II. Scholarships

David utilized three individual in various regions to review and rank the applications. He mentioned that he was lacking a representative from the West and Cheri’s name was suggested for next year. Number of applicants was down even with the increase marketing of the program. Kent identified approximately 15 chapters that had not applied last year and sent a letter encouraging those chapters to submit an application.

III. Fellowships

There was an increase in the number of applications. We gave 15 fellowships out of the 30 applicants. 4 Doctorial, 2 Masters, and 9 Graduate were selected. Discussion followed regarding targeting institution that has Master programs in Higher Education for next year. Refer to the NASPA website for institutions.

IV. Omega Trends/Web/Communication

We have continued to struggle in the pursuit of content for the Newsletter. It was suggested that Rick Funk has a good story from his chapter and to contact TCU about their Tree Lighting Ceremony for possible articles. Philip volunteered to assist Emily with updating the web design. She has done a great job but it is still a work in progress. Philip will research which chapters have direct links back to the Executive Office.

V. Student Board Member (West)

Cheri is in charge of the search and selection process for the new Student Board Member from the west region. Applications will be due by April 5 (was revised to the 4/2/03) so we can do some last minute recruiting at WRGC.

VI. Regional Conference 2003

SEIFC – 2/20/03 – 2/23/03    Kent and RCD’s
NGLA – 2/27/03 – 3/2/03       Mardie, Kent, and Philip
SEPC – 3/27/03 – 3/30/03      Darald and RCD’s
WRGLC – 4/2/03 – 4/6/03       Mardie, Kent, and Cheri

VII. 2003 Summer Board Meeting – Date and Location

The summer board meeting will take place on July 10 – 12, 2003 at a location TBD. Discussion followed about moving the 2004 meeting forward a week to get back to the old timeframe towards the end of July.

VIII. Financial Report

We continue to be in the black and are a little ahead of where we were last year at this time. We saved some money this year due to Emily only working part time at the office and the other half at UTA so that she would have medical insurance coverage and other benefits not offered through Order of Omega. The category of Greek General covers UIFI sponsorship, Greek summit, and NASPA luncheon. Kent will send a copy of the 990 form to all board members as in previous years.

IX. Outstanding Chapter Award

Applications increased once again. 6 of the 14 chapters that applied have applied prior so we are seeing a good balance between first time applicants and those who see the value and continue to apply. This is only the third year and we have seen a positive response and steady increase – hopefully it will continue.

X. Inter-Association Task Force

Ed is in charge of the 25^th Anniversary – 21 organizations are a part of the task force. It is very positive that we are an integral part of the organization.

XI. Other

Wes raised the concern regarding inactive status and that the time should be increased from one year to two years before a chapter is considered inactive and to three years prior to becoming permanently inactive to allow chapter who initiate once a year to complete the necessary paperwork. Recommendation was approved following discussion.

The reception agenda was reviewed and last minute details were discussed prior to adjournment.