College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Staff Association

What is CALSSA?

The purpose of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Staff Association is to serve as a forum for staff to express their views and communicate issues and information between staff, administration, faculty, and students. We also encourage staff participation in college activities, policies, shared governance, as well as community outreach programs and events.

How do I become a member?

All CALS staff members are strongly encouraged to participate in CALSSA with at least one representative per department. Membership is open to all full-time, part-time, or wage employees in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. For more information on joining, please contact a CALSSA Officer or Representative.

When are meetings held?

CALSSA meets the last Tuesday of every month in the Dean's Conference Room, 104 Hutcheson Hall (unless otherwise posted) from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Zoom is also available for those who cannot attend in-person. All college staff members are invited to attend! Contact your department representative for more information.

Upcoming Events & Announcements

January 14, 2025 - CALS Staff Retirement Benefits Planning Session - 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Zoom
   In this session, every participant will receive an individual sheet showing what they are contributing to retirement, as well as other benefits that they are enrolled in.  There will be a presentation concentrating on how various retirement plans offered work, as well as how to maximize all of the benefits here at VT. 
*Due to the personalized information that will be provided to all attendees, registration is required no later than Monday January 6^th, 2025. REGISTER HERE

January 28, 2025 - Monthly CALSSA Meeting 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
     In Person & Zoom

February 25, 2025 - Monthly CALSSA Meeting 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
     In Person & Zoom

March 25, 2025 - Monthly CALSSA Meeting 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
     In Person & Zoom

April 29, 2025 - Monthly CALSSA Meeting 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
     In Person & Zoom

May 27, 2025 - Monthly CALSSA Meeting 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
     In Person & Zoom

June 24, 2025 - Monthly CALSSA Meeting 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
     In Person & Zoom

July 29, 2025 - Monthly CALSSA Meeting 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
     In Person & Zoom

A Special Thank You to our Departmental Sponsors

_{We appreciate your support and dedication to fostering the growth and success of our staff members.
Your commitment makes a significant impact for our association.}