WHEREAS Astoria Edwards, after being shortly hired as the Assistant Director of the Society of American Archivists (SAA) Foundation, assumed the role of Assistant Director of Governance for SAA and has performed both positions at a level of professionalism and expertise facilitating continued operations; and
WHEREAS her knowledge of association governance is heavily relied on and has protected both SAA and the Foundation from situations which could place us in liable positions; and
WHEREAS her tireless commitment to fulfilling both positions far exceeds the expectations of one saddled with an onerous workload which were performed with graciousness and humor; and
WHEREAS her tenacity in fulfilling both roles cannot be overvalued;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Astoria Edwards be honored with a 2024 SAA Council Resolution Award for her exemplary committment to SAA and the SAA Foundation.