The Division Representatives are responsible for bringing issues, proposals, and/or funding needs from the Division to the Council for consideration, discussion, recommendation, and/or approval. The Division Representatives are also responsible for assisting in the development of governing structures and other governing issues of the subdivisions.
Regional Division Representative - (elected, term October 2014-October 2016). Prior to taking office, the Regional Division Representative must have served a full term as a Region Chair. Nominee must also be a current member of the region for which s/he is being nominated as chair.
Ms. Jennifer L McCaul
Grand Valley State University Grand Rapids MI
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?
Strategic goal: Develop and sustain effective Association leadership - This is an important strategic goal as we must work to keep association leadership engaged in the organization for continued success of the Association. I feel that if a person has a neutral or negative experience while serving in a leadership role that they will not seek further roles which could lead to the loss of great potential leaders. I would strive to ensure that the processes, requirements, and training of region chairs promotes a positive experience. This would include providing clear expectations, clear directions, and direct communication about all processes and reporting requirements. I would strive to continue to support and improve the changes that have happened in the last few years and provide a seasoned voice to the conversation so continued improvement can occur.
Strategic Goal: Engage in ongoing assessment of all facets of the Association - This is most important at the regional level as the Association...
Strategic goal: Develop and sustain effective Association leadership - This is an important strategic goal as we must work to keep association leadership engaged in the organization for continued success of the Association. I feel that if a person has a neutral or negative experience while serving in a leadership role that they will not seek further roles which could lead to the loss of great potential leaders. I would strive to ensure that the processes, requirements, and training of region chairs promotes a positive experience. This would include providing clear expectations, clear directions, and direct communication about all processes and reporting requirements. I would strive to continue to support and improve the changes that have happened in the last few years and provide a seasoned voice to the conversation so continued improvement can occur.
Strategic Goal: Engage in ongoing assessment of all facets of the Association - This is most important at the regional level as the Association is composed of regional members. It's important that clear assessment measures be promoted and utilized at the region level to provide information, direction, and support for the overall association goals. I would strive to ensure that region chairs be provided with information about what assessment is, how to implement it, and how to coordinate it so that there is some similarity in region reports while still respecting the differences of individual regions.
Strategic Goal: Pursue innovative technology tools and resources to support the Association - there have been great strides in the Association's use of technology to meet the goals of the Association. I would strive to continue to support technology to make the work of the region chairs more efficient and more productive. "Work smarter not harder" has always been one of my personal tenets and I think that I could assist with endeavors to promote technology usage in this arena.
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?
At the campus level, during 2011-2013 I was the chair of our newly formed academic advising professional development committee which successfully brought a cohesive professional development framework to our campus. It was inclusive of both faculty and professional advisors and was relevant to topical issues that advisors experience every day. We planned several large scale campus events which brought NACADA core values and CAS standards for academic advising into the conversation about how advising happens on our campus and what we can do to improve it. This demonstrates my commitment to being a campus leader in regards to enhancing advising services and utilizing NACADA core values as the standard on our campus.
At the allied level, I am especially proud to be a part of the group that created the MIACADA allied organization and brought so many advisors in Michigan together. This was a wonderful way to get involved at the ground level and make connections that have lasted through the...
At the campus level, during 2011-2013 I was the chair of our newly formed academic advising professional development committee which successfully brought a cohesive professional development framework to our campus. It was inclusive of both faculty and professional advisors and was relevant to topical issues that advisors experience every day. We planned several large scale campus events which brought NACADA core values and CAS standards for academic advising into the conversation about how advising happens on our campus and what we can do to improve it. This demonstrates my commitment to being a campus leader in regards to enhancing advising services and utilizing NACADA core values as the standard on our campus.
At the allied level, I am especially proud to be a part of the group that created the MIACADA allied organization and brought so many advisors in Michigan together. This was a wonderful way to get involved at the ground level and make connections that have lasted through the past decade. This demonstrates my ability to connect with my colleagues to develop and promote NACADA core values throughout the state of Michigan. This organization continues to be a strong and successful allied organization which regularly has over 250 people attend the 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? As a former region chair, I am aware of the needs of the region chairs for clear communication pathways from the board to the regions, as well as the executive office. I am also very familiar with the expectations for the region chairs and the processes that need to be followed. By the time I had figured out what was expected of me as a region chair, it felt like my term was up. I think serving in this capacity would allow me to use my experience as a region chair to mentor new region chairs and get them up to speed sooner. I know changes have been put in place since my term and I would like to be part of this continual improvement process and to use my skills and experiences to further refine and improve the training and mentoring that region chairs receive.
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.
I have been a member of NACADA since 2003 when I attended a Summer Institute and it changed my professional view of advising and what the role of advising is on our campuses. Since that time I have been involved in the organization on multiple levels, including state, region, and national/international. This organization has provided a professional home for me to seek counsel, create friendships, and develop ideas to bring back to my campus. I have been very fortunate to serve this organization in multiple roles. Some highlights are listed below.
*Steering Committee to create state allied organization MIACADA - 2005
*MIACADA Annual Conference chair 2006
*MIACADA President/Past President 2006-2008
*Region V Conference Co-Chair - 2008 - 2nd highest attended conference for the region, a profit of over $20,000 to support the region and NACADA activities while also providing a fantastic opportunity for advisors in the region
*Region V Steering committee Member - 2006-2008
*Region...
I have been a member of NACADA since 2003 when I attended a Summer Institute and it changed my professional view of advising and what the role of advising is on our campuses. Since that time I have been involved in the organization on multiple levels, including state, region, and national/international. This organization has provided a professional home for me to seek counsel, create friendships, and develop ideas to bring back to my campus. I have been very fortunate to serve this organization in multiple roles. Some highlights are listed below.
*Steering Committee to create state allied organization MIACADA - 2005
*MIACADA Annual Conference chair 2006
*MIACADA President/Past President 2006-2008
*Region V Conference Co-Chair - 2008 - 2nd highest attended conference for the region, a profit of over $20,000 to support the region and NACADA activities while also providing a fantastic opportunity for advisors in the region
*Region V Steering committee Member - 2006-2008
*Region V Chair/Past Chair - 2010-2013 - successfully implemented the Great Lakes~Great Leaders program to bring new professionals into a mentoring relationship and provide funding and involvement in region leadership to prepare them for eventual leadership roles at other levels. Oversight of 2 annual conferences which were profitable and well attended including one in Ontario. Oversight of nearly $10,000 in grant/scholarship monies distributed to regional membership through our grants/scholarship process.
*Coordinator of Silent Auction NACADA Annual Conference 2008 and 2009 - coordinated volunteers and donations to support the first two silent auctions held at annual conferences. This activity has taken off and is now handled by the Executive Office and supports Graduate Student scholarships and continues to raise money each year.
*Assessment Institute Advisory Committee 2010-2012
*Assessment Institute Scholarship Review Committee 2010-2013
*Presenter - 2005, 2009 NACADA Annual Conferences
*Author - 2005, 2007 Book Reviews; monograph chapter in Academic Advising Administration: Essential Knowledge and Skills for the 21st Century
*Awards - 2011 Outstanding Advising Administrator - Certificate of Merit; 2007 Outstanding New Advisor - Certificate of Merit
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