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CU faculty and staff who provide feedback about CU Advantage offerings will be entered into a monthly drawing for an extra $50 in their next paycheck.
Download the Move app on your smartphone, tablet, or fitness-tracking device and earn an extra $25 a month for being active.
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FAMLI Leave
Receive up to 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave under CU's FAMLI plan.
CU’s mandatory retirement plan helps you easily meet your retirement goals. You contribute 5% and CU contributes 10%.
If you're enrolled in a CU Health Plan dental plan, our preventative care options will give you a reason to smile.
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Relocation Assistance Program
The Boulder Relocation Program offers comprehensive assistance to make your transition to Boulder smooth and stress-free, ensuring a successful start at the university.
CU Health Plan members can access one no-cost preventative mental health visit to assess your needs.
CU Health Plan members benefit from free preventative services includes cancer screenings and wellness checks.
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Airport Parking Discounts
Spend your money on your trip, not on your parking spot. The Procurement Service Center’s off-airport parking discounts include baggage assistance and shuttle service.
Whether you’re relocating to Colorado to work for CU or moving locally, this local realty office works with CU employees to find homes, rentals, movers and more.
Vacation hours are earned based on your appointment at CU.
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TripIt Pro subscription
From planning to landing, TripIt Pro helps you stay one step ahead – keeping you informed on flight changes, departure reminders and baggage claims directions, among many other features.
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Tickets at Work
Find discounts on attractions, ski resorts, family fun and more across the country.
CU's generous vacation package provides 22 vacation days starting in your first year. There's no waiting to gain additional vacation days.
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Orthodontic for Adults Choice Dental
Adults age 19 or older enrolled in CU Health Plan - Choice Dental receive coverage for orthodontics.
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Colorado State Park Pass
CU Boulder employees can check out a Colorado State Parks pass from their university library.
Vacation hours are accrued based on your length of service at the State of Colorado.
CU’s Tuition Assistance Benefit provides discounts on tuition bills for benefits-eligible CU System employees and their dependents.
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BenefitHub
Browse local and national deals on apparel, attractions, cell phones, electronics, entertainment, gifts, travel and much more.
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TIAA Personal Consultations
Meet with a TIAA financial expert with no out-of-pocket costs and plan the seeds for your ideal retirement.
With four medical plans for benefit-eligible employees, spouses and families, CU has a plan that's right for you.
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Sick Time - Faculty
Sick time is accrued based on your appointment at CU and is never capped.
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Total Compensation Calculator
See how leave, health plans and retirement contributions add to your total compensation.
Savi helps University of Colorado faculty, staff and their immediate families reduce their student loans payments and balances.
CU Boulder and System faculty and staff can enjoy RTD services throughout Colorado by using your Buff OneCard.
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Fitness Center Discounts
Whether you want a traditional gym, fitness classes, yoga, cycling, strength training, crossfit, rowing or barre, the CU Health Trust has discounts for you.
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Sick Time - Classified Staff
Sick time time builds up to a maximum allowed amount, then it is converted to vacation time.
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AI Simulations
Skillsoft Percipio’s AI Simulator provides interactive, scenario-based content powered by AI where you can practice new skills in a safe space.
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Percipio Skill Benchmark
Percipio’s Skill Benchmarks are a great way to test your subject matter mastery and target your learning to improve specific skills.
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Right Start 4 Kids
This CU Health Plan dental program reduces the likelihood of childhood cavities, improves health and can save you money when you use an in-network dentist.
Your public sector work can be rewarded with loan forgiveness. CU can help you navigate this process.
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Percipio’s Aspire Journeys provide a clear path and diverse learning resources, providing you with the tools to achieve role mastery.
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Chiropractic Sessions
CU medical plans provide coverage for up to 20 chiropractic sessions per plan year.
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Fitness Deals for Kaiser Permanente Members
Stay active and fit with a variety of reduced rates – for programs like ClassPass, equipment and more – available for Kaiser Permanente members.
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Three Voluntary Retirement Plans
CU offers three voluntary retirement savings plans to boost your retirement contributions.
If you enroll in PERA’s Defined Benefit plan, see how this retirement plan can help you grow a secure retirement income.
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CU Boulder ALTEC Classes
CU Boulder’s Anderson Language and Technology Center (ALTEC) offers remote classes in 8 different languages at a discount for CU affiliates.
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WorkWell Connect
WorkWell Connect, the wellness platform for CU Boulder faculty and staff, provides on-demand health and wellness features to make an active and healthy lifestyle easy
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Health Savings Account
Pay for qualified health expenses now or in the future with a Health Savings Account.
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Kaiser Permanente wellness apps art
Kaiser members can receive access to Calm, Headspace Care and myStrength at no cost.
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COPERA
Faculty and staff enrolled in Colorado PERA have access to a full slate of webinars to learn more about their retirement plan and how to save for the future.
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Pre-Tax Childcare
Set aside pre-tax savings for dependent and elder care with a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
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HCFSA
A health care flexible spending account offers eligible faculty and staff a way to save for essential health care costs.
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cu boulder affinity groups
CU Boulder is committed to supporting, growing and assessing affinity groups, including providing guidance, access to funds and programmatic assessment.
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CollegeInvest 529 College Savings Plan
CollegeInvest 529 Saving Plans make saving for college easy and flexible. The earlier you start saving, the less you have to borrow.
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TIAA Webinars
Watch TIAA's financial webinars at no cost, whenever you please.
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Acupuncture
CU's medical plans provide coverage for up to 20 acupuncture sessions per plan year.
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LIL Free Access
Get access to LinkedIn Learning's library of videos and courses at no cost.
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Emergency Financial Assistance
When it may feel there is nowhere to turn, C-SEAP has your back.
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Skillsoft Leadership Development
Take advantage of no-cost leadership development courses in your portal.
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Massage Therapy at CU Boulder
Enjoy the benefits of massage, right on campus.
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Boulder BCycle
BCycle is an eco-friendly, convenient, and cost-effective way to navigate around Boulder.
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LIL Wellbeing and Self-Care
Explore LinkedIn Learning courses dedicated to improving your personal and professional wellness.
Enjoy discounted purchases of frames, lenses and contact lenses with CU’s voluntary vision plan.
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Paid Parental Leave for CU Boulder
Eligible CU Boulder faculty and staff receive 6 weeks (240 hours) of paid parental leave upon the birth, adoption, foster placement or guardianship of a child.
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WINFertility
Faculty and staff enrolled in CU Health Plans can seek certain fertility treatments and personalized support for their family building journey.
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LIL Personalized Course Recommendations
By connecting your LinkedIn profile to your LinkedIn Learning account, you can receive course recommendations specific to you.
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Fiske Planetarium
CU Boulder’s world-class Fiske Planetarium offers free and discounted tickets for CU Boulder faculty, staff and their families.
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Basic Life Insurance
As a CU employee, you and your family have lifetime coverage.
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Employee free group fitness classes
Improve your flexibility and strength with free group fitness classes at the CU Boulder Rec Center.
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Ovia
CU Health Plan members have full access to Ovia Health to help guide families build a family in three stages: Fertility, Pregnancy and Family.
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ecu homeownership prep
Explore the facets of homeownership, such as navigating the purchasing process, seeking out a trusted mortgage lender and understanding mortgage relief options.
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CU Presents
BuffOne Card holders can save 25% on tickets to some of CU Presents' top performances and festivals.
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LinkedIn Learning Profile Linking
Highlight your newly acquired LinkedIn Learning skills with your network.
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ecu retirement prep
Explore retirement planning options, 401(k) plans, Social Security, the FIRE lifestyle, estate planning and much more.
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Faculty Housing Assistance Program
The Faculty Housing Assistance Program can help you avoid costly private mortgage insurance.
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Skillsoft IT Certifications
CU can help you study for the IT certification you want.
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ecu financial caregiving
Equip yourself with the tools to care for a loved one’s finances with these concise courses form Elevations.
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New York Times subscription
Access content from thousands of newspapers and over 50 historical databases through CU Boulder’s University Libraries. Enjoy free subscriptions to publications from the New York Times and the Washington Post and many others – or search the extensive catalog of news and media for any specific historical event.
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Project Management Courses
Skillsoft offers deep dives, courses and eBooks to prepare for your Project Management Certification.
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Short-Term Disability
CU's short-term disability insurance plan provides income in the event of an illness, injury or pregnancy.
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Academic LiveCare
Primary care, psychiatry, therapy and nutrition services at no cost for all CU Boulder faculty, staff and students, regardless of health plan coverage.
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Free Google Scholar access
CU Boulder faculty, staff and students can enjoy unlimited access to the Google Scholar database search tool, providing access to CU Full Text links for free and easy usage in research endeavors.
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Local Assistance Basic Needs
When it may feel there is nowhere to turn, the State of Colorado has your back.
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LinkedIn Learning access
LinkedIn Learning offers many courses on the programs you use in your daily work. Professional growth will make you a more valuable team member and better prepare you for your next step in life.
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Retirement Portfolio
TIAA plan participants have access to a service that can help with investment decisions for their retirement savings.
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Faculty staff assistance program
CU Boulder faculty and staff have the option to received personalized counseling at no cost from trained counselors through Faculty & Staff Assistance Program.
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LIL CU Courses
LinkedIn Learning offers a variety of courses specific to CU faculty and staff.
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Bright Horizons Years Ahead
Years Ahead can connect CU Boulder and CU System employees with qualified, trustworthy professionals to ensure quality care for aging loved ones.
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Bright Horizons
CU Boulder and System faculty and staff can connect with qualified, trustworthy professionals to help take care of children, pets, loved ones with special needs and more.
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SHRM Courses
Prepare for certification as a Professional in Human Resources or Senior Professional in Human Resources.
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CU Apple Purchasing Program
The University of Colorado Student Purchasing Program, in collaboration with CDW Education, offers discounted Apple laptops and electronics for students, faculty and staff.
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Samsung Education Offers Program
Find discounts on laptops, phones, tablets, TVs, appliances and other electronics.
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Business Analysis Courses
On-demand courses can help you prepare for professional certification exams and earn continuing education units (CEUs).
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CompTIA
Prepare for many types of CompTIA certifications using Skillsoft resources.
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Sprintax Tax Prep
International employees and students can use free tax preparation software to file their U.S. taxes.
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Skillsoft Digital Skills
Access Skillsoft Percipio's comprehensive digital skills training in your portal.
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CPE Courses
Over 600 certified courses are available online through Skillsoft.
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Business Analysis Courses
Skillsoft Percipio offers courses and certification exam prep at no cost to you.
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Lactation Rooms
Each CU campus offers accessible lactation rooms for new parents.
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Guaranteed Ride Home
CU provides guaranteed rides home in the case of an emergency.
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Sleepio
Sleepio teaches you how to fall asleep faster, stay asleep during the night and feel better during the day.
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Benefithub Cell Phone Discount
Cell phone costs are a significant household expense, the State of Colorado has you covered with discounts with on the three biggest nationwide carriers.
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Books 24x7
Access resources and the latest books quickly and easily through Skillsoft Percipio books.
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Omada
Take advantage of this cutting edge lifestyle-intervention program.
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Wondr
Wondr is a behavioral health program that focuses on changing how you eat, not what you eat with help from coaches and weekly videos.

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