Meet Nancy Ross, President-Elect
Nancy Ross is an associate professor and the department chair of the Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences Department at Utah Tech University, where she has been teaching for 18 years. Her forthcoming book, which will be published by the University of Illinois Press, is titled “Mormon Garments: Sacred and Secret” and examines the meaning and lived experiences of those who wear garments through the lenses of gender and belief. She is an ordained elder in Community of Christ and pastor of the Southern Utah congregation and still loves and claims her Mormon feminist community.
2025 Board of Directors
We have two Board members who fulfilled their 3-year terms—Eric Paul Rogers and Jason Smith—and we would like to thank them for all the hours they put into their service responsibilities. Eric served ably and competently as the Awards Chair, and Jason served superbly as our Podcast Liaison. Also, a special shout-out to Eric for serving as the program co-chair for the 2025 conference at the Harry Truman Presidential Library. Thanks to both of you for your dedication to JWHA!
We also have two new Board members to welcome–Joel Bell and Nick Literski—and another to welcome back for another 3-year term: Eric Paul Rogers. We look forward to working with you in the upcoming year! Meanwhile, we need to recognize Ryan Sargent who was approved to serve as our Finance Chair. Thank you, Ryan, for agreeing to serve in this important position!
Nominations for the 2026 board of directors will open early in January. Start thinking now about potential board members. Watch your inbox for the nomination announcement. Learn more about the JWHA Board and committee opportunities.
Joel Bell
Nick Literski
Eric Paul Rogers
Ryan Sargent
Jason Smith
Board members were inducted by Rachel Killebrew, Past President, at the conclusion of the President’s Address.
