This online orientation module focuses on welcoming new staff to the university community. It equips new employees with tools to navigate our decentralized institution. 

You will learn to:

• Define which U-M policies apply in various situations

• Utilize employee support resources and optional benefits

• Identify the benefits available to new employees

• Select benefits plans appropriate to individual needs

• Determine career and professional development resources that are available to employees 

You will benefit by: 

• Gaining an understanding of U-M’s mission, leadership, vision, values, culture, organizational structure and budget

• Having access to tools, support and resources to navigate our institution as a new employee

• Employing the next steps in your U-M career and onboarding journey 

• Getting settled in on the first day so you can be productive in your job more quickly 

Audience: 

New benefit-eligible, regular staff on the Ann Arbor campus, not including Michigan Medicine, Medical School, or Flint and Dearborn staff

Program Notes:

Plan to spend approximately four hours completing this self-directed program on your first day. If you are not automatically enrolled in all 5 modules, please click on each one individually to register.

Supplemental Resources:

This introduction equips new employees with tools to navigate our vibrant and complex institution. Plan to spend approximately four hours completing this program on your first day. You can also review the U-M Onboarding content for additional steps as you acclimate to your new role. This content is in addition to any orientation materials your individual school, college or unit may provide.

OnboardingA2 Maizey is an AI bot to help answer new staff questions at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor campus. Please note, as you are likely aware, AI is still in its infancy. Please refer to the sources referenced in the OnboardingA2 Maizey answers to confirm responses. You can also confirm information with your supervisor or HR representative. If you need further clarification, email [email protected].