Kappa Kappa Psi
& Tau Beta Sigma
Electronic Newsletter
Volume 4, Number 8
March 17, 2003

IN THIS ISSUE:

• Conn-Selmer University 2003

1. KKPsi & TBS Sponsor Travel Scholarship for Conn-Selmer University 2003
by Lt Col Alan Bonner, National Executive Director

On behalf of the National Councils of KKPsi & TBS, I am pleased to announce that both organizations will provide one travel scholarship each, up to $200, for the first member of the Fraternity and the first member of the Sorority that is accepted into either session of Conn-Selmer University 2003. Conn-Selmer University is a relatively new, innovative program designed to assist new teachers in the field of music education. The program consists of a 3.5 day session and is held in Elkhart, Indiana. More information about Conn-Selmer University is available in the article that follows below.

Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser, Director of Education for Conn-Selmer Inc., is one of the nationally renowned educators involved in this program, and he contacted the National Headquarters to encourage our members to consider applying for one of the summer sessions. Those of you at the 2001 National Convention in Corpus Christi will recall Dr. Lautzenheiser's exciting presentations to one of our Joint Sessions and two separate sessions to both KKPsi & TBS. He is one of the most electrifying speakers you will ever hear, and the opportunity to spend concentrated time with him very well may change your life!

If you are a graduating music education major, graduating music business major, future school music service representative, or a music educator in your first years of teaching, give this program some serious consideration. The cost is certainly minimal, especially if you are the first member of KKPsi or first member of TBS selected. Even if you don't qualify for the special travel scholarship from the Fraternity or Sorority, Conn-Selmer makes this program incredibly affordable. Read the article below and if you feel this would benefit you, contact Carolyn Manley at her contact information below! In order to ensure we have correct information as to whom is actually the first recipient, any applicant for the $200 travel scholarship from KKPsi or TBS must provide documentation to the KKPsi & TBS National Headquarters, as to when you submitted your application to Conn-Selmer University. If you are selected as a recipient, please notify Lt Col Alan Bonner, National Executive Director at hqned@kkytbs.org!

Good luck!

Three Days That Will Change Your Future

Conn-Selmer University 2003

Recent graduates of Conn-Selmer University are raving about the program hosted by Conn-Selmer Inc. in Elkhart, Indiana. “I cannot tell you how beneficial Selmer University was for me. It was the single best thing I have done for my career to date. I feel every music education major in the country needs to attend.” These are the words of Matt McVeigh, a student from the University of Wisconsin who was a participant in Selmer University 2002. His sentiments are often repeated by other alumni of this program; the opportunity to attend Conn-Selmer University 2003 shouldn’t be missed!

Conn-Selmer University 2003 is the fifth year of the program originally known as Selmer University. Designed to assist graduating music education majors transition into their first teaching jobs, this program has also proven beneficial for music business majors and school music service representatives, as well as for any music educators within their first years of teaching.

The Conn-Selmer Company provides this program to encourage and motivate professionals choosing to work within the field of music education. “Supporting music educators is a direct way to ensure the benefits of music making continue to be valued as a priority of the American education system,” says Carolyn Manley, Director of Conn-Selmer University. Many first year music teachers feel overwhelmed by unexpected components of their jobs and eventually decide to leave the profession. Conn-Selmer University condenses the strategies and experiences of master educators into three days of high-energy interactive sessions, enabling new teachers to begin working with the confidence and knowledge that traditionally takes years to acquire.

Conn-Selmer University 2003 is the first year the program is enhanced by the collaboration of MENC – The National Association for Music Education. This collaboration, combined with the sponsorship of other industry partners, allows Conn-Selmer Inc. to host this program in Elkhart, Indiana at a cost of only $50.00 for each participant. The expenses for room, meals and transportation while in Elkhart are provided by Conn-Selmer Inc. with assistance from The Hal Leonard Corporation, Festivals of Music, Marching Show Concepts, NAMM – The International Music Products Association, and MENC – The National Association of Music Educators.

Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser, Director of Education for Conn-Selmer Inc., is one of the nationally renowned educators who communicates his enthusiasm for the profession of music education and music advocacy during Conn-Selmer University sessions. Dr. Tim is joined by university professors, public school music administrators, school music dealers, clinicians and product specialists from Conn-Selmer Inc. to contribute their special expertise to the goals of Conn-Selmer University. Panel discussions, question and answer sessions, and breaks throughout the day provide opportunities for participants to meet and talk with each presenter.

Participants of Conn-Selmer University will begin their careers with a network of mentors and colleagues to rely on while navigating the first years of teaching. Special guests of Conn-Selmer University 2003 include Dr. Charles Menghini, Dean of Undergraduate Studies at VanderCook College; Marcia Neel, Music Supervisor for Clark County, Nevada; Jim Slutz, Director of Music Business at Indiana State University; Dr. Willie Hill, MENC President; and Mel Clayton, Past President of MENC.

Of special note is the fact that some colleges and universities, CMENC chapters, and members of the Conn-Selmer dealer network consider Conn-Selmer University to be of such value they assist with registration fees and transportation costs for participants in the Conn-Selmer University program.

Session One begins on Monday, May 19 and concludes at noon on Thursday, May 22. Session Two begins on Monday, June 16 and concludes at noon on Thursday, June 19. The curriculum is the same for both sessions.

For additional information go to www.selmer.com/education/selmeru or contact Carolyn Manley, Director of Conn-Selmer University at 800-348-7426 or by email at cmanley@conn-selmer.com.

ATTN: District Governors/Counselors/Officers/Chapter Presidents...

Please ensure widest possible delivery to all chapters, colonies & members in your respective districts!

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Many thanks,

Lt Col Alan L. Bonner, USAF (Ret.)
National Executive Director
Kappa Kappa Psi & Tau Beta Sigma
National Band Fraternity & Sorority
http://www.kkytbs.org