Transition Memo Template
The transition memo template is designed to help departing staff clearly document key responsibilities, processes, and ongoing projects to support a seamless transition for both the employee and their team. Where to look:
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Retirement Information
As you embark on this exciting new chapter, we want to extend our heartfelt congratulations on your retirement. Your dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment have truly made a lasting impact on your colleagues and Taubman College. We are grateful for the years of service you have given and the legacy you leave behind. While this
Offboarding Checklist
The interactive offboarding checklist guides departing employees and supervisors step-by-step through a smooth transition process. It ensures all critical tasks such as returning university equipment, updating shared documents and spreadsheets, finalizing benefits, and securing sensitive information, and more are completed efficiently. By tracking progress in real time, the checklist maintains compliance, protects university assets, and
How to Apologize
The first step toward accountability is admitting and taking responsibility for our actions. That process begins with apologizing to the individual(s) we have harmed and working with them to right the wrong (regardless if it was intentional or unintentional.) The ReAACT Method The ReAACT method provides a framework to apologize when we are made aware
Disciplinary Path
Staff Guide: Understanding the Disciplinary Path Taubman College, in accordance with university policy, SPG 201.12, takes a supportive and progressive approach to addressing performance or behavioral concerns. Our goal is to help employees succeed by identifying issues early and providing opportunities for improvement. The following steps outline what you can expect in this process: Initial
Community Expectations Philosophy
Taubman College’s community expectations provide a shared language and framework for integrity, growth, respect, communication, and collaboration. They establish a mutually agreed upon way in which we act, communicate, and conduct ourselves with our colleagues. We commit to these principles to foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture, recognizing varied backgrounds and work approaches. Core
University Staff United (USU)
The University Staff United (USU) bargaining unit was recognized by the University of Michigan in February 2025. This unit represents employees in student and instructional services roles across the university. Employees in student and instructional services positions play an essential role in advancing the university’s educational mission and supporting student success. These roles contribute directly
Remote Summer Parameters
Taubman College offers remote summer work from mid-May to mid-August for most staff whose roles allow it. Please read the following expectations carefully to ensure a smooth experience.
Flexible Work Schedule
Exempt employees may occasionally have a flexible work schedule with their supervisor’s permission. This may apply when employees have an increased workload requirement for an extended period or during peak timeframes. For example, if there is a student event on the weekend and they will work Friday evening through Sunday, they may be able to
Celebration Guidance
Statistics show that the more that employees are recognized, the more engaged and fulfilled they feel at work. At Taubman College, it is important to us that our employees feel valued, appreciated, and recognized. In doing so, we want to celebrate not only their work accomplishments but also their special life events. This includes the