The annual open enrollment period for Drake University benefits will begin Oct. 20. Tomorrow, faculty and staff will receive information regarding benefit elections for the 2016 plan year. Enrollment instructions for Drake’s medical, dental, and flexible spending account plans will be provided via email. Please watch for upcoming benefit communications from the DrakeHR email address.
—Submitted by Marlene Heuertz, Assistant Director, Benefits
Accounting, Contracts, and Human Resources teamed up to streamline and improve the review and approval process for determining independent contractor status. These changes will ensure compliance with IRS regulations and improve efficiencies for the end user.
Departments need to submit all potential independent contractors through the new process prior to services being provided. Please review the Independent Contractor Determination Procedure for complete details.
Contact Cindy Adams at cindy.adams@drake.edu, x3676, Debra Wiley at debra.wiley@drake.edu, x3741, or Gary Johnson at gary.johnson@drake.edu, x4804 with any questions regarding the process.
—Submitted by Cindy Adams, Associate Director, Human Resources
There are 50 free flu vaccines left that have been reserved for faculty and staff through Drake’s Wellness program.
Vaccines will be given by appointment at the Student Health Center, 3116 Carpenter Ave. Please contact Drake Student Health Center at 271-3731 to schedule an appointment on or before Oct. 30. Vaccines will be given on a first come, first serve basis through Oct. 30, unless they run out before that date.
—Submitted by Cindy Adams, Associate Director, Human Resources
The deadline for completing a biometrics screening with your physician or at a participating Hy-Vee location is next Monday, Oct. 19. Completing a biometrics screening plus an online wellness incentive will quality those on Drake’s health plan for the Wellness Incentive Program, which can save participants $300 off their health insurance in 2016.
Read more about completing your screening with your physician or at a Hy-Vee location. You can also still schedule an on-campus screening, with dates available Oct. 23–Nov. 13.
Please note, NO extensions will be granted. Find full information, a FAQ, and instructions here. (You may need to log in with your Drake ID and password.) Questions may be directed to Diana Lei-Butters at diana.lei-butters@drake.edu or 271-1871.
—Submitted by Cindy Adams, Associate Director, Human Resources
Over the summer Drake formed a workgroup headed headed by Jerry Parker, interim dean of students, to review Drake’s existing policy related to sexual misconduct and ensure Drake’s compliance with the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), the Clery Act, and other applicable law.
The policy on Sexual and Other Discriminatory Harassment has been replaced with the Sexual and Interpersonal Misconduct and Notification of Complainant’s Rights and Discriminatory Harassment (Non-Sex Based).
Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with these important policies.
—Submitted by Cindy Adams, Associate Director, Human Resources
If you are eligible to participate in Drake’s health plan, watch for an email from drakehr@drake.edu later this week to learn how you can take advantage of the Wellness Incentive and receive approximately $300 off your health insurance premiums for the 2016 benefits year.
—Submitted by Cindy Adams, Associate Director, Human Resources
Faculty and staff on Drake’s health plan can save $300 in 2016 by participating in the Wellness Incentive Program. You simply need to complete a biometrics screening and online wellness assessment this fall.
There are three options for including your biometrics screening, including completing a physical with your doctor or signing up for an on-campus screening. You can also complete your screening at a participating Hy-Vee Store.
Full details and a list of participating Hy-Vee stores can be found here. You must complete your screening at a Hy-Vee location by Oct. 19. Hy-Vee will submit your screening results to Wellmark, which will automatically update your online assessment.
Visit the Wellness Incentive Program site to learn more about the wellness incentive, your options, and for a FAQ. Questions may be directed to Diana Lei-Butters and Diana.lei-butters@drake.edu or 271-1871.
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The principles of equal access and equal opportunity require that all interactions within the University be free from invidious discrimination. Drake University therefore prohibits discrimination based upon race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status.
As Drake employees, it is each of our responsibilities to read and understand the University’ policies. All employment-related policies are accessible from the Employee tab of blueView:
1. Log into blueView
2. Click on the “Employee” tab
3. Click on “policies”
Please take a few minutes to review this policy.
—Submitted by Cindy Adams, Associate Director, Human Resources
As a part of Drake’s Wellness programming, we are offering free blood pressure checks and up to 200 free flu vaccines on a first come, first served basis to employees of Drake. The Drake Student Health Center is providing the employee clinic, which was planned to allow dedicated privacy and time for faculty and staff. Please be prepared to show your Drake Card (ID) at check-in.
When: Wednesday, Oct. 7
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Olmsted 312 & 313
Who is eligible: Faculty & Staff
Contact Cindy Adams x3676 or Diana Lei-Butters x1871 with any questions.
—Submitted by Cindy Adams, Associate Director, Human Resources
Faculty and staff on Drake’s health plan can save $300 in 2016 by participating in the Wellness Incentive Program. You simply need to complete a biometrics screening and online wellness assessment this fall.
There are three options for completing your biometrics screening, including completing a physical with your doctor and making an appointment at a participating Hy-Vee store. As always, you can also schedule an on-campus screening with UnityPoint.
On-campus screenings will take place between 6:30 and 10:30 a.m. in the Bell Center on the following dates:
To schedule your screening, click here, and use the username DRAKEU and password SCREEN2015 to log in. Once you sign up, please make a note of your screening date and time, as you will not receive a reminder email.
If you need to cancel your on-campus screening, email Jennifer.umphfleet@unitypoint.org with your name and date and time of cancelled appointment. You will need to re-register online for a new appointment. Changes can be made up for 48 hours prior to screen date.
Visit the Wellness Incentive Program site to learn more about the wellness incentive, your options, and for a FAQ. Questions maybe directed to Dianna Lei-Butters at diana.lei-butters@drake.edu or 271-1871.