Frequently Asked Questions
Why should our chapter implement The Road?
One of the values of Delta Tau Delta is lifelong learning and growth is vital. Delta Tau Delta strives to live that value by providing new and initiated members an opportunity to learn outside the classroom. Participation in The Road is not required, but encouraged, and chapters that organize Road programs are recognized through the FAAR.
My chapter is already over-programmed. How can we implement The Road without adding more to our calendar?
Many of the programs that you already organize are considered part of The Road. You may also find that your campus requires participation in certain programs that are considered part of The Road. Anything that focuses on one of the five elements – personal leadership, health and wellness, career development, financial stability, and life skills is a Road program.
How do I get buy-in from members who are not interested in participating in The Road?
It is important to strategize an approach that will work with your chapter. Some simple ways to build buy-in is to include members in the process of selecting the program topics, offer enjoyable programs (avoid lectures), and recognize members that attend. The Road doesn’t have to be a series of speakers. You can offer a calendar of programs that members pick and choose from based on their interest.
What is the difference between the four Road opportunities?
- Road Connections
Road Connections are a set of 22 consultant-facilitated modules. There are four elements for each of the five elements, Career Development, Personal Leadership, Financial Security, Health and Wellness and Life Skills. - Chapter Developed Program
Chapter Developed Programs are organized by chapter Road Chairmen for undergraduate members. The chapter programs relate to one of the five elements, but hopefully are incorporated with other aspects of chapter operations like recruitment, new member education, officer training or brotherhood building. Chapters are encouraged to take advantage of programs, resources or services that their campus offers to make the Road programs engaging and enjoyable. - Advanced Fraternity Leadership Experience
Advanced Fraternity Leadership Experiences encompasses several unique learning opportunities for undergraduate and alumni members of the Fraternity. These include academies, Division Conferences, Karnea, the Undergraduate Interfraternity Institute, and Futures Quest. - Electronic Learning Resources
E-learning Resources are a variety electronic mediums that provide learning opportunities. These include videos, on-line training modules, articles, and other web sites.
How can I get alumni to serve as facilitators for chapter programs?
Local alumni are great resources to serve as facilitators for programs. You can contact the Central Office to get a list of alumni in your area. If you have a chapter advisor, this person can also serve as a resource to identify potential alumni. Other individuals that can serve as facilitators are parents, faculty advisors, campus fraternity and sorority advisor, academic advisors, or members themselves.
What other kind of activities can we do that would be part of The Road?
Here is a list of activities to help get you started, but there are so many more activities you can do besides the ones listed. Some great examples have been cooking classes, golf lessons, fantasy investment leagues, or goal setting. The important part is that the topic is interesting, engaging, and applicable to your members.
I really enjoyed The Road Connection our consultant delivered on his last visit. Is it possible for me to facilitate this again without the consultant?
Currently our only delivery mechanism for a Road Connection is the chapter consultants.
How do you choose topics that will interest the rest of my chapter?
The best way to identify topics they want to learn about is to facilitate the Chapter Road Map program. This program gives them an opportunity to brainstorm topics and you can get a gauge of what the members want to learn about.
How many programs do we have to implement during the year?
Chapters are encouraged to organize five programs an academic year, one for each element.
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