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GSC Call For Applications

The ASHE Graduate Student Committee (GSC) is seeking applications for the following four positions:

  • Graduate Student Committee Vice-Chair/Chair-Elect (1-year term as Vice-Chair/Chair-Elect and a 1-year term as Chair): This person will be the Chair-Elect and collaborate and develop the Committee's yearly goals with the Chair. In addition, the co-chair will provide one-on-one support to the Social & Networking and Web & Social Media committees. Lastly, this person will assist in implementing recruitment efforts and with the operations of new leadership.

  • Professional Development Co-Coordinators (We are seeking 1 Co-Coordinator to serve a 2-year term): This team will plan, develop, and coordinate logistics for one breakout conference session in alignment with the annual theme, as well as the ASHE Grads Luncheon. Additionally, the team will collaborate with other ASHE groups and higher education organizations and aggregate, curate, and share resources and networking opportunities for graduate students. 

  • Web and Social Media Co-Coordinators (We are seeking 1 Co-Coordinator to serve a 2-year term):  This team will develop the social media strategy and coordinate content for the ASHE Grads X (formally Twitter) and Instagram accounts, including pre-conference content and marketing, invitations for writing sessions, Twitter chats, and content for any of the committee’s additional programs and initiatives. They will also work with the ASHE staff to update the ASHE Grads section of the ASHE website.

  • Social and Networking Co-Coordinators (We are seeking 1 Co-Coordinator to serve a 2-year term): This team will coordinate the various social and networking events hosted by ASHE Grads throughout the year and during the annual conference. This includes writing sessions throughout the year, Conversations over Coffee, and other networking events for graduate students during the annual conference. 

Time Commitment | Preferred Qualifications | Compensation | Application and Appointment Process | Questions

Time Commitment

The commitment is, on average, 4-5 hours per month.

  • The Committee will meet monthly (or as needed) and bi-weekly as we approach the ASHE National Conference. 

  • The Committee will meet with other graduate student leaders within the Association (e.g., Graduate Student Board Members, CEP Graduate Student Rep, CIHE Graduate Student Liaison, etc.). 

  • Work outside of these meetings will vary depending on the position/committee. The Subcommittees will meet monthly (or as needed) as we approach the ASHE Annual Conference.

Preferred Qualifications

Members of the Committee must:

  • Be Graduate Student members of the Association in good standing throughout their term in office

  • Agree to uphold the policies of the Association, including the Conflict of Interest Policy and ethics policies (including appropriate disclosure)

  • Appropriate experience or interest in their respective position:

    • Chair/Vice-Chair: Experience providing leadership and vision to community members. 

    • Professional Development Co-Coordinators & Social and Networking Co-Coordinators: Experience programming and networking; familiarity with the ASHE Conference.

    • Web and Social Media Coordinator: Experience with web and social media, familiarity with social media tools; Canva and/or Graphic Design.

Compensation

This is a volunteer position; no compensation is provided.

Application and Appointment Process

Applications are due on May 16, 2025 at Noon (12pm) Denver/Mountain Time. ASHE Graduate Student Committee Members will review applications and make initial appointments. Applicants will be notified in early June.

To apply for this position, please you will submit the following:

  1. Name
  2. Institution
  3. Email
  4. Telephone Number
  5. Select the position(s) for which you are applying
  6. Which ASHE conferences have you attended?
  7. Agreement to ASHE Policies (Conflict of Interest, Ethics, and Diversity)
  8. What are your prior experiences related to the position(s) you are applying for? [up to 200 words
  9. What do you want to contribute to the graduate student committee? [up to 200 words]
  10. Why are you interested in being a member of the Graduate Student Committee? [up to 200 words]
  11. A CV that includes related and relevant experience

Submit Your Application

Questions?

Contact the Graduate Student Committee leadership at gsc@ashe.ws or Twitter & Instagram: @ashegrads