About Alpha Kappa
Psi Fraternity
"We
were to form an organization
which might find a great field of work in being of
mutual assistance to each other in future business
life."
- Howard M. Jefferson, November 23, 1904.
Alpha Kappa Psi is
America's first professional business fraternity.
Founded October 5, 1904 at New York University,
AKPsi now has more than 230 college and alumni
chapters.
The objects of
Alpha Kappa Psi are:
(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; and
(4)
To promote and advance in institutions of college
rank, courses leading in degrees in business
administration.
Organization
The organization of AKPsi is democratic in form.
Government is by a National Chapter composed of
representatives from college and alumni chapters
assembled in periodic National Chapter meetings. The
National Chapter elects the National President and
National Vice Presidents, and enacts legislation.
During the interim period between National Chapter
meetings, the affairs of the Fraternity are
administered by a Board of Directors, National
Management Team, Chief Executive Officer, and
National Office staff.
Friendship
Members form meaningful friendships with a multitude
of people, from fellow students to faculty to local
business leaders. The importance of social skills is
emphasized with a variety of activities. As a
result, a great deal of personal growth and
satisfaction is achieved, which carries well into
the business world.
Teamwork
Every member has an equal voice in the management of
both the local chapter and the national
organization. National conferences provide platforms
for idea exchange, adoption of new legislation, and
determination of future policies of the Fraternity.
Overall communication within the organization is
guided by chapter advisors, regional directors and
national officers.
Experience
The main focus of Alpha Kappa Psi is to provide
leadership development, personal and professional
training, and the fundamental ingredient higher
education misses... experience. By developing a
program of presentations, educational programs,
community service, and a hands-on application of
their formal education, our students use the
business skills they are taught in the classroom to
acquire life skills such as the art of compromise,
consensus building, project management, team
building and networking.
Dedication
Alpha Kappa Psi encourages each member to improve
his or her campus and community. Combine that with a
whole fraternity chapter performing a community or
business school service project, raising money for
charity, or organizing a philanthropic event and you
get a level of service unmatched by other college
organizations. Thousands of hours and thousands of
dollars are contributed to worthy charities by AKPsi
chapters each year. Now that is making a difference!
Professional Development
When one joins Alpha Kappa Psi, he or she joins an
elite group of professionals who are committed to
keeping their skills sharp and their careers on
track. We accomplish this through national and local
professional programs. Our national programs include
the Success Institutes, the Academy, and the College
of Leadership. Our members gain many skills on the
local level as they operate their chapters as
"corporations." Alpha Kappa Psi members are the best
and brightest business students who use these skills
as stepping stones into the "real world."
Alpha Kappa
Psi at a Glance
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AKPsi was founded
at New York University in 1904. Today, it is
among the twenty largest national college
fraternities with more than 200,000 members.
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The men and women
of Alpha Kappa Psi reflect the worlds diversity
and are united by a common interest in business
and other related fields.
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Membership in
other campus organizations (including social
Greek organizations) is encouraged.
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Alpha Kappa Psi
chapters are located on more than three-fourths
of the nations top 50 business schools (U.S.
News and World Report).
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Members have the
incredible opportunity to put their business
education into action through management of
Alpha Kappa Psi chapters.
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Through strong
relationships with the business community, Alpha
Kappa Psi is a powerful addition to any résumé.
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National
publications, alumni chapters, and a national
web site give members the opportunity to
communicate and network with brothers all over
the world.
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Alpha Kappa Psi
members can take advantage of many leadership
development opportunities through the national
Success Institutes, the Academy, and the College
of Leadership.
Taken from the
Alpha Kappa Psi national website.
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