Becoming a Member of USAC

Membership on the University Staff Advisory Council provides an opportunity for staff to learn more about the institution as a whole and to be a part of discussions about how to improve the University of Richmond as both a unique learning environment and workplace for staff. The council responds to staff submissions of concerns and works with relevant campus partners to answer questions from the community.

Open Seats for 2026

New Seats have been filled.  Congratulations to the following staff and welcome to USAC:

  • Ashley Blount: Business Affairs – Facilities
  • Dominique Evans: Business Affairs – Dining
  • Yahneet Morton: Other University Functions
  • Bryan Moyer: Academic Affairs – Other Divisional Staff
  • Liz Prillaman: Business Affairs – Campus Business Services 
  • Olivia Rosenblum: Student Development - Other Divisional Staff

Nominations

Nominations for next year's open seats will be accepted in the spring.

Elections

Check the USAC web page and SpiderBytes for election information in the spring.

What Are the Commitments?

  • Serve a three-year term beginning July 1 of the academic year (or the remainder of the term for open seats).
  • Attend one two-hour meeting per month.
  • Actively serve on one of our committees.
  • Be a brand ambassador of the council around campus through volunteering at events and employee orientations.
  • Represent your co-workers at the council and communicate council news back to staff and colleagues.

How to Become a Member

If a staff member is nominated and accepts their nomination, they will be required to submit a written statement outlining their interest in USAC. Within each division, staff will then vote to select the person they want to send as a representative to the council.