News for Employees
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Register for the ATP Status Update
All faculty and staff are invited to attend the Administrative Transformation Program’s next virtual Status Update on Wednesday, Nov. 10 at 10 a.m. ATP is a multiyear program that will rebuild the processes, policies, and technology used to manage our financial, research administration, and human resources operations across the UW System. Please register by November 5.
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Finalists Chosen for Associate Vice Chancellor for FP&M
Five finalists for the next associate vice chancellor for Facilities Planning and Management have been selected for on-campus interviews and presentations. All presentations will be posted after November 10, and an online candidate feedback form will be available on the search webpage. There are three more opportunities to hear from these candidates next week. The application materials for the first two candidates are available online, and the application materials for the remaining candidates will be posted at the end of this week. All members of the campus community are invited to participate in the public presentations.
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New Resource Supports Career Development
A new Career Development Community of Practice (CoP) is being launched by Adult Career and Special Student Services. The CoP will provide employees with an opportunity to share information, resources, and experiences related to careers. Any UW–Madison employee interested in further developing their career path or growing within their current position is welcome to participate. A kickoff meeting of the new Career Development CoP will be held virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, Nov. 16, from noon–1:30 p.m. Registration is requested.
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Employee Letters Will Provide New Salary Ranges
By November 1, academic staff, university staff, and limited appointees will receive a letter that will confirm their job title and new salary range. The letter will have a website link to the university’s new market-informed salary structure that will be published on November 1. These changes are a result of the Title and Total Compensation Project. If an employee’s current salary is below their new salary range, they will receive a pay increase effective November 7, 2021, to the minimum of their salary range. For more information, visit go.wisc.edu/ttcproject.
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More Flu Shot Clinics Added
Flu shot clinics are scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 27, at Nielsen Tennis Stadium and Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the University Club. Appointments are encouraged but not required; drop-ins are also welcome. There is no cost to employees, with or without proof of insurance. For details, go to uhs.wisc.edu/medical/flu-shots.
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2021 Diversity Forum Takes Place Next Week
The 2021 Diversity Forum, “Rising Above and Reshaping our World in the Image of Justice,” takes place on November 2 and 3 as a hybrid conference and features keynote presentations by Stop AAPI Hate co-founder Dr. Russell Jeung and Pose co-creator Steven Canals. Learn more and register at go.wisc.edu/df21.
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Save the Date — Appreciation Event for Second and Third Shift Staff
A late-night event will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 11 p.m. to 1 a.m., at Union South to recognize the contributions of UW–Madison’s second and third shift staff. The event, entitled “Celebrating Our Community,” will include a buffet meal, presentations from campus leadership, and time to socialize with colleagues. All second and third shift employees are encouraged to attend. Employees should notify their supervisor if they plan to attend. The event is co-sponsored by the Division of Diversity, Equity & Educational Achievement (DDEEA) and the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration (VCFA). More information will be provided to employees in multiple languages in the coming days.
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Enroll in Annual Benefits by October 22
The Annual Benefits Enrollment period ends this Friday, Oct. 22, at 4:30 p.m. This is the only time you can make changes to certain benefits without having an eligible life event or qualifying employment change during the year. In addition, certain benefits you may be enrolled in require action each year. Employees should choose their 2022 benefits via Self Service in MyUW. Find helpful information about benefits enrollment at benefits.wisc.edu/2022.
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All Employees Required to Complete Cybersecurity Awareness Training
Cybersecurity awareness training is required for all UW–Madison faculty and staff. Employees who do not complete this training will be deemed ineligible for pay adjustments and bonuses determined by their local schools, colleges, or divisions and ineligible for pay plan increases. There are two training options to choose from, including text-based training that is accessible to all users and provided in six languages. In order to be eligible for pay adjustments and bonuses, employees must also have completed sexual harassment prevention training, must have met performance expectations as identified in their last performance evaluation, and supervisors must have completed performance evaluations for the employees they supervise. Links to the Cybersecurity Awareness Training module and other details are available at go.wisc.edu/cybersecurityawareness.
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Partners in Giving Campaign Invites Gifts of All Sizes
Through Partners in Giving, UW–Madison employees can donate to the local, national, and international charities of their choice. In a new video, Jeff Russell and Jeff Novak, co-chairs for the 2021-22 campaign, invite you to learn more and make a difference. Online pledges can be made through payroll deduction or by credit card at giving.wi.gov. Employees can also contribute using a paper pledge form and mail in or email their pledge. More details about ways to obtain a paper pledge form can be found at giving.wi.gov/about-us/options-for-giving. Even small gifts of $1, $5 or $10 per pay period add up to make a positive impact in our community and around the world. The “Making an Impact” campaign runs through November 30, 2021. Contributions will be welcomed through May 2022.