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Behind-the-Scenes Badgers: Three nurses keeping UW happy, healthy and vaccinated
University Health Services nurses nurses Kelly Yahn, Sally Lynd and Jenny Kind share what it's like providing vaccinations for UW student and employees each year.
Reminder: Testing, masks and booster shots
Through the rest of spring semester, UW–Madison will continue to offer free PCR testing, antigen test kits, and surgical and N95 masks to students and employees. Mandatory testing of unvaccinated individuals is paused, effective April 4.
UW Police, UHS Mental Health Services partner to help students in crisis
Through a partnership between student groups, University Health Services and the University of Wisconsin Police Department, there's a new resource responding with police to students experiencing a mental health crisis: Two trained mental health professionals.
People 12 and older can get vaccinated against COVID-19 at UW–Madison
The new authorization will enable even more people vulnerable to COVID-19 to safely build immunity to the virus that causes it.
Enthusiasm on campus as more students, employees get vaccinated against COVID-19
Nearly 10,000 students and employees have received at least one shot of either a two-dose or one-dose vaccine, both at UHS and reported off campus.
Collaborative effort will look at ways to enhance campus response to mental health crises
The primary goal is to further ensure the well-being and safety of students, de-escalate potentially high-stress situations, and promote a shared commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
University Health Services to vaccinate Phase 1a eligible individuals against COVID-19
“We know it could be many months before all of our students and employees can be vaccinated," says a UHS official, "but this is an important and hopeful first step.”
Fourteen campus sites will support COVID-19 testing in spring
The University of Wisconsin–Madison recently announced an enhanced health and safety program that will begin in January. It will include expanded on-campus COVID-19 testing…
UW–Madison finalizing plans to provide COVID-19 vaccine to eligible students and employees
University Health Services will manage the process of administering vaccines to frontline health care workers and other individuals at UW–Madison who are eligible for the initial phase of vaccination, or Phase 1a.
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.
COVID-19: Answers from UHS to frequently asked questions
Should I be concerned? Can I travel? What should I do to protect myself and others? University Health Services answers these and other questions. Please continue to visit this site as guidance is updated this week.
Here is what you need to know about novel coronavirus, according to a panel of UW–Madison experts
As details of the virus and its effects continue to emerge, UW physicians, epidemiologists, public health officials, scientists and communication experts addressed questions and concerns from the public.
Students, staff working to address growing demand for mental health services
At UW–Madison, the number of students seeking mental health services through University Health Services has increased 35 percent in five years.
Baggott named University Health Services executive director
Baggott said the UHS position is “a tremendous leadership opportunity in arguably one of the best programs in the country.”
Upcoming Wellness Symposium enhances well-being on campus
“A Day of Resilience and Well-Being” is the theme of the upcoming Wellness Symposium, scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 23, 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m. at Union South. The event invites UW–Madison faculty, staff and students to take some time for self-care, enhance their energy and engagement, and connect with their best selves.
Reesor selected as student affairs leader
“We were looking for someone with a long-term strategic vision on how we best serve students during their time on campus. Lori impressed us all with her experience and thoughtful comments, ” says Chancellor Rebecca Blank.
Committee begins search for new campus health leader
The new University Health Services executive director, who also will serve as the university’s chief health officer, will succeed Sarah Van Orman. Linda Scott, dean of the School of Nursing, is serving as chair of the search and screen committee.
UHS named top college health service for 2nd year in a row
“We're honored to be recognized for the outstanding care and services that each UHS staff member provides to students and the campus community," says Dr. William Kinsey, UHS Director of Medical Services and UW–Madison Chief Health Officer.
Exit Interview: University Health Services Director Sarah Van Orman
Van Orman departs this month to take on a new role as the associate vice provost for student affairs and chief student health officer at the University of Southern California.
Report: UW–Madison among universities addressing sexual assault with more training, staff
Universities across the country, including UW–Madison, have taken a wide variety of concrete steps over the last three academic years to address the prevalence of sexual assault and its consequences, according to a new report by the Association of American Universities.