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The Alumni Leadership Council is comprised of a broad and diverse cross-section
of members who represent the interests and concerns of the Association’s
constituencies. Council members are to stay informed of Association and University
issues and shall promote the Association and its activities.
The Council’s purpose is to promote the general welfare and interests
of the Association and the University of Michigan. Council members will review
staff research into and studies of Association and/or University and/or alumni
problems and make recommendations. Council members will also review the Association’s
current and proposed initiatives; provide the board, the Association, and its
staff with support and feedback regarding those initiatives; and make recommendations
for future actions.
Composition
The Alumni Leadership Council shall be composed as follows:
| NUMBER |
SOURCE OF REPRESENTATIVES |
MEANS OF ELECTION |
| 5 |
Officers of the Association |
Elected by the Board |
| 15-19 |
Members of the Board of Directors |
Elected by the Association Membership |
| 18-24 |
At-Large Members of the Alumni Leadership Council |
Elected by the Association Membership |
| 10 |
Association Affiliates |
Elected or selected by the Affiliate |
| 4 |
University of Michigan-Dearborn Alumni Society |
Elected or selected by the Alumni Society |
| 4 |
University of Michigan-Flint Alumni Society |
Elected or selected by the Alumni Society |
| 18 |
Educational Affiliates except Dearborn and Flint Alumni Societies |
Elected or selected by the Affiliate |
| 3 |
Alumnae Council of the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan |
Elected or selected by the Alumnae Council |
| 9 |
Club Representatives -- one from each of the nine geographic areas with
the largest concentrations of Association members (as determined by the
Association’s membership statistics). |
Elected or selected by the club(s) in those areas. In areas where there
is more than one club, if the clubs cannot agree on an election/selection
process, the Board (through Clubs Council) shall develop a process for election
or selection. |
| 6 |
At-Large Club Representatives -- representative of groupings of clubs
outside the above nine geographic areas. |
Same as above. |
| 4 |
Student leaders |
Selected by the Alumni Leadership Council, based upon applications solicited
by the Alumni Leadership Council. |
| 2 |
Faculty representatives |
Nominated by the President of the University |
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All Past Chairs of the Board (and Past Presidents of the Association who
served prior to the adoption of these Bylaw) |
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ALC Eligibility
All council members must be members of the Alumni Association and able to attend
council meetings held in the spring and fall (the fall meeting is in conjunction
with Homecoming).
ALC Time Expectation
The monthly time commitment from ALC members is minimal. Commitment can be increased
with involvement in special committees. Council members are expected to provide
two days of service to the Alumni Association at the bi-annual meetings.
ALC Financial Expectation
Council member travel and lodging costs are at one’s own expense; generally
the Association provides meals during the meeting.
ALC Selection to the Council
Council members are elected/selected/appointed by their constituent groups,
with the exception of the at-large members who are elected by the Association’s
membership. A Nominating Committee appointed by the chair reviews candidate
applications and presents a slate at the Association’s annual meeting.
ALC Terms of Service
Members of the council may serve up to two terms, each for three years.
Additional ALC Opportunities
Many council members are interested in providing further service to the Alumni
Association in addition to the council meetings. Opportunities to serve on special
committees occasionally arise and council members should take a proactive role
in expressing their interest in serving on such a committee.
ALC Leadership Possibilities
The Alumni Leadership Council is used as a proving ground for the board of directors.
Council members interested in having a larger role in the Alumni Association
with governing responsibilities should become involved in additional committees,
seek out responsibilities and communicate interest.
The board of directors is comprised of 20 to 24 members who have full fiduciary
responsibility and accountability for detailed Association decision-making.
Board members will review and advice on personnel policy, staff development,
and organizational structure; financial planning, including investments, and
setting the annual budgets of the Association; ensuring the proper maintenance
and development of Association land, buildings, equipment, and other facilities,
including the Alumni Center and Michigania; and for developing policies and
recommending processes which ensure the Association remains a dynamic and efficient
organization.
Board of Director’s Officers
The officers for the board serve a two-year term and are:
- Chair of the Board of Directors
- Chair-Elect of the Board of Directors (even numbered years)
- Treasurer
- Secretary
- Immediate Past Chair of the Board
- President of the Alumni Association
Board of Directors Eligibility
All board members must be members of the Alumni Association and attend 75% of
meetings in each 12 months. A member’s travel and lodging costs are at
his or her own expense; the Association provides meals during the meeting.
Election to the Board of Directors
A Nominating Committee appointed by the chair reviews candidate applications
and presents a slate of board members and officers for election at the Association’s
annual meeting.
Board of Directors Terms of Service
Directors may serve up to two terms, each for three years. Officers of the board
shall serve two-year terms.
Board of Director’s Audit Committee
The Audit Committee consists of the chair of the board, chair-elect or immediate
past chair, treasurer and five directors appointed by the chair of the board
and serve two-year terms. Committee members will secure an annual audit of the
Association’s books and accounts.
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