FEBRUARY 2013

In This Issue:

Flexible Spending

Accounts

Civil Service

Professional Level

Exam

Financial Wellness

Programs

Happy Retirement

Congrats Newlyweds

Important Dates for

Employment

Processing

ORP/403(B)/457

(B) Vendor Schedule

HRM Staff Spotlight

Geaux Active

Development

Opportunities

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Flexible Spending Accounts Claims Grace Period

The grace period to incur claims for the 2012 plan year is

March 15, 2013. Any claims incurred through March 15, 2013

MUST be filed to Boon‐Chapman no later than May 15, 2013. If

you incur a claim during the grace period and you s ll have a

balance in your 2012 account, you should con nue to use your

debit card with Boon‐Chapman in order to have the

reimbursement paid from 2012 account. The debit card will

automa cally take the funds from the 2012 account if there is a

balance available. If you do not u lize the debit card op on, you

can con nue to file a paper claim with Boon‐Chapman.

You will con nue to have access to your online account through

the grace period. You can access this by logging on to the Boon

Chapman website at www.mybenny.com. First me users will

enter their social security number, zip code and Benny Card

number for your ini al login. This will allow you to check the

status of your claims as well as your available balance.

Civil Service Professional Level Exam (PLE) Implementation

Current state employees who are applying for professional level jobs that require a State Civil Service test score should be aware that the current Professional Entry Test (PET) is being replaced. The last date for administra on of the PET will be February 28, 2013. Administra on of the new PLE will begin Friday, March 1, 2013, in the Baton Rouge Informa on and Tes ng Office.

All scores currently ac ve for the PET will expire on Tuesday, April 30, 2013. You may apply for and take the new PLE during the transi on period, but you will not receive grade no ces un l a er April 30, 2013. On May 1, 2013, the PLE grades will become ac ve and may be used to apply to posted vacancies. All new scores for the PLE will have an expira on date of two years following the effec ve date of the test score. There will be a limited transi on excep on period for using the PET scores for PROMOTION ONLY of permanent classified state employees un l May 1, 2015.

Please visit the Louisiana State Civil Service website for more informa on, www.civilservice.la.gov.

HAPPENINGS From the Office of Human Resource Management

February Vendor Schedules For ORP, 403 (B), 457 (B) Plans: All vendor mee ngs will take place at 304 Thomas Boyd Hall. NOTE: Feb. 19th, VALIC will be in 110 Thomas Boyd hall; Feb. 21st, TIAA‐CREF will be in 319 Student Union, Baritaria Room.

Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

5 Deferred Compensa on Plan of LA Chris Burton 225‐926‐8082 ext. 35507 10‐2pm ING Brandon Goll Mike So le Julie Russell 225‐766‐8711 10‐2pm

6 MetLife

Clyde Bohne 225‐765‐7576 Ext. 2261 10‐2pm

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19 VALIC Mindy Lewis 225‐201‐1009 10‐2pm

20 21 ING Brandon Goll Mike So le Julie Russell 225‐766‐8711 11‐2pm

TIAA‐CREF Kevin Porter Mike Digiovanni 504‐644‐5013

26 TIAA‐CREF Kevin Porter Mike Digiovanni 504‐644‐5013 10‐2pm

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EMPLOYMENT PROCESSING

February 1st Wage Payroll

February 15th Wage Payroll

February 21st Academic Payroll

February 28th Salary Payroll

Happy Retirement to Our Friend and Colleague, Cathi Richardson

“Nearly 32 years ago I was hired on a temporary

appointment and so began my career at LSU. It has been an

honor and privilege to work at such a great University. I have

made so many friends over the years and thank you for all

you have done to make my job easier. I will miss everyone,

but it is me to begin a new chapter in my life. FOREVER

LSU!!!!” ~ Cathi Richardson

HAPPENINGS

HRM |110 Thomas Boyd Hall |T: 225‐578‐8200 | F: 225‐578‐6571 | Office Hours: 8‐4:30 PM |

Financial Wellness Programs

Have you always wanted to learn more about managing

your personal finances? Do you want to learn more about

re rement?

Faculty and Staff are invited to a end complimentary seminars.

Please see the a ached flyer for dates, topics and more

informa on.

Congratulations to Our Newlyweds!

Three HRM staff members have recently

ed the knot. Please join us in congratula ng:

Mrs. Amy Amoroso Kirby

Mrs. Liesel Batz Walker

and

Mrs. Liz Roberson Johnson

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HRM |110 Thomas Boyd Hall |T: 225‐578‐8200 | F: 225‐578‐6571 | Office Hours: 8‐4:30 PM |

HAPPENINGS

Name: Jenn Randazzo

Hometown: Independence, LA

Educa on: Bachelor’s in Marke ng from Southeastern Louisiana University

What do you do in your department, including job tle and area? I am a Coordinator/Staffing Partner in the Staffing & Employment Center within the Office of Human Resource Management. I help fabulous people find great jobs in an exci ng place!!

How long have you been with LSU?

I have been with LSU for 7 ½ years. I le this campus to work at another LSU campus closer to home, but that only lasted for one year before I had to get back to this beau ful campus!

What has been your most sa sfying or rewarding experience as an HR professional?

I used to say that I got into HR because I like to help people. At this me in my career, the most sa sfying part of my job is training. I get to help people by conduc ng training classes and giving them the resources they need to successfully perform their jobs.

What is the strangest thing you’ve ever run across in your HR career?

People!! They never cease to amaze me in the funny things they do and say. The best thing about working in the “people business” is that they always keep it interes ng.

What do you like most about working at LSU?

The environment of a university is so unique. I work in an office se ng that you may find at any company. But at LSU, I see faculty and students walking by; and I can hear the band prac cing or the clock tower chime. It’s a wonderful environment that makes the work day so enjoyable.

Tell us something interes ng about yourself.

Well, when I tell people that I live in Mandeville, they think it’s interes ng since I work in Baton Rouge. “You drive from Mandeville to Baton Rouge every day!?” I think what they are really asking is “Are you crazy!?” Ha! What can I say… I love living in Mandeville, but I also love working at LSU. It’s great being me!!

HRM STAFF SPOTLIGHT GEAUX ACT IVE

We hope you will enjoy The Happenings, Geaux Ac ve sec on. Here you will find great ps for leading a healthier lifestyle. We encourage our faculty and staff to take an ac ve approach in his/her quest for health and well‐being.

If there are any health/fitness topics that you would like to see in upcoming issues, please e‐mail them to hr@lsu.edu.

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Healthy Substitutes… Die ng and ea ng healthy can be a difficult task. Check out a few different ways to can easily cut some calories out of your meals.

Use: Mashed Ripe Bananas

Instead of: Fats (bu er, margarine or shortening) when baking

Because: The consistency is ideal and bananas add nutrients such as potassium, fiber, and vitamin B6.

Use: Mashed Avocado

Instead of: Mayonnaise

Because: A 2‐tablespoon serving of mayonnaise has about 1,200 calories and 24 grams of fat. Half an avocado has about 115 calories and 10.5 grams of fat, and provides vitamin E and cholesterol‐checking mono‐saturated fat.

Use: Fat‐free, plain Greek yogurt

Instead of: Sour Cream

Because: Provides the flavor and texture of sour cream without all the fat and calories. Plus, the yogurt provides calcium and protein! “Health & Wellness Newsle er” Massad‐Olinde.com

Snack Better Now! Here are some quick and easy snack ideas that are only 100 calories or less:

Berries and Cream: One cup of blueberries mixed with two tablespoons of whipped topping.

Pistachios: About 25 nuts. Go for those s ll inside their shells. Cracking them open will take me which may help you from grabbing more.

Chips and Salsa: 10 baked tor lla chips and ¼ cup of salsa.

Cucumber Sandwiches: ½ English muffin topped with two tablespoons co age cheese and three cucumber slices. “Health & Wellness Newsle er” Massad‐Olinde.com

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HRM |110 Thomas Boyd Hall |T: 225‐578‐8200 | F: 225‐578‐6571 | Office Hours: 8‐4:30 PM |

New Employee Orientation February 18th | 8:15 — 2:30pm

March 4th | 8:15 — 2:30pm

March 18th | 8:15 — 2:30pm

Intro to Sponsored Programs February 5th |9 — 10:30am

Invoice Processing February 5th |9:30 — 11:30am

March 6th | 9:30 — 11:30am

Property/Fleet Management Training February 7th | 9:30 — 11:30am

Travel Expense Reimbursement February 7th |9:30 — 11:30am

March 14th | 9:30 — 11:30am

Post Award Administration Training February 20th | 9 — 11am

March 19th | 9 — 11am

Personnel Activity Reports (PAR) February 21st |2— 4pm

March 20th | 9:30 — 11am

GLS & Reporting Tools

February 21st |9:30 — 11:30am

LaCarte Purchasing Card

February 21st | 9:30 — 11:30am

March 12th | 9:30 — 11:30am

Facing Everyday Challenges: Understanding Emotional Intelligence February 21st | 2 — 4pm

Retirement Basics for HR Contacts

February 26th | 2 — 4pm

Sponsored Programs System (SPS) Training March 5th | 9 — 10am

Basics of Investing Seminar

March 5th | 10 — 11am

March 5th | 2 — 3pm

Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

March 6th | 9 — 11am

Payroll Processing Procedures

March 6th | 9:30 — 11am

Effective Time Management

March 19th | 1 — 4pm

Violence Free Workplace

March 26th | 9 — 11am

To Register for a Training and Development class, log into PAWS. Click on ‘Employee Resources’ and then ‘HRM Training Programs” from the le hand menu. You will be asked to validate your personal informa on. Then, click on ‘Training Programs’ from the top menu. Choose your selected class and date. Click ‘register.’ You will receive an email confirma on.

If you do not receive a confirma on or are put on a waitlist, please e‐mail the Training & Development Coordinator, Patricia Mitchen at pmitchen@lsu.edu or call her at 225‐578‐8201.

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