Two at-large members of the Executive Board serve on behalf of the entire ILA/ACRL membership. Their role includes fostering a broad view of the organization and bringing together various viewpoints for the overall benefit of the Chapter. One at-large member is elected by the membership each year to serve a two-year term.

In the past, the at-large members have assumed a range of responsibilities including appointment to Ad Hoc Committees when needed. An example was the 1991 formation of the Ad Hoc Bylaws Committee headed by the immediate Past President (Jane Kemp) and the two at-large members (Tom Kessler and Mary McInroy).

Schedule of Activities

August
In the year before the term of office begins, candidates for the position of At-Large Member of the Executive Board are contacted by the Nominating Committee. Letters of acceptance must be written and returned to the Committee along with biographical information for the ballot.

October
Attend the ILA Annual Meeting and the ILA/ACRL Business Meeting for the introduction of candidates. The election of Chapter officers occurs by mail ballot immediately after the Annual Meeting, and the term officially begins January 1. The overlap from t he election until assuming the responsibilities of the office allows time for orientation, conversation with the retiring officer, and clarification of the activities that are involved.

November
Attend the transitional ILA/ACRL Executive Board planning meeting, which provides an opportunity to discuss the coming year's activities with the Executive Board. Be prepared to contribute appropriately to the plans and responsibilities that develop.
Additional Executive Board meetings may be called during the year. Plan to attend and assume responsibility as necessary.

April
The Spring Conference traditionally includes a business meeting of the general membership.

October
Attend the ILA Annual Conference and ILA/ACRL business meeting.

November
Attend the Annual Planning Session to effectively complete the first year of the two-year term. At the conclusion of the second cycle, prepare revisions to these Organization Manual pages and submit them to the incoming Vice-President/President-Elect. Transfer archival reports of activities and other papers to the outgoing Secretary/Treasurer and send notes of appreciation to key individuals. The term of office ends on December 31 of the second year.

At-Large Members

1987 Rebecca Johnson, University of Iowa--elected in 1986 for a one-year term
1987 Liga Briedis, Drake University--elected in 1986 for a two-year term
1988 Rebecca Johnson, University of Iowa
1989 Gail Bonath, Grinnell College
1990 Tom Kessler, University of Northern Iowa
1991 Mary McInroy, University of Iowa
1992 Carolynne Lathrop, University of Dubuque
1993 Georgia Quirk, University of Northern Iowa
1994 Marianne Ryan, University of Iowa
1995 Ed Goedeken, Iowa State University
1996 Pam Kress, Loras College (resigned after 1 year)
1997 Joan Loslo, UNI (elected in 1996 for one-year term)
1997 Mary Anne Knefel, University of Dubuque (elected in 1996 for 2-year term)
1998 Richard Reitsma, Northwestern College
1999 Jane Campagna, Scott Community College
2000 Kathy Parsons, Iowa State University
2001 John Pollitz, St. Ambrose University
2002 Jean Donham, Cornell College
2003 Steve Ostrem, University of Iowa
2004 Arron Wings, Kirkwood Community College
2005 Elizabeth Gardner, Southeastern Community College
2006 Jane Campanga, Scott Community College
2007 Duncan Stewart, University of Iowa
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