HR Buzz: Karnival – Thank you!

Thank you for…

Karnival 2024
  • attending on a beautiful summer day!
  • setting up, working a station, and cleaning up.
  • bringing your loved ones.
  • your artistry, painting a rock (or more), and tie dying.
  • fishing, matching, splashing, and drying.
  • bringing your loved ones.
  • meeting new people.
  • enjoying cotton candy, peanuts, animal crackers, mini corn dogs, and more.
  • taking in the beauty of campus, deer and all.
  • capturing the day and sharing on social media.
  • laughter, conversation, and enjoying the company of many people!

HR Buzz: Karnival is nearly here!

Faculty and Staff: Karnival is an annual employee event intended to celebrate the people to serve our students daily. Bring your household, introduce them to your colleagues, enjoy a snack and have some fun. Visit the Karnival page for answers to common questions, or email Renee Boelcke.

Thursday, July 18
Lower Quad, 1-4pm
Bring your household to this child-friendly event!

Activities
Rock painting
Tie dying: Bucket hats, aprons, and other goodies to choose from (or bring your own)
Giant Yard Games: Jenga, Connect Four, Bags
Go fishing at the water table
Kids can win a prize at the duck game
Tasty treats to satisfy your Karnival cravings: Snow cones, cotton candy, popcorn, mini corn dogs, and more…

Live Webinars for July 2024

Dear Colleagues,

Below is the TIAA webinar information for the upcoming month.  To register, please click on the appropriate link or visit TIAA.org/webinars at any time.

Quarterly Economic Update

Hear from our chief investment officer about challenges investors are facing and tips on how to navigate them. We’ll share our views on the state of the U.S. economy and key market drivers, recent financial policies and investing in public markets.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024 |12:00 p.m. ET, 11:00 a.m. CT, 10:00 a.m. PT

Register here: Quarterly Economic Market Update (on24.com)

She’s got it: A woman’s guide to saving and investing

Learn how to prepare for your future. Join us for a revealing trip through investing and saving strategies developed especially with women in mind. Your money shouldn’t be sitting around doing nothing. We’ll show you the simple secrets to saving more while you learn the core concepts that guide all investing, get motivated, build a plan and take action. You will find ways to take on life’s challenges without damaging future financial well-being and discover more about yourself with the Financial Personality Type Quiz.
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 |2:00 p.m. ET, 1:00 p.m. CT, 12:00 PT

Register here: She’s Got It: A woman’s guide to saving and investing (on24.com)

Your new TIAA: Discover the redesigned online experience

The new TIAA experience presents a picture of your retirement with advice and content that is tailored to inform, motivate, and reassure you during your retirement journey. It’s a reflection of your savings story that evolves to get and keep you on track towards building a secure retirement. Join us for a walk-through of the new features:

• Find all of your accounts, all in one place.

• Set and reach your retirement goals.

• Get personalized recommendations and answers to common questions.

• Peruse educational resources for insights on managing your money.

• Easily connect with TIAA for the advice you need.  

Thursday, July 18, 2024 | 12:00 p.m. ET, 11:00 a.m. CT, 10:00 a.m. PT

Register here: Your new TIAA: Discover the redesigned online experience (on24.com)

Basic Social Security Strategies

Social Security will likely play a significant role in building your retirement income. It’s part of a critical safety net for most retirees. When you’re formulating your retirement plans, it’s helpful to have an understanding of how and when you can rely on Social Security income.
Thursday, July 25, 2024| 3:00 p.m. ET, 2:00 p.m. CT, 1:00 p.m. PT

Register here: Basic Social Security strategies (on24.com)

Be well,

Miasha Wilson

HR Manager

Ragan’s Employee Communication Award 2024: Honorable Mention

Kalamazoo College was announced as a communications campaigns and initiatives category finalist in the Ragan’s Employee Communication Award. See more details and the link to Ragan’s website below.

Karnival

Summer is just around the corner. Let’s plan this year’s Karnival!

Save the Date
July 18, 2024

Do you have a Karnival idea to share?

Share your idea with Renee at renee.boelcke@kzoo.edu.

What is Karnival?

Karnival is an annual employee event intended to celebrate the people to serve our students daily. Bring your household, introduce them to your colleagues, enjoy a snack and have some fun. Check out some photos of past Karnvials.

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ASR Healthcare Choices + Rewards Program

Dear Colleagues,

Did you know that healthcare costs vary by location?
Did you know that you can estimate healthcare costs and “shop” for planned procedures?
Did you know that you can earn money for choosing a reward-able location with a green trophy?

Starting, 9/1/2022, ASR launched a new Healthcare Choices and Rewards program.  This program gives you the ability to “shop” for medical services and provides a reward for certain services when your visit a recommended location.  We have created a webpage with more information regarding this program, included frequently asked questions section as well as uploaded a video to assist you.  If there are any questions or concerns, please let us know.

Be well,

Miasha, and Renee
HR Team

TIAA Individual Counseling Sessions July – September 2024

Dear Colleagues,

No matter where you are in life—just getting started or planning for retirement—a session with TIAA can help you create a plan for your goals. And, it’s at no additional cost as a part of your retirement plan. You’ll get answers to these questions and more:

  • Am I invested in the right mix of investments to help meet my goals?
  • Am I saving enough to create the retirement income I need?
  • How do I take income from my retirement account once I stop working?

TIAA will be available these dates and times for one-on-one sessions:

  • Wednesday, July 10, 2024 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mandelle Hall 1st Floor Conference Room, HR Wing
  • Tuesday, August 13, 2024 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mandelle Hall 1st Floor Conference Room, HR Wing
  • Thursday, September 19, 2024 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mandelle Hall 1st Floor Conference Room, HR Wing

RSVP today, as space is limited. Register for sessions at https://shared.tiaa.org/private/tools/directscheduler/HALLOWE or by calling 800-842-2252, weekdays, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET).

Best regards,

Miasha Wilson
HR Manager