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Recite the entire Greek Alphabet
alpha, beta, gamma, delta, epsilon, zeta, eta, theta, iota, kappa, lambda, mu, nu1, xi, omicron, pi1, rho, sigma, tau, upsilon, phi, chi1, psi1, omega.
When is CAAD day
December 28th
Types of Fraternity:
National, Honorary, Values-Based, Professional, Co-Educational, Cinematic Arts
True or false: Jack H McClelland was the first chapter president of DKA
False
Who was the first faculty advisor?
Dr Boris V Morkovin
What are DKA's internal and external visual themes? What are their colors? Symbol and Mascot?
External: Classic Hollywood/Old Studios Systems
Internal: Medieval/Middle Ages Magic
Deep royal blue and old gold
Film Camera and Dragon
Recite the entire creed
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 and 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.
Fill in the blank: "I will be ____ to my ___,____,___ by keeping ____ and ______. In helping others follow their bliss, I shall ask for ___, I shall seek ___."
loyal, college, my chapter, and my fraternity, strong ties, retaining the spirit of youth, no reward, no glory.
Farmer's Tripod
I. Selflessness & Loyalty
II. Constant Learning & Adaptability
III. "Do-It-Yourself" Inventiveness & Problem Solving
When was DKA founded? Who resurrected DKA? When and where?
March 16, 1936
Grace Lee and Hillary Levi, 2009, USC
Please spell out the founding father's names
1. Allen K. Dallas
2. William Halpern
3. John W. Findlater
4. Donald Fischer
5. Jack H. McClelland
6. Terry Bissinger
7. Robert V. Rogers
8. Louis Tarleton
9. Robert Turner
10. Peter Kinnel
What are the mission and vision statements of DKA?
Mission Statement:
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.
Vision Statement:
The vision of Delta Kappa Alpha is to be recognized as the premier institute of upstanding entertainment industry leaders.
What are the jewels (in order)
Creative, Curious, Enthusiastic, Generous, Honest, Humble, Proactive, Reliable, Resourceful, Respectful
Public slogan and open motto
Cinematic Artists of Character
Truth in Illusion
What is the mission of DKA Foundation?
To ensure the development of philanthropic support necessary to sustain high levels of educational programming by fostering lifelong relationships and commitment to the Fraternity's ideals.
5 steps of recruitment
1: Meet Them
2: Make Them Your Friend
3: Introduce Them to Your Friends
4: Introduce Them to Your Fraternity
5: Ask Them to Join
National convention vs Conclave
National Convention
- Held every other year at sites determined by Nationals (this year was held in Miami)
- Elect national officers
- Hears reports on the states of DKA
- Approves changes and makes recommendations on policies
- Any member is welcome to attend, however, only 1 resident and 1 graduate member can be the 2 voting delegates of each chapter
Conclave
- Happens during the off-convention-year that takes place in LA
- Discuss chapter and individual member achievements, fraternity issues and to visit DKA's founding sites
- Reunites with chapters from all over
- Anyone can attend
Mission of FIPG and the 4 Ds
To promote sound risk management policies and practices and to be the leading resource of risk management education, programming and information to the broad based constituency involved in all aspects of Greek life.
Direct, distract, delegate, delay
What are the resident council exec positions? What is public relations in charge of?
President - leads whole chapter, coordinates with National Executive Offices, “improvement facilitator”
Vice President - in charge of membership (pledges, actives, alumni)
Secretary - keep record of all reports and documents for chapter, takes minutes
Treasurer - manages the budget, coordinates dues (with President)
Cinematic Affairs Chair - educates on cinematic tools, opportunities, professional development
Public Relations - promotes the external image of the chapter
Programming - organizes and schedules operations
Sergeant-At-Arms - in charge of standards board, maintains respect and professionalism
Chaplain - upholds traditions of DKA, keeper of the secrets
Hero's journey: Which section is "the magic flight" in? What is before and after?
3 sections, 17 steps
Section #1 (Departure or separation): The call to adventure, Refusal of the call, Supernatural aid, The crossing of the first threshold, The belly of the whale
Section #2 (Initiation): The road of trials, The meeting with the goddess, Woman as temptress or temptation from the true path, Atonement with the father, Apothesis, The ultimate boon
Section #3 (Return): Refusal of the return, The magic flight, Rescue from without
Coordinating Council vs National Council
Coordinating Council
- Coordinating council is composed of three representatives from both the Fraternity National Council and the Foundation Board of Trustees.
- Review reports from joint Fraternity/foundation committees and make recommendations to the respective boards.
- Serve as the standard planning committee for DKA.
National Council
- Made up of 6 graduate members who serve staggered six-year terms: National president, National VP, immediate past National President, the President of DKA foundation, additional representative from the foundation
- Directs the general affairs of the fraternity. It also has general control and supervision of the Fraternity between National conventions.
Graduate council vs Board of Governors vs House of Corporation
Graduate Council:
- All members of the chapter who graduated (or left w/ good standing)
- Nurture the aims + ideals of the Fraternity beyond college/provide support to Resident Council
- Establishes Board of Governors/House Corporation
Board of Governors:
- At least 3 Graduate Council volunteers + 2 Resident Council Officers who supervise all chapter finances and scholarship
- Responsible to National Council Supervisory body (Meets once a month)
House of Corporation:
- Legal entity incorporated to purchase, hold and maintain a chapter house
- Governed by a board of trustees or directors elected by the Graduate Council
What are the parliamentary procedures? What are the 5 principles?
“The code which controls procedures in deliberate assemblies, and assists an assembly in carrying out its purposes, OR, the code of ethics of working together in group meetings."
1. All members have equal rights, privileges, and obligations
2. Only one subject may be discussed at a time.
3. Every proposition presented is entitled to full and free discussion.
4. The rights of the minority must be protected.
5. The will of the majority must rule.
National Convention vs Conclave
National Convention
- Held every other year at sites determined by Nationals (this year was held in Miami)
- Elect national officers
- Hears reports on the states of DKA
- Approves changes and makes recommendations on policies
- Any member is welcome to attend, however, only 1 resident and 1 graduate member can be the 2 voting delegates of each chapter
Conclave
- Happens during the off-convention-year that takes place in LA
- Discuss chapter and individual member achievements, fraternity issues and to visit DKA's founding sites
- Reunites with chapters from all over
- Anyone can attend
Difference between cinemansion and cinemanor
Cinemansion: Alpha Chapter House
Cinemanor: Any DKA house