University of Wisconsin–Madison

Author: gassen

What’s Up @ DPPS?

If you’re wondering what’s up @ DPPS this spring, we’re here to tell you! The tulips in our tiny garden at the front entrance have started blooming, and we’re excited to support the cardinal and white with our splash of color as you approach our door. What signs of spring are you seeing around campus?

It’s Posterpalooza time at DPPS!

As one employee phrased it this week, it’s Posterpalooza at DPPS! We’re producing posters for Showcase, along with many other departments and student groups, during the final weeks of teaching on campus. Don’t worry, though; we still have the capacity to help YOU with your poster and other large-format output. Operators are standing by…

Geoff Larson Retirement Luncheon

On Thursday, we celebrated Geoff Larson’s 29+ years of experience at DoIT Digital Publishing and Printing Services with a luncheon for staff to relax and talk. Geoff has been an integral part of DPPS and has been in the role of Director since 2013. The team will miss him dearly as he starts this new …

Welcome Matt Gray to DPPS!

Please join us in welcoming Matt Gray to our customer service team at DPPS. Matt was hired as a Printing Project Coordinator to assist our customers with their printing needs. He comes to us with a background in graphic design and teaching, and is ready to add a new dimension to our external-facing team of …

Kind Words

We received another kind message from one of our customers the other day, and wanted to share it with you! “Just wanted to send a short note of appreciation to everyone in the print shop for your help and guidance on getting our bulletin board sets printed correctly and divided by areas. We sincerely appreciate …

Jenny Turk Celebrates One Year at DPPS

Jenny Turk joined the DPPS team in March of 2025, replacing long-time Customer Service Manager Sue Lind. Since that time, Jenny has made countless positive contributions to our external-facing CSR team and is constantly helping customers learn more about the print purchasing process through consulting and outreach. Jenny’s caring attitude toward her team and workmates …

Rich Gassen named Director of DPPS

Rich Gassen has accepted the position of DPPS Printing Director, effective March 22, 2026, and overlapping with Geoff Larson, who is retiring on April 10.   Rich brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and passion for the DPPS and university missions.  He spent the last 14 years as a Production Manager working side-by-side with Geoff through a …

Work Anniversary: Chris Komo

Shout out to Chris Komorowski from our production center — today is his 14-year anniversary of working at DPPS! In his time here, he’s been selected for a University Staff Recognition Award and mentors others on equipment operation and maintenance in our bindery. Outside of work, Chris is passionate about coaching young people in football …

Whiteout

There might be a whiteout in the city of Madison, but we’re still printing in full-color at DPPS! Many staff members chose to stay home due to the snow, but we still have a crew of Customer Service and Production people here to take care of your projects. Dan will be out doing deliveries later …

Kris Zweifel marks 26 years

This week Kris Zweifel from our digital print area marked 26 years of employment at UW-Madison. She’s worked in various different locations on campus over the years, all in printing. Outside of work Kris enjoys fishing and creating custom lures with 3D printers and other materials. Thanks for spending most of your career at DPPS, …