Elon University2009-2010 Annual Greek Awards Packet

Enclosed in this packet are copies of the award applications for all of the individual awards and some of chapter awards presented to members and chapters of the fraternity and sorority community at Elon University. Every chapter is encouraged to submit applications for these awards. All applications will be judged by a faculty and staff committee and presented at the Annual Greek Awards Ceremony on May 5, 2010.

The following is a list of the individual awards available: IFC Man, PHC Woman, NPHC Member

o Awarded to: 1 IFC Man, 1 PHC Woman, 1 NPHC Membero The Panhellenic Greek Woman of the year award is named the Elizabeth E. Fleuren Panhellenic Greek

Woman of the Yearo Must be a senioro Maximum 2 applications per chapter

Outstanding Chapter Presidento Awarded to one person per councilo Must have served as President in 2009-2010o 1 application per chapter

Outstanding Greek Achievero Awarded to one person per councilo Must be a Junioro 2 applications per chapter

Greek Emerging Leadero Awarded to one person per councilo Must be a Sophomoreo 2 applications per chapter

Outstanding New Membero Awarded to one person per councilo Must be a new member in 2009-2010o 2 applications per chapter

Outstanding Chapter and Faculty Advisoro Awarded to one Chapter Advisor and one Faculty Advisoro Must have served as an advisor in 2009-2010o 1 applications per chapter for each award

Greek Life Hall of Fameo Award is given to 8 or less peopleo Must be a senior or alumni member of Elon Greek communityo 2 applications per chapter

F.I.R.E. (Fraternal Ideals Represented Everyday)o Awarded to members of the Elon Greek Community who exemplifies his or her chapter’s values and

principles in his or her daily lifeo Must be a senior o Selected by Greek Life Staff

House Manager of the Yearo Awarded to a house manager who has contributed to Greek Housing System

o Selected by Assistant Director of Greek LifeThe following is a list of chapter awards available (these awards are not by application):

Chapter of the Year and Chapter Progress (Most Improved) Awardo Awarded to one chapter per councilo Must be in good standing with the Office of Greek Life and your respective councilo Award is given to a chapter based on information submitted in Foundations of Excellence and

supplemental statistics Foundation of Excellence Awards (PHC, IFC, and NPHC)

o Outstanding Scholarship Programo New Member Education Programo Member Education Programo Outstanding Philanthropy o Risk Managemento Community ServiceAwards are given to chapters based on information submitted in Foundations of Excellence and supplemental statistics

Academic Awardso Highest Chapter GPAo Overall Grade Improvement o Highest New Member GPA

Women’s and Men’s Facilities of Yearo Award based on damage billing and weekly walk-through reportso Selected by Assistant Director of Greek Life

Outstanding Chapter Program (PHC, IFC, and NPHC)o Awarded to one chapter per councilo Awarded to a chapter who has demonstrated varied, unique, and successful programming throughout

this academic year that has benefited the university and / or greater communityo Selected by Committee by review of Chapter Programming Reports submitted throughout the year

Outstanding Greek Collaborationo Awarded to the chapters the collaboration involvedo To recognize the chapter(s) that has demonstrated a concerted effort to interact with a wide range of

other Greek organizations within and out of their respective councilo Selected by Committee by review of Chapter Programming Reports submitted throughout the year

Application forms may be electronically completed and emailed to Zach Thomas (zthomas2@elon.edu) for easier submission.

All applications and recommendations are due by April 19, 2010 by 5:00 p.m. to the Office of Greek Life in Moseley 209.

Elon UniversityGreek Man and Greek Woman of the Year

2009-2010 Application Information

This award was designed to recognize Greek leaders who have made a significant contribution to Elon University and the Greek community. The criteria for this award are as follows:

Must be a graduating senior in good standing with his/her fraternity/sorority

Must exemplify the ideals that are the basis of fraternal values (scholarship, service, brotherhood/sisterhood, and interfraternalism)

Must show a commitment to improving the Greek community at Elon University, including but not limited to improvement of his/her own organization

Must promote a positive image of Greek Life

Must have attained a good balance of participation in all aspects of student life

Must have demonstrated leadership ability

Must be well respected by students, faculty, and staff

Must have demonstrated a high level of integrity

Each chapter may nominate two (2) seniors for this award, and complete the two-part application. There is a section for the nominee to complete, and a section for the chapter to complete.

If there are questions, please contact Zach Thomas in the Office of Greek Life at x-7326.

All Greek Award applications are due by5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010

to the Office of Greek Life.

Elon University2009-2010 Greek Man & Greek Woman of the Year

Please complete this application (print neatly, or use a separate piece of paper) and submit to the Office of Greek Life no later than 5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010. E-mail submissions are acceptable.

Name: Chapter:

Cumulative G.P.A.: Major/Minor: _______

Please list all leadership roles you have held within your fraternity/sorority with dates:

Please list all leadership roles and dates held on the IFC/NPHC/PHC Council:

Please list all other activities and leadership roles held at Elon University:

Please list all community service or volunteer activities:

Personal Statement:

On a separate page, please write the following:1. A brief statement addressing specifically how you meet the criteria for this award2. A statement on the personal impact of your Greek affiliation, Greek Community and Elon

community.

Elon University

2009-2010 Greek Man & Greek Woman of the Year

Please return this recommendation to Zach Thomas in the Office of Greek Life no later than 5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010 in a sealed envelope.

Candidate Name: Chapter:

Person completing recommendation:

Office held in chapter:

On a separate piece of paper please answer the following questions:

1. Please state the greatest contribution this individual has made to your organization.

2. How has this individual exemplified the fraternal ideals of scholarship, service, brotherhood/sisterhood, and interfraternalism?

3. How has the Elon University community benefited from this individuals presence as a member of the student body?

4. Please state any other information or qualifications you feel the selection committee should consider.

Signature: Date:

Elon University2009-2010 Outstanding Chapter President

2009-2010 Application Information

This award was designed to recognize outstanding contributions from a fraternity and sorority chapter president. The criteria for this award are as follows:

Must have served as a chapter president during the 2008-2009 school year

Must exemplify the ideals that are the basis of fraternal values (scholarship, service, brotherhood/sisterhood, and interfraternalism)

Must show a commitment to improving the Greek community at Elon University, through the betterment of his/her organization

Must promote a positive image of Greek Life

Must have attained a good balance of participation in all aspects of student life

Must have demonstrated leadership ability

Must be well respected by students, faculty, and staff

Must have demonstrated a high level of integrity

Each chapter may nominate their chapter president for this award. There is a section for the nominee to complete, and a section for the chapter to complete.

If there are questions, please contact Zach Thomas in the Office of Greek Life at x-7326.

All Greek Award applications are due by5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010

to the Office of Greek Life.

Elon University2009-2010 Outstanding Chapter President

Please complete this application (print neatly, or use a separate piece of paper) and submit to the Office of Greek Life no later than 5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010. E-mail submissions are acceptable.

Name: Chapter:

Cumulative G.P.A.: Major/Minor: ______

Please list all leadership roles you have held within your fraternity/sorority with dates:

Please list all leadership roles and dates held on the IFC/NPHC/PHC Council:

Please list all other activities and leadership roles held at Elon University:

Please list all community service or volunteer activities:

Personal Statement:

On a separate page, please write the following:1. Identify the greatest challenge you faced as president, and how you resolved it.2. How will your experiences as president prepare you for life after Elon University?

Elon University2009-2010 Outstanding Chapter President

Please return this recommendation to Zach Thomas in the Office of Greek Life no later than 5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010 in a sealed envelope.

Candidate Name: Chapter:

Person completing recommendation:

Office held in chapter:

On a separate piece of paper please answer the following questions:

1. Please state the greatest contribution this individual has made to your organization:

2. How has this individual exemplified the fraternal ideals of scholarship, service, brotherhood/sisterhood, and interfraternalism?

3. Please state any other information or qualifications you feel the selection committee should consider.

Signature: Date:

Elon University2009-2010 Outstanding Greek Achiever

2009-2010 Application Information

This award was designed to recognize outstanding contributions from a fraternity and sorority member, but not specifically to their Greek organization. The recipient of this award should have made significant contributions to the campus community as a whole. The criteria for this award are as follows:

Must be a junior or completing their third year at Elon University during the spring term of 2010

Must exemplify the ideals that are the basis of fraternal values (scholarship, service, brotherhood/sisterhood, and interfraternalism)

Must show a commitment to improving the Greek community at Elon University, through active involvement in and out of the fraternity/sorority

Must have made a significant impact on the Elon University community through involvement in a campus project, organization, etc.

Must promote a positive image of Greek Life and Student Life

Must have attained a good balance of participation in all aspects of student life

Must have demonstrated leadership ability

Must be well respected by students, faculty, and staff

Must have demonstrated a high level of integrity

Each chapter may nominate two (2) members for this award.

If there are questions, please contact Zach Thomas in the Office of Greek Life at x-7326.

All Greek Award applications are due by5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010

to the Office of Greek Life.

Elon University2009-2010 Outstanding Greek Achiever

Please complete this application (print neatly, or use a separate piece of paper) and submit to the Office of Greek Life no later than 5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010. E-mail submissions are acceptable.

Name: Chapter:

Cumulative G.P.A.: Major/Minor: ________

Please list all leadership roles you have held within your fraternity/sorority with dates:

Please list all leadership roles and dates held on the IFC/NPHC/PHC Council:

Please list all other activities and leadership roles held at Elon University:

Please list all community service or volunteer activities:

Personal Statement:

On a separate page, please write the following:1. Identify and propose a solution for a campus issue at Elon University.2. How have your leadership experiences prepared you for greater responsibility on campus and

in life?

Elon University2009-2010 Greek Emerging Leader

2009-2010 Application Information

This award was designed to recognize emerging leadership potential from a fraternity and sorority member. The recipient of this award should show a strong interest in holding leadership positions within the chapter and in campus organizations. The criteria for this award are as follows:

Must be a sophomore or completing their second year at Elon University during the spring term of 2009

Must exemplify the ideals that are the basis of fraternal values (scholarship, service, brotherhood/sisterhood, and interfraternalism)

Must show a commitment to improving the Greek community at Elon University, through active participation in and out of the fraternity/sorority

Must promote a positive image of Greek Life

Must have attained a good balance of participation in all aspects of student life

Must have demonstrated leadership ability

Must be well respected by students, faculty, and staff

Must have demonstrated a high level of integrity

Each chapter may nominate two (2) members for this award.

If there are questions, please contact Zach Thomas in the Office of Greek Life at x-7326.

All Greek Award applications are due by5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010

to the Office of Greek Life.

Elon University2009-2010 Greek Emerging Leader

Please complete this application (print neatly, or use a separate piece of paper) and submit to the Office of Greek Life no later than 5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010. E-mail submissions are acceptable.

Name: Chapter:

Cumulative G.P.A.: Major/Minor: ______

Please list all leadership roles you have held within your fraternity/sorority with dates:

Please list all other activities and leadership roles held at Elon University:

Please list all community service or volunteer activities:

Personal Statement:

On a separate page, please write the following:

1. Please identify five essential skills a leader must possess in order to be successful and why these were your choices.

2. What is your vision for Greek Life at Elon University?

Elon University2009-2010 Outstanding New Member

2009-2010 Application Information

This award was designed to recognize new members for their contributions to the chapter in a short amount of time. The criteria for this award are as follows:

Must be a member of a Fall 2009 or Spring 2010 new member class

Must exemplify the ideals that are the basis of fraternal values (scholarship, service, brotherhood/sisterhood, and interfraternalism)

Must show a commitment to improving the Greek community at Elon University, through active participation in and out of the fraternity/sorority

Must promote a positive image of Greek Life

Must have attained a good balance of participation in all aspects of student life

Must be well respected by students, faculty, and staff

Must have demonstrated a high level of integrity

Each chapter may nominate two (2) new members for this award.

If there are questions, please contact Zach Thomas in the Office of Greek Life at x-7326.

All Greek Award applications are due by5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010

to the Office of Greek Life.

Elon University2009-2010 Outstanding New Member

Please complete this application (print neatly, or use a separate piece of paper) and submit to the Office of Greek Life no later than 5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010. E-mail submissions are acceptable.

Name: Chapter:

Cumulative G.P.A.: Major/Minor: ________

Please list all activities and leadership roles held at Elon University:

Please list all leadership roles you have held within your fraternity/sorority with dates:

Please list all community service or volunteer activities:

Personal Statement:

On a separate page, please write the following:

1. What leadership opportunities appeal to you at Elon University?2. Why did you choose to join your fraternity or sorority at Elon University?

Elon University2009-2010 Outstanding Chapter or Faculty Advisor

2009-2010 Application Information

This award was designed to recognize outstanding contributions from a fraternity and sorority chapter or faculty advisor. The criteria for this award are as follows:

Must have served as a chapter or faculty advisor during the 2009-2010 academic year

Must exemplify the ideals that are the basis of fraternal values (scholarship, service, brotherhood/sisterhood, and interfraternalism)

Must show a commitment to the undergraduate chapter through their involvement

Must believe in the power of the fraternity and sorority experience

Each chapter may nominate their chapter or faculty advisor for this award. There is a section for the chapter to complete. Only one chapter and one faculty advisor will be recognized at the Greek Awards Ceremony – not one men’s and women’s advisor.

If there are questions, please contact Zach Thomas in the Office of Greek Life at x-7326

All Greek Award applications are due by5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010

to the Office of Greek Life.

Elon University2009-2010 Outstanding Chapter or Faculty Advisor

Please return this recommendation to Zach Thomas in the Office of Greek Life no later than 5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010 in a sealed envelope.

Candidate Name: Chapter:

Person completing recommendation:

Office held in chapter:

On a separate piece of paper please answer the following questions:

1. Please state the greatest contribution this individual has made to your organization:

2. How has this individual aided your chapter to achieve its goals and ideals?

3. Please state any other information or qualifications you feel the selection committee should consider.

Signature: Date:

Elon UniversityGreek Life Hall of Fame

2009-2010 Application Information

This award was designed to recognize Greek leaders who have made a significant contribution to Elon University and the Greek Life and Elon community. The criteria for this award are as follows:

Must be a graduating senior in good standing with his/her fraternity/sorority

Must have a cumulative GPA the meets or exceeds a 3.0

Must exemplify the ideals that are the basis of fraternal values (scholarship, service, brotherhood/sisterhood, and interfraternalism)

Must show a commitment to improving the Greek community at Elon University, including but not limited to improvement of his/her own organization

Must promote a positive image of Greek Life

Must have attained a good balance of participation in all aspects of student life

Must have demonstrated leadership ability

Must be well respected by students, faculty, and staff

Must have demonstrated a high level of integrity

Each chapter may nominate two (2) seniors for this recognition, and complete the two-part application. There is a section for the nominee to complete, and a section for the chapter to complete.

If there are questions, please contact Zach Thomas in the Office of Greek Life at x-7326.

All Greek Award applications are due by5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010

to the Office of Greek Life.

Elon University2009-2010 Greek Life Hall of Fame

Please complete this application (print neatly, or use a separate piece of paper) and submit to the Office of Greek Life no later than 5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010. E-mail submissions are acceptable.

Name: Chapter:

Cumulative G.P.A.: Major/Minor: _______

Please list all leadership roles you have held within your fraternity/sorority with dates:

Please list all leadership roles and dates held on the IFC/NPHC/PHC Council:

Please list all other activities and leadership roles held at Elon University:

Please list all community service or volunteer activities:

Personal Statement:

On a separate page, please write the following:1. A brief statement addressing specifically how you meet the criteria for this award2. A statement on the personal impact of your Greek affiliation, Greek Community and Elon

community.

Elon University2009-2010 Greek Life Hall of Fame

Please return this recommendation to Zach Thomas in the Office of Greek Life no later than 5:00 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010 in a sealed envelope.

Candidate Name: Chapter:

Person completing recommendation:

Office held in chapter:

On a separate piece of paper please answer the following questions:

1. Please state the greatest contribution this individual has made to your organization.

2. How has this individual exemplified the fraternal ideals of scholarship, service, brotherhood/sisterhood, and interfraternalism?

3. How has the Elon University community benefited from this individuals presence as a member of the student body?

4. Please state any other information or qualifications you feel the selection committee should consider.

Signature: Date: