September 12, 2024
President’s Report
News You Can Use
News from The Office of Human Resources
Upcoming Events at the Brooks Center
September 17th Blood Drive
“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take” – Wayne Gretzky
September 12, 2024
Help save lives and receive $40 in eGift Cards by donating blood at the Staff Senate Blood Drive! The Blood Connection will be on campus on Tuesday, September 17th, from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. on Calhoun Dr. between the Carillon Garden and Bowman Field.
Sign up today using sponsor code 8CSS!
September 12, 2024
September 12, 2024
Retirement Starts Now: Retirement planning support available through OHR, PEBA
It is never too early to start planning for retirement.
Recognizing many faculty and staff members desire to plan for retirement, the Office of Human Resources Workforce Benefits and Well-Being Unit will host two retirement planning sessions with the South Carolina Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA).
“Retirement Starts Now” is targeted toward faculty and staff members in the middle of their careers who are interested in learning more about preparing for retirement.
PEBA says, on average, the state’s defined benefit retirement plans provide about 50% of active employment income. Officials estimate Social Security may provide up to 40%. This course will walk employees through the variables that may impact their retirement income and the steps they can take now to better prepare.
The first sessions occurred on September 11 from 1 – 4:30 p.m. and the next will take place on November 13 from 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Sessions will take place virtually to allow faculty and staff across the state to participate. Interested individuals should register ahead of time through Tiger Training to receive the link to the virtual webinar. Faculty and staff who cannot attend the live sessions can watch the presentation on PEBA’s YouTube channel.
For faculty and staff members closer to retirement (within three months to one year), the Workforce Benefits and Well-Being Unit offers “Navigating Your Retirement” classes, which guide employees through the steps needed to retire from the University. These classes are offered both in-person at the Administrative Services Building and virtually. Registration for those sessions is also available through Tiger Training.
PEBA offers appointments for one-hour phone consultations and one-hour video consultations. Faculty and staff can schedule an appointment online or learn more on PEBA’s website.
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Annual Required Training launched Tuesday, September 10
The 2024 Annual Required Training Program was launched through Tiger Training on September 10, 2024, with a due date of October 29, 2024.
All faculty and staff should receive an email from Tiger Training informing them of enrollment in the three required training modules by Wednesday, September 11 at 10 a.m.
All staff and faculty are required to complete the three required annual training courses by the October 29 deadline:
Shorter refresher versions of trainings will continue to be provided for employees who completed the topic in previous years.
More information regarding Annual Required Training can be found in this letter from University leadership.
Questions regarding the Tiger Training system should be sent to tigertraining@clemson.edu.
Questions regarding the specific courses should be directed to the following individuals:
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Update your Beneficiaries and Contact Information ahead of Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment is just a few weeks away! It is important that you update your contact information and beneficiary data now to ensure that your information is accurate and current before making your open enrollment elections in October. Follow the included instructions to complete this process in a few short minutes!
Changes to beneficiary information must be updated directly with the provider.
Questions? Ask-HR or Contact Benefits.
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Mobile Mammography Bus returns to main campus September 17
The AnMed Health Mobile Mammography Coach will be on Clemson’s main campus on September 17, 2024, to provide mammography services to interested employees.
The bus will be stationed on Fernow Street by Riggs Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. or until no more appointments are available.
Mammography services through the AnMedHealth mobile mammography coach are free through the state health insurance plan for eligible employees. Many other insurance companies provide mammography services to eligible members at no cost or with a discount. Still, interested individuals should review their plan to determine what their coverage includes. Individuals paying for mammography services out of pocket receive a 50% discount. Individuals may also be eligible for low or no-cost screenings if they do not have insurance. To learn whether you qualify for assistance, contact the breast patient navigator at 864-512-4091.
Mobile mammography services are available to women 40 or older with a self-referral or an order from their physician.
AnMed Health guidelines state individuals should have no breast symptoms, not be pregnant or breastfeeding, and be able to walk up 3-4 mobile steps. You may receive a mammogram if it has been one year and one day since your previous mammogram. Please do not wear any deodorant, powder, perfume or lotion on the day of your appointment. AnMed Health suggests individuals wear a two-piece outfit for the appointment.
Please bring your insurance card and photo ID to the appointment.
A radiologist with AnMed Health will read your results within one business day and send them immediately to your physician. You can also view your results on your AnMed MyChart account. Patients will receive a letter in the mail with their results within 7-10 days.
Though not required, appointments are highly encouraged. To schedule an appointment, call 864-512-6255.
September 12, 2024
Friday, September 20, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $35 adults/$20 students
Sponsored by Bill Dowler
The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass is America’s premier large brass ensemble. A group that always reflects the diverse makeup of men and women in the American culture, RMPBB is dedicated to the notion that music is a gift to be enjoyed by everyone. The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass is a family-owned and operated business that began on the streets of New Orleans. On the advice of family patriarch Ellis Marsalis, the group created a concert format that breaks the usual barriers between genres and strives to create a connection between the audience and performers. Enjoy pieces by Bach, Sousa, Wagner, and Elvis Presley, to name a few, in this Big Brass program.
“No one plays absolutely beautifully all the time…unless you’re my cousin Rodney.” – Wynton Marsalis
Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 5 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Bring a picnic, enjoy fresh air and unwind as University Carillonneur Linda Dzuris performs on our 48-bell instrument. Listening areas include Bowman Field, the Military Heritage Plaza, Cox Plaza, and the Carillon Garden.
Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: FREE – no ticket required
Lillian and Robert Utsey Chamber Music Series
The 38th season opener of the Utsey Chamber Music Series features the Borromeo String Quartet of New England Conservatory and the Verona Quartet of Oberlin Conservatory. This concert explores three masterpieces of the string octet repertoire: Enescu’s Octet for Strings,
Op. 7; Shostakovich’s Two Pieces for String Octet, Op. 11; and Mendelssohn’s Octet for Strings, Op. 20. The renowned Borromeo Quartet performed at the Brooks Center during its first season 30 years ago. Shortly after the Verona’s performance at the Brooks Center in 2022, their second album, SHATTER, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Traditional Classical Chart.
September 30 – October 5, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.
and October 6, 2024 at 3 p.m.
Cost: $15 Adults, $10 Students
Presented by the Clemson Players
Beatrice and Benedick are totally in love. They’re also locked in an endless battle of wits that’s legendary to behold. Hero and Claudio are also totally in love. But not everyone in Messina is eager to see them tie the knot. As a series of secret plots blur perception and reality, the stubbornly single Beatrice and Benedick must reckon with the forces trying to sabotage the young couple and confront their feelings for each other while they do it. Much Ado About Nothing is Shakespeare at his wittiest – a high-stakes comedy that will make you laugh, break your heart, and then put it back together again.
