SURS
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The State Universities Retirement
System of Illinois is a public pension
plan, established in 1941.
System of Illinois is a public pension
plan, established in 1941.
Are you a Tier II SURS member who has not yet made a retirement plan choice? Join us for a webinar on Tuesday, January 27, at 9:30 a.m. to compare plan features and find the one that fits your needs best.
Learn more and register at surs.org/event/plan-c....
Learn more and register at surs.org/event/plan-c....
January 21, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Are you a Tier II SURS member who has not yet made a retirement plan choice? Join us for a webinar on Tuesday, January 27, at 9:30 a.m. to compare plan features and find the one that fits your needs best.
Learn more and register at surs.org/event/plan-c....
Learn more and register at surs.org/event/plan-c....
Martin Luther King, Jr. reminded us, "Life's most persistent and urgent question is: what are you doing for others?"
SURS will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19 in observance of his birthday. We will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20.
You may still use surs.org for many of your needs.
SURS will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19 in observance of his birthday. We will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20.
You may still use surs.org for many of your needs.
January 19, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Martin Luther King, Jr. reminded us, "Life's most persistent and urgent question is: what are you doing for others?"
SURS will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19 in observance of his birthday. We will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20.
You may still use surs.org for many of your needs.
SURS will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19 in observance of his birthday. We will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20.
You may still use surs.org for many of your needs.
Learn more about SURS Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) by attending the DCP Informational Webinar on Thursday, January 22, at 10 a.m.
SURS Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) is our voluntary supplemental retirement plan designed to complement your SURS core retirement plan. surs.org/events/categ...
SURS Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) is our voluntary supplemental retirement plan designed to complement your SURS core retirement plan. surs.org/events/categ...
January 15, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Learn more about SURS Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) by attending the DCP Informational Webinar on Thursday, January 22, at 10 a.m.
SURS Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) is our voluntary supplemental retirement plan designed to complement your SURS core retirement plan. surs.org/events/categ...
SURS Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) is our voluntary supplemental retirement plan designed to complement your SURS core retirement plan. surs.org/events/categ...
Join us on January 21 for an overview of SURS Tier I retirement benefits. Whether you’re nearing retirement or just starting to plan, this webinar will provide valuable insights to help you make informed decisions.
Learn more and register at surs.org/event/unders....
Learn more and register at surs.org/event/unders....
January 14, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Join us on January 21 for an overview of SURS Tier I retirement benefits. Whether you’re nearing retirement or just starting to plan, this webinar will provide valuable insights to help you make informed decisions.
Learn more and register at surs.org/event/unders....
Learn more and register at surs.org/event/unders....
SURS has open positions at our Champaign office for multiple Member Service Representative roles in numerous departments. There are Counselor positions available in both Champaign and Naperville.
Review all positions now at surs.org/jobs.
Review all positions now at surs.org/jobs.
January 9, 2026 at 10:15 PM
SURS has open positions at our Champaign office for multiple Member Service Representative roles in numerous departments. There are Counselor positions available in both Champaign and Naperville.
Review all positions now at surs.org/jobs.
Review all positions now at surs.org/jobs.
Are you a participant in the SURS Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) starting to think about retirement? Register for this webinar to hear about financial distribution options at retirement and more!
Learn more and sign up at surs.org/event/retire....
Learn more and sign up at surs.org/event/retire....
January 7, 2026 at 5:31 PM
Are you a participant in the SURS Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) starting to think about retirement? Register for this webinar to hear about financial distribution options at retirement and more!
Learn more and sign up at surs.org/event/retire....
Learn more and sign up at surs.org/event/retire....
SURS Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) is our voluntary supplemental retirement plan designed to complement your SURS core retirement plan.
Learn more by attending the DCP Informational Webinar on Tuesday, January 6, at 1 p.m. surs.org/events/categ...
Learn more by attending the DCP Informational Webinar on Tuesday, January 6, at 1 p.m. surs.org/events/categ...
December 29, 2025 at 7:02 PM
SURS Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) is our voluntary supplemental retirement plan designed to complement your SURS core retirement plan.
Learn more by attending the DCP Informational Webinar on Tuesday, January 6, at 1 p.m. surs.org/events/categ...
Learn more by attending the DCP Informational Webinar on Tuesday, January 6, at 1 p.m. surs.org/events/categ...
Happy Holidays to all members of SURS and your families! SURS will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 25, Friday, Dec. 26, 2025, and Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. We will be open all other weekdays.
We wish you and yours all the best this holiday season. We look forward to serving you in 2026!
We wish you and yours all the best this holiday season. We look forward to serving you in 2026!
December 24, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Happy Holidays to all members of SURS and your families! SURS will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 25, Friday, Dec. 26, 2025, and Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. We will be open all other weekdays.
We wish you and yours all the best this holiday season. We look forward to serving you in 2026!
We wish you and yours all the best this holiday season. We look forward to serving you in 2026!
SURS is hiring a summer intern! The SURS Investments team is looking for a summer Investment Analyst Intern to assist other Investment staff in managing SURS defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
This is a paid internship located in Champaign. Learn more and apply at surs.org/jobs.
This is a paid internship located in Champaign. Learn more and apply at surs.org/jobs.
December 19, 2025 at 10:00 PM
SURS is hiring a summer intern! The SURS Investments team is looking for a summer Investment Analyst Intern to assist other Investment staff in managing SURS defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
This is a paid internship located in Champaign. Learn more and apply at surs.org/jobs.
This is a paid internship located in Champaign. Learn more and apply at surs.org/jobs.
SURS is hiring a Manager of Pension Administration System (PAS) Development and Support. This is expected to be a hands-on manager role, responsible for the administration, configuration, implementation, and support of the PAS at SURS.
Read more and apply: surs.org/jobs.
Read more and apply: surs.org/jobs.
December 9, 2025 at 10:30 PM
SURS is hiring a Manager of Pension Administration System (PAS) Development and Support. This is expected to be a hands-on manager role, responsible for the administration, configuration, implementation, and support of the PAS at SURS.
Read more and apply: surs.org/jobs.
Read more and apply: surs.org/jobs.
The schedule for the 2026 annuity and disability payment dates is now available.
Stay informed and plan ahead—read more here: surs.org/news/2026-da....
Stay informed and plan ahead—read more here: surs.org/news/2026-da....
December 9, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The schedule for the 2026 annuity and disability payment dates is now available.
Stay informed and plan ahead—read more here: surs.org/news/2026-da....
Stay informed and plan ahead—read more here: surs.org/news/2026-da....
Happy Thanksgiving!
Warm Thanksgiving wishes to all SURS members and your families.
SURS will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28. We will reopen at 8:00 a.m. Monday, Dec. 1.
Warm Thanksgiving wishes to all SURS members and your families.
SURS will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28. We will reopen at 8:00 a.m. Monday, Dec. 1.
November 27, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Happy Thanksgiving!
Warm Thanksgiving wishes to all SURS members and your families.
SURS will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28. We will reopen at 8:00 a.m. Monday, Dec. 1.
Warm Thanksgiving wishes to all SURS members and your families.
SURS will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28. We will reopen at 8:00 a.m. Monday, Dec. 1.
Click to read the latest Insights newsletter for updates from SURS! surs.org/news-publica...
It's been an award-winning year! Also, read our legislative and investment updates, see defined contribution plan news, welcome Trustee Jiganti, and learn more about our Benefit Estimator.
It's been an award-winning year! Also, read our legislative and investment updates, see defined contribution plan news, welcome Trustee Jiganti, and learn more about our Benefit Estimator.
November 20, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Click to read the latest Insights newsletter for updates from SURS! surs.org/news-publica...
It's been an award-winning year! Also, read our legislative and investment updates, see defined contribution plan news, welcome Trustee Jiganti, and learn more about our Benefit Estimator.
It's been an award-winning year! Also, read our legislative and investment updates, see defined contribution plan news, welcome Trustee Jiganti, and learn more about our Benefit Estimator.
November 11 is Veterans Day.
On this day, we honor all military veterans who have served our country in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you for your service! We are forever in your debt.
SURS will be closed today. We will reopen Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 8:00 a.m.
On this day, we honor all military veterans who have served our country in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you for your service! We are forever in your debt.
SURS will be closed today. We will reopen Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 8:00 a.m.
November 11, 2025 at 1:45 PM
November 11 is Veterans Day.
On this day, we honor all military veterans who have served our country in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you for your service! We are forever in your debt.
SURS will be closed today. We will reopen Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 8:00 a.m.
On this day, we honor all military veterans who have served our country in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you for your service! We are forever in your debt.
SURS will be closed today. We will reopen Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 8:00 a.m.
Don't forget to "fall back" this weekend! Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 2.
Remember to set your clocks back one hour before you go to bed Saturday night.
Remember to set your clocks back one hour before you go to bed Saturday night.
October 31, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Don't forget to "fall back" this weekend! Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 2.
Remember to set your clocks back one hour before you go to bed Saturday night.
Remember to set your clocks back one hour before you go to bed Saturday night.
As National Retirement Security Month 2025 comes to a close, remember that planning for the future is a journey—not just a month-long focus. Thank you to everyone who joined us this October to learn, plan, and take steps toward building a more secure retirement.
October 30, 2025 at 9:01 PM
As National Retirement Security Month 2025 comes to a close, remember that planning for the future is a journey—not just a month-long focus. Thank you to everyone who joined us this October to learn, plan, and take steps toward building a more secure retirement.
Are you a Tier II SURS member who has not yet made a retirement plan choice? Join us for a webinar Tuesday, October 28, at 9:30 a.m. to compare plan features and find the one that fits your needs best.
Learn more and register at surs.org/events/categ....
#NRSM25
Learn more and register at surs.org/events/categ....
#NRSM25
October 24, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Are you a Tier II SURS member who has not yet made a retirement plan choice? Join us for a webinar Tuesday, October 28, at 9:30 a.m. to compare plan features and find the one that fits your needs best.
Learn more and register at surs.org/events/categ....
#NRSM25
Learn more and register at surs.org/events/categ....
#NRSM25
Saving enough for retirement? SURS offers the Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) as an additional way to save for our members.
Learn more by attending the DCP Informational Webinar on Wednesday, October 22, at 1 p.m. surs.org/events/categ...
#NRSM25
Learn more by attending the DCP Informational Webinar on Wednesday, October 22, at 1 p.m. surs.org/events/categ...
#NRSM25
October 20, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Saving enough for retirement? SURS offers the Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) as an additional way to save for our members.
Learn more by attending the DCP Informational Webinar on Wednesday, October 22, at 1 p.m. surs.org/events/categ...
#NRSM25
Learn more by attending the DCP Informational Webinar on Wednesday, October 22, at 1 p.m. surs.org/events/categ...
#NRSM25
In recognition of the importance of cybersecurity, the State of Illinois has proclaimed October as Cybersecurity Month. Consider these tips from SURS to stay safe this month, and beyond!
Read more at surs.org/news/cyberse...
Read more at surs.org/news/cyberse...
October 17, 2025 at 2:03 PM
In recognition of the importance of cybersecurity, the State of Illinois has proclaimed October as Cybersecurity Month. Consider these tips from SURS to stay safe this month, and beyond!
Read more at surs.org/news/cyberse...
Read more at surs.org/news/cyberse...
The 2026 TRAIL Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug (MAPD) Open Enrollment Period for participating retirees, annuitants, and survivors is 10/14–11/14/26. The 2026 plan year runs January 1 through December 31, 2026.
Find resources and additional information at surs.org/news/2026-me....
Find resources and additional information at surs.org/news/2026-me....
October 14, 2025 at 1:30 PM
The 2026 TRAIL Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug (MAPD) Open Enrollment Period for participating retirees, annuitants, and survivors is 10/14–11/14/26. The 2026 plan year runs January 1 through December 31, 2026.
Find resources and additional information at surs.org/news/2026-me....
Find resources and additional information at surs.org/news/2026-me....
Jois us Thursday, October 16, at 10 a.m. for “Navigating the Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) Webinar!” This webinar is for Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) participants who are new to the SURS Systems or (1/2)
October 13, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Jois us Thursday, October 16, at 10 a.m. for “Navigating the Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) Webinar!” This webinar is for Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) participants who are new to the SURS Systems or (1/2)
SURS is hiring a Staff Accountant with a focus on investment-related accounting. Join our finance team and help ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.
Learn more: surs.org/jobs
Learn more: surs.org/jobs
October 10, 2025 at 7:58 PM
SURS is hiring a Staff Accountant with a focus on investment-related accounting. Join our finance team and help ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.
Learn more: surs.org/jobs
Learn more: surs.org/jobs
SURS Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) is our voluntary supplemental retirement plan designed to complement your SURS core retirement plan. If you’re not already enrolled, join an upcoming webinar to hear about this plan.
Learn more and register at surs.org/events/categ....
#NRSM25
Learn more and register at surs.org/events/categ....
#NRSM25
October 8, 2025 at 1:03 PM
SURS Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) is our voluntary supplemental retirement plan designed to complement your SURS core retirement plan. If you’re not already enrolled, join an upcoming webinar to hear about this plan.
Learn more and register at surs.org/events/categ....
#NRSM25
Learn more and register at surs.org/events/categ....
#NRSM25
It’s Customer Service Week!
Here at SURS, we celebrate our Member Service Representatives (MSRs). They go the extra mile for our members every day and it shows as they consistently achieve a member satisfaction rating above 95%!
Here at SURS, we celebrate our Member Service Representatives (MSRs). They go the extra mile for our members every day and it shows as they consistently achieve a member satisfaction rating above 95%!
October 6, 2025 at 5:15 PM
It’s Customer Service Week!
Here at SURS, we celebrate our Member Service Representatives (MSRs). They go the extra mile for our members every day and it shows as they consistently achieve a member satisfaction rating above 95%!
Here at SURS, we celebrate our Member Service Representatives (MSRs). They go the extra mile for our members every day and it shows as they consistently achieve a member satisfaction rating above 95%!
October is National Retirement Security Month, a time to reflect on your vision for retirement and set specific goals to get there. One way is with SURS supplemental Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP).
October 1, 2025 at 9:00 PM
October is National Retirement Security Month, a time to reflect on your vision for retirement and set specific goals to get there. One way is with SURS supplemental Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP).