Greek Educators, Advocates and Resources

Greek Educators, Advocates, and Resources (GEAR) is a peer education program made up of sorority and fraternity members who promote well-being in their chapters. Education in alcohol abuse, sexual assault, healthy lifestyles and a variety of mental health issues allows the chapter representatives to recognize at-risk behaviors in their chapter, serve as a resource to their members and present programs to benefit the larger Greek community.

Program Description

GEAR is a program for members of Greek organizations to serve as resources and models to their peers, by providing education, support and referrals that promote wellness and well-being for Butler students.

A GEAR Representative is someone who:

Is available, responsive and open to all Butler students
Knows each member of their organization well enough to identify individual needs and concerns
Approaches and provides support and understanding to individuals who seem to be having difficulties
Acts as a first contact for individuals with questions or concerns
Maintains privacy and respect for the individual
Knows how to refer individuals to appropriate campus resources for professional help
Is aware of general crisis management procedures and follows one's respective national organization protocol
Serves as a consultant to group members and officers in dealing with situations or issues of concern
Serves as a liaison between group members and professional counseling staff and student affairs staff
Participates in planning and leading educational programs
Provides resources and educational information to group members
Seeks on-going supervision and consultation from other GEAR members and advisors
Participates in GEAR meetings and activities

Staff Advisors

Sarah Barnes Diaz, sbarnes@butler.edu, 940-8311
Becky Druetzler, bdruetzl@butler.edu, 940-6590
Mindy Wallpe, mcwallpe@butler.edu, 940-9385

For more information or to contact a GEAR representative, email GEAR@butler.edu or contact a staff advisor.