Make Your Time Matter: Shared Leave Campaign Off to a Strong Start We’re one week into our Shared Leave Donation Challenge, and the response has been inspiring! Thank you to everyone who has already stepped up to support fellow Missouri State employees by donating unused vacation leave. You’re making a real difference. 💛 What Is the Shared Leave Pool? The Shared Leave Pool … [Read more...] about Shared Leave Contribution Campaign
💙 Supporting Foster Families at MSU Each year, National Foster Care Day is recognized on the first Tuesday in May to raise awareness and support for the more than 390,000 children and youth in the U.S. foster care system. It’s a time to honor foster parents, social workers, volunteers, and the many individuals who dedicate their lives to creating safe, loving environments for … [Read more...] about 💙 National Foster Care Day
Vacation Leave As summer draws near and the fiscal year winds down, it’s the perfect moment to check your vacation leave balance. At Missouri State University, full-time employees can carry forward vacation leave—but only up to a point. If your balance exceeds twice your annual allowance by June 30, you’ll lose those extra hours. How to Check Your Balance: 🖥️ MyMissouriState … [Read more...] about Don’t Let It Expire—Relax or Inspire!
Make Your Time Matter: Donate Vacation Leave to the Shared Leave Pool As the end of the fiscal year approaches on June 30, Missouri State University invites you to turn unused vacation leave into something powerful — support for a colleague in need. 💛 What is the Shared Leave Pool? The Shared Leave Pool is a voluntary program that allows employees to donate accrued … [Read more...] about Vacation Time with Purpose: Donate to the Shared Leave Pool
Do I Need a Short-Term Disability Policy? For many employees, the answer is yes. Medically necessary leaves often involve more than just lost wages; they can bring increased health care costs, travel expenses, and higher household bills. Why Consider Short-Term Disability if I Have Sick Time? While sick time is valuable, short-term disability (STD) can offer additional … [Read more...] about Benefit Spotlight: Short-Term Disability