Chapter Programs

Local...............................601.984.3504

Chapter Programs Fax.....601.984.3508

The Chapter Programs Department ensures a positive membership experience for every student inducted into a local chapter by developing and maintaining quality chapter programs, and providing resources and support to chapters implementing programs. The department coordinates the Society’s Civic Engagement initiative, the Hallmark Awards Program, Project Graduation, Better World Books fundraising opportunities, Voice Your Vote, and the Enhanced Membership Program. The department produces resource publications for chapters, including the Golden Key newsletter, the Chapter Resource Manual and the Chapter Officer eNewsletter, and provides support in programming and production planning for International Society events. Find out more about Chapter Programs.

Brandi McNeil, Director of Chapter Programs

Ext. 3524
Direct Dial: 601.984.3524

Duties: Oversees all aspects of the Chapter Programs Department; Administers the Hallmark Awards Program; Edits the Golden Key Newsletter and Chapter Resource Manual; and oversees various International Convention programming and production planning.

Staff member since 2002
Member of Phi Theta Kappa


Garon Tate, Chapter Programs Coordinator

Ext. 3555
Direct Dial: 601.984.3555

Duties: Coordinates the Society’s Civic Engagement Initiative, Project Graduation and Voice Your Vote; Participates in International Convention programming and production planning, including the Programs Plaza; Assists in the development of various resources and training materials for Society constituents and provides resources and support to reactivating chapters; and assists in writing and updating Society publications.

Staff member since 2003
Member of Phi Theta Kappa
Former International Officer


Tom Rowden, Chapter Officer Coordinator

Ext. 3580
Direct Dial: 601.984.3580

Duties: Coordinates Headquarters contact with chapter officers, providing education, resources and support; Edits the Chapter Officer eNewsletter; Participates in International Convention programming and production planning, including coordinating the Chapter Officer Leadership Academy and Educational Forums; Coordinates the Enhanced Membership Program; and assists in writing and updating Society publications.

Staff member since 2006
Member of Phi Theta Kappa


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