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President
May we begin by first congratulating you on being elected president of your chapter. Being the chapter president is the highest honor and responsibility you can achieve as an undergraduate Delt, so be proud of your accomplishment! As president, your primary duties involve overseeing all aspects of the chapter (good and bad) and making sure all areas of operation run smoothly. Try not to feel overwhelmed by all the responsibilities you have accepted. Many presidents have come and gone before you and, they all felt panicky about taking the plunge into the executive role. The intention of this chapter is to help ease your anxiety and give you guidance.
As president, your main objective involves keeping the chapter focused and committed to the Fraternity mission. While the Constitution and Bylaws contain concrete evidence of the Fraternity's mission and values, you are the physical force that upholds these goals and maintains high morale among chapter members. Although this responsibility may seem simple, it will be one of your most demanding tasks. It's not easy to keep all of your chapter members focused at all times. From time to time, you will find that some members may begin to stray. It's your job to pull them back in and remind them of the oath they have pledged. You, therefore, are not only a leader, but an advisor. You must motivate, educate, console, and insist. You must be friendly but firm as you guide each member toward the goals.
Now that you have an idea of what to expect, let's examine what you will gain personally as president. During your time in office, you will acquire several skills that can be beneficial when searching for a job after school. As president, you will be responsible for leading meetings, being an ambassador, setting goals, and organizing operations. These experiences will impress any employer with whom you are interviewing. More importantly, they will serve you well once you land the job.
Besides having a valuable educational experience, serving as president is one more way of proving your commitment to Delta Tau Delta — your commitment to perform and accept challenges that will help you grow and excel.
Resources
Chapter Guide: Review these documents to help your chapter run more smoothly.
Consultant Info: Be sure to review the Consultant Packet before your next visit.