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 June Meeting Minutes

Chancellor’s Report (Zora Mulligan)

Chancellor’s Update

President’s Report (Lauren Willis)

No report

President-Elect Report (Wayne Cahoj)

• Department Spotlight – Student Life
• Memorial Tree Policy Committee

Secretary Report (Kileene Collins)

Treasurer Report (Alex Graham)

Committee Reports

• Activities Committee:

 No Report

 Department Reports

• Laura Underhill:
  • New Workshop offered with NCFW
    • Missouri State University – West Plains is offering a Basics of American Sign Language Workshop.
    • This beginner friendly, 4-week workshop will take you through the basics. Starting with the Alphabet and ending with Simple Storytelling!
    • July 14th – August 4th (Tuesday & Thursday)
    • 6:00pm – 8:00pm
    • Fee: $150
    • Register at missouristate.edu/Workforce/courses.htm
  • Alyssa Collins
    • Welcome New Full-Time Staff!

Max Bates, Assistant Baseball Coach

Bo Crites, Athletics Communications Specialist

Chaytin Lea, Athletic Trainer

Spencer Brown, Assistant Basketball Coach

Diana Brazeal, Accounting Technician

Marc Hubbell, Assistant Director of Admissions Recruitment

• 2025 Annual Performance Review Process Update

The process for supervisors to complete their portion of the appraisal has been extended to July 20, 2026. Employees will have 7 days to sign and add comments to their review after receiving it from their supervisor. Help guides and resources are available on the HR Performance website.

• HR Blog Reminder

Stay informed by following the HR Blog for human resources news, benefits updates, upcoming events, and professional development opportunities.

Draw for Giveaway (will continue in the Fall after Coffee Shop reopens)

Adjournment