Montclair State University’s Benefits team schedules employee workshops throughout the year on various topics. For more information about upcoming workshops, select one of the links below.
The Retirement workshop is designed to provide an overview of your steps to Retirement. This workshop is designed for employees who are within their 1-year of retirement.
ABP Retirement Zoom Workshop Dates:
- May 16, 2024 from 11am – 12pm
- June 13, 2024 from 11am – 12pm
To register, please contact the benefits team at hr-benefits@montclair.edu to register.
The Retirement workshop is designed to provide an overview of your steps to Retirement. This workshop is designed for employees who are within their 1-year of retirement.
PERS Retirement Zoom Workshop Dates:
- May 16, 2024 from 12:30pm – 1:30pm
- June 13, 2024 from 12:30pm – 1:30pm
To register, please contact the benefits team at hr-benefits@montclair.edu to register.
In this workshop, employees who are preparing a family, considering adoption, or who are planning to become a parent are provided with essential leave-related information.
To register, please contact the benefits team at hr-benefits@montclair.edu to register.
Financial and retirement counseling sessions will be offered by representatives from TIAA, VOYA, Empower, AXA, Metlife, and Valic on campus. These sessions will focus on your specific needs as you prepare for retirement. Registration is required.
TIAA – Nancy Vandergoot & Joe Del Grande
Register here for your one-on-one session
Montclair Campus Dates:
- Wednesday, September 11, 2024
- Where: School of Business 524
- Tuesday, October 8, 2024
- Where: School of Business 412
- Tuesday, December 3, 2024
- Where: School of Business 412
Bloomfield Campus Dates:
- Wednesday, October 2, 2024
- Where: Library Lower Level – Room LL07
- Tuesday, November 5, 2024
- Where: Library Lower Level – Room LL07
- Wednesday, December 18, 2024
- Where: Library Lower Level – Room LL07
VOYA – Frank Booth
Register here for your one-on-one session
- Tuesday, September 24, 2024
- Where: School of Business 412
- Wednesday, October 9, 2024
- Where: School of Business 327
- Tuesday, November 19, 2024
- Where: School of Business 412
Paycheck and Retirement Workshops:
When: Every Tuesday 12pm – 1pm
Register here to attend the workshop
Empower (formerly Prudential Retirement) – Jordan Swartz
Call/email to schedule an in person one-on-one session:
732-236-6782
jordan.swartz@empower.com
- Wednesday, August 14, 2024
- Where: School of Business 412
- Tuesday, September 17, 2024
- Where: School of Business 412
- Thursday, October 3, 2024
- Where: School of Business 412
Register here for a virtual session with Jordan Swartz
AXA Equitable – David Lynch
Call/email to schedule an appointment:
732-585-2451
david.lynch@axa-advisors.com
Empower (formerly Mass Mutual) – Ira Goldberg
Call/email to schedule an appointment:
848-248-4353
igoldberg@gittermanwealth.com
MetLife – David Sharpe
Register here for your one-on-one session
- Wednesday, September 18, 2024
- Where: School of Business 412
- Wednesday, October 23, 2024
- Where: School of Business 327
- Thursday, November 14, 2024
- Where: School of Business 327
- Wednesday, December 11, 2024
- Where: School of Business 412
VALIC – Nazma Begum
Register here for your one-on-one session
Registration Code: 7269UPP11AA
- Thursday, September 12, 2024
- Where: School of Business 524
- Wednesday, November 20, 2024
- Where: School of Business 327
Your Retirement Plan at Work Workshops:
When: Every Friday 12pm – 1pm
Register here to attend the workshop
Social Security Benefits workshops are designed to complement the Retirement Planning workshops offered by Human Resources. The Social Security 101 session will be presented by a Social Security Specialist from the U.S. Social Security Administration.
This workshop complements the New Employee Welcome by providing detailed benefits information tailored to your eligibility. New employees should plan to attend within the first week of hire to learn detailed information on their benefit options, medical, dental, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, pension and life insurance benefits and would like assistance before completing their online enrollment.
Let’s get you scheduled, please contact the benefits team at benefits@montclair.edu
Wellness Webinars
Skin Care: Keep It Healthy and Radiant In Any Season, September 5th 1pm – 2pm
Jenna Mathews leads this session, diving into top skin care techniques and practices to keep skin healthy.
Breaking the Diet Cycle, September 11th 12pm – 1pm
Health Educator Rachel Lendner discusses why diets are hard to follow and provides insights on breaking the cycle.
Managing Your Money in Tough Times, September 17th 12pm – 1pm
Financial planner and army veteran Garrett Sorensen will teach you to thrive despite tough financial times.
Virtual Reiki Session, September 24th 1pm – 2pm
Learn to open energy blockages in this session led by Micheline DeBono, Yoga Instructor and Reiki Master.
Create Your Own Happiness and Live Your Best Life, September 26th 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Your happiness does not depend on others; you can create it for yourself. Join us for this session led by Keny Moon to learn how to create your own happiness.
To watch a recorded webinar, please visit HorizonBlue.com/njwellwebinars.
- Back or Joint Pain Management
- Behavioral Health – Taking Care of Your Emotional Health
- Diabetes/Hypertension Whole Person Program
- Direct Primary Care Doctor Offices
- HorizonbFit
- Horizon CareOnline℠ (Telemedicine)
- Horizon Maternity Programs
- Horizon Supportive Care Program
- NJ Well
- Weight Management
- Wellness Discounts
- Step Challenge
- How to Eat Mindfully and Enjoy Healthy Food
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Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: HR Benefits Satellite Office – 18 Normal Ave
Please have your current policy declaration pages and driver’s license numbers for all the residents in your household. All employees are eligible to apply.
Overview for Employees in the DCRP
When: Monday, August 5,2024
Register here to attend the webinar
Deferred Compensation (NJSEDCP) Plan Overview for State of NJ Employees
When: Monday, August 5,2024
Register here to attend the webinar
Retirement Planning for PERS and TPAF Members – State Employees Only
When: Thursday, August 8,2024
Register here to attend the webinar
Live Q&A for PERS and TPAF Members – State Employees Only
When: Friday, August 9,2024
Register here to attend the webinar
Understanding Your Pension Benefits for PERS & TPAF Members – State Employees Only
When: Monday, August 12,2024
Register here to attend the webinar
Social Security Benefits for Members of all NJ State Administered Retirement Systems
When: Monday, August 12,2024
Register here to attend the webinar