Archive of: Shield
Alternatives to Designated Driving Programs
Published on: August 24, 2016
By Tullis Beasley As we open up a busy Fall semester full of recruitment, game days, socials/mixers, and formals we need to get ahead of the curve when it comes to safe transportation of our members and guests. The top priority of every social event should be the safety and well-being of our members and…
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…
Tailgates and Homecoming
Published on: October 9, 2015
By Mason Tarpley It’s that time of year again where the leaves are falling, the air is getting cooler, and the glory that is college football is in full swing. With college football, also comes tailgating and game day parties, which can be a blast! When hosting tailgates, there a few things that you need…
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…
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…
Kappa Alpha Order’s Fall Sexual Assault Workshop
Published on: August 24, 2015
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 role in preventing sexual assault violence and creating a safer social culture, ten fraternities and sororities have adopted this program. To develop a comprehensive…
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…
Rest. Relaxation. Responsibility.
Published on: April 8, 2015
By Jeremy Duke In preparation for the summer there are numerous things weighing on one’s mind; e.g. are you prepared for finals, what’s the last social of the semester going to look like, and how will you make money. The last thing we tend to think about is how we will affect our chapter. Downplaying…
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…
