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A lpha K appa P si Professional Business Fraternity, Inc. Omega Xi Chapter Florida A & M University. Shaping People, Shaping Business. Overview. History Pledge Requirements & Expectations Membership Benefits Hazing & Sexual Harassment Policies Question & Answer Period. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Omega Xi ChapterFlorida A & M University
Alpha Kappa
PsiProfessional Business
Fraternity, Inc.
Shaping People, Shaping Shaping People, Shaping BusinessBusiness
Overview
History
Pledge Requirements & Expectations
Membership Benefits
Hazing & Sexual Harassment Policies
Question & Answer Period
Alpha Kappa Psi History
First professional business fraternity
Founded: October 5, 1904
Incorporated: May 20, 1905
African-Americans & Women- August 7, 1976
Founding FathersFounding Fathers
Mission
Developing well trained, ethical, skilled, resourceful,
experienced business leaders.
VISION
Alpha Kappa Psi is recognized as the premier developer of
principled business leaders.
Expansion and Growth
Approved overseas expansion in 2000- 1st and only American Professional
Fraternity
300 collegiate chapters, 90 alumni chapters
235,000 Brothers in Fraternity today
Famous BrothersFamous Brothers
Former President Ronald Regan Former President Richard Nixon Ms. Paula Hawkins, Former Florida
Senator Mr. J.C. Penney Mr. Malcolm Forbes, Jr. (Forbes Magazine) Mr. Sam Walton (Wal-Mart) Mr. J.E. Lewis
Omega Xi ChapterOmega Xi Chapter
Chartered: January 14, 2006
44 Black Diamonds of the Great Depression
Ms. Bailey, Advisor
Chapter Mission:Chapter Mission:““To promote and uphold the To promote and uphold the
ideals of brotherhood, ideals of brotherhood, professionalism, and service professionalism, and service
among business minded among business minded students”students”
Alpha Kappa Psi-Shaping People, Shaping Business
““So you want to join Alpha So you want to join Alpha Kappa Psi?”Kappa Psi?”
Membership Requirements
Application Packet (due January 29th ): Formal application 3.0 grade point average minimum Resume 1 Brotherhood Recommendation 2 Letters of Recommendation
˗ 1 Faculty (On Official Letterhead) ˗ 1 Character Reference
1 Essay (250 words) ˗ Why do want to become a member of Alpha Kappa Psi?
Unofficial Transcript
Interviews˗ February 1-3 , 5-9 pm
MUST attend at least 1 RUSH Party˗ February 2 and February 3, 7-9 pm
Pledge Fee ˗ $270 in installments
Membership Requirements
Be committed!Be dedicated!Be on time!Be involved!
Be accountable!
Pledge Expectations
Pledge Expectations
Bond with fellow pledges.
Meet all financial obligations promptly.
Don’t give excuses!
Effective time management
“Join us now or work for us later”
Benefits of Membership
Membership Benefits
Experience Diversity Brotherhood Professional
Development Networking
Socialism + Professionalism
Growth Dedication Leadership Opportunities
Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity, Inc.Fraternity, Inc.
Hazing PolicyHazing Policy
AKPsi Hazing Policy
Hazing ActivitiesAny action taken or situation created,
intentionally or unintentionally, on or off fraternity premises, to produce physical or mental discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, ridicule or possibly cause
physical harm or injury
AKPsi Hazing Policy
Activities include but are not limited to: Late work sessions which interfere w/
scholastic activities Blindfolds Engaging in public stunts of buffoonery Morally degrading or humiliating activities Any activities not consistent w/ fraternity
law, ritual or policy, or any state, county, city and university laws or regulations
AKPsi Hazing Policy
Activities include but are not limited to: Use of alcohol Paddling Creation of excessive fatigue Physical/Psychological shocks Quests & Treasure/Scavenger Hunts Road trips Kidnapping Consumption of food, beverage or any other
substance except in the course of regular meals
AKPsi Hazing Policy
Mental Hazing includes but is not limited to:
No pre-initiation activities on day prior to Honor Court or Ritual Initiation that would cause physical or mental fatigue.
Activities shall be limited to those which attempt to increase knowledge of the Fraternity and professional intent.
AKPsi Hazing Policy
Responsible Officers
Chapter President
Vice President of Membership
Pledge Trainer (s)
FAMU FAMU Hazing PolicyHazing Policy
FAMU Hazing Policy
Hazing shall include, but not be limited to: Any brutality of a physical nature Forced consumption of food, liquor,
drugs or other substances Exposure to the elements Forced physical activities which would
adversely affect the health or safety of the individual
FAMU Hazing Policy
Hazing shall include, but not be limited to: Subjecting persons to extreme mental stress Forced exclusion from social contact Forced conduct which would be demeaning or
cause extreme embarrassment
FAMU Hazing PolicyPenalties: Imposition of fines Withholding grades, transcripts or
diplomas Probation, suspension, dismissal, or
expulsion of said person (s) or organization (s)
Sexual Harassment Policy
Sexual Harassment Policy
Prohibited activities include but are not limited to: Unwelcome sexual advances Requests for sexual favors Other sexually offensive verbal and/or physical
contact
Question and Answer Period
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JUST A REMINDER
Applications Due January 29 by 5pm (SBI W101)
Interviews˗ February 1-3 , 5-9 pm
MUST attend at least 1 RUSH Party˗ February 2 and February 3, 7-9 pm