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Alpha Sigma Alpha's 50th National Convention & Leadership Conference

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Meet the 2018-19 leadership consultants p.26

THE GIFT OF ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA

My experience in Alpha Sigma Alpha has granted me the ability to meet women from across the country, collegiate and alumnae, who I aspire to be like one day. The opportunities available have allowed me to enhance my leadership skills, become a balanced woman, and remind myself daily to joyously live each day to its ultimate good. – Claudia Burcham, BN

ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA TAUGHT ME THE IMPORTANCE OF HELPING OTHERS. AS A MOTHER AND TEACHER, I AM TRYING TO INSTILL THIS IMPORTANT VALUE IN MY CHILDREN AND STUDENTS. – GRETTA YOUNG, EK

Being a member of Alpha Sigma Alpha has provided me the foundation to give back in more than one way, while allowing me to create connections with collegians and other alumnae across the nation.” – Mercedes Moreno, ZS

BEING A MEMBER OF ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA HELPED ME DEVELOP SKILLS THAT I USE IN MY PROFESSIONAL LIFE EVERY DAY. – SERTRICE GRICE, EE

SHARE WHAT ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA HAS TAUGHT AND GIVEN YOU USING #THEGIFTOFASA ON SOCIAL MEDIA.

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FEATURES Cover story, page 8:

#Rise2018 highlights 12 2017-18 Sorority award winners 18 2017-18 Annual Report 26 Meet Alpha Sigma Alpha's 2018-19 leadership consultants

D E PA R T ME N T S 4 Editor’s desk 5 From the president – Founders’ Day message 6 News & updates 30 Chapter updates

33 ASA Foundation 34 ASA Palms 35 From the archives 36 Woman of poise and purpose

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Each of us is born with potential – the possibility of providing something important to the world that only you can do. Potential needs to be nurtured and encouraged. In many, it goes unfulfilled – sadly, that special gift someone can bring to the world is never realized.

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College is a crucial stage where someone can discover her passion, claim her place in the world and acquire knowledge needed to bring her gift to others. Development does not end at college though. A woman’s passions and place in the world often change during different stages of life. At any point, when a woman discovers her passion, she lives a life that makes a meaningful impact on the world. The gift of the Alpha Sigma Alpha experience is that it nurtures members’ potential – both in and after college. I have heard it said many times, by many women, that they are who they are because of what Alpha Sigma Alpha has taught them. I know this is true for so many of our member, including myself.

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Personally, Alpha Sigma Alpha has taught me more skills and lessons than I could possibly list here. The biggest of all is the self-confidence it instilled in me. The confidence to live up to my potential. Believing in myself and my skills started with the supportive environment Alpha Sigma Alpha provided me. And honestly, it is the best gift Alpha Sigma Alpha could have ever given me.

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F R O M T HE P R E S I D ENT

BY KE L LY M C G I NNI S B E C K, EK | N AT I ON AL P RES I D EN T

One hundred and seventeen years ago, five women came together to charter Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority. These 16-year-old women were intentional when they founded our Sorority, planning from the beginning for it to be national in scope, even though Louise didn’t believe Juliette when she would say that. Louise would later “admit that the faith and effort of even 16-year-old girls can ‘remove mountains’” at the 40th anniversary convention in Chicago. I have been reading “The Years Behind Us: A History of Alpha Sigma Alpha” and reflecting upon those early years of our Sorority. They were challenging times, where campuses with anti-sorority laws or faculty who ruled out sororities meant that several of our chapters were forced to close. How ironic that more than 100 years later, we have campuses considering similar actions. It is tragic to think of the women at Harvard who are being denied a sorority experience because of the penalties the institution is imposing upon members who are affiliated with a single-sex organization. While we do not have a chapter there, we stand in support of our Panhellenic sisters and their constitutional rights for freedom of association. My sorority experience has shaped me into the woman I am today, and I am incredibly grateful that the five founders chose the path they did. Take a moment to reflect on these words from the Service for Founders’ Day: “The success of the Sorority is dependent on the advancement of its principles by each member. We cannot separate our lives from the influence of Alpha Sigma Alpha and must accept our responsibility to our solemn vow ‘to live up always to the highest in thought, word and deed.’” Now, more than ever, we need to spread the positive stories of sorority life. Through my membership in Alpha Sigma Alpha, I have learned skills that I carry forth into both my professional and personal life: servant leadership, networking, collaboration, team building, conflict management, managing budgets, delegation, accountability, facilitation, public speaking and the list goes on. We must wear our letters proudly and share our sorority experience freely. It starts with you, having a conversation with your parent, partner, friend, colleague, boss. Tell them the wonderful opportunities that Alpha Sigma Alpha provides to you, what you have learned and how

that makes you a better person, better employee, better partner, better parent. The world needs to hear our stories and we must not hesitate to share them. In every interview I have ever been on, I talk about my involvement in Alpha Sigma Alpha. Everyone I work with and all of my friends and neighbors know about Alpha Sigma Alpha, how it has benefitted me and how it enables me to contribute on a much broader scale. Our relevance is being questioned by those who only see the negative stereotypes about fraternities and sororities. We must do better. We must behave and act in ways that are true to our core values and the vision that five women had in 1901. The words in our Service for Founders’ Day could not ring truer in the world we live in today. How will you celebrate Founders’ Day? Will it be wearing your badge to class or work? Will it be gathering with sisters to perform the ritual service? Will you celebrate through service to one of the national philanthropic partners or an organization in your local community? I want you to consider one additional way to celebrate this Founders’ Day. Share your Alpha Sigma Alpha story with someone new. Share what Alpha Sigma Alpha has taught and given you using #TheGiftofASA on social media. Let’s pay forward the precious gift of our membership by spreading the influence of Alpha Sigma Alpha throughout the world. As our Ritual states: “Make us worthy of the founders we honor today. Make us serene in the knowledge that their influence is eternal, and that our love for them and for the sorority they founded shall indeed be a love that never fails.” Happy Founders’ Day sisters!

Kelly McGinnis Beck, EK National President @asakellym

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NEWS & UP D AT E S

International Badge Day March 4, 2019 is the National Panhellenic Conference International Badge Day. Alpha Sigma Alpha members are encouraged to wear their badge on this day

Spread the Word to End the Word

at school, work, home, etc. to show pride in their Alpha Sigma Alpha and Panhellenic sisterhood.

Join Alpha Sigma Alpha this March in promoting and participating in the national

annual Spread the Word to

using #BadgeDay18 and

End the Word campaign. Spread the Word to End the Word is an

tagging Alpha Sigma Alpha

effort encouraging people nationwide to pledge to stop using the

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derogatory “R-word.” The campaign is devoted to educating and raising awareness about individuals with intellectual disabilities and the offensive use of the “R-Word” in casual conversation. Alpha Sigma Alphas across the country challenge everyone to think before they speak. Alpha Sigma Alphas can participate by encouraging other students, co-workers, friends and family to pledge to stop the use of the word at www.r-word.org.

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Alpha Sigma Alpha members from around the country gathered July 18-21, 2018 in Phoenix for the 50th Alpha Sigma Alpha National Convention & Leadership Conference.

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(Above) A group of attendees volunteered at the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to autism research, education and community outreach. (Left) Past National President Melissa Koch Merriam, EE, served as Alpha Sigma Alpha’s national president from 2014-18.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER, AUTHOR OF BRAVE IS THE NEW BEAUTIFUL, ON COURAGE AND BRAVERY

“JUST BECAUSE SHE DOES THIS, DOESN’T MEAN YOU HAVE TO.”

(Above) Past national presidents welcomed National President Kelly McGinnis Beck, EK, during the pass the gavel ceremony. (Right) Alpha Sigma Alpha was welcomed to Phoenix by a performance from a five-time world champion hoop dancer. www.AlphaSigmaAlpha.org

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Silvana Filippello Richardson was awarded the Recognition of Eminence Award for her professional and community achievements.

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Three alumnae initiates became members of Alpha Sigma Alpha at the Sanctuary Degree Service.

KIM BECKING, BS AUTHOR OF NORDIE'S AT NOON, ON RISING ABOVE LIFE’S CHALLENGES

“CHANGE IS A GUARANTEE IN LIFE. IT’S HOW YOU REACT TO IT THAT’S UP YOU.” During the week, attendees were empowered to make a positive impact in their relationships, communities and the world.

(Left) Attendees participated in service projects supporting Girls on the Run in Maricopa and Pinal counties in Arizona.

Delegates influenced Alpha Sigma Alpha’s future by participating in three business meetings during the 2018 national convention & leadership conference.

Twenty-three women were recognized for 50 years of membership in Alpha Sigma Alpha.

JOSIE AHLQUIST, PH.D., SOCIAL MEDIA EXPERT, ON POWER OF A POSITIVE ONLINE PRESENCE

“DON’T JUST EVALUATE YOUR SISTERS ON SOCIAL MEDIA, ELEVATE THEM.”

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CHAPTER & INDIVIDUAL AWARDS

ASPIRE CHAPTERS have members who have shown a commitment to each other, their chapter and the national organization by upholding the high ideals of the Sorority.

SEEK CHAPTERS have members who have built on that commitment and have embraced the responsibility of membership to ensure that the Sorority remains strong.

Beta Beta, University of Northern Colorado Delta Iota, University of Delaware Delta Nu-B, Kettering University, MI Zeta Lambda, Rowan University, NJ Zeta Phi, Illinois Institute of Technology Theta Zeta, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis Theta Omicron, University of MissouriKansas City Iota Beta, Texas A&M University-Texarkana Iota Gamma, Ramapo College of New Jersey

Beta Theta, Central Michigan University Delta Gamma, West Chester University, PA Delta Sigma, Saginaw Valley State University, MI Epsilon Alpha, Southern Arkansas University Epsilon Kappa, Millersville University, PA Zeta Gamma, Gannon University, PA Zeta Nu, Moravian College, PA Zeta Upsilon, University of Lynchburg, VA Theta Gamma, Christopher Newport University, VA Theta Sigma, Southern Connecticut State University

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ATTAIN CHAPTERS have members who 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. Nu Nu, Drexel University, PA Beta Upsilon, Indiana State University Delta Kappa, University of Southern Indiana Epsilon Upsilon, California University of Pennsylvania Theta Epsilon, Schreiner University, TX Theta Omega, University of New Haven, CT

THE CROWN OF EXCELLENCE is the highest award bestowed on a collegiate chapter. The Crown of Excellence Chapter has demonstrated the highest level of achievement of all fourstar chapters.

Eta Eta, Pittsburg State University, KS

2017-18 FOUR-STAR CHAPTERS These chapters uphold the high ideals of the Sorority in the areas of membership, academic excellence, finances, membership education, chapter operations, philanthropy, national meetings, ritual, organizational image, national bylaws, policies and procedures, advisory board and alumnae involvement. Alpha Beta, Truman State University, MO Eta Eta, Pittsburg State University, KS Phi Phi, Northwest Missouri State University Beta Kappa, Western Illinois University Beta Nu, Murray State University, KY Beta Sigma, Missouri State University Delta Upsilon, University of Texas at San Antonio Zeta Eta, Rockhurst University, MO Theta Alpha, Coe College, IA Theta Tau, Capital University, OH

2017-18 COLLEGIATE CHAPTER AWARDS Scholastic Achievement Award – Spring 2017 Zeta Eta, Rockhurst University, MO Scholastic Achievement Award – Fall 2017 Zeta Eta, Rockhurst University, MO Rose Marie Fellin Financial Excellence Award Theta Omicron, University of MissouriKansas City

Sidney Gremillion Allen Panhellenic Award Beta Nu, Murray State University, KY Epsilon Upsilon, California University of Pennsylvania Service and Giving Award Theta Tau, Capital University, OH Communications Excellence Award Zeta Omicron, Muskingum University, OH

Recruitment Excellence Award Eta Eta, Pittsburg State University, KS

2017-18 ALUMNAE CHAPTER AWARDS Crown of Excellence Greater Kansas City Alumnae Chapter, MO Outstanding Membership Growth Award Springfield Alumnae Chapter, MO Outstanding Alumnae Panhellenic Engagement Award Tampa Bay Alumnae Chapter, FL Outstanding Service and Giving Northern Virginia Alumnae Chapter Outstanding Collegiate Chapter Support Western Pennsylvania Alumnae Chapter Outstanding Programs Chicago Metro Alumnae Chapter Communications Excellence Boston Alumnae Chapter Palm Recognition Central Arkansas Alumnae Chapter South Eastern Michigan Alumnae Chapter Star Recognition Southeastern North Carolina Alumnae Chapter

Crown Recognition Ark-La-Tex Alumnae Chapter Boston Alumnae Chapter Buffalo Alumnae Chapter, NY Central Pennsylvania Alumnae Chapter Charlotte Alumnae Chapter, NC Chicago Metro Alumnae Chapter Chicago Northwest Suburban Alumnae Chapter Chicago West Alumnae Chapter Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter Dallas Alumnae Chapter Denver Alumnae Chapter Greater Jacksonville Alumnae Chapter, FL Greater Kansas City Alumnae Chapter, MO Greater Topeka Area Alumnae Chapter, KS Greater Valley Forge Alumnae Chapter, PA Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter Milwaukee Alumnae Chapter Northern Virginia Alumnae Chapter Philadelphia Metro Alumnae Chapter Pittsburg Alumnae Chapter, KS Richmond Alumnae Chapter, VA Saint Louis Alumnae Chapter San Antonio Alumnae Chapter Springfield Alumnae Chapter, MO Tampa Bay Alumnae Chapter, FL Tidewater Virginia Alumnae Chapter Tulsa Alumnae Chapter, OK Western Pennsylvania Alumnae Chapter Windy City Alumnae Chapter, IL

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OUTSTANDING NEW MEMBER AWARD Margaret Stansell, QO, University of Missouri – Kansas City ajoring in political science M Serves as chapter secretary Tutors members on the subjects of English, Spanish, history and political science Staff writer for the UMKC independent student newspaper, UNEWS and serves on the university Mock Trial team Volunteers in the Spanish Department, showing potential UMKC Spanish majors around campus “Margaret lives up to our core values through her devotion to all activities. She is able to maintain a 4.0 GPA each semester. She is driven by her strong character. She believes that a life spent in happiness is the only way to live.”

OUTSTANDING ATHLETE AWARD Gloria Hanrahan, FF, Northwest Missouri State University, Maryville Member of the Northwest Missouri State University varsity soccer team, playing a left-side defender Received the athletic academic honors recognition for three semesters Serves as chapter service & giving chairman Involved in Pre-Health Occupations Club, National Society of Leadership and Success and Tri-Beta Biological Science Honor Society “Gloria spends her college days enthusiastic about her involvement on the soccer field, in Alpha Sigma Alpha and multiple other student organizations. She positively impacts our chapter by exemplifying balance, practicing self-discipline and serving as a role model for all our members.”

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GENEROUS SPIRIT AWARD Sarah Pezold, ZH, Rockhurst University, MO senior, triple majoring in political A science, Spanish and economics Serves in many service activities and assists with the local Girls on the Run team Interns at the Bishop Sullivan Center serving the Kansas City low income community Works at El Centro free legal clinic Volunteers at Kansas City’s Catholic worker house “Faith is the motivator for all Sarah does. She constantly seeks opportunities to serve and accompany others in order to grow in her own faith. Sarah joyously lives her life by cultivating relationships within our chapter and within the community.”

FROST FIDELITY AWARD Abigail Spiaggi, DN-B, Kettering University, MI erved as chapter standards chairman S Member of Society of Women Engineers, Radio Club, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers and Habitat for Humanity Serves as Improv Club vice president and public relations chairman Youth group leader at her local church Volunteers with the Girl Scouts, Kettering University’s Flint Michigan Rebuild and at the local animal shelter “Abigail is constantly showing her character and concern by putting others’ feelings first, always checking in with our members’ wellbeing and making others feel important. She reminds members of the vows they took during initiation and is a true reflection of the organization's mission and purpose.”

ELIZABETH BIRD SMALL AWARD Emma Cook, BN, Murray State University, KY senior majoring in human resource A management Serves as a two-term chapter president Received Wilma Wilson Sharp scholarship and was recognized as the 2017 Student Organization President of the Year Involved in the Society of Human Resource Management, Order of Omega Greek Honor Society and the Freshman Emerging Leaders Program Volunteers for Western Kentucky Special Olympics, Murray Hickory Woods Nursing Home and Calloway County Toy for Tots “Emma’s Alpha Sigma Alpha experience is the definition of self-sacrifice. As a two-term chapter president, the majority of her time is devoted to the betterment of the chapter. Her tireless efforts and servant leadership is the true meaning of giving full measure and she expresses gratitude for every single member.”

OUTSTANDING ADVISOR AWARD Connie Steinhart, BU, Finance Advisor for Theta Zeta, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis Connie began her service to Alpha Sigma Alpha in the spring of 2016 as the chapter finance advisor. She has also served as the Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter president in 2014 and vice president in 2012. “Even after being in the organization for multiple years, she is excited as the newest members. She truly is a woman of poise and purpose and our members look up to her. She is the essence of what an advisor should be, but also what an Alpha Sigma Alpha woman is. She dedicates so much of her life to our organization, she’s investing into furthering Alpha Sigma Alpha and encouraging personal growth among members.”

OUTSTANDING FRATERNITY & SORORITY ADVISOR AWARD Betsy Sarneso, Assistant Director of Fraternity/Sorority Life and Student Engagement at Indiana University of Pennsylvania Betsy was nominated by the Alpha Gamma Chapter at Indiana University of Pennsylvania which wrote: “Betsy may be a Phi Mu, but she absolutely fits the bill of character and concern for others. She has the ability to challenge old ways of thinking in a way that allows students to learn through the process and still feel supported. She’s led the charge to make positive change and she’s impacted thousands of students in her work.” Betsy received her bachelor’s degree in special education and her master’s degree in Student Affairs in Higher Education at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She is a member of Phi Mu Fraternity. Betsy has worked with fraternity/sorority students since 1994 on various campuses mainly in the Mid-Atlantic region. She’s passionate about student growth and learning.

WILMA WILSON SHARP AWARD Brenda Rua Chappell, HH, Pittsburg State University

EVELYN G. BELL AWARD Marylou Kulzaszewicz Wendzinski, DZ, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Brenda began her membership with Alpha Sigma Alpha in 1970 when she joined the Eta Eta Chapter at Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, KS. She served her chapter as president and Panhellenic delegate. As an alumna member, Brenda has shown significant leadership qualities, loyalty and continued service to Alpha Sigma Alpha. She has served nationally as the national chairman of advisors and the advisor specialist for the volunteer recruitment and placement team. On a local level she is a member of the Pittsburg Alumnae Chapter. She has served as chapter advisor for the Eta Eta Chapter for nearly 40 years. During her tenure as chapter advisor, the Eta Eta Chapter has received 40 awards from the national organization, including the Crown of Excellence four out of the last six years. Her impact as an advisor has benefited Alpha Sigma Alpha members greatly, and the Pittsburg State community has noticed as well. The student organization’s advisor of the year award has been officially titled the Brenda Chappell Advisor of the Year Award. Brenda has distinguished herself in her community through her 45-year career as a court services officer in the Eleventh Judicial District for Crawford County District Court. She has worked with juvenile populations, including foster children, juvenile offenders, truants and runaways. In the latter part of her career she has worked with adult criminal populations. Brenda’s care and concern for others is a true testament to her patience and belief that everyone has something valuable to offer the world.

Marylou started her leadership journey when she joined the Delta Zeta Chapter at the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater. In her most recent volunteer role as team leader, Marylou has transformed the Academic Excellence Coaching Team. She has assisted in the development of a new academic resource guide, the creation of a template for chapter scholarship plans, and writing a ceremony for Hermes Society inductees. Throughout her eight-year tenure as the team leader, she has mentored and trained team members. Those who have served with her know that her expectations are high, but she makes it fun and values each team member. Marylou splits her time between two alumnae chapters: the Milwaukee Alumnae Chapter where she has served as treasurer and editor, and the Tampa Bay Alumnae Chapter where she spends her winters in flip-flops. Whether serving on the nominating committee, leading the Academic Excellence Coaching Team or cracking jokes with her best friend, Marylou’s legacy can be found not only in her years of service to the Sorority, but also in her infectious laughter.

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HELEN COREY AWARD Nancy Andrus Cerwin, GE, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Nancy began her membership as an initiate of the Gamma Epsilon Chapter at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. During her 53 years as a member of Alpha Sigma Alpha, Nancy has been a true servant leader. Her quiet guidance and leadership often goes unnoticed, but her positive attitude and giving spirit certainly exemplify unwavering and tireless efforts to the Sorority. Nancy has served as the national convention chairman, province director, district finance leader, district secretary, district communications liaison and alumnae chapter city Panhellenic delegate where she served as vice president. Nancy was a member of the Milwaukee Alumnae Chapter until her retirement years led her to the sunny and warm Florida coast where she is currently a member of the Tampa Bay Alumnae Chapter. She is a role model to those who work closely with her, dedicated to the task and sharing her talents to advance the Sorority’s mission.

AGAPE AWARDS Jennifer Reisner Burkhart, GM, Adrian College, MI Jen joined the Gamma Mu Chapter at Adrian College where she served as chapter secretary. After graduation she traveled the country as a leadership consultant, helping chapters grow and develop. Following her year on the road, Jen’s skills were put to immediate use as a province director. She would go on to serve on national teams like the nominating committee and convention event team. Jen was appointed team lead of the volunteer management team in 2008, and then in 2012 she was appointed as the national historian.

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In 2013 Jen took on a new opportunity as the chapter advisor for the Beta Beta Chapter where she served for three years, guiding the chapter through their 100th anniversary celebration. Jen is a member of the Denver Alumnae Chapter where she has served as chapter president. She currently serves as the Region 1 alumnae engagement liaison. Those who have served with Jen appreciate her laid back and easy-going demeanor. Her thoughtful work, generosity and ability to see multiple sides of a situation have been of great benefit to the Sorority.

Left to right: Jessica Bridwell Wright, ZP, Jennifer Reisner Burkhart, GM, Chayna Wilson, EM, Kelly McGinnis Beck, EK, Kathleen Burns Swatt, QB, Melissa Koch Merriam, EE

Kathleen Burns Swatt, QB, Roanoke College, VA Kat is a founding member of the Theta Beta Chapter at Roanoke College in Virginia. She served as collegiate vice president of public relations and recruitment. After graduating, Kat spent two years traveling as a leadership consultant. Her dedication to helping chapters reach their full potential is part of her growing legacy. Those who know Kat well recognize that she has a thick skin and does not shy away from even the toughest conversations. These traits made her a perfect team member, and eventually team leader, of the national risk management and standards coaching team where she served for five years. Since 2012, Kat has served as a region facilitator. Her region team, chapter advisors and collegiate leaders all value her insight and honesty. While she holds everyone to high standards, she does so with respect and kindness. Kat is a member of the NOVA Alumnae Chapter and serves the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation as a trustee. Chayna Wilson, EM, The College of New Jersey Chayna joined the Epsilon Mu Chapter at The College of New Jersey where she was a founding member. As an alumna member, she has served in many capacities. Locally

she has served as chapter advisor and alumnae chapter secretary. Regionally she has served as a province director, a recruitment coaching team member, district meeting team member and advisory board district liaison. Chayna has served on the national individual awards project team for 13 years and currently serves as the team leader. She has also volunteered in a variety of ways for the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation.

PHOENIX BEST FEATURE AWARD Karin Anderson Abrell, GL, Loyola University of Chicago Karin Anderson Abrell, Ph.D., was awarded the Phoenix Best Feature Award for her article "Improve Every Relationship in your Life" that appeared in the summer 2017 issue of the Phoenix. Karin holds a master’s degree in clinical psychology and a doctorate in development psychology. Karin is a speaker and subject matter expert on dating, relationships and marriage. She is the author of the book “Single is the New Black: Don’t Wear White ‘Til it’s Right.” Karin also runs a blog and a podcast that explore research-based methods for cultivating true intimacy in romantic relationships, more meaningful friendships, healthier family connections and more fulfilling careers.

THE RECOGNITION OF EMINENCE The Recognition of Eminence Award is designed 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. Thirteen women in Alpha Sigma Alpha history have received this award.

Silvana Filippello Richardson, Ph.D., ΓΛ, Loyola University Chicago Silvana Filippello Richardson, Ph.D., ΓΛ, earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Loyola University, a master’s degree in nursing from Governors State University and a doctorate in community health education from Southern Illinois UniversityCarbondale. Silvana served for 17 years as Dean of the School of Nursing at Viterbo University, La Crosse, WI. During this time, she established a master’s in nursing and the Doctor of Nursing Practice program. She was instrumental in planning and building a state of the art nursing educational facility that doubled the size of the previous nursing school and provided cutting-edge exam rooms, laboratories and classroom space, as well as a healing garden. Silvana served 12 years in the Nurse Corps of the U.S. Naval Reserve where she achieved the rank of commander. She was a visiting scholar at the University of Utah during which she served as nurse team leader for the spectator medical area at the 2002 Olympic Games in Salt Lake City. Silvana is the first recipient and currently serves as the Sister Grace Clare Beznouz Professor of Nursing at Viterbo University. This professorship is awarded to those who demonstrate excellence in teaching, expanding disciplinary scholarship, developing new partnerships and recognizes those who mentor faculty, partners and students in the school, college and university. “One of the most outstanding attributes of Dr. Richardson is her unpretentious ability to influence others to aspire to make a difference in our world,”

said Jackie Kuennen, professor of nursing at Viterbo University. “She recognizes potential in others and paves the way for achievement.” In addition to her professional accomplishments, Silvana is a distinguished Alpha Sigma Alpha alumna. She served as chapter president of the Gamma Lambda Chapter at Loyola University Chicago and charter president of the Chicago Metro Alumnae Chapter. Silvana was also a member of the Boston Alumnae Chapter. She is a past national council member and has also served as chairman of ritual, chairman of standards, chairman of philanthropy and a province director. Silvana has attended more than 15 national conventions and has been the recipient of Alpha Sigma Alpha’s Elizabeth Bird Small Award in 1972 and the Helen Corey Award in 1992. Silvana resides in La Crosse, Wisconsin, with her husband Robert.

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We will cultivate an environment that promotes educated, healthy, responsible women. • Emphasize healthy behaviors that will support members throughout their lives • Enhance focus on ritual and values-based programming in all aspects of membership and chapter operations

Academics: By the numbers

Sexual Assault Prevention Program

FALL 2017 AVERAGES Average chapter GPA: 3.132 Average all-Panhellenic GPA: 3.157 Average all-women undergraduate GPA: 3.067 Average all-campus GPA: 2.956

Alpha Sigma Alpha, in partnership with LaunchPoint Solutions, introduced the SPEAK UP program to all collegiate members in January 2018. SPEAK UP empowers members to take a stand against sexual assault and gives them the tools they needed to speak up and intervene in difficult situations.

71 universities/colleges reported, of these reports: 52 had a 3.0 or higher overall chapter GPA 56 met or exceeded the campus all-women’s undergraduate GPA 47 met or exceeded the campus all-Panhellenic GPA SPRING 2018 AVERAGES Average chapter GPA: 3.16 Average all-Panhellenic GPA: 3.17 Average all women undergraduate GPA: 3.09 Average all-campus GPA: 2.97 40 universities/colleges reported, of these reports: 33 had a 3.0 or higher overall chapter GPA 28 met or exceeded the campus all-women’s undergraduate GPA 19 met or exceeded the campus all-Panhellenic GPA

SPEAK UP helps members understand the concepts of healthy relationships, bystander intervention, self-care and consent, and alcohol and risk reduction. The program focuses on video-based, online learning experiences and chapter workshops associated with a multitude of topics around sexual assault prevention. All chapter workshops must be facilitated by a trained region social responsibility leader, region membership commitment leader or advisor. 45 facilitators were trained in October 2017 to facilitator chapter workshops. 23 chapters reported holding a workshop in the spring 2018 semester. Average of 447 views per video on the online learning experience.

Hermes Society The Alpha Sigma Alpha Hermes Society is an academic honors society created exclusively for members of Alpha Sigma Alpha. In 2017-18, 69 Alpha Sigma Alphas were inducted into the Hermes Society; and since 2012, 308 have been inducted.

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We will elevate the lives of women and be a forward-thinking organization. • Develop visionary leaders through strategic leadership development • Deliver an effective and dynamic organizational structure that evolves with the needs of our membership •S upport membership engagement, development and leadership through innovative and relevant technologies

Volunteer Placement

total number of volunteers

total advisory board positions filled

of region volunteer positions filled

Region Volunteer Development Weekend Region Volunteer Development Weekend brought 52 region volunteers to Indianapolis for position-specific training and region team development.

Emma Newsletters In February 2018, Alpha Sigma Alpha provided each collegiate chapter with its own Emma email marketing account to create and send branded alumnae newsletters. This tool allows chapters to increase communication with alumnae, improving alumnae relationships with collegiate chapters.

alumnae newsletters sent in the spring 2018 semester.

Advisor Institute The 2018 Advisor Institute was held in Indianapolis and had 100 participants.

of attendees said that Advisor Institute met or exceeded their expectations. “Advisor Institute is invaluable. Each speaker had something that I could put into practice not only in my role as an advisor, but my professional life as well, whether it be information about generational differences or remembering to lead authentically. I think the best part of Advisor Institute though, even beyond the amazing speakers they bring in for us, is the networking we get to do with other sisters in the same volunteer roles. It strengthens our bonds as sisters and our ability to be the best we can for the chapters in which we volunteer. I greatly appreciate that this additional tool has been put together for us and look forward to the next one.” – Erica Pieske, ZB Chapter advisor

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2017-18 Academy Attendance (by location) 400 320

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158

147 127

134 113

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118

133

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A NNUAL RE P O RT

We will emphasize relationships that benefit our members and create significance in the communities we serve. • Foster love, loyalty and life-long giving to the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation • Engage in strategic partnerships that provide value to the Sorority • Champion a culture of service and giving in our campus, local, NPC, national and global communities

Service hours

total hours served

average number of chapters reported

average hours served per chapter

Charitable giving

total giving hours

average number of chapters reported

average giving hours served per chapter

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S. June Smith Center Five collegians received spring break service grants to volunteer at the Center in spring 2018. Since 2012, Alpha Sigma Alpha has provided a total of 30 S. June Smith Center spring break service grants.

We will provide meaningful opportunities to experience a joyful and engaged membership. • Explore opportunities to increase our membership and spread our influence abroad • Create enthusiasm and inspire organizational pride throughout a member’s life • Deliver meaningful personal and professional programming and leadership-enrichment opportunities for members • Foster sustainable recruitment of collegiate and alumnae members

Membership In 2017-18, Alpha Sigma Alpha has seen a 6.5 percent increase in total collegiate membership.

alumnae associations

total collegiate members

alumnae initiates

new members (with an average of 28 new members per chapter)

#ASANightOut On May 17, 2018, Alpha Sigma Alpha hosted the third annual AΣA Night Out. AΣA Night Out encourages alumnae to come together and reconnect with sisters for a night.

New chapters Tau Tau Chapter, Fort Hays State University, KS Iota Zeta Chapter, Cleveland State University, OH

collegiate chapters

average chapter size

alumnae chapters

I ota Eta Chapter, University of Arizona Gamma Eta Chapter was closed during the 2017-18 year.

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A NNUAL RE P O RT

BALANCE SHEET

May 31, 2018

May 31, 2017

Assets Cash & cash equivalents

$540,601

$675,017

Accounts and notes receivable

$138,800

$126,751

Prepaid expenses

$138,051

$41,426

$9,340

$10,033

$2,170,350

$2,437,979

Cash restricted for chapter operations

$333,989

$349,749

Beneficial interest in trust

$850,000

Fixed assets

$1,617,260

$1,617,108

Total assets

$5,798,391

$6,108,063

Inventories Investments

Liabilities

Alpha Sigma Alpha has summarized the financial statements shown in this annual report from its audited financial statements for the year ended May 31, 2018. A copy of the complete audited financial statements is available for inspection by appointment at: Alpha Sigma Alpha National Headquarters, 9002 Vincennes Circle, Indianapolis, IN, 46268-3018.

Accounts payable

$25,709

$5,903

Accrued expenses

$26,475

$56,534

Deferred revenue

$258,170

$93,317

$66,814

$24,748

$1,183,989

$1,199,749

Chapter savings

$947,480

$921,207

Notes payable

$326,135

$450,715

Total liabilities

$2,834,772

$2,752,173

Capital lease obligation Chapter operations

Funds Undesignated - General fund Future NPC rotation Set aside Total funds

Total liabilities & funds

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$2,906,619

$3,265,777

$57,000

$47,000

$43,113

$2,963,619

$3,355,890

$5,798,391

$6,108,063

INCOME STATEMENT

2018-19 BUDGET May 31, 2018 May 31, 2017

2017-18 Budget

Revenue Revenue, gains and other support Membership revenue Membership dues

$1,406,150

$1,275,240

$1,325,989

Publications fees & subscriptions

$106,379

$107,243

Interest on accounts & notes receivable

Property & liability insurance fees

$221,750

$221,900

Interest on checking & other investments

$76,500

$57,750

$66,750

Publication fees

$58,800

$3,981

$4,626

$247,975

$418,255

Interest from notes receivable

$14,522

$14,855

Interest & dividend income, net of fees

$14,904

$19,068

Unrealized gain (loss) on investments

$(97,905)

$208,803

Royalty income

$130,704

$132,798

Jewelry and merchandise sales

$218,573

$217,501

Grant from Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation Rental income Program registration fees

Gain (loss) on sale of assets Realized gain (loss) on investments

$3,470

$221,846

$(5,996)

Other revenue

$1,653

$45,703

Total revenue

$2,420,842

$2,779,615

Insurance revenue

$491,260

Sales of member paraphernalia

$216,200

Royalties

$173,000

Rental income & Foundation share of expense

$789,906

Publications & communications

$286,579

$154,429

Risk management

$147,787

$141,875

Volunteer services

$405,362

$322,051

Education/philanthropic

$288,235

$353,304

Total program expenses

$2,335,637

$2,529,948

Administrative & general

$447,476

$503,342

$2,813,113

$3,033,290

Total expenses

$5,180

Foundation grant

$62,500

Other income

$10,000

$2,713,058

Expenses Chapter development

$624,766

Conferences & convention

$594,567

Publications & communications

$177,182

Expenses Education & philanthropy Chapter development $731,551 $768,383 Administrative & general $476,123

$8,000

Conferences registration & program fees

Risk management Volunteer services

Conferences & conventions

$205,468

$144,420 $196,270 $77,259 $1,293,550 $3,108,014

*Expense budget is $2,719,264 after deducting depreciation and set aside expenses

EXPENSE PIE CHART Administrative & general 42% Chapter development 20% Conferences & convention 19%

Publications & Change in net assets

$(392,271)

$(253,675)

communications 6% Risk management 5% Volunteer services 6% Education & philanthropy 2%

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M EET TH E C O N S ULTAN T S

MEET ALPHA SIGMA ALPHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S 2018-19

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Leadership Consultants

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M EET TH E C O N S ULTAN T S

IMANI BROADNAX

AMANDA CHEWNING

Chapter: Theta Epsilon College: Schreiner University, TX Studied: Marketing Hometown: San Antonio, TX Leadership experience: Social chairman

Chapter: Epsilon Alpha College: Southern Arkansas University Studied: Political science and criminal justice Hometown: Foreman, AR Leadership experience: Chapter president, vice president of programming & ritual, standards chairman

“I’m looking forward to meeting all of our amazing sisters this year as I travel.”

This academic year, 10

EMILIE GOTTSCHE

ABBY HILL

leadership consultants

Chapter: Beta Upsilon College: Indiana State University Studied: Master’s degree in student affairs Hometown: Brazil, IN Leadership experience: Standards chairman

Chapter: Epsilon Kappa College: Millersville University, PA Studied: Psychology Hometown: Abington, PA Leadership experience: Vice president of membership education, standards chairman

will be traveling the country visiting collegiate chapters of Alpha Sigma Alpha.

“I believe balance is key to joyously living. An unbalanced life is typically unhealthy, chaotic, or even boring. I strive to live a life which balances my physical, social, spiritual and intellectual activities.”

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“After my year of travel, I want to be remembered for my kindness and the inspiration I gave to the women of each chapter.”

“Having balance as one of our core values has made me reevaluate how I choose to spend my time and I have found it to be very beneficial in my everyday life.”

ALEXANDRA DEATON

JULIA GARZA

CHELSEA GIFFORD

Chapter: Theta Mu College: Valdosta State University, GA Studied: Interdisciplinary studies – marketing and communications Hometown: Savannah, GA Leadership experience: Chapter president, vice president of programming & ritual, vice president of alumnae & heritage, standards chairman, editor/historian

Chapter: Zeta Zeta College: University of Central Missouri Studied: Psychology, minor in management Hometown: O’ Fallon, MO Leadership experience: Chapter president

Chapter: Gamma Clio College: State University of New York College at Cortland Studied: English with a minor in women’s, gender and sexuality studies Hometown: Long Island, NY Leadership experience: Vice president of membership education, standards chairman

“I want to impact and inspire the women I meet. I want to leave chapters feeling like I truly helped them during my time with them.”

“I am ready to inspire members to be the best version of themselves and to always put forth full effort in all they do.”

“Throughout my time on different collegiate campuses, I aspire to impact the lives of these women by helping them find their strengths and have confidence in themselves.”

SHIANNE HILL

SAMI MOSHER

DANA PERNINI

Chapter: Theta Kappa College: Texas A&M University – Kingsville Studied: Interdisciplinary studies and currently pursuing a master’s in counseling Hometown: Amarillo, TX Leadership experience: Vice president of membership education, treasurer, ritual chairman, collegiate Foundation ambassador, 2017-18 leadership consultant

Chapter: Beta Beta College: University of Northern Colorado Studied: Recreation tourism and hospitality Hometown: Morrison, CO Leadership experience: Service & giving chairman

Chapter: Nu Nu College: Drexel University, PA Studied: Fashion design Hometown: Branchburg, NJ

“My favorite core value is enjoyment because I think if you can find the good in everything, life will be more gratifying.”

“Through my experience as a leadership consultant, I hope to be able to connect with collegians and alumnae in a more of personal way.”

“Each day, I seek fulfillment by making at least one individual laugh or smile. I want to be remembered for my authentic-self, as a consultant who spreadS joy to others.”

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C H APTER N E W S

3 1. Beta Epsilon Chapter, James Madison University, VA The chapter planned and hosted a prom for local Special Olympics athletes. The prom included music, dancing, food, a photo booth and bonding time between members and athletes. 2. Theta Zeta Chapter, Indiana UniversityPurdue University Indianapolis The chapter celebrated their 10 year anniversary with a gala event where they invited alumnae and their families to attend.

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4 3. Theta Alpha Chapter, Coe College, IA Chapter members Alexandra Fischer, Sarah Roque, and Christina Brown show off inspirational cards they made for Gems of Hope. Gems of Hope is a nonprofit organization that offers gifts of jewelry mounted on inspirational cards to cancer patients.

4. B eta Nu Chapter, Murray State University, KY Members of the chapter volunteered at the Kentucky Special Olympics Track Meet at Roy Stewart Stadium in Murray, KY.

5. Epsilon Alpha Chapter, Southern Arkansas University While volunteering, Caitlin Mullins high fives a Special Olympics athlete while Mykayla Withers cheers.

7. Iota Gamma Chapter, Ramapo College of New Jersey Members of the chapter volunteered at a Special Olympics track meet by assisting athletes.

6. Gama Iota Chapter, Rochester Institute of Technology, NY The chapter hosts Heel Violence every year to raise money and awareness for IGNITE. The event gives the community a chance to "walk a mile in their shoes," as attendees walk a mile in high heels through campus. All proceeds from the walk go to IGNITE and the event aims to raise awareness for domestic and sexual violence in the deaf community.

8. Springfield, MO Alumnae Chapter The chapter hosted a "Senior Salads" event where they celebrated members of the Beta Sigma Chapter who graduated from Missouri State University in May 2018.

9. Delta Gamma Chapter, West Chester University, PA Chapter member Courtney Flynn poses with a dog while volunteering at the Brandywine Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

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10 10. Zeta Rho, University of West Alabama Leading the way, chapter officers take the plunge at their local communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first Polar Plunge. 11. I ota Zeta Chapter, Cleveland State University, OH The chapter was awarded chapter of the year by the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Order of Omega Honors Society. The chapter also won awards for outstanding

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11 12 community service and outstanding school spirit; and individual members were recognized for their academic achievements. 12. Denver Alumnae Chapter Members of the chapter volunteered for Newborns in Need sorting clothes and items for new mothers in need in the Denver area.

13 13. Dallas/Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter The chapter hosted a lake day for members to bond and enjoy relaxing time together.

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ASA PA L M S

ASA Palms The word palm means tribute, honor or praise. Alpha Sigma Alpha gives palms to alumnae and collegians for their successes and milestones. Celebrating a personal, professional or volunteer success? Tell us about it! Send your success stories to the editor at asa@AlphaSigmaAlpha.org.

Kendy Clark Blake, BB, was recently awarded the Denver Area Panhellenic (DAP) Spirit Award. The award recognized an outstanding delegate of the year for their active participation and diligent service representing the tenets of the Panhellenic creed. “It was a great honor to receive the DAP Spirit Award,” Kendy said. “All year long, I am surrounded by the amazing, powerful, caring women of DAP. To think that I was recognized by my Panhellenic sisters with this award is truly humbling. I am blessed with all Denver Area Panhellenic has added to my life, especially my DAP sisters.”

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Julie Worthen Barber, GZ, (left) was recently name Arkansas’ Outstanding Early Childhood Professional of the Year by the Department of Human Services' Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education (DCCECE). The annual award recognizes and honors the hardworking childhood professionals serving all of the state's children. Julie is an early childhood special education teacher at Helping Hand Learning Center in North Little Rock and an International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Educations Standards’ Certified Autism Specialist. As the recipient of this award, Julie will serve as an Early Childhood Ambassador for the year. Her duties will include serving on DCCECE committees and representing early childhood educators in the media.

Buffalo State College named their new alumni and visitor center after Jacqueline Vito LoRusso, PP. The Jacqueline Vito LoRusso Alumni and Visitor Center serves as a gathering place for alumni as a well as an information center for prospective students and other campus visitors. Jackie has twice served on the Buffalo State College Foundation Board of Directors and is a longtime donor to the college.