UPDATE Feb. 7: Deputy Secretary Meroë Park offers guidance on returning to the office on a full-time schedule. Continue reading How will new administration policies affect the Smithsonian?
Uncertainty and change can be extremely stressful. The Office of Human Resources reminds all employees that the Smithsonian’s Employee Assistance Program stands ready to help. Continue reading Coping with change
The Office of Human Resources clarifies that Smithsonian employees are not eligible for offers of “deferred resignation.” Continue reading Guidance on deferred resignation
Register now for the Federal Open Enrollment Virtual Benefits Fair. Continue reading Visit the 2024 Federal Open Enrollment Virtual Benefits Fair!
The Smithsonian Wellness Team, in conjunction with the SI Bike and SI Run Teams, is selling special Smithsonian-branded cycling jerseys, bib shorts and caps, as well as workout tees and running tops. Continue reading Start your own cosmic journey
Week four results are in! We continue to be inspired by our colleagues, including this week’s spotlight participants: Shelby Amspacher and Marty Arthur. Continue reading Go Gold! Week Four Results
Three weeks of the Go Gold Physical Activity Challenge are done, and everyone continues to be impressive! Here are the standings as of the morning of July 29. Continue reading Go Gold! Week Three
Congratulations to all Go Gold participants on a fantastic second week of this challenge. Your achievements are impressive and inspiring. Keep up the great work! Continue reading Go Gold! Week Two
If you’re feeling overworked and overwhelmed or just need advice on planning for retirement or kicking off a weight-loss plan, Paige K. Jones and the Office of Human Resources are here to help. Continue reading I’m stressed, depressed, and my dog hates me. Help!
Amelda Fuller is here to combat the notion that human resources is stodgy, bureaucratic and unresponsive. Continue reading This is not Toby Flenderson’s Human Resources Office*
The President's budget for fiscal year 2026, released May 30, includes deep cuts to Smithsonian federal funding. Secretary Bunch explains the federal appropriations process and reminds us of the long road between initial requests and final budget. Continue reading FY 2026 Appropriations Process
A chance encounter and a new exhibition demonstrate the power of photography to “Secure the shadow, ere the substance fade.” Continue reading From Shadow to Substance
Salute your colleagues June 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the American History Museum's Warner Brothers Theater. Continue reading Introducing this year’s Unsung Heroes
Kara Blond brings 25 years of experience to her new role, including previous stints at the Smithsonian. Continue reading Director named for SITES | Affiliations
