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Your First Day Activities

Employee’s First Day
Communicate New Employee's Hire To The Department/Unit

Send out an email welcoming/introducing the new employee to the department/unit. The email should encourage colleagues to stop by and welcome the new employee once they start.

Employee Attends UHR New Employee Orientation

On the employee's first day (or within first two weeks) they should attend University Human Resources New Employee Orientation if they are in a position eligible for any of the University benefits.

Review Of Training Schedule

Review the training schedule with new employee and go over with them what they will be learning.

Set Up Their ID Card

Follow-up with the employee regarding their ID Card. If they have not yet setup their ID card walk them through the process of obtaining one here.

Workspace/Office Tour

Escort the new employee around the office/workspace to familiarize them with common areas (break space, restrooms, copy areas, etc.) and introduce them to colleagues along the way.

Discuss:

  • Emergency procedures
  • Exits and first aid stations
  • Meeting room locations
  • Restrooms and staff break areas
  • Parking and building access