University Staff Advisory Committee

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.

2025 Recommendations to Leadership

1 Reinstate Winter Recess

We would like the University to continue prioritizing employee wellbeing by providing an uninterrupted break and quality time off for families in the form of Winter Recess. This should include an equitable option for essential staff.

2 Establish Cost-of-Living Adjustments

As staff are faced with an inflation rate in Ohio ~7%, we would like the University to establish a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for employees in addition to the existing merit pool. 

3 Address Compensation Concerns

We would like the University to resolve pay compression, internal-external offer disparities, and pay inconsistencies across units.

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.