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PSO Elections

Vote for PSO Officer Council

It's time to elect officers for the 2024-2025 academic year!

Voting begins on Thursday, June 6, and will close on Sunday, June 16.

Officers will be announced via email.

Please see the nominees' information below.

Please take a moment to vote for your PSO officer council FY2024-2025.

PSO Officer Council Nominations

Chair - Doug Cruthirds

Doug has been a part of the LC community since 2015, initially serving as a dedicated student advisor and business instructor before stepping into his current role as the director of workforce training. Throughout his tenure, Doug has been actively involved in numerous campus committees, contributing his expertise and passion to various initiatives. Notably, his leadership as chair of the PSO last year led to progress, and he is eager to build upon these achievements. Doug is committed to enhancing non-monetary benefits and training opportunities for our community, and his continued dedication promises to bring about positive changes for all.

alt — Chair - Doug Cruthirds

Doug has been a part of the LC community since 2015, initially serving as a dedicated student advisor and business instructor before stepping into his current role as the director of workforce training. Throughout his tenure, Doug has been actively involved in numerous campus committees, contributing his expertise and passion to various initiatives. Notably, his leadership as chair of the PSO last year led to progress, and he is eager to build upon these achievements. Doug is committed to enhancing non-monetary benefits and training opportunities for our community, and his continued dedication promises to bring about positive changes for all.

Chair - Vikki Swift-Raymond

Vikki Swift-Raymond has worked at LC State for 25 years. She has worked in every position in the HR Office and became the HR Director in 2010. Prior to working at LC State, Vikki lived in Boise, Idaho. She graduated from Boise State University and started her career at First Security Bank (now Wells Fargo) as an HR Officer.

Over the years, Vikki has previously been PSO Treasurer, Digital Secretary, and Vice President. She is excited to get involved at the officer level again!

Vikki spends her free time hanging out with her husband, Bryan, her daughter, Sydnee, (who is a Freshman at LC State), and is also a doting “dog mom” to her wiener dog, Odie!

alt — Chair - Vikki Swift-Raymond

Vikki Swift-Raymond has worked at LC State for 25 years. She has worked in every position in the HR Office and became the HR Director in 2010. Prior to working at LC State, Vikki lived in Boise, Idaho. She graduated from Boise State University and started her career at First Security Bank (now Wells Fargo) as an HR Officer.

Over the years, Vikki has previously been PSO Treasurer, Digital Secretary, and Vice President. She is excited to get involved at the officer level again!

Vikki spends her free time hanging out with her husband, Bryan, her daughter, Sydnee, (who is a Freshman at LC State), and is also a doting “dog mom” to her wiener dog, Odie!

Vice Chair - Doug Cruthirds

Doug has been a part of the LC community since 2015, initially serving as a dedicated student advisor and business instructor before stepping into his current role as the director of workforce training. Throughout his tenure, Doug has been actively involved in numerous campus committees, contributing his expertise and passion to various initiatives. Notably, his leadership as chair of the PSO last year led to progress, and he is eager to build upon these achievements. Doug is committed to enhancing non-monetary benefits and training opportunities for our community, and his continued dedication promises to bring about positive changes for all.

alt — Vice Chair - Doug Cruthirds

Doug has been a part of the LC community since 2015, initially serving as a dedicated student advisor and business instructor before stepping into his current role as the director of workforce training. Throughout his tenure, Doug has been actively involved in numerous campus committees, contributing his expertise and passion to various initiatives. Notably, his leadership as chair of the PSO last year led to progress, and he is eager to build upon these achievements. Doug is committed to enhancing non-monetary benefits and training opportunities for our community, and his continued dedication promises to bring about positive changes for all.

Vice Chair - Vikki Swift-Raymond

Vikki Swift-Raymond has worked at LC State for 25 years. She has worked in every position in the HR Office and became the HR Director in 2010. Prior to working at LC State, Vikki lived in Boise, Idaho. She graduated from Boise State University and started her career at First Security Bank (now Wells Fargo) as an HR Officer.

Over the years, Vikki has previously been PSO Treasurer, Digital Secretary, and Vice President. She is excited to get involved at the officer level again!

Vikki spends her free time hanging out with her husband, Bryan, her daughter, Sydnee, (who is a Freshman at LC State), and is also a doting “dog mom” to her wiener dog, Odie!

alt — Vice Chair - Vikki Swift-Raymond

Vikki Swift-Raymond has worked at LC State for 25 years. She has worked in every position in the HR Office and became the HR Director in 2010. Prior to working at LC State, Vikki lived in Boise, Idaho. She graduated from Boise State University and started her career at First Security Bank (now Wells Fargo) as an HR Officer.

Over the years, Vikki has previously been PSO Treasurer, Digital Secretary, and Vice President. She is excited to get involved at the officer level again!

Vikki spends her free time hanging out with her husband, Bryan, her daughter, Sydnee, (who is a Freshman at LC State), and is also a doting “dog mom” to her wiener dog, Odie!

Digital Communications Officer - Tiffany Pilon

I've been in my current role as NHS Program Advisor since late 2015. A major part of my job is advising students and helping them apply to our programs. I also meet with campus visitors and tour groups wanting to see our state-of-the-art learning labs. I'm heavily involved with marketing and recruitment as well as communications and outreach for the division. I maintain our division website and serve as the co-chair for the BSN Advising, Admission & Progression committee. As of July 1st, 2024, my new role will be as Director of Health Professions Hub Services.

alt — Digital Communications Officer - Tiffany Pilon

I've been in my current role as NHS Program Advisor since late 2015. A major part of my job is advising students and helping them apply to our programs. I also meet with campus visitors and tour groups wanting to see our state-of-the-art learning labs. I'm heavily involved with marketing and recruitment as well as communications and outreach for the division. I maintain our division website and serve as the co-chair for the BSN Advising, Admission & Progression committee. As of July 1st, 2024, my new role will be as Director of Health Professions Hub Services.

Recording Secretary/Treasurer - Sara Patterson

Sara has over 15 years with Lewis-Clark State College, originally starting at LC State back in 1996. Experience at LC State includes Athletics, Provost Office and five years at Workforce Training. Over the years, Sara has gained experience with local and corporate businesses, including ATK, Pepsi and most recently Kenworth Sales as a district manager. Sara returned to LC State in August 2023 as the Associate Director of Student Accounts. Sara has also been involved in local community boards including Service League and the Lewiston Civic Theatre. Sara has her bachelors degree from LC State in Administrative Management and has extensive knowledge of treasury rules and regulations.

alt — Recording Secretary/Treasurer - Sara Patterson

Sara has over 15 years with Lewis-Clark State College, originally starting at LC State back in 1996. Experience at LC State includes Athletics, Provost Office and five years at Workforce Training. Over the years, Sara has gained experience with local and corporate businesses, including ATK, Pepsi and most recently Kenworth Sales as a district manager. Sara returned to LC State in August 2023 as the Associate Director of Student Accounts. Sara has also been involved in local community boards including Service League and the Lewiston Civic Theatre. Sara has her bachelors degree from LC State in Administrative Management and has extensive knowledge of treasury rules and regulations.

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