To Our Case Western Reserve University Faculty and Staff:
Before our campus launches full-speed into preparations for the 2023-24 academic year, I wanted to take the opportunity to share my appreciation for your continued outstanding work across the university.
First, we invite all faculty and staff to enjoy a free ice cream treat from the East Coast Custard truck on Friday, Aug. 4, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The truck will be parked on the Case Quad in front of Tomlinson Hall, near the kiosks.
Also, we’ve updated our Appreciative Time Off policy for staff, which, in certain years, may result in additional paid time off over the Fourth of July and/or Juneteenth holidays. Moving forward, when either of these holidays fall on a Tuesday or Thursday, the adjoining Monday or Friday also will be considered paid time off for eligible staff. When these holidays fall on a Monday, Wednesday or Friday, the university only will close for the holiday. For example:
- In 2024, the Fourth of July falls on a Thursday, so eligible staff will receive Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5, 2024, as paid time off. The paid time off on Friday, July 5, 2024, will not go against your accrued vacation time.
- In 2024, the Juneteenth holiday falls on a Wednesday, so the university only will close on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. No additional paid time off will be granted for the Juneteenth holiday in 2024.
The university continues to offer the following paid time off periods as part of the Appreciative Time Off policy:
- Early Thanksgiving Holiday Dismissal: Administrative offices may close at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 (the day before Thanksgiving);
- Winter Recess: Eligible staff members will have Monday, December 25, 2023, through Monday, January 1, 2024, as paid time off (please note that certain essential employees will be required to work over Winter Recess);
- CWRU Take 2: Employees in participating departments may depart their offices at 3 p.m. on Fridays during the months of June and July.
As always, be sure to check with your supervisors and review the Appreciative Time Off policy, as certain university departments/units must continue to provide coverage during holidays and paid days off. We hope these changes enable eligible staff to enjoy more time celebrating with family and friends.
Once again, thank you for your hard work and support for Case Western Reserve University. I look forward to a successful 2023-24 academic year.
Sincerely,
Eric W. Kaler
President