Present: Ben Ide, Ellen Crandall, Jessica Abbott, Catherine Rose, Bevin Rainwater, Chris Adams
(notes), Linda Zigmont, Ellen Levasseur, Valerie Gilleran, Aubrey McCarthy, Ann Brown, Gina
Signorello, Randi Ashton-Pritting
I. Introductions
As a new, recurring feature to Staff Association meetings, members in attendance introduced themselves.
II. Charles Amerson – did not attend
III. Discussion/Approval of Minutes of the December 9 2015 meeting - Ben Ide moved approval of the minutes as written. Seconded and approved.
IV. University Committee Reports
Budget Advisory – no report, next meeting Feb 4 th
Wellness Committee – no report
Benefits Task Force – no report
Presidential Commission for the Status of Women – no report
V. Staff Association Reports
Web Advisory – no report
Faculty Senate:
At the December meeting there were reports from President Harrison on the progress of faculty compensation adjustments and the changes to the smoking policy. The
Provost spoke about the Student Success Collaborative, a national “big data” based initiative focused on finding out why students drop out and what to do to keep them. UH student advisors will have new tools to use to track student progress and keep them on track for graduating.
Treasurer’s Report:
Balance: $374.03
Membership Director Report:
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Membership down to 121 from 126
VI. Old Business
Update on proposals:
Universal menu for commencement – no update
Expand recognition day:
Valerie Gilleran reports that HRD also wants to meet with the
Provost. Survey still needs to be sent.
Committee volunteers for August Picnic and Thanksgiving Luncheon:
Aubrey McCarthy volunteers to head the Picnic Committee. A list of tasks for both events needs to be sent out.
Fundraising Committee: Val Gilleran, Chair
Looking for great fundraising ideas and people to help with events and opportunities. Suggestions include cookbooks, book sale, NYC/Boston trips.
VII. New Business
The executive board needs a new Secretary. Erica Light moved on to another position outside of the University.
New Meeting location: Always at 1 p.m. - 2nd Wednesday of the month in GSU 335
New Topic: Violence on campus - how to create plan that fits all buildings/departments including epidemics, natural disasters, active shooters, etc.
Adjourned at 1:53 p.m.
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