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9:30AM-10:15AM—Registration & Breakfast (Alumni Lounges)

10:30AM-11:30AM—Kickoff Address:
Risky Business!
An Analysis of College Men’s Behavior & Strategies to Make Better Choices
Cory Rosenkranz, M.S.
Alumni Lounges, Robert Scott Student Center

Cory has had years of experience with Greek Life. She is currently the Coordinator for Substance Abuse/
Violence Awareness at Ramapo College of New Jersey. She has also served as the Faculty Advisor for the
Inter Greek Senate, the governing body for Greek Organizations. Later, she served as Faculty Advisor
to Tau Delta Phi Fraternity’s Delta Iota Chapter. Cory is going to be speaking on Risky Behaviors that
College Men choose to engage in, explore why men choose to engage in risky behavior, and discuss how
college men can learn to make better choices.

12PM-1:00PM—Session 1
Developmental Programming: What is it & How Can I Get Some?
Thea Schoenberg, M.Ed.
A 100
Thea is the Assistant Director of Greek Life and Wellness at the New Jersey Institute of Technology .
Through this program, participants will be able to gain a greater understanding on what is meant
by developmental programming and why it has made a successful mark on many other national
organizations. She will pull out transferrable information and share insight into other programs that are
currently in practice.

Creating a Successful Public Relations Program That Moves Beyond “No Comment”
Connie Armhold, B.A.
A 101
Connie has served as the National Director of Public Relations for Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority,
Inc. She is also the beloved spouse of PGC Shaun Armhold, and Senior Graphic Designer at Western
Asset Management. Connie will be discussing how to build a positive public relations program around
the constructive things that your chapter does, as well as how to engage in branding of the Tau Delta Phi
experience. She will also discuss how to handle public relations in the chapter when things don’t go so
well, specifically how to handle the media and social media.

Putting Your Fraternity Experience to Work: Building Your Resume & Putting Your Best Foot Forward
Frater Shaun Armhold, PGC, B.S.
Alumni Lounges
Besides being our Past Grand Consul, Shaun is also the Vice President of EZ Worldwide Express. He
will be sharing his executive experience to discuss how to demonstrate to potential employers what
you learned in your fraternity by putting it to work in your Resume. Shaun will also discuss interview
techniques that will demonstrate the leadership potential you have within yourself, and how to make
sure you make the best first impression you can when competing for a position in the toughest job
market of this century.

Tau Delt, Inc.: Creating Successful Chapter Finances & Understanding the National Financial Structure
Frater Adam Drewry, PGQ, CK, B.S., CPA
A102
Why are we always out of money? How come we can’t create a budget and stick to it? What is the Tau
Delta Phi Management Company? How does Non-Profit Accounting Work? These questions and more
will be answered by the Fraternity’s financial wizard, PGQ Adam Drewry. Learn how to operate your
chapter finances properly while staying in the black and avoiding cooking the books.

Who the Heck is Robert Anyway? Running an Effective Meeting using Roberts Rules
Frater Shawn M. Dowiak, PGC, CK, M.A., M.A.E.
A103
Are you afraid to admit that you don’t know how to use Robert’s Rules? Don’t even know who Robert
is? PGC Shawn Dowiak will discuss strategies to creating a successful meeting, to implementing Roberts
Rules and to actually make your meeting two things it’s never been before: short and interesting!

1:15PM-2:15PM—Session 2
Risk Management: Understanding the New National Policy and How to Implement It into Your
Chapter Programming.
Frater Shawn M. Dowiak, PGC, CK, M.A., M.A.E.
A103
What does the new National Risk Management Policy mean for my chapter? This program will facilitate
a discussion on the new National Policy, how to implement it into your chapter programming, and how
to have fun while doing so.

“I Prefer Not To:” How to Light a Fire Under the Members in Your Chapter Who Aren’t Meeting
Fraternity Standards
Frater Joseph Rios, MOB, M.A., Ed.D. Candidate
A100
One of the hardest challenges that a chapter faces is what do with members who are displaying Apathy
and how to “light a fire” to motivate the membership to succeed. In this session, Frater Rios will
discuss what tips and strategies you can implement in order to make even the most apathetic member
productive.

Personal Finances 101
Frater Adam Drewry, PGQ, CK, B.S., CPA
A102
Have a hard time balancing your checkbook? Not really sure what a credit score is or how it effects you?
Don’t understand how to properly use credit? Having trouble with your FAFSA? Want to know how you
could be saving for your future, even now? This is the program for you! Financial Wizard Adam Drewry
will give you the ins and outs of personal financing and teach you strategies to protect your future.

Community Service You Can Count On: Building a Service Learning Program for your Chapter
Humberto “Humby” Baquerizo, M.B.A.
A101
Humberto is the Assistant Director of the Campus Center overseeing Events and Conferences at the New
Jersey Institute of Technology. His presentation will focus on Building a Service Learning Program for
your chapter that will take your service programming to the next level by providing realistic strategies
for success.

2:30PM-3:30PM- Lunch (Alumni Lounges)

3:45PM-4:45PM-Session 3
Conflict and Confrontation
Frater Pete Sasso, PGVC, M.S., M.A.C., Candidate Ph.D.
A101
Frater Sasso will be talking about Conflict and Confrontation…how to handle the dreaded “drama”
that comes up as being part of a Greek Organization, and what strategies leaders can use to deal with
uncooperative members when cliques are forming in the chapter.

Taking Your DiSC training to the Next Level
Frater Joseph Rios, MOB, M.A., Candidate Ed.D.
A100
The DiSC personality inventory is an effective method for providing insight into the characteristics of
yourself and others. Assistant Director of Membership Education Joseph Rios will recap the basics of
the DiSC, and then provide instructions on best practices for leading, following, and working with each
personality type…this training will build upon the first training you have had in the DiSC by teaching you
more strategies and a deeper self-understanding of your DiSC personality type.

Fraternity Recruitment: A Case Study of the Successful Implementation of Dynamic Recruitment at
the Tau Epsilon Chapter
Frater Michael Plagianakos, GM, M.S.Ed. & Frater Tyler Roussos, C, TE, Candidate B.S.
A102
Are you finding that you are relying on outdated or ineffective methods of recruitment? Tau Epsilon
chapter consul Tyler Roussos will discuss how his chapter has effectively implemented dynamic
recruitment and doubled their membership in a year. Grand Magister Mike Plagianakos will compliment
this case study by discussing general strategies for recruiting dedicated men.

What Does it Mean to be a Professional? Tips on Communication and Behavior in a Professional
Environment
Frater Shawn M. Dowiak, PGC, CK, M.A., M.A.E.
A103
Professionalism is a term that is always thrown around once you graduate. But, what does it really
mean? How do you act like a professional, and more importantly: communicate and behave like one!
This program will discuss the key factors in professionalism and how to implement them into your daily
life so that others will recognize your leadership and your positive qualities. As the saying goes, “A little
polish goes a long way.”

5PM-6PM-Session 4
Does this Tie Look Right? How to Build a Professional Appearance and Professional Image
Frater Michael Plagianakos, GM, M.S.Ed.
A102
How you dress, act in professional settings, and represent yourself online will affect you throughout
your career. Grand Magister Mike Plagianakos will cover do’s and don’ts on professional dress, social
media use, and workplace demeanor. You only get one chance to make a first impression on future
employers, and the information provided in this session will give you the tools to make your first
impression a great one.

Hazing: The History, Psychology, and Law of Greek Brutality
Frater Shawn M. Dowiak, PGC, CK, M.A., M.A.E.
A103
This isn’t your typical program on hazing. In this program, you will learn where hazing comes from, how
it found its way into fraternities, what psychological dynamics are taking place when hazing occurs, what
the law (both statute and case law) have come to say about hazing, and you will be invited into a lively
debate as to why society says hazing has no value. Bring your honest opinions…but more importantly
bring your open minds.

Campus Programming: How to Make Your Programming Effective and Sexy
Frater Joseph Rios, MOB, M.A., Candidate, Ed.D.
A100
Want to create campus programming that draws college students to your event? Want to grow beyond
the normal, boring campus programs that are out there? Want to run events that win friends and
influence people? Then Joseph Rios will share his big bag of ideas and strategies that will make your
chapter’s programming STAND UP and BE NOTICED.

Drink, Drank, Drunk: How to Practice SAFE Social Hosting and Understand the Signs of Alcohol Danger
Frater Pete Sasso, PGVC, M.S., M.A.C., Candidate Ph.D.
A101
College students often find themselves in social situations involving alcohol. There are numerous risks
to hosts and partygoers alike. PGVC Pete Sasso will provide attendees with information on responsible
drinking, hosting, and identifying the dangers associated with alcohol.