News for Employees
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Free webinar looks at learning styles in the workplace
LifeMatters and the Employee Assistance Office are offering a virtual webinar, Impact of Learning Styles in the Workplace, on Tuesday, Aug. 25, noon‒1 p.m. Our learning style impacts how we process information at work. Knowing our individual learning style may increase productivity, minimize errors, and reinforce self-confidence. Participants will learn about the three distinct learning styles, characteristics and challenges of each style, and tips for maximizing learning. The webinar is offered at no cost to all UW‒Madison employees. Register online to receive the Zoom link.
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Campus cooling update: Buildings to reopen Aug. 10
All buildings closed during the repair of the university’s chilled water system will reopen next week. Employees should return to their standard workplace arrangements on Aug. 10. This announcement is available in six languages on the Campus News page. Employees with questions should contact their supervisor for additional guidance.
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Employee bus pass and parking permit updates
The window to renew employee bus passes is now open, with a deadline of Aug. 31. Afternoon, night, motorcycle, moped and Lot 76 Quick Passes are now available for direct purchase from Transportation Services. The fourth deadline to apply for a base lot, Flex, park & ride or accessible permit is Aug. 18. Bus passes and 2026–27 parking permits will be valid Sept. 1, 2026, through Aug. 31, 2027. For more information, go to transportation.wisc.edu.
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Ergonomic training for employees with computer workstations
A self-directed training module, How to Create an Ergonomic Computer Workstation, is available to all UW–Madison employees at no cost. This 30-minute training provides practical tips for setting up a comfortable and safe home or office workstation. Participants will learn how to set up a workstation, improve comfort throughout the day, and get help from the Ergonomics team if needed. This training is offered by Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S), part of Facilities Planning & Management. Register in Workday Learning and complete the training at any time.
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Reminder: Leave policy for voting
With the Wisconsin Partisan Primary coming up on Aug. 11, 2026, employees are reminded of the UW–Madison policy regarding taking time off work to vote. Employees who cannot vote outside of working hours may vote during their scheduled work hours and must provide their supervisor with a written absence request prior to the day of election. Employees can arrange a flexible schedule with their supervisor that will allow them to vote or, depending on their eligibility, receive leave with pay or take leave without pay. Details are available in the Leave for Voting and Serving as an Election Official policy at policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-5059.
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Event submissions invited for Wisconsin Welcome
Campus partners, student organizations, and community partners can submit their events to be included in the Wisconsin Welcome app. Approved events for Wisconsin Welcome, which runs Aug. 29–Sept. 20, will be promoted to 8,400+ incoming students via the Wisconsin Welcome app. Submissions may be made using the Wisconsin Welcome event submission form through Aug. 14.
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Pre-Semester Teaching Institute helps instructors prepare for the start of class
New and returning instructors are invited to the Pre-Semester Teaching Institute on August 26, 9 a.m.–2:15 p.m., at The Pyle Center. This event provides focused time and expert assistance to prepare for the upcoming semester. Participants will learn strategies for addressing the impacts of generative AI on assessment, engaging students, and more. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Register online.
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Leadership and Management Development Conference invites speaker proposals
Proposals are invited through August 14 from potential speakers at the annual Leadership and Management Development Conference, scheduled for Tuesday, October 27, at Union South. The conference provides emerging and advanced leaders, as well as those who are not in a direct leadership position, with professional development. Breakout session proposals should align with conference tracks, which include strategic leadership; team development and performance management; relationship building and communication; career management; operational excellence and productivity; inclusive excellence; and wellbeing. Conference registration is also open.
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New UW–Madison listserv supports records management
All UW–Madison employees are responsible for the records they create, receive, and manage. To support employees, the UW–Madison Records Management Program now has a listserv to share information, resources, updates to records schedules, and training opportunities related to records management. The Records Management Program offers a wide range of services, including onsite visits, training, records management consultations, and information about how to transfer records to the UW Archives. To sign up for the listserv, go to go.wisc.edu/570971 and click “Join Group” or email recmgmt@library.wisc.edu.
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Upgrades to electric vehicle charging network begin soon
A project to replace electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in campus parking lots will begin on August 3. Charging stations in designated lots will be unavailable for approximately one week as new units are installed on a rolling lot-by-lot basis. EV drivers are encouraged to refer to PlugShare or other resources to find alternate charging locations during the planned outages. The new stations will be brought online as soon as installation and setup are complete. To comply with state law, the new stations will require usage fees in addition to standard parking costs. For details, please visit the Transportation Services website.