September Benefits Updates

Happy Fall!  This article provides important benefits reminders about deadlines and upcoming opportunities. 

Health and Wellness

Reminder: FSA run-out period ending September 30

Premera additional programs

Retirement

TIAA/Fidelity on campus

Information & Contact Center

Review our benefits resource list with quick links.

• Need benefits help? Reach out to TouchCare
  
  1-866-486-8242 | assist@touchcare.com | Login: TouchCare Portal (not SSO)

• Experiencing a life event? Review our life event webpage and complete the life event form within 30 days of the event. Late forms are not accepted.
• Planning your retirement?  Schedule an appointment as soon as you start planning your retirement. There may be important benefit considerations and deadlines that need to be discussed prior to your retirement.
• Get in touch with the benefits team:  (907) 450-8242 | ua-benefits@alaska.edu| Schedule one-on-one time with a benefits specialist 

 

Published UA News 9/18/2026