Staff Appreciation Week

UVM is a people-powered university. Every day our staff show up in big ways, supporting people and planet, and making sure our students thrive. Staff appreciation events are one of the ways UVM shows gratitude for who we are and what we do.

2025 Staff Appreciation Week: October 1 - 9

2025 Staff Appreciation Week: October 1 - 9

Let’s celebrate you! Take time this week to engage in unique opportunities across campus. From the Social on the Green luncheon to professional development workshops with UVM's AI Taskforce and Talent Acquisition Team, as well as re-imagining mindfulness events with Employee Wellness - there's a way to refresh and engage with your interests and connect with your coworkers. UVM wouldn't be what it is without you showing up every day!

Explore the full list of events, workshops, and opportunities

Scavenger Hunt

Staff Scavenger Hunt

Get excited to experience campus in a whole new way! Participate in a scavenger hunt by making connections with campus partners for the chance to win UVM swag at the end of Staff Appreciation Week. Instructions and the scavenger hunt will be posted on October 1.
Raffle

Staff Appreciation Raffle

This year’s raffle will be fully online! To enter, fill out a digital form and choose the prize you’d most love to win. With more than 20 exciting prizes donated by our campus and community partners, there’s something for everyone! The prizes and digital form will be posted on October 1.
Catamount

Spot a Catamount?

Snap a picture of yourself with any catamount for a chance to win a prize during Staff Appreciation Week! Take a photo with the catamount statue, Rally Cat, or draw a picture of Rally yourself - be creative!
Group fitness

Free Group Fitness Classes

UVM Campus Recreation is offering free group fitness classes throughout Staff Appreciation Week! All classes take place at the Fitness Hub in the PFG Athletic Complex.

Full list of available classes.

2025 Staff Appreciation Committee

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Thank you to our amazing partners from across UVM for making this week of recognition even more special.

Staff Appreciation Week Committee:

  • Abba Weimer, Department Support Generalist, CEMS
  • Alan Shashok, Staff Council Administrator, Staff Council
  • Amy Brown, Benefit Processing Specialist, Human Resources
  • Cara Hancy, Wellness Manager, Osher Center
  • Jack Dorkey, Talent Development Leader, Human Resources
  • Janeice Mena, Onboarding Specialist, Human Resources
  • Matte Brittenham-Jones, Information Tech Professional, Housing & Dining
  • Rachel Lacourciere, Office Support Generalist, Police Services
  • Samantha Dickey, Business Manager, ETS
  • Whitney Feininger, Office Support Generalist, Med-Hematology Oncology