The Annual Benefits Enrollment period is currently underway and will end at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024. Employees who need more information in order to make informed decisions about benefits may wish to attend a live, virtual presentation of “Benefits 2025: What You Need to Know” today, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 3–4 p.m. via Zoom. This session includes a review of 2025 benefits changes, information on how to enroll, and time for Q&A. The recorded presentation is available for viewing 24/7 on YouTube. Links to these and other resources can be found at benefits.wisc.edu/2025.

With Election Day coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 5, employees are reminded of the UW–Madison policy regarding taking time off work to vote. 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. Details are available in the Leave for Voting and Serving as an Election Official policy at policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-5059.

As Metro Transit works to resolve the issues causing delays and cuts to bus service, UW community members are advised to use rider tools and bus trackers to plan ahead when riding the bus. Links to these resources can be found at transportation.wisc.edu.

LifeMatters and the Employee Assistance Office are offering a virtual webinar, Mind-Body Wellness, on Tuesday, Oct. 29, noon‒1 p.m. This webinar teaches skills that can help participants slow down, get centered, and get focused by using mindfulness, gentle stretching, and more. The webinar is offered at no cost to all UW‒Madison employees. Register online to receive the Zoom link.

New this year, all registered student organizations (RSOs) are required to have an advisor to ensure students receive support while growing as leaders and community-creators on campus. Many RSOs are looking for UW–Madison faculty, staff, or graduate students, as well as non-UW volunteers, to fill the role of volunteer RSO advisor. Complete the interest form by Oct. 25 for earliest consideration.