Transcription
MEET YOUR SENATORSPaula H. McCapesPublic Relations & Marketing Specialist,Special Event CoordinationVirginia State University Strategic Steering CommitteeSACSOC Steering CommitteeStaff Senate – ChairpersonStaff Senate Events/Fundraising ChairpersonUniversity Council Member/SecretaryArea of RepresentationAcademic AffairsEducationThurgood Marshall College - Pathways Graduate FellowDale Carnegie, Washington, DCAmerican Management Association–Washington, DCSHRM, Human Resource Management CertifiedB.F.A. Virginia Commonwealth UniversityExperienceVirginia State University, 2002 to present, Budget Office, Dean’s Office SLAE,College of AgriculturePrivate Sector - Corporate, International Sales and Marketing – Special Asst.Global VP of Manufacturing, International Power Generation, Exec. Asst. to thePresident of the Americas, International Sales & Mfgr. Special. Asst. to VP ofGlobal OperationsPersonalCreative Consultant, Jewelry & Apparel Designer, Avid Reader, MotorcyclistAccomplishments Measureable impact developing brand andpromotion the College of Agriculture (COA)since 2009, International protocol, Exec. Level event coordination,Creative design of exhibit display, brandingand promotional items Continue to Develop collaborations withCollege of Ag, University, and Corporateentities Co-Developed The Future of You, Imagine,summer program for the COA (Resultedin11 VSU Grads) Advisory Council for Liberal Arts semiannual Int’l Forum, United Nations, StateDept. for seven (7) years. University Strategic Planning Committee 20/20 Plan Committee Member Technology Extraordinary Contribution recognitionsupporting the launch of the first E.d.Dprogram at VSU SACSCOC Reaffirmation team member2007 & 2017
MEET YOUR SENATORSYourdonus JamesDirector of Conference ServicesConference ServicesStaff Senate Vice ChairpersonDerrick JenningsDirector of TechnologyServicesStaff Senate ParliamentarianArea of RepresentationTechnology ServicesArea of RepresentationAdministration andFinanceYourdonus James is the current Director of Conference Services atVirginia State University. After joining the University in 1999, shesaw a great need for a department solely dedicated toconference/venue space for out side clients, thus the creation ofthe Conference Sermembers vices Department in 2001. In thisrole, Mrs. James leads a team of five staff in everyday Universityevents and hosts non-university summer camps, conferences andother events. In May 2017, Yourdonus will receive a Master’sdegree in Project Management, coupled with her degree in HotelRestaurant Management from Virginia State University. She hasworked in different capacities from a Sales & Marketing Manager toa General Manager of the Commonwealth Park Suites Hotel inDowntown Richmond, a five star hotel.Lisa HopsonResidence Coordinator,Residence LifeStaff Senate TreasurerStaff Senate ProcurementCommittee ChairpersonArea of RepresentationStudent Affairs
MEET YOUR SENATORSPatrice RandallGraduate Admissions Director,Graduate AdmissionsStaff Senate SecretaryArea of RepresentationAdministration and FinancePatrice Hutchinson Randall is a ’78 graduate of BusinessAdministration, an ‘05 graduate in the Master’s program inCounselor Education at Virginia State University and hascompleted course in the doctoral studies programs in the Collegeof Education. She has eleven years experience in the graduateadmissions office and is currently the director. Other activitiesinclude international education advisory council, VGRI (VSUgraduate Research Initiative), Staff Senate, and assisting with theundergraduate students of Sigma Gamma Rho Inc. She is anactive member of the Richmond Metro chapter of VSU AlumniAssociationArea of RepresentationStudent Affairs(Vacant)
MEET YOUR SENATORSHaving served two terms as acting Financial Director after theformer financial manager retired and current director on shortterm absence, granted the privilege to provide continuity ofservice. During this service, the department’s operation wasconsistent in effectiveness and efficiency. Responding toassignments directly from the Interim Dean with applying myexpertise I was focused on meeting and succeeding all deadlines.I am honored to serve as a point of reference for the AssociateDean and Dean’s office. In addition to my work at VSU, I serve onthe Supervisor Committee at Virginia State University FederalI joined the VSU family on October 2005 serving as Office Credit Union.Manager with Department of Student Activities. Later, in early2009, I decided to change careers by joining the College of I’m a proud alumni of Virginia State University. In June 2015, IAgriculture (COA), Financial Services Department. Within those earned a Master’s of Business Administration with concentrationseven years with COA, I have been integral in providing sound in Information Systems from Strayer University. In addition, I’mand effective financial decisions for the College. I have gained certified as a Virginia Contracting Associate by theexpertise providing leadership in planning conferences, Commonwealth of Virginia-Virginia Institute of Procurement.workshops, and other outreach programs. With my knowledgeServing as a student organization advisor allows me to guide ourof federal, state and grant regulations I have been fortunate toyoung Trojans and carry out Trojan Pride. As a Staff Senator, I’mplay a crucial role in overseeing budgetary and procurementhoping to imbed the same pride through various departments andactivities for the department. Additionally, my responsibilitiesinclude serving as departmental site administrator for our major colleagues, share valuable information within the Trojan Family,and engage Trojan Staff in activities.partner, (USDA) NIFA’s progress and financial reports.Raymond MossAdministrative Systems Coordinator,College of AgricultureStaff SenatorStaff Senate Budget CommitteeAdvisor for AbstraKt EntertainmentSACSOC Summer Accreditation Xitracsand Document Acquisition TeamArea of RepresentationAcademic Affairs
MEET YOUR SENATORSEmmanuel L. WrightCompensation andBenefits Manger,Human ResourcesStaff SenatorArea of RepresentationOffice of the PresidentServes as the university Compensation/BenefitsManager in the Department of Human ResourceManagement. I have been with the university for10 years and with the State of Virginia for 16years. I have worked in the field of HR in thepublic and private sectors for 22 years.I represent the President’s division on the staffsenate and look forward to working with thisbody to enrich the whole work life of our facultyand staff population for the betterment of ourstudent body.Patricia RainesCollections Supervisor,Student AccountsCo-Advisor for Urban Couture ModelsStaff SenatorStaff Senate Student RelationsCommittee, Co-ChairpersonArea of RepresentationAdministration and FinanceEmployed with the University for six years. I’m an 01’ graduate of VSU.I have a passion for research and implementation to improve processesand services. I am blessed to work with former and current students,their parents and/or relatives, staff members from other departments,faculty and administration to research and resolve various accountissues. I am in the capacity to provide Higher Education financial literacyto our customers as additional assistance with making feasible financialdecisions regarding past or present account balances with theUniversity. My ultimate goal is to assist in a manner that will ensurestudents, past or present, successfully matriculates here or at anothercollege/university.
MEET YOUR SENATORSRegina Barnett-TylerDirector, Students Successand EngagementStaff SenatorDeressa MillerDirector,Institutional ResearchStaff SenatorStaff Senate PolicyCommittee ChairpersonArea of RepresentationStudent AffairsArea of RepresentationOffice of the PresidentKeith SoutherlandLead Helpdesk Technician,Technology ServicesStaff SenatorArea of RepresentationTechnology Services
MEET YOUR SENATORSMalikha ForbesResidence Coordinator,Residence LifeStaff SenatorBefore returning to VSU, Ms. Forbes acted as a CollegePlacement Advisor of the Educational Talent Search Trio Programat Essex County College in New Jersey where she providedguidance and advised individuals on how to fulfill their high schoolrequirements and pursue post-secondary education.Ms. Forbes believes that, “Each one teaches one.” She lives bythis strategy in sharing her knowledge with those whom sheadvises and mentors. Her community based service includesgiving a helping hand to families in need with sponsorship of TheDepartment of Residence Life Annual Toy Drive, ProfessionalMalikha Nicole Forbes is a 2001 Virginia State University Clothing Drives for women in Domestic Violence Shelters andgraduate with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public hosted school supply drives for children who parents areAdministration. She earned her Masters’ Degree in City and incarcerated.Regional Planning with a concentration in Housing andCommunity Development from Rutgers, the State University of Additionally, Ms. Forbes is a member of Alpha Kappa AlphaSorority, Inc., former Board Member to Yeshua’s HouseNew Jersey in 2003.Transitional Home, and previously served on the VSU UniversitySince 2005, Ms. Forbes has continuous and loyal service to the Council and was Advisor to The Betterment of Brothers andDepartment of Residence Life & Housing serving as a former Sisters, Inc., and P.A.N.I.C. 2000. Ms. Forbes is the 2014Housing Coordinator and present Residence Coordinator. She recipient of the Community Outreach Award from the Trojan Girlsutilizes her energy, creativity and enhances academic skills by Rock Program. Malikha enjoys fun activities, festivals, galleries,developing co-curricular educational programming and traveling trying new restaurants, and other events to mingle andnetwork.residence hall building, staff and facility management.Area of RepresentationStudent Affairs
MEET YOUR SENATORSCeleste WynnAdmin. and Office Specialist II,Health, Physical Education and RecreationStaff SenatorArea of RepresentationAcademics AffairsSarah GainesTechnical Support Specialist,Technology ServicesStaff SenatorStaff Senate CommunicationCommittee Co-ChairpersonArea of RepresentationTechnology Services
Staff Senate Committees Communication CommitteeElections and Nominations CommitteePolicyEvents/FundraisingBy-LawsStudent RelationsBudget/ProcurementWebsite/Social MediaStaff Advocacy Programming Fielding and addressing staff concerns to resolution Recognition programming Developing and implementing morale survey Implement morale building events Fostering a climate of inclusion Create a customer service resolution processThe Staff Senate Needs Your Help!Click BelowStaff Volunteer Resource RegisterStaff Senate Comments Portal
Facebook –VSUStaffSenateTwitter -@VSUStaffSenateVSU email address: staffsenate@vsu.eduVirginia State UniversityStaff Senate
partner, (USDA) NIFA'sprogress and financial reports. Having served two terms as acting Financial Director after the former financial manager retired and current director on short term absence, granted the privilege to provide continuity of service. During this service, the department'soperation was consistent in effectiveness and efficiency.
