Heritage/Founders
Why is Delta Kappa Alpha called DKA? And what does DKA stand for?
What is Allen K. Dallas his initials backwards? What is D = Dramatic, K = Kinematic, and A = Aesthetic
What are the 3 corporations of the Fraternity?
What is the National Organization, Housing Corporation, and The Foundation
Delta Kappa Alpha is to be recognized as the premier institute of upstanding entertainment industry leaders is DKA's what?
Vision Statement
What are the names of these symbols?
Αα
Ββ
Γγ
Δδ
Εε
Ζζ
1. Alpha
2. Beta
3. Gamma
4. Delta
5. Epsilon
6. Zeta
McClelland Challenge Levels:
Lowest – Basic
Middle – Order of the Dragon
Highest – Farmer
When and where was DKA founded and its original name?
What is March 16th, 1936 at USC and Professional Cinematography Fraternity for Men?
What is the National Convention and Conclave?
What is:
National Convention- the supreme legislative body of DKA
Conclave- DKA Party in LA
What is the open motto, slogan, and the two DKA equations?
1. Truth in Illusion
2. Cinematic Artists of Character
3. DKA = Values x Action
4. Resourcefulness = Necessity + research + Creativity
What are the ten Jewels?
Curious
Enthusiastic
Generous
Honest
Humble
Proactive
Reliable
Resourceful
Respectful
Draw the Hero's Journey:
1. the three main parts
2. Subsections
1. Departure, Initiation, Return
2. The call to adventure, The road of trials, The ultimate boom, and Freedom to live.
Name all ten DKA founders:
Allen K. Dallas, Robert V. Rodgers, Terry Bissinger, Louis Tarleton, Jack H. McClelland, Wiliam Halpern, Robert Turner, Donald Fischer, John W. Findlater, Peter Kinnel
What are the four concepts of The Foundation and what do they mean?
Engagement: Provide opportunities to engage or reengage in the life of the Fraternity and Foundation.
Cultivation: Developed lifelong relationships and commitment to the ideals of Delta Kappa Alpha.
Solicitation: Ask members and non-members to provide financial support which will further the mission of Delta Kappa Alpha.
Stewardship: Provide gratitude and annual progress reports on the impact of gifts reports to donors
Fill in the blanks for the Mission Statement:
"The mission of Delta Kappa Alpha is to foster lifelong 1) ________, collaborative and creative storytelling, ethical and productive 2)________ _________, philanthropic action, and 3)________ ______ by and between students of the cinematic arts.
1. Character
2. Business Practices
3. Fraternal bonds
"The mission of Delta Kappa Alpha is to foster lifelong character, collaborative and creative storytelling, ethical and productive business practices, philanthropic action, and fraternal bonds by and between students of the cinematic arts."
What are these symbols?
Ηη
Θθ
Ιι
Κκ
Λλ
Μμ
Νν
1. Eta
2. Theta
3. Iota
4. Kappa
5. Lambda
6. Mu
7. Nu
Draw Golden Circle including what each section means and 2 examples of each from our fraternity.
Inner circle: Why = the purpose = vision statement, mission, slogan
Middle circle: How = the process = Jewels, Farmer tripod, creed
Outer circle: What = the result = Fraternity Pin and Membership Key, the national events, so on.
Who is:
1. the first national president
2. the founding faculty advisor
3. the faculty advisor who spearheaded DKA banquets
What is:
1. Jack H. McClelland
2. Dr. Boris V. Morkovin
3. Arthur Knight
What is the National Structure? There are four.
National Council
Board of Governors
Graduate Council
Resident Council
Give me 3 sentences of the Creed. It does not have to be in order.
I believe in Delta Kappa Alpha, its principles and its traditions.
I will be loyal to my college, my chapter, and my Fraternity by keeping strong ties and retaining the spirit of youth.
In helping others follow their bliss, I shall ask for no reward, I shall seek no glory.
I will put character above wealth and1 my actions will follow my word.
I will preserve the history of Cinema and the heritage of my Fraternity.
I say with all sincerity: Delta Kappa Alpha has given me honor and distinction; the bond of our fellowship is reciprocal; I will endeavor to so develop myself and so conduct myself that I will ever be a credit to our Fraternity.
What are these symbols?
Ξξ
Οο
Ππ
Ρρ
Σσ
Ττ
What is:
Xi
Omicron
Pi
Rho
Sigma
Tau
Write out the SMARTER goals
Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Realistic
Timely
Ethical
Resourceful
Herbert E. Farmer:
1. What is he called and why?
2. What did he create? Name the 3 things it stood for.
What is:
1. "Wizard of DKA" because could get anything done that was needed despite lack of time or materials, like magic.
2. The Farmers Tripod:
Selflessness & Loyalty
Constant Learning and Adaptability
“Do-It-Yourself" Inventivness and Problem Solving
Who makes up the National Council? What does the Board of Governors do? What is the Graduate Council? What makes up the Resident Council?
1. National President, National Vice President, Immediate Past National President, The President of the Delta Kappa Alpha Foundation, An additional representative from the foundation.
2. The BOG helps make administrative decisions and assists the chapter with their business as well as advise them when necessary.
3. Where you are inducted when after you graduate from the chapter.
4. Separated into multiple departments, each led by a member of the e-board - Each department has multiple chairs that oversee different sections of the department - These chairs are the heads of committees which work to accomplish the goals of that chair.
What is the creed? All 6 sentences in order.
I believe in Delta Kappa Alpha, its principles and its traditions. I will be loyal to my college, my chapter, and my Fraternity by keeping strong ties and retaining the spirit of youth. In helping others follow their bliss, I shall ask for no reward, I shall seek no glory. I will put character above wealth and1 my actions will follow my word. I will preserve the history of Cinema and the heritage of my Fraternity. I say with all sincerity: Delta Kappa Alpha has given me honor and distinction; the bond of our fellowship is reciprocal; I will endeavor to so develop myself and so conduct myself that I will ever be a credit to our Fraternity.
What are these symbols?
Υυ
Φφ
Χχ
Ψψ
Ωω
What is:
Upsilon
Phi
Chi
Psi
Omega
Who is our DKA service partner, who founded it and what do they cover?
Serious Fun Children's Network
Founded by Paul Newman
Cancer