News for Employees
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UWPD Red Cross Blood Drive on April 11
The UW–Madison Police Department (UWPD) is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive on Thursday, April 11, 8 a.m.–1 p.m., at 1433 Monroe Street (next to UWPD’s main headquarters). Appointments are required. Schedule an appointment online or call 800-RED-CROSS.
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UW–Madison finalizes 2023–2024 compensation strategy
UW–Madison leadership has approved a fiscal year 2023–2024 compensation strategy. This strategy will support the university’s Total Compensation Philosophy, which is to be a market-competitive employer that supports UW staff and faculty.
The compensation strategy includes an allocation of $23.95 million in central funds to support schools, colleges, and divisions in rewarding and retaining faculty and staff, as well as assisting in addressing market-informed compensation issues. Compensation programs will include a bonus program for staff and faculty, compensation base adjustments for staff, and faculty block grants. Implementation of these programs should be completed by the end of June 2024. There will also be supplemental funding for faculty promotions and post-tenure review for the 2025 fiscal year.
Each school, college, or division is being asked to outline its processes related to employee eligibility and distribution of the central compensation funds, and to share that information with employees in their unit. Employees must meet certain eligibility criteria to receive the base salary adjustments or one-time performance bonuses. Additional information will be provided to employees as it becomes available.
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UWPD to test new one-button alert system on March 27
The UW–Madison Police Department (UWPD) has launched a new tool in an effort to speed up critical emergency notifications during a life-threatening, active threat situation. Starting this fall, UWPD has the ability to quickly press a physical “panic button” that would automatically trigger a WiscAlert emergency notification to all UW students and staff. UWPD will test the Alertus system with a campus-wide WiscAlert test on Wednesday, March 27. The test will occur at approximately 11 a.m. Members of the campus community do not need to take any action in response to the test.
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LinkedIn Learning offers pathways for career growth
Employees have access to custom UW–Madison curated pathways in LinkedIn Learning. Thousands of courses and personalized learning recommendations are available on LinkedIn Learning. Learning content can suit any schedule and be accessed on any computer or mobile device. Learn more about how to get started and explore the curated LinkedIn learning content on UW–Madison’s LinkedIn Learning web page.
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Community Open House to celebrate UW–Madison’s 175th anniversary
UW–Madison is opening its doors wide, inviting everyone to a 175th Anniversary Community Open House April 5-7. The celebration will offer something for everyone — all on campus, all open to the public, and all free. Features include a family fun fair with Wisconsin Athletics, interactive science and art activities, Bucky Badger, free samples of the 175 S’more Years ice cream and Cranniverscherry cheese, and more. For details, see the UW 175 events calendar at 175.wisc.edu/events.
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Full Showcase 2024 lineup announced
Showcase, sponsored by the Office of Strategic Consulting, is a free annual event for faculty and staff designed to celebrate and strengthen a culture of innovation and continuous improvement at UW–Madison. The event will be held Thursday, April 18, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Union South. Keynote speaker Provost Charles Isbell will share his perspectives in a fireside chat. Showcase also features eight one-hour breakout sessions, a lunch buffet, a poster exhibition, and poster flash talks. The deadline to submit a poster proposal has been extended to this Friday, March 15. Posters can be used to showcase an improvement, innovation, or successful practice to share with others. Registration to attend Showcase is limited; register by April 1 to ensure your place.
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Leaves of absence for voting and serving as an election official
With election season upon us, UW–Madison employees are encouraged to review the university’s policy regarding Leave for Voting or Serving as an Election Official. 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 election day. 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.
To serve as an election official, employees should notify their supervisor as soon as possible (notice required seven days prior to election day) and submit the UW–Madison Employee Request to Serve as an Election Official form. Employees will be granted time off work for the entire 24-hour period of each election day. All sick-leave eligible faculty, academic staff, limited appointees, or university staff are entitled to leave with pay to serve as an election official. Employees who are not sick-leave eligible may take leave without pay.
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Nominations open for FP&M Recognition Awards
Each year, Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) recognizes employees whose work adds value to UW‒Madison. Nominations are now being accepted for the FP&M 2024 Employee Recognition Awards. FP&M staff work behind the scenes keeping campus running day and night. They are responsible for the planning, maintenance, operations, safety, and sustainability of all 939 acres of campus. Any member of the campus community can nominate an FP&M employee or team for an award. Complete the nomination form online or print and submit a form in any of six languages. The nomination deadline is March 15. Learn more at go.wisc.edu/nominate-fpm.
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UW–Madison moves up in annual ranking of employers
UW–Madison ranked in the top 600 among “America’s Best Large Employers” for 2024 in a survey by Forbes. UW–Madison came in at No. 113 on the list of employers with more than 5,000 employees. In 2023, the university ranked No. 196 in the same survey. Twelve private and public sector employers with headquarters in the state of Wisconsin were recognized in the 2024 rankings, with UW–Madison ranking third. The ranking is based on a survey of about 170,000 workers at American companies and institutions with 1,000 or more employees.
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Women and Leadership Symposium call for proposals
The Women and Leadership Symposium, scheduled for June 18, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. at Union South, brings together engaged professionals for networking, professional development, and sharing of best practices. Symposium organizers are inviting proposals from dynamic speakers who would like to share their knowledge and talents with attendees. Suggested topics for breakout sessions include building influence, well-being, engagement, inclusion and diversity, relationship building and communication, career management, and personal development and workplace skills. Session proposals are due April 1. Registration for the event is open through June 3.