May 2020: New IRS FSA Guidelines due to COVID

Many Flexible Spending Account participants have expressed concerns that they may forfeit money due to the closure, cancellation, or delay of elective medical procedures, dental appointments, or summer camps. In response, the IRS recently issued revised guidelines for sponsors of FSA’s. The new guidelines allow GIC plan participants greater flexibility and opportunity to use the funds withheld during FY20 and to adjust contributions for FY21.

Fidelity Investments Appointments Available Via Telephone or Zoom

In this time of uncertainty with Coronavirus (COVID-19), Fidelity Investments is still available to meet with all UMass associates – over the phone – at a time that is most convenient for you.

2019 W-2 Form Information

W-2 Forms are now available online through Self-Service in HR Direct.

2020 New Year Updates

We would like to take this opportunity to share some important updates that will take effect in the new year regarding personal time, minimum wage increases, the new 2020 W-4 form and paycheck changes for RI residents.

2019 Chancellor’s Employee Service Recognition Ceremony

The Chancellor’s Employee Service Recognition Ceremony honors our hard-working and committed faculty and staff who have contributed to the excellence of our campus over the years. We encourage support from the campus community by attending the Chancellor's 2019 Service awards ceremony on Tuesday, November 19, 2019.