by Dana Boyer | Jan 4, 2024 | University Information
The Department of Residential Living strives to serve the communities of Western Carolina University by providing clean, safe, and healthy living environments that enhance and support the educational objectives and goals of the University. We manage and maintain the...
by Colby Deitz | Nov 30, 2023 | Staff Senate Information
The Western Carolina Journalist has published a great article about the WCU Staff Senate’s fundraising efforts. Check out the full article at the following link:...
by Dana Boyer | Nov 29, 2023 | Scholarship Committee
Only a few holiday ornaments remain! Get yours here before they are gone! Less than 20 remain! The umbrella is a tool which shelters us from rain. It can also be seen as a symbol of the WCU community, representing compassion and unity. The WCU campus theme for the...
by Melissa Day | Nov 28, 2023 | Resources & Development Committee
WCU Staff Senate is starting a series titled “Meet a Human Resources Representative.” This series allows faculty/staff across campus to meet our Human Resources staff and learn a few things about them. The next Human Resources Staff represented we will...
by Dana Boyer | Nov 8, 2023 | University Information
Did you know that by showing your Cat Card at local eateries you may get a discount? Get your Cat Card ready! (For personal use only. Not university business.) Dairy Queen 200 East Main Street, Sylva, NC 28779 Discount: 25% on Monday, 10% Tuesday – Sunday...
by Dana Boyer | Nov 1, 2023 | Staff Engagement Committee
🍂 “Gobble up the fun with our Thanksgiving Feast Survey! It’s time to settle the age-old debate of turkey vs. ham, pumpkin pie vs. pecan pie, and more. Share your holiday preferences, and traditions with us. Let’s dig into the delicious details of...
by Melissa Day | Oct 20, 2023 | Resources & Development Committee
Do you or someone you know have a concern? Will you help us get the word out about how to share concerns? This single link or QR code will take you to a site that will allow members of the University community to submit concerns related to behavior, a student’s...
by Melissa Day | Oct 19, 2023 | University Information
Did you know that as a WCU employee, you have access to discounts in the surrounding area? This blog post will tell you about the various gym membership discounts that are right at your finger tips. Are you ready to get that heart rate up? Have you been sitting too...
by Melissa Day | Oct 18, 2023 | Scholarship Committee
Back by popular demand! The 2023-2024 Staff Senate Cookbook is available for pre-order! Pre-orders will be open from September 30 – November 1. The cost of the cookbook is $15 (tax included). All proceeds benefit the Staff Senate Scholarship fund, which supports...
by Melissa Day | Oct 18, 2023 | Resources & Development Committee
WCU Staff Senate is starting a series titled “Meet a Human Resources Representative.” This series allows faculty/staff across campus to meet our Human Resources staff and learn a few things about them. The first Human Resources Staff represented is Kristi...
by Dana Boyer | Oct 16, 2023 | Community Service
Do you look good in neon orange? Do you like to play with those sticks that pick things up with a claw? If so,then this is your opportunity to kick start your volunteer hours for the year! As part of the NC DOT Adopt-A-Highway program, Staff Senate has adopted Old...
by Dana Boyer | Oct 16, 2023 | University Information
by Dana Boyer | Oct 8, 2023 | Scholarship Committee
Staff Senate’s Sundaes on a Sunday will be held October 29th from 12-9 PM. 10% of the proceeds will go to the Staff Senate Scholarship Fund. Come join us!
by Dana Boyer | Oct 4, 2023 | Scholarship Committee
2023 Holiday Ornament For the 6th year in a row, Staff Senate and the Rapid Center have continued their partnership with the design and production of this year’s holiday ornament. Patrick Gardner, former Director of the Center, and engineering students Gage Kosnik...
by Dana Boyer | Sep 19, 2023 | Staff Engagement Committee
The October Question of the Month asks what are you most excited about and what is your biggest challenge as we start the fall semester. Please fill out the survey to let us know how you would like for us to serve our campus community. We value your input! The results...
by Melissa Day | Sep 15, 2023 | Resources & Development Committee
The Staff Senate Professional Development Funds are currently closed for the 2023-2024 year. We will notify the campus community should additional funds become available. For the fifth year in a row, Staff Senate has professional development funds available...
by Melissa Day | Aug 17, 2023 | University Information
The North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) outlines the responsibility of state agencies when providing lactation support. North Carolina agencies must provide adequate space, privacy, and time to nursing mothers in the workplace for up to one year...
by Melissa Day | Jun 2, 2023 | Staff Engagement Committee
Staff Senate used the March Question of the Month to give staff across campus a chance to recognize their colleagues for the hard work they do. The survey had a great turn out with over 40 professional staff members mentioned in the responses. Each staff member...
by Melissa Day | Jun 1, 2023 | Staff Engagement Committee
The summer Question of the Month is seeking responses to show what staff are dong this summer. Please fill out the survey to let us know what you are up to this summer. Any responses may be used in an upcoming blog post. We value your input! The results we receive are...
by Melissa Day | May 15, 2023 | Governance Committee
On Wednesday, May 10th, WCU Staff Senate Chair, Betsy Aspinwall, announced the 2023-2024 Staff Senate Executive Board during their monthly Staff Senate meeting. Each of the officers announced were voted on by their fellow Staff Senators during a recent election...
