Board Service
One of the greatest ways a member can give back to the organization is through board service. There are three opportunities to serve on a Theta board. Grand Council is the governing body of the Fraternity, Fraternity Housing Corporation (FHC) Board of Directors oversee Kappa Alpha Theta’s college chapter housing strategy, and Theta Foundation Board of Trustees support Theta Foundation’s mission and needs. While each board has a unique election process and term limits, all are organized by two-year terms beginning in even years.
A Note on Board Service
Every two years, the legislative body of the Fraternity convenes at Grand Convention to conduct important business, including the election of the members of Grand Council as defined in the Constitution, Article V, Section 1, B, 1. Prior to Grand Convention, the elected nominating committee composed of both college and alumnae chapter delegates meets to review candidates’ applications for board service for both Grand Council and the FHC.
Serving on Grand Council—our governing board—is a rewarding volunteer experience that gives Thetas the opportunity for a high level of involvement. Grand Council members are women who lead and make a difference in the lives of Thetas and others everywhere while being responsible for all aspects of Fraternity operations.
The FHC Board of Directors focuses on all the housing needs of college chapters.
Theta Foundation's Board of Trustees is charged with helping secure and manage resources for Fraternity programs and supporting members to reach their full potential.
If you’re interested in serving on any governing board, please check this page often for information and updates. This is where you will find governing board job descriptions, a board slating timeline, a map showing nominating committee districts, and an application that can be filled out for any one of the three governing boards: Grand Council, Theta Foundation's Board of Trustees, and FHC's Board of Directors.
Thank you for your interest in serving as a governing board member. You will not only have created your own legacy but enhanced the legacy of Kappa Alpha Theta for women of today and tomorrow.
Board Responsibilities/Job Descriptions
Grand Council
Grand Council is the governing body of the Fraternity in the interim between Grand Conventions and is responsible for the development and maintenance of the policies of the Fraternity.
Learn MoreTheta Foundation
The Board of Trustees advises, governs, oversees policy and direction, and assists with the leadership and general promotion of Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation to support Theta Foundation’s mission and needs.
Learn MoreFraternity Housing Corporation
The FHC Board of Directors is comprised of at least three and no more than five directors who set policy and approve plans for Kappa Alpha Theta housing.
Learn MoreBoard Service Application
A completed board service application is required in order to be considered for any of the three board service opportunities.
Important Nominating Committee Dates
March 2: Board service application opens
April 6: Board service application closes
April 13: Reference form closes
May 17-18: Theta Foundation nominating committee meeting
June 3: FHC directors are elected
June 12-14: Fraternity nominating committee meeting
June 18: Theta Foundation trustees are elected
June 19: Grand Council slate shared with delegates
July 11: Grand Council members are elected at Grand Convention
District Meetings to Elect Representatives to Nominating Committee
District Meetings to Elect Representatives to Nominating Committee
District meeting dates, times, and joining information will be shared soon.
Questions?
Have questions about the nominations process or serving on Grand Council, the FHC Board of Directors, and/or Theta Foundation Board of Trustees? All correspondence is welcomed and confidential.