Staff Senate
Staff Senate represents the staff of Tarleton State University in all matters of general interest, including those raised by Senate Representatives, Senate Committees, the President of the University, and through petition by any full-time and part-time staff employee. Staff Senate is the principal means of communication between staff and the University Administration. Staff Senate is empowered to act for and on behalf of the staff and will express the opinion of the staff on all matters laid before the Senate.
Monthly Meetings
All general Staff Senate Meetings are open to any and all full-time and part-time staff. They are held on the fourth Thursday of each month at 10 AM. We encourage everyone to attend either in person (typically in the Dick Smith Library Multipurpose Room) or on Zoom, as your schedule permits. Meetings consist of a vote to approve the previous meeting’s minutes, kudos and updates, reports from committee chairs, and other discussion items.
After the general discussion, presentations are made by individuals or departments from across the university. Topics cover a wide range, from professional development to university projects and strategy.
If you are interested in presenting to the Staff Senate, contact us. We also welcome requests for presentations from outside groups or individuals.
*Please note: Staff Senate Executive Committee Meetings are not open to all staff.
Your Voice Matters!
Staff Senate collaborates with Tarleton’s executive leadership to foster and open dialogue about staff concerns, questions, and opportunities. All submissions should be professional, succinct, and center on potential improvements that impact staff at large. Please be sure your submissions address questions or issues relevant to all staff, rather than personal concerns. Our executive leaders are committed to maintaining an open dialogue with professionalism and respect.
Staff Voice: Your Ideas. Your Concerns. Your Senate
Your voice matters, and we want to hear from you!
Staff Voice is your opportunity to share ideas, suggestions, questions, and concerns with Tarleton State University’s Staff Senate.
Whether you have an idea to improve the staff experience, a concern you’d like addressed, or something worth celebrating, we’re listening!
How It Works:
- Share your feedback anytime using our online form.
- Submit anonymously or provide your contact information if you’d like a follow-up.
- Staff Senate will review feedback and use it to help guide conversations, initiatives, and opportunities for improvement.
Together, we’re moving “From Representation to Relationship” and building a stronger staff community—one voice at a time.