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Announcements

  • Business Services Monthly Minute – December 2024

    It's the holiday season; warm wishes to all DoBS employees and their families! Highlighted in this Monthly Minute: Many December observances are ahead, as are a few campus opportunities (cultural mini-lessons). And congratulations to last month's FAN Mail recipients!

    December 2, 2024

  • Business Services Monthly Minute – November 2024

    In this Monthly Minute: Congrats to last month's FAN Mail recipients and the winners of the October 7 FAN Mail drawing. We also welcome a new employee and look at the upcoming list of November observances.

    November 1, 2024

  • Fall 2024 FAN Mail Drawing

    There were four winners in the October 7 FAN Mail drawing: Stephen Kaech, Verona Operations; Sean Kirkeng, Disbursements; Terry Wilson, Disbursements - Travel & Cards; and Jason Grunewald, Verona Operations. Congratulations to all 34 total FAN Mail recipients since April 12!

    October 7, 2024

  • Business Services Monthly Minute – October 2024

    Many October observances and events coming up, including the FAN Mail drawing on October 7 and the Divisional Fall Social & Meeting on October 10. Don't forget to request a Go Big Read book by October 3 to join the divisional book talks! And, as always, congrats to last month's FAN Mail recipients!

    October 1, 2024
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Events

Events listed below are either DoBS-related or campus events our employees and their families may find interesting. Be sure to check out the UW events calendar for a full list of campus on-goings!

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Work Guides and Resources

Hoteling (Reserving a Space) and Remote Work Resources

Jobs

Other resources

Wellness

Dimensions of Wellness

Self-care and wellness means different things to each individual. There are generally 7 or 8 recognized “dimensions” that, when you are working toward being healthy and balanced in each area, create wellness.

The 8 dimension model, adopted by entities like SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration), emphasize that mental and physical health are linked together.

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Emotional

Taking care of your mind

  • Accepting yourself for who you are, and becoming aware of accepting  your feelings
  • Valuing self-exploration
  • Having a generally positive outlook; practicing gratitude
  • Managing stress effectively

Environmental

Taking care of what’s around you

  • Being aware of the impact you have on the environment
  • Living in clean, safe, and adequate housing
  • Developing safe habits to avoid accidents and injury
  • Enjoying time in nature

Financial

Taking care of your finances

  • Developing long-term and short-term financial goals
  • Budgeting effectively
  • Living within your current means

Intellectual

Taking care of your mind

  • Nourishing and exercising your mind, exposing yourself to stimulating environments and activities
  • Accepting and meet new challenges willingly
  • Cultivating your creativity

Occupational (Career/Acadmeic)

Taking care of your future work goals

  • Setting and meeting career goals in a healthy way
  • Challenging yourself to new professional experiences
  • Having supportive peers who share similar goals

Physical

Taking care of your body

  • Moving your body in ways you enjoy and are safe
  • Eating well, with variety, balance, and moderation
  • Recharging your batteries with plenty of sleep (7-9 hours), rest, and relaxation
  • Avoiding drugs, tobacco, and excessive alcohol

Social

Taking care of your relationships and society

  • Developing and maintaining healthy relationships. and managing unhealthy relationships effectively
  • Budgeting time to spend with loved ones
  • Identifying your interpersonally needs (listening, emotional nurture, feedback, challenge, play)
  • Contributing in meaningful ways to the wider community

Spiritual

Taking care of your values and beliefs

  • Understanding your own values, ethics, and beliefs and respecting those of other people
  • Finding meaning and purpose in life
  • Getting in touch with your core/spirit/soul

Wellness Resources

UW–Madison Wellness Events