Engineering Staff Advisory Council (ESAC) has several committees that help to meet needs and your assistance is needed! Expand the list below to learn more about each committee.
We are requesting volunteers to serve and share their knowledge and expertise to further develop the engineering program staff. Please refer to the below committee descriptions. If you would like to volunteer for one or more of the committees, email us at esac@tamu.edu.
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The Staff Appreciation, Recognition and Funding Committee seeks to improve the morale and spirit of the Engineering staff through events as well as provide information and resources for professional development and educational assistance. Learn more about the professional development and educational assistance programs: Chair for Staff Appreciation, Recognition and Funding
Adrianna Olney aolney@tamu.edu
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Mission
Advocating for a positive work culture on behalf of the Engineering Staff members we serve.
Focus
We are committed to using the commonalities between staff members to deepen relationships, facilitate a sense of community within the organization we represent and create opportunities where staff members feel comfortable voicing their thoughts.
How we support ESAC’s mission
We support ESAC’s mission of serving as a connective thread by recognizing that Engineering is composed of people from different backgrounds and life experiences and creating a bridge that helps all Engineering Staff to feel a part of this organization.
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Mission
To provide Engineering staff with ample service opportunities throughout the year and to better the community by contributing either with donations or volunteer work.
Focus
We are committed to developing relationships with area charities to determine ways in which ESAC can be of assistance, developing strategies for implementing outreach activities along with organizing and executing outreach events.
How we support ESAC’s mission
We support ESAC’s mission by providing staff an avenue in which to engage community members, helping to improve the community in which we all live.
Co-Chairs for Service and Outreach
Brianna Cammack bcammack@tamu.edu
Laura Brittain LBrittain@tamu.edu
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Mission
To produce a cohesive and successful staff professional development event for all engineering staff employees.
Focus
We are committed to producing a cohesive event that provides a platform for all engineering staff to enhance their own professional development while also providing an opportunity for staff to socialize outside of their day-to-day working environment.
How we support ESAC’s mission
The Annual Engineering Staff Workshop is an all-day event consisting of a keynote, active learning workshops, informational presentations, an info booth fair, lunch, and activities which provide an enriching, engaging experience that is not only fun, but forms the foundation for continuous improvement. Resources, services, and active learning experiences for staff blend seamlessly with opportunities to socialize and learn about the amazing contributions each of us makes to Texas A&M Engineering.
Additional Information
The Annual Engineering Staff Workshop historically occurs in the May of each year. Details about the 2024 Annual Engineering Staff Workshop will be published by January 2024.
If you have questions about the Annual Engineering Staff Workshop, please contact ESAC by emailing esac@tamu.edu.
Chair for Staff Workshop Committee
Jennifer Feagley jennifer.feagley@tamu.edu
ESAC End-of-Year State of the Council Report 2022-2023 Highlights
Committee Report Highlights (alphabetical order):
- The Advocacy and Culture Committee launched a new Lunch with ESAC event series. The continued goal is to provide a neutral space for staff members to communicate their opinions and concerns to ESAC about their workplace culture and to escalate staff concerns to Engineering Leadership.
- Service and Outreach Committee conducted seven programs/events allowing staff members to give back to the community. The future goal is to provide expanded opportunities in the spring for staff members to engage with the community.
- Staff Appreciation, Recognition and Funding conducted four programs/events to engage with staff members. The future goal is to increase the participation of individuals from a wider variety of Engineering areas/departments.
- Staff Workshop was conducted on May 18, 2023, at the Memorial Student Center. The future goal is to continue developing a workshop that all staff are excited about attending and engaging with fellow staff members.
Survey Results from ESAC Conducted Events
- Taco Event
- 100% of surveyed attendees said they would like to see this event again in the future.
- Scavenger Hunt
- 100% of surveyed attendees said they agreed with the statement, “I was given the opportunity to socialize with people outside of my team/department.”
- Roll n’ Bowl
- 100% of surveyed attendees said they enjoyed being able to get off campus for the event.
- Annual Staff Workshop
- 91% surveyed said that Workshop was Mostly or Very Beneficial
- Lunch with ESAC (Pilot Session)
- 100% said they “felt comfortable enough to express their real thoughts.”
Future Directions
- First, to continue to strengthen ESAC’s marketing and communications efforts with Engineering staff.
- Second, to increase ESAC’s person-to-person interactions and connectivity.
- Third, to improve our connectivity and engagement with locations outside of the main Texas A&M College Station campus, including locations such as Galveston, RELLIS, McAllen, Fort Worth, etc.
If you would like to view the full version of the ESAC End-of-Year State of the Council Report 2022-2023, please email esac@tamu.edu.