Archive of: Risk Management
Kappa Alpha Order Joins Fraternities and Sororities to Prevent Sexual Assault
Published on: April 13, 2015
For immediate release: April 13, 2015 Contact: Jesse Lyons, Kappa Alpha Order, Assistant Executive Director for Advancement FRATERNITIES AND SORORITIES JOIN FORCES TO PREVENT SEXUAL ASSAULT Kappa Alpha Order and other interfraternal organizations are taking a stand against sexual assault with the development of a new educational program for college students. Recognizing that everyone plays a…
Summer Housing Checklist
Published on: April 8, 2015
By David Merrill At the conclusion of each spring semester, many fraternity houses are left empty as the brother’s travel back home. Due to the house being unoccupied, there are opportunities for faults to occur that may cause minor to major damage. In order to exhaust your efforts in protecting your chapter house, please click…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Regulation Updates Take Effect
Published on: February 13, 2015
The Executive Council amended and adopted the following regulations during their meetings held on July 24, 2014 in Charlotte, North Carolina and November 8, 2014 in Lexington, Virginia. Pursuant to Kappa Alpha Laws 5-121 these changes shall take effect February 22, 2015. R9-211. CHAPTER BYLAWS. Active Chapter bylaws shall include the following provisions, which provisions…
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…
5 Things to Remember in your First Few Months Being Back on Campus!
Published on: September 16, 2014
By David Merrill (Zeta Pi- Florida Gulf Coast University ’08) 1) The propensity to drink with brothers after a long summer away from each other. You’ve been gone from your chapter brothers for a few months now and everyone has just got back to campus. In doing so, the likelihood to consume alcoholic beverages with them…
Non Incautus Futuri: Preparing for the Fall Semester this Summer
Published on: August 8, 2014
By Greg Waterworth (Beta Kappa- Maryland ’10) One of the many lessons we can take away from our spiritual founder General Robert E. Lee, comes from his family crest. The Lee family crest is emblazoned with the Latin motto “Non Incautus Futuri,”or in English, be not unmindful of the future. Strong leaders are always making preparations for the…
