About Alpha Kappa Psi, Zeta Lambda
Developing Principled Business Leaders at the University of Tennessee
Alpha Kappa Psi is the nation’s premier professional business fraternity, dedicated to developing principled and ethical leaders. The Zeta Lambda Chapter at the University of Tennessee brings that mission to life through a strong brotherhood built on growth, opportunity, and shared success.
Our members come from a wide range of majors and backgrounds, united by a common goal to grow both personally and professionally. Through our chapter, students gain real-world experience, build meaningful connections, and prepare for success beyond college.
Who We Are
Our Mission and Values
Our Mission is to develop a diverse global community of courageous, principled business leaders with the capability to drive positive impact throughout their journey of life.
Our Values include Brotherhood, Unity, Integrity, Knowledge, and Service.
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Brotherhood is the foundation of our chapter. It means building genuine relationships, supporting one another, and creating a community where every member is valued. These connections extend beyond college and become lifelong friendships.
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Unity means working together toward a common goal. We value collaboration, respect different perspectives, and create an environment where everyone can succeed together.
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Integrity means doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. We hold ourselves to high standards of honesty, accountability, and professionalism in everything we do.
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We are committed to continuous learning and growth. Whether through professional development, academic success, or real-world experiences, we strive to better ourselves and prepare for the future.
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Service is about giving back to the community that supports us. We take pride in making a positive impact through volunteer work, philanthropy, and helping those around us. We embody what it means to be a Volunteer.
What makes Zeta Lambda different
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Professional Development
We prioritize preparing our members for their future careers through: resume/LinkedIn development, mock interviews, and corporate speaker events and networking opportunities.
Our goal is simple: to ensure every member leaves better prepared for their career than when they joined.
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Brotherhood & Culture
At Zeta Lambda, brotherhood is at the core of everything we do. From social events and retreats to everyday interactions, our members build strong relationships that last far beyond college.
This is a group that supports each other, celebrates success, and pushes one another to be better.
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Service
Service is a core part of the Zeta Lambda experience. We are committed to making a positive impact both on campus and in the Knoxville community through hands-on volunteer work and philanthropy.
At Zeta Lambda, service is not just something we do. It is part of who we are.
Integrity and Standards
We hold our brothers to the highest ethical and professional standards as outlined by Alpha Kappa Psi Headquarters. Below are two documents that help outline our efforts in creating a safe and inclusive environment that promotes professional development.