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 August Meeting Minutes
Chancellor’s Report (Zora Mulligan)
- No Report
President’s Report (Lauren Willis)
- No Report
President-Elect Report (Wayne Cahoj)
- Assessment Presentation – Alex Graham
- Department Spotlight – Residence Life
Secretary Report (Kileene Collins)
Treasurer Report (Alex Graham)
Committee Reports
- Activities Committee:
- Discussing plans for upcoming events – Chili Cook Off, Secret Grizzly, Christmas Party, and Homecoming.
Department Reports
Alyssa Collins:
- MOSERS Ready to Retire Session – Tuesday, October 13, 8:30 a.m. – Noon, Kellett 101. Register online in myMOSERS.
- MO Deferred Compensation 1:1 Sessions – Tuesday, October 13, 1:00-5:00 p.m., Kellett 101. (Registration info TBA.)
- Employee Benefits Fair – Thursday, October 29, 9 a.m. – Noon, Student Rec Center.
- Medicare 101 Session – Thursday, October 29, 1:00-2:30 p.m., Hass-Darr 100. Register online.
Flu Vaccination Clinic & Employee Biometrics (Appointments available soon)
- Wednesday, Oct. 14, 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Student Rec Center
- Thursday, Oct. 29, 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Student Rec Center
Rebekah McKinney: OHRC Event –Walls Engraved Pottery, presented by Toney Aid | Tuesday, Sept 15th, 2026 – 6:00 PM, Garnett Library
Draw for Giveaway
Adjournment