- June 2010
Insurance Insights
Annual Enrollment for Benefits
Annual Enrollment for benefits for the 2010-2011 plan year begins on July 1, 2010, and lasts through July 31, 2010. Two special Annual Enrollment editions of the “A Matter of Health” newsletter (one for employees, one for retirees) are being prepared and will be released on Wednesday, June 16, 2010.
Both newsletters include detailed information on benefits plan premium changes, changes to the UT SELECT Medical benefits plan design, as well as new cost reductions and plan enhancements for Group Term Life and AD&D insurance.
Watch for the arrival of the “A Matter of Health” newsletter and announcements from your own institution’s benefits office providing you with information related to Annual Enrollment, Benefits Fairs, Lunch and Learn opportunities and more.
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The University of Texas System Benefits Programs
The University of Texas System Retirement Programs
Retirement Corner
Did you know that The University of Texas System sponsors two voluntary retirement savings plans to help you save for your future?
You can enroll in either the UTSaver 403(b) or the UTSaver 457(b) at any time, but now is a great time to start saving a little bit each month or change the amount you currently save. Learn more on how to enroll today!
Wellness Wise
Eight Prostate Power Foods
It is no secret that eating healthy is important. But are there special foods that help prevent prostate cancer? Review what the latest research says about certain tasty and healthy foods. Don’t wait for signs of illness to show-up. See health tips!
Healthy Recipe of the Month
Superfast Summer Recipe
Summer Corn and White Bean Soup. The perfect summer soup is light and full of quick-cooking, fresh, and flavorful seasonal vegetables. This hearty dish features fiber-rich navy beans, spicy green chiles, meaty ham, and crunchy sweet corn, and takes less than 10 minutes to prepare. Other summer produce like zucchini, tomatoes, and fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley would make excellent additions. Learn how to prepare this easy and healthy recipe.
Contact Us
If you would like a specific topic discussed or have a question you would like answered in a future issue of this newsletter, please send your suggestions to benefits@utsystem.edu.
UT System Employee Benefits Web site: www.utsystem.edu/benefits/
UT System Retirement Programs Web site: www.utretirement.utsystem.edu
Your Local Benefits Office: http://www.utsystem.edu/benefits/contacts#1