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2015-2016 CSI Leadership Elections Packet

WELCOME “Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not.” Obviously, the words of the great philosopher Dr. Seuss speak volumes to work done within the Commission for Student Involvement. Our directorate, leadership team, and volunteers are dedicated to making your ACPA experience the best that it can be. Each of these positions is filled with people who see the greater good that the Commission for Student Involvement has to offer. It is time for us to look for new leaders that are willing to put the same amount of time and dedication into these leadership roles. As a Commission, we could not accomplish our purpose “to understand the experiences, characteristics, and behaviors of our students through their engagement in co-curricular programs and the greater community” without our volunteers. Without our colleagues who contribute their time and talents on our Leadership Team, in particular, we could not advance the strategic work of the Commission for Student Involvement. So, thank you for giving your consideration to running for an elected leadership position within the CSI. Below you will find more information to guide you as you consider this professional development opportunity. This includes 1) Our Mission and Core Values, 2) Our Overarching Goals, 3) General Roles & Responsibilities, 4) Leadership Team Structure, 5) Working Position Descriptions, 6) Why Serve on the Leadership Team, 7) Elections Process and Timeline, 8) How to Submit an Application, 9) Contact Information, 10) Orientation & On-Boarding, and 11) Frequently Asked Questions. For more information, click on a heading below:

Our Mission and Core Values Overarching Goals and Strategic Initiatives General Roles and Responsibilities

Leadership Team Structure Working Position Descriptions Why Serve on the Leadership Team

Elections Process and Timeline How to Submit an Application Contact Information Orientation & On-Boarding Frequently Asked Questions

If you have further questions, please contact the CSI Elections Co-Coordinators, Katie Johnston at [email protected] or Jess Shapiro at [email protected]. Also, members of our 2014-2015 CSI Leadership Team welcome your questions about specific positions on our team. For a listing of the current leadership team and their contact information, click here. Again, thank you in advance for considering this leadership opportunity!

~ Katie Johnston and Jess Shapiro, Elections Co-Coordinators

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OUR MISSION & CORE VALUES Our Mission. The focus of the Commission for Student Involvement is students in colleges and universities and their environments. Efforts of the Commission are directed toward a deeper understanding of the students, their characteristics, purposes, attitudes, behavior, mores, campus activities, and community life as a basis for more effective planning of relevant programs for students. A major emphasis of the Commission’s work is on the integration of out of class activities of students on the campus and in the larger community with the formal academic curriculum. The college student’s total educational experience is seen as a potent force for student development. The Commission fulfills its function not only through convention programming, but also through research and ongoing task force efforts aimed at advancing and advocating the development of more visible student organizations and activities programs. Within the Association, the Commission provides an avenue for involvement of anyone working with and/or interested in student activities at post-secondary institutions. Our Core Values. As a Commission for Student Involvement, we hold the following core values as central to our work:

Education and development of the total student

Diversity, multicultural competence, and human dignity

Inclusiveness in and access to association-wide involvement and decision-making

Free and open exchange of ideas in a context of mutual respect

Advancement and dissemination of knowledge relevant to college students and their learning, and the effectiveness of student affairs professionals and their institutions

Continuous professional development and personal growth of student affairs professionals

Outreach and advocacy on issues of concern to students, student affairs professionals, and the higher education community, including affirmative action and other policy issues

OVERARCHING GOALS & STRATEGIC INITIATIVES Overarching Goals. As a Commission for Student Involvement, we have identified four overarching goals that all members of the Commission – including our Leadership Team – work day-to-day to fulfill:

1. Active Learning 2. Education

3. Research 4. Advocacy

Strategic Initiatives. In addition to our Overarching Goals, four key themes emerged from our 2012-2013 CSI Task Force findings, which currently guide the strategic direction and initiatives of the Commission:

1. Increase Access 2. Diversify Offerings

3. Connect to the World Around Us 4. Empower Membership

INCREASE ACCESS calls for us as a Commission to increase and enhance our use of technology, as well as local/regional opportunities, in order to transcend place- and time-bound CSI professional development, taking opportunities to connect to and engage with members directly on a year-round basis. DIVERSIFY OFFERINGS calls for the examination, refinement, and expansion of pedagogies for professional development and topics included in CSI professional development. A strong emphasis should be placed on the intersectional nature of disciplines and functional areas within student involvement. CONNECT TO THE WORLD AROUND US calls for the immediate investment in collaborative partnerships. Emphasis should be placed on working more synchronously across functional areas within the CSI, collaborating with fellow commissions and standing committees within ACPA, and developing meaningful partnerships with external associations. EMPOWER MEMBERSHIP calls for expanded opportunities for non-positional leadership roles within the Commission and enhanced communication between membership and the CSI Leadership Team and Directorate Body.



GENERAL ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES In general, members of the Commission for Student Involvement Leadership Team will be expected to work toward the Mission, Core Values, Overarching Goals, and Strategic Initiatives of the CSI. They will be directed by the Commission Chair and guided by the Directorate Body, to collectively work toward our long-term vision as a Commission, housed within the Association. Moving forward, it is our hope that members of the CSI Leadership Team exhibit greater levels of collaboration across roles and responsibilities, and experience heightened feelings of community as a working team. In addition, we aim to more effectively transition between outgoing and incoming CSI Leadership Teams, to ensure that our work to support and engage our members remains seamless in transition. In working toward these goals, we have developed the following list of expectations, which apply to all members of the CSI Leadership Team regardless of role. General Roles & Responsibilities: All CSI Leadership Team members will be held responsible to the following expectations…

Participate in ongoing orientation and on-boarding as provided by the Commission, beginning in January 2015 until they officially take their elected position in June 2015.

• Fulfill the roles and responsibilities of their elected position throughout their full term – June 2015-June 2016.

• Attend the 2015 ACPA Annual Convention March 5-8, 2015 in Tampa, FL, and to participate in Commission Leadership Meetings on Thursday, March 5th.

• Attend the 2015 Commission for Student Involvement Leadership Advance at a location and date TBD.

• Maintain open and ongoing communication with the Commission Leadership Team. • Participate in conference calls as determined by the Commission Chair and/or Vice-Chair. • Assist with the overall transition process of the incoming Commission Leadership Team.

• Create and disseminate reports on their work in the Commission in the time and manner specified.

• Uphold the ACPA Constitution and Bylaws, and work to fulfill the Mission and Core Values of the Commission. Beyond these general roles and responsibilities, each position on the CSI Leadership Team is unique in its contributions to the overall work of the Commission. Though members of the CSI Leadership Team work collaboratively throughout the year, certain roles and responsibilities do set each position apart. Continue reading for more detailed information.



LEADERSHIP TEAM STRUCTURE

WORKING DESCRIPTIONS

Below are working descriptions for each elected position on the Commission for Student Involvement Leadership Team. We utilize these “descriptions without restrictions” as a guide, not as a script, to provide a framework to incoming elected leaders. They are intentionally open to interpretation and meant to foster innovation, as our priorities as a Commission continuously evolve. Based upon their own experiences, current members of our CSI Leadership Team have also provided more info about:

an estimated time commitment required of their position

skillsets necessary to and/or developed through their position

key responsibilities of their position given current initiatives

a snapshot of a “week in the life” of their position Should you have more specific questions, we also encourage you to reach out to these current leaders individually. Their contact information is listed on our website. Click on a position below to jump to that description.

Vice-Chair for the Commission Vice-Chair for Finance & Development Vice-Chair for Membership Vice-Chair for Programs Vice-Chair for Communications

Vice-Chair for Research Community Service & Service-Learning Chair Fraternity & Sorority Affairs Chair Leadership Education Chair Organizations & Activities Chair


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Vice-Chair for the Commission Working Description: This Vice-Chair will personally, by delegation or group action, take responsibility for the following tasks…

Support the Commission Chair in setting the vision, direction, and infrastructure of the Commission Leadership Team.

Partner with the Commission Chair to provide overall support to the Commission Leadership Team, including: planning and conducting meetings, facilitating communication among members, and providing other support as needed.

Assist the Commission Chair in the completion of their responsibilities.

Maintain open and ongoing communication with the Commission Chair about the work of the Commission.

Provide direct support to the Vice-Chairs of the Commission.

Assist with formal evaluation of the Commission Leadership Team in working to establish an atmosphere of increased accountability and shared feedback processes.

Assist with the overall transition process of the incoming Commission Leadership Team.

In the case of a vacancy in the offices of Chair and Chair-Elect, serve in that role until a Commission election to designate a replacement can be held.

Time Commitment: On average, this position requires 5-8 hours per week. The time commitment is fairly consistent with a potential spike leading up to Convention. Skill Sets Necessary: Relationship/Partnership-building; Volunteer management and supervision; Strategic planning; Time management, facilitation, and effective communication. Key Responsibilities: Assist the Commission Chair; Directly support Vice-Chairs in project plan visioning and implementation. A Week In The Life: “The essence of the Vice Chair experience is communication and information processing/sharing. Supervising a group of six vice chairs (Finance, Personnel, Programs, Publications, Research, Resources & Technology) requires an investment of time and energy in remaining connected to the work of those you support. A typical week may involve having multiple 1:1s with various vice chairs and committing to follow-up assistance related to their ongoing projects. It may also involve a 1:1 with the Commission Chair to share progress in advancing the CSI’s many priorities, as well as to receive information that is helpful in supporting the Vice Chairs.”

~ Mark Torrez, Vice-Chair for the Commission 2014-2015

Vice-Chair for Finance & Development Working Description: This position will personally, by delegation or group action, take responsibility for the following tasks…

Work in coordination with Association to fulfill all financial initiatives related to the Commission.

Develop and coordinate financial review protocol within the Commission.

Serve as a primary contact for all expenditure requests within the Commission. • Create and disseminate quarterly reports to the Commission Leadership Team and Directorate Body, including

outlining budgetary expenses and gains. • Annually, analyze budget and prepare a presentation for the Commission Leadership Team and Directorate

Body. • Oversee fundraising and development initiatives for the Commission, including leading and developing strategic

initiatives to secure the Commission’s long-term fiscal solvency. • Oversee special projects as needed to support the financial stability of the Commission. • Maintain open and ongoing communication with the Commission Vice-Chair and Leadership Team. • Participate in conference calls as determined by the Commission Chair and Leadership Team.



• Assist with the overall transition process of the incoming Vice-Chair for Finance & Development. • Create and disseminate reports on their work in the Commission in the time and manner specified. • Uphold the ACPA Constitution and Bylaws, and work to fulfill the Mission and Core Values of the Commission.

Time Commitment: On average, this position requires 2-3 hours per week. The peak time commitment is during budget allocation season (June-August). Skill Sets Necessary: Systematic and process-oriented; Relationship/Partnership-building; Ability to utilize networks; Ability to think creatively. Key Responsibilities: Budget proposal and allocation processes; Strategic planning for fundraising and development; Mechanisms for financial tracking and updates. A Week In The Life: “This year has been spent building systems and processes for the position. Since this is a new position, there is great opportunity to create new ways of thinking about the Commission’s financial solvency and future options for long-term sustainable funding. This includes creating a budget proposal and allocation plan, reporting mechanisms, and fundraising and development options.”

~ T.W. Cauthen III, Vice-Chair for Finance & Development 2012-2013 Note: This position is currently vacant

Vice-Chair for Membership Working Description: This position will personally, by delegation or group action, take responsibility for the following tasks…

Coordinate year-round Commission membership recruitment efforts, before, during, and after the Annual Convention.

Assist the Commission Chair with welcoming new Commission members, educating new members about the Commission, and engaging new members in the work of the Commission.

Respond to requests from individuals seeking to affiliate with the Commission and develop mechanisms to facilitate their involvement in the work of the Commission.

Coordinate volunteer tracking and recognition for the Commission.

Oversee the nomination and selection process for Commission Awards.

Plan and conduct the Commission Reception at our Annual Convention. Time Commitment: On average, this position requires 2-4 hours per week. The peak time commitment is during Awards Selections (January-February) and Annual Convention (March). Skill sets Necessary: Volunteer management, Timely communication; Ability to advocate for others; Ability to hold others accountable; Resourcefulness; Self-motivation. Key Responsibilities: Membership recruitment and education efforts; Plug Me In Form and Suggestion Box Form; Volunteer tracking and recognition; Commission Awards and Annual Reception. A Week In The Life: “The Vice-Chair of Personnel is responsible for coordinating the volunteer recruitment, selection and training process as well as serving as the point person for our membership. The Vice Chair works collaboratively to support our volunteers and members with the entire leadership team. The typical week includes responding to e-mails from membership, reaching out to individuals indicating their interest in getting involved, forwarding members to the right member of the Leadership Team, and following up with the Leadership Team. The week is also spent working with their own team of volunteers on membership recognition, volunteer support.”

~Sarah Cunningham, Vice-Chair for Personnel 2014-2015



Vice-Chair for Programs Working Description: This position will personally, by delegation or group action, take responsibility for the following tasks…

Serve as a primary contact and point person for Commission-wide programs.

Oversee the coordination and promotion of Commission programs, in partnership with the CSI Leadership Team, including: CSI E-Series Webcasts, CSI Book Club, CSI Meetups/Tweetups, Convention Programs, etc.

Utilize Commission and Association media outlets to communicate regularly about Commission programs.

Oversee the solicitation and selection of Commission Sponsored Programs for the Annual Convention, in coordination with the Association’s Convention Planning Team.

Serve as the Commission’s primary liaison with the Association’s Convention Program Coordinate and Committee.

Works with and delegates to the Coordinator of the E-Series and the Coordinator of the Book Club. Time Commitment: On average, this position requires 2-4 hours per week. The peak time commitment is during Sponsored Program Review (August-October). Skill sets Necessary: Program planning and implementation; Marketing and promotions strategies; Effective and timely communication; Ability to take initiative and lead others; Reliability and flexibility. Key Responsibilities: Selection of Commission Sponsored Programs; Coordination of Commission-wide programming; Promotion of Commission-wide programming. A Week In The Life: “Each week the Vice Chair for Programs is coordinating or overseeing some type of effort for the commission. Whether it be working with a coordinator on a webinar or book club or making sure that we have quality sponsored programs at convention that year, there is always work to be done! It has been such a rich and rewarding experience to know you are making your mark on student involvement through the CSI in a leadership position such as this.”

~ Emily Holmes, Vice-Chair for Programs 2014-2015

Vice-Chair for Communications Working Description: This position will personally, by delegation or group action, take responsibility for the following tasks…

Serve as a catalyst for the meaningful exchange of ideas and resources among Commission members via ePublications.

Facilitate ePublications that address the interests and concerns of Commission members, primarily relevant to: Community Service & Service-Learning, Fraternity and Sorority Affairs, Leadership Education, and Organizations & Activities.

Maintain the Commission listserv for the purpose of sending ePublications.

Manage the publication of the Commission's three ePublications: o The Happenings, distributed a bi-weekly, is an ePublication used for communicating upcoming events,

deadlines, and initiatives of the Commission.

o The Newsletter, distributed monthly, is an ePublication that features longer-form articles of interest to the members of the Commission.

o The Interchange, distributed quarterly in coordination with the Vice-Chair for Research, is an ePublication focused on sharing relevant scholarly research with Commission members.

Provide direct support to the Editors of the three ePublications.

Solicit and select articles from members of the Commission for ePublications.



Develop promotional materials for the Convention primarily for use at the Annual Convention, in coordination with the Vice-Chairs for Personnel and Programs.

Report on the work of the Commission for ACPA Developments (as requested).

Manage content on the Commission for Student Involvement Web site.

Provide coordination of materials in the Commission for Student Involvement Online Management Portal

Provide direction for social media messaging on behalf of the Commission

Coordinate the generation, direction and distribution of graphics for the Commission Time Commitment: On average, this position requires 3-4 hours per week. Peak time commitment is before publication distribution on a regular basis and leading up to the Annual Convention. Skill sets Necessary: Advanced writing and editing; Basic HTML/web development; Desktop publishing; Volunteer management; basic social media knowledge and comfort. Key Responsibilities: Management of the Commission’s three ePublications: Happenings, Newsletter, and Interchange. Coordination of messaging via the web site and social media platforms. A Week In The Life: “I love this position because it’s a way to share all of the great work of the Commission with our members. It’s typical in a week to solicit articles, review and edit them, and bring them all together for one of our publications.”

~ Josh Dean, Vice Chair for Communications 2014-2015

Vice-Chair for Research Working Description: This position will personally, by delegation or group action, take responsibility for the following tasks…

Provide opportunities for engagement in research and assessment through the Commission.

Provide resources on research and assessment to members of the Commission.

Provide content focused on research and assessment for the quarterly ePublication Interchange, in coordination with the Vice-Chair for Publications.

Provide direct support to a committee of volunteers who contribute content to the Interchange.

Oversee the solicitation and selection of Commission Research Awards alongside the Vice-Chair for Personnel

Follow through with past and current Research Award winners to ensure knowledge generated through the awards is disseminated to Commission members

Lead research and assessment efforts initiated through the Commission, with support from the Leadership Team.

Time Commitment: On average, this position requires 2-4 hours per week. Skill sets Necessary: Basic knowledge of research and assessment; Communication and organization skills; Volunteer Management. Key Responsibilities: Contributions to the Interchange; Commission Research Awards; Commission research initiatives.

A Week In The Life: "I have one of two focuses each week - I am either working with a rock star volunteer team to

develop articles and research briefs for the Interchange or developing new research and assessment initiatives for the

Commission to explore."

~Alex Lange, Vice-Chair for Research 2014-2015



Community Service & Service-Learning Chair

Working Description: This position will personally, by delegation or group action, take responsibility for the following tasks…

Serve as a catalyst for the meaningful exchange of ideas and resources among Commission members throughout the year, specifically those interested and involved in the area of Community Service/Service-Learning.

Advance conversations about Community Service/Service-Learning through year-round programs and initiatives, in coordination with the Vice-Chairs for Programs and Research.

Promote the development programs and roundtable discussions relevant to Community Service/Service-Learning at the Annual Convention, in coordination with the Vice-Chair for Programs.

Contribute relevant articles to the Commission’s ePublications, in coordination with the Vice-Chair for Publications.

Share relevant resources with members of the Commission, in coordination with the Vice-Chair for Technology & Resources.

Involve members in the Commission in committee work, in coordination with the Vice-Chair for Personnel.

Provide direct support to a committee of volunteers for Community Service/Service-Learning.

Service as an ambassador for the Commission, to professional associations such as HENCE, Campus Compact, and BreakAway. Stay abreast of their activities, seek opportunities for collaboration, and promote to members.

Serve as a liaison for the Commission, to programs such as the ACPA Symposium on Service-Learning (as needed).

Maintain open and ongoing communication with the Commission Chair and Leadership Team.

Participate in conference calls as determined by the Commission Chair and Leadership Team. • Assist with the overall transition process of the incoming Community Service & Service-Learning Chair. • Create and disseminate reports on their work in the Commission in the time and manner specified. • Uphold the ACPA Constitution and Bylaws, and work to fulfill the Mission and Core Values of the Commission.

Time Commitment: On average, this position requires 8 hours per week. Skill Sets Necessary: Basic knowledge of Community Service/Service-Learning; Organization and communication; Relationship-/Partnership-building; Innovative and independent thinking; Volunteer management. Key Responsibilities: Commission-wide programming (e.g. CSI E-Series, CSI Book Club); Pre-Convention Service Projects; ACPA Service-Learning Symposium. A Week In The Life: "A lot of my focus is spent on not only building what we do as a Commission in the work of service and civic engagement but being able to encourage professionals in similar field to not just maintain their institutional service mission but to exceed beyond their own expectations."

~ Corie Steinke, Community Service & Service-Learning Chair 2014-2015



Fraternity & Sorority Affairs Chair Working Description:

Serve as a catalyst for the meaningful exchange of ideas and resources among Commission members throughout the year, specifically those interested and involved in the area of Fraternity & Sorority Affairs.

Advance conversations about Fraternity & Sorority Affairs through year-round programs and initiatives, in coordination with the Vice-Chairs for Programs and Research.

Promote the development programs and roundtable discussions relevant to Fraternity & Sorority Affairs at the Annual Convention, in coordination with the Vice-Chair for Programs.




Provide direct support to a committee of volunteers for Fraternity & Sorority Affairs.

Service as an ambassador for the Commission, to the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors (AFA), the NASPA Fraternity and Sorority Knowledge Community, the Fraternity Executives Association, and the Association for Fraternal Leadership and Values. Stay abreast of their activities, seek opportunities for collaboration, and promote to members.


Participate in conference calls as determined by the Commission Chair and Leadership Team. • Assist with the overall transition process of the incoming Fraternity & Sorority Affairs Chair. • Create and disseminate reports on their work in the Commission in the time and manner specified. • Uphold the ACPA Constitution and Bylaws, and work to fulfill the Mission and Core Values of the Commission.

Time Commitment: On average, this position requires 2-5 hours per week. Skill Sets Necessary: Basic knowledge of Fraternity & Sorority Affairs; Organization and communication; Relationship-/Partnership-building; Innovative and independent thinking; Volunteer management. Key Responsibilities: Commission-wide programming (e.g. CSI E-Series, Sponsored Programs at ACPA Annual Convention); Contributions to AFA publications and programs; Collaborations with the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors, NASPA Fraternity/Sorority Knowledge Community, and other fraternal organizations and trade associations. A Week In The Life: “With plenty of opportunities and room for growth, there are no two weeks that look the same in this position. It is important to stay current on the initiatives of AFA and the NASPA Fraternity/Sorority Knowledge Community to not duplicate efforts. I would not be able to survive without the help of the Fraternity/Sorority Programs Coordinator volunteer and the support of the CSI Leadership Team. ”

~ Dexter Bush-Scott, Fraternity & Sorority Affairs Chair 2014-2015

Leadership Education Chair Working Description:

Serve as a catalyst for the meaningful exchange of ideas and resources among Commission members throughout the year, specifically those interested and involved in the area of Leadership Education.

Advance conversations about Leadership Education through year-round programs and initiatives, in coordination with the Vice-Chairs for Programs and Research.

Promote the development programs and roundtable discussions relevant to Leadership Education at the Annual Convention, in coordination with the Vice-Chair for Programs.





Involve members in the Commission in committee work and provide direct support to a committee of volunteers for Leadership Education, in coordination with the Vice-Chair for Personnel.

Stay informed of other associations and organizations with a leadership education focus. Stay abreast of their activities, seek opportunities for collaboration, and promote to members.

Serve as a liaison for the Commission to programs such as the Leadership Educators Institute.

Collaborate with other CSI functional area chairs on cross-functional programs and initiatives. Time Commitment: On average, this position requires 2-5 hours per week. It also requires involvement in professional development programs that at times involve travel and weekends. Skill sets Necessary: Basic knowledge of Leadership Education in Higher Education; Organization and communication skills; Relationship-/Partnership-building; Innovative and independent thinking; Volunteer management. Key Responsibilities: Commission-wide programming (e.g. CSI E-Series, CSI Book Club); Involvement in professional development program planning such as Leadership Educators Institute; Attendance at other programs such as the National Leadership Symposium as appropriate. A Week In The Life: “A week in the life of the Leadership Education Chair typically centers on email and phone conference communication. I spend time learning about professional development opportunities within and outside of ACPA related to leadership education, presenting at those programs, and connecting commission members to those opportunities. I also continue to develop new opportunities and programs as appropriate. Writing for CSI publications, soliciting and preparing hosts for eSeries webinars, and working on projects with my committee members are also major parts of this role. Overall, I strive to connect our members to the latest in leadership education and help them understand how to apply that research and scholarship to everyday practice.”

~ Melissa Rocco, Leadership Education Chair 2014-2015

Organizations & Activities Chair Working Description:

Serve as a catalyst for the meaningful exchange of ideas and resources among Commission members throughout the year, specifically those interested and involved in the area of Organizations & Activities.

Advance conversations about Organizations & Activities through year-round programs and initiatives, in coordination with the Vice-Chairs for Programs and Research.

Promote the development programs and roundtable discussions relevant to Organizations & Activities at the Annual Convention, in coordination with the Vice-Chair for Programs.




Provide direct support to a committee of volunteers for Organizations & Activities.

Service as an ambassador for the Commission, to professional associations such as NACA. Stay abreast of their activities, seek opportunities for collaboration, and promote to members.


Participate in conference calls as determined by the Commission Chair and Leadership Team. • Assist with the overall transition process of the incoming Organizations & Activities Chair. • Create and disseminate reports on their work in the Commission in the time and manner specified. • Uphold the ACPA Constitution and Bylaws, and work to fulfill the Mission and Core Values of the Commission.

Time Commitment: On average, this position requires 3 hours per week.



Skill Sets Necessary: Basic knowledge of Organizations & Activities; Organization and communication; Relationship-/Partnership-building; Innovative and independent thinking; Volunteer management. Key Responsibilities: Commission-wide programming (e.g. CSI E-Series, CSI Book Club); Resource Development (e.g. Advisors Manual); Networking with partner organizations (e.g. NACA) A Week In The Life: “A week in the life of the Organizations & Activities Chair is staying up on emails from commission members and committee members. It’s important to make contact with both groups to keep the information flowing.”

~Derek Bundy, Organizations & Activities Chair 2014-2015

Why Serve on the Leadership Team It is an exciting time within the Commission, which has served as a home for student affairs practitioners and scholars of student involvement for over 50 years. In 2011, to mark our 50th Anniversary as a Commission, we launched a CSI Task Force to assess the needs of our membership and review how successfully the CSI has met those needs. From the findings released in 2012, four themes emerged that have guided our 2014-2015 CSI Leadership Team this year: 1) Increase Access, 2) Diversify Offerings, 3) Connect to Others, and 4) Empower Membership. Serving on the CSI Leadership Team is a wonderful way for current members to lead initiatives that were developed in response to these themes in 2013-2014. It is also a great opportunity for current members to amplify their involvement in the Commission by serving in a leadership role. Though leadership positions differ, each supports initiatives of the Commission through day-to-day programming and/or operational roles. And, each position gives the opportunity to interact with committee volunteers from a variety of institutions across the country and world. In sum, serving in an elected position for the Commission is a wonderful opportunity to develop professionally, while working toward the CSI’s mission to support colleagues in the area of Student Involvement. “My time spent serving the Commission has undoubtedly been the most formative period in my professional career. Through various leadership roles, I have been challenged to develop my professional competencies, and throughout my experience I have been supported by incredible new colleagues and friends. We in student affairs often say that our students’ involvement in out-of-class experiences bring their in-class experiences to life. Just the same, I can truly say that my involvement in the Commission has brought my work experiences to life. In fact, I recently shared with our Chair that I have gained as much or more from this volunteer experience than from any paid experience to date.” ~ Sarah Hermsmeier, Chair for the Commission "Being a part of the CSI Leadership Team has provided me the opportunity to work with and learn from absolutely

extraordinary professionals from around the country who are equally dedicated to advancing this field. Without a

doubt, my service with the Commission has been of transformative for me, helping me to advance critical skill sets like

supervision, assessment, strategic planning, program development, and financial stewardship."

~ Mark Anthony Torrez, Vice Chair for the Commission

“Serving as the Vice-Chair for Programs in CSI this year has been an incredibly rewarding experience. It has been such

a rich experience to know you are making your mark on student involvement through the CSI in a leadership position

such as this and I have found so many ways it has helped me in the day-to-day work I do with my students as well. I

highly recommend the opportunity to get more involved in ACPA through the CSI Leadership Team to anyone and

everyone looking to find their fit!” ~ Emily Holmes, Vice Chair for Programs



Elections Process and Timeline What follows is more detailed information about our elections process and timeline, for your reference as you consider your involvement in our elections process. As a member of the Commission for Student Involvement, we strongly encourage you to participate in this process – whether you nominate a colleague, apply for an elected position, or simply vote in our elections. Please pay special attention to the open and close dates of our CSI Leadership team applications and elections. We will make every effort to maintain this timeline, but dates and times are subject to change. Information about elections will be communicated regularly via CSI ePublications, the CSI Listserv, and the CSI Website, in addition to Facebook and Twitter.

Date/Time Deadline/Meeting/Event

Monday, Oct. 6 @ 12pm EST CSI Leadership Applications Open

Friday, Oct. 24 @ 11:59pm EST CSI Leadership Applications Close

November 3-7, 2014 CSI Outreach to Leadership Candidates

Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2014 CSI Leadership Elections Open (via ACPA)

Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 CSI Leadership Elections Close (via ACPA)

January 5-9, 2015 CSI Calls to Inform/Notify New Leadership

January- March 2015 CSI Leadership Orientation

TBD CSI New Leadership Webinar

March – May 2015 CSI New Leadership On Boarding

March 5-8, 2015 ACPA Annual Convention in Indianapolis

TBD CSI Leadership Transitioned

TBD CSI Leadership Advance (Location TBD)

How to Submit an Application To apply for the CSI Leadership Team, please complete and submit the online form by Friday, October 24, 2014 at 11:59pm EST. The link to the online nominations form will be sent out once nominations open on Monday, October 6, 2014 via CSI Newsletter, the CSI Listserv, and the CSI Website. All applications must be received by the deadline to be accepted and considered.

Contact Information

For more information or questions, please contact the CSI Elections Co-Coordinators, Katie Johnston at [email protected] or Jess Shapiro at [email protected].





Orientation & On-Boarding In response to feedback from members of the CSI, we have expanded our existing elections process and timeline to also include more strategic and structured time for orientation and on-boarding of newly-elected members of the Commission Leadership Team. It is our hope that this orientation and on-boarding will enhance the quality of experience for new team members and allow for more seamless transition between incoming and outgoing leadership teams. Our tentative plans for orientation and on-boarding are as follows: Member Education (September-October).

Information about leadership positions distributed via website, Happenings, etc.

Current Leadership Team encouraged to outreach to colleagues personally

Campaign launched to receive 50 nominations by late October Leadership Elections (October-December).

Applications for leadership positions are accepted beginning in early October

Commission membership will vote on leadership elections in November and December Leadership Education (January-February).

Incoming Leader-Elects* participate in 2-3 calls to learn basics of the Commission

Current Leadership Team encouraged to involve incoming Leader-Elects in their work

Leader-Elects encouraged to participate in committee calls, assist with programs, etc.

Based upon this shadowing period, Leader-Elects begin to develop their vision Leadership @ Convention (March 5-8, 2015).

Leader-Elects encouraged to come prepared with a first draft of their action plan Leader-Elects meet with current Leadership Team, and participate in Convention programs Leader-Elects meet their team initially, meet partners initially, and engage in initial planning Leader-Elects continue to work with current leaders and develop their vision for the future

Leadership Transition (March-May).

Current Leadership Team and Leader-Elects continue communication through May, to allow for seamless transition between current and incoming leaders

Leader-Elects revise and finalize their action plans for their position to share prior to Mid-Year Meeting

Leader-Elects transition into their roles and take official office in June through the following June *“Leader-Elect” refers to any newly-elected member of the CSI Leadership Team

Frequently Asked Questions



What is the Commission for Student Involvement Leadership Team? The CSI Leadership Team is one of two leadership bodies within the Commission. The second, the Directorate Governing Board, is the advisory body of the Commission and provides the long-term vision for the commission and works to ensure the Commission leadership is meeting the goals and vision of the Commission. You can think of the Directorate body as the “board of trustees” for the Commission, similar to the board of trustees (or regents, or directors) at your institution. While the Directorate Governing Board provides long-term visioning for the Commission, the Leadership Team is responsible for carrying out the day-to-day work of the Commission. Do I need to be involved with ACPA or the Commission for Student Involvement to run for an elected position on the Leadership Team? Yes! To be eligible to run for an elected position on the CSI Leadership Team, individuals must be listed as a current member of both ACPA and the Commission for Student Involvement. It is strongly encouraged that applicants check their membership status in both ACPA and the Commission – you must be listed as a member of both ACPA and the CSI at the time of application through the elections process. There is no additional fee to join the CSI if you are registered as a member of ACPA. Just update your information with ACPA to include the CSI as one of your member groups. To join the CSI, log in to your “Member Profile” at www.myacpa.org and click on “My Involvement,” then “Get More Involved.” Do I need to know a lot about ACPA or the Commission for Student Involvement to run for a position on the Leadership Team? No! It is encouraged but not required that candidates for positions on the CSI Leadership Team have prior experience with the Commission. Previous involvement might include presenting a sponsored program, volunteering on a committee, serving as a reviewer, or submitting a publication. However, candidates need not know all the ins and outs of ACPA or even the Commission for Student Involvement. We simply seek dedicated student affairs professionals who are committed to advancing the theory and practice within one or more of our functional areas (Community Service & Service-Learning, Fraternity & Sorority Affairs, Leadership Education, and Organizations & Activities). What are the qualifications to run for a position on the CSI Leadership Team? Other qualifications to run for a position on the CSI Leadership Team are as follows:

Individuals serving as members of the CSI Leadership Team will be current members of ACPA.

Only Commission members are eligible to be elected to a position on the CSI Leadership Team.

Individuals commit to their elected position for one full year (June-June), and must attend two Annual Conventions, as well as the Leadership Advance prior to starting their term.

What is the time commitment to serve on the CSI Leadership Team? Manageable! The term of office for positions on the CSI Leadership Team is one full year, beginning and ending in June. Most members of the CSI Leadership Team commit 2-4 hours per week to fulfilling the roles and responsibilities of their position, on average. Members of the CSI Leadership Team are expected to serve for one full year (June-June), to attend two Annual conventions during their term, and to participate in the Leadership Advance prior to starting their term. Beyond their specific roles and responsibilities, members of the CSI Leadership Team are expected to actively engage in the work of the Commission, serving on committees, task forces, etc. as necessary and appropriate. Why should I want to get involved in the CSI Leadership Team (what’s in it for me)? As mentioned, it is an exciting time within the Commission, and an exciting time to serve on the CSI Leadership Team! Serving in an elected position for the Commission is a wonderful opportunity to develop professionally, while working toward the CSI’s mission to support colleagues in the area of Student Involvement. It also offers opportunities to network with colleagues across the country and throughout the Association. I am a current graduate student – can I run for a position on the CSI Leadership Team? Yes! Current graduate students, new professionals, seasoned professionals, faculty members, and others interested in the work of the Commission can run for and serve in a position on the CSI Leadership Team. In fact, the work of the Commission is enriched by having multiple perspectives around the table, so we welcome a diverse group of nominees and applicants for our leadership positions.


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