Fall 2023 Quarterly

Chief Marketing Officer

Wendy Theus Barker

Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia

Quarterly Editor/Content Manager

Maddy Fritz

Theta Upsilon–Georgetown College

Alumnae Engagement Manager

Tara Prather

Theta Kappa–University of Virginia

Alumnae Development Manager

Maria Nowicki

Beta Delta–Indiana University Bloomington

Events and Engagement Manager

Louisa Lee

Upsilon–University of Oklahoma

Digital Content Specialist

Katie Sellards –Delta Delta Delta

THE MISSION

The Alpha Gamma Delta Quarterly magazine endeavors to serve as a forum of communication to inspire, educate and challenge members on Fraternity and women’s issues. To rekindle, sustain and excite member loyalty and interest through celebrating and validating sisterhood and recognizing and acknowledging individual and chapter/club accomplishments. To serve as a permanent record and archive, documenting the Fraternity.

PRODUCTION NOTES

The Quarterly is published by the Alpha Gamma Delta International Fraternity and is created by its in-house marketing and communications department. The Fall 2023 issue is digitally distributed to members. In an effort to continue being financially responsible stewards of the Fraternity, we will continue reassessing various distribution methods for the Quarterly going forward. Please continue emailing your article submissions to à quarterly@alphagammadelta.org

Submission deadlines are the first day of September, and March. Visit ® alphagammadelta.org/quarterly-mag to update your mailing address and distribution preferences or to view past issues.

International President's Viewpoint

s the fall weather approaches, I've pulled out my Alpha Gam jacket as my go-to for the chilly temperatures. It never ceases to amaze me how wearing it sparks connection when I least expect it.

Recently, while working local government elections, one of the poll observers noticed my jacket and immediately said “I’m an Alpha Gam!” After I introduced myself, it was fun to find out that she is a recent alumna from our Theta Epsilon Chapter at the University of South Alabama. I enjoyed getting to know about her election management graduate program and post graduation endeavors.

An older gentleman also spotted my jacket, and proceeded to tell me that his mother was a proud Alpha Gam from our Mu chapter at Brenau University. We had a great conversation, and he told me how much she loved being an Alpha Gam.

These conversations easily show how the Alpha Gam experience is not just four years; it’s for life. As a collegiate member, I knew about alumnae chapters and clubs, and that there were women who volunteered for the Fraternity, but beyond that did not have a sense of how valuable the alumnae experience can be.

For example: as I’ve moved, I’ve found doctors and learned about my community through my Alpha Gam connections. Because of Alpha Gam connections, I’ve watched sisters get jobs, as well as support one another during times of great joy or sadness.

The alumnae experience is truly the longest and can be the most impactful part of being an Alpha Gam. While there are opportunities throughout the U.S. and Canada for alumnae involvement as an advisor, or participation in alumnae chapters and clubs, we know that there are many sisters who do not live near a collegiate chapter or an alumnae chapter and club. Consequently, one of the focuses of our strategic plan is alumnae, and how we can

better tap in to opportunities for engagement and connection at all stages of alumnae life.

Earlier this year, we launched a survey for our alumnae to get a better sense of what ways sisters would like to engage with the Fraternity. While the survey responses are being analyzed and considered, various initiatives are already in action. Some of my personal favorites can be found on Facebook: The Alpha Gam Book Club has introduced me to books I might not have read otherwise, and AGD Rose Sisters is about to start the much-anticipated annual squirrel exchange (registration goes through mid-November).

I remain thankful for each alumna who engages with the fraternity in whatever way she can, such as through volunteering, donating to the Foundation, participating in an alumnae group, meeting up with sisters for coffee, or even what you’re doing now— reading the Quarterly. Your engagement ensures that we are here for the next generation of women.

I’m at the point in my Alpha Gam Experience where I’ve been an alumna member nine times longer than I was a collegiate member. While I am so thankful for my collegiate experience, I cherish my alumnae experience. Any time where I have the opportunity to connect with Alpha Gams makes me all the more thankful to be a part of this sisterhood.

Dr. Lee Woodham Langub

International President Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia

In This Issue

Spot a Squirrel Red•Buff•Green Scene

She Said, VST Spotlight Media Mix

Fraternity Updates

Meet the LCs

Holly Brand Feature

MEET THE LCS

Get to know the 2023-24 Leadership Consultants!

HOLLY BRAND, THE SINGING MISSISSIPPI QUEEN

Following up with Holly, Miss Mississippi 2022, and the Top 8 finalist of NBC's The Voice.

ON THE COVER:

Chapter Grand 10 VEDANSHI VALA

WRAPPED IN ALPHA GAM LOVE

A quilt gifted to Jean Steffeck, stitched with love by her sisters, brings warmth and healing.

FYP: Fearless, Young, Powerful.

Frinner: A Girl Dinner Era

Sister Profile: Vedanshi Vala

Sister Profile: Jean Steffeck

Oral History Project Sneak Peek

Margurite Sheperd Initiative

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spot a squirrel

Top Left to Right:  1. Irene Hendricks, Zeta Xi–Cornell University, spotted this thirsty squirrel sign in Chester, Connecticut.  2. Jill Eisenbeis, Mu–Brenau University, sporting her favorite squirrel shirt.  3. Terri Bridy Coker, Gamma Beta–Florida State University, poses with Scout the squirrel at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park in Vancouver.  SPOT A SQUIRREL: Submit your photos online at: ® alphagammadelta.org/quarterly-mag.

Join us in the Peach State as we gather once more in our loving, leading, lasting sisterhood! Hundreds of Alpha Gams will head to Dogwood City to honor fellow sisters at the Feast of Roses and Honors of Epsilon Pi banquets, celebrate the successes of our collegiate and alumnae chapters/clubs, conduct important Fraternity business and party like it’s 1904!

• June 27-29, 2024 • Atlanta Marriott Marquis •

red•buff•green scene

Did you know: If you missed the email, you can view the recent ® Collegiate Chapter Reports online!

Bid Day Love!

Popular Bid Day and Recruitment themes

this year had one thing in common—pink! Our favorite themes on Instagram were Disco Cowgirl and Barbie themed events!

SISTERHOOD SWIFTIES!

Top Left: @siualphagam

Top Right: @uabalphagam

Below: @uwfalphagam

In Our Cottagecore Era

Top to bottom:

 Signature Cardigan (ladies fit): $45, small-2XL.

 Butterfly Script Tee (unisex fit): $24, small-4XL.

 Green Stitch It Tee (unisex fit): $25, small-3XL.

 Gold Plated Greek Horizontal Letter Lavalier: $26.

 Gold Plated Oval Necklace: $32.50

Gold Plated Alpha Gam Script Necklace: $32.50

HANNAH DRAPER

ALPHA GAM

VOLUNTEER POSITION

Volunteer Service Team member of the Alumnae Engagement Committee

CHAPTER & YEAR OF INITIATION

Nu Delta—Georgia College and State University, 2018

FAVORITE PART OF SERVING ON VST

Being able to make long-lasting connections in college as well as after. Connecting with alumnae has been one of the highlights of my life since graduating.

CURRENTLY LISTENING TO

I love occupying my time by listening to podcasts. My favorites are the Journal, Ted Talks, and Sunday Morning.

LATEST BINGE WATCH

Anything new on TV! But one weird quirk I have is that I’ll wait to watch the last episode because then I don’t feel like it has officially ended.

WHAT ARE YOU INSPIRED BY?

Anyone who is always trying their best and making the most out of it.

DREAM JOB

I'd love to be a CEO of a non-profit. It is my dream to help people and run my own company while doing it.

WHAT ARE YOU DOING ON YOUR DAY OFF?

Going to anything wedding related. This year I am attending four weddings, and another as a bridesmaid in my big’s wedding!

FAVORITE INDULGENCE

Tortilla chips and guacamole.

WHAT NEW SKILL HAVE YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO LEARN?

A different language.

WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO?

My first year work anniversary at Manhattan Associates. It is my first job out of college, and I am very thankful to everyone who has gotten me to where I am today.

BADGE STYLE

Plain gold badge with chapter name.

media mix

news affecting our members and the greater fraternity/sorority community

Dr. Laurie Couch

Announced Salisbury University Provost

 Dr. Laurie Couch, Theta Theta–Mississippi State University, is Salisbury University’s new provost and senior vice president of academic affairs. Coming to Salisbury from Morehead State University, she will oversee faculty, research, study abroad and other components of SU’s academic mission. ® Salisbury University.

Alumni Association

Highlights 20 Under 40

 Megan Calder Huggins, Theta Delta–University of North Georgia, was named UNG's "20 Under 40." This recognition was established to honor members of the UNG family for extraordinary accomplishments, significant professional achievements, or distinguished service to others. Megan is the founder and operations manager at Key Title & Escrow. ® UNG.edu.

Reagan Bingaman Receives Study Abroad Grant

 Reagan Bingaman, Epsilon Zeta–Arkansas State University, is the recipient of a $1,000 Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grant. Reagan is one of 125 students across the United States to receive this honor. She recently returned from her study abroad program to Belgium and the Netherlands with the Honors College. ® Astate.edu.

Sydney Branton Named SPIA Ambassador

 Sydney Branton, Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia, was named a 2023-24 Ambassador for the UGA's School of Public & International Affairs. Ambassadors serve at the pleasure of the Dean of the School to bolster SPIA’s reputation with external constituencies, such as alumni, donors, prospective students, and citizens of the local, state and global community. ® SPIA.UGA.edu.

Ariana White Writes

Article Published by Her Campus Blog

 Ariana White, Gamma Beta–Florida State University, is a first-generation college student majoring in Editing, Writing and Media with a minor in Museum Studies and Public Administration. She is passionate about women’s rights, arts & culture, and local politics. Her Campus Media is the #1 media portfolio for college women and Gen Z. ® Her Campus.

Jordan Boban Receives CAWGC Scholarship

 The Contractors Association of Will and Grundy Counties announced its 2023 scholarship winners. Jordan Boban, Rho–Iowa State University, is studying civil engineering with plans to become a construction project manager. The program has awards scholarships to those pursuing degrees in the construction field. ® CAWGC.

Manisha P. Patel Named President-Elect of Greensboro Bar Association

 The GBA and 24th Judicial District elected Attorney Manisha

P. Patel, Theta Chi–Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University, as the PresidentElect of the organization for 2023-24. Manisha has been an active member of the GBA for over a decade, and operates a boutique family law firm based in Greensboro, North Carolina. ® Greensborobar.org.

Social Media Influencer, Ava LeBlanc, Featured in Her Campus Blog Article

 New Member

Ava LeBlanc, Gamma Delta–Auburn University, continues to capture the attention of over 400,000 followers with her TikTok "outfit-of-the-day" videos and her contagious smile. Ava documented her RushTok and Bid Day experience on her social media platforms, and continues to share beauty tips, trending products and her getting ready routines for a typical day in the life of sorority and student life. ® Her Campus.

Stephanie Engle Morrison Gives Back Through Moms' Event Initiatives

 Stephanie Engle Morrison, Delta Tau–Chapman University, hosts events for moms to find a connection. She co-founded Babes and Brews (a monthly girls’ night) and became the ambassador for her local Mom’s Walk Collective (a group of moms that meet twice a month to walk, grab coffee and support each other). ® Chapman.edu.

Madelyn Huth Receives Prestigious Girl Scout Award

 Madelyn Huth, Delta Iota–California State University-Chico, was recognized for obtaining the highest leadership award in Girl Scouts this June. The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest leadership award in Girl Scouts, less than five percent of girls are awarded this honor, nationally. Madelyn's project was based on educating local businesses on the damaging effects of single-use plastics on the environment.

COMMUNITY NEWS

Collin's Law Ensures Education on Hazing During New Student Orientation in Ohio

 A provision in Collin’s Law, Senate Bill 126, now requires Ohio colleges and universities to educate students (either in-person or online) about hazing awareness, prevention, intervention, and the institution’s anti-hazing policy during new student orientation, starting this year. Collin's Law also requires that institutions maintain reports and publicly post specific information related to hazing on two occasions throughout the year: January 1 and August 1. Collin’s Law, named for Ohio University freshman Collin Wiant after his hazing-related death in 2018, expanded the definition of hazing, increased penalties for failure to report hazing, required the adoption of an anti-hazing policy and educational program for students, and added an ongoing reporting requirement. ® JDSupra.com.

Debbie

Taussig

Boehner Co-authors Book Based on a True Story

 The Suitcase is a tour-de-force, an imagining of the autobiography of an opportunistic Czech playboy, who avoided legal troubles and subsequently, the Holocaust by moving to Shanghai. There, he joined the fight against fascism, and later continued that struggle in London while his family was murdered in the camps.

This is the true story of Vladimír George Taussig, a veteran of the Great War whose unfortunate decisions in his native Prague forced him to flee to Shanghai where he fell in with high society-until the Japanese invasion, the beginning of World War II, encroached on the Shanghailanders' rollicking lifestyle. On the other side of the world, his family's lives began to disintegrate when Czechoslovakia was occupied and the horrors of the war reached their doorstep. Available on Amazon. ® The Suitcase: The Life and Times of Captain X.

Alex Kennedy Facilitates Alcohol Awareness Community Talks

 Alex Kennedy, Alpha Upsilon–Central Michigan University director of member education and experience at Delta Tau Delta, facilitated two community talks at Wittenberg University's campus. The initiative aimed to promote conversations about alcohol and other drug misuse with the goal of providing education and prevention efforts within communities schools, and universities. ® Wittenberg.edu

"In 2012 I began to explore the contents of an old suitcase that was left by my father who died in 1966. A fascinating story emerged that simply had to be told. After years of research and writing, The Suitcase: The Life and Times of Captain X was published by Earnshaw Books LTD in February 2023."

BOOK CLUB Alpha Gam

Here's your opportunity to connect with alumnae and explore themes important to modern women. Each year, the book club reads, learns and joins together with sisters virtually.

Here's your opportunity to connect with alumnae and explore themes important to modern women. Each year, the book club reads, learns and joins together with sisters—locally and virtually.

Join the Facebook Group ® bit.ly/AGD-Book-Club

fraternity updates

Leadership Consultant Program

The 2023-24 LC Team made 40 Growth visits to support 36 collegiate chapters during Spirit Week and Primary Recruitment this fall. The team is scheduled to make 88 total visits to 69 chapters this fall, and many more in the spring term! Keep up with their travels by following @AlphaGamLCs on Instagram. The 2024-25 LC Application opened October 16 and closes November 13. Learn more at ® alphagammadelta.org/leadership-consultant

University of Tennessee, Knoxville Extension Update: Searching for Pearl Sisters

This May, we announced we are re-establishing our Gamma Nu Chapter at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in the Fall of 2024. We are looking for alumnae who would be interested in serving as Pearl Sisters for our new member class. These new sisters will not have the benefit of having older sisters on campus to serve as their Big Sisters. If you would like to connect one-on-one with a new Alpha Gamma Delta sister, please fill out the interest form at this link: ® https://forms.office.com/r/ e6PdvT1Ypw. We will contact you in the spring and summer of 2024 to discuss details and get ready to welcome these women to our sisterhood. Space is limited so sign up today. Feel free to follow along on Instagram @utkalphagam for more updates!

Share Your Thoughts About an Alpha Gam Travel Program

We're looking into creating a travel program to help us plan worldwide adventures for Alpha Gam collegians and alumnae. We need your help figuring out how much interest there is in group travel with members, and what kind of trips you are interested in. Take this ® short survey (and share with others who may be interested) to help us gather feedback. Questions or additional feedback? Contact Louisa Lee at llee@alphagammadelta.org.

Fraternity Resolutions

Are you considering submitting an amendment to our governing documents for the 2024 International Convention? Submission of resolutions prior to Convention allows us to make appropriate time in the schedule for thoughtful discussion. Need more information? Visit ® https://alphagammadelta.org/leadership/internationalconvention after November 15 to find out more. Proposed resolutions must be postmarked on or before January 31, 2024. Proposed amendments must be submitted in resolution form. All supporting documentation for proposed amendments should be submitted at the same time as the proposed resolutions. We have prepared a resolution template for your convenience. Following review by the Documents Audit Committee and International Council, proposed resolutions will be drafted in proper sequence and distributed prior to Convention to all collegiate chapters and alumnae groups and all individuals entitled to vote at Convention. Your cooperation in preparing for this important business as early as possible is appreciated!

Alpha Gam Celebrates Over 1,100 Alumnae Initiates! Apply Now for Convention Initiation

Did You Know since our inception, Alpha Gamma Delta has initiated over 1,100 women as Alumnae Initiates? The ® Alpha Gam Alumnae Initiation Program offers a chance for relatives, friends or associates of Alpha Gamma Delta members to experience our unique and lifelong sisterhood. Over the years, we have initiated mothers, sisters, daughters, grandmothers, aunts, friends, co-workers and more into Alpha Gamma Delta. Women who are past college age and have never been initiated into another National Panhellenic or Pan-Hellenic Organization, and whose character and values are in alignment with our Purpose, are eligible for membership.

Do you know a perfect candidate? Invite her to meet up with you and a few other Alpha Gams to get to know your circle of Alpha Gam friends. This can be in conjunction with planned alumnae club/chapter events, or just on your own if you are not located near an alumnae chapter or club. If she feels it is something she would like to pursue, share the ® Alumnae Initiate Brochure with her.

A special way to be initiated into Alpha Gamma Delta as an alumna is to be initiated at Convention in Atlanta this summer. Applications for Convention initiation are due by February 1, 2024.

Submit an Honors of Epsilon Pi Nomination

The Honors of Epsilon Pi recognition program recognizes sisters who have given faithful and outstanding service at either the local or international level. Honors are awarded by the Fraternity at every International Convention. For qualifications and information on submitting a nomination, please refer to the Honors of Epsilon Pi Handbook, which can be found in the Honors of Epsilon Pi tile under Alumnae Chapters and Clubs in Acorn. Petitions are due by December 1, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. ET. The most recent ® Honors of Epsilon Pi recipient list is published each October following International Convention.

Empower Program Given AFA Award of Excellence

The Fraternity is proud to share that Empower was awarded the Excellence in Educational Programming Award from the Association of Fraternity/ Sorority Advisors! This award is given annually to the fraternity/sorority whose innovative educational program provides a meaningful experience for its members. Alpha Gamma Delta will be recognized for the Empower program in December 2023 at the AFA Annual Meeting in Tampa, FL.

The second year of Empower was launched this fall with the addition of a Peer Mentor program. A select number of members who completed Empower last spring were invited to return and serve as mentors to the new class of collegiate participants. These exceptional members will work alongside alumna volunteers to co-facilitate monthly Empower meetings. Through this program, Peer Mentors will further develop their leadership skills by leading discussions within their cohorts and completing a curriculum designed to connect their leadership experience to their future endeavors following graduation.

View the ® full list of Empower participants, peer mentors and facilitators, or learn more about the ® AFA Awards. Empower is generously funded by the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation.

BRI HEVERIN

Alpha Lambda–Ohio State University | Cincinnati, OH Psychology Major

Leadership Consultants meet the 2023-24

LIZ PETERSON

Delta Upsilon–Boise State University | Pasco, WA |Sociology Major

ANNIE WINKLER

Zeta Pi–St. Joseph's University | Philadelphia, PA | Cellular & Molecular Biology Major

Do we wish that we could have caught the premiere of the "Barbie" movie with the rest of the LC team? You betcha! Not only are this year's LCs stepping on campuses with their bold, pink, sparkly outfits, they are also enjoying quiet time with their Kindles and favorite podcasts and sharing inspiration with others. They're confident, caffeinated and living their best College Grad Era. The sisterhood is strong with the 2023-24 LCs!

LIZ GARTLAND

Beta Theta–University of Wisconsin Whitewater Wisconsin | HR & General Management Major

LINDY ROSE

Nu Delta–Georgia College and State University | Brunswick, GA Communication Major

PRIYA NANGIA

Psi–University of Alabama | Knoxville, TN | Chemistry Major

This year the LC program welcomes back Bri Heverin and Liz Peterson, you may be surprised to learn that these fellow Swifties both love a vanilla cold brew. You might catch Bri donning platform shoes and Rare Beauty liquid blush, her favorite items in her wardrobe right now. First impressions start with, "Putting your best self forward with a smile and your favorite outfit!" Which we think is a fitting motto for her inner wannabe fashion designer. Liz P. is all about trying new things this season, new podcasts, puppy yoga and her newest TikTok purchase, blue telescopic mascara. While we still fully support her childhood dream of being Hannah Montana, the influence that inspires her the most is, of course, her mom, grandmothers, and this quote from her dad, "If you get excited about the small things in life, you’ll have more to get excited about.” We appreciate her optimism, enthusiasm and affinity for buffalo chicken pizza.

Excited to welcome our four new LCs this year, we start our introductions with Annie Winkler. Her two best friends would describe her as hardworking, caring and driven. With a macadamia nut cold brew in one hand and a firm handshake with the other, Annie's tip for a great first impression is being present and engaged in conversation. Some of her favorite things include the "Miss Congeniality" podcast hosted by Eli Rallo, her Kindle and Alpha Gamma Disco Bid Day themes! One piece of advice that she often shares with others is, "Other people should bring you happiness, but they should never be your source of happiness."

Liz Gartland is also proud to admit her favorite influenced purchase is her Kindle, too! We love her outdoorsy personality like she loves her Chacos, "My Chacos would describe me as spirited, nature-loving and a little clumsy!" One piece of advice from a camp counselor that has stayed with her through the years is, "Be Willing. Be Flexible. Be Joyous.” Liz G. looks up to several influential women in leadership, including Hannah Neeleman (Mrs. American 2023), women's health advocates, Maddie Miles and Sarah Tilse, and listens to "The Health Code Daily" podcast. We'd join Liz G. for one of her makeshift charcuterie Girl Dinners anytime, paired with her favorite: cortado with a splash of local honey; yes, please!

The LC Team's Favorite Badge Style: Crown Pearl & Crown Pearl with Tiffany Diamond

Another relatable Girl Dinner we'd love to join is with Lindy Rose. Her go-to on-the-road Girl Dinner is ChicFil-A chicken nuggets with fries, Diet Dr. Pepper and Polynesian sauce. Nothing goes together better than Chic-Fil-A and her favorite saying, Jeremiah 29:11, "It's my favorite verse that I always lean on when I need encouragement." She is a music buff with star-studded wardrobe vibes, frequently wearing her favorite white and silver sparkly star skirt on campus visits. Inspired by her great-grandmother's heart of service, one day, she hopes to work with a big nonprofit organization.

Last, but certainly not least, we welcome Priya Nangia! Her friends would describe her as joyful, dedicated and always with a Coke Zero in hand! Growing up she dreamed of being a doctor, these days she loves a good crime junkie podcast. Priya is inspired by her Chapter Advisors, and lives by sage advice: "Be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger," and, "You can't light yourself on fire to keep other people warm." Priya has learned to light up a room with a smile, her best tool for making a great first impression. We can't help but feel a resurgence of this trend, as Priya also carries a Kindle, one of her favorite influenced purchases that is 100% worth it!

The 2024-25 LC Application closes November 13. Learn more at ® alphagammadelta.org/leadershipconsultant.

In case you missed the last issue of the Quarterly , singer Holly Brand, Psi–University of Alabama, now Mrs. Holly Brand Davis, was featured on the Spring 2023 issue’s cover. Holly made it to the Top 8 semifinals of season 23 of NBC’s "The Voice." We interviewed Holly while she was competing on The Voice, and as promised, here is her story.

This Mississippi girl was destined for a national stage at a young age.

Singer Holly Brand competed on "The Voice" stage at the ripe age of 22, but she had been performing and competing since she was a little girl. Holly spent her teenage years gaining exposure as an artist at any and every festival, fair and talent competition that she could enter. However, her musical roots started in the church, (ironically, the same church that lead singer Haley Williams from Paramore used to attend in her younger years). Holly's father was a Minister of Music in the church, very talented

loved and looked up to strong female singers in the country music industry, such as Carrie Underwood, LeAnn Rhymes, Reba McEntire, Martina McBride and Faith Hill. As she got older, she started experiencing with pop and a little bit of rock, and of course, found her love for Kelly Clarkson.

vocally and instrumentally, which obviously made an impression on Holly from a young age (with the first place she ever publicly sang being at church).

There was no doubt of the country influences on Holly’s singing style from her three-chair-turn blind audition of “Mississippi Girl” by country artist Faith Hill (another Mississippi girl). Throughout the entire competition, Holly stayed true to her roots.

“I primarily sing country, and I lead

Holly remembers Kelly Clarkson turning her chair first during her audition, followed by Niall Horn and Chance the Rapper. The show features five levels of competition: Blind Auditions, Battle Rounds, Knockouts, Playoffs and Live Performance Shows. Contestants have only 90 seconds to wow the judges during the Blind Auditions. About five seconds after Holly started singing, Kelly turned her chair.

“Going into it, everybody just wants to make a team. In the back of my mind, I was really hoping that Kelly or Blake Shelton would turn because, of course, Blake is the country coach, and it's his last season. But Kelly is also from the south, and she does some work in country music too and has won the show with country artists. So, I’ve always said that if I did 'The Voice,' I would either be on Team Blake or Team Kelly.

While Holly ended up choosing Kelly as her coach, she got to thank Blake for the inspiration and role that he played in her life as a young singer. When Holly was 10 years old, she got to open for Blake in concert, and that was the moment she realized that she wanted to be an artist, the moment captured in a photo with Blake in her hometown of Meridian in 2010.

“Singing became something that I wanted to make a career. That’s when I knew what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. It changed the vibe of my performances, and it definitely changed the game for me. I was really grateful to be able to tell Blake that, even though he didn't turn his chair, to be able to

walk down there and show him the picture and thank him for inspiring me. That's a really cool moment that I’ll have for the rest of my life.”

Since joining Team Kelly, Holly has been close with her teammates and coach. While the show touts pinning artists against each other, Holly describes the atmosphere as an encouraging environment rather than a competitive one. She’s gained good friends out of the positive experience, and grown her confidence through every performance and coaching session with Kelly.

“Kelly is absolutely amazing. I love her. What you see on TV is really how she is in person. I think one thing that I've learned from her that has been a game-changer for me is trusting myself and trusting my abilities and what I’m capable of."

Holly knew for years that she wanted to audition for "The Voice," but she prayed and waited for the right time. It’s hard to stand out amongst the competition at the national level. However, Holly learned to recognize that everyone brings something special to the table and that you can’t compare yourself or doubt your abilities.

“If you're going to do something like 'The Voice,' you have to be sure of yourself because when you get to that stage of the game, everybody's good. And it's really easy to try to compare yourself to somebody else. I’m glad that I auditioned when I did. I wouldn’t have been able to do it without a sense of security in myself.”

Her years of experience singing on stage and competing in pageants definitely helped prepare her talent,

although nothing could have prepared her for the day that she received the call from the producers.

“I ended up recording a video of myself singing in my house and didn't think anything about it. I didn't think that anybody was going to see it. I got an email a couple of months later, submitted other videos of me singing, and then a week after I was crowned Miss Mississippi, I got a phone call that I was going to Los Angeles to film a blind audition. Honestly, I just couldn't believe it.”

Seeing herself on TV is something that is still a shock. While she grew accustomed to watching herself do pageants and interviews, singing is different. It’s easy to get wrapped up in the fame and limelight, yet Holly stays grounded through her faith.

“It's easy to get distracted and lose sight of who you are and what you believe in. For me, my faith is probably the main thing that keeps me grounded. The Bible talks about keeping our eyes on the Lord and seeking him first. I don't want to get distracted by that, and it's something that I pray about every day. That, and of course my family, keeps me grounded.”

One moment that nearly caused Holly to lose her cool, though, was meeting country music legend Reba McEntire. Reba appeared as the season's Mega Mentor for the Knockouts round.

“I literally cried when I saw that Reba was the Mega Mentor. My family is absolutely obsessed with her. She’s absolutely the queen of country music!” Holly gushed. Holly and the other contestants rehearsed for and received advice from Reba prior to the Knockout Premiere (episodes 11 and 12).

Holly surpassed much of the season’s competition, reaching the Semifinals milestone and securing a Top Eight

performance which was aired on live TV. Among Holly’s vocal talents are some unique riffs, yodels and some other vocal tricks and runs that set her apart from your typical artist. She incorporated several higher register whistle notes throughout the season that you typically don't hear in country music. (Imagine a blend of Martina McBride’s voice and Mariah Carey's voice.) Even though she didn’t get the opportunity on the show, she also plays the piano and ukulele and used to play mandolin when she was younger.

Having the opportunity to work with the coaches and gain exposure on a national scale, Holly’s goal was always to pursue music after the show. While she would love to make a record deal one day, she is exploring moving to Nashville to pursue a career as a country and Christian artist. After the end of the season, Holly had more big news to announce. Since leaving the show, Holly revealed her secret engagement and wedding that took place in the late summer. Staying true to her roots and bedazzled knee-high cowgirl boots, Holly continues to sing and lead worship in venues across Georgia, Tennessee and, of course, Mississippi.

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Viewers can stream Holly’s Season 23 performances of The Voice on Peacock or Hulu + Live TV.

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Photos furnished by Holly Brand and Instagram.com @MissHollyBrand.

Alpha Gamma Delta Quarterly

FYP FYP

Fearless, Young , Powerful.

What's Important to Gen Z?

Making up nearly 30% of the world’s population, Generation Z is a force to be reckoned with. As a generation that, on average, had their first smartphone by their 12th birthday, Gen Z is more digitally active and connected than generations past. With curated algorithms and social feeds perfectly catered to their interests, Gen Z knows what they’re passionate about.

Where

do you want to make change?

“I’m studying Social Work, and I want to create and implement policies that advocate for change for minority youth in America and give them access to more services. Eventually, I want to run for Congress and review policies to ensure they’re beneficial.”

Top Responses: "New Girl," "Gilmore Girls," and "Criminal Minds."

Halle Theno | University of Central Missouri–Epsilon Lambda

Don’t call, just text.

Text: 57%

Face-time: 43%

TikTok vs. Instagram

TikTok: 66%

Instagram: 34%

Top 3 Favorite Artists Taylor Swift

Noah Kahan

Harry Styles

Taylor writes about her personal experiences in a very meaningful way, and a lot of her song lyrics really resonate with me." Grace Betts | Illinois State University–Beta Omicron

All of Taylor Swift’s songs are very catchy and easy to listen to. They always brighten my day!”

Soleil Dam | San Diego State University–Delta Eta

Noah Kahan and his music has been my saving grace!" Dani Blake | University of Montevallo–Gamma Upsilon

Ilove that Harry Styles has so many songs that preach kindness and inclusivity.” Kylee Liddle | University of South Carolina–Theta Omega

*We polled approximately 400 Instagram users that follow @AlphaGamIHQ. Here's what they prefer:

What are you passionate about?

Sarah Ware | Florida State University–Gamma Beta

“In high school, it became clear to me that I was very passionate about education. After my apprentice teaching during my senior year of college, I plan on getting my Masters in Education, and I would like to be a middle or high school science teacher, like my dad.”

“I’m passionate about giving back to my community because I personally know what it’s like to be in difficult situations and need help from others. Giving back to my community fills me with such joy to see how a little of my time can make such a big impact on others."

Kathryn Keatts | Austin Peay State University–Theta Psi

By Maddy Fritz, Theta Upsilon–Georgetown College Content Manager & Alpha Gamma Delta Quarterly Editor

iving in Kentucky, I've always appreciated southern cooking. My mama was raised on fresh garden tomatoes and biscuits made from scratch, so, naturally, those family recipes made an impression on me at a young age... Fast forward to when my hometown friends and I reach our mid-twenties, we collectively set a goal to host more home-cooked meals, and just like that, our supper club era began.

Frinner A Girl Dinner Era Frinner

The idea sounded southern as all get out. We joked about frivolous dinner attire, dainty lace-trim gloves, and sipping drinks with our pinkies up! All jokes aside, we agreed that a laid-back weeknight commitment would be ideal and easy to squeeze into our calendars. So, we settled on a weekly casual friend dinner, or Frinner, as the supper became affectionately called.

The idea quickly caught on. The concept of Frinner was to rotate hosting dinner at each of our houses, leaving spouses and partners to fend for themselves (this was a time when none of us had kids yet, so, of course, there was no shame in enforcing this rule). The dinners allowed us the opportunity to enjoy more budget-friendly time together, with zero stipulations on what time you arrived or left, or what you were wearing. It was simple and convenient. Once a week, just show up and eat. The idea started with our group of 10 women. We each took turns testing out new recipes, opening our homes and dedicating a part of our week to friendship.

As you can imagine, most of us in our mid-twenties were just trying to succeed at providing a meal that wasn’t burnt. However, the no-frills expectations meant that every meal was appreciated equally. As a single lady used to cooking dinner for one, I quickly learned to appreciate the amount of effort it took to cook a meal for a group of people.

I’m sure those who can relate will testify; nothing other than trial and error can prepare you for the responsibility of hosting a home-cooked meal for others. Thankfully, my friends and I are able to laugh about the recipes that wouldn’t make the cut if we ever decided to document a Frinner-themed cookbook!

A Girl Dinner Era

I personally remember one of the nights that I hosted Frinner. On this particular event, I found myself one step behind in a series of small catastrophes. The potatoes took longer than expected to cook, I forgot to put the brownies in the oven, I barely had enough seating for all my friends (in my small two-bedroom rental house), the TV remote went missing, and at one point, I ran out of clean forks. There’s an old saying: That’s small potatoes, which implies not fretting about the little things in comparison to what’s important.

When I was too busy worrying about the figurative small potatoes (and the undercooked ones), I forgot to focus on enjoying the good company that filled my home. When I took a moment to be present, I captured the view of my friends laughing and catching up in a space where they felt welcome and safe to vent, celebrating weekly wins and the occasional gossip (or prayer requests, as a southern lady might imply).

Social media may have part of society convinced that a dinner party isn’t worth doing without festive décor or

Instagrammable moments. What I love most about our Frinner is that we prioritize connections and hospitality. We didn’t need to establish a dinner schedule to realize that our group had shared values. But in doing so, we found that we created a dedicated space for support, no matter what kind of day you had or season of life you were in. To this day, we’re all fortunate for the support system woven throughout our twenties and early thirties, a time when change is frequent and inevitable.

As years went on, our Frinner crew grew. From my niece being our first Frinner baby, to a surprise pregnancy reveal captured on camera during dinner. Our supper club quickly evolved to include children (and the occasional desperate dad who forgot mom wasn’t cooking that night). Most of my favorite memories from Frinner are spending time with friends as they all reached various milestones: their first pregnancies, new jobs and promotions, wedding announcements, moving to a new house, celebrating 30-Before-30 bucket lists and other family milestones (or fur-baby milestones, for those of us pet parents).

Even more memorable were the one-off themed Frinners. We had a few closet purges where we all left dinner with a car full of hand-me-down items. There were a couple of Halloweenthemed events where we incorporated costumes, and even a few Friends-giving (Thanksgiving) potluck-themed dinners. Our mothers grew fascinated with our commitment to our Frinner schedule. It wasn’t long before we held an honorary Mother’s Day Frinner, where we invited our mothers to dine with us. Of

course, us daughters would not let our mothers cook a single thing—our southern mamas were impressed!

And then there were the times when we couldn’t gather at all, among the yearslong social distancing that took place. Our Frinners paused, like everything else in the world, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. When the time was right, we circled back to what we all craved the most, in-person connections. Now, we rotate Frinner on a monthly basis to better accommodate all our busy schedules. There’s still no obligation or pressure to attend, you can show up with your ducks all in a row, or show up with your ducks running around with their iPads. We accept whoever takes the time to join us for dinner, no questions asked (even spouses and dads, bless their hearts).

There’s something communal and fulfilling about joining others for mealtime. I’m blessed to have a group of friends that I can rely on, whether it’s for sharing a meal or sharing a story. The proof isn’t always in the pudding, so to speak; the importance lies within the effort made and the memories that last. We all deserve to feel a sense of belonging. When it comes down to it, you don’t have to be southern to start a supper club. You don’t have to have a polished home to show hospitality. Creating a sense of belonging can be as easy as inviting some tired mamas to a kid-free dinner, or grabbing brunch with a few friends. Find something that you look forward to that fits into your schedule like a (lace-trim) glove. Just remember, it doesn’t have to be perfect. It will be okay if you burn the store-bought biscuits.

VCo-Founder of Canadian Non-profit Creates Platform for Women's Safety

edanshi Vala, Delta Zeta–University of British Columbia, Co-Founder and Executive Director of BOLT Safety Society, and 2022 L’Oréal Women of Worth Award honouree, leads with passion for survivors of social impact causes such as sexual assault, abuse, violence and human trafficking. A caution to readers: This content contains discussion of sexual violence that may be sensitive to some audiences. Our purpose is to inform and bring awareness of social impact issues.

WhenVedanshi was in grade 10, she and the other co-founders entered their idea for a wearable personal safety device, into a global competition in hopes of obtaining a $1 million prize to develop a technology-based solution for women’s safety. After being eliminated from the competition, they realized the immense need for this platform and continued with the launch of BOLT Safety Society a few years later.

What is BOLT? It is a youthfounded, federally-registered not-for-profit building safer

and equitable communities. The organization endeavors to end violence, harassment and abuse through a variety of community-focused programming, all centralized onto a digital platform. The organization is volunteerrun by a group of advisors, staff, officers, managers and directors.

“We have a database of resources for survivors of sexual violence and their allies,” Vedanshi states about the digital platform, “Part of the platform includes educational articles in an effort to flip victim-blaming narratives and promote survivor-centric mindsets. We work with local social workers, mental health professionals, safety experts, and academics to curate our platform content and frame our approaches.”

What inspired Vedanshi to get involved in social work? Her family values instilled a desire

to contribute to the world’s work at a young age. Various community and school leadership opportunities gave her the skills to eventually lead a team of her own.

“I was raised in a family where I was taught that I should use my knowledge, platforms, and privilege to help others. Over time, as I went through the world as a young woman, I learned about the harsh reality that one in three women globally face some form of sexual violence. The older I got, the more stories I heard from people I loved about their own experiences. I wanted to be part of the solution.”

people requires a deep investment of emotional energy. Vedanshi has both words of encouragement and advice for those passionate about pursuing careers in social impact.

"The harsh reality is that one in three women globally face some form of sexual violence."

The nature of social impact work is both a blessing and a challenge. Helping other

"Social impact is extremely rewarding as a career; we need more people in social impact. However, you can’t help others if you are not okay. Selfcare and love is one of the best ways to spread love in the world. When working in social impact, you have to be extremely vigilant about your own mental health, and the wellbeing of your team. Recently, when I returned home from leading a humanitarian mission to Kenya for BOLT Safety Society, I was in the car as our driver (Continued on page 22.)

(Continued from page 20.) rescued two girls who’d been kidnapped, robbed, raped, and left on the side of the road. Seeing the atrocity of these crimes firsthand leaves its mark. It’s not easy to talk about the worst things happening in the world, from sexual assaults, to domestic abuse, to female genital mutilation, to child marriages, to human trafficking. Reaching out for help from your support system is essential.”

A major priority for BOLT to continue their impact work in Canada, extending impact communities globally, conducting research and maintaining free digital resources, is to generate more funding. Their work has already extended to the U.S., Kenya, India, Turkey and Morocco. BOLT is working on a multi-country, multi-continental project that will provide a comprehensive understanding of the status of violence, to which the findings will be shared in a documentary. BOLT has been able to reach several impactful milestones, including executing 22 Safe Hubs across 8 cities, over 5,400 hours volunteered since incorporation, over 23,000 people impacted globally, 90,000 impressions across platforms. With additional public support, BOLT hopes to continue to impact more lives through their ongoing fundraising platform, accessible online at ® ko-fi. com/boltsafety

Vedanshi continues to collaborate with others to further the causes she is passionate about. Recently, Vedanshi represented BOLT Safety Society as a delegate through Equal Chance, at the Commission on the Status of Women’s 67th session at United Nations Headquarters in New York. What was it like speaking at seven high-level conference events?

“The experience was quite cool, and I learned a lot from everyone else at the conference, and left with many good friends around the world. I’m excited to see how this network can be tapped into for global partnerships in the time to come.”

Of course, Vedanshi’s partnership through

the L’Oreal Women of Worth Award gave her a higher platform and more resources to further her cause for women’s safety solutions. She was the youngest in her cohort, and the only honouree representing the Indian and Rajput communities, especially proud to wear her mother’s traditional jewelry for her honouree speech.

“When the award came around, it certainly made me pause for a second and realize how far we’d come since we got started in high school. I think this award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of my team, our mentors, and our supportive community. I’ve learned that we are stronger together, and being part of the Women of Worth family has connected me to a global network of strong women leading change in their communities.”

As for what is upcoming for Vedanshi, her socially conscious jewelry brand, MAZE, is building things, soon to come. Next year she will return to India to lead a BOLT Safety humanitarian mission to gain a deeper understanding of the local issues around sexual violence and domestic abuse, and how we can work with partners on-ground for future interventions.

"While we were in India in the summer of 2022, I’d co-presented a workshop to women and girls from rural communities, and one of my co-facilitators was a medical doctor. One of the participants came up to her after the workshop and asked to take a picture together, saying that this was the first time she’d stood next to a female doctor. It’s these small things that make a difference, and if you are truly passionate about it, social impact is extremely rewarding as a career.”

BOLT Safety will continue to partner with other non-profits, while looking to grow in capacity. The end goal is to be a central hub for the sexual violence prevention and response space. If you’d like to contribute to BOLT Safety Society’s cause, online donations can be made at ® ko-fi.com/ boltsafety.

FHC PRESIDENT

Caroline Mahoney

Gamma Phi–Georgia Institute of Technology | Senior Director of Finance for The Home Depot

How do you define success?

Success is such a finite word, as though we have one goal that can be achieved or checked off. That being said, I have always loved the tagline Inspire the Woman. Impact the World. As an alumna, it has always driven and motivated me to engage with other Alpha Gams. Whether it be as an Advisor to a Collegiate Chapter or serving on VST, my focus has been to inspire the women I have the opportunity to engage with, to hopefully see them impact the world. And when our women Live with Purpose, success will follow.

The last book you read?

Andy Cohen's "The Daddy Diaries," but one of my favorites is "The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah.

FHC VICE PRESIDENT

Mary Kate Toomey Daly

Zeta Zeta- Worcester Polytechnic Institute | Engineering Project Manager for Dell Technologies

What is your favorite part of being on the FHC Board of Directors?

I love the camaraderie of collaborating with smart women to generate solutions and help define the direction for the organization.

What is your favorite Alpha Gam memory?

It was living in the house! I loved having so many sisters around for fun and support. And the friendships that still exist to this day.

FHC DIRECTOR

Libby Kavoulakis

Alpha Omega–Duquesne University Business Coach for Pivot-Transformational Business Coaching

What inspires you?

Knowledge. I love to learn and be exposed to new experiences. Every situation is an opportunity to gain knowledge.

What is your favorite hobby?

I am a huge professional football fan, so I spend half the year watching games and half a year analyzing the previous season and anticipating the upcoming season.

The Fraternity Housing Corporation board of directors casts the vision, sets the standards and monitors the performance of the FHC. This past summer the FHC said goodbye to outgoing president, Mary Beth Dulcey Morabito, Zeta Beta–Lehigh University, and welcomed a new board member, Libby Kavoulakis, Alpha Omega–Duquesne University. Read on to learn more about the FHC Board of Directors!

FHC DIRECTOR

Jennifer Smentek Mores

Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia | Insurance Account

Executive for James R. Favor & Company

OUTGOING FHC PRESIDENT

Mary Beth Dulcey Morabito

Zeta Beta–Lehigh University

Thank you, Mary Beth Dulcey Morabito, outgoing FHC President, for your service and dedication to Alpha Gamma Delta and the Fraternity Housing Corporation!

Mary Beth served the Fraternity for 33 years and the FHC for nine years. The FHC is grateful for Mary Beth’s leadership and perseverance navigating the FHC through periods of growth as well as the COVID-19 crisis.

What is your favorite part of being on the FHC Board of Directors?

I enjoy seeing how sorority housing continues to evolve to meet the needs of our chapters and members.

What is your favorite Alpha Gam memory?

Attending my first Alpha Gamma Delta Convention in 1993 in Chicago as a Leadership Consultant. I keep in touch with the amazing women I traveled with that year.

FHC DIRECTOR

Cynthia Hunt

Delta Alpha–University of Southern California | Client Development Director, Board Services for Spencer Stuart

What is your favorite part of being on the FHC Board of Directors?

The talented, smart, interesting sisters who also serve on the FHC Board and CEO. What a terrific team!

Something that not many people know about me is:

I rang the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange in April 2013.

WWrapped in Alpha Gam Love

By Jean White Steffeck, Alpha Sigma–Indiana University of Pennsylvania

e often think of our friendships fondly when we're celebrating life's triumphs, but what happens when there's a stumbling block? When Jean joined Alpha Gamma Delta, she had no idea how it would carry on throughout her life.

Icall Pittsburgh my hometown, now I live in a motorhome traveling the U.S. full-time with my husband, two kids, and dog. We bought our first motorhome at the advent of COVID-19. (I couldn't fathom homeschooling and being housebound in Oregon, where it's rainy most of the year.) It was the best decision! It taught us that we didn't need most of the material items we had. In 2020-21, we went to national parks and monuments, visited friends and family, harvested pecans in Arkansas, rode horses in New Mexico, hunted scorpions in Arizona, swam

in the crystal waters of the Gulf of Mexico, and ate warm beignets at Cafe Du Monde. The education my children received on these adventures is invaluable.

Before our decision to motorhome travel full-time, we moved to Portland and lived there for 14 years. When I first moved there, I didn't know anyone, so I searched for a local Alumnae Club. I went to a meeting, joined the Greater Portland Alumnae Club in 2009, and the rest is history! I've served as an executive officer continuously since then, and I'm currently the Editor.

I have a core group of women who have supported me through the good and the bad! When I was first pregnant with my son, the club organized a baby shower. Given that I d idn't have family in Portland, it meant the world to me. The club surprised me again when I was pregnant with my baby girl—my favorite gift was an

Last year, when I was diagnosed with cancer, the group wrapped its arms around me and smothered me with support. They check in with me constantly and send letters and items to make me smile and lift my spirits. The most tangible effort came in the form of a love quilt. The club secretly conspired to make a gorgeous quilt by personalizing messages of love and hope. Mary Sampson Fay, Epsilon Beta –University of Kansas arranged for sisters to personalize white fabric hearts and sent them to Alice Ann Wetzel, Alpha Lambda –The Ohio State University, who incorporated the hearts into a red, buff and green masterpiece. I took that quilt with me to chemo and was able to physically wrap myself in Alpha Gam love!

"My goal is to raise awareness for this type of cancer and to encourage women."

Though my father passed of brain cancer when I was 10, and my mom is a two-time survivor of breast cancer, my cancer was not hereditary. However, my mother's oncologist advised me to start getting screenings at 35, so I went religiously. My last clean mammogram was in August 2021. In May 2022, I felt a small pea-sized lump in my breast. Within two weeks, I was diagnosed with IDC— invasive intraductal carcinoma. I waited for further testing to find out my cancer came back triple-negative, also known as TNBC. It's one of the more invasive, aggressive, harderto-treat cancers and tends to have a poorer prognosis. TNBC accounts for 10-15% of all breast cancers, for which the only treatment is chemo/ immunotherapy. (Continued on page 27.)

Alpha Gamma Delta onesie.

CREATING STRONGER FUTURES

FOR SCHOLARS. FOR LEADERS. FOR SISTERS.

A SNEAK PEEK OF SOME MEMBERS' STORIES THAT WILL APPEAR IN THE ALPHA GAMMA DELTA ORAL HISTORY PROJECT, WHICH WILL BE PUBLISHED WINTER 2023.

IWwent through recruitment on a dare from a friend, and I'm so thankful I did. Alpha Gam helped me come out of my shell and form genuine connections with people and maintain friendships. In 2021, at the age of 27, I was diagnosed with a rare neuromuscular disease that temporarily paralyzed me. I'm still disabled to this day with limited mobility and constant pain. A couple of sisters got me involved as an advisor virtually, and it's provided me with a sense of purpose and belonging again."

ANNA MOSS, Theta Psi– Austin Peay

State University

hat inspired me to choose Alpha Gam? I was looking for a community, a place where I could find people who got me and have peer to peer support. Some of my closest friends were my sorority sisters. After I earned my master's degree, spent 20 years in the consulting world and found my way to the nonprofit space. I lead a national organization that supports children whose parents have cancer."

ALICIA KABIR SOPKO, Zeta Eta–Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

We just had fun together! I remember the late-night trips to Dairy Queen in Athens, Georgia, to get a hot fudge sundae to help us get through studying! I developed relationships with my sisters that I still cherish to this day. The most special moment for me was when my two daughters chose Gamma Alpha! They saw the same special sisterhood 35 and 39 years after I pledged. My older sister, younger sister, my two daughters, and I are now all Gamma Alpha sisters. In addition, we had the opportunity to have my 96-year-old mother initiated into Gamma Alpha Chapter a few years ago. It was especially memorable for her since she was not in a sorority when she was in college. We are blessed that Alpha Gamma Delta has impacted generations of women in our family!"

JEAN LEE QUIGG, Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia

On the first day of recruitment, I visited Alpha Gam and they did a parody of a song from my favorite movie, "Legally Blonde." I felt a rush and knew this was the place for me. I made lifelong friends and was part of a chapter that won sorority of the year a few years in a row. Alpha Gam helped me get my first internship in the music industry. I was hired for a different position but ended up heading up digital rights management. I grew from there and now I'm a senior manager. I'm so thankful to Alpha Gam for helping me get my start. I'm still really close with my sisters and I'm going to visit one in Seattle in early February. I'm also still close with my little. I think the magic that keeps us all so close and connected is our motto, Live with Purpose. Alpha Gamma brought us together and we're connected on a deeper level."

ERIN MOORE, Delta Tau–Chapman University

(Continued from page 24.) The diagnosis was as awful as you'd imagine. The first person I had to tell was my husband. Then, we had to figure out how to tell our kids. We had just sold our home and had to redirect our plans. It broke my heart to have to tell the kids, but our approach was to be transparent and age-appropriate. I endured six months of chemotherapy while suffering hair loss and sickness, gave myself injections, continued immunotherapy treatment for a full year, even had a tooth extracted, and later, had a double mastectomy. Through subsequent complications and surgeries, I'm learning to love my body as it is.

It took about a year and a half to get to a place where I didn't need to see a doctor regularly. My goal is to raise awareness for this type of cancer and to encourage women to not only get mammograms, but to do self checks. It's a challenge living life knowing that it can come back anytime. Leaning on

good friends, surrounding yourself with positive people, and utilizing talk therapy is a great help. My friend, Kelly, took me to every single chemo and all four of my surgeries. I also credit my dog, who was by my side constantly. Getting out of bed to walk her and care for her helped me physically and emotionally. I also bonded with a woman younger than me who was diagnosed at the same time. We talked daily about our experiences, which was helpful as we were going through the same things at the same time. My spirituality and living near the ocean during part of treatment also proved great for anxiety and mental health.

Our bodies are as unique as snowflakes. Just because you read about someone else's experience (and the scary statistics) does not mean it's going to happen to you. I cannot emphasize enough how powerful our minds are and can truly make or break your experience. My wellness journey consists of checkups every six months. I'm not the same

physically as I used to be. I frequently have chemo-related health issues, and that's tough to accept. But I’m alive, and traveling with family is food for my soul!

After my diagnosis, we decided to buy a larger motorhome. We couldn't travel much during my treatment, but once I was finished with my final surgery, we took to the road again, just myself, my husband, Rob, our two kids, Jack and Katie, and our dog, Tolly. We've been to 37 states and counting. Our current trip took us through the middle of the U.S., and we will spend our fall and winter in Florida. We will make our way back to Oregon, where we own an RV pad to enjoy the gorgeous summer there, then buy a house and settle back down. I’m proud of how far I’ve come and managed to document our family’s travels, I fully intend to resume my small business of repurposing luxury items, and I’m looking forward to more cancer-free milestones.

MARGUERITE SHEPARD INITIATIVE THE

Named after one of Alpha Gamma Delta’s most studious Founders, the scholastic recognition was launched seven years ago and offers three different levels based on chapter GPA. We are pleased to announce the results from spring and fall 2022.

Diamond Academic Honor Society (3.5+ GPA)

SPRING 2022

Alpha Beta–University of Michigan

Alpha Eta–Dalhousie University

Alpha Lambda–The Ohio State University

Alpha Omega–Duquesne University (PA)

Beta Alpha–Nebraska Wesleyan University

Beta Omicron–Illinois State University

Beta Tau–Ball State University

Delta Epsilon–University of California- Los Angeles

Delta Zeta–University of British Columbia

Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia

Gamma Delta–Auburn University

Gamma Xi–Murray State University

Gamma Phi–Georgia Institute of Technology

Gamma Psi–University of North Alabama

Gamma Omega–University of Alabama at Birmingham

Epsilon Zeta–Arkansas State University

Epsilon Nu–University of Central Oklahoma

Zeta Gamma–Gannon University (PA)

Zeta Zeta–Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Zeta Theta–Lafayette College (PA)

Zeta Pi–Saint Joseph's University (PA)

Theta Beta–Auburn University at Montgomery

Theta Omega–University of South Carolina

Iota–University of Washington

Lambda Alpha–St. Joseph's University, NY

Lambda Gamma–Villanova University (PA)

Lambda Epsilon–Case Western Reserve University (OH)

Sigma–University of Illinois at Urbana

Psi–University of Alabama

FALL 2022

Alpha Beta–University of Michigan

Alpha Lambda–The Ohio State University

Alpha Omega–Duquesne University (PA)

Alpha Sigma–Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Beta Alpha–Nebraska Wesleyan University

Beta Omicron–Illinois State University

Beta Tau–Ball State University

Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia

Gamma Delta–Auburn University

Gamma Zeta–University of Memphis

Gamma Phi–Georgia Institute of Technology

Delta Zeta–University of British Columbia

Epsilon Epsilon–William Jewell College

Epsilon Zeta–Arkansas State University

Epsilon Nu–University of Central Oklahoma

Zeta Beta–Lehigh University (PA)

Zeta Gamma–Gannon University (PA)

Zeta Zeta–Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Zeta Theta–Lafayette College (PA)

Zeta Nu–Alma College (MI)

Zeta Pi–Saint Joseph's University (PA)

Zeta Tau–Seton Hall University

Zeta Upsilon–Northern Michigan University

Theta Mu–University of North Carolina-Wilmington

Theta Omega–University of South Carolina

Iota–University of Washington

Lambda Alpha–St. Joseph's University, NY

Lambda Gamma–Villanova University (PA)

Lambda Epsilon–Case Western Reserve University (OH)

Sigma–University of Illinois at Urbana

Psi–University of Alabama

Pearl Academic Honor Society (3.25-3.49 GPA)

SPRING 2022

Alpha–Syracuse University

Alpha Epsilon–Westminster College (PA)

Alpha Iota–Baldwin Wallace University (OH)

Alpha Pi–Wayne State University

Beta Beta–North Dakota State University

Beta Delta–Indiana University Bloomington

Beta Epsilon–Carroll University

Beta Eta–Southern Illinois University at Carbondale

Beta Theta–University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Beta Iota–Eastern Illinois University

Beta Xi–Purdue University

Beta Phi–Valparaiso University

Gamma Beta–Florida State University

Gamma Zeta–University of Memphis

Gamma Iota–Mercer University

Gamma Lambda–Longwood University

Gamma Omicron–Eastern Kentucky University

Gamma Sigma–Troy University

Gamma Upsilon–University of Montevallo (AL)

Delta–University of Minnesota

Delta Beta–Washington State University

Delta Eta–San Diego State University

Delta Tau–Chapman University

Epsilon–University of Kentucky

Epsilon Epsilon–William Jewell College

Epsilon Kappa–Pittsburg State University

Epsilon Mu–Fort Hays State University

Epsilon Phi–Texas Woman's University

Zeta–Ohio University

Zeta Delta–Towson University

Zeta Epsilon–Michigan Technological University

Zeta Eta–Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (NY)

Zeta Nu–Alma College (MI)

Zeta Omicron–Kettering University (MI)

Zeta Tau–Seton Hall University

Theta Delta–University of North Georgia

Theta Zeta–Randolph Macon

Theta Mu–University of North Carolina-Wilmington

Theta Nu–Virginia Commonwealth University

Theta Omicron–Western Carolina University

Theta Tau–Belmont University

Kappa Delta–Westminster College- Missouri

Lambda Delta–Rutgers State University of New Jersey

Xi–Illinois Wesleyan University

Rho–Iowa State University

Tau–University of Toronto

Upsilon–University of Oklahoma

Phi–Oregon State University

FALL 2022

Alpha–Syracuse University

Alpha Epsilon–Westminster College (PA)

Alpha Iota–Baldwin Wallace University (OH)

Alpha Omicron–West Virginia Wesleyan College

Alpha Pi–Wayne State University

Beta Beta–North Dakota State University

Beta Delta–Indiana University Bloomington

Beta Theta–University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Beta Iota–Eastern Illinois University

Beta Xi–Purdue University

Gamma Beta–Florida State University

Gamma Iota–Mercer University

Gamma Xi–Murray State University

Gamma Sigma–Troy University

Gamma Upsilon–University of Montevallo (AL)

Gamma Psi–University of North Alabama

Gamma Omega–University of Alabama at Birmingham

Delta Beta–Washington State University

Delta Eta–San Diego State University

Delta Rho–Sonoma State University

Delta Tau–Chapman University

Delta Upsilon–Boise State University

Epsilon–University of Kentucky

Epsilon Kappa–Pittsburg State University

Epsilon Upsilon–Tarleton State University

Epsilon Phi–Texas Woman's University

Epsilon Psi–University of Texas at Dallas

Epsilon Omega–Truman State University

Zeta–Ohio University

Zeta Alpha –Eastern Michigan University

Zeta Delta–Towson University

Zeta Epsilon–Michigan Technological University

Zeta Eta–Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (NY)

Zeta Omicron–Kettering University (MI)

Theta Delta–University of North Georgia

Theta Epsilon–University of South Alabama

Theta Zeta–Randolph Macon

Theta Lambda–University of West Florida

Theta Nu–Virginia Commonwealth University

Theta Tau–Belmont University

Theta Upsilon–Georgetown College (KY)

Kappa Delta–Westminster College- Missouri

Lambda Delta–Rutgers State University of New Jersey

Mu–Brenau University (GA)

Nu Delta–Georgia College and State University

Xi–Illinois Wesleyan University

Rho–Iowa State University

Tau–University of Toronto

Upsilon–University of Oklahoma

Phi–Oregon State University

Gold Academic Honor Society (3.14-3.24 GPA)

SPRING 2022

Alpha Alpha–SUNY Buffalo

Alpha Sigma–Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Gamma Eta–High Point University

Gamma Tau–University of West Georgia

Delta Nu–University of Calgary

Delta Pi–San Francisco State University

Delta Rho–Sonoma State University

Delta Sigma–University of Hawaii at Manoa

Epsilon Upsilon–Tarleton State University

Epsilon Psi–University of Texas at Dallas

Zeta Alpha–Eastern Michigan University

Zeta Upsilon–Northern Michigan University

Zeta Chi–University of Western Ontario

Theta Epsilon–University of South Alabama

Theta Lambda–University of West Florida

Kappa Beta–Missouri Western State University

Pi–Coe College

Omega–University of Akron (OH)

FALL 2022

Alpha Alpha–SUNY Buffalo

Alpha Upsilon–Central Michigan University

Beta Epsilon–Carroll University

Gamma Eta–High Point University

Gamma Lambda–Longwood University

Delta–University of Minnesota

Delta Theta–University of Idaho

Delta Iota –California State University- Chico

Delta Sigma–University of Hawaii at Manoa

Theta Iota–Western Kentucky University

Remembering Cherished Friendships

Alpha Gamma Delta will deeply miss and always appreciate those who have faithfully served the Fraternity.

Former International Vice President, Sharon Dunkman Carruthers, Enters Chapter Grand

Alpha Gamma Delta is saddened to share the passing of former International Vice President, Sharon Dunkman Carruthers, Gamma Zeta–University of Memphis. Sharon entered Chapter Grand on August 4, 2023. Sharon, a 1965 initiate, served on International Council as International Vice President from 2004-10 and on the Documents Audit Committee from 2011-17. Sharon was a regular attendee at International Convention from 1995-2014. Sharon was

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awarded several honors through Alpha Gam, and was a wearer of the Crescent of Epsilon Pi with Diamonds. In addition, Sharon was also very active with Subsidium (Memphis Oral School for the Deaf). Visitation and services were held Friday, August 11, at Memphis Funeral Home in Memphis, Tennessee. She will be greatly missed by many friends and neighbors.

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University of Memphis

Chapter Grand

The Fraternity extends sincere condolences to family and friends of these members. This list includes notices received between March 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023, in order of initiation date.

ALPHA

Syracuse University

Patricia Rychlik Blaszak 1955

Mary Eileen McCoy Whang 1977

DELTA

University of Minnesota

Eleanor Rothenberger Smith 1943

Helen Kolbo Bylund 1949

EPSILON

University of Kentucky

Phyllis Hayes Blanchard 1954

Marjory Schwartz 1960

ZETA

Ohio University

Carriellen Thompson Godsell 1956

Deborah Whetstone Wahl 1972

Barbara Dill Nugent 1973

ETA

DePauw University

Lois Bearss Boswell 1942

Susan Nees Poynter 1983

IOTA

University of Washington

Maxine Ledrew Duncanson 1951

KAPPA

Allegheny College

Patricia McDivitt Frey 1946

Mary Callahan Hornickel 1947

Roberta Amy Bailey 1952

LAMBDA

Northwestern University

Patricia Daggett Martin 1952

MU

Brenau University

Margaret Holland McCraney 1937

Alice Cobb 1950

Barbara Ann Boone Holderfield 1962

XI

Illinois Wesleyan University

Carolyn Ebling Kane 1950

Georgia Liston Daly 1975

PI

Coe College

Doris Heitland Ekstrand 1949

RHO

Iowa State University

Marlyn Cody Hochstetler 1946

Janet McKig Plumer 1948

SIGMA

University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign

Mary Coffman Bonansinga 1956

Laverne Young Shipka 1957

Jennifer Lewis Neubauer Dillavou 1978

TAU

University of Toronto

Judith Snell Turney 1955

UPSILON

University of Oklahoma

Sue Dutton Riddlebarger 1950

Mary Jane Hunter Fredericks 1960

Irene Hartwig Megehee 1986

CHI

Michigan State University

Barbara Foster Gentile 1948

Melanie Vranjes Peterson 1980

PSI

University of Alabama

Deborah Clark Hayes 1972

Rebecca Kracke Gordon 1992

OMEGA

University of Akron

Rosemary Brett 1960

Linda Luxon O'Neill 1964

Shirley Cappy Petersen 1966

ALPHA ALPHA

State University of New York at Buffalo

Joyce English Delorey 1956

ALPHA BETA

University of Michigan

Lois Kivi Nochman 1944

Elaine Bice Weddell 1954

Suzanne Malis Jennings 1959

Elizabeth Johnson Kobe 1959

ALPHA GAMMA

University of Cincinnati

Elaine Barrick Bess 1949

ALPHA DELTA

Ohio Wesleyan University

Mary McMillian Breneman 1944

Sarah Hoover Buchert 1945

Marilyn Jane Martin Knerr 1946

Barbara Zeigler Kaiser 1949

Barbara Davis Rix 1951

Doris Sanders Gibbas 1952

Toby Spradling Owens 1958

Selina Pendergrass Woods 1961

ALPHA EPSILON

Westminster College

Nancy Slinker Robbins 1944

Joan Derkas Johnson 1960

ALPHA ZETA

McGill University

Judith Lewis Munro 1953

ALPHA ETA

Dalhousie University

Eula Verge Raymond 1946

ALPHA IOTA

Baldwin Wallace College

Mary Louise Mikesell Schar 1943

Marilyn Hughes Miller 1951

Louann Rezabek Lawson 1954

ALPHA KAPPA

Bowling Green State University

Barbara Evans Ballard 1949

Virginia Hedl Hartley 1960

ALPHA NU

Kent State University

Dorothy Jones Lillick-Hall 1951

ALPHA XI

University of Maryland

Kathleen Dunn 1967

ALPHA OMICRON

West Virginia Wesleyan College

Jo Ann Vaught Henderson 1948

ALPHA PI

Wayne State University

Sally Tunesi McCann 1982

BETA ALPHA

Nebraska Wesleyan University

Louisa Schwab Manning 1946

Elaine Olsen Johnson 1953

BETA BETA

North Dakota State University

Delcie Danroth Light 1960

Kay Asheim Huhner 1973

BETA DELTA

Indiana University Bloomington

Judith Robinson VanFossen 1962

BETA EPSILON

Carroll University

Judith Steinbach Schultz 1953

BETA IOTA

Eastern Illinois University

Debra Klindworth Uchtman 1976

Constance Jean Gallis Shadley 1978

BETA XI

Purdue University

Cathleen Dunne 1979

Tracie Torrence Amundson 1982

BETA OMICRON

Illinois State University

Vicki Markuson Vanthournout 1973

Lynn Jurgel Smith 1989

Shaylin Takesue 2019

Chapter Grand

The Fraternity extends sincere condolences to family and friends of these members. This list includes notices received between September 1, 2022 - February 28, 2023, in order of initiation date.

GAMMA ALPHA

University of Georgia

Geraldine Cottongim Richards 1942

Virginia Petty Dorminey 1942

Gloria Head Wilson 1949

Sue Shattuck Ellis 1951

Marian Rodgers Moore 1955

Martha Meaders Gardner 1957

Carolyn Poss Brailsford 1963

Kloteel Bowen Lee 2017

GAMMA BETA

Florida State University

Betty Beall Garver 1942

Anne Sharp Darsey 1950

Joan Coleman Edenfield 1954

GAMMA DELTA

Auburn University

Martha Page Fitzpatrick 1958

Lucretia Yoe Mann 1961

Mary Couch 1964

Kathy Barganier Mikos 1970

Lucie Moore 2018

GAMMA ZETA

University of Memphis

Betty Adams Cole 1951

Sharon Dunkman Carruthers 1965

GAMMA EPSILON

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Harriet Gurley Smith 1947

GAMMA IOTA

Mercer University

Suzanne Henry Saunders 1966

GAMMA LAMBDA

Longwood University

Marlene Keen Pomeroy 1962

Sally Ann Hoffmaster 1975

Martha Stine Campbell 1978

DELTA ALPHA

University of Southern California

Patricia Mollring Stewart 1946

Janet Curry Mickens 1953

Donna Dalton Sill 1953

DELTA BETA

Washington State University

Sue Larson Johnson 1972

DELTA GAMMA

Montana State University

Martha Saunders Krismer 1947

Nancy Mauritson McCormick

1964

Kathie Heiman Myhre 1974

DELTA EPSILON

University of California Los Angeles

Janice Miller Noren 1947

Micaela Casarino Monahan 1975

Gloria Nickerson Griffin 1977

DELTA ZETA

University of British Columbia

Elaine Drage Dawson 1948

DELTA ETA

San Diego State University

Margaret R Southard 1954

DELTA THETA

University of Idaho

Jill Pittmann 1993

DELTA XI

Arizona State University

Kristin Wente Stagakis 2012

EPSILON ALPHA

University of Missouri

Mary Jane Goggans Enochson 1950

EPSILON GAMMA

University of Denver

Mildred Gates Maker 1944

Joy Woods Urrutia 1957

EPSILON DELTA

University of Texas at Austin

Betty Jo Parkinson Kendrick 1952

Carol Peterson Starr 1960

EPSILON ZETA

Arkansas State University

Michelle Charolla Kino 1991

EPSILON MU

Fort Hays State University

Roberta Ann Stevens Christian 1960

Julia Sullivan Warner 1964

Barbara Walter Agnew 1983

ZETA CHI

University of Western Ontario

Riley Connor 2013

THETA DELTA

University of North Georgia

Kay Jones Vaught 1983

THETA MU

University of North Carolina

Wilmington

Lori Graham Herzog 1991

THETA UPSILON

Georgetown College

Amy Krpata 2006

Member Directory Update

Members can access the Member Directory through myAlphaGam and find sisters around the world. Watch the tutorial on myAlphaGam to best use the directory and understand its functionality.

If you have not re-registered your myAlphaGam account and created a new password since January 2022, please follow the directions to access your account at this link, ® adobe. ly/3e8IABq, or using the QR code below.

Crust

Ingredients: 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup crisco, pinch of salt, 2 tablespoons cold water. Mix flour, salt, and crisco with fork. Add water—mix with fork; roll on floured board and line large pie tin, also one small tin.

Filling

Ingredients: 1 large can pumpkin, 1/2 teaspoon ginger, 1 teaspoon cloves, 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, 2 eggs, 1 cup sugar. Mix all dry ingredients to pumpkin, add eggs one at a time. Put filling in crusts and bake.

- Mrs. O.L. Fredrickson, Madison, WI, University of Wisconsin.

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Alpha Gam Cook Book Inspires Television Episode

Inspiration from Alpha Gamma Delta's "The College Woman's Cook Book" appeared on Episode 8: A Love Letter to the South, of "Cook's Country," which aired on WFYI Indianapolis on October 28.

In the episode, hosts shared the origins of pimento cheese, how it started out as a cream cheese spread and eventually became more commonly made with cheddar and mayonnaise, with reference to a recipe from the cook book.

The book was produced as a fundraiser for the summer camps the Fraternity supported. The cook book published a first edition (1923) and second edition (1934). The second edition contains 428 recipies, and readers can access all recipies with this ® virtual copy of the cook book.

TEST THIS PUMPKIN PIE RECIPE (OR ANY RECIPIE FROM THE COOK BOOK) AND SEND YOUR RESULTS TO THE à QUARTERLY!

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