Get Involved with the UNL Parent & Family Association

In the absence of the President, the President-Elect shall perform the duties of the President. The President-Elect performs additional duties if needed and assigned by the President or the Executive Board. Please note that the President-Elect automatically advances to the position of President (2027-2028) the following year, so this is a two-year commitment

President Responsibilities and Expectations (April 2027 – March 2028)

A President plays an important role in advancing the mission of the Association by actively contributing their time, expertise, and support. Responsibilities include:

• Meeting Participation: Attend and preside over meetings while supervising the business and affairs of the Association.  The President, along with the assistance of the Executive Board and Committee Chairs, prepares the monthly meeting agendas and distributes necessary documents in preparation for meetings.  After a President’s term ends, that individual may provide insight and assistance as needed to the current President.
• Committee Involvement: Serve on and encourage each member to participate in at least one standing committee while tracking and assisting each committee as needed, contributing meaningfully to its initiatives and goals. Throughout each month, the President follows up with and supports ongoing business and committee projects.
• Mission Support: Provide support, leadership, good communication, insight, feedback, and assistance to help strengthen the student and family experience.  Encourage participation by all members and a continued partnership with University staff while furthering the overall mission of the Association.
• Volunteer Engagement: Support and provide leadership during Association-sponsored activities and events, either through in-person participation when possible or through remote assistance, as needed.  In the past, the President has been asked to speak on behalf of our parents for the Family and Friends Recognition Awards as well as be a spokesperson for the Association to serve on University special committees when requested. 

President encourages strong connections and communication between volunteers, families and the university community.

The Secretary keeps the minutes of the membership, maintains contact information of each Board member, assist with scheduling the meeting(s) and with correspondence of the Association and duties as needed and assigned by the President or the Board. 

Responsibilities and Expectations (April 2026 - March 2027)

• Meeting Participation: Attend and actively engage in monthly Executive Committee and Association meetings.
• Committee Involvement: Serve on and encourage each member to participate in at least one standing committee while tracking and assisting each committee as needed, contributing meaningfully to its initiatives and goals.
• Mission Support: Provide insight, feedback, and assistance to help strengthen communication, enhance the student and family experience, and further the overall mission of the Association.
• Volunteer Engagement: Support Association-sponsored activities and events, either through in-person participation when possible or through remote assistance, as needed.

The Treasurer will keep a record of all financial transaction, process payments, and will provide a financial report to the Board and members attending the meeting(s). 

Responsibilities and Expectations (April 2026 - March 2027)

• Meeting Participation: Attend and actively engage in monthly Executive Committee and Association meetings.
• Committee Involvement: Serve on and encourage each member to participate in at least one standing committee while tracking and assisting each committee as needed, contributing meaningfully to its initiatives and goals.
• Mission Support: Provide insight, feedback, and assistance to help strengthen communication, enhance the student and family experience, and further the overall mission of the Association.
• Volunteer Engagement: Support Association-sponsored activities and events, either through in-person participation when possible or through remote assistance, as needed.

Responsibilities and Expectations (April 2026 - March 2027)

Members-at-Large play an important role in advancing the mission of the Association by actively contributing their time, expertise, and support. Responsibilities include:

• Meeting Participation: Attend and actively engage in monthly Association meetings, with an expectation of approximately 80% attendance.
• Committee Involvement: Serve on at least one standing committee (e.g., Fundraising, Digital & Marketing, Resource and Information, Move-In, or Parent and Family Weekend) and contribute meaningfully to its initiatives and goals.
• Mission Support: Provide insight, feedback, and assistance to help strengthen communication, enhance the student and family experience, and further the overall mission of the Association.
• Volunteer Engagement: Support Association-sponsored activities and events, either through in-person participation when possible or through remote assistance, as needed.

Volunteer alongside Parent & Family Association at events like Move-in, Family Weekend, Homecoming & Admitted Students Day throughout the year.