Onboarding Information and Resources
Human Resources
Human Resources serves the nearly 6,000 employees that keep our university running. At hr.unl.edu/onboarding, you will find a New Hire Checklist and information to help you on your onboarding journey.
Before Your Start Date
Complete paperwork and plan ahead for life on campus. Obtain necessary credentials like your NUID, TrueYou identity, and NCard. Access Firefly Employee Self Service for your email address and update the "About Me" section. Your department can help you access Canvas (UNL's learning management system) and MyRed (UNL's student information portal).
Your First Week
Attend New Faculty Orientation. Add New Faculty Development Program and Faculty Club Night dates to your calendar. Plan your commute and work your way through the FAQs in the New Employee Field Guide.
Your First Month
Finalize important requirements like enrolling in your health benefits plan and completing required UNL training, including UNL Title IX Training and NU Information Security Fundamentals. Complete the PI Regulatory Onboarding Checklist if you will be transferring grants or contracts to UNL.
Faculty Affairs
Faculty Affairs in the Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor supports onboarding details unique to faculty. Here is helpful information to note during your onboarding process.
- Faculty Handbook – an online resource that provides convenient access to many of the bylaws, operating documents, policies, and guidelines relevant to faculty.
- Contract Dates and Working Days – important dates for faculty on academic year appointments.
- Academic Calendar – includes projected calendars and schedules for final exams and commencement.
- Leaves of Absence – details on professional development and parental leave.
- Outside Activities – information to help faculty who engage in professional activities outside the university to avoid a conflict of interest or commitment.
- Overload Policy – details about compensation for the performance of temporary responsibilities.
Information Technology Services
ITS offers a broad range of services to meet the computing, communications, and networking needs of the campus community. If you need assistance with a technology issue, email support@nebraska.edu to open a ticket or visit a Husker Tech Help Center.
- Eduroam Wi-Fi – connect to the university's wireless network.
- Global Protect VPN – connect to the university's virtual private network while off campus.
- Duo 2FA – install the university's two-factor authentication software to keep your accounts safe.