Throughout the year, the Benefits Staff offers informational seminars and hosts events that pertain to the needs of our employee and retiree population. New employees can attend an informative afternoon session on all aspects of their benefit options and updates as needed after initial employment. We host sessions with retirement experts, Medicare and Social Security representatives, and faculty members who have expertise in health, wellness, social and legal issues.
Current Event:
Valic Workshops – Is Your Money On Track? | Conquering Student Loan Debt
Join the Benefits Department, Jeff Young, VP, regional wholesaler, and Eden Schwallier, financial adviser with VALIC, for two educational workshops that will inform and encourage you to make a plan and stay on track with saving for your financial future.
Workshops will be offered at the Atlanta Campus (downtown) and at the Clarkston Campus. Registration is required and seating is limited for each workshop.
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Is Your Money on Track?
For All Employees
In this workshop, you will:
- Learn how to use Retirement Pathfinder, an interactive planning tool to dynamically building a financial wellness plan.
- Get Real-Time Answers: In just a few minutes your financial adviser can generate the answers you need to determine where you stand, and where you might need to make changes.
- Action Steps: Overview of cash and budget management tools and savings & investment options.
*Workbooks and light snacks will be provided.
Conquering Student Loan Debt
For All Employees
In this workshop, you will learn:
- Strategies using repayment plans that make the most sense for you.
- Who is responsible for loan repayment when the borrower dies.
- The consequences of defaulting on a student loan.
Workbooks not available. Light snacks will be provided.
To attend a workshop please click on the link to register for the workshop at the location you will attend.
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Main Campus Student Center West |
Clarkston Campus Building N (Student Center) |
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Is Your Money on Track? Coming Soon |
Is Your Money on Track? Coming Soon |
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Conquering Student Loan Debt Coming Soon |
Conquering Student Loan Debt Coming Soon |
To schedule a consultation with VALIC Financial Advisor, Eden Schwallier please visit:
Fidelity Workshops – Retirement Income Planning | Take the First Step to Investing
Join the Benefits Department and Andrea Leota, certified financial planner with Fidelity Investments, for two educational workshops that will help you understand the basics of investing and how to create a plan for saving for your financial future.
Workshop will be offered at the Atlanta Campus (downtown) and at the Clarkston Campus, as well as two dates you can join a workshop on the Web. Registration is required for all workshops and seating is limited for in-person workshops.
Fundamentals of Retirement Income Planning
For All Employees
In this workshop, you will:
- Understand the financial and personal risk you may face pre-retirement.
- Identify expenses and income.
- Create a plan.
*Workbooks and light snacks will be provided.
Take the First Step to Investing
For All Employees
In this workshop, you will :
- Understand the basics of investing.
- Recognize the importance of asset allocation and diversification.
- Identify your investment approach.
*Workbooks and light snacks will be provided.
To attend a workshop please click on the link to register for the workshop that you wish to attend.
| Main Campus Student Center West 4th Floor, Room 466/468 |
Clarkston Campus Building N (Student Center) Room 2220 |
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Fundamentals of Retirement Income Planning Coming Soon |
Fundamentals of Retirement Income Planning Coming Soon |
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Take the First Step to Investing Coming Soon |
Take the First Step to Investing Coming Soon |
Can’t make the in-person workshops? Join the workshops below on the Web.
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To schedule a consultation with Fidelity Investment Retirement Planner Andrea Leota please visit:
Social Security & Medicare Workshop
For Retirement Eligible Employees
Join the Benefits Department, and representatives from Social Security and Medicare for an informative workshop to help you create a strategy for you and or your spouse’s retirement. A question-and-answer session will take place at the end of this workshop.
If you can’t make these workshops we will offer them again next semester. You will receive another invitation when dates have been finalized.
Social Security
Knowing the Social Security basics is the beginning of being able to maximize your benefits. It is up to you to make your plan and learn the importance of having a retirement strategy for you and or your spouse’s retirement. For more information about Social Security, visit http://www.ssa.gov/ .
Medicare
Learning the Medicare lingo is the first step in understanding how Medicare works. There are lots of letters, plan names and new terms to understand. Learn what you need to know about Medicare Health plans so you can make the right decision. To check the status of your eligibility, enrollment and other Medicare benefits go to http://www.mymedicare.gov/.
Registration is required and seating is limited for each workshop. Click on the icons below to register for the workshop at the location that you will attend.
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Main Campus
25 Park Place, Conference Room 12
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Clarkston Campus
Building A (CA) Room 1402
TRS New Member Workshops
The Benefits Department will host two TRS New Member Workshops this semester for employees that want to learn the basics about TRS membership. As you begin your career in the University System, it is important to plan early for your retirement and stay abreast of new information and legislation that may affect your retirement benefits.
TRS New Member Workshop
For Employees with 0- 9 years of service
Topics discussed during this workshop include:
- Understanding a defined benefit plan
- The four W’s of TRS (Who we are, What we do, When are milestones, Why this benefit is so important)
- Payroll contributions: employee and employer’s
- The importance of being vested
- Service credit: the different types, how/when/why to purchase
- Survivor benefits
- Disability
- Withdrawing your account
- Resources to help you be successful
Tuesday, October 9
10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Clarkston Campus
Jim Cherry LRC, Room 4190
Wednesday, October 17
10a.m. – 11:30a.m.
Main Campus
Student Center West, Room 462
Unable to attend on these dates?
TRS also offers this workshop in your community. To sign up go to http://www.trsga.com/home
Click on the Account Login button above, select “Active Member”, login, and click on Appointment/Event Registration. Pick the event and time of your choice. You will receive an automatic e-mail confirmation upon your successful registration.
TRS Mid-Career Workshops
The Benefits Department will be host two TRS Mid-Career Workshops this semester for employees that want to learn the basics about TRS membership.
As you continue your career in the University System, it is important to revisit your retirement plan and stay abreast of new information and legislation that may affect your retirement benefits. This workshop will provide you with an overview about the services TRS offers, along with an update on what’s going on in the retirement arena, at TRS and in the state legislature.
TRS Mid-Career Workshop
For employees with 10-24 years of service
Topics discussed during this workshop include:
- An overview of TRS services and retirement plans
- Financial overview of TRS
- Vesting
- Withdrawing your TRS service
- The difference between being an active vs. inactive member
- Creditable service, including sick leave
- Death in service
- Calculating your benefit
Tuesday, October 9
1p.m.-2:30p.m.
Clarkston Campus
Jim Cherry LRC, Room 4190
Wednesday, October 17
1p.m. – 2:30p.m.
Main Campus
Student Center West, Room 462
Unable to attend on these dates?
TRS also offers this workshop in your community. To sign up go to http://www.trsga.com/home
Click on the Account Login button above, select “Active Member”, login, and click on Appointment/Event Registration. Pick the event and time of your choice. You will receive an automatic e-mail confirmation upon your successful registration.
TRS Pre-Retirement Workshops
The Benefits Department will host two TRS Pre-Retirement Workshops this semester for retirement eligible employees. Retirement is within reach and it’s time to get serious about it. This workshop will provide you with the information and resources you need to help you map out your retirement plan.
TRS Pre-Retirement Workshop
For retirement-eligible employees
Topics discussed during this workshop include:
- Planning your retirement date, finances, etc.
- The importance of naming beneficiaries
- Calculating your benefit-the benefit formula
- Applying for retirement-easy steps to make your retirement seamless
- Benefit estimates and counseling opportunities
- Legal considerations and financial planning
- Adjusting to retirement
- Resources to help you be successful
To view your personal TRS account, see your current contribution summary, review beneficiaries and run an estimate to calculate your monthly retirement income, please go to www.trsga.com
Tuesday, October 2
10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Clarkston Campus
Building N, (Student Center), Room 2220
Tuesday, October 16
10a.m. – 11:30a.m.
Main Campus
Student Center West, Room 468
Unable to attend on these dates?
TRS also offers this workshop in your community. To sign up go to http://www.trsga.com/home
Click on the Account Login button above, select “Active Member”, login, and click on Appointment/Event Registration. Pick the event and time of your choice. You will receive an automatic e-mail confirmation upon your successful registration.
USG Benefits in Retirement Workshop
Join the Benefits Department for an informational meeting to discuss USG Benefits In Retirement. During this workshop, the benefits team will provide information about the benefits retirees are eligible for at retirement and the steps that should be taken to make the transition to retirement go smoothly.
Are you considering retirement? See these important resources to help you as you prepare:
- Ready to Retire? Steps to Retirement from the university
- Preparing for Retirement Healthcare Benefits
- TRS Online Retirement Checklist
- ORP Retirement Checklist
USG Benefits In Retirement
For All retirement-eligible employees
Topics discussed during this workshop include:
- Carrying benefit coverage into retirement
- USG Healthcare Options
- Aon Retiree Healthcare Exchange (For Medicare-Eligible Retirees)
- Paying Benefits Premiums
- Other benefits in Retirement
- Open Enrollment for Retirees
Tuesday, October 2
1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Clarkston Campus
Building N, (Student Center), Room 2220
Tuesday, October 16
1 p.m. – 2:30p.m.
Main Campus
Student Center West, Room 468
Wednesday, October 31
1 p.m. – 2:30p.m.
Dunwoody Campus
Student Center B (NB), Room 2100/2101
Unable to attend on these dates?
Please view the GSU Pre-Retirement Presentation for information about how to begin the retirement process and other information you need to know about continuing your benefits during retirement.
Office Location
One Park Place, Suite 314
Atlanta, GA 30303
Tel: 404-413-3330
Fax: 404-413-3324
Email:benefits@gsu.edu
Office Hours
Monday-Friday,
8:30 a.m.-5:15 p.m.
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 3982
Atlanta, GA 30302-3982