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UW-Madison names interim CIO
Michael Lehman, a special advisor to the chancellor overseeing a comprehensive review of campus information technology governance, has been named interim chief information officer.
Committee seeks applications for facilities leader
A search and screen committee chaired by Mark Markel, dean of the School of Veterinary Medicine, will recommend finalists for the position of associate vice chancellor for facilities planning and management.
Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene director finalists announced
The director provides leadership in analytical services, research, teaching and outreach, as well as policy issues impacting public and environmental health in Wisconsin.
University hires consultant to study job titles and compensation
Mercer Consulting, which has worked with organizations across all industries, will provide technical expertise in the development of new title and compensation structures for UW System institutions.
Search committee chooses 3 finalists for UW Arboretum director
Widely recognized as the site of historic research in ecological restoration, the Arboretum includes the oldest and most varied collection of restored ecological communities in the world.
Interim director named for Campus and Visitor Relations
Nancy Hoffman, an experienced administrator who has played a key role in campus tour, parent, off-campus housing, and information programs, has worked in the unit since 1996.
Trueba: Office of Compliance is a value-added campus resource
Approaching a year under its belt, UW–Madison’s new Office of Compliance is now focused on building a campuswide network of compliance partners, director Cathy Trueba says.
Quality improvement office names interim director
Darin Harris has worked as a consultant and facilitator in OQI since 2004 and is a faculty affiliate with the La Follette School of Public Affairs.
Madison police captain to lead UWPD as new chief
Kristen Roman, a UW–Madison graduate who has extensive experience in community outreach, mental health issues and services to vulnerable populations, will begin her duties on campus Jan. 9.
Daniel Okoli leaves mark on university’s built landscape
During his 12 year tenure at the university, Okoli has overseen more than 115 capital projects totaling over $3 billion dollars, including many of the university’s most successful recent buildings.
Jo Handelsman named director of Wisconsin Institute for Discovery
Handelsman, a Yale professor and White House science official, has a long history with UW–Madison.
Wisconsin Institute for Discovery director search narrows to 5
“The level of interest in the WID director position was outstanding and generated a strong pool of applicants,” says search committee chair Paul Ahlquist.
Search begins for next dean of Wisconsin School of Business
The search and screen committee intends to bring finalists to campus before the end of the spring semester, with the goal of selecting the new dean soon thereafter.
Potts is chosen to head State Relations
Crystal Potts graduated from UW–Madison in 2010, and she attributes her interest in state government and politics to her education and experiences at the university.
Paul Peercy, longtime engineering dean, passes away
Peercy focused on interdisciplinary experiences, innovations in teaching, and hands-on work that connected the technical aspects of engineering with real challenges facing society.
Office of Quality Improvement wins award for facilitation
OQI serves as an internal consulting service providing services including strategic planning, project management, restructuring, process improvement and change management.
OVCRGE welcomes Research and Sponsored Programs
The move formally recognizes the need to more closely align research administration with research infrastructure at UW–Madison.
Finalists for chief human resources officer named
The chief human resources officer provides leadership, policy direction and management oversight for all HR services for UW–Madison faculty and staff.
Review process begins for 2 deans, 1 director
This fall, reviews are underway for Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies Director Paul Robbins; School of Human Ecology Dean Soyeon Shim; and School of Medicine and Public Health Dean Robert Golden.
Bill Elvey leaving UW–Madison facilities post
Under Elvey’s leadership, the campus has continued to make progress on facilities development, operational flexibilities and an updated Campus Master Plan.