University of Wisconsin–Madison

Month: November 2020

7 Scientifically Proven Benefits of Gratitude

“Stop feeling sorry for yourself,” we are often told. And while it can be hard to avoid self-pity entirely, mentally strong people choose to exchange self-pity for gratitude. Whether you choose to write a few sentences in a gratitude journal or simply take a moment to silently acknowledge all that you have, giving thanks can transform your …

Planners’ Picks – November 24, 2020

Planners’ Picks: A collection of resources from CSN planning committee members worth mentioning This week is all about the Boss Factor: being a great manager and unleashing your best work as a leader. _________________________________ 5 Signs Your Boss Is a Great Manager (and You Shouldn’t Leave Your Job) What type of leaders do employees enthusiastically follow? …

Planners’ Picks – November 17, 2020

Planners’ Picks: A collection of resources from CSN planning committee members worth mentioning Today’s posts focus on dealing with the stress you and your staff are experiencing, and using gratitude to foster a better relationship with others. _________________________________ Responding to Stress Video Series Stress is a regular part of life. It can be beneficial and motivating …

Planners’ Picks – November 10, 2020

Planners’ Picks: A collection of resources from CSN planning committee members worth mentioning Today’s entries are all about the team: Creating strong team culture will benefit everyone in the organization. Showing gratitude is critical to developing a great culture. _________________________________ The Positive Power of Workplace Gratitude Who doesn’t want to be thanked for their loyalty or …

Student Employee of the Year Nominations Open

  The Office of Student Financial Aid is seeking nominations for Student Employee of the Year. The competition is hosted by the National Student Employment Association, and the first-place winner from each campus typically has the opportunity to advance to state, regional, and/or national competitions. Scholarships will be awarded to the top three student employees …

Planners’ Picks – November 2, 2020

Planners’ Picks: A collection of resources from CSN planning committee members worth mentioning Today’s votes are for flexibility, shifting your focus, and feeling safe at work. Hopefully, you can “fall back” on some of these articles when needed. _________________________________ Flexibility advised for voters Supervisors should provide flexibility to UW–Madison employees who plan to vote in-person on …

Introduciung the Supervising Students Mini Conference

A message from Devin Deegan: We are excited to introduce the Supervising Students Mini Conference (presented by WiGROW). Join supervisors of student-employees from across campus and our community in this thought-provoking mini-conference which will provide an opportunity to exchange ideas while engaging in a variety of topics on best practices related to supervising student-employees. The mini-conference consists of …