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HR Buzz: Open Enrollment

Open enrollment May 2023

Woo hoo!!! It’s open enrollment time again! It’s that time of year when benefits-eligible colleagues and pre-65 retirees re-authorize or change their health, dental, vision, and life insurance decisions. Be in the know and know what to do! Be in the know Know what to do Open Enrollment: May 19 – June 2, 2023 Contact […]

Ambrose Prize Nomination Window Closing

Ambrose Prize Brick

All staff members are eligible, regardless of the length of service or number of hours worked per year. Nominations will be retained for a period of three years. If a nomination was received in the past and continued support exists, additional documentation may be submitted to append to the original nomination. The Award recipient will […]

HR Buzz: Random Acts of Kindness Day

K Starfish

Tomorrow is Random Acts of Kindness Day! Celebrated on February 17, the Random Acts of Kindness movement inspires people every day. As a favorite celebration for many, people everywhere are enjoying doing these acts of kindness. Not only do the acts of kindness bring joy to the receiver, but they spread positive reactions to the […]

Michigan Homeowner Assistance Fund

Homeowner Assistance Fund

Do you know someone who owns their home and was/is experiencing financial hardship related to the pandemic? If so, please share this information. The Homeowner Assistance Fund (MIHAF) provides funds to prevent homeowner mortgage delinquencies, defaults, foreclosure, loss of utilities or home energy services, and displacements of homeowners experiencing financial hardship on or after January […]

HR Buzz: Professional Growth Opportunities

Growth happens in many forms. Here are a few upcoming opportunities at K. Many colleagues have already reserved their spots. Please join us if you can. Navigating Difficult Conversations with Skill and Grace Wednesday, January 24, 202411am – noonOlmsted Room, Mandelle HallFacilitator: Renee Boelcke Refresh the key principles for effective communication while learning techniques and […]

HR Buzz: Personal Finance 101 on Demand

What is personal finance? How can one save money for the future while also meeting current financial responsibilities? What is the best way to reduce personal debt? These questions and more are addressed in Personal Finance 101. Recorded on November 17, 2022 for Kalamazoo College faculty and staff, this one-hour session provides practical tips for […]

Expressions of Gratitude

Your Human Resources team takes a moment to express sentiments of deep gratitude. Additionally, please be invited to express gratitude as you move through your day. We feel a sense of gratitude for many reasons, including Community and connectedness; Brilliant minds dedicated to making the world a better place for all of us; Creative, curious, […]