Kevin Harper

The meeting featured a presentation from the Division of Human Capital regarding their organizational restructuring goals, talent acquisition, and compensation strategies. Additionally, the Office of Institutional Equity provided an update on discrimination claim trends and investigative processes. Senate leadership discussed campus building projects, facilities reorganization, and concerns regarding maximum vacation accrual policies. Updates were provided on upcoming university affairs, including committee activities, benefits expo preparations, and website developments. The senate also reviewed reports from various standing and campus committees, including updates on a Title IX retreat and the search process for the Dean of Veterinary Medicine.

The meeting included a presentation of the budget and treasurer's report, updates from the human capital services department regarding new faculty orientation and required mask training, and reports on campus administration, including the introduction of e-scooters. The president's report covered COVID-19 safety signage, classroom technology upgrades, and departmental budget impacts. Additionally, the senate discussed university-wide initiatives, including book clubs, search committee updates for dean-level positions, and a transition plan for senate vacancies and committee volunteer needs.

The meeting featured a report on salary increases and parking garage bids, with discussions on parking fees and shuttle services. The executive council accepted a resignation, reviewed participation in the Kansas Council of Classified Senates, and addressed the status of the Classified Senate during Landon Lectures. Committees reported on health care coverage, bylaws planning, the recognition ceremony, and the development of a new website to house senator bios and digital newsletters. Additionally, the senate discussed the alternative service system and the All University Campaign, specifically focusing on ideas to support classified employees with raised funds.

The meeting included reports on market adjustments for employees, university parking policies, and campus security issues. Discussions focused on the Classified Employee of the Year awards, reapportionment of Senate representatives, and university initiatives such as K-State 2025 and an alternative service plan. Committees reported on website updates, the upcoming Benefits Fair, and legislative position papers. New business included the approval of a position paper for the CSSC meeting, volunteering for the Campaign for Nonviolence Committee, and the establishment of a committee for joint city/university projects.

The meeting featured a report from Human Resources regarding new employee processing and health care benefits for graduate students. Financial reports for the State, Foundation, and Employee Recognition accounts were reviewed. Discussions included the history of a tuition waiver proposal, collaboration between senate benefits committees, and planning for upcoming benefits fairs and a legislative day. The senate also reviewed recruitment for open positions and discussed potential guest speakers to present on the topics of a living wage and the United Way.