Welcome Elizabeth Preboski!

Elizabeth Preboski started on Monday, May 12th as an Administrative Assistant III for Admissions.

Elizabeth has her BA in History & Educational Studies from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. She has previously worked for the American Institue of the History of Pharmacy, Lakeside Pharmacy as well as UW System Administration and UW-Madison Cross College Advising Services.

Welcome Elizabeth!

May Issue: Employee Engagement Newsletter

Check out the May issue of our Employee Engagement Newsletter! This newsletter focuses, specifically, on employee engagement at the university with new ideas and reminders on how you can incorporate opportunities within your departments/teams. Each issue will feature an Employee Spotlight section as well. If you are interested in being featured in the newsletter, please reach out to hr@uwgb.edu.

If you missed any of the recent issues, check them out here:

January Employee Engagement Newsletter
February Employee Engagement Newsletter
March Employee Engagement Newsletter
April Employee Engagement Newsletter

Assistant Coach – Men’s Basketball

This position reports to the Head Men’s Basketball Coach and this position assists the head coach with all aspects of running a successful Division I Men’s Basketball program. Maintain effective interpersonal relationships with administration, faculty, staff and student athletes. Comply with all NCAA, Horizon League, UW System and UW-Green Bay rules and regulations. Display professional sportsmanlike conduct during athletic events.

For more information and full position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, May 18, 2025.

Welcome Kailee Chrisman!

Kailee Chrisman started on Monday, May 5th as a Custodian (1st Shift).

Kailee is a UWGB Alumni having graduated in 2023 with her BA in English.

She has previously worked in custodial at Walt Disney World with the Disney College Program.

Welcome Kailee!

Application Review Specialist

This position reports to the Assistant Director of Admissions Operations and performs a variety of duties involving the review, analysis, assessment, and processing of admissions applications in accordance with University guidelines, policies, and procedures.

For more information and full position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Monday, May 12, 2025.

Assistant Teaching Professor / Child Welfare Coordinator

The Social Work Professional Programs at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay seeks applicants for an Assistant Teaching Professor position in Social Work, with partial administrative reassignment as the Child Welfare Coordinator. The Child Welfare Coordinator manages all aspects of our Title IV-E Long-Term Child Welfare Training Program.

The successful applicant will contribute to an academic unit which has a strong team emphasis that includes team teaching, offering a competency-based education with a strengths-based perspective, and a proactive stance valuing diverse and inclusive perspectives.

This position will be responsible for enhancing UW-Green Bay’s mission-driven inclusive teaching efforts and creating and maintaining an educational environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates those with diverse identities, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds.

For more information and full position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Monday, May 26, 2025.

Business and Finance Manager

This position reports to the Executive and Artistic Director and will be an addition to the Weidner’s leadership team to oversee the business, finance and HR functions of The Weidner, working closely with all departments of the center. With an aptitude and enthusiasm for analysis, data and metrics, this individual will optimize the operations of the arts center to help The Weidner capitalize on its programmatic and community partnership successes. This individual will oversee the development and monitoring of Weidner systems, practices and policies that ensure efficiency, accuracy and compliancy with university policies. This individual will serve as the Weidner expert in the Workday transition, updating current processes to align with performing arts management tools, including Momentus Elite and Audience View.

For more information and full position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, May 18, 2025.

Admissions Counselor

This position reports to the Associate Director of Admissions for Recruitment and plans, develops, coordinates, manages, and executes the recruitment and admissions process in alignment with the institution’s strategic goals. Represents the institution to prospective students with a goal of attracting, admitting, and enrolling a talented, diverse student body. May supervise staff and/or lead a program area.

For more information and full position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, May 4, 2025

Employee Appreciation Week 2025!

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 12 – 16), 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 details!

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

** Please note below that Goat Flow is taking place the week before Employee Appreciation Week due to scheduling availability.  

Monday, May 5
Goat Flow Manitowoc located on the Lakeside Patio Area Co-Sponsored by the Wellness Committee, Healthy Choices Task Force, and UREC
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Petting goats (no class)

Wednesday, May 7
Goat Flow Sheboygan located on the lawn/field to west of gym near 3 pine trees. Co-Sponsored by the Wellness Committee, Healthy Choices Task Force, and UREC
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Petting goats (no class)

Thursday, May 8
Goat Flow Green Bay Phoenix Park (outside Union, toward Residence Halls), Co-Sponsored by the Wellness Committee, Healthy Choices Task Force, and UREC
1:00 pm: Goat Flow Class
2:00 pm: Goat Flow Class
3:00 pm: Petting Goats (no class)

Friday, May 9
** RAIN DATE: Goat Flow Green Bay Phoenix Park (outside Union, toward Residence Halls), Co-Sponsored by the Wellness Committee, Healthy Choices Task Force, and UREC
1:00 pm: Goat Flow Class
2:00 pm: Goat Flow Class
3:00 pm: Petting Goats (no class)

Food Truck Friday – Taqueria Maldonado’s, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm in the University Union Visitor Parking Lot

The Final Weekend Celebration
Shorewood Adventure Center Grounds, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Activities include: Disc golf, bike rides, kayaking, hammocking, crafts, Taqueria Maldonados food truck, and Fireworks (at 9:00 pm)

Saturday, May 10
The Final Weekend Celebration
Phoenix Park, 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Activities include: Live music, walking tacos, crafts (in the Phoenix Rooms), t-shirt press, nerf wars, sand volleyball, cornhole, spikeball, campus cleanup (4:00 pm – 6:00 pm), and a bonfire with s’mores (6:00 pm – 8:00 pm)

 

All Week May 12-16
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.

Appreciation Wall/Whiteboard – We will have a traveling whiteboard at events/activities for employees to share kudos and appreciation for each other on post-it notes! Look for the board at events taking place this week!

Preferred Parking – Park in a 15 minute or visitor parking spot for one day.
WINNERS: Kimberlee McKeefry, Laura Delikowski, Georgjeanna Wilson-Doenges, Laura Nolan, Kerry Winkler, Adam Novotny, Nina Dessoir-Vanderheyden, Lydia Guell, Jaime Miller, Hunter Chrisman, Callyn Diamond, Meagan Manders, Benjamin Dresdow, Lizeth Castro-Bautista, Shawna Keating

Dining Deals Sponsored by Chartwells
$1 off coffee at Einstein Bros. Bagel with staff ID all week
10% off catering order when order is placed during that week
$6 lunch price in the Marketplace all week with staff ID

Monday, May 12
Sheboygan Campus Employee Massages with Gina, 10:00 am – 1:15 pm, Recharge Lounge 2221
SIGN UP LINK

Green Bay Campus Employee Massages with Lindsay, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, Wood Hall, WH441
SIGN UP LINK 

Treats at Green Bay sponsored by The Provost Office, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm,
1965 Room

Lunch with Leadership, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm,
Chancellor’s Conference Room
WINNERS: Bradley Berger, Lydia Guell, Hunter Chrisman, Meagan Manders, Lizeth Castro-Bautista

Tuesday, May 13
Green Bay Campus Employee Massages with Lindsay, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm,
Wood Hall, WH441
SIGN UP LINK

Manitowoc Campus Employee Massages with Gina, 10:00 am – 12:45 pm, Recharge Lounge H141
SIGN-UP LINK 

Treats with HR (Rachel & Stella) at Manitowoc (morning) & Sheboygan (afternoon)
Manitowoc Room Location: TBD
Sheboygan Room Location: TBD

2nd & 3rd Shift Party, 10:00 p.m. – 11:30 pm
Special Events Room, Kress Events Center

Wednesday, May 14
Faculty and Staff Cookout 11:30 am – 1:15 pm, Program at 12:00 pm streaming via Teams Live
Green Bay: Kress Events Center, Dick Bennett Gym – Catered by Chartwells, Click Here to RSVP
Sheboygan: Phoenix Room 2114 – Catered by Parker John’s
Manitowoc: Founders Hall, Room F170 – Catered by Maretti’s Deli
Marinette: The Theatre (T-109) – Catered by The Brothers Three

Thursday, May 15
Guess Who/UWGB Trivia, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm,
Phoenix Club and virtual (link to join virtually, coming soon)
Join Virtually on Teams
“Clear the Club” – 25% off any remaining food items!

Friday, May 16
Heirloom Plant Sale  The annual heirloom plant sale is a UW-Green Bay tradition entering its 28th 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 pre-order your plants.
Sale Dates: May 16, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
You can browse the greenhouse and buy plants without placing any orders. These will also be the dates for picking up online pre-orders.

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 or would like to be part of the planning team, contact Beverly Majewski at majewskb@uwgb.edu.