The overwhelming majority of fraternities elect their e-boards for year-long terms. However, it is not uncommon for fraternities to change e-boards every semester. I actually believe changing e-boards every semester is a better system for four reasons.
When I had pledged over a year ago, I was essentially sold a falsified dream. In this illusion, we were promised strong brotherhood, outstanding academics, success within the classroom and preference from all of the sororities. Upon crossing, we realized it was all a lie.
Over the last few semesters my chapter had been moving up in the ranks but instead of gaining momentum it seems as though we’ve hit a plateau. Recruitment and our social calendar may have even dipped.
Have you ever wondered what a top fraternity needs? A top fraternity needs these 12 things to really be considered successful.
When you first say the word “fraternity” and ask people to mention the very first thing that comes to mind, you’ll often hear responses like: (a) parties, (b) beer, (c) Sorority girls or (d) Pledge Week.
I am the new IFC President. Our exec gets along pretty well but I don’t think anyone really gets it. They think that chapters should get along, but all they come up with are different “all Greek” events that have been done before and failed before.
It is that time of year when you start planning for the next semester. Obviously, part of your planning will be setting goals for your fraternity. Below are some characteristics your goals should have:
I was awarded the most outstanding brother of the year by both my chapter and my national fraternity. I was also awarded my university’s fraternity man of the year. Winning those awards was easier than you think, and I want to share with you my secrets on how I was selected.
Many of you have just won your e-board elections and are ready to assume the leadership of your fraternity next semester. I hate to be the one to tell you this, but you will not succeed if you merely do what is expected of you.
Being a leader in your fraternity requires you to lead by example. However, just as important is showing leadership when no one is watching.
