ATHENS, Ga., Oct. 9 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news release:

Open enrollment for 2027 benefits will be held from Oct. 26 through Nov. 6.

This is an active enrollment year, which means action will be required on the part of each University of Georgia employee to ensure that benefits and associated costs match individual circumstances. Eligible faculty and staff can select their benefits choices by logging in to OneUSG Connect - Benefits.

All faculty and staff enrolled or enrolling in a USG healthcare plan must certify their tobacco status. Employees covering a spouse on their USG/UGA health plan must also update the working spouse certification; those faculty and staff who take no action during the open enrollment ...