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I traveled to Warrensburg, MO, earlier in the semester for the unveiling of a bench on the University of Central Missouri’s campus in honor of Alpha Sigma Alpha’s President Emerita Wilma Wilson Sharp, ZZ. The bench was a culmination of the vision and hard work of Zeta Zeta Chapter alumnae members. Aly Campbell Kowal led the efforts by working with the university, soliciting donations and organizing a ceremony to unveil the bench on campus. Aly and the alumnae of the Zeta Zeta Chapter wanted to recognize Mrs. Sharp for her role in their chapter and the national organization. Mrs. Sharp is a founding member of the Zeta Zeta Chapter. She served as our national president for 17 years and dedicated a total of 35 years as a national officer. Her faithful and inspiring service gained her the title of president emerita. I am enamored by her words and accomplishments during her time as national president. Mrs. Sharp made a huge impact in her years of national service to Alpha Sigma Alpha. We all know Mrs. Sharp as the author of the Alpha Sigma Alpha creed, but did you know she reconnected our five founders with our organization? She was so proud to share their names and stories with our members that she issued a proclamation on September 23, 1933, declaring that we honor our Founders and celebrate Founders’ Day on November 15 each year. It is inspiring to read about our history through her words in past Phoenix magazines. In the Nov. 1934 Phoenix she issued a call to action for Founders’ Day. She challenged Alpha Sigma Alpha members to honor Founders’ Day by taking action, as a group and as individuals. Founders’ Day should be a day to take action in: Respectful tribute to our beloved Founders Renewed allegiance to the ideals of the Sorority Purposeful resolution to add to the good and growth of Alpha Sigma Alpha. It has been 83 years since this message from Mrs. Sharp, however, the action that she requests of each member remains the relevant today. Although we all may respond differently to each of her challenges, it is inspiring to think of her words and how we can pledge this Founders’ Day to honor our past and make a difference for our future. How do we act in respectful tribute to our beloved Founders? Take time to remember Virginia, Juliette, Calva, Louise and Mary by participating in a Founders’ Day celebration. Their perseverance and tenacity helped establish Alpha Sigma Alpha in 1901 and that is something to be celebrated.
Consider showing gratitude to your own personal Founders. Who paved the way for you? Who cheered you on? Acknowledge and thank those women who have made a positive impact on your Alpha Sigma Alpha experience. How can you have a renewed allegiance to the ideals of the Sorority? Reflect on your membership and rededicate yourself to Alpha Sigma Alpha. If you are a collegiate member, this can be done by making a commitment to be a big sister or taking note of a need in your chapter and stepping up to help. As an alumna, it may be attending your chapter’s anniversary celebration or getting together with sisters from your college years. How can you demonstrate a purposeful resolution to add to the good and growth of Alpha Sigma Alpha? What can you do to continue the legacy of Alpha Sigma Alpha? How can you contribute to the good of our Sorority? It can be as simple as living our values, sharing with others the impact of your membership, making a donation to the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation or serving as a Sorority volunteer. Virginia Boyd Noell, Juliette Hundley Gilliam, Calva Watson Wooten, Louise Cox Carper and Mary Williamson Hundley will be remembered for starting the first Sorority in the 20th century. Wilma Wilson Sharp will forever be remembered by Alpha Sigma Alpha women every time we recite the beautiful words of our creed. Aly Campbell Kowal and the Zeta Zeta alumnae who contributed to the bench will be known for their efforts to honor a beloved sister from their chapter. On November 15 we celebrate 116 years of Alpha Sigma Alpha. Just as Mrs. Sharp did years ago, I challenge you to act on Founders’ Day. What will you do to remember our Founders, renew your allegiance and add to the good of Alpha Sigma Alpha? What is the legacy that you will leave? How will you help continue what our Founders started? Happy Founders’ Day! In ASA,
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Alpha Sigma Alpha’s 30 under 30 seeks to recognize young alumnae who have an energizing influence in their career and community. We are looking for alumnae who are business and professional leaders and who have achieved success and excelled in their professions before the age of 30. These women should demonstrate leadership, initiative and dedication in pursuing their careers. The women selected for Alpha Sigma Alpha’s 30 under 30 will be featured in the winter 2018 edition of the Phoenix. Collegiate members, alumnae and friends of the Sorority are encouraged to nominate young alumnae. Self-nominations are also encouraged. Visit www.AlphaSigmaAlpha.org/30under30 to nominate someone today. Nominations are due by Dec. 31, 2017.
Spring Break Grants with Excentia’s S. June Smith Center Alpha Sigma Alpha is offering spring break service grants for undergraduate and graduate members seeking to expand and enhance their professional experience. These opportunities support Alpha Sigma Alpha’s national philanthropic partner the S. June Smith Center. During this experience, selected participants will learn more about a professional area applicable to their career interest while at the same time giving back to the Center. Positions within Excentia’s S. June Smith Center are available in nonprofit management and early childhood education. Learn more by visiting www.AlphaSigmaAlpha.org/SJSCgrants.
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Reconnect with As an alumna of Alpha Sigma Alpha, there are many ways to connect with sisters, make new friends, cultivate old friendships, gain personal and professional development or volunteer your time to help develop women of poise and purpose. Everyone says sorority is not just for four years, but for a lifetime; and it is never our intention to fall out of touch with Alpha Sigma Alpha and sisters, but it happens. The great thing about your alumnae journey in Alpha Sigma Alpha is that there is more than one path to stay involved. You have the opportunity to define your connection and redefine it as your life evolves and changes over the years. Here are some ways to stay connected with Alpha Sigma Alpha:
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The easiest way to stay connected with Alpha Sigma Alpha is to update your email address by logging into MyASA.AlphaSigmaAlpha.org. You are also able to update your address any time you move to ensure you continue to receive the Phoenix.
Your development as a woman of poise and purpose does not stop at graduation. Alpha Sigma Alpha’s Women’s Advancement Series are opportunities for alumnae to continue their development. There’s an opportunity for every alumna whether it is the alumnae membership education enewsletter, development events around the country or the Sorority’s partnerships with Levo League that provides online career courses for women. Learn more at www.AlphaSigmaAlpha.org/WAS
JOIN YOUR LOCAL ALUMNAE CHAPTER OR ASSOCIATION
No matter where you move there is an opportunity to connect with other alumnae in the area. Use the “Chapter Locator” feature on the website to find a local alumnae chapter or association. If there is not an alumnae chapter in your area, learn about starting one at www.AlphaSigmaAlpha.org/alumnae.
START SAVING FOR 2018 NATIONAL CONVENTION & LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
It only takes place every other year and unforgettable memories are made through the weekend. Start saving now for #Rise2018 in Phoenix!
PAY YOUR ALUMNAE DUES
Paying your annual $25 alumnae dues provides you with an opportunity to reconnect and give back to Alpha Sigma Alpha while supporting important initiatives.
PLAN REUNIONS
Whether the reunion is a simple weekend get-a-way with a few women or at your university’s homecoming; making reunions a priority will help you stay connected and maintain relationships with sisters.
SHARE HOW YOU STAY CONNECTED TO YOUR MEMBERSHIP ON SOCIAL MEDIA USING #ASAALUMNAE.
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“We believe n the experience of being an Alpha Sigma Alpha and encouraging i
women to explore their passion and purpose.” Amy M. Swisher Scholarship Clarice LeBlanc, QA, Coe College, IA
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Dr. Rosalie Messina Simari Scholarship Jenifer Carstensen, DE, Mansfield University, PA
Lois V. Beers Scholarship Jacqulyn Cook, ZN, Moravian College, PA
Martha Green Dimond Scholarship Samareh Dadashazar, QE, Schreiner University, TX
National Philanthropic Scholarship Ashley Dijkstra, DS, Saginaw Valley State University, MI
National Special Education Scholarship Michelle Sena,G Clio, State University of New York, Cortland
Beta Zeta Scholarship Lily Prokop, ET, University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Hilda Giraud Endowed Founders’ Memorial Scholarship Kaitlyn Carter, QG, Christopher Newport University, VA
Suzanne Hebert Endowed Founders’ Memorial Scholarship Kaitlyn Bailey, DS, Saginaw Valley State University, MI
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Since its founding, the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation has demonstrated its commitment to intellectual development and lifelong learning by offering academic scholarships to graduate members, undergraduate members and nonmembers. Our generous donors have shared their passion and purpose by establishing these scholarships. The scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, leadership and volunteerism, as well as meaningful participation in Alpha Sigma Alpha and other organizational activities. This year the Foundation awarded 21 scholarships. Congratulations to the following recipients for the 2017-18 academic year:
S. June Smith Endowed Founders’ Memorial Scholarship Abigail Walsh, ZH, Rockhurst University, MO
Past Presidents’ Endowed Founders’ Memorial Scholarship Elise Dayton, EE, Emporia State University, KS
Alpha Beta Endowed Founders’ Memorial Scholarship Kelsey Helstrom, GL, Loyola University Chicago
Mary Turner Gallagher Scholarship Miranda Hasty, ZH, Rockhurst University, MO
Wilma Wilson Sharp Scholarship Emma Cook, BN, Murray State University, KY
Nancy A. Martin Williams Scholarship Gretchen Reed, HH, Pittsburg State University, KS
Mary Emerson Blackstone & Grace Fultz Haworth Scholarships Sedona Kintz, ZK, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mary Emerson Blackstone & Grace Fultz Haworth Scholarships Gabrielle Leitgeb, GC, Bryant University, RI
Mary Emerson Blackstone & Grace Fultz Haworth Scholarships Taylor Owens, QC, Methodist University, NC
Patti Balwanz Scholarship Josie Battles, BS, Missouri State University
Dr. Ann Rowlette Scholarship Jordan Poore, FF, Northwest Missouri State University
Zeta Eta Scholarship Margaret Herold, ZH, Rockhurst University, MO
LEARN MORE ABOUT SCHOLARSHIPS ON ALPHASIGMAALPHA.ORG, SEARCH “SCHOLARSHIPS.”
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KARIN ANDE RSON ABRE LL, GL
When asked what we treasure most, people readily respond with one word – relationships. Our friends, families and romantic partners enrich our lives in a myriad of ways, providing encouragement, support, affection and joy. Except when they don’t.
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hen our relationships are in crisis, our life is in crisis and when they are thriving, we thrive. As American author Tony Robbins puts it, “The quality of your life is the quality of your relationships.” So why is it such a struggle to maintain healthy and meaningful intimacy in our lives? Well for one, relationships do not come with an owner’s manual—we have to rely on what we observe. As we grow up, we watch the adults around us and unwittingly absorb their patterns and tendencies. We assume everyone behaves as they do because we have nothing else to compare it to. Some of us had exemplary models and others of us well, not so much. But regardless, most of us could use a little help. In an effort to cultivate and sustain healthy relationships, let’s examine some key practices to strengthen our most important connections—friendships, family relationships, and significant others.
Examine your expectations of friends We are going to be best friends forever! No matter what happens, we’ll stay close. You’re my girl and nothing will change that! We said it. We meant it. So what happened? Life happened. Simple as that.
meta-analysis of A 148 studies concluded that those with close friends live longer.2 Or maybe she got married and you are still single. Or her second baby is due in March and you are considering IVF because after two years, the stork still has not shown up. You used to have everything in common, but not now. Life happens, and it gets in the way of even the closest friendships. And it hurts—a lot. Contrary to popular belief, we can stay close, but it is only possible if we take time to examine our expectations. Things change and friendships change. But change does not mean your best friend does not care about you anymore. She cares about you and always will, just as you care about her, but at the moment, you have different priorities. Life has moved you in different directions, but you are still the same people. So, as her best friend, the most loving thing you can do is adjust your expectations. But how? Recognize that just because she cannot spend as much time with you, she still loves you. Cut her some slack when she cannot make it to girl’s night out because she is chasing after a toddler and her husband is away on business. Recognize that although she is focused on other pursuits—her career, relationship or children—she still loves you. Do not guilt trip her for missing your annual Christmas shopping excursion because her in-laws are in town.
After college, you moved to different parts of the country. She started grad school and you landed your dream job. Now she is studying for exams and conducting research while you are attending networking events and working towards a promotion.
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Studies show that loneliness is related to high blood pressure, so our connections to our relationships actually keep us physiologically balanced.1
Recognize that more than likely, your lives will eventually come together again—your priorities will align once more. Do not bad-mouth her to the rest of your squad, complaining about how much she has disappointed you and how you cannot believe your friendship ended up this way. Because remember, she still loves you and your friendship has not ended. Once you get through this season, you will be close again. Until then, give her a little grace and adjust your expectations.
Examine your boundaries with family Every family has unwritten rules and assumptions about how its members should relate to one another. Beliefs surrounding connectedness and separateness constitute what psychologists call boundaries. A family’s boundaries determine the “rules” regarding closeness, frequency of contact and conversation, i.e., which topics are considered appropriate to discuss and which are off limits. As we grow up, we learn the nuances of our particular family dynamics and consider them normal. But some dynamics, although they feel normal to family members, are not healthy. One of the most common and least healthy dynamics is enmeshment. In enmeshed families, closeness is equated with love. The unwritten family rule is, “you must be close to me to show me you love me.”
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For example, in some families, adult children are expected to live near their parents. Those who move across country to pursue a fantastic job opportunity or because they have always dreamed of living in a particular city, are perceived as being unloving and betraying the family. The family’s requirement for proximity stifles the adult child’s growth and development. In other families, the expectation of closeness involves communication. Family members discuss everything and any unwillingness to share is perceived as distancing and rejection. This obligation invades members’ privacy and often negatively impacts their other adult relationships, especially with significant others and spouses, because the expectation is their primary allegiance will remain with their family of origin. Finding a balance between remaining close to our family while also enjoying our adult independence is possible if we examine our boundaries. The reality is, you are an adult now and setting boundaries is healthy and mature and it is not a betrayal of your family. Depending on the way your family functions, setting boundaries may be a relatively simple task or it may prove very difficult. Regardless, it is a wise step to take and everyone in the family will be better off for it—you are actually doing your entire family a favor. Recognize that you will feel awkward and maybe even guilty, when first establishing boundaries. But of course, so often the uncomfortable things we do, are the right things to do.
Recognize that we can love our families dearly and still maintain a private life. And in fact, once we are married, our primary obligation is to the family we have created. So, if our parents, siblings or in-laws are pulling us away from our spouse and children, we are violating our marital vows. Recognize that by establishing boundaries, you’re actually giving your family members a gift! You’re letting them know you’re capable of managing your own life. They can go back to managing theirs! With boundaries in place, you’re free to interact on an adult/adult level and family members become true friends—you enjoy each other’s company because you want to, as opposed to feeling obligated to spend time together because you’re family.
Examine yourself before your significant other Robert Holden, Ph.D., sums it up succinctly, “Your relationship with yourself sets the tone for every other relationship in your life.” It may seem counterintuitive, but the most effective approach to improving your relationship with your significant other is to focus on yourself.
Our romantic relationships thrive when we take time to examine ourselves. We cannot change anyone except ourselves. Our thoughts and behaviors are the only things we can actually control. But the beauty is, oftentimes when we change, others respond and make alterations as well. So, the most loving thing you can do for your partner is to examine yourself. Recognize that your partner loves and adores you, but cannot make you happy. Recognize that it is your job to work out any insecurities you experience in the relationship, or if you learn your partner truly is untrustworthy, well, then you are with the wrong person and it is time to leave. Recognize that happily ever after starts with two happy people. We all want meaningful, gratifying connections to others. Moreover, research substantiates the importance of healthy relationships for our overall well-being. Relationships are incredibly complex and nuanced, but we can learn to make sense of them by examining our expectations, boundaries and ourselves. In doing these practices, we will witness profound improvements in relationships with friends, family and partners.
Dr. Karin Anderson Abrell,
Why? Because if we fail to take care of our own emotional well-being, we begin to look to our partner for fulfillment— which is pretty unfair and unloving.
GL, is a psychologist and author of the book “Single Is the New Black: Don't Wear White ‘Til it’s Right.”
Happiness is an inside job. When we look to our partner to make us happy, we approach the relationship from a position of need, i.e. “I need you to be happy.” We not only place an unrealistic burden on our partner—because no one can make anyone else happy—we also hand over the power. Sociologists speak of The Law of Least Interest: whoever is least interested in maintaining a relationship has the most power. If we need our partner for fulfillment and contentment, we are less likely to leave—even when we should. Conversely, if we take care of our own emotional needs and create our own happiness, we approach our relationship from a position of desire i.e. “I’m happy on my own but I want to be with you.” You and your partner walk hand in hand, as two independent, fulfilled individuals who choose to do life together.
Her podcast, Dr. Karin: Love & Life, explores researchedbased methods for cultivating true intimacy in romantic relationships, more meaningful friendships, healthier family connections, and more fulfilling careers. Connect with her on Facebook (Dr. Karin Anderson Abrell), Instagram (@dr.karin) and Twitter (@DrKarinAnderson) or on her website www.drkarin.me.
awkley, L. C., Thisted, R. A., Masi, C. M., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2010). Loneliness predicts increased H blood pressure: 5-year cross-lagged analyses in middle-aged and older adults. Psychology and Aging, 25(1), 132-141. 2 Holt-Lunstad, J., Smith, T., & Layton, B. (2010). Social relationships and mortality risk: A meta-analytic review. J.PLoS Med 7 (7). 1
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Sarah Johnson EDUCATION CONSULTANT Chapter: Beta Theta College: Central Michigan University
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Leadership consultants serve as a resource to collegiate chapters and advisors in various aspects of chapter life including recruitment, finances, standards, officer transition, Ritual and public relations.
Education consultants serve as a resource to collegiate members and advisors in the
Leadership experience: Chapter president, vice president of programming & ritual, vice president of membership education, ritual chairman, parliamentarian, service & giving chairman, editor/historian, 2016-17 education consultant
areas of membership education, academic excellence and personal development programming. They facilitate educational presentations, provide guidance in the areas of community service and charitable giving, assist in chapter efforts towards academic excellence and offer assistance in membership education initiatives.
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“I want to be remembered for my impactful curriculum and ability to have made sisters that I’ve met to feel confident and loved.”
Victoria LandaSteinau
Jen Akright
Simone Assaley
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Chapter: Eta Eta College: Pittsburg State University, KS Degree: Family and consumer science: community and family services Hometown: Olathe, KS Leadership experience: Chapter president, vice president of programming & ritual, secretary, 2016-17 leadership consultant
Chapter: Theta Beta College: Roanoke College, VA Degree: Economics, minor in mathematics Hometown: Charleston, WV Leadership experience: Vice president of programming & ritual
Chapter: Gamma Lambda College: Loyola University of Chicago Degree: Political science Hometown: Salt Lake City “I am constantly seeking experiences and relationships that will challenge me to broaden my understanding of the world—no matter the growing pains.”
“I believe that every experience has the ability to shape who we are and it is when we let those experiences shape us that we are getting the most out of each experience.”
“I want to be remembered for my authenticity and ability to make connections. I hope my passion for people fosters learning and growth.”
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Miranda Bator
Allison Bright
Shianne Hill
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Chapter: Zeta Tau College: Grand Valley State University, MI Degree: Advertising and public relations Hometown: Farmington, MI Leadership experience: Vice president of alumnae & heritage, vice president of membership education, service & giving chairman
Chapter: Alpha Beta College: Truman State University, MO Degree: Communication studies Hometown: Macon, MO Leadership experience: Vice president of programming & ritual, ritual chairman
Chapter: Theta Kappa College: Texas A&M University – Kingsville Degree: Interdisciplinary studies for mathematics Hometown: Amarillo, TX Leadership experience: Vice president of membership education, treasurer, ritual chairman, collegiate Foundation ambassador
“Happiness, in my opinion, is the sole purpose of life. If a person is not actively working towards a fulfilling lifetime, what’s the point?”
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“I love helping people unlock their passions and ambitions. Knowing I can help people achieve success is what gives me fuel.”
“My favorite core value is enjoyment, because I think if you can find the good in everything, life will be more gratifying.”
Kierstyn Hillman
Lexi Patterson
Sarah Potter
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Chapter: Zeta Alpha College: Missouri Southern State University Degree: Marketing, business management, human resource management Hometown: Aurora, MO Leadership experience: Chapter president, vice president of public relations & recruitment, vice president of alumnae & heritage, standards chairman, public relations chairman
Chapter: Theta Chi College: Methodist University, NC Degree: Psychology with a concentration in clinical and counseling psychology Hometown: Clayton, NC Leadership experience: Vice president of public relations & recruitment, public relations chairman
Chapter: Theta Zeta College: Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis Degree: Health services management Hometown: Bloomington, IN Leadership experience: Vice president of alumnae & heritage
“What inspires me most is people who don’t let their fears hold them back from their passion and never let their drive completely burn out.”
“Seeing people attain and fulfill their maximum potential inspires me to keep motivated and working towards my end goal—no matter how big the goal may seem.”
“I love our core value of responsibility. You are ultimately responsible for whatever happens in your life – the decisions you make, the way you react to situations, the way you treat people and the plans and goals you make for yourself and the future.”
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Chapters by the Numbers Key New members: number of new members the chapter recruited during the 2016-17 academic year Chapter size: number of undergraduates in the chapter Chapter GPA: the most recent GPA reports by the university
Chapters by the
MobileServe hours: number of service hours reported through the MobileServe App Hermes Society: number of women from the chapter ever inducted into the Hermes Society, Alpha Sigma Alpha’s academic honor society 1901 Society donors: number of chapter women who participated in the 1901 Society, Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation’s collegiate giving society, in the 201617 academic year Alumnae: number of alumnae the chapter has
Numbers
Missing sisters: number of women from the chapter that do not have good mailing addresses in the national organization’s database. All stats as of May 31, 2017, unless noted.
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Theta Xi Chapter, University of Texas at El Paso | Members Diana Gerardo, Ariel Flores, Elise Johnson, Ariana Campos, Jazmine Gallarzo and Alex Dorado spent the day building raised plant beds to help provide fruits and vegetable to the El Paso community.
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Longwood University May 19, 1933 New members Chapter size Chapter GPA MobileServe hours Hermes Society 1901 Society donors Alumnae Missing sisters
15 54 3.29 876 1 1 1,295 849
37 112 3.31 3,283 3 0 2,031 1,306
Northwestern Oklahoma State University February 23, 1916 New members 11 Chapter size 23 Chapter GPA 3.13 MobileServe hours 79 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 1 Alumnae 393 Missing sisters 284
ALPHA BETA CHAPTER
Truman State University November 27, 1914 New members Chapter size Chapter GPA MobileServe hours Hermes Society 1901 Society donors Alumnae Missing sisters
ZETA ZETA CHAPTER
BETA BETA CHAPTER
University of Northern Colorado February 19, 1916 New members 39 Chapter size 83 Chapter GPA 3.00 MobileServe hours 2,916 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 9 Alumnae 1,500 Missing sisters 1,076
GAMMA GAMMA CHAPTER
ALPHA GAMMA CHAPTER
Indiana University of Pennsylvania November 27, 1914 New members 16 Chapter size 38 Chapter GPA 3.13 MobileServe hours 363 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 1,527 Missing sisters 1,136
University of Central Missouri April 4, 1919 New members 29 Chapter size 102 Chapter GPA 3.27 MobileServe hours 742 Hermes Society 5 1901 Society donors 4 Alumnae 1,519 Missing sisters 1,074
ETA ETA CHAPTER
Pittsburg State University July 10, 1920 New members 44 Chapter size 86 Chapter GPA 3.39 MobileServe hours 2,062 Hermes Society 9 1901 Society donors 6 Alumnae 1,546 Missing sisters 1,022
EPSILON EPSILON CHAPTER
Emporia State University November 17, 1917 New members Chapter size Chapter GPA MobileServe hours Hermes Society 1901 Society donors Alumnae Missing sisters
41 73 3.21 2,218 4 11 1,767 1,122
Alpha Beta Chapter, Truman State University, MO | Abby Ford poses with one of the adoptable dogs from the Adair County Humane Society. The Alpha Beta Chapter partnered with the humane society to host an adoption and fundraising event on campus. The event helped four dogs find homes.
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BETA EPSILON CHAPTER
NU NU CHAPTER
Drexel University May 30, 1925 New members Chapter size Chapter GPA MobileServe hours Hermes Society 1901 Society donors Alumnae Missing sisters
34 117 3.42 634 8 5 1,329 915
PHI PHI CHAPTER
Northern Missouri State University May 19, 1928 New members 42 Chapter size 85 Chapter GPA 3.39 MobileServe hours 2,601 Hermes Society 4 1901 Society donors 5 Alumnae 1,742 Missing sisters 1,146
James Madison University May 13, 1939 New members 72 Chapter size 182 Chapter GPA 3.15 MobileServe hours 3,242 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 2,401 Missing sisters 1,536
BETA THETA CHAPTER
Central Michigan University November 15, 1941 New members 38 Chapter size 73 Chapter GPA 3.11 MobileServe hours 1,202 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 6 Alumnae 1,188 Missing sisters 769
BETA IOTA CHAPTER
Radford University May 9, 1942 New members Chapter size Chapter GPA MobileServe hours Hermes Society 1901 Society donors Alumnae Missing sisters
18 64 3.12 518 1 1 1,584 1,032
BETA KAPPA CHAPTER
Western Illinois University October 24, 1943 New members 19 Chapter size 42 Chapter GPA 3.13 MobileServe hours 485 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 6 Alumnae 1,448 Missing sisters 1,023
BETA LAMBDA CHAPTER
University of Central Arkansas March 4, 1944 New members 40 Chapter size 148 Chapter GPA 3.44 MobileServe hours 2,052 Hermes Society 7 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 1,672 Missing sisters 1,100
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Epsilon Epsilon Chapter, Emporia State University, KS | Chapter members attended a Relay for Life to help fundraise for the American Cancer Society.
BETA MU CHAPTER
BETA PI CHAPTER
Henderson State University May 4, 1946 New members Chapter size Chapter GPA MobileServe hours Hermes Society 1901 Society donors Alumnae Missing sisters
25 49 2.75 286 0 1 946 651
GAMMA CLIO CHAPTER
State University of New York - Cortland May 4, 1946 New members 36 Chapter size 73 Chapter GPA 3.14 MobileServe hours 1,517 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 444 Missing sisters 190
BETA SIGMA CHAPTER
Concord University September 27, 1947 New members 12 Chapter size 15 Chapter GPA 3.25 MobileServe hours 0 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 956 Missing sisters 683
Missouri State University November 1, 1947 New members 93 Chapter size 244 Chapter GPA 3.44 MobileServe hours 4,619 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 6 Alumnae 1,961 Missing sisters 1,125
BETA RHO CHAPTER
BETA UPSILON CHAPTER
Northern Illinois University February 7, 1948 New members 30 Chapter size 69 Chapter GPA 3.19 MobileServe hours 242 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 1,620 Missing sisters 1,183
Indiana State University October 6, 1951 New members 28 Chapter size 65 Chapter GPA 3.36 MobileServe hours 1,230 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 2 Alumnae 826 Missing sisters 482
BETA NU CHAPTER
Murray State University May 18, 1946 New members Chapter size Chapter GPA MobileServe hours Hermes Society 1901 Society donors Alumnae Missing sisters
37 118 3.33 4,669 3 5 1,660 983
Beta Iota Chapter, Radford University, VA | Members attended a Take Back the Night event to raise awareness and help end sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual abuse and all other forms of sexual violence. Pictured are Lexi Reid, Macon Swartzwelder and Sarah Hudie.
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GAMMA ZETA CHAPTER
GAMMA PHI CHAPTER
Loyola University of Chicago September 26, 1964 New members 80 Chapter size 153 Chapter GPA 3.31 MobileServe hours 8,395 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 1,064 Missing sisters 682
St. Johns University February 8, 1969 New members 49 Chapter size 89 Chapter GPA 3.28 MobileServe hours 1,541 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 2 Alumnae 107 Missing sisters 45
GAMMA ETA CHAPTER
GAMMA MU CHAPTER
GAMMA CHI CHAPTER
The Pennsylvania State University May 5, 1962 New members 62 Chapter size 196 Chapter GPA 3.31 MobileServe hours 32 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 1,318 Missing sisters 856
Adrian College March 6, 1964 New members 11 Chapter size 35 Chapter GPA 3.22 MobileServe hours 36 Hermes Society 3 1901 Society donors 1 Alumnae 717 Missing sisters 445
GAMMA IOTA CHAPTER
GAMMA PI CHAPTER
Rochester Institute of Technology May 23, 1964 New members 19 Chapter size 47 Chapter GPA 3.28 MobileServe hours 945 Hermes Society 5 1901 Society donors 3 Alumnae 710 Missing sisters 449
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GAMMA LAMBDA CHAPTER
University of Arkansas - Monticello October 21, 1961 New members 14 Chapter size 36 Chapter GPA 3.27 MobileServe hours 0 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 793 Missing sisters 614
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Missouri Valley College September 30, 1967 New members 16 Chapter size 24 Chapter GPA 2.83 MobileServe hours 0 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 461 Missing sisters 283
Bryant University April 22, 2017 New members 32 Chapter size 30 Chapter GPA N/A MobileServe hours 4 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 3 Missing sisters 0
GAMMA PSI CHAPTER
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania February 22, 1969 New members 11 Chapter size 35 Chapter GPA 3.20 MobileServe hours 147 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 2 Alumnae 753 Missing sisters 505
GAMMA OMEGA CHAPTER
DELTA ETA CHAPTER
DELTA NU-A CHAPTER
Eastern Illinois University May 10, 1969 New members 12 Chapter size 40 Chapter GPA 3.12 MobileServe hours 199 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 3 Alumnae 1,137 Missing sisters 648
DePaul University May 15, 1971 New members 36 Chapter size 72 Chapter GPA 3.40 MobileServe hours 222 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 2 Alumnae 680 Missing sisters 400
Kettering University May 10, 1975 New members 10 Chapter size 27 Chapter GPA 3.24 MobileServe hours 337 Hermes Society 4 1901 Society donors 3 Alumnae 386 Missing sisters 232
DELTA GAMMA CHAPTER
DELTA IOTA CHAPTER
DELTA NU-B CHAPTER
West Chester University November 15, 1969 New members 63 Chapter size 96 Chapter GPA 3.44 MobileServe hours 1,798 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 4 Alumnae 112 Missing sisters 32
University of Delaware April 22, 1972 New members 69 Chapter size 195 Chapter GPA 3.23 MobileServe hours 5,151 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 1 Alumnae 1,350 Missing sisters 612
DELTA EPSILON CHAPTER
DELTA KAPPA CHAPTER
Mansfield University May 16, 1970 New members 14 Chapter size 32 Chapter GPA 3.00 MobileServe hours 268 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 1 Alumnae 667 Missing sisters 377
University of Southern Indiana May 6, 1972 New members 33 Chapter size 83 Chapter GPA 3.31 MobileServe hours 361 Hermes Society 4 1901 Society donors 81 Alumnae 771 Missing sisters 378
Kettering University May 10, 1975 New members 14 Chapter size 31 Chapter GPA N/A MobileServe hours 582 Hermes Society 4 1901 Society donors 2 Alumnae 350 Missing sisters 159
DELTA SIGMA CHAPTER
Saginaw Valley State University March 15, 1980 New members 23 Chapter size 58 Chapter GPA 3.09 MobileServe hours 1,753 Hermes Society 10 1901 Society donors 3 Alumnae 299 Missing sisters 92
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DELTA UPSILON CHAPTER
EPSILON ALPHA CHAPTER
EPSILON ETA CHAPTER
University of Texas at San Antonio April 7, 1979 New members 32 Chapter size 63 Chapter GPA 3.08 MobileServe hours 942 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 73 Alumnae 747 Missing sisters 409
Southern Arkansas University September 25, 1982 New members 16 Chapter size 38 Chapter GPA 3.23 MobileServe hours 426 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 2 Alumnae 413 Missing sisters 206
Virginia Wesleyan College April 27, 1985 New members 7 Chapter size 25 Chapter GPA 3.11 MobileServe hours 613 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 3 Alumnae 420 Missing sisters 235
DELTA CHI CHAPTER
EPSILON GAMMA CHAPTER
EPSILON THETA CHAPTER
Bloomsburg University September 8, 1979 New members 17 Chapter size 63 Chapter GPA 2.95 MobileServe hours 457 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 722 Missing sisters 392
Virginia Commonwealth University February 25, 1984 New members 38 Chapter size 105 Chapter GPA 2.92 MobileServe hours 515 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 2 Alumnae 672 Missing sisters 263
The Penn State University at Erie-Behrend College October 24, 1987 New members 14 Chapter size 35 Chapter GPA 3.21 MobileServe hours 521 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 346 Missing sisters 158
EPSILON KAPPA CHAPTER
Millersville University April 11, 1987 New members 17 Chapter size 45 Chapter GPA 2.86 MobileServe hours 1,313 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 2 Alumnae 420 Missing sisters 171
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Delta Chi Chapter, Bloomsburg University, PA | Chapter members on bid day.
EPSILON TAU CHAPTER
University of Maryland Baltimore County May 12, 1990 New members 17 Chapter size 39 Chapter GPA 2.99 MobileServe hours 91 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 6 Alumnae 364 Missing sisters 160
EPSILON UPSILON CHAPTER
ZETA ALPHA CHAPTER
Missouri Southern State University February 6, 1993 New members 21 Chapter size 32 Chapter GPA 2.93 MobileServe hours 790 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 7 Alumnae 252 Missing sisters 102
Rockhurst University April 23, 1994 New members 34 Chapter size 105 Chapter GPA 3.72 MobileServe hours 2,696 Hermes Society 7 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 482 Missing sisters 172
ZETA BETA CHAPTER
California University of Pennsylvania November 10, 1990 New members 10 Chapter size 40 Chapter GPA 3.16 MobileServe hours 736 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 1 Alumnae 323 Missing sisters 158
University of Wisconsin - River Falls April 3, 1993 New members 13 Chapter size 21 Chapter GPA 2.82 MobileServe hours 412 Hermes Society 3 1901 Society donors 2 Alumnae 241 Missing sisters 110
EPSILON PHI CHAPTER
ZETA GAMMA CHAPTER
Indiana University April 13, 1991 New members 63 Chapter size 211 Chapter GPA 3.40 MobileServe hours 0 Hermes Society 6 1901 Society donors 5 Alumnae 304 Missing sisters 54
ZETA ETA CHAPTER
Gannon University April 24, 1993 New members 23 Chapter size 52 Chapter GPA 3.40 MobileServe hours 560 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 319 Missing sisters 108
Zeta Gamma Chapter, Gannon University, PA | Member Madison Jurcenko greets new member Megan Ehanika during bid day.
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ZETA THETA CHAPTER
Wagner College May 7, 1994 New members 15 Chapter size 52 Chapter GPA 3.53 MobileServe hours 0 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 1 Alumnae 290 Missing sisters 93
ZETA IOTA CHAPTER
Rowan University April 27, 1996 New members 45 Chapter size 143 Chapter GPA 3.20 MobileServe hours 2,462 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 4 Alumnae 354 Missing sisters 115
ZETA MU CHAPTER
Stony Brook University November 19, 1994 New members 19 Chapter size 52 Chapter GPA 3.00 MobileServe hours 258 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 280 Missing sisters 101
Missouri Western State University May 4, 1996 New members 27 Chapter size 45 Chapter GPA 2.87 MobileServe hours 761 Hermes Society 5 1901 Society donors 3 Alumnae 331 Missing sisters 88
ZETA KAPPA CHAPTER
ZETA NU CHAPTER
Minnesota State University, Mankato November 4, 1995 New members 22 Chapter size 53 Chapter GPA 3.11 MobileServe hours 1,475 Hermes Society 4 1901 Society donors 2 Alumnae 261 Missing sisters 68
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ZETA LAMBDA CHAPTER
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Moravian College March 15, 1997 New members 22 Chapter size 48 Chapter GPA 3.47 MobileServe hours 899 Hermes Society 3 1901 Society donors 9 Alumnae 293 Missing sisters 86
ZETA OMICRON CHAPTER
Muskingum University March 28, 1998 New members 25 Chapter size 57 Chapter GPA 3.33 MobileServe hours 724 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 4 Alumnae 228 Missing sisters 73
ZETA PI CHAPTER
Colorado State University-Pueblo April 18, 1998 New members 20 Chapter size 23 Chapter GPA N/A MobileServe hours 231 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 8 Alumnae 207 Missing sisters 87
ZETA RHO CHAPTER
University of West Alabama May 9, 1998 New members 20 Chapter size 35 Chapter GPA 2.93 MobileServe hours 899 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 2 Alumnae 178 Missing sisters 48
University of the Incarnate Word November 21, 1998 New members 21 Chapter size 42 Chapter GPA 3.10 MobileServe hours 348 Hermes Society 6 1901 Society donors 9 Alumnae 315 Missing sisters 103
ZETA SIGMA CHAPTER
ZETA PHI CHAPTER
ZETA OMEGA CHAPTER
Illinois Institute of Technology October 23, 1999 New members 14 Chapter size 44 Chapter GPA 3.11 MobileServe hours 1,408 Hermes Society 5 1901 Society donors 6 Alumnae 239 Missing sisters 58
Austin Peay State University February 24, 2001 New members 38 Chapter size 60 Chapter GPA 3.06 MobileServe hours 460 Hermes Society 5 1901 Society donors 8 Alumnae 297 Missing sisters 66
ZETA TAU CHAPTER
ZETA CHI CHAPTER
THETA ALPHA CHAPTER
Grand Valley State University March 27, 1999 New members 58 Chapter size 99 Chapter GPA 2.96 MobileServe hours 1,754 Hermes Society 4 1901 Society donors 6 Alumnae 370 Missing sisters 77
Niagara University October 28, 2000 New members 17 Chapter size 32 Chapter GPA 3.34 MobileServe hours 789 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 3 Alumnae 181 Missing sisters 54
Coe College March 3, 2001 New members 14 Chapter size 54 Chapter GPA 3.22 MobileServe hours 1,340 Hermes Society 6 1901 Society donors 10 Alumnae 225 Missing sisters 69
ZETA UPSILON CHAPTER
ZETA PSI CHAPTER
THETA BETA CHAPTER
Lynchburg College April 10, 1999 New members 18 Chapter size 58 Chapter GPA 3.09 MobileServe hours 945 Hermes Society 4 1901 Society donors 3 Alumnae 274 Missing sisters 53
Loras College February 10, 2001 New members 10 Chapter size 25 Chapter GPA 2.97 MobileServe hours 208 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 1 Alumnae 150 Missing sisters 41
Roanoke College February 16, 2002 New members 19 Chapter size 53 Chapter GPA 2.98 MobileServe hours 927 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 6 Alumnae 333 Missing sisters 69
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THETA GAMMA CHAPTER
THETA EPSILON CHAPTER
THETA ETA CHAPTER
Christopher Newport University March 20, 2004 New members 45 Chapter size 122 Chapter GPA 3.29 MobileServe hours 2,672 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 8 Alumnae 338 Missing sisters 23
Schreiner University March 25, 2006 New members 25 Chapter size 37 Chapter GPA 3.27 MobileServe hours 498 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 7 Alumnae 156 Missing sisters 21
Rogers State University February 8, 2009 New members 14 Chapter size 22 Chapter GPA 3.28 MobileServe hours 370 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 55 Missing sisters 3
THETA DELTA CHAPTER
THETA ZETA CHAPTER
University of Alaska-Anchorage April 17, 2004 New members 27 Chapter size 39 Chapter GPA 3.16 MobileServe hours 1,833 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 7 Alumnae 139 Missing sisters 27
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Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis April 5, 2008 New members 38 Chapter size 72 Chapter GPA 3.07 MobileServe hours 1,770 Hermes Society 3 1901 Society donors 21 Alumnae 216 Missing sisters 15
THETA KAPPA CHAPTER Texas A&M University-Kingsville October 10, 2009 New members 33 Chapter size 56 Chapter GPA 3.04 MobileServe hours 451 Hermes Society 4 1901 Society donors 5 Alumnae 108 Missing sisters 9
Gamma Lambda Chapter, Loyola University of Chicago | Jacqueline Nichols, Jessica Heabler, Courtney Bickle, Melissa Goldberg and Jodi Murphy show support for a Special Olympics’ Spread the Word to End the Word campaign.
THETA LAMBDA CHAPTER
THETA XI CHAPTER
THETA SIGMA CHAPTER
Frostburg State University February 27, 2010 New members 14 Chapter size 38 Chapter GPA 3.11 MobileServe hours 465 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 8 Alumnae 143
University of Texas at El Paso November 20, 2010 New members 15 Chapter size 38 Chapter GPA N/A MobileServe hours 237 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 6 Alumnae 101
Southern Connecticut State University November 19, 2011 New members 32 Chapter size 55 Chapter GPA 3.15 MobileServe hours 67 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 11 Alumnae 81
Missing sisters
Missing sisters
Missing sisters
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THETA MU CHAPTER
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THETA OMICRON CHAPTER
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THETA TAU CHAPTER
Valdosta State University April 10, 2010 New members 31 Chapter size 52 Chapter GPA 2.53 MobileServe hours 788 Hermes Society 3 1901 Society donors 5 Alumnae 176 Missing sisters 18
University of Missouri - Kansas City March 19, 2011 New members 31 Chapter size 59 Chapter GPA 3.07 MobileServe hours 1,459 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 3 Alumnae 73 Missing sisters 2
Capital University March 31, 2012 New members 17 Chapter size 49 Chapter GPA 3.43 MobileServe hours 2,538 Hermes Society 5 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 93 Missing sisters 2
THETA NU CHAPTER
THETA RHO CHAPTER
THETA UPSILON CHAPTER
Knox College May 22, 2010 New members 2 Chapter size 16 Chapter GPA 3.21 MobileServe hours 184 Hermes Society 3 1901 Society donors 4 Alumnae 53 Missing sisters 10
West Texas A&M University November 12, 2011 New members 25 Chapter size 29 Chapter GPA 2.34 MobileServe hours 627 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 7 Alumnae 72 Missing sisters 4
Boise State University March 16, 2013 New members 70 Chapter size 136 Chapter GPA 3.23 MobileServe hours 2,362 Hermes Society 5 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 93 Missing sisters 13
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THETA PHI CHAPTER
University of New Haven February 13, 2016 New members 0 Chapter size 82 Chapter GPA 3.25 MobileServe hours 1,651 Hermes Society 4 1901 Society donors 11 Alumnae 22 Missing sisters 0
THETA CHI CHAPTER
IOTA ALPHA CHAPTER
Methodist University March 29, 2014 New members 20 Chapter size 57 Chapter GPA 3.07 MobileServe hours 1,431 Hermes Society 2 1901 Society donors 10 Alumnae 32 Missing sisters 4
THETA PSI CHAPTER
Colorado Mesa University April 11, 2015 New members 45 Chapter size 92 Chapter GPA N/A MobileServe hours 996 Hermes Society 1 1901 Society donors 13 Alumnae 41 Missing sisters 1
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THETA OMEGA CHAPTER
University of North Carolina at Pembroke March 15, 2014 New members 13 Chapter size 27 Chapter GPA 2.60 MobileServe hours 131 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 8 Alumnae 50 Missing sisters 2
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Suffolk University Boston April 2, 2016 New members 29 Chapter size 39 Chapter GPA 3.09 MobileServe hours 325 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 5 Alumnae 4 Missing sisters 2
IOTA BETA CHAPTER
Texas A&M University - Texarkana October 29, 2016 New members 22 Chapter size 27 Chapter GPA 3.15 MobileServe hours 334 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 9 Alumnae 5 Missing sisters 0
IOTA GAMMA CHAPTER
Ramapo College of New Jersey November 12, 2016 New members 74 Chapter size 63 Chapter GPA 3.04 MobileServe hours 527 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 1 Missing sisters 0
IOTA DELTA CHAPTER
Indiana University Purdue UniversityFort Wayne February 4, 2017 New members 58 Chapter size 40 Chapter GPA 2.99 MobileServe hours 307 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 0 Alumnae 8 Missing sisters 0
IOTA EPSILON CHAPTER
Metropolitan State University of Denver April 2, 2017 New members 47 Chapter size 30 Chapter GPA 2.89 MobileServe hours 18 Hermes Society 0 1901 Society donors 8 Alumnae 0 Missing sisters 0
PA LMS S U M ME R 2 0 1 7 ASA C O NT ENTS
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.
Beta Lambda Chapter, University of Central Arkansas Mary Colleen Weidman, BL, was awarded the James G. Stemler Study Abroad Scholarship by Alpha Lambda Delta National Honors Society for first-year students. The James G. Stemler scholarship was started in 2008, in honor of past national president James G. Stemler. Each year Alpha Lambda Delta awards 20 Stemler scholarships to outstanding undergraduate students across the country who plan to study abroad. Colleen studied abroad in Costa Rica.
Theta Xi Chapter, University of Texas at El Paso Andrea Norte, QX, was recognized as one of the top 10 seniors at the University of Texas at El Paso for the spring 2017 semester. As part of her recognition, Andrea was awarded the opportunity to showcase her senior honors thesis for the liberal arts honors program. Andrea was one of 2,600 students to graduate in the spring.
Alpha Chapter, Longwood University Amy Cashwell, A, was selected as one of the Center for Digital Education’s (CDE) 2017 Top 30 Technologists, Transformers and Trailblazers. The top 30 teachers were selected based on their efforts to improve education through effective implementation of technology-rich solutions; their impact on student outcomes; and their overall initiative, creativity and leadership skills.
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IN MEMORIAM
Alpha
Nu Nu
Helen Agnew Koonce Alpha Alpha
Betty Baringer Barnes Margaret Reed Corbin Marion Baldwin Kilmer
Mary Goeke Backsman Gail Wagner Kaufmann
Xi Xi
Esther Pease Seaman
‘GO THOU THY WAY AND I GO MINE APART YET NOT AFAR; ONLY A THIN VEIL HANGS BETWEEN THY PATHWAYS WHERE WE ARE. LET GOD KEEP WATCH ‘TWEEN THEE AND ME SO NEVER FEAR. HE HOLDS THY HAND, HE CLASPETH MINE AND KEEPS US NEAR.
Alpha Beta
Gertrude Doyle Benson Mildred Ward Davidson Janette Howell Guy Lena Newmyer Jones Cornelia Lloyd Neita Brawford Pearl Hazel Whitelock Sherwood
Pi Pi
Edith Snedecor Beatty Patricia Sansone Boreanaz Ethel Schutt Peterson Marilyn Micski Renda Kathleen Murphy Schwartzmueller
Alpha Gamma
Tau Tau
Mildred Weber Brown Jean Johnson Strawcutter
Agnes Tullis Bird Shirley Clarke Carmichael Althea Sims Chastain Louise Stillwell Chittenden Dorothy Morrison Cox Margaret DeShazo Emmot Ida Watkins Faurot Shirley Baird Fields Erma Fross Fowler Naomi Garner Roberta Brown Griffing Mary Garrison Jones Carole Sloan Kullbom Marianne Jury Lashua Betty Robl Loburgio Pearl Ottley Long Marguerite Riley Lowe Catherine Lewis Marrs Martha Shrauner Morlan Barbara Hale Norcross Geraldine Daniel Nucho Phyllis Garman Oliphant Verna Parish Mary Earl Pearson Joyce Anderson Riedl Stella Hupfer Ross Gretta Lewick Rydell Louise Baird Seronsy Dorothy King Steeples Florence Truan Stuive Hazel Oshant Taxacher Mary Kimple Weldon Delores Bircher Williams Shirley Tharp Wolfe Lucile Wright
Beta Beta
Janet Flint Cox Marilyn Ollhoff Holliday Epsilon Epsilon
Barbara Ladner Caywood Lynda Linebarger Copple Janice Miller Goetz Martha Berandt Larkin Georganna Miller Larkin Hazel Kyle Miller Constance Foelgner Reeves Zeta Zeta
Joan Mantel Henry Sydney Smith Landon Sheila Gorkil Porter Eta Eta
Jo Harjung Edwards Connie Cockerill Hembree Phyllis Thomas Manning Marylin Seamon Morano Robin Jackson Purdon Amelie Hobart Schwindt
I SEEM SOMETIMES TO SEE THY FACE BUT SINCE THIS MAY NOT BE I’LL LEAVE THEE TO THE CARE OF HIM WHO CARES FOR THEE AND ME.’ – MIZPAH BENEDICTION Chi Chi
Judith McCoy Barnes Phyllis Robbins Grindstaff Katherine Haas Huber Helen Reed Pennington Psi Psi
Judy White Boone
Lisa Schaeffer Vienhage Ellen Grundy Wooley Beta Upsilon
Wygonda Ralston Foltz Kay Brown Hardebeck Gamma Beta
Martha Bradley Wood
Joan Pautz Adler Geraldine Beyerstedt Patricia Schmit Crull Sarah Richards Eagon Ann Egenhoefer Elaine Searl Halldorson Lela Jahn Nancy Aschebrook Schwerdtfeger
Beta Zeta
Gamma Epsilon
Lorraine Morel Beninato
Joan Baddeley Badenhoop Ardith Wie Brazale Karisue Bureta Kujawski
Beta Delta
Dolly Purvis Loyd Mia Meeks Ruby Watkins Beta Epsilon
Beta Theta
Carol Kirk Huebner Gamma Zeta Beta Kappa
Lana Ray Hoover
Mary Wolf Doubek Marilyn Hoover Deborah Miller Susan Yanzito Peterson
Delta Iota
Sheryl Powers Vermont Delta Kappa
Beta Nu
Elizabeth Waller Brimm
Carole Lyles Chappell Anne Thurman Park Marjorie Rhea Vaughn
Zeta Beta
Rho Chi
Zeta Pi
Phyllis Inwood Templin
Raquel Roman
Janna Grassel Wood
Beta Sigma
Dione Schmidt Carver Linda Richter Leslie
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Grace Backman, past president of the Beta Eta Chapter, Dickinson State College, ND, studied as an International 4-H Youth Exchange (IFYE) delegate for three months in Kenya in the summer of 1976. As an IFYE delegate to Kenya, Grace represented the 4-H clubs of the United States. Grace spent her summer observing agricultural and cultural aspects of life in three of the seven Kenyan provinces and experienced African life by living with 11 rural families. She and another IFYE representative worked with personnel in the Ministry of Agriculture corresponding to personnel in the Cooperative Extension Service of the United States. Her primary responsibility was working with 4-K clubs which were similar to 4-H clubs in the U.S. “A new perspective on values,� was the primary benefit Grace gained from her experience. www.AlphaSigmaAlpha.org
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WOMAN OF
Poise and Purpose �
The core values of Alpha Sigma Alpha are what I aspire to every day. My years in college with my sisters helped refine my character and steer my heart towards service. My son, Jacob, was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder in the summer of 2016 and I jumped into action with advocacy work. I knew Jacob was just like his peers in so many ways. In the fall of 2016, Project: Just Like You came to life. We give a voice to those in the neurodiverse, or special needs community, and show them in action. We want to share their story and give them a strong voice. As of June this year, we have become an official 501Š3 nonprofit. We also created our first short film in honor of the United Nations declaring International Person of Disability Day. Our goal is to change the image of those in the special needs community and focus on different abilities, not disabilities. I am a proud sister of Alpha Sigma Alpha, and our core values help give me the courage to plow forward in the face of adversity with poise and purpose."
Molly McMunn Korte, ZU Executive Director and Founder of Project: Just Like You