Title: It's Phi Delta Theta; Not Survivor
Time: 1 Hour
Description: Join us for a discussion of what hazing can do to
your chapter, how it starts, why it continues, how to stop it, and
alternatives that can be used to replace hazing.
Presenter:
Sparky Reardon - Assistant Vice Chancellor/Dean of Student - University of Mississippi
 Dr.
Sparky Reardon is the Assistant Vice Chancellor/Dean of Students at the
University of Mississippi. He has worked in higher education for 33
years. His primary areas of responsibility have included advising
fraternities and student government, leadership development, crisis
intervention, organizational discipline and teaching. He has a M. Ed.
From Delta State University and a B.A.E. and Ph.D. from Ole Miss.
Brother Reardon has spoken to thousands of students at numerous
universities, conferences, and conventions. For this, Phi Delta Theta
recently honored him with the Legion of Honor Award. He has also been
awarded the Robert Shaefer Award for significant, long term service to
Greek Life. Students at Ole Miss have named a scholarship after him and
awarded him with the initial Thomas Frist Award for Outstanding Service
to Students. In 2008, the graduating senior class honored him with a
scholarship in his name. He has appeared in the History Channel‟s “Frat
Boys”, a history of fraternities in America and his first book, “10
Lessons to Live by in College: Wisdom from the Dean of Students” will
be released. He enjoys Ole Miss sports, reading, cooking, and traveling.
Title: Academic Success
Time: 1 hour
Description: How can you make higher grades in less time? By
being smart about how (and when) you study. This is also how an entire
chapter can make higher grades in less time. In addition to reviewing
more traditional means to improve grades (study tables, test files,
tutoring), this webinar tries to take academic success to a higher
level—by suggesting (1) that we think about how we study before
investing hundreds and thousands of hours to study each year and (2)
that we pass along those study skills to our Phikeias each year as part
of our Phikeia program. Sound learning is always a top priority at Phi
Delta Theta. But it has never been more important than now when
economic hard times require each of us to perform at our very best.
 Presenter:
Scott Himsel (Professor - Wabash College, Partner - Baker & Daniels Law Firm)
Scott is an attorney with Baker &
Daniels, a large Indianapolis based law firm; he advises fraternities,
sororities, colleges, universities, religious organizations and other
nonprofit institutions. Scott is also a part-time professor of
political science and the prelaw advisor at Wabash College; he teaches
upper level courses in constitutional law and a freshman course on the
Founding Fathers. Scott got his start on both of his careers while
leading scholarship and bylaws revision efforts at Indiana Beta, where
he serves as Faculty Advisor. Scott has advised governing councils,
national office staffs, local advisors and undergraduates about a wide
variety of legal issues that face Greek organizations. Scott and his
wife Jane Ann live in Indianapolis.
Title: Alumni Relations
Description: Patrick Alderdice of Pennington and Co. (a leader in the fraternity
world in fund raising, public relations, and consulting) share his
experiences and knowledge of building strong, long-term relationships
with alumni.
Presenter:
 Patrick Alderdice (President & CEO - Pennington & Company)
Patrick Alderdice is president and
chief executive officer of Pennington & Company, a full-service
fundraising, consulting and alumni relations firm. He has led the
company from a regional-based consulting firm to the recognized leader
in fraternity and sorority fundraising. Pennington has raised more than
$172 million for Greek life while working with more than 317 house
corporations on 85 campuses.
A frequent speaker on trends in Greek housing, fundraising, alumni
relations and recruitment at college campuses and national fraternity
and sorority conventions, Patrick is vice president of the Fraternity
and Sorority Political Action Committee and sits on the alumni board of
trustees for Delta Chi at the University of Kansas.
At the 2009 North-American Interfraternity Conference annual meeting,
held in Washington, D.C., Patrick was honored with the Alumni Award of
Distinction. The award recognizes the fraternity man who has given
specifically of his time, talents, and service to the betterment of the
fraternity.
Patrick has also been recognized by Delta Chi Fraternity with its 2007
Meritorious Service Award and by Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity with its 2008
Ralph “Dud” Daniel Interfraternal Excellence Award.
Prior to joining Pennington & Company 14 years ago, Patrick served
the Delta Chi Fraternity Headquarters staff as a leadership consultant,
director of chapter development, and director of chapter services.
He resides in Lawrence, Kansas, with his wife, Jennifer, and daughter, Emily.
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Title: Coaching Millennials
Description: The Millennial Generation is a topic that has been discussed everywhere from 60 minutes
to January's Chapter Advisory Board Summit in St. Louis. There is no
question that students today learn, are motivated, and interact with
one another much differently than any previous generation. As it
pertains to Phi Delta Theta, we must ask how does being a member of our
organization fit into the priorities of a Millennial, and how can we as
advisers interact with them to make sure they are meeting their full
potential, making our chapters successful, all while having a great Phi
Delt experience? The purpose of this webinar is to help advisers learn
more about the Millennial Generation so that they can better "coach"
the young leaders of today's Phi Delt chapters.
Presenters:
Nathan Thomas (Southeast Missouri State '95)
Nathan Thomas is the Executive
Director of the Center for Residential Living and Leadership and an
instructor within Leadership Studies at Bradley University. Previously
he served as the Director of Greek Life at Bradley for five years and
was the Director of Chapter Services for Phi Delta Theta's
Headquarters. He is a graduate of Southeast Missouri State University
and received his MBA from Eastern Illinois University. He is currently
working on his doctorate degree at Illinois State University. Nathan
is on the CAB for Illinois Gamma, the Heart of Illinois United Way
Campaign Cabinet, and a volunteer with the Children’s Hospital of
Illinois.
Rob Turning (Akron '96)
 Rob
Turning is the Coordinator of Greek Life at Johns Hopkins University
where he advises 23 fraternities and sororities and their governing
councils. Brother Turning is a graduate of The University of Akron and
holds a Masters degree in Student Affairs Administration from Eastern
Illinois University. He currently serves the Fraternity as Province
President of Gamma South with chapters in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and
Virginia.
Jointly, Rob and Nathan recently wrote “Ten Plus Years: Alcohol Free Housing Within Phi Delta Theta” for the Association of Fraternity Advisers Magazine Perspectives.
However, during the webinar they will discuss their personal and
professional perspectives on coaching and advising students today.
Title: An Evening with Lou and the ALS Association
Description: You’ve heard about the remarkable career of Famous
Phi Lou Gehrig and Phi Delta Theta’s connection to the ALS Association,
but do you and your chapter brothers know how to best utilize your
manpower to work towards the mission of finding a cure? Join us in
learning more about ALS, the life of Lou Gehrig, the ALS Association
and their signature events, and how your chapter can plan a successful
event to benefit those affected by the disease.
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Presenters:
Bob Biggs
Bob
is from the Georgia Epsilon Chapter and graduated from Georgia Southern
University in 1976. He is the Executive Vice President of Phi Delta
Theta. Bob has an MBA from Xavier University and has served on the GHQ
staff for 32 years. He is involved in interfraternity services,
serving on several national boards including the ALS Association (Lou
Gehrig’s Disease). Bob is also a Past President of the Fraternity
Executives Association and the Interfraternity Edgewater Conference.
He has two children in college while he and his wife, Coni, and their
youngest daughter reside in Oxford.
Ashton Chase
L. Ashton Chase is the Senior Director of National Signature Events
with The ALS Association and is responsible for the growth of the Walk
to Defeat ALS program nationwide. Ashton joined the Association in
2005, and under his leadership grew the program from $9 million that
year to over $17.5 million in 2008. Before joining The Association,
Ashton’s leadership and training led to a significant increase in walk
revenue at the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), and before
that, at the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The graduate of the University
of Colorado at Boulder is determined to continue the success of the Walk program in the coming years.
Christie Smith
Christie Smith is the
Associate Director of National Signature Events with The ALS
Association and shares in Ashton's responsibilities for growing the
Walk to Defeat ALS program nationwide. Christie began her career in
non-profit working for the Indiana Chapter for the Juvenile Diabetes
Research Foundation (JDRF) where she focused on fundraising through
their annual events and community outreach programs. She then joined
the Midwest Regional Office of JDRF, where she worked closely with
Ashton, and later the Association. Christie is a graduate of Indiana
University and is committed to continually bringing the Walk program to
new levels.
Lance Slaughter
Lance Slaughter brings more than 12 years of extensive management
experience in nonprofits combined with a strong understanding of
mission driven organizations. Currently, Lance serves as a consultant
to The ALS Association responsible for developing and providing support
to The Association’s national fundraising initiative as part of Major
League Baseball’s “4ALS Awareness” campaign. Prior to working with
The ALS Association, Lance served as Executive Director for The
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) Greater Los Angeles Chapter, as
well as serving on various national LLS leadership groups including the
President’s Leadership Team, Strategic Planning Committee and the
Diversity & Inclusiveness Task Force. Lance also held a number of
positions of various responsibilities with the American Heart
Association. A graduate of UCLA, Lance serves in various volunteer
leadership positions with USA Powerlifting including being a member of
the National Board of Directors Executive Committee.
Marilyn Simon-Gersuk
Marilyn is the Vice President of Community Services and Development for
The ALS Association. She’s been with The ALS Association for almost 5
years and oversees the efforts and development of their nation-wide
network of chapters. Marilyn also oversees all fundraising programs of
the Association. She has her MA in Communication Studies from
California State University Northridge.
Jeff Okita
Jeff Okita
graduated from the University of Southern California in May of 2008.
As an undergraduate, he was a re-founding father of the Cal Delta
Chapter. He served as Philanthropy Chairman and ALS Walk Chair for the
fraternity. During his time as an active, he organized a partnership
with the Greater Los Angeles Chapter of ALS to raise $635,000 over two
years. He now works in Los Angeles at an online marketing and
advertising company along with starting a few entrepreneurial endeavors.
Title: How to Build and Run a Well-Rounded Chapter Advisory Board
Description: Make no mistake about it, the best chapters in Phi
Delta Theta have well run Chapter Advisory Boards providing guidance
and support on a regular basis. CABs play a pivotal role in the
day-to-day operations of chapters and their long-term success through
the mentoring of undergraduate leaders. Attend the first installment of
the CAB Summit Webinar Series Structure to find how to construct and
operate a successful Chapter Advisory Board.
Presenters:
 Rudy Porchivina (San Jose State '89) - Past President of the General Council
Rudy Porchivina is a Past President of
the Fraternity's General Council and served as President during the
2006-2008 biennium and currently serves as the Chapter Advisory Board
Chairman of California Sigma (Sonoma State). Rudy is a managing partner
of Porchivina & Associates Public Relations, a high-technology
marketing communications firm with clients in the software, networking,
semiconductor, and telecommunications industry. Rudy is a former United
States Marine and holds a bachelors degree in political science from
San Jose State University. Rudy resides in Novato, California, with his
wife Deborah, sons, Matthew and John Ryan, and daughter, Grace.
 Sean Wagner (Widener '02) - Associate Executive Vice President
Sean has been a member of the Fraternity’s GHQ staff for nearly six
years serving as a Leadership Consultant, Director of Expansion,
Director of Alumni Services, and is currently the Associate Executive
Vice President. Sean is a native of Philadelphia and graduated from
Widener University (PA Mu) with a Communications Degree in 2002. Sean
will be speaking from experience as he formerly served the Pennsylvania
Zeta (UPenn) Chapter as their Chapter Advisory Board Chairman and is
now a member of Ohio Theta’s (Cincinnati) Chapter Advisory Board. He
has also been studying board governance and volunteer management for
the last few years in pursuit of his Masters in Public Administration
and Non-Profit Management at Northern Kentucky University.
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Title: Building and Effective Executive Committee (To get things done and improve chapter meetings)
Description: Chapter morale, meeting attendance, chapter
progress, and officer follow-through are all affected by the leadership
and functioning of your chapter’s Executive Committee. Join this
one-hour webinar to learn specific steps you can take and strategies
you can use to improve the effectiveness of your chapter’s E.C.
Presenter - Scott Mietchen (Utah '84) - General Council Treasurer
Scott is a 1984 graduate of the University of Utah where he
earned both his B.S. and MPA. He has served the Fraternity as a chapter
consultant, chapter adviser, house corporation president, province president,
delegate to the NIC and member of the General Council from 1994-2000 and
2004-Present. He currently serves as General Council Treasurer.
Professionally Scott is President of Fund Raising Counsel, Inc. (FRCI), the oldest
fundraising consulting firm in the Intermountain West. Prior to joining
FRCI, he served as Vice President for University Advancement at Utah State
University. Scott, his wife Lisa, and their children, Abby (15) and Alex
(12) live in Salt Lake City.
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