Call to Order – Chad Willis, Chair

The Staff Suggestions page has been removed by University Leadership.  Updates regarding submitted suggestions will be provided during the monthly meetings. 

Item 1: Treasurer’s Report – Abigail Miller, Treasurer and Sloane Thompson, Treasurer-Elect     

See attached report.

Item 2: The Graduate College - Austin Allen, Recruiting Coordinator

Find the program advisor to learn more about a specific graduate program, see deadlines, and requirements for entry.   

You could receive admissions responses in 4-6 weeks, depending on the program.  Popular programs include OWLS, APCE, and technical communication, but there are many options available! 

Questions: Futuregrad@txstate.edu 

Item 3: Technical Communication Program - Christopher Dayley, Associate Professor

Great option for TXST staff!  30 credits, asynchronous, non-thesis option.  Applicable for several industries. Program launched in 1999.  There are a few service-learning classes.   

The internship (ENG 5312) could be a class project such as editing a literary magazine but has the possibility to change in the future to do it within one's own department or other organization. 

Check out the program site for more information.  

Item 4: Staff Education Development Leave and Academic Release & Tuition Support - Danielle Waddell, Training Specialist, HR 

Education policies and benefits are available for full-time, benefits-eligible employees  

Academic Release and Tuition Support 

Paid class release time, designated tuition waived, certain fees waived.  No limits! 

Staff Education Development Leave  

Paid class release time, full tuition and fees waived. This has an application process, selection by President’s Cabinet, and a service commitment. Available for two consecutive long semesters; four total in TXST lifetime.  

Recording from Staff Development Day session about Employee Education Opportunities available. 

Questions: hr_tdc@txstate.edu 

Item 3: Staff Shout-Outs – Heather Kristoff, Secretary 

Isabel Valdez, Accountant II 

Carida Gonzales, Administrative Assistant II 

Graciela Ruiz, Assistant University Registrar 

Mandy Gil, Coordinator, University Registrar 

Diana Connell, Associate University Registrar 

Manda Anderson, Director of Liberal Arts Advising 

Amparo Castro, Financial Aid & Scholarships Program Specialist 

Ron Dorsey, UPD Officer 

Item 4: Committee Updates for AY 2025-2026

  • Staff Suggestions
    • No updates
  • Marketing, Events, and Fundraising
    • Congratulations again to all parking permit raffle winners. 
    • Next item is planning the staff council retreat. 
  • Council Effectiveness
    • No updates
  • UPPS
    • Several UPPS were reviewed.  Currently discussing a staff recognition proposal in our closed session. 
  • Elections, Scholarships, and Awards
    • Elections for 2026 - 2029 are open!
  • History & Archives
    • No updates
  • Enterprise System Committee -
    • New ERP vendor will be Workday! The current timeline is listed in the email after TSUS Board approval.  Implementation for rollout is slated from January 2027 through 2031.

Item 5: Announcements – Chad Willis, Chair 

Benefits Open Enrollment Dates: June 22 – July 24 

Staff Council will not have an online meeting option in July.  Council will be meeting in-person for our retreat with incoming members. 

New Food Vendor: Aramark – webinar happening today at noon.

Motion to move to closed session: Melissa Herrera. Second: Abigail Miller. Motion carried. 

Closed Session – Staff Council members only

Adjournment – Chad Willis, Chair

Motion: Abigail Miller, Second: Kaycee Baker. Motion carried.