The latest in chapter news and education for the brothers of Alpha Kappa Psi
In this episode, the Chapter Educational Resource Coordinators of AKPsi speak to Convention Chair Wendy Wendroff. They ask questions about everything Convention, including dates, events, who is able to come, and what to expect. Hear it all straight from the expert!
Jessica Seitz, managing director of the AKPsi Foundation, joins the show this week to talk all things related to the Foundation, including programming, scholarships, and chapter-specific endowments. The Foundation is here to help you access AKPsi activities, so tune in to hear how you can take advantage and help students for years to come! To learn more or get involved, email jessica@akpsi.org.Foundation website
Does your chapter struggle with social media? Not knowing what to post or when? Not getting likes or shares? Join Regional Manager Heather Robinette and Regional Director Diana D. Correia as they discuss the best ways to utilize social media platforms to showcase your chapter, whether that's recruitment events, brotherhood events, or other accomplishments, as well as collaborate with the Fraternity at large.
Judiciary Committee Chair Christian Nuccio and Vice Chair Kerri Dickson join the show to discuss the new Code of Conduct. Christian and Kerri explain why the Fraternity shifted away from the term "Risk Management," why it's important that all members understand these conduct standards, and how to utilize this document at the chapter level. If you questions, reach out to cerc@akpsi.org, judiciarychair@akpsi.org, and/or jcvicechair@akpsi.org .JC website
"It's just a very rewarding experience, especially because I personally feel like I would not be where I am today, whether in my life or in my career without AKPsi, so I feel that duty to give back and to me, that's very motivating." Join regional directors Jacob Drees and Josh Machtinger as well as regional manager Corey Reddy and chapter advisor Lauren Burke as they discuss their AKPsi volunteer journeys, what motivates them to continue this work, and how these skills transfer to their professional life. Listen in for special shout-outs to other volunteers and chapters!Learn more
Welcome to another season of Operations Avenue! Like the last, you'll hear from new student and volunteer guest stars each episode. First up, Jessica Williams from Nova Southeastern and Takayla Patterson from Loyola-Chicago discuss the process of becoming Brotherhood Unbounded Ambassadors and the benefits this program provides to AKPsi chapters, including access to the Birkman Method Assessment in the MyAKPsi Community.Learn more about Brotherhood UnboundedTake the Birkman Assessment
On today's 2-part bonus, your CERCs discuss diversity, equity and inclusion education at the local level with five students from Alpha Chi, Beta Upsilon, and Beta Mu. Tune in for insight and direction as you begin planning your next DEI program.akpsi.org/dei/
On today's 2-part bonus, your CERCs discuss diversity, equity and inclusion education at the local level with five students from Alpha Chi, Beta Upsilon, and Beta Mu. Tune in for insight and direction as you begin planning your next DEI program.akpsi.org/dei/
Ajay Shankar and Alexander Leipold from Omega Theta at Maryland join the show this week to talk about their chapter's professional development event, 2020 Consulting Career Day. They secured business leaders across the consulting industry to join calls with chapter members to answer questions, workshop, and network using Zoom and Gatherly. Fall 2020 Virtual Award Submissions: Professional Development
It's time to engage your alumni! Join Gabrielle Fontenot, Nicole Lyon, and Victor Xie from the Rho Tau and Omicron Chi chapters to hear how they facilitated alumni roundtables and an Instagram takeover last semester, the latter event winning the Fall 2020 Virtual Award.Fall 2020 Virtual Award Submissions: Alumni Engagement
Brotherhood is one of AKPsi's Core Values, and the virtual experience has forced chapters to adjust incorporating brotherhood events into the member experience. Nikita Tripahti, April Finch, Ellie Cawthorne, Grace Poukey, Julie Huang, and Leila Storkamp from the Pi Omega, Gamma Pi, and Chi Sigma chapters guest-star today to talk about the 2020 events that kept their brotherhood alive.Fall 2020 Virtual Award Submissions: Brotherhood
Today's guest is Alexandra Pirsos from the Mu Pi Chapter at Elon and she tells us about her chapter's Step it Up event, a week-long virtual steps competition benefitting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.Fall 2020 Virtual Award Submissions: Service
Deana Truskolawski, Carter Viets, and Alaina Bryant from Delaware and North Texas join the show to talk about transitioning their fundraising efforts to a virtual format in order to continue growing each event and giving back to organizations they hold dear.Fall 2020 Virtual Awards Submissions: Fundraising
Tune in to hear Sean McPherson and Quinn Van Horne from the Kappa Chapter at Oregon dive into their successful, creative fall 2020 recruitment campaign called True Blue & Gold.Fall 2020 Virtual Award Submissions: Recruitment Campaign
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We are more than a campus organization. We are a community of principled business leaders across the globe. Hear from special guest David Greenberg about his experience as a regional director serving our UK chapters and working on expansion efforts, too.
Did you enjoy taking the Birkman Assessment? What colors are you? Amber, Coral, and Alec review sections of their Birkman results to explain their meaning, personal importance, and value for working as a team in your chapter.
Invoices, statements, credit memos...what does it all mean? A special guest joins the podcast today to break down chapter finances so you can budget correctly for your chapter's needs.
The best way to expand your chapter's reach off campus is to communicate your successes and challenges and initiatives with other chapters. Your CERCs will tell you how to contact them today!
Won't you be our neighbor? Building strong campus relationships with faculty, university staff, and other organizations can lead to so many positive advancements for your chapter, like funding and event recognition. Send your CERC an email and tell them who your chapter collaborates with on campus!
Join Amber, Coral, and Alec for a quick refresher about rituals and their importance so your chapter can lead meaningful fraternity ceremonies, even if you can't be together in person this year.
Today's topic is Bridge to Brotherhood, specifically learning how to pick electives to benefit pledges and meet chapter goals.
What kind of member does your chapter need to recruit? What values or qualities are you looking for in potential new members? Your CERCs discuss how to determine your chapter's needs and how to best market yourself on campus to reach those students.
Have you ever wondered how your experience in AKPsi will translate to your career or personal life? The CERCs explore that today by discussing various aspects of chapter operations and how those skills directly correlate to a real world experience. Have other topic suggestions for us? Email cerc@akpsi.org. Disclaimer: Episodes are recorded in advance. Staff members may have resigned from their position with Alpha Kappa Psi before the episode is live.
Alpha Kappa Psi membership lasts far beyond your time in college, but it is much more difficult to keep up with the organization post-graduation. Today, your CERCs chat about ways to keep recent graduates involved and how to re-engage alumni who left the collegiate status long ago. Disclaimer: Episodes are recorded in advance. Staff members may have resigned from their position with Alpha Kappa Psi before the episode is live.
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Have you experienced conflict in your chapter or personal life? Did you know how to resolve it effectively? The CERCs are joined by special guest Liz Buttner to exlpore healthy conversations and conflict resolution. Disclaimer: Episodes are recorded in advance. Staff members may have resigned from their position with Alpha Kappa Psi before the episode is live.
You've got questions about Pulse Point? We've got the answers! Join the CERCs today as they unpack all the details about the new Pulse Point Program. Disclaimer: Episodes are recorded in advance. Staff members may have resigned from their position with Alpha Kappa Psi before the episode is live.
We're in the midst of the Chapter Success Plan cycle, and your CERCs are here to help you along the way. Listen in to learn the best tips and tricks to progress your chapter. Disclaimer: Episodes are recorded in advance. Staff members may have resigned from their position with Alpha Kappa Psi before the episode is live.
Brother of the Week. Shout-outs. Superlatives. What do you do to thank your members for their hard work? Today's episode talks about the correlation between member recognition and member engagement.
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Do you need some tips to plan your next event in spring or fall 2020? Today, your CERCs dish on all the best ways to set up and run an outstanding event within your chapter and beyond.
Fundraising is vital to your chapter, especially as you prepare to attend PBLI in just a few months. Join us today as we walk through the process to plan a successful fundraising event. Email cerc@akpsi.org if you have more questions!
What turns a simple activity into a tradition? Today, your CERCs chat about recognizing and building healthy, long-lasting traditions in your chapter and personal life.
Let's face it; you've got questions about ChapterSpot, right? Well, listen in for a full run-down of membership statuses and learn how to update them in ChapterSpot. Email cerc@akpsi.org and let us know if you have more questions.
Do you need guidance in completing your Bridge Syllabus? Do you want to guarantee your submission will receive approval? Listen in as your CERCs give instructions and how-to tips to complete a Bridge to Brotherhood Syllabus correctly.
Travel the course that AKPsi has taken over the last century and beyond as the CERCs look back and interview special guests about their experience as a brother of Alpha Kappa Psi. Clarence Seal is a 1985 initiate of the Zeta Upsilon chapter at Tennesee Technological University. A Life Loyal member, Clarence currently volunteers as a section director within the Southern Bluegrass region in Area IV. Wendy Wendroff is a 1980 initiate of the Theta Xi chapter at Tri-State University. A Life Loyal member, Wendy currently volunteers as the Pacific Northwest regional director in Area I and as the Convention chair.
Money management but make it fashion. Listen here as we cover everything related to chapter finance management so you know how to keep your chapter out of the red. Contact CERC@akpsi.org with any unanswered questions or topic suggestions.
Join us for a special episode of Operations Avenue where our associate directors of student services and risk reduction highlight National Hazing Prevention Week. They will review the history and psychology of hazing and talk about how you can recognize and intervene in situations inconsistent with Alpha Kappa Psi’s Core Values and risk management policies.
Does it feel like your chapter’s E-board is doing everything? In this episode, your CERCs talk about how to use committees to build skills while engaging members and creating a more productive chapter. Contact CERC@akpsi.org with any unanswered questions or topic suggestions.
New term, who dis? In this episode, Amber, Kim, Jess, and Ruth discuss how to hold a chapter kickoff meeting that is both fun and informative for chapter members. Contact CERC@akpsi.org with any unanswered questions or topic suggestions.
Listen to hear your CERCs discuss the second part of recruitment basics, including preparing Chapter Spot, executing recruitment events, and reviewing your chapter’s recruitment. Contact CERC@akpsi.org with any unanswered questions or topic suggestions. Check back every other Thursday for a new episode!
Are you feeling overwhelmed about recruitment season coming up? Stay tuned to hear your friendly neighborhood CERCs guide you through the basics about planning events, gathering materials, and executing recruitment workshops. Contact CERC@akpsi.org with any unanswered questions or topic suggestions. Check back every other Thursday for a new episode!
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