The National Association for School-University Patnerships is seeking three co-chair positions for the upcoming term:
- Co-Chair of Conference and Programs Committee
- Co-Chair of Policy, Advocacy & External Relations (PAER) Committee
- Co-Chair of Antiracism Committee
These positions are 3-year volunteer commitments, running July 2026-June 2029. Applicants should be active members of NASUP. Interested persons should send a vitae or resume and letter of interest to NASUP President Jenn Jacobs. The application process for all open chair positions will close on April 27, 2026. Details for each position are listed below.
Call for Conference and Programs Co-Chair
The National Association for School-University Partnerships is seeking a Co-Chair for the Conference and Programs Committee. This is a 3-year volunteer position, running July 2026-June 2029. The Conference and Programs Chair leads the activities of the Conference and Programs Committee as defined by the NASUP by-laws:
4.3.2.1 The Conferences and Programs Committee shall be responsible for developing regular initiatives and events. This committee shall coordinate and supervise Association program activities and shall coordinate with other committees and the Executive Leadership Committee. The annual Conference committee shall be a sub-committee of this group. The Committee Chair recommends annual Conference Chair(s) for approval by the Executive Leadership Committee. The Committee Chair will serve on the annual conference committee and be the liaison between the Executive Leadership Committee and the annual Conference Chairs. Sub-committees may be formed with the approval of the Executive Leadership Committee.
General Committee Chair Expectations:
- Recruit committee members and/or fill vacant committee member positions
- Convene and facilitate regular committee meetings
- Maintain accurate records of the committee
- Attend monthly leadership meetings and report on committee activity
- Provide voice, insight, and perspective about membership needs to the Association Leadership
- Develop and maintain a vision for the committee that aligns with NASUP vision and mission
- Assumes responsibility for leading designated committee to accomplish the committee’s tasks and activities
Applicants should be active members of NASUP. Interested persons should send a vitae or resume and letter of interest to NASUP President Jenn Jacobs. The application process will close on April 27, 2026.
Call for Policy, Advocacy and External Relations (PAER) Co-Chair
The National Association for School-University Partnerships is seeking a Co-Chair for the PAER Committee. This is a 3-year volunteer position, running July 2026-June 2029. The PAER Chair leads the activities of the PAER Committee as defined by the NASUP by-laws:
4.3.2.3 The Policy, Advocacy and External Relations Committee shall administer any liaison activities between the Association and those groups and committees at the federal, state and local levels and other professional organizations that concern the work of the Professional Development School movement and other school-university partnerships. Sub-committees may be formed with the approval of the Executive Leadership Committee.
General Committee Chair Expectations:
- Recruit committee members and/or fill vacant committee member positions
- Convene and facilitate regular committee meetings
- Maintain accurate records of the committee
- Attend monthly leadership meetings and report on committee activity
- Provide voice, insight, and perspective about membership needs to the Association Leadership
- Develop and maintain a vision for the committee that aligns with NASUP vision and mission
- Assumes responsibility for leading designated committee to accomplish the committee’s tasks and activities
Applicants should be active members of NASUP. Interested persons should send a vitae or resume and letter of interest to NASUP President Jenn Jacobs. The application process will close on April 27, 2026.
Call for Antiracism Co-Chair
The National Association for School-University Partnerships is seeking a Co-Chair for the Antiracism Committee. This is a 3-year volunteer position, running July 2026-June 2029. The Antiracism Chair leads the activities of the Antiracism Committee as defined by the NASUP by-laws:
4.3.2.7 The Anti-Racism Committee shall articulate the values of diversity in all its dimensions including but not limited to race, gender, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, physical abilities, and others. The committee works towards equity, inclusion, and social justice and develops goals and initiatives which embrace an organizational culture that is strengthened by multiple perspectives.
General Committee Chair Expectations:
- Recruit committee members and/or fill vacant committee member positions
- Convene and facilitate regular committee meetings
- Maintain accurate records of the committee
- Attend monthly leadership meetings and report on committee activity
- Provide voice, insight, and perspective about membership needs to the Association Leadership
- Develop and maintain a vision for the committee that aligns with NASUP vision and mission
- Assumes responsibility for leading designated committee to accomplish the committee’s tasks and activities
Applicants should be active members of NASUP. Interested persons should send a vitae or resume and letter of interest to NASUP President Jenn Jacobs. The application process will close on April 27, 2026.