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Purdue University Chapter Callouts February 23 rd and 24 th 6-7 pm, LWSN B134

Purdue University Chapter Callouts February 23 rd and 24 th 6-7 pm, LWSN B134

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Page 1: Purdue University Chapter Callouts February 23 rd and 24 th 6-7 pm, LWSN B134

Purdue University Chapter

Callouts February 23rd and 24th

6-7 pm, LWSN B134

Page 2: Purdue University Chapter Callouts February 23 rd and 24 th 6-7 pm, LWSN B134

• Membership in a premier organization known nationwide

• Looks great on resumes and law school/grad school applications

• Leadership opportunities- elections will be held each semester

• Access to the journal Sociological Inquiry• Option to compete in paper competitions for cash

prizes and publication in Sociological Inquiry• Group volunteer opportunities• Speakers

Why Join Alpha Kappa Delta?

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• You can attend and play a large role in coordinating fun events to meet fellow sociology students – because how are you going to get to know each other in these lecture halls?

• Opportunity to apply for financial assistance to go to conferences and symposiums with other undergrads and graduate students

• We’re looking to organize speakers and events that YOU want to participate in, members have a big say in what happens

• Fun (and delicious) end-of-the year banquet, in addition to food at other events

• Seminars on the GRE, LSAT, and other grad school-related concerns

OK, REALLY Why Join AKD?

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• 3.0 cumulative GPA• Majoring in Sociology or Law and Society• Junior or Senior standing (Freshman and Sophomores can

attend meetings and participate in most events, don’t have to pay)

• 12 hours of volunteer service – will have (fun) group volunteering opportunities as schedules permit

• $40 membership fee (1 time fee) – this is the required AKD rate, but we do our best to have it come back to you in pizza and events

Requirements to Join AKD

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Possible Speakers!

Confirmed: March 10th, 6pm Kaplan will be speaking about the GRE and grad school Admissions (AR101)

Other possible speakers:

Pat Jones

Miami Correctional Staff

Judge Johnson

IU law admissions

Jan Cortner

If there is anyone specific you would like to hear speak or just a topic in general you are interested in, let us know and we will try to make it happen!

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What else do we have planned?

• AKD social event – get to know each other and have fun!

• AKD banquet in mid April. • Volunteering/fund raising• Possible trip to tour Miami Correctional

Prison

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• In order to vote in elections or hold office, you must attend at least two AKD meetings a semester.

• If you attend three AKD meetings throughout the semester, you will receive part of your individual dues back or have your banquet cost waived.

ATTENDENCE…Making it worth your while!

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• AKD is getting a fresh start this year and we really want to make it about you and where your guys’ interests fall. Don’t be afraid to speak up. Let us know what your interested in and we’ll try to make it happen

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Freshman and Sophomores

• Freshman and Sophomores are welcome to join as “prospective members”, attend most events, build relationships with fellow AKD members, and learn more about careers and ideas in the field of Sociology.

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• Email Addresses:– Advisor: Kenny Tunberg ([email protected]) – Treasurer: Mary Brinati ([email protected])– Advisor: Oesten Nelson ([email protected])

• Website:– Alpha Kappa Delta International:

http://www.alpha-kappa-delta.org– Purdue chapter page: www.purdue.edu/akd (includes news that

you don’t have to log in to read, and a link to the secure GetInvolved page)

• Callouts (with Pizza!):– Tuesday, Feb 23rd at 6 pm in LWSN B134– Wednesday, Feb 24th at 6 pm in LWSN B134

• Meetings every other Wednesday (starting March 10th) at 6pm in Armory Room 101.

More Information/Questions

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Purdue Sociology PrideSupport AKD and Sociology Graduate Organization (SGO)!

• T-Shirt = $10• Long Sleeve = $15• Hoodie = $25• XXL = +$4, XXXL= +$6• Mug = $5• Send cash or check (made

out to SGO) to Candy in the main Sociology office by 5pm March 5th

• T-Shirts will be delivered by March 14th for p/u @ Sociology main office