STUDENTS ATTEND & WIN AT PHI BETA LAMBDA CONFERENCE

A record fifteen students represented the local chapter of Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) from Southeast Missouri State University in competitive events at the 51st Annual Missouri Phi Beta Lambda Conference in Jefferson City on March 23-25, 2010. The chapter received many awards including: 2nd place in March of Dimes Fundraising, Gold Seal Chapter Award of Merit, and the JoAnn Newcomer Spirit Award. The chapter's Local Annual Business Report was prepared by Daniel Schuenemeyer, Emilee Glueck, Samantha Durst, and Katie Deason; it placed first in the state. The chapter also returned with 13 individual awards. Nine students placed first or second and are eligible to attend the National Phi Beta Lambda Leadership Conference in Nashville, TN, in July.

In addition to competitions, chapter members participated in networking, fundraising for the March of Dimes, and leadership development. State and local officer Daniel Schuenemeyer presented a leadership workshop on Officership. Two Southeast students were elected to state office: Emilee Glueck, Secretary, and Katie Deason, Treasurer. Furthermore, Emilee Glueck received the state's endorsement to run for National Phi Beta Lambda Secretary. Lastly, Daniel Schuenemeyer was recognized by the national organization for obtaining the Executive Level, which is the second highest level in a career and membership recognition program.

Outgoing Missouri PBL Vice-President and local chapter President Daniel Schuenemeyer commented, "While it's sad to end another term in office, I am extraordinarily proud of our chapter's accomplishments. I am confident that our chapter will continue with great success at nationals."

For more information about the organization, please visit the national website www.fbla-pbl.org, the local website of www6.semo.edu/pbl or email the chapter at pbl@semo.edu.