The following committees have openings for staff outside of Staff Council who might like to get involved:
Professional Development Committee: The purpose of this committee is to find, report on, and promote professional development opportunities available to the IU South Bend staff. Current members are Kathi Highland and Karrie Jean. There is space for up to 3 more members.
Awards and Scholarships Committee: The purpose of this committee is to organize nominations, winners, presentations, and communication of awards and scholarships on behalf of the Staff Council. Current member is Amanda Horter. There is space for up to 4 more members.
Staff Support Committee: The purpose of this committee shall be to welcome/onboard new staff. Current members are Rick Dennie, Tabitha Kingsbury, Joel Langston, and Janielle Tchakerian. There is space for up to 1 more member.
Events Committee: The purpose of this committee is to organize, plan, and execute events hosted by the Staff Council. This committee will work with other campus organizations if the Staff Council supports or sponsors an event hosted by another organization. (Staff Appreciation Day Committee is included in this committee.) Current members are Josephine Johnson, Stephen Salisbury, and Kathleen Weidner. There is space for up to 2 more members.
Fundraising Committee: The purpose of this committee shall be to arrange various fundraising activities in support of Staff Council projects. (The Putt-Putt Fundraiser is included in this committee.) Current members are Kathi Highland, Amanda Horter, and Kathleen Weidner. There is space for up to 2 more members.
If you are interested in serving on any of these committees, please email Staff Council President, Stephen Salisbury at stsalisb@iub.edu.