For both of the committees below, Board of Trustees members are appointed to a one-year term. Outside applications are not accepted for these committees.

Governance Committee

The Governance Committee reviews the ASDA governance documents and proposes changes, if needed, to keep documents current. The committee ensures that all ASDA documents are consistent with the governing documents. The committee is responsible for the ongoing assessment of the Board of Trustees composition and election process in conjunction with the development and evaluation of the association’s strategic plan.

Current Members

• President Payal Patel, Arizona ‘26, committee chair
• Speaker of the House Bree Zhang, Columbia ‘27
• District 2 Trustee Joshua Velazquez, Touro ‘26
• District 7 Trustee Matthew Fazio, Ohio State ‘26
• District 4 Trustee Raven King, Virginia, ‘27
• Stephanie Follett, ASDA Staff Liaison

2024-25 Governance Committee Annual Report

Committee on Sessions

The Committee on Sessions is responsible for identifying opportunities for member engagement at the upcoming Annual Session, including education opportunities and select supplemental member activities. The committee also vets the meeting theme. The committee maintains the importance of governance and policy associated with the Annual Session.

Current Members

• Vice President Darius Warner, Indiana ’26, committee chair
• District 5 Trustee Marie Julien, Nova Southeastern ‘26
• District 10 Trustee Megan Kalpin, San Antonio ‘26
• Kerri Roesch, ASDA Staff Liaison