The University of the West Indies Alumni Association
The Florida Chapter
Nominations for membership on the Executive Board is now open. Please visit the "Election Page"
UWI Alumni Association, Florida (UWIAAFL)
Call for Nominations: 2024 - 2026 UWIAA-FL Chapter Executive Board
Nominations are being sought for six (6) positions on the October 2024 – October 2026 Executive Board and 3 Members-at-Large positions.
The deadline to receive nominations is September 28, 2024. The positions to be filled are:
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President
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1st Vice-President
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2nd Vice-President
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Treasurer
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Secretary
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Public Relations Officer
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3 Members – at - Large
The term of service is October 2024 – October 2026.
Responsibilities/Duties of Officers (Article VI, By-Laws of the Association)
President
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The President shall preside at all meetings of the Association
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Appoint all chairpersons of committees
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Initiate and / or guide the planning of all projects and activities of the Association
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Represent the Association at all official functions to which it is invited
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Work with his / her successor to discuss duties, responsibilities and any pending business and to provide continuity between administrations
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Liaise with UWI Alumni Central (Mona) on matters of mutual support and interest
First Vice President
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The 1st Vice President shall head important committees of the Association as assigned by the President and Executive committee
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Preside at meetings of the Association in the absence of the President
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Assume all other duties of the President in his / her absence, as stated in the Constitution or as directed by the Executive Committee
Second Vice President
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The Second vice president shall have responsibility for the general administration of the Association and membership
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Assume all other duties as directed by the President or the Executive Committee
Secretary
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The Secretary shall be responsible for keeping a record of all meetings of the Association
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Maintaining a roll of the membership
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Give notice of all meetings
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Ensure that information relevant to the Association and its activities is disseminated to the membership
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Perform other duties as belong to this office or as may be assigned by the committee.
Treasurer
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The Treasurer shall collect and deposit all funds in the name of the Association in a Bank approved by the Committee.
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Pay all bills of the Association and arrange proper disposition of income.
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Collect and record the receipt of annual dues and inform the Secretary accordingly.
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Prepare and submit semi- annual financial statements to the Committee and annual financial statements to the appointed auditors.
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File taxes annually on behalf of the Association.
Public Relations Officer
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The Public Relations Office shall plan activities to enhance the image of the Association locally and overseas.
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Ensure publicity and promotion of all projects and events planned by the Association.
How to Apply
Self-nomination or Nomination by a Member
Individuals who self-nominate should provide the following materials:
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Brief statement of no more than 300 words detailing qualifications. Please include information on any professional or personal attributes you believe you could bring to the board. Please specify the position for which the candidate is nominated.
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Current curriculum vitae
Individuals who are nominating someone else
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Please send the full name, email address and phone number for that individual to the President Diana Turnbull at uwiaafl@gmail.com
Current board members who are interested in continuing to serve in any role
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Please notify the President Diana Turnbull at uwiaafl@gmail.com
There will be a vote should there be other nominees for such seats. Current board members can also nominate other board members for particular seats. Nominees’ material will be reviewed, and nominees interviewed virtually should it be warranted. Members will be elected at the fourth quarterly meeting to be held in October, 2024.