Tobacco Surcharge Coming for 2012

Starting Jan. 1, 2012, Emory University will implement a $50 per person monthly surcharge on medical contributions for faculty and staff and their covered Spouses/Same Sex Domestic Partners (SSDPs) who use tobacco products.  Read More.

• Tobacco Surcharge Frequently Asked Questions
• Tobacco-Free Emory Web site
• Tobacco Cessation Resources

Perspectives on Market Volatility from Emory’s Retirement Vendors
Emory's Retirement Vendors have released information in light of recent volatility in the Stock Market. View their statements below.
- Fidelity
- TIAA-CREF
- Vanguard

Worklife Workshop - 7 Principles of Investing in a Volatile Market
The recent financial markets have been erratic and volatile, losing as much as 5% in a single day.  In volatile markets, it’s common to feel uneasy about your investments. This is only natural. But rest assured, market volatility is completely normal and is to be expected. In fact, whether you invest in a lifecycle fund, manage your own investments, or choose to have them managed by a professional investment manager, the current market conditions may actually work to your advantage.  Participants will learn about 7 key principles of investing in a volatile market and a framework to build an action plan that is conducive to personal investment preference. August 26, 2011, 12-1 PM, in the Harland Cinema. Facilitated by Ryan Hunt, Workplace Planning & Guidance Consultant from Fidelity Investments.  Register Now.

Workshop Series for Caregivers
The Emory WorkLife Resource Center has designed a workshop series to help employees and their families manage the complicated matter of elder care. The caregiver series will include five workshops led by experts in the field of geriatric medicine, care management, and elder law. Learn more.

Sign up to be a Heart Walk Team Captain
Are you a leader? Do you want to help Emory fight cardiovascular disease and stroke?  Here is your chance to Do Your Part for a Healthy Heart! Read More.

Parking Permits Up for Renewal
For current parking permit holders, permits will be automatically renewed for the fiscal year September 1, 2011 – August 31, 2012 at a rate of $648 for FY2012.  Fees will be payroll deducted each month in the amount of $54, beginning with the September paycheck. Learn more.

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