Who is eligible for the UFSP?
The plan is available to full-time Tenured/Tenure-track and Non-Tenure track faculty and unclassified employees with faculty rank who:
From Sept. 1, 2026, through Sept. 14, 2026, eligible AFSCME employees with 500 hours or more of unused sick leave may elect to convert up to 40 hours (5 days) of unused sick leave to vacation leave.If you are eligible and wish to convert sick leave to vacation leave, you must complete and submit the Sick Leave Conversion Request Form (PDF) during the conversion period of Sept. 1 through Sept. 14, 2026. Forms must be received by Sept. 14, 2026.Return the completed form to HR Records, Division of People, Culture & Belonging by:Campus mailFax: (330) 672-3047Email: hr-records@kent.eduPlease re...
If I take the separation plan am I still eligible for unemployment insurance?
91PORNA does not determine eligibility for unemployment. You can file for unemployment but should be aware that accepting a voluntary severance from employment with the University may disqualify an Employee from receipt of unemployment benefits pursuant to the provisions of the Ohio law as it constitutes a voluntary termination of employment without cause attributable to the employer.
Will the payments (either lump sum or four payments) be taxed? Will PERS/STRS be taken from the payment?
The payment will be taxed at the supplemental rate, which is 22% for federal, 3.5% for state, Medicare of 1.45% and local tax if you currently have it taken out. Retirement will not come out of the payment.
Is there a way for me to view my completed VFSIP documents in DocuSign without locating my confirmation email?
Yes, you can log in to the DocuSign platform to view and track the status of your VFSIP documents. To do so, follow these instructions:
Can I save my progress while filling out my VFSIP documents in DocuSign and finish filling out later?
Yes, but you must click on 鈥淔inish Later鈥 under 鈥淥ther Actions鈥 within the DocuSign platform while you have the form open in order for it to save your progress. See question and answer # 16 (XVI) below if you need instructions for returning to your document.
What happens to my tuition fee waiver after I separate?
All eligible employees will continue to receive the tuition waiver benefit for four (4) years following the employee鈥檚 exit date (e.g., June 30, 2021). For specific questions related to Tuition Waiver benefits, contact the university benefits office at 330-672-3107, or benefits@kent.edu.
