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I hope this message finds you well and enjoying the summer sunshine!
As I write my final newsletter as president of the Staff Council, I can't help but feel a mix of emotions. It's been an incredible ride, and I owe so much of our success to all of you.
First and foremost, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the members of Staff Council. Your dedication, hard work and creativity have made this year remarkable. You’ve made me look good, but more importantly, you’ve made our university a better place to work.
A special shoutout goes to everyone involved in organizing our two Staff Appreciation Days. Your time and effort did not go unnoticed, and I genuinely believe our spring event was the best one yet! Who could forget that awesome ‘90s theme? From the nostalgic opening video to the fun games and outfits, it was a blast and a perfect example of the spirit and camaraderie that makes our campus so special.
I also want to take a moment to recognize the incredible staff members we have here at Missouri S&T. Your passion and dedication make me proud to say I work here. Whether you're behind the scenes or on the front lines, each of you contributes to making this university the outstanding institution it is.
As I step down, I am confident that Staff Council will continue to thrive and achieve great things. Thank you for the support, the laughs and the memories. It's been an honor to serve as your president.
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Best wishes,
Jackie Sansone
Staff Council President
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New Staff Council members announced
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The votes have been tallied, and the following employees were elected to serve a two-year term on Staff Council:
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- Glen Cargile, senior enrollment advisor for the registrar.
- Dr. Greg Edwards, senior strategic communications consultant for marketing and communications.
- Chyna Howell, senior program manager for the Student Success Center.
- Tera Humphrey, senior educational program coordinator for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
- Jason Newton, academic advisor for computer science.
- Paige Puhrmann, conference assistant for Havener Center.
- Justin Rauls, assistant director of transfer admissions.
- Amanda Schlegel, office support assistant for the Energetic Materials, Rock Characterization and Geomechanics Research Center.
- James Slone, manager of student support services for international student and scholar service.
- Brittany Thompson, director of events and hospitality management for Finance and Operations.
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Staff Council represents and promotes the best interests of S&T staff, helps to build a positive working relationship with the campus community and works to provide effective communication between staff and leaders.
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Meet the new Staff Council president
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Kevin Walkup, academic advisor for chemical and biochemical engineering as well as earth sciences and engineering, has been named the 2024-25 Staff Council president.
"As we look ahead to the coming year, I am thrilled to serve as the Staff Council president for 2024-25. Building on the incredible momentum we've achieved this year, I am committed to being a strong and effective voice for our staff, advocating for their needs, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment for all."
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Give blood get Springfield Cardinals tickets and shirt
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Staff Council is hosting a “Bleed Red” blood drive 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday, June 27, in St. Pat’s Ballroom A and B of the Havener Center. While supplies last, donors will receive a Springfield Cardinals baseball shirt and two tickets to a Springfield Cardinals home game.
Appointments are encouraged. To schedule an appointment, call 417-227-5006 or go to donor.chbco.org.
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Keeney selected for Leadership Missouri
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Melanie Keeney, director of outreach and engagement for marketing and communications, has been selected to participate in Leadership Missouri. The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry offers this program to enhance the leadership skills of current and emerging leaders through an in-depth exploration of the state’s economic, political and social issues.
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Bhatia receives new professionals award
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Simran Bhatia, senior organizational health education specialist for student well-being, received the American College Health Association’s (ACHA) Affiliate New Professionals Award for 2024 on Wednesday, May 29, in Atlanta. The award recognizes ACHA members who have provided service to the field of college health for five years or less and have made significant contributions to the field, their institutions and affiliates.
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Edwards elected chair of community board
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Dr. Greg Edwards, a senior strategic communications consultant for marketing and communications, was recently elected to a third one-year term as chair of Meramec Community Enhancement Corp.’s (MCEC) board of directors.
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From the Staff Success Center
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Staff celebrate service milestones in March, April and May
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Congratulations to Patricia Robertson for 45 years of service!
View other milestone employees honored in eConnection and congratulate these employees when you see them.
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Photo by Sora Shimazaki/Pexels.
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Supervisory training series relaunched
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The first session of the Supervisory Foundation Training Series had over 65 registrations to kick off the relaunch.
Did you miss it? That’s ok, join the Staff Success Center for other upcoming sessions in the series.
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Introduction to Human Resources Policy
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In-person: 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 16
Virtual: 2:30-4 p.m. Thursday, July 18
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Introduction to UM System Compensation
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In-person: 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17
Virtual: 1-2:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19
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AI image created using Adobe Firefly.
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Hydration station + fancy water day
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It’s getting hot out there--are you drinking enough water? Join human resources and the Staff Success Center for a drop-in appreciation event to help S&T employees stay hydrated.
Employees are invited to stop by and pick up a complimentary UnitedHealthcare bottle and fill it up with some H2O 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, July 18, in Room 115 Centennial Hall. We will have several mix-ins, fruit, syrups and more for you to make your perfect hydrating concoction. Do you already have a water bottle? That’s fine, feel free to fill that too.
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Show-Me Training Conference
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Attend the Show-Me Training Conference on Wednesday, July 10, a one-day, on-campus event designed to enhance your skills with available software and tools. Hosted by the Staff Success Center, this event promises a day of learning and collaboration.
This conference will feature several breakout sessions, allowing you to dive into the tools and topics that are most relevant to you. Whether you’re looking to enhance your data skills, streamline your project management, or explore new software capabilities, there’s something for everyone.
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Get involved with Staff Council
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The next Staff Council meeting will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday, July 11, on Zoom. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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Staff Council is a volunteer organization dedicated to supporting S&T staff. If you would like to help out by volunteering, submit the volunteer form online.
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