New & Improved AFA/EBI Fraternity/Sorority Assessment | Enrollment Deadline April 30Through the combined efforts of the members of AFA's EBI Committee and the EBI staff, the AFA/EBI Fraternity/Sorority Assessment has been updated to include questions designed to measure learning outcomes. The assessment has also been designed to link to CAS,
Learning Reconsidered, and
Leadership Reconsidered professional standards. The improved assessment is now a comprehensive and comparative review of the student fraternity/sorority experience. Over 95 colleges and universities have participated in the AFA/EBI Fraternity/Sorority Assessment since its inception in 2004. Don't miss your opportunity to join the assessment movement - the enrollment deadline for this year is
April 30.
Go here to learn more.
Annual Meeting Call for Content | Submission Deadline May 12
The 2008 Annual Meeting Call for Content is the Association's method of identifying critical issues and presenters, and collecting program proposals for the Annual Meeting in Denver. It is our intent to provide you with an educational experience that is worthwhile and meaningful. Through the Call for Content, you can:
- Refer 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 or included in the Developmental Resource Center (DRC).
- Submit an individual or group program proposal for an educational or pre-conference program.
The Association needs YOUR involvement to ensure the most valuable educational programs and experiences are presented at the 2008 Annual Meeting. Complete the
Call for Content by
May 12.
Book Discounts for AFA Members
Black Greek-Letter Organizations in the Twenty-First Century: Our Fight Has Just Begun
The University Press of Kentucky is pleased to offer AFA members a 20% discount on its pending release, Black Greek-Letter Organizations in the Twenty-First Century: Our Fight Has Just Begun. According to Robert L. Harris, Jr., coeditor of The Columbia Guide to African American History Since 1939, "Comprehensive and thorough in its scholarship, Black Greek Letter Organizations in the Twenty-First Century tackles many challenging issues, such as feminism, sexual orientation, racial integration, eating disorders, and organizational behavior. It will spark much discussion and future research on the organizations. It is a must read for members of BGLOs, prospective members, the general public, and especially for student service personnel." The book will be released in June 2008, but you can pre-order your copy now. AFA members can receive the 20% discount by ordering via website or phone as follows:
PHONE: Call the University Press of Kentucky at 800/839-6855, and give them the AFA discount code: F089 (F-zero-8-9).
FOR TAX EXEMPT ORDERS: Only Kentucky residents are charged tax. For those in Kentucky needing tax-exempt orders and wishing to receive the AFA discount, fax your order (with the discount code and tax exempt certificate) to 859/257-8481.
Behind Happy Faces
Behind Happy Faces: Taking Charge of Your Mental Health is a great training resource for your student leaders, chapter advisors, graduate students, traveling consultants, colleagues, etc. Your AFA membership can help you get this book in the hands of all who need it, and you can help AFA in the process! Bonus Books is offering AFA members a 20% discount and free shipping on all orders; in addition, Bonus Books is providing AFA with a commission on all books sold to AFA members. Use this special ordering website to take advantage of this discount. If you need to place a tax exempt order, please call Jeff Stern at 310/492-9400.
Take advantage of these great offers to enhance your office library!