Committee Assignments

Listed below are various committees within the SAC and on campus that each individual SAC members serve on with the purpose of gathering information and representing concerns from exempt and non-exempt staff.

Generally, committee meetings occur monthly or as determined by each committee chair.

Staff Relations: Data/Retention

Lisa Jensen (Chair)

The Data and Retention Committee reviews staff surveys and other relevant organizational data to identify trends impacting staff. They develop recommendations and strategies aimed at enhancing employee retention in consultation with Human Resources as needed.

Bylaws

Larry Allen (Chair), Lauren Busby, Jay Cornfeld

This committee reads through SAC Bylaws to become familiar with policies and procedures. They draft and propose changes to bylaws as needed.

Staff Relations: Recognition

Jennifer Madsen (Chair), Mary Ann Boles, Mitch Hansen, Kevin Wallace, Joan Gustafson, Jay Cornfeld

This is an outward facing committee to recognize staff via the monthly Wildcat Legends and annual Super Staff Awards.

Communications

Jay  Cornfeld (Chair), Mary Ann Boles

This committee updates and maintains the SAC website and publishes monthly Announcements.

 

Social & Engagement

Tawny Choi (Chair), Jodi Shupp

This committee plans an annual activity organized to foster relationships of all SAC members. The event is usually held in place of a regular SAC meeting in May or June.

Staff Feedback & Support

Joan Gustafson (Chair), Michael Lambert

This committee addresses staff recommendations and suggestions for improvement. They review staff issues, opportunities, and concerns.

Policy

Belinda Garza (Chair)

This committee reviews policies that are moving through the University that apply or have implications on staff at the University. The goal is to review the policies and address any concerns or flaws that are in the policies.

Appointment & Election

Mitch Hansen (Chair), Dugan Brunker, Tawny Choi, Jim White

This committee oversees the SAC election process every year.

Miscellaneous Representation

 

Faculty Senate - Jason Francis

Parking Services - Jim White

 

Additionally, the SAC leadership serves on the following administrative committees, representing the voice of all campus staff employees.
WSU Board of Trustees
President's Council
Medical Benefits Advisory Committee
IT Advisory Council
University Planning Council
Utah Higher Education Staff Association (UHESA)
Professional Development Committee
Digital Fluency Committee

Revised 9-8-26