September 2020 Newsletter | Issue 3 |
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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. |
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Join WSA leadership to discuss what's on your mind at any of our September drop-in, Virtual Coffee Talk sessions. Join the Zoom meetings by clicking on the date.
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Gorlok Greats Nomination Period |
The Gorlok Greats Award will recognize staff members whose achievements, whether an individual act or sustained effort of exemplary service, relate to Webster University strategies and support the University's values and mission.
Fall 2020 Nomination Period: August 15 - September 30
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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.
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JCPenney Virtual Suit-Up Event for Students, Faculty and Staff
The Career Planning & Development Center, in collaboration with the Gateway Career Services Association, is excited to partner with JCPenney for a virtual suit-up shopping weekend on Saturday, September 19, and Sunday, September 20. Students, Faculty and Staff will receive an extra 30% off their purchase of career and professional apparel, fashion jewelry, handbags and luggage, during this two-day shopping event online.
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Webster University Libraries and Global Marketing and Communications are partnering to provide everyone in the Webster University community with access to the Chronicle of Higher Education. Community members now have access to the latest articles, past issues, data about higher education, all newsletters (except the Daily Briefing) and more.
Log in with last name and Webster ID number.
Chronicle of Higher Education
- Unlimited access to The Chronicle's content, daily news, and data, anytime and anywhere.
- Special issues such as The Almanac of Higher Education and The Trends Report are included, as well as searchable access to articles and essays dating back to 1989.
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Access to Chronicle.com, whether on or off campus, through IP authentication and domain access. Instructions can be found on this page.
- IP authentication provides seamless access on campus and proxy authentication for those who navigate to Chronicle.com remotely, via the library.
Domain access allows all students, faculty, and staff to create a free account using their webster.edu email addresses, which syncs with the institutionās site license. This account enables full access to Chronicle.com from any device. Additionally, account holders can sign up to receive our free newsletters for the latest news stories and commentary on higher ed.
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