Staff Senate

Staff Senate Mission Statement

Staff Senate advocates for and represents the interests of staff to the administration of Sam Houston State University. As a collective voice, Staff Senate provides staff with opportunities to succeed through networking and development.

To accomplish these objectives, Staff Senate will:

• Act as a liaison between staff and the administration of SHSU regarding interests and concerns of Staff.
• Provide opportunities on campus and within the community for staff to reflect SHSU’s motto of service.
• Provide staff with learning and development opportunities.
• Recognize and promote contributions and accomplishments of staff at SHSU.
• Provide networking opportunities to enhance cooperation and camaraderie amongst staff.

Staff Senate Nominations Are Live!

Please take the time to recognize fellow colleagues (or yourself) who you think will best represent the SHSU staff community in the upcoming 2026-2028 term cycle.

Nomination Form

You may complete this form more than once.

Nominations will be accepted until midnight on April 3rd, 2026

You may contact any of our Nominations & Elections Committee members below for assistance during the nomination period.

• Emily Figueroa
• Michael Bullock
• Bridget Maloney
• Rhonda Owens
• Eric Gomez

Upcoming Events

Staff Senate Hot Topic: Myth vs. Fact

Join SHSU's Title IX Coordinator, Natalie Isaac, as she leads an interactive training for mandatory reporters on myths and facts about Title IX.

This event is in person only. Please register using the link below.

April 8th 2026

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

LSC Room 230

REGISTER HERE

Enjoy light refreshments and the chance to win door prizes.

Registration in Talent Management will close by April 7.