Veterinary Medicine (VET) Advisory Council

Chair, College of Veterinary Medicine Advisory Council

Posted by Veterinary Medicine (VET) Advisory Council on 05/14/2014

General Information

Process for Filling Position: Direct appointment by staff or administration
Number of Seats: 1
Location: Non-geographically based
Eligible Constituent(s): Alumni, Parents, Friends

Summary of Position

The chair of the College Advisory Council will be selected by the dean and normally serve for three years; appointments may be extended on a year-to-year basis upon mutual agreement by the chair and dean. The chair serves on the Executive Committee; leads meetings; welcomes newly appointed members to the council prior to the start of their first term; assists with new member orientation; facilitates council meeting executive sessions; works collaboratively with the Office of Alumni Affairs and Development on council programs and initiatives; communicates to the council and other college constituencies from time to time; represents the college at events, public and private gatherings when appropriate.

Cornell Interests:

Colleges/Schools

College of Veterinary Medicine

Talent Expectations: Skills

Communicate

Speak to Groups

Lead meetings and speak to volunteers at the college and university-levels.

Lead/Manage/Serve

Lead a Group

Serve on a Committee or Board

Participate in setting meeting agendas and Volunteer Leadership Summit programming; lead meetings; facilitate executive sessions; help deliver New Member Orientation.

Build/Maintain Relationships

Engage Individuals

Mentor

Represent Cornell

Welcome new members and assist with orientation; represent the college at events; introduce the dean and speakers at events; engage current and potential future volunteers.

Industry Experience:

Animals: Other

Animals: Animal Health & Conservation

Responsible Contact

Contact Name:

Luanne Prosperi Stefanucci

Volunteer Position Title:

Associate Director, Engagement & Volunteer Management

Email:

lps8@cornell.edu

Time Commitment

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

Requirements

Prerequisites The chair is selected based on familiarity with the broad issues pertaining to veterinary medicine and one health. Ability to attend and play a leadership role in the annual Volunteer Leadership Annual Summit is essential. Prior experience as a college-based volunteer is preferred.

Hiatus Required? No hiatus required
Dues Required? No

Meetings

Meeting Attendance Required? Yes

Meeting Location(s):

On Campus: Yes
Off Campus: No
Conference Call: Yes
Meetings per year: 1x year

Other Meeting Details: Attend the Volunteer Leadership Summit, quarterly committee meetings, multiple webinars, and special events.

Additional Attendance Requirements: In addition to Advisory Council meetings and attending and playing a leadership role in the annual Volunteer Leadership Summit, the chair will attend committee meetings and other college functions as applicable.

Yearly Philanthropic Expectation:

$5,000-$9,999

Alumni Trustee Election

Vote in the annual trustee election