Council of Academic Programs in Communication Sciences & Disorders

“The membership consists of approximately 325 member programs that offer undergraduate and/or graduate degrees in communication sciences and disorders.”

“The nominations committee shall present the proposed slate of nominees for elected officers to the board of directors for approval. The slate of nominees is distributed electronically to program directors and posted on the website. Electronic ballots are distributed to program directors by email with instructions and links for web-based voting, within 14 days after the spring business meeting. Elections remain open for 14 days. The slate of nominees is approved by a majority of votes received. Elected officers shall hold office until the next election of officers and until their successors have been duly elected and qualified, or until their earlier death, resignation, or removal of such an officer.”

“The member programs of the organization shall have one vote per program on or in respect of any matter on which members of the organization have the right to vote under law, the articles of incorporation, or the by-laws.”

“The president, past-president, and president-elect review the 990 prior to signing by the board treasurer.”

“Each director, principal officer, and member of a committee with board of directors' delegated powers shall annually sign a statement which affirms such person has recieved a copy of the conflicts of interest policy, has read and understands the policy, has agreed to comply with the policy, and understands the corporation is charitable and in order to maintain its federal tax exemption it must engage primarily in activities which accomplish one or more of its tax exempt purposes.”

“The organization's governing documents are available on their website.”

“To promote quality, accessibility, and innovation in communication sciences and disorders in higher education. The council advances the highest standards in pedagogy, clinical education and research. The council facilitates and promotes the recruitment, education and retention of both faculty and students to meet the public need.”