The staff senate convened for a brief meeting Wednesday, Oct. 2, to award outstanding staff members, approve monthly agenda measures and invite guest speakers to update on their departmental happenings. 

Kent Johnson, director of military student services, spoke to the chamber on how the department is supporting veteran students and students from military families through its scholarship programs, mental health services and connections to careers in the military. 

Associate Director of the Counseling Center Karl Laves addressed the senate over Zoom covering issues involving staff mental health and work-life balance at the university. 

Senate Secretary Morgan Moran discussed plans made by Parking and Transportation services to roll out digital parking pass technology beginning with faculty holding FS1 and FS2 passes. 

The staff senate’s next meeting is on Wednesday, Nov. 6.

Staff Photographer Von Smith can be reached at [email protected].