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This brochure describes the type of additional contributions that you can make, the benefits of making these contributions and the restrictions that apply.
If you leave employment with the WRS before reaching minimum retirement age, you may keep your money with the WRS or take a separation benefit. Learn about the key things to consider before taking a separation benefit.
A separation benefit is a one-time lump-sum payment consisting only of employee contributions, additional contributions (if applicable) and accumulated interest.
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If you are the owner of a WRS account from which a WRS death benefit or life insurance benefit would be payable upon your death, you may file a beneficiary designation.