Greetings!
Congratulations to members who are completing a degree or program of study this month, and best wishes for continued success! The National Headquarters staff wishes everyone a happy and enjoyable spring. As summer rapidly approaches, please take a little time to stop and smell the roses. When you have a minute, visit our website and update your information with us. We are always interested in keeping in touch with our members and appreciate hearing about your successes.
All the best,
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National Advisory Council
Nominations due July 29, 2012
In 2010, the National Convention voted to establish a National Advisory Council (NAC) of Omicron Delta Kappa. The NAC is a group of dedicated members of the Society who represent key constituencies and who advise the Board of Directors on matters related to the Society's well-being. The National Advisory Council is composed of no fewer than nine and no more than fifteen members.
If you are interested in serving on the National Advisory Council for the 2012 - 2014 biennium, please e-mail a resume and letter of interest to O∆K Associate Executive Director Ken Taylor by Friday, July 29, 2012.
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Roark & Hogle Awards
The Cheryl M. Hogle Distinguished Service Award may be awarded to a member of the Society who shall, in the estimation of the Circles, have rendered some outstanding and conspicuous service to Omicron Delta Kappa in their lifetime.
To nominate an outstanding member of Omicron Delta Kappa for either award, please complete the online Nomination Form. The deadline for submission is May 15th each year.
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2012 National Leadership Summit & Convention
July 26-29, 2012 ~ Charlotte, North Carolina
You are invited to join us this summer at the 47th Biennial National Leadership Summit and Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina. The three day summit will be packed full of networking opportunities, leadership development, idea sharing and free time to explore all the Queen City has to offer! This opportunity is open to all O∆K members - both students and alumni.
Delegate Registration Fee : $100 General Attendee: $250 *A travel stipend of up to $300 will also be given to each delegate.
Registration is Open!
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Circle Showcase at Convention
Sign up today!
At the 2012 National Leadership Summit and Convention, 20 Circles will have the opportunity to participate in a Circle Showcase and highlight their Circles' great work. If your Circle has a program, service project, fundraiser, special award, or even just a fun group activity you'd like to share with the other participants, this is your chance! Tri-folds will be provided by OΔK, so participating Circles should bring information, photos, and materials from their programs that can be posted on the displays.
If you or your Circle is interested in being a part of the Circle Showcase for 2012, email Kelly Jezierski at kelly@odk.org.
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Graduation Photo Contest
Deadline: June 15, 2012
Graduating seniors are invited to submit photos from graduation displaying Society recognition items such as stoles and honor cords. O∆K will select the top photos for prizes with the first place winner receiving $100; second place $50; third place $25.
When submitting your picture, please be sure to include your name, Circle and a byline about the photo. |
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Have news to share?
We would love to feature you in the next edition of The Circle.
Did your Circle host an event on campus or a community service project this year? Send us pictures and information about your event.
Do you know an O∆K member who recently was honored on campus or outside of the Circle for something great they accomplished? Share it with us!
We are always looking for exciting news about our members to share in The Circle magazine.
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Member Benefits
Partnership with Nationwide Insurance
Omicron Delta Kappa is pleased to announce a new affinity program with Nationwide Insurance®. We are always looking for opportunities to bring benefit programs to OΔK members and are happy to provide you with this special offer!
Your membership with Omicron Delta Kappa may qualify you for special discounts on Nationwide® auto insurance.
For a free no obligation quote, Click, Call 1-888-889-4322, or
Contact your local agent today!
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Cords & Stoles
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Don't forget to place your order today!
Visit the ODK Store Online..
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Thank you, Donors!
Fiscal Year 2011-2012 | |
Your gifts help fund Scholarships, Clay Grants, programming at convention, special projects and as we look ahead to the Centennial in 2014, you will help O∆K celebrate 100 years with exciting new initiatives. The end of the fiscal year is June 30th. If you haven't yet done so, please send your annual gift by that date to be included in the fall Foundation donor listing and annual report!
Go Green!
If you would be willing to provide your email address, donation letters for the new fiscal year will be provided via email as a test project during the first quarter of the fiscal year. If you are interested, please update your information with your preferred email. You may still receive a paper letter if you prefer. Please check the appropriate box on your fall appeal letter. All donors will receive a mailed calendar year reporting for income tax purposes, in January, 2013. Thank you!
Double your dollars!
Ask if your employer will match your donation, and you will receive additional giving recognition while your employer will get a tax donation for the match.
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The Foundation congratulates all new
O∆K members! As you move from being a campus leader to being a community leader, keep in touch. We love to hear your news, see photos, and find out where everyone will settle after graduation.
Keep O∆K and the Foundation in your
address book!
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