Explore upcoming Benefits & Wellbeing events designed to help you learn, connect, and take action. From benefits education and financial wellness sessions to health-focused webinars, onsite events, and interactive activities, there are opportunities throughout the year to support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
Stay in touch! Email benefits@vanderbilt.edu to join our events mailing list so you’ll never miss an event!
August 20
Strategies That Can Help You Manage Your Money
1 p.m. CT
Want to make the most of your money? Join this webinar to learn practical strategies for budgeting, saving, and managing debt. Discover tools and tips to help you build healthy financial habits and take greater control of your financial future.
Register today!
August 24
Nestment Webinar
12 p.m. CT
We partnered with Nestment to help make homeownership more possible. Your FREE Nestment membership gives you access to an entire suite of homebuying tools including; coaches, education, discounts, and more. If homeownership feels out of reach, or too scary, this is the perfect place to start.
Join us for a webinar to learn more on August 24 at 12 p.m. CT. Register here!
August 27
Fidelity at Peabody
12 p.m. to 4 p.m. CT
Stop by the Wyatt atrium to visit with Fidelity and the VU Benefits team. Representatives will be available to answer questions and share information about the services available from Fidelity.
September 17
Social Security 101
1 p.m. CT
Social Security is one of the most important components of retirement planning, yet many people don’t fully understand how and when to claim their benefits. Join us for our Social Security 101 webinar to learn the essentials and gain strategies to help you make confident decisions.
During this session, we’ll discuss:
- When you’re eligible to begin receiving Social Security retirement benefits
- How claiming benefits early can affect your monthly income
- Eligibility for disability, survivor, and spousal benefits
- Strategies to help you maximize your Social Security benefits
Whether you’re approaching retirement or simply planning ahead, this educational webinar will provide valuable insights to help you understand your options and make the most of your Social Security benefits.
October 15
Medicare Basics: Planning and Enrollment
1 p.m. CT
Confused about Medicare? You’re not alone. Join us for this informative webinar to learn the basics of Medicare, understand your enrollment options, and gain the knowledge you need to choose the coverage that best fits your health care needs and budget.
Whether you’re approaching Medicare eligibility or helping a loved one navigate the process, this session will provide clear, practical guidance to help you make informed decisions with confidence.
Register today to reserve your spot and take the first step toward making informed Medicare decisions.
October 21
Open Enrollment Health Fair
Community Room at the Central Library
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. CT
Stop by our annual Health Fair to learn about your benefits, changes for 2027, ask questions, and win prizes! Meet with members of the VU Benefits team and representatives from our health and wellness vendors including Aetna, Capital Rx, Delta Dental, Bluebook, Fidelity, EdAssist, and more!
October 29
Open Enrollment Lab
Baker 1000, 10th floor of the Baker Building
7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT
Have questions or need help enrolling in your benefits? Stop by our Open Enrollment Lab. Benefits experts will be on site to help!
November 4
Open Enrollment Lab
Baker 1000, 10th floor of the Baker Building
7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT
Have questions or need help enrolling in your benefits? Stop by our Open Enrollment Lab. Benefits experts will be on site to help!
November 19
Set Goals and Save for What You Want
1 p.m. CT
Ready to turn your financial goals into reality? Join Fideilty to learn practical strategies for establishing, prioritizing, and funding the savings goals that matter most to you. Whether you’re saving for a vacation, a home, an emergency fund, or another major milestone, this webinar will help you create a plan to stay on track and achieve your goals with confidence.
Register today to reserve your spot and take the first step toward achieving your financial goals!