Apply to Lobby on Behalf of the Greek Community in Washington, D.C.

The Fraternal Government Relations Coalition (FGRC), comprised of the National Panhellenic Conference, North-American Interfraternity Conference, and the Fraternity and Sorority Political Action Committee, is looking for outstanding campus and chapter leaders to serve as advocates for the fraternity and sorority community in Washington, D.C. This is a great opportunity for students who are interested in combining their fraternity or sorority experience with their passion for politics. Each year, FGRC sends student leaders to our nation's capital to advocate for legislation that is important to the success of fraternity and sorority organizations across the country. Student participation is a crucial part in gaining support from members of Congress who are eager to hear about students' current experiences on campus and in fraternity and sorority housing.

This unique opportunity allows participants to experience Washington, D.C. in a new way through direct interaction in the legislative process. Many past participants have also found this to be a great opportunity for networking, gaining a greater perspective on the political process and for some it has been the launch of a career in public service!

The FGRC Congressional visits will take place in Washington, D.C. on April 27 to April 30, 2015. If selected, students will be expected to participate in prep work leading up to training sessions and visits that will include securing letters of support from their university's president, vice president or chancellor, as well as passing a student government resolution in support of the FGRC's legislative agenda. It is also important that students are aware that they will miss at least 3-4 days of school that week and should be prepared to plan accordingly with professors during that time.

To apply, please submit an application via the following link by December 5, 2014:
https://nicindy.wufoo.com/forms/student-application-for-congressional-visits/

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Samantha Martin at Samantha.Martin@squirepb.com or by phone at 202-457-6314.

Selected participants will be responsible for the expenses associated with the cost of attending the program. To help offset the financial cost, Tau Kappa Epsilon will provide partial scholarships to a limited number of individuals who are in good standing with their chapter/colony and the International Headquarters.

For more information, please contact:

Daniel Klopfenstein
Communications Specialist
317.872.6533 Ext. 252
Dklopfenstein@tke.org