FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Nu Chapter of TKE Establishes Fund for Leadership Conference

Berkeley, CA – January 7, 2010 – In preparation for the 2010 Regional Leadership Conference, Berkeley’s Nu Chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon has begun soliciting donations for a new Leadership Fund. The goal of the leadership fund is to ensure funding to send chapter members to TKE’s Regional Leadership Conference, Leadership Academy, and other leadership symposiums.

Each year Tekes gather in cities across North America to further their understanding of the fraternal experience, build essential leadership skills, and celebrate their membership in Tau Kappa Epsilon. Throughout the weekend-long Regional Leadership Conference, Fraters participate in educational sessions that help prepare them for success in college and the business world, network and build relationships with other undergraduates and alumni, and strengthen their understanding of TKE’s ideals and principles.

Nu Chapter is looking to raise $3000, enough money to cover the full cost of sending 10 active members and 4 candidates to this year’s RLC. The hope, however, is to far exceed this goal, allowing guaranteed funding for Fraters to attend similar functions in the future.

“We are always striving to be a better Chapter. Attendance to these conferences not only strengthens our Chapter but also strengthens our members,” says Anthony Wright, founder of the fund and member of Nu Chapter. “This is one of our best opportunities to advance our mission of aiding men in their mental, moral, and social development; it would be a shame to miss out on it because of funding.”

Donations are tax deductible, you can make them online through the TKE Educational Foundation at https://co.clickandpledge.com/default.aspx?wid=30806. No need to donate a large amount either, you can set up small recurring donations and offer continuous support at little cost to you! You can also donate by mail; make checks or money orders payable to Nu of Tau Kappa Epsilon and mail to:

Tau Kappa Epsilon
Leadership Fund
2725 Channing Way
Berkeley, CA 94704

More information on the RLC program can be found at http://www.tke.org/rlc, or by contacting:

Anthony James Wright
awright@tkenu.com
2725 Channing Way,
Berkeley, California 94704

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