2013 National Convention Program - Alpha Chi

11:15-12:00 p.m. Chapter-Strengthening Sessions
These sessions continue the emphasis on Alpha Chi on Campus from Friday’s sessions. Large delegations may
wish to make sure they send someone to each session for complete coverage. Recaps of the sessions will be
posted later on Alpha Chi’s website.
Applying for Scholarships/Fellowships at National, Regional, and Local Levels
This session will emphasize chapter programs nurturing student development after the
induction–focusing on the scholarship process. (2 sessions)
Led by Dr. Karl Havlak, sponsor, Angelo State University ................................................................... Kirkland
Led by Dr. Lori Mills, Milligan College, National Council Vice President ................................................. Calhoun
Becoming a National Council Member—Election and Duties
Students and sponsors will be introduced to the process of formal service at the
national level.
Led by Dr. David Jones, sponsor, Westminster College ................................................................. Branscomb
Communicating Alpha Chi on Your Campus and Recruiting New Members
After the invitation has been sent, what’s next? This session focuses on effective ways
to increase the visibility of AX on your campus and gain new members.
Led by Dr. Jeanne Tunks, sponsor, and Ms. Jacquie Cheun, University of North Texas ........................ McTyeire
Creating Worthwhile Chapter Activities
Looking for ideas for an academic program to hold on your campus next year? Need a new
service project? Led by Arkansas Iota, twice named the nation’s Outstanding Chapter, this
session will explore planning and conducting activities to enrich your campus and make
scholarship effective for good.
Led by Dr. Tim Lindblom, sponsor, Lyon College .................................................................................... Rand
Helping Chapter Members Apply to Graduate School—Programs that Work
Effective chapters nurture their members after induction. Learn the elements of programs
to foster academic success as members apply for graduate school. (2 sessions)
Led by Dr. Paul Michelson, sponsor, Huntington University ...................................................................... Neely
Led by Dr. Christine Pappas, sponsor, East Central University ............................................................. Sarratt
Motivating and Training Chapter Officers—Leadership Opportunities
This session is ideal for students and sponsors looking for proven methods for recruiting and
training next year’s student officers.
Led by Dr. Mikee Delony, sponsor, Abilene Christian University ................................................................ Gold
Planning and Implementing Excellent Chapter Meetings
A student leader from a campus that plans and offers effective chapter meetings will share
strategies your chapter can implement.
Led by Mr. Trey Edwards, member, University of Texas at San Antonio ................................................ Kissam
Raising Funds for Chapter Scholarships and Convention Attendance
Want to bring more students to the convention next year? Wish your chapter could offer
an AX scholarship to a local member? This session will show how one campus does it.
Led by Mrs. Syble Shellito, sponsor, Chowan University .................................................................... Platinum
Reviving and Growing Your Chapter
If your chapter is recovering from a slump or needs a growth spurt next year, this session will
offer practical tips to student and faculty leadership from a sponsor who recently revived a
dormant chapter.
Led by Dr. Ron Brown, sponsor, Texas State University-San Marcos ............................................. Carmichael
12:15 p.m. Closing Ceremonies—General Session IV ............................................................ Symphony Ballroom
The grand finale–this session will cap the convention with door prizes, announcement of national scholarship
recipients and presentation prize winners, and the presentation of the 2013 President’s Cup for Outstanding
Chapter of Alpha Chi.
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