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The period between Commencement and the start of the fall semester is one of the most critical—and often underutilized—planning windows for student affairs leaders. During this time, decisions
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The period between Commencement and the start of the fall semester is one of the most critical—and often underutilized—planning windows for student affairs leaders. During this time, decisions about staffing, structure, and alignment can determine whether teams enter the year prepared or playing catch-up. Yet many leaders rely on reactive hiring or inherited role design rather than intentional talent strategy. This session offers a practical framework to help leaders use the summer season to design stronger, more aligned teams for the year ahead.
About Partner in Focus Webinars
‘Partner in Focus’ webinars are designed to showcase original contributions by an AFA Educational Partner. This can include opportunities to share original research, frameworks, and services designed to elevate the work of sorority and fraternity professionals.
Presenter(s)
Christian Wiggins | Lumen Leadership Strategies, Principal
Joie LeRette | Texas Tech, Director, Fraternity & Sorority Life
Lauren Moran | Carnegie Mellon, Associate Dean for Student Affairs & Director of First-Year Orientation & Family Engagement
Jenny Loeffelman | Cornell University, Assistant Vice President for Student and Campus Life
Learning Outcomes
As a result of attending this program, attendees will…
- Apply a structured approach to evaluating and strengthening team stability during the summer planning window
- Design more intentional hiring and role development strategies aligned with institutional priorities
- Identify opportunities to improve team alignment, culture, and leadership capacity ahead of the academic year
Continuing Education
Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd) may obtain CE credits for attending this program. This program is eligible for Core or Fraternity Sorority Life specialty (FSL) credit [1 credit].Â
AFA has been approved by the Higher Education Consortium for Student Affairs Certification to provide CE credit for Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd). Programs that qualify for CE credit in this program will be clearly identified. AFA is solely responsible for all aspects of this program.
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Time
May 18, 2026 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm View in my time
Registration Deadline
May 17, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET
june
junEXCEL Summit Campus-Based ProfessionalsOffered in Partnership with RISE Partnerships
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There are more director-level leadership roles within fraternity/sorority life on campus than there have ever been, and the complexities involved
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There are more director-level leadership roles within fraternity/sorority life on campus than there have ever been, and the complexities involved in the job are only increasing. This calls for more advanced training on strategy, operations management, and departmental leadership for those taking on the position. RISE created The EXCEL Summit to meet that need with insights from dozens of external reviews and strategic planning projects, the best research and thinking on organizational leadership as it relates to fraternity/sorority life, and the extensive professional expertise of our team members.
The EXCEL Summit is open to current and aspiring fraternity/sorority department leaders. Department leaders are the ranking or primary fraternity/sorority professional at the institution, including those who are the only fraternity/sorority professional for their institution.
Aspiring department leaders may attend, provided they have relevant experience and support from their supervisors. The program involves working with budgets, objectives, programs and services, and staffing. Those who do not have access to data and/or context in these areas may find it difficult to learn and apply program content.
The EXCEL Summit is a month-long intensive online training experience that will help participants develop their executive leadership abilities and learn how to better organize a department. Working with peers in a community of practice, participants will learn a framework for analyzing their department, gain technical knowledge about each component of a department, develop their abilities to organize the team, and learn how to prioritize and align their work to improve results.
Click here to learn more about the EXCEL Summit.
Continuing Education
Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd) may obtain CE credits for attending this program. This program is eligible for a total of 12.5 CE credits across the Core or Fraternity Sorority Life specialty (FSL) credit categories.
AFA has been approved by the Higher Education Consortium for Student Affairs Certification to provide CE credit for Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd). Programs that qualify for CE credit in this program will be clearly identified. AFA is solely responsible for all aspects of this program.
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Panelists
Dan Wrona | CEO, Rise Partnerships
Chris Jefferson | Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life, University of Missouri
Kim Monteaux De Freitas, Ed.D. | Director of Sorority and Fraternity Life, The Ohio State University
Time
Month Long Event (june) View in my time
Registration Deadline
May 8, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET
Price
$675 AFA Members / Non-Members
Registration for this event is required. The cost to attend includes program attendance, guided work assignments between sessions, coaching sessions with faculty, all program materials, and supplemental resources before and after the program.
Note: Attendance is capped at 18 participants to provide a personalized atmosphere.
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In reviewing university retention and student wellbeing data related to FSL, SMU made the decision to shift the timing or recruitment/intake from deferred to early fall. Assessments before
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In reviewing university retention and student wellbeing data related to FSL, SMU made the decision to shift the timing or recruitment/intake from deferred to early fall. Assessments before and after the shift tracked student perceptions regarding the change. Presenters will discuss how university leadership made the decision to move the timing or recruitment, what behavioral shifts occurred in student culture, what the assessment data revealed about the impact to the larger campus, and what changes we are making in year 3.
As a result of attending this program, attendees will…
- Leave with a tangible understanding of how Greek recruitment timing impacts the student culture and fall semester experiences.
- Review assessment data evaluating student perceptions related to deferred versus fall recruitment/intake processes, with specific focus on Panhellenic recruitment experiences.
- Engage in dialog related to how university leadership can utilize data and student feedback to better understand the impact in the timing of recruitment/intake processes on the student experience.
Continuing Education
Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd) may obtain CE credits for attending this program. This program is eligible for Core or Fraternity Sorority Life specialty (FSL) credit [1 credit]. AFA has been approved by the Higher Education Consortium for Student Affairs Certification to provide CE credit for Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd). Programs that qualify for CE credit in this program will be clearly identified. AFA is solely responsible for all aspects of this program.
About Annual Meeting Reload
The Annual Meeting Reload which provides participants the opportunity to catch the most popular and best reviewed educational sessions from the most recent AFA Annual Meeting. Participants will be able to access 15+ live virtual sessions covering topics such as program development, prevention and intervention, organizational growth, equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and more. The Annual Meeting Reload is open to members and non-members of AFA. More information, including how to register, is available at https://afa1976.org/education/reload/.
The Annual Meeting Reload is made possible through a generous gift from the AFA Foundation.
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Panelists
Ashley Fitzpatrick, Southern Methodist University, Director for Fraternity & Sorority Life
Dr. Mindy Sutton, Southern Methodist University, Associate Vice President of Student Affairs & Dean of Students
Time
June 4, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm View in my time
Registration Deadline
June 3, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET
Price
All-Access Pass: $225 for AFA Members | $325 for Non-Members
Single Session Webinar Access: $25 for AFA Members | $50 for Non-Members
Registration for this event is required. For programs with a registration fee, costs help AFA fund the technology, labor, and presenter costs of its programs, and support AFA in crafting high-quality, self-sustaining professional development programming.
11junAll Day16julFoundations in Fraternity/Sorority Life Health Promotions Certificate Program
Event Details
This program is provided through a generous gift from MJ Sorority to the AFA Foundation. This course is designed to provide fraternity/sorority professionals with a
Event Details
This program is provided through a generous gift from MJ Sorority to the AFA Foundation.
This course is designed to provide fraternity/sorority professionals with a synthesized and foundational understanding of prevention scholarship as well as a framework for application in their sphere of influence. Each week introduces learners to a new concept of the framework through flipped-classroom style assignments and scenario-based exercises. Learners then have an extended opportunity to apply those concepts to their work with colleagues, subject matter experts, and facilitators during a live virtual session each week.
Course Format
The Health Promotions course will be hybrid with a mix of self-directed and group-based learning opportunities. The asynchronous portions will focus on knowledge acquisition through a combination of lecturettes, advanced reading and assignments, interactive learning strategies, and scenario-based exercises. These sessions will vary in length from approximately 60-90 minutes, with the option to do additional supplemental work beyond that time frame.
The synchronous sessions will last 90 minutes and are intended to be driven by conversation and meaning making. Learners will have the opportunity to check their understanding through facilitated discussion, apply the concepts presented in the lesson to their organizational context, and work through the steps of the framework with colleagues. While tied to the information in the lesson, these sessions intentionally avoid lecture and their success is reliant upon the learners’ willingness to engage with the provided content ahead of time.
Program Dates
The summer 2026 cohort will launch on Friday, June 5. Live, virtual sync sessions will take place weekly on Thursdays, from 12:30pm – 2 p.m. ET beginning on Thursday, June 11 and continuing through Thursday, July 16.
Participants should anticipate spending 2-3 hours per week on asynchronous work and roughly 90 minutes per week in live, synchronous meetings.
NOTE: Virtual synchronous sessions will be recorded for participants who are unable to participate live. Participants are expected to attend at least four live, virtual sync sessions to receive credit for participating in the program.
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Panelists
Dr. Will Frankenberger, Chief Learning Officer at Delta Zeta Sorority
Karlee Nuttelman, Director of Online Learning and Prevention Education at Delta Zeta Sorority
Time
June 11, 2026 - july 16, 2026 (All Day) View in my time
Registration Deadline
June 5, 2026 at 11:59PM ET
Price
Full Program Price: $400 for AFA Members | $500 Non-Members
Registration for this event is required. For programs with a registration fee, costs help AFA fund the technology, labor, and presenter costs of its programs, and support AFA in crafting high-quality, self-sustaining professional development programming.
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Have you ever heard your student leaders say they are at capacity? Or they need to draw a line for their work/life balance? Or their position is too
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Have you ever heard your student leaders say they are at capacity? Or they need to draw a line for their work/life balance? Or their position is too much? So have we! In this session we will define leadership fatigue and how it impacts current college students, create space to share personal experiences with this topic, and find tangible solutions to help guide advising and coaching conversations. Join us to discuss and problem-solve around this relevant stumbling block!
As a result of attending this program, attendees will…
- Identify and describe the characteristics of student leadership fatigue.
- Identify new strategies to use in 1:1 advising and/or coaching conversations with their students to reduce the feeling of leadership fatigue.
About Annual Meeting Reload
The Annual Meeting Reload which provides participants the opportunity to catch the most popular and best reviewed educational sessions from the most recent AFA Annual Meeting. Participants will be able to access 15+ live virtual sessions covering topics such as program development, prevention and intervention, organizational growth, equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and more. The Annual Meeting Reload is open to members and non-members of AFA. More information, including how to register, is available at https://afa1976.org/education/reload/.
The Annual Meeting Reload is made possible through a generous gift from the AFA Foundation.
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Panelists
Leigh Thiedeman, Director, Fraternity & Sorority Life at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Kate Reyome, Associate Director, Fraternity & Sorority Life at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Time
June 12, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm View in my time
Registration Deadline
June 11, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET
Price
All-Access Pass: $225 for AFA Members | $325 for Non-Members
Single Session Webinar Access: $25 for AFA Members | $50 for Non-Members
Registration for this event is required. For programs with a registration fee, costs help AFA fund the technology, labor, and presenter costs of its programs, and support AFA in crafting high-quality, self-sustaining professional development programming.
july
11junAll Day16julFoundations in Fraternity/Sorority Life Health Promotions Certificate Program
Event Details
This program is provided through a generous gift from MJ Sorority to the AFA Foundation. This course is designed to provide fraternity/sorority professionals with a
Event Details
This program is provided through a generous gift from MJ Sorority to the AFA Foundation.
This course is designed to provide fraternity/sorority professionals with a synthesized and foundational understanding of prevention scholarship as well as a framework for application in their sphere of influence. Each week introduces learners to a new concept of the framework through flipped-classroom style assignments and scenario-based exercises. Learners then have an extended opportunity to apply those concepts to their work with colleagues, subject matter experts, and facilitators during a live virtual session each week.
Course Format
The Health Promotions course will be hybrid with a mix of self-directed and group-based learning opportunities. The asynchronous portions will focus on knowledge acquisition through a combination of lecturettes, advanced reading and assignments, interactive learning strategies, and scenario-based exercises. These sessions will vary in length from approximately 60-90 minutes, with the option to do additional supplemental work beyond that time frame.
The synchronous sessions will last 90 minutes and are intended to be driven by conversation and meaning making. Learners will have the opportunity to check their understanding through facilitated discussion, apply the concepts presented in the lesson to their organizational context, and work through the steps of the framework with colleagues. While tied to the information in the lesson, these sessions intentionally avoid lecture and their success is reliant upon the learners’ willingness to engage with the provided content ahead of time.
Program Dates
The summer 2026 cohort will launch on Friday, June 5. Live, virtual sync sessions will take place weekly on Thursdays, from 12:30pm – 2 p.m. ET beginning on Thursday, June 11 and continuing through Thursday, July 16.
Participants should anticipate spending 2-3 hours per week on asynchronous work and roughly 90 minutes per week in live, synchronous meetings.
NOTE: Virtual synchronous sessions will be recorded for participants who are unable to participate live. Participants are expected to attend at least four live, virtual sync sessions to receive credit for participating in the program.
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Panelists
Dr. Will Frankenberger, Chief Learning Officer at Delta Zeta Sorority
Karlee Nuttelman, Director of Online Learning and Prevention Education at Delta Zeta Sorority
Time
June 11, 2026 - july 16, 2026 (All Day) View in my time
Registration Deadline
June 5, 2026 at 11:59PM ET
Price
Full Program Price: $400 for AFA Members | $500 Non-Members
Registration for this event is required. For programs with a registration fee, costs help AFA fund the technology, labor, and presenter costs of its programs, and support AFA in crafting high-quality, self-sustaining professional development programming.
julInterdisciplinary Institute for Hazing Prevention (IIHP)
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Celebrating its 20th year in existence, the institute offers an intensive, multi-day training experience that prepares up to 60 participants to use the principles of prevention to address
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Celebrating its 20th year in existence, the institute offers an intensive, multi-day training experience that prepares up to 60 participants to use the principles of prevention to address hazing in their community or organization. The program is interdisciplinary, welcoming participants from various roles across higher education, inter/national organizations, public safety, academia, and more. Participants include campus and organization professionals, and volunteers.
As a result of this program, participants will:Â
- Use a facilitator philosophy to guide our approach to hazing prevention.
- Cultivate support across an interdisciplinary network of stakeholders.
- Use data and research to identify the contributing factors to hazing.
- Critique and improve hazing prevention initiatives.
Registration opens March 1 and closes July 10 or once capacity is full; Synchronous sessions will meet July 21, 23, 28, and 30 from 12 to 4pm CDT each day.
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Time
Month Long Event (july) View in my time
Registration Deadline
July 10, 2026
Price
The registration fee is $395 and can be paid by credit card or check.
Scholarships are available through the Max Gruver Foundation.
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With a growing trend of institutions pursuing the implementation of Greek Program Fees for their communities, this presentation examines the introduction of such a fee at Oregon State
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With a growing trend of institutions pursuing the implementation of Greek Program Fees for their communities, this presentation examines the introduction of such a fee at Oregon State University in Spring 2025 and highlights key lessons learned throughout the process. The fee was established to address financial constraints caused by rising costs and to align Oregon State University with comparable peer institutions.
As a result of attending this program, attendees will…
- Be able to identify key stakeholders and areas of focus for implementing a Greek Program Fee
- Design an inclusive community engagement process that fosters member buy-in and ensures all stakeholders contribute meaningfully to the development and implementation of the Program fee
- Be able to examine the missteps in our implementation process
Continuing Education
Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd) may obtain CE credits for attending this program. This program is eligible for Core or Fraternity Sorority Life specialty (FSL) credit [1 credit]. AFA has been approved by the Higher Education Consortium for Student Affairs Certification to provide CE credit for Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd). Programs that qualify for CE credit in this program will be clearly identified. AFA is solely responsible for all aspects of this program.
About Annual Meeting Reload
The Annual Meeting Reload which provides participants the opportunity to catch the most popular and best reviewed educational sessions from the most recent AFA Annual Meeting. Participants will be able to access 15+ live virtual sessions covering topics such as program development, prevention and intervention, organizational growth, equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and more. The Annual Meeting Reload is open to members and non-members of AFA. More information, including how to register, is available at https://afa1976.org/education/reload/.
The Annual Meeting Reload is made possible through a generous gift from the AFA Foundation.
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Panelists
JP Peters, Director of the Center for Fraternity and Sorority Life, Oregon State University
Time
July 9, 2026 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm View in my time
Registration Deadline
July 8, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET
Price
All-Access Pass: $225 for AFA Members | $325 for Non-Members
Single Session Webinar Access: $25 for AFA Members | $50 for Non-Members
Registration for this event is required. For programs with a registration fee, costs help AFA fund the technology, labor, and presenter costs of its programs, and support AFA in crafting high-quality, self-sustaining professional development programming.
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Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) professionals juggle multiple responsibilities, often putting their own well-being on the back burner. This workshop explores practical strategies for achieving balance between professional
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Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) professionals juggle multiple responsibilities, often putting their own well-being on the back burner. This workshop explores practical strategies for achieving balance between professional duties, personal growth, and the demands of FSL leadership. Participants will learn how to set boundaries, manage stress, and cultivate a sustainable lifestyle that prioritizes both success and self-care.
As a result of attending this program, attendees will…
- Identify current habits and mindsets that contribute to imbalance in their professional and personal lives.
- Explore practical tools and strategies for setting boundaries, managing stress, and sustaining personal wellness within the demands of Fraternity and Sorority Life.
- Develop a personalized action plan to create harmony between career, FSL responsibilities, and personal well-being.
About Annual Meeting Reload
The Annual Meeting Reload which provides participants the opportunity to catch the most popular and best reviewed educational sessions from the most recent AFA Annual Meeting. Participants will be able to access 15+ live virtual sessions covering topics such as program development, prevention and intervention, organizational growth, equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and more. The Annual Meeting Reload is open to members and non-members of AFA. More information, including how to register, is available at https://afa1976.org/education/reload/.
The Annual Meeting Reload is made possible through a generous gift from the AFA Foundation.
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Panelists
Loreal Marshall, Associate Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life at the University of Illinois Chicago
Gabrielle Young, Coordinator, Sorority & Fraternity Life at Loyola University Chicago
Time
July 14, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm View in my time
Registration Deadline
July 13, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET
Price
All-Access Pass: $225 for AFA Members | $325 for Non-Members
Single Session Webinar Access: $25 for AFA Members | $50 for Non-Members
Registration for this event is required. For programs with a registration fee, costs help AFA fund the technology, labor, and presenter costs of its programs, and support AFA in crafting high-quality, self-sustaining professional development programming.
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Carnegie Mellon University Fraternity & Sorority Life program embodies shared leadership to empower chapter/council self-governance & stakeholder engagement. We will use CMU as a case study to explore
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Carnegie Mellon University Fraternity & Sorority Life program embodies shared leadership to empower chapter/council self-governance & stakeholder engagement. We will use CMU as a case study to explore how balancing relationships, restorative practices, & building consensus can foster change & innovation while honoring tradition & boosting engagement using the RASCI responsibility assignment matrix. Explore the utilization of RASCI gain strategies for implementation in your program.
As a result of attending this program, attendees will…
- Be able to evaluate structural and collaborative opportunities within Fraternity & Sorority Life through the RASCI matrix and appreciative inquiry that foster building consensus, community-wide engagement & problem-solving.
- Be able to apply the principles of shared leadership to their advising practice by balancing relational & positional influence, leveraging student leadership, & designing system structures & decision-making processes that reflect Gen Z leadership values.
- Learn to implement tools for building trust, accountability, & transparency within student leadership teams while prompting self-governance through restorative practices, collaborative conflict resolution methods, & techniques for supporting student-led leadership to avoid over-advising.
About Annual Meeting Reload
The Annual Meeting Reload which provides participants the opportunity to catch the most popular and best reviewed educational sessions from the most recent AFA Annual Meeting. Participants will be able to access 15+ live virtual sessions covering topics such as program development, prevention and intervention, organizational growth, equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and more. The Annual Meeting Reload is open to members and non-members of AFA. More information, including how to register, is available at https://afa1976.org/education/reload/.
The Annual Meeting Reload is made possible through a generous gift from the AFA Foundation.
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Panelists
Sarah Irvin, Coordinator for Fraternity and Sorority Life at Carnegie Mellon University
Sara Partin, Coordinator for Fraternity and Sorority Life at Carnegie Mellon University
Will Cangialosi, Director for Fraternity and Sorority Life at Carnegie Mellon University
Time
July 29, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm View in my time
Registration Deadline
July 28, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET
Price
All-Access Pass: $225 for AFA Members | $325 for Non-Members
Single Session Webinar Access: $25 for AFA Members | $50 for Non-Members
Registration for this event is required. For programs with a registration fee, costs help AFA fund the technology, labor, and presenter costs of its programs, and support AFA in crafting high-quality, self-sustaining professional development programming.
august
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This interactive session explores the journey of rebuilding high-risk student organizations through the lens of university and headquarters professionals. Using Indiana University’s disciplinary status webpage as a launch
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This interactive session explores the journey of rebuilding high-risk student organizations through the lens of university and headquarters professionals. Using Indiana University’s disciplinary status webpage as a launch point, participants will examine the real implications of terms like cease and desist and disciplinary probation, and what those designations mean beyond policy violations. Together, as a team (students, headquarters, and university) we’ll reframe these moments not as endpoints, but as the beginning of a long-term culture shift toward sustainable, values-based change. Through candid storytelling and shared experience, this session will illuminate how rebuilding efforts rely not just on institutional oversight or compliance, but on a committed partnership between students, their national organizations, and the university.
As a result of attending this program, attendees will…
- Be able to apply Sanford’s Challenge and Support Theory using direct student-centered approach in high-risk organizational contexts
- Explore the impact of collaborative partnerships between students, headquarters, and universities in driving organizational change
- Design Action plans that integrate educational values through experiential learning methods
- Develop a resilient and optimistic mindset when engaging with high-risk organizations using strategic and strength-based tactics
Continuing Education
Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd) may obtain CE credits for attending this program. This program is eligible for Core or Fraternity Sorority Life specialty (FSL) credit [1 credit]. AFA has been approved by the Higher Education Consortium for Student Affairs Certification to provide CE credit for Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd). Programs that qualify for CE credit in this program will be clearly identified. AFA is solely responsible for all aspects of this program.
About Annual Meeting Reload
The Annual Meeting Reload which provides participants the opportunity to catch the most popular and best reviewed educational sessions from the most recent AFA Annual Meeting. Participants will be able to access 15+ live virtual sessions covering topics such as program development, prevention and intervention, organizational growth, equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and more. The Annual Meeting Reload is open to members and non-members of AFA. More information, including how to register, is available at https://afa1976.org/education/reload/.
The Annual Meeting Reload is made possible through a generous gift from the AFA Foundation.
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Panelists
Samantha Robinson, Indiana University, Senior Assistant Director of Standards and Accountability
Steadman Boston, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Senior Director of Risk Management
Time
August 12, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm View in my time
Registration Deadline
August 11, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET
Price
All-Access Pass: $225 for AFA Members | $325 for Non-Members
Single Session Webinar Access: $25 for AFA Members | $50 for Non-Members
Registration for this event is required. For programs with a registration fee, costs help AFA fund the technology, labor, and presenter costs of its programs, and support AFA in crafting high-quality, self-sustaining professional development programming.
september
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As chapters increasingly rely on newer members for key leadership roles, many student leaders are stepping in before they’re fully prepared while older members check out. This session
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As chapters increasingly rely on newer members for key leadership roles, many student leaders are stepping in before they’re fully prepared while older members check out. This session explores this leadership disconnect using data, research, and student focus groups across four councils (IFC, MGC, NPHC, PHA). Attendees will gain insight into why underclassmen often feel underprepared and unequipped and why upperclassmen disengage, along with strategies for advisors to better support emerging leaders and reengage seasoned members.
As a result of attending this program, attendees will…
- Articulate key factors contributing to upper-class student disengagement and apply targeted strategies to re-engage them in chapter leadership and involvement.
- Identify and implement specific tactics to effectively support the leadership development of younger and emerging student leaders.
About Annual Meeting Reload
The Annual Meeting Reload which provides participants the opportunity to catch the most popular and best reviewed educational sessions from the most recent AFA Annual Meeting. Participants will be able to access 15+ live virtual sessions covering topics such as program development, prevention and intervention, organizational growth, equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and more. The Annual Meeting Reload is open to members and non-members of AFA. More information, including how to register, is available at https://afa1976.org/education/reload/.
The Annual Meeting Reload is made possible through a generous gift from the AFA Foundation.
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Panelists
Abby Ross, Associate Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life at Northwestern University
Time
September 30, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm View in my time
Registration Deadline
September 29, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET
Price
All-Access Pass: $225 for AFA Members | $325 for Non-Members
Single Session Webinar Access: $25 for AFA Members | $50 for Non-Members
Registration for this event is required. For programs with a registration fee, costs help AFA fund the technology, labor, and presenter costs of its programs, and support AFA in crafting high-quality, self-sustaining professional development programming.