Frequently Asked Human Resource Questions

Q: Does my health insurance cover me out of state or country?

• A: Yes, it does.  To find an in-network provider log in to premera.com or use the Premera mobile app. Select Find a Doctor tab to search for a doctor, dentist, specialist or pharmacy.  You can also call the 1-800 number on the back of you card and customer service can help you find a physician.  Another option would be to use doctorondemand.com/premera or 98point6.com/premera. 

Q: What do I do if I have an accident at work?

• A: You will want to contact Nikki Young, Environmental Healthy & Safety Coordinator, in the Safety Department.  She will be able to assist you with any worker's compensation claims.  Nikki can be reached at 509-527-5946 or youngnj@whitman.edu.

Q: What do I do when I get married?

• You might want to change your tax withholdings, so you will want to submit a new W4 to the Human Resource Office.
• You will want to update your life insurance including the beneficiaries.
• You have 60 days to add your spouse to your benefits if you would like.
• If you spouse does not already have a spouse Whitman ID card you can request one for use of the gyms and library.
• You can increase or decrease your Flexible Spending Plan if needed.

Q: What do I do when I get divorced?

• You might want to change your tax withholdings, so you will want to submit a new W4 to the Human Resource Office.
• You will want to update your life insurance including the beneficiaries.
• You have 60 days to remove anyone from your benefits.
• You can increase or decrease your Flexible Spending Plan if needed.

Q: What do I do when I have a baby?

• Contact human resources to request FMLA paperwork and to learn more about your leave options.
• You have 60 days to add your baby to your benefits if you would like.

Q: What do I do when I legally change my name?

Q: What should I do if a I am planning to be out on sick leave for longer than 5 days?

Q: How do I update my address or phone number?

Q: What do I do if I plan to leave Whitman for another job or retire?

Q: Who should I contact if I need physical accommodations?

Q: How do I change my Oregon tax withholdings?

Q: When will I loose my email access after I leave the College?

• Faculty members will lose access after 6 months from leaving the college.
• Staff members will lose access immediately.
• Retired staff and faculty can elect to keep their email active.