INSIDE FH #16
An insider's view into the latest happenings
in FarmHouse Fraternity
Volume 11, Issue 16
169. DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR INTERNATIONAL BOARD NOMINATIONS!
The previous deadline of May 1 for International Board nominations has been extended by one week to Thursday, May 8.
The International Fraternity is seeking candidates for four seats on the International Board of Directors up for election at Conclave 2008, this summer in Lubbock, Texas. The International Board of Directors is the governing body of the Fraternity overseeing the performance of the Fraternity’s executive director, help formulate the vision of the Fraternity and develop the organization’s strategic objectives and goals. Nominations and supporting materials should consist of an outline or resume of the nominee’s FarmHouse, professional and civic contributions, which qualify him to serve on the FarmHouse International Board.
Members of the International Board are expected to attend all meetings (one in the spring and fall and one prior to Conclave) and assist with International programs as requested or necessary including: chapter consultations, association/advisor visits, the FarmHouse Leadership Academy, Regional Leadership Conferences and Conclave. Alumni serving on the Board also provide supervision, oversight and support of the Fraternity’s fiduciary responsibilities as expected of persons serving on non-profit organization Board of Directors and support an International perspective keeping the Fraternity’s long-term programmatic, operational and financial interests in mind. Information about the International Board is available on-line.
Along with nomination and support materials, candidates also need to submit a high resolution, print-quality photo for publication use. Materials should be mailed to: FarmHouse International Fraternity, 7306 NW Tiffany Springs Parkway, Suite 210, Kansas City, MO 64153 or by may be e-mailed to Fraternity executive director, Chad Harris, at Chad@FarmHouse.org
Nominations now due by Thursday, May 8, 2008.
Questions regarding service on the International Board should be directed to International Board President, Bryce Freeman at freeman.bj@pg.com.
170. SANTA FE WELCOMES FOUNDATION TRUSTEES & THE POWER OF SEVEN
Yesterday Trustees arrived in Santa Fe and were hosted at the home of Matt (OK ’84) and Katie Calavan for dinner, fellowship and brotherhood. Today the FarmHouse Foundation Board of Trustees is meeting and this afternoon the seven undergraduates selected for the Power of Seven Seminar and the donors who helped make it possible will join the Trustees. Tomorrow alumni brothers of the Trustees will hold topical roundtables on their respective various areas of expertise for the Power of Seven Seminar.
Helping host the weekend events are Bob (CO ’64) and Linda Off, executive director emeritus of the FarmHouse Foundation, who now live in Santa Fe.
The undergraduates participating in the weekend are:
Coty Back (WKY ’05)
Blaze Currie (TAM ’05)
Matt Ebert (KS ’06)
Kyle Ensley (OK ’06)
Chad Hall (NE ’06)
Jonathon Mixon (TN ’07)
Levi Welbourne (IL ’06)
These men were selected for their involvement in FarmHouse, academic performance, outstanding achievements in and out of the classroom, volunteerism and essays related to the explanation of why you’d like to be a part of the Power of 7 Seminar. Congratulations to these men on this recognition of their achievements at the International level.
Special thanks to the Power of Seven donors who helped make the weekend possible: Robert Lewis (KS ’58), Jim Herbert (TN ’61) and Dick Kruse (KS ’63).
171. CALL FOR PEARLS & RUBIES SUBMISSIONS
Undergraduates, chapter advisors, alumni and friends of the Fraternity are asked to submit their news for the next issue of Pearls & Rubies by May 7. Please e-mail information and story highlights for consideration to Chad@FarmHouse.org.
172. REQUEST FOR SUMMER CONTACT INFORMATION
Chapter presidents are asked to submit any changes in contact information for the summer ahead. If your primary e-mail or phone number is changing, please inform the International Office by e-mailing FHHQ@FarmHouse.org.
173. CONCLAVE 2008: DEEP IN THE HEART OF TEXAS!
What do Buddy Holly, Bobby Knight, Pat Green and FarmHouse have in common? If you said, Lubbock, Texas – you’re right! This August 13-17 FarmHouse heads to West Texas for our 45th Biennial Conclave. This event is a blend of brotherhood and business, fun and fellowship, leadership and learning. Get the details about Conclave in the most recent issue of Pearls & Rubies in mailboxes now and visit www.FarmHouse.org for additional updates as the complete schedule is finalized.
Chapters and Associations were mailed a packet of information last week about their role and responsibilities associated with Conclave – including the selection of a voting delegate, contributions to the silent auction, travel arrangements and more.
The International Fraternity and Texas Tech chapter looking forward to you joining us as FarmHouse travels deep into Texas for Conclave 2008: Deep in the Heart of FarmHouse.
Download the registration brochure on-line at: http://www.farmhouse.org/pdf/conclave2008.pdf
174. CHANGE IN MAPP CLAIM REPORTING
As a member organization of FRMT, Ltd. (Fraternity Risk Management Trust), a benefit to undergraduate chapter members is the Member Accident Protection Program (MAPP). This supplemental insurance coverage helps provide financial reimbursement for medical expenses incurred from member accidents, not covered by their own medical/health insurance.
The administrator of this program has released new forms that are to be used, effective immediately, in applying for coverage. The form is available on-line. Additionally, a complete listing of insurance coverage resources is on the FarmHouse International web site for your review, reference and use as needed/applicable.
175. SPRING 2008 FRMT NEWSLETTER AVAILABLE
The spring issue of the FRMT Newsletter is now available for download at: www.frmtltd.org. This newsletter, developed and distributed by HRH/Kirklin & Co., highlights important issues on risk management relevant to chapters, offices, alumni advisors and chapter leadership.
176. INTERNATIONAL OFFICE SEEKING ELCS FOR 2008-09 YEAR
FarmHouse International Fraternity is currently seeking applicants for the position of Educational Leadership Consultant for the 2008-09 academic year. Seniors graduating in May 2008 or recent graduates are encouraged to consider this exciting and unique work opportunity for the International Fraternity.
The ELC travels extensively for the Fraternity working with chapters on an individual basis conducting consultant visits, conducting recruitment, risk management and total member education workshops, develops recruitment strategies for membership growth, supports the International educational programs and conferences including Conclave 2008 and the 2009 FarmHouse Leadership Academy and Regional Leadership Conferences. The proposed start date is June 2008.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume and list of three references to:
Chad Harris
Executive Director
FarmHouse International Fraternity, Inc.
7306 NW Tiffany Springs Parkway, Suite 210
Kansas City, MO 64153
Or by e-mail to:
Chad@FarmHouse.org
A complete job description and additional information is available on-line. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Chad Harris, executive director, FarmHouse Fraternity International.
177. STAFF TRAVELS
Seth Zilverberg, ELC for membership growth and expansion, completed a consultation visit to the Nebraska chapter and this weekend’s head to Colorado State for the chapter’s Founders’ Day and Builder of Men week for the spring 2008 class. He will return to the Kansas City headquarters on May 7.
Allison Rickels, Foundation executive director; Andrea Geist, Foundation coordinator of annual giving; and Chad Harris, Fraternity executive director, are in Santa Fe through Sunday for the Power of Seven Seminar and the Foundation’s Board of Trustees spring meeting.
Allison and Andrea will be off on Monday, April 28 and Chad will be out of the office next Friday, May 2.
168. FH CALENDAR – A new feature for Inside FH!
April 24-27 – FarmHouse Foundation Board of Trustees Meeting and Power of 7 Seminar, Santa Fe, NM
April 27 – Colorado State Founders’ Day, Ft. Collins, CO
May 3 – Illinois State Annual Hog Roast, Normal, IL
May 8 – FarmHouse International Board of Directors nominations due
June 1 – FarmHouse Foundation Scholarship applications due
August 13-17 – Conclave 2008: Deep in the Heart of FarmHouse, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
