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 October Meeting Minutes

Chancellor’s Report (Zora Mulligan)

President’s Report (Trevor Cressman)

• That Friday Thing! Update
  • Start in January
• Reminder to sign-in for Coffee Giveaway
• December Meeting – December 11^th

President-Elect Report (Lauren Willis)

Secretary Report (Kileene Collins)

Treasurer Report (Alex Graham)

• Account Balance: $2287.98

Committee Reports

• Staff Senate Activities Committee
  • Chili Cook-Off Recap!
    • 9 Chilis Entered, 2 Sweet Teas
    • Around 65 people attended!
    • Chili Champion: Cedric Wooledge
    • Tea Titan: Angie Totty
    • People’s Choice: Lauren Willis
  • Secret Grizzly Update
    • Lots of great stories and photos!
    • Anyone want to share anything cool they got?
  • If you have any ideas for events or activities, email WPStaffSenate@MissouriState.edu

Department Reports

• Alexandra Graham – Assessment and Accreditation
  • Assessment Handbook Feedback – Attached
• Angel Tree Sponsors needed. The MSU-West Plains Angel Tree is limited to the children of our students who we want to support as they are completing their educational goals. It is an excellent opportunity for us to lend a helping hand to our students who may struggle to provide gifts for their children this holiday season.
  • As a sponsor, we ask you spend at least $60 on each child sponsored and return gifts to the office of Student Services (Lybyer 207) by December 4.
  • A contribution of $60 or more can be made and SGA will do the gift shopping for you.
• HR – Alyssa Collins
  • Welcome New Staff!
    Chad Corley, Associate Vice-Chancellor for Marketing & Communications
  • United Way Campaign – Attached
    Our United Way campus goal this year is $6,500. The Heart of the Ozarks United Way helps fund programs and services that benefit our community. Join us in supporting the United Way by completing the attached pledge card and sending it to Alyssa Collins in Kellett Hall by Friday, Dec. 12.
  • Part-Time Employee of the Year Award – Attached
    All full-time employees are encouraged to submit a nomination for the 2025 Part-Time Employee of the Year Award. Please review the attached information and submit nominations to Alyssa Collins by email at AlyssaCollins@MissouriState.eduor hard copy at Kellett Hall 202 by Friday, January 9, 2026.
  • Virtual Benefits Fair
    Missouri State University is excited to bring you another Virtual Benefits Fair. You’ll be able to learn about 2026 benefits and open enrollment in a fun, easy format.
  • Open Enrollment: Now through Dec. 1
    Missouri State University’s open enrollment for the 2026 benefits year will run from Nov. 1, 2025 through Dec. 1, 2025. Even if you don’t have changes, you should complete open enrollment to review your plan(s) for accuracy, verify that your personal information is current, and make sure you have beneficiaries updated.
  • Save up to $360 on your annual health insurance premiums!
    All full-time employees are encouraged to complete the 2026 wellness incentive.

Draw for Giveaway

• Make sure to fill out gift form before leaving!

Adjournment