2019 Election Results
Notice of Election Results (12/5/19) State Universities Civil Service Advisory Committee
Member term of office beginning January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2023
An election to select one representative to the State Universities Civil Service Advisory Committee to the Merit Board was held on Tuesday, December 3, 2019. Three hundred and thirty five Civil Service employees participated in the election.
UIC Human Resources and the Staff Advisory Council would like to congratulate Lori Christopher on being duly elected to serve as a member of the State Universities Civil Service Advisory Committee for one term beginning January 2020 and ending December 2023.
Lori Christopher, Staff Nurse I
Lori Christopher has worked at the University since July 1998, first as a Flex Registered nurse, then in May 2010 accepting a full time Staff Nurse I position. She currently works outpatient in the OCC Neurosciences Center. Prior to becoming a staff nurse, Lori worked both inpatient and outpatient at UIC, working with many departments, which has given her a greater understanding and insight into our University’s mission and their role in the community.
Lori graduated from Purdue University with Phi Theta Kappa honors for her Bachelors in Nursing, and serves on the UI Health’s Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC), Nursing Shared Governance Operations Council and the UICare Team. She is also on the Board of Directors for the Illinois Nurses Association. Lori is also a member of the American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing, having her Certification in Ambulatory Nursing and was recently recognized with the Daisy Award for extraordinary nurses.
Lori has also served the past three years on the Staff Advisory Council, which she feels has prepared her to represent employees on this Civil Service Advisory Committee. Lori hopes to bring her extensive experience to the Civil Service Advisory Committee, representing the Civil Service employees, making sure their concerns are addressed and voices are heard, valuing the civil service employees and their essential role to the campus and hospital operations.
Lori is also active in her community, living with her husband and adult daughters on UIC’s campus, working closely with the Alderman’s office for neighborhood services and improvements. She recently lead a successful campaign with neighbors and Alderman Ervin, working with the City of Chicago’s Historical Division and Landmarks Illinois to get historical distinction for the Claremont Cottages, located in Tri-Taylor on UIC’s campus. These workmen’s cottages were built 10 years after the Chicago Fire and will now be protected for future generations to enjoy.
Questions regarding the election or eligibility can be directed to Susan Balmes in UIC Human Resources at 312.355.5230 or balmes@uic.edu.