The Family Association operates in conjunction with the university’s overall mission through the Family Advisory Council. The main purpose of the Advisory Council is to provide advice about the direction of the university in the areas of communication and events for family members, as well as Family Association membership participation and value. The Advisory Council consists of up to 25-30 members. Married couples may serve as a unit, as applicable.
The Role of an Advisor
- Serves as a voice for all Bobcat families.
- Provides feedback from the member's region, profession, or affiliation.
- Encourages new members of the university community to participate in university activities and join the Family Association.
- Advisory Council members are expected to attend one regular meeting in the fall and one regular meeting in the spring.
Requirements to Serve on the Advisory Council
- Members must be current, dues paying members of the Texas State Family Association, and must remain a current member through the term.
- Each member will serve a two-year term and may serve additional terms as elected.
- It is not necessary for members to be Texas residents.
- All nominees must complete an Advisory Council application. Applications are currently closed.