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  • Did You Know? Open Enrollment Tips & Reminders

    Disclaimer: Open Enrollment for the 2026 plan year has closed. The next Open Enrollment period will begin in Fall 2026.As you review your benefit options, here are some helpful Tips and Reminders! 

  • Life Insurance Plans: Did You Know?

    Disclaimer: Open Enrollment for the 2026 plan year has closed. The next Open Enrollment period will begin in Fall 2026.Did you know, there are two life insurance plans available to Regular and Eligible Contractual Employees through:The State of MarylandThe University System of Maryland (USM)If you're enrolled in a Term Life Insurance Plan under either program, you and your dependents have access to valuable services, including:

  • Did You Know? Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Explained

    Disclaimer: Open Enrollment for the 2026 plan year has closed. The next Open Enrollment period will begin in Fall 2026.Did You Know?Did you know that the maximum amount you can contribute to a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) through payroll deductions has increased for this year’s Open Enrollment? Let’s break it down:Healthcare FSA max has increased to $3,300Dependent Care FSA max has increased to $7,500What is an FSA?


Upcoming Events

February 2026

Mon 2
February 2 @ 08:30AM - 03:30PM

Virtual Orientation Day 1

PLEASE NOTE: This session will be facilitated online via Zoom.[...]
Tue 10
February 10 @ 10:00AM – 12:30PM

In-Person New Employee Orientation

PLEASE NOTE: In-Person NEO is required for employees who are in a bargaining unit position.[...]
Thu 12
February 12 @ 10:00AM - 11:30AM

New Supervisor Orientation

This orientation is your first step toward confidently navigating your role, building strong connections, and leading with impact at U[...]
Tue 24
February 24 @ 10:00AM – 12:30PM

In-Person New Employee Orientation

PLEASE NOTE: In-Person NEO is required for employees who are in a bargaining unit position.[...]

March 2026

Mon 2
March 2 @ 08:30AM - 03:30PM

Virtual Orientation Day 1

PLEASE NOTE: This session will be facilitated online via Zoom.[...]
Tue 10
March 10 @ 10:00AM - 12:30PM

In-Person New Employee Orientation

PLEASE NOTE: In-Person NEO is required for employees who are in a bargaining unit position.[...]
Thu 12
March 12 @ 10:00AM - 11:30AM

New Supervisor Orientation

This orientation is your first step toward confidently navigating your role, building strong connections, and leading with impact at U[...]
Tue 24
March 24 @ 10:00AM - 12:30PM

In-Person New Employee Orientation

PLEASE NOTE: In-Person NEO is required for employees who are in a bargaining unit position.[...]

April 2026

Tue 7
April 7 @ 10:00AM – 12:30PM

In-Person New Employee Orientation

PLEASE NOTE: In-Person NEO is required for employees who are in a bargaining unit position.[...]
Thu 16
April 16 @ 10:00AM - 11:30AM

New Supervisor Orientation

This orientation is your first step toward confidently navigating your role, building strong connections, and leading with impact at U[...]
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