THE CHALLENGE OF VALUES CONGRUENCE O R I G I N A L LY P U B L I S H E D I N S U M M E R 2 0 0 6 Originally appearing in the Summer 2006 edition of Perspectives, The Challenge of Values Congruence by Dana R. (Becker) Powell, then the Director of Greek Life at Presbyterian College, examines not only a fraternal issue but an America that “clearly faces a values crisis today.” Written at a time where the Duke University Lacrosse Team controversy was prevalent in the headlines, the piece discusses how values, both desirable and undesirable, are ingrained into organizational culture. Additionally, Powell applied three of the seven C’s of The Social Change Model for Leadership Development — consciousness of self, consistency, and collaboration — to create a lasting impact within the work of fraternities and sororities. Since the initial publication, Dana has left higher education; however, she continues to work with young people. Her path has led her to working with prevention of teen pregnancy, child abuse, and neglect. In each of these roles she has applied The Social Change Model for Leadership Development. In addition to her nonprofit work, Dana also serves as a certified Speaker, Trainer, and Coach with the John Maxwell Team.
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