Sociology
AKD Officers and Responsibilities
These duties are presented as suggestions and may be modified by the members as needed.

Tracey Randolph and Ross Miller, Co-Presidents

In consultation with members, the president will

  • schedule the date, time, and location of all meetings;
  • act as chair in the administration of all meetings;
  • assist in the workings of the Honor Society;
  • act as contact with faculty advisors as necessary.


Terri Manring, Vice President

The vice presidents are responsible for membership, including recruiting new members, and maintaining involvement of current members as well as communicating with previous members. The vice presidents will fulfill the role of president as necessary.       

Elaina Johns, Secretary/Treasurer

The Secretary/Treasurer officer takes minutes at meetings, distributes information with assistance of public relations officer, and monitors and maintains society finances including the collection of dues and honor chord expenses.

Public Relations Officer

The Public Relations Officer is responsible for the publicity of society activities to members and the general public including production and dissemination of T-shirts, honors chords, and other items.         

Faculty Advisors
Dr. Richard Petts
Dr. Fang Gong
AKD Advisors
Department of Sociology
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 47306