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The WCU Staff Senate has long been a driving force in fostering a culture of service\u2014both on campus and throughout our surrounding communities. Year after year, our commitment to meaningful engagement has grown, and with it, the number of service activities and volunteer opportunities. As this momentum continues, so does our focus on creating structured, well-promoted pathways for staff senators and all employees to give back and get involved.<\/p>\n
We believe that consistent community service is not only a way to uplift others, but also a chance for WCU staff to share our university\u2019s values, build lasting relationships, and establish sustainable partnerships across the region.<\/p>\n
Got it! Here’s a polished version with your updated theme\u2014highlighting \u201cconnections\u201d as the central focus of the year:<\/p>\n
For the 2025\u20132026 academic year, our guiding theme is Connections<\/strong>. This focus speaks to our belief that meaningful relationships\u2014across campus and throughout our region\u2014are the foundation of impactful service. By building strong internal and external networks, we aim to foster deeper collaboration, increase visibility, and create long-lasting partnerships that enhance WCU\u2019s presence and influence in the broader community.<\/p>\n Over the past years, Staff Senate has taken important steps to enhance our efforts:<\/p>\n Looking ahead, we\u2019re uniquely positioned to lead a campus-wide approach to community engagement. Our goals for the upcoming year include:<\/p>\n By aligning service with strategy, we can amplify WCU\u2019s influence and continue building bridges that benefit our campus, our neighbors, and our shared future.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Committee members” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Committee Service Liason:<\/strong><\/p>\n Julie Mathis (jlmathis@wcu.edu<\/a>)<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_heading title=”Report Your Community Service Hours” admin_label=”Report Your Community Service Hours” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#592C88″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/Gf2H61xZ2r” button_text=”Report Hours Here” admin_label=”Link to Form” 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While it\u2019s often seen as a form of giving back, it also offers meaningful opportunities for personal growth, connection, and learning.<\/p>\n In higher education and the workplace, community engagement is increasingly valued for its ability to foster collaboration, empathy, and leadership. Research shows that when students and staff participate in structured service programs, they often develop a stronger sense of belonging, improve key skills, and deepen their understanding of civic responsibility [1].<\/p>\n WCU demonstrates a strong commitment to community engagement through its strategic focus on regional development and partnerships. The university actively collaborates with local communities, businesses, and organizations to address regional challenges, foster economic growth, and provide educational and cultural opportunities\u2014positioning itself as a leader in service and development across Western North Carolina.[2]<\/p>\n At WCU, employees are encouraged to engage in service through the Community Service Leave program. This initiative further reflects WCU\u2019s broader commitment to civic engagement and its role in promoting the public good.<\/p>\n References<\/p>\n 1. Eyler, J. S., & Giles, D. E., Jr. (1999). Where\u2019s the learning in service-learning? San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass<\/p>\n 2. Western Carolina University. (2021). Honoring our promise: University strategic plan. Retrieved from https:\/\/www.wcu.edu\/discover\/about\/strategic-plan\/index.aspx<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What is Community Service Leave? ” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Community Service Leave shall be available to all eligible SPA and EPA employees (permanent full-time and part-time employees with the latter being prorated) to encourage volunteerism in support of North Carolina’s schools, communities, citizens and non-profit organizations. This policy replaces and is in lieu of all previously established leave programs for child development and community involvement.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n An eligible employee shall be awarded twenty-four (24) hours of Community Service Leave annually which may be used for volunteer participation in the programs, services and organizations indicated below, or they may elect to receive an award equivalent to one (1) hour each week that a public school is in session. The latter award is to be used exclusively for mentoring or tutoring students in North Carolina schools.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n More information can be found on the following resources:<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Community Service Liaison” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The Staff Senate Community Service Liaison\u2019s objectives are to:<\/p>\n \u00b7 Communicate service opportunities to staff senate and beyond<\/p>\n \u00b7 Track staff senate service hours<\/p>\n \u00b7 Report on our overall community service goal at each meeting<\/p>\n Julie Mathis (jlmathis@wcu.edu<\/a>) is our Community Service Liaison for the 25-26 academic year. Please reach out with any questions or ideas for collaborating with Staff Senat<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Opportunities to Serve” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Volunteer Opportunities vary from month to month. Check out the Staff Senate Events and Upcoming Meetings<\/a> calendar for volunteer opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Reporting My Hours” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Staff Senate creates an annual goal each year for senator volunteer hours. This year we hope to reach 1000 hours served!<\/p>\n Senators, please report your hours using the form at the top of this page!<\/strong><\/p>\n **Please note the form at the top of the page is to collect data about the service in which WCU staff senators are engaged. If you are a WCU staff member who has questions about how to use you Community Service Leave, please contact Human Resources at 828.227.7218.**<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Community Service The WCU Staff Senate has long been a driving force in fostering a culture of service\u2014both on campus and throughout our surrounding communities. 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Community service can be distinct from volunteering, since it is not always performed on a voluntary basis and may be compulsory per situation. Although personal benefits may be realized, it may be performed for a variety of reasons including citizenship requirements, a substitution of criminal justice sanctions, requirements of a school or class, and requisites for the receipt of certain benefits.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p> Many institutions require and\/or give incentive to students or employees alike to volunteer their time to community service programs. From volunteering to participating in such charity events like walks or runs, institutes continue the practice or require their employees or students to grow in camaraderie while giving back to various communities. Many institutions also provide opportunities for employees and students to work together, and most student groups participate in their own form of community service. Each is unique in its own right; all are incredibly popular with employees; and in all of these programs, human resources plays an integral role.*<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p> WCU provides Community Service Leave to eligible employees as described in the following section.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p> *\u201dCommunity Service\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/i>https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Community_service<\/span><\/i><\/a>. Retrieved October 14, 2020.<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p> [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=\"What is Community Service Leave? \" _builder_version=\"4.16\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" open=\"off\"]<\/p> Community Service Leave shall be available to all eligible SPA and EPA employees (permanent full-time and part-time employees with the latter being prorated) to encourage volunteerism in support of North Carolina's schools, communities, citizens and non-profit organizations. This policy replaces and is in lieu of all previously established leave programs for child development and community involvement.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p> An eligible employee shall be awarded twenty-four (24) hours of Community Service Leave annually which may be used for volunteer participation in the programs, services and organizations indicated below, or they may elect to receive an award equivalent to one (1) hour each week that a public school is in session. The latter award is to be used exclusively for mentoring or tutoring students in North Carolina schools.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p> More information can be found on the following resources:<\/span><\/p> [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=\"Community Service Liaison\" _builder_version=\"4.16\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" open=\"off\"]<\/p> The Community Service Liaison officer position was created in AY2018-19 with objectives to:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
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