Jan 2010 News and Updates Print
Written by Section 50 Chair   
Tuesday, 26 January 2010 18:50
Hi Everybody,

*Hi Candice*

Welcome back and I hope that everyone is doing well with their upcoming and ongoing rush/recruitment weeks. I can't wait to attend upcoming pledge ceremonies! Below are a few general updates for January 2010 that you can feel free to pass along to your chapter.

Updates on Membership Goals (after reported Fall AAMDs):
The current Section 50 Membership Goals for 2009 - 2010 are 353 Actives, 350 pledges, 309 initiates. All 6 chapters reported their fall pledge classes/new initiates and charter reaffirmations. The current statistics as of January 2010 are 362 Actives, 228 Pledges, 186 Initiates. I am pleased to announce that we have met/exceeded the Active Goals and we are 65% of the way to our 2009 - 2010 pledge total.

Youth Service Grant applications due by Feb 1st:
The APO Youth Service Grant Program provides funds, in the form of a grant, for Alpha Phi Omega chapters. Each year, grants are awarded to qualifying chapters to conduct a service project that relates to socially positive programs for pre-college-age youth. The Alpha Phi Omega Endowment Trust facilitates the funding for this special program. 
 
The APO Youth Service Grant Review Committee evaluates the applications and funds as many appropriate projects as available monies will allow. Grants range from $100 to $500 each. The committee will notify all chapters submitting applications when selections have been determined. Remember that the applications can be submitted via postal mail to the National Office or email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Visit: http://www.apo.org/show/National_Programs/Service/Programs/Youth_Service_Grant for more information

Finally, mark your calendars for the following events:
  • Friday, Feb 5th - next Parkland Petitioning Ceremony at Room D244 Parkland College. Dress for this event is "Business Casual" and a fellowship will follow. Ceremony begins promptly at 7:30pm so please arrive at least 15-20 minutes early so we can start on time. Click here for map

  • February 27th - Theta Epsilon Annual Merit Badge Day, contact Alyssa Shapiro This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for additional information or if your chapter is interested in volunteering

  • March 19th - 21st - 47/50/51 Tri-Sectional Conference hosted by Eta (NIU / Dekalb, IL). The theme is "Going for the Gold in Service". Be sure to visit www.sa.niu.edu/apo/sectionals for additional information. More promotion emails to come but everyone should continue to promote this event to their chapters!
In L,F and S,
Candice Solomon-Strutz
Section 50 Chair
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