The Voice of Penn State Greater Allegheny's Staff
Appointed in December 2024, Greater Allegheny's Staff Advisory Council (GASAC) serves to act in an advisory capacity to the Regional Chancellor and Campus Leadership. Guided by the principles of shared governance, our purpose is to work alongside Campus Leadership and relevant stakeholders to support Greater Allegheny campus staff, the campus, and the University’s overall success.
We act as a liaison, conveying staff insights, lived experiences, and perspectives to the administration while actively seeking and listening to feedback from administrators and staff. As a representative staff body, we work to ensure that all staff voices are heard, empowered, and valued.
Our Role
- Solicit and listen to staff insights and lived experiences
- Convey staff ideas and opinions to Campus Leadership and administration
- Engage in a regular exchange with administration on staff-related issues
- Advise administration on policy matters and concerns, suggesting solutions to challenges and offering constructive input in the formulation of policies
- Inform employees of the progress of strategic Campus and University initiatives
- Perform other duties designed to create and sustain an affirming and supportive operational environment
- Remain responsive to the needs of the campus and its staff
Our Mission and Vision
Mission
GASAC Strives to elevate the role of staff, promote staff general welfare, enhance work environments, increase staff representation in decision-making, and drive improvements that further the campus's ability to accomplish its mission and goals.
Vision
The GASAC vision is to serve as a vital advocacy and consultative body that works alongside Campus Leadership and relevant stakeholders to strengthen Greater Allegheny campus and Penn State’s position as a model employer that supports, values, and recognizes the contributions of all staff.