Three types of structures used in university systems to permit faculty and staff to take advantage of voluntary Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA) programs are discussed. An innovative system at the University of Nevada is described. (MLW)

The concept of preretirement planning is discussed: its advantages for the employer, the range of program activities, the successful program format, types of participants, meeting sites, discussion leader, and types of hand-out materials. (CT)

In terms of benefit plan coverage and protection, or "Benefit Environment", higher education is the most advanced of professional or employment groups. Between 1959 and 1969, the percentage of 4-year institutions of higher education in the U.S. having faculty retirement plans grew from 85% to 95%. About 50% of these institutions have some form of…

This report presents a "status" study, reporting practices followed in school systems where a severance pay policy is in effect. Severance pay is a fringe benefit designed to provide teachers who have given service to a school system with financial security during the period of transition to a new position or to retirement. The initial…

A comparison of the benefits of participating in TIAA and CREF retirement programs is offered with emphasis on differences in payout rates and in overall financial performance. (LBH)

Strategic benefit planning is a management process that establishes overall objectives that form the basis for decision making on all elements of indirect compensation. The Tax Reform Act of 1986 and implications to tax-sheltered annuities are discussed. An example of a statement of university policy on employee benefits is appended. (MLW)

Personnel management must become cost effective, and cost effectiveness must be balanced with employee relations effectiveness. Special attention must be given to compensation programs and older employees, for whom creative and satisfying programs can be developed. (MSE)

The collective bargaining agreement between the Marymount College Administration and the Marymount College Chapter (55 members) af the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) covering the period September 1, 1984-August 31, 1986 is presented. Items covered in the agreement include: definitions and recognition of AAUP;…

The collective bargaining agreement between Marymount College Administration and the Marymount College chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) covering the period September 1, 1986-August 31, 1989 is presented. Items covered in the agreement include: unit recognition, nondiscrimination, grievance and arbitration…

As the number and level of fringe benefits increases, particularly in the retirement sphere, institutions must keep in mind that today's commitment will be felt in tomorrow's budget. The range of employee benefits available are analyzed with regard to cost: unfunded benefits (vacations, leave), government programs, insurance, retirement plans, and…

The staff of the New York Personnel Department's Career Development Division developed a special program for the older employees of the Port Authority of New York. It consisted of five sessions, given on company time, covering; retirement planning, physical and psychological aspects, various benefits offered, estate planning, use of leisure time,…

This speech discusses the legality of school committee severance and salary adjustment payments based on accumulated and unused sick leave to retired teachers in the last year of service. The types of contract provisions discussed usually invoke a formula by which a certain number of accumulated, unused sick leave days are multiplied by a per diem…

Discusses benefits of employee sabbaticals including (1) continuing employee education; (2) avoiding technical obsolescence; (3) reducing job-related stress and burnout; (4) creating a more productive work force; and (5) stemming the tide of early retirement. (JOW)

Figures are offered on the expense charges and cashability feature of the supplemental retirement annuities (SRA's) of the Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA) retirement program. (LBH)