Publication Date

1-12-2026

Document Type

Agendas and Minutes

Abstract

The Staff Senate convened on January 12, 2026, led by President Cody Morelock, who opened the meeting with updates from university leadership and key campus initiatives. Dr. Noland reported confidence in spring and fall 2026 enrollment trends and anticipated stable state budgets, with upcoming budget hearings centered on KPIs and strategic priorities. Additional University Council updates included the premiere of the Nurse: Empathy Heals documentary, ongoing faculty climate survey efforts, athletics challenges related to the transfer portal, and enrollment reports highlighting approximately 2,000 students at risk of non-enrollment, FAFSA verification needs, and international recruitment declines due to global travel constraints. Housing applications for fall 2026 were announced alongside the appointment of Dr. Kim Van Wie as Director of Buc Central. A substantial portion of the meeting focused on Voyager system updates, including progress on payroll corrections, hiring workflows, training alignment, and the work of the Post-Go-Live Taskforce. Treasurer reports detailed account balances and considerations for reallocating CBC funds. Committee updates addressed upcoming spring picnic planning, award nomination processes, and review of Voyager implementation communications. The meeting concluded with announcements about MLK Day events, concerns regarding campus security following a break‑in, and preparations for mobile ID card testing before adjournment at 3:18 p.m.   *This abstract was generated with AI assistance using Microsoft 365 Copilot and has been checked and deemed reliable. 

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