BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Office of Academic & Career Success - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Office of Academic & Career Success REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250818T150316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T142537Z UID:10000961-1775811600-1775817000@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Helping Skills and Practice: April Session DESCRIPTION:Helping Skills and Practice is a 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🌟 April Session: Coffee & Consultation \nDuring this session: \n\nYou’ll have a chance to get feedback on a student case study/scenario you bring to the group.\nWe’ll provide a simple framework to help each of you serve as “consultants” to one another.\nYou’ll walk away with ideas and possible solutions from your colleagues!\nCoffee and bagels will be provided.\n\nPlease bring a student situation you’re looking to get some feedback and ideas on how to address. \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\, April 10\, 2026 from 9:00 to 10:00 am \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 April 8 \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-april-session/ LOCATION:Memorial Union CATEGORIES:For New Staff END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T150000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20251106T173522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T173522Z UID:10000982-1773925200-1773932400@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Learn to Use Tableau! DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about using Tableau\, UW–Madison’s data visualization software? Join us for Learn to Use Tableau\, a hands-on training session that will help you get comfortable using Tableau for data visualizations and Institutional Data Exporters (IDEs). \nIn this interactive workshop\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nApply filters and navigate dashboards\nSave custom views and download data\nBuild transferable skills for any Tableau workbook—including those in the OACS Data Catalog\n\nNo prior experience with these tools is necessary. We’ll work with simplified\, practice datasets—not operational data tied to specific roles—so you can focus on building transferable skills in a low-pressure environment. Please bring a laptop to this training. Registered participants must take the 30-minute virtual Data@UW training prior to attending this in-person training workshop.\n \nNote: If you are unable to attend on this date\, Learn to Use Tableau will be held once per semester. \nQuestions? Reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Thursday\, March 19\, 2026 from 1:00 to 3:00 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 March 17\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/learn-to-use-tableau-5/ LOCATION:Memorial Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T160000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250814T190948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T213149Z UID:10000940-1772029800-1772035200@oacs.wisc.edu 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250814T200053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T201556Z UID:10000947-1771403400-1771416000@oacs.wisc.edu 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T143000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20251106T165940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T170050Z UID:10000981-1771333200-1771338600@oacs.wisc.edu 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T170000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250909T153230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T153230Z UID:10000969-1765785600-1765818000@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training DESCRIPTION:Note: This event is not sponsored by the Office of Academic & Career Success. We are sharing this with our communities on behalf of the organizers. \n\nMental Health First Aid is an early intervention public education program that teaches adults how to recognize the signs and symptoms that suggest a potential mental health challenge\, listen without judgement\, give reassurance to someone who may be experiencing a mental health challenge\, and refer a person to appropriate professional support and services. \nThis training is presented by Soumya Palreddy\, PhD\, and designed for UW-Madison faculty\, instructors\, advisors\, career services\, and learning support staff members. \nQuestions? Reach out to Soumya at soumya.palreddy@gmail.com. \n\nWhen: Monday\, December 15\, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \nWhere: Memorial Union (please see “Today in the Union” for the exact room) \nRegister Here\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/mental-health-first-aid-training-11/ LOCATION:Memorial Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250814T195728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T201426Z UID:10000946-1765355400-1765368000@oacs.wisc.edu 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\, December 10\, 2025 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 December 8\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-december-2025/ LOCATION:Memorial Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T141500 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250814T192823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T174211Z UID:10000943-1764680400-1764684900@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Campus Resources and Referrals: McBurney Disability Resource Center DESCRIPTION:Campus Resources and Referrals is your monthly backstage pass to UW–Madison’s student support network—perfect for new staff in advising\, career services\, and learning support\, but open to everyone in our communities! Each session brings you face-to-face with key campus office staff—from University Health Services to the McBurney Center—who’ll share tips on how and when to refer students for the assistance they need. It’s a great way to build your campus know-how\, grow your professional network\, and learn the best ways to support students holistically. \n🌟 December Session Topic: McBurney Disability Resource Center \nThe McBurney Disability Resource Center is UW-Madison’s resource for disability-related student accommodations. McBurney staff work to ensure all students have equitable access to their educational experience\, regardless of their disability status. Join us this month to learn more about when and how to refer a student to the McBurney Disability Resource Center! \nQuestions? Contact Kim Mueller at kim.mueller@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, December 2\, 2025 from 1:00 to 2:15 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 November 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/campus-resources-and-referrals-december-session/ LOCATION:Memorial Union CATEGORIES:For New Staff END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250814T203411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T200928Z UID:10000953-1763110800-1763116200@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Helping Skills and Practice: November 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🌟 November Session Topic: Using templates to save time! We’ll discuss how using templates can cut down on repetitive tasks and help you stay organized. \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\, November 14\, 2025 from 9:00 to 10:30 am \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 November 12 \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-november-session/ LOCATION:Memorial Union CATEGORIES:For New Staff END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T141500 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250814T192236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T194042Z UID:10000942-1762261200-1762265700@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Campus Resources and Referrals: Learning Support DESCRIPTION:Campus Resources and Referrals is your monthly backstage pass to UW–Madison’s student support network—perfect for new staff in advising\, career services\, and learning support\, but open to everyone in our communities! Each Resources and Referrals session brings you face-to-face with key campus office staff—from University Health Services to the McBurney Center—who’ll share tips on how and when to refer students for the assistance they need. It’s a great way to build your campus know-how\, grow your professional network\, and learn the best ways to support students holistically. \n🌟 November Session Topic: Learning Support at UW-Madison \nLearning Support at UW–Madison offers free academic assistance to students through a network of learning centers across campus. Services include drop-in tutoring\, small group sessions\, peer study groups\, and study skills workshops. Attend this session to get more insight into campus learning centers and how to refer students to Learning Support for academic assistance on campus! \nQuestions? Contact Kim Mueller at kim.mueller@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, November 4\, 2025 from 1:00 to 2:15 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 November 2 \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/campus-resources-and-referrals-november-session/ LOCATION:Memorial Union CATEGORIES:For New Staff END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250814T195535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T201030Z UID:10000945-1761208200-1761220800@oacs.wisc.edu 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 (MI) 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: Thursday\, October 23\, 2025 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 21\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-october-2025/ LOCATION:Memorial Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T100000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250815T211505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T163415Z UID:10000936-1760430600-1760436000@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:☕ Fall Welcome Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Join your colleagues from Advising\, Career Services\, Learning Support\, and the Office of Academic & Career Success for a warm and welcoming start to the semester at the Fall Welcome Breakfast! We look forward to gathering to celebrate the new academic year and to reconnect and recharge together. \nWe can’t wait to see you there. Let’s launch the fall semester in community! \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, October 14\, 2025 from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. | Breakfast begins at 8:30 and programming begins at 9:00 a.m. \nWhere: Great Hall in Memorial Union \nWho: Academic Advising\, Career Services\, and Learning Support Community Members \nThis event has reached capacity. Interested in being added to the waitlist? Email info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\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/fall-welcome-breakfast-2/ LOCATION:Memorial Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250814T194421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T183425Z UID:10000944-1760086800-1760092200@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Helping Skills and Practice: October 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. These sessions offer 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🌟 October Session Topic: During the first session participants will explore and reflect on core helping philosophies\, as well as co-select the topics for future sessions! \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\, October 10\, 2025 from 9:00 to 10:30 am \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 8 \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-october-2025/ LOCATION:Memorial Union CATEGORIES:For New Staff END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T170000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250909T153147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T153147Z UID:10000968-1759910400-1759942800@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training DESCRIPTION:Note: This event is not sponsored by the Office of Academic & Career Success. We are sharing this with our communities on behalf of the organizers. \n\nMental Health First Aid is an early intervention public education program that teaches adults how to recognize the signs and symptoms that suggest a potential mental health challenge\, listen without judgement\, give reassurance to someone who may be experiencing a mental health challenge\, and refer a person to appropriate professional support and services. \nThis training is presented by Soumya Palreddy\, PhD\, and designed for UW-Madison faculty\, instructors\, advisors\, career services\, and learning support staff members. \nQuestions? Reach out to Soumya at soumya.palreddy@gmail.com. \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, October 8\, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \nWhere: Memorial Union (please see “Today in the Union” for the exact room) \nRegister Here\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/mental-health-first-aid-training-10/ LOCATION:Memorial Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T141500 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250814T185242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T195551Z UID:10000938-1759842000-1759846500@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Campus Resources and Referrals: Office of Student Assistance & Support DESCRIPTION:Campus Resources and Referrals is your monthly backstage pass to UW–Madison’s student support network—perfect for new staff in advising\, career services\, and learning support\, but open to everyone in our communities! Each session brings you face-to-face with key campus office staff—from University Health Services to the McBurney Center—who’ll share tips on how and when to refer students for the assistance they need. It’s a great way to build your campus know-how\, grow your professional network\, and learn the best ways to support students holistically. \n🌟 October Session Topic: Office of Student Assistance & Support (OSAS) \nOSAS is a central resource for students navigating personal\, academic\, or health-related challenges. Staff can help with issues ranging from food insecurity and housing instability to mental health concerns and academic difficulties. Come learn more about when and how to refer a student to the Office of Student Assistance and Support. \nQuestions? Contact Kim Mueller at kim.mueller@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, October 7\, 2025 from 1:00 to 2:15 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 5 \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/campus-resources-and-referrals-2/ LOCATION:Memorial Union CATEGORIES:For New Staff END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T170000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250909T153053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T153053Z UID:10000967-1759824000-1759856400@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training DESCRIPTION:Note: This event is not sponsored by the Office of Academic & Career Success. We are sharing this with our communities on behalf of the organizers. \n\nMental Health First Aid is an early intervention public education program that teaches adults how to recognize the signs and symptoms that suggest a potential mental health challenge\, listen without judgement\, give reassurance to someone who may be experiencing a mental health challenge\, and refer a person to appropriate professional support and services. \nThis training is presented by Soumya Palreddy\, PhD\, and designed for UW-Madison faculty\, instructors\, advisors\, career services\, and learning support staff members. \nQuestions? Reach out to Soumya at soumya.palreddy@gmail.com. \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, October 7\, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \nWhere: Memorial Union (please see “Today in the Union” for the exact room) \nRegister Here\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/mental-health-first-aid-training-9/ LOCATION:Memorial Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T160000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250814T175954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T171705Z UID:10000937-1758637800-1758643200@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Advisor RoundTable Series: Onboarding Professional Staff 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🌟September Session Topic: Onboarding Professional Staff \nThis collaborative presentation will share how to identify the need for a more formal onboarding program\, as well as how to start building\, implementing\, and continuing to improve over time. We will also think about how the techniques outlined can benefit teams of all sizes looking to improve onboarding in intentional and sustainable ways\, and connect with other advisors in the community to share best practices and generate new ideas in real time. \nThis session will be led by Michele Crandell from the College of Engineering. \nQuestions? Please reach out to Kala Grove at kala.grove@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Tuesday\, September 23\, 2025 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 September 21\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-sept-25/ LOCATION:Memorial Union CATEGORIES:For Advisors END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250730T211759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T211759Z UID:10000927-1755680400-1755691200@oacs.wisc.edu 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\nđŸ›ïž The history and current structure of UW–Madison\n📈 Key insights into student enrollment\, retention\, and career outcomes\nđŸ‘„ The mission\, structure\, and amazing staff of OACS\n🎯 Exciting training and professional development opportunities\nđŸ€ How you can get involved and make your voice heard in our community\nđŸ§© Fun\, interactive activities and discussions to bring it all to life!\n\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: Wednesday\, August 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. \nWhere: Memorial Union (please check “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: New advising\, career services\, and learning support community members \nRegister by August 18 \n\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/intro-to-academic-career-success-5/ LOCATION:Memorial Union CATEGORIES:For New Staff END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T150000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250505T204151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T174336Z UID:10000916-1755176400-1755183600@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Learn to Use Tableau! DESCRIPTION:This hands-on training session will help you build confidence using Tableau in your advising\, career services\, or learning support role! \nTableau is UW-Madison’s data visualization software and the tool that houses the OACS Data Catalog. \nDuring this training you’ll learn how to work with Data Visualizations and Institutional Data Exporters (IDEs or lists) within Tableau. We’ll talk through how to apply filters\, download results\, perform basic spreadsheet tasks\, and more. No prior experience with these tools is needed—we’ll use plain language and real examples throughout! \nQuestions? Reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Thursday\, August 14\, 2025 from 1:00 to 3:00 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\n\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/learn-to-use-tableau-3/ LOCATION:Memorial Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T154500 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250505T190004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T192137Z UID:10000913-1754577000-1754581500@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Data Literacy and Responsible Use Training DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about how to navigate\, access\, and use data responsibly in your role as an advising\, career services\, or learning support community member? \nJoin us for this upcoming Data Literacy and Responsible Use Training Session! In this fun\, interactive workshop\, we will explore key concepts of data literacy and responsible use. This session will also help you understand the path from using data responsibly to accessing and using data in your everyday work. \nRegistered participants must take the 30-minute virtual Data@UW training prior to attending this in-person training workshop. \nQuestions? Reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Thursday\, August 7\, 2025 from 2:30 to 3:45 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\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-3/ LOCATION:Memorial Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T153000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250505T203607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T174403Z UID:10000915-1753363800-1753371000@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Learn to Use Tableau! DESCRIPTION:This hands-on training session will help you build confidence using Tableau in your advising\, career services\, or learning support role! \nTableau is UW-Madison’s data visualization software and the tool that houses the OACS Data Catalog. \nDuring this training you’ll learn how to work with Data Visualizations and Institutional Data Exporters (IDEs or lists) within Tableau. We’ll talk through how to apply filters\, download results\, perform basic spreadsheet tasks\, and more. No prior experience with these tools is needed—we’ll use plain language and real examples throughout! \nQuestions? Reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Thursday\, July 24\, 2025 from 1:30 to 3:30 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\n\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/learn-to-use-tableau-2/ LOCATION:Memorial Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T144500 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250505T185640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T205026Z UID:10000912-1752672600-1752677100@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Data Literacy and Responsible Use Training DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about how to navigate\, access\, and use data responsibly in your role as an advising\, career services\, or learning support community member? \nJoin us for this upcoming Data Literacy and Responsible Use Training Session! In this fun\, interactive workshop\, we will explore key concepts of data literacy and responsible use. This session will also help you understand the path from using data responsibly to accessing and using data in your everyday work. \nRegistered participants must take the 30-minute virtual Data@UW training prior to attending this in-person training workshop. \nQuestions? Reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, July 16\, 2025 from 1:30 to 2:45 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\n\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/data-literacy-and-responsible-use-training-2/ LOCATION:Memorial Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T160000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250505T201941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T174306Z UID:10000914-1750687200-1750694400@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Learn to Use Tableau! DESCRIPTION:This hands-on training session will help you build confidence using Tableau in your advising\, career services\, or learning support role! \nTableau is UW-Madison’s data visualization software and the tool that houses the OACS Data Catalog. \nDuring this training you’ll learn how to work with Data Visualizations and Institutional Data Exporters (IDEs or lists) within Tableau. We’ll talk through how to apply filters\, download results\, perform basic spreadsheet tasks\, and more. No prior experience with these tools is needed—we’ll use plain language and real examples throughout! \nQuestions? Reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Monday\, June 23\, 2025 from 2:oo to 4:00 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\n\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/learn-to-use-tableau/ LOCATION:Memorial Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T154500 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20250505T185141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T205131Z UID:10000911-1749738600-1749743100@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Data Literacy and Responsible Use Training DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about how to navigate\, access\, and use data responsibly in your role as an advising\, career services\, or learning support community member? \nJoin us for this upcoming Data Literacy and Responsible Use Training Session! In this fun\, interactive workshop\, we will explore key concepts of data literacy and responsible use. This session will also help you understand the path from using data responsibly to accessing and using data in your everyday work. \nRegistered participants must take the 30-minute virtual Data@UW training prior to attending this in-person training workshop. \nQuestions? Reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Thursday\, June 12\, 2025 from 2:30 to 3:45 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\n\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/data-literacy-and-responsible-use-training/ LOCATION:Memorial Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250609T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250609T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024634 CREATED:20240821T201040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T205225Z UID:10000847-1749459600-1749465000@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Helping Skills and Practice Session 8 DESCRIPTION:Helping Skills and Practice is a workshop-style event series intended for new and new-ish advising\, career services\, and learning support staff members. These workshops will focus on practicing core skills and understanding a variety of theories that impact and guide our work with students. A specific meeting topic will be shared closer to each session date! \n\nWhen: Monday\, June 9\, 2025 from 9:00 to 10:30 am \nWhere: Memorial Union (please check “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: New and New-ish Advising\, Career Services\, and Learning Support Staff Members \nRegister Here \n\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/helping-skills-and-practice-session-8/ LOCATION:Memorial Union CATEGORIES:For New Staff END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024635 CREATED:20241017T145553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T152229Z UID:10000872-1747989000-1748001600@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing Training DESCRIPTION:Motivational Interviewing Training is an interactive workshop that will provide opportunities to explore the theory and practice behind the concept of Motivational Interviewing (MI).  \nThe concept of Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative\, goal-oriented style of communication with particular attention to the language of change. MI is practiced with an underlying spirit (or way of being with people) and a set of core skills\, and in this session participants will engage in experiential exercises meant to build this spirit and the core skills of MI. As a group\, we will consider ways to apply MI to work with students and practice these skills in pairs and small groups. \nWhen: Friday\, May 23\, 2025 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 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!\n\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/motivational-interviewing-8/ LOCATION:Memorial Union END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T170000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024635 CREATED:20250410T152749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T153055Z UID:10000908-1746716400-1746723600@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Advising Community Year-End Celebration! DESCRIPTION:Join the Office of Academic & Career Success and your fellow advising community members for an end-of-year celebration at the Memorial Union Terrace. \nThis informal gathering is a chance for advisors from across campus to get together\, enjoy some appetizers\, and chat about the past year and what comes next. We invite you to come and go as needed throughout the event time. We hope to see you there! \nQuestions? Reach out to info.oacs@wisc.edu. \n\nWhen: Thursday\, May 8 2025 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. \nWhere: Memorial Union Terrace \nWho: Advising Community Members \nRegister Here \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/advising-year-end-celebration/ LOCATION:Memorial Union CATEGORIES:For Advisors END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T100000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024635 CREATED:20240821T173225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T173406Z UID:10000842-1746694800-1746698400@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Supervisor 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. Topics vary by month and are shared closer to the date of each gathering with the community members. Participants are encouraged to attend as many sessions as possible. \nWhen: Thursday\, May 8\, 2025 from 9:00 to 10:00 am \nWhere: Memorial Union (please see “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: Supervisor Community of Practice Members \nInterested in joining the Supervisor’s Community of Practice and attending this event? Please contact Emily Dickmann. \n\nPlease note that using the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/supervisor-community-of-practice-meeting-5/ LOCATION:Memorial Union CATEGORIES:For Supervisors END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T144500 DTSTAMP:20260415T024635 CREATED:20240822T191631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T160649Z UID:10000855-1746538200-1746542700@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Campus Resources and Referrals: Center for Leadership & Involvement DESCRIPTION:Campus Resources & Referrals is an event series focused on holistic student support and well-being for new and new-ish advising\, career services\, and learning support community members. \nParticipants will engage in community building and professional development by connecting with key UW-Madison resources and offices\, learning when and how to refer students across campus. Each monthly session will include a facilitator from offices such as the Office of Student Assistance and Support\, University Health Services\, McBurney Disability Resource Center\, and more. The specific resource/office facilitator will be shared closer to each session date. \nQuestions? Contact Kim Mueller at kim.mueller@wisc.edu. \n\nMeeting Topic: Center for Leadership & Involvement \nWhen: Tuesday\, May 6 from 1:30 to 2:45 pm \nWhere: Memorial Union (Please check “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: New and New-ish Advising\, Career Services\, and Learning Support Community Members \nRegister Here \n\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/campus-resources-and-referrals-session-7/ LOCATION:Memorial Union CATEGORIES:For New Staff END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T100000 DTSTAMP:20260415T024635 CREATED:20240821T173140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T173349Z UID:10000841-1744707600-1744711200@oacs.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Supervisor 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. Topics vary by month and are shared closer to the date of each gathering with the community members. Participants are encouraged to attend as many sessions as possible. \nWhen: Tuesday\, April 15\, 2025 from 9:00 to 10:00 am \nWhere: Memorial Union (please see “Today in the Union” for the specific room) \nWho: Supervisor Community of Practice Members \nInterested in joining the Supervisor’s Community of Practice and attending this event? Please contact Emily Dickmann. \n\nPlease note that using the “Add to Calendar” button below will not register you for this event. URL:https://oacs.wisc.edu/event/supervisor-community-of-practice-meeting-4/ LOCATION:Memorial Union CATEGORIES:For Supervisors END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR