The University’s annual benefits Open Enrollment period for faculty and staff runs Monday, Nov. 2, through Friday, Nov. 13. This is the annual opportunity for eligible faculty and staff to review their benefits and make changes for the upcoming year, unless a qualifying life event occurs mid-year.

Visit the Open Enrollment website for an overview of 2027 benefits, including what’s new for the upcoming year. Review the options carefully to ensure selections meet your needs for the coming year.

Support and Resources Available

• HR Shared Services: Available 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, at 315.443.4042. Appointments are available on request.
  • While you’re at the vaccine clinic on Nov. 12, stop by to ask HR your benefit and Open Enrollment questions in person. HR will be on site from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in 304 ABC Schine Student Center.
• Open Enrollment benefits webinar: Watch a recorded overview of 2027 benefit offerings anytime.
• Excellus BCBS (medical and dental plan inquiries): Contact 800.493.0318 (TTY: 800.662.1220), Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Optum Rx (prescription inquiries): Contact 866.854.2945 (TTY: 711), available 24/7.
• TIAA (retirement planning): Schedule a consultation with a University-dedicated financial consultant at 855.842.CUSE (TTY: 800.842.2755) or sign up online.
• View all other benefit vendor contact information.

How to Enroll

Log in to MySlice Nov. 2-13 to complete your 2027 benefits enrollment. If you do not take action, your 2026 coverage continues automatically, except Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), which require annual enrollment.

Contact HR Shared Services for assistance.