Benefits of Membership
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP IN O∆K
As
a member of Omicron Delta Kappa you can take advantage of many national,
regional and local opportunities offered by the Society. Such opportunities
include, but are not limited to, leadership conferences, recognition awards, Circle
grants, individual scholarships and networking opportunities. Being a member of
OΔK
is more than just another activity listed on your resume or vitae, but a
commitment to leadership throughout your campus and community.
Activities and
Programs
The National Leadership Summit and
Convention,
held once every two years, provides the opportunity for growth and
learning at the National level, while also offering strategic leadership
workshops and networking sessions. Drive-In Meetings, held in the
alternate years, offer similar growth and learning opportunities through the
collaboration of institutions within a specific geographic region. Activities
on the local level are at the discretion of each Circle but often include
sponsoring leadership forums and workshops, hosting campus and community-wide
lectures and participation in philanthropic, service projects.
Recognition
Membership in OΔK conveys recognition of the very top
men and women at an institution who have attained a high standard of efficiency
in collegiate activities and scholarship. Outstanding alumni, faculty and staff
may also be honored as OΔK members, in
addition to local, regional and national leaders that may be selected for
Honoris Causa membership to an OΔK
Circle.
Numerous national leadership and service awards are given each year to student and faculty/staff members, as well as Circle recognition honors. Many Circles will offer their own local awards such as a “Sophomore of the Year” or a “Faculty Member of the Year” award. Several National Awards are given annually and during National Convention years' to recognize members of the Society that have been gracious to O∆K at the national and local level.
Maurice
A. Clay Leadership Development Initiative
Circles have the
opportunity to receive a grant of up to $500 to establish a
specific program or event to enhance leadership development within its
respective campus and/or community. The Omicron Delta Kappa Foundation awards 12 grants each academic year to deserving Circles. Applications are due November 1st
of each academic year.
Scholarships
Each year the OΔK Foundation awards twenty scholarships to qualifying student members who intend to continue his or her
education at the graduate level. Applications are due March 1st of each academic year. The General Russell E. Dougherty, National Leader of the Year
Award also
includes a $4,000 scholarship for graduate studies, as well as four $1,000
scholarships granted to the other four finalist. In order to apply a student must be nominated by their local Circle and complete the application by March 15th of each academic year.
Networking
Through membership in
Omicron Delta Kappa, students, alumni and faculty/staff members gain potential
friendships with almost 300,000 men and women whose peers recognize them as both
scholars and leaders. Members can connect on our Facebook Page (Omicron
Delta Kappa), Twitter Profile (@ODK1914), and LinkedIn group (Omicron
Delta Kappa).
The
OΔK Idea
In addition to
recognizing five major phases of campus life (scholarship; athletics;
campus/community service, social, religious activities, & campus
government; journalism, speech & the mass media; creative and performing
arts), a key feature of OΔK is the active
participation of faculty and staff members. This platform allows a unique
membership that brings together members of the faculty and staff of the institution, as well as other O∆K members, on a basis of mutual interest, understanding, and helpfulness.
Value and Service
The lifetime
membership fee includes a membership certificate and pin, as well as a
lifetime digital subscription to official magazine of O∆K, The Circle. Continued service to one’s institution
and to the National Society can be achieved by serving on the National Board of Directors, Foundation Board of Trustees, the National Advisory Council (NAC) or on a National Committee. These are all great ways to stay connected and give back to the Society after graduation.
