CHAPTER ADVISORS' TRAINING CLUSTER
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2. A close working relationship between the advisor and the chapter is necessary. Such a relationship provides an opportunity for the advisor to serve as a unique combination of leader, counselor, and friend. 3. The Advisor should strive con- tinually to help the chapter become as self-sufficient as possible. 4. The Advisor should be as in- terested in the members as individuals, as he is in their collective welfare as a group. Aligned with the aforementioned premises, these gentlemen have proven to have a complete understanding of the governing structure of the Grand Chapter and are keenly aware of higher education institutions’ regulations and policies that undergraduate chapters are required to follow. Among other duties and responsibili- ties as outlined in the Advisor’s Manual, these gentlemen must: ♦ attend executive board of directors and regular chapter meetings; ♦ coordinate an officer transition retreat; ♦ address each new member with new member’s education; ♦ attend social events sponsored by the chapter; ♦ get to know all of the chapter mem-
bers; ♦ advise the officers on their duties and responsibilities; ♦ promote good scholarship among the members; ♦ encourage undergraduate chapter participation in campus activities; ♦ supervise Pre and Post MTA ac- tivities and participate in the Initiation Ceremonies; ♦ participate in sponsored community service projects; and ♦ attend mandatory meetings such as CRWLC, Clusters, Undergraduate Summit, Council Meetings, Retreats, etc. In keeping with the Fraternity’s com- mitment to ensure that members of the Chapter Advisors’ Training Cluster are equipped with the tools, knowledge, up-to-date information surrounding risk management, fraternal operations, and functions, members of the train- ing cluster were well represented at the 2018 Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors (AFA) Annual Meeting, which was held in Indianapolis, Indiana from Wednesday, November 28 through Sun- day, December 2, 2018. During the Above, left: Dr. Michael J. Sorrell, Jr. gives the Keynote Address during the 2018 AFA Annual Meeting Opening Session. Brother Bashari James wins the 2018 AFA Variety Show. Photos
These gentlemen stand tall among those imaginative and innovative lead- ers who are challenged by obstacles but always find a way for their programs and activities to succeed. Hence, as Province Advisor Chairmen, these gentlemen play a major role in provid- ing the stability and continuity that are so vital to the success of undergraduate chapters and the academic, physical, and emotional well-being of chapter members. Equally, they serve as a re- lentless source of information, advice, and guidance for the members of the chapters for which they are required to protect and serve. Likewise, they are responsible for ensuring compliance with all university policies governing students and Greek lettered organiza- tions, the Constitution & Statues, and all other regulations of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. The Chapter Advisors Training Clus- ter, in addition to other responsibilities, take seriously the following four prem- ises, which serve as the basic concept of their roles: The role is not static but dynamic. The advisor must continu- ally adapt his activities to fit the ever- changing situation of the chapter. 1.
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