From the Desk of the President

Welcome to the Fayetteville University's Staff Senate website. I am extremely honored to serve as President of the Fayetteville State University Staff Senate for this Sesquicentennial year.  As the Chair of the Staff Senate, I am extremely proud of the work that has been accomplished by the members of the Staff Senate, and campus staff members in the Fayetteville State University. Welcome to the Fayetteville University's Staff Senate website. 

The Staff Senate was established by the Chancellor in 1998 as a representative body which:

  • Advises the Chancellor and his/her designee as requested
  • Considers rules, policies, regulations and procedures affecting SHRA and EHRA (non-teaching) Staff.
  • Encourages communication concerning general employment interests and concerns, current University operations, and University plans or prospects.
  • Makes constructive suggestions for a more efficient and effective University working environment among all employees.

Who do we advise?

  • The Chancellor
  • Senior Administrators
  • Human Resources
  • Administration

Goals this Year:

  • Continue to work closely with Human Resources to offer more staff development opportunities.
  • Improve and maintain Staff Educational Assist through Grants for SHRA and EHRA (non-teaching) employees.
  • Increase staff involvement in community partnerships.
  • Increase staff involvement in collaborations and partnerships with Faculty Senate and Student Government Association.
  • Review the By-Laws and update the policies and/or procedures and make recommendations regarding interest/concerns that affect staff members.
  • Update and maintain Staff Senate Website to improve communication with the staff formally and informally, through various means.
  • Increase the visibility of our Staff Senate by using social media tools, brochures, etc.

When do We Meet?

The Senate meets the third Thursday of every month.  These meetings are designed to keep the staff informed on what is happening on our campus and within the UNC system.  It is an honor and a privilege to serve as the chair for this Staff Senate. Please join us, let's work together and make the difference.

Thank you for visiting our website; hopefully, it has provided you with insight into the working of the Staff Senate and our efforts to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of  Fayetteville State University.

Patricia G. Flanigan

Staff Senate President, 2019-2021

Executive Committee Members
  • Patricia Flanigan, President
  • Arnescia Moody, Vice President
  • Tammiika Frowner, Treasurer
  • Roni Stearns, Secretary 
  • Shenetta Dudley, Corresponding Secretary
  • Linda Saunders, Parliamentarian
  • Velappan Velappan, Coordinator of Web Information
  • Mallonee Clay, Coordinator of Memberships 

Staff Senate Minutes

Newsletter

Staff Senate Grant

The Staff Senate Grant Award principally targets four-year academic programs; however, graduate and certificate/licensing programs are also eligible provided that the training will enhance the applicant's skills and abilities. Recipients are selected by a selection committee.

The grant will be applied to the cost of tuition and/or fees.  Payment will be made directly to the providing institution.  Two grants up to the amount of $250 will be awarded per semester.  The grant award will only be offered to a staff member once each academic year.  

Below you will find links to the Staff Senate Grant Application and Award Criteria:

For additional information, please contact a member of the Grant Award Committee

Chair: Dwayne Hodges ext. 1645

Co-Chair: Keith Townsend ext. 1091

Bylaws

Bylaws (Revised on October 18th, 2018)