University Human Resources

2026 Open Enrollment

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Mandatory Action Required for 2026 Benefits

All Brown employees electing medical coverage must actively enroll during the annual Open Enrollment period. If you are currently enrolled in Brown's medical coverage and you do not make an active election for 2026 coverage, you will be defaulted into the new BCBSRI Core PPO medical plan. Plan details are on our website.

Open Enrollment is your opportunity to:

  • Select your new medical plan for 2026
  • Enroll/re-enroll in one of the Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Add/remove dependents to your coverage
  • Review and update life insurance beneficiaries
  • Consider the new legal plan
  • Elect a charitable giving contribution to the United Way of Rhode Island

2026 Decision Guide

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As a reminder, Open Enrollment is the only time you can change your benefits outside of a qualifying life event. Retirement elections can be changed at any time.

What's new in 2026?

2026 Benefits

Open Enrollment Assistance

Whether you have questions about your benefits or need help enrolling, there are several convenient ways to get the support you need:

One-on-One Appointments (Virtual)

Need assistance managing Open Enrollment in Workday? A Benefits representative will be available virtually for a 15 minute, one-on-one appointment. Appointments will be available October 27 through November 24 on Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Schedule an appointment


Walk-In Assistance (In-Person)

Need in-person help? Walk-in Open Enrollment assistance will be available on two dates at two locations. No appointment necessary.

Tuesday, November 4, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

  • Page-Robinson Hall, Room 212
  • South Street Landing, 4th Floor HR Service Center

Tuesday, November 18, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

  • Page-Robinson Hall, Room 212
  • South Street Landing, 4th Floor HR Service Center

Open Enrollment Bootcamp

This will be an overview of what to expect during Open Enrollment, with ample time to ask questions.

For those who are currently enrolled in the United Healthcare CDHP plan and have a Health Savings Account (HSA) with Optum Bank:

Take advantage of informational webinars hosted by Sentinel Group to learn more about the HSA Transition:

 

Benefits Fair - Lights, Camera, Benefits Action!

Join us on Wednesday, November 5, in Sayles Hall from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Explore the many benefits available to you as an employee at Brown University during University Human Resources’ Benefits Fair. Have all of your benefits questions answered, enter to win raffle prizes, and enjoy vendor giveaway items. Meet with representatives from many Brown benefit partners, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and more!

Learn more and add to your calendar