The Access, Belonging, and Opportunity committee promotes and encourages community connections and opportunities throughout campus to ensure that all NC State staff members feel welcomed, safe, develop a sense of belonging, and feel supported.

Ashley Taylor, Chair

The Communications committee provides effective and meaningful communication to all staff constituents to participate and learn about Staff Senate activities, events and university news; helps publicize Staff Senate and its activities; and promotes staff issues and concerns as opportunities arise.

Erin McCrary, Chair

The Community Service and Engagement committee is to foster a university-wide culture of service and engagement, promoting high-impact, high-quality community partnerships that are mutually beneficial, innovative, collaborative and accessible to the diverse community that NC State Staff Senate serves. The committee provides advice and support to other Staff Senate committees on matters related to the coordination, tracking/documentation, assessment, and recognition of community engagement of participating staff members.

Alexis Steptoe, Chair

The Digital Access Committee supports NC State staff by expanding access to technology and digital resources. Originally focused on loaning laptops to employees with limited access, the committee has evolved into a broader initiative. It now includes guidance on navigating digital tools, connecting staff with training opportunities, and empowering employees to build essential tech skills for their roles and professional growth..

David Bliss, Chair

The Employee Relations and Experience committee addresses concerns and works with university departments to revisit and/or clarify university policies and procedures affecting the NC State staff experience and employment satisfaction, while taking actions to meet the evolving needs of the university employees.

Brooke Bridges, Chair

The External Affairs committee raises the consciousness of university staff as to how they are affected by actions at the state, federal, and international levels.

Stefanie Guarinello, Chair

The Governance/Elections committee reviews proposed changes to the bylaws, preparing recommendations as deemed appropriate; accepts nominations for the Staff Senate elections; creates, disburses, and tallies ballots; and renders the final election results to the elected and Senate body.

Kenneth Ferguson, Chair

The Resources and Environment committee shall be to make recommendations to the Staff Senate regarding the campus environment, air quality, and sustainability issues. The committee shall inform and educate the campus body about sustainability best practices in a way that builds awareness and involvement.

Kedong Da, Chair