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International President's Viewpoint
Dear Sisters,
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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
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Louisa Lee
Upsilon–University of Oklahoma
Digital Storyteller
Marisa Spano
Epsilon –University of Kentucky
Contributing Writers
Beth Harnett Jager
Delta Tau–Chapman University
Membership Growth Specialist-Extension
Emma Bonney
Gamma Beta –Florida State University
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.
As he closed his tenure as United States Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy recently wrote a Parting Prescription for America. In it, he addresses the growing crisis of isolation and loneliness and the importance of finding community. Dr. Murthy then shared what makes community possible:
“Three core elements: relationships, service and purpose. And one core virtue, love. Together, they create the ecosystem of meaning and belonging that are crucial for fulfillment.”
I was struck by how the values and Purpose our Founders imparted to Alpha Gamma Delta more than 120 years ago remain relevant and significant today. As Alpha Gams we strive to cherish friendships and contribute to the world’s work for the joy of service and talent of leadership. Living with Purpose helps make us better as individuals, and contributes to our leading, loving and lasting sisterhood. Most importantly, our Fraternity provides a strong community of sisters that lasts a lifetime.
Living with Purpose helps make us better as individuals, and contributes to our leading, loving and lasting sisterhood.
In this issue of The Quarterly, you will read about the re-installation of our Gamma Nu Chapter at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. I had the pleasure of getting to know many of our Gamma Nu sisters starting with Connections extension events, cheering them on as they ran home on Bid Day and then celebrating them as initiated members of Alpha Gamma Delta during Initiation and Feast of Roses. Seeing this amazing group of young women build a strong sisterhood on Rocky Top has been one of the highlights of my time as International President so far.
Last year, I also had the honor of meeting Martha, a Zeta alumna initiated at Ohio University in 1954. I loved hearing about her experiences as a collegian and then as a long-time alumnae volunteer. Whether your sisterhood journey began recently or more than 60 years ago, I hope you share in my gratitude for the love and community that comes with being an Alpha Gam.
Loyally in epsilon pi,
Andrea Pendleton International President Gamma Iota–Mercer
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Top Left to Right: 1. For the 2025 Rose Parade, Los Angeles Area Alumnae Chapter decorated the squirrel adorned “Kindness is Free” float by the Boys & Girls Clubs of West San Gabriel Valley & Eastside. 2. Kristin Hinrichs Perry, Beta Eta–Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, created this mosaic at the Mosaiccos studio in Barcelona, Spain. 3. At the Potomac Alumnae Chapter's holiday party, guests enjoyed squirrel cookies made by hostess Deborah Moses Overly, Alpha Xi-University of Maryland. 4. Missy Antila, Epsilon Rho–Texas A&M University spotted these squirrels painted along a staircase leading to an observatory at the Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort near Saariselka, Finland. 5. Veronika Folz, Alpha–Syracuse University came across The Royal Bank of Scotland’s £20 bill featuring a pair of red squirrels on the back of the note. The scientifically accurate and charming depiction serves as a reminder of conservation efforts. 6. Laurel Jeffries, Theta Lambda–University of West Florida, found carved squirrels when she visited Northern Capilano Suspension Bridge Park in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
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The number of members who joined The Cooking with Alpha Gam Facebook group since it began in February of 2024.
Cooking with Alpha Gam
Cooking with Alpha Gam is a shared space to enjoy food, cooking and all things culinary while bonding with sisters and building community. Throughout the year the group has weekly food or culinary themes and an opportunity to share recipes. By exploring themes, sisters have fun getting to know each other! Additionally, the group hosts educational events related to culinary adventures. Join Cooking with Alpha Gam, as we strive to live our Purpose through our quest to “develop and prize, health and vigor of body.”
Cooking with Alpha Gam moderators Vicky Goodin, Gamma Lambda–Longwood University and Kirstie Maylor, Epsilon Psi–University of Texas at Dallas. Vicky loves sharing the cooking experiences “ because we all eat…and food feeds our soul and creates memories.”
A new semester means new Executive Council officers! We are so excited to see what all our new leaders can do for our chapters, and are thankful for everything our outgoing officers accomplished.
This year, newly appointed Chapter Presidents, Vice Presidents-New Member Experience, Vice PresidentsRecruitment and Vice Presidents-Member Experience gathered in Georgia for Alpha Gam’s Academy for Collegiate Officers (ACO). Read more about ACO 2025 on page 22
Our post congratulating outgoing officers and welcoming new officers received 2,067 reactions.
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Dr. Rebecca Battle-Bryant Appointed as Director of the Office of Statewide Workforce Development
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster appointed Dr. Rebecca BattleBryant, Theta Beta–Auburn University at Montgomery as the first director of the ® Office of Statewide Workforce Development (OSWD).
Dallas Knack Leads Chamber of Commerce’ Board of Directors
Dallas Knack, Beta Eta–Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, is the executive director for the ® Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce in Sterling, Illinois.
Pauline Weaver: John H. Pickering Award Recipient
Pauline Weaver, Gamma Zeta–University of Memphis received the Pickering Award of Achievement on August 3, 2024, at the ® American Bar Association Annual Meeting.
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Shannon Lorusso Selected for Fellowship
Shannon Lorusso, Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia, was selected by the University of Georgia’s Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication as a ® YarbroughGrady Communications Fellow and is working with the Grady College Office of Communications.
Outstanding Young Alumni Award: Hillary Myers
Hillary Kletscher Mayers, Rho–Iowa State University, received the ® Outstanding Young Alumni Award from Iowa States’ Ivy College of Business. She is the U.S. domestic soybean meal commercial leader for Cargill.
Captain Amanda Nerg on Living with Purpose
Captain Amanda Nerg, Zeta Epsilon–Michigan Technological University is the Chief of Contracting Office at Moron Air Base in Spain, supporting
Air Force, Marine and NATO missions. In a ® Michigan Tech profile she said, “Alpha Gamma Delta taught me the values of living with purpose and impacting the world. Every class, every extracurricular activity provided the foundation for who I am today.”
Outstanding Contribution to Higher Education: Julie Payne-Kirchmeier
Indiana University Vice President for Student Success
Julie PayneKirchmeier, Epsilon Rho–Texas A&M University, received the ® Outstanding Contribution to Higher Education award from the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA).
NGLA Compass Award Winner: Dr. Emily L. Perlow
Dr. Emily L. Perlow, Alpha Lambda–The Ohio State University, received the Northeast Greek Leadership Association (NGLA) ® Compass Award celebrating excellence in leadership, innovation, and commitment to advancing the
mission of the NGLA. A past chair of the NGLA board, Perlow serves as the Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI).
American Legion Auxiliary President: Trish Ward
Trish Ward, Delta Alpha–University of Southern California, was elected national president of the ® American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) during the organization’s 103rd National Convention held Aug. 23-29, 2024, in New Orleans.
Kelly Loeffler to Lead Small Business Administration
In February, the U.S. Senate confirmed former Georgia senator Kelly Loeffler, Sigma–University of Illinois, to lead the Small Business Administration. ®
Grow? How Does Alpha Gam
Our Founders intended our sisterhood to grow significantly beyond our Alpha Chapter, established in 1904 at Syracuse University. We continue to honor them with an intentional growth strategy envisioned by International Council and put into action by dedicated IHQ staff.
Alpha Gam re-installed the Gamma Nu Chapter at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) last fall, but it didn’t happen overnight. Establishing a new chapter or re-establishing follows a series of steps and significant coordination.
First, a Panhellenic community decides to invite a group to establish a chapter, and the decision is confirmed by a vote from a delegate of each chapter in that community. Interested organizations submit an application detailing their history, alumnae in the area, the new chapter support timeline, alignment with the organizational and institutional priorities and more.
Selected organizations visit campus and present detailed plans to support a new chapter and share how the Panhellenic community and institution would benefit. Next, the Selection Committee on that campus votes to move forward with one organization.
Relationships and Gamma Nu’s Return to UTK
After the University of Tennessee, Knoxville Panhellenic community selected Alpha Gam, IHQ staff conducted a marketing visit to meet student leaders, build relationships in the Panhellenic community, gather names and generate interest in the new chapter and host an alumnae event.
Relationship building with campus partners is critical to the success of Alpha Gamma Delta’s growth. "This being our first extension in nearly 60 years, it was crucial to ensure the successful addition of a new organization to our Panhellenic community,” said Jennifer Pierce
L-R: Collegiate Chapter Advisors Megan Dodge, Epsilon-University of Kentucky, Hannah-Kate Schlegel Gough, Theta Tau-Belmont University, Sierra Maxwell-Hazlett, Alpha Omicron-West Virginia Wesleyan College, Jessi Hesseldahl, Gamma Zeta-University of Memphis, Courtney Singleton Gann, Theta Beta-Auburn University at Montgomery.
Membership Growth Specialist-Extension. “Potential new members (PNMs) weren’t able to vote on Alpha Gamma Delta and there were no invitations, it was just a way to market the chapter and hopefully attract interest from those who did not find a place in Primary Recruitment.”
The Leadership Consultant team and other staff members arrived on campus shortly after Primary Recruitment to host a series of informational events. “We did an Open House event, Philanthropy night event where we packed more than 2,000 meals for Blessings in a Backpack, and a Sisterhood event with bouquet making. We also communicated with many PNMs via social media, tabled on campus every day and spoke at student organization meetings,” Emma said.
Interviews and Invitations
In September, the final week involved membership interviews, or Connections Events. Every interested candidate sat down 1:1 with a staff or International Council member, much like a structured round of recruitment. Then, Alpha Gam held an invitation-only Preference Event. “Following Preference Night, we offered bids and welcomed 115 new members into the newly re-established Gamma Nu Chapter,” Emma said. “We celebrated Bid Day in all our red, buff and green with music, dancing, photo ops and food. The entire Panhellenic community, as well as Office of Sorority and Fraternity Life staff and alumnae celebrated with us.”
Thomas, Associate Director, Office of Sorority & Fraternity Life at UTK. “Alpha Gamma Delta exceeded all expectations with their professionalism, enthusiasm and collaborative spirit throughout the process. Their staff exemplified what it means to be true partners, making this milestone achievement even more meaningful.”
Depending on the timing of the establishment, the new group might participate in the first round of Primary Recruitment.
“At UTK this was virtual, and we shared a video,” said Emma Bonney, Gamma Beta–Florida State University, who serves as
Connections and Community Building
After Bid Day, Gamma Nu hosted its first overnight sisterhood retreat, participated in Homecoming and began planning its first signature philanthropic event, “Let’s Taco 'Bout Fighting Hunger.” Collegians dove into committee roles and efforts, then elected an Officer Board as they continue to work diligently towards growing the chapter and promoting Alpha Gamma Delta.
In November 2024, shortly after its installation, the chapter received the Panhellenic 2024 Chapter of Purpose Award. This award is based on the chapter’s high retention, commitment to philanthropic focus and a smooth transition to campus life.
Tennessee
Alpha Gam officially re-installed Gamma Nu Chapter at UTK on November 3, 2024.
Collegians from Gamma Psi–University of North Alabama and Gamma Zeta–University of Memphis served as members of the Initiation team. Caroline Mcneal, Gamma Psi-University of North Alabama, who was one of the members who traveled to Knoxville to serve on the Initiation team, said she will cherish the opportunity forever. "I was able to see Alpha Gamma Delta from a much wider view and that is something I loved. I cannot wait to see the positive impact Gamma Nu Chapter brings to the UTK campus," Caroline said.
International President Andrea Pendleton served as the Installing Officer and Toastmistress of Feast of Roses. “These new Alpha Gam sisters are driven by strong values and have made a commitment to be there for each other, to be the best version of themselves, and to know that what they do matters — because what they do makes a big impact on our world and our Fraternity,” Andrea said. “I am so excited
for the rich future these new members have already established for this chapter and am honored that all of you have joined us to celebrate this special occasion.”
The Installation and Feast of Roses Banquet was held at the Foundry on the Fair Site in Knoxville. Parents, sisters and friends of Alpha Gamma Delta joined together for this celebration of sisterhood. Notably, several Gamma Nu alumnae were present for Initiation and got to help pin the new members.
Gamma Nu Chapter alumna Robin Bayless said being a part of Installation and rechartering of the chapter has been a great honor. “I have so many beautiful memories and lifelong friends because of Alpha Gam. It is wonderful to be back at UT and I look forward to watching the chapter flourish,” she said.
Chapter Advisor Jessi Hesseldahl, Gamma Zeta–University of Memphis, said Feast of Roses was a beautiful event. “I was encouraged by the number of guests who showed up and were
The Rock has been a UTK campus landmark for more than 50 years. Student groups, departments and anyone associated with the university can share their messages freely on the rock. Alpha Gam Leadership Consultants took time during the extension process to highlight Alpha Gam on this campus landmark, and had a great time doing it!
excited for their daughters, sisters and friends as they celebrated the installation of Gamma Nu. Also, the support from IHQ has been tremendous. Every person involved put so much time, effort, sweat and love into making Gamma Nu's Installation a memorable experience," Jessi said.
At the banquet, Katie Jolley Abernathy, Chief Executive Officer of the Fraternity, presented the chapter with its official charter. Julie Waitman, Chief Executive Officer of the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation, announced the Foundation would be giving five $1,000
Julie Waitman, Chief Executive Officer of the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation, announced the Foundation would be giving five $1,000 scholarships for collegiate members of the chapter next fall.
scholarships for collegiate members of the chapter next fall. Shortly after the installation, Gamma Nu Chapter hosted its first philanthropy event, Let’s Taco ‘Bout Fighting Hunger, where members sold walking tacos—small bags of Doritos that you put the toppings directly into. Attendees included other students, faculty, advisors, parents and even some local firefighters who helped raise $3,342 for the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation.
Alpha Gamma Delta women are united by a common purpose. We continue inspiring women and impacting the world as we grow our sisterhood.
Gamma Nu Chapter welcomed 33 more new members in February.
Stories Gamma Nu Chapter Member
Zoe Sievers Qualified to Attend Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
Freshman Studying Accounting from Jackson, Tennessee
How did you start showing dogs?
My mom saw a dog show in our town, we went and I was hooked. I spent hours researching and learning everything I could. The closest training facility was an hour away, but I was able to go every other week and learn from great mentors, who allowed me to show their whippet (who ended up being the dad of my dog) in Breed and Juniors for a few years. Highlights include:
• Finishing my first dogs’ Championship and Grand Championship before he was a year and a half old.
• Winning multiple owner-handled best and reserve Best in Show awards.
• Qualifying and getting to attend the Westminster Kennel Club dog show in February of 2025.
• Winning best Junior Handler at the American Whippet Club National Specialty.
• Being ranked the No. 1 Whippet Junior Handler for 2024.
Every sister has a story. We've all met Alpha Gam women who possess high ideals, wisdom and inner strength. They are women of action who lead without fear. Here we introduce just a few sisters from Gamma Nu Chapter at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville who are among the Alpha Gam changemakers who inspire others to impact the world. As you learn about these sisters think of those who you know and imagine each Alpha Gam building collective wisdom and strength through their experiences.
Aside from showing my whippets, I also have a service dog, Leo, who helps me every day. I would like to thank everyone in my chapter and the Alpha Gam LCs for never batting an eye. It means everything to me.
What drew you to join Alpha Gam?
At first, I was extremely nervous about joining a sorority, but the second I stepped foot in Alpha Gam everyone was so welcoming and easy to talk to. I did not meet a single person who wasn’t kind or welcoming. I loved attending the events and being around everyone. It truly felt like I was home.
What has been a highlight of your Alpha Gam experience?
The highlight of my Alpha Gam experience was our sisterhood retreat. It was so much fun, and I loved getting to bond with so many sisters. We did so many fun activities and I learned so much about so many different sisters, it is truly a memory I will cherish for a lifetime.
Meredith Stehr Reflects on Legacy Bond
Freshman Studying Forensic Anthropology from Zionsville, Indiana
My grandma Jean Ann Slayton was initiated into the Alpha Mu Chapter of Alpha Gamma Delta at Penn State University in 1958. It means so much to me to have an extra connection to my grandma through Alpha Gam. Being in the same sorority granted me a new connection to her. It has made me feel so much closer, and even though she is no longer with us I know she has watched my journey to college and Alpha Gam. I was honored to receive my grandma’s badge and the Alpha Gam necklace she loved so much. She lived her life with so much kindness, and it is clear she held the values of Alpha Gam very close to her heart. My grandmother always shared her love for the sorority. Her favorite gem was pearls, and she even got married wearing a pearl jewelry set! She always loved roses and reminisced about the red, buff and green. I am honored to wear her badge, and I hope to carry her memory with me and share her love with others!
My grandma became editor for a national magazine formally known as Teen Times, owned by the Future Homemakers of America. She focused on empowering women and teaching them skills to be successful. She always aspired to inspire the woman and impact the world! She has been one of my biggest role models because of her generosity and willingness to help others, and I am thankful Alpha Gam has helped me learn more about her and her values.
In 2025 I’m looking forward to even more firsts for Gamma Nu, especially formal recruitment in the fall and our first Week of Service at UT! I cannot wait to welcome more women into the Alpha Gam family, and to show them the love that Gamma Nu has shown me. I am so honored to call everyone my sisters!
Mae Purnell Experiences
Growth through Study Abroad
Senior Studying Psychology from Ocean City, Maryland
The pandemic began during Mae’s senior year in high school and disrupted her original college plans. She’d been accepted to UTK, but when she re-applied, she learned she couldn’t enroll until spring 2022. Intrigued by a first-year student study abroad program, she applied. "A few weeks later I was off on my first international flight alone to study in in Florence, Italy,” Mae said. She completed general academic requirements in Italy and traveled on weekends before studying on the UTK campus. Then, in the spring of her junior year she took classes focused on her major in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. “My favorite part was experiencing the university culture, Mae said. “I lived on campus in a flat of 10 people, from Australia, the U.K., Germany, the Philippines, and India.” She participated in campus activities, played on a basketball team, traveled around Australia and even snorkeled on the Great Barrier Reef and did a sunrise skydive!
“Traveling is important because it allows me to grow. I have become more independent and more extroverted,” Mae said.
At the start of her senior year at UTK, joining a sorority had never crossed her mind. "I knew I wanted more, and something was always missing for me when it came to campus life,” Mae said. “I saw the Alpha Gam table on campus one day and then I went to the information night. It was easy to talk to everyone, it felt natural and not forced. I could laugh and share stories and felt almost as if I had known everyone longer than just a few hours. I also felt I shared many of the same values. I knew, then and there, that I wanted to be a part of Alpha Gam.”
The highlight of her Alpha Gam experience is the opportunity to meet so many amazing sisters. “Every time I am around them, I feel welcomed and loved. Each sister’s qualities and accomplishments inspire me to be the best I can be,” Mae said.
Lillian Frasure: Army National Guard and ROTC on the Path to Alpha Gam
Sophomore Pre-law Student from Madisonville, Tennessee
I am the third youngest of 10 children. My parents divorced when I was in 8th grade, and I lived with my dad. Sadly, he passed away due to COVID and I was devastated. I felt like I lost my grip on life, grades were slipping, attendance was down the drain. I decided enough was enough and distracted myself playing two sports serving as president of eight clubs and working a part time job.
I wanted to go to West Point Military Academy and was advised to first join the Tennessee National Guard, so I enlisted at 17. After my junior year of high school, I went to Basic Combat Training (bootcamp) in May 2023. I drilled with the Army National Guard during my senior year of high school and decided the University of Tennessee, Knoxville was more my speed. I completed my second phase of training (Advanced Individual training) the summer after my senior year, just three days before I started college.
The integration to the ROTC program came easily to me. Not many people in the program come in with military experience. In my first weeks of college I felt like I was in a rush. One day at breakfast after I’d worked out for ROTC, a stranger in the dining hall asked about my life. He stopped me in the middle of my future aspirations rant and asked, “Lillian, why are you in such a rush to get ahead on life? College is about finding yourself and your people, not getting through it.”
Later, as I walked back from class the girls from Alpha Gam handed me a cookie and told me a little bit about the recruiting process. I thought it could be fun. Little did I know it would be so much more than that.
Alpha Gam means so much to me. It taught me to slow down and actually LIVE through my experiences. My sisters are so motivated and driven but still find time to nurture and build meaningful relationships. They are so uplifting, a breath of fresh air in the midst of chaos. That is what Alpha Gam is all about impacting those around you. I am on the pre-law track and hope to be accepted into law school. I would like to practice as a family lawyer to look out for the best interests of families impacted by divorce. I also plan to become an Aviation Officer within the Tennessee National Guard.
Anna Lampe, Ohio’s Distinguished Young Woman
Freshman studying nursing from Westerville, Ohio
Anna Lampe was selected as Ohio’s Distinguished Young Woman (DYW) before she enrolled at UTK. The scholarship program promotes and rewards scholastics, leadership and talent in young women. "When I started the state program, I was surrounded by eight girls who were so incredibly talented, strong, intelligent, and self-driven that it felt empowering to be with them,” Anna said.
As Ohio’s representative she traveled to Mobile, Alabama for the DYW national finals. There she joined women from 49 other states to volunteer in the community, tour sites such as the USS Alabama Battleship and perform on live television.
When she learned Alpha Gam was coming to UTK, Anna was immediately interested in joining women united by a common purpose. “Being an out of state student, I was very nervous coming to campus and thought joining a sorority would help me make new friends and become involved in the community. I loved how welcoming and wholesome Alpha Gam felt and it made the transition to college life even better,” Anna said. “When I heard I got a bid from Alpha Gam I was beaming. I love every second of my experience. The highlight so far has been our sisterhood retreat. The overnight retreat really drew us closer. It was so sentimental and heartwarming to be able to relate to so many people. I now have the best sisters I could imagine and have made lifelong best friends.”
Connections Pearl Sisters Build
KimbleEastman
ReaganMurphy on the UniversityofTennessee
Pearl Sisters are alumnae who mentor new members at provisional chapters, where new members don’t have “SisterMothers” because there aren’t older initiated collegiate members. Since they connect through email, text or social media, Pearl Sisters don’t need to be geographically close to demonstrate how Alpha Gamma Delta is much bigger than an individual chapter experience.
In fall 2024, Alpha Gam paired Kimble Manley Eastman, Gamma Delta–Auburn University with Reagan Murphy, Gamma Nu–University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Kimble thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Reagan, encouraging her on her Alpha Gamma Delta journey and celebrating Gamma Nu Chapter’s accomplishments.
“Reagan is very bright and ambitious and was selected for the Empower Program,” Kimble said. “We text about once a week. We’ve shared pictures and I’ve sent her several cards and gifts. I was able to connect her with sisters from Auburn who were also selected for the Empower Program and use my involvement as an Advisor at Auburn to offer counsel to Reagan as their chapter is getting started.”
The opportunity to connect with Alpha Gamma Delta alumnae across North America through her Pearl Sister stands out Reagan. “It allows me to get a glimpse into not only my Pearl Sister's life now, but also her experiences as an Alpha Gam and what I have to look forward to,” Reagan said. “I've learned a ton of interesting information about Kimble. She is also a speech pathologist for the school system like my mom and she recently received the Joy of Service Award at the Alpha Gamma Delta national convention which was super amazing.”
Reagan appreciates the little "happies" Kimble sends for all the big things happening in her life. “The biggest benefit is having an Alpha Gam mentor me as I'm trying to figure out everything,” Reagan said. “She is a constant source of support, whether I need advice about my major, or even if I have questions about Alpha Gam traditions I might just be experiencing for the first time. I love this program and love my Pearl Sister!”
JESSI HESSELDAHL
CHAPTER OF INITIATION
Gamma Zeta–University of Memphis
OCCUPATION?
I am the Women's Director for The Cross, which is a Christian ministry for Greek Life at The University of Tennessee and I volunteer for Alpha Gam as Gamma Nu’s Chapter Advisor.
HOW DID YOU GET INVOLVED IN VOLUNTEERING WITH ALPHA GAMMA DELTA?
I began with the Volunteer Service Team (VST) as a Recruitment Specialist. I served in that capacity for a little under two years. When I heard that Alpha Gam was coming back to UTK, I knew I wanted to serve as an advisor.
FAVORITE PART OF VOLUNTEERING?
I love having the opportunity to mentor and pour into the lives of college women. I remember the impact my advisors had on me during my college years and it's such a gift to be able to serve as Chapter Advisor!
WHAT ARE YOU INSPIRED BY?
I find myself inspired by being outdoors whether that's a beautiful hike in the Smoky Mountains or a colorful sunset!
CURRENTLY LISTENING TO AND/OR READING?
I love listening to podcasts! A few of my favorites are: How I Built This with Guy Raz, Practicing the Way with John Mark Comer and anything true crime!
LATEST BINGE WATCH?
Landman (the modern-day tale of fortune seeking in the world of West Texas oil rigs).
FAVORITE INDULGENCE?
A really great cup of coffee. I literally drink coffee all day long and love exploring local coffee shops.
WHAT NEW SKILL HAVE YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO LEARN?
I'd love to learn how to fly fish!
WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO IN 2025?
I'm hoping to travel to a few new places this year and take a group of college women on a mission trip abroad!
BADGE STYLE?
Crown Pearl Badge
PEARLS OF WISDOM:
Advice for graduating seniors
• Be sure to interact with younger members so they can learn from you
• Remember the opportunity to be involved doesn't end when you graduate. There are so many ways to get involved as an alumna!
Fraternity Housing Corporation
Rocky Top, You'll Always Be Home Sweet Home to Me...
The newly installed Gamma Nu Chapter at the University of Tennessee moved right into a freshly updated and decorated house leased by the FHC last fall. Situated in an excellent location by school buildings and bus routes, the space at 840 20th Street will be home for the chapter for the 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years. The first Gamma Nu members moved into the house in January!
The FHC partnered with PDR Interiors to decorate the home. It can be shared by up to 14 residents and serves as the primary hub for chapter gatherings and recruitment events.
840 20th Street Highlights:
• Open foyer with chandelier and display cases
• Large, open living room for gathering and dining
• Board room for meetings and quiet study
• Relaxing patio with comfortable outdoor furniture
• Large, suite-style bedrooms
Foyer: The space at 840 20th Street was designed by PDR Interiors. Liz Toombs, Epsilon–University of Kentucky, is the owner and President of PDR Interiors. Liz partners closely with FHC, to create beautiful comfortable spaces for our chapters.
Living Room: The informal living room serves as a media space where members can relax and watch TV together.
Dining Room: The dining room is the perfect place for members to share a meal or study together. The tables and chairs can be moved for meals, chapter meetings and other events.
Porch: The outdoor patio boasts plenty of comfortable seating and overlooks the campus of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Study Room: Located on the first floor, the chapter study room provides a quiet space for schoolwork or Executive Council meetings.
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Stop Campus Hazing Act Signed into Law
On Dec. 24, 2024, President Biden signed the Stop Campus Hazing Act into law, marking a significant step toward protecting college students and eliminating hazing from college campuses. By increasing transparency about hazing incidents, accountability and risk prevention measures, this law has the power to prevent future acts of hazing on college campuses. It is a reporting law that also creates a national standard for reporting requirements for hazing incidents including the Campus Hazing Transparency report by December 2025 which must be publicly available on university websites. Additionally, the law defines student organization and the term hazing for the purpose of reporting.
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Volunteer to Help Fight Hunger
The approach of National Volunteer Appreciation Week (April 20-26, 2025) is the perfect time to reflect on Alpha Gamma Delta's philanthropic focus of fighting hunger.
Recent crises such as the devasting effects of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton in the Southeast and the fires in California have raised awareness of the need for emergency food. Outside of crisis times, food insecurity remains a huge problem in North America existing in every community whether we see it or not. Food insecurity in the United States has reached crisis level, with 47 million people – 1 in 7 – facing hunger according to the most recent USDA statistics.
Alpha Gamma Delta partners with Feeding America and Meals on Wheels to advance our efforts to fight hunger in North America. While members should plan and participate in fundraising efforts for the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation, the Fraternity also encourages all sisters to engage in volunteer service activities related to fighting hunger on your campuses and in your communities.
"When we come together—people experiencing food insecurity, volunteers, policymakers, communities and donors—we are capable of ending hunger. Feeding America and our network of more than 200 partner food banks thank Alpha Gamma Delta members for their tireless support our mission and local communities across the U.S.," said Teresa Gruber, Feeding America's Senior Director of Corporate Employee Engagement.
The Alpha Gam Book Club is Growing
Did you know? The Alpha Gam Book Club, started in 2016, is now our largest social media connect group with more than 3,000 members. Book Club meets virtually via Zoom from August through May (there is no December meeting) with each month facilitated by an Alpha Gam volunteer. The Alumnae Engagement Committee will meet this spring to select books for 2025-2026 year. Please join the Facebook Group at ® bit.ly/AGD-Book-Club
BOOK CLUB
Alpha Gam
Survey Finds Increased Sisterhood and Satisfaction
In Fall 2024, Alpha Gamma Delta completed it's ninth Sisterhood Survey with Dyad Strategies. More than 85 percent of our collegiate members participated in the survey, sharing their experiences in their chapters and the Fraternity. This Sisterhood Survey measures key data in the areas of five sisterhood schema (including Belonging, Accountability, Common Purpose, Support & Encouragement and Shared Social Experiences), member satisfaction, health and wellness behaviors and member demographics.
Through the Sisterhood Survey of collegiate members, we learned:
This year, Alpha Gam achieved increases in all five key measures of sisterhood and in members’ overall satisfaction with their chapter experience, reaching our highest scores since the Sisterhood Survey first launched in 2017. Compared to our National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) peers measured in the same categories, Alpha Gam also scored higher than the national benchmark. In addition, our members self-reported the lowest levels of binge alcohol consumption of any of our peer groups also participating in the survey.
10,384 identify as first-generation college students 13% work in addition to their studies 55% are legacies of Alpha Gamma Delta 12% pay some or all their own dues 50% live in Alpha Gam chapter houses 22%
Total Collegiate Membership.*
117
Active Alpha Gam Chapters
4,333 pledged through Primary Recruitment pledged through Continuous Open Bidding (COB). 67% 33%
The number of Alpha Gams pledged.*
354,844
Total membership reported by NPC’s 26 Member Organizations.*
3,235
Active collegiate sorority chapters reported by NPC.*
137,764
The number of women who pledged an NPC sorority.*
*2023-2024 academic year.
Engagement, Leadership and Relationship Building at Academy
More than 270 collegiate officers from 110 collegiate chapters attended Academy for Collegiate Officers (ACO) January 31-February 2, 2025. The Fraternity hosted the event at the Georgia FFA-FCCLA Center in Covington, Georgia, and lovingly nicknamed it "Camp Alpha Gam!" Chapter Presidents, Vice Presidents-New Member Experience, Vice Presidents-Recruitment and Vice Presidents-Member Experience participated in one of three educational tracks focused on engagement, leadership and relationship building. Attendees also enjoyed a Ritual Retreat, keynotes by Krystal Clark and Dr. Daryl Appleton, Gamma Zeta–University of Memphis, and a sisterhood bonfire. We can't wait to see how these officers use what they learned to benefit their collegiate chapter and community at large!
Special thanks to the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation and its generous donors who proudly support Fraternity leadership programing like ACO.
Camp Alpha Gam!
The Academy for Collegiate Officers 2025 theme was Camp Alpha Gam! We’re talking cabins, crafts, s’mores, postcards and a whole lotta gingham! Want to bring Camp Alpha Gam to your chapter? Try out DIY pennant flags or lip gloss keychains for your next sisterhood event!
NPC Hosts Fall 2024 Annual Conference
The National Panhellenic Conference (NPC)—the trade association for 26 inter/national women’s-only sororities, including Alpha Gamma Delta hosted its Annual Conference, October 17 – 19, 2024 at the Embassy Suites in Plainfield, Indiana. More than 170 member organization leaders, board members, partners and other guests gathered to discuss topics of mutual interest and build relationships. Event programming was divided into large group education sessions, peer group meetings and other activities, such as time with business representatives in the NPC Partner Program. A regular meeting of the Council of Delegates preceded the conference.
2023-25 NPC Chair Kelly Beck welcomed attendees to the NPC Annual Conference during the opening session on Thursday afternoon and said, “This Conference is an invaluable opportunity for us to come together, not only to explore the critical issues affecting our industry, but also to connect and collaborate on the challenges and opportunities that shape the growth and sustainability of our communities.” She also introduced an updated mission, vision and values for NPC.
Topics of large group education sessions included crisis communications, reimagining recruitment terminology, responding to campus overreach and updates from the Amplifying Sorority Campaign.
NPC Recognizes College Panhellenics with Awards
The National Panhellenic Conference (NPC), the largest advocacy and support organization for the women’s sorority experience, announced the 2023-24 College Panhellenic Association Award recipients. The College Panhellenic Associations listed are recognized for their accomplishments in Panhellenic operations and work to support the women’s-only sorority experience during 2023-24.
College Panhellenic Associations are affiliates of NPC established to enable cooperation among the women’s-only sororities on campus. Each College Panhellenic Association is student-led and composed of all NPC member sorority chapters on the respective campus.
College Panhellenic Excellence Award
Twelve College Panhellenics received the 2023-24 College Panhellenic Excellence Award including five listed below with Alpha Gam chapters. These College Panhellenics have demonstrated outstanding contributions to all award criteria which include academic innovation, community impact, leadership, recruitment, programming and marketing.
• University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa
• University of Georgia
• University of South Carolina - Columbia
• University of Washington
• Valparaiso University
For Academic Innovation, Community Impact, Innovation in Leadership and Innovation in Recruitment Award recipients, please visit ® npcwomen.org/npc-recognizes-alumnae-panhellenicswith-awards-for-2023-24
Alpha Gamma Delta CEO Katie Abernathy and International President Andrea Pendleton with Angeline Jones, Beta Upsilon-Roosevelt University, Alicia Adams, Gamma Beta-Florida State University and Jackie Brannen Stutts, Gamma Delta-Auburn University at the NPC Annual Conference.
HOLLY SWARTWOUT
By Beth Harnett Jager, Delta Tau–Chapman University
Beth is a writer and scholar living in Southern California. She is the proud mom of two and serves on the board of the Orange County Alumnae Chapter.
For Holly Swartwout, Gamma Eta–High Point University, a human resources executive with more than 20 years of experience, curiosity and the courage to ask questions are some of the most important traits we can cultivate. Her natural inquisitiveness led her to a career helping millions across the globe develop their leadership potential.
Holly’s desire to learn led her to High Point University to pursue a career as a physical therapist. She had nearly earned her undergraduate degree in exercise science before an introductory course in human relations pointed her toward a different professional path. Holly realized that while she still felt called to a career of service, she had a talent for interpersonal communication, helping people navigate difficult conversations and build community despite personal differences.
“I truly enjoyed the reward of helping people to find the right solution for each new situation they face,” Holly said. “There is no blanket solution for every issue we experience in life. [This career] allows me to help a person to navigate their challenges, to have the ‘ah-ha’ moment and feel empowered to take the next step.”
Holly cultivated this expertise in human relations through her leadership within the Gamma Eta Chapter. By serving in an executive position, helping her chapter to grow and thrive, Holly refined her ability to constructively handle organizational challenges and work toward a common purpose with a group of women from different backgrounds and perspectives.
After college, Holly worked her way from human relations clerk to manager and eventually director in a variety of large companies in her home state of Texas. The journey brought its share of unexpected challenges. The global health pandemic began when Holly was just six months into a new job as the human relations director of a company with more than 10,000 employees—now navigating the challenge of work from home. The change posed a significant learning curve for Holly, leaving her burned out.
Pivoting from this path, Holly reconnected with her enthusiasm for interpersonal communication, a skill she honed through the Gamma Eta Chapter. She now leads human relations for the National Society
of Leadership and Success (NSLS), a renowned leadership program with over 860 chapters at universities and colleges and more than two million members. Through NSLS, Holly helps students develop leadership and interpersonal skills to prepare for leadership beyond the classroom.
“A leader can take any shape or form,” Holly said. “You might be a leader of your local Girl Scout troop or a volunteer within your community. It all starts with feeling confident in your own two shoes.”
Building confidence begins outside the comfort zone. In the NSLS program, students must form “success networking groups” with others in the program, but not necessarily within their chapter. The exercise is about taking small risks by making a “cold call” to someone who shares common goals. Beyond facilitating connection, the experience is increasingly valuable as members learn to make group decisions, navigate challenges, and work together toward completing the leadership training program.
There is a great deal of benefit in seeking out similar low-risk, but high-reward experiences in our everyday lives, whether as an Alpha Gam collegiate, alumna volunteer or through other meaningful roles in our communities.
“Many of the activities we engage in as humans shouldn’t be done alone. We build culture and morale within a chapter by having conversations to find something in common," Holly said. “Don’t be afraid to ask questions and engage in those deep conversations.”
PEARLS OF WISDOM
“You don’t have to have a job title to be considered a leader. Leading is about taking ownership in whatever role you are given."
Holly and her husband, Jeff, at a Dallas Mavericks game with their children Harper and Hayden.
THE MARGUERITE SHEPARD INITIATIVE
Inspired by and named for one of our 11 Founders, the Marguerite Shepard Initiative promotes the academic recognition and accomplishments of Alpha Gam’s collegiate members and chapters. Recognition for chapters is celebrated with induction into the Diamond, Pearl and Gold Academic Honor Societies.
Collegiate Chapter Results for the 2023-24 Academic Year
DIAMOND ACADEMIC HONOR SOCIETY (3.5+ GPA)
Alpha Beta–University of Michigan
Alpha Lambda–The Ohio State University
Theta Mu–University of North Carolina–Wilmington
Theta Omega–University of South Carolina
Theta Tau–Belmont University
Zeta Beta–Lehigh University
Zeta Gamma–Gannon University
Chapters entered the Diamond Academic Honor Society Chapters entered the Pearl Academic Honor Society Chapters entered the Gold Academic Honor Society
Congratulations to all recipients and thank you for your hard work.
Alpha Omega–Duquesne University
Beta Omicron–Illinois State University
Epsilon Epsilon–William Jewell College
Epsilon Lambda–University of Central Missouri
Epsilon Zeta–Arkansas State University
Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia
Gamma Beta–Florida State University
Gamma Delta–Auburn University
Gamma Omega–University of Alabama at Birmingham
Gamma Phi–Georgia Institute of Technology
Gamma Sigma–Troy University
Gamma Xi–Murray State University
Gamma Zeta–University of Memphis
Iota–University of Washington
Lambda Alpha–St. Joseph’s University of New York, Long Island
Lambda Epsilon–Case Western Reserve University
Lambda Gamma–Villanova University Psi–University of Alabama
Sigma–University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
Zeta Nu–Alma College
Zeta Omicron–Kettering University
Zeta Tau–Seton Hall University
Zeta Theta–Lafayette College
Zeta Zeta–Worcester Polytechnic Institute
PEARL ACADEMIC HONOR SOCIETY (3.25-3.49 GPA)
Alpha Alpha–University at Buffalo, The State University of NY
Alpha–Syracuse University
Alpha Epsilon–Westminster College
Alpha Eta–Dalhousie University
Alpha Iota–Baldwin Wallace University
Alpha Omicron–West Virginia Wesleyan College
Alpha Pi–Wayne State University
Alpha Sigma–Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Beta Alpha–Nebraska Wesleyan University
Beta Delta–Indiana University Bloomington
Beta Iota–Eastern Illinois University
Beta Phi–Valparaiso University
Beta Tau–Ball State University
Beta Xi–Purdue University
Delta–University of Minnesota–Twin Cities
Delta Beta–Washington State University
Delta Rho–Sonoma State University
Delta Tau–Chapman University
Delta Upsilon–Boise State University
Delta Zeta–University of British Columbia
Epsilon–University of Kentucky
Epsilon Kappa–Pittsburg State University
Epsilon Mu–Fort Hays State University
Epsilon Nu–University of Central Oklahoma
Epsilon Phi–Texas Women’s University
Epsilon Psi–University of Texas at Dallas
Epsilon Upsilon–Tarleton State University
Gamma Psi–University of North Alabama
Gamma Upsilon–University of Montevallo
Kappa Delta–Westminster College–Missouri
Lambda Delta–Rutgers State University of New Jersey
Mu–Brenau University
Nu Delta–Georgia College and State University
Phi–Oregon State University
Rho–Iowa State University
Tau–University of Toronto
Theta Delta–University of North Georgia
Theta Iota–Western Kentucky University
Theta Nu–Virginia Commonwealth University
Theta Upsilon–Georgetown College
Theta Zeta–Randolph–Macon College
Upsilon–University of Oklahoma
Xi–Illinois Wesleyan University
Zeta–Ohio University
Zeta Delta–Towson University
Zeta Pi–Saint Joseph’s University
Zeta Upsilon–Northern Michigan University
GOLD ACADEMIC HONOR SOCIETY (3.14-3.24 GPA)
Alpha Upsilon–Central Michigan University
Beta Beta–North Dakota State University
Beta Theta–University of Wisconsin–Whitewater
Delta Eta–San Diego State University
Delta Sigma–University of Hawaii
Delta Theta–University of Idaho
Epsilon Omega–Truman State University
Gamma Eta–High Point University
Gamma Iota–Mercer University
Gamma Lambda–Longwood University
Gamma Tau–University of West Georgia
Nu Beta–University of Tennessee–Chattanooga
Theta Beta–Auburn University of Montgomery
Theta Epsilon–University of South Alabama
Theta Lambda–University of West Florida
Theta Omicron–Western Carolina University
Zeta Eta–Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
2025 Anniversaries
100 YEARS
Founded May 22, 1925
Founded October 23, 1925
You are Invited to an Alpha Gam Sleepover
Alumnae Sleepovers are back for summer 2025. Grab your squirrel sisters and pack your bags for a weekend with Alpha Gam at one of these locations across the country!
Alumnae may participate at any of the listed dates and locations regardless of affiliated chapter!
Alpha–Syracuse University | Syracuse, New York: July 11-13 / July 18-20
Alpha Lambda–The Ohio State University | Columbus, Ohio: July 25-27
Beta Delta–Indiana University | Bloomington, Indiana: June 27-29
Beta Xi–Purdue University | West Lafayette, Indiana: July 18-20
Delta–University of Minnesota | Minneapolis, Minnesota: June 6-8
Epsilon–University of Kentucky | Lexington, Kentucky: June 20-22
Epsilon Kappa–Pittsburg State University | Pittsburg, Kansas: June 6-8
Gamma Beta–Florida State University | Tallahassee, Florida: June 6-8
Phi–Oregon State University | Corvallis, Oregon: June 20-22
Rho–Iowa State University | Ames, Iowa: June 20-22
Sigma–University of Illinois | Champaign, Illinois: June 27-29
Theta Iota–Western Kentucky University | Bowling Green, Kentucky: June 27-29
Upsilon–The University of Oklahoma | Norman, Oklahoma: June 6-8
Zeta–Ohio University | Athens, Ohio: June 20-22
Dates subject to change. Visit ® alphagammadeltahousing.org/alumnae-events for updates and to RSVP.
Alumnae Sleepover at Beta Xi-Purdue University
Alumnae Sleepover at Delta-University of Minnesota
Alumnae Sleepover at Epsilon-University of Kentucky
Chapter Grand
ALPHA
Syracuse University
Sarah Harvey Short 1943
BETA
University of Wisconsin
Joyce Lemere Anderson 1955
DELTA
University of Minnesota
Dorothy Deutsch Thews 1943
EPSILON
University of Kentucky
Linda Martin Van Sudduth 1966
Jessica Sparks Browning 2002
ZETA
Ohio University
Rosemary Gray Derfler 1946
Dorothy Higginbotham Arold 1955
Nancy Suzanne Hufford Bryant 1959
ETA
DePauw University
Dorothy Gildemeister Williams 1947
Nedra Hall Downing 1954
Mary Agnes Bottrell Cowie 1957
THETA
Goucher College
Jean Hession O'Hara 1943
IOTA
University of Washington
Catherine Callow Bell 1941
LAMBDA
Northwestern University
Eleanor Morgan Adams 1955
PI
Coe College
Nancy Bros Welch 1956
RHO
Iowa State University
Mary Ackerly Condit 1943
Helen Ritchie Westcot 1946
Roxianne Gayle Staker Downing 1970
SIGMA
University of Illinois
Catherine O'Kane Lyon 1976
Susan Dickson Wagner 1977
UPSILON
The Fraternity extends sincere condolences to family and friends of these members. This list includes notices received between October 1, 2024, and December 31, 2024, in order of initiation date.
University of Oklahoma
Betty Neal McNabb 1946
Jane Hopkins Goodall 1946
Betty Brewer Winneberger 1948
PHI
Oregon State University
Isabelle Jones Pearce 1949
Mary Murphy Rosebrook 1959
Ellen Spencer Zimmerman 1981
CHI
Michigan State University
Athena Macris McDaniel 1948
Anna Fear Bachmann 1955
Deanna Diamond Toth 1958
PSI
University of Alabama
Alice Floyd Harper 1943
Jo Anne Alexander Allen 1954
Joan Shinn Segrest 1955
Patricia Parker Auman 1955
Caroline Hodo McCarty 1955
Mary Keene 1996
OMEGA
University of Akron
Betty Boone Witner 1943
Barbara Berry Jones 1946
Leah Weis May 1947
Janice Scharra McInally 1982
ALPHA ALPHA
University at Buffalo-SUNY
Louise MacDonald Morden 1949
Diane Walker Walbesser 1953
Edwina Schreiner Bartscheck 1963
Sarah Watson Gallow 2009
ALPHA BETA
University of Michigan
Donna Anderson Palmer 1954
ALPHA GAMMA
University of Cincinnati
Roberta Kramer Rush 1966
ALPHA DELTA
Ohio Wesleyan University
Virginia Evans McCormick 1953
ALPHA EPSILON
Westminster College
Nancy Kendrick Ross 1972
ALPHA ZETA
McGill University
Carol Black Anderson 1955
ALPHA THETA
Hunter College
Sylvia N Preston Griffiths 1943
Valentine Genova Gallagher 1955
ALPHA IOTA
Baldwin Wallace College
Mary Barrett Fetter 1951
Nancy Smith 1965
ALPHA KAPPA
Bowling Green State University
Linda Druley Polonus 1956
ALPHA LAMBDA
The Ohio State University
Rebecca Walker Bouldin 1958
Paula Schantz Reusser 1965
Marianna Miller Ducker 1965
ALPHA NU
Kent State University
Lois Snyder Krash 1965
Nancy Page Sellers 1965
ALPHA XI
University of Maryland
Ruth Henry Tipton 1947
Gwendoyln Gardner Logsdon 1948
Edith Gilmore Letcher 1948
Nancy Brinker Wells 1948
Betty Anthony Jackson 1950
Jane Shattuck Harris 1951
Joanne Kane Hamilton 1951
Catherine Steinhardt O'Brien 1951
Louise Grandmaison Reno 1951
Joan Hattersley Hartley 1952
Elizabeth Hellyer Sheehan 1954
Nancy Stone Latham 1954
Virginia Smith Cronin 1955
Karen Ridder Lancaster 1957
Elizabeth Bennett Gladstone 1957
ALPHA SIGMA
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Patricia A Haught Long 1959
Eleanor A Winslow Dearolph 1960
Donna Cribbs DeVries 1961
Helen Ryburn Fell 1961
Shirley Allen Balint 1961
Judith Ann Zilla Mills 1961
ALPHA PHI
Marietta College
Nancy A Brandt Debussey 1964
ALPHA OMEGA
Duquesne University
Elizabeth Simonette Shean 1979
Rita Deschaine Madore 1996
BETA ALPHA
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Kathryn Klemme Hansen 1956
BETA BETA
North Dakota State University
Elizabeth Nustad Poffenberger 1965
Cherre Brenden Kabat 1965
Jill Monroe Halvorson 1968
Barbara Quarve Ressler 1969
BETA EPSILON
Carroll University
Jean Abbott Abell 1955
Susan Leiser Gumm 1955
BETA ETA
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale
Alice Vette Christian 1957
BETA XI
Purdue University
Sandra Dukes 1971
GAMMA ALPHA
University of Georgia
Betty Bonner McMillin 1947
GAMMA BETA
Florida State University
Alisha Gsell 1998
GAMMA DELTA
Auburn University
Jeanne Henderson 1951
June Williford Rose 1952
Martha Snow 1955
GAMMA EPSILON
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill
Frances Pegues Burroughs 1964
GAMMA UPSILON
University of Montevallo
Helen Boone Stinson 1972
DELTA ALPHA
University of Southern California
Laura Mispagel Fisher 1954
Christine Haley Sorensen 1970
Pamela Jones Clark 1975
DELTA BETA
Washington State University
Caroline J Howe 1965
DELTA GAMMA
Montana State University
Elaine Rash 1940
Maxine Dross Daniel 1942
Doris Skarda Glock 1943
Virginia Walton Mathison 1945
Ruth M Quammen Meyers 1945
Pauline Davis Swanson 1946
Patricia Janke Otness 1947
Gloria Killeen Hamilton 1947
Elsie Varcoe Hunter 1947
Helen Joyce Smith Hanson 1947
Margaret Trunk Waltari 1947
Corinne Brayson Lundgren 1948
Billie Morrison Watkins 1949
Carol Merz White 1950
Mary Kendall Forrester 1950
Marilyn Gottlob Michels 1950
Joyce Sheffield Gutscheck 1950
Patricia Boyle Zenter 1951
Pauline MacDonald Switzer 1951
Donna Bork Fry 1951
Betty Zimmerman Teigen 1951
Dona Wallace 1952
Donna E Creekmore Bailey 1952
Mary Greenwood Schuler 1953
Betty Anne Sawyer Norman 1953
Vivian Smith Cooke 1954
Patricia Lind DeVore 1954
Barbara Werle Xavier 1954
Lois Warmbrod Balcer 1954
Shirley Wallace Miller 1954
Charlotte Hookham Ragsdale 1955
Delia Torgerson Watson 1955
Marjorie E Hart Ness 1956
Margaret McFarland 1956
Joyce M Kramer McWhirter 1957
Frances G Ramsay O'Shea 1957
Carol Wilson Heidecker 1957
Sammie Huffine Rednour 1958
Carla Lockwood Stokesberry 1958
Myrna Zanto Lundy 1958
Joan G Eppe Grove 1958
Shirley Holwegner Peterson 1959
Emily Bodner Hastings 1961
Helen Descheemaeker Akos 1961
Karen Stevens Sheffels 1961
Kay Hoadley Gormley 1962
Sheila Quinn Bennett 1962
Bonnie Robertson Shanahan 1963
Rita K Newmack Brunett 1963
Phyllis Stephens Cox 1963
Janet Minshall Engle 1963
Judy Barnett Anderson 1964
Cheryl Creekmore McCraw 1964
Ladonna Sue Metcalf Jimison 1966
Leanne Schuette Logan 1966
Sharon Granning Jensen 1967
Joan Maloit Thex 1967
Kay Dern Woodworth 1969
Shirley Thuesen Miller 1970
Diane Sorenson Humberger 1970
Carol Sommerfeld Nelson 1970
Mary Weraja Heagney 1978
Lisa Marie Knudsvig 1980
Lara Goepferd Morris 1996
DELTA DELTA
University of Oregon
Elizabeth Eid Salt 1943
Nancy Martin Jenks 1957
DELTA EPSILON
University of California, Los Angeles
Olive McCall Wilson 1927
Betty Jo Purgitt Wyatt 1943
DELTA ZETA
University of British Columbia
Louise Irwin 1945
Doreen Montgomery Braverman 1950
Iris Dougherty Frew 1962
Anne Kanciar 1999
DELTA ETA
San Diego State University
Nona Dunlap Pedler 1952
Sandra Keyes Anderson 1955
Marcia Maus Davis 1957
DELTA NU
University of Calgary
Kayleigh Key 2010
DELTA TAU
Chapman University
Mary Roewekamp Engman 2003
Chapter Grand Notification
EPSILON ZETA
Arkansas State University
Olive Hopkins Roberts 1953
Margaret Manning Meyr 1965
EPSILON ETA
Texas Christian University
Vivian Sain Smiley 1955
Sharon Burks McKee 1967
EPSILON THETA
University of Colorado
Linda Beher Richards 1959
EPSILON IOTA
University of Northern Colorado
Sue Davisson 1966
EPSILON KAPPA
Pittsburg State University
Virginia Harkins Agnew 1960
Patricia Canfield McCauley 1962
EPSILON LAMBDA
University of Central Missouri
Ina Billingslea Bryan 1959
Beverly Wilson Christopher 1962
ZETA DELTA
Towson University
Mary Finch 2009
THETA TAU
Belmont University
Marion Douglas Sandifer 2000
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.
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Installation in Tennessee
From the Spring 1962 issue of the Alpha Gamma Delta Quarterly
Undergraduate President Julie Young receives Gamma Nu’s Charter from Dorothy Atkinson Ehrhart, Second Grand Vice President and Installing Officer.
“Warm fall weather ushered in the weekend of the Installation of Gamma Nu, the 89th chapter of Alpha Gamma Delta.
The busy weekend began Friday, November 3, 1961, with a “fireside” in the chapter room. Ther was an informal, friendly atmosphere as everyone talked, made new friends, and planned for the big day.
Saturday, November 4, brought a change in the weather, but spirits remained high in spite of the misty rain, for this was the day that Gamma Nu girls had been looking forward to...”
Badges, Badge Charm, and chain all sold separately.
A. Graduation Stole, #STOLEMSC | B. Isla Necklace, #ISLA | C. Josie Ring, #JOSIE | D. Crown Pearl Badge, #0102 | E. Pierced Badge Charm, #3000 | F. Snake Chain, #SNAKE18 | G. Crown Pearl Badge with Diamond Points, #0116 H. Demi Necklace, #DEMI | I. Betsy Ring, #BETSY J. Kylie Bracelet, #KYLIE | K. Kendra Scott | Elisa Necklace, #ELISA L. Kendra Scott | Davis Stud Earrings, #DAVISEAR
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