National Board Of Directors Nomination Form
The SIU Alumni Association Board of Directors serves a critical role by providing strategic direction, resources, and professional expertise to help carry out the Alumni Association mission. One term on the board consists of two years. Directors complete a self-evaluation at the conclusion of each two-year cycle. Evaluations are reviewed by the Executive Committee and Directors are invited to serve additional terms at the discretion of the Executive Committee.
Directors-at-Large are voting members of the SIU Alumni Association board. All alumni of SIUC are eligible to be nominated for the National Board of Directors. Per the SIU Alumni Association Bylaws, alumni are all persons who have earned a degree or diploma from the university or who have successfully completed 12 credit hours at SIUC.
Nominees that are selected for board membership must be willing to adhere to the following responsibilities and duties:
- Commit to the mission, vision and guiding principles of the Association.
Develop working knowledge of Association programs, services, structure, goals and objectives.
- Be an advocate for SIU. Promote the university and the Association. Take steps to enhance SIU’s visibility in your community.
- Be an active member of the Board by attending Board meetings (in-person or via Zoom) and serving on committees as assigned by the President and/or the Executive Director. Attend SIU and Alumni Association events.