To all CoSIDA members:
Nominations are now open
THROUGH MAY 15 for several key leadership positions in CoSIDA, with terms beginning in June. We are seeking applicants for one position in the officer rotation and four positions on the CoSIDA Board of Directors; the specifics for each position:
• Third vice-president (no geographic requirement) – serving a five-year term on the CoSIDA Board of Directors (third V-P, second V-P, first V-P, President, first past president) with specific assignments each year – time commitment includes two monthly conference calls, two additional meeting days at the CoSIDA workshop, mid-year meeting at NCAA Convention, as well as time involved in committee and project work
• At-large member, college division (no geographic requirement) –
two of these positions available – members eligible from a campus/conference in NAIA, CIS, NJCAA, NCAA Division II, NCAA Division III -- serving a three-year term on the CoSIDA Board of Directors – time commitment includes monthly conference calls and two additional meeting days at the CoSIDA workshop, as well as time involved in committee and project work
• At-large member (no geographic or divisional requirement) –
two of these positions available – all members eligible -- serving a three-year term on the CoSIDA Board of Directors – time commitment includes monthly conference calls and two additional meeting days at the CoSIDA workshop, as well as time involved in committee and project work
The application process is simple – please submit a letter of interest and a bio/resume, along with two letters of support from CoSIDA members, to me (
slp0019@auburn.edu or Shelly Poe, Auburn Athletics, 392 South Donahue Drive, Auburn, AL 36849) by May 15. I will forward those materials to the nominating committee for its meeting at the June convention.
Not sure about applying or want to know more? Please get in touch with me and I will connect you with current board members who can answer your questions. And please encourage others in your region or conference to consider serving by offering to write a letter of support.
Here is a list of the current Board of Directors and responsibilities.
Serving on the CoSIDA Board of Directors will be one of the most interesting and rewarding professional experiences of your career. You will connect with colleagues outside of your conference or sport and make lasting friendships with outstanding professionals. You will give a voice to the concerns of your particular constituents and add your expertise as we shape the program of our organization for the future. You will gain tremendous admiration for our members who are meeting the challenges of our industry, and will be on the forefront of trends and practices that affect our profession moving forward.
This has been a remarkable experience for so many of our members who have served on the Board, and I believe it would be for many of you as well. Please give it consideration and I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Shelly Poe
CoSIDA Past President
SLP0019@auburn.edu
334/844-9703