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ur house urgently requires updates and
renovations. Decades of wear and tear
have taken their toll, leaving the infrastructure
inadequate to meet the needs of our alumni
and current and future members. Further, with
constant maintenance and upkeep, the AVC
has had to prioritize the house over its primary
mission of supporting the undergraduates.
Our main hurdle at this point is the current
state of the facility. Simply, we want "less
leaks" to allow for more mentoring.
By advocating for "less leaks," the organization
acknowledges the importance of efficient
facility management. A leaking facility not
only consumes financial resources but also
demands valuable time and attention that
could otherwise be invested in more impactful
endeavors. Addressing deferred maintenance
OUR HOPES—AND HURDLES—FOR
A SIGEP LEARNING COMMUNITY:
LESS LEAKS, MORE MENTORSHIP
and ensuring the proper upkeep of facilities
is essential for providing a conducive
environment for learning and growth.
By allowing the AVC to focus on mentorship,
our organization will thrive. Maine Alpha's
core mission is fostering leadership and
brotherhood among our members. Mentorship
plays a pivotal role in shaping future
leaders by providing guidance, support and
opportunities for personal and professional
development. By prioritizing mentoring
initiatives, the organization aims to create
a culture of empowerment and growth
where students can flourish academically,
professionally and personally.
On a campus with sixteen fraternities
competing for new members, maintaining a
competitive edge in recruitment is crucial.
A premier residential learning community
will not only enhance our appeal to potential
members, but it will also set us apart from
other chapters by allowing us to integrate
our alumni, undergraduates and the entire
UMaine community. No other organization
has done the type of remodel we envision,
allowing us to set the benchmark for
fraternities at the University of Maine.
