Annual Enrollment 2026: What’s New + Key Dates |
Annual Enrollment runs July 15–31, and all benefits-eligible employees should review their coverage and make any updates in My UT Benefits for the new plan year beginning September 1. If you’ll be away from campus this summer, be sure to plan ahead. Consider setting a calendar reminder so you don’t miss your opportunity to make changes.
What’s new this year:
New voluntary benefits options, including pet insurance, a legal plan, and additional coverage for critical illness, accidents, and hospital stays. Employees may download the 2026 Annual Enrollment Calendar to plan ahead and remind them of key dates and helpful details. Stay tuned for upcoming communications between now and July 15.
|
|
|
|
| Save the Date: Wellness and Benefits Fair + UT First
|
The Wellness and Benefits Fair + UT First event gives employees a window into the full UT employee experience — connecting you with health, wellness, financial, and campus resources all in one place. It’s a simple way to explore your options and make the most of your benefits.
3 Fairs Across Campuses:
Wednesday, July 15 7:30-9:30am– UTHA/Dell Medical School, Health Discovery Building
Tuesday, July 21 10am-2pm – Main Campus, Gregory Gym
Thursday, July 23 10am-2pm – Pickle Research Campus, Commons Conference Center
|
|
|
|
Bracing Less, Grounding More: A New Approach to Everyday Resilience |
Part of EAP's Strengthening Relationships series, this webinar on May 14 at noon invites participants to rethink what strength means in everyday life. Rather than measuring resilience by how quickly we recover or how much we carry without pause, attendees will explore the difference between simply enduring and learning how to be steady during times of stress.
|
|
|
Moving beyond the basics, you’ll explore practical ways to assess investment options using portfolio analysis tools and resources. in this workshop on May 15 at noon. With clear insights into performance, risk, and diversification, you’ll gain the confidence to refine your approach and make more informed financial decisions. Presented by Voya.
|
|
|
|
|
| New Automation Improves Speed and Accuracy of Final Payouts |
A new automated process is now in place to make final leave payouts faster, more accurate, and easier to manage when employees separate from the University or experience eligibility changes.
What’s new:
|
• Automated balance validation and streamlined payout processing.
• Fewer delays and less manual intervention
• Improved compliance, accuracy, and timeliness
This update also lightens the administrative load for HR contacts across campus by reducing the need for manual processing.
|
|
|
|
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, noon-1 p.m. |
From Friction to Flow: Working with Generational Difference, Not Against It |
Take an honest look at generational differences at work—what’s real, what’s often misunderstood, and how it affects teams. You’ll leave with the BRIDGE Framework: six simple, practical strategies for working across generations. This session is part of EAP's Strengthening Relationships Series. Register through UTLearn.
|
FRIDAY, JUNE 26, noon-1:00 p.m. |
Running Away From Home: The Phenomenon of Parent/Adult Child Estrangement and Repair Possibilities |
Part of EAP's Strengthening Relationships series, this presentation explores estrangement between adult children and parents — what it is, why it happens, and how repair can begin. Attachment theory to frame the discussion through a science-driven lens and leave plenty of time for Q&A. Register through UTLearn.
|
FRIDAY, JUNE 26, noon-1:00. p.m. |
Retirement Goals for Under 40 |
Take a forward-looking approach to your financial future by exploring what retirement can look like if you're under the age of 40. The session, presented by Voya, will explore early planning, goal setting, and smart financial habits that can shape long-term success. Register.
|
|
|
|
|
CONFIDENTIAL HELP IS ALWAYS WITHIN REACH |
|
|
|
| EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM |
The HealthPoint Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselors provide confidential behavioral health expertise to assist the UT community in developing solutions to life's challenges. Administrative support for HealthPoint EAP is provided by UT Austin's Central HR team but all counseling and management consultation services and communications are accessible only within the EAP as required by law.
|
|
|
|
|
HR Insights is your source for updates and information from University of Texas at Austin’s Human Resources, containing curated stories, resources, and benefits that are available to all University employees.
For more information about Human Resource programs, your benefits, or to get in contact with a representative, please visit hr.utexas.edu.
|
|
|
|
This communication is from HR Employees – Official. Opt out of all emails from this group.
View this email online.
The University of Texas at Austin | Austin, TX 78712 US
|
|
|
|
|
