It has been a joy to serve as the Senior Representative of Division A for numerous reasons. Honestly, I could not have anticipated that the end of my term would take place during a time where we collectively traversed the uncertainty of a global pandemic as well as righteous civil unrest due to ongoing racial violence. Holding space for one another has remained essential during these times. Most recently, I have meditated on what made our graduate council what it is today --- a space to feel heard, valued, and a part of something larger than ourselves. Without hesitation, I return to the relationships and the people that make up our Division A community. It has been such a gift to be in partnership with those who can re-imagine the field and challenge us to be better, to serve better. I am incredibly humbled by our continuous commitment to graduate student voices, building meaningful relationships, and providing development and support for emerging scholars. As we continue to navigate what many have called uncertain and incoherent times, I am more than certain that our Division A community will continue to sustain and support one another -- that our commitments will sharpen and that we will challenge ourselves to continue to create the academic communities we desire --- whole, supportive, and accountable spaces. I am equally confident that the Division A Graduate Student Council will continue to innovate and embody strong leadership as we welcome the new Senior Representative, Jingtong Dou and new council members. To the larger Division A team, thank you for your unwavering mentorship and support -- I couldn't have asked for a better group of scholars. To the Division A Graduate Student Council, thank you for embracing a shared leadership, committing to learning, and keeping our graduate community at the center. I look forward to seeing our division continue to grow and am excited to see new possibilities unfold.
Courtney Mauldin
2019-2020 Division A Senior Representative
Courtney Mauldin
2019-2020 Division A Senior Representative
AERA DIVISION A GRADUATE STUDENT COMMITTEE
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