Greek Life Annual Report

2015-2016

Campus Life Leadership……………………………..3

Meet the Staff………………………………………….4

Interfraternity Council………………………………....5

College Panhellenic Council………………………….6

National Pan-Hellenic Council………………………..7

Chapter Representation…………………………….8-9

Average Chapter Size………………………………..11

Greek Community Grades……………………….12-17

Advisor Retreat Summer 2015……………………...18

President’s Retreat Fall 2015………………………..19

Gamma Rho Chi Retreat…………………………….20

Council Retreat………………………………………..21

Move-In Magic………………………………………...22

Explore EMyoU………………………………………..23

CPC Sorority Recruitment…………………………....24

Table of Contents

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NPHC Intake………………………………………...25

NPHC Icebreaker…………………………………...26

New Member Institute……………………………....27

Greek Convocation………………………………….28

Make-A-Wish………………………………………...29

FASTforWARD…………………………………...30-31

President’s Retreat Winter 2015…………………...32

Catalyst…………………………………………....33-34

Greek Leadership Academy…………………….35-40

NPHC Retreat………………………………………...41

Greek Standards and Assessment Program…..42-45

AFLV………………………………………………..46-47

Service Challenge…………………………………….48

Philanthropic Dollars Raised………………………...49

Calvin Phillips - Associate Vice President of Student AffairsLucas Langdon - Director, Campus LifeCasey Krone - Coordinator, Greek Life, & Leadership

Campus Life Leadership

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Casey Krone - Coordinator Greek Life & LeadershipCasey Swick - Graduate Assistant, Greek Life & LeadershipAlex Bakhaus - Student Assistant, Greek LifeTaylor Stewart - Graphic Designer

Meet the Staff...

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President- Evan SchraubenExecutive Vice President- Emmanuel PierceVice President of Internal Affairs- Joshua FrankeVice President of External Affairs- Nate PyleVice President of Membership- Andrei IacobVice President of Scholarship- Nicholas HaywoodMember At Large- Chris Veldman

Interfraternity Council

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President- Alex BakhausExecutive Vice President- Bailee RaberVice President of Internal Affairs- Morgan ZiegelhoferVice President of External Affairs- Nicole HeppVice President of Membership- Harmoni Sargent-CopelandVice President of Scholarship-Tasha LonabargerMember At Large- Sam Mull

College Panhellenic Council

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President- Wen’Zell FranklinVP for Internal Affairs- Diamond BryantVP for Standards and Scholarship- Njeri KaranjaVP for Social and Civic Programming- Daryl Shahid

National Pan-Hellenic Council

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Interfraternity Council- Alpha Kappa Lambda- Alpha Sigma Phi- Delta Sigma Phi- Delta Tau Delta- Phi Sigma Kappa- Phi Sigma Phi- Sigma Nu- Tau Kappa Epsilon- Theta Chi (re-colonizing)

Chapter Representation

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College Panhellenic Council- Alpha Gamma Delta- Alpha Sigma Tau- Alpha Xi Delta- Delta Zeta- Sigma Delta Tau- Sigma Kappa- Sigma Nu Phi- Sigma Sigma Sigma

Chapter Representation Cont.

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National Pan-Hellenic Council- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.- Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.- Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.- Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.- Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Chapter Representation Cont.

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NPHC - 9CPC - 45.3IFC - 33.5

Average Chapter Size

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IFC Fall 15- Average GPA 2.77- Range from 2.50 - 3.09IFC Winter 16- Average GPA 2.75- Range from 2.43 - 3.05

Greek Community Grades

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NPHC Fall 15- Average GPA 2.35- Range from 1.82 - 2.99NPHC Winter 16- Average GPA 2.25- Range from 1.32 - 3.03

Greek Community Grades Cont.

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CPC Fall 15- Average GPA 3.26- Range from 3.01 - 3.52CPC Winter 16- Average GPA 3.2- Range from 2.78 - 3.43

Greek Community Grades Cont.

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Greek Community Grade Data

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Greek Community Grade Data Cont.

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Greek Community Grade Data Cont.

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Seven advisors representing six chapters and all three councils came together to discuss major themes in the Greek community, as well as receive updates about changes to the GSAP process. The retreat was held in the Student Center, and lunch was provided by catering to those in attendance.Date: 5/30/2015Cost: $345.15

Advisor Retreat Summer 2015

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13 chapter presidents from all 3 councils came together to represent their chapters and to prepare for the upcoming year. The first morning was spent at the UofM Challenge Program, where the presidents learned about their leadership styles and how to work together. Then the presidents returned to the EMU Student Center to learn how to be a culturally competent leader from the Program Coordinator of the LGBT Resource Center, Mary Larkin. During the Second day of the retreat the presidents worked together on case studies and creating their action plans for the year. The day concluded with each president committing to their action plan and to supporting one another throughout the year. In total, the presidents were provided with 5 meals.Date: 7/17/2015-7/18/2015Cost: $1,287.92

President’s Retreat Fall 2015

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Gamma Rho Chi’s are women who are chosen to assist potential new members through CPC’s formal recruitment process. During the retreat, they symbolically “disaffiliate” in order to remove bias toward their own chapter during the recruitment process and encourage parity and unity throughout the Panhellenic community. Participation: Women chosen from each of the CPC chapters.Date: 8/22/15Cost: $198.90

Gamma Rho Chi Retreat

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Thirteen council officers representing all three councils attended the annual council retreat which this year took place at the YMCA Storer Camp in Jackson, MI. The first day of the retreat was dedicated to bonding and getting to know one another. On the second day, the officers participated in a low ropes course facilitated by the camp staff. During the course they learned about effective communication, planning, and other valuable leadership skills. The weekend wrapped up with each of the officers coming up with a goal for the year and an action plan to achieve it. While at the camp the officers were provided with a total of five meals.Date: 7/26/2015-7/28/2015Cost: $683.01

Council Retreat

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All three councils and all active social fraternities and sororities participated in the annual Move-In Magic event. Move-In Magic takes place on the first day of First Four, and chapter members participate by assisting new students moving into the residence halls. The councils also hosted a parent tent where they passed out donuts and coffee for families, and provided information about sorority and fraternity recruitment to new students and parents.Date: 9/4/2015Cost: $52.26

Move-In Magic

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Explore EMyoUMembers from the IFC and CPC presented to four sessions’ worth of new students to inform them about the Greek community and how to join. The presidents and recruitment chairs from the IFC and CPC were present, and the Casey Krone and Campus Life staff shared information about the NPHC. New students were able to ask questions about time commitment, financial obligations, and hazing policies at EMU. Overall, evaluations completed by the attendees indicated that the event was successful, and many wrote that they hope to join a Greek organization.Date: 9/6/2015Cost: No Cost

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This year, over 250 women signed up for the recruitment process, held in the Student Center. This was EMU CPC’s second year with a fully structured recruitment process using Release Figure Methodology. Quota, or the number of invitations that each chapter could extend, was 15. This was three women per chapter higher than last year. After the process concluded, the council voted to place a membership cap of 50 women per chapter.Participation: All eight chapters in the College Panhellenic Council, chapter advisors, and headquarters volunteers. Date: 9/17/15- 9/20/15Cost: Council Sponsored Event

CPC Sorority Recruitment

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Three NPHC organizations participated in intake during the 2015-2016 school year:

Fall 2015:● Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. - 8 members

Winter 2016:● Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - 10 members● Iota Phi Theta Sorority, Inc. - 2 members

NPHC Intake

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Participation: Members of the NPHC came together to host an event for new students at EMU to celebrate the conclusion of their first week, interact with members of the NPHC, and enjoy a night of music and dancing. Only students at EMU were allowed to attend, and they were required to present a valid student ID at the door. Volunteers from across campus were present to track the number of attendees and monitor entrances and exits during the event. DPS was also present in order to assist with crowd control. In the end, 711 EMU students attended the event, making this the most successful Icebreaker that NPHC has hosted in five years.Date: 9/10/15Cost: $832.33

NPHC Icebreaker

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Participation: New members of the Interfraternity Council and the College Panhellenic Council attend the New Member Institute to learn about the Greek Community at Eastern Michigan University. NMI is an introduction to what it means to be a member of a Greek organization and includes values clarification exercises and conversations around risk management. The program lasts for two hours, and new members must sign up for one session. The sessions are led by two peer facilitators who are current members of the Greek Community.Date: 11/11/15 - 11/22/15Cost: Council Sponsored Event

New Member Institute

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Jess Ekstrom, a 24 year old CEO, gave a presentation about philanthropy entitled Inspire, Not Require. She shared her personal experiences with Head Bands of Hope and children with cancer and how her experiences led to an understanding of the purpose of philanthropy.Participation: Two hundred forty-seven members from all three councils attended.Date: 10/12/15Cost: $3,500

Greek Convocation

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IFC and CPC have partnered in order to raise money for Make-A-Wish throughout the year. This nonprofit organizations grants wishes to children with terminal illnesses. The two councils held lobby tables in the Student Center for the Macy’s letter writing campaign. People passing by could write a letter to Santa, and for every letter sent Macy’s donated a dollar. Additionally, Greek Week is dedicated to raising money for Make-A-Wish. The chapters participate in penny wars and receive Greek Week points for raising money online for the organization.Money Raised: Letters Written:

Make - A - Wish

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FASTforWARD (Fraternities and Sororities Together for Wellness and Responsible Decision Making) is a program designed to connect fraternity and sorority chapters to different resources on campus that promote health and wellness. While the Greek Life staff coordinates the program schedules, the program itself is built on the notion of peer education. Students have been selected through an application process to be trained as FASTforWARD peer facilitators. While most programs are student-led, some such as bystander intervention are facilitated by a professional staff member from campus. A total of 51 programs were requested and facilitated during the 2015-2016 school year.Cost: $902.53

FASTforWARD

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Available Programs:Greek Alcohol Safety Seminar 1 & 2 - Kathy Walz and Michelle PaulHow to Help a Friend - Melissa RosenblumPolicies Affecting You - Peer FacilitatorsAcademic Wellness - Peer FacilitatorsFinancial Wellness - Peer FacilitatorsHow much can you trust your decision making? - Peer FacilitatorsSexual Assault Survivor and Ally Training - Ellen CollierPersonal Safety - Officer Candace DorseyEMU Speak Up! Active Bystander Training - Melissa RosenblumLGBT Conversations - Mary LarkinThe SAFE Campaign - Mary LarkinIdentity Inclusion in my Organization - Mary Larkin

FASTforWARD Cont.

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Participation: Chapter presidents from all three councils are invited to a day long retreat. At this retreat we go over all of the essential information needed to run a chapter effectively and how to utilize the Greek Life Office and their respective councils as a resource. We cover many topics including, but not limited to, university and council policies, how to complete the Greek Standards and Assessment Program criteria, goal setting for the year, and basic chapter operations.Date: 1/9/2016Cost: $343.55

President’s Retreat Winter 2015

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Participation: 91 students from all three councils attended the event. We had 116 pre-register for the event.Date: 2/13/2016Cost: $544.90

Catalyst is a day long event with four sessions that students can select to go to and learn about a wide breadth of topics. This year we asked faculty, staff, alumni, and students to present 12 different educational programs.

Catalyst

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Educational sessions featured at Catalyst:● How to Help a Friend – Jillian and Monica● Leading Intentionally – Cheyenne Luzynski● GSAP 10.0 – Casey Krone● Life After College: Transition into Your Career – Anna Lazarenko● Racial Awareness Training - Dar Mayweather● FASTforWARD – Casey Swick● StrengthsQuest – April Calkovsky● National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Informational – Karen Thompson● Title IX – Melody Werner● Social Policy Conference - Manny Pierce and Bailee Raber● LinkedIn – April Calkovsky● MythBusters: CPC Sorority Recruitment - Harmoni Sargent-Copeland

Catalyst Cont.

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Student from all three councils attended the annual Greek Leadership Academy. This year we had 31 CPC members, 15 NPHC members, and 9 IFC members attend. The weekend was spent networking with other community members, learning about leadership styles, and identifying problems and action planning for the future of the Greek community, individual councils, and individual chapters.Participation: 55 Students, 14 facilitators, and 1 student staff memberDate: 11/6/2015-11/8/2015Cost: $14,733.08

Greek Leadership Academy

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The facilitators arrived at the YMCA Sherman Lake, Outdoor Center in the early afternoon to go over curriculum. Once the students arrived they found their cabins and had large group to welcome everyone. The students participated in large group discussions, as well as small group discussions. This evening students focused on themselves with activities like “Understanding Me,” “Crossing The Line,” and “Watershed Moments.”

GLA: Friday

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Students focused was on group dynamics and working with others. The students participated in team builders to better work together. As a large group the students argued in “The Great Greek Debate” to determine whether or not EMU Greek Life is valuable and should continue to exist. The objective was to get the students to focus on the changes they need to make to improve EMU’s Greek Life, and ensure that it is a valuable investment for the campus and its members. Additionally, the students participated in roundtable discussions regarding hot button topics.

GLA: Saturday

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The students broke into their small groups and created a “SMART” goal for the EMU Greek community, their council, or their individual chapter. The students displayed their goals around the room and walked around the room to read and leave feedback for their peers to use when working toward their goal. This day focused on forward thinking and supporting one another in the journey to growing EMU Greek Life.

GLA: Sunday

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GLA facilitators

Lead Facilitators:Casey KroneMary Larkin

Professional:Casey SwickJamie LinnKaren ThompsonDavid MongeAmber MorneauMatt Jones

Student Facilitators:Wen’Zell FranklinLucas McCauleyEvan SchraubenDaivon TaylorGaby KwaltonConnor Rivera

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Questions from Surveys:Strongly Agree (1) - Strongly Disagree (5)

I am able to articulate a working definition for the term “leadership.” 2.23 1.57

I believe that I am equipped to create positive change in the EMU fraternity/sorority community. 2.12 1.42

My ability to work with people different from me is fundamentally important to my leadership. 2.12 1.42

I have confidence in my ability to create a vision or ideal future for my chapter/ community. 2.31 1.54

I am confident in my ability to develop a comprehensive action plan for my chapter/ community. 2.38 1.42

Greek Leadership Academy Assessment Data

Pre-Survey Average

Post-Survey Average

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Members from NPHC chapters attended a leadership retreat specifically tailored for NPHC members. The retreat was facilitated by the Harbor Institute, a national organization that provides speakers, conferences, and consultation for culturally-based fraternal organizations.Cost: $4,757.74

NPHC Retreat

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GSAP is an opportunity for chapters to meet with Greek and non-Greek affiliated evaluators to assess the ways in which each chapter incorporates the five value areas of EMU Greek Life (Integration of Purpose, Intellectual Development, Positive Relationship, Civic Engagement, and Leadership Development). After the interviews, the chapters receive scores on a scale of 1-5, along with detailed feedback on how to improve their organizations in the future. This year 10 organizations were recognized as Chapters of Excellence at this year’s Greek Awards Ceremony. Participation: 35 evaluators (faculty, staff, alumni), 23 chapters (7 IFC, 8 CPC, 7 NPHC)Cost: No Cost

Greek Standards and Assessment Program

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IFC Scores

Greek Standards and Assessment Program Cont.

Civic Engagement

Intellectual Development

Integration of Purpose

Leadership Development

Positive Relationships No Shows

AKL 3.125 1.75 2.625 2.75 0.875 1ASP 0 0 0 0.75 0 9DSP 4.75 4.8875 3.875 4.625 3.875 0DTD 4.25 4.25 4.875 4.75 4.875 0PSK 1.75 1.75 0 1.75 1.5 6PSP 4.25 2.75 3.625 4 3.625 0SN 4.375 4.25 4.75 5 4.25 0TKE 4.125 4.5 3 3.75 4 0

3.328125 3.0171875 2.84375 3.421875 2.875 16

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CPC Scores

Greek Standards and Assessment Program Cont.

Civic Engagement

Intellectual Development

Integration of Purpose

Leadership Development

Positive Relationships No Shows

AGD 3 4.125 4 4.375 4 0AST 4.75 3.75 5 5 3.875 0AXD 3.5 4.5 5 4.5 4.5 0DZ 3.5 4.625 4.125 4.125 4.875 0SDT 4.75 4.375 3.5 5 4.375 0SK 4 4.625 5 4 4.75 0SNP 4 2.875 4.625 4.625 4 0SSS 4.625 4.625 5 4.5 4.75 0

4.015625 4.1875 4.53125 4.515625 4.390625 0

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NPHC Scores

Greek Standards and Assessment Program Cont.

Civic Engagement

Intellectual Development

Integration of Purpose

Leadership Development

Positive Relationships No Shows

AKA 2.5 4 3.25 4 4.75 0APA 0 0.5 0 0 0 4SGR 3 5 0 3.5 5 1OPP 0 0 0 0 0 5KAP 4.5 3.75 4 4 2.25 0PBS 5 5 4 4 0 1IPT 1 0.75 0 2.25 3.5 1DST 2.5 2.5 3 3 4.75 0

2.3125 2.6875 1.78125 2.59375 2.53125 12

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Representatives from all three councils attended the AFLV Central 2016 Conference in Indianapolis, IN. This was the first year that all three councils submitted a complete application for the AFLV Awards and Assessment portion of the conference. NPHC took home awards for 5 of 8 categories and took first in their division. CPC was recognized in 7 of 8 categories and received second place in their division. IFC received recognition in 5 of 8 categories, the most they had ever received. Additionally, president of CPC, Alex Bakhaus, and Greek Life Coordinator, Casey Krone, presented on Inclusion in Greek Letter Organizations, and took home second place in the Order of Omega Case Study Competition.Participation: 2 NPHC Members, 3 IFC Members, and 5 CPC MembersDate: 2/4/2016-2/7/2016Cost: $8,235.65

Association of Fraternal Values and Leadership Conference (AFLV)

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AFLV Cont.

IFIFC CPCCPC NPHC

● Academic Achievement

● Council Management● Leadership and

Educational Development

● Risk Management and Reduction

● Self Governance and Judicial Affairs

● Academic Achievement

● Council Management● Risk Management and

Reduction● Self Governance and

Judicial Affairs● Membership

Recruitment● Public Relations● Philanthropy and

Community Service

● Academic Achievement

● Council Management● Philanthropy and

Community Service● Risk Reduction and

Management● Self Governance and

Judicial Affairs

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Every year, Greek Life at EMU is challenged by the Provost to complete 365 full days of service. This means that together, the community needed to complete 8,760 hours of service. Together they completed over 13,000 hours of service.

CPC - 4,975.75 hoursIFC - 8,212.25 hoursNPHC - 236.3 hours Total of 13,424.3 hours

Service Challenge

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All chapters are asked to submit the number of philanthropic dollars that they have raised over the year for various organizations and causes. The reported totals are:

CPC - $28,555.53IFC - $14,570.30NPHC - No philanthropic dollars reported

Total Philanthropic Dollars Raised by Chapters - $43,125.83

Philanthropic Dollars Raised

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