Advisor Webinar Archives

Point Systems for Chapter Engagement
Recorded on January 19, 2021
Presented by Eileen Merberg, ALD National Office
Are you struggling with members not attending meetings and events? Is there a lack of student engagement in your chapter? Many chapters have found that point systems lead to better member engagement and more attendance at events. Hear about a few examples and learn some strategies for implementing a point system for your ALD chapter.
Examples: University of Connecticut, Montclair State University, Northern Arizona University, Honor Cord Point System, California State University San Marcos

Understanding PowerNotes
Recorded on January 14, 2021
Presented by Wilson Tsu & Karen Bieber, PowerNotes
ALD has partnered with PowerNotes to assist students and our advisors with research and organizing information. PowerNotes is the first online research platform that not only saves what's important but also keeps it organized for you. Come meet Wilson (PowerNotes Founder) and Karen as they walk you through the platform and how it can help you (and your students).

Student Officers – Getting Them and Keeping Them
Recorded on January 13, 2021
Presented by Eileen Merberg, ALD National Office
Student leaders in any ALD chapter are critical. Identifying dedicated, enthusiastic, and motivated members to serve as officers can often be a challenge. And when you do find them, sometimes their enthusiasm can wane throughout the academic year. Let’s talk about effective ways to encourage members to step up to leadership roles, and how to keep them engaged throughout their term.

Top 5 Ways to Promote ALD
Recorded on January 12, 2021
Presented by Eileen Merberg, ALD National Office
We want as many eligible students to join ALD as possible, but there are thousands of students who don’t accept the invitation. For a vast majority of them it is because they never heard of Alpha Lambda Delta and don’t know enough about the organization. Learn the top 5 ways to promote ALD on your campus and improve membership yield.

All Things MHS
Recorded on January 7, 2021
Presented by Eileen Merberg, ALD National Office
MHS (MyHonorSociety) is Alpha Lambda Delta’s online membership management system. You can use it to send invitations, and students can accept and pay for membership online. If you are new to using MHS or want to make the switch from “manual list” and begin using it, join us for a hands-on session.

New Advisor Boot Camp - 2020
Recorded on January 22, 2020
Presented by Eileen Merberg, ALD National Office
Are you a new chapter advisor? Join us for a discussion of all things ALD advising. You are the backbone of the chapter and providing support and guidance to advisors is important to us. We’ll walk through some of the basic tasks for inviting and inducting new members and review year-round options for engaging membership. Plus, of course, answer any questions you may have!

Documenting ALD’s Impact: Retention Research Revisited
Recorded on January 16, 2020
Presented by Eileen Merberg, ALD National Office
Two years ago we embarked on a research project to measure ALD’s impact on the student experience. Initial results indicated as much as a 10% higher retention rate for students who joined ALD compared to students who were invited but didn’t. There was even talk of a co-authored research publication, which remains a possibility. Join us if you’re interested in participating in the next phase of the project.

Story Branding: ALD’s New Messaging to Prospective Members
Recorded on January 15, 2020
Presented by Eileen Merberg, ALD National Office
Some of you have already heard about our new messaging strategy. Whether you use MHS or not, this applies to all chapters, so join us to learn what it’s all about. We’re trying to do a better job clarifying our message, eliminating confusion, and connecting more with invited students.

Troubleshooting FERPA Issues
Recorded on January 13, 2020
Presented by Eileen Merberg, ALD National Office
Is there resistance on your campus to providing lists of eligible students for your ALD invitation? We’ll review our understanding of FERPA and talk about ways you can communicate with your Registrar and troubleshoot issues.

Walking Through the ALD Scholarship Process
Recorded on January 7, 2020
Presented by Trish Maxwell, ALD National Office
ALD’s Trow and Stemler national scholarships are first vetted through a local competition. If you’re not sure where to start, or what that means for you as an advisor, join us for a dialogue around the scholarship process and best practices when selecting your local candidate.

Social Media and Marketing Resources
Recorded on December 16, 2019
Presented by Trish Maxwell, ALD National Office
We know how important social media is to the savvy consumer these days, so we’ve really focused on enhancing our content on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @NationalALD. Plus a refresh to our website www.nationalald.org/. Does your chapter need help with its online presence and marketing? Stop by for a review of the social media and marketing resources National ALD offers, as well as some tips and tools for managing your communication on a chapter level.

New Advisor Boot Camp - 2019
Recorded on December 5, 2019
Presented by Eileen Merberg, ALD National Office
Are you a new chapter advisor? Join us for a discussion of all things ALD advising. You are the backbone of the chapter and providing support and guidance to advisors is important to us. We’ll walk through some of the basic tasks for inviting and inducting new members and review year-round options for engaging membership. Plus, of course, answer any questions you may have!

Mail Merge Your Outlook Emails
Recorded on Wednesday, February 27, 2019
Presented by Trish Maxwell, ALD National Office
Do you send the ALD invitation through your university email? Even for chapters who use MHS, this is recommended as it adds credibility to the invitation. Even better if the email can be addressed to each student’s name. Learn how to mail merge your emails so that you can personalize the ALD invitation.

Chapter Programming: The Induction Ceremony is Over, Now What?
Recorded on Wednesday, March 20, 2019
Presented by Eileen Merberg, ALD National Office
ALD chapters are encouraged to keep members active throughout the year. What programs and activities have you found successful? Or is this a challenge? Let’s talk about ways that ALD is unique and how to build programs and activities that help the chapter “stand out” from the many other recognized student organizations on campus.