The Professional Development and Recognition Committee (PDRC) is charged with promoting the concept of professional development and recognition for UW-Madison academic staff; working with campus administration to explore and develop programs that will enhance the professional skills and abilities, and develop a recognition process for academic staff; making recommendations regarding the review of and changes to academic staff professional development guidelines; reviewing or establishing review mechanisms for UW-Madison proposals under the UW System Professional Development Program and any similar programs through the UW System or the UW-Madison; working with campus administration and faculty to locate or create funding resources for professional development and recognition for academic staff; developing a permanent Forum Series structure for the enrichment of UW-Madison academic staff; working with campus administration in selecting academic staff for professional recognition, awards and special training programs; and coordinating publicity efforts and public relations for the recognition of outstanding contributions made by academic staff to the campus and within their professions. The Professional Development and Recognition Committee shall make recommendations on these matters and report its activities to the Academic Staff Assembly.
Meetings
PDRC typically meets monthly during the academic year. Meetings are open to the public.
Membership
Twelve members elected by the Academic Staff Assembly to serve three-year terms. One third are elected each year. Membership is limited to two consecutive full terms. If there are no academic staff willing to serve in the departing member’s place, the member may serve an additional term. Eligibility for election is reinstated one year after a member vacates their seat on the committee. Contact any committee member if you have questions, comments, or suggestions. For more detailed membership information, click here.
