2026-2027 APAC Special Election
The Administrative Professional Advisory Council (APAC) represents all campuses to the WSU administration; all APAC members (see Article VIII in the APAC Guidelines for eligibility) are encouraged to run for officer positions, and all administrative professional employees (see Article V) are encouraged to run for APAC membership.
Get involved, shape the future, and represent your campus community! The following seats are open for the upcoming terms:
Submit your application today!
| Council Seats | Number of seats | Term details |
|---|---|---|
| Pullman | 3 seats (these vacancies are filling unexpired terms) | 1 seat: 1-year term (ends June 2027 1 seat: 2-year term (ends June 2028) 1 seat: 3-year term (ends June 2029) |
| Vancouver | 1 seat | 3-year term (ends June 2029) |
| Extension | 1 seat | 2-year term (ends June 2028) |
| Alternate Seats | Number of seats | Term length |
|---|---|---|
| Everett | 1 seat | 1 year (ends June 2027) |
| Pullman | 2 seats | 1 year (ends June 2027) |
| Vancouver | 1 seat | 1 year (ends June 2027) |
| Tri-Cities | 1 seat | 1 year (ends June 2027) |
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| Election Timetable & Procedural Steps | Timeline Identified | 2026 Dates |
| Dates and procedures announced; nomination forms open | First of August | August 1 |
| Formal nominations due on the APAC webpage announcement 1,2 | 5 PM, Third Sunday in August | August 16 |
| Candidate information sent to council members | 5 PM, Third Monday in August | August 17 |
| APAC Council Voting Session | Special Voting Session | August 20 |
| New members are invited to attend the APAC meeting following written notification of appointment | September meeting | September 8 |
Don’t forget to submit your application today!
APAC Application & Requirements
- All Alternate and Council Member applications must be WSU Administrative Professionals. Completion of the APAC online application form is required.
- APAC Alternate Membership positions can serve for an unlimited 1-year term.
- APAC Council Membership positions can serve for two consecutive 3-year terms.
- APAC recommends that applicants connect with their supervisor prior to submitting an application form.
- Applications will be submitted in writing to the APAC Office during the open two-week period.
- Nominations are also accepted.
- Any member nominated has the right to decline the nomination. The APAC respects the decision of a member who declines a nomination. All nominees are contacted for an opportunity to decline before the packets are sent to the APAC voting Council Members.
- Current Council Members will need to be in good standing in accordance with Article V of the APAC Guidelines.
- Council members should plan to dedicate 3 hours or more per month, depending on role and committee(s)
Note: Forms are reviewed by APAC members for election purposes. If you have any questions about election processes, please contact the APAC Office, and a team member will connect with you soon. apac@wsu.edu PO Box 641038 Pullman, WA 99164-1038 509-335-8350