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Are you thinking about retiring from UCO in the next few years? If so, you may want to join UCO Benefits on February 13th at 10am for a Retirement Seminar. We will be talking about the steps to retirement, Oklahoma Teachers’ Retirement System (OTRS), retirement timelines, insurance in retirement, and voluntary retirement accounts. . . .
The goal of Shop Central is to encourage UCO students, alumni and employees to find new and unique local spots while supporting the Edmond and Oklahoma City metro communities. The best part? These businesses are offering you an exclusive discount or special offer. Just present your UCO ID to any of the participating vendors to receive your discount . . .
The Faculty Senate met on Dec. 14. At the beginning of our meeting, we had open sessions with University President Lamb and Provost Simmons. President Lamb talked about current financial and enrollment issues. Although the enrollment of freshmen this year has improved, we still need a strategic plan to continuously increase student enrollment. Senators . . .
End of semester celebrations and winter gatherings offer opportunities for community-building and creating a sense of belonging with colleagues, friends, and family. The warmth of spending time with others is a reminder of the difference we make in others’ lives and the value others hold in our own. As communities, the centerpiece of our celebrations . . .
The end of the year can be full of excitement due to holidays and new beginnings, including the end of the current insurance plan year and the beginning of the new one. It is important to remember that the end of the year can be a valuable time for your benefits. Here are five tips on how to make the most of your benefits:
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The time of year for Year-End Information Review has officially arrived which also means W-2 season is upon us. We’d like to remind faculty, staff, and student employees to verify their Year-End Form Paperless Elections. The Year-End Forms include Form W-2 and Form 1095. You can elect to receive all or only certain Year-End Forms electronically.
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There is a reason this time of year is called the holiday season; it is packed full of various celebrations and observances. It can be easy to get lost in the hustle and bustle of whichever special days you personally observe. Humans tend to subconsciously view the world in terms of their own culture or faith. What does this mean for getting along . . .
1. What is your background?
I grew up in Chicago after immigrating there from Mexico. I am the lone girl sibling among four brothers. Isabella, my 16-year-old daughter, is my only child. I have nearly two decades of communication expertise, including work as a copywriter, digital marketing, television and radio, community engagement, and private consultancy. . . .