As most state employees have been eagerly awaiting budget news from the NC General Assembly for the fiscal year that began on July 1, news finally came at the end of September. A budget has been passed that currently provides state employees a 4 percent salary...
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UNC Retirement Plans Moving to Single Recordkeeper
Earlier this spring it was communicated that the UNC System was exploring the option of moving from our current two retirement plan recordkeepers, TIAA and Fidelity, to a single recordkeeper for all of the UNC defined contribution retirement plans. With the assistance...
More About TIAA
TIAA (Teachers Insurance Annuity Association) was initially created in 1918 by Andrew Carnegie and his Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching to be a fully funded system of pensions for professors. Through its rich history, TIAA has evolved into a Fortune...
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, bringing attention to the importance of early detection and timely treatment. It also highlights the psychological toll a cancer diagnosis can have on the patient and surrounding family and friends. Taking care of oneself —...
National Voter Registration Day
Today, Tuesday, Sept. 19, is National Voter Registration Day! If you are planning to vote on Election Day in the upcoming municipal elections, you must be registered to vote by Friday, Oct. 13, 2023. You have options to register to vote in North Carolina: You can...
Benefits Enrollment Begins Oct. 9
We are less than a month from your annual opportunity to review and make changes to your benefits coverage for 2024. The open enrollment period runs Oct. 9-27, and new selections and changes will be effective Jan. 1, 2024. The System Office benefits team will be...
Care for your heart
Whether it’s reducing stress, taming anxiety, or finding new ways to move — there are many factors that can contribute to supporting a healthy heart. And though there are many pieces to that puzzle, Ginger is here to support improving your mind-body connection and...
CAPTRUST free financial consultations available
CAPTRUST Financial Advisors, the independent advisory firm that works on the UNC retirement programs, will be conducting free phone consultations September 12, 13 & 14 and 19, 20 & 21. If desired, there are video/screensharing capabilities available at the...
Important Update Regarding UNC Retirement Plan Recordkeepers
This spring we communicated that the UNC System was exploring a move from two recordkeepers (TIAA and Fidelity) to a single retirement plan recordkeeper for our UNC Retirement Plans. With assistance from our plan’s investment advisory firm, CAPTRUST, we completed the...
Finding Balance Through All of Life’s Moments
Trying to manage your personal life, career, family, and friendships can be quite the juggling act. If you’re not equipped with the right resources, life can feel extremely overwhelming. Finding the right tools and strategies can make all the difference. The...