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. Officers may register members from their roster on a single invoice. Contact office@phideltachi.org with any invoicing questions.

 

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.

 

I’m graduating in May. Should I register as a student?
If you graduate before Grand Council, you should register as alumni. You’ll want to take advantage of the different registration options available only to alumni.

 

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. (This committee will meet over Zoom before Grand Council as well as in person during Grand Council.)

Please select your committee preferences on the registration form.

 

Am I required to serve on a Reference Committee?
No.

 

What is different this year?

  • Registration will begin at 6:00 PM on Wednesday during the ice cream social.
  • The National Office uses a separate email address for Grand Council correspondence. Please send all Grand Council related messages to grandcouncil@phideltachi.org.

 

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 an Application for Office - Regional Officer or Project Director by the end of the Opening Business Session on 7/30/2026.
 Applicants must attend the Regional Caucuses held on 7/30/2026 and 7/31/2026.

 

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 7/24/2026 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 hotel 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
  • Officer Training Courses - Phi Delta Chi attire/casual
  • Group Photo - business casual
  • Alumni CE - Phi Delta Chi attire/casual
  • Dinner and Banquet - semiformal

 

How do I cancel my registration?
Please contact grandcouncil@phideltachi.org if you need to cancel or make any changes to your registration. Full refunds will be given for cancellations made before July 19. Refunds will not be given after 7/19/2026. Tickets can also be transferred to someone else.

 

Contact grandcouncil@phideltachi.org with any other questions.