2023 Open Enrollment Events
The 2023 Open Enrollment period that took place from October 10 - 28, 2022 has closed.
Mark Your Calendar and Join Us!
This year’s Open Enrollment period will offer both in-person and virtual opportunities for support. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].
We invite you to join us for the return of our traditional in-person Open Enrollment fairs where you have the opportunity to speak directly with GW benefit plan providers and receive assistance with the enrollment process. We will also be offering webinars led by our benefits’ vendor partners to provide details about the 2023 benefit programs as well as tools and resources available. Benefit vendor partners will also be available for 1:1 appointments to help address questions that may arise as you review information and make your choices for the upcoming year. These events are designed to help you learn about changes to current benefit programs, provide personalized support and maximum flexibility to meet you and your family’s needs. Register below!
Learn More and Prepare for Open Enrollment:
Join GW Benefits for a virtual Coffee & Chat as we provide an overview of your 2023 benefit offerings and Open Enrollment deadlines. We will also highlight some of the new features of the GW Benefits Enrollment System and recap well-being programs that are available to you and your family.
Grab a coffee on us! 10 registrants for each session will be entered into a coffee gift card raffle.
- Wednesday, September 28, 2022 | 10 - 11 a.m. ET
- Thursday, October 6, 2022 | 12 - 1 p.m. ET
The recording and presentation slides of the virtual Coffee & Chat are now available.
How to Pick a Medical Plan Webinar Hosted by UnitedHealthcare
This virtual seminar provides an overview of the university’s medical plans, including comparisons of the GW PPO and GW HSP, and will close with a Q&A session. Learn more about your options to help you choose the best plan for you and your family this Open Enrollment season.
- Tuesday, October 4, 2022 | 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. ET
View the recorded session here.
Engage with the GW Benefits Team and GW Benefits' vendor partners during Open Enrollment:
- Attend an in-person Open Enrollment Fair
- Register below for a webinar hosted by our vendor partners
- Schedule a 10-minute, 1:1 virtual appointment below with a benefits vendor partner to discuss details about a specific benefit
*The additional raffles below will be held at our fairs for those who attend:
Active & Fit Direct - Yoga Kit
SimpleTherapy - Apple Watch
Headspace - AirPods
Castlight - Fitbit
In-Person Open Enrollment Fairs
Save the date for the return of out in-person Open Enrollment Fairs! Click the links below for fair details.
- Foggy Bottom Campus Fairs
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Thursday, October 13, 2022
Foggy Bottom, University Student Center Grand Ballroom
Time: 10am - 3pm ET
Monday, October 24, 2022
Foggy Bottom, University Student Center Grand Ballroom
Time: 10am - 3pm ET
*Fair attendees will be entered in a drawing for an Apple Watch. Value of winnings is taxable and will be included in employee’s payroll.
- Virginia Science and Technology Campus Fairs
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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
VSTC, Enterprise Hall Room 102 & 102A
Time: 10am - 1pm ET
*Fair attendees will be entered in a drawing for an Apple Watch. Value of winnings is taxable and will be included in employee’s payroll.
- Tuesday, October 11, 2022
VSTC, Enterprise Hall Room 102 & 102A
Time: 10am - 1pm ET
*Fair attendees will be entered in a drawing for an Apple Watch.
Value of winnings is taxable and will be included in employee’s payroll.
Benefits' Vendor Partner Webinars
Select the vendor link below to learn about the sessions and register.
*Let us to treat you to lunch during this Open Enrollment period - that’s right, get a $15 gift card to Door Dash on us! Employees that register for any of these lunch and learn webinars below are automatically entered to receive a gift card.
- Aetna - Dental Benefit
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Three Dental Plan options are available to choose through Aenta.
The GW dental plans are “stand-alone” plans, so you can enroll in dental coverage whether or not you have medical coverage through GW.
Tuesday, October 18 at 10a.m. ETView the recorded session here.
*Webinar Attendees are eligable to win a $15 Door Dash Gift Card.
- Aetna - EAP Benefit
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Join Patti Graeser for an introduction to the EAP program and the various resources available to you as a GW employee.
Tuesday, October 18 at 2 p.m. ET
View the recorded session here.
*Webinar Attendees are eligable to win a $15 Door Dash Gift Card.
- Castlight
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Castlight is a free service for GW employees, spouses and adult dependents covered under the university PPO or HSP medical plan through UnitedHealthcare.
The app allows you to easily compare prices and read patient reviews for doctors and medical services or prescriptions.
Register for a webinar:
Friday, October 21 at 10 a.m. ET
View the recorded session here.
*Webinar Attendees are eligable to win a $15 Door Dash Gift Card.
- CVS Caremark
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When you enroll in one of the medical plan options, you are automatically provided with prescription drug coverage through CVS Caremark. You have access to prescription medications through both retail pharmacies and mail-order program.
Register for a CVS webinar or watch the CVS on-demand presentation (password: Benefitfair).
Wednesday, October 19 at 11 a.m. ET
View the recorded session here.
*Webinar Attendees are eligable to win a $15 Door Dash Gift Card.
- Headspace
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Join Headspace for an overview of the meditation app. Learn about the benefits of meditation and mindfulness, the different programs available on the app and how to incorporate the app into your daily routine.
Monday, October 17 at 2 p.m. ET
View the recorded session here.
*Webinar Attendees are eligable to win a $15 Door Dash Gift Card.
- Payflex
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Join Payflex to learn about Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts. You can also visit the Payflex mircro site for GW employees that review Payflex programs and member tools.
Learn how to get the most out of these benefits' financial tools.
Thursday, October 20 at 11 a.m. ET
View the recorded session here.
*Webinar Attendees are eligable to win a $15 Door Dash Gift Card.
- UnitedHealthcare
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Join UnitedHealthcare for a webinar that explains the GW Health Savings Plan and the GW PPO Medical Plan. Learn about the differences to make the best choice for your family.
Monday, October 17 at 9 a.m. ET
View the recorded session here.
*Webinar Attendees are eligable to win a $15 Door Dash Gift Card.
- Health Advocate
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Join Benefits and Brittany Hutchinson for an overview of what your Health Advocate service provides and how it works to enrich your busy life.
Friday, October 21 at 12 p.m. ET
View the recorded session here.
*Webinar Attendees are eligable to win a $15 Door Dash Gift Card.
- Bright Horizons Family Care
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Join Benefits and Bright Horizons for an overview of the family care support that is available to benefits-eligible faculty and staff.
Wednesday, October 19 at 2 p.m. ET
View the recorded session here.
*Webinar Attendees are eligable to win a $15 Door Dash Gift Card.
Join Benefits and Bright Horizons for an overview of the family care support that is available to benefits-eligible faculty and staff.
View the recorded session here.
*Webinar Attendees are eligable to win a $15 Door Dash Gift Card.
Benefits' Vendor Partner 1:1 Appointments
To register for an appointment, select the vendor link below.
- Aetna - Dental Benefit
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Register for a 1:1 Appointment with Aetna Dental:
- CVS Caremark
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When you enroll in one of the medical plan options, you are automatically provided with prescription drug coverage through CVS Caremark. You have access to prescription medications through both retail pharmacies and mail-order program.
Register for a 1:1 Appointment:
- Payflex
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Ask questions to our Payflex representative about using your Health Savings Account or Flexible Spendings Accounts.
Register for a 1:1 appointment here:
- UnitedHealthcare
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Schedule a 1:1 appointment with our UnitedHealthcare representative. Learn more about the GW Health Savings Plan and GW PPO plan as you explore your medical benefits.
Click the link below to register for a 1:1 Appointment slot:
- Monday, October 17, 2022
- Thursday, October 27, 2022
In-Person Open Enrollment Fair Massages
To register for an appointment, please select the campus link below where you plan to attend an Open Enrollment fair.
- Foggy Bottom Campus Massages
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Treat yourself to a 10-minute seated massage after making your benefit elections for 2023.
- Virginia Science and Technology Campus Massages
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Treat yourself to a 10-minute seated massage after making your benefit elections for 2023.
Treat yourself to a 10-minute seated massage after making your benefit elections for 2023.