The OpenWater platform is designed to manage applications, awards and review processes. It helps the committee and staff efficiently assess applications, facilitating the complex task of filling each open committee position while considering the interests, skills and preferences of each applicant.
In Sum
The ARP Nominations & Appointments Committee plays an essential role in ensuring the appointments of qualified and diverse volunteers to all volunteer positions within the College. By leveraging technology, the committee efficiently organizes and expedites the application process while ensuring transparency and minimizing bias.
Through thoughtful consideration of conflicts of interest and a strong commitment to diversity, the committee fosters an inclusive environment that enhances the College’s effectiveness. Thanks to the combined expertise and careful deliberation of committee members, the most suitable candidates are selected to guide the ARP’s future success.
Learn how you can join the passionate professionals who guide the ACR, ARP and Foundation on the ACR’s Volunteer webpage.
Aileen Ledingham, PT, MS, PhD, is a physical therapist with research interests that focus primarily on knee osteoarthritis, specifically on how exercise and physical activity can help patients manage their condition and improve their quality of life. She also serves as past president of the ARP and chair of the Nominations & Appointments Committee.
Brendan Antiochos, MD, is an assistant professor of medicine in the Division of Rheumatology, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, and director of the Johns Hopkins Vasculitis Center. He serves as a member of the Nominations & Appointments Committee.
