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Call for Applications – National Vice President for Student Affairs

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Brothers:

At the 2021 Kappa Kappa Psi National Convention, no candidate received the simple majority vote needed to elect a National Vice President for Student Affairs for the 2021-2023 biennium. 

In accordance with the Kappa Kappa Psi National Constitution, if a vacancy occurs in the office of National Vice President for Student Affairs, the Board of Trustees, upon the recommendation of the National Council, shall appoint a National Vice President for Student Affairs. (Section 3.214)

The Kappa Kappa Psi National Council and Board of Trustees invite interested and qualified individuals to submit their name and qualifications for the position of National Vice President for Student Affairs for the 2021-2023 Biennium.  The qualifications and responsibilities of the National Vice President for Student Affairs are outlined in Section 3.208, Section 3.401, and Section 3.711 of the Kappa Kappa Psi National Constitution.

Interested individuals should meet the following qualifications:

  • Be at least twenty-three (23) years of age.
  • Completed at least two (2) years of college work.
  • Must be an Active Member, Associate Member, or Member of the Kappa Kappa Psi Alumni Association.
  • Possess outstanding business or professional ability.
  • Capable of representing the Fraternity under all ordinary conditions.
  • Willing and able to devote the necessary time to the execution of the duties imposed by the office.
  • Possess a thorough knowledge of developing and implementing student engagement programming.
  • Experienced in working with individuals and groups of diverse backgrounds.
  • Capable of mentoring and coaching students in the areas of leadership, event planning, and conflict resolution.

Interested individuals must submit the following information to the National Council (council@kkpsi.org) no later than 11:59 pm CST on August 23, 2021. 

  • Letter of intent for the office of National Vice President for Student Affairs, why it is being sought, what contributions you can make in that office, and information detailing how you meet the above qualifications.
  • Resume/Vita, which highlights professional, band, and fraternal experiences.
  • A minimum of three (no more than five) letters of recommendation, one of which should be from within the applicant’s profession.
  • A campaign statement, which provides a list of goals for the office and how you plan to achieve them.
  • Biographical profile for publication on the National Website.
  • One professional photograph, suitable for publication.

After a review of applications, the National Council will choose several individuals for a Zoom interview. Following the Zoom interview process, the National Council will recommend a candidate to the Board of Trustees, who review, approve, and appoint a National Vice President for Student Affairs.

Interested Brothers can submit materials electronically, in PDF format, no later than 11:59 pm CST on August 23, 2021, to: 

Email to: council@kkpsi.org

Email Subject Line:  National Vice President for Student Affairs Application

For more information, interested candidates can review the following:

  • Sample Candidate Packets:  Candidate packets will be posted on the elections website as examples.
  • VPSA Chat – VPSA Q&A Panel: Hosted on August 8th at 6:00 pm Central Time.  Registration Information for this session will be released in a few days.

Questions may be addressed to National President, Jessica Lee at jessicalee@kkpsi.org and to Board of Trustees Chair, Eric Morson at eric@kkpsi.org. We hope that you will consider applying for this unique opportunity to serve on the National Council!

AEA,

Jessica Lee

Kappa Kappa Psi National President 

Life Member, Eta Alpha – Lock Haven University

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2021-23 Governor Applications Closing Soon

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Brothers:

According to the National Constitution section 5.201, each District shall be under the jurisdiction of at least one (1) District Governor.  The District Governor(s) serve for two years and are appointed each biennium.  There will be openings in each district, either due to Governor retirements or additional Governors being added to the district.

The National Council would like to thank Dr. Craig Aarhus (SED Governor), Toni Castle (SWD Governor), Charlene Ronne (WD Governor), Erik Marrs (WD Governor), and Dr. Brad Townsend (NED Governor) for their years of service to their districts and to the fraternity at large.  We wish you all the very best!

If you are interested in this opportunity to serve, please review the qualifications listed below and submit materials for consideration.

INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS SHOULD MEET THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Be at least twenty-five (25) years of age
  • Commitment to the two (2) year Governor Term
  • Possess outstanding business or professional ability
  • Capable of representing the Fraternity under all ordinary circumstances
  • Willing and able to devote the necessary time to the execution of the duties imposed by the office
  • Attendance at District Events, District Convention, and both the 2021 and 2023 National Leadership Conferences and National Conventions
SPECIFIC GOVERNOR RESPONSIBILITIES CAN BE FOUND HERE: District Governor Job Description

Interested individuals should submit the following:

  • Fraternal and Professional Resumes
  • A photo and brief biography, suitable for publication
  • Letter of Intent, which addresses the following:
    • How will you approach the role of District Governor?
    • What 2 goals do you feel your district needs to address next biennium and what would be your plans to meet them?
    • The direction of next biennium is to reCHARGE our Brotherhood.  What do you believe this means for your district?
Please submit electronic materials NO LATER than May 14, 2021 at 11:59 pm CST to Jessica Lee, National Vice President of Colonization & Membership at jessicalee@kkpsi.org.  Questions regarding the position or qualifications may be directed to Jessica at jessicalee@kkpsi.org.

Please be on the lookout later in May for a 2021-2023 volunteer application for both students and alumni, to serve the fraternity in other capacities, including on committees, as colony advisors, or in other roles.

AEA,

Jessica Lee
National Vice President for Colonization & Membership
Life Member, Eta Alpha Chapter

2021-23 Governor Applications Now Open

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Brothers:

According to the National Constitution section 5.201, each District shall be under the jurisdiction of at least one (1) District Governor.  The District Governor(s) serve for two years and are appointed each biennium.  There will be openings in each district, either due to Governor retirements or additional Governors being added to the district.

The National Council would like to thank Dr. Craig Aarhus (SED Governor), Toni Castle (SWD Governor), Charlene Ronne (WD Governor), Erik Marrs (WD Governor), and Dr. Brad Townsend (NED Governor) for their years of service to their districts and to the fraternity at large.  We wish you all the very best!

If you are interested in this opportunity to serve, please review the qualifications listed below and submit materials for consideration.

INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS SHOULD MEET THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Be at least twenty-five (25) years of age
  • Commitment to the two (2) year Governor Term
  • Possess outstanding business or professional ability
  • Capable of representing the Fraternity under all ordinary circumstances
  • Willing and able to devote the necessary time to the execution of the duties imposed by the office
  • Attendance at District Events, District Convention, and both the 2021 and 2023 National Leadership Conferences and National Conventions

SPECIFIC GOVERNOR RESPONSIBILITIES CAN BE FOUND HERE:

District Governor Job Description

Interested individuals should submit the following:

  • Fraternal and Professional Resumes
  • A photo and brief biography, suitable for publication
  • Letter of Intent, which addresses the following:
    • How will you approach the role of District Governor?
    • What 2 goals do you feel your district needs to address next biennium and what would be your plans to meet them?
    • The direction of next biennium is to reCHARGE our Brotherhood.  What do you believe this means for your district?
Please submit electronic materials NO LATER than May 14, 2021 at 11:59 pm CST to Jessica Lee, National Vice President of Colonization & Membership at jessicalee@kkpsi.org.  Questions regarding the position or qualifications may be directed to Jessica at jessicalee@kkpsi.org.

Please be on the lookout later in May for a 2021-2023 volunteer application for both students and alumni, to serve the fraternity in other capacities, including on committees, as colony advisors, or in other roles.

AEA,

Jessica Lee
National Vice President for Colonization & Membership
Life Member, Eta Alpha Chapter

Now Accepting 2021-23 CFR Applications

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Brothers:

Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity is hiring two talented and dedicated Brothers for the position of Chapter Field Representative (CFR).  This position gives Brothers a meaningful opportunity to give back to our organization as an official representative of the Fraternity and a staff member of our National Headquarters.  Over a two-year period, our CFRs will visit dozens of chapters, travel thousands of miles across the country, and work with thousands of brothers and their college bands from coast to coast.  The CFR position is supervised by National Executive Director, Steve Nelson, and National Vice President for Colonization & Membership, Jessica Lee.

The position starts in early Summer 2021 (target date of May 28, 2021) and is held for two years. With our current CFRs, Justin Jenson and Nicole Brooks, staying for an additional year due to COVID 19,  we will be searching for candidates who are interested in a 2 year CFR position (2021-2023), with the option to stay on an additional year (2023-2024).  We would like to thank Justin and Nicole for their incredible service to Kappa Kappa Psi during this unprecedented time!

Applicants must be an Alumnus or Life Member of Kappa Kappa Psi in good standing on or before the first day of employment.  At that time, the applicant must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education.  Applicants must be able to obtain an Oklahoma driver’s license if hired.  Applicants must possess a good driving record and are subject to a check of their driving record, criminal background, and credit.  New-hire drug screening may also be required.

Applications are submitted via the online submission form only.  Paper applications will not be accepted.

Application Deadline: March 15, 2021 at 11:59 PM Central Time
Application Form:  https://www.kkpsi.org/cfr-2021-app/
Questions?: Email cfrsearch@kkytbsonline.com
Please consider serving the fraternity in this unique way!

AEA,

Jessica Lee
National Vice President for Colonization & Membership

Steve Nelson
National Executive Director

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Kappa Kappa Psi National Communications Team Application

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Brothers of Kappa Kappa Psi:

This is a reminder of the application deadline for the Kappa Kappa Psi National Communications Team.  Applications are due via the Jotform by Friday, December 1, 2017!  Please apply to be a part of this wonderful opportunity to promote and support Kappa Kappa Psi!

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At the 2017 National Convention, past Vice President for Student Affairs Zac Humphrey proposed the creation of a National Communications Team to facilitate the sustainability and growth of all communication tools at the disposal of the fraternity on a national level.  This team of Brothers would support the Vice President for Student Affairs (VPSA) officer on the National Council of Kappa Kappa Psi and National Publications Manager and Multimedia Designer (Publications Manager) staff member of National Headquarters of Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma.

Members of the National Communications Team would utilize all forms of communication the fraternity utilizes to reach brothers, whether they are active, alumni, honorary, or life. To this end, they would help fill out social media gaps with posts on a year-round basis, maintain and update the national fraternity’s google calendar with deadlines, as well as district and national event dates, generate content for the national website and The Podium, support the ongoing efforts relating to the fraternity’s podcast, Kappa Kappa Psi Presents, and any other responsibilities as required or deemed necessary by the National Council.   Members of the National Communications Team would be willing to commit 2-10 hours a week of active participation in creating materials as a volunteer on behalf of the fraternity.

Interested brothers that possess skill sets that would contribute positively towards the mission of this team should submit an application providing a clear picture of why they want to participate and what they have to offer, including any example work. Examples could be in the areas of social media, reporting, editing, podcasting, video and/or sound editing, layout and design, or other areas.  Formal experience is not required to apply!

Applicants will complete the application requirements and submit using the JotForm link: (https://tinyurl.com/kkpsicommteam). All requirements must be included in order to submit a completed application. Applications and materials should be submitted by Friday, December 1, 2017 via JotForm.

Applicant Requirements:

  • Must be an Active, Life, Alumni, or Honorary member of Kappa Kappa Psi in good standing
  • Experience in communications, public relations, broadcasting, media, pod casting, journalism, graphic design, or other related fields.
  • Letter of Intent which outlines what contributions you feel you can make to the team, as well as ideas for ways to increase or improve communication within the fraternity.
  • Resume/Vita
  • Two Letters of Recommendation
  • At least one example of multimedia work

Please submit completed applications via JotForm by Friday, December 1, 2017. If you have any questions, please contact National Vice President for Student Affairs, Jessica Lee at (jessicalee@kkpsi.org).

AEA,

Jessica Lee
National Vice President for Student Affairs

National Council Announces Fall 2017 Colony Application Deadline

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The National Council will begin accepting applications for Fall 2017 colonization starting May 15, 2017 and closing on June 30, 2017. This deadline window aligns with the summer meetings of the National Council. We welcome all interested schools and band programs to apply within the application window.

Applications sent before May 15th or after June 30th will not be accepted for review for a Fall 2017 process. Schools missing this deadline window will be encouraged to apply after November 15, 2017 for a Spring 2018 process.

Please visit https://www.kkpsi.org/membership/starting-a-chapter for more information on how to get started.

If you have any questions regarding Kappa Kappa Psi’s colonization program, please contact VPCM Evan Thompson at evan@kkpsi.org.

2015-2017 Kappa Kappa Psi District Governor Application

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Please know that there are multiple districts where Governors are returning, and even some districts that there are no current available positions. However, Jack plans to utilize individuals that submit material for a Governor position in future consideration for committees, task-forces, and special projects. This is more than an application for a Governor position; this is an opportunity to donate your time and energies to Kappa Kappa Psi.

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Brothers:

According to the National Constitution section 5.201, each District shall be under the jurisdiction of at least one (1) District Governor. The District Governor(s) serve for two years, and are appointed each biennium. If you are interested in this opportunity, please review the qualifications listed below and submit materials for consideration.

INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS SHOULD MEET THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Be at least twenty-five (25) years of age.
  • Completed at least four (4) years of college work.
  • Committed to the 2 year Governor term.
  • Possess outstanding business or professional ability.
  • Capable of representing the Fraternity under all ordinary conditions.
  • Willing and able to devote the necessary time to the execution of the duties imposed by the office.
  • Attendance at District Conventions, District Events, and National Convention.

Specific Governor responsibilities may be obtained by contacting the National Headquarters of Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity at (405) 372-2333.

INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION to Jack Lee, Vice President of Colonization and Membership, NO LATER THAN MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2015:

  • Letter of intent which outlines the answers to the following questions:
  • Resume/Vita – both professional and fraternal.
  • A photo and brief biography suitable for publication on the fraternity website (www.kkpsi.org)
    • What do you believe is the role of the Governor?
    • What 3 goals do you feel your district needs to address this biennium and what are your plans to meet them?
    • The direction for this biennium will be “Kappa Kappa Psi Matters.” What do you believe this means for your district?

SUBMIT MATERIALS (NO LATER THAN MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2015) electronically to Jack Lee, National Vice President of Colonization and Membership at lee.jack.d@gmail.com. Questions may also be addressed to Jack Lee at: (817) 729-5841 or lee.jack.d@gmail.com.

 

AEA,

Jack Lee

National Vice President for Colonization and Membership

Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity

 

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SHAREABLE PDF HERE: GovernorApplication2015-2017