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SUMMARY:Supervisor's Community of Practice Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Academic & Career Success facilitates a monthly Supervisor’s Community of Practice for advising\, career services\, and learning support staff members who have supervisory responsibilities. Each month\, the group dives into a new topic to spark conversation\, share insights\, and build our leadership toolkits. The month’s topic will be shared with the community prior to each monthly meeting. \nWhether you’re a seasoned supervisor or just stepping into the role\, come connect\, learn\, and grow with your peers. We encourage Community of Practice members to attend as many sessions as possible—each one is a chance to recharge and reflect on your approach to leadership. \n\nWhen: Thursday\, February 12\, 2026 from 9:00 to 10:00 am \nWhere: Morgridge Hall\, Room 5631 \nWho: Community of Practice Members \nRegistration for this group happens at the beginning of each academic year. Please reach out to Emily Dickmann at emily.dickmann@wisc.edu if you’re interested in joining the 25-26 Supervisor’s Community of Practice. \n\nPlease note that using the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event.
URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/supervisors-community-of-practice-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Morgridge Hall\, 1205 University Avenue\, Madison\, WI\, 53706
CATEGORIES:For Supervisors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T090000
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SUMMARY:Helping Skills and Practice: February Session
DESCRIPTION:Helping Skills and Practice is a monthly series of interactive workshops designed for staff members working in advising\, career services\, and learning support\, and can be especially helpful for new community members. This workshop offers a space to strengthen foundational skills and explore key theories that inform and guide 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. \n🌟 February Session Topic: Making effective referrals and fostering student accountability. \nHelping Skills and Practice is offered monthly throughout the semester\, with each session focusing on a different foundational skill and we encourage participants to register for and attend as many sessions as possible. View the additional Helping Skills and Practice session dates and register here. \nQuestions? Please reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Friday\, February 13\, 2026 from 9:00 to 10:30 am \nWhere: Social Sciences\, Room 8417  (1180 Observatory Dr) \nWho: Advising\, Career Services\, and Learning Support Community Members \nRegister Here by February 11 \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/helping-skills-and-practice-february-session/
LOCATION:8417 Social Sciences\, 1180 Observatory Dr
CATEGORIES:For New Staff
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T130000
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SUMMARY:Data Literacy and Responsible Use Training
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about how we navigate\, access\, and use data responsibly in our roles as academic advising\, career services\, and learning support professionals? \nJoin us for Data Literacy and Responsible Use Training\, a fun\, interactive workshop designed to build your confidence in working with data. We’ll start by developing a foundational knowledge of data literacy and highlighting the tools and support available across campus. Then\, we’ll apply these key concepts we’ve learned through group case studies—focusing on how to use data responsibly and effectively. \nRegistered participants must take the 30-minute virtual Data@UW training prior to attending this in-person training workshop. \nNote: If you are unable to attend on this date\, the Data Literacy and Responsible Use Training will be held once per semester. \nQuestions? Reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, February 17\, 2026 from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. \nWhere: Memorial Union (please check “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: All Advising\, Career Services\, and Learning Support Community Members \nRegister Here by February 15\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/data-literacy-and-responsible-use-training-5/
LOCATION:Memorial Union
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T120000
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SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing Training
DESCRIPTION:Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a guiding style of communication that helps people explore their own goals and move toward meaningful change. This approach sits between simply listening and actively giving advice. It’s about being collaborative\, asking thoughtful questions\, listening with empathy\, and supporting others as they make decisions that feel right for them.  \nIn this highly interactive workshop\, you will learn how Motivational Interviewing can strengthen your conversations with students\, as well as colleagues\, supervisees\, employers\, alumni\, and campus partners. The skills you develop will allow you to build trust and support others in taking their next steps with confidence. \nMotivational Interviewing is offered multiple times each semester\, view upcoming dates and times here.  \nQuestions? Reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, February 18\, 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 February 16\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/motivational-interviewing-training-feb-2026/
LOCATION:Memorial Union
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SUMMARY:New Staff Social: Crafternoon 🎨
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting or a CRAFTERNOON! \nNew and new-ish staff are invited to an afternoon of crafting and connection with fellow new staff members in advising\, career services and learning support. The Office of Academic & Career Success will provide craft supplies\, but you can also bring your own projects if you would like! \nFeel free to come and go as needed and bring your own lunch to enjoy while doing some crafts. We hope to see you there! \nQuestions? Reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, February 24\, 2026 from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. \nWhere: Bascom Hall\, Room 53 \nWho: New and New-ish Advising\, Career Services\, and Learning Support Community Members \nRegister Here by February 23\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/new-staff-social-crafternoon/
LOCATION:53 Bascom Hall
CATEGORIES:For New Staff
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SUMMARY:Advisor RoundTable Series: Creating Student Community within the Major
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next Advisor RoundTable Series session! \nThe Advisor RoundTable Series is your chance to connect with fellow community members\, swap ideas\, and dive into a mix of topics—from the familiar to the brand new. 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🌟 February Session Topic: Creating Student Community within the Major \nHear from advisors from English\, the Wisconsin School of Business\, Chicanx/e & Latinx/e Studies\, and Biochemistry & Microbiology about how they create student community within the major. Ask questions of your colleagues and share what has worked for you! \nQuestions? Please reach out to Kala Grove at kala.grove@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, February 25\, 2026 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Memorial Union (Please check “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: Open to anyone in our communities interested in the topic! \nRegister Here by February 23\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/advisor-roundtable-series-3/
LOCATION:Memorial Union
CATEGORIES:For Advisors
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SUMMARY:Navigating Hiring Uncertainty: Strategies for Career Services Staff
DESCRIPTION:Connect with career services colleagues from across campus to talk about how we can support students during uncertain hiring periods\, including economic downturns. We’ll look at ways to communicate with empathy\, provide stability\, and help students feel seen and supported. You’ll hear insights from a panel of experienced staff and we’ll work through real‑world scenarios together. There will also be time to focus on our own well‑being and explore how we can care for ourselves while navigating tough conversations in our roles. \nThis event is for all career services staff\, even those who don’t meet with students directly! Your work with employers\, events\, and operations is shaped by hiring trends—and your perspective is important to the conversation. \nQuestions? Reach out to Danielle Marriner at danielle.marriner@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Thursday\, February 26 2026 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. \nWhere: Wisconsin Idea Room (Room 159)\, Education Building \nWho: Career Services Community Members \nRegister Here by February 24\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/navigating-hiring-uncertainty-strategies-for-career-services-staff/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Idea Room\, Education Building
CATEGORIES:For Career Services Professionals
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