News for Employees
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CIO listening sessions scheduled for this fall
University information technology (IT) professionals can share feedback about challenges and opportunities with Chief Information Officer Didier Contis during six listening sessions this fall. The 90-minute sessions will gather input to shape CIO priorities for the next year. These sessions are for university employees involved in planning, developing, delivering, supporting or maintaining IT services.
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Webinar helps employees get the most out of life
LifeMatters and the Employee Assistance Office are offering a virtual webinar, Getting the Most Out of Your Life, on Tuesday, Sept. 23, noon-1 p.m. via Zoom. Participants will learn about assessing their values and commitments, simplifying their lives, strategies for happiness, and more. The webinar is offered at no cost to all UW–Madison employees.
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Important leave deadline coming up on Sept. 30
The deadline for Faculty, Academic Staff, and Limited Appointees (who have or had an active leave-eligible appointment) to submit missing leave reports for fiscal year 2025 (July 1, 2024‒June 30, 2025) is Sept. 30, 2025. Employees must report either time off or “No Leave Taken” for every month of the fiscal year. If missing leave reports are not entered and approved in Workday by the Sept. 30 deadline, the employee will have their sick leave balance permanently reduced. See the instructions on Reporting No Leave Taken to learn how to check for any missing leave reports and enter reports for any months in which no leave was taken.
New this fiscal year, University exempt staff are also required to submit no leave taken, but they are not subject to sick leave reduction if they have missing leave reports. Employees who have questions should contact the human resources office in their unit.
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Free flu vaccines available on campus
University Health Services (UHS) will be offering free flu vaccine clinics throughout the fall semester in a variety of campus locations. Employees and students can receive a no-cost flu vaccine, even if they do not have proof of health insurance or if their health insurance does not cover it. Employees should bring their Wiscard and health insurance card or health insurance information to their appointments. Register for an appointment at go.wisc.edu/vaccine. COVID-19 vaccines will also be available; information about COVID-19 vaccine eligibility is provided on the registration web page.
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Academic staff invited to become mentors or mentees
The 2025–2026 Mentor Match Program invites academic staff to connect with others and grow professionally at UW–Madison. The program, offered by the Academic Staff Mentoring Committee, pairs mentors and mentees based on interests, goals, and meeting preferences. Matches commit to meeting monthly through the nine-month academic year, with access to optional events and resources focused on mentoring and career development. Sign up to be a mentor or mentee by September 12. Matches will be notified by October 3.
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Upgrade to Windows 11 before October 14
After October 14, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates or bug fixes for Windows 10, and support will end. Using unsupported operating systems can pose security risks and other problems. Employees who are still using Windows 10 should upgrade to Windows 11.
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New series helps employees take charge of their careers
Career Development@UW is a new virtual training series offered to UW–Madison employees at no cost by Learning and Talent Development. Participants will learn about strategies, tools, and resources to navigate their career path, identify opportunities for growth within UW–Madison, and develop career resilience. Hour-long sessions will be held September through December, 2025, with the first session scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 24. Employees may choose the sessions that interest them; there is no obligation to complete the entire series. Register online.
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Edvest 529 College Savings webinars and bonus offer
Wisconsin’s Edvest 529 College Savings Program enables participants to save for college costs for a child, grandchild, or loved one. A 529 account is a tax-advantaged, benefits-oriented college savings account that can be used for a variety of qualified higher education expenses. Upcoming online webinars will provide information on how 529 college savings plans work, the benefits of these accounts, and other resources available to help families plan and pay for college. Individuals who open a new Edvest account between Sept. 8 and Sept. 26, 2025, can qualify for a special bonus of $50. Register for a live webinar on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 11 am.–noon or Wednesday, Sept. 24, 11 a.m.–noon to learn more.
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Registration open for free parenting classes
The Office of Child Care and Family Resources offers free parenting classes to UW–Madison employees and students, as well as spouses and partners. These classes provide tools for navigating common parenting issues, promoting healthy child development, and improving well-being both at home and on campus. Registration for the Fall 2025 Series is now open and includes classes on sleep solutions for infants and toddlers, navigating challenging behaviors, and more. All classes are held virtually via Zoom from noon to 1:15 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
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Reminder: Accessing Workday, finding training and support
Workday went live at UW–Madison on July 7, 2025. You can access Workday — which you will use for tasks such as submitting time off, checking your payslip, updating your personal information, and more — through a new tile in MyUW or through the Workday mobile app. Refer to instructions on how to install Workday on a mobile device.
Once you have logged into Workday, you can complete training on how to use the platform by searching “UWS – Workday for All Employees” in the top search bar and selecting the course under the “Learning” category. If you need help with Workday, submit a ticket using GetHelpUW.