As a fraternity/sorority professional, the impact of the work you do is much broader than you may realize. It’s a chance to instill and nurture the values we believe in and the principles we stand for in the young people who will lead our country, businesses, and communities one day.
The First 90 Days program helps new fraternity/sorority professionals acclimate to one of the most unique roles in higher education. Through a series of interactive virtual sessions, participants build their networks, understand their positions, and learn how to put their expertise into practice.
The program has been designed based on a needs assessment of fraternity/sorority professionals and stakeholders at every level of expertise. The result is a developmental experience that provides clear expectations about what it means to be a fraternity/sorority professional and helps participants transition into the role more effectively.
During the program, participants interact with a variety of colleagues to build a network of expertise that they can draw upon throughout their career. They integrate professional philosophy into daily practice, and they work with their supervisor to clarify what is expected of a fraternity/sorority professional. The experience also helps participants identify their continued professional development needs and aspirations beyond the program.
Whether you’ve just started, or are several months into your new job, the First 90 Days Program is designed for those who are eager to improve themselves so that they may better serve those they lead. The program is best suited for new fraternity/sorority professionals in their first year of practice, but can also be beneficial for any professionals who are new to the fraternity/sorority profession.
Facilitators
Facilitators for the Fall 2025 First 90 Days cohort will be announced in spring 2025.
Supervisor Information
Supervisors, there is a small time commitment on your end with the First 90 Days program. We will provide you with reflection questions to utilize with your staff member completing the First 90 Days program during your one-on-one meetings. The hope is these discussions will provide a well-rounded experience where participants are learning from our program facilitators but also integrating the learning into their work with you and your community. The time commitment is approximately 2-3 hours a month.
“Thank you for keeping me in the loop of the bi-weekly sessions and discussions. My staff and I discuss this at their 1:1 and our weekly staff meetings. Their continued growth inspires me. I believe their participation in First 90 Days was an excellent investment not only for them, but our office, the university, and the greater fraternity & sorority life community.” – Fall 2020 Cohort Member Supervisor
Program Dates
First 90 Days sessions will take place weekly starting Monday, August 25 through Monday, November 17.
Sessions will be hosted online (via Zoom) from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. ET.
Registration
Registration for the First 90 Days Fall 2025 cohort will open in spring 2025! Members and non-members will be able to register for the program via FSCentral.
Registration Cost (2024)
- AFA Members: $200
- Non-Members: $250
Registration Deadline
TBA
Questions?
Please contact AFA’s main email, info@afa1976.org, with any questions.
