{View Archive}

9/25/2024

Inauguration of Chancellor Lynn D. Akey, Ph.D.

The University of Wisconsin Board of Regents and the University Community request the honor of your presence at the inauguration of 

Lynn D. Akey, Ph.D.

Chancellor

University of Wisconsin-Parkside

Thursday, September 26 | 5:00 p.m. 

Rita Tallent Picken Regional Center for Arts and Humanities

College of Natural Health Sciences to Celebrate 10th Annual Alumni and Community Event

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside College of Natural and Health Sciences is excited to celebrate a decade of building community and inspiring success at the 10th annual CNHS Alumni and Community Event on Thursday, Oct. 17 from 5-8 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. This milestone celebration marks over a decade of fostering connections, celebrating achievements, and inspiring success within our vibrant community. 



Tickets are $25 for students and $50 for guests. Check-in and the cocktail hour begin at 5 p.m. and dinner begins at 6 p.m. The keynote will be delivered at 6:30 p.m. and the event will conclude with closing remarks at 7:45 p.m.

Fall Semester University Town Halls, Coffee Talks, and Big Idea Forums

University Town Halls

Join for campus information sharing and updates.

Monday, Oct. 21

• 12-12:50 p.m.
• Bedford Concert Hall

Monday, Dec. 2

• 12-12:50 p.m.
• Bedford Concert Hall

Coffee Talks

Join the Chancellor for an informal conversation

Monday, Nov. 4

• 8:30-9:30 a.m.
• Wyllie L3 Landing and Galbraith Conference Room

Big Idea Forums

Join your colleagues to discuss opportunities for comprehensive universities in the higher education landscape. 

Monday, Sept. 30

• 1:00-1:50 p.m.
• Wyllie L3 Landing and Galbraith Conference Room

Monday, Nov. 25

• 1:00-1:50 p.m.
• Wyllie L3 Landing and Galbraith Conference Room

Mental Health and Wellness Services Info Sessions

Want to learn more about the expanded mental health and wellness services, as part of the UW System Whole Campus Care pilot, available to students this fall.

Join Dr. John Achter from UW System, Liz Jodoin from Mantra Health, Paige Beaufort from YOU at College and Lee Swain from Togetherall at one of the upcoming sessions:

November 20, 2024, 1-1:30 pm CT

Not sure how to recognize and respond to students who may be encountering difficulties. Enroll in Recognize, Respond and Refer in canvas. Use this link to enroll-

https://uwpks.instructure.com/enroll/D3W6B4

Questions?  Please contact Renee Kirby, Director of Student Health, Counseling and Accessibility Services.

Student Accessibility Services Update

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.

New and Expanding Resources Available to Support Students

Increasing support for a student’s well-being is an important student success initiative. UW-Parkside, with the support of the Universities of Wisconsin, has expanded its collaboration with Mantra Health.  In addition to virtual therapy, psychiatry and 24/ 7 crisis support, the Care Hub by Mantra will also provide short-term wellness coaching and, in the moment, support called Connect Now.  For more information on the Care hub by Mantra, click here.

Other resources to support student wellbeing include:

FREE, Anonymous, 24/7 virtual peer-to-peer support. A safe place where students can connect with others about what’s going on in their lives – big or small.  Togetherall is moderated by clinical professionals.

YOU can help students find information on a variety of topics such as managing stress or time management, setting goals, and connecting with campus resources.

Finally, students can tell us they need additional support through the Handraise feature on the Navigate app.

We have also simplified our Mental Health and Counseling website to make it easier for students to find the resources they need.

Please help us raise awareness of these resources and normalize “help-seeking" behavior by mentioning this in your classrooms or in individual appointments with students. 

If you have any questions, please contact Renee Kirby, Director of Student Health, Counseling, and Accessibility Services, or Steve Wallner, Dean of Students.

Helpful Resources

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

Early Alert Campaign Timeline

Early Intervention can change the outcome of a student’s semester.  Please help us better support students through Navigate Early Alerts. You can report concerns or send positive kudos in Navigate through the targeted Progress Report Campaigns or the ADHOC report. 

The following Targeted Progress report campaigns will be sent:   

Timing  Type  Week 1 Attendance Week 5 Academic Progress  Week 6 Athlete Academic Progress  Week 9 Math 100 Academic Progress 

Please close each individual request even if you have no feedback.

If you have a concern about an undergraduate student that you did not receive a request on or if the concern develops later in the semester, please use the ADHOC report. You can use this report to report both academic and non- academic concerns. 

Check out these KB documents for help on “how to file”

Questions? Contact Marissa Delwiche, Executive Director of Advising and Academic Support delwiche@uwp.edu.

Countdown to Carnegie

The Countdown to the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement is on and we need you! UW-Parkside will be among the many higher ed institutions that submit a proposal for Carnegie Reclassification. We need your help to gather information about community engagement across our institution. We are proud of the history of community engagement at UW-Parkside. We are seeking information about community engagement initiatives, projects and partnerships with which you've been involved. Please fill out this quick survey. Email any questions to karp@uwp.edu. 

Relevant links: https://uwparkside.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2fW5rdds8rwzu9U

Marketing and Communications Needs

Due to the high volume of requests to University Relations at this time of the year, please utilize 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.

Parksidegear.com Monthly Deals!

With the United States Presidential Election on Nov. 5 quickly approaching, the University of Wisconsin-Parkside is proud to present The Election Experience 2024. This nonpartisan program offers a variety of events designed to bring students, faculty, staff, and community members into conversation about U.S. elections, processes, democracy, and our larger political context.

The events include presentations by guest speakers, student research, art gallery exhibitions, panel discussions, and interactive debate watch parties to name a few. Programming is made possible by the UW-Parkside College of Social Sciences and Professional Studies and collaborations with the Tommy G. Thompson Center, the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign (WDC), and the Andrew Goodman Foundation.

Brown Bag Topic: Presidential Immunity from Criminal Acts

•  Sept. 25
•  12-1 pm
•  Rita L131

Vice Presidential Debate Watch Party

• Oct. 1
• 7:30-9:30 pm
• Library Lounge L150

Brown Bag:Solving a Problem That Doesnt Exist: Non-Citizen voting in Wisconsin

•  Oct. 2
•  12 pm-1 pm
•  Rita L131

Higher Ed Kit Challenge

The Higher Ed Kit Challenge is back! Register for a FREE energy savings pack from Focus on Energy. In 2023 UW-Parkside was the third-highest university in the state for registrations, so let's see if we can order even more this year. Don't forget to put the promo code HE-UWPS when checking out. This challenge runs through October 31st.

Email sustainability@uwp.edu with questions.

UW-Parkside staff and students can register for a FREE energy savings pack from Focus on Energy. Go to focusonenergymarketplace.com/free and remember to enter promo code HE-UWPS at checkout.

UW-Parkside is set to host its Homecoming from Oct. 10-13, a weekend that promises to be filled with celebration, reconnection, and school spirit. Alumni, students, and friends of the university are encouraged to take part in the festivities, with a lineup of events designed to engage and inspire.



This year’s Homecoming theme, “Always a Ranger,” celebrates the enduring spirit and lifelong connection of the UW-Parkside community. It reflects the pride and loyalty that graduates and current students share.

The Jockey Undie Run will take place on Saturday, Oct. 5. The Jockey Undie Run is a family fun run/walk (just over 3K) that starts at 11:30 am, and race participants are encouraged to wear underwear over their pants.

The race will be followed by Flannel Fest, hosted by Petrifying Springs Biergarten.

UW-Parkside faculty and staff can receive a discounted ticket clicking the link below and using the promo code "UWP2024" for $20 adult ticket ($5 off).



The University of Wisconsin-Parkside is pleased to announce the return of Sport Career Day on Friday, Oct. 4 from 9 a.m. to noon in the Sport and Activity Center. This event includes networking with sports organizations from across Wisconsin and northeastern Illinois, resume reviews, mock interviews, and a panel discussion about internships. This event is open to students and the public.



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.

Kenosha Mammoths Rugby Club Exclusive Scholarship Opportunity

Kenosha Mammoths Rugby Club is excited to offer an exclusive scholarship opportunity for students interested in playing rugby for the Kenosha Mammoths Rugby Club. 

 

Mammothscholarship@gmail.com

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.

Introducing Bear Boxes!

Dining Specials



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

Brickstone Grill & Eatery Fall Hours (Beginning 9/4)

Fall Hours for Dining Services

Wyllie Market

Fall Hours: Beginning 9/4

Monday–Friday: 11 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.

WEEKLY SPECIAL

Mon-Fri | 11 am-5:30 pm: Burrito or Burrito Bowl | $7.69

Encore

Fall Hours: Beginning 9/4

Monday–Thursday 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday: CLOSED

The Den

Fall Hours: Beginning 9/9

Monday – Thursday 7-10 p.m.

Book & Brew

Fall Hours: Beginning 9/4

Monday–Friday: 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.