The National APIDA Panhellenic Association (NAPA) is announcing the departure of Beta Chi Theta Fraternity, Incorporated from our council, effective immediately.
In a remarkable display of unity and creativity, a multitude of social media enthusiasts, totaling no less than 22 Instagram accounts, embarked on a collective journey over a span of three thrilling weeks. The result? An awe-inspiring compilation of over 260 captivating posts, encompassing a delightful mix of photos and videos, all encapsulating the spirit of #NAPAUNITY in such a vibrant form! The National APIDA Panhellenic Association (NAPA) proudly acknowledges and applauds the extraordinary efforts of these Instagram accounts for championing excellence, impactful initiatives, and the unifying essence shared among Asian American Greek Letter Organizations. A creative array of Instagram accounts stood out for their exceptional commitment to excellence, impact, and unity among Asian American Greek Letter Organizations. Let’s take a moment to spotlight these trailblazing accounts that stood out in the 2023 NAPAUNITY Photo Challenge: • alphaphigamma• chisigmatauofficial• cst.uic• cst_uiuc• deltakappadelta• deltaphio• dpo_alphadelta• dpo_ccny• dpo_hofstra• ind_ccny• ind_nyit• ind_sbu• kappaphigamma• kappaphilambda• kphig.nu• kphig.phi• kpib_uic• lambdaphiepsilon• nytech.ifsc• nytechsigmasigmarho• sigmapsizeta• uiuckpib Each of these accounts has played a pivotal role in showcasing the diversity, strength, and unity that define the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) fraternities and sororities. Following the 2023 Standards of Excellence Award Ceremony, The 2023 NAPAUNITY challenge has not only provided a platform for creative expression but has also become a symbol of the collective power and solidarity within the NAPA community. ### About NAPANAPA organizations set the gold standard for Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) fraternities and sororities. In addition to meeting the association’s base standards, NAPA member organizations are exposed to resources and expertise to help them continually improve and be the best they can be. Universities, Greek Councils, and students want the best APIDA fraternities and sororities on campus and they can find them in NAPA. ContactTeri Chung, ChairNational APIDA Panhellenic Associationchair@napa-online.orghttps://napahq.org/
For Immediate Release The National APIDA Panhellenic Association hosted its annual Standards of Excellence Awards at the close of the 2023 NAPA Annual Meeting in Tampa, Florida. “Looking back on 2023 we have seen incredible contributions from our NAPA organizations, their leadership, headquarters staff, volunteers, and individual members. It has been an important year to acknowledge our resilience as an association and the ability of our members to impact their local communities,” says NAPA Director of Councils Nora McGlynn. “As we turn toward 2024, and prepare for our future endeavors, the Annual Awards Ceremony is a perfect opportunity to celebrate our accomplishments while we commit to advancing our communities in the upcoming year.” 2023 Award Recipients Individual Recognition Local Chapter Recognition National Recognition “In the dynamic journey of 2023, our organizations showcased unwavering commitment, actively benefiting the greater APIDA community. Both organizational leaders and our members played vital roles in contributing positively, exemplifying the spirit of unity and collective effort,” says NAPA Vice Chair of Finance, Darshan Amin. “Together, they navigated the year with dedication, leaving an indelible mark of progress and accomplishment on NAPA and the APIDA community as a whole.” ### ### About NAPA NAPA organizations set the gold standard for Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) fraternities and sororities. In addition to meeting the association’s base standards, NAPA member organizations are exposed to resources and expertise to help them continually improve and be the best they can be. Universities, Greek Councils, and students want the best APIDA fraternities and sororities on campus and they can find them in NAPA. Contact Teri Chung, ChairNational APIDA Panhellenic Associationchair@napa-online.org ### About NAPANAPA organizations set the gold standard for Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) fraternities and sororities. In addition to meeting the association’s base standards, NAPA member organizations are exposed to resources and expertise to help them continually improve and be the best they can be. Universities, Greek Councils, and students want the best APIDA fraternities and sororities on campus and they can find them in NAPA. ContactTeri Chung, ChairNational APIDA Panhellenic Associationchair@napa-online.orghttps://napahq.org/
NAPA is announcing the departure of Pi Alpha Phi Fraternity, Incorporated from our esteemed council, effective immediately…
The National APIDA Panhellenic Association hosted its annual Standards of Excellence Awards at the close of the 2022 NAPA Annual Meeting. The ceremony convened in National Harbor, Maryland, marking a return to in-person events since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. “While we’ve faced various challenges and successes throughout this year, 2022 has provided ample reasons to commemorate the achievements of our Association,” says NAPA Chair Teri Chung. “ The annual awards ceremony signifies an exciting moment as we transition into 2023, as it offers an opportunity to reflect on the remarkable contributions of NAPA organizations and individual members who have left a positive imprint on our communities.” 2022 Award Recipients Individual Recognition• Advisor of the Year: MGC Advisor, Texas A&M University• Change Agent of the Year: Clifford Robin Temprosa (ΔΕΨ)• Professional of the Year: Aparna Divaraniya (ΔΚΔ)• Undergraduate of the Year: Yesha Pandit (ΔΦΩ)• Volunteer of the Year: Suhani Shah (ΔΦΩ) Local Chapter Recognition• Outstanding Cultural Programming: AΦΓ at University of Nevada, Reno• Outstanding Educational Programming: ΔΦΛ at University of Wisconsin–Madison• Outstanding Philanthropic Programming: αΚΔΦ at University of Oklahoma• Outstanding Recruitment Programming: αΚΔΦ at University of Texas at Dallas• Outstanding University Council: Multicultural Greek Council at University of Texas at Dallas National Recognition• Alumni Initiative of the Year: αΚΔΦ Alumna Advisor Program• Foundation of the Year: ΔΦΛ Foundation• Publication of the Year: ΔΦΛ Everlasting Magazine• Social Media Campaign of the Year: ΔΦΩ Women’s History Month• Collaboration of the Year: Speak Up or Forever Hold your Peace (ΔΦΛ, AΦΓ, ΔΦΩ, ΣΨΖ) 2022 Award Judges The 2022 application cycle received 49 submissions reviewed by 7 judges across the fraternal advising community. “Throughout the year, our members and their leaders consistently generated inventive and impactful ideas to contribute to both society and the broader APIDA community,” commented NAPA Director of Membership Ruchir Dixit. The success of NAPA is intricately linked to the achievements of our member organizations, a connection that became evident while evaluating the award submissions.” ### About NAPANAPA organizations set the gold standard for Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) fraternities and sororities. In addition to meeting the association’s base standards, NAPA member organizations are exposed to resources and expertise to help them continually improve and be the best they can be. Universities, Greek Councils, and students want the best APIDA fraternities and sororities on campus and they can find them in NAPA. ContactTeri Chung, ChairNational APIDA Panhellenic Associationchair@napa-online.orghttps://napahq.org/
NAPA announces the election results of Teri Chung as its Chair and Suhani Shah as its interim Executive Vice Chair.
NAPA is looking for volunteers to help with specific projects! Please see project descriptions below. We expect each role to be fulfilled for the duration of the current calendar year (April 2022 to January 2023) with freedom and flexibility to work around your own schedule.
On behalf of the National APIDA Panhellenic Association (NAPA) headquarters, we hereby announce the 2022 elections for Vice Chair of Communications open. The overall Board shall be responsible for executing the agenda and policies of NAPA during the process.
The National APIDA Panhellenic Association hosted its annual Standards of Excellence Awards at the close of the 2021 NAPA Annual Meeting. Like last year, the ceremony convened over Zoom as the annual meeting persisted through a virtual format due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. “Although we have had our ups and downs this year, 2021 has been a year to celebrate so many of our Association’s triumphs. We celebrate the end of this year looking back at all the incredible NAPA organizations and individual members who have made an impact in our communities,” says NAPA Chair Teri Chung. “The annual awards ceremony is an excellent time as we continue to move forward into 2022, and look forward to the many more accomplishments this Association will make.” 2021 Award Recipients Individual Recognition • Advisor of the Year: Mat Greer, FSL Temple University • Change Agent of the Year: Dr. Meenal McNary (ΔΚΔ) • Professional of the Year: David Kim (ΛΦΕ) • Undergraduate of the Year: Marilyn Korah (ΔΚΔ) • Volunteer of the Year: Suhani Shah (ΔΦΩ) Local Chapter Recognition • Outstanding Cultural Programming: ΛΦΕ at Baylor University • Outstanding Educational Programming: ΛΦΕ Noble Brother Program – Continuing Education • Outstanding Philanthropic Programming: ΣΨΖ at Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis • Outstanding Recruitment Programming: ΛΦΕ at University of Minnesota • Outstanding University Council: Inter-Cultural Greek Council James Madison University • Outstanding Virtual Programming: ΛΦΕ International Women’s Day Keynote National Recognition • Alumni Initiative of the Year: ΑΦΓ Webinar Series • Foundation of the Year: Asian American Donor Program (ΛΦΕ) • Publication of the Year: ΔΚΔ Annual Report • Social Media Campaign of the Year: ΔΚΔ “Spread the Love” Campaign • Collaboration of the Year: Sexual Assault Awareness Month (ΔΕΨ & ΛΦΕ) 2021 Award Judges The 2021 application cycle received 73 submissions reviewed by 5 judges across the fraternal advising community. • L.C. Coghil, Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life at Binghamton University • Brian Pearlman, Graduate Assistance Office at FSL at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville • Stacy Rowan, Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life at UAB • Jake Bates, Associate Director of Student Involvement for FSL at Lafayette College • Nicki Rowlett, Senior Director of Leadership Programs at Triangle Fraternity “With 2021 being a rollercoaster of a year, one thing stayed true; the success and determination of our member organizations was unmatched. Through and through, our members and organizational leadership thought of new and innovative ideas to make a difference in society and the greater APIDA community,” says NAPA Director of Membership Ruchir Dixit. “The success of NAPA is nothing without the success of our member organizations and it truly showed when reviewing these award submissions.” ### About NAPA NAPA organizations set the gold standard for Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) fraternities and sororities. In addition to meeting the association’s base standards, NAPA member organizations are exposed to resources and expertise to help them continually improve and be the best they can be. Universities, Greek Councils, and students want the best APIDA fraternities and sororities on campus and they can find them in NAPA. Contact Teri Chung, Chair National APIDA Panhellenic Association chair@napa-online.org https://napahq.org/
The National Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Panhellenic Association (NAPA) is proud to continue to partner with RAINN to bring sexual misconduct awareness, prevention, and response training to members in participating NAPA organizations.