Univeristy of Wisconsin-Green Bay
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HR Connect

News and Announcements from the Office of Human Resources

HR Connect

  • Welcome Travis Albrecht!

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    Travis Albrecht was hired in Information Services as an IT Security Officer and Network Administrator on June 15, 2017. Welcome, Travis!

  • Welcome Justin Mueller!

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    Justin Mueller was hired as a Police Officer in Public Safety on June 14, 2017.  Prior to his current role, he worked for the DNR as a Conservation Warden. Justin graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point with a Bachelor’s Degree in Resource Management-Law Enforcement.  He also completed two basic law enforcement training academies–Mid-State Technical College and Fort McCoy. Justin…

  • Welcome Morgan Hansen!

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    Morgan Hansen was hired as the Manager of Events and Annual Giving in the University Advancement Department on June 12, 2017.  Prior to starting at UWGB, she worked for the Girl Scouts for over two years. Morgan graduated in 2014 from UWGB, majoring in Public Administration.  She is currently involved with Current-Young Professionals and loves hiking,…

  • Welcome Tory Ortscheid!

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    On May 22, 2017, Tory Ortscheid was hired as a Procurement Specialist in the Purchasing Department. Prior to his current role, he worked at Morton Salt for two years and Pepsico for 20 years. Tory received his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Miami.  He enjoys bicycling, dog training, and being a certified yoga instructor.  He was living in Chicago for 25 years…

  • Congratulations Sara Chaloupka!

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    Sara Chaloupka recently began her new role of Financial Specialist Senior for the University Union on May 15, 2017.  She had previously worked as a Financial Specialist in the Bursar’s office. Congratulations Sara!

  • Sick Leave Fact Sheet

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    Sick leave is an important fringe benefit available to employees. Most employees earn and, depending on usage, will accumulate hours of unused sick leave while they are employed.  If eligible, upon retirement, layoff, death or with more than 20 years of adjusted continuous service, you can use your unused sick leave credits to pay post-termination…

  • State Group Life Insurance Definition of ‘Dependent’ Changed Effective May 1, 2017

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    The Department of Employee Trust Funds (ETF) announced changes to the definition of ‘dependent’ for the State Group Life Insurance program. The changes were effective May 1, 2017 and broaden the definition of ‘dependent’ to expand coverage. Changes include: Removal of the requirement that the dependent be unmarried. Removal of the requirement that the dependent…

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    Bicycle Benefits

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    Bicycle Benefits teams up with area businesses to offer discounts for biking around the United States.  Purchase a $5 sticker and take advantage of great discounts, including 20% off at The Phoenix Bookstore (see store for details).  During June, participates may also play Bike Bingo. Get your card at the store, ride around collecting stamps at…

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    Sleepy Hollow Farm CSA

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    What is Mindfulness and What Does it Mean?

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    Mindfulness is defined as being present in the moment in a nonjudgmental way. Becoming mindful in our lives expresses itself in multiple ways: Being aware and accepting of present experience Bringing focus, awareness and attention to the present moment “Single-tasking” rather than multi-tasking Being wholeheartedly present here and now Appreciating the present moment rather than…