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Staff Council

Supporting staff voice, connection, and participation across campus.

About the Staff Council 

Staff Council supports and elevates the voices of staff at Occidental College, recognizing the important role staff play in shaping campus life, culture, and the College’s mission. We foster connection, encourage growth, and help ensure staff perspectives are included in campus dialogue and institutional processes. And check out our social events!

Staff Council Member Listing and Bylaws coming soon

Contact: oxy-staff-council@oxy.edu

Our Focus

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Community

We foster connection and collaboration across all areas of campus. 

 

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Engagement

We encourage meaningful staff participation in campus dialogue, initiatives, and opportunities that strengthen connection across the College.

 

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Representation

We elevate staff voices and ensure diverse perspectives are heard. 

 

Voting for Council Members

Your participation helps ensure staff voice and representation across campus.

How It Works

Election Timeline

  • First week of August:
    nominations open
  • First week of September:
    voting period
  • Last week of September:
    results announced

 

Latest Updates & Upcoming Events

Stay informed about the latest news, announcements and progress from the Staff Council.

Social Events

June 1 and July 1, 2026 (more info to come)

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Morning Coffee Break

Monday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.
Rose Hills Plaza
Get to know more about Staff Council and stop by for coffee, juice. and pastries. Staff are encouraged to come with topics/concerns the council should focus on. Questions are welcomed. Grab a quick bite and be a part of the change on campus.

La Mañana Coffee Break

Lunes, 1 Junio, 9:30 a.m.
Rose Hills Plaza
¡Pasa a tomar un café, jugo y pan dulce! Conoce más sobre la creacion del futuro Consejo del Personal. ¡Sé parte del cambio! Invitamos al personal a presentar preguntas, sugerencias o preocupaciones al consejo. ¡Te esperamos!

Staff Council Elections

August–September, 2026

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FAQs

The Staff Council is a developing representative body intended to support staff voice, connection, and engagement across Occidental College. Through collaboration, communication, and participation, the future council aims to help strengthen opportunities for staff involvement in campus dialogue and community-building.

All eligible staff members are encouraged to participate in Staff Council initiatives, events, and campus conversations. Under the current draft bylaws, staff who work a minimum of 20 hours per week for at least 9 months of the year will be eligible to vote in Staff Council elections.

Eligible staff members may nominate themselves or colleagues to serve on the Staff Council. Nominees would submit a brief biography, headshot, and statement of interest before participating in a campus election process. Elections would include both online and paper ballots, with voting conducted by eligible staff members. Opportunities for staff to meet candidates and learn more about their interest in serving would also be provided prior to voting.

Staff are encouraged to share questions, ideas, and feedback as the future Staff Council framework continues to develop. Feedback may currently be submitted by email at oxy-staff-council@oxy.edu. A staff feedback survey and additional participation opportunities will be added to this page soon.

Still have a question?

We welcome your questions, ideas, and feedback.

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