UIC SAC Newsletter April 2021
"A support for Civil Service Employees"
April 2021 Newsletter PDF
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IDES Fraud
Learn more about avoiding IDES fraud.
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COVID-19 Updates
Learn more about vaccine distribution and testing.
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Election Information
Learn about the State Universities Civil Service Advisory Committee Election.
2020 State Universities Civil Service Advisory Committee Election Heading link
Announcement: Human Resources Organizational Development Heading link
Congratulations to Laurie Schellenberger, the new Director of Organization Development. This news comes with the rebranding of UIC’sHuman Resources Organizational Effectiveness function. Laurie will join the UICHR management team to lead and support employee development needs and training for the entire UIC community as well as manage our special programs/events function.
For over ten years, she has been an integral part of UIC Human Resources and is well-regarded across campus for her leadership on performance management issues.
COVID-19 Testing Information Heading link
COVID-19 Saliva Testing is required for all individuals on-campus, as long as they are not displaying symptoms.
Appointments are available, but walk-ins are welcome.
You are required to test once every 14 days but can and are recommended to test once per week.
Please ensure to bring a valid I-card to testing sites and refrain from eating, drinking, tooth brushing, etc. 30 minutes before the sample is taken.
Results are made available on MyChart, as well as your UIC Daily Pass.
More information can be found here, through UIC Today.
COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ Heading link
Starting March 22nd, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced that higher education staff are eligible for vaccination, getting us one step closer to herd immunity. All employees will receive an email invitation in the upcoming weeks where they can set up their vaccination appointments. Appointments are setup through MyChart. If you are unable to login, call 844-906-9844 for assistance. Note that the vaccines are voluntary but highly recommended.
For further information, please see the IDPH website.
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Illinois is currently in phase 1B Plus, but phase 1C will begin March 29th.
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Yes, but it is suggested you wait 90 days between the time of infection and receiving the vaccine.
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No, the vaccine is highly effective, but not100% effective.
UPDATE: Unemployment Fraud Heading link
Unfortunately, there has been an increase in fraudulent attempts against unsuspecting faculty and staff. Everyone is encouraged to watch for any unusual mail from the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) and, if necessary, take steps to protect your identity and accounts. You may be a target of identity theft if you receive communications from IDES, and you HAVE NOT filed an unemployment claim. This may include a debit card with benefits or an Unemployment Insurance (UI) Finding Letter.
Please report the suspected fraud to IDES at IDES Reporting Unemployment Insurance Fraud. UIC Human Resources is contacting IDES to verify employment for all employees with active appointments.
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