The six remaining Founders are: Mr. Robert S. Douglas, Mr. Daniel V. Duff, Mr. Irving L. Camp, Mr. Morris S. Rachmil, Mr. Herbert M. Wright and Mr. William O. Tremaine
The Creed should only be stated at Private Fraternity rituals as such:
Alpha Kappa Psi recognizes that we live in deeds, not years; in thought, not breath; in service, not in figures on the dial.
We count time by heart throbs, when they beat for God, for man, for duty.
He lives most who thinks most, Is noblest, acts the best.
200
Name the Brooklyn Four and the significance of the Brooklyn Bridge State their names RESPECTIVELY!!!
The Brooklyn four were respectively Mr. Frederic R. Leach, Mr. Nathan Lane, Jr., Mr. George L. Bergen, and Mr. Howard M. Jefferson. The significance of the Brooklyn Bridge is that the Brooklyn Four walked home from school over the bridge and discussed the need for an organization unanimously.
200
Name your Chapter Advisor and Faculty Advisor.
The Sigma Omega Chapter Advisor is Ms. Jofnnie Mathurin and the Faculty Advisor is Ms. Elizabeth Gillespie.
200
Identify the main objects on the Coat of Arms.
The present coat of arms was officially adopted in 1930 and The main objects on the Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity’s Coat of Arms are: a coin bag, a ten-pointed star, Phoenician galley, chain of four links, pair of balances, and the motto.
200
In what state is AKPsi currently incorporated and what year was this change approved?
AKPsi is currently incorporated in Indiana, the state, a change that was approved in the early 1997
200
Name each office within the chapter and the Brother who holds each office.
Each Fraternity Chapter Executive Board varies however, the Sigma Omega Chapter executive board is as follow:
President- Ms. Sharen St. Martin,
Executive Vice President- Ms. Danika Jackson,
Vice President of Finance- Mr. Brandon Dallemond,
Vice President of Membership- Ms. Fanessa Hilaire,
Vice President of Alumni Affairs- Mr. Saul LaGuerre,
Master of Rituals- Ms. Ajeeaha Crooks,
Secretary- Ms. Jill Joseph,
Vice President of Brotherhood Development- Mr. Kareem Virgo
300
Describe the Pledge Pin.
The official pledge pin/button is a gold Phoenician galley with a blue sail. This Pin symbolizes the pledge ship period. It is to be visibly worn on the Left Lapel of the coat, shirt, blouse or sweater, over the heart while on campus and at all fraternity meetings and functions.
What is the founding date of Alpha Kappa Psi and what date was it incorporated?
Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity was founded on October 5, 1904 and incorporated on May 20, 1905.
300
Name the Executive Board of Sigma Omega’s Founding Class.
The 2002 Sigma Omega’s founding executive board is as follow:
Mr. Juan Jaramillo – President
Mr. Victor Lee- Executive Vice President
Ms. Tawanna Jenkins- Vice President of Membership
Ms. Jennifer Rivera-Treasurer
Ms. Ziola Quispe- Secretary
Ms. Maud-Emille Simeone- Vice President of Activities
300
How much is the initiation fee, what does is pay for, and how much goes to nationals?
The Initiation Fee of Alpha Kappa Psi is a hundred dollars ($100) , sixty-five dollars ($65.00) of which goes to Nationals for a recognition pin/button, a membership certificate, a membership card, a subscription to the "Diary of Alpha Kappa Psi"(until after graduation) and other services and benefits.
400
In a National meeting the definition of a quorum is what percentage of the total number of eligible votes?
Write out words (i.e.-"fifty percent plus one")
In a National meeting the definition of Quorum is fifty percent plus one of the total numbers of eligible votes.
400
How much is the National Pledge Induction fee, what does it pay for and how much goes to Nationals?
The National Pledge Induction fee of Alpha Kappa Psi is eighty dollars ($80), approximately thirty-nine dollars ($39.00) of which goes to Nationals for the Pledge Manual and the National Exam…
400
What is the founding date of Sigma Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi?
The Sigma Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi Co-ed Business Professional Fraternity Inc. was founded on March 23, 2002 at Florida Atlantic University (FAU)
400
State the Vision statement of Alpha Kappa Psi.
The Vision Statement of Alpha Kappa Psi Co-Ed Business Professional Fraternity is: Alpha Kappa Psi is recognized as the Premier Developer of Principled Business Leaders.
400
How much is the national portion of student member dues and what dates are they payable to the National office.
At the fifty-fifth Convention the Chapter Congress approved a fee increase to the national portion of student member dues to $47.50; Dues are payable to the National Office on February 15th and October 15th of each fraternal year.
500
Name the ten duties of a Brother.
1. Attendance is required at every chapter meetings and all chapter functions.
2. Membership work: each member should recruit at least one (1) new member per semester to ensure stability of the Chapter.
3. Assume responsibility, be reliable, complete every task assigned and help brothers where needed.
4. Cooperate with the President and the other officers.
5. Make every effort to maintain at least a "B" Grade Point Average.
6. Prepare for professional and business success.
7. Meet financial obligations promptly.
8. Support, abide by and enforce the fraternity's Constitution and Statutory Code, Board of Directors Statement of Policy, as well as, all other Fraternity policies and directives.
9. Solemnly avow the Alpha Kappa Psi Ritual.
10. Live the values of Brotherhood, Integrity, Service, Unity And Knowledge
500
What is the minimum length of the pledge-training program?
During each school year, how many initiations is the chapter required to hold?
500
When women were granted full membership in Alpha Kappa Psi?
At the 39th Convention the board of directors voted the authority to change Article III, Section 1 of the Constitution granting women full membership into Alpha Kappa Psi on August 7, 1976.
500
What is the official flower of Alpha Kappa Psi?
The official Flower of AKPsi is the Yellow Rose.
500
State the Objects of Alpha Kappa Psi.
1. To further the individual welfare of its’ members;
2. To foster scientific research in the fields of commerce, accounts, and finance;
3. To educate the public to appreciate and demand higher ideals therein;
4. And to promote and advance in institutions of college rank, courses leading to degrees in business administration.