by Alexandra Fields | Apr 20, 2022 | Resources & Development Committee
The Staff Senate “Positive Impact Series” continues! Our next session will be Thursday, April 21st at 10am – 11am, led by Tiffany Henry, Director of Economic Development for Jackson County. Mrs. Henry will be speaking for 45 minutes with a 15 minute Q&A to follow....
by Deidre Hopkins | Apr 7, 2022 | Scholarship Committee
Each year, the U Club hosts an event as a fundraising avenue for the Staff Senate Scholarship Fund, a scholarship supporting children and family members of WCU’s staff. Scholarship recipients are chosen based on their academic performance, community service, and...
by Benjamin Pendry | Apr 7, 2022 | Scholarship Committee
The WCU Staff Senate recently passed $150,000 in gifts to their scholarship fund. The WCU Staff Scholarship was started in August of 2007 and support dependents of WCU professional staff. Donations from WCU staff and faculty, community members, and others have...
by Deidre Hopkins | Apr 7, 2022 | Staff Senate Information
The WCU Staff Senate will meet on Wednesday, April 13th at 8:30am in the UC Grand Room. We welcome you to join us in person in the UC Grand Room.
by Alexandra Fields | Mar 15, 2022 | Scholarship Committee
WCU Staff Senate is now accepting recipe submissions from all SHRA/ EHRA Non Faculty staff members for the inaugural Staff Senate cookbook! Proceeds of the cookbook sales, which will be on sale starting Mountain Heritage Day in September, will go directly to support...
by Alexandra Fields | Mar 1, 2022 | Scholarship Committee
The University Club and Staff Senate present A Night on the Purple Carpet, a gala in support of student scholarships on Saturday, April 9 from 6-9 PM at The Paper Mill Lounge in Sylva. A silent auction will be held from April 4 – 9 at...
by Alexandra Fields | Mar 1, 2022 | Staff Senate Information
The Staff Senate “Positive Impact Series” continues! Our next session will be Thursday, March 17th at 2-3pm, led by Craig Fowler, Chief Information Officer. Mr. Fowler will be speaking on “Having a Positive Impact through Leadership – Learnings from One Person’s...
by Alexandra Fields | Feb 14, 2022 | Staff Engagement Committee
The February Question of the Month seeks your input regarding how you get information about events, happenings, and news at Western. Please provide your feedback by clicking here. We value your input! The results we receive are shared with the Chancellor and WCU...
by Deidre Hopkins | Feb 9, 2022 | Community Service
As part of the NC DOT Adopt-A-Highway program, Staff Senate has adopted Old Cullowhee Rd from the intersection of Hwy 107 to Bayside Dr. Our next roadside litter pickup will be Wednesday, February 23rd 2:00p to 4:00pm for I Love WCU month. Any and all staff or faculty...
by Deidre Hopkins | Feb 2, 2022 | Staff Senate Information
The WCU Staff Senate will meet virtually on Wednesday, February 9th at 8:30am. Anyone wishing to attend virtually, should utilize the registration link below. Link to join the Webinar
by Deborah Millican | Jan 19, 2022 | Resources & Development Committee
We have money to help you reach your professional goals and we want to give it to you! Do you… Want to grow professionally? Want to engage in professional development activities? Want to attend a conference that can help your current or future job growth? Need to take...
by Deidre Hopkins | Jan 18, 2022 | UNC Staff Assembly
Want to recognize an outstanding staff member? Please read below about a state-level staff award. Deadline is Thursday, January 27, 2022. The Erskine B. Bowles Staff Service Award was established in 2010 by the UNC Staff Assembly to recognize employees whose...
by Deidre Hopkins | Jan 18, 2022 | University Information
The Western Carolina University Police Department held its third “No Shave” campaign during the university’s winter break as a fundraiser for the Staff Senate Scholarship Fund. A total of 11 officers (1 female and 10 males) participated in the campaign. Participating...
by Alexandra Fields | Jan 7, 2022 | Staff Engagement Committee
The January Question of the Month seeks your feedback regarding the November Week of Kindness initiative. Please provide your feedback by clicking here. We value your input! The results we receive are shared with the Chancellor and WCU leadership and used to inform...
by Alexandra Fields | Jan 7, 2022 | Staff Senate Information
The Staff Senate “Positive Impact Series” continues! Our next session will be Thursday, January 13th at 2-3 pm, lead by Craig Fowler, Chief Information Officer. Mr. Fowler will be speaking for 45 minutes with a 15 minute Q&A to follow. The following session will...
by Alexandra Fields | Jan 6, 2022 | Scholarship Committee
The February 1 deadline to apply for the Staff Senate Scholarship fund is quickly approaching! The Staff Senate Scholarship supports currently enrolled or accepted, incoming students who are children and relatives of SHRA and EHRA non-faculty employees. The...
by Alexandra Fields | Dec 14, 2021 | Staff Engagement Committee
The December Question of the Month seeks your feedback regarding the recent Holidays on the Plaza Event. Please provide your feedback by clicking here. We value your input! The results we receive are shared with the Chancellor and WCU leadership and used to inform the...
by Deidre Hopkins | Dec 1, 2021 | Staff Senate Information
The WCU Staff Senate will meet on Wednesday, December 8th at 8:30am in the UC Grand Room. There will not be a virtual option for this meeting. We welcome you to join us in person.
by Alexandra Fields | Nov 16, 2021 | Staff Engagement Committee
The November Question of the Month seeks your input regarding initiatives, areas of concerns, or points of interest that you’d like Staff Senate to consider or explore in the future. Please provide your feedback by clicking here. We value your input! The results...
by Alexandra Fields | Nov 8, 2021 | Resources & Development Committee
Join us, Friday, November 12th at 10-11am for a Positive Impact Discussion with one of our leaders, Dr. Carol Burton who will share how anyone, anywhere can make a positive difference. Signups are limited and available on a first come, first serve basis for this small...
