News for Employees
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Antivirus Solutions to Replace Symantec
The UW–Madison license for Symantec Antivirus will end on June 24 for students and July 31 for faculty and staff. University-owned devices (including Windows and macOS) should be running Cisco AMP, the university’s centrally managed endpoint security software. Your IT administrator will handle the removal and update to the new Cisco AMP tool. If you have downloaded and installed Symantec Antivirus on your personal device, you must remove it before June 24 (for students) or July 31 (for faculty/staff). The Office of Cybersecurity has recommended antivirus solutions for personally owned devices.
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Round One Parking Application Deadline Extended
The deadline to apply for parking permits for parking year 2020–21 (Sept. 1, 2020–Aug. 31, 2021) has been extended. The first application period (“round one”) is now open until June 26. UW–Madison employees who have already submitted their parking permit applications can make changes to their application, if desired. Additional information is available at transportation.wisc.edu.
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TTC Project Announces 2021 Timeline
UW–Madison, in consultation with UW System, has decided to extend the Title and Total Compensation (TTC) Project timeline, delaying the scheduled implementation of new titles and position descriptions until 2021. The shift will allow time for employees, supervisors, and human resources (HR) departments to focus on the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The new timeline will also help ensure that employee conversations about position descriptions and TTC title placement can safely occur. As plans become clearer in the coming months, the TTC Project will announce when project activities will resume, including conversations that need to take place in person. The TTC Project Team will update content in the Resource Library and on the project website at go.wisc.edu/ttcproject as new information becomes available.
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Bystander Intervention Workshop Supports Inclusion in the Workplace
An interactive workshop for UW employees, “Bystander Intervention: Stepping in with Care and Confidence,” helps participants develop the necessary skills to identify, intervene, and interrupt behaviors that negatively impact the workplace. Using real-life scenarios, participants will practice multiple bystander intervention options, including what to say. The free, four-hour workshop is offered once a month through December, 2020. Advance registration is required. This course is part of the Inclusion@UW program offered by Learning and Talent Development.
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Administrative Transformation Program Presents Virtual Update
All UW–Madison employees are invited to attend a program update from the Administrative Transformation Program (ATP), an initiative to redesign the processes, policies, and technology that support UW’s finance, human resources, and research administration operations. The update can be viewed live on the ATP website and YouTube channel on Wednesday, June 17, 10–11 a.m. The recorded presentation will be posted on the ATP website at a later date. Details are available at atp.vcfa.wisc.edu.
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Updates for Employees Who Are Working Remotely
In response to COVID-19 and concerns about health and safety, many employees have been working remotely. These employees should continue to work remotely until instructed otherwise by their supervisor, human resources contact, dean, or director. Campus operations will resume gradually, with health and safety protocols for UW–Madison employees and students in place. Campus leadership will provide a more detailed plan for returning to work later this summer. Those employees who have been working on campus to maintain essential operations will continue to do so. Employees are encouraged to visit covid19.wisc.edu for the latest information on the campus response to the pandemic.
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Nominations Open for Outstanding Women of Color Awards
The UW–Madison Outstanding Women of Color Awards acknowledge and honor women of color among UW–Madison faculty, staff, students, and in the Greater Madison community. The awards recognize contributions in one or more of the following areas: social justice, activism, and advocacy on behalf of disadvantaged, marginalized populations; community service; scholarly research, writing, speaking and/or teaching on race, ethnicity and indigeneity in U.S. society; and community building on- or off-campus to create an inclusive and respectful environment for all. The winners will be announced at the annual Diversity Form on Tuesday, October 27. Nominations are due Monday, September 14, and may be submitted at go.wisc.edu/s5v6e7. If you have questions, contact owoc.nomination@cdo.wisc.edu.
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Connect, Learn and Grow Series Adds New Topics
The Connect, Learn and Grow series offers virtual learning and connection at no cost for UW–Madison employees. In the episodes now available, panelists and presenters address topics such as finding balance and motivation, meditative drawing, stress-relieving exercise at home, career conversations, and effective virtual meetings. Episodes vary in length from about 30 minutes to an hour. Future topics will include: making sense of current climate, personal resiliency, and recognizing and addressing conflict. This is one of many Virtual Learning offerings from Learning and Talent Development.
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Road Closures and Detours
Essential construction projects continue on campus. The eastbound lane of Observatory Drive between Bascom Hall and North Hall has reopened. All of Observatory Drive is now open between Park and Charter Streets. Park Street southbound between Langdon Street and Lathrop Drive will be closed until October 2020. For additional updates to vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian travel on campus, visit transportation.wisc.edu.
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Employee Emergency Loan Program Available
UW–Madison has established an emergency loan program to provide assistance to those employees who are experiencing financial hardship because they have been placed on Position-Specific Furlough or are working reduced hours in a Work-Share program. The loans are available at zero percent interest. For employees paid biweekly, the maximum amount of the loan is equal to their take home pay for two pay periods. For employees paid monthly, the maximum amount of the loan is equal to their take home pay for one pay period.
Although all aspects of the loan process can be completed online, employees can also arrange to pick up a paper application, drop off a completed application, or pick up a check for the loan amount. Important information, including the application form and promissory note, is available in multiple languages. Employees on voluntary leave without pay, voluntary reduction of hours, or Campus-Wide, Intermittent Furlough are not eligible for an emergency loan. Additional details and the application form are available at go.wisc.edu/i5t2kj.