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Moose Magazine Online

Moose International is happy to announce a more user-friendly version of Moose magazine for mobile devices – perfect for members who are busy and on-the-go! The new and enhanced version features flowable text and adjustable font size so you no longer have to struggle to read stories from your phone or tablet! In addition, the contents view makes it easy to see all the stories/features at once so you can jump to your favorite section much faster, while still being able to see the traditional/page view if you desire. A tutorial is also offered to walk you through all the features/benefits of the new platform at the beginning. We hope you enjoy this new enhanced version of Moose magazine, making it easier for those of you on the go to stay connected! Check it out for yourself!

Fraternal Recognition Program

Moose International will be launching a brand new, first of its kind Fraternal Recognition Program during the upcoming International Convention in Milwaukee, WI. We’ve been missing a way to recognize fraternal achievement in a meaningful way for all members, since we unified our fraternity on May 1, 2021. This new program incentivizes member participation through various achievements, including leadership roles, membership recruitment, volunteer work and charitable contributions. Each level of recognition will offer increasing rewards and member acknowledgement. We have a few ideas but would love to hear from you on the best way we can honor lodge members who are achieving at a high level.

Please send us your award ideas to the Fraternal Recognition Committee.

We thank you in advance for contributing to the recognition portion of this new and exciting opportunity for all members of our Moose Fraternity!

Moosehaven AAA Project Takes a Major Step Forward

The AAA Project hit another major milestone this month as land clearing began on the site of the former New York Sports Complex and surrounding areas, making way for the highly anticipated Sports and Recreation Center.

The AAA Project is an expansion of the Moosehaven campus including a new Sports and Recreation Center and Riverfront Pavilion. It symbolizes a new chapter for our retirement community, where staying active and engaged is at the forefront of our mission, and is being made possible by the fundraising efforts and generosity of Moose members nationwide.

For more information about the project and pictures of the progress, click here.

2025 College of Regents Conferral Information

The 2025 College of Regents Conferral Session is scheduled for Saturday, May 24, 2025 in the Fieldhouse on the Mooseheart Campus in conjunction with the International Convention in Milwaukee, WI. You SHALL be registered for the convention to be admitted to the College of Regents Session. Matriculants, please be sure your $25 matriculant fee is also paid with your registration. Your registration badge is required.  To pre-register, click here.

The Session is limited to registered Collegians in regalia, and registered Matriculants with call cards for the College of Regents Degree.  ]College of Regents Matriculants may attend the 2025 College of Regents Session provided they have received the Academy of Friendship Degree prior to May 1, 2025. Non-collegians are not permitted to attend the session. Guests are invited to enjoy the Mooseheart campus during the ceremony.

Matriculants and collegians must wear a knee length dress/skirt and ALL BLACK SHOES (no other color trim, heels, or decorations on shoes permitted), not flip flops, not boots/booties, not crocs. YOU WILL NOT BE ADMITTED TO THE SESSION IF YOU ARE WEARING SLACKS, A PANTSUIT, SPLIT SKIRT (SKORT), SHORTS OR DO NOT HAVE ALL BLACK SHOES.

Matriculants – Make sure you bring your cap with green tassel, gown, matriculant ribbon and processed call card (to be mailed to pre-registered matriculants in May). You do not need a capping officer. Order your cap and gown as soon as possible (on or before Feb. 15, 2025) to ensure timely delivery. WE RECOMMEND YOU ORDER EARLY TO ALLOW TIME FOR DELIVERY AS EACH GOWN IS A CUSTOM ORDER. Please direct any questions regarding your order for the Cap and Gown and travel valet to the Moose Catalog Sales Department at (630) 966-2250 or by email. Refer to your call letter for additional information.

Additionally, the College of Regents Meal is a ticketed, pre-paid event open to registered collegians and matriculants. The cost is $45 and the luncheon will be held on Sunday, May 25, 2025 in Milwaukee. Tickets should be pre-purchased as seats are limited and may not be available for purchase on-site.

Please share these details as applicable. Please refer to WOTM GL 100 and 101 for more details. Questions may also be directed to your Chapter Advocate or Denielle Baile. We are looking forward to celebrating with you!

Story Submissions

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Membership Incentive Extended

The Moose International Board of Directors has authorized an extension of the two-year online membership incentive. If an applicant pays for two years using the online Moose application only, the $20 application fee is waived. This program was set to expire on December 31, 2024, however, the Board has extended the program to April 30, 2025.

2025 International Moose Convention Registration and Housing

Registration and housing for the 2025 International Moose Convention in Milwaukee, WI will open online at www.moose2025Milwaukee.org on Monday, December 9th. This coming year’s convention will run from May 22-27, 2025 and will include a day trip to the Mooseheart campus to participate in the high school graduation, Pilgrim Conferral, College of Regents Conferral, campus tours, and other activities. It’s an excellent opportunity to hear what’s happening in the Fraternity during the convention, while having the chance to visit the Mooseheart campus all in one visit. All active members are encouraged to participate.

Wellcare Now Offers Benefits for The Moose

Moose International is pleased to welcome Wellcare as a valued partner, providing information and coverage options for our members to help you get the most out of your Medicare coverage.

Medicare and the various supplemental coverages can be confusing to many individuals, but we want to make navigating through the process easier. In the coming months, you’ll receive information from both The Moose and Wellcare on webinars and in-person events that you can choose to attend that will help you make the choices that are right for you. During these sessions, your host will go over the different parts of Medicare, review the different coverage options and qualifications, and have a Q&A session to help answer your questions so you can make the right coverage choices.

Learn more about this new partnership in the Member Benefits area.