The Tulane Staff Advisory Council
SAC is Back!
The Staff Advisory Council is relaunching with a streamlined and updated structure and focus. We are actively seeking colleagues from across the university who are interested in supporting and sustaining Tulane’s uniquely relational culture as it relates to staff employees. To nominate yourself or a colleague, click here to fill out the nomination form by Friday, May 2, 2025.
SAC Facts
SAC Fact #1:
The Staff Advisory Council is a university-wide body of elected and appointed staff employees.
SAC Fact #2:
The Staff Advisory Council is officially recognized by the university administration as representing the views of staff employees. SAC holds seats on the University Senate and several Senate subcommittees, including Faculty & Staff Benefits and Budget Review.
SAC Fact #3:
Over the years, the Staff Advisory Council has successfully championed a number of initiatives benefiting staff employees, including but not limited to:
- The Tulane Staff Legacy Award
- Milestone Anniversary Celebrations
- Expanded benefits like Short-Term Disability
- Dependent Tuition Waiver Workshops
SAC Fact #4:
SAC representatives have regular opportunities to engage with university senior leadership.
SAC FAQs
Q. What is the time commitment to be a SAC representative?
A. SAC meetings are held approximately once a month and are typically scheduled on Wednesdays from 3:00-4:30 p.m. One meeting per semester is held in person and other meetings are held on Zoom.
Q. Do I need to clock out to attend SAC meetings?
A. No. SAC meetings are considered official university business.
Q. Why should I join SAC?
A. Serving on the Staff Advisory Council offers an opportunity to connect with colleagues from across the university, uplift the voices of staff employees, and potentially take on leadership roles within the campus community.
As a long-time member of the Staff Advisory Council, I’ve found the experience to be incredibly meaningful and a powerful way to ensure staff voices are heard. SAC provides the opportunity to connect with colleagues from across the university who share a passion for positive change and encourages collaboration between departments. I’m proud to be part of this organization and look forward to continuing its legacy of support for all staff members at Tulane."
Security Administrator
Information Technology
Serving as a long-standing representative (downtown) on the Staff Advisory Council has been an amazing journey that has allowed me to champion staff concerns, interests, and needs and help to meaningfully shape our campus culture. As part of this incredible group, I've had the opportunity to bring important issues to leadership, to suggest helpful improvement initiatives, and to see real positive impacts across our university. This experience has not only grown my leadership skills but has also helped build stronger connections with the individuals who make Tulane such a special place. If you're thinking about joining SAC, your voice would be incredibly valuable in making Tulane an even better and stronger community!"
Online Programs Director
Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine
Serving on the Tulane Staff Advisory Council has been an honor. Serving as a representative has allowed me to be a part of discussions that have important implications for the well-being of Tulane staff across the university. I encourage my fellow Tulane staff members to consider serving."
Assistant Director Institutional Review Board Liaison/Operations
Human Research Protection Office
