This month’s Staff Council Spotlight features Justin Rauls, chair of Staff Council’s Advocacy Committee. If you’ve ever wondered who helps make the Miner community such a welcoming, connected place, meet Justin Rauls.

Justin is the assistant director of transfer student recruitment and has been part of the Missouri S&T family for nearly five years. His love for connecting with people across campus inspired him to get involved with Staff Council, where he continues building relationships while helping represent and advocate for S&T’s staff.

As chair of the Advocacy Committee, Justin and his team work to ensure staff have opportunities to be heard, supported and celebrated. Their goal is to keep those opportunities growing and evolving so every voice has a place in our Miner community.

Justin’s advice for anyone new to S&T?

“Get out there and explore! Wander through campus buildings, visit different departments, strike up conversations with staff, faculty and students, and don’t be afraid to stop by a table or event you happen to pass. You never know what wonderful things you might discover happening around campus!”

Fun facts that might surprise you about Justin:
• Desk essential: An autographed photo of Morena Baccarin —  “because every desk deserves a little star power!”

• Hidden talent: Justin was a DJ at KMNR back in 2000. And yes, he still has his KMNR ID card, just in case he’s ever called upon to do an artist spotlight.

Justin reminds us that one of the best things about Missouri S&T is the people we meet and the connections we make along the way.

Thank you, Justin, for helping make our Miner community a place where everyone has a voice and a reason to connect.