A Publication of Alpha Phi International Fraternity Since 1888 Vol. 127, No. 1 Winter 2015
Inside: Inaugural Leadership Fellows Program Honoring Founders’ Day Chapters Celebrate Milestone Anniversaries Alpha Phi Expands in Midwest
Partnerships with
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Collegiate chapters make an impact in their local communities.
Message from THE theINTERNATIONAL International PRESIDENT President MESSAGE FROM Dear Sisters,
International Executive Board President: Deana Koonsman Gage Laura Jen Kin Berger Susan Bevan Tobi Board Nieland Jacqueline Schools Coree Smith Jennifer Holsman Tetreault Rebecca Andrew Zanatta Ex-officio: Sally McCall Grant, NPC Delegate Ex-officio: Linda Wells Kahangi, Executive Director Ex-officio: Diane Spry Straker, Foundation Chair
Foundation Directors Chair: Diane Spry Straker Vice Chair: Mary Beth Cooleen Tully Treasurer: Judy Ethell Secretary: Colleen Sirhal Gretchen Wilson Alarcon Kim Brown Brannon Jean Creamer Hodges
Karen McChesney Howe Nancy Salisbury Trillo Ex-officio: Ann Brinkman Carstensen, Executive Director Ex-officio: Deana Koonsman Gage, International President
National Panhellenic Conference Alpha Phi Delegate: Sally McCall Grant First Alternate Delegate: Laura Malley-Schmitt Second Alternate Delegate: Ruth Gallagher Nelson Third Alternate Delegate: Laura Lynn Davidson Ellett
Editorial Advisory Board Cayce Putnam Blackley Sheila George Bright Heidi Gempeler Kathy Feeney Hiemstra Karen McChesney Howe Denise Blankenship Joyce
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February is quickly approaching. Many of us have childhood memories of decorating our Valentine’s Day boxes and picking out the perfect cards for our classmates. Then there were the fun celebrations full of heart-shaped cookies, chocolate candy and red punch. As we grew older, Valentine’s Day took on a different meaning, and we anticipated a special note or a bouquet of roses from an admirer — an indication that we were a bit more special than the other girls in class. And now, as members of Alpha Phi, we look at this heartfelt season from a different perspective. Alpha Phi has focused on women’s heart health for more than 50 years. Our philanthropic arm, Alpha Phi Foundation, advances research, educates our members about heart health and empowers our sisters to be generous givers. Because of the Foundation’s mission, our members are better able to care for themselves and those they love. As chapters and as individuals, we support local organizations and coordinate events that make our communities healthier. And while these health-motivated endeavors are important, we are also mindful of our “other” hearts — the place we learn to feel. Since 1872, Alpha Phi has nurtured hearts in a way that medicine cannot. Our Founders pledged to create a tie that would bind us “heart to heart,” and that sisterhood has endured 142 years. During recruitment, sisterhood is a popular topic of discussion. We converse eloquently about it, but most of us don’t know we’ve found it until we’ve experienced it firsthand. Helen Keller once said, “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched — they must be felt with the heart.” Many sisters have reconnected years after graduating college, and I know they are grateful to still feel the heart of Alpha Phi’s sisterhood, the same heart they felt as undergraduate members. Even though many years have passed, it’s amazing how we can pick up where we left off, celebrating our families and other milestones without skipping a beat. We even open our hearts to sisters in need, helping to carry their burdens during life’s tougher times. Alpha Phi will always have a special place in each of our lives. So take good care of your heart, but also embrace the opportunity to feel its power: reach out to a sister or loved one, volunteer for Alpha Phi or a community organization, donate to your collegiate chapter or make a gift to Alpha Phi Foundation. Honor your sisters by doing what you need to do to make yourself a better woman, because it’s the best women that make Alpha Phi. Heart to Heart,
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Deana Koonsman Gage (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech) International President
Contents Fraternity and Foundation Host Founders’ Day Events......................................... 2 PEOPLE ....................................................................4 Alpha Phi Holds Inaugural Leadership Fellows Program...................................... 6 PARTNERSHIPS WITH HEART.................................... 8 ALUMNAE PRIDE .................................................... 12 Chapters Celebrate Milestone Anniversaries......... 17
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HOUSING HIGHLIGHTS........................................... 18 ON CAMPUS ......................................................... 20 Interfraternal News....................................................25 EXTENSION UPDATE ............................................... 27 Honor Society Inductees.......................................... 28 ALPHA PHI FOUNDATION.................................... 30
Letter from Board Chair ................................... 30
Financial Annual Report ................................... 31
Alpha Phi Foundation Launches Lifesaving AED Campaign ................................32 Foundation Makes Donation to Frances Willard Historical Association............. 33 REUNIONS............................................................. 34 SILENT CHAPTER.................................................... 35 ALPHA PHI ASKS: NOW AND THEN........................ 36
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ALPHA PHI INTERNATIONAL
Celebrates 142 Years of Extraordinary Sisterhood
October 2014 marked the 142nd anniversary of Alpha Phi’s founding. Alpha Phi International Fraternity and Foundation commemorated this special milestone with Founders’ Day celebrations in eight cities across the United States. The following cities were selected to host the events: Cleveland, Dallas, Houston, Portland, Ore., Princeton, N.J., San Diego, St. Louis and Washington, D.C. Events ranged from brunches to champagne luncheons and were held at local eateries, country clubs and boutique hotels. These gatherings offered a time for sisters to celebrate our heritage, connect with one another and network with International leaders. “Founders’ Day events are designed to reconnect members with both our mission and vision for the Fraternity,” said International Executive Board Director Jennifer Holsman Tetreault (Gamma Pi-Arizona State), who attended the Portland
Event planners, Executive Office staff and International leaders celebrate Founders’ Day in Dallas.
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Executive Office staff member Sharon Stephens Jensen (Nu-Nebraska), Pamela Marshall Sinco (Gamma GammaDrury) and Amy Rizek Larsen (Nu-Nebraska) enjoy Founders’ Day in San Diego.
Sisters celebrate Founders’ Day in Houston. Pictured are (from left): Jamie Adams Kowaleski and Amanda Worthy Weeks (both Gamma Pi-Arizona State).
event. “This year, the events throughout the country helped Alpha Phis celebrate our past and be inspired by our future.” Each event was chaired by a local alumna with support from the Executive Office staff. International President Deana Koonsman Gage (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech), Foundation Chair Diane Spry Straker (Delta Alpha-East Carolina) and other distinguished Alpha Phi volunteers spoke at the events. “Our Founders were exceptional young women,” Deana said. “Their bold vision continues to guide the Fraternity and Foundation today, and we were pleased to share some of Alpha Phi’s current plans and accomplishments at these events.” A brief State of the Fraternity and Foundation was given that included updates on collegiate recruitment, alumnae involvement, extension, leadership initiatives and Foundation highlights. Houston Event Chair Linda Schraub Ray (Omega-Texas) appreciated the information shared about local collegiate chapters. “We all enjoyed lunching in the garden setting while hearing the latest Alpha Phi International news and updates on both existing and new chapters,” she said. Alumnae enjoy Founders’ Day in St. Louis.
Table decorations at the Founders’ Day event in Cleveland include photos of Alpha Phi’s Founders.
More than 350 alumnae representing 105 collegiate chapters attended this year’s Founders’ Day events. Several members in attendance hadn’t been involved with Alpha Phi since their collegiate days, and they utilized this opportunity to reconnect with sisters in their area. “After 45 years of no contact with my Alpha Phi sisters, I decided to attend Founders’ Day,” said alumna Sallie Berghorn Brown (Gamma Alpha-San Diego State). “I am especially glad I did because the friendliness of my sorority sisters and the cheerfulness of this event reminded me of the love I had for my Alpha Phi sisters so many years ago.” Princeton Event Chair Arielle Bavarsky (Rho-Ohio State) echoed a similar sentiment. “It was wonderful to be able to enjoy the company of members from all different chapters and age groups,” she said. Founders’ Day is a time for members everywhere to honor Alpha Phi’s past, present and future. Special thanks to the event chairs, speakers and volunteers who made all events a success!
Foundation Chair Diane Spry Straker (Delta Alpha-East Carolina) addresses the Houston Founders’ Day attendees.
Alumnae gather before the Founders' Day event in St. Louis. Pictured are (from left): Valerie Lawlor (Omicron-Missouri), Amy Jordan Tvrdik (Omicron-Missouri), Sara Kite (Rho-Ohio State) and Liz Underwood Drouin (Omicron-Missouri).
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AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS Sister Receives Patriotic Award Tara Battiato (OmegaTexas) received the Patriotic Employer Award on behalf of Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), an organization that supports reservists by ensuring they maintain civilian employment when they are called to active duty orders. Tara, who serves as the cheerleader manager for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, was nominated by a first-year member of the squad who is currently an active-duty reservist in the U.S. Navy.
Sister Wins Equestrian Competition On July 27, 2014, collegian Lindsay Douglass (KappaStanford) and her horse Butterfly Tibri Z won the 1.40M Small Tour of the Grand Prix in Vlamertinge, Belgium. With a time of 36 seconds, Lindsay surpassed the former Belgian champion to win the event.
Scholarship Established in Honor of Alumna The Frisco Education Foundation in Frisco, Texas, has established the Cynthia Parker Honor Scholarship for Fine Arts in honor of alumna Cynthia Wilson Parker (Gamma Eta-North Texas). The inaugural award was presented in May 2014 to one of Cynthia’s former students. Cynthia is a retired fine arts teacher in the Frisco Independent School District (FISD), where she taught for 26 years. For the last 10 years she taught at Wester Middle School in Frisco, Texas, which has consistently appeared on the Texas Schools to Watch® list. Cynthia has had student’s artwork displayed at the Dallas Museum of Art and she has served as a certified art judge for the Texas Art Education Association’s (TAEA) Visual Arts Scholastic Event (VASE).
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Photo Credit: Indiana Supreme Court
People Alumna Named Chief Justice Loretta Hogan Rush (Delta Mu-Purdue) made history in August when she was the first woman named chief justice of the Indiana Supreme Court. She spent 14 years as a judge in Tippecanoe County, Ind., before being appointed to the Supreme Court by then-Gov. Mitch Daniels. She joins 19 other women heading state supreme courts in the United States.
BUSINESS
Alumna Patents Product Kari DeBlois Brown (Epsilon GammaSacramento State) has launched Brilliant Snaps, a color-coding snap system designed for infant attire. Kari developed the idea after becoming frustrated with onesies when changing her sons’ diapers. The product was patented last year after 10 years of development and planning. To learn more or to purchase, visit brilliantsnaps.com.
MUSIC Sister Recognized for Professional Achievements
Sister’s Country Music Is Recognized
Linda Pautsch Cleveland (Epsilon Beta-Butler) was named to Dayton Business Journal’s “Bizwomen: Dayton’s Power 50,” a list of the 50 most influential women in the Dayton, Ohio, region. Linda is president of Industry Products Co. in Piqua, Ohio, a company that makes cargo floors, tire covers and watershields for automotive companies. Currently, the company ranks as the third-largest woman-owned firm in the Dayton region with 490 total workers and $79 million in revenue. The Dayton Business Journal editorial board selected women for inclusion on this list based on their position within their companies and their community impact.
Cindy Lee Marinelli Alden (Epsilon Iota-Duquesne) was recently named to the Top 10 Female Vocalist ballot on behalf of Inspirational Country Music’s (ICM) Faith, Family & Country™ Awards. The ICM association is dedicated to honoring and showcasing the biggest names and emerging talent among artists who perform inspirational and Christian country music. The awards week was held in November in Nashville, Tenn. Visit cindyleealden.com for more information about Cindy and her music.
Alumna Receives Professional Honor
Alexis McNeal (TauOregon) released her debut self-titled album “Alexis McNeal” in July 2014. Alexis partnered with R&B sensation TQ and Clockworks Entertainment, Inc., in Corpus Christi, Texas, to record and produce the album, which is now available on iTunes. To learn more about Alexis and her music, visit alexismcneal.com.
Rachel Goldstein Gottlieb (Epsilon Psi-Lehigh) was named to UBS Wealth Management America’s (WMA) Top 35 Under 35 program. The program is designed to promote financial advisor best practices at UBS WMA, recognizing advisor’s demonstrated outstanding success in client service. Rachel currently serves as a senior vice presidentwealth management advisor at UBS. She is also a certified financial planner (CFP®) practitioner as well as a certified divorce financial analyst (CDFA™). Today, Rachel manages approx. $350 million for her clients.
Sister Releases Debut Album
Sister Styles Celebrity Wedding Ann Caruso (Zeta Rho-Bentley), a celebrity stylist and fashion expert, recently styled the high-profile wedding of actor George Clooney and Amal Alamuddin. Ann began her career working as a design assistant at Ralph Lauren and later transitioned to the fashion department at Vogue magazine, where she remained for six years. She is now a freelance stylist, with her looks appearing in magazines such as Harper’s Bazaar, InStyle, Town & Country and Vanity Fair. Learn more about Ann at anncaruso.com.
Alumna Launches Beauty Website
ENTERTAINMENT Sister Attends Ceremonial Bill Signing
Lisa Haning Blackburn (Delta Delta-Oklahoma City) attended the ceremonial signing of House Bill 1378 “Dustin Rhodes and Lindsay Steed CPR Training Act,” which requires all students enrolled in Oklahoma public schools to learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) before graduation. Lisa is the co-chair of Oklahoma City’s Circle of Red, a society of women who serve as ambassadors for the local American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women® campaign. Also serving on Oklahoma City’s Circle of Red society are alumnae Jacqueline Leveridge Fiegel (Delta Delta-Oklahoma City) and Dr. Dawn Wellington Tartaglione (Theta Gamma-Truman State).
Photo Credit: Fox Broadcasting Company
NONPROFITS Photo Credit: Oklahoma City Go Red for Women ®
Photo Credit: anncaruso.com
FASHION
Collegian Stars in Television Series Zoe Levin (Zeta BetaLoyola Marymount) stars as Kara Souders in the Fox television series “Red Band Society,” a drama about teenage patients in a hospital pediatric ward. Zoe caught her big break in 2010 after her performances at Chicago’s Lookingglass Theatre landed her a role in David Schwimmer’s acclaimed film Trust. In 2013, she played the role of Steph in the coming-of-age film The Way Way Back starring Steve Carell. Zoe is a native of Glencoe, Ill., but currently resides in Los Angeles, where she is pursuing her acting career and studying theatre at Loyola Marymount.
Jennifer Wescott (Theta Theta-St. Joseph’s) has launched a beauty and fashion website, love and labels. Love and labels is an informative lifestyle brand focused on fashion, beauty and emerging trends. Created as a platform to provide inspiration, shopping tips and a sense of community, love and labels strives to connect readers with cutting-edge brands. Since its launch, love and labels has collaborated with top brands such as Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim, Lucky magazine, Mi-Me bath and body, 6 Shore Road swimwear and Glossybox. Jennifer currently serves as the chapter advisor for Barry (Theta Omega). Learn more about Jennifer’s site at loveandlabels.net.
Featuring Alpha Phi To see more news about Alpha Phi sisters, visit alphaphi.org/chapter/news.
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Part one of the inaugural Alpha Phi International Fellows Program was held on Aug. 5–10, 2014, at the Northwestern (Beta) chapter facility in Evanston, Ill. This interactive learning experience included large and small group discussions focusing on career preparedness, personal branding, mock interviewing, networking and continuing to build affinity towards Alpha Phi. Thirty-nine fellows — all of whom are seniors or first-year graduate students — attended and received a fully-funded scholarship from Alpha Phi Foundation that included travel, lodging and meals. These women will meet again in June 2015 to complete part two of the program, which will consist of presentations of a year-long capstone project and feedback from best-selling author, Dr. Lois Frankel.
The Fraternity would like to thank Alpha Phi Foundation for their support of the Alpha Phi International Fellows Program. Through this partnership, we are providing our members with a competitive advantage following graduation.
“I learned how to capitalize on my leadership strengths. I was also able to pinpoint what I need to work on to enhance my abilities. I was able to do this all in a positive atmosphere filled with Alpha Phi sisters and alumnae!” - ANNA HEDLUND (IOTA XI-DENVER)
TOP ROW: Kayla Eyster (Delta Upsilon-Baldwin Wallace) gives her suggestions on how to be an empowering leader. | Cassie Caranci (Theta Eta-Western) speaks with Fraternity Executive Director Linda Wells Kahangi (Zeta Delta-Iowa State), after an interactive Q&A session. SECOND ROW: Bryce Gassner (Epsilon Chi-Cal Poly) and Kaylee Schaefer (Beta Omega-Kent State) review the current state of their personal goals and identify the gaps in achieving them. | A listing of student fellows can be found at alphaphi.org (keyword: leadership fellows). THIRD ROW: A listing of alumnae cohort facilitators can be found at alphaphi.org (keyword: leadership fellows). | Cheltzie MillerBailey (Epsilon Theta-Northern Iowa) and Jaime Rehm (Eta MuMarquette) practice their elevator speeches. BOTTOM ROW: Emily Mitch (Delta Kappa-Wisconsin/La Crosse) and Emma Jones (Xi-Toronto) complete step three of the four-step process on how to communicate a personal brand.
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“The Fellows Program takes place in a comfortable setting, but it also forces you out of your comfort zone so you have the greatest growth opportunity. I learned many things about entering the workforce that my university had not yet prepared me for.” - JAMILA HUQ (IOTA THETAWILFRID LAURIER)
“I learned how to present myself as a confident young woman and gained skills that will be beneficial in the world outside of college. The program helped me realize my potential as a leader and harness the skills I will use as a professional.” -G LORIA FUHRMAN (DELTA DELTA-OKLAHOMA CITY)
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Partnerships with
Heart By Deana Kaplan, Alpha Phi Foundation Marketing and Communications Manager
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Alpha Phis take pride in their dedication to raising awareness for heart disease, the No. 1 killer of women. Collegiate chapters on campuses across North America host philanthropy events each year — ranging from galas and 5Ks to talent competitions and tournaments — with a unified goal in mind: to raise funds that support the fight against heart disease in women. Today, chapters are taking this commitment to women’s heart health one step further by making an impact in their local communities. Florida State Creates a Name for Itself with Local Hospital
In 2012, just one year after being reinstalled, the women at Florida State (Gamma Phi) found themselves in the unique position to establish a local partnership within the community. Through an introduction from Chapter Advisor Becky Cornwell Brinson (Delta Epsilon-Iowa), Vice President of Marketing Lauren Wallace (Gamma PhiFlorida State) reached out to Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Foundation (TMH Foundation) in Tallahassee, Fla. “I saw the potential for our chapter to create a local community project and to make a name for ourselves as a new organization on campus,” Lauren says. After connecting with TMH Foundation’s Development Director Aaron Kinnon and Tallahassee Memorial Hospital’s Director of Cardiovascular Labs Lisa Mullee, they initiated a partnership. The chapter would donate a portion of annual proceeds from their Red Dress Gala to TMH Foundation through Alpha Phi Foundation’s Community Contributions program (see sidebar on page 10). This program allows collegiate chapters to designate up to 50 percent of the proceeds from their Red Dress events to a local community partner or a specific Foundation program. Each fall TMH Foundation purchases a table at Florida State’s Red Dress Gala, with members of the medical and Foundation staff joining for an evening of entertainment and fundraising. They also provide two speakers for the gala each year — a doctor and a heart disease survivor — who share their personal experiences with attendees.
Members of Florida State (Gamma Phi) visit Tallahassee Memorial’s Heart & Vascular Center. Pictured are (from left): Jessica Helton, Maegan McCallum, McKenzie Moore, Lilly Meadows, Haley Cothern and Lindsay Pelotte.
“Over the past three years, I have witnessed the commitment and desire the women of Alpha Phi have to improve heart health and care in our community.”
“This partnership brings awareness to heart disease in women and highlights the fact it can affect women of all ages,” shares Lisa. “Heart disease can often mask itself in individuals who outwardly appear perfectly healthy but inwardly can potentially have significant heart issues.” “Our relationship with the hospital is incredible because our chapter is able to see the money we raise each year make an impact right here in Tallahassee,” says 2014 Vice President of Marketing Ivey Rooney (Gamma Phi-Florida State). The relationship with TMH Foundation also holds a special place in Ivey’s heart: “Tallahassee Memorial is my hospital. I was born there.” WINTER 2015
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Washington’s (Sigma) Red Dress Gala features a live auction, a raffle and a guest speaker.
“These funds provide the seed money for new ideas being tested by early career investigators. This is research that wouldn’t otherwise be supported.” Washington Funds Exploratory Heart Health Research
This partnership extends beyond the chapter’s Red Dress Gala each year, as the two groups touch base monthly. “Aaron and Lisa stay in contact with our current Vice President of Marketing all year,” says Becky. “They invite the chapter to participate and volunteer at their local events, or to take tours of the facility.” “As a vice president, I was amazed to have this level of interaction with the TMH Foundation staff and to see how the hospital works,” says Ivey. In the three years since the partnership was established, Alpha Phi has contributed more than $95,000 to TMH Foundation to benefit Tallahassee Memorial Heart & Vascular Center — both through Florida State’s partnership and the 2012 Alpha Phi Foundation Heart to Heart Grant (see sidebar on page 11). TMH Foundation has recognized Alpha Phi in a variety of ways for these contributions — two of which include the naming of a wing and waiting room in the center. “Over the past three years, I have witnessed the commitment and desire the women of Alpha Phi have to improve heart health and care in our community,” says Aaron. “Having recently survived a second heart attack, I personally benefitted from the advanced heart care services at Tallahassee Memorial that Alpha Phi has supported. For me, that brings a very personal aspect to this already wonderful professional partnership with Alpha Phi.” 10
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In 2008, collegiate members at Washington (Sigma) determined they were ready to create strong ties with an organization in the local community. “They reached out to the University of Washington’s School of Medicine (UW Medicine) to set up meetings and explore opportunities,” says former Chapter Advisor Kelle Johnson Cross (Sigma-Washington). Utilizing Alpha Phi Foundation’s Community Contributions program, the chapter established a relationship with UW Medicine in which 50 percent of the proceeds from their Red Dress Gala each year would be used to create a grant. This grant would be used towards an early career investigator — an individual demonstrating outstanding early career development and achievement — who would pursue innovative heart health research; this research would then be used to apply for federal funding for further exploration. “These funds provide the seed money for new ideas being tested by early career investigators,” says UW Medicine Director for Philanthropy Jennifer Schmitt. “This is research that wouldn’t otherwise be supported.” Each year UW Medicine purchases a table at Washington’s Red Dress Gala. In attendance are members of the philanthropy office, cardiology staff and a patient. The patient shares a personal testimonial with everyone in attendance, further validating the guests’ reason for
Alpha Phi Foundation’s Community Contributions Program Alpha Phi Foundation’s Community Contributions program allows a collegiate or alumnae chapter to designate up to 50 percent of the proceeds from their philanthropy event each year to a community organization or to a specific Foundation program. Foundation programs that chapters may choose to support include scholarship, forget me not, women’s heart health, heritage, housing and leadership. The community organization must have public charity, Code Section 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, and a copy of the organization’s IRS Determination Letter is required before a donation can be processed. Canadian chapters should include the organization’s Charitable Registration Number when completing the online application. The online application can be found in the Donation Submissions section of the Philanthropy Event Toolkit on alphaphifoundation.org.
gathering that evening in the fight against heart disease. Part of the presentation at the Red Dress Gala also includes an update on the previous year’s grant money. This gives guests the opportunity to see the direct impact their giving has on Washington’s campus. “It brings it full circle to see the importance of the chapter’s work,” says Kelle. “Guests can see what the gala is benefitting, which also helps to make a connection for the parents.” Over the years, the UW Medicine Advancement staff and the chapter have created an ongoing relationship that stretches beyond the annual Red Dress Gala. “Their staff is really helpful, and always interested in what the chapter is doing,” says 2014 Director of Red Dress Claire Daddino (Sigma-Washington). “They’re
always enthusiastic and able to fit whatever our needs are.” In addition to providing updates on the grant money at Red Dress Gala each year, members of the UW Medicine Advancement staff visit the chapter house in the time leading up to the gala to give the chapter an update and build excitement for the event. “This partnership gives Red Dress a deeper meaning and purpose,” says Claire. To date the chapter has donated more than $195,000 to UW Medicine. “The women of Alpha Phi make UW proud,” adds Jennifer. “It’s inspiring to see the philanthropic traditions Alpha Phi has created carry down through the generations.” Miami University Ensures the Availability of Automated External Defibrillators on Campus
Following the success of their 2013 Red Dress Gala, the 2014 planning committee at Miami University (Gamma Nu) immediately brainstormed ways to build on the chapter’s momentum and increase campus involvement. “We wanted everyone on Miami’s campus to know that Alpha Phi supports women’s heart health,” says 2014 Director of Philanthropy Ashley Snyder (Gamma Nu-Miami University). “We knew that we wanted to continue donating to Alpha Phi Foundation and all that it offers, but we also wanted to make a statement on campus with our donation.” The planning committee spent a lot of time discussing the difficulties involved in educating college students about women’s heart health. They knew that they wanted to come up with a way to make an impact on students’ lives, as well as the life of any individual who stepped foot on campus. Ashley’s father is a fire chief who uses automated external defibrillators (AEDs) almost daily. She presented this idea to the committee members and it resonated with them. Soon after establishing a plan, they began researching who to contact in regards to adding more AEDs on campus. “We were directed to the Miami University Police Department,” says Ashley. “I spoke with police Chief John McCandless, and that phone call was the turning point of our philanthropy.” “Ironically, after speaking with him
and explaining our cause, I found out that the police department was getting ready to assess and purchase more AEDs for campus because there were not enough and some were broken. It could not have been better timing,” she says. Chief McCandless attended the chapter’s 2014 Red Dress Gala and was one of the honorary speakers that evening. He shared a map of the campus so guests were able to see where AEDs were currently located and where they would be added with the proceeds donated from the event. The chapter raised more than $24,000 in one night, and more than $12,000 of the donations went toward the police department through Alpha Phi Foundation’s Community Contributions program. This amount surpassed the chapter’s original goal and will fund the AED project in its entirety. “This is a wonderful group of women,” Chief McCandless says. “The fact that they are doing this for Miami’s campus speaks volumes to their character. This initiative is going to save someone’s life.”
Extending Alpha Phi’s Commitment to Women’s Heart Health
Through ongoing community partnerships, these collegiate chapters are furthering their dedication to women’s heart health, while making a lasting impact in their local communities. These relationships have the power to save lives and promote medical advancements in the continued fight against heart disease in women.
Community Partners Receive Heart to Heart Grant Nominated by the members of Washington (Sigma), the University of Washington’s Division of Cardiology was the sole recipient of Alpha Phi Foundation’s 2012 Heart to Heart Grant. This $50,000 grant funded the research project: “Are There Gender-Related Differences in Atherosclerosis Plaque Composition and Response to Therapy?” This study allowed medical professionals to further explore atherosclerosis — the hardening of the arteries — which results in heart attacks and strokes in women. Nominated by the members of Florida State (Gamma Phi), Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Foundation was one of two recipients of Alpha Phi Foundation’s Heart to Heart Grant in 2013. The $50,000 grant allowed TMH Foundation to introduce a new program: “Empowering Women to Save Lives through CPR Training.” Funds from this grant assisted in the training of 600 women (girls to adults) in CPR, empowering them to save lives. The training took place in multiple small group sessions throughout 2013 with one large group CPR training in February 2014 that included an interactive exhibit of a large-scale replica of the human heart.
From top: Director of Philanthropy Ashley Snyder (Gamma Nu-Miami University) poses with her father at the gala. | Ashley addresses attendees during the gala. | Sisters at Miami University (Gamma Nu) celebrate in red. WINTER 2015
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BRITISH COLUMBIA British Columbia Alumnae assisted with British Columbia’s (Beta Theta) recruitment. The chapter attended Beta Theta’s Red Dressthemed Founders’ Day event at Society, a popular venue in Vancouver. The event, which celebrated the chapter’s 85 years on campus, featured a silent auction that raised money for the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. Contact: Emma Miller (Beta Theta-British Columbia), egcmiller@gmail.com Facebook: British Columbia Alumnae Chapter of Alpha Phi
ONTARIO Southwestern Ontario Members celebrated Founders’ Day with a wine and cheese event. Alumnae assisted local chapters with recruitment and participated in Western University’s (Theta Eta) Move Your Phi't philanthropy event. Contact: Kristen Cheng (Eta Chi-Bishop’s), k.cheng22@hotmail.com Facebook: Southwest Ontario Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter
UNITED STATES ALABAMA Birmingham Seven alumnae gathered to celebrate Founders’ Day. Helga Bjornson Visscher (Epsilon-Minnesota) presented Carolynne Bond Kent (Alpha Lambda-Alumna Initiate) with a copy of Alpha Phi’s history book, Alpha Phi International Fraternity: The First Fifty Years (1872-1922), Union Hand in Hand. Carolynne was honored with this gift as the founder of the Birmingham alumnae chapter in 1968. Contact: Helga Bjornson Visscher (Epsilon-Minnesota), hbviss@gmail.com Web: birminghamalphaphialumnae.yolasite.com Facebook: Alpha Phi Alumnae - Birmingham/ Tuscaloosa Chapter
BRITISH COLUMBIA, B.C. Alumnae join British Columbia (Beta Theta) collegians on Bid Day.
Members enjoyed a happy hour at Wirtshaus Restaurant and Bar. The chapter also held a successful executive board planning brunch. Area alumnae are invited to attend upcoming events. Connect with the chapter on Facebook for up-to-date information. Contact: Cyndee Ewing (Eta Kappa-UC/Irvine), cyndee.ewing@gmail.com Web: losangelesalphaphi.org Facebook: Alpha Phi Los Angeles Alumnae group
Orange County Members continued to meet for brunch on the fourth weekend of every month. Area alumnae are encouraged to join. Contact: Ellen Einkauf (Iota Lambda-Connecticut), ocalphaphialum@gmail.com Facebook: Orange County Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter
Silicon Valley Alumnae and guests took an exclusive tour of Levi’s® Stadium, the new home of the San Francisco 49ers. Members celebrated Founders’ Day with an event chaired by Amy Nobriga (Eta Delta-CSU/East Bay). Anne Lewis Naragon (Zeta Gamma-Santa Clara) hosted the chapter’s annual holiday party. Local alumnae and those new to the area are invited to join the chapter at future events. Contact: Karen Siegel Fitting (Eta Alpha-New Hampshire), karen@fittinginn.com Web: siliconvalleyphis.org Facebook: Silicon Valley Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter Twitter: SV_APhis
FLORIDA Jacksonville First Coast Members kicked off the year with a sisterhood retreat that included sightseeing and food tasting in Savannah, Ga. Sisters participated in a heart walk in September and raised more than $800 for the American Heart Association. In addition to celebrating Founders’ Day in October, the Jacksonville Alumnae Panhellenic (JAPA) celebrated its 100th anniversary with Robyn West Comeau (Delta Chi-William Woods) serving as president. Alumnae bonded with collegians by assisting with recruitment, attending a Red Dress Gala and renewing vows at initiation. Contact: Sarah Hartenstein Patterson (Iota DeltaRhode Island), sarahkaypatterson@gmail.com Web: sites.google.com/site/alphaphijaxfl/home Facebook: Jacksonville First Coast Alumnae Chapter of Alpha Phi
Palm Beach & Treasure Coast Six sisters attended a Founders’ Day Tea at the Chesterfield Palm Beach Hotel. Members enjoyed a painting party at Uptown Art in November and a cookie exchange in December. Area alumnae are encouraged to
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attend the Panhellenic Alumnae of Palm Beach County’s (PAPBC) scholarship luncheon on March 14 at Abacoa Golf Club in Jupiter, Fla. Contact: Nancy Stair Stainback (Gamma NuMiami University), nstainback@comcast.net Facebook: Palm Beach & Treasure Coast Alpha Phi Alumnae
Tampa Bay Alumnae look forward to future events, including treat making at Chocolates by Michelle in February; lunch at Columbia Café followed by a guided tour of the Tampa Bay History Center in March; and a bowling party with sisters and friends in April. Visit the chapter’s website for complete event details. Contact: Jackie Stubba (Beta Chi-Bucknell), jstubba@earthlink.net Web: tbaphi.com Facebook: Tampa Bay Alpha Phi Alumnae Twitter: Aphi_Tampa_Alum
GEORGIA Atlanta Alumnae enjoyed football games and nights out at Atlanta hotspots. Members Sarah Malis, Aulelia Morris, Stephanie Savitz and Marcela Moreno (all Iota Mu-Georgia Tech) volunteered with the annual LaAmistad Gala in downtown Atlanta. Sister Eryn Bernardy (Iota Mu-Georgia Tech) presented her microbiology research at the Vibrios 2014 meeting in Edinburgh, Scotland. The chapter celebrated Founders’ Day with an inaugural luncheon in Buckhead. Members also enjoyed a holiday soiree in December. Contact: Kelliann Baker (Iota Mu-Georgia Tech), kelliann.baker@gmail.com Web: alphaphiatlanta.org Facebook: Atlanta Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter Twitter: AtlAPhiAlumnae
ILLINOIS Chicago Western Villages The chapter enjoyed gatherings focused on food and fun. They look forward to dinner at a lively area restaurant in March. Members continue to plan outings with nearby alumnae chapters, including the DuPage Valley alumnae chapter. Contact: Christine Williams Barr (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech), chrisbarrw@att.net Facebook: Chicago Western Villages of Alpha Phi
DuPage Valley Members joined sisters of the Chicago Western Villages alumnae chapter for a Founders’ Day event. Elaine Diamant Sikorski, Arlene Kuhn Bettin and Sally Haas Wood (all Epsilon Delta-Northern Illinois) participated in a Founders’ Day ceremony. Contact: Deborah Drake Rutter (Omicron-Missouri), drutter332@comcast.net Facebook: DuPage Valley Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter
first all-chapter meeting, alumnae welcomed new members with an ice cream social. Contact: Marcia McKee Weddle (Gamma XiWichita State), mcweddle@cox.net Web: wichitaalphaphialum.org Facebook: Wichita Alumnae of Alpha Phi Twitter: WichitaAPhiAlum
MISSOURI Central Missouri
MILWAUKEE, WIS. Alumnae and collegians meet for a Founders’ Day celebration at Westmoor Country Club.
Lake County Member Rachelle Jervis (Delta Pi-Indiana State) received the Spirit of Strength award from Aspiritech in honor of her extraordinary volunteer efforts. Aspiritech, an organization staffed by those with highfunctioning autism and Asperger’s syndrome, provides domestic software testing and services. Rachelle also serves as the Illinois-area director of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Contact the chapter for information on upcoming activities. Contact: Nancy Weaver Roach (Delta Epsilon-Iowa), roach2@oldoak.net Facebook: Alpha Phi - Lake County (IL) Alumnae Chapter
INDIANA Indianapolis Alumnae participated in the American Heart Association’s Indianapolis Heart Walk and cheered on the local professional soccer team, The Indy Eleven. Members were honored to take part in Indianapolis Alumnae Panhellenic's (IAP) centennial celebration. Alpha Phi played an early role in the history of sororities in Indiana and the chapter was proud to share in this historic event. In attendance were Alpha Phi Panhellenic delegates, the Indianapolis alumnae chapter president and a local alumna representing one of the sponsors. Collegian Lauren Karmire (Epsilon Beta-Butler) was one of the IAP's scholarship recipients (see page 25). Contact: Katie Fischer Mackin (Iota IotaGeorge Washington), ktfischer@gmail.com Web: indyalphaphi.com Facebook: Indy Alpha Phi Twitter: IndyAlphaPhi
Founders’ Day. The event included a special ceremony and entertainment by Shy of a Dozen, Iowa State’s male a capella group. Monthly sisterhood socials continue to be held at many locations in the Greater Des Moines area. Contact: Rachel Manuel Bruns (Gamma Omicron-Drake), rachel.m.bruns@gmail.com Facebook: Alpha Phi Central Iowa Alumnae
KANSAS Greater Kansas City The chapter hosted a Welcome Back event, where alumnae enjoyed a taco dinner while catching up with sisters. Members sold dip mixes for the chapter’s fall Alpha Phi Foundation fundraiser. This year, sisters are encouraged to bring extra change to each meeting for a Change of Heart jar. These funds will be matched by the chapter up to $100 and donated to two local collegiate chapters: Washburn (Upsilon) and Missouri (Omicron). Contact: Allison Cink Rickels (Epsilon ThetaNorthern Iowa), president@kc-aphis.com Web: kc-aphis.com Facebook: Greater Kansas City Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter
Topeka The chapter assisted Washburn (Upsilon) with fall formal recruitment and joined them in welcoming 30 new members. Alumnae also celebrated Founders’ Day with local collegians. They enjoyed a brunch followed by a meeting and a ceremony. Contact: Laura Wywadis (Upsilon-Washburn), laurawywadis@yahoo.com Web: topekaaphialumnae.weebly.com Facebook: Topeka Alpha Phi Alumnae
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Alumnae hosted a meet-and-greet event at the Pumphouse in the city’s historic Old Town district. The chapter also assisted Wichita State (Gamma Xi) with formal recruitment by filling refreshments during the rounds and donating food for Bid Day. After the
Alumnae were excited to attend recruitment events for the recolonization of Alpha Phi at Iowa State (Zeta Delta). Sisters partnered with the Zeta Delta chapter to celebrate
Members enjoyed time at Canterbury Hill Winery and restaurant in Jefferson City, Mo., in September. Other fall events included a Founders' Day celebration and a campus tour with William Woods (Delta Chi), a happy hour at The Heidelburg Restaurant in Columbia, Mo., and a candlelight tour of the Missouri Governor's Mansion in December. Contact: Candice Carwile Marshall (Theta GammaTruman State), cmarshall.aphi@gmail.com Facebook: Central Missouri Alpha Phi Alumnae
NEBRASKA Omaha Alumnae held a wine tasting event at the home of Maria Petrow Knowles (Nu-Nebraska) and Beverly Todd (Nu-Nebraska) shared her wine expertise. Members also met for a Founders’ Day brunch and celebrated the history of Alpha Phi. The ivy connection group hosted a happy hour kickoff event and a new mom and tots group met for pumpkin decorating and crafts. The chapter also welcomed Tara Hollenbeck Henkenius (Theta Delta-Creighton) as its new president. Contact: Tara Hollenbeck Henkenius (Theta DeltaCreighton), tara130@cox.net Web: omahaalphaphialumnae.com Facebook: Omaha Alpha Phi Alumnae
NEVADA Las Vegas Alumnae enjoyed their annual Founders’ Day tea at Town Square, a shopping, dining and entertainment center in the city. Contact: Lindsey Laugtug Rhoads (Pi-North Dakota), lindseyjorhoads@gmail.com Web: sincityphis.net Facebook: Las Vegas Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter
Reno Alumnae raised more than $1,000 for research during the chapter's annual philanthropy event — the American Heart Association’s Northern Nevada Heart Walk. Special kudos to Ingrid Pease (Eta DeltaCSU/East Bay) for her individual fundraising success. Area alumnae are welcome to join the chapter for these and other fun activities. Contact: Breanna Borries Alosi (Eta Upsilon-Chapman), nnalphaphi@gmail.com Facebook: Reno Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter WINTER 2015
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Sister Barbara Harland Trythall (Delta Gamma-Northern Colorado) received her 50-year pin at a special lunch meeting. Sisters are proud of Anne Burrows Gonzales (Gamma Omicron-Drake), who will serve as president of the Albuquerque Metropolitan Alumnae Panhellenic (AMAP) for the coming year. AMAP recently received a National Panhellenic Conference Citation of Merit, which recognizes achievement in the categories of spirit, undergraduate relations and recruitment information.
In September, members enjoyed a luncheon at Bella Bleu’s. Several members attended the Fraternity's Founders' Day Luncheon at the Cleveland Racquet Club. Former Foundation Board Director Kathy Feeney Hiemstra (Delta Theta-Western Michigan) was the special guest speaker. Alumnae attended Ashland’s (Epsilon Alpha) new member meeting and presented goodie bags to the women. The chapter also celebrated Founders’ Day with local collegiate chapters and the Cleveland East alumnae chapter.
Contact: Shirley Twedt Calhoun (Beta Sigma-Utah), birdseed44@juno.com
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Contact: Jan Brinker Schaeffer (Beta Omicron-Bowling Green State), janschaeffer@alumnae.alphaphi.org Facebook: Ashland Ohio Area Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter
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The chapter received the Excellence in Service award in the silver category at Convention 2014. Members attended an annual meet-and-greet event in September and celebrated Founders’ Day with a brunch in October. Alumnae also attended Appalachian State’s (Theta Nu) third annual Red Dress Gala in Charlotte. Ongoing monthly movie nights and ivy circle events keep the chapter members busy.
Members and their families enjoyed an evening at the Lake County Captains baseball game in August. In September, members gathered for a welcome back potluck picnic. Alumnae also honored Founders’ Day by joining local collegiate and alumnae chapters at Lakeview Cemetery, the location of Founder Elizabeth Grace Hubbell Shults’ gravesite.
Contact: Somer Beauvois Wright (Epsilon Phi-NC State), aphisomer@gmail.com Web: queencityphis.org Facebook: Charlotte Alpha Phi Alumnae Twitter: CharlotteAPhi
NORTH DAKOTA Grand Forks Alumnae are looking to join forces with sisters in the Fargo, N.D., and Moorhead, Minn., areas. Various ages, interests and participation levels are welcome. Interested alumnae should email Kathy Lynch Ashe (Pi-North Dakota) at ashekathy@hotmail.com or Amanda Oanes (Iota ZetaColorado School of Mines) at amanda.oanes@gmail.com to learn more. Contact: Kathy Lynch Ashe (Pi-North Dakota), ashekathy@hotmail.com COLUMBUS, OHIO Alumnae root on the Buckeyes at the chapter's annual Ohio State tailgate. Pictured are (from left): Kristen Ross Yenrick, Jenna Perrotto Johnson and Sara Tache Robertson (all Beta Omicron-Bowling Green State).
Contact: Kim Alley Brundage (Epsilon Alpha-Ashland), kimbrundage2@gmail.com Facebook: Alpha Phi Cleveland East Alumnae Chapter
Cleveland West The chapter participated in a wine tasting event and learned the art of the Zentangle Method, a relaxing and fun way to create images by drawing structured patterns. Members celebrated the holidays with their annual party in December. They look forward to cheering on the Cleveland Cavaliers in the new year. Contact: Mitzi Wilson Gitlin (Beta Omega-Kent State), mitzi815@yahoo.com Facebook: Cleveland West Alpha Phis
Columbus Alumnae gathered for the chapter’s second annual tailgate party to cheer on the Ohio State Buckeyes football team. Contact: Jenna Perrotto Johnson (Beta OmicronBowling Green State), jlperrotto@gmail.com Web: columbusalumnae-alphaphi.org Facebook: Alpha Phi Columbus Alumnae
Youngstown Two alumnae attended the Fraternity’s Founders’ Day event in Cleveland, Ohio, on Sept. 20. The chapter encourages all alumnae in the Greater Youngstown area to learn about upcoming events via Facebook or email. Contact: Patti Ward Shears (Beta OmicronBowling Green State), pshears@aol.com Facebook: Youngstown Area Alpha Phi Alumnae
OKLAHOMA Oklahoma City The chapter kicked off the year with a dinner. In October, members got crafty with Halloween projects, and November featured a wine tasting event. Alumnae also met for a holiday potluck and ornament exchange
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LAS VEGAS, NEV. Members celebrate the chapter’s annual Founders’ Day tea at Town Square.
in December. Upcoming events include a University of Oklahoma basketball game and dinner and a movie. Contact: Bethany Anderson Brown (Phi-Oklahoma), banders@flash.net Web: okcaphialum.org Facebook: Oklahoma City Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter
PENNSYLVANIA Lehigh Valley Alumnae gathered in Allentown, Pa., for coffee, conversation and event planning. They also hosted a tea in honor of Founders’ Day. Contact: Lory Fraraccio-Kenney (Eta Gamma-Akron), loryfraraccio.kenney@gmail.com Facebook: Alpha Phi Lehigh Valley Alumnae Group
TEXAS Austin The chapter welcomed 25 alumnae to its Founders' Day celebration at the Austin Country Club. Membership of attendees spanned 75 years. Contact: Carolyn Venable Kahler (Delta BetaTexas A&M/Commerce), carolyn@cskahler.com Web: alphaphiofaustin.org Facebook: Austin Area Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter Twitter: AustinAlphaPhi
Dallas and Suburban Member Sheila George Bright (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech) received the Constellation award at Convention 2014. Area alumnae joined Alpha Phi Foundation at its Founders’ Day celebration in Dallas. Alumnae also participated in Pound It Out, a Foundation fundraiser, and a cooking class led by professional chef Carol Price Lander (Gamma Eta-North Texas). The chapter also introduced a book club featuring four selections for discussion. Area alumnae are invited to attend upcoming events. Contact: Erin Anthony (Iota Zeta-Colorado School of Mines), erin.e.anthony@gmail.com Web: alphaphidallas.org Facebook: Dallas and Suburban Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter
Fort Worth The Lunch Bunch continued to meet monthly for fine food and sisterhood at local restaurants. Contact: LeLynne Waltman Knight (Zeta NuTexas Christian), lelynnewk@gmail.com Web: fortworthalphaphi.com Facebook: Fort Worth Alpha Phi Twitter: FtWorthAlphaPhi
Houston Alumnae joined Alpha Phi Foundation for its Founders’ Day brunch at the Omni Houston Hotel’s Palm Court. Foundation Board Chair Diane Spry Straker (Delta AlphaEast Carolina) served as the event’s special guest speaker. Sisters also attended a wine and cheese social in October. Contact: Anita Sloan Kittridge (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech), sloan@sbcglobal.net Facebook: Houston Alpha Phi Alumnae
Northwest Houston Sisters enjoyed several fall gatherings including a painting party and a Founders’ Day tea in Old Town Spring. The chapter looks forward to its progressive dinner on Feb. 7., and the annual Northwest Harris County Panhellenic scholarship program and bingo night, chaired by Gina Garner Winter (Epsilon Omega-Texas A&M), on March 26. Area alumnae are encouraged to visit the chapter’s Facebook page for up-to-date information. Contact: Geneen Pipher (Epsilon Omega-Texas A&M), geneen@hockeyvips.com Web: nwhaphi.com Facebook: NW Houston Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter
North Tarrant County Sisters enjoyed food, fun and fellowship this fall. They held a Founders’ Day candle-lighting ceremony and a Thanksgiving potluck dinner. The chapter also volunteered with WFAA-TV Channel 8’s Santa's Helpers toy drive and enjoyed a bunco night. Contact: Donna Garrett Marshall (Delta BetaTexas A&M/Commerce), donnamarshall3@verizon.net
San Antonio Sisters attended the Panhellenic Association of San Antonio’s (PASA) girl’s night out events. Alpha Phi had the largest number of members in attendance. Sandra RENO, NEV. Alumnae participate in the American Heart Association’s Northern Nevada Heart Walk. Sisters raised more than $1,000 for heart health and awareness.
Duckworth Allison (Gamma Omega-Midwestern State) hosted the chapter’s annual football-themed fall kickoff party. Alumnae enjoyed celebrating Founders’ Day with St. Mary’s (Iota Beta) collegians at Oak Hills Country Club. Contact: Barbara Derrick Brinkmann (Gamma PiArizona State), babsbrink@aol.com Facebook: San Antonio Alpha Phi Alum
Southwest Dallas Alumnae began the year with a meet-and-greet featuring heart-shaped pizza. The event was inspired by the chapter’s annual participation in the American Heart Association’s Dallas Heart Walk. Sisters celebrated Founders’ Day with a dessert luncheon and a traditional candle-lighting ceremony presented by Angela Farley (Epsilon Sigma-Dallas Baptist). Lynne Beal Crnkovich (Omicron-Missouri) received the chapter’s annual Always Alpha Phi honor for her dedication to the Fraternity. Contact: Judy Dandridge Hatch (Delta BetaTexas A&M/Commerce), judyhatch@sbcglobal.net Web: swdallasaphi.org Facebook: Alpha Phi Fraternity - Southwest Dallas Area Alumnae Twitter: SWDallasAPhi
VIRGINIA Richmond Central Virginia The chapter enjoyed a summer dinner series. Sisters celebrated Founders’ Day with fondue at the Melting Pot in Richmond. Contact: Diana Cichewicz McKinney (Eta Pi-Richmond), dianamckinney4@yahoo.com Web: richmondalphaphi.com Facebook: Richmond/Central VA Alpha Phi Alumnae
WISCONSIN Door County Alumnae gathered at Caffé Tlazo in Algoma, Wis., for lunch and an afternoon of presentations focusing on vital health issues. Dr. Susan Zumwalt Gorz (Delta Mu-Purdue) of Lakeshore Vision Centers emphasized the importance of regular eye care, and Bonnie Seitz Kenny (Gamma Upsilon-Wisconsin/Milwaukee) of Kenny Chiropractic discussed the benefits of a healthy spine. Contact: Virginia Murphy Maher (Gamma UpsilonWisconsin/Milwaukee), vmaher@itol.com
Milwaukee Westmoor Country Club was the location of the chapter’s Founders' Day Celebration. The event featured a cocktail reception, dinner and a visit from Marquette (Eta Mu) collegians. The chapter also met for a holiday cookie exchange. Area alumnae interested in joining the chapter for events are encouraged to contact Linda Robnett Short (Delta Psi-Wisconsin/Oshkosh). Contact: Linda Robnett Short (Delta Psi-Wisconsin/ Oshkosh), cabinstil@gmail.com
Stevens Point The chapter was excited to receive its charter in December 2013. Following this milestone, the chapter supplied gift cards to Wisconsin/Stout (Gamma Sigma) collegians
during exams. They participated in American Cancer Society’s local Relay for Life. Following their Founders’ Day ceremony and annual meeting, they joined Wisconsin/Stevens Point (Delta Sigma) alumnae for a 50th anniversary celebration of Omega Mu Chi local sorority becoming Alpha Phi. The chapter welcomes alumnae in the area to attend upcoming events and renew the bonds of sisterhood. Contact: Kristy Schwandt (Delta SigmaWisconsin/Stevens Point), kristysch@aol.com Facebook: Stevens Point Area Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter
NEW ALUMNAE CHAPTERS, MEMBERS SOUGHT Whether you’re looking for instant friends in a new city, networking opportunities or a leadership role, local alumnae chapters hold benefits for Alpha Phis in every stage of life. The primary focus of alumnae chapters is fun and friendship. Attend an event near you to meet and reconnect with local sisters! New alumnae chapters forming in your area: Overseas
❧ Australia United States
❧ Fresno, Calif. ❧ Connecticut Shoreline, Conn. ❧ Portland, Maine ❧ Minneapolis, Minn. ❧ Red River Valley, Minn. ❧ Missoula, Mont. ❧ Marietta, Ohio ❧ Ottawa, Ontario ❧ Lehigh Valley, Pa. ❧ Charleston, S.C. ❧ Nashville, Tenn. Newly-chartered alumnae chapters:
❧ London, England ❧ Terre Haute, Ind. ❧ Central Missouri, Mo. ❧ Grand Rapids, Mich. Please email Emma Titus Donatille (Gamma Omicron-Drake) at edonatille@alphaphi.org if you are interested in getting involved with any of these chapters or starting a chapter in your area. For a full list of alumnae chapters, visit alphaphi.org/chapter.
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2 1. BIRMINGHAM, ALA. Alumnae Chapter President Helga Bjornson Visscher (Epsilon-Minnesota) presents Carolynne Bond Kent (Alpha Lambda-Alumna Initiate) with a copy of the Alpha Phi history book at a Founders’ Day event. | 2. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS Alumnae celebrate Founders’ Day with St. Mary's (Iota Beta) collegians at Oak Hills Country Club. | 3. NORTHWEST HOUSTON, TEXAS Sisters meet for a painting party. | 4. JACKSONVILLE, FLA. Sisters enjoy a retreat including sightseeing and food tasting. | 5. STEVENS POINT, WIS. Sisters enjoy a reunion. | 6. WICHITA, KAN. Sisters hold an ice cream social welcoming Wichita State (Gamma Xi) new members.
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Washington (Sigma) Celebrates Centennial
Clockwise from top: Alumnae celebrate the University of Washington homecoming and Sigma’s centennial. | Alumnae enjoy the Centennial Gala at Arctic Club in Seattle, Wash. | Collegians enjoy the Centennial Gala. Pictured are (from left): Nicole Winters and Kirsten Weir. | Collegians enjoy the open house tailgate. Pictured are (from left): Chloe Martin and Kayla O’Neal.
The Sigma chapter at the University of Washington celebrated 100 years on campus with a three-day event Oct. 24-26, 2014. Co-chaired by Mary-Kelly Gaebel (Sigma-Washington) and Patty Bergen Corbin (Sigma-Washington), the centennial celebration was a success and welcomed more than 150 alumnae back to campus. On Friday, alumnae joined collegiate members at the Arctic Club in Seattle, Wash., for a formal gala dinner and program. International Executive Board Director Susan Bevan (Sigma-Washington) served as the event’s toastmistress and recognized the chapter for their excellence in philanthropy. In 2014, the chapter raised $112,000 through their Red Dress Gala and received the Foundation’s International Excellence in Philanthropy award at Alpha Phi’s 70th Biennial Convention. The milestone celebration continued on Saturday with an open house tailgate hosted by collegians and chaired by former Chapter President Sara Wood Halpin (Sigma-Washington). Tours of the facility were offered every half-hour. Weekend activities concluded with a Founders’ Day luncheon at Seattle Golf and Country Club on Sunday. Wendi Hillman Hroncich (Sigma-Washington) chaired the program. Sisters enjoyed songs from previous decades, celebrated Sigma chapter’s seven charter members and recognized Alpha Phi’s 142 years of International sisterhood. Many old friendships were rekindled and new ones formed through the celebration of this milestone anniversary. For more information, please visit the chapter on the web at uwalphaphi.com or on their Facebook page (keywords: UW Alpha Phi).
Celebrating 25 Years at SUNY/Cortland (Eta Tau) The Eta Tau chapter at SUNY/Cortland celebrated its 25th anniversary Oct. 24-28, 2014, with a reunion in Cortland, N.Y. More than 25 alumnae were in attendance and included sisters from varying new member classes, all united by one common bond: Alpha Phi sisterhood. Alumna Lynda Rettagliata (Eta TauSUNY/Cortland) chaired the event with assistance from Hailey Dick Ruoff, Jennifer Oppelt Klehr, Michelina Finlay Gibbons (all Eta Tau-SUNY/Cortland), collegiate officers and the SUNY/Cortland Office of Alumni Engagement. In conjunction with the reunion, the Eta
Tau chapter held its annual Teeter-Totter A-Thon Fundraiser, where sisters teeter for 24 hours to raise money and awareness for women’s heart health. The event included homemade baked goods and a bungee run. The fundraiser has been a tradition since the chapter’s founding in 1989. For more information on the Eta Tau chapter, visit them online at alphaphicortland.wix.com/etatau or on Facebook (keywords: Alpha Phi at SUNY Cortland). At right: Alumnae celebrate the Eta Tau chapter's 25th anniversary.
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Housing Highlights Forever Home in Alpha Phi
Alpha Phi Comes Home to the University of Alabama
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By S hana Goss Smith (Chi-Montana), Lindsay Wiggins (Beta Pi-USC) and Martha Seay Miller (Beta Mu-Alabama)
In February 2008, Alpha Phi’s International Executive Board (IEB) voted to recolonize the Beta Mu chapter at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Ala. The house corporation board (HCB) was established in June of that same year, and so began a six year quest to build a strong chapter and a new chapter facility on campus. In its first year, the HCB worked with Greek Resource Services, Inc. (GRS), a local financial advisor used by many Greek organizations on campus. GRS guided the HCB on competitive fees, helped Alpha Phi navigate the campus culture and remained an integral part of the project until its completion. Members of the HCB immediately built a relationship with University President (now Chancellor) Dr. Robert Witt and met with him on each consecutive visit to Tuscaloosa. From the beginning, he was supportive of the Beta Mu chapter’s goals and plans to build a permanent home. With a loan from Alpha Phi International Fraternity, the HCB rented and renovated a property in June 2008. Furnishings for the property were selected with an eye towards a larger home. And then the real work began. Members of the HCB were committed to seeing the project through to completion. This consistency in leadership was key, as the project would span four years. The team was intentionally kept small and focused, and monthly conference calls ensured a detail-oriented approach to the project. In February 2011, the HCB began working with Barganier Davis Sims Architects Associated, an established firm located in Montgomery, Ala., that specializes in high-end residential and commercial projects. A survey collected input from chapter members, advisors and the Beta Mu extension team, as well as from the kitchen staff and house director. This was a critical step in the development process, as responses gave insight into the chapter’s programming needs: How will the women use the facility? How many members will eat in the dining room? How much space is needed to accommodate the 2,000 potential new members that come through during recruitment? These
Clockwise from top left: The living room features personalized artwork celebrating the chapter’s original installation date. | The new Alabama (Beta Mu) chapter facility sits on a prestigious lot on Paul W. Bryant Drive. | A bedroom in the new Alabama (Beta Mu) chapter house. | The new facility features informal and formal living room spaces.
programming needs were then balanced with projected costs and the chapter’s ability to pay. The architect shared Alpha Phi’s programming visions and created a gracious, southern sorority house. Tuscaloosa-based designer Lauren Minto of Penage, Inc., worked with the HCB and the chapter from their time in the rental facility. She commissioned various artists to incorporate Alpha Phi images, symbols and chapter history into the design. Lauren also worked closely with International President Deana Koonsman Gage (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech), who served as Beta Mu’s extension team lead and design consultant at the time of the project. In summer of 2012, the university developed a master plan for Panhellenic housing. With the expansion of the Greek system, houses would need to be approx. 40,000 square feet, and available lots would not accommodate houses of that size. Applications were submitted to the Office
of Fraternity and Sorority Life, and Alpha Phi was eventually awarded a lot on Paul W. Bryant Drive, a prestigious address on Alabama’s campus, close to Bryant-Denny Football Stadium, Sewell-Thomas Baseball Stadium, Mal M. Moore Athletic Facility and other Greek organizations. Construction on the facility began in July 2013, and just one year later, 65 collegiate women moved into the brand new chapter house. The three-story home includes a commercial kitchen, bedrooms with individual cable connections, a lounge, a media room, a multi-purpose chapter room and formal and informal living rooms. On Sept. 29, 2014, HCB members, chapter volunteers, Executive Office staff and collegians opened the doors to Beta Mu’s new home with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and celebrated the outpouring of love and support from all involved in the project over the past four years.
Lessons Learned Know the campus and the culture. Then, live like you have been there forever. Develop relationships with the university. Select the most talented local architects, designers, financial advisors and construction/ project management teams you can afford. Then, stay out of their way. It only takes a few good and dedicated HCB members to move a mountain. Be confident about what you know and ask for help when you don’t have the answers. Take it one step at a time.
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On Campus CANADA BRITISH COLUMBIA British Columbia (Beta Theta) The chapter welcomed 33 new members during recruitment. In the fall, sisters participated in a number of philanthropy events with the Greek community and a variety of intramural sports, including flag football. Members celebrated 85 years on campus with a Founders’ Day tea at Society Dining Lounge in Vancouver. New members, collegians and local alumnae were in attendance. Web: betatheta.alphaphi.org Facebook: AlphaPhiUBC Twitter: AlphaPhiUBC
ONTARIO Toronto (Xi) Sisters welcomed 15 new members to the chapter during fall recruitment. In honor of Founders’ Day, the chapter organized a tea for parents and alumnae. They also hosted a Red Dress Gala in November, which included a brunch buffet, a silent auction and live music. Web: xi.alphaphi.org Facebook: Alpha Phi - Xi Chapter at Toronto Twitter: AlphaPhiUofT
QUEBEC Bishop’s (Eta Chi) A successful Disney-themed recruitment gained the chapter six new members. Carnival Week — a three-day event featuring carnival games and baked goods — raised money for Alpha Phi Foundation. Sisters celebrated the chapter’s 25th anniversary in November with alumnae. Weekend activities included the Court of Ivy ceremony and initiation of new members and alumnae. The chapter looks forward to its Red Dress Gala in February. Web: etachi.wix.com/alphaphietachi Facebook: Eta Chi Chapter of Alpha Phi Twitter: BUAlphaPhi
CHAPMAN (ETA UPSILON) Members dance with contestants at the annual Mr. University competition.
UNITED STATES CALIFORNIA Cal Poly (Epsilon Chi) The chapter welcomed 90 new members during fall recruitment. Sisters kicked off the school year with the American Heart Association’s annual Heart Walk in Avila Beach, Calif. Collegians also enjoyed their annual philanthropy event, Alpha Phifa, a soccer tournament for fraternity men across campus. Web: calpolyalphaphi.com Facebook: Cal Poly SLO Alpha Phi Twitter: CalPolyAlphaPhi
Chapman (Eta Upsilon) In October, the chapter raised $20,000 for Alpha Phi Foundation and the Make-A-Wish Foundation through their superhero-themed Mr. University pageant. The funds donated to Make-A-Wish will grant two wishes to children with life-threatening diseases. Sisters also received volunteer training from the Make-A-Wish Foundation to assist at local events in the future. Web: chapmanalphaphi.com Facebook: Chapman Alpha Phi Twitter: ChapmanAPhi
CSU/Long Beach (Gamma Kappa) Sisters welcomed 62 new members during fall recruitment. The chapter held their annual Phi Ball philanthropy event benefitting Alpha Phi Foundation. Members enjoyed a variety of sisterhood events, including a trip to Six Flags, sunset paddle boarding and spending the night in a mansion in Orange County for their fall retreat. NORTHERN COLORADO (DELTA GAMMA) Hand to hand and heart to heart: Sisters wrap up polish week and prepare for fall recruitment.
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Loyola Marymount (Zeta Beta) Sisters welcomed 58 new members to the chapter last spring, and they are eager to embrace more beautiful hearts during recruitment at the end of January. At Convention, the chapter received the Constellation Award, which recognizes chapter cumulative gifts to Alpha Phi Foundation of $500,000 or more. The chapter also had the highest GPA of all sororities on campus in the spring semester. In November, sisters held their inaugural Dance Marathon to benefit the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. They look forward to the chapter’s Red Dress Gala in March. Web: alphaphilmu.com Facebook: LMU Alpha Phi Twitter: LMUAlphaPhi
San Francisco State (Eta Theta) The chapter welcomed 39 new members during fall recruitment. They celebrated Bid Day at GoKart Racer in Burlingame, Calif. Web: etatheta.alphaphi.org Facebook: SFSU Alpha Phi Twitter: AlphaPhi_SFSU
UC/Davis (Epsilon Rho) Sisters welcomed a record-breaking 52 new members during fall recruitment — the largest new member class in the chapter’s history. In November, members hosted their first fall philanthropy event, Fall Phi’st, an autumninspired night filled with fun activities and food. They plan to hold the event annually. Collegians look forward to another successful year of philanthropy and sisterhood. Web: epsilonrho.alphaphi.org Facebook: Alpha Phi at UC Davis Twitter: AlphaPhiatUCD
Ingeborg de Weever was elected vice president of campus affairs and Kiana Coste was elected director of administration. Alumna Jennifer Wescott (Theta Theta-St. Joseph’s) was also appointed as the new chapter advisor. Jennifer previously served the chapter as marketing advisor for four semesters and has been involved with the Miami alumnae chapter, handling their social media, website maintenance and event marketing.
Northern Iowa (Epsilon Theta) In October, the women held their annual Jail N’ Bail philanthropy event. For six hours, the women raised money and awareness for women's heart health by "arresting" themselves, other students and even the school mascot. Together, the women raised more than $5,600 for Alpha Phi Foundation.
DENVER (IOTA XI) The chapter enjoys Bid Day with new members.
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Colorado School of Mines (Iota Zeta) The chapter welcomed 25 new members with a nauticalthemed recruitment. Collegians hosted their second annual Move Your Phi’t 5K and raised $2,500 — a new record for the chapter. Sisters raised more than $500 in donations on the day of the race. Web: alpha-phi.wix.com/iotazeta Facebook: Alpha Phi Colorado School of Mines Twitter: CSMAlphaPhi
Denver (Iota Xi) Collegians learned they will receive a new chapter house in fall 2016. Alumnae and advisors announced the big news during polish week. Sisters welcomed 47 new members during recruitment and celebrated Bid Day with the slogan “There’s No Place like Home.” Web: iotaxi.alphaphi.org Facebook: DU Alpha Phi Twitter: DUAlphaPhi
Northern Colorado (Delta Gamma) The women had a successful recruitment and welcomed 29 new members into the chapter. Sisters volunteered with the local Boys & Girls Club of Weld County during the fall. They look forward to Heart Health week and the chapter’s Red Dress Gala in February. Web: deltagamma.alphaphi.org Facebook: Alpha Phi at UNC Twitter: AlphaPhiUNC1
CONNECTICUT Connecticut (Iota Lambda) The chapter welcomed 78 new members on Bid Day. Sisters held their inaugural Alpha Phifa tournament on campus in October, which raised money for Alpha Phi Foundation. Web: alphaphiuconn.com Facebook: Alpha Phi UConn Twitter: AlphaPhiUConn
FLORIDA Barry (Theta Omega) Sisters welcomed 19 new members into the chapter during fall formal recruitment, bringing their total to 40 members, the largest in several years. The chapter also began the fall semester with new leadership in several positions: Kayla Davis was elected chapter president,
Sisters celebrated the 10-year reunion of the chapter’s return to Lake Forest College. Sisters also raised money for Alpha Phi Foundation through their seventh annual Mud Olympics event. Web: alphaphilfc.weebly.com Facebook: Alpha Phi at Lake Forest College Twitter: AlphaPhiLFC
INDIANA DePauw (Gamma) The chapter’s annual Red Dress Gala raised money for Alpha Phi Foundation. Collegians hosted a Haunted House with the brothers of Delta Upsilon Fraternity. They also raised funds for Alpha Phi Foundation through the chapter’s Cardiac Arrest event, which cultivated campuswide awareness for women's heart health. Web: gamma.alphaphi.org Facebook: Alpha Phi DePauw Twitter: AlphaPhiDePauw
IOWA Drake (Gamma Omicron)
The chapter welcomed 42 new members home on Bid Day. Collegians participated in an apple picking sisterhood event at a local orchard. They also raised awareness for women’s heart health through the chapter’s Red Dress Gala, held at the newly-renovated Shirley Beggs Ballroom in the Rhatigan Student Center on campus. Web: gammaxi.alphaphi.org Facebook: Wichita State Alpha Phi Twitter: WSUAlphaPhi
MARYLAND Maryland (Delta Zeta) The chapter hosted its 10th annual Red Dress Gala and raised money for Alpha Phi Foundation. Alpha Phi Foundation Development Officer Jenn Barton (Theta Phi-Christopher Newport) served as the event’s honorary guest speaker. Following the gala, the chapter hosted a parent and alumnae open house at the chapter facility.
CAL POLY (EPSILON CHI) Sister Elizabeth Kreta welcomes new members on Bid Day.
Fall semester was filled with sisterhood events, date parties, a scholarship brunch and initiation. In September, the women hosted a Red Dress Gala and raised a recordbreaking $14,696 for Alpha Phi Foundation. Sisters also celebrated Big/Little reveal with a trip to Will’s Family Orchard in Adel, Iowa, where they participated in a corn maze and a hayride. Web: drakealphaphi.com Facebook: Drake University Alpha Phi Twitter: DrakeAlphaPhi
Iowa (Delta Epsilon) Sisters welcomed 49 new members to the chapter during fall formal recruitment. New members were thrilled to be a part of the chapter’s annual pancake breakfast in October. Sisters prepared and served breakfast to other chapters and community members to benefit Alpha Phi Foundation. The event featured house tours, a pancake eating contest and educational information on heart health. The chapter also enjoyed its first alumnae weekend in October, and celebrated its annual Dad’s Weekend in November. Web: deltaepsilon.alphaphi.org Facebook: University of Iowa Alpha Phi Twitter: IowaAlphaPhi WINTER 2015
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On Campus NEW HAMPSHIRE New Hampshire (Eta Alpha) Sisters welcomed 52 new members during recruitment. Members participated in an annual breast cancer walk in October and hosted their inaugural Alpha Phifa soccer tournament in November. They look forward to their third annual Move Your Phi't this spring. Facebook: UNH Alpha Phi Twitter: AlphaPhi_UNH
NEW JERSEY Seton Hall (Eta Eta) CASE WESTERN RESERVE (ZETA PI) Collegians and alumnae visit the gravesite of Founder Elizabeth Grace Hubbell Shults in honor of Founders’ Day.
Members also participated in two fall sisterhood events: a yoga class and a trip to an indoor trampoline park. Sisters look forward to meeting potential new members during formal recruitment in January. Web: umdalphaphi.com Facebook: Alpha Phi University of Maryland Twitter: UMDAlphaPhi
MICHIGAN Kettering (Iota Epsilon) Sisters celebrated Founders’ Day at the home of Chapter Advisor Angela Sommerville Aaron (Iota Epsilon-Kettering). Alumnae and collegians enjoyed dinner together. Web: iotaepsilon.alphaphi.org Facebook: Alpha Phi - Kettering University Twitter: AlphaPhiIotaEps
Michigan (Theta) In the fall, sisters welcomed a new member class of 66 women. They celebrated with a trip to a local cider mill, where they sampled fresh cider, dined on doughnuts and visited the pumpkin patch. The chapter held its Red Dress Gala in November, which benefitted Alpha Phi Foundation and the Rachel G. Smylie Theta Chapter Scholarship. The women also began a partnership with the Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation, an organization dedicated to the fight against childhood cancer. Web: alphaphitheta.com Facebook: Michigan Alpha Phi Twitter: AlphaPhiUMich
MINNESOTA Minnesota (Epsilon) Sisters hosted their annual fall philanthropy event Alphapalooza, modeled after Chicago’s Lollapalooza music festival in Grant Park. The event, which featured music, food and art, attracted more than 500 attendees. The chapter looks forward to its Red Dress Gala in February. Web: epsilon.alphaphi.org Facebook: Alpha Phi UMN Twitter: AlphaPhiUMN
MISSOURI Missouri (Omicron) The chapter started off its 104th year at Missouri with a bang, welcoming more than 100 new members in the fall. In October, sisters welcomed two dozen alumnae from across the country to campus for a networking event. The chapter also held a scholarship dinner in November to celebrate its spring GPA — the highest chapter GPA in 15 years. Members are gearing up for a Red Dress philanthropy weekend, which will feature a poker tournament and a Red Dress Gala.
NEW YORK Hofstra (Theta Mu) Sisters kicked off the year as overall champions of 2014 Fall Fest. The chapter teamed up with the brothers of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity for their "Game of Thrones"inspired float. Sisters also took first place in the lip sync and banner competitions. Chapter President Hanna Knuuttunen was crowned 2014 Hofstra Queen to cap off the exciting week. Facebook: Alpha Phi Hofstra Twitter: AlphaPhiHU
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Nebraska/Kearney (Delta Xi)
Sisters held their inaugural “Sweet Tea with Alpha Phi” philanthropy event. The chapter welcomed 25 new members on Bid Day and an additional 14 through continuous open bidding (COB). Collegians celebrated their second consecutive first-place victory in Sigma Chi Fraternity’s Derby Days. They also hosted King of Hearts Week, celebrated homecoming and enjoyed parents’ weekend.
The chapter welcomed 37 new members on Bid Day. Sisters won homecoming week and placed first in the canned food build, the lip sync contest and the homecoming float competition. They also celebrated scholarship success at the all-Greek banquet, where they received the Highest Sorority GPA and Highest Overall Greek GPA with an average chapter GPA of 3.54. Sisters look forward to more outstanding accomplishments in the spring.
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The chapter sponsored the university’s second annual Hazing Prevention Week in September. Sisters raised more than $450 for women's heart health at their third annual Phish Sale.
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MICHIGAN (THETA) Collegians enjoy a fall sisterhood event at a local cider mill.
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The chapter welcomed 22 new members during a successful formal recruitment. In October, collegians enjoyed homecoming weekend with alumnae. They decorated mason jars, supported RPI football and planned for their 20th anniversary in the spring. Sisters also hosted the chapter’s third annual pancake breakfast during RPI’s family weekend to support breast cancer research. They look forward to bringing back their Cardiac Arrest event in support of Alpha Phi Foundation.
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SUNY/Buffalo (Theta Epsilon) In October, sisters participated in on-campus events to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The chapter joined other Panhellenic groups in the student lobby to raise awareness about domestic violence and educate about community resources available to their peers. Facebook: University at Buffalo Alpha Phi Twitter: AlphaPhiThetaEp
NORTH CAROLINA Appalachian State (Theta Nu) The chapter welcomed 43 new members on Bid Day. Collegiate and alumnae members enjoyed the chapter’s third annual Red Dress Gala in October. Web: thetanu.alphaphi.org Facebook: Alpha Phi at Appalachian State Twitter: APhiAppState
Sisters welcomed 18 new members into the chapter during formal recruitment. Members Paige Trein, Mollie Jeck and Michelle Andersen were selected as representatives on the university’s homecoming court. The chapter also celebrated its Red Dress Gala with family, friends and alumnae in November. Web: epsilonalpha.alphaphi.org Facebook: Alpha Phi Ashland Twitter: AlphaPhi_EA
Baldwin Wallace (Delta Upsilon) The chapter welcomed 20 new members during recruitment. Sisters hosted a Cardiac Arrest event in the campus recreational center. Teams competed in a variety of circuit stations including jump rope, basketball and cornhole. Attendees also enjoyed a taco bar and music. All proceeds benefitted Alpha Phi Foundation. Members also celebrated the chapter's 50th anniversary on campus with a weekend-long celebration in October. Web: aphideltaupsilon.weebly.com Facebook: BWU Alpha Phi Twitter: AlphaPhiBWU
Case Western Reserve (Zeta Pi) Sisters celebrated Founders’ Day with local chapters and alumnae. They attended a ceremony at the Lakeview Cemetery, the location of Founder Elizabeth Grace Hubbell Shults’ gravesite, followed by ice breakers and refreshments at the Zeta Pi chapter facility. In attendance were members from Akron (Eta Gamma), Bowling Green State (Beta Omicron), Kent State (Beta
DEPAUW (GAMMA) Sisters wear red in support of Alpha Phi Foundation and women’s heart health at their annual Red Dress Gala. Photo credit: Capturing You Photography
HOFSTRA (THETA MU) Chapter President Hanna Knuuttunen is crowned 2014 Hofstra Queen during Fall Fest.
Omega) and the Cleveland East alumnae chapter. Sisters hosted their annual APHItness event, which featured a dodgeball tournament and raised money for Alpha Phi Foundation. Sixty-five sisters also attended an annual service project at Hiram House Camp, a yearround outdoor education and recreational camp located in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. Members look forward to their annual Red Dress Gala in February. Web: cwrualphaphi.wix.com/cwrualphaphi Facebook: CWRU Alpha Phi Twitter: CWRUAlphaPhi
Dayton (Zeta Psi) Sisters celebrated a Greek Week victory for the fourth consecutive year. They placed first in the charity event, which featured a children’s book drive for the local underprivileged grade school. Alpha Phi sisters were proud to donate the largest number of books. Members also hosted their fall philanthropy event, Phifa World Cup. Web: alphaphidayton.wix.com/dayton-alpha-phi Facebook: Alpha Phi University of Dayton Twitter: UD_AlphaPhi
Kent State (Beta Omega) Sisters welcomed 74 new members during a successful recruitment. The chapter teamed up with Sigma Nu Fraternity to host Eat Your Heart Out, a philanthropy event that raised $1,600 for the American Heart Association. In October, collegians hosted a reception and brunch for alumnae during Kent State’s homecoming. Web: alphaphiksu.com Facebook: AlphaPhiKSU Twitter: AlphaPhi_KSU
OREGON Oregon (Tau) Sisters look forward to celebrating the chapter's centennial in 2015. The facility will be open for tours May 29-30, 2015, and the chapter will host a dinner event at the Hilton Hotel in Eugene, Ore., on Saturday, WINTER 2015
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On Campus Pageant to raise money for Alpha Phi Foundation. They look forward to their annual Red Dress Gala and Phifa soccer tournament in the spring. Web: alphaphizetasigma.com Facebook: Franklin & Marshall Alpha Phi Twitter: FandM_AlphaPhi
St. Joseph’s (Theta Theta) The chapter partnered with the university’s improv club to create a new philanthropy event called Laugh Your Heart Out. This inaugural comedy event raised money for Alpha Phi Foundation and provided a great deal of laughs for the St. Joseph’s community. Web: thetatheta.alphaphi.org Facebook: Alpha Phi, Theta Theta Chapter Twitter: APhi_ThetaTheta
Villanova (Eta Epsilon) VIRGINIA (ZETA IOTA) Sisters enjoy a Red Dress Brunch at the chapter house.
May 30, 2015. For more information, please email alumnae Mary Ann Berg and Pam Kress Kearney (both Tau-Oregon), at maryann.berg@sunbeltrentals.com and pamkearney@comcast.net. Web: alphaphitau.tumblr.com Facebook: University of Oregon Alpha Phi-Tau Chapter Twitter: UOAlphaPhi
PENNSYLVANIA Carnegie Mellon (Iota Sigma) Sisters hosted a parent brunch to welcome the families of new members during the university’s parents’ weekend. The chapter also celebrated its second annual Red Dress Gala at the Bigelow Conference Center in Pittsburgh, Pa. Among the top silent auction items were a luxury spa package donated by an alumna and a trip to Washington, D.C.
TEXAS North Texas (Gamma Eta)
Members celebrated a successful recruitment and welcomed 66 new members to the chapter. Sisters participated in the American Heart Association Heart Walk 2014 and hosted a Red Dress Gala, which featured dinner and a silent auction.
West Chester (Epsilon Kappa) The chapter welcomed 54 new members in a successful fall formal recruitment, bringing their chapter size to 124. Web: aphiekwcu.wix.com/wcualphaphi Facebook: Alpha Phi West Chester University Twitter: AlphaPhi_EK
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Members celebrated a busy fall semester. They received a new wing renovation in their facility, created a chapter website and met quota in the fall. The chapter also hosted its first Phiesta Bowl, consisting of a flag football tournament, food, prizes and more. Local restaurant Moe’s Southwest Grill generously sponsored the event by providing chips, salsa, queso and burritos. The chapter plans to hold the event annually.
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Members Alex Parkinson, Alayna Ackerman, Rachel Mihulka and Cassondra Keller were selected to serve on homecoming court. Sisters celebrated Founders’ Day with an Alpha Phi birthday party in the student center. The chapter was recognized for its spring semester academic achievements. Sixty women made the dean’s list and 22 women achieved 4.0 GPAs. The chapter’s cumulative GPA for the spring semester was 3.38.
The chapter welcomed 39 new sisters during formal recruitment. They celebrated 60 years on campus at their annual Red Dress Gala raising money for Alpha Phi Foundation. Alpha Phi Foundation Board Chair Diane Spry Straker (Delta Alpha-East Carolina) served as a special guest speaker for the gala.
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In October, sisters co-hosted their annual Phiesta Bowl flag football tournament with members of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity. The event raised money for The Drew Fund and Andrew's Army, two causes very close to the brothers of the fraternity and Villanova University. The Drew Fund was established in memory of Villanova student Drew O’Donoghue, who passed away from adrenal cancer in 2014. Andrew’s Army was established in 2013 after Andrew Accardi — a junior at Villanova — lost his fight with neuroblastoma.
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The chapter partnered with Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity to host Wildfire Music Festival, a day-long festival benefitting Music For Everyone, a nonprofit organization in Lancaster, Pa., supporting music programs in the community. In November, sisters hosted their eighth annual Alpha Male
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NEW HAMPSHIRE (ETA ALPHA) Sisters celebrate Bid Day with new members.
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Texas (Omega)
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NEBRASKA/KEARNEY (DELTA XI) Sisters take a photo break during day two of formal recruitment.
annual Happy Heart Walk hosted by the university. They also held their inaugural Keep the Beat Week, which combined all of the chapter’s annual events into seven days. Events included King of Hearts, Eat Your Heart Out, the Red Cross Blood Drive, the Happy Heart Walk and the Alpha Phifa soccer tournament. Web: gmualphaphi.com Facebook: GMU Alpha Phi Twitter: GMUAlphaPhi
James Madison (Theta Iota) Sisters welcomed 69 new members during formal recruitment. They hosted their first Alpha Phifa soccer tournament in October, which raised money for Alpha Phi Foundation. Web: jmualphaphi.com Facebook: JMU Alpha Phi Twitter: JMUAlphaPhi
Texas Tech (Gamma Iota) The chapter welcomed home 86 new members during formal recruitment. Sisters hosted a Red Dress Gala, which featured a silent auction and benefitted Alpha Phi Foundation. New members, collegians and alumnae attended, including International President Deana Koonsman Gage (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech). The chapter looks forward to the completion of their milliondollar lodge renovation. Web: gammaiota.alphaphi.org Facebook: Texas Tech Alpha Phi Twitter: TechAlphaPhi
Virginia (Zeta Iota) Sisters hosted parents’ weekend in September, which included a Red Dress Brunch and a silent auction. The weekend raised more than $13,000 for Alpha Phi Foundation. The chapter also hosted an internship panel in which fourth-year sisters discussed their internship experiences and gave advice to younger sisters. They also participated in their second annual Thankful 5K philanthropy event in memory of sisters Casey Schulman and Shelley Goldsmith. Web: i-m.mx/alphaphisisters/alphaphizetaiota/ Facebook: Alpha Phi at The University of Virginia Twitter: Aphi_UVa
VIRGINIA George Mason (Eta Lambda) The chapter welcomed 45 new members during recruitment. Collegiate members Hunter Strodel, M.K. Koszycki and Catherine Gauthier joined local alumnae and International President Deana Koonsman Gage (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech) at a Founders’ Day brunch in Washington, D.C. Sisters attended the sixth
Virginia Tech (Eta Omicron) The chapter competed in philanthropy events for Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity and Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity and won both. Sisters supported Vice President of Risk Management Nicole Crouch as a homecoming candidate. They also organized an apple picking sisterhood event. Members hosted a Red Dress Gala, which was sponsored
INTERFRATERNAL NEWS Collegian Is Indianapolis Alumnae Panhellenic Scholarship Recipient Lauren Karmire (Epsilon Beta-Butler) was honored by the Indianapolis Alumnae Panhellenic (IAP) as one of four scholarship recipients at IAP’s centennial celebration held Oct. 12, 2014. Lauren was selected from more than 25 applicants residing in the metropolitan Indianapolis area. She received a $1,500 scholarship as well as career coaching from Upper Network, LLC, an Indianapolis-based company focused on connecting students and alumni. Lauren is a senior working towards completion of a six-year pharmacy degree. She has served her chapter as director of chapter programming and director of academics.
by a record number of vendors, including Southern Proper, Alex & Ani, Red Box, Geneologie, Vineyard Vines, Clinique, Avon, Mary Kay, In Balance Yoga and Bloom Agendas. Web: virginiatechalphaphi.com Facebook: VT Alpha Phi Twitter: VTAlphaPhi
WASHINGTON Puget Sound (Gamma Zeta) Collegians hosted their fifth annual Alpha Phifa soccer tournament raising money for Alpha Phi Foundation. The chapter held a barbecue for parents and alumnae during the university’s parents’ weekend and homecoming week.
Washington State (Beta Rho) Vice President of Marketing Asia Adona and Director of Philanthropy Kassidy Maddux hosted three days of philanthropy events in the fall. Events included heart health serenades, a five-on-five basketball tournament and Mr. Alpha Phi. These highly-anticipated events were open to all fraternities and sports teams, and the chapter raised money for women’s heart health. Web: alphaphiwsu.com Facebook: WSU Alpha Phi Twitter: AlphaPhi_WSU
WEST VIRGINIA West Virginia (Beta Iota) Sister Rachel Poe was crowned West Virginia University’s 2014 Homecoming Queen. This is the second consecutive year an Alpha Phi sister has won. Collegians and alumnae celebrated Founders’ Day with a brunch in Morgantown, W. Va. Web: alphaphiwvu.org Facebook: WVU Alpha Phi Twitter: WVUAlphaPhi
WISCONSIN Wisconsin/Stout (Gamma Sigma) Sisters welcomed 16 new members during recruitment. They participated in philanthropy events including the chapter’s King of Hearts, a highway cleanup, a bone marrow drive and a canned good drive that raised more than 200 pounds of food for a local shelter. The chapter also participated in homecoming and supported member Rachael Meyer as a royalty candidate. Sisters look forward to the chapter’s Red Dress Gala in February. Web: alphaphiuwstout.wix.com/gammasigma Facebook: UWStoutAlphaPhi Twitter: AlphaPhi_Stout
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1. APPALACHIAN STATE (THETA NU) Sisters celebrate with new members on Bid Day. | 2. ASHLAND (EPSILON ALPHA) Members take a break from recruitment preparation to pose for a photo. | 3. PENN STATE (GAMMA RHO) The chapter celebrates new members with a Mardi Gras-themed Bid Day. | 4. CONNECTICUT (IOTA LAMBDA) Sisters participate in a photo shoot during the fall. | 5. RENSSELAER (THETA TAU) Sisters enjoy homecoming weekend with a photo frame booth. | 6. LOYOLA MARYMOUNT (ZETA BETA) Sisters get to know the campus community at an open house event. Pictured are (from left): Haley Brown, Ali Petrichko and Mo Haley. | 7. SUNY/BUFFALO (THETA EPSILON) Members participate in a domestic violence awareness event on campus. | 8. SOUTH DAKOTA (PSI) Sisters Alex Parkinson, Alayna Ackerman, Cassondra Keller and Rachel Mihulka celebrate their selection as 2014 Homecoming Royalty. | 9. WASHINGTON (SIGMA) Sisters celebrate fall with a trip to the pumpkin patch.
Extension Update Alpha Phi Welcomes New Members at Iowa State and St. Francis The Fraternity established two new colonies in fall 2014, momentous occasions at two Midwest institutions for two different reasons. Alpha Phi recolonized the Zeta Delta chapter at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, and began the first Greek organization at the University of St. Francis in Joliet, Ill. Iowa State University welcomed Alpha Phi as the 14th sorority on campus. Extension Team Lead Amy Jordan Tvrdik (Omicron-Missouri) and Educational Leadership Consultants Megan Eckerle (Zeta Psi-Dayton) and Stephanie Tripi (Beta Omega-Kent State) led the team’s efforts for Alpha Phi’s formal recruitment debut in the Memorial Union through colonization events in early September. Team members and local alumnae supported recruitment activities and personal meetings with potential new members. These events culminated with Bid Day on Sept. 11, 2014, when the Panhellenic community welcomed more than 120 new Alpha Phis as they ran through Central Campus and the Campanile. Greek life arrived at St. Francis in late August with a series of Alpha Phi informational sessions, followed by recruitment events, personal meetings and Bid Day. Twenty-two women have made history by joining the first Greek organization on campus. In the fall they participated in homecoming, held a sisterhood retreat at the Executive Office in Evanston, Ill., and experienced their Phi Family reveal. Extension Team Lead Kirsten Siron Fryer (Beta Alpha-Illinois) and Educational Leadership Consultant Hillary Freeman (Gamma Beta-UC/Santa Barbara) led an outstanding team of local and regional volunteers to support this historic colonization.
New members enjoy Iowa State (Zeta Delta) Bid Day.
Educational Leadership Consultants celebrate Bid Day with Zeta Delta's new members.
New members celebrate Bid Day at St. Francis (Iota Phi).
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Congratulations, Honor Society Inductees! The following women were inducted into the Order of Omega honor society during the 2013-14 school year.
ORDER OF OMEGA Akron (Eta Gamma)
Jessica Gonda
Alabama (Beta Mu)
Hayley Burns Allison Floyd Sara Lyerly Shawna Sacca Amanda Schott
Appalachian State (Theta Nu)
Hayley Griffith Melanie Lowrance Elizabeth Obermeyer Arizona State (Gamma Pi)
Miranda Alm Katie Buchanan Chelsea Cloonan Kristin Eales Morgan Froehle Kaitlin Grunst Ileana Lupercio Lindsay Miller Devin Ramos Christina Schmitzer Ashland (Epsilon Alpha)
Stephany Elgin Mollie Jeck Paige Trein
Baldwin Wallace (Delta Upsilon)
Lindsey Bertram Alison Tatro
Ball State (Delta Rho)
Mackenzie Confer Melissa Dowd Emily Nickels
Bowling Green State (Beta Omicron)
Kayla Devine
British Colombia (Beta Theta)
Cassidy Hill Sasha Rhodes Suzanna Su
Butler University (Epsilon Beta)
Lauren Karmire
Carnegie Mellon (Iota Sigma)
Marie Barcic Kerry Filtz Serena Zhou
Case Western (Zeta Pi)
Charlotte Sanfilippo
Central Missouri (Theta Lambda)
Alexandra Hutchison LeAnna Jansen Rebecca Wadle
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Chapman (Eta Upsilon)
Jillian Hunt Jordan Machen
Clemson (Iota Rho)
Kelsey Adamson Rachel Bolte Sarah Dickenson Sarah Fogle Emily Rose Grey
Colorado School of Mines (Iota Zeta)
Anna Bond Chelsea Pomeroy Audrianna Ricotta Erica Wells
Connecticut (Iota Lambda)
Taylor Leach Christina Reese May Stern Akshitha Thatiparthi Cornell (Delta)
Jillian Knowles Steph Lalos Valentina Rodriguez Creighton (Theta Delta)
Courtney Coslor Katelyn McDevitt Alexa Modrell Hanna Myers Darby Smith CSU/Chico (Theta Upsilon)
Brooke Bedard Christine Costa Rachael Kapp Danielle Lundstedt Haley Matthews Julie Ramos Brianna Soares
CSU/Long Beach (Gamma Kappa)
Lorraine Delarosa Mary Kate Marschke Marissa Neitzel Alli Standish
CSU/Northridge (Epsilon Upsilon)
Bailey Caeg Claire Waln
CSU/San Bernardino (Eta Beta)
Dakota Ruiz
Dayton (Zeta Psi)
Megan Eckerle Emily Frost Emily Garman Emily Guthlein Stephanie Malloy Anna Straus Lexie Wiegel
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Delaware (Epsilon Nu)
Jenna Quagliaroli Kayla Replogle
DePaul (Iota Eta)
Alexis Jackson
DePauw (Gamma)
Marjorie Daily Amelia Marvel Colleen McArdle Kaitlin Pickrel
Drake (Gamma Omicron)
Nickey Jafari
Duquesne (Epsilon Iota)
Bernadette McGuire Audra Rhodes Maria Ricci Eastern Illinois (Zeta Alpha)
Danielle Antonucci Allie Fleming Morgan Fernandes Allison Johnson Elmhurst (Zeta Xi)
Stella Abbinante Anna Ciampanelli Zenya Rae Yap Mary Zizzo Florida State (Gamma Phi)
Leslie Betourne Sydney Brehm Jessica Breslin Rachel Butler Meagan Cullins Alexia Dawes Hallie Evans Mary Matella Kara Mavros Ashley Morgan Ivey Rooney Alexis Sulentic Rachel Todd Ashley Young Florida Tech (Theta Zeta)
Norah Ashoura Alexandria Boddy Franklin & Marshall (Zeta Sigma)
Jessica Tynes
George Washington (Iota Iota)
Nicole Colameta
Hofstra (Theta Mu)
Raquel Garfinkel Alexandra Holt Ariana Patras Ariana Spang
Indiana State (Delta Pi)
Stephanie Binnie
Iowa (Delta Epsilon)
Megan Hackman Dana Hillsman Kristen Koch Cassidy McCue
Kent State (Beta Omega)
Ali Grandjean
Kettering (Iota Epsilon)
Mia Stimac Conley Jennifer Gmerek Shannon Love Jessica McNeil Cassidy Metzer Lafayette (Eta Sigma)
Monica Girardi Caitlin Hope Andrea Parish
Lake Forest (Gamma Epsilon)
Katherine Bentley Elizabeth Bulley Rhiannon Miller Elizabeth Snider
Loyola Marymount (Zeta Beta)
Bianka Bubic Cristina Ventoza
Maine (Delta Nu)
Alana Silverman Jamie Steven
Manitoba (Beta Eta)
Carah Campbell
Marquette (Eta Mu)
Marguerite Biagi Laura Michaletz
Maryland (Delta Zeta)
Katelyn DeVita
Michigan State (Beta Beta)
Grace Amalfitano Lauren Ballard Taylor Boron Alexis Burdo Brooke Champane Elizabeth Garrett Natalie Fiorani Erin Meeks Alex Miller Katherine Panagos Taylor Rogers Midwestern State (Gamma Omega)
Jordan Smith
Minnesota (Epsilon)
Jesse Mara
Nebraska/Kearney (Delta Xi)
Kelsey Evans Sara Johnson Katie Liberty Tessa Mannlein
Paige Pfingsten Sara Ritzdorf Alecia Snygg Carly Wollman New Hampshire (Eta Alpha)
Tressa Fitts Samantha Seymour Anna Shields Taylor Wullschleger North Dakota (Pi)
Jennifer Erbstoesser Taylor Mahin Courtney Rowan North Texas (Gamma Eta)
Alexandra Arbour Hilary Galvanin Adriana Rodriguez Northern Arizona (Iota Pi)
Kasia Bushnell Kristina Galbreath Brynna Ham Candace Keeley Marisa Klee Brianna Lopez Lindsey Milstead Jessica Monday Aubrie Perea Ashley Richards Lauren Ryan Kathryn Saiza Krista Schmidt
Northern Illinois (Epsilon Delta)
Atlee Mathews Dalena Nguyen
Northern Iowa (Epsilon Theta)
Cheltzie Miller-Bailey Emma Owenson Northwestern (Beta)
Paige Lester Laura Rozier
Ohio State (Rho)
Halle Cheplowitz Cristina Dickos Laura Elliott Blaire Goodrick Rachel Littman Catherine Rogers Lauren Schoch Kaitlin Woodyard Old Dominion (Epsilon Eta)
Jessica Kranz
Oregon (Tau)
Jennifer Doll Emma Nelson
Puget Sound (Gamma Zeta)
Meg Gilbertson Elizabeth Harbaugh Emilie Kurth Rensselaer (Theta Tau)
Kelly Dearborn Kylie Harrington Catherine Hastings Paige Townsend Rhode Island (Iota Delta)
Emma Brum Emily Haworth Gina Mainella Alexandra Martin Rochester (Theta Kappa)
Bridget Burghardt Abigail Lalone Pooja Patel Hanna Schwartzbaum San Diego (Eta Rho)
Catherine Brown Dana Heintz
San Diego State (Gamma Alpha)
Maria Castagnola Brittany Grover-Sidler Jennifer Hayes Brenna McGill San Jose State (Beta Psi)
Annie Blaylock Brazil DelBrocco Nicole Mckinney Shelby Ye
Seton Hall (Eta Eta)
Raquel Rodriguez Shippensburg (Theta Xi)
Alaynie Aull Alyssa Hicks Annie Sanchez Amanda Udavchak South Dakota (Psi)
Sarah Barthel Lucy Benitez Nicole Griffith Shaylee Heinert Danci Hoff Michelle Masselink Ellen Nelson Kaitlyn Stern
SUNY/Plattsburgh (Theta Psi)
Erin Burdick Kaila Rodriguez
Syracuse (Alpha)
Samantha Bernstein Cameron Boardman Sara Chynoweth Rebecca Darby Elizabeth Lafontaine
Editor's Note: Rho Lambda and Gamma Sigma Alpha listings were not available at print time.
Melina Martino Mia Medico Kelcie Schofield Zoe Batt Stern
Towson (Eta Omega)
Texas A&M/Commerce (Delta Beta)
Ayesha Bhardwaj Maegan Blansett Crystal Chan Taylor Hanson Jennifer Horton
Alexis Magruder
Texas Tech (Gamma Iota)
Meredith Cornish Madison Elmore Katelyn Hogan Rebecca Martin Lauren Molina Elisa Taylor
Texas (Omega)
Chatelaine Achterberg Andrea Bass Madeline Clark Allison Herrington Sofia Mora
Alyssa Brieloff Nicolette Macchiaroli
UC/Berkeley (Lambda)
UC/Irvine (Eta Kappa)
Nilofar Becker Brooke Braga Samantha Corwin Brooklynn Miglizzi Nina Montazeri Sheila Nikdel Hannah Ouellette Rachel Ouellette Darien Southerland
UCLA (Beta Delta)
M. Claire Plecha Carlye Rosen Shannon Wailes Madeleine Welsh
University of the Pacific (Iota Gamma)
Utah (Beta Sigma)
UNC/Wilmington (Eta Xi)
Villanova (Eta Epsilon)
Kate Ballatore Andrea Chattler
Meghan Carey Clare Dolan Lauren Ellis Jennifer Faubus Morgan King Rachel Elayne White USC (Beta Pi)
Alexandra Antosy Clara Canul Enlin Chua Caroline Geckle Gina Hernandez Kaitlin Whitney O’Hara Brynne Terry
Maranda Lebrecht Victoria Pozzuoli Lauren Prendergast Laura Graf
Virginia (Zeta Iota)
Zoe Bellars Sarah Dunaye Molly Hunter Erin Hunter Eve Marenghi Sarah Olsen
Washburn (Upsilon)
Catie Blocker Audriana Monteith Lynh Tran
Washington State (Beta Rho)
Payton Blankevoort Emily Rose Rodgers Katy Traynor
Washington University (Zeta Upsilon)
Chelsea Eisner Elizabeth Garai Louisa Kornblatt Danielle Kristal Rachel Margolin Carly Scheinberg West Virginia (Beta Iota)
Katie Morrison Rachel Poe
Western Michigan (Delta Theta)
Tori Juenemann Kailey Lippoldt Abigal Winters
Whitman (Beta Phi)
Wichita State (Gamma Xi)
Emily Arbuckle Mogie Curmode Amanda Ewertz
William Woods (Delta Chi)
Addie Carion Samantha Harris Kathryn Hodges Emily Nichols
Wisconsin/La Crosse (Delta Kappa)
Taylor Anderson Elizabeth Aslin Rachel Bonneville Emily Drew Annie Jenkin
Kelsey Roehner Taylor Thomas Allie Willson
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Foundation
Message from the Foundation Chair
Dear Sisters, Parents and Friends, Author Robert Collier was both wise and practical when he said, “Success is the sum of small efforts — repeated day in and day out.” Alpha Phi Foundation rededicates itself every day to embracing the core of our mission: advancing women’s lives through the power of philanthropy. Like our donors, we never stop asking ourselves what more we can do. As we reflect upon fiscal year 2014, we were able to do much more to further our mission and our impact because of the generosity of our sisters. We expanded our scope of funding, continued to strengthen our network of support and celebrated a number of important milestones that position us for future growth. Among them were: • Awarding the first $100,000 Heart to Heart Grant • Providing seed money for the Fraternity’s new Leadership Fellows program to help senior collegiate members successfully transition from campus to career • Awarding our first need-based scholarships • Endowing two new scholarships • Marking the 10th anniversary of our Red Dress program • Celebrating our collegiate chapters raising a record-breaking $2 million dollars in one year
“Program support grew from $1.5 million in fiscal year 2013 to $2.1 million in fiscal year 2014, an increase of 40 percent year over year.”
• Introducing Clara’s Circle — a new giving society for collegiate members named after founder Clara Bradley Burdette • Establishing the Hand to Hand Fund to support chapters impacted by man-made or natural catastrophes • Launching our award-winning Take Heart. Take Part. program to train all collegiate members (16,000) in Hands OnlyTM CPR training These accomplishments were possible because of key milestones we experienced financially. Our strong investment performance and the generosity of our donors resulted in a $1.8 million increase in our endowment. Program support grew from $1.5 million in fiscal year 2013 to $2.1 million in fiscal year 2014, an increase of 40 percent year over year. As we look ahead, we will continue to make our mark in education, leadership development and improving women’s heart health. We will stride boldly forward in our constant quest to be counted among the finest women’s Greek organizations. And together, we will continue to invest in an even stronger Alpha Phi, developing tomorrow’s leaders and advancing our trailblazing work while continuing on the path to a fully-funded endowment. Thank you to the members of our board and staff for their hard work and commitment to furthering the goals of the Foundation, and thank you to our generous donors who make our work and our success possible each and every day. Your continued partnership with us is more important than ever, and it will ensure the impact and sustainability of this remarkable organization long into the future. Thank you for believing in our mission. Thank you for believing in Alpha Phi. Loyally,
Diane Spry Straker (Delta Alpha-East Carolina) Foundation Chair
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Alpha Phi Foundation Annual Financial Report Alpha Phi Foundation’s financial statements are audited annually in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and auditing standards. For the years ending June 30, 2014 and 2013, this independent audit was conducted by Legacy Professionals, LLP (Chicago, Ill.).
2014 2013
Cash And Cash Equivalents
$908,829
$283,535
Receivables
Unconditional Pledges - Net
374,726
Contribution Receivable From Remainder Trusts
Accrued Interest
Other Prepaid Expense Inventory Investments Property And Equipment - Net Total assets
534,307
-
11,446
54,699
21,847
455
1,749
299
2,885
20,687 27,438 11,749,386 10,190,560 507,266
503,418
$13,616,347
$11,577,185
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS LIABILITIES Accounts Payable
$48,329
$25,038
Accrued Expenses
20,162
16,711
Scholarships payable
264,531
146,062
Related party payable
66,909
4,462
Grants payable
224,170
220,412
$624,101
$412,685
NET ASSETS Unrestricted
Temporarily restricted
Permanently restricted
8,667,363 6,831,033
Total
REVENUE, GAINS AND OTHER SUPPORT Contributions
$2,008,875 $162,797
Community
411,624
$156,186 $2,327,858
-
-
411,624
Leadership Endowment
-
-
(5,827)
Other
-
296,242
(16)
296,226
Bequests
-
138,929
(5,827)
138,929
-
22,100
-
-
22,100
Rental Income
26,100
-
-
26,100
1,698,072
102,810
-
1,800,882
-
-
-
-
24,566
-
-
24,566
Investment Income (loss) – Net Change in the Value of Split-Interest Agreements Other income
Sale of Alpha Phi merchandise
Sub-Total revenue, gains and other support $4,330,266 $561,849 $150,343 $5,042,458 Net assets released from restrictions
Total liabilities
Unrestricted Temporarily Permanently Restricted Restricted
Appeal
STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION: JUNE 30, 2014 AND 2013 ASSETS
STATEMENTS OF ACTIVITIES: YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2014
720,776
Total revenue, gains and other support
(720,776)
-
-
$5,051,042 $(158,927)
$150,343
$5,042,458
EXPENSES Program Services
Scholarships
151,612
-
-
151,612
Heart to Heart Projects
156,132
-
-
156,132
Community Projects
232,882
-
-
232,882
Forget-Me-Not
78,734
-
-
78,734
Hand-to-Hand
25,000
25,000
235,343
394,270
4,089,540
3,939,197
1,490,941
-
-
1,490,941
Total net assets
$12,992,246
$11,164,500
Total Program Services $2,135,301
-
-
$2,135,301
Total liabilities and net assets
$13,616,347
$11,577,185
Management and General
401,898
-
-
401,898
Fundraising
677,513
-
- 677,513
Philanthropic and educational
Total expenses
$3,214,712
-
-
$3,214,712
Change In Net Assets
$1,863,330 $(158,927)
$150,343
$1,827,746
NET ASSETS
$2 MILLION Record-breaking amount raised by collegiate chapters in 2014
Beginning of year
$6,831,033
$394,270
$3,939,197 $11,164,500
End of year
$8,667,363
$235,343
$4,089,540 $12,992,246
$100,000
First $100,000 Heart to Heart Grant awarded. Recipient was Memorial Hermann Foundation in Houston, Texas.
40%
Percentage increase in Foundation donor support
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Alpha Phi Foundation Launches Lifesaving AED Campaign These days, automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are everywhere. They are in office buildings, commercial airliners, grocery stores and more. With your help, we’ll add every Alpha Phi chapter to that list. AEDs are portable devices that can be used to treat sudden cardiac arrest. But the real power of these devices is that they give everyone the ability to help save a life. In December, Alpha Phi Foundation launched an ambitious campaign to place AEDs in every Alpha Phi chapter. When you give to this campaign, you do more than help put an AED in every chapter. You redefine what AED means. When an AED
restarts the heart of a collegian with a zest for life, AED stands for Amazing Educated Daughter. Imagine if a defibrillator helped save your life: how would you define AED? This lifesaving campaign is the perfect way to directly support your Alpha Phi chapter. With your help, we will do more than put an AED in every chapter; we will show our support and concern for the safety of all of our members through the power of our Actively Engaged Donors! Make your gift today and track the progress of your chapter by visiting alphaphifoundation.org/give/aed.
Why the AED Campaign Matters This year, more than 920,000 people in North America will have a heart attack. Nearly half of them will occur without any warning signs. Because our Alpha Phi chapters are places of gathering for so many people — collegians, alumnae, family and friends — we want to make them the safest and most nurturing environments possible. Your support of our AED campaign ensures we will do just that.
Take Heart. Take Part. Expands in its Second Year Take Heart. Take Part. Program Recognized with Industry Award Alpha Phi Foundation’s Take Heart. Take Part. program was recognized at North-American Interfraternity Foundation’s (NICF) THE Foundations Seminar with the Award of Distinction for Best Campaign/Program in Support of an Outside Philanthropy. This accolade recognized the program’s success in its first year, in which 100 percent of collegiate chapters either registered for or completed their Hands-Only™ CPR training session. Above: Alpha Phi Foundation staff accepts the Award of Distinction for Best Campaign/Program in Support of an Outside Philanthropy at NICF’s THE Foundations Seminar.
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In February 2014, Alpha Phi Foundation launched its Take Heart. Take Part. program. In support of the American Heart Association (AHA), the Foundation provided the funding to bring Hands-Only™ CPR training to all collegiate members across North America. The Foundation is committed to this cause because 89 percent of sudden cardiac arrests happen outside of the hospital, and survival depends on immediate attention. Now entering its second year, Take Heart. Take Part. is poised to grow, with the piloting of new platforms to help chapters extend their annual Hands-Only™ CPR training session to include other Greek groups, their campuses and eventually the entire community. Pilot events for alumnae and their families are also in the works. Alpha Phi Foundation is excited to grow this program and continue to build a legacy of Alpha Phi lifesavers. This year, all Alpha Phi new members will have the opportunity
to learn Hands-Only™ CPR as a part of their new member education program. This is a meaningful way to give Alpha Phi’s newest sisters an immediate connection to our philanthropic focus on women’s heart health. In addition to training new members, every collegiate chapter will hold a refresher training session for all members. Also, chapters will begin training local high school students through a new initiative with the American Heart Association (AHA).
Foundation Makes History with Donation to Frances Willard Historical Association
Top: Alpha Phi Foundation Executive Director Ann Brinkman Carstensen (Zeta Delta-Iowa State) presents a check to Frances Willard Historical Association’s (FWHA) Executive Director Glen Madeja. Above: A new historic marker is unveiled at the 175th birthday celebration. The marker mentions Willard’s service as president of Alpha Phi Fraternity.
“Let something good be said.” These words, etched on an upstairs study fireplace at the Frances Willard House Museum (FWHA) in Evanston, Ill., were conversation starters at the 175th birthday celebration of this educator, suffragist, social reformer and philanthropist. Alpha Phi Foundation proudly participated in this special celebration of Frances Elizabeth Willard — Alpha Phi’s first alumna initiate and 16th president. In recognition of Willard and her many contributions toward the advancement of women, the Foundation presented a $25,000 gift to the FWHA — the lead gift in the association’s new renovation campaign, and the largest gift received in FWHA’s history. This donation is part of Alpha Phi Foundation’s Heritage program. A portion will be used to develop a professional docent program at the museum, which will increase the availability of guided tours to the public. Additionally, the script used for these tours will now include Willard’s
affiliation and leadership with Alpha Phi. The remainder of the gift will be used to renovate the space within the house that Willard used as her office while she served as president of Alpha Phi. An exhibit of Alpha Phi memorabilia will be on display, permanently, to further showcase the relationship between Willard and Alpha Phi. “Frances Willard promoted a ‘do everything’ philosophy to inspire women to become involved in social issues and to take a stand in their own futures,” said Ann Brinkman Carstensen (Zeta Delta-Iowa State), executive director of Alpha Phi Foundation. “She left an important legacy that continues to inspire us today, and we wanted to honor her contributions to both Alpha Phi and the world in a lasting and meaningful way.” To learn more about the Frances Willard Historical Association, visit franceswillardhouse.org.
Apply Now for an Alpha Phi Foundation Scholarship A deep belief in education for women brought our 10 Founders together in 1872. Today, the legacy of that belief lives on through the Foundation’s Scholarship Program. Thanks to the generous support of our donors, Alpha Phi Foundation’s Scholarship Program offers merit- and need-based scholarships to help Alpha Phis reach their educational goals. The application for the 2015-16 academic year is now available. Encourage any remarkable Alpha Phis you know — graduate or undergraduate — to apply today. Visit alphaphifoundation.org (keyword: scholarship) for more information and to access the online application. Applications are due by March 1, 2015.
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1. Alumnae Reunite at Wedding Indiana (Beta Tau) sisters reunite during the wedding of Kaitlin Loucas Price (Beta Tau-Indiana). Photo courtesy of Icarus Photography. 2. Alumnae Enjoy Fall Gathering UC/Santa Barbara (Gamma Beta) alumnae enjoy a potluck brunch in Petaluma, Calif. 3. Alumnae Enjoy Baby Shower Sisters join Lindsay Martin Poss (Beta Psi-San Jose State) at her baby shower in August. 4. Members Attend Wedding Iota Eta (DePaul) alumnae celebrate the wedding of sister Katie Secor (Iota Eta-DePaul) in Nashville, Tenn. 5. Wedding Coincides with Founders' Day Bride Laurel Herold Hood (Gamma OmicronDrake) celebrates with Gamma Omicron sisters at her reception on Oct. 10, 2014 6. Alumnae Celebrate Sister’s Wedding CSU/ Northridge (Epsilon Upsilon) alumnae reunite to celebrate the wedding of Deya Zimmerman Mansell (Epsilon Upsilon-CSU/ Northridge) in Malibu, Calif. 7. Sisters Reunite for Baby Shower Alumna Ashley Berman Warsaw (Beta Iota-West Virginia) celebrates her baby shower with Alpha Phi sisters.
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Silent Chapter announcements may be submitted at alphaphi.org (keywords: silent chapter) or to quarterly@alphaphi.org. Please note, class year listed in parentheses is year of initiation.
Alabama (Beta Mu) Eugenia Mills Berta (‘48), Sept. 15, 2014. Katy Whatley Moses (‘47), July 22, 2014. Alumna Initiate (Alpha Lambda) Jeanne Rolwing Bevill (‘95), July 30, 2014. Baldwin Wallace (Delta Upsilon) Katherine Buck Shane (‘64), May 1, 2014. Ball State (Delta Rho) Judith Schori Kolkman (‘64), Sept. 6, 2014. Bowling Green State (Beta Omicron) Deborah Herwick Holdren (‘70), July 2, 2014. Colorado (Beta Gamma) Sally Connell Deckard (‘50), July 25, 2014. Patricia Pearce McCarty (‘44), Aug. 22, 2014. Buena Rassmussen Oldaker (‘50), July 6, 2014. Cornell (Delta) Jane Ingram Fye (‘43), July 25, 2014. CSU/Long Beach (Gamma Kappa) Barbara Graham Wagoner (‘62), Aug. 24, 2014. Carole Hamilton Watts (‘69), Sept. 25, 2014. Denison (Beta Kappa) Barbara Crangle Trainer (‘41), July 30, 2014. Gretchen VanScoy Smith (‘55), Jan. 22, 2014. DePauw (Gamma) Diane Grosvenor Lemaster (‘49), July 7, 2014. Drury (Gamma Gamma) Ann Richards Ketcham (‘69), Sept. 21, 2014.
Duke (Beta Nu) Phylis Dodson Ballingall (‘49), July 14, 2014. East Carolina (Delta Alpha) Lisa Williams (‘89), July 12, 2014. Eastern Illinois (Zeta Alpha) Kristine Bruce (‘87), June 3, 2014. Idaho (Beta Zeta) Donna MacRae Mathews (‘47), Aug. 26, 2014. Illinois (Beta Alpha) Josephine Simon Thar (‘49), Oct. 23, 2014. Indiana (Beta Tau) Maureen Carey Gardner (‘67), Jan. 20, 2014. Rita Schick Metcalfe (‘68), Aug. 4, 2014. Indiana State (Delta Pi) Paula Daniels Wickstrom (‘72), Sept. 15, 2014. Indiana U. of Pennsylvania (Delta Phi) Janet Koch Simpson (‘66), Jan. 17, 2014. Iowa (Delta Epsilon) Carolyn Arnold Cooper (‘61), July 22, 2014. Wendy Hughes (‘82), Jan. 19, 2014. Iowa State (Zeta Delta) JoAnne Oxley Draper (‘77), June 17, 2014. Molly Maguire-Reek (‘77), Aug. 28, 2014. Kansas (Gamma Delta) Rebecca Garvin Griswold (‘52), Aug. 12, 2014. Kay Prelogar Roberts (‘59), Aug. 18, 2014. Kent State (Beta Omega) Judith Ward Cope (‘67), Sept. 28, 2014. Claudia Crowell Kalis (‘57), July 29, 2014.
Louisiana State/Shreveport (Epsilon Tau) Ellen Davidson Northcutt (‘75), Feb. 26, 2014. Miami University (Gamma Nu) Jacqueline Woods (‘59), Aug. 1, 2014. Michigan (Theta) Susan Amluxen Bowler (‘64), Aug. 20, 2014. Marjorie Eller Replogle (‘60), Aug. 25, 2014. Michigan State (Beta Beta) Elizabeth Peabody Johnson (‘52), Sept. 11, 2014. Jeanette Sherwood Lindsey (‘37), Aug. 25, 2014. Minnesota (Epsilon) Margaret Shea Fink (‘46), Aug. 26, 2014. Sarah Jones Koether (‘39), Sept. 28, 2014. Carol McCraney (‘53), Aug. 3, 2014. Missouri (Omicron) Dorothy Dickerson Boltz (‘37), Sept. 20, 2014. Mary Keller Gard (‘60), May 31, 2014. Nebraska (Nu) Maurine Reese Drummond (‘42), Jan. 15, 2014. Nebraska/Kearney (Delta Xi) Barbara Buntemeyer Basinger (‘79), Sept. 13, 2014. North Dakota (Pi) Connie Sadowsky Crews (‘64), Oct. 16, 2014. Nancy Short Muncy (‘45), March 11, 2014. Northwestern (Beta) Phyllis Anderson Alcock (‘49), Aug. 9, 2014. Mary Stupka (‘73), Aug. 24, 2014.
Ohio State (Rho) Hannah Goucher Connor (‘44), Sept. 6, 2014. Nancy Campbell Crusey (‘48), Oct. 20, 2014. Nancy Baxter Steiner (‘58), June 24, 2014. Oklahoma (Phi) Joan Lima Duncan (‘56), July 4, 2014. Jayne McFarland Mason (‘46), Aug. 28, 2014. Cecile Davis Richards (‘41), Aug. 22, 2014. Oregon (Tau) Jean Loomis (‘43), July 8, 2014. Oregon State (Beta Upsilon) Betty Hammons (‘66), June 25, 2014. Penn State (Gamma Rho) Zella Harrington Tripp (‘64), Sept. 14, 2014. Puget Sound (Gamma Zeta) Janet Hatch Starkey (‘53), Aug. 8, 2014. Roanoke (Delta Iota) Anne Blane Grubbs (‘70), Aug. 8, 2014. San Diego State (Gamma Alpha) Margaret Bartley DeCaro (‘50), Sept.11, 2014 Patricia McCormick Rickon (‘54), Sept. 28, 2014 San Jose State (Beta Psi) Judy Adams Lauter (‘55), April 13, 2014. Allison Pfleghaar Spieler (‘51), July 17, 2014. Wanda Thatcher (‘48), June 4, 2014.
STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP, MANAGEMENT AND CIRCULATION 1. Publication Title: Alpha Phi Quarterly 2. Publication No.: 014-680 3. Filing Date: 10/02/14 4. Issue Frequency: Quarterly 5. No. of Issues Published Annually: 4 6. Annual Subscription Price: $25.00 7. Mailing Address of Publication: Alpha Phi Fraternity, 1930 Sherman Ave., Evanston, Cook County, IL 60201-3214 Contact Peron: Kristen Mitchell, Editor-in-Chief
Telephone: 847.316.8938
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11. Known bondholders, mortgages, and other security holders owning or holding one percent or more of total amount of bonds, mortgages, or other securities: None
8. Mailing Address of Headquarters: Alpha Phi Fraternity, 1930 Sherman Ave. Evanston, IL 60201-3214 9. Publisher: Alpha Phi Fraternity, 1930 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL 60201-3214 Editor: Kristen Mitchell, Editor-in-Chief, 1930 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL 60201-3214 Managing Editor: Kristen Mitchell, Editor-in-Chief, 1930 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL 60201-3214
12. The purpose, function and nonprofit status of this organization and the exempt status for federal income tax purposes: Has Not Changed During Preceding 12 Months. 13. Publication Title: Alpha Phi Quarterly 14. Issue Date of Circulation Data Below: 10/15/14
10. Owner: Alpha Phi Fraternity, 1930 Sherman Ave. Evanston, IL 60201-3214 Avg. No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Mos.
Total Number of Copies (Net press run) Paid Circulation 1) Mailed Outside-County Paid Subscriptions Stated on PS Form 3541 2) Mailed In-County Paid Subscriptions Stated on PS Form 3541 3) Paid Distribution Outside the Mails Including Sales Through Dealers and Carriers, Street Vendors, Counter Sales, and Other Paid Distribution Outside USPS 4) Paid Distribution by Other Classes Mailed Through the USPS c. Total Paid Distribution d. Free or Nominal Rate Distribution 1) Free or Nominal Rate Outside-County Copies Included on PS Form 3541 2) Free or Nominal Rate In-County Copies on PS Form 3541 3) Free or Nominal Rate Copies Mailed at Other Classes Mailed through the USPS 4) Free or Nominal Rate Distribution Outside the Mail e. Total Free or Nominal Rate Distribution f. Total Distribution g. Copies Not Distributed h. Total i. Percent Paid
No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date
58,000
142,800
57,230 0
142,114 0
0 0 57,230
0 0 142,114
0 0 0 0 0 57,230 770 58,000 100%
0 0 0 0 0 142,114 686 142,800 100%
South Dakota (Psi) Constance Winjum Christiansen (‘60), July 24, 2014. Candy Madsen Cooper (‘67), Sept. 8, 2014. Gwendolyn Leikvold Gann (‘47), Oct. 13, 2014 Laurin Hagen Kirley (‘55), March 6, 2014. Mary Jo Cahill Wachtler (‘42), Sept. 27, 2014. Stanford (Kappa) Barbara Blyth Coghlan (‘40), July 1, 2014. SUNY/Plattsburgh (Theta Psi) Esther Holub Bienick (‘02), Sept. 8, 2014. Syracuse (Alpha) Vera Gere Courtney (‘42), Sept. 21, 2014. Mary Stewart OBrien (‘45), Jan. 28, 2014. Texas (Omega) Sarah Gunby Kinne (‘43), Oct. 6, 2014. Nancy Ewing Sutton (‘37), Sept. 21, 2014. Texas A&M/Commerce (Delta Beta) Kelly Davis (‘78), Jan. 15, 2014. Texas State (Zeta Kappa) Linda Goolsby (‘80), October 19, 2014. Texas Tech (Gamma Iota) Kylie Murphy (‘13), Sept. 5, 2014. Anna Christie Stuart (‘73), April 24, 2014. UC/Berkeley (Lambda) Patricia Manners Everett (‘45), Sept. 11, 2014. Phyllis Bowman Pedersen (‘38), April 4, 2014. Eileen Davidson Shamel (‘36), Oct. 1, 2014.
UC/Santa Barbara (Gamma Beta) Eleanor Roberts Nance (‘98), July 1, 2014. Pamela Thurston (’71), Oct. 8, 2013. UCLA (Beta Delta) Frances Thurman McKown (‘42), April 18, 2014. University of the Pacific (Iota Gamma) Kristina Benson (‘98), Sept. 16, 2014. USC (Beta Pi) Marion Neale Honsaker (‘54), Aug. 13, 2014. Washburn (Upsilon) Joann Tauchman Berger (‘52), Oct. 21, 2014. Pauline Keazer Poe (‘46), Oct. 5, 2014. Washington (Sigma) Dorothy Sheller Churchill (‘38), Aug. 7, 2014. Nancy Bird Mason (‘66), Aug. 24, 2014. Whitman (Beta Phi) Eleanor Anderson Burgess (‘52), Aug. 5, 2014. Wichita State (Gamma Xi) Valerie Alpha Costner (‘78), Sept. 21, 2014. William Woods (Delta Chi) Deborah Harris (‘86), July 1, 2014. Gwen Sturtevant Wallot (‘66), July 3, 2014. Wisconsin (Iota) Helen Hopkins Benedict (‘40), Feb. 22, 2014. Jane Bramberg (‘50), Aug. 18, 2014. Theo Field Smyth (‘49), Oct. 18, 2014. Marjorie Randolph Ziemer (‘49), Oct. 18, 2014.
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Lauren Locke
Liane Jones Locke (Gamma IotaTexas Tech)
(Gamma IotaTexas Tech)
The collegiate experience has changed significantly since the 1970s. We asked Lauren Locke (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech), a 2009 initiate, and her mother Liane Jones Locke (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech), a 1976 initiate, a handful of questions about their time as undergraduate members. Read their answers below to see how life on campus has transformed over the past 35 years. We had to draw our tickets for every game to see where we would sit, and almost everyone went to the games with a date. The guys typically started calling after we got home from our chapter meeting on Monday nights, and we were always trying to get dates with guys in the same fraternities so we could sit together. You had to really work hard to keep your one phone line open. Courtship and Marriage. It was a favorite campus elective because it was easy, fun and interesting.
We wrote letters or made long-distance phone calls — probably every few weeks.
Denim overalls coupled with a bandana worn as a triangular scarf over the hair. It sure came in handy for Friday classes!
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Game day traditions
Our football game days were spread out all over campus, and since we didn’t live in a chapter house, it was hard to get everybody rounded up. We did, however, hang around the same tailgates and went into the games to sit together.
Favorite college course
Writing for Series Television. We created scripts for different television series pitches, mainly for comedies.
Staying in touch with sisters over the summer
At the beginning of college, we posted on each other’s Facebook walls, Tweeted or Skyped. Once smartphones became more prominent, we texted each other through group text almost every day.
Regrettable fashion trend
Pairing my oversized T-shirt and Nike shorts with Uggs. That was definitely not as cute as we all thought!
My mother Diane Johanson Jones (OmegaTexas). Even though she went to college, she never had a paid job, but she always found ways to use her many talents for a variety of causes while still being a great homemaker and support for the family.
Female role model during college
International President Deana Koonsman Gage (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech). She visited our chapter many times when I was a collegian. She was — and still is — so knowledgeable, poised, laid back, funny and of course, stylish. She is a true example of an Alpha Phi woman.
Rewarding. Home. Evolving.
Alpha Phi in three words
Rewarding. Meaningful. Endearing.
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BULLETIN BOARD Gamma Beta Anniversary Celebration
Celebrate Theta Upsilon’s 20th Anniversary
UC/Santa Barbara (Gamma Beta) will celebrate 65 years on campus April 23-26, 2015. Weekend activities will include a luncheon, a chapter facility tour and Alpha Phi songs. Contact Leslie Solomon Klonoff (Gamma Beta-UC/Santa Barbara) at lesliesolomon.klonoff@ucsbalum.com for more information.
Alumnae from CSU/Chico (Theta Upsilon) look forward to a 20th anniversary celebration April 17-19, 2015. For up-to-date information, join the group on Facebook (keyword: Chico State Alpha Phi Alumnae) or email alphaphichicoanniversary@gmail.com.
Gamma Iota 60th Anniversary Celebration Texas Tech (Gamma Iota) will celebrate 60 years on campus March 27-29, 2015. The event will feature a reunion, a lodge dedication and a ribbon-cutting ceremony. For more information, visit gammaiota.alphaphi.org or contact Kim Isbell Butler (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech) and Kelly Plecker Shropshire (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech) at kbutler@lubbockisd.org and shrop@sbcglobal.net.
CLASSIFIEDS Weddings by Webster Let Alpha Phi alumna Camille Squillante Webster (Epsilon Alpha-Ashland) perform a destination wedding or vow renewal in Fort Walton Beach/Destin, Fla., on the beautiful beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Visit weddingsbywebster. com for more information.
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