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2025 Run-off ELECTIONS: meet your candidates!! |
Election Timeline:Run-Offs (if needed): Wed, May 7 - Fri, May 9 (opens and closes at 12 p.m.) Candidate Acceptances Due: Mon, May 12 Announcement to Membership: Tues, May 13 Please note that this timeline may be adjusted if a run-off is needed or not. | Duties of Elected Officers:
To learn more on each position, please visit this page: Elected Overview. |
Sarah Kosha (she/her)
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| To learn more about Sarah, see her Introduction Video! Candidate Statement: Hello NEACUHO! I bring great excitement into running for the CT/RI District Coordinator position this year! I have loved being able to bring people together within NEACUHO over the past 4 years. In planning events for this organization so far as the Events Coordinator and the Professional Development Co-Chair, I found joy and opportunity in bringing the region together around different topics. As the Professional Development Co-Chair, we were able to plan 30 events for the region that year for both in person and virtual events. This led me to finding a passion for bringing people together within NEACUHO and the importance of connection in our field. In my most recent position as the Chair of the 2025 Annual Conference, I found my strengths in communication, consistency, and building connection points throughout the times we come together as an organization. Over the past 4 years, I have been able to communicate regularly with executive board members and member institutions answering questions, planning the Annual Conference, and bringing individuals together within NEACUHO. I understand the importance of keeping up to date with communication and consistency in order to keep our members informed and our organization moving forward. In the constantly changing landscape of higher education attracting and retaining new and experienced professionals to the organization is what makes NEACUHO thrive. Overall, I have a desire to have others feel a sense of belonging within NEACUHO, which is where my involvement started in 2021 within this organization. I would love to continue this work in connecting further with other member institutions and gain new members to join this organization as a District Coordinator. I am excited to listen to our members to see what they need and support the CT/RI region together. I remain motivated to support our members and bring new people to the table. I will continue to bring these skills, sunshine, and work to continue the growth NEACUHO has made these past few years. I have included below my previous positions within NEACUHO over the past 4 years to showcase my readiness for this position. I appreciate your consideration of voting for me for the CT/RI District Coordinator position. Thank you for your time to listen and read my statement. Previous Positions within NEACUHO:
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Kaitlyn Macdonald (she/her)
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| To learn more about Kaitlyn, see her Introduction Video! Candidate Statement: It is with great enthusiasm and a deep commitment to fostering collaborative growth within our community that I submit my candidacy for the CT/RI District Coordinator position. My name is Kaitlyn Macdonald, and I currently serve as a Residence Hall Director at the University of Connecticut. With professional experience spanning institutions such as the University of Saint Joseph and Binghamton University, I bring a strong foundation in student affairs and a passion for building meaningful connections. One of my core strengths is my ability to bring people and resources together. In my current role, I’ve worked closely with campus partners, student organizations, and local businesses to enhance the residential experience. These collaborations have not only improved outcomes for students but have reinforced the value of shared work across different sectors of our community. If elected, I aim to use these same skills to promote unity and collective growth throughout the district. I believe deeply in the power of personal connection. Whether through informal conversations or structured engagements, I strive to build genuine, lasting relationships. As District Coordinator, I hope to create more opportunities for others to connect—whether with me or with each other—through drop-in hours, virtual discussions, or collaborative initiatives. I want to meet institutions where they are, understand their unique goals and challenges, and support them in ways that are tailored and meaningful. Equally important is the opportunity to help institutions connect with one another. I’m eager to facilitate the sharing of ideas, strategies, and resources across our district—empowering our colleagues to learn from and support each other. By promoting open dialogue and creating space for collaboration, we can foster a stronger, more interconnected network that uplifts every member. My background across institutions of varying sizes and missions has given me a broad understanding of the diverse experiences within our region. I am excited to bring this perspective to the CT/RI District, advocating for the specific needs of our community while aligning with the larger goals of NEACUHO. I am also committed to engaging both current and prospective member institutions in meaningful ways that support recruitment and retention. In closing, I am excited about the opportunity to serve in this role and contribute to the continued success of our district. I am confident in my ability to build relationships, connect resources, and champion a culture of collaboration. Thank you for considering my candidacy—I look forward to the opportunity to work alongside each of you in service of our shared goals. |
