Professional and Scientific Council

The Professional and Scientific Council at Iowa State University acts as an advocate and resource for Professional and Scientific employees. This elected body represents and is accountable to these employees. The council identifies the needs of its members, provides relevant information, and recommends beneficial policies to the university's administration. They define shared governance as a collaborative decision-making process involving the university's administration, faculty, staff, and students. Their unified effort aims to promote the mission and strategic goals of Iowa State University.


Council News and Updates

Writing Your Retirement Paycheck

Mar 12, 2024

Learn more about Writing Your Retirement Paycheck here.

 

Register for the Writing Your Retirement Paycheck Event here.

OMBUDS Training now through Workday Learning

Jan 05, 2024

Learn more about OMBUDS training through Workday Learning here.

Simplified Parliamentary Procedure

Simplified Parliamentary Procedure

Feb 25, 2022 · Sheryl Rippke

This publication explains a set of well proven parliamentary procedures and rules designed to move business along in a meeting while maintaining order and controlling the communications process.  Perfect for a new Councilor!  Available at the Extension Store.

Changes to Spring/Summer Council Meeting Schedule

Feb 02, 2024

Council is exploring changes to the spring and summer meeting schedule. The proposed changes were discussed at the Executive Committee in January and the full council meeting February 1. 

May: Move meeting from May 2 to May 16
June: NO MEETING
July: July 11 (no change)
August: NO MEETING
September: September 5

Council Events

Professional and Scientific Council Seminar Series

Tue, Mar 19, 2024 · 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Exploring Applications and Ethics of Generative AI in Educational and Professional Settings

Generative AI tools like ChatGPT provide intriguing opportunities to enhance learning and productivity. Yet they also raise complex ethical questions. This presentation will explore emerging use cases and issues regarding AI generation technologies.

This is a virtual event.

Registration closes the day before the event.

April Professional and Scientific Council General Meeting

Thu, Apr 11, 2024 · 2:10 pm to 4:00 pm

The April Professional and Scientific Council general meeting is in Room 3580, Memorial Union.