Announcements

On Monday, June 1st, ITS will disable the “remember me” feature that is currently available for selection when acknowledging MFA challenges when accessing campus wide systems and services.
The “remember me” feature in Office 365 introduces persistent authentication sessions that reduce the frequency of MFA challenges. While convenient, this behavior increases risk by allowing compromised session tokens or unattended devices to bypass MFA for extended periods.
While this will result in increased MFA challenges, this change strengthens the college’s information security posture and addresses the increased threat of phishing-based credential compromises.
Disabling this feature ensures a more consistent enforcement of multi-factor authentication, reduces exposure from long-lived sessions, and supports a zero-trust approach to access control.

If you are pursuing a remote or in-person internship or research experience this summer, you can register with the Summer Academic Internship Program (INP). Through INP, you'll enhance your internship/research by engaging in a personalized, reflective experience designed to support your goals and the experience will be recognized on your official academic transcript through earing 0.25 credit (non-billable/non-fee). All active, matriculated students with an internship are invited to register through the Forms section of Gateway (INP/REXP Icon). Students should submit an enrollment request prior to starting the experience and before the initial deadline of June 1. Please contact intern@dickinson.edu if you need more time to make internship arrangements. International students studying on an F-1 visa: According to F-1 visa regulations, if you plan to pursue an internship/research experience with an organization other than Dickinson College - whether remote or in-person, whether paid or unpaid - you must register with the INP and obtain CPT work authorization approval before you can start the experience.

CPT is required in every circumstance if you are located within the U.S. CPT is required if you are located outside of the U.S. but working for a U.S.-based company. CPT is not required if you are located outside of the U.S. and working for a non U.S.-based company.

Questions? Contact intern@dickinson.edu.

The College Farm is recruiting volunteers interested in assisting with the 2026 strawberry u-pick patch! In exchange for overseeing our U-Pick strawberry operation during strawberry season, the farm will offer a free weekly vegetable share for each day of volunteering. The work is fun, customer-focused, and requires no previous experience (farming or otherwise!). Volunteers are needed on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 8am until noon from May 18th until June 13th. If you are interested in learning more, please reach out.

Dickinson College Farm Works is now open all summer long! Stop by to enjoy our new weekly rotating menu, now featuring fresh grab-and-go salads, snacks, and sweet treats. While you're here, browse our selection of house-made ferments, canned goods, and College Farm produce. Prefer to shop from home? You can also order Farm Works products and College Farm produce online: https://dcorganicfarm.square.site/farm-works-online

Farm Works Summer Hours: Thursday - Saturday from 11am-2pm

The annual open enrollment process for 2026 will take place in Workday starting Monday, May 11, through Monday, May 25.

To access open enrollment information, look for an assigned Open Enrollment Journey in your notifications area of Workday. The journey will provide useful information regarding the July 1, 2026, benefit and retirement plan year information and how to view and make changes to your enrollments for a July 1, 2026, effective date.

Current insurance benefits and retirement contributions will continue into 2026-2027 if no changes are made; however, flexible spending accounts require an active re-enrollment each year during open enrollment. Employees who have not updated their life insurance beneficiary designations in Workday during the current year must also complete this as part of the open enrollment process.

Throughout the open enrollment period, you can access open enrollment via the Open Enrollment Change task in your Workday inbox (My Tasks) and via the Announcement on your Workday Home Page.

Thursday, May 21 | 10 - 11 a.m. | Webinar

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, an opportunity to take time to reflect, understand, and explore how to care for your own mental and emotional well-being. It’s important to prioritize your own health before you can support and help others.

Join Health Advocate's EAP Program Manager, Karen Beaudoin, to explore strategies to manage mental/emotional health as well as understand where and when to seek help. We will also discuss early warning signs that you may need to seek help and techniques to maintain good mental health and well-being.

Topics to be covered:
- What is mental/emotional health?
- Why mental health matters
- Challenges that impact mental health

Register by clicking on the 'More Information' link below and select the time that works best for your schedule.

Wednesday, May 27 | 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | Webinar

The trauma of the pandemic has reshaped how we experience and process grief, with prolonged grief now officially recognized in the DSM-V. In this interactive session, participants will explore the definition of prolonged grief, its cognitive, emotional, and physical effects, and best practices for coping. You’ll gain valuable insights into treatment options and resources to help support yourself and loved ones through these challenging times. Join us to better understand this complex form of grief and learn strategies to promote healing and resilience.

Register by clicking the 'More Information' link below. When completing the registration form, be sure to enter Reliance Matrix/AllOne Health as the EAP provider name.

Thursday, May 28 | noon – 12:45 p.m.

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, affecting individuals of all skin tones, and awareness is crucial for prevention and early detection. Basal and squamous cell cancers are the most common types of skin cancers. Melanoma, while less common, causes almost all skin cancer deaths. What is your biggest risk factor? Your age!

Join UPMC surgeon Ken Zettel, MD, to learn ways to limit your risk and discuss early detection, signs, symptoms, and treatments.

Register by clicking on the 'More Information' link below.

Wednesday, June 3 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | HUB Sideroom 202

Questions about retirement? Your financial consultant has answers. Making decisions about your money can feel complicated. TIAA’s experienced financial consultants are available to help you plan for your future. One-on-one personal advice and education about your retirement plan assets is available at no additional cost. During your discussion, they’ll cover questions like:

Am I saving enough?
Am I invested appropriately?
Am I on track to meet my retirement goals?

Schedule time today for an appointment with TIAA financial consultant, Nigel Stearns. To schedule a personal meeting, please click the "more information" link below or call 800-732-8353 (remember to ask for the Dickinson College schedule), weekdays, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET). All appointments must be scheduled through TIAA.