What Has KKΨ Given Back to You?

During one of the MER workshops, I proposed a prompt to all the participants.

Write down two or three sentences about what you would say to someone interested in joining Kappa Kappa Psi about how it has benefited you personally. What has Kappa Kappa Psi given back to you?

I gave everyone a couple of minutes to ponder what they thought so they could really divulge into what they really believe their answer to be. Going through all the responses, I wanted to share a couple with all of you.

KKΨ is like a second family to me and by serving the band, I am helping and supporting my family. The bonds and interactions that are formed by being a part of KKΨ have made me feel like I am a part of something bigger than myself.

KKΨ has given me an opportunity to interact with others like me who have a love for band and want to do more to make the band great. The Brotherhood is so strong and there are always people to stand behind me and support me when I need help. They make me so happy and understand my craziness. It’s nice knowing there are people who want me around and know I can help.

This organization has provided me with a family away from home and an opportunity to give back to the band program. Without KKΨ I would not be who I am today, It has helped me to realize my full leadership potential and has given me many of opportunities to share my love for band with others.

KKΨ provides a foundation for developing your own dedication and skills while working with friends and brothers toward common goals. In short – it’s fantastic!

KKΨ afford a truly fraternal experience while providing valuable services to the college and university bands in which its members participate. The opportunities for band leadership promote personal growth. Such inspired leadership encourages all band members to strive for the highest.

I love music and my university bands. My goal is to exude a positive attitude and be a good leader. I feel that KKΨ has given me the opportunity to express my love for music, give back to the bands that have given me so much and build my own character. Perhaps more importantly, it has acquainted me with people who share these same values and have helped me grow as a musician, leader, and friend.

Of course, there were TONS of really great responses - it was very exciting to go through and read each individual responses. The purpose of this activity was to prove you have to make a connection with the individuals you want to recruit into your chapter. Teaching your potential members about the organization in general is good, but go beyond that. Teach them about why it is important to you and your chapter. Tell them what it has given you personally - it could be a whole variety of things. Use the prompt above as a good starting point. Ask each of your members to ponder the question so if asked, they too can give the best response!

Let me know if you have any questions. Look for the full list of these responses on the district website soon!

AEA,
Raina