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Dear Colleagues, 

Beginning today, Sept. 22, Employee Benefits will launch a new weekly email series: Tuesdays with Benefits. Each Tuesday, eligible employees will receive a short, timely update to keep you informed about the benefits, programs, deadlines, and resources available through ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï.

Throughout the year, Tuesdays with Benefits will feature practical information on medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, wellness, retirement, financial security, and work-life benefits. Messages may include reminders about important deadlines, tips for using your benefits effectively, highlights of available programs and services, and links to tools or resources that can help you make informed decisions for yourself and your family.

And to that end...let's talk about OPEN ENROLLMENT!

In the weeks leading up to Open Enrollment for plan year 2027, this email series will provide a convenient way to stay current on upcoming changes, including information about the new MedFlex Narrow Network medical-plan option, 2027 medical-plan rates, plan comparisons, enrollment resources, and the Dynamic Forms enrollment process. This year’s Open Enrollment period will take place from Monday, Oct. 12, at 8 a.m. through Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, at 5 p.m.

Watch your inbox each Tuesday for Tuesdays with Benefits and use these weekly updates as a quick way to stay connected to the benefits and resources that support your health, well-being, and financial security. 

Reminder: Open Enrollment and Wellness Fairs

• ASHTABULA: Monday, Oct. 12 
• KENT: Wednesday, Oct. 14 
• TUSCARAWAS: Monday, Oct. 19 
• STARK: Tuesday, Oct. 20
• EAST LIVERPOOL: Thursday, Oct. 22
• COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE: Friday, Oct. 23
• TRUMBULL: Monday, Oct. 26 
• SALEM: Tuesday, Oct. 27
• GEAUGA: Wednesday, Oct. 28
• TWINSBURG: Thursday, Oct. 29

For complete Open Enrollment and Wellness Fair information, including times and locations, please click here.

Questions?

Please contact Employee Benefits at benefits@kent.edu with any questions or for additional information. 

Sincerely,

Sheba N. Marshall

Executive Director, Employee Benefits and Wellness

Division of People, Culture and Belonging