A Note from Staff Council President Renee Berteau:

In my note this month, I wanted to share some thoughts and reflections that I and Staff Council have had in recent months. I believe in collaboration and Staff Council is a governance body of dedicated staff volunteers working together and with leaders, departments and other organizations to address the needs of staff. Continue reading . . .

Staff Council Meeting
Staff Council's next meeting is Tuesday, February 3, 2015 from 12:05pm - 1:30pm in the Davis Center, Livak Ballroom. Learn more . . .

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Information from Staff Council:

Staff Nominations Sought for Board of Trustees Committees

Staff Council seeks nominations from non-represented staff to serve on either the Budget, Finance and Investment (BFI) or Educational Policy and Institutional Resources (EPIR) committees of the Board of Trustees. Nominations are due Friday, February 20, 2015. Continue reading . . .

Nominations for Peer Advisors Extended

Nominations for Peer Advisors as part of UVM's Grievance and Mediation Policy - Staff (Non-Represented) have been extended. This is a great opportunity for individuals who wish to help fellow staff members work through challenging situations and gain new understanding of UVM policy. Peer Advisor Nominations are now due by February 6, 2015. Continue reading . . .

President's Day Casino Bus Trip - February 16, 2015

There are still seets available for the President's Day Casino Bus Trip to the Casino de Montreal on Monday, February 16, 2015. UVM Employees and Retirees as well as their guests are welcome to participate. If you're interested, contact the Staff Council Office as Staff.Council@uvm.edu or 656-4493 by February 10, 2015 to reserve your seat on the bus. Continue reading . . .

Discounted Ski Vouchers or Coupons Available

Discounted Ski Vouchers or Coupons are available to UVM employees and retirees in the Staff Council Office. We have discounted day vouchers to Jay Peak and Smuggler's Notch for purchase with cash or check made out to UVM as well as free coupons to Bolton Valley. All vouchers and coupons have no black out dates and are fully transferable. Remember to call the Staff Council Office at 656-4493 before making a special trip over to purchase and/or pick these up for yourself, family, and friends. Continue reading . . .

Tobacco-Free UVM Health Initiative

Learn more about the plans for UVM to go Tobacco Free, share your own thoughts, concerns, and questions, and find resources to help you or a colleague quit. Continue Reading . . .

Human Resource Services News:

• UVM's New Wellness and Employee Assistance Program - Invest EAP

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