News for Employees

• Nominations open for FP&M Recognition Awards

  February 19, 2025

  Each year, Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) recognizes employees whose work adds value to UW‒Madison. Nominations are now being accepted for the FP&M 2025 Employee Recognition Awards. FP&M staff work behind the scenes keeping campus running day and night. They are responsible for the planning, maintenance, operations, safety, and sustainability of all 939 acres of campus. Any member of the campus community can nominate an FP&M employee or team for an award. Complete the nomination form online or print and submit a form in any of six languages. The nomination deadline is March 17. Learn more at go.wisc.edu/nominate-fpm.

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• UW‒Madison ranked among 'America's Best Large Employers'

  February 19, 2025

  The University of Wisconsin–Madison ranked in the top 701 among “America’s Best Large Employers” for 2025 in a survey by Forbes. UW–Madison came in at No. 199 on the list of employers with more than 5,000 employees. Fifteen private and public sector employers with headquarters in the state of Wisconsin were recognized in the 2025 rankings, with UW–Madison ranking third.

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• UW–Madison Driver Authorization process updated

  February 19, 2025

  UW–Madison Office of Risk Management has announced updates to the Driver Authorization process. This information is relevant to all UW–Madison faculty, staff, and students driving a Fleet, rental, or personal vehicle for university business purposes. Effective Feb. 17, 2025, UW Madison has transitioned standard processing of Vehicle Use Agreements (VUA) to Universities of Wisconsin (UW) Shared Services. With this transition, campus will benefit from process enhancements for obtaining out-of-state motor vehicle records for applicants. In particular, most individuals will no longer be required to obtain out-of-state driver records, thus saving valuable work time. Details are available at businessservices.wisc.edu.

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• Webinar teaches skills for positive change

  February 19, 2025

  LifeMatters and the Employee Assistance Office are offering a virtual webinar, Workplace Change, on Tuesday, Feb. 25, noon‒1 p.m. This webinar teaches skills that can help participants understand workplace change and its impact on people; develop strategies to become more adaptable; and become a positive influence on the change process. The webinar is offered at no cost to all UW‒Madison employees. Register online to receive the Zoom link.

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• Campus information available via text messages

  February 12, 2025

  UW–Madison employees can sign up to receive important campus information sent directly to their smartphones or other mobile devices. Any UW‒Madison employee is welcome to join a WhatsApp group. WhatsApp Campus Information Groups are available in six languages: English, Spanish, Hmong, Tibetan, Chinese, and Nepali. Subscribers receive about 5–6 messages per month, including campus updates, event announcements, and information about resources for UW employees. These are not chat rooms and employees cannot respond to messages they receive.

  Employees who have little or no access to computers at work, need language support, or work away from their desk may find WhatsApp Campus Information Groups helpful. Learn how to install WhatsApp at cls.wisc.edu/whatsapp.

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• Career counseling available as an employee benefit

  February 12, 2025

  UW‒Madison employees have access to free career counseling. The Employee Career Counseling program gives employees the skills to manage, develop, and plan their careers at UW‒Madison. One-on-one, confidential counseling can help participants develop self-awareness, explore career choices, set goals, and develop an action plan. Self-service career planning resources are also available online. To set up an appointment with a career counselor, call 608-265-2257 or send your request via email to employeecareercounseling@wisc.edu.

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• Institute helps instructors enhance course design

  February 12, 2025

  The UW–Madison Course Design Institute offers hands-on, expert assistance applying learner-focused design practices to courses. This program, which runs May 12–14 at the Pyle Center, is open to instructors of credit-bearing courses. Space is limited. The deadline to apply is this Friday, Feb. 14.

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• Women and Leadership Symposium call for proposals

  February 12, 2025

  The Women and Leadership Symposium, scheduled for June 4, 8:30 a.m.–3:25 p.m. at the Memorial Union, brings together engaged professionals for networking, professional development, learning from women leaders, and sharing of best practices. Symposium organizers are inviting proposals from dynamic speakers who would like to share their knowledge and talents with attendees in 55-minute breakout sessions. Proposal criteria and conference topics are available online. Session proposals are due March 14, 2025.

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• Federal transition updates

  February 5, 2025

  With the transition to the new presidential administration bringing many changes, University Relations is coordinating the campus response to emerging federal updates, including executive orders, status of grants and loans, and agency and congressional activity. Visit the Federal Transition page for updates, information and resources relevant to campus.

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• Professional development from the Office of Strategic Consulting

  February 5, 2025

  Beginning February 21, the Office of Strategic Consulting is hosting new virtual and in-person professional development sessions as part of its Ignite: Fueling Organizational Excellence and In Scope: Managing Projects at UW–Madison series. These sessions provide faculty and staff with the knowledge and skills they need to help their schools, colleges, divisions, and units operate more efficiently, tackle challenges, and advance strategic priorities. Topics range from enhancing workplace culture to thriving through transitions. Nearly all sessions are offered at no cost. Registration is required.

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