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More Than a Paycheck:

June 3, 2026 by Deidre Mings

Discover the Benefits of Being a Mo State University Employee At Missouri State University, employee benefits extend far beyond insurance coverage and retirement plans. Many benefits are available to both full-time and part-time employees, while some programs are specific to full-time staff. From discounts and staff events to wellness resources, educational opportunities, and … [Read more...] about More Than a Paycheck:

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Navigating Support When You or a Loved One Has a Serious Health Condition:

March 17, 2026 by Deidre Mings

MO State Benefits That Can Help Facing a serious illness — whether it’s your own diagnosis or that of a spouse or child — can strain your health, time, finances, and emotional resources. Fortunately, Missouri State University offers a coordinated suite of benefits designed to help you focus on what matters most: healing and caregiving. From income protection and job-protected … [Read more...] about Navigating Support When You or a Loved One Has a Serious Health Condition:

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Protect your income with short-term disability.

November 16, 2021 by Deidre Mings

The new voluntary short-term disability plan is especially beneficial to employees with low current sick/vacation leave balances. Do you know your balance? Did you know that should you become ill or injured and unable to work, that the University-provided Long-term disability (LTD) plan has a 26-week elimination period? That means, you would need to be off work for at least … [Read more...] about Protect your income with short-term disability.

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Understanding Short Term Disability

November 4, 2021 by Deidre Mings

I have sick time; do I need a short-term disability policy? Everyone’s financial needs vary, so the answer is possibly. Many people will experience a need for a medically necessary leave of absence. Short-term disability (STD) coverage is offered to bridge the gap for individuals that do not have sick time accumulated or do not have enough time accumulated to ensure their … [Read more...] about Understanding Short Term Disability

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Benefit changes that benefit you!

October 12, 2021 by Deidre Mings

Special enrollment opportunities. New Short Term Disability benefit and New Life insurance carrier. Short Term Disability: MSU is excited to offer a new voluntary benefit. We are pleased to announce Hartford has been selected to offer short term disability coverage. Short-term disability is designed to protect  income when an employee cannot work because of an off-the-job … [Read more...] about Benefit changes that benefit you!

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