June/July 2020 Newsletter | Issue 1
Webster Staff Alliance
The Webster Staff Alliance (WSA) affirms that staff are a vital part of the Webster University community. Our purpose is to build an active staff community that engages staff members across departments and campus locations in support of the University mission; to serve in an advisory capacity to University Leadership on the issues and concerns of our diverse constituency; and to support staff professional development opportunities.
Staff Climate Survey
Please take 10-15 minutes to complete the annual Staff Climate Survey. Your participation will be valuable for representing your interests in the coming year. The survey will be open through July 15, 2020.
Service Spotlight
Kimberly Jackson & Vanika Spencer
Professional Development
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Have you explored the course catalog in LinkedIn Learning? If you haven't, it's a great time to access your free subscription to the learning management system and begin exploring opportunities for virtual professional development.

2020-21 Professional Development Funds
The Professional Development Funds Committee will consider applications for professional development opportunities for which attendance adheres to the University's travel restriction policies (online training course, virtual conference, etc.).
Applicants would also need to meet the eligibility requirements as laid out in the Staff Professional Development Funds Policy and Procedures.

Service Spotlight: Outgoing WSA Board Leadership
Kimberly Jackson, 2019-20 WSA Chair
Kimberly Jackson served on the WSA Board for two years, first as Associate Chair, where Kimberly oversaw the WSA Budget, and as Chair during the 2019-20 Academic Year.

Kimberly's primary role at the university is in the College of Arts & Sciences, where she serves as the Director of Operations.

The entire WSA Board thanks Kimberly for her years of service.
Vanika Spencer, 2019-20 WSA Special Events Chair
Vanika Spencer joined the WSA Board in 2018-19, first serving as Associate Special Event's Chair before moving into the Special Event's Chair role in 2019-20.

In her role as Special Event's Chair, Vanika organized and facilitated the Staff Professional Development Day and a series of events intended to boost staff morale.

Thank you, Vanika, for your year's of service on the WSA Board!
Gorlok Gear Friday Policy & 2020 Schedule
The Webster Staff Alliance (WSA), along with Webster University Leadership, is excited to announce “Gorlok Gear Friday” for Webster University staff. The WSA encourages staff at all Webster University locations to join in the Webster spirit by wearing Webster University branded gear or Webster blue/yellow with jeans on the 2nd Friday of every month. Showing Webster spirit through dress allows staff members to outwardly exhibit a commitment and bond to the Webster campus culture and community. 

Spirit wear can include departmental/office shirts, Webster blue/yellow, or other Webster-branded attire paired with jeans. We encourage you to visit the Webster University Bookstore to check out its assortment of Webster attire and take advantage of the daily 10% discount available to staff. 

Fall 2020 Gorlok Gear Friday's: July 10, August 14, September 11, October 9, November 13, December 11

Spring 2021 Gorlok Gear Friday's: January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9, May 14

June/July Quick Reads
Whether you’ve been working for years or are just starting out, you know that having good one-on-one meetings with your boss is crucial for your success.
At best, these meetings can leave both you and your manager feeling productive, energized, and prepared for the week and work ahead. At worst, they can leave you feeling confused, drained, or even hopeless about the path forward. Check out the quick reads below to make one-on-one meetings with your boss productive, engaging and action oriented.
How to Have a Successful One-on-One With Your Boss

Whether you've been working for years or are just starting out, you know that having good one-on-one meetings with your boss is crucial for your success. Here's how to make the most of this time so you both leave feeling productive, motivated,...

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The Value of Having a Meeting Agenda

Use our (free!) meeting agenda template to keep your team on task. After all, when people know what to expect in a meeting and next steps, they're more likely to actually get things done. So having an agenda for every meeting is crucial for your...

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