{"id":5142,"date":"2026-01-16T09:11:03","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T15:11:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/?page_id=5142"},"modified":"2026-03-11T10:21:06","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T15:21:06","slug":"employee-appreciation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/employee-appreciation\/","title":{"rendered":"Employee Appreciation Week"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"aligncenter uwm-c-img--center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/01\/employee-appreciation-week-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/01\/employee-appreciation-week-01.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/01\/employee-appreciation-week-01-300x80.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/01\/employee-appreciation-week-01-1024x273.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/01\/employee-appreciation-week-01-768x205.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-employee-appreciation-week-photo-gallery\">Employee Appreciation Week Photo Gallery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-slider uwm-p-slider--arrows-outside uwm-p-slider--dots-outside\"><div class=\"uwm-p-slider--base\"><figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/03\/employee-appreciation-week-photo-05.jpg\" alt=\"UWM employees receiving length of service awards.\" title=\"UWM employees receiving length of service awards.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption>UWM Length of Service Awards.<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/03\/employee-appreciation-week-photo-06.jpg\" alt=\"UWM employees receiving awards for 30 years of service.\" title=\"UWM employees receiving awards for 30 years of service.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption>UWM Length of Service, 30 Year Award Winners.<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/03\/employee-appreciation-week-photo-07.jpg\" alt=\"UWM employees playing trivia at the Gasthaus.\" title=\"UWM employees playing trivia at the Gasthaus.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption>Panthers@Work Trivia Takeover at the Gasthaus.<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/03\/employee-appreciation-week-photo-08.jpg\" alt=\"UWM employees playing trivia at the Gasthaus.\" title=\"UWM employees playing trivia at the Gasthaus.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption>Panthers@Work Trivia Takeover at the Gasthaus.<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/03\/employee-appreciation-week-photo-10.jpg\" alt=\"UWM employees at the Panther Arena.\" title=\"UWM employees at the Panther Arena.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption>Length of service awardees recognized at the Panther&#8217;s basketball game.<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/03\/employee-appreciation-week-photo-09.jpg\" alt=\"UWM employees at the Panther Arena.\" title=\"UWM employees at the Panther Arena.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption>Length of service awardees recognized at the Panther&#8217;s basketball game.<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/03\/employee-appreciation-week-photo-04.jpg\" alt=\"UWM Chancellor Gibson and Pounce walking at the Klotsche Center.\" title=\"UWM Chancellor Gibson and Pounce walking at the Klotsche Center.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption>Move with the Mascot (and the chancellor) at the Klotsche Center.<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/03\/employee-appreciation-week-photo-03.jpg\" alt=\"UWM employees walking at the Klotsche Center.\" title=\"UWM employees walking at the Klotsche Center.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption>Move with the Mascot at the Klotsche Center.<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/03\/employee-appreciation-week-photo-02.jpg\" alt=\"UWM employees playing a wooden block tower building game.\" title=\"UWM employees playing a wooden block tower building game.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption>Timber!<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/03\/employee-appreciation-week-photo-01.jpg\" alt=\"UWM employees petting a therapy dog.\" title=\"UWM employees petting a therapy dog.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/><figcaption>Petting a Therapy Dog at the Rejuvenation Station.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\"><strong>February 9 \u2013 15, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"lead-in\">We are thrilled to announce that UWM is hosting an Employee Appreciation Week! UWM strives to acknowledge the tremendous talents and dedication of its faculty and staff beyond the scope of their respective departments through University-wide recognition initiatives and events. Employee Appreciation Week is an opportunity to celebrate employees\u2019 incredible dedication, hard work, and the amazing contributions that drive UWM\u2019s success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Employee appreciation events kick off Monday, February 9 and continue through Sunday, February 15. There are numerous events scheduled throughout the week to express gratitude for the exceptional contributions and difference employees make each day. Celebrate your hard work and bring a colleague to join in a variety of activities that honor and acknowledge your outstanding commitment to UWM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get ready to celebrate&nbsp;<strong>Employee Appreciation Week!<\/strong>&nbsp;See below for scheduled events and registration information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h4\" id=\"h-employee-appreciation-week-schedule\">Employee Appreciation Week Schedule<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#h-all-week\">All Week<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-monday-february-9\">Monday, February 9<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-tuesday-february-10\">Tuesday, February 10<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-wednesday-february-11\">Wednesday, February 11<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-thursday-february-12\">Thursday, February 12<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-friday-february-13\">Friday, February 13<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-sunday-february-15\">Sunday, February 15<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-all-week\">All Week<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-u-border--right\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-employee-gratitude-cart\">Employee Gratitude Cart<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Managers, Supervisors, Department Heads: Looking for a way to show gratitude to your department and colleagues? Schedule a Gratitude Cart visit at your office or a department meeting to share some small pick-me-up items with employees! Ezmae, UWM\u2019s Police comfort dog, is also available to accompany the Gratitude Cart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To schedule, complete the <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=w3rKC7b8_U6J623pdgPPIZnndRx9mDdJjqayXVBYYBJUOEw0WDZLOVBJMEE2NDY2N0laWVRESEYwRC4u&amp;route=shorturl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">UWM Gratitude Cart interest form<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-cart-flatbed fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-spirit-days\">Spirit Days<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees are invited to wear their favorite UWM spirit wear to show their Panther Pride. If you have multiple shirts, wear a different one each day. Submit your photo in your favorite UWM outfit to win a prize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Submit photos to Tracy Oles at teo@uwm.edu<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-flag fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-monday-february-9\">Monday, <strong>February 9<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-u-border--right\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-free-mug-and-coffee-tea-for-employees\">Free Mug and Coffee\/Tea for Employees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees can receive a free 12 oz drip coffee or 16 oz tea and a free mug at the Student Union Grind when they show their Work ID. Limit of one drink choice\/mug per employee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 8:00 A.M. \u2013 10:00 A.M.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Union Grind<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/panthers.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HR-Web\/IQCgCydbkpW_QbR0u4u-DEJtAR68g4sXKR84VKHQ1FYBxis?e=5mQ6C6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Coffee Daze Flyer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-mug-hot fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-u-border--right\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-free-hearing-screenings\">Free Hearing Screenings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hearing health plays a critical role in social, emotional, and mental health and well-being. Employees can schedule a free hearing screening at the HEAR Wisconsin Mobile Audiology Clinic and will receive results immediately after the screening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 10:00 A.M. \u2013 1:00 P.M.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Between Lapham Hall and the Architecture and Urban Planning Building on Maryland Ave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/outlook.office.com\/bookwithme\/user\/0690bc9cae204215bafe583eea63639c%40uwm.edu\/meetingtype\/XFefHyzdI0CJgrvMpPo7IQ2?bookingcode=278ff9fb-19f4-4fad-b8f2-ebb8f5fe9eeb&amp;anonymous&amp;ismsaljsauthenabled\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Register for a Hearing Screening<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-ear-listen fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rejuvenation-station\">Rejuvenation Station<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees are invited to take a break and participate in a variety of activities to help start the week on a positive note. There will be massage chairs, therapy dogs, arts and crafts, fun games, a blood pressure check station, the opportunity to create a microgreen kit and some light snacks for employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 10:30 A.M. \u2013 1:30 P.M.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> UWM Student Union Wisconsin Room A<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/event\/rejuvenation-station\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register for Rejuvenation Station<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/panthers.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HR-Web\/IQD9GOA9KfWaR6OAMooJrGWDAd5J5jwfNOPPlezrnkzy1sM?e=BrqHJF\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Rejuvenation Station Flyer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-palette fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tuesday-february-10\"><strong>Tuesday, February 10<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-u-border--right\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-length-of-service-awards-ceremony-and-reception\">Length of Service Awards Ceremony and Reception<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UWM will honor employees who are reaching work milestones with a recognition ceremony and reception. All faculty and staff are welcome to attend and show support for their colleagues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more details and to see a list of awardees, visit the Length of Service web page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/official-functions\/length-of-service-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Length of Service Recognition<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Schedule:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>9:45 A.M. \u2013 10:00 A.M. Check-in<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10:00 A.M. \u2013 11:00 A.M. Program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>11:00 A.M. \u2013 11:30 A.M. Reception<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> UWM Student Union Wisconsin Room<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-calendar-days fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-wednesday-february-11\">Wednesday, <strong>February 11<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-u-border--right\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-move-with-the-mascot\">Move With The Mascot<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UWM employees are invited to join Pounce the Panther and Chancellor Gibson for a fun wellness break walking around the Klotsche Center. Employees will be able to take their picture with Pounce in a photo booth and will have the opportunity to win some fun giveaways. Come for movement, connection, and fun with others who work at UWM!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 11:00 A.M. \u2013 12:15 P.M.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> UWM Klotsche Center Indoor Track<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/event\/move-with-the-mascot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register for Move with the Mascot<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/panthers.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HR-Web\/IQDwKM0-bejoSYWrYqN4jR3_ATrWaWpPQc_CfpydrXybFGE?e=y6nD3W\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Move with the Mascot Flyer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-person-walking fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-thursday-february-12\">Thursday, <strong>February 12<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-u-border--right\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-free-mug-and-coffee-tea-for-employees-0\">Free Mug and Coffee\/Tea for Employees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees can receive a free 12 oz drip coffee or 16 oz tea and a free mug at the Student Union Grind when they show their Work ID. Limit of one drink choice\/mug per employee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 8:00 A.M. \u2013 10:00 A.M.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Union Grind<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/panthers.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HR-Web\/IQCgCydbkpW_QbR0u4u-DEJtAR68g4sXKR84VKHQ1FYBxis?e=5mQ6C6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Coffee Daze Flyer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-mug-hot fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-u-border--right\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-panthers-work-trivia-takeover\">Panthers@Work Trivia Takeover<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Join University Advancement and the UWM Alumni Association for a special edition of Thankful Thursday as we celebrate UWM alumni employees and the powerful connections that make our Panther community thrive. University Advancement is taking over the Gasthaus for a Panthers@Work Trivia Takeover, bringing together alumni employees from across campus for food, fun, friendly competition and Panther pride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prizes will be awarded to the teams that win trivia and show the most Panther Pride through their attire and props.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Schedule:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>11:30 A.M. \u2013 12:00 P.M. \u2013 Lunch &amp; Networking (Lunch Provided)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>12:00 P.M. \u2013 1:00 P.M. \u2013 Trivia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> UWM Student Union Gasthaus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advance\/event\/pantherswork-thankful-thursday-alumni-employee-trivia-takeover\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register for Trivia Takeover<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-clipboard-question fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-employee-planetarium-program\">Employee Planetarium Program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore the origins of the cosmos dating back almost 14 billion years. In this live, interactive show, employees will learn about the clues that astronomers use to understand the birth and transformation of the universe, including the motion of distant galaxies and radiation generated by the early universe. The program will include an indoor stargazing session of the night sky followed by the opportunity to ask questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees who attend the planetarium program will receive a fun giveaway!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 12:00 P.M. \u2013 12:30 P.M.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> UWM Planetarium, Physics Building Room 139<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/event\/employee-planetarium-program\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register for Employee Planetarium Program<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/panthers.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HR-Web\/IQBSF8jNK3pzSIiDVULC9BNbAVffG9zezhBXhzkjV4xgKms?e=b2fnhF\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Planetarium Program Flyer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-moon fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-friday-february-13\"><strong>Friday, February 13<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-virtual-programming\">Virtual Programming<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/panthers.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HR-Web\/IQAiJRWUkoyTQLfTggdcm4rZASeR3hPxPwpZkdj-YpLZ31U?e=etvdVI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Virtual Sampler Day Flyer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-u-border--right\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-morning-jump-start\">Morning Jump Start<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Start your day with a quick routine that will bring a smile to your face and help you finish the work week on a positive note.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 8:30 A.M.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-sun fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-u-border--right\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mindfulness-meditation-sampler\">Mindfulness\/Meditation Sampler<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn about mindfulness and meditation practices and how they can help lower stress, improve sleep and lead to less self judgment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 12:00 P.M.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-face-smile fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-u-border--right\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-virtual-chair-yoga\">Virtual Chair Yoga<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a 15-minute break for a chair yoga routine that is gentle and relaxing and designed for all fitness levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 12:00 P.M.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.surveymonkey.com\/r\/P2CTBRB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Register for Virtual Chair Yoga<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-chair fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fitness-dance-sampler\">Fitness Dance Sampler<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Roll into your afternoon in a great mood! Join this fun and upbeat class to experience moves and grooves that get your heart pumping and your body energized for the rest of your day. All levels welcome!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 12:30 P.M.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-person-running fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sunday-february-15\">Sunday, <strong>February 15<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-u-border--right\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-uwm-employee-day-at-the-men-s-basketball-game\">UWM Employee Day at the Men\u2019s Basketball Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UW-Milwaukee vs. UW-Green Bay<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Awardees with 30, 35, 40 and 45 years of service will be recognized during the halftime show!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Length of Service Awardees receive two complimentary 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