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Science on Tap focuses on health benefits of nature

…the Kansas Dept of Wildlife and Parks) will present “Nurtured by Nature: The Cognitive and Physical Effects Nature Has on Humans.” Dunsing will present the science-based benefits that being in nature can impart on the lives of humans and how it supports our health. Dunsing previously worked as a naturalist at the Great Plains Nature Center and now is the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/13/science-on-tap-focuses-on-health-benefits-of-nature/

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529 College Savings Plan

… the Quest529 plan and simply need assistance setting up your direct deposit contribution via self-service, please reach out to Payroll@wichita.edu or (316) 978-3074. What are the benefits of a 529 Plan? Simplicity of contributing via payroll through direct deposit Significant tax benefits on contributions and account earnings Kansas State income tax…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/humanresources/Total_Rewards/Benefits/Other_Benefits/529.php

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Put in your elections now – Last day of benefits open enrollment

Open enrollment for 2025 closes later today at 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31. If you have not yet submitted your enrollment by that time, you will be enrolled in a default medical plan. Members who waived medical coverage in 2024 will continue to be waived in 2025 if they do not submit an enrollment. Still need help making your 2025 election decision? Don’t…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/30/put-in-your-elections-now-last-day-of-benefits-open-enrollment/

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Put in your elections now – Final days of benefits open enrollment

Open enrollment for 2025 closes at 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31. If you have not yet submitted your enrollment by that time, you will be enrolled in a default medical plan. Members who waived medical coverage in 2024 will continue to be waived in 2025 if they do not submit an enrollment. Still need help making your 2025 election decision? Don’t worry, just…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/10/30/put-in-your-electives-now-final-days-of-benefits-open-enrollment/

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Michael Rogers guests on podcast about benefits of intergenerational activity

…of the Center for Physical Activity and Aging, appeared on “Living Longer Better Smarter,” a podcast about the work going into longevity and aging. Rogers discussed the health benefits that people playing with their grandchildren can have, something he also discussed with the Washington Post earlier this year.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/09/12/michael-rogers-guests-on-podcast-about-benefits-of-intergenerational-activity/

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Benefits-eligible staff will get Dec. 26-29 off without using accrued leave

… many perks of working at Wichita State. And on that note, I’m happy to announce that for this year’s winter break — in alignment with other Regents universities — benefits-eligible WSU employees will also be given Dec. 26-29 without having to use accrued leave time, in addition to Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. The winter break will look like this:…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/30/benefits-eligible-staff-will-get-dec-26-29-off-without-using-accrued-leave/

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2022 SEHP benefits open enrollment begins Oct. 1

Beginning Friday, Oct. 1, the 2022 State Employee Health Plan (SEHP) will open enrollment portals throughout the day. All benefit-eligible employees should have access to their benefits open enrollment portal by close of business on Oct. 1. The 2022 SEHP is an active enrollment, which requires all state-covered employees to participate or they will be…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/28/2022-sehp-benefits-open-enrollment-begins-oct-1/

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2022 benefits open enrollment begins today

Beginning today, Oct. 1, the 2022 State Employee Health Plan (SEHP) will open enrollment portals throughout the day. All benefit-eligible employees should have access to their benefits open enrollment portal by close of business on Oct. 1. There will also be an Online Open Enrollment Presentation at 3:00 pm. Tuesday, Oct. 5. via Zoom. Registration is not…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/29/2022-benefits-open-enrollment-begins-today/

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Feedback requested for Caremark and CVS Pharmacy benefits

… and CVS prescription drug coverage, including the following: Customer service Availability of covered pharmacies Denial of specific medications To share your feedback on pharmacy benefits provided by Caremark and CVS with the EAC and HCC, contact EAC@ks.gov, and include Caremark and CVS Feedback in the subject line.

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/06/feedback-requested-for-caremark-and-cvs-pharmacy-benefits/

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WSU employees with BCBS Insurance now have hearing aid benefits

Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Kansas is in-network with the Evelyn Hendren Cassat Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic. The insurance plan now covers up to $5000 per three years for hearing aids, subject to coinsurance and deductibles. Hearing evaluation is free. In addition, employees receive a 10% hearing aid discount If you are interested in a hearing…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/05/01/wsu-employees-with-bcbs-insurance-now-have-hearing-aid-benefits-2/

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WSU employees with BCBS insurance now have hearing aid benefits

Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Kansas is in-network with the Evelyn Hendren Cassat Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic. The insurance plan now covers up to $5000 per three years for hearing aids, subject to coinsurance and deductibles. Hearing evaluation is free. In addition, employees receive a 10% hearing aid discount If you are interested in a hearing…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/30/wsu-employees-with-bcbs-insurance-now-have-hearing-aid-benefits/

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Final day to enroll for benefits Open Enrollment

Open Enrollment for 2024 closes at 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31. If you have not yet submitted your enrollment by that time, you will be enrolled in a default medical plan. Members who waived medical coverage in 2023 will continue to be waived in 2024 if they do not submit an enrollment. Still need help making your 2024 election decision? Don’t worry, just…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/10/30/final-days-to-enroll-for-benefits-open-enrollment/

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AI scientist will talk societal risks, benefits, evolution of technology

Join the Ulrich Museum of Art for a talk from Joshua Saxe, “The Promise and Peril of Intelligent, Creative Machines,” starting at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 15 in the Beren Gallery at the Ulrich and via livestream. Attendees are also invited to a reception at 5:30 p.m. Saxe is a Wichita-based computer scientist and a senior staff AI scientist at Meta, where he…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/06/05/ai-scientist-will-talk-about-societal-risks-benefits-and-evolution-of-the-technology/

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Pink merch from Shocker Store benefits Victory in the Valley

The Shocker Store is selling new pink merchandise in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For each item sold, $1 will be donated to Victory in the Valley, which provides support to cancer patients, survivors and their families. The pink selection includes a short sleeve tee, long sleeve tee and two crew sweatshirts. This offer is good while supplies…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/10/19/pink-merch-from-shocker-store-benefits-victory-in-the-valley/

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Shocker Store pink merchandise benefits Victory in the Valley

The Shocker Store is selling new pink merchandise in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The pink merchandise includes a short sleeve tee for $10 and a long sleeve tee for $15. For each item sold, $1 will be donated to Victory in the Valley, which provides support to cancer patients, survivors and their families in the area. This offer is good…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/30/shocker-store-pink-merchandise-funds-victory-in-the-valley/

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Historic Tea benefits WSU scholarships

Wichita State University First Gentleman Rick Case, along with the Office of the President and the WSU Alumni Association (WSUAA), will host a Historic Tea at the president’s campus residence this October during Homecoming 2021 week Oct. 23-Oct. 30. Tea times and days available include the following: 11:30 a.m. Oct. 26 2 p.m. Oct. 26 11:30 a.m. Oct. 27 2…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/09/23/historic-tea-benefits-wsu-scholarships/

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2022 benefits Open Enrollment: Know your HSA transfer options

During October, if you are enrolled in the HSA with NueSynergy and are electing the 2022 HSA with MetLife, you will to decide whether to rollover your existing HSA balance from NueSynergy to MetLife. This rollover option information will be made available when you complete your elections online. Beginning Oct. 1, you will have the option to transfer your…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/07/2022-benefits-open-enrollment-know-your-hsa-transfer-options/

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Shocker Store pink merchandise benefits Victory in the Valley

The Shocker Store is selling new pink merchandise in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The pink merchandise includes a short sleeve tee for $10 and a long sleeve tee for $15. For each item sold, $1 will be donated to Victory in the Valley, which provides support to cancer patients, survivors and their families in the area. This offer is good…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/08/shocker-store-pink-merchandise-benefits-victory-in-the-valley/

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Log in today: Final days of benefits open enrollment

Open enrollment for 2022 closes Sunday, Oct. 31 at 11:59 p.m. Members who haven’t submitted their enrollment by that time will be enrolled in a default medical plan. Members who waived medical coverage in 2021 will continue to be waived in 2022 if they do not submit an enrollment. Still need help making your 2022 election decision? Don’t worry, just ASK…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/10/13/log-in-today-final-days-of-benefits-open-enrollment/

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Attend 2023 benefits open enrollment events

Beginning Oct. 1, the 2023 State Employee Health Plan (SEHP) open enrollment portals are open to all benefit-eligible employees. Open Enrollment will end on Oct. 31. To enroll, log in to the Member Administration Portal. Events this week: Online Open Enrollment Presentation: Begins at 3:00 pm. Oct. 5. via Zoom. Registration is not required. The Zoom link to …

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/09/29/2023-benefits-open-enrollment-events/