The OWCA hosts yearly elections for Officer positions on the Executive Board. You can learn about current OWCA Executive Board members here.
Anyone can apply for an Officer position, including not-yet OWCA members. We especially welcome and encourage people who identify as Queer/LGBTQ+, BI/POC, Indigenous, Disabled, Neurodivergent, or an otherwise marginalized identity to apply.
Those elected will need to be or become OWCA members to accept the position and serve their terms. Students and professionals who identify as people of color can become OWCA members at no charge.
Open Executive Board Positions
The Online Writing Center Association (OWCA) Executive Board is accepting nominations for two Conference Co-Chair positions. We invite anyone interested in online writing centers and/or online writing tutoring to apply.
Serving on the OWCA Board offers an ideal opportunity to develop administrative skills, pursue professional development, and give back to the writing center community in a supportive environment. We provide mentorship to all new board members.
We have extended the deadline for nominations to July 19, 2026. Applications require a written (150-200 words) or video (one minute) statement.
Open Positions
You and/or your staff can apply for any of the following open positions:
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Conference Co-Chair
Position Descriptions
Learn more about our two open positions below. See the bylaws for additional information.
Conference Co-Chair
The Conference Co-Chair will serve for 1 year (position non-renewable) and become Conference Chair at the end of the previous Conference Chair’s term. The Conference Co-Chair will be a voting member of the Executive Board, with the following duties:
- Assist the Conference Chair with fulfilling their duties
- Co-chair the Conference Committee
- Coordinate with the Conference Chair on the tasks and deadlines of the Conference Committee
- Serve in place of the Conference Chair in their absence
- Succeed the Conference Chair upon end of term or vacancy
Who Can Apply
Anyone can apply, including students, individuals who are not currently employed at a writing center, and individuals who are not currently OWCA members.
Please note that individuals who are elected must be or become OWCA members to accept the position and serve their terms. We offer low-cost memberships for students, and memberships at no charge for people of color.
How to Apply
Submit your nomination using this form by July 19, 2026, 11:59 pm (ET). Please pass this call along to anyone who might be interested. Self-nominations are welcome and encouraged!
For help with any questions regarding the nomination and application process, please contact OWCA Secretary Madeline Sutton at madeline.sutton@duke.edu.
