Working at UW

Resources to build strong teams

mgardner6 — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:33:00 +0000

Learning and Talent Development offers professional development opportunities to help UW–Madison employees lead, collaborate, and build trust. Influencing Teams from Within and Building Trusting Work Relationships are both free courses that are designed to strengthen team dynamics. For a more in-depth look at communication styles, individuals and teams can explore Working Better Together: Everything DiSC Workplace, a low-cost program. Emotional Intelligence@Work, a course designed to enhance workplace relationships, is offered as virtual sessions or in-person cohorts.

Nominations open for Partners in Giving awards

mgardner6 — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:32:51 +0000

Nominations are now being accepted for the Partners in Giving volunteer awards. Employees are encouraged to nominate campaign volunteers who have done outstanding work to support the campaign. The nomination deadline is Saturday, Jan. 31. Award descriptions and the nomination form are available at giving.wi.gov/awards.

Administrative Professionals Conference call for proposals

mgardner6 — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:32:43 +0000

The Administrative Professionals Conference will take place on Wednesday, April 15, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. at Union South. The conference serves UW–Madison employees and others who would like to learn professional skills across a wide range of topics, including career management, leadership, personal development and workplace skills, relationship building and communication, inclusive excellence, and well-being. Conference planners welcome proposals from interested speakers who would like to present breakout sessions in support of one or more conference themes. Session proposals are due by Feb. 6. Registration has a $125 fee and is open through March 31.

Online conference for parents, caregivers, and professionals

mgardner6 — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:32:28 +0000

Registration is now open for the Raising Wisconsin’s Children Conference: Helping Children Thrive When Life Gets Tough. This free, virtual event is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 4, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. The conference sessions provide practical, research-based strategies for parents, caregivers, and professionals supporting children and teens. Topics include resilience, emotional regulation, mindfulness, preventing burnout, and supporting teen mental health. Register online at go.wisc.edu/raisingwi.

Nominations open for Administrative Improvement Awards

mgardner6 — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:43:36 +0000

Each year, UW–Madison celebrates members of our community who provide critical administrative support to our academic, research, and outreach mission. The awards recognize improvements in customer service, processes, effectiveness, or efficiency of administrative services that have saved time, improved service delivery, or provided other benefits. The nomination deadline is Sunday, Feb. 15.

Call for proposals: 2026 Teaching & Learning Symposium

mgardner6 — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:43:27 +0000

Faculty, academic staff, post-docs, and graduate students are invited to share the innovative ways they are enhancing learning and creating connections among students. Breakout session and poster proposals are being accepted for the 2026 Teaching & Learning Symposium: Cultivating Connection on May 14. Details are available at tlsymposium.wisc.edu/call. This year, there will be a special track of sessions as part of the Wisconsin Exchange, so submissions related to the topic of dialogue across diverse perspectives are encouraged. Proposals are due by Jan. 23.

Upcoming online sessions for prospective volunteer tutors

mgardner6 — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:43:18 +0000

The Volunteer Tutoring Program at UW‒Madison matches employees and visiting scholars with tutors who provide one-on-one instruction in English conversation, basic English skills for reading and writing, or learning about United States culture. Learners and tutors agree on the meeting times and locations that work best for them. Free online training for tutors is available. Informational sessions about becoming a tutor will be held online via Zoom on Thursday, Jan. 22 and Tuesday, Jan. 27. Advance registration is not required, and there is no obligation to volunteer after attending. UW‒Madison employees, students, and community members are all welcome to volunteer.

Registration open for free parenting classes

mgardner6 — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:43:07 +0000

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 Spring 2026 Series is now open and includes classes on tantrums and meltdowns, the power of play, digital-age parenting, practical support for speech, play, and feeding, and more. All classes are held virtually via Zoom on Thursdays from noon to 1:15 p.m.

Bus service reduced and some parking rules waived for winter holidays

mgardner6 — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:38:25 +0000

With some exceptions, UW parking permits will not be required on Dec. 24, 25, and 31, and on Jan. 1 and 19. Many parking rules will be waived on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2. Campus and city bus routes will operate reduced or modified schedules throughout UW winter break. For details, visit transportation.wisc.edu.

Nominations open for faculty award for graduate student mentoring

mgardner6 — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:38:14 +0000

The new Faculty Award for Excellence in Graduate Student Mentoring recognizes faculty members who demonstrate exceptional dedication to the growth, success, and well-being of graduate students at UW–Madison. This award highlights faculty whose engagement goes beyond standard advising expectations and reflects exemplary, evidence-based mentoring practices. Nominations are due Jan. 16.