Questions: benefits@uwm.edu
Welcome to the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee! We are pleased you have chosen to join a dynamic and innovative group of employees whose contributions are vital to the success of public higher education in Wisconsin.
As an employee at UW-Milwaukee, your benefits are an important part of your total compensation package. UW offers a variety of benefits plans which have a 30 day enrollment window. Your attendance at the benefits review is critical to ensure you have an understanding of the comprehensive benefits package. The session includes:
- An Overview of Your Extensive UW Benefits Package
- Understanding Your Payroll
- Tutorial on how to Enroll in Benefits
- Questions & Answers Opportunity with a Benefits Expert
- Campus Safety Overview
Benefits Reviews
| Date | Time | Location | Audience | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 7, 2025 | 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. | Virtual Benefits Review | Graduate Assistants, Employees-in-Training, Fellows, Scholars and Short-Term Academic Staff Employees | Register for Teams Meeting |
| January 9, 2025 | 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. | Virtual Benefits Review | Faculty, Academic Staff, Limited Appointees, University Staff | Register for Teams Meeting |
| January 29, 2025 | 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. | Virtual Benefits Review | Faculty, Academic Staff, Limited Appointees, University Staff | Register for Teams Meeting |
| February 18, 2025 | 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. | Virtual Benefits Review | Faculty, Academic Staff, Limited Appointees, University Staff | Register for Teams Meeting |
| March 12, 2025 | 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. | Virtual Benefits Review | Faculty, Academic Staff, Limited Appointees, University Staff | Register for Teams Meeting |
2024 Benefits Walk-in Sessions
Benefits walk-in sessions allow you to speak directly with a benefits specialist to ask questions and receive assistance. No registration is required, employees may show up at any time during the session hours.
If possible, please bring your laptop computer to the walk-in session to enroll in benefits.
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| Session | Date | Time | Location | Audience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walk-in Session #5 | October 25, 2024 | 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. | Engelmann Hall, Room 122 (Map) | All Employees |
Benefits Virtual Consultations
Employees who are unable to attend the UWM HR Benefits Walk-in Sessions are welcome to schedule a virtual 20-minute consultation with a benefits specialist. During this appointment, you may speak directly with a benefits specialist to ask questions about benefit offerings and receive assistance with benefits enrollment.
| Date | Audience | Schedule Appointment |
|---|---|---|
| November 5, 2024 | New Employees Only | Schedule Appointment |
| November 6, 2024 | New Employees Only | Schedule Appointment |
Benefits Summaries
Please review the Benefits Summary for your employment category, and the How To Self Enroll instructions, prior to joining a benefits review session.
- 2025 Benefits Summary for Faculty, Academic Staff, and Limited Appointees
- 2025 Benefits Summary for University Staff
- 2025 Benefits Summary for Graduate Assistants, Employees-in-Training, Fellows, Scholars and Short-Term Academic Staff Employees
- How To Self Enroll Using my.wisconsin.edu (for all employment categories)
Please Note: If your appointment is not entered in my.wisconsin.edu, you will not be able to utilize self service until entered. Please contact your Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) if your appointment is not in my.wisconsin.edu.
Benefits Review Presentation
Benefits Review Videos
Insurance Benefits Decision Guide
The Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds (ETF) publishes the booklets below that provides information about health benefits, health plans, and costs.
2024 It’s Your Choice Decision Guide
2025 Insurance Benefits Decision Guide
Questions: benefits@uwm.edu