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The Benefits Office offers workshops to help you plan for retirement. Workshops are geared toward your specific retirement plan (PERS 1, 2 or 3, UWRP, LEOFF, or TRS). Spouses and partners are welcome to attend with you.
Do you know what benefits to expect from Social Security and when they will be available to you and your family members? Attend this seminar to gain a better understanding of how the Social Security and Medicare systems work, including:
February 4 | Wednesday | 11:00 a.m. - Noon | Health Sciences RR-134 | Register for Section A
February 4 | Wednesday | 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | Health Sciences T-625 | Register for Section B
February 5 | Thursday | 11:00 a.m. - Noon | Staff Services Building | Register for Section C
February 5 | Thursday | 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. | Staff Services Building | Register for Section D
February 5 | Thursday | 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. | Staff Services Building | Register for Section E
Who should attend: Faculty, librarians and professional staff who are participating in the UW Retirement Plan (UWRP).
This workshop provides a general overview for those who expect to retire within the next year or two.* Spouses and partners are welcome to attend. Sessions are held on Seattle campus. Dates vary.
Topics include:
*Note: Individuals who are planning to retire during the academic year, should register for the expanded workshop which is offered in the spring and fall.
Who should attend: Classified staff, participating in PERS Plan 1, 2 or 3, who are planning to retire within the year.
During this two-hour, practical retirement workshop, you will learn about arranging details of retirement, tailoring benefits to best meet retirement income needs, and continuing medical plans. Timelines, forms, and procedures are discussed, and you’ll receive all of the materials necessary to file for retirement.
Who should attend: Employees eligible to participate in the PERS 3 Plan
New PERS-eligible employees have 90 days to decide between PERS 2 or PERS 3 retirement plans. Current PERS 3 members can use the information to make investment changes and learn about updates to the plan. Information includes:
Prepare to Retire
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Are you concerned about the recent market volatility? If so, you are encouraged to view a webinar presented by Vanguard, one of our fund sponsors, entitled "Staying Calm During a Bear Market."
From your desk you will learn about bear markets, historical perspective on market volatility and the importance of asset allocation. View this "on-demand" session anytime.
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