Dear writing center colleagues,
The Online Writing Centers Association (OWCA) is now accepting applications for seven open positions on the OWCA Executive Board. We invite anyone interested in online writing centers and/or online writing tutoring to apply.
Serving on the OWCA Executive Board is a great opportunity to develop/hone administrative skills while giving back to the writing center community. All new Board members receive mentoring and support.
Click here to submit your application by October 30, 2026. Applications require a written (150-200 words) or video (one minute) statement.
Open Positions
You can apply for any of the following open positions:
- Vice President
- Assistant Treasurer
- Assistant Secretary
- Diversity & Social Justice Co-Chair
- Accessibility Co-Chair
- Virtual Events Co-Chair
- Student Representative
See the OWCA website or the OWCA bylaws for detailed descriptions of each position. Terms for all positions begin January 2027.
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 application via this Google form by October 30.
Please pass this call along to anyone who might be interested. If you have questions, please email OWCA Secretary madeline.sutton.
Madeline Sutton, OWCA Secretary
Deany Goode, OWCA Assistant Secretary