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Jan 13, 2026

Updated Mileage Rate

Please review the following updates to ensure accurate reimbursement and compliance with the updated Travel Manual. Updated Mileage Rate Effective January 1, 2026 

Jan 13, 2026

Key Tips for Payment Processing

To help ensure timely payments, please review the following tips for payment processing: 
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Jan 13, 2026

Purchasing with State Term Contracts

Please review the following update to ensure timely payment processing and compliance with purchasing requirements: Purchasing Compliance for Informal Solicitation (Effective January 5, 2026) For requisitions between $5,000 and $31,000,… 

Jan 13, 2026

Internal and External Billing Requests

Internal and External Billing requests should be submitted to the CBO via ServiceNow (SN) as soon as services are rendered so that invoices can be generated promptly for customers. This… 
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Jan 13, 2026

Controller’s Office Deadlines and Schedules

For easier access to up-to-date accounting and payroll schedules, the Controller’s Office now posts all deadlines online. This ensures that everyone can access the most current information without relying on… 
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Jan 13, 2026

System Access Removal for Separating Employees Guide

Properly managing system access for employees leaving the university is essential to protect sensitive data and maintain security. To support you in this process, the System Access Removal for Separating… 
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Dec 10, 2025

CBO Newsletter: December 2025

Read the CALS Business Operations monthly newsletter for important updates, deadlines, reminders, helpful resources and more. 
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Dec 9, 2025

Gift Card Template required by the Tax Office

Gift cards are treated like cash, so they need to be reported as income to the IRS. To assist with this process, the Gift Card Template should be completed for… 
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Dec 9, 2025

Updated Travel Manual

The University Travel team is pleased to announce the updated Travel Manual, designed to clarify, streamline, and simplify the travel process. It features a new format and structure along with… 

Dec 9, 2025

Information on Current Hiring and HR Actions

With the recent hiring freezes and government shutdown, we are providing the following clarification on hiring and associated HR actions and required steps. Temporary employees – UTS, post-docs:Direct entry and…