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In This Issue:
Annual Meeting Update
The AFA Annual Meeting Planning Team is dedicated to providing an outstanding experience for our members at the 2008 Annual Meeting. There will be new experiences, as well as some of the favorite programs and services of the Annual Meeting. Registration materials are now available.
Please accept the invitation to join colleagues and friends in the Mile High City as we examine how to elevate our professional performance.
Mark your calendar for these important deadlines:
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Register for the Annual Meeting deadline is October 31
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Coaching Students to Balance Their Lives and Leadership
September 24 | 2:00 - 3:30 pm Eastern TimeAre your students stressed out and over-involved? Do they have their hands in the pot of several organizations versus giving quality time to a few? Are they rushing, constantly connected to a phone, and really scattered? What does it mean to lead a balanced life? During this installment of the Virtual Seminar Series, we will explore these questions and many more. The goal of this workshop is to equip participants with some of the skills necessary to coach the students they advise to lead a more balanced life and to, perhaps, pick up a few tips on life balance themselves. Visit the AFA website for more information and register today!
AFA Foundation Silent Auction
The AFA Foundation Silent Auction will again be a part of the Annual Meeting in Denver! All donations help the Foundation fund projects aimed at strengthening our profession, including research and professional development programs. The November 7th donation deadline is fast approaching! Go here for more information about donating items to the Silent Auction or the AFA Foundation.
Liaison HighlightNorth-American Interfraternity ConferenceThe mission of the NIC can be defined in three short words. Our focus is on advocating for the fraternal movement, educating both our internal and external audiences about trends, norms, best practices, and the value of today's Greek experience; and perhaps most importantly collaborating with our partners and with all stakeholders in advancing the fraternal movement. Read more about the NIC in the Liaison Highlight.
Associate Member Highlight
Coleman Productions
Coleman Productions is known for their EXCEPTIONAL Speakers, TIMELY Topics, and LIFE-CHANGING Results! We entertain as we educate and will exceed your expectations again and again! Covering such hot topics as dating and relationships, diversity, disability awareness, hate on campus, servant leadership, creativity, safety, risk management, and more - we are sure to leave your students enriched! Ask us about our "10-4" deal if you book multiple speakers per year!
AFA Welcomes New Associate Member
Sarah Maria is a Body-Image Expert, Personal Empowerment Coach, successful business woman, author, and speaker. She shows people how to feel great in their bodies, create healthy lifestyle habits, achieve success and live the life of their dreams.
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2009 Leadership Elections
Voting Deadline | September 11
AFA Voting Members were recently sent an electronic ballot for the 2009 Leadership Elections. Voting will close at midnight (EDT) September 11. The slate of candidates includes the following individuals. Please take a moment to review each candidate's profile on the electronic ballot and submit your vote if you have not already. Contact the Central Office if you have any questions.
President-Elect
Kelly Jo Karnes, University of Iowa
Todd Sullivan, University of Connecticut
Executive Vice President
Beth Conder, Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity, Inc.
Allison St. Germain, Delta Zeta Sorority
Vice President for Membership
Thad Doyle, University of Akron
Justin Kirk, Delta Upsilon Fraternity
Region I Director
Veronica Hunter, Lehigh University
Lindsay Sell, University of Connecticut
Region II Director
Cara Jenkins, Virginia Commonwealth University Jenny Levering, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Region III Director
Laurence Bolotin, Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity, Inc.
Martia Brawner, Purdue University
Region IV Director
Tricia Fechter, Rockhurst University
Stan Sweeney, University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Region V Director
Cori Hammock, University of Washington
Strategic Plan Update
The academic year has begun, AFA Leadership Elections are underway, and the Association continues various initiatives related to the implementation of our Strategic Plan. Kyle Pendleton, Past President, provides an update on the Association's progress. >>Read more
National Hazing Prevention WeekAs a committed partner in the fight against hazing, AFA is again a national sponsor of NHPW. It's never too late to plan an awareness raising observance at your campus. AFA members have access to a great planning guide for NHPW activities. Additional awareness-raising resources are available for purchase at the NHPW website. NHPW offers a tremendous opportunity for fraternity and sorority leaders to come together with club leaders, student athletes, and faculty to end hazing on your campus.
"A Hazing Death: Five Years Later and 10 Lessons Learned." September 23 | 2:00 pm Eastern TimeIn March 2003, SUNY Plattsburgh freshman Walter Dean Jennings died while pledging an unrecognized former fraternity that had been closed by the College in 1998. During his 10-day pledge program, Jennings was forced to consume massive amounts of water and died from "water intoxication" the day before his torment was scheduled to end with initiation. Although Plattsburgh State had anti-hazing procedures and policies in place prior to Jennings death, professionals in the division of Student Affairs have since developed a comprehensive plan based on the lessons learned during the hazing tragedy. The campus has seen a remarkable change in the culture of hazing as a result.During National Hazing Prevention Week 2008, SUNY Plattsburgh and HazingPrevention.org will offer a webinar, "A Hazing Death: Five Years Later and 10 Lessons Learned." Three Plattsburgh State professionals involved in the investigation of the Jennings death and its aftermath will share tips on effective investigating, sanctioning, education and partnerships to prevent a similar tragedy on your campus.The webinar will be held on Tuesday, September 23 at 2 p.m. Eastern Time. The cost is $50 per site. To register, visit www.hazingprevention.org.
Oracle Call for Submissions
Submission Deadline | November 1 Oracle: The Research Journal of the Association of Fraternity Advisors is accepting articles for the February 2009 issue. While we have a rolling submission process, articles should be submitted by November 1 to be considered for the February 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.
College Panhellenics ConversationsThe September issue of College Panhellenics Conversations, the e-newsletter from the NPCCollege Panhellenics Committee, is now available.
Without an accurate picture of how other institutions are doing, it is easy to guess that you are doing at least average when, in fact, you may be the star!AFA/EBI Fraternity/Sorority Assessment
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