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Nominating and Elections Committee

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Erin Kelly NEC Chair and Southern Election Area Representative 2022-2023 Nominating and Elections Committee NECSouth @ nsnainc . org
Greetings , NSNA Members ! My name is Erin Kelly , and I am the Chair and Southern Area Election Representative for the Nominating and Elections Committee , commonly known as the “ NEC .” It was a pleasure meeting many of you at the NSNA 70th Anniversary Convention last April , in Salt Lake City , Utah .
The NEC is here to seek out , encourage , and assist NSNA ’ s most qualified members in their efforts to serve the organization in the role of national officers . As we get closer to the upcoming conference dates , it becomes a more prevalent discussion on who is qualified to run for a national position , what the process of running as a candidate looks like , and what the various positions entail .
You might wonder what qualities we look for when we evaluate candidates . If so , ask yourself the following questions : Are you passionate , energetic , and committed to supporting fellow student nurses ? Are you dedicated to upholding NSNA ’ s Core Values ? Are you accountable and honest ? Could you be the kind of leader that you would follow ? If you answer these questions , NSNA leadership is a great next step for you !
There are two ways to run for a national position , Pre-Slating and Running from the Floor . These are explained in detail on the NSNA NEC webpage . On this page , you will also find the link to request information for the National Office , a PowerPoint entitled “ How to Run for National Office ,” the Digest of Information for 2023 NSNA Candidates , and the Candidate ’ s Schedule for the Annual Convention . These resources detail what each position includes and how campaigning works .
If you have any questions about running for office , don ’ t hesitate to contact your NEC Election Area Representative ; we will be happy to help !
• Erin Kelly – NEC Chair and South – NECSouth @ nsnainc . org
• Elizabeth Hemmes – NEC North – NECNorth @ nsnsnainc . org
• Mikayla Shankweiler – NEC East – NECEast @ nsnainc . org
• Janelle Rafanan – NEC West – NECWest @ nsnainc . org
The NEC is excited to meet you at the upcoming NSNA 40th Midyear Conference in Virginia Beach , VA , from Nov 10th-13th , 2022 ! We are here for you , so even if you are not positive about your decision to run , please bring us any questions or concerns . Remember , as a student nurse , you are a leader ! Please help us to help you unleash the extraordinary leader within you ! n
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