Important Health Insurance Coverage Information - Form 1095-C , The University is no longer required to automatically provide you with the Form 1095-C, which gives information about your health insurance coverage for the tax year. If you wish, you may access the form by logging into HR Direct/Employee Self Service and clicking on, View Form 1095-C, . , Please note that the Form 1095-C will not be ready until the end of February., To request a copy of your Form 1095-C, please contact us via any of the following options: , Email: , A&FSupport@umassp.edu, Mailing Address:, University of Massachusetts President’s Office, 50 Washington Street, Westborough, MA 01581, ATTN: Human Resources , Phone Number:, 774-545-8778 We will furnish you with a copy of Form 1095-C via secure email within 30 days of receiving your request. , Important:, Form 1095-C is not required for tax purposes. With the elimination of the individual mandate, the ACA Form 1095-C is for information purposes only. IRS does not require taxpayers to include it with their tax returns. This message will also be posted on the HR website at www.umassp.edu/hr .
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Harvard Pilgrim has reached an agreement with both St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester and MetroWest Medical Center in Framingham and Natick. Employees in the Harvard Pilgrim Quality HMO and Harvard Pilgrim Explorer POS plans will be able to continue to see their providers at these hospitals. The contract runs through December 31, 2028. Employees may call Harvard Pilgrim at 844-442-7324 or…
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In April 2024, the Department of Justice (DOJ) issued a rule requiring public entities to make their digital content accessible by April 24, 2026. This rule applies to all public web content, mobile apps, and course materials. The following reflects UITS project team efforts so far:, Completed Activities, The Digital Experience team has completed the development of four self-paced digital accessibility training courses: Develop and Deliver Accessible Presentations, Write Accessible Emails, Create Accessible Social Media Posts, and Create Accessible Excel Spreadsheets. The first course on Write Accessible Email was rolled out to UITS in late January. Developed a Digital Accessibility Compliance…, In Progress Activities, Migrate all web content remediation tasks to the Accessibility Tracker Review existing PDFs on the website and work with departments to identify PDFs that can be converted to HTML content, native file formats, or web forms Establish testing timeline for high-impact products, What to Expect Next, The third-party product testing strategy will be shared with leadership and product owners in the next month. The evaluation process for the Document Remediation RFP is underway, with the selection of the bidder expected to be finalized within the next month. Digital Experience team will work with General Counsel and Administration and Finance (A&F) to define an accessible procurement…
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Following two successful supplier roadshows,, UPST is headed to Amherst!, In collaboration with the, Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium, and campus leadership, we’re bringing together UMass buyers and preferred, Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) suppliers, to strengthen connections, showcase resources, and enhance procurement processes across the UMass system. The event is open to UMass faculty, staff, and students but will have a special focus on our MRO approved suppliers and their usual buyers. , MRO Roadshow – UMass Amherst , 📅 Date: Monday, March 3, 2025 🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 Location: Campus Center Auditorium, UMass Amherst 🔗 Learn more: https://www.umassp.edu/node/30306 Stay connected—, follow, share, and engage with UPST on LinkedIn, to stay updated on upcoming events and initiatives!
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Internships provide students with valuable hands-on experience, the opportunity to collaborate with professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment, and a deeper understanding of organizational operations. UPST is looking to expand its internship program and welcome new talent! We are currently offering two paid, 20-hour-per-week internships for current UMass undergraduate students. These…
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The following enhancements that were made to the non-unit dental plan effective March 1, 2025. Orthodontia maximum increased to $2,500. The $25 deductible for Type B and C services was eliminated. Legal expense coverage was added at no additional cost-MetLife Legal plan available for all non-unit dental plan enrollees. Pet insurance now available-MetLife Pet Insurance plan available as a…
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Open enrollment for GIC benefits (health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability and flexible spending accounts) as well as the GIC health insurance buyout will begin on Wednesday, April 2 and continue through Thursday, May 1 for an effective date of July 1, 2025. All the same health insurance plans will be offered. There will be some enhancements to the plans. The basic life insurance…
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2025 DEIA Lunar New Year celebration on February 11th at Westborough! This year marks the Year of the Snake in the Chinese Zodiac. The holiday officially began on January 29th, followed by a 15-day celebration that concluded on February 12th. During the event, we enjoyed delicious meals and gained insight into the holiday’s significance from our…
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Your Go-To Resource for Responsible AI Integration, We’re committed to empowering individuals and business units with the knowledge and tools necessary for the responsible and effective integration of artificial intelligence. We believe AI has the potential to transform our work and drive significant value, and we're excited to launch the UMPO AI Hub to guide us on this journey. This hub is designed to be the central resource for all things AI,…
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