Staff Association

sa-logo-cherryThe UNM-Valencia Staff Association represents dedicated exempt and non-exempt employees from across campus who are committed to upholding professionalism, ethics, and excellence in their work. The Association supports the well-being of students, staff, and the wider community through initiatives such as awards, campus events, charitable drives, and scholarship opportunities.

The Association also serves as a voice for its members, fostering collaboration with campus leadership, encouraging professional growth, and building a strong sense of connection and community among staff.

This page is your central hub for Association news and updates, including volunteer opportunities, upcoming fundraisers and events, recognition programs, professional development resources, and more.

Executive Committee

Executive committee members

Sarah Clawson, President; Paulette Tafoya, Vice President/President-Elect; Amanda Thompson, Secretary/Treasurer; Brittany Padilla, Exempt Representative; and Alana Torres, Non-Exempt Representative.

Staff Recognition July 2025
Congratulations to the recipients of the July 2025 Give Thanks Award: Piotr Filipczak, James LaCour, Meghan Parry, and Anay Solis Rivera.

General Meetings

Meeting agenda will be posted on the website one week before the meeting.

  • Dec. 17, 2025 as part of the Staff Association Professional Development Event
  • April 15, 2026 at 2 p.m. in VAAS 101
  • July 15, 2026 at 2 p.m. in VAAS 101

Executive Committee Meetings

Reach out to us at valenciastaff@unm.edu to attend a meeting or ask us to discuss a topic or issue.

  • Oct. 16, 2025 at 10 a.m.
  • Nov. 20, 2025 at 10 a.m.
  • Dec. 18, 2025 at 10 a.m.