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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