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Discover how the Northwestern University Staff Advisory Council advocates for staff and supports campus community initiatives.
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Recruitment Season is Currently Closed
Applications for the Council are currently closed. Thank you for your interest in representing your colleagues—please check back soon for our next application window.
Election Timeline
We seek representatives from all campuses, schools, and units, exempt and non-exempt, and encourage you to apply. We typically conduct elections on an annual basis, and the number of open positions varies each year. Selected candidates serve a three-year term beginning September 1, and may be eligible to serve a second three-year term.
- March/April
Applications Open
- April/May
Candidate Review and Interviews
- May/June
New Members Selected
- July/August
New Member Orientation