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University partners with Leave Solutions for FMLA and leave of absence management

Marquette recently partnered with Leave Solutions, an FMLA services agency. In partnership with Human Resources, Leave Solutions will now handle the intake, communication, paperwork, and tracking for FMLA and leave of absence administration. Marquette’s Employee Benefits Team will still manage eligibility and paid leave policies. Leave Solutions provides personalized, one-on-one service for its clients and […]

A message from the Employee Assistance Program: kindness matters more than ever right now

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) encourages the Marquette community to read this handout on the importance of kindness, especially during the current state of the country. EAP shares the following message with Marquette: Communities everywhere are coping with the global pandemic that seems to have turned our lives and our economy upside down. Our lives […]

Benefits Update: How the CARES Act affects Marquette, UMR waived testing costs and expanded telehealth coverage

CARES Act Congress recently passed the “Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security” (CARES) Act, which contained several provisions relevant to participants in Marquette’s 403(b) retirement plan. Currently, Marquette’s plan offers loans up to $50,000 to participants (or 50% of their employee contributed account balance) but the CARES Act allows employers to increase that limit. Under […]

Training and development resources for employees during COVID-19

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the university is committed to protecting the health, safety and well-being of all students, faculty, and staff. As many employees find themselves currently working from home, the Marquette community must be creative, flexible and empathetic to each other’s concerns during this difficult time. Employees are encouraged to make sure they’re taking […]

All employees encouraged to sign up for direct deposit

All employees (full-time, part-time, students, etc.) have payroll payments disbursed through direct deposit to the financial institution of the employee’s choice. Direct deposit is available in any financial institution throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. If you do not currently have direct deposit set up, please review the policy and sign up immediately.

TIAA retirement plan updates

Marquette’s retirement plan is one of the best deals around for saving for your retirement. In addition to the tax benefits, the plan remains a very cost effective way to save for your future. The Marquette University Retirement Plan Committee works hard to reduce fees and continually monitor fees to make sure they remain competitive. […]

Registration for March GROW classes now available

Registration for March GROW classes is now available via Eventbrite. Use code: GROW.  March offerings include:   Al McGuire Center Tour | Friday, March 6  Intro to R | Monday, March 9  Performance Appraisals – Strategies for Working with Your Supervisor | Monday, March 16  StoryMaps JS: Tools for Telling Digital Stories | Wednesday, March 18  Safety […]

Employee Assistance Program available for employees and family members

Led by Aurora, the Employee Assistance Program provides work-life services, short-term counseling, referrals and resource identification. Services provided are kept confidential. EAP is a benefit for all Marquette employees, spouses and dependent children. EAP offers in-person or telephone sessions with counselors. Employees can discuss concerns such as stress, relationship/family concerns, drug or alcohol issues. Work/life […]