April 3, 2025
Retirement Announcement
House Bill 1 was recently signed into law. The bill made no changes to the benefits of current members or retirees of PERS.
The bill established Tier 5, which means a new benefit structure for future employees. The new benefit provisions only apply to PERS-covered employees hired March 1, 2026, and later. HRM will provided additional information to affected employees.
The bill also contained modifications to the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). Specifically, it proposes that each participant in the ORP will contribute 9% of their total earned compensation monthly. The employer's contribution will be reallocated as follows:
- For employees hired before July 1, 2025, 14.9% of the participant's total earned compensation will be applied to the participant's retirement account.
- For employees hired on or after July 1, 2025, 9% of the participant's total earned compensation will be applied to the participant's retirement account.
April 2, 2025
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - April 2025 Update from TELUS Health
PUBLIC ORIENTATION SESSIONS 📅
These sessions provide an overview of the TELUS Health EAP program for employees and managers. Upcoming in the US:
Employees: April 9th at 1 PM EST, Register: Link Here
Managers: April 23rd at 1 PM EST, Register: Link Here
Short promotional orientation videos: 👀
- US Employees: TELUS Health EAP - Employee Orientation video - ENG
- US Managers: TELUS Health EAP - Managers Orientation video - US - ENG
Check out some featured resources for this month:🌟
- International Day of Happiness (Article)
- Dealing with the Stress of Infertility While Working (Article)
- Juggling Responsibilities – Episode 1: Prioritize (Video)
- Feeling Happier in Work and Life: With Vanessa King (Audio – 41 minutes)
HEARTBEAT NEWSLETTER💚
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MENTAL HEALTH INDEX ðŸ§
TELUS Mental Health Index : Recent data paints a concerning picture of workplace mental health: one in four workers faces high mental health risk, with anxiety and isolation persisting as critical challenges for the third consecutive year. Plus, social connection proves vital—those with limited social interaction score 20 points below their socially engaged peers. Subscribe to TH MHI
📅 Don't Forget!
Your TELUS Health EAP benefits are available to you and your household members—don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance.
March 14, 2025
ActiveHealth March 2025 Wellness Webinar
Join ActiveHealth for their monthly wellness webinar "Balance your diet and your life"
Topic: Balance your diet and your life*- You know your body needs energy. But where do you get it? In this session you'll learn that, and more. They will cover six ways to eat healthy and how to set goals that can help you change your eating habits for good.
Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Times: 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m., or 5:30 p.m. CST
*The wellness webinars are not offered in Spanish.
Check out future topics, register for webinars and register for Group Coaching series by visiting: http://www.myactivehealth.com/mississippi
January 29, 2025
Supplemental retirement vendors available for first quarter on-campus consultations
Announcing first quarter availability for face-to-face meetings with MSU's 403b and 457 vendors to discuss financial goals and supplemental savings for retirement. Sessions will take place in HR Training Room on the first floor of McArthur Hall, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the days indicated below.
Corebridge Financial - Elton Thomas & Michael Hatcher
Wednesday, Feb. 5
TIAA - Rasaline Banks
Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 10 & 11 (located in the Human Resources Training Room)
Voya - Marcus Kincaid
Friday, Feb.28
Mississippi Deferred Compensation
Wednesday, Feb. 19
Equitable - Jeremy Gordan
Wednesday, March 5
January 27, 2025
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - February 2025 Update from TELUS Health
Prioritize Your Heart Health
February is often a time for expressions of love. This month, love your heart. Learn more about how to care for your heart health so that your heart can take care of you.
AWARENESS AND RECOGNITION DATES
- Heart month
- Psychology month
- 4th: World Cancer Day
Complimentary Training (Available on TELUS Health One at the beginning of the month):
Happiness: Learning from Positive Psychology - Positive psychology focuses on enhancing well-being and helping an individual flourish. It aims to create a more balanced psychology that encompasses the wholeness of the human experience. Several research studies on happiness have been conducted based on the concept of positive psychology to understand what allows people to flourish, be more resilient and increase their perception of happiness. Scientists found that when referring to happiness, we need to look at positive feelings and overall life satisfaction which is largely attributable to intentional activities. In other words, we must empower ourselves to create our own happiness. In watching this seminar, participants will learn strategies to increase happiness through intentional activities.
PUBLIC ORIENTATION SESSIONS
Employees: February 12th at 1 PM EST, Register: link here
SHORT ORIENTATION RECORDINGS - TELUS HEALTH:
TELUS Health EAP - Employee Orientation video - ENG
Don’t forget to check out the TELUS Health One Platform
Explore the resources available on the TELUS Health One platform or mobile app, where you’ll find guidance to help you on your journey toward healthier, more fulfilling life.
Check out some featured resources for this month:
- Healthy Heart Tips (Article)
- Understanding the Connection Between Positivity and Physical Health (Article)
- Setting Goals for Happiness (Podcast)
- Be Positive (Video)
WELLBEING CALENDAR
TELUS Health’s wellbeing calendar supports your wellbeing planning by offering a look ahead to a full year of themed content. Explore the 2025 Wellbeing Calendar today:
HEARTBEAT NEWSLETTER:
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MENTAL HEALTH INDEX
TELUS Mental Health Index : Latest findings reveal financial stress significantly impacts workplace productivity, especially among younger workers (under 40), parents, and those without emergency savings. Workers reporting poor financial positions show mental health scores 24 points lower than those in good standing, highlighting the critical link between financial and mental wellbeing.
EAP SPOTLIGHT: FINANCIAL SERVICES
Did you know? Your TELUS Health EAP includes free financial consultations!
Empower your employees with confidential expert advice on budgeting, debt management, and financial planning. This valuable service is easily accessible through our online platform or by phone.