Hello VACPA members!
Elections for the next directorate will go live on January 15, 2025! You must be an active member for VACPA to cast your ballot. Below you will find the election timeline and position descriptions for the two elected positions. You can access candidate bios here.
Election Timeline
1/15/25-1/31/25: Voting period for elected positions
1/31/2025: Applications for appointed positions close
2/12/25: Election results announced
2/28/25: Appointed officers announced
Position Descriptions
President-Elect: This person shall perform the duties of the President in the absence of the President. They shall chair and appoint members to the Awards Committee and supervise the onboarding and training of new board members; coordinate strategic planning initiatives of VACPA; attend the ACPA meetings as available. They shall appoint the Communications Coordinator and the Graduate Student Liaison(s).
Administrative Director:This person shall keep minutes of all business sessions of the Directorate and VACPA; maintain the electronic archives of VACPA and will maintain the inventory of all VACPA supplies and equipment; serve as membership liaison to ACPA, maintaining membership lists for Directorate use. The Administrative Chair shall keep all financial records of VACPA and shall coordinate with ACPA to collect and disburse funds subject to the approval of the Directorate and/or President; prepare an annual income and expense budget for presentation to the Directorate and quarterly thereafter. An income and expense statement shall also be presented during the annual business meeting. They shall co-chair the Annual Meeting Committee with the President.
The VACPA Directorate is committed to leading the chapter and representing the voice of its members. Identifying and selecting leaders that are fully representative of the membership is an essential element within this commitment; one that is met through regular, transparent, and democratic elections. Engagement with professional organizations, particularly through leadership positions, is a meaningful way to gain professional experience, expand your knowledge, support your colleagues, build your network, and contribute to the profession. In advancing the aims and goals of ACPA and VACPA, you help promote a robust positive experience for students across the state.
Each year, VACPA holds elections following the term cycle established in its bylaws. This cycle, the role of President-Elect and Administrative Director are open for election. Additionally, nominations for appointed officer roles are accepted as positions are available. The current open positions are the Graduate Student Liaison roles and the Professional Development Chair. The descriptions for these roles are below. Additional details may be found by reviewing the chapter bylaws. All questions may be directed to [email protected] at [email protected].