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Human Resources Updates

ancr9609 — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:41:40 +0000

Human Resources Updates ancr9609 Wed, 09/09/2026 - 08:41

HR Blueprint Project

The HR Blueprint Project continues to advance CU �Ǹ�Թ� HR, ensuring our staff and faculty have the tools and resources to grow and thrive. Phase 1 is in the process of interviewing and hiring the five new HR Director Partner Services roles; candidates will be selected by October. Phase 2 will commence this September. For updates and resources, please visit the HR Blueprint Brief.

Payday Schedule Change

The Time & Labor Project and Payday Schedule Change will go live on February 28, 2027. This means the transition from monthly to biweekly pay for nonexempt employees will also shift to February 28, 2027. Please plan and prepare your finances, as the transition to a biweekly payroll schedule may affect the timing of your expenditures.

Train the Trainer sessions will begin in November for Change Champions of the Time & Labor project; training opportunities for end-users will follow.

Please check the PDSC webpage for updates and email PDSC@colorado.edu with questions.

Performance Management

Thank you for submitting your year-end evaluations; we appreciate your partnership! Human Resources has launched the first phase of a multi-year transformation to build a more consistent, transparent, and development-focused approach to performance management. This redesign applies only to university staff and their supervisors for FY26-27.

University staff and supervisors should collaborate to set goals for the next year. There are a few changes to goal setting and performance planning this year–please visit the Goal Setting page for more information, training, and resources. We recommend submitting goals by Sept. 30, 2026. However, as this is the first year of the new model, we understand if you need to extend beyond the deadline.

If you need support or have questions, please reach out to performance@colorado.edu.

Compensation

Please bookmark the compensation webpage and visit frequently for updates. We will add FAQs over the next few months on the campus minimum wage increase, 1/1/27 increases for university staff and faculty, and COWINS Step System changes.

Learning & Development

Make time for your own professional development! There are a plethora of trainings for employees and supervisors from September through May 2027. Crucial Conversations, Stay Interviews and Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager are just a few of the offerings. See the entire trainings calendar and learn more!

CU �Ǹ�Թ� named one of Forbes’ America’s Best Large Employers

CU �Ǹ�Թ� has been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers, earning distinction among the nation's top employers and reinforcing our commitment to creating a workplace where employees can thrive. Forbes' rankings are based on anonymous, unbiased employee feedback gathered from more than 217,000 workers across the United States, evaluating organizations over a three-year period.

CU �Ǹ�Թ� ranked #4 among large employers in Colorado, #28 among universities nationwide and #206 overall among large employers in the United States. This recognition reflects the experiences of our faculty and staff, who rate CU �Ǹ�Թ� higher than industry standards in key areas such as workplace culture, career growth, working conditions, and reputation. As Colorado's flagship university, we are committed to building a culture of respect, inclusion, and well-being where employees can make a real difference while pursuing fulfilling careers aligned with our mission and vision.

Check here for HR updates on the HR Blueprint Project, Payday Schedule Change, Performance Management, Compensation, and Learning & Development!

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Parking Updates

ancr9609 — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:36:28 +0000

Parking Updates ancr9609 Wed, 09/09/2026 - 08:36

Over the summer, Parking Services implemented parking lot changes in three campus areas to improve access and better align parking resources with campus needs. Additional hourly paid parking is now available at Regent and Colorado, making it easier for visitors to find short-term parking near a primary campus entrance. Other areas have also seen adjustments, including lot renumbering and reconfiguration of permit and hourly pay sections. We encourage you to review the changes, with maps, to understand how these changes affect parking locations. View the complete lot use changes guide here.

The Grandview Parking Garage is open and available for employee use by purchasing a daily permit online or paying by the hour via Parkmobile. The garage is located at 1215 Grandview Avenue, north of the Limelight Hotel. Public parking is available on levels 3 and above. The lower two levels and basement are reserved for guests staying at the hotel.

Daily permits continue to be available in select lots on campus, based on availability. The daily discount continues for employees who are logged into their parking account to purchase their permit.

The parking availability tool can help you find available pay by the hour parking spaces in popular visitor lots.

Over the summer, Parking Services implemented parking lot changes in three campus areas to improve access and better align parking resources with campus needs.

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Fall Transportation: What you need to know

ancr9609 — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:31:23 +0000

Fall Transportation: What you need to know ancr9609 Wed, 09/09/2026 - 06:31

New updates for this fall include resources for CU cyclists to connect, half-priced Lime rides, EV charging pricing updates, a new bus to the airport from Longmont, Lot renumbering and more.

Bikes & Micromobility

CU Bike commuters can now better connect with each other with:

“Rise’n Ride Wednesdays,” weekly group commutes along Highway 36
CU’s RideWell Cyclist Hub: A new Teams channel for chatting, sharing group ride info, events, and resources. Join via Teams or SharePoint using your CU identikey.

Save on Lime rides! All CU members get 50% OFF Lime Rides: Register your Lime account with your @colorado.edu email for automatic half-priced discounts, post-ride. Income-eligible riders can access free 30-minute rides through the Lime Access link here.

Transit

RTD will launch a new AL bus to the airport for Longmont and Lafayette starting Sept. 27th, along with other proposed service updates.

Updates for drivers

EV charging rates on campus have been updated and are now based on usage at $0.35 per kWh (plus local sales tax) for all users with a CU Connection.
Regent Parking Garage has a new number and availability:
Lot 436 (North Surface Lot): Converted from commuter permits to short-term hourly paid visitor parking.
Lot 440 (South Surface Lot): Converted from hourly parking to commuter permit parking (ADA hourly spaces remain).
Regent Parking Garage: Renamed to Lot 440 (existing Lot 336 permits are automatically valid for Lot 440).
Zipcar Promotion: New members can get their first year of Zipcar membership free through Nov. 30 (including gas, insurance, and designated parking). Click for a map to lot 436

New updates for this fall include resources for CU cyclists to connect, half-priced Lime rides, EV charging pricing updates, a new bus to the airport from Longmont, Lot renumbering and more.

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Faculty & Staff memberships available at The Rec

ancr9609 — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:22:21 +0000

Faculty & Staff memberships available at The Rec ancr9609 Wed, 09/09/2026 - 06:22

Faculty or staff employed on the �Ǹ�Թ� campus, �Ǹ�Թ� campus retirees, and employees of University System offices in �Ǹ�Թ� are eligible for membership.

Plan ahead: Fall 2026 space reservations are now open at The Rec!

Are you planning meetings, workshops, practices, tournaments, special events, or other group activities for fall 2026? Campus Recreation & Well-Being is now accepting reservation requests.

Securing your space early helps ensure access to your preferred location, date, and time while giving your organization more time to coordinate logistics and promote your event.

Whether you're organizing a student organization event, department gathering, tournament, or community program, now is the time to start planning. Contact recrequest@colorado.edu for further information and assistance.

Faculty or staff employed on the �Ǹ�Թ� campus, �Ǹ�Թ� campus retirees, and employees of University System offices in �Ǹ�Թ� are eligible for membership.

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CU Advantage Fall Updates

ancr9609 — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:14:38 +0000

CU Advantage Fall Updates ancr9609 Wed, 09/09/2026 - 06:14

See below for fall updates from CU Advantage.

Financial wellness webinars coming up this fall.
CU employees shared their best summer spots in the CU & You photo contest.
Check out our Instagram account @cuadvantage for posts regarding different perks and benefits weekly.
CU �Ǹ�Թ� tuition benefit application’s due date is Sept. 15.

Check out fall updates from CU Advantage.

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Digital Accessibility Summer Camp Wrap Up

ancr9609 — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:07:28 +0000

Digital Accessibility Summer Camp Wrap Up ancr9609 Wed, 09/09/2026 - 06:07

This June, the Digital Accessibility Office (DAO) hosted its first-ever Digital Accessibility Summer Camp! This two-and-a-half-day event welcomed staff, faculty, and student employees from across the CU System, as well as other local colleges, to explore digital accessibility, build practical skills, and forge connections with like-minded people who want to create a more inclusive digital environment. If you missed it this year, don’t worry, Digital Accessibility Summer Camp will return in 2027! In the meantime, we encourage you to take advantage of the DAO's year-round services.

Learn more at the OIT news article: Camp DAO: Building a More Accessible Digital Campus

This June, the Digital Accessibility Office (DAO) hosted its first-ever Digital Accessibility Summer Camp.

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Human Resources Spring Updates

Gena Welk — Tue, 26 May 2026 22:34:41 +0000

Human Resources Spring Updates Gena Welk Tue, 05/26/2026 - 16:34

HR Blueprint Project

The HR Blueprint Project continues to advance CU �Ǹ�Թ� HR, ensuring our staff and faculty have the tools and resources to grow and thrive. Several learning journeys were launched to showcase training, resources, and information to best support HR practitioners and supervisors across campus. These learning journeys encompass the HR Service Center, Employee Relations, and an overview of Human Resources. If you are new to human resources, this learning journey is an excellent foundation and starting point. Access all the learning journeys and learn more.

Phase 1 implementation remains on track, and to keep stakeholders across campus informed, the Blueprint Brief has been created as a centralized resource. Updates, timelines, resources, and more are all available in the Blueprint Brief!

Payday Schedule Change

It was announced this May that the Time & Labor Project and Payday Schedule Change will shift from September 2026 to February 28, 2027. This means the transition from monthly to biweekly pay for nonexempt employees will also shift to February 28, 2027. This ensures payroll accuracy and a smoother transition and implementation of the new system. Please check the PDSC webpage for updates and email PDSC@colorado.edu with questions.

Central HR Onboarding Office Hours

Central HR Onboarding now offers monthly office hours to support anyone involved in onboarding across CU �Ǹ�Թ�—providing guidance on processes, programs, and best practices. These sessions are open to onboarding partners at all levels, including supervisors, and are held on the last Thursday of each month (9–10 a.m. MDT) via Zoom, https://cuboulder.zoom.us/j/98793701227

Additionally, New Employee Ask Me Anything (AMA) office hours are available for new hires on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month (2–3 p.m. MDT). Zoom link: https://cuboulder.zoom.us/j/96470715373

Employee Health & Well-Being

Faculty & Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) is expanding its benefits and services. FSAP is adding two new licensed providers and is expanding benefits starting June 1, 2026. Employees can access up to 10 free, confidential counseling sessions per year (up from 7), including individual, couples or family therapy (ages 14+), as well as workshops and resources to support campus well-being. Committed to advancing psychological well-being across campus, these new benefits support and resource our entire campus community.

LearnWell Workshops, hosted by WorkWell, kick off June 3rd and encompass a range of offerings for many different interests. LearnWell sessions blend education and practice across the eight dimensions of wellness, showcasing tools and strategies to support your overall well-being. Protecting your identity, generational communication, and campus landscape tours are in the mix! Register and learn more!

WorkOutWell at the Rec this summer - free classes start this week!

WorkWell and the CU Rec Center are excited to offer two free classes each week for faculty and staff - membership not required!

Rec Center access is free all day on Wednesdays this summer for faculty and staff with your BuffOne Card.

Save the date for the Summer FareWell Fest–Thursday, August 6, 4 - 7 p.m Enjoy music, games, food and freebies! Learn about wellness resources to help you take on the fall semester. No registration needed — just bring your Buff OneCard.

HR Blueprint Project | Payday Schedule Change | Central HR Onboarding Office Hours | Employee Health & Well-Being

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CU Cycling History & Bike to Work Day

Gena Welk — Tue, 26 May 2026 22:28:06 +0000

CU Cycling History & Bike to Work Day Gena Welk Tue, 05/26/2026 - 16:28

CU �Ǹ�Թ� has a rich cycling legacy, whether for daily commuting or the more than 120 national collegiate race titles. A few other highlights:

1956: First National Bike to Work Day
1970: First official �Ǹ�Թ� bike path opens, led by CU Professor Al Bartlett (Roger Craraft and Al Bartlett in photo)
2003-present: Buff Bicycle Classic each September has raised over $4.3M for scholarships
2025: CU �Ǹ�Թ� named a Platinum Bicycle Friendly University

Celebrate by riding on Bike to Work Day, Wednesday, June 24, and join the Business Challenge to represent CU �Ǹ�Թ�. Stop by breakfast stations at the CU Rec Center or the 30th & Colorado underpass, 7-9 a.m. Learn more on the Walk and Bike Month page.

Image: Courtesy Carnegie Branch Library for Local History / Albert A. Bartlett Collection

CU �Ǹ�Թ� has a rich cycling legacy, whether for daily commuting or the more than 120 national collegiate race titles.

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Summer Parking Announcements

Gena Welk — Tue, 26 May 2026 22:23:43 +0000

Summer Parking Announcements Gena Welk Tue, 05/26/2026 - 16:23

Increased daily permit lot availability for summer!

During the summer, daily permits will be available in more lots. Log into the online parking portal to view all of your lot options.

Summer garage maintenance

The C4C, Folsom, Euclid, and Regent parking garages will be closed at different times in June and July for annual power washing and maintenance. Signs will be posted in advance at garage entrances, and permit holders will receive email notifications with alternate parking arrangements.

Increased daily permit lot availability for summer! Summer garage maintenance...

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University Libraries to close June 26 for employee in-service day

Gena Welk — Tue, 26 May 2026 21:56:27 +0000

University Libraries to close June 26 for employee in-service day Gena Welk Tue, 05/26/2026 - 15:56

On Friday, June 26, the campus libraries will close for an employee in-service day, and access to physical collections, study spaces and research services will be temporarily unavailable.

On Friday, June 26, the campus libraries will close for an employee in-service day.

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