This committee works with the President's office to facilitate the nomination process and review all nominations for the Board of Regents Staff Awards from UMB.

Chair:

Members:

• Gregory Brightbill
• Timothy Casey
• Jillian Iffland
• Susan Holt
• Lei Zhang

The Communications Committee creates and maintains communications for the Staff Senate — our presence and involvement on-campus and opportunities for staff. We work to establish and increase awareness of the Staff Senate's role to speak out for and impact staff-related concerns and issues. The channels we have established include: producing materials with the Staff Senate, tabling at fairs, maintaining a social media presence, and contributing to The Elm and the Common Calendar.

Co-Chairs: Ayamba Ayuk-Brown & Jade Grant

Members:

• Ayamba Ayuk-Brown
• Jade Grant
• Sarah Jackson
• Nancy McDowell
• Mary Phelan
• Shilpa Shah

The Community Outreach Committee contributes to and coordinates events related to improving the welfare of individuals in the local Baltimore community, including fundraising for local charities or volunteer work. We liaise with the UMB Community Engagement Center for events, activities, and important information. Our outreach efforts include collecting school supplies for local schools and toiletries and toys for homeless shelters.

Co-Chairs: Aaron Graham & Taylor DeBoer

Members:

• Edress Brunson
• Taylor DeBoer
• Aaron Graham
• Jill Hamilton
• Kecia Hitch
• Shawnta Privette
• Shereece Singleton

The mission of the Council of University System Staff (CUSS) is to provide a voice for staff and employee concerns in reference to basic decisions that affect the welfare of the University System of Maryland (USM), its constituent institutions, and its employees. CUSS functions in an informed advisory role in administrative areas and in the functional support aspects of academic matters.

Terms begin in August.

Representatives: Timothy Casey, (2021-2023), Susan Holt (2021-2023), Lei Zhang (2021-2023)

Alternates:
Irene Amoros (2021-2022), Ayamba Ayuk-Brown (2021-2022), Shereece Singleton (2021-2022)

The Policy/Legislation Committee oversees the review of Staff Senate bylaws to make sure they are consistent to Robert's Rules of Order and serve the best needs of the Staff Senate as an organization. Responsible for tracking all bills, proposals within the state or federal government that may impact staff of UMB. Serve or liaise with UMB CUSS representatives and align priorities across USM and UMB specifically.

Chair:

Members:

• Maria Drayton
• Aaron Graham
• Lakeisha Wilson
• Priti Wakefield

Address issues that affect staff and their day-to-day life at UMB, such as affordable day care, leave donation, professional development, timekeeping, and staff recognition. Participate in Universitywide committees as representatives of the Staff Senate and all staff. Assess and recommend opportunities for advancement with Campus Climate Survey and others. Plan, execute, and promote Staff Senate activities across campus, including meet-and-greets, network activities, and professional development opportunities.

Chair:

Members:

• Irene Amoros
• Allison Deitz
• Sharese Essien
• Thomas Hockensmith
• Latoya Ludd