University Staff Advisory Committee
University Staff Advisory Committee Overview
The University Staff Advisory Committee (USAC) has been amplifying staff voices and advising Ohio State leadership since 1986. Through advocacy, collaboration, and open communication, USAC helps shape university decisions, supports professional growth, and fosters a stronger workplace for all staff.
Message from the Chair of the University Staff Advisory Committee
In March, our university experienced a significant leadership transition. On behalf of the University Staff Advisory Committee, I want to share USAC’s perspective as we continue to move forward together.
At our February 25 USAC meeting, members and staff senators had the opportunity to engage directly with Ravi Bellamkonda when he joined us as Executive Vice President and Provost. That shared experience, and our faculty, staff and students’ collective experience over the last 14 months while President Bellamkonda led our academic enterprise, provides important context as he now serves as the 18th President of The Ohio State University.
USAC has confidence in President Bellamkonda’s leadership at this important time and looks forward to working with him in support of Ohio State staff. We remain committed to listening, advocating, and leading with purpose as our university moves ahead.
What is the University Staff Advisory Committee (USAC)?
We are an advisory body to university leadership. Comprised of members from across the university and medical center, our mission is to maintain an active and participatory line of communication with the university community and to provide a forum through which university staff can raise, discuss, and make recommendations to support the university’s mission.
Progress on 2025 Recommendations to Leadership
USAC continues to advance staff‑informed priorities through collaboration with university leadership, Human Resources, and partners throughout the university. Progress includes:
1 Academic Winter Recess
Permanently reinstated and incorporated into the university calendar, with continued advocacy for equitable implementation.
2 Cost-of-Living Adjustments
Ongoing advocacy supported by multi‑year data analysis and sustained leadership engagement.
3 Compensation Equity
Continued focus on salary compression, transparency, and consistency across units.
4 Workplace Resource Navigation
Progress toward more coordinated, accessible tools to help staff connect with support.
5 Career Development
Advancing a more unified and visible approach to professional development opportunities.
USAC remains committed to transparency, accountability, and continued advocacy on issues that matter to Ohio State staff.
Have feedback on our recommendations or initiatives? Reach out. We want to hear from you.
Interested in obtaining a copy of our 2025 Annual Report? Contact us to request it.
Additional Initiatives
Develop a resource navigator tool to serve as a centralized hub for helping staff connect with appropriate support services
Create a unified career development platform that consolidates offerings from Campus Human Resources and Medical Center Human Resources
Expand and prioritize wellness programs to promote a healthier, more resilient university community.