In these times of uncertainty, including the recent storm devastation, it is crucial to equip you with the right resources and support to navigate the challenges ahead successfully with your teams.
Category: Manager Memos & Tips
May 2025 Tornado Support & Resources
Tornado resources and support for employees.
Staff Recognition and Milestone Service Awards | 2025
WashU is thrilled to honor our 2025 service award recipients and distinguished honor awardees
The Manager’s Resource
Read The Manager’s Resource, a newsletter created for WashU supervisors that includes actionable items and updates to help your team thrive, professionally and personally.
Special Onboarding Sessions
HR will host special onboarding sessions in spring and summer 2025 for unique employee populations.
Recording time off for working weekend commencement
How to record time in Workday for working a 2025 weekend commencement event.
Gladney appointed chief human resources officer
Apryle M. Gladney has been appointed vice chancellor and chief human resources officer (CHRO) effective April 1, announced Nichol Luoma, executive vice chancellor and chief administrative officer.
Inspiring People at WashU
We’re excited to announce and invite you to be part of “Inspiring WashU People”, WashU’s new initiative highlighting the incredible people who make our university special.
WashU Medicine Human Resources Office Relocation
WashU Medicine’s Office of Human Resources will relocate to 4511 Forest Park Ave., 2nd floor, Suite 200, effective March 7, 2025.
Family Planning with WashU’s new program, BenefitBump
WashU has proudly partnered with BenefitBump, a national organization dedicated to supporting new and aspiring parents. This partnership delivers comprehensive resources to employees throughout their journey to parenthood, from initial planning through the postpartum period.
Resources to Support Employee Transitions
Set yourself up for success by utilizing the resources in place through Human Resources to best support yourself, whether as a new employee, if you’re transitioning into a new role or planning to retire soon.
Going for Gold: How Shonda McDaniel and the Mesmer Eyes Team Triumphed in WashU’s Well-Being Challenge
Winning a gold medal isn’t just for those who competed in the Paris Olympics last summer. Shonda McDaniel and colleagues want to prove they’re gold medalists, too
New Clinical Hire Requirements
Onboarding requirements for clinical new hires, including preemployment, new hire training and occupational health requirements.
Gladney appointed interim vice chancellor and chief human resources officer
Apryle M. Gladney, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, has been appointed interim vice chancellor and chief human resources officer.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
If you know someone who may be the victim of domestic violence, help them find support now.
Hurricanes Milton & Helene | Employee Resources
WashU employees who been impacted by Hurricane Helene have resources available to them and eligible family members.
COVID-19 vaccine requirement for new employees
Effective Aug. 2, 2024, Washington University in St. Louis has decided to no longer require new employees to provide proof of, or receive, a COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. The COVID-19 vaccine will still be offered and encouraged.
Hurricane Beryl | Employee Resources
WashU employees who been impacted by Hurricane Beryl have resources available to them and eligible family members.
Employee learning management system (LMS) to transition to Workday Learning
Over the next two years, content will be transferred in phases to Workday Learning.
Manager Orientation to Begin in July
Beginning July 9, 2024, new or promoted managers as of June 10, 2024, are encouraged to attend manager orientation (MO) within 90 days or their start or promotion date.
Staff New Employee Orientation Update
Effective June 10, 2024, staff new employee orientation (NEO) will be assigned in Workday Learning.
Staff Recognition and Milestone Service Awards | 2024
WashU is thrilled to honor our 2024 service award recipients and distinguished honor awardees
Knowledge is Power
WashU employees explore professional development opportunities and bettering our future as a collective team.
Harassment Prevention Training in March (Links to an external site)
Annual harassment compliance training, formerly administered in Learn@Work, will move to Workday and will be assigned in early March. Further communication and support materials will be shared in February by the Office of Institutional Equity.
WashU makes list of ‘America’s best large employers’ (Links to an external site)
WashU has been recognized by Forbes as one the 2024 recipients of America’s Best Large Employers.
State of the School of Medicine Address 2023 (Links to an external site)
Dean Perlmutter delivered the School of Medicine’s annual State of the School address in January, providing both a retrospective of the school’s progress over the past year and a glimpse into its future. Watch the recording
Distinguished Honors Awards Now Open
Nominate a deserving staff member through the university’s Distinguished Honor Awards, which open Feb. 5, 2024.
Manager Memo: 2023 Flu Vaccine Information
This memo outlines important information regarding the 2023 influenza (flu) vaccination policy and employee compliance. The deadline to receive the vaccine and upload proof in ReadySet is 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 27, 2023.
Thrive tip: Rest, recharge and rejuvenate this holiday season
Be proactive and reduce stress when you can with these tips during the holiday season.
WashU’s Employee Recognition Platform
WashU has partnered with Awardco to provide employees recognition and appreciation.
Workday Learning Now Live
WashU is excited to expand the portfolio of features in Workday to further promote employee learning and professional development opportunities.
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict | Employee Resources
WashU employees who been impacted by the war in Israel have resources available to them and eligible family members.
Stay Financially-Savvy with New Financial Well-being Program
Enrich is a web-based platform that offers personalized finance courses and tools to WashU employees, with a particular focus on the relevant life events and benefits of our employee population.
Staff Recognition and Milestone Service Awards | 2023
We are excited to honor our 2023 service award recipients and distinguished honor awardees
WashU recognized as a top workplace
WashU has been recognized in several recent surveys as a top workplace.
COVID-19 and End of Public Health Emergency
You may have heard or read that the federal government has announced that the Public Health Emergency (PHE) that has been in effect due to COVID-19 will end on May 11, 2023. What does this mean for participants in a WashU Medical Plan? Effective beginning May 12, 2023, the following changes will apply to all […]
Boscan inaugural director of investigations and conflict resolution
Gillian Boscan, JD, is WashU’s new director of investigations and conflict resolution in the Office of Institutional Equity.
Acosta new assistant vice chancellor for employee learning, development
Julie-Ellen Acosta has been named assistant vice chancellor effective March 1.
Toastmasters International
Join a WashU Toastmasters club today!
Support for International Disasters
WashU employees who been impacted by the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria have resources available to them and eligible family members.
Institute for Leadership Excellence established for WashU employees
WashU has launched an Institute for Leadership Excellence, which provides immersive professional development opportunities for employees across the university.
Clark recognized for work on medical apprenticeships
Kathy Clark, Washington University School of Medicine, manager of medical apprenticeships, honored y St. Louis Business Journal
Guidance for Managers on Supporting Employees Dealing with Substance Use Issues
Managers can find helpful tips for how to identify and help employees with changes in behavior that may be signs of alcohol or drug misuse.
Wellness Champion Fund Projects
WashU Wellness Champions are eligible to apply for start-up funds for projects that promote innovative, personalized solutions to their unique work group. HR’s Well-being team offers financial support to Wellness Champions who are in good standing and interested in start-up funds to address the wellness needs of their workgroup. Read about the Champion Fund Projects […]
Manager Memo: 2022 Flu Vaccine Information
This memo outlines important information regarding the influenza (flu) vaccination policy and employee compliance. The deadline to receive the vaccine and upload proof in ReadySet is 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 16, 2022. Per university policy, all WashU faculty, staff and trainees in a hybrid or on-site position at a School of Medicine location must receive this year’s influenza vaccine. […]
Embrace Supportive Supervisor Behaviors
As a WashU manager, talk with your team members and provide resources they might need to thrive. We have provided some tips to help guide your conversations.
Refresh and reinvigorate with Renew
Take time to refresh and reinvigorate yourself during the fall 2022 wellness challenge, Renew.
Medical assistant apprenticeship program recognized by U.S. Department of Labor (Links to an external site)
The medical assistant apprenticeship program at Washington University in St. Louis has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor as a model program. As part of the recognition, the program has been dubbed an ambassador and will serve as a model program in that role, sharing its experiences through a national network and collaborating […]
Fall Health and Wellness Updates for Employees
Open enrollment, flu vaccines and other tips to help you and your loved ones stay healthy this fall.
WashU’s Annual Health Screenings: Get to Know Your Numbers
The value of annual biometric screenings and how Wellness Champions contribute to the health of the WashU community Annual health screenings are an essential building block for any well-being goal. By “knowing our numbers”, we can detect disease early, establish a baseline for our health, and make informed health decisions. Seeing your medical provider for […]