UWM

  1. Southwest Airlines Updates: Assigned Seating and 2026 Rapid Rewards Promotion

    February 4, 2026

    Assigned Seating Southwest Airlines implemented assigned seating for its flights beginning January 27, 2026. This change represents a shift from the airline’s previous open‑seating model. Travelers can review details about […]

  2. Invoice Enhancements from Fox World Travel

    January 30, 2026

    Beginning in early February, Fox World Travel will launch a custom invoice enhancement developed exclusively for the Universities of Wisconsin. Travelers and arrangers will now automatically receive invoices for voided, […]

  3. ORD–LAX Travelers: Free United Economy Plus Upgrade

    January 22, 2026

    Travelers flying United Airlines between ORD and LAX may receive a complimentary upgrade to United Economy Plus when booking through the approved travel program. What to know: United flights only […]

  4. IRS Standard Mileage Rates for 2026

    January 14, 2026

    Effective January 1, 2026, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced updated standard mileage rates. Business Rate: 72.5 cents per mile (an increase of 2.5 cents from the 2025 rate […]

  5. Travel Advisory: Ongoing Flight Delays Following Shutdown Resolution

    November 14, 2025

    Travel Advisory: Ongoing Flight Delays Following Shutdown Resolution Although the federal government shutdown has ended, airlines and the FAA are still working through several days of operational backlog, resulting in […]

  6. Hertz Contract Update

    June 3, 2025

    As of May 2025 there is a new Hertz contract in place. The contract code did not change, however the rates have been adjusted to meet market standards. As a […]

  7. Travel Policy and Workday Changes – at a glance

    May 21, 2025

    Key Policy & System Updates Note: This information is subject to change, but is accurate as of 5/21/2025 Effective Go-Live: July 7, 2025 Questions: uwstraveloffice@wisconsin.edu Topic Change Type Current State […]

  8. Changes to Relocation Stipends via Expense Reports

    April 24, 2025

    As of May 1, 2025, E-Re Estimated Withholding will not be able to be added to any expense reports. The reasons for this change: Universities of Wisconsin wants to ensure […]

  9. UWM Travel Restrictions effective 3/13/2025

    March 14, 2025

    Restriction on Travel Spending in Effect  As of 3/13/25, UWM Leadership has issued a spending freeze. Out-of-state travel is restricted, except when funded by contracts, grants, or other external sources.  […]

  10. Southwest Airlines Overhauls Policies: Baggage Fees, Assigned Seating, and More Changes Coming Soon

    March 13, 2025

    Southwest Airlines has announced several significant changes affecting its services and customer policies: Checked Baggage Fees: Starting May 28, 2025, Southwest will charge for checked bags. Only A-List Preferred members […]