News for Employees
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Final call: Campus lactation space survey
Following a recent audit of campus lactation facilities, the Office of Child Care & Family Resources and UW Environmental & Occupational Health are seeking final feedback from pumping and nursing parents. This data is essential to ensuring campus spaces effectively meet the needs of the community. Current users are encouraged to complete the Lactation Room Feedback Survey by the Jan. 31 deadline.
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Spring 2026 guidance on federal immigration actions
UW remains committed to keeping the campus community informed so all can navigate rights, responsibilities and resources related to law and policy. It will not provide information on the immigration status of its students, faculty, or staff unless required by law. The university’s guidance for what to do if you are contacted by or come into contact with someone representing a government agency in a campus workspace remains unchanged and is posted.
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Showcase 2026 call for proposals and registration
The Office of Strategic Consulting is now accepting proposals for breakout sessions and posters at Showcase 2026, the annual campus event highlighting continuous improvement at UW–Madison. This free in-person event will be held at Union South on Thursday, April 23, from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Faculty and staff are encouraged to submit proposals for one-hour breakout sessions on topics related to organizational effectiveness. Breakout session proposals are due by Feb. 13. Proposals for posters are due by March 13. Registration is now open for the event.
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Webinar helps employees manage the winter blues
LifeMatters and the Employee Assistance Office are offering a virtual webinar, The Winter Blues, on Tuesday, Jan. 27, noon–1 p.m. via Zoom. The transition into the winter season can bring decreased energy and a change in mood. Participants will learn about the causes and effects of the winter blues. The webinar is offered at no cost to all UW–Madison employees. Register online to receive the Zoom link.
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Coaching course offered in person next week
Coaching and Developing Others is a free course open to all UW–Madison faculty and staff. Participants will improve the skills needed to coach others, whether that is peer to peer, supervisor to supervisee, or with family and friends. Limited seating remains for the next in-person session on Thursday, Jan. 29, 1–3:30 p.m. at 21 North Park Street, Madison. The course will also be offered online later in 2026, but those who prefer a classroom experience may wish to attend the January session. This course is part of the Fully Prepared to Lead program from Learning and Talent Development.
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Resources to build strong teams
Learning and Talent Development offers professional development opportunities to help UW–Madison employees lead, collaborate, and build trust. Influencing Teams from Within and Building Trusting Work Relationships are both free courses that are designed to strengthen team dynamics. For a more in-depth look at communication styles, individuals and teams can explore Working Better Together: Everything DiSC Workplace, a low-cost program. Emotional Intelligence@Work, a course designed to enhance workplace relationships, is offered as virtual sessions or in-person cohorts.
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Nominations open for Partners in Giving awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the Partners in Giving volunteer awards. Employees are encouraged to nominate campaign volunteers who have done outstanding work to support the campaign. The nomination deadline is Saturday, Jan. 31. Award descriptions and the nomination form are available at giving.wi.gov/awards.
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Administrative Professionals Conference call for proposals
The Administrative Professionals Conference will take place on Wednesday, April 15, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. at Union South. The conference serves UW–Madison employees and others who would like to learn professional skills across a wide range of topics, including career management, leadership, personal development and workplace skills, relationship building and communication, inclusive excellence, and well-being. Conference planners welcome proposals from interested speakers who would like to present breakout sessions in support of one or more conference themes. Session proposals are due by Feb. 6. Registration has a $125 fee and is open through March 31.
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Online conference for parents, caregivers, and professionals
Registration is now open for the Raising Wisconsin’s Children Conference: Helping Children Thrive When Life Gets Tough. This free, virtual event is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 4, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. The conference sessions provide practical, research-based strategies for parents, caregivers, and professionals supporting children and teens. Topics include resilience, emotional regulation, mindfulness, preventing burnout, and supporting teen mental health. Register online at go.wisc.edu/raisingwi.
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Nominations open for Administrative Improvement Awards
Each year, UW–Madison celebrates members of our community who provide critical administrative support to our academic, research, and outreach mission. The awards recognize improvements in customer service, processes, effectiveness, or efficiency of administrative services that have saved time, improved service delivery, or provided other benefits. The nomination deadline is Sunday, Feb. 15.