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STUDENT MEMBER UPDATE ◁Call for Applications: AHIMA’s 2012–2013Student Advisory CouncilHIM students have a brightfuture ahead of them in agrowing industry. CurrentHIM students will have unprecedentedopportunities to excel in HIM andbeyond as thought leaders for largerhealthcare topics. And with so manyexciting prospects, AHIMA’s studentmembership is also on the rise.Since the year 2000, AHIMA’s studentmembership has grown from 5,000to almost 17,000 students. Last year,AHIMA created the Student AdvisoryCouncil (SAC) to engage this importantsection of membership. SAC membersrepresent AHIMA’s student population,taking part in shaping future programsfor students and initiating new activitiesrelevant to student membership. SACmembers draw on their own experiencesas AHIMA student members to providefeedback about what students needto succeed.AHIMA is seeking new SAC memberswho are smart, committed, reliable,and eager to learn and grow. Sitting onAHIMA’s Student Advisory Councilprepares student members to be futureHIM and AHIMA leaders.SAC ActivitiesSAC members are required to participatein monthly conference calls andcontribute written content for theStudent Connection e-newsletter andHIcareers.com. Other activities include:• Providing input and feedback forprojects designed for AHIMA studentmembers• Shaping the program for AHIMA’sannual student academy at AHIMA’sconvention• Participating in an in-person meetingat convention• Acting as liaisons to AHIMA bodiessuch as the Board of Directors,Foundation Board, CAHIIM,CCHIIM, House of Delegates,or othersSAC Core Competencies• Demonstrates commitment to themission, vision, values, and strategyof AHIMA.• Is a team player/collaborator, workswell on teams and fosters trust amonggroup members, and adjusts behaviorin order to establish relationships withthe teams.• Completes assigned duties and tasksaccording to set deadlines.• Respects diversity and fostersinclusion, values all kinds and classesof people equitably, deals effectivelywith all races, cultures, disabilities,ages, and genders. Ensures all voicesare listened to and respected.• Presents a positive professional image.As a student, getting involved in yourprofessional association providesbenefits to your education andprofessional future:• Recognition as a leader who hasa commitment to a future inthe profession• Networking with peers in theHIM track• Application of HIM knowledge andacademic experience• Access to leaders in the field• Demonstrated leadership forcareer goals and future roles inthe Association• Opportunities to enhancetechnology skills• Enhancing public awareness of aneducation and future in the fieldHow to ApplyFurther details and a volunteerapplication are available here. Theapplication, including resume, must beWhat Do Current SACMembers Have to Say?“I would highly recommendthis experience to otherstudents. This opportunitygave me the chance to becomeactively engaged with the HIMprofession. It has opened upseveral doors for me and it is anamazing learning experience”– Sebrina Campbell,St. Louis University student“The SAC has createdmany transferrable skills tothe workplace and futureinvolvement with HIM groups. Iam able to say that I contributedback to my profession andpresented at a nationalconvention. I think that myemployer will appreciate the factthat I can take on grass-rootsprojects and push the limits.”– Roman Minyaylyuk,University of Illinois-Chicago studentsubmitted by April 20 at 5 p.m. (CT).Please contact Lisa Chernikoff withany questions.Application Requirements:• Applicant must be an AHIMA studentmember currently enrolled in anAHIMA approved coding. programor in a CAHIIM accredited healthinformation management program.• Applicant must remain a studentand AHIMA student member for the2012–2013 school year.• Applicant must complete application,including resume and submit by5 p.m. (CT) on April 20. vAHIMA ADVANTAGE PAGE ◁ 11