All faculty and staff are eligible to participate in the voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plans. Faculty and Staff can make pre-tax contributions to the plan directly from their paycheck. The plan vendors include Fidelity Investments, Nationwide Retirement Solutions, and TIAA. The plan vendors have scheduled days on campus for an individual consultation. The fall advising […]
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Benefits Bulletin: Save money by participating in the wellness program!
Employees and spouses enrolled in the state of Maryland medical benefit plans can save money in 2017 by participating in the wellness program. Participation is voluntary and there are rewards for completing the wellness activities. To reap the maximum benefit, complete the activities now by following the easy steps below: 3 Steps to Qualify for […]
Benefits Bulletin: 2016 Healthcare Flexible Spending Account Deadline
If you were enrolled in a healthcare flexible spending account (FSA) in 2016, you have until March 15, 2017 to incur eligible expenses for your healthcare FSA. For a list of eligible expenses and information about filing claims, please call ConnectYourCare at 1-866-971-4646 or visit their website at www.connectyourcare.com/statemd. Although the state of Maryland introduced […]
Benefits Bulletin: Faculty & Staff Planning to Retire in 2017
If you are a member of the Maryland State Retirement & Pension System (MSRPS) and are planning to retire this year, please submit an estimate of service retirement allowance to the MSRPS at least four to six months prior to your effective date of retirement. The estimate of service retirement allowance provides the various retirement […]
Benefits Bulletin: Protect your loved ones – are your beneficiary designations up to date?
It is good practice to check your beneficiary designations periodically to make sure they reflect your intentions. It is particularly important to update these records if you have recently had a significant life change such as a divorce or birth. If you are enrolled in a retirement plan, a supplemental retirement plan, life insurance, or […]
Benefits Bulletin: Spring 2017 Supplemental Retirement Plan Vendor Schedule
All TU faculty and staff are eligible to participate in the voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plans. The plan vendors include Fidelity Investments, Nationwide Retirement Solutions, and TIAA. Employees can meet with the plan vendors on campus to obtain additional information. The spring advising schedule is available on the benefits web page. Once on the page, scroll […]
Benefits Bulletin: Premium Holiday for Health Benefit Deductions
If you are regular faculty and staff, the paycheck you’ll receive on February 8 represents a “premium holiday.” This means your February 8 paycheck will not have payroll deductions for any of your state of Maryland health benefits – medical, prescription, dental, term life, AD&D, and flexible spending accounts. If you are enrolled in the […]
Benefits Bulletin: Heart Health Webinar on February 9
FEBRUARY IS HEART HEALTH MONTH! Your heart is a muscle that acts as a pump to circulate oxygen and nutrients in your blood to the rest of your body. Like other muscles, it needs oxygen and nutrients, too. When the arteries in your heart become diseased, the heart can’t get the blood it needs to […]
Benefits Bulletin: Pre-Retirement Seminars for Members of the Pension System
The Spring 2017 Pre-Retirement Seminar Schedule is now available. These sessions are a valuable pre-retirement planning tool for all eligible members of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System and their spouses. Pre-Retirement Seminars are designed to assist members within eight (8) years of being eligible to retire. The seminars include presentations about the State […]
Benefits Bulletin: Save money by participating in the wellness program!
Employees and spouses enrolled in the state of Maryland medical benefit plans can save money in 2017 by participating in the wellness program. Participation is voluntary and there are rewards for completing the wellness activities. To reap the maximum benefit, complete the activities now by following the easy steps below: 3 Steps to Qualify […]
Benefits Bulletin: 2017 Health Insurance Premiums
As a reminder, the 2017 health insurance premiums for regular faculty and staff are effective with the January 11 pay check. For your convenience here are the 2017 Employee & Retiree Rates.
Benefits Bulletin: IRS Announces 2017 Retirement Plan Contribution Limits
The IRS recently announced there are no changes to the voluntary retirement plan contribution limits for the 2017 calendar year. See the guide below for plan types and amounts which remain in effect next year. Plan type Maximum employee contribution during CY 2017 401(k)/403(b) aggregate limit $18,000 457(b) $18,000 Catch-up contributions […]
Benefits Bulletin: Mentor Newsletter for Active Members of the Pension System
The summer edition of The Mentor newsletter is available for active members of the Employees’ and Teachers’ Pension System. This issue contains information about your annual Personal Statement of Benefits, FY 2016 pension fund returns, and more!
Benefits Bulletin: Seminar – Women’s Health Issues – October 7
In collaboration with the state of Maryland Employee Benefits Division, the Office of Human Resources will provide a series of wellness seminars throughout the year. Women’s Health Issues focuses on women’s top health issues, including breast cancer. The program will also provide information on screening, treatment alternatives, and tips for early detection. The seminar will […]
Benefits Bulletin: Reminder – Seminar Tomorrow! – Adding Nutrients the Delicious Way
It’s harvest time! Adding Nutrients the Delicious Way reviews the benefits of eating vegetables and fruits and provides affordable ways and simple tips for fitting them in your diet. The program will be on September 9 in UU 204, Loch Raven Room, from noon to 1 p.m.
Benefits Bulletin: Premium Holiday for Health Benefit Deductions
If you are regular faculty and staff, the paycheck you’ll receive on September 7 represents a “premium holiday.” This means your September 7 paycheck will not have payroll deductions for any of your state of Maryland health benefits – medical, prescription, dental, term life, AD&D, long-term care, and flexible spending accounts. If you are enrolled […]
Benefits Bulletin: Seminar – Adding Nutrients the Delicious Way – September 9
In collaboration with the state of Maryland Employee Benefits Division, the Office of Human Resources will provide a series of wellness seminars throughout the year. It’s harvest time! Adding Nutrients the Delicious Way reviews the benefits of eating vegetables and fruits and provides affordable ways and simple tips for fitting them in your diet. The […]
Benefits Bulletin: Navigating the New Benefits, Leave, and Timekeeping Web Pages
Check out the new web pages from the benefits, leave, and timekeeping unit! Subpages have been added, information has been streamlined and external links have been included to offer you a comprehensive resource for your benefits, leave, and timekeeping questions. Follow the links below: Main benefits page – http://www.towson.edu/hr/current/benefits/index.html. From this page you’ll see a […]
Benefits Bulletin: Is your Home Address up to Date?
As the annual health benefits open enrollment is just around the corner, please be sure to update your home address if you have recently moved. If you are currently enrolled in health benefits, your open enrollment packet will be mailed to your home address. Follow this path to use PeopleSoft self-service to update your address. […]
Benefits Bulletin: Online Wellness Resources
What can you find on the State’s wellness website? Lots of great wellness tips, that’s what! Learn about wellness coaching, weight loss programs, sun safety guidelines, healthy eating tips, and more. Check this out for starters: Love eggrolls, but not the fat and oil? Watch preparing healthy eggrolls for a step-by-step guide on […]
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