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

Jan
15
3 to 5 p.m. | Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025
Forest Grove, Berglund Hall, Conference Room 200, Online
Jan
22
9 to 10:30 a.m. | Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025
Forest Grove, Washburne University Center, Multi-Purpose Room (MPR), Hillsboro, Intermodal Transit Facility (ITF), 132, Online
Jan
28
4 to 7 p.m. | Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025
Forest Grove, Washburne University Center, Boxer Pause 216
Feb
19
3 to 5 p.m. | Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025
Hillsboro, Baker Hall, Online
Feb
26
Noon to 1 p.m. | Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025
Forest Grove, Marsh Hall, Taylor Auditorium 216, Online
Mar
14
Noon to 1 p.m. | Friday, March 14, 2025
Online
Apr
16
9 to 10:30 a.m. | Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Forest Grove, Washburne University Center, Multi-Purpose Room (MPR), Hillsboro, Intermodal Transit Facility (ITF), 132, Online
Apr
16
3 to 5 p.m. | Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Hillsboro, Baker Hall, Online

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The Staff Senate invites university employees and departments to deck the halls with holiday cheer by decorating your office door. Please note that doors do not need to be holiday-themed. We just ask that you get creative and have some fun with this annual tradition! To enter the contest, please upload your photo in Box by tomorrow, Friday, Dec. 6.

Come and enjoy the festive spirit with your colleagues over a cozy breakfast before we head off for winter break on Thursday, Dec. 12, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. or Friday, Dec. 13, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Savor a winter-inspired twist on the classic breakfast buffet and don your most festive, quirky, or downright outrageous holiday sweater in the Best "Ugly" Sweater Contest. You don’t want to miss out on the chance to add some extra laughs to our Winter Wonderland celebration! Registration by today is required for planning purposes. 

Come and enjoy the festive spirit with your colleagues over a cozy breakfast before we head off for winter break on Thursday, Dec. 12, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. or Friday, Dec. 13, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Savor a winter-inspired twist on the classic breakfast buffet and don your most festive, quirky, or downright outrageous holiday sweater in the Best "Ugly" Sweater Contest. You don’t want to miss out on the chance to add some extra laughs to our Winter Wonderland celebration! Registration by December 5 is required for planning purposes.