During the fall 2017 elections, it was reported that the most important domestic issue on the minds of voters was healthcare. If you haven’t read it, the winter issue of The Circle was devoted to matters of health including the work of our circles in raising money for health-related charitable causes, members of our organization…
The Society Board of Directors and Foundation Board of Trustees held their winter meetings in Richmond last month on the campus of the University of Richmond. The leadership of the Epsilon Circle, including O∆K Past National President Dr. Steve Bisese and his colleague Julia Kelly, were wonderful hosts. Also, we had the pleasure of having…
For the past few years, every time my daughter and I visit a restaurant, the host/ hostess provides my daughter with a special set of crayons and a pamphlet with games and activities. While waiting for our food, my daughter will write, draw, scribble, color, and play a variety of games with the special…
Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society, recognizes and encourages superior leadership and exemplary character. Members are expected to adhere to the highest standards of scholarship, service, integrity, character, and fellowship. The hatred, bigotry, racism, and violence witnessed in Charlottesville and other communities is antithetical to our values. The O∆K Idea affirms and promotes…
Since the elections last fall, it has been difficult not to think about some of the challenges facing our country. One that particularly concerns me is the seeming loss of individuals from differing perspectives and backgrounds being able to collaborate on matters of mutual interest. Facilitating the collaborative efforts of leaders from different aspects of…
Omicron Delta Kappa held its first national convention in 1920 in Baltimore. By 1920, O∆K had four circles located on the campuses of Washington and Lee, Johns Hopkins, Pittsburgh, and Davidson. While our modern conventions cover three days, the first only lasted one. As is still our practice, the first convention included the election of…
Every year, the Omicron Delta Kappa Foundation awards scholarships to more than 20 collegiate members to continue their educations through graduate and professional study. Scholarship awards range from $1,000 to $2,500. These recipients demonstrate exceptional academic performance and leadership abilities. General scholarships are awarded each year for graduate or professional school expenses. Collegiate members and alumni…
