[Kevin]

You're talking about the packaging while I'm talking about the practical effect.

I think we're more-less on the same page except for a few semantical differences.

Interestingly enough, Sigma Nu (and I'd have to assume other organizations) has implemented a program called "Pursuit of Excellence." It was introduced at the '04 Grand Chapter. Its original name as it was discussed in committee, was "Minimum Expectations." The program requires chapters to submit annual reports about chapter activities, grades, membership retention, etc. There are points attached to each of the items on the list. Essentially, if a Sigma Nu Chapter does not participate in our national programming (LEAD), we won't have enough points to be considered passing. If a chapter fails to obtain enough points, it can very possibly lose its charter (although, I don't think that's happened yet, it would have to be over a period of a few years). So of course, some organizations, such as mine have actually gone in and added the stick as well.