2016 #AFLVWest & NCGLC by AFLV

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AT A GLANCE Thursday, April 7 2:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. 2:00 P.M. – 6:45 P.M. 2:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. 2:00 P.M. – 11:00 P.M. 2:00 P.M. – 11:00 P.M. 2:00 P.M. – 11:00 P.M. 6:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. 6:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. 6:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M. – 9:45 P.M. 7:15 P.M. – 8:45 P.M. 9:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. 9:00 P.M. – 10:30 P.M. 10:15 P.M. – 11:00 P.M. 11:00 – 11:50 P.M.

Registration Opens Exhibit Hall Grand Opening Silent Auction Drop-off Awards & Assessment Display Professionals’ Lounge Study Lounge NCGLC Welcome Reception Professionals’ Reception NPHC Meet Up Exhibit Hall Closed Opening Session Educational Session Block #1 The Hunting Ground Screening Silent Auction Kickoff & Exhibit Hall Refreshments / Raffle Announcement Evening Entertainment

Friday, April 8

7:00 A.M. – 8:00 A.M. Wake Up & Work Out 8:30 A.M. – 11:00 P.M. Awards & Assessment Display 8:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. Professionals Lounge 8:30 A.M. – 11:00 P.M. Study Lounge 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Registration 9:00 A.M. – 10:30 A.M. General Session 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. Silent Auction & Exhibit Hall Open 10:45 A.M. – 11:45 A.M. Educational Sessions Block #2 10:45 A.M. – 11:45 A.M. Featured Speaker Block #2 12:00 P.M. – 1:20 P.M. Affiliation & Recognition Lunch 1:20 P.M. – 2:10 P.M. Grab & Chat Dessert w/ Exhibitors and Raffle Announcement 2:00 P.M. – 3:20 P.M. Out & Greek Meet and Greet 2:20 P.M. – 3:20 P.M. Educational Sessions Block #3 2:20 P.M. – 3:20 P.M. Featured Speaker Block #3 2:20 P.M. – 5:40 P.M. Awards Consultations for Potential Applicants 2:20 P.M. – 5:40 P.M. Professionals Institute 3:30 P.M. – 4:30 P.M. Educational Sessions Block #4 3:30 P.M. – 4:30 P.M. Featured Speaker Block #4 4:40 P.M. – 5:40 P.M. Educational Sessions Block #5 4:40 P.M. – 5:40 P.M. Featured Speaker Block #5 4:40 P.M. – 5:40 P.M. NPC Area Advisor Meetings 7:45 P.M. Movie on the Lawn: Minions

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SATURDAY, April 9 7:00 A.M. – 8:00 A.M. Wake Up & Work Out 8:00 A.M. – 9:00 A.M. Order of Omega Case Study Competition Orientation 8:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Registration Open 8:30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. Awards & Assessment Display 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Study Lounge 8:30 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. Professionals Lounge 9:00 A.M. – 10:30 A.M. General Session 10:00 A.M. – 1:45 P.M. Silent Auction Open 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Exhibit Hall Open 10:45 A.M. – 11:45 A.M. Educational Sessions Block #6 10:45 A.M. – 11:45 A.M. Featured Speaker Block #6 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. NCGLC Luncheon 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. AFLV West Student Luncheon 12:00 P.M. – 1:15 P.M. Professionals Luncheon 1:00 P.M. – 1:45 P.M. Grab & Chat Dessert w/ Exhibitors and Raffle Announcement 2:00 P.M. – 5:20 P.M. Order of Omega Case Study Competition 2:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. Educational Sessions Block #7 2:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. Featured Speaker Block #7 3:10 P.M. – 5:20 P.M. Silent Auction Item Pick-up 3:10 P.M. – 5:20 P.M. Award Consultations for 2016 Applicants 3:10 P.M. – 4:10 P.M. Educational Sessions Block #8 3:10 P.M. – 4:10 P.M. Featured Speaker Block #8 4:20 P.M. – 5:20 P.M. Educational Sessions Block #9 4:20 P.M. – 5:20 P.M. Featured Speaker Block #9 4:20 P.M. – 5:20 P.M. Council Meeting Space 5:45 P.M. – 6:45 P.M. Fraternal Values Society Chartering Initiation 5:45 P.M. – 6:45 P.M. Order of Omega Initiation 5:45 P.M. – 6:30 P.M. Awards & Assessment Rehearsal (by invitation only) 7:30 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. Recognition Banquet 9:30 P.M. – 12:00 A.M. T-Shirt Auction 9:30 P.M. – 12:00 A.M. AFLV Party Hop & Stroll Off

SUNDAY, April 10

9:00 A.M. – 10:15 A.M. Closing General Session

Schedule at a Glance Conference Info

Friday Schedule Ed Block #2

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GET CONNECTED 6 Keynote Speakers 9

Ed Block #3 Ed Block #4

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Featured Speakers Featured EVENTS

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ED Block #5 Saturday Schedule

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NCGLC EVENTS 14 Out & Greek Events 14

ED Block #6 ED BLOCK #7

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PROFESSIONAL Events 17 Sponsors 18 Thursday Schedule 20 ED Block #1 23

ED Block #8 ED Block #9 Exhibitors Maps

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Conference INFO Award Recipients

Meals

Conduct

Nametags

Students and advisors wearing award recipient and/or finalist ribbons represent the councils which have applied and been selected to receive awards at the recognition banquet on Saturday. Ask these individuals about the outstanding work they are doing on their campuses, sign up for an awards consultation. No excessive noise should be heard in the hotel hallways at any time. It is important to respect the privacy of all hotel guests, especially those who are not involved with our conference. See the Standards Policy on page 5 for more information and full details.

Conference Dress

Business casual should be worn for all sessions of the conference. The Saturday evening banquet attire is a coat and tie for men and semi-formal dress for women. Follow us on Pinterest for examples of what is and is not appropriate to wear.

Daily Announcements

All updates on conference activities will be announced in the first general session each day. You can also follow us on Twitter and download the Guidebook App for an up to date schedule. If you wish to make a general announcement, the deadline is noon the previous day. Announcements should be submitted in writing to the conference office in Spinnaker.

Ed Session Evaluations

Provide feedback for each educational session using paper evaluations, which will be available in each session room. Evaluations are essential to the program presenter and help us make AFLV West even better. We really do care what you think. Return your completed session evaluations to the program presenter. The overall conference evaluation will be available electronically immediately following the conference.

Emergencies

Please report injuries and illnesses to hotel security through the hotel operator and contact an AFLV West Office staff member immediately.

Wi-Fi

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide Wi-Fi in individual rooms, but it is available for purchase. You may enjoy free Wi-Fi in the hotel lobby and coffee shop area.

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Conference registration includes lunch on Friday and Saturday and the Recognition Banquet on Saturday. Your nametag will be your admission to all meals. No refunds are available for missed meals or lost nametags. Additional meal tickets can be purchased from the registration desk. Breakfast and snacks will not be provided by AFLV. Nametags must be worn at all times. Nametags are your admission ticket to all Ed sessions, general sessions, meals, and any special events (seriously, all conference events). If you lose your nametag, you will be charged a $20 replacement fee, so don’t lose it!

Promptness

Please arrive early to the educational sessions because many sessions fill up quickly! Think about it: if there’s a session you’re super excited to attend, there’s a pretty good chance dozens or even hundreds of other people are also super excited. Time is allowed between sessions to ask questions, get presenter contact information, etc. Because seating capacity is limited for some rooms, sessions could close, so plan ahead and arrive early. If your session is full, consider checking out one of our featured speakers!

Questions

Find any member of our intern team, Conference Committee, or Central Office staff if you have questions. All of our team members are easily identified by our silver AFLV nametags.

Registration

Delegates should check in with the hotel BEFORE checking in with the conference. Conference registration is located in Bayview Foyer. All AFLV West participants must be registered for the conference and must wear their nametags at all times.

Gender Neutral Restrooms

AFLV is pleased to offer a gender neutral restroom, located on the Nautilus level of the Marina Tower conference space.

Hotel Info Check In & Check Out

Check in is at 3:00 P.M. You will be able to leave your luggage at the bellman station if you arrive early. Check out on Sunday is at 11:00 A.M. If you need extra time, please make arrangements with the front desk.

Bills

All hotel guests are responsible for paying their hotel bills. Although you are registered as being affiliated with AFLV, we will not assume any responsibility for your account while attending the conference. Tipping is at your discretion. However, we recommend a minimum of 15%. For bell service, please tip $2.00 per bag depending on the size and weight of each bag.

Parking

The conference parking rate for attendees is $22.00 per car per day for self parking and $30.00 per car per day for valet. If you have questions or need special parking arrangements, contact the Sheraton.

Lost and Found

Please check with the hotel security staff or the conference office located in the registration area in the Bayview Foyer for lost and found items.

Hotel Security

The Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina does everything it can to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable stay. Should an emergency arise, dial the operator from any house phone. The hotel security department will dispatch appropriate people to the scene.

Airport Shuttle

The Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina provides complimentary San Diego airport shuttle service to/from the San Diego International Airport. The courtesy airport shuttle arrives every 20-25 minutes from 4:45 A.M. – 12 A.M., seven days a week. If you are arriving in San Diego, follow the “Ground Transportation” signage. The shuttle picks up at the 3rd island marked “Courtesy Vehicles.”

STANDARDS POLICY To ensure all AFLV Conferences continue to maintain a reputation for excellence and high standards, we have high expectations of appropriate behavior at each event. In an effort to minimize hotel security involvement, behavior standards will be monitored and enforced by the Conference Standards Team. It is expected each conference participant reads, understands, and follows conference behavior standards as well as appropriate federal, state, and local laws. AFLV expects conference attendees respect the property and the rights of the hotel and its guests. In that spirit, be advised that alcoholic beverages and/or illegal substances are not permitted in general hotel spaces and there will be no alcohol and/or illegal substances permitted in guest rooms. Alcohol and/ or illegal substances are also not permitted at any conference event, including meals. Loud and disruptive music is also prohibited.

All federal, state, and local laws apply, as do your institutions policies and procedures. The legal drinking age in the state of California is 21 and is strictly enforced.

Standards Process

Depending on the severity, first incidents may result in a warning. After one warning, individuals violating conduct expectations may be asked to leave the conference and the hotel. AFLV reserves the right to send any individual or delegation home without any warning if the violation is deemed severe enough. University officials and inter/national fraternities and sororities will be informed of the conduct and the individuals responsible. If any member of a council is asked to leave the hotel, that council may be suspended from attending future AFLV conferences. Additionally, if a university has repeated offenses while in attendance, its membership in the Association of Fraternal Leadership & Values and eligibility to attend future conferences will be in jeopardy.

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Get Connected Follow @AFLV on Twitter

Download the Guidebook App

for reminders, updates, and a live feed of everything going on at #AFLVWest! Use #AFLVWest to join the conversation, interact with attendees, and tell all your followers what you’re learning.

to read session descriptions, build your schedule, and see hotel and Convention Center maps. Download Guidebook from your app store and search for “AFLV West 2016.”

Follow @aflvofficial on Instagram to check out pictures and videos of the conference. Share your photos with us by hashtagging #AFLVWest.

add ‘aflvofficial’ on snapchat

Like Association of Fraternal Leadership & Values on Facebook

to get important conference updates straight to your phone. To sign up text AFLVWEST to 71441. Advisors should text WESTPRO to 71441.

for exclusive content such as behind-thescenes footage. Watch our stories and you’ll stay in the loop with all things happening at #AFLVWest.

for reminders and highlights of each day.

ed session topics In an effort to help you select educational sessions that are most applicable to your interests and position, sessions are categorized into 15 areas, many of which correspond with the AFLV Awards & Assessment process. PROGRAM TOPICS ARE LISTED FOR EVERY ED SESSION. Using these TOPICS is a great way to guide the decisions you make on which session to attend. Any participant is welcomed and encouraged to attend any session, regardless of category or conference. Academic Achievement Community Service & Philanthropy Council Management Intake & Membership Recruitment Leadership & Educational Development

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Public Relations Risk Reduction & Management Self Governance & Judicial Affairs Chapter Management Fraternal Values

GLBTQA Health & Wellness Life After College Social Entrepreneuership Social Justice

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Come visit visit our Come our booth in the booth in the Exhibit Hall Exhibit Hall and and attend our ed session on session on Friday Friday at 2:20 P.M. at 10:45am.

Learn how to get involved! www.circleofsisterhood.org/take-action

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The purpose of the Cross Cultural Advisors Institute is to inform student affairs professionals and inter/ national fraternity/sorority staff and volunteers about best practices for advising culturally-based fraternities and sororities. The Institute is also designed to equip participants with strategies to create, sustain and promote a more inclusive environment on campus. Our faculty members’ innovative approaches will leave participants feeling empowered to take the necessary steps to enhance their practice and fraternal communities. New location! • Close to amusement parks • Close to factory outlets • Free parking • Registration includes resort fee

Questions? Contact us at info@theharborinstitute.com

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Registration: https://2016ccfaiorlando.eventbrite.com @TheHarborInstitute

TheHarborInstitute

Keynote Speakers @phiredup

phired up productions All Leadership is Social Thursday | 7:15 – 8:45 P.M. | Grande Ballroom BC As we fall more in love with our cell phones and Tumblr, our personal, human, face-to-face relationships are suffering. Yet, our ability to be more “social” and our ability to connect deeply with others defines our fraternal experience and our ability to lead our brothers and sisters. Social fraternities and sororities are perfectly designed and positioned to breed the world’s greatest “social” leaders. Fraternities and sororities need more “social” leaders now more than ever. “Social Excellence” is the most important factor leading to success in life, business, relationships, and fraternity and sorority. By embracing the social component of our organizations rather than downplaying it, fraternities and sororities can move beyond relevance and become deeply significant and valuable to our host institutions, local community, and to the world. Your ability to lead will be greatly defined by your ability to be more social.

@WIllKeim

Will Keim

@MGSpeaksup

MICHELLE GUOBADIA

Be a Dream Maker: Your Role in Making Fraternity and Sorority Life Great Friday | 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. | Grande Ballroom BC So, now that you’re in a fraternity or sorority, life is great, right? But have you ever stopped to consider how your role in your chapter is making it truly great? Or worse, could your behavior be destroying it? In her typical candid style, Michelle provides a wake-up call to those fraternity and sorority members who are coasting on their status or who are senselessly participating in destructive behavior, like hazing, abusive drinking, assault and poor academics.

@parvatishallow

PARVATI SHALLOW

On The Shoulders Of Giants: Living A Life That Matters How to Thrive in the Face of Uncertainty Saturday | 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. | Grande Ballroom BC

Sunday | 9:00 – 10:15 A.M. | Harbor island ballroom

As fraternity and sorority members, we stand on the shoulders of our Founding Fathers and Mothers and our brothers and sisters that have gone before us. This program will reveal some of the brave members and life-changing decisions that set the table for our success. The program will connect our past and present with an eye on our future growth and development as chapters and individuals. The presenters offer the unique perspectives of a father and daughter, initiated into the Greek community 30 years apart. Attendees will learn the keys to success of living a life that matters in a beautifully diverse and multicultural world. Greek Life is more relevant today than it has ever been and participants will leave the program aware of their noble past, mindful of their present opportunities, and prepared to face an uncertain future with the same integrity, courage, and vision of their founding members.

College students stand at the edge of forming their adult identities and lives. At this stage, questions about what’s to come far outnumber answers. Fear of the unknown can be crippling to students who are unsure of their next steps. Parvati has learned developing the ability to handle an unknown future with both intuition and courage is a skill. With the right tools, any student can learn how to relax and confidently face uncertainty without getting caught up in fear and anxiety. In her keynote, Parvati helps students understand the importance of focusing on the things that go right in life. Through inspiring, personal stories of both success and failure, Parvati helps students learn to take courageous action, listen to their own inner guidance and understand they only need one thing to go right in order to move forward to the next.

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Featured Speakers @David_Stollman

DAVID STOLLMAN

@JeremyPoincenot

JEREMY POINCENOT

Buy In or GET OUT!

When Fraternity Really Matters

Friday | 10:45 – 11:45 A.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #200

Friday | 2:20 – 3:20 P.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #201

Too often, good leaders and good chapters are not able to succeed because they are too busy cleaning up after the ones that don’t get it. Fixing their problems or fighting their negative image. Imagine how much more we could accomplish if they were part of the solution instead of part of the problem. David will say what you wish you could. Let him confront them in his funny, interactive and moving style. His message will inspire those that want to care about the core values of Fraternity and Sorority Life: fellowship, service, leadership and scholarship. He will challenge your members to embrace the best and get rid of the rest. It will touch on topics that range across all major issues facing communities across North America today.

Jeremy Poincenot inspires students with a story of how a brother changed his life. After suddenly losing his eyesight in college due to a hereditary disease, Jeremy was rescued from despair by his fraternity brothers who rallied around him, helped him cope with his new reality, and gave him hope. “Some blind people get a seeing-eye dog,” Jeremy jokes. “I got a fraternity house full of seeing-eye brothers.” In a world where we are surrounded by negative stories about fraternity and sorority life, Jeremy offers a true story that speaks to the awesome potential of brotherhood. He believes this commitment, caring, and support was only possible through the fraternity relationship. We spend so much of our lives caring about ourselves, but sometimes the commitment you’ve made to others unexpectedly gives you a chance to make a difference.

@Samdavidson

SAM DAVIDSON

@KristenHadeed

Kristen Hadeed

What My Second Grade Girlfriend Taught Me About You Can’t Be Kinda Committed: Why Values are Critical Leadership to Recruitment Success Friday | 3:30 – 4:30 P.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #202

Friday | 4:40 – 5:40 P.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #203

While in elementary school, Sam Davidson learned enough life lessons to help him get to where he is today. A leading advocate of Social Entrepreneurship and servant leadership, Sam understands student leaders have a core story to tell. Sam offers practical tips to grow a following, shape an organization, and recruit others to care about their passions. Funny stories from second grade shape the core ideas for Sam’s discussion of values-based leadership, and students leave more confident about their abilities to make an impact on their campus and community. Hilarious and meaningful, this keynote leaves everyone inspired to start their own projects and make their campus (and world) a better place.

All fraternities and sororities want the best members in their chapters, but asking the right questions to determine what “best” truly means can be tough. Asking questions like: “If you could change your name to anything, what would it be and why?” or “What is your favorite food?” tell you nothing about the true character of a potential member. Instead, we should be asking questions that reveal whether or not a member is committed to personal and academic success. Are they loyal? Will they always act with integrity? Are they determined and passionate about leaving behind a legacy? Imagine how different our campuses, communities, and our world would be if all of our members were this way.

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Featured Speakers @SofieRKarasek

Sofie Karasek

@HILARYCORNA

HILARY CORNA

THE STUDENT MOVEMENT TO END CAMPUS SEXUAL VIOLENCE #DareYourself to Eat the Eyeball: How to be a Saturday | 10:45 – 11:45 A.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #204 Global Leader Following Thursday evening’s screening of The Hunting Ground, a widelyacclaimed documentary about campus sexual violence, Sofie Karasek, one of the film subjects and the Director of Education for End Rape on Campus, will be joining us for a Q&A session. End Rape on Campus (EROC) envisions a collegiate experience in which everyone has an education free from violence. EROC directly supports survivors and their communities, preventative education and policy reform at the campus, local, state, and federal levels. For more information, visit endrapeoncampus.org.

@shaunsperling

Saturday | 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #206 Hilary Corna delivers an unique, authentic, and interactive message designed to increase engagement by daring students to lead and campus cultures to develop individually responsible global leaders. Hilary outlines 5 universal leadership approaches based on her work abroad and pragmatic tools for how students can apply them in college. This cultivates premiere leadership skills and fosters an intrinsic motivation to defy their comfort zone and take on leadership roles in campus activities, community service, and other organizations. Are you ready to #DareYourself?

@bodyheart

SHAUN SPERLING

AMBER KRZYS

Authentic Leadership

What do you really want?

Saturday | 3:10 – 4:10 P.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #205

Saturday | 4:20 – 5:20 P.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #207

At a very young age, Shaun learned the most important lesson of leadership: in order to be effective, you have to be yourself. Through hilarious stories and engaging anecdotes, Shaun helps student leaders uncover the many layers that hide their truths to help them achieve their greatest potential and become stronger leaders. Only when you are able to lead with authenticity, can you truly inspire your brothers and sisters, chapters and counsels. In this program, Shaun focuses on how by being yourself, leaders can empower their members, improve recruitment, increase retention, participate more meaningfully in philanthropy and ultimately inspire members to live their core values.

What do you really want? When was the last time you asked yourself that question about you or your organization? And, more importantly, why do you want it? Do you want to ace your exams just for the A? Do you want to lose ten pounds just to say you did? Do you want to be Greek just because? Probably not. There’s something deeper at play, and that is your point of power and what this talk is about. Based on Amber Krzys’ successful TEDx Talk, this session will open your eyes to the paradox of desire. How often we seek fulfillment “out there”, when really the best way to have anything you want is to start from within. What if you could have more confidence, freedom, and joy right now—without anything in your life changing on the outside? That’s what you’ll learn in this session.

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Featured EventS @TOTALRECALLMAN

The hunting ground

DAVE FARROW

Thursday featured film

Farrow Method-Memory, Focus & Speed Learning Skills

Thursday | 9:00 – 10:30 P.M. | Grande Ballroom BC

Thursday | 11:00 – 11:50 P.M. | Grande Ballroom BC

This documentary is a startling exposé of rape crimes on U.S. college campuses, their institutional cover-ups and the devastating toll they take on students and their families. Please note: AFLV will offer free and confidential services to any conference attendee, both men and women, who have experienced crime, violence, or abuse, for incidents occurring on or off campus, recently or in the past at our Victim Advocacy & Support Center. Trained professionals will be available in Marina 6 from 9:00 to 11:30 P.M. on Thursday. Also, join us on Friday from 2:20 - 3:20 in Nautilus 3 for Q&A session with film subject and End Rape On Campus co-founder, Sofie Karasek; and sexual assault survivor and founder of Only With Consent, Jasmin Enriquez.

The Farrow Method for Memory and Focus Improvement, Speed Learning and Self-directed Learning is a brain-based system unlike any other, and it was created by Guinness World Record holder for Greatest Memory Dave Farrow to overcome his own ADHD, Dyslexia and Learning Challenges. Using the Farrow Method, Dave will take failing students and make them pass, take passing students and make them soar. Simple, fun and effective learning strategies from the Farrow Method help students remember more in less time, with greater ease, and without repetition. You’ll be able to study better, ace tests, and turn your life around for lasting success!

@1StrongMovement

Silent auction

wake up & work out

Thursday| 10:15 – 11:00 P.M. Friday | 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. Saturday | 10:00 A.M. – 1:45 P.M.

With THE strong movement

Grande ballroom A The AFLV Silent Auction raises money to support scholarships and leadership development initiatives including our service immersion trips. Bid early, bid often and score sports memorabilia, fraternity swag and more for yourself or keynote speakers and consultations for your campus community!

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Friday & Saturday | 7:00 – 8:00 a.M. | Bayview Lawn Keep up on your New Year’s resolutions and join us on Friday and Saturday morning for a perfect, get-the-day started workout with the team from The Strong Movement. Please plan to bring to a towel. Workout attired is suggested. Participants will be required to sign waivers prior to starting their workout. The Strong Movement is a community of strong bodies and strong minds that supports and empowers one another to be fit, happy, healthy, confident, successfully, and most importantly, strong.

Featured EventS MOvie on the lawn: Minions

The hart institute For social event planning

Friday | 7:45 – 9:45 P.M. | Bayview Lawn

Saturday | 10:45 A.M. – 5:20 P.M. | Marina 3

We are excited to host a movie night outside on the lawn! It’ll be on the big screen, so just like you were at the movies, but under the stars. We’ll even have popcorn. Make sure to bring a blanket and your friends! Pre-registration is required.

Maybe it’s time for the leaders in our communities to get on the same page; have hard conversations, become educated and embrace that YOU are the change agents of the fraternity and sorority community. As a result of the Hart Institute edition for community leaders, participants will engage in a community conversation around problems in the area of risk management. They will achieve a better understanding around the framework of stages of change, harm reduction, and brain development. Those who attend will develop a common understanding of the FIPG Risk Management Policy around alcohol and drugs. Ultimately, participants will learn how to create safe events in compliance with the policy through event planning and prevention resources. Pre-registration is required.

t-shirt auction Fraternal Values Society Initiation Saturday | 5:45-6:45 P.M. |Seabreeze 1 & 2 Interested in reprioritizing fraternal values in your community? If so, we are excited to announce that delegations can charter a chapter of the Fraternal Values Society at #AFLVWest during our on-site FVS Initiation…and can do so at a discounted rate of $200 (normally a $500 value) plus individual initiation fees ($50 per member). Registration forms are in your delegation packet and must be fully completed upon arrival to the initiation. Payment on-site is preferred but group invoicing (inclusive of all fees) is also an option. Your FVS Charter, individual membership certificates and membership pins will be shipped following the conference, upon receipt of payment.

Auctioneer: James robilotta Saturday | 9:30 P.M. – 12:00 A.M. | MArina 6 For the second year, AFLV is hosting a LIVE t-shirt auction as part of the Saturday night festivities. Our 2015 t-shirt auction raised almost $1,500 and all proceeds will benefit students through AFLV’s scholarship program and other educational initiatives. Chapter-specific shirts as well as council, community, and other fraternity and sorority related shirts are up for grabs. Exercise your bidding arm and walk away with your new favorite shirt!

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NCGLC events Welcome reception

NCGLC Luncheon

Thursday, April 7 6:00 -7:00 P.M. | bayview lawn

Saturday, April 9 12:00 – 1:00 P.M. | Harbor Island II

Let’s kick off NCGLC with a reception for all The NCGLC Luncheon is a unique opportunity to NCGLC participants! This reception is for connect with other NCGLC attendees and enjoy all members of culturally-based fraternities some food and friends. Don’t miss this lunch! and sororities and will include music, light refreshments, and an opportunity to mingle with brothers and sisters in San Diego.

NCGLC ED SESSIONS All conference attendees are invited to attend any session in which they have interest. However, we’ve taken an extra step to identify sessions with NCGLC specific-content with the NCGLC emblem.

Out & Greek events Meet & Greet

Featured Speaker

Friday, April 8 2:00 -3:20 P.M. | bayview lawn

Saturday, April 9 3:10 – 4:10 P.M. | Nautilus 5

Start OUT & Greek with a Welcome Reception! This reception is for all GLBTQ and ally attendees and will include music, light refreshments, and an opportunity to mingle with brothers and sisters in attendance in San Diego.

At a very young age, Shaun learned the most important lesson of leadership: in order to be effective, you have to be yourself. Through hilarious stories and engaging anecdotes, Shaun helps student leaders uncover the many layers that hide their truths to help them achieve their greatest potential and become stronger leaders. Shaun focuses on how by being yourself, leaders can empower their members, improve recruitment, increase retention, participate more meaningfully in philanthropy and ultimately inspire members to live their core values. See page 11 for full description.

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Ed sessions All conference attendees are invited to attend any session in which they have interest. However, we’ve taken an extra step to identify sessions with Out & Greek specific-content with the Out & Greek emblem.

wait... What’s a FEATURED SPEAKER?

Featured Speakers are just like an ed session but on a bigger Level Why should you go to a Featured Speaker session? • Learn from some of the best speakers in the game. They’re Awesome! • Opportunity to see a speaker you might want to bring to campus for a program. • You won’t find a “Session Full” sign on the door.

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CHARTER YOUR CHAPTER AT #AFLVWEST

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Professional events Professionals reception Professionals institute Professionals lounge Thursday, April 7 6:00 – 7:00 P.M. | Shoreline Join fellow campus professionals, graduate students, and inter/national organization volunteers for refreshments to kick off your #AFLVWest experience.

Friday, April 8 2:20 – 5:40p.m. | Marina 1 The role of campus-based fraternity/ sorority professionals has evolved over the past 40 years, and the markers of success are still changing. With increasing calls for measurable outcomes in higher education, professionals need to reposition themselves to remain relevant. Using recent research, the 2016 Professionals’ Institute will examine the contribution of fraternity/sorority professionals to institutional priorities. The session will provide strategies for adapting to new measures of success, and it will equip professionals to better assess the impact of membership on student outcomes.

Thursday | 2:00 – 11:00 P.M. Friday | 8:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. Saturday | 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Shoreline The Professionals Lounge is the place to connect with professional friends, meet new colleagues, network, and relax. Host an informal discussion group, reflect on ideas, and exchange ideas. Sponsored by the Association of Fraternity/ Sorority Advisors.

Sponsored by the Association of Fraternity/ Sorority Advisors Foundation.

Professional luncheon COFFEE BREAKS Saturday, April 9 Thursday | 6:00 – 7:00 P.M. 12:00 – 1:15 P.M. | Harbor Ballroom II Friday | 8:15 – 10:45 A.M. The Professional Luncheon is a unique Friday | 1:15 – 2:15 P.M. opportunity to network with colleagues and enjoy some food and friends. Also, be sure to Saturday | 8:15 – 10:45 A.M. pick you a special thank you gift from AFLV staff Saturday | 1:15 – 2:00 P.M. and volunteers. Shoreline Sponsored by Excellent Decisions.

ed sessions We have several educational sessions specifically for fraternity/ sorority advisors throughout the conference. These sessions are identified as “For Professionals Only” and with an icon.

Stop by, mingle with other professionals and enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee.

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Big THANKS to the Sigma Kappa Foundation for committing resources to conference scholarships to aid students with the financial commitment of attending AFLV West. For more information on applying for future scholarships, visit www.aflv.org. PAGE 18

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Thursday, April 7 Registration Open

NPHC Meet Up

Victim Advocate Support Center

Silent Auction Drop-off

Let’s kick off AFLV West right with a reception for all Divine 9 participants at the conference! This meet-up is for all chapter members and will include light refreshments and the opportunity to mingle with brothers and sisters in attendance in from across the region.

AFLV will offer free and confidential services to any and all conference attendees, both men and women, who have experienced crime, violence, or abuse, for incidents occurring on or off campus, recently or in the past at our Victim Advocacy & Support Center. Trained professionals will be available during and after the screening of The Hunting Ground.

2:00 – 10:00 P.M. | Bayview Foyer 2:00 – 7:00 P.M. | Bayview Foyer

Awards & Assessment Display 2:00 – 11:00 P.M. | Nautilus Foyer

Exhibit Hall Open

2:00 – 6:45 P.M. | Grande Ballroom A

Mingle with exhibitors and learn how they elevate the fraternity/sorority experience. Hit up the candy bar and enter your name in a drawing for attendance prizes!

Professionals Lounge

2:00 – 11:00 P.M. | Shoreline

The Professionals Lounge is the place to connect with professional friends, meet new colleagues, network, and relax. Come reflect and exchange ideas in an informal discussion group. Sponsored by the Association of Fraternity/ Sorority Advisors.

Study Lounge

2:00 – 11:00 P.M. | Maritime Boardroom

Looking for a quiet space? We know you’re missing classes and need to study. This room is dedicated to the academic success of our conference attendees.

NCGLC Reception

6:00 – 7:00 P.M. | Bayview Lawn

Let’s kick off NCGLC with a reception for all NCGLC participants! This reception is for all members of culturallybased fraternities and sororities and will include music, light refreshments, and an opportunity to mingle with brothers and sisters.

Professionals Reception 6:00 – 7:00 P.M. | Shoreline

Join fellow campus professionals, graduate students, and inter/national organization volunteers for refreshments to kick off your #AFLVWest experience.

6:00 – 7:00 P.M. | Harbor’s Edge Restaurant

All Leadership is Social

Phired Up Productions, @PhiredUp 7:15 – 8:45 P.M. | Grande Ballroom BC

As we fall more in love with our cell phones and Tumblr, our personal, human, faceto-face relationships are suffering. Yet, our ability to be more “social” and our ability to connect deeply with others defines our fraternal experience AND our ability to lead our brothers and sisters. Social fraternities and sororities are perfectly designed and positioned to breed the world’s greatest “social” leaders. Fraternities and sororities NEED more “social” leaders now more than ever. “Social Excellence” is the most important factor leading to success in life, business, relationships – and fraternity and sorority. By embracing the social component of our organizations rather than downplaying it, fraternities and sororities can move beyond relevance and become deeply significant and valuable to our host institutions, local community, and to the world. Your ability to lead will be greatly defined by your ability to be more social.

Educational Block #1 9:00 – 10:00 P.M. | Various

See pages 22 – 23 for session descriptions.

The Hunting Ground Screening @thehuntinground 9:00 – 10:30 P.M. | Grande Ballroom BC

This documentary is a startling exposé of rape crimes on U.S. college campuses, their institutional cover-ups and the devastating toll they take on students and their families. Weaving together footage and first-person testimonies, the film follows the lives of several undergraduate assault survivors as they attempt to pursue (despite incredible push back, harassment, and traumatic aftermath) both their education and justice.

9:00 – 11:30 P.M. | Marina 6

Mountain West Conference Student Roundtable 9:15 – 10:15 P.M. | Nautilus 5

Roundtable for student and professionals at institutions in the MWC.

Silent Auction Kickoff

10:15 – 11:00 P.M. | Grande Ballroom A

Join us for refreshments as we officially open the Silent Auction. The AFLV Silent Auction raises money to support scholarships and leadership development initiatives including our service immersion trips. Bid early, bid often! The first raffle drawing announcement will be made.

Farrow Method-Memory, Focus & Speed Learning Skills Dave Farrow, @totalrecallman

11:00 – 11:50 P.M. | Grande Ballroom BC

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ed block 1, 9:00 – 10:00 P.M. Why Aren’t People Joining on Your Campus?

Nautilus 3 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #001

Have you ever wondered why some top-notch men and women on campus decide not to join your community? In this session, you will learn why they don’t join and specific ways to change their perception. Once we understand this, we can then develop a coordinated campaign appealing to our target market and shining a positive light on Greek life. You will walk out of this session with a variety of proven practices changing the way unaffiliated members of your campus perceive fraternities and sororities. Tom Healy, LaunchPoint Solutions, Healy@launchpointsolutions.org

Retaining and Engaging Your Members Through Graduation Nautilus 1 | Leadership Development | Program #002

For many organizations, nearly 1 of every 5 members in the fraternity/ sorority community quit during their first semester. Retaining members to initiation can be a major challenge, but retaining them through graduation is our ultimate goal. There are several key strategies you can utilize to not only keep your members, but prepare them to be truly successful! Utilizing exclusive data obtained through proprietary research on fraternity/sorority retention, combined with Phired Up’s Social Excellence philosophy and our NEW Retention program, we’ll provide new member educators (and anyone interested in nurturing and keeping your members) with experiential strategies that can be applied in their members’ experience throughout their membership. Vince Farba, Phired Up Productions, Vince@PhiredUp.com

The One Hour That Can Change Your Life Forever Nautilus 2 | Leadership Development | Program #003

Inspired by a one hour conversation that changed her life forever, Kristen Hadeed (an entrepreneur who employs 500+ people) created a workshop to teach her employees how effective listening can dramatically change relationships. After seeing the huge, immediate impact this workshop had on each of her employees and the culture within her organization, Kristen and her team felt a responsibility to share the content with others. At the end of this hour, we will realize that we have never truly listened to anyone before. We will understand why 87% of people in our organizations are disengaged, unmotivated, and generally unhappy. And we will leave with the tools and the knowledge to fix it. We all deserve to be fulfilled by the way we contribute to our organizations, and this content is the first (and most important step) towards achieving that. Kristen Hadeed, CAMPUSPEAK, kristen@studentmaid.com

Coalition Building with Culturally Based Fraternities and Sororities Seabreeze 1 | Social Justice | Program #004

The need to address problematic behaviors at a system level are necessary to prevent member/organizational fatigue and tokenizing. Too often, members face struggles like racism and are expected to bounce back into action without ways to offer healing and regrouping. This session will offer members of culturally based fraternities and sororities (i.e. NALFO, NAPA, NMGC, and NPHC) the opportunity to express the challenges faced in their communities, identify support structures and people to routinely engage with at home and across the nation, and strategize actions that go beyond the chapter room and into the community. Xajés Martinez, Colorado State University, xajes.martinez@colostate.edu

The hunting ground screening 9:00 – 10:30 P.M. | Grande Ballroom BC This documentary is a startling exposé of rape crimes on U.S. college campuses, their institutional cover-ups and the devastating toll they take on students and their families. Weaving together footage and first-person testimonies, the film follows the lives of several undergraduate assault survivors as they attempt to pursue (despite incredible push back, harassment, and traumatic aftermath) both their education and justice. Please note: AFLV will offer free and confidential services to any conference attendee, both men and women, who have experienced crime, violence, or abuse, for incidents occurring on or off campus, recently or in the past at our Victim Advocacy & Support Center. Trained professionals will be available in Marina 6 from 9:00 to 11:30 P.M. on Thursday. Also, join us on Friday from 2:20 - 3:20 in Nautilus 3 for Q&A session with film subject and End Rape On Campus co-founder, Sofie Karasek; and sexual assault survivor and founder of Only With Consent, Jasmin Enriquez.

Mountain West Conference Student Roundtable 9:00 – 10:00 P.M. | Nautilus 5

Roundtable for student and professionals at institutions in the Mountain West Conference.

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Friday, April 8 Wake Up & Workout with The Strong Movement 7:00 – 8:00 A.M. | Bayview Lawn

Join us for a perfect, get-the-day started workout with the team from The Strong Movement. Please plan to bring to a towel. Workout attired is suggested. Participants will be required to sign waivers prior to starting their workout.

Professionals Lounge

8:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. | Shoreline

Sponsored by the Association of Fraternity/ Sorority Advisors.

Registration Open

8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. | Bayview Foyer

Study Lounge

8:30 A.M. – 9:00 P.M. | Maritime Boardroom

Be a Dream Maker: Your Role in Making Fraternity and Sorority Life Great Mchelle Guobadia, @mgspeaksup 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. | Grande Ballroom BC

So, now that you’re in a fraternity or sorority, life is great, right? But have you ever stopped to consider how your role in your chapter is making it truly great? Or worse, could your behavior be destroying it? In her typical candid style, Michelle provides a wake-up call to those fraternity and sorority members who are coasting on their status or who are senselessly participating in destructive behavior, like hazing, abusive drinking, assault and poor academics.

Exhibit Hall Open

10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. | Grande Ballroom A

Silent Auction Open

10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. | Grande Ballroom A

The AFLV Silent Auction raises money to support scholarships and leadership development initiatives including our service immersion trips. Bid early, bid often, and take home some great items.

Educational Block #2

10:45 – 11:45 A.M. | Various

See pages 26 – 27 for session descriptions.

Featured Speaker

10:45 – 11:45 A.M. | Nautilus 5

David Stollman - Buy In or GET OUT!

Affiliation Luncheon

12:00 – 1:20 P.M. | Grande Ballroom BC

The Affiliation Luncheon is the perfect opportunity to meet and converse with your brothers and sisters from across the country. Arrive early to find your table! Special thanks to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital for their longtime support of this event. Sponsored by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Grab & Chat Dessert w/ Exhibitors 1:20 – 2:10 P.M. | Grande Ballroom A

Out & Greek Meet & Greet 2:00 – 3:20 P.M. | Bayview Lawn

Educational Block #3 2:20 – 3:20 P.M. | Various

See pages 28 – 29 for session descriptions.

Featured Speaker

2:20 – 3:20 P.M. | Nautilus 5

Jeremy Poincenot -When Fraternity Really Matters

Professionals Institute 2:20 – 5:40 P.M. | Marina 4

The role of campus-based fraternity/ sorority professionals has evolved over the past 40 years, and the markers of success are still changing. With increasing calls for measurable outcomes in higher education, professionals need to reposition themselves to remain relevant. Using recent research, the 2016 Professionals’ Institute will examine the contribution of fraternity/sorority professionals to institutional priorities. The session will provide strategies for adapting to new measures of success, and it will equip professionals to better assess the impact of membership on student outcomes. Sponsored in part by the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors Foundation.

Award Consultations for Potential Applicants

2:20 – 5:40 P.M. | Nautilus Foyer

Looking for ways for your council to be recognized for its achievements? Do you want feedback on how to improve? It sounds like you’re ready to start participating in the AFLV Awards & Assessment program! Visit registration in the Bayview Foyer to sign up for a meeting with our Awards & Assessment judges to learn how the process works. Be proactive and learn how to plan for next year.

Educational Block #4 3:30 – 4:30 P.M. | Various

See pages 30 – 31 for session descriptions.

Featured Speaker

3:30 – 4:30 P.M. | Nautilus 5

Sam Davidson - What My Second Grade Girlfriend Taught Me About Leadership

Educational Block # 5 4:40 – 5:40 P.M. | Various

See pages 30 – 31 for session descriptions.

Featured Speaker

4:40 – 5:40 P.M. | Nautilus 5

Kristen Hadeed - You Can’t Be Kinda Committed: Why Values are Critical to Recruitment Success

NPC Area Advisor Meetings 4:40 – 5:40 P.M. | Nautilus Foyer

Have questions or need advising on NPC operations, judicial procedures, policies and procedures, etc? We’ve set time aside for Panhellenic presidents to meet with their NPC area advisors.

Movie on the Lawn - Minions 7:45 – 9:45 P.M. | Bayview Lawn

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From Quarter-Life Crisis to a Meaningful Career Marina 1 | Life After College | Program #004

As a leader in your fraternity or sorority, graduation might seem like a million miles away. You’re probably taking steps now to build a resume with your fraternal involvement that you hope will help you earn your dream job after college. However, it can be tough to land your first professional job, and your community will be eager to tell you what they think is best. Despite everyone’s best intentions, choosing something you don’t believe in can put you on the wrong career path from the start. Smiley Poswolsky, bestselling author of The Quarter-Life Breakthrough, will help you learn how to take what you’ve learned about yourself through your involvement inside and outside of the classroom, to build careers based on meaning, not money. Adam Smiley Poswolsky, CAMPUSPEAK, aposwolsky@gmail.com

How To Get Caught Doing Something Good Marina 4 | Chapter Management | Program #005

Often, our members feel a lack of acknowledgment and recognition for the great work they are doing in their chapter and community. This session will explore why it is important to tell others about your organization and how you benefit the community. We will develop ideas on how to best share your successes with both your national/regional officers and campus staff. Come and share ideas on how to boast your successes and get “caught” doing good work. Fred Myrtle, Beta Theta Pi, fred.myrtle@betathetapi.org Mandy Womack, University of San Diego, awomack@sandiego.edu

#ReThinkGreek: A Radical Marketing Campaign To Shape the Future of Fraternities & Sororities

Nautilus 4 | Public Relations | Program #007 Why hasn’t there been a major, professional, national, campaign to promote and celebrate fraternity and sorority to non-members and parents? Why isn’t there a place to learn about Greek Life (inclusive of all umbrella groups and cultural histories) that is compelling, sophisticated, and data-driven? There is. And, it has become our “Got Milk?” campaign. It is free for all campuses and councils. This session will share the lessons learned from the first 6 months since ReThink Greek’s launch, and an opportunity for diverse perspectives (yours) to shape the future of the ReThink Greek campaign. Help create a single narrative for the entire fraternal movement. Become a part of the future of modern, inclusive, unified marketing for the whole fraternity/sorority industry. Matthew Mattson, Innova Marketing, Inc., Matt@InnovaGreek.com

Bringing IFC Back to Basics

Marina 3 | Council Management | Program #008

Is your IFC on track? Are you familiar with best practices ensuring the basic fundamentals of an IFC? In this session, the NIC staff will discuss the organizational operations of an Interfraternity Council reflecting a successful fraternity community and the role of IFC Officers. Additionally, learn what an IFC can be doing to advocate for the fraternal experience as well as positively impact relationships with your campus community. Mike McRee, North-American Interfraternity Conference, mike.mcree@nicindy.org

When Good Chapters Make Bad Choices

Leading Greatly

Every chapter, no matter how well it has performed or how many awards it has received or how many times it has qualified as “Excellent,” will stumble. We’ll consider five reasons why good chapters make bad choices, what we can learn from a negative situation, and how we can grow and improve. We’ll also review “The Bystander Effect” and why Upstanders, those who are willing to stand up and speak and act, are needed. “It doesn’t matter what happens to a chapter that counts – it is how the chapter reacts to what happened,” defines this session.

If we want to lead powerful lives and impact this planet for the better, we must first understand our thoughts and actions create our world. We all have immense creative potential within us. We have the ability to create a vision for our lives and to attract what we desire. Manifesting our dreams and creating our greatest lives starts with understanding certain key principles, taking action with awareness and focus, and developing patience and presence. A masterful creator who’s employed these strategies to help her win Survivor, and now she uses these powerful techniques to help others in her work as a life coach and yoga teacher. Come, let her teach you the art of manifesting your best life.

Marina 6 | Risk Reduction and Management | Program #006

David Westol, Limberlost Consulting, Inc., David.Westol@gmail.com

Nautilus 1 | Leadership Development | Program #009

Parvati Shallow, CAMPUSPEAK, parvatishallow@me.com

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Ed Block 2, 10:45 – 11:45 A.M. Building Better Relationships

Marina 5 | Leadership Development | Program #010

Successful leaders need to be able to build authentic relationships. At the end of the day, leadership is entirely based on relationships. Your ability to connect, inspire, and motivate is directly related to your ability to lead. Relationship expert, Rachel DeAlto, will provide the essential skills to forming authentic relationships and communicating with purpose. Rachel DeAlto, CAMPUSPEAK, rachel@racheldealto.com

No Skits? No Frills? Now What?

Nautilus 2 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #011

For years, sorority chapter and community leaders have been pushed to create a more values-based recruitment process and to eliminate the frills of recruitment. However, that request has left most of us wondering, “How?” and “What do we do instead?” Values-Based Sorority Recruitment can be achieved by focusing on four specific categories (Behavior, Criteria, Conversations, and Expectations) at both the chapter, community, and PNM level during the sorority recruitment process. In this session, we’ll discuss specific strategies, tools, and programs, in all four categories, you can use to achieve Values-Based Recruitment in your chapter or community. Stop wondering “How?” and start asking “When?”

No More Excuses: Taking Culturally-based Organizations to the Next Level

Seabreeze 2 | Chapter Management | Program #015

This program will provide culturally-based organization (CBO) leaders the necessary tools to propel their chapter to the next level. First, we’ll examine barriers believed to hold back organizations, such as small chapter numbers to low budgets. Next, various areas of opportunities and innovative ideas will be shared to help leaders formulate goals. Finally, participants will develop an action plan to accomplish these goals. This session will challenge CBO leaders to view their organizations in a different light and realize the enormous potential for growth and success. No more excuses, it’s time to elevate. Marcos Guzman, The Univeristy of Arizona, marcosguzman@email.arizona.edu Alejandra Arroyo, The University of Arizona, aamarroyo@email.arizona.edu

KJ McNamara, Phired Up Productions, KJ@Phiredup.com

Let’s Be Fierce

Nautilus 3 | Leadership Development | Program #012

A confrontation conversation can be a little intimidating, but not if you get fierce! We’re “fierce” when we talk from a place of values and purpose. When we are aware of some common pitfalls in difficult conversations, we can better navigate our conversations and create meaningful change. In order to create change, rally around a common purpose, or move our communities forward, we may need to challenge people’s thinking. If you have ever had a good conversation go south quick, this program might be for you. Are you ready to get fierce? Lorin Phillips, CAMPUSPEAK, lorinmphillips@gmail.com

Size Doesn’t Matter (I Promise)

Buy In or GET OUT!

With an updated presentation that was a popular session last year, Sam Davidson offers tips, tricks, and ideas for chapter leaders who oversee an active membership of 20 or fewer members. Davidson will share true stories of movements that began with small groups of people, from which attendees can draw key lessons to apply back on campus. This session is ideal for leaders who wear multiple hats, are pulled in many different directions, but deeply dream of using their membership to make a real difference on campus.

David Stollman, @david_stollman

Seabreeze 1 | Chapter Management | Program #013

Sam Davidson, Catalyst Agency, ssdavidson@gmail.com

Leading Imperfectly: The Value of Being Authentic for Fraternity and Sorority Life Advisors Marina 2 | For Professionals Only | Program #014

Time to check yourself and take a look in the mirror. Are you who you say you are? Too often in our work, we believe to be a leader we have to be perfect. We believe showing our flaws is a detriment and are practiced at hiding them from others in both our personal and professional lives. Come to this session to learn the rewards of embracing your flaws and how it can rejuvenate your connections with students. Advisors, it’s time to lead through your faults. James Robilotta, CAMPUSPEAK / Iota Phi Theta Inc., jtrobo@gmail.com

10:45 – 11:45 A.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #200 Too often, good leaders and good chapters are not able to succeed because they are too busy cleaning up after the ones that don’t get it. Fixing their problems or fighting their negative image. Imagine how much more we could accomplish if they were part of the solution instead of part of the problem. David will say what you wish you could. Let him confront them in his funny, interactive and moving style. His message will inspire those that want to care about the core values of Fraternity and Sorority Life: fellowship, service, leadership and scholarship. He will challenge your members to embrace the best and get rid of the rest. It will touch on topics that range across all major issues facing communities across North America today.

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ed block 3, 2:20 – 3:20P.M. You Are Not Well-Rounded

Marina 4 | Leadership Development | Program #016

Have you ever been on a team mired in negativity, focused on its own weaknesses? The reason might be your team is not using its talents effectively. A successful team celebrates group achievement and embraces individual expertise. This interactive session will explore ways you can use the concept of positive psychology and strengths-based leadership to capitalize on your team’s inherent talents. Drawing from a depth of knowledge, the presenters provide both a student and professional lens on strengths-based leadership. You are not well-rounded, but with the right team, you don’t have to be. Kathryn O’Hagan, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, kjohagan@calpoly.edu Kevin Gong, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, chiefofstaff@calpolyifc.com

Ways to Leverage Your Greek Experience to Land a Great Job Seabreeze 2 | Life After College | Program #017

Great jobs are on the rise, so too is the competition to secure ideal employment. This career-driven workshop will describe how you can land a job interview without completing an application or submitting a resume. Future employers will still want to see your resume, at some point, so this workshop will show you how to leverage your chapter, campus, and involvement; brand the values you best represent; and showcase your leadership skills. The best practices described in this workshop will not only help secure an interview, they’ll make you successful throughout your career. Pete Parker, Greek Ladders, pparker@greekladders.com

Inspire Integrity: Chase An Authentic (Greek) Life Marina 3 | Fraternal Values | Program #018

What legacy do you want to leave in college? What about in your Greek community? Have you pondered your passion in life? Are you more of a doormat or a jerk? Does your bluntness hurt people’s feelings, or do you tell white lies and have to wiggle your way out? This inspiring discussion encourages the audience to orient their moral compasses towards an integrity-filled life: chasing solid character, strong personal relationships and contentment. This path to authentic success is contrasted by worldly successes such as excessive wealth, popularity and prestige. You’ll leave ready to develop character, hone virtues, set priorities and gain a bigpicture perspective. Corey Ciocchetti, CAMPUSPEAK, coreyciocchetti@gmail.com

The Hunting Ground Q&A Session

Nautilus 3 | Fraternal Values | Program #019

AFLV West attendees who viewed The Hunting Ground on Thursday evening, will have a chance to participate in a Q&A session with film subject and End Rape On Campus co-founder, Sofie Karasek; and sexual assault survivor and founder of Only With Consent, Jasmin Enriquez. Both women appeared on stage with Lady Gaga at the 2016 Academy Awards for her performance of “Til It Happens to You.” Sofie Karasek, End Rape on Campus, skarasek@endrapeoncampus.org Jasmin Enriquez, Only With Consent, jasmin@onlywithconsent.org

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Expanding the Possibilities: Examining IFC Structured Recruitment Marina 5 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #020

Do you think all your IFC fraternities have an equal opportunity to showcase themselves to potential new members? If not, join us for a discussion about structured IFC recruitment. This session will explore ways structured IFC recruitment can help with this problem and others while answering the question “is it right for my campus?” You will walk away with resources to improve IFC recruitment on your campus be it a structured or traditional model. Lauren Leif, The University of Arizona, lpleif@email.arizona.edu Nicholas Loper, The University of Arizona, nickloper171@gmail.com Marcos Guzman, The University of Arizona, marcosguzman@email.arizona.edu

Policies, Procedures and Governing Documents: Making Them Work For You Marina 6 | Self-Governance and Judicial Affairs | Program #021

The National Panhellenic Conference has many policies and procedures, and offers a number of governing document templates for use by a College Panhellenic. All of these were created to assist College Panhellenics in running more smoothly, with best practices in mind. Come to this session to get your questions about NPC policies, procedures and governing documents answered so you can help your Panhellenic implement them appropriately. Donna Chereck, National Panhellenic Conference, advocacy@npcwomen.org Shaun Young, National Panhellenic Conference, npcyoung@deltagamma.org

Taking Your IFC to the Next Level

Nautilus 1 | Council Management | Program #022

You’ve got the basics of an IFC down, but now what? How much more could you, or your council, really be doing? Join NIC staff to discuss how your IFC can become the premier leadership experience on your campus and understand the impact your organizations can make in the community. We know characteristics of a high performing IFC, and we want to help get your community there. Mike McRee, North-American Interfraternity Conference, mike.mcree@nicindy.org

Grow Your Fraternity

Nautilus 4 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #023

Parties, chicken wings, football, awkward conversations, surface level connections, and mandatory events for all your members. That’s not the way the best fraternities in the country are growing. There’s a system that doesn’t require all of your members, all of you money, or all of your time. There’s a system that allows you to recruit high quality men into your fraternity. It’s focused on relationships, uses values-based selection criteria and relies on cutting-edge recruitment technology. It’s the system best chapters in the country are using. Come learn how to dynamically grow your fraternity. Vince Fabra, Phired Up Productions, Vince@PhiredUp.com

ed block 3, 2:20 – 3:20 P.M. Growing Your Multicultural Greek Community

Seabreeze 1 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #024

Changing demographics have led to increases in the number of students of color on campuses, resulting in students needing outlets to explore their identity and structures to support their retention and graduation rates. To better serve this growing population, campuses should invest in the growth of their Multicultural Greek Communities (MGC). It’s time to shed some of the historical stereotypes related to recruitment and sizes of MGCs. The session will provide student leaders with opportunities to share ideas in growing their community while learning best practices in empowering membership and organizations to lead growth efforts. Come and learn how to challenge, support and empower your MGC! Nicholas Hudson, Washington State University, nicholas.hudson@wsu.edu Dulce Ruiz, Washington State University, ugc.president@wsu.edu

Circle of Sisterhood: Sorority Women Removing Barriers to Education for Girls Around the World Nautilus 2 | Social Justice | Program #025

Sororities began to appear in the mid-1800s because of significant obstacles to women attending college. Sorority founders bound together fiercely to fight for their right to higher education. Did you know there are places in the world where girls are still not able to achieve education? Today, sorority communities across the U.S. are engaged in a global humanitarian effort to remove barriers to education for girls – much like our founders did for us. In this session, we will talk about what life was like for women on college campuses as the sorority movement began; the critical issues of impoverished and oppressed women around the world today; and efforts by sorority communities to be part of a global movement to remove barriers to education for girls. Ginny Carroll, Circle of Sisterhood, ginny@circleofsisterhood.org

A Student-Centered Approach to Sexual Assault Prevention: Violence Intervention & Prevention Program Marina 2 | Social Justice | Program #026

1 in 4 women are survivors of completed or attempted rape while in college, 50% of sorority women experience sexual coercion, and 10.3% of college rapes happen at a fraternity house. These statistics are a few illustrating the need for sexual assault prevention to be prioritized within our communities and higher education institutions. At the University of California, Irvine, the Violence Intervention and Prevention Program was founded on the idea that fraternities and sororities can come together to educate themselves on topics of sexual violence and provide support to their chapter members. Through this workshop, professionals and student leaders will learn from an established sexual assault prevention program developed and implemented by fraternity/ sorority leaders and recognized as a national best practice. Participants will gain tangible tools to create a campus- or community-specific sexual assault prevention program. Eli Pascal, University of California, Irvine, pascale@uci.edu Mitch Chivetta, University of California, Irvine, mchivett@uci.edu Dana Ho, University of California, Irvine, danach@uci.edu

Also happening during ed block #3 Out & Greek Meet & Greet 2:00 – 3:20 P.M. | Bayview Lawn Start OUT & Greek with a Welcome Reception! This reception is for all GLBTQ and ally attendees and will include light refreshments, and an opportunity to mingle with brothers and sisters in attendance in San Diego.

When Fraternity Really Matters Jeremy poincenot, @jeremypoincenot 2:20 – 3:20 P.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #201

Professionals Institute

2:20 – 5:40 P.M. | Marina 4 | program #208 The role of campus-based fraternity/sorority professionals has evolved over the past 40 years, and the markers of success are still changing. With increasing calls for measurable outcomes in higher education, professionals need to reposition themselves to remain relevant. Using recent research, the 2016 Professionals’ Institute will examine the contribution of fraternity/sorority professionals to institutional priorities. The session will provide strategies for adapting to new measures of success, and it will equip professionals to better assess the impact of membership on student outcomes. Sponsored in part by the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors Foundation.

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ed block 4, 3:30 – 4:30 P.M. Is it Time To Use “Recruitment” and Your Organization in the Same Sentence?

Talking About Difference and Privilege With A Predominately White Organization

“Our organization doesn’t recruit,” is a popular phrase said by most Cultural Greeks. As a brother of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc., I know I have said it as well. Is the time to change that upon us? Percentage-wise, Cultural Greek numbers are low at predominantly white institutions. Small chapter sizes, organizations having all of their members graduate, and other issues could be alleviated by recruiting more. However, hyper exclusivity, tradition, laziness, poor grades, color barriers, and nonCultural-Greek-educated advisors all negatively impact chapter sizes. Come to this roundtable discussion, so we can see what is working and not working on each other’s campuses. We don’t have to call it recruitment, but we need to do something.

We are living in a time that demands our attention to difference among people. How does that work when you are leading a group appearing more alike than different? Join us for a conversation of how two white professionals experienced a predominately white undergraduate experience, and then were challenged to see how that reality has limited their understanding of other experiences. Participants will examine their identity, context, and the role each of us play as an advocate in creating a more inclusive community. Come ready to look at your own experience and to learn how to talk with your brothers and sisters.

Marina 2 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #027

James Robilotta, CAMPUSPEAK / Iota Phi Theta Inc., jtrobo@gmail.com

Hitting the Reset Button: Jumpstarting Your Campus’ Culturally-based Fraternal Organizations Seabreeze 1 |For Professionals Only | Program #028

Many advisors inherit decades of NPHC problems ingrained into the university culture when they arrive. Proposing change and suggesting new ideas for programming, chapter recruitment and fundraising likely falls on deaf ears. How can you serve as a change agent when the community is resistant, or so far removed they are no longer relevant or effective within the fraternal community? Hitting the reset button with your culturally-based fraternal organizations (CBFOs) is one solution. What does this mean? What are the repercussions? What are the impacts to relationships with partners and stakeholders? What is the diplomatic approach to such an extreme initiative? These are often the questions that keep advisors awake at night. This session will focus on fostering a sense of collective ownership amongst students to change, and give you here-and-now approaches to address these issues. Syreeta Greene, The Harbor Institute, sgreene@theharborinstitute.com Suzette Walden Cole, The Harbor Institute, swaldencole@theharborinstitute.com

Students & Self Defense

Marina 4 | Risk Reduction and Management | Program #029

This interactive workshop for students teaches them how to protect themselves in dangerous situations. Jennifer Cassetta, a third degree black belt, leads an engaging and fun training for audiences of all abilities to learn and practice the ABCs of self-defense: Awareness, Boundaries, and Communication. Jennifer teaches what weapons you have on your body and how to use them to get out of dangerous situations unharmed. Audience members will spend the majority of the program actually learning and practicing real self-defense moves. It’s a fun way to raise awareness about a serious subject while learning critical and potentially life-saving tips along the way. This is a great workshop to help educate both men and women on your campus about the importance of personal safety and how to actually use self-defense techniques. Jennifer Cassetta, CAMPUSPEAK, jennifer@jennifercassetta.com

Marina 3 | Social Justice | Program #030

Mandy Womack, University of San Diego, awomack@sandiego.edu Fred Myrtle, Beta Theta Pi, fred.myrtle@betathetapi.org

Is It IFC’s Job to Recruit?

Nautilus 2 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #031

How can an IFC actually help their chapters recruit? Is it their job to recruit men to the community? What is the difference between a chapter and IFC’s role in recruitment? There’s a constant debate of who’s job it is to get men into an IFC recruitment process or who should bring candidates and potential members to IFC chapters. We’ll help IFC leaders understand what your job is in recruitment, how to lead the conversation with your chapters, and how to help the chapters in your community grow. Vince Fabra, Phired Up Productions, Vince@PhiredUp.com

Sexual Assault Prevention: Definitions, Consent, Bystander Intervention Marina 5 | Health and Wellness | Program #032

Sexual violence is a serious and complex public health problem. We’ll focus on preventing sexual violence before it happens to achieve the greatest impact. Our prevention strategies are consistent with best practices and are theory-based. From the individual perspective, we will build consent, bystander intervention, and healthy relationship skills with an evidence-informed interactive session. From an organizational perspective, we will show how to engage campus leadership to promote a campus culture of consent, safety, and respect. From a community perspective, we will highlight initiatives taken to support enforcement, response, and reporting on and off campus. In the long term, we’ll challenge the Greek community to develop a peer-to-peer awareness campaign to reinforce positive norms and skills. Michael Ayalon, Greek University, mike@greekuniversity.org

Selling Greek Life: How are You Marketing the Fraternity/ Sorority Experience? Nautilus 4 | Public Relations | Program #033

Do students on your campus have the wrong idea about fraternities and sororities? Do you think the media gets it wrong? How does that affect our relationships with our campus? Community? Potential members? Learn how to have a values-based, effective, and coordinated marketing campaign that changes the perception of Greek life on your campus. You’ll learn effective methods and ways to protect your brand from those idiot members and chapters within your community. Tom Healy, LaunchPoint Solutions, healy@launchpointsolutions.org

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ed block 4, 3:30 – 4:30 P.M. The First Amendment vs. Your Right Not To Be Offended: Who Wins? Marina 6 | Social Justice | Program #034

As sorority and fraternity members, we enjoy significant rights under the First Amendment including the freedom to associate with others in an organized manner. However, another right, the freedom of speech or expression, has come under increasing criticism at universities and colleges because it protects speech which offends others. Among the questions we will consider in this session: What is “speech”? Does it include display of flags, party themes that reflect bigotry and prejudice, homecoming floats and banners? Do we have the right not to be offended on a campus? You will leave this session with an understanding of the First Amendment and its impact upon our organizations.

Also happening during ed block #4

David Westol, Limberlost Consulting, Inc., David.Westol@gmail.com

The Perfect Party: Tips for Implementing BYOB Events Nautilus 1 | Risk Reduction and Management | Program #035

Are third party vendors scarce in your community? Are chapters having “underground”, unreported, or undocumented events? Are you looking for ways to make the social scene safer? Come learn about how Bring-Your-Own-Beverage (BYOB) events could be the answer to these questions. Participants will take part in a “perfect” BYOB event and observe multiple strategies for effectively implementing these events in accordance with FIPG guidelines. Participants will not only learn about the why’s and how’s associated with BYOB procedures, but will also leave with tools for educating and coaching peers through the implementation of these procedures. Kyle Pendleton, Zeta Tau Alpha, kap@zetataualpha.org Lauren Utley, University of Denver, lauren.utley@du.edu

Handsigns, Stepping, and Shrieks: What’s It All About? Nautilus 3 | Fraternal Values | Program #036

This session is for the well intentioned but uninformed! It’s time Panhellenic, IFC and cultural Greek members come together to dispel myths and learn about the “other” members of the Greek community. What is intake? Why do they have numbers on the back of their shirts? And what’s up with those colors, shrieks, and hand signs? Come learn and ask questions. This session is only for IFC/Panhellenic members and advisors who wish to truly understand what it means to be inclusive when it comes to your Greek community! Michelle Guobadia, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, mguobadi@uncc.edu

Perfect Prism: Embracing the LGBTQ Community Seabreeze 2 | LGBTQA | Program #037

Over the past few years, we have seen unprecedented achievements in the LGBTQ rights movement. However, when it comes to LGBTQ issues, we have our own views and beliefs formed from the media, preconceived notions by our communities and families, and our own experiences. College is a time when students are thrust into new situations, introduced to new and different people, and faced with challenges to their beliefs, morals, and judgments. In this program, Shaun explores what it truly means to be an ally, how to transform your sorority and fraternity into a safe space, and how students can shed the layers of shame and fear to accept their own sexual orientation and gender identity and that of everyone around them.

What My Second Grade Girlfriend Taught Me About Leadership sam davidson, @samdavidson 3:30 – 4:30 P.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #202 While in elementary school, Sam Davidson learned enough life lessons to help him get to where he is today. A leading advocate of Social Entrepreneurship and servant leadership, Sam understands student leaders have a core story to tell. Sam offers practical tips to grow a following, shape an organization, and recruit others to care about their passions. Funny stories from second grade shape the core ideas for Sam’s discussion of values-based leadership, and students leave more confident about their abilities to make an impact on their campus and community. Hilarious and meaningful, this keynote leaves everyone inspired to start their own projects and make their campus (and world) a better place.

Award Consultations for Potential Applicants 2:20 – 5:40 P.M. | Nautilus Foyer

Shaun Sperling, CAMPUSPEAK, shaunsperling@gmail.com

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ed block 5, 4:40 – 5:40 P.M. GO GREEK! Is Not A Marketing Strategy Nautilus 2 | Public Relations | Program #040

“Go Greek” is not a marketing strategy. It’s begging. It’s shouting. It’s demanding. It’s selfish. What would the world’s greatest marketers teach fraternities and sororities about inspiring others to join us? The fraternity/sorority industry has existed for over 200 years, yet it enjoys less than a 10% market share of 4-year college students. The industry lacks a professional data-driven marketing strategy to sell its value to prospective members. Great marketing minds know how to solve that. They believe that real human connection is at the center of all great marketing work. Matthew Mattson, Innova Marketing, Inc., Matt@InnovaGreek.com

Recruitment Assessment & Evaluation: The 4 Questions of Community Growth & How to Ask Them Nautilus 3 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #041

Information is key. In 2013, over $40 billion was spent in market research. To know your market, you must research. Most councils are shooting at targets in the dark, creating a recruitment structure without knowing the wants. We don’t even know our own community. Do you know how many business, or math majors are Greek? What are the top 5 high schools that send us members? What are the racial, religious or socioeconomic trends in our membership over the past 5 years? The answers to these questions are within reach. In this session, you’ll learn the process to find information and strategies to use it through assessment and evaluation. David Stollman, LaunchPoint Solutions, stollman@launchpointsolutions.org

Leading Imperfectly: The Value of Being Authentic For Fraternity and Sorority Leaders Nautilus 4 | Leadership Development | Program #042

Dynamic Growth Strategies for Culturally-Based Fraternities & Sororities

Seabreeze 1 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #038

Growth isn’t about giving away letters; it is about helping you find quality members and helping quality members find you. Organizations that want prestige, prominence, and a place atop the social ladder have only one way to get there—people. In this session, participants will experience growth strategies for culturally-focused groups based on human connection and a systematic social networking strategy. Jessica Gendron Williams, Phired Up Productions, Jessica@PhiredUp.com

Keep Calm and Love Your Body

Marina 6 | Health and Wellness | Program #039

Would your life be better if your body were different? If you answered yes, then get yourself to this session. That is the fundamental misunderstanding blocking you from the happiness and success you seek. In this highly engaging talk, we’ll explore how to turn your bodyloathing into something more valuable and powerful. And, we’ll close with a quick photo shoot, where you actually get to celebrate your body, anchor in your new learnings and join the bodyheart campaign. Amber Krzys, bodyheart, amber@bodyheart.com

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Oh boy, another lecture on leadership. Instead of waiting for the same cliché leadership lessons, it’s time to be different. We can’t learn things from people who are perfect, we can only learn things from people who are imperfect. So, it is time to own who you are so you can be real to others and lead through your faults. This deep and hysterical workshop will leave you feeling introspective about the person you show to others. We need to talk about you before we can talk about us, so let’s discuss where you struggle and succeed to make you a more efficient and effective authentic leader for your council and chapter. James Robilotta, CAMPUSPEAK / Iota Phi Theta Inc., jtrobo@gmail.com

How to Recruit, Welcome, and Retain Trans Members Seabreeze 2 | LGBTQA | Program #043

Transgender students on college campuses across the nation are looking to join fraternities and sororities. Period! What that means for your campuses and chapters is up to you. If you want to know more about how to welcome and accept trans folx in your chapters, then this is the session for you! We will have conversations about gender identity and gender expression as they relate to membership practices (recruitment, education/intake, retention, socials and events, etc.) in your organizations, talk about myths and challenges being faced at the campus and inter/national office levels, and consider strategies for sustainable education and accepting environments. Xajés Martinez, Colorado State University, xajes.martinez@colostate.edu

ed block 5, 4:40 – 5:40 P.M. Who Are We & What Do We Bring?

What Exactly Does Headquarters Do?

Appreciating fully the individuals on your team, and what you have to offer, is essential to being an effective leader. You meet with your council or chapter every week, if not more. How well do you really know the individuals you work with and how everyone’s unique experience can contribute to success – including your own? Your lived experience affects the way you lead. This workshop offers you the opportunity to be a part of an exercise helping you better realize how your story and those of the people around you can create change. Additionally, we will provide you with the tools and program knowledge to take this workshop back to campus and use it to strengthen your teams.

Have you ever wondered what a headquarters does? Do you want to know how to access their resources and partner more collaboratively? Do you have ideas on how we can work better together? Join us as we discuss the role a headquarters plays and participate in a dialogue with your fellow fraternity/sorority campus-based professionals on making this partnership the best it can be.

Marina 5 | Leadership Development | Program #044

Marina 2 |For Professionals Again | Program #048

Jenny Greyerbiehl, National Panhellenic Conference, jenny@npcwomen.org A. Jordan Fischette, Alpha Tau Omega National Fraternity, jfischette@ato.org

Rich Dillon, University of San Francisco, rjdillon@usfca.edu Megan Sykes, University of San Francisco, mfsykes@usfca.edu

Under the Influence of Stress

Marina 3 | Health and Wellness | Program #045

Life is stressful! Students tend to worry about grades, relationships, jobs, money, Greek life legacy and commitments, and their future in general. Greek life professionals worry about these students and the stressors in their own lives: the economy, budgets, time management, characterdevelopment and work relationships to name a few. This discussion deals with stress and the physical and mental problems caused by an excessively stressful life. Stress is defined and its mental and physical manifestations analyzed. A stress test is given so you can determine your current stress level. This test is followed with twenty meaningful and fun ways to de-stress from your distress. Corey Ciocchetti, CAMPUSPEAK, coreyciocchetti@gmail.com

Hazing Kills – The Harrison Kowiak Story – Leadership When Adversity Strikes Marina 4 | Risk Reduction and Management | Program #046

In 2008, Harrison Kowiak was killed during a fraternity “team building” activity. His mother, Lianne presents the Harrison Kowiak story, and in great detail, describes the activities leading up to the event and lessons learned. She takes a tragedy and discusses ways to deal with the situation, how to make something good out of the loss of her son, and discusses ways to deal with hazing and to recognize the symptoms to prevent another tragedy. Lianne Kowiak, Lkowiak@hotmail.com

Extending the Possibilities: Does Your Campus Need Another NPC Sorority? Nautilus 1 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #047

Record breaking participation in recruitment? Chapter sizes at maximum capacity for space on your campus? Have a local sorority looking to affiliate with an inter/national sorority? Campus enrollment projections continuing to increase? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, perhaps it is time to look into extension. Come to this program to learn the National Panhellenic Conference process for extension as well as extension best practices. This session will cover how as a council or Panhellenic chapter you can support a new group or colony once your campus has decided to go through with extension as well as how to handle a growing Panhellenic community. Gina Kerley, National Panhellenic Conference, kerley5@cox.net Lisa Holliday, National Panhellenic Conference, lisahollidaysk@gmail.com

Also happening during ed block #4 You Can’t Be Kinda Committed: Why Values are Critical to Recruitment Success Kristen Hadeed, @KristenHadeed 4:40 – 5:40 P.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #203 All fraternities and sororities want the best members in their chapters, but asking the right questions to determine what “best” truly means can be tough. Asking questions like: “If you could change your name to anything, what would it be and why?” or “What is your favorite food?” tell you nothing about the true character of a potential member. Instead, we should be asking questions that reveal whether or not a member is committed to personal and academic success. Are they loyal? Will they always act with integrity? Are they determined and passionate about leaving behind a legacy? Imagine how different our campuses, communities, and our world would be if all of our members were this way.

NPC Area Advisor Meetings 4:40 – 5:40 P.M. | Nautilus Foyer

Have questions or need advising on NPC operations, judicial procedures, policies and procedures, etc? We’ve set time aside for Panhellenic presidents to meet with their NPC area advisors.

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day at a glance

SATURDAY

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Saturday, April 9 Wake Up & Workout with The Strong Movement 7:00 – 8:00 A.M. | Bayview Lawn

Order of Omega Case Study Informational Meeting 8:00 – 9:00 A.M. | Marina 1

All teams interested in being in the Case Study Competition must sign up at Registration in the Bayview Foyer before Friday, April 8 at 8:30 A.M.. All teams selected MUST attend the informational meeting.

Professionals Lounge

8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. | 411/415

Sponsored by the Association of Fraternity/ Sorority Advisors.

Study Lounge

8:30 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. | Maritime Boardroom

Registration Open

8:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. | Bayview Foyer

On The Shoulders Of Giants: Living A Life That Matters Will Keim

9:00 – 10:30 A.M. | Grande Ballroom BC

Silent Auction Open

10:00 A.M. – 1:45 P.M. | Grande Ballroom A

Bidding will close at 1:45 P.M. Item pick-up will be from 3:00 – 5:30 P.M.

Exhibit Hall Open

10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. | Grande Ballroom A

Educational Block #6

10:45 – 11:45 A.M. | Various

See pages 34 – 35 for session descriptions.

Featured Speaker

Sophie Karasek - The Student Movement to End Campus Sexual Violence

Amber Krzys - What do you really want?

10:45 – 11:45 A.M. | Nautilus 5

Luncheons

12:00 – 1:00 P.M.

Student Luncheon | Grande Ballroom BC Professional Luncheon | Harbor Ballroom II NCGLC Luncheon | Harbor Ballroom III

Grab & Chat Dessert w/Exhibitors 1:00 – 1:45 P.M. | Grande Ballroom A

Order of Omega Case Study Presentations 2:00 – 5:20 P.M. | 515 & 518

Educational Block #7 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. | Various

See pages 36 – 37 for session descriptions.

Featured Speaker

2:00 – 3:00 P.M. | Nautilus 5

Hilary Corna - #DareYourself to Eat the Eyeball: How to be a Global Leader

Educational Block #8 3:10 – 4:10 P.M. | Various

See pages 38 – 39 for session descriptions.

Featured Speaker

4:20 – 5:20 P.M. | Nautilus 5

Council Meeting Space 4:20 – 5:20 P.M. | 511, 514

We are providing the space and opportunity for your delegations or individual councils to meet on-site. During Educational Block #9, rooms will be available on a first-come, firstserve basis for delegations/councils.

Order of Omega Initiation 5:45 – 6:45 P.M. | Marina 2

Honorary initiation is open to all graduate students, campus professionals, and headquarters professionals who wish to become initiated into Order of Omega. The honorary initiation fee is $20.

FVS Initiation

5:45 – 6:45 P.M. | Seabreeze 1 & 2

Delegations can charter a chapter of the Fraternal Values Society at #AFLVWest during our on-site initiation at a discounted rate of $200 (normally $500) plus individual initiation fees ($50 per member). Registration forms are in your delegation packet and must be fully completed upon arrival.

Awards & Assessment Rehearsal 5:45 – 6:30 P.M. | Grande Ballroom BC

Shaun Sperling - Authentic Leadership

So, you found out you’re a finalist for an award—congratulations! Please attend the Awards & Assessment Rehearsal so you know what to do while you're on stage. By invite only.

3:10 – 5:20 P.M. | Grand Ballroom A

7:30 – 9:00 P.M. | Grande Ballroom BC

3:10 – 4:10 P.M. | Nautilus 5

Silent Auction Item Pick-up Award Consultations for 2016 Applicants

3:10 – 5:20 P.M. | Nautilus Foyer

You took the plunge and applied for awards this year. We’re proud of you! Now it’s time for the most important part of the Awards & Assessment process: feedback! Sign up for a consultation with one of our Awards & Assessment judges to receive vital feedback on your binders.

Educational Block # 9 4:20 – 5:20 P.M. | Various

See pages 40 – 41 for session descriptions.

Recognition Banquet T-Shirt Auction

9:30 P.M. – 12:00 A.M. | Marina 6

Join AFLV for the second annual LIVE t-shirt auction. All proceeds go toward conference scholarships and educational initiatives. Chapter-specific shirts as well as council, community, and other fraternity and sorority related shirts are up for grabs.

Party Hop/Stroll Off

9:30 P.M. – 12:00 A.M. | Grande Ballroom A

Let’s celebrate the end of #AFLVWest! Cultural Greeks, come ready to showcase your organization's stroll/call. Everyone will be here, so don’t miss out on the fun!

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ed block 6, 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. Steps to A Stronger, More Confident & Happier You! Marina 4 | Health and Wellness | Program #052

From Wishing to Reality: Recruitment 101 for Culturally Based Groups

Marina 1 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #049

Wish you had bigger intake/pledge classes/lines? Wish you had standing room only for your Interest Meetings/Informationals? Are you cultivating membership or just wishing and praying people will come to your organization? Stop thinking old school and learn about the new school ways of building your potential membership pool, connecting with your market, and getting the quality membership you have always wanted! We recruit, get over yourself! Come learn how to make it happen! Michelle Guobadia, UNC Charlotte, mguobadi@uncc.edu

What’s Your Third Place? Finding the Elusive Work/Life Balance Marina 2 | For Professionals Only | Program #050

Work/life balance is often framed in the field of higher education as an elusive goal, one only the “lucky” can reach. The concept of finding your third place is a framework new professionals can approach to reach the intangible aim of work/life balance. This session will focus on making you more fulfilled outside work so you become a better professional. You will learn the power of finding what brings you joy so you can live and teach your story. James Robilotta, CAMPUSPEAK, jtrobo@gmail.com

Imperfect: I’m Perfect

Nautilus 4 | Health and Wellness | Program #051

How many times have you thought “Never let them see me sweat”? We believe the opposite. Leading imperfectly allows you to identify issues we keep hidden under a veil of perfection and “everything is OK-ness”. Often, we carefully and intentionally create a self-image of perfection so as to not look vulnerable, weak or clueless in our positions. By intentionally sharing imperfect and vulnerable stories about your experiences, it allows a deeper, more meaningful connection with your peers. In this session, your presenters will teach you the skills necessary to use imperfections as a strategic advantage in connection with people. KJ McNamara, Phired Up Productions, KJ@PhiredUp.com

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You want a body that’s working at your full, optimum potential. And you want a mind that is clear, positive and productive. You owe it to yourself to treat your mind and body right and be physically and mentally fit! In this program, Ailis Garcia, the founder of The Strong Movement, combines her skills as a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist, as well as her experience and personal journey as a twenty-something navigating post-grad life in the real-world to share practical steps that you can implement into your life immediately to help you become your “best you” and build a strong body and strong mind. When you apply these steps, you’ll gain the energy and self-esteem to make things happen and actively pursue your goals and dreams. You’ll learn how to set a game plan and adopt the right mindset and healthy lifestyle for success. You’ll leave this session with the tools to transform your body and mind, reach your goals, and live a happy, positive life with the confidence to go along with it! Ailis Garcia, The Strong Movement, ailisgarcia1@gmail.com

Brotherhood and Sisterhood Faded

Marina 5 | Risk Reduction and Management | Program #053

Hazing is an issue for many fraternities and sororities. We say we are brothers and sisters, but do families intimidate, humiliate or even endanger one another? Building a strong membership without hazing is essential for the survival of all fraternal organizations. In this presentation, participants will discuss the definitions of hazing, the challenges of “light hazing” and the reasons and methods for upholding a strong anti-hazing culture. Jamison Keller, California State University, Northridge, jamison.keller@csun.edu

What Should I Do? Overcoming Leadership Dilemmas Marina 6 | Fraternal Values | Program #054

You know and live up to your values every day, but what happens when they clash with the best interests of the chapter? How will you handle situations where following the rules means straining friendships? What will you do when your personal values conflict with other leaders? How do you convince other members who think a bad decision is no big deal? Join us to learn a simple framework for examining and exploring ethical dilemmas, and leave with new skills for making some of the most difficult decisions you will face as a leader. Dan Wrona, RISE Partnerships, dan@risepartnerships.com

Make Your Mark

Nautilus 1 | Service and Philanthropy | Program #055

What kind of mark are you making on your organization, Greek community, school, city or the world? Do you ever feel like you could be doing more but just not sure how? This session will cover multiple topics related to leadership, service, and philanthropy, something all Greek organizations value. Come learn about servant leadership, best practices in philanthropic events and a hands-on activity for the kids of St. Jude. Kaite Foster, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, katie.foster@stjude.org

Ed Block 6, 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. Operation: Crank It out

Nautilus 3 | Leadership Development | Program #056

Time management. As David Allen says, “you don’t manage five minutes and end up with six”. We can, however, manage our actions so we are reliable, stress-free leaders. When we’re in control of our actions, we get things done. This session will provide simple techniques for advanced leaders, and is based off the book “Getting Things Done” by David Allen. The program is focused on helping leaders stay organized with work, personal obligations, and school. This includes managing emails, moving multiple projects forward at the same time, and maintaining your systems of organization into order to form new habits. Feeling in control of the all the moving parts will enable students to be good collaborators and delegators. Lorin Phillips, CAMPUSPEAK, lorinmphillips@gmail.com

Your Major Doesn’t Matter: What Employers Really Want & How to Be It Nautilus 2 | Life After College | Program #057

Research is telling us top employers don’t really care much what your academic major is, just that you have a degree. They don’t really pay attention how good your GPA is or what school you went to. What employers are really looking for from men and women coming out of college is leadership and social skills, the ability to engage in meaningful and thoughtful conversation, and a level of excellence in their social abilities. Since you didn’t take a class called “Making Friends 101” in college, your friends at Phired Up have all the stuff you’ll need to make a great impression, ace the interview, and land the job you want through a new level of social excellence. Jessica Gendron Williams, Phired Up Productions, Jessica@PhiredUp.com

Ugggh. Your Philanthropy Is So Basic.

Seabreeze 1 | Social Entrepreneurship | Program #058

Yeah, yeah. We get it. Your chapter does a 5k or fundraiser and you give money to kids or to fight cancer or whatever. Cool. You know who does that? Everyone. It’s time to stand out. With a generation tuned in to social awareness, your cause-related events and activities need to offer a deep impact, transparent process, and personal connection. When you can align your chapter with a charitable initiative in a deeper way, you’ll stand out in recruitment, on campus, and make lasting connections with all your members. Sam Davidson, Catalyst Agency, ssdavidson@gmail.com

Opening the Greek Closet Door: Tips for Coming Out as LGBTQ and for Supporting Our Members in the Coming Out Process Seabreeze 2 | LGBTQA | Program #059

Deciding whether and how to disclose one’s LGBTQ identity to other chapter members and within the Greek community can be a daunting challenge. This workshop will discuss strategies for coming out and ways that fraternity/sorority members can support their brothers and sisters along this journey. Doug Case, Campus Pride, doug@campuspride.org Geovani Hernandez, San Diego State University, g.hernandez_323@yahoo.com

Also happening during ed block #7 THE STUDENT MOVEMENT TO END CAMPUS SEXUAL VIOLENCE Sofie Karasek, @SofieRKarasek 10:45 – 11:45 A.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #204 Following Thursday evening’s screening of The Hunting Ground, a widelyacclaimed documentary about campus sexual violence, Sofie Karasek, one of the film subjects and the Director of Education for End Rape on Campus, will be joining us for a Q&A session. End Rape on Campus (EROC) envisions a collegiate experience in which everyone has an education free from violence. EROC directly supports survivors and their communities, preventative education and policy reform at the campus, local, state, and federal levels.

The hart institute For social event planning 10:45 A.M. – 5:20 P.M. | Marina 3 Maybe it’s time for the leaders in our communities to get on the same page; have hard conversations, become educated and embrace that YOU are the change agents of the fraternity and sorority community. As a result of the Hart Institute edition for community leaders, participants will engage in a community conversation around problems in the area of risk management. They will achieve a better understanding around the framework of stages of change, harm reduction, and brain development. Those who attend will develop a common understanding of the FIPG Risk Management Policy around alcohol and drugs. Ultimately, participants will learn how to create safe events in compliance with the policy through event planning and prevention resources. Pre-registraiton is required for The Hart Institute.

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ed block 7, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. “Follow Your Heart” Isn’t Good Enough: The Real Skills Recruitment Counselors Need

Beyond Hours & Dollars: Rethinking Service and Philanthropy as Advocacy

Sorority Recruitment Counselors are the most important and integral part of the success of a sorority recruitment process and SHOULD be the most significant and coveted positions within our sorority communities – attracting our very best sorority leaders. These women should be highly trained to be true guides, counselors and mentors. However, all too often, these positions are a way for women to “get out of” recruiting or as a means to impact their own chapter’s recruitment success, and once we have these women we’re not adequately training them. We can change culture. You can transform the role of a Recruitment Counselor into a role of significance by taking a more intentional and strategic approach to the recruitment, selection, training, and expectations of Recruitment Counselors.

Fraternities and sororities give one another self-praise for serving millions of hours and raising millions of dollars nationwide. However, the need to engage one another and our communities on the ‘why’ behind the way we are philanthropic is crucial. What does someone who throws a dodgeball learn about the fight against cancer? How does cleaning up the community address poverty? Who’s having an event that works to end racism? This space for dialogue will examine how change happens in our communities, recenter advocacy as the root of service and philanthropy, and strategize among fellow fraternity and sorority leaders what is needed to change community expectations.

Nautilus 4 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #060

KJ McNamara, Phired Up Productions, KJ@Phiredup.com

Marina 1 | Leadership Development | Program #061

Xajés Martinez, Colorado State University, xajes.martinez@colostate.edu

Implementing a Chapter Development Advisor Model on Your Campus Marina 2 | For Professionals Only | Program #062

Ever felt you have too much to do and not enough staff or time? Join us to consider an advising model implemented at the University of San Diego. The Chapter Development Advisor (CDA) model invited new partners into the Fraternity/Sorority Life realm, and allowed for greater chapter support and one on one advising for chapter leadership and community members. Katelin Rae, University of San Diego, krae@sandiego.edu Mandy Womack, University of San Diego, awomack@sandiego.edu Monica Schnapp, University of San Diego, mschnapp@sandiego.edu

7 Habits of Highly Healthy Students

Marina 5 | Health and Wellness | Program #063

Everyone knows college can be stressful. Pulling all-nighters, skipping meals, and worrying about exams can all cause wear and tear on our minds and bodies. In this engaging session, Jennifer teaches students how to improve their physical and emotional health in their limited amount of personal time. She dispels wellness myths and breaks down the seven most important habits students can incorporate into their lives. Expanding on simple tips like the proven importance of water, exercise, and sleep, Jennifer shares how these healthy habits helps students feel more confident, focused, and even get better grades. Jennifer Cassetta, CAMPUSPEAK, jennifer@jennifercassetta.com

Building Blocks: Creating a Transformational New Member Experience Marina 6 | Chapter Management | Program #064

A group of young, energetic individuals just agreed to join your community. They’re ready and waiting to learn, so how do you prepare them to become fraternity men and sorority women? What should they learn? How do you keep it interesting? How will you prepare this generation of future leaders? The new member experience can make or break an organization, so you need to get it right. Learn the formula for creating a truly transformational experience. Whether you handle new member education for your chapter or council, find out how to design a program that builds men and women of character. Dan Wrona, RISE Partnerships, dan@risepartnerships.com

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ed block 7, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. Creating an Effective and Meaningful Judicial Process for your IFC Nautilus 1 | Self-Governance and Judicial Affairs | Program #065

Does your Judicial Board need help in understanding their purpose, appropriate sanctions, or how to be effective and efficient? The presenters will introduce a number of ways in which your IFC Judicial Board and IFC community can be more effective in preventing negative behavior. These include educational initiatives such as active bystander training and communication of community standards. This session is geared toward IFC leaders and community members interested in learning how to use their Judicial Board in effective and meaningful ways. Mike McRee, North-American Interfraternity Conference, mike.mcree@nicindy.org

Shaking Hands and Kissing Babies: Network Like A Boss Nautilus 3 | Life After College | Program #070

One of the biggest selling points for joining a fraternity/sorority is the networking opportunities you’ll have when you graduate. While this is true, we never talk about how to engage in those conversations and miss out on a huge opportunity. As we know, the world is more about who you know than what you know. People are getting jobs because they know somebody who knows somebody. The art of small talk is dying because of social media. Decision makers in your future jobs didn’t have that growing up; though they still value good old fashion conversations. Come to this session to learn how to get the most out of your new network. You might even learn a few tips to help with recruitment! James Robilotta, CAMPUSPEAK / Iota Phi Theta Inc., jtrobo@gmail.com

Is Title IX Making Sense to Your Chapter?

Marina 4 | Risk Reduction and Management | Program #066

Often, we hear administrators talk about the woes of Title IX. Asking chapters to make sure they are properly educating young men and women. In this session, we will have a detailed conversation on ways to help remind your chapter of it’s responsibilities on and off campus. Come hear how one campus worked to create a more Title IX competent campus of leaders. Sara Lowery, CAMPUSPEAK, saralowery90@gmail.com

We Don’t Recruit? Cultural Greek Growth in the 21st Century

Seabreeze 1 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #067

As a new school year arrives, new students are enthusiastic about all the opportunities available to enhance their college experience. One of those opportunities is going Greek! However, on some campuses where students of color are not the majority, there are challenges in connecting new students with culturally-based Greek-Letter organizations. This workshop will give practical tips and strategies applicable to membership growth in the 21st Century. Syreeta Greene, The Harbor Institute, sgreene@theharborinstitute.com

#GREEKSlikeus – A Workshop for LGBTQ Greeks Only Seabreeze 2 | LGBTQA | Program #068

A student-facilitated brave space for LGBTQ-identified students to discuss the challenges and successes they have had with their Greek experience Mariel McKinney, San Diego State University Meaghan Booth, Colorado State University, president.csupha@gmail.com Geovani Hernandez, San Diego State University, g.hernandez_323@yahoo.com

RBC DIY: 5 Things to Teach the Struggling Chapters on Your Campus Nautilus 2 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #069

On nearly any campus, there are at least a few chapters that could use an additional boost in recruitment. As a council, there are a handful of action items you can implement to strengthen these chapters in recruitment. From assisting in marketing, to skills training, to knowing when to seek outside help, these five tips will give you the ability to make an immediate impact from a council level with struggling chapters. Tom Healy, LaunchPoint Solutions, healy@launchpointsolutions.org

Also happening during ed block #7 #DareYourself to Eat the Eyeball: How to be a Global Leader HILARY CORNA, @ HILARYCORNA 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #205 Hilary Corna delivers an unique, authentic, and interactive message designed to increase engagement by daring students to lead and campus cultures to develop individually responsible global leaders. Hilary outlines 5 universal leadership approaches based on her work abroad and pragmatic tools for how students can apply them in college. This cultivates premiere leadership skills and fosters an intrinsic motivation to defy their comfort zone and take on leadership roles in campus activities, community service, and other organizations. Are you ready to #DareYourself?

Order of Omega Case Study Presentations

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ed block 8, 3:10 – 4:10 P.M.

A Council’s Role in Recruitment

Nautilus 4 | Council Management | Program #071

Is your council’s role in recruitment only to gather a list of interested freshmen? Are you only event organizers and planners? In this session, learn why your council should create a year-round recruitment structure and how to implement it in a manner allowing your recruits and chapters to be more successful. David Stollman, LaunchPoint Solutions, Stollman@launchpointsolutions.org

Healthy Masculinities Week Program

Marina 2 | Leadership Development | Program #072

Fraternity men are often stereotyped as binge drinkers, perpetrators of sexual assault, and exclusive of diverse populations. Are you looking to be a leader in shifting this mindset and perception on your campus? Come explore concepts of masculinities through this interactive workshop to help you better understand the implications of our culture’s narrow definition of what it means to “be a man” on men and on society at large. Step up to be a role model and promote positive representations of manhood. You will leave with a practical overview of how to host Healthy Masculinities Week at your campus and why over 350 students, faculty, staff, and community members participated at University of the Pacific.H Michael Eberhard, University of the Pacific, meberhard@pacific.edu Chris Yang, University of the Pacific, cyang1@pacific.edu

The Right Mix: Collegiate Alcohol & Other Drug Abuse Marina 4 | Health and Wellness | Program #073

College education programs focused on other drugs, presenting increased risks and negative consequences for students, are often overshadowed by a primary focus on alcohol. This program will challenge perceptions and clarify the myths and facts surrounding drugs beyond but including alcohol, including cocaine, marijuana, ecstasy, predatory drugs (rohypnol/”the date rape drug” & GHB), energy drinks and prescription drug abuse. Attendees will leave empowered with new information and informed decision-making strategies focused on real-world scenarios. This program will highlight limited data on drug abuse trends across multiple college-aged populations. Normative media and harm reduction strategies will support healthier choices and reset perceptions in this educational program for students, chapter and Council leaders, alumni volunteers and professional staff. Bobby Gordon, CAMPUSPEAK, bobby@bobbygordon.com

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From Chapter Meeting to the Boardroom: How to Translate Your Experience to Your Career After College Marina 5 | Life After College | Program #074

Are you proud of the work you’ve done on your Executive Board? Are you struggling to translate what you’ve accomplished for your fraternity/ sorority/council into tangible skills necessary to land the dream job after college? Join us as we provide concrete examples of how to apply skills learned during your time as a chapter leader to your first post grad career. This isn’t just about beefing up your resume, this is about unlocking your true potential. A. Jordan Fischette, Alpha Tau Omega National Fraternity, jfischette@ato.org Mary Waterman, Delta Zeta Sorority, mew@dzshq.com

Professional Roundtable on LGBTQ Issues

Seabreeze 2 | For Professionals Only | Program # 075

This session will be a facilitated discussion for campus advisors and frarternity/sorority staff members. The session will discuss current hot topics related to LGBTQ issues and strategies on how to develop more inclusive campuses and chapters. Xajés Martinez, Colorado State University, xajes.martinez@colostate.edu Jacinda Maheras, Gamma Rho Lambda Sorority, president@gammarholambda.org

Seizing Cultural Credit: Advising Culturally-based Organizations from an “Outsider” Perspective Seabreeze 1 | For Professionals Only | Program #076

“You are not in our organizations so you don’t understand!” “You just don’t get it!” or “You are trying too hard to fit in!” These are a few of the remarks often made by members to their advisor, if he/she is not a member of a CBFO. Unaffiliated advisors and affiliates of non-CBFO groups can be at a loss in understanding the hidden clues to pass the tests their students expose them to in an effort to determine their cultural capital. So, advisement of CBFOs might be reassigned to the multicultural affairs office, or advisors will be hesitant in their interactions and/or allow NPHCs, NALFO or MGC to “have their way” in an attempt to build credit. This interactive and engaging session empowers advisors to balance cultural competence, fraternal affiliation and advising style to better relate to members of CBFOs. Rasheed Ali Cromwell, The Harbor Institute, racromwell@thehaborinstitute.com Syreeta Greene, The Harbor Institute , sgreene@theharborinstitute.com Suzette Walden Cole, The Harbor Institute, swaldencole@theharborinstitute.com

ed block 8, 3:10 – 4:10 P.M. Hazing Prevention. How Did We Get Here? How Do We Stop It?

Safety & Brotherhood/Sisterhood

Pick up a newspaper and you’ll see hazing has affected Greek organizations, sports teams, even the band. 55% of college students have been hazed, and 47% were hazed before they came to college. We often read about the hazing incidents causing physical injury or even death. What about the mental aspects? We’ll review the early history of hazing, show hazing incidents highlighted in the media from 2012 – 2015, determine sociological factors contributing to the hazing mentality, and then review the hazing laws in your state. We’ll teach students about bystander intervention and how to report it when they see it. We’ll also give students ways to eliminate hazing in their chapter by offering replacement activities.

Ring! Ring! The 1980’s is calling and wants their risk reduction methods back! We must disconnect with the idea if an activity has a purpose or perceived benefit it is not hazing. We must disconnect with thinking risk reduction means a strong policy or discipline process. That is a reaction not prevention. We must disconnect with a tshirt creates a change in behavior. We aren’t spending enough time discussing what is right and the result has been students more often trying to stay out of trouble than keeping each other safe. Learn how you can build an effective harm reduction plan around sisterhood/brotherhood and safety for your community or chapter.

Nautilus 1 | Risk Reduction and Management | Program #077

Michael Ayalon, Greek University, mike@greekuniversity.org

Nautilus 3 | Risk Reduction and Management | Program #081

Lorin Phillips, CAMPUSPEAK, lorinmphillips@gmail.com

Recruiting Quality & Quantity: The Sorority Experience Nautilus 2 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #078

Learn the proven recruitment structure doubling and tripling chapters in only a semester! This system is guaranteed to provide success just as it has for thousands of other chapters. Real recruitment isn’t about ‘stalking’ freshmen we don’t know, it is about targeted networking with women we should call sisters. Our system of values-based, year-round recruitment emphasizes building authentic relationships with highquality students on your campus. Quality and quantity are not mutually exclusive, learn how to get both! Moe Stephens, University of Puget Sound, mstephens@pugetsound.edu

Also happening during ed block #8

Improve Relationships with Others and Yourself with One Secret Tool: Vulnerability Marina 6 | Health and Wellness | Program #079

Our society can sometimes push us into thinking it’s better to lie or be fake. For 12 years, Laurenne Sala didn’t tell the truth about who she was. When she finally started being honest about her family’s past and herself, her life totally changed. Now she’s sharing her learnings so you can build better friendships and believe in yourself. This program will give useful tips on how to not listen to society, how to be true to yourself, how to let go of the fear of the truth, and why to open up, be honest, and not care about what others think. Laurenne Sala, Taboo Tales, salasala@gmail.com

New Members Vs. Neos: They are All Joining Our Community. How Do We Make Them Feel At Home?

Marina 1 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #080

No matter what chapter or council a student is becoming a part of, they are all joining the Fraternity and Sorority Life community at your school. By holding trainings that are inclusive of all council members we are able to support inclusion in our communities. At the same time, we must allow and celebrate the differences. It is important that this does not end after the new member process. The celebration of diversity and sharing of stories must continue within the FSL community. This can happen by creating space for open and honest dialogue as well as challenging students to advocate for themselves. During this session we will dive deeper into how advisors and the campus community can support students who want to speak up, as well as those who just aren’t quite sure where to begin the conversation. Monica Schnapp, University of San Diego, mschnapp@sandiego.edu Marina Mantos, University of San Diego, mmantos@sandiego.edu

Authentic Leadership SHAUN SPERLING, @ Shaunsperling 3:10 – 4:10 P.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #206 At a very young age, Shaun learned the most important lesson of leadership: in order to be effective, you have to be yourself. Through hilarious stories and engaging anecdotes, Shaun helps student leaders uncover the many layers that hide their truths to help them achieve their greatest potential and become stronger leaders. Only when you are able to lead with authenticity, can you truly inspire your brothers and sisters, chapters and counsels. In this program, Shaun focuses on how by being yourself, leaders can empower their members, improve recruitment, increase retention, participate more meaningfully in philanthropy and ultimately inspire members to live their core values.

Award Consultations for 2016 Applicants 3:10 – 5:20 P.M. | Nautilus Foyer

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ed block 9, 4:20 – 5:20 P.M. Redefining Sisterhood

Creating Lifelong Engagement

Sisterhood is a term thrown around a lot. Phrases like “we have the best sisterhood” or “our sisterhood is so amazing” can often be overheard during recruitment conversations, but have we ever stopped to think about what sisterhood is really all about? This session will explore some exciting new research, conducted by the presenters, related to how women define and conceptualize sisterhood, and how that definition impacts other areas of the sorority experience. Participants will have an opportunity to complete the Sisterhood Questionnaire and better understand how their own attitudes about sisterhood influence their experience, and how sisterhood can be improved at the chapter level.

We say fraternity/sorority is for life, and yet we often struggle to keep our members involved. Engagement begins with the manner in which we recruit our members and the expectations we set from the very beginning. How and what we say and do during recruitment will set the expectations of our members. Engagement is then cultivated through our member education process and the experience we provide our members. We will discuss how we can ensure we are doing our part as leaders of our organizations to create an environment, through recruitment, member education and clear expectations that fosters lifelong engagement.

Nautilus 3 | Fraternal Values | Program #082

Gentry McCreary, Dyad Strategies LLC, gentry@dyadstrategies.com

The Spectrum of Hazing

Marina 5 | Risk Reduction and Management | Program #083

Do you ever feel like you’re hitting a roadblock with undergraduates while trying to have honest conversations about hazing? Not sure how to move the dial while having conversations about hazing? Join us as we discuss The Spectrum of Hazing and the four steps to change. The Spectrum of Hazing will allow campus based and NHQ professionals to have real conversations with their students on the impacts of hazing and how they can move towards a hazing free community. A. Jordan Fischette, Andrew Reid Consultancy, jordan@andrewreidc.com

No One Told Me It Would Be This Hard: How to Create a Culture of Success in Your Organization Nautilus 1 | Leadership Development | Program #084

Creating a culture of success is hard. Creating change is even harder. If you are struggling as a student leader to do either, this session is for you! Student leaders will learn about the Five Dysfunctions of a Team and how to create a strategy to avoid them. You’ll also learn how to create a strong organizational culture and how to lead others by focusing on mission/purpose and asking why! This session is for any student leader wanting to leave AFLV West knowing how to create change and make a difference!! Brian Clarke, UC Irvine, btclarke@uci.edu

Marina 1 | Intake / Membership Recruitment | Program #085

Timothy Sirota, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, tsirota@sae.net Shay Stewart, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, sstewart@sae.net

You Don’t Need a #Hashtag: How Councils Can Maximize Social Media Marketing Marina 2 | Public Relations | Program #086

Dear @AFLV #AFLVWest Attendees. Do your #Fraternity #Sorority leaders know how to do a professional, successful, social media campaign? #Blessed #GoGreek #TBT #WearYourLettersWednesday #Values #RushWeek #PanhelLove #NoFilter #GreekWeek #WCW. Maybe coming up with the coolest #Hashtag isn’t quite enough. Learn how to build and execute a fantastic social media campaign focused on growth. Inspired by one of the best selling business books of the year, and one of the most asked questions from council leaders, “Do you have any good ideas for a hashtag for our community?” #MustAttend #ReThinkGreek #GameChanger #Fun Matthew Mattson, Innova Marketing, Inc., Matt@InnovaGreek.com

Self Love = Success

Marina 4 | Leadership Development | Program #087

Self love. It sounds like fluff, doesn’t it? It’s not. It’s actually the key to success on campus and in life. Often, we have negative views of ourselves. What if you’re not smart enough? Not attractive enough? Not athletic enough? Rachel DeAlto helps students find out there’s much more to be proud of than external characteristics. This interactive session brings back the love for yourself through thoughtful, humorous real-life stories to help illustrate important learning lessons for student audiences. Learn how to build unstoppable confidence, make yourself a priority, and soar to success! Rachel DeAlto, CAMPUSPEAK, rachel@racheldealto.com

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ed block 9, 4:20 – 5:20 P.M. 45 Things You Can Be Doing Right Now to Improve Your Fraternity Community (#7 Will Shock You) Nautilus 2 | Council Management | Program #088

This BuzzFeed style program will provide a rapid-fire snapshot of best practices from around the country with a focus on advancing your IFC Community. From discussions of meaningful council activities to examples of team and relationship building, these 45 1-minute-long steps will change your perspective on typical IFC activities. Through the use of extensive multimedia, this presentation is sure to engage you while promoting you to think creatively about changes you can be making to enhance members’ experiences on your campus. Remember, #7 will shock you!

What’s Next? Taking the Time to Plan for Change Seabreeze 1 | Leadership Development | Program #092

Join us for the final session of the National Cultural Greek Leadership Conference (NCGLC), as we give you time and space to reflect on your conference experience and consider what action steps you want to take next. Come prepared with an open mind, great ideas, and a willingness to start the work of being a better leader and contribute to a better fraternity/sorority experience. Change starts now. Natalie Cleary, NCGLC Logistics Coordinator

Mike McRee, North-American Interfraternity Conference, mike.mcree@nicindy.org

It’s Handled: Working on the NPC Judicial Process

Nautilus 4 | Self-Governance and Judicial Affairs | Program #089

It would be great if we could be Olivia Pope and take care of problems with a few phone calls and favors. Unfortunately, the real world is a little messier, and in the case of a College Panhellenic, requires a specific process to deal with issues. Join the National Panhellenic Conference as we provide an overview of the College Panhellenic judicial process, focusing on how to get your board up and running and how to handle any violations.

Also happening during ed block #8

Jenny Greyerbiehl, National Panhellenic Conference, jenny@npcwomen.org Donna King, National Panhellenic Conference, chairman@npcwomen.org

Making Your Fraternity/Sorority Community More LGBTQ Inclusive Seabreeze 2 | LGBTQA | Program #090

This session will present some of the best practices for educating the Greek community on LGBTQ issues, building bridges between the LGBTQ and Greek communities on campus, and strengthening the bonds of brotherhood/sistehood by supporting LGBTQ members. The session will also explore how your campus can include and support LGBTQ-based fraternity and sorority chapters. Doug Case, Campus Pride, doug@campuspride.org Jacinda Maheras, Gamma Rho Lambda Sorority, president@gammarholambda.org

Strategies for Managerial Excellence

Marina 6 | Leadership Development | Program #091

Were you thrown into your position with little training or knowledge about it? A big problem we face is we are constantly reinventing the wheel and repeating the same mistakes because of a lack of officer transition. In this session, learn how to identify and train future leaders, ensure successful officer transition between Executive Board members and Chairs, and properly set new goals for the upcoming year. We’ll demonstrate what effective committee structure looks like and why it’s important. We’ll review effective meeting and communication techniques, and underscore the importance of chapter financial responsibilities. Finally, we’ll examine the role of frequent and honest communication with your host institution, your alumni members, and your headquarters. Michael Ayalon, Greek University, mike@greekuniversity.org

What do you really want? Amber Krzys, @Bodyheart 4:20 – 5:20 P.M. | Nautilus 5 | Program #207 What do you really want? When was the last time you asked yourself that question about you or your organization? And, more importantly, why do you want it? Do you want to ace your exams just for the A? Do you want to lose ten pounds just to say you did? Do you want to be Greek just because? Probably not. There’s something deeper at play, and that is your point of power and what this talk is about. Based on Amber Krzys’ successful TEDx Talk, this session will open your eyes to the paradox of desire. How often we seek fulfillment “out there”, when really the best way to have anything you want is to start from within. What if you could have more confidence, freedom, and joy right now—without anything in your life changing on the outside? That’s what you’ll learn in this session.

Council Meeting Space 4:20 – 5:20 P.M. | 511, 514

We are providing the space and opportunity for your delegations or individual councils to meet on-site. During Educational Block #9, rooms 511 and 514 will be available on a first-come, firstserve basis for delegations/councils.

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AWARDS & ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE Carol Nickoson Sarah Cohen Ayana Wilson Kristy Pacheco Ann Reightler Gina Keucher Shante Hearst Kathryn O’Hagan Jennifer Pierce Kristen Kardas Tyler Havens

graduate Interns

Daniel Clark Pi Kappa Alpha Melyssa Barrera Kappa Delta Sorority Shawnna Smith Alpha Chi Omega Chloe Leal Sigma Theta Psi Multicultural Sorority Matthew Kadota Sigma Alpha Epsilon

Undergraduate Interns Lauren Kenny Kelci Jacoby Erick Pineda Jacob Boult Shannon Mulqueen

Lauren Utley Marcos Guzman Dustin Page Jamison Keller Kelly Jo Karnes Natalie Cleary

University of North Texas Coastal Carolina University Illinois Wesleyan University University of Arkansas University of Missouri-Kansas City Radford University The University of Akron University of Kansas Alpha Gamma Delta Florida State University Middle Tennessee State University

University of the Pacific University of Washington University of the Pacific University of Denver California State University, Northridge

Alpha Gamma Delta California State University, Chico Delta Gamma Willamette University Phi Delta Theta University of California, Irvine Kappa Sigma University of Nevada, Reno Alpha Sigma Alpha University of Northern Colorado

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Exhibitors All exhibitors in our hall support AFLV programs and YOU! Please commit time in your schedule to visit with each exhibitor and learn about the products and services that can make a difference to your campus community! Collect information and share with other councils, chapters and students on your campus! ALSAC/St. Jude Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Research Hospital

Greek Yearbook

Campus Pride

GreekRush

stjude.org

campuspride.org

CAMPUSPEAK

campuspeak.com

Circle of Sisterhood circleofsisterhood.com

College Hill Custom Threads collegehillcustomthreads.com

Farrow Memory davefarrow.com

Fraternal Composites fraternalcomposite.com

greekyearbook.com greekrush.com

GreeniPhi

Phired Up Productions phiredup.com

TechniPhi

techniphi.com

The Harbor Institute

greeniphi.com

theharborinstitute.com

innovagreek.com

thesociallife.com

The Strong Movement

kotisdesign.com/college

thestrongmovement.com

University Tees

oncampustext.com

Vantine Imaging

Innova

Kotis Design

OnCampusText

Order of Omega orderofomega.org

The Social Life

universitytees.com

vantineimaging.com

Exhibit Hall key times & Raffle drawings Visit our exhibit hall and mingle with exhibitor to collect raffle tickets to drop in the basket for a chance to win one of many prizes. Please note, tickets must be turned in 15 minutes before each drawing and you must be present to win.

Thursday, April 7

Exhibit Hall Grand Opening 2:00 - 7:30 P.M. Exhibit Hall Meet & Greet 10:15 - 10:45 P.M. Snacks will be served, Raffle drawing (Prize: Southwest Gift Card)

Friday, April 8

Exhibit Hall Open 10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. Grab & Chat: Dessert w/Exhibitors 1:20 - 2:10 P.M. Dessert will be served, Raffle drawing (Prize: Beats Headphones)

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Exhibit Hall Open 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. Grab & Chat: Dessert w/Exhibitors 1:15 - 1:45 P.M. Dessert will be served, Raffle drawing (Prize: Apple TV)

HOtel maps Marina Tower lobby level

lower level Fourth floor

This restroom is gender neutral during AFLV West

Fifth floor

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