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• Are You Retiring or Separating from the University of Illinois System?

  Oct 3, 2023 8:00 am103 views

  You may be eligible to defer unused vacation leave into the University 403(b) or State or SURS 457 retirement plans.

• Are You Retiring or Separating from the University of Illinois System?

  Oct 4, 2022 8:00 am153 views

  You may be eligible to defer unused vacation leave into the University 403(b) or State or SURS 457 retirement plans.

• Are You Retiring or Separating from the University of Illinois System?

  Oct 5, 2021 7:30 am470 views

  You may be eligible to defer unused vacation and/or compensable sick leave into the University 403(b) or State 457 retirement plans.

• Are You Retiring or Separating from the University of Illinois System?

  Oct 6, 2020 8:00 am272 views

  You may be eligible to defer unused vacation and/or compensable sick leave into the University 403(b) or State 457 retirement plans.

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  Are You Saving For Your Future? University Plans Can Help!

  Jun 20, 2016 2:00 pm2153 views

  Get enlightened: Learn more about your supplemental retirement and investment options.

• Are You Saving For Your Future? University Plans Can Help!

  Jun 21, 2018 9:00 am122 views

  Are you contributing to a supplemental retirement and investment plan? If not, now may be a good time to start!

• Are You Saving For Your Future? University Plans Can Help!

  Jun 22, 2017 4:00 pm525 views

  Two supplemental retirement plans are available to help increase your retirement savings opportunity. Enrollment is voluntary and available at any time.

• ARR-HR Projects Launched

  Nov 30, 2011 1:00 pm98 views

  This fall semester, three projects were launched to address five of the ARR-HR subcommittee recommendations. The steering team overseeing these projects...       
         

• Assistance Programs Available to You!

  Jan 27, 2020 8:45 am913 views

  Did you know that University of Illinois System employees may have access to two Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)?

   

• Attend a healthcare info session: Possible state benefit changes

  Jun 14, 2016 1:30 pm6523 views

  On-campus meetings will be held to discuss possible adjustments being proposed by the state to the employee health care benefits.

• Attend an IGPA Pension Panel Discussion

  Mar 23, 2011 11:30 am37 views

  Informative Pension Panel Discussions presented by IGPA will be hosted on each campus. Additional events focused on retirement, pensions, and state budget issues are also upcoming.       
         
         
         
         

• Attend a SURS Seminar in October

  Sep 26, 2018 10:00 am98 views

  If you participate in SURS, learn about your benefits and preparing for retirement under your SURS plan.

• August 2021 Wellness Connection

  Aug 4, 2021 1:00 pm0 views

  The August 2021 Wellness Connection Newsletter is now available! In this issue: Summer Sun Safety Month, Fig and Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese & Pecans, Self-Care: Finding the Time, Eight Dimensions of Wellness, and an Interview with the UI Stride Winners.

• August 2022 Wellness Connection

  Aug 3, 2022 1:00 pm0 views

  The August 2022 Wellness Connection Newsletter is now available! In this issue: Color Your Plate, Tostadas de Pollo (Chichek Tostadas), Healthy Boundaries are a Form of Self-Care, Wellness and Wellbeing for Pets, Interview with UI Stride Know Your System Individual & Team Winners.

• Available Travel Assistance Services

  Dec 12, 2012 11:30 am48 views

  Additional services offered through Minnesota Life.

• Avijit Ghosh named interim executive VP for U of I System

  May 19, 2021 11:00 am0 views

  Avijit Ghosh, vice president/chief financial officer and comptroller for the University of Illinois System since 2018, has been named interim executive vice president and vice president for academic affairs, effective July 15, President Tim Killeen announced today.

• Barbara J. Wilson named president of the University of Iowa

  Apr 30, 2021 6:30 pm0 views

  Barbara J. Wilson, a longtime University of Illinois faculty member and administrator who has served as second-in-command of the U of I System since 2016, was unanimously approved as president of the University of Iowa today by the Board of Regents.

• Be Alert for Unemployment Fraud

  Oct 13, 2020 12:00 pm1247 views

  Due to a recent rash of fraud, we urge all faculty and staff to watch for any unusual mail from the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) and, if necessary, take steps to protect your identity and accounts.

• Be Alert for Unemployment Fraud and Phishing

  May 20, 2022 9:00 am480 views

  The Illinois Department of Employment Security website continues to note that they are aware of phishing schemes targeting Illinoisans.

• Be Alert: IRS warns of impersonation email scam

  Apr 1, 2021 12:00 pm39 views

  The IRS is asking colleges and universities to be aware of an IRS-impersonation scam, which appears to primarily target educational institutions, including students and staff, who have .edu email addresses. We have not yet received any reports of employees receiving these scam emails nor becoming victims. Please be careful and protect your personal information.

• Be Cautious: Retirement and Pension Meetings Email

  Jan 12, 2024 11:00 am45 views

  We are aware that University of Illinois System employees may have received an email yesterday asking employees to schedule a “retirement planning session". That email was NOT sent by the university nor SURS, and is NOT from one of our approved retirement plan providers. Please exercise caution whenever you receive email from unknown sources.

• Be Cautious: Retirement and Pension Meetings Email

  May 25, 2023 9:00 am51 views

  We are aware that University of Illinois System employees may have received an email yesterday asking employees to schedule a “retirement and pension meeting.” That email was NOT sent by the university nor SURS, and is NOT from one of our approved retirement plan providers. Please exercise caution whenever you receive email from unknown sources.

• Benefit Choice: A Tip To Reduce Your Out-of-Pocket Costs

  May 14, 2015 2:30 pm812 views

  Important reminder about healthcare out-of-network providers and out-of-pocket costs.

• Benefit Choice Begins May 1

  Apr 23, 2020 10:00 am626 views

  The annual Benefit Choice Period will begin on May 1, 2020 for the State Employees Group Insurance Program. The State of Illinois Department Central Management Services (CMS) has shared some important announcements and reminders to help you prepare for making your FY2021 benefit elections.

• Benefit Choice: DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JUNE 20

  Jun 16, 2011 12:00 pm18 views

  The Benefit Choice Period has been extended to Monday, June 20.       

• Benefit Choice Employee Information/Q&A Sessions

  Apr 28, 2017 3:00 pm554 views

  University Payroll and Benefits (UPB) will offer information/Q&A sessions during Benefit Choice to review materials and discuss plan options.

• Benefit Choice Employee Information/Q&A Sessions

  May 1, 2018 9:30 am279 views

  University Payroll and Benefits (UPB) will have Q&A sessions during Benefit Choice with a UPB representative to answer your questions.

• Benefit Choice Employee Information Sessions and CMS Benefit Fairs

  May 3, 2013 9:00 am2109 views

  UPB Benefits office offers on-campus Employee Information Sessions and CMS offers Benefit Fairs throughout the state.

• Benefit Choice Employee Information Tables

  May 1, 2019 8:00 am516 views

  University Payroll and Benefits (UPB) will have information tables in Chicago and Springfield during Benefit Choice.

• Benefit Choice Enrollment Period FY 2020

  Apr 30, 2019 2:45 pm1696 views

  The FY 2020 Benefit Choice enrollment period will begin May 1 and end May 31, 2019.

• Benefit Choice FAQs

  May 6, 2013 2:45 pm8494 views

  The Benefit Choice period is May 1 through May 31, with changes effective on July 1, 2013. See the list of frequently asked questions to help guide you as you make your FY2014 health plan selection.

• Benefit Choice: Flex Spending Re-enrollment is not automatic!

  May 20, 2021 8:00 am79 views

  Re-enrollment in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is not automatic! To continue participation, you must re-enroll! For more information, see the FSA Program.

• Benefit Choice: Flex Spending Re-enrollment is not automatic!

  May 21, 2020 2:00 pm209 views

  Re-enrollment in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is not automatic! To continue participation, you must re-enroll! For more information, see the FSA Program.

  The deadline to enroll or re-enroll is June 1, 2020. Go to https://MyBenefits.illinois.gov now!

   

• Benefit Choice FY2012

  Apr 29, 2011 12:15 pm30 views

  The State Department of Central Management Services (CMS) has announced that the annual Benefit Choice Enrollment period will begin May 1. 

• BENEFIT CHOICE FY2013 UPDATE

  May 11, 2012 10:45 am106 views

  Limited plan information released. CMS encourages employees to delay making health plan changes until FY2013 contracts are finalized.

• Benefit Choice: Make Your Choices by June 1

  May 14, 2021 8:00 am189 views

  We’re half way through Benefit Choice at https://MyBenefits.illinois.gov! Remember, you have until June 1 to make your State benefit elections or changes for the upcoming plan year. Elections will be effective July 1, 2021. For help registering and logging in to MyBenefits, see the MyBenefits FAQs.

• Benefit Choice: Make Your Choices by June 1

  May 15, 2020 6:00 am879 views

  We’re half way through Benefit Choice at https://MyBenefits.illinois.gov! Remember, you have until June 1 to make your State benefit elections or changes for the upcoming plan year. Elections will be effective July 1, 2020. For help registering and logging in to MyBenefits, see the MyBenefits FAQs.

• Benefit Choice: Make Your Choices by May 31

  May 12, 2023 8:00 am54 views

  We’re halfway through Benefit Choice at https://MyBenefits.illinois.gov! Remember, you have until May 31 to make your State benefit elections or changes for the upcoming plan year. Elections will be effective July 1, 2023. For help registering and logging in to MyBenefits, see the MyBenefits FAQs.

• Benefit Choice: Make Your Choices by May 31

  May 13, 2022 8:00 am158 views

  We’re halfway through Benefit Choice at https://MyBenefits.illinois.gov! Remember, you have until May 31 to make your State benefit elections or changes for the upcoming plan year. Elections will be effective July 1, 2022. For help registering and logging in to MyBenefits, see the MyBenefits FAQs.

• Benefit Choice: Make Your Choices by May 31

  May 15, 2017 4:00 pm723 views

  Remember, you have until May 31 to make your State benefit elections for the upcoming plan year on CMS MyBenefits Marketplace.

• Benefit Choice: Make Your Choices by May 31

  May 15, 2024 8:00 am15 views

  We’re halfway through Benefit Choice at https://MyBenefits.illinois.gov! Remember, you have until May 31 to make your State benefit elections or changes for the upcoming plan year. Elections will be effective July 1, 2024. For help registering and logging in to MyBenefits, see the MyBenefits FAQs. 

• Benefit Choice Options Election FY 2019

  Apr 26, 2018 10:30 am650 views

  The FY 2019 Benefit Choice enrollment period will begin May 1 and end May 31, 2018.

• Benefit Choice Outreach Sessions - Urbana Campus

  Jun 1, 2012 10:45 am15 views

  The UPB Benefits Services office is offering three sessions to answer questions about the Benefit Choice Period.

• Benefit Choice: Save on Taxes with a Flexible Spending Account!

  Apr 3, 2019 9:00 am639 views

  If you are eligible for State benefits, enrolling in an FSA can help you save money when paying for eligible medical and dependent expenses. Enroll or re-enroll during Benefit Choice!

• Benefit Choice: Save on Taxes with a Flexible Spending Account!

  Apr 19, 2022 8:00 am163 views

  Have you considered participating in the State of Illinois Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan? If you spend $265 or more per year on recurring eligible medical or dependent care expenses, then you may save money by paying for them with an FSA. You can reduce your taxable income when you contribute to this plan.

• Benefit Choice: Save on Taxes with a Flexible Spending Account!

  Apr 19, 2023 8:00 am131 views

   Have you considered participating in the State of Illinois Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan? If you spend $265 or more per year on recurring eligible medical or dependent care expenses, then you may save money by paying for them with an FSA. 

• Benefit Choice: Save on Taxes with a Flexible Spending Account!

  Apr 20, 2020 7:00 am632 views

  Have you considered participating in the State of Illinois Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan? If you spend $240 or more per year on recurring eligible medical or dependent care expenses, then you may save money by paying for them with an FSA. You can reduce your taxable income when you contribute to this plan.

• Benefit Choice: Save on Taxes with a Flexible Spending Account!

  Apr 22, 2021 12:00 pm147 views

  Have you considered participating in the State of Illinois Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan? If you spend $265 or more per year on recurring eligible medical or dependent care expenses, then you may save money by paying for them with an FSA. You can reduce your taxable income when you contribute to this plan.

• Benefit Choice: Save on Taxes with a Flexible Spending Account!

  Apr 22, 2024 2:00 pm30 views

  Have you considered participating in the State of Illinois Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan? 

• Benefit Choice: Submit Your Documentation

  May 12, 2023 8:45 am184 views

  If you made a Benefit Choice change that requires supporting documentation, please remember to provide your documents by the deadline!