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Transforming Administrative & Academic Operations Issue #5 | March 2026
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Workday HCM is transforming how we manage HR at Norfolk State University. This month, we’re focusing on Employee Self Service (ESS) — a feature designed to give every Spartan direct control over their HR information.

With ESS, employees can handle routine updates directly, making the process faster and more convenient. Instead, you’ll have secure, real-time access to your own data and services, right at your fingertips.

Employee Self Service (ESS) Video

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What You'll Be Able to Do

  • View company org charts
  • Track workflow status
  • Track certifications and learning progress
  • Complete assigned courses
  • View job details (title, department, manager, length of service)
  • Complete assigned tasks (onboarding steps, acknowledgments)
  • Get reminders for deadlines or required actions
  • See team structures and leadership chains
  • Apply for internal jobs
  • Track application status
  • Update resume/profile for internal visibility
  • Mobile application

Workday Capabilities

  • Transparency: You’ll always know the status of your requests.
  • Convenience: Access HR services from your computer or mobile device.
  • Speed: Routine updates can be completed quickly without delays.
  • Control: You manage your own data securely and directly.
  • Empowerment: Tools to support your career growth and development.

Workday Training Announcement

Get Ready, NSU: Workday Training Starts Soon. For more information, click here.

Upcoming Readiness Workshop

The next Readiness Workshop, Job Requisitions and Onboarding will take place on April 9, 2026 at 12:30pm. Contact workday@nsu.edu for more information.

Workday Resources

Our Workday digital platform includes key documentation, training guides, glossaries, a Change Navigator Network and FAQs to support the NSU community.

Access Workday Website View FAQs

Stay Connected

Have questions or want to get involved?

Email us: workday@nsu.edu
Visit: workday.nsu.edu
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