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Navigating institutional and team-level shifts is essential for success at Texas A&M. This course equips staff with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage change. Participants will learn to differentiate between change and transition, understand the emotional journey of the change curve, and apply models like Bridges' transition and ADKAR. Develop proactive strategies to adapt, recognize barriers, and support yourself and colleagues through periods of transformation.Register via TrainTraq by June 25th. If the registration deadline has passed or the date for this section doesn't work for you, please visit the Course Details (https://traintraq.tamus.edu/CourseDetails.aspx?cnum=2114970) page and click on the Upcoming Sections tab to explore other available options. For more information, contact Organizational Development at orgdev@tamu.edu (mailto:orgdev@tamu.edu).

This course focuses on practical tools for handling conflict in a constructive way. Participants examine common sources of workplace conflict, explore their own conflict-handling style and discuss how different approaches affect outcomes.​ Through interactive activities and real-world scenarios, participants practice techniques that reduce tension and encourage collaboration. The course emphasizes clear communication, listening skills and choosing strategies appropriate to the situation.​ By the end of the session, participants are better prepared to address issues early, apply strategies to resolve conflict and support a more productive work environment.Register via TrainTraq by June 29th. If the registration deadline has passed or the date for this section does not work for you, visit the Course Details (https://traintraq.tamus.edu/CourseDetails.aspx?cnum=2114904) page and select the Upcoming Sections tab to view additional options. Participants will receive a Zoom link after registration. For more information, contact Organizational Development at orgdev@tamu.edu (mailto:orgdev@tamu.edu). 

What You Can Do During Open Enrollment Open Enrollment is your annual opportunity to:Add or remove dependents Adjust coverage levels Re-enroll in flexible spending accounts Make other benefit updates The insurance plan year runs from Sept. 1 through Aug. 31. Visit System Benefits Administration for enrollment booklets, premium summaries, plan descriptions, carrier presentations, and additional resources. Important Reminders FY27Changes made during Open Enrollment take effect Sept. 1. All updates must be submitted through Workday via Single Sign-On (https://sso.tamus.edu/). Job Aid: Complete Open Enrollment (https://it.tamus.edu/workdayservices/training/job_aid/complete-open-enrollment/)Flexible spending accounts (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/flexible-spending-accounts/) must be re-enrolled annually. Review and update your beneficiaries. Upload documentation for new dependents in HRConnect via Single Sign-On. Confirm tobacco-use status for yourself and your dependents. Life insurance increases may require evidence of insurability. Discounts for the Brazos Valley Network and Baylor Scott & White ended April 30, 2025. Looking Ahead to FY27Healthcare spending account annual maximum increases to $3,400. Day care spending account annual maximum increases to $7,500. Basic Life Insurance increase to $50,000 for active employees Basic Life Insurance increase to $10,000 for retirees Life Insurance vendor changing to MetLife Updated Premiums Effective Sept. 1, 2026 Note: The premiums listed below do not include the $30 wellness credit (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/wellness-premium-incentive/) available to employees or their spouses. A&M Care Plan - Full Time Employee Only: $30.00 Employee & Spouse: $370.22 Employee & Child(ren): $245.54 Employee & Family: $496.58 A&M Care Plan - Part Time Employee Only: $593.14 Employee & Spouse: $1,088.46 Employee & Child(ren): $916.44 Employee & Family: $1,277.98 Grad Plan Employee Only: $0.00 Employee & Spouse: $0.00 Employee & Child(ren): $31.36 Employee & Family: $183.34 65 Plus Medicare Advantage Plan Retiree Only: $0.00 Retiree & Spouse: $125.56 Retiree & Child(ren): $51.23 Retiree & Family: $224.79 Dental PPO Employee Only: $32.54 Employee & Spouse: $65.04 Employee & Child(ren): $68.30 Employee & Family: $104.06