I am thrilled to write this first of many blog posts O∆K National President. Our esteemed society owes so much to our volunteers who have provided leadership, support, and guidance to O∆K. I am honored to have been elected the 35th National President of O∆K at the 49th Convention in Grand Rapids, Mich., and I hope to…
My how time flies when you’re having fun! Since becoming National President, I’ve communicated through this blog . Through these messages, I’ve shared exciting new developments for O∆K – the appointment of a new Executive Director, a historic centennial celebration, and record growth in new members. I’ve also reported on fundraising for the O∆K Foundation, growth…
Glenn Hilburn, who served Omicron Delta Kappa as its National President, from 1978-84 and again from 1985-86, passed away earlier this week at the age of 86. During his tenure, the O∆K Foundation was established, our first executive director was selected, and membership continued to grow. Glenn was devoted to the Baylor University Circle,…
Update: April 5, 2016: Congratulations to Villanova University where the ODK circle was established in 1988!! Update: March 21, 2016: Well, our bracket is clearly BUSTED. Cincinnati and Pittsburgh went out early, very early! In the meantime, members of ODK should be cheering for Kansas, Maryland, Miami, or Virginia – the only four…
Two weeks ago, the Society’s Board of Directors held our winter meeting in Raleigh, N.C. at William Peace University. While there, we were able to speak with members of the circle, including long-time Faculty Advisor Dawn Dillon, about their efforts on behalf of O∆K. The strength of our Society continues to be grounded in the…
Over a century ago – actually, 101 years ago today – 15 students and faculty got together and came up with an idea – to establish an organization that brings together members of the campus community to honor and celebrate collegiate leadership across five phases of campus life. At least initially, that idea became a…
One of the most interesting books that I read in graduate school was The Quickening of America: Rebuilding Our Nation, Rebuilding Our Lives by Paul Martin Du Bois. It’s a wonderful guide that helps individuals and communities evaluate and understand how leadership and personal involvement does make a difference. Individual leadership and investment in our…
