HR Connect

  • Maximizing Your UW TSA 403(b) Contribution for 2019

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    You may be aware that the UW TSA 403(b) Program is a great way to save additional money for retirement, but did you know that you can contribute up to $19,000 to your account in 2019? If you are age 50 or older at any time in 2019, you can also contribute a “catch-up” amount…

  • Social Security and Medicare Taxes for 2020

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    Social Security wage base will rise to $137,700 in 2020 from $132,900 in 2019. This means that the first $137,700 of an employee’s taxable wages are subject to Social Security taxes. An employee and the UW will each pay 6.2% on taxable wages up to $137,700. An employee’s entire taxable salary is subject to Medicare…

  • Executive Manager of GEAR UP Services

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    This position reports to the Executive Director of K-12 and Community Relations and will serve as the program manager for the Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) in the Division of Continuing Education and Community Engagement. This position will develop innovative programs and build relationships with partners including school districts and the…

  • Welcome Nichole LaGrow!

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    On November 11, 2019, the Provost and Vice Chancellors Office welcomed Nicole LaGrow as a Distance Education Coordinator. Welcome Nichole!

  • Welcome Laura Mintel!

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    On November 6, 2019, Academic Advising on the Sheboygan Campus welcomed Laura Mintel as an Advisor. Welcome Laura!

  • Welcome Julliann DuPrey!

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    On November 5, 2019, the Operations department welcomed Julliann DuPrey as a Custodian. Welcome Julliann!

  • Welcome Kenneth Noe!

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    On November 4, 2019, the Facilities department welcomed Kenneth Noe as a Facilities Maintenance Specialist. Welcome Ken!

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    Take a Deep, Relaxing Breath

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    When You Stop at a Red Light, Take a Deep, Relaxing Breath Let’s just admit it: Commuting stinks. Today, more than 85 percent of Americans drive to their jobs. And it can be stressful. Busy roads combined with the need to get to work on time can cause tempers to flare and common sense to…

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    Broiled Trout with Almonds

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    (Gluten-free) Although rainbow trout is native to a narrow band along the West Coast of the United States, cultivation in ponds dates back more than 100 years. Today, farmers across the country raise this sweet, slightly nutty-tasting fish. Most market-ready trout comes from Idaho, where farmers send live fish to processing plants for filleting. Ingredients 2…

  • Deadline Extended – Custodian – Temporary/Part-time, Marinette Campus

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    This position reports to the Building and Grounds Supervisor on the Marinette Campus and maintains the overall appearance and cleanliness of the campus buildings and housing, perform facility set-up, furniture, and equipment placements, conduct grounds and outdoor work, monitor fleet vehicles for proper care and maintain their availability for use, conduct routine safety and security checks,…