3 available positions on the Mortar Board National Council
Term: Summer 2026 - Summer 2028
The positions of Alumni Representative at-large, Secretary, and Vice-President will be elected at the January 25, 2026 (virtual) Special National Conference. Only alumni members and honorary members who have previously served in a national leadership role (e.g., region coordinator (formally section coordinator), committee chair, national committee member, national council or foundation position, or chapter advisor) are eligible to apply.
Applications are due on or before November 30. Interviews will take place in November and early December. Following the development of a slate, which contains one candidate for each position, candidate materials will be shared with chapters and be available online. Positions are elected at the Special National Conference (SNC), which will beheld virtually on January 25, 2025.
The National Council meets monthly virtually, attends national conferences, and serve on other committees. We expect that all national leaders also contribute financially to the success of Mortar Board.
Alumni Representative at-large: As one of two alumni representatives on the National Council, this officer serves as a voice for alumni members and works closely with the National Office and the Alumni Engagement Board to promote lifelong involvement in Mortar Board. In addition to representing their constituency, the Alumni Representative at Large co-chairs the Alumni Engagement Board, providing strategic direction and guidance on alumni programs, member benefits, and initiatives that advance the lifelong membership experience. This role is instrumental in fostering connection between alumni and the broader Mortar Board community, ensuring that members continue to engage in scholarship, leadership, and service beyond their collegiate years. This is a two-year term, with the possibility of serving two consecutive terms.
Secretary: The secretary is responsible for record keeping and works with the National President and Executive Director to ensure that the outcome of each National Council meeting and meetings involving national governance have a written record made in accordance with best practices in association / society management. The secretary ensures that each set of Council minutes is approved by the Council at a subsequent meeting and that the approved minutes are filed in the National Office. The Secretary shall be responsible for working with the National President to set agendas for National Council meetings, maintaining accurate Minutes of each meeting of the National Council and of conferences, follow-up with National Council members on agreed upon action items, and ensuring that governing documents are accessible to members. This is a two-year term, with the possibility of serving two consecutive terms.
Vice-President: The Vice President serves as a key leader in advancing the vitality and success of Mortar Board’s collegiate chapters. In addition to serving as liaison to the section coordinators and deciding all proposals for dismissal from membership, the Vice President partners closely with the Director of Collegiate Success in the National Office to support chapter excellence. This includes providing strategic guidance on chapter activity, member retention, engagement, and sustainability, as well as advising on the development of resources that strengthen the collegiate experience. The Vice President plays a critical role in ensuring that every chapter is equipped to thrive in scholarship, leadership, and service while fostering a sense of belonging across Mortar Board’s national network. This is a two-year term, with the possibility of serving two consecutive terms.
Note: As mentioned, for 2026, the positions of alumni representative, secretary, and vice-president are up for election. In 2027, alumni representative, treasurer, and president-elect will be elected. Two student representatives-at-large are elected each year to serve a one-year term at the Mortar Board National Conference held in September.
Statement of Interest
The Standing Nominations Committee would appreciate your taking the time to reflect about your potential service on the National Council. Please review this questionnaire and supply your thoughts prior to November 30.