News for Employees
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May 2 Workshop Looks at Professional Goals
“Creating and Communicating Your Goals,” a free workshop open to all UW–Madison employees, is scheduled for Wednesday, May 2, 9–11 a.m. at 21 N. Park Street, Rooms 1106/1108. Participants will learn about creating, communicating, and discussing goals from both manager and employee perspectives. To register, go to go.wisc.edu/i76gwe.
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Webinar Focuses on Undocumented Students
A webinar screening for faculty and staff, “Undocumented Students in Turbulent Times: Support Them Legally, Socio-Economically & Academically,” will be held on Tuesday, May 8, 1–3 p.m. at the School of Education, Room 159. The screening is co-sponsored by the Dean of Students Office and the Multicultural Student Center. For details and to register, go to tinyurl.com/undocstudent. Those who are unable to attend can view the recorded webinar by contacting claudia.triana@studentlife.wisc.edu.
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Leadership @ UW Hosts Spring Open House
All UW–Madison faculty, staff, and students are welcome to join Leadership @ UW for a Spring Open House on Tuesday, May 1, 2–4 p.m. in the Virginia Harrison Lounge in Lathrop Hall. The Open House is a celebration of leadership, which is defined as an action-oriented endeavor not based on position or level of authority. This event showcases the efforts of UW–Madison employees and students campuswide who are engaged in leadership education and development. Featured speakers will provide remarks about the leadership framework. Refreshments will be served. The event is free and registration is requested.
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Nominations Open for FP&M 2018 Employee Recognition Awards
The Division of Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) invites anyone on campus to nominate FP&M employees, both as individuals and teams, for the 2018 Employee Recognition Awards. These awards recognize employees who make outstanding contributions in facilities and services for the UW–Madison community. Awards will be given in the areas of teamwork, innovation, customer service, commitment to excellence, and exceeding the expectations of their position. All FP&M employees are eligible. Nominations will be accepted through Friday, May 4. Details can be found online at inside.fpm.wisc.edu/employee-recognition.
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Delivering Effective Feedback Classes
UW–Madison employees who are interested in being more effective when providing feedback to others can register for a free workshop on Delivering Effective Feedback. Separate sessions are scheduled for Friday, April 20 and Thursday, June 14, 1:30–3:30 p.m. at 21 N. Park Street, Rooms 1106/1108. In this interactive workshop, attendees will learn how to provide informal or formal feedback so that people understand it and make changes that may be needed. Registrations are being accepted for the April 20 session at go.wisc.edu/v4sd38 and the June 14 session at go.wisc/u70nj6.
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Summer Blend@UW Sessions Announced
Blend@UW helps instructors design blended courses that foster deep, more active learning for students. Applications are now being accepted for five-day sessions in May, June, July, and August. Each session runs from 8 a.m. to noon daily. Applications are due by May 4 to participate in the May or June sessions, and by July 6 for the July or August sessions. Blend@UW is sponsored by DoIT Academic Technology and Educational Innovation. There is no cost to attend.
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Attend a Job Description Orientation Session
All UW–Madison employees are encouraged to attend a Title and Total Compensation Study Job Description Orientation session the week of April 23. These sessions will introduce the job description process and prepare employees for their role in the process. Employees will work with their managers or supervisors to review their job descriptions this summer and early fall. The study will result in job titles and pay ranges that are comparable to those at similar organizations, as well as clear career paths for employees. Find a session by visiting hr.wisc.edu/title-and-total-compensation-study/job-description-orientation.
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Customer Appreciation Day at DoIT Tech Store
The DoIT Tech Store’s Customer Appreciation Day is Thursday, April 26. Select Mac and iPad models will be marked down hundreds below their retail price for one day only. Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to reserve their desired products online by Friday, April 13 to ensure they are in stock. Customers can pay with their Wiscard on Customer Appreciation Day to save an additional 1 percent on their purchases. The $25 processing fee for making purchases with Payroll Deduction will be waived. Refreshments, freebies, and extended hours will be available at the Dayton Street location.
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Information & Technology Leadership Conference on April 17
Registration is now open for the Fifth Annual Information & Technology Leadership Conference on Tuesday, April 17 at Union South. Attendees will learn from leadership experts, engage with peers, and discuss topics of interest to higher education technology leadership. In addition to keynote speakers, the conference features sessions on innovation, leadership, and more. The conference runs from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (continental breakfast at 8:00 a.m.). The cost is $50, which includes refreshments and lunch.
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Excellence in Teaching Award Will Recognize Academic Staff
Nominations are open for the Alliant Energy Underkofler Excellence in Teaching Awards. These awards recognize outstanding teaching by academic staff. One member of the academic staff from the UW–Madison system will be selected for this UW System award. Nominations are submitted to campus, not UW System. Nominations of UW–Madison academic staff are due Wednesday, April 18. The nomination form is available online at apps.ohr.wisc.edu/staffdev. Contact the Secretary of the Academic Staff Office at 263-2985 with any questions.