The Five Star Program : Chapter Report

​From a time when achievement was rare, and succeeding among minority was minuscule, a sense of order was needed. During this time Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated came into the world, bringing core values and achievement. Within the five objectives Kappa Alpha Psi showcases the distinction of itself from other fraternities. The founding fathers had the desire to shape a unique group personality different from the other greek letter college organizations, around the idea of achievement. When achievement was mainly concerned with improvement of personal status, security, and meeting the demands of everyday living the founders of the fraternity envisioned something bigger. Thus bringing about the Five Objectives that men of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated live by and exemplify on a day to day basis showcasing Achievement in every field of human endeavor.

Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority, Incorporated purpose is to be of service to all mankind dealing with critical issues in communities domestically and internationally. What I have grown to understand an envision a woman of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated to be, I accredit largely to the ladies of the Gamma Theta chapter. This has the result of attending many of the chapter’s events during my time at Hampton thus far. One of my favorite events was a screening of a documentary Girls Rising. I learned to appreciate every opportunity to learn and gain knowledge because in some parts of the world girls are restricted from receiving an education. A

As our year of service ends we were reflecting on the 4 Hallmarks of Phi Theta Kappa and have come to grasp a small understand of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Fellowship. The foundation of Phi Theta Kappa instills the traits through Leadership Development. The courses available to members will help each gain confidence as each learns what a leader truly is. Our advisors set the standards with continuously setting examples of leadership in their own lives. Members learn, not only from their examples, but from the development tools given when you become emerged in the learning process that is diverse, interdisciplinary approach such as 8 months of academic research, written papers, implementing a project that will have an effect not

Thank you for your support of Kappa Kappa Gamma. On behalf of Fraternity Council, I am writing to share an update regarding Zeta Eta Chapter at the University of California, Irvine.

The key to a strong, sustainable and well-operating chapter is officers who clearly understand the expectations of their positions. Each Chapter Council member and her committee will review the appropriate, updated Leadership Guide and watch the respective, archived officer webinar. Prior to Nov. 1, hold a discussion of what was learned and make notes in the Chapter Council meeting minutes. Chapter Council officers will describe how their positions contribute to the overall operation of the chapter and adjust their tasks

The class from last year grew our chapter to help us be more involved and grow as a group. Some of our activities from the year include a candidate project where the candidate class comes up with a service project, plans it as well as complete it before initiation. Also we participate in homecoming, Hunt for Hunger, and career development panels.

[subheadline] A formula for success Kappa Kappa Gamma’s commitment to inspire women to be their best is second to none. We prepare our members for the future by offering a safe and supportive environment to learn life skills, become global citizens and gain firsthand knowledge of the satisfaction of making an impact. We offer connections through friendships, community partnerships and networking opportunities. Like Grand Valley State University, Kappa strives to create an environment that develops stronger individuals, which results in a stronger campus and a stronger community. We know the students at GVSU are doers — people who want to be involved and take action. Our proven practice of getting new members involved from day one goes hand in hand with the student culture on your campus. We believe a partnership between Grand Valley State and Kappa would be a win-win. Over the past 25 years, Kappa’s success rate speaks for itself. [key info] 96% of new Kappa chapters on campuses with existing Greek-letter communities are at average chapter size within one year of establishment. 97% of women who pledge Kappa go on to become initiated

Kappa Theta is known on campus for doing a yearly Fireman’s Challenge that generates the bulk of their philanthropic efforts and most recently creating the PIKE Club, which is a program where brothers of Kappa Theta will play basketball every week with students with disabilities on campus, which has tremendous participation. However, the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life would like to see two major philanthropic efforts every year (one per semester). There has not been an effective transition so the chairmen are essentially recreating the position every year. In order to be most effective I would recommend the following:

Description of the assistance provided by the inter/national organization to a new colony including financial support, alumnae support and a list of collegiate and alumnae chapters in the region [subheadline] Colonization process In addition to the Fraternity’s volunteer and advisory support structure, we assemble a team of volunteers and staff who will oversee the efforts to re-establishment of the new chapter at Grand Valley State. This team — comprised of members who have expertise in establishing new chapters and working with collegiate women — will immediately begin working with campus partners to market Kappa’s brand to unaffiliated women. Our expert team includes the following. • Leadership Consultants are staff members and recent graduates who travel to our chapters and work closely with local volunteer

change the world around them. Kappa Kappa Gamma is committed to creating a better tomorrow for our members.

We know inspiration often comes from personal connections. We encourage our chapters to assist local organizations that hold special meaning for them. Whether it’s supporting agencies that benefit women, organizations that work with children, or any number of other causes, you’ll find Kappas making a difference in the community.

The Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation supports women in pursuing their dreams and helping empower others do the same.

Kappa members believe that philanthropy — or mutual helpfulness — is an important value. Raise awareness of the needs of others by participating in local campus and community philanthropy events, monetarily contributing to the Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation and supporting our national partner, Reading Is Fundamental.

Persons Responsible Education Chairman Education Committee Outcome Provide seniors the chance to reflect on their Kappa experience. Provide the chapter an opportunity to celebrate seniors’ accomplishments and contributions to the chapter. Pillar of Education Sisterhood Time Varies Additional Ideas •

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