Health and other insurance benefits for employees and retirees are subject to change based on available State funding. The Texas Legislature determines the level of funding for such benefits and has no continuing obligation to provide those benefits beyond each fiscal year.

Anyone in a Graduate Student Enrollment position at Texas Tech University who is working 50% time for at least 4.5 months or more is eligible for the state provided insurance (as per rules).

There is a limited 31-day enrollment period for optional insurance coverage.

Successful completion of the EEO Non - Discrimination Refresher Online Course for Employees is a state requirement.

Anyone in a staff or faculty position at Texas Tech University who is working 50% time for at least 4.5 months or more is eligible for the state provided insurance (as per rules) and must attend the New Employee Orientation class.

There is a limited 31-day enrollment period for optional insurance coverage. At the New Employee Orientation you can meet the insurance providers and get answers to your questions.

Successful completion of the Employment Non-Discrimination Training for New State Employees is required to meet the state requirements and is included with the New Employee Orientation.