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Emory Chapter Update – Spring 2018

Published on: August 31, 2018

Epsilon Number I Connor Cione will be attending the Marine Corps’ Officer Candidates School this summer with the goal of commissioning as a Second Lieutenant after graduation. With the assistance and hard work of Associate Director for Chapter Development Carl Schumpert and current members, Epsilon inducted 31 new members in March. In its first official…

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Spring Time Awareness

Published on: March 9, 2016

Spring Break, St. Patrick’s Day, and Spring Formals are here! Make sure you and your brothers plan ahead. Adam Ritz is a nationally syndicated radio host and risk management consultant for a variety of fraternities and athletic teams. In the video below, he discusses the importance of forward thinking to events and having a plan with your…

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Why is Recruitment and New Member Education Alcohol-Free?

Published on: August 24, 2015

By Mason Tarpley Why is recruitment alcohol-free? I often get questions about why recruitment has to be alcohol-free, and instead of offering you the most obvious reason, which is that it is against the law for anyone under 21 years old to drink, I think it is important to discuss other reasons why your chapter…

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5 Things to Remember Coming Back to Campus

Published on: August 24, 2015

By Tullis Beasley Headed back to school after a long summer break can be very exciting. You will get to catch up with your brothers, make new friends, and be away from your parents once again. Make sure to consider the following: 1)      The propensity to drink with brothers after a long summer away from…

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Spring Social Dos and Don’ts

Published on: April 8, 2015

The academic year is starting to wind down and everyone is looking forward to summer and that last social event of the semester. While everyone is excited to celebrate a successful year and the graduation of their seniors, here are some important dos and don’ts to ensure your social event is not only fun, but…

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Delta Upsilon Convivium

Published on: March 30, 2015

On Saturday February 21, 2015 the Delta Upsilon chapter of Kappa Alpha Order celebrated its 40th Anniversary Convivium & the Sesquicentennial of the Order at the Teton Trek Lodge located within the Memphis Zoo. Upon arrival each guest received a 150th anniversary coin and lapel pin, a 40th anniversary koozie, and a Southern Proper tie…

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Spring Formals

Published on: February 16, 2015

by Tullis Beasley As chapters are gearing up for events this spring semester, here are a few tips to keep in mind when hosting social events. A successful event is one that is well planned out and organized, from the time and place, to the food that will be served at the event. Make sure that…

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Spring Break Reminders

Published on: February 16, 2015

by Blake Berkbuegler Spring break is right around the corner. While this is a great time to relax and take a break from school and studying, there are still several things to keep in mind. Many of our members will flock to the beaches or ski-slopes over spring break along with 1.5 million other people. There…

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Kappa Alpha Order Concerts

Published on: February 16, 2015

by David Merrill If your chapter is interested in hosting a special event or concert, please reference the section of the Kappa Alpha Order Risk Management Policy that address special events insurance: “Special events are defined as any event/function (1) where alcohol will be present, and the guest to member ration exceeds three-to-one; (2) involving athletic…

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Halloween

Published on: October 8, 2014

By Greg Waterworth (Beta Kappa- University of Maryland ’10) It is that time of the year when many of our chapters plan theme parties. Whether Halloween parties, or mixers, the themes that are chosen say a great deal about the sponsoring organizations. Choose poorly, and your chapter’s bad judgment could show up in the news…

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