HR Announcements

UUP Individual Development Award Applications Now Being Accepted
1/6/26
The Governor’s Office of Employee Relations (GOER) and United University Professions (UUP) announced the allocation of funds for Individual Development Awards (IDA) for activity between July 2, 2025 and July 1, 2026. Applications for projects or activities outside this timeframe will NOT be accepted.
Guidance for State Employees Impacted by Recent Storm
1/6/26
Recently, severe weather affecting Erie County resulted in the New York State Office of Employee Relations (OER) to direct telecommuting, early departure, and absence without charge to accruals.
Minimum Wage Increase for Non-Represented Hourly and Student Employees
12/29/25
The SUNY Board of Trustees announced that UB will align the minimum wage with the levels approved in the New York state budget.
Human Resources Fall 2025 Program Updates for State Employees
12/1/25
Following the start of a busy fall semester, Human Resources aims to keep you informed on about new and upcoming programs.
State Employees Update 2026 Voluntary Retirement Plans
11/24/25
State employees can create, change or cancel payroll contributions for voluntary retirement savings plan(s) for 2026. The IRS has announced that the maximum calendar year contribution limits have increased for 2026.
Student Employment Policy - Interim, Revised
9/26/25
The Student Employment Policy, has been reviewed and revised but is interim pending further review. The policy is in full force and effect and is available in the University Policy Library .
Paid Parental Leave Benefit for GSEU
8/28/25
New York State has announced that eligible employees represented by the Graduate Student Employees Union will receive fully paid parental leave effective September 1, 2025 supporting gestational, non-gestational, adoptive and foster parents.
Name, Image and Likeness Activities Policy - Interim Policy Revision
7/24/25
The Name, Image and Likeness Activities Policy, is available in the University Policy Library with a notice of pending policy changes.

Allowable Use of Funds Policy Revised
7/25/19
The Allowable Use of Funds Policy, approved and signed by President Tripathi, is available in the University Policy Library.
Gifts, Prizes, and Awards Policy Announced
4/9/19
The Gifts, Prizes, and Awards Policy, approved and signed by President Tripathi, is available in the University Policy Library.
Managing University Assets Policy Revised
3/29/19
The Managing University Assets Policy, approved and signed by President Tripathi, is available in the University Policy Library.
Discrimination and Harassment Policy Revised
3/29/19
The updated Discrimination and Harassment Policy, approved and signed by President Tripathi, is available in the University Policy Library.

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