usf community development

Community DevelopmentPRESENTED BY: BECKIE MADAY

Alpha Phi International Fraternity

Agenda

• Introduction

• Discussion

• Definitions

• What Community Development Means to You

• Reflection

• Questions

Introductions

• Beckie Maday

• Alpha Phi International Fraternity

• Program Coordinator of Membership Services

Let’s talk …

What does community mean to you?

Community Development Starts With YOU!!

Why is community development important?

• Creates positive and inclusive communities

• Creates diverse, engaged, educated communities

• Assesses the needs of the community

• Assists members in taking/sharing ownership for their community

Cycle of Group Development

University of Saint Francis Mission Statement

As a Catholic university rooted in the liberal arts, we are a welcoming community of learners challenged by Franciscan values and charism, engaged in a continuous pursuit of knowledge, faith, wisdom, and justice, and ever mindful of a tradition that emphasizes reverence for creation, compassion and peacemaking. We strive for academic excellence in all programs, preparing women and men to contribute to the world through service and leadership.

USF & Franciscan Values

• Respect

• Compassion

• Service

• Integrity

What does community development mean?

• Within the community

• Within the university • Within the

organization

Final Thoughts

• Introduce yourself and your organization to different professionals on campus

• Get involved with other organizations on and off campus and represent your organization

• Create pride and brainstorm on how to do so

• Ice Breaker Games

• Personal reflection with others

QUESTIONS

Contact Me:

Beckie Madaybmaday@alphaphi.org

(847) 316-8931

Thank You!