Cornell Club of Western Washington

Director at Large, Cornell Club of Western Washington

Posted by Cornell Club of Western Washington on 08/22/2016

General Information

Nomination start - 05/01/2022
Nomination end - 07/07/2022
Process for Filling Position: Open (Volunteers self-identify)
Number of Seats: 6
Location: Washington, Washington 20036, United States
Eligible Constituent(s): Alumni

Summary of Position

Directors at Large for the Cornell Club of Western Washington work with the office of alumni affairs and the club to help plan and run CCWW events. They are expected to attend 76% of meetings and help plan or execute 2 events per year.

Cornell Interests:

Affinities

Regional Clubs

Talent Expectations: Skills

Communicate

Speak to Groups

It is important that the directors at large are able to speak in board meetings and share thoughts and ideas with the board. Although public speaking is not mandatory, it is helpful to have a comfort level in speaking to their constituents. The ability to share a clear message of welcome and inclusion is important in both speaking and communicating via email.

Lead/Manage/Serve

Serve on a Committee or Board

Directors at Large should attend and participate in meetings for the Cornell Club of Western Washington. They should also provide support for activities and functions.

Build/Maintain Relationships

Represent Cornell

Members at Large should represent Cornell at any Cornell Club Event.

Responsible Contact

Contact Name:

Kate Van Dalsem

Volunteer Position Title:

Associate Director, West Coast Engagement and Cornell Silicon Valley

Email:

kev37@cornell.edu

Time Commitment

Average Time Commitment: 3-5 hrs/month
Duration: Not Applicable
Term of Office: 2 years
Number of terms in Office: 1 term

Requirements

Hiatus Required? No hiatus required
Dues Required? No

Meetings

Meeting Attendance Required? Yes

Meeting Location(s):

On Campus: No
Off Campus: Yes
Off Campus Location: Determined by region.
Conference Call: Yes
Meetings per year: Monthly

Other Meeting Details: Each club has a different meeting schedule.

Yearly Philanthropic Expectation:

Make a gift to Cornell at a level of individual comfort

Alumni Trustee Election

Vote in the annual trustee election