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HR Newsletter Fall 2026
Welcome to the latest edition of the HR Newsletter! HR has been busy launching new programs, enhancing employee resources, and planning for the months ahead. Inside this newsletter, you’ll find information on benefits, employee wellness, free primary care access, free parking, and more. We hope these updates help you stay informed, connected, and equipped as we head into a new season.
Thank you for all you do to support Liberty’s mission!
Message from the EVP
Don’t Miss God in the Go
The writer of Ecclesiastes reminds us, “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens” (Ecclesiastes 3:1). As I drive around campus and talk with faculty and staff, one phrase keeps coming to mind:
It’s go time
A new academic year is filled with excitement, opportunity, and a lot of work. But in the middle of all the motion, there’s a quiet temptation — to become so consumed with the go that we miss God. This university exists because God has called us into His mission. Don’t let the work He has given us distract us from the One who gave it. Pause before the meeting. Pray before the email. Encourage the colleague who needs it. Pay attention to His presence.
As we begin this semester, let’s be known not only for working hard but also for walking closely with Christ. Don’t miss God in the go. If there’s anything we can do for you in the middle of your go season, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Steve Foster
Executive Vice President of Human Resources
BCW Survey Coming Soon!
Make your voice heard! On Sept. 14, LU is rolling out our annual Best Christian Workplaces (BCW) employee engagement survey. This survey is a critical part of continuing on our path to improve our culture and become an Employer of Choice. Be on the lookout for more information.
Employee Wellness Updates
Division Dash 2026
Our new employee wellness program, Live Well Liberty, launched on July 1. We kicked things off with a friendly competition between departments through the Division Dash. The Live Well Liberty Division Dash was a month-long race to see which departments had the highest participation percentage rate by the end of the month of July.
Top 3 Staff Divisions
- Enterprise Strategy & Continuous Improvement
- Human Resources
- Finance
Top 3 Academic Schools
- Helms School of Government
- Institutional Effectiveness & Research
- Jerry Falwell Library
From our winning departments, we randomly selected our prize winners. Congratulations to the following Division Dash prize winners!
Grand Prize Winners: Shepard Wells, Lindy Wilson, Cameron Lohr, Angela Glass, Scott Cunningham, Anthony Pyanoe, Scott Strobel, Noah Wikander, Heather Higgins, and Joel Kennon.
Wellness Bundle Winners: Chelsea Van Vessen, Sheila Swofford, Seth Mertz, Ian Williams, Rachel Chambers, Victoria Jackson, Kathryn McNabb, Luke Burnette, Joseph Strutton, Tammy Gilbert, Jacob Turner, David Conn, Aaron Van Allen, Nathan Landrum, Christina Brenning, Miranda Sutherland, Christian Gang, Emma Sattler, and Sherry Schulz.
Didn’t make the top three this time? There are plenty of opportunities ahead to stay engaged, earn rewards, and support your wellness journey. Be sure to check out the August Step Challenge and upcoming Speaker Series in the Live Well Liberty (WellRight) app platform.
Live Well Liberty Wellness Fair
Something exciting is coming this September! Join us at the Live Well Liberty Wellness Fair Sept. 8–9 (11 a.m.–6 p.m.) in the LaHaye Event Space to connect with benefits vendors, hear from expert speakers, participate in fun activities, and discover resources that can support your well-being all year long. We will also be raffling off prizes, such as smart watches, headphones, and other fitness items, for all of our attendees at our individual speaker sessions, so be sure to stop by to get your name in the running!
Employee Benefits Updates
The new plan year has begun as of July 1, and we’ve had some exciting updates and additions to your benefit options!
Direct Primary Care (DPC)
Due to legislative updates, employees and their covered dependents who are enrolled in any of the three medical plans that Liberty University offers are able to access the Direct Primary Care (DPC) network and covered services at no additional cost. DPC provides access to a range of primary care services, including acute care, labs, vaccines, and physical therapy visits. Not currently enrolled in DPC? Employees on a Liberty medical plan can enroll at any time through Workday. Learn more about DPC
New Benefit – FEDLogic
FEDlogic is an independent resource to help employees navigate and maximize their federal and state benefits. This service is unlimited, confidential, and free to employees and their household members! Learn more about this new resource.
Parking Is Free – Registration Is Still Required
Although parking is now free for employees, all faculty and staff who plan to park on campus (including remote employees who only park on campus occasionally) must register their vehicle(s) and display a valid parking decal.
Parking Registration Steps
- Register your vehicle through the LUPD parking portal.
- After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email within 24 hours. This email serves as your temporary parking permit until your decal arrives.
- Print the confirmation email and place it on your dashboard whenever you’re parked on campus.
- Faculty and staff parking decals will be delivered via intercampus mail to your department through Sept. 30, 2026. After that date, decals must be picked up at the LUPD front office.
Important: If your decal hasn’t arrived by the expiration date on your temporary permit, stop by the LUPD front office to obtain a replacement decal so you can continue parking on campus without interruption.
If you have any questions about vehicle registration or parking, please contact LUPD at (434) 592-3637 or LUParking@liberty.edu.
Employee Resources
Introducing the Product Hub
The Employee Products & Services Hub is your access point for all Liberty-approved technology tools, services, and resources.
No more searching for solutions — the Employee Products & Services Hub brings together vetted, supported technology resources, organized by category and built around how you work so you can quickly find trusted options already in use across the university.
Browse categories like:
- AI tools and resources
- Course content and instructional technology
- Communication and collaboration platforms
- Event planning and engagement services
- Project and workflow management solutions
- Survey and data collection tools
- Support services and IT resources
Content is organized to help you quickly identify the right tool for the job. Whether you’re teaching, collaborating, planning, or analyzing, the Employee Products & Services Hub is your starting point for working more confidently and efficiently!
Help Shape Liberty’s Future with the Environmental Scan Tool
Have you come across an article, industry trend, emerging challenge, innovative idea, or higher education development that could impact Liberty University? The new Environmental Scan Tool makes it easy to share insights that can help inform strategic decision-making across the university. Submitted observations from faculty and staff become part of a broader effort to identify opportunities, anticipate challenges, and support Liberty’s mission and Strategic Plan. Access the tool through the Environmental Scan Tool button or the ES icon in MyLU, watch the brief instructional video, and submit your insights in just a few minutes. Your perspective can help Liberty stay informed, prepared, and mission-focused as we continue to Train Champions for Christ.
Grow Your Professional Skills
Looking for an opportunity to grow professionally, strengthen your workplace skills, or become a more effective leader? HR offers interactive learning opportunities designed to equip you with practical tools you can use in your everyday work.
Whether you’re looking to strengthen communication and collaboration, better understand yourself and others, or grow as a leader, there’s a training opportunity for you. Explore offerings like RISE Leadership, Champion Culture, and Champion Leadership Training, along with other upcoming sessions throughout the year.
Ready to grow? View the HR Training Calendar to see upcoming opportunities and register for a session.
Important Dates and Deadlines
- Aug. 20: Champion Leadership Training (Fall B cohort) begins
- Sept. 8-9: Live Well Liberty Wellness Fair
- Sept. 14: Best Christian Workplaces (BCW) Employee Engagement Survey
- Sept. 21: All Employee Convocation
- Sept. 22: Transamerica Seminar – Understanding Medicare
- Sept. 29: Transamerica Seminar – Navigating Social Security
- Nov. 9: All Employee Town Hall
- Dec. 24, 2026 – Jan. 1, 2027: University Christmas Closure
Need Additional Support from HR?
Workday Help is our go-to resource for any HR related questions and requests. With Workday Help, you can:
- Search our centralized knowledge base for quick answers to common questions
- Submit cases directly to HR and track their progress
- Communicate with HR through a clear message thread
- View all your HR cases in one place for easy reference
To learn how to submit a Workday Help case, simply search “how to create a case” in Workday.