We
are no longer accepting applications for the HOD Reference Committees
student positions. Please check back next year, if you would
like to participate at AAPA's annual conference in 2009.
Reference
Committees: Resolutions presented to the House of Delegates
(HOD) during the annual AAPA conference are assigned to a Reference
Committee (typically A, B, or C). It often helps to think of these
as sessions, during which resolutions will be presented and debated.
Each committee hears all proposed resolutions that are relevant
to a distinct category. These typically include such categories
as bylaws and policies, legislative, educational, constituent relations,
etc. By doing this, resolutions are more organized and debate is
more effective.
For
each Reference Committee, there is an appointed group of individuals
who direct and hear debate from the floor. Typically this involves
approximately 5 individuals, including one student seat for each
committee. They are appointed by HOD officers and play a very important
role. At the end of the session, this group of individuals convenes
to discuss the resolutions, the points presented during debate,
and relevance to other AAPA policies. With this information, the
Reference Committee makes a recommendation to the entire HOD regarding
each proposed resolution. The HOD is not obligated to follow that
recommendation when voting, but a prepared Reference Committee usually
offers tremendous insight and assistance to the Delegates that will
be voting.
For
a student, this is a tremendous opportunity to learn the inner workings
of the HOD and make a true impact upon your profession. The appointed
students will work along side both experienced and novice Academy
members. The efforts and work of student members is greatly appreciated
and past student members have offered fresh and insightful input.
The House officers are not looking for any specific experience or
type of person. Rather, they desire individuals who are prepared,
committed, and will actively participate to benefit the entire AAPA.
We encourage you to apply and make a difference in your profession.
To apply you are NOT required to be the HOD representative
for your school.
Required
Meetings and Duties
- Maintain communication
with Chief Delegate, House officers, and Reference Committee
members.
- Read and research proposed
resolutions for your Reference Committee prior to conference.
These are usually sent in April prior to conference.
- Attend the annual AAPA
conference in San Antonio, Texas during May 2008.
- Be present at the respective
Reference Committee to hear debate of proposed resolutions.
- Convene with Reference
Committee that night to formulate recommendations.
- Be present for House
voting on the last day of the HOD.
