兄弟会和姐妹会顾问
什么是顾问?
顾问 are an extremely important asset to a chapter’s success. 顾问 provide guidance and support to the chapter and chapter officers in several areas of operation. It is important that advisors foster the development of the chapter as a whole as well as individual officers and members. 的 advisor provides continuity to the organization as the membership and officers change. An advisor should be familiar with the policies and regulations of the chapter, 国际/国家组织, 亚洲博彩平台, 以及相关的州和联邦法律.
顾问的类型
- Chapter/校友/Graduate Advisor: This advisor is usually selected by the chapter or 国际/国家组织 and is typically affiliated with the Greek organization.
- 教师/工作人员 Advisor: 的 advisor serves as the liaison between the University and organization. This person does not have to be a member of a Greek organization to serve in this role. 的 person selected by the chapter to serve as a 教师/工作人员 advisor must be a full-time employee of the University and cannot be associated with any of these departments or areas in any way: 安全, 第九条, 教务长, 希腊的生活.
Responsibilities of a Chapter/校友/Graduate Advisor
- 为本章提供指导和建议
- Attend chapter/executive meetings when needed or as expected
- 向分会官员提供意见
- Meet regularly with the chapter president and other officers to discuss important chapter issues
- 积极与分会成员沟通, 亚洲博彩平台员工, 区域/省办事处, 并根据需要提供国际/国内总部
- Read and understand the Five Star Chapter Program to support the chapter’s adherence to their Action Plan, 以及他们最终的认证状态
- Be knowledgeable about procedures and policies associated with the 国际/国家组织 * Role may be defined by 国际/国家组织 and may require more than the responsibilities listed above.
Responsibilities of a 教师/工作人员 Advisor
- 为本章提供指导和建议
- Serve as an on-campus connector to relevant resources and services
Tips for Chapter/校友/Graduate Chapter 顾问
- Obtain a copy of the chapter and 国际/国家组织’s Risk Management and Anti-Hazing Policies
- Determine which mode of communication works best when interacting with chapter members (email, 电话, 面对面的会议, 等.)
- Use the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life as a resource
- Review the chapter’s Five Star Chapter Program submissions to support their efforts toward accreditation and improvement
- Assist the chapter in regularly setting realistic goals and reviewing progress
- Respond to all questions and request for help in a timely manner
- Create a trusting relationship with chapter officers by building rapport
- Challenge the chapter to grow and develop and then support them in their endeavors
- Know what the chapter expects from you as an advisor and make clear what you expect from them as chapter members
- Ask to receive all meeting agendas and minutes
- Encourage chapter members to participate in leadership development opportunities provided by the 国际/国家组织
- Provide chapters with support when it comes to recruitment/intake
- Ask questions to determine the culture of the campus and Greek community
给教职员工顾问的建议
- Access University resources and connect chapter members to these resources
- Determine which mode of communication works best when interacting with chapter members (email, 电话, 面对面的会议, 等.)
- Create a trusting relationship with chapter officers by building rapport
- Serve as a positive role model to chapter members
- Let the group know you’re there to help and assess their needs
- Respond to all questions and request for help in a timely manner
- Initiate communication with the chapter/alumni/graduate advisor, regional/province officer and/or inter/national headquarters to provide your contact and background information and solicit accurate names for local and regional contact people
建议参考资料
的 Association of Fraternity/Sorority 顾问 (AFA) is the national association dedicated to providing exception resources, 经历, and support to fraternity and sorority advisors.
的 Council for Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) provides standards and guidelines for professionals working within higher education. As a supporter and advisor of fraternity and sorority students, you may find interest in knowing and understanding these standards and utilizing them to inform your advising work. To access the CAS standards for Fraternity and Sorority Advising 项目, 你必须访问AFA网站, 谁有权发布标准.