The NDSU Staff Senate celebrated its 20th anniversary when it met on Feb. 3. Prakash Mathew, vice president for student affairs, highlighted the event with a talk outlining the history and accomplishments of the group.
Established with the encouragement and approval of former President Jim Ozbun on Jan. 1, 1990, the organization has a mission to “addresses the needs and aspirations of university staff by promoting a progressive campus environment.”
“NDSU Staff Senate continues to evolve as a voice for our staff,” said Vance Olson, Staff Senate president. “How it grows into the future depends upon the support, involvement and commitment of all our staff. We have made progress, but continued effort is required to sustain the momentum as the NDSU campus community works as a team to offer our students the ultimate in higher education.”
Membership in Staff Senate consists of approximately 5 percent of the members of the broadbanded staff. Among the many activities sponsored by Staff Senate are Employee Recognition Week, the Scholarship Fund for classified staff members and their families, staff development programs, Campus Kudos awards and the annual Holiday Blood Drive.