Date/Location:

November 13, 2025 – 10:30 a.m. Melton Hall 212 with Zoom option

In Attendance: (In person): Trevor Cressman, Kileene Collins, Nina Williams, Alexandra Graham, Trace Winfrey, Sophia Skinner, Marcie Bean, Justin Wade, Sheila Sparks, Emilie Brotherton, Jon Allen, Sue Icenhower, Kimberly Beach, Lauren Willis, Lora Davis, Alyssa Collins, Cedric Wooledge, Laura Underhill, Chad Corley, CJ Collins, Brian Mitchell, Lindsey Waggoner, and Kris Brinkerhoff. (Zoom attendees): Barbie Mustion, Christina Kerley, Tara Shahan, Cindy Bridges, and Amanda Collins.

Call to Order

Approval of Agenda – Motion made by Alyssa Collins to approve the agenda. Seconded by Alexandra Graham, and all in favor.

Approval of October Meeting Minutes – Motion made to approve the September meeting minutes by Lora Davis. Seconded by CJ Collins, and all in favor.

Chancellor’s Report (Zora Mulligan)

• Chancellor Mulligan introduced and welcomed Chad Corley, Associate Vice-Chancellor for Marketing & Communications.
• Continuing to work on the budget.
• Preparing for the HLC site visit next Monday and Tuesday. A document will be sent out this afternoon to help answer some potential questions from the site team, but we are all encouraged to be open with the team and answer honestly.

United Way Guest (Stacy Tintocalis)

• Heart of the Ozarks United Way funds 12 local non-profit organizations. If desired, you can specify which organization you would like your contribution to be applied to.
• New for 2026, they will be partnering with Yellow House for a free art program.
• The Books for Teachers grant program is expanded.
• If you have any grant ideas, please reach out to them. Here is a link to their website: Home
• Pledge cards are due to Alyssa Collins by December 12, and payroll deduct is an option.

President’s Report (Trevor Cressman)

• That Friday Thing
  • The next one will be in January.
• Coffee Giveaway Winners:
  • Kileene Collins
  • Chad Corley

President-Elect Report (Lauren Willis)

• Faculty Senate has issued a challenge for Angel Tree donations.

 Secretary Report (Kileene Collins)

• No report

Treasurer Report (Alex Graham)

• Our account Balance: $2,280.70

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 for chili: Lauren Willis
  • Secret Grizzly Update – Trevor has received lots of great stories and photos from some of the participants and all seem to be enjoying it!
  • If you have any ideas for events or activities, email WPStaffSenate@MissouriState.edu

Department Reports

• 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.
• Assessment (Alexandra Graham)
  • We are making progress. We recognize where we need to improve and we are working to make those improvements.
  • It is a journey, and we will continue to make progress.
  • We have a plan and will continue to keep working on it.
  • If you are asked a question by the HLC team, be honest and truthful.
• HR (Alyssa Collins)
  • Welcome New Staff!
    • Chad Corley, Associate Vice-Chancellor for Marketing & Communications.
  • United Way Campaign
    • Pledge cards due to Alyssa Collins by December 12.
  • Part-Time Employee of the Year Award
    • All full-time employees are encouraged to submit a nomination for the 2025 Part-Time Employee of the Year Award. Please submit nominations to Alyssa Collins by email at AlyssaCollins@MissouriState.edu or 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.

Adjournment at 11:25 a.m.