"The Role of Collegiate Faculty and Administrators in Addressing Musicians’ Health"
College Music Society Committee on Musicians’ Health
Gail Berenson, Chair
In Conversation with President Eileen M. Hayes
News and Recognition
This month, my attention turns to the ongoing work of the Society. Earlier this year, the Board welcomed representatives for Performance, Music Industry Studies, and Music Education. Each of these representatives heads an Advisory Council of faculty leaders who have accepted the charge to work with the representative on important disciplinary initiatives. The work of Advisory Council members often goes unrecognized and so we wanted to acknowledge their role here.
CMS-SALA Health Plan
Beginning in late spring 2019, The College Music Society, in response to a poll of its members and support by the CMS Board of Directors, will join in partnership with the Small Association Leadership Alliance (SALA) to provide a new medical option for our members. The program, which we call the “CMS-SALA Health Plan,” is a comprehensive and cost-effective alternative to traditional plans. The CMS-SALA Health Plan offers affordable, high-quality, accessible, and effective healthcare options for CMS members – at every membership level. While not health insurance, the program provides 100% coverage for preventative care, options for co-payment features with 100% coverage, and addresses unforeseen medical expenses, such as illness and injury.