What is Secretary?

The word ‘secretary’ originates from the Latin word ‘Secretarious’ - an officer who is
responsible for writing letters, keeping documents in a company.
Secretaries have one of the most important roles as they are expected to resolve any problems in
the office. Secretaries spend their time resolving problems and administrative work. They help
others to complete their jobs as effectively as possible.

Faculty Secretaries have to:

 type correspondence and other documents as needed

 copying materials when needed and/or storing copied materials
 make conference reservations for faculty
 take minutes at faculty meetings and other meetings as requested
 help students in person or on the telephone
 keeps information confidential
 schedule meetings as needed

1. Why are secretaries important?

2. How should a secretary behave?

3. Enumerate your duties:

4. Give advice to other secretaries.