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. The Universities of Wisconsin offers a variety of benefits plans, most of 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 Benefits Package
- Understanding Your Payroll
- Tutorial on how to Enroll in Benefits
- Questions & Answers Opportunity with a Benefits Expert
- Campus Safety Overview
- Wellness Benefits
Contact Benefits
Benefits Review Schedule
| Date | Time | Location | Audience | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 14, 2026 | 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. | Virtual Benefits Review | Faculty, Academic Staff, Limited Appointees, University Staff | Register for Teams Meeting |
| January 15, 2026 | 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 |
| February 3, 2026 | 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. | Virtual Benefits Review | Faculty, Academic Staff, Limited Appointees, University Staff | Register for Teams Meeting |
| February 4, 2026 | 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 |
Benefits Walk-in Sessions
Walk-in sessions for the Open Enrollment period.
| Date | Time | Location | Audience |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2025 | 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. | Engelmann Hall, Room 122 | All Employees |
| October 21, 2025 | 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. | Engelmann Hall, Room 122 | All Employees |
| October 22, 2025 | 12:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. | Engelmann Hall, Room 122 | All Employees |
| October 30, 2025 | 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. | Engelmann Hall, Room 122 | All Employees |
| October 31, 2025 | 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. | Engelmann Hall, Room 122 | All Employees |
Virtual Benefits Sessions
Employees who are unable to attend in-person Open Enrollment 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.
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
- Enroll and Access Your Benefits
- Setting Up MyWisconsin ID
- Enrolling in Benefits as a New Hire
Benefits Review Presentations
Benefits Review Videos
Insurance Benefits Decision Guide
The Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds (ETF) publishes the booklet below that provides information about health benefits, health plans, and costs.