2013 National Ritual Celebration Week Speaker Contest

PEACHTREE CITY, GA. — Phi Mu Fraternity is sponsoring Rick Barnes, professional speaker, as a National Ritual Celebration Week (NRCW) speaker on one campus in 2013.  NRCW will take place March 3 – 9, 2013.  It is a program that was developed by Phi Mu Fraternity in 2010 with the intention to assist members of fraternities and sororities to:

o   Reflect on why fraternities and sororities were founded

o   Explore what it means to live by one's ritual

o   Learn how to celebrate being a part of an interfraternal community

o   Discuss what being a member of an organization with a ritual means.

Any fraternity/sorority campus community can enter this contest.  Applications may be submitted by a campus fraternity/sorority advisor or council officer.  Phi Mu Fraternity will cover all speaker costs which is a value of approximately $4,000.  The campus is responsible for event costs including any fees for event space and AV. 

The program presented will be, Living the Dreams of Our Founders, by Rick Barnes (www.RickBarnesPresents.com)

Program Synopsis:  Fraternities and sororities have existed on North American college campuses for more than two centuries, shaping the experiences of millions of men and women. Today, there is fiery debate between advocates of the fraternity/sorority experience and those who feel it’s become more harmful than beneficial. Truth is, when we live up to the dreams of our founding fathers and mothers, our communities provide one of the best leadership and values-building experiences available to a young man or woman today. But, that takes a deliberate commitment to building diverse and relevant fraternities and sororities that work together to add to the campus and fulfill their stated missions.

To apply, click here.  Additional information about the contest and NRCW is available online atwww.phimu.org/nationalritualweek.  All submissions are due January 20, 2013 by 5:00 p.m. EST.   If you have any questions about the contest, please contact Gabby Leon at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 

Founded in 1852, Phi Mu is a women’s organization which provides personal and academic development, service to others, commitment to excellence and lifelong friendship through a shared tradition.  Phi Mu promotes vibrant living, encouraging members to achieve their personal best.