Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternal Exam Study Guide

What is the highest-ranking governing document of Alpha Kappa Psi?

The Constitution and Statutory Code

What does the Constitution outline?

The structure of the fraternity, its governing bodies, membership definitions, and rights

What does the Statutory Code outline?

Chapter structures, discipline, and financial policies

How can the Constitution and Statutory Code be amended?

Only at Chapter Congress, by a 3/4 and majority vote

What does the Board of Directors' Statement of Policy cover?

Fraternity and chapter financial policies, minimum standards, discipline, risk management, communications, and attendance

How can the Board of Directors' Statement of Policy be amended?

By a majority vote of the Board of Directors

What is The Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi?

The official ritual manual containing all fraternity rituals; must never be added to or deleted from

What do Chapter Bylaws do?

Reflect local chapter operations but cannot conflict with higher governing documents

What are the five classes of membership in AKPsi?

Student, Faculty, Alumni, Honorary, Suspended

What is the fraternity's policy on membership discrimination?

Membership cannot be denied on the basis of race, creed, national origin, sex, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, age, or handicap

Name three AKPsi risk management policies.

Alcohol/Drug policy, Hazing policy, Sexual Harassment policy (others: Fire & Health Safety, Outside Investigations, Inappropriate Material)

How many initiations are required per school year?

Two

How many business meetings must a chapter hold each month?

At least two

How many meetings can a student miss before subject to suspension per semester? Per quarter?

3 per semester or 2 per quarter

What constitutes quorum at chapter meetings?

50% + 1 of eligible votes

List three duties of AKPsi members.

Attend meetings, recruit at least one member per semester, maintain at least a "B" average (others: financial obligations, live core values, cooperate with officers, etc.)

When and where was AKPsi founded?

October 5, 1904 at New York University

When and where was AKPsi incorporated?

May 20, 1905 in New York

When was the AKPsi Foundation founded?

1951

What is the AKPsi Foundation's mission?

Providing resources for enhancing the educational experience of future business leaders

When were women admitted to AKPsi?

August 1976

What is AKPsi's tagline?

Shaping People, Shaping Business

What is AKPsi's vision?

To be recognized as the premier developer of principled business leaders

Where are AKPsi chapters located?

United States, Canada, Europe, Hong Kong

Who are the Brooklyn Four?

Howard M. Jefferson, Frederick R. Leach, George L. Bergen, Nathan Lane Jr.

How many founding fathers does AKPsi have?

Ten

What objects appear on the Coat of Arms?

Coin bag, Phoenician galley, chain of four links, pair of balances

What are AKPsi's official colors?

Navy blue and gold

What is the coat of arms?

The coat of arms is AKPSi's heraldic insignia and possesses secret significance.

What is the logo and when was it created?

The fraternity's logo was created in 2001 and is an alternate option to the coat of arms

What is the seal?

The fraternity's seal is used to attest chartes, membership certificates and awards issued by the fraternity

What does the date of the seal mean?

The date "1905" is the year the fraternity was incorporated in the State of New York

What is the design of the flag?

The flag features the Greek letters in gold on a middle

panel of navy blue, with panels of gold on each side.

What is AKPsi's jewel and what does it symbolize?

Blue sapphire, it is the symbol of the alumni objectives

What is AKPsi's flower and what does it symbolize?

Yellow rose, it symbolizes joy, happiness, friendship

What is AKPsi's IRS designation?

Not-for-profit 501(c)(7)

What is the Foundation's IRS designation?

Not-for-profit 501(c)(3)

What is the pledge induction fee?

$48

What is the initiation fee?

$84

What are student member dues?

$60 per academic term

When and where are student fees payable?

Student fees are payable to the Heritage center on October 15 and February 15

How many areas and regions does AKPsi have?

4 areas, 16 regions

Who manages the regions?

Each region is managed by a Regional Director, who is a part of the Management Team

Who is the current CEO of AKPsi?

Steve Hartman

Who is the current Fraternity President?

Thomas Tran

Who is the current Executive Vice President?

Jacqueline Ginarte

Who is the current Chairman of the Board of Directors?

John LeVering

Who is the current Chairman of the Foundation Board of Directors?

Eliza Nuccio

Name at least two educational programs sponsored by the AKPsi Foundation.

The Academy, Case Competition, All-AKPsi Academic Team

What two main parts make up the Convention?

Chapter Congress and College of Leadership

What is The Academy in Alpha Kappa Psi?

A leadership institute funded by the AKPsi Foundation, based on The Leadership Challenge by Kouzes and Posner. It offers a highly personal experience with small group discussions led by AKPsi facilitators and business leaders, building a strong global network.

What is the All-AKPsi Academic Team?

A program that recognizes students who excel academically while contributing to campus and community. Eight members are named Top Scholars and awarded educational grants.

What is the Case Competition?

An AKPsi Foundation-sponsored event where teams compete in analyzing real business situations. The top three teams win scholarships. It gives students experience with decision-making under pressure and incomplete information.

What is the College of Leadership?

An event held with the Convention that develops advanced professional and leadership skills. Sessions focus on team leadership, recruitment, fundraising, and risk management through interactive discussions.

What is the Convention in Alpha Kappa Psi?

A biennial event with two parts: Chapter Congress and College of Leadership. Delegates vote on legislation, elect officers, and attend activities like the Celebration of Brotherhood, awards luncheons, and Grand Banquet.

What is the Fraternity Advisors Conference?

An annual conference for chapter and faculty advisors to gain education on supporting chapters, strengthening Chapter Advisory Boards, and improving their effectiveness as resources.

What is the President's Academy?

A leadership experience for chapter presidents that focuses on self-awareness, vision, and servant leadership. It provides tools for coaching officers, improving communication, and creating chapter success plans.

What is the Principled Business Leadership Institute (PBLI)?

A weekend event in multiple cities focusing on professional skill building and networking. It centers on AKPsi's values of brotherhood, integrity, service, unity, and knowledge.

What is the Yellow Rose Society?

A student donor program where members contribute at least $10 annually to the Foundation and receive a monogram lapel pin, event ribbon, and recognition in The Diary of Alpha Kappa Psi.

What is the creed of Alpha Kappa Psi?

Alpha Kappa Psi recognizes that

We live in deeds, not years;

In thought, not breath;

In service, not in figures on the dial.

We count time by heart throbs,

When they beat for God, for man, for duty.

He lives most who thinks most,

Is noblest, acts the best.

What is the Anthem of Alpha Kappa Psi, and what is the tune called?

Tune: Auld Lang Syne

Should old acquaintance be forgot,

And Alpha Kappa Psi?

Shall we pass slowly out of view,

Without regret or sigh?

For Alpha Kappa Psi, my friend, for Alpha Kappa Psi;

We'll bless the days that we have spent,

In Alpha Kappa Psi.

We'll work with might and main to win

Our meed of daily praise.

But ne'er shall we in after years

Forget fraternal days!

For Alpha Kappa Psi, my friend, for Alpha Kappa Psi;

We'll bless the days that we have spent,

In Alpha Kappa Psi.

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