The Midwest Chapter/MLA Nominations and Elections Committee is seeking nominations for several leadership positions in 2023. Serving on the Midwest Chapter Executive Board is an excellent opportunity to build your leadership skills in a supportive environment. It's also a way to get to know our association and members better and to make an impact on the profession at the regional level.
The positions open this year are:
President-Elect (October 2023-October 2026)
· year 1 - President-Elect & member of the Awards & Scholarships Committee Time commitment: 12 hours
· year 2 - President
Time commitment: 20 hours
· year 3 - Immediate Past President & Chair, Nominations & Elections Committee
Time commitment: 15 hours
Recording Secretary (October 2023-October 2025)
· Time commitment: 15 hours
Treasurer (October 2023-October 2025)
· Time commitment: 15 hours
Candidate for Membership on the MLA Nominating Committee (October 2023-October 2024)
· Time commitment: 6 hours
If you aren't sure which position is the best fit for you, check out some reflections by former officers (attached). Position descriptions are also included in this document. Members of the committee are also happy to speak with anyone who has further questions or to connect you with a previous officer for more information.
Please let us know if you're interested in running for office or nominating someone else for a position by completing this form:
https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aUVpnpelZwoCkwC. Note that if you nominate someone else for office, we will contact them before adding them to the ballot.
Thank you!
Carol Shannon, on behalf of the Nominations and Elections Committee
Caroline Allen
Merle Rosenzweig