National Panhellenic Conference Updates

In October, the NPC hosted its annual conference in suburban Indianapolis. More than 170 leaders, board members, partners and other guests from member organizations gathered to discuss topics of mutual interest and build relationships. Event programming was divided into large group education sessions, peer group meetings and other activities, including time with business representatives in the NPC Partner Program.

“This conference is an invaluable opportunity for us to come together, not only to explore the critical issues affecting our industry but also to connect and collaborate on the challenges and opportunities that shape the growth and sustainability of our communities,” said NPC Chair Kelly Beck to attendees during the opening session.

She also introduced an updated mission, vision and values for the organization: https://npcwomen.org/about/mission-vision-and-values/

Topics of large group education sessions included crisis communications, reimagining recruitment terminology, responding to campus overreach and updates from the Amplifying Sorority Campaign. An update was also provided on recent conference successes in promoting growth through marketing and TheSororityLife.com

NPC also provided opportunities for peer group meetings for member organization presidents, executives and chief panhellenic officers. Each group shared an overview of those conversations during the conference wrap-up.

As part of the organizational structure and governance change that took effect in 2019, a Council of Delegates was created to ensure the voice of all 26 NPC member organizations was represented in the work of the conference. Delegates are tasked with attending membership meetings and voting on matters that come before the members.

Delegates voted to amend several College Panhellenic policies and discussed a handful of topics of mutual interest. Other important legislation was passed and is being incorporated into the next edition of the Manual of Information in early 2025.

Delegates will meet again in person for the March Annual Membership Meeting in Indianapolis. The 2025 NPC Annual Conference will be Oct. 23-25 in Salt Lake City.

Based on data submitted by NPC’s member organizations, sorority undergraduate membership increased by 3.5% for the 2023-24 academic year. A total of 127,742 new members were initiated among NPC's 26 member organizations and brings undergraduate membership to 354,844 overall. NPC's annual report video was also presented: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLYy-wTONgk.

TRI SIGMA TO APPOINT MEMBER TO 2025-27 NPC BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The NPC Board of Directors consists of five directors elected by the Council of Delegates and two appointed in rotation by their member organizations. Tri Sigma will appoint a director for the 2025-27 term, and will begin accepting applications in late December.

Applicants should be knowledgeable and passionate about the sorority experience and NPC’s mission, vision and values.

For more information on the role and responsibilities of this position, review the position description at https://npcwomen.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Position-Description-Director.pdf. Alumnae with prior governance board experience are encouraged to apply; however, the selected candidate cannot serve in any C.A.B., national volunteer, or staff capacity within Tri Sigma during their tenure.

Congratulations to the following members who have been appointed to NPC volunteer roles and committees for the 2024-26 biennium:

• Amy Purvis Andrews, Alpha Xi, Panhellenic Recruitment Committee

• Stephanie Blair, Delta Delta, Total Method Setting Team

• Rebecca Calkins, Epsilon Omicron, Release Figure Methodology Committee and College Panhellenics Committee

• Linda Henderson, Delta Psi, Release Figure Methodology Committee and College Panhellenics Committee

• Kelly Jo Karnes Hendricks, Pi College, Panhellenics Committee

• Michelle Osborn-Hallet, Epsilon Eta, College Panhellenics Committee

• Stacy Mitchell Rowan, Alpha Kappa, College Panhellenics Committee

• Sarah Lively Turner, Alpha Alpha, Total Method Setting Team

• Taylor Urban, Epsilon Nu, Panhellenic Accountability Committee

• Desiree Paulhamus Jackson, Alpha Omicron, NPC Foundation Board of Directors

Thank you for your service and for representing us well in among the Panhellenic community!