Category: Housing Highlights

2026 Open Enrollment (OE) Period

October 5 – October 30, 2026 Benefits Open Enrollment is now open. From Monday, October 5, through Friday, October 30, 2026, you can review your current benefits and make any changes you would like for 2027. All elections must be submitted by 4:30p.m. on Friday, October 30. Changes made during Benefits Open Enrollment take effect January 1, …

Cultivate Community

For over 50 years, Partners in Giving, the voluntary workplace fundraising campaign for State, Universities of Wisconsin, and UW Health employees, has been making a difference. Since 1973, the Partners in Giving campaign has raised over $90 million dollars.  We invite you to join us beginning October 12th! 100% of all donations will go to …

Meal Discounts for Housing Staff at Dining Markets

Housing staff will again receive a discount on meals at the dining markets this upcoming year when paying with Wiscard. You’ll get our all-to-care-to-eat service for $7.86 plus tax. A 5% discount for staff will continue at all other University Housing dining locations when paying with Wiscard, including Flamingo Run, Bean & Creamery, Starbucks, and …

Peter Testory Named New NACUFS Board Chairperson

Peter Testory, Director of Dining and Culinary Services (DCS) in University Housing, was installed as the National Association of College & University Food Services’ (NACUFS) 68th chairperson during the association’s annual General Membership Assembly at the 2026 National Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana.  NACUFS is the largest foodservice association for colleges and universities, providing education, …

Annual Performance Reviews

The Annual Evaluation is a structured discussion for growth, recognition, and strategic alignment. Each evaluation includes:  Annual Reviews launched in Workday on July 1, 2026. This review period documents performance from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. Employees starting on or after May 1, 2026, are not eligible to receive an Annual Review-2026 in Workday. …

Electric Eats on the Block

Spot the truck. Grab a bite. Keep your eyes peeled! The little blue truck is hitting the block. Our Electric Eats food truck will be popping around campus over the next few months with surprise stops and delicious eats. If you see it, stop by and grab a bite! Locations: Payments: Menu: Note: Menu of …

HR News – June

Employee Resources for Online Attacks UW–Madison employees may find themselves increasingly the subject of unwanted attention online as incidents of trolling and doxxing become more common. What to do:  Resources:   The Office of Strategic Communication has developed employee resources for online attacks. Resources include:   Annual Performance Reviews Launching July 1st The Annual Evaluation is a …

Blue-Collar Multi-Shift (BCMS) Application Reminders

BCMS is the transfer process for certain blue-collar positions within the division. Positions posted through the BCMS process are open to any permanent University Housing employee who currently holds a position in the same title, with some exceptions. To be eligible for a BCMS transfer, the employee must meet the following criteria: How to Apply: …

Notice of Tuition Reimbursement Policy Update – Effective 1/26/2026

University Housing recognizes the importance of supporting the educational ventures of our staff. Follow the checklist of steps for requesting, approving, and receiving reimbursement. Employees who are considering or who have already made a commitment to an educational program may seek reimbursement for tuition costs associated with the classes related either to their existing position, …

Earn Your $150 Well Wisconsin Incentive

A health screening is one way to complete your health check! Do this, along with the health assessment and well-being activity, by October 16, 2026, to earn the $150* Well Wisconsin incentive. If you haven’t done so already, start by creating your WELLWISCONSIN PORTAL account at webmdhealth.com/wellwisconsinby providing your email address (username) and creating a password to access the …