News and Announcements
2024 Benefits Reminders
With the new year upon us, be sure to review this important and timely benefit news and information. STATE HEALTH PLAN Any benefit election you made during Open Enrollment for the State Health Plan takes effect on January 1, 2024. Remember to review your most recent...
2023 President’s Awards Presented
Three System Office employees were recognized last week with the 2023 President's Awards for Excellence, which honors managers and staff members for their commitment to achieving Strategic Plan goals related to affordability, accessibility, student success, economic...
Take some ‘me time’ this holiday season
Check your check!
Reviewing your next few check stubs is vital! Please make sure your January 2024 State Health Plan insurance deductions are correct. Also, be on the look-out for new benefits and possible premium changes regarding certain NCFlex and University benefits in your January...
Update your mailing address
Due to upcoming 2024 and 2025 benefits plan changes, employees will be receiving benefits information from various vendors via US mail next year. Therefore, it’s important that your current mailing address is on file. Here's how to update your mailing address in...
Share Kindness on World Kindness Day
Did you know that showing kindness to others can also help your health and mental well-being? Showing acts of kindness can increase self-esteem, improve moods, decrease blood pressure, and so many more benefits to a happier healthier you. Here are some tips from...
Now Launching: Your Potential (and our new online course catalog)
By Taliyah Daniels As part of our commitment to your development, we’re excited to offer you access to a variety of engaging and informative courses that will empower you to enhance your skills and take your career to the next level. Today, we’re proud to unveil our...
Give Your Retirement a Raise
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...
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...
Family Members Headed Back to School? Prepare Your Mind
Back-to-school season is undeniably a hectic time. From buying new school supplies to packing lunches and keeping the family organized, it is easy for our schedules to get jam-packed. To manage stress before it starts, it can help to create a rhythm that allows your...
Tobacco Users: Get a Jump Start on Your Annual Tobacco Attestation
The 2024 Open Enrollment window opens in just a couple of months; this annual period to add, change, or delete benefits will run Oct. 9-27. However, starting now, tobacco users can attend a tobacco cessation counseling session at any provider’s office that offers the...
HR Update: Remote Work, Parking, and Updating Personal Information
Dear System Office Colleagues, Please see the latest information provided below relative to remote work, parking, and keeping your information updated. Remote Work & Work Location Arrangements: Human Resources has been working with each Division SVP to confirm...