The Quill of Alpha Xi Delta - Spring 2016

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CONVERSATIONS HOW ALPHA XI DELTA IS HELPING TO PROMOTE HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS AND PREVENT SEXUAL ASSAULT

A SISTER’S JOURNEY TO THE 2016 SUMMER OLYMPICS

AMAXING CHALLENGE ROCKSTARS

NEW CHAPTERS AT KENNESAW STATE AND TEXAS TECH

PRESIDENT’S LETTER

Thoughts from Michele

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appy 123rd anniversary, Sisters! I hope you all had the opportunity to meet up with your favorite Sisters, share memories and laughter and reflect on your membership in Alpha Xi Delta this Founders’ Day. As I was reflecting on the ideals and principles our dear Fraternity was founded upon, I was in awe of how much we are living their vision every day. In particular, this past winter and early spring were a whirlwind of mission moments.

Our January kicked off with a colonization and successful Bid Day at Wittenberg University, the home of our Zeta Chapter. This chapter is home to several prominent Alpha Xi Delta leaders who were National Presidents, National Executive Directors, Fraternity magazine editors and an Alpha Xi Delta National Housing Corporation Board President. I know our newest Sisters at Wittenberg will follow the tradition of

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From left to right: National President Michele Evink, Alpha Xi Delta Foundation Trustee Suzy Prucka, Southwestern ’01, Past National President Kim Starr, Kentucky ’79, and Robin Lock, Texas ’74, at Kappa Beta Chapter’s Installation at Texas Tech University.

excellence our Zeta Chapter is known for in Alpha Xi Delta. February brought us two new chapters – Kappa Alpha Chapter at Kennesaw State University and Kappa Beta Chapter at Texas Tech University. You can read more about these Installations on page 10.

On March 6, we officially kicked off the Autism Speaks Walk season in West Palm Beach, Florida. This next step in our partnership with Autism Speaks is truly a mission moment I know would make our Founders proud. With this national Walk sponsorship comes a big responsibility to increase our fundraising. We are asking all of our Sisters to double down on their efforts for Autism Speaks. Whatever you’ve done in the past to support the mission- we are asking that you do it two-fold this year. Let’s show Autism Speaks how much we care and how excited we are to serve as the presenting sponsor of the Walk

campaign! You can see highlights from the West Palm Beach Walk on page 34.

In this issue you’ll also meet Sisters who are realizing their potential through some unique careers and you’ll see a more in-depth look at two programs we recently rolled out to our membership – Courageous Conversations and A Clear Vision of Life: The Wellbeing Program. Together, we are inspiring each other to realize our potential.

I hope you have a great spring and start to your summer, Sisters! We have some exciting programs planned this summer, and I can’t wait to share the mission moments that come out of these programs in the next issue of The Quill.

Loyally,

Michele Herbst Evink National President

Photo Credit: Larry Slater

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Welcoming Two New Chapters |

Alpha Xi Delta installed chapters at Texas Tech University and Kennesaw State University this winter.

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Courageous Conversations |

Read more about how Alpha Xi Deltas are working to promote healthy relationships, raise awareness of and prevent sexual assault.

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Going for Gold | Read about a Sister’s journey to the 2016 Summer

AmaXIng Challenge Rockstars |

Olympics as an athletic trainer for Team USA’s women’s wrestling team.

Read about a chapter’s jaw dropping fundraising event for Autism Speaks, and be inspired to plan your next philanthropy event.

CONTENTS 4 Letters to the Editor

16 Serving More Than Food

36 F oundation News

6 Q&A

20 Tales from the Road

37 M ember News

7 What’s Trending?

22 Taking the Reins

44 C hapter Eternal

8 Housing News

30 A Clear Vision of Life:

The Wellbeing

Program for Alumnae

47 F rom the Archives

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NPC News

11 S ummer Programs Preview

Connect with us!

Join the conversation with Sisters and keep up to date with the Fraternity by following us on our social media channels.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

The Quill of Alpha Xi Delta is published three times per year in spring, summer/fall and winter by Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity.® POSTMASTER: Send address changes to THE QUILL OF ALPHA XI DELTA, 8702 Founders Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268 Volume 113/Issue 1 Copyright 2016 by Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity; all rights reserved.

Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity 8702 Founders Road Indianapolis, IN 46268 317.872.3500 www.alphaxidelta.org fhq@alphaxidelta.org Submission Deadlines Winter issue – September 6 Spring issue – January 23 Summer/Fall issue – June 1 Submission Procedures Text and photographs may be emailed to the Editor or to the Fraternity Headquarters address listed above. Photographs submitted become the property of the Fraternity. Digital images must be taken using the highest settings on a camera that’s at least 3.2 megapixels.

Address/Name Changes Visit www.alphaxidelta.org or mail changes to 8702 Founders Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46268.

National Executive Director Elysia Balster Gallivan, South Dakota ’93 Director of Communications and Marketing Lauren Blankenbaker Felts, Indiana ’03 Communications Coordinator Jenna Lanzetta, Western Michigan ’12 National Council 2015-2017 National President Michele Herbst Evink, South Dakota State ’86 National Vice Presidents Gretchen Balling DiMarco, Syracuse ’96 Rebekah Fenstermaker Druetzler, Purdue ’79 Andrea Fouberg, South Dakota State ’95 Micaela Isler, Texas ’91 Fatima Johnson, UNC Asheville ’95 Suzanne Cantando Kirschbaum, UNC Asheville ’92 The Mission of The Quill of Alpha Xi Delta: To inform, inspire and challenge. To sustain and nurture membership loyalty and interest.

To recognize individual, group and Fraternity accomplishments. To provide a forum for the exchange of information and opinion. To be the permanent record for the Fraternity.

All I can say is WOW! LOVED EVERY PAGE! THE FALL/WINTER QUILL IS OUTSTANDING! The content is amaXIng because it captures so much of who we are as Alpha Xi Deltas both young and older.

The two-page spread of Cornell’s updated look is breathtaking and looks like it could have been a featured picture/article in House Beautiful magazine. Thank you, too, for implementing suggestions resulting from the alumnae survey. Every page with its design and content was captivating for me.

– Jean Leider, Iowa ’68

What’s on your mind? Have a comment about an article in The Quill? Drop us an email at quilleditor@alphaxidelta.org or send a note to The Quill, 8702 Founders Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268. We reserve the right to select letters for publication and to edit for style and length.

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I received the latest edition of The Quill and, as usual, looked for my “old” Cornell chapter. It was a pleasant surprise to see the new chapter house. What a change from my days at Cornell! My room, on the third floor was barely 8X10’ with fully half under the roof. I could not stand up straight on that side of the room! The bathroom was shared by six or seven girls and was a real challenge – shower at 4 a.m. to avoid the rush! As I was chapter treasurer to help pay my way, I also got to be “chief cook and dish washer” when the cook had a day off. And often the downstairs housekeeper before any “guys” were expected – none allowed upstairs!

I agree, “The house is absolutely breathtaking.” My best wishes to all in their beautiful home – and success with your Cornell education.

- Ginny Lucie Marshall, Cornell ’58

I was very pleased to see my former roommate, Lorri Talcott Hoopes, in a lovely photo from long ago. The event happened after I had left Northwestern University, but I do remember Jean Morris. Those were good days, indeed.

- Karin Johnson Green, Northwestern ’54

My mom is a teacher at Lombard Middle School in Galesburg, which is where Lombard College once stood. She sent me this picture of our Founders, which they are now displaying in the school! The note on the picture reads “In 1893, ten women of Lombard College felt there weren’t enough leadership opportunities for females. In response they created the sorority Alpha Xi Delta. This sorority is still in existence today and has over 150,000 members nationwide”. Thought it was pretty cool knowing the school is still proud of our founding!

-Caitlin Kozelichki, Monmouth College ’13

My mother enjoyed the article regarding the 48 year reunion in the recent issue of The Quill. I recently took my 1948 graduate mother, Doris Burkey Ely, on a trip to see her sorority Sister, Susie Kelly Greene VanElls, who graduated in 1950 from Beta Eta Chapter (University of Maryland) after a 63 year gap in their ‘face time’. Thanks for your consideration!

-Linda Ely Editor’s Note: What a sweet story, Linda! Thanks for sharing, and we hope your mother and her Sister had a great reunion!

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Q&A

A I use my phone for reminders, notes and the calendar. It’s always with me and connects my email to my iPad. - Makenzie Eckhardt, Northern Iowa ’11

Calendars, planners and lots of list making! I rely on colorful sticky notes and pens to keep all of my tasks separate!

I remember back in middle school when planners were mandatory and I thought they were the most pointless thing ever. We used to have to fill out our planner every week and get it signed by our parents. I wish I could go back and thank my teachers because now my planner is my LIFE. If it isn’t written in my planner it won’t get done.

- Alexis Lancour, Ferris State ’12

- Megan Reece, Kansas State ’13

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I stay organized by keeping a shopping list on my phone, organized by grocery department. Whenever I run out of something, I plug it into my list and that’s what I use when I do my grocery shopping. Since it’s organized by department, I don’t have to run all over the store and it helps keep me from too many impulse buys.

Next Issue: What song puts you in the mood for summer?

- Taryn Solie, Washington ’98

Submit your response to quilleditor@alphaxidelta.org for possible entry in the next issue of The Quill.

Lilly Pulitzer agenda book and colored marker pens.

- Morgan Chamberlin, Syracuse ’14

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My agenda is a lifesaver when it comes to staying organized! I write down everything from classes and work to social events!

- Brea Young, Temple ’14

I have a to-do list in my bullet journal, and use different colors for each class, Alpha Xi Delta events, work things, etc.

- Claire Simmons, East Carolina ’14

what’s trending now Featured Friday Giveaways

Return to Wittenberg

Fridays are one of our favorite days for obvious reasons, but they are even sweeter because we get to give away Alpha Xi Delta merchandise to our Sisters! Each Friday we feature an Alpha Xi Delta licensed vendor on our blog, insideink.org, and post about it on our Instagram page, @alphaxidelta. Vendors typically give a coupon code to Sisters for a special sale, or give away free prizes. Past deals have included giveaways of Alpha Xi Delta jewelry, makeup bags, t-shirts and more! To the right is a recent giveaway of the Courage and Graciousness and Peace bracelet from our very own Xi Boutique.

This bracelet is available for purchase at xiboutique.com.

Alpha Xi Delta welcomed new members into its colony at Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio, on February 7. The new members represent Alpha Xi Delta’s official return to the campus after an absence of more than 22 years.

“The recolonization of Alpha Xi Delta at Wittenberg University will be a source of pride for not only the Wittenberg community, but for the Zeta Chapter alumnae as well,” said Michele Evink, Alpha Xi Delta’s National President. Alpha Xi Delta first installed its Zeta Chapter at Wittenberg University in 1904 and was the first national Greek organization on campus. The Fraternity accepted the invitation from the Wittenberg Panhellenic Council to recolonize in November of 2015.

$4 million and counting Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity is excited to announce we have raised more than $4,000,000 for Autism Speaks, with more than $1 million raised in less than a year.

Prior to this fundraising milestone, we announced in February 2015 that we had raised $3 million for our philanthropic partner, Autism Speaks. While on a visit to the New York City Autism Speaks’ office, National Executive Director Elysia Gallivan (left) and Director of Events and Administration Lindsay Eichelman (middle) were surprised with this exciting news by Kristen Elgie, Alpha Xi Delta Sister and Director of Student Initiatives at Autism Speaks (right).

Happy Founders’ Day! On April 17, Alpha Xi Delta celebrated her 123rd birthday! We are so proud of our more than 150,000 initiates who make our Sisterhood shine. How will you inspire others to realize their potential this year and live the mission of Alpha Xi Delta?

Let us know by emailing quilleditor@ alphaxidelta.org.

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HOUSING NEWS

ATTENTION TO DETAIL

IT’S EASIER THAN YOU THINK Alpha Xi Delta’s National Housing Corporation has put together some some affordable and easy tips to keep your chapter facility, and even your own personal home, safe. This list is not exhaustive, so please contact Jennifer Foster, Director of Housing, at jfoster@alphaxidelta.org if you have any housing-related questions.

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While it’s great to show off your facility, be mindful of what you share. Pay close attention to the photos you share online. Does it show valuable items that would be appealing to a criminal (i.e. laptops, televisions, jewelry, etc.)? Does it show doors that are propped open or windows that have been left open that are unattended? It’s also a good rule of thumb to make sure you aren’t sharing information that would give someone a reason to break into the facility. For example, “Our whole chapter is out of town at a retreat this weekend!” Statements that share the whereabouts and traffic inside the home may make you an easier target.

SIGNAGE AND ADDRESSES Be sure signage on the facility is easy to read at night and clearly shows who the property belongs to in case a police or emergency vehicle needs to come to the property.

LANDSCAPING Be sure to keep landscaping pruned and neat so that potential criminals don’t have places to hide.

Outdoor seating areas, like a group of patio tables and chairs or a swing, that are open to all views of the property make it harder for a potential criminal to surprise anyone who may be sitting there.

VISITOR POLICY

LOCKING UP

All non-members should be accompanied by an Alpha Xi Delta at all times. Guests should only be allowed in common areas, such as the living room or kitchen, and should not be allowed in any bedrooms.

A “lock up behind you” rule is a simple way to prevent unauthorized access. The front door should always be locked, whether anyone is there or not.

There should be set visiting hours for all non-members. For example, guests could be allowed between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m.

Access codes nor keys to an Alpha Xi Delta facility should never be given to nonmembers.

Installing motion detectors around the perimeter of the home is a great way to scare off potential criminals. If glass break detectors are installed, a silent alarm is sent straight to the security company’s monitoring department who can then reach out to police.

Automatic door locks ensure that, no matter what, the sorority facility will be secure.

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FIRE SAFETY Do not tamper with smoke detectors or alarm systems.

Do not leave candles burning unattended.

Do not overload electrical outlets and make sure extension cords are used properly.

Map out escape routes for every room in case there is a fire.

NPC NEWS

A COMMITMENT TO

The University of Tennessee College Panhellenic participated in a two-year case study that collected feedback from collegiate members and potential new members. Jennifer Pierce, the University of Tennessee’s assistant director of sorority and fraternity life, shared that most of the new members from 2014 who resigned stated that they felt unprepared for membership because recruitment did not include conversations about membership obligations. In 2015, the Tennessee College Panhellenic eliminated skits and replaced them with a sisterhood round focused on values-based conversation, and the 2015 new member class reported a far better understanding of financial expectations and time commitments than their 2014 counterparts. Consequently, chapters reported an increase in new member retention for 2015 classes.

The 2015 values-based recruitment policy empowers College Panhellenics to set very clear recruitment guidelines that eliminate skits and minimize decorations, putting the focus on positive conversations based on organizational values and the membership experience.

ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES

By Elizabeth Wright, Alpha Delta Pi, Adelphean Editor on behalf of NPC Recruitment Committee

For a number of years, the National Panhellenic Conference has reinforced the need for a values-based recruitment experience for collegiate members and potential new members. With resolutions in 1991 and 2003, NPC laid the groundwork for College Panhellenic recruitment processes that focus on conversation and the benefits of membership rather than “frills” and entertainment. At the annual meeting in October 2015, NPC took a step further with values-based recruitment legislation.

After a two-year study of recruitment practices on campuses of all sizes, the NPC Recruitment Committee proposed legislation that further clarifies how a values-based recruitment should be structured. “We spoke to many individuals who shape the Panhellenic recruitment process,” remarked Phyllis Davis, 2013-15 NPC Recruitment Committee chairman. She continued, “New members, sorority collegians, fraternity/sorority advisors and our leadership on local campuses all agreed — recruitment skits and frilly processes do not accurately reflect the true sorority experience.”

Three campuses were selected to share data and feedback as well as their implementation of values-based recruitment, including eliminating skits: the University of Georgia, the University of Illinois and the University of Tennessee. Each College Panhellenic took a unique approach. The University of Georgia produced a video to share with other College Panhellenics to assist them in addressing their fears and to reassure them that the effort was worth it in the end. This video was shown at an NPC board of directors meeting and as part of the area advisor training at the NPC annual meeting. A link to the video will be available this spring on the NPC website.

Case studies at the University of Illinois and University of Tennessee found that conversations — not skits — serve as the primary influence on potential new members as they make recruitment decisions. G. Andrew Hohn, associate director of fraternity and sorority affairs at the University of Illinois, reported that more than 90 percent of the university’s Panhellenic new members ranked personal conversations as a “very important element” in their decision-making process. That same survey revealed that only 20 percent indicated videos and skits as very important, and just over 10 percent chose decorations and songs.

Values-based recruitment (2015) All College Panhellenics and their member chapters shall incorporate the following policies into their membership recruitment programs: • Focus on conversations between chapter members and potential new members about organizational values and member organizations.

• Establish guidelines for membership recruitment budgets and set a cap on membership recruitment expenses, including the value of all donated goods and services.

• Keep decorations to a minimum and confined to the interior space used for recruitment rounds.

• Determine recruitment event attire for chapter members that reduces individual financial burden and eliminates costuming.

• Eliminate gifts, favors, letters and notes for potential new members.

•Eliminate recruitment skits.

“We are excited for the future of Panhellenic recruitment,” Davis noted. “In providing a framework for our chapters to focus on conversation and organizational values, we will be cultivating skills in our members that will extend beyond the sorority experience and into their leadership and professional development.”

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CHAPTER INSTALLATIONS

Chapter Installations

Kennesaw State University

Texas Tech University

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia Chapter: Kappa Alpha Re-Installation date: February 7, 2016

Location: Lubbock, Texas Chapter: Kappa Beta Installation date: February 21, 2016

The university: Kennesaw State University (KSU) is a public and coeducational university established in Kennesaw, Georgia. The university is home to approximately 33,000 students, offers 80 undergraduate and graduate degrees and was founded in 1963. KSU is home to 21 Greek organizations, with Alpha Xi Delta being the seventh Panhellenic organization to join campus.

The university: Texas Tech University is a public research university located in Lubbock, Texas. It is home to more than 35,000 students, offers degrees in more than 150 courses of study through 13 colleges and was established in 1923. Alpha Xi Delta was the twelfth Panhellenic organization to join campus in 2015.

Colony snapshot: Alpha Xi Delta successfully recruited colony members at Kennesaw State University (KSU) during the fall 2015 semester, making Alpha Xi Delta the 7th National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) organization on campus. Bid Day was celebrated on September 26, 2015. Colony members fully participated in Homecoming Week events just one week after Bid Day. Highlights of the week included taking home third place in the Lip Sync Competition, successfully taking part in the window painting competition and decorating a float for the homecoming parade.

For National Philanthropy Day, the colony sold Autism Speaks bracelets to the KSU community, raising more than $400 for Autism Speaks. Their first formal at The Greystone in Piedmont Park in Atlanta, Georgia, ended an exciting and fun-filled semester.

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Colony snapshot: Alpha Xi Delta became the 12th NPC group on campus at Texas Tech University in August of 2015. Bid Day was celebrated on September 6, 2015, where more than 120 new colony members were welcomed by visiting Sisters from around the region.

In just a few short months, the colony has become integrated into all facets of campus life. The women participated in Texas Tech homecoming activities and had a wonderful time pairing with other organizations. They held a meet-and-greet event at the Alpha Xi Delta lodge at the beginning of the semester in order to get to know members of the community.

In addition to building relationships with other fraternities and sororities on campus, the women have also hosted a Dad’s Day Luncheon as well as Parents’ Weekend activities in order to show their families how much Alpha Xi Delta means to them.

SUMMER PROGRAMS PREVIEW

Summer Programming Preview!

Alpha Xi Delta is proud to offer the following programming opportunities for our members this summer. See the fun of the summer programs on social media by following the hashtags below. > THE WORKOUT May 19-22 and June 2-5 in Bloomington, Indiana Follow along on social media with #AXiDTWO The Workout is a summer leadership experience that offers powerful training to provide collegiate members with all the tools, resources and ideas they need to make their chapter’s recruitment process unparalleled. Recruitment skills find their foundation in some basic life-skills that enable our members to be more successful in their chosen careers, in their interpersonal interactions and as leaders for their campuses and communities.

> VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE June 24-26 in Minneapolis, Minnesota Follow along on social media with #AXiDVLC

> THE FOUNDERS’ ACADEMY July 14-17 at the University of Maryland Follow along on social media with #AXiDTFA This comprehensive experience, designed for Chapter Presidents and emerging leaders, is centered on StrengthsQuest™ and will guide attendees in honoring who they are by focusing on what makes them amaXIng! Attendees will explore what makes them uniquely talented, how they can apply those talents to advance themselves both individually and within their leadership roles, and leave with a pride for both themselves and Alpha Xi Delta.

> SUMMER IMMERSION EXPERIENCE July 24-30 in Washington, D.C. Follow along on social media with #AXiDSI This program allows collegiate members to gain a deeper understanding of autism spectrum disorders by collaborating and developing connections with Autism Speaks while spending a week fully immersed in the four pillars of our partner’s mission: awareness, family services, advocacy and research.

Volunteer Leadership Conference allows attendees to spend a weekend getting to know Sisters serving in national volunteer roles, while using their ideas and talents to move forward the Fraternity’s strategic priorities that are set forth by National Council. alphaxidelta.org 11

THE ROAD TO RIO

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THE ROAD TO

BY JENNA LANZETTA, WESTERN MICHIGAN ‘12

Carrie Moore, Missouri Valley College ’94, is attending her second Olympic games as an athletic trainer for the United States Women’s Wrestling Team.

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In 2004, women’s freestyle wrestling made its debut at the Summer Olympic Games in Athens, Greece. This inclusion of women’s wrestling has helped in the growth and promotion of women’s wrestling at all levels, including the college level. Fast forward 12 years, and Carrie Moore stands ready to help the United States women’s wrestling team bring home some hardware at the 2016 games in Rio. Carrie has a long history of being involved in athletics and training. She graduated from Missouri Valley College in 1999 with a bachelor’s degree in biology and exercise science.

She went on to obtain her master’s degree from Lindenwood University in 2001 in athletic training administration, and this is where she first got involved in wrestling.

Going into the athletic training program, she did not have much of an understanding of the sport, but quickly found a niche for it. “I covered men’s wrestling during my graduate studies, and then worked with the wrestling team at the high school where I was working. I also met my husband, a former collegiate wrestler, there (at Lindenwood). I continued my involvement with the sport of wrestling at Missouri Valley College where I worked with the men’s and women’s wrestling teams for five years.”

Carrie then worked as an athletic training coach at a Missouri high school until 2004. She moved on to become the assistant athletic trainer and an instructor at Missouri Valley College and

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worked for five years helping to train the women’s volleyball, men’s wrestling and softball teams. Currently, she is the head athletic trainer for the men’s basketball team and an instructor in the athletic training program at Lindenwood University.

Moore has also been active providing medical coverage for USA Wrestling events both nationally and internationally since 2007.

With such an impressive resume, is it any wonder she was nominated to be an athletic trainer for the USA Women’s Wrestling Team at the Rio Olympics? But, this won’t be Carrie’s first trip to the games. She was previously selected by USA Wrestling and the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) to represent Team USA as the head athletic trainer for the women’s wrestling team at the 2012 London Olympic Games. Carrie recalls the first time she was contacted by the USOC: “It felt like a dream.

I didn’t accept it for a while. I had just had my first child and the emotions were flowing. So yes, I cried tears of joy like a baby.”

Carrie cherishes all of her memories of the London Olympics, but remembers a few special moments that will always stand out.

“I actually had enough guts to have a conversation with LeBron James, I was able to see the Eiffel Tower with the team, and [I loved] when Clarissa Chun won the bronze medal.”

Carrie enjoys being an athletic trainer because of the people involved, and she knows what the job requires. “I know to act fast and what my job is as an athletic trainer, and I love the passion of being an athlete. I have to say this because I’m told this often, but

I have a little too much energy. I guess people like that.” Carrie

“All of the athletes and coaches from past to present typically works with the athletes through two workouts a day and have been a wonderful gift to me. They make the long days, makes it a priority to be readily available. road trips, the time away from my family all worth it. The

When asked what it is like to work in a sport that is typically athletes are a major contribution to my success as an athletic male dominated, Carrie said that it felt courageous. “I’m very trainer,” said Carrie. proud to work alongside these female athletes when I can. I

In addition to the support she receives from the athletes and think I’m a bit stubborn when it comes to accepting that wrestling coaches, Carrie credits the lifelong friendships and support she is just a male sport. I want to help change the concept of just has received because of her membership in Alpha Xi Delta. “I males being the face have had great support of wrestling.” over the years from

Leading up to this many of the ladies of

“I think I’m a bit stubborn when it year’s Olympics, Carrie the Beta Omicron

comes to accepting that wrestling plans on spending her Chapter. It humbles time becoming more me to know that they

is just a male sport. I want to help involved with the team are proud of me.” change the concept of just males being the by participating in

Carrie is looking summer events. Her forward to the face of wrestling.” goals are to continue opportunity to represent improving upon new her country and family techniques and procedures so that as many athletes as in this year’s Olympics, and cannot wait to see how the women’s possible can benefit from her care. Carrie and the team will wrestling team will perform. “I am very confident that we will arrive in Rio before the Olympics begin, but will depart as bring home some hardware!” soon as they are finished competing. They typically have an

The 2016 Summer Olympics will be held in Rio de Janeiro, acclimation camp at another destination and will return to Brazil, from August 5 to 21, 2016. the site for the actual competition.

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By Jenna Lanzetta, Western Michigan ‘12

SUMMER LEE JENKINS, Western Carolina ‘07 The first Executive Director of the Corner Table in Newton, North Carolina

Six years ago, Summer Jenkins stopped by a local food kitchen to donate cans, unaware of the nonprofit’s full operation and mission, she simply wanted to contribute to her local community. Today Summer is entering her third year as The Corner Table’s first executive director and is working hard to create a positive, uplifting experience for all who enter their doors.

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organizing fundraising events to benefit local organizations, or volunteering at the local soup kitchen to serve guests or clean.

Providing a service to a community can really open your eyes. I knew by my senior year in college that my goal career would be a position within a nonprofit organization. I had the opportunity to do an internship with Make-A-Wish® Central and Western North Carolina, which then developed into a full-time position. I owe a lot of the knowledge and skills I learned to my four years there. Make-A-Wish® taught me the importance of impact and how easily you can provide hope to others.

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did you become involved with The Q: How Corner Table?

SJ:

We take pride in creating a positive and humble atmosphere for our guests.

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Can you give us some information on your education and background? Have you always wanted to work for a nonprofit?

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I became involved in philanthropy in high school by fundraising for different causes. I always had an interest for the nonprofit world, but it became more of a passion during my college years. I attended Western Carolina University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in business administration with a concentration in marketing.

It wasn’t until joining Alpha Xi Delta my sophomore year that I really had the opportunity to use my skills and passion for a greater cause. I learned early on as a Sister the impact philanthropy could have on a community and/or cause.

Throughout my college years, I really enjoyed working and helping out the community. Whether it be taking books to local schools, reading or making arts and crafts with local children,

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My first encounter with the The Corner Table was six years ago when I brought food supplies to donate.

I wasn’t fully aware of the operation at the time, but I knew several of the regular volunteers who were so passionate about the mission. I had the opportunity to tag along one day to volunteer and I absolutely fell in love. Being such a positive impact in our community, The Corner Table has held a special place in my heart.

your facility do anything special or Q: Does different than the normal soup kitchen?

SJ:

At The Corner Table we operate like a restaurant.

Our guests are invited in by a greeter (hostess). As they come in they do not go through a traditional cafeteria line like most kitchens, they have a seat. Around 5 minutes before we serve, we do announcements, birthdays (anyone that has a birthday is given a cake/candle and everyone sings to them), prayer requests and praises, and then the blessing is said before the meal is served. Once the blessing is said, volunteers assigned to each section of tables bring out food to the guests in their area. Servers make sure the guests know what the menu is for the day, and then retrieve the food from the kitchen. Our guests are allowed to eat however much they want, but all seconds are brought by the volunteers. The only time the guests have to get up is when they are ready to leave.

We take pride in creating a positive and humble atmosphere for our guests. We try to keep music playing for our guests and volunteers. It is a very positive and uplifting experience for all who enter our doors.

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How did you become the first executive director of The Corner Table?

SJ:

Once I became a full-time employee with Make-AWish® in Charlotte, I wasn’t involved as much with local organizations in my community. I honestly wouldn’t have known they were looking for an executive director (ED) if a friend wouldn’t have sent me a text from my hometown asking if I had an interest in ever being an ED. As a goal-oriented person, being an ED was a dream. Of course I said, “yes!” When they told me The Corner Table was seeking its first ED, I just knew I had to jump at the opportunity. The Corner Table was growing and the board decided they needed a director to handle all of the day to day operations and business matters. At the time, they were handling everything from a volunteer basis.

This June will mark my third year as the executive director, and I am thankful every day for the opportunity.

many people do you feed on an average Q: How day? How many did you feed in 2015?

SJ:

The Corner Table serves an average of 144 guests a day, and 215 servings per day. We serve as many as 215+ on a busy day. Our numbers are higher during the summer months and days that children are out of school. In 2015, the most guests served in one day were 300. We served a total of 52,545 meals in 2015, and handed out 7,045 to-go-bags to cover another meal over the weekend.

sort of fundraisers do you do in order to Q: What keep the restaurant open?

SJ:

Fundraising is crucial to our operations. Our largest fundraiser is our Feed The Flock Gala, held the first Friday of June each year. Funding is received via sponsorships, ticket sales, donations, silent auction and raffle purchases.

This event attracts more than 250 community leaders and philanthropists. Guests of the event enjoy delicious food, music and dancing.

We hold a Cruisin’ Diner in August and encourage local patrons to dine at our table during the Old Car Show (City Event: Soldiers Reunion) to raise money for our mission. It is the one day out of the year we open and serve a meal at charge.

It is held on a Sunday in August each year.

We also host a Parade Of Cans campaign during the same week in August. This is our annual food drive to spark interest between area churches, businesses, etc. to compete for collecting the most canned items. During the summer months our in-kind donations of dry goods slows down, so this campaign helps to restock our shelves. At the end of the

campaign, the organization that collected the most food, will receive the “Canned” Trophy and recognition on our website, social media and local newspapers. More than 4,000 pounds of food are collected.

During the month of October we partner with another local ministry to fundraise for The Hunger Walk. Funding is received via donations by walkers, churches, businesses, etc. It is a community event to raise awareness and funding to eradicate hunger.

Starting in September of each year, we start taking preorders for our homemade candy tins. Tins include four homemade candies including peanut butter balls, crackle, peppermint bark and chocolate fudge. At the first of December our staff, board and volunteers come together to make candy fo more than 840 tins ordered by local businesses and individuals. A lot of these tins are purchased as gifts and are usually sent across the United States.

Q:

Can you share a favorite memory or moment working at The Corner Stone?

SJ:

There are so many memories and moments that I don’t think I have a favorite. I will say that my favorite things overall are hearing how our program has helped guests overcome situations, and how we have played a positive part in their life when they were going through some of their darkest times.

Q: Do you utilize volunteers? How many?

SJ:

We could not operate without volunteers. We utilize an average of 20 volunteers a day to cook, serve, clean, and assist with pick-ups and deliveries. Our volunteers consist of individuals, schools, churches, businesses, camps, organizations, etc. In 2015, we had more than 300 volunteers contribute more than15,000 hours.

did Alpha Xi Delta inspire you to be Q: How a leader?

SJ:

Alpha Xi Delta gave me some of my first opportunities to become a leader. From the time I was initiated until the semester I graduated, I served on the Executive Board as Recording Secretary and then Financial Vice President. I also served as Social Chair, T-shirt Chair and assisted with philanthropy and recruitment. I stayed so involved with the sorority it was almost like working a full time job. I made my commitment to Alpha Xi and my education a priority. I really feel it helped shape me into the person I am today.

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TALES FROM THE ROAD

Tales From the Road IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN THE FRESHNESS OF ITS PRODUCTS, BRAUM’S DOES NOT OPEN STORES OUTSIDE OF A 300MILE RADIUS OF THE HOME FARM IN TUTTLE, OKLAHOMA.

Elle Thomas // Wisconsin-Eau Claire ’12

THE GATEWAY ARCH IS A 630-FOOT MONUMENT IN ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI. THE PIKE PLACE STARBUCKS STORE IS THE FIRST STARBUCKS STORE, ESTABLISHED IN 1971 IN DOWNTOWN SEATTLE, WASHINGTON.

As an Educational Leadership Consultant (ELC), I have had the opportunity to visit 16 Alpha Xi Delta chapters thus far! It has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.

I have also had the opportunity to try many local delicacies across the country, but few things beat Braum’s ice cream in Stillwater, Oklahoma (home to our chapter at Oklahoma State University).

SIX MONTH CHECK-IN

UNEXPECTED GIFTS

The many laughs exchanged, the smiles shared and the cups of coffee consumed over the course of the last six months have made the many miles worthwhile. I have enjoyed meeting and fostering relationships with Sisters all across the country. During consultations with officers, we often brainstorm ways to improve an event to become more efficient and helping Sisters become more confident in their positions. I find it extremely rewarding to be actively helping our Sisters and chapters succeed.

The most unexpected gifts from this job are the friendships I have formed with my travel team (TT) Sisters. Initially when I became an ELC, I was apprehensive because I did not know how the team dynamics would play out. Would we get along?

Fortunately, we have become inseparable. Our Sisterhood of the traveling suitcases is spread across the entire country; luckily, we talk daily via GroupMe app, Skype and over the phone so we never feel alone. During training, we learned about our own personal strengths along with the strengths of our team members. This was one of the best days of training because we learned how each of us can work individually and together to reach our common goals. The bond I originally found within my own chapter has been matched and continues to grow with my TT Sisters, which is a true testament to Alpha Xi Delta’s Sisterhood!

THE HIGHLIGHTS On my journey, I have seen the Boston Harbor, the Gateway Arch, the first Starbucks store, Daytona Beach, Appalachian Mountains, Chicago’s Lincoln Park, and many more. Trains, buses, cars and planes have taken me to sixteen chapters, Autism Speaks Walk events and colonization recruitments.

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Marissa Gwynn // Boise State ’11

EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP CONSULTANTS ANNA LOOD (LEFT) AND MARISSA AT KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY’S BID DAY.

I received my first schedule as an Educational Leadership Consultant in July 2015. I was ecstatic to learn I had the opportunity to help colonize the Kappa Alpha Chapter at Kennesaw State University.

Upon receiving the exciting news that I would be stationed in Kennesaw, Georgia, I knew I had a lot of work ahead of me. What I didn’t know is how much this experience would truly be something I would never forget.

COLONIZATION PROCESS The colonization process brought me closer to Alpha Xi Delta by showing me that membership in this wonderful organization truly does last a lifetime. What many people don’t completely realize about a colonization, is that during the recruitment process you are selling the idea of what that particular colony will be in the future. There are no members to tell you all of the exciting things that have happened in the past or specific events that are planned for the future. As ELCs, Anna and I were the only thing these potential new members knew about Alpha Xi Delta. It was our responsibility to paint a picture for these women of what they could expect from the colony experience.

Some of the women in the colony originally told us that the

KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY IS ROUGHLY 20 MILES NORTH OF ATLANTA AND ENROLLS MORE THAN 32,000 STUDENTS.

sorority experience was not for them, only just a few short weeks later did they find out Alpha Xi Delta was everything they didn’t know they needed.

CONFIDENT WOMEN Alpha Xi Delta gives women a sense of belonging, shows them the true meaning of friendship and helps build stronger, more confident leaders. I spent five months getting to know a group of 115 women who will forever hold a special place in my heart.

Since I was stationed for an extended period of time, I got to know these women on a personal level and became a constant in their lives as they learned to navigate their new life as sorority women.

The colony women never failed to make me feel special when they expressed their gratitude for all of the guidance and help they received. I have been lucky enough to see the amount of passion and love one of our newest chapters has for Alpha Xi Delta, which makes me so proud to be a member of this wonderful organization that inspires women to realize their potential.

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CharlotteTHE TAKING West: REINS A pioneer in women’s athletics Photo Credit: Texas Tech Athletics

TAKING THE

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By Jenna Lanzetta, Western Michigan ‘12

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RACHEL MCLELLAND, TEXAS TECH ’16, IS THE 54TH STUDENT TO PROUDLY WEAR THE BLACK MASK AND SCARLET CAPE AS TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY’S MASKED RIDER. When Rachel McLelland attended her first home football game her freshman year at Texas Tech, she had no idea it would change the scope of her college career.

“I saw the Masked Rider lead the team out, and I knew it was something I wanted to do. I remember looking at my friend who was with me and saying, ‘I’m going to do that’,” said Rachel.

The Masked Rider is the official mascot of Texas Tech University and is the most recognizable symbol of Tech. The most well-known function of the Masked Rider program is riding Fearless Champion, the Masked Rider’s horse, on the football field while leading the team out at the beginning of each home game.

“To the Texas Tech community, the Masked Rider is very special as it is a symbol of tradition and pride, elegance, and mystery,” said Rachel. “It holds a special place in the hearts of most Texas Tech students, fans and alumni.”

Rachel began horseback riding at three years old when her parents got her a pony. She started showing in hunter/jumper discipline and ended her earlier career doing Grand Prix jumping events. Since her time at Tech, Rachel has taken a break from showing. “For me, showing horses is my sport just as some people play football or basketball,” Rachel commented.

During the 2014-2015 season, Rachel was selected as an assistant for the 53rd rider, Mackenzie White. Knowing that she wanted to try out for the Masked Rider, the assistant position gave Rachel a great look into the time commitment of the role and allowed her to get more involved with the program by traveling to Tech events. When it came time to apply for the 2016-2017 season, Rachel felt prepared for the extensive application process.

“It starts with a general application where the program checks to make sure you are a student in good standing with the university with the appropriate GPA. A written test follows that asks questions concerning general horse knowledge such as questions about horse health, diseases, care, tack, etc. After passing the written test, the applicant must submit recommendation letters and write an essay based on 10 questions, concerning character, ambitions, history and future plans. If an applicant is still in the running after the first three portions of the application process, then there are horsemanship and vehicle driving tests.

The applicants are judged on how well they ride Fearless Champion, how well they hook up the gooseneck horse trailer, driving skills and backing skills with the horse trailer. The applicants who pass everything up to this point are then interviewed by the Masked Rider Advisory Committee, who then

makes the final decision as to who will be the next Masked Rider,” said Rachel.

As the Masked Rider, Rachel attends all home football games, along with other Tech sporting events for men’s and women’s basketball, volleyball, softball, baseball and tennis. She has appeared at other events such as golf tournaments, local elementary and middle school events, birthday parties, weddings, charity events, rodeos and much more.

“I didn’t realize the impact I could make as the Masked Rider until I showed up at each event. The football games are very special as that is where the tradition started and there is nothing like running in front of 60,000 cheering Tech fans. We were also able to run at an alumni golf tournament in Tyler, Texas, we appeared at a children’s hospital in Dallas, we opened for a horse show in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and we were able to attend events where we could support our school, our community and our alumni. Because of the people I had the pleasure of meeting, especially the children, all events were exceptional and I have fond memories of each one,” Rachel said.

On game days, Rachel typically starts getting ready around 7:00 a.m. by riding Fearless Champion so that he can relax. She noted that he knows when game days are and gets very excited, so they try to keep him as calm and relaxed as possible. Later in the morning, her assistants show up to help with cleaning the truck, trailer, saddle and bridling Fearless. They get to the stadium about two hours before kickoff to take pictures, sign autographs and interact with fans. They then move onto the football field about 30 minutes prior to kickoff.

“The anticipation before the run is intense, but it makes the run all the more exciting! The music starts, the fans are screaming and chanting, the smoke starts bellowing and then we run. We stand on the sidelines for the duration of the game, running through the end zone after touchdowns, meeting fans who are on the field, or that have lower seats, and cheering on the team,” Rachel said.

Rachel’s term as the Masked Rider ends this year, and she plans to apply to Texas Tech Medical School next year. She is looking forward to getting more involved with Alpha Xi Delta as she gains more free time this fall and hopes to run for an officer position.

To learn more about the Masked Rider program at Texas Tech University, visit ttu.edu.

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BEHIND THE MOVEMENT From left to right: Julie Gelb, Jackie Reilly and Caroline Heres, the founders of Girl Code Movement.

BEHIND THE

Movement

By Jenna Lanzetta, Western Michigan ‘12

THREE ALPHA XI DELTAS AT SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY ARE CHANGING THE CONVERSATION ABOUT SEXUAL ASSAULT.

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“Being an empowered bystander is one way to begin to change the numbers. It could mean positively impacting the course of someone’s life. Unfortunately, sexual assault and rape can and does happen. Fortunately, every individual has the capability to change the statistics if they just step in.” - Jackie Reilly, Syracuse ’13 Staggering numbers continue to be reported in regards to sexual assault and specifically, on college campuses. Unfortunately, Alpha Xi Deltas are not immune.

Jackie Reilly, Syracuse ’13, was sexually assaulted at the beginning of her sophomore year and it was not long before she learned of other Sisters who had experienced the same. Caroline Heres, Syracuse ’13, shared her story with Jackie and the two discussed how college students lacked education on sexual assault.

“I almost had this hyperawareness that any time I was out in a social situation I would see girls having too much to drink.

Instead of someone stepping in and helping them, they would be left alone. It could happen in a bar or at a formal. No one was looking out for each other,” Jackie said.

While they knew Syracuse University had many resources for sexual assault, Julie and Caroline still felt students lacked the education on sexual assault statistics and intervention, and something needed to be done.

It was after having this realization, Jackie, Caroline and a third Alpha Xi Delta Sister, public relations major Julie Gelb, Syracuse ’13, founded Girl Code Movement.

“We wanted a code between us women that no matter who you are, you deserve to be safe and you deserve for someone to take care of you,” Jackie said.

Girl Code Movement has two goals. The first goal is to raise awareness and educate people about sexual assault. The second goal is to teach people how to become empowered bystanders who can stop a rape from happening by simply identifying an at-risk person and taking action. Jackie believes that incorporating the two aspects of Girl Code Movement will lead to a safer campus.

“When they see something that they don’t think is right, now that they have the awareness that sexual assault is a problem, they can intervene. Whether that means taking a friend or Sister home, stepping in if you have witnessed someone placing something in another person’s drink or even just asking someone if they are okay,” Jackie said.

There is a perception that Girl Code Movement is only for women, but within the last year and a half they have included men in their conversation. Jackie believes that in order to end sexual assault you need both parties.

“We have been really lucky to have been invited into certain fraternities on campus to speak about the Girl Code Movement. We did not expect to receive positive feedback because this is a difficult conversation to have, but both men and women have been really receptive to it and have participated,” said Jackie.

Girl Code Movement started with this simple idea of bystander intervention, and has grown into something that is making a big impact among college students. While Girl Code is not a registered student organization at Syracuse, it still has amassed a large following because of a partnership with the Panhellenic community, a strong social media presence and several news features in publications and websites such as Marie Claire, Huffington Post, BuzzFeed and much more.

“My Alpha Xi Delta Sisters are always the first people to like anything that Girl Code Movement publishes on social media, and that support has been a huge and special part of Girl Code Movement. I say this all of the time, but I would have transferred or dropped out of college if I did not have Girl Code Movement and Alpha Xi Delta to support me through what I went through,” said Jackie.

Jackie feels having these kinds of special friendships are an essential part of the survivor process. She wants all survivors of sexual assault to know they are not alone, even though they may feel that way. She encourages Sisters to utilize resources on college campuses and in their local communities.

Jackie is a senior and graduating this spring, but plans to be a resource for Girl Code Movement after graduation. She hopes Girl Code continues to flourish at Syracuse.

“Being an empowered bystander is one way to begin to change the numbers. It could mean positively impacting the course of someone’s life. Unfortunately, sexual assault and rape can and does happen. Fortunately, every individual has the capability to change the statistics if they just step in.”

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THE WOMAN WHO STOPPED LAUGHING

THE WOMAN WHO STOPPED Laughing

By Aaron Boe, Founder of Prevention Culture

I was checking into my hotel after speaking to a large group of students on relationships and preventing sexual assault. The woman checking me in was friendly and asked what I was in town for. I often struggle to give a short answer to the question of what I do, because I tend to assume people will think I just tell awful stories if I say that I speak on preventing sexual assault and abusive relationships. So even though people were waiting behind me, once I gave the short version I had to try to explain a little more.

I continued to explain that I like to approach these serious issues from a more positive angle, talking about healthy relationships and recognizing warning signs of unhealthy or abusive relationships because most abuse in relationships is not obvious physical violence, such as hitting. As she was pecking away at her computer and people were lining up behind me, I continued, “What a lot of people don’t think about are signs like, controlling behaviors, verbal cruelty and emotional manipulation.”

She looked up at me. She’d been listening the whole time. As she worked at getting my room key into its folder she said, “Yes, a lot of people don’t realize that. Like, I have a friend who stopped laughing.”

She had my attention. I had to hear the story. Her friend had stopped laughing?

Unconcerned that another person had joined the line behind me, she explained, “She had this distinct kind of laugh—really unique. And anytime she would laugh her boyfriend would make fun of her for it, in a critical way that made her feel selfconscious. It’s like he was always implying that it was unattractive or made her sound dumb. He never hit her or was physically violent, but after a while, to avoid the criticism, she just stopped laughing.”

As I often say, the label is not the point. We often don’t need to debate whether or not a relationship should be labeled as “abusive” in order to acknowledge that it’s not right. Would

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anyone want their sister, brother, or friend to be in a relationship in which they can’t even laugh without fear of being criticized and belittled?

This example, of course, is just one illustration of how physical violence should not be the standard for determining that a relationship is not good. Some people can tend to look for the wrong signs in order to determine if a relationship is unhealthy or abusive. People say things like, “Well, I don’t think he would ever hit her” Or, “I don’t think there’s any physical violence going on…” which are really just ways of trying to make themselves feel better about what they know is not a healthy, respectful relationship that their friend is in.

In their own relationships, people have strong positive feelings for a person who treated them well at the beginning, and still might much of the time, so they can tend to try to make their relationship seem better than it is by comparing it to something much worse, such as one that involves obvious physical violence.

Being belittled, demeaned, or controlled doesn’t have to leave physical bruises in order for it to be wrong.

AARON BOE is the founder of Prevention Culture and is a national speaker and consultant on preventing non-stranger sexual misconduct and relational aggression, equipping students for healthier relationships, and engaging fraternity men, athletes and other male students to understand why and how they are needed as leaders on these issues.

Aaron’s programs reach more than 100,000 fraternity and sorority members each year. For more information, visit preventionculture.com or aaronboe.com.

Support and Resources CAMPUS RESOURCES Visit your university’s website for more information about counseling, psychological services and advocate groups.

LAW ENFORCEMENT If you choose to report sexual assault to law enforcement, contact your local or campus police. As always, if you are ever in immediate danger, dial 911.

RAPE, ABUSE AND INCEST NATIONAL NETWORK (RAINN) Help is available 24/7 through the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800.656.HOPE and at rainn.org.

FIVE KEY CONCEPTS:

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Hitting cannot be the only criteria for a bad relationship. Verbal cruelty and emotional manipulation are wrong. The emotional harm of verbal and emotional cruelty can be as serious as that which is experienced from physical violence.

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An abusive act is always the fault of the person who does it. No matter how jealous or angry that person was, a non-abusive way to express themselves was always available.

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In addition to feeling you are “in-love,” also consider whether or not you’re “in-respect.” Do you truly respect who this person is and how they interact with others?

Does this person behave in a way (even when angry) that shows they are in-respect with you? Words are easy to say, but behavior reveals much more.

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A person who is in an unhealthy or abusive relationship needs support, not judgment. Judging them for being in a bad relationship is taking the easy way out, and it’s not helpful.

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If a person is in a relationship with a person who has threatened harm, been physically violent, or who has the potential to be, it is very important to talk with a professional on campus or online about how to get out of that relationship safely. Text LOVEIS to 22522, or go to loveisrespect.org. Seek help at your local counseling center for yourself or a friend. Explain why you are asking so they realize the urgency of it.

ALLONE HEALTH Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity has partnered with AllOne Health to provide Talk One-2-One, a confidential counseling service provider, to its collegiate members. Call 877.720.7770 to speak confidentially with a trained professional.

PREVENTION CULTURE PreventionCulture.com LOVEISRESPECT www.loveisrespect.org, Text LOVEIS to 22522 or call 1.866.331.9474 NATIONAL SEXUAL VIOLENCE RESOURCE CENTER The NSVRC’s Mission is to provide leadership in preventing and responding to sexual violence through collaboration, sharing and creating resources and promoting research. Visit nsvrc.org for more information.

A chapter culture that strongly promotes that women deserve a basic level of respect at all times empowers people. A standard among your circle of friends and sisters that expects respect, regardless of the situation, will embolden the women around you and make a difference that can be life-changing.

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS FACILITATOR

CONVERSATIONS

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By Megan Mackie Deal, UNC-Wilmington ‘08

“Alright ladies, let’s get started!” These are words I had spoken time and time before.

But this time, it was different. The material I would be presenting as a Courageous Conversations Facilitator was like nothing I had ever done before. I knew I wasn’t an expert, but the material I would cover over the next few hours would impact these women forever.

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Let’s rewind a few months. In the summer of 2015, I, along with the other Courageous Conversations Facilitators and Fraternity staff, visited Indianapolis, Indiana, to become trained in a new program. I wasn’t quite sure the direction this new program would be taking, but I knew the general concept was something our undergraduate Sisters needed. Initially, I was quite nervous. How was a 3rd grade teacher going to educate women about safe partying and sexual assault?

We started the day by meeting with Aaron Boe, who assisted Alpha Xi Delta with creating the curriculum content of the Courageous Conversations program, and sitting through the actual program we would soon be presenting. Aaron made the material easy to understand and gave us tips to use for our own presentations. It was then that we all fully understood the impact this program would have, and how it would fill a gap in the education and programming for our collegiate members.

Once I returned home, I reviewed the material over and over, making sure that I would make the right connections and correctly present the many metaphors in the program. I would continue to Skype with other Facilitators and Fraternity staff as we got closer to putting the program into motion. It was at National Convention that the program was formally announced and excitement began to mount as we started thinking about our first visits.

Now, fast-forward two months. It was time for my first program. I had done everything I could to prepare — got a fancy, bound facilitation guide, made copies of the materials and confirmed my visit. I was off to my home chapter, Zeta Chi, at the University of North Carolina Wilmington to do my first Courageous Conversations Program! It was during this first program I truly realized and understood how needed this program was and the void it would fill.

Courageous Conversations covers a variety of topics.

It begins with talking about self-worth and having high expectations of you as a woman. Personally, this is my favorite part of the program. While leading this conversation you can literally see “light-bulb” moments happening around the room. It’s at this point you know this program is making an impact. From there, the program talks about social situations and expectations, and how to be in control of your social environment - the goal being to protect yourself and others, and how to confront a difficult situation while you are out with your Sisters. The program wraps up by talking about how to be a supportive Sister to somebody who has experienced sexual assault or harassment. We provided resources and helpful

“I am so proud to be a part of an organization that cares so much about its members and makes sure we are safe and healthy in the many different aspects of our lives.” “do’s” and “do not’s” so Sisters felt empowered to ask for help and to help each other.

My first visit was over, and I found a new appreciation for the program and what it did for our Sisters. I loved that the program was titled Courageous Conversations because the chapter - what they needed and wanted to talk about guided the program. We were truly there to just facilitate this conversation, and to provide resources and new ways of thinking. I loved that the material wasn’t presented in a way that told women what they were doing was wrong, but rather encouraging them to make smart decisions. I drove home saying to myself, “What a truly great program.”

Over the next few months, I visited the Gamma Phi Chapter at East Carolina University, the Iota Iota Chapter at Greensboro College and the Theta Nu Chapter at Elon University. The Courageous Conversations program continued to surprise me. Each chapter made this program their own by leading their own conversations. Individual chapters seemed to focus their conversation on what areas they personally needed to work on or address. It was great to see this program tailor itself to the needs of individual chapters.

Each visit was new and exciting, and those “light-bulb” moments continued to happen over and over again.

Once my visits concluded, I was so excited to share my experience and what I learned with Fraternity staff.

This program seemed to touch everyone in a different way and leave a different impact on each chapter.

I continue to reflect and look forward to the next steps of the Courageous Conversations program. I am so grateful I was able to facilitate these conversations for so many women and am thankful for their openness and honesty with me.

Alpha Xi Delta continues to surprise me with its care and compassion for its members. The Courageous Conversations program is one way our beloved Alpha Xi Delta is putting its members first. I am so proud to be a part of an organization that cares so much about its members and makes sure we are safe and healthy in the many different aspects of our lives.

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A CLEAR VISION OF LIFE

WHAT WE’VE LEARNED IN A YEAR It’s been one year since Alpha Xi Delta has launched A Clear Vision of Life: The Wellbeing Program (ACVoL). We asked our Wellbeing Coordinators, the Sisters who volunteer their time to create wellbeing challenges, to share the most poignant thing they have learned since they began focusing on their own wellbeing. Like you, these Sisters have families, jobs, pets, hobbies and a love of Alpha Xi Delta.

“Speak up! Remember that your opinions are valuable, too--don’t be afraid to rock the boat with new views and ideas. You’ll get a confidence boost, and you’ll be seen as a leader who brings unmatched value to the team.” -Mary Lu Adams, Bethany ’06, Purpose Wellbeing Coordinator “Through my experience working with Sisters on ACVoL, I have become so much more aware of my own overall wellbeing. My research related to sleep has helped me improve my own sleep quality. And, my research on fitness gave me opportunities to make connections in my community, and work with Sisters to achieve my fitness goals. So far, I am learning a lot and having a lot of fun along the way.” -Sarah Shinn, Eastern Michigan ’97, Physical Wellbeing Coordinator

“In addition to the challenges that are rolled out quarterly, there’s a wonderful Community Wellbeing experience happening behind-thescenes that our alumnae may not realize. The ACVoL Coordinators participate in monthly conference calls, exchange emails, and work together to brainstorm and share ideas as we develop the quarterly challenges. It has been so rewarding to work with such an inspiring group of women!”

-Sarah Farwell, Southern Maine ’02, Community Wellbeing Coordinator “One of the ways that creating Social Wellbeing Challenges has positively affected me is that I’m simply more cognizant of needing social interaction in my life. My job is very social by nature, so sometimes the introvert in me just wants to go home to my cat at the end of the day – and sometimes that’s ok! But being aware of my need for non-work social interaction, I sometimes push myself to go out on Friday night knowing that I’ll spend Saturday at home. Intentionally pursuing friendships and social interactions have allowed me to become a healthier social person.” -Beth Bouchard, Bucknell ’13, Social Wellbeing Coordinator

ABOUT THE PROGRAM “The biggest tip I plan to implement is utilizing the Lifehacker website to determine the best time to buy big-ticket items. This year, my husband and I are hoping to move to a new home which will include lots of expenses, including buying new furniture.

Using the Lifehacker website will help us strategize when the best time of year is to buy some new furniture while also saving money!” -Lauren Berger, New Hampshire ’06, Financial Wellbeing Coordinator

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A Clear Vision of Life: The Wellbeing Program is built to engage you, Alpha Xi Delta alumnae, and encourage your personal development. Based on the book, Wellbeing: The Five Essential Elements by Tom Rath and Jim Harter, you are encouraged to review “Challenges” related to each of the five elements of wellbeing: Purpose, Community, Financial, Physical and Social.

Challenges are posted in Exclusively Xi’s Resource Center.

Visit alphaxidelta.org for more information.

Paige Bushart (front row, third from right) and members of the Atlanta North Metro Alumnae Association showcasing the books they used for the Financial Wellbeing Challenge.

ALUMNAE ASSOCIATION SPOTLIGHT: A CLEAR VISION OF LIFE EDITION Sometimes there is a moment of brilliance that comes when Sisters are inspired. A moment that is just so bright we have to share in hopes that others will take the idea and use it in their own way, in their own town and in their own Sisterhood circles.

The Atlanta North Metro Alumnae Association has been utilizing A Clear Vision of Life: The Wellbeing Program (ACVoL) to enhance their programmatic opportunities for members and interested Sisters. They organize an event around one of the Challenges provided by the Fraternity’s Wellbeing Team and adapt it to have influence on their membership.

Challenges are released every other month in February, April, June, August, October and December.

Paige Bushart, Atlanta North Metro Alumnae Association President, describes how they incorporated a Challenge into their Association’s programming: “For our first Challenge, we invited a financial planner to come and speak to us on the promoted book The Automatic Millionaire [Financial Wellbeing Challenge launched in August 2015: The Automatic Millionaire: Virtual Book Club].

We arranged for her to get a copy of the book and a copy of the questions outlined in the Fraternity’s Challenge. We also bought a few copies of the book, as well as the Wellbeing: The Five Essential Elements book to give away as prizes for those who answered key questions. This was a great topic and a big hit with the group. We found many of us have the same struggle with our financial planning.”

Has your alumnae association or group of Sisters been participating in ACVoL challenges? If so, we’d love to hear about your experiences! Haven’t even thought about doing Challenges as a group? That’s ok! Each Challenge has recommendations on how to make it applicable for a group —all you have to do is get Sisters together and make it happen.

Who doesn’t love an excuse to be with fellow Alpha Xi Deltas?

Now you have five options every other month to encourage you to do just that—get together and have some fun all the while increasing your levels of wellbeing. Challenge information can be found by visiting Exclusively Xi or alphaxidelta.org.

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AmaXIng Challenge Rockstars

SONOMA STATE Tell us about your event.

Our AmaXing Challenge event occurs over the course of three days. The first day is our Autism Educational. This past year we had representatives from Autism Speaks and two men who are directly affected by autism. We invited members of our campus and surrounding community to attend the free event to learn about autism and how to break the stigmas surrounding it, as well as what it’s like to be directly affected.

The second day is our 5k Step It Up Walk at our campus’ track and field. The theme was glow/neon, and we invited everyone from the campus and surrounding communities to attend. This event cost $12 and all proceeds went to Autism Speaks. We had a DJ, decorations and field games to stay moving and busy for a great cause.

The third and last day is our Banquet where we present our grand total of funds raised for Autism Speaks. There was a silent auction, drawings, and we sold Alpha Xi Delta and Autism Speaks items to raise money. This past year, we raised more than $25,000!

We were so proud to present the number to our family, friends and community members who were rooting us on non-stop.

What contributed to the success of your event?

To be honest, our AmaXing Challenge was a collective effort. It would not have been so successful without our Sisterhood working together, the supportive atmosphere of Autism Speaks, our chapter advisors, campus staff and faculty, community donations and the support from our family and friends. Having a wonderful and determined committee helped tremendously.

How did you make the event unique to your chapter?

We believe having the Educational is critical to the spreading awareness factor. Every year we also attend the San Diego Autism Speaks Walk as an entire chapter. We chose to do this prior to our

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own AmaXing Challenge, and it gets our women excited to come back and host our own event because we are doing hands-on volunteer work with families who are directly affected by autism. The fact that our AmaXing Challenge is a multiple-day process that usually stretches across a week is unique.

What was your favorite moment from the event?

Being able to say we raised $25,000 was definitely one of our favorite moments. Learning even more about the current autism statistics and being able to hear from the two men affected by autism was phenomenal. We are glad we had such a great turnout for the Educational in particular because we informed the community where the funds raised were going and what progress still needs to be made.

Why does your chapter feel raising funds for Autism Speaks is important?

Even if we didn’t initially join Alpha Xi Delta for the philanthropy, the partnership with Autism Speaks is something we have grown to love and take huge pride in. AmaXing Challenge is one of the craziest events of the year, but it makes us realize the good we’re doing for people. We know how important it is to keep going, raising awareness and funds. Autism is so prevalent in society, and we want to contribute to the science, people and organizations that commit to figuring it out. Autism Speaks, Alpha Xi Delta most definitely listens.

What tips do you have for other chapters who are planning their next philanthropy event?

Get started early. Procrastination is not your friend when planning a large-scale fundraising event. Know who to talk to on your campus and work with your advisors and chapter members to make it happen. Also, think of creative ways to motivate your chapter to raise the funds. Autism Speaks has a lot of resources, so connect with them early. Having a strong committee and learning how to delegate is one of the biggest pieces of advice we can share. Planning an AmaXing Challenge or any philanthropy event in general is stressful. It’s exhausting and wild, but it’s also an extremely rewarding, humbling and one of the most incredible things you will ever do. Stay positive, smile, and know that you can do it!

KENT STATE Tell us about your event.

Xi Man is our annual fall AmaXing Challenge event at Kent State and is one of the most favored philanthropy events in our Greek Community. It is our largest event of the year and all of the organizations put in work to hopefully be titled Xi Man or Xi Woman. This year’s theme was Xi Movies, meaning each chapter had to choose a movie, and create a skit and a dance involving facts and information about Autism Speaks and Alpha Xi Delta.

Following the skits, their Xi Man or Xi Woman representative had to show off their dance skills with a 30-second dance and then present an original poem. At the event, we had multiple raffle tables and a people’s choice table where the audience could vote for their favorite contestant to win extra points towards their overall score.

What contributed to the success of your event?

Xi Man continues to be so successful each year because of the passion and drive our Sisters have for Autism Speaks. They use this motivation when coaching the fraternity men and sorority women to help get the entire Greek community excited about our event. The Greek community at Kent State is our biggest support system and the heart of our event’s success.

How did you make the event unique to your chapter?

The Beta Tau Chapter makes Xi Man unique to our campus by making the teams incorporate Autism Speaks and Alpha Xi Delta facts to their skits and poems. Some facts are unique to the Beta Tau Chapter, which have included creating characters named after our executive board members and other Sisters. We also present The Susan Mamber Award at this event to the Sister with the highest achieved fundraising goal. This award is named after

Susan Mamber, one of our chapter’s outstanding alumna and Alpha Xi Delta’s National Philanthropy Director. This is a very special achievement, and the award is of great honor to receive.

What was your favorite moment from the event?

Our favorite moment was having Alex Hale as our special guest.

We met Alex and his mother last fall at our 5k event. Alex has autism and is a very talented singer who has his own radio show.

We were lucky enough to have both Alex and his mother be guest judges at Xi Man, and he even sang for the audience!

Why does your chapter feel raising funds for Autism Speaks is important?

Many of our Sisters have family members and friends affected by autism. Being able to raise money for a cause that allows our Sisters to see their support directly impacting others gives our chapter a great deal of pride. Not only do we feel it’s important to raise funds for Autism Speaks, but we also have a strong emotional connection to raising autism awareness.

What tips do you have for other chapters who are planning their next philanthropy event?

Make sure you create a detailed plan of the entire event from start to finish in time increments to allow the event to run smoothly.

Put your own spin on the event. Create something your chapter is proud of and excited about. The happier your chapter is, the more support you will receive from the outside community.

Have fun and make a difference! That is what creating a philanthropy event is about. Individually each of us can make a small impact, but together we can change the world.

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KICKING OFF THE WALK SEASON

On March 6, Alpha Xi Delta’s National Council, volunteers, staff, and collegiate members from the Theta Iota Chapter at Florida Atlantic University gathered to kick off the first Autism Speaks’ Walk of the season, in West Palm Beach Florida. Beginning this year, Alpha Xi Delta is the national presenting sponsor for all Autism Speaks Walks across the country!

1 Sisters from Florida Atlantic University take a moment before the start of the Walk for a quick photo.

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3 The founders of Autism Speaks, Bob and Suzanne Wright, addressed Walk attendees during the opening remarks.

4 Members of the Theta Iota Chapter at

Florida Atlantic University hosted a booth at the Walk where attendees could imprint their blue hand prints onto a Light It Up Blue banner.

5 Alpha Xi Delta’s National Executive Director Elysia Gallivan (right) had the opportunity to address the crowd and express our gratitude for the amaXIng partnership we have with Autism Speaks.

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Giving Back My first awareness of the Foundation was when a chapter Sister came back from Convention and told us she had received a Foundation scholarship.

That had a major impact on me, seeing the difference a scholarship can make and what it means to Sisters who MICHELE CURTH, CSU NORTHRIDGE ‘88

receive one. I started giving to the Foundation

because of that memory and because of what Alpha Xi Delta gave me. Some of my best friends are Alpha Xi Deltas, from the woman who introduced me to Alpha Xi Delta, to my Sisters I joined with, and the Sisters who came to my mother’s funeral. All those experiences had a significant difference in my life, and I want others to have those same opportunities and experiences. Alpha Xi Delta goes long past the time you are in college and has repercussions for

About the Leadership Coach Program The Leadership Coach program was designed as a program to help Alpha Xi Delta live her vision of helping women realize their potential. Since 2007, thousands of women have benefited from their programs and individually empowering meetings. The Leadership Coaches have been trained in leadership development, communication skills, personal development, career preparation, educational programs, StrengthsQuest™ and Bridges (programming for seniors). LCs facilitate all-chapter programs and provide individual coaching on topics within these areas to encourage reflection and development. With the increased focus on healthy relationships and sexual assault education, Leadership Coaches began being trained in Courageous Conversations this year. The program is an ever-evolving one that grows as our member needs change.

Have you attended a program or individual session with a Leadership Coach that made an impact on you? Did you use the information or feedback provided as a chapter leader or in your current career? We want to hear from you.

Contact edejong@alphaxidelta.org.

years to come. My daughters have all been introduced to Alpha Xi Delta and whether they join or not, they see the

$10 a month or $25 a year - I know now what a difference each small donation makes. I take pride in the fact that I am a part of this “big” entity called the Foundation that is helping the Fraternity build strong Sisters and leaders, and women we are all proud to know and be. Seeing my chapter Sisters in some of the Fraternity and Foundation national leadership roles has helped me see what lifetime membership is about. Donating to the Foundation is my way of continuing to be connected. I am proud of the work being done to build up not only our current collegiate Sisters but also our alumnae, volunteers and leaders.

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1893 Their bold spirits helped to ES T TI N OUR FU form a women’s organization that would provide us each with support, friendship, Sisterhood and a positive life experience in both college and beyond. The Founders’ Challenge, is your opportunity to give in their honor and memory to the organization which provided you a home away from home, a second family, and so many memories.

Your generosity furthers the dreams of our Founders.

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MEMORIAL GIFTS The Alpha Xi Delta Foundation recognizes Memorial Gifts from December 30, 2015 through February 15, 2016.

Jayne Wade Anderson, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

By Emily Stander, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Deborah Grimm, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Carol Haines, Baldwin Wallace University Robin Lock, University of Texas at Austin Linda Dettmer, Baldwin Wallace University Sara Molnar, Ferris State University Kim Starr, University of Kentucky Joanne Braucher, Albion College Mary Dorthea Reed Arnold, Michigan State University

By Betty Secaur, Michigan State University Jean Louise Cole Bush, Purdue University

By Marjorie Frantzreb, Purdue University Sharon Elizabeth Erskine Campbell, Bethany College-West Virginia

By Christine Lemley, Bethany CollegeWest Virginia Catherine Morris Carless, Michigan State University

By Cincinnati Alumnae Association Joan Clark, University of Florida

By Bonnie Jefferis, Defiance College Marion C Cosenza, Rider University

By Judith Stabile, Rider University Evelyn V. Gibbs Dice, Northwestern University

By Suzanne Petru, Northwestern University Linda A. Belles Dinus, University of Washington

By Sharon Richardson, University of Texas at Austin Julie Lambert, Oregon State University Libby Hayward, Oregon State University Kim Starr, University of Kentucky

Dottie Williams, Western Carolina University Virginia Messing, Ohio Wesleyan University Joanne Braucher, Albion College Kappa Delta Sorority Valdean Jones, University of Washington Ronald J Dinus

By Julie Lambert, Oregon State University Kim Starr, University of Kentucky Judith Ann Mayborn Disney, University of Mount Union

By Connie Flynn, University of Mount Union Susan Rosalie Gibson Dragics, The Ohio State University

By Betty Webb, The Ohio State University Antoinette Olsen Faaborg, University of Minnesota

By Nolene Wheeler, University of Oregon Linda Diane Orrell Fligg, Kansas State University

By Dee Frazier, Wittenberg University Esther Fitton Foster, Ohio University

By Ann Foster, Stetson University Harriet Hitchcock Holtman, The Ohio State University

By Janice Kidd, University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Bernice Gertrude Carl Morsberger, University of Maryland - College Park

By Lois Blevins, University of Maryland - College Park Rebecca Ann Morgan Neal, Georgia State University

By Mary Gilbert, Georgia State University Susan Kathleen Stengel Page, University of Northern Colorado

By Patricia Leonard, University of Northern Colorado Doris C. Riggs Pogue, Oregon State University

By Margaret Arndt, Oregon State University Sandra Lee Canute Potts, Coe College

By Betty Webb, The Ohio State University Sue Fackler, The Ohio State University Nancy Carole Schneider Rose Marsden, Gettysburg College

By Joyce Koontz, Gettysburg College Grayce Elaine Martin Saville, University of Maryland - College Park

By Patricia Robison, Thiel College Nancy Jane Ruhe Scott, Marietta College

By Barbara Swasey, Marietta College Kelly Jo Sizer, Thiel College

By Monica Anderson, Thiel College

Victoria Ann Boysen Kaspar, University of Nebraska Omaha

By Gina Mangine, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Martha Davies Stone, Randolph-Macon College

By Jane Stone, Ohio Wesleyan University

Ruby Arlene Atkinson Leonard, Oregon State University

By Janet Baillie, Oregon State University

Jean Elizabeth Carson Sweet, University of Michigan

By Roberta Stimac, University of Michigan

Karen Elizabeth Schmidt Mathews, University of Iowa

By Judith Haring-Green, University of Iowa Carolyn Joyce Holstein Meador, West Virginia University

By Lucille Schmieder, West Virginia University Shelley Riley Moore, West Virginia University

By Kacy Wiedebusch, West Virginia University

Edith J Tesone Zalesky, University of Northern Colorado

By Lori Sampson, University of Northern Colorado

Joan Elizabeth Turner, University of Charleston

By Cathy Leikhim, University of Charleston Cathy Brady Weston, Eastern Michigan University

By Joy Farmer, Eastern Michigan University Monique Juvenin Woolley, California State University, Northridge

By Deanna Newell, Indiana University

HONOR GIFTS The Alpha Xi Delta Foundation recognizes Honor Gifts given from December 1, 2015 to February 15, 2016.

Kristin Amanda Olson Billingsley, Sonoma State University

By Trinity Billingsley, Genesis Billingsley Ginny Carroll, Western Kentucky University

By Kim Starr, University of Kentucky Alexa Clark, West Chester University

By Craig Clark Elizabeth Shelly De Jong, Bethany College-West Virginia

By Carrie Kashawlic, Ohio Northern University Evelina Lipecka, Monmouth College Laura Shelly Marshall Shelly Ann Shelly Robert Shelly Rebecca Ann Dios, Kent State University

By Sue Mamber, Kent State University Dr. Michele Evink, South Dakota State University

By Sharon Richardson, University of Texas at Austin Courtney Gable, University of West Georgia

By Nicole Valdes, University of Central Florida Elysia Balster Gallivan, University of South Dakota

By Sharon Richardson, University of Texas at Austin Susan L. Embury Gibson, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

By Marsha Glover, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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Barbara Warman Wilson Gilbertson, University of Michigan

By Krystn Aversa, Michigan State University

Jane Schroeder, University of NebraskaLincoln

By Emily Stander, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Katherine Audrianna Gutierrez, California State University, Northridge

By Susan Leeds-Horwitz, California State University, Northridge

Lauren Snodgrass, University of Central Oklahoma

By Carrie Quick, Texas State UniversitySan Marcos

Michelle Hartnett, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

By Emily Stander, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Natalie Elizabeth Stewart, Christian Brothers University

By Melissa Hasselle, Christian Brothers University

Regina Willis Hawkins, Jacksonville State University

By Michelle Reda, Rider University

Lauren Michelle Wessan, Bucknell University

By Pamela Collins, University of Michigan

Julie Lambert, Oregon State University

By Christine Marciano, Oregon State University Kendra Becker Lewis, Purdue University

By Evelina Lipecka, Monmouth College Diane Mackie, University of North Carolina-Wilmington

By Megan Deal, University of North Carolina-Wilmington Kristin Marie Mannino, Texas Wesleyan University

By Debra Reich, Texas Wesleyan University JoAnn Borgman Mortensen, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

By Becky Perrett, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Sandra Mullen

By Caitlin Mullen, Youngstown State University Tracy Kleinschmidt Osborne, Michigan State University

By Kristen Flory, Michigan State University

Karen Frances Mortensen White, University of Georgia

By T.J. Parker, Georgia Southern University Lori Wintrow, Wright State University

By Sarah Alice Keiser, Wright State University Epsilon Iota Chapter

By Leslie Sligh, Newberry College Gamma Theta Chapter

By Retha Patton, East Tennessee State University Epsilon Kappa Chapter

By Kristin Stuedle, Western Kentucky University

Beverly Runge, Oregon State University

By Phyllis Specht, Oregon State University

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Dana Alfirevic, DePaul University

By Colleen Alfirevic Christina Alibozek, Auburn University

By Richard Alibozek Jamie Allen, University of West Georgia

By Cheryl Allen Marissa Allen, University of NebraskaLincoln

By Shelley Cole - Allen Sarah Allen, University of NebraskaLincoln

By Shelley Cole - Allen Hollie Amato, Ohio University

By Jessica Greyerbiehl, Alma College Alexandra Amato, University of Rhode Island

By Nicholas Amato Kelly Anderson, Indiana University

By Laurene McKirnan Emily Bachmann, University of Wisconsin-Madison

By Heather Bachmann Allison Baker, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

By Karen Baker Hannah Balduc, University of Texas at Austin

By Karla Balduc

VALENTINE GIFTS This Valentine’s Day parents, alumnae and friends sent Heart Sunshine to their special Valentine’s Day honorees. The Foundation is pleased to recognize the honorees.

Leighan Rinker, Stetson University

By Nancy Kirk, Stetson University Jamie A Rogers, Southwestern University

By Marisa Lacey, Texas State University-San Marcos

Julia Aleksic, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

By Heidi Aleksic

Jordan Adkins, Ohio Northern University

By Cindy Adkins Catherine Akley, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville

By Amy Akley

Alyssa Barber, Towson University

By Vera Barber Jessica Bast, Elon University

By Cynthia Keysor Mary Bathon, Bucknell University

By Susan Bathon Maura Bayagich, Michigan State University

By Patricia Bayagich Gabrielle Benson, University of Iowa

By Laurie Benson Abigail Benzek, Auburn University

By Denise Benzek

Natalie Berea, Purdue University

By Lori Edwards Sarah Bextermueller, Southeast Missouri State University

By Kimberly Bextermueller Phyllis Anne Blanke, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

By Emily Stander, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Amy Blossom, University of WisconsinMadison

By Polly Blossom Bailey Bogan, Sonoma State University

By Altha Bogan McKenna Bohmer, California State University, Northridge

By Lisa Bohmer Melanie Bonacasa, University of Rhode Island

By Jill Bonacasa Kelci Bowen, Texas State University-San Marcos

By Cynthia Bowen Kelsey Boyd

By Donyelle Fenton Joshlin Bracken, Indiana University of Pennsylvania

By Randy Bracken Jennfer Brand, University of Central Florida

By Valerie Diaz Elexis Breitbart, University of Iowa

By Andrea Boucher Amanda Browder, University of Iowa

By Michelle Browder Kate Burbach, University of Iowa

By Linda And Barry Martin Alyxis Burks, University of Washington

By Kati Grove Lauren Burns, Boise State University

By Alice Bruns Elizabeth Bushey, Syracuse University

By Stephanie Bushey

Emma Bushnell, Texas State UniversitySan Marcos

By Laura Bushnell Caroline Butler, Texas State UniversitySan Marcos

By Jacqueline Butler Margaret Jean Cannefax, Baldwin Wallace University

By Pamela Barkman, Baldwin Wallace University Lauren Caraher, Carroll University

By Elizabeth Karkazis Shannon Carman, Dartmouth College

By Mary Carman

Alexa Clark, West Chester University

By Craig Clark Annissa Coley, University of Mount Union

By Laura Coley Caroline Cooper, University of Wisconsin-Madison

By Karin Cooper Nicki Croly

By Deborah Norton, California State University-San Marcos Rebecca Dame, Millersville University

By Elizabeth Laurent

Lily Carmona, Florida International University

By Cristina Carmona

Alexis Danford, Eastern Washington University

By Elizabeth Pynsky, Eastern Washington University

Kelsie Carn, Auburn University

By Kay Carn

Leigh DAngelo, LIU Post

By Tina D’Angelo

Lorel Cartee, Auburn University

By Lori Taunton

Allison Davies, Indiana University

By Jessica Greyerbiehl, Alma College

Katelyn Carter, Jacksonville State University

By Saundra Carter

Manon De Villemejane, Dartmouth College

By Anne De Villemenjane

Kassandra Castillo, New Mexico State University

By Alberto Dominguez

Haley Deese, University of North Carolina-Asheville

By Rachel Adams

Rachelle Cavazos, Texas Tech University

By Rose Ann Cavazos

Deanna Detchemendy, California State University, Northridge

By Christina Robertson, University of West Georgia

Kate Chavez, Sonoma State University

By Jamie Allen Shannon Christie, Monmouth University

By Shannon Christie, Monmouth University Julia Cicchinelli, Kent State University

By Denice Cicchinelli-Kremer Amber Ciccotto, Towson University

By Linda Ciccotto Savanna Clark, Kennesaw State University

By Rhonda Clark Claire Clark, Texas Tech University

By Cynthia Arnold

Abigail Dolan, University of Northern Iowa

By James Dolan

Angela Fersch, University of WisconsinLa Crosse

By Verna Fersch

Donata Domond, Florida Atlantic University

By Bridget Rich, Florida Atlantic University

Chesney Feurtado, Purdue University

By Karhmen Feurtado

Maureen Donahue, Michigan State University

By Kimberly Donahue Danielle Dooge, University of Wisconsin-Madison

By Tammy Dooge Emily Dorazio

By Floyd Dorazio Ashley Dorner, University of Alabama at Birmingham

By Kim Dorner Elizabeth Dowling, Texas State University-San Marcos

By Helen Dowling Brittney Downing, Boise State University

By Sammie Downing Jenna Dumbleton, Albion College

By Jessica Greyerbiehl, Alma College Sidney Edgar, Auburn University

By Erica Edgar Kaitlyn Egbert, Kennesaw State University

By Roya Shihady

Courtney Fluty, Texas State UniversitySan Marcos

By Randal and Elaine Hankins Meghan Flynn, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

By Kerry Flynn Sara Fopiano, Elon University

By Christine Fopiano Aubree Ford, University of NebraskaLincoln

By Renee Ford Fraternity Headquarters Staff

By Julie Lambert, Oregon State University Elizabeth Fricke, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

By Amy Fricke Stephanie Fricke, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

By Megan Fricke Caroline Frymire, Oklahoma State University

By Marian Frymire Kahla Fury, Kent State University

By Sandra Sanford

Sarah Eger, Purdue University

By Elizabeth Eger

Kyli Gallagher, California State University Stanislaus

By Kerri Russell

Sophia Elkins, Texas State UniversitySan Marcos

By Lisa Daniel

Paige Gallagher, Southeast Missouri State University

By Donna Gallagher

Jacklyn Englund, Marquette University

By Dean Englund

Callie Galloway, Texas Tech University

By Cindy Galloway

Chrystina DiVito, University of Iowa

By Gina DiVito

Madeline Eschbacher, University of Missouri-St. Louis

By Tracy Eschbacher

Sarah Galzerano, Bucknell University

By Elizabeth Galzerano

Kim Dolan, Oregon State University

By Julie Lambert, Oregon State University

Nancy Evans, Oregon State University

By Julie Lambert, Oregon State University

Alexandra Diaz, University of Central Florida

By Valerie Diaz Alicia Dib, Texas Tech University

By Sandra Pontifes Dib Angel DiMaria, California State University-San Marcos

By Cyndie DiMaria

Sara Garcia, Michigan State University

By Mary Garcia Diamela Garcia, Monmouth University

By Iris Feliciano

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Annalise George, Pennsylvania State University

By Krissa George Alexandra Gerber, Dartmouth College

By Jennifer Gerber Brenda Gerwick, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

By Jane Schroeder, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Melisa Haessler, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

By Jane Schroeder, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Grace Hagerman, University of Wisconsin-Madison

By Janell Hagerman

Katherine Heydle, Sonoma State University

By Hillary Heydle Grace Hilgenbrink, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

By Kim Hilgenbrink

Megan Haidinger, Auburn University

By Lisa Haidinger

Jessica Hirsh, Youngstown State University

By JoAnn Hirsh

Ellise Giacomazzi, Auburn University

By Annette Giacomazzi

Sharon Hall, Wittenberg University

By Marcia Adair, Monmouth College

Katherine Holmes

By Vicky Holmes

Marissa Giampaolo, University of Rhode Island

By Diane Diampaolo

Molly Hannan, Wright State University

By Kelly Hannan

Frances Howard-Girard, University of Southern Maine

By Deborah Howard

Susan Gibson, University of NebraskaLincoln

By Emily Stander, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Kirsten Gilstorf, Michigan State University

By Jessica Greyerbiehl, Alma College Claire Goldbin, University of WisconsinLa Crosse

By Linda Langer Kaylan Gotwalt, Pennsylvania State University

By Kathy Gotwalt, Pennsylvania State University Amanda Graumann, Wingate University

By Patty Graumann Rachel Gray, Sonoma State University

By Christine Vatuone Caryl Greathouse, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

By Emily Stander, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Sofia Greimel-Garza, Dartmouth College

By Andrea Greimel Jenny Greyerbiehl, Alma College

By Jessica Greyerbiehl, Alma College Jordan Gross, Georgia Institute of Technology

By Kimberly Gross Haley Haddix, Kent State University

By Jeanine Haddix

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Katherine Hanser, Southeast Missouri State University

By Rhonda Hanser Jocelynn Harris, Oklahoma State University

By Tracy Cook Marisa Harris, Western Michigan University

By Jamie Harris Elizabeth Hatcher, San Jose State University

By Julie Hatcher Michelle Haver, Ohio Northern University

By Kathleen Haver Elizabeth Anne Hayward, Oregon State University

By Julie Lambert, Oregon State University Brenna Healy, Eastern Washington University

By Laurie Manning Cassandra Heath, Texas State University-San Marcos

By Sareta Heath Olivia Helm, Western Kentucky University

By Theresa Helm Maddy Henry, Sonoma State University

By Teresa Dodson Mallory Hess, University of Texas at Austin

By Laura Hess

Savannah Howe, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

By Cheeryl Howe Rebekah Hudgins, Jacksonville State University

By Joyce Holley Kristen Hughes, University of Texas at Austin

By Diane Hughes Kate Huijing, University of Rhode Island

By Paul Huijing Nicolette Iervasi, University of Central Florida

By Rocco Iervasi Brandi Inglis, Boise State University

By Kathy Huston Cara Jacob, Florida Atlantic University

By Veronica Jacob Heather Johnson, Texas Tech University

By Dorothy Johnson Fatima Johnson, University of North Carolina-Asheville

By Christina Robertson, University of West Georgia

Kayla Jones, Indiana University

By Jennifer Hargis Yasmeen Kaddouh, Michigan State University

By Lucia Kaddouh Emelia Karkazis, Marquette University

By Elizabeth Karkazis Abby Kenner, Ohio University

By Darren Kenner Emily Kenney, Syracuse University

By Doreen Kenney Allison Kiernan, Kennesaw State University

By Karen Kiernan Alison King, Newberry College

By Jennifer Erdman Katie Klemp, West Virginia University

By Connie Santana Jillian Knapp, Purdue University

By Jeffrey Knapp Celeste Knapper, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

By Emily Stander, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Emily Kondrick, University at Albany

By Jane Kondrick Kayla Kremchek, University of Toledo

By Scott Kremchek Kali Krepline, University of WisconsinMadison

By Laycie Revoir Jessica Kumpula, Marquette University

By Elizabeth Karkazis Kiannah Lagunas, University of Texas at Austin

By Grisel Lagunas Victoria Lai, The College of New Jersey

By Kathleen Lai

Sarah Johnson, Michigan State University

By Jessica Greyerbiehl, Alma College

Emelia Lane, Kent State University

By Susan Biehl

Hannah Jones, Texas State UniversitySan Marcos

By Laura Jones

MaryAbigal Latta, Idaho State University

By Candace Ireland

Lindsey Lawlor, California State University-San Marcos

By Penny Lawlor

Dylan Martin, University of Northern Iowa

By Carolyn Martin

Rebecca Mitchell, Sonoma State University

By Ronald Mitchell

Caroline Lawton, The Ohio State University

By Melissa Lawton

Sunny Massa, American University

By Laurie Massa, American University

Autumn Mock, Kansas State University

By Chara Brandon Mock, University of Kansas

Katelyn Lawver, The Ohio State University

By William Lawver Jennifer Lee, Old Dominion University

By Christina Robertson, University of West Georgia Heather Lerch, Rider University

By Emily Stander, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Jennifer McAtee, Southwestern University

By Cecilia McAtee Erica McCaughey, Stetson University

By Karen Scardigli Colette McConnell, American University

By Lisa McConnell Jenna McDonald, Texas Tech University

By Wess McDonald

Lizette Mollera, Florida International University

By Lizette Mollera Madelyn Moor, University of Nebraska At Kearney

By Lisa Moor Emily Moore, Southwestern University

By Lynn Moore Catherine Morris, Western Carolina University

By Ann Morris

Madyson Locke, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

By Jill Jones

Kaitlyn McEvoy, Stetson University

By Sherry McEvoy

Halleen Lockhart, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

By Kathryn Lockhart

Mary McGinnis, University of MissouriSt. Louis

By Donna McGinnis

Marijon Lococo, University of Kentucky

By Sandra Edwards, University of Kentucky

Madison McGraw, Lyon College

By Penelope McGraw

Michelle Mundy, University of Central Florida

By Theresa Mundy

Kimberly McLucas, Western Carolina University

By Marie McLucas

Alexandra Nail, University of Central Florida

By Rodney Nail

Tia McNair, University of North Carolina-Wilmington

By Teresa Anderson

Juliana Neesvig

By Courtney Fluty, Texas State University-San Marcos

Meghan McQueen, Bowling Green State University

By Rachel Gentile

Kathryn Newsome, Georgia Institute of Technology

By Jim & Elizabeth Newsome

Sabrina Mercer, DePaul University

By Christopher Mercer

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By Marcia Adair, Monmouth College Angelica Mangahas, University of Wisconsin-Madison

By Edmund Mangahas Christine Marciano, Oregon State University

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Grace Merritt, University of NebraskaLincoln

By William Merritt Melanie Metz, University of Rhode Island

By Ruth Metz Nicole Meyerson, University of Central Florida

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Madeline Moulton, The Ohio State University

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Katherine Novak, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

By Marguerite Novak April Oberman, University of Alabama at Birmingham

By Jane Baucum Aimee Ouellet, Kennesaw State University

By Charlotte Handel Emily Pacifico, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Shanaya Patel, Georgia State University

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By Elizabeth Tyson, Syracuse University Paige Peacock, University of Washington

By Sugar Peacock Katarina Pegram, University of North Carolina-Asheville

By Mary Pegram Helene Perdu, East Carolina University

By Joanne Perdu-Ouimet Emilie Perdue, Purdue University

By Dalene Perdue Chelsea Perry, University of Texas at Austin

By Henry Perry Kayla Petersen, Texas State UniversitySan Marcos

By Lisa Daniel Sarah Petitto, West Virginia Wesleyan College

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By Tracy Dau Kristen Phillips, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

By Emily Stander, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Ginny Philp, University of Arizona

By Deborah Norton, California State University-San Marcos Addison Platnico, University of Rhode Island

By Kyle Platnico Tiffany Power, Virginia Commonwealth University

By Nancy Power Alissa Pupel, Michigan State University

By Ausma Pupel Rebecca Quehl, Sonoma State University

By Christine Vatuone Emma Rady, University of Washington

By Kathleen Rady

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Diana Rafanello, Indiana University

By Linda Matkowski, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Carolyn Ramirez, University of Texas at Austin

By Julia Vowell Yasmine Ramos, Kansas State University

By Yolanda Ramos Christiana Ratto, Sonoma State University

By Kimberly Ratto Samantha Ravnholdt, Purdue University

By Tanya Ravnholdt Madeline Rea, University of Maryland College Park

By Ann Rea Vineta Rehm, University of NebraskaLincoln

By Emily Stander, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Katherine Renaud, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

By Lisa Renaud

Hanna Rosenzweig, Rider University

By Jay Rosenzweig Catherine Row, University of Central Oklahoma

By Judy Row Summer Rudd, Christian Brothers University

By Roxana Becker Kendra Russell, Western Carolina University

By Marie McLucas Aliana Russo, LIU Post

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By Judi Lynch Anna Salvaggio, Western Michigan University

By Jessica Greyerbiehl, Alma College Jordan Sargent, Marshall University

By Tammy Sargent Kristina Sarris, Ohio Northern University

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Lisbeth Seale, University of Alabama at Birmingham

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Madison Strano, George Mason University

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Anna Sell, Ohio University

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Dennis Schroeder

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Isabelle Stasenko, Georgia Institute of Technology

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By Andrea Tougas Casey Tripodi, East Carolina University

By Dana Tripodi Nicole Valdes, University of Central Florida

By Rachel Purdy, University of Central Florida

Elexsis Valenzuela, Sonoma State University

By Marcie Valenzuela Tessa Van Alstine, Texas State University-San Marcos

By Melissa Rose Claire Van Raaphorst, Albion College

By Jessica Greyerbiehl, Alma College Mercedes Vasquez, Western Kentucky University

By Jennifer Vasquez Luisa Vasquez, Dartmouth College

By Maria Gutierrez Anna Vatuone, Sonoma State University

By Christine Vatuone Zoey Vilasuso, West Virginia Wesleyan College

By Caron Vilasuso Victoria Voronovich, University of North Carolina-Wilmington

By Donna Voronovich Kristina Wagner, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

By Regina Wagner Hannah Wallace, Purdue University

By Lisa Wallace Abigail Walls, Coastal Carolina University

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Stacie Walton, University of NebraskaLincoln

By Jane Schroeder, University of Nebraska-Lincoln MacKenzie Wand, University of South Dakota

By Tony Wand Hannah Waters, University of Rhode Island

By Wendi Waters Celeste Watkins, Franklin & Marshall College

By Kent Watkins

Christina Wolf, The Ohio State University

By Kenneth Wolf Chelsie Amanda Woods, West Virginia Wesleyan College

By Melinda Lapan, West Virginia Wesleyan College Erin Woods, Auburn University

By Donna Woods Mayre Wray

By Emily Stander, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Erin Weber, Ohio University

By Jill Weber

Kaylei Wright-Hogan, California State University-San Marcos

By Christina Wingrove

Sara Wernikoff, University of Central Florida

By Lori Wernikoff

Camila Yanes-Valdes, Florida International University

By Barbara Rodriguez

Rachel Weyers, University of Iowa

By Rose Weyers

Casey Young, California State University-San Marcos

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Nealy Wheat, University of West Georgia

By Christina Robertson, University of West Georgia Heather Whelan, University of South Dakota

By John Whelan

Abigail Zemach, University of Wisconsin-Madison

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INDIANA - PENNSYLVANIA

MISSOURI – ST. LOUIS The Epsilon Xi Chapter from the University of Missouri–St. Louis enjoyed a Sisterhood retreat at their local pumpkin patch! - axideximembership@gmail.com

Sisters who were initiated throughout the 1970s into the Delta Nu Chapter gathered in Pittsburgh for their third annual fall reunion. Sharing scrapbooks and reminiscing were the order of the day, followed by sightseeing in the city.

Everyone ventured onto the “Just Ducky Tour” and had a quackin’ good time.

Saturday evening culminated in an Italian dinner and lots of photo opportunities.

– Janis Powner, tompowner@hotmail.com

CINCINNATI The Cincinnati Alumnae Association gathered at the historic Montgomery Inn for the association’s annual holiday party. After a delicious dinner of the Inn’s world famous barbecue ribs, the members participated in a competitive gift exchange with some members stealing other’s gifts. It was a wonderful evening full of warmth and good times. Front row: Wilda Dunlop-Mills, Washington, ’47; Barb Schanzle, Ohio, ’53; Betty Lou Harden, Ohio, ’53; Betsy Schapp, Washington, ’55; Sharon Denight, Bowling Green, ’58; Second row: Annette Stambaugh, Ohio Northern, ’82; Kim Hutchison, Kent State, ’79; Ginger Schaffner, Ohio Wesleyan, ’58; Martha Bonvillain, Kentucky, ’65; Bonnie Dannenberg , Wittenberg, ’56; Adriana Ragazzo, Delaware, ’02; Judy Savage, West Virginia, ’55; Third row: Cheryl Goolsby, Wittenberg, ’72; Margaret Baldwin, Kentucky, ’59; Cindy Brandyberry, Bowling Green, ’71; Laura Ramsey, Northern Iowa, ‘00.

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RIDER A group of Epsilon Lambda Chapter alumnae reunited in Princeton, New Jersey, in November. It was a night of smiles, laughs, food and fun. – Lisa Buskirk, booter_88@yahoo.com

STETSON Stetson University’s annual reunion weekend was held in November and the Omega Chapter held a reunion of members from the classes of 1965 and 1966. - Gail Faughn, gfaughn@gmail.com

WASHINGTON The Nu Chapter was incredibly excited to welcome 51 new members into our Sisterhood! – Emma Rady, emmalynn5683@gmail.com

MARIETTA Marietta College initiated ten people into Marietta’s Order of Omega on December 1, 2015, with six of them being Alpha Xi Deltas. Morgan Spradling, Marietta ‘16, the president of Order of Omega said, “It made me incredibly proud to see my Sisters realize their potential and be honored for their academic excellence and leadership in the Greek community.” From left to right: Lucille Welles, Eileen Walsh, Dallas Montag, Morgan Spradling, Emily Drabeck, and Rachel Thompson. Not pictured: Kate Reid.

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AUBURN The Zeta Xi Chapter at Auburn University initiated a brand new philanthropy fundraising event called Illuminate. This multi-vendor trunk show was a project designed to engage and involve members of the campus and the community. Ten of the best boutiques in the Southeast area were invited to bring their inventory of casual clothes, shoes and accessories to the chapter room where mini showroom booths were setup. This event was advertised heavily to more than 4,000 of Auburn’s Greek women and open to the public. In just two hours, more than 450 women passed through the chapter room doors to shop. Participating boutiques agreed to donate 10% of all sales to Autism Speaks on behalf of the Zeta Xi Chapter. This contribution, combined with our Sisters’ online giving campaign, helped raise more than $51,000 for Autism Speaks!

– Kathryn Fuller, @kaf0020@tigermail.auburn.edu

JACKSONVILLE STATE Sisters at Jacksonville State University attended the FCS Championship football game and cheered on their Gamecocks as they competed for the national title! – Sheilah Woods, swoods2@stu.jsu.edu 45 the

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SAN JOSE STATE The fall new member class of the Iota Omicron Chapter at San Jose State University celebrated their Initiation, with New Member Orientation Chair featured in the back. – Emily Atkinson, eatkinson22@hotmail.com

OLD DOMINION The Delta Mu Chapter of Alpha Xi Delta held a fall retreat where Sisters spent the whole weekend together and shared laughs, good stories and fun. – Jazzleen Cantarero, jcant012@odu.edu

STETSON The Omega Chapter at Stetson University added a new philanthropy event called Color FrenXI. This event features multiple containers of colored powder, all you can eat pizza, and inflatable slides and obstacle courses on a large field on campus. Students had the chance to color blast their friends by loading up water guns with the colored powder. The Sisters raised more than $4,000 for Autism Speaks.

– Tessa Bravata, tbravata@stetson.edu

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WEST CHESTER The Zeta Eta Chapter held a mini retreat at Longwood Gardens where they played games to bond the new members with older Sisters.

The chapter has more than 130 women, and many locations on campus cannot hold all of the chapter, so days like Longwood Gardens are ones they truly cherish. At the end of the day everyone left with smiles on their faces and new memories with cherished Sisters.

- Courtney Hofmann, CH830833@wcupa.edu

BOISE STATE The Epsilon Psi Chapter at Boise State University went to McCall, Idaho, for a fall retreat in late October. Their chapter did a lot of bonding activities, and had a little bit of down time to kayak, paddleboard and zip line. The retreat was a fun way for their new members to become closer to their Sisterhood. – Lindsey Raaker, lindseyraaker@boisestate.edu

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DENVER Denver alumnae met in January with Brendan Burns (pictured right), Chief Field Officer and Senior Vice President of Field Strategy at Autism Speaks, to plan future meetings for 2016 along with organizing fund raising ventures for their different philanthropy events. Joining Sisters brings many people together for sharing and wonderful growth. – Debbie Tapp, Debbie.tapp@q.com

MEMBER NEWS

LYCOMING The Iota Mu Chapter of Alpha Xi held their annual Baked Xiti event, their chapter’s largest philanthropy event. They raised more than $800 for Autism Speaks and are really excited to continue growing their philanthropy fundraising efforts.

– Diana Cavaliere, Diana.m.cavaliere@gmail.com

MISSOURI VALLEY Beta Omicron Chapter alumnae from the 1993 new member class held a reunion in Oklahoma where Sisters traveled from Iowa, Missouri and Texas for a weekend of Sisterhood.

– Jennifer Thompson, jtathompson96@gmail.com

MEMBER NEWS

GEORGIA TECH During Homecoming at the Georgia Institute of Technology, the Gamma Eta Sisters participated in a Georgia Tech tradition, the Mini 500! A team of four Sisters rode a tricycle ten laps around a parking deck while the pit crew of three Sisters changed out the tires. The Alpha Xi Delta team came in 1st place and the chapter finished in 3rd for the overall Homecoming competition!

– Anna Malcom, annamalcom94@gmail.com

WISCONSIN-OSHKOSH The Delta Tau Chapter at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh initiated its largest new member class ever on November 14, 2015.

– Tori Hagen, hagent34@uwosh.edu

FRANKLIN & MARSHALL The Iota Psi Chapter of Alpha Xi Delta at Franklin and Marshall College welcomed 23 new members this winter.

– Gwen Yale, axidfmpr@gmail.com

CENTRAL FLORIDA KANSAS STATE Christine Caban of the Alpha Kappa Chapter at Kansas State University has been elected co-chair of the university-wide philanthropy event; K-State Proud.

The Proud campaign is a campus-wide philanthropy that raises money to help K-State students financially, and it’s a popular and well-known organization on campus. As a co-chair, Christine has raised $53,000!

– Megan Reece, reece2@ksu.edu

The Theta Sigma Chapter of Alpha Xi Delta hosted their annual Dodgebrawl philanthropy benefiting Autism Speaks this past semester. The event is a dodgeball competition open to student clubs and Greek organizations of the University of Central Florida. Senior Marissa Russo was proud to report that they doubled their total for money raised, collecting around $11,500 for Autism Speaks. With the help of the Orlando community, Russo and her co-chair, Chrissy Teixiera, received numerous sponsorships and were able to spread autism awareness in their community.

– Erika Saylor, axidpublicrelationsvp@gmail.com

EAST CAROLINA The Sisters of the Gamma Phi Chapter at East Carolina University participated in its second year of Aces for Autism. Aces for Autism is a nonprofit organization started by a local Greenville, North Carolina, family to help raise awareness and money for the cause. The main goals are to provide financial support for children and their families in need of doctor recommended ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy and in the future to build an Autism Child Development Center in eastern North Carolina. The one-day event starts with a tennis tournament and then transfers into a dinner and silent auction.

The Sisters volunteer by selling tickets and t-shirts, checking in and greeting guests, setting up the silent auction, and setting up and working in the children’s room where there is face painting, arts and crafts, and an inflatable jungle gym. The organization raised more than $100,000 from the fundraiser.

– Reilly Jackson, jackson14@students.ecu.edu

CSU-NORTHRIDGE The Delta Rho Chapter ranked first in grades in comparison to other sororities on campus.

– prdeltarho@gmail.com

NEW ORLEANS Both alumnae and collegiates of the Delta Epsilon Chapter at the University of New Orleans rushed the court when Chapter President Meara McNitt was crowned Homecoming Queen.

– Meara McNitt, mmcnitt@my.uno.edu

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IDAHO STATE Mackenzie Ehle of the Iota Kappa Chapter won Homecoming Princess at the Idaho State University’s Royalty Pageant. All of the Iota Kappa Sisters were dressed up in Alpha Xi Delta jerseys and participated in Mackenzie’s talent and cheer portions of the pageant.

– Ashley Kinzel

CHAPTER ETERNAL

REMEMBERING TWO PAST NATIONAL PRESIDENTS JAYNE WADE ANDERSON graduating in 1952, Jayne moved to Auburn, Nebraska, and taught secondary education.

Following the death of her husband Bill, she pursued a master’s degree in educational psychology and measurements. Jayne was elected to serve as Director of Greek Affairs and Cooperatives at UNL from 1978-1997.

She served Alpha Xi Delta as National Vice President from 1984-1988, as National President from 1988-1993 and as National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) Delegate from 1993-1997.

During her term as National President, she was awarded the Chancellor’s Award for exemplary service to students. Both Alpha Xi Delta and the UNL Foundation have chosen to honor her through scholarships made available to their undergraduates.

In her letter to Alpha Xi Delta Sisters in the fall 1988 issue of The Quill, Jayne said, “It will be unacceptable for any of us to live by what exists today. We must set our sights higher. John Gardner tells us that we are living in a shared vision. As we continue to grow and develop, we are perpetually rebuilding. And so with our own sorority – each of us must re-discover the living elements in our traditions and values.”

Jayne Wade Anderson, National President 19881993 entered Chapter Eternal on October 7, 2015 at the age of 85.

“Jayne made a significant impact on Alpha Xi Delta and will be forever remembered for her spirit, understanding and steadfast love of Alpha Xi Delta,” said current National President Michele Evink.

Jayne was initiated into the Rho Chapter at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) on March 3, 1949. She was elected homecoming queen of UNL in 1951 and was inducted into the National Honorary Society, Mortar Board the same year. After

During Jayne’s tenure, National Council implemented a new computer system that increased flexibility in record keeping, approved strong policy statements against hazing and alcohol misuse, and installed 16 chapters as well as established the first NPC chapter at Sonoma State University.

Jayne served as a mentor and advisor to countless students, Sisters and faculty. She was a devoted mother and grandmother and actively participated in several community organizations in Lincoln, Nebraska. Our deepest condolences are with her daughter, Laurie, her granddaughter, Katherine, and grandson, John.

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LINDA BELLES DINUS

“HER WARMTH, GENEROSITY, COMPASSION AND UNWAVERING LOVE OF ALPHA XI DELTA WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED.”

Linda Belles Dinus, Past National President 19931997, entered Chapter Eternal on December 23, 2015, at the age of 74.

“Linda’s contributions to Alpha Xi Delta will never be forgotten. Her warmth, generosity, compassion and unwavering love of Alpha Xi Delta will always be remembered” said current National Executive Director Elysia Gallivan.

Linda was initiated into the Nu Chapter at the University of Washington on January 15, 1960. She served as Alpha Xi Delta’s Foundation Vice Chairman, a member of the Board of Trustees, Extension Committee Chairman, Extension Vice

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President, NPC Alternate, Chairman of the Quackenbush Award Committee, Foundation Secretary, Chairman of the Governance Task Force, Chair of the National Executive Director Search Committee, Member of the Foundation Nominating Committee and National President.

In her Rose Banquet address at the 1995 National Convention, Linda said, “We know Alpha Xi Delta is getting better because of committed members who project the values and teachings of Alpha Xi Delta. We continue to seek the vision of life expressed in the Alpha Xi Delta Symphony, including the will to grow in courage and graciousness and peace.”

During Linda’s tenure, National Council implemented a new program for young alumnae titled Next Generation which helped bridge the gap between college life to lifelong alumna membership. She also helped to implement By The Numbers, Alpha Xi Delta’s program for reducing the risk of alcohol -related problems, and installed nine Alpha Xi Delta chapters across the nation.

CHAPTER ETERNAL

The Spring 2015 Chapter Eternal includes all the names of Sisters whose passing was reported to Fraternity Headquarters between September 1, 2015 and January 31, 2016. Sisters are listed alphabetically in chapter order, along with their initiation year. To notify the Fraternity of a Sister’s passing, please send an obituary notice, memorial service pamphlet or other written confirmation to Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity Headquarters Alpha Chapter Knox College Doris Carroll Strobel ’41 Beta Chapter Iowa Wesleyan College Betty Tinsley Brown ’40 Betty Boyd Burns ’55 Patricia Moon Chatfield ’55 Gamma Chapter University of Mount Union Shirley Coleman Burns ’61 Marillee Ortmayer Franke ’44 Delta Chapter Bethany College - West Virgina Ruth Thieroff Foose ’48 Hester Hare Rowe ’37 Epsilon Chapter University of South Dakota Sally Welch Day ’51 Zeta Chapter Wittenberg University Marcia Anderson Meyer ’51 Roberta Newkirk Moreman ’44 Judith Holl Ridings ’53 Eta Chapter Syracuse University Patricia Goodman Booth ’48 Jane Mayo Ferguson ’45 Barbara Kleppinger Markert ’47 Eleanor Gritmon Watson ’33 Theta Chapter University of Wisconsin Patricia Brazelton Consigny ’50 Barbara Rhyme Kemp ’46 Kappa Chapter University of Illinois Linda Peterson Martin ’60 Martha Jane Johnson Ward ’49 Nu Chapter University of Washington Linda Belles Dinus ’60 Jeanne Fairbrook Edwards ’39

Rho Chapter University of Nebraska-Lincoln Jayne Wade Anderson ’49 Maxine Weldin Bednarski ’45 Julia House Dory ’46 Flora Heck Hoysradt ’42 Sigma Chapter University of Iowa Alice Bittner Clements ’34 Karen Schmidt Mathews ’63 Tau Chapter University of New Hampshire Madelyn Tobin Ahlgren ’33 Priscilla Garran Bergethon ’42 Psi Chapter The Ohio State University Carolyn Lapp Black ’44 Dorothy Therese Blake ’56 Susan Gibson Dragics ’60 Charlotte Sebald Heck ’44 Suzanne Claypoole Thomas ’60 Omega Chapter Stetson University Nancy Beatrice Brown ’43 Alpha Beta Chapter Cornell University Anne Dowd Gegg ’45 Alpha Gamma Chapter Coe College Sandra Canute Potts ’67 Alpha Delta Chapter Oregon State University Joann Carlson Brady ’53 Mary Snarr Maddox ’41 Judith Taylor Porter ’59 Alpha Epsilon Chapter University of Michigan Colleen Neill Hansen ’63 Theresa Oegema ’93 Alpha Phi Chapter University of Pennsylvania Mary Jahnke Wesson ’48

Xi Chapter University of Kentucky Lisa Perry Dienethal ’96 Kathryn Franz Robine ’47

Alpha Zeta Chapter University of Oklahoma Colleen Neill Hansen ’63 Theresa Oegema ’93

Beta Theta Chapter Michigan State University Catherine Morris Carless ’38 Joyce Daily Mueller ’60

Alpha Eta Chapter Purdue University Marelu Satterley Graham ’50 Mary Jane Paden Rossiter ’48 Beverly Stiller Stroup ’48

Pi Chapter Ohio University Anne Chalupsky Brooks ’56 Arlyne Demmy Meyer ’38 Patricia Jean Kassing Wood ’47

Alpha Theta Chapter Northwestern University Ruth Dillon Kerns ’39 Suzanne Flemming Mondy ’60 Elsie Niethammer Naftzger ’41 Doralee Clowes White ’45

Alpha Iota Chapter Drake University Lynnette Lucas Lindhoff ’61

Beta Lambda Chapter Pennsylvania State University Leslye Ruth Bloom ’64

Alpha Kappa Chapter Kansas State University Jill Caputo ’00 Maxine Myers Clary ’41 Linda Orrell Fligg ’64 Kathryn Fryer Hoefer ’47 Ruth Dewitt Mills ’30 Carol Surtees Sandlin ’50

Beta Mu Chapter Bowling Green State University Nancy McKee Kilpatrick ’53 Nancy Nelson Walter ’47

Alpha Mu Chapter Ohio Wesleyan University Virginia Buddie Harchal ’52 Virginia Todd Kneeland ’39 Jean Welch Tiedemann ’39 Beth Dreisbach Vogt ’40 Rachel Roudebush Wascher ’44 Alpha Xi Chapter University of California – Los Angeles Mary Major Doyle ’44 Alpha Omicron Chapter Hunter College Josephine Macy Atlass ’44 Angela Mirenda ’67 Alpha Pi Chapter Middlebury College Carol Hardy Hawthorne ’55 Alpha Tau Chapter University of Alabama Dolores Cimorell Knowlton ’41 Margaret Parker Lancaster ’50 Elizabeth Barnes Thomas ’33 Alpha Psi Chapter University of Denver Ruth Ekblad Hill ’35 Loma Bowers Proctor ’46

Gamma Upsilon Chapter University of Georgia Natalie Wright Hull ’60 Barbara Hadley Mathis ’61

Beta Omicron Chapter Missouri Valley College Charlene Andes Roscher ’53 Carol Skaggs Windsor ’50

Delta Nu Chapter Indiana University of Pennsylvania Aereyelle Dubois ’09

Omicron Chapter University of California-Berkeley Betty Robinson Busby ’44 Mary Curtis Mauck ’54 Patricia Oliphant ’48 Jacqueline Price Sage ’49

Delta Xi Chapter Georgia State University Rachel Williams Eggers ’68

Beta Pi Chapter Indiana University Mary Willis Lillie Wallace ’55 Beta Sigma Chapter West Virginia Wesleyan College Martha Linger Embrey ’50 Beta Tau Chapter Kent State University Patricia Heckman Bryant ’57 Caryl Shissler Lavergne ’61 Beta Phi Chapter University of Connecticut Sonia Del Carme Hernandez Evans ’74 Joyce Ann Hale Thompson ’51

Alpha Omega Chapter Florida State University Susan Foster Dell Cioppia ’67 Karolyn Bardin Diefenbach ’49 Beta Alpha Chapter University of Texas at Austin Azile Coffey-Freeze Bonneau ’36

Beta Omega Chapter Memphis State University Frances May Gallagher ’66

Beta Epsilon Chapter Monmouth College Virginia Goodwin Hansis ’33 Dorothy Campbell Nelson ’34

Gamma Alpha Chapter San Diego State University Enid Kenworthy Cyphert ’49

Beta Eta Chapter University of Maryland Myrna Faupel Hofmann ’56 Beta Kappa Chapter Baldwin Wallace University Judith Kastor Gerken ’58

Gamma Pi Chapter Northern Illinois University Norma Jean Siwy Wagener ’64

Beta Nu Chapter Culver Stockton College Anna Wood Comley ’45 Betty Cody McCord ’43

Beta Chi Chapter Gettysburg College Shirley Brockmann Hangen ’50 Anne Marie Dowlin Paul ’79 Nancy Carole Schneider ’57

Beta Zeta Chapter Lake Forest College Dorothy Conzelman ’49

Gamma Lambda Chapter University of Tennessee Knoxville Rita Munsey Doss ’63

Delta Chi Chapter University of Northern Iowa Connie Decker Fahey ’69 Marcia Hattel Fitzgerald ’65 Epsilon Mu Chapter University of Northern Colorado Edith Tesone Zalesky ’70 Zeta Omicron Chapter University of Florida Joan Clark ’89 Zeta Sigma Chapter Hillsdale College June Bernard Roche ’88 Theta Alpha Chapter Millersville University Shanna Halliday Michael ’99 Theta Zeta Chapter Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Prescott Nicole Bascle Cornish ’98 Theta Sigma Chapter University of Central Florida Cassandra Nickols ’95 Alpha Deuteron Chapter Inda Martin Fetters ’84

Gamma Delta Chapter University of Nebraska Omaha Celia Cowger Lamson ’50 Martha Goodwin Massengale ’53 Sally Ann Urban Swancutt ’50 Gamma Zeta Chapter Eastern Michigan University Nancy Prater Carey ’54

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Congratulations to our newest graduates! Here is a photo from the Archives of Sisters from the Theta Beta Chapter at Sonoma State University in 1992. Do you recognize anyone in this photo?

Email quilleditor@alphaxidelta.org to let us know!

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