Full Schedule

Wednesday, July 27th

8:00am-11:00pm     International Ritual Team Practice................. Paradise Salon 2

This is a closed practice attended only by members and coaches of the 2022 International Ritual Team.

2:00pm-10:00pm     Early Arrival Registration................................ Paradise West 

All participants will receive conference materials, including the conference workbook. 

Thursday, July 28th

8:00am-5:00pm       Registration................................ Paradise West 

8:00am-10:00pm     Information Booth....................... Paradise West 

For information or questions throughout the conference, please visit the Information Booth.

8:00am-12:00pm     International Ritual Team Practice................. Paradise Salon 2

This is a closed practice attended only by members and coaches of the 2022 International Ritual Team.

9:30am-12:00pm     Facilitator Orientation................................... Arizona-Salon C

All Stead Facilitators will prepare for the Conference. No other General Assembly delegates or Stead attendees need attend.

9:30am-12:00pm     General Assembly Orientation....................... Arizona-Salon D

All General Assembly participants with speaking roles will prepare for the Conference. No other General Assembly delegates or Stead attendees need attend.

1:00pm-2:00pm       WELCOME AND KICKOFF SESSION............... Arizona-Salons F-I

Grand High Alpha Jeff Stuerman welcomes all attendees to the 59th General Assembly and Stead Leadership Seminar, providing highlights and expectations for the event, and presenting the State of the Fraternity Address.

Chief Operating Officer Justin Fisher will provide all attendees with an overview of attendee conduct and behavior expectations.

2:15pm-3:30pm       LEGISLATIVE SESSION #1.......................... Paradise-Salons 3-4

All Chapter Official Delegates, Grand High Zeta, Board of Councilors, Order of Merit, Student Advisory Committee members, and Alumni Conference delegates are required to attend the Legislative Sessions of the General Assembly. Chapter delegates will be seated in the order in which their chapters were installed. Colony delegates will be seated after the chapter delegates.

Presiding: Jeff Stuerman, Grand High Alpha

Chief Executive Officer: Troy Medley

Parliamentarian: Terry Means, Board of Councilors

General Counsel, Lynn Chipperfield, Board of Councilors

Student Advisory Committee Chairman: Drew Goheen, Grand High Sigma

Secretary: Scott Jackson, Grand High Gamma

Clerks of the Assembly: Mike Covert and Braden Sim

  • Swearing In of Delegates

  • Approval of Standing Rules

  • Report of Student Advisory Committee

  • Legislative Workshop

All participants must wear business attire at all sessions of the General Assembly, which must include a collared dress shirt. A jacket and tie are recommended but optional.

2:15pm-3:30pm       STEAD SMALL GROUP SESSIONS #1............ Salons 5-8; A-E; J-N

2:15pm-7:00pm       International Ritual Team Practice................. Paradise Salon 2

This is a closed practice attended only by members and coaches of the 2022 International Ritual Team.

3:30pm-10:00pm     Vendor Hall Open....................... Paradise South 

Be sure to stop by to visit the vendor hall to purchase Lambda Chi Alpha gear and jewelry. Vendors will also be there to explain various services available to your Chapter.

3:30pm-4:00pm       Networking Break.......................................... Arizona Foyers

Enjoy the company of your Brothers, meet the members of the Grand High Zeta and other distinguished alumni, and collect contact information for networking in the future.

3:30pm-4:00pm       Committee on Status of Chapters.................... Arizona Salon E

The Committee on Status of Chapters will be available to meet with Chapters in arrears on the books of the General Fraternity to make arrangements to regain the right to vote at the Legislative Sessions.

4:00pm-5:30pm       LEGISLATIVE SESSION #2.......................... Paradise-Salons 3-4

All Chapter Official Delegates, Grand High Zeta, Board of Councilors, Order of Merit, Student Advisory Committee members, and Alumni Conference delegates are required to attend the Legislative Sessions of the General Assembly.

  • Rules of the Road

  • Report of the Committee on Status of Chapters

  • Unfinished Business

  • Legislative Committee Reports on Proposed Legislation

4:00pm-5:30pm       STEAD SMALL GROUP SESSIONS #2............ Salons 5-8; A-E; J-N

5:30pm-7:00pm       THE BROTHERHOOD REUNION..................................... Arizona Foyers

Enjoy the company of your Brothers.

7:00pm-8:30pm       OPENING DINNER...................................... Arizona-Salons F-I

Come and enjoy great food and fellowship as we recognize the accomplishments of our distinguished Alumni Brothers.

Master of Ceremonies: Thomas Keisler, Grand High Theta

Invocation: Steve Swafford, Grand High Epsilon

Announcements: Justin Fisher, Chief Operating Officer

  • Order of Achievement

The Order of Achievement is presented to those brothers of Lambda Chi Alpha who have distinguished themselves by outstanding accomplishments in their chosen field and serve as a role model through their success and have thereby brought honor and respect to our great Fraternity.

  • George W. Spasyk Order of Interfraternity Service

This award, named for former Executive Director George W. Spasyk, is conferred upon persons who have contributed outstanding service in the betterment of all college fraternal organizations generally.

8:30pm-11:00pm     International Ritual Team Practice................. Paradise Salon 2

This is a closed practice attended only by members and coaches of the 2022 International Ritual Team.

8:30pm-10:00pm     Committee on Status of Chapters.................... Arizona Salon E

8:30pm-10:00pm     Coach and Training Specialist Meet & Greet..... Arizona Foyers

Meet in person the Chapter Coaches and Training Specialists you've been communicating with via telephone and Zoom. Receive special insights that will improve your Chapter operations.

8:30pm-10:00pm     Registration for Late Arrivals........ Paradise West 

9:30pm-10:30pm     Choir Practice.............................................. Paradise Salon 5

Let's give a Hip-Hip-Hooray for dear old Lambda Chi! Rehearse our most popular Fraternity songs to be presented at the Purple Green & Gold Closing Banquet Saturday evening.

Friday, July 29th

8:00am-10:00pm     Information Booth....................... Paradise West 

For information or questions throughout the conference, please visit the Information Booth.

9:00am-12:00pm     INITIATION RITUAL EXEMPLIFICATION........ Arizona - Salons F-I

An exemplification of our Initiation Ritual, performed by the International Ritual Team. Only initiated Brothers and candidates for initiation are allowed entrance. Badge attire (coat and tie) is required.

9:00am-12:00pm     ASSOCIATE MEMBER ROUNDTABLE................................. Salon 2

Additional programming for Associate Members while the Initiation Ritual is being conducted.

12:00pm-1:45pm     GRAB AND GO LUNCH.............................. Arizona West Foyer

Use this free time to grab a boxed lunch and to change into more comfortable clothes after the Initiation Ritual Exemplification.

12:00pm-10:00pm  Vendor Hall Open....................... Paradise South 

1:45pm-3:00pm       LARGE GROUP SESSION............................ Arizona - Salons F-I

Featured Speaker: Michael Davidson.

2:00pm-5:00pm       Educational Foundation Committee Meetings..........Mesquite, Palo Verde and Saguaro Rooms

3:00pm-3:30pm       Networking Break.......................................... Arizona Foyers

3:30pm-5:30pm       LEGISLATIVE SESSION #3.......................... Paradise-Salons 3-4

All Chapter Official Delegates, Grand High Zeta, Board of Councilors, Order of Merit, Student Advisory Committee members, and Alumni Conference delegates are required to attend the Legislative Sessions of the General Assembly.

  • Legislative Committee Reports on Proposed Legislation

  • Nominating Committee Report

3:30pm-5:30pm       STEAD SMALL GROUP SESSIONS #3............ Salons 5-8; A-E; J-N

5:30pm-6:00pm       Networking Break.......................................... Arizona Foyers

6:00pm-7:30pm       RECOGNITION DINNER............................... Arizona-Salons F-I

Come and enjoy great food and fellowship as we recognize the accomplishments of our Chapters and our distinguished Alumni Brothers.

Master of Ceremonies: Drew Goheen, Grand High Sigma

Invocation: Dr. Fred Kam, Grand High Rho

Announcements: Justin Fisher, Chief Operating Officer

  • Alumni Affairs Programming

  • Bruce R. McIntosh Standards for Chapter Excellence Award

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

  • Rev. S. George "Doc" Dirghalli Scholarship Programming Award

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

  • Lewis A. Plourd Fraternity Education Award

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

  • Tozier Brown Public Affairs Award

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.

  • Warren A. Cole Recruitment Award

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

  • Order of Merit

Since 1935, the Fraternity has recognized unusual, lengthy, and dedicated service - particularly at the local chapter level with election to the Order of Merit.

  • Cyril F. "Duke" Flad Outstanding Undergraduate Award

This award was created in 1970 to honor Duke Flad, who served as the Fraternity's second chief executive from 1942·1968. One outstanding undergraduate from among all student members is selected annually to receive this award

  • Movember Presentation: this award recognizes the three chapters that raised the most money during the Movember Challenge for men's health. Presented by Stacey Harris, Head of Growth & Partnerships 

7:30pm-10:00pm     Committee on Status of Chapters.................... Arizona Salon E

7:30pm-10:00pm     Choir Practice.............................................. Paradise Salon 5

8:00pm-10:00pm     COLLEGIATE MENTORING SESSION .............................................. Arizona-Salons F (SIGN UP REQUIRED)

You will learn to build and leverage your network and receive the critical tips & tricks on how to network your way toward a successful career from industry leaders in marketing, sales, finance, technology, law, and more. Sign Up For This Session

Saturday, July 30th

8:00am-10:00pm     Information Booth....................... Paradise West Pre-Function

For information or questions throughout the conference, please visit the Information Booth.

8:00am-2:00pm       Educational Foundation Board Meeting................ Boardroom

9:00am-5:00pm       Vendor Hall Open....................... Paradise South Pre-Function

9:00am-11:30am     LEGISLATIVE SESSION #4.......................... Paradise-Salons 3-4

All Chapter Official Delegates, Grand High Zeta, Board of Councilors, Order of Merit, Student Advisory Committee members, and Alumni Conference delegates are required to attend the Legislative Sessions of the General Assembly.

  • Consideration of Nominating Committee Report

  • Legislative Committee Reports on Proposed Legislation

9:00am-11:30am     STEAD SMALL GROUP SESSIONS #4............ Salons 5-8; A-E; J-N

11:30am-12:00pm   Networking Break.......................................... Arizona Foyers

12:00pm-2:00pm     LUNCH AND LARGE GROUP SESSION............ Arizona-Salons F-I

Come and enjoy great food and fellowship as we receive an inspiring presentation by our new Brother, Admiral Philip Davidson.

Master of Ceremonies: Jack Branch, Grand High Psi

Invocation: Mark Bauer, Former Educational Foundation CEO

Announcements: Justin Fisher, Chief Operating Officer

  • Featured Speaker: Admiral Philip Davidson

2:00pm-3:30pm       LEGISLATIVE SESSION #5.......................... Paradise-Salons 3-4

All Chapter Official Delegates, Grand High Zeta, Board of Councilors, Order of Merit, Student Advisory Committee members, and Alumni Conference delegates are required to attend the Legislative Sessions of the General Assembly.

  • Legislative Committee Reports on Proposed Legislation

  • Unanimous Consent Agenda

  • Report on Ideal Man Program

  • Report on Focus Group Findings

  • Closing Ceremony and Adjournment

2:00pm-3:30pm       STEAD SMALL GROUP SESSIONS #5............ Salons 5-8; A-E; J-N

3:30pm-6:00pm       Unstructured Free Time.................................... Entire Resort

Network with your Brothers and enjoy the many amenities of the Marriott Camelback Resort and Spa.

5:00pm-6:00pm       Foundation Donor/Order of Merit Reception.... Arizona Foyers

6:00pm-9:00pm       PURPLE GREEN & GOLD BANQUET.............. Arizona-Salons F-I

Dress: Black Tie Optional

Come and enjoy great food and fellowship as we celebrate the conclusion of the 59th General Assembly and Stead Leadership Seminar.

Master of Ceremonies: Jeff Stuerman, Grand High Alpha

Invocation: Dr. Dub Oliver, Grand High Beta

Announcements: Justin Fisher, Chief Operating Officer

  • Procession

Introducing former Grand High Alphas and the current members of the Grand High Zeta.

  • Singing of National Anthems

  • Omegas

Honoring the Brothers we have lost since the last General Assembly.

  • Choir

  • 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.

  • Grand High Alpha Awards

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 the award .

  • Recognition of Departing Student Advisory Committee

  • Grand High Zeta Commissioning Ceremony

  • Recognition of Departing Grand High Zeta Members

  • Introduction of Incoming Grand High Alpha

  • Recognition of Outgoing Grand High Alpha

  • Closing Comments of CEO Troy Medley

9:00pm-11:00pm     Unstructured Free Time.................................... Entire Resort

Sunday, July 31st

*All Day          Departures

8:00am-9:00am             Grand High Zeta Breakfast.....Boardroom

9:00am-11:30am           Grand High Zeta Meeting.....Boardroom

Schedule at a Glance

*Denotes exclusive sessions that require specific attendance and are not open to all attendees. See the full agenda (above) for more details.

 

WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2022

8:00am-11:00pm     *International Ritual Team Practice............... Paradise Salon 2

2:00pm-10:00pm     Registration................................ Paradise West Pre-Function

 

THURSDAY, JULY 28, 2022

8:00am-5:00pm       Registration................................ Paradise West Pre-Function

8:00am-10:00pm     Information Booth....................... Paradise West Pre-Function

8:00am-12:00pm     *International Ritual Team Practice............... Paradise Salon 2

9:30am-12:00pm     *Facilitator Orientation................................. Arizona-Salon C

9:30am-12:00pm     *General Assembly Orientation..................... Arizona-Salon D

1:00pm-2:00pm       WELCOME AND KICKOFF SESSION............... Arizona-Salons F-I

2:15pm-3:30pm       *LEGISLATIVE SESSION #1......................... Paradise-Salons 3-4

2:15pm-3:30pm       STEAD SMALL GROUP SESSIONS #1............ Salons 5-8; A-E; J-N

2:15pm-7:00pm       *International Ritual Team Practice............... Paradise Salon 2

3:30pm-10:00pm     Vendor Hall Open....................... Paradise South Pre-Function

3:30pm-4:00pm       Networking Break.......................................... Arizona Foyers

3:30pm-4:00pm       Committee on Status of Chapters.................... Arizona Salon E

4:00pm-5:30pm       *LEGISLATIVE SESSION #2......................... Paradise-Salons 3-4

4:00pm-5:30pm       STEAD SMALL GROUP SESSIONS #2............ Salons 5-8; A-E; J-N

5:30pm-7:00pm       ALUMNI RECEPTION/BROTHERHOOD REUNION Arizona Foyers

7:00pm-8:30pm       OPENING DINNER...................................... Arizona-Salons F-I

8:30pm-11:00pm     *International Ritual Team Practice............... Paradise Salon 2

8:30pm-10:00pm     Committee on Status of Chapters.................... Arizona Salon E

8:30pm-10:00pm     Coach and Training Specialist Meet & Greet..... Arizona Foyers

8:30pm-10:00pm     Registration for Late Arrivals........ Paradise West Pre-Function

9:30pm-10:30pm     Choir Practice.............................................. Paradise Salon 5

 

FRIDAY, JULY 29, 2022

8:00am-10:00pm     Information Booth....................... Paradise West Pre-Function

9:00am-12:00pm     INITIATION RITUAL EXEMPLIFICATION........ Arizona - Salons F-I

9:00am-12:00pm     ASSOCIATE MEMBER ROUNDTABLE................................ Salon 2.

12:00pm-1:45pm     GRAB AND GO LUNCH.............................. Arizona West Foyer

12:00pm-10:00pm  Vendor Hall Open....................... Paradise South Pre-Function

1:45pm-3:00pm       LARGE GROUP SESSION............................ Arizona - Salons F-I

1:00pm-4:00pm       Educational Foundation Committee Meetings..........Mesquite

3:00pm-3:30pm       Networking Break.......................................... Arizona Foyers

3:30pm-5:30pm       *LEGISLATIVE SESSION #3......................... Paradise-Salons 3-4

3:30pm-5:30pm       STEAD SMALL GROUP SESSIONS #3............ Salons 5-8; A-E; J-N

5:30pm-6:00pm       Networking Break.......................................... Arizona Foyers

6:00pm-7:30pm       RECOGNITION DINNER............................... Arizona-Salons F-N

7:30pm-10:00pm     Committee on Status of Chapters.................... Arizona Salon E

7:30pm-10:00pm     Choir Practice.............................................. Paradise Salon 5

8:00pm-10:00pm     CAREER MENTORING/NETWORKING EVENT... Arizona-Salons F-I

(Attendees must sign-up for their preferred industry table here.)

                                   

SATURDAY, JULY 30, 2022

8:00am-10:00pm     Information Booth....................... Paradise West Pre-Function

8:00am-12:00pm       Foundation Board Breakfast & Meeting................ Salon 1

9:00am-5:00pm       Vendor Hall Open....................... Paradise South Pre-Function

9:00am-11:30am     *LEGISLATIVE SESSION #4......................... Paradise-Salons 3-4

9:00am-11:30am     STEAD SMALL GROUP SESSIONS #4............ Salons 5-8; A-E; J-N

11:30am-12:00pm   Networking Break.......................................... Arizona Foyers

12:00pm-2:00pm     LUNCH AND LARGE GROUP SESSION............ Arizona-Salons F-N

12:00pm-5:00pm   Red Cross Blood Drive.......................................... Paradise-Salon 2

(Please sign up to donate here.)

2:00pm-3:30pm       *LEGISLATIVE SESSION #5......................... Paradise-Salons 3-4

2:00pm-3:30pm       STEAD SMALL GROUP SESSIONS #5............ Salons 5-8; A-E; J-N

3:30pm-6:00pm       Unstructured Free Time.................................... Entire Resort

5:00pm-6:00pm       Foundation Donor/Order of Merit Reception.... Arizona Foyers

6:00pm-9:00pm       PURPLE GREEN & GOLD BANQUET.............. Arizona-Salons F-N

9:00pm-11:00pm     Unstructured Free Time.............................. Entire Resort