In addition to actively participating in team tasks, board members oversee general club operations. All students can serve on the board regardless of their major. As compensation for the added time commitment, board members’ club dues will be waived. Board members will also have top priority to attend Regional and National EWB conferences.
A list of anticipated responsibilities and time commitment is provided below. Of course, the scope of each role is not confined to what is outlined. If you are interested in serving on the board or have questions, please email Ashleigh Restad. Elections have been postponed to the week of October 19th. Please express your interest no later than Thursday, October 15th at 5 p.m. A ballot will be sent on Monday, October 19th to all EWB club members via email. Ballots will be accepted until Friday, October 23rd.
Board position openings:
Chapter President
- Conduct and organize Board meetings
- Delegate chapter/EWB-USA responsibilities
- Ensure that all club-wide tasks are completed
- Continually improve chapter strength, relationships with community members, donors, and the College of Engineering
Estimated average weekly time commitment: 2 hours
V.P. of Finances
- Track and approve financial decisions
- Deposit membership dues
- Makes chapter-related purchases (food, t-shirts, etc.)
Estimated average weekly time commitment: 0.75 hours
V.P. of Personnel
- Keep membership records
- Inform all EWB members of club information and events
- Manages club e-mail account
Estimated average weekly time commitment: 1.5 hours
V.P. of Projects
- Remain aware of the Mexico, Peru, and Uganda Teams’ project progress
- Inform teams of all required reports and paperwork to be submitted to EWB-USA
- Ensure reports and paperwork are submitted on time to EWB-USA
Estimated average weekly time commitment: 1.5 hours
V.P. of Fundraising
- Search for grants and other funding opportunities
- Complete (or delegate) necessary forms, essays, or presentations for funding
- Approve and/or inform Executive Director of Development of potential/incoming funds
Estimated average weekly time commitment: 1 hour
Local Projects Coordinator
- Search for local service projects that EWB-USU can take part in and coordinate club participation in projects
Estimated average weekly time commitment: 1 hour
