Are you interested in networking with staff from all campuses and Michigan Medicine and exploring opportunities to enhance our work experience? 

If your answer is "yes," apply to Voices of the Staff!

What is Voices of the Staff? 

Voices of the Staff is U-M’s long-standing employee engagement program for staff from Michigan Medicine and every academic campus. It brings together 130 staff members to help drive workplace improvement for all.

“Voices is a unique program that amplifies staff members’ ability to create, connect, and contribute to improving our workplace,” says Dyan Jenkins-Ali, associate director of Voices of the Staff.  “It’s a doorway for passionate staff to learn more about U-M as a whole, explore new professional skills, and support the mission of U-M in new ways.”

Each year applicants are selected to create a microcosm of the staff community. Joining Voices of the Staff is a two-year commitment of an estimated four hours a month. This includes an extended kickoff meeting in June and regular attendance at monthly virtual or hybrid meetings. To participate, staff members must have at least one year of service, be in good standing and have supervisor support.

"Voices expanded my professional connections and enriched my work experience," says Voices participant Zarinah Aquil, Office of the Provost.

Apply to any of the Six Voices Network Teams 

Applications are now being accepted for the following topic-specific Voices teams:

• Advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Enhance the Employee Experience
• Embrace Change 
• Promote Career Growth
• Facilitate Flexible Work
• Strive for Well-being

Applications are due by March 31!

Learn more and Apply for Voices of the Staff now!