International Council

The International Council is the supreme executive and judicial body of Acacia. It implements all legislation passed by the International Conclave, establishes policies to meet situations that may arise between Conclaves, plans the overall programs of the fraternity, directs finances, handles public relations, and approves all international publications. The Council also grants recognition to Acacia associate chapters, grants and suspends charters, and suspends or expels members as provided in the Laws of Acacia. The International Council generally meets twice per year, though more often when required.

The International Council is composed of eight officers: a president, first vice-president, second vice-president, treasurer, counselor, general counsel and two undergraduate counselors. Council members are elected by the International Conclave and serve, without pay, for terms of four years. The president, treasurer, and counselor are elected at one Conclave and the two vice-presidents and general counsel (appointed) two years later, so that there are always experienced members on the Council. Undergraduate counselors are elected for two year terms and are elected at every Conclave.

View a list of past National and International Presidents.

Headquarters Staff

The day-to-day supervision of Acacia affairs, chapter visitations, publications, finances, records, and implementation of policy at the working level are duties of the International Headquarters staff.

The Assistant Executive Director assists the Executive Director in overseeing all daily operations of the Fraternity’s International Headquarters — chapter operations and expansions, membership records, and headquarters staff. In addition, he focuses on financial management, chapter services, database management, licensing programs, and execution of Acacia educational programs like Conclave, ALA, and the Lee Kearney Summit, among other things. 

The Director of Communications & Education manages the implementation of the Cornerstones program, Acacia’s educational resources (Gold books, etc.) and development of Acacia educational programs like Conclave, ALA, and the Lee Kearney Summit. In addition, he manages all Acacia communication efforts such as The Triad, eNewsletter program, website, and social media. 

Chapter Growth & Development Consultants are responsible for supporting chapter operations and the recruitment efforts of the Fraternity. In addition, they work with staff and volunteers to successfully recruit men for expansion presence on campuses internationally.