How Can I Get Involved?
It is easy for you to become involved with Staff Council!
- You can attend meetings of the EKU Staff Council. Click Calendar of Events or News and Announcements to view the scheduled meetings.
- You can volunteer to work with one of the Staff Council committees. Contact one of the Council representatives to get more information.
- You can contact one of the Staff Council representatives with your recommendations or concerns. Click the Directory to see the list of elected members of the Council.
- Become a candidate! Elections are held once a year in November.
Staff Council Committees
Elections and Credentials Committee
The Elections and Credentials Committee is responsible for conducting the elections of members of the Staff Council, as well as the staff representative on the Board of Regents. The Elections and Credentials Committee shall conduct an annual review of the Membership Representation Table to insure that the Staff Council appropriately and equitably represent the University staff. This committee shall certify the eligibility of candidates for election to the Staff Council, maintain a council roster and election records.
Programming and Events Committee
The Events Committee shall work to provide programming for EKU employees. The Events Committee will also work to identify staff training and professional development opportunities, as well as coordinate the Staff Emeritus annually. In addition, they shall make recommendations to enhance employee recognition through activities and awards that recognize outstanding staff performance and achievement. The Treasurer and Communication Chair shall serve on the Events Committee.
Policy Committee
The Policy Committee shall review general, broad based issues and concerns involving personnel policies, procedures and plans. Additionally, the Policy Committee will be responsible for advocacy of policies as they pertain to EKU Employees. The Policy Committee Chair will serve on the University Benefits Committee. The Vice Chair shall serve on the Policy Committee.