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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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đź‘‚ National Save Your Hearing Day: May 31, 2026

May 29, 2026 by Deidre Mings

Hearing health awareness and prevention National Save Your Hearing Day is observed annually on May 31 to raise awareness about hearing loss prevention. Our ability to hear is often taken for granted—until it is impacted. This day is an important reminder to take proactive steps to protect hearing throughout life. According to the World Health Organization, over 430 million … [Read more...] about đź‘‚ National Save Your Hearing Day: May 31, 2026

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: Asiflex, cafeteria, Cafeteria Plan, collaborative care, employee wellness, Flexible spending, health, health plan, hearing, medical, Medical Insurance, MoCafe, Vision, vision insurance, VSP, wellness

Healthy Vision Month: Protecting Your Sight and Maximizing Your Benefits

May 11, 2026 by Deidre Mings

Vision benefits, savings, and eye health awareness May is Healthy Vision Month, a national observance led by the National Eye Institute that highlights the importance of maintaining healthy vision through regular eye exams, preventive care, and early detection of eye conditions. Missouri State University supports this focus on wellness by providing vision benefits designed to … [Read more...] about Healthy Vision Month: Protecting Your Sight and Maximizing Your Benefits

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Important Update: Mercy Adult Optometry Clinics Closing in Springfield

January 26, 2026 by Deidre Mings

Mercy has announced that it will close its adult optometry clinics in the Springfield area on April 3, 2026. This closure affects the clinics at 1229 East Seminole St. (Suite 110), inside the Smith Glynn Center, and in Nixa. In addition, Mercy will discontinue its glaucoma care services in Springfield after that date. Patients currently receiving ongoing treatment—including … [Read more...] about Important Update: Mercy Adult Optometry Clinics Closing in Springfield

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: Mercy, Vision, vision insurance, VSP

Start the New Year With a Clear View

January 13, 2026 by Deidre Mings

Use VSP vision and Flex funds Start the new year by using your VSP vision benefits and remaining Flex Spending funds to support your eye health and save money. đź‘“ Make the Most of Your VSP Vision Benefits The start of a new year is an ideal time to focus on your health—and your vision benefits through VSP are an easy and valuable place to begin. Missouri State … [Read more...] about Start the New Year With a Clear View

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