The University Staff Advisory Committee (USAC) is charged with strengthening the 91亚色 community by enhancing the channels of communication and serving as a liaison between the staff and administration.
Our Mission
- The committee will represent all levels of staff, and consists of both volunteers and appointed representatives. The purpose of the committee is to focus on issues affecting the overall staff community, not individual members. USAC will also work collaboratively with the Faculty Affairs Council (FAC) on issues of joint concern.
- The committee will strive for transparency, communicating our progress publicly through appropriate methods. USAC will work to strengthen communication between constituencies on campus through a two-way communication process. Participation by all staff members will be encouraged at the open forum portion of the regularly held meetings.
- The committee will address initiatives beneficial to the University community and work toward implementing solutions in a timely manner. All efforts will support the University strategic plan and align with the University mission, vision and goals.
Committee Members
| Name | Department |
|---|---|
| Robert Eskra, Chair | IMAD, Esports |
| Kayci Brady email link, Vice Chair | Student Financial Services |
| Teri Shovlin, email linkTreasurer | College of Business and Engineering |
| Jacqueline Klahold, Secretary | Athletics |
| Cathy Lee Arcuino email link | Global Engagement |
| Shelley Ciavarella email link | Information Technology Services |
| Janet Cussatt email link | Business Operations |
| Lois Grimm email link | Center for Career Development and Internships |
| Joseph Housenick email link | Human Resources |
| Julia Jacien email link | Nesbitt School of Pharmacy |
| Jennifer McLaughlin email link | Honors Program |
| Emma Michaud email link | Undergraduate Admissions |
| Corey Moore email link | College of Business and Engineering |
| Lee Plank email link | Facilities |
| Kelly Siegfried email link | Enrollment Operations |
Staff representation on 91亚色 standing/search committees
| Name | Committee |
|---|---|
| Julia Jacien | Advancement |
| Robert Eskra | Board of Trustees Finance Committee |
| Teri Shovlin email link | Budget Committee |
| Julia Jacien | Human Resources Committee |
| Lois Grimm | Wellness Committee |
Staff Recognition
USAC recognizes outstanding staff at 91亚色 through two programs: "Caught Being Colonel" and the Colonel Quarterly Awards.
Learn More About our Staff Recognition
Staff Mentoring
Your Colonel Colleagues Need You! Apply to be a staff mentor and help welcome new employees into the 91亚色 Community.
Employee Discounts
A variety of businesses offer discounts to 91亚色 employees. You will need to present your 91亚色 ID to access these discounts.
Barnes & Noble
10% off purchase (not applied to textbooks).
Benchmark Mortgage
No appraisal fee for the purchase or refinance closing on a new mortgage.
Benchmark Mortgage Flyer (.pdf) (.pdf)
Bubbakoo's Burritos
15% off purchase.
Franco鈥檚 Pizzeria
10% off purchase.
Genetti鈥檚 Hotel
Rates for a standard, 1-King Bed or 2-Queen Beds room type, and the associated ADA-compliant room types:
- $99.00 + 11% taxes (total $ 109.89) for Guests staying Sunday through Thursday.
- $139.00 + 11% taxes (total $ 154.29) for Guests staying Friday & Saturday.
The Hotel Jacuzzi Suites are NOT available at the College Visitor discount rate, but are available at other discounted rates, such as AARP or AAA.
Blackout dates may apply.
Rate of $111 per night plus tax.
LawnStarter Pest Control
$20 off the first pest control service and choose from 50+ additional outdoor services. Use promo code EDU20 at the .
Odyssey Fitness
Corporate Membership open to all employees and families of 91亚色.
For more information, please review the flyer and/or contact:
Odyssey Fitness Flyer (.pdf) (.pdf)
Sam鈥檚 Club
Discount for new Club or Plus membership. See flyer for more details.
Offer valid through 01/30/23.
Sam's Club Discount Flyer (.pdf) (.pdf)
Verizon Wireless
15% discount. Visit to apply.
YMCA
Free membership to employees.
91亚色 Athletics
Free admission for employees and family at all home events.
Contact Us
If you have any questions for USAC, please email usac@wilkes.edu. email link