holidays

  1. December 9, 2024

    Floating holiday for faculty and staff to start in 2025

    The new year will bring an added perk for U-M faculty and staff. Starting Jan. 1, 2025, employees will enjoy one day each calendar year as a paid floating holiday.

  2. December 10, 2021

    COVID-19 prevention guidance issued ahead of academic break

    The university is sharing guidance and reminders for faculty, staff and students related to COVID-19 prevention as the community prepares for the academic break and associated holiday travel and gatherings.

  3. December 6, 2021

    Holiday help available to assist with employees’ well-being

    The winter holiday season can be celebratory and fun. But it can also put our well-being to the test. U-M has a variety of no-cost resources to help faculty, staff and their families be well this holiday season. 

  4. November 20, 2020

    Record print, email editions to take a break over Thanksgiving

    The Nov. 24 University Record email will be the last one sent until Dec. 2, as the Record’s online and print editions will take a break over the Thanksgiving holiday.

  5. November 12, 2020

    U-M Library updates campus about services for coming months

    The U-M Library has announced its availability over the coming holiday periods, and reminds users that much of the collection is available online. Many services and experts also can be accessed remotely.

  6. November 4, 2020

    University adds additional paid days off around holidays

    In special recognition of extraordinary efforts to advance its missions during the COVID-19 pandemic, U-M has awarded eligible faculty and staff three additional paid days off.

  7. November 14, 2019

    Weekly email tips available for mindful holiday drinking

    People looking for tips on how to be more mindful of holiday drinking choices may sign up to receive weekly emails from MHealthy’s Alcohol Management Program Nov. 18 through Jan. 6.

  8. November 20, 2018

    Record’s email, print editions taking break for Thanksgiving

    The Nov. 21 University Record email will be the last one sent until Nov. 28, as the Record’s online and print editions will take a break over the Thanksgiving holiday. 

  9. November 5, 2015

    Programs help employees stay healthy during the holidays

    MHealthy will launch two programs this month for university faculty and staff looking for tips and guidance on staying on a healthy track during the holidays.

  10. December 10, 2014

    Matthaei, museums host exhibits during winter break

    Matthaei Botanical Gardens joins museums on campus in presenting holiday period activities for faculty, staff and the general public.