Earle M. Herbert National Friendship Award

(an award) The Earle M. Herbert Friendship Award is presented every two years at the National Convention to the Chapter who has the best overall membership program. The criteria for the award will include training activities, as well as fellowship activities, conducted by the Chapter for the pledge and active members. Named in honor of Past National President Earle M. Herbert, the award is intended to honor Chapters whose program best meets the needs of the members in maintaining their affiliation with the Fraternity. Submissions should address the following criteria:

• Chapter growth and retention
• Fellowship activities
• Pledge, alumni and advisor involvement
• Rush Program
• Awards & Recognitions given by the Chapter
• Attendance at inter-Chapter events (i.e. Sectional, Regional and National Conventions)
• Participation in leadership and membership development programs

Presentations may be written, verbal or visual. VHS videotape, 15 minutes in length. Deadline for submission of materials will be at the first meeting of the Awards & Appreciation Reference Committee on the first night of the National Convention.