Nominations & Elections FAQs

Who can be a candidate in the Alumni Association election?

All candidates for President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, or Alumni Trustee of the Alumni Association must be current in their financial responsibilities with the AALU-PA, including a local chapter or at-large membership, at all times during their tenure in office. Shall be bondable and qualified to be named on all financial accounts, in the case of an office so requiring it; Shall not be an employee of the University; Shall not hold the office of President, Vice President, Treasurer, or Secretary with financial responsibilities in a local chapter, and in the case of a Trustee, they shall not hold a National office.

Who is eligible to vote in the AALU-PA election?

All financial members of the AALU-PA are entitled to vote. Their dues must be paid by January 31, 2025. No exceptions.

What are the duties of Officers and Alumni Trustees?

The duties of AALU officers and Alumni Trustees are set forth in the Association's bylaws.

2024-25 Nominations & Elections Timeline

• 09/11/2024: - AALU Leadership Forum | Why Lead
• 10/07/2024 - Deadline for applications for nominations
• 10/23/2024 - Present draft slate to Alumni Council 
• 10/26/2024 - Present slate to AALU General Body
• 01/31/2025  -Deadline to pay National dues for FY 2024-25 to vote. No exceptions.  
• 02/08/2025 - Hybrid Candidates Forum
• 02/21/2025 - Paper ballots mailed (only by special request)
• 02/24/2025 - Online voting begins
• 03/11/2025 - Postmark deadline for paper ballots
• 03/15/2025 - Online voting ends at 12:00 noon; winners announced by 6:00 PM.

Timeline subject to change