Author: Jolene Truckenbrod

Goat Yoga held May 10th

MAC21What a beautiful day for yoga with baby goats!  About 25 employees came out to enjoy the baby goats in the quad on Friday, May 10th.  We heard a lot of positive feedback from employees, and AlexGoat1BlackGoat1we all enjoyed GoatOnBackinteracting with the goats.  Thank you to Jen Jelenic, Alex Reichenberger, and Linda Schmitt for leading the yoga classes, to LaClare Farms for sharing their precious goats, to Amy DePeau for setting this up, and to BrownGoat1StandingLynn1PlankGoats2the Department of Employee Trust Funds (ETF) for sponsoring this event!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Student employee hours limit increases to 40 hours on May 19th

The student employee hours limit will increase to 40 hours per week on May 19, 2019.  The hours limit is in place to make sure we are in compliance with the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA).

  • May 19th to June 22nd: 40 hours per week
  • June 23rd to July 6th: 20 hours per week
  • July 7th to August 17th: 40 hours per week
  • August 18th to December 14th: 25 hours per week

Please review the 2019 Student Bi-Weekly Payroll Schedule.

If you have any questions, please contact us at payrollandbenefits@uwgb.edu or (920) 465-2390.

Backyard Chickens Lunch ‘n Learn held April 30th


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Thank you to Liz Biversie, Agricultural Educator with UW-Madison Division of Extension, for presenting the Backyard Chickens Lunch ‘n Learn on Tuesday, April 30th to 12 employees and students!  She IMG_0238shared a wealth of information including things to think about when considering raising backyard chickens, types of chickens that are good for laying eggs or providing meat, how much space you would need for each chicken, potential predators and diseases, and helpful resources available on the UW-Madison Division of Extension website.

Dr. Ron Kean, UW-Madison Division of Extension Poultry Specialist, also provided knowledgeable IMG_0237answers to our questions.  Monika Pynaker, UWGB Manager of Network Services, shared stories of her much-loved chickens, as well as helpful insight and pictures of her leghorns and their nice chicken coup!  Thank you to everyone who attended as well as Liz, Ron and Monika!

 

Wellness Webinar: Practicing Self-Compassion

Many of us instinctively beat ourselves up for failing to meet our goals, but there is an alternative. Find out how self-compassion facilitates goal pursuit by helping us regulate our emotions and maintain our belief in our ability to change.

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  • What is self-compassion
  • How it helps us meet our goals
  • Misconceptions about self-compassion

Date: Wednesday, May 8, 2019

Time: 12:00 to 12:30 p.m.

Location: Cofrin Library, 7th floor, room 710C

No need to RSVP – just mark your calendar to join us, and bring your lunch!

You could also participate in this webinar at your workstation if you prefer – please visit wellwisconsin.staywell.com and go to Webinars to register.

All webinars are recorded and available to Well Wisconsin Program participants on the StayWell wellness portal after the event date.

To access the StayWell wellness portal, you must be an employee, retiree, or spouse enrolled in the State of Wisconsin or Wisconsin Public Employers Group Health Insurance Programs.

WRS Annual Statement of Benefits Available in the My UW Portal

UW employees covered by the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) in 2018 can now view their annual WRS Annual Statement of Benefits in the My UW portal.

Click “Launch full app” in the Benefit Information module and click on the Statements tab. Choose “2018 ETF Annual Statement of Benefits (WRS) Issued 2019” to view or print your statement.

Understanding Your Statement

The WRS Annual Statement of Benefits includes 2018 earnings and service, years of creditable service as of January 1, 2019, retirement benefit projections, separation benefit, death benefit, and primary beneficiary designation(s) for your WRS account.

The Department of Employee Trust Funds (ETF) has resources available to assist you in understanding your Statement of Benefits. Review and verify each section of your statement using these resources as a guide.

  • An introductory letter and explanation which highlights important information on the statement.
  • The ETF Statement of Benefits web page providing resources including a sample statement, statement FAQ, and an explanation of the statement.
  • Live Webinar: Topics include WRS contributions, vesting status, years of service, and what happens to your account if you die before taking a benefit. Registration is required for the webinar dates below:
    • April 25, 2019, 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
    • May 1, 2019, 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
    • May 8, 2019, 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
    • May 14, 2019, 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Reviewing Your Beneficiaries

It is important to review your WRS account primary beneficiary (ies) on your statement. If there are no beneficiaries listed on your statement, it may be that you do not have a beneficiary designation on file, or your designation was made before 1998 (beneficiaries added before 1998 are not listed on your statement). It is recommended that if you do not have a beneficiary designation listed on your statement that you complete a Beneficiary Designation Form.

Death benefits are paid according to the most recent valid beneficiary designation form on file with ETF prior to an individual’s death. Your beneficiary information does not automatically change when a significant life event occurs, such as a divorce or a marriage. You may add, change or remove beneficiaries by completing a Beneficiary Designation form (ET-2320) or Beneficiary Designation-Alternate form (ET-2321). Mail your completed beneficiary designation directly to ETF at the address listed at the top of the form.

Questions?
If you have questions about your statement, please email payrollandbenefits@uwgb.edu or call ext. 2390.

Source: UW Service Center

Greek Roasted Vegetable Sandwich

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oilRoastedVeggie
  • 1 eggplant (about a pound)
  • 2 small zucchini
  • 2 medium red potatoes
  • 1 large, sweet onion (Vidalia, Spanish, or red)
  • 1 red or yellow bell pepper
  • 4 plum tomatoes
  • 4 tablespoons feta cheese (about 4 ounces)
  • Fresh oregano to taste
  • 4 thick slices of a dense, crusty bread

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
  2. Wash and cut eggplant, zucchini, potatoes, and onion into 1/2-inch-thick rounds. Slice pepper into 1/2-inch strips. Halve the tomatoes.
  3. Lightly brush olive oil on cookie sheet and arrange vegetables in a single layer. Sprinkle oregano on vegetables.
  4. Bake 10 minutes. Turn vegetables and bake 10 minutes more.  Potatoes and pepper slices may need more time.
  5. Let cool slightly for easier handling.
  6. Create 4 open-faced sandwiches by layering vegetables with a little feta cheese.
  7. Return to warm oven to melt cheese and toast bread, about 5 minutes.

Serves 4

Each serving contains about 430 calories, 71 g carbohydrates, 15 g protein, 10 g fat, 775 mg sodium, and 13 g fiber.

Recipe from the StayWell Company, LLC.

TIAA Individual Counseling Sessions

TIAA is offering individual and confidential counseling sessions where you can discuss your financial situation, investments and retirement with a TIAA consultant.  Chad Stein will be available to help you achieve your financial goals by investing in financial solutions.

Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2019

Time: 10:30 am to 5:00 pm

Location: Heritage Room in University Union

To schedule a consultation with representative Chad Stein, call 1-800-732-8353 Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 7:00pm (central time), or register at the link below:

Click here to register for a consultation with TIAA

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Backyard Chickens Lunch ‘n Learn

PicHave you ever wanted to learn more about raising backyard chickens?  UW-Madison Division of Extension Agriculture Educator Liz Binversie will provide some tips and tricks to help start your own backyard flock.  UW-Madison Division of Extension Poultry Specialist, Dr. Ron Kean, will also help answer questions via remote technology.  (Our own Monika Pynaker will also share a little about her experiences raising chickens!)  Please join us for this interesting and fun presentation, and feel free to bring your lunch.

Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2019

Time: 12:00 to 12:45 pm

Place: 1965 Room, University Union

Presenters: Liz Binversie, Agriculture Educator with UW-Madison Division of Extension & Dr. Ron Kean, UW-Madison Division of Extension Poultry Specialist

RSVP: wellness@uwgb.edu

Note: This lunch ‘n learn was originally scheduled for 3/28/19 and was cancelled, so this is the rescheduled date.

The Bellin Run: It’s not so scary (and is a WALK as well) Lunch ‘n Learn

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Have you thought about walking or running in the Bellin Run, or maybe have participated in the past?  Please join us as Linda Maxwell, Assistant Race Director of the Bellin Run, presents “The Bellin Run:  It’s not so scary (and is a WALK as well)!”  Linda will share information about the perks of the Corporate Challenge (UW-Green Bay has been a member for years), talk about walking as a prime part of the event, and give basic event information and updates.  After Linda’s presentation, you will feel more comfortable and confident competing in this event.  Also, any employees who attend will be entered in a drawing for a Bellin Run full-zip windbreaker (size medium)!

Date: Tuesday, April 2nd

Time: 12:00 to 12:45 pm

Room: World Unity Room B (behind the Phoenix Club in the lower level of the Union – just follow the signs)

Presenter: Linda Maxwell, Assistant Race Director of the Bellin Run

RSVP: wellness@uwgb.edu

Hope to see you there!