VASFAA Seeks Nominations for Board Positions

The VASFAA Awards and Nominations Committee is seeking candidates for President Elect, Secretary, Treasurer-Elect, and two Representative-at-Large positions on the VASFAA Executive Board for 2007-08.

You can find detailed information about each of these positions in the VASFAA Policies and Procedures Manual on the VASFAA web site at www.vasfaa.org/docs/toc_about.html.

The committee will present a recommended slate to the VASFAA Board for approval during the Winter Board Meeting, which generally occurs in late January or early February. The approved slate of candidates will be presented to the VASFAA membership prior to the 2007 VASFAA Annual Conference in May, 2007.

Here are some questions and answers about the process:

Q: May I nominate myself?
A: Yes!

Q: May I nominate my colleague?
A: Yes, but the committee requests that you ask the person you wish to nominate if they are willing to run and to serve in the position for which you are nominating them.

Q: May I nominate more than one person?
A: Yes.

Q: I’m interested in becoming more involved with VASFAA, but I’m concerned that I won’t have enough time to work on the Board. How much time is involved?
A: Involvement in VASFAA does require a commitment of time, but it’s time that shouldn’t be any more intrusive than any other volunteer commitment. The Treasurer requires some devotion of time especially during the spring as the annual conference approaches. The Presidency requires a commitment both by the individual and their institution, as there is a not only the VASFAA aspect, but also the SASFAA requirements to participate as a member of their board.

Q: How many times does the Board meet?
A: The Board generally meets five times each year, but this is subject to change based on the business of the association. The typical timeframe for meetings are as follows:

Q: What does each of these positions do?
A: You can find an in-depth description of each Board position, including goals and objectives, in Section Three of the VASFAA Policy and Procedures Manual at www.vasfaa.org/docs/about/pnp/0506PnP.pdf.

Q: How do I nominate someone?
A: Send the name to Brad Barnett, barnetbd@jmu.edu, or any VASFAA Awards and Nominations Committee member. It is requested that all nominations be received no later than January 8, 2007. The committee members are:

Q: How can I promote my candidacy?
A: VASFAA does not permit promotional materials or campaigning. During the annual business meeting each candidate is given the opportunity to address the membership (not to exceed three minutes), and information about the candidates will be published in the VASFAA Voice.

Speaking as someone who is currently serving in his sixth year as a member of the VASFAA Board, I can tell you that being a part of the board has been one of the most fulfilling things I have done as a member of this profession. I invite others to take part in this wonderful experience.

Please consider this a call for nominations and support your professional organization by participating in its governance.

Thanks!
Brad Barnett