The Oracle: Phi Mu Delta's Membership Manual

National Conclave serves as the supreme governing body of the fraternity. Delegations
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all active chapters, colonies and alumni associations gather every two years to select
from
two years. The strategic initiatives and policies created by the National Council are
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out by the Executive Director and staff at the National Office. The National Office is
carried
relationship between the National Fraternity, National Office, and individual chapters is
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of support and challenge. Chapters and members will be provided support and
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but ultimately chapters must meet their own obligations and goals. In some
resources,
the National Fraternity is obligated to step in and correct poor operations or
situations,
in the chapter. On rare occasions, the National Fraternity may take disciplinary
behaviors
when needed.
action,
collegiate membership dues support the daily operations of the National Fraternity. The
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cover the services to the chapters and colonies provided by the National Office and the
fees
WHAT DOES THE NATIONAL FRATERNITY DO?
National Council, pass legislation, establish membership fees and provide feedback.
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National Conclaves, the National Council is tasked with setting the goals for the
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with running the day to day operations of the fraternity. They handle all paperwork,
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database management and correspondence. In addition, the staff creates and
invoicing,
implements all National programs and educational resources.
WHAT DO MY NATIONAL FEES PAY FOR?
national programs, such as Conclave, Sapphire Leadership Institute, and Officers'
various
Academy.
Chapter & Alumni Services: 52%
Operations: 30%
Specific National Programs: 18%
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