SARs: Group Benefits Plan

Below is a copy of the Summary Annual Report (SAR) for the Columbia University Group Benefits Plan. The benefits described in the SAR apply to medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance and long-term care insurance claims.

• Summary Annual Report (SAR), 2006-2007, for Columbia University Group Benefits Plan
• Form 5500, 2006-2007 - Annual Return/Report of Employee Group Benefits Plan 

In accordance with the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) and as a participant in the Group Benefits Plan, you receive an annual summary of the financial status of the Plan. This notice summarizes financial information, including claims, premiums, plan assets, etc. regarding this Plan. Although you may not be eligible for all the benefits referenced in this SAR, if you participate in one or more of these benefits, the SAR applies to you.

Also, you are entitled under ERISA to review the complete annual report of the plan you participate in; this document, known as Form 5500, is also linked below.

If you have any questions, please contact the HR Benefits Service Center at 212-851-7000.