Academic Affairs
Staff Senate Members in the Academic Affairs Division
Kim Gillow
I am honored to be nominated for another term as a Staff Senator. For the past 18 years, I have had the pleasure of representing my colleagues in Academic Affairs, and I am looking forward to the next three. During my terms on Senate, I have served on the Scholarship Committee, helping to award much needed scholarship dollars to staff members pursuing their degrees; the Special Events Committee, helping to celebrate and recognize staff through events like the annual Staff Appreciation Picnic, Staff Appreciation Week and the RazorGifts program; the Employee of the Quarter Committee, helping to recognize our amazing co-workers for their hard work; the Awards Committee, helping to recognize part-time employees and teams that put in extra effort every day; the Transit, Parking and Safety Committee, helping to address issues with crosswalk safety and parking situations; and on the By-Laws Committee, working to make Staff Senate more efficient, and most recently as Staff Senate Treasurer.
The common thread for all of these committees is representing YOU and making this campus a better place for all of us. I have been on the U of A campus for nearly 27 years as an undergraduate student, graduate student, and a staff member. This gives me a very unique perspective and an understanding of the many facets of campus life. The U of A is my home. I care deeply about this campus and its staff and consider it an honor to serve. I look forward to continuing to be a voice for all staff and to making this a better place to work for everyone. Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to another term.
Dani McCool
I joined the university in June of 2022 and currently am the Clinical Operations Manager
at the Eleanor Mann School of Nursing. I have worked in education for the last twelve
years in numerous states as a proud Air Force family.
I'm excited to potentially serve on Staff Senate and be a voice for progress while gaining insights into university governance. I would like to be a part of a team that recognizes the importance of staff being heard at all levels of the university. I hope to broaden and expand my service to the Uark community and collaborate with fellow staff members across campus.
Autumn Parker
I am honored to be nominated for another term as a Staff Senator. For the past 18
years, I have had the pleasure of representing my colleagues in Academic Affairs and
I am looking forward to the next three. During my terms on Senate, I have served on
the Scholarship Committee, helping to award much needed scholarship dollars to staff
members pursuing their degrees; the Special Events Committee, helping to celebrate
and recognize staff through events like the annual Staff Appreciation Picnic, Staff
Appreciation Week and the RazorGifts program; the Employee of the Quarter Committee,
helping to recognize our amazing co-workers for their hard work; the Awards Committee,
helping to recognize part-time employees and teams that put in extra effort every
day; the Transit, Parking and Safety Committee, helping to address issues with crosswalk
safety and parking situations; on the By-Laws Committee, working to make Staff Senate
more efficient, and most recently as Staff Senate Treasurer.
The common thread for all of these committees is representing YOU and making this campus a better place for all of us. I have been on the UofA campus for nearly 27 years as an undergraduate student, graduate student, and a staff member. This gives me a very unique perspective and an understanding of the many facets of campus life. The UofA is my home. I care deeply about this campus and its staff and consider it an honor to serve. I look forward to continuing to be a voice for all staff and to making this a better place to work for everyone. Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to another term.
Ben Pollock
This is my third and longest employment at the University, starting eight years ago
in summer 2016 as website manager for the College of Education and Health Professions.
In 2002-03 I was a graduate teaching assistant, and in 2014-15 I was an instructor,
both in Journalism. I am a Fort Smith native.
My committee work has been the best utilization of my interests and skills — Communications and Legislative. My editing, design and writing abilities are put to use on revising and maintaining staffsenate.uark.edu, and I help on our social media strategy. This past winter I played a major role in assembling voter information in the Legislative Committee that then was placed on our website for all staff employees to use. My service in the Staff Senate began a month before the Covid pandemic started, early 2020, and I have more to offer my colleagues across campus.
Ashley Reeves
Ashley Reeves, originally from Bryant, Arkansas, has worked at the University of Arkansas
for 12 years. She spent the first six years in the Undergraduate Admissions Office,
where she served as the Assistant Director of New Student Orientation. Since then,
Ashley has worked in the College of Engineering as the Industrial Engineering Operations
Manager and Executive Assistant to the Department Head. She holds a Bachelor of Arts
in Journalism from Arkansas Tech University and a Master of Education in Higher Education
from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Beyond her professional achievements,
Ashley is a proud wife to John and a devoted mother to Ellis and Remi.
What I like most about serving on the University of Arkansas Staff Senate is the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of our staff and the broader university community. Being part of this dedicated group allows me to collaborate with colleagues from various departments, gaining diverse perspectives and insights. It's incredibly fulfilling to contribute to initiatives that enhance our workplace environment, advocate for staff welfare, and support professional development. The sense of camaraderie and shared purpose within the Staff Senate is truly inspiring, and I am proud to play a role in fostering a positive and inclusive campus culture. Specifically, I serve as the Chair of the Employee of the Quarter/Year program and nothing makes me happier than the privilege of celebrating staff members from across campus!
Lee Shoultz
Thank you for considering my nomination to Staff Senate. I am currently serving on
campus as the Assistant Director of Data Science Undergraduate Programs. I am a two-time
graduate of the University of Arkansas and hold a Masters of Public Administration
with a certificate in public, private and non-profit collaborations, and a Bachelor
of Arts in Political Science. I enjoy being an active alum and continue to participate
in alumni events and opportunities as often as I can. I also am member of the University
of Arkansas Women’s Giving Circle and sit on the membership committee. In my free
time I enjoy reading, attending Razorback sporting events, crafting, and spending
time with my friends and family.
I am passionate about the University of Arkansas, its land-grant mission, and the symbol it represents in our state. Therefore, I would be honored to have the opportunity to be a member of Staff Senate so that I can help continue to advocate for staff across campus, celebrate & recognize the hard work of our peers, and give back to our wonderful campus community.