Registration for the 2022 Shonk Leadership School is open, and there is a lot that goes into planning to attend! Registration, travel arrangements, what to expect—there is a lot to know. Whether you are an undergraduate officer, member, or alumnus, we hope to provide some helpful information as you begin to register and make plans to attend. We have broken down a lot of information below.
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The 2022 Shonk Leadership School Information
GENERAL INFORMATION
When is the 2022 Shonk Leadership School?
Leadership School will be held from Thursday, July 28 – to Sunday, July 31. Undergraduate attendees should plan to stay through the whole event. Alumni and guests will have a couple of different registration options if they choose to attend.
What is the schedule for the 2022 Leadership School?
Leadership School will begin on Thursday evening with an opening banquet with dinner provided and end late on Saturday evening with the closing awards banquet. Brothers should plan to arrive by 5:00 pm on Thursday evening.
Schedule
Where is the 2022 Shonk Leadership School?
2022 Shonk Leadership School will be held at the following hotel:
Marriott Indianapolis North
3645 River Crossing Parkway Indianapolis, Indiana 46240
Click HERE to make a room reservation. Brothers attending the entirety of the event should reserve a room, checking in on Thursday, July 28, and checking out on Sunday, July 31.
Who attends the 2022 Leadership School?
Chapters are expected to send two delegates to the 2022 Leadership School. Other than that, there are no firm stipulations on who those two delegates are. Chapters are encouraged to consider who will best represent their chapter, who will be most interested in attending a national fraternity event, and who will be able to bring back what they learned at Leadership School to their chapter. To avoid confusion or last-minute switches, it is important that chapter leaders ensure that the chapter delegates are aware that they are attending Leadership School this summer, know what is expected of them, and do not have any other obligations that weekend.
REGISTRATION
How do I register for the 2022 Shonk Leadership School?
Registration should occur using the online form, which can be accessed by clicking HERE. Payment will be accepted during the online registration process.
What is the cost of the 2022 Leadership School?
- Registration:
- $400, if registered before May 27, 2022 (Noon EST)
- $425, if registered between May 27 – June 30, 2022
- $475, if registered between July 1 – July 25, 2022
- Cost to travel to Indianapolis, IN
- Hotel rooms for all brothers beginning Thursday, July 28 – Sunday, July 31
For undergraduate brothers, it is suggested that these costs be covered in full, or in part, by the chapter. If a chapter has a Chapter Education Fund (CEF) with the Foundation, you may be able to utilize these funds to pay for Leadership School expenses. If you have questions about how to use a CEF, please reach out to Marsha at marsha@phisigmakappa.org.
What costs does the $400 registration fee cover?
This registration fee covers any meals provided during your time at Leadership School, event space rental fees, speaker fees and expenses, and other general event expenses.
Can chapter advisers or other alumni volunteers attend the 2022 Leadership School?
Any and all chapter advisers or other alumni volunteers who work with undergraduate chapters can attend Leadership School. Advisers/volunteers will be invited to attend sessions with undergraduate officers, as well as adviser/volunteer-focused programming.
Registration Costs:
- Full Leadership School:
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- $400, if registered before May 27, 2022 (Noon)
- $425, if registered between May 27 – June 30, 2022
- $475, if registered between July 1 – July 25, 2022
- Weekend Only (Friday Evening/All Day Saturday)
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- $250, if registered before May 27, 2022 (Noon)
- $275, if registered between May 27 – June 30, 2022
- $325, if registered between July 1 – July 25, 2022
Will there be a specific training track for chapter advisers?
Chapter advisers and other alumni volunteers will be invited to attend sessions with undergraduate attendees. Additionally, there will be an opportunity for advisers and volunteers to network, get updates from staff and the fraternity, and share their thoughts. More details to come. Please note, that you will not need to register separately for this content.
HOTEL & TRAVEL
Where is the 2022 Leadership School?
Leadership School will be held at the following hotel:
Marriott Indianapolis North
3645 River Crossing Parkway, Indianapolis, IN 46240
Click HERE to make a room reservation. Brothers attending the entirety of the event should reserve a room, checking in on Thursday, July 28, and checking out on Sunday, July 31.
Do I need to make travel arrangements?
IHQ will NOT be making travel arrangements for undergraduate or alumni brothers attending Convention. Attendees should arrange travel to arrive by 5:00 pm on Thursday, July 28, and leave at any point on Sunday, July 31 if attending the entirety of the Convention. Alumni brothers who are attending only on specific days can arrange travel as their schedule allows.
If you are flying in, Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is the best option. There is no shuttle to/from the airport and hotel, so attendees should plan to book an Uber/Lyft to the hotel after they land in Indianapolis.
Hotel and Travel are not included in the registration fee; attendees are responsible for all rooming charges.
- For reservations: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1631556488399&key=GRP&app=resvlink
- Reserve your room before July 12 to ensure your receive this rate.
The professional staff suggests that you plan your travel early. At this time, flights are limited, and fares will only increase over time, or you might not be able to find a flight.
The suggested arrival time is mid to late afternoon on Thursday, July 28. Please plan your departure for Sunday, July 31.
ADDITIONAL LEADERSHIP SCHOOL INFORMATION
Attire: Coat and tie for banquets, business sessions, and Ritual Exemplification; business casual for Friday educational sessions; bbq at the International Headquarters.
Hopefully, this answers some of your initial questions regarding Shonk Leadership School. For more information, do not hesitate to reach out to kathy@phisigmakappa.org as well as call 317-573-5420 with any additional questions.