It's coming toward the end of the summer term and the end of the academic year. Make sure you're aware of upcoming deadlines, and share your thoughts and opinions for some Drexel operations.
Public Safety Seeks Your Feedback
Share comments, concerns and commendations regarding Drexel Public Safety's engagement in the community, delivery of public safety services, and overall candidacy and compliance with its continued accredited status from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). You can add comments on both the Drexel Police (DUPD) portal and the Drexel Public Safety Communications Center (DUPSCC) portal. Portals will be open until Oct. 11. Thank you for your participation!
Policies Available for Public Comment & Other Policy Updates
All students, faculty, and professional staff are invited to review and comment on the following proposed policies listed on the Public Comment Period webpage. This Public Comment Period closes on Sept. 20, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. EST:
- PO-93: Dean Review
- PO-94: Dean Search
- PO-95 Distinguished Professor
The following Official University Policies recently changed their status to Under Review:
- PO-69: Statute of Limitations on Earned Course Credit
- HR-52: Background Checks
Please visit the Policy Directory for a list of all Official University Policies and information about them, including their current statuses. As a reminder, Official University Policies are approved by the President and are applied University-wide; the Policy Directory does not contain unit- or department-level policies. All unit- or departmental-level policies and procedures must not conflict with any Official University Policies and must be accessible to the personnel to which they apply.
Email policy@drexel.edu for any Policy Compliance Process questions.
Book a 1:1 Consultation With TIAA
A financial advisor from TIAA can help you create a financial plan that's tailored to your situation and goals. They can also help you make informed decisions, manage your investments and address changes in your life. Schedule a session to meet with a financial consultant on campus at 3201 Arch Street, Suite 430. Appointments are available for Sept. 4, 5 and 12. Space is limited, so register today at tiaa.org/schedulenow or by calling 800.732.8353 on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. TIAA looks forward to working with you!
Fall Dates for Climate Café
Anxiety and concern about climate change is real and affects many of us, piling up on top of life’s other stresses. A climate café provides a welcoming, informal and private space for all to share what they’re feeling and thinking about the state of the Earth. This fall, stop by for climate café events at the Lindy Center for Civic Engagement (3210 Cherry St.) on Sept. 19, 3–4 p.m.; Oct. 15, 5:30–7 p.m.; and Nov. 13, 10–11:30 a.m. All Drexel students, faculty, staff and neighbors are welcome to attend. For more information, please contact sustainability@drexel.edu.
It’s Never Too Early to Get Ready to Vote
The 2024 general election is on November 5; this year is a presidential election year. Have you registered to vote yet? The deadline to register in Pennsylvania is Oct. 21, 2024, and the last day to request a mail-in or absentee ballot is Oct. 29, 2024. For all the information you need on this year’s election and the resources available, visit drexel.edu/vote.
Get Financially Fit for the New Academic Year
A Healthier U has a brand new series of financial fitness workshops with topics ranging from mindfulness to mortgages to holiday spending. Each event that you attend in this series will earn you 15 Wellness Incentive Program points ($15 in your paycheck). You can see the complete list of workshops on the program webpage. Please register in Career Pathway for the workshop of your choice.
Speaking of finances, time is winding down to earn up to $650 for the 2024 Wellness Incentive Program, which runs from Jan. 1–Nov. 30, 2024. Full-time and part-time benefits-eligible faculty and professional staff enrolled in a Drexel medical plan, or full-time employees who waive medical coverage, will be eligible to earn up to $400 during this annual program. Spouses and domestic partners who receive medical insurance through Drexel, or spouses and domestic partners of employees who waive medical coverage, are eligible to earn up to $250, paid via the employee’s paycheck.
There are many possible ways to earn 400 points (more than 1,000 points of options). Please review the guides in the right sidebar under "How to Earn Points" on the program page or check out this DrexelNEWS article with examples of how to earn the full $400 incentive.
Please note that you must complete your Personal Health Profile (PHP) in order to receive payouts in your paycheck. Please see Health Advocate PHP Well-being PDF Flyer to learn how to complete your PHP.
Prepare for the Annual Performance Process
Each fall, faculty and staff complete the annual performance process tailored to their roles. Whether as employees or managers, it’s beneficial to start planning early for how to engage meaningfully in this process for maximum support. Faculty members and department heads can find more information on the Faculty Annual Review (FAR) on the Office of Faculty Advancement website, including the timeline, instructions, and PDFs showing the sections of the FAR. Professional staff members and managers can find information about the annual performance development process on the HR website, including the intention of the process, timeline, steps, examples and other guidance. The Talent Development team has also highlighted key courses in Career Pathway designed to deepen your understanding of the process.
Important Date Change for TFTP Enrollment
The enrollment deadline for the Tenured Faculty Transition Policy (TFTP) has been extended to Nov. 30, 2024, for faculty electing to retire on Aug. 31, 2025. This extension of time should provide ample opportunity for faculty eligible for both TFTP and the Voluntary Retirement Incentive Plan to make an informed and considered decision. To elect to participate in the TFTP for Aug. 31, 2025, retirement date, you may now submit your Election and General Release of Claims to Faculty Affairs by Nov. 30, 2024.