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3/12/2025

Sustainability Spotlight: UW-Parkside Solar Farm Delivers Strong First-Year Performance

By: Emily Reed, UW-Parkside Sustainability Coordinator

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside's newest solar installation has proven to be a success in its first year of operation. The 2.1-megawatt solar array has reduced campus electrical consumption by approximately 26% since it began operating in December 2023, putting it on track to meet projected returns through utility savings.

Built on a former parking lot on the east side of campus, the installation showcases innovative technology through its bifacial panels mounted on tracking arrays. These dual-sided panels follow the sun's movement throughout the day and capture light reflected from the ground, maximizing energy generation efficiency. The project was funded through the State Building Program as a major investment in sustainable infrastructure.

UW-Parkside Expands Access and Opportunity with Parkside Pathway Fund and Growing Philanthropic Success

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside has awarded nearly $1 million in scholarships to nearly 350 students this academic year.

UW-Parkside is dedicated to making higher education accessible to students through robust scholarship programs, including the Future Focus Fund and efforts such as the Ascension Scholars, Froedtert Scholars, Callahan Scholars, and Picken Arts & Humanities Scholarship. These scholarships ensure that students have the financial assistance they need to succeed and complete their degrees.

“We’re committed to providing students with the tools they need to thrive academically,” said Dr. Akey, Chancellor of UW-Parkside. “These scholarships represent not just financial support, but also a promise to our students that they can achieve their dreams.”

A key initiative that exemplifies this commitment is the Parkside Pathway Fund, a new $75,000 fund created by the UW-Parkside Foundation Board. The Parkside Pathway Fund is designed to assist students—whether they are entering UW-Parkside directly out of high school or transferring from other institutions—by providing vital financial support to ensure that UW-Parkside can truly become their academic home.

Rangers, 

Supporters, family, and friends, get ready! Parkside Day is coming, and we need YOU to bring the energy, the pride, and the generosity. 

On Tuesday, April 8, please join us for a day of giving, giving back, and celebrating everything that makes UW-Parkside special. Whether you're making a gift, volunteering, or showing off your Ranger pride, every action counts. 

Mark your calendar, spread the word, and stay tuned! 

10% Discount at Smoothie King

Friendly reminder that all Parkside students, staff and faculty receive a 10% discount when showing their Ranger Card at Smoothie King located at 3667 Market Lane Ste B, Kenosha, WI 53144. Rule the Day and Go Rangers!

Quick Reference Guide: 

Service Animals vs. Emotional Support Animals (ESAs)

Individuals with disabilities may use a Service Animal or an Emotional Support Animal for a variety of reasons relative to a disability. 

This page linked below will serve as a quick reference guide for individuals who have questions pertaining to services animals and emotional support animals. 

Help Us Share Your News!

There’s always something exciting happening at UW-Parkside, and we need your help to spread the word! Whether it’s an upcoming event, a major achievement, a student success story, or an exciting new initiative, we want to make sure our campus and community know about it.

The Share Your News form is the easiest way to submit details about your news and updates. When you submit, our communications team reviews the information and determines the best way to amplify your message—whether that’s through the university website, social media, newsletters, or other promotional channels.

• What to Share: Events, initiatives, announcements, achievements, student and faculty highlights, and more!
• How to Submit: Complete the Share Your News form with as much detail as possible.
• Timing Matters: To ensure effective promotion, please submit your request at least three weeks before your event date.

Your stories will help showcase the great work happening at UW-Parkside this spring semester!

Join Chancellor Akey for Coffee Talks

Join Chancellor Akey for Coffee Talks. Share your ideas, ask questions, or just enjoy a casual chat over coffee. See you there!

Location: Outside of Chancellor's Office   

•    Thursday, 3/20, 8-9 a.m.
•    Thursday, 4/17, 8-9 a.m.
•    Thursday, 5/18, 8-9 a.m.

Marketing and Communications Needs

Due to the high volume of requests to University Relations at this time of the year, please use the forms below to help us better track and complete requests.

Administrative Transformation Program (ATP) Updates

Stay Informed with Workday Thursday

Workday Thursday is your go-to source for the latest updates and tips on UW System’s Workday implementation. Each Thursday, we cover key topics like Time and Absence, Benefits and Pay, and other upcoming changes, helping you prepare for a smoother transition. Stay ahead with insights, resources, and previews of what’s coming next. It’s delivered to your inbox each Thursday afternoon.

What Is ATP?

The Administrative Transformation Program (ATP) is on a mission to rebuild finance, human resources, and research administration systems at every institution within the University of Wisconsin System. The goal is to reduce the complexity of the current administrative environment and refocus valuable staff time on UW’s mission of education, research, and outreach.

To make this vision a reality, we’re working with people across the UW to standardize processes and implement new, best-in-class technology to support these essential functions.

Budgeting and the Transition from WISER 

Learn about Workday’s budgeting capabilities and the upcoming transition from the Wisconsin Enterprise Reporting (WISER) system. As WISER is phased out in July 2025, Workday will become our new platform for budgeting and financial reporting, allowing UW-Parkside staff to manage and analyze financial data more seamlessly and efficiently. 

Budgeting in Workday: Key Enhancements 

Workday’s budgeting tools offer a fully integrated platform designed to simplify and streamline budgeting and financial planning.

Athletics Student Success Lead

The Athletics department is inviting internal UW-Parkside applications for the position of Athletics Student Success Lead.

Under the guidance of the Deputy Director of Athletics, the Athletics Student Success Lead to serve as a student success coach to student-athletes in all sports and acting as liaison between athletics and academic advisors and academic support services across campus (specifically the PARC, Academic Advising and Career Center, and primary advisors within the academic departments). 

CRM Administrator

The Campus Technology Services department is inviting internal UW System applications for the position of User Support Specialist II.

Reporting to the IT Director, the User Support Specialist II provides information technology support and training to end users in support of institutional technology operations.



UW-Parkside to Host Event Exploring Conservatism in the U.S.

RSVP by March 21

As the conservative movement grapples with competing visions for its future, The Right Turn: National Conservatism, Freedom Conservatism, and the Road Ahead will examine the ideological differences shaping modern conservatism. Hosted by the University of Wisconsin-Parkside and sponsored by the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership, the event will take place on Tuesday, April 1, at 6 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom.

The discussion will feature Charles C. W. Cooke, a senior editor at National Review, and journalist Emily Jashinsky, with moderation by Alexander Tahk, director of the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership and associate professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Second Annual PEAG Baked Good Battle

Join the Parkside Employee Alumni Group (PEAG) on the Bridge on Wednesday, March 12, at 12 pm for their second annual Baked Good Battle! The theme this year is tray bakes. Pricing is $1 per slice, and money raised goes towards student scholarship fundraising.

UW-Parkside Hosts Jazz Week 2025

The Music Department at UW-Parkside is excited to present its 13th annual Jazz Week from March 17-21. Ibelisse Guardia Ferragutti and Frank Rosaly bring their extraordinary sound from Amsterdam to the Bedford Concert Hall as the headliners this year.

UW-Parkside Foundation Gallery Hosts Spring 2025 Exhibition

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside Foundation Gallery is pleased to announce a two-person exhibition featuring the works of Jerrold Belland and Trace Chiodo. The exhibition will run from Feb. 4 to March 21, showcasing a collection of artworks where location is integral. The foundation Gallery is open Tuesdays through Fridays, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and admission is free and open to the public.

UW-Parkside Mathis Gallery Hosts Spring 2025 Exhibition

The Mathis Gallery at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside is thrilled to announce its Spring 2025 exhibition, Lakefront Collage: A Survey of Racine and Kenosha Art Spaces, opening on Feb. 4, and running through May 2. The Mathis Gallery is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., and admission is free and open to the public.



Photo submitted by Pratik Mishra 

Did You Know? 

   1. Students approved for exam/quiz accommodations should take the exam at the same time or at least the same day as their peers. 

   2. Students must schedule exams/quizzes in Accommodate 48 hours in advance (excluding Saturday and Sunday). 

   3. The testing area is never full- if a student reports they cannot schedule for the same day, they waited too long to schedule in Accommodate. 

   4. Students should obtain the instructor’s permission before scheduling an alternate day or time with SAS. 

   5. Instructors will get an automated email alert when a student schedules their exams/quizzes. This would be an opportune time to verify if it’s scheduled per your expectations. 

   6. SAS sends an email reminder with a cover sheet two days prior to the exam date. You don’t have to wait for the reminder to send the exam. 

   7. If a student misses an exam, it’s up to the instructor to determine when the student will reschedule. The instructor should email sas@uwp.edu and the student with a new day of retake.

As the semester progresses, you may notice that students may be more stressed, experiencing more academic difficulties or having non-academic challenges.

Here is a quick reminder about the resources available to assist you:

• The Red folder website -- This website is designed to help faculty, staff and others to recognize, respond effectively to and refer students as necessary.  
• Food and Shelter Resources – This website provides information about on campus and community resources. 
• ConnectNow - As part of the Care Hub by Mantra, students can get in-the-moment support and problem solving.  
• The Navigate Ad Hoc report - Any faculty or staff member can use this form to report academic concerns such as changes in attendance, declining performance or non-academic concerns (undergraduate students only) To learn “How to file an ad hoc report, check out this KB documents -https://kb.uwp.edu/130519 

Questions?  Contact Steve Wallner, Dean of Students wallner@uwp.edu

UW System Regent Policy 4-21 Commitment to Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression

Please take a few minutes to review the policy regarding our commitment to Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression. Please see your immediate supervisor with any questions you may have.

Have you or someone you know experienced foster care, homelessness, kinship care, or any other out-of-home care? You may be eligible to receive support through the Fostering Success program.

The mission of UW-Parkside's Fostering Success Program is to provide personalized guidance and comprehensive resources to support students with backgrounds in environments with a lack of family support, to pursue their higher education goals. Through collaborative efforts with campus resources, we promote self-sufficiency and academic excellence.

University Relations: Marketing and design project forms

Use this form to request digital and print design items. If you're looking to promote your event on University social media or via the news media, please use the Share Your News form. Notes: A deadline of less than three weeks is a "rush" job. We may not be able to accommodate the timeline. However, you should still submit the form. Your order will move more quickly through the design process, if you respond to emails with questions and approvals.

Improve Your "AIM"

AIM is the system that faculty and instructional academic staff use to track and record their teaching, research/scholarship/creative work and service activities, and to prepare their Annual Activity Reports. The information you provide in AIM is used to generate your profile on the UW-Parkside website. Your Dean may also use AIM data for reporting and recognition within the college.

From March 24, 2020 to March 24, 2021, there were more than 97,000 unique page visits to AIM profiles!

Save Clam Shell Containers for Parkside Community Garden!

Help our community gardeners feed food insecure students and community members by saving your clam shell containers. Bring saved containers to Anna Fabian (CBE) in Zone 2 of the Student Success and Learning Commons.

Paws to You is an employee appreciation program designed to offer gratitude to a fellow coworker. You can show them thanks and appreciation by sending them a Paw they are able to display for all to see in their email signature, and a running total of all Paws will be displayed on the Paws to You website.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Campus Dining!

Monday, March 17 4-6:30 p.m.

Premium Meal: $12 (not included in dining plan discount)

Tender Corned Beef

Smashed Red Potatoes

Pot O' Gold Glazed Carrots

Blarney Bread

More St. Patty's Day SPECIALS (all day)

Sizzles

Grilled Reuben Sandwich

Soup

Dublin Delight Cabbage Soup

Baker's Table

Lucky Leprechaun Brownie

Brickstone Grill & Eatery:

Monday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 7 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM

Saturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Book & Brew:

Monday – Friday: 7 AM – 1 PM

Saturday - Sunday: CLOSED

The Encore:



Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Saturday & Sunday: CLOSED

Wyllie Market Featuring Chilaca & Naan Bread Pizza:

Monday – Friday: 11 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday - Sunday: CLOSED

The Den:

Monday -Thursday: 7 PM – 10 PM

Friday, Saturday, Sunday: CLOSED

Introducing Bear Boxes!

Dining Specials



Follow the UW-Parkside Dining Services Instagram account @uwp.campus-dining.com