World of Wizards: A Recap of UGM ’17 in Pictures

September 29, 2017 Written By Alex Gramling

Lord Voldermort was no where to be found, but there were lots of wizards, muggles and even a few healthcare executives on the grounds of Epic Systems headquarters in Verona, WI this week, site of the annual Epic User Group meeting.

World of Wizards was the theme for 2017, a nod to the Hogwarts-style buildings recently added to the Epic campus. Magic wands, broomsticks and wizarding robes were plentiful as Epic employees and guests got into the spirit of things (as did Epic founder Judy Faulkner).

It was a magical week for those in attendance. But if you missed it, Instagram users have you covered, capturing much of the event on camera and sharing it to social media. Below we share some of our favorites pics from the week:

It was hard to miss the theme for the week:  World of Wizards...

Spending the week in the World of Wizards. #epicugm2017

A post shared by Lauren Neal (@lkg10) on Sep 25, 2017 at 7:05am PDT

There were scenic mornings on the Epic campus...

Very very very very early morning at work 😴🌅

A post shared by Aly Pensinger (@apensing) on Sep 26, 2017 at 5:04am PDT

and mornings gave way to "Knights"...

Just having a little fun with my friends.

A post shared by Janet Marsey (@siemars) on Sep 26, 2017 at 7:32pm PDT

... and an occasional Dragon.

My dragon and I. 👩🏼🐉 JK, this thing is at the top of the Fortress at Epic's campus! . . . #worktrip #epic #epicugm #ugm #ugm2017 #dragon #blondehair #blondehairdontcare #loveit #slay #funtimes #sofun

A post shared by Stephanie (@datcoutureblondie) on Sep 27, 2017 at 3:25pm PDT

The 'School of Sorcery' was a popular spot for group pictures...

Harry Potter's got nothing on our crew✨ #CedarsSinaiEIS #EpicUGM #UGM2017

A post shared by Mike Directo, MD, MBA (@doctordirecto) on Sep 26, 2017 at 4:55pm PDT

Even vendors got into the Harry Potter vibe.

Visit ChartMaxx, Hagrid and Hermione at #epicugm2017 in booth # 119

A post shared by ChartMaxx (@chartmaxx) on Sep 26, 2017 at 12:16pm PDT

Extracurricular activities included a Tug O War...

Allllll DAY I've been saying I wanted to do the Tug of War competition! Well, 2 from Norton and then some amazing other folks from other hospitals formed a team - Team Rogue - and WE WON!!! 4 pulls total! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻 I'm soooooo happy 😂 #epicugm2017

A post shared by aprentice1 (@aprentice1) on Sep 26, 2017 at 5:37pm PDT

...and visits to the popular livestock area on campus.

#goatsofinstagram #llamasofinstagram

A post shared by isabel 🍍 (@fizzyizzy8693) on Sep 26, 2017 at 6:28pm PDT

Amidst all the fun, there were learning opportunities...

Trying to convince the crowd I’m on my game! 🙌💯 #epicsystems #EHR #gameon #ReppingNYCPublicHealth

A post shared by Dave (@docdave1911) on Sep 27, 2017 at 4:48pm PDT

...and lots of pictures with friends.

Just two muggles trying to make it in a world of wizards. #Epic #UGM2017 #worldofwizards

A post shared by Joshua Sankovitch (@josankovitch) on Sep 25, 2017 at 8:08am PDT

'Twas an Epic week! #epicugm #choa

A post shared by Shelby McKelvey (@mck_shelby) on Sep 28, 2017 at 10:01am PDT

Learned a lot, some reunions took place, and had plenty of fun = another great conference #UGM #EpicSystems #KaiserPermanente #KPWA #WorldOfWizards

A post shared by Cliff Muong (@cliff_shmoney) on Sep 28, 2017 at 12:28pm PDT

See you again next year!