I have been asked to join a residential committee and run for teh secretary position. im wondering what would be involved in carrying out this position, and how a committe works (or should work).
Here are four quotes which might help you decide whether to get involved...
A committee should consist of three men, two of whom are absent. (Sir H B Tree)
A committee is a group that keeps minutes and loses hours. (M Berle)
Meetings are indispensible when you don't want to do anything. (J K Galbraith)
A camel is a horse designed by a committee. (Sir A Issigonis or Vogue magazine)
Basically, unless you have hours to waste and don't mind getting nowhere...forget it!