BOWLING GREEN, Ky., Oct. 13 -- Western Kentucky University issued the following news release:



































Dear WKU Benefits-Eligible Employees,

Open Enrollment for 2027 benefits starts today and runs through October 23. All benefits-eligible employees must complete online enrollment every year - even if you don't wish to make any changes, opt out of medical coverage, or you're a new hire and recently completed enrollment for 2026 benefits.

At minimum, each year you must:

* Accept or decline the Top Life Wellness Pledge * Attest to tobacco usage * Elect or decline HSA/FSA contributions * Complete the Benefit Enrollment Authorization

If you don't enroll by Friday, October 23:

* You will be enrolled in the PPO 1,600...