 Scholarships available
As of 8 a.m. today, no applications for the National Alpha Zeta Scholarships had arrived at the National Office. Five scholarships are up for grabs to outstanding members. Applications are due Feb. 1. Members with at least one semester remaining after May 1, or who are continuing graduate or professional degree programs are eligible to apply. [ More | Apply | FAQ ]
 Stop dreaming! Make plans!
Quit dreaming of sunny beaches and good times. Register today for the National Agricultural Leadership Conference at Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo March 16-18. The tours, workshops, career fair and other events will be excellent. Register NOW! [ More | Video Preview | Registration | FAQ ]
California or bust!
 AgCareers is sponsoring travel awards for chapters to attend the NALC. The monetary prizes will be given in three attendance-based categories: First Time in a Long Time, Quality Crew and Big Time. Chapters who demonstrate the best effort in fundraising, promotion and attendance will be awarded travel grants. [ More ]
 NALC career/internship fair
Experience a new addition to the NALC program: The Alpha Zeta Career and Internship Fair. Discuss career opportunities with Pioneer, AgCareers, Tanimura & Antle, Wilbur Ellis and other major regional and national employers. Network with alumni and put your professional development skills to work. Bring your resume and dress for success. [ More ]
Advisor Workshop and Roundtables
 Advisors are critical to successful Alpha Zeta chapters. Advisors are encouraged to attend the NALC March 16-18 in San Luis Obispo, Calif., to discuss best practices, share ideas and network with other advisors and the national staff. [ More | Register ]
 Share ideas online!
The Alpha Zeta Blog is a great place to share ideas about fundraising, professional development, chapter activities, membership recruitment and retention and other topics. Post a comment or ask to become a contributor. Check it out: www.alphazetaleaders.blogspot.com
Turn in membership applications
Membership applications and payment should be received 10 business days before initiation, or your chapter will be subject to a $5 per application late fee and express shipping charges. If you have outstanding invoices from membership applications (or other charges), they must be paid before certificates and pins will be issued.
Officer reports due
If your chapter is not on the list below mail, fax or e-mail your Officer, Advisor and Calendar Report [ Form #3 ] to the national office. These forms should be submitted within 10 days of an election. Chapters are required to submit Officer Reports to the National Office. [ info@alphazeta.org ] |
Welcome Back!
January 24, 2006
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National Agricultural Leadership Conference
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NALC Fundraising Ideas
- Airfare to SLO giving your chapter second thoughts about NALC? Ask an alumni or parent to donate frequent flyer miles!
- Inquire with the athletic department if there are opportunities for student groups to run a concession stand.
- Ask your advisor, dean and/or student council about funding for NALC March 16-18, 2006.
- Other Alpha Zeta fundraising ideas [ More ]
- For more fundraising ideas: www.campusfundraiser.com
Display your achievement
Wear an honor stole or cord for your graduation!
An Alpha Zeta honor stole or cord identifies you as an AZ at commencement. Stoles: $25. Cords: $10. To order, call (800) 225-3629.
 Makes a great gift for graduating seniors and officers.
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| Become an Alpha Zeta Scholar
The Alpha Zeta Foundation will award five outstanding Alpha Zeta members scholarships. If you are the best of the best of Alpha Zeta members submit your application for consideration. Alpha Zeta student members with at least one semester remaining after Feb. 1, 2006, or are continuing graduate or professional degree programs are eligible to apply. [ More | Apply ]
Livestock Publications Council scholarship
 Scholarship applications for the Forrest Bassford Student Award are due Feb. 15. The $1,500 scholarship will be awarded by the Livestock Publications Council at the Ag Media Summit in Portland, Ore., July 23-26. [ More ]
PDHGA Scholarship
 Do you have a family member who is a member of the Professional Dairy Heifer Growers Association? If so you are eligible for a $500 scholarship. Students currently enrolled in agriculture or a related field at an accredited college or university may apply. [ More ]
Internship Opportunities
 The American Agricultural Editor's Association 2006 magazine internship includes an eight- to 10-week hands-on ag journalism position with a member publication. That publication will be determined by January 2006. The intern will receive a $4,000 stipend and attendance at the Agricultural Media Summit in Portland, Ore., July 23-26, 2006. Application deadline is Monday, Feb. 28, 2006. [ More ] GEICO offers AZ discount
Alpha Zeta has partnered with GEICO to offer members an additional discount on auto insurance with complete 24-hour sales, policy and claims service. GEICO policy holders report an annual average savings of $500. [ Get a Free Quote | More ] |
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16020 Swingley Ridge Road, Suite 300
Chesterfield, MO 63017
(636) 449-5090
Fax: (636) 449-5051
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Watering the Seeds of Tomorrow's Agricultural Leaders
 National Agricultural Leadership Conference
March 16-18, 2006
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, California
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