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Judge Mitch Crane is one of the most trusted and inspiring voices in Greek Life today... Judge Mitch Crane has spoken on more than 500 campuses across the nation on important issues such as: hazing, sexual assault, negligence, alcohol abuse, risk management, and other issues that threaten the survival and image of fraternity communities. He encourages both men and women to educate and set an example for their new members, their campuses, and their communities. Judge Mitch Crane's program was captivating and persuasive. He took a tough and skeptical audience and earned their attention and respect through his clever analogies and moving anecdotes. He helped to reinstill us with a sense of responsibility to our ideals and rituals. I wish we had more people like Judge Mitch to remind us of why we are Greek. Michael Bruno Alcohol, Risk Management and Hazing Prevention Programs for Greeks In Crane's popular keynote, Perception vs. Reality, he discusses the perceptions of Greek-letter organizations held by the organizations themselves, and by the public at large. Chocolate Cake and the Ritual puts a different twist on the issues surrounding alcohol abuse and its far-reaching impact on a fraternity chapter or community. Judge Mitch has two programs that specifically address new member education and hazing prevention. Stop Hazing, Build Lifelong Friendships deconstructs the myth that hazing is the only way to build unity and respect within a chapter. Crane brings home the real risks of hazing, both personal and legal. In Building Better Brothers and Sisters, he addresses negative media portrayals of Greek Life incidents. Using real-life examples, he explains what the legal system would do to a person who killed their "brother" or "sister" and quickly draws the parallel to Greek Life. Both programs leave students with a refreshing look at why hazing and other destructive behaviors must stop. Judge Mitch does an outstanding job with all of these difficult topics, and he works hard to make his programs funny, dynamic, thought-provoking and realistic. He can incorporate elements of each of these programs into an address that works for your specific campus and Greek community. "Keeping the Greek Flame Burning" Want a program that celebrates the very best examples of Greek Life values in action? "Keeping the Greek Flame Burning" was born from the stories of true friendship and sacrifice that brothers and sisters make for each other every day in both big and small ways. In spite of the tragedies that still occur far too often, most Greeks are living their values, and supporting their brothers and sisters in amazing and heartfelt ways everyday. Recent stories about members shaving their heads to support a brother who lost his hair to chemotherapy, and sorority chapters coming together to support their sister serving in Iraq have been overshadowed by reports of hazing and alcohol deaths. These positive stories are the ones we must cling to, and strive to emulate in order to preserve our Greek way of life for future generations. This program will share those stories to inspire and motivate today’s students to take action. A perfect choice for Greek Week, award nights, and other events where a pro-Greek message will be appreciated. Risk Management for Student Organizations In his presentation, A Tort is Not a Cake, Judge Mitch helps student leaders and/or student-athletes understand the concept of negligence and the practical implementation of risk management through case studies. By learning how to spot potentially dangerous situations before they become real liabilities, students become true risk managers.
---------------------------- Judge Mitch currently serves as the chair of the current issues committee of the Association of Fraternity Advisors. He is a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity, and has served Sig Ep in a variety of volunteer and leadership capacities. In August 2005, Judge Mitch received The Order of the Golden Heart, the highest honor presented by Sigma Phi Epsilon. |
