News for Employees
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Accreditation Process Welcomes Input
As part of UW–Madison’s periodic evaluation by its regional accrediting agency, employees are invited to provide feedback on substantive matters related to the quality of the institution and its academic programs. Information on submitting comments to the Higher Learning Commission can be found at go.wisc.edu/85k4y9. All comments must be received by February 25, 2019.
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Living Wage Increasing at UW–Madison
The living wage standard at UW–Madison is increasing from $13.01 per hour to $13.27 per hour as of December 23, 2018. The increase applies to all University Staff and Temporary Employees. UW–Madison follows the City of Madison living wage standard, and is committed to paying a living wage to all University Staff in hourly positions. Employees do not receive the living wage if they are in special employment programs or if an individual indicates that a higher rate of pay would adversely affect their eligibility for benefits programs such as Social Security or disability. The living wage policy does not apply to student employees.
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Voice Your Benefits Preferences by Friday
The UW–Madison Employee Benefits Preferences Survey closes this Friday, Dec. 14. All benefits-eligible employees are asked to complete this survey, which was sent via email from universityofwisconsin@mercer.com. The responses will help shape future UW benefits programs. The survey is confidential, with all responses going directly to Mercer, an independent human resources consulting firm. Paper surveys are being provided to those employees who lack computer access or would be more comfortable responding to the survey in a language other than English.
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Winter Break Schedules for Campus and City Buses
Campus bus service will be on a reduced schedule during winter break and will not operate on major holidays. From Saturday, Dec. 22–Monday, Jan. 21, campus bus service will be on “Recess Service.” There is no campus bus service from December 23–25 and December 31–January 1. Regular campus bus service resumes Tuesday, Jan. 22. Other Madison Metro bus routes will operate on holiday schedules on December 24–25 and January 1.
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Jan. 2 is Monthly Pay Date for December Earnings
For UW–Madison employees who are paid on the first of each month, the monthly pay date for December 2018 earnings will be Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019. To avoid tax-related issues, the January 1 pay date for December earnings is paid in the new calendar year and must be the first “official banking business day” following the New Year’s holiday.
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Working at UW Will Return in January
This will be the final edition of Working at UW newsletter for 2018. Watch for our next edition on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019. Happy holidays and best wishes for the New Year!
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Child Care Grants for University Staff
The University Staff Child Care Grant program helps University Staff at UW–Madison pay for the cost of quality child care for their children. Eligible employees include permanent University Staff who demonstrate a high need for additional financial support to pay for regulated child care. Applications are accepted throughout the year. The program is administered by the Office of Child Care and Family Resources. For more information, visit occfr.wisc.edu/financial-assistance. A brochure explaining the University Staff Child Care Grant is available in English, Spanish, Hmong, Chinese, and Tibetan at the link below.
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Construction and Traffic Updates
Here are some updates on construction projects that have been impacting traffic and street closures around campus. The closed section of N. Mills Street reopens to through southbound traffic today, Wednesday, Dec. 5. The closed section of N. Charter Street will reopen to southbound traffic in early January. In addition, the City of Madison has implemented lane closures between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on the section of University Avenue between N. Mills Street and Charter Street. Updates on construction projects, detours, and impacts to Metro Transit bus routes can be found on the Transportation Services website at transportation.wisc.edu.
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Event Showcases WID Research Hubs
Research and outreach staff are encouraged to attend “Illuminating Connections” at the Wisconsin Institute of Discovery (WID) Building on Wednesday, Dec. 12 from 3–5 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with WID’s Data Science, Multi-Omics, and Illuminating Discovery Hubs. The event will highlight how the hubs can support research and outreach activities through advising, resources, and services.
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Shop the UW Holiday Gift Guide
Explore the 2018 Holiday Gift Guide to find unique gifts with a UW–Madison theme. You’ll find gift ideas from all corners of campus to suit every taste. The gift guide is available online at go.wisc.edu/giftguide.