New Employee Orientation
Congratulations on your new position at the University of Wyoming! Founded in 1886, UW is the only 4-year institution of higher education in the great state of Wyoming. For more information on UW’s unique history and inspiring mission, visit About UW. Here, you will find information about our University, the Laramie community and the state of Wyoming.
As a new employee, you likely have many questions about the benefits offered by UW.
On this and the following pages, you will find information regarding your many benefits.
These pages for Retirement, Health Benefits, Other Benefits and Deadlines are intended
to supplement the benefits packet provided to you during New Employee Orientation. The orientation
sessions are held weekly on Tuesdays. Please contact Cherise Laud, Benefits and Retirement Specialist, if you have questions about your benefits.
Note: Please keep in mind that while this page contains a great deal of information, it may not answer every question you have. You are always welcome to contact Human Resources with any questions, concerns or need for clarification. We are here to help!
WHAT IS COVERED DURING NEW EMPLOYEE ORIENTATION (NEO)?
The NEO presentation will discuss required and optional benefit elections and how to enroll in the following:
- Tuition Waiver
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement
- Life Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- Dental Insurance
- Flexible Benefits Plan
- Vision Plan
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Payroll information
If you are an employee with a disability and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to Human Resources or call 766-2437.
