Academic staff members share observations on moving their department from one building to another. Anyone who has ever moved their possessions from one home to another will confirm what we all know: Moving can be one of life’s most stressful events. Now imagine for a moment you’re not moving just yourself or your family into a new home, but an …
Planning for and actively managing the human side of change can ease transitions You don’t need to be an expert in ancient Greek philosophy to understand that change is the only constant in life. From new buildings to new technologies to new policies, change on campus is happening more rapidly and frequently than we can …
A new column celebrating the weird, wild, and wonderful work of academic staff at UW–Madison Most UW–Madison staff are familiar with the skills—both soft and technical—required by a job when they apply. We know our work requires specialization and subject matter expertise. And yet, working at a nationally ranked public research institution also requires next-level …
The Operational Excellence (OpEx) Advancement Program is a campus initiative to incubate and accelerate projects to strengthen financial controls, streamline and simplify processes, and enhance administrative services for UW–Madison. The OpEx Advancement Program does this in a unique way by bringing together cross-functional working groups to participate in future-state design and problem-solving and develop recommendations …
The news of job or income loss can come with feelings of stress and uncertainty. How can I prepare? What happens to my health insurance? What do I do now? To help UW–Madison staff navigate these challenges and understand their rights, the Office of Human Resources has created the Employee Guide to Job or Income …
When winter settles in and budgets tighten, it can be daunting to consider gathering with colleagues outside of your divisional or departmental conference room. But getting out of your office and into a new space on campus can be energizing and inspiring. Whether you are looking for a one-on-one conversation or a formal team retreat, …
While typical resolutions often focus on what we should stop doing, the New Year is a perfect opportunity to explore what we can start doing right here at UW–Madison. From exploring a new craft to conquering the stairs of our tallest buildings, our campus is packed with talented instructors and world-class facilities designed to help …
You might not know it, but federal funds constitute the largest share of UW–Madison’s budget. With the October 1 government shutdown adding more uncertainty around federal funding, look to the following campus resources to understand how these changes may impact your work. The Office of Federal Relations has updates and resources relevant to campus in …
Meet the dedicated committee championing academic staff growth Behind the scenes, a dedicated group of volunteer academic staff is working to elevate your career. The Professional Development and Recognition Committee (PDRC), a standing committee of the Academic Staff Assembly, is composed of passionate members from across campus who collaborate with university leaders to create meaningful …
Summer at UW–Madison is synonymous with the Memorial Union Terrace. The familiar sunburst chairs mark an annual passage that ushers in warm temperatures and lakeside relaxation. While those chairs may be going into hibernation soon, that shouldn’t mean the end of fun at the Union. There are a number of ways that academic staff can …