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SUMMARY:Intro to 12twenty: Reporting & Research Tools (Level 1 Training)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this virtual training session to learn about the tools available within 12twenty that reflect data from the First Destination Survey (FDS) and the Workplace Experience Survey (WES). This is the first level of training for 12twenty that all administrative users must complete. If you need administrative access\, you can request it using the 12twenty administrative account request form. \nThis session will cover: \n\nAn overview of the available dashboards and reports\nBest practices for navigating the filtering features within reports\nReal-world examples tailored for career advisors and employer relations teams\nAn overview of how survey data is collected and integrated\n\nNote: Participants must take (or have already taken) the 30-minute virtual Data@UW training prior to attending this training. \nLevel 2 training is also available once you’ve completed this Level 1 training. Explore all available 12twenty training options. \n❓Questions? Please review 12twenty KB documentation or reach out to Ilsa May at ilsa.may@wisc.edu.   \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, August 4\, 2026 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. \nWhere: Virtual via Zoom | Zoom link will be sent to registered participants prior to the event \nWho: Career Services Community Members \nRegister Here by July 31\n\n\nPlease note that using the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. Please click above to register.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/intro-to-12twenty-reporting-research-tools-level-1-training/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:For Career Services Professionals
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T140000
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SUMMARY:SOAR Terrific Tuesday: Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Terrific Tuesdays are special summer sessions designed to bring SOAR peer and professional advisors together for connection\, professional development\, and important updates. Each session includes opportunities for community building\, timely program updates\, course access information\, and space to share feedback.  \nThese sessions also help advisors prepare for upcoming special SOAR events and address emerging needs as the season progresses. Whether you’re new to SOAR or returning\, Terrific Tuesdays provide a valuable touchpoint to stay informed and strengthen your advising experience.  \nThis summer\, we will offer two Terrific Tuesdays (June & August). You can register for both through the registration form below. Lunch will be provided at both sessions.  \nQuestions? Reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, August 4\, 2026 from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. \nWhere: Dejope Residence Hall \nWho: SOAR Advising Staff Members \nRegister Here by July 20  \n\nPlease note that using the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. Please click the link above to register.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/soar-terrific-tuesday-session-2/
LOCATION:Dejope Residence Hall
CATEGORIES:SOAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T143000
DTSTAMP:20260226T213847Z
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UID:10001000-1785934800-1785940200@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Approving & Adding Outcomes in 12twenty (Level 2 Training)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual training designed to help you confidently manage student and alumni outcomes within 12twenty. In this 12twenty training session\, you’ll learn how to approve and edit student‑submitted outcomes\, as well as add post‑graduation outcomes. This is the second level of training for 12twenty that manager-level administrative users must complete. If you need administrative access\, you can request it using the 12twenty administrative account request form. \nThis training session will focus on: \n\nStrategies for ensuring accuracy of submitted outcomes\nIdentifying still seeking and non-respondent alumni\nBest practices for adding in outcomes based on external research\nProviding real world examples for career advisors and employer relations staff \n\nWe’ll also cover the process for bulk uploading outcomes for the First Destination and Workplace Experience surveys\, plus talk about data collection efforts by DAPIR for alumni who continue their education immediately following graduation.  \nNote: This level 2 training has two prerequisites. Participants must have completed: \n\nIntro to 12twenty: Reporting & Research Tools (Level 1 Training)\nOffice of the Registrar FERPA Training\n\n📅 Explore all the available 12twenty training sessions. ❓Questions? Please reach out to Ilsa May at ilsa.may@wisc.edu.   \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, August 5\, 2026 from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. \nWhere: Virtual via Zoom | Zoom link will be sent to registered participants prior to the event \nWho: Career Services Community Members \nRegister Here by August 3\n\n\nPlease note that using the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. Please click above to register.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/approving-adding-outcomes-in-12twenty-level-2-training-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:For Career Services Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260724T161945Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Academic & Career Success
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Intro to Academic & Career Success\, a presentation and interactive workshop hosted by the Office of Academic & Career Success (OACS). Learn about the systems\, units\, and people of OACS and how we support the advising\, career services\, and learning support communities \nThis session is your chance to connect\, collaborate\, and get inspired as we explore: \n🏛️ The history and current structure of UW–Madison \n📈 Key insights into student enrollment\, retention\, and career outcomes \n👥 The mission\, structure\, and amazing staff of OACS \n🎯 Exciting training and professional development opportunities \n🤝 How you can get involved and make your voice heard in our community \n🧩 Fun\, interactive activities and discussions to bring it all to life! \nWhether you’re new to campus or just looking to deepen your connection with OACS\, this workshop is a great way to learn\, share\, and grow. We can’t wait to see you there! \nQuestions? Please reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Thursday\, August 27\, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. \nWhere: Memorial Union (please check “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: Advising\, Career Services\, and Learning Support Community Members \nRegister Here by August 25\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. Please click above to register.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/intro-to-academic-and-career-success/
LOCATION:Memorial Union
CATEGORIES:For New Staff
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T160000
DTSTAMP:20260811T171943Z
CREATED:20260811T171943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T171943Z
UID:10001023-1788877800-1788883200@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Advising Data Community of Practice Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The OACS Advising Data Community of Practice (CoP) brings together UW-Madison advisors and student support professionals who are interested in finding\, accessing\, managing\, interpreting\, and applying data to support advising work. This CoP is open to any advisor or student support professional who hears the word “data” and is interested in getting involved or learning more. No prior knowledge or experience with data is required! \nTo register for this meeting\, please join the Advising Data Community of Practice by visiting the CoP webpage and filling out the interest survey. Once you have become a member\, you are eligible to register for individual CoP meetings. \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, September 8\, 2026 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. \nWho: Advising Data Community of Practice members \n\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. You must join the CoP to register for individual meetings.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/advising-data-community-of-practice-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T160000
DTSTAMP:20260810T214431Z
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UID:10001022-1789569000-1789574400@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Advisor RoundTable Series (ARTS): Advising Communication to Students
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next Advisor RoundTable Series (ARTS) session! \nARTS is an opportunity to join other advisors to share knowledge and resources on a variety of topics. Whether you’re ready to dig deep or just curious to learn something new\, there’s a seat at the table for you. Everyone’s welcome\, no matter your role—just bring your interest and join the conversation! \n🌟ARTS Session Topic: Advising Communication to Students \nDuring this session we’ll dig into the new Advising Communication Resources KnowledgeBase (KB) created by a working group of the Council on Academic Advising (CAA). The toolkit includes resources and best practices for student-directed communications\, sample outreach templates\, and related training opportunities for academic advisors.  \nThis will be an opportunity to dig into the resource\, ask questions to the creators\, and share your own communication practices with colleagues. We hope to see you there! \nQuestions? Please reach out to Kala Grove at kala.grove@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, September 16\, 2026 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Memorial Union (please check “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: Advising Community Members \nRegister Here by September 14\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. Please click above to register.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/advisor-roundtable-series-arts-advising-communication-to-students/
LOCATION:Memorial Union
CATEGORIES:For Advisors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T160000
DTSTAMP:20260811T192029Z
CREATED:20260811T192029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T192029Z
UID:10001026-1789569000-1789574400@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Advising Assessment Community of Practice Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The OACS Advising Assessment Community of Practice (CoP) brings together UW-Madison advisors and student support professionals who are interested in assessing student learning and using assessment practices to strengthen advising. This CoP was developed for academic advisors\, career services staff\, learning support staff\, and faculty advisors who are interested in discussion about the assessment of student learning for the purpose of improving practices. All levels of assessment knowledge and experience are welcome! \nTo register for this meeting\, please join the Advising Assessment Community of Practice by visiting the CoP webpage and filling out the interest survey. Once you have become a member\, you are eligible to register for individual CoP meetings. \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, September 16\, 2026 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. \nWho: Advising Assessment Community of Practice members \n\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. You must join the CoP to register for individual meetings.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/advising-assessment-community-of-practice-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T100000
DTSTAMP:20260810T212113Z
CREATED:20260810T202639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T212113Z
UID:10001018-1790152200-1790157600@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Helping Skills & Practice: September Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Supporting students effectively requires a strong foundation. Helping Skills and Practice Workshops offer development opportunities for staff in advising\, career services\, and learning support to strengthen core helping skills and explore theories and practices that inform our work with students. \nParticipants will engage in hands-on activities\, peer discussion\, and practical exercises that can be applied directly to day-to-day work. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding or refresh your approach\, this workshop provides a collaborative environment for growth and reflection. \nThis month’s session will focus on: TBD \nInterested in future workshops? View the full Helping Skills and Practice Workshop schedule and register for additional sessions. Please reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu with any questions! \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, September 23\, 2026 from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. \nWhere: Union South (please check “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: Advising\, Career Services\, and Learning Support Community Members \nRegister Here by September 21\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. Please click above to register.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/helping-skills-practice-september-workshop/
LOCATION:Union South\, 1308 W Dayton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261012T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261012T103000
DTSTAMP:20260727T202913Z
CREATED:20260727T202828Z
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UID:10001015-1791793800-1791801000@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:OACS Fall Breakfast ☕
DESCRIPTION:Join your colleagues from Advising\, Career Services\, Learning Support\, and the Office of Academic & Career Success for the OACS Fall Breakfast! We look forward to gathering together\, reconnecting with colleagues\, and celebrating the fall season. \nWe can’t wait to see you there. Let’s celebrate the fall semester in community! \nQuestions? Please reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Monday\, October 12\, 2026 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. (Breakfast begins at 8:30 and programming begins at 9:00 a.m.) \nWhere: Great Hall in Memorial Union \nWho: Advising\, Career Services\, and Learning Support Community Members \nRegister Here by September 21\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. Please click above to register.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/oacs-fall-breakfast/
LOCATION:Memorial Union
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T160000
DTSTAMP:20260811T173721Z
CREATED:20260811T173721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T173721Z
UID:10001024-1791901800-1791907200@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Advising Data Community of Practice Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The OACS Advising Data Community of Practice (CoP) brings together UW-Madison advisors and student support professionals who are interested in finding\, accessing\, managing\, interpreting\, and applying data to support advising work. This CoP is open to any advisor or student support professional who hears the word “data” and is interested in getting involved or learning more. No prior knowledge or experience with data is required! \nTo register for this meeting\, please join the Advising Data Community of Practice by visiting the CoP webpage and filling out the interest survey. Once you have become a member\, you are eligible to register for individual CoP meetings. \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, October 13\, 2026 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. \nWho: Advising Data Community of Practice members \n\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. You must join the CoP to register for individual meetings.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/advising-data-community-of-practice-meeting-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260811T192444Z
CREATED:20260811T192444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T192444Z
UID:10001027-1791988200-1791993600@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Advising Assessment Community of Practice Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The OACS Advising Assessment Community of Practice (CoP) brings together UW-Madison advisors and student support professionals who are interested in assessing student learning and using assessment practices to strengthen advising. This CoP was developed for academic advisors\, career services staff\, learning support staff\, and faculty advisors who are interested in discussion about the assessment of student learning for the purpose of improving practices. All levels of assessment knowledge and experience are welcome! \nTo register for this meeting\, please join the Advising Assessment Community of Practice by visiting the CoP webpage and filling out the interest survey. Once you have become a member\, you are eligible to register for individual CoP meetings. \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, October 14\, 2026 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. \nWho: Advising Assessment Community of Practice members \n\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. You must join the CoP to register for individual meetings.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/advising-assessment-community-of-practice-meeting-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T143000
DTSTAMP:20260727T204655Z
CREATED:20260727T204633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T204655Z
UID:10001016-1792069200-1792074600@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Career Services Network Community of Practice Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Career Services Network Community of Practice (CoP) brings together all career services colleagues to engage in meaningful discussions around current topics\, shared challenges\, collaboration opportunities\, and promising practices in our field. \n🌟 Topics for this meeting: TBD \nTo receive communications and meeting invitations for this community\, please be sure to join the Career Services Staff Listserv. Questions? Contact Danielle at danielle.marriner@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Thursday\, October 15\, 2026 from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. \nWhere: Virtual via Zoom  Join Here \nWho: Career Services Community Members \n\nTo join this meeting\, click the virtual link above at the meeting date and time. No need to register for this specific meeting.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/career-services-network-community-of-practice-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T111500
DTSTAMP:20260727T205002Z
CREATED:20260727T205002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T205002Z
UID:10001017-1792490400-1792494900@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Career Courses & Curriculum Community of Practice Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Career Courses and Curriculum Community of Practice (CoP) brings together staff who teach career courses or develop career-related curriculum to share insights\, challenges\, and opportunities. Meetings will be highly discussion-based. The goal is to create an open\, collaborative space where everyone can share\, learn\, and connect. \n🌟 Monthly Meeting Topic: TBD \nIf you would like to become a Career Courses & Curriculum Community of Practice member and receive meeting updates and other community resources via email\, please visit this page and follow the steps to sign up for the email list. \nQuestions? Contact Danielle at danielle.marriner@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, October 20\, 2026 from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. \nWhere: Virtual via Zoom  Join Here \nWho: Career Courses and Curriculum Community of Practice members \n\nTo join this meeting\, click the virtual link above at the meeting date and time. No need to register for this specific meeting. We encourage you to join the Career Courses & Curriculum Community of Practice if you are interested in attending this meeting.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/career-courses-curriculum-community-of-practice-meeting-12/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:For Career Services Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T100000
DTSTAMP:20260810T212106Z
CREATED:20260810T210606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T212106Z
UID:10001019-1792657800-1792663200@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Helping Skills & Practice: October Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Supporting students effectively requires a strong foundation. Helping Skills and Practice Workshops offer development opportunities for staff in advising\, career services\, and learning support to strengthen core helping skills and explore theories and practices that inform our work with students. \nParticipants will engage in hands-on activities\, peer discussion\, and practical exercises that can be applied directly to day-to-day work. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding or refresh your approach\, this workshop provides a collaborative environment for growth and reflection. \nThis month’s session will focus on: TBD \nInterested in future workshops? View the full Helping Skills and Practice Workshop schedule and register for additional sessions. Please reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu with any questions! \n\nWhen: Thursday\, October 22\, 2026 from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. \nWhere: Union South (please check “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: Advising\, Career Services\, and Learning Support Community Members \nRegister Here by October 20\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. Please click above to register.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/helping-skills-practice-october-workshop/
LOCATION:Union South\, 1308 W Dayton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260811T212903Z
CREATED:20260811T202106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T212903Z
UID:10001028-1792657800-1792670400@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Motivational Interviewing
DESCRIPTION:Looking to strengthen your communication skills and better support others as they navigate decisions and change? Introduction to Motivational Interviewing offers an interactive overview to a proven communication approach that can enhance conversations with students\, colleagues\, supervisees\, employers\, alumni\, and campus partners. \nMotivational Interviewing (MI) guiding style of communication that helps others explore their own goals and move toward meaningful change. This approach is about:  \n\nBeing collaborative\nAsking thoughtful questions\nListening with empathy\nSupporting others as they make decisions that feel right for them\n\nIn this intro workshop\, you will practice key MI techniques and learn how to help others explore their goals\, build confidence\, and take meaningful next steps. \nQuestions? Please reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \nNote: Introduction to Motivational Interviewing is held once each semester and once during the summer.\nAlready participated in Motivational Interviewing training? Check out Motivational Interviewing Part 2: Practice & Application. \n\nWhen: Thursday\, October 22\, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. \nWhere: Memorial Union (please check “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: Advising\, Career Services\, and Learning Support Community Members \nRegister Here by October 20\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. Please click above to register.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/introduction-to-motivational-interviewing/
LOCATION:Memorial Union
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T100000
DTSTAMP:20260810T212102Z
CREATED:20260810T211319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T212102Z
UID:10001020-1794990600-1794996000@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Helping Skills & Practice: November Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Supporting students effectively requires a strong foundation. Helping Skills and Practice Workshops offer development opportunities for staff in advising\, career services\, and learning support to strengthen core helping skills and explore theories and practices that inform our work with students. \nParticipants will engage in hands-on activities\, peer discussion\, and practical exercises that can be applied directly to day-to-day work. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding or refresh your approach\, this workshop provides a collaborative environment for growth and reflection. \nThis month’s session will focus on: TBD \nInterested in future workshops? View the full Helping Skills and Practice Workshop schedule and register for additional sessions. Please reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu with any questions! \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, November 18\, 2026 from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. \nWhere: Union South (please check “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: Advising\, Career Services\, and Learning Support Community Members \nRegister Here by November 16\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. Please click above to register.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/helping-skills-practice-november-workshop/
LOCATION:Union South\, 1308 W Dayton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T153000
DTSTAMP:20260811T205559Z
CREATED:20260811T205459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T205559Z
UID:10001029-1795010400-1795015800@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Career Services Network Community of Practice Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Career Services Network Community of Practice (CoP) brings together career services colleagues to engage in meaningful discussions around current topics\, shared challenges\, collaboration opportunities\, and promising practices in our career services field. \n🌟 Topics for this meeting: TBD \nTo receive communications and meeting invitations for this community\, please be sure to join the Career Services Staff Listserv. Questions? Contact Danielle at danielle.marriner@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, November 18\, 2026 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. \nWhere: Virtual via Zoom  Join Here \nWho: Career Services Community Members \n\nTo join this meeting\, click the virtual link above at the meeting date and time. No need to register for this specific meeting.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/career-services-network-community-of-practice-meeting-8/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:For Career Services Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T101500
DTSTAMP:20260811T210305Z
CREATED:20260811T210305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T210305Z
UID:10001030-1796202000-1796206500@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Career Courses & Curriculum Community of Practice Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Career Courses and Curriculum Community of Practice (CoP) brings together staff who teach career courses or develop career-related curriculum to share insights\, challenges\, and opportunities. Meetings will be highly discussion-based. The goal is to create an open\, collaborative space where everyone can share\, learn\, and connect. \n🌟 Monthly Meeting Topic: TBD \nIf you would like to become a Career Courses & Curriculum Community of Practice member and receive meeting updates and other community resources via email\, please visit this page and follow the steps to sign up for the email list. \nQuestions? Contact Danielle at danielle.marriner@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, December 2\, 2026 from 9:00 to 10:15 a.m. \nWhere: Virtual via Zoom  Join Here \nWho: Career Courses and Curriculum Community of Practice members \n\nTo join this meeting\, click the virtual link above at the meeting date and time. No need to register for this specific meeting. We encourage you to join the Career Courses & Curriculum Community of Practice if you are interested in attending this meeting.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/career-courses-curriculum-community-of-practice-meeting-13/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:For Career Services Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260811T212751Z
CREATED:20260811T212614Z
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UID:10001031-1796720400-1796727600@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing Part 2: Practice & Application
DESCRIPTION:Motivational Interviewing Part 2: Practice & Application is an interactive workshop designed for participants who are ready to build on their foundational Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills. During this follow-up session\, we will refresh your understanding of the MI Spirit and the key communication skills known as OARS (Open-ended questions\, Affirmations\, Reflections\, and Summaries) and share fun\, effective ways to practice these skills. \nParticipants will also have the opportunity to bring specific workplace challenges or case studies for group discussion and support. \nBy the end of the session\, you will: \n\nRefresh your understanding of the MI Spirit and OARS skills\nPractice applying MI techniques to real-life scenarios from advising\, career services\, and learning support\nIncrease your confidence and comfort using MI in authentic\, personalized ways\nGain feedback and ideas from peers on challenging conversations\n\nPrerequisite: Participants must have attended Introduction to Motivational Interviewing or have prior experience using OARS in their work. \nNote: Motivational Interviewing Part 2 is held once each semester and once during the summer. \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, December 8\, 2026 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. \nWhere: Memorial Union (please check “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: Advising\, Career Services\, and Learning Support Community Members \nRegister Here by December 6\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. Please click above to register.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/motivational-interviewing-part-2/
LOCATION:Memorial Union
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260811T191147Z
CREATED:20260811T191147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T191147Z
UID:10001025-1796740200-1796745600@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Advising Data Community of Practice Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The OACS Advising Data Community of Practice (CoP) brings together UW-Madison advisors and student support professionals who are interested in finding\, accessing\, managing\, interpreting\, and applying data to support advising work. This CoP is open to any advisor or student support professional who hears the word “data” and is interested in getting involved or learning more. No prior knowledge or experience with data is required! \nTo register for this meeting\, please join the Advising Data Community of Practice by visiting the CoP webpage and filling out the interest survey. Once you have become a member\, you are eligible to register for individual CoP meetings. \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, December 8\, 2026 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. \nWho: Advising Data Community of Practice members \n\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. You must join the CoP to register for individual meetings.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/advising-data-community-of-practice-meeting-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260811T213128Z
CREATED:20260811T213128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T213128Z
UID:10001032-1796826600-1796832000@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Advising Assessment Community of Practice Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The OACS Advising Assessment Community of Practice (CoP) brings together UW-Madison advisors and student support professionals who are interested in assessing student learning and using assessment practices to strengthen advising. This CoP was developed for academic advisors\, career services staff\, learning support staff\, and faculty advisors who are interested in discussion about the assessment of student learning for the purpose of improving practices. All levels of assessment knowledge and experience are welcome! \nTo register for this meeting\, please join the Advising Assessment Community of Practice by visiting the CoP webpage and filling out the interest survey. Once you have become a member\, you are eligible to register for individual CoP meetings. \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, December 9\, 2026 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. \nWho: Advising Assessment Community of Practice members \n\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. You must join the CoP to register for individual meetings.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/advising-assessment-community-of-practice-meeting-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T100000
DTSTAMP:20260810T212042Z
CREATED:20260810T211836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T212042Z
UID:10001021-1797496200-1797501600@oacs.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Helping Skills & Practice: December Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Supporting students effectively requires a strong foundation. Helping Skills and Practice Workshops offer development opportunities for staff in advising\, career services\, and learning support to strengthen core helping skills and explore theories and practices that inform our work with students. \nParticipants will engage in hands-on activities\, peer discussion\, and practical exercises that can be applied directly to day-to-day work. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding or refresh your approach\, this workshop provides a collaborative environment for growth and reflection. \nThis month’s session will focus on: TBD \nInterested in future workshops? View the full Helping Skills and Practice Workshop schedule and register for additional sessions. Please reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu with any questions! \n\nWhen: Thursday\, December 17\, 2026 from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. \nWhere: Union South (please check “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: Advising\, Career Services\, and Learning Support Community Members \nRegister Here by December 15\n\n\nPlease note that the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. Please click above to register.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/helping-skills-practice-december-workshop/
LOCATION:Union South\, 1308 W Dayton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States
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