2026-2028 Officer Election

SEEKING VOLUNTEERS FOR THE NOMINATING AND ELECTIONS COMMITTEE

According to the AAUW PA Bylaws, Article X. Section 1.a., “There shall be a nominating and elections committee composed of a chair from the Affiliate board appointed by the president plus a representative from each district in the Affiliate.” [Reminder: All state board positions may be co-held.]

  • Because business meetings are now often virtual and because there are no longer any district coordinators, the nominating and elections committee (co-)chair(s) will be responsible for putting out the call to the affiliate presidents to find volunteers to serve on this committee and will decide which volunteers will serve and which will be alternates, absent a specific request from the candidates.
  • These district representatives may not hold a position on the State board of directors during their time of service on this committee.
  • Ideally, there will be one representative and one alternate from each district (East, Central, West).

 Interested?

 We hope so! With questions or to express interest, contact either your branch president or the Nominating and Elections Committee chair.

 Start thinking now—who would make a good candidate?

The AAUW-PA state board will be seeking nominations for the following officers for a two-year term from 2026-2028 for the offices of president, program vice president, and marketing and communications vice president.

 Position Obligations:

President: The president is responsible for directing, coordinating, and overseeing the work of the state and is the the official spokesperson and representative for the Affiliate.

Program Vice-President: The program vice president is responsible for planning programs for the biennial conference and the biennial summer retreat and for planning, coordinating, implementing, and reporting other mission-based programming.

 Marketing and Communications Vice President: The marketing and communications vice president works closely with the board to develop strategy and manage state communications to members as well as the general public. The vice president ensures that the brand image is consistently upheld and works to enhance visibility across the state. In addition, the position holder serves as the editor of the Keystoner newsletter and the annual yearbook and coordinates, schedules, and sends mass membership emails as requested.

Meeting Obligations:

The state board meets four times annually: usually in July, October, January, and April or May. The January meeting is typically held on Zoom. Other meetings are expected to be in person but may be virtual.

Board expenses related to the position and most expenses for attendance at in-person meetings are reimbursed by AAUW-PA.

  Why Serve on the AAUW PA State Board?

  • Advance Gender Equity: Contribute to AAUW’s mission of empowering women and girls.
  • Leadership Growth: Gain valuable experience in governance and decision making.
  • Impactful Work: Shape programs and policies that make a difference statewide.
  • Networking: Connect with like-minded leaders and professionals.
  • Personal Development: Enhance your skills through collaboration and advocacy.
  • Policy Influence: Drive initiatives focused on key issues like pay equity and education.
  • Support Branches: Help local branches grow and strengthen their impact.
  • Preserve History: Ensure AAUW’s legacy through document preservation.
  • Shape the Future: Be part of strategic decisions that guide the organization’s direction.

Questions?
Contact Deb Roney (Huntingdon Branch), Co-chair, aauwpanominations@gmail.com