Staff Senate

Staff Senate exists to serve you. We care about the quality of your life relative to campus and the larger global community. We are committed to openness, collaboration and inclusiveness. Any issues or concerns you have are welcomed by the Staff Senate. Email us any time at staffsenate@pacificu.edu or submit a suggestion

The Staff Senate typically meets on the third Wednesday of each month from 3 to 5 p.m.  All non-faculty members are invited to attend. Meetings are held both in-person (alternating between Forest Grove and Hillsboro campuses) and on Zoom. View the schedule here.

 

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    The Staff Senate serves as the official representative body of the University staff community by actively participating in campus governance.  The Staff Senate shall foster a spirit of unity and cooperation, providing representation of non-faculty personnel in coordination with the faculty and student governing bodies.  The Staff Senate shall also provide a forum for the exchange of information between members of the staff, administration, faculty and students. — from the University Faculty & Governance Handbook

     

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    Upcoming Events

    Apr
    23
    9:30 to 10:30 a.m. | Tuesday, April 23, 2024
    Forest Grove, Washburne University Center, Boxer Pause 216, Hillsboro, Hillsboro Campus Building 2, Atrium Courtyard 175
    Apr
    28
    9 a.m. to Noon | Sunday, April 28, 2024
    Forest Grove, Clark Hall
    May
    22
    3 to 5 p.m. | Wednesday, May 22, 2024
    Forest Grove, Berglund Hall, Conference Room 200, Online
    Jun
    4
    All Day | Tuesday, June 4, 2024
    Forest Grove
    Jun
    12
    3 to 5 p.m. | Wednesday, June 12, 2024
    Hillsboro, Intermodal Transit Facility (ITF), 132, Online
    Jul
    17
    3 to 5 p.m. | Wednesday, July 17, 2024
    Forest Grove, Berglund Hall, Conference Room 200, Online
    Aug
    7
    9 to 10:30 a.m. | Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2024
    Forest Grove, Washburne University Center, Multi-Purpose Room (MPR), Hillsboro, Intermodal Transit Facility (ITF), 132, Online
    Aug
    21
    3 to 5 p.m. | Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024
    Hillsboro, Baker Hall, Online

    Headlines

    The 60-minute April 17 All-Staff Meeting recording and slides are now available. Topics included Staff Senate elections, the June All-Staff Conference, upcoming event staff opportunities, strategic plan updates, Canopy EAP benefits, UIS updates, FAFSA updates, and other announcements. 

    The 2024-26 Staff Senate election is now underway and all staff are encouraged to cast their vote for nine Senators each serving a two-year term beginning in July. The ballot is open until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24. View the candidate's statement of interest on the ballot which is in both English and Spanish. 

    Staff are invited to socialize with colleagues while enjoying coffee and donuts on Tuesday, April 23 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. on both campuses. This event is sponsored by the Staff Senate Idea Committee.