AZA History and Information
Facts about the history of AZA and BBYO
AZA Insignia
Quick Facts
- Founded: 1924
- First Chapter: Mother Chapter #1 in Omaha, Nebraska
- AZAA stands for AZA Athletics
- Up You Men is the official song of the Aleph Zadik Aleph
- A new member is called an Aleph-in-training(AIT) until they are inducted, which then they will become an Aleph of that chapter
The Seven Cardinal Principles Of AZA
Judaism- Always to observe the tenets of my faith; ever to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with the Lord my G-d.
Filial Love- Ever to honor and love my parents. To be considerate of my elders and to respect age.
Charity- To give of myself and my substance for all worthy causes; to be kind and generous to all in need, regardless of race or color.
Conduct- Never too bold, never too forward, ever humble, ever observing the principles of gentlemen.
Purity- To keep my soul pure, my mind active, and my body healthy.
Fraternity- A spirit of sociability, of cooperation, and of friendship toward all Alephs that shall make of us one fellowship; a love of and a loyalty to AZA and its ideals.
The Five Folds of Programming
Each event should strive to incorporate at least one of the Five Folds:
Athletic
Community Service
Education
Judaic
Social
Board Positions*
Aleph S'gan- Vice President of Programming
Aleph Moreh- Vice President of Recruitment, Retention, and Education
Aleph Shaliach- Vice President of Judaism and Community Service
Aleph Mazkir- Secretary
Aleph Gizbor- Treasurer
Aleph Sopher- Publicist and Social Media Director
*The ranking of board positions and jobs of board positions vary from chapter to chapter. Not all chapters have the board positions that we do, and they may have more or less.