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The University of Wisconsin–Madison can be a big place, with more than 21,000 faculty, staff, and graduate assistants contributing to our campus. With so many people working to support the Wisconsin Idea, employee communication is vital to our success.

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  • Web page on federal immigration activity available in six languages

    UW–Madison strives to create an environment that protects the privacy and legal rights of students, faculty, and staff. The university has created a web page with expanded information and guidance should students or employees encounter someone representing a federal agency in campus facilities or workspaces. As previously shared, the university provides information on the immigration status of its students, faculty, and staff only when required by law. PDF versions of the federal immigration activity guidance page are available in English, Spanish, Hmong, Tibetan, Chinese, and Nepali at news.wisc.edu/federal-immigration-activity.

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  • Pluralism in Practice workshop to facilitate civil dialogue

    Faculty, staff, and students are invited to participate in the Pluralism in Practice workshop on Monday, March 23 <NOTE CORRECTED DATE>, at Union South. This event is designed to celebrate and strengthen a culture of viewpoint diversity and civil dialogue at UW–Madison. Registration is open for the full workshop, scheduled for 1:30–5:30 p.m., which includes conversations with thought leaders, sessions designed to help engage in discussion about timely issues, and opportunities to learn more about campus efforts to advance civil dialogue and get involved in the Wisconsin Exchange. Participants may register only for the fireside chat, 4–5 p.m., with the 11th U.S. archivist, Colleen Shogan. Register to attend.

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  • Nominations open for FP&M Recognition Awards

    Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Employee Recognition Awards. FP&M staff work behind the scenes keeping UW-Madison running day and night, managing the planning, maintenance, operations, safety, and sustainability of our 939-acre 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 13. Learn more at go.wisc.edu/nominate-fpm.

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  • Event Management Forum call for presenter proposals

    The Event Management Forum is a new conference designed for campus employees who plan, coordinate, and execute events of all kinds. This event provides an opportunity to build workplace skills, foster community, and expand resources for event professionals and those with event-related responsibilities, including project managers, marketing and communication managers, building managers, financial specialists, and others. The conference will take place on May 27, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., at the Memorial Union. Conference organizers are now accepting session proposals from interested speakers. Proposals are due March 20. Conference registration is also open.

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  • Registration deadline approaching for Finance@UW Conference

    The Finance@UW Conference will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. at Union South. This conference is intended for campus employees with financial roles or responsibilities, including employees with titles in the Finance job group, as well as administrative specialists, department administrators, and others whose positions include responsibility for financial operations. The registration fee of $75 includes workshops, the keynote session, and meals. Register by March 2 to ensure your participation in the conference.

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  • Academic Staff Institute to take place April 16

    The Academic Staff Institute (ASI), an annual professional development conference for UW–Madison academic staff, is scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m. at Union South. Registration is open through April 1 at go.wisc.edu/xlw5yw. The registration cost is $25 (includes lunch), but those who join the Academic Staff Professionals Representation Organization between now and April 1 will receive free registration to ASI. All attendees will receive free membership to the Madison Academic Staff Network through Aug. 31, 2026.

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  • Late-night measles vaccine clinic for second and third shift employees

    University Health Services (UHS) is hosting a late-night measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine clinic for employees who are unprotected against measles or unsure of their vaccination status. The clinic is scheduled for Thursday, March 5, 11 p.m. to Friday, March 6 at 1 a.m. at the Health Sciences Learning Center (HSLC). Appointments are recommended, but drop-in vaccinations are available. MMR vaccines will be billed through employee health insurance plans. If an employee does not have health insurance, or if their insurance does not cover the cost, the university will cover the cost of the vaccine. Employees should bring their Wiscard and insurance information. Language support will be available in Spanish, Hmong, Tibetan, Chinese, and Nepali. To make an appointment, go to go.wisc.edu/late-night-mmr-clinic.

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  • Campus launches new wheelchair loan programs

    Two university wheelchair loan programs have launched for use by employees, students, program participants, and guests. Wheelchairs are available for anyone at the university to use, whether for attending a campus event or needing to access their office or workspace. These general campus wheelchairs are loaned through Recreation & Wellbeing (Rec Well). Wheelchairs are also available for campus tours offered through Campus and Visitor Relations. These new programs are in addition to existing wheelchairs offered through the Wisconsin Union for Union events or accessing Union spaces.

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  • Employees must update their Duo Mobile app by March 31

    All employees must update their Duo Mobile app to the latest version by March 31. Anyone using an outdated version of the Duo Mobile app after the deadline risks losing access to email, payroll, VPN, and other work tools. Employees can update Duo Mobile simply by opening the app store on their device, searching for Duo Mobile, and tapping Update. Employees whose devices are too old can generate backup passcodes or request a Duo security key fob from their HR or IT support office.

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  • WIAA tournaments to affect campus parking and traffic

    Campus will host more than 125,000 visitors for the state high school championships for individual wrestling (Feb. 26–28) and boys’ basketball (March 19–21). These events will impact parking and traffic around the Kohl Center. Permit holders who are asked to relocate will receive notification from Transportation Services.

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