RECORDER ALPHA CHI Minutes, Proceedings & Reports 2017

Table of Contents

National Council & Regional Officers ...... 3 National Convention Minutes ...... 4 National Council Meeting Minutes...... 7 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes ...... 13 Award Recipients & Donor Honor Roll Scholarship & Fellowship Nominees ...... 15 Star Chapter Award Recipients ...... 18 Donor Honor Roll ...... 19 Region I Report ...... 19 Region II Report ...... 21 Region III Report ...... 23 Region IV Report ...... 24 Region V Report ...... 25 Region VI Report ...... 27 Region VII Report...... 29

Appendices A) Audited Alpha Chi 2016 Financial Statement B) 2017 National Convention Program C) 2017 National Convention Delegates D) Chapter Sponsors by Institution

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Alpha Chi, national college honor society for undergraduate juniors, seniors, and graduate students in all academic disciplines, is chartered as a non-profit organization by the state of Texas, and the name and emblem of the Society are registered in the U.S. Patent Office.

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Dr. Trisha Yarbrough Executive Director / Editor of Publications

Lara Q. Noah Director of Operations 1210 E. Race Avenue Searcy, Arkansas 72143-4656

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2 National Council

2017-21 At-Large Faculty Members Bonita Cade, Roger Williams University (VI) David Jones, Westminster College, Missouri (IV) Agashi Nwogbaga, Wesley College (VI) Kathi Vosevich, (III)

2015-19 At-Large Faculty Members Tonia Compton, Columbia College (IV) June Hobbs, Gardner-Webb University (III) Lori Mills, Milligan College (III) William Potter, Hawai‘i Pacific University (VII)

Regional Secretary-Treasurers Region I Karl Havlak, Angelo State University Region II Suzanne Pundt, University of Texas at Tyler Region III Robert Mahan, Milligan College Region IV Teddi Deka, Missouri Western State University Region V Craig Rogers, Campbellsville University Region VI Kenneth LaSota, Robert Morris University Region VII Jacquelyn Kegley, California State University, Bakersfield

Regional Student-Representatives, 2017-19 Region I Ana Yanes-Garcia, Texas State University Region III Kayla Avery Zuniga, Shorter University Region V Elliot Collins, West Region VII Zach Merhavy, Grand Canyon University

Regional Student-Representatives, 2016-18 Region II Jace Bradshaw, Ouachita Baptist University Region IV Ethan Veit, Columbia College Region VI Robert Carpenter, Thiel College

National Council Executive Committee David Jones, Westminster College, President Bill Clemente, Peru State College, Vice President Lori Mills, Milligan College, Secretary Trisha Yarbrough, Executive Director (ex-officio)

Regional Presidents & Vice Presidents, 2016-18

Region I President: Jodi Pilgrim, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Vice President: Paula Williamson, Texas State University Region II President: Lori Hensley, Ouachita Baptist University Vice President: Carol Strong, University of Arkansas at Monticello Region III President: John McLaughlin, Freed-Hardeman University Vice President: Kathi Vosevich, Shorter University Region IV President: Jessica Henry, Hastings College Vice President: Michael Collins, William Penn University Region V President: Blake Janutolo, Anderson University, Indiana Vice President: Ruth Nalliah, Huntington University Region VI President: Agashi Nwogbaga, Wesley College Vice President: Shireen Rahman, University of New England Region VII President: Marshall Johnston, Fresno Pacific University Vice President: Breanna Naegeli, Grand Canyon University

3 National Convention Minutes

1. The National Convention of Alpha Chi met April 6-8, 2017, at the Galt House Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky, with the theme of Transcending Boundaries. Chapter delegations began checking in starting at 3 p.m., Thursday, April 6. A convention kickoff session for student delegates was held at 6:15 p.m. At this session, the National Council’s student representatives from the regions welcomed student delegates to Louisville and to the convention and facilitated icebreaker activities. A chapter sponsor reception began at 5:30 p.m., at which sponsors mingled with colleagues and national office staff. This was followed at 6 p.m., with a meeting for presentation judges and moderators. During this meeting, Director of Operations Lara Noah reviewed presentation moderating and judging duties and recruited additional moderators and judges, since many sponsors who had planned to fulfill these duties were delayed by inclement weather on their journey to the convention. A total of 80 chapters and 400 attendees were eventually accounted for. 2. The first main event of this convention was a research and creativity poster forum, which was held in the Fountain Room, 7-9 p.m. Delegates perused the posters while enjoying a dinner of savory hors d’oeuvres and miniature desserts. Academic posters in multiple fields, original visual art presentations, and collaborative project posters were on display. Immediately following the forum, a room was reserved for alumni and graduate student members for introductions and networking. 3. Activities for Friday, April 7, began with an optional yoga session at 7 a.m., led by a chapter sponsor volunteer, Dr. Graziana Ramsden of Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. At 8 a.m., the second session of student presentations (9 concurrent sessions of three or four papers each) was held. Following this session, regional meetings were held from 9:15-10 a.m. These meetings provided opportunities for networking among delegates from the same regions. At odd-numbered regional meetings (Regions I, III, V, and VII) new student representatives to the National Council were elected. 4. At 10:15 a.m., the “AX Honors Session” was held in the Grand Ballroom. During this session, Ms. Noah presented chapter sponsors with service pins for reaching special milestones of service. Those receiving 10-year recognition pins this year were: Ms. Misti Reisman, Tarleton State University; Dr. Craig Rogers, Campbellsville University and National Council member; and Dr. Diane Taylor, Tarleton State University. Receiving 15-year pins this year were: Dr. James Koukl, University of Texas at Tyler; Dr. Allan Nelson, Tarleton State University; Ms. Michelle Putnam, Lipscomb University; and Dr. Beth Riggs, Tarleton State University. Receiving her 25-year service pin this year was Dr. Read Diket, . Receiving her 30-year service pin this year was Ms. Suzanne Pundt, University of Texas at Tyler and National Council member. Receiving her 35-year service pin this year was Ms. Ruby Blair, Benedict College. Following the recognition of these sponsors, Alpha Chi’s 2017 Distinguished Alumni Award was presented to Dr. Ed Madden. Dr. Madden was inducted into the Arkansas Eta chapter of Alpha Chi at Harding University. He is a professor of English Language and Literature and Director of Women’s and Gender Studies at the University of South Carolina. Dr. Madden is also the Poet Laureate of the city of Columbia, South Carolina. He addressed convention delegates and read several poems from Ark, his most recent book of poetry. 5. The third session of student presentations (9 concurrent sessions of three or four papers each) was then held from 11:45 a.m. Brown’s Graduation Supplies and Awards Company, official Alpha Chi supplier, displayed Alpha Chi items and convention memorabilia during regular convention hours. Delegates were then sent to enjoy the rest of the day sightseeing in Louisville. At 10 p.m., “Alpha Chi’s Got Talent!” took place in the Fountain Room, where delegates enjoyed a variety of performances. 6. Saturday, April 8, began again at 7 a.m. with Dr. Ramsden leading light yoga. At 8 a.m., delegates fixed their plates at a light breakfast bar to be taken to regional meetings until 8:45. Each region was free to conduct business meetings, if needed, or to use the time for announcing regional scholarship winners, recognizing sponsor service and Star Chapters, or doing informal networking. 7. From 9-10 a.m., a fourth round of student presentations (9 concurrent sessions with three or four papers each) was held. Convention delegates then participated in one-hour chapter-strengthening sessions led by various chapters and Council members (leading chapters receiving a $100 stipend). Since the chapter at Long Island University, Brooklyn, was unable to attend due to weather delays, there were only 9 concurrent sessions, all on different topics designed to help chapters function more effectively. 8. Delegates then attended the fifth round of student presentations from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., which consisted of 9 concurrent sessions of three or four papers each. A lunch break was held from 12:30-1:30 p.m., which was followed by the sixth session of student presentations from 2-3:15 p.m. This session consisted of 9 sections of four or five papers each. The seventh and final session of student presentations was held from 3:30-4:30 p.m. This session consisted of 9 sections of two to four papers each. 9. The final event of the 2017 convention was the Transcending Boundaries Gala, held from 5-7:30 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom of the Galt House. Dr. David Jones, National Council president, welcomed delegates to the gala. As the beautifully plated dinner began, Jace Bradshaw, student representative from Region II, presented the children’s books and monetary donations received for this year’s national service project to Julie Kruer of Norton Children’s Hospital of Louisville. Norton’s participates in a national initiative called “Reach Out and Read,” which provides each child from birth to 5 years old with a new book as part of the well-child check-up at Norton’s pediatric facilities. Mr. Bradshaw announced that over 700 books and nearly $1,000 was collected. 10. Following dinner, Dr. Trisha Yarbrough, executive director of Alpha Chi, introduced the convention’s keynote speaker, writer, professor, and researcher Dr. John Janovy. Dr. Janovy’s talk “Life Lessons from a Parasite,” merged biological truths from his 40-year career as a parasitologist at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, with social and cultural truths by analogy and metaphor. Janovy incorporated humor, frequent allusions to popular culture, and scientific evidence to underscore his key ideas. 11. Following a 15-minute intermission, National Council At-Large Member Bill Potter presented certificates of recognition to the outgoing student representatives to the National Council: Katy Maddux (Region I), Sarah Geil (Region III), Emily Mancos (Region V), and Robyn Musick (Region VII, who was unable to attend). Dr. Craig Rogers, National Council member, then called forward newly elected National Council student representatives Ana Yanes-Garcia (Region I), Kayla Avery (Region III), Elliot Collins (Region V), and Zach Merhavy (Region VII).

4 12. Dr. Craig Rogers of the National Council then presented five individuals with the Distinguished Service Award, which is a marble clock engraved with an Alpha Chi plate. This award recognizes individuals whose service to Alpha Chi has been the most influential. The majority of the recipients are current or very recent faculty sponsors recommended by their regional officers or by the National Council. The five recipients were: Dr. Karl Havlak, from Angelo State University, the Texas Alpha Iota chapter (Region I); Dr. Tim Lindblom, from Lyon College, the Arkansas Iota chapter (Region II); Dr. Victoria Neagoe, from Goldey-Beacom College, the Delaware Beta chapter (Region VI); Dr. Charles Zimmerman, from Robert Morris University, the Pennsylvania Epsilon chapter (Region VI); and Dr. Jacquelyn Kegley, from California State University, Bakersfield, the California Iota chapter (Region VII). 13. Dr. Lori Mills, secretary of the National Council and chair of the Scholarship Committee, announced the 2017 winners of the Gaston Scholarships, winners and alternates of the Nolle Scholarships, recipients of the Sledge Fellowships, winners and alternates of the Benedict Fellowships, and winners and alternates of the Pryor Fellowships. These awards will be sent to the recipients in the fall, upon verification of their full-time enrollment. • The recipients of the $3,000 Edwin W. Gaston Scholarship for full-time undergraduate study in the fall of 2017 were Sierra Bailey from Wayland Baptist University and Christian Jessup from Gardner-Webb University. The recipients of the $2,000 Alfred H. Nolle Scholarship for full-time undergraduate study in the fall of 2017 were (alphabetically): Marisa Ayers, Lyon College; Audra Bahr, Texas Lutheran University; Jaspal Brar, University of the Sciences; Damian Di Florio, Robert Morris University; Laura Jardine, Oklahoma City University; Valerie Kocsis, Abilene Christian University; Kenny Martin, Southern Methodist University; R. Christian Phillips, Capital University; Hannah Ray, Gardner-Webb University; and Teresa Rodriguez, The College at Brockport - SUNY. Alternates for the Nolle Scholarship were (in order): (1) Piper Cleveland, Belmont University; (2) Caleb Nehls, The University of Texas at Tyler; (3) Samantha Camilletti, Christopher Newport University; (4) Dustin Connis, Hawai‘i Pacific University; and (5) Shane Powell, West Liberty University. • The recipients of the $4,000 Robert W. Sledge Fellowship full-time graduate or professional study in the fall of 2017 were Michael McLawhorn, and Sofia Sedergren, . The recipients of the $3,000 H.Y. Benedict Fellowship for full-time graduate or professional study in the fall of 2017 were (alphabetically): Victoria Morgan Bingham, ; Jace Bradshaw, Ouachita Baptist University; Ariana Brice, Bridgewater College; Daniel Feivor, Bridgewater College; Madison Feldewerth, Westminster College (MO); Allison Johnson, Texas A&M University: Texarkana; Tim Lindgren, Westminster College (UT); Gabrielle Mistretta, Columbia College; Tina Somchit, Waldorf University; and Hope Woods, Lyon College. Alternates for the Benedict Fellowship were (in order): (1) Melanie Smith, Greensboro College; (2) Clayton Brady, The College at Brockport – SUNY; (3) Serena Barbieri, Sam Houston State University; (4) Alycia Gilbert, Belmont University; and (5) Ashley Duke, Goldey-Beacom College. • The recipient of the $6,000 Joseph E. Pryor Fellowship for a student in a doctoral program who has completed at least two years of study was Chunhong (Chloe) Zhao, who is a student (and was also inducted) at Texas State University. The alternate will be Mael LeNoc, who is a student (and was also inducted at) Texas State University. The recipient of the $4,000 Joseph E. Pryor Fellowship for a student in the first or second year of graduate study was Whitni Redman, a current student at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center who was inducted at Peru State College. The alternate will be Neha Bang, a current student at Kansas City University of Medicine/Biosciences who was inducted into Alpha Chi at Missouri Southern State University. 14. Dr. Tonia Compton and Dr. Karl Havlak, both National Council members, announced the student presenters chosen to receive $100 Convention Presentation Prizes endowed to honor those with strong ties to Alpha Chi. The winners came forward as their titles and names were announced. The recipients for 2017 were: • The Walden S. Freeman Prize in American History – Stephanie Aram Smith, Grand View University • The Ellen Millsaps Prize in American Literature – Warren Powers, • The Avery Grenfell Church Prize in Anthropology and Sociology – Maria Jimenez and Mariana Osaki (co-presenters), Missouri Valley College • The Alexander Bendazzi/Strayer University Prize in Art/Music/Dance Papers – Christian Jessup, Gardner-Webb University • The Robert Blake Prize in British Literature – Sarah Spaulding, Carson-Newman University • The Gayle Webb White Prize in Business Administration – Tyler Martin Werland, University of Texas at San Antonio • The Joseph E. and Bessie Mae Pryor Prize in Chemistry – Gia Storti, University of the Sciences • The Brown's Graduation Supplies Prize in Communication – Gabriele Morgan, • The Floyd Tesmer/Strayer University Prize in Computer Science and Engineering – Anh Quynh Pham, Indiana Institute of Technology • The Thelma Hall Prize in Creative Writing – Bronte Pearson, University of Arkansas at Monticello • The Patricia A. Williams Prize in Education – Melissa Whitwood, Midwestern State University • The Milton L. and Avery G. Church Prize in Environmental Science – Jaspal Brar, University of the Sciences • The Jeanette Wieser Prize in Exercise Science and Nutrition – Courtney Lynn Dees, Texas Lutheran University • The Kathryn Hoyle Bradley Prize in Health Sciences – John Buttross, Christian Brothers University • The Bonnie Revelle Prize in Molecular and Cellular Biology – Ashley Haught, West Liberty University • The Blake and Trish Janutolo Prize in Organismal and Ecological Biology – Lewis Wrenn Woodward, Chowan University • The Floyd and Rosana Tesmer/D.C. Gamma Prize in Original Visual Art – Christiana Bays, Missouri Western State University • The Johnny and Frances Williams Prize in Performing Arts – Chris Justice, Carson-Newman University

5 • The Political Science/Economics Prize – Danielle Casey, University of Central Arkansas • Two Mary Waterstreet Prizes in Psychology – Jasmine Brock, Harding University and Merissa Milnickel, Anderson University • Two Clark Youngblood Prizes in Philosophy and World Religion – Hunter Edwards, Oklahoma Christian University and Rebekah Rhea, Gardner-Webb University • The Ann C. and Avery G. Church Prize in Poetry – Amber Morningstar Byars, Institute of American Indian Arts • The Patricia Graham Prize in World History – Adam Lubbers, Abilene Christian University • The Bill Short Prize in World Literature – Valerie Kocsis, Abilene Christian University • The Miscellaneous Disciplines Prize – Matthew Brown, Hastings College • The Dennis M. Organ Prize for the top presentation by a Graduate Student or Alumni Member – Giselle Greenidge, University of North Texas 15. Dr. Yarbrough came forward to announce the Nationwide Insurance Collaborative Student Research Prize winner but first explained that the collaborative research competition involves teams from Alpha Chi chapters that must include up to five researchers representing at least three separate disciplines. The focus of the 2016-17 competition was the convention theme of Transcending Boundaries. Three teams entered this year’s competition, but the team from the University of North Texas won the competition. The title of their project was “Cultural Attitudes Affecting Retention and Literacy Among Students in Denton: Methods of Transcending Boundaries to Effect Change.” Team members were Rosana Adams, Rachel Duffy, Sonia Gomez, Giselle Greenidge, and Brandi Webster. This team will receive a check for $5,000 to be divided as the team and chapter see fit. 16. Dr. Yarbrough then awarded two faculty members with an Outstanding Chapter Sponsor Award: Dr. Lynda Leavitt, sponsor of the Alpha Chi chapter at , and Dr. Kate Stewart, sponsor of the chapter at University of Arkansas at Monticello. Each recipient received a $200 cash award to use as they wish. 17. President Jones recognized Long Island University, Brooklyn (in absentia), as the recipient of last year’s President’s Cup. He then presented the esteemed 2017 President’s Cup for Outstanding Chapter to the Texas Psi chapter from Abilene Christian University which had present several student delegates and Drs. Jennifer Huddleston and Mikee Delony to accept the award. In addition to a newly- designed trophy each Outstanding Chapter will get to keep, Texas Psi chapter will also receive a $200 honorarium. 18. Ms. Noah concluded the convention with a hearty dose of appreciation for this year’s exceptional group of moderators and judges, the two memorable keynote speakers, the intrepid student presenters, those in Galt House convention services, and to Katie Holmes and the fearless convention staff. Lara invited delegates to send to the national office their suggestions for future speakers, convention sites, and events for future conventions. After encouraging everyone to attend the next national convention in Portland, Oregon April 5-7, 2018, at the Hilton Portland Downtown, she wished everyone safe and weather-friendly travels home.

Respectfully submitted, Lori L. Mills National Council Secretary

6 2017 National Council Meeting Minutes

1. Welcome and Introductions. Dr. David Jones, president of the National Council, convened the first plenary of the Alpha Chi National Council at 8:34 a.m., Thursday, April 6, 2017, in the Willow Room at the Galt House Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Jones welcomed everyone to Louisville and to the hotel. Many members had travel challenges because of flights being delayed and/or cancelled due to inclement weather and thus some members were not present for this plenary session. Members present were: David Jones, Craig Rogers, Jace Bradshaw, Robert Carpenter, Bonita Cade, Emily Mancos, Katy Maddux, Karl Havlak, Bob Mahan, Ken LaSota, Lori Mills, Bill Potter, Teddi Deka, June Hobbs, Suzi Pundt, and Tim Lindblom. National office staff present were Trisha Yarbrough, Lara Noah, and Katie Holmes. Council members not present were Bill Clemente, Tonia Compton, Sarah Geil, and Ethan Veit. 2. Approval of Agenda. The Membership Committee report was moved from Plenary 3 to Plenary 2. Dr. LaSota moved to approve the agenda with that one change. Dr. Mahan seconded. Motion passed. 3. President’s Report. Dr. Jones thanked National Council members for their service. He also thanked the national office staff for their fabulous work and thanked Dr. Yarbrough for her work as executive director. A. Dr. Jones reported that the Executive Committee had met in June 2016 in Louisville at the Galt House. In conjunction with that meeting, a Strategic Planning Committee meeting was held and a new Strategic Plan developed and approved by the Council. A detailed job description for the Executive Director was developed and approved. A professional marketing plan for Alpha Chi was approved and reported on by VisionPoint Marketing later in the meeting. B. Two new chapters were put into place this year: including Cottey College in Missouri and Blue Mountain College in . C. Since the last convention, the National Office moved to a new, freestanding location (not on the campus of Harding University) in Searcy, Arkansas. The tentative plan is to move the national headquarters to Little Rock in 2018. D. Increased amounts for scholarships and fellowships were approved for awards given at this convention: two Pryor Fellowships at $6,000 and $4,000; two Sledge Fellowships at $4,000 each, ten Benedict Fellowships at $3,000 each; two Gaston Scholarships at $3,000 each; and ten Nolle Scholarships at $2,000 each. E. Dr. Jones also noted that Aletheia, Alpha Chi’s new online, peer-reviewed undergraduate journal is up and running, doing well, and has been a good development for Alpha Chi. F. Dr. Jones reminded each committee that they should be operating on a year-round basis. All committees should be keeping minutes so that committee chairs can bring their reports to the annual Council meeting. Jones especially thanked Bill Potter, Karl Havlak, and Ken LaSota for their active work throughout the year in chairing their committees. G. Dr. Jones also stated that, even though the Council voted to maintain regional identities, it needs to continue discussing the continuing roles and functions of the seven regions. H. He reported that Region VII was currently without a Secretary-Treasurer, as Dr. Pam Johnston had resigned about three weeks ago. Also, the student representative for Region VII was unable to attend this convention. Dr. Yarbrough announced her intention to attend the Region VII meeting at this convention to discuss how to proceed. I. While membership numbers increased a bit from last year, overall, acceptances are static. This was given as the reason Alpha Chi proceeded with hiring a professional marketing company—moving toward a large fundraising campaign as we look forward to Alpha Chi’s centennial anniversary in 2022. J. Dr. Jones remarked that board members need to be trained in proper board procedures as they are elected. He stated that Dr. Yarbrough is aware of this and is working to make sure that new members receive from us that training as close to their election as possible. Mr. Potter moved to accept the president’s report. Mr. Carpenter seconded. Motion passed. 4. Preliminary Convention Committee Report. Given that Dr. Bill Clemente, committee chair, would not be attending the convention due to extensive travel difficulties, Lara Noah gave a preliminary report. Children’s books have been collected for the national service project this year. However, the Committee will need to find an organization in Louisville to which the donated books can be given. Unfortunately, an off-site, hands-on service event was not planned in time and will not happen this year. Ms. Noah reported there were several delegations whose travel has been delayed and perhaps cancelled due to bad weather and delays at several major airports. This will cause difficulties with judges, moderators, and presenters not arriving in time for their duties and presentations. The Council discussed how to handle judging posters when many poster presenters would not be here in time. Mr. Carpenter moved to go forward with judging tonight with those presenters who are here; Ms. Maddux seconded; motion passed. The Council also discussed whether to reschedule sessions for students who were going to be late to the convention. Ms. Maddux moved that a weather delay session be created for students who couldn’t be there at their regularly scheduled time. Ms. Noah said this session would need to be held in an extra room during the sessions on Saturday and that judges would need to be found for it. Dr. Mahan seconded. Motion passed The Council then discussed whether travel grants would be given to delegations whose travel plans had changed. Dr. Havlak moved that delegations unable to be here due to inclement weather flight delays should receive the travel grants that they would have received if they had arrived as planned. Katy Maddux seconded that motion; motion passed. The Council then discussed whether housing grants would still be given to delegations who are unable to attend the convention or who arrive one day late. The Council decided to resume this discussion after Ms. Noah could check to see whether the Galt House will still charge chapters for room nights even if they were unable to get to the convention on time. 5. VisionPoint Marketing Presentation. A team from VisionPoint Marketing, Matt Walters and Micaiah Norby, then presented their extensive marketing plan the Council approved electronically during the last year. They began by distributing a document

7 presenting Alpha Chi’s new Brand Pillars, the first primary content VisionPoint has delivered. The next major deliverable will be an Alpha Chi viewbook, followed by videos and content to be generated from this convention. As a review, Matt presented the three goals that VisionPoint identified for Alpha Chi: 1) to grow the membership of Alpha Chi. The year 2012 was the high-water mark, with three subsequent years of declines in acceptances. There was a small increase in 2015-16, but their goal would be to see a 4.5% year over year increase for the next five years; 2) to improve national penetration by reactivating inactive chapters and reaching new campuses; and 3) to increase national awareness of Alpha Chi. VisionPoint also identified the following gaps: 1) the lack of a resonant brand message; 2) the lack of a compelling central platform for presenting Alpha Chi externally; and 3) an overly heavy reliance on the voluntary participation of chapter sponsors. To achieve the aforementioned goals and address the identified gaps, VisionPoint presented the following strategies: 1) turning the value of Alpha Chi into a clear message; 2) structuring an invitation that makes a greater impression since that is the only guaranteed touch point that Alpha Chi has with students; 3) using the national convention as a catalyst for content creation, among other things, as it is the largest differentiator between Alpha Chi and other honor societies; and 4) testing new-chapter targeting on established but inactive chapters first. Mr. Walters presented their three-tiered approach. The first tier, which is the focus right now, includes: 1) developing marketing foundations with a number of different tactical deliverables, including documents like the Brand Pillars; 2) redesigning the public-facing website which has remained basically unchanged since 2009; and 3) shaping a brand-driven content strategy. Tier Two would be about reaching new members to earn new student membership. Part of this would be about exciting students with the possibility of being involved in Alpha Chi. The third tier will focus on new chapter growth with the new chapter sponsor being the initial focus. Mr. Walters thanked Alpha Chi for their partnership and encouraged Council members to see this as a paradigm shift. He pointed to the Brand Pillars as the essential elements that Alpha Chi delivers. These include Scholarship for Good; Invested in Research and Creativity; Mentorship, Growth, and Preparation; Chapter-Driven, Student-Led; Cultivating Diversity; and Excellence and Integrity. Dr. Yarbrough then stated that everything we do in Alpha Chi should be linked back to one of these pillars. Everything in Tier One of the marketing plan is already finished or underway. Tiers Two and Three will be finished or underway by the end of the fall semester. The VisionPoint marketing team will be in attendance throughout this convention and will get information they can use to continue to inform the marketing plan. 6. Committees. The work of the National Council is expedited through preliminary deliberations conducted by small groups of Council members. These committees, some of which are constitutional and some of which are created as needed, have already been announced and have been doing their work throughout the year. They are reported here for the record. Chairpersons are indicated by asterisks. Executive Committee members are often appointed as ex-officio, non-voting liaisons to certain committees. Audit & Finance—Lori Mills*, Jace Bradshaw, Karl Havlak, David Jones, Bob Mahan, Lara Noah (ex-officio), Trisha Yarbrough (ex-officio); Awards & Honors—Ken LaSota*, Bonita Cade, Sarah Geil, Suzi Pundt, Ethan Veit; Chapter Development – Bill Potter*, Robert Carpenter, Greg Clemons, June Hobbs, Emily Mancos; Convention—Bill Clemente*, Jace Bradshaw, Robert Carpenter, Tonia Compton, Katy Maddux, Teddi Deka, Sarah Geil, Emily Mancos, Ethan Veit; Executive – David Jones*, Bill Clemente, Lori Mills; Membership— Karl Havlak*, Greg Clemons, Craig Rogers; Scholarship—Lori Mills*, Gaston/Nolle: Teddi Deka, June Hobbs, Suzi Pundt; Sledge/Benedict: Tonia Compton, David Jones, Ken LaSota; Pryor: Bonita Cade, Bob Mahan; and Strategic Planning—Tim Lindblom*, Jace Bradshaw, Bonita Cade, Greg Clemons, Sarah Geil, Karl Havlak, Bill Clemente (ex- officio), David Jones (ex-officio), Lori Mills (ex-officio), Lara Noah (ex-officio), Trisha Yarbrough (ex-officio) Ad Hoc Committees: Centennial Planning: Tonia Compton*, Robert Carpenter, Bob Mahan Constitution: (No chair at this time due to Pam Johnston’s recent resignation from the National Council), Bill Potter, Katy Maddux; Convention Presentations: Suzi Pundt*, Teddi Deka, Emily Mancos, Craig Rogers; and Publications: Tim Lindblom*, Bill Clemente, Katy Maddux. 7. Plenary One Adjourned. Mr. Potter moved to adjourn. Mr. Carpenter seconded. Motion passed. Plenary One adjourned at 10 a.m. 8. National Council Dinner. The National Council convened for dinner at Vincenzo’s around the corner from the hotel from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 7. Outgoing Council members as well as newly-elected members attended the dinner, as well as current members. Other guests included Dr. Ed Madden, 2017 Distinguished Alumnus, and his husband Bert, Dr. Howard Smolleck, Alpha Chi Archivist, and his wife Ruth, and Matt and Micaiah of VisionPoint. At the end of this dinner, Dr. Jones thanked at-large faculty members Dr. Greg Clemons and Dr. Tim Lindblom, who were concluding their terms of service. 9. Plenary Two begins with Introductions and Installation of New Council Members. After the Council left the restaurant and returned to the Galt House, National Council Plenary Two convened at 7:32 p.m., in the Willow Room. Dr. Jones then installed the following new and re-elected members of the National Council: Dr. Bonita Cade (Roger Williams University), at-large faculty member; Dr. David Jones (Westminster College in Missouri), at-large faculty member; Dr. Agashi Nwogbaga (Wesley College), at-large faculty member, Dr. Kathi Vosevich (Shorter University), at-large faculty member; Dr. Jacquelyn Kegley (California State University- Bakersfield), Region VII secretary-treasurer; Ana Yanes-Garcia (Region I Student Representative, Texas State University), Kayla Avery (Region III Student Representative, Shorter University), Elliot Collins (Region V Student Representative, West Liberty University), and Zach Merhavy (Region VII Student Representative, Grand Canyon University). Dr. Jones then asked all individuals to introduce themselves. The new members received a hearty round of applause.

8 10. Publications Committee (ad hoc) Report. Given that Dr. Tim Lindblom has chaired this committee but is no longer on the National Council, this report was moved to the beginning of Plenary Two so that Dr. Lindblom would not have to return to a later meeting. Dr. Tim Lindblom, outgoing member of the National Council and ongoing editor of Aletheia, reported on progress with Aletheia. He stated that he and the national office staff have been working well together electronically. He has gradually built a manuscript editor database. One issue that has arisen is nonresponsive authors, such that sometimes authors do not respond once reviewers suggest revisions to their manuscripts. Thus, Dr. Lindblom has added language to a checklist for authors that asks the authors to agree to revise their manuscripts once they have been submitted for review. The two other Alpha Chi publications are the Proceedings Recorder and the Newsletter, which are primarily produced by Melinda Hicks in the National Office. Mr. Potter moved to accept the report. Mr. Carpenter seconded. Motion passed. 11. Old Business: Dr. Jones stated the need to discuss further the issue of housing grants. Ms. Noah reported that the Galt House’s general manager had agreed to waive the cancellation fee for hotel room charges for chapters who were unable to attend or who arrived after the night they had intended to arrive. The remaining question was whether full housing grants should be given to those chapters who were late or who did not attend. Dr. Mills moved that we give full housing grants to those chapters who ultimately attended the convention, meaning that we award travel grants for the full number of nights they intended to stay, even if they were late. Dr. LaSota seconded. Motion passed. 12. Executive Director’s Report. Dr. Yarbrough had emailed a SWOT analysis to Council members, and she also distributed a hard copy during the plenary. A. Strengths included: 1) Alpha Chi’s decision to select VisionPoint Marketing, a professional marketing firm; 2) a rebound in membership in 2016; 3) a positive response to an initiative to raise visibility with “Integrity Matters” wristbands; 4) Alpha Chi’s connection with the Association of College Honor Societies; 5) a new presence at the National Collegiate Honors Conference; and 6) dedicated sponsors working in a climate that supports academic excellence. B. Weaknesses included: 1) the proportion of chapters that do nothing more than induct students; 2) a lack of robust growth; 3) the difficulty of attracting the attention of students at our largest schools; and 4) minimal chapter life at largely online campuses. C. Opportunities included: 1) collaboration with honors programs and other student honor societies; 2) honing communication strategies for college and university administrators; 3) identifying trends in higher education with the goal of improving strategies for member and institutional expansion; 4) publicizing chapter and member achievements via all social media outlets; 5) staying ahead of the curve of technological advances; and 6) identifying funding sources for scholarships and our centennial celebration. D. Threats included: 1) the trend toward alternative methods to achieve competence in a field away from a four-year degree at a residential, brick and mortar campus continues to erode our base; 2) the declining pool of traditional students for the foreseeable future; and 3) the trend toward smaller college and university closings; 4) the proliferation of bogus honor societies; and 5) the unwillingness of many full-time faculty members to volunteer for the role of chapter sponsor, given that administrators may value research and teaching more than any involvement in a student organization. Council members discussed whether there could be significant membership growth if our current chapters would all induct graduate students. Some members spoke in favor of encouraging more chapters to induct graduate members, since graduate members seem to very much appreciate this honor, given that there are few other general honor societies inducting graduate members. Other members stated that they themselves do not want to induct graduate members given that there is so much grade inflation that many graduate students have a 4.0 grade point average. The consensus is that the Membership Committee will discuss further issues surrounding graduate membership. Dr. Mahan moved to accept the report. Dr. Nwogbaga seconded. Motion passed. 13. Director of Operations Report. Ms. Noah described for the new National Council members the basic duties for which each of the four national office staff were responsible. She also explained that the national office moved, after much preparation and deliberation, from Harding University to a stand-alone office lease in Searcy. She discussed the plan to move Alpha Chi’s headquarters to the Little Rock area in the summer of 2018. Mr. Potter moved to accept the report; Mr. Carpenter seconded. Motion passed. 14. Archivist’s Report. There was no formal archivist’s report this year; Dr. Smolleck inspects the archives in alternate years, and 2016 was not a year for him to visit. However, he continues being concerned that chapters send him significant materials, especially in anticipation of Alpha Chi’s centennial in 2022. The guidelines for sending materials to the archives is on the Alpha Chi website. The Archivist continues to receive a travel grant of $250 to attend each national convention. 15. Regional Secretary-Treasurers’ Reports. Regional Secretary-Treasurers reported on the events occurring in their regions and at the regional meetings. Their reports will appear in the minutes of the business meeting of each region. Dr. LaSota moved to accept these reports. Mr. Potter seconded. Motion passed. 16. Scholarship Committee Report. Dr. Mills reported that the Scholarship Committee met on Tuesday, April 4, and Wednesday, April 5, to continue reviewing the applications of 63 Gaston/Nolle Scholarship, 72 Sledge/Benedict Fellowship, and 30 Pryor Fellowship applicants. Since scholarship entries are now submitted electronically, the Committee begins reading the submissions before arriving at the convention. Committee members then finish reading and confer with other Committee members to arrive at a consensus regarding the winners in their category. The recipients of the $3,000 Edwin W. Gaston Scholarship for full-time undergraduate study in the fall of 2017 are Sierra Bailey from Wayland Baptist University and Christian Jessup from Gardner-Webb University. The recipients of the $2,000 Alfred H. Nolle Scholarship for full-time undergraduate study in the fall of 2017 are (alphabetically): Marisa Ayers, Lyon College; Audra Bahr, Texas Lutheran University; Jaspal Brar, University of the Sciences; Damian Di Florio, Robert Morris University; Laura Jardine, Oklahoma City University; Valerie Kocsis, Abilene Christian University; Kenny Martin, Southern Methodist University; R. Christian Phillips, Capital University; Hannah Ray, Gardner-Webb University; and Teresa Rodriguez, The College at Brockport - SUNY.

9 Alternates for the Nolle Scholarship were (in order): (1) Piper Cleveland, Belmont University; (2) Caleb Nehls, The University of Texas at Tyler; (3) Samantha Camilletti, Christopher Newport University; (4) Dustin Connis, Hawai‘i Pacific University; and (5) Shane Powell, West Liberty University. The recipients of the $4,000 Robert W. Sledge Fellowship full-time graduate or professional study in the fall of 2017 were Michael McLawhorn, Mars Hill University and Sofia Sedergren, Greensboro College. The recipients of the $3,000 H.Y. Benedict Fellowship for full-time graduate or professional study in the fall of 2017 were (alphabetically): Victoria Morgan Bingham, Florida College; Jace Bradshaw, Ouachita Baptist University; Ariana Brice, Bridgewater College; Daniel Feivor, Bridgewater College; Madison Feldewerth, Westminster College (MO); Allison Johnson, Texas A&M University: Texarkana; Tim Lindgren, Westminster College (UT); Gabrielle Mistretta, Columbia College; Tina Somchit, Waldorf University; and Hope Woods, Lyon College. Alternates for the Benedict Fellowship were (in order): (1) Melanie Smith, Greensboro College; (2) Clayton Brady, The College at Brockport – SUNY; (3) Serena Barbieri, Sam Houston State University; (4) Alycia Gilbert, Belmont University; and (5) Ashley Duke, Goldey-Beacom College. The recipient of the $6,000 Joseph E. Pryor Fellowship for a student in a doctoral program who has completed at least two years of study was: Chunhong (Chloe) Zhao, who is a student inducted at Texas State University. The alternate was Mael LeNoc, a student inducted at Texas State University. The recipient of the $4,000 Joseph E. Pryor Fellowship for a student in the first or second year of graduate study was Whitni Redman, who is a student at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and was inducted at Peru State College. The alternate was Neha Bang, who is a student at Kansas City University of Medicine/Biosciences and was inducted at Missouri Southern State University. Dr. LaSota moved to accept the report; Mr. Potter seconded. Motion passed. 17. Convention Presentation Prizes. Ms. Noah expressed concern that it may be difficult to determine presentation prize winners, given that there were now different judging groups within the same discipline. She asked for volunteers to come to AX Central Saturday afternoon to help make final determinations and serve as tiebreakers. Several Council members volunteered to assist with this. 18. Audit and Finance Committee Report. The Audit & Finance Committee reviewed the report of the auditing firm Miller and Rose, Certified Public Accountants, and accepted their report of the 2016 records. The Committee had asked Ms. Noah after the 2016 National Council meeting to solicit bids for firms to audit the financial statements for the next year. With the move of the national office taking place, this effort had been delayed. Ms. Noah will solicit bids in 2017. The Audit & Finance Committee will then review the bids and choose a firm to conduct the audit of 2017 records. An additional expense that Alpha Chi has taken on since June 1, 2016, is the monthly expenses of having a stand-alone national office. Those monthly expenses total approximately $2,000 per month, including rent, phone, internet, utilities, etc. An additional significant expense Alpha Chi incurred in 2016 is contracting with VisionPoint Marketing. In 2016, the cost for the marketing analysis was $73,023. The signed contract with VisionPoint for 2017 totaled $197,000, divided into 12 monthly payments. The amount for year three has yet to be determined but will be significantly less than it was in 2017. Ms. Noah withdrew from endowment funds the allowable amounts for 2014 and 2015 (approximately $180,000 total) in 2016 to help pay for VisionPoint marketing and convention costs. The Louisville convention will likely cost somewhat less than the most recent conventions, partly due to contracting free meeting space wi-fi and lower audio-visual and food prices. Alpha Chi earned between 7% and 8% on the endowment in 2016. The Committee suggests staying with the current investment strategy for the time being. Ms. Noah has already started investigating properties in the Little Rock, Arkansas area, planning for a potential move of the national office in June 2018. The national office staff may use a real estate agent to locate suitable properties in the Little Rock area. $10,000 was not set aside for the national office contingency fund in 2016. This fund was established several years ago to plan for the eventual move of the national office. The Committee suggested not putting aside any additional money right now, so that it can stay in the endowment and earn interest. The account balance is currently $40,000. Dr. Yarbrough asked for guidance from the Committee regarding the executive director’s discretionary fund. This money has been used to fund her travel to chapters. However, she does travel to represent Alpha Chi at other honors organization events and didn’t know if the costs of attending those events were included as part of these discretionary expenses. The Audit & Finance Committee moved that Dr. Yarbrough may spend up to $10,000 per year for chapter-related travel and that this included such representation at other honors events. In the summer of 2017, the Committee will make a recommendation regarding 2018 travel grants and scholarship amounts for regions whose treasuries have been depleted. Mr. Potter moved to accept the report. Dr. Mahan seconded. Motion passed. 19. Awards and Honors Committee Report. Dr. Ken LaSota, chair of this committee, moved that the five candidates who were nominated for honorary membership during the first quarter of 2017 be accepted. These individuals were: Dr. Jeffrey Carlson, Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education, Dominican University, Illinois Kappa; Dr. James E. Donelan, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Franklin Pierce University, New Hampshire Zeta; Dr. Donald J. Farish, President, Roger Williams University, Rhode Island Alpha; Dr. Donald Mroz, President, Post University, Connecticut Gamma; and Dr. Dwuan Warmack, President, Harris-Stowe State University, Missouri Zeta. For the permanent record, the Committee listed the following individuals already granted honorary membership since the 2016 national convention: Dr. Sherilyn Emberton, President, Huntington University; Dr. Gwenda Greene, Professor of English, Benedict College; Dr. Vernon Harper, Jr., Associate VPAA, California State University, Bakersfield; Dr. Don Jackson, President, Hastings College; Dr. Donald Olson, Professor of Physics, Texas State University; Dr. Michele O. Ramirez, Prof. of Psychology & Asst. Dean of Foundational Learning, ; Dr. Scott Rich, President, Sterling College; Dr. Tracy Shilcutt, Professor of History and Associate Dean, Honors College, Abilene Christian University; and Dr. Richard Wilkens, Provost, Dowling College.

10 The Committee recommended awarding the 2017 President’s Cup to Abilene Christian University, Texas Psi, for its impressive application package and meeting of the criteria. The award, to be kept secret until Saturday, will be announced at the final gala, with Dr. Jones to present the President’s Cup itself. A $200 honorarium will be sent separately. Lastly, the Committee recommended John S. Pistole, J.D., for the 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award. Pistole was inducted into the Indiana Alpha chapter in 1977, and currently serves as that college’s president. Before becoming the Anderson University president, he served as Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Before accepting that position, he served as Deputy Director for the FBI. If approved, the national office will communicate with the chapter and Dr. Pistole to arrange his speaking at the 2018 convention in Portland. The Committee moved the Council accept its recommendations. Motion passed. 20. Centennial Planning Committee (ad hoc) Report. Dr. Jones stated that this report will be given in Plenary Three, since members have not yet been able to assemble for their committee meeting at this convention. 21. Chapter Development Committee. Mr. Potter reported that the Committee had two conference calls in September 2016 to develop a list of topics for Chapter-Strengthening Sessions and brainstorm chapters who could be asked to lead sessions. After that, the Committee moved to working by email, due to the difficulty in finding a common available time for Committee members to meet via conference call. Committee members recruited several chapters to facilitate chapter-strengthening sessions. Members continued to work throughout the year with these chapters to prepare these sessions. The Committee also worked on training materials for chapter sponsors and student chapter officers. The Committee plans to finish these materials by the end of the academic year so they can be made available to all sponsors and members. The Committee critiqued its work for the year and proposed sending out a call to all chapter sponsors to facilitate chapter- strengthening sessions, and then following this call quickly with a recruitment effort. The Committee will also consider whether they are offering too many different sessions and whether sessions might have a greater impact if there were fewer sessions. Dr. Cade moved to accept the report; Dr. LaSota seconded. Motion passed. 22. Constitution Committee (ad hoc) Report. There was no chair of the committee at this convention, but Mr. Potter and Ms. Maddux, along with Dr. Yarbrough, looked at the Constitution during their meeting. Mr. Potter reports that the Committee thinks that the Constitution is in good shape overall, but the Bylaws need some revision. The Committee will send out a call for Council members to review the Constitution and Bylaws before the end of September 2017. The Committee will also solicit input from the entire membership of Alpha Chi. The Committee will do a thorough review of both the Constitution and Bylaws, identify necessary changes to the Bylaws, and propose amendments to the National Council in fall 2017. The Committee will also begin drafting any necessary amendments to the Constitution and ask the National Council for feedback. The Committee plans to have Constitutional amendments in final form by the end of January 2018 so they can be voted on by the Council and sent to the membership more than 30 days before the national convention, as required by the Constitution. Mr. Carpenter moved to accept the report; Mr. Bradshaw seconded. Motion passed. 23. Plenary Two Adjournment. Mr. Potter moved to adjourn; Mr. Carpenter seconded. Motion passed. Dr. Jones adjourned Plenary Two at 9:32 p.m. 24. Call to Order for Plenary Three. Dr. Jones called Plenary Three to order at 8:01 a.m. on Sunday, April 9. 25. Membership Committee Report. Dr. Havlak, chair of this Committee, brought three motions on behalf of the Committee: A) Students who are awarded regional and/or national scholarships from Alpha Chi will receive a certificate. It is the responsibility of the regional secretary-treasurers to send information about regional scholarships and winners to the national office; B) Each chapter will be allowed to nominate a member of the year from their chapter. The chapter sponsor will send the student’s name and rationale to the national office, who will issue a certificate. After the suggestion from Ms. Noah, Dr. Cade made a friendly amendment that this award be named the Dr. Patricia Williams Award for Chapter Member of the Year; C) No new for-profit institutions will be granted membership in Alpha Chi. This follows a recent related decision by the Association of College Honor Societies, of which Alpha Chi is a member. Existing chapters at for-profit institutions will be allowed to continue membership if they remain in good standing. The Committee wants to study the issue of inducting graduate students further. While Alpha Chi is both an undergraduate and graduate honor society and encourages chapters to induct graduate students, many existing chapters choose not to induct graduate students. The Committee also considered online universities and how to encourage those chapters to stay active. The Committee discussed giving sponsors a checklist of expected activities. Also, they discussed having a probationary period for new chapters, although such a policy might necessitate a constitutional amendment. Dr. LaSota moved to accept the report and the Committee’s motions. Bill Potter seconded. Motion passed. 26. Strategic Planning Committee Report. Dr. Havlak gave this report, given that Dr. Lindblom had been chair of this Committee and had concluded his term on the Council. The Strategic Planning Committee met in Louisville in June 2016, just prior to the Executive Committee meeting. At that meeting, the Committee generated a strategic plan that will stand for five years. The Committee identified immediate, short-term, long-term, and ongoing objectives. The Committee met again during this convention and assessed progress toward these objectives. One issue the Committee discussed was potentially partnering with high school honor societies. The Committee moves to explore the possibility of partnerships with high school and/or freshman or two-year college honor societies. This motion passed. Mr. Potter moved to accept the report. Dr. Mahan seconded. Motion passed. 27. Centennial Planning Committee (ad hoc) Report. Dr. Mahan, with the assistance of Mr. Carpenter, reported for this Committee. The Committee stated that the Council needs to identify the location of the 2022 national convention (the year of Alpha Chi’s centennial). The suggestion is that the convention might be in Austin, Texas, which is 30 minutes from Southwestern University, the birthplace of Alpha Chi. There is also a suggestion that the convention might be extended for that one year, with chapters coming in on Wednesday night and the actual centennial celebration occurring on Friday night of the convention. Other ideas included producing

11 a commemorative plaque for placement on Southwestern University’s campus, a special centennial lapel pin (for either purchase or as the common lapel pin for members that year, etc.), and encouraging each chapter to hold a party or special campus event on February 22, 2022. The Committee brought the following motions: A) the 2022 national convention will be held in Austin, Texas. B) the 2022 national convention will be extended to accommodate the centennial celebration. These motions passed. Mr. Potter moved to accept the entire report. Mr. Veit seconded. Motion passed. 28. Convention Committee Report. The student members on the Convention Committee were successful in finding a local children’s hospital for the donation of books from the national service project. A representative from Norton Children’s Hospital, Julie Kruer, attended the beginning of the closing gala to accept the books and speak briefly about their “Just for Kids” program. The collaborative research project for the 2018 convention will be Climate Change and the Future. Dr. Clemente is working to secure a keynote speaker and a service project partner for the 2018 convention in Portland. The national office staff requested that if the service project and convention theme are not secured by the Convention Committee by August 1 of the year prior to each convention, that the national office will have the authority to determine these. Dr. Kegley made this motion; Dr. Mahan seconded. Motion passed. Ms. Noah and Julie Daniels of HelmsBriscoe have scheduled a site visit of two hotels in Cleveland, Ohio, in hopes of finding a suitable site for the 2019 convention. Ms. Noah reports that the cost of heavy hors d’oeuvres with the opening poster forum has become more expensive than a plated dinner like the closing gala, nearly doubling the food and beverage costs of the convention from when we just did one main meal and two continental breakfasts. Dr. Jones asked the Convention Committee to consider whether to suggest adjustments to the schedule regarding the current poster presentation event. 29. Convention Presentations Committee (ad hoc) Report. Prof. Pundt, chair of this Committee, stated that the Committee developed a new convention judging rubric which was used at this convention. One complication occurred when students didn’t use audio-visual supports, since effective use of AV is one of the judging criteria. The form will be amended to say that engagement with the audience will count as 20 points instead of 10 points when students don’t use audio-visual aids. The other issue is that some students don’t take questions at the end of their presentations, which is another judging criterion. One suggestion is that there should only be 10 minutes dedicated to the presentation and a mandatory two minutes dedicated to questions. Mr. Carpenter moved to accept the report. Dr. Mahan seconded. Motion passed. 30. New Business. Dr. Mills moved that any chapter that registered for this convention and was unable to attend because of weather issues be allowed to earn Star Chapter or Notable Chapter status, whichever designation they would have earned had weather not prevented their attendance. Dr. Rogers seconded. Motion passed. When the online journal Aletheia began, it had been suggested that the editor be a member of the National Council. However, the current editor of Aletheia, Dr. Tim Lindblom, is no longer on the Council. The Council agreed, however, that they wish Dr. Lindblom to remain the editor. Dr. Mahan then moved that the Aletheia editor’s travel expenses be reimbursed for travel to the national convention the same way that the travel expenses of Council members are handled. Mr. Carpenter seconded. Motion passed. Dr. Deka moved that the editor of Aletheia become an ex-officio member of the Publications Committee. Dr. Hobbs seconded. Motion passed. 31. Executive Session. Dr. LaSota moved to give a 4% raise to national office staff and a 3% raise to the executive director. Mr. Carpenter seconded. Motion passed. Dr. Rogers moved to give a $500 bonus to each member of the national office staff for their work to support the convention. Mr. Veit seconded. Motion passed. Dr. Jones stated that the executive director is supposed to submit a report one month in advance of the annual National Council meeting. The procedure is then for the National Council to do an evaluation of the executive director prior to the annual meeting. Since Dr. Yarbrough only submitted the executive director’s report right before the National Council meeting this year, no formal evaluation had been done by the National Council for this year. The Council suggested that Dr. Yarbrough complete a self-evaluation by May 1, 2017, and then the National Council will conduct an evaluation prior to the Executive Committee meeting on July 21. The Executive Committee will determine at that meeting whether to rehire the executive director for the next year. 32. Adjournment. Mr. Veit moved to adjourn; Ms. Yanes-Garcia seconded. Motion passed. Plenary Three adjourned at 10:28 a.m., Sunday, April 9, 2017.

Respectfully submitted, Dr. Lori Mills National Council Secretary

12 2017 National Council Executive Committee Meeting Minutes

1. The Executive Committee (Dr. David Jones, president; Dr. Bill Clemente, vice president; and Dr. Lori Mills, secretary) along with Executive Director Trisha Yarbrough and Director of Operations Lara Noah met in Portland, Oregon, on Saturday, July 22, 2017. The group met at 9:15 a.m. at the Hilton Portland Downtown, which will be the location for the 2018 Alpha Chi National Convention. All the members in the group arrived in Portland on Friday, July 21, with those members who arrived early enough (Dr. Jones, Dr. Mills, and Dr. Yarbrough) eating dinner together that night. 2. Convention and National Council Meeting Minutes – The National Council Meeting and 2017 Convention minutes had already been sent to the Executive Committee for comment. They will be emailed to the entire National Council for comment and approval. A convention services manager from the Hilton Portland Downtown, Ms. Raemie West, gave the group a tour from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. This included a tour of the ballrooms and meeting rooms that Alpha Chi will be using during next year’s convention. 3. Convention Recap of 2017 Louisville Convention. The weather-related issues that occurred in conjunction with the Louisville convention will now be considered when planning for future conventions. 4. Planning for 2018 Portland Convention. The committee discussed considerations for the schedule of next year’s convention. Some thought has been given to re-organizing the schedule to adjust to our meeting room space and to many chapters traveling long distances to attend the convention and moving from Central or Eastern time to Pacific time. One question is whether to do an opening banquet versus doing an opening poster session. We are having the invited speaker be the opening speaker and the distinguished alumnus presentation and talk during the closing awards session. So, we will probably have an opening banquet with a speaker followed by dessert and coffee during the poster session. The Convention Presentations Committee will need to consider how to award prizes, especially considering whether to award separate prizes for poster presentations. The distinguished alumnus has been secured for Saturday night, Dr. John Pistole from Anderson University, as has a keynote speaker for Thursday night, Jeff VanderMeer, an environmentalist and novelist. The theme for the convention will be Our Green Planet. Dr. Bill Clemente will work with the national office staff by mid-August to coordinate a national service project that can be done in conjunction with the convention. The Audit & Finance Committee will make a recommendation to the National Council within the next few weeks about travel and housing grants for the convention. 5. Planning for 2019 Cleveland Convention. The Director of Operations has signed a contract with the Hilton Cleveland Downtown. There are not many dining options very close to the hotel, but the meeting space and hotel are very attractive for the convention. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is within walking distance. 6. Future Convention Sites. Ms. Noah will be soliciting bids from cities such as Denver, Kansas City, Atlanta, Phoenix, and Pittsburgh. The group adjourned for lunch at noon. 7. National Council. The group reconvened after lunch at 1:45 p.m. A. 2017-18 Committee Membership. David Jones distributed a list of tentative committee assignments he generated as National Council members sent him their committee preferences. The Executive Committee reviewed these assignments and revised committee membership as needed. These assignments will be emailed to National Council members soon. B. Committee Charges. Awards & Honors Committee: Two Outstanding Chapter Sponsor Awards will continue to be awarded annually. The Executive Director will generate a list of approximately ten eligible sponsors and narrow that down to five nominees for the Awards & Honors Committee that will then choose winners for the two $200 awards. Notification will be sent this fall to all chapters regarding the new Patricia A. Williams Prize for Outstanding Chapter Member that can be awarded once annually by each chapter. The national office will create a form for chapters to submit so that a certificate can be prepared by the national office. Convention Committee: Nationwide Insurance will continue to fund awards for the Collaborative Research Competition for the 2018 convention. The ad hoc Centennial Planning Committee needs to decide how an update of the history of Alpha Chi will be handled and recommend a budget for its plan. While the Constitution seems to be in good shape, the ad hoc Constitution Committee needs to go through it, as well as the bylaws, to evaluate any changes that need to be made. The Chapter Development Committee should continue work on developing materials for individual chapters such as chapter officer training and a chapter manual or handbook. C. Elections of Regional Officers. Student representatives in Regions II, IV, and VI, regional presidents and vice presidents in all regions, and secretary-treasurers in Regions I and V will need to be elected at the 2018 convention. Each region will determine how it wants to conduct its elections and make that known to its chapters—whether they want to take nominations from the floor and/or have students and faculty submit their nominations before the convention, etc. 8. Executive Director’s Report. Dr. Yarbrough had posted her report in the committee’s Dropbox. She highlighted several points from that report, including a proposal that Alpha Chi participate as a sponsor in the National Collegiate Honors Council (NCHC) conference, which will be held in Atlanta, Nov. 8-12, 2017. Specifically, Dr. Yarbrough recommends that Alpha Chi be a “copper” sponsor, which involves a $2,500 fee. This will cover Dr. Yarbrough’s conference registration fee, recognition of Alpha Chi in the print program and the mobile app, and a link to the Alpha Chi website on the conference website. Dr. Yarbrough also suggested that Alpha Chi hold a reception for current Alpha Chi sponsors attending that conference, as well as faculty members from prospective institutions.

13 VisionPoint had recommended that Alpha Chi market itself at this conference due to many of the attendees being honors program directors and decision-makers regarding the presence of honor societies on their campuses. The Executive Committee recommends that, to increase Alpha Chi’s brand awareness, Dr. Yarbrough be authorized to market Alpha Chi, in conjunction with the VisionPoint marketing plan, at the 2017 NCHC conference. Dr. Yarbrough also spoke about VisionPoint’s Year Two proposal. The cost of this proposal is $202,000. Over $135,000 of that cost is for a new induction management system, given that we now have a redesigned website and need to embed the induction management system within this. This will allow us to have greater security of our students’ information and ownership of the system. Right now, we have no way of updating the system, so we would either have to create a new induction management system or buy the license back from the current company and then still recreate it ourselves. Right now, we are doing business with the company that created the induction management system without a contract. The Executive Committee will soon send the VisionPoint Year Two Plan to the National Council for a vote. Dr. Yarbrough reported on Alpha Chi’s involvement with the Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS). While she was unable to attend the annual meeting in February, she attended its executive board meeting in May. She reported that the ACHS is pursuing a “service mark,” which would be similar to a trademark, in that honor societies who meet certain requirements would be eligible to display this service mark for a set annual fee. Dr. Yarbrough has been serving on the executive board of ACHS. Her term is up this year, but the board president has asked her to continue to serve on the executive board. Dr. Yarbrough asked whether the executive committee approved of her continuing to serve in this way. Serving on the ACHS board requires attendance at a spring board meeting for which Alpha Chi’s pays travel and housing expenses. The committee discussed this and agreed that it is advantageous for Alpha Chi to have Dr. Yarbrough on the executive board of ACHS. Dr. Yarbrough also suggested that Alpha Chi send a survey to institutions that have Alpha Chi chapters, asking them if they have freshman/sophomore honor societies and if they already have partnerships with these societies. She will then consider how to coordinate with these societies. 9. Re-hiring of Executive Director. The Executive Committee agreed to rehire the executive director until the 2018 National Council meeting. A. Process for Evaluation. The executive director will submit her annual report one month in advance of the 2018 National Council Meeting. This will be emailed to all National Council members, who will also be asked to complete an evaluation of the executive director in advance of the meeting. These evaluations will be discussed at the council meeting, so that the council can give the executive director feedback and make an informed decision about hiring her for the next year. 10. Director of Operation’s Report. Ms. Noah distributed a written report. She reported that Region VI had recently sent $4,000 to the national office to endow two convention presentation prizes in honor of former chapter sponsors and national council members Dr. Ann Kneavel (economics) and Dr. Margaret FitzGerald (political science). Ms. Noah has begun work on the 2018 convention and has emailed a speaker’s agreement to upcoming keynote speaker Jeff VanderMeer. The national office will work on national service project plans if such information is not sent to the national office by August 15. Based on feedback, planning complications, and food costs, Ms. Noah suggested that we go back to a plated opening dinner with coffee and dessert served during the poster forum to follow. A brief meeting for judges/presiders would take place right before the banquet. Ms. Noah reported that Aletheia operations continue to progress, with about 40 papers currently in progress. She reported that we currently pay $1,200 per month in office rent, which averages to approximately $16 per square foot per year. She brought several flyers regarding office spaces for lease in Little Rock, as examples of available properties to consider for a possible office move to Little Rock in 2018. Several leasing options have been found in a similar price range per square foot. Given the likelihood of such a move occurring within the next year, the national office will delay the search for a new auditing firm for 2019, as there will be many more firms to choose from in Little Rock. Lastly, Ms. Noah reported that Alpha Chi’s checking account balance was currently at $116,000. There is $74,000 to be paid out in scholarships soon and another $80,000 due to VisionPoint by the end of 2017. In August of 2016, we pulled the 2014 endowment draw, and the 2015 draw was pulled in December 2016. Ms. Noah advised that the 2016 draw needed to occur in the next month, with an additional one-time draw potentially needed in the spring of 2018 for expenses contained in the Year Two marketing plan. Thus, the Audit & Finance Committee will recommend authorization of an additional amount up to $100,000 in a spring 2018 draw, if needed to help with cash flow. 11. This concluded the business of the Executive Committee. Dr. Jones adjourned the meeting at 4:45 p.m.

Respectfully submitted, Dr. Lori Mills National Council Secretary

14 Award Recipients & Donor Honor Roll

Scholarship & Fellowship Nominees & Recipients (Story and photos in Fall 2017 Newsletter.)

Edwin W. Gaston, Jr. and Alfred H. Nolle Scholarship Nominees (stipends for senior year of undergraduate study)

* Nolle recipient A alternate *D declined award *A from alternate to recipient *G Gaston recipient

Justin Alford, Barton College * Marisa Ayers, Lyon College * Audra Bahr, Texas Lutheran University *G Sierra Bailey, Wayland Baptist University Kyla Bartnicki, University of New England Emily Boardman, Wayland Baptist University * Jaspal Brar, University of the Sciences in Philadelphia Allison Braun, Hastings College Jasmine Brock, Harding University Amina Brucaj, Long Island University, Brooklyn Theresa "Tessa" Burrows, Westminster College A Samantha Camilletti, Christopher Newport University A Piper Cleveland, Belmont University A Dustin Connis, Hawai‘i Pacific University Rebekah Csonka, University of Central Arkansas Darcy Dackonish, Colorado Mesa University * Damian Di Florio, Robert Morris University Alyssa Diggs, Arkansas Tech University Clifford Doiron, Franklin Pierce University Caleb Durkee, Friends University Simon Ekman, William Carey University Tilly Erwin, Milligan College Allyson Gregory, East Central University Nicole Hall, Westminster College Riqueza Hendrix, Missouri Western State University Sarah Hethershaw, Southwestern University Alana Hosford, Oklahoma City University Neveen Issa, University of North Carolina at Pembroke * Laura Jardine, Oklahoma City University *G Christian Jessup, Gardner-Webb University Eric Johnson, Goldey-Beacom College Kalina Jurkowski, Cottey College Ansley Katz, Sarah Kirk, Barton College * Valerie Kocsis, Abilene Christian University Tina Kramer, Thiel College Nicole Manges, Huntington University * Kenny Martin, Southern Methodist University Elizabeth McCracken, Grand Canyon University Kara Morrow, Grand Canyon University Brittany Murnion, The University of Montana Western A Caleb N. Nehls, The University of Texas at Tyler Hannah Newton, Martin Methodist College Crystal Padilla, Lindenood University

15 * R. Christian Phillips, Capital University A Shane Powell, West Liberty University Vikash Ramnanan, Angelo State University Elizabeth Rawson, Lee University * Hannah Ray, Gardner-Webb University Sarah Richards, Franklin Pierce University Mariam Riddle, Missouri Western State University * Teresa Rodriguez, The College at Brockport - SUNY Sidney Russell, California State University, Bakersfield Bailey Russell, California State University, Bakersfield Colton Taylor, Fresno Pacific University Joelle Thompson, Columbia College Elizabeth Warner, Rochester College Tyler Werland, University of Texas at San Antonio Laura Williams, Shorter University Hope Woods, Catawba College Kelly Workman, Indiana Institute of Technology Nathan Wyatt, Catawba College Ana Yanes-Garcia, Texas State University-San Marcos

Robert W. Sledge and H.Y. Benedict Fellowship Nominees (stipends for the first year of graduate or professional study)

* Benedict recipient A alternate *D declined award *A from alternate to recipient *S Sledge recipient

Mikkaela Bailey, Southern Wesleyan University A Serena Barbieri, Sam Houston State University J.B. Bilbrey III, Graduated from Anderson University, 2016 * Victoria Morgan Bingham, Florida College Brittany Brackman, Missouri Valley College * Jace Bradshaw, Ouachita Baptist Unversity A Clayton Brady, The College at Brockport - SUNY * Ariana Brice, Bridgewater College John Buttross, Christian Brothers University Desiree Casanova, Nova Southeastern University Sarah Coe, Southwestern University Anna Derkacz, Dominican University Reagan Dobbs, University of Arkansas at Monticello Alyssa Domico, Dominican University A Ashley Duke, Goldey-Beacom College Zanoria Echols, York College Rachael Falgout, Sam Houston State University Elissa Farrar, Harding University *D Daniel Feivor, Bridgewater College * Madison Feldewerth, Westminster College Nathan Flory, Thiel College Isaiah Gerber, Huntington University Sarah Ghaffoor, Chowan University A Alycia Gilbert, Lipscomb University Grace Hayes, Geneva College Ashley Heald, Union University Melissa Hernandez, Chowan University * Allison Johnson, Texas A&M University: Texarkana

16 Kayla Keller, Capital University Muriel Kimbrough, Carson-Newman University Alauna Lasiter, East Central University Han Na Lee, Anderson University Tyler Lee, Montreat College * Tim Lindgren, Westminster College Kassie Little, Campbellsville University Harrison Litzell, Carson-Newman University Courtney Lovelace, York College Ganesh Maniam, Austin College Rachel McDonald, Tarleton State University *S Michael McLawhorn, Mars Hill University Andrea Mendoza Lespron, Midwestern State University Nicole Mihalik, West Liberty University Michaela Miller, Milligan College Benjamin Miller, Christopher Newport University * Gabrielle Mistretta, Columbia College Misbah Muzaffer, Bluefield College Kyla Nichols, Mount Saint Mary College Anthony Nordman, Shorter University Michael O'Brien, Arkansas Tech University Kaleena Odd, Hastings College Blake Rainey, Southern Methodist University Jennifer Reed, Tennessee Wesleyan University Mykela Riedl, Sterling College William Roy, Texas Lutheran University *S Sofia Sedergren, Greensboro College Sarah Short, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor *A Melanie Smith, Greensboro College Jessica Smith, New Mexico State University * Tina Somchit, Waldorf University Brian Song, Belmont University Amanda Stephens, Abilene Christian University Jennifer Stewart, Martin Methodist College Hannah Stockton, University of North Carolina at Pembroke Kendra Tamaklo, Lander University Delaney Testerman, Texas State University Chamapuwa Tinago, William Carey University Hannah Troup, Geneva College Miah Wagnon, Angelo State University ShaiAsia Wannamaker, University of La Verne * Hope Woods, Lyon College Sara Yeager, Florida College Ashley Zeabart, Indiana Tech

Joseph E. Pryor Graduate Fellowship Nominees (stipends to graduate student members)

D Doctoral recipient ($6,000) A Alternate M Master’s recipient ($4,000)

Christine Ames, Texas State University - San Marcos, Texas A Neha Bang, Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences Oluwamuyima Bashorun, Abilene Christian University Elizabeth Bertram, Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University

17 Katelyn Bianchini, Lipscomb University Emily Cecil, Emily Rose Clayton, Graduate of Martin Methodist College, Pulaski, TN Mark Deka, Texas State University Megan Fontenot, N/A (recent graduate) Giselle Greenidge, University of North Texas Mary Anne Gunter, Harding University Graduate School (MFT Program) Edward Harthorn, Arkansas State University Sarah Hinds, Nathan Holtman, S. J. Quinney College of Law - University of Utah Patrina Jamieson, La Sierra University Kelly Johns, University of Indianapolis Lydia Kohl, N/A- Graduated from Hannibal-LaGrange University May 2014 A Maël Le Noc, Texas State University Helen Sabrina LeMay, Colorado State University Global Campus Md Niaz Morshed, Texas State University Chelsea Myhree, Abilene Christian University Basil Onyia, Linde*ood University Francesca Patrick, Our Lady of the Lake University Juliette Ratchford, Fuller Theological Seminary M Whitni Redman, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, TX Krista Rogers, Southeastern University Kelyn Rola, Southern Methodist University Natalie Tardy, Grand Canyon University Yisrael Vincent, Evangel University: Assemblies of God Theological Seminary D Chunhong (Chloe) Zhao, Texas State University

2015-16 Star Chapters Award Recipients (announced during 2017 regional meetings)

Region I Region III Region V Abilene Christian University, Texas Psi Belmont University, Tennessee Eta Anderson University, Indiana Alpha Midwestern State University, Texas Alpha Carson-Newman University, Tennessee Delta Campbellsville University, Kentucky Lambda Gamma Catawba College, North Carolina Omicron Huntington University, Indiana Beta Texas Lutheran University, Texas Alpha Delta Chowan University, North Carolina Phi Indiana Institute of Technology, Indiana Lambda Texas State University, Texas Iota Christian Brothers University, Tennessee Theta Ohio Valley University, West Virginia Zeta University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, Texas Beta Gardner-Webb University, North Carolina Zeta University of Texas at El Paso, Texas Alpha Beta Lander University, South Carolina Alpha Region VI Wayland Baptist University, Texas Alpha Eta Lipscomb University, Tennessee Kappa Goldey-Beacom College, Delaware Beta Milligan College, Tennessee Nu Long Island University, Brooklyn, New York Region II Shorter University, Georgia Theta Sigma East Central University, Oklahoma Gamma University of North Carolina at Pembroke, North Harding University, Arkansas Eta Carolina Kappa Region VII Lyon College, Arkansas Iota William Carey University, Mississippi Beta California State University, Bakersfield, Oklahoma Christian University, Oklahoma California Iota Region IV Fresno Pacific University, California Zeta Epsilon Hawai‘i Pacific University, Hawai‘i Beta Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma Eta Hastings College, Nebraska Alpha Kansas Wesleyan University, Kansas Delta Ouachita Baptist University, Arkansas Beta Lindenwood University, Missouri Pi Southern Methodist University, Texas Alpha Missouri Valley College, Missouri Sigma Omega Missouri Western State University, Missouri Texas A&M University – Texarkana, Texas Beta Lambda Alpha Westminster College, Missouri Delta University of Arkansas at Monticello, Arkansas Zeta University of Central Arkansas, Arkansas Gamma University of North Texas, Texas Eta University of Texas at Tyler, Texas Alpha Xi

18 2016 Donor Honor Roll

BENEFACTORS—$1,000 or more Avery Grenfell Church

CONTRIBUTORS—up to $1,000 James D. Bishop Ruth Naliah Jane A. Childers Robert Ramirez Brian Mathers Bonnie Revelle Paul Michelson Trisha Yarbrough

Region I Report

Minutes 1. Call to order (Session I): Karl Havlak, Secretary-Treasurer, called the meeting to order at 9:15 a.m. on April 7 in the McCreary room of the Galt House Hotel. The delegate list from the National Office indicated that delegations from the following chapters were present at the convention: Abilene Christian University, Angelo State University, Institute of American Indian Art, Midwestern State University, New Mexico State University, Texas Lutheran University, Texas State University, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, University of Texas at El Paso (absent from regional meeting), University of Texas at San Antonio, and Wayland Baptist University. 2. Treasurer’s Report: Karl Havlak, Region I Secretary-Treasurer, circulated copies of the report showing Region I had total assets of $149,078.46 as of 12-31-2016. Karl Havlak also reported that investment holdings realized small gains for the year. Total cost to Region I for the 2016 National Convention (including scholarships) was $26,800. 3. 2015 Minutes: The minutes from the 2016 meeting in Alexandria were circulated and approved. 4. Scholarship Recipients: The $250 Chapter Scholarship winners that had been designated prior to the business meeting were announced. The $1000 Region I Convention Undergraduate Scholarship winners and the Region I Undergraduate Scholarship winner were announced. Karl Havlak indicated that the list winners of all awards at the convention would be sent to all Region I sponsors. 5. Star Chapter and Notable Chapter Recipients: Karl Havlak recognized all Star Chapter recipients from Region I: Abilene Christian University, Midwestern State University, Texas Lutheran University, Texas State University, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, University of Texas at El Paso, and Wayland Baptist University. Angelo State University was recognized as a Notable Chapter recipient. 6. Region I Student Representative to the National Council: Outgoing representative Katy Cox Maddux gave an overview of the duties of the position. Nominees for Katy’s replacement will be accepted at the business meeting on April 8. 7. Presidential Cup: Karl Havlak explained the President’s Cup competition and encouraged chapters to seek nomination to participate in next year’s competition. Abilene Christian University and Texas State University are already under consideration for the 2017 award and each gave a brief overview of their chapter’s activities. 8. Region I Funding Information: Karl Havlak distributed information regarding regional rebates for future conventions. Discussion on the issue will continue in the April 8th business meeting. 9. Karl Havlak adjourned the meeting at 10:00 a.m. 10. Call to order (Session II): Jodi Pilgrim, President, called the meeting to order at 8:04 a.m., on April 8 in the McCreary room of the Galt House Hotel. 11. Sponsor Introductions: Sponsors were asked to introduce themselves so that they could be recognized. 12. Scholarship Winners: Scholarship winners who were not in attendance at the first business meeting due to flight cancellations were recognized. Additional chapter scholarship winners who were designated after the first business meeting were also recognized. 13. President’s Cup Nominee: The Texas State University chapter received the nomination to represent Region I in the 2018 President’s Cup competition. 14. Region I Funding Discussion: Karl Havlak presented the funding proposal for Region I, which was proposed by the Executive Committee. A. Proposal: i. Travel Subsidy: $500 for the first two delegates, $250 per delegate for up to 3 more delegates ($1750 maximum per chapter) ii. Scholarships: Three $500 regional scholarships ($1500 total) for undergraduate students attending the convention (it is also proposed that the scholarships be open to all Region I students who are presenting at the convention and not limited to two applicants from each chapter); no chapter scholarships.

19 iii. Under this proposal, it is projected that the treasury will have sufficient funds to fund travel and scholarships through the 2025 convention. B. Norm Beck asked to amend the proposal to increase the number of scholarships to six $500 scholarships. With the change, the regional treasury would likely be able to fund travel through the 2024 convention. The amendment was accepted, and the proposal was accepted by the region. 15. Table Discussions: Jodi Pilgrim asked chapters to mingle with other chapters as they discussed a table prompt. Each table reported one item of interest to the whole group after the discussions. 16. Jodi Pilgrim adjourned the meeting at 8:45 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Karl Havlak. Region I Secretary-Treasurer Financial Statement—Region I Year Ending 31 December 2016

Balance on Hand, 1 January 2016 First Financial Bank of Abilene (Checking) $ 11,493.35 Morgan Stanley Deposit Account (MSDA) $ 375.10 Fidelity Capital Appreciation $ 45,802.80 Fidelity Contrafund $ 52,273.70 T. Rowe Price New American Growth Fund $ 59,796.11 Total Beginning Balance $169,741.06

Receipts Liquidated from Fidelity Contrafund 03-21-16 $ 10,006.50 Liquidated from T. Rowe Price New American Growth Fund 03-21-16 $ 10,006.50 Liquidated from Fidelity Capital Appreciation Fund 03-21-16 $ 10,006.50 Liquidated from Fidelity Contrafund 12-02-16 $ 13,306.50 Liquidated from T. Rowe Price New American Growth Fund 12-02-16 $ 13,306.50 Liquidated from Fidelity Capital Appreciation Fund 12-02-16 $ 13,306.50 National Dues Rebates (Fall Dues) $ 4,795.00 National Dues Rebates (Spring Dues) $ - Total Receipts $74,734.00

Disbursements Investment Management Fees and Transaction Fees (from MSDA) $ 189.00 National Convention - Alexandria, VA -Travel Subsidies $ 18,500.00 National Convention - Alexandria, VA -Chapter Scholarships $ 2,250.00 National Convention -Alexandria, VA -Regional Scholarships $ 6,000.00 Total Disbursements $(26,939.00)

Gain/(Loss) on Investments Morgan Stanley Deposit Account Interest $ 0.11 Fidelity Capital Appreciation $ 693.18 Fidelity Contrafund $ 950.76 T. Rowe Price New American Growth Fund $ (162.65) Total Gain on Investments $1,481.40

Assets at December 31, 2016 First Financial Bank of Abilene (Checking) $ 58,538.35 Morgan Stanley Deposit Account $ 1,125.21 Fidelity Capital Appreciation $ 23,182.98 Fidelity Contrafund $ 29,911.46 T. Rowe Price New American Growth Fund $36,320.46

Net Worth December 31, 2016 $149,078.46

Respectfully submitted, Karl Havlak Region I Secretary-Treasurer

20 Region II Report Minutes 1. Welcome - Dr. Lori Hensley, President of Region II, called the meeting to order on April 7th and 8th, 2017 during the National Convention of Alpha Chi, meeting in Louisville, Kentucky, at the Galt House Hotel. 2. Chapter Roll Call (Suzanne Pundt, Region II Secretary/Treasurer) – The following 13 chapters (and 497 individuals) attended the 2017 National Convention: • East Central University – arrived late • Harding University • Lyon College • Oklahoma City University • Oklahoma Christian University – arrived late • Ouachita Baptist University • Sam Houston State University • Southeastern Oklahoma State University • Southern Methodist University • Texas A&M University – Texarkana • University of Arkansas at Monticello • University of Central Arkansas • University of North Texas • University of Texas at Tyler 3. Approval of the 2016 Minutes – The minutes from the 2016 Region II Business meeting held in Alexandria, Virginia, were distributed (along with the Financial Report) prior to the convention by email, and during the business meeting; approved unanimously. 4. Treasurer’s Report – The 2016 financial report for Region II was accepted unanimously as submitted. 5. Star Chapter Awards - Eleven chapters from Region II received the award for 2015-16: • East Central University, Oklahoma Gamma (Christine Pappas) • Lyon College, Arkansas Iota (Nikki Yonts) • Oklahoma Christian University (John Harrison, Travis Montgomery) • Oklahoma City University (Tony Stancampiano) • Ouachita Baptist University, Arkansas Beta (Lori Hensley) • Southern Methodist University, Texas Alpha Omega (Thomas Tunks) • Texas A&M University – Texarkana (Doug Julien) • University of Arkansas at Monticello, Arkansas Zeta (Kate Stewart) • University of Central Arkansas, Arkansas Gamma (Amber Wilson) • University of North Texas, Texas Eta (Jeanne Tunks) • University of Texas at Tyler, Texas Alpha Xi (Suzanne Pundt) 6. Committee Reports • Outstanding Chapter Nominees – • Ouachita Baptist University and The University of Arkansas at Monticello are the Region II nominees for the 2017 competition (Jeanne Tunks, Amber Wilson, and Linda Thompson served on the nominating committee) • The University of North Texas, and Ouachita Baptist University intend to compete in 2018 • Region II Student Representative Jace Bradshaw’s Report – Jace provided the Regional delegates with a summary of recent National Council topics, including the new Strategic Plan, the Visionpoint marketing plan, the national office move from the Harding campus into a building in Searcy (with possible plans to relocate to Little Rock by 2018), and the installation of two new chapters. He then reminded delegates that a new student representative will be elected at next year’s convention in Portland, Oregon, and explained the duties of the office. • Audit Committee (Kate Stewart, Tom Tunks, and Jeanne Tunks) examined the financial records of Region II and found them to be in good order. They recommended acceptance of the Financial (Treasurer’s) Report as submitted. • Gaston Scholarship Committee (Lori Hensley and Suzanne Pundt) recommended that Hannah Templin from Lyon College be awarded the 2017-18 Region II Scholarship. Jasmine Brock from Harding University is the first alternate. • Pryor Fellowship Committee (Anthony Stancampiano, Tom Tunks, and Jeanne Tunks) recommended that Hunter Edwards from Oklahoma Christian be awarded the 2017-18 Region II Fellowship. Cody Austin Bijou from the University of Arkansas at Monticello is the first alternate, and Keeley Wooten from Lyon College is the second alternate. • Delegates voted to award the first alternate in each category a $100 stipend. 7. Old Business • A summary of the regional procedure changes initiated last year are as follows: i. Regional rebates would be discontinued immediately

21 ii. Regions would continue paying travel reimbursements and scholarships until their funds ran out iii. The National Council would then raise travel reimbursements to offset the reimbursements paid previously at the regional level; amount to be determined by the Audit and Finance committee of the National Council. iv. Regional scholarships would also be paid in an amount to be determined by the Audit and Finance committee of the National Council. • Procedure for determining Region II nominees for the Outstanding Chapter Award each year: When more than two chapters express an interest in competing, a committee will be appointed at the convention which will be made up of three faculty sponsors from chapters that are not competing. Annual reports from the three most current years will be sent to the committee members via the regional president and secretary / treasurer, and the committee will then choose the two regional nominees. This process should be completed by August 1 of each year to allow the nominees the full fall semester for activity planning. 8. New Business – Region II President Lori Hensley will be leaving Ouachita Baptist University and the end of this term. She will be unable to attend next year’s convention unless the region provides funding, because her new university (Jacksonville State) does not have an Alpha Chi chapter. The alternative would be to elect a new regional president at this meeting. Delegates voted unanimously to pay for Dr. Hensley’s travel to the 2018 convention in Portland, Oregon, with an expenditure of approximately $1000. 9. Meeting adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Suzanne Pundt Region II Secretary-Treasurer

Financial Statement—Region II For year ending 31 December 2016

Balance on Hand, 1 January 2016 Regions Bank Checking Account 20,407.90 ING Direct Savings 11,597.61 Total Beginning Balance $32,005.51

Receipts National Dues Rebate 2-29-16 7,882.00 National Dues Rebate NA Interest-ING Direct Savings 46.39 Total Receipts $7,928.39

Disbursements National Convention-Chapter Reimbursements 7,600.00 Gaston and Pryor Awards 2,000.00 Total Disbursements ($9,600.00)

Balance on Hand, 31 December 2016 $30,333.90

Assets at 31 December 2016 Regions Bank Checking Account 18,689.90 ING Business Savings 11,644.00 Total Assets $30,333.90

Respectfully submitted, Suzanne Pundt Region II Secretary-Treasurer

22 Region III Report Minutes

1. Region III President John McLaughlin called the meeting on April 7 to order at 9:15 a.m. Attending chapters: Bluefield College, Carson-Newman University, Catawba College, Chowan University, Christian Brothers University, Erskine College, Florida College, Freed-Hardeman University, Gardner-Webb University, Greensboro College, Lander University, Lipscomb University, Mars Hill University, Martin Methodist College, Milligan College, Shorter University, Tennessee Wesleyan College, University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2. The meeting minutes from the April 8-9, 2016 Convention in Alexandria, VA were unanimously approved as presented. 3. President McLaughlin recognized and welcomed Sarah Giles to the front. Ms. Giles is the outgoing Region II NC representative. She spoke about her experience serving as the student representative. McLaughlin thanked for her past participation and reminded all the position was for 2 years. 4. Election of new student representative for Region III. McLaughlin noted there was little response to his emails (to Region III- chapter sponsors) requesting nominations for the position. Two candidates were present: Hannah Ray (Gardner-Webb) and Kayla Avery (Shorter University). After a brief speech from both candidates, Avery was elected as the new NC student representative for Region III. 5. Treasurer report. Secretary/Treasurer Mahan presented a financial report for the 2016 Region III cash receipts, disbursements and investment activity (see attached). There were no questions of or changes to the report as presented. Mahan noted the cash from the Region III mutual fund investments was not yet available (once the order to sell a mutual fund is placed, it takes several days before the funds are available). Therefore the 2017 subsidy checks could not be issued at the convention. Mahan indicated checks would be issued within 2 weeks of the convention. 6. 2017 Region III scholarship awards. Vice-president Kathi Vosevich announced the following winners: a. Undergraduate winners: i. Sarah Spaulding (Carson-Newman) ii. Christian Jessup (Gardner-Webb) b. Graduate winners: i. Melanie Smith (Greensboro College) ii. Michael McLawhorn (Mars Hill) 7. Star Chapters. President McLaughlin announced the following Alpha Chi Region III Star chapters for 2017: Belmont University, Carson-Newman University, Catawba College, Chowan University, Christian Brothers University, Gardner-Webb University, Lander University, Lipscomb University, Milligan College, Shorter University, University of North Carolina at Pembroke, William Carey University 8. The two nominees for the 2018 outstanding chapter award are Shorter University and Gardner-Webb University. 9. Senior Plans. President McLaughlin called on graduating seniors to stand and announce their plans after graduation. 10. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:00 a.m.

[Note: there was a second Region III meeting scheduled for Saturday April 8, 2017. No official business was conducted and any graduating seniors who did not speak at the previous meeting were invited to stand and tell of their plans.]

Submitted by Dr. Robert Mahan, CPA Financial Statement—Region III Secretary/Treasurer Region III For year ending 31 December 2016

Balance on Hand, 1 January 2016 Morgan Stanley Cash/Checking Account 44,036.46 Total Beginning Balance $44,036.46

Receipts National Dues Rebate deposited 0.00 Total Receipts $0.00

Disbursements Region III Chapter Subsidies 31,800.00 Scholarships 3,000.00 Morgan Stanley Account Fees 150.00 Total Disbursements ($34,950.00)

Earnings

23 Dividend Reinvestments (2,215.67) Income 3,579.98 Total Earnings $1,364.31

Balance on Hand December 31, 2016 $10,450.77

Morgan Stanley Mutual Funds

Balance – December 31, 2015 (Note 1) $68,789.32 Change in value 6,398.89 Balance – December 31, 2016 (Note 1) $75,188.21

Total Net Worth December 31, 2015 $85,638.98

Note 1 — Listing of Individual Mutual Fund Account Balances

31-Dec-15 31-Dec-16 American Century Eqi Inc A $22,334.39 26,622.13 Blackrock US Opportunities C 2,906.00 2,862.71 Ivy Limited Term BD C 4,422.75 4,439.23 Janus Perkins Mid Cap Value C 2,729.50 2,938.50 MFS International Value C 13,696.72 13,991.04 Oppenheimer Developing Markets C 4,459.95 4,731.81 Pimco Total Return C 8,756.11 8,721.33 Sentinel Small Co C 1,541.53 1,605.10 Teton (Gamco) Westwood Mighty Mites C 4,480.27 4,129.70 T Rowe Price Eqi-Inc 3,462.10 5,146.66 Total $68,789.32 $75,188.21

Note 2 — Other Information

• At the end of 2016, the Region III account was composed of 12.2% cash and 87.80% high-quality Morningstar 5-star rated diverse mutual funds. • The Region III cash account earned $3,579.98 during 2016 (down from $4,768.20 in 2015) and a net value increase of the mutual funds of $6,398.89 for 2016 (up from a decline in value of $3,496.75 in 2015). • The Region III account is held at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC in Nashville, and the account advisor is Bob Gessler. • The Morgan Stanley monthly reports and financial records are always available online to every Region III Executive Officer.

Submitted by Robert L. Mahan Region III Secretary-Treasurer

Region IV Report Minutes

1. Jessica Henry called the meeting to order at 11:15 a.m. Officers Present: Jessica Henry, Ethan Veit, Michael Collins. Officers Absent: None 2. Chapters Present: Cottey College, Grand View University, Harris-Stowe State University, Hastings College, Kansas Wesleyan University, Lindenwood University, Missouri Valley College, Missouri Western State University, Park University, Waldorf University, Westminster College, and William Penn University

24 3. The 2016 minutes were reviewed. Grand View is two separate words, Missouri Valley State College should be Missouri Valley College and list in attendance Park University. Alex Sylvius moved to accept the minutes, and Kent Strodtman seconded. Minutes approved with corrections. 4. Welcome to Cottey College as new to Alpha Chi and Region IV. 5. Star Chapters in the region were recognized: Hastings College, Kansas Wesleyan University, Lindenwood University, Missouri Valley College, Missouri Western State University, Westminster College 6. Region IV Scholarship Recipients: • Dr. Henry created a rubric with more specific criteria to facilitate the judging of the scholarship and guidelines for students. Moving forward we can use those guidelines and rubric. • Dr. Henry thanked reviewers who each reviewed four papers. Each paper had two reviewers. Scholarships were determined on the scores from the reviewers. If sponsors have any suggestions about the rubric, let Dr. Henry know. She notes that the rubric is general to apply to many different disciplines. She is open to suggestions. • Scholarship winners: Two $500 scholarships. Matt Brown and Marcus Brown from Hastings College. 7. President’s Cup Nominees (region can nominate one per every 20 chapters in the region): Nominees will complete materials throughout the year and President’s Cup will be awarded at the next convention. • Dr. Henry described the criteria. Linda Leavitt nominated Lindenwood University. Michael Collins nominated Hastings College. Kelsey Perry nominated Columbia College. • Dr. Henry suggests examining applications from former winners to gauge how to fill out applications and guidelines. David Jones suggests contacting Evangel University. • David Jones moved to accept the nominations. Michael Collins seconded. Motion Approved. 8. Upcoming elections were defined. The President is elected for a two-year term. The next election will take place in 2018. The Vice President for two-year term. The next election will take place in 2018. The Secretary-Treasurer is elected for a four-year term. The next election will take place in 2020. The Student Representative to the National Council is elected for two-year term. The next election will take place in 2018. 9. Ethan Veit described his role as student representative so that others may think about running for Student Rep next year. Student reps come to the convention earlier than other students. The second meeting at the conference will include a coffee and conversation meeting at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with other universities. We will be pairing with a marketing firm and Ethan took a selfie at our Friday Region IV meeting to increase our presence on social media. 10. Treasurer’s Report: Teddi Deka discussed how our region has no funds and our treasury is now turned over to National. All other treasuries will eventually be turned over to national. Our reimbursements have not changed, and we are actually able to offer a higher amount for regional scholarships - $1000 total, as noted by David Jones. 11. Reimbursements: Regions are instructed to fill out the forms which were passed out at the meeting and turn in on Saturday. If the students missed a day, fill out the sheet as if you did not miss a day and note this on the form. Overall, the region felt comfortable with the changes in the treasury and the reimbursements. A question was posed whether we will eventually go to a national form. Teddi Deka suggested that it will probably go that way but it is not known. 12. Scholarship Guidelines: See above. 13. Aletheia: Dr. Henry encouraged students to submit to our journal, Aletheia. 14. Meeting adjourned at 10:00 a.m.

Financial Statement—Region IV For year ending 31 December 2016

All Region IV financial matters are now handled through the national office with input from the region representatives.

Submitted by Teddi Deka Region IV Secretary-Treasurer

Region V Report

Minutes

1. The meeting was called to order on April 7, 2017, by Dr. Blake Janutolo, Anderson University, 2. Six chapters were present: Anderson University, , Campbellsville University, Huntington University, Indiana Institute of Technology, Ohio Valley University, West Liberty University 3. The minutes of the business meeting of April 8, 2016 were approved as amended. Dr, Chris Tiahrt, of Brescia University, requested the minutes be amended to include discussion of the proposed changes in the National Office reimbursement to the regions. The result of this discussion of which resulted in a letter to the National Council

25 President formally objecting to the proposed changes. The motion to accept the amended minutes was made by Dr. Linda Cowan, West Liberty University and seconded by Tanner Babb of Huntington University. The motion passed. 4. The Secretary-Treasurer, Dr. Craig Rogers, distributed a written report. We began 2015 with a balance of $25,056.60 cash on hand. • The 2015 Region V Fellowship winner and alternate were paid a total of $1300 leaving the balance at $23,756.60. • The national dues rebate received in February was $2,170.00, resulting in a balance of $25,926.60 • The travel subsides paid for the national convention in Washington, DC equaled $6,950.00, resulting in a remaining balance of $18,976.60. • In September, the 2016 Region V Scholarship winner was paid $750 and the fellowship winner was paid $1000, resulting in a balance of $17,226.60. • The balance in the Region V treasury, located at Taylor County Bank in Campbellsville, KY on December 31, 2016 was $17,226.60. 5. Five chapters were recognized as receiving star chapter awards. They include Anderson University, Campbellsville University, Huntington University, Indiana Institute of Technology, and Ohio Valley University. 6. The scholarship committee announced the winner of this year’s competition. The winner, announced by Dr. Linda Cowan of West Liberty University, was Janiece Regan of Huntington University. The alternate was Josh Vallance of Anderson University. Dr. Dave Rumsey of Indiana Tech. announced the fellowship committee winner. The winner was J.B. Bilbrey of Anderson University and the alternate was Isaiah Gerber of Huntington University. 7. Dr. Craig Rogers gave a report on the National Council meeting. Dr. Blake Janutolo gave the President’s report. Emily Mancos gave the student representative report. The next convention will be held in Portland, OR. 8. Regional elections were held. We elected Elliot Collins of West Liberty University as the student representative to the National Council for 2017-2019. 9. With no other business, the meeting was adjourned.

Respectfully submitted, Craig L. Rogers Region V Secretary-Treasurer

26 Financial Statement—Region V For year ending 31 December 2016

Balance on Hand, January 1, 2016 Taylor County Bank, Campbellsville, KY-Checking 25,056.60

Income National Dues Rebate, February 2016 2,170.00 Total Income $2,170.00

Expenses 2016 Washington, DC National Convention 6,950.00 2015 Region V Fellowship 1,300.00 2016 Region V Scholarship 750.00 2016 Region V Fellowship 1,000.00 Total Expenses ($10,000.00)

Ending Balance December 31, 2016 Taylor County Bank, Campbellsville, KY $17,226.60 Total Assets $17,226.60

Respectfully submitted, Craig L. Rogers Region V Secretary-Treasurer

Region VI Report

Minutes 1. Call to Order by Dr. Agashi Nwogbaba, president, at 9:19 a.m. 2. Reciting of Alpha Chi Motto: “You Shall Know the Truth and the Truth Shall Set You Free”. 3. Roll Call of Region VI Officers: Dr. Agashi Nwogbaga, President; Dr. Shireen Rahman, Vice President; Dr. Kenneth A. LaSota, Secretary-Treasurer; Mr. Robert Carpenter, Student Representative. 4. Roll Call of Region VI members and guests: There were twelve (12) chapters in attendance: University of the Sciences, Goldey- Beacom College, Pace University (NY), Wesley College, Robert Morris University, Roger Williams University, and St. Vincent College, Thiel College, Massachusetts College of the Liberal Arts, Franklin Pierce University, University of New England, Maine, and Dominion College of Blauvelt. Special Guests: Dr. Bonita Cade, National Board Member and Josh Chicko, Region VI Web Master. 5. Review of Minutes of 2016 Region VI Meeting in Alexandria, VA. Minutes accepted as submitted. 6. Review of Region VI 2016 Financial Statement. It was noted that Region VI began 2016 with net worth of $49,883.79 and ended 2016 with a net worth of $45,158.75, reflecting the discontinuation of national subsidies to the Regions. Region VI liquidated several investment accounts putting the proceeds into a savings account. Financial statements accepted as submitted. 7. Distribution of Davis Awards: Davis Awards were distributed to students from Bowie State University, Wesley College, Robert Morris University, Franklin Pierce University and Long Island University, Brooklyn. 8. Region VI Scholarships for Best Student Papers. Awards of $250 were presented to students in four categories ($1,000 in total awards): Natural Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Professional Arts and Social Sciences. 9. Region VI Star Chapter winners (for 2015-16 academic year) were recognized: Goldey-Beacom College and Long Island University, Brooklyn. Roger Williams College was recognized as a winner of a Notable Chapter Award. 10. Under New Business, it was announced that the 2018 National Convention would be in Portland, Oregon. 11. Under Old Business, Region VI chapter, Long Island University, Brooklyn, was recognized as the winner of the 2016 Alpha Chi President’s Cup, the third Region VI chapter to win this award.

27 12. Region VI voted to again reimburse the Region VI webmaster, Mr. Josh Chicko, Pace University (NY), $300 for expenses related to maintaining www.AlphaChi6.org. The webmaster reviewed several highlights of the web page. Region VI’s page is considered among the best regional web sites within the Alpha Chi family of web sites. 13. Forms for Region VI chapters to be reimbursed for expenses up to $750 for a faculty sponsor and $750 for a student delegate, up to $1,500 per chapter, for travel to Louisville were distributed. 14. There was a general discussion of Conference Sponsored Highlights and Activities in and around the Louisville area. 15. Motion to Adjourn, 9:57 a.m.

Financial Statement—Region VI Net Worth Statement, Year Ending 31 December 2016

Balance on Hand, January 1, 2016 West Air Comm Federal Credit Union (FCU) $40,420.02 Checking $9,119.37 Savings $31,300.65 VSR Financial Account $9,463.77 Total Beginning Balances $49,883.79

Receipts National Dues Rebate 2/5/16 $5,026.00 West Air Comm Federal Credit Union (FCU) Interest earned 2016 $50.36 Increase in VSR account $609.55 Miscellaneous $30.92 Total Receipts $5,716.83

Disbursements Awards – Davis (calligraphy) $10.70 Webmaster expenses $300.00 Student Awards (5 @ 250) $ 1,250.00 Regional Chapter Subsidies (800 max) $ 8,881.17 Total Disbursements ($10,441.87)

Asset Balance as of 12/31/2016 West Air Comm FCU $45,158.75 Checking $722.50 Savings $44,436.25 VSR Financial Account (Liquidation of VRS Financial Account 8/3/16 $10,073.32 transferred to West Air Comm FCU) $0.00 $45,158.75 Total Assets $45,158.75

Respectfully submitted, Dr. Ken LaSota Region VI Secretary-Treasurer

28 Region VII Report Minutes

Friday, April 7, 2017 1. Members present: California State University, Bakersfield (Dr. Jacqueline Kegley, Vice President), California Baptist University (Jeffrey Barnes), University of La Verne (Jeffrey Kahan), Hawai‘i Pacific University (Dr. Bill Potter), Grand Canyon University (Thomas Varkey), and Fresno Pacific University (President Dr. Marshall Johnston and Dr. Nathan Carson). 2. Members absent: Secretary-Treasurer Dr. Pamela Johnston from Fresno Pacific University. (Colton Taylor recorded the minutes of this meeting.) 3. Dr. Bill Potter from Hawai‘i Pacific University spoke about the Region VII Student Representative position on the National Council. It is a two-year term, but it involves three conventions. The person who is elected will meet tonight, attend next year’s convention, attend the convention two years from now and serve until a new representative is elected. The costs for attending next two conventions will be covered. 4. Members of the National Council will also serve on committees. 5. The voting procedure for a student representative: Delegations that are present participate. Each delegation has two votes, one for faculty sponsor and one for student representative, which is a total of ten votes from five chapters. The person who is second place in voting will be the alternate representative. 6. Zach Merhavy was nominated by Thomas Varkey from Grand Canyon University. Zach Merhavy was born in Israel, is studying pre-med, and wants to cure the common cold. He prayed about this opportunity. He ran nine clubs this year, and he also made biology and chemistry videos for students at GCU without pay. 7. Nomination of Bailey Russell by Dr. Jacqueline Kegley and nomination of Sidney Russell by student Bailey Russell. Sidney Russell is involved in four organizations, working to bring the dance marathon back to CSUB (charity event where people dance for kids for one day), which partners with Miracle Network Hospital. She and her sister Bailey Russell are key components of the University Writing center. 8. This will take place through a secret ballot, and the person who gets the second highest number of votes is the alternate candidate. • California State University, Bakersfield: Bailey and Sidney Russell • Grand Canyon University: Zach Merhavy • Winner is Zach Merhavy (student representative) with 5 votes and Bailey Russell (alternate) with 4 votes. 9. Election of a new Secretary-Treasurer for Region VII: This person will be a member of National Council. Dr. Pamela Johnston from Fresno Pacific University has been the Secretary-Treasurer, but is no longer available to serve in that position because she is leading the search committee for Fresno Pacific’s new provost. 10. Motion to cast a unanimous ballot for Dr. Jacqueline Kegley as Secretary-Treasury of Region VII by Bill Potter and seconded by Jeffrey Kahan. 11. Dr. Jacqueline Kegley has assumed the remainder of Dr. Pamela Johnston’s term from 2016 to 2020. 12. Breanna Naegeli is a nomination for Region VII Vice President by Grand Canyon University. 13. Trisha has communicated with her and believes her to be extremely competent for this Vice President job. She advocates for her and is impressed by her. Thomas Varkey from GCU: Breanna has taken on role of three people at GCU at a new honors program at GCU, study abroad, tutoring, and honors college. is heavily involved as sponsor for AX, and another honors society, heavily involved with leadership and is assistant dean of Honors College. 14. Zach Merhavy: she is his boss, during the past year, she is very kind and is there for students, she is empathetic, she is a mentor to him. She is encouraging and inspirational. 15. Motion to unanimously acclaim Breanna as the Vice President of AX Region VII by Dr. Marshall Johnston and seconded by Thomas Varkey.

Submitted by Colton Taylor, Fresno Pacific University Student Delegate

Saturday, April 8, 2017 1. Called to Order at 8:15 a.m. 2. Members present: CSU Bakersfield (Vice President Dr. Jacquelyn Kegley), California Baptist University (Jeffrey Barnes), University of LaVerne (Jeffrey Kahan), Hawai‘i Pacific University (Dr. Bill Potter), Grand Canyon University (Thomas Varkey), and Fresno Pacific University (President Dr. Marshall Johnston and Dr. Nathan Carson). 3. Financial Report – President Johnston reported that Region VII has about $13,000 in the treasury.

4. Report on Activities of the Chapters

29 • Fresno Pacific – Marshall Johnston reported that their institution has had a President and Provost change. The chapter initiated nominations for the most inspirational professors. Under the new President Jones, they have combined Honors. • CSUB – Reported that they plan to continue with their Candlelight ceremony., although there were some safety objections. The chapter participated with a room at Rowdy Con- they joined with other Honors programs in Philosophy, English, and Accounting. At the fall Rowdy Runner Night, the California Iota chapter had a booth entitled “Are you Smarter than Rowdy?” This was a contest and the English, History, Philosophy, and Accounting Honors all contributed questions and prizes. • Hawai’i Pacific – Reported that they had initiated new members at Aloha Tower. They do their candles outside, but it tends to be too windy. They always have a faculty speaker. • Grand Canyon – Reported they have an Honors College with two Honors Societies. They are glad to be back after 12 years. They had a large induction ceremony with over 700 plus imitates. • Cal Baptist – Reported that they inducted over 100. The provost is always invited. They hold a social event several weeks before induction. • Laverne – Reported that has 120 initiates out of 300 plus invites. They found that when they accidentally raised fees, it did not make difference in numbers. • Many schools are now doing two inductions – Laverne did not find it made a difference in attendance. 5. Financial support • Fresno and CSUB reported they have full financial support from the university. • LaVerne reported they must go through hoops to get money. They have local dues. • Hawaii and Cal Baptist reported that they also charge local dues. • All chapters reported that they get inquiries about whether Alpha Chi is a legitimate honors society. 6. Travel – Marshall Johnston reminded everyone to send receipts for travel reimbursements. Each Chapter gets $700. He reminded everyone about our Carbon Footprint. See Carbonfund.org. 7. Scholarships – The chapters were reminded again of scholarships. See our Region VII Facebook. Last year Westminster in Salt Lake City had a scholarship winner. There is an undergraduate Flachmann award. 8. Aletheia – Chapters were reminded of the possibility of student publications in our Alpha Chi Aletheia journal. 9. Archives – Chapters were also reminded to share chapter resources with the National Archives. 10. Addendum – As of July 19, from Marshall Johnston: The Michael Flachmann Undergraduate Scholarships went to Celeste Cravalho of Hawai’i Pacific University and Colton Taylor of Fresno Pacific University. The Graduate Scholarships went to Tim Lindgren of Westminster College and Dustin Connis of Hawai’i Pacific University.

Respectfully submitted, Jackie Kegley Region VI Secretary-Treasurer

Financial Statement—Region VII Net Worth Statement, Year Ending 31 December 2016

Balance on Hand, January 1, 2016 Chase Bank account $16,311.19

Receipts National Dues Rebate $3,084.00 Net Receipts, 2016 $3,084.00

Disbursements National Convention Chapter Subsidies $1,284.36 Scholarship Disbursements $3,000.00 Net Expenses, 2016 ($4,284.36)

Total Assets as of December 31, 2016, Chase Bank $15,110.83

30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 Distinguished Alumnus 2017 Dr. Ed Madden

Dr. Ed Madden is an Alpha Chi success story. After being inducted into Alpha Chi in 1984 while earning his BA in English and French at Harding University in Arkansas, he went on to win a national scholarship, attend and present at a national convention, and have a paper published in the Recorder. He then continued his education at the Institute for Christian Studies in Austin, Texas, earning a BS in Biblical Studies. At the University of Texas at Austin he received his master's and PhD, bringing to full circle his quest for learning. However, one can quickly see that Madden continues to be an avid learner and thinker, enriching the lives of those around him.

Born and raised on a rice and soybean farm in rural Arkansas, Madden is a professor in the department of English Language and Literature at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, where he also serves as the director of Women's and Gender Studies. Additionally, he is the current Poet Laureate of the city of Columbia, and he participates in activities throughout each year that engage schools and the public in the literary arts and poetry. His areas of specialization include late 19th- and 20th-century British and Irish poetry, Irish culture and literature, gender studies, gay and lesbian literature, creative writing, and poetry. In 2006 he was given the Legacy Award by the Human Rights Campaign of the Carolinas. The ways in which he inserts Alpha Chi's motto of "making scholarship effective for good" into daily life are myriad.

Madden presented "How to Lift Him" at TEDxColumbiaSC in 2014 and is the author of four poetry books—Signals, which won the 2007 South Carolina Poetry Book Prize, Prodigal: Variations, Nest, and Ark, published in March 2016. His poetry chapbook My Father’s House was selected for the Seven Kitchens Press Editor’s Series. His poems have appeared in The Book of Irish American Poetry, Best New Poets 2007, and in journals such as Prairie Schooner, Crazyhorse, Poetry Ireland Review, and the Los Angeles Review. Dr. Madden will address convention delegates in Louisville in April. 2017 Gala Speaker Dr. John Janovy, Jr.

Dr. John Janovy is slated to deliver "Life Lessons from a Parasite" as the keynote address at the closing Gala of the annual convention April 8, 2017, in Louisville. As an award-winning writer, professor, researcher, as well as a lively and energetic speaker, Janovy’s career of observing closely prepares him well to attract students and faculty alike. He notes, for example, that for parasites "what you’re born with dictates how you manage" and prods that further to wonder "a worm can be constrained, but can a person?"—pushing the question to ponder the human, global connotations for us all.

Now a professor emeritus, Janovy retired from the Paula and D. B. Varner Distinguished Professorship in Biological Sciences at the University of Nebraska Lincoln. His research focused on parasitology, particularly parasite ecology and life cycles. He also directed the Cedar Point Biological Station for 13 years total, teaching Field Parasitology there and finding some of his most fertile ground for research and those life lessons.

Among Janovy’s teaching experiences, he always includes his career-long commitment to freshman, large-enrollment biology courses as well as supervision of undergraduate and graduate researchers. He says that the most rewarding aspect of his teaching career is seeing his students "make good," from first-year students doing short projects to doctoral students completing theses, and the reward for a scholar is still hearing from them years later, after they have graduated.

His honors include the University of Nebraska Distinguished Teaching Award, State of Nebraska Pioneer Award, University Honors Program Master Lecturer, American Health Magazine book award (for Fields of Friendly Strife), University of Nebraska Outstanding Research and Creativity Award, The Nature Conservancy Hero recognition, Nebraska Library Association Mari Sandoz Award, and the American Society of Parasitologists Clark P. Read Mentorship Award.

Janovy’s academic works include articles, textbooks, manuals, software, and the field manual Keith County Journal. His creative works include four academic mystery novels. He also composes science fiction, film scripts, and the quite popular Outwitting College Professors, a college success book, now in its 5th edition. This series, an expansion of his syllabus advice, grew out of his Friday afternoon coffee with students in the lab.

The 2017 Collaborative Research Prize is proudly sponsored by Nationwide Insurance.

43 The lesson that night BY ED MADDEN

How hot it was that sun-beat week, watering the yard every day, the curled leaves and dry ground, green wings of zinnia breaking the soil. They sat together around a green table, prayed, sang, then opened the gospel— the lesson that night was seed sown on stony ground. What can we know On June 17, 2016, Madden’s of the human heart, entangled in all poem, “The lesson that that we’ve been taught? A boy from here night,” ran on the front page sat with them about an hour, of The State newspaper, a then aimed his hate and opened fire. year to the day that a shooter killed nine black churchgoers How quick we were to act, during a Bible study at focused on that festering flag, Mother Emanuel Church, the quick to take it down oldest AME historic church in and move forward, move on— the South. Dr. Madden was these aren’t the same. asked to write and perform After weeks of heat, it rained the day the work for the Charleston the governor said to take it down. event “The Holy City: Art of Are we somehow different now? Love, Unity and Resurrection.” How would we know?

We furled a flag. We furled a flag. A girl was slung across a room, a man who ran shot in the back. The broke and broken schools remain. What has changed, beyond that square of empty sky where it once flew, the opened door of clouds and blue?

The lesson that night was stony ground. Not birds, not thorns, not the good soil. What grows up quick among the stones. What has no roots, what withers away. A friend calls change a perennial plant. A second year takes nurture and luck. If it comes back another year, a better chance that it will stay. Water well the just-sown and just-up. Water long in morning light. Water long and soak the roots to learn the lesson of that night. Learn the lesson of that night.

44 2017 Alpha Chi National Convention Program of Events (Council-only events in brown)

DATE START END EVENT NAME DESCRIPTION ROOM Welcome, Executive Session, President's Report, Charges to 6-Apr 8:30 AM 10:00 AM NC: Council Plenary 1 Committees, Council Meeting/Convention Logistics, VisionPoint 6-Apr 10:15 AM 11:00 AM NC: Membership Committee 6-Apr 10:15 AM 11:00 AM NC: Publications Committee, ad hoc 6-Apr 10:15 AM 11:00 AM NC: Centennial Planning Committee, ad hoc C 6-Apr 11:00 AM 11:45 AM NC: Convention Committee 6-Apr 11:00 AM 11:45 AM NC: Constitution Committee, ad hoc 6-Apr 12:00 PM 1:15 PM NC: Lunch on your own 6-Apr 1:30 PM 2:15 PM NC: Awards & Honors Committee 6-Apr 1:30 PM 2:30 PM NC: Audit & Finance Committee 6-Apr 2:00 PM 3:00 PM NC: Chapter Development Committee 6-Apr 2:30 PM 3:30 PM NC: Strategic Planning Committee THURSDAY, April 6 Thursday's events in Rivue Tower

AX Central will handle chapter check-in from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m., national service project collection, casting of national and regional election ballots, student presentation issues, and Rivue Registration 6-Apr 3:00 PM 9:30 PM Chapter Delegation Check-in (AX Central) hanging of posters. From 7:00 to 9:30 p.m., we will handle late Booth check-ins and answer program-specific or general convention questions.

6-Apr 3:00 PM 6:00 PM Brown's Graduation & Awards Mr. Tim Brown, a partner with AX for 40 years Near AX Central

6-Apr 5:30 PM 6:15 PM Chapter Sponsor Reception Hosted by Dr. Trisha Yarbrough, Executive Director Cochran

6-Apr 6:15 PM 6:45 PM Brief Session for Presentation Judges & Moderators Led by Lara Noah, National Office Director of Operations Addition

6-Apr 6:15 PM 6:45 PM For Students Only: Convention Kickoff Hosted by Your Regional Student Reps Archibald

6-Apr 7:00 PM 9:00 PM Everyone will enjoy a light dinner of savory hors d’oeuvres and miniature desserts 2017 Research & Creativity Forum while viewing the academic posters, original art, and collaborative projects of Dinner Reception Alpha Chi members. Poster judging will begin at 7:30. By the end of this evening’s events, each chapter’s ballots for electing the National Council's at-large members for 2017-2019 and any regional ballots should be Fountain Room placed in the ballot boxes at AX Central. Presenters will take down their posters between 9:00 and 9:30 p.m. Student Presentations: Session I, Sections 1-13 Section 1: Anthropology/Sociology Section 2: Art/Music/Dance Papers Section 3: British Literature Section 4: Chemistry Section 5: Communication Section 5.1: Creative Writing Section 6: Education Section 7: Environmental Science Section 8: Exercise Science/Nutrition Section 9: Health Sciences Section 10: Molecular/Cellular Biology Section 11: Organismal/Ecological Biology Section 12: Political Science/Economics Section 12.1: Psychology Section 12.2: Religion/Philosophy Section 12.3: World History Section 13: Original Visual Art Collaborative Research Project Posters

This room is for alumni and grad students interested in meeting 6-Apr 9:00 PM 9:30 PM Graduate Student and Alumni Room Maple to network and socialize throughout the convention.

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FRIDAY, April 7 Friday morning's events in Suite Tower

7-Apr 7:00 AM 7:30 PM Morning Yoga (optional) Led by a delegate volunteer Nunn

7-Apr 7:30 AM 1:00 PM AX Central Jones/French Foyer

7-Apr 8:00 AM 9:00 AM Student Presentations: Session II Moderator Section 14: American History Trisha Yarbrough, Executive Director Morrow Section 15: American Literature John McLaughlin, Freed-Hardeman University Stanley Section 16: Anthropology/Sociology David Jones, Westminster College/NC President McCreary Section 17: Exercise Science/Nutrition Lin Garner, Lipscomb University Wilson Section 18: Health Sciences Jennifer Aust, Martin Methodist College Taylor Section 19: Molecular/Cellular Biology Kent Strodtman, Columbia College Beckham Section 20: Psychology Tanner Babb, Huntington University Jones Section 21: Religion Jacquelyn Kegley, California State Univ., Bakersfield French Section 22: World History James Clarke, Long Island University, Brooklyn Stopher

All delegates will grab a light breakfast and gather by region (as noted on your name badge). You'll elect your new student rep to the National Council in regions I, Breakfast Bites & Regional Meetings III, V, and VII (they'll begin work later tonight along with the new at-large members 7-Apr 9:15 AM 10:00 AM -- All Delegates by Region -- elected last night). Information important to all delegates is shared in every meeting. Everyone attends the regional meetings so chapters will receive convention attendance grants to offset their travel costs.

Region I: President Jodi Pilgrim, presiding McCreary Region II: President Lori Hensley, presiding Jones Region III: President John McLaughlin, presiding French Region IV: President Jessica Henry, presiding Stopher Region V: President Blake Janutolo, presiding Beckham Region VI: President Agashi Nwogbaga, presiding Taylor Region VII: President Marshall Johnston, presiding Morrow

All delegates will convene to honor the exemplary dedication of our chapter sponsors with the presentation of service pins for those reaching special milestones of service, Distinguished Service Awards, and two Outstanding Sponsor 7-Apr 10:15 AM 11:30 AM Grand Ballroom A AX Honors Session for All Delegates awards. Results of the national and regional elections will be announced. We will then present the 2017 Distinguished Alumni Award to Dr. Ed Madden, 1985 alumnus of Harding University and the Arkansas Eta chapter of Alpha Chi.

7-Apr 11:45 AM 12:45 PM Student Presentations: Session III Moderator Section 23: Collaborative Research Presentations Ken LaSota, Robert Morris University Morrow Section 24: Anthropology/Sociology Sarah Wilhoit, Harding University McCreary Section 25: British Literature Terrell Tebbetts, Lyon College Stanley Section 26: Computer Science/Engineering Victoria Neagoe, Goldey-Beacom College Taylor Section 27: Environmental Science Jodi Pilgrim, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Stopher Section 28: Organismal/Ecological Biology Lori Hensley, Ouachita Baptist University Beckham Section 29: Political Science/Economics Mary Beth Sullivan, University of Central Arkansas Wilson Section 30: Psychology Sarah Pivonka, Texas State University Jones Section 31: Religion Judy Cheatham, Martin Methodist College French

7-Apr 1:00 PM 10:00 PM Louisville Sightseeing! Lunch and sightseeing are on your own.

National Council President David Jones and Executive Director 7-Apr 4:30 PM 5:00 PM NC: New Council Member Orientation Trisha Yarbrough will welcome the faculty and student members elected today. Dinner for recognition of outgoing National Council members 7-Apr 5:00 PM 7:00 PM NC: Council Dinner and introduction of incoming Council members

7-Apr 7:30 PM 9:30 PM NC: Council Plenary 2 Begins with the installation of newly-elected Council members

Cap your day by enjoying the talents of your fellow delegates in a relaxed atmosphere. Hosted by your regional Fountain Room in 7-Apr 10:00 PM 11:30 PM The "Alpha Chi's Got Talent!" Show student reps, with plenty of snacks to share, this showcase Rivue Tower of student and faculty talent—musical numbers, dancing, poetry, even juggling!—is always a crowd pleaser.

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SATURDAY, April 8 Saturday's events in Suite Tower

7-Apr 7:00 AM 7:30 PM Morning Yoga (optional) Led by a delegate volunteer. Nunn

8-Apr 7:30 AM 4:30 PM AX Central and Brown's Graduation & Awards Jones/French Foyer

All delegates assemble by region for a light breakfast and networking. Region I Delegates McCreary 8-Apr 8:00 AM 8:45 AM Coffee, Croissant, & Conversation Region II Delegates Jones -- All Delegates by Region -- Region III Delegates French Region IV Delegates Stopher Region V Delegates Beckham Region VI Delegates Taylor Region VII Delegates Morrow 8-Apr 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Student Presentations: Session IV Moderator Section 32: American Literature Travis Montgomery, Oklahoma Christian University Morrow Section 33: Business Administration Josh Chicko, Pace University Stanley Section 34: Communication Bill Rivers, Goldey-Beacom College McCreary Section 35: Computer Science/Engineering Randal Price, Christian Brothers University Wilson Section 36: Education Mary Ruettgers, Lindenwood University Taylor Section 37: Political Science/Economics Oindrila Roy, Cottey College Beckham Section 38: Psychology Jonathan Miller, Ohio Valley University Jones Section 39: Religion Ken Vickers, Martin Methodist College French Section 40: World History Jeffrey Barnes, California Baptist University Stopher All delegates attend one of the ten chapter workshops offered. Chapters with Alpha Chi Chapter-Strengthening Hour multiple delegates may divide up to participate in multiple sessions. Adapt the 8-Apr 10:15 AM 11:15 AM (10 concurrent sessions) ideas you glean back on your campus to attract more members, better serve your current members, and raise your chapter's visibility.

Making a "Killing" with Fundraising Having trouble raising cash for AX? This session will highlight one chapter's successes and failures in hosting an interactive campus Morrow Dr. Kip Wheeler, Rebecca Nichols, Chris Justice, Tennessee Delta version of a "Mastermind Assassin Game," an engaging at Carson-Newman University simulation, to put the fun back in fundraising.

In this interactive workshop, you will receive tips and techniques Using Social Media to Strengthen Your Alpha Chi for using social media such as Facebook and Twitter to Chapter strengthen your chapter. Topics will include increasing Stanley communication among officers, promoting events, and Dr. Christine Pappas, Oklahoma Gamma Chapter at East Central increasing the chance that invitations for membership will be University accepted.

Online students can be active members of your chapter! Involving Online Students in Your Chapter Chapters will learn how to implement strategies to encourage online student membership, virtual induction attendance, scholarship applications, convention attendance, and virtual Dr. Jennifer Huddleston, Megan Miller, Texas Psi Chapter at Wilson attendance at chapter activities, including community service Abilene Christian University projects. This interactive session will also include collaboration on how to include online students in Alpha Chi chapters in meaningful ways.

The 259-Day Plan: The Art of Fundraising at a Small Fundraising at a small university can feel like a hair-raising experience instead of a money-raising endeavor. The productive University space between the two can be found with diligence and Taylor planning. Come experience how one chapter raises enough Dr. Syble Shellito, North Carolina Phi at Chowan College money to bring 20 students to convention!

It's been said that a person’s opinion of an organization is The First Impression: Creating a Superior Experience generated by its first impression. For an academic honor society, through Induction Activities the tapping and induction activities serve as a member’s introduction to the organization. We'll explore successful Beckham Dr. Lorene Pagcaliwagan, AJ Horner, Matt Autrey, Mariah Case, strategies and implementation of tapping and induction activities Connor Bos, Christopher Lile, Rebekah Rhea, North Carolina Zeta for Alpha Chi, using both hands-on activities and testimonies of at Gardner-Webb University what worked for us.

We will share our recent experiences and explorations of Peer Prominence and Public Pomp: Strengthening different ways to invite students to join Alpha Chi—some Invitations and Inductions for Small Chapters successful and some not as much. We will share some aspects of induction that have improved a sense of ceremonial pride for our Jones Dr. Steve Hoekstra, Kansas Delta Chapter at Kansas Wesleyan chapter. We'll end with an idea swap between attendees for new University and creative ways to elevate the visibility of Alpha Chi on campuses looking for active new members.

(4 other sessions listed on next page)

47 4 DATE START END EVENT NAME DESCRIPTION ROOM An Alpha Chi chapter can provide essential service to the Effective Community Service for Local Chapters community, encourage collaborations with other student 8-Apr 10:15 AM 11:15 AM organizations, and help lead your members to success outside of French Dr. Labi Tiamiyu, Dominique Tedesco, Missouri Zeta at Harris- the classroom, all while creating comradery in an environment of Stowe State University professional fun.

Molding a Better Tomorrow This session will begin with participants molding clay and will end with everyone taking home great ideas for service projects that McCreary Dr. Lori Hensley, Arkansas Beta at Ouachita Baptist University can mold their chapter and their communities.

This presentation provides practical advice for both sponsors and students as they prepare and submit their AX scholarship Preparing for the AX Scholarship Process applications. We will include suggestions for ways students can improve and prepare their submission and for sponsors to Stopher Dr. Linda Cowan, Dr. Melinda Kreisberg, West Virginia Epsilon at identify and select appropriate candidates for regional and West Liberty University national scholarships and fellowships. Come for the helpful hints; leave with a more confident attitude about submitting!

Two measures of chapter success are the percentage that accept Creating a Foundation for Successful Chapter membership invitations and the number involved in chapter Participation activities. We will show how both the invitation process and the induction ceremony form this foundation for success. We'll share Coe Dr. James Clarke, Daljit Kaur, Amina Brucaj, Leanna Narain, our experiences, examine successful and less successful Nadine Elhanafi, New York Sigma at Long Island University, strategies, and elicit an exchange of ideas from all participants. Brooklyn Collective wisdom will strengthen our understanding of what creates a robust, engaged chapter. 8-Apr 11:30 AM 12:30 PM Student Presentations: Session V Moderator Section 41: Business Administration Josh Chicko, Pace University Stanley Section 42: Communication Trisha Yarbrough, Executive Director McCreary Section 43: Computer Science/Engineering Travis Thompson, Harding University Wilson Section 44: Contemporary Bioethical Issues Howard Smolleck, New Mexico State University Morrow Section 45: Education Jeanne Tunks, University of North Texas Taylor Section 46: Molecular/Cellular Biology Stacey Gorski, University of the Sciences Stopher Section 47: Organismal/Ecological Biology Ezra Cappell, University of Texas at El Paso French Section 48: Political Science/Economics Shannon Lassiter, Chowan University Beckham Section 49: Psychology Tony Jones, Milligan College Jones There are several dining options within the hotel and many 8-Apr 12:30 PM 1:45 PM (on your own) Lunch Break restaurants within a block or two of the Galt House.

8-Apr 2:00 PM 3:15 PM Student Presentations: Session VI Moderator Section 50: American History David Ruiter, University of Texas at El Paso Morrow Section 51: Art/Music/Dance Papers Danielle Langdon, Columbia College French Section 52: Chemistry James Townsend, Kansas Wesleyan University McCreary Section 53: Creative Writing Jared Johnson, Thiel College Wilson Section 54: Education Lynda Leavitt, Lindenwood University Taylor Section 55: Health Sciences Sharon Sullivan, Catawba College Beckham Section 56: Political Science/Economics Carol Strong, University of Arkansas at Monticello Jones Section 57: Psychology Shannon Deets, Thiel College Stanley Section 58: World Literature Doug Julien, Texas A&M University-Texarkana Stopher 8-Apr 3:30 PM 4:30 PM Student Presentations: Session VII Moderator Section 59: American Literature Jeffrey Kahan, University of La Verne Stopher Section 60: Anthropology/Sociology Lorene Pagcaliwagan, Gardner-Webb University Jones Section 61: British Literature Terrell Tebbetts, Lyon College Wilson Section 62: Business Administration Kayla Crecelius, Indiana Institute of Technology Taylor Section 63: Mathematics/Physics Agashi Nwogbaga, Wesley College McCreary Section 64: Organismal/Ecological Biology Jon Scales, Midwestern State University Beckham Section 65: Performing Arts Jeanne Tunks, University of North Texas French Section 66: Psychology Tracy Shilcutt, Abilene Christian University Stanley Section 67: World History Syble Shellito, Chowan University Morrow 8-Apr 4:45 PM 8:30 PM AX Central Turn in all Travel and Housing Grant request forms. Ballroom Foyer

Transcending Boundaries Gala The convention will culminate with a dinner banquet followed by an address from Dr. John Janovy, Jr., entitled, "Life Lessons from a Parasite." After a brief intermission, you won't want to miss the big award ceremony for the convention’s 8-Apr 5:00 PM 7:30 PM Grand Ballroom A student presentation prize winners, national scholarship recipients, the collaborative research presentation winner, and the presentation of the 2017 President's Cup for Outstanding Chapter. (doors open at 5 p.m.; open seating) (Award recipients should remain briefly for photographs.)

48 5 Thursday’s Poster Presentations Rivue Tower, Fountain Room Thursday, April 6: Session I 7:00 – 9:30 p.m.

Research & Creativity Forum Enjoy a light dinner of savory hors d’oeuvres and miniature desserts while viewing the academic posters, original art, and collaborative projects of Alpha Chi members.

7:00-7:30 p.m.: So that they may eat before judging begins at 7:30 p.m., please allow poster presenters and their judges to move to the front of buffet stations.

Research Forum

Section 1: Anthropology/Sociology 7:30 “They Move from Living with Us to Living in Us!” Dania Nayeli Martinez Diaz, Texas Alpha Eta, Wayland Baptist University, Region I

Section 2: Art/Music/Dance 7:30 “Memorialization of the Holocaust in Poland” Blanca Campos, Texas Alpha Beta, University of Texas at El Paso, Region I

Section 3: British Literature 7:30 “Beyond Fidelity: Patricia Rozema’s Corrective Adaptation of Mansfield Park” Shelbie Ponder, Texas Alpha Beta, University of Texas at El Paso, Region I

Section 4: Chemistry 7:30 “The Purification and Kinetic Analysis of Lactate Dehydrogenase Extracted from Beef Liver” Neveen Issa, North Carolina Kappa, University of North Carolina at Pembroke, Region III 7:40 “Chemical Compositions and Bioactivities of Infusions and Decoctions Prepared from Aerva lanata (polpala)” Olaoluwa Temiloluwa Peace, Missouri Tau, Cottey College, Region IV 7:50 “The Synthesis and Examination of the Colligative Properties of Amphiphilic Hybrid Molecular Brushes” Gia Storti, Pennsylvania Kappa, University of the Sciences, Region VI

Section 5: Communication 7:30 “F0 and Vowel Formant Frequency Variations across Female Speakers of Standard American English and Serbo-Croatian” Amina Brucaj, New York Sigma, Long Island University, Brooklyn, Region VI 7:40 “From the News Desk to the Center Spread: Reporting Hard News” Mallory Gruben, Nebraska Alpha, Hastings College, Region IV

Section 5.1: Creative Writing (Poetry) 7:30 “My Conversation with Ireland: The Process of Self-Publishing” Emilie R. Barnes, Nebraska Alpha, Hastings College, Region IV

Section 6: Education 7:30 “Teaching the E-Portfolio: Challenges and Changes” Paul David LaPrade, Texas Alpha Beta, University of Texas at El Paso, Region I 7:40 “A Comparison of Standards for Teachers of English Language Learners” Lindsey Wash, Texas Beta, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, Region I

49 6 Section 7: Environmental Science 7:30 “Being Zaballeen (Garbage Collectors) Means a Lot” Mena Issa, North Carolina Kappa, University of North Carolina at Pembroke, Region III 7:40 “Small Mammal Survey of Broad River Greenway and the Surrounding Area, North Carolina” Christopher Wangerin Lile, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III

Section 8: Exercise Science/Nutrition 7:30 “Eating Disorders: Symptoms and Possible Effects” Emily Boardman, Texas Alpha Eta, Wayland Baptist University, Region I 7:40 “Effect of Expectation of Treatment on Perceived Pain in Injured Collegiate Athletes” Courtney Lynn Dees, Texas Alpha Delta, Texas Lutheran University, Region I

Section 9: Health Sciences 7:30 “Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) as an Intervention Method for Individuals with Autism” Nadine Elhanafi, New York Sigma, Long Island University, Brooklyn, Region VI 7:40 “Cadmium from Cigarette Smoke Increases the Risk and Severity of Lower Respiratory Tract Infection by Decreasing the Immune Response of Alveolar Macrophages” Ereny G. Gerges, North Carolina Kappa, University of North Carolina at Pembroke, Region III 7:50 “Further Study of Leptin, mTOR, and Kisspeptin as Potential Signaling Intermediates for the Production of GnRH During the Pubertal Transition in Female Rats” Suzie V. Pace, South Carolina Alpha, Lander University, Region III 8:00 “The PULSE Program: The Mutual Benefits of Nursing Student Peer Mentorship in Action” Ariel Starr Tate, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III 8:10 “Caregivers’ Perspectives: Electronic Communication Among Adolescents with Down Syndrome” Esther Valenzuela, Texas Alpha Beta, University of Texas at El Paso, Region I

Section 10: Molecular/Cellular Biology 7:30 “Antimicrobial Screening of Sonoran Desert Plants” Zachary Merhavy & Thomas Varkey, Arizona Alpha, Grand Canyon University, Region VII 7:40 “Human Genotyping for Psychological Traits” Crishaena Meyer, Missouri Zeta, Harris-Stowe State University, Region IV

Section 11: Organismal/Ecological Biology 7:30 “Analysis of Skin Glands in Eurycea longicauda and Eurycea lucifuga” Shakori MaKayla Pirkle, Tennessee Gamma, Tennessee Wesleyan College, Region III 7:40 “Salinity Alters Behavior, Growth, and Development in Xenopus laevis Tadpoles” Lewis Wrenn Woodard, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III

Section 12: Political Science/Economics 7:30 “The Economics of Space Exploration” James Zachary Jarrard, Missouri Theta, Park University, Region IV 7:40 “The Effect of Surgical and Ambulatory Centers on Underprivileged Women in Texas” Ana Yanes-Garcia, Texas Iota, Texas State University, Region I

Section 12.1: Psychology 7:30 “The Effects of Traumatic Rape on the Victim's Relationships” Kristen Nicole Branch, Tennessee Nu, Milligan College, Region III 7:40 “The Effect of Documentaries on Students' Awareness and Attitudes Toward Sex Trafficking” Anna Cofrancesco & Clarissa Galaviz, Arizona Alpha, Grand Canyon University, Region VII 7:50 “Public Perception of Mental Health: Student Attitudes Regarding Mental Illness” Nathan S. Guillermo, Iowa Iota, Waldorf University, Region IV 8:00 “Antisocial Personality Disorder” Tina Kramer, Pennsylvania Theta, Thiel College, Region VI 8:10 “Drinking the Hot Sauce: Are Researchers Actually Measuring Aggression in Violent Video Game Research?” Alexander Porsmose Nielsen, Missouri Sigma, Missouri Valley College, Region IV

50 7 8:20 “Neuroplasticity and Academics” Mandalynn Slupek, Pennsylvania Theta, Thiel College, Region VI 8:30 “Body Dysmorphic Disorder” Laura Williams, Georgia Theta, Shorter University, Region III 8:40 “How Space Constraints Influence Physiological and Psychological Processes” Hope J. Woods & Breki Bjarnason, North Carolina Omicron, Catawba College, Region III

Section 12.2: Religion 7:30 “Joshua and Judges: A Battle of Historical Accounts” Hunter Edwards, Oklahoma Epsilon, Oklahoma Christian University, Region III

Section 12.3: World History 7:30 “Framing Political Debates Based on the Attainment of Women's Suffrage: The Case of Great Britain from 1916 to 1930” Sofia Sedergren, North Carolina Xi, Greensboro College, Region III 7:40 “Tudor Queens 1509-1603: The Manipulation of Sexuality in the Pursuit of Power” Melanie A. Smith, North Carolina Xi, Greensboro College, Region III

Creativity Forum

Section 13: Original Visual Art 7:30 “Humanity in 14 Lines: Sonnets for the Modern Day” Zoe Beale, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III 7:40 “Outlanders” Tawni Nicole Franzen, California Beta, California Baptist University, Region VII 7:50 “'Blue Ivory': A Young Adult Graphic Novel” Haley Wyatt, Indiana Beta, Huntington University, Region V 8:00 “The Beauty of Hyper-Realism Art” Jeribai Andrew-Jaja, Kentucky Delta, Brescia University, Region V 8:10 “Opiate Addictions: A New Native Mystery” Brian Jai Keith, New Mexico Gamma, Institute of American Indian Arts, Region I 8:20 “Sushi” Christiana Bays, Missouri Lambda, Missouri Western State University, Region IV 8:30 “Yarn Cuisine” Rebecca Nichols, Tennessee Delta, Carson-Newman University, Region III 8:40 “Ceramic Pots of the Bible” Zulay Andrea Romero, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III

Friday & Saturday’s Timed Student Presentations Suite Tower 15 minute increments: 12 minutes for each presentation with 3 minutes of travel time between presentations.

Friday, April 7: Session II 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.

Section 14: American History ...... Morrow 8:00 “Colonialism and Property” Jennifer Elizabeth Lee, California Beta, California Baptist University, Region VII 8:15 “Antifederalists and the Ratification of the Constitution of the United States of America: The Dissent of the Minority Antifederalists in Pennsylvania” Victoria Hermann, Pennsylvania Theta, Thiel College, Region VI 8:30 “Historical Interpretations of the Nativist and Know-Nothing Movement: The Case of Pennsylvania 1830-1860” Austin Hall, Pennsylvania Theta, Thiel College, Region VI

51 8 8:45 “Spaces for Races in Places: Recreation and Racism in St. Joseph, Missouri” Evan M. Banks, Missouri Lambda, Missouri Western State University, Region IV

Section 15: American Literature ...... Stanley 8:00 “Feministic Horror and Men's Control” Stephanie Marrero, Georgia Theta, Shorter University, Region III 8:15 “Metaphors of the Modern Mind: Transitional Views of Death Revealed Through the Poetry of Emily Dickinson” Hannah Ray, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III 8:30 “Untold Stories: Rhetoric of the Horrifying in Slave Narratives” Qeashaunda Johnson, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III 8:45 “Literary Blasphemy: The Scarlet Letter and Questions of Artistic Value” Taylor Green, Tennessee Delta, Carson-Newman University, Region III

Section 16: Anthropology/Sociology ...... McCreary 8:00 “Fair Play: Retributive and Distributive Justice in the Soccer Laws of the Game and Subsequent Use in the Synthesis of a Just Society” Josiah Parke, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III 8:15 “Your Diet Affects More Than Just Your Health” Amanda Stephens, Texas Psi, Abilene Christian University, Region I 8:30 “The Rise of Women Choosing Alternative Surnames in the United States in the Wake of the Evolving Feminist Movement” Danielle Bernier, Rhode Island Alpha, Roger Williams University, Region VI 8:45 “Japanese Culture in Western Perspective” Riqueza Hendrix, Missouri Lambda, Missouri Western State University, Region IV

Section 17: Exercise Science/Nutrition ...... Wilson 8:00 “The Effect of Added Weight (Backpacks) on the Metabolic Cost of Walking at Various Grades” Brittany Jo Clancy, Kansas Delta, Kansas Wesleyan University, Region IV 8:15 “The Importance of Proprioception Exercises in Rehabilitation” Rebecca Lynn Roell, Indiana Alpha, Anderson University, Region V 8:30 “Dive into Swimming: A Biomechanical Analysis of the Competitive Front Dive” Rhoda Anderson, California Zeta, Fresno Pacific University, Region VII 8:45 “The Effectiveness of Crossfit for Improving Overall Health and Fitness” Lillian Hayes, Hawaii Beta, Hawaii Pacific University, Region VII

Section 18: Health Sciences ...... Taylor 8:00 “The Role and Benefits of Simulation in Medical Education” Kayla Avery, Georgia Theta, Shorter University, Region III 8:15 “Conceptualization of ADHD and Recreational Therapy's Impact” Rachel Elizabeth Trouten, Indiana Lambda, Indiana Institute of Technology, Region V 8:30 “Exploring Unawareness and Determining Its Significance: Guardian Ad Litem of Robeson County, NC” Hannah Stockton, North Carolina Kappa, University of North Carolina at Pembroke, Region III 8:45 “Protecting the People: A Comparison of National Healthcare Interventions in the U.S. and Nicaragua” Mackenzie Standeford, Indiana Alpha, Anderson University, Region V

Section 19: Molecular/Cellular Biology ...... Beckham 8:00 “Effect of Exposure to Functionalized Graphene on Escherichia coli and Development of Toxicity Detection Tools” Hope Woods, Arkansas Iota, Lyon College, Region II 8:15 “The Quest for Flawless Skin: How Safe Are Skin Lightening Agents?” Alana Briley, Texas Beta Alpha, Texas A&M University - Texarkana, Region II 8:30 “Finding Identity in Complete Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome” Lea Buckenmyer, Indiana Beta, Huntington University, Region V

Section 20: Psychology ...... Jones 8:00 “The Effect of a Scenario Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis and Teacher Experience and Professional Development Training on Perceptions of Appropriate Behavior Interventions” Jasmine Brock, Arkansas Eta, Harding University, Region II

52 9 8:15 “Enclothed Cognition and How Our Self-Perception Affects Our Cognitive and Emotional States” Vikash Ramnanan, Texas Alpha Iota, Angelo State University, Region I 8:30 “The Effect of Scenario Anxiety and Scenario Gender on Perceptions of Eating Disorders” Ashley Kernan, Arkansas Eta, Harding University, Region II

Section 21: Religion ...... French 8:00 “Spiritual Warfare: What's My Role?” Hunter Maerz, Tennessee Kappa, Lipscomb University, Region III 8:15 “Let's Talk about Jesus: Hero Patterns in the Canonical Gospels” Sara Yeager, Florida Xi, Florida College, Region III 8:30 “The Use of Passover Imagery in the Canonical Gospel Accounts as It Relates to Atonement Theory” Harrison Litzell, Tennessee Delta, Carson-Newman University, Region III 8:45 “Common Ground: The Influence of Jewish Heritage on the Effectiveness of the Apostle Paul's and Justin Martyr's Circumcision Arguments” Jeniece M. Regan, Indiana Beta, Huntington University, Region V

Section 22: World History ...... Stopher 8:00 “Transatlantic Ties: Cato, Whigs, and American Patriots” Abigail C. Smith, Florida Xi, Florida College, Region III 8:15 “The Fuhrer as Priest and Prophet: An Analysis of Civil Religion in Adolf Hitler's Speech on April 12, 1922” J.B. Bilbrey III, Indiana Alpha, Anderson University, Region V 8:30 “The Chief Task: Lenin's Rise of Rhetoric” Kate Haikey, California Beta, California Baptist University, Region VII 8:45 “United States Filibusters and the Rise of Latin America” Sarah Ashely Short, Texas Beta, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, Region I

Friday, April 7: Section III 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Section 23: Collaborative Research Projects ...... Morrow 11:45 “Sustainable Water Systems for Place-Bound Communities: Refugees and Reservations” Lacy Crisler, Allyson Gregory, Faith Lasiter, and Talor Stewart, Oklahoma Gamma, East Central University, Region II 12:00 “Facing the Uncertain Future of Infectious Disease” Jace Bradshaw, Cyntanna Coker-Hawkins, Katie Smith, and Austin White, Arkansas Beta, Ouachita Baptist University, Region II 12:15 “Cultural Attitudes Affecting Retention and Literacy Among Students in Denton: Methods of Transcending Boundaries to Effect Change” Rosana Adams, Rachel Duffy, Sonia Gomez, Giselle Greenidge, and Brandi Webster, Texas Eta, University of North Texas, Region II

Section 24: Anthropology/Sociology ...... McCreary 11:45 “Police Use of Restraint Within the Context of the 'Deadly Mix'” Kevin Ishmael Wilson, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III 12:00 “The Correlation of Mental Illness and Mass Shootings” Richard Whitted, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III 12:15 “Brutality in America Goes Both Ways” Calvin Jerome Bowe, Jr., North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III 12:30 “Police Chiefs' Tolerance of Officer Misconduct: An Empirical Inquiry” Rachael Falgout, Texas Omicron, Sam Houston State University, Region II

Section 25: British Literature ...... Stanley 11:45 “William Blake and the Industrial Revolution” Dustin Connis, Hawaii Beta, Hawaii Pacific University, Region VII

53 10 12:00 “Madwomen, to the Attic! Madmen, to the Laboratory!: Gendered Rage in Jane Eyre and The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” Alycia Gilbert, Tennessee Kappa, Lipscomb University, Region III 12:15 “C.S. Lewis's View of Women Throughout His Life” Axel Atkinson, California Zeta, Fresno Pacific University, Region VII 12:30 “The Magical 'British' World of Harry Potter” Isabelle Rothbauer, Iowa Iota, Waldorf University, Region IV

Section 26: Computer Science/Engineering ...... Taylor 11:45 “Real-Time Control of an Electric Wheelchair Using Noninvasive Motor Imagery EEG Signals from the Human Motor Cortex Region” Jessica Zurcher, Indiana Lambda, Indiana Institute of Technology, Region V 12:00 “Developing a Primary Femoral Stem for Total Hip Arthroplasty” Anh Quynh Pham, Indiana Lambda, Indiana Institute of Technology, Region V 12:15 “Automated Lawn Mower Research and Design Project” Michael Winans & Emily Mancos, Indiana Lambda, Indiana Institute of Technology, Region V

Section 27: Environmental Science ...... Stopher 11:45 “Global Warming: The Unknown Disaster and Impact on India” Atta M. Khan, Missouri Zeta, Harris-Stowe State University, Region IV 12:00 “The Packaging Project” Melissa Anne DeStefano, Maine Epsilon, University of New England, Region VI 12:15 “Ecology of Ammonium Oxidizing and Nitrite Oxidizing Microorganisms in Namibian Coastal Upwelling Zone” Katelyn Yauch, West Virginia Epsilon, West Liberty University, Region V 12:30 “Plasma Treatment of Water: A Solution for Water Conservation and a Way to Promote Growth” Jaspal Brar, Pennsylvania Kappa, University of the Sciences, Region VI

Section 28: Organismal/Ecological Biology ...... Beckham 11:45 “Does Residing Within an Erythrocyte Protect Francisella tularensis from the Low pH Environment Associated with the Gut of a Tick?” Taylor Rogerson, West Virginia Epsilon, West Liberty University, Region V 12:00 “Habitat Selection, Nest Box Usage, and Reproductive Success of Secondary Cavity Nesting Birds in a Semirural Setting” Alanah Hosford, Oklahoma Eta, Oklahoma City University, Region II 12:15 “Small Mammal Assemblage Composition and Habitat Usage in a Semirural Landscape” Cassandra Velasco, Oklahoma Eta, Oklahoma City University, Region II

Section 29: Political Science/Economics ...... Wilson 11:45 “The Future of Palestine in the Current International Political Context” Gerald Jean Badet, California Theta, University of La Verne, Region VII 12:00 “Confronting ISIS: An Analysis of Recruitment Mechanisms and Power Relationships” Cody Bijou, Arkansas Zeta, University of Arkansas at Monticello, Region II 12:15 “Foreign Aid: A Silver Lining or the Actor Sustaining the War in Syria” Kassie Lyn Little, Kentucky Lambda, Campbellsville University, Region V

Section 30: Psychology ...... Jones 11:45 “Myths of College Rape: Private vs. Public Universities” Candace Leighann Brown, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III 12:00 “The Interaction of Cyberaggression and Self-Efficacy in the Virtual World and the Real World” Matt Autrey, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III 12:15 “You Are My Reason to Snoop: Correlation Between Cyberstalking and Relationship Development Among College Students” Gabrielle Yvette Grant, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III 12:30 “Perceptions of Gender Bias in Everyday Life” Heather Baker, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III

54 11 Section 31: Religion ...... French 11:45 “Overcoming Our Past, Forgiving Our Future: Armenian and Turkish Reconciliation” Joy Rubio, California Zeta, Fresno Pacific University, Region VII 12:00 “Mormon Temple Practices and Their Effect on Women in the LDS Church” Muriel Kimbrough, Tennessee Delta, Carson-Newman University, Region III 12:15 “Are You My Lord? A Critical Analysis of Selected Religious Media for Children” Rebekah Claire Rhea, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III 12:30 “L. C. Ford, Jr., and the Ruskin, NE, Lutheran Youth Group: A Case Study in the Need for Ecumenical Dialogue” Brady Kal Cox, Texas Psi, Abilene Christian University, Region I

Saturday, April 8: Section IV 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Section 32: American Literature ...... Morrow 9:00 “A Feminist-Dramaturge-Actor's Analysis of Paula Vogel's How I Learned to Drive Focusing on Gender Binarism's Influence on Rape Culture” Madeline Claire Auchter, North Carolina Omicron, Catawba College, Region III 9:15 “Out of Uniform: A Gendered and Psychological Reading of Hemingway's Soldier's Home” Lydia Martha Wossum-Fisher, Tennessee Xi, Martin Methodist College, Region III 9:30 “Isolating the Problem: Analyzing William Faulkner's Problematic Women” Marisa Ayers, Arkansas Iota, Lyon College, Region II 9:45 “Maus: Re-examining Holocaust Art as a Dignified Celebration of Life” Matthew Hardee, Texas Alpha Omega, Southern Methodist University, Region II

Section 33: Business Administration ...... Stanley 9:00 “Landing a Job in Today's Job Market” Kaley E. Bell, Missouri Zeta, Harris-Stowe State University, Region IV 9:15 “Globalized Gaming” Joshua D. Vallance, Indiana Alpha, Anderson University, Region V 9:30 “Developing Organizational Culture to Maximize Employee Engagement: A Case Analysis of Facebook, Inc., and the Creative Technology Industry” Jose L. Calderon, California Theta, University of La Verne, Region VII 9:45 “A Strategic Case Analysis of the United Methodist Church” Howard Mahan, Kansas Delta, Kansas Wesleyan University, Region IV

Section 34: Communication ...... McCreary 9:00 “Women in Charge: Power Dynamics of a Small Midwestern Affiliate of an International Nonprofit with Women in Superior Positions and Men in Subordinate Positions” Sarah Gruenewald, Indiana Beta, Huntington University, Region V 9:15 “An Immigrant's American Dream” Bibiana Klasz, Texas Alpha Delta, Texas Lutheran University, Region I 9:30 “Joy: Combating Hegemony as a Female Entrepreneur (A Marxist Feminist Analysis)” Maria Dellera, Pennsylvania Nu, Saint Vincent College, Region VI 9:45 “Keep Beach City Queer: The Language of Gender in Cartoon Network's Steven Universe” Gabriele Morgan, Virginia Kappa, Bluefield College, Region III

Section 35: Computer Science/Engineering ...... Wilson 9:00 “C# Program Analyzer” Landon Wendel, Indiana Lambda, Indiana Institute of Technology, Region V 9:15 “Improving the Image of Manufacturing: Promoting Manufacturing in Career and Technical Education” Emily Sheffield, Arkansas Eta, Harding University, Region II 9:30 “Audio Amplifier” Adam Lehn, Indiana Lambda, Indiana Institute of Technology, Region V 9:45 “Engineering Ethics: Why We Need Them, How We Can Learn Them, and Putting Them into Action” Alexander Ben Schwartz, Pennsylvania Nu, Saint Vincent College, Region VI

55 12 Section 36: Education ...... Taylor 9:00 “The Importance of Multicultural Education and the Prevalence of Cultural Miseducation” Suraya Ann Chase, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III 9:15 “'They Just Look at Me': How to Successfully Facilitate Learning for Your ELLs” Shaquavia Chiles, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III 9:30 “Using Enthusiasm to Engage Students in Reading” Andrea Mendoza Lespron, Texas Alpha Gamma, Midwestern State University, Region I 9:45 “What Are the Leadership Behaviors and Characteristics of Championship Basketball Coaches?” Josh Jones, M.Ed., Texas Psi, Abilene Christian University, Region I

Section 37: Political Science/Economics ...... Beckham 9:00 “American Influence on Democratization” Hannah Templin, Arkansas Iota, Lyon College, Region II 9:15 “The Effect of Brexit on the Economic Markets in the United Kingdom, European Union, and United States” Connor James Bos, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III 9:30 “An Examination of U.S.-China Nuclear Relations and the Future of Nuclear Arms Reductions Talks” Blake Brewer, North Carolina Omicron, Catawba College, Region III

Section 38: Psychology ...... Jones 9:00 “Schizophrenia: The Dangers of Insufficient Diagnosis” Bethany Lemons, Tennessee Delta, Carson-Newman University, Region III 9:15 “Reducing Regret and Aggression: The Effect of Attachment and Choice Communication Aids” Madison Feldewerth, Missouri Delta, Westminster College, Region IV 9:30 “The Effects of RAD on Adoptees, Foster Children, and the Family Unit” Abigail Elizabeth Salazar, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III 9:45 “God and Personality: Effects of Religious Commitment, Personality, and Attachment upon Trait Forgiveness” Isaiah Gerber, Indiana Beta, Huntington University, Region V

Section 39: Religion ...... French 9:00 “Unknowing God: From a Mystic's Perspective” William W. Roy, Texas Alpha Delta, Texas Lutheran University, Region I 9:15 “Embracing Babel in Refugee Resettlement Agencies: The Need for Language Access and Acquisition Resources for Displaced Peoples” Mariah Case, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III 9:30 “Humanity from a Christian Modern Perspective” Daryl Bagley, Arkansas Eta, Harding University, Region II 9:45 “Why is Jesus White?” Ryan Vance Harris, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III

Section 40: World History ...... Stopher 9:00 “Matriarchal Remnants: Matrilineal Inheritance and Consanguineous Marriage from Ancient Egypt to the Ptolemaic Era” Savannah Weeks, Texas Psi, Abilene Christian University, Region I 9:15 “The Medicine of the Dead: The History and Causes of Early European Corpse Medicine” Adam Lubbers, Texas Psi, Abilene Christian University, Region I 9:30 “Revolution and War: The Rise of a Nation” Austin Collins, North Carolina Omicron, Catawba College, Region III

Saturday, April 8: Section V 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Section 41: Business Administration ...... Stanley 11:30 “Effective Leadership: How to Be an Effective Leader” Tyler Martin Werland, Texas Alpha Pi, University of Texas at San Antonio, Region I

56 13 11:45 “Shred Smart Goggles” Ashtyn Carol-Ann Robidoux & Nolan Kistler, California Beta, California Baptist University, Region VII 12:00 “Toxic Threads” Daljit Kaur, New York Sigma, Long Island University, Brooklyn, Region VI 12:15 “The Impact of Credit Unions on Real Estate Investment” Zhengshu Zheng, Delaware Beta, Goldey-Beacom College, Region VI

Section 42: Communication ...... McCreary 11:30 “The Politics of Medium: What Are We Hearing Today?” Tyler VannMartin Helms, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III 11:45 “Emerging Theories of Communication in Organizations” Dominique Tedesco, Missouri Zeta, Harris-Stowe State University, Region IV 12:00 “Let's Talk Missouri: A Study in Perceptual Dialectology” Gabrielle V. Mistretta, Missouri Epsilon, Columbia College, Region IV

Section 43: Computer Science/Engineering ...... Wilson 11:30 “3-Channel Equalizer with Master Volume” Triston M. Mills, Indiana Lambda, Indiana Institute of Technology, Region V 11:45 “Up from the Grave” Hannah Dodd, Indiana Lambda, Indiana Institute of Technology, Region V 12:00 “Automatic Flying of a Drone Using Computer-Aided Vision” Zeltzin A. Reyes & Rojitha Goonesekere, Texas Alpha Gamma, Midwestern State University, Region I

Section 44: Contemporary Bioethical Issues ...... Morrow 11:30 “The Post-Antibiotic Age” Hasan Yousuf Muzaffer, Virginia Kappa, Bluefield College, Region III 11:45 “When Medicine Fails, Religion Prevails” Leanna Narain, New York Sigma, Long Island University, Brooklyn, Region VI 12:00 “Has Obamacare Provided Care for the Poorest Americans? Ooceeh Afame, California Theta, University of La Verne, Region VII

Section 45: Education ...... Taylor 11:30 “The Bard is Still the Thing” Gabby Caldwell, Indiana Alpha, Anderson University, Region V 11:45 “Morals Taught Through Disney Movies” Terrain Sharp, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III 12:00 “Counseling in Composition: The Connection Between Psychology and English in the First-Year Composition Course” Sarah Geil, Georgia Theta, Shorter University, Region III 12:15 “The Effect of Horticultural Community Service Programs on Recidivism Numbers of Offenders” Megan E. Holmes, Texas Iota, Texas State University, Region I

Section 46: Molecular/Cellular Biology ...... Stopher 11:30 “Phage Therapy: An Alternative Treatment Method to Combat Antibiotic Overuse” Misbah Muzaffer, Virginia Kappa, Bluefield College, Region III 11:45 “Francisella tularensis May Utilize Iron Scavenged from Erythrocytes to Increase Survival in Low pH Environments” Ashley Haught, West Virginia Epsilon, West Liberty University, Region V 12:00 “Uncovering Novel Candidate Genes that Modulate the Effects of Prenatal Ethanol Exposure in BXD Mouse Strains” Megan Huynh, Tennessee Theta, Christian Brothers University, Region III 12:15 “The Effect of Polymerase Eta on Cell Death in Gemcitabine Treated Human Pancreatic Tumor Cells” Damian Nicolas Di Florio, Pennsylvania Epsilon, Robert Morris University, Region VI

Section 47: Organismal/Ecological Biology ...... French 11:30 “The Potential for Flower Nectar to Allow Mosquito to Mosquito Transmission of Francisella tularensis” Austin Cusick, West Virginia Epsilon, West Liberty University, Region V

57 14 11:45 “Effects of Fire Severity on Community Recovery in a Mixed Grass Prairie Ecosystem” Laura E. Jardine, Oklahoma Eta, Oklahoma City University, Region II 12:00 “Effects of Winter and Spring Temperatures on the Synchrony of Leaf Emergence and Foliar Insect Activity” Erin Gould Nordman, Georgia Theta, Shorter University, Region III

Section 48: Political Science/Economics ...... Beckham 11:30 “A Feuding House: An Examination of the Causes and Effects of the Decline of Bipartisanship in the United States Congress” Aaron J. Horner, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III 11:45 “Tweet the People” Lauren Stafford, Oklahoma Gamma, East Central University, Region II 12:00 “Race, Republicanism, and Realignment in Arkansas: Analyzing Arkansas's Shift in Party Loyalty” Danielle Casey, Arkansas Gamma, University of Central Arkansas, Region II

Section 49: Psychology ...... Jones 11:30 “Stretched Thin: The Effects of Media Exposure on Body Shame, Internalization, and Emotional Disclosure” Merissa Jayne Milnickel, Indiana Alpha, Anderson University, Region V 11:45 “Parental Gender Differences on Attitudes Toward Corporal Punishment” Alissa Kim, Kansas Delta, Kansas Wesleyan University, Region IV 12:00 “Neuroscience and Moral Reasoning: How Your Mind Becomes Moral” Adam Hicks, Kentucky Lambda, Campbellsville University, Region V

Saturday, April 8: Section VI 2:00 – 3:15 p.m.

Section 50: American History ...... Morrow 2:00 “Unsung Heroes: Celebrating Labor's Involvement in the Struggle for Civil Rights” Melissa Merry Hernandez, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III 2:15 “An Unwinnable War: Harry J. Anslinger and the Origin of the War on Drugs” Stephanie Aram Smith, Iowa Theta, Grand View University, Region IV 2:30 “The War Within the Crusade: Comparing the Philosophies Behind the Competing Morality of the Temperance Movement” Justin Manchester, Arkansas Eta, Harding University, Region II 2:45 “The Road to Hell: Andersonville, Elmira, and a System of Neglect” Emily Rose Clayton, Tennessee Xi, Martin Methodist College, Region III 3:00 “After Internment: Japanese Americans and Resettlement Organizations” Emily M. Cecil, Texas Alpha Delta, Texas Lutheran University, Region I

Section 51: Art/Music/Dance Papers ...... French 2:00 “From the Material to the Ethereal: The Influence of Medieval Theology on the Design of Cathedrals” Aaron Waldrupe, Tennessee Delta, Carson-Newman University, Region III 2:15 “New Music for a Galaxy Far, Far Away” Christian Jessup, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III 2:30 “The Progression of Viking Age and Nordic Ornamentation Styles” Madison Daulton, Kentucky Lambda, Campbellsville University, Region V 2:45 “Rejsens (The Journey) Choreographic Process: How To Express Oneself Within Choreography” Tea Guttorm Mortensen, Missouri Sigma, Missouri Valley College, Region IV 3:00 “Death, Duality, and Deconstruction: The Lively Lyrics of Conor Oberst” Allison C. Johnson, Texas Beta Alpha, Texas A&M University - Texarkana, Region II

Section 52: Chemistry ...... McCreary 2:00 “Applications of Graph Theory in Chemistry” Millicent Akere, Kentucky Delta, Brescia University, Region V 2:15 “The Identification of Novel Natural Immunostimulatory Compounds that Limit Bacterial Infection” Elliot Collins, West Virginia Epsilon, West Liberty University, Region V

58 15 2:30 “Absorbance Spectra of Oil Paint” Kelsey Megan Perry, Missouri Epsilon, Columbia College, Region IV 2:45 “A Viscosity Study of Varied Coffee Concentrations” Ashley Mariah Hastings, Texas Beta, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, Region I 3:00 “Fighting Drug Resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis with Modified Rifamycins” Jordan Trant, Arkansas Iota, Lyon College, Region II

Section 53: Creative Writing ...... Wilson

Creative Writing - Fiction 2:00 “The Greater Good” Karley Lynn Long, Missouri Delta, Westminster College, Region IV 2:15 “Close Call” Shivani Ramolia, Pennsylvania Kappa, University of the Sciences, Region VI 2:30 “Yellow” Bronte Pearson, Arkansas Zeta, University of Arkansas at Monticello, Region II

Creative Writing - Poetry (One additional Poetry presentation was displayed in the Research & Creativity Forum.) 2:45 “Don't Call Me Indian” Amber Morningstar Byars, New Mexico Gamma, Institute of American Indian Arts, Region I 3:00 “Midwestern Mary: A Poetry Cycle” Anna Ralls, Missouri Epsilon, Columbia College, Region IV

Section 54: Education ...... Taylor 2:00 “If You Give A Mouse A Cookie, Then You Learn to Write a Hypothesis” Alexandra Rauscher, Missouri Delta, Westminster College, Region IV 2:15 “Integrating Children's Literature in Elementary Math Methods: Fostering Understanding and Connections” Melissa Whitwood, Texas Alpha Gamma, Midwestern State University, Region I 2:30 “Perceptions of Male Teachers: From the Eyes of Students and Their Male Teachers” Ryan Stice, Texas Psi, Abilene Christian University, Region I 2:45 “Developing Mathematical Identity in Post-Secondary Students” Joni Schneider, Texas Iota, Texas State University, Region I

Section 55: Health Sciences ...... Beckham 2:00 “Deep Vein Thromboembolism: A Need for Further Research into Alternative Methods” Addison Wood, Virginia Kappa, Bluefield College, Region III 2:15 “Amputations in Athletics” Miranda Migletz, Missouri Lambda, Missouri Western State University, Region IV 2:30 “Costal Cartilage Anatomy: Considerations for Nasal Reconstruction” Maria R. Ganoe, West Virginia Epsilon, West Liberty University, Region V 2:45 “Quantification of Amyloid Beta Plaques in Alzheimer's Disease Mouse Models” John B. Buttross, Jr., Tennessee Theta, Christian Brothers University, Region III 3:00 “The Effects of Video Games on the Cardiovascular Function and Cranial System” Christopher Lee Rodgers, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III

Section 56: Political Science/Economics ...... Jones 2:00 “How Do the Decisions in Anti-Trafficking Legislation to Include Protections from Prosecution for Victims Impact Efforts to Fight Human Trafficking?” Nickole Durbin, Kentucky Delta, Brescia University, Region V 2:15 “Globalization's Effect on Women” Noemie M. Mutombo, Tennessee Xi, Martin Methodist College, Region III 2:30 “A Search for Justice: An Exploration of the Nature and Role of Woman” Reagan Dobbs, Arkansas Zeta, University of Arkansas at Monticello, Region II

59 16 2:45 “Affirmative Actor: An Examination of the Jurisprudence of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg” Faith Lasiter, Oklahoma Gamma, East Central University, Region II 3:00 “A Missing Piece of History” Jennifer D. Reed, Tennessee Gamma, Tennessee Wesleyan College, Region III

Section 57: Psychology ...... Stanley 2:00 “The Art of Negotiation” Phoebe Naarah Trouten, Indiana Lambda, Indiana Institute of Technology, Region V 2:15 “Veteran Population Post-Deployment Mental Health” Savanna N. Hartman, Iowa Beta, William Penn University, Region IV 2:30 “Losing Sanity: A Coach's Life” Kyle Davison & Amber Smaltz, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III 2:45 “Domestic Violence: A Contributing Factor to PTSD” Claire Simmons, Iowa Beta, William Penn University, Region IV 3:00 “Individualism and Collectivism: Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Relationship Between Depression, Anxiety, Stress, and Self-Esteem” Han Na Lee, Indiana Alpha, Anderson University, Region V

Section 58: World Literature ...... Stopher 2:00 “How to Train Your Dragon Slayer: Exploring the Effects of Medieval Archetypes on Modern Society” Ashley Bese, California Zeta, Fresno Pacific University, Region VII 2:15 “How Lots of Vampire Poems Came to Be” Sidney Russell & Bailey Russell, California Iota, California State University, Bakersfield, Region VII 2:30 “To Wring Tears from the Stars: The Suicides of Emma Bovary and Hedda Gabler” Valerie Kocsis, Texas Psi, Abilene Christian University, Region I 2:45 “Redefining Freedom: An Examination of Social Justice in Exile According to Julia” Sarah Grace Moxley, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III 3:00 “Losing Perspective to Find the Truth: The Importance of 'Seeing' in the Chuang Tzu” Megan McKinley, Oklahoma Epsilon, Oklahoma Christian University, Region II

Saturday, April 8: Section VII 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Section 59: American Literature ...... Stopher 3:30 “Medusa as the Victim” Allyson Gregory, Oklahoma Gamma, East Central University, Region II 3:45 “Persistent Slavery: Power Plays in Their Eyes Were Watching God” Nicole Manges, Indiana Beta, Huntington University, Region V 4:00 “The Bell Jar: Taking Control Through Self-Diagnosis” Mallory Moore, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III 4:15 “The New Sorrow Songs” Warren Powers II, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III

Section 60: Anthropology/Sociology ...... Jones 3:30 “International Voices: Creating a Timeless Repository for the Oral Histories of International Students” Hannah Bertram, Missouri Theta, Park University, Region IV 3:45 “Extracurricular Activities, Academic Performance, and Delinquent Behavior” Jaden Miskowiec, Iowa Beta, William Penn University, Region IV 4:00 “Social Interactions Between Domestic and International Students in the U.S.” Maria Jimenez & Mariana Osaki, Missouri Sigma, Missouri Valley College, Region IV 4:15 “Altruism and Trust: Can They Predict Remittances?” Giselle C. M. Greenidge, Texas Eta, University of North Texas, Region II

Section 61: British Literature ...... Wilson 3:30 “Appalachian Dialect and Elizabethan English” Haley Thompson, Virginia Kappa, Bluefield College, Region III

60 17 3:45 “Powering Petruchio: Building a Case for Personality Disorder in The Taming of the Shrew” Sarah Spaulding, Tennessee Delta, Carson-Newman University, Region III 4:00 “Shakespeare's Second Nature: Representations of Living Word and Early Modern Language Theories in Twelfth Night” Sierra Bailey, Texas Alpha Eta, Wayland Baptist University, Region I

Section 62: Business Administration ...... Taylor 3:30 “The Invisible Wonder Woman” Bailey A. Doyle, Delaware Beta, Goldey-Beacom College, Region VI 3:45 “Advantages and Disadvantages of Community Banks” Eric Patrick Johnson, Delaware Beta, Goldey-Beacom College, Region VI 4:00 “Self-Interest: The Foundation of Economic Prosperity” Colton Taylor, California Zeta, Fresno Pacific University, Region VII

Section 63: Mathematics/Physics ...... McCreary 3:30 “Artificial Neural Networks for Stock Market Forecasting” Andrew Linzie, North Carolina Zeta, Gardner-Webb University, Region III 3:45 “Magic in Mathematics” George Kattan, North Carolina Phi, Chowan University, Region III 4:00 “Characterizing the Boundary Condition for a Water-Solid Interface Under Applied Shear” Matthew Quay Brown, Nebraska Alpha, Hastings College, Region IV

Section 64: Organismal/Ecological Biology ...... Beckham 3:30 “The Origin of the Bipedal Hominids” Talor Stewart, Oklahoma Gamma, East Central University, Region II 3:45 “A Look into the Potential Use of TiO2 Nanoparticles as a Water Purifier in an Agricultural System: A Toxicity Study” Reid Avery Windmiller, South Carolina Iota, Erskine College, Region III 4:00 “Impact of Fluoride of Aquatic Organisms” Karina Rojas Gomez, Texas Alpha Xi, University of Texas at Tyler, Region II

Section 65: Performing Arts ...... French 3:30 “Frederic Chopin: Sonata no. 3 in B minor op. 58 (1844)” Spyros Karavias, Texas Eta, University of North Texas, Region II 3:45 “Lay Me Down, by Sam Smith” Ande Greco, Pennsylvania Nu, Saint Vincent College, Region VI 4:00 “Concerto No. 3, Movement I: Allegro Moderato by Carl Stamitz” Chris Justice, Tennessee Delta, Carson-Newman University, Region III 4:15 “Passion and Sex: The Emotions Hidden in the Folds of the Fabric” Katharine Elizabeth Ramnanan, Texas Alpha Iota, Angelo State University, Region I

Section 66: Psychology ...... Stanley 3:30 “Music Matters: How Hip Hop Music Promotes Social Change” Ashley Duke, Delaware Beta, Goldey-Beacom College, Region VI 3:45 “A Chronological Analysis of the Ways in Which Advancements in Medical Technologies Have Altered the Grieving Process” Grace Elaine McNair, Texas Psi, Abilene Christian University, Region I

Section 67: World History ...... Morrow 3:30 “When Kings and Queens Become Pawns” Keeley Wooten, Arkansas Iota, Lyon College, Region II 3:45 “One Weapon to Change Them All: An Analysis of the Social Impacts of Military Revolutions in Medieval Japan and Medieval Europe During the Late 15th to Early 16th Century” Nathan T. Wilson, Missouri Delta, Westminster College, Region IV 4:00 “The Cry of the Cymry: Celtic Nationalism as a Response to Industrialisation and Class in 19th Century Wales” McKinley Terry, Texas Psi, Abilene Christian University, Region I

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