Exam Flashcards
-structure of the fraternity and its governing bodies
-includes definition of membership and the rights contained therein
Constitution
-outlines specific chapter structures, discipline and financial policies.
Statutory Code
-Changes to the Constitution and Statutory Code can only be made at where and how many vote?
at the Chapter Congress meeting and must be approved by a 3/4th and majority vote respectively.
-outlines policies as set by the Fraternity Board of Directors.
-detailed fraternity and chapter financial policies, chapter minimum standards, detailed discipline, conduct policies, communication policies, chapter attendance at events and member attendance
The Board of Directors’ Statement of Policy
-contains all necessary rituals for student and alumni chapters
-is never to be added to or deleted from and all its rituals should be presented in their entirety.
The Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi
-reflect local chapter operation
-must incorporate policies from the Constitution and Statutory Code, the Board of Directors’ Statement of Policy and The Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi.
chapter bylaws
How the changes of chapter bylaws work?
Changes to the chapter bylaws must lie on the table for at least a week and an affirmative 2/3rd vote of the chapter is required.
Any changes to the bylaws, as directed by changes in the Constitution and Statutory Code, Board of Directors’ Statement of Policy and The Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi, are to be automatically reflected in the chapter bylaws; no vote required.
Alpha Kappa Psi’s Founding Date and Location
October 5, 1904 at New York University.
Alpha Kappa Psi’s Incorporation Date and Location
May 20, 1905 in New York.
First International expansion into Canada
April 18, 1931,
Membership opened to people of color and religions
September 8, 1950
Alpha Kappa Psi Foundation Founding Year
1951
Membership opened to women
August 7, 1976.
First Expansion into Europe
2001
First Expansion into Asia
May 18, 2013
Alpha Kappa Psi Foundation Mission Statement
The mission of the foundation is providing resources for enhancing the educational experience of future business leaders.
Alpha Kappa Psi’s tagline
Shaping People, Shaping Business
Alpha Kappa Psi vision
Alpha Kappa Psi is recognized as the premier developer of principled business leaders
Ten Founding Fathers
(Brooklyn Four)
Howard M. Jefferson*
* Frederick R. Leach*
* George L. Bergen*
* Nathan Lane Jr. *
* William O. Tremaine
* Robert S. Douglas
* Morris S. Rachmil
* Irving L. Camp
* Daniel V. Duff
* Herbert M. Wright
The Objects of Alpha Kappa Psi:
1) To promote and advance in institutions of college rank, courses leading to degrees in business administration.
2) To foster scientific research in the fields of commerce, accounts and finance.
3) To further the individual welfare of its members.
4) To educate the public to appreciate and demand higher ideals therein.
Alpha Kappa Psi Core Values
Brotherhood – Trust, respect, cooperation, companionship, and aid to Brother Members is the expected norm.
Knowledge – Education and experience, whether gained in the classroom or the workplace, is emphasized and shared.
Integrity – All actions, whether in business or in life, are guided by honesty, ethics, and fairness.
Service – Sharing of time, talent, and treasure with both communities and our Fraternity is a priority
Unity – A common understanding of our vision and values that transcends chapter, generation, and profession is utilized to anticipate and create the future
Coat of Arms
-a coin bag, Phoenician galley, chain of four links and a pair of balances.
-was designed in 1930
Logo
-first created in 2001
-was updated in 2017
-promoting the fraternity to a corporate or non-fraternal audience,
Seal
seal is used to attest charters, membership certificates and awards issued by the fraternity.
Flag
-features the Greek letters in gold on a middle panel of navy blue, with panels of gold on each side
-Navy and gold are the fraternity’s official colors.
Jewel
-blue sapphire
-symbol of our alumni objectives
Flower
-yellow rose
-symbolizes joy and happiness
-stand for friendship
Alpha Kappa Psi Websites
-akpsi.org
-myakpsi.org
-akpsifoundation.org
Fraternal pledge induction fee
$48.00
Fraternal initiation fee
$84.00 and covers the costs of a Membership card and Certificate, student subscription to the Diary, a copy of Connections: Alpha Kappa Psi’s Resource Guide to Principled Business Leadership, and member pin.
Fraternal portion of student member dues
$60 per academic term, are payable to the Fraternity Staff on October 15 and February 15.
Regions of Alpha Kappa Psi:
-four areas, and sixteen total regions.
-is managed by a Regional Director, who is part of the Management Team.
-composed of voting delegates from each student and alumni chapter in good standing
-to consider and vote on amendments to the Constitution and Statutory Code.
-also elects the president and the executive vice president, and enacts legislation.
-sets the fees for student members and elects the board of directors.
Chapter Congress
All the changes that need to be discussed during the chapter congress hold every how many years?
How about the election of the board of directors?
Chapter Congress meeting held at the Convention every two years, with the exception of the election of the board of directors which takes place annually through a mail ballot to all chapter delegates.
-composed of nine alumni members elected by the Chapter Congress for terms of three years
-elects its officers who are the chairman, vice chairman, treasurer and secretary.
-to set policies and procedures that will guide the fraternity into the future.
-with approving the fraternity budget, setting annual goals of the fraternity, overseeing the performance of the CEO
The Fraternity Board of Directors
-composed of the fraternity president, executive vice president, four area vice presidents and 16 regional directors
-is charged with the responsibility of servicing the chapters of the fraternity within the guidelines of policies and procedures set forth by the board of directors
-manages a vast number of fraternity alumni volunteers, such as regional managers, section directors and chapter advisors.
-presides over meetings of the Chapter Congress and appoints operational committees.
The Management Team
-comprised of nine members. It is charged with the responsibility of setting polices, fundraising goals and plans, an operational budget, and the overall vision of the foundation.
-oversees day-to-day activities
-funds the Academy, All-AKPsi Academic Team, Case Competition and numerous scholarships
The Foundation Board of Directors
-are the only paid employees of the fraternity.
-is charged with the day-to-day operations of the fraternity and foundation, supervision of the staff, meeting goals and objectives and ensuring the financial integrity of the organizations through budgets approved by the boards.
-leading the organizations, overseeing the fraternity’s Management Team and providing the boards with the information they need to do their job.
The Fraternity Staff
Chief Executive Officer
Steve Hartman
Chairman of the Fraternity Board of Directors
Eileen Howell
Chairman of the Foundation Board of Directors
Tim Daniels
Fraternity President
Thomas Tran
Fraternity Executive Vice President
Heather Robinette
-this leadership institute is based on the contemporary concepts contained in the business best seller
The Leadership Challenge
-A limited number of participants ensure the experience will be highly personal and members will build a strong network with other Alpha Kappa Psi participants from around the world.
The Academy
-recognizes students who maintain excellence in academic standing while making positive contributions to their campus and community.
-eight outstanding individuals receive the Top Scholar award and are recognized with educational grants.
All- AKPsi Academic Team
teams compete and the top three teams are awarded scholarships.
Case Competition
-provides students advanced professional and leadership skills.
-focusing on team and chapter leadership, effective recruitment strategies, fundraising and conduct, equip students with the tools needed to lead successful chapters and encourage personal growth
College of Leadership
-consists of two main parts—the Chapter Congress and the College of Leadership.
-Chapter Congress is made up of one delegate from each student and alumni chapter in good standing.
-Convention include the Celebration of Brotherhood, awards luncheons, and Grand Banquet
Convention
is held each year so advisors who want to gain education on the “bigger picture” of working with successful chapters, maintaining a healthy Chapter Advisory Board, and being the best resource to the fraternity and the chapter
Fraternity Advisors Conference
-to provide chapter presidents with in-depth learning focused on self-awareness, understanding vision, and how to be a coach to those you are leading.
President’s Academy
-offers students a weekend focusing on professional skill building at the individual level, while allowing for the opportunity to network with other chapters and business professionals. Attendees participate
Principled Business Leadership Institute
With a minimum annual contribution of $10, students can join the Yellow Rose Society and receive a monogram AKPsi lapel pin, a ribbon at events and special recognition in The Diary of Alpha Kappa Psi.
Yellow Rose Society
