University Staff Advisory Committee Newsletter | June 2023

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USAC presents 2023 recommendations to President's Cabinet.

At the end of the fiscal year USAC compiles a report to share the work that was done within the committee and the work of each of the sub-committees. This report includes the initiatives that were addressed during the year and the recommendations shared with the President's Cabinet. Please take a look at the recommendations made this year.

Read the Annual Report

Meet Our 2023-2024 USAC Executive Committee

Deb Pond

USAC Chair 2023-2024

Director of FAME

College of Medicine

Columbus Campus

Shelby Dawkins

Chair Elect

Outreach Relations Manager

James Center for Cancer Health Equity

Columbus Campus

Kari Fox

Vice Chair-Communications

Brand Strategist

Office of Marketing & Communications

Columbus Campus

Ashley Van Hestren

Vice Chair-Secretary & Treasurer

Upward Bound Program Assistant

Office of Diversity & Inclusion Office

Mansfield Campus

Welcome Amy Raubenolt!

Welcome Amy to USAC. Amy will be joining us to be completing the last year of a colleagues term. We are excited for her to join USAC.

Assistant Director Research Services

College of Arts & Sciences

USAC Meeting Cancelations

There will be no USAC meetings on June 28, 2023 and July 12, 2023. Thank you for those who have joined us throughout the fiscal year and we look forward to seeing more of you this upcoming year.

USAC Staff Spotlight

USAC is proud to recognize Ohio State staff who exemplify what it means to be a Buckeye. USAC is excited to announce A'Lisa Hatfield and Heather Elliott as this month's honorees! Each honoree will receive a $50 gift card, sponsored by OHR. Thank you for all that you do to make a positive impact at Ohio State.

A'Lisa Hatfield

Heather Elliott

Thinking of Retiring Soon?

The Ohio State University Retirees Association is a terrific source for information, entertainment, collegiality, and friendship. An Executive Board and ten standing committees guide activities geared to improve and maintain members’ vibrant physical, mental, and financial health.

Since its founding in 1983, OSURA has enhanced the well-being of its members through educational, cultural, and recreational programs, as well as kept them informed of state and University pension and benefit policies.

Visit OSURA Website

OSU Health Plan Wellness Events

The OSU Health Plan manages the healthcare insurance benefits and services offered to faculty and staff at The Ohio State University. By overseeing the many health and wellness resources available to members and giving them a single point of contact for all of their health plan needs, The OSU Health Plan makes staying healthy a little bit easier. Click the link below to see some of the wellness events available to staff through the OSU Health Plan .

JUNE WELLNESS EVENTS

Join Us!

If you're curious to learn more about USAC and how we operate, our bi-monthly business meetings are open for staff to join as guests. Guests are also encouraged to view our business meeting agendas at the USAC Website.

Next Business Meeting:

Virtual Meeting

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Please note agenda items/topics may change and some information shared during the meetings might not be ready for public dissemination. Guests who plan to attend are encouraged to review updated agendas closer to the business meeting date.

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Shelby Dawkins at dawkins.55@osu.edu. At least two weeks' advance notice will help us to provide seamless access.

For a complete schedule of the 2022-2023 year, reference our calendar here.

TEAMS LINK TO JOIN THE USAC MEETING VIRTUALLY

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