Employee Benefits at Washburn University
At Washburn University, we believe that our employees are at the heart of our success. That's why we are committed to providing competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits program and a supportive workplace culture that promotes a healthy work/life balance.
Below you'll find a list of benefits that Washburn is proud to offer. Benefits marked with an * are available to positions budgeted for 20 or more hours per week.
12+
Holidays a year10%
Retirement contributionFree tuition
For dependents & spouses of full time employeesInsurance
- Basic Life Insurance Provider is Principal - Group Term Benefits Summary
- Voluntary Life Insurance Provider is Principal - Voluntary Life Benefit Summary
Employees may set aside money tax-free to help pay for expenses not covered by medical insurance, and/or dependent care services that are necessary to enable employee to work. Learn more about Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
More on insurance
For a comprehensive overview of our benefit offerings, check out our insurance benefit guide.
Leave, time off & holidays
12 or more days of paid holidays each year as designated by the Board of Regents. Please review the WUPRPM, Regulations and Procedures, E. Benefits and Regulations PDF, page 2
The University's Parental Leave benefit enables eligible Employees, in an active pay status, to receive paid leave when welcoming a new child into their home due to a qualified event.
Please review the WUPRPM, Regulations and Procedures, Section E. Benefits and Regulations PDF, page 11 for more information.
Eligible employee is provided up to 30 days paid leave of absence in a fiscal year from a shared leave pool. Pool is created by donations of leave from employees participating in Shared Leave program. Please review the WUPRPM, Regulations and Procedures, Section E. Benefits and Regulations PDF, page 6 for more information.
Retirement
All Employees (except student employees) may contribute up to maximum allowable under IRS guidelines into the Washburn University Defined Contribution Retirement Plan on a pre-tax or post tax (Roth) basis, and/or the Washburn University 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. The provider for both plans is TIAA.
Please see our Retirement page for more information.
Educational Assistance*
The educational assistance program offers benefit eligible employees an opportunity to officially enroll in one University course per semester, at either Washburn or Washburn Institute of Technology campuses, without having to pay applicable tuition and fees. Employees may also enroll in a graduate level course except law school or doctorate level nursing courses unless the employee is a registered nurse. Educational assistance benefits for graduate level courses in excess of $5,250 per calendar year may be considered taxable.
Dependent child(ren) and/or spouse of full-time (1.0 FTE) benefits eligible employees may qualify to receive 100% reduction in tuition and fees for undergraduate courses. Dependent child(ren) and/or spouse of part-time (.50 <1.0 FTE) benefits eligible employees may qualify to receive a 50% reduction in tuition and fees for undergraduate courses. This benefit includes undergraduate university courses at either Washburn or Washburn Institute of Technology campuses, or in a CEP course (high school student) via Washburn University. Graduate level courses are not included in the dependent child(ren) and/or spouse tuition reduction benefit.
For compliance purposes, the dependent child(ren) and/or spouse must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the waiver:
- be the legal spouse or a dependent (under the age of 24) of the employee as defined by Internal Revenue Code at 26 USC 152 (a)(1) & (2);
- have a complete admissions application with Washburn University or Washburn Institute of Technology; and
- have/maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA (includes CEP and all transfer work).
To apply for educational assistance – either for a dependent child(ren), spouse and/or yourself, complete and submit the online Application for Educational Assistance for Employee, Dependent and/or Spouse form each semester.
Additional information about the Educational Assistance Program benefit is available from the WUPRPM and the respective plan documents to ensure IRS tax code compliance (located in the online benefit enrollment reference center).
Additional benefits
Lucet Health Employee Assistance Program Contact: 800.624.5544 or visit online at: eap.lucethealth.com
As an employee, a big job is asked of you, and chances are, the daily demands of life don't end when you leave work. That's why we have partnered with Lucet Health to offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to help you best manage your life. The free, confidential benefit provides you with the tools, whether online or in person, to tackle life's challenges.
Promotes a culture of wellness by facilitating a supportive environment that encourages university faculty and staff to initiate and maintain behaviors that enhance their total health. Explore the Washburn Employee Wellness Program
Campus locations:
- Law School, Room 201A (Available during office hours, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
- Morgan Hall, Room 207 (For employee access to Morgan Hall after 7 p.m. please contact WUPD at 785.670.1300)
- Petro/School of Nursing, Room 205 (Available during office hours, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
- Plass Learning Resources Center, Room 335 (Available during office hours, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
- School of Applied Studies (Mabee), Room 209 (Available during office hours, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
- Washburn Tech Campus, Building A - West (AW) 121
WUID - iCard Benefits and Services
iCard is the official photo ID card for Washburn University and Washburn Tech. All students, staff and faculty need this card whenever asked to present university identification.
Bod Bucks
- Hold Bod Bucks for campus purchases.
Campus dining
- Save 15% when eating at Union Market or Lincoln Dining.
Computer labs
- Use campus Computer labs
Food Pantry (Bods Feeding Bods)
- Access the campus food pantry (Bods Feeding Bods).
Health Services
- Access healthcare at University Health Services.
Ichabod's Grille
- Up to 10% off for employees everyday and for students on Mondays.
The Mix
- 20% off entire purchase.
Cannot be combined with any other discount offers.
The Mix is a women's clothing boutique located in Downtown Topeka across from the Cyrus Hotel. Find an outfit to get you career ready, date night, a cozy night in, or game day!
Topeka Metro
- Free to ride.
Washburn is accessible on the Red and Green routes.
Topeka Collegiate
- Discount on tuition.
Washburn Tech Cosmetology
- Customer discounts for summer.
University Libraries
- Check out materials from University Libraries.
Benefits FAQs
You can visit our Retirement Page to find information on Washburn University's Retirement Plans, including how to manage your account online.
- Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Information
- General Notice of COBRA Continuation Coverage Rights
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Notice of Special Enrollment Rights
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Self-Funded Notice of Privacy Practices
- Medicare Part D Notice to Insured Employees
- New Health Insurance Marketplace Coverage Options
- Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act (WHCRA) Notice
GET IN TOUCH WITH Human Resources
Human Resources
Morgan Hall, Room 118
1700 SW College Ave.
Topeka, KS 66621
Phone & Email
785.670.1538
hr@washburn.edu
