| Election Platform - Nomination ID: 2373 |
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| | Advising Students with Disabilities Chair | | Commission Chairs are elected by their Commission members and provide leadership for Commission activities in support of the profession by representing its members and their needs and concerns through the Division Representatives and communicating with the members. Commission Chairs coordinate commission activities and lead Commission meetings during the Annual Conference. Commission Chairs report to the Division Representatives for the Commission and Interest Group Division (CIGD).
Advising Students with Disabilities Chair - (elected, term October 2014-October 2016). Prior to taking office, candidates must have completed the previous year as a member in the Commission and be a current member in that group. |  | Mrs. Ashley E Racine
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
Richmond VA
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| 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?
My hope is continue the positive direction of the commission by increasing sessions at all conferences (national, regional, state, etc.), and increasing the information related to working with students with disabilities available on the NACADA website. We can increase involvement in the commission with both of those activities, and by utilizing technology to facilitate networking amongst commission members.
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?
This past August I implemented a new orientation program for junior level students. I work at a small nursing college, and our greatest retention issue is during the first semester of the junior year. After noticing this trend I formulated a plan for a junior level orientation. I worked collaboratively with faculty, staff, and outside offices to put together a full day of activities to support success. This included study strategies, time management, wellness, a student panel, and program specific testing strategies. This accomplishment shows my ability to lead through collaboration and team work. It also demonstrates my ability to balance multiple priorities and goals.
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?
I have only been part of the commission for a short time, but quickly made connections and found opportunities for involvement. I want to give back to the commission by continuing to support this type of welcoming feel in a leadership role. The commission is headed in a positive direction and I believe I can help that to continue. Students with disabilities are part of many advisors’ caseloads and work, so the work of the commission is vital to many within NACADA. For this reason, I also want to help the commission expand our reach within NACADA.
Past Involvement in NACADA
4. Outline your past involvement in NACADA:
a. Years in NACADA
b. National Offices Help and Accomplishments Achieved
c. Regional Activities/Offices Held, including accomplishments achieved in office
d. Etc.
A. Three and a half years
B. Outstanding New Advisor Certificate of Merit 2012, Emerging Leaders Program 2013-2015 Class
C. Presented at NACADA Region 2 Conference April 2011 and DC Drive In Conference June 2011, 2015 Region 2 Conference Volunteer Chair
D. I have attended multiple national and regional conferences.
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