About Staff Council

Who We Are

• Sponsored by Human Resources in partnership with the Office of Community Concerns and Resolution.
• Comprised of non-union staff members—representing all departments, work modalities (in-person and remote), and branch locations.
• Nine elected members who serve as representatives of their peers across campus.
• Each member serves a two-year term, from September 1 through August 31.

We are not a bargaining unit, a union substitute, or a replacement for Human Resources. We also do not serve as an alternative to the University’s official conflict resolution processes or as an extension of the Office of Community Concerns and Resolution.

Our Purpose and Scope

The Staff Council strives to foster a supportive workplace where non-union staff are valued, heard, and empowered to contribute to Adelphi University’s success.

1. Representation: Represent the interests of non-union staff to University administration and Executive Leadership. Advocate on behalf of staff, share updates on key decisions, and elevate staff voices on committees and task forces.
2. Feedback: Provide a safe and constructive channel for input. Gather feedback, make informed recommendations, and direct concerns to the appropriate offices.
3. Respect and Growth: Foster an environment where every voice is valued, while encouraging opportunities for growth and connection.
4. Community Building: Strengthen community and collaboration across departments, campuses, and work modalities.

How to Join Staff Council

Each year, non-union staff have the opportunity to shape the Staff Council through annual elections, run by Human Resources in partnership with the Office of Community Concerns and Resolution. Staff can nominate a colleague or submit a self-nomination.

Elected members represent their peers across campus and serve a two-year term from September 1 through August 31.