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2027 Benefits

Open Enrollment for 2027 Benefits
November 2–13, 2026

Support Opportunities

Connect with CareFirst and Kaiser Permanente to get your questions answered. 

  • Contact the HR Benefits Team to ask questions and get additional assistance: [email protected]

Benefits Education & Info

2027 Benefits: Support for Every Step

Review the 2027 Benefits Guide: Get detailed information about your 2027 benefits and coverage options. 

2027 Benefits Guide

Open Enrollment and Wellness Fair

  • When: Wednesday, November 4, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
  • Where: Mary Graydon Student Center, room 128

Talk with the vendors to get answers to your benefit questions, discover resources, and pick up practical tips for a healthier life.

Fair Schedule

Get Information From the Benefit Vendors

In addition to the chance to visit with the Health and Benefits Partners at the Open Enrollment and Wellness Fair, CareFirst and Kaiser Permanente also virtual have office hours.

CareFirst Office Hours

  • When:
    • November 10 and 12
      • 1–5 p.m.
    • Sign up by noon on November 6
  • Where:
    • Register Here
    • 10-minute virtual sessions will take place on Microsoft Teams – CareFirst will send you the meeting invitation.

Kaiser Permanente Office Hours

  • When:
    • Monday, November 9
      • 3–5 p.m.
    • Fridays, November 6 and 13
      • 12–2 p.m.
  • Where:

In-Person Information Sessions

Each is designed with a specific campus audience in mind, but all employees are welcome to attend.  

 

In-Person Information Session

Date

Time

Location

Room Number

Workday Registration Link

New To Benefits

11/10/2026

noon–1 p.m.

Hughes Hall Formal Lounge

124

Register

Staff Retiring in 2027

11/11/2026

noon–1 p.m.

Hughes Hall Formal Lounge

124

Register

Faculty Retiring in 2027

11/12/2026

noon–1 p.m.

Hughes Hall Formal Lounge

124

Register