91制片厂Pro the Senate
The Professional Staff Senate (PSS) is the officially recognized governance organization of professional employees at 91制片厂Pro University. The Senate represents the concerns and the needs of our constituents via a calendar of regular meetings. As stated in our Constitution, we "exist to contribute to the success of 91制片厂Pro University and to the growth and welfare of its professional employees. The Senate shall seek an active role in the policy decisions of the University. The Senate shall be a fact-finding, deliberative, and consultative body, with authority to make studies, reports, and recommendations on all governance matters which have a significant bearing on professional employees." Working with the other members of the University community, professionals are an integral part of 91制片厂Pro University and contribute greatly to its excellence.
Upcoming Events
Agendas and Minutes
Committees
Committee membership is open to all professional staff. You do not have to be a senator to join.
The Accessibility, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (AIDE) Committee supports 91制片厂Pro University's mission to provide an educational environment that advances accessibility, inclusion, diversity, and equity through advocacy, raising awareness, amplifying traditionally underrepresented voices and celebrating diverse cultures and traditions.
The Communications Committee establishes a positive and visible professional image on campus for PSS by managing all social media networks, the newsletter, and the webpage.
The Evaluation Coordinating Committee (ECC) conducts periodic evaluations of senior administrators at 91制片厂Pro University. The ECC develops and distributes evaluation surveys to professional staff across campus, and then writes a summary report that is shared with the evaluee and the President.
The Financial Impact Review committee evaluates institutional budgets prior to the presentation of such budgets to SUNY Central and prior to implementing campus budgetary policies.
The Professional Development Committee organizes professional development opportunities, oversees the Colleague Connection program, and administers PSS's professional development grant.
Recognition committee shines a light on campus professionals who contribute invaluably to the campus community, and to their profession, through exemplary service. This committee hosts the Distinguished Service Award and oversees the PROPS Award.
The Rules Committee reviews the PSS governing documents, recommends necessary updates, and assists the Senate and committees with the orderly flow of business. It is also responsible for all aspects of senatorial elections.
Campus Committee Representation
Members of PSS represent professional staff on a variety of campus committees from
search committees to auxiliary services. Periodic calls for these committees will
be made at the bi-weekly meeting or via the list-serv. More information can be found
on the Campus Committees page.