News for Employees
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LinkedIn Learning now integrated with Workday Learning
The LinkedIn Learning catalog is now integrated with Workday Learning. To access LinkedIn Learning, employees should log into Workday. To find courses, choose > Learning > Topics > LinkedIn Learning. The LinkedIn Learning account integrated with Workday is not the same account that UW–Madison employees have been using in the past.
Most UW–Madison employees will lose access to the previous version of LinkedIn Learning on Dec. 1, 2025. Employees with existing LinkedIn Learning accounts who want to keep their learning history must connect their previous LinkedIn account to their personal LinkedIn profile before Dec. 1, 2025. Their learning history from the previous version will then be displayed in the new version of LinkedIn Learning. Any courses completed in the new version of LinkedIn Learning will appear in both the employee’s history and their Workday Learning transcript.
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Partners in Giving: Build a Better Tomorrow Together
The 2025–26 Partners in Giving campaign is still underway. Across campus, UW–Madison employees are participating in events and friendly competitions to support charities of all sizes. The fall campaign runs from Oct. 6 to Dec. 2, 2025, but UW employees can give through May 15, 2026. If you plan to donate through payroll deduction, please make your pledge during the fall campaign. Visit giving.wi.gov to make your pledge today.
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LinkUW providing HR and finance services to units
LinkUW is transforming the delivery of administrative services across UW–Madison, now supporting 30 units. Employees in these units are now receiving assistance with a range of requests, including payroll, benefits, purchasing, travel and expense management, and general support. LinkUW builds on existing strengths and aims to improve consistency and the overall employee service experience. Learn which units are participating and more about the services being provided at linkuw.wisc.edu.
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EdVest 529 college savings webinars and bonus offer
Wisconsin’s Edvest 529 College Savings Program enables participants to save for college costs for a child, grandchild, or loved one. A 529 account is a tax-advantaged, benefits-oriented college savings account that can be used for a variety of qualified higher education expenses. Upcoming online webinars will provide information on how 529 college savings plans work, the benefits of these accounts, and other resources available to help families plan and pay for college. Individuals who open a new Edvest account by Dec. 5, 2025, can qualify for a special bonus of $100. Visit edvest.com for details.
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UW campus winter parking rules in effect Nov. 15
From 2-6 a.m., parking is not allowed or restricted in certain lots regardless of weather conditions. The parking restrictions help facilitate snow removal. Please report snowy, slippery or icy conditions in campus parking lots to Transportation Services. Visit transportation.wisc.edu for details.
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Learning module introduces employees to data governance and responsible use
Data@UW ‒ Data Governance and Responsible Use is a new, interactive learning module designed to introduce all UW–Madison employees to institutional data and their individual responsibilities. This 30-minute, self-paced module shares crucial steps to maintain the security of the institutional data we collect and use every day. This data includes social security numbers, benefits elections, financial data, cybersecurity information, student records, and, for many, increased access to these data in Workday. The course is hosted in Workday and requires a NetID to register.
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Virtual Replay: Administrative Professionals Conference
The most popular sessions from the Administrative Professionals Conference that took place in April 2026 will be offered again as a Virtual Replay on Thursday, Dec. 4, at no cost to UW–Madison employees. The Virtual Replay is designed for employees who are eager to grow professionally across a wide range of topics, including career management, inclusive excellence, leadership, personal development and workplace skills, and well-being. All sessions will be livestreamed through Webex Events. Register to secure your participation.
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Volunteer Policy updated
UW–Madison has updated its Volunteer Policy (UW-5001), which outlines who qualifies as a University Volunteer, the types of volunteer roles, and the safeguards in place to ensure safe, ethical, and effective service. If you work with volunteers or want to learn more, consider joining the Volunteer Managers Community of Practice to connect with peers, share resources, and stay informed.
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Webinar helps employees reduce caregiver stress
LifeMatters and the Employee Assistance Office are offering a virtual webinar, Pathways to Hearing Self and Others, on Tuesday, Nov. 25, noon-1 p.m. via Zoom. Participants will learn how to identify signs of caregiver stress and how to care for themselves while also caring for others. The webinar is offered at no cost to all UW–Madison employees.
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Three free flu vaccine clinics on campus remain
There is still time to get a flu vaccine on campus. University Health Services (UHS) is offering free flu vaccine clinics in a variety of campus locations on Nov. 5, Nov. 19, and Dec. 2. All vaccine clinics run from 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Employees and students can receive a no-cost flu vaccine, even if they don’t have proof of health insurance or if their health insurance does not cover it. Employees should bring their Wiscard and health insurance card or health insurance information to their appointments. Register for an appointment at go.wisc.edu/vaccine. COVID-19 vaccines will also be available; information about COVID-19 vaccine eligibility is provided on the registration web page.