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Perks
coming to WSU employees
By
Joe Kleinsasser
The
concept is simple. Offer services, tickets, events, merchandise
and opportunities to faculty and staff at a discount as a perk for
being WSU employees.
In
addition, encourage campus participation by attending university
fine arts and athletic events.
"We
want to create and encourage a community and family-oriented atmosphere
for WSU employees," says Anita Kirkpatrick, Office of Employee
Relations and Training.
A new
benefits club will be available to all WSU employees and faculty
beginning in January. The club will plan monthly events especially
for WSU employees and their families.
With
a Shocker card, you automatically are part of the group. As such,
you will be eligible to receive a variety of goods and services.
A second
tier of participation will be offered for employees who choose to
pay a modest $1 fee per pay period. These members will have a separate
membership card for discounts at a variety of businesses.
Currently
local merchants are being contacted to see if they will offer discounts
or other benefits. In addition, some amusement parks and entertainment
opportunities are being explored in Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas.
A committee
of faculty and staff are in the process of organizing the new club.
More details will be announced soon.
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