It's no secret that our economy has had an effect on all of us. From financial planning to saving money to health insurance, you might have a Marquette benefit to help you through these times. We will also be hosting a series of information sessions for you to meet some of the experts.
Take control of your life
Based on the phone calls we have been receiving, we have compiled a list of resources for you. We will continue to update the list as new questions are asked.
Don't forget we might have an upcoming education opportunity for you to learn more! Just visit http://www.marquette.edu/hr/benefitevents.shtml
(1) My spouse lost their job or is no longer eligible for benefits, what benefit options do I have?
- Insurance: We would consider this event as an eligible reason for you and your family to enroll onto our health, dental, vision, and/or flexible spending account plans. Please note that you can enroll onto our benefit plans within 30 days of the qualifying event. Speak to a member of the Benefits staff at (414) 288-7305 to help you determine your qualifying event date.
- Pre-tax 403(b): If you need to increase or decrease your TIAA-CREF 403(b) contribution, within the IRS maximums, you cando so up to 3 times per calendar year. If you are new to our 403(b) plan, click here for more information about eligiblility information.
- Employee Assistance Program: A confidential resource for you and your family to get more information, support, and resources at no cost. For more information about our Employee Assitance Programs click here.
- Ibonds: Do you want a more conservative approach to saving money? Get your Ibonds via payroll deduction by calling National Bond and Trust Company at (800) 426-9314 or visiting online www.nbtco.com.
(2) I've lost money in my 403(b) TIAA-CREF account. What resources do I have?
- Make a confidential one-on-one appointment with our TIAA-CREF representative. Click here to get started.
- Call TIAA-CREF at (800) 842-2776 for more information about reallocating your investments.
(3) I'm feeling stressed and it's affecting my personal and/or work life
- Employee Assistance Program: A confidential resource for you and your family to get more information, support, and resources at no cost. For more information about our Employee Assitance Programs click here.
- More information about our mental health benefits under our health insurance plans is availble by calling UMR at (800) 826-9781.
- File for a leave of absence: For more information about Marquette's leaves of absences, click here.
- For work-related stress, you may speak in confidence with the university's Ombuds. More information can be found at http://www.marquette.edu/ombuds/
