Press Resources
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2011 Hill Visit Packet
Press ReleaseThe 2011 Hill Visit Packet.
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Student Legislative Training
Press ReleaseAgenda for student lobbying training for the 2011 Hill Visits.
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Job Posting: Manager, Coalition Assessment Project
Press ReleaseEric Freeman has decided to leave his post as manager of the coalition assessment project to seek other professional opportunities. "It will certainly be very difficult to replace his talents, attention to details, and authenticity. He will continue in the role until April 30, 2011. Eric has developed a succession process that will ensure a smooth transition to a new professional. He has also said that he's willing to train the new person and share some of the tactics and ideas that have been successful for him," shared NIC President & CEO Pete Smithhisler.
The Fraternity & Sorority Coalition partners, including the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors, the North-American Interfraternity Conference, the National Panhellenic Conference, the National Pan-Hellenic Council, and the National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations, invite candidates to submit an application for the position of Manager of the Coalition Assessment Project. The manager's role concentrates on providing leadership for the on-site assessment of the environment in which fraternities and sororities operate on campuses in North America, providing a written report and recommendations to campus-based professionals to use in further developing student life by enhancing fraternity/sorority life.
A review of candidates will begin on May 2, 2011. Please see the linked PDF job description for more information about the job opening.
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Fraternity Rights Update from UniLOA
Press ReleaseMany of you may have seen news stories, commentaries, a report, or the book itself regarding college student learning, issued by the Social Science Research Council a few days ago. The SSRC has reported that students aren’t improving their knowledge as a result of their collegiate experience, especially in the first two years. Media outlets have fueled a sense that colleges and universities aren’t doing very well in promoting academic growth. Here is an excerpt with video from CNN: http://amfix.blogs.cnn.com/2011/01/19/students-show-no-significant-gains-after-first-two-years-of-college-according-to-study/
The NIC promptly reached out to the researchers involved with the UniLOA for further insight and clarification. Mark Frederick shared that “Because the area of student growth, learning, and development is of importance to all of us, the Center for Learning Outcomes Assessment (us) has prepared the attached statement.” We believe that the findings from the UniLOA about fraternity men developing faster and at higher levels than their non-fraternity counterparts outside of the classroom is as important as ever.
We encourage you all to continue to share the Case for Fraternity Rights (www.nicindy.org/fraternityrights) with your respective organizations. The NIC is working with the UniLOA researchers to get their story in the news. The NIC is working with Media outlets to promote this position.
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Tau Phi Sigma Joins NIC
Press ReleaseTau Phi Sigma Multicultural Fraternity Inc. Joins NIC
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North-American Interfraternity Conference Selects Graduate Assistants and Undergraduate Interns
Press ReleaseThe North-American Interfraternity Conference is pleased to announce the students selected for Graduate Assistants and Undergraduate Interns for the Spring/Summer of 2011.
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Professors Mark Frederick and William Barratt honored with 2010 NIC Laurel Wreath Award
Press ReleaseIndiana State University Professors Mark Frederick and William Barratt were honored with the 2010 NIC Laurel Wreath Award for their work in leading the University Learning Outcomes Assessment (UniLOA) research. Click here to read the Terre Haute Tribune Star coverage of their work.
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Three Elected to NIC Board of Directors
Press ReleasePatrick Allen, Gary W. Anderson and Eugene D. “Buddy” Coté have been elected to the Board of Directors of the North-American Interfraternity Conference, the international trade association representing 73 national and international men’s fraternities.
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Build America honored with NIC Laurel Wreath Award
Press ReleasePi Kappa Phi's Build America was honored with the 2010 NIC Laurel Wreath Award for its outstanding service to children with disabilities through its coordinated efforts at summer camps around the country. Click here to read about the award, presented in April at the NIC Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C.
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Five Receive Annual Laurel Wreath Award
Press ReleaseFive fraternal organizations were honored with the 2010 North-American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) Laurel Wreath Award for their role in supporting the University Learning Outcomes Assessment (UniLOA) research that resulted in industry altering data on the role fraternities play in the overall college experience.
