Staff Senate Mission Statement:
The Staff Senate serves as a liaison to administration as an advocate for staff welfare and productivity, in conjunction with the University’s mission to support, improve, innovate, and promote academic excellence.
University Mission Statement:
Missouri State University-West Plains empowers students to achieve personal success and to enrich their local and global communities. As a two-year public institution, we provide accessible, affordable, and quality educational opportunities.
Call to Order
Approval of Agenda
Approval of September Meeting Minutes
Chancellor’s Report
Welcome Guests
- Laura Derrick, Springfield Staff Senate President
- Dee Dee Mings, Springfield HR
President’s Report (Trish Smith)
- That Friday Thing – looking for a department to host the October event.
- Volunteer opportunities:
- Birthday Blessings update
- Staff Senate welcome gifts for new employees:
- Update from Trevor Cressman
- Please note that while it’s everyone’s desire to welcome a new staff member, we won’t be able to provide very much for very long if we don’t get fundraising ideas and make them a reality. Discuss the location of the contribution jar.
- The next Administrative Council meeting is Wednesday, October 16. The administrative council did not meet this week. Please let me know if you have any questions or issues to bring before the Council. My extension is 57900, and my email address is WPStaffSenate@MissouriState.edu. My office door is always open (Kellett Hall, #203).
President-Elect Report (Trevor Cressman)
Secretary Report (Kileene Collins)
Treasurer Report (Alex Graham)
Committee Reports
- None this week
Department Reports
- Human Resources (Alyssa Collins)
- Wellness and Benefit Dates: Refer to the HR Blog for information regarding open enrollment, the 2025 Wellness Incentive, flu vaccination clinics, and biometric screenings.
- Employee Wellness & Benefits Fair: All full-time and part-time employees are invited to Missouri State University’s Wellness & Benefits Fair from 9 a.m. to noon, Thursday, Oct. 24, in the Student Recreation Center. Employees will have the opportunity to meet with our various insurance and benefit providers in an informal setting. Plus, attendees will have a chance to win one of many door prizes! No appointment is required. (see attached)
- Mammogram Bus Appointments: The OZH Mobile Mammography Unit will be on campus Wednesday, October 23, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the north Lybyer parking lot. Call 417-257-5912 to schedule an appointment. Preventative screening is available at no cost to female employees over 40 with the MSU health plan. (see attached)
- Staff Excellence in University Service Awards:Do you know a coworker who has proven superior service to MSU-WP? Nominations are now being accepted for the Staff Excellence in University Service Awards. Staff, faculty, and administrators are encouraged to nominate full-time staff employees for this award. The nomination deadline is Friday, November 8. The Staff Excellence in University Service Awards recognize excellence in service to the university among staff employees. University officials wish to recognize those staff employees who strive to do their jobs well daily, those who go above and beyond the call of duty in special situations, and those who have contributed in a significant way to the success of the university. Six full-time staff employees will receive a one-time $1,500 award. Nomination forms and additional information can be found at http://www.missouristate.edu/seusa.
Upcoming Events & Important Dates:
The Campus Trick or Treat event is Thursday, October 31, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.
Departments, student organizations, and any of our campus members are encouraged to participate by having treats or prizes, decorating, and dressing in costume to welcome our students’ children for a fun afternoon of Trick or Treat. Faculty and staff with children of the age to trick or treat are also welcome to participate but may need to make the appropriate arrangements with their supervisor. Those participating can choose to remain in their work location, or they may also set up at tables in other locations around campus.
**NOTE: Candy cannot be purchased using operational university funds, so please take that into consideration if you plan to participate.
For a complete list of events, please go to https://calendar.wp.missouristate.edu/
Adjournment