The Assembly includes a mix of professional members, student members, and nonmembers. Seats are structured to ensure diverse perspectives and continuity in addressing future-focused topics. The Assembly may expand up to 30 members when additional expertise is needed.
professional members
5+ years of Membership (6 seats)
- Term: 2 years, staggered (3 members selected each year)
- Eligibility: Professional members with five or more years of NIRSA membership
- Appointment: Appointed by returning members of the Assembly; approved by the NIRSA Board of Directors
professional members
Under 5 years of Membership (4 seats)
- Term: 2 years, staggered (2 members selected each year)
- Eligibility: Professional members with fewer than five years of membership
- Appointment: Appointed by returning members of the Assembly; approved by the NIRSA Board of Directors
Student Members
(3 seats)
- Term: 1 year
- Eligibility: Current NIRSA student members
- Appointment: Appointed by returning members of the Assembly; approved by the NIRSA Board of Directors
Open seats – members or Nonmembers
(minimum 6 seats)
- Term: 1 year
- Appointment: Appointed by returning members of the Assembly; approved by the NIRSA Board of Directors
- Purpose: Provides flexibility to bring in specialized knowledge; unique perspectives or strategic partners
Convener of the assembly
- Term: 3 months as Convener-Elect, followed by 1 year as Convener
- Eligibility: Former Assembly member with at least 2 years of service in the past 5 years
- Appointment: Appointed by current members of the Assembly; approved by the NIRSA Board of Directors
Past presidents’ representative
(1 seat)
- Term: 1 year
- Appointment: Elected by NIRSA Past Presidents
Board of directors’ representative
(1 seat)
- Term: 1 year (renewable)
- Appointment: Appointed by the President
- Purpose: Ensures communication and alignment between the Assembly and the Board