Government Relations Committee

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Susan Cohen (Term 2007-2010)
The Cooper Union
government.relations@nysacac.org

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Heath Einstein (Term 2007-2010)
Solomon Schechter School of Westchester
government.relations@nysacac.org

Charge

The charge of the Government Relations Committee is to support NYSACAC in promoting access and equity in post-secondary education through participation in legislative activities. Members must be knowledgeable and current regarding such issues and must educate the organization as well as communicate the importance of being proactive in this arena.

Responsibilities of the Chair/Co-Chairs

  • Recruit committee members at the annual spring conference.
  • Must attend the Legislative Forum and the annual spring conference.
  • Coordinate and organize the Legislative Session at the NYSACAC annual spring conference.
  • Submit reports to the Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Access.
  • Attend August and December Executive Board meetings, and others if possible. Submit a report to the VP for Diversity, Equity, and Access prior to the meeting.
  • Submit articles regarding the Legislative Forum for the December and March issues of the newsletter, and other issues as necessary.
  • Maintain portion of the NYSACAC website focusing on legislative issues.

Responsibilities of Committee Members

  • Attend meetings, and participate in e-mail listserves and discussion groups.
  • Attend the Legislative Forum in Albany.
  • Complete projects as assigned.
  • Take an active role in the planning, organizing, and executing of the workshop session at the annual spring conference.
  • Promote overall awareness of the committee.