Category Employee News
Plan ahead for weekend winter storm; campus operating normally
The University of Wisconsin–Madison plans to as operate normally as possible Friday and through the holiday weekend as a new winter storm is forecast to hit the region Friday and into Saturday, followed by bitter cold temperatures that will last until the middle of next week. Read More
Search begins for next School of Education dean
A search is underway for the next dean of the School of Education to lead the school's academic and executive affairs at one of the nation's most prominent schools of education. Listening sessions on Jan. 16 and 17 will give community members the opportunity to provide input and ask questions. The application for full consideration is March 18. Read More
Plan ahead for winter weather; campus operations remain normal
Employees are encouraged to make plans to account for possible travel delays and potential school or childcare closures. Notify supervisors and make alternate arrangements, as outlined in UW–Madison's Inclement Weather Policy. Ensuring your safety should always be a top priority. Read More
15 Badgers recognized among Wisconsin’s Most Influential Black Leaders for 2023
Current and former UW–Madison students and employees received recognition from Madison365 for their tremendous contributions to Wisconsin's Black community across their diverse fields, from public health and education, to finance, public service and law. Read More
Regents support legislative compromise resolution
The Board of Regents approved by an 11-6 vote an agreement between the Universities of Wisconsin and state legislative leadership that moves forward critical priorities of UW campuses across Wisconsin, including the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read More
Regents vote against legislative compromise resolution
On Dec. 9, the Board of Regents voted against a resolution that would have endorsed a compromise proposal between the Universities of Wisconsin, UW–Madison and legislative leadership. Read More
Campus community invited to listening sessions on recruitment for vice chancellor for research
Formerly known as the vice chancellor for research and graduate education, the vice chancellor for research will have an enhanced focus on UW–Madison’s research enterprise. The campus community is invited to attend an upcoming virtual listening session as the search and screen committee begins the recruitment process. Read More
University Relations leader to retire in 2024
Following a distinguished career leading the University of Wisconsin—Madison’s government and corporate relations, communications and marketing efforts, Vice Chancellor for University Relations Charles Hoslet will retire at the end of the 2023-24 academic year. Read More
UW leaders, governance discuss future of pay plan
University of Wisconsin–Madison leaders continue to meet with shared governance leaders to discuss the path forward for a pay plan for UW employees. Read More
Chancellor Mnookin statement on employee pay raises
The following message can be viewed in multiple languages. Español Hmoob བོད་སྐད Tibetan 中文 Chinese नेपाली Nepali On Oct. 17,… Read More
Workday launch revised to July 2025
The revised timeline allows for thorough product and process testing; integration of ancillary systems (current systems, tools, or applications that will interact with Workday); and the effective adoption of business process changes. Read More
Be part of something bigger, be a Partner in Giving
Partners in Giving provides much-needed support to the essential services and charitable work of more than 500 organizations. The 2023 campaign theme is “Be Part of Something Bigger” — a tribute to the power our charitable contributions can have in the community when we come together. Read More
Hess announces decision to step down as School of Education dean
Diana Hess, dean of UW's School of Education since 2015, will return to the faculty in summer 2024, leaving a legacy of growth, excellence and innovation at one of the nation’s most prominent schools of education. Read More
UW–Madison prepares for possible federal shutdown
Campus offices began preparing for a possible federal government shutdown for several weeks. Detailed guidance for areas in which campus operations may be affected will be distributed. The goal is to provide support, limit disruption and disseminate information as it is available. Read More
UW–Madison monitoring extreme heat in Wisconsin
The National Weather Service has forecast extreme heat for Wisconsin this week through Thursday evening, including an Excessive Heat Warning. The university remains open for… Read More
In first week, Provost Charles Isbell begins to settle into his new academic home
Most recently the dean of the College of Computing at Georgia Tech, Charles Isbell began Aug. 1 as provost at the UW–Madison. Read More
2nd and 3rd shift Employee Ice Cream Social planned for Aug. 16
All second- and third-shift employees are invited to attend the Aug. 16 ice cream social at the Bakke Recreation and Wellbeing Center. Read More
Symposium on Laboratory Lifecycle Management report published
The Symposium on Laboratory Lifecycle Management, held in the winter of 2022, brought together researchers, facilities experts, real estate professionals and design and construction experts… Read More
UW–Madison earns ‘Above & Beyond’ honor for supporting military employees
The award recognizes UW for going “above and beyond” what the law requires for Guard and Reserve employees—from continuity of pay to extending health insurance benefits during deployments, drills and other military obligations, which military employees often must take on short notice. Read More
Two deans reappointed after 5-year reviews
Grainger Dean of the College of Engineering Ian Robertson and Division of Extension Dean Karl Martin have agreed to accept reappointment to their positions. Read More