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For terms beginning 2026-2027 Academic Year, ballots must be cast by Monday, April 13th, 2026. Please see the SSU Faculty Constitution and the Academic Senate By-laws for additional position, eligibility and process information.

Academic Advising Subcommittee (AAS) - 3-year Term; Fall 2026 - Spring 2029

Ayumi Nagase, Early Childhood Studies; self-nominated

I have been a member of the subcommittee since the 2017-2018 AY, and I am eager to continue serving on this important faculty governance subcommittee, especially to advocate for effective and equity-centered advising practices for our students.

I am currently chairing the AAS again, and it is my second time chairing the subcommittee.  My experience as a faculty advisor and ECS department chair, which I bring to the Academic Advising Subcommittee, has prepared me well to lead the group.

I hope to contribute my experience to AAS's discussion of policies and practices to make academic advising more effective, which has become increasingly complicated.

I am looking forward to further strengthening the campus-wide effort to implement holistic advising approaches that encompass not only the narrow definition of academic success but also students’ overall health and growth as young learners.

Academic Technology and Instructional Spaces Subcommittee (ATISS) - 1-year Term; Fall 2026 - Spring 2027

Rodrigo Gaitan, Mathematics and Statistics; self-nominated

I served on the Teaching and Learning Subcommittee (TLS) from FALL 2021 to Spring 2024. During FALL 2023 to SPRING 2024, I served as the chair of the TLS.  Only for SPRING 2023, I was on the  Academic Technology and Instructional Spaces Subcommittee (ATISS). I enjoyed serving on ATISS, and I would very much like to serve a full term on ATISS and eventually serve as the chair of  ATISS.

Dispute Resolution Board (DRB) - 2-year Term; Fall 2026 - Spring 2028

Richard Fidler, Nursing; self-nominated

I am interested in participating in broader SSU activities beyond my current scope. I think that this committee would be of interest to me. I may have something to contribute coming from a background of management and executive leadership where dispute resolution, compromise, and creating mutually beneficial outcomes are encountered regularly.

Faculty Subcommittee on Scholarly Activities (FSSA) - 3-year Term; Fall 2026 - Spring 2029

Aidong Hu, Business Administration; self-nominated

I would appreciate the opportunity to serve on the Faculty Subcommittee on Scholarly Activities in order to support the career development of our colleagues. I believe scholarships should empower individuals facing unique challenges, and I bring a perspective focused on resilience and potential. I will work diligently to review applications through a diverse lens and ensure our resources make a lasting impact on the professional development among our colleagues

Evan Lintz, Psychology; self-nominated

I am finishing my second year at SSU as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology. I am serving a 1-year term on the FSSA subcommittee, and would pleased to continue in this capacity with the currently open 3-year term beginning in fall 2026.

In the past year on this committee, I have learned a great deal about internal funding mechanisms and how they are administered. I look forward to the opportunity to continue learning and contributing to the application review process. I also look forward to helping identify areas for improvement in the policies and/or procedures related to specific awards, and to assisting with implementing any subsequent changes. Thank you for your consideration.

Teaching and Learning Subcommittee (TLS) - 1-semeseter Term; Spring 2027

Rodrigo Gaitan, Mathematics and Statistics; self-nominated

I served on the Teaching and Learning Subcommittee (TLS) from FALL 2021 to Spring 2024. During FALL 2023 to SPRING 2024, I served as the chair of the TLS.  Only for SPRING 2023, I was on the  Academic Technology and Instructional Spaces Subcommittee (ATISS). I would like to come back to serve on the TLS for SPRING 2027.

Sarah Rapp, Curriculum Studies and Secondary Education; self-nominated

Though I am a relatively new faculty member, I bring over two decades of theoretical and practical experience in teaching and learning. I am passionate about the topic, and currently teach undergraduates, emerging teachers, and graduate students about many different aspects of education. In my time at SSU, I have collaborated with the Center for Community Engagement and the Center for Teaching and Educational Technology, coordinated the former Educational Leadership Program, and served on the Graduate Studies Committee.

University Reappointment, Tenure and Promotion Subcommittee (URTP) - 3-year Term; Fall 2026 - Spring 2029

Emily Asencio, Sociology, Criminology, and Criminal Justice Studies; self-nominated

I would welcome the opportunity to serve on the University Retention, Tenure, and Promotion Committee as a way to contribute to a fair and thoughtful review process for faculty. In my roles as department chair and CFA chapter president, I’ve had the opportunity to engage closely with RTP processes from multiple perspectives, which has deepened my appreciation for how important clarity, consistency, and equity are in these evaluations. I value collaborative and respectful decision-making, and I would approach this role with care, attention to detail, and a commitment to supporting faculty across the university.

Alexis Boutin, Anthropology; self-nominated

In my 17 years at SSU, I have served on numerous RTP committees at the Department and School/College levels. In the Anthropology/Human Development department, I served on RTP committees for two candidates, at times chairing the committees, until both received tenure and promotion. I have also served on Department RTP committees for two faculty in the Library, one in the Chicano and Latino Studies department, and one in the Business Administration department. In addition to serving a term on the School of Social Sciences RTP committee, I spent one year on the School RTP committee for the School of Education. Most recently, I have chaired the RTP committee for the new department of Applied Human and Environmental Sciences, during which I oversaw the formulation of new Departmental RTP criteria. Joining URTP would be a natural progression in my professional trajectory. I would bring to this committee deep institutional memory and knowledge, as well as perspectives on how the RTP process unfolds across multiple departments and colleges. I look forward to serving the university in this capacity and supporting my colleagues’ professional growth and development.