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Staff Senate

Staff Senate

The Georgia Southwestern Staff Senate serves as a representative and advisory body to the University President, providing a structured and meaningful voice for staff across campus. Our purpose is to advocate for the needs, interests, and concerns of all staff members while facilitating open, transparent communication between staff and university leadership.

The Staff Senate is committed to promoting the professional growth and development of staff; recognizing and celebrating staff contributions and achievements; encouraging staff involvement in university initiatives and shared governance; and supporting the overall mission, vision, and values of Georgia Southwestern State University. Through advocacy, engagement, and collaboration, we work to ensure that staff perspectives are heard, valued, and reflected in the continued progress of the university.

Resources

Staff Senate Bylaws

Human Resources

Contact

Staff Senate

Chelsea Collins
Staff Senate Chair
staff.senate@gsw.edu

Representatives

2025-2026 Meeting Calendar

Meetings will take place in the President's Conference Room on the following dates:

  • August 27, 2025
  • September 24, 2025
  • October 29, 2025
  • November 26, 2025
  • December 31, 2025
  • January 28, 2026
  • February 25, 2026
  • March 25, 2026
  • April 29, 2026

FAQs

How can I help the Staff Senate with fundraising efforts?

All donations are welcome. Your participation in various fundraisers throughout the year is vital in supporting our book scholarship awards, luncheons, and other campus projects that directly enhance our work environment. We also encourage you to consider giving to the Staff Senate Fund (60682) to help expand our impact and support additional initiatives that benefit our staff community.

I have a staff concern. What should I do?

You can relay the information to one of our Staff Senate representatives or you can email the Chair personally at staff.senate@gsw.edu.

Can I attend a meeting?

Staff Senate meetings are closed meetings for senate members. Email staff.senate@gsw.edu for any questions regarding meetings.

Where can I get a copy of the previous meeting minutes?

Minutes are filed in the GSW James Earl Carter Library with copies available by request.

Let's Break to Educate

Staff Senate hosts gatherings for employees to learn more about programs across campus. Please send program suggestions to staff.senate@gsw.edu.