Term Length: Annual Session 2025 - Annual Session 2026

Eligibility Requirements

1. Must be an active predoctoral member at the time of application and throughout the term of office.
2. Must be able to attend all required meetings listed below and conference calls when necessary. 
3. Will complete projects or resolutions assigned by the House of Delegates or Board of Trustees.
4. Must be able to complete assignments and responsibilities by established deadlines.
5. Must have access to video editing software. This will not be provided by ASDA.
6. Experience serving on the Council on Communications is strongly preferred.

Estimated Time Commitment

Estimated time commitment is 4 hours/month which includes council calls and action items. Certain months may require additional time.

Meetings
Must attend and actively participate in the following meetings:

• April 26-27, 2025: In-person Spring Council Meeting (Chicago, IL)
• September 23-24, 2025: Fall Council Meeting (Virtual)
• February 6-8, 2026: In-person ASDA Annual Session (Minneapolis, MN)

National leaders must participate fully (whether it be virtual or in-person) in council business via email, meet deadlines, and attend all council calls.

Funding for required in-person meetings includes: transportation to/from meetings, meals, hotel accommodations, a per diem based on the length of the meeting and reimbursement for baggage fees.

Responsibilities
Digital initiatives strategy

• Works closely with staff to promote ASDA initiatives via social content.
• Acts as a resource for chapter communication efforts (e.g., chapter newsletters and websites).
• Oversees the creation of posts and videos to be posted on social media throughout the term.
• Reviews and approves all content produced by council associates and video production managers. 

Council management 

• Supervises the activities of the Council on Communications.
• Approves all council meeting agendas and minutes.
• Mentors council associates.
• Assists with orientation and transition of new council members.

Term Length: Annual Session 2025 - Annual Session 2026

Eligibility Requirements

1. Must be an active predoctoral member at the time of application and throughout the term of office.
2. Must be able to attend all required meetings listed below and conference calls when necessary.
3. Will complete projects or resolutions assigned by the House of Delegates or Board of Trustees.
4. Must be able to complete assignments and responsibilities by established deadlines.
5. Must have access to video editing software. This will not be provided by ASDA.

Estimated Time Commitment

Estimated time commitment is 3 hours/month which includes council calls and action items. Certain months may require additional time.

Meetings
Must attend and actively participate in the following meetings:

• April 26-27, 2025: In-person Spring Council Meeting (Chicago, IL)
• September 23-24, 2025: Fall Council Meeting (Virtual)

National leaders must participate fully (whether it be virtual or in-person) in council business via email, meet deadlines, and attend all council calls.

Funding for required in-person meetings includes: transportation to/from meetings, meals, hotel accommodations, a per diem based on the length of the meeting and reimbursement for baggage fees.

Responsibilities 
Digital initiatives strategy

• Works closely with staff to promote ASDA initiatives via social media content.
• Create templates to be completed and posted on social media as assigned by the Chair throughout the term.
• Acts as a resource for chapter communication efforts (e.g. chapter newsletters and websites).

Term Length: Annual Session 2025 - Annual Session 2026

Eligibility Requirements

1. Must be an active predoctoral member at the time of application and throughout the term of office.
2. Must be able to attend all required meetings listed below and conference calls when necessary. 
3. Will complete projects or resolutions assigned by the House of Delegates or Board of Trustees.
4. Must complete assignments and responsibilities by established deadlines.
5. Must have access to video editing software. These will not be provided by ASDA.

Estimated Time Commitment

Estimated time commitment is 4 hours/month which includes council calls and action items. Certain months may require additional time.

Meetings
Must attend and actively participate in the following meetings:

• April 26-27, 2025: In-person Spring Council Meeting (Chicago, IL)
• September 23-24, 2025: Fall Council Meeting (Virtual)
• November 8-10, 2024: In-person National Leadership Conference (Chicago, IL)
• February 6-8, 2026: In-person ASDA Annual Session (Minneapolis, MN)

National leaders must participate fully (whether it be virtual or in-person) in council business via email, meet deadlines, and attend all council calls.

Funding for required in-person meetings includes: transportation to/from meetings, meals, hotel accommodations, a per diem based on the length of the meeting and reimbursement for baggage fees.

Responsibilities
Digital initiatives strategy

• Works closely with staff to promote ASDA initiatives via social media videos.
• Creates 2 videos as assigned by the Chair throughout the term.
• Acts as a resource for chapter communication efforts (e.g., chapter newsletters and websites).