Employee Success Center

Empowering employees to thrive and inspiring a culture of engagement.

About Us

The Employee Success Center is at the heart of the university's commitment to promoting a culture of growth and excellence. We recognize our employees as our most valuable resource and offer comprehensive support throughout their tenure, starting from seamless onboarding to mentorship, professional development, leadership training, and career guidance.

The center plays a crucial role in cultivating a culture of recognition and appreciation across our university. Through our extensive recognition initiatives, we honor the remarkable accomplishments of our employees, instilling a sense of pride and gratitude.

Making an Impact

Our commitment to employee experience continues to create a positive and lasting impact. Here are some highlights from this past year.

100+

Learning Opportunities

825

Employees Recognized

1,465

CARDGrams Sent

800+

New Hires Onboarded

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Learn & Grow

Access a wide range of resources designed to support your growth as an employee - including career development, personalized coaching, leadership programs, and mentoring. Engage with dynamic learning experiences like our Learning Cafés, the Employee Success Podcast, and other valuable tools that help you learn, lead, and reach your full potential.

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Recognition

Through Excellence Awards, Milestone Recognition, and CARDGrams, we shine a light on the dedication, achievements, and everyday contributions that make our campus community stronger. Because when we celebrate each other, we all thrive. Together, we build a culture where people feel valued, inspired, and proud to be part of UofL.

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Welcoming New Cardinals

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Onboarding for New Employees

Your journey begins here - and we’re ready to help you make it a great one. Find everything you need for a smooth first day with us at New Employee Orientation, including orientation resources, campus navigation tips, and helpful tools to support your transition. From understanding UofL culture to settling into your new role with confidence, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

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Onboarding Support for Departments

Creating a great first impression starts with the right tools. Our onboarding resources are designed to help departments, supervisors, and navigators provide a smooth, welcoming experience for every new hire. Access comprehensive guides for supervisors, step-by-step support for employee navigators, and practical tools that ensure new employees feel informed, connected, and ready to succeed.

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Brian Buford, Director of Employee Development & Success

The Employee Success Podcast

Hosted by Brian Buford and produced by Emily Sledge, our podcast offers insight on leadership, work-life balance, and team building, with inspiring stories to help you thrive and make an impact.

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