CUR Division Representative (Number of openings available vary by Division)

About the Position
CUR seeks collaborative and capable members with expertise in URSCI to serve as Division Representatives. Division Representatives are a crucial link between the organization and its members, helping to advance undergraduate research through programmatic resource development, networking and mentor development opportunities, advocacy at their home institution, and other activities and events.

Division Representatives are expected to attend their divisional meetings, participate in CUR’s Annual Leadership Meeting, collaborate with other elected volunteer leaders at in-person events (such as ConnectUR), and represent their division in assigned committees, task forces, or working groups within the organization. Any meetings requiring a cost for travel will be the attendee’s responsibility. If elected, CUR can provide a copy of your election letter to administrators you designate to help secure administrative support for your work with CUR and your division.

The Division Representative role is an elected volunteer leadership role that serves a three-year term.

Candidates should review the 2024-2025 Nominations and Elections Booklet to learn more about the qualifications a successful candidate must demonstrate and the responsibilities of this role prior to submitting a nomination.

Qualified candidates should submit their self-nomination and supporting materials by December 15, 2024 at 11:59pm Eastern. Partial submissions will not be reviewed.

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* 1. Nominee Information: The information included in this section should reflect the same information in your CUR profile, please ensure your CUR profile is up to date. If you need help updating your profile, contact us at cur@cur.org.

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* 2. Please select your Primary Division:

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* 3. Please comment on your involvement in undergraduate research activities in the context of your institution and it's mission. (300 words or less)

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* 4. Please share how you have helped promote diversity and inclusion in URSCI? (300 words or less.)

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* 5. Please share how you anticipate your skills will help successfully uphold the following charge?

“CUR Division Representatives advance undergraduate research by providing networking opportunities, activities, and educational content. Their aim is to create and foster community and value within the organization. Representatives support the members of their division in activities and programs that align with the CUR strategic plan, mission, vision, and values.” (300 words or less)

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* 6. If you have served a previous term as Division Representative (previously Division Councilor), are there any particular contributions during your previous term/s that you would like to highlight? (300 words or less)

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* 7. By selecting “Yes” below, you verify you have read the Division Representative Handbook and agree to follow the roles + responsibilities and volunteer leadership policies included if selected.

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* 8. By selecting “Yes” below, you understand that during your term as Division Representative you may be required to attend training and other Division events, including ConnectUR. I understand that securing financial support to attend will be your responsibility and you will not be reimbursed by CUR.

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