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In This Issue
A Minute with the Board
As we are all preparing for the end-of-the-year craziness that April and May bring, I would like to share a few updates with you following the meeting of the AFA Executive Board in March. The Executive Board holds three in-person meetings each year, and for 2009 those meetings will be in March, July, and December. The membership will be updated about these meetings through the Association Update, and as a new step towards transparency, a copy of the Executive Board Meeting minutes will be placed on the website for your review and information. The minutes from the March 2009 meeting will be available to all members starting the week of April 6, 2009. >>Read President Carolyn E. Whittier, Ph.D.'s full Minute with the Board
Nominate AFA's Future Leaders
Nomination Deadline | June 26
The process for nominating Professional and Graduate members for 2010 elected officer positions has begun. Go here for more information on how to nominate qualified colleagues by June 26th.
The First 90 Days Program | Registration Now Open!
The First 90 Days Program exists to assimilate first-time fraternity/sorority professionals by developing an awareness of their role in the fraternal relevance landscape, by building skills necessary for a successful transition and long-term career, and by sharing knowledge that will lead to strong connections among peers and partners. The 12-week program will complement the transition into a first, full-time campus role working with fraternities and sororities through a series of webinars, a peer-to-peer cohort experience, and guided learning and networking with AFA volunteers.
Registration: A First 90 Days registration would be the perfect graduation gift for a graduate student, professional development experience for a new hire, or resource for yourself as you begin a new position or new career. The registration form is available now.
Suggest a presenter: The First 90 Days Committee will soon be inviting presenters to conduct the seven bi-weekly webinars. Each webinar will be based on one of the eight Core Competencies for Excellence in the Profession. The First 90 Days Committee is dedicated to providing the best breadth and depth of presenter expertise while balancing experience with new voices. Please email suggestions of AFA members and partners who can provide insight into the Core Competencies for our newest professionals to Sarah Decker before April 8.
Annual Meeting Call for Content | Submission Deadline May 22
The 2009 Annual Meeting Call for Content is the Association's method of collecting program proposals, as well as identifying critical issues and presenters for the Annual Meeting in Jacksonville. It is the intent of the Educational Programs Committee to provide you with an educational experience that is constructive and meaningful.
Through the Call for Content, you can:
• Submit an individual or group program proposal for an educational program or Annual Meeting Advance (formerly known as Pre-Conference program)
• Recommend professionals, volunteers, or experts who you would like to present educational programs
• Identify critical issues, operational topics, or skills training opportunities you would like either presented in an educational program or included in the Developmental Resource Center (DRC)
The Association needs YOUR involvement to ensure the most dynamic educational programs and experiences are available at the 2009 Annual Meeting.
Complete the Call for Content by Friday, May 22.
CHIA Update | Letter of Support
The Association of Fraternity Advisors, along with many inter/national fraternities and sororities, continues to be very active in lobbying Congress for the passing of the Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act (CHIA), which would allow our chapters to modernize and expand our stock of student housing by permitting tax-deductible, charitable contributions to foundations to be used for grants to local house corporations.
Any university/college with structures that house fraternity and/or sorority members is a key campus that can help us with our efforts to pass CHIA through Congress. We would like our campus based fraternity and sorority professionals at a university/college with such structures to work to secure a letter of support from your University/College President and/or your Senior Student Affairs Officer. >>Read full article and sample letter
Associate Member Highlight
BECK & CO.
BECK & CO. is best known for "RESPONSE ABILITY" -- an educational DVD package on bystander behavior as it shows up in fraternity/sorority life. This program addresses bystander behavior as it relates to hazing, drug/alcohol abuse, eating disorders, racism, homophobia, sexual abuse, and other offensive and unhealthy behaviors where our students are simply standing by and saying/doing nothing. This is our chance to empower them and train them to stand up and intervene. For more information, visit www.beck-company.com. Winner of the 2009 Laurel Wreath Award from the NIC.
COMING SOON: Keynotes/lectures offered through CAMPUSPEAK.
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Restorative Justice: Powerful Tools for Reframing Judicial Interactions
April 29 | 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Eastern
Restorative justice has been a popular topic among many in the fraternity and sorority field. While there are many creative and educational sanctions being used across the country by fraternity/sorority professionals and volunteers to address judicial matters, restorative justice is an entirely different way of viewing judicial interactions. This live virtual seminar will incorporate web and telephone technology to educate participants on the concept, design, and practice of restorative justice. An excellent skill-building opportunity, this virtual seminar will aid those who advise at both the community and individual chapter level.
For more information and to register, please visit the AFA website.
Essentials | Submission Deadline April 15
The May issue of Essentials will focus on inclusive communities. The Editorial Board is seeking articles on this topic as well as community engagement and intentional education. Articles range in length, but the recommended length for submissions is 500-1000 words, or 2-4 pages when single spaced. Please review the submission guidelines for upcoming issue themes and contact Emily Perlow, Essentials Editor, with questions.
Perspectives | Submission Deadline May 1
The Summer issue of Perspectives will focus on spirituality in fraternity/sorority life. The Editorial Board is seeking articles on this topic and in all areas related to fraternity/sorority advising. Articles must range in length from 600 words to a maximum of 2,800 words. Authors are encouraged to submit articles prior to the deadline of May 1 for an initial review. Please review the submission guidelines or contact Allison St. Germain, Perspectives Editor, with questions.
Oracle | Submission Deadline May 1
Oracle: The Research Journal of the Association of Fraternity Advisors is accepting research articles for the August 2009 issue. While we have a rolling submission process, articles should be submitted by May 1 to be considered for the August issue. If you have an interest in submitting an article, please review the submission guidelines. Contact Eric Norman, Oracle Editor, if you have any questions.
Want to Publish but Unsure of Which Publication?
The editors of Essentials, Perspectives, and Oracle are here to help. Please contact any of the editors or the Central Office to discuss your article and what to do next to be published in an AFA publication.
AFA Award Nominations | Submission Deadline July 1
It's never too early to begin thinking about recognizing your colleagues, mentors, and supervisors for their outstanding contributions to our field. Each year, AFA seeks to recognize outstanding contributions by our members in several different categories. Go here for a complete list of awards. The AFA Awards Committee invites you to submit nominations for the 2009 honors. It takes only a few minutes of your time to submit a nomination. The process relies on you! All nominations must be submitted by July 1, 2009 to awards@fraternityadvisors.org.
College Panhellenic Conversations
The April issue of College Panhellenic Conversations, the e-newsletter from the NPC College Panhellenics Committee, is now available.
AFA/EBI Assessment |
Enroll by April 30!
Don't miss the opportunity to assess the perspectives of your students before the end of the school year. By participating now you will have the information you need to set priorities for next year and reinforce your efforts to improve your students' fraternity/sorority experience. Enrolling is simple! Click here for more information. You can easily place your order without payment - we will simply invoice you and you have 45 days to pay.
Questions? Contact Melanie Monteleone at mmonteleone@webebi.com.
Liaison Highlight
HazingPrevention.Org
The Association of Fraternity Advisors is excited about its continued relationship with organizations working to combat hazing through education and awareness. AFA is a partner to the newly-developed HazingPrevention.Org organization through our liaison, Allison Swick-Duttine. >>Read a full update from HazingPrevention.Org
2009 Interdisciplinary Institute for Hazing Intervention
The Association of Fraternity Advisors is actively involved in many efforts to address the issue of hazing. Among these is our sponsorship of HazingPrevention.Org. Last summer the first IIHI program was held in North Carolina to rave reviews. One participant said, "This was the best professional development opportunity I've had in years." June 10-13, the program will be coming to Butler University in Indianapolis, and the curriculum and faculty are top-notch. For more information on the IIHI and registration, click here. The early-bird registration deadline is May 1.
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