The Association for the Rhetoric of Science, Technology, and Medicine (ARSTM) is seeking nominations for the following leadership positions. Serving as an officer in ARSTM provides an excellent opportunity to foster collaboration within the fields of rhetoric, science, technology, and medicine.
Open Positions:
1. 2nd Vice-President
2. 2nd Treasurer
3. 2nd Web Administrator
Position Descriptions:
2nd Vice-President:
This role is part of a leadership succession structure, eventually moving into the Vice-President and President roles. The 2nd Vice-President assists with program planning, monitors organization email, and assists the Vice-President and President more generally. This is a multi-year commitment, evolving into a leadership role over time.
2nd Treasurer
The 2nd Treasurer helps to manage ARSTM’s finances. Responsibilities include managing the organization’s accounts, maintaining its tax status, keeping records, and generating reports of financial activity. This is a two-year commitment, eventually transitioning to the 1st Treasurer role.
2nd Web Administrator:
The 2nd Web Administrator helps maintain ARSTM’s website, ensuring content is up-to-date and accessible. Responsibilities include assisting with technical updates and working with other officers to share important information with members. This is a two-year commitment, eventually transitioning to the 1st Web Administrator role.
How to Apply: Nominations and self-nominations are welcome. To nominate someone or yourself, please submit a brief statement (300 words or fewer) explaining interest in the position and any relevant experience to Michelle.Gibbons<mailto:Michelle.Gibbons> by October 20th.
Deadline:
October 20th, 2025
Michelle Gibbons, PhD
Associate Professor of Communication
University of New Hampshire
Horton Social Science Center
20 Academic Way, Durham, NH 03824