President Edward M. Hundert joined members of the University's Staff Advisory Council (SAC) at their first meeting of the academic year.

The new president conducted an informal question-and-answer session with representatives. Much of the discussion involved the six topics around which Hundert wants to create a vision for the future of the University.

The group also talked in depth about best practices for empowering employees.

In addition, SAC representatives shared with Hundert details of a mentoring program the council is piloting with new employees.

In the SAC Employee Resource Partnering Program, council representatives send a welcome letter to new staff members and follow up with a phone call. The mentors also give new employees a list of important campus phone numbers, resources and amenities.