Welcome new HR Team Members!

We are delighted to welcome two new team members that have recently joined the Office of Human Resources & Workforce Diversity:

    • Abi Gollata started on May 22, 2023 as an HR Coordinator for Recruitment & ATP Support (18-month project appt). Abi’s role is responsible for coordinating full-scope recruitments for select departments, data entry in HRS/Workday, facilitation of training/process identification for select Workday modules, and directed project support (including records management) for the Workday transition. Abi came to HR after 2.5 years as an Application Review Specialist in Admissions at UW-Green Bay. Abi has a degree in Psychology from UW-Oshkosh with a Certificate in Social Equity and Diversity, and brings extensive recruiting experience from her previous work as an HR Specialist at Schneider National.
    • Stella DeMeuse started on July 5, 2023 as an HR Coordinator for Compliance & Office Support. Stella’s role includes coordination of HR compliance activities, serving as the I-9 coordinator, providing general administrative support for records management and recruitment, and serving as primary office support. Stella is a graduate of the University of St. Thomas with a Bachelors in HR Management, brings a wealth of records management and customer service experience, and has had the opportunity to work in the HR field through relevant local internships.

We are so excited to have Abi and Stella join our team!

Save the Date: Phoenix Orientation

Save the Date for Phoenix Orientation

Planning has begun for the upcoming Phoenix Orientation program aimed at providing all new ongoing employees who started within the last year with information on UWGB strategic priorities, the mission/vision, DEI initiatives, and other essential information to ensure their success as a new employee and to better integrate them into the UWGB culture and community.

All new hires since August 24, 2022 will be invited and expected to attend the Phoenix Orientation.  More information will be made available as planning progresses. 

Phoenix Orientation
Date: August 22, 2023
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: To Be Determined

Updated Titling & Compensation Websites

The Human Resources website has been updated to provide comprehensive information related to titling and compensation in a format that is simpler for employees to navigate. Please see below for the structure of the two revised websites:

    • Titling – includes the following topic areas:
      • Employee Categories
      • Titling Guidelines
      • Business Titles
      • Title Review Process
      • Titling FAQs
    • Compensation – includes the following topic areas:
      • Position & Budget Control
      • Annual Compensation Analysis
      • Compensation Adjustments (including pay plan)
      • Compensation Resources & FAQs

With these updates, the former UW-Green Bay Title & Total Compensation Project website was discontinued, and applicable information has been incorporated within the above sites. There were no changes in titling/compensation policy or process as part of the website updates.

If you have questions related to information on the revised Titling or Compensation websites, please contact Human Resources at hr@uwgb.edu.

Congratulations Retirees and Emeriti

During Employee Appreciation Week, we set aside time to honor and recognize those who have retired from their careers at UW-Green Bay and those who were honored with the designation of Emeriti.

2022-2023 Retirees

Patricia Albers – Green Bay
Sherri Arendt – Green Bay
Paul Baumgart – Green Bay
Jeanne Berg – Green Bay
Bob Blihar – Green Bay
Sue Bodilly – Green Bay
Lori Burmaster – Green Bay
Franklin Chen – Green Bay
Illene Cupit – Green Bay
Greg Davis – Green Bay
Kristy Deetz – Green Bay
Heidi Fencl – Green Bay
Kevin Fermanich – Green Bay
Tim Helein – Green Bay
Bob Howe – Green Bay
Kevin Janusek – Green Bay
Jodi Kazik – Green Bay
Elaina Koltz – Green Bay
John Landrum – Green Bay
Berel Lutsky – Manitowoc
Penny Maletzke – Sheboygan
John Mariano – Green Bay
Linda Peacock-Landrum – Green Bay
Susan Pike – Green Bay
Janet Reilly – Green Bay
Laurie Rentmeester – Green Bay
Laura Riddle – Green Bay
John Salerno – Green Bay
Brian Seidl – Green Bay
Teri Ternes – Green Bay
Gail Trimberger – Green Bay
Kassie VanRemortel – Green Bay
Keith West – Marinette
John Zimonick – Green Bay

2022-2023 Emeriti

Teri Ternes – Green Bay
Kristy Deetz – Green Bay
Sue Bodilly – Green Bay
Greg Davis – Green Bay
Linda Peacock-Landrum – Green Bay
Gail Trimberger – Green Bay
Janet Reilly – Green Bay
John Salerno – Green Bay
Franklin Chen – Green Bay
Kevin Fermanich – Green Bay
Bob Howe – Green Bay
Nancy Sell – Green Bay
John Mariano – Green Bay
Laura Riddle – Green Bay
Sherri Arendt – Green Bay

Congratulations Service Award Honorees

During Employee Appreciation Week, we set aside time to honor and recognize those who have achieved a years of service milestone in their career.

10 Years of Service 

John Arendt – EMBI – Green Bay
Lissa Balison – Wellness Center – Green Bay
Brenda Beck – College of Heath, Education, & Social Welfare – Green Bay
Kristina Berg – Admissions – Green Bay
Devin Bickner – College of Science, Engineering & Technology – Sheboygan
Michael Bielski – Housing & Residential Education – Green Bay
Laura Delikowski – Advising – Green Bay
Kathy Gajeski –  Library – Green Bay
Matt Geimer – Cofrin School of Business – Green Bay
David Helpap – College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Science – Green Bay
Patricia Hicks – College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Science – Green Bay
Jayne Kluge – PreCollege – Green Bay
Ryan Ledvina – IT – Green Bay
Ann Mattis – College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Science – Sheboygan
Adam Novotny – Student Engagement – Green Bay
Christopher Paquet – Risk Management – Green Bay
Ruth Pearson – Nursing – Green Bay
Margie Reichwald – CECE – Green Bay
Lee Reinke – Athletics – Green Bay
Drew Ryan – Web Dev – Green Bay
Jeff Schulz – Facilities – Green Bay
Katie Turkiewicz – College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Science – Green Bay
Allen Voelker – Financial Aid – Green Bay
Megan Vogel – Athletics – Green Bay
Elizabeth Wheat – College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Science – Green Bay
Bea Yang Thao – Controller’s Office – Green Bay

20 Years of Service

Dana Atwood – College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Science – Sheboygan
Michael Gallagher – Admissions – Green Bay
Susan Gallagher-Lepak – College of Heath, Education, & Social Welfare – Green Bay
Pamela Gilson – Registrar – Green Bay
Richard Hein – College of Science, Engineering & Technology – Manitowoc
Amy Ibuaka – College of Science, Engineering & Technology – Green Bay
Rebecca Meacham – College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Science – Green Bay
Kris Vespia – CATL – Green Bay

25 Years of Service 

Vincent Bellantonio – Facilities – Green Bay
Paula Ganyard – Library – Green Bay
Brian Merkel – College of Science, Engineering & Technology – Green Bay
Mark Olkowski – Dean of Students Office – Green Bay
Lisa Poupart – College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Science – Green Bay
Tina Tackmier – College of Science, Engineering & Technology – Green Bay
Jason Willard –  Facilities – Green Bay

30 Years of Service 

Vicki Nellis – Academic Advising – Green Bay
Brock Neverman – Weidner Center – Green Bay

35 Years of Service 

Cheryl Pieper – Student Billing – Green Bay

Service Awards are calculated based on the dates of the Faculty and Staff Cookout which is held during Employee Appreciation Week. Dates used this year are May 7, 2022 to May 6, 2023. Service awards are recognized for 10, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, and 50 years of service. Service is defined by all permanent appointments held within UW System. Temporary and student appointments are not counted towards years of service.

Employee Appreciation Week 2023

Each spring, we set aside time in the form of Employee Appreciation Week to intentionally honor, recognize, and show appreciation for all of the wonderful work performed by faculty and staff across the four UW-Green Bay campuses. During this Employee Appreciation Week (May 1 – 5), we celebrate the impactful contributions of our faculty and staff, which make UW-Green Bay a dynamic and engaging place of living, learning, and working for our students. As a measure of thanks, we enthusiastically encourage employees to take part in the below events happening on the campuses and virtually throughout the week.

Be sure to check back for updates and more details as we work to finalize other events/activities!

Sign up is required for several events. Please use the link provided.

All Week May 1-5

I Appreciate U! Praises for employees or departments posted on the HR Facebook page. Send your praises to Human Resources at hr@uwgb.edu. 

Fill-In-The-Blank Notes and Pre-Printed versions are available in the HR Office

Heirloom Plant SalThe annual heirloom plant sale is a UW-Green Bay tradition entering its 26th year. Supporters of the sale help contribute to the long-term preservation of heirloom plants, while also funding educational opportunities. Visit the Heirloom Plant Sale website to order your plants.

Fitness Classes To attend in person, please register on the UREC app. To attend virtually, please visit the UREC website for the link.

Preferred Parking Sign up for a chance to be one of three (3) employees who get to park in a 15 minute or visitor parking spot for one day.

Winners: Lynn Rotter, Michelle Wanta, Julie Stanelle, Steve Knudstrup, Elizabeth Bloedow, Chris Cox, Loretta Rafter, Maggie Miller, Lea Truttmann, Becky Haeny, Laura Nolan, Lynn Niemi, Adam Novotny, Cindy Johnson, and Colleen Wilde.

Free Coffee at the Garden Café with UW-Green Bay attire, Sponsored by Chartwells

CRAVE– 50% off your IN PERSON order with Promo code LOVEGBDINING, Sponsored by Chartwells

Monday, May 1

Marinette HR Visit and Treats 8:30 am and 3:00 pm Stop and visit with Megan Noltner and grab a tasty treat, sponsored by the Provost Office.

Goat Flow Sheboygan located on the lawn/field to the west of the gym near the 3 pine trees. Co-Sponsored by the Wellness Committee, Healthy Choices Task Force, and UREC
1:00 pm Flow class
2:00 pm Petting goats (no class)

Zumba 12:15 – 12:45 pm Kress Events Center Aerobics Room

Green Bay Ice Cream Social 2:30 pm Join members of the HR Team on the 2nd Floor of the Library for an Ice Cream Social, sponsored by the Provost Office.

Tuesday, May 2

Sheboygan Campus Employee Massages with Josie Time 8:00 am to 11:00 am, Room 1202 (SIGN UP REQUIRED) Sign Up Link: Sheboygan Chair Massage Sign-up

Sheboygan HR Visit and Treats 8:30 am and 12:00 pm Stop and visit with Megan Noltner in room 2204 and grab a tasty treat, sponsored by the Provost Office.

Green Bay Campus Employee Massages with Lindsay Time 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, Room WH441 (SIGN UP REQUIRED) Sign Up Link: Green Bay Chair Massage Sign-Up

Manitowoc Campus Employee Massages with Gina Time 10:00 am to 1:45 pm, Room F170 (SIGN UP REQUIRED) Sign Up Link: Manitowoc Chair Massage Sign-up

Yoga 12:15 – 12:45 pm Kress Events Center Aerobics Room

Manitowoc HR Visit and Treats 12:45 pm and 3:30 pm Stop and visit with Megan Noltner in the Traveling Office and grab a tasty treat, sponsored by the Provost Office.

Goat Flow Manitowoc located on the Lakeside Patio Area. Co-Sponsored by the Wellness Committee, Healthy Choices Task Force, and UREC
1:00 pm Flow class
2:00 pm Petting goats (no class)

Green Bay Group Walk 1:00 pm Meet Ethan Harvey at the Shorewood Center

Wednesday, May 3

Faculty and Staff Cookout 11:30 am – 1:15 pm, Program at 12:00 pm streaming via Teams Live *TIME CHANGE*
Green Bay: Kress Events Center, West Gym – Catered by Chartwells
Sheboygan: Room 2114, Phoenix Room – Catered by Ella’s Deli
Manitowoc: Room F170 – Catered by Maretti’s Deli
Marinette: M-117 – Catered by the “Tasty Traveler” food truck

Goat Flow Marinette Schmidtke Terrace (located just outside of the Student Union). Co-Sponsored by the Wellness Committee, Healthy Choices Task Force, and UREC
1:00 pm Flow class
2:00 pm Petting goats (no class)

Zumba 12:15 – 12:45 pm Kress Events Center Aerobics Room

2nd and 3rd Shift Pizza Party 10:00 pm Kress Events Center Special Events Room

Thursday, May 4

Marinette Campus Employee Massages with Jessy Time 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, Room M167 – Veterans Lounge (SIGN UP REQUIRED) Sign up Link: Marinette Chair Massage Sign-up

Green Bay Campus Group Bike Ride 11:00 am 15 spots available, please sign up to reserve your bike:  Bike Ride Sign-up

Team Building Activities Green Bay 11:45 am – 1:15 pm Student Services Plaza, Games throughout

Love, Chartwells Green Bay 11:45 am – 1:15 pm (or while supplies last) Seasonal punch, water, and light snacks, Student Services Plaza, Sponsored by Chartwells

Manitowoc Campus Walk 12:00 pm Noon Meet Jared Dalberg at the Library/Main Entrance

Goat Flow Green Bay Phoenix Park. Co-Sponsored by the Wellness Committee, Healthy Choices Task Force, and UREC
1:00 pm and 2:00 pm Wellness break/stretching
3:00 pm Petting goats (no class)

Yoga 12:15 – 12:45 pm Kress Events Center Aerobics Room

Friday, May 5

Lunch with Leadership 12:00 – 12:45 pm Chancellor’s Conference Room, 5 Employees will be selected to have lunch with members of Leadership.

Winners: Maggie Miller, Mark Fischer, Abbey Kleinert, Callyn Diamond, and Laura Nolan.

Goat Flow– Rain Date for Green Bay only

Phoenix Plash Back $5.00 Fridays– $5.00 lunch for staff/ faculty at the Marketplace on Friday. Sponsored by Chartwells

Food Truck Friday Visitor Parking Lot, Gourmet Corn Yucatan Cuisine, Menu includes tostadas, tortes, quesadillas, and gourmet sweet corn

Zumba 12:15 – 12:45 pm Kress Events Center Aerobics Room

End of the Year Celebration Co-Sponsored by the Student Engagement Center and Housing and Residential Education located at the Shorewood Center
4:00 pm – Carnival games, henna, caricaturist, balloon twisters, DJ, Food
5:00 pm – Camo Color Run/Walk (registration required), Caribbean Cruiser Food Truck
7:00 pm – Live Concert from Boy Band Review
9:00 pm – Fireworks *POSTPONED TO SATURDAY DUE TO WEATHER*

Thank you for all you do!

There is no UWGB without U!

UW-Green Bay Employee Appreciation Week is an annual employee recognition event organized by Human Resources. If you have any questions, contact Julie Stanelle at stanellj@uwgb.edu.

Faculty and Staff Cookout

UWGB Faculty and Staff Cookout - RSVP Today!

Mark your calendars and get your RSVP in for the Faculty and Staff Cookout on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Starting at 12:00 p.m., we will have a brief program to recognize employees celebrating years of service milestones, new UW-Green Bay retirees, and faculty and staff emeriti honorees.

Gatherings are being planned for all locations. The program will be live streamed and available to all virtually.

Green Bay: Kress Events Center, West Gym – Catered by Chartwells
Sheboygan: Room 2114, Phoenix Room – Catered by Ella’s Deli
Manitowoc: Room F170 – Catered by Maretti’s Deli
Marinette: M-117 – Catered by the “Tasty Traveler” food truck

UW-Green Bay Campus Cupboard Food Drive: Please consider donating a non-perishable food (no glass please) and personal hygiene items. We will have collection bins at the cookout.

RSVP HERE

2022 Outside Activities Reports (OARs) – Access for online completion begins April 3, 2023

Each year, all faculty, academic staff, and limited appointees with appointments of half-­time or more are responsible for reporting Outside Activities (according to Board of Regent and UW System guidelines, UWS Chapter 8.025, and the Wisconsin Administrative Code).

Additionally, we ask University Staff to read the Code of Conduct (RPD 20-22) and all employees to read the policy on Employee Relationships with Educational Loan Lenders RPD 13-4.

Similar to past years, requests and notices will come to employees from UW-Shared Services (UWSystemHR@uwss.wisconsin.edu), and eligible employees will submit their OAR form online through their My UW Portal.

On April 3, all employees required to submit an Outside Activity Report (OAR) will received a message from UW System with instructions to complete the OAR. The OAR will need to be completed by the employee and approved by the supervisor. Following the initial notice, employees will receive reminders throughout the month.

Please see below for additional information:

For more information about OARs (including helpful videos), please see the UW System Conflicts of Interest and Outside Activities website.

The Code of Conduct and Employee Relationships with Educational Loan Lenders policies will also be delivered to your mailboxes from uwsytemhr@uwss.wisconsin.edu during the month of April with a reminder to familiarize yourself with these policies.

If you have questions while using the process or need technical support, please contact serviceoperations@uwss.wisconsin.edu.

Resources relevant to this message include:

Updates from the Women’s Network Employee Resource Group (ERG)

The “Women’s Network” ERG is rebranding itself to stay current and best reflect the core interests of its members. The core purpose of the ERG will broaden to networking focus, rather than a leadership focus. This change can easily be made with the recent addition of UWGB’s Institute for Women’s Leadership (IWL) which offers leadership resources for women. Exciting ERG updates below:

  • ERG name: The new name is the “Women’s Network” (previously named “Women’s Leadership Network”)
  • Co-chairs: Beginning May 1, Lynn Niemi and Kris Cumbers will serve as co-chairs of the ERG; Sheryl  Van Gruensven and Susan Gallagher-Lepak will continue on the Advisory Committee and as ERG members
  • Women’s Network Advisory Committee:  The newly established committee includes Lynn Niemi, Kris Cumbers, Sheryl Van Gruensven, Susan Gallagher-Lepak, Jena Richter Landers, and Joy Wick. There is one opening for an additional Advisory Committee member – let Lynn Niemi know if you want this spot!

The mission of the Women’s Network is to connect, encourage, mentor, inform and help women navigate work and life balance. The ERG is open to anyone at UW-Green Bay. Values of the ERG include diversity, equity, empowerment and leadership.

As a reminder, select IWL events, such as Caffeinated Conversations and Stories from Experience, are available to Women’s Network ERG members at no cost (use your UWGB email address and code UWGBIWL when registering). Also, UWGB faculty, staff and students can attend for free the upcoming Celebrate 2023 “Phenomenally You” event on April 20, 2023 presented by the IWL. For more info: Celebrate 2023 – Phenomenally You

New Employee Resource Group – Working Caregivers

Join the Working Caregivers employee resource group geared toward connecting caregivers and supporters with resources, community, and support. Working Caregivers seeks membership from all kinds of dependent caregivers (such as biological parents, stepparents, foster parents, adoptive parents, legal guardians, caregivers of the elderly, caregivers of adults who need special care, or others) and supporters. This ERG is open to all UW-Green Bay employees. Contact Cindy Johnson and Kate Farley if you have questions or concerns. Please sign up to request more information by taking this interest survey.