2019 TBDBITL 5K

by Kaity Catalfina Chi - TBΣ Ohio State University The 2019 TBDBITL 5K

Sisters and brothers from Chi and Eta at The Ohio State University were sprinting into the school year with a new TBDBITL 5K event hosted for their community!

The race was held on July 6th, and started and ended on the fifty-yard line of the band’s practice field. Participants were then lead through parts of campus and along the beautiful Olentangy Trail. The goal was to give band members a chance to increase their cardio and get in shape for tryouts, which would happen the following month. Sister Katie Reed says, “It was really nice to have a goal to work towards that jump started my training for tryouts. It definitely helped my endurance!” Many band members shared a similar opinion, and it was fun to see everyone start to get in shape!

The idea was originated by sister Abby Duncan, Vice President of Special Projects, who headed the event. She says, “Someone else brought the idea up a few years ago but I was super passionate about it from day one. I love running and I love band. Every year for tryouts I would run to work 3-4 times a week to strengthen my cardio. So I thought this was a great way to push people trying out to train for tryouts, while also giving those in the community a chance to support those trying out, and see all the work that goes into it.”

16 - Kappa Kappa Psi & Tau Beta Sigma Design for the custom shirt and medals by Audrey Watkins

A group of racers featuring sisters Natalie Kroger, Hailey MacArthur-Senediak, and Hailey Wauben. Chi and Eta partnered with the Columbus Running Company, who made the vision a reality. They were so helpful in the process, and we could not have put the event on without their willingness to make everything perfect for us! Abby Duncan says, “The most challenging part was actually getting it started. I knew what I wanted in my head but actually getting my ideas out was a process. I had to find a company to help plan the event and from there everything was much easier.” Together, they were able to pull off a sold out race, in which more than 180 participants gathered to walk or run. The Columbus Running company said it was one of the smoothest and most attended first races they’d ever seen!

TBDBITL is known for their iconic traditions, and the chapters really wanted the race to immerse the community in that band culture. This, participants were given the unique opportunity to be led by current Drum Major Konner Barr into Script Ohio after the race. The winner of the race was in charge of dotting the I! The alumni band at Ohio State was also able to provide a pep band for race finishers as they crossed the finish line. Racers were also given custom medals and shirts, designed by Audrey Watkins, Treasurer of Chi. In regards to the design, Audrey says “I was trying to tie something unique to the marching band to this 5k and one

thing that stands out is how recognizable script Ohio is. Doing script with the racers at the end really tied up the design nicely!” Perhaps the most important service work done through the 5K, however, was the outreach Chi made into the community. The proceeds from the race were given to West High School band, a local high school in need. Abby Duncan notes, “I hadn’t thought of it as a fundraiser to begin with, but as soon as the Columbus Running Company told me there was a huge possibility we would make a profit, I was so excited. It allowed us to put on an event that supported current college band members, involve alumni and give back to the younger band community.” The chapters were able to fulfil the schools wish list, in addition to giving them money to purchase music and make instrument repairs. Unexpectedly, Chi was able to donate to NNEMAP, a local food pantry, leftover bananas that the participants didn’t eat. Sister Kaity Catalfina says, “We looked at the box thinking, what on Earth are we going to do with all of these? Then, I just started looking for places to donate to, and NNEMAP was nearby and so grateful for our donation. It certainly was an added bonus, and probably was my Spring 2020

favorite part of the event because it was so unexpected.”

It was so nice to see the support of the band programs at Ohio State and the community. Even Director Dr.Christopher Hoch ran, and came in 8th place! So many family members, friends, and band mates

took a part whether they helped set up, took pictures, or participated in the race. It truly shows just how important band is to our city, and meant a lot to the sisters and brothers at Ohio State. Abby says the most rewarding part was “standing by the script Ohio sign which was right in front of the start and finish line. I got to cheer people on as they started and as they finished. To encourage the people who supported the event- either by running, volunteering or playing their instrument was so cool. It was truly the moment it all came to life.”

As this race comes to a close, sisters are already looking towards a race next year. “I hope this is something Chi is able to do for the community for many years to come.” says sister Vanessa Rivera. We hope so too. Congratulations on the success Chi and Eta!

Starting from left sisters Abby Duncan, Emily Sollars, and Kaity Catalfina donate leftover bananas to NNEMAP, a local food pantry. Hailey Wauben.

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, DIVERSITY INCLUSION, & BELONGING: OUR WORDS MATTER by Jessica Needham Eta Sigma - ΚΚΨ University of Central Florida Southeast District Vice President of Programs

Our words matter. Every day, we make choices about the language we use, and each word carries subtle meaning. The English language has synonyms for almost every word. Yet, our vocabulary decisions communicate slightly different messages. In this day, we hear plenty of stories of businesses making seemingly small cultural changes in their company which yield unexpectedly positive results. The same is true in schools, bands, and any other organization. Recently, I was introduced to a small vocabulary shift that can result in tremendous success, especially in our fraternity.

In November of 2019, the Eta Sigma Chapter at the University of Central Florida hosted a leadership workshop with one of our Music Education faculty, Dr. Kelly Miller. In previous years, she gave workshops to the UCF Marching Knights student staff, of which I was a part. Our time with her was poignant; as we interacted with each other, she demonstrated that small things, such as knowing everyone’s name, are crucial to being a successful leader.

This workshop was no different. I took away a lot and gained a new perspective on leadership. One of the points Dr. Miller touched on was the importance of the vocabulary we use. The specific example she gave was about the culture of an organization. When she taught high school choir, she never called a group the “top” ensemble; instead, she would refer to it as the “advanced” ensemble. This small choice ensured that students who weren’t in the advanced choir never felt “less than” students who were.

Like many organizations, Kappa Kappa Psi is proud of our diversity. In our differences, we find our strengths. Two hallmark moments in our history include when we decided to welcome members of any race in 1947 and when we welcomed women into the organization thirty years later. These historical changes have brought crucial perspectives that have amplified the culture of the fraternity.

But diversity isn’t enough. The two aforementioned changes in our membership made us a more diverse organization. A greater variety of college students could pursue membership than before; however, a simple change in constitutional wording wasn’t enough to make this organization a home for everyone. Brothers had to welcome these new members with open arms to ensure this amendment was meaningful.

A group of people can simultaneously be diverse while not being inclusive. Inclusion is the next step in elevating an organization’s culture, and it is through inclusion that relationships are forged and strengthened. In every convention workshop I’ve attended, my opinions have been welcomed. Even when I disagree with someone, there is an air of respect in the room that welcomes different perspectives.

But inclusion isn’t enough. Everyone in the group may be included, yet not feel a sense of home. Belonging is the culture every organization should strive for. When members feel welcomed, they feel a sense of belonging. This is the key to unlocking ownership of an organization. When brothers feel they belong in their chapter, buy-in increases. What used to be like pulling teeth becomes painless. A member who feels they belong is more willing to sacrifice their time to help with a project because they are taking care of their family. A member who does not experience such belonging may be less likely to do such activities. This doesn’t mean they don’t fulfill their responsibilities. They may be doing their share and helping the group be successful.

When members feel welcomed, they feel a sense of belonging.

They may feel included in their chapter yet lack close relationships with others, which characterizes belonging.

On the national level, a chapter may not feel they are welcome in a conversation due to their small size, lack of a marching band, type of institution, chapter culture, or any number of things. This is something we must combat. It isn’t enough to passively say that brothers from any background are all treated the same; we have to actively seek out opportunities to show these members that it’s true. It can be so easy to get stuck in the routine of our lives, but we must push ourselves outside of our comfort zone to build relationships with brothers who aren’t like us. We have all found a home in Music, and we must continuously Spring 2020

On the national level, a chapter may not feel they are welcome in a conversation due to their small size, lack of a marching band, type of institution, chapter culture, or any number of things.

This is something we must combat.

strive to promote a sense of belonging throughout our membership.

We can encourage this on the district level by stimulating communications between chapters. Reach out to a chapter you don’t have regular conversations with and ask questions about how their chapter operates. In the process, you may get an idea of a new way to approach something your chapter has been struggling with. As Southeast District Vice President of Programs, I have encouraged these relationships in the SED through the penpal-like FocuSED Connections program. The primary aim isn’t to talk about fraternity business; rather, the emphasis is on building a stronger sense of community throughout the district.

On the chapter level, you can support a culture of belonging by spending time with your brothers outside of chapter matters. Perhaps there is someone you’ve never had a substantive conversation with outside of service events; invite them to grab coffee and talk about non-fraternity topics. Learn what they’re interested in or ask them to share some of their life story. Spending quality time together facilitates closer relationships which not only help tasks get done more effectively, but increase our bonds of Brotherhood.

In this new century of Kappa Kappa Psi, I hope to contribute to a continuing cultural shift towards belonging. This sense of belonging is the key to unlocking greater success. Otherwise, we’re just a group of band nerds completing projects. This small change in mindset can have a remarkable effect in our bands, our chapters, our districts, and our fraternity. It all starts with a choice to adjust our words.