News for Employees

• University Digital Accessibility Initiative update

  May 20, 2026

  Recently, the U.S. Department of Justice extended the Americans with Disabilities Act’s (ADA) digital accessibility rule compliance deadline from April 24, 2026, to April 26, 2027. While the change provides additional time, it remains a requirement under the ADA and does not change the university’s goals or expectations, reflected in the updated digital accessibility policy. The Initiative will continue its work as planned, with a focus on supporting employees with tools, guidance, and resources. More information and resources are available through the Digital Accessibility Hub.

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• Registration open for Student Employment Summer Summit

  May 20, 2026

  The Student Employment Summer Summit returns on Monday, June 29, 10:45 a.m.–4:15 p.m., at the Pyle Center. This in-person event brings together supervisors, hiring managers, and others who support student employment at UW–Madison and beyond. Keynote speaker Alan Mueller will dive into the heart of Emotional Intelligence, defining what it means in the modern world and how to ignite it in others. The event is hosted by the Student Employment team in the Office of Student Financial Aid and is offered at no cost. Registration, which includes lunch, is open through June 14.

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• Webinar looks at workplace bullying

  May 20, 2026

  LifeMatters and the Employee Assistance Office are offering a virtual webinar, Putting an End to Workplace Bullying, on Tuesday, May 26, noon‒1 p.m. Bullying is not just a problem on the school playground; it can also occur in the workplace. Participants will learn about the definition of bullying, effects of bullying on individuals and organizations, and personality traits of potential bullies. The webinar is offered at no cost to all UW‒Madison employees. Register online to receive the Zoom link.

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• Wellness webinars available for viewing on demand

  May 20, 2026

  LifeMatters partners with the Employee Assistance Office at UW–Madison to offer free virtual webinars on a variety of topics that enhance wellbeing at home and in the workplace. Recordings of most webinars are made available online after the events take place. UW employees can view webinars about a wide range of wellness topics on demand, including decision-making, caregiving, mind-body wellness, parenthood and professionalism, neurodiversity in the workplace, grief and loss, and more. The recordings are available to employees at eao.wisc.edu/wellness-webinar-recordings (NetID required).

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• Applications for 2026–27 parking permits now open

  May 13, 2026

  Transportation Services is now accepting applications for base lot, Flex, accessible, park and ride, carpool, and business alternate parking permits. Approved permits will be valid Sept. 1, 2026, through Aug. 31, 2027. The first application deadline is May 29, with additional deadlines throughout the summer. Visit transportation.wisc.edu for more information.

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• Registration deadline approaching for the IT Professionals Conference

  May 13, 2026

  Registration is now open for the 2026 IT Professionals Conference on May 28 and 29. This year’s hybrid conference will feature more than 35 sessions, the 7th annual IT Recognition Awards, and a keynote by Patrick McDaniel, professor in the College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence. Hybrid registration closes May 15. Virtual registration closes May 22.

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• Professional development opportunities that drive connection and clarity

  May 13, 2026

  Registration is now open for free courses offered by Learning and Talent Development to help employees become more resilient. Personal Resilience and Accountability offers practical, research-based strategies to help build resilience, while Understanding and Leading Change provides tools on change styles and components to help manage transitions and proactively support others. Managing Stress and Finding Vitality at Work offers strategies to reframe one’s thinking and build healthier responses. Exclusively for UW people managers, Enhance Your Supervision and Management focuses on leadership, team performance, and best practices from peers.

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• Webinar focuses on the mental and emotional aspects of retirement

  May 13, 2026

  LifeMatters and the Employee Assistance Office, in partnership with Madison Benefits Services, are offering a one-hour webinar, Transition to Retirement: Preparing Mentally and Emotionally, on Tuesday, May 26, noon–1 p.m. Participants will learn about the phases of retirement; mental preparation; hazards and opportunities; and reaching a rewarding retirement. The webinar is offered at no cost to all UW–Madison employees. Register online to receive the Zoom link.

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• Transportation Services announces parking rate and program updates

  May 6, 2026

  Effective Sept. 1, 2026, there will be a 2 percent increase for most parking permits. Eligibility rules for the reduced cost permit program and rates for Flex parking, visitor parking, and Metro Transit employee bus passes will remain the same. Campus electric vehicle (EV) charging stations will be upgraded and require user fees. For more information, visit transportation.wisc.edu.

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• UW–Madison finalizes 2025–2027 compensation strategy

  May 6, 2026

  UW–Madison leadership has approved investments in employee compensation totaling $27.6 million across fiscal years 2025–2027. These investments will be accompanied by a salary structure update. The current approach is intended to support the university’s total compensation philosophy, which is to be a market-competitive employer that supports UW staff and faculty.

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