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Mission
Statement
The purpose of this Staff Assembly shall
be to enhance the functioning of the University
of California, Riverside, by promoting
the interests and welfare of all staff
career employees as allowed by law and,
in cooperation or coordination with the
Office of the Chancellor, to provide support
of the mission of the University of California,
Riverside.
What
is Staff Assembly?
The purpose of UCR Staff Assembly is
to promote the interests and well-being
of career staff employees.We are often
asked to provide a voice for important
issues that affect our workplace and our
lives.
UCR Staff Assembly is a branch of the
Council of University of California Staff
Assemblies (CUCSA), which formed in 1974
to improve communications between UC administration
and staff and among the staff of the individual
campuses.
CUCSA presents the staff's perspectives
and recommendations on management initiatives.
CUCSA has also made presentations to the
Regents on budget issues, student fee
policies, capital programs and domestic partner
benefits. Staff Assembly
does not act as a collective-bargaining
unit.
What does UCR Staff Assembly
do here on campus?
UCR Staff Assembly holds quarterly meetings.
All career staff employees are members
and are invited to attend. You are encouraged
to run for an Executive Board position
or become a member of a standing committee.
Elections are held in the spring and terms
run through the academic year.
The continuing Staff Assembly theme of Building the Future
Together reflects the challenge of
staying involved, informed and connected
as we continue to be one of the fastest
growing campuses in the UC system.
Objectives
- Increase and improve communications
among staff, faculty, and students
- Promote the interests of staff employees
- Provide opportunities for staff to
develop personally and professionally
- Increase funds for staff scholarships
- Provide opportunities for staff to
participate in committees and activities
designed to help the campus reach its
short-term and long-range goals
- Support the work of the Council of
UC Staff Assemblies (CUCSA)
The UCR Staff Assembly frequently represents
staff in important issues of our campus.
Events
and Activities
Social Events Staff Assembly sponsors
many social functions and outings during
the year, including trips to the theatre
in Los Angeles, baseball games, and the
Long Beach Aquarium; a winter holiday party;
and an end of the year barbeque.
Staff Recognition Staff Assembly
recognizes exceptional contributions with
its annual Outstanding Staff and Staff
Who Make a Difference Awards. In addition,
service awards are given to staff with
five or more years of service (given in
five-year increments) at the quarterly
Staff Assembly General Meetings.
Enrichment Scholarship Fundraisers Various fund-raising opportunities provide
funds for Staff Assembly Enrichment Scholarships.
Philanthropic and Community Service
Activities Reaching out to the
community is an important goal of Staff
Assembly. Past activities have included
a coat drive, a food drive, and an Adopt-a-Family
program.
Communications The Staff Assembly
newsletter, Bear Essentials, is published
four times a year. This newsletter provides
information about important events and
activities, as well as more personal glimpses
of some of our staff members. The newsletter
is published at staffassembly.ucr.edu.
What Are
Staff Assembly Enrichment Scholarships?
Staff Assembly Enrichment Scholarships
support activities that enrich the personal
and professional lives of UCR staff. All
career staff employees who have completed
the probation period are eligible to apply.
Scholarships are available in one of three
categories:
Career development, including
certificate programs, career development
conferences, workshops, or courses
Degree attainment expenses
Personal development and growth,
such as self-improvement programs, exercise
classes, and yoga
A call for applications is issued in
the spring .Watch for a Scotmail announcement
for more details and important deadlines
or visit staffassembly.ucr.edu.
What
can you do?
Come to a meeting Staff Assembly
meets quarterly. This is a chance to find
out more about important issues pertaining
to our campus, such as the state budget
and campus morale.
Serve on a committee Having a
diverse voice on our committees helps
us reach our goals of representing all
staff members on many important issues.
Get involved Volunteer for a staff
enrichment scholarship fundraiser or community
event.Your contribution will help Staff
Assembly make a difference.
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