August General Meeting Recap & Bylaws Feedback Request

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the August Staff Assembly General Meeting! Here’s a quick recap of what we covered:

Meeting Highlights

• Welcome & Introductions: Britany Goodpaster introduced the 2025–2026 Staff Assembly Executive Committee and reminded everyone about the upcoming Staff Picnic and Difference Makers Awards.
• Strategic Direction: Melissa Beckwith shared updates on Boldly Butler, the university’s new comprehensive campaign, including engagement with over 750 stakeholders and 25+ strategy sessions.
• Fundraising Insights: Jonathan Purvis emphasized how fundraising aligns donor passion with university priorities and addressed questions on staff involvement, brand redesign, and campus initiatives.
• Staff Assembly Updates: Britany explained the new meeting format—now 90 minutes and in-person only.
• Community Engagement: Shout-outs included Bulldogs on Bikes, Cookies with the CIO, Popsicle giveaways, Get Hire Job Fair, and the Duck Drop event.
• Orientation Update: Meg Haggerty reported an incoming class of 1,248 students.
• Attendance: 97 staff members participated.

General Meeting Minutes: August General Meeting Minutes.pdf

Bylaws Feedback Survey

We’re currently reviewing our Staff Assembly bylaws and want your input! No vote was held during this meeting, but your feedback is essential.

👉 Please take a moment to complete the Bylaws Feedback Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/ypPGUDicRL

The proposed bylaws from the Staff Assembly Executive Committee can be found here: Staff Assembly Bylaws Revisions.pdf

You can also share your thoughts via email by emailing Britany Goodpaster. Help us ensure our bylaws reflect the needs and values of our staff community.

Thank you for your continued engagement and support!