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chapter awards

Lambda Chi Alpha awards recognize and honor Chapters that have made strides or achieved excellence in multiple areas of chapter operations.

Eligibility for awards will be based on the completion of an application and Chapter Operating Standards. If you have any questions, please contact jfisher@lambdachi.org

Opportunities

Bruce H. McIntosh Standards for Chapter Excellence

Recognizes Chapters who effectively use the Standards for Chapter Excellence program to continuously improve their fraternal experience.

2023 Winners:

  • Union University (Lambda-Zeta Zeta)
  • Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (Epsilon-Eta Zeta)
  • University of Tennessee – Knoxville (Epsilon-Omicron Zeta)

Rev. S. George “Doc” Dirghalli Scholastic Programming

Recognizes Chapters that have developed an outstanding program resulting in superior academic achievement of its members.

2023 Winners:

  • Missouri University of Science & Technology (Alpha-Delta Zeta)
  • University of Florida (Epsilon-Mu Zeta)
  • Baldwin Wallace University (Kappa-Phi Zeta)

Lewis A. Plourd Fraternity Education

Presented to Chapters whose outstanding Fraternity Education Program includes the entire membership, involves alumni, and incorporates a highly effective Big Brother program.

2023 Winners:

  • University of Florida (Epsilon-Mu Zeta)
  • University of Tulsa (Epsilon-Upsilon Zeta)
  • Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (Epsilon-Eta Zeta)

Tozier Brown Public Affairs Program

Recognizes Chapters with the most outstanding programs of community service and philanthropic activities. The award is divided into two categories, Public Affairs Programs and Most Outstanding Public Affairs Project.

2023 Winners:

  • South Dakota School of Mines & Technology (Pi-Mu Zeta)
  • University of Maryland – College Park (Epsilon-Pi Zeta)
  • University of South Dakota (Alpha-Gamma Zeta)

Warren A. Cole Recruitment

Recognizes Chapters that have developed and implemented well organized and effective recruitment programs.

2023 Winners:

  • University of Arkansas – Fayetteville (Gamma-Chi Zeta)
  • University of Tennessee – Knoxville (Epsilon-Omicron Zeta)
  • University of Tulsa (Epsilon-Upsilon Zeta)

Advisory Board

**NEW**

Through nomination from an undergraduate Chapter or OOA team member. Celebrate the contributions from Advisory Board members as a collective unit that supports the Undergraduate Chapter. Two letters of recommendation and one letter of endorsement from the Executive Committee are required. 

Innovative Chapter

**NEW**

This award would honor a group that goes beyond the General Fraternity requirements through programming, events, etc., exhibiting innovation and challenge of conventional wisdom.  

Movember

The top three Chapters that have the largest impact as a top supporter and fundraiser will be awarded an award celebrating the work done for Lambda Chi Alphas partner –  Movember. 

2023 Top 3

#1 University of Oregon – $15,836.08

#2 Drexel University – $9,834.47

#3 Texas Christian University – $9,088.05

American Red Cross Difference Maker

**NEW**

The top three Chapters that have the largest impact as a top supporter and fundraiser will be awarded an award celebrating the work done for Lambda Chi Alphas partner – American Red Cross.  

Distinguished Chapter Awards

Grand High Alpha Award

Recognizes Chapters that have maintained a superior level of operations for at least three consecutive years. A chapter may not earn the Grand High Alpha again until at least three years have elapsed since previously winning award.

2023 Winner:

University of Arkansas – Fayetteville (Gamma-Chi Zeta)

Phoenix Award

Presented to a Chapter that has made unusually positive strides in overall chapter operations for at least three consecutive years, taking into consideration improved membership size, depth of programming, and risk-free operations.

2023 Winner:

Tarleton State University (Phi-Rho Zeta)