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SUMMER, 1966
VOLUME 51 , NUMBER 4
ALUMNAE BULLETIN
ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA LEADERSHIP C. GOEKE National President
BY MARY
Leadership. The written word itself immediately evokes numerous connotations depending upon the point of view of the reader. To a "born leader," it probably is the summation of various inborn qualities, unknown in themselves, but taken for granted in the total make-up. To an "aspiring leader," it possibly signifies the many hoped-for facets, the realization of which will be just one more step in the direction of leadership ability. To those who have not yet grasped their brass ring of leadership in the unending circle of human relationships, it is probably the combination of remembered traits, both favorable and distasteful, which characterized various leaders in past experiences. Regardless, however, of the differing aspects of leadership, it is a quality that, in today's complex society, is in greater demand than ever before. One of the prime results of sorority membership, and thus essential requisites of a sorority program, is the leadership developed in the individual ~hapters and total organization . An unknown author has written the following Beatitudes of a Leader, which will serve as excellent guideposts for Alpha Sigma Alpha thoughts on leadership. I. "Blessed is the Leader who has not sought
out the high places, but who has been drafted into service because of his ability and willingness to serve."
Every chapter, both collegiate and alumnae, owes its success, or lack thereof, to its leadership. It is true that a chapter may continue to survive for several years without adequate leadership, however that is due to the excellent foundation upon which the chapter has been built. Nevertheless, should a chapter suffer because of poor leadership, the blame cannot be placed solely upon the ineffective leaders, but it must be born by the chapter membership who selected the members for the leadership positions. In this respect, the membership not only has the responsibility of selecting a good leader, but also must select other officers who will fulfill their responsibilities to the organization. An excellent leader is ineffectual without internal support. Also in this vein, it is imperative for a good leader to develop among the members a willingness and desire to serve so that a chapter will have a number of likely candidates from whom to choose, rather than candidates who must be coaxed or coerced into leadership positions. 2. "Blessed is the leader who develops leaders while leading." One of the truest. marks of a good chapter leader is that she has delegated just the proper amount of authority. A leader who delegates all responsibility, leav ing nothing for herself to do, is not displaying good leadership, merely lack
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of self-assurance or, worse, laziness. Conversely, the leader who does everything herself is depriving her sisters of opportunities for practising and developing leadership. A leader has not only a responsibility to the present membership to lead it well, but also a responsibility to the next years' memberships to assure them of capable leadership. Thus, a leader who carefully selects her sisters for responsibility, and who also creates situations in which new leaders develop, is truly exhibiting the best ideals in leadership. 3. "Blessed is the leader who knows where he is going, why he is going, and how to get there." A well-planned and carefully thought-out program is an essential of good leadership. A chapter president must. give serious thought, even prior to her installation, as to what can and should be accomplished during her term of office. She must look honestly and realistically at the chapter, survey its strengths and weaknesses, and evaluate its members and the ways in which they interact. Then, together with her cabinet, she must determine the goals for the chapter and the methods for achieving them. Every leader must aim high; however goals that are impossible to reach must not be set, for failure to achieve them, regardless of how unrealistic they may be, will not only leave the chapter leaders with a feeling of futility, but will also affect the entire membership in that it will not strive to achieve something that is clearly beyond all possibilities. With well-set goals, and wellthought-out methods of attaining them, a good leader can achieve success in almost all endeavors. 4. "Blessed IS the leader who knows no discouragement, who presents no alibi." It would seem unlikely that there would ever be a leader who would know no discouragement; however it is the wise leader who knows how to weather discouragement and then rise above it. "Tomorrow will be a better day" is a well-worn and often accurate phrase, however a wise leader knows that it will probably not be a better day for her or her chapter unless she, herself, helps to make it so. She knows how to accept a defeat or set-back graciously; she does not continue to worry about something that can no longer be changed, but she endeavors to learn a lesson from each defeat or set-back which lesson will serve her and her chapter well when a similar situation next arises. A leader should look for
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the silver lining on every cloud in order to present a hopeful and optimistic attitude to her chapter; and she should know that if she has done her job well, and has seen to it that her co-workers have done their best, no alibi will be necessary, for her actions will always speak louder than her words. One way in which a successful leader assures only brief periods of disappointment is by having several definite goals ahead at all times. Thus, if one goal is not achieved, she and the members will not have time to waste bemoaning this fact, but will, instead, of necessity, have to concentrate on the remaining goals ahead. If all efforts are poured into one solitary goal which is not attained, deep discouragement will naturally result; whereas if even only one or two of several goals are met with success, there is at least that to show for the leader's, and her chapter's, efforts. 5. "Blessed is the leader who knows how to lead without being dictatorial." A leader, in order to achieve lasting recognition, both from without and within her chapter, must never forget that, in addition to being a leader of the chapter, she is also a member of the chapter. She must consider what is good for "our" chapter rather than "my" chapter; and similarly she should remember to refer to the cabinet members or assistance as "your" officers rather than "my" officers. Much is achieved by a leader who carefully uses th.e term "we" instead of "I," just as we all know how much more satisfying it is to be asked to work "with" someone rather than "for" someone. A good leader knows when to pursue a point and when to drop it; how to approach a decision and how to announce it; when and how to broach a new topic. She uses tact at all times, always remembering that. much of her success or failure as a leader will depend upon her relationships with her sisters. 6. "Blessed is the leader who seeks the best for those he serves." An Alpha Sigma Alpha leader, became she wears the badge she does, pledges herself to the highest ideas, and necessarily, in order to fulfill her trust, she must strive to lead her chapter in upholding these ideals. The best all-around development of her sisters, socially, physically, intellectually and 路spiritually, shall be her goal; (Continued on pagec 7)
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ALUMNAE CHAPTER NEWS Bv LoNNA McCoMAS HENDREN National Alumnae Editor Louise George Harris was hostess to members of the Akron, Ohio, alumnae chapter in February at which time a new member was welcomed to the group, Mary Louise Barbour n n. A shower of baby gifts was presented to Sandra Bray Cain AA. The Anderson, Indiana, alumnae chapter recently purchased a typewriter and flatware for the Middletown Special Education School and entertained the folks at the Madison County Home in March. Bartlesville, Okla· homa, alums have had a busy and successful year: Membership-enthusiastic! Meetings-interesting! Philanthropic project-successful and appreciated! The Boston alumnae chapter recently presented an A2.A bracelet to Barbara Siletsky, president of Theta Theta, for her outstanding leadership and devotion to the chapter. Christmas card tags and valentine favors were given to the Chelsea Naval Hospital as part of the philanthropic work of the Boston alums. Activities for the Buffalo, New York, alumnae this year included a Valentine party given for the local retarded children's school and the celebration of their fortieth birthday in May. Bux· Mont alums continue to lend their support to Philadelphia's Institute for the Achievement of Human Potential. This year they have also "adopted" a cottage of teenaged boys at the Eastern State School for emotionally disturbed children. Spring activities for the Calumet Region alumnae included a white elephant sale, election of officers and a picnic for their families; while the Central Louisiana alumnae chapter assisted in collecting clothing for victims of Hurricane Betsy and. donated money to Beta Zeta chapter for their new room. Meetings of the Central Pennsylvania alum chapter have been very well attended this past year and everyone living in the vicinity is cordially invited to attend the four meetings held each year in October, December, April and June. Members of the Chicago-North Suburban alumnae sold tickets for the theatre philanthropic project benefit night which was a joint philanthropic project for all the Chicago area Alpha Sigma Alpha alumnae groups. During the past year the Chicago-South Suburban alums held a tupperware party to increase the
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treasury, made program covers for Gamma Lambda's rush party and sold tickets for the dinner-theatre benefit for mentally retarded children. Chicago-West Suburban members are busy working on their philanthropic project of screening pre-school children for eye diseases in cooperation with the Illinois Society for the Prevention of Blindness. A pleasant year was enjoyed by the Cincin· nati, Ohio, alums which included regular monthly business meetings, a family picnic, a meeting with Miami University actives, a Christmas party and a couples' party. The chapter has also contrbuted to helping the cerebral palsy children in this area. A group of Delaware Val· ley alums attended the Philadelphia City Panhellenic annual luncheon held in February. They heard Dr. Marjorie Nelson speak on the hospital ship Hope's voyage to Guinea. Denver, Colorado, alumnae held their annual Sewall House Benefit Card Party in March at Continental Bakery with fifty-six in attendance to enjoy a tour of the bakery, taste hot bread as it came from the oven, play cards and enjoy the bakery's pastries. The Des Moines, Iowa, alumnae chapter urges all Alpha Sigs to attend any or all its meetings. A philanthropic project will be decided upon in the near future. Detroit Delta Rhos attended State Day in Lansing in March and served a dinner in May to raise money for their philanthropic project. The year's activities for the Elkhart-Goshen alums included a dessert recipe exchange party, a "sweetheart" dinner with husbands, curtain-making for the school for the retarded and the celebrating of their sixth birthday. Take Fort Wayne alumnae, add parties for fun and meeting new people, hat-making lessons for charm and creativity, cookbook sales for culinary rejuvenation and philanthropic wealth-the result is a happy year! The Fox Valley alumnae chapter was organized this past year and each of the seven members have been busy working with the Chicago alums on a benefit night. Members of the Glen· ville, West Virginia, alumnae chapter spent a busy spring making preparations for State Day which was held in April; while the Gunnison alums recently honored Sigma Sigma seniors, their . newly installed officers and Mrs. Joe
Brewer, National Secretary, with a tea. Further aid will be extended the children of the Ellisville State School as a result of a thirty dollar donation given by the Hattiesburg alumnae chapter. Activities of the Huntington, West Virginia, alumnae chapter this year included a tea in honor of National President, Mary Goeke, a memorial service for Katherine Bannister, a bestowal of the Mother-patroness degree for Lillian Buskirk, State Day, a card party and a dinner for graduating seniors. Indianapolis alums dined together in March, then journeyed to the home of Mona Miller for a business meeting and special report on the retarded child. During the March meeting of the IndianaKentucky area alums, Gloria Kettlehut vVade was selected as panhellenic delegate for the Evansville Panhellenic. The alumnae chapter of Indiana, Pennsylvania, has planned a party for senior girls of the Alpha Gamma chapter and are also making plans for State Day. The Kalamazoo, Michigan, alumnae chapter now boasts a membership ranging from new grads to "silver pin" candidates proving that Alpha Sigma Alpha is for life. As their special project, the Licking-Muskingum alums met for an all day meeting in February to make "Pinkies," hand puppets given to children under 12 who are patients in a local hospital. Highlights this spring for the Los Angeles alum chapter have been a Valentine dinner party and a talk given by a foreign exchange student. Macomb, illinois, alums have been "somewhat" organized this year for the purpose of redecorating the Beta Kappa house. Jennette Terrill has joined the alum group after serving Beta Kappa chapter as adviser for 22 years. Madison, Wisconsin, AL:.As were "second nighters" at the new Hilldale theater to see "Sound of Music." Silent auction proceeds will send Julie Scott's deaf pupils on a field trip. The Maryville, Missouri, alumnae chapter recently held a party for Phi Phi seniors and presented an engraved charm to each girl. Two members of the Milwaukee alumnae chapter have recently returned from Europe and have shared their experiences and beautiful pictures with the chapter. The alums are very proud of Gamma Epsilon chapter for receiving the City Panhellenic trophy. Muncie alumnae entertained Chi Chi seniors with a buffet dinner in February and gave a party for the pledges in March; while North Jersey alumnae met for lunch at Carolyn Wasgatt's home in May. Making teaching aids for retarded children's classes and cutting out table decorations for Panhellenic has kept members of the Southern New
Jersey alum chapter very busy. This year Norfolk alums have enjoyed a barbeque at the home of Mary Blackstone, sold tickets to raise money for their philanthropic project, attended a dinner at the home of Phyllis Epperson Gray and are currently supporting the Panhellenic fundraising project. Oklahoma City alums held a Valentine Tea in February and welcomed two new members, Elaine Cunningham Fry and Janis Farmer Peterson, both from Alpha Beta chapter. Proceeds from the bake sale sponsored by Omaha, Nebraska, alums will be used for the philanthropic project. All members enjoyed a luncheon in the home of Pat Guenther in March. A rummage sale and Christmas card sale helped the Pittsburg, Kansas, alumnae chapter to present an Early American ceiling light to Eta Eta chapter. They are also planning a dinner party for graduating seniors. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, alums met at Kaufmann's in February for a luncheon and plans were made for State Day and the nominating committee was announced. Members of the St. Luuis alumnae group have been invited to a Panhellenic luncheon to be held at Union Station at which time recipients of the Panhellenic scholarships will be announced. Proceeds from an Alpha Sig card party were donated to the scholarship fund. San Oiego alums enjoyed a February bridge luncheon held at the San Diego Yacht Club; while Mary Stoltenberg entertained members of the Toledo, Ohio, alumnae chapter in February with her summer's travel in -Europe. At that time it was voted to contribute to the retarded children's school for their Easter baskets. The Washington, D.C., alumnae group has continued its support of a school for retarded children in the Washington area.
Miss Louise Boje, a former member of the English Department at Madison College, Harrisonburg, Virginia, died July 26, 1965, in Cleveland, Ohio. For thirty years Miss Boje was the beloved sponsor of Beta Epsilon chapter. The Harrisonburg alumnae chapter has placed a first edition copy of Ballads and Other Poems by Alfred Tennyson in the Madison College Library as a tribute to her leadership. The first edition book was secured from Dr. Bessie Sawhill, a close friend of Miss Boje, who purchased the copy in London, England.
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INFORMATION SHEET
On Prospective Member of Alpha Sigma Alpha Mail to Alpha Sigma Alpha, 3 14-C East Pershing, Springfield, Missouri 65806 or to the A'LA chapter at the college the girl plans to attend Full name of girl Address ............... .. ........... ....................................................... ......... ..... ...................... ..... ......................................................... . She plans to attend ............................. ........................................ ....... College starting ............................. .... ......., 196...... Father or Guardian's name .............. ................ ...................... ... ......... Occupation ...... ......................................................... . Address .... .......... .... ....... ...... .. ........ ............................................................................................................................................ . Mother's name ..... .......... .................. .............. .. . R elatives in A 'LA (state relationship and chapter) ........... : Relatives in other NPC sororities ....... ................................ . Can she financially afford to join a sorority? ................... . Will her parents approve of her j oining a sorority? ........... . PREVIOUS EDUCATION : High sch ool attended ................................................................................................... .................. .
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COLLEGE CHAPTER NEWS BY BARBARA KERLS MADDEX
National College Editor Two Alpha Alphas, Pat Seese and Sherrie Pledge activities of Beta Epsilon included a Hewitt, have been tapped for Phi Beta Kappa. slumber party and attending a Lyceum program. Pat was a member of the senior class cabinet and They are all looking forward to and making Sherrie held offices in Delta Omicron. Sue Davis plans for their Virginia State Day. All members of Beta Eta actively participated of Alpha Beta has been elected national president of Cardinal Key honor society. A party for in two major philanthropic projects this year. elementary children of a special education class They assisted the public school mentally rewas given by Alpha Gamma. Balloons, clowns, tarded children every Tuesday when they would puppets, games, and songs centered around a bowl and helped raise funds for a family of eighteen children who lost their parents in an autocircus theme. Zeta Zetas are proud of Linda Butler, Linda mobile crash last fall. Cathy Siler was not only Harris, and Nancy Watts, who are among the elected Beta Iota's sweetheart but was also "Top Ten Best Dressed Girls." Cheri Collins chosen May Queen for Radford College. Their was elected secretary of A WS, and Karen Tufte newly elected president, Chris Poole, has been will serve as treasurer of the Student Govern- elected the college's "Best Dressed" in the conment Association. New initiates of Eta Eta test sponsored by Glamour Magazine. Beta Kappa chapter feels very fortunate to planned and carried out a money-making project of selling perfume. After selling over two have Miss Jo Ann Venable as one of their adhundred bottles, they are about to order more. visers. She was initiated into full membership Nu Nu participated in Lily Day in Philadelphia. last fall and enjoys visiting their house, baking All of Drexel's sororities and fraternities sent cakes, working on teas, rush parties, homecommembers to locations throughout the city to ing decorations, and helping with individual as well as sorority problems. Carolyn Cerrato, "sell" lilies for the Easter Seal Society. Rho Rho has doubled in size since last year. Kathy Henson, Janise Garrison, and Mary Ann Several of their members who received honors Walden of Beta Lambda were honored at a banwere Nancy Hickman, named to Who's Who, quet for students who are on the Dean's List, and Jane Meisel, elected vice president of Pan- having a grade point average of at least 3.5. Beta Mu's Ginger Heflin and Mary Lynn hellenic Council. Sigma Sigma's philanthropic activity for the year was paying the expenses for Ballard Steelman were chosen to honorary schotwo mentally retarded children to summer camp. lastic organizations, and Ann Wells was tapped Phi Phi chapter was very proud to receive the into Heart and Key. Diane Funk is Pershing scholarship trophy for the sixth consecutive year. Rifle Sweetheart and runner-up to the National They were also excited to have Dottie Hardy- Sweetheart. One of the philanthropic projects man reign as co-homecoming queen and Dianna was collecting for CARE. Brown reign as Tower queen. The " Phoenix Jennifer Steigner is Beta Nu's outstanding Ball" is Psi Psi's big spring formal dance. Their scholar who finished the semester with a perfect house, which was relocated because of college ex- 4.0; eight members and eight pledges also made pansion, is reported to be looking like a home the Dean's Honor Roll, making 3.4 or above. again. The theme of Beta Pi's final spring rush party Many honors went to members of Beta Delta was "Prohibition to A-go-go," which they report this year. Mary Ann Pearson was elected to was a big success. Beta Rho had the highest Who's Who , Jelinda Blackwell and Gwen Gal- scholastic ranking of sororities on Northern's lop were Top Ten Beauties, Connie Eien was campus with a 2.79. Six girls were on the Dean's R.O.T.C. sponsor, and Diane Delmas was elected List which required a 3.5. Jo Kay Wilkerson was senior class treasurer. They also had four mem- crowned Beta Sigma Sweetheart at their annual bers elected to Alpha Lambda Delta, four on the Sweetheart formal banquet and dance. The President's List and fourteen on the Dean's List. chapter was also awarded the first place trophy Beta Gammas are proud of Margaret Gage and at the Sigma Tau Gamma Annual Talent Show. Judy Garoutee, who were named to Who's Who Beta Upsilon has stressed scholarship by prefor outstanding scholarship and leadership. senting a traveling trophy each semester to the
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member with the most improved scholarship. A plaque listing the members with the ten highest indexes is on display in the chapter's suite. The annual Sadie Hawkins Shoe Shine, Hootenanny, and Dance proved to be a financial success for the Beta Phis. The Beta Psis are proud of Linda Williams who has been elected A WS recording secretary and Donna Nied who is chairman of the newly formed Panhellenic Pledge Board. They are also excited about the lot for their house in Fraternity Village. Gamma Alpha eagerly participated in plans for a Panhellenic Barn Dance and their spring Riverboat Party. "Peanuts" was their choice of famous or infamous characters that made up the theme of Creighton Capers. Gamma Beta's philanthropic project this year consisted of a Christmas party for mentally retarded children in Stevens Point and preparing educational scrapbooks which were mailed to other retarded children throughout Wisconsin. Gamma Deltas channeled their efforts into the operation of a booth in the Queens College Carnival. Spring activities for Gamma Epsilon included Campus Carnival and TKE sponsored
Academic Farm Day. Gamma Iota worked with the mentally and physically retarded children of Rochester again this year by participating in the Red Cross Swimming Program to help the handicapped learn to swim. Gamma Zeta and other Greek organizations on the campus of Arkansas A&M sponsored a Viet Nam Easter Drive. They advertised for students on campus and townspeople in Monticello to donate items for the servicemen overseas. The items collected were sent as an Easter present from the groups. Errands and small tasks were done for townspeople and students during Gamma Eta's annual Work Day. Proceeds this year went to the National Cancer Foundation. Midge Patrick, Gamma Theta, received .the campus Panhellenic scholarship award for outstanding scholarship and leadership. As a philanthropic project the chapter provided twentytwo children in Kentucky with clothing and books. Seven members of Gamma Mu were on the Dean's List for scholarship last semester. Before school ended the chapter held a spring tea to honor their mothers.
LEADERSHIP (continued from page 2) and in leading her chapter in its quest for noble ideals, she must, herself, be an exemplar of all things good. She must strive to live up to the utmost in all particulars, and must never forget that her actions will always reflect upon the chapter. By permitting nothing less than the best in her own conduct, and by continually encouraging in and drawing from her sisters the best in all endeavors, she will assure for her chapter the attainment of prestige, dignity, respect and success. 7. "Blessed is the leader who marches with the group, who interprets correctly the signs on the pathway that leads to success." One of the most difficult accomplishments of a leader is to be working with her chapter on one project while at the same time thinking ahead to the next.. A leader must be able to envision the road ahead and plan accordingly if her chapter is to advance; and yet she must also give complete concentration to the matters at hand. She must be alert to all present indications, for they may have direct bearing on future
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projects; but she must never show impatience with co-workers who are not blessed with her. foresight. She must put her shoulder to the wheel with her sisters and show that she is a willing worker who expects no favors because of her. position; yet she must always maintain the dignity, wisdom and honor of her office. 8. "Blessed is the leader who has his head in the clouds but his feet on the ground." An Alpha Sigma Alpha leader has a right to have her head in the clouds. She knows she is privileged to belong to a sisterhood that fosters and stands for the highest concepts of individual worth. She is proud of Alpha Sigma Alpha's beliefs and ideals; and she knows that, by living up to and encouraging them, she is maintaining her individual dignity and contributing her part toward today's society by being a shining example of the ideal American womanhood. She has a right to be proud of her position, and she is; but she also, by demonstrating her gratitude and appreciation for m any many blessings, shows that she has her feet on the ground.
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• • • • • • ALPHA SIGMA DIRECTORY
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FOUNDERS Mr.;. W. B. Carper (Louise Cox), 4000 52nd St ., Bladenburg, Md. Mr.;. H . E. Gilliam (Juliette Hundley), Gresham Court Apts., Richmond, Va. Miss Mary Williamson Hundley, Gresham Court Apts., Richmond, Va. Mrs. John Walton Noell (Virginia Boyd) , (deceased) Mrs . P. W. Wootton (Calva Hamlet Watson), (deceased) NATIONAL COUNCIL President Emerita-Mrs. Fred M. Sharp (Wilma Wilson), 1405 Hardy, Independence, Mo. 64052 President-Miss Mary C. Goeke, 1473 Oak Knoll Dr. , Cincinnati, Ohio 45224 Vice President- Mrs. George J. Malone, Jr. (Helen Hooper), 2614 S. Vandalia, Tulsa, Okla. 74114 Secretary-Mrs. Joe H. Brewer (Viola Caraway), 6214 E. Murdock, Wichita, Kan. 67208 Treasurer-Miss Rose Marie Fellin, 1001 E. Harrison, Springfield, Mo. 65804. Extension Director-Mrs. Harold C. Brown (Marie Scanlan) , 3105 Rexford Dr., South Bend, Ind. 46615 Membership Director- Mrs. Fred J. Trowell, Jr. (Judy Matthews), 1818 Magnolia, North Little Rock, Ark. 72114
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Alumnae Director-Mrs. Alex 0 . Mathisen (Nancy Gibson) , 2453 W. Theresa, Anaheim, Calif. 92804. Editor-Mrs. Stewart W. Koenemann (Bonnie Payne), 1230 Hoyt Dr., St. Louis, Mo. 63137 Officer in Charge of Central 0/Jice-Mrs. Harry G. Rowe, (Juanita Roberts), Wilhoit Bldg., 314-C E. Pershing, Springfield, Mo. 65806 NATIONAL CHAIRMEN A'l.A Store Chairman-Mrs. A. Howard Hall (Betty Phillips), 342-D Higgins Rd., Park Ridge, Ill. 60068 Alumnae Editor-Mrs. Gary Hendren (Lonna McComas), 92 Eileen Lane, Bridgeton, Mo. 63044 Alumnae Organizer and Chapter Alumnae Secretary-Miss Mary K. Reiff, 219 East 46th St., Apt. 2W, Kansas City, Mo. 64112 Art- Mrs. Robert J. Wolf (Edith Gaupp) , R. R. #I, Rexford, N. Y. 12148 Awards-Mrs. Louis E. Fletcher (Ruth Newcomb). 141 Marked Tree Rd., Needham, Mass. 02192 College Editor- Mrs. Lewis J. Maddex (Barbara Kerls), 28 S. Dellwood, St. Louis, Mo. 63135 Constitution-Mrs. R. Stephen Fountaine (Lynn Peters), 234 Broad St., Sewickley, Pa. 15143
Convention-Miss Helen L. Corey, 6310 Sherwood Rd., Philadelphia, Penna. 19151 FelloW<hip and Philanthropic-Mrs. John H. Allen (Sidney Gremillion), 1206 Carter Dr., Hattiesburg, Miss. 39401 Histor ian-Mrs. Kendall F. Bone (Shirley Pallato), 3263 Vittmer Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45238 Housing-Miss Mary C. Goeke, 1473 Oak Knoll Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio 45224 Magazine- Mrs. Allan E. King (Sue Ann Henderson), 3109 S. Harlem Ave. , Berwyn, Ill. 60402
Music-Mrs. Arthur L. Hellrich (Shirley Ainsworth), 27 Abbington Terrace, Glen Rock, N. J. 07452 Ritual-Mrs. Donald D. Olson (Pauline Smith), 8632 Pringle Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio 45231 Rush-Mrs. Robert F. Redmond III (Jeannie Roetto), 6408 Nall Ave., Mission, Kan. 66222 Scholarship-Mrs. William B. Niemeyer (Anne Petree), Box 54, R. 2, Loveland, Ohio 45140
NATIONAL PANHELLENIC CONFERENCE Alpha Sigma Alpha Delegate-Mrs. George J. Malone, Jr. (Helen Hooper), 2614 S. Vandalia, Tulsa, Okla., 74114
CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP RATINGS At NE P. TIEMEYER Nationa l Scholarship Chairman BY
GRADE Point
MEMBERSHIP ABOVE 60
51 -60
41-50
2.9 to 3.2
Beta Beta ( 3-8)
2.7 to 2.89
Chi Chi ( 2-12) Beta Rho (2-12) Beta Psi (3-11) Gamma Eta ( 12-27)
Alpha Gamma ( 5-13 ) Beta D elta (5-7 )
2.4 to 2.69
Eta Eta ( 1-6 )
Alpha (4-9 ) Alpha Alpha ( 18-1 8)
Beta Sigma ( 6-6 )
2.0 to 2.39
BELOW 30
31-40
Beta Eta ( 1-2) Beta Mu ( 1-5 ) Beta Upsilon Gamma Kappa ( 1-2)
Psi Psi
Alpha Beta Epsilon Epsilon Beta Epsilon Beta Theta (5 -9 ) Beta K appa ( 4-4) Gamma Alpha (4-4)
Beta Lambda ( 4-5 ) Beta Phi ( 4-4) Gamma Epsilon Gamma Theta Gamma I ota ( 1-2) Gamma Mu (2-4 )
Nu
Sigma Sigma (4-4)
Beta Iota ( 4-4)
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Lee end: All grade points adjusted to 4.0. Numbers in parenthesis indicate A"LA rank and number of sororities on that campus. Sufficient information unavailable for chapters not listed. Greatest Improvement: AA , Bll, rH, rK.
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