Staff Council
The College of Education and Health Professions Staff Council serves as a voice and a resource for staff across the college. Our purpose is to strengthen the staff experience by fostering connection, supporting professional growth, recognizing outstanding contributions, and creating opportunities for staff to be heard and engaged.
In partnership with the dean and college leadership, the Staff Council provides a meaningful channel for staff to share ideas, raise concerns and contribute to conversations that shape our workplace and campus community. Through collaboration, recognition and professional development, we work to empower staff and foster a culture where every COEHP staff member feels valued, connected and supported.
The Staff Council is composed of seven elected staff members, including a chair and chair-elect, who represent the diverse perspectives and experiences of staff throughout the college. The chief of staff to the dean and the assistant director for constituent relations serve as ex-officio members. Elected members serve staggered two-year terms, with elections held annually among college staff.
2026-27 Representatives
- Chair — Crystal Evans, Counseling, Leadership, and Research Methods
- Carmen Burasco, Human Resources
- Anaid Espinosa, Research and Grant Administration Office
- Yusra Abboud, Communication Disorders and Occupational Therapy
- Leslie Shaw, Boyer Center for Student Services
- Abi Powlowski, Boyer Center for Student Services
- Joanna Evans, Nursing
- Ex-officio — Kay Brusca, Office of the Dean's Office
- Ex-officio — Brittany Packard, Development Office
COEHP staff are invited to sign up to be a connector for the COEHP Connections program. COEHP Connections is a program aimed at building connections among new and seasoned staff members across the college and providing a supportive environment for new staff members as they become acclimated to the college and the university. All new staff members are automatically part of the COEHP Connections Program.
Staff Council Upcoming Events
| Program Title | Time & Date | Location |
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COEHP Chapter Chats: Fall 2026 selection: The Perfection Trap by Thomas Curran |
To be scheduled | To be announced |
| Game Night | " | " |
| Staff Council Town Hall with Pizza | " | " |
| Gingerbread House Decorating | " | " |
WE CARE Strategic Plan
- Nomination form for WE CARE Rounds of Applause
- Have an idea that could strengthen your team, support professional growth, improve operations, or create a better experience for our college community? Explore the opportunity and submit a Grant Opportunity form.
- The WE CARE Strategic Plan: advancing impactful research, engaging in meaningful partnerships, and empowering caring professionals in education and health
Professional Development
- HR Training Calendar
- Foster a caring culture that empowers students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders
- U of A Employee Development Program (EDP)
- LinkedIn Learning, free to UofA employees
- HR Office Career Development
Staff Resources
- HR Office Tuition Benefits
- UA System Assistance Programs
- Fayetteville Public Library cards for nonresident U of A employees
- UA System Flexible Spending Accounts
- Campus Dining Guide
Contact Us
COEHP staff are invited to contact Staff Council , a form where you can submit feedback and share suggestions. We want to hear from you!
Annual Staff Awards
The Staff Council manages the annual Superior Staff Awards where employees nominate outstanding colleagues.
Read about the past winners:
The college's Non-Classified Administrative Council (NCAC) and, for classified employees, Professional Enhancement Program (PEP), were merged into the Staff Council in 2019.