Advisors
Chapter advisors are vital part of our BPA program. We value and appreciate all the time and energy they put into making our students and chapters successful in accomplishing the mission of our organization. Key Michigan BPA information and resources from for chapter advisors will be located on this page.
Staying Connected
Each week during the academic year, the State Office sends a Tuesday Tipster newsletter to all advisors with important information, updates, and details. Additionally, we hope you’ll join the Michigan BPA Advisors Slack channel to share ideas, resources, and connect with colleagues and the State Office whenever needed. Tuesday Tipster newsletter messages are archived on the Michigan BPA Advisors Slack channel. Contact maurice.henderson@emich.edu for an invitation to join our Slack channel. If you’re not familiar with Slack, click here to view a demo; click the “Start the Demo” button. Slack is accessible via websites, computer apps, and mobile apps.
Calendar
It is important for advisors to keep up to date with events and deadlines. Therefore, please visit our Calendar to find out important dates for Michigan BPA.
Forms
Advisor Code of Ethics Form (PDF)
8-17-2023
*Download, sign, scan, and email this form to Michigan BPA
Advisor Information Form (DOCX)
8-23-2021
*Download, save, and return this form to Michigan BPA
Credit Card Payment
8-29-2022
Visit our Programs page for information for the following awards:
Chapter of the Year Award
Community Involvement Award
Barbara Chambers Outstanding Advisor Award
NLC Trading Pin Contest
State Executive Council (State Officer) Candidate Application Material
9-1-2023
State Leadership Conference Information
Information regarding the 2024 State Leadership Conference for the Secondary Division (high school) is found on our SLC page.
Information regarding the 2024 State Leadership Conference for the Postsecondary Division (college) is found on our Postsecondary Division page.
National Leadership Conference Information
Information regarding the 2024 National Leadership Conference that is applicable to Michigan BPA chapters can be found by visiting our NLC page.
BPA Cares/Torch Awards
BPA Cares Handbook 2023-2024 (PDF)
9-27-2023
Competitive Events/WSAP
The following documents are available for download from the Competitive Events page of our website:
WSAP Guidelines 2023-2024
Style & Reference Manual 2023-2024
Release Form-Fillable 2022-2023
Academic Integrity Policy
Human Resources Manual 2023-2024 - used for the Human Resource Management event only
Ethics and Professionalism Resources Manual 2023-2024 - used for the Ethics & Professionalism event only
Fundamental Accounting & Fundamental Word Processing Eligibility Verification Form (Fillable PDF)
8-29-2022
National BPA Logos
(Active local chapters in good standing have permission to use these logo images without written permission)
10-22-2019
ZIP - 18.9 MB (file will take some time to download)
General Information & Resources
The BPA Binder: A Resource for Chapter Advisors (PDF)
10-19-2023
Brand Guide (PDF)
8-10-2020
Chapter Logo Request Form (PDF)
9-27-2023
Ceremonies Handbook (PDF)
9-27-2023
Delegate Code of Conduct (PDF)
Current version updated 1-3-2019
Dress Code (PDF)
Current version updated 7-20-2023
Local Chapter Handbook (PDF)
9-27-2023
Member Program Guide (PDF)
9-27-2023
PowerPoint Presentation Template-Postsecondary Division (PPTX)
Created by National BPA
10-8-2023
PowerPoint Presentation Template-Secondary Division (PPTX)
Created by National BPA
10-8-2023
Press Release - Pre-RLC (DOC)
11-8-2011
Press Release - Pre-SLC (DOC)
11-8-2011
Membership Recruitment
Bylaws
FAQ & Support
Throughout the year, we update our knowledge base with frequently asked questions, quick resources, and other common solutions that you may find helpful as a local chapter advisor.