CHAPTER SWEET CHAPTER

Alpha Epsilon (Arizona)

Gamma Phi Beta officially landed in The Grand Canyon State on April 29, 1992, with the installation of Alpha Epsilon Chapter at the University of Arizona (UA), making it the Sorority’s 29th collegiate chapter out of 190 in total.

In April, Alpha Epsilon celebrated a centenarian milestone — 100 years in Gamma Phi! That’s 100 years of members observing our sacred rituals, embracing our True and Constant sisterhood and creating cherished, lifelong memories. To celebrate, Alpha Epsilon sisters Rylee Holland (RH) and Aislinn Menke (AM) reflected on their chapter and being part of our circle of sisterhood.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT YOUR CHAPTER?

RH: “I love how accepting the women are and how safe I feel when I walk into my chapter facility. I love the friendships I have created, and I am eager to continue to build strong girls and grow as a leader.”

AM: “I love my chapter because without it, I wouldn’t be the person I am today. My sisters constantly encourage me to do my best and are there for me when I need it.”

WHAT’S ONE THING ABOUT GAMMA PHI BETA YOU APPRECIATE?

RH: “Our philanthropy. I feel that it is important for girls and women to realize how loved and valued they are along with feeling empowered through Girls on the Run.”

AM: “Living in the chapter facility with my sisters. I’ve made so many new friends and have a supportive friend group, which is something I never had before. I’m so thankful for Gamma Phi, and I’m so glad it has become my new home.”

Explore Tucson

1. THE COOLEST CATS

Meet Wilbur and Wilma Wildcat, UA’s official mascots. They married on November 21, 1986, before a UA and Arizona State University football game and have been inseparable ever since.

2. WHAT’S TRENDING?

Flip-flops! Students can be found wearing sandals year-round, even in the winter months, due to Arizona’s sunny and warm climate.

PHOTO BY THE PRIDE OF ARIZONA FACEBOOK

3. DRUM ROLL, PLEASE

Beyond athletics, UA students are proud of their nationally acclaimed marching band, The Pride of Arizona.

4. SWINDLERS

Alpha Epsilon sisters like to shop at this local boutique, which sells clothes, vintage finds, accessories and more.