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New Look!
AFA's electronic communications, Association Update, Essentials, and The AFA Volunteer, have a fresh, new look. Also new, beginning with the 2007 issues, the Association Update is now archived on the AFA website so you can easily find that announcement or article you want to read again. Check out the Publications website for more information about these and all of AFA's publications.
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Website Survey
Think the new website is the best thing since sliced bread? Still confused by the Online Community? Asking yourself, "there's a new website?" Whatever the answers may be, we want to know!
The AFA Technology Workgroup is taking a critical look at ways to continually improve the Association's technology-related resources and wants to help you maximize your use of the new website. Give us your feedback by participating in the Website Survey and enter our drawing for a Virtual Seminar registration! |
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Virtual Seminar - March 21, 2:00-3:30pm EST
Conversations that Matter: Overcoming Challenges to the Fraternal Values Movement
You asked, and we listened! The topic for this Virtual Seminar was selected based on reviews of Annual Meeting programs. This seminar will be a continuation of the highly rated program, What to Call Your Rho Chis and Other Values-Based Conversations. Dan Bureau will facilitate this interactive, thought provoking seminar. Whether you missed the program at the Annual Meeting or attended and want to continue the discussion, this seminar will better prepare you to have powerful values-based conversations with your students. Register today!
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AFA Director of Programs Search
AFA announces the establishment of a third full-time staff position. The Director of Programs will lead the Association’s professional development programs. In concert with Association volunteers, this mid-level manager is responsible for the development of the Association’s resources and online educational programs and the planning and execution of the AFA Annual Meeting. Innovative, self-directed, and detail oriented individuals are encouraged to apply. Applications will be accepted through March 16, 2007. Visit the AFA website for a complete position description and search timeline. |
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The Pilots are Happening, The Pilots are Happening!
What pilots, you ask? It is the next step in the Fraternity/Sorority Community Program Evaluation Project. Throughout the past year, AFA has provided you periodic updates regarding this initiative, most recently at the Annual Meeting. Since we last reported to you, the project has continued to evolve and much progress has been made. Past Presidents Mike Hayes and Amy Vojta have continued to work with the other Coalition members representing NALFO, NIC, NPHC, and NPC in the implementation of this evaluation process. Go here for a brief overview of new developments and anticipated future plans. |
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Interfraternity Institute & Rick Barnes IFI Scholarship
The Interfraternity Institute (IFI) is a one-week institute bringing together individuals who work with fraternities and sororities on campuses and within inter/national fraternities and sororities. IFI will be held July 14-19, 2007 in Bloomington, IN. For more information, visit the Fraternity Executives Association (FEA) website.
The Association of Fraternity Advisors Foundation is pleased to provide one scholarship for a campus-based Professional member of AFA to attend IFI. The Rick Barnes Interfraternity Institute Scholarship is provided annually and covers all registration expenses related to the program. The scholarship application must be postmarked no later than April 1, 2007. Go here to learn more about this scholarship and to find the application.
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ACPA/NASPA Joint Meeting
AFA members attending the ACPA/NASPA Joint Meeting in Orlando, Florida this March will find several educational programs related to fraternity and sorority life. Go here for a summary of those programs. With the Joint Meeting only happening every ten years, 7,000 attendees are anticipated to attend. Learn more about the overall conference online.
National Hazing Symposium
AFA is pleased to support the third National Hazing Symposium to be held in conjunction with the ACPA/NASPA Joint Meeting in Orlando, FL on March 31st. The 2007 Symposium will examine how environmental analysis and bystander strategies can be applied at the institutional and individual levels to challenge hazing. The day-long program will provide participants with theoretical and practical strategies to impact their campus and organization environments. More information on the program can be found by visiting the CAMPUSPEAK website.
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Perspectives Call for Articles
The submission deadline for the Spring issue of Perspectives Editorial Board is approaching quickly. All articles and advertising space requests must be received by February 15, 2007. Submission guidelines and advertising information can be found on the AFA website. Please contact Kurtis Foriska, Perspectives Editor, with any questions. |
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Associate Member Highlight - HRH/Kirklin
HRH/Kirklin was founded in 1991 to serve the insurance and risk management educational needs for college based student organizations, honor societies, leadership councils, and alumni/ae associations.
HRH/Kirklin provides comprehensive insurance and risk management services, including: General Liability Insurance for local and national organizations; Comprehensive Property Insurance for housed groups; Special Event & Concert Insurance for college based organizations; Council Liability Insurance for colleges and universities
HRH/Kirklin Providing educational resources and presentations to help control and prevent loss and create change: Undergraduate & Alumni presentations for colleges and universities; Educational newsletters for property and risk management; Online resource library for undergraduate and alumni/ae members and volunteers
HRH/Kirklin has proudly been an associate member of AFA since 1998. For additional information, please visit http://www.kirklin.com/ or contact Emily Fay at efay@kirklin.com or 1-800-736-4327 Ext. 217.
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