Human Resources

A new Penn service helps employees with student loan debt

The University has partnered with PeopleJoy, a financial wellness benefits organization, to help with student loan debt.

Philadelphia Inquirer

Hundreds of Philly police officers work administrative jobs that could be done by civilians, a study found

A study by the Fels Institute of Government in the School of Arts & Sciences contends that “civilianizing” nearly 900 positions on the Philadelphia Police force could result in a more diverse, efficient, and productive department.

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Biometric screenings for wellness return to campus

Be in the Know, Penn’s faculty and staff wellness campaign, begins a new year and is bringing back on-campus biometric screenings.

Mark F. Dingfield named VP, Finance and Treasurer at Penn

Dingfield joined Penn in 2017 as the associate provost for Finance and Planning, and will assume the role of vice president effective Oct. 17.

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Be in the Know returns for wellness in 2022-2023

Penn’s faculty and staff wellness campaign begins a new year and is bringing back on-campus biometric screenings this fall.

2022 Models of Excellence awards salute notable Penn staff

Since 1999, Penn’s Models of Excellence Awards program has recognized the remarkable staff contributions to the University’s mission as a global leader in education, research, and public service.

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Mark your calendars for Open Enrollment 2022-23

The annual opportunity for eligible staff and faculty to make changes to their health plan, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts starts April 18 through April 29.

Virtual workshops offer resilience training to Penn community

Penn’s Division of Human Resources, in collaboration with the Positive Psychology Center, is hosting virtual workshops as a part of a six-part series presenting core resilience during COVID.

Models of Excellence program accepting nominations

Models of Excellence program accepting nominations. In addition to the traditional award categories, a special award category—Supporting Penn Through COVID-19 and Return to Campus Work—has been added.

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Reporting gender identity and sexual orientation in Workday

Penn faculty and staff members now have the option to self-identify their sexual orientation and gender identity in their personal profile.

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