The election for the Staff Advisory Committee to the President (SAC) term beginning July 1, 2023 is open. This election season is for the 2023–26 term starting July 1, 2023, but also includes a special election for an at-large seat that will serve from July 1, 2023–June 30, 2025. Eligible voters may vote online through Monday, May 15, 2023.

All full-time and temporary non-instructional staff members are eligible to vote for the At-Large E (special election) and At-Large F seats. All temporary non-instructional staff members are eligible to vote for the Temporary Staff At-Large seat.

All full-time and temporary non-instructional staff members in the following organizational units may vote in the election for their respective organizational unit’s seat:

  • Division of Institutional Advancement
  • Department of Athletics
  • Facilities Management
  • Division of Information Technology
  • Division of Student Affairs

SAC serves as an advisory group to president on issues, policies and practices that affect the university and those served by the committee. The purpose of SAC is to advise the president about staff opinions concerning matters of importance to the staff and institution, to receive the president’s requests for advice and counsel regarding matters relevant to the staff, to increase awareness of the staff’s contributions to the College and to promote the recognition of outstanding staff.

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.

To vote, complete the online ballot by Monday, May 15, 2023. Email sac@cofc.edu with questions or for additional information.