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Rob Cramer to serve as UW–Madison’s interim associate vice chancellor of Facilities Planning & Management
Cramer will lead FP&M’s extensive operations, projects and initiatives, and will play an important role in the campus response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
October survey seeks employee input in spring plans
The survey asks how the university can support faculty and staff, whether they are already working on-site or will be at some future time. The survey also requests input on improvements in the campus response to COVID-19.
Campus to resume some in-person activities, maintain strict health measures
"These and other efforts can allow us to complete this semester without further interruptions, if they are combined with serious attention to health protocols both on-campus and off-campus," says Chancellor Rebecca Blank.
Chancellor, other top campus leaders to conduct Smart Restart YouTube events
A pair of Smart Restart updates, one focused on graduate students and the second for the full campus community, are set for Aug. 19 and Aug. 21. Panelists will include Chancellor Rebecca Blank and a group of vice chancellors and other officials.
Lonnie Berger to be associate vice chancellor in the social sciences
Berger will provide leadership for divisional area faculty recruitment and retention, grant matches, research center reviews, faculty awards and professorships, and fall competition awards.
Gittens to serve as UW–Madison’s interim chief diversity officer
“This is a crucial role on our campus at a time when continued progress on equity and inclusion is not only expected but essential,” says Chancellor Rebecca Blank. “We are very fortunate to have someone with Dr. Gittens’ experience and skill to lead this effort."
Chief Diversity Officer Sims to depart for provost role in North Carolina
“We know there is much more to be done to increase the diversity of our university community," says Chancellor Rebecca Blank. "Patrick has been an important leader in these efforts. Our commitment is strong and will continue.”
Meyerand, Zumbrunnen named vice provosts; Cramer to continue in special role
The three will oversee faculty and staff affairs, teaching and learning, and instructional continuity. "This will be an all-hands-on-deck year, to be sure," says Provost Karl Scholz.
University of Wisconsin Law School dean named
Daniel P. Tokaji has been a professor at The Ohio State State University Moritz College of Law since 2003, serving as associate dean for faculty since 2018. “Serving as dean of the University of Wisconsin Law School is my dream job,” he says.
Wilcots named dean of College of Letters & Science
The former interim dean, Eric Wilcots has championed a collaborative approach to decision-making and has consistently worked to advance the level of research and scholarship in the college.
New order aims to promote public safety in campus gathering spots
The university has adopted a new order to ensure public safety through physical distancing and related public health measures as campus prepares to reopen.
Noyes named vice provost for academic operations
Noyes will focus on administrative, operational, financial, and curricular matters, including coordination and augmentation of operational efficiencies of school and college interactions and communications with the Provost's Office.
Chancellor: UW plans for a safe return this fall
Chancellor Blank explains how the university will operate this fall to ensure students receive a full educational program while maintaining the safety of the campus community.
Jake Smith named secretary of academic staff
The secretary of the academic staff serves as a resource for the more than 10,000 academic staff members, acting as a liaison between the Academic Staff Executive Committee and university administration, and assisting on any other matters related to shared governance.
Public presentations scheduled for vice provost for teaching and learning candidates
The vice provost for teaching and learning provides campuswide leadership by convening and partnering with a number of committees and councils to enhance teaching and learning, enrich educational innovation, and provide leadership on academic and curricular policies, guidelines and practices.
Interim Extension official to lead division permanently
Karl Martin "has thoroughly demonstrated his leadership qualities since arriving at Extension, and his term as interim has shown that he is the right choice to lead the unit in the long term,” UW–Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank says.
Extension finalists to visit campus virtually
Information on the finalists for dean and director of the Division of Extension will be made available 48 hours prior to their visits April 6, 7, 10 and 13. Presentation videos of all four will be posted on April 13.
Guidance to employees on telecommuting
In response to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic, the Office of Human Resources is preparing for multiple scenarios related to work flexibility for employees, including the possibility that many employees may need to telecommute.
Video: Chancellor Blank’s news conference
Chancellor Rebecca Blank, accompanied by University Health Services Executive Director Jake Baggott and Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration Laurent Heller, conduct a news conference Wednesday, March 11, on actions taken in response to COVID-19.
Blank’s Slate blog: A new strategic plan for the university
UW–Madison’s 2020-25 strategic plan covers teaching and educational achievement, research and scholarship, the Wisconsin idea, a vibrant campus community, and a high-performing organization.