Fall 2024 Quarterly

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Chief Marketing Officer

Wendy Theus Barker

Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia

Director of Communications and Quarterly Editor

Jean Lloyd –Delta Zeta Sorority

Alumnae Engagement Manager

Tara Wheeler Prather

Theta Kappa–University of Virginia

Alumnae Development Manager

Maria Nowicki Rice

Beta Delta–Indiana University Bloomington

Events and Engagement Manager

Louisa Lee

Upsilon–University of Oklahoma

Digital Storyteller

Marisa Spano

Epsilon –University of Kentucky

Contributing Writers

Jennifer Freeman Thompson

Upsilon –University of Oklahoma

Kaylin Carpenter

Upsilon –University of Oklahoma

THE MISSION

The Alpha Gamma Delta Quarterly magazine serves as a forum of communication to rekindle, sustain and excite member loyalty and interest through celebrating sisterhood, sharing our stories and recognizing and acknowledging individual and chapter/ club accomplishments. It also serves as a permanent record and archive, documenting the Fraternity.

International President's Viewpoint

Dear Sisters,

It was a joy seeing nearly 700 of you in my hometown of Atlanta for Alpha Gamma Delta’s 52nd International Convention! Our host hotel, the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, holds a special place in my heart. During my senior year of high school, I joined hundreds of students from across the State of Georgia for a conference held at the hotel. It was an experience that sparked my passion for leadership and guided me towards a life-changing sisterhood.

As that conference ended, the atrium of the Marriott filled with hundreds of women arriving for a convention wearing their sorority colors. I still remember admiring the laughter and connections shared between generations of sisters. That was the first day I seriously thought about joining a sorority. Being surrounded by hundreds of Alpha Gams wearing red, buff, and green during the last day of our Convention was an unforgettable, fullcircle moment. There were many memorable moments from our time together in Atlanta, and I hope you enjoy reading about them in this issue’s Convention recap.

In the 120 years since our Fraternity began at Syracuse University, we continue to be inspired by the vision and values defined by our Founders. Alpha Gamma Delta’s membership spans six generations, from the Silent Generation to Gen Z. Over the next biennium, Fraternity leaders will honor our Purpose and traditions while striving to provide the best member experience possible for all collegiate and alumnae members.

Here are some things you can look forward to in the months to come:

Collegians: Your membership experience will be enhanced with updates to the Elevate, Embark and Empower Programs. Your feedback on the Sisterhood Survey will help provide more meaningful chapter experiences, and there will be more opportunities to celebrate your journey as an Alpha Gam from Bid Day to graduation.

Alumnae: New alumnae programs will help you stay engaged with Alpha Gamma Delta at every stage of life. From the online Alpha Gam Alumnae Circle to a food and wine tour of Northern Italy, there will be more ways than ever to connect with your sisters.

In the years since I first walked into the atrium of the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, I have learned that the power of sisterhood is boundless. Being a member of Alpha Gamma Delta has taught me that when we come together to love and support each other, there is nothing we can’t achieve. I am so thankful for each of you and look forward to what we will continue to accomplish together.

Loyally in epsilon pi,

International President Gamma Iota - Mercer University

This Issue

Theresa Beers, Lily Hazelwood, Caitlyn Begosa, collegiate members from

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 2024 issue is digitally distributed to members. In an effort to remain financially responsible stewards of the Fraternity, we will continue to reassess various distribution methods for the Quarterly going forward. Please continue emailing your article submissions to à quarterly@alphagammadelta.org. Visit ® alphagammadelta.org/quarterly-mag to update your mailing address and distribution preferences or to ® view past issues.

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INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL

International President: Andrea Pendleton

Vice Presidents:

Adrienne Kerr Beckett, Kalina Haynes, Jennifer

Smentek Mores, Carol Richards Peske, Klazina van den Berg, Jolie Graves Webb

Chief Executive Officer: Katie Jolley Abernathy

FOUNDATION

Chair: Maurie Jones Phelan

Vice Chair: Sylvie Kramer Weikert

Trustees: Melissa Jacobson James, Martha Petry Parham, Andrea Pendleton, Natasha Shahani, Bobette Sandifer Thompson

Chief Executive Officer: Julie Waitman

FRATERNITY HOUSING CORPORATION

President: Caroline Mahoney

Vice President: Mary Kate Toomey Daly

Directors: Cynthia Hunt, Libby Kavoulakis, Jennifer Smentek Mores

Chief Executive Officer: Lisa Busch Spalding

spot a squirrel

Top Left to Right:  1. Upsilon Chapter sisters from the University of Oklahoma recently visited the Dallas Arboretum Photo, from left: Yancey Tighe Seitz, Mary Menard Nalefski, Jamie Allen Specht and Kathy Marks.  2. The Squirrel Latte from the local coffee shop of Emily Kathleen McDonald Salanga, Delta Eta—San Diego State, puts custom images on certain drinks. On this day, they chose two perfect squirrels to brighten her day!  3. Barb Baerwald Bowman. Beta Xi—Purdue University saw some cute squirrel art while visiting the Minnesota Children's Museum in St. Paul with her son and granddaughters.  4. Lisa Bergum, Delta Gamma—Montana State University shares loves the friendship bracelet she received from a sister at their recent Centennial Celebration.  5. Erica Tsucalas, Delta Tau—Chapman University visits Acorn Brewing in Edgewood, Washington.

red•buff•green scene

Did you know:

Both philanthropy videos got a makeover!

Watch the U.S. and Canadian versions here: ® alphagammadelta.org/about/philanthropy/

Bid Day Love

One thing is for sure—branded Bid Day is so back! We loved seeing each chapter’s take on our three favorite colors—red, buff and green!

@txstalphagam

@auburnalphagam

Sisterhood Style: DIY

Make your own trucker hats and sewn letter totes are all the rage!

Pictured: @utkalphagam + @oualphagam

Hunger Action Month!

Our collegiate chapters and alumnae were hard at work in their communities this September! Hunger Action Month is our annual reminder that we are so much more impactful in the fight against hunger when we work together!

Top to bottom:

• @alphagamgcsu

• @agddallasalumnae + @utdalphagam

• @purduealphagams

• @sdsualphagam

• @alphagamvcu

VANESSA SALLEY ORTIZ

CHAPTER OF INITIATION

Theta Alpha–Louisiana State University

WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO ATTEND ALPHA GAMMA DELTA’S INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE FIRST TIME THIS YEAR AND WHAT MADE THIS THE RIGHT TIME FOR YOU TO ATTEND?

A couple years ago, my chapter sisters and I had our 35th reunion in Baton Rouge—the first since we’d graduated! My sisters flew in from all over the country, which was totally amazing! It reminded me how important my sisters were to me and how much they meant to me during college and later years to come. When I got the email about the International Convention I thought, "Wow, this has been on my bucket list for years...let's do it!"

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST IMPRESSION WHEN YOU ARRIVED AT THE CONVENTION?

I was nervous when I arrived at Convention because I knew I was the only attendee from my chapter AND the airline lost my luggage. I walked up to registration and told the IHQ Staff members my luggage horror story, and they immediately introduced me to Vanessa Lopez and a whole circle of sisters at the Alumnae Happy Hour. Everyone was so nice! I even got a couple texts the next morning checking in on me and my luggage. It made me realize how silly my nerves had been—the sisterhood started the moment I arrived!

WHAT STANDOUT MOMENTS OR ACTIVITIES MADE A LASTING IMPACT ON YOU?

The Red Carpet Reception Dinner and Awards Presentation were some of my favorites! It was so grand and made everyone feel so special. I also really loved Feast of Roses and how it brought back so many beautiful memories of my own chapter experience. Even though I was the only one from my chapter there, my University of Kentucky sisters treated me like I was part of their chapter! It was so sweet to feel that sisterhood bond with sisters I had met only a few days before.

HOW DID THE EVENT MAKE YOU FEEL ABOUT THE ALPHA GAMMA DELTA SISTERHOOD ON A LARGER SCALE?

Of course, I knew there were chapters and sisters all across North America, but it’s hard to fathom until you see it for yourself. It was amazing to meet almost 700 women that I had an immediate connection with through our amazing sisterhood. I met so many new friends that I keep in touch with on a daily basis!

DO YOU THINK YOU’LL ATTEND FUTURE CONVENTIONS? IF SO, WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO THE MOST NEXT TIME?

You better believe it! I got my bags packed for the next one! A few of my Alpha Gamma Delta Sisters from LSU saw all my photos and now they want to come to the next one. I can’t wait to reunite with my new sisters and meet more!

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A FUTURE FIRST-TIME ATTENDEE?

My advice would be just do it! Everyone is totally welcoming, and it is a weekend you will never forget. Every Alpha Gam should add it to her bucket list!

 Jacyln Raggio Westlake, Delta Iota—Chico State University, released her debut novel, “Dear Dotty,” this summer. It was also chosen as a Summer Must Read by The Gloss Book Club and First for Women magazine. Learn more about Jaclyn and her writing ® here

Colonel Merrily Madero Awarded Bronze Star

 Merrily Dente Madero, Zeta Epsilon—Michigan Technological University, is using the problem-solving skills she initially learned as a mechanical engineering student to solve problems around the world. She was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for leading the Military Liaison unit at the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan during multiple attacks. She also supported the U.S. Embassy during 53 outside-the-wire missions in 20 different provinces throughout Afghanistan, bringing military support to numerous reconstruction and aid projects.

media mix

news affecting our members and the greater fraternity/sorority community

Michaela Taylor Honored by Kentucky Alumni Association

 Michaela Taylor, Epsilon— University of Kentucky received the prestigious Joseph T. Burch Young Alumni Award in June. The award honors young alumni who are active members of the University of Kentucky Alumni Association and currently work on behalf of young people through the university, the association, their club or in the local community. Read more about this award and Michaela ® here

10 Under 10 Spotlight on Rachel Sholder

 Rachel Sholder, Zeta Beta—Lehigh University, made the Lehigh 2024 10 Under 10 list for Mathematics and Statistics. This recognition honors 10 alumni who graduated in the past 10 years and have advanced their field, accomplished lots, earned accolades, and/or made a global impact. Read more about Rachel ® here

Halle

Theno Recognized

for Outstanding Service in Education

 The University of Central Missouri recently recognized three individuals as part of an ongoing program that exemplifies the institution’s long-standing motto, “Education for Service.” The student winner this year was Halle Theno, Epsilon Lambda–University of Central Missouri.

Troy University Honors Callie Carter as Recipient of the Outstanding Future Educator Award

 Callie Carter, Gamma Sigma— Troy University, received the Susan Gibson Vance Outstanding Future Educator award at Troy University. This award recognizes students for their academic achievements, leadership, and service. Read more about Callie ® here

Anna Grace Holland Receives Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award

 Anna Grace Holland, Gamma Sigma—Troy University received the Sullivan Award last spring. It is presented at select colleges and universities throughout the United States to recognize recipients for their excellence of character, humanitarian service and spiritual qualities. The award has been presented annually to a male student, a female student and one non-student at Troy since 1981. Read more ® here

A Legacy of Service: Becknell Scholarship Supports Future Health

Care Leaders

 After the tragic loss of Madison Becknell, Epsilon— University of Kentucky, the Becknells started the Madison Becknell Clinical Leadership and Management Memorial Scholarship to make sure the memory of their daughter lives on. ® Read more about the scholarship here

Jaclyn Westlake’s Debut Novel Released
MEMBER NEWS

Kathleen Burns Named to the 2024 Top In-State Financial Advisors & Wealth Management Team by Forbes

 Kathleen Burns Campos, Delta Alpha—University of South California said, “This recognition is a testament to the trust, collaboration, and support of my clients and professional network.”

Siniard Serves as President of UA National Alumni Association

 Nancy Richeson Siniard, President of the of Alabama’s National Alumni Association

Alumni Association is a selfgoverned, nonprofit membership organization that serves the University of Alabama and its many alumni, students, parents and friends.

Mary Beth Friga Wusk Named Alumni Distinguished Citizen Leader

 Mary Beth Friga Wusk, Gamma Lambda— Longwood University, received the

Distinguished Citizen Leader Alumni Award that recognizes alumni who have achieved outstanding success and national distinction in both their personal and professional life. It is the highest and most prestigious award bestowed by the Alumni Association. Learn more about Mary and the award ® here

Georgia Tech Member Honored by New Pathway of Progress

 Sarbrynn Hudgins, Gamma Phi–Georgia Institute of Technology will be recognized in a forthcoming permanent tribute, the ® Celebrating Georgia Tech Women in March 2025, the architectural sculpture and accompanying digital experience will celebrate 70 graduates, as well as 98 women and events with historical significance to the Institute.

Three Auburn University Alpha Gams win 2024 state pageant titles

They include:

Miss Alabama Teen USA

Ava LeBlanc, 19, a sophomore studying marketing

Miss Alabama USA

Diane Westhoven, 21, a senior studying psychology

CONNECT WITH ALUMNAE, EXPLORE THEMES IMPORTANT TO MODERN WOMEN

BOOK CLUB

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.

Each year, the book club reads, learns and joins together with sisters virtually.

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

Miss Alabama Abbie Stockard, 21, a senior in nursing

fraternity updates

Join us inside The Circle to:

As a dues-paying alumna you will get the most out of your experience through The Circle, no matter where you live.

• Connect with sisters in new and meaningful ways.

• Create the life you envision.

• Collaborate and share knowledge with the next generation of leaders.

® Click here to learn more about the benefits of joining. We hope you’ll join us in The Circle soon!

Join Alpha Gams in Italy!

Exciting news! Alpha Gams are heading to Italy in April 2025, and we want you to bring your bestie along! The trip is now open to female friends of Alpha Gam, so whether it’s your mom, daughter, or gal pal, sign up today!

Experience the charm of Italy over ten days, with eight unforgettable nights. You’ll have the chance to stand beside masters in their kitchens, farms, and wineries, learning all about the region’s culinary delights.

Spaces are limited, and we only have a few spots left! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to create lasting memories in beautiful Italy.

Learn more at ® https://bit.ly/4cQNonm

Celebrating Success at the 101st FCA Awards!

The 101st Fraternity Communications Association Awards were held during the FCA Annual Conference in Memphis in May 2024. We’re proud to announce that the Communications and Marketing Team from IHQ received two prestigious awards.

Chief Marketing Officer, Wendy Theus Barker was honored with the Marilyn Simpson Ford Distinguished Service Award, recognizing her exceptional dedication to advancing the Association’s Vision and Purpose. Additionally, our team secured second place in the Writing - Long Feature category.

2024 Talent of Leadership Award Recipients

Alumnae nominated for the Talent of Leadership Award have made significant contributions to their professions or have made a positive impact in their local communities. Recipients are recognized locally at International Reunion Day celebrations and receive a commendation from the International Fraternity.

Congratulations to the 2024 Talent of Leadership recipients!

Michelle Camarco, Beta Beta - North Dakota State University, Business and Finance

Patricia Speakman Conville, Alpha Chi - Theil College, Science

Mary Dawson Droste, Beta Iota - Eastern Illinois University, Community Service

Kathryn Byorkman Gauthier, Zeta Zeta - Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Service to Alma Mater

Melissa Jacobson James, Rho - Iowa State University, Education

Amanda Taylor Nerg, Zeta Epsilon - Michigan Technological University, Military

Anna Auxtinee Rivers, Alpha Upsilon - Central Michigan University, Politics and Government

Julie Roberts, Epsilon - University of Kentucky, Business and Leadership

Sonya Sigler, Omicron - University of California - Berkley, Entrepreneurship

Cynthia Nelson Somers, Beta Delta- Indiana University Bloomington, Community Involvement

Candace Harper Wheeler, Delta Alpha - University of Southern California, Veterans Affairs

Tona Williams, Kappa Beta - Missouri Western State University, Community Service

Nominations can be made by an alumnae chapter/club, a collegiate chapter or an individual member of the Fraternity. Nominations for 2025 are live and due by 11:59 p.m. ET on December 1, 2024. Access the nomination form ® here

Volunteer Service Team Applications

Volunteer Service Team members generously serve the Fraternity in various capacities. They are appointed by International Council and serve a two-year term. Applications for the 2025-27 biennium will be available on myAlphaGam. Log in and select “Volunteer Opportunities” from the dashboard. The chair application will open in mid-December and close in early February 2025. The committee member applications will open in early February and close in early March.

Academy for Collegiate Officers 2025

Academy for Collegiate Officers will be held in Covington, Georgia, January 31-February 2, 2025, at the Georgia FFA-FCCLA Center. You heard that right – we’re headed to Camp Alpha Gam for a weekend of leadership development, strategic planning and sisterhood! The Chapter President and Vice President-New Member Experience’s attendance are required to meet the minimum expectations of Good Standing, and there are limited spots for chapters to send up to four officers. Registration will open Monday, November 25 and close Wednesday, January 8. Academy for Collegiate Officers is generously funded by the Alpha Gam Foundation.

Introducing Grad Journeys

Did you know that Alpha Gam offers educational programming for seniors and alumnae through the Engage path of the Epsilon Pi Journey?

The Engage path is dedicated to enriching the senior and alumnae experience, providing resources for lifelong development. We’re thrilled to introduce Grad Journeys, a new program within the Engage path designed specifically for seniors and recent graduates!

Grad Journeys are virtual life-skills sessions led by alumnae experts, covering topics like graduate school and career preparation, personal finance, and healthy well-being. This program is designed to support a smooth transition into alumna life while preparing members for future careers and opportunities! Seniors and Alpha Gam grads can log into Acorn to explore the Engage program, access recordings from past sessions, and register for upcoming Grad Journeys events.

Are you an alumna interested in serving as a Grad Journeys speaker? Share your interest ® here

To A Chapter Near You

The Fraternity’s Leadership Consultant Team kicked off their fall travels and already provided Spirit Week and Primary Recruitment support to dozens of Alpha Gam chapters, recruited our newest members during re-establishment efforts at the University of Tennessee–Knoxville and provided leadership development to hundreds of chapter officers on fall member experience visits. This year’s Leadership Consultant Team features three returning senior LCs and four first-year Leadership Consultants.

Senior Leadership Consultant

Beta Theta–University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Hometown: Neenah, Wisconsin

Senior Leadership Consultant

Nu Delta–Georgia College & State University

Hometown: Brunswick, Georgia

Senior Leadership Consultant

Psi–University of Alabama

Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee

Leadership Consultant

Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia

Hometown: McDonough, Georgia

Leadership Consultant

Epsilon–University of Kentucky

Hometown: Elkton, Kentucky

Leadership Consultant

Phi–Oregon State University

Hometown: Sherwood, Oregon iL

Leadership Consultant

Gamma Beta–Florida State University

Hometown: Venice, Florida L u

If you’re a graduating senior interested in serving in this once-in-a-lifetime role, visit ® alphagammadelta.org/leadership-consultant to learn more and apply.

Applications are due Friday, November 22, by 11:59 p.m. ET.

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Georgia Peach Sisterhood

The iconic Atlanta Marriott Marquis buzzed with excitement as nearly 700 women representing 144 chapters gathered for Alpha Gamma Delta’s 52nd International Convention, held June 27-29. From the earliest alumnae arriving for a day-long Academy for Chapter Advisors to those who just made it in time for the Feast of Roses, attendees were awestruck by the grandeur of the hotel’s Atrium level, beautifully adorned in red, buff and green.

Thursday

Convention officially began with the traditional procession. Opening Ritual included a selected reading focused on connection, a theme that would continue throughout Convention. Following the singing of both the U.S. and Canadian national anthems by Convention Soloist Libba Walker Fyke, International President Lee Woodham Langub called the General Session to order.

After introductions and a presentation of the four soon-to-be alumnae initiates, quorum was declared, and minutes from the 2022 Convention were approved. With the Convention Program and Convention Rules of Order adopted, the spotlight shifted to keynote speaker Lindsay Boccardo, whose inspiring message—presented by the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation encouraged high achievers to harness the strength of sisterhood to tackle challenges and break the cycle of overcommitment.

Meet the Alumnae Initiates

Amy Doster Svendsen, Indianapolis, Indiana

Nominated by her sister-mother Jennifer Smentek Mores; Initiating into the Beta Xi Chapter at Purdue University where she originally pledged in the late 1980s.

Vesta Blanton Dunlap of Hixson, Tennessee

Nominated by her sister-mother, Megan Calder Huggins; Initiating into the Nu Beta Chapter at the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga.

Casey Gann Hobbs of La Fayette, Georgia

Nominated by her sister-mother, Megan Calder Huggins; Initiating into the Nu Beta Chapter at the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga.

Ashley Digiovanni of New York, New York

Nominated by Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia, the initiating chapter of both her mother, Lee Woodham Langub, and sister, Lizzie Digiovanni.

Alumnae Initiates

Packed to Perfection

Georgia was on the minds of attendees months before the fanfare began. In fact, according to an informal poll of 150 attendees from Alpha Gam’s online group ® Squirrel Talk, 32% of attendees began planning their Convention wardrobe 3-5 months before the event. Saturday’s red, buff and green dress code was centerstage with a roundup of OOTDs (that’s “outfit of the day” for the non-TikTok crowd). Those who were particularly fond of their ‘fit gave a quick overview and a twirl from the stage—a nod to a social media trend growing since #BamaRushTok gained popularity. We also learned Ashley Merritt Szmanda, Beta Epsilon—Caroll University, brought the most shoes (16 pairs!) and that IVP Kalina Haynes already has an outfit for 2026. “It only takes one time to pass up buying the perfect outfit and you'll never do it again,” Kalina said.

FUN FACT

Attendees represented 40 states and five Canadian provinces

Members packed enough food to feed 2,500 food insecure children.

It wouldn’t have been an Alpha Gam event without time spent contributing to the world’s work. The Fraternity and Foundation partnered with the local chapter of ® Blessings in a Backpack to provide attendees an opportunity to help fight hunger. Together, members packed enough food to feed 2,500 food insecure children throughout three counties in Georgia. This effort was made possible by generous Foundation donors.

SHORT

the Squirrel

SHORT, ® the mascot of a children’s literacy program created by Monica Anderson Young and Dr. Dee Dupree Bennett, Gamma Sigma–Troy University, made a surprise visit to deliver crayons and educational coloring sheets to go inside each backpack.

Alpha Gam debuted a new ® philanthropy video for collegiate chapters to use during their university’s Philanthropy Round or as needed during recruitment. The event concluded with an insightful Q&A with Distinguished Citizen Leanne Caret, Epsilon Chi–Kansas State University, hosted by IHQ CEO Katie Abernathy.

Attendees were then encouraged to attend two of eight educational sessions covering a variety of topics.

An evening on the town followed, and Foundation Jewel and Corinthian Society members made their way to the Georgia Aquarium to celebrate their philanthropic impact alongside majestic belugas and other mischievous sea creatures

Friday

Friday morning came early for the Ritual Committee as they set up for the day’s events. Leadership Consultants and members selected by the International President gathered to rehearse for the day’s ritual events. Soon the hotel atrium was bustling with members dressed in their white badge attire as they made their way to the ballroom for the Initiation of four alumnae members and a Memorial Service to honor those who entered Chapter Grand during the biennium.

The Honors of Epsilon Pi Brunch followed. Afterward, 251 members received an Honor of Epsilon Pi in the Arc Series and 13 members received an Honor in the Crescent Series.

The Honors of Epsilon Pi were established to recognize the remarkable efforts and contributions of alumnae volunteers who give faithful and outstanding service to the Fraternity.

As twilight fell on the second day, the focus turned to celebrating collegiate and alumnae chapter achievement. Members of all generations walked the red carpet in cocktail attire just outside the ballroom before enjoying a buffet-style dinner.

International Council members announced nearly 200 awards in a variety of categories, each representing countless hours of dedication and commitment. Sounds of applause, cheers and carefully curated walk-up songs filled the air with each award announcement.

Alpha Gam’s highest individual alumnae honor, the Distinguished Citizens Award, was presented to two alumnae who truly live out our Purpose while making a significant impact within their  professions. The Rose Bowl—Alpha Gam’s top academic achievement— was next, followed by the Alumnae Annulet which honors the alumnae chapter or club that best provides a comprehensive alumnae experience.

Distinguished Citizens

This honor is presented to alumnae who have made outstanding contributions and impacts in their chosen field or in their communities. The achievements of nominees are unique and clearly rise above and beyond all levels of expectation. View the videos linked below to learn more about these inspiring women.

Captain Michele Schallip

ALPHA UPSILON

Central Michigan University

Commanding Officer of the

U.S.S. Coast Guard Cutter Healy

Leanne Guyette Caret

EPSILON CHI

Kansas State University

Retired President and CEO of Boeing Defense, Space and Security

As the most anticipated moment of the night neared, International President Lee Woodham Langub returned to the stage to announce The Circle of Excellence, the precursor for consideration to receive the Collegiate Annulet. Chapters achieving at least 90 percent of overall Good Standing points during at least one year of each biennium are eligible to receive this prestigious honor. The criterion includes attaining benchmarks of excellence in all critical areas, including academics, recruitment, retention, operations, philanthropy, leadership, service, sisterhood and finance.

Finally, with all eligible chapters within each structure on stage, the top chapters were announced to step forward to receive The Annulet.

Structure A: Alpha Epsilon–Westminster College

Structure B: Gamma Zeta–University of Memphis

Structure C: Epsilon Zeta–Arkansas State University

Structure D: Psi–University of Alabama

The celebration concluded with hugs and photos, followed by a dance party with Park Band. Scan to see

Awards Red Carpet

This year’s Circle of Excellence included:

• Structure A: Alpha Epsilon–Westminster College and Epsilon Mu–Fort Hays State University

• Structure B: Epsilon Epsilon–William Jewell College, Epsilon Kappa–Pittsburg State University, Gamma Xi–Murray State University, Gamma Zeta–University of Memphis and Zeta Gamma–Gannon University

• Structure C: Epsilon Zeta–Arkansas State University, Gamma Omega–University of Alabama at Birmingham, Gamma Sigma–Troy University and Zeta Pi–Saint Joseph’s University

• Structure D: Gamma Delta–Auburn University and Psi–University of Alabama for Alpha Gam’s largest chapter size

® 2024 Honors of Epsilon Pi Recipients Members unable to attend Convention are recognized through a locally held Lighting of the Tapers Ceremony.

Saturday

The final day began with a call to order to reopen the floor for Fraternity business. On the docket was a resolution to modify our Opening Ritual Service by replacing The Lord’s Prayer with a moment of silence.

International President Lee Woodham Langub acknowledged the importance of the conversation.

“It is essential for us to recognize that difficult conversations are an inherent part of our responsibility as stewards of our Fraternity. While it may be tempting to shy away from contentious issues, I firmly believe that facing them head-on is crucial,” Lee said. “These conversations allow us to gain deeper insights, explore diverse perspectives and ultimately make more informed decisions about the practices that define us.”

Following an informative presentation regarding Robert’s Rules of Order from Fashika Willis-McClelland, our registered Parliamentarian, an official roll call was taken, and the Credentials Committee Report was adopted.

Fran George Arnsdorff, the Chair of the Resolutions Committee, presented the proposed resolution, its rationale, and the committee’s unanimous recommendation that it be adopted.

“Collegiate chapters attract a diverse population of members from a variety of religious and cultural backgrounds. It is our duty as a Fraternity to cultivate an

environment in which members feel safe and celebrated,” Fran quoted from the resolution’s rationale. “To create an inclusive and diverse environment that supports and celebrates all sisters, we must take actions in all things, including Ritual, to ensure that safe space.”

International Vice President Catherine Matthews iterated International Council’s support of the resolution.

As the floor opened for discussion, members made their way to the microphones to present pros, cons or ask questions. Thoughtful discussion from both the pro and con viewpoints was respectfully presented by members of all generations.

“I was truly impressed by the mutual respect displayed by everyone during the business meeting,” said CEO Katie Jolley Abernathy. “The Ritual of Alpha Gamma Delta holds deep significance for all our members, and I greatly appreciate the willingness of our sisters to engage in honest and open dialogue on such an important topic.

The Alpha Gamma Delta Constitution and Standing Rules states that any changes to the Ritual must be approved by a two-thirds majority vote of voting members in Good Standing and present at Convention. While more than half the body voted to pass the resolution, it did not receive a two-thirds majority vote. As the resolution did not pass, Opening Ritual should continue to be conducted with the recitation of the Lord’s Prayer.

State of the Fraternity

One of the many important pieces of Convention business is the State of the Fraternity, a statistical recap of the past biennium. View the full report

After additional Volunteer Service Team introductions, International Vice President and International President-Elect Andrea Pendleton presented an update on the strategic plan launched in 2022 and the work towards it’s four priorities: our collegiate members, alumnae, advisors and the sustainability of our organization.

“Sustainability is the foundation of the work of our strategic plan. Each one of these elements of sustainability is critical to keeping Alpha Gamma Delta strong and successful moving forward,” Andrea said. “I look forward to seeing us reach these goals in 2026.”

Next, the Inspire and Impact Luncheon, sponsored by the Foundation, celebrated those who have advanced the education, philanthropy and leadership opportunities made possible by Foundation donors. The sound of cheers and hand clappers filled the air as awards were given to collegiate chapters and alumnae groups.

“We are philanthropic—not only because it’s the right thing to do, but—because we are Alpha Gams. Many of our sisters not only live our Purpose every day, they go above and beyond. We are honored to recognize the following philanthropic individuals, chapters and clubs,” said former Foundation Trustee Adrienne Kerr Beckett.

After lunch, members returned to the business meeting for a few final reports—including the report of the Courtesy Resolutions Committee.

Courtesy Resolutions Committee

While many reports are a formality, the Courtesy Resolutions committee’s often satirical take is always a crowd favorite. “We love incorporating fun puns and playful digs about the things that happen at Convention,” said Committee Chair Amy Kant Ridenour, Beta Epsilon—Carroll University of the often-satirical report. “It’s always a collaborative, creative process that keeps us laughing long into the night.

A new flag was added to the stage in memory of Tricia Barber, Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia, and all Alpha Gamma Deltas who have served in the National Panhellenic Conference. Tricia, a former Grand Vice President-Extension and longtime NPC volunteer, entered Chapter Grand this year.

After the motion passed to approve the reports of the international officers and committee chairs, Lee addressed the Convention body for the final time as International President.

“What a journey it has been serving as International President the past six years. During my first convention address in 2018, I stated that my focus would be centered around two specific questions—will our actions create the best sorority experience possible and how are we inspiring women to impact the world?” said Lee. “Those words were spoken with a lot of hope, but not knowing what the next six years would bring. Looking back now, I can say that those two questions have remained guideposts".

After thanking each of her fellow Council members, Lee passed the gavel and announced the location of the 2026 Convention—Phoenix! As the Closing Ritual concluded, all eyes then turned to the future of the organization with the installation of the new International Council.

The installation and swearing in of each officer concluded with an address from the newly inducted 25th International President, Andrea Pendleton.

“Growing up in Atlanta, I had no idea my path to sisterhood would begin here at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis,” Andrea began, as she recounted seeing a sorority convention at the hotel during a high school leadership conference. “Little did I know that this event would spark my passion for leadership and guide me towards a lifechanging sisterhood.”

Andrea’s Great Aunt Nettye was at that convention and while she had long known her aunt was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, that was the first day they really talked about her experience as a sorority woman.

It was also the first time she imagined joining a sorority.

“Honestly, it was a brief thought. But that image—that ocean of pink and green still comes to mind every time I step foot in this hotel,” she said. “It is only surpassed today by this moment. Right here. Right now. Looking out at all of you in your red, buff and green…this is a moment I will never forget.”

Andrea went on to tell her story of becoming a sorority woman and her realization that she was the first black woman to pledge a Panhellenic chapter at Mercer. Though her initiation into Alpha Gamma Delta didn’t occur that year, she knew by her second bid day run that her destination was a place she could be her full, true, authentic self.

“I never set out to be the first to do something. I never sought the spotlight or craved recognition. And I never imagined I would stand before you today as your International President,” she said. “By being first, I also know that I will not be the last. We are all paving a path for other women and girls in our own ways.”

Her words set a powerful tone for the next chapter in Alpha Gamma Delta’s history, challenging every sister to embrace authenticity, lift others up, and never forget the transformative power of sisterhood.

The final evening of Convention brought with it one of Alpha Gamma Delta’s most cherished traditions: The Feast of Roses. After dinner, as soft candlelight bathed the room in a warm glow, Toastmistress Kelly Cornett introduced the head table and welcomed the guests of honor, our newest alumnae initiates.

The traditional toasts honoring our Alma Maters, Founders, Alumnae, Collegians, Initiates and our Fraternity were given by Jamie Schenck, Debra Wilson Purdy, and International Vice Presidents Carol Richards Peske, Jolie Graves Webb and Klazina van den Berg.

The evening reached its emotional peak during the chapter roll call. As each chapter’s name was announced, the room transformed into a sea of flickering lights. Convention officially concluded with The Living Circle, an old fashioned sing-a-long led by Rosie Jordan, Beta Delta—Indiana University Bloomington, Libba Walker Fyke, Gamma Zeta—University of Memphis and Debbie Douglass Roth, Omega—University of Akron.

Meet the 2024-2026 International Council

The Fraternity is excited to announce the seven women elected to serve on International Council for the 2024-26 biennium and welcomes three new International Vice Presidents, Adrienne Kerr Beckett, Carol Richards Peske and Jolie Graves Webb.

International President: Andrea Pendleton Gamma

Iota–Mercer University

Occupation: Director of Giving, Herschend Family Foundation

Education: B.A. in both Political Science and Women's and Gender Studies; M.E. in Higher Education Leadership Residence: Atlanta, Georgia

Honors: Crescent of Epsilon Pi

In her third term on International Council, and first term as International President, Andrea will continue to focus on providing the best sorority experience possible for Alpha Gamma Delta members.

International Vice Presidents:

Adrienne Kerr Beckett Zeta Omicron–Kettering University

Occupation: Vice President, Supply Chain Planning – Safety and Productivity Solutions at Honeywell International

Education: B.S. in Management Systems; M.S. in Management

Residence: Charlotte, North Carolina

Honors: Crescent of Epsilon Pi

Kalina Haynes Mu–Brenau University

Occupation: News Producer at KDFW in Dallas

Education: B.A. in Mass Communications Residence: Arlington, Texas

Honors: Crescent of Epsilon Pi with Diamonds

Jennifer Smentek Mores Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia

Occupation: Sr. Account Executive, Favor & Company

Education: B.A. in Political Science Residence: Johnston, Iowa

Honors: Crescent of Epsilon Pi

Carol Richards Peske Alpha Beta–University of Michigan

Occupation: Contract writer & editor

Education: B.A. in both Communications and French Residence: Tucson, Arizona

Honors: Crescent of Epsilon Pi with Diamonds

Klazina van den Berg

Delta Zeta–University of British Columbia

Occupation: Senior Associate, Sustainable Investing at CPP Investments

Education: B.C. in Accounting and Organizational Behaviour

Residence: Toronto, Ontario

Honors: Crescent of Epsilon Pi

Jolie Graves Webb

Delta Iota–California State University-Chico

Occupation: Personal trainer & nutrition coach

Education: B.S. in Exercise Physiology

Residence: Chico, California

Honors: Crescent of Epsilon Pi

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Remembering Cherished Friendships

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

Former Grand Council Member Enters Chapter Grand

1954-2024 | GAMMA ALPHA

University of Georgia

With heavy hearts, we share Dr. Tricia Barber, Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia, former Grand Vice PresidentExtension and NPC Delegate, entered Chapter Grand on May 15, 2024.

Tricia, a 1974 initiate, had a long and impressive service record for our organization. Tricia served as Grand Vice President-Extension from 1985-89, opening 14 chapters across the country. She then served as Delegate to the National Panhellenic Conference for six years, and during that time served as Chair of the College Panhellenics Committee, the group of volunteers that

supports Panhellenic organizations at college campuses throughout North America. Tricia continued to serve for many years as both a member of our NPC Delegation and as an Area Advisor, a role she held for nearly 25 years, working directly with College Panhellenics in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Tricia is one of 29 women who have been awarded the Circle of Epsilon Pi, the highest honor Alpha Gamma Delta bestows.

NPC recognized Tricia as a 2023 Distinguished Service Award recipient. A video dedication highlighting her years of service can be viewed here ®. Alpha Gamma Delta will deeply miss and always appreciate Tricia for her dedicated service to the Fraternity and National Panhellenic Conference.

Remembering Lauren Alexis Whinery

2003-2024 | PSI

University of Alabama

Lauren Whinery, Psi—University of Alabama (UA), entered Chapter Grand on July 1, 2024.

Lauren was a graduate of Prairie High School and a rising junior at UA, where she was pursuing a marketing degree with dual minors in sales and global and cultural perspectives.

“Lauren was such a light within our chapter. Over the past couple of days friends have recalled precious memories of Lauren being

the kind of friend one can only hope to have. She was a friend to all and was always eager to extend an invitation or offer a seat at her table. She leaves behind a legacy of love and an impact that will never be forgotten. We are thankful for the opportunity to have experienced the kind of love she had to offer, and we are blessed to call her our sister,” said Sarah Kate Smalley, Psi Chapter President.

Chapter Grand

ALPHA

Syracuse University

Nancy Payson Hess 1944

Doris Gruendike Livingston 1944

Rhea Johnson Miller 1944

Elsie B Davis Nick 1944

Nancy Roe Withey 1944

Barbara Reed Greenfield 1960

Linda McCracken Tell 1964

BETA

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Colleen Clifford Barnett 1944

Edith Schwenn Fisher 1944

Dareen Goetsch Hoenig 1944

Catherine Mueller Henry 1944

Elizabeth Taylor Lehman 1944

Marygold Shire Melli 1944

Verena Voll Crane 1945

Doris Lehman Kitson 1945

Virginia Mills McHugh 1945

Mary R Ross Uchida 1945

Dolores Silverness Jung 1947

Patricia Locken Chantrey 1951

DELTA

University of Minnesota

Joanne Norton Dunn 1943

Virginia Radabaugh Simon 1943

Mardonna Bartholet 1944

Mary Burns Bunker 1944

Mary Limond Clutter 1944

Geraldine Schlitgus Eagan 1944

Marilyn Nelson Holland 1944

Mabel Jokull 1944

M McMahon Blatz 1945

Dorothy Dugas 1945

Sally J Scherven Economon 1945

Dorothy Berg Jacobson 1945

Virginia Beinhorn Powell 1945

EPSILON

University of Kentucky

Ida Tinley Butron 1944

Patsy Jo Hibbs Terrell 1944

Betty Latimer Anderson 1952

Mary Lou Beeler Smith 1953

Phyllis Wall Rohlf 1963

The Fraternity extends sincere condolences to family and friends of these members. This list includes notices received between April 16, 2024 –September 30, 2024, in order of initiation date.

ZETA

Ohio University

Phyllis Royon Rapp 1943

Patricia Morley Anthony 1944

Phyllis Ann Sharp Austin 1944

Mary Overholt Cipra 1944

Elizabeth Kinnison Sumner 1944

Jane Frame Paynter 1945

Lois Sayles Arter 1947

Lynn Miller Hanson 1960

ETA

DePauw University

Ellen McGurty Brown 1944

Shirley Lauridsen Daugherty 1944

Ruth Bergstrom Grauer 1944

Virginia R Arnold Hebel 1948

Nora Meece Sullivan 1950

Karen J Steward Schultz 1956

Cecelia Helwig Hilgert 1962

Karen A Baldauski 1965

THETA

Goucher College

Jeanne Herzer Ward 1943

Jane Louis Lane 1947

IOTA

University of Washington

Elaine Bjelland Johnson 1944

Mary McNeill Tardiff 1944

Ivy Richardson 1960

Patricia Williams Kraniotis 1963

Lois Lindenmeyer Bond 1966

KAPPA

Allegheny College

PPortia Gott Simpson 1945

Harriet Ruth Walters Sullivan 1949

Martha Ruth Nelson Hebert 1950

Carolyn Shaefer Combs 1954

Adelaide Skelly Colwell 1955

Marcia Brevoort 1963

Susan Allman Cook 1965

Leona Pfund Faust 1975

LAMBDA

Northwestern University

Nancy Wolff Dargan 1944

Lillian Hoffman 1944

Jeanne Skinner Leonard 1944

Marilyn Rupe Malles 1944

Marian Koenig Myers 1944

Joy Wall Kent 1945

Gloria DeFeo Lewis 1952

Barbara Sullivan Ricks 1959

MU

Brenau University

Mildred Hatfield Buckler 1944

Frances Vanderveer Culgan 1944

Frances Brogdon Fennell 1944

Mary Roll Nickell 1945

Joyce Buchanan Spare 1945

Sarah Weaver Mewborne 1961

NU

Boston University

Marcia Clarke Foulger 1948

XI

Illinois Wesleyan University

Margaret Hayes Theis 1941

June Atherton Ranich 1944

Gerene Jabsen Parker 1945

Mary Dandeles Cook 1959

Kaye Althaus Lindberg 1966

OMICRON

University of California-Berkeley

Joanne Allen Cony 1944

Patricia Underwood Eckols 1944

Jeanne Grassens McHugh 1944

Mary Brandt O'Neill 1944

Margaret Scribner Pribyl 1944

Jane Houstoun Sheffield 1944

Elizabeth Couture Slater 1944

Marilyn Coughlan Bray 1945

Mary Walsh Towers 1945

Sallielou Ward Carter 1948

Roberta Robb Dube 1948

Mary June King Swalen 1950

Laryon Dayton Owens 1952

Valerie Lundgren Hurst 1956

Sylvia Clay Stoddards 1965

Karen Kelly Jacuzzi 1975

PI

Coe College

Lois Breakenridge Gallagher 1944

Marilyn Hall Jones 1944

Pamela Wheat 1963

RHO

Iowa State University

Georgia Leisure 1944

Laurene Johnson Wastvedt 1944

Patricia Walther Felts 1948

Lynas Schwendemann Waun 1951

Beth Grunewald Kimm 1966

SIGMA

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Jane Lindsley Hedrick 1943

Mary LaLiberte Moss 1944

Meta J Miethe Pickens 1944

Catherine Crisler Swanson 1944

Janice Johnson Petri 1969

TAU

University of Toronto

Marguerite McCavour Tamblyn 1944

Deborah Avery King 1945

UPSILON

University of Oklahoma

Donna Mullins Earnheart 1957

Sandra Worthington Lemon 1960

Elna McKewon Hensley 1970

Mary Cook 1971

PHI

Oregon State University

Mary Eisenhauer Harper 1943

Louise Burge Dean 1944

Gloria Lindquist Johnson 1944

Eileen Fisher Weddle 1944

Jane Lasselle McGee 1948

Patty Lou Grant Reese 1955

Jane Yantti Marquis 1961

CHI

Michigan State University

Elizabeth Cornish Kenney 1944

Charlotte Nevitt Johns 1945

Beverly Schlatter Dickinson 1953

Patricia Knilans Eliason 1956

Chapter Grand

The Fraternity extends sincere condolences to family and friends of these members. This list includes notices received between April 16, 2024 –September 30, 2024, in order of initiation date.

PSI

University of Alabama

Mary Patton Clark 1944

Dollyanne Brevard Farquhar 1944

Martha Speight Reeves 1944

Pamelia Johnson Kalinin 1945

Kathryn Isbell O'Rear 1948

Lauren Whinery 2022

OMEGA

University of Akron

Enid Baker Blake 1944

Audrey Frazee Lake 1944

Carolyn Woods Rowland 1944

Millicent Grotzinger Wisnom 1944

Jimmie Mann Looney 1945

Elizabeth Edmiston McQueen 1956

ALPHA ALPHA

University at Buffalo-SUNY

Irene McCadden Bryant 1944

Betty Jo O'Connell McCanty 1944

Jeanne Haffa McKown 1944

Mary Piper Trudell 1944

Jane Noller Turner 1944

Carol Blackmon Crook 1945

Janet Prosser Sciolino 1945

Mildred Benson Whitcomb 1946

Brenda Bigelow Kemp 1956

ALPHA BETA

University of Michigan

Rosemary Smith Larsen 1944

Sally Staples Kuyper 1955

Lois Miller White 1958

Miriam Lang Brown 1964

ALPHA GAMMA

University of Cincinnati

June Ellebrecht Hosick 1944

Carolyn Leonhard Cate 1945

Donna Harrell Medlock 1949

ALPHA DELTA

Ohio Wesleyan University

Sally Smith Barkhauer 1944

Bonnie Essert Bast 1944

Maralyn Martin Blackburn 1944

Margaret Lacy Irwin 1944

Caroline Ellibee McCarthy 1944

Suzanne Cramer Sullivan 1944

Dorothy Trayan Hayden 1945

Ruth Yeck Parks 1945

Pansy Stone Whitman 1945

Helen Collier 1946

Catherine Winkler Olds 1946

Barbara Breese Winbigler 1946

Joann M Eisley Gidday 1947

Mary Joan Lump Hultz 1948

Catherine Johnson 1948

Anne Peck Olson 1948

Betty Ward Pence 1948

Shirley Winget Buehler 1952

Sara Wilkinson Adams 1954

Linda Ann Vescelius Allen 1957

Martha Bigelow Phinney 1958

Sally L McKinney Chacey 1962

Linda Marie Gill Bryden 1969

ALPHA EPSILON

Westminster College

Marion Cochran 1944

Marjorie Jordan Doak 1944

Patricia Carney Griffith 1944

Dorothy McDowell Hoffman 1944

Dorothy Ross Mackey 1944

Martha Simon Romig 1944

Margaret Reed Seaton 1944

Nancy Gordon Stitzinger 1944

Margaret Langdon Wolff 1944

Emma Lemon Dwyer 1945

Jane Randolph Stitt 1945

Edith Hindley Webber 1945

ALPHA ZETA

McGill University

Catherine Wickenden Mooney 1944

Barbara Clements Moore 1945

Beverly Tarr Gowe 1956

Kathleen McAllister Wilson 1956

ALPHA ETA

Dalhousie University

Elizabeth Atkins Martin 1944

Maxine Titford Vivian 1950

Barbara Mercer Stevenson 1960

Patricia Brinton Richardson 1961

ALPHA THETA

Hunter College

Frances Maas DiLeo 1944

Muriel Young Scott 1944

Marie Tierney 1944

Helena Arnold Squicciarini 1951

Eva Kastan Grove 1956

Elena A Mirabella Santos 1956

Chapter Grand Notification

ALPHA IOTA

Baldwin Wallace University

Barbara Moyer Roach 1945

Joan Henderson Hodgson 1956

Jessie Martin McConoughey 1956

Mary B Gerrard McCullough 1956

Sondra Mahon Ruby 1956

Patricia Apryle Warrick 1956

Sheila Loftus 1961

ALPHA KAPPA

Bowling Green State University

Callajeane Ollendorf Dean 1945

Sandra Contos Enright 1946

Phyllis Hahn Postle 1946

Lois Williams Wall 1946

Phyllis Hendricks Weaver 1951

Barbara Warren Martin 1956

Barbara Ann Bigelow Kanuch 1957

ALPHA LAMBDA

The Ohio State University

Marilyn Kessel Milum 1948

ALPHA MU

Pennsylvania State University

Geraldine Anne Morris Massey 1956

Joanna Moatz Hall 1959

Hilda Jacobs Arnold 1961

ALPHA NU

Kent State University

Janis Heffner Carter 1965

Mary Louise Paoloni Schweikert 1966

To notify Alpha Gamma Delta of a sister who has entered Chapter Grand, please visit ® alphagammadelta.org/chapter-grand/

Upon entering Chapter Grand, a member may be buried with her Badge or her Badge must be returned to International Headquarters (since Badges are only leased to members).

When returning a badge to IHQ, please include the appropriate Badge Return Form, available at ® alphagammadelta.org/chapter-grand/, to ensure proper archival procedures.

ALPHA XI

University of Maryland-College Park

Margaret E Dinkle Judge 1954

Suzanne Taylor Ferguson 1956

Gaye Smith Juten 1956

ALPHA OMICRON

West Virginia Wesleyan College

Lucy Williams Bone 1948

Elizabeth Roush Burris 1948

Charlotte Umberger Swinehart 1948

Mary Mann Zinn 1948

Linda Perry Landfried 1955

Judith Murray Pippenger 1956

Brenda McKibben Hull 1959

ALPHA PI

Wayne State University

Virginia Manoli Hosmer 1959

ALPHA TAU

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

Judith Ann Korn Keenan 1968

ALPHA PSI

Ferris State University

Gail M Gersonde Dibartolo 1963

Theresa Foust 1963

Elinor Jewell Holland 1963

Theresa E Pierson Jacobson 1963

Alberta J Nabozny MacKenzie 1963

Elaine Burgess Proctor 1963

Linda Campbell Skar 1963

Beulah Nisbett Ward 1963

Ann Ruth Tetzlaff Westart 1963

Mary Bookey 1965

Christine Gran 1965

Camilla Warnick Kew 1965

Barbara Pettersch Post 1965

Kristie Leach Husby 1966

Sherry Lynn Engmark Niewiadomski 1966

Susan Margaret Laurin Stoudt 1966

Elaine Hancock Bruinsma 1967

Lois Conrad 1967

Florence Michell 1967

Pearl Rankin 1967

Leslie Buhs Wells 1969

Cynthia Anne Earl Clark 1971

Melissa Ann Meany Thomas 1971

ALPHA OMEGA

Duquesne University

Diane Palka Machi 1971

BETA ALPHA

Nebraska Wesleyan University

Thelma Fleischauer Becay 1944

Erma Galligher Hart 1945

Adell Weihing VanPatten-Gorny 1972

Teresa Stech Burdick 1973

Sharon Lienemann 1984

BETA BETA

North Dakota State University

Betty Talkington Fithian 1944

Charlotte Jennison Garaas 1944

Kay Fitch Milner 1944

Jeanne Hendrickson Richards 1944

Enid Whittenberg Tweeton 1944

Lynnel Buchanan Boone 1956

Cindy Kelner Lien 1973

BETA GAMMA

University of Manitoba

Sharon McNamara Wurmann 1957

Barbara Deyman Brooks 1968

BETA DELTA

Indiana University

Barbara Wahl Bastin 1947

Betty McLeod 1947

Nancy Bryan Weaver 1965

Patricia Cates Holda 1985

BETA EPSILON

Carroll University

Sally Rosenmerkel Morey 1953

Kit Hughes 1967

BETA ZETA

Parsons College

Millicent Schultz Nielsen 1957

BETA ETA

Southern Illinois University at Carbondale

Helen Chandler 1957

Marilyn Riggin Hadfield 1957

Elaine Kalla Lehocky 1957

Marilyn Rose Moore 1957

BETA THETA

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Holle Chopp Kelley 1959

BETA IOTA

Eastern Illinois University

Sandra Bird Mack 1960

Diane Doran Yuroff 1960

Sheryl Lynn Daubs Hinkle 1974

BETA LAMBDA

University of South Dakota

Margaret Pond Smyser 1966

BETA OMICRON

Illinois State University

Doris Decker Friedman 1979

GAMMA ALPHA

University of Georgia

Winifred Howe Payne 1944

Eliz Ann Baylis Arnold 1948

Patricia Barber 1974

GAMMA BETA

Florida State University

Mary Yancey Hartmann 1941

Eugenia Joiner DeLoach 1944

Sarah Boynton Helgason 1944

Barbara Timmons Yon 1950

Pamela Irene Carlton Anders 1967

Patricia Bumgardner Dymond 1969

Carol Marchich Wine 1969

Ruth Black Gryzich 1975

Pamela McCullough 1979

GAMMA GAMMA

Queens University of Charlotte

Sue Anderson 1944

Carolyn Hobson Cartwright 1944

Ellen Freeman Harton 1944

Carol Kerchner Jackson 1944

Flora Nowell Winfree 1944

Janie Mitchener Harrell 1945

GAMMA DELTA

Auburn University

Mary Bryan Holland 1944

Frances Meaders Klein 1944

Yvonne Wallace Owen 1944

Bettye Wilson Sims 1944

Ann Olander Jones 1945

Lillian E Martin Laporte 1945

Bess Price Sanford 1945

Margie Green Paris 1946

Beverley Burkhardt Thomas 1946

Margaret Johnson Tillman 1946

Emilu Yarbrough Gray 1947

Louise Barfield Hammett 1947

Patsy Allen Holman 1947

Lois Williams Norman 1947

Carolyn Ingham Burson 1948

Merle Godwin Flourney 1948

Billie Estes Inman 1948

Sara Putman Johnston 1948

Frances Gates Moore 1948

Bettye Smith Wiginton 1948

Dorothy Wilson Cummins 1949

Elizabeth Liddell Henderson 1949

Joan Holland Pate 1950

Elizabeth Porter Martin 1951

Alice Clark Wilson 1951

Patricia Grace Robinson 1952

Shirley Christopher Woods 1952

Connie Sturkie Floyd 1956

Olivia Bryant Crump 1959

Nedra K Timmons Nobles 1959

Ann Watson Collister 1986

Chapter Grand

The Fraternity extends sincere condolences to family and friends of these members. This list includes notices received between April 16, 2024 –September 30, 2024, in order of initiation date.

GAMMA EPSILON

University of North Carolina at Chapel HIll

Frances Hicks Elliot 1945

Elsie Cushman Warwick 1945

Barbara Thomas Horton 1949

Elizabeth Prior Magnusson 1950

Dorothy Manss Stedfast 1950

Barbara Schreiffler White 1950

Adrian Dunn Bellinger 1951

Rebecca Floyd McCaskill 1951

Barbara Krafft Vercoe 1951

Shirley Gee Seabrook 1952

Dolores S Funai Wood 1952

Anna Stewart Harris 1953

Barbara Smith Wilson 1954

Alice Eison Bivin 1955

Gwendolyn Lemly Summey 1955

Andrea Stalvey Davis 1957

Nancy Davies Avery 1958

Susanne Robinson Hardy 1958

Marjorie Crane Starling 1958

Sally Beard Schmidt 1959

Mary Todd Templeton 1959

Beth Harris Williams 1960

GAMMA ZETA

University of Memphis

Virginia Beasley Cortese 1947

Frances Lashbrook Felix 1947

Lillian Roe Humphreys 1947

Louise Drennan Keathley 1947

Dorothy Stell Berry 1948

Mildred Laster Cox 1948

Helen Hammond Hall 1948

Ann James Karcher 1948

Ruby Johnson Lofton 1948

Betty June Williams Moth 1948

Minor Bullock Murrah 1948

Elaine Bailey Neustadter 1948

Dorothy Whitworth Williamson 1948

Peggy Sibley Heard 1949

Mary Pence Irby 1949

Virginia Priestley Lamb 1949

Mary Mitchell Wiesman 1950

Lyndall Turner Austin 1955

GAMMA ETA

High Point University

Linda Briggs Loftin 1956

Linda Sechrest 1956

Jacksie Miller Cumby 1957

Elizabeth Peterson Hodge 1957

Ada Ingle Webb 1960

Sylvia Smith Wheless 1961

GAMMA IOTA

Mercer University

Joanna B Brown Mahood 1965

Patricia Kohan Stephens 1973

GAMMA KAPPA

Northwestern State University of Louisiana

Murray Wannamaker Francis 1959

Melba Conlay Weaver 1959

Judye Beth Thomas Jones 1960

Mildred Anne Amberg Harter 1960

Dianne Mayeaux Christopher 1961

GAMMA LAMBDA

Longwood University

Melissa Rowe Sutton 1959

GAMMA NU

University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Frances Mary Anne Harvey Turcott 1971

GAMMA PI

Middle Tennessee State University

Nanzy Porter Stewart 1978

Lounita Cook Howard 1981

GAMMA SIGMA

Troy University

Meradith Dunn Alpin 2006

GAMMA UPSILON

University Of Montevelo

Emily Vest Pendleton 1972

DELTA ALPHA

University of Southern California

Jane Glidden Kraus 1953

Kathleen Harris Windsor 1963

Linda Fisher Massey 1967

Deborah Anderson Kolodji 1979

DELTA BETA

Washington State University

Helen Landers Anderson 1944

Janet Harrison Bergquist 1944

Patricia Michaud Fairbanks 1944

Carolyn Faulkner Foos 1944

Jacquelyn Starks McDonald 1944

Ruth Hall Melli 1944

Phyllis Cannon Merwick 1949

Marilyn Ramey Werry 1950

Beverly Ann Reynolds Aborn-Steely 1952

Beverly Hall Ehlers 1962

Mary Remsberg Irvin 1964

DELTA GAMMA

Montana State University

Beatrice Grettenberg Crossman 1944

Frances Oswald Strickfaden 1944

Delores Fairbanks Juedeman 1951

DELTA DELTA

University of Oregon

Molly Connell Black 1944

Patricia Wilkins Heikkila 1944

Aralee Waite Medcraft 1944

Patricia Mahany Pittman 1944

Marguerite Schappaugh Szekely 1944

Sally Gray Weaver 1958

Diane Wagenblast Kaseberg 1962

DELTA EPSILON

University of California-Los Angeles

Virginia Randolph Butler-Fletcher 1944

Jeanne Lipking Richardson 1945

Claire Wagner 1978

DELTA ZETA

University of British Columbia

Lilian McEachern McDonell 1944

Barbara Culter Weir 1944

Nancy Seed Crawford 1955

Linn Morison Teetzel 1968

DELTA ETA

San Diego State University

Frances Gibson Grimes 1955

Suzann J Swenson Workman 1963

Selena Brennan-Shupe Emond 1988

DELTA THETA

University of Idaho

Jeanne MacMartin Berger 1958

Mildred Garth Christian 1964

Susan Bullock Stone 1972

DELTA IOTA

California State University-Chico

Robin Horvat 1963

Janice Krenz 1963

Kathleen Ingalls 1973

DELTA KAPPA

University of Alberta

Sharon Skuba Hoekstra 1970

EPSILON ALPHA

University of Missouri

Betty Jo Reasons Baker 1944

Norma Williamson Hill 1944

Bettelee Boggs McNeil 1944

Mary Miller Remington 1944

Marilou Milburn Jones 1945

Gloria Robertson Ragan 1945

Dana Todd Long 1965

EPSILON BETA

University of Kansas

Roberta Golub Theurer 1969

EPSILON GAMMA

University of Denver

Charlotte Deharport 1944

Daisy Ruby Jorgensen 1944

Barbara Ann Miles McCabe 1944

Patricia Fox Rowland 1944

Virginia Vandegrift Black 1945

Eleanor Ryan Culbertson 1945

Theresa Stalcup Champlin 1948

EPSILON DELTA

University of Texas at Austin

Betty Beecroft Johnston 1944

Joan Mackey Kincaid 1944

Joyce Siegle King 1944

Margaret Shirley Longino 1944

Bertha Field Masterman 1944

Mary Linscomb Parker 1944

Virginia Thaxton Read 1944

Coral Yolland Scroggins 1944

Mattie Bunting Wilson 1946

Mary White Heffron 1949

Barbara Roscher Speer 1961

EPSILON EPSILON

William Jewell College

Patty Davis Ellis 1946

Jane Biswell Golub 1961

Beverly Arnold Biagioli 1972

EPSILON ZETA

Arkansas State University

Carolyn Rhea Frierson 1951

Phyllis Swindle Jackson 1954

Geraldine Naile Voorhees 1954

Jane Fietz Stepka 1955

Patricia Huffman Vanausdall 1955

Donna Reichen Shipman 1966

EPSILON THETA

University of Colorado Boulder

Mary Kelley Wyss-Cummings 1960

EPSILON KAPPA

Pittsburg State University

Rose Reda Williamson 1959

Sue Rash Albers 1960

Frances McCabe Kottler 1960

EPSILON MU

Fort Hays State University

Mary Boxberger Combs 1959

Barbara Dyatt 1959

Marcia Osborn Eads 1959

Greta Strecker Ream 1959

Sharon Seery Myer 1960

EPSILON NU

University of Central Oklahoma

Viki Cunningham Sarff 1960

Allison Sheldon Rogers 1965

Lou Terry Spencer 1965

EPSILON RHO

Texas A&M University

Allison Smith 1979

EPSILON OMEGA

Truman State University

Katherine Meadows 1997

ZETA ZETA

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Sarah Snow Wilfert 1997

ZETA KAPPA

University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown

Christina Graham Hansen 1992

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 to the right.

Generosity in Action...

at Convention...

More than 700 sisters learned about high-achieving leaders during Lindsay Boccardo’s keynote.

The Foundation awarded $20,000 to Blessings in a Backpack, funding 2,500 backpacks of food for children in Atlanta – all packed by attendees.

Sisters raised more than $30,000 in support of our mission by sharing Appreciation Roses with one another.

on campus...

At the Academy for Chapter Advisors, advisors learned about today’s college students, mental health needs and trends in higher education.

The Foundation awarded $283,250 in Academic Scholarships to 211 sisters from 83 chapters for the 2024-45 academic year.

Check out the Foundation’s Scholarship Report to learn more about the recipients.

in our communities...

Last fiscal year, 26 sisters received Disaster Relief and SIS hardship grants.

As of 2024, the Foundation has awarded $1.79M in fighting hunger grants to organizations across North America.

Read the Foundation’s Gratitude Report to learn more about Alpha Gam’s impact across North America.

Put your generosity into action!

Last Looks:

International Convention 2001

Atlanta Marriott Marquis

This summer, Alpha Gam celebrated her 52nd International Convention in Atlanta at the Marriott Marquis Hotel. But did you know there was another Convention held at that exact hotel? Let’s take a trip down memory lane to see what was happening at the Altanta Marriott Marquis in July of 2001.

The 2001 International Convention program, featuring the theme “Surrounded by Sisterhood.”

Welcome to Atlanta letter to Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity from former Governor of Georgia, Roy E. Barnes.

Tools for Advising handout- in-person Advisor Training Workshop, what is now called Academy for Chapter Advisors.

Epsilon Pi Banquet Favor: Gold Rose Bowl-shaped charm in red or yellow velour rose-shaped box.
Feast of Roses Favor: A silver-plated heart-shaped compact mirror, engraved with AΓ∆

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