UCA Human Resources

10/16/2025

Meet Philomena — Leave Specialist

Philomena manages all aspects of employee leave, including FMLA, maternity leave, CAT leave, and long-term disability. She also oversees workers’ compensation, ADA accommodations, and life insurance.

In addition, she tracks Staff Senate hours, updates leave approver routing for transfers, and ensures accurate leave reporting. Philomena is committed to helping employees navigate leave and disability needs with care and attention to detail.

Don't forget that Open Enrollment runs from Monday, October 20 through Friday, October 31 at 11 p.m.

10/15/2025

Open Enrollment spotlight continued!

Meet Madeline — Wellness Coordinator

Madeline oversees employee well-being and health promotion through the BeWell program. She coordinates initiatives like HealthCheck360, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and employee flu shot clinics to support a healthy workplace.
Madeline is dedicated to helping employees prioritize their physical, mental, and emotional wellness while earning financial incentives for participation.

All participation components for financial incentives must be completed and submitted by the October 31 deadline.

10/14/2025

Open Enrollment spotlight....

Jerri oversees our employee insurance programs, including health, dental, vision, life, LTD, GAP, and voluntary products. She also manages retirement plans (TIAA, APERS, ATRS), Open Enrollment, COBRA, and ACA reporting.

She’s dedicated to ensuring our benefits programs run smoothly and that employees and retirees receive the support they need year-round.

Open Enrollment runs from Monday, October 20 through Friday, October 31 at 11 p.m. Reach out to Jerri or any member of the Benefits Team with questions about your coverage.

10/13/2025

We’re starting our Open Enrollment spotlight with Clem, one of our Benefits Specialists.

Clem assists employees with health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement plans, HSAs, and dependent care. She’s also the person to contact for qualifying events, COBRA, and any benefits-related questions throughout the year.

Open Enrollment runs from Monday, October 20 through Friday, October 31 at 11 p.m. If you have questions or need help reviewing your options, Clem is here to help.

10/11/2025

🔥🔥 **Fire Prevention Week is here!** 🔥🔥

At UCA HR, safety is our top priority. This week, we remind everyone to stay vigilant and practice fire safety measures to protect yourself, your colleagues, and your loved ones.

🧯 Tips for Fire Safety:
- Check your fire alarms regularly and replace batteries as needed.
- Keep fire extinguishers accessible and know how to use them.
- Never leave cooking or heating appliances unattended.
- Create and practice a family or workplace fire escape plan.
- Store flammable materials safely and properly.

Let’s work together to prevent fires and ensure a safe environment for all. Share these tips and help spread awareness!

10/10/2025

🌟 Mental Health Awareness Week: October 5th-11th, 2025! 🌟

At UCA, we believe mental health is just as important as physical health. To support our campus community, we want to remind you that our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential, no-cost assessment, short-term counseling, and resources for benefits-eligible employees, their spouses, and dependents who may be experiencing distress.

Whether in Conway or Little Rock, you can meet with a licensed counselor in person, or opt for phone and virtual sessions — because help should always be accessible.

This week is dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and promoting access to mental health support. Remember, you're not alone — support is available, and taking care of your mental health is a sign of strength.

💙 For more information about EAP services, contact 501-686-2588 or visit https://uca.edu/bewell/eap/.

10/09/2025

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10/03/2025

It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Early detection saves lives. Take a moment to check your chest and report any changes or concerns to your healthcare provider.

10/03/2025

Happy National Techie Day! Big thanks to our awesome IT guy, Ted Johnson, for being the go-to tech wizard who keeps everything running smoothly. We appreciate all you do, Ted!

10/02/2025

October healthy tips and recipe of the month!!!

10/01/2025