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FIVE - #PCTstrong Our chapters muscle through the obstacle of social distancing

TWELVE - National Mentoring Program

THIRTEEN - Chapter Event Recognition Awards

Message from the National President April 28, 2020

Due to continuing concerns regarding the Covid-19 pandemic, the 2020 National Meeting in New Orleans is canceled.

The National Executive Council met last night and unanimously voted per our bylaws to cancel the national meeting. Concerns for everyone’s health and safety was the primary reason for this decision. However, we also considered the lack of opportunities for chapters to raise funds, possible travel restrictions, and the likely participation rates. We had an opportunity to cancel the meeting with no financial loss to the fraternity. We felt that the money that would be spent on the meeting by each of you and by the fraternity can be best used elsewhere.

Moving forward we need to take several steps to ensure that smooth operations of the national fraternity.

1. We will return all registration fees collected for the 2020 National Meeting. 2. We will begin to plan the 2022 National Chapter Meeting. 3. Under the advice of our parliamentarian, all bylaw submissions will be held for the 2022 National Meeting. Our bylaws do not allow us to meet virtually and conduct business as a national chapter. 4. We will hold elections for national officers in June. You will receive more information regarding this. 5. We will present the annual and biennial awards at a virtual awards ceremony in July to present national awards. 6. We will host an online workshop in August about virtual chapter activities. 7. We will continue to succeed as an organization.

Thank you for your understanding in this matter. Please stay safe.

Sincerely,

Gary Hodge National President Life Member

Read the National President’s Covid-19 Update Here

#PCTstrong Challenge Accepted!

Our chapters are staying busy while social distancing - find out how we are #PCTstrong Alpha Omega Alpha Omega at Rutgers keeps up their chapter activities meeting online. Left: eboard officer meeting

Bottom and Right: Spring 2020 online initiation ceremony

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6 Delta Mu

Delta Mu chapter holding an officer meeting via Zoom discussing how to create a virtual environment for the chapter - Tanner Lawlis, Delta Mu Delta Chi

7 SPRING 2020 Zeta Eta As far as being #PCTstrong, one idea that we’re currently working on is finding opportunities to support our members who have had their internship offers revoked. Our active professional development committee is focusing on finding opportunities for members to stay occupied over the summer. We may not be able to find other intern opportunities, but we can at least find opportunities for our members to grow through coding certifications, CRM trainings, and classes. - Zeta Eta Zeta Mu As the President of the Zeta Mu Chapter at Miami University, it has been a great learning experience on how to navigate these trying times. While we didn’t know our last chapter meeting was going to be our last, our brothers and sisters have worked together to assist each other and stay connected during this time. Our executive team has worked to find a solution to conduct chapter meetings regularly. We found that synchronous live chapter wasn’t feasible since many of our members have moved back to different states, and even different countries. We chose to go with a pre-recorded format including regular chapter announcements and updates, presentations from our executive team and various committees, and presentations from our pledges. This allows our members Zeta Omicron to watch chapter when it is convenient for them and gives them the opportunity to We will be implementing a points system re-watch if they would like. We are planning where members will be posting on social a virtual company visit for our members media, presenting workshops, posting and plan on working on some philanthropy on our blog, and other professional endeavors as well. For our pledges, we are development related activities to earn keeping them involved through their pledge points for rewards. We will probably start presentations on various business topics, next week and continue throughout the and communications with active members. summer. In addition to this, my cabinet We plan on continuing their pledge process has decided to host virtual events this in the fall and initiating them before quarter. Our VP of Professionalism and we conduct fall rush. We are excited to VP of Alumni Relations are going to be work through this time together, and are hosting virtual workshops and zoom even more excited to get back to regular presentations. Our VP of Social Events will operations on Miami University’s campus in also be hosting virtual movie nights and the Fall. other activities.

8 SPRING 2020 Zeta Rho In light of the current situation related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the chapter hosted a fundraiser for the Frontline Responders Fund through the sale of promotional t-shirts. This fund is focusing all of their resources on getting critical supplies to medical professionals in hospitals across the world combating the virus. We have raised more than $1,700 so far.

Zeta Zeta Our chapter is participating in a massive fundraiser with other universities to support efforts against COVID-19 by selling PCT merch! If you want merch or just want to help out, you can purchase apparel. Use the code “freeshipJASIJ” for free domestic shipping. Proceeds will go to Meals on Wheels America to support seniors against COVID-19. If you don’t want any apparel but still want to donate, you can also Venmo @ollie_yong with the caption “covid-19 relief”!

9 SPRING 2020 Zeta Upsilon

COVID-19 SURVIVAL GUIDE

Tips from the Zeta Upsilon Chapter for staying connected during a pandemic

Our chapter has continued to support each of our brothers and sisters not only in their professional and educational development, but in their physical and mental well-being. We have come together, through virtual meetings, to be a source of encouragement for one another as well as using the time to re-connect “ and foster our brother and sisterhood. -Heather Hanlon Founding Member & Chapter President

HEALTHY ▫ Attend classes & do work at a desk or dinner table STUDY ▫ Dress as you would for class rather than in your pajamas HABITS ▫ Turn oﬀ your phone during class

▫ Turn your camera on during class to keep you from succumbing to distractions

▫ Limit TV time

▫ It’s okay to ask your professors for help!

10 SPRING 2020 ADJUSTING ▫ Set up your new routine but keep whatever you can the same TO LIFE AT ▫ Get some exercise ▫ Go for a walk/run if you can HOME ▫ Highly suggested: Go on Youtube and follow along to Just Dance or Zumba workouts! ▫ Facetime family & friends ▫ Buy healthy snacks/meals ▫ Avoid stress eating! ▫ Drink lots of water ▫ Go to sleep at a reasonable hour ▫ Naps are good, but limit the amount of times you take a nap ▫ Stay positive!!

CONTINUING ▫ Set up weekly Zoom meetings with pledges ▫ Continue with lesson plans and assignments as normal THE PLEDGE ▫ Teach them how to handle virtual interviews PROCESS ▫ This will most likely be the main platform of interviews for a while ONLINE ▫ Check up on pledges every week & be ﬂexible with them ▫ Assure pledges that we are on their side!

NETWORKING ▫ If you don’t have a LinkedIn account, make one! ▫ Continue connecting with other students, professionals, FROM HOME and companies ▫ Don’t be embarrassed if your job oﬀer has been rescinded ▫ So many people are in the same situation ▫ Now more than ever, it is important to be supportive of one another. If someone has lost their job due to COVID-19 and is seeking any job opportunities, like their post so companies that are hiring see their post! ▫ If you have recently been oﬀered a job opportunity, share it on LinkedIn! We will celebrate with you! ▫ Tip: If you want to connect with someone in your desired industry, send them a brief personal message!

▫ Send monthly newsletters over the summer about Phi Chi WORST CASE Theta to those who attended past recruitment events SCENARIO…. ▫ Try connecting with the Class of 2024 (via email, word of In the unfortunate case mouth, newsletters, etc) to get them informed about your that universities continue to Chapter even before they arrive on campus teach remotely, here are ▫ If you can’t hold a recruitment next semester, let them some tips to connect with know that when campus opens up, Phi Chi Theta is the potential new members place to be! ▫ Get other campus organizations to vouch for your Chapter ▫ Stay active on social media ▫ Post regularly from your Chapter’s Phi Chi Theta account ▫ Start planning for the next possible recruitment!

11 SPRING 2020 Get a head start and sign up for Phi Chi Theta’s Fall 2020 Mentoring Program-- “Ambition In Motion ensures college students will have greater clarity of their career paths through identifying companies that relate to their strengths and interests, assisting them in building mentor relationships with professionals in their fields of interest, and helping them develop clear and realistic expectations for their careers.” Find out what your fellow brothers and sisters had to say about the new program!

“One thing [my mentor] did say was to always go into interviews confident. Even if you’re nervous you have to put that best foot forward. It shows you can keep “My mentor was Jeffrey composed in a possible high Zhao, former president of stress situation. It was nice the University of Washington having someone to talk to that chapter. He gave me fantastic is out of college and had the advice about how to navigate experience of going through it my time in Phi Chi Theta and with the help of Phi Chi Theta. add to the experience. We talked Also, with interviews, practice about prioritization during answering questions by yourself. internships and networking. As I never thought that would be a new graduate he also provided useful but it was when I had insight on what life after an online interview where my graduation looked like. Such as responses were all recorded!” the importance of hobbies and friends. One piece of advice Regina Gaffney I found very useful was his University of San Diego insight on being humble. People Class of 2021, Alpha Class, we will work with often see our Pledge Educator for the generation as more privileged Delta Class than others so working on humbleness and work ethic “My mentor not only helped me is important in all aspects of to further develop my resume business.” and prepare for networking and professional events but was My Ly Anna Nguyen able to help me with specific University of San Diego situations. I’m really grateful for Class of 2021, Alpha Class, all the support and advice that Former Executive Vice my mentors gave me. I really President enjoyed getting to connect with my mentor and hearing about her experiences at “It was a great experience participating as a mentor in the new mentoring program, her current job as well as her time in college in facilitated by Ambition in Motion. A matching algorithm is used to identify PCT. In addition to the professional advice she compatibility based on work orientation and views on work, life and balancing your gave me, she helped me develop some of my ambitions and motivations. They did a great job of matching me with a mentee that chapter’s current events and operations. It was has the same core work values. It felt like we started the program “on the same page” really nice getting to know her and interacting from our first conversation. It has been such a pleasure getting to work with her this with the PCT alumni community.” semester and I look forward to continuing our connection after the semester is over”.

Heather Hanlon Saundra Finley University of San Diego Class of 2021, Dallas Alumni Chapter Alpha Class, Current Chapter President Life Member

12 Chapter Event Recognition Awards (Fall 2019)

This award will be presented each semester to recognize an exemplary professional, community service, or fundraising event sponsored and implemented by a chapter. An award can be given for each category for a total of three awards each semester. The winners will be presented with a certificate from the National Office, a monetary award, and their program will be highlighted in the IRIS.

Chapter events will be reviewed based on the documents submitted for the chapter calendar of due dates.

This award will be decided by a committee consisting of the National President, Chairman of the National Executive Policy Board, and the National Vice-Presidents. Professional Development - Zeta Sigma The Zeta Sigma Chapter to plan and coordinate a the ultimate decision, as partnered with Monroe rather large client event. it provided a very classy Financial Group for a unique Chapter members conducted yet modern look that even opportunity involving research on the importance included a bowling alley. professional, managerial, of fostering and sustaining and client-facing experience. client initiatives with respect We then had to conceptualize Through funding issued to company investments. what type of events we by Monroe Financial, the Specifically, it is almost 3x as would have for our guests, Zeta Sigma Chapter was expensive to gain a new client ones that would be inclusive afforded the opportunity rather than taking care of your and exciting to everyone current ones. ‘ as not everybody had the physical aptitude to bowl. We first worked to Therefore, we created a evaluate the client Christmas trivia consisting demographics that of about 20 questions that would be attending would then be scored and the event so we could rewarded with various levels then proceed with how of prizes accordingly. We to best suit them. We also created a raffle that found that the average would ensure each guest client age at Monroe received a prize of some Financial is that of sort that would reinforce senior citizens and older our commitment to going professionals. above and beyond for the clients of Monroe. We then We then proceeded to evaluated various catering select a venue to host options and evaluated them the event that would weighing price to quality to be the company’s ensure we were staying within Christmas party. The the budget yet providing Grand on Main was our guests with a desirable

13 SPRING 2020 cuisine. throughout the various gain about the event we activities we had planned planned. With that being said, Now that the logistics of the for them. One of the most it was clear most clients had event had been set, we had to important parts though was an exceptional experience market this event to maximize the interaction between the besides a few minor things attendance and participation. clients and us. We commonly we could keep in mind if Therefore, we mailed out found ourselves interacting were to book another venue invitations to all of our with people much older than such as “More seating room Monroe Financial clients and us, which forced us to be available.” We also took a followed up with phone calls. relatable, adapt in the social look how much we spent in all We then sent each guest that environment, and think on our divided by how many clients RSVP’d a form with detailed feet. This skill alone is one came, providing us with an instructions on time of the I think is so underrated and idea of what our spending per event, recommended parking, can be such a useful tool in client was. and other various details today’s business world and about the event. is why we emphasize the soft All in all, it was a great skills of business at the Zeta professional opportunity for Now to the big day, we were Sigma Chapter. us to exercise and implement in charge of running the multiple business skills show. From standing outside Towards the end of the event, including marketing, project the venue to direct people, we passed out surveys management, financial to making sure the catering that we constructed so analysis, and more. I am was going to be ready to that we could gather some thankful to Monroe Financial roll out upon their arrival, client feedback to see what for believing in our ability to to progressing our guests possible insights we could execute this. Fundraising Event - Alpha Omega During these events, 8-10 members would volunteer their Saturday to work in the concession stands of Rutgers football games. These games were weekly and members would make and sell food as well as maintain the concession stand area.

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Community Service - Gamma Tau

Phi Chi Theta assisted the Career Development Center with the Dress to Impress event. This event allows students to select an outfit or items of clothing that are business professional, free of charge. This event helps student acquire these needed items of clothing so they can present themselves properly within in the business world. Gamma Tau enjoys assisting with this event as it directly relates to Phi Chi Theta’s mission of assisting students in acclimating successfully into the business environment.

Photo credit to “University of Montevallo Career Development Center”.

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16 Chapter Updates Alpha Iota

With philanthropy in particular, Alpha Iota maintains a strong presence at Penn State’s THON, a 46-hour no sitting, no sleeping dance marathon that fundraises for families impacted by childhood cancer, as well as critical research. We represent our 3 THON families: The Atterberry’s, the Mazur’s, and the Smith’s. Although Savion Atterberry and Jackie Mazur are sadly no longer with us, we dance in their honor with Leiland Smith, who went into remission about 2 years ago. For THON 2020, our chapter was able to raise over $113,000, which not only broke our fundraising goal, but contributed to the $11.6 million raised by Penn State to fight childhood cancer! We are so proud to be part of something bigger than us and represent an organization that weighs so heavily on giving back to the community.

17 SPRING 2020 Alpha Iota ~ Continued

Alpha Mu This semester, Phi Chi Theta – Alpha Mu brothers and sisters had the opportunity to travel to Chevy Chase, Maryland and tour the headquarters of JBG Smith, the largest landlord in the Washington D.C. area. Alumna Avani Katta gave a presentation to attendees introducing the topic of Real Estate Finance, and how to learn about Real Estate Finance within UMD’s undergraduate business program.

Being that most members in attendance had little background in Real Estate Finance, the visit was so insightful to hear more about the field from an alumni firsthand. JBG Smith also is the landlord company partnering with Amazon in preparation for its upcoming second headquarters opening in Crystal City, Virginia. This provided a real-world example of the impact Real Estate Finance has in the DMV area. In addition to industry Q&A, brothers and sisters were able to have a candid conversation on transitioning into the workforce from Avani. Being that she is the youngest member of the JBG Smith Chevy Chase office, the discussion was extremely relatable since Avani had recently been in the same position as Alpha Mu members that attended.

18 Alpha Omega

Phi Chi Theta Alpha Omega’s Spring 2020 recruitment consisted of two weeks of events that allowed our chapter to connect to the students on campus! From January 28th to February 7th, the brothers and sisters of Phi Chi Theta were able to meet the bright and exciting minds of Rutgers University. Here I have included images from two of the events that we had hosted during recruitment: ‘Smore’s Night’ and Professional Night! One event that consisted of deep conversations between rushes and brothers and another that consisted of a night of professional workshopping and resume critique!

The theme for recruitment this semester was to “Discover Your Journey”, with all of our décor and promotional content being based around mountains and continuously climbing up. In other words, Phi Chi Theta Alpha Omega wanted to collectively foster a sense of empowerment and positivity among rushes and members both. This entire experience was extremely fulfilling and motivating on the members’ parts in that we were able to connect with so many diverse students on Rutgers campus. When asked about Spring 2020 Recruitment, VP of Events Nikhil Sadaranganey stated, “Rush was an amazing way to meet new people and help bring our members and our mission to the broader Rutgers community, especially since our external team expanded our events to multiple campuses.” To conclude, Phi Chi Theta Alpha Omega values itself on its recruitment seasons! Being able to connect with the diverse personalities that Rutgers has to offer and learn more about what our campus has to offer is something we truly pride ourselves in.

19 SPRING 2020 Beta Chi

In the fall semester of 2019, Beta Chi packed and delivered Christmas bags to the children who attend Northwest Head Start. Head Start provides early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services, giving attendance preference to children with disabilities or low-income children and families. A member of our chapter saw that there was a need for winter wear and Christmas gifts for the children and brought it to our attention. In the gift bags we packed gloves, socks, hats and toys. Right before finals a group of Beta Chi members hand delivered these gifts to the children. It was so gratifying to see the children’s delight in receiving these gifts. It was an honor to be a help to our local community and experience we will never forget.

20 Beta Theta

The Phi Chi Theta Beta Theta Chapter of Sam Houston State University has jumped off the spring semester to an awesome start. Recently a few members from the chapter volunteered at a local hand me up shop where they moved furniture, helped clean the shop, and kept a great attitude the entire time. Each of the members put on their helping hands and enjoyed this volunteer event very much. The owner of the hand me up shop even invited the chapter back to volunteer once again as well because of their hard work.

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21 SPRING 2020 Epsilon Phi

The Epsilon Phi Chapter is full of motivated individuals who work toward a common goal. “PCT has been such a welcoming community of students. I was a little intimidated by the sheer size of MSU’s campus when I first arrived. Joining PCT has ‘shrunk’ the campus a bit and has given me a group I can feel a part of, with members that have the same mindset and aspirations as I do,” said Sophomore and Internal Relations Chairman, Jamie Wendel. Through our various professional development opportunities, volunteering throughout the community, and fun chapter events, our members are able to develop both personally and professionally. Ski Trip Weekend In February, our chapter spent some time together at a ski resort in Bellaire, Michigan. This trip was a great way for our active members to bond with the new pledge class, and forge new friendships. “Ski trip really brings us together as a fraternity. Our group had the chance to spend some time together on the slopes, whether it was tubing, snowboarding, or skiing. It was an amazing opportunity to plan the trip this year, and it was great to spend time with PCT,” said Sophomore and Social Committee Chairman, Catherine Manceor. This trip is a great way for the chapter to get to know the new pledge class, and truly welcome them to the fraternity. Valentine’s Day Pillow Making This semester, our members had the opportunity to put together heart-shaped pillows for the Lansing McLaren Health Hospice Group. This was a great way for our members to get involved within the Greater Lansing area and bring comfort to patients during Valentine’s Day. “I think this event was such an amazing why for the Fraternity to step back from our personal lives or school lives and give to those around us who are experiencing something that can be scary or full of discomfit. As well as adding our own personal message on the pillows allowed the patients to know someone was thinking of them. I think it also made a lot of us feel really thankful for the people we have in our lives and the privileges we experience each day,” says Junior and Service Committee Chairman, Josie Miller.

22 Zeta Eta

This past month was an exhilarating and busy one for Zeta Eta! There was an excellent turnout for our first philanthropy event. Active members volunteered at Winter Bash with Big Brothers Big Sisters. At the booth, actives helped the children make snowflakes out of paper.

In addition to the first philanthropy event, Phi Chi Theta also hosted a meeting with one of the recruiters from Macy’s. The session was hosted online, and the attendees were able to learn more about working in retail.

To finish out the month, Phi Chi Theta had their second philanthropy event with SCCAP (South Central Community Action Program). The active members of Phi Chi Theta cooked spaghetti and served it to the youth volunteers and community in the SCCAP program. Lots of people came to the meal, and the active members were able to meet and learn more about the people involved with SCCAP.

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23 SPRING 2020 Zeta Phi The Zeta Phi Chapter of Phi Chi Theta is successfully in the works of its second full semester. We are so excited to celebrate our first anniversary on April 12, and although we cannot celebrate together, we are keeping all of our brothers and sisters in mind. It has been an amazing year of growth, bonding, and networking. We thank all of the other chapters for their welcoming of us, and to our Regional Director Lizbeth Juarez, and to Saundra Finley, for answering all of our questions.

Our newest addition to our chapter is the Gamma Class. Thirteen members strong, they are finishing up their pledge period and will be initiated first thing this Fall. Each new member has received their big, and we are looking forward to fully welcoming them to the chapter. We had our second successful recruitment this spring, and are looking forward to our next one in the fall.

This semester our philanthropy event was planned to be Charleston Miracle Network’s Dance Marathon, Cougarthon, however due to the effects of COVID-19, the event was cancelled. Our chapter raised $2,259 from 41 donations, and we are excited to keep working with the organization in the future, for the kids! We also hosted a bake sale for a local charity, One80 Place, an organization that works to end and prevent homelessness, one person at a time.

On a professional level, this semester Zeta Phi hosted guest speaker Dan Dunlop, who is the principal and co-owner of Jennings & Company, a healthcare marketing agency. He spoke to us about marketing and branding ourselves, and opened our eyes to a different side of business. We were planning on having more guest speakers this semester, however as our plans have changed, we will be hosting our first virtual guest speaker this Monday, Tobias Hoppe. We are very excited to try out this technology for our chapter, and hopefully will be able to use it again in the future.

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One unique social event that our chapter held this year was a PCT Bowling Night. The majority of our members attended and it was a fantastic way to start off the new year! In addition to bowling night, our chapter hosted a cookout where our new members found out who their big’s were and met some of their older brothers and sisters. Our members admired socializing with everyone and enjoyed eating catered food from one of Charleston’s best BBQ places.

Despite ending the semester early due to COVID-19, the Zeta Phi Chapter of PCT has had a wonderful start to 2020. Since the beginning of the year and our addition of new members, it has contributed to more ambition and passion towards PCT than ever before. While it is unfortunate that our chapter will no longer be able to meet face-to-face for the remainder of the semester, our members continue to show motivation within their committees and have already begun planning for next semester. Give the gifts of time and talent… Become a Phi Chi Theta Educational Foundation trustee • Participate in monthly calls • Assist in crafting branding and marketing messages • Fundraise • Participate in Committees: • Investment Management • Treasury • Scholarship Committee • Social Media Management • Online Newsletter • Raise awareness of the Foundation and scholarship program Contact: Missy Bolin, Foundation President [email protected]

25 SPRING 2020 Zeta Pi

We are tabling for our annual Continuing to advertise for For one of our quarterly Business x Technology our conference in Red Square. philanthropy events, members Conference in front of our While marketing for the event, made chew toys out of old libraries. During the week before we also had our Krispy Kreme t-shirts for dogs at the local and the week of the event, fundraiser to incentivize animal shelter. members set-up a table to students to come to our table. market for the conference and (Left to Right: Joshua and Lihi) interact with students about our organization and conference. Members of the public were invited to attend. (Left to Right: Rhea and Diana)

For another philanthropy For one of our fundraisers, we Our new pledge classes’ event, members assembled decided to sell roses + candy project was to host a meal packages for local bundles to students in Red fundraiser of their choice. homeless people in the Square. We tabled for a total of Members decided on Krispy University District. We packed three days, and members got the Kreme donuts, and sold sandwiches, meals from Panda opportunity to take turns tabling. out after a day! We tabled Express, snacks, and water. (Left to Right: Annie, Pedro, and in Red Square. This was Bill) accomplished by the efforts of the new Theta Class. (Left to Right: Tracey, Annie, Kaushal, and Kevin)

26 Zeta Pi - continued

This photo shows members Dinner break during the This photo was taken during our of the panel who were invited. conference! annual Business x Technology The moderator (Viraaj) Conference. For this event, we asked questions about their invited six distinguished speakers respective backgrounds, roles, from various industries, ranging experiences, and advice. We from Google, Facebook, and also invited the audience for Microsoft, with a panel of more questions as well. speakers in the middle. The (Left to Right: Viraaj, Paul speaker shown in this photo is Ellis, Sumit Gulwani, Heaven Kim Bohr, who is the CEO and Hamiliton, Ashley Walls, business growth strategist from Brennan Agrannoff) The Innovare Group.

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27 SPRING 2020 Zeta Rho

This Spring, the Zeta Rho partnered with businesses implemented transparent Chapter at the University of such as Chipotle and communication with South Florida successfully PDQ to fundraise. We all members as they recruited 10 quality had many innovative and planned the transition to students to join our Delta progressive events planned digital operations; this pledge class. In addition to for the remainder of the included taking the time pledges, the chapter retains semester to encourage to systematically review 51 active members and professionalism, member inner-chapter operations graduated their first alumni development, and and functions to ensure this past Fall. The chapter philanthropy; that was until communication would started the semester off things got slightly derailed be smooth and efficient. strong with a corporate by the COVID-19 pandemic. All in-person events were tour of the headquarters of cancelled for this semester, Raymond James Financial, Upon the announcement but we immediately began professional development of the University of planning replacement workshops (i.e. resumes, South Florida stating all activities and digitizing the LinkedIn profiles, interview operations would become pledge process as much as skills, etc.) during rush remote, the Zeta Rho possible. week, and an Elevator Pitch Chapter immediately workshop earlier in the semester. Our members had the opportunity of giving back to the community by individually assisting business students at the university in the craft of professional resumes, LinkedIn profiles and interviewing techniques. We volunteered at Feeding Tampa Bay as part of their philanthropy efforts and

28 Currently, the chapter sends strong foundation and a weekly newsletter that continues to do so includes general chapter during these uncertain announcements, specific circumstances. We are announcements (pledges working together to vs. members), foundational give a great experience pillar announcements, within the membership and updates on the and to kick-off the Fall COVID-19 pandemic (e.g. semester running with Florida’s Stay-at-Home various innovative order, University software and exciting ideas for transitions, etc.). The Chapter development. Chapter will host its first fully-digital Chapter meeting through Microsoft Teams on Monday, April 6th and we are drafting digital options to further engagement throughout the semester. So far, the chapter has partaken in digital activities together such as Jackbox games, weekly meetings on Microsoft Teams, and we are working on various digital philanthropy & professional development activities to implement (e.g. COVID-19 relief fundraiser, remote workshops, and mock trading competitions). The pledge process is being maintained as well through virtualizing coffee chats and pledge meetings while solutions for the remainder of pledge activities are solidified. We are also developing education modules within University software (Canvas) for members to sharpen and learn new skills during this time.

Overall, the Chapter has successfully built a

29 Zeta Xi After an exciting recruitment season the Zeta Xi chapter kicked off our Spring 2020 semester with nine new members. Our chapter continues to engage in service, social and professional events that have long been enjoyed by our brothers and sisters. Every Monday members head over to Calvin Community Home to play bingo with our favorite residents who are always excited to hear about all everything going on at Drake University. Weekend professional visits also continue to be successful with Zeta Xi visiting with many major corporations in downtown Des Moines, such as our recent visit at Raygun with its founder and CEO Mike Draper. Most importantly, our chapter has continued to strengthen our bond as a fraternity through a variety of both on and off campus social events. This semester, we continue some of our favorite on campus events, like the spicy food challenge, while trying out some new off campus events like our trip to Smash Park. Looking forward, Zeta Xi begins to plan for another successful recruitment as well as some exciting new bylaw changes!

30 SPRING 2020 Dallas Alumni Dallas Alumni joined up to serve the community by volunteering together at Feed My Starving Children. They are a nonprofit group dedicated to fighting hunger all over the world.

From their website: “Every year, millions of children die from preventable causes such as pneumonia, diarrhea, malaria and undernutrition. Hunger is still causing nearly half of deaths in children under 5 years old. From this data, we estimate at least 6,200 children die each day from causes related to undernutrition. This is heartbreaking.

Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) believes hope starts with food. As a Christian nonprofit, FMSC is dedicated to seeing every child whole in body and spirit. FMSC works with food distribution partners that stay with communities for the long haul, empowering them to move from relief to development.

FMSC meals are developed by food science and nutrition professionals to supplement nutritional needs and reduce problems with malnutrition. Nutrition allows children to grow, thrive and develop to their full potential.

Our process is simple. Donations given by people just like you fund the meal ingredients. Volunteers hand-pack the meals. Meals are donated to FMSC food partners around the world, where kids are fed and lives are saved!”

If you would like to volunteer or donate, visit their website: https://www.fmsc.org/

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