The President shall be the chief executive officer of the corporation with such general executive powers and duties of supervision and management as are usually vested in the office of the chief executive officer of a corporation, and the President shall carry into effect all directions and resolutions of the board. The President shall preside at all meetings of the members and directors. The President shall be ex officio a member without vote on all committees, unless the Board otherwise provides.
Elected by the general membership from a slate of eligible Board of Directors members continuing their current terms
Serves a 1-year term (October 2019-October 2020)
Prior to taking office, candidate must have completed the previous year as a member of the NACADA Board of Directors.
The only eligible nominees for this position in this election are: Erin Justyna, Brett McFarlane, Nancy Roadruck, Cecilia Olivares, Megumi Makino-Kanehiro, Oscar van den Wijngaard.
Erin Justyna
Texas Tech University Lubbock TX
Platform
Platform Statement: Part I
1. If elected to this position, what will you attempt to accomplish that will help to meet the strategic goals of the Association? (1500 characters or less)
The two areas I am most passionate about are professional development of advisors & inclusive practices within the association. I’ve been vocal about these goals because I want to ensure NACADA best meet the needs of & utilize the talents of all of our members. I remain an advocate & catalyst for this work. As President, I will continue to challenge myself and others in NACADA to look openly and critically at processes, perceptions, & structures that may impede our ability to provide opportunities that meet the needs of our more than 12,000 members or which have left anyone feeling that membership or leadership in NACADA wasn’t really meant for them.
Members have shared their experiences in conversations, town halls, & surveys. I’ve heard wonderful success stories, but I’ve also heard stories that break my heart & embolden my drive to to do what I can to help NACADA grow and progress. I’ve not met a leader who doesn’t share a desire to make every advisor feel welcome, but...
The two areas I am most passionate about are professional development of advisors & inclusive practices within the association. I’ve been vocal about these goals because I want to ensure NACADA best meet the needs of & utilize the talents of all of our members. I remain an advocate & catalyst for this work. As President, I will continue to challenge myself and others in NACADA to look openly and critically at processes, perceptions, & structures that may impede our ability to provide opportunities that meet the needs of our more than 12,000 members or which have left anyone feeling that membership or leadership in NACADA wasn’t really meant for them.
Members have shared their experiences in conversations, town halls, & surveys. I’ve heard wonderful success stories, but I’ve also heard stories that break my heart & embolden my drive to to do what I can to help NACADA grow and progress. I’ve not met a leader who doesn’t share a desire to make every advisor feel welcome, but that desire hasn’t always translated into an improved reality. We must not downplay contributions of our current members/leaders, but as current President Archambault said, “We need more black folks, more latinx folks, more people from community colleges, HBCUs, & under-resourced institutions.“ We can’t be afraid to face our challenges head on. We have to continue to take deliberate, thoughtful action. We can create real change, but it’s going to take all of us.
Platform Statement: Part II
2. Describe an accomplishment on your own campus or within NACADA of which you are proud. What do you believe your accomplishment demonstrates about your abilities as a leader? (1500 characters or less)
When I look back on my work within NACADA, I am most proud of my accomplishments within the previously named Commission & Interest Group Division (CIGD). The CIGD was a key part of my path in NACADA – first as a commission volunteer and chair, then as a CIGD steering committee member, and finally as the elected CIGD Representative. This division is often seen as the most accessible path to increased NACADA engagement and it’s incredibly important to the work of NACADA and its members.
As CIGD Rep, I worked with other leaders to create a Chair Handbook, revamp annual training, and significantly improve on-boarding & support for division leaders. During my last year as Rep, I led a team of dedicated advising professionals and NACADA staff that created a successful proposal to restructure the entire division – moving from Commission and Interest Groups to one hierarchy free, unified group, Advising Communities. The proposal was approved unanimously. I quite literally cried tears of...
When I look back on my work within NACADA, I am most proud of my accomplishments within the previously named Commission & Interest Group Division (CIGD). The CIGD was a key part of my path in NACADA – first as a commission volunteer and chair, then as a CIGD steering committee member, and finally as the elected CIGD Representative. This division is often seen as the most accessible path to increased NACADA engagement and it’s incredibly important to the work of NACADA and its members.
As CIGD Rep, I worked with other leaders to create a Chair Handbook, revamp annual training, and significantly improve on-boarding & support for division leaders. During my last year as Rep, I led a team of dedicated advising professionals and NACADA staff that created a successful proposal to restructure the entire division – moving from Commission and Interest Groups to one hierarchy free, unified group, Advising Communities. The proposal was approved unanimously. I quite literally cried tears of joy. It was historical moment for the association and was an exemplar for the association’s responsiveness to and inclusion of its members’ voices. The successful merging of Commissions and Interest Groups into the ACD provides consistency, fosters sustainable leadership, and better addresses the needs of the association’s entire membership. I was incredibly proud when Advising Communities officially debuted at the 2018 Annual Conference.
Platform Statement: Part III
3. Why are you interested in serving in this leadership position or what influenced you to run for this leadership position? (1500 characters or less)
NACADA has been an enormous gift for me professionally. Even as an advisor working with a very specific population (I was a disability services advisor), I was welcomed and given opportunities to give back to the field. Though my career has morphed over the years, the support and opportunities within NACADA have been my one constant. I have been exceptionally fortunate to present, write, and lead with NACADA, and want to use my background, experiences, and skills to continue to serve the Association and its members going forward. Over the last several years, I’ve learned that not every member experiences such an “easy” journey within the association. Some are overwhelmed at its size. Some cannot afford to engage in the ways they would like. Some haven’t seen themselves in the membership/leadership and questioned whether they belonged.
My work on the Board and Council have provided key insights into the workings of the association and the needs and demographics of NACADA’s...
NACADA has been an enormous gift for me professionally. Even as an advisor working with a very specific population (I was a disability services advisor), I was welcomed and given opportunities to give back to the field. Though my career has morphed over the years, the support and opportunities within NACADA have been my one constant. I have been exceptionally fortunate to present, write, and lead with NACADA, and want to use my background, experiences, and skills to continue to serve the Association and its members going forward. Over the last several years, I’ve learned that not every member experiences such an “easy” journey within the association. Some are overwhelmed at its size. Some cannot afford to engage in the ways they would like. Some haven’t seen themselves in the membership/leadership and questioned whether they belonged.
My work on the Board and Council have provided key insights into the workings of the association and the needs and demographics of NACADA’s members. The NACADA President serves as a key advocate for members and has key influence over the work of the board and council. I watched a talk recently about the need to lean in to the uncomfortable. If elected, I hope to facilitate continued celebration of our successes, but also push us to lean into tough conversations about the challenges we face as an Association going into the future. I believe my dedication, strengths, and skills will be great assets in the role of President.
Platform Statement: Part IV
4. Please describe how you will work to promote the enhancement of inclusivity throughout (or within) the association. (1500 characters or less)
I’ve always been captivated by the amazing potential in human beings – the tenacity of spirt in each of our individual stories and the undeniable bonds that connect us. Throughout my life, I’ve been attuned to notice who most often experiences injustice and who more often is provided opportunities, and my NACADA path has been closely aligned to initiatives focused on diversity and inclusivity. Whether chairing the Advising Students with Disabilities Commission, serving on the Diversity Committee, as a mentor & Advisory Board member of the Emerging Leaders Program, and now as VP, I have committed myself to redressing the balance of opportunities.
I am inspired by the work being done within NACADA, but each is just a small ripple of the efforts needed to ensure inclusivity. During the last two annual conferences, I had the opportunity to hear directly from members about the challenges that still exist. Our efforts have not gone unnoticed, but we haven’t yet done enough. Members...
I’ve always been captivated by the amazing potential in human beings – the tenacity of spirt in each of our individual stories and the undeniable bonds that connect us. Throughout my life, I’ve been attuned to notice who most often experiences injustice and who more often is provided opportunities, and my NACADA path has been closely aligned to initiatives focused on diversity and inclusivity. Whether chairing the Advising Students with Disabilities Commission, serving on the Diversity Committee, as a mentor & Advisory Board member of the Emerging Leaders Program, and now as VP, I have committed myself to redressing the balance of opportunities.
I am inspired by the work being done within NACADA, but each is just a small ripple of the efforts needed to ensure inclusivity. During the last two annual conferences, I had the opportunity to hear directly from members about the challenges that still exist. Our efforts have not gone unnoticed, but we haven’t yet done enough. Members have challenged us to do better, to do more. Diversity and inclusion need to be at the forefront of every conversation and initiative within the association. To improve diversity and inclusion, we must to recruit and support members from under-resourced schools and historically underrepresented groups, make pathways to leadership clearer, and aggressively remove barriers that exist.
Platform Statement: Part V
5. Outline your past involvement in NACADA:
a. Years in NACADA
b. National Offices Help and Accomplishments Achieved
13 years NACADA involvement
NATIONAL OFFICES
Vice President, 2018 –2019
Member, Board of Directors, 2017 – 2020
Commission and Interest Group Division Representative, Council, 2015-2017
Steering Committee, Member, Commission and Interest Group Division, 2012-2014
Chair, Advising Students with Disabilities Commission, 2010-2012
SERVICE
Academic Advising Today Editorial Board, 2014-2018
Mentor, Emerging Leaders Program, 2015-2017
NACADA Association Awards Selection Committee, 2015-2017
Professional Development Committee, 2014-2017
Emerging Leaders Program Advisory Board, 2013-2017
Proposal Reviewer, NACADA Annual Conference, 2009-2017
Recipient, Commissions and Interest Groups Division Service Award, 2016
Academic Advising Consultant and Speaker Service Advisory Board, 2014-2016
Advisor Training and Development Commission Steering Committee, 2012-2016
Administrators’ Institute Advisory Board, 2013-2015
Commission and Interest Group Division Service Award Task Force,...
13 years NACADA involvement
NATIONAL OFFICES
Vice President, 2018 –2019
Member, Board of Directors, 2017 – 2020
Commission and Interest Group Division Representative, Council, 2015-2017
Steering Committee, Member, Commission and Interest Group Division, 2012-2014
Chair, Advising Students with Disabilities Commission, 2010-2012
SERVICE
Academic Advising Today Editorial Board, 2014-2018
Mentor, Emerging Leaders Program, 2015-2017
NACADA Association Awards Selection Committee, 2015-2017
Professional Development Committee, 2014-2017
Emerging Leaders Program Advisory Board, 2013-2017
Proposal Reviewer, NACADA Annual Conference, 2009-2017
Recipient, Commissions and Interest Groups Division Service Award, 2016
Academic Advising Consultant and Speaker Service Advisory Board, 2014-2016
Advisor Training and Development Commission Steering Committee, 2012-2016
Administrators’ Institute Advisory Board, 2013-2015
Commission and Interest Group Division Service Award Task Force, 2013
Proposal Reviewer, NACADA Region VII Conference, 2012, 2013
Diversity Committee, 2010-2012
OTHER
Service to the Commission and Interest Group Division Award, 2016
Emerging Leader, 2012-2014
Author on 6 NACADA publications
Presenter on 4 NACADA webinars, 21 NACADA presentations, & 9 advising related invited talks
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