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Blue Cross Blue Shield Deductible Discount Information

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Lorea Seidel

This past year, benefit-eligible employees had two opportunities to earn a 20% discount on the deductible for eligible SMU medical plans (the $2,500 high deductible plan is not eligible) offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX). If you completed the onsite … Continue reading →

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Important Updates to the SMU Retirement Fund Lineup

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Mary Stall

The following email was sent to all benefits-eligible employees on Wednesday, December 14, 2011.  Please refer to your Outlook inbox to access the links embedded in the email or visit the Diversified website at smu.divinvest.com.

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Spend Your Flexible Spending Account Dollars by Dec. 31!

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Rhiannon Roark

The end of the calendar year is right around the corner. Do you still have unused funds in your Flexible Spending Account (FSA)? The funds you contribute to your FSA during 2011 are only available for reimbursement of qualified expenses … Continue reading →

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Deadline Approaching for Spring Term Tuition Benefits Requests

Posted on December 7, 2011 by

Are you a new or continuing student using tuition benefits? If so, be sure you avoid incurring any late fees by submitting your request for tuition benefits early. Deadline dates for tuition benefits requests are available on the Tuition Benefits … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Our New Employees

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Mary Stall

The following employees completed a half day workshop titled SMU & YOU. In this session, they learned about the University’s culture, values and traditions.     From left to right: Row 1 (Seated):  Jodi Engleson-Gunderson, Jieun Pyun, Mary Guthrie, Ellen … Continue reading →

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Don’t Gain, Maintain! Holiday Eating Challenge Runs November 21 – January 2, 2012

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Lorea Seidel

Did you know the average American gains anywhere from 1-5 pounds during the holidays? This challenge encourages you to maintain healthy behaviors that support weight management. So, don’t be “average” this year and avoid the holiday weight gain trend. After all, isn’t your … Continue reading →

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Revitalize Your Exercise Routine With Wellpower’s Activate Your Life Physical Challenge!

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Lourdes Bravo

Challenge Runs October 17 – November 14, 2011 In this challenge, you can walk, bike, lift weights…whatever exercise suits you best! You will earn 1 point for every 10 minutes of activity at a level considered moderate or better for … Continue reading →

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Updated FAQs for the Transition to a Single Record Keeper with Diversified for SMU’s Retirement Plan

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Mary Stall

As indicated in President Turner’s letter to Faculty and Staff on October 4, 2011, SMU has listened to employee input and has amended the fund line-up for the transition to a single record keeper for the SMU Retirement Plan. Read … Continue reading →

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Is It Sadness or Depression?

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Lorea Seidel

What’s the difference between sadness and depression? Sometimes people think of depression as a more extreme form of sadness.  However, there is an unmistakable difference between someone going through a time of sadness versus living with depression.  To be sad … Continue reading →

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Flu Vaccination Clinics Available This Month

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Lorea Seidel

Flu season is gearing up, so do your part to fight the spread of the flu virus at SMU by getting your flu vaccination this fall. The SMU Health Center will offer Flu Vaccination Clinics several times this month. Vaccinations … Continue reading →

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