Staff Advisory Council

This committee oversees the annual SAC elections each spring.

This committee is responsible for the Finest of the Flock awards, Professional Development awards and selecting the Outstanding Staff awards.

This committee reviews new policies and advises SAC on concerns and interests related to personnel policies.

This committee reviews and approves PDP applications throughout the year.

This committee develops and coordinates events across campus which assist in enhancing staff familiarity with the Staff Advisory Council. 

• ADA Advisory
  Faculty Senate
  Grant In Aid
  Institutional Affairs
  Intercollegiate Athletics
  Parking Advisory
  Parking Citations
  Sustainability & Resiliency Council
  Title IX

Monday, March 31, 2025

SAC Nominations Due April 9, Annual Assembly is April 15 

Dear FGCU Staff,

The Staff Advisory Council (SAC) is now accepting nominations for new representatives for the upcoming 2025-27 term (June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2027). The deadline to submit nominations is 5 p.m. April 9.

Please consider nominating yourself or a fellow staff member who would be an excellent advocate for FGCU staff. Shared governance is a cornerstone of our university, and SAC plays a vital role in that mission. We encourage nominations from all divisions across campus.

Click here to submit a nomination or for information on eligibility. Once nominated, candidates will receive an email to accept or decline the nomination. If accepted, nominees will be asked to submit a short bio and photo.

What’s next? After nominations have closed, SAC invites all FGCU staff to attend the annual assembly meeting to participate in the nomination process for 2025-27 SAC representatives.

SAC Annual Assembly Meeting

Tuesday, April 15
10 a.m. to noon
Cohen Student Union Ballroom

At the assembly, you will have the opportunity to:

• Meet current representatives and prospective SAC candidates
• Learn more about SAC’s 2024-25 accomplishments and initiatives
• Enjoy refreshments and connect with colleagues
• Hear candidate introductions (in-person or via video)

Immediately following the assembly, online voting for new representatives will open. Online voting will remain open for 10 business days after the assembly at www.fgcu.edu/sac.

Go Eagles!

Jena Padilla  |  SAC President 2023-25

Staff Advisory Council (SAC) 

fgcu.edu/sac

Florida Gulf Coast University

10501 FGCU Boulevard South, Fort Myers, FL 33965  |  fgcu.edu

P: 239.590.1849  |  E: SAC@fgcu.edu  

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Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Celebrate Outstanding Staff – Submit Nominations By March 28

Dear FGCU Faculty and Staff,

Help us recognize FGCU’s dedicated staff by submitting a nomination for the Outstanding Staff Award! This prestigious award honors staff who go above and beyond in their service to the university and community, and all FGCU employees – our faculty and staff – can nominate.

Winners will be recognized at the Celebration of Excellence on April 23.

Award categories are:

• Administrative & Professional (A&P) Staff
• Support Personnel (SP) Staff
• Other Professional Services (OPS) Staff
• Gabor Staff Champion (Assistant director level and above)

The deadline to submit a nomination has been extended to Friday, March 28. We look forward to recognizing and celebrating the incredible contributions of our FGCU staff!

Go Eagles!

February 24, 2025

Faculty and Staff: Get Involved with SAC this Spring

The Staff Advisory Council (SAC) is committed to advocating for and supporting FGCU staff, and we invite all FGCU employees - our faculty and staff - to connect with us in meaningful ways. Visit the SAC website and follow us on LinkedIn to stay updated on initiatives and opportunities for engagement. 

Here’s a summary of how faculty and staff can get involved with SAC this spring:

• Mark your calendars for Soar into Spring, happening March 3-7 during students’ spring break. This is a week of personal and professional development events designed for FGCU staff and faculty. Click here to view the schedule and register for a session.
• All FGCU employees can nominate an administrative and professional (A&P) or support personnel (SP) colleague for Finest of the Flock, which recognizes staff members who go above and beyond.
• Employees can also celebrate outstanding staff by submitting a nomination for the Outstanding Staff Award, which will be presented at the Celebration of Excellence event on April 23.
• Interested in becoming a SAC representative or know a staff member who would be a great fit for SAC? Email sac@fgcu.edu to self-nominate or recommend an A&P or SP employee to be a SAC representative.
• Staff: Save the date for the SAC Annual Assembly, which is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon on April 15 in the Cohen Student Union Ballroom. This is an opportunity to hear important updates, connect with colleagues and participate in the election kickoff for SAC.

We appreciate all that you do for FGCU and look forward to engaging with you!

Go Eagles!