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:
Click here to register for our Heartbeat newsletter
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.
November 27, 2024
Supplemental Retirement Consultations in December
Employees are invited to schedule face-to-face meetings with MSU's 403b and 457 vendors to discuss their financial goals for retirement. Sessions will take place in McArthur Hall's first floor Gardner Conference Room from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the days indicated below.
Corebridge Financial - Elton Thomas & Michael Hatcher
Thursday, Dec. 5
TIAA - Rosaline Banks
Tuesday, Dec. 10 (located in the Human Resources Training Room)
Equitable - Jeremy Gordan
Wednesday, Dec. 11
Voya - Marcus Kincaid
Friday, Dec.13
Mississippi Deferred Compensation
Wednesday, Dec. 18
Appointments are encouraged. Please visit the human resources website for vendor contact information. For additional information, please contact human resources at (662)325-3713 or benefits@hrm.msstate.edu
November 7, 2024
ActiveHealth November 2024 Monthly Wellness Webinar
Tips for a healthy, stress-free holiday
The holidays can be exciting. But they can also add stress--both good and bad. Ways to manage your stress and coping skills will be covered in this webinar.
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 19
Times: 9:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., or 3:30 p.m. CST
Check out future topics, register for webinars and register for "NEW" Group Coaching series by visiting: www.myactivehealth.com/mississippi or Click here.
October 4, 2024
FY 2024 PERS Member Statements to Be Mailed Soon!
PERS mails Annual Member Statements to active and inactive members each fall. These unaudited statements list years of service, total contributions, and other account information, as well as information about a member’s beneficiaries and, if a member is within four years of service retirement eligibility, an estimate of benefits.
FY 2024 Member Statements will be mailed no later than Tuesday, October 8.
If you are an active or inactive member, please be on the watch for your statement. If you do not receive a statement by the end of October, please contact PERS.
If you have questions about PERS or your account, please email at customerservice@pers.ms.gov or call 800-444-7377 or 601-359-3589.