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Communications Committee

The Communications Committee supports all other Staff Council committees/task forces by distributing information to º£½ÇÂÛ̳ staff members, primarily through the Staff Council newsletter and website. The committee also leads marketing strategies and supplies branded Staff Council materials to º£½ÇÂÛ̳ staff.

• Chair – Kim Kushner
• Vice Chair – Melinda Ray
• Members – Amanda Campbell, Alia Krzyzanowski, Sophia Pressler, Janelle Sjue, Hilary Yager, Alec Zier

Endowment and Scholarship Committee

The Endowment and Scholarship Committee manages the º£½ÇÂÛ̳ Staff Council endowment. The committee collaborates with the Staff Council President to meet annually with the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships and the º£½ÇÂÛ̳ Foundation to review and update endowment details as needed. Additionally, the committee oversees the Staff Council scholarship process, awarding scholarships each semester. The committee consists of four Staff Council voting members, plus the Treasurer, for a total of five members. The committee also follows the requirements and selection criteria outlined in the º£½ÇÂÛ̳ Staff Council Scholarship endowment documents.

• Chair – Sarah Bigge
• Members – Bridget Jones, Alicia Joyce, Alia Krzyzanowski, Beth Ortwerth

Engagement Committee

The Engagement Committee oversees the recognition of º£½ÇÂÛ̳ staff, striving to help foster an inclusive, supportive workplace through its events and programs. This committee creates programs to honor staff achievements and organizes large-scale activities that enhance the morale and appreciation of º£½ÇÂÛ̳ staff.  

• Chair – Rachel Forester
• Vice Chair – Sam Chartrand
• Members – Sarah Bigge, Krystal Brier, Lizbeth Cruz Longoria, Shay Duncan, Emma Fahrlander, Hali Fair, Rosie Farmer, Dylan Green, Alisha Langham, Andre Logan, Miranda Martinez, Khisha Moore, HeatherAnne Norbury, Melinda Ray, Shannon Wheeler

Membership Committee

 This Membership Committee oversees the recruitment, selection, training, retention, and recognition of Staff Council voting members. This committee supports the Membership Chair in facilitating the Staff Council voting member elections process. The committee also organizes Staff Council representation at university-wide events and educates º£½ÇÂÛ̳ staff about the purpose of Staff Council and its available resources. 

• Chair – Sarah Amos
• Vice Chair – Lauren Nelson
• Members – Amanda Campbell, Izabella Godinez, Victoria Kelley, Jamie O'Brien, Ryan Ourada

Outreach Committee

The Outreach Committee develops and implements º£½ÇÂÛ̳ staff participation in community service projects both on campus and within the community. The committee also partners with º£½ÇÂÛ̳ departments/ divisions and constituents to promote community service events. This committee strives to create positive engagement between º£½ÇÂÛ̳ and the broader community through service and collaboration.

• Chair – Laura Moore
• Vice Chair – Bryan Terry
• Members – Nate Addington, Cherie Burton, Destiny Delgado Peterson, Sophia Frick, Jenny Garmon, Izabella Godinez, JaVon Hill, Chi Johnson, Kim Kushner, Andre Logan, Youssef Mekawy, Ashley Morency,  Lora Owens, Will Sanders, Jye Shafer, Bryan Terry, Abigail Weiler

Professional Development Committee

 The Professional Development Committee hosts opportunities for staff to strengthen their skills, expand their knowledge, and develop both personal and professional excellence. This committee works closely with º£½ÇÂÛ̳ Human Resources and other º£½ÇÂÛ̳ departments/divisions and constituents to promote career development, professional training, continued education, and staff well-being initiatives. 

• Chair – Anna Zimmerman
• Vice Chair – Carrie Paulette
• Members – Aubreigh Allen, Britinya Baker, Jennifer Burrus, Lizbeth Cruz Longoria, Chelsie Duckworth, Rachel Forester, Izabella Godinez, Sara Hockens, Jess Pearson, Curby Piehl, Krithika Selva Rajoo, Janelle Sjue, Heidi Updike, Tabitha Varvil, Kaitlyn York

Administrative Council

Administrative Council is made up of extended campus leadership. It serves to discuss campus wide initiatives and receive input from leaders. Representatives include:
Amanda Campbell

Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate represents the voice of the faculty and establishes an effective vehicle for the needs and concerns of the faculty to be presented for discussion and debate. Representatives include:
Jennifer Burrus
Amanda Campbell

Intercampus Staff Advisory Council (ISAC)

The UM Intercampus Staff Advisory Council (UM-ISAC) was formed by the University of Missouri System President in January 2000 to advise the president on matters of mutual interest and to serve as an information and liaison medium for employees and administrative offices on such matters as may be referred to the Council, as the Council initiates, or as UM employees may request. Representatives include:
Amanda Campbell
Kim Kushner
Alisha Langham

Parking and Traffic Committee

The Parking and Traffic Committee consists of 3 faculty members nominated by the Faculty Senate, 3 staff members nominated by the Staff Council, and 3 students nominated by the Student Government Association or the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. Representatives include:
Rachel Forester

Partners in Prevention (PIP) Coalition

The º£½ÇÂÛ̳ Partners in Prevention (PIP) coalition is a group that works to improve the health and wellness of º£½ÇÂÛ̳ students. The coalition focuses on preventing high-risk behaviors such as underage and high-risk drinking, sexual and relationship violence, and problem gambling. The coalition also aims to promote positive mental health and safe behaviors related to dating, driving, and other areas. Representatives include:
Melinda Ray
Curby Piehl

Total Rewards Advisory Committee (TRAC)

The Total Rewards Advisory Committee (TRAC) serves in an advisory capacity in matters related to benefits programs and in the treatment of pay and benefits as interrelated parts of the UM System’s overall Total Rewards. Committee membership is comprised of at least 12 members, consisting of a faculty and a staff member from each campus, a hospital representative, and a retiree representative, as appointed by the Vice President of Human Resources from nominations by the campuses, retiree associations, and self-nominations. Representatives include: 
Brianna Portmann

University Budget Committee

University Budget Committee advises university leadership on resource allocation to meet strategic goals and ensure fiduciary responsibility. Representatives include:
Amanda Campbell