Standing and Ad Hoc Committees and Chair Contacts

MAX Facts

The MaxFacts Committee offers information and skill sharing opportunities for staff. MaxFacts sessions cover an array of topics and includes skill and information sharing between Maxwell staff as well as from staff outside of Maxwell, who will present job tips and tricks from within their area of expertise.

Chair: Bethany Walawender – bdwalawend@syr.edu

MAX Pro

MAX Pro, Maxwell's annual professional development day for all staff, usually occurs in May, and is planned and implemented by the MAX Pro Committee.

Chair: Davor Mondom – dmondom@syr.edu

Maxwell Holiday Exchange

The Maxwell Holiday Exchange committee convenes once a year as a fundraising opportunity for local non-profit organizations. The Holiday Exchange typically occurs during the first two weeks of December with planning meetings occurring during the fall semester.

Chair: Sarah McLaughlin – swmclaug@syr.edu

StAR Committee 

The Maxwell Staff Appreciation and Recognition (StAR) Committee was formed to create a mechanism for recognizing the achievements of the Maxwell Staff. There are several categories that the Maxwell community can nominate in, as well as a rolling admission process for one award that is recognized several times throughout the year. Each summer before the semester begins there is a ceremony to recognize all the awardees. Click here for the nomination forms.

Chair: Ashley DiCarlo - aadicarl@syr.edu

Health and Wellness Ad Hoc Committee 

Chair: CURRENTLY SEEKING NEW CHAIR! Please contact the Maxwell Staff Council if interested – msc@syr.edu

Maxwell Volunteer Ad Hoc Committee 

Chair: CURRENTLY SEEKING NEW CHAIR! Please contact the Maxwell Staff Council if interested – msc@syr.edu

Staff as Students Ad Hoc Committee 

The Maxwell Staff as Students ad hoc committee helps encourage staff to take advantage of the incredible opportunities for personal and professional growth available to Syracuse University employees. Benefit from a peer-to-peer supportive environment that promotes continuous learning and development through SU’s academic courses. Whether you're a current student or not, our committee is open to all interested Maxwell staff members. Don't miss out on the chance to network with like-minded colleagues, enhance your skill set or pursue a personal interest.

Chair: CURRENTLY SEEKING NEW CHAIR! Please contact the Maxwell Staff Council if interested – msc@syr.edu