UW feedback/training sessions

Shop@UW staff would like your input regarding [log in to unmask]  Staff from UW-Madison will be on campus Tuesday, Oct. 27, to host three feedback/training sessions (8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 1 p.m.) in the Chippewa River Room, UC. They want to hear what is working, what can be improved, input on the Shop@UW website, training documents and videos, product selection, etc. So please start collecting examples of issues or questions you may have. It is the goal to improve the usability of Shop@UW to make it friendlier to use. This will also be an opportunity for you to either receive refresher training and learn more details on sorting, creating favorites, reporting, etc., or receive training if you have not yet done so regarding [log in to unmask]  More reminders will be sent as the date approaches. Thank you for your input!

SECC campaign pledges

The Statewide Employees Combined Campaign (SECC) annual workplace campaign began Monday, Oct. 12. You can make a pledge anytime between then and Nov. 30.The campaign is online, making it easier for you to give and make a difference in your community and the world. The SECC Statewide is Wisconsin’s largest voluntary fundraising campaign. Thanks to your help, the campaign raised money for more than 400 participating charities.

To make your pledge:

 *   Visit www.seccstatewide.wi.gov

  ·  Click on the link for university employees

  ·  All university employees are pre-populated.  To login click on “Login Now” in the upper righthand corner OR click on “Log In” in the middle of the screen.

·    Log in using the following information:

*   Username:  Your university email address

·    Password:  "wi" + birth month + birth day. (example: wi0804)

·    Find out more information about the charities and decide who you would like to give to.

·    Follow the instructions on the website to complete your pledge.

Faculty Senate Executive Committee meeting Wednesday

The Faculty Senate Executive Committee will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 2-3 p.m. in 211 Ag Science (Dean's Conference Room). For an agenda, visit https://www-auth.uwrf.edu/FacultySenate/Committees/StandingCommittees/ExecutiveCommittee.cfm or email [log in to unmask]. 

All Department Chair meeting Wednesday

All Department Chair meeting this Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 8-9 a.m. in the Falls Room, UC.

Unified Communications system

UWRF is in the process of implementing a Unified Communications system, part of which includes converting from our aging analog phone systems to a Voice-Over IP system. Over the coming weeks, DoTS staff will be physically deploying over 900 phones to offices and other locations across campus. This physical phone deployment will be done by building. To the best of our ability, employees will receive email notification at least 24 hours prior to delivery to and installation in their building. DoTS would appreciate your cooperation in ensuring there is available space on your desk comparable in size to your current phone. Once your new phone is delivered, please:  1) Continue to use your old phone until your new phone is made functional during the week of Nov. 9, and, 2) be aware that your old phone will be picked up in December and should remain on your desk until then. For more information about Unified Communications, visit go.uwrf.edu/unifiedcom. For issues or concerns, please call the DOTS HelpDesk at 3687.

Notice of Public Hearing

Board of Regents University of Wisconsin System

Monday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Gordon Dining and Event Center – second floor, Overture Room

770 W. Dayton Street, Madison, Wisconsin

The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System will hold a public hearing on permanent rules to amend Chapters UWS 4, 7, 11, Wis. Admin. Code, relating to dismissal proceedings for faculty and academic staff in instances of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence and stalking, and to amend Chapter UWS 17, Wis. Admin. Code, relating to disciplinary proceedings for students in instances of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence and stalking.

Appearances at the Hearing and Submittal of Written Comments

Regent Janice Mueller will preside over the public hearing on behalf of the Board of Regents, to provide interested persons with the opportunity to make an oral presentation on the proposed rules. Each individual who registers to speak will be given up to three minutes to give an oral presentation. Persons making oral presentations are requested to also submit their comments in writing.

The Board of Regents will accept written comments until November 2, 2015. Comments may be submitted: (1) on the Web at https://www.wisconsin.edu/regents/public-comment-form/ or adminrules.wisconsin.gov; (2) by email to [log in to unmask]; (3) at the public hearing; or (4) by mail to Jane Radue, Executive Director, Office of the Board of Regents, 1860 Van Hise Hall, 1220 Linden Drive, Madison, Wisconsin.

To request a paper copy of the rules or fiscal estimate, contact the Office of the Board of Regents at the address above or by email at [log in to unmask] or phone at 608-262-2324. The rules are also available for review at http://adminrules.wisconsin.gov. This site includes additional documents associated with this proposed permanent rule promulgation.

Initial Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

The proposed rules will not have an effect on small businesses, as defined under s. 227.114(1), Stats.

Accessibility

Persons with special needs or circumstances regarding communication or accessibility at the hearing should call Jane Radue, Executive Director, Office of the Board of Regents, at 608-262-2324 at least 10 days prior to the hearing date. Accommodations such as ASL interpreters, English translators, or materials in audio format will be made available on request to the fullest extent possible.