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.
2024 Winners:
- Oklahoma State University (Alpha-Eta Zeta)
- University of Tennessee, Knoxville (Epsilon-Omicron Zeta)
- Texas Christian University (Iota-Pi Zeta)
- Union University (Lambda-Zeta Zeta)
- South Dakota School of Mines & Technology (Pi-Mu Zeta)
Rev. S. George “Doc” Dirghalli Scholastic Programming
Recognizes Chapters that have developed an outstanding program resulting in superior academic achievement of its members.
2024 Winners:
- Missouri University of Science & Technology (Alpha-Delta Zeta)
- University of Tulsa (Epsilon-Upsilon Zeta)
- Auburn University (Omega 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.
2024 Winners:
- University of Tulsa (Epsilon-Upsilon 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.
2024 Winners:
- University of Idaho (Epsilon-Gamma Zeta)
- University of Nevada, Reno (Epsilon-Iota Zeta)
- University of North Dakota (Epsilon-Zeta Zeta)
Warren A. Cole Recruitment
Recognizes Chapters that have developed and implemented well organized and effective recruitment programs.
2024 Winners:
- Oregon State University (Alpha-Lambda Zeta)
- University of California, San Diego (Pi-Beta Zeta)
- Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University (Sigma-Lambda Zeta)
Advisory Board
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.
2024 Winner:
- Oregon State University (Alpha-Lambda Zeta)
Innovative Chapter
This award would honor a group that goes beyond the General Fraternity requirements through programming, events, etc., exhibiting innovation and challenge of conventional wisdom.
2024 Winners:
- Western Carolina University (Beta-Zeta Zeta)
- Spring Hill College (Delta-Delta Zeta)
- South Dakota State University (Lambda-Theta Zeta)
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
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.
2024 Winners:
- Baldwin Wallace University (Kappa-Phi Zeta)
- University at Buffalo (Pi-Rho Zeta)
- University of Wisconsin-Whitewater (Lambda-Iota Zeta)
- Hanover College (Theta-Zeta Zeta)
- Gettysburg College (Theta-Pi Zeta)
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.
2024 Winners:
University of Miami-FL (Epsilon-Omega Zeta)
California Polytechnic State University (Phi-Sigma 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.
2024 Winners:
Missouri University of Science & Technology (Alpha-Delta Zeta)
Indiana University (Alpha-Omicron Zeta)
Methodist University (Sigma-Theta Zeta)
