Staff Senate

The Staff Senate supports the University mission, and serves in an advisory capacity to the Chancellor and Human Resources Director on issues and concerns that are important to staff.

The Staff Senate serves to facilitate communication among all employees and University administrators concerning general University employment interests and concerns while encouraging the development of constructive suggestions.

Senators

Committees

Meeting Minutes

By-laws

The Staff Senate meets the fourth Wednesday of each month except for November and December.

September 28
October 26
November 16 (3rd Wednesday)
December 14 (2nd Wednesday)
January 25
February 22
March 22
April 26

Meetings are held from 9 am - 11 am. Senate meetings are open to all University staff, and staff members are encouraged to attend. Our meetings are currently being held virtually via Zoom.

Join the Staff Senate Meeting

The Staff Senate Professional Development Committee has been working on providing workshops that align with the Staff Senate goals to make available several platforms for University of Michigan-Dearborn staff. The goal is to enhance professional development, employee morale, and balance working life.

Within our Series, we aim:

To provide a learning platform for Technology Resources
To make available resources in a safe environment to learn
To make available a venue for open communication among staff
To establish a learning community where we can learn from each other and reach out for support and or tips
To provide online resources

Below are the recordings (along with any applicable worksheets) of the virtual training sessions that have previously been offered.

The Professional Development Committee has also compiled a list of platforms and resources that are available to staff members for additional support and training opportunities offered through services such as ITS, LinkedIn Learning, MyLinc, and Organizational Learning.

Professional Development Resources

The Office of the Staff Ombuds will offer support to staff members in resolving concerns and navigating university programs and resources. Facilitated by the U-M Ann Arbor ombuds program, the expanded service aligns with the university’s strategic goals to create a more fair, equitable and inclusive workplace. Campus currently has student ombuds and faculty ombuds programs, and this new staff program further expands the confidential service. Appointments will be held via Zoom or phone or, when requested, at the U-M Ann Arbor office. Questions? Visit the website or email StaffOmbuds@umich.edu.