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2025 Employee Recognition Award selfies
FP&M celebrated our amazing employees at the Employee Recognition Awards on Sept. 10 at the Gordon Dining and Event Center! Guests had a blast capturing memories at the selfie station, and the photos submitted are …
Physical Plant employees recognized for years of service milestones
FP&M Physical Plant employees were recently recognized for their years of service with the university. Join us in celebrating these employees for their service with FP&M! In recognition photos below, all employees are pictured with …
Paula Veltum to serve as Interim Assistant Vice Chancellor of Physical Plant
Paula Veltum has been named Interim Assistant Vice Chancellor of Physical Plant following the retirement of current Assistant Vice Chancellor Jim Bogan. Read more in the FP&M news post. Beginning Nov. 2, Paula will be …
Ben Schmidt to step into real estate leader role
Starting Nov. 2, Ben Schmidt will serve as the Interim Assistant Vice Chancellor of Real Estate Development and Administration, transitioning from his current role as Associate Director of Real Estate Administration. Ben succeeds Paula Veltum, …
Getting started with Workday
Workday is now live at UW–Madison and FP&M! When you’re ready to get started, here’s what you need to know. Remember, the FP&M Workday page is your home for Workday resources, links, events and more. …
June Workday deadlines
We are less than a month away from the launch of Workday. Get ready for the transition by marking these important June deadlines on your calendar: June 14, 2025 Last start date for student hourly …
Ben Nerad hired as new Director of Capital Program Administration
Ben Nerad has joined FP&M as the new Director of Capital Program Administration, effective Monday, May 19. Ginny Routhe, Assistant Vice Chancellor of Capital Project Delivery, announced the hire, noting that Ben’s proven track record …
Important dates for employees during Workday transition
As UW-Madison and FP&M prepare for the transition to Workday on July 1, employees may need to take a few extra steps when updating personal information, tracking time, and reporting paid time off in the …
AVC Cindy Torstveit leads Governor on tour of UW–Madison Facilities
FP&M Associate Vice Chancellor Cindy Torstveit led Governor Tony Evers on a tour of key UW–Madison facilities on March 13. The visit included stops at Chadbourne Hall, Rheta’s Market, and the Humanities Building, three facilities identified for improvements or demolition in the governor’s draft capital budget.
Silvie Marlette appointed Physical Plant’s new Interim Director of Customer Service
FP&M Physical Plant has introduced a new unit that builds on the department’s strong foundation of delivering high-quality customer service to the campus community. On Feb. 20, Silvie Marlette was tasked with leading this unit …
Upcoming open houses provide a hands-on preview of Workday
Update on Workday training
You may have seen a recent email about Workday and wondered when training on this new software will begin for you. Most employees will gain access to training resources starting in May, ahead of Workday’s …
Explore the FP&M and Workday webpage
By now, you’ve probably heard about Workday, a cloud-based software platform UW-Madison will begin using in July. Workday will replace multiple administrative systems to help streamline human resources (HR), payroll, and financial data in one system …
James Harrod hired as new Physical Plant Director of Operations and Maintenance
James Harrod has been named FP&M’s new Director of Operations and Maintenance, effective Feb. 24. Jim Bogan, Assistant Vice Chancellor of Physical Plant, announced the hire, noting that it wasn’t just James’ strong resume that …
Ben Schmidt hired as new Associate Director of Real Estate
Ben Schmidt will join FP&M as the new Associate Director of Real Estate, effective Monday, January 13. Paula Veltum, Assistant Vice Chancellor of Real Estate Development & Administration, announced the hire, emphasizing that Ben has …
Physical Plant employees celebrate Years of Service milestones
FP&M Physical Plant employees were recently recognized for milestones in years of service with the university
Matt Collins named new Director of Capital Projects
Following his recent tenure co-managing the unit and a comprehensive selection process, Matt Collins has been appointed the Director of Capital Projects. Ginny Routhe, Assistant Vice Chancellor of Capital Project Delivery, announced the appointment.
Employees gather for Physical Plant Social
FP&M Physical Plant held its annual Social on September 24, bringing together current and retired employees to celebrate their hard work and accomplishments. It was a chance for everyone to take a break, enjoy some …
Jesse Luckey Winters appointed Director of Space Management
After serving in an interim role for two years and undergoing a competitive interview process, Jesse Luckey Winters has been appointed Director of Space Management. Peter Schlecht, University Architect and Assistant Vice Chancellor of Campus …