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Women’s Health If you’re not concerned about these conditions, you should be
C ntents In This Issue Founders Clara Bradley Burdette (’76), died 1954 Florence Chidester Lukens (’75), died 1885 Martha Foote Crow (’76), died 1924 Ida Gilbert Houghton (’76), died 1916 Jane S. Higham (’76), died 1949 Kate Hogoboom Gilbert (’75), died 1900 Elizabeth Grace Hubbell Shults (’75), died 1895 Rena Michaels Atchison (’74), died 1933 Louise Shepard Hancock (’76), died 1932 Clara Sittser Williams (’75), died 1925
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Dear Sisters, Happy New Year! Each January I join the millions of people who make resolutions for the new year. My list always seems to include the following: eat healthier, exercise more and lose weight. Sound familiar? In an era when there doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day to accomplish all that we want to do, many of us are Laura Malley-Schmitt taking bigger risks with our health than we may realize. I am certainly guilty as charged! This issue of the Quarterly focuses on health issues affecting women. Naturally, there is emphasis on heart disease, our philanthropic focus. The Alpha Phi Foundation and Alpha Phis everywhere are dedicated to addressing heart disease, as it kills more women than any other disease. This issue covers other important health concerns for women as well. We owe it to ourselves, our families, our friends and our Alpha Phi sisters to become better informed about these important issues, share what we have learned and be vigilant about our health. A few months ago Susan Bevan (Sigma-Washington) and I had the honor of representing Alpha Phi at the 100th birthday celebration for Ruth Stafford Peale (Alpha-Syracuse) at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square. It was a magical event attended by more than 650 people. I encourage you to read about Ruth and her remarkable life (see page 8). Among the 175,000 women in our grand sisterhood, very few have impacted the world as Ruth has. All of us have much to learn from our esteemed sister, including how positive thinking impacts our health and well-being. Ruth certainly would know, as average life expectancy when she was born in 1906 was 47! If you, like so many of us, have a fast-paced lifestyle that feels out of balance at times, I hope this issue will inspire you to adopt your own health and positive thinking as daily priorities in your lives. We want all of our sisters to lead healthy, productive and very long lives!
Laura Malley-Schmitt (Zeta Phi-MIT) International President
Health Conditions Women Should Be Concerned About
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What are the top health conditions women should be concerned about today? Read insight and tips from Alpha Phi medical experts, the Alpha Phi Foundation and the American Heart Association.® Career Development: Career Coach Cynthia Krainin (Delta Upsilon-Baldwin-Wallace) discusses the effects of stress on the job and recommends how to create a healthier work environment.
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Foundation: Heart disease is the #1 killer of women, but only 13 percent consider it their greatest health risk. Read about the Alpha Phi Foundation’s latest Cardiac Care Award recipient and what they are doing to change this statistic.
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Health Conditions Women Should Be Concerned About
What are some of the top health conditions women should be concerned about today? We conferred with health organizations and Alpha Phi medical professionals. All agree the key to detection, and prevention when possible, is staying informed. Do you and your doctor know your family’s health history? Are you getting annual screening tests, taking preventive medicine if needed and practicing healthy behaviors? Talk to your health care provider about screening tests that are appropriate for you, what age to begin them and how often to take them. Be aware of risk factors and warning signs. We hope the following information helps arm you with questions to ask your doctor during your next visit and contributes to your healthy lifestyle.
Heart Disease and Stroke
“One in 2.5 women will die of heart disease or stroke, compared with one in 30 from breast cancer.” -American Heart Association
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As Alpha Phis, we know heart disease is the most significant health threat to women, claiming the lives of nearly half a million women each year, or one per minute. Stroke is the No. 3 leading killer of women. Women’s symptoms are often missed by doctors and patients themselves because they differ from those in men. The American Heart Association (AHA) lists the following risk factors and warning signs. Heart disease risk factors Some risk factors cannot be controlled, like heredity, but women can reduce risk by modifying their lifestyles. The AHA lists risk factors for heart disease as: • Age • Gender • Heredity and race • Previous heart attack or stroke • High cholesterol • High blood pressure • Smoking • Physical inactivity • Obesity/overweight • Diabetes Stroke-specific risk factors • Carotid or other artery disease • Atrial fibrillation (abnormal heart rhythm) • Other heart diseases • Transient ischemic attacks (warning stroke or mini-stroke) • Certain blood disorders
Other factors that can affect your risk • Stress • Birth control pills • Alcohol • Illegal drugs Heart attack warning signs Some heart attacks are sudden and intense, causing someone to gasp dramatically, clutch her heart and drop to the ground. No one has any doubts about what’s happening. But most heart attacks start slowly, with mild pain or discomfort. Often the people affected aren’t sure what’s wrong and wait too long before getting help. Following are some of the signs that can indicate a heart attack: Chest discomfort. Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes, or that goes away and comes back. It can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain. Discomfort in other areas of the upper body. Symptoms can include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach. Shortness of breath. This feeling may occur with or without chest discomfort. Other signs of discomfort. These may include breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness.
As with men, women’s most common heart attack symptom is chest pain or discomfort. But women are somewhat more likely than men to experience some of the other common symptoms, particularly shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting and back or jaw pain. Stroke warning signs Stroke is a medical emergency. Time lost means brain loss. Not all warning signs occur in every stroke. Possible warning signs include: • Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body. • Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding. • Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes. • Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination. • Sudden, severe headache with no known cause.
Information in this article was provided by the American Heart Association. For more information, visit www.goredforwomen.org or call 1.800.242.8721. ■
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Breast Cancer
By Melanie Williams (Gamma Eta-North Texas), Ph.D.
Breast cancer remains an important health concern for women despite breast cancer diagnosis stabilizing and death rates declining respectively in recent years. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women other than skin cancer and is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer. About 212,920 women in the United States were diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in 2006, and about 40,970 women died from the disease last year. Breast cancer is a malignant (cancerous) tumor that starts from cells of the breast. The disease occurs mostly in women. Most breast lumps are benign (non cancerous) and are not life threatening, but some benign breast lumps can increase a woman’s risk of getting breast cancer. Who is at risk? Scientists do not yet know exactly what causes breast cancer, but they know certain risk factors may increase the chance of developing the disease. Having one or more risk factors doesn’t mean that a person will get the disease. Some women who have one or more risk factors never get breast cancer, and many women who contract breast cancer don’t have any risk factors other than simply being a woman. Risk factors include: • Age • Personal history of breast cancer • Family history • Certain breast changes • Gene changes • Reproductive and menstrual history • Race • Radiation therapy to the chest • Breast density
• Taking DES (diethylstilbestrol) • Being overweight or obese after menopause • Lack of physical activity • Drinking alcohol Symptoms for breast cancer The most common sign of breast cancer is a new lump or mass. Women should be aware of how their breasts normally look and feel and report any changes to their doctors immediately. Finding a change does not mean you have cancer. Other signs of breast cancer may include the following: • Swelling of part of the breast • Skin irritation or dimpling • Nipple pain or the nipple turning inward • Redness or scaliness of the nipple or breast skin • Nipple discharge other than breast milk • A lump in the underarm area Screening and early detection The chance of a woman having invasive breast cancer in her lifetime is about one in eight, and the chance of her dying from breast cancer is about one in 33. There are more than two million women in the United States who have been treated for breast cancer. Being screened for breast cancer and detecting breast cancer as early as possible is critical for all of us, even when we do not have any symptoms. Most doctors feel that early detection tests for breast cancer save thousands of lives each year. The earlier breast cancer is
found, the better the chances that treatment will work. The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation recommends a three-step approach to breast cancer screening that includes, depending upon a woman’s age, a combination of mammography, clinical breast exams and breast self-exams. • Annual mammograms beginning at age 40. • Clinical breast exam at least every three years beginning at age 20 and annually from age 40 on. • Monthly breast self-exam beginning by age 20. Women with a family history of breast cancer or other concerns about their personal risk should consult with a health care provider. Screening tests may need to be performed more often and/or started earlier than usual. As part of a total approach to breast health, it is also important that women become familiar with their own bodies, play an active role in their own health and develop a close partnership with their health care providers. Information in this article was provided by the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, National Cancer Institute and American Cancer Society. For more information, call or visit: • American Cancer Society: www.cancer.org or 1.800.227.2345 • National Cancer Institute: www.cancer.gov or 1.800.422.6237 • Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation: www.komen.org or 1.800.462.9273
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Melanie Williams is senior epidemiologist for the Cancer Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch of the Texas Department of State Health Services. WINTER 2007
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Osteoporosis By Lynn Van Ost (Epsilon Kappa-West Chester), PT/ATC
FIVE STEPS TO BONE HEALTH 1. Get your daily recommended amounts of calcium and vitamin D. 2. Engage in regular weight-bearing exercise. 3. Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol. 4. Talk to your doctor about bone health. 5. When appropriate, have a bone density test and take medication. - National Osteoporosis Foundation
Osteoporosis (which means “porous bones”) is known as a silent disease because there are no overt symptoms, and it is often undiagnosed until a fracture occurs. For most women in their 30s, bone density begins to decrease. Bones become thinner and weaker, predisposing the individual to fractures, especially of the spine, hip and wrist. Osteoporosis is the primary cause of hip fractures, which lead to chronic pain, disability and possibly even death. Bone density can decrease to the point where even minimal movement can fracture a bone, such as coughing/sneezing, stair climbing or bending over to pick something up off the floor. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, eight million women in the U.S. currently live with osteoporosis. Risk factors The disease is a combination of genetic, dietary, hormonal, agerelated and behavioral factors. It is more common in Caucasian and Asian women, but occurs in any ethnic group and at any age. Statistically, 50 percent of women will experience a vertebral fracture after the age of 50. Risk factors include: • Gender • Menopause • Advanced age • Family history and personal history of fractures as an adult • Low body weight (small-boned women and women less than 127 pounds are at greater risk for the disease) • Genetically poor health • Excessive alcohol use • Cigarette smoking • Anorexia nervosa • Medications such as corticosteroids and anti-convulsants • Lack of physical exercise • Low calcium or Vitamin D intake
The good news is the onset of osteoporosis can be delayed or minimized with increased awareness and preventive measures. The diagnosis of osteoporosis is made by a physician through physical examination and diagnostic testing. Currently, treatment for osteoporosis consists of a well-balanced diet high in calcium and vitamin D, physical activity, a healthy lifestyle and if indicated, medication. Preventive measures Most women do not get sufficient amounts of calcium and vitamin D in their diet. Generally, premenopausal women should get 1,000 milligrams of calcium a day, and post-menopausal women should get 1,200 milligrams of calcium a day. Additionally, vitamin D is significantly important in the diet as it works synergistically with calcium to maintain good bone health. The National Osteoporosis Foundation recommends 400 to 800 IU of vitamin D daily, while other experts suggest that that number may actually be too low. This is due to the recommendation by dermatologists to stay out of the sun because of the rising cases of skin cancer. Exposure to sunlight is important
“Women can lose up to 20 percent of their bone mass in the five to seven years following menopause, making them more susceptible to osteoporosis.” - National Osteoporosis Foundation
in the body’s natural production of vitamin D. Sources of calcium include milk, cheese and broccoli; vitamin D can be found in egg yolks, fish and liver. Fortified foods and nutritional supplements are necessary to complement what is not found in the diet. Exercise is also critical in protecting the bones from osteoporosis. Light strength training on a regular basis and weight-bearing exercise such as walking are important in increasing and maintaining bone density. Both types of exercise increase muscle tone and bone density if performed on a regular basis. Additionally, lifestyle changes may be necessary, such as cessation of smoking, reduction/elimination of alcohol use, treatment of eating disorders and monitoring of prolonged steroid use. Generally, the outlook for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis is good. The disease process has been unraveled, and the medical community has a good understanding of what factors influence its progression/regression. It is a common consensus that osteoporosis is highly preventable. Information in this article was provided by the National Osteoporosis Foundation. For more information, visit www.nof.org or call 1.202.223.2226.
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Lynn Van Ost is a physical therapist at Hunterdon Medical Center in Flemington, N.J., specializing in orthopedics and sports medicine. She also is a registered nurse and athletic trainer. PA G E F O U R
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Depression
“Twelve million women are affected by a depressive disorder each year.” - National institute of Mental Health
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The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) reports that about 12 million women are affected by a depressive disorder each year, and women experience depression twice as often as men. A variety of factors unique to women’s lives are suspected to play a role in developing depression. Research is focused on understanding these, including: reproductive, hormonal, genetic or other biological factors; abuse and oppression; interpersonal factors; and certain psychological and personality characteristics. Many women face additional stresses such as responsibilities at work and home, single parenthood and caring for children and aging parents. And yet, the specific causes of depression in women remain unclear; many women exposed to these factors do not develop depression. According to the NIMH, risk factors include: • A previous depressive episode • Family history of depression • History of heart problems • Serious chronic illness • Marital problems • Substance abuse • Use of drugs that could trigger depression, such as medicines for high blood pressure or seizures • A stressful life event, such as job loss or death • Diseases that could trigger depression, such as anemia and thyroid disease • Recent serious illness or surgery • Childhood history of physical or sexual abuse
• Being a worrier or being overly anxious • Having an eating disorder or an anxiety disorder
Regardless of the contributing factors, depression is a highly treatable illness. As with many illnesses, the earlier treatment begins, the more effective and the greater the likelihood of preventing serious recurrences. The first step in treatment for depression should be a thorough examination to rule out any physical illnesses that may cause depressive symptoms. Symptoms of depression include: • Persistent sad, anxious or “empty” mood • Loss of interest or pleasure in activities, including sex • Restlessness, irritability or excessive crying • Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness, hopelessness, pessimism • Sleeping too much or too little, early-morning awakening • Appetite and/or weight loss or overeating and weight gain • Decreased energy, fatigue, feeling “slowed down” • Thoughts of death or suicide, or suicide attempts • Difficulty concentrating, remembering or making decisions
• Persistent physical symptoms that do not respond to treatment, such as headaches, digestive disorders and chronic pain If a physical cause for the depression is not found, a psychological evaluation should be conducted by a qualified health professional. According to the NIMH, following are steps to healing: • Check your symptoms. • Talk to a health or mental health professional. • Choose a treatment professional and a treatment approach with which you feel comfortable. • Consider yourself a partner in treatment and be an informed consumer. • If you are not comfortable or satisfied after two to three months, discuss this with your provider. Different or additional treatment may be recommended. • If you experience a recurrence, remember what you know about coping with depression and don’t shy away from seeking help again. In fact, the sooner a recurrence is treated, the shorter its duration will be. Information in this article was provided by the National Institute of Mental Health. For more information, visit www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ depression.html or call 1.866.615.6464.
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Autoimmune Diseases
“Most autoimmune diseases occur in women, most frequently during the childbearing years.” - American Autoimmune Related Disease Association
Autoimmune diseases are a group of disorders in which the immune system attacks the body and destroys or alters tissues. There are more than 80 serious chronic illnesses in this category. In all of these diseases, the underlying problem is similar – the body’s immune system becomes misdirected, attacking the very organs it was designed to protect. Most autoimmune diseases occur in women, most frequently during the childbearing years. Individually, autoimmune diseases are not very common. However, taken as a whole, they represent the fourth-largest cause of disability among women in the United States. It is not known what causes the body to turn on itself, but genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors are suspects. Since autoimmune diseases are not very well understood, pinpointing specific risk factors is difficult. Symptoms can also be nonspecific, hampering proper diagnosis. The following information from the American Autoimmune Related Disease Association discusses the more common autoimmune diseases. Common autoimmune diseases
Thyroid disease Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis destroys the thyroid, the gland that helps set the rate of metabolism. It attacks women 50 times more often than men. Symptoms include low levels of thyroid hormone, which causes
Editor’s Note: Information provided in the Alpha Phi Quarterly is not intended to take the place of a physician’s advice. Please consult your health care provider with questions and for proper evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.
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mental and physical slowing, greater sensitivity to cold, weight gain, coarsening of the skin and goiter (a swelling of the neck due to an enlarged thyroid gland). Graves’ disease is one of the most common autoimmune diseases, affecting 13 million people and targeting women seven times as often as men. Patients with Graves’ disease produce an excessive amount of thyroid hormone. Symptoms include weight loss due to increased energy expenditure; increased appetite, heart rate, and blood pressure; tremors, nervousness and sweating and frequent bowel movements. Lupus (SLE) An inflammation of the connective tissues, SLE can afflict every organ system. It is up to nine times more common in women than men and strikes black women three times as often as white women. The condition is aggravated by sunlight. Symptoms include fever, weight loss, hair loss, mouth and nose sores, malaise, fatigue, seizures and symptoms of mental illness. Ninety percent of patients experience joint inflammation similar to rheumatoid arthritis. Fifty percent develop a classic “butterfly” rash on the nose and cheeks. Raynaud’s phenomenon (extreme sensitivity to cold in the hands and feet) appears in about 20 percent of people with SLE. Multiple sclerosis (MS) A disease of the central nervous system that usually first appears
between the ages of 20 and 40 and affects women twice as often as men, MS is the leading cause of disability among young adults. Symptoms include numbness, weakness, tingling or paralysis in one or more limbs, impaired vision and eye pain, tremor, lack of coordination or unsteady gait and rapid involuntary eye movement. A history of at least two episodes of a cluster of symptoms is necessary for a diagnosis of MS. Rheumatoid arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic disorder in which immune cells attack and inflame the membrane around joints. It also can affect the heart, lungs and eyes. Of the estimated 2.1 million Americans with rheumatoid arthritis, approximately 1.5 million are women. Symptoms include inflamed and/or deformed joints, loss of strength, swelling and pain. Information in this article was provided by the American Autoimmune Related Disease Association and the National Women’s Health Information Center (sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services). For more information, call or visit: American Autoimmune Related Disease Association: www.aarda.org/women or 586.776.3900 National Women’s Health Information Center: www.4woman.gov or 1.800.994.9662 ■
Thank you to the Alpha Phi medical professionals who volunteered to write for the feature. In addition to the authors listed in bylines, thank you to the following contributors: Tonya Quick Dickson (Epsilon Beta-Butler ), MD, emergency medicine physician and pediatrician, Riley Children’s Hopsital, Methodist Hospital and Wishard Hospital emergency departments, Indianapolis, Ind.
Visit www.alphaphi.org to read stories from sisters who share their experiences.
Pamela J. Para (Gamma-DePauw), RN, MPH, CPHRM, FASHRM, director of professional and technical services, American Society for Healthcare Risk Management, Chicago. Anne M. Joseph Walsh (Omicron-Missouri), PA-C, SCT(ASCP), MMSc, clinical instructor of family medicine at Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles.
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Screening Recommendations According to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, following are recommended screening tests for women. Please consult your physician to determine appropriate tests for you based on your individual and family history. ■ Mammograms: Every 1 to 2 years starting at age 40.
■ Blood Pressure: At least every 2 years.
Pap Smears: Every 1 to 3 years if you have been sexually active or are older than 21.
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Cholesterol: Regularly starting at age 45. If you smoke, have diabetes or if heart disease runs in your family, start having your cholesterol checked at age 20.
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Colorectal Cancer: Start at age 50.
Diabetes: If you have high blood pressure or high cholesterol.
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■ Depression: If you’ve felt “down,” sad, or hopeless, and have felt little interest or pleasure in doing things for two weeks straight. ■ Osteoporosis: Have a bone density test at age 65.
Skin Cancer: The American Cancer Society recommends skin cancer screening every three years for those 20-39 and annually after age 40. Other organizations recommend annual screening for all patients.
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Chlamydia and Other Sexually Transmitted Diseases: Test for Chlamydia if you are 25 or younger and sexually active. If you are older, talk to your doctor to see whether you should be tested. Also, talk to your doctor to
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Stress Management in a Hectic World
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nce upon a time, men were the ones experiencing stressrelated illnesses such as hypertension and heart disease. Today, women’s rates of stress-related illness resemble those of men. As women have become more active in business, communities and with families, stress has become a large part of our everyday lives. And we experience the effects of stress on our health. The stress response, known as “fight or flight,” has been a survival instinct from the beginning of human existence. When a cavewoman was threatened by natural disasters or other cave people, her stress response activated the biological systems needed to fight or flee to save her life. Our modern bodies still make those same biological changes when we feel threatened. A cavewoman would fight or flee, then have the opportunity to recover before the next incident. Modern woman faces numerous stimuli to fight or flee, then keeps going without the chance to work off that natural response to stress. We don’t have the option to fight or run away; and we certainly don’t have the immediate relaxation time.
Hans Selye, a pioneer in the physiology of stress, defines stress as “the wear and tear on the body and mind [and spirit] due to demands, change or threats.” Demands and change we know about. They can be stimulating for a while and keep us motivated to reach our goals. But then things pile up, someone gets on our last nerve, and we just can’t take one more thing. Fight or flight takes over. Do we get to run away or hit someone? Usually not. We ignore the tension in our body and keep going. Over time, we wear out physically, shut down mentally and tune out spiritually. Threats are facts of today’s life, no matter how safe we may feel. Do you remember the feelings your body experienced on Sept. 11, even if you weren’t anywhere near the World Trade Center? Remember the last time someone pulled in front of you in traffic, you slammed on the brake, and your body had that same reaction? That was fight or flight, with no chance to do either or to recover. There are many resources providing information on the physiology of stress. Some of my favorites are www.heart.healthcentersonline.com, www.vitality.com (the Vitality on
see whether you should be tested for other sexually transmitted diseases. ■ Immunizations: Meningitis vaccine for college freshmen living in dormitories; human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine for women 26 and under; tetanus-diphtheria shot every 10 years; flu shot every year starting at age 50; pneumonia shot once at age 65; talk to your doctor to see whether you need hepatitis B shots or other immunizations.
By Janet Harrod Webb (Omicron-Missouri), MA, LPC
Demand section) and stress.about.com. All of these can help us understand more about the biological changes fight or flight makes. Let’s focus more on what we can do to minimize the wear and tear on body, mind and spirit. It helps to recognize when stress is beginning to build. The aches and pains, appetite or sleep changes, irritability, withdrawal and other symptoms alert us to act now and get back in control. Just like any other illness, the sooner we do something about the symptoms, the sooner we will start feeling better. Keep your body in top form. Eat right, relax, rest and seek regular preventive health care. Exercise is critical as it works off the physiological changes from the fight or flight response that has been ignored throughout the day. Take care of your mind by continuing to learn, connecting with friends (have you found an alumnae chapter near you?) and using your sense of humor. Charlie Chaplin said, “We have to laugh due to our helplessness in the face of natural forces and in order not to go crazy.” Laughter helps us keep things in perspective. Be sure to listen to your
self-talk. Do you say things to yourself that you would never accept from anyone else? Focus on what you do well and what is going right. Be kind to yourself. Support your spirit by enjoying life. Make up your mind to find the good in people and the world. When you can, give back to your community. Helping others is the best way to keep your own problems in perspective. Please remember that you cannot take care of anyone else if you are flat on your back in bed. It is not selfish to eat right, exercise, recreate and rest; it is necessary. By actively taking steps to work off the effects of stress, you may add years to your life. You will definitely add life to your years.
Janet Webb is a counselor at St. Luke’s Hospital in St. Louis. She specializes in stress management and its effects on health. She also has a private practice.
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Tribute to a Sister “First Lady of Positive Thinking” Celebrates 100th Birthday
Ruth Peale
Ruth Peale, center, is pictured with Alpha Phi sisters in front of the Syracuse (Alpha) chapter house in 1926.
Ruth Stafford Peale (Alpha-Syracuse) proves how a lifetime of positive thinking can impact health and well-being; she celebrated her 100th birthday on September 10. The widow of pastor and author Dr. Norman Vincent Peale, Ruth worked closely with her husband in his ministry, but she also established herself as a religious leader, public speaker, author and philanthropist. Ruth is co-founder, publisher and chairman of the board of Guideposts, a non-profit organization to help people from all walks of life achieve their maximum personal and spiritual potential. In addition to writing numerous magazine articles, Ruth authored Secrets of Staying in Love (1984) and A Lifetime of Positive Thinking (2001). She also played a key role in the creation of Norman Vincent Peale’s The Power of
Positive Thinking, one of the best-selling books of all time. Ruth was the first woman president of the National Board of North American Missions of the Reformed Church in America and the first woman chairman of the Planning and Program Committee of the National Council of Churches 1966 Assembly. She has served as a member of the board of directors of several religious organizations. In more than 80 years of devotion to Alpha Phi, Ruth served as the 1972 Honorary National Chairman of the Founders Centennial Scholarship Fund and was honored in 1976 with the Fraternity’s most prestigious award, the Frances E. Willard Award. For more information about Ruth and Guideposts, visit www.dailyguideposts.com.
Little Dippers: The Alpha Phi Legacy Program ✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶✶ Alpha Phi International is very pleased to announce its newest program, Little Dippers. The Little Dippers program allows mothers, grandmothers and sisters to share the joy of Alpha Phi! Alpha Phi International wants to hear about our legacies. Do you have a granddaughter, daughter, stepdaughter, sister or stepsister under 16 years of age? If so, we invite you to register your legacy in the Little Dippers program today. Once registered, they will receive information about Alpha Phi and
a special gift that allows them to show the world they are Little Dippers. Legacies are a valued part of Alpha Phi and bring a long tradition of pride and support to the Fraternity. Alpha Phi pledged her first legacy in 1902 when Founder Kate Hogoboom Gilbert’s daughter Ruth Gilbert Becker (both Alpha-Syracuse) joined. Throughout our history, legacies have served Alpha Phi as International Executive Board presidents, including mother and daughter
team Genevra Gwynn Wiley (Alpha-Syracuse) from 1902-04 and Marian Wiley Keys (AlphaSyracuse) from 1954-1958, in countless volunteer positions and in numerous extension opportunities. Each year, more than 100 legacies join Alpha Phi chapters across North America, continuing their family’s proud affiliation with Alpha Phi. Children who grow up with Alpha Phi learn about her unique sisterhood from an early age; now is the time to introduce your Little Dipper to the Alpha Phi tradition!
Visit www.alphaphi.org/alumnae_info/littledippers to register your legacy today!
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Alumnae Advantage The following women joined Alpha Phi’s Alumnae Advantage Program between July 15 and October 13, 2006. These women are taking advantage of discounts at more than 100,000 vendors! If you would like to learn more about the Advantage Program, or would like to join, please visit www.alphaphi.org/advantage. Alpha LambdaAlumnae Initiates Bridget Cotter Greaney Margaret Dawson Rebecca DeVoe Brown Maureen O’Hagan NeumayerFischbeck Karen Soltero Alpha-Syracuse Eleanor Avery Griffiths Shirley Barnard Waters Megan Briggs Erica Brown Sephera Dandurand Sheryl Glassman Heather Hereford McGrath Margaret Ichikawa Kagihara Brenda Kasbar Gallagher Allison Macks Holzer Doris Maxeiner Ridenour Nipa Mody Neuhaus Alison Patten Christine Volk Beta-Northwestern Paula Alexander Keller Joann Brick Griffith Susanne Bruns Hintz Nancy Clayton Gridley Carol Fukuchi Hille Gail Gabrielli Ritchie Virginia Herrman Haack Janet Klein Sharon Krueger Polcyn Lucile Learmonth Bannister Adrienne Levatino Betty Lind Soreng Janet Linthicum Mizener Ann Merritt Ann Mickel Foster Nancy Paget Ginocchio Lynn Prange Ferguson Christine Shim Mary Stupka Victoria Taylor Broadie Marjorie Vieth Kimmel BetaValerie Watson Monaghan Nancy Zinns Johnson Gamma-DePauw Annabelle Butler Jean Hartsock Peters Melinda Henbest Feinberg Martha Ingram Keene Nancy Leonard Burnett Patricia Lilly Kenter Nancy May Woulfe Sally McCall Grant Barbara Smith Mary South Crousore Malinda Williams Wendelboe Nancy Wittgen Burks DeVoe Delta-Cornell Stephanie Chuipek Byers Lois Duffy Castellano Lisa Gangarosa Nancy Natali Baranay Karalee Yeater Epsilon-Minnesota Patricia Heath Lindsey Hornickel Nancy Illg Driver Anna Mae Koopmeiners Lambert Laurie Nevers Kristina Robertson Susan Smiley Campbell Marilyn Wilbur Pertl Zeta-Goucher Fredericka Hoddick Goldsmith Eta and Eta dueteronBoston Remy Chong Michele Connizzo Muriel Gebler Sweeney Janice Kozinski Wurz Elizabeth Smiley Theta-Michigan Barbara Andersen Bolling Helen Harrison Nancy Jacobs Marjorie Kaufman Richardson Kern McKay Winfield Marisa Niemczyk Sarah Sarosi Finnane Anne Sluyter Dryden Iota-Wisconsin Maren Berge Mary Collins Freeman Nancy Hurst Buckman Lynn Kusler Shannon
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Anne Millar Hoefflin Janet Reiners Balboni Jocelyn Rynes Brodd Emily Weberman Kappa deuteron-Stanford Marsi Bennett Lambda-UC/Berkeley Laura Crowe Eileen Davidson Shamel Elizabeth Hook Lehe Lucia Lagomarsino Foster Adrienne Orchison Edmonston Elizabeth Salmon Sippl Judy Torrison Loretta Tuck Monaco Paula Weaver McGrath Eden Zigman Nu-Nebraska Susan Andersen Kuhlman Rebecca Barlow Givens Julie Eakes Schaefer Barbara Hershberger Bush Shirley Ledingham Oliver Judith Lysaught Gist Amy Nelson Hruska Beverly Raser Morris Lynda Reyman Granfield Ruth Stewart Hogue Beverly Todd Nolte Omicron-Missouri Jane Becker Cheryl Beeler Summers Mary Carr Boyd Laurel Cassin Dawson Michele Dunard Jeanne Foster Shepard Suzanne Gallais Skelly Linda Gash Todsen Elizabeth Greer Amanda Harrison Andrea Hoemeyer Wilt Kara Holmes Ballenger Charlotte Karl Walker Kimberly Larsen Watson Valerie Lawlor Elizabeth Lineback Laura Lueck Worster Elizabeth Ota Smith Melodie Powell Marilynn Schellert Gafke Molly Statz Sabatino Teresa Tenorio Walsh Marilyn Weber Griesedieck Nicole Wilson Patricia Zolotor Hacker Pi-North Dakota Meghan Flaagan Jennifer Fridlund Lee Kathy Haines Ulmer Margaret Hanson Amy Herberg Sedin Catherine Hostetter McDonald Kathy Lynch Ashe Merry Mattson Turner Rho-Ohio State Jennifer Brownstein Secrest (also Beta Omega-Kent State) Margaret Budai Abel Cheryl Cala Riehl Tonya Castor Fulwider Terrilyn Estell Bethany Fisher Denise Mika-Biga Ellen Pritchett Moore Cindy Thieroff Baden Aleda Vender Roth Sigma-Washington Sandra Alwine Ruddell Marjorie Campbell Butler Samantha Cooper Cheryl Curran Caroline Dollemore Alison Edelman (also Eta Sigma-Lafayette) Cynthia Faulkner Marriott Martha Hedgcock Sander Karen Heywood Stevenson Patricia Hughmanick Crafts Elia Leibold Bubenik Robin MacDonald Miller Kathryn Niwa Terrell Lauren Ozuna Katherine Smith Summers Pamela Sweetman Elizabeth Vasquez Tau-Oregon Joanne Frydenlund Carlson Loren Odsather Daugherty Suann Swenson
Upsilon-Washburn Lesley Brown Megan Chalfant Burgess Karen Messer Becker Jeanne Moore Wales Kelly Mulvany Adriana Palmeri Davis Krystle Stuckey Dalke Phi-Oklahoma Sydney Brainard Billie Coskey Battiato Lynette Elliott Haider Corrie Faulds Filstrup Kathrine Hill McCoy Judy Holloway Fronterhouse Wendy King Fugate Paula Langford Haymon Lorraine McCullough Keim Roseann Miller Cash Rebecca Morse Shaunda Pate Lee Anne Smith Center Darla Stockton Roden Sharon Thetford Ervin Lisa Wasemiller Smith Ellyn Wedemeyer Phillips Sarah Wood Ballew (also Delta Chi-William Woods) Chi-Montana Dawn Craven Lochridge Shana Goss Smith Dorothy McLain Rader Dorothea Nelson Heitz Jane Rowland Crouch Karen Schirm Irwin Psi-South Dakota Susan Hansen Shade Laurie Jungwirth Duncan Mary Pope Labesky Jane Rischen Sheridan Barbara Sheild Guenthner Joann Smith Carrie Stiefel Jane Stull Prenger Omega-Texas Kristen Bauer Carolyn Begien Coker Carolyn Bell Robertson Suzan Benbow Taff Alice Brady Murphy Amanda Brooks Kristine Clauson Danley Lou Davis Anne Derse Clark Elisabeth Fieldcamp Green Jennifer Fielder Eloise Hall Thompson Susan Hasslocher Helen Howard Hinds Susan Johanson Johnson Karol Keils Harrison Melanie Kieke Pav Mary Love Gaither Barbara Massey Williams Connie Mayes Dyer Melissa Mikalajunas Maloney Jennifer Monk Patricia Mueller Napp Elizabeth Riggs Black Kim Riley Sauer Star Rowlett Pedron Kathryn Ruzicka Hollyn Sauer Sonja Smith Renata Strassmann Lauden Alexandra Sugarman Beta Alpha-Illinois Lauren Anderson Stewart Jean Buckner Detels Margaret English Megan Flaherty Amy Flairty Wilson Kristin Goedke Barbara Hoganson Katherine Kirkwood Lindsey Marshall Boudeman Mary Patras Day Amy Prariser Pariser Mary Rice Locklin Darcie Streckfuss Nicole Vittore Lehmann Virginia Zucks Uhlenhop Beta Beta-Michigan State Susan Brink Sherratt Nancy Craig Mayhew Shirley Crawford Dunn Barbara Jacobs Arthur Anne McCafferty Neidhart Cathy Weiss Sparling Annmarie Zontini
Beta Gamma and Beta Gamma deuteronColorado Kellie Acree McSparren Sheila Cole Totorp Jenifer Eberhard Snyder Laurel Harbridge Kelli Johnson Jennifer Judson Meredith Karell Kirby Sally Karr Carpenter Laura Keene Jean Pereles Strouse Candice Pieper Enix Angela Roy Thompson (also Gamma Iota-Texas Tech) Nancy Sechrist Russell Beta Delta-UCLA Susan Beran Dugas Stephanie Bladen Lisa Carrillo Joan Covert Doupe Casey Eznekier Cathleen Galas Ingalls Patricia Gutierrez Adams Alin Hernandez Wall Mollie Ireson Margaret Lawhead McCallum Debra Longstreet Lana Powers Tiffany Wentzel Beta Epsilon-Arizona Dorothy Houston Bowers Margaret Kurtz Swanson Carmen Quiros Parent Beta Zeta-Idaho Randa Allen Patrick Harriet Duckworth Baker Erin Foye Mikleane Goodman Chouinard Arlene Hinchey Parkinson Jillian Jansen Carolyn Keithly Fancher Jessica Ohman Stacey Simpson Beta Theta-British Columbia Deirdre Fitz-Gibbons Molly Moriarty Robyn Quick Beta Iota-West Virginia Donna Bosley Lane Erin Cook Rea Dawson Wedekamm Melissa Dickson Fleury Betty Gallaher Brown Sharon Horton Rowe Elizabeth Karel Reynolds Hope Skipwith Erin Tecca Beta Kappa-Denison Carol Anderson Griffin Barbara Griffith Gutmann Bonnie Kurth Buesching Natalie Youel Kenny Beta Lambda-Rollins Alison Breslav Salomon Martha Leavitt Ellis Katharine Morrisey Sue Williams Vincent Beta Nu and Beta Nu deuteron-Duke Sylvia Arey Stephanie Spalding Jane Wingfield Curtis Beta OmicronBowling Green State Ann Ballinger Janet Brinker Schaeffer Kori Brown Julie Chmelik Hites Jennifer Engler Milligan Melissa Gratz Polly Koch Neeley Lampus Klubert Nicole Martin Crislip Mary McKenzie Alley Judith Segerer Watson Robin Stevens Patricia Ward Shears Beta Pi-USC Barbara Chappell Tingley Rita Donatic Evans Vanessa Ginder Kristy Harmeyer Emily Lerner Jean Maxwell Kelly Michele McGarry Crahan Claudia McGregor Bullock Tara Sacker Pardo
Ida Salahi Lindsay Wiggins Sabrina Wynter Beta Rho and Beta Rho deuteron-Washington State Caitlyn Andrews Leigh Ange Scott Tonjia Brendle Bier Barbara Chase Peterson Roberta Faithfull Gilley Angela Gordner Davis Julie Lundberg Caldwell Barbara Patten Cunningham Beta Sigma-Utah Renee Keetch BilsboroughAbbott Judith McDevitt Watt Sandra Peck Hayes Beta Tau-Indiana Jennifer Bloomer Godby Susan Bray Staab Beverly Carmichael Heid Sarah Clayton Virginia Fruit Colvin Tara Fuda Georgia Fulp Floren Lura Gibson Stone Charlotte Haven Maloy Valerie Jones Karis Kessler Colnitis Rebecca Koday Margaret Lennox Howley Shirley Olsen Rood Molly Pulkrabek Anne Walley Hawley Lauryn Zimmerman Beta Upsilon-Oregon State Ellen Burgess Burns Debra Gabrielson Mattson Robin Holmes Maupin Amy Kaufman Dew Barbara Marquis Hart Ellen Marsh Merriman Susan Shedd Schroeder Beta Phi-Whitman Esther Hook Milnes Beta Chi-Bucknell Eleanor Jones Bailey Beta Psi-San Jose State Barbara Billing Hunt Melissa Carvalho Christina Castillo Mirra Katie Clemmensen Nancy Gomes Artru Claire Hargreaves Longoria Christine Harmon Spanier Cynthia Maley Thawley Tricia Lee McNabb Lanzino Nancy Novotny Dougherty Pamela Rocker Hoffman Rosemarie Stanton Kuhn Stacey Yourstone Cavazos Beta Omega-Kent State MaryAnn Allen Sanders Michelle Bates Dallman Nora Davis Kieser Wilma Evans Gahagan Megan Meister Becky Steiner Joan Thatch Archer Shannon Zorn Hyde Gamma AlphaSan Diego State Jean Halvorson Long Dimaris Howe Michalek Tami Letford Bender Rebecca Millar Newell Ann Peterson Baker Marisa Rockett Gamma BetaUC/Santa Barbara Amy Grainger June Kathryn Grant McKee Christina Leets Heather Moran Sturtevant Nancy Reamer Shaver Janine Schott Taylor Deborah Suyeyasu Babineau Penne Thacher Gamma Gamma-Drury D’Arcy Butzer Blosser Teresa Emerson Priscilla Flint Elizabeth Rice Trammell Sue Turrentine Lawson
Gamma Delta-Kansas Pamela Gaston Camblin Ellen Jacobson Arney Freda Sahm Russell Gamma Epsilon-Lake Forest Jo-Anne Freeman Penttinen Gamma Zeta-Puget Sound Joan Brilley Angela Greaney Witter Teresa Jackson Rapozo Sarah Parker Marilee Randall Marni Wood Gamma Eta-North Texas Laura Bartlett Moore Beverly Blair Johnson (also Gamma OmegaMidwestern State) Paige Edwards Mejia Stephanie Friswell Tiffany Garrett Darcy Golay Gerri Goodspeed Stephanie Laney Emily Mahaffey Brannon Candace Niblett Plaza Patricia Rodriguez Tracey Sargent Kearny Jennifer Smith Gamma ThetaColorado College Linda Watson Dunham Gamma Iota-Texas Tech Heather Albright Dunn Cynthia Bell Ford Keri Bilbo Judy Cantrell Bridges Hazel Casey Harron Arlene Conner Sumner Laura Davant Fricke Emily Ellison Lamb Melanie Fore Maes Jana Harrison Smith Leslianne Hickerson Emery Kim Kerr Gerrish Deana Koonsman Gage Dana Lawton Grimes Nancy Leverenz McCord Holly Lewis Sumruld Anna McCue Caudry Ann Moore Croyle Kendra Nelson Sutherland Patricia Pate Wylie Delores Smith Brooks Jennifer Sumner Tritz Frances Weaver Garrett Jan Welsh Votto Ruth Wisda Judy Zink Nay Gamma KappaCSU/Long Beach Erin Kleiter Kahlert Laura Lackner Linda Long Boland Stacie Merken Peggy Neale Giordano Jennifer Smith Dawn Thompson Burke Gamma Mu-Georgia State Page Chatfield Fletcher Gamma Nu-Miami University Judith Becker Rioch Kimberly Jaquith Hill Mary Korte Parris Lisa Lewis Fenley Jennifer Meyer Oldani Karen Peterson Assink Juli Sandman Huber Courtney Teel Jump Julie Welter Laura Wolfe Gamma Xi-Wichita State Maralyn Acton Ramelmeier Karen Armstrong Naylor Elizabeth Barwick Ball Rebecca Dietrich Denae Frederick Tina Hagar Tomas Cassandra Haws Hornbaker Marijean Jackson Cockran Kristen Grace Knowles Marcia McKee Weddle Michelle Meier Smith Sue Newsom Vance Crystal Schrag Burnett Danielle Tipping
Gamma Omicron-Drake Sally Andersen Hebeisen Patricia Griggs Deborah Honath Buckner Kelly Johnson Burton Kayla Mudge Jessica Nieman Linda Sigmon Roxberg Gamma Pi-Arizona State Joan Augustin Pereira Regina DiTommaso Alexis Mussi Jennifer Short (also Theta IotaJames Madison) Kari Voldeng Fry Jennifer Warnke Matthews Gamma Rho-Penn State Sheryl Barden Coholan Anne Batko Cashdollar Kimberly Brown Brannon Cathy Rudnick Sanders Sandra Schwarz Mazza Karen Tiernan Gamma SigmaWisconsin/Stout Jenn Olbrantz Julie Stodghill Hanley Anne Thiel Reuther Gamma Tau-Willamette Colleen Kennemore Spence Natalie Morse Van Hook Theresa Ostlund Brooks Gail Ross Gamma Phi-Florida State Minge Bishop Shirley Burris Yates Suzanne Hirst Hill Margaret Pasto Stutsman Peggy Whittier Berggren Nina McAlpine Westerdahl Gamma OmegaMidwestern State Sandra Duckworth Allison Karla Hardy Allford Virginia Mickle Delta Alpha-East Carolina Cheryl Elmstrom Linda Gardner Massie Laura Jeanes Pendleton Tristan Lee Robinson Cynthia Moyer MacLeod Angelica Orta Haymore Brenda Reges Shaw Amy Rogers Roberts Elizabeth Smith Hasson Diane Spry Straker Delta BetaTexas A&M/Commerce Rochelle Carmichael Paulet Sharon Fuhrmann Susan Jeffords Dorsey Mina Martin Ruth Nix Norton Felicia Pryby Ilana Rossel Steele Patti Schimpf Mattie Smith Cummins Delta GammaNorthern Colorado Carolyn Banks Ivey Tara Barnes Pearson Jill Cooley Johnson Jill Herdman Trotter Lynn Mestnik Johnson Heather Potter Laskowski Nicole Prefer Amy Reckard Mary Rekart Ulich Delta Delta-Oklahoma City Lydia Barrett Cheryl Cooper Baber Margaret Crissman Creighton Jennifer Giberson Lisa Haning Blackburn Stacey Jackson Jessica Machamer Kimberly Moody Sanders Amber Wallace Parnell Anne Williams Koeller Delta Epsilon-Iowa Martha Aramovich Barclay Ruth Gallagher Nelson Nicole Matson Struchen Pamela Nolin Nelson Georgia Reithal Megan Welsh Thompson
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Delta Zeta-Maryland Dana Christiansen Susan Delaney Frank Jennifer Katz Charlotte Peede Schwartzel Delta Eta-Adrian Melissa Berard Harrison Stephanie Hutton Martha Jenkins Aileen Melick Fischer Lori Surago Logan Rachel Wilhelm Poloha Daphney Livernois Delta ThetaWestern Michigan Katherine Dinsmore Kathleen Feeney Hiemstra Susan McCarty Doster (also Delta Chi-William Woods) Amanda Smith Karen Trudell Retter Delta Iota-Roanoke Laura Miley Davis Delta KappaWisconsin/LaCrosse Cynthia Collins George Lynn Facteau Bohlmann Kathy Newton Boehm Gretchen Nicholson Wing Melissa Reed Mason Rebecca Schroedl Delta Mu-Purdue Laura Bullington Vanessa Coffey Martin Barbara Exner Downing Julie Hummel Reimers Heather Martin Meliski Laura McGinnis Soulliere Julie Miller Landmesser Judith Pounds Sindlinger Lauren Schultz Karen Strandhagen Ross Delta Nu-Maine Annemarie Bartlett Mary Gatchell Fenderson Maryann Gotreau (also Eta Alpha-New Hamsphire) Andrea Hayes Lott Theresa Joyce Lee Heather Kenney Fountain Carolyn Korth Amanda Kraft Celeste Loring Gleason Kate O’Leary Wright Ethel Paradis Sawyer Cynthia VandeWorkeen Allen Delta Xi-Nebraska/Kearney Holly Carr Marcie Kitt Karen Peterson Roche Sarah Spindler Poeschl Nicole Sup Deprez Delta Omicron-St. Cloud State Jeanine Kretchmer Delta Pi-Indiana State Lori Attmore Emilie Britt Annette Buechler Videla Christine Crawford Smith Joni Embry Scioldo Morgan Feeney Stephanie Keilman Walsh Angela Koehler Walden Nicole McRae Miranda Warpenburg Sarah Weidner Carol Welles Glotfelter Delta Rho-Ball State Pamela Arnold Hickman Martha Clemmer Kendall Tracey Dost Linda Moore Voss Laurie Reeves Muzzillo Suzette Scheib Brown Priscilla St.Jacques Glusko Jane Switzer Mary VanDeventer Delta TauLouisiana State/ Baton Rouge Rebecca Black O’Neal Cheryl Chambers Sammye Crawford Shawn De Pierri Miller Cynthia Hardy Cruikshank Delta UpsilonBaldwin-Wallace Lindsey Gauntner Dimitra Gountis Lorraine Marrie Schumacher Stephanie Stultz Panteck Jaclyn Thuener Emily Traxler Wenske Delta Phi-Indiana U. of Pennsylvania June Collins Herron Kristan Hackenson Ellis Frances Thompson Hawkins
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Delta Chi-William Woods Heather Montgomery Jacqueline Omerza Spencer Stella Traylor
Epsilon OmicronAustin Peay State Mary Parker Melissa Webb Earnest
Delta Omega-Moorhead State Theresa Logelin Wehrman
Epsilon Rho-UC/Davis Victoria Belonogoff Andrea Griswold Claire King Oberhausen Kathleen Reilly Ann Schimbor Vaseliades
Epsilon Alpha-Ashland Melanie Basch Gina Bradley Feller Nicole Celebucki Samantha Gill Forster Karen McGrainor Hoy Kristen Nowak Joanna Riffle Margaret Ruckman Kiesow Lauren Tesar Matty Pamela Woodman Epsilon Beta-Butler Miriah Chapman Katherine Eggleston Field Susan Flory Ruch Carol Oakley Jackson Karine Provost Lisa Sanders Pesaresi Epsilon GammaSacramento State Celeste Balmaceda Angelica Fernandez Maurer Katie Graham Kaplan Marcena Grundel Michelle Gumbs Rebekkah Rios Carole Salerno Natalie Wilson Epsilon DeltaNorthern Illinois Denise Biel Sweeney Nancy Carlson Nina Castaldo Denise Jung Reens Monica Ratcliffe Jean Scallan Tess Patricia Walsh Barenbrugge Epsilon Epsilon-Longwood Marjorie Snead Pugh Epsilon Eta-Old Dominion Cynthia Snelling Brinkley Rebecca Walker Epsilon Theta-Northern Iowa Sharon Cernohous Hannasch Lisa Chiodo Allison Cink Rickels Natalie Claussen Rogers Emmy Mausser Huffman Patsy Pugh Taylor Jill Thompson Holmes Epsilon Iota-Duquesne Linda Brooks Uchal Jacie Freimuth Kaitlin Metz Epsilon Kappa-West Chester Bonnie Barrett Alaina Hupp Kathryn Rossman Green Epsilon LambdaTexas/Arlington Collette Starkey Minter Epsilon Nu-Delaware Eileen Byrne Riordan Joanne Chopak Foss Karen Manzo Auwaerter Epsilon Xi-Southern Illinois Stefanie Karl Crawford Erika McIntyre Maribeth Meirink Cynthia Pardy Tricia Wilson Stuart
Epsilon UpsilonCSU/Northridge Katharine Brenner Winn Deahn Kincaid Dena Lookholder Yosfan Deborah Meyer Morris Epsilon Phi and Epsilon Phi deuteron-NC State Michelle Connell Sarah Devereaux Kelso Martha Horrell Prosser Josephine Jarrett Deborah Rector Parker Epsilon Chi-Cal Poly Brittney Becker Sarah Care Amy English Haas Julie Hemingway McMullin Sharon Kong Smith Adrienne Paris Carey Elizabeth Quinn Francine Vital Hubbard Epsilon Omega-Texas A&M Wendy Champion McMurtrey Gina Garner Winter Cathy Handy Davis Jean Howard Mayne Debra Jordan Chernosky Sandie Winnie Cox Zeta Alpha-Eastern Illinois Debra Bohannon Pohlmann Judy Ethell Glatz Katherine Kimball Dow Martha Kuhn Clotfelter Zeta Edna Phipps Wade Nicole Wrobleski Wroblewski Zeta Beta-Loyola Marymount Risa Blewitt Bastien Susan Cyprien Zeta Crissie Day Amy Flood Lisa Glass Koval Sandra Luvisi Schmidt Lindsey O’Connell Marlu Soria Rebekka Sullender Zeta Gamma-Santa Clara Sacha Durham Basho Anne Heise Jennifer Johnston Anne Lewis Naragon Melissa Sharp Jin Li Teo Allen Zeta Delta-Iowa State Angela Nuss Greteman Melissa Rossman Galdamez Zeta EpsilonIndiana U. Southeast Mariann Basham Melanie Miller Mouser Ashley Shockley Zeta Zeta-Murray State Martine Sanders Zeta Iota deuteron-Virginia Lauren Bruch Susan Marie Midland Julia Midland
Zeta LambdaSouthern New Hampshire Elizabeth Case Toth Zeta Mu-Colorado State Karen Gentry Rothers Betty Phillips Patterson Zeta Nu-Texas Christian Mary Ipser Walker Rebecca Noble Jones Zeta Xi-Elmhurst Alison Gannon Vanessa Gentile Alissa Meyer Milito Amy Taylor Steinbruecker Susan Watson Eckhart Heather Wood Zeta Omicron and Zeta Omicron deuteronJohns Hopkins Loryn Keating-Just Tara Riemer Jones Alexandrea Shybut Erika Ward Ana Zampino Zeta PiCase Western Reserve Audrey Dessauer Rachel Jewell Kathryn Kamp Robin Palma Gantt Zeta Rho-Bentley Charlotte Baldwin Mueller Kimberley Norton O’Brien Zeta Sigma-Franklin & Marshall Susan Lunenfeld Raczynski Kristin Price Zeta Tau-Illinois State Patricia Hoth Judd Judy Schatz Burke Zeta UpsilonWashington University Emilia Epperly Beth McCullough Adas Kristen Temple Zeta Phi-MIT Laura Malley Schmitt Catherine Nyarady Kathryn Whipple Mulligan Zeta Chi-Columbia Gwinneth Clarkson Berexa Anne-Marie Markowski Martinkat Zeta Psi-Dayton M. Villaseca Twiggs Christine Yeaggy Zeta OmegaNorthwood Dawn Hearns Cary Eta Alpha-New Hampshire Christina Birolini Holly Brown Jessica Hulke Stacie Sullivan Swanson Eta Beta-CSU/San Bernardino Debbie Averswald Swalla Heidi Cupp Hernandez Erin Harris Spittler Brenda Lehman Austin Shanyn Smith Holly Smith Eta Gamma-Akron Elizabeth Price Jenna Wagner Margaret Young LeBlanc
Eta Delta-CSU/East Bay Christina Barfuss Gina Croft Joanne Finamore Godfrey Lina Lee Brandie Mayhew Grossman Judith Nicolini Ingrid Pease Angela Petersen Tarver Monica Vunesky Fey Charissa Woodward
Eta Psi-Eastern Washington Brandi Aubrey Cynthia Hagan Riemann
Eta Epsilon-Villanova Penney Dillard Dench Sheila Kearns Christie Theresa Murray Heather Williams Walker
Theta Beta-Bryant Diane Leete Travers
Eta Eta-Seton Hall Judith Murtha Millar Eta ThetaSan Francisco State Jamie Brown Karen Miller Charlotte Owen Paris Sabokpey Sabo Tonia Tabucchi Herrera Eta Iota-Pennsylvania Sarah Berger Jones Rebecca Kirsch Nosker Jodi Reynolds Eta Kappa-UC/Irvine Nicole Ford Lindsey Goldstein Vanessa Izquierdo Eta Lambda-George Mason Jane Bratton Betz Elizabeth Carty Rinehart Carolyn Desmarais Jamie Feighery Straka Kimberly Myers Taylor Tania Velez Eta Mu-Marquette Robin Heltzel Jaime Stewart-Fernandez Eta Xi-UNC/Wilmington Jennifer Brett Deborah Brown Megan O’Connell Eta Omicron-Virginia Tech Kara Crowley Megan Griffith Rebecca King Fleitz
Eta Omega-Towson Jeannine DiSilvestre Theta Alpha-Linfield Carlotta Castillo Amber Gaskey Michelle Jones Davis Barbara Tyler Beeson
Theta Delta-Creighton Andrea Schiemann Ross Jennifer Thurmond Lisa Vining Theta Epsilon-SUNY/Buffalo Jacqueline Earl Paladino Theta Zeta-Florida Tech Frances Berg Stephanie Curry Jennifer Gladski Angela Noutsis Palladino Laura Popovich Dues Joanna Snellgrove
Eta Sigma-Lafayette Amanda Friel Kimberly Pasquale Kristin Rhebergen Katherine Schule Eta Tau-SUNY/Cortland Yvette Nixon Maurer Eta Upsilon-Chapman Emily Curd Yasmin Giaimo Fletcher Jennifer Grove Gruse Rebecca Hall Melinda Mayne McGarvey Carrie Norred Emily Saft Deanna Scortino Nicole Sloane
Iota Alpha-Pepperdine Melani Bruce Iota Beta-St. Mary’s Jessica Adan Weier Anita Carrillo Acosta Jennifer Fuentes Joanna Kelley Varenhorst Jennifer Ryan Kristin Tymrak Skelton Robin Wolf Iota GammaUniversity of the Pacific Tanya DeMichele Stephanie Griffing Jaime Pacheco
Theta Nu-Appalachian State Dorothy Blair Chura Katryna Jacober Stephanie John Megan Moore Gerace Emily Pichette Theta Xi-Shippensburg Amanda Cooper Wright ThAmy Hunsberger Colleen Keeney Beth Ann Matkovich McCoy Jessica Meck Misty Milburn Wilson Karen Rizer Davidock Theta Pi-Emory Sharon Grau Laura Rogers Reece
Theta PhiChristopher Newport Emily Anderson Tiffany Campbell Bridget Coffey Virginia Crickenberger Jeannette Dodson O’Connell Molly Reed Amy White Bradshaw
Theta Omega-Barry Kelly Fitzgerald Mazza Amanda Godio Becker Cheryl Minick
Theta Iota-James Madison Jennifer Ash Kathryn Casterline Brittany DeLorme Karin Deputy Kristen Lockwood Jennifer LoMauro Minnick Danielle Musco Gaucher Katherine Pius Shannon Sayers Long Lindsay Sweet Diane Wetzel
Theta LambdaCentral Missouri Connie Madrid Trisha Thurman LaLumondier
Theta Upsilon-CSU/Chico Linda Cashin Frolich Stacy Green Button Tiffany Pullman Adrienne Silver Sally Woodyard Gummel
Theta Psi-SUNY/Plattsburgh Casey Champitto Bartlett Jessica Elmendorf Alexa Gordon Katie Hafensteiner Vanessa Seeley Kelly Stone
Theta Theta-St. Joseph’s Erica Drost Kahr Jaime Sworen Marissa Woodland Asparro Marlene Schmedlin
Eta Rho-San Diego Catherine Penny Ogden Melissa Petersen
Theta Tau-Rensselaer Susan Gareis Patricia Hains Suzanne Kozel Rajczi Tiffany Pinard Westendorf
Theta Chi-UNC/Asheville Mary Bullman Bade Shawn McKee Carla Wallin Schneider
Theta Eta-Western Ontario Sherry Hong
Theta Kappa-Rochester Monica Comerford Church Yael Garfinkle Molly MacElroy Julie McCormick Nortillo
Theta Rho-Cameron Amy Beauchamp Kathryn Huffstickler Duffy Theta Sigma-Southern Utah Kimberly Currier Bateman Regan Parker Borton Margaret Patterson
Theta Gamma-Truman State Jaime Alsup Ryberg Jodee Bass Williams Meaghan Bollenberg Tamara Holmes Cole Diane Thoman Goldman Christina Yeager
Eta Pi-Richmond Amy Bloomfield Diana Cichewicz McKinney Karen Erickson Elizabeth Gassman Cheron Kristina Gatti
Sherry Sandstrom Stefanie Zirin McCans
Iota Delta-Rhode Island Laura Gould Laura McMahon Kovacs Amanda Patten Cynthia Pominville Longway Iota Zeta-Colorado School of Mines Emily Bostwick White Luz Falcon-Martinez Iota Theta-Wilfrid Laurier Amanda Chiu Lisa Knight Krista Leveck Charlene Mak Iota Iota-George Washington Jessica Hammers Megan Lind Leslie Vaeth
FOUNDER’S GRANDDAUGHTER CELEBRATES WITH NORTHERN VIRGINIA SISTERS Alumnae and George Mason (Eta Lambda) collegians celebrate Founders’ Day with Betty Lou Reckmeyer Crawford (Eta LambdaGeorge Mason), center, granddaughter of Founder Louise Shepherd Hancock (Alpha-Syracuse). Dawn Bagnuolo Schulz (Gamma Epsilon-Lake Forest) was presented with a 50-year membership pin during the event.
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Alumnae enjoy a bus top tour of Philadelphia, Pa.
Alumnae enjoy an apple orchard outing.
Ann “Bette” Walker Maltby, 75-year member, is honored with an anniversary pin during the chapter’s fall luncheon. She stands between artworks she painted in the 1970s of Professor Wesley Coddington, advisor to the Founders, and Founder Kate Hogoboom Gilbert.
Mid-Atlantic Region GREATER PHILADELPHIA, PA. Sisters enjoyed a social, dinner at the Bamboo Club restaurant and an annual high tea. They also participated in a 5K walk to support breast cancer awareness. -Kati Greff (Zeta Pi-Case Western Reserve)
GREATER PHILADELPHIA CONTACT: Peggy Inskeep Pastva (Beta Omicron-Bowling Green State) pastvaj@aol.com 610.489.1762 www.phillyphis.com PHILADELPHIA IVY CONNECTION, PA. Ivy connection alumnae toured the city atop a doubledecker bus, enjoyed a Founders’ Day dinner and participated in the American Heart Association ® Heart Walk. Other activities included book club meetings, happy hour outings, dinner and a movie. -Camie O’Brian (Beta Omega-Kent State)
PHILADELPHIA IVY CONNECTION CONTACT: Erin Shea (Eta Epsilon-Villanova) phillyivyconnection@gmail.com 301.996.9538 www.phillyivyconnection.com
Northeast Region BOSTON, MASS. Members enjoyed an apple picking outing, a Pampered Chef ® fundraiser and walking with collegians in the American Cancer Society’s ® Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk. Other events included a Halloween party, holiday cookie swap and a Design-Your-Own-Purse party. -Laura McMahon Kovacs (Iota Delta-Rhode Island)
BOSTON CONTACT: Stacie Sullivan Swanson (Eta Alpha-New Hampshire) stacieswanson@gmail.com 978.373.1687 www.bostonphis.org
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CENTRAL NEW YORK Sisters attended Syracuse’s (Alpha) open house and enjoyed tea and cookies. Alumnae visited Seneca Falls, N.Y., the site of the first women’s rights convention “Where Women Made History.” Collegians and alumnae gathered to honor 50-year members: Suzanne Bachman; Joan Anuario Bailey; Marcia Thompson Caldwell and Ann Ross Melvin, 65-year member Nan Taylor Hilfinger and 75-year member Ann “Bette” Walker Maltby (all Alpha-Syracuse). -Melanie Takata Heaphy (Epsilon Rho-UC/Davis)
CENTRAL NEW YORK CONTACT: Melanie Heaphy
heaphy@earthlink.net 315.469.5973 NYC METRO, N.Y. Sisters enjoyed a wine and cheese event, Founders’ Day brunch and a Phi-ver Party. Upcoming events include a Crime Scene fundraiser in February, a double-decker bus tour of Manhattan and a paintyour-own-pottery activity. -Danielle Altruda (Theta Mu-Hofstra)
NYC METRO CONTACT: Melissa Friedman (Eta Theta-San Francisco State) melissaf@alumnae.alphaphi.org 212.888.1601 www.nycalphaphi.org RHODE ISLAND More than 30 alumnae and Rhode Island (Iota Delta) collegians participated in the chapter’s sixth annual Move Your Phi’t 5K walk/run. Other events included apple picking, attending a showing of The Nutcracker ballet and the annual Founders’ Day brunch. -Christina Laude (Iota Delta-Rhode Island)
RHODE ISLAND CONTACT: Alyssa Rae Cardi Tillier (Iota Delta-Rhode Island) president@rhodyphis.com 401.437.6878 www.rhodyphis.com
Pacific Northwest Region EAST BAY, CALIF. The chapter enjoyed a Meet-the-Sisters barbecue, celebrated Founders’ Day with Silicon Valley/South Bay alumnae, attended an ivy circle date night and prepared finals gift packs for CSU/East Bay (Eta Delta) collegians. -Amy Nobriga (Eta Delta-CSU/East Bay)
EAST BAY CONTACT: Jessica McKee-Parks (Eta Delta-CSU/East Bay) alphaphiivy@yahoo.com 510.276.1205 www.eastbayalum.org
GOLDEN GATE, CALIF. Sisters celebrated Founders’ Day and enjoyed a happy hour, potluck dinner and a holiday gathering. -Catherine Mattesich (Lambda-UC/Berkeley)
GOLDEN GATE CONTACT: Jennifer Lusk Mir (Epsilon Omega deuteronTexas A&M) golden.gate.phis@gmail.com 650.580.2175 HAWAII Alumnae presented the Leona Ames Alpha Phi Scholarship to Christine Matsuda (Beta Pi-USC) in recognition of her studies and outstanding accomplishments in Alpha Phi. Sisters toured the Hawaiian home of the late Doris Duke, an American heiress and philanthropist. Other events included a Founders’ Day luncheon and the annual holiday party. -Jessica Doner Vanda (Zeta Iota-Virginia)
HAWAII CONTACT: Shari Yasuhara (Beta Rho deuteron-Washington State) syasuhara@hawaii.rr.com 808.677.2997
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Local alumnae and collegians enjoy Rhody Phis’ Move Your Phi’t event.
Alumnae enjoy a Beta Theta preference party.
Sisters celebrate Founders’ Day with Tulsa-area mothers of Phi collegians.
GREATER PUGET SOUND, WA. The chapter received its charter in September and aims to support Puget Sound (Gamma Zeta) collegians. -Lori Lyman Losee (Beta Rho deuteron-Washington State)
GREATER PUGET SOUND CONTACT: Lori Losee
lorilosee@comcast.net 253.846.1208 SILICON VALLEY/SOUTH BAY, CALIF. Sisters are excited to have 100 dues-paying members. Alumnae enjoyed a Dream Dinners event at which they prepared meals to take home to their families. The chapter celebrated Founders’ Day with a luncheon for local collegiate and alumnae chapters. Other events included a holiday boutique. -Gina Battaglia (Beta Psi-San Jose State)
SILICON VALLEY/SOUTH BAY CONTACT: Kary Crumm Huffman (Beta Psi-San Jose State) siliconvalleyphis@yahoo.com 510.673.5442 www.siliconvalleyphis.org VANCOUVER, CANADA Sisters enjoyed a wine and cheese party at Deirdre Fitz-Gibbons’ (Beta Theta-British Columbia) home and spent time with Jill Flewitt (Alpha Lambda-Alumna Initiate) before her move to California. Alumnae assisted British Columbia (Beta Theta) collegians during recruitment. The chapter also enjoyed a holiday party. -Jennifer Samson (Alpha Lambda-Alumna Initiate)
VANCOUVER CONTACT: Deirdre Fitz-Gibbons
dfitzgib@telus.net 604.261.7455 www.bcphis.ca
South Central Region TOPEKA, KAN. Alumnae celebrated Founders’ Day with Washburn (Upsilon) collegians, attended an open house at the collegiate chapter facilities and held a teddy bear drive to benefit the Topeka Rescue Mission. -Erica Atherton Valdivia (Upsilon-Washburn)
TOPEKA CONTACT: Rebecca Collins (Upsilon-Washburn) aphigirl01@hotmail.com 785.969.1337 WICHITA WOMEN RECEIVE RECOGNITION Recognized during a Wichita, Kan., Founders’ Day celebration at Crestview Country Club are (from left) Sharon Henson Buller (Gamma Theta-Colorado College) and Betty Morton Christian (Beta EtaManitoba) for membership anniversaries, Georgia Hamman Kintzel (Gamma Xi-Wichita State) as event hostess, collegian Liz Abitz (Gamma Xi-Wichita State) as Gamma Xi chapter’s Junior of the Year and Shirley Clegg Dieker (Gamma Xi-Wichita State) as the alumnae chapter’s Alumna of the Year.
KANSAS CITY METROPOLITAN, MO. Sisters enjoyed an event at the Longview Mansion that included dining on gourmet cakes and coffee and learning home decorating tips, party planning, accessorizing outfits and holiday gift wrapping advice. Alumnae and their families gathered for a holiday fireworks celebration. They volunteered for the Holiday Store, a program that allows less fortunate families to purchase gifts for their loved ones. The chapter also enjoyed an ornament exchange. -Jennifer Voyles (Theta Lambda-Central Missouri)
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KANSAS CITY METROPOLITAN CONTACT: Angie Jeffries (Theta Lambda-Central Missouri) ajeffries@jacksongov.org 816.878.3630 KEARNEY, NEB. Alumnae enjoyed a luncheon at the Kearney Country Club. The chapter hosted an annual initiation banquet, participated in a Halloween Ghouls Night Out event and celebrated the holidays. -Jessica Goebel (Delta Xi-Nebraska/Kearney)
KEARNEY CONTACT: Jessica Goebel
Jessica.Goebel@astrazeneca.com 308.293.0573 GREATER TULSA, OKLA. Alumnae enjoyed a Founders’ Day brunch with Tulsaarea mothers of Oklahoma (Phi) collegians. Other events included a potluck dinner at Monica Townsend Taylor’s (Phi-Oklahoma) home, shopping for a charity and lunch outing, and a holiday party with collegians at Cheri Hinton Quillen’s (Delta Rho-Ball State) home. -Cheri Quillen
GREATER TULSA CONTACT: Cheri Quillen
thewoobiecat@cox.net 918.282.9754 OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. Sisters attended a wine tasting at Melanie “Lanie” Goodman’s (Phi-Oklahoma) home. The chapter celebrated Founders’ Day at Remington Park, enjoyed a dinner and movie outing and celebrated the holidays with an ornament exchange party hosted by Randa Ogletree (Delta Delta-Oklahoma City). Other events included a Girl’s Night Out and an Alpha Phi Foundation Bunco ® fundraiser hosted by Lisa Haning Blackburn (Delta Delta-Oklahoma City). -Bethany Anderson Brown (Phi-Oklahoma)
OKLAHOMA CITY CONTACT: Bethany Brown
okcaphialumnae@yahoo.com 405.364.0263
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Sisters enjoy a wine tasting at Lanie Goodman’s home.
Sisters enjoy a summer happy hour.
Fort Worth sisters celebrate Founders’ Day.
AUSTIN, TEXAS Alumnae prepared snack packs for Texas (Omega) collegians during polish week and assisted with formal recruitment. Sisters celebrated Founders’ Day with a family-style supper at Buca di Beppo.
DALLAS AND SUBURBAN P.M., TEXAS Alumnae enjoyed two meet-and-greets and attended a wine tasting facilitated by Mary Mulloy (Xi-Toronto and Gamma Iota-Texas Tech) at the home of Cathy Dill Estes (Gamma Eta-North Texas).
-Heather Ramsey (Omega-Texas)
-Tiffany Huckabay Wright (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech)
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DALLAS AND SUBURBAN P.M. CONTACT: Brandi Reaves (Epsilon Omega deuteronTexas A&M) breaves@hntb.com 214.734.3309 www.alphaphidallas.org
Diane Flower Waggoner (Omega-Texas)
dianewaggoner@cox.net 512.763.1570 www.austinareaalphaphi.org AUSTIN IVY CONNECTION, TEXAS Sisters held a cookie decorating party and delivered the baked goods to Texas (Omega) collegians during formal recruitment. Alumnae also attended their first tailgating party at a university football game, joined the Austin traditional group to celebrate Founders’ Day and enjoyed monthly happy hours. -Jennifer Monk (Omega-Texas)
AUSTIN IVY CONNECTION CONTACT: Crystal Glass DuFrene (Omega-Texas) hotsaucemg@yahoo.com 210.643.0215 www.austinareaalphaphi.org
FAR NORTH DALLAS, TEXAS Sisters celebrated Founders’ Day at the Veranda Tea Garden and held their third annual Texas Hold ’Em poker tournament to benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation. Ivy circle members enjoyed a happy hour, and Moms and Tots visited the Dallas Zoo. Beth McCorkle Barron (Omega-Texas) hosted the chapter holiday party, and Karla Hardy Allford (Gamma OmegaMidwestern State) hosted a Fraternity Fun party. -Kim Neal Harlow (Omega-Texas)
CHARLOTTE SISTERS CELEBRATE FOUNDERS’ DAY More than 50 Charlotte, N.C., alumnae enjoy a Founders’ Day celebration and new member luncheon at Maggiano’s Little Italy restaurant.
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FAR NORTH DALLAS CONTACT: Jessica Warchol (Gamma OmegaMidwestern State) jess@alumnae.alphaphi.org 817.917.5377 www.fndaphis.org FORT WORTH, TEXAS A chapter meeting at Barbara Waldron Jiongo’s (Zeta Nu-Texas Christian) home included food and wine provided by Sharon Siegmund Horn (OmegaTexas) and Amanda Brooks (Omega-Texas) and singing by Judy Kay Schmidt Mead (Delta GammaNorthern Colorado). Susan Young Boysen (IotaWisconsin) hosted a Founders’ Day luncheon. -Nadine Troll Parsons (Zeta Nu-Texas Christian)
FORT WORTH CONTACT: Denise Collins (Omega-Texas) stooks@charter.net 817.731.1771 www.angelfire.com/tx4/aphi/ HOUSTON, TEXAS Local alumnae enjoyed a Founders’ Day luncheon coordinated by Linda Schraub Ray (Omega-Texas). Fifty-year anniversary pins were presented to Janeil Hooten Bernard (Omega-Texas), Ruth Wohman Gerum (Gamma Lambda-Houston) and Rosalie Cesare Ippoliti (Gamma Nu-Miami University) during the event. Sisters also held an annual holiday party. -Sally Anne Schmidt Gutting (Zeta Omicron deuteronJohns Hopkins)
HOUSTON CONTACT: Sally Anne Gutting
sallya@rice.edu 713.723.2272 www.houston-alphaphi.org
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(From top left, clockwise) Mary Gourlie Moreno, Donna McClure Fouts (both Delta Kappa-Wisconsin/LaCrosse) and Jacque Thomas Law (Lambda-UC/Berkeley) present Christine Matsuda with the Leona Ames scholarship.
Girl Scout Troop 13054 helps Northwest Houston alumnae collect more than 250 stuffed animals for the Harris County Precinct 4 Constables Office.
Sisters enjoy a Founders’ Day luncheon.
NORTHWEST HOUSTON, TEXAS Alumnae partnered with a local Girl Scout troop for their Snug Hugs project that collected more than 250 stuffed animals for donation to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constables Office. The chapter enjoyed a Founders’ Day dinner and an annual holiday AdoptA-Family event. Other socials include jewelry making, a Bordeaux Beaux wine tasting and a spring fundraiser to support Texas collegiate chapters during recruitment. -Jennifer Hoemig Merkel (Zeta Mu-Colorado State)
NORTHWEST HOUSTON CONTACT: Kayla Griffith Towle (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech) kaylatowle@alumnae.alphaphi.org 713.896.9983 SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS Alumnae enjoyed a Founders’ Day luncheon and recognized Ferol Fisher Senter (Beta Phi-Whitman) and Rita Rich Browning’s (Omega-Texas) 50-year membership anniversaries. Other events included an annual ornament exchange at Susan Talbot Neely’s (Epsilon Omega-Texas A&M) home and a lollipop party at Cammie Arnold Todd’s (Gamma OmegaMidwestern State) home. The chapter is forming an ivy circle group. -Judy Noris Allan (Epsilon Tau-Louisiana State/Shreveport)
SAN ANTONIO CONTACT: Dora “D.J.” Johnson (Omega-Texas) Djj1224@aol.com 210.495.3782 www.ibalphaphi.org/alchapter.htm WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS About 80 sisters traveled to the chapter’s reunion weekend which included a meet-and-greet and a luncheon at the Women’s Forum, a welcome back dinner and an introduction to new chapter board members. -Jennifer Tansey (Gamma Omega-Midwestern State)
WICHITA FALLS CONTACT: Penney Perkins Denman (Gamma OmegaMidwestern State) patm@priddyfdn.org 940.696.2388
Southeast Region DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. Sisters celebrated Founders’ Day at the Ormond Heritage condo. They helped raise funds for Sarah Wood Ballew (Delta Chi-William Woods) and Lorilyn Hamlin-Prioletti (Delta Eta-Adrian) in support of the American Heart Association ® and breast cancer awareness efforts. Upcoming events include a Feb. 3 meeting at Angell & Phelps and an outing to the Halifax River Yacht Club on May 12. -Linda Lampman Foreman (Pi- North Dakota)
OHIO ALUMNAE GATHER AT FOUNDER’S GRAVE Akron-Canton, Ohio, alumnae and Akron (Eta Gamma) collegians gather at the burial site of Founder Elizabeth Grace Hubbell Shultz (AlphaSyracuse) on Founders’ Day.
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DAYTONA BEACH CONTACT: Linda Foreman
lindaforeman@bellsouth.net 386.671.0446 JACKSONVILLE FIRST COAST, FLA. Alumnae enjoyed a family cookout hosted by Melanie White Cabiness (Epsilon Phi deuteron-NC State), attended a wine tasting social and celebrated Founders’ Day with a rose ceremony and lunch. -Dawn Inglis Montgomery (Zeta Iota-Virginia)
JACKSONVILLE FIRST COAST CONTACT: Kathy Lechner (Alpha Lambda-Alumna Initiate) epictt@aol.com 904.771.0224 www.geocities.com/jax_alphaphi SARASOTA/MANATEE, FLA. Alumnae met for a luncheon at Marina Jack’s restaurant and celebrated Founders’ Day. -Marcy Gilliland O’Connor (Beta Beta-Michigan State)
SARASOTA/MANATEE CONTACT: Jean West-Walker (Beta Chi-Bucknell) jwestwalker@msn.com 941.493.3746 SOUTHEAST FLORIDA/FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. Sisters celebrated Founders’ Day at a local restaurant and participated in a basket raffle that benefited the Alpha Phi Foundation. -Michelle Rand Morse (Alpha-Syracuse)
SOUTHEAST FLORIDA/FORT LAUDERDALE CONTACT: Susie Ferrara Turmes (Beta Tau-Indiana) susieturmes@yahoo.com 954.723.0682 TAMPA BAY, FLA. The chapter enjoyed lunch at Panera Bread.® They celebrated Founders’ Day with Florida Tech (Theta Omega) collegians and donated items to the chapter house. Sisters honored 50-year members Judy Holt Studebaker (Omega-Texas), Grace Martin Palsha
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Alumnae enjoy a Founders’ Day luncheon.
Alumnae celebrate Founders’ Day with a rose ceremony and lunch.
Sisters enjoy an end-of-year meeting.
Angie Guidry, left, and Sara Cornille (both Delta Rho-Ball State) create works of art at a local pottery studio.
(Beta Omega-Kent State), Jane Lyon Schafer (Nu-Nebraska) and Nora Volkman Pogorgelski (Iota-Wisconsin). Sandy Willis Donelan (Delta ZetaMaryland) was named Tampa Bay Woman of the Year. -Helenanne Ellis Frobose (Beta Omicron-Bowling Green State)
TAMPA BAY CONTACT: Caryl Frauenhoff Rohol (Gamma-DePauw)
crohol@hotmail.com 727.577.1214 GREENVILLE, N.C. Sisters enjoyed a Founders’ Day luncheon with East Carolina (Delta Alpha) collegians, attended a philanthropy Bunko night and hosted a holiday dinner for Delta Alpha sisters. Members will attend an American Heart Association ® Go Red for Women community luncheon and discussion in February. -Gail Burton Joyner (Delta Alpha-East Carolina)
GREENVILLE CONTACT: Gail Joyner
earmom@yahoo.com 252.756.0501 RICHMOND/CENTRAL VIRGINIA The chapter attended Fridays on the Patio at the James River Wine Cellars, where Patricia Alley Wohlford (Epsilon Epsilon-Longwood) works as a volunteer. Members met with Charlotte, N.C., alumnae for a picnic dinner and an evening of music. Other events included the summer restaurant series, the annual fall yard sale fundraiser and a Longaberger ® Basket fundraiser party hosted by Carrie Buckle Moore (Gamma Sigma-Wisconsin/Stout). -Krissie Gatti (Eta Pi-Richmond)
RICHMOND/CENTRAL VIRGINIA CONTACT: Krissie Gatti
alumni@richmondalphaphi.com 804.706.1329 www.richmondalphaphi.com
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Southwest Region PHOENIX, ARIZ. Sisters celebrated Founders’ Day with member anniversary recognitions and a silent auction for the Alpha Phi Foundation. The chapter prepared care packages for Arizona State (Gamma Pi) collegians during finals week and helped the collegiate chapter raise more than $11,000 with its third annual Cardiac Care Gala to benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation. -Maryellen Ohrnberger-Alper (Theta EpsilonSUNY/Buffalo)
PHOENIX CONTACT: Sara Keltner Ellis (Omicron-Missouri) SaraEE@alumnae.alphaphi.org 480.706.0313 www.phoenixalphaphis.com
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Alumnae held a summer party for local collegians at Marilyn Berg Heyward’s (Upsilon-Washburn) home. Sisters visited Rachel’s Courtyard, the chapter’s project at Presbyterian Hospital. Other events included a monthly lunch bunch, movie outings, bridge gatherings and book club meetings. -Judy Giudice Tull (Omega-Texas)
ALBUQUERQUE CONTACT: Jo Fox Pendery (Rho-Ohio State) mpendery01@msn.com 505.256.1837 CHICAGO ALUMNAE SUPPORT SISTER’S BOOK SIGNING Chicago Northwest Suburban, Ill., alumnae host Julie Stonebraker Stone’s (Delta Epsilon-Iowa) book signing of her debut novel, These Darn Heels. Becky Knowles Greenbury (Delta Epsilon-Iowa) hosted the event.
LOS ANGELES, CALIF. Sisters enjoyed an evening at Color Me Mine paintyour-own-pottery studio, helped UCLA (Beta Delta) collegians with mock recruitment and celebrated Founders’ Day with Southern California area collegians. -Mary Ann Bailey (Eta Kappa-UC/Irvine)
LOS ANGELES CONTACT: Yvette Monus McFerson (Beta Delta-UCLA) tymcf1@hotmail.com 310.398.8580 DENVER, COLO. Sisters attended a Colorado Rockies baseball game and enjoyed a Welcome Back Picnic on a Stick meeting and a chili cook-off. They celebrated Founders’ Day with Colorado School of Mines (Iota Zeta) collegians. Alumnae also hosted an annual charity auction and holiday party. Members continue to enjoy satellite groups: Bunko club, Phi Moms and ivy circle. -Audrey Dessauer (Zeta Pi-Case Western Reserve)
DENVER CONTACT: Renee Verspoor (Zeta Iota-Virginia) president@denverphis.org 303.623.3786 www.denverphis.org
Upper Midwest ONTARIO SOUTH IVY CONNECTION, CANADA Members moved their Phi’t during the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada’s Walk for Heart and raised almost $2,000 for the cause. They attended the 100 Years in Canada Gala in Toronto and assisted Wilfrid Laurier (Iota Theta), Western Ontario (Theta Eta)
and Toronto (Xi) collegians during recruitment. The chapter also said goodbye to President Ashley Haugh (Xi-Toronto), who moved during the summer. -Alison Nash (Xi-Toronto) and Lauren Doherty (Eta Chi-Bishop’s)
ONTARIO SOUTH IVY CONNECTION CONTACT: Alison Nash
alisonnash@alumnae.alphaphi.org 416.223.5406
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Members help in the kitchen during Xi chapter’s formal recruitment.
Sisters enjoy a tour of Lynn Pasheilich’s new home.
QUEBEC, CANADA Alumnae enjoyed a Founders’ Day tea hosted by Bryna Dickson (Eta Chi-Bishop’s). The chapter also gathered for a holiday dinner. -Claire Mysak (Eta Chi-Bishop’s)
QUEBEC CONTACT: Cindy Auger (Eta Chi-Bishop’s) cindyauger@alumnae.alphaphi.org 418.887.6346 ASHLAND, OHIO Members participated in wine tastings and toured the new homes of Jan Brinker Schaeffer (Beta Omicron-Bowling Green State) and Lynn Smith Pasheilich (Delta ChiWilliams Woods). Sisters celebrated Founders’ Day with Cleveland East alumnae. -Debby Bryden Gray (Epsilon Alpha-Ashland)
ASHLAND CONTACT: Taryn Gallik Stover (Epsilon AlphaAshland) tgallik@richnet.net 419.756.4133
CLEVELAND EAST SIDE, OHIO Three sisters participated in the American Heart Association ® Heart Walk. The chapter enjoyed a potluck supper at Marilyn Gualtier Sanner’s (Zeta Pi-Case Western Reserve) home. Alumnae celebrated Founders’ Day with brunch and a rose ceremony led by Upper Midwest Team Regional Manager Jan Brinker Schaeffer (Beta Omicron-Bowling Green State). Linda Abraham-Silver (Beta Pi-USC), president and executive director of Great Lakes Science Center, was the featured speaker. Other events included the chapter’s annual auction. -Nora Davis Kieser (Beta Omega-Kent State)
CLEVELAND EAST SIDE CONTACT: Jamie Krovontka (Epsilon Iota-Duquesne) Eddie117@hotmail.com 440.823.4499
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Congratulations to the following chapter for recently receiving its charter! Greater Puget Sound Alumnae Chapter Chartered: September 19, 2006 Chapter President: Lori Lyman Losee (Beta Rho deuteron-Washington State) E-mail: Lorilosee@comcast.net
Alpha Phi International is excited to announce alumnae chapters and ivy connections are forming in the following areas: Alumnae Chapters (alumnae of all ages) California Napa Canada Ottawa-Gatineau Georgia Savannah Illinois Peoria Iowa Cedar Rapids, Davenport Maryland Frederick Michigan Detroit North Missouri Columbia, Jefferson City New Jersey Central New Jersey New York Nassau County, Suffolk County Nevada Reno Oklahoma Norman Texas Greenville Ivy Connections (alumnae 10 years out of college and younger) Michigan Saginaw Virginia Virginia Peninsula Please contact Alissa Meyer Milito (Zeta Xi-Elmhurst) at amilito@alphaphi.org if you are interested in getting involved with any of these chapters or starting a chapter in your area.
ATTENTION ALL MEMBERS INITIATED IN 1998 THROUGH THE PRESENT DAY!
Columbus, Ohio, alumnae and Ohio State (Rho) collegians celebrate Founders’ Day.
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Alpha Phi International began converting to a new member database on Jan. 2, 2007. The ID number originally assigned to you was automatically generated by our former system and has no relationship to your initiating chapter. As a result of our new database, Alpha Phi International will reassign your ID number to one that relates to your initiating chapter. You will be notified of your new ID number in the Spring 2007 Quarterly as well as in other forms of communication. If you have any questions, please contact Cindy Erwin at cerwin@alphaphi.org or 847.316.8925.
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Making Work a Healthier Place By Cynthia Krainin (Delta Upsilon-Baldwin-Wallace)
Most people describe their companies as dysfunctional families, some worse than others. Each has its own culture, values and communication styles. With the pace of work and expectations growing, it is imperative that you protect yourself from the “ill” effects that can come from your job. It is not just about stress reduction. It is about respecting yourself as well as using the workplace to build yourself up rather than letting it get to you. Following are a few of my favorite techniques to improve the quality of your workday. Do you come home from work in a vegetative state, drained and unable to function? When you use skills and perform tasks you are good at and enjoy, you find yourself being energized and motivated to keep going, many times losing track of time. When you use skills or perform tasks you are good at, but do not like doing, you get burned out. Sharon is extremely accurate at bookkeeping, but hates it. She does fine for the first 10 minutes, and then the task quickly becomes “distasteful.” Soon resentment sets in, followed by anger, and the project goes on with a seething undercurrent. This slow burn zaps all of her energy and she becomes drained. When you are good at something you expect yourself to do it easily. That expectation combined with your dislike of the task causes burnout. WINTER 2007
Once you identify what you are good at but do not like to do, find a way to reduce it to no more than five percent of your work week. Even better, give the task to someone else who enjoys it. There is bound to be a task your co-worker would love to exchange. It’s a win-win situation, and you become a hero because everyone is happier at work! What can you do when you are asked to take on another project/task, and you already feel like you are drowning in work? Tactfully set limits and boundaries. One response: “I would be happy to produce that report. My plate is full. What project or tasks would you like me to take off my plate to make room for the report?” Hold your ground. Do not allow anything else on your plate without removing something first. Using repetitive, mindless work as an opportunity for upliftment. Choose a word, phrase or memory that puts a smile on your face. One client adores when her niece, in her threeyear-old voice, calls, “Auntie Jane,” so she chose that phrase. Betsy’s face lights up every time she thinks about the coast. She chose the phrase “rolling ocean waves.” Another chose “I honor God within me.”
“You have the ability to improve the quality of your work experience.”
While collating a report, for example, with every piece of paper you pick up, say your phrase and let yourself enjoy the image or feeling it evokes. Repeat your phrase with each sheet and/or staple. Depending on the size of the report, you could be feeling uplifted, happy or even blissful! Periodically remind yourself of your rights as an employee. The following is an excerpt from “Your Bill of Rights for Work and Career,” which is found in a book I co-authored entitled Thriving At Work: A Guidebook for Survivors of Childhood Abuse. • I have the right to be seen, listened to and valued at the workplace. • I have the right to receive training to do my job competently. • I have the right to discuss concerns I have without being dismissed or be in fear that it will come back to hurt me.
work or responsibility and ability to move to the next level, supported by documentation I provide. • I have a right to change careers as I discover new things about myself. • I have the right to express all of who I am in the workplace and my career. You have the ability to improve the quality of your work experience. All that is needed is some creativity and continuity. If you respect yourself and your rights, others will too. Cynthia Krainin is a certified professional résumé writer, job and career transition coach and employment interview coach, teacher, lecturer and co-author of the book Thriving at Work: A Guidebook for Survivors of Childhood Abuse. As president of Career Resources in Brookline, Ma., she has made the process of changing jobs easier, more effective and less stressful for clients around the globe since 1982. Contact Cynthia at career_resources@verizon.net or 617.732.1200.
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Dear Sisters, We are pleased to present the 2006 Annual Report. This report serves as a summary of Fraternity developments for the fiscal year ending on June 30, 2006. The International Executive Board (IEB) commends the Executive Office (EO) staff and our dedicated volunteers for the considerable number of achievements that occurred in FY 2006. Alpha Phi remains at the forefront in many areas because of their contributions. Alpha Phi’s Strategic Plan, first adopted in 1997, underwent significant revision in spring 2006. This revised version of the Strategic Plan was presented during Convention in Orlando on July 1, 2006. Fiscal year 2007
the biennium by creating new Web-based resources for alumnae in the areas of etiquette and workplace education as well as creating the Alpha Phi for a Lifetime Checklist. The alumnae department also conducted a wide-ranging survey of alumnae, and the esults will guide the efforts of the AMSC through this coming biennium. The Online Community continues to be extremely popular with the alumnae membership evidenced by the more than 10,000 registered members.
will reflect the Fraternity’s work on the goals outlined in this document. In order to fulfill the Strategic Plan’s priorities, the IEB and staff will regularly review and revise the rolling five-year plan, which is a blueprint for the strategic allocation of human and financial resources. All of us on the IEB are committed to ensuring that Alpha Phi continues to grow and strengthen her membership. Thanks for all that you have done to assist the Fraternity in this endeavor. Our success depends upon your ongoing support! If you have questions regarding the Annual Report, please feel free to send us an e-mail at IEBQuestions@alphaphi.org. Loyally, 2006-08 International Executive Board
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Alpha Phi reported continuing growth and improved strength in collegiate membership, 143 chapters strong. For the 2005-06 school year, we initiated 4,200 new members. Our chapters benefit every day from the support of our eight regional teams and from their local advisers who give so generously of their time. Our chapters also received the benefit of visits from our seven educational leadership consultants. We are pleased that a significant number of our chapters and members were recognized on their own campuses for outstanding leadership, scholarship and service activities.
In FY ’06, almost 6,000 alumnae paid International alumnae dues. Monies received funded a variety of Fraternity support, including the colonization of 10 new alumnae chapters. The alumnae department introduced the Alumnae Advantage Program during this time frame, and more than 1,700 women took advantage of the opportunity. The department once again sent out the 16-page Transitions: The Magazine for Alpha Phi’s Newest Alumnae to more than 3,000 graduating seniors. Transitions included information about transitioning into the work place, how to stay involved with Alpha Phi as an alumna and news about the Alpha Phi Foundation. The alumnae membership strategy committee (AMSC) completed its work for
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More than 500 people attended Convention 2006 in Orlando, Fla., in June. The Fraternity offered specialized training for our volunteers in conjunction with Convention. Chapter Adviser Academy, Rush University and Alumnae Chapter College provided training for more than 250 volunteers. As a result, chapter and recruitment advisers have the tools to strengthen and improve their chapters, and alumnae chapter presidents are able to implement changes and programs at the local level. The outcome of this specialized training has been a significant increase in the strength of our collegiate and alumnae chapters. Regional Conferences provided training for more than 1,000 collegiate and alumnae volunteers. Seventeen audio conferences provided training to new chapter advisers, and 16 roundtable audio conferences provided opportunities for discussion and questions to chapter advisers, alumnae and collegiate chapter officers. In keeping with the Fraternity’s mission of cultivating leadership, the chapterbased portion of the Foundation-funded Alpha Phi Leadership Initiative was piloted by nine collegiate chapters and alumnae facilitators in the spring. It was introduced and explained to collegians and chapter advisers at Convention for fall implementation with all collegiate chapters. Development of the Emerging Leaders Institute portion was initiated in the spring and is targeted for implementation in summer 2007.
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Alpha Phi Fraternity 2006 Annual Report With a grant from the Alpha Phi Foundation, a DVD was produced that captured the Fraternity’s rich history through the eyes of three of our living past presidents. This history in their own words was shared with Convention participants. Another three past presidents were interviewed in a group setting this past spring as part of the heritage video project. The remaining two will be interviewed in the future. ■ Communications
The Alpha Phi Web site redesign, launched in August 2005, was recognized with a 2006 The Communicator Award for outstanding work in the communication field. The Alpha Phi Quarterly was recognized with a 2006 College Fraternity Editors Association/North American Interfraternal Foundation Award of Excellence for cover design. The magazine is an Award of Distinction winner in The Communicator Awards Print Media competition for the fifth year in a row. For a third year in a row, the Quarterly received an APEX (Awards for Publication Excellence) Award of Excellence. The Quarterly began preparation for its Fall 2007 redesign by launching a reader survey in September. The survey was promoted in several Executive Office e-newsletters, online at www.alphaphi.org and in the Fall 2006 Quarterly that mailed to more than 110,000 sisters. The results of this survey will help shape the future of the Quarterly. A communications internship program was introduced in FY ’05 and continues to provide the opportunity for collegians to gain professional experience in magazine publication and public relations.
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Jacklyn DeMarco (Beta-Northwestern) participated in the communications internship program during the 2006 winter academic term. She also worked part-time during the spring to assist the alumnae and training, development and communications departments. ■ Marketing and Extension
In the first full fiscal year for this department, attention was paid to marketing our organization to nonmembers, specifically potential members and parents of our members. A new section of the Alpha Phi Web site was ■ Volunteer Generosity launched for potential new members and This year represented a watershed in their parents. At Regional Conferences in volunteer involvement, with more than February 2006, a Parent Relations Guide 1,140 distinct volunteer opportunities was introduced to assist our chapters in in the Fraternity. The generosity of our organizing communication and events with volunteers propelled a variety of goals the parents of their members. forward in the organization. In recognition Spring 2006 brought an invitation of those members who advise collegiate to colonize at Dartmouth College in and alumnae chapters every day; who have Hanover, N.H., and the Fraternity was helped shape the upcoming Leadership able to immediately recruit on campus. Initiative through content testing and Preliminary plans were developed for a review, facilitation or preparing to fall 2006 return to the Eta Xi chapter facilitate; who participate or support at the University of North Carolina/ regional or chapter based teams; who cared Wilmington following the chapter’s for the properties that shelter our collegiate 18-month suspension for behavior members; who were wise facilitators of inconsistent with our values. The efforts other forms of education; who have of staff and countless volunteers were also traveled to recruit or participate in an focused on our return to the University of extension presentation; who have fired up 11% Oklahoma. This team worked diligently to new colonies; who have contributed to 4% plan a cardiac care week, team board, NPC and staff committees … 2006 summit, Operating Expense Analysis housing renovations and colonization the greatest of thanks on behalf of the Fraternity Activities Publications and Communications events. organization. 18% Convention and Regional Conferences Property Management
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Fraternity’s $406,000 increase in net assets was the result of both efficient operations and a well-performing investment portfolio. The operating surplus of more than $50,000 will be transferred to our investment portfolio. The Fraternity’s five-year plan continues to provide additional guidance and framework to ensure the Fraternity has sufficient funds for all of its strategic initiatives. We are looking forward to a significant database conversion in the winter of 2007 that will allow for improved system operations and greater efficiency and stability.
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Foundation Awards $50,000 Cardiac Care Grant to Go Red for Women Team The Alpha Phi Foundation is proud to announce the winner of its $50,000 Cardiac Care Award grant: the San Diego affiliate of the American Heart Association ® and its Go Red for Women campaign. The grant will support a year-long series of educational Women in Health events designed to teach women how to incorporate healthy behaviors, like proper nutrition and exercise, into their lifestyles. “The seventh annual Go Red for Women luncheon is the highlight of the year,” Event Chairman Dr. Sally Ann Zoll says. “This February, more than 800 women dressed in red will descend on the Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego for a day-long event.” She continues, “We encourage mothers, daughters and grandmothers to attend the luncheon together to learn about prevention, risk factors and warning signs of cardiovascular diseases – the #1 killer of women in the United States.” According to the American Heart Association’s ® Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics – 2005 Update, only 13 percent of women consider heart disease their greatest health risk. “It is our hope,” says Zoll, “that each year we will multiply the number of people in the community who learn that no disease – not even cancer – claims as many women’s lives as heart disease.” “We couldn’t have asked for a better partner [in Alpha Phi] to collaborate with to move our mission forward,” says Dr. Robert Stein, AHA board of directors president. “We are thrilled to be working with an active, engaged group of women who
“It is our hope that each year we will multiply the number of people in the community who learn that no disease – not even cancer – claims as many women’s lives as heart disease.”
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have mothers, daughters, grandmothers, sisters and friends who need to know more about cardiac care so they can take action in their own lives to maintain a healthy heart.” All proceeds from the Go Red for Women luncheon will fund life-saving research and educational programs of the American Heart Association.® The 2006 event drew nearly 700 people and netted more than $210,000 for heart disease and stroke research. “If this year’s event is anywhere near as successful, we’ll be able to more than triple Alpha Phi Foundation’s contribution that supports research and education for women,” says Zoll. This year’s Cardiac Care Award winner was nominated by Celia Sepulveda (Eta Kappa-UC/ Irvine), a volunteer with the San Diego American Heart Association.® She says the partnership between Alpha Phi and the American Heart Association® is “a no-brainer.” “Involving the local collegians in events like this will make a lasting impression on their lives, as Alpha Phi did for me as a college student almost 20 years ago,” says Celia. “Now, as an alumna, I’m volunteering for one of the nation’s top cardiac care non-profits. I introduced the San Diego affiliate of AHA to the Alpha Phi Foundation in order to strengthen a perfect partnership.” Collegiate chapters, alumnae chapters or individual Alpha Phis may nominate a qualifying medical institution, research or education program for the Alpha Phi Foundation Cardiac Care Award. For more information or for an application, contact Coordinator of Programs and Chapter Development Patricia Waddell at 847.316.8947 or pwaddell@alphaphi.org. The deadline is April 1, 2007.
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Heartfelt Congratulations to the Foundation’s Scholarship Recipients Each year the Alpha Phi Foundation awards thousands of dollars in academic scholarships to collegiate and alumnae members who are dedicated to superior scholarship. Congratulations to the 25 graduate and 32 undergraduate winners for the 2006-07 school year. The Foundation is proud to grant a total of more than $150,000 in scholarships to these outstanding women. GRADUATE RECIPIENTS Beta-Northwestern Karen Goff John R. and Cecile D. Richards and Foundation Scholarships Gamma-DePauw Natalie Dressel Octavia Born Brooks Memorial Scholarship Nu-Nebraska Rachel Battiato Foundation Scholarship Sigma-Washington Alisa Brandle Sigma and Foundation Scholarships Lisa Kledzik Jeanette Colton Killian Scholarship Psi-South Dakota Genevieve Evans Taylor Marilyn Bracken Ruckman and Foundation Scholarships Sara Peterson Nancy Pitchforth Patton and Foundation Scholarships
Beta Upsilon-Oregon State Megan Riegler Doris Corbett Scholarship
Emily Reinhart Zeta Upsilon 20th Anniversary and Foundation Scholarships
Beta Psi-San Jose State Kary Huffman Doris Corbett Scholarship
Eta Iota-Pennsylvania Stephanie Cohen Eloise Howell Scholarship
Gamma Iota-Texas Tech Amy Latham Sally Mitchell Milam Scholarship
Eta Omicron-Virginia Tech Jennifer Scott Anne Williams Muhl and Foundation Scholarships
Delta XiNebraska/Kearney *Molly Lungrin Toni Soreng Cobb and Foundation Scholarships Amy Williams John and Sharon Spraker Barnes and Foundation Scholarships Epsilon Alpha-Ashland Laurel Wirtanen Clara Bradley Burdette and Foundation Scholarships Epsilon Beta-Butler Angela Bong Eloise Howell Scholarship
Beta Delta-UCLA Noelle Formosa Margaret Beery Doe Scholarship
Zeta Omicron deuteronJohns Hopkins Jennifer Heckman Linda Trinh Memorial and Foundation Scholarships
Beta Epsilon-Arizona Courtney Cooper Edwynne C. Rosenbaum, Madge H. Lesher and Foundation Scholarships
Zeta Pi-Case Western Reserve Calli Vance Ruth Crellin Boutwell Scholarship
Beta Rho deuteronWashington State Michelle Wells Doris Corbett Scholarship
Zeta UpsilonWashington University Meghan Lyman Zeta Upsilon 20th Anniversary and Foundation Scholarships
Eta Chi-Bishop’s Hendrikje Zwaneveld Canadian Centennial and Foundation Scholarships
Lambda-UC/Berkeley Jennifer Hong Lambda 100th Year Anniversary and Foundation Scholarships Olivia Lustro Lambda 100th Year Anniversary and Foundation Scholarships Omicron-Missouri Emily Kinder Ruth Woods Memorial Scholarship Rho-Ohio State Elizabeth Schlarb Diane Keenum Hite and Foundation Scholarships
Theta Nu-Appalachian State Melissa Deere Mary Miller Lyons Scholarship
Sigma-Washington Mallory Berschauer Ruth Allingham Soriano and Foundation Scholarships
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Upsilon-Washburn Barbara Volk Foundation Scholarship
Alpha-Syracuse Katie Morris Betty Mullins Jones Scholarship
Elizabeth Volk Marjorie V. Dove and Kathleen Feeney Hiemstra Scholarships
Gamma-DePauw Mary Beth Robinson Mary E. Hovis Memorial, Betty Van Ness Bresnahan Memorial and Foundation Scholarships
Psi-South Dakota Rebecca Bonnichsen Constance Purkiss Kelly and Foundation Scholarships
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Allison Evans Martha Jarvis Sutton and Foundation Scholarships Iota-Wisconsin Elizabeth Willis Foundation Scholarship
Kristen Guinan Mabel Cowlishaw Siggins and Foundation Scholarships Omega-Texas Kallise Fiorillo Sally Mitchell Milam, Darcel Atwill Weller, Buster Homburg and Foundation Scholarships
Beta Alpha-Illinois Michelle Misichko Kristy Burgener Memorial Scholarship Beta Beta-Michigan State Amanda Grant Beta Beta Chapter Scholarship Eliza Langdon Class of ‘63 40th Anniversary Scholarship Beta Delta-UCLA Erin Connolly Beta Delta and Foundation Scholarships Beta Epsilon-Arizona Courtney Ellis Maxine English Memorial and Foundation Scholarships Beta Nu deuteron-Duke Hali Cooperman-Dix Susan Hausman Brunner and Foundation Scholarships Beta Pi-USC Christine Matsuda Jennifer Lynne Brooks Memorial and Foundation Scholarships Beta Tau-Indiana Katherine Thompson Joan Merritt Holmes Scholarship Gamma Iota-Texas Tech Andrea Gage Foundation Scholarship Gamma Pi-Arizona Amanda Worthy Vicki Silverman Memorial Scholarship
Delta GammaNorthern Colorado Jessica Fleenor Rachaell Fitt Memorial Scholarship Delta Delta-Oklahoma City Megan Griffin Mary Yearsley Scholarship Delta Epsilon-Iowa Kelsey Darden Frances Cameron Wiig and Foundation Scholarships Epsilon Rho-UC/Davis Brianna Haag Carol Klink Claussen Scholarship Zeta Alpha-Eastern Illinois *Nicole Wroblewski Mabel Cooper Lamb and Foundation Scholarships Eta Lambda-George Mason Bethany Shaffner Betty Mullins Jones Scholarship Theta Nu-Appalachian State Keisha Gordon Meredith McCallister and Foundation Scholarships Iota Iota-George Washington Rachel Truax Edie L. Schrager Memorial and Foundation Scholarships *Top Recipient - $10,000
Scholarship recipients are selected from a highly competitive pool of graduate and undergraduate applicants from across the United States and Canada. The Foundation’s scholarship committee selects recipients based on scholastic record, essays, service to Alpha Phi and the community, campus involvement and alumnae recommendations. Scholarship applications for the 2007-08 academic year are due March 15, 2007. Contact Foundation Coordinator of Programs and Chapter Development Patricia Waddell (Eta Mu-Marquette) at 847.316.8947 or pwaddell@alphaphi.org for an application and more information.
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Alpha Phi Returns to the University of North Carolina/Wilmington November 2004 was a challenging time for the membership of Eta Xi chapter. The chapter went from preparing to initiate its new members to being suspended until fall 2006. Following a thorough investigation, the decision of a few members to hold an inappropriate new member activity led to the heartbreak of the entire sisterhood when the University of North Carolina/ Wilmington and Alpha Phi suspended the chapter. In the months that followed the suspension, confusion and frustration turned into hope. In the spring of 2006, Team UNCW was created to prepare for a new beginning for Eta Xi chapter. The team is led by Erin Berry (Eta LambdaGeorge Mason) and Jennifer Allen Wassum (Zeta Iota deuteron-Virginia). Educational Leadership Consultant Heather Pollock (Theta Nu-Appalachian State) will reside in Wilmington, N.C., throughout the 2006-07 academic year to provide support to the revitalized chapter.
Heather’s presence serves to set a standard for Alpha Phi behavior and to develop a new member program that follows the Prelude and our Fraternity’s values. In September 2006, the suspension of the chapter was lifted and the opportunity to pledge new members for the first time since 2004 was permitted. Prior to an Alpha Phi-only recruitment period, individual meetings were held with undergraduate Alpha Phis still on campus. Through these meetings, expectations of membership were created and excitement for the impending return increased. The recruitment events to reintroduce the campus to Alpha Phi were an incredible success. The turnout at the events exceeded our expectations, and we are proud to say that Alpha Phi has returned to campus with a chapter at competitive size and with a membership that will make an impact in our organization and on campus. The new members of Eta Xi are involved, accomplished and poised
Susan Zabriskie, left, presents the chapter’s charter to President Maggie Smoak (Eta Xi-UNC/Wilmington).
Alpha Phi welcomes Eta Xi sisters.
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for great things! These are women who understand the importance of Alpha Phi today and Alpha Phi for a lifetime. On Nov. 4, 2006, these women were formally welcomed into our sisterhood through the initiation ceremony. Fraternity Executive Director Susan Zabriskie (Theta-Michigan) presided over the weekend festivities. Local and UNC/ Wilmington alumnae were on hand to witness the commemoration of the chapter’s full reinstatement. Special thanks to members of Team UNCW: Leigh Ellen Lybrand (Zeta Iota deuteronVirginia), Peg DeChant Thornburg (Beta Omega-Kent State), Kristi Ramsburg (Eta Xi-UNC/Wilmington), Taylor Bode (Eta Xi-UNC/Wilmington), Brooke Harrison (Eta Xi-UNC/ Wilmington), Ann Thorne (Zeta Iota deuteron-Virginia) and Jennifer Brett (Eta Xi-UNC/Wilmington).
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Alpha Phi Returns to Oklahoma Alpha Phi’s return to the University of Oklahoma is in full swing! During the current semester, the colony has pledged more than 100 women and has begun to make its mark on the OU campus. Members are involved in campus activities and made their Homecoming debut during the fall. They took first place with their pairing of Chi Omega Sorority and Brothers Under Christ Fraternity. In early November, they held a colony retreat and their first elections. The OU colony has been supported by a wonderful team of local and national alumnae, led by Renee Smith Zimmerman Zainer (Beta Epsilon-Arizona), and the colony members have benefited from the on-site guidance of Educational Leadership Consultant Laura Keene (Beta Gamma-Colorado). Additional information on the Oklahoma Colony will appear in the Spring 2007 Quarterly. Welcome to new members at Oklahoma.
Congratulations Honor Society Inductees The following women were inducted into Order of Omega, Gamma Sigma Alpha and Rho Lambda honor societies during the 2005-06 school year. Order of Omega Akron (Eta Gamma) Jenna Wagner Appalachian State (Theta Nu) Amy Courtney Keisha Gordon Arizona (Beta Epsilon) Erin Hertzog Amanda Siembiecla Baldwin-Wallace (Delta Upsilon) Melissa Larsen Ball State (Delta Rho) Elizabeth M. Baker Boston (Eta deuteron) Alyssa Albert Aryn Dimas Lisa Domitrovits Hilary Junk Melissa Palozola Laura Royce Jessica Scott
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Bowling Green State (Beta Omicron) Kelly Clarson British Columbia (Beta Theta) Molly Moriarty Frances Simpson Butler (Epsilon Beta) Katie Terrell Jessie Wiley CSU/Chico (Theta Upsilon) Angela Antonia Megan Fischbein Nicolle Howard Alana King Kelly McCaffrey Kristen Palma Nicole Panning Brittany Spencer Ashley Wallace CSU/Long Beach (Gamma Kappa) Aarika Baker Roberta Berredo Heather Brown Lizette Mazon
CSU/San Bernardino (Eta Beta) Lauren M. Alfan Monica Baeza Crystal Crawford Micaela Hinojosa Casie Lynn Long Danielle Marganoff Heather Valentine Kim White Sarah Woody Central Missouri (Theta Lamda) Kelly Douglas Kim Linenberger Brandi Wood Chapman (Eta Upsilon) Jennifer Otott Stephanie Savage Erin Vega Tatiana Von Slomski Colorado School of Mines (Iota Zeta) Theresa Frontczak Rachel Johnson
Cornell (Delta) Katherine Bartels Carrie Bodner Jennifer Traina-Dorge
George Mason (Eta Lambda) Kendayl Cooper Samantha Watson
Drake (Gamma Omicron) Amy Jo Athterton Kristi Helms
George Washington (Iota Iota) Jana Checa Chong Marni Hahn Rachel Mednick Kate Riopel Stefania Rudd Marissa Stern
Duke (Beta Nu deuteron) Laura Bowers Duquesne (Epsilon Iota) Elizabeth Damsel Crista Marie DeNardo Elmhurst (Zeta Xi) Jacqueline Bartels Nicole Crossett Ashley Floyd Michelle DeFranco Meagan Graul Florida Tech (Theta Zeta) Erin Gullickson Helen Johnston Natalie Lamberton Natalia Reiman
Iowa (Delta Epsilon) Natalie Radtke James Madison (Theta Iota) Amanda Zastudil Johns Hopkins (Zeta Omicron deuteron) Leslie Theibert Julia E. Tracey Kettering (Iota Epsilon) Adrienne Billiau
Illinois (Beta Alpha) Sara Dina Megan Flaherty Katherine Kirkwood Mika Krause Jennifer LoSavio Jessica Shott Deanna Spilotros
Lafayette (Eta Sigma) Christine Burke Anneliza Carmalt Rachel Jacobs Daria Szkwarko
Indiana State (Delta Pi) Elizabeth Black Heather Emery Laura James Melinda Hawkins
Marquette (Eta Mu) Lindsay Draeger Kathleen Lewis Elizabeth Toohey
Linfield (Theta Alpha) Mandy Hamilton
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Maine (Delta Nu) Heather Cox Jennifer Drouin Sheridon Littlefield Rachel Shulman Erica Stoloff Manitoba (Beta Eta) Heather Carroll Maryland (Delta Zeta) Yelena Barakh Nicole Cohen Miami University (Gamma Nu) Christina Karas Erika Moran Shana McCormick Melanie Nelson Stephanie Sullivan Michigan State (Beta Beta) Erin Maresko Midwestern State (Gamma Omega) Chrissy Cartwright Marta Gorecka Jennifer Rhoden Kalen Tubbs Jennifer Turner Minnesota (Epsilon) Lauren McFarlane Nebraska (Nu) Kristin Liebig Nebraska/Kearney (Delta Xi) Suzanna Cook Sara Korus Kara Weaver Northern Illinois (Epsilon Delta) Jeaninie Menolascino Nina Menolascino Northwestern (Beta) Emily Hymen Sarah Mazzone North Texas (Gamma Eta) Kristen Coleman Meagan Doster Tiffany Nelson Megan O’Brien Old Dominion (Epsilon Eta) Shelby Galvin Kristen Stanley Oregon (Tau) Allison Bradrick Adriana Cargni Lisa Clark Heidi Havercroft Whitney Walker
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Oregon State (Beta Upsilon) Jill Domme Penn State (Gamma Rho) Mary Morrison Samantha Sirzyk Puget Sound (Gamma Zeta) Rachel Chester Ashley Gray Erika Herbst Rensselaer (Theta Tau) Karen Gollins Rhode Island (Iota Delta) Katherine Miosky Jackie Petrarca Rochester (Theta Kappa) Dana Mueller Alaina Muldrow San Diego (Eta Rho) Elaine Richards Ellen Schlott San Diego State (Gamma Alpha) Crystal Alexander Samantha Arnold Kristin Brabec Lauren Englehardt Katrina Reyes Hayley Sapieka Santa Clara (Zeta Gamma) Kelsey Richardson Shippensburg (Theta Xi) Madeline Kronfeld Jamie McCoy Anita Vannucci South Dakota (Psi) Rebecca Bonnichsen Rachel Rydell Southern Illinois (Epsilon Xi) Caroline Stilwell St. Joseph’s (Theta Theta) Valence Chance Michelle Fullam Jessica Ritsick Katherine Schoenthal St. Mary’s (Iota Beta) Ashley Lindsey Texas (Omega) Jacqueline Marie Conley Nicole De La Vega Kristina Seibert
Texas Tech (Gamma Iota) April Herrin Laura Moore Towson (Eta Omega) Jenna Brodsky Shana Gumnit Staci Fensterman Tufts (Zeta Theta) Carrie Benjamin Julia Kanter Jessica Schwartz UC/Berkeley (Lambda) Nora Desruisseaux Katy Schultz UC/Davis (Epsilon Rho) Brianna Haag Jenna Houts Courtney Ray UC/Irvine (Eta Kappa) Narguess Noohi Katja Alexandria Rigter Jennifer Roth Jacqueline Chanel Schumacher Elizabeth Tullio UCLA (Beta Delta) Stacy Eisenberg Katharine Jensen Christina Kinane Whitney Kirk Liz Morrissey Laura Salzberg Megan Schmidt Nicole Slezak Casey Strier Brittany Vannoy Diana Williams UC/Santa Barbara (Gamma Beta) Christina Anderson Brittany Attaway Whitney Blitz Teanna Buchner Keira Fitzgibbon Melissa Goodman Taryn Schultz Kelly Van Aken University of the Pacific (Iota Gamma) Melissa Zermeno USC (Beta Pi) Grace Jackson Allison Jaskowiak Jennifer McGrory Virginia Tech (Eta Omicron) AnneMarie Breckenridge Elizabeth Gossin Kaitlin Kisela Elizbaeth Korbich
Sarah Thomas Suzanne Vetter
North Dakota (Pi) Brittany Feist
Washington (Sigma) Mallory Berschauer Connor Carroll
San Diego State (Gamma Alpha) Lauren Englehardt Ashley Harman Christine Prevot Katrina Reyes Marissa Rockett
Washington State (Beta Rho deuteron) Michelle Hogue Wichita State (Gamma Xi) Danielle Wellenmeyer William Woods (Delta Chi) Lauren McMichael Emily Thomasson Wisconsin/LaCrosse (Delta Kappa) Jessica Lynn Christensen Kerri Elizabeth Kabela Tracy M. Machtan
Gamma Sigma Alpha Bowling Green State (Beta Omicron) Elizabeth Boorn Kelly Clarson Aimee Golub Amber Gresh Sara Moore Lindsay Nicholson British Columbia (Beta Theta) Karla Cuellar Clare Donaldson Julia Mackay Molly Moriarty Frances Simpson Case Western Reserve (Zeta Pi) Katie Ross CSU/San Bernardino (Eta Beta) Crystal Crawford Alicia M. Garcia Angelica Jones Kimberly White Elmhurst (Zeta Xi) Jacqueline S. Bartels Valerie Bone Vanessa Gentile Meagan E. Graul Kristen M. Kaage Miami University (Gamma Nu) Nina M. Dadlez Ashley S. Wright
SUNY/Plattsburgh (Theta Psi) Veronica C. Fallarnino Marisa Gore UC/Irvine (Eta Kappa) Dieu Nguyen USC (Beta Pi) Abigail Arnold-Ochs Melanie Billow Sara Filliman Caitlin Kaletsch Washburn (Upsilon) Lauren Albin Sara Chappell Elizabeth Dodd Barbara Volk Jacqueline Wilsey Washington University (Zeta Upsilon) Anna Berkowitz Courtney Brightman Amy Carmell Tanya Charumilind Nivedita Kulkarni Jessica L. Schaffner Nicole Sugar Western Michigan (Delta Theta) Jenessa L. Cesarz Alicia M. Garcia LeeAnn M. Roberts
Rho Lambda Ashland (Epsilon Alpha) Kim Alley Mandy Kerner Lisa Ormiston Kristin Ricketts Cal Poly (Epsilon Chi) Val Alvarez Megan Duzi Carrera Falk Lindsay Ferguson Jenny Isbell Catherine Kuhn Traci McGuire Danae Netto Jamie Okazaki Gretchen Schultz
Central Missouri (Theta Lambda) Brandi wood (President of Rho Lambda) Kimberly Linenberger (Vice President for Rho Lambda) Kelly Douglas Chapman (Eta Upsilon) Kim Arnold Kendra Noyes Nicole Provansal Hailee Turner DePaul (Iota Eta) Lora Knapp (Vice President of Rho Lambda) Dawn Liguori (President of Rho Lambda) Duquesne (Epsilon Iota) Lori Lisowski Rachel Norris Florida Tech (Theta Zeta) Erin Gullickson Katy Shontz Idaho (Beta Zeta) Courtney Rainville Kettering (Iota Epsilon) Adrienne Billiau Rebecca Lee Sarah Lieber Marquette (Eta Mu) Monica Bordonaro Jamie Jorgenson Monica Kuhnert Katie Lewis Cassie Smedile Anne-Marie Twining Minnesota (Epsilon) Allison Evans Rachel Salzman Northwestern (Beta) Katie Semmer Megan Hun San Diego State (Gamma Alpha) Crystal Alexander Lauren Englehardt Ashley Hartman Cynthia Joseph Christina Prevot Katrina Reyes Hayley Sapieka Amanda Venegas USC (Beta Pi) Sara Filliman West Virginia (Beta Iota) Jenna Luker
Michigan (Theta) Rachel Kruer Sara Roedner
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BRITISH COLLUMBIA (BETA THETA)
NORTHERN COLORADO (DELTA GAMMA)
DELAWARE (EPSILON NU)
Sisters enjoy a preference event during recruitment.
Seniors enjoy formal recruitment.
Sisters organize care packages for U.S. soldiers deployed in Iraq.
CANADA Bishop’s (Eta Chi) Sisters initiated three new members. Upcoming chapter events include a makeup party fundraiser, bake sales, wing night, movie night, a formal banquet and a benefit concert. -JoAnne Longtin
British Columbia (Beta Theta) Sisters welcomed 23 new members and enjoyed a Bid Day barbecue. Collegians and their mothers participated in the Cheerios ® Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada’s Walk for Heart. Members participated in a blood drive, speed dating event, mini Olympics and an annual dessert crawl. They also sold Take Heart calendars to benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation. -Sarah Wong
Toronto (Xi) Sisters welcomed seven new members, enjoyed a Jump-A-Thon philanthropy event and celebrated the chapter’s 100th anniversary with a centennial gala. -Alexandra Makos
Western Ontario (Theta Eta) Theta Etas skipped, hopscotched and hula hooped to raise $850 for the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada during the chapter’s Young At Heart event that attracted campus and local media attention.
Sisters participated in other groups’ philanthropy events. The chapter welcomed five new members into sisterhood. -Shannon McDowell
Wilfrid Laurier (Iota Theta) Stacey Coleman was selected as a 2006-07 educational leadership consultant. Sisters enjoyed polish weekend, fall recruitment and hosting the chapter’s second annual Bandits philanthropy event to benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation. Collegians raised $2,000 for the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada by participating in the Cheerios ® Walk for Heart.
GAMMA PI SISTER NAMED TO FIESTA BOWL COURT Kimberly Joiner (Gamma Pi-Arizona State) was appointed to the Fiesta Bowl Court, an honor based on academic success, community service involvement and personal achievement.
-Laura Black
ARIZONA Arizona State (Gamma Pi) Sisters welcomed 45 new members and kicked off the year supporting National Hazing Prevention Week. Members hosted the chapter’s third annual Cardiac Care Gala that raised more than $11,000 for the Phoenix Children’s Hospital. They participated in a Homecoming walk-athon and hosted a haunted house and trick-or-treating for children from the Boys and Girls Club of America. The women were excited to be named the Panhellenic Council’s Chapter of the Week. -Taylor Dancer
CALIFORNIA San Diego (Eta Rho) The chapter welcomed 38 new members. The semi-annual Alpha Phi-esta raised more than $500 in two hours. Sisters enjoyed the annual Red Dress Ball, won Sigma Chi Epsilon fraternity’s philanthropy week and raised more than $30,000 for the MakeA-Wish Foundation.® Other events included powder puff football and a second Alpha Phi-esta fundraiser. -Shannon Gearing
ETA BETA CELEBRATES 20TH ANNIVERSARY Collegians and alumnae celebrated CSU/San Bernardino (Eta Beta) chapter’s 20th anniversary with a weekend reception that included brunch, formal dinner, dancing and a silent auction. Sisters raised $350 during the brunch that benefited the Jennifer Lynne Brooks (Beta Pi-USC) scholarship endowment. Founding members Elva Baeza Negrete, Laurie Marscher, Michelle Lopez-Benware and Teresa Baca Alexander attended. Special thanks to committee chair Jennifer Ward and volunteers Iwona Luczkiewicz Contreras, Elva Negrete, Holly Peglau Yonemoto, McKenzie Phillips Perez, Kelly Bray Monville and Leann Bactad Pulido.
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Sisters volunteer during Fleet Week, a two-day event that celebrates the U.S. Navy and the Navy’s Blue Angels.
Sisters wash cars for Sigma Pi fraternity’s philanthropy event.
New members Rachel Grove and Ashley Soriano display their bid cards.
Sisters enjoy the chapter’s annual Phiesta.
UC/Davis (Epsilon Rho) Sisters had a successful recruitment. As a result, the chapter welcomed 27 new members. Other events include a Red Dress Gala, live and silent auction and fashion show to benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation. -Alexa Steinberg
University of the Pacific (Iota Gamma) Iota Gammas held a car wash that raised more than $1,250 for the Alpha Phi Foundation. Thanks to Tarren Corbett and the chapter’s executive board for coordinating the event. -Lisa Lam
COLORADO Northern Colorado (Delta Gamma) Sisters are strong recruiters on campus, welcoming 27 new members. Collegians volunteered for Habitat for Humanity ® and the American Cancer Society ® by supporting its Cattle Baron’s Ball. The chapter was honored with Top Academics, Top Brother/Sisterhood and Significant Chapter of the Year recognitions during Greek Matriculation Week.
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Idaho (Beta Zeta) Beta Zetas celebrated an amazing return during formal recruitment, initiating 25 new members and reaching campus total via COB. The chapter implemented the Ivy Linker and Ivy Circle programs during the fall and successfully improved new member retention. Sisters also participated in a Macy’s ® Shop for a Cause event to raise money for the company’s Vandal Scholarship Fund.
Butler (Epsilon Beta) The annual Phiesta philanthropy event hosted approximately 300 students. Members incorporated a Week of Service in the celebration by participating in an American Heart Association ® Heart Walk. Collegians also participated in a Greek soccer tournament.
-Erin Darnell
ILLINOIS Eastern Illinois (Zeta Alpha) For more than a year, sisters collected donations during chapter meetings and washed cars to raise money for Sigma Pi fraternity’s ACE project (Altruistic Campus Experience) philanthropy efforts. The project funded a Girls Fight Back workshop on sexual assault and violence prevention that featured guest speaker Erin Weed (Zeta Alpha-Eastern Illinois). Approximately 800 women attended. -Jason Zientarski, Sigma Pi fraternity
-Angela Barnett and Tara Sutton
DELAWARE Delaware (Epsilon Nu) Sisters placed second in Greek Week and received several leadership awards from the university. Epsilon Nu helped freshmen with the university’s move-in day Arrival Survival program. They participated in the American Heart Association’s ® Heart Walk, sponsored a car wash to support a local animal shelter and sent care packages to U.S. soldiers deployed in Iraq. The 14th annual Ivy Leaf Cup volleyball tournament benefited the Alpha Phi Foundation.
-Carolyn Simko
DePauw (Gamma) Gammas enjoyed their second annual Red Dress Gala that raised $4,220 for the Alpha Phi Foundation. The chapter’s cumulative GPA for the spring semester was 3.47, the highest sorority GPA on campus. The chapter won the university’s Greek Goddess dance competition for a second year. -Lauren Huff
Indiana State (Delta Pi) The chapter welcomed five new members. Led by Abby Retseck, sisters supported the American Heart Association ® Heart Walk by walking and assisting with registration. Their efforts raised $250. -Laura James
Illinois (Beta Alpha) Beta Alpha welcomed 60 new members. They participated in the university’s I-Help campus-wide day of community service projects and planned their Operation Ivy Leaf fall philanthropy event in memory of a sister who passed away from kidney cancer. Sisters attended a Chicago Cubs baseball game and enjoyed a trip to a haunted house. Other events included the new member class initiation, a potluck dinner and an end-of-the-semester holiday party. -Michelle Misichko
IOWA Iowa (Delta Epsilon) Delta Epsilon welcomed 25 new members. The chapter won Delta Chi fraternity’s Mud Volleyball philanthropy event. They enjoyed sisterhood events such as apple picking and a Clinique ® night. Upcoming events include cooking and serving breakfast to university faculty members, students and community members to benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation. -Jamie Carroll
-Emily Brannon and Emily Stengel
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OKLAHOMA CITY (DELTA DELTA)
Sisters welcome alumnae to a Red Dress brunch.
Delta Epsilon women pick apples during a sisterhood event.
Epsilon Alpha sisters enjoy Bid Day.
Morgan Long, left, and Jana Wingo are two of the five sisters who competed in the 2007 Miss Oklahoma City University pageant.
MARYLAND Maryland (Delta Zeta) Members celebrated the chapter’s 45th anniversary. Delta Zeta took second place during Greek
Week, and participated in the Homecoming parade. They initiated 15 new members and enjoyed brunch with alumnae. Other events included the second annual Red Dress Gala that benefited the Alpha Phi Foundation. -Kate Williams and Olivia Logan
MIT SISTER MAKES A DIFFERENCE Nicki Lehrer (Zeta Phi-MIT) spent five months volunteering as an AIDS prevention coordinator for the Foundation for International Community Assistance (FINCA International) in Pascuales, Ecuador. Nicki’s experience inspired her to found Children of Guayaquil Inc., a nonprofit organization that helps provide children with basic human needs and educational opportunities.
MASSACHUSETTS Bentley (Zeta Rho) The chapter enjoyed a brunch for parents and alumnae. Members held the annual Alpha Traz canned food drive philanthropy event and raised $2,000 for the American Cancer Society ® during a Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk. Sisters also defended their sorority football tournament title. -Catherine Porfert
MIT (Zeta Phi) Sisters welcomed the dean and professors to chapter house dinners, enjoyed a scholarship dinner in acknowledgement of sisters’ achievements
BETA BETA CELEBRATES HOMECOMING Nicki Lehrer, left, with one of the children she helps.
Once Nicki raises the necessary funds, plans include building a children’s community center with a day care, medical center, communal room and public library. She has partnered with MIT Architecture Professor Jan Wampler and his team of graduate students and has received support from the Ecuadorian government, Peace Corps and other volunteer pre-professionals. “People want to help,” says Nicki. “This isn’t my project. I want it to be a community effort. I would love to share this experience with my Alpha Phi sisters so they too can understand and have a taste of what another culture is like.” To learn more about Children of Guayaquil Inc., visit http://ecuadororphans.org.
and raised more than $5,000 to benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation. -Tracy Takemura
MICHIGAN Western Michigan (Delta Theta) Delta Theta welcomed 25 new members. Ronda Boertmann, Tori De Paulo and Kelli Zgieb served as Rho Gamma leaders, and LeeAnn Roberts was recruitment co-coordinator. The chapter was presented with seven honors during the university’s 2006 Standards of Excellence Awards presentation. -Rachel Greer
MISSOURI Missouri (Omicron) Sisters enjoyed an outstanding formal recruitment, meeting quota plus one and initiating 65 women. Members prepared for Homecoming events and partnered with fraternities for blood donation, house decorations, skit and float competitions. Other events include a party with Homecoming partners, the annual HayPHIver hayride, an alumnae brunch, semiformal and the third annual Rockin’ Red Dress event. -Erin McKenna
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Michigan State (Beta Beta) collegians and alumnae celebrate the university’s 151st Homecoming with brunch.
Nebraska (Nu) The chapter welcomed 38 new members with an annual sisterhood event and celebrated Bid Day with a dinner. Sisters participated in the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s Walk to Cure Diabetes and hosted an A-Phi Open golf tournament philanthropy event. Collegians and alumnae celebrated the chapter’s centennial anniversary with a house and campus tour during Founders’ Day weekend. -Tiffany Orsburn
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LINFIELD (THETA ALPHA)
OREGON (TAU)
LEHIGH (EPSILON PSI)
Members enjoy formal recruitment.
Sisters enjoy a successful recruitment.
Epsilon Psi hosts a bagel brunch to meet incoming freshman women.
ETA ALPHA SISTERS CELEBRATE 20 YEARS New Hampshire (Eta Alpha) collegians and alumnae celebrate the chapter’s 20th anniversary during Homecoming weekend.
Oregon State (Beta Upsilon) The exterior of the chapter house was remodeled during the summer to proudly display Bordeaux and silver with matching sparkling stones accents. Sisters enjoyed an exceptional formal recruitment. -Jennifer Meyer
PENNSYLVANIA
NEW YORK
OKLAHOMA
SUNY/Cortland (Eta Tau) Sisters hosted the chapter’s annual King of the Phis competition. They welcomed 22 new initiates, participated in a Take Back the Night walk, Alzheimer’s and Crop walks and attended a candle light vigil in remembrance of Sept. 11.
Oklahoma City (Delta Delta) Delta Delta welcomed 31 new members, celebrated a new addition to the chapter facility and held a picnic basket auction that raised more than $2,000 to benefit the American Heart Association.® Five sisters competed in the 2007 Miss Oklahoma City University pageant. Jana Wingo was second runner-up and also was awarded People’s Choice and Health/Fitness awards.
-Amy Marshall
OHIO Ashland (Epsilon Alpha) Sisters welcomed 24 new members. The Mr. University contest raised more than $700 and annual Teeter Totter-a-thon raised $950 to benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation. The chapter won several honors during Greek Week and earned the highest ranked cumulative GPA of all campus women and Greek life. Sisters enjoyed an Alpha Phiesta and supported a sister by participating in the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s Walk to Cure Diabetes. Leslie Bender and Jenny Valko were named to Homecoming court. -Kimberly Alley
Miami University (Gamma Nu) Sisters participated in Greek Week, organized informal recruitment, enjoyed Dad’s Weekend and hosted the King of Hearts philanthropy event to benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation.
-Lizzie Jones
OREGON Oregon (Tau) The Mr. Greek pageant raised $10,000 to benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation, thanks in part to event coordinators Danielle Hagardt and Kristina Nunez. The chapter was recognized by the university with Outstanding Philanthropic Donation and Most Improved Grade Point Average. Tau welcomed 31 new members thanks in part to recruitment leads Jessie Walling and Christine McSherry and educational leadership consultants Stephanie Nordstrom (Iota Alpha-Pepperdine) and Megan Jones (Beta Epsilon-Arizona). Adi Cargni and Erica Corns currently serve on the Panhellenic Council.
Duquesne (Epsilon Iota) The chapter initiated eight new members, enjoyed Greek Week and raised $300 for the Alpha Phi Foundation by selling Macy’s ® coupons. -Meghan Snyder
Lehigh (Epsilon Psi) Members with a 3.0 or higher GPA were acknowledged with a Classy Phi scholarship dessert. Sisters enjoyed a Red Dress Gala, partnered with other Greek groups for a Chow Down for Charity buffet and hosted a bagel brunch to meet incoming freshman women. -Jess Coen
Shippensburg (Theta Xi) The chapter was the strong fall recruiter and welcomed 11 new members. Sisters attended a self-defense seminar. They look forward to celebrating the chapter’s 15th anniversary with a gala in the spring. -Madeline Kronfeld
St. Joseph’s (Theta Theta) Theta Theta celebrated the chapter’s 15th anniversary with a Red Dress Gala, raising $4,500 to benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation. The annual powder puff tournament also raised $600 for the Foundation. Sisters welcomed 17 new members. -Maura Murphy
-Kristina Nunez
-Torey Corrado
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MIDWESTERN STATE (GAMMA OMEGA)
JAMES MADISON (THETA IOTA)
VIRGINIA TECH (ETA OMICRON)
Sisters enjoy a successful formal recruitment. They welcomed 11 new members and are very proud of meeting quota.
Theta Iota recruitment team members are (from left) Jacquelyn Camut, Maggie Eckel, Amy McLaren and Johanna Kim.
Sisters enjoy their award-winning philanthropy night.
VIRGINIA George Mason (Eta Lambda) Sisters had a successful formal recruitment and welcomed 32 women. They hosted a King of Hearts philanthropy event to benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation. Sisters celebrated Founders’ Day with local alumnae.
Sisters were honored with Most Social, Best Alumni Relations and Best Chapter Management recognitions during the university’s Greek Awards presentation. They also received second place in the university’s Up ’Til Dawn event that benefited Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital. -Nicole Masson
-Kristen Adams
James Madison (Theta Iota) Theta Iota met quota and welcomed 42 new members. Collegians hosted the first Parent’s Weekend golf tournament in support the Alpha Phi Foundation. They welcomed Erin Weed (Zeta AlphaEastern Illinois) in October to speak about selfdefense. -Emily Bunch
Virginia Tech (Eta Omicron) The chapter welcomed 42 new members. They took first place in Delta Chi’s dodge ball philanthropy event for the second year in a row and donated $500 to both Sigma Chi and Pi Kappa Alpha’s philanthropies. The chapter raised more than $1,000 by participating in the American Cancer Society’s ® Relay for Life.® Members sponsored a Say What Karaoke philanthropy event, hosted an annual Parent’s Weekend and the first Red Dress Gala. Thanks to philanthropy chair Caitlin Massie and the generosity of parents, the chapter raised $5,500 for the Alpha Phi Foundation.
WASHINGTON Puget Sound (Gamma Zeta) Sisters enjoyed their annual white water rafting sisterhood event. The chapter’s first Red Dress Gala auction included items such as a flight around Seattle, a football signed by the Seattle Seahawks quarterback and other generous donations. -Kibby Berry
Washington State (Beta Rho deuteron) The chapter welcomed quota during formal recruitment. Sisters worked with Pi Kappa Phi fraternity to earn the title of Greek Week champions. The chapter boasted the highest university attendance during WSU basketball games, proudly wearing letters. Ten members traveled to New Orleans during spring break to assist in the rebuilding of the historic town. -Katie Davidson
THETA KAPPA SISTERS CELEBRATE 15 YEARS Rochester (Theta Kappa) women celebrate the chapter’s 15th anniversary with dinner, a raffle, the initiation of five alumnae members and a brunch. Proceeds from the raffle, approximately $2,500, will benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation in support of the Leadership Initiative program.
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WEST VIRGINIA West Virginia (Beta Iota) The chapter welcomed 35 new members during recruitment. They ranked second among sororities for grades and were voted the university’s Most Improved Sorority for two years in a row. Members took second place overall in Greek Week, winning the Airbands competition. A 5k and 10k walk/run and a Red Dress Gala supported the Alpha Phi Foundation. -Jordan Parsons
WISCONSIN Marquette (Eta Mu) Sisters were awarded the Spirit of Marquette, the highest honor a student organization can receive for superior display of the university’s four pillars: excellence, faith, leadership and service. Members hosted the second annual Rockin’ Red Dress Gala that raised $3,164 over last year’s total for the Alpha Phi Foundation. The women participated in Al’s Run in support of the local children’s hospital. The chapter participated in Greek Week, the MS Walk ® and a Cardiac Arrest event that raised more than $12,000 for the Alpha Phi Foundation. They also enjoyed a pirate-themed boat cruise exchange. Sisters were excited to move into a new chapter house that accommodates up to 23 members. -Pamela Hutmacher and Cassie Smedile
Wisconsin (Iota) Iota welcomed 43 new members and reached campus total of 126 members. Members enjoyed a sisterhood retreat in Wisconsin Dells. -Mary Jane Adkins
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HCB Volunteers Needed Volunteers are needed to work with the following chapters’ house corporation boards. Those interested should contact Brandi Baumgartner Peterson (Delta ThetaWestern Michigan) at bpeterson@alphaphi.org or 847.316.8939.
Arizona (Beta Epsilon) Bowling Green State (Beta Omicron) Butler (Epsilon Beta) Colorado (µeta Gamma deuteron) CSU/Chico (Theta Upsilon) CSU/Long Beach (Gamma Kappa) Dayton (Zeta Psi)
Maryland (Delta Zeta) Michigan State (Beta Beta) Minnesota (Epsilon) Missouri (Omicron) MIT (Zeta Phi) Montana (Chi) New Hampshire (Eta Alpha)
Sacramento State (Epsilon Gamma) San Jose State (Beta Psi) South Dakota (Psi) Syracuse (Alpha) Texas A&M/Commerce (Delta Beta) Toronto (Xi) University of the Pacific (Iota Gamma)
Delaware (Epsilon Nu)
North Dakota (Pi)
UC/Berkeley (Lambda)
Drake (Gamma Omicron)
North Texas (Gamma Eta)
UC/Davis (Epsilon Rho)
East Carolina (Delta Alpha)
Northern Illinois (Epsilon Delta)
UCLA (Beta Delta)
Eastern Illinois (Zeta Alpha)
Northwestern (Beta)
Virginia Tech (Eta Omicron)
Eastern Washington (Eta Psi)
Ohio State (Rho)
Washburn (Upsilon)
Idaho (Beta Zeta) Indiana (Beta Tau) Illinois (Beta Alpha) Iowa (Delta Epsilon) Marquette (Eta Mu)
Oklahoma (Phi) Oregon (Tau) Oregon State (Beta Upsilon) Puget Sound (Gamma Zeta) Purdue (Delta Mu)
Washington State (Beta Rho deuteron) Western Michigan (Delta Theta) Wisconsin (Iota)
Congratulations... to the following collegiate chapters that celebrate milestone anniversaries in 2007. 135 Years Syracuse (Alpha) 120 Years DePauw (Gamma) 115 Years Michigan (Theta) 95 Years Ohio State (Rho)
40 Years Ashland (Epsilon Alpha) Butler (Epsilon Beta) 35 Years Delaware (Epsilon Nu) 25 Years Case Western Reserve (Zeta Pi) Bentley (Zeta Rho)
85 Years Michigan State (Beta Beta) Illinois (Beta Alpha)
20 Years Binghamton (Eta Zeta) Villanova (Eta Epsilon) CSU/East Bay (Eta Delta)
60 Years Indiana (Beta Tau) Oregon State (Beta Upsilon)
15 Years Shippensburg (Theta Xi)
50 Years Miami University (Gamma Nu) 45 Years Western Michigan (Delta Theta) Wisconsin/LaCrosse (Delta Kappa)
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10 Years St. Mary’s (Iota Beta) 5 Years George Washington (Iota Iota) DePaul (Iota Eta) Wilfrid Laurier (Iota Theta)
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2007 ALPHA PHI POTENTIAL MEMBER REFERENCE FORM PLEASE CHECK THE BOX OF CHARACTERISTICS THAT DESCRIBE THE POTENTIAL MEMBER:
PLEASE CHECK IF APPROPRIATE: [ ] Alpha Phi Legacy NAME OF POTENTIAL MEMBER Last
First
Middle
Nickname
College/University Attending When will she participate in formal recruitment? GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION Street Address City/State/Zip
Phone
High School Attended Nearest Metropolitan City and Number of Miles ACADEMIC CLASS INFORMATION
Age
Year of Freshman Admission
Academic Class (Please Check One): [ ] Freshman [ ] Sophomore SCHOLARSHIP / EDUCATION
[ ] Junior
[ ] Senior
High School GPA / GPA Grade Scale:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The potential member would enjoy talking about these topics during recruitment:
Does GPA includes AP courses? [ ] Yes [ ] No Class Size / Rank
ACT Score
College Attended
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SAT Score City / State
Terms / Hours Completed College GPA FAMILY INFORMATION
What kind of person (E.g., outgoing, reserved, relaxed) should the potential member be matched with during recruitment?
Names of Parents / Guardians Alpha Phi Legacy (E.g., Grandmother, Mother, Stepmother, Sister, Stepsister) Name, Relation, Chapter and Year of Initiation Non-Legacy Alpha Phi Relatives (E.g., Aunt, Niece, Cousin, Other) Name, Relation, Chapter and Year of Initiation Relatives or Acquaintances in Other Fraternal Organizations (Fraternity or Sorority) ALPHA PHI MEMBER STATEMENT [ ] I have personally known the potential member for ___ years. [ ] I have known the potential member’s family ___ years. [ ] Unknown but referred by reliable source. Completed by:
[ ] Alumna
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Does this potential member understand the financial responsibility of joining a sorority? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] Unknown
FOR COLLEGIATE CHAPTER USE Date Recommendation Form Received
Chapter of Initiation and Year First Name
I would describe the potential member in the following way (please check only one): [ ] Well qualified, admired by peers and will be an asset to the chapter. [ ] Highly qualified, will attract others into membership, and will be an active participant and/or chapter leader. [ ] Outstanding potential member who will be actively sought out by other sororities as a top-choice candidate.
E-mail Address
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Please Check One: [ ] She joined Alpha Phi. [ ] She joined ______________________ Sorority. [ ] She did not join a sorority. Date Alumna Notified of Potential Member Post-Recruitment Status
__ I endorse this potential member with the understanding she may become a member of Alpha Phi. __ I do not wish to endorse this potential member for membership and understand I may receive a call from an adviser.
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MAIL FORM
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Please include a photo and resume of this potential member.
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management system that gives children hands-on experience. Mom’s Choice is a national awards program.
Sister Is Mrs. United States
Congratulations to Shannon Cornwell Devine (Theta Nu-Appalachian State), Mrs. United States 2006! During her reign as Mrs. United States, Shannon plans to educate others about the benefits of organ donation. During college, Shannon funded her education through the Miss America scholarship program. She is a former Teen Miss North Carolina. She works as a musculoskeletal specialty manager with Genzyme Biosurgery. For more information about Shannon, visit http://mrsncunitestates. com/_wsn/page2.html.
Principal Receives Fellowship
Henry K. Oliver Elementary School Principal Beth Lynne Finch Gannon (Eta EtaSeton Hall) was awarded an Earthwatch Educational Fellowship to study dolphins in Admiralty Bay, New Zealand. During the summer, Beth worked alongside veteran Beth Gannon Earthwatch Institute scientist and world renowned marine biologist Dr. Bernd Wursig. Shannon Devine
Comedian/Writer Publishes Book
Sara Faith Alterman (Theta KappaRochester) is author of Tears of a Class Clown (Avon Trade Paperback, 2006. ISBN 9780060755928), the story of a former high school funny girl who attempts to figure Sara Alterman out how to resign her status as lifelong girl “friend.” Sara is head writer of ImprovBoston. She studied at Second City, writes sketch comedies, teaches comedy workshops and has written feature articles for local and national publications. For more information, visit www.sarafaith.com. Art Enthusiast Is Honored
Martha Leavitt Ellis (Beta LambdaRollins) was presented the Jefferson Award Certificate of Excellence and Jefferson Award pin for 21 years of public service to Council of 101, an organization that furthers the cultural development and appreciation of the visual arts in Orlando, Fla. Martha is 2006-07 Council of 101 president.
Claudia Gerbasi, left, is pictured with co-authors.
Alumna Co-Authors Book
Claudia Gerbasi (Delta Zeta-Maryland) co-authored a memoir, Love You, Mean It (Hyperion, 2006. ISBN: 1401302297), with three other women widowed by the Sept. 11 attacks on the World Trade Center. Claudia also spearheaded the formation of the Widows Club with wives of her husband’s co-workers. Sister Is Recognized for Nonprofit Work
Tara Ann Lawrence (Iota AlphaPepperdine), founder of Hats Off for Cancer, was awarded $20,000 from the Voices annual campaign in support of her charity. She also was featured on the Nov. 24 episode of “The Montel Williams Show.” Tara founded the organization at Tara Lawrence age 14 to collect hats for children with cancer. For more information, visit www.hatsoffforcancer.org. Sister Joins KGWN-TV
Martha Ellis
Author’s Work Wins Mom’s Choice AwardTM
The No-Cash Allowance: A Practical Guide for Teaching Your Children How to Manage Money (Walnut Row, 2004. ISBN: 0974685607), written by Lynne Lehto Finch (Delta SigmaWisconsin/ Stevens Point), is the recipient of a Mom’s Choice Award.TM The book describes an inventive real-life money PA G E T H I R T Y- T W O
Carey Proctor
Carey Proctor (Chi-Montana) is a morning anchor/producer with KGWN-TV, a CBS affiliate in Cheyenne, Wyo. The broadcast journalism major and communications minor anchored for the university’s radio station during college and interned with the NBC affiliate in Seattle after college.
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SMALL WORLD 2006-07 Regional Conferences AN INSPIRATIONAL MEETING
Regional Conferences are a great way to develop your leadership skills and enhance your relationships with Alpha Phis in your area. Held each year, collegiate chapter officers and their advisers are encouraged to attend these grassroots meetings which allow for networking, sharing ideas and learning from others. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity! Details about the conference in your area are listed below. Catherine Anaya, left, and Alison Bell meet. Alison holds the Spring 2001 Quarterly in which Catherine was featured.
When Embrace Today Concepts President Alison Bell (Delta Rho-Ball State) presented CBS Channel 5 (Phoenix) News Anchor Catherine Anaya (Beta Pi-USC) with an ivy plant on behalf of the Phoenix alumnae chapter during a local speaking engagement, the pair decided it was destiny they finally met. Catherine had been featured in the Spring 2001 Alpha Phi Quarterly, and Alison, a collegian at the time majoring in broadcast journalism, held onto the issue intending to ask Catherine for career advice. She never did, but their meeting came five years later. CO-WORKERS SHARE SISTERHOOD
Friends are made thanks to co-workers Alexandra Hirschkind (Kent State-Beta Omega) and Kelly Markin (Puget SoundGamma Zeta) discovering they are sisters. Pictured during a girls’ weekend in Las Vegas are (from left) Casie Lovinger (Kent State-Beta Omega), Alexandra Hirschkind, Kelly Markin and Stephanie Pederson (Puget Sound-Gamma Zeta).
PACIFIC NORTHWEST / SOUTHWEST Feb. 23-25, 2007 Sheraton ® Gateway Los Angeles Los Angeles, Calif. Southwest Contact: Jennifer Ward (Eta Beta-CSU/San Bernardino), jward@esri.com or 951.536.0590 Pacific Northwest Contact: Lori Lyman Losee (Beta Rho deuteron-Washington State), lorilosee@comcast.net or 253.846.1208
MID-ATLANTIC Feb. 23-25, 2007 Hilton ® Wilmington/Christiana Newark, Del.
SOUTH CENTRAL Feb. 2-4, 2007 Doubletree ® Downtown Omaha Omaha, Neb.
Contact: June Collins Herron (Delta PhiIndiana U. of Pennsylvania), herron@covad.net or 301.540.7188
Contact: Sherry Tobaben Wilcher (Gamma Gamma-Drury), mogoofyfun@earthlink.net or 816.650.6538
NORTH CENTRAL MIDWEST Feb. 2-4, 2007 Doubletree ® O’Hare Airport Rosemont, Ill.
SOUTHEAST Feb. 23-25, 2007 Hilton ® Norfolk Airport Norfolk, Va.
Contact: Jane Roberts Russell (Epsilon Delta-Northern Illinois), jaruss2@aol.com or 847.577.5415
Contact: Sirena Davis (Theta Phi-Christopher Newport), rena415@gmail.com or 757.229.2140
NORTHEAST Dec. 1-3, 2006 Crowne Plaza ® Albany City Center Albany, N.Y.
UPPER MIDWEST Feb. 2-4, 2007 Radisson ® Hotel Toledo Toledo, Ohio
Contact: Sara Carlson (Theta Psi-SUNY/ Albany), sarabrooke0207@yahoo.com or 578.281.9950
Contact: Jan Brinker Schaeffer (Beta Omicron-Bowling Green State), janschaeffer @alumnae.alphaphi.org or 419.684.5003
Interested in volunteering to help develop Regional Conference programming? Want additional information on 2006-07 Regional Conferences? Contact the Executive Office at training@alphaphi.org.
Sister Is Outstanding Advising Award Winner
Sister Helps Rebuild Gulf Coast
Dr. Judith Pounds Sindlinger (Delta Mu-Purdue) is a National Academic Advising Association 2006 Outstanding Advising award winner. Judith serves as a Center for the Study of the College Fraternity board member, has served as a Panhellenic advisor and is a former Association of Fraternity Advisors’ Robert Shaffer Award winner for her service to the Greek community. The Delta Mu charter member was an Ursa Major Award winner in 1992.
Natalie Wasserman (LambdaUC/Berkeley) is one of more than 300 AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) volunteers dedicated to the rebuilding efforts of flood-damaged Gulf Coast communities after the destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina. She was assigned to Violet, La., in mid-October.
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New Arrivals Alpha Lambda (Alumna Initiate) To Andy Stack and Jennifer Grant, twin daughters, Zoe Margaret and Zadie Elizabeth, Aug. 23, 2006. Adrian (Delta Eta) To James and Jill Geddes Curry, a son, Tyler James, July 13, 2006. To Jason and Casey Cork Gibson, a daughter, Cameron Jean, July 5, 2006. Akron (Eta Gamma) To Chris and Kristin Lusby Juarovisech, a son, Jaxon Tyler, Feb. 17, 2006.
Cameron (Theta Rho) To Adam and Kathryn Huffstickler Duffy, twins, Carleigh Jennifer and Connor Francis, July 17, 2006. Colorado (Beta Gamma deuteron) To Robert and Megan Varveris Scheffel, a daughter, Riley Allison, May 22, 2006. Colorado School of Mines (Iota Zeta) To Brandon and Amy Bean Schrenk, a daughter, Allison Grace, Aug. 9, 2006. Dayton (Zeta Psi) To Keith and Krista Arsena Latore, a daughter, Ella Jane, Aug. 8, 2006.
Arizona (Beta Epsilon) To Mark and Emily Grimm Glaccum, a daughter, Evelyn Grace “Gracie,” July 9, 2006.
To Stuart and Ann Murphy Reichenbach, a son, Mitchell Clark, July 13, 2006.
To Richard and Sharon Wallace MacQueen, a daughter, born Nov. 23, 2004, and adopted Sept. 19, 2005.
Duquesne (Epsilon Iota) To Chris and Joanna Chipouras Mantzuranis, a daughter, Evangelia “Lia,” June 14, 2006.
Ashland (Epsilon Alpha) To Ben and Joanna Starrick Cavey, a son, Owen Michael, May 29, 2006. To Greg and Eve Tursky Gherardi, a son, Jake Theodore Trent, June 22, 2006. Baldwin-Wallace (Delta Upsilon) To Bryan and Stephanie Stultz Panteck, a son, Cooper Anthony, July 19, 2006. Bowling Green State (Beta Omicron) To Nathan and Holly Engle Heerdt, a son, Grant Beres, April 4, 2006. To Adam and Julie Hach Vavroch, a daughter, Hannah Elizabeth, Oct. 9, 2006. British Columbia (Beta Theta) To Ken and Penelope “Penny” Parris Bartel, twin sons, Tyler Parris and Hunter Daniel, Aug. 10, 2006. Butler (Epsilon Beta) To Brian and Amy Mathew Kopack, a son, Henry “Hank” David, March 3, 2006.
To Rudi and Beth Hutton Williams, a son, Parker James, Sept. 26, 2006. Idaho (Beta Zeta) To Justin and Jennifer Hansen Stiefel, a son, Hudson Paul, May 11, 2006. Indiana (Beta Tau) To Ken Rogers and Janine Hollenbeck, twins, Katherine Carolee “Kate” and John Parkloyd “Jack,” May 4, 2006. Indiana U. Southeast (Zeta Epsilon) To Jason Browning and Angela Link, a daughter, Kailey Grace, July 31, 2006. James Madison (Theta Iota) To Frank and Susan Greer Strohlein, a son, Jacob Gustav, Sept. 8, 2006. To Kerry and Michelle Keene Vance, a daughter, Vivian Aubrey, July 5, 2006.
To David and Jackie Siebert Minich, a daughter, Kaitlyn Althea, June 8, 2006.
Miami University (Gamma Nu) To Chad Sheirbon and Erin McGuinness, a son, John William, Jan. 22, 2006.
East Carolina (Delta Alpha) To Mike and Kristen Lott Esposito, a daughter, Sarah Daniele, July 6, 2006.
Michigan (Theta) To Christopher and Michelle DelVigna Wood, a daughter, Sally Ann, Aug. 27, 2006.
To Chris and Kathy Pacella Petrak, a daughter, Madeline Elisabeth, Feb. 16, 2006. To Greg and Missie Beason Vacek, a daughter, Marett Paige, June 28, 2006. Eastern Illinois (Zeta Alpha) To Jim and Stacey Larson Beuster, a daughter, Lauren Elizabeth, Aug. 4, 2006.
MIT (Zeta Phi) To John and Katie Adams Choe, a son, Xavier Maxwell Innes, July 31, 2006. Montana (Chi) To Mac and Sarah Downey Mackay, a daughter, Grace Clara, Aug. 5, 2006.
To Tim and Andrea Bauer O’Reilly, a son, Connor Andrew, June 7, 2006.
NC State (Epsilon Phi deuteron) To Brian and Aimee Troxler Henderson, a daughter, Ella Jane Darby, June 15, 2006.
Florida Tech (Theta Zeta) To David and Cecilia Penaflor Shaw, a son, Erik Penaflor, Aug. 24, 2006.
Nebraska/Kearney (Delta Xi) To Lucas and Kimberly Koch Dart, a daughter, Lydia RaeAnn, Aug. 29, 2006.
George Mason (Eta Lambda) To Sean and Melinda Mosocco Shingler, a daughter, Sierra Christine, June 1, 2006.
North Dakota (Pi) To Bobby and Courtney Kolar Williams, a son, Eli Walter, Aug. 19, 2006.
Northern Illinois (Epsilon Delta) To David and Tami Michelau Kondela, a son, Owen Joseph, March 28, 2006.
Texas (Omega) To Matthew and Amy Fortner Heiss, a daughter, Avery Elizabeth, July 18, 2006.
To Marty and Heather McHugh Stockhausen, a daughter, Mary Grace, Aug. 2, 2006.
Texas Tech (Gamma Iota) To Curt and Amy Caughran Bourne, a son, Michael Ryan, Sept. 25, 2006.
Northwestern (Beta) To James Arndorfer and Paula Wheeler, a daughter, Marie Kathryn, July 18, 2006. Old Dominion (Epsilon Eta) To John and Amy Hawkes Repke, a son, James Arthur, Sept. 5, 2006. To Tony and Shannon MacNamee Whitlock, a daughter, Reese Addisen, June 7, 2006. Oregon State (Beta Upsilon) To Peter and Jessica Ward Stalick, a daughter, Taylor Reese, July 31, 2006. San Diego State (Gamma Alpha) To Christopher and Michelle Dizo Timmer, a daughter, Amber Soleil, July 21, 2006. San Francisco State (Eta Theta) To Timothy and Emily Hoffman Clark, a son, Benjamin “Ben” Robert, Aug. 31, 2006. San Jose State (Beta Psi) To Linda Sarsfield, a son, Adam Knight, April 3, 2006. Shippensburg (Theta Xi) To Michael and Lisa Seniuk Calvello, a daughter, Kaitlin Nicole, March 30, 2006. To David and Natasha Jack Moore, a daughter, Chloe Natasha, Aug. 9, 2006. St. Joseph’s (Theta Theta) To David and Rachel Pfeiffenberger Robertson, a daughter, Theresa Rose, March 28, 2006. SUNY/Plattsburgh (Theta Psi) To Jason and Casey Champitto Bartlett, twin sons, Jamie Sheridan and Jackson Patrick, June 22, 2006. To Jason and Jennifer Pileggi Lockwood, a son, Christopher Jason “C.J.,” Sept. 8, 2006.
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To Edward Prevendoski and Alison Ovadek, a son, Owen Michael, July 21, 2006.
You can make a gift to the Alpha Phi Foundation in honor of a new arrival, to celebrate a marriage or in memory of a sister who has entered the Silent Chapter. Call 847.475.4532 or visit www.alphaphi.org/foundation for details.
To Michael and Jill Bates Reynolds, a daughter, Ava Elizabeth, July 19, 2006.
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UC/Davis (Epsilon Rho) To Daniel and Andrea Medina Himmelberger, a daughter, Ava Danielle, May 7, 2006. UC/Santa Barbara (Gamma Beta) To John and Ashley Almand Grosfeld, a daughter, Kimberly Kathryn, March 25, 2006. UCLA (Beta Delta) To Paul and Shannon Pawl Derby, a daughter, Meghan Elizabeth, May 4, 2006. To Gavin and Jennifer Harriger Jones, a daughter, Jessica Rae, May 14, 2006. Washington (Sigma) To Andy and Kristen Kennedy Boyd, a daughter, MacKenzie Stanford, June 21, 2006. Western Michigan (Delta Theta) To John and Jessica Whitmyer Kubit, a daughter, Ava Mariana, July 7, 2006. Western Ontario (Theta Eta) To Gus and Sue Lowe-Ching Dedes, a son, Steve Anthony, June 24, 2006.
Marriages Akron (Eta Gamma) Julie May to Steven Harding, May 6, 2006. Appalachian State (Theta Nu) Nichole MacMonagle to Julian Lupton III, May 20, 2006. Arizona (Beta Epsilon) Blair Wallace to Daniel Forde, Sept. 30, 2006. Ashlee Humston to Anthony Markey, Sept. 23, 2006. Arizona State (Gamma Pi) Jamie Lynn Morley to Ryan Vollmert, June 24, 2006. Ashland (Epsilon Alpha) Larissa Loboda to Eric Jason Betka, May 28, 2006.
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Baldwin-Wallace (Delta Upsilon) Joanna Lukz to Dominic Lawrence Gatta III, July 29, 2006.
Jaime Midkiff to Shaun Kurry, March 30, 2006.
Boston (Eta deuteron) Lisa Newman to David Lindenbaum, Aug. 20, 2006.
Indiana (Beta Tau) Jane Norlander to Jonathan Harrell, July 1, 2006.
Bowling Green State (Beta Omicron) Andrea Velie to Daniel Bell, June 3, 2006.
Indiana U. Southeast (Zeta Epsilon) Kasey Drury to Paul Hodges II, April 22, 2006.
Kate Sockrider to Travis Thoma, June 17, 2006. Butler (Epsilon Beta) Maryellen Taylor to Nick Butler, Sept. 2, 2006.
Carolyn Appleton to Kevin Zinter, Aug. 12, 2006.
Johns Hopkins (Zeta Omicron deuteron) Melissa Sydney to Adam Marshak, Sept. 3, 2006.
Santa Clara (Zeta Gamma) Bethany Stevenson to Ian Kelly, Sept. 2, 2006. Claudia Panontin to Lawrence Jones, July 23, 2006. Seton Hall (Eta Eta) Heather Ricca to Ethan Oguss, Aug. 5, 2006. Shippensburg (Theta Xi) Becky Huegel to Mark McCracken, Aug. 5, 2006. Southern Illinois (Epsilon Xi) Jessica McCurley to Christopher States, Oct. 21, 2006. SUNY/Plattsburgh (Theta Psi) Jacey Virga to Robert Recor, March 18, 2006.
Sarah Gossett to Wayne Literal, June 10, 2006.
Loyola Marymount (Zeta Beta) Lauren Antonioli to Jeffrey Cymerys, April 8, 2006.
Cameron (Theta Rho) Kari Stanley to Chad Meyer, Aug. 12, 2006.
Maine (Delta Nu) Alisia Melvin to Michael Leavitt, June 24, 2006.
Texas A&M/Commerce (Delta Beta) Joyce Whisler to George “Kyle” Wheeler, March 18, 2006.
Case Western Reserve (Zeta Pi) Susan Patterson to Michael Swiger, July 8, 2006.
Miami University (Gamma Nu) Jean Cameron to Dennis Hahm, Sept. 30, 2006.
Toronto (Xi) Irena Miklavcic to TJ Hall, May 27, 2006.
Central Missouri (Theta Lambda) Carolyn Clark to James Brown, Aug. 5, 2006.
Lauren Saul to Derek Smith, March 18, 2006.
UC/Irvine (Eta Kappa) Stacy Ryan to Logan Ayers, Nov. 11, 2006.
CSU/San Bernardino (Eta Beta) Holly Dean to Jonathan Crane, Oct. 7, 2006. DePauw (Gamma) Sarah Haberer to Ryan Myers, March 11, 2006. Duquesne (Epsilon Iota) Erin Moran to Kevin Harrigan, July 8, 2006. Eastern Illinois (Zeta Alpha) Juliette DeLos Reyes to Christopher Caldwell, Sept. 30, 2006. Katie Doehner to Matt Konecki, Aug. 5, 2006. Alison Threlkeld to Joe Mark, Sept. 2, 2006. Idaho (Beta Zeta) Stefanie Hitchcock to David Reinke, June 10, 2006.
NC State (Epsilon Phi deuteron) Alma Jessica Owens to Robert W. Brooks III, April 22, 2006. Nebraska (Nu) Patricia Pile to Benjamin Martens, July 22, 2006. North Texas (Gamma Eta) Jennifer MacDonald to Lt. Travis A. Cole, Sept. 23, 2006. Purdue (Delta Mu) Kerry Thorne to Micah Davis, Sept. 3, 2006. Sacramento State (Epsilon Gamma) Rachel Sweigert to Nathan Burks, July 15, 2006. San Diego State (Gamma Alpha) Tami Letford to Daniel Bender, June 11, 2006. Nicole Senigaglia to Lane Dawson, March 25, 2006.
Illinois (Beta Alpha) Kimberly Ostberg to Timothy Knecht, Aug. 26, 2006.
If you would like a record of a birth, adoption, marriage or death included in the Quarterly, please visit www.alphaphi.org/news/quarterlyinfo.html or call 847.316.8938. WINTER 2007
UC/Santa Barbara (Gamma Beta) Jill Rosenkrantz to Jay Goldstein, June 18, 2006. Tisha Kruse to Kevin Voeller, Aug. 5, 2006. University of the Pacific (Iota Gamma) Deanna Midtaune to Corrigan Willis, July 29, 2006. Virginia (Zeta Iota) Jennifer Linkous to David Baldini, July 28, 2006. Lara June McCauley to William J. Newman III, Sept. 16, 2006. Virginia Tech (Eta Omicron) Lauren Duvall to Ryan Carl, Aug. 12, 2006. Washburn (Upsilon) Sarah Kough to Blake Rice, Aug. 5, 2006. Washington (Sigma) Mary-Kelly Gaebel to John Bradwin, Aug. 13, 2006. Washington State (Beta Rho deuteron) Michelle Wells to Lane Christopher McIlvoy, Aug. 5, 2006. Margo Anderson to Josh Newman, June 24, 2006.
Michelle Hogue to Joshua Stewart, July 9, 2006. Heather Haight to Jeremy Weeks, Oct. 7, 2006. West Virginia (Beta Iota) Megan Toselli to Brian Foote, June 10, 2006.
Silent Chapter Butler (Epsilon Beta) Sarah Tutewiler Bruning Truman (’83), Sept. 24, 2006. Michele Morsette Vitale (’68), July 24, 2006. Cal Poly (Epsilon Chi) Vikki Kastner Harrison (’85), Aug. 12, 2006.
It is the responsibility of every initiated Alpha Phi to see that the badge she wears is protected and is never worn by, or in the possession of, a nonmember. When an Alpha Phi enters the Silent Chapter, her badge may be buried with her or returned to the Executive Office, where it will be preserved in the memorabilia collection.
Colorado (Beta Gamma) Elsie Jane “E. Jay” Gamer Greger (’43), Sept. 23, 2006.
Northwestern (Beta) Ruth Hibbard Hilker (’41), Aug. 22, 2006.
Ethel “Sheila” Herman McKey (’48), June 7, 2006.
Mary Agnes Fitzsimmons Schroeder (’37), Aug. 2, 2006.
Margaret Lawrence Stevens (’49), Aug. 2, 2006.
Ohio State (Rho) Carolyn Ezzo Sprague (’50), July 26, 2006.
Eloise Presley Woodson (’47), July 22, 2006. Drury (Gamma Gamma) Virginia Elizabeth Roberts Beezley (’50), July 18, 2006.
Oklahoma (Phi) Lillian Born Norberg (’27), Oct. 7, 2006.
East Carolina (Delta Alpha) Renee Lynn Hoffman (’89), July 15, 2006.
Sacramento State (Epsilon Gamma) Janet Ann Meyer Thompson (’68), July 22, 2006.
Indiana (Beta Tau) Sally Woleben Devol (’47), Sept. 28, 2006.
Texas (Omega) Joanne Kingsbery Craig (’47), Feb. 17, 2006.
Patricia Murphy Myers (’52), March 13, 2006.
UC/Santa Barbara (Gamma Beta) Martha “Peggy” Jane Crooks Rose (’50), July 20, 2006.
Kansas (Gamma Delta) Shawn Corwin-Myland (’78), Oct. 1, 2006. Miami University (Gamma Nu) Megan Filipek (’03), Aug. 5, 2006. Missouri (Omicron) Rosemarie Downer Lampton (’92), May 30, 2006. Montana (Chi) Sue Scott Clow MacDonald (’39), Sept. 20, 2006. Nebraska (Nu) Ruth Ann Hinds Egan (’49), Sept. 23, 2006. Kari Lynn Megard Klimaszewski (’77), Aug. 18, 2006.
USC (Beta Pi) Jocelyn Palmer (’76), June 16, 2006. Carol Samson (’58), July 17, 2006. Washburn (Upsilon) Winifred “Winnie” Killian Meyers (’30), July 14, 2006. Washington (Sigma) Sally Morrill Hepler (’52), Aug. 4, 2006. Washington State (Beta Rho) Jacolyn Schussler Robbins (’47), Aug. 9, 2006.
North Texas (Gamma Eta) Tippi Angela West Gerdes (’84), June 2, 2006. PA G E T H I R T Y- F I V E
R E U N I O N S
A Reunion Across Borders Gamma Alphas Reunite Annually
Sisters from San Diego State’s (Gamma Alpha) 1961 pledge class mark their 45th anniversary with a reunion. The group traveled to Scarborough, Maine, and toured the state’s east coast before arriving in Boston, Mass.
UC/Berkeley (Lambda) sisters from the 1960 new member class enjoy a summer reunion in Las Gaviotas, Baja Norte, Mexico.
Rochester Meliora Weekend Beta Delta’s Reunion Getaway
UCLA (Beta Delta) alumnae from the late 1980s gather for a reunion at Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, Wash.
Omicron Alumnae Celebrate 25-Year Reunion
Missouri (Omicron) alumnae enjoy their 25-year reunion aboard Royal Caribbean’s Enchantment of the Sea cruising from Fort Lauderdale to Key West and Cozumel.
Theta Kappa alumnae return to the Rochester campus to enjoy Meliora Weekend, a family weekend featuring Homecoming and regatta events.
Sisters Continue Biennial Tradition
The Indiana (Beta Tau) class of 1982 returns to the university and tours the Beta Tau chapter house. The group reunites every two years.
Back to School SHARE YOUR STORIES
Has a group of women from your collegiate chapter gathered recently for a reunion? E-mail details and photos to quarterly@alphaphi.org. Information may also be mailed to Alpha Phi Quarterly, 1930 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL 60201. Wisconsin/Stout (Gamma Sigma) sisters reunite at the university, visiting the Wilson Place Museum, which during the 1950s was a private home where the chapter’s formal initiations were conducted. They toured campus and enjoyed lunch. The next reunion is planned for 2008 to celebrate the chapter’s 50th anniversary. PA G E T H I R T Y- S I X
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B U L L E T I N ASHLAND (EPSILON ALPHA) 40TH REUNION Save the date! Oct. 12-14, 2007. For more information contact Karen McGrainor Hoy at karen_hoy@ml.com or 800.678.5763. ATTENTION EPSILON NU ALUMNAE Catch up with old friends. Update sisters about your life. Find out what is happening with the chapter. Network. Join the Epsilon Nu Web group at http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/ENChapterofAlphaPhi/ or contact Holly Malek Bryk at casabryk@aol.com for more information. SHIPPENSBURG (THETA XI) 15TH ANNIVERSARY March 31, 2007 Events will be held throughout the day at the chapter house; the main event will be dinner and dancing at the Carriage Haus in Newville. The evening will conclude in Shippensburg. For more information contact Misty Milburn Wilson at mistified9@hotmail.com or 717.731.0719.
ATTENTION COLLEGIANS: COMMUNICATIONS INTERN WANTED Interested in gaining first-hand experience in one or more of the following areas? • Magazine publication • Public relations Internships are unpaid. Candidates must be able to receive academic credit. For details, contact Kayee Dooley at kdooley@alphaphi.org or 847.316.8938. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A QUARTERLY CONTRIBUTOR? The Quarterly seeks Alpha Phi professionals to write articles based on their areas of expertise. Please contact quarterly@alphaphi.org. SISTERS WANTED TO SHARE THEIR STORIES WITH THE QUARTERLY Upcoming issues of the Quarterly will focus on the following themes: • Love of Animals • Alumnae of Distinction Visit www.alphaphi.org/news/quarterly info.html for details about what is desired for each topic.
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WINTER 2007
PA G E T H I R T Y- S E V E N
What are you wearing this winter?
red
We suggest something
One day a year, what you wear is a matter of life and death. February 2 is National Wear Red Day. Join the Alpha Phi Foundation and the American Heart Association in the fight against the No. 1 killer of women in North America. Visit www.alphaphi.org to learn how you can wear red in your own fashion.
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