Studied by 78 peopleWhen and where was the fraternity founded?
October 5, 1904 at New York University
When was the local chapter founded?
February 7, 1998
Where (state) and on what date was the fraternity incorporated?
New York, May 20, 1905
What is the term used to refer to the four founding fathers?
Brooklyn Four
Who are the ten men credited as the founders of the fraternity?
George L. Bergen 2) Irving L. Camp 3) Robert S. Douglas 4) Daniel V. Duff 5) Howard M. Jefferson 6) Nathan Lane, Jr. 7) Frederic R. Leach 8) Morris S. Rachmil 9) William O. Tremaine 10) Herbert M. Wright
How/When were women were granted membership?
By vote of the Board of Directors on August 7, 1976
What is the fraternity's flower?
Yellow rose
Where is the fraternity now incorporated and when was this approved?
Indiana, 1997
What are the fraternity's colors?
Navy blue and gold
What is the minimum length of the pledge program?
Five weeks
What is the address of the Heritage Center?
7801 E. 88th Street, Indianapolis IN 46256
What is the telephone number of the Heritage Center?
(317) 872-1553
What is Alpha Kappa Psi Vision Statement?
Alpha Kappa Psi is recognized as the premier developer of principled business leaders.
What are the Alpha Kappa Psi core values?
Brotherhood, Knowledge, Integrity, Service, Unity
What are the Alpha Kappa Psi guiding principles?
Building brotherhood, lifelong learning, high ethical standards, improving communities, enhancing the Fraternity for life
What are the objectives of Alpha Kappa Psi?
To further the individual welfare of its members;
To foster scientific research in the fields of commerce, accounts and finance;
To educate the public to appreciate and demand higher ideals therein; and
To promote and advance in institutions of college rank, courses leading to degrees in business administration.
What constitutes a quorum at a meeting?
50% + 1
A motion must pass with _____ of the votes?
Majority
At any time, a voter may request what in order to understand the matter at hand?
"Point of information"
During each school year how many initiations is your chapter required to hold?
Two per year
How many meetings or required events can a student member miss unexcused per quarter/ semester before they are subject to suspension from the chapter?
Two per quarter or three per semester
What must a motion receive in order to be voted on?
A second
What is the minimum number of meetings during the academic year that must be held?
Two per month
What are the main objects of the fraternity's coat of arms?
Coin bag, pair of balances, Phoenician Galley, four link chain
What is the Alpha Kappa Psi Tag-line?
Alpha Kappa Psi - Shaping People, Shaping Business
Who is the - Chairman of the Board of Directors Chief Executive Officer/ Executive Director? Fraternity President? Executive Vice President?
Micheal E. Dickson Steve Hartman Corey Reddy De'Sean Keys
How often are Conventions held?
Every two years
What are two purposes of the Convention?
a. To hold the Chapter Congress b. To host the College of Leadership
What are the main responsibilities of the fraternity's Chapter Congress?
a. To consider and vote on amendments to the Constitution and Statutory Code b. Sets the fees for student members c. Elects the Fraternity officers and the Board of Directors
What is the fraternity's anthem?
The Anthem of Alpha Kappa Psi Tune: Auld Lang Syne
(1) Should old acquaintance be forgot, And Alpha Kappa Psi? Shall we pass slowly out of view Without Regret or sigh?
Chorus For Alpha Kappa Psi, my friend, for Alpha Kappa Psi We'll bless the days that we have spent In Alpha Kappa Psi
(2) We'll work with might and main to win Our meed of daily praise, But ne'er shall we in after years Forget fraternal days.
Chorus
What is the creed of Alpha Kappa Psi?
Alpha Kappa Psi recognizes that We live in deeds, not years; In thought, not breath; In service, not in figures on the dial.
We count time by heart throbs, When they beat for God, for man, for duty. He lives most who thinks most, Is noblest, acts the best.
What is our area and regions associated with it? (Circle our region)
Area I: Central Pacific, Desert Southwest, Northern Rio Grande, Pacific Northwest
What are two responsibilities of the fraternity's Board of Directors and how many members are there?
Nine; c. Approve the Fraternity budget d. Approve the annual goals of the Fraternity
What are the main responsibilities of the fraternity's Management Team?
a. Oversees operations of chapters b. Manages alumni volunteers
What are two responsibilities of the Heritage Center Staff?
m. Prepares reports for Fraternity meetings; n. Conducts public relations for the Fraternity;
What are two things the fraternity's hazing policy prohibits?
a. No chapter shall conduct hazing activities. c. At no time during pledge education is there to be verbal abuse of an individual, including shouting, screaming, and the use of profanity.
What are things the fraternity's alcohol policy prohibits?
a. No alcoholic beverages may be purchased using chapter, pledge class or fraternity funds; including slush funds b. No alcohol shall be present at any pledge program. c. No "drinking games" shall be permitted. d. No member or pledge shall purchase alcohol for a minor. e. The possession, sale, or use of illegal drugs or controlled substances is prohibited.
What are two things the fraternity's harassment policy prohibits?
A. Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other sexually offensive verbal or physical contact will not be condoned or permitted, and may in fact be in violation of state and/or federal law. b. The Fraternity will not tolerate or condone any form of sexually abusive behavior on the part of its members, whether physical, mental, or emotional.
What is the fourth risk management policy not mentioned above and what does it prohibit?
Electronic Images: posting or distribution of any photos, videos, etc. that show policy violations or can put the fraternity in a bad light
What are the governing documents of the fraternity?
Constitution and Statutory Code, Board of Directors Statements of Policy
What is the Greek name of local chapter?
Pi Rho
In what region does the local chapter belong?
Southwest Region
What is the regional director's name?
Shane Wakerling
Name these ten chapters in the region. (Greek name and University affiliation)
California State University, Fresno - Gamma Lambda Chapter Hong Kong University of Science and Technology - Chi Phi Chapter San Francisco State University - Psi Kappa Chapter San Jose State University - Omega Phi Chapter Santa Clara University - Psi Omega Chapter Stanford University - Pi Tau Chapter University of California, Berkeley - Alpha Beta Chapter University of California, Davis - Upsilon Psi Chapter University of California, Merced - Psi Upsilon Chapter University of Nevada, Reno - Psi Phi Chapter
What is the faculty advisor's name
James Burleson
What is the function of the Executive Board?
They serve as the officers that govern the Pi Rho chapter.
Who are the members of the Executive Board?
President: Jade Cabebe, Executive VP: Ryan Innamorati, VP Membership: Philip Liu, VP Alumni Relations: Steven Yu, VP Finance: Cameron Chow, VP Communications: Sarah Cao, Master of Rituals: Mansi Jain, VP Marketing: Patrice Cheung & Heather Phan
What is the purpose of the ACR?
Annual Chapter Report is the chapter's planning tool, performance measurement tool, and recognition program. It includes the basic expectations of chapter operations. It can also be used to compare the depth and quality of a chapter's programming to prior years or to similar chapters.
What is PBLI?
Principled Business Leadership Institute 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.
When is PBLI held (Month/ frequency)
Yearly, in February
What is the fraternity's initiation fee and what does it cover?
$65 - provides for a recognition pin, member certificate, a subscription to The Diary, as well as other services and benefits.
What is the fraternity's Pledge Fee and what does it cover?
$48 - provides for the pledge manual and the fraternal examination.
What are the fraternity's membership dues, what does it cover and when are they due?
$60/ semester - subscription to The Diary, some expenses related to regional and fraternity conferences, general administration of the fraternity, and various services rendered to members and chapters.
What are the local Chapter dues?
$130/ quarter
What is the fraternity's meeting opening question & response?
Q) For what purpose are we gathered? A) To deliberate, to receive counsel and advice and to study the teachings of our Fraternity so that we may become better leaders.
What is the Fraternity's website?
www.akpsi.org
When was the Alpha Kappa Psi Foundation formed?
1951
What is the foundation's IRS designation?
501(c)(3)
What is the mission of the foundation?
Providing resources to enhance the educational experience of future business leaders.
What are three programs sponsored by the foundation?
The Academy, All-AKPsi Academic Team, Case Competition
What is the purpose of the Academy?
To make even the best of Alpha Kappa Psi more impactful, value based leaders.
What is the symbol of Alpha Kappa Psi alumni and what does this symbol represent?
Blue Sapphire, alumni objectives
How many members are on the Foundation Board of Directors?
Nine
What do the letters of the acronym B.L.U.E. represent?
Brotherhood, Leadership, Unity, Education
What is the name the annual giving program for student members and what is the yearly minimum contribution'?
Yellow Rose Society, $10
List five of the duties of members of Alpha Kappa Psi.
d) Assist other members in their tasks. e) Cooperate with the President and the other officers. f) Make every effort to maintain at least a "B" average. g) Continue in school, support the chapter and secure a degree. h) Prepare for professional and business success.
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