WVASPA Board of Directors Candidate Profiles
The election for the WVASPA Board of Directors will be held online via electronic ballot September 9-16, 2015. The voting will close at 5:00 p.m. on September 16, 2015. To view a complete list of duties for each Board of Directors position, please view the WVASPA Constitution. Scroll to the bottom of the page for the link to vote. You will only be able to vote once.
President-Elect
Dr. Mordecai Brownlee
Mordecai is the Dean of Students and an Instructor at the University of Charleston, located in Charleston, West Virginia. He received his Ed.D in Educational Leadership from Lamar University, M.S. in Human Resource Management and B.A. in Mass Communication & Political Science degrees from Houston Baptist University, and his A.A. in Liberal Arts degree from Kingwood College. He has over twelve years of experience in program development and management, and over ten years of progressive experience in Higher Education Administration. Mordecai’s research specializations include first/second-year student collegiate success, persistence, enrollment management, workforce education, corporate development, and high-stakes (standardized) testing.
Statement of Interest
It is with great honor that I accept the nomination of President Elect for the West Virginia Association of Student Personnel Administrators (WVASPA). With over 10 years of progressive experience in higher education and over 12 years serving in fiscal, operations, and project management roles, as the President Elect I would work with my fellow board members and WVASPA membership to ensure the purpose and mission of our association are met with excellence. Furthermore, we would work collaboratively to support the initiatives of past leadership, while strategically looking for ways to advance our organization to meet the needs of today’s student personnel professionals.
In addition to my professional experience, I have also had the pleasure of serving as a board member for the Southwest Education Research Association, and serving with the National Orientation Directors Association. With experience in both the community college and four-year college systems, I bring a perspective that I hope our WVASPA membership finds useful and relevant. Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve our membership.
Mordecai is the Dean of Students and an Instructor at the University of Charleston, located in Charleston, West Virginia. He received his Ed.D in Educational Leadership from Lamar University, M.S. in Human Resource Management and B.A. in Mass Communication & Political Science degrees from Houston Baptist University, and his A.A. in Liberal Arts degree from Kingwood College. He has over twelve years of experience in program development and management, and over ten years of progressive experience in Higher Education Administration. Mordecai’s research specializations include first/second-year student collegiate success, persistence, enrollment management, workforce education, corporate development, and high-stakes (standardized) testing.
Statement of Interest
It is with great honor that I accept the nomination of President Elect for the West Virginia Association of Student Personnel Administrators (WVASPA). With over 10 years of progressive experience in higher education and over 12 years serving in fiscal, operations, and project management roles, as the President Elect I would work with my fellow board members and WVASPA membership to ensure the purpose and mission of our association are met with excellence. Furthermore, we would work collaboratively to support the initiatives of past leadership, while strategically looking for ways to advance our organization to meet the needs of today’s student personnel professionals.
In addition to my professional experience, I have also had the pleasure of serving as a board member for the Southwest Education Research Association, and serving with the National Orientation Directors Association. With experience in both the community college and four-year college systems, I bring a perspective that I hope our WVASPA membership finds useful and relevant. Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve our membership.
Emily Sands
Sands received a Bachelor degree in Exercise Science and a Master’s Degree in Higher Education from the University of Toledo. She started as a Resident Director at the WVU Institute of Technology in the Fall of 2010. For the last year, she served as interim Associate Dean of Students and was appointed this past summer as the Associate Dean of Students at WVU Tech.
Statement of Interest
I am honored to be nominated for the position of Secretary for WVASPA. I am very interested in the future of Higher Education in the State of West Virginia, especially that of Student Affairs. I would love to see the different partnerships that we can form with other Student Services organizations in both West Virginia and our region to help determine how best and most efficiently we can serve our students. There is such a wealth of knowledge and best practices that can be shared between institutions and I would be very honored to be able to continue and encourage the sharing of that information. I would be very excited to be a part the leadership that continues and helps WVASPA to continue to grow and flourish.
Sands received a Bachelor degree in Exercise Science and a Master’s Degree in Higher Education from the University of Toledo. She started as a Resident Director at the WVU Institute of Technology in the Fall of 2010. For the last year, she served as interim Associate Dean of Students and was appointed this past summer as the Associate Dean of Students at WVU Tech.
Statement of Interest
I am honored to be nominated for the position of Secretary for WVASPA. I am very interested in the future of Higher Education in the State of West Virginia, especially that of Student Affairs. I would love to see the different partnerships that we can form with other Student Services organizations in both West Virginia and our region to help determine how best and most efficiently we can serve our students. There is such a wealth of knowledge and best practices that can be shared between institutions and I would be very honored to be able to continue and encourage the sharing of that information. I would be very excited to be a part the leadership that continues and helps WVASPA to continue to grow and flourish.
Secretary
Emily Sands
Sands received a Bachelor degree in Exercise Science and a Master’s Degree in Higher Education from the University of Toledo. She started as a Resident Director at the WVU Institute of Technology in the Fall of 2010. For the last year, she served as interim Associate Dean of Students and was appointed this past summer as the Associate Dean of Students at WVU Tech.
Statement of Interest
I am honored to be nominated for the position of President Elect for WVASPA. I am very interested in the future of Higher Education in the State of West Virginia, especially that of Student Affairs. I would love to see the different partnerships that we can form with other Student Services organizations in both West Virginia and our region to help determine how best and most efficiently we can serve our students. There is such a wealth of knowledge and best practices that can be shared between institutions and I would be very honored to be able to continue and encourage the sharing of that information. I would be very excited to be a part the leadership that continues and helps WVASPA to continue to grow and flourish.
Sands received a Bachelor degree in Exercise Science and a Master’s Degree in Higher Education from the University of Toledo. She started as a Resident Director at the WVU Institute of Technology in the Fall of 2010. For the last year, she served as interim Associate Dean of Students and was appointed this past summer as the Associate Dean of Students at WVU Tech.
Statement of Interest
I am honored to be nominated for the position of President Elect for WVASPA. I am very interested in the future of Higher Education in the State of West Virginia, especially that of Student Affairs. I would love to see the different partnerships that we can form with other Student Services organizations in both West Virginia and our region to help determine how best and most efficiently we can serve our students. There is such a wealth of knowledge and best practices that can be shared between institutions and I would be very honored to be able to continue and encourage the sharing of that information. I would be very excited to be a part the leadership that continues and helps WVASPA to continue to grow and flourish.
Treasurer
Dr. Mordecai Brownlee
Mordecai is the Dean of Students and an Instructor at the University of Charleston, located in Charleston, West Virginia. He received his Ed.D in Educational Leadership from Lamar University, M.S. in Human Resource Management and B.A. in Mass Communication & Political Science degrees from Houston Baptist University, and his A.A. in Liberal Arts degree from Kingwood College. He has over twelve years of experience in program development and management, and over ten years of progressive experience in Higher Education Administration. Mordecai’s research specializations include first/second-year student collegiate success, persistence, enrollment management, workforce education, corporate development, and high-stakes (standardized) testing.
Statement of Interest
It is with great honor that I accept the nomination of Treasurer for the West Virginia Association of Student Personnel Administrators (WVASPA). With over 10 years of progressive experience in higher education and over 12 years serving in fiscal, operations, and project management roles, as the Treasurer I would work with my fellow board members and WVASPA membership to ensure the purpose and mission of our association are met with excellence.
In addition to my professional experience, I have also had the pleasure of serving as a board member for the Southwest Education Research Association, and serving with the National Orientation Directors Association. With experience in both the community college and four-year college systems, I bring a perspective that I hope our WVASPA membership finds useful and relevant. Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve our membership.
Mordecai is the Dean of Students and an Instructor at the University of Charleston, located in Charleston, West Virginia. He received his Ed.D in Educational Leadership from Lamar University, M.S. in Human Resource Management and B.A. in Mass Communication & Political Science degrees from Houston Baptist University, and his A.A. in Liberal Arts degree from Kingwood College. He has over twelve years of experience in program development and management, and over ten years of progressive experience in Higher Education Administration. Mordecai’s research specializations include first/second-year student collegiate success, persistence, enrollment management, workforce education, corporate development, and high-stakes (standardized) testing.
Statement of Interest
It is with great honor that I accept the nomination of Treasurer for the West Virginia Association of Student Personnel Administrators (WVASPA). With over 10 years of progressive experience in higher education and over 12 years serving in fiscal, operations, and project management roles, as the Treasurer I would work with my fellow board members and WVASPA membership to ensure the purpose and mission of our association are met with excellence.
In addition to my professional experience, I have also had the pleasure of serving as a board member for the Southwest Education Research Association, and serving with the National Orientation Directors Association. With experience in both the community college and four-year college systems, I bring a perspective that I hope our WVASPA membership finds useful and relevant. Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve our membership.
Andrew Lewis
Lewis has been working in higher education for almost 10 years, and with the WVASPA organization for almost that entire time. He graduated from West Liberty University with a degree is Elementary Education in 2005. After graduation, he worked at West Liberty for three years as an Area Coordinator for First Year Residential Experience. While working, he received my Masters of Arts in Education from AIU in 2007. After he left WLU, Lewis worked as a Resident Director at Glenville State College for four years. Since leaving GSC, Lewis has been working as Director of Residence Life at Bethany College. He has recently started work towards a PhD in Organizational Learning and Leadership from Gannon University.
Statement of Interest:
Throughout my work in Higher Education I have held almost every possible position within WVASPA, from President to Housing Representative. I currently serve as Treasurer and have done so for almost three years. I accept the nomination of Treasurer for the upcoming year and hope to fulfill this role to continue the work with the WVASPA organization.
Lewis has been working in higher education for almost 10 years, and with the WVASPA organization for almost that entire time. He graduated from West Liberty University with a degree is Elementary Education in 2005. After graduation, he worked at West Liberty for three years as an Area Coordinator for First Year Residential Experience. While working, he received my Masters of Arts in Education from AIU in 2007. After he left WLU, Lewis worked as a Resident Director at Glenville State College for four years. Since leaving GSC, Lewis has been working as Director of Residence Life at Bethany College. He has recently started work towards a PhD in Organizational Learning and Leadership from Gannon University.
Statement of Interest:
Throughout my work in Higher Education I have held almost every possible position within WVASPA, from President to Housing Representative. I currently serve as Treasurer and have done so for almost three years. I accept the nomination of Treasurer for the upcoming year and hope to fulfill this role to continue the work with the WVASPA organization.
Historian
Candice Stadler
Candice Stadler currently serves as the Director of Career Services and the Supervisor of Student Success Peer Coach Program at New River Community and Technical College in southern West Virginia. Previously, she served at Western State College of Colorado in Gunnison, Colorado, West Virginia Northern Community College in Wheeling, WV, and the University of Charleston in Charleston, WV. Her student affairs experience includes: college admissions, first year experience, academic advising, career services and student leadership programs. Candice earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History with a minor in leadership in 2003 and a Master of Science degree in Human Resource Management in 2005 from the University of Charleston. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education degree educational leadership (higher education) Marshall University. In the past, she has served as WVASPA’s revitalization committee and is currently serving as the organization’s immediate-past president. Candice has presented at state, regional and national conferences for student affairs professionals on career development, retention, student leadership, and advising.
Statement of Interest
I am excited to accept the nomination of Historian for the West Virginia Association of Student Personnel Administrators (WVASPA). Serving on the WVASPA Board of Directors for the last several years has been a privilege and honor that I would love to continue. The experience has poised me with the skills and knowledge to document WVASPA’s history. Should I be elected for the position of historian, I will continue to work with the Board of Directors to execute quality, affordable professional development opportunities for West Virginia student affairs professionals. Thank you for the opportunity.
Candice Stadler currently serves as the Director of Career Services and the Supervisor of Student Success Peer Coach Program at New River Community and Technical College in southern West Virginia. Previously, she served at Western State College of Colorado in Gunnison, Colorado, West Virginia Northern Community College in Wheeling, WV, and the University of Charleston in Charleston, WV. Her student affairs experience includes: college admissions, first year experience, academic advising, career services and student leadership programs. Candice earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History with a minor in leadership in 2003 and a Master of Science degree in Human Resource Management in 2005 from the University of Charleston. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education degree educational leadership (higher education) Marshall University. In the past, she has served as WVASPA’s revitalization committee and is currently serving as the organization’s immediate-past president. Candice has presented at state, regional and national conferences for student affairs professionals on career development, retention, student leadership, and advising.
Statement of Interest
I am excited to accept the nomination of Historian for the West Virginia Association of Student Personnel Administrators (WVASPA). Serving on the WVASPA Board of Directors for the last several years has been a privilege and honor that I would love to continue. The experience has poised me with the skills and knowledge to document WVASPA’s history. Should I be elected for the position of historian, I will continue to work with the Board of Directors to execute quality, affordable professional development opportunities for West Virginia student affairs professionals. Thank you for the opportunity.
Communications and Web Page Editor
Lee Tabor
Originally from the mountains of West Virginia, Lee Tabor has been a son of Marshall since 2001. While attending Marshall University as an undergraduate, Tabor received a Bachelors of Arts in Advertising. After completion of his undergraduate degree, he made the move to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for a job in sports marketing. In 2011, he returned to Huntington, WV and Marshall University to pursue a Masters of Arts in Journalism with an emphasis in Public Relations. Before graduation, Tabor transitioned into the role of Coordinator of Student Activities where he remains today. He resides in Huntington, WV with his Great Dane Lily and cat Tucker.
Statement of Interest
I am interested in involvement with the West Virginia Association of Personnel Administrators to assist in continuing the growth of the organization and the professional participation from those individuals within the state. Too often we forget as an institution that we have such a large support mechanism within the state. We need to develop these networking and professional connections to project each of our programs further toward complete success. The position of Communications and Web Coordinator is a position I am all too familiar with. This position I held previously and enjoyed the opportunity to connect with various constituents within the state.
Originally from the mountains of West Virginia, Lee Tabor has been a son of Marshall since 2001. While attending Marshall University as an undergraduate, Tabor received a Bachelors of Arts in Advertising. After completion of his undergraduate degree, he made the move to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for a job in sports marketing. In 2011, he returned to Huntington, WV and Marshall University to pursue a Masters of Arts in Journalism with an emphasis in Public Relations. Before graduation, Tabor transitioned into the role of Coordinator of Student Activities where he remains today. He resides in Huntington, WV with his Great Dane Lily and cat Tucker.
Statement of Interest
I am interested in involvement with the West Virginia Association of Personnel Administrators to assist in continuing the growth of the organization and the professional participation from those individuals within the state. Too often we forget as an institution that we have such a large support mechanism within the state. We need to develop these networking and professional connections to project each of our programs further toward complete success. The position of Communications and Web Coordinator is a position I am all too familiar with. This position I held previously and enjoyed the opportunity to connect with various constituents within the state.
Member-at-Large (4 positions available)
Jamie Bero
Bero is the Director of Student Affairs at the University of Charleston School of Pharmacy. In this role, she primarily works with the student leadership and advisors. Currently, she is planning the fall student leadership retreat. Bero chairs the Convocation Committee. Convocation is held weekly as a value-added opportunity to present topics that are not covered within the curriculum. She is the Head Cheerleading Coach for the University of Charleston and enjoy this fun aspect of my life. Bero is serving her seventh year as the College Chapter Director (advisor) for the Delta Zeta Sorority chapter at Marshall University. She am a graduate of The Ohio State University with a degree in Educational Policy & Leadership. She is running the Marshall Marathon on November 1.
Statement of Interest
I am interested in the WVASPA Member at Large position and perceive it as a way to get involved in the region. I have planned several conferences/meetings in the past and would look forward to serving on the annual conference committee. I currently advise the Student National Pharmaceutical Association (SNPhA) at the University of Charleston and we are hosting the Region I & II conference in April, 2016. As the Member at Large, I most look forward to working with the membership to provide information and resources on currents trends and hot topics in the areas of student services and student affairs, I have a lot of energy and enthusiasm and look forward to having the opportunity to apply these traits in a professional capacity.
Bero is the Director of Student Affairs at the University of Charleston School of Pharmacy. In this role, she primarily works with the student leadership and advisors. Currently, she is planning the fall student leadership retreat. Bero chairs the Convocation Committee. Convocation is held weekly as a value-added opportunity to present topics that are not covered within the curriculum. She is the Head Cheerleading Coach for the University of Charleston and enjoy this fun aspect of my life. Bero is serving her seventh year as the College Chapter Director (advisor) for the Delta Zeta Sorority chapter at Marshall University. She am a graduate of The Ohio State University with a degree in Educational Policy & Leadership. She is running the Marshall Marathon on November 1.
Statement of Interest
I am interested in the WVASPA Member at Large position and perceive it as a way to get involved in the region. I have planned several conferences/meetings in the past and would look forward to serving on the annual conference committee. I currently advise the Student National Pharmaceutical Association (SNPhA) at the University of Charleston and we are hosting the Region I & II conference in April, 2016. As the Member at Large, I most look forward to working with the membership to provide information and resources on currents trends and hot topics in the areas of student services and student affairs, I have a lot of energy and enthusiasm and look forward to having the opportunity to apply these traits in a professional capacity.
Dr. Mordecai Brownlee
Mordecai is the Dean of Students and an Instructor at the University of Charleston, located in Charleston, West Virginia. He received his Ed.D in Educational Leadership from Lamar University, M.S. in Human Resource Management and B.A. in Mass Communication & Political Science degrees from Houston Baptist University, and his A.A. in Liberal Arts degree from Kingwood College. He has over twelve years of experience in program development and management, and over ten years of progressive experience in Higher Education Administration. Mordecai’s research specializations include first/second-year student collegiate success, persistence, enrollment management, workforce education, corporate development, and high-stakes (standardized) testing.
Statement of Interest
It is with great honor that I accept the nomination of Member At Large for the West Virginia Association of Student Personnel Administrators (WVASPA). With over 10 years of progressive experience in higher education and over 12 years serving in fiscal, operations, and project management roles, as the Member At Large I would work with my fellow board members and WVASPA membership to ensure the purpose and mission of our association are met with excellence.
In addition to my professional experience, I have also had the pleasure of serving as a board member for the Southwest Education Research Association, and serving with the National Orientation Directors Association. With experience in both the community college and four-year college systems, I bring a perspective that I hope our WVASPA membership finds useful and relevant. Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve our membership.
Mordecai is the Dean of Students and an Instructor at the University of Charleston, located in Charleston, West Virginia. He received his Ed.D in Educational Leadership from Lamar University, M.S. in Human Resource Management and B.A. in Mass Communication & Political Science degrees from Houston Baptist University, and his A.A. in Liberal Arts degree from Kingwood College. He has over twelve years of experience in program development and management, and over ten years of progressive experience in Higher Education Administration. Mordecai’s research specializations include first/second-year student collegiate success, persistence, enrollment management, workforce education, corporate development, and high-stakes (standardized) testing.
Statement of Interest
It is with great honor that I accept the nomination of Member At Large for the West Virginia Association of Student Personnel Administrators (WVASPA). With over 10 years of progressive experience in higher education and over 12 years serving in fiscal, operations, and project management roles, as the Member At Large I would work with my fellow board members and WVASPA membership to ensure the purpose and mission of our association are met with excellence.
In addition to my professional experience, I have also had the pleasure of serving as a board member for the Southwest Education Research Association, and serving with the National Orientation Directors Association. With experience in both the community college and four-year college systems, I bring a perspective that I hope our WVASPA membership finds useful and relevant. Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve our membership.
Steven Jarvis
Steven Jarvis is a Program Specialist in the Academic Success Center at Concord University. He is a proud graduate of Concord (College) University and has been honored to work there for over 15 years since his graduation. He is a certified Appreciative Advisor and enjoys working directly with students and the joy and the surprise that working in a one-stop shop may bring. Besides the ASC, he has worked in housing, admissions, food service, the campus bookstore, intramurals and many other areas of higher education. Steve is currently enrolled at Southern New Hampshire University and is working to obtain a Master of Science in Higher Education Administration. Besides work, Steve is a calligrapher, ravenous about all things Appalachian, and serves as an advisor to a national fraternity and is an adjunct instructor of developmental writing. Steve resides in Athens, West Virginia with his “doghter,” Isabella, and his newly-adopted, feline friend, Little Bitty Kitty.
Steven Jarvis is a Program Specialist in the Academic Success Center at Concord University. He is a proud graduate of Concord (College) University and has been honored to work there for over 15 years since his graduation. He is a certified Appreciative Advisor and enjoys working directly with students and the joy and the surprise that working in a one-stop shop may bring. Besides the ASC, he has worked in housing, admissions, food service, the campus bookstore, intramurals and many other areas of higher education. Steve is currently enrolled at Southern New Hampshire University and is working to obtain a Master of Science in Higher Education Administration. Besides work, Steve is a calligrapher, ravenous about all things Appalachian, and serves as an advisor to a national fraternity and is an adjunct instructor of developmental writing. Steve resides in Athens, West Virginia with his “doghter,” Isabella, and his newly-adopted, feline friend, Little Bitty Kitty.
Michael Sheldon
Sheldon has been involved with student affairs on a professional and paraprofessional level for the last thirteen years. After getting his undergraduate and graduate degrees at WVU, he has worked at WVU Tech for the past five years, working primarily as a Resident Director but also working with international students, event planning, advising, intramurals and other campus activities.
Statement of Interest
I have been an active member of WVASPA for the last three years and an officer for the last one and a half.
Sheldon has been involved with student affairs on a professional and paraprofessional level for the last thirteen years. After getting his undergraduate and graduate degrees at WVU, he has worked at WVU Tech for the past five years, working primarily as a Resident Director but also working with international students, event planning, advising, intramurals and other campus activities.
Statement of Interest
I have been an active member of WVASPA for the last three years and an officer for the last one and a half.
Phil Shipley
Shipley was born and raised here in the great state of West Virginia. He attended the University of Charleston where he fell in love with helping students in his Resident Assistant role and through his involvement in student programming. During those undergraduate years, Shipley became a Student Life Junkie, taking advantage of every opportunity Student Life had to offer. He stayed at UC for his graduate work and also served as a Resident Director. After graduation, he accepted a position at West Virginia Wesleyan College where he served in a variety of Student Life and Residence Life roles during his five and half years there. Following WVWC, Shipley moved to Florida and worked at Northwood University for four years in Student Affairs / Residence Life. In October 2014, he was given the opportunity to return to WV and work at West Virginia University where he currently serves as the Assistant Director of Housing and Residence Life.
Statement of Interest
I’m interested in joining the WVASPA executive team because I believe in this organization and what it does. I want to help this organization to grow and provide support to our members. I had the pleasure of briefly serving on the board prior to moving to Florida and I truly enjoyed my involvement. I believe I have a variety of professional and personal experiences that have prepared me for this opportunity, but my passion for helping others is equally important.
Shipley was born and raised here in the great state of West Virginia. He attended the University of Charleston where he fell in love with helping students in his Resident Assistant role and through his involvement in student programming. During those undergraduate years, Shipley became a Student Life Junkie, taking advantage of every opportunity Student Life had to offer. He stayed at UC for his graduate work and also served as a Resident Director. After graduation, he accepted a position at West Virginia Wesleyan College where he served in a variety of Student Life and Residence Life roles during his five and half years there. Following WVWC, Shipley moved to Florida and worked at Northwood University for four years in Student Affairs / Residence Life. In October 2014, he was given the opportunity to return to WV and work at West Virginia University where he currently serves as the Assistant Director of Housing and Residence Life.
Statement of Interest
I’m interested in joining the WVASPA executive team because I believe in this organization and what it does. I want to help this organization to grow and provide support to our members. I had the pleasure of briefly serving on the board prior to moving to Florida and I truly enjoyed my involvement. I believe I have a variety of professional and personal experiences that have prepared me for this opportunity, but my passion for helping others is equally important.
Zacary Tardiff
Originally from East Brunswick, NJ, Zacary J. Tardiff has been involved with West Virginia University since 2004. While attending West Virginia University as an undergraduate student Zacary earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education majoring in Sport Management and minoring in Business Administration and Communication Studies. After completing his degree in December 2008, Zacary went on to obtain a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the West Virginia University College of Business & Economics. Zacary currently serves West Virginia University as the Residence Hall Coordinator of Oakland Hall West and as the Interim Assistant Director of Housing & Residence Life. He resides in Morgantown with his wife Abby and two dogs Luca and Denver.
Statement of Interest
I am interested in WVASPA as an organization because I believe that being involved with a group of other Student Affairs professional in our state is paramount to helping share ideas, and foster the growth and development of our Universities. The position of Member at Large on the WVASPA Board of Directors interested me because it gives me the opportunity to learn more about the board and the organization as a new member and also allows me to work on many different committees, groups, etc. I believe that I would make a good Member at Large because I can fulfill all of the duties outlined in Article VI of the WVASPA Constitution.
While serving as a Residence Hall Coordinator (RHC) and Interim Assistant Director of Housing & Residence Life at West Virginia University, I have had the opportunity to work with many different constituents. I have spent the last few years attending national conferences and networking with these groups. I would love the opportunity to better serve my state and the Universities here that play a vital role to the health and prosperity of West Virginia.
Originally from East Brunswick, NJ, Zacary J. Tardiff has been involved with West Virginia University since 2004. While attending West Virginia University as an undergraduate student Zacary earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education majoring in Sport Management and minoring in Business Administration and Communication Studies. After completing his degree in December 2008, Zacary went on to obtain a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the West Virginia University College of Business & Economics. Zacary currently serves West Virginia University as the Residence Hall Coordinator of Oakland Hall West and as the Interim Assistant Director of Housing & Residence Life. He resides in Morgantown with his wife Abby and two dogs Luca and Denver.
Statement of Interest
I am interested in WVASPA as an organization because I believe that being involved with a group of other Student Affairs professional in our state is paramount to helping share ideas, and foster the growth and development of our Universities. The position of Member at Large on the WVASPA Board of Directors interested me because it gives me the opportunity to learn more about the board and the organization as a new member and also allows me to work on many different committees, groups, etc. I believe that I would make a good Member at Large because I can fulfill all of the duties outlined in Article VI of the WVASPA Constitution.
While serving as a Residence Hall Coordinator (RHC) and Interim Assistant Director of Housing & Residence Life at West Virginia University, I have had the opportunity to work with many different constituents. I have spent the last few years attending national conferences and networking with these groups. I would love the opportunity to better serve my state and the Universities here that play a vital role to the health and prosperity of West Virginia.
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