AASE 2026 Board of Directors — Nominations Now Open

Step forward (or nominate someone) to help lead AASE.

The Association of Academic Support Educators is looking for engaged, committed, and outspoken leaders who can continue the work of AASE. We cannot thrive on legacy alone. We need new voices and new talents to continue the strong trajectory that our predecessors have begun.

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Open Positions

The call for nominations/applications is now open for the following offices. All elected officer roles are functionally a two-year term (Year 1 in the elect role; Year 2 in the primary role). The Chief Diversity Officer is also a two-year role (no-elect position).

President-elect

Support AASE’s strategic direction and prepare to serve as President in Year 2.

2-year track Year 1: Elect

Treasurer-elect

Help steward resources and financial planning; transition into Treasurer in Year 2.

2-year track Year 1: Elect

Secretary-elect

Support governance documentation and Board operations; transition into Secretary in Year 2.

2-year track Year 1: Elect

Chief Diversity Officer

Advance inclusion and belonging across AASE initiatives, programming, and leadership.

2-year role No-elect

Why Serve on the Board?

AASE needs new voices.

Do you know someone with strong organizational skills, visionary and vocal leadership qualities, the ability to make sound decisions, the time available to serve, and a desire to work with a group of the most fabulous professionals in legal education? If this describes you (or an AASE member you know), please consider submitting a nomination.

Board service has real impact.

AASE elected officers manage the resources and programming of our organization. Your Board service will directly impact a community that supports and encourages the scholarly exchange of ideas devoted to improving legal education and the status of academic support professionals.

Key Dates & Voting

A simple timeline so members can see what happens when.

Now
Nominations / Applications open
Submit a nomination or self-nominate using the official form.
April 15, 2026
Deadline to apply
Nominations must include the required materials listed below.
May 1, 2026
Official slate published & voting opens
The President will confirm eligibility and distribute the open ballot by this date.
Conference — Day 1
Voting closes after the last session
Only 1 vote per eligible individual member.
Conference — Day 2
Winners announced
Results will be shared during the annual conference.

Eligibility & Rules

  • Any dues-paid AASE member may submit a nomination or self-nominate.
  • Only Individual Members are eligible to be elected.
  • No one may run for more than one open position at a time.
  • All leadership roles are functionally for a two-year term (Year 1 in the elect role; Year 2 in the primary role).
  • The Chief Diversity Officer is also a two-year role, and no-elect position is in place for that role.

What You’ll Need to Submit

Please come prepared with the items below so your nomination/application can be reviewed efficiently.

Required materials

  • Candidate statement
  • Headshot photo
  • Office for which the person is being nominated/applying

If available

  • Link to the prospective nominee’s faculty page or law school profile page

Submitting a profile link helps members learn more about candidates when reviewing the slate.

Ready to apply or nominate someone?

Submit your form by April 15, 2026. It takes just a few minutes if you have your materials ready.

Open the Form
Tip: If you’re nominating someone else, consider giving them a heads-up so they can provide a candidate statement and headshot.

Questions?

If you are unclear on anything, please reach out to Nachman directly via President@AASELaw.org.