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Listening Sessions for the UW-Green Bay Chancellor Search are October 2, 2019

The search for a new UW-Green Bay chancellor has begun, with the announcement by the UW System on the finalization of the search committee on Sept. 13, 2019. Please see the Board of Regents Protocol for the Chancellor Search & Screen Process for more information on the search committee selection process.

We now move onto the listening phase. As the committee begins the work of identifying a new leader for the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, you are invited to attend one or more of the listening sessions to be held on campus next week Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019. The listening sessions will be administered by the chair of the search and screen committee, Regent Robert Atwell, and vice-chair of the committee, UW-Green Bay Prof. Michael Draney.

These sessions provide an opportunity for members of the campuses and larger communities to offer thoughts and feedback as to the direction for the University’s next leader. Please note forum dates and times. Although forums are directed at particular stakeholder groups, all are open and all are welcome to attend any of the sessions. A skype link will be available for those who cannot attend in person and we anticipate that the committee will take feedback from those who may not be able to attend via e-mail or survey. Those specific details will be announced on Monday via campus communications.

Session times are as follows:

Session 1              Faculty & staff focus

8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Alumni Room (UU 103), Green Bay Campus

Session 2              Student focus

9:45 to 10:45 a.m., Alumni Room (UU 103), Green Bay Campus

Session 3              Faculty & staff focus

10:45 to 11:45 a.m., Alumni Room (UU 103, Green Bay Campus

Session 4              Faculty, staff & student focus

2:45 to 3:45 p.m., Wombat Room (2114), Sheboygan Campus

All four sessions will be skyped to all four campuses. Thank you for taking part in this important process.

 

Try Mindful Exercising Today

Mindfulness encourages you to pay attention on purpose. The key to integrating mindfulness with exercise is to stay aware and in the present moment, no matter how you’re moving. For some, mindful exercise means understanding where their body is as it moves. For others, mindfulness can be a spiritual component to exercise and provide a deeper level of consciousness.

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Mindfulness can help you reach the next level of your physical and mental health goals, as it can improve any negative judgment you may have of yourself as you move. What’s more, staying mindful during a workout can boost your brain’s endurance to remain still and focused for extended periods. This can be particularly helpful if life has you feeling disorganized or distracted or you are trying to overcome physical challenges.

When thinking today about your next workout, try these tips to ease into mindfulness:

  • Pay attention to your breath. Focus on your inhales and exhales, and coordinate them with the pattern of your movements.
  • On your next run or brisk walk, turn down the music. Listen to the rhythm of your steps.
  • As you lift weights, think about how your muscles contract. Coordinate your exhales with each strong push.
  • Attend an exercise class that’s new to you. Practicing foreign movements will reinforce a stronger focus on your body’s abilities and sensations.

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Citrus Swordfish

(Gluten-free)

Ingredients

  • 2 swordfish steaks, about 3/4 to 1 inch thick (about 6 ounces each)
  • Lemon, orange, and lime zest, grated (approximately 2 tablespoons total; to get zest, finely grate peel of whole fruit, being careful not to include bitter white skin)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, choppedcitrus swordfish
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Directions

Preheat broiler. Mix zest with herbs and oil. Pat zest mixture on both sides of steaks and place in flat pan. Broil fish approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Turn once and broil 3 to 4 minutes or until done. Pour pan juices over swordfish and serve right away, garnished with slices of orange, lemon, and lime.

Serves 2

Each serving contains about 232 calories, 3 g carbohydrates, 34 g protein, 9 g fat, 154 mg sodium, and 1 g fiber.

Recipe from the StayWell Company, LLC.

Fall Group Fitness Schedule

group fitnessTake advantage of the free group fitness classes available at the Kress Events Center in the newly upgraded studio! More info: Group Fitness Schedule

UW-Green Bay employees (50% FTE or higher) can use the Kress Events Center for free 6am-2pm on weekdays and open-close on weekends.

Prefer to work out or take classes after work? Sign up for an unlimited membership for $100/year or $60/semester. More info: Faculty/Staff Membership Program

UREC also offers personal training and personalized exercise programs for employees. More info: Personal Training Packages and Pricing

Contact Fitness Coordinator, Alex Reichenberger, with questions! reichena@uwgb.edu or (920) 465-2836

Red Beans and Rice

If you have time, make your brown rice from scratch. Use chicken broth instead of water to amp up the flavor. It will take about 45 minutes. In a pinch, instant brown rice is OK.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 2 cups hot cooked brown rice
  • 2 cups cooked red beans (kidney, pinto, or other of your choice)
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Heat olive oil in a large pan. Saute onion and bell pepper. Add hot brown rice and beans. Stir in cilantro. When everything is heated through, serve immediately.

Options: A splash of hot sauce or vinegar can personalize your dish without adding calories or fat.

Serves 4

Each serving contains about 274 calories, 11 g protein, 5 g fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 48 g carbohydrates, 10 g fiber, and 6 mg sodium.

 

Recipe from the StayWell Company, LLC.

Torch Calories with a Super Move!

Spend at least 3-minutes trying one of these super moves today! Most of us have no problem consuming enough calories to power through the day. On the other hand, burning calories—especially if you’re trying to shed a few pounds or maintain a healthy weight—can be more challenging. If this is your goal, look beyond a gentle stroll or set of crunches and try a “super calorie burner,” an exercise that requires a high amount of energy to perform. Examples include jumping jacks, running up and down stairs, and running in place with high knees.

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One of the best calorie burners is jumping rope. It’s simple to do, and all you need is an inexpensive jump rope. It’s a great calorie burner because it’s a full-body exercise that requires you to lift your entire body weight each time you jump. If you haven’t exercised in a while, start out gradually—just a minute or two at a time—to avoid soreness and reduce your risk of an injury.

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Title & Total Compensation Project Update – September 2019

https___www.wisconsinThe University of Wisconsin (UW) is embarking on a complete redesign of its current classification and compensation structure. The goal of the Title & Total Compensation Project will be to develop new systems that will enable institutions to continue to attract and retain the best talent.

In August, the Office of Human Resources and Workforce Diversity held open forums for employees and managers. To view the open forum presentation, please click here.

UW-System is holding Virtual Town Hall Meetings on September 27th, October 24th, and November 15th. Please see this blog post for more information about the town hall meetings.

Managers and Division Leaders – would you like a poster for your area about Title & Total Compensation Project? Please print off this poster and showcase within your department!

Recent UW System Updates:

Titles and Job Descriptions

    • Review of the draft titles and standard job descriptions is complete! The job titles and standard job descriptions will remain in draft form until after employee-manager conversations December 1, 2019 through February 15, 2020.

    • Job mapping is taking place at the institutional level, where institution Human Resources offices will match each employee’s current job title to a new job title, using the job mapping workbook and consulting with division leaders. Work on job mapping will wrap up during October.

    • This step of job mapping will allow employees to discuss their updated job title and job description with people managers between December 1, 2019 and February 15, 2020.

    • While job titles and job descriptions may change, employees will not lose their jobs, employees will not need to reapply for their jobs, and the work done by employees will not change.

Benefits

    • A preliminary finding of the Employee Preference Survey showed the most valued UW employee benefits include: pay, healthcare benefits, retirement plans, paid leave, job security, and job flexibility.

    • A preliminary finding of the Benefits Value Analysis showed the UW System provides competitive benefits offerings across both university and Wisconsin peer groups, especially in the areas of retirement savings and health insurance.

    • A summary of the benefits analysis findings will be available to employees in the fall of 2019, and were previewed in the open forum.

    • Based on the Mercer benefits analysis and stakeholder input, the project team will recommend a long-term benefits strategy to enhance UW benefits offerings and help keep UW competitive within the market.

Compensation

    • This project creates the foundation for a market informed UW System compensation structure.Employee pay will not be cut. Employee pay will also not be increased as a part of this project. Any increases in pay are out of scope of this project and would need to be funded and planned over time by leadership.

    • After the title structure is finalized in March 2020. the compensation structure can be finalized, which means that your job title will have an updates salary range. More details will be forthcoming in March 2020 about updated salary ranges.

    • Work is still being done to determine and document all of the methods for pay adjustments and career development that will be available in the future

In the Queue:

  • September 27, October 24, and November 15: UW System will host virtual town hall meetings.
  • December 1, 2019: Job titles and standard job descriptions will be posted online in conjunction with employee-manager conversations.
  • December 1, 2019 – February 15, 2019: Employee-manager meetings will be held. Managers will meet with employees to explain and verify the new job titles and job descriptions capture the work being performed.
  • March 1, 2020: Job titles and job descriptions will go-live.

For up-to-date information about the Title & Total Compensation Project, please see the UW System Title & Total Compensation Project website. Answers to frequently asked questions can be found on the UW System FAQ page.

UW-Green Bay Updates:

  • UW-Green Bay Human Resources has begun the mapping process, and will be collaborating with divisional leaders in the coming weeks to confirm position mapping within the new title structure.
  • UW-Green Bay has an institutional T&TC project team, whose goal is to engage with subject matter experts and stakeholders. Feedback and information about T&TC flows to and from the project team. A listing of members of the UW-Green Bay institutional T&TC project team can be found here.

Title & Total Compensation Project – Virtual Town Hall Meetings

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The Title & Total Compensation Project will modernize UW System’s title and compensation programs. The project will result in relevant and market-informed title and compensation structures to help the UW System maintain and grow our outstanding workforce.

UW System is holding Virtual Town Hall Meetings on the following dates/times:

  • September 27, 2019 from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
  • October 24, 2019 from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
  • November 15, 2019 from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

These town hall meetings will allow participants to:

  • Learn about the new job titles and job descriptions being created for UW System
  • Gain an understanding of the benefits of the project for career development
  • Learn about upcoming meetings between employees and managers to discuss changes
  • Hear about the results of the Employee Benefits Survey
  • Participate in a live Q&A session

For more information and the link for the meetings, please visit www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study.

California Marinated Salad

Ingredients

  • 3 nectarines, chopped
  • 1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms, quarteredfruitandveggies
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup pitted ripe olives (optional)
  • 1/3 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 8-oz can artichoke hearts
  • 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp. sugar
  • 1 tsp. tarragon, crumbled
  • 1/2 tsp. thyme

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine nectarines, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, olives, and green onions.
  2. Drain and save liquid from the artichokes. Add the artichokes to the salad.
  3. Combine reserved liquid with remaining ingredients in a jar. Shake well and pour over the salad.
  4. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for two hours for the best flavor.

Makes 6 servings

Serving Size: 1 cup

Each serving provides 80 calories, 3 g total fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 mg cholesterol, 100 mg sodium, 13 g total carbohydrate, 2 g dietary fiber, 7 g sugar, and 3 g protein.

 

Recipe from the StayWell Company, LLC.