human resources
November 24, 2025
The Department of Human Resources is reminding faculty and staff that the 2026 benelect open enrollment period ends Nov. 26. During open enrollment, you can make changes for the 2026 calendar year. Visit the Annual Benefits Events website for more information. Questions? Email AskHR@case.edu or…
November 24, 2025
Effective Jan. 1, a new federal requirement will impact how certain employees make catch-up contributions to their retirement plans. Specifically, individuals who meet the criteria below will be required to make catch-up contributions on an after-tax Roth basis. Pre-tax catch-up contributions will…
November 17, 2025
The IRS recently announced its dollar limitations affecting retirement contributions for 2026. Updates include: The 402(g)-contribution limit for retirement plans is $24,500; The contribution limit for retirement plans for employees ages 50 and over is $32,500, which includes a standard…
October 31, 2025
The university will continue with Appreciative Time Off for faculty, staff and postdocs this Thanksgiving holiday and during winter break. On Wednesday, Nov. 26, administrative offices will close at 3 p.m. for the Thanksgiving holiday. University offices will be closed on Thanksgiving and the…
October 31, 2025
The 2026 Benelect open enrollment period runs from Nov. 3–26. The 2026 Benelect Open Enrollment materials, including the 2026 Benelect Guide, are now available online by visiting Annual Benefits Events and choosing the Open Enrollment tab. On the website, the Benefits and Wellness Fair tab shows…
October 30, 2025
Benelect open enrollment for 2026 takes place Nov. 3–26. The 2026 Benelect Guide, new premium rate sheets, and instructions for reviewing your current elections using the HCM online enrollment system will be available soon on the annual benefits events website. Employees can make changes to…
October 30, 2025
During Benefits Fair Week, which will take place Nov. 3–7, benefits vendors will host a series of live webinars tailored specifically for Case Western Reserve University faculty and staff. These sessions will cover various topics related to benefits available to employees, including important…
October 16, 2025
To kick-off this event, Human Resources will host its annual Benefits & Wellness Fair Nov. 3–7, with both in-person and virtual opportunities to learn about benefits options. Faculty and staff members will have the opportunity to connect in-person with representatives from medical and…
October 14, 2025
The Department of Human Resources recently introduced the new AllOne Health App—a faster way for employees at Case Western Reserve University to access the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) anytime, anywhere. While the online member portal remains available, this mobile application offers…
October 13, 2025
Effective Oct. 1, a new user-friendly system was implemented for employees, who are part of Case Western Reserve University’s Staff Hybrid Remote Work Program. This new system replaces the former, which required users to upload an Excel spreadsheet for any departmental hybrid changes. Only…