June 5-7, 2025
Gateway Center, Atlanta

Volunteers are critical to fostering and sustaining Tau Kappa Epsilon’s Culture of Champions. These men and women are invaluable and cherished members of the TKE family who inspire excellence throughout our entire organization. Focused effort and strategic investment are required for our Fraternity to reach its full potential.

- Frater Donald E. Aldrich -

Frequently Asked Questions

The Alumni Volunteer Academy fuels growth and innovation for our beloved Fraternity.

When and where will be the program held?

We are returning to Atlanta again as it has proven to be an accessible location that is easily reached by car, train, or plane. We will be at the Gateway Center on Thursday, June 5th through Saturday, June 7th.

When are applications due?

Applications are due March 10. If selected, you will receive an email by March 21 with further information. Late applications will only be accepted if available spots still remain open.

How much does the program cost?

There is no program or registration cost for those volunteers who are selected for the program. The cost of the program, materials, primary meals, and lodging expenses are supported by the Fraternity and the Foundation. Participants will only need to cover their travel expenses and the cost of any optional social activities outside of the program.

Who is the program designed for?

The primary track is designed for those serving in a local level volunteer role such as Chapter Advisor or Board of Advisors members and for alumni seeking to get involved in such a volunteer role. This is a great opportunity for developing skills, learning more about systems/tools/resources, and gaining a greater appreciation for the interconnectedness of chapters, provinces, and the International Fraternity. The second track is intended for volunteers who work at the province or international level and will focus on culture, growth, and philanthropy.

How many individuals can attend?

There are 60 spots in the primary track for local volunteers and an additional 20 spaces in the alternative track for others.

What is the Gateway Center and where is it?

The Gateway Center is the first stop on the SkyTrain from the ATL airport - even closer than the rental car center. Our state-of-the-art training facility and the SpringHill Suites hotel are both conveniently located immediately adjacent to the SkyTrain stop.

What are the expectations of the program?

We expect participants to be eager to learn and prepared to fully participate throughout the program. Volunteers are expected to arrive on Thursday, June 5, and be ready to start first thing Friday morning. The official program will conclude late Saturday afternoon which will allow Saturday evening departures.


What You'll Learn

The Alumni Volunteer Academy will focus on the development of our alumni and enhancing their skill set as volunteers. Through training led by TKE Professional Staff members and others, participants will walk away with a better understanding of their leadership role, the support available to them, and enhanced perspectives on the strategic directions of both the International Fraternity and the TKE Foundation. The additional topics below will provide additional insights into the content of the program.

Chapter Advisor

  • Increased skills to assist your chapter in KRA achievement, including recruitment, financial planning, and St. Jude Fundraising.
  • Understand how the KRA scorecard is built and impacts the chapter you advise.
  • Teachings on the current generation of college students and how to most effectively address and communicate with them.
  • Assist your chapter with officer transitions to ensure continued, year-to-year, success.
  • Meet with other Chapter Advisors to share best practices and techniques.


Board of Advisors Chairman

  • Refine your leadership abilities as the point person for the BoA and, by extension, all alumni from your chapter.
  • Evaluate the structure of your chapter’s Board of Advisors to ensure optimal efficiency.
  • Understand the day-to-day operations of a collegiate chapter to best understand how the BoA can support their goals.
  • Specific information for those Board of Advisors who manage a chapter house.
  • Discussion on TKE insurance policy to increase knowledge of support provided to BoA members.
  • Interact with other BoA Chairmen to share best practices and techniques.


Board of Advisors Officer or Member

  • Explore the most effective and efficient practices for running and operating a Board of Advisors.
  • Learn about effective communication strategies with today’s college students to ensure a strong relationship between the BoA and the chapter officers.
  • Discussion on TKE insurance policy to increase knowledge of support provided to BoA members.
  • Interact with other BoA members to share best practices and techniques.


House Corporation Member

  • Learn more about your critical role in leading the landlord-tenant relationship with the chapter.
  • Gain insight to helping create environments for successful chapter operations.
  • Discussion on TKE’s insurance policy and property program to increase your knowledge of support provided to House Corporation Members.
  • Interact with other alumni volunteers to share best practices and techniques


Alumni Association Officer

  • Work with TKE HQ on compiling a valuable and accurate contact list of chapter alumni.
  • Improve your event-planning process for alumni association gatherings.
  • Recruit new members to your alumni association.
  • Manage your Alumni Association’s social media activity.
  • Interact with other alumni association officers to share best practices and techniques.


Alumnus Interested in Getting Involved

  • Explore the different volunteer positions available to you and where you may fit in within the TKE volunteer team.
  • Define expectations for yourself as a TKE volunteer and alumnus.
  • Interact with our top TKE volunteers and gather information on serving TKE moving forward.


Graduating Senior

  • Evaluate the expectations of continuing to serve TKE past graduation and where your talents can best be utilized.
  • Understand relationships and impacting in interacting with college students as a recent graduate.
  • Network with other volunteers and learn how TKE can assist in building connections for your future.
  • Reflect on your college experience to frame your volunteer experience moving forward.


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