Alpha Kappa Psi Final Exam (copy)

How many business meetings is the chapter required to hold per month in the academic year?

2

What is Alpha Kappa Psi's Tagline?

Alpha Kappa Psi - Shaping People, Shaping Business

What is the official flower of the fraternity

Yellow Rose

What are the colors of Alpha Kappa Psi?

Navy blue and gold

What is the mission statement of Alpha Kappa Psi?

Providing resources for enhancing the educational experience of future business leaders

What date was the fraternity incorporated?

May 20, 1905

The fraternity seal is used to attest charters, membership certificates and awards issued by the fraternity

True

Who is the current Fraternity President?

Corey Reddey

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

Michael E. Dickerson

Who is the current Chief Executive Officer of

Steve Hartman

What is Alpha Kappa Psi's vision statement?

Alpha Kappa Psi is recognized as the premier developer of principled business leaders.

Where was Alpha Kappa Psi founded?

New York University

Who is the fraternity's Executive Vice President?

De'Sean Keys

What year was the foundation founded

1951

What are the core values of Alpha Kappa Psi?

Brotherhood, Knowledge, Integrity, Service, Unity

When and where is the next Convention?

Bethesda, MD (2027)

If hazing occurs, you are not required to report any criminal acts such as unwanted physical contact to local law enforcement as well as to Alpha Kappa Psi

False

Which governing body has the ability to change the Constitution?

The Chapter Congress

The Yellow Rose Society is an annual giving program for student members with a minimum contribution of $10

True

The symbol of the alumni is the:

Blue Sapphire

Blindfold, scavenger hunts and kidnapping of pledges are all considered hazing 

True

At a chapter meeting, quorum is ___ percent of the total number of eligible votes.

50%+1

Convention is every ____ years

Two

All recruitment activities associated with any chapter may use alcohol if used responsibly with a designated driver present

False

How many meetings or required events can a student member miss unexcused per semester or quarter before they are subject to suspension from the chapter?

Three (3) per semester of two (2) per quarter chapter-specific events that correlate to the university’s academic calendar 

What are the highest-ranking governing documents that no other document can supersede?

The Constitution and Statutory Code 

When hazing violations occur, the chapter President and Vice President of Membership can be held personally liable

True

What are programs funded by the Alpha Kappa Psi Foundation?

The AKPsi All-Academic Team, The Academy and Case Competition 

The fraternity will not tolerate or condone any form of sexually abusive behavior, whether physical, mental or emotional.

True

How many members are on the Fraternity Board of Directors?

Nine

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 name of the group responsible for setting the fraternity’s policies and strategic vision?

The Fraternity Board of Directors 

The special significance of the Coat of Arms is only exemplified in the ritual.

True

What are the items on the Coat of Arms?

The coin bag, the Phonician galley, the chain of four links, the ten pointed star, the pair of balances

Hazing is only wrong if it is a physical act, mental abuse is not considered hazing.

False

How much is the fraternal initiation fee?

$84

What does the initiation fee pay for?

Student subscription to the Diary of Alpha Kappa Psi, membership card and certificate, a member pin

How much is the fraternal pledge induction fee?

$48

What does the fraternal pledge induction fee cover?

Program resources, technology and support

How much is the fraternal portion of student member dues each academic term?

$60

Who is the current foundation chairman?

Michael G. Dickerson

What date was the fraternity founded?

October 5, 1904

During each school year, chapters are required to hold ___ initiations.

Two

What was the nickname given to the original four founding fathers?

The Brooklyn Four

What are the objects of Alpha Kappa Psi?

To educate the public to appreciate and demand higher ideals therein, to further the individual welfare of its members, to foster scientific research in the fields of commerce, accounts and finances, to promote and advance in institutions of college rank, courses leading to degrees in business administration.

Name the ten founders of Alpha Kappa Psi. Mark the Brooklyn Four with an asterix (*)

Frederick R. Leach

Daniel V. Duff

William O. Tremaine

Howard M. Jefferson

Nathan Lane, Jr.

Morris S. Rachmill

Herbert M. Wright

George L. Bergen

Irving L. Camp

Robert S. Douglass

T/F, alcohol may be purchased using chapter, pledge class or fraternity funds 

False

T/F, while The Foundation is designated by the IRS as a 501(c)3, The Fraternity is a 501(c)7 which makes direct donations to the chapter not tax-deductible 

True

T/F, The Board of Directors voted to admit women into the fraternity in 1905

False

T/F, only the president of Alpha Kappa Psi can change the constitution

False

T/F, alcohol is allowed at pledge activities

False

T/F, there shall be non-alcoholic beverages and designated drivers at all events where alcohol is present

False

Who is the current CEO?

Steve Hartman

What group oversees the daily operations of the fraternity?

The Heritage Center Staff

What is the address of the Heritage Center?

7801 E 88th St., Indianapolis, IN 46256

What dates are fraternal student member dues payable to the Heritage Center?

October 15 and February 15

Which of the following are classes of membership of Alpha Kappa Psi?

Honorary, suspended, faculty, alumni

Which of the following are programs hosted by Alpha Kappa Psi?

The Academy, College of Leadership and PBLI

What is the preferred option by the fraternity when a chapter wants to host an event with alcohol?

No host, cash bar with a professional bartender fully covered with liability insurance

The fraternity is composed of how many regions?

Sixteen

Name the regions the fraternity is composed of.

Eastern Great Plains

Western Great Plains 

Eastern Great Lakes 

Western Great Lakes

Atlantic Metro

Central Atlantic 

Northern Atlantic 

Atlantic Gulf Coast

Valley Crossroads 

Carolina Coastal

Southern Bluegrass 

Southern Delta 

Pacific Northwest 

Central Pacific

Desert Southwest 

Northern Rio Grande

What are the duties of being a member?

Membership work: each member should recruit at least one new per semester to ensure stability of the chapter 

Cooperate with the president and other officers

Support, abide by and enforce the fraternity’s Constitution and Statutory Code, Board of Directors Statement of Policy as well as other fraternity policies and directives

Solemnly avow the Ritual of Alpha Kappa Psi

Meet financial obligations promptly

Assume responsibility, be reliable and complete every task assigned and help other brothers where needed

Attendance at every meeting and function

Prepare for professional and business success

Make every effort to maintain at least a “B” average 

Live the values of brotherhood, knowledge, integrity, service and unity