Fraternity Educator

Version 4.5
Fraternity Educator
Guide
This guide compliments PEP Manual Seventh Edition. The Pledge Education Program is a program of
the Road to Brotherhood. Refer to www.akpsi.org/pep and www.akpsi.org/rtb for more information.
Welcome and Program Overview
On behalf of the Board of Directors, Management Team, and Heritage Center staff thank you for allowing us to work with you in creating a cornerstone of a positive life-long brotherhood experience.
This program will focus on building awareness and appreciation for the history, values, and vision of
AKPsi. Furthermore, this program introduces the concepts of developing individuals who will become
principled business leaders.
Alpha Kappa Psi strives to have a consistent experience across all chapters. Our fraternity education
program assists chapters in developing and delivering the best orientation experience possible to
ensure each new member is receiving a consistent level of education and training.
Getting Started
Utilizing the fraternity’s Pledge Education Program is one of the Minimum Standards for chapters. The
program contains the minimum level of information to be taught to new members.
Are incoming members being properly educated to add to the success of the chapter and the fraternity? Has what is expected of them as a brother been taught? If you think of this program as a new
employee orientation – have you prepared your new members to be the best they can be for their job
as a brother?
This guide gives you tips and insights to the program to help you deliver a quality program. You can
take the principles presented in this program and deliver it in a way unique to your chapter or you
can run this program “as is” from start to finish. No matter the route you take, you’ll need to do prep
work to present a professional program.
Map out the experience and complete the additional documents you’ll need to educate the new
members. When utilizing this program here is what you’ll need to prepare:
• Chapter organization chart
• Chapter calendar
• Pledge calendar
• Any local chapter policies
• Quiz information study guide for local information (where you quiz local chapter info);
• Regional specific info {chapters & Greek names of other chapters in the region, regional management team (names & contact info, etc.)}
• Chapter roster (indicate officers, committee chairs, etc.)
• Pledge requirements (template provided “Performance Evaluation”)
Include what must be fulfilled in order to be considered for initiation. If your
chapter uses a plus/minus (merit/demerit) system you’ll need to include this as well. Emphasis should be placed on merit rather than demerit. A pledge should always know where he or she stands with the chapter and pledges should not be surprised if he or she is removed from the pledge process.
• Any other chapter specific information as it relates to this program (pledge projects, etc.)
Be sure everything you use in your pledge program (and chapter) adheres to fraternity and university
regulations.
Program Components
This program is easy to follow and implement and consists of several key components:
The lesson plans cover a six week program and can be readjusted to fit your needs. The lesson
plans are all formatted the same, are easy to follow and contain the following:
• Objective – what the learning objectives are for the specific lesson
• Duration – indicates the estimated time needed to run the lesson plan, broken down by
segments
• Materials Needed – provides a list of materials needed to run the meeting
• Presenters – who is needed to present at the meeting
• Procedures – everything needed to present and cover during the lesson. This includes information to be covered for the upcoming quiz. Make sure you know where things are in PEP
so you can reference appropriately. This Guide and PEP materials should be used similar to
a text book used in a class.
• Notes – special notes about the lesson plan or activities
• Post Meeting Reminders – reminders about what you need to do before the next meeting
• Suggested Activities – these are activities you can do with pledges to help emphasize the
material or information
• Materials Provided – documents and forms have already been prepared for you. This section tells you what materials go with this lesson
This guide has valuable tips and insights to the program. There are additional documents on
www.akpsi.org which support the pledge education process and experience.
The purpose of the pledge program is to ensure each Alpha Kappa Psi new member, regardless
of home chapter, is receiving the same minimum education. In addition to using this program
in its entirety, please ensure your program is covering the following minimum standards. Failure
to cover these minimums can result in disciplinary action, a grievance filed with the fraternity.
• Pledge welcome letter (p3 PEP Manual)
• Pledge agreement (download from www.akpsi.org/pep)
• Pledge requirements
• Syllabus for pledge program
• What is required for completion of the pledge process
• Attendance
• Fees
• Topics covered each week during pledge education
• Quizzes
• Take quizzes during the pledge process to prepare for the Fraternal Exam
• Fraternal Exam
• Each pledge must successfully pass the exam with a 76%
• Fraternity Education
• Provide pledges education in the following content areas:
Fraternal information and history
• Core values, vision, tag-line, guiding principles
• History on the Fraternal Exam
Governance of the Fraternity
• Governing documents
• Governing bodies
Risk Management Policies (Board of Directors Statement of Policy)
Local chapter information
• Brother requirements
• Chapter history
• Chapter operations
• Chapter governance
• Chapter governing documents
Meeting procedure
• Roberts Rules of Order
• Parliamentary Procedures
• Conduct in meetings
• Proper pledge evaluation and discipline
• Pledges should always know where they stand within the process and with the brothers
• If a pledge needs to be disciplined proper procedures will be followed (as outlined in the
Fraternity Educators Guide and the Road to Brotherhood)
• It is essential to draft and implement a performance improvement plan prior to a pledge
being removed as outlined in the Fraternity Educators Guide and the Road to Brotherhood.
If the chapter has any questions regarding a performance improvement plan for pledges or
removing a pledge, contact the Heritage Center immediately.
• Should a pledge need to be removed from the pledging process, the chapter must follow the process outlined in the Ritual manual, Version 8, page 24.
• Membership requirements
• What is required each term for brothers to remain in good standing with chapter
• Attendance
• Fees
• Events
• Required service
• Other requirements to remain in good standing
Meeting Information: 2 hrs
This meeting should be held on a
regular pledge meeting day as soon as
possible after bids are offered and accepted. Do not host Orientation on the
day of their bid acceptance.
The orientation section is the first
introduction to what pledging in Alpha
Kappa Psi really means. You will meet
the leadership of the chapter, review
the upcoming calendar of meetings and
events, and discuss the expectations
and opportunities which come with
membership in the fraternity.
•Advisor - Shares local and national
awards the chapter has achieved
•Seniors - Plan and execute icebreaker
(ie, commonalities)
•Executive Committee - Facilitate
membership expectation discussion
•VP-Membership - Distribute and collect recruitment evaluations
•Treasurer - Discuss financial policies and financial amounts for new
members
•PEP Manuals. The chapter is sent
manuals from the Heritage Center upon
receipt of pledge reporting. The manuals
contain AKPsi history, activities to help
deliver important information, discussion
topics and reflections.
•Local chapter information. The following
items should be included:
•A welcome letter from the chapter
president and fraternity educator on
behalf of the entire chapter
•A directory of officers and initiated
members, New Member Committee members and advisors (include
phone numbers, e-mail addresses
and majors)
•An activities schedule including
rituals, an explanation about what
to wear at each ritual, new member
meetings, a chapter calendar, new
member retreat, big brother reveal,
and initiation date
•Finance sheet with AKPsi financial
policies and amounts due for the
semester/year
•Chapter bylaws and points system
•Chapter GPA requirements, study
tips and academic program
•Campus organizations and AKPsi
members who belong to them
•A page of local chapter history
•Songs, chants and cheers used by
the chapter
•Pledge Acknowledgement (on www.
akpsi.org/pep)
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MEETING :: one
Opportunity
Alpha Kappa Psi is
recognized as the premier
developer of principled
business leaders.
The Vision of
Alpha Kappa Psi
meeting 1
Opportunity Agenda
OPPORTUNITY
Today’s orientation is the first introduction to what being in Alpha Kappa
Psi really means. You will meet the leadership of the chapter, review a
calendar of events and discuss the expectations and opportunities which
come with membership in the fraternity.
As roll call is taken, answer with what “sealed the deal” for you to join
AKPsi. Record what “sealed the deal” for you and others to join AKPsi in
the space provided below.
What “sealed the deal” for me: _________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Before taking roll, ask everyone to turn to p. 15 in the
Opportunity section of the PEP manual where they will
see a meeting agenda as well as an explanation of Parliamentary Procedure. Parliamentary law originates from
English Parliament and similar legislative bodies. AKPsi
uses parliamentary procedure to effectively and fairly
run local and Chapter Congress meetings. Robert’s Rules
of Order is the leading guidebook for the proper use of
parliamentary procedure.
__________________________________________________________
What “sealed the deal” for others: ______________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
As you take roll call, ask the new members to answer with
what “sealed the deal” for them to join AKPsi. They can
take notes on p. 8 of the PEP Manual.
__________________________________________________________
How do your reasons differ?
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This is a time for the advisor to share local awards won by
the chapter, distribute local materials/information/governing documents, and discuss the bigger picture of the
Fraternity’s accomplishments and events.
Your chapter engages in and hosts a wide variety of activities during the course of an academic year.
While Alpha Kappa Psi is a professional fraternity, emphasis is placed on a well-rounded experience.
Point out some programs the chapter hosts:
• Professional Programs: Speakers on business and educational subjects, field and industrial trips, workshops and seminars on related topics.
• Service: Projects designed to assist the school of business or its faculty members, the university and the
community.
• Social: Dinners and dances, picnics, intramural sports, outings and other activities.
• Fundraising: Projects to raise funds for various purposes. Candy sales, magazine subscription sales, golf
tournaments, taking inventories, marketing surveys and coupon booklets are some of the methods used
by chapters.
Convention, Principled Business Leadership Institutes and other fraternity programs: Attendance
and participation in these programs benefits all members individually and as a chapter.
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Have the group form triads based on predetermined groupings. After they find their partners and
introduce themselves they should discuss their assigned question (be sure to give them the discussion
question before they find their partners!). Examples include:
• Triad: Month you were born in | Discuss: What you hope to learn as a new member
• Triad: find 2 people who are from the same type of town you grew up in (small, urban, suburban, etc.) |
Discuss: Why you chose your institution
• Triad: Find 2 people who share the same birth order as you (oldest, middle, youngest, only
child, etc.) | Discuss: If you won the lottery what would you do?
(Senior brothers may leave after this activity.)
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The first discussion to have is centered on values and
what it means to be a values-based organization.
Respond to each question in the spaces provided below. Discuss your
responses with a partner and as a group.
What does it mean to be a values-based organization? ________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
What is a vision? Why do we have one? ____________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
What is a creed? Why do we have one? __________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Vision: As an organization, we need to have a clear idea
of where we are going as an organization and where
we want to be in the future. By creating and following
a vision statement, we are stating in a clear and concise
manner, what our programs, services, and resources will
support.
__________________________________________________________
Tag-line
Write the fraternity’s tag-line in the space provided below:
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Alpha Kappa Psi
PEP
Values-Based Organization: We were founded and
developed on certain principles, and while the primary
reasoning of our founding will not be revealed to you
until you are initiated, our core values and vision are the
public declaration of what we stand for as an organization. Our Fraternity is a brotherhood based on values. You
will learn these values through various vehicles throughout your tenure as a member, but if you lose sight of
our values, then you lose sight of the purpose of being a
member in AKPsi.
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Creed: A creed is a system or statement of principles. As
a values-based organization, it stands to reason we have
a system of principles. The creed for us acts as a public
statement of our founder’s beliefs, which are of course secret and only revealed during our private
initiation. The creed is our statement to the world about what we believe and how we will act as
members of Alpha Kappa Psi.
Tag Line: Alpha Kappa Psi – Shaping People, Shaping Business; this is a simple statement used in our
corporate branding.
Since we have identified what it means to be a values-based organization, let’s discuss the values, vision, and the beginning of the creed of Alpha Kappa Psi. This section is very content-heavy. Make this
part fun - such as a Jeopardy board or Memory cards. Have an interactive activity so you are not just
reading these out - give examples of how your chapter incorporates these values or exemplifies them
(as a case study, for instance).
meeting 1
OPPORTUNITY
Trust, respect, cooperation, companionship and aid to
brothers is the expected norm
Core Values
In the spaces provided below, write the definititions to Alpha Kappa Psi’s
five core values:
Brotherhood: _______________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Education and experience is emphasized and shared
__________________________________________________________
Integrity: __________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Service: ___________________________________________________
All actions, whether in business or in life, are guided by
honesty, ethics and fairness
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Unity: ____________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Knowledge: ________________________________________________
Sharing of time, talent and treasure with society and with
our fraternity is a priority
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Vision Statement
Write the fraternity’s vision statement in the space provided below:
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
A common understanding of our vision and values that
transcends chapter, generation and profession is utilized
to anticipate and create the future
__________________________________________________________
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Alpha Kappa Psi
Note: each meeting from here on is divided into sections
based on each of Alpha Kappa Psi’s core values. We will
learn more about each value and how it fits into the fraternity’s programs and traditions.
PEP
On p.10 of the PEP Manual, The Vision: Alpha Kappa Psi is
recognized as the premier developer of principled business leaders.
Creed of Alpha Kappa Psi
Recite the first phrase of the Creed together as a group.
Alpha Kappa Psi recognizes that
We live in deeds, not years;
Guiding Principles
Read each of the descriptions of our five guiding principles and match them
with the following list:
Together, recite the first phrase of The Creed found on p.
11 of the PEP Manual. “Alpha Kappa Psi recognizes that
We live in deeds, not years;” Share with the new members:
Knowing The Creed is required for initiation as it is one of
the questions on the Fraternal Exam.
A. High Ethical Standards, B. Building Brotherhood, C. Enhancing the
Fraternity for Life, D. Lifelong Learning, E. Improving Communities
______ The esoteric quality we call “brotherhood” is of vital importance
though difficult to define. Our members, from the day they become brothers
until the end of their lives, foster a great love of the fraternity and a fondness
for brother members. While brotherhood manifests itself in a multitude of
ways, at its center is a sense of duty and respect for both the fraternity and
individual members. All activities and decisions that involve the fraternity are
guided by a sense of stewardship and selflessness. Members are anchored by
the need to do what is in the best interest of the fraternity as a whole and are
not swayed by individual self-interest.
______ College is merely the beginning of business education. Our members
share their knowledge and experiences openly with the people they work
with, regardless of rank or position. In addition, they seek out opportunities
to share their real world experience with brothers, and in doing so they
enhance the lifelong learning of those members.
______ While the business world offers many opportunities for success
and advancement, it also requires us to make decisions about how we
succeed. Our members understand the importance of making decisions and
conducting business in a way that takes into account both legal and ethical
considerations. Our members serve as role models through their consistently
fair and ethical conduct.
______ Much is expected of those to whom much is given. Business
professionals who seek to improve the communities in which they do
business improve lives and develop goodwill. Our members give back to their
communities through volunteer activities and monetary support.
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Divide into three groups and have each group complete
the matching activity in their manuals. The definitions can
be found in the PEP Manual.
After they are done, have them share their answers and
give a small prize to those who got all five correct.
1. B. Building Brotherhood
2. D. Lifelong Learning
3. A. High Ethical Standards
4. E. Improving Communities
5. C. Enhancing the Fraternity for Life
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Ask each group to discuss the questions below. Encourage them to post on AKPsi’s
Facebook page or tweet using the hashtags #opportunity, #PEP, #AKPsi:
• How do the core values and guiding principles relate to your experience in Alpha
Kappa Psi?
• What do the core values and guiding principles mean in the context of fraternity?
As you transition to talking about your chapter and any specific requirements of the pledge program,
share with the group what opportunities AKPsi opened up for you and how to best take advantage of
their membership.
PEP
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The purpose of our time together is to educate incoming members about Alpha
Kappa Psi, its history, structure, ideals and objectives, requirements for membership
and how to develop and enhance an individual’s professional abilities and interests.
The requirements per the Constitution and Statutory Code of Alpha Kappa Psi governing the instruction of pledges are paraphrased in the PEP Manual. Review each section to be sure each member of
the group understands the expectations placed upon them and upon student brothers.
Refer to the PEP Manual for complete details about each of these areas.
The chapter president introduces the Alpha Kappa Psi Pledge Acknowledgement. Explain that Alpha
Kappa Psi requires all members to adhere to the policies referred to in this acknowledgement.
The success of a chapter is dependent upon the support and interest of every member. Dependence
for leadership is placed first on the chapter president, second on its executive committee and officers, and third upon the various committees. The bulk of the actual work should be accomplished by
the latter, but the committees in turn must depend on the support and participation of the individual
members. The chapter’s future is assured if all members fulfill their sworn duties and justify affiliation
by the faithful performance of the following duties: (review student member responsibilities)
President - Ask each new member to sign his or her acknowledgement. The secretary will collect
these and keep on file. Explain that we have a Judicial Committee to address failure to abide by these
expectations and policies.
• Divide the pledge class into ten groups. An executive board member or committee head facilitates each
group. Assign each group one of the ten expectations to discuss (allow at least 10 minutes for discussion).
• At the end of the discussion time, have someone from each group teach the larger group about their assigned expectation. Remind the pledges to take this opportunity to post their reflections on Facebook or
tweet any interesting conclusions.
• Explain that each chapter has a dual responsibility - one to its college or university and the other to the
Fraternity. It shall always be the goal of the chapter and its members to render outstanding service which
will make the chapter a leader on its campus. Members must also carry out the Fraternity’s objectives with
such effort and enthusiasm as to place it among the foremost chapters of Alpha Kappa Psi.
To accomplish this, members must challenge themselves to continuously learn and strive to
improve every aspect of chapter operations.
PEP
The following agenda is a typical format for pledge meetings using Parliamentary
Procedure. More information about each topic is included.
15 - 16 • Meeting Opening
• Roll Call
• Officer/Committee Reports
• Fraternity Education
• Committee Meetings
• Announcements
• Adjournment
• Meeting Notes
Members of AKPsi
List the five types of membership in Alpha Kappa Psi:
1. ________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________
3. ________________________________________________________
4. ________________________________________________________
5. ________________________________________________________
The vast professional family of fraternity members provides an unlimited
network of business men and women in every facet of business. As time
passes, more and more members of AKPsi achieve prominence in business,
education, industry and government.
More than ________ members have been initiated into Alpha Kappa Psi. Of
this number, about ________ are active faculty members, approximately
________ are current college students working on degrees in business
administration and related fields, and the remainder are alumni engaged
in business throughout the United States and in other parts of the world.
Of AKPsi’s alumni membership, more than ________ are Life Members
and subscribers to The Diary of Alpha Kappa Psi, the Alpha Kappa Psi
Foundation’s official magazine.
Leadership of Your Chapter
My executive board is:
President: ________________________________________________
Duties: ____________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Vice President - ___________________________________________
Duties: ____________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Vice President - __________________________________________
Duties: ____________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Vice President - ___________________________________________
Duties: ____________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
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Explain the five types of membership in Alpha Kappa Psi:
1. Pledge/New Member: Someone who has accepted an
offer to join the fraternity.
2. Student: Student Member is an individual who is
properly registered and actively pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from a college or university that
promotes a course of study not fewer than two (2) academic years in length for any such degree (“Qualified
Institution”) and who has been duly initiated into a College Chapter.
3. Alumni: An Alumni Member is an individual who has
been, but is no longer, a Student Member or Faculty
Member.
4. Faculty: Faculty Membership is conferred upon individuals in the university community who have made
significant contributions to the study of business or to
the chapter. Chapters should confer Faculty Membership
on its faculty advisor(s).
5. Honorary: Honorary Membership is conferred upon
individuals who have achieved prominence and made
significant contributions to the community or chapter.
Read the opening Paragraph, then ask for the group to
guess the underlined numbers and for them to fill in the blanks in their manuals.
• 236,000 members
• 5,200 are faculty members
• 15,000 are current college students
• 24,000 are Life Members and subscribers to the Diary of Alpha Kappa Psi
15 minute break!
President - Introduce the executive committee and give a
brief description of their responsibilities. President will go
over Student Member Responsibilities (below). The Constitution and Statutory Code of the fraternity stipulates
that the officers for each chapter shall minimally consist
of (see Statutory Code for further officer descriptions and duties):
Members of AKPsi
List the five types of membership in Alpha Kappa Psi:
1. ________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________
3. ________________________________________________________
4. ________________________________________________________
5. ________________________________________________________
The vast professional family of fraternity members provides an unlimited
network of business men and women in every facet of business. As time
passes, more and more members of AKPsi achieve prominence in business,
education, industry and government.
More than ________ members have been initiated into Alpha Kappa Psi. Of
this number, about ________ are active faculty members, approximately
________ are current college students working on degrees in business
administration and related fields, and the remainder are alumni engaged
in business throughout the United States and in other parts of the world.
Of AKPsi’s alumni membership, more than ________ are Life Members
and subscribers to The Diary of Alpha Kappa Psi, the Alpha Kappa Psi
Foundation’s official magazine.
Leadership of Your Chapter
My executive board is:
President: ________________________________________________
Duties: ____________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Vice President - ___________________________________________
Duties: ____________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Vice President - __________________________________________
Duties: ____________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Vice President - ___________________________________________
Duties: ____________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
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for the faithful performance of the position.
President: Chief executive officer of the chapter. Presides
at all meetings and appoints all committees.
Vice President(s): Responsible for the completion and
submission of the Annual Chapter Report (ACR) to the
Heritage Center and for the proper instruction of pledges. A chapter may elect more than one vice president and
divide the above duties. Your chapter’s Bylaws, as well as
tradition, will dictate officer positions and responsibilities.
Secretary: Keeps the minutes of all chapter meetings.
Responsible for proper handling of chapter correspondence and is custodian of records and documents. Ask
the Secretary to review the chapter calendar in detail.
Treasurer: Responsible for the collection and disbursement of chapter funds, proper maintenance of accounting records, and forwarding membership records, fees
and clearance records to the Heritage Center. The treasurer is bonded by a surety bond carried by the Fraternity
Master of Rituals: In charge of ritual equipment and the conduct of chapter rituals and initiations.
Chaplain: Conducts the invocations.
Warden: Guards the entrance to chapter meetings and rituals.
Chapter Historian: Maintains an accurate history of the chapter.
The first five officers are elected by the chapter. The others are appointed by the chapter president. All
shall be installed in accordance with the installation ceremony of The Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi. The
executive committee is comprised of the president, vice president(s), secretary, treasurer and master of
rituals. Its purpose is to conduct chapter planning on behalf of the entire membership, manage administrative details and develop efficiency in chapter operations.
Our Class’ Organizational Stucture
Using the blank lines in the chart, fill out your class’ leadership.
Student Chapter
Fraternity Educator
President
Treasurer
LEGEND
Fundraising
Committee
chapter
VP Alumni Relations
Professional
Committee
pledge class
VP Administration
Social
Committee
direct report
Alpha Kappa Psi
Service
Committee
functional report
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Introduce the concept and responsibilities of Class Officers. Just as the fraternity and the chapter have an organizational structure, so does your pledge
class. The Class officers are President, Vice President-Administration, Vice President-Finance, Vice President Alumni Relations, Secretary, and Historian. Class
officers are not required, and small new member classes do not need officers
at all. All new member class officers serve as the New Member Retreat Committee and assist the NM Committee in preparing and executing retreat activities. Have the members of the pledge class complete the flowchart
found on p. 19 of the PEP Manual. This is the time to elect pledge
class officers and assign committee roles.
meeting 1
OPPORTUNITY
Fiscal Responsibility
Fee: _____________________________________________________
What does it include? _______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Treasurer
Review the AKPsi financial policies for paying dues and
other fees. Go over the financial sheet of expenses (make
this separately like an invoice) for the first semester. Remind them of due dates and explain what the difference
is between local and international dues.
When is it due? _____________________________________________
Fee: ______________________________________________________
What does it include? _______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
When is it due? _____________________________________________
Fee: ______________________________________________________
What does it include? _______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
When is it due? _____________________________________________
Fee: _____________________________________________________
What does it include? _______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
When is it due? _____________________________________________
Fiscal responsibility is held in the highest regard within
Alpha Kappa Psi. Members must fully pay all financial
obligations and do so in a timely manner. Each chapter
establishes its own fees, however they cannot be less than
those required by the Chapter Congress - the body who
sets fees every student member of Alpha Kappa Psi pays.
That amount is sent to the Heritage Center. Any fees more
than that number are what we call local fees, as they stay
at the local level for chapter programming.
Refer to p. 20 in your manual and fill in the blanks related
to each fee. The fees are not listed below as they change
from year to year. Make sure to check online at akpsi.org
or with the Heritage Center to ensure you are have the
most up to date information.
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Alpha Kappa Psi
PEP
The fraternity pledge fee is a one-time fee for new pledges of
the fraternity. It is _________ and provides this PEP Manual and
the Fraternal Exam.
The one-time fraternity initiation fee is __________ is payable in advance of initiation. It includes a recognition
button, a membership certificate and card, a subscription to the Diary of Alpha Kappa Psi (until after graduation)
and other services and benefits.
Membership dues are _________ and are payable semi-annually to the Heritage Center through the local chapters
by October 15 and February 15 of each year until a member graduates or otherwise leaves school. Membership
dues provide for all services rendered to members and chapters, the general administration of the fraternity, the
publishing and sending of the Diary of Alpha Kappa Psi to undergraduate members and some expenses related
to regional and fraternity conferences.
Each fall, the fraternity charges chapters per person for liability insurance. The total amount for the premium is
based on the chapter’s membership the previous spring term. With the insurance policy, the chapter is covered
up to $1,000,000 against liability claims.
A chapter is required to collect the pledge and initiation fees of each member in advance of the respective ceremony and forward the fees to Heritage Center within seven business days after the ritual. In no case should a
chapter fail to make payment of the fraternity financial obligations later than 30 days after they are due. If a chapter is delinquent at the time of a Convention, it will lose the right of its delegate to vote. A member who allows
his/her account to the chapter to become 30 days past due is subject to suspension or expulsion. The Constitution and Statutory Code provides for penalties for non-payments and delinquent payments.
Besides fraternal dues, your chapter will require members to pay dues to fund the chapter’s
operations and other expenses as specified in your chapter’s bylaws. Operational expenses can be
mitigated by successful fundraising activities, contributions from alumni, local businesses and
the college/university.
A lot of information has been provided up to this point. A member of the executive board should lead a brief discussion of student member expectations
to be sure the group is on the same page.
Have the pledges turn to p. 21 in the PEP Manual. Give a few minutes to
complete the reflection in their PEP Manual about their experience so far. They
will think about “What does the word opportunity mean to you? What do you
want to learn from AKPsi? What AKPsi experience would enrich your life?”
VP-Membership (or whoever is in charge of Recruitment)
Pass out Recruitment Evaluations and ask new members to complete them.
Collect when finished.
Have each new member complete their ChapterSpot profile. Each individual
will have recieved their own email request to do so, but it is imperative this be
completed. Verify completion with all new members.
• Memorize the first phrase of The Creed of Alpha Kappa Psi.
• New members and their Opportunity Mentors (the mentor assigned to
them each week—next week will be the Brotherhood Mentor) should look
through the PEP Manual workbook and explore the AKPsi website. Point
out fraternity fast facts including colors, flower, founding date and location, founders’ names and symbols.
• Complete worksheets and any reflections in PEP Manual you did not get to
finish. p. 21
• Bring a personal item such as a special photo or memento to the next
meeting.
• Executive committee brings cookies with founders names on them. While
eating cookies, break into Founders Groups (if 10 groups is too many,
combine some of the groups) to begin creating an acronym for remembering the founders names. The pledges will finalize this acronym in their next
meeting to help them remember the founders names.
Do not go where the path may lead.
Go instead where there is no path
and leave a trail.
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Meeting Information: 1.5 hrs
This meeting is an introduction to the
founding and history of Alpha Kappa
Psi. You will learn the Anthem of Alpha
Kappa Psi as well as important symbols
of the fraternity.
•Executive committee - Teach “The Anthem of Alpha Kappa Psi.”
•Pledge Educator - Teach the history of
AKPsi’s founding.
•Brotherhood Mentors - Participate in the
brotherhood activity at the end of the
meeting.
•Index cards - one per participant
•Pens and pencils
MEETING :: two
Brotherhood
“Alpha Kappa Psi
recognizes that
We live in deeds
not years;”
The Creed of
Alpha Kappa Psi
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Brotherhood Agenda
BROTHERHOOD
This meeting is an introduction to the founding and history of Alpha Kappa
Psi. You will learn the Anthem of Alpha Kappa Psi as well as important
symbols of the fraternity.
Living Nametag
Write the elements of your living name tag in the space provided below. In
the upper right corner, list three important values you try to live by; in the
upper left corner, list three people who make you smile; in the lower right
corner, put these three things in order when making a decision: think, act,
feel; and in the lower left corner, write three words which describe why you
chose to join AKPsi.
Is your “living nametag” similar to others? How is it different?
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Give each new member an index card, writing utensil and
the following instructions:
• In the center, write your name.
• Under your name, write a word that describes you.
• In the upper right corner, write three important values
you try to live by.
• In the upper left corner, list three people who make
you smile.
• In the lower right corner, put these three things in
order when making a decision: think, act, feel.
• In the lower left corner, write three words which describe why you chose to join AKPsi.
• Share your “living nametag” in random groups of five.
These can be the people sitting closest to you. Transfer notes to the space provided on p. 24 PEP Manual.
• Give nametags to Fraternity Educator at the end of the
activity for counting the roll.
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“The Anthem of Alpha Kappa Psi.” This song shares the
value of a lifetime commitment to AKPsi and the responsibility of continuing involvement after college. New
members are chosen because of the qualities they possess—qualities which benefit the chapter and fraternity.
“Anthem of Alpha Kappa Psi” is sung at the closing of
fraternity events and special occasions.
The Anthem of Alpha Kappa Psi
Write the words to the anthem you learned today.
(1)
________________________________________________________ ,
________________________________________________________ ?
Together, recite the first section of The Creed the pledges
learned last week, “Alpha Kappa Psi recognizes that We
live in deeds not years;”
_________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________ ?
Chorus
___________________________________ , ____________________ ,
________________________________________________________ ,
Discussion - Ask for responses to these questions and
then give time to complete the reflection on p. 26 in their
PEP Manuals:
_________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________ .
(2)
• Is brotherhood a relevant concept today?
• How can you be a member who exemplifies “brotherhood?”
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________ ,
________________________________________________________ ,
________________________________________________________ .
Chorus
After they have had time to finish the reflection in the PEP
Manual, encourage them to post on AKPsi’s Facebook
page or tweet their response to the question, “How can
you be a “brother” to other members of AKPsi?”
The Creed of Alpha Kappa Psi
Write the first section of the Creed below.
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________;
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Who—Alpha Kappa Psi has ten founders. At the end of
this lesson, you will create and finalize an acronym of the
founders’ names so you can easily memorize them. This
will be on next week’s quiz.
Founding of Alpha Kappa Psi
The story of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity begins at New York University,
Washington Square, New York.
In the fall of 1902, after the university had awarded the first of its degrees
in business through the School of Commerce established in 1900, a
stronger basis for instruction was introduced, more faculty members were
added, and the curriculum was enlarged and correlated anew. The year
1902 marked the first three-year class working toward the Bachelor of
Commercial Science degree.
When—The official date of our founding is Oct. 5, 1904.
The first year of this program had demonstrated the need for a strong
administrator to concentrate his full-time and energy on the development
of the school. The man chosen for this position was Joseph French Johnson.
In 1901, he accepted the post of secretary of the faculty at the NYU School.
At this critical time, some members of the class of 1905 came forward to
reassure the new dean that they had complete faith in his policies and that
they would, in every way possible, endeavor to promote the success of the
school, to work to make the new degree respected and valued.
These eager, serious-minded students occupied the same seats in class, five
nights a week, in the eighth floor classrooms of the new University Building
on Washington Square. Since they all worked by day and had school
work too, they had little time for any school social activities, but the early
members managed to get together on Friday nights for social time, mostly
spent in talk of the school. It was only natural that, without any apparent
design or effort the four should meet each night after classes to take
advantage of the quietness of lower Broadway to walk south for twenty-five
minutes to City Hall and then across the Brooklyn Bridge to their homes.
They talked over their mutual problems. They soon acquired a new name
and were widely heralded as the Brooklyn Four. Their names were George L.
Bergen, Howard M. Jefferson, Nathan Lane Jr. and Frederic R. Leach.
There were two other outstanding men of the class of 1905 who likewise
exercised and talked over their various problems while walking from class
but in the opposite direction, north, toward midtown Manhattan. They were
Robert S. Douglas and Daniel V. Duff. Somewhere between his first and
second year, Leach suggested the organization of a fraternity. The idea met
with unanimous approval.
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Why— The story of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity begins at
New York University, Washington Square, New York.
Now, ask for volunteers to read aloud the story of the
founding of AKPsi found on pages 27-28.
Create an acronym for the ten founders of AKPsi.
In the winter, during the 1903-04 school year, much further work was
accomplished. At the beginning, several meetings of those students who
were the founders of Alpha Kappa Psi were conducted. By late April, plans
Alpha Kappa Psi
Where—AKPsi was founded at New York University,
Washington Square, New York on October 5, 1904. Our
first chapter was the Alpha Chapter.
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In the space below, create an acronym for the ten founders of the fraternity.
Once you have learned your acronym, name the ten founders of Alpha
Kappa Psi. Place a star next to each member of the Brooklyn Four.
Study history, study history.
In history lies all the secrets
of statecraft.
Ten Founders:
1. ________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________
Winston Churchill
3. ________________________________________________________
4. ________________________________________________________
5. ________________________________________________________
6. ________________________________________________________
7. ________________________________________________________
8. ________________________________________________________
9. ________________________________________________________
10. _______________________________________________________
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meeting 2
BROTHERHOOD
The Symbols and Emblems Alpha Kappa Psi
Coat of Arms
Our coat of arms is AKPsi’s
heraldic insignia and possesses
secret significance. The objects
on the coat of arms include a coin
bag, Phoenician galley, chain of
four links and a pair of balances.
Today’s version of the coat of arms
was designed in 1930 and replaced
the former one which was not in
accord with the rules of heraldry.
Logo
The fraternity’s logo was created
in 2001 as an alternate option to
the coat of arms. When promoting
the fraternity to a corporate or
non-fraternal audience, this is the
preferred choice.
Seal
The fraternity’s seal is used to attest
charters, membership certificates
and awards issued by the fraternity.
The date “1905” is the year the
fraternity was incorporated in the
State of New York.
Flag
Alpha Kappa Psi’s flag features the
Greek letters in gold on a middle
panel of navy blue, with panels of
gold on each side. Navy and gold
are the fraternity’s official colors.
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Review each item; refer to the manual for additional
content on each: Coat of Arms, logo, seal, flag, jewel, and
flower.
Each Founder contributed unique qualities to the Alpha
chapter to make up a balanced and well-rounded group.
Ask new members to get out the personal items they
brought with them. They should share why they chose
their items, why they are special, and the qualities they
represent that they bring to the chapter and pledge class.
If the pledge class is larger than 10, share the items in
groups of five or ten (founders groups - 10 founders).
Within Alpha Kappa Psi, rituals are ceremonies for specific
transitions or accomplishments. These are solemn events
sacred to fraternity members and are performed and held
in high reverence. Rituals distinguish us as a fraternity,
instead of just another organization. The Ritual of Alpha
Kappa Psi is the official guidebook for fraternal activities
such as initiation to membership and acceptance as a
chapter officer. Fraternity rituals are to be taken very seriously and respectfully.
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Jewel
Alpha Kappa Psi’s official gem is
the blue sapphire. It was adopted
as the symbol of our alumni
objectives — you will learn
more about alumni and alumni
objectives in the Knowledge section.
Flower
The fraternity’s official flower is
the yellow rose. The yellow rose
symbolizes joy and happiness, but
most of all, yellow roses stand
for friendship.
In groups, share the personal item you brought with you to today’s meeting.
Share why you chose to bring this item, why it is special and the qualities
the item represents that you bring to the group.
Think about today’s lesson on brotherhood and your connection to the
Brooklyn Four as well as the founding fathers of AKPsi. What do you have
in common in terms of your own professional and educational pursuits?
How does their story relate to yours and to the other members of AKPsi?
What would our founders say to you today as you begin your road to
brotherhood in AKPsi?
1. Name the ten founders of Alpha Kappa Psi.
2. Understand why they founded the fraternity.
3. Learn the symbols and anthem of Alpha Kappa Psi.
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• Memorize the second phrase line of The Creed of
Alpha Kappa Psi, “…In thought, not breath;”
• Review AKPsi website
• Find the name of our magazine, an issue of the magazine online, and how often the magazine is published.
• Journal in the PEP manual
• Review the calendar of activities for coming week.
• Reminder: Complete Chapterspot profile!
Break the chapter into an even number of teams between
five and eight members. Have two teams sit so they face
each other. Play music for two or three minutes and let the
pairs talk and get to know each other. Encourage the pairs
to ask interesting questions that are NOT:
•
•
•
Where are you from?
Where do you live on campus?
Or what is your major?
If needed, provide topics to discuss during the speed networking session. Make sure to do a “pulse check” on how
the new member is doing in their studies and in AKPsi. Stop
the music and ask one team in the pairing to move to the
next brother in line. Continue rotating until each person in
the paired teams has met all other team members. Ask members to tell some of the things
they learned about each other.
Meeting Information: 3 hrs
This meeting delves further into the daily
responsibilities and privileges of Alpha
Kappa Psi membership. You will learn
about managing your scholastic and extracurricular schedule, our governing documents and policies, the judicial process and
resources like the Judiciary Committee, and
the history of our magazine, The Diary of
Alpha Kappa Psi.
•Secretary or Points Chairman
•Historian
•At least two weeks in advance, ask advisors and/or other alumni to come at the
close of the meeting and bring a dessert
or snacks. Prepare them to mingle with
the new members and share their AKPsi
experience. If time does not permit on
the evening of your new member meeting, plan a “mock interview” session on
another day more convenient for alumni
to attend.
•AKPsi Bingo cards (1 per participant; see
Resources on the PEP page of AKPsi.org).
•Academic Achievement and points
programs (should be in new members’
notebooks from first meeting)
•Academic Achievement chapter GPA
visuals (Secretary)
•Poster board with time management
activities (Secretary)
•Time Management schedule for each
new member (Secretary)
•An issue of The Diary of Alpha Kappa Psi
magazine
•Markers
•Desserts/snacks provided by alumni
MEETING :: three
Integrity
“…In thought, not breath;”
The Creed of
Alpha Kappa Psi
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Integrity Agenda
INTEGRITY
After previously discussing the big-picture duties and expectations, we will
shift our focus to the daily responsibilities and privileges of Alpha Kappa Psi
membership. You will learn about managing your schedule, our governing
documents and policies, and the history of our magazine, The Diary of
Alpha Kappa Psi.
As roll call is taken, tell the group about your role model and why. Write
down others’ responses in the space provided below.
__________________________________________________________
Answer with “Who is your role model and why?” (refer to p. 34 in
the PEP Manual to take notes)
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
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Give each member an AKPsi Bingo card. Instruct them to find
brothers who match the facts on their cards and have them initial
the square. Reward the first several members who fill up their cards
with small prizes such as candy or inexpensive items from the AKPsi
Marketplace.
Review “The Anthem of Alpha Kappa Psi.”
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Together, recite the first two parts of The Creed, “Alpha Kappa Psi
recognizes that We live in deeds, not years; In thought, not breath;”
The Anthem of Alpha Kappa Psi
Write the words to the anthem of Alpha Kappa Psi below.
(1)
________________________________________________________ ,
Give the group about 10 minutes for reflection about integrity and
this line of the Creed (page 35-36). When finished, ask them to
share their thoughts.
________________________________________________________ ?
_________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________ ?
Chorus
___________________________________ , ____________________ ,
________________________________________________________ ,
_________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________ .
(2)
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________ ,
________________________________________________________ ,
________________________________________________________ .
Chorus
The Creed of Alpha Kappa Psi
After reciting the first section of the Creed, you will learn the second
section relating to the core value of integrity. Write the second section of
the Creed below.
___________________________,_____________________________;
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In the space below, reflect on this section of the Creed and what you have
learned about integrity so far. What does the word “integrity” mean to you?
Describe someone who has integrity. Do you see your chapter and your
chapter brothers living with integrity?
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Discussion - Ask for responses to these questions and encourage
the pledges to post on AKPsi’s Facebook page or tweet:
• What does the word “integrity” mean to you?
• Have you seen this in your chapter of AKPsi?
• What does this line of The Creed mean to you?
• How is this line relevant in today’s society?
• How do you act with integrity?
It's easy to
maintain your
integrity when
no one is
offering to buy
it out.
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
After discussing, post on AKPsi’s Facebook wall or tweet to @akpsi the
answer to the questions: What does the word “integrity” mean to you? Have
you seen this in your chapter? What does this line of the Creed mean to you?
How is this line relevant in today’s society? How do you act with integrity?
(#PEP, #AKPsi, #AKPsiChat, #AKPsiKnowledge)
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Risk Management Policies
One of the most important ways we as members of AKPsi can live with
integrity is to uphold the fraternity’s risk management policies. These
polices are maintained in the Board of Directors’ Statement of Policy
(available at akpsi.org). All members and pledges are expected to follow
these policies as written and encouraged to inspire other Alpha Kappa Psi
affiliates to do the same.
Alcohol and Drug Policy
All members of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity shall abide by all applicable
liquor control laws of the State or other jurisdiction including colleges and
universities while participating in a fraternity event.
Responsibilities
Although the leadership of the fraternity at any specific event, whether
local, regional or organization-wide in scope, is responsible for promoting
compliance with this policy, every brother of Alpha Kappa Psi is expected to
assist in ensuring adherence to this policy.
In an effort to maintain and abide by this policy, members shall use the
following guidelines:
1. The possession, use and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages while
on chapter premises, during an official event, whether local, regional or
organization-wide in scope, or in any situation sponsored or endorsed
by the chapter or by the fraternity, must be in compliance with any and all
applicable state, county, city and university laws or regulations.
2. No alcoholic beverages may be purchased using chapter, pledge class
or fraternity funds; nor may any member, in the name of or on behalf
of the chapter, coordinate the collection of or provide any funds for
such a purpose. In addition, no chapter may co-sponsor or co-finance a
function at which alcohol is purchased by any of the host chapters, groups
or organizations.
3. No chapter may co-sponsor an event with a brewery, vineyard, distillery,
alcohol distributor or tavern (tavern defined as an establishment
generating more than half of annual gross sales from alcohol) at which
alcohol is given away, sold or otherwise provided to those present. This
includes any event held in, at or on the property of a tavern as defined
above for purposes of fundraising. This also includes earning funds from
the sale of alcohol, wristbands, cups, etc. However, a chapter may rent or
use a room or area in a tavern as defined above for a closed event held
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One of the most important ways we as members of AKPsi
can live with integrity is to uphold the fraternity’s policies.
Our Risk Management policies are divided into 5 sections:
1. Alcohol and Drug;
2. Fire and Health Safety;
3. Hazing;
4. Sexual Harassment; and
5. Publication of Inappropriate Material.
In this section, you will also go over governing documents.
Divide into 5 groups and assign each group an area of
risk management to read, discuss and provide a content
review for the rest of the pledges. A content review is
like a preview for a movie—should last no longer than
5 minutes and is a snapshot of what the content entails.
Consider doing a skit, a song, a top ten list, etc.
Review all five sections in the PEP Manual to be sure each
groups covers all the necessary information.
Procedure
Charges of violation of this policy must be made in writing to the Chief Executive Officer with correspondence addressed to the recipient via the Heritage Center. To the extent possible, the written
statement will be confidential concerning the nature of the conduct underlying his or her claim, although the fact that a claim of policy violation has been made will NOT be held in confidence. The
investigation may warrant that all information surrounding the complaint may need to be released.
The Investigating Committee shall consist of members of the Judiciary Committee. In instances where
a member of the Judiciary Committee is charged with violation, the accused shall be removed from
the committee and a replacement will be appointed. The procedures outlined in the “Disciplinary Procedures” will be followed as appropriate.
Summary
It is the intent of Alpha Kappa Psi to be reasonably responsive to any member who has an honest
perception that this policy has been violated to the detriment of the complainant and/or the brotherhood.
All premises used for Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity operations, prior to, during and following occupancy,
must meet all local fire/health codes and standards as well as any applicable federal, state, county and
municipal laws, ordinances and regulations.
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within the provisions of this policy, including the use of a third party
vendor and guest list. An event at which alcohol is present may be
conducted or co-sponsored with a charitable organization if the event is
held within the provisions of this policy.
4. The possession, sale and/or use of any illegal drugs or controlled substances
at any chapter house, fraternity sponsored event or at any event, that an
observer would associate with the fraternity is strictly prohibited.
5. All rush activities associated with any chapter will be a dry rush function.
6. No alcohol shall be present at any pledge program.
7. When alcohol is served at fraternity events, one of the following options for
conducting the event must be followed:
a. Service of alcohol on a no host, cash bar basis by a professional
bartender, fully covered by liability insurance, is preferred;
b. A Bring Your Own Bottle (BYOB) event may be held at which only
members, pledges, and invited guests of legal drinking age may bring
and/or consume alcoholic beverages. The quantity of alcohol an
individual may bring or possess at a BYOB event is defined as the
amount a reasonable person could consume in one sitting.
8. Regardless of the option chosen, the following provisions shall apply:
a. No member or pledge, individually or collectively, shall purchase
for, serve to, or sell alcoholic beverages to any minor (those under
the legal drinking age);
b. Reasonable precautions will be taken by the chapter to prevent the
excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages and to prevent the
service of alcohol to underage persons by anyone;
c. Members and/or guests who arrive at an event in an intoxicated state
shall not be admitted;
Procedure
Charges of violation of this policy on Fire and Health
Safety should be made in writing to the Chief Executive
Officer with correspondence addressed to the recipient
via the Heritage Center. To the extent possible, the written
statement will be confidential concerning the nature of
the conduct underlying his or her claim, although the fact
that a claim of policy violation has been made will NOT
be held in confidence. The investigation may warrant that
all information surrounding the complaint may need to
be released. The Investigating Committee shall consist of
members of the Judiciary Committee. In instances where
a member of the Judiciary Committee is charged with
violation, the accused shall be removed from the committee and a replacement will be appointed. The procedures
outlined in the “Disciplinary Procedures” will be followed
as appropriate.
d. At each event, there shall be designated non-drinking members;
e. Non-alcoholic beverages shall be provided at each event;
f. The service of alcoholic beverages shall be cut off at a specific time,
which shall be established and clearly published in advance of the event;
g. No “drinking games” shall be permitted.
h. The possession or use of a common source container at events or
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gatherings is strictly prohibited. Common source containers are
generally defined as kegs, pony kegs, beer balls, trashcans, bathtubs,
punch bowls, alcohol-infused fruit, or other similar device designed
to store or mix alcohol in large quantities and intended for
consumption by more than one individual.
Fire and Health Safety Policy
All premises used for Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity operations, prior to,
during and following occupancy, must meet all local fire/health codes and
standards as well as any applicable federal, state, county and municipal laws,
ordinances and regulations.
Hazing Policy
It shall be the responsibility of all members of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity
to determine college, university or other legal jurisdiction policy regarding
hazing, mental or physical, and to comply totally with such policies.
Guidelines
In an effort to maintain and abide by this policy, members shall use the
following guidelines:
1. Because some forms of hazing can involve criminal conduct (such
as unwanted physical contact), you must immediately report any such
criminal acts to the local law enforcement authorities in addition to
Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity.
2. No member, pledge, chapter, colony or other entity of Alpha Kappa Psi
shall conduct or condone hazing activities. Permission or approval by
a person being hazed does not abrogate this policy. Hazing activities are
generally defined as:
Any action taken or situation created, intentionally or unintentionally,
whether on or off fraternity premises, to produce physical or mental
discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule or possibly cause
physical harm or injury.
Such activities include but are not limited to: use of alcohol; paddling in
any form; creation of excessive fatigue; physical and psychological shocks;
road trips, kidnapping of pledges by members, kidnapping of members by
pledges; consumption of food, beverage or any other substance except
in the course of regular meals; late work sessions which interfere with
scholastic activities; or any other such activities carried on outside or
inside of the confines of the chapter premises; but not limited to
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Summary
It is the intent of Alpha Kappa Psi to be reasonably responsive to any member who has an honest perception
that this policy has been violated to the detriment of the
complainant and/or the brotherhood.
Procedure
Charges of violation of this policy on hazing must be
made in writing to the Chief Executive Officer with correspondence addressed to the recipient via the Heritage
Center. To the extent possible, the written statement will
be confidential concerning the nature of the conduct
underlying his or her claim, although the fact that a claim
of policy violation will NOT be held in confidence. The investigation may warrant that all information surrounding
the complaint may need to be released. The Investigating Committee shall consist of members of the Judiciary
Committee. In instances where a member of the Judiciary
Committee is charged with violation, the accused shall
be removed from the committee and a replacement will
be appointed. The procedure outlined in the “Disciplinary
Procedures” will be followed as appropriate.
Investigations conducted by outside persons
It is the policy of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity that any
investigation conducted by the chapter’s
school, college, university, student life department, any police agency or any other entity
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blindfolds; engaging in public stunts of buffoonery; morally degrading
or humiliating games and activities; and any other activities on the part
of members or pledges which are not consistent with fraternity law, ritual
or policy, or any and all applicable state, county, city and university laws or
regulations. Activities which could be construed as quests, treasure hunts,
or scavenger hunts that are not pre-approved by the Judiciary Committee
will be considered unauthorized events and by their very nature
considered hazing.
3. Mental hazing would include, but would not be limited to, the activities
and procedures included in the following statement of policy:
a. There shall be no pre-initiation activities on the day or evening prior
to the day of Court of Honor or Ritual Initiation that would cause
persons to be physically or mentally fatigued;
b. Activities during the pledge education period shall be limited to
those which attempt to increase the person’s knowledge of the
Fraternity and the person’s professional intent; these activities must
be carried on in a dignified manner and must show proper respect
for another person as a professional equal;
c. At no time during pledge education is there to be verbal abuse of
an individual, including shouting, screaming and the use of
profanity. This includes the use of line-ups as defined in the
“Judiciary Operations Manual.”
4. The chapter president, in general, and the vice president of membership
and/or pledge trainer(s), specifically, are in charge of the chapter’s
Membership Education Program. If any chapter is reported to be hazing
in any way, the president and vice president of membership and/or pledge
trainer(s) will be held personally responsible for the chapter’s actions,
and may be personally disciplined by the removal of office or suspension
of membership. The discipline may be levied by the chief executive officer
with the consent of the board of directors.
The chapter is also liable for discipline in hazing cases, and the chairman
of the board of directors may appoint an alumni committee to hear
evidence and testimony in such situations. Should the committee find the
chapter in violation of the board of directors’ policy, it may recommend
to the board of directors appropriate punishment including suspension
of the chapter’s charter.
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Investigations conducted by outside persons
It is the policy of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity that any investigation
conducted by the chapter’s school, college, university, student life
department, any police agency or any other entity must be reported to the
Judiciary Committee staff liaison at the Heritage Center within five business
days of the chapter becoming aware of said investigation. This responsibility
falls on the chapter executive board, chapter advisor, section director and/or
regional director. Failure to report any investigation shall result in charges
levied against the chapter, the chapter officers and/or chapter volunteers.
Publication of Inappropriate Material Policy
It is the policy of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity to prohibit its members from
producing, publishing, and/or distributing any material, whether written
or electronically as text, audio, video, or some combination of all three that
could be deemed harmful to the good name and reputation of the fraternity.
Sexual Harassment
It is the policy of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity that unwelcome sexual
advances, requests for sexual favors and other sexually offensive verbal or
physical contact will not be condoned or permitted, and may in fact be in
violation of state and/or federal law. Nonconsensual sexual physical contact
and similar acts are a crime, and you are required to immediately report any
such incidents to the local law enforcement authorities in addition to Alpha
Kappa Psi Fraternity.
The fraternity will not tolerate or condone any form of sexually abusive
behavior on the part of its members, whether physical, mental or emotional.
This is to include any actions that are demeaning to any person, which
would constitute sexual harassment of any type or form.
Our risk management policies are divided into five sections. List them below:
1. ________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________
3. ________________________________________________________
must be reported to the Judiciary Committee Staff Liaison
at the Heritage Center within five business days of the
chapter becoming aware of said investigation. This responsibility falls on the chapter executive board, chapter
advisor, section director and/or regional director. Failure
to report any investigation shall result in charges levied
against the chapter, the chapter officers and/or chapter
volunteers.
Summary
It is the intent of Alpha Kappa Psi to be reasonably responsive to any member who has an honest perception
that this policy has been violated to the detriment of the
complainant and/or the brotherhood.
Procedure
Charges of violation of this policy on “Publication of Inappropriate Material” must be made in writing to the Chief
Executive Officer. To the extent possible, the complaint
should include evidence as to the nature of the violation,
including, but not limited to, copies of the material and/or
links to websites containing such material, along with any
available information pertaining to the party or parties
involved in producing, editing, or distributing the material
in question.
The staff of the Heritage Center is charged with assessing
validity of the complaint, and if warranted, ordering the
material to be destroyed, if printed, or removed from any
website, if published electronically. It shall be the responsibility of the regional director, or his or her designee
to ensure compliance with directives from the Heritage
Center.
An initial warning letter shall be issued to the offending party(s) by the Heritage Center with instructions to
remove, delete, or otherwise destroy the inappropriate content. Future violations of the Policy may result in
disciplinary action imposed upon a member(s) up to and
including suspension or expulsion from the Fraternity.
4. ________________________________________________________
5. ________________________________________________________
In groups, review the area of risk management assigned to you. Provide a
content review. A content review is like a preview for a movie — it should
last no longer than five minutes and is a snapshot of what the content
entails. You can do a skit, a song, a top ten list, etc. Be creative!
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Member(s) deemed the owner of this material may appeal
the decision if he/she believes the material is
not in violation of this Policy. An Investigating
Committee shall be formed by the regional
Investigations conducted by outside persons
It is the policy of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity that any investigation
conducted by the chapter’s school, college, university, student life
department, any police agency or any other entity must be reported to the
Judiciary Committee staff liaison at the Heritage Center within five business
days of the chapter becoming aware of said investigation. This responsibility
falls on the chapter executive board, chapter advisor, section director and/or
regional director. Failure to report any investigation shall result in charges
levied against the chapter, the chapter officers and/or chapter volunteers.
Publication of Inappropriate Material Policy
It is the policy of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity to prohibit its members from
producing, publishing, and/or distributing any material, whether written
or electronically as text, audio, video, or some combination of all three that
could be deemed harmful to the good name and reputation of the fraternity.
Sexual Harassment
It is the policy of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity that unwelcome sexual
advances, requests for sexual favors and other sexually offensive verbal or
physical contact will not be condoned or permitted, and may in fact be in
violation of state and/or federal law. Nonconsensual sexual physical contact
and similar acts are a crime, and you are required to immediately report any
such incidents to the local law enforcement authorities in addition to Alpha
Kappa Psi Fraternity.
The fraternity will not tolerate or condone any form of sexually abusive
behavior on the part of its members, whether physical, mental or emotional.
This is to include any actions that are demeaning to any person, which
would constitute sexual harassment of any type or form.
Our risk management policies are divided into five sections. List them below:
1. ________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________
3. ________________________________________________________
4. ________________________________________________________
5. ________________________________________________________
director to review the decision. In the event that the matter in question involves individuals or chapters in more
than one region, or instances where the allegation(s)
involve members of the regional management team, the
Investigating Committee shall consist of members of the
Judiciary Committee.
Summary
Despite the subjective nature of attempting to determine
inappropriate content, it is the intent of Alpha Kappa Psi
to be reasonably responsive to any complainant who has
an honest perception of a violation of this Policy. The
Heritage Center shall have latitude to use its best judgment to evaluate each complaint based upon merit and
with an eye toward how this content could be interpreted
as inappropriate, offensive, or potential evidence of criminal conduct by members, guests or other third parties by
the community at large.
In groups, review the area of risk management assigned to you. Provide a
content review. A content review is like a preview for a movie — it should
last no longer than five minutes and is a snapshot of what the content
entails. You can do a skit, a song, a top ten list, etc. Be creative!
Procedure
Charges of violation of this policy on Sexual Harassment
must be made in writing to the Chief Executive Officer with
correspondence addressed to the recipient via the Heritage
Center. To the extent possible, the written statement will
be confidential concerning the nature of the conduct underlying his or her claim, although the fact that
a claim of policy violation has been made will NOT be held in confidence. The investigation may warrant
that all information surrounding the complaint may need to be released. Alpha Kappa Psi is aware of the
sensitive nature of the issue of Sexual Harassment, and will endeavor to ensure the confidentiality of the
complainant as well as the person charged with the violation. The Investigating Committee shall consist of
members of the Judiciary Committee. In instances where a member of the Judiciary Committee is charged
with violation, the accused shall be removed from the committee and a replacement will be appointed.
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If fraternity involvement is deemed warranted, the procedures outlined in the “Disciplinary Procedures” will
be followed as appropriate. Alpha Kappa Psi will consider each sexual harassment complaint by a case-bycase basis and will determine the appropriate course of action which may include deferring to other authorities to render a determination before proceeding with a fraternity investigation of the complaint.
Parties will be notified in writing within 10 days of the written complaint regarding a course of action.
Follow-up may include, but is not limited to, a formal investigation or sensitivity and awareness educational training.
Summary
It is the intent of Alpha Kappa Psi to be reasonably responsive to any member who has an honest perception that this policy has been violated to the detriment of the complainant and/or the brotherhood.
Give each group 5 minutes to give their content review of the
Risk Management Policies.
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Governing Documents
There are several documents within Alpha Kappa Psi that helps things work
smoothly. The following are considered governing documents by which all
members must abide.
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Constitution and Statutory Code
Board of Directors Statement of Policy
The Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi
Chapter Bylaws
Constitution and Statutory Code
The Constitution and Statutory Code are two different sets of laws stored
together in one document and is the highest ranking governing document
of the fraternity. The Constitution outlines the structure of the fraternity
and its governing bodies. It also includes definition of membership and
the rights contained therein. The Statutory Code outlines specific chapter
structures, discipline and financial policies. A chapter’s bylaws MAY
NOT conflict with anything in these documents. In case of conflict the
Constitution and Statutory Code supersedes all documents including
chapter bylaws, the Board of Directors’ Statement of Policy and The Ritual of
Alpha Kappa Psi. Changes to the Constitution and Statutory Code can only
be made at the Chapter Congress meeting and must be approved by a 3/4th
and majority vote respectively.
Board of Directors’ Statement of Policy
The Board of Directors’ Statement of Policy outlines policies as set by the
Fraternity Board of Directors. This includes detailed fraternity and chapter
financial policies, chapter minimum standards, detailed discipline, risk
management policies, communication policies, chapter attendance at
events and member attendance. A chapter’s bylaws MAY NOT conflict with
anything in the Board of Directors’ Statement of Policy and this document will
supersede in case of conflict. Changes to the Board of Directors’ Statement of
Policy can only be made by the board of directors by a majority vote.
The Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi
The Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi contains all necessary rituals for student and
alumni chapters. This ritual manual is never to be added to or deleted from
and all its rituals should be presented in their entirety. These rituals are the
ties that bind brothers regardless of their chapter or experience.
Review each of the governing documents by asking for a
volunteer to read aloud each section. Complete the list on
of AKPsi’s four governing documents on page 43.
15 minute break!
You cannot
escape the
responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today.
Chapter Bylaws
Each chapter writes its own chapter bylaws to reflect local chapter
operations. Chapter bylaws must incorporate policies from the Constitution
and Statutory Code, the Board of Directors’ Statement of Policy and The
Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi. Changes to the chapter bylaws must lie on the
table for at least a week and an affirmative 2/3rd vote of the chapter
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is required. Any changes to the bylaws, as directed by changes in the
Constitution and Statutory Code, Board of Directors’ Statement of Policy
and The Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi, are to be automatically reflected in the
chapter bylaws; no vote required.
Chapters should have a committee to review the chapter bylaws and
changes should be presented to the chapter, however, this document should
not be always in a state of change. Policies should be debated keeping in
mind that, although chapter bylaws evolve over time, it should not be
completely rewritten each year.
AKPsi has four governing documents. List them below.
1. ________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________
3. ________________________________________________________
Managing Time and Setting Goals
How did you prioritize your activities in the Time Management activity?
List them below.
1. ________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________
3. ________________________________________________________
4. ________________________________________________________
5. ________________________________________________________
6. ________________________________________________________
7. ________________________________________________________
8. ________________________________________________________
9. ________________________________________________________
10. _______________________________________________________
PEP
Secretary | 20 minutes (refer to p.43 in the PEP Manual)
Show the history of the chapter’s academic achievement
by providing a visual of where the chapter GPA ranks
among the other business schools across the country and
other organizations on campus.
Discuss the value of prioritizing and setting individual
goals by prioritizing and balancing schoolwork and activities.
Make a poster with 10 different activities relevant to new
members. These might include writing a five-page research paper, going to a movie, attending an AKPsi event
you helped plan, having coffee with your best friend,
studying for a math quiz, having dinner with your parents,
going to a campus club meeting, attending all of your
classes, etc. Distribute time management schedules.
4. ________________________________________________________
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Instructions: In one week you will have the opportunity
to do five of these things well, three average,
and two not at all. Prioritize which level of attention each activity will receive and give your
reasons why.
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INTEGRITY
Setting clear goals can be a great help when deciding how to prioritize
your time and effort. The S.M.A.R.T. model, from Management Review by
George T. Doran is a useful tool for any AKPsi member.
S - ________________________________________________________
M - _______________________________________________________
A - _______________________________________________________
R - _______________________________________________________
Explain SMART goals to the group:
• Specific - concise and clear
• Measurable - time frame or make it quantifiable
• Achievable - be sure you have appropriate support
• Realistic - utilize your resources
• Timely - specific deadline with a date; be sure to periodically review and evaluate
T - _______________________________________________________
Using the S.M.A.R.T. model, create three goals using the space provided
below. Share your goals with a partner to ensure they fit the model.
1. ________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Allow 10 minutes for individuals to create SMART goals
on p. 44 in their Manual. After they have created SMART
goals, form pairs to look at their goals to ensure they followed the model.
__________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Hand out a list of initiated members who may serve as
tutors. Include names, subjects, hours of availability and
e-mail addresses.
3. ________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
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Discuss which events are required and which are encouraged. Balancing homework and other activities might
make it impossible to attend every event and necessary
to choose which events to attend.
Explain the points system (if your chapter uses one) and/or attendance requirements, incentives
and consequences.
Discuss the ACR: The Annual Chapter Report is a fraternity-wide initiative and is the chapter’s planning tool, performance measurement tool and recognition program. It includes the basic expectations for chapter operations. Chapters strive to complete all the goals and objectives outlined in the
required report; as these are completed, the chapter secretary or ACR reporter will make note in the
report, log a history of compliance and then forward the final results to the Heritage Center.
Planning: The best way to fully utilize the ACR is as a planning guide or framework for your chapter’s
activities. The ACR tracks areas such as professional and educational programming, chapter scholarship, recognition and training, membership growth, school/community service, accurate membership
reporting and accounting.
Performance Measurement: The ACR can be used by the chapter’s officers, regional director and
Heritage Center to compare the depth and quality of a chapter’s programming and activities to previous years’ reports or to similar chapters fraternity-wide in the current year. Areas for improvement
can be quickly and easily identified for use in the development of strategies to improve chapter operations. It shall be the policy of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity that all chapters adhere to the minimum
standards as outlined in the ACR.
Ask the pledges to guess the underlined blanks and
provide additional information where needed. They will
follow and fill in the blanks in their PEP Manuals p. 45.
The minimum standards for all chapters are as follows:
Fill in the correct information for each of the fraternity’s nine minimum
standards. The minimum standards for all chapters are as follows:
1. Initiate at least _______ new student members;
2. Year-end chapter size of at least _______ members;
3. Conduct at least _______ professional events;
4. Each student member attends at least _______ professional events;
5. Attend at least _______ fraternity-sponsored event;
6. Attend ____________ Officer Training;
7. Have a current balance on _________ _________ ;
8. Have a _________ _________ on June 30; and
9. Follow the minimum ________ ________ ________ (____) standards.
Think about today’s lesson on integrity. What does the line of the Creed
you learned mean to you? What did it mean to our founders? How does
integrity fit into the guiding priciple of “High Ethical Standards”?
1. Understand AKPsi’s policies and governing documents.
2. Learn the S.M.A.R.T. goals model.
3. Learn how to prioritize school and AKPsi activities.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Initiate at least 10 new student members
Year-end chapter size of at least 20 members
Conduct at least six professional events
Each student member attends at least two
professional events
Attend at least one fraternity- sponsored event
Attend Regional Officer Training
Have a current balance on December 31
Have a current balance on June 30
Follow the minimum Pledge Education Program
(PEP) standards
Recognition: The ACR is used by all college chapters fraternity-wide using a universal set of standards and goals.
Awards are given at regional and fraternity meetings for
chapter performance.
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Initiated members receive a subscription to AKPsi’s magazine called The Diary. Once members become Life Members, they receive a lifetime subscription.
While the Diary has always been the official magazine of the fraternity, its history actually predates the
current publication. The magazine was first suggested by Founder Howard M. Jefferson at a meeting
of the Alpha Chapter in 1907. He spoke of “the practicability of publishing regularly a sort of journal
or newspaper or bulletin containing matters of information regarding the fraternity and its members
under the editorship of a committee to be appointed for that purpose.”
The following year the chapter introduced The Alpha Diary as a monthly publication with Jefferson
serving as its editor. The magazine continued as a publication of the Alpha Chapter until the 1912
Convention voted to transfer the magazine from the chapter to the fraternity. In February of 1913, vol.
1 no. 1 of The Diary was published as the official magazine of Alpha Kappa Psi. Since then, 18 individuals have served as editor of the Diary, of which only five have held the position since 1928.
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Recap what is means to be a member of Alpha Kappa Psi and how members are supposed to conduct
themselves. Even when you are not wearing AKPsi letters, your friends, professors, classmates, hallmates and family know you are a member of Alpha Kappa Psi. Be proud and represent your fraternity
the way you want it to be known on campus.
Memorize the third section of The Creed, “In service, not in figures on the dial.”
Come with ideas for a new member class service project (not a fundraiser).
Explore the AKPsi website to learn more about your chapter’s Region and all of the Regions in the fraternity; Convention, PBLI and other educational opportunities like webinars and eLearnings.
• Review calendar for upcoming week
• Reveal Service Mentor
• Discuss the Big/Little Revealing (time, date, place, details)
Ask the advisors or other alumni to come to a social event with the chapter. It can be a cookout at a
brother’s house or a pot luck; it can be as simple as an ice cream social. Have a meet and
greet with the alumni of the chapter or alumni in the area. If you need help with a list from
our database, simply contact the Heritage Center for help.
Leadership and learning are
indispensable to each other.
John F. Kennedy
Meeting Information: 1.25 hrs
In this meeting, we discuss the core value
of service - why we do it; why it is important to the fraternity and the local community; and in what ways the fraternity offers
service to its members through events and
education. Pledges will also learn about the
other chapters and colonies in the region.
•Service Chairman
•Junior class - Bring refreshments and
enjoy brotherhood at end of meeting.
•Historian - Bring the History of Alpha
Kappa Psi, scrapbooks, old composites,
chapter history and charter.
•Region memory game
•List of service opportunities within the
community (Service Chairman)
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“…In service, not in
figures on the dial.”
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In this meeting, we discuss the core value of service — why we do it; why
it is important to the fraternity and the local community; and in what ways
the fraternity offers service to its members through events and education.
Pledges will also deepen their understanding of AKPsi’s history and learn
about the other chapters and colonies in the region.
As roll call is taken, respond to “How I can make a difference in AKPsi” in
the space provided below.
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
Creed of Alpha Kappa Psi
After reciting the first and second sections of the Creed, you will learn the
third section relating to the core value of service. Write the portions of the
Creed you have learned below.
_________________________________________________________
Answer with a way you can make a difference in AKPsi (refer to p.48).
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• “Alpha Kappa Psi recognizes that
• We live in deeds, not years;
• In thought, not breath;
• In service, not in figures on the dial.”
___________________________,_____________________________;
___________________________,_____________________________;
___________________________,_____________________________.
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Give 10 minutes to reflect in their manual on p. 49 about service and
this line of the creed. After they are done, ask them to share their
thoughts. They will be answering the following questions:
• What does this line of The Creed mean to you?
• What does the word “service” mean?
• Why is serving others important?
In the space below, reflect on the latest portion of the Creed. What does this
line of the Creed mean to you? What does the word “service” mean to you?
Discussion - After reflection, ask for responses to these questions and
encourage them to post on AKPsi’s Facebook page or tweet answers to
the following questions:
1. What is the difference between service and philanthropy?
2. How is service relevant today?
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Post on AKPsi’s Facebook wall or tweet to @akpsi the answers to the
questions: “How is service relevant today? Why is serving others important?
Why was service important to our founders? (#PEP, #AKPsi, #AKPsiChat,
#AKPsiKnowledge)
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Service in Alpha Kappa Psi
As the service chairman speaks to you about opportunities for service in
your community, jot down some notes on the types of service you enjoy
the most. Your pledge class will plan a service project for the chapter
(already on the calendar).
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Ask if there is anyone who would like to share a
meaningful service story.
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The Service Chairman will talk to the new members about the service
projects the chapter has done in the past and tell them that they have
the chance today to pick one for the chapter to do. Chairman will hand
out the list of opportunities (with descriptions) for available service
project and the new members will choose one for the chapter to do.
This date should already be on the calendar so all brothers can attend.
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Discuss as a group how our core value of service links to the guiding
principle of improving communities. Also discuss why serving others is
important.
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
The best way to
find yourself is to
lose yourself in the
service of others.
__________________________________________________________
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Events and Programs
Alpha Kappa Psi as an organization is committed to providing its members
services they cannot get anywhere else. These services come in the form of
events and educational opportunities designed for its members to develop
their professional, personal, fraternal and leadership skills.
Alpha Kappa Psi is also committed to providing services
to its members in the form of events and educational opportunities. Briefly introduce these events to the pledges
and let them know how your chapter participates in each
of them.
Academy
Funded by the Alpha Kappa Psi Foundation, this leadership
institute is based on the contemporary concepts contained
in the business best seller The Leadership Challenge by
James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. Posner. A limited number of
participants ensure the experience will be highly personal
and members will build a strong network with other Alpha
Kappa Psi participants from around the world. Interactive group sessions
are complemented by small group discussions led by AKPsi facilitators and
successful business leaders.
All-AKPsi Academic Team
The Alpha Kappa Psi Foundation’s All-AKPsi Academic
Team recognizes students who maintain excellence in
academic standing while making positive contributions
to their campus and community. From among the team
members, eight outstanding individuals receive the Top
Scholar award and are recognized with educational grants.
Case Competition
The Alpha Kappa Psi Foundation sponsors
the Case Competition. At each event, teams
compete and the top three teams are awarded
scholarships. Through the Case Competition,
students are introduced to the realities of decision making—including
incomplete information, time constraints and conflicting goals—giving them
first-hand experience in analyzing business situations.
COMPETITION
College of Leadership
Held in conjunction with the Convention, the College of Leadership provides
students advanced professional and leadership skills. Dynamic sessions,
focusing on team and chapter leadership, effective recruitment strategies,
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Academy
This first-rate, all-expenses-paid leadership development
conference is among the finest learning opportunities
offered to the membership of Alpha Kappa Psi — or that
of any fraternity. Funded by the Alpha Kappa Psi Foundation, The Academy is based on the contemporary concepts contained in the business best seller The Leadership
Challenge by Dr. Barry Z. Posner . The Academy focuses
on the practices and commitments of exemplary leaders and what constituents expect from them. A limited
number of participants ensure the experience will be
highly personal and members will build a strong network
with other Alpha Kappa Psi participants from around the
world. Interactive group sessions are complemented by
small group discussions led by AKPsi facilitators and successful business leaders.
All - AKPsi Academic Team
The Alpha Kappa Psi Foundation recognizes students who maintain excellence in academic standing
while making positive contributions to their campus and community. The selection process measures
an applicant’s ability to balance the pursuit of a degree with the development of leadership skills,
interactive extracurricular participation and a sense of social responsibility. From among the team
members, one or more outstanding individuals receive the Top Scholar Award and are recognized with
educational grants.
Case Competition
The Alpha Kappa Psi Foundation sponsors the Case Competition at the February Principled Business Leadership Institutes. At each location, teams compete for the top three spots and scholarships.
Through the foundation’s Case Competition, students are introduced to the realities of decision making - including incomplete information, time constraints and conflicting goals - giving them first-hand
experience in analyzing business situations. The competition is designed to stimulate students’ thinking by challenging their capabilities and preparing them for future managerial decision making.
College of Leadership
Held in conjunction with the Convention, the College of Leadership provides students advanced
chapter management skills. These dynamic sessions, focusing on advanced team and chapter leadership, effective recruitment strategies, fundraising and risk management, equip students with the tools
needed to lead successful chapters and encourage personal growth. These programs are
designed to be interactive discussions that give students opportunities to learn and share
ideas from AKPsi leaders and chapters from around the world.
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fundraising and risk management, equip students
with the tools needed to lead successful chapters
and encourage personal growth. These programs are
designed to be interactive discussions that give students
opportunities to learn and share ideas from AKPsi
leaders and chapters from around the world.
Convention
Held every other summer, the Convention consists of
two main parts—the Chapter Congress and the College
of Leadership. The Chapter Congress is made up of one
delegate from each student and alumni chapter in good
standing. These delegates meet in committees to review
and discuss proposed changes to the Constitution and Statutory Code, and
vote upon legislation and elect the fraternity president and executive vice
president during the Chapter Congress meeting. Other gatherings held
during the Convention include the Celebration of Brotherhood, awards
luncheons and Grand Banquet. The next Convention will be held August
2-5, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
CONVENTION
eLearnings
eLearning
a program
of the
eLearnings are free, pre-recorded trainings and seminars
on a wide variety of topics—everything from recruitment,
apathy, alumni relations to specialized officer trainings.
You can take Alpha Kappa Psi eLearning courses anytime
to brush up on the topics of your choice.
Fraternity Advisors Conference
Alpha Kappa Psi recognizes its advisors (chapter advisors and faculty
advisors) are integral to the continuous education of chapter officers
and maintaining successful chapters. To support these individuals, the
Fraternity Advisors Conference is held each year so advisors who want
to gain education on the “bigger picture” of working with successful
chapters, maintaining a healthy Chapter Advisory Board, and being the
best resource to the fraternity and the chapter, can take their knowledge
and skills to the next level.
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Convention
Held every other summer, the Convention consists of two
main parts — the Chapter Congress Meeting and the College of Leadership. The Chapter Congress is made up of
one delegate from each student and alumni chapter in
good standing. These delegates, along with an alternate
delegate from each chapter, meet in committees and at
the Chapter Congress meeting during the Convention to
review and discuss proposed changes to the Constitution
and Statutory Code and to elect the fraternity president
and executive vice president. The Celebration of Brotherhood is a ritual that allows everyone to share their special
memories of Alpha Kappa Psi brotherhood and makes
you realize how special it is to be a part of this fraternity.
The finale to the Convention is the grand banquet where
you dress in your finest and top off a grand Convention
of meeting new friends and having a fabulous time. (See
above for more information on The College of Leadership.)
eLearnings
eLearnings are pre-recorded trainings and seminars on a
wide variety of topics—anything from recruitment, apathy, and alumni relations to specialized officer trainings.
You can take Alpha Kappa Psi eLearning courses anytime
to brush up on the topic of your choice.
Fraternity Advisors Conference
Alpha Kappa Psi recognizes the fraternity advisor as one of the primary vehicles for training chapter officers and maintaining sound chapters within the fraternity. The most important first step is to
provide the proper training to the advisor through the Fraternity Advisors Conference. This three-day
conference is for faculty and chapter advisors who want to go further than the basics of advising and
want to gain education on the “bigger picture” of working with successful chapters, maintaining a
healthy Chapter Advisory Board, and be the best resource to the fraternity and the chapter.
Principled Business Leadership Institutes
Held in different cities across the country, the Principled Business Leadership Institute offers students
a weekend focusing on professional skill building at the individual level, while allowing for the opportunity to network with other chapters and business professionals. Attendees participate in a curriculum centered on the values of principled business leadership and the values of AKPsi—brotherhood,
integrity, service, unity, and knowledge.
Webinars
Webinars are live meetings, trainings, and presentations via the internet. Webinars are “hosted” wherever you are, as they are on your computer! Webinars are completely free and offer an opportunity to
supplement your chapter’s programming schedule with topics that are more difficult to
find locally. You will get to “meet” with members from all over the country discussing best
practices on a wide range of topics.
Principled Business Leadership Institutes
Held in multiple cities across the country, the
Principled Business Leadership Institute offers students
a weekend focusing on professional skill building at the
individual level, while allowing for the opportunity to
network with other chapters and business professionals.
Attendees participate in a curriculum centered on
the values of principled business leadership and the values of AKPsi—
brotherhood, integrity, service, unity and knowledge.
Webinars
Webinars are live meetings, trainings, and presentations
hosted via a web-based platform. Webinars are
completely free and offer an opportunity to supplement
your chapter’s programming schedule with topics that
are more difficult to find locally. By attending a webinar,
you have the opportunity to interact with subject matter experts on a wide
range of topics.
Webinars
a program
of the
Yellow Rose Society
Alumni are not the only ones who support the Alpha Kappa Psi Foundation
with donations. With a minimum annual contribution of $10, students can
join the Yellow Rose Society and receive a monogram AKPsi lapel pin, a
ribbon at events and special recognition in The Diary of Alpha Kappa Psi.
Yellow Rose Society
Alumni are not the only ones that support the foundation fiscally. While anyone is welcome to contribute to
the foundation, the foundation has developed a special
program solely for the fraternity’s student members. With
a minimum contribution of $10, students can join the
Yellow Rose Society (YRS). Members receive a monogram
AKPsi lapel pin, special recognition in The Diary of Alpha
Kappa Psi and special invitations to member-only events
and programs. If your chapter has a scholarship fund,
your gift can be designated to it. For more information
about the YRS, visit the foundation
online at AKPsi.org.
Think about today’s lesson on service and your connection to your
community and the fraternity. What do you have in common with the other
members of AKPsi? What would our founders say about the value of serving
other members of AKPsi as well as the local community?
1. Discuss the value of service and learn how your chapter has
served the local community.
2. Provide a deeper understanding of what it means to improve our
communities.
3. Understand the educational opportunities available for all members of AKPsi.
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Memorize the fourth section of the Creed, “We count
time by heart throbs, When they beat for God, for man,
for duty...”
Explore the AKPsi Web site (AKPsi.org) to learn about the
fraternity and foundation board; the management team;
the location of the AKPsi International Office, the Heritage Center; and the fraternity’s organizational structure.
Go over Initiation requirements. Do a “pulse check” to see if everyone is on track to be initiated. Address any pledges after the meeting who are not meshing with the group or seem to have specific
concerns.
Remind the pledges to think about today’s lesson on service and your connection to your region and
the larger fraternity. What do you have in common with the other members of AKPsi? What would our
founders say about the value of serving other members of AKPsi?
Candle or gavel pass activity: Have the juniors come to the end of the meeting and share
what their experience in Alpha Kappa Psi has meant to them. Ask the Juniors to sit in a circle
amidst the pledges and have each person share their favorite AKPsi memory.
Decide what you want, decide what you are willing to exchange for it.
Establish your priorities and go to work.
H. L. Hunt
Meeting Information: 1.5 hrs
This meeting is all about the fraternity’s
organizational and leadership structure.
You will learn about the three leadership
entities of Alpha Kappa Psi - the Management Team, the Board of Directors and the
Foundation Board of Directors. You will
also have the opportunity to learn about
leadership through campus involvement
and what organizations are available on
your campus.
•President - facilitate the fraternity
structure-mapping activity.
•VP Administration - Discuss chapter
structure, make a handout describing
committee positions and when applications are due; also helps facilitate leadership activity.
•Committees - Provide an ice cream social
at the end of the meeting.
•Student Activities staff member
•Note cards for mapping activity (prepared by Fraternity Educator)
•Committee description handouts (VP
Administration)
•Paper for each new member
•Ice cream and toppings
•Bowls, spoons and napkins
MEETING :: five
Unity
“ …We count time by heart
throbs, When they beat for
God, for man, for duty…”
The Creed of
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Unity Agenda
UNITY
This meeting is all about the fraternity’s organizational and leadership
structure—the Management Team, the Fraternity Board of Directors and
the Foundation Board of Directors. You will also have the opportunity to
learn about leadership through campus involvement and what organizations
are available on your campus.
Describe a leadership trait you possess.
As roll call is taken, answer with a leadership trait you possess. Write down
the leadership traits you would like to work on in the space provided below.
__________________________________________________________
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Recite The Creed together and teach the next section, “ …We count
time by heart throbs, When they beat for God, for man, for duty…”
__________________________________________________________
Creed of Alpha Kappa Psi
After reciting the first, second and third sections of the Creed, you will
learn the fourth section relating to the core value of unity.
Write the sections of the Creed you have learned below.
_________________________________________________________
___________________________,_____________________________;
___________________________,_____________________________;
___________________________,_____________________________.
________________________________________________________ ,
___________________________,______________, ______________.
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“Alpha Kappa Psi recognizes that
We live in deeds, not years;
In thought, not breath;
In service, not figures on the dial.
We count time by heart throbs,
When they beat for God, for man, for duty. “
PEP
Allow 10 minutes for reflection in their Manual on p. 57 about unity
and this line of the Creed. Ask them to share their thoughts.
In the space below, reflect on this section of creed and what you have learned
about unity and leadership within your chapter so far. What does the word
“unity” mean to you? Do you see unity within your chapter and AKPsi?
__________________________________________________________
Discussion - Ask for responses to these questions: What does this line
of The Creed mean to you? How is it relevant today?
__________________________________________________________
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__________________________________________________________
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Post on AKPsi’s Facebook wall or tweet to @akpsi the answer to the
question, “Is leadership an individual or chapter concept? Can everyone be
a leader? (#PEP, #AKPsi, #AKPsiChat, #AKPsiKnowledge)
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Fraternity Structure
Chapter Congress
The Chapter Congress is the supreme governing body of the fraternity. It
is composed of voting delegates from each student and alumni chapter
in good standing. The duties of the Chapter Congress are to consider and
vote on amendments to the Constitution and Statutory Code. The Chapter
Congress also elects the president and the executive vice president, and
enacts legislation. In addition, the Chapter Congress sets the fees for
student members and elects the board of directors. All of this takes place at
the Chapter Congress meeting held at the Convention every two years, with
the exception of the election of the board of directors which takes place
annually through a mail ballot to all chapter delegates.
Fraternity Board of Directors
The fraternity’s board of directors is composed of nine alumni members
elected by the Chapter Congress for terms of three years. The board in
turn elects its officers who are the chairman, vice chairman, treasurer
and secretary. The responsibility of the board of directors is to set policies
and procedures that will guide the fraternity into the future. It acts as the
supreme governing body of the fraternity between meetings of the Chapter
Congress. It is charged with approving the fraternity budget, setting annual
goals of the fraternity, overseeing the performance of the CEO and, most
importantly, strategic planning. In strategic planning, the board takes
input from members through a variety of sources and determines the
fraternity’s core values, its vision for the future, or in laymen terms — what
does Alpha Kappa Psi want to be known for? Further, it is charged with the
responsibility of measuring how programs assist chapters and members
to reach the vision. The board is the “big picture” strategic thinker of the
organization much like the board of a corporation. The chairman of the
board is the highest ranking volunteer in the fraternity.
Management Team
The Management Team is the volunteer operational arm of the
organization. It is composed of the fraternity president, executive vice
president, four area vice presidents and 16 regional directors. The
Management Team is charged with the responsibility of servicing the
chapters of the fraternity within the guidelines of policies and procedures
set forth by the board of directors. The Management Team also manages
a vast number of fraternity alumni volunteers, such as regional managers,
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Encourage posting on AKPsi’s Facebook page or tweet responses to
these questions:
• Is leadership an individual or chapter concept?
• Can everyone be a leader?
Review the four areas of the fraternity structure.
• Chapter Congress
• Fraternity Board of Directors
• Management Team
• Foundation Board of Directors
Also review the duties of the Heritage Center Staff from pages 59 and
62 in the manual.
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Alpha Kappa
PsiKappa
Organizational
Stucture Stucture
Alpha
Psi Organizational
Using the AKPsi Organizational
Structure
chart below,
write the
appropriate
names
for each levelnames
of thefor
fraternity’s
Using the AKPsi
Organizational
Structure
chart
below, write
the appropriate
each levelleadership.
of the fraternity’s leadership.
Chapter Congress
Foundation
Board of Directors
While part of the Alpha Kappa Psi structure,
the Alpha Kappa Psi Foundation is its own
corporation and has no direct or functional
reports to the fraternity.
Board of Directors
Chief Executive Officer
Heritage Center Staff
President
Area Vice President
LEGEND
Regional
Director
Regional
Director
management
team
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Regional
Director
Area Vice President
Regional
Director
governing
bodies
Alpha Kappa Psi
Executive VP
Regional
Director
daily
operations
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Regional
Director
direct
report
Regional
Director
functional
report
The fraternity’s alumni chapters report
directly to the executive vice president.
Area Vice President
Regional
Director
Regional
Director
Regional
Director
Regional
Director
Area Vice President
Regional
Director
Regional
Director
Regional
Director
Regional
Director
Regional
Director
Each of the sixteen regional directors leads his/her
own Regional Managent Team. See page 63.
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(refer to p.60) In this activity, each new member represents
Regional Management Team Stucture
Using the AKPsi Regional Management Team chart below, write the names of your
regional director and chapter advisor.
Regional Director
Regional Managers
Section Directors
part of the organizational structure, creating a living organizational chart. When you assign a new member to a job
and a place to stand, provide a note card with a title on the
front, and the job description on the back. Ask this person
to maneuver to the appropriate spot and read the job description to the class. (Refer to the PEP Manual for these job
descriptions. Just a few sentences about the Board of Directors or the function of the entity should suffice.)
Chapter Advisor
Chapter Advisory
Board
LEGEND
My Chapter
regional
management
team
chapter level
direct report
Alpha Kappa Psi
functional report
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As a substitute for this activity, you could build the organization using a PowerPoint presentation. Do the mapping
activity with local chapter structure instead. Make sure
before you do this activity, you double-check the names of
the Chairman of the Board of Directors and anyone represented in this activity or on their charts in the PEP Manual
on pages 60-63. These names are on the Fraternal Exam
and do change from year to year. As you lead the pledges
through this activity, have them write down the appropriate
names in their PEP Manuals.
Assign one person to represent the fraternity, one to represent the foundation and one to represent the Management Team. Have these three people stand
at the front of the room and space themselves out. They could stand on sturdy chairs to
show they are the entities at-large.
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meeting 5
UNITY
UNITY
Alpha Kappa Psi’s Regions
Alpha Kappa Psi’s Regions
Instudent
the legend
box at
right, of
name
each
of thePsi
student
In the legend box at right, name each of the
chapter
regions
Alpha
Kappa
as chapter regions of Alpha Kappa Psi as
indicated by the map, and circle your region.
indicated by the map, and circle your region.
Your Region
LEGEND
My chapter is in the __________________________________ Region .
1
8
4
2
9
6
14
12
3
5
15
13
10
7
16
My regional director is ______________________________________.
1
________________________ Region
9
________________________ Region
2
________________________ Region
10
________________________ Region
After playing Region Memory, name the chapters in your region:
3
________________________ Region
11
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4
________________________ Region
12
________________________ Region
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5
________________________ Region
13
________________________ Region
6
________________________ Region
14
________________________ Region
7
________________________ Region
15
________________________ Region
8
________________________ Region
16
________________________ Region
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Alpha Kappa Psi is divided into 16 geographical regions. Each region has an appointed regional director who is responsible for the supervision of chapters in that region. The regional director may
appoint section directors to assist and supervise groups of chapters. Regional directors also appoint
regional managers who focus on specific areas such as membership, finance, technology or alumni.
Each chapter also has a chapter advisor appointed by the regional director from among area alumni
and faculty members.
The chapter advisor aids the chapter and its members in their activities and challenges, and serves as
an advocate for the chapter on regional and fraternal issues. As a group, the regional director, regional
managers, section directors, chapter advisors and CAB members make up the regional management
team (RMT).
Our chapter is in the ___________________________ Region.
Our Regional Director is ___________________________.
Ask for volunteers to recall the names of the various regions. See who can name them all.
Name the other chapters in your region and play a memory game to learn about the other chapters.
Activity - Memory Game (refer to p. 64-65 in the PEP Manual):
Before the meeting, make a memory game for each group, using small cards (half-sized index
cards). Write the chapter name, school and mascot for each chapter in your region on separate
cards. Divide the new member class into groups of around five. Have each group play the memory
game, matching the information for each chapter. Review the chapters/schools in your region.
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Write the four elements of your pocket goals below. Write your GPA goal in
the top left corner, a personal health goal in the top right corner, an AKPsi
leadership goal in the bottom left corner and an AKPsi brotherhood goal in
the bottom right corner.
Talk about getting involved on campus. Where is the student
activities office? When are club fairs and organization membership drives? Which organizations provide professional development and a worthwhile experience?
Pass out a list of campus organizations and clubs noting if any
AKPsi members are involved in the organization.
Consider inviting the Student Activities director to introduce
himself/herself.
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Think about today’s lesson on unity. Why is it important to learn to work
together? What does the line of the creed you learned mean to you? Could
Alpha Kappa Psi as an organization thrive without each of the elements
working together?
1. Understand AKPsi’s leadership, organizational structure and
chapters in your region.
2. Discuss leadership traits and how to get involved on campus.
3. Learn about the value of unity and how each entity of the
fraternity works together.
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Pocket Goals - Give each new member a piece of paper and ask
them to fold it into four squares then open it up. Ask them to
write their GPA goal in the top left corner, a personal health goal
in the top right corner, an AKPsi leadership goal in the bottom
left corner and a AKPsi brotherhood goal in the bottom right
corner. Refold the paper and keep in a wallet or planner for frequent reference. Turn to p. 67 in the PEP Manual to write these
down in a permanent location.
Ask the group to think about the lesson on unity. Why is it
important to learn to work together? What does the line of the
Creed you learned tonight mean to you? Could AKPsi as an organization thrive without each of the elements working together?
Memorize the last phrase of the Creed.
Review quizzes or utilize the online tests and prepare for the Fraternal Exam.
Review dates and information for the Court of Honor and Initiation ceremonies.
Provide all the ingredients for an ice cream social. Ask new members to add a topping for each club or activity
they were involved in during high school. If it is spring term, ask them to add toppings for each campus club
they are already involved in. Those who were not involved can add toppings based on service projects they
participated in or even organizations they hope to get involved in this year.
Meeting Information: 1.5 hrs
This is the final meeting before taking
the Fraternal Exam and initiation into the
brotherhood of Alpha Kappa Psi. It ensures
new members understand the organization and the lifetime commitment required
of each Alpha Kappa Psi member. In this
section, you will review all the knowledge
gained up to this point to help you prepare
for the Fraternal Exam.
•Alumni and advisors - Invite alumni to
play Fraternal Exam review games. Go
head to head with alumni in a “Family
Feud” or “Are you smarter than an AKPsi
Advisor” type format.
•New member program evaluations
•DVD player and History of Alpha Kappa
Psi dvd (can be purchased from the Heritage Center)
MEETING :: six
Knowledge
“He lives most who thinks
most,
Is noblest, acts the best.”
The Creed of
Alpha Kappa Psi
meeting 6
Knowledge Agenda
KNOWLEDGE
This final meeting before taking the Fraternal Exam and initiation into the
brotherhood of Alpha Kappa Psi will ensure new members understand the
organization and the lifetime commitment required of each Alpha Kappa
Psi member.
Answer with something at which you excel.
As roll call is taken, answer with something at which you excel. Write
down the talents of others you would like to remember in the space
provided below.
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This week, the pledges will learn the final section of the Creed. Recite
The Creed together.
“Alpha Kappa Psi recognizes that
We live in deeds, not years;
In thought, not breath;
In service, not in figures on the dial.
We count time by heart throbs,
When they beat for God, for man, for duty.
He lives most who thinks most,
Is noblest, acts the best.”
Provide 10 minutes to reflect in their PEP Manual on p.72 about knowledge and this line of the creed. Ask for them to share their thoughts.
The Anthem of Alpha Kappa Psi
Discussion - Ask for responses to these questions “Name a person
or a belief to which you are committed. Have you ever committed to
something for life?” Encourage posting on AKPsi’s Facebook page or
tweet answers to the questions, “What does knowledge have to do
with fraternity? What does life-long commitment mean (#knowledge,
#lifelong, #PEP, #AKPsi)?
Review the words to the anthem you learned and sing it as a group.
(1)
________________________________________________________ ,
________________________________________________________ ?
_________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________ ?
Chorus
___________________________________ , ____________________ ,
________________________________________________________ ,
_________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________ .
(2)
________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________ ,
________________________________________________________ ,
On page 73, ask the group to reflect on this question: How does lifelong learning connect to our vision, values, guiding principles
and creed? Have them form pairs to discuss their responses with a
partner. Engage in a conversation with the group afterward.
________________________________________________________ .
Chorus
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KNOWLEDGE
Creed of Alpha Kappa Psi
After reciting the first through fourth sections of the Creed, you will learn
the last section relating to the core value of knowledge.
Write the portions of the Creed you have learned below.
_________________________________________________________
___________________________,_____________________________;
___________________________,_____________________________;
___________________________,_____________________________.
________________________________________________________ ,
___________________________,______________, ______________.
In the space below, reflect on this section of the creed and what you have
learned since you started this journey. How important is “knowledge” to
you? How have you grown while learning about AKPsi?
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
___________________________,_____________________________.
Post on AKPsi’s Facebook wall or tweet to @akpsi the answer to the
question, “What does knowledge have to do with fraternity? What does lifelong commitment mean? (#PEP, #AKPsi, #AKPsiChat, #AKPsiKnowledge)
How does life-long learning connect to our vision, values, guiding principles
and creed? Discuss with a partner.
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
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meeting 6
KNOWLEDGE
Lifelong Commitment to AKPsi (refer to p. 74 in the PEP
Manual)
Life-long Commitment
What are the two types of recognized groups within Alpha Kappa Psi?
1. ________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________
Alpha Kappa Psi alumni join alumni chapters for a variety of reasons.
There are two types of recognized groups within Alpha Kappa
Psi:
1. College Chapters
2. Alumni Chapters
What are the top four reasons?
1. ________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________
3. ________________________________________________________
4. ________________________________________________________
Circle words in the Creed that mean the most to you, and underline words
you feel the chapter exemplifies.
Alpha Kappa Psi recognizes that
We live in deeds, not years;
In thought, not breath;
One of the greatest fraternity benefits after graduation is
the opportunity to join an alumni chapter. Membership in an
alumni chapter is open to all members of Alpha Kappa Psi who
leave their chapters in good standing and pay dues to that
alumni chapter.
Alpha Kappa Psi alumni join chapters for a variety of reasons,
including:
In service, not in figures on the dial.
We count time by heart throbs,
When they beat for God, for man, for duty.
He lives most who thinks most,
Is noblest, acts the best.
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Professional Development: Alpha Kappa Psi provides quality
professional development for its alumni members. The alumni
chapters host a variety of learning opportunities from team
building to information technology. In addition, many of our
own members present content in areas which they have an
expertise.
Networking: Alpha Kappa Psi business leaders world-wide
serve as an effective source of business contacts and friends. We have brothers who are owners of insurance
agencies and mortgage companies, vice presidents of banks, senior executives of software companies and recruiters for corporations. Having a foundation of networking makes life easier when trying to buy a home, look
for a new job or to begin investing.
Social: Being out of college can make it difficult to see old friends and to form new friendships. Joining an
alumni chapter gives you the opportunity to see old friends and make new ones.
Community Service: Alumni chapters serve the community and make a difference through various projects.
Some chapters assist local organizations (e.g. homeless shelters, orphanages, nursing homes) while others select a charity organization to support (e.g. American Cancer Society, Ronald McDonald House, Junior Achievement, PBS, March of Dimes).
Life Loyal - By becoming a Life Loyal member you join an exclusive group of brothers. There are many benefits
including, but not limited to, lifetime subscription to the AKPsi Diary, Life Membership certificate and Life Loyal
Membership Button! The cost of a Life Loyal membership is $400. The student rate is $200. A student rate is
available to all students and recent graduates in the two years from their graduation date and does not exempt
the member from all student and/or local alumni chapter dues and insurance fees. This affiliation allows an
alumnus to have uninterrupted membership in the program for his or her lifetime.
Fraternity Jewel - The blue sapphire, is the symbol of alumni objectives. Within it is a more subtle meaning,
which is explained in the ritual; there is more than casual significance to all brothers in all phases of business.
Think about today’s lesson on knowledge and how much you have learned.
Why is it important to seek knowledge? What does the line of the Creed you
Play charades, Pictionary, Jeopardy or another game to
review for the Fraternal Exam. This can be done in small
groups.
learned mean to you? What did knowledge mean to our founders?
Knowing what you know now, how has your response changed regarding
how you will incorporate this experience after graduation? See page 21 for
your initial insights.
__________________________________________________________
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__________________________________________________________
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__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
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__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
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Activity (refer to p. 74 in the PEP Manual)
The purpose of a Alpha Kappa Psi is best defined in the
Creed. Ask pledges to circle words in the Creed that
mean the most to them, and underline words they feel
the chapter exemplifies. Break the class into pairs or triads. Have them discuss their choices. Are they the same
words and concepts for the individual and the chapter?
Is the chapter exemplifying what is important to members individually? Ask several new members to share their
responses with the group.
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
1. Understand the opportunities for life-long commitment to Alpha
Kappa Psi.
To bring closure to this portion of the education program
and as further review for the Fraternal Exam, play the History of AKPsi dvd.
2. Prepare for the Fraternal Exam.
3. Reflect upon the knowledge gained since you started this journey.
Think about today’s lesson on knowledge and how much
you have learned through your pledge period. Why is it
important to seek knowledge? What does the line of the
creed you learned tonight mean to you? What did knowledge mean to our founders?
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Knowing what you know now, how has your response changed regarding how you will incorporate
this experience after graduation? See page 21 for your initial insights.
Distribute the pledge program evaluation to complete.
Remind new members of dates, times, etc., for Initiation and Court of Honor.
Make sure to answer any questions and ease any fears about Court of Honor.
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Addendum
The program is primarily comprised of two main components: education and evaluation. New members are evaluated through a wide array of methods and on a number of different criteria. When criteria and expectations set out by the chapter are not met, the chapter should consider a Performance
Improvement Plan.
Most of the methods of evaluation are covered in detail in other areas of this document, so the following are simply summarizations of those methods.
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Quiz and Fraternal Pledge Exam scores;
Mid-Court and Court of Honor interview performance;
Activity requirements;
Training session attendance;
Big brother feedback;
Subjective evaluation by all brothers;
o Work ethic,
o Quality of work,
o Respect for other pledges and brothers,
o Ability to work on and lead teams,
o Attitude toward the chapter, the fraternity and the pledge program.
The ultimate purpose of an evaluation is to enable the fraternity education team to give constructive
feedback to each person. An issue should be addressed with the respective individual promptly and
clearly. Once proper notification is given, a reasonable amount of time to correct the problem should
be agreed upon. If the issue persists, the fraternity education team must take the appropriate disciplinary action and discuss this action with the chapter.
Occasionally the task of disciplining becomes necessary. Discipline can range from a warning from the
big brother about inappropriate behavior to a requirement to retake a failed quiz to the removal from
the program. Regardless of the level of discipline required, the following guidelines should always be
followed:
• Always treat the individual with respect and fairness;
• Publish and educate the pledges thoroughly on clearly defined disciplinary rules and processes
(particularly the rule that the pledge fee is not refunded if a pledge quits or is removed);
• Stress the main reason for the discipline is educational in nature (except for removal);
• Think through all disciplinary actions before acting;
• Do not back down from decisions to discipline;
• Give the pledge as much information as possible regarding the reason(s) for the disciplinary
action. However, be particularly careful not to divulge specifics of any discussion held in any
closed brother forum;
• The fraternity education team lead must approve all disciplinary actions before application of
the discipline (unless discipline is removal in which the chapter must approve).
In order for the chapter to mitigate risk in such a sensitive area, it is extremely important each chapter
document any and all notifications given to a pledge. The documentation should include
the issue at hand, the date it was addressed with the individual, the student member who
addressed the issue and any comments or resolutions resulting from the conversation.
Sample issue documentation (two samples):
Pledge
J. Doe
Issue
Professional dress
Addressed by
M. Smith
Date
3/2/06
Resolution
• Big brother to
teach J. Doe
how to tie a tie
• J. Doe to attend “Dress for
Success” event
at Macy’s
Pledge Action Plan Date 2/17/07 Pledge Name: Joe Smith
Problem/Issue
• Does not attend meetings professionally dressed
• Is continually late to pledge meetings and events
Addressed By: the brotherhood
MOR Smith, President Kline, Big Brother Lyles and VP membership Petersen were in attendance for
this meeting with Pledge Smith
Resolution: Pledge Smith is going to work on these issues with his big brother and other brothers.
• Attend a dress for success at Neiman Marcus
• Go shopping with his big brother to learn how to professionally dress on a tight budget
• Set alarm on cell phone for meeting reminders
• Get to all events and meetings at least five minutes early
Next Evaluation Date: Big brother will report to brotherhood the progress of these action items. All
action items must be met by Mid-Court when Pledge Smith will be re-evaluated.
Potential Consequences: Alpha Kappa Psi is a training tool for the real world. If Pledge Smith does
not complete the above items, Pledge Smith may be removed from the pledge class pending a vote of
the brotherhood.
Pledge Signature: Joe Smith 2/17/07
Witness Signature: MOR Smith, President Kline, BB Lyles, VPM Petersen
The most serious form of discipline is the removal of a pledge from the pledge program. This form of action should generally be reserved for continuous failure to achieve educational objectives and can only be
accomplished by a vote of the chapter membership. A chapter vote is appropriate if a pledge has acted in
ways detrimental to other pledges or to the chapter. Caput II Section 6-A-4 of the Statutory Code clearly
states the requirements for removing a pledge from the program. Before performing any action associated with removal, this code should be reviewed with the chapter membership. The following are the most
important points from the code:
• A vote to remove a pledge can be proposed by any brother during any formal meeting of the full
chapter membership.
• The number of affirmative votes required to expel a pledge may not exceed 25% of chapter membership. The actual number required by the chapter should be explicitly stated in the chapter Bylaws. This number is based off members in good standing, members do not have to be present.
• Upon the request of any member, there can be a second discussion and a second vote can be
taken. This vote must occur before the recess or adjournment of the meeting in which a vote on a
pledge has already been taken. Only two votes may be taken.
• If a pledge is removed, his/her name cannot be proposed again until the beginning of
the next pledge period.