NOMINATIONS & ELECTIONS FY 2026-27


If you’re interested in becoming an alumni leader of Lincoln University, now is the time to apply. Nominations for Alumni Association officers and Alumni Trustees are open now through October 7, 2026.

Not sure? Check out our Leadership Roundtable.

Elected officer positions include President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Financial Secretary, and Secretary. There are also two four-year Alumni Trustee positions open. All positions serve on the Alumni Council, which is the all-volunteer governing body that advises and guides the Alumni Association of Lincoln University, PA on programs and initiatives, and helps to shape and influence the policies and direction of the Alumni Association. 

Alumni Association members who would like to serve may nominate themselves to be a candidate for any open position or be nominated by another financial member. The AALU Nominations & Elections Committee will review nominations and select and report a slate of candidates at the October 2026 Alumni Council and General Body Meetings. The election will take place in March 2027.

We have included links for the duties, responsibilities, and application for the positions for your convenience.  

To find out more about the Nominations & Elections Committee click here.


Nominations & Elections FAQs

Who can be a candidate in the Alumni Association election?

All candidates for President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Financial Secretary, or Alumni Trustee of the Alumni Association must be current in their financial responsibilities with the AALU-PA, including a local chapter or at-large membership, at all times during their tenure in office. Shall be bondable and qualified to be named on all financial accounts, in the case of an office so requiring it; Shall not be an employee of the University; Shall not hold the office of President, Vice President, Treasurer, or Secretary with financial responsibilities in a local chapter, and in the case of a Trustee, they shall not hold a National office.

Who is eligible to vote in the AALU-PA election?

All financial members of the AALU-PA are entitled to vote. Their dues must be paid by January 31, 2027. No exceptions.

What are the duties of Officers and Alumni Trustees?

The duties of AALU officers and Alumni Trustees are set forth in the Association's bylaws.


2026-27 Nominations & Elections Timeline

  • 09/13/2026: - AALU Leadership Forum | Why We Lead
  • 10/07/2026 - Deadline for applications for nominations
  • 10/21/2026  - Present draft slate to Alumni Council 
  • 10/31/2026 - Present slate to AALU General Body
  • 01/31/2026  -Deadline for all members desiring to vote to pay National dues for FY 2026-27. No exceptions.  
  • 02/07/2027 - Virtual Candidates Forum
  • 02/21/2027 - Paper ballots mailed (only to individual without cell phone or email)
  • 02/28/2027 - Online voting begins
  • 03/16/2027 - Postmark deadline for paper ballots
  • 03/20/2027 - Online voting ends at 12:00 noon; winners announced by 6:00 PM.

Timeline subject to change



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