by Benjamin Pendry | Oct 22, 2020 | University Information
EXPANSION FOR ELECTION POLL WORKERS AND BOARD OF ELECTIONS VOLUNTEERING To support County Boards of Election across North Carolina in their work to provide full access to all voters, the Office of State Human Resources has authorized a one-time variance to Community...
by Benjamin Pendry | Oct 22, 2020 | University Information
The amazing folks in WCU’s Human Resources Office have taken several steps to highlight resources available for employees related to mental health and counseling services. The below screen shots should help you find these resources. Do not hesitate to let us...
by Deborah Millican | Oct 16, 2020 | University Information
Like hair in a biscuit, you are hanging on! We are so glad you have stuck with us, and we want to congratulate your commitment to WCU, our community, and our students! Continuing all month, we are celebrating the employees who hit a 5-year increment employment...
by Benjamin Pendry | Oct 15, 2020 | University Information
The WCU Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Programs, Student Government Association, Faculty Senate, and Staff Senate invite you to join us for Session 3 of the Culture in Conversation Series. Tuesday, November 10, 2020 from 12:00pm until 1:00pm. Attendees...
by Benjamin Pendry | Oct 14, 2020 | University Information
On Monday, September 28, 2020 three WCU leadership groups came together to discuss one of the biggest issues on the minds of many university stakeholders – What is the impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic on WCU’s budget? To begin answering that...
by Deidre Hopkins | Oct 8, 2020 | University Information
Freddie Mercury’s lyrics were almost perfect when he sang… ♪♫ ”Nothing really matters — Anyone can see – nothing really matters… Nothing really matters… (EXCEPT YOU!)” ♫ ♪ You matter and we want to celebrate! With all the 2020 wrenches that have been thrown,...
by Benjamin Pendry | Sep 30, 2020 | University Information
Faculty and Staff Receive WCU Works Certification The University congratulates the graduates of the 2018-2020 WCU Works program (see the graduate list below)! WCU Works participants have spent the past two years learning powerful skills important in work and in...
by zara shick | Sep 23, 2020 | Scholarship Committee
Entering its 14th year, the Western Carolina University Staff Senate Scholarship supports currently enrolled or accepted, incoming students who are children and relatives of SHRA and EHRA non-faculty employees. Staff Senate was able to award five $1,000 scholarships...
by Benjamin Pendry | Sep 22, 2020 | University Information
Join your colleagues for the second session of the WCU Culture in Conversation Series titled, Many Shades of Gender Violence and its intersections with Race, Class, and Sexuality: What Is to be Done? Tuesday, October 20, 2020 – 12pm – 1pm In the aftermath...
by Benjamin Pendry | Sep 22, 2020 | University Information
Session 1 – Tuesday, September 22 – Conversations Around Athlete Activism & Social Justice This session features two keynote speakers who will take turns asking one another questions and answering them to build an overarching conversation. Topics...
by zara shick | Sep 16, 2020 | Staff Engagement Committee
Western Carolina University’s Staff Senate is an elected body that represents the university’s permanent, non-faculty employees. The Staff Senate serves in an advisory capacity to the Chancellor and other university decision-making bodies and meets monthly...
by Benjamin Pendry | Sep 16, 2020 | University Information
A friendly reminder from our friends in IT This summer, several groups on campus collaborated to create and publish information for our faculty on using technology tools. However, some of that information applies to our staff as well. The Data Security and Stewardship...
by Benjamin Pendry | Sep 14, 2020 | University Information
Dear WCU Community, We are so pleased to announce the commencement of our “Culture in Conversation Series”. This is a collaborative initiative between The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Programs, the Faculty Senate, the Staff Senate, and the...
by Chelsea Reavis | Sep 14, 2020 | Staff Engagement Committee
We asked — you answered! So, what now? August’s Question of the Month revolved around the use of Zoom and Microsoft Teams, as well as your comfort level for using these platforms. We also asked how you would like to access virtual training so that we can provide...
by Chelsea Reavis | Sep 9, 2020 | Staff Engagement Committee
In consultation with the Senate and others, each month we create a ‘question of the month’ and ask the WCU community to respond with their comments and ideas. The September Question of the Month asks how Staff Senate can better assist you. Please share your thoughts....
by Benjamin Pendry | Sep 2, 2020 | UNC Staff Assembly
The UNC System Equity Task Force is seeking input from staff throughout the system. We acknowledge that some staff may want to anonymously share concerns and suggestions so we developed an anonymous web form. Please don’t be hesitant to share your ideas or concerns,...
by Benjamin Pendry | Aug 30, 2020 | Staff Senate Information
Below, please find the meeting schedule of the WCU Staff Senate. The meeting is open to the public and we welcome your attendance. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to let us know by emailing staffsenate@wcu.edu. Thank you! PUBLIC NOTICE OF OFFICIAL...
by Benjamin Pendry | Aug 28, 2020 | Staff Senate Information
Colleagues, the below message was distributed to the Staff Senate today. We wanted to share this with the broader campus community to make you aware of the changes. I have edited the original version for clarity. Thank you for your support! – Ben Pendry,...
by Benjamin Pendry | Aug 24, 2020 | Staff Senate Information
The WCU Staff Senate condemns the dehumanizing and unacceptable behavior we have seen in the videos which were posted over the weekend. The WCU Staff Senate as a member of the WCU community, is firmly entrenched in opposition to the bigoted and racist language which...
by Chelsea Reavis | Aug 12, 2020 | Staff Engagement Committee
In consultation with the Senate and others, each month we create a ‘question of the month’ and ask the WCU community to respond with their comments and ideas. The August Question of the Month involves questions about training and platforms. Please share your thoughts....
