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In This Issue:
A Minute with the Board
Transition…we are seeing it everywhere that we look. The leaves turn from green to beautiful shades of gold and red, as the weather changes to cooler days and nights. This progression is also occurring among the students and volunteers with whom we work. Outgoing leaders are wrapping up their time, and new, eager leaders are ready to take the helm! >>Read more from 2010 President Kelly Jo Karnes
Strategic Framework Review
In 2005, the leadership of the Association embarked on a new mission to enhance its members’ ability to create fraternity and sorority experiences that positively affect students, host institutions, and communities. Through the hard work and commitment from our volunteers and the honest feedback of our members and partners, we have moved toward a vision of a unified fraternal movement and increased the recognition of the value of the fraternity and sorority experience. >>Read more from 2009 Past President Jay Anhorn
Annual Meeting Update
As we prepare to meet in Jacksonville, make sure you take advantage of these opportunities:
Click here for more information about the Annual Meeting.
Fireside Chats Registration Deadline this Friday, November 6!
Fireside Chats are a time honored tradition at the Annual Meeting where we provide an atmosphere meant to engage inter/national organizations and campus professionals in discussions about their shared chapters. There are many topics that may be covered during a Fireside Chat, from checking in on a new colony to recruiting more alumni for a chapter to talking through risk management issues. Fireside Chats are meant to be a face-to-face interaction that expands upon conversations that have begun with consultant visits, phone calls, emails, etc.
Fireside Chats are 20 minutes in length, and each inter/national organization and campus will have the opportunity for a maximum of nine scheduled Fireside Chats (per table for inter/national organizations). Similarly, we offer the Fireside Chats Meet and Greet as an opportunity to informally network with and meet representatives from inter/national organizations. This does not allow for in depth conversation but rather a hello.
The deadline to register for Fireside Chats is November 6, 2009, for both campuses and inter/national organizations. Go here to register.
Fireside Chats Meet and Greet
Monday | December 7 | 8:00 - 9:15 p.m.
Fireside Chats
Tuesday | December 8 | 1:45 - 5:30 p.m. Sponsored by FIPG
Document your effectiveness and guide further program improvements: AFA/EBI Fraternity/Sorority Assessment
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Cyberbullying in Fraternities & Sororities
November 13 | 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Online life has changed the way in which students interact with one another, the campus-community, and the world, yet being able to express oneself instantly has led to a host of potential legal, academic, and social problems that have also impacted fraternity and sorority chapter reputations and relationships. This virtual seminar will explore the legal, social, and developmental challenges created by instant online expression; examine the very real phenomenon of cyberbullying; and offer student affairs professionals working with fraternities and sororities a few solutions to addressing online interaction among fraternity and sorority members.
For more information and to register, please visit the AFA website.
AFA Foundation Silent Auction
Going, Going, Gone!
There’s still time to make a donation to the AFA Foundation Silent Auction. The donation form is available here. The proceeds from the annual Silent Auction benefit programs that support AFA and AFA members. All individuals, organizations, offices/campuses/councils, and businesses are invited to donate an item in this, the Silent Auction's 16th year! Popular items include professional consultations/speaking engagements, small electronics, gift cards, autographed items, jewelry, sporting memorabilia, and books. A list of donated items to-date has been posted on the Foundation website, and items will be available for viewing and bidding in Jacksonville. Please donate an item so you and other Annual Meeting attendees can "bid high, and bid often" in Jacksonville!
AFA Mental Health Education Workgroup
We Want to Know What YOU Need!
The Mental Health Education Workgroup has developed an assessment about mental health education in our field. The assessment should take about 10 minutes to complete, and your input will inform future education efforts. Results will be reported at the Annual Meeting. Please complete the assessment by November 18.
College Panhellenic Conversations
The November issue of College Panhellenic Conversations, the e-newsletter from the NPC College Panhellenics Committee, is now available.
Coalition Assessment Project-Member Feedback Needed
AFA is one of five partners in the Fraternity & Sorority Coalition Assessment Project, now in it's third year. As the partners plan for the future, feedback from campus fraternity/sorority advising professionals is crucial, especially if you have NOT hosted a campus visit. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey.
The Placement Exchange: Chicago '10 is Now Open
The Placement Exchange: Chicago ‘10 will again deliver the professional, productive, and positive job placement experience people have come to expect. To the smallest detail, this event, to be held March 3rd-7th, is planned to provide services from which both the candidates and employers will benefit. AFA is now a partner in The Placement Exchange, so AFA members may now benefit from member rates for this event. Click here for more information about registration.
Associate Member Highlight
RISE Partnerships
RISE helps students get the job done. Our training experiences empower fraternity and sorority members with the interpersonal skills, practical solutions, and confidence they need to transform the chapter and community. Every program offers an interactive experience that is custom-designed to suit your community and protect your budget. Visit www.risepartnerships.com, email info@risepartnerships.com, or call (570) 220-2041 to explore the topics we address.
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