Executive Committee of the Staff Assembly

Chair

The Chair, with guidance from the Executive Committee supervises and conducts the business of the Staff Assembly. The Chair provides the necessary leadership to assure that the Staff Assembly functions effectively and productively. The Chair shall represent the Staff Assembly to the University administration and serves as an advisor to the President.

Working for the university system wasn’t my first career, but it’s one that continues to teach me and help me grow.

I received a Bachelor of Science in Communications from Appalachian State University, and that has led me down some fun paths. Along the way I had the opportunity to work as a DJ and Traffic Coordinator for a small AM/FM combo station in Watauga County, served as a Rainmaker at Tweetsie Railroad and then decided to pursue a career in theatre. I received a Masters of Arts in Theatre from Louisiana Tech University and went on to serve as Resident Stage Manager and Business Manager for a small professional theatre in Lewisburg, West Virginia- Greenbrier Valley Theatre. Greenbrier Valley Theatre showed me the power of theatre to create and educate. When life changed and I needed to return to Raleigh, I was lucky to transition my BS/theatre(skills) into a new opportunity at NC State University.

NC State gave me the opportunity to continue to learn and grow professionally. I started as a temporary accounting tech and was able to find opportunities to move myself forward in roles as an Accounting Tech, Executive Assistant, Business Services Coordinator, Business Officer and Business Manager. Each opportunity allowed me to see not only the academic, but the business and service center sides of university operations. My time at NC State showed me how HR, Finance, Academics and Advancement work. My career progression showed me firsthand how staff, students, and faculty align for the success of the entire university and system.

Our staff are critical to the success of our campuses and they deserve more, and I know we can do so much more when we all work together. I look forward to collaborating with our delegates, executive committee and staff across the system to actively advocate for a more supportive and empowering system for all.

Past Chair

The Past Chair serves as an advisor to the Executive Committee and will serve as an ex officio, non-voting, member of the Assembly and Executive Committee. The term shall be for one year.

I received my Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic Arts from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and spent the next 20 years in New York and Los Angeles pursuing a career in acting, writing and directing. I was incredibly fortunate to perform improvisation comedy with the Los Angeles Second City Touring Company and the Second City Alumni Players. I originated the role of Natasha Harrington on the popular soap opera One Life to Live and starred in the short movie A Moment of Silence.

I began my second career at UNC Chapel Hill as a Parking Control Officer in 2007.  I then served as the Materials Manager at the UNC Chapel Hill Adams School of Dentistry, and as the Business Officer in the Department of Dental Ecology.  Currently, I serve as the Director of Administration in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science in the UNC Chapel Hill College of Arts and Sciences. 

In December of 2014 I completed my Master’s degree in Public Health at the Gillings School of Global Public Health at UNC Chapel Hill while working in my full-time position. I began my work in Staff Advocacy in 2016 by serving as the Treasurer and then the Chair of the UNC Chapel Hill Employee Forum serving four consecutive years.  During this time, I helped lead the campus through the protests and subsequent removal of the confederate monument, the changing landscape in the state healthcare plan, the resurgence of violence and civil unrest experienced nation-wide, and the biggest global viral pandemic of the century.  It was for my work as the Chair of the Employee Forum helping pass 18 resolutions and serving on campus searches and advisory committees that I received the prestigious 2021 C. Knox Massey Distinguished Service Award for unusual, meritorious, or superior contributions by a University Employee, as well as the 2021 Arnold D. Kaluzny, PhD Distinguished Alumni Award from the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health.

I feel extremely honored to have served as the Vice Chair of the UNC System Staff Assembly previously, co-authoring and helping to pass four resolutions aimed at improving opportunities and compensation for UNC System Staff Employees.  As Chair I am excited to continue to serve the larger UNC System community by helping to continue to keep staff issues in the forefront of conversations with the UNC System Administration, the UNC System Board of Governors and the UNC System President.

Vice Chair

The Vice Chair shall conduct meetings in the absence of the Chair and shall represent the Assembly in the absence of the Chair. The Vice Chair also serves as the Chair of the Campus Chairs Committee.

Timothy Sampson serves as the Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, bringing more than 15 years of experience in the financial aid profession. A proud UNCP alumnus, Tim finds his greatest reward in looking out his office window and seeing the students his department has helped support thriving across campus.

For the past three years, Tim has also served as Chair of the UNCP Staff Senate, where he has led and contributed to a range of impactful initiatives. These include professional development opportunities for mid-level managers, the creation of a staff transition plan policy, advocacy for on-campus childcare, “Sit Down with Staff Senate” engagement events, flexible work scheduling, and partnerships with Facilities to address staff concerns such as parking and workspace improvements.

As Vice Chair of the UNC Staff Assembly, Tim’s goal is to ensure that all voices are heard and to proactively support Chairs who may be facing challenges at their institutions. In his role as Chair of the Chairs Committee, he is committed to providing guidance and fostering collaboration among campus leaders to advance the collective goals of the Assembly.

Tim believes that innovation and adaptability are key to progress. “Just because something has worked in the past doesn’t mean it will continue to work in the future,” he often says a philosophy that guides his leadership approach. As Vice Chair, he looks forward to visiting campuses, meeting with leadership teams, and helping advance the mission and agenda of the Chair and the Assembly.

Deeply committed to the mission of the UNC Staff Assembly and the thousands of staff it represents across the UNC System, Tim is honored to serve and dedicated to moving the Assembly forward together.

Tim resides in Pembroke, North Carolina, with his wife, Troaria, who works with the Public Schools of Robeson County, and their three children Ethan, Zariah, and Kyndall. In recognition of his dedication and service, he was awarded the UNC System’s prestigious Erskine Bowles Staff Service Award.

Secretary 

The Secretary is responsible for the official communication of the Executive Committee, Executive and full-body minutes, announcements, and the business of the UNC Staff Assembly and Executive Committee. The Secretary communicates Executive Committee business to delegates and the University staff through appropriate means.

Brynne Pulver serves as the executive assistant to the vice chancellor for enrollment management at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is the current vice chair of the UNC Greensboro Staff Senate and will assume the chair role for the 2026-2027 academic year. In addition to her roles at UNCG, she is actively involved in the National Association of Presidential Assistants in Higher Education, serving on the board, as the chair of the communications committee, and as a member of the conference planning committee.

Prior to her work at UNCG, Brynne worked as a paralegal and executive assistant at Kara Law Offices in Boston, MA, and served as the director of operations and administration for MassOpera. She is a proud alumna of the UNC System, having earned her bachelor’s degrees in voice performance and music education from Appalachian State University, and is currently pursuing her MBA at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She also holds a master’s degree and a graduate performance diploma from The Boston Conservatory, as well as a paralegal certificate from Boston University. With over twelve years of administrative experience spanning higher education, law, and the arts, Brynne is thrilled to have the opportunity to lend her abilities to the Staff Assembly in the secretary position.

Brynne firmly believes that staff are the heart of our collective universities, and as secretary, she is committed to delivering accurate and timely minutes, streamlining records, and enhancing communications to allow the assembly to effectively serve and advocate for our staff. She is honored to serve on the UNC System Staff Assembly Executive Committee and looks forward to working with the assembly to foster growth and positive change within the UNC System.

Technology Officer

The Technology Officer responsibilities include but are not limited to: web site management, management of internal and external communication channels (i.e. social media, listservs) and elections technical management.

I truly appreciate the forum Staff Assembly has created for staff throughout the system and embrace the ability to serve the body as Technology Officer. I believe, as a body, we have done a great job of leveraging our power as staff to effect change; I cherish being part of this continued work.

Currently, I serve as Associate Controller for UNC Wilmington after working in various capacities at UNC School of the Arts from 2014 to 2025. Over the course of my career with the UNC System, I have worked in advancement, marketing & communications, digital media and various finance roles including accounting, accounts payable, student accounts and payroll. Because of this, I have a deep understanding and appreciation of the administrative intricacies of higher education.

Beyond my time as staff, I am very much a product of the UNC System as a whole. I received a BSBA from UNC Chapel Hill’s Kenan-Flagler Business School, an MFA in Performing Arts Management from UNCSA, an MBA from UNC Pembroke and an MS in Accounting from UNC Greensboro. I also have a certificate in creative and artistic leadership from UNCSA’s Thomas S. Kenan Institute for the Arts.

Parliamentarian

The Parliamentarian advises the chairperson and delegates on all matters of parliamentary procedure according to Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised and ensures that all meetings are conducted according to the bylaws and procedures. The Parliamentarian also serves on the Governance Committee.

Dr. Jameco McKenzie is a higher education leader and scholar-practitioner dedicated to student success, organizational leadership, and staff advocacy. Since 2019, he has served within the UNC System and at NC State University, where he currently directs Multicultural Student Affairs and chairs the NC State Staff Senate, representing more than 7,100 staff members.

Since joining the NC State Staff Senate in 2020 as a Senator for the Division of Academic and Student Affairs, Dr. McKenzie has served as Chair of the Access & Belonging Committee, 2023–24 Parliamentarian, and Chair-Elect. These roles have strengthened his commitment to fairness, collaboration, and transparent governance.

Dr. McKenzie holds a doctorate in Organizational Leadership and a master’s degree in Higher Education–Student Affairs. His background equips him to navigate the complexities of higher education systems while ensuring that staff perspectives are valued in institutional decision-making.

As Parliamentarian of the UNC Staff Assembly, Dr. McKenzie applies his experience with Robert’s Rules of Order to promote fairness, respect, and clarity in proceedings while supporting a unified voice for staff across the UNC System.

Chancellor’s Cup Golf Tournament (CCGT) Co-Chairs

The Co-Chairs of the Chancellor’s Cup Golf Tournament are responsible for the overall management of the annual CCGT, including web site content maintenance, tournament sales, event management and promotion, and volunteer supervision. The CCGT Co-Chairs works closely with the UNC System Staff Assembly Chair and Executive Committee and in cooperation with System Office personnel to present the tournament each year.

Kathryn McMillan is a dynamic higher education administrator, educator, and strategic leader whose work bridges creativity, collaboration, and organizational excellence. With more than twenty years of experience in arts education and academic leadership, Kathryn has established a distinguished record of developing innovative programs, leading institutional initiatives, and fostering inclusive, student-centered communities.

As Assistant Vice Provost for Strategic Operations & Planning, Managing Director of Performance Facilities, and Adjunct Professor at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA), Kathryn provides campuswide leadership and oversees major university initiatives while serving as a key liaison between the Provost’s Office, deans, directors, faculty, and staff. Her leadership promotes cross-divisional communication, process improvement, and the advancement of institutional priorities that align with UNCSA’s mission and vision.

Prior to her current appointment, Kathryn served as Dean of Students and Chief Wellness Officer at AHA International School and Dean of Students at the American Hebrew Academy, where she developed wellness frameworks, student success initiatives, and leadership programs that promoted holistic student growth and global awareness. She also served as Interim Director for High School Life at UNCSA, where she led residential life operations, managed departmental budgets, and helped design the university’s COVID-19 response for student safety and well-being.

Her earlier career as an arts educator, department chair, gallery manager, operations director, program developer, and entrepreneur reflects her lifelong dedication to arts education and creative development, demonstrating broad expertise in program design, cultural leadership, and strategic business growth.  Kathryn holds a Master of Arts in Organizational Management from the University of Arizona Global Campus and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design and Photography from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is also College Board certified in Advanced Placement Studio Art through the Savannah College of Art and Design. 

A passionate advocate for collaboration and community engagement, Kathryn also serves as Chair-Elect of UNCSA’s Staff Assembly, Co-Director of the UNC Chancellor’s Cup Golf Tournament (2026–2027), and Committee Chair for Scout Pack 103. Her leadership blends strategic vision with empathy and innovation, advancing equity, creativity, and institutional growth while empowering others to achieve meaningful personal growth.

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, a Master of Social Work from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, and a Master of Health Administration from Rasmussen University. Currently, I am pursuing a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

For the first 18 years of my career, I worked as a social worker in child welfare and hospice, focusing on providing critical support to vulnerable populations. In 2021, I shifted my professional path to the research field, which led to my relocation to the Raleigh/Durham area in December 2022 for my current role as a Compliance and Finance Manager in Pediatric Research at UNC Chapel Hill.

Since joining UNC, I have actively contributed to the university community through various leadership roles, including serving on the Employee Forum, the Staff Assembly Executive Committee, and the STACC Committee to the Chancellor. Additionally, I am an IRB Member at UNC Chapel Hill and have participated in several other committees. These experiences have not only deepened my connection to the Carolina community but have also enriched my personal and professional growth.

I have been married since 2003, just one week before graduating with my Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. My husband and I have three children: our oldest son is a sophomore at East Carolina University, and we have a son and daughter who are both in high school.

At-Large Delegates

The At-large delegate is required to attend all Executive Committee and Staff Assembly meetings and to stay abreast of all Staff Assembly activities during his/her term. At-large delegates are assigned by Staff Assembly Chair to a standing committee and maybe asked to serve on Ad Hoc committee(s) as required for the duration of their term in office.

Keith Hines is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He also holds degrees from North Carolina Central University, Case Western Reserve University, and Syracuse University, but his heart will always belong to Carolina. He is currently the Marketing Manager for the University Development Office. Keith is originally from Rutherfordton, North Carolina., and has always loved all things Carolina. Keith believes when it comes to advocacy you should “either be all the way in or get out of the way, because life is too short for half measures.” This is the type of passion he wants to bring to his position with the Staff Assembly.

My name is Katie Musgrove, and I work at UNC Chapel Hill School of Law as the Program Manager of the Clinical Programs. I’ve been employed at UNC Chapel Hill for over 11 years now. I’ve been serving on the Employee Forum, UNC Chapel Hill’s staff senate, since 2015, serving as chair of their Community Service Committee during my first three years, then stepping into the Forum’s Vice Chair role for an additional three years before becoming Chair of the Employee Forum from 2021-2025. I am currently serving for one year as our Immediate Past Chair through June 2026. I really enjoyed serving as a delegate of the UNC System Staff Assembly during my time as Chair of the Employee Forum and I’m honored to have been selected as one of the Assembly’s At Large Delegates for the next two years. Our advocacy efforts on behalf of UNC System staff are more important now than ever before and I take that responsibility very seriously. As an advisory body to President Hans and the UNC System Office, I think our body is uniquely capable of supporting staff while maintaining a strong relationship and line of communication with UNC System Office administration. In my time as At Large Delegate of the UNC System Staff Assembly, I hope to work with Staff Assembly Chair Alan Porch and the others on the Executive Committee and Staff Assembly body to work towards the following: 1) making strategic changes to this body like meeting more regularly remotely (similar to Faculty Assembly’s meeting cadence) and better engaging delegates through committee work, 2) providing our voice and feedback regarding potential UNC System Office policy changes prior to their enactment, 3) continued evaluation of our governance, including our bylaws and procedures, and 4) advocacy around improvements to UNC System employee benefits and leave given the continued erosion of the benefits package afforded to North Carolina state employees.

My name is Shagail Reed, and I serve as the Office Manager in the Office of the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at Winston-Salem State University (WSSU). I currently serve as Chair of the WSSU Staff Senate and have been an active member since becoming a permanent employee in February 2015. Prior to this role, I served as Vice Chair for two years, and my Staff Senate journey began as Chair of the Employee Recognition Committee.  This role ignited my passion for boosting morale and celebrating the accomplishments of staff across campus.

I am honored to serve as one of the At-Large Delegates for the UNC System Staff Assembly. As someone deeply committed to advocacy and service, I believe strongly in the power of shared governance and collaboration across all 17 institutions. In this role, I am excited about the opportunity to work alongside my colleagues to advance policies, initiatives, and programs that empower and uplift staff throughout the system.

Before joining WSSU, I dedicated 29 years of service to the Housing Authority of the City of Winston-Salem, where I led the Hospitality and Employee Appreciation Committees. These experiences strengthened my lifelong dedication to creating environments where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired. I’m eager to bring this same passion to the Staff Assembly as a whole.

I earned my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from High Point University. My greatest joy is spending time with my family, especially my 2 year-old grandson, who is the love of my life. Outside of work, I serve on several community committees and ministries at church. My favorite, the Sunshine Ministry (Share, Uplift, Nourish, Share, Help, Inspire, Nurture, Encourage), reflects my personal mission to uplift and empower others.

I plan to serve according to my personal motto:
“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” – Gandhi

Penny, a Greensboro, NC native, has dedicated over 23 years to North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, where she currently serves as an HR Specialist in the Division of Human Resources’ Talent Solutions Unit. With deep expertise in student and temporary employment, eligibility verification, and foreign national employment, she also supports talent recruitment efforts and leads New Hire Orientation for permanent employees. Penny’s commitment to her role and her strong working knowledge make her a valued resource across multiple areas within Human Resources.

Beyond her professional responsibilities, Penny is actively involved in university and community service. She is a longstanding member of the NCAT Staff Senate, where she is a Past Chair and currently chairs the Community Service Committee. Penny also serves on the Faculty and Staff Combined Campaign Executive Committee, proudly leading as “Penny’s Prize Patrol” to encourage faculty and staff giving both to the University and to local agencies. Additionally, she contributes to the February One Executive Committee, serving as a trusted resource and a central point of information for her colleagues.

Penny’s passion for service extends into her personal life as well. She is an avid volunteer with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Greensboro, representing homeowners, and also volunteers at the Child Development Laboratory. A music lover, she performs with In Tune Inc. and Knights of Soul Band, inspiring fellow musicians and supporting the Praise and Worship Team at Elim Christian Fellowship.

As a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Penny treasures her family time, bringing the same warmth and encouragement to her personal life that she shows at work. Committed to positively impacting pay, morale, and retention across the UNC system, Penny is ready to serve the UNC Staff Assembly and campus communities with dedication and vision, recognizing that meaningful change comes from collective effort and a shared commitment to progress.