The WIED Nominating Committee is seeking candidates for three Executive Board positions. Members may nominate friends and colleagues (with the friend/colleague’s written consent) or may self-nominate. The positions and their responsibilities are described below. To nominate yourself or a colleague for one of these positions, email Susan Lantz at slantz1815@gmail.com. The email should indicate the nominee’s name and affiliation and the position in which s/he is interested.
Questions about the positions and their duties may be directed to Susan Lantz at slantz1815@gmail.com or to the person currently filling the position (click here for details).
Program Chair-Elect. The Program Chair-Elect becomes the Program Chair after 2 years as Program Chair-Elect, then becomes the Division chair after 2 years as Program Chair. The Program Chair is responsible for (1) announcing the Call for Abstracts to the WIED membership and beyond as necessary, (2) coordinating the Abstract Review Process including obtaining reviewers and assigning abstracts for review, (3) coordination of the full paper submission process, (4) coordinating the paper review process, (5) organizing the submitted papers into sessions, and (6) other conference program details as necessary. This is a six year commitment.
Secretary. The Secretary shall keep the minutes of the meetings of the Division. This would include monthly board teleconferences and the annual meeting minutes. This position has a 2-year term.
Director At Large. (2 positions open) Those elected to these position are assigned duties by the Division Chair, usually work on standing or ad hoc committees of the WIED. One Director at Large position will serve as the Assistant Webmaster. These positions have a 2-year term.