Published March 31, 2020
By Gabby Wollert
The application is now available for students to request emergency funds. Information regarding qualifying criteria is listed on the webpage: https://www.uwyo.edu/dos/student-emergency-fund/student-emergency-fund.html
Statement about COVID-19 – Hello FSL community members, we understand that this is an unprecedented and difficult time for you personally, your chapters, and our community. We thrive on social connection and have built a community that is deeply rooted in the relationships with each other. We know that there have been countless things that have had to change because of the COVID-19 pandemic. While the rest of the semester will not look or feel the same as you may have imagined it to be, we hope that this community can provide you with some virtual connection and engagement as the spring semester wraps up. This is a great time to reach out to your brothers and sisters, to connect on a variety of levels, and to get a jump start on the planning of your summer and fall. We encourage you to continue to meet as chapters, and as leadership, to ensure that we come out of this as a strong community with a clear picture of where we are going in the fall.
FSL Summer Intern Applications – The application for the FSL Summer Intern is now open until April 6th at 5pm! It is a paid position with an emphasis on marketing. Job description and application instructions are found on UW Connect (sign in)–> Fraternity and Sorority Life –> Forms –>FSL Summer Intern Application.
FSL Ambassador Applications – If you are interested in serving our community in a greater way, consider applying to be an FSL Ambassador. The FSL Ambassadors will be on an active volunteer list for the FSL community if campus or community members request volunteers for an event and will assist with summer orientation tabling. It is an as needed position.
Basecamp Facilitator Applications Fall 2020 – We are now accepting applications for Basecamp 2020 Facilitators! The requirements are being an upperclassman in the fall, a minimum of a 2.5 GPA, and good standing with your chapter. Basecamp will be October 23rd-25th. Please distribute the link to your chapters and let them know it is due by 5pm on April 12th. If you would, please encourage members who have attended or facilitated to talk about their experience. Please email fsl@uwyo.edu with any questions.
Priority Scheduling – Priority Scheduling is quickly approaching to reserve space in the Wyoming Union. Student organizations have the ability to reserve rooms for meetings and events April 13 – 17. Attached you will find the Priority Scheduling Timeline and a brief explanation of how the process works. Please note, your request is not finalized until you receive confirmation after week 5 of Priority Scheduling. After receiving your confirmation, please review it to ensure everything is correct. When submitting your request, it is recommended you also provide alternative dates if your first request cannot be accommodated. Make your request by emailing unionres@uwyo.edu.
Presidents & Advisors Meeting – The FSL Office will still be hosting our monthly Advisors and Presidents meeting on Tuesday, April 7th from 6-7pm via Zoom. Join using the link or phone numbers specified on the 4/1/20 email sent by Erin (ewendove@uwyo.edu).
Business Expectations – With the return of classes, it is the expectation of national organizations and the FSL office that your chapter return to regular chapter meetings, and conduct chapter business and operations to the best of your ability. Please see the attached document that has resources for hosting meetings on several platforms, as well as suggestions and expectations from the FSL office for the rest of the semester, and a series of resources to keep your chapter members engaged through the rest of the semester.
Change in IFC and CPH meetings – Please see the council changes.
Virtual Engagement Resource Guide and Zoom Crash Course – Resource guides were shared with Presidents and can be referenced for planning and hosting meetings.
FSL Awards – FSL Awards are still on this semester! Jacque and Erin are working on the date and time that the awards will be presented and will release that information shortly. Thank you for your patience.
Greek Week – Greek week has been postponed indefinitely with the intention of keeping the same theme for the 2021 programming. Please consider donating to United Way to continue to support them during this time.
Political Activity Reminder – As the election season comes into full swing, we want to remind chapters of our policies for candidate endorsements. As a general rule chapters specifically should not be endorsing, placing signs, or lobbying on behalf of a candidate or ideology. Individual members are encouraged to be involved, but none of this involvement should reflect upon the entire chapter.
Remote Campus Resources – While campus is closed, there are still resources available!
Summer Job Opportunity – Join Feeding Laramie Valley for a summer job. There are five positions open for the summer term. See attached flier for details.
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Monday, April 6 Tuesday, April 7 Sunday, April 12 Thursday, April 16 Monday-Friday, April 13-17 Friday, April 17 |
FSL Intern Applications Due Advisors and Presidents Meeting Basecamp Facilitator Applications Due Facebook Live FSL Award Presentation (5pm) Priority Scheduling Window FSL Ambassador Applications Due |
