Working at UW

Pre-Semester Teaching Institute helps instructors prepare for the start of class

mgardner6 — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:41:22 +0000

New and returning instructors are invited to the Pre-Semester Teaching Institute on August 26, 9 a.m.–2:15 p.m., at The Pyle Center. This event provides focused time and expert assistance to prepare for the upcoming semester. Participants will learn strategies for addressing the impacts of generative AI on assessment, engaging students, and more. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Register online.

Leadership and Management Development Conference invites speaker proposals

mgardner6 — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:41:14 +0000

Proposals are invited through August 14 from potential speakers at the annual Leadership and Management Development Conference, scheduled for Tuesday, October 27, at Union South. The conference provides emerging and advanced leaders, as well as those who are not in a direct leadership position, with professional development. Breakout session proposals should align with conference tracks, which include strategic leadership; team development and performance management; relationship building and communication; career management; operational excellence and productivity; inclusive excellence; and wellbeing. Conference registration is also open.

New UW–Madison listserv supports records management

mgardner6 — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:41:03 +0000

All UW–Madison employees are responsible for the records they create, receive, and manage. To support employees, the UW–Madison Records Management Program now has a listserv to share information, resources, updates to records schedules, and training opportunities related to records management. The Records Management Program offers a wide range of services, including onsite visits, training, records management consultations, and information about how to transfer records to the UW Archives. To sign up for the listserv, go to go.wisc.edu/570971 and click “Join Group” or email recmgmt@library.wisc.edu.

Upgrades to electric vehicle charging network begin soon

mgardner6 — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:40:51 +0000

A project to replace electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in campus parking lots will begin on August 3. Charging stations in designated lots will be unavailable for approximately one week as new units are installed on a rolling lot-by-lot basis. EV drivers are encouraged to refer to PlugShare or other resources to find alternate charging locations during the planned outages. The new stations will be brought online as soon as installation and setup are complete. To comply with state law, the new stations will require usage fees in addition to standard parking costs. For details, please visit the Transportation Services website.

Professional development courses now in Workday

mgardner6 — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:47:42 +0000

UW–Madison employees have access to a wide range of courses, programs, conferences, and workshops, including many that are offered at no cost. Beginning in July, most Learning and Talent Development courses will be available in Workday. Details, including registration links, can be found on the web page for each course. Many registration links will direct employees to enroll in courses in Workday. Employees can subscribe to the Next Level newsletter to receive monthly updates on the professional development opportunities available to UW–Madison employees.

Student Supervisor Certificate program invites applications

mgardner6 — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:47:32 +0000

Applications are now open for the 2026–27 Student Supervisor Certificate (SSC). The cohort-based, 8-course program recognizes student employment as a high-impact practice and equips supervisors with the tools, resources, and community needed to support student success. Any UW–Madison professional staff member who directly supervises student employees — regardless of department, location, years of experience, or number of students supervised — is eligible to apply. Applications are due August 10.

New Teams group connects administrative staff exploring AI at work

mgardner6 — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:47:21 +0000

Administrative staff exploring AI at work have a new way to connect. The Administrative AI Exchange is a Microsoft Teams community where staff in human resources, finance, facilities, and other administrative functions can ask questions, share their experiences, and learn how peers across the university are approaching AI. The group is informal and open to everyone at UW–Madison, including those who are exploring or adopting AI.

Where to find updates on campus cooling issues

mgardner6 — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:47:08 +0000

UW–Madison campus buildings are experiencing higher than normal temperatures and humidity due to a broken chilled water line. Based on current information, repairs to the broken chilled water line are expected to be completed before students return for the fall semester. UW–Madison maintains a Campus Cooling Issues news page with updates on the impacts to campus operations. Information is provided in six languages.

The page also includes Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) that address employee concerns, building operation, information about working and staying safe in the heat, parking and transportation, and more. Employees with questions should contact their supervisor or manager for additional guidance.

Parking permit updates from Transportation Services

mgardner6 — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:32:02 +0000

Applications for 2026–27 parking permits have reopened for a second round. Employees who have not yet applied can submit an application by the July 21 deadline. Approved permits will be valid September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2027. The first round of parking permit offers was emailed on July 2 and must be accepted by the July 21 deadline. If you applied but did not receive an assignment in the first round, no action is required. Your application will remain on the waiting list for consideration in future rounds. For more information about campus parking permits, visit transportation.wisc.edu.

Professional development contributes to positive workplaces

mgardner6 — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:31:55 +0000

The actions employees take every day can contribute to a positive workplace experience for everyone. Learning and Talent Development offers professional development opportunities that can enhance leadership skills and build the confidence to respond to workplace concerns. Employees with these skills help build a workplace where people feel connected and empowered. Most courses and cohort programs are open to UW–Madison employees at no cost.