Grand Council FAQs

How do I sign in to www.phideltachi.org?

Every member of Phi Delta Chi has an account set up. Click sign in at the top of the page. If you don’t know your password, click on forgot password?

 

Do you offer a payment plan for registration fees?

Yes! At checkout, select Issue Invoice. Then send an email to office@phideltachi.org requesting a payment plan. Your invoice must be paid in full before registration closes.

 

Can our chapter get one invoice for multiple registrations?

Yes. Each attendee should submit their own registration. An invoice will be generated after clicking checkout. Either pay these individual invoices or contact office@phideltachi.org to have them combined into one master invoice.

 

Another person will be paying for my registration fee. How do we handle this?

Submit your own registration. An invoice will be generated after clicking checkout. Forward this invoice to the person completing payment.

 

How can I get time off school or work to attend this meeting?

We understand that this can be a challenge, so the Executive Council prepared form letters in which you can customize to fit your situation and target audience. View the meeting justification support letters.

 

What is included in the Alumni Weekend registration fee?

Alumni Weekend registration covers everything on Friday and Saturday. This includes meals, business sessions, the alumni reception, the awards banquet, and all Friday/Saturday Continuing Education sessions.

 

Do alumni have to pay dues before registering?

Alumni Brothers are required to be current in their National Alumni Dues in order to attend Grand Council. Sign in with the directions above. Look for the Membership Status box on your home page. Options to pay your National Alumni Dues or Lifetime Alumni Dues can be found there. Contact Us with any questions.

 

Do Collegiate Delegates receive free registration?

No. We are not offering free delegate registration this year.

 

How can we raise money for travel expenses?

Don't wait until the last minute to start your fundraising. Read through our Grand Council Fundraising Ideas.

 

What are the Chapter Interviews during Regional Caucuses?

The Regional Chapter Interviews give Brothers the opportunity to meet, face to face, with their respective regional teams. This is meant to serve as an opportunity for the regional teams to provide advice on any issues the chapter may be having and discuss recent achievements of the chapter. Collegiate chapters should prepare for the interview by reviewing their monthly ChEQ submissions, reviewing any Thurston item submissions, and completing a self-assessment. Alumni chapters should prepare for the interview by reviewing their Alumni Foundation Program report. Both collegiate and alumni chapters should come with questions for their regional officers on how to advance their chapter.

 

What are Reference Committees?

Grand Council is Phi Delta Chi’s National Business Meeting. Each chapter has a voice in the direction of the Fraternity. At Grand Council, topics affecting the Fraternity’s Operations are divided into Committees for discussion and are voted on during the business sessions. The Committees are:

  • Organizational Affairs - Refers to business which affects the government, constitution, and bylaws of the Fraternity
  • Collegiate Affairs - Refers to business which affects the establishment and operation of collegiate chapters of the Fraternity
  • Alumni Affairs - Refers to business which affects our alumni and the establishment and operation alumni chapters of the Fraternity
  • Nominations Committee - Reviews applications for Grand Office, interviews applicants, makes recommendations for election. Chaired by Grand Past President and membership will be secret.

View the topics that each committee will be discussing.

 

Am I required to serve on a Reference Committee?

No.

 

What are the Collegiate Workshops?

Collegiates will participate in each of the following:

  • Recruitment Workshop
    • Spend some time with your fellow Brothers focusing on recruiting for your Chapter before the upcoming school year. This workshop is designed for all Chapters to participate in and will allow for time to share ideas between schools. We look forward to helping your Chapter prepare for their recruitment season!
  • Maximizing Member Engagement: A Guide to GreekTrack 101
    • Spend time with your Brothers and National office to leverage the full potential of GreekTrack 101, a powerful management platform tailored for Phi Delta Chi. This workshop will help offer step-by-step instructions, tips, and best practices for utilizing GreekTrack 101 to streamline administrative tasks, enhance communication, organize events, manage finances, and foster a stronger sense of community within the Phi Delta Chi Collegiate Chapters and National Executive Office.

 

What is different this year?

  • We are starting a day later. Registration and ice cream social will be held on Wednesday.
  • The reference committees will meet via Zoom to begin their work BEFORE we gather in Charleston. Collegiate and Organizational Affairs will come to Grand Council ready to present their recommendations at the Opening Business Session on Thursday morning.
  • Delegate orientation has moved to Thursday morning.
  • We will begin conducting business at the Opening Business Session on Thursday morning.
  • We hope to conclude all business at Friday morning's business session.
  • The Memorial Service, Officer Installation, and the formal closing of Grand Council will take place Saturday morning.

 

What is the role of the Delegate and Alternate Delegate?

Each chapter is given up to 2 votes to cast in proceedings and elections at Grand Council - one for collegiate representation and one for alumni representation. Alternate Delegates step in at any time the Delegate is unable to perform their duties. Delegates are expected to attend:

  • Delegate Orientation on Thursday. Provides training on proper procedures of the Business Sessions, Robert’s Rules of Order basics, how to vote, and what to expect during the sessions. All Brothers who register as the Delegate are expected to attend.
  • Opening Business Session on Thursday.
  • Regional Caucuses on Thursday and Friday.
  • Interim Business Session on Friday.
  • Memorial Service and Final Business Session on Saturday.

 

Application for Office

Interested in running for Regional Correspondent? Submit your application by August 1. Application for office

 

Can I get a name badge for our chapter's mascot?

Chapter mascots love attending our national meetings! Register your mascot and they will receive their own name badge and lanyard. The cost is $25 and all proceeds go to our Ritual and Regalia Fund. You can add this option when registering for Grand Council.

 

What does my chapter need to bring?

  • Chapter Report: Collegiate chapters are required to submit a written report to be included in the regional caucus minutes. It should be professionally written and answer questions from the Collegiate Chapter Self Evaluation Questions document. Please email the report by 7/26/2024 to your current Regional Director for Collegiate Affairs (RDCA) and gvpca@phideltachi.org.  If you have questions about what to include in your report, please email your RDCA for clarification.
  • Chapter Constitution and Bylaws: Digital or physical copy.
  • Ritual Aprons: One for each Brother attending.
  • Brother Pin: Everyone should bring their pin.
  • Mascot: If applicable.

 

What is the recommended attire?

For all times and events not listed below, please feel free to dress casually as you would on any vacation—the important thing is to enjoy yourself and to portray a positive image of Phi Delta Chi, your chapter, and yourself. The temperature in the convention center will fluctuate throughout the day, so bring layers!

  • Opening Business Session - business casual
  • Interim Business Session - business casual
  • Memorial Service and Final Business Session - business casual
  • Chapter Swap Meet - Phi Delta Chi attire/casual
  • Collegiate Workshops - Phi Delta Chi attire/casual
  • Group Photo - business casual
  • Alumni CE - business casual
  • Dinner and Banquet - semiformal

 

What can my kids do during Grand Council?

For those bringing children, we will have a Family Room in the convention center that will be open during the three business sessions. The Family Room will be staffed by Jordyn Walkup, a third grade teacher in the Myrtle Beach school district. Please indicate on the registration form if you would like to use this room. Jordyn will plan games and activities for the children to occupy their time while you are doing the business of the Fraternity.

 

What dining options are available for my kids?

Child registration will provide lunch on Thursday - Saturday as well as dinner at the awards banquet. Please enter their meal preferences on the registration form and we will confirm their menu with you before the event.

 

How do I cancel my registration?

Please contact office@phideltachi.org if you need to cancel or make any changes to your registration. Full refunds will be given for cancellations made before July 14. Refunds will not be given after 7/14/2024. Tickets can also be transferred to someone else.

 

Contact office@phideltachi.org with any other questions.