The election for the open seats on the Staff Advisory Committee to the President (SAC) is open through 11:59 p.m. on Monday, May 17, 2021. The below nominees and their statements of interest are on the online ballot.

Academic Schools (School of the Arts; School of Business; School of Education, Health, and Human Performance; School of Humanities and Social Sciences; School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs; School of Sciences and Mathematics; Honors College; or Graduate School) – Any permanent, full-time staff member who occupies a non-instructional position in one of the academic schools can vote for one candidate.

  • Alicia Awdeh, Administrative Coordinator, Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management
  • Syndia Hill, Administrative Assistant, Department of Accounting and Business Law
  • Katie Hiott, Administrative Assistant, Department of Mathematics
  • Shannon Horn, Office Manager/Operations Coordinator, Department of Theatre and Dance
  • Fanio King, Assistant to the Dean/Director of Marketing and Communications, School of Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Claire Long, Program Coordinator/Director of Experiential Learning, Arts Management Program
  • Kristen McMullen, Student Success Center Director, School of Business
  • Marla Robertson, Program Coordinator/CAP Director, M.P.A. Program
  • Carie Spence, Administrative Coordinator, Department of History

Grounds and Custodial Services – Any permanent, full-time staff member from the Grounds Crew or Custodial Services may vote for one candidate.

  • Paul Andrade, Assistant Supervisor, Grounds
  • Steve Robinson, Groundskeeper, Grounds

Public Safety – Any permanent, full-time staff member from Department of Public Safety or Fire and EMS may vote for one candidate.

  • Chrystal C. Grant, Records Coordinator, Department of Public Safety
  • David McDonough, Fire Marshal, Department of Public Safety/Fire and EMS
  • Peter Russell, Sergeant, Department Public Safety

University Marketing and Enrollment Planning – Any permanent, full-time staff member who occupies a non-instructional position in the Division of University Marketing and Enrollment Planning can vote for one candidate.

  • Marissa Bamonte, Digital Media Specialist, Division of University Marketing and Enrollment Planning
  • Rebecca Drewry, Associate Director of Regional Admissions, Office of Admissions
  • Kenyatta C. Grimmage, Associate Director of Admissions, Office of Admissions
  • Mike Ledford, Photographer, Division of University Marketing and Enrollment Planning

At-Large Temporary – Any staff member who occupies a temporary, non-instructional position may vote for one candidate in the temporary staff at-large election.

  • Matthew Creeron, Development Officer, Department of Athletics
  • Leigh McAlpin, Assistant Director of Visitor Services and Volunteer Outreach, Office of Admissions
  • Deborah (Deb) Silver, Hillel Director (Director of Jewish Student Life), Yaschik/Arnold Jewish Studies Program

At-Large Permanent – Organizational candidates will also be considered for one of three at-large seats for permanent employees. Any staff member may vote for three at-large candidates.

  • Paul Andrade, Assistant Supervisor, Grounds
  • Alicia Awdeh, Administrative Coordinator, Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management
  • Marissa Bamonte, Digital Media Specialist, Division of University Marketing and Enrollment Planning
  • Rachael Bradford, CAD/GIS/Graphics Administrator, Office of Facilities Planning
  • Jennifer Bradley, Associate Director of Peer Education, Center for Excellence in Peer Education, Office for the Academic Experience
  • Bill Buckley, Carpenter, Carpentry Shop
  • Franklin Czwazka, Catalog and Curriculum Systems Manager, Office of the Registrar
  • Benjie Davis, Carpenter, Carpenter Shop
  • Rebecca Drewry, Associate Director of Regional Admissions, Office of Admissions
  • Darcy Everett, Climate Manager/Zero Waste Coordinator, Office of Sustainability
  • Cathy Ficzner, Office Manager, Center for Academic Performance and Persistence
  • Victoria Gaunt, Accountant/Fiscal Analyst I, Controller’s Office
  • Chrystal C. Grant, Records Coordinator, Department of Public Safety
  • Kenyatta C. Grimmage, Associate Director of Admissions, Office of Admissions
  • Joy Heinzman, Assistant Director, Department of Residence Life
  • Syndia Hill, Administrative Assistant, Department of Accounting and Business Law
  • Katie Hiott, Administrative Assistant, Department of Mathematics
  • John Holladay, Energy Engineer, Facilities Management
  • Shannon Horn, Office Manager/Operations Coordinator, Department of Theatre and Dance
  • Fanio King, Assistant to the Dean/Director of Marketing and Communications, School of Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Mike Ledford, Photographer, Division of University Marketing and Enrollment Planning
  • Claire Long, Program Coordinator/Director of Experiential Learning, Arts Management Program
  • David McDonough, Fire Marshal, Department of Public Safety/Fire and EMS
  • Bri McKenney, Cashier/Customer Service Representative, Treasurer’s Office
  • Becky McManus, Director of Training and Development, Office of Human Resources
  • Kristen McMullen, Student Success Center Director, School of Business
  • Josh Miller, Plumber, Plumbing Shop
  • Britton Neville, Graduation Coordinator, Office of the Registrar
  • Melissa Ochal, Associate Director, Center for International Education
  • Rick Renzi, QA/QC Contract Enforcement Manager, Office of Procurement and Supply Services
  • Marla Robertson, Program Coordinator/CAP Director, M.P.A. Program
  • Steve Robinson, Groundskeeper, Grounds
  • Peter Russell, Sergeant, Department Public Safety
  • Carie Spence, Administrative Coordinator, Department of History
  • Markus Williams, Interim Electrical Shop Assistant Supervisor, Facilities Management

More information about each candidate and why they want to serve on SAC, is available on the SAC website here.

Any permanent staff member may vote for an at-large candidate. Any staff member who occupies a temporary, non-instructional position can vote in the temporary staff election. Any permanent, full-time staff member who occupies a non-instructional position can vote in the organizational seat election for their respective unit. Employees with the words “president” or “provost” in their titles or who are considered senior administrative officers are not eligible to vote.  

To vote, complete the online Academic Affairs voting form for SAC by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, May 17. If you require assistance to complete the form, or to request an alternative method to vote, please visit SAC representative Dawn Brandt in Randolph Hall, Room 103C, or email sac@cofc.edu.

SAC values the unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences of all College of Charleston staff and aims to provide representation from all areas of the College to support an inclusive workplace that inspires excellence and innovation resulting in a thriving staff community.

Email sac@cofc.edu with questions or for additional information.