Pat Mason-Browne
	University of Iowa Iowa City, IA
	Platform Statement: Highlight your previous involvement within this unit that will help you in leading this unit.  What roles have you played within this particular unit as a member thus far?

In keeping with Region Six’s diversity initiative, the 2006 conference co-chairs conducted a raffle and donated proceeds to the American Indian College Fund. Also, we successfully solicited Region funding for two conference scholarships, awarded to advisors who work primarily with Native American / First Nations students. Member, Region Six Steering Committee

What do you believe are the most important goals and initiatives for this unit in meeting the strategic plan for both the unit and the Association? 

The major goals and initiatives for Region Six focus on acknowledging and increasing our diversity while strengthening our collaborative efforts.

• Encourage NACADA membership for new members of our profession.
• Foster mentoring opportunities between our newer and more veteran advisors, creating mutually beneficial relationships.
• In an era of budget shortfalls, when not everyone is fortunate enough to attend a regional or a national conference, develop a region listserv to provide an on-going forum for sharing resources and strategies.
• Encourage conference presentations and award nominations, again by sharing “what has worked” at our individual institutions.
• Continue to provide region conference scholarships for Native American / First Nations advisors.

Why are you interested in serving in this leadership position or what influenced you to run for this leadership position? 

Attendance at regional conferences / drive-in, and service on the Region steering committee have confirmed my belief that collaborative efforts are significant opportunities for professional growth and development. The power of NACADA as an organization lies in the variety of working relationships that enhance our professional lives. I hope to approach the position of region chair with the enthusiasm and commitment shown by Kim Halbur, the present chair, and her most recent predecessors, Kim Roufs and Carol Gruber.

Provide any additional comments or information (either personal or leadership-related) that you want potential voters to know about you that is not covered elsewhere in your platform information. 

While attending my 35th college reunion, I had the opportunity to meet with current students as part of a Career Day event. Toward the end of the program, a student asked participants how their understanding of “citizenship” had changed over the years (that gaping chasm between “your” generation and “ours”). The consensus among presenters was that citizenship is active engagement with our various communities, engagement that is fulfilling both personally and professionally. I look forward to increasing my engagement with the NACADA community here in Region Six.

Past Involvement in NACADA:

Years in NACADA: 11 years

National Offices Held and Accomplishments Achieved While in Office:

Regional Activities/Offices Held, including accomplishments achieved while in office:

• Served on Region 6 Steering Committee, 2005-2007
• Co-chair, 2006 Region 6 Conference, Iowa City IA — coordinated site arrangements, publicity, hospitality, call for proposals, and conference program.
• Iowa representative, 2006-present
• Attended regional conferences — 2005, Sioux City SD, 2006, Iowa City, IA, and 2007, Duluth, MN; 2006 drive-in conference in Dubuque, IA

Committee/Task Force/Advisory Board Activities and Accomplishments:

•  Member, Content Review Panel, Academic Advising Handbook, 2nd ed., 2007

Commission/Interest Group Activities and Accomplishments:

• Current Member – Probation, Dismissal, & Reinstatement Issues Interest Group (2000-present), Multicultural Concerns Commission (2006-present), Liberal Arts Advisors Commission, Large Universities Interest Group

Other:

• Co-presenter at annual conferences in 2004, Cincinnati, and 2005, Las Vegas.
• Board member, Rape Victim Advocacy Program, February 2007-present
• Member, Selection Advisory Committee, Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship, Iowa Department of Education and Iowa College Student Aid Commission, 2005-2007
• Recipient, Regents Staff Excellence Award, 2007
• Volunteer Advocate, Rape Victim Advocacy Program, 2005-present
• University of Iowa activities —
  • Member, University of Iowa Staff Council, March 2007-present
  • Oversee reinstatement protocols for students dismissed from the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, 2001-present
  • Coordinate Alpha of Iowa chapter, Phi Beta Kappa, 2000-present
  • Instructor, University of Iowa’s College Transition course for entering first-year students, 2003-2006
  • Recipient, CLAS Staff Recognition Award, 2005
  • Board member, University of Iowa’s Associated University Women, 2004-2006
  • Co-developed, with Associate Dean and CLAS faculty, a web-based interdisciplinary course browse (Learning Links), 2001-2004