Committees
Staff Council Committees
There are various subcommittees to help achieve the goals of Staff Council. Each have various meeting schedules and initiatives. You do not have to be a voting member of Staff Council to participate.
Communications
The Communications Committee supports all other Staff Council committees/task forces by distributing information to UMKC staff members, primarily through the Staff Council newsletter and website. The committee also leads marketing strategies and supplies branded Staff Council materials to UMKC staff.
Membership
- Chair - Kim Kushner
- Vice Chair - Melinda Ray
- Members - Amanda Campbell, Lou Hartwig, Alia Krzyzanowski, Jamie Nelson, Sophia Pressler, Hilary Yager, Alec Zier
Engagement
The Engagement Committee oversees the recognition of UMKC staff, striving to help foster an inclusive, supportive workplace through its events and programs. This committee creates programs to honor staff achievements and organizes large-scale activities that enhance the morale and appreciation of UMKC staff.
Membership
- Chair - Alisha Langham
- Vice Chair - Dylan Green
- Members - Sarah Bigge, Krystal Brier, Kathleen Chartland, Lizbeth Cruz Longoria, Casey Davison, Shay Duncan, Emma Fahrlander, Rachel Forester, Alicia Joyce, Andre Logan, Melinda Ray, Madeline Rislow, Shannon Wheeler
Membership
This Membership Committee oversees the recruitment, selection, training, retention, and recognition of Staff Council voting members. This committee supports the Membership Chair in facilitating the Staff Council voting member elections process. The committee also organizes Staff Council representation at university-wide events and educates UMKC staff about the purpose of Staff Council and its available resources.
Membership
- Chair - Sarah Amos
- Members - Amber Blair, Amanda Campbell, Jordan Davis, Victoria Kelley, Lauren Nelson, Jamie O'Brien, Beth Ortwerth, Ryan Ourada
Outreach
The Outreach Committee develops and implements UMKC staff participation in community service projects both on campus and within the community. The committee also partners with UMKC departments/divisions and constituents to promote community service events. This committee strives to create positive engagement between UMKC and the broader community through service and collaboration.
Membership
- Chair - Laura Moore
- Vice Chair - Destiny Delgado Peterson
- Members - Nate Addington, Harry Brewster, Cindy Brown, Cherie Burton, Jill Folsom, Sophia Frick, Izabella Godinez, JaVon Hill, Bridget Jones, Kim Kushner, Andre Logan, Youssef Mekawy, Ashley Morency, HeatherAnne Norbury, Lora Owens, Carrie Paulette, Jye Shafer, Bryan Terry
Professional Development
The Professional Development Committee hosts opportunities for staff to strengthen their skills, expand their knowledge, and develop both personal and professional excellence. This committee works closely with UMKC Human Resources and other UMKC departments/divisions and constituents to promote career development, professional training, continued education, and staff well-being initiatives.
Membership
- Interim Chair - Jessica Pearson
- Members - Abigail Birkett, Jennifer Burrus, Lizbeth Cruz Longoria, Chelsie Duckworth, Rachel Forester, Izabella Godinez, Carly Havner, Helene Houston-Reed, Janelle Sjue, Heidi Updike, Kaitlyn York, Anna Zimmerman
UMKC and UM System Representation
One of the key roles of all members of Staff Council is to represent staff and communicate the needs and concerns of UMKC staff to the rest of campus and within the larger University of Missouri System (UM System). If you have questions about any of the issues that are currently being covered in these committees, feel free to reach out to the Staff Council representative serving on that committee.
Administrative Council
Administrative Council is made up of extended campus leadership. It serves to discuss campus wide initiatives and receive input from leaders.
Representatives
Amanda Campbell
Faculty Senate
Faculty Senate represents the voice of the faculty and establishes an effective vehicle for the needs and concerns of the faculty to be presented for discussion and debate.
Representatives
Amanda Campbell
Jennifer Burrus
Intercampus Staff Advisory Council (ISAC)
The UM Intercampus Staff Advisory Council (UM-ISAC) was formed by the University of Missouri System President in January 2000 to advise the president on matters of mutual interest and to serve as an information and liaison medium for employees and administrative offices on such matters as may be referred to the Council, as the Council initiates, or as UM employees may request.
Representatives
Amanda Campbell
Jessica Pearson
Kim Kushner
Parking and Traffic Committee
The Parking and Traffic Committee consists of 3 faculty members nominated by the Faculty Senate, 3 staff members nominated by the Staff Council, and 3 students nominated by the Student Government Association or the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs.
Representatives
Jessica Pearson
Jordan Davis
Partners in Prevention (PIP) Coalition
The UMKC Partners in Prevention (PIP) coalition is a group that works to improve the health and wellness of UMKC students. The coalition focuses on preventing high-risk behaviors such as underage and high-risk drinking, sexual and relationship violence, and problem gambling. The coalition also aims to promote positive mental health and safe behaviors related to dating, driving, and other areas.
Representatives
Chelsie Duckworth
University Budget Committee
University Budget Committee advises university leadership on resource allocation to meet strategic goals and ensure fiduciary responsibility.
Representatives
Amanda Campbell
Staff Community Groups
Staff Council also hosts Staff Community Groups. These groups are a great way for you to connect with your peers on related interests. You can also create your own Staff Community Group to foster your own community among your colleagues.