Committee chairs appointed by the FNSA President following the annual state convention. Their appointment continues for one year. Committee members are welcome to apply here at any time following the annual state convention. Their appointment continues for one year or up to six months following graduation.

Committee members are expected to work with FNSA and the committee on events and provide updates to the FNSA Executive Board. They are also tasked with initiating an exchange of ideas and information regarding regarding the electoral process of NSNA, FNSA, and local chapters. Members are encouraged to attend committee meetings and promote student engagement in the nomination and electoral process through the following pathways:

• Promote awareness of FNSA leadership opportunities.

• Assist with recruitment of qualified candidates for state leadership positions.

• Educate members on the election and nomination process.

• Encourage leadership development among nursing students.

• Support candidate forums and election-related activities at convention.

• Assist with leadership succession planning. Serve as ambassadors for FNSA leadership involvement throughout the state.

• Uphold fairness, professionalism, and confidentiality throughout the election process.

FNSA Bylaws - Article VII, Section 9

SECTION 9. The Committee on Nominations and Elections shall: 

1. Be chaired by a Regional Director appointed to the position by the President and approved by the Executive Board at the post-convention Executive Board meeting. 

2. Consist of members from each region of the state, when possible. 

3. Appoint tellers who shall act as inspectors of the election. 

4. Have the responsibility of nominations, pre-election activities, and the voting procedure at the annual convention. 

5. The Chairperson must submit a letter stating their intent to run for an FNSA office sixty (60) days prior to the Pre-Convention workshop. In the event the Chairperson runs for an FNSA office, they will no longer be involved with the Nomination & Election Committee. The President will appoint a new N&E Chairperson with the Executive Board's approval. 

6. Committee members shall resign from the N&E Committee in the event they decide to run for FNSA office. 

7. Perform all other duties pertaining to the office.

• Host leadership development workshops on campus.

• Identify emerging student leaders and connect them with the NEC.

• Participate in candidate forums and volunteer as a teller during the annual FNSA Convention.

• Share FNSA leadership application and recruitment materials through chapter communication channels.