SEAHO News * Growing SEAHO's commitment to yearlong engagement of its membership. * Financial policies and management that ensures viability of the organization and continued advancement. * Developing avenues for support of the different levels of professionals within SEAHO. * Continue the implementation and assessment of the Strategic Plan. This living document requires our continual review to ensure that we are meeting the needs of our Association. To say that it would be a privilege to serve the organization in this capacity is an understatement. I would be excited to serve the organization in this role and I would tackle the opportunity with commitment and dedication. Secretary Bryan Botts, NC State University It is humbling and an honor to be nominated as a candidate for SEAHO's Secretary. SEAHO is near and dear to my heart and has played a significant role in my professional journey. My first introduction to SEAHO occurred in Savannah, Georgia, at the 2008 Annual Conference and I have been affiliated with SEAHO ever since. In 2008 I instantly connected with a community of educators who work hard to cultivate a positive student experience on their campuses. I am privileged to maintain an affiliation with an Association committed to the profession and professional development. An Association such as SEAHO has the power to connect and engage members with all levels of experiences and partners who support housing and residence life. At my first Annual Conference, I joined the committee now known as the Marketing and Organizational Promotions Committee. I served this committee in various roles and chaired the committee from February 2014 until February 2016. During this time I worked with the committee to establish and increase SEAHO's social media presence. Through social media engagement, SEAHO has expanded its presence and ability to provide professional development beyond the Annual Conference. Outside of SEAHO committee involvement, I have been honored to be selected as a RELI (2011) participant and receive recognition for Graduate Student of the Year (2009) and The Charles W. Beene Memorial Service Award (2016). The RELI experience and recognition deepened my desire to identify any and every opportunity to give back to the Association. Outside of SEAHO I have been active in the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education and most recently ACPA's Residential Curriculum Institute. Within both experiences I have sought opportunities to play a supportive role on planning committees or through program planning. These experiences have allowed me to identify constituent needs and opportunities to engage various levels of professionals. As a result of my SEAHO involvement, I am committed to assisting in the advancement of the Association. In the Secretary role I would commit to: advancing the Association's Strategic Plan, utilize SEAHO's new website to share meeting minutes and Association information, and preserve the history of the Association by documenting the present. It would be an honor to serve SEAHO as Secretary. My involvement within SEAHO and other professional organizations have provided me significant experiences for this position. I would welcome the opportunity to serve the Association and identify opportunities to give back and support others just as I have been supported. Thank you for your consideration and support! 9 SEAHO Report Winter 2018