Tier Three: Required Items

To qualify for Chapter of Excellence, chapters must achieve Chapter of Recognition and complete all required items for Chapter of Excellence, as well as 6 out of 11 optional items for Chapter of Excellence.

Pledging/Initiation

Pledging Ceremony Ritual Memorized

Description of Submission:
Many chapters choose to memorize the Pledging Ceremony Ritual. Memorization of the Ritual not only makes a favorable and lasting impression, but also serves to instill a greater appreciation of the true significance of the objectives and purposes of the Fraternity.

Note:
Must be verified by National Officer (Provincial Vice President, Regional Vice President, and District Director) or Chapter Advisor in attendance at the ceremony. If none of these officers are available for verification, please contact the Central Office.

How to Submit:
Online Verification Request Form

Due Date:
Fall and Spring‐ within 14 days after Pledging Ceremony, suggested; June 15, final

Responsibility:
VP‐Chapter Operations, VP‐Pledge Education

Initiation Ritual Memorized

Description of Submission:
The Initiation Ritual is to be memorized whenever conducted. Memorization of the Ritual not only makes a favorable and lasting impression, but also serves to instill a greater appreciation of the true significance of the objectives and purposes of the Fraternity.
Note: Must be verified by National Officer (Provincial Vice President, Regional Vice President, and District Director) or Chapter Advisor in attendance at the ceremony. If none of these officers are available for verification, please contact the Central Office.

How to Submit:
Online Verification Request Form

Due Date:
Within 14 days after Initiation (suggested)
June 15 (final)

Responsibility:
VP‐Chapter Operations, VP‐ Pledge Education

Financial

No 60‐Day Debt

Description of Submission:
Recognition is given to chapters that manage their financial obligations to the National Fraternity in a timely fashion. In order to receive recognition for this category, chapters must pay the National Fraternity for dues, membership fees, and other debts owed at least 60 days after the expense was incurred. Paying obligations based on Accredited Chapter due dates should allow chapters to receive recognition for this category.

How to Submit:
“Online Request Verification from the Central Office” Form

Due Date:
June 15

Responsibility:
Vice President-Chapter Operations
Vice President-Finance

Professional/Service

Risk Management Event

Description of Submission:
It is the responsibility of each and every member of Delta Sigma Pi to help reduce the risk exposure to the Fraternity by taking actions designed to help reduce the risk of acting in a negligent manner. Risk Management events that address subjects such as Alcohol & Drugs, Hazing and Discrimination & Harassment help educate all members on the importance of managing risk and the obligations we all have. Delta Sigma Pi’s Risk Management and Conduct Policy can be found in the National Policies and Procedures Manual.

How to Submit:
Online Professional Event Submission

Due Date:
Within 30 days of event (suggested)
June 15 (final)

Responsibility:
Vice President-Chapter Operations
Vice President-Professional Activities

National Involvement / Fraternity Support

Leadership Foundation Presentation

Description of Submission:
“The Delta Sigma Pi Leadership Foundation exists to generate and provide financial support for Delta Sigma Pi Fraternity’s educational and charitable programs, which assist members to achieve individual and professional excellence within the business community.” Regular Leadership Foundation presentations help to educate members on the opportunities made possible through the Leadership Foundation and helps further the mission of the Foundation. The Leadership Foundation Presentation can be found online at www.dspnet.org and then by clicking on Leadership Foundation and then Foundation Publications.

How to Submit:
Online Professional Event Submission Form

Due Date:
Within 30 days of event (suggested)
June 15 (final)

Responsibility:
Vice President-Chapter Operations
Vice President-Alumni Relations

Alumni/Faculty

New Alumni Orientation

Description of Submission:
Delta Sigma Pi is a lifelong commitment so it is important for members to know the different ways to stay involved after graduation. One way to do this is by presenting a New Alumni Orientation to graduating seniors and or recent graduates. The New Alumni Orientation goes over the variety of ways to stay involved after graduation such as joining an alumni chapter, starting an alumni chapter, donating money to the Leadership Foundation, staying connected online, being a volunteer leader (such as a District Director), and so much more. There is an Alumni Presentation for Collegiate Chapters available on the collegiate resource page of www.dspnet.org.

How to Submit:
Online Special Event Submission Form

Due Date:
Within 30 days of event (suggested)
June 15 (final)

Responsibility:
Vice President-Chapter Operations
Vice President-Alumni Relations

Awards

Apply for Chapter Awards

Description of Submission:
Chapters should apply for chapter awards to receive recognition for their achievements. Winning regional, provincial, and national awards not only gives the chapter recognition within Delta Sigma Pi, but can also get the chapter recognition on campus. Recognition can be good for recruiting new members and can also be a good way for university faculty to recognize the accomplishments of the chapter. The chapter must complete at least 2 chapter award applications (not including the Collegian of the Year award) to receive credit for this item.

How to Submit:
“Online Request Verification from Central Office” Form

Due Date:
June 1

Responsibility:
Vice President-Chapter Operations
Vice President-Scholarship and Awards