Alpha Phi Omega wants to hear from you! As an officer, you know what works for you and your chapter and what doesn't, and the Fraternity needs your feedback. A private Facebook group is being formed where you can discuss everything from social media to recruitment brochures. Connect with brothers from around the country and let the National Office hear your opinions.

If you would like to participate, email director.communications@apo.org with the following information: your name, the best email address to contact you, your chapter and number of members and your anticipated graduation date.

Everyone is encouraged to submit information, but participation will be determined by the number of people who express interest and demographics represented. Students will be added to the group from a variety of regions, chapters, etc. to make the group as representative of the Fraternity as possible.

The deadline to apply for the 2015 John Mack Scholarship Award is May 1! This award is a scholarship for brothers who exhibit leadership and participate in activities to benefit charitable or humanitarian organizations. Apply now to potentially receive funds to put toward educational expenses at your current university.

Log in as a member and fill out the application here.

The Fraternity is looking for the 2015 Fall Pledge Class Namesake Honoree - someone who exemplifies the Cardinal Principles of Leadership, Friendship and Service! Nominations may be made by any APO brother or group (chapter, recognized alumni association, etc.) and the submission deadline is May 1.

If you know someone who deserves this incredible honor, click here to submit a nomination.

Congratulations on reaching this important milestone! As you look at what your future holds, know that your APO experience doesn't have to end with graduation. Here are some of the ways to stay involved and remain connected ...

Log in and update your contact information so that you can stay in touch once you leave school.

Attend the National Volunteer Conference July 23-26, 2015, in Baltimore, Maryland. Enjoy time with fellow alumni and explore how you can best serve within the Fraternity.

Join the Society of Life Members to support the future of APO and receive a lifetime subscription to Torch & Trefoil. The one-time cost is $50 if you join within a year of graduation.

Remember: College only lasts a few years, but brotherhood is for life!

Brother Jeremy Thacker hands Brother Logan Roberts his Membership University diploma

Spend a few days in June or July becoming an even better leader for your chapter! Learn from alumni volunteers and share ideas with brothers from chapters across the nation at Membership Academy or Membership University. The cost is only $35 per member for food, lodging and supplies for any of the weekends.

Membership Academy
Get training on recruiting, developing and retaining members. This program is helpful to those involved with extension efforts or chapters who want to improve their membership program. To see more information and register, click here.

Membership University
Geared toward leaders of chapters with 75+ members, this program covers technology, chapter culture, how to build up new leaders and much more. To get the details and sign up, click here.

Kappa Mu Chapter, 2014 COE and PPOE award recipient

If your chapter works hard to create engaging and successful programs then let APO reward your efforts! Apply for the Chapter of Excellence (COE) and Pledge Program of Excellence (PPOE) awards which recognize chapters whose programs promote growth, retention and stability while providing an inviting and educational environment for prospective and new members.

Be sure all requirements are submitted through the Chapter Officer Portal before completing the COE/PPOE Application. Any missing requirements will result in a failed submission. Applications must be complete and submitted through the Officer Portal by July 31 in order to be eligible.

Chapters with a December 31 year end must complete their tax filing by May 15! Be sure your chapter files the required 990N and doesn't risk penalties which can result in substantial fees and losing tax exempt status. If you have an email from File990.org then click on the Get Started link to go to a secure page with much of your form prepopulated. If you want to start now, click here and enter in your chapter's EIN.

Learn practical ways to apply servant leadership characteristics and key management skills during APO LEADS Serve! There are four Serve courses being offered this Summer and they are filling up quickly. Make plans now to attend one of the June or July sessions. Click here to register.