News for Employees
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Bus stop at University and Lake closed for construction
Buses will not be able to use bus stop No. 0670 on University Avenue at Lake Street due to construction, starting April 1. Passengers should board at the intersection of University Avenue at Park Street or University at Francis Street. The stop is expected to be closed into 2018.
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Construction near three UW Health locations on South Park Street
Throughout April, May and June, city sewer line construction is planned for Regent Street, between Camp Randall Stadium and West Washington Avenue. This could affect visitors to three UW Health locations: 1 S. Park Clinic, 20 S. Park Clinic and 202 S. Park Clinic. When visiting these locations, UW Health recommends avoiding Regent Street and allowing extra travel time. Although the construction project will not block access to UW Health facilities, traffic in the area will be slowed, particularly during busy drive times.
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Heller: Take part in University Staff Congress
Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration Laurent Heller is encouraging University Staff members to participate in shared governance, as it’s election season for the University Staff Congress. The deadline to file a Declaration of Candidacy is April 10. Heller also stresses the importance of making time available to Congressional representatives to participate – without loss of pay or leave time – in the once-a-month meetings of the Congress. Read Heller’s full letter.
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UW-Madison strives for a drug-free workplace
All faculty and staff are strongly encouraged to help make UW-Madison a drug-free workplace. Learn what the laws and expectations are, what some of the most commonly abused substances are, and how you can find help for yourself or others if you encounter a drug or alcohol problem.
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Title IX Coordinator finalists to make campus presentations
The Office of Compliance invites the university community to attend presentations by the finalists for the UW-Madison Title IX Coordinator position. Title IX (“title nine”) is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in educational programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance. Each finalist will provide a 30-minute presentation on the basics of Title IX as it applies to higher education, followed by a 15-minute audience Q&A. Nicholas Oleksy, Title IX investigator, University Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, Ohio University, will present from 12:30-1:15 p.m., April 11 in Bascom Room 55. Lauren Hasselbacher, Senior investigator, Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance, University of Colorado Boulder, will present from 12:30-1:15 p.m. April 12 in Bascom Room 55.
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BCycle free rides during Grand Opening week
In partnership with UW Transportation Services, Madison BCycle is offering free 30-minute rides during their Grand Opening week, March 26 to April 1. Riders can redeem promo code “20176736” at any Madison BCycle station. The code activates a 24-hour pass that allows unlimited 30-minute rides. UW Transportation Services has a partnership with Madison BCycle for discounted annual passes for UW-Madison students, faculty and staff. To get an annual pass for $20 (a $65 value), sign up with your UW email and use these promo codes: UW students (code WISCSTUDENT), UW & UW Health employees (code WISCFACULTY) and UW Extension employees (code UWEXTENSION).
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Terrace season has traditional, new programs
Memorial Union Terrace will open this season with the community’s favorite traditions, new events, and new dining and recreation options. Noticeably missing will be construction nearby on Memorial Union’s first floor, which opened in December 2016 and will be open this Terrace season. The return of Terrace season will include the return of Terrace After Dark, a summer-long event series that blends music and film with warm summer nights. The opening date for the Memorial Union Terrace has not yet been determined. The Terrace generally opens in mid- to late April, depending on the weather.
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Lot 3 closes to make way for music center
Lot 3 will close permanently April 1, 2017, as construction begins on the new Music Performance Center. In light of this closure, Lot 3 base lot permit holders are being relocated; permit holders, please check your emails for more information. All vehicles must be removed from Lot 3 by 7 a.m. on Saturday, April 1. Any vehicles in the lot past 7 a.m. will be towed at the owner’s expense. -
Life insurance premium, coverage info available
UW-Madison employees’ new State Group Life Insurance premium and coverage level, effective April 1, is available by visiting https://uwservice.wisc.edu/administration/sgl-notice/. It’s based on your age as of April 1 each year and your highest calendar year of Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) earnings. If you have changed age categories, or have had a salary change since April 1, 2016, then your premium may change effective April 1, 2017. Premiums will be reflected on the March 30, 2017 paycheck for University Staff paid biweekly and the March 31, 2017 paycheck for Faculty/Academic Staff/Limited Appointees paid monthly. If you did not have an age category or salary change, your premium will remain the same. If you have questions, contact your human resources office.
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Adobe Creative now licensed for work and home
Currently employed UW-Madison faculty and staff can now access Adobe Creative Cloud with a breadth of Adobe services at no cost to them, both at home and at work. Previously, UW-Madison faculty and staff could use Adobe Creative Cloud desktop apps at no cost on work devices only. Creative Cloud is Adobe’s suite of graphic design, video editing, web development, photography, and cloud services. Access Adobe Cloud and Services by following the directions outlined here: https://kb.wisc.edu/69772. Check with your area’s IT staff before installing any software on UW-owned computers.