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races ahead at the 2010 national convention & leadership conference

2009â&#x20AC;&#x201C;10 Collegiate and alumnae awards

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Meet your district facilitators

Membership for all ages: What does your membership look like?

Roll out the red carpet for the 2010-11 leadership consultants

Alpha Sigma Alpha welcomes Theta Nu Chapter

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Volume 96, Number 4

of Alpha Sigma Alpha Fall 2010

FROM THE EDITOR Dear readers, Inside this issue you will find an inspiring Founders’ Day message from National President Cindy Kelley. Our Founders were very brave and inspirational women, and we would not have the privilege to call ourselves Alpha Sigma Alphas without their dedication to create a new sorority on their campus. In our archives museum at national headquarters, we have various documents and artifacts that tell us about the lives of our Founders, and other members who were very instrumental in Alpha Sigma Alpha’s history. We also read about the accomplishments of women who are currently making history in Alpha Sigma Alpha in the Phoenix.

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Message From the President

In Memoriam

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Foundation News

We know that there are many more Alpha Sigma Alphas accomplishing great things for the sorority, in their professional careers and in their communities. We want to share as many of those stories as possible, so they too can become a part of our history. With the technology that we have today, it is very easy to share those stories through Facebook and Twitter. As we approach Founders’ Day, and as you reflect on your Alpha Sigma Alpha experience, we encourage you to send us stories to share with other sisters by e-mailing asa@alphasigmaalpha.org or by submitting that information through the Official Alpha Sigma Alpha Facebook Application.

District News

In Alpha Sigma Alpha,

News & Events From the Archives

DEADLINES Spring . . . . . . . . . . December Summer . . . . . . . . . . . March Fall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June Winter . . . . . . . . . September

EDITOR

Erika Ann Butts, ebutts@alphasigmaalpha.org

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M essage from the president

Founders’ Day message 2010 B Y C I N D Y K E L L E Y , National President

In 1901, five women at Farmville Normal School in Farmville, VA, had a vision for creating an organization for women that would encourage lifelong friendships and empower women to excel in academics while, also making a difference on their campus and in their community. Since then, Alpha Sigma Alpha has grown and developed into a strong organization for women with unparalleled respect for our heritage, passion for our present and vision for our future. We have secured a place among the fraternal and university communities as an organization that is driven by our vision and purpose and committed to our members.

So, on this Founders’ Day, we have the opportunity to once again celebrate the birth of our beloved sorority and honor the five women who laid the foundation for Alpha Sigma Alpha.

and the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation, as well as many campus and community philanthropies. Values-based educational programming is a top priority for

Our Founders — Mary, Louise, Juliette, Virginia and Calva, — were

membership development. Alpha Sigma Alpha District Day events

trailblazers and visionaries and are responsible for giving breath to

serve the largest number of members of our national events. This

Alpha Sigma Alpha.

past year more than 1,400 members attended one of seven events

We have accomplished much in our 109-year history. Yet we

around the country. District Day events provide opportunities for

know it is only the beginning as we have a lot more to accomplish

collegians and alumnae alike to learn, grow and have fun. Check

in our next 109 years and beyond. Just in the past year, Alpha Sigma

out our web site at www.alphasigmaalpha.org to find out more about

Alpha has experienced vast success. In the area of membership,

a District Day event near you. Then grab a sister or two and make

we saw an increase in total collegiate membership of 10.7 percent

plans to attend so you too can reconnect with one another and

from the prior year, and we experienced a record high new

with Alpha Sigma Alpha.

member recruitment. Alpha Sigma Alpha also added four new

In honor of Founders’ Day, you can also use the postcard in

collegiate chapters to our roll during the past year: Theta Kappa

this issue of the Phoenix to send to a sister who has made a

Chapter at Texas A&M Kingsville, Theta Lambda Chapter at

difference in your life and has strengthened your Alpha Sigma

Frostburg State University, MD, Theta Mu Chapter at Valdosta State

Alpha experience. Our sorority and her members have played and

University, GA, and Theta Nu Chapter at Knox College, IL. Our

continue to play an integral part in our lives. On Nov. 15, please

membership growth extends this fall with colonies at Penn College

join me in honoring our Founders and the sisters who mean so

of Technology in Pennsylvania, University of Missouri – Kansas City,

much to us by celebrating all that is Alpha Sigma Alpha.

Utah Valley University and University of Texas at El Paso. Our collegiate chapters are excelling in the area of academics

In Alpha Sigma Alpha,

as well with an average chapter GPA of 3.09. And once again, our members showed how generous they are with their time, talent and treasure. In 2009–10, Alpha Sigma Alpha collegiate members volunteered 82,189 service hours and our collegiate and alumnae chapters raised $149,271. Members continue to support our

Cindy Kelley,

philanthropic partners Special Olympics, the S. June Smith Center

National President

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2 1. Convention attendees during their tour of Lucas Oil Stadium. 2. 50-year members celebrate sisterhood during the national convention & leadership conference. 3. Alumnae members, from left, Beth Lawrence Lucia, , and Marcia Kinbar Goldstein, , enjoy a glass of wine during the Easley Winery Tour. 4. Epsilon Epsilon collegiate members, from left, Lauren Peel and Hayley Finch, take a break to relax on the front porch of national headquarters during one of the tours. 5. Convention attendees proudly wearing their Alpha Sig baseball T-shirts during the Indianapolis Indians baseball game.

races ahead at the 2010 national convention & leadership conference B Y K R I S T I N B R E M E R H E A T H , Convention Committee Chairman More than 300 women took the “Road to Victory” in Indianapolis this summer at the 2010 Alpha Sigma Alpha National Convention & Leadership Conference. This year’s event was held at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Indianapolis and included the option to tour the new Alpha Sigma Alpha National Headquarters, just a short bus ride from the hotel. Participants had a unique opportunity to attend a volunteer pre-conference, which was facilitated by The Leadership Institute-Women with Purpose, to learn great new ways to be effective leaders and communicators. At the mentor/mentee event, first-time convention attendees were matched up with veteran mentors who were there to fill them in about what to expect from convention and help make their experience a memorable one. Official events kicked off Wednesday evening, June 30, with a warm welcome from National President Cindy Kelley, , and keynote speaker and life

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1. Foundation trustee Beth Zubinski Heidel, , awards scholarships from the foundation during the Foundation â&#x20AC;&#x153;Red Tieâ&#x20AC;? dinner. 2. Alumnae members display the 1950s apparel during the network reception. From left: Joanne Weber Catron, , and Shawnette Moll Markey, . 3. Pete Smithhisler, president and CEO for the North-American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) with collegiate members after his presentation during the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Driving You Luncheon.â&#x20AC;?

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Virginia Beach, VA July 11-15, 2012 at the beautiful Founderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Inn and Spa

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coach Christine Hassler. After Ms. Hasslerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s humorous and inspiring address, the focus changed to networking 1950s style. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s networking event featured sock-hop themed music, food and decorations. The lively atmosphere gave attendees a fun way to network with one another and share ideas. The race to the finish line continued on Thursday (Turn 2) with an exciting introduction to the new Advantage lifetime membership education program and GIN System partnership. This was followed by three workshop blocks with 24 sessions from which participants could choose. During the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Driving You?â&#x20AC;? luncheon, attendees heard several members speak about what motivates them to do all the amazing things they do in their careers and in their communities. During the first business meeting, 50-year members were recognized and committee appointments were made for the biennium. Thursday wrapped up with some free time and optional tours. Attendees had the opportunity to tour Lucas Oil Stadium, visit the Easley Winery, race through the Indianapolis Motor Speedway or enjoy an Indianapolis Indians baseball game. The second business meeting was on Friday morning and the convention body voted on changes and updates to the national bylaws. Kim Benson, - , vice president of finance gave the finance committee and audit report. Several chapter awards for financial and recruitment excellence were also given. Friday (Turn 3) had plenty of shopping opportunities at the Gasoline Alley Emporium. Vendors lined the walkways and a meeting room with treasures of every kind. From books to jewelry, to all the merchandise one could desire, there was something for everyone. At the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Friends of â&#x20AC;? luncheon, the sorority recognized many other Greek organizations in attendance, many of which also call Indianapolis home. Pete Smithhisler, president and CEO of the North-American Interfraternity Conference, spoke about the importance of working together as a Greek family and the relevance of Greek organizations today. After Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lunch, participants learned about the new district structure and had the opportunity to meet volunteers from their district. Friday evening attendees donned their best red attire for the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation Red Tie Dinner. The Foundation awarded several scholarships and celebrated the generous donations from those attending convention. Winners were also announced for some of the prizes from the Foundation red ticket raffle, held Friday afternoon. Dinner was followed by a dessert reception in honor of the second birthday of Dot, â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ladybug mascot. On Saturday (Turn 4) morning, 300 women dressed in white, filled the halls of the Hyatt as they made their way to the Sanctuary Degree service. Brenda Elliot-Edwards, , University of West Alabama, and Brittany Smith, , Longwood University, VA, became the newest members of Alpha Sigma Alpha. Sorority business wrapped up with the third and final business meeting. Immediately following, members paid their respects to those who have left us with a touching memorial service. Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s luncheon was a special occasion to recognize all of the sorority volunteers and thank them for all the work that they do to make Alpha Sigma Alpha an outstanding organization. After lunch, members had some free time to see the sights of Indianapolis and get ready for the biggest event of all, the awards banquet and installation of officers. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s banquet was themed â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Celebration of Victory & Achievement.â&#x20AC;? The evening wrapped up with a dessert reception and an announcement of the location of the 2012 convention & leadership conference â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Virginia Beach, VA. What a great way to cross the finish line. On Sunday, July 4, many members celebrated Independence Day with friends and family in downtown Indianapolis or took advantage of the final tour of national headquarters. The celebration was the perfect end to a fabulous week. FALL 2010

Individual Collegiate Awards 2009â&#x20AC;&#x201C;10 Outstanding New Member Award The Outstanding New Member Award was established to honor and recognize a new member who has been an exceptional contributor to her chapter in her first year of membership. The recipient of the annual award has demonstrated an excellent spirit and attitude the first year of membership including, willingness to accept responsibility, the ability to work well with other chapter members and a potential for taking leadership roles in the chapter and in the national organization once she graduates. Jessica Lynn Gambill, , University of Central Arkansas, this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recipient of the Outstanding New Member Award, exemplifies these qualifications. During her first year of membership in the Beta Lambda Chapter, Jessica demonstrated the level of spirit, responsibility, leadership initiative and dedication every member should demonstrate. Her enthusiasm toward the purpose, vision and values of our sisterhood was demonstrated by her consistent attendance at events, willingness to accept responsibility with chapter operations and overall positive attitude toward all chapter endeavors. She served as the chapter secretary while a new member and is currently the chapterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vice president of alumnae & heritage. She has also served on a variety of chapter committees such as the philanthropy committee and the programming and ritual committee. Outside the sorority, she is active with student government, the campus ambassador program and new student orientation. She regularly volunteers as a camp counselor, participates in Relay for Life and volunteers at a local homeless food service. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jessica is always willing to help others, no matter what her schedule looks like. During her first semester in Alpha Sigma Alpha, one of our executive officers needed help setting up for an event and none of her committee members were able to come. Jessica generously offered the officer help in picking up the food and helping to set up the decorations for the event. The officer wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sure if she would have been able to pull it off without Jessicaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s help. She consistently proves what a great asset she is for this sorority,â&#x20AC;? says her chapter.

Jessica Lynn Gambill, , winner of Outstanding New Member Award

Frost Fidelity Award Alpha Sigma Alphaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Frost Fidelity Award is based on the more intangible sorority values and ideals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fidelityâ&#x20AC;? implies devotion and unswerving loyalty and allegiance. This award goes to a woman with commitment and exemplary service, who demonstrates her regard for others by her actions, who tackles problems large or small and who lends abilities to all projects. This collegiate award was established by Emma Coleman Frost of Pi Pi Chapter and her husband, Donald. We present this annual award to the collegiate member who has truly gone beyond the call of duty while offering unconditional support and friendship. This year the Frost Fidelity Award goes to Natalie Bergstrom. Natalie is a member of Beta Lambda Chapter, University of Central Arkansas. She has held numerous offices and committee positions within her chapter, but more importantly, is described as a member who truly defines our four aims. Her contributions are considered immeasurable and truly valuable. While maintaining a GPA of 3.8 and taking classes as part of the honors college, she has held the offices of philanthropy co-chairman, standards chairman and chapter treasurer. But her involvement also includes a number of campus organizations, including â&#x20AC;&#x153;Up â&#x20AC;&#x2122;Til Dawnâ&#x20AC;? and the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. She volunteers regularly with the Make A Wish Foundation and served on the executive board of 80 Proof, a campus organization that serves to educate students on responsible alcohol consumption. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Natalie has demonstrated her selflessness countless times by stepping up when no one else was able or wanted to. She is always the first to volunteer to help the chapter or a sister,â&#x20AC;? says her chapter. Natalie is traveling for the sorority as a leadership consultant for the 2010â&#x20AC;&#x201C;11 academic year.

Natalie Bergstrom, , winner of Frost Fidelity Award

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Individual Collegiate Awards 2009–10

Amanda Gaabo, - ,winner of Elizabeth Bird Small Award

Elizabeth Bird Small Award The Elizabeth Bird Small Award is given annually in memory of Elizabeth Bird Small, Pi Pi member and former chapter advisor. It is regarded as the highest honor that our sorority can bestow upon an undergraduate member. For this award, Alpha Sigma Alpha recognizes outstanding academic excellence, leadership talents within the chapter and substantial commitments and accomplishments within campus and community environments. Amanda Gaabo, - , is this year’s recipient of the Elizabeth Bird Small Award. Amanda has maintained a 3.7 GPA throughout her college career. In her chapter, she has served as the parliamentarian, editor/historian, treasurer and chapter president. On campus, she was involved in Panhellenic council, various sports clubs and the Society of Women Engineers. She has been the recipient of campus scholarships and honors, including the dean’s list and campus woman of the year finalist. She received the campus 2009 Greek Woman of the Year Award. She has been involved in several philanthropic events on her campus and in the community as well. She has been involved as a soccer volunteer, helped prepare Thanksgiving meals at a local church and participated as a child seat safety check volunteer. “Amanda has her priorities set very straight and is great at managing her schoolwork and fitness, as well as sorority and family life. She takes on a lot of responsibility and handles all of it extremely well,” says her chapter.

collegiate Chapter Awards 2009–10

Shelby Stevens, center, and Rachel Dismukes, right, of Beta Nu Chater, accept the Crown of Excellence Award from Cindy Kelley, , national president.

The Four-Star Chapter Award was established along with the Crown of Excellence Award in 1985 in order to recognize Alpha Sigma Alpha’s collegiate chapters that uphold the high ideals of the sorority in the areas of membership, academic excellence, finances, membership education, chapter operations, philanthropy, national meetings, ritual, organization image, national bylaws, policies and procedures, advisory board and alumnae involvement. There are three additional levels of recognition for chapters that are on their way to being four-star chapters. Aspire chapters have shown a commitment to each other, their chapter and the national organization by upholding the high ideals of the sorority. Seek chapters have built on that commitment and have embraced the responsibility of membership to ensure that the sorority remains strong. Attain chapters have vowed fully to uphold their role, responsibility and commitment to being an energizing influence in the future of their chapter and Alpha Sigma Alpha.

Crown of Excellence Chapter This year’s Crown of Excellence Award goes to the Beta Nu Chapter at Murray State University in Murray, KY. This chapter is known for its outstanding academic performance, great recruitment efforts and membership development. During the 2009-10 academic year, Beta Nu met campus Total and exceeded both its fall and spring recruitment targets. The chapter has excelled academically, consistently maintaining over a 3.2 chapter GPA for the last four years. The chapter also is known for membership development and campus involvement. Women of this chapter are highly involved on campus, with most chapter members participating in other student organizations. The chapter has a very involved advisory board and maintains great relations with alumnae by sending regular newsletters as well as hosting a website and Facebook group for alumnae. The women of the chapter are involved in a long list of service projects and give back to their community regularly.

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Collegiate collegiate Chapter Awards 2009–10 four-star chapters Epsilon Epsilon, Emporia State University, KS Phi Phi, Northwest Missouri State University Beta Lambda, University of Central Arkansas Beta Nu, Murray State University, KY Delta Eta, DePaul University, IL Zeta Eta, Rockhurst University, MO Zeta Mu, Missouri Western State University Zeta Phi, Illinois Institute of Technology

Aspire chapters Four-Star Chapter Award winners.

Beta Beta, University of Northern Colorado

scholastic, financial, philanthropic, recognition Awards 2009–10

Zeta Zeta, University of Central Missouri Epsilon Gamma, Virginia Commonwealth University

seek chapters Scholastic Achievement Award

Beta Gamma, Northeastern State University, OK

The Scholastic Achievement Award is presented to a collegiate chapter with the highest GPA for a school term among the chapters with grades reported from the college or university. Scholastic Achievement – spring 2009: Delta Nu-A, Kettering University, MI – 3.56 GPA Scholastic Achievement – fall 2009: Delta Nu-B, Kettering University, MI – 3.33 GPA

Delta Kappa, University of Southern Indiana Zeta Gamma, Gannon University, PA

attain chapters Eta Eta, Pittsburg State University, KS Delta Sigma, Saginaw Valley State University, MI Zeta Tau, Grand Valley State University, MI Theta Gamma, Christopher Newport University, VA

Members of the Delta Nu-A Chapter, winner of the Scholastic Achievement Award for spring 2009. From left: Sara Zerilli, Huong Thuy Chim, Heather Allen and Carolyn Kost.

Members of the Delta Nu-B Chapter, winner of the Scholastic Achievement Award for fall 2009, the Sidney Gremillion Allen Panhellenic Award and the Phoenix Collegiate Award. From left: Elizabeth McNamara and Alexandria Petit.

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Collegiate Chapter Awards 2009â&#x20AC;&#x201C;10 Rose Marie Fellin Financial Excellence Award

Members of the Zeta Gamma Chapter, winner of the Rose Marie Fellin Financial Excellence Award. From left: Kimberly Sherman, Mara Sedlock and Marissa Tesauro.

The Rose Marie Fellin Financial Excellence Award was established in 1992 in honor of 27 years of service and dedication by Rosie Marie Fellin, . Rosie first served as national treasurer and then as headquarters executive. Her commitment and influence provided our sorority with a strong financial foundation, enabling us to grow substantially at both the national and collegiate levels. This award is given to a collegiate chapter practicing the principles of sound financial management through thorough record keeping, accurate and timely financial reports, communication with national headquarters and staying current with all fees and dues, along with striving toward healthy financial stability. Winner: Zeta Gamma Chapter, Gannon University, PA Honorable Mention: Epsilon Epsilon Chapter, Emporia State University, KS Theta Iota Chapter, Oregon Institute of Technology

Recruitment Excellence Award This year, Alpha Sigma Alpha has instituted a new Recruitment Excellence Award. This award is presented to a chapter that has met its targets set for the year, has reached campus Quota and Total and has been innovative in its approach to planning and implementing a quality recruitment plan. Winner: Zeta Mu Chapter, Missouri Western State University Honorable mention: Epsilon Gamma Chapter, Virginia Commonwealth University Zeta Eta Chapter, Rockhurst University, MO Theta Gamma Chapter, Christopher Newport University, VA

Sidney Gremillion Allen Panhellenic Award Members of the Zeta Mu Chapter, winner of the Recruitment Excellence Award and the Sidney Gremillion All Panhellenic Award. From left: Kristin Parker and Kayte Fisette.

The award is given to the collegiate chapter that displays outstanding Panhellenic spirit and participation. The Panhellenic award was named after Sidney Gremillion Allen, , at the 1994 national convention to honor her 14 years of service as National Panhellenic Conference delegate. During this time, she was the first Alpha Sigma Alpha to rotate through the executive board of NPC, serving as chairman from 1985 to 1987. Winners: Delta Nu-B Chapter, Kettering University, MI Zeta Mu Chapter, Missouri Western State University

Philanthropic Award The Philanthropic Award is given to a chapter that best exhibits the Alpha Sigma Alpha value of generosity. Service and giving back to the community is an important part of Alpha Sigma Alpha. The amount of time taken to work with others, as well as raising money for the national philanthropies, is the basis of this award. Winner: Beta Nu Chapter, Murray State University, KY Honorable mention: Phi Phi Chapter, Northwest Missouri State University Zeta Phi Chapter, Illinois Institute of Technology

Phoenix Collegiate Award This award honors a chapter that has done an outstanding job in submitting articles and photos for the Phoenix magazine. Winner: Delta Nu-B Chapter, Kettering University, MI

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alumnae chapter Awards 2009–10 palm recognition Charm City Baltimore Clarksville Music City, TN

star recognition Houston Phoenix Valley of Sun, AZ Southern Colorado

crown recognition

Crown Recognition Award recipients.

Alumnae Chapter Awards 2009-10 The national council of Alpha Sigma Alpha established the Alumnae Chapter Excellence Awards to recognize alumnae chapters that demonstrate the lifetime dedication to the sorority through chapter management and programming. There are three levels of recognition: Palm, Star and Crown. In addition, the Crown of Excellence Award is presented to an outstanding alumnae chapter. The award is selected from Crown-level chapters with special emphasis on Arista Alumnae Association membership, ritual activities and alumnae initiations, recruitment and programming based around the four aims of Alpha Sigma Alpha. This year’s Alumnae Crown of Excellence Award was presented to the Greater Kansas City, MO Alumnae Chapter. The chapter supports local charities like the Visiting Nurses Association, makes regular contributions to the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation and participates regularly in the Kansas City Alumnae Panhellenic Association. This alumnae chapter has a long list of accomplishments, and we are proud of their life-long commitment to Alpha Sigma Alpha.

Italics denote honorable mention for chapters that received more than 20 points towards the alumnae chapter excellence awards. Austin, TX Blue Mountain Pennsylvania Boston Buffalo, NY Capital City Topeka, KS Central Florida Central Pennsylvania Chicago Metro Chicago North Suburban Chicago West Cincinnati Dallas Dayton, OH Denver Des Moines, IA Detroit Suburban Evansville – Southwest Indiana Hattiesburg, MS Greater Valley Forge, PA Indianapolis Kansas City, MO Laurel Highlands, PA Maryville, MO Mid-Michigan Crown Midnight Sun Alaska Milwaukee North Suburban Chicago NOVA, VA Philadelphia Metro Pittsburg, KS Richmond, VA Springfield, MO St. Louis Tahlequah, OK Tampa Bay, FL Triangle, NC Tulsa, OK Twin Cities, MN, All Stars Washington, DC Windy City, IL

Crown of Excellence Alumnae Chapter Greater Kansas City, MO

Phoenix alumnae award Dallas Alumnae Chapter

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Individual almnae Awards 2009–10 Advisor of the Year Award The Advisor of the Year Award was established in 2004 as a way to recognize the unswerving loyalty and dedication of Alpha Sigma Alpha’s collegiate chapter advisors. Advisors are recognized for their outstanding service, serving as a role model, living according to our ritual and perpetuating Alpha Sigma Alpha’s core values. Chapters and volunteers may nominate any advisor of a chapter. This year’s recipient is Judy Deig, . The chapter she advises, Delta Kappa, University of Southern Indiana, nominated her for this award. The chapter had this to say about Judy: “The chapter would not be where it is today without Judy’s advice. She holds a special place in each of our hearts. She is dedicated to being a lifetime member of Alpha Sigma Alpha.” Judy is a retired teacher and spends each Thursday on campus at the University of Southern Indiana so that she can maintain regular contact with the chapter’s officers and to assist those women struggling academically. Just in the last year, Judy has logged over 1,000 volunteer hours with other community organizations as well. Judy is a member of the Evansville Southwestern Indiana Alumnae Chapter. Judy Deig, , accepts the Advisor of the Year Award from Melissa Koch Merriam, , national vice president of operations.

Andrea Weber, winner of the Fraternity/Sorority Advisor Award

Outstanding Fraternity/Sorority Advisor Award The Outstanding Fraternity/Sorority Advisor Award has been established to recognize a campus professional for exceptional service to Alpha Sigma Alpha and his/her campus community. The recipient exemplifies the core values of Alpha Sigma Alpha, serves as a role model for students and has made an outstanding contribution to Greek life. Andrea Weber, assistant director of student engagement for fraternity and sorority life at Missouri State University, certainly epitomizes the characteristics of this award. The Beta Sigma Chapter nominated her for the award, saying, “Andrea came to our campus with an open mind and was very eager to make Greek life a positive impact on our college campus. She has turned around Greek life and made it an experience of a lifetime.” As assistant director for student engagement, Andrea fosters a responsible fraternity/sorority system through advising the Interfraternity Council, Panhellenic Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Order of Omega and other Greek councils and committees. Additionally, Andrea is currently serving as the 2010 annual meeting chairman for the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors. She has previously served as the Greek life coordinator at Lehigh University, PA, graduate advisor and fraternity house staff member at Bowling Green State University, KY, and area coordinator in the office of residence life at Adrian College, MI. Andrea is a member of Alpha Delta Pi and traveled as an educational leadership consultant after she completed her bachelor’s degree from Oakland University, MI.

Phoenix Best Feature Award The Phoenix Best Feature Award honors an outstanding feature published in the Phoenix magazine. This year Tracey Kiefer, , of Western Illinois University, is recognized for her story, “Sonal Shah, living the Alpha Sigma Alpha Creed and following her dreams,” that appeared in the spring 2010 issue of the Phoenix of Alpha Sigma Alpha. Tracey is also a member of the Windy City Alumnae Chapter.

Tracey Kiefer, , accepts the Phoenix Best Feature Award from Christine Strapac Thomas, , national vice president of communications.

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Individual almnae Awards 2009–10 Agape Awards The Agape Award recognizes volunteers who display a love for Alpha Sigma Alpha and its members. Recipients seek at all times to advance the interests of others and to spread the positive influence of Alpha Sigma Alpha. “Agape” is an active connection with the needs of others without the requirement of gaining something in return. Recipients demonstrate a focus on the greater good of Alpha Sigma Alpha, giving full measure toward the success of others. National council created this award to recognize volunteer leaders who have made a significant difference in the lives of our members and have helped propel the mission and strategic plan of the sorority forward. The Agape Awards are only awarded during national conventions and may be given to one, two or three recipients. In 2010, three volunteers have been selected to receive this award. Deb Fields Dietrich, , Murray State University, KY Adjectives that may describe Deb are: passionate — her love for our sorority is unending; unselfish — she is generous with her time and goes out of her way to be a mentor and involve others in her endeavors; and determined — she is relentless in her pursuit to accomplish the volunteer work for the sorority. Deb has served our organization as the Beta Nu Chapter president, province director, alumnae region director, finance coaching team leader, Foundation treasurer and currently serves as the District 6 facilitator. She has a big heart for Alpha Sigma Alpha and does her best to ensure a strong future for our sorority.

Deb Field Dietrich, , accepts the Agape Award from Melissa Koch Merriam, , national vice president of operations.

Marna Ridenour-Ward, , Miami University, OH Adjectives that describe Marna are passionate and dedicated. She is a strong believer in leadership development. Not only did she write and develop the Emma Coleman Frost Leadership Development Institute curriculum based on Steve Farber’s book, The Radical Leap, she also served as the lead LDI facilitator for numerous years. She also has served as a facilitator for the Undergraduate Interfraternity Institute (UIFI), at NIC’s Futuresquest and for Triangle Fraternity. She was the fraternity/sorority advisor at the University of Toledo and now serves the university as an adjunct professor. Marna has served our organization as a founding member of the 1995 re-colonization of Alpha Alpha Chapter, leadership consultant and a member of national headquarters staff. Marcia Pucci Jacquette, Delta Nu-A, Kettering University, MI Adjectives that describe Marcia are: maximizer, she takes something and makes it great — always recognizing when there is a need for a change; focused — she strives to succeed, one can depend on her to get the job done and involve others in it; and proactive — always anticipating the future needs for our members and chapters. Marcia has served our organization as the Greater Valley Forge Alumnae Chapter editor and secretary, as District 2 webmaster and currently serves as District 2 facilitator. She is strategic and positions Alpha Sigma Alpha for success — she does make a difference.

Marna Ridenour-Ward, , winner of the Agape Award.

Marcia Pucci Jacquette, - , accepts the Agape Award from Kelly McGinnis Morello, , national vice president of membership.

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Individual almnae Awards 2009â&#x20AC;&#x201C;10 Wilma Wilson Sharp Award

Suzanne Kilgannon, , accepts the Wilma Wilson Sharp Award from Cindy Kelley, , national president.

This award is presented in honor of Wilma Wilson Sharp, , president emerita, and recognizes an alumna member who has distinguished herself through service to her community, and profession and has shown significant leadership qualities, loyalty and continued service to Alpha Sigma Alpha. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recipient is Suzanne Kilgannon, , Radford University, VA. Suzanne began her membership with Alpha Sigma Alpha in 1982. She has been a volunteer for Alpha Sigma Alpha for 24 years. She began her service as a chapter consultant, became a collegiate province director and then joined the national council as vice president of collegians. In 1996, she was elected to our highest office and prepared the sorority to celebrate its centennial. During her tenure as national president, she also attended NPC meetings and served as a member of the board of trustees of the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation. Always leading by example, as a past national president, Suzanne has volunteered as a member of the operational oversight team, Zeta Phi Chapter housing corporation board member and as a project team leader. Professionally, Suzanne has excelled in her student affairs career within higher education. She serves as director for student life at DePaul University, IL, and she was recognized in 2006 with the Sue Kraft Fussel award by the Association of Fraternity Advisors.

Evelyn G. Bell Award

Rosie Fellin, , winner of the Evelyn G. Bell Award.

The Evelyn G. Bell Award was instituted by the Buffalo Alumnae Chapter in 1980 in honor of Evelyn G. Bell, past national president. It is presented to an alumna member who exhibits exceptional leadership, loyalty and commitment to Alpha Sigma Alpha by serving as a collegiate officer, alumnae officer and national volunteer. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recipient is Rose Marie Fellin, , Missouri State University. Rose Marie Fellin was initiated as an Alpha Sigma Alpha in 1947 as a charter member of the Beta Sigma Chapter at Southwest Missouri State University and has been an involved member in a variety of capacities since that time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rosie,â&#x20AC;? as she is more commonly known, served the sorority as national treasurer from 1964â&#x20AC;&#x201C;67, served as part of the Beta Sigma Chapter advisory board incrementally for more than 20 years and as a leader within the Beta Sigma housing corporation between 1958-2009. She is most widely known for her service as headquarters executive of the Springfield, MO, national headquarters from 1964â&#x20AC;&#x201C;91. In appreciation for Rosieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s financial acumen, the national sorority created the Rosie Fellin Financial Excellence Award in 1992 to honor chapters who timely and effectively excel in financial management and reporting. Professionally, Rosie was employed as a bank officer for Boatmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bank in Springfield. She is now retired and resides in Springfield. Rosie is a member of the Springfield, MO Alumnae Chapter.

Helen Corey Award

Dolly Purvis Loyd, , accepts the Helen Corey Award from Christine Strapac Thomas, , national vice president of communications.

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The Helen Corey Award was established at the 1982 national convention in Chicago in recognition of Helenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s years of dedicated service to Alpha Sigma Alpha and for her contributions to the history of successful conventions. This award is presented to an individual member in recognition of her unwavering and tireless efforts in service of the sorority and/or her contributions into the planning, preparation and execution of our national convention. In 2008, the award was amended so as to not be limited to service for national convention. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recipient, Dolly Purvis Loyd, , University of Southern Mississippi, began her membership in 1962 as an initiate of Beta Delta Chapter at the University of Southern Mississippi where she received her bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree and masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree. She served her chapter as secretary, rush chairman and vice president. Dolly is a long-time member of the Hattiesburg, MS Alumnae Chapter and served as alumnae chapter president for 20 years. As a long-time Alpha Sigma Alpha volunteer, she has held the office of alumnae region director from 1982â&#x20AC;&#x201C;92, national chairman of philanthropies from 1992-98 and national vice president of

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Individual almnae Awards 2009–10 communications from 1998-08. Dolly also served as the West Alabama colony director and Beta Delta Chapter advisor. She presently volunteers as a member of the volunteer recruitment and placement team and strategic partnerships task force. Dolly Loyd is no stranger to Alpha Sigma Alpha national events. In 1989, she attended and assisted in the planning of the first leadership development institute at the Penn State University. Since that time, she has volunteered as a facilitator at many LDI events. Her workshop “Dining with Dolly” has been a staple at nearly every national convention or district day that Dolly has attended. Dolly presently is an instructor of marketing, College of Business, University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, MS. Her students have been fortunate to be the recipients of her knowledge, experience and guidance for more than 30 years.

Recognition of Eminence Award The Recognition of Eminence Award is designated to honor those alumnae whose professional or community achievements have attracted recognition far beyond the circle of Alpha Sigma Alpha membership. It was created in celebration of the sorority’s 50th anniversary and is awarded at the discretion of the national council. Dr. Rosemary Carucci Goss, , Concord University, WV, has been selected to receive this most distinguished award, the Recognition of Eminence. She is one of only 10 members in Alpha Sigma Alpha history to receive this award. Rosemary grew up in Cucumber, WV, and in 1971 became a member of the Beta Pi Chapter at Concord University, WV, where she received her bachelor of science in home economics education. She then earned her master’s degree in household equipment and housing from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, followed by her doctoral degree in housing from the Florida State University. Rosemary has dedicated her professional career to the development of the residential property management (RPM) program for undergraduates at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA. In the early 1980s, she was instrumental in researching, organizing and developing the program, which was approved by the university in 1985 and became the first program of its kind in the United States. Under her faculty leadership, the program has seen much growth and expansion and has served over 500 graduates during its 25-year history. In addition to teaching courses in the program, Rosemary is also an advocate for student development. She has served as the advisor for the Virginia Tech Student Association of Residential Property Managers for more than 20 years, coordinates the annual career fair, enhances student engagement through study tours, and started and maintains the RPM Advisory Board, which consists of more than 25 companies that support annual scholarships, professional development through study tours and program enhancements. Her passion for the housing industry has taken her beyond Virginia Tech and has afforded her the opportunity to serve as a consultant for other universities, serve on various education committees for professional associations, write 12 publications and make over 20 presentations about property management and multifamily housing. Dr. Goss is a frequent lecturer and writer regarding multifamily housing and the real estate industry. She is often quoted in industry literature and appeared on CNN Today in its segment “What Will the House of the Future Look Like?” which aired January 2000. Dr. Rosemary Goss has received numerous awards recognizing her many contributions to the RPM program. Most recently, it was announced at the 25th anniversary celebration of the residential property management program that the RPM board was working on a $750,000 endowment, which is two thirds of its way to the goal, to be named the Dr. Rosemary Carucci Goss RPM Endowed Program at Virginia Tech. In addition to her professional accomplishments, Rosemary is a distinguished Alpha Sigma Alpha alumna as well. She is past national president and also served Alpha Sigma Alpha as Phoenix editor, vice president of development and vice president of extension, as well as chairman, vice chairman and trustee of the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation. Rosemary is also a past recipient of the Evelyn G. Bell Award.

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Rosemary Carucci Goss, , accepts the Recognition of Eminence Award from Cindy Kelley, , national president and Barb Lombrano Williamson, , former national councilor.

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Meet your district facilitators B Y C H R I S T Y A D A M S , Membership Development Coordinator

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Name: Kathy López Collegiate chapter: Delta Sigma, Saginaw Valley State University, MI Favorite core value: Growth Fondest memory: Visiting Longwood University during the 2000 national convention Hobbies: Reading, knitting, studying Spanish If there was one thing you would have done differently as a collegian, what would it be? I would have taken the time to be more involved in co-curricular activities.

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Name: Abbey Rowe Collegiate chapter: Theta Beta, Roanoke College, VA Favorite novel: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee Who is your role model? Angela Dantzler Bauldree, BZ Favorite core value: Generosity If there was one thing you would have done differently as a collegian, what would it be? Study abroad

Name: Jill Whittenburg Collegiate chapter: Beta Gamma, Northeastern State University, OK Favorite vacation destination: The beach Fondest memory: Hanging out in the red room at the old headquarters in Springfield, MO, as a consultant If there was one thing you would have done differently as a collegian, what would it be? I’d take more pictures so I could remember what fun I was having! Favorite core value: Relationships

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Name: Suzanne Zbikowski Barone Collegiate chapter: Gamma Xi, Slippery Rock University, PA Dessert she can’t live without: Dark chocolate fudge cake Favorite core value: Tie between generosity and enjoyment Favorite vacation destination: Disney World and Myrtle Beach Hobbies: Crafts, sewing, reading, walking, watching football (go Steelers!)

Name: Deborah Fields Dietrich Collegiate chapter: Beta Nu, Murray State University, KY Quote she lives by: “Argue for your limitations, and sure enough, they’re yours.” (Richard Bach) Who is your role model? Emma Coleman Frost, If there was one thing you would have done differently as a collegian, what would it be? Knowing that it’s OK to stop and ask others for assistance. It’s in these partnerships that we can reach bigger goals. Hobbies: Inline skating, cooking and gardening

Name: Carol Jensen Collegiate chapter: Zeta Kappa, Minnesota State University-Mankato Favorite core value: Balance Fondest memory: 2008 convention: I got to attend it with my niece (who is also an Alpha Sigma Alpha), and the two of us sponsored my sister (her aunt) as an alumna initiate. Quote she lives by: “Learn diligently, serve selflessly and live honorably.” Just one more thing: The one song that will always get me out of my chair and onto the dance floor is “Dancing Queen” by ABBA!

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Name: Marcia Pucci Jacquette Collegiate chapter: Delta Nu-A, Kettering University, MI Quote she lives by: “Assume goodwill.” Favorite novel: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen Favorite vacation destination: Anywhere near the beach! Favorite core value: Relationships

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The role of a district facilitator is to connect collegiate and alumnae members and chapters to organizational resources and conduct assessments of chapter needs. You get tons of e-mails, lots of support and sometimes a much-needed nudge from these ladies. Find out what makes them tick.

Name: Kat Wolfington Harth Collegiate chapter: Epsilon Epsilon, Emporia State University, KS Favorite vacation destination: Colorado, now that it’s no longer home Cartoon character that best describes her: Winnie the Pooh Hobbies: Riding my cruiser bicycle, belly dancing, playing the piano, watching movies Quote she lives by: “You can't stay in your corner of the forest, waiting for others to come to you. You have to go to them sometimes.” (Winnie the Pooh)

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Alpha Sigma Alpha welcomes Theta Nu Chapter

B Y A N N A M E I E R , Editor/Historian In the spring of 2007, five women seeking to create a social organization focused on scholarship, leadership and service, formed the Alpha Theta Pi (ATP) sorority at Knox College in Galesburg, IL. Three years later, 23 collegiate women and three ATP alumnae came together to be installed as the Theta Nu Chapter of Alpha Sigma Alpha. A proposed moratorium on new Greek organizations at Knox in 2009 threatened to derail the colonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goal of affiliating with a national organization. After much hard work on the part of its members, ATP was approved to seek a national affiliation. The women of ATP were thrilled to find an organization with values aligned with theirs. Alpha Sigma Alphaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s open motto â&#x20AC;&#x153;[gives] you this framework. Aspire, seek and attain leadership. Aspire, seek and attain to be scholastically competitive. Aspire, seek and attain to better your community,â&#x20AC;? said Paige Barnum. Hard work has been characteristic of the colonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s members since its formation. They have

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clocked thousands of hours of community service, maintained one of the highest GPAs among Greek organizations at Knox and earned the Greek week campus involvement award two years in a row. Theta Nuâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s installation events took place on May 22, 2010, in Knoxâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historic Old Main and at nearby Lake Bracken Country Club. The installation team consisted of National President Cindy Kelley, , Leadership Consultant Laura Smith, , Membership Growth Coordinator Amber Shaverdi Huston, , District 8 Facilitator Carol Jensen, , District 8 Finance Coaching Team Leader Anita Reichling, , District 8 Meeting Coordinator Kristin Huben, and Kim Bayma, . Also in attendance were collegiate members from Zeta Kappa Chapter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. In the weeks leading up to installation, Theta Nuâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campus mailbox was flooded with congratulatory notes from collegiate and alumnae chapters from across the country. The chapter also received multiple installation gifts, including a punch bowl and silver platter from national council as well as a framed creed, guestbook, scrapbook and stationery.

New initiates of Theta Nu Chapter: Krista Ahlberg Paige Barnum Sara Belger Asia Bey Glyniss Boney Claudia Brooke Sarah Colangelo Tasha Coryell Gloria Feliciano Ashley Gonzales Katie Johnston Sarah Juist Tabitha Mahoney Anna Meier Kettie Norton Laura Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neal Shaina Robinson Maya Sharma Erin Souza New members of Theta Nu Chapter: Brianna ChĂĄvez Stephanie Lashway Sheena Leano Megan Lee Alumnae initiates of Theta Nu Chapter: Melissa Doyle Sable Helvie Anjali Pattanayak Gifts were received from: Zeta Mu Chapter Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter National Council

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Nifty 50s

Membership for all ages: What does your membership look like?

B Y C H R I S T Y A D A M S , Membership Development Coordinator

We asked members what their membership in Alpha Sigma Alpha was like at various stages in their lives, and we received great answers. The summer 2010 issue of the Phoenix included part one of this story, telling us how members in their terrific 20s, thriving 30s and fabulous 40s embraced their membership in Alpha Sigma Alpha. In this issue, we are excited to bring you part two of this article, celebrating membership in Alpha Sigma Alpha in your 50s and beyond. Nifty 50s Involvement with collegians The interaction between alumnae and collegians continues to be strong as alumnae reach their 50s. Alpha Sigma Alpha has a strong base of advisors in their 50s who are sharing their experiences with collegiate chapters. As Katie Fitzpatrick Lynch, , tells us, “The funny thing about being an advisor is that I have been the one to learn from the marvelous, spirited young women with whom I have been fortunate to work. It has been a wonderful experience for me!” Our alumnae in their 50s are also making a point to reach out to collegians through their alumnae chapter activities and at events like the national convention & leadership conference and the Emma Coleman Frost Leadership Development Institute. Getting together Nearly every one of the alumnae in their 50s mentioned their participation in alumnae chapter activities. Even those who do not live close to an alumnae chapter mentioned that they make an effort to attend an alumnae event each year. Additionally, many of our alumnae in their 50s are using technology to keep in touch with far away sisters. Facebook and e-mail were cited as important forms of communication for our alumnae. But, most importantly, our 50-somethings noted that they had a special group of sisters that they maintain. Angela Dantzler Bauldree, , says, “Recently I celebrated a milestone birthday and it was my special group of sisters who made my birthday exceptional. They traveled unexpectedly to spend the weekend with me, and we celebrated our lives. It was unforgettable.” Service and giving For alumnae in their 50s, service is focused on community. Our alumnae are participating in a number of worthwhile endeavors like church Eucharistic ministry, synagogue charitable projects, local homeless shelters, community clean up, Ronald McDonald House and mentoring young writers. Organizational pride Each of our alumnae in their 50s mentioned one unique way that they show their pride. Wearing her badge, displaying a framed Creed from a special person or living our values were mentioned as ways in which pride for Alpha Sigma Alpha is demonstrated. Yet, two interesting items were revealed by our alumnae in their 50s. Angela Dantzler Bauldree talks about her sorority involvement often at work. She tells that she talked about it so much that she managed to convince a co-worker to forgive her national organization after the co-worker’s collegiate chapter was closed. After hearing Angela’s story about her experiences with Alpha Sigma Alpha,

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Sizzling 60s the co-worker contacted her national headquarters and updated her address after many years of being lost. The most interesting revelation about organizational pride comes from Denise Stybr Swanson, . Denise says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;My biggest display of pride in Alpha Sigma Alpha is the main character in my mystery series. She and her sorority sister/friend/ lawyer are both Alpha Sigs and this is mentioned in most of my 12 books.â&#x20AC;?

Sizzling 60s Involvement with collegians Much like other age groups, our alumnae in their 60s have made a commitment to our collegians. They keep in touch with their own collegiate chapters and advise others. As Paula Cyrus Foreman,

, notes, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Over the past 23 years, I have enjoyed working with the collegians. It has given me many wonderful memories, lots of fun, late nights, rushed dinners at home and undone housework but, all in all, an experience I would not take back for one second.â&#x20AC;? Getting together Our alumnae in their 60s noted how important it is for them to stay connected to their special group of sisters. Many of the alumnae interviewed mentioned that they get together on a regular basis with a few significant sisters and thoroughly enjoy their time together. Paula Cyrus Foreman mentions, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most precious of all is the very close friendship I have with MaryAnn Sidehamer Wenzel, , and Marlys Jarrett White, . We worked closely together for nearly 20 years as volunteers and our friendship has deepened over the years. As many who attend national convention know, we love dressing up and surprising everyone with our themed costumes every two years.â&#x20AC;? Another alumna, Ellen Funk Morris, , also noted national convention as a time to visit friends. She said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;This summer, I celebrated by attending my 18th convention, and I do mean â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;celebrate.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; This has been a wonderful and unique experience to maintain a number of friendships with other sisters while serving as a national volunteer.â&#x20AC;? Service and giving Not surprisingly, our alumnae in their 60s have a defined sense of their own spirituality and much of their service and giving is focused on spiritual development. Participation in church organizations, whether teaching Sunday school, singing in the choir, serving on the hospitality committee, working in the food pantry or serving as a Eucharistic minister, was noted in nearly every interview. Ellen Funk Morris states it most simply, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I truly live our Creed, line by line.â&#x20AC;? Organizational pride Ladies, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make your T-shirt quilts just yet! Women in their 60s continue to show their pride with Alpha Sigma Alpha attire. Our retirees have noted that they now have the chance to wear letters again everyday if they so choose, and you can often catch one of them mowing her lawn or grocery shopping wearing an Alpha Sigma Alpha shirt. No matter how old you are, wearing your letters is an excellent recruitment tool. Just ask Nancy Andrus Cerwin, , who managed to recruit a Tampa Bay alumna just by wearing Alpha Sigma Alpha attire. Cherie Fink Shallock, , says that the Alpha Sigma Alpha sticker on her car has resulted in sisters leaving notes under her windshield just to say hello! Yet, our alumnae in their 60s also noted that their actions speak for their pride in Alpha Sigma Alpha. By participating in alumnae chapters, getting involved in alumnae Panhellenics or simply talking about their Alpha Sigma Alpha experiences with collegians, our alumnae in their 60s are displaying their love for Alpha Sigma Alpha. FALL 2010

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Sensational 70s and beyond Involvement with collegians Wondering what your membership might look like when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re 70 and beyond? Edith Miller Simpson, , celebrated 85 years of membership in May! Sadly, Edith passed away just shy of her 105th birthday this August. Before she passed away we were fortunate enough to be able to speak with about her Alpha Sigma Alpha experiences. Collegiate memories While at Ohio State University, together with Mable Shilling, Gwendolyn Singleton, Jo Hutchfield, Janice Radabaugh, Ilea Cornell and Gertrude Durr Calvert, Edith planned regular Monday night meetings, parties, dances, picnics, social teas and attended football games. Often on weekends, they would go home with a sister whose family lived nearby and visit with them. Once they rented a cabin just outside of Columbus for a weekend get-away, just for the girls. Getting together Around 1928, chapter sister Gertrude Durr Calvert and Edith left Ohio and traveled to Boston. Together, they joined the Boston Alumnae Chapter and searched for jobs. While there, Edith was voted delegate to the Yellowstone national convention. Later, she joined the Pittsburgh Alumnae Chapter. When Edith and her late husband, Harold, moved to Alfred, NY, she wrote many letters and postcards to keep up with sorority sisters and their families. In 2005, she traveled with her family back to Ohio to attend her 80th college reunion and visited younger chapter sister, Martha Ward Bell, then 99 years old. They sat together with their OSU scrapbooks, laughing and reminiscing about events from OSU. Edith lived in Ellicott City, MD, before she passed away and attended regular Washington, DC Alumnae Chapter meetings. She loved hearing about the travels and events of her sisters. Edith said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The friendships certainly helped me adjust from growing up on a dairy farm and graduating from a one-room schoolhouse and class of eight to college life in the city. My sisters in every chapter have been wonderful, sincere and life-long.â&#x20AC;? Organizational pride Edith always wore her badge to meetings and displayed an magnet on her refrigerator. She also shared her love of Alpha Sigma Alpha with her daughter-in-law Carol Simpson. Carol was initiated as an alumna member into the Epsilon Tau Chapter at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County in April 2009. Carol, front row, can be seen in the photo to the left wth Edith, front row center, and other members of the Washington, DC Alumnae Chapter on the day of Carolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s initiation.

No matter where you are in life, your 20s or your 70s, we hope that Alpha Sigma Alpha still plays an important role in your life and the woman you have become. Have these stories of lifetime membership inspired you? E-mail us at asa@alphasigmaalpha.org and tell us about your lifetime membership.

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Megan Brower

Maureen Hoehne

Roll out the red carpet for the 2010–11 leadership consultants

Chapter: Theta Gamma College: Christopher Newport University, VA Degree: Psychology, with leadership and sociology minors

Chapter: Theta Gamma College: Christopher Newport University, VA Degree: Communications Hometown: Alexandria, VA Leadership Experience: Vice president of programming & ritual

Hometown: Charlottesville, VA

Megan Russett

Natalie Bergstrom

Leadership experience: Treasurer, chapter president, recruitment counselor

Chapter: Gamma Iota

Chapter: Beta Lambda

College: Rochester Institute of Technology, NY

College: University of Central Arkansas

Degree: Health and exercise science with a minor in communications

Degree: Public relations

Her goal in her own words: “I can’t wait to make connections with the women I meet. I know they have the potential to help me improve and develop just as much as I have potential to help them do so.”

Hometown: Carson City, NV

Hometown: North Adams, MA

Lindsay King

Leadership experience: Fundraising chairman, treasurer, president

Chapter: Epsilon Eta

Favorite core value: “Enjoyment because if you enjoy the work you are doing and the company you keep, the rest of the core values will fall into place.”

Degree: Business, with a concentration in accounting

College: Virginia Wesleyan College

Hometown: Gaithersburg, MD Leadership experience: Treasurer Favorite quote: “People may not believe what you say, but they will always believe what you do.”

Favorite quote: “Life is not measured by the number of breaths you take but by the number of moments that take your breath away.”

Leadership experience: Treasurer, standards board chairman, philanthropy chairman Favorite core value: “Learning because I believe that learning through formal education as well as life experiences,are important to the growth of an individual and society. I enjoyed school and I will be a lifelong learner. I love to experience new things.”

B Y C H R I S T Y A D A M S , Membership Development Coordinator

Five fabulous women have been chosen as the 2010–11 leadership consultants. They hit the road in August to provide leadership training and educational programming to Alpha Sigma Alpha collegiate women. Their mission is: ■ Connect our collegiate women to national resources and opportunities; ■ Inspire women to live our Ritual through chapter, campus and community involvement; and ■ Grow our sisterhood by working with our colonies, guiding them to be successful chapters. FALL 2010

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I N MEMORIAM

Deceased Members

‘Go your way and I go mine Apart yet not afar; Only a thin veil hangs between Thy pathways where we are. I seem sometimes to see your face But since this may not be I’ll leave you to the care of Him Who cares for thee and me.’ —Mizpah benediction

Alpha

Alpha Gamma

Jacquelyn Lackey Allred

Betty Hostetler Cunningham

Bunnie Ricks Austin

Miriam Mckee Deitsch

Emily Hurff Ballard

Marie Beard Dick

Maud Deekins Bell

Hazel Brewer Gibson

Susan Bell Brierre

Donna Scott Kunkle

Evelyn Gray Harris

Mary Linn Linn

Alice Burroughs Hope

Rebecca Truxal Louden

Mary Ritchie Johann

Natalie Keller Maier

Dorothy Simmons Kessler

Mary Oconnor Mayer

Dorothy Raper Lewis

Esther Latshaw Mills

Muriel Mckeever

Wanda Levergood Murray

Joscelyn Gillum Scott

Helen Thompson Puskar

Pattie Bounds Sellers

Helen Wirth Theophilus

Frances Maxey Turnbull

Janice Sharbaugh Thompson Ethel Sleighter Vorlage

Early Alpha Alpha

Carolyn Chelgren Walizer

Kathryn Long Brown

Alta Middlehurst Wallace

Ruth Mclain Mcconaughy Dorothy Williams Pensyl

Beta Beta

Mary Landis Weaver

Norma Swanson Arlowe Margaret Magill Duke

Alpha Alpha

Anne Grant Eggler

Melody Haida Edington

Virginia Becker Jones

Lynn Riker Gignac

Josephine Waterhouse Kyger

Rita Campbell Hammond

Ann McGhee McGhee

Mary Gordon Patrick

Garnavieve Beeson Roberts

Alpha Beta

Sue Schaefer Patricia Alden Wall

Jeannette Monroe Adams

Mildred Romans Warren

Margaret Pleyer Alymer

Rispah Whitlow Wood

Betty Hoyt Dales

Clara Alley Zarret

Elizabeth Burns Hall

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Dorothy Hutchinson Hodgers

Gamma Gamma

Martha Rinehart Jones

Mary Hoover Clapper

Emily Smith King

Lorraine Bender Fettke

Caroline Krembs Leavitt

Meredith Donley Hadwiger

George Adams Meyer

Ruby Rollins Harris

Elsa Webbink Neylon

Mary Ledesma Hemingway

Rena Garriott Olds

Betty Jesperson Mccool

Mildred Diekroger Schlanker

Mildred Hersel Moore

Phyllis Pollitt Urberger

Dorothy Hartzman Norris

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Delta Delta

Martha Anderson Holland

Lambda Lambda

Kay Brant Miller

Mary Taylor Chambers

Frances McFarland Johnston

Carrie Fleming Mcnairy

Gladys Porter Onody

Frances Gray Elliot

Dorothy Bolick Lampton

Carolyne Frank Southard

Betty Aeschbach

Ruth Goodall Vesey

Maude Laney

Reigelsperger

Anne Prell Linden

Mu Mu

Lynn Reney

Epsilon Epsilon

Helen Spears Lloyd

Alice VanAken Griswold

Mary Murty Russell

Vernelle Worrel Bergerhouse

Naida Chandler Martin

Helen McBain Robinson

Maxine Nelson Rynders

Mary Tholen Buser

Annette Monsour Molina

Carol Winegar Schmitt

Virginia Peterson Calvert

Mary Montee Opie

Nu Nu

Jo Grimes Grimes Charest

Virginia Rae Peterson

Marie Brooks Bevan

Cindy Gross Hagerman

Margaret Myers Smith

Beverly Brooks Clark

Rho Rho

Anne Harvey Harvey

Helen Covey Stack

Emily Tabor Flory

Donna Staley Cade

Janet Hawthorne

Marilyn May Stewart

Nora Buczek Klase

Mayme Sias Chapman

Hendrickson

Lucy Swaney Swaney Peters

Lois Helman Pearson

Karen Wade Creasy

Andra Roohms Kasselman

Patricia Alexander Tatro

Joan Roberts Roberts

Marianna Berry Kelly

Maxine Hilliard McGuire

Thelma Myer Taylor

Phyllis Mairs Scharf

Beverly McKim Kopple

Patricia McClanahan VanNess

Nan Scott Scott

Lou Zickafoose Milam

Eleanor Temple Shiner

Jeanne Wilson Wilson

Nanette White Mcguire Cartha Decker Otto

Dorothy Kohler Steinbrenner

Betty Cremer Ramsey

Theta Theta

Jean Reimet Shull

Marilyn Tweedy Reimer

Theresa Farrington Blandino

Virginia Cameron Simon

Sigma Sigma

Lois Garvie Spears

Evelyn Brooks

Mary Lentz Thomas

Vera Gaither Mccracken Zerrie Peck Mcdonough

Grace Najarian Brown Priscilla Congdon

Xi Xi

Carol Frasier Oyster

Martha Brown

Margaret Silvestri Decosta

Cecile Schlee Lawrence

Nattie Sronce

Jean Sontag Carter

Lois Rockwood Eckhardt

Doris Bush Greene

Alice Moore Lee

Omicron Omicron

Pauline Clay Harvey

Grace Monie Monie

Owayla Brand Hofstetter

Bonnie Payne Koenemann

Ethel Birrell Ramsden

Helen Ramsey Ramsey

Constance Babish Yates

Zeta Zeta

Eta Eta

Tau Tau Philomena Mullen Balls

Pi Pi

Zodora Barker Gill

Ann Stark Cowley

Geraldine Hopley Hoff

Iota Iota

Sylvia Arend Cragun

Eunice Gaines Officer

Dorothy Battershell Pryor

Barbara Creede

Beth Harkness Renning

Helen Wilcox

Mary Harper Crombach

Mary Scherer Stewart

Catherine Crowe Crowe

Marjorie Anderson Thomson

Ann Downer Stacy Nancy Frazier White

Marie Zavislan

Georgeanne Switzer Beard Barry Noel Brodman

Kappa Kappa

Frances Sommers Dougherty

Norma Wilson Broome

Janet Bickley Barfoot

Orcada Sinclair Ficker

Upsilon Upsilon

Dorothy Farnsworth Brown

Katherine Hastings Johnstone

Patricia Canavan Fisher

Ruth Dillon Baker

Lucille Tankersley Collins

Elizabeth Landes

Shirley Ellmauer Goodman

Alice Duncan Ricman

Mary Woodbury Falter

Barbara Harper Mlkvy

MaryAnn Halligan

Lisa Fiatte Fiatte

Linda Schneeman Remoff

Thelma Corcoran Harper

Euphemia Malle German

Rosemarie Pellegrino

Dorothy Hawthorne Jansen

Marilyn Crawford Grove

Vassalluzzo

Patricia Joyce Jansen

Avys Rae Taylor Hagman

Isabel Ziegler Vogdes

Frances Skidmore Lutz

Shelley Watson Hale

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Phi Phi

Beta Gamma

Beta Zeta

Beta Kappa

Phyllis Price Agler

Joanne Gore Gore

June Foster Cornay

Joan Swafford Anderson

Monica Lee Bolin

Mildred Waggoner Grove

Mary Lambousky Cotter

Dorothy Binder

May Eberhart Hall

Alice Kenney Kenney

Bolivar Sutherland Hait

Marion Imbery Colgan

Mary Kyger Johnson

Donnell Mathis

Jocelyn Schoeny Labaree

Esther Pearson Doerr

Rosalie McCrary Kixmiller

Mary Harrison Matthews

Margaret Lasalle

Charlotte McLean Hesh

Susan Morrison

Opal Ramer Ramer

Gertrude Bergeron Laws

Kitty Oakford Miller

Thelma Shively Myers

Frances Vaughan Yadon

Carolyn Vitale Locassio

Doris Goddard Opp

Cherry Leach Thompson

Joyce Staples Reedy

LaVona Stalcup Reid Mary James Spurlock

Beta Delta

Georgina White

Evelyn Garner Blackwell

Beta Eta

Barbara Spillers Rougvie

Joanne Evans Handley

Pearl Ulschak Altenburg

Anne Curfman Schwarz

Chi Chi

Mary Helmer Helmer

Bertha Geiger

Virginia Scott

Eileen York Cowan

Thelma Williamson McNeese

Corrine Pardy Groll

Evelyn Simpson

Maude Scherer Davis

Shirley Thigpen Munson

Gayle Kling

Ruth Pletkovich Van Tuyle

Nancy Fickle Dickson

Billie Myers Singleton

Virginia West Krogh

Kathleen Mabus Earley

Bebe Newcomb Taylor

Betty Reardon Turner

Frances Bone Kimble

Beta Epsilon

Beta Theta

Martha Enderlin

Nancy Olmstead

Ruth McClain Carter

Betty Read Altier

Anna Schichtl Hart

Vera Snider Stahl

Jean Collier Cleland

Kathryn Kile Bryant

Alexia Williams Hopper

Genevieve Lee Stenger

Mary Burger Cornelius

JoAnn Zimmerman Carpenter

Joanne Douglas Pattillo

Kathy Vincent Strakis

Nora Fouke Durham

Jeanette Sharon Churches

Jean Rrice Trice

Eleanor Burton Tofaute

Virginia Nelms Gilliam

Ann Piazza Gleeson

Carole Wagner Weiler

Helen Harshbarger Graybeal

Kathryn Goenner Miller

Beta Mu

Nancy Martin Williams

Jacqueline Brown Greis

Frances Mewmaw Rose

Joy Ramsay Ahlvin

Thelma Waltz Zumbaugh

Irene Blair Hagerty

Ida Gaylord Strauss

Lynn Elliott Martin

Reba Rosenbaum Hill

Verona Mayville Sutton

Ann Mosley Peacock

Mary Herndon Robb

Cheryl Hosang Hosang

Dickye Thomas Christenbury

Psi Psi

Marilyn Johnson

Linda Coleman Coleman

Helen Maynard Lipscomb

Beta Iota

Gamma Clio

Marion Stovall Curtis

Kathryn Richards Macmillan

Mary Webb Alexander

Carol Whittaker Benedict

Elizabeth Abraham Dees

Barbara Holland Piland

Teddie Reasor Arnold

Grace Kleinsang Bills

Velma Nance Dodson

Jean Shelley Shelley

Mary East Bame

Betty Storey Ward

Betty Choate Key

Frances Barnard Spencer

Nola Ellis Bownan

Jane Flory Tanner

Joan Pharr Thomas

Hazel Holland Davis

Beta Nu

Kathryn Mcgee White

Mary Dudley Dudley

Sharon McNeal Baker

Omega Omega

Virginia Copeland Ewan

Patricia Overshiner Fazi

Margaret Harvey Dildine

Yvonne Hughes Gooch

Mary Daniels Hicks

Doris Holt Huffman

LaVora Holland Williams

Ruth Campbell Litton

Beta Lambda

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Beta Xi

Sybil Ritter Summerson

Anne Daley

Staci Banks Wertman

Jane Monser

Gilda Beamer Williams

Jean Atkins Sector

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Beta Upsilon

Gamma Eta

Delta Rho

Doris Inwood Beauchamp

Meredith Hineman Beery

Dorothy McCann

Tammara Thomas

Jane Grundman Charvat

Jessie Newkirk Brust

Marguerite Hilton

Phyllis Sheeks Cleveland

Gamma Theta

Epsilon Beta

Mary Rasor Labus

Helen Bourke Egly

Jan Beck Wilson

Kimberly Gewerth Robb

Elizabeth Jones Parrine

Jessie Arthur Hall

Patricia McDowell Sacha

Helen Brown Smith

Juliana Sbertoli

Gamma Iota Katherine Markoski

Margaret Sautter Myra Boor Siegenthaler

Beta Phi

Idabelle Smith Todd

Mary Fleury Bonner

Gamma Kappa

Jeanne Tyler Turner

Helen King Fortin

Rita Buchanan Falls

Catherine Lamesfeld

Lois Blade Johnson

Tuzzolino

Nancy Brackett Sabatke Ethel Scholler Scholler

Beta Pi Sue Humphrey Bivens

Beta Psi

Jewel Wright Cook

Linda Scott Beck

Carolyn Lilly Lilly

Karen Peterson Druart

Phyllis Walker

Judy Haines Haines Carole Horton Martin

Beta Rho

Letizia Zindell

Aja Richman Patel Renee Kampman Custis

Theta Alpha

Marie Wall

Liz Lias

Gamma Mu Donna Hoffman Holt

Gamma Xi Linda Manns Manns

Beta Omega

Sandra Ross Weatherbee

Caitlin Bull

Lois Cullen Miller Janet Beitman Whitney

Gamma Omicron

Denise Etherton Carlson Bessie Furman Nelson

Gamma Alpha

Marlene Geiken Sisler

Helen Clarkson Clarkson Jean Bragg Keating

Beta Sigma Jo Barnes Barnes

Joanna Franco Vacanti

Mary Gilmore Brewster

Gamma Beta

Dia Stevens Johnson

Bonnie Sablovitch Peterson

Amelia Zuchelli Lipscomb Snowda Hopkins Mackey Evelyn Webb Stone

Gamma Epsilon Sandy Phillips Brzezinski

Stacy Burger

Gamma Rho Linda Garcia Hawk

Marian Wingert Walburn

Gamma Omega Cheryl Fundel Meyer Kathleen Thomas Vish

Delta Zeta

Beta Tau

Carolyn Engel Jaworski

Judith Slimmer

Nancy Steward Decastro

Nancy Reinke Reinke

Joyce Sanders Siebers

Marie Beye Terwilliger

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As reported to national headquarters June 1, 2009â&#x20AC;&#x201C;May 31, 2010. At the conclusion of the Harris Alumnae Directory project that was completed in the fall of 2009, national headquarters received notice that more than 350 of our alumnae members had passed. This list includes those members.

Gamma Psi

Karen Clark Clark

Amelia Giannone Sutter

Zeta Lambda

Gamma Lambda

Barbara Hauck Brandolino

Shelly Eichorn Joerger

Epsilon Mu

Delta Theta Debra Liebentritt Rasmussen

Priscilla King Bateman

Delta Nu-A

Sarah Kieffer

Neeru Sharma

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Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation awards more than $10,000 in scholarships The Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation believes that learning should last a lifetime and the commitment to that belief is carried out through both graduate and undergraduate scholarships. It is the board of trustees’ intent that the scholarships reward merit as demonstrated by academic excellence, leadership, volunteerism and meaningful participation in Alpha Sigma Alpha and/or other activities. For more information about next year’s scholarship application process and deadlines visit www.alphasigmaalpha.org/foundation. Congratulations to the following recipients for 2010-11:

Support the Foundation— share a Valentine’s Day greeting The Foundation invites you to celebrate

Patti Balwanz Scholarship Molly Richardson, , Missouri State University

Valentine’s Day with the purchase of a

Lois V. Beers Scholarship

$25 valentine to honor someone special in

Mallory West, , Emporia State University, KS

your life. For each $25 gift, a Valentine’s

Gerry Cox Leadership Scholarship

Day card will be sent to the person you wish

Brittany DiLillo, , Christopher Newport University, VA

to honor. The $25 gift will be used to support programs that directly benefit members, such as District Day and LDI. To purchase

Mary Turner Gallagher Scholarship Brittany McGuire, , Grand Valley State University, MI

Hilda Anna Giraud Endowed Founders’ Memorial Scholarship Lauren Spittler, , Rockhurst University, MO

a card, visit www.alphasigmaalpha.org/ foundation or contact Naydia Spears, Foundation development coordinator, at nspears@alphasigmaalpha.org. Thank you for your support.

Suzanne L. Hebert Endowed Founders’ Memorial Scholarship Laura Mersman, , Emporia State University, KS

Dr. Ann Rowlette Scholarship Kara Siefker, , Northwest Missouri State University

Wilma Wilson Sharp Scholarship Elizabeth Corson, , Northwest Missouri State University

Dr. Rosalie Messina Simari Scholarship Heather Southerington, , Muskingum College, OH

Amy M. Swisher Scholarship Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation’s Mission The Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation exists to support the educational, leadership and philanthropic purposes of Alpha Sigma Alpha sorority through charitable giving.

Kristine Plourde, , Drexel University, PA

Marjorie Anderson Thomson Scholarship Sarah Meister, , Grand Valley State University, MI

Alpha Beta Endowed Founders’ Memorial Scholarship Blair Cornish, , Niagara University, NY

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Zeta Zeta Scholarship Kayla Meine, , University of Central Missouri

Beta Gamma Scholarship DeeAnn Amlin, , Northeastern State University, OK

Beta Zeta Scholarship Carolyn Latkovich, , Moravian College, PA

Beta Sigma President Scholarship Emily Hendricks, , Missouri State University

Zeta Eta Scholarship Melissa Hager, , Rockhurst University, MO

Special Education Scholarship, Member Kelsey Newport, , Indiana State University

National Philanthropic Scholarship Marysa Greenlief, , Truman State University, MO Lindy Keefe, , Millersville University, PA

S. June Smith Endowed Foundersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Memorial Scholarship Natalie Bordignon, , Coe College, IA

Past Presidents Endowed Foundersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Memorial Scholarship Elizabeth Browder, , DePaul University, IL

Freida Riley Award The Freida Riley Award is given annually to recognize teaching excellence. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recipient demonstrated a commitment to quality education and is recognized as an outstanding educator. Alicia Garcia, , Grand Valley State University, MI

Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation honors first chairman, Bonnie M. Payne Koenemann, The Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation would like to offer its sincere thanks and appreciation to Bonnie M. Koenemann. Bonnie, who served as the first chairman of the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2009. Bonnieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legacy of hard work and dedication will long be remembered. The Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation honored her legacy by utilizing her bequest towards the 2010 Alpha Sigma Alpha National Convention & Leadership Conference grants. These grants funded the keynote speaker, volunteer pre-conference, numerous workshops, as well as the new lifetime giving recognition that was unveiled during the convention. Bonnieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love for the sorority is an example to us all. She will be greatly missed, but her legacy will never be forgotten.

The Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation announces its 2010â&#x20AC;&#x201C;11 board of trustees Chairman: Jessica Bridwell McKenna, Colorado State University Pueblo jessmckenna@gmail.com Vice Chairman: Johanna Haag Gardner, University of Central Missouri mjhg1954@aol.com Secretary: Susanne Withsosky Alfonso, Drexel University. PA Susanneasa@aol.com Treasurer: Lori White Scott, Emporia State University, KS scottjlka@kc.rr.com Trustees: Marianne Busch Bullock, Central Michigan University mpbhoutex@earthlink.net Kathy Wilson Burke, Drexel University, PA kabsinger@cox.net Beth Zubinski Heidel, Eastern Illinois University bheidel86@comcast.net Bonita Marince Maurer, Indiana University of Pennsylvania bmaurer@us.ibm.com Anita L. Reichling, - Kettering University, MI Anita.Reichling@trimarkcorp.com Barb J. Williamson, Emporia State University, KS williamsonbarb@yahoo.com Ex-officio trustees Kim Benson, - Kettering University, MI kbensonasa@gmail.com Cindy Kelley, Concord University, WV ckelleygs@yahoo.com

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8 1. On May 5, 2010, the Northern Virginia Alumnae Panhellenic Association awarded Geraldine Vang Cox, , its annual Woman of Distinction Award. Gerry is the first Alpha Sigma Alpha to receive this coveted award which recognizes Panhellenic women for their career, community and sorority accomplishments and contributions. 2. Members of the Zeta Kappa Chapter, Minnesota State University, Mankato, pose for a picture with the fire department during their dinner for heroes. The chapter made food for the local fire department to show appreciation for their work in the community. 3. Alpha Sigma Alpha collegiate representatives at the Association of Fraternal Leadership and Values (AFLV) central conference in St. Louis. (Photo credit, GreekYearbook and Andy Huston, North-American Interfraternity Conference.) 4. Barb Williamson, , left, and Valerie Bergquist Pitts, , prepare for the Capital City Topeka, KS, Alumnae Chapter annual garage sale fundraiser at the home of Peggy Shaverdi, . 5. Anne Martenstein Gerken, , and longtime Tampa Bay Alumnae Chapter member, received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Pinellas County, FL. She received the award for her 20 years of service to Heritage Village. Many alumnae chapter sisters were able to attend the award ceremony in support of Anne. 6. Members of the Music City Alumnae Chapter, Nashville, TN, and the Zeta Omega Chapter, Austin Peay State University, TN, participated in the Middle Tennessee Special Olympics Polar Bear Plunge in February. Their team raised over $600. From left Zeta Omega members: Madelyn Fox, Sarah Stewart, Chelsey Judge Hough, Stephanie Bagwell, Amanda Carol Ebersole and Talia Lewis. 7. Beta Zeta and Beta Delta alumnae gathered at District 7 District Day in New Orleans. Front row from left: Gayle M. Harmon, , Mary Nezzio Smith, , Suzanne L. Hebert, . Back row from left: Robin Bodet Miller, , Suzette Giraud Mcinnis, , Patricia Culpepper Schiffbauer, , Kathy Barnes Hitt, , LilyB Staehling Moskal, , and Juana Roque Falcon, . 8. In April, the Buffalo Alumnae Chapter and their guests toured the beautiful, historic landmark, Sheaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Theatre. Front row from left: Joan Grannis Roy, . Second row from left: Kathy Zimmerman Fitch, , Karen Lesinski, , Beth Lawrence Lucia, , Donette Pritting Thurlow, , Joan Rindfleisch Runckel, , Mary Zimmerman Schutte, , and Karla Thurlow. Third row from left: Darlene Colemen, Marilyn Tota, Susan Shellenbarger Dybas, , and Janette Crane Neumeister, .

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New volunteer & alumnae coordinator hired

Phoenix now available online

Statement of Ownership

The summer issue of the Phoenix was the first issue posted online. We are very excited to provide the magazine in an online format for our members. Visit www.alphasigmaalpha.org to browse through the online edition of this and subsequent issues.

Rachael Candee, , joined the national headquarters staff on June 17, 2010. Rachael earned her bachelor of arts degree in political science from Truman State University in MO. She also earned her master in public affairs in non-profit management and policy analysis from the School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University. Previously, Rachael has worked as the volunteer outreach and development intern for The Mission Continues and as the graduate assistant in the School for Public and Environmental Affairs, Office of Career Services at Indiana University. Rachael served her chapter as vice president of alumnae & heritage and is the 2008 Frost Fidelity Award recipient.

Rachael Candee,

Katie Matis,

New membership growth coordinator hired Katie Matis, , joined the national headquarters staff on Aug. 11, 2010. Katie earned her bachelor of arts degree in communications from DePaul University in Chicago. She previously worked at Lehigh University, PA, as the assistant director of broadcast and multimedia. As an undergraduate, Katie served her chapter as president.

Districts re-aligned Alpha Sigma Alpha announces the re-alignment of the district structure. The new geographic districts took effect immediately after the 2010 national convention & leadership conference. District 2: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, eastern Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, eastern New York, eastern Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont District 3: western New York, eastern Ohio, western Pennsylvania, western Maryland District 4: West Virginia, Virginia and North Carolina District 5: Michigan, southern Illinois, Indiana and western Ohio District 6: South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Florida, Tennessee, Kentucky, Mississippi, Arkansas District 7: Arizona, California, Colorado, Oklahoma, Hawaii, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Utah District 8: Alaska, Idaho, northern Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming District 9: Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska

The national council began district re-alignment deliberations in May 2007. After numerous discussions with alumnae, collegians and volunteers and after many surveys and research, the national council decided upon the new geographic regions. The number of collegiate and alumnae chapters per district, possibilities for future expansion, the distance of chapters to District Day sites, volunteer availability within the districts, geography and financial impact were all considered during the research phase. Feedback and suggestions from the district facilitators were an essential part of the decision-making process. 30

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From the Archives

1946

The 1946 national convention body near the Hotel Stanley, Estes Park, CO. The convention was held Aug. 22–25, 1946, and on Saturday, the convention body went on a tour that included a boots and saddles luncheon, a trip to Bear Lake and a wagon dinner at the chalets.

READER’S GUIDE The Phoenix of Alpha Sigma Alpha, the official quarterly publication of the Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority, has been published continuously since 1914. Its mission is to reflect the character of the organization and its members and to communicate the goals and direction of the sorority and Foundation.

Contact us Post us: The Phoenix, Alpha Sigma Alpha, 9002 Vincennes Circle, Indianapolis, IN 46268 E-mail us: ebutts@alphasigmaalpha.org Call us: (317) 871-2920; for magazine questions, select ext. 20 Fax us: (317) 871-2924 Visit us: www.alphasigmaalpha.org

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How to receive the Phoenix All collegiate members and alumnae members receive the Phoenix of Alpha Sigma Alpha. Individual copies are mailed to each member’s permanent address and a few are sent to the chapter editor or the chapter house.

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“I love the history and ritual of . I cannot hear the creed or Grace Before Meat without welling up with the emotion of our sorority and my love for it. I love meeting sisters from across the country and having that feeling that we’ve known each other forever. Through Arista, I can help to support the sorority that I love, and in some small way contribute to the future of and to so many women, many of whom I have yet to meet.” Julie Marshall Dudzik,

North Suburban Chicago Alumnae Chapter President