Open Enrollment begins October 27

HRS encourages employees to be aware of the following dates, information, and resources for Open Enrollment in Fall 2026:

Open Enrollment key dates:

  • The Open Enrollment period is from October 27 – November 24.
  • To make changes, access the Open Enrollment item in your Workday My Tasks inbox starting October 27.
  • The submission deadline is midnight, November 24.

Action needed:

During Open Enrollment, employees may make changes to the following plans:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Add/waive family members

If you are satisfied with your current plans and coverage, no action is needed; elections will carry over into 2026.

Exception: UMP Plus plans (UMP Plus–PSHVN and UMP Plus–UW Medicine ACN) are sunsetting December 31, 2025. If you are currently enrolled in a UMP Plus plan, you must make a new medical election for 2026.

Note for Flexible and Dependent Care Accounts:

Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Accounts (LPFSA), and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) elections do not automatically roll over; you must re-enroll for 2026.

Visit these HRS webpages for more information:

Where to go for Open Enrollment resources:

Visit the HRS Open Enrollment webpage for the following information:

For step-by-step instructions on how to complete the process in Workday, review the Open Enrollment reference guide.

Watch for updates and news in places such the HR Source Newsletter, Workday Digest, WSU announcements, Workday announcements, Insider articles, social media posts, other WSU newsletters, and HCA mailings.

Questions about Open Enrollment can be directed to HRS Benefits at hrs.benefits@wsu.edu or (509)335-4521.