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Career Development
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NPC Update
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Health
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MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD Vote for the women who will lead the Fraternity in 2004-06. Watch for voting information and ballots in February, or visit www.alphaphi.org.
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C ntents Founders Clara Bradley Burdette (’76), died 1954 Florence Chidester Lukens (’75), died 1885 Martha Foote Crow (’76), died 1924 Ida Gilbert Houghton (’76), died 1916 Jane S. Higham (’76), died 1949 Kate Hogoboom Gilbert (’75), died 1900 Elizabeth Grace Hubbell Shults (’75), died 1895 Rena Michaels Atchison (’74), died 1933 Louise Shepard Hancock (’76), died 1932 Clara Sittser Williams (’75), died 1925 International Executive Board International President: Crista Cate Vasina Vice President: Amy Pfannenstiel Bunszel Secretary/Treasurer: Lindsay Wiggins Barbara Koontz Alevras Stacey Grimes Boulmetis Margaret Halla Cash Linda Boon DeFee Felicia Hunt Peg DeChant Thornburg Ex-Officio: Sally McCall Grant, NPC Delegate Foundation Directors Chairman: Susan Brink Sherratt Vice Chairman: Gayle Goodman Secretary: Kathleen Feeney Hiemstra Treasurer: Susan Weiskittle Barrick Ann Brinkman Judith Knudsen Brown Alin Hernandez Wall Crista Cate Vasina National Panhellenic Conference Alpha Phi Delegate: Sally McCall Grant First Alternate Delegate: Deana Koonsman Gage Second Alternate Delegate: Laura Malley-Schmitt Third Alternate Delegate: Mary Rekart Ulich Editorial Advisory Board Barbara Koontz Alevras Sheila George Bright Ann Brinkman Emily Ellison Lamb Jan Jones Owen Alpha Phi Quarterly Staff Editor: Christine Spiegel E-mail: quarterly@alphaphi.org Alpha Phi Quarterly Design Michelle Webb Design E-mail: mwdesign@intosh.net Alpha Phi Home Page www.alphaphi.org Executive Office Executive Director: Susan Zabriskie Address: 1930 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL 60201 Phone: 847.475.0663 Fax: 847.475.6820 E-mail: fraternity@alphaphi.org Foundation Office Executive Director: Rebecca Andrew Zanatta Address: 1930 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL 60201 Foundation Phone: 847.475.4532 Fax: 847.475.9982 E-mail: foundation@alphaphi.org
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It wasn’t an accident that 10 19th century college women challenged the politics of their day by attending Syracuse University. It also wasn’t an accident that these same women founded a fraternity despite the notion that social and academic organizations were places for men. Finally, it wasn’t an accident that these women served as important political leaders. It wasn’t an accident because Alpha Phi has been involved in politics and the political process from the beginning. Our first alumna initiate, Frances E. Willard, was actively involved in the political process as a well-known suffragist. Georgia Neese Gray (T-Washburn) served as the first female treasurer of the United States, and some of our chapters hold Crista Cate Vasina the dollar bill that carries her name. Founder Martha Foote Crow (A-Syracuse) was the fourth Alpha Phi to serve as dean of women at Northwestern University, a highly political post during that time. Involvement in modern politics also is an important part of Alpha Phi’s sisterhood. U.S. Rep. Lynn Robinson Woolsey ( -Washington) serves as a long-time leader in Washington. And as an organization, Alpha Phi is participating in the political process by joining the National Panhellenic Conference and the NorthAmerican Interfraternity Conference to educate Congress on issues of fraternity and sorority housing (see article on page 15). Each of our collegiate and alumnae chapters is a self-governing unit with its own bylaws operating under the Alpha Phi Constitution. Officers are elected and decisions are made by majority vote. Our collegiate members benefit from this selfgovernance because they experience the challenge of leadership and accountability that comes with serving their community firsthand. This process prepares our women for work in politics or any career they choose. This preparation is one of the most important aspects of fraternity life. An example of this was the wonderful Founders’ Day event I attended in Los Angeles this year. As I looked around at the nearly 300 Alpha Phi sisters in attendance, I had to stop and wonder: did our Original Ten ever imagine this is what they were beginning? When they wrote the first Constitution in 1873, did they realize they were establishing their own political entity? I don’t think this planning was an accident. I think they did realize what might come from their planning, and I think our organization is strong and healthy as a result.
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Meet U.S. Congresswoman Lynn Robinson Woolsey (Σ-Washington) and Other Phis Who Work in Politics.
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In the Next Issue Protecting Yourself IEB Slate Announced
New at www.alphaphi.org Crista Cate Vasina ( -Northern Colorado) International President
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Alpha Phi Convention 2004: “Above and Beyond” 65th Biennial Convention, June 23-27, 2004 Marriott Rancho Las Palmas Resort and Spa Rancho Mirage, Calif. Alpha Phi International invites you to join us in a desert paradise for Convention 2004. The four-diamond resort and spa will provide an inspiring backdrop to meet new people, renew friendships, network with other collegians or alumnae and help determine the future of our Fraternity. Nestled amid the Southern California desert with breathtaking views of the San Jacinto Mountains, the Marriott Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa showcases the relaxed side of Palm Springs ... a tranquil and inviting setting. We encourage you to take advantage of the wonderful extras offered at Rancho Las Palmas. In addition to meals offered with the registration package, five restaurants and a lounge offer an array of dining experiences. Recreational activities include an outdoor pool with a whirlpool and waterslide, tennis, 27-hole golf course, bicycle rentals, jogging paths, health club and the resort’s own sanctuary, a 20,000 square foot European health spa. Bring the family and take advantage of a playground, children’s programs and child care services (must be pre-arranged with the resort). Arrive early
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23 Kickoff Dinner and Formal Welcome Regional Delegate Orientation THURSDAY, JUNE 24 Convention Assembled/ Opening Ceremonies Chapter Adviser Academy Alumnae College Collegiate President Leadership School Collegiate Awards Extravaganza
FRIDAY, JUNE 25 Timeless Traditions Luncheon Initiation Convention Assembled Alpha Phi Foundation Dinner Alpha Phi Foundation “Move Your Phi’t” Walk/Run Poolside Reception With Surprises Galore Rush University Housing Seminar SATURDAY, JUNE 26 Service of Remembrance Convention Assembled Alumnae Awards Luncheon Educational Sessions Regional Caucuses Candlelight Banquet
or stay after to experience Palm Springs and Rancho Mirage (visit www.alphaphi.org for details). Whether you attend to be educated, network or reunite and reminisce, the Alpha Phi connection is there. We hope you join us for this wonderful opportunity.
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway e h t r o ar k P Du l a ring ation your N stay, visit Joshua Tree Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Who may attend Convention? A: All members, their families and friends are invited! Those eligible to vote during Convention Assembled include collegiate chapter presidents, chapter advisers, alumnae chapter presidents, International Executive Board directors, Foundation Board directors, NPC delegates and two representatives from each regional team.
Q: How do I make flight arrangements? A: The resort is accessible from Palm Springs, Ontario International and LAX airports. Contact Canyon Creek Travel, Alpha Phi International’s official travel agent, at 800.952.1998 to make your flight arrangements. Flight arrangements must be finalized by June 1. (Ground transportation instructions are available in Convention 2004 materials posted at www.alphaphi.org.)
Q: How do I register? What is the registration deadline? A: Registration materials and additional information are posted at the Alpha Phi International Web site at www.alphaphi.org/conferences.html. Or you may call 847.316.8938 to request materials by mail or fax. The early bird registration deadline is March 15.
Q: Will there be any time to sightsee? A: Convention is always busy for delegates. Alpha Phi International recommends you travel early or stay after Convention to take advantage of all there is to see and do nearby. Area attractions include horseback riding, hot-air ballooning, Indian Canyons, Bob Hope Cultural Center, Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, The Living Desert Reserve, Children’s Discovery Museum, Palm Springs Air Museum, Palm Springs Desert Museum, world-class shopping and worldrenowned golf.
Q: How much does it cost to attend? A: The all-inclusive Convention early bird package is $995. It includes attendee’s registration fee, four room nights, taxes and tariffs, housekeeping gratuities, roundtrip airport transfers, four continental breakfasts, three lunches, four dinners, meal taxes and gratuities (based on double occupancy). Package does not include airfare. A special weekend rate of $650 also is available.
Registration materials are available at www.alphaphi.org/conferences.html or call 847.316.8938 to request materials via mail or fax.
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Alpha Phi International plans a special reunion during Convention 2004 for those who attended collegiate chapters in California. A reception is scheduled for Friday, June 25, for $10 per person. Following the reception, join us for dinner – or for the entire weekend! Details and invitations will be sent in the spring. If you attended a collegiate chapter in California and your mailing information is not current with the Executive Office, please contact the Alumnae Department at alumnae@alphaphi.org or 847.316.8940 to ensure you receive more information. What better way to reignite strong feelings for Alpha Phi while having fun with sisters? Experience the powerful feeling that only an Alpha Phi Convention can provide. We hope to see you there!
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Creating a Revolution: MIT Senior Fights Big Tobacco You’ve seen the campaigns on television. In one, people numbered from 1 to 1,200 stream into streets from all directions and crowd in front of a major tobacco company. Suddenly, every one of them drops to the ground as if dead. “Tobacco kills 1,200 people a day” flashes on the television, followed by the wording, “Ever think about taking a day off?” Behind the Truth campaign is Christine Ortiz (ZΦ-MIT), a senior political science major at MIT. As a high school student, Christine became involved in Florida’s campaign and eventually in the national campaign. Out of this evolved Revolution, a consulting firm specializing in advocacy development, social change and empowerment, of which Christine is the company’s president and chief executive officer. Discovering the Truth Christine’s life as an activist began in Orlando, Fla. In 1998, the late Governor Lawton Chiles brought together 400 Florida youth and charged them with developing a campaign to combat the tobacco industry. Thus, the formation of Florida’s Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) and its Truth campaign. For three years, Christine sat on the state board of directors, representing Seminole County, was president of both the county and her high school chapters of SWAT and became chairperson of the Tobacco-free Partnership. When planning for the national Truth campaign began in 1999, Christine was one of two youth from Florida selected to sit on the development board.
Phis in Politics Assistant Secretary of State Volunteering for political campaigns paid off for Amy Bracht (Θ∆Creighton), assistant secretary of state and deputy election director for the state of Nebraska. She also
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is the national committeewoman and a voting national board member for the Nebraska Federation of Young Republicans. “My personal goals are to get women more involved in politics, and someday run for office myself,” says Amy. “We need more women to be interested in politics and make a difference.”
Did Christine ever think the Truth campaign would grow to the point it has today? “Yes, and no,” she says. “At the first conference in 1998, Governor Chiles spoke about how we were part of the beginning of something truly powerful. We definitely thought big. And we believed it, but with a kind of childhood naivety. I had no idea my life would be impacted to the degree it has been. I am really blessed to have had these experiences.” Then came the Revolution In 2001, Christine and four other college students who founded the National Truth Campaign and other state and national campaigns joined together to form Revolution. “After several years experience in youth empowerment anti-tobacco industry campaigns, our services were sought after by many programs, states and marketing firms,” says Christine. “We were asked to do presentations, speaking engagements, trainings and consulting.” The company has established an impressive clientele, and Christine says it keeps her busy. During the summer alone, Christine traveled to present keynote speeches at conferences, ran several day-long training sessions and consulted with national non-profits about their youth programs. In addition, she attended the Undergraduate Interfraternity Institute (UIFI) - did we mention Christine is MIT’s Panhellenic president and has been active in the Panhellenic Council since she joined Alpha Phi? “Revolution and all the associated activism and advocacy I do are more than a full time job. However, since every project I’m involved with – whether it’s Revolution, Panhellenic, classes or other organizations – is something I am passionate about and love to do, I don’t consider it work. I am so lucky to truly love my job.”
Career in Lobbying Amy Brackenbury (Σ-Washington) was first introduced to the world of lobbying by an Alpha Phi sister who suggested she apply for an internship, and she has pursued it ever since. After working as a contract lobbyist, Amy joined the Washington Food Industry, a trade association. Today, she is vice president of governmental affairs and continues to lobby on occasion.
Not Your Typical Hill Job Angela Brightman (ZΠ-Case Western Reserve) works for an Arlington, Va., direct mail agency that writes fundraising letters for political candidates. “I work with several candidates at local, state and federal levels on a daily basis,” says Angela. “Fundraising is a necessity of our campaigning process, and I am proud to be a part of it.”
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Christine admits it can be stressful: “MIT alone is stressful, but I have had a lot of experience being overloaded and have learned how to balance. My sisters have really helped me to maintain the balance that is essential so I don’t go crazy!” Christine says she has high hopes for the future of the company, including working through several avenues to ensure her generation is an empowered generation. In addition to working with established programs that believe in the youth empowerment model of social change as well as those not currently employing the model, Revolution is working to launch its own programs and campaigns to address issues that affect youth today, she adds. “We hope Revolution will soon become the organization that adults look to for direction in establishing and maintaining a successful youth empowerment program,” she continues. “We also hope to become a resource that youth come to for motivation and assistance in achieving positive social change.” Will Christine continue to head Revolution after college? “I like to see where life will lead me,” she says. “I have many goals and aspirations: holding public office (U.S. Senate), becoming a professor at MIT, developing several non-profit organizations and programs, and I absolutely see the work I am doing in Revolution as a way toward each and every one of those goals.” All this for someone who graduated high school just a few years ago. Imagine what this Alpha Phi will do in the decades to come.
U.S. District Judge U.S. District Judge Joy Flowers Conti (EI-Duquesne) has represented the Western District of Pennsylvania since 2002. She taught and practiced law for more than 28 years and received several awards and recognitions throughout her career, including being listed in The Best Lawyers in America, Who’s Who in America and Who’s Who in American Law. She is a
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frequent author and lecturer on bankruptcy and corporate law. Political Expert Anna Greenberg (∆-Cornell) is vice president of Greenberg Quinlan Rosner Research in Washington, D.C. The former Harvard University John F. Kennedy School of Government professor focuses on domestic political campaigns, issue campaigns and foundation research. She has advised
Register to vote – and exercise that right! • The legal voting age in both the U.S. and Canada is 18. Only half of eligible Americans voted in the 2000 presidential election. In Canada, only 61 percent of voters participated in the last federal election. See the Resources list for voter registration information. Knowledge is power • Educate yourself about the candidates and issues at all levels of government. Attend civic, town hall and local party meetings. Take a course in government or public service. Make your voice heard • Sign petitions. Contact your elected officials. • Join a student council or government. • Begin a local branch of a national/ federal political organization or begin a new club in your community.
• Get involved with an issue that concerns you by joining a grassroots organization or by lobbying for a specific cause. • Contribute time or money to a party’s national committee. • Run for office. Begin at the local/ municipal level: consider party offices such as committeewoman or civic offices such as school board or town council member. Offer to help • Volunteer at the campus, local/ municipal, state/provincial or national/federal level. Offer your time at a party headquarters or for a specific candidate’s campaign. • Work at the polls on election day. • Get friends and family involved.
How to Get Involved in Alpha Phi • Serve as an officer in your collegiate or alumnae chapter. • Become an adviser or house corporation board member for a collegiate chapter. • Run for the Alpha Phi International Executive Board or the Alpha Phi Foundation Board of Directors.
• Volunteer as a regional team member, specialist or committee member. • Represent Alpha Phi on the interfraternal level: join your college or university Panhellenic council, alumnae Panhellenic association or serve Alpha Phi International as a National Panhellenic Conference delegate.
For more information about Revolution, visit www.revolutionizenow.com. To learn more about Truth, visit www.thetruth.com.
a broad range of candidates and served as a consultant to the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee. She is frequently quoted by American and British media on the topic of American politics and public opinion. Serving Presidents Sheri Semon Lietzow (BΠ-USC) has worked for former President Ronald Reagan since 1988, most recently in his
personal office as government liaison and personal assistant. Sheri also worked for President George W. Bush’s campaign in 2000 and a local congressional campaign in 2002. Congressional Press Secretary Melissa Mazzella (BE-Arizona) is press secretary for Congresswoman Candice Miller from Michigan. (continued on next page) PAGE FIVE
Congresswoman Places Children, Education, Women’s Rights on Forefront In more than a decade of service in the U.S. House of Representatives, Congresswoman Lynn Robinson Woolsey ( -Washington) has worked to make children, education and women’s rights a top priority. Lynn’s commitment to children stems from her experience as a single mother on welfare. Thirty-five years ago, newly separated and the mother of three toddlers, Lynn landed a low-paying secretarial job with a company that provided no childcare or medical insurance. For three years, Lynn was forced to go on public assistance to make ends meet. Eventually she worked her way off welfare and became the first former welfare mom to serve in Congress. “When I was able to get on my feet again, I wanted to do everything possible to help others who need a helping hand in Legislation Supported by Rep. Woolsey Rep. Woolsey co-sponsored more than 100 bills in the 108th Congress, including H.R. 2952, the Global Democracy Promotion Act, which would stop foreign organizations from being barred from U.S.-supported family planning programs solely because they provide certain legal health services with their own funds. Bills written or introduced by Rep. Woolsey in the 108th Congress include: H.RES.21: ratifies the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) H.R.1657: provides funding for programs at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences regarding breast cancer in younger women H.R.2300: amends part D of title IV of the Social Security Act to improve the collection of child support arrears in interstate cases. H.R.2987: amends the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to improve the nutrition of students served under child nutrition programs. H.R.3416: allows more children to take advantage of school meals and addresses important health and nutrition issues. H.AMDT.89 to H.R.1350: defines a free public education as one that is reasonably calculated to provide educational benefit to enable the child with a disability to access the general curriculum.
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“Work in politics is very exciting, as no two days are the same. It takes energy and persistence,” says Melissa. She believes the drive and determination of the nation is evidenced daily: “So many young Americans are in Washington because they truly want to make a difference.”
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Work for a U.S. Senator and Still Time for Alpha Phi Marsha Cooper Moore (ΘALinfield) works for U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell from Washington state. She also worked on the senator’s campaign in 2000. In addition, Marsha serves Alpha Phi International as Spokane, Wash., alumnae chapter president.
order to bridge the gap between the haves and the have-nots,” says Lynn. First elected in 1992, Lynn is serving her sixth term as a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing California’s Sixth Congressional District comprised of Marin County and two-thirds of Sonoma County. Children As chair of the Democratic Caucus Task Force on Children and Families, Lynn is tackling issues such as health care for children and child safety. The congresswoman is working to expand childcare for infants and children whose parents work non-traditional hours and to improve child support collection. In the 108th Congress, Lynn was unanimously elected as lead Democrat on the House Education and Workforce Committee’s Subcommittee on Education Reform. In that role, Lynn is working with both sides of the aisle to make education the nation’s number one priority. According to the congresswoman, “Children are 25 percent of our population and 100 percent of our nation’s future. There is no better investment we can make in homeland security than investing in our children, particularly in their education.” The subcommittee has jurisdiction over all legislation that affects elementary and secondary schools, as well as many other federal programs that benefit children, such as Head Start and child nutrition programs. Two pieces of legislation introduced by Lynn include the Healthy Children Through Better Nutrition Act of 2003 (H.R.3416) and a proposed amendment to the Richard B. Russell Contact Rep. Woolsey Washington, D.C., Office: National School Lunch 2263 Rayburn House Office Building Act to improve the Washington, D.C. 20515 nutrition of students 202.225.5161 Fax: 202.225.5163 served under child www.woolsey.house.gov nutrition programs.
Running A Campaign Donna Dyer Reagan (Ψ-South Dakota) served as daughter Michele Reagan’s campaign and finance manager in her bid to become an Arizona state representative. “Years back I wanted to run for political office, but raising a family, teaching and running a family business became higher priorities,” says Donna. “In 2002, I got a close fulfillment of that
dream when Michele was elected.” Donna is now working on Michele’s 2004 election campaign. Political Wives Dorothy “Dotty” Hennlein England (∆Z-Maryland) is the wife of Secretary of the Navy Gordon R. England. Secretary England is only the second person in history to serve twice in the position and the first
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Rep. Woolsey’s Involvement in Committees/Caucuses Children’s Task Force, chair Congressional Friends of Animals Congressional Human Rights Caucus Congressional Task Force on Health and Tobacco Congressional Task Force on International HIV/AIDS Democratic Caucus Task Force on Children and Families Democratic Caucus Task Force on Welfare Reform, co-chair Education Task Force of the California Delegation Bipartisan Caucus, co-chair House Democratic Leadership, assistant whip House Education and Workforce Committee’s Subcommittee on Education Reform Internet Caucus Livable Communities Task Force Missing and Exploited Children’s Caucus, founding member Progressive Caucus, vice chair Renewable Energy Caucus
Women’s rights The congresswoman’s work for women’s rights issues ranges from health care supplement grants to improving the current child support collection system. In 2004, she plans to introduce legislation that will help women balance work obligations and family responsibilities, known as the Balancing Act. An issue the congresswoman has been fighting for since coming to Capitol Hill a decade ago is for the United States to ratify the United Nations Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), popularly called the “international women’s treaty.” Since taking office, she has introduced a resolution in every Congress calling on the Senate to ratify CEDAW; the current resolution has 102 bipartisan sponsors. “Women around the world suffer from violence, poverty and malnutrition. The root cause of this suffering is the discrimination women face with property rights, access to education, work opportunities and civil rights,” says Lynn. “One hundred and sixty-nine countries have ratified CEDAW, and the United States is the only industrialized country that has not.” Lynn says another important piece of legislation currently on the House floor that all women should be aware of is the partial birth abortion recently passed by Congress and signed by President Bush. “I expect this bill to be overturned in the Supreme Court
to serve in back-to-back terms, serving his first term in 2001. In 2003, he also became the first Deputy Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Susan Breshears Bayh (Λ-UC/Berkeley) is the wife of U.S. Senator Evan Bayh. Elected to his first term in 1998, Sen. Bayh also served two terms as Indiana’s governor.
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Politics Is In Her Blood Ashley Haugh Leduc (Ξ-Toronto) attended her first political event when she was eleven days old. Her mother, Linda Zeisner (Ξ-Toronto) worked for the leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Canada during the 1972 national election. “My parents tell me on election night, they covered my bassinet with campaign signs so I wouldn’t get hit by flying champagne corks.”
because they have made it clear: our laws cannot take away a woman’s right to a safe and accepted medical procedure when her health is in danger. I have complete faith that our judicial system will halt this unconstitutional attempt to chip away at a woman’s right to medical choice … We have a moral obligation to promote and protect women’s health, not endanger it.” Advice for aspiring politicians What advice does the congresswoman give to those looking to getting involved in politics? “The most important thing to remember is that a politician is a public servant,” says Lynn. “Every day, I work first and foremost for the people of Marin and Sonoma County and, as a federal representative, I strive to protect the freedoms and liberties that we all cherish as Americans. I counsel youngsters and young adults to stay active and involved in their lives, to take a stand on issues that are important to them and never stand around while the world passes by.” Before being elected to Congress, Lynn served on the Petaluma (Calif.) City Council for eight years, owned a human resources consulting and employment agency and worked as a human resources manager for a large high-tech manufacturer in Marin County.
Resources U.S. Federal Election Commission, www.fec.gov or 800.424.9530 (voter registration and information) League of Women Voters, www.lwv.org or 202.429.1965 Rock the Vote®, www.rockthevote.org or 202.828.0138 (for younger voters) U.S. Government, http://firstgov.gov or 202.456.1111 Women’s Policy, Inc., www.womenspolicy.org or 202.554.2323 CANADA Elections Canada, www.elections.ca or 800.463.6868 (voter registration and information) Government of Canada, http://canada.gc.ca or 800.622.6232 The Parliament of Canada, www.parl.gc.ca or 866.599.4999 Prime Minister, http://pm.gc.ca or 613.992.4211
As a child, Ashley attended political rallies, stuffed envelopes and knocked on doors. In high school and university she served a local riding association (electoral district). The former educational leadership consultant says a favorite experience was working for the Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario in riding services. “The Party was ramping up for an expected election call (Canada does not have set election dates as in the U.S.), so it was an exciting time to work at headquarters,” says Ashley.
She worked at Queen’s Park (the Provincial seat of government) and for both provincial and national election campaigns. She volunteers on both the local and provincial level and currently sits as a director on her provincial riding association.
Thank you to all Alpha Phis in politics who shared their stories with the Quarterly. If your information was not included in the article, please do not think we’ve forgotten you. We may contact you in the future.
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Celebrating a Milestone: Happy 100th Birthday to Carol Klink Claussen Alpha Phi International salutes a sister who proved that Alpha Phi really is for a lifetime. Carol Klink Claussen (K-Stanford) turned 100 on Dec. 15. Born in San Francisco, Calif., Carol attended Katherine Burk’s School for Girls and went on to Stanford University where she joined Alpha Phi in 1922. Graduation, marriage, a move to Sacramento and children followed, during which time she helped develop the Sacramento area alumnae chapter. In her child-rearing years, Carol helped produce children’s radio programs, worked at a Well Baby Clinic and taught Sunday school. She helped the Girl Scouts of America‚ begin in Sacramento, leading the second Girl Scout troop in Sacramento for several years. Later, she served on the Girl Scouts‚ board of directors. During this time, she remained active in the Sacramento alumnae chapter, serving in most officer positions and opening her home for meetings, parties and philanthropy events. In the 1950s, Carol returned to college, attending CSU/Sacramento for a teaching credential and became a substitute teacher. When CSU/Sacramento (EΓ) was established in 1968, she served on its first house corporation board. She served as UC/Davis (EP)’s first chapter adviser after its formation in 1974. The Claussen home hosted many visits from field secretaries and district governors during these years. Carol added Epsilon Gamma chapter adviser, district governor and service on the national
nominating committee to her volunteer activities as well. Alpha Phi International recognized Carol with the Ivy and Michaelanean awards and an Alpha Phi Foundation scholarship in her name. A dedicated volunteer, she gave much of herself to the people and projects she loved. Carol received a 75-year pin not long ago – an outward symbol of what Alpha Phi gave back to her in happy memories. Alpha Phi was a Carol Klink Claussen constant part of her life as evident in her 81 years of sisterhood. May her life and devotion inspire you as it has Alpha Phi. –Jane Claussen Finger (BΨ-San Jose State) and Stephanie van Staveren Ketsdever (EΓ-CSU/Sacramento)
Editor's Note: The Quarterly regrets to report that Carol Claussen passed away on Dec. 31, 2003.
A Lifetime of Sisterhood… What Better Reason to Support Alpha Phi By Paying Your 2004 Alumnae Dues? Paying alumnae dues ($20.00) and Founders’ Day pennies ($1.31) directly supports the Fraternity’s programs and initiatives and allows Alpha Phi to deliver the support systems and services our members want. Examples are developing the Fraternity’s Online Community
(www.alphaphi.org/onlinecommunity), improving services for local alumnae chapters’ leadership and partially funding with the Alpha Phi Foundation educational leadership consultants to visit collegiate chapters. This is just a small sampling of how you can help Alpha Phi!
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North Central Midwest Region EVANSVILLE/TRI-STATE AREA, IND. Alumnae, family and friends gathered in August for a picnic and Evansville Otters baseball game. The chapter’s name was even announced, and mascot Evan the Otter visited the children. Alumnae gathered for an October luncheon to honor Joan Fritz Byers (BT-Indiana) for her 50-year membership. Louise Lambert Carter (ZZ-Murray State and BT-Indiana), Tracey Manis (EΠEvansville) and Jolee Dever Quates (EΠ-Evansville) were recognized for 25 years of sisterhood. –Stephanie Keilman Walsh (∆Π-Indiana State) EVANSVILLE/TRI-STATE CONTACT:
Lorrie Hamrick Bilderback (∆P-Ball State)
lorrie@us.ibm.com 812.490.2547 MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL, MINN. Alumnae hosted an Italian style dinner in September. More than 80 collegians and alumnae celebrated Founders’ Day in October with a brunch, special programming and silent auction benefiting the Alpha Phi Foundation. Lisa Bostic Miller (E-Minnesota) and Valerie Wagenknecht Jones (E-Minnesota) coordinated the silent auction. During November, members bowled at Mall of America in Bloomington. The annual holiday party and cookie exchange was in December. –Deena Neubauer (ΓΣ-Wisconsin/Stout) MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL CONTACT:
Deena Neubauer
dneubauer@healtheast.org 651.275.1551 MILWAUKEE, WIS. Thirty-seven alumnae met on Oct. 8 to celebrate Founders’ Day. Alpha Phi International Program Manager of Alumnae Membership Alissa Meyer (ZΞ-Elmhurst) and Alpha Phi Foundation Coordinator WINTER 2004
of Chapter Development and Marketing Kristy Tomala (ZΞ-Elmhurst) were special guests. –Linda Robnett Short (∆Ψ-Wisconsin/Oshkosh) MILWAUKEE CONTACT:
Linda Short
cabinstil@milwpc.com 262.375.2494
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Enjoying some fine wines are (from left): Jenny Holsman (ΓΠ-Arizona State), Taylor Atseff (A-Syracuse), Kate Buehl McMahon (∆-Cornell), Katherine Younker (ΓBUC/Santa Barbara) and Angie Hagan Peden (ΘI-James Madison).
Northeast Region BUFFALO, N.Y. A Founders’ Day brunch at Tracey Rosenthal Drury’s (ΘE-SUNY/Buffalo) home honored Silver Sisters – Alpha Phis for more than 50 years. A happy hour, dinner and a musical were highlights of November and December. Silver Sisters hold monthly lunches and welcome all members. –Elizabeth Joy Santos (ΘK-Rochester) BUFFALO CONTACT:
Tracey Drury
tdrury@amcity.com 716.731.6420 www.geocities.com/alphaphibuffalum FINGER LAKES, N.Y. May’s Taste of the Finger Lakes wine event allowed members to sample wine and food pairings from area wineries while they raised funds for a local heart charity. Thank you to Maren Hosmer, owner of Hosmer Winery, for donating wines. An Oct. 23 Founders’ Day dinner with Syracuse (A) collegians at the Alpha chapter house recognized 25-, 50- and 75-year members. The event included a tour of the chapter’s house to show off improvements incorporated during the summer: new bathrooms, a patio and painting. –Melanie Takata Heaphy (EP-UC/Davis) FINGER LAKES CONTACT:
Melanie Heaphy
NYC METRO, N.Y. In October, alumnae celebrated Founders’ Day at a lower Manhattan restaurant and enjoyed Oktoberfest with Sigma Alpha Epsilon alumni. Many area Phis are active in the NYC Panhellenic Association. –Danielle Altruda (ΘM-Hofstra) NYC METRO CONTACT:
Danielle Altruda
dinkiesteach@hotmail.com 718.740.3292 www.groups.yahoo.com/groups/APhi_NYCAlum CHARLOTTE, N.C. Alumnae enjoyed a Phiesta potluck dinner at Mary Ryan Evans’ (ΓN-Miami University) home in September. A Founders’ Day brunch and ceremony was organized by Alice Schmitt LeFebvre (ΛUC/Berkeley). International Executive Board Member Peg DeChant Thornburg (BΩ-Kent State) discussed Board news. The next social is a jewelry making party, hosted by Tracy Weaver Hickman (EΦΛ-NC State). –Janeen Golomb Moore (EB-Butler) CHARLOTTE CONTACT:
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Jennifer Newton (ΓΞ-Wichita State), front row second from left, is chosen to be on “A Makeover Story,” a TLC television program scheduled to air in January. She is pictured with other alumnae and the location crew.
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San Fernando Valley alumnae co-host a senior banquet for graduating Epsilon Upsilon collegians.
RHODE ISLAND Rhody Phis’ third annual Move Your Phi’t 5K in September raised $1,265 for the Alpha Phi Foundation. In October, alumnae and Rhode Island (I∆) collegians celebrated Founders’ Day with a ceremony and brunch at a waterfront restaurant. In November, alumnae attended a performance of the Ocean State Follies. Kristin Nelson Osberg (ΘB-Bryant) hosted a holiday cookie swap in December, and the chapter donated items to a needy family for the holidays. –Kim Norton-O’Brien (ZP-Bentley) RHODE ISLAND CONTACT:
Kim Norton-O’Brien
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Foster (∆Ξ-Nebraska/Kearney) and Tricia Kyler Bowling (ΘΓ-Northeast Missouri State) for their
PORTLAND, ORE. The Oct. 18 Founders’ Day celebration honored 25- and 50-year members. Sisters welcomed three alumnae initiates during the year — one at the Founders’ Day luncheon. December included a holiday dinner and toy drive. Upcoming events include creating sundry bags for the needy, a spring luncheon and book club meetings. –Helen Bishop Peoples (BY-Oregon State)
hard work creating a new chapter Web site. –Kari Taylor (O-Missouri)
PORTLAND CONTACT:
Joanne Finamore Godfrey (H∆-CSU/Hayward)
joannec@easystreet.com 503.690.9305 BRITISH COLUMBIA President Kara Singh Bubela (ΘH-Western Ontario) was installed during a summer dinner party hosted by Ada Chan Mah (BΘ-British Columbia). Ada serves as chapter adviser to British Columbia (BΘ). In September, alumnae and recent graduates gathered for a sisters’ night out. Founders’ Day was celebrated Oct. 19. –Cecily Kidd (AΛ)
GREATER KANSAS CITY CONTACT:
Gretchen McClure (ΘΓ-Northeast Missouri State) gretchenmcclure@lycos.com 913.268.7468 www.kc-aphis.com
TOPEKA, KAN. More than 60 collegians and alumnae celebrated Founders’ Day Oct. 13 at the newly redecorated Washburn (Y) chapter house. Following dinner, alumnae bid on gift baskets in a silent auction that benefited the collegiate chapter and the Alpha Phi Foundation. Collegians presented outstanding member awards and introduced 21 new members. The evening concluded with a candle lighting ceremony. Alumnae hosted a Homecoming open house in October that included brunch, Upsilon chapter house tours and an opportunity to watch the Homecoming parade. –Rebecca Collins (Y-Washburn)
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Kara Bubela
Rebecca Collins
aphivancouver@yahoo.com 604.587.KARA http://ca.geocities.com/aphivancouver
aphigirl01@hotmail.com 785.267.2674
South Central Region GREATER KANSAS CITY, KAN. Attendees dressed in tropical outfits and enjoyed authentic Hawaiian slat key guitar music at a fall luau. Members sold cheeseballs as a fundraiser and made gift bags for local collegians to begin the school year. Washburn (Y) and Central Missouri State (ΘΛ) collegians joined the women to celebrate Founders’ Day with a coffeehouse chat; two 50-year members were recognized. Alumnae thank Katey
WICHITA, KAN. Alumnae helped Wichita State (ΓΞ) collegians prepare for recruitment with a mock rush event. The women also sponsored an ice cream social to welcome new members and celebrate the beginning of the school year. –Patricia Spiegel (ΓΞ-Wichita State) WICHITA CONTACT:
Patricia Spiegel
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TEXAS CHAPTERS UNITE IN CELEBRATION
Sisters from Far North Dallas and Surrounding Counties and Dallas and Suburban alumnae chapters host a joint Founders’ Day celebration.
Members enjoyed a dinner and a movie girls’ night out event in November. The annual holiday ornament exchange included a potluck supper. Spring events include dinner at a popular Mexican restaurant in January and a Babysitting on Valentine’s Day fundraiser in February. –Becky Morse (Φ-Oklahoma) OKLAHOMA CITY CONTACT:
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bmorse@centuryfitness.com 405.840.1709 AUSTIN IVY CONNECTION, TEXAS The ivy connection received its charter in July 2003. Chapter leaders attended an officer workshop in August hosted by past San Antonio chapter president Rita Rich Browning (Ω-Texas). South Central Region Alumnae Membership Coordinator Betty Jo Ferraro Fuller (AΛ) and Alpha Phi International Director of Alumnae Cindy Erwin also participated. An Aug. 13 initiation ceremony with Texas (Ω) collegians welcomed Carey Kirkpatrick (AΛ) into sisterhood. Alumnae served refreshments and set up tables during Omega’s fall recruitment. Carey Kirkpatrick created a Web site that provides information about both the traditional alumnae chapter and ivy connection. –Wendy Worth (P-Ohio State)
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Diane Flower Waggoner (ZM-Colorado State and EΩΛ-Texas A&M) dwaggoner@cox-internet.com 512.763.1570 www.austinareaalphaphi.org
DALLAS AND SUBURBAN, TEXAS Sisters met in September at President Kim Spadoni Criscuolo’s (ΓI-Texas Tech) home. Officers provided dinner, and sisters brought a special memory to share. During a special Founders’ Day celebration (see sidebar), Ashley Reaves (EΩΛ-Texas A&M) was presented the chapter’s Bordeaux Award for outstanding service to Alpha Phi in the past year, and Carol Grimes Roe (Ω-Texas) received the chapter’s Silver Award for lifelong service to Alpha Phi. –Callie Gerald (ΓI-Texas Tech) DALLAS AND SUBURBAN CONTACT:
Kim Criscuolo
kimberly.criscuolo@canyoncreektravel.com 972.907.1027 www.geocities.com/sys113
AUSTIN IVY CONNECTION CONTACT: Dallas and Suburban and Far North Dallas and Surrounding Counties chapters hosted a joint Founders’ Day lunch Oct. 4. Ande Hinds Johnston (Ω-Texas) organized the event. The guest speaker
Rona Mayer (Ω-Texas)
AustinIvyRocks@aol.com 512.699.6209 www.austinareaalphaphi.org
was South Central Region Foundation Specialist Stacey Meier (ΓI-Texas Tech). Twenty-five and 50-
year members were recognized, and a promise ceremony honored the Founders. Collegian Sarah Roberts (ΓH-North Texas) followed the promise ceremony by singing a beautiful solo of “I Will Remember You.”
AUSTIN, TEXAS Alumnae gathered in August at Leslie Lace Wells’ (Ω-Texas) home to make goodie baskets for Texas’ (Ω) fall recruitment. Rhonda Osborn Rhode (ΩTexas) hosted a potluck dinner and Bunco game night in September.
FAR NORTH DALLAS AND SURROUNDING COUNTIES, TEXAS During a Founders’ Day celebration (see sidebar), Pat Millikan Brown (Ω-Texas) was presented a 50-year pin. Kim Segel (HP-San Diego) received the Bordeaux Award for outstanding service to Alpha Phi in the past year. The Ivy Award for service to the chapter during the past year was given to Jessica Warchol (ΓΩ-Midwestern State). The Silver Award
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Las Vegas alumnae are (from left): Lindzee Frei (BZIdaho), Hilary King (IZ-Colorado School of Mines), Marty Potter Blonn (BX-Bucknell), Michelle Budell (BZ-Idaho) and Natalie Asay Erskine (ΘΣ-Southern Utah).
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Celebrating a special Founders’ Day are (from left) Marilyn Gualtier Sanner (ZΠ-Case Western Reserve), Christine Mog (BO-Bowling Green State), Jamie Krovontka (EI-Duquesne) and Esther Frazier Samuelson (HΓ-Akron).
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Happy shoppers display their purchases from an October wardrobe party. Pictured are (from left): Mary Jane Welch Hadley (BA-Illinois), Ann Bale, Sue Prinz Hudson (BOBowling Green State) and Nancy Siler Westfall (P-Ohio State).
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for lifelong service to Alpha Phi was presented to Alma McClintock Rollins (ΓH-North Texas). Other fall and winter events included a pottery design party, 5K Move Your Phi’t fundraiser and a holiday Santa’s Helpers toy drive community service event in conjunction with a local television station. –Jessica Johnson (ΓΩ-Midwestern State)
October brought a Founders’ Day luncheon with North Texas (ΓH) collegians. Alumnae recognized 75-year member Mary Elizabeth Laney Gillfillan (Φ-Oklahoma); Mary’s daughter, Janet Gillfillan Ragsdale (Ω-Texas), joined the celebration. –Nadine Troll Parsons (ZN-Texas Christian) FORT WORTH CONTACT:
Cathy Brown (ZN-Texas Christian)
cbrowntcu@sbcglobal.net 817.465.8696 www.angelfire.com/tx4/aphi HOUSTON, TEXAS Fall began with a Mamma Mia Alpha Phia Italian dinner at Mimi Gordon Hagedorn’s (N-Nebraska) home. President Victoria Newman Bunch (∆Θ-Western Michigan) presented 25-, 50- and 75-year membership recognitions during the Oct. 18 Founders’ Day event. Alumnae and Texas Children’s Hospital representatives are preparing for Spring Break Houston 2004. For information about becoming an intern, contact Linda Schraub Ray (Ω-Texas) at Linda_Ray@ cushwake.com. Young alumnae began an ivy circle with an October happy hour. To become involved, contact Carissa Waida (ΓI-Texas Tech) at ccwaida@central.uh.edu. Upcoming events include preparing care packages for local collegians, exchanging holiday cookies, a fundraising dinner and a healthy cooking class. –Ginger Dillard Cleveland (Ω-Texas)
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Karla Hardy-Allford (ΓΩ-Midwestern State)
Victoria Bunch
karla@alumnae.alphaphi.org 972.624.0686
Houston_alpha_phi@hotmail.com 713.899.6126 www.geocities.com/a_phi_alums_houston/
FORT WORTH, TEXAS A September meeting at the home of South Central Regional Manager Susan Stone (ZN-Texas Christian) included entertainment by a palm and Tarot card reader.
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years of membership. The evening concluded with a ceremony honoring the Founders and singing “Hand to Hand.” In December, members held their annual holiday potluck dinner and wrapped gifts for an adopted family. –Susan Kimbrough Danbom (ΓI-Texas Tech) NORTHWEST HOUSTON CONTACT:
Gina Garner Winter (EΩΛ-Texas A&M)
gkdds@hotmail.com 281.296.0766
Southeast Region TAMPA BAY, FLA. The chapter celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Kate Keenan (HΛ-Boston) designed and maintains the chapter’s new Web site. The ivy circle has been meeting monthly under the leadership of Allyse Milentz (ΓH-North Texas) for happy hours, dinners, ball games, Fourth of July fireworks and free outdoor concerts. Alumnae met Florida Tech (ΘZ) collegians for a Founders’ Day luncheon. During the event, 50-year member Betsy Valentine Hall (BI-West Virginia) was recognized. Alumnae also prepared examination goodie bags for Theta Zetas and enjoyed a bracelet-making party, holiday brunch and the annual poinsettia sales fundraiser. –Jo M. Flower (ΓΘ-Colorado College)
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Nearly 300 sisters gather in October for a Southern California Founders’ Day event.
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Sandi Cummins (EY-CSU/Northridge) sandi@vmrdesigns.com 818.704.9802 www.SFVAlphaPhi.com
jflower@tampabay.rr.com 727.726.5367 www.tampabayaphis.com RICHMOND AND CENTRAL VIRGINIA When restaurant manager Liz Lord Hannum (HΠRichmond) learned several sisters had been without power and water for more than a week in September because of Hurricane Isabel, she invited them to enjoy a hot meal at her restaurant. September also saw the chapter’s most successful lawn sale. Alumnae recognized Founding sisters with a dessert fondue and celebration in October. –Judy Boyd Cogburn (∆N-Maine) RICHMOND AND CENTRAL VIRGINIA CONTACT:
Judy Cogburn
richmondaphi@mail.com 804.932.8669 www.angelfire.com/va/richmondaphialum
Southwest Region SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, CALIF. Alumnae assisted with recruitment at CSU/Northridge (EY) and attended an October Southern California Founders’ Day event. Fall meetings were held at a local coffee house, nail salon and a member’s house. December’s meeting doubled as a gift exchange and toy drive for area underprivileged children. Several alumnae serve as advisers to Cal State Northridge and represent Alpha Phi on the San Fernando Valley Panhellenic Association. Monthly social activities have included happy hours, teas, museum visits, wine tasting and putting at golf greens. –Ingrid Gluck (ZB-Loyola Marymount)
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LAS VEGAS, NEV. The chapter is revitalizing and looking for area alumnae to join. Activities included a meet and greet and Founders’ Day dinner. Thanks to sisters who have participated and helped out. –Jolie Alnutt (HB-CSU/San Bernardino) LAS VEGAS CONTACT:
Jolie Alnutt
alphaphilv@yahoo.com 702.595.4884 PHOENIX, ARIZ. In October, alumnae and collegians enjoyed a Founders’ Day luncheon and silent auction that netted approximately $200. Five 50-year members were recognized: Nancy McCloughen Vlassis (BTIndiana), Gayle Jasmin Whitesell (E-Minnesota), Louise Ralston Slotta (X-Montana), Marian Webb Abbott (BE-Arizona) and Laura Gutz Wyman (ΨSouth Dakota). Other events included an Arizona Diamondbacks® baseball game, a pottery night, jazz evening at the Desert Botanical Gardens and happy hours. Upcoming events include volunteering at St. Vincent de Paul’s dining room, participating in the American Cancer Society’s® Relay for Life®, a daytrip to Sedona and another evening making jewelry. –Sara Keltner Ellis (O-Missouri) PHOENIX CONTACT:
During college, you bought a T-shirt to remember every Alpha Phi date party, formal, Homecoming and Founders’ Day. Now you’ve graduated. You have a job. Your boss wants you to wear a suit, not a T-shirt. What do you do with the drawer full of shirts? Marilyn Mason Thomas (BK-Denison) can turn your old T-shirts into a one-of-akind keepsake. The quilt shown here is owned by Erin Bucholz (ZΓ-Santa Clara). E-mail Marilyn at ClassicQuilts@aol.com for more information on creating your own quilt.
Sara Ellis
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Upper Midwest Region DETROIT EAST SUBURBAN, MICH. The chapter held its 25th annual Salad and Dessert potluck Oct. 14 to celebrate Founders’ Day. The traditional Bring an Appetizer to Share holiday party was Dec. 7. Plans are underway for a spring garage sale with proceeds benefiting the Alpha Phi Foundation and heart projects. –Geneva Halliday (Θ-Michigan) DETROIT EAST CONTACT:
Geneva Halliday
Geneva.Halliday@usdoj.gov 313.882.0814 BEREA, OHIO Alumnae celebrated Founders’ Day on Oct. 13 with a potluck dinner and ceremony. December’s meeting was a holiday ornament exchange. Plans are being made for Baldwin-Wallace’s (∆Y) 40th anniversary celebration next October. The chapter will begin raising funds for its Eloise Schaefer Tressel (∆Y-Baldwin-Wallace) scholarship, to be awarded to a Delta Upsilon collegian each year. –Stephanie Stultz (∆Y-Baldwin-Wallace) BEREA CONTACT:
Stephanie Stultz
sstultz@hy-tekmail.net 440.239.0371 CLEVELAND EAST, OHIO Alumnae gathered for a special Founders’ Day celebration Oct. 4 at Lakeview Cemetery in Mayfield Heights. A rose-laying ceremony at the gravesite of Elizabeth Grace Hubbell Shults (A-Syracuse) honored each of the Founders. The chapter secured funding for Elizabeth’s headstone in 1995 through an effort spearheaded by Joan Norris Graham (BO-Bowling Green State). Elizabeth’s husband and children are buried alongside her. –Jamie Krovontka (EI-Duquesne) CLEVELAND EAST CONTACT:
Jamie Krovontka
eddie117@hotmail.com 330.467.9568 DAYTON, OHIO Manager Kelli Conner Emoff (ZΨ-Dayton) and her staff welcomed alumnae to an after-hours wardrobe party at Chico’s on Oct. 13. After learning about new fashions, sisters enjoyed dinner. –Ann Lucas Bale (∆Π-Indiana State) DAYTON CONTACT:
Sandra Reed Mitchell (BI-West Virginia)
jmitchell3@woh.rr.com 937.293.9703
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CALIFORNIA Murrieta San Francisco City CANADA Calgary Quebec FLORIDA Daytona Beach Gulf Coast West Palm Beach INDIANA South Bend
MICHIGAN Holland
OVERSEAS Shanghai, China London, England Tokyo, Japan
NEW HAMPSHIRE Manchester
PENNSYLVANIA Susquehanna Valley
NEW YORK Hudson Valley
TENNESSEE Nashville
OHIO Akron
WASHINGTON Tacoma
OREGON Salem
WEST VIRGINIA Bridgeport
IOWA Des Moines
Ivy Connections (alumnae 10 years out of college and younger) CALIFORNIA Victorville
MICHIGAN Saginaw
PENNSYLVANIA Philadelphia
FLORIDA Tampa
OHIO Columbus Dayton
WISCONSIN Milwaukee
MAINE Bangor
Alpha Phi International seeks alumnae who are interested in forming alumnae chapters and ivy connections in the following areas: Davenport, Iowa South Atlanta, Ga. Frederick, Md. Please contact Alissa Meyer (ZΞ-Elmhurst) at ameyer@alphaphi.org if you are interested in getting involved with any of these chapters or starting a chapter in your area.
Congratulations to the following alumnae chapters for recently receiving their charters! METRO WEST BOSTON, MASS. Chartered: Nov. 16, 2003 Chapter President: Andrea Hankey (HA-New Hampshire) E-mail: andreahankey@hotmail.com KANSAS CITY, MO., METRO Chartered: Oct.15, 2003 Chapter President: Angie Jeffries (ΘΛ-Central Missouri State) E-mail: jeffang@gw.co.jackson.mo.us
CENTRAL NEW JERSEY Chartered: Nov. 16, 2003 Chapter President: Laura Malley-Schmitt (ZΦ-MIT) E-mail: malley@alum.mit.edu
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Alpha Phi Visits Capitol Hill Fraternity Executive Director Susan Zabriskie ( Michigan), Foundation Executive Director Rebecca Andrew Zanatta (BQ -Washington State) and National Panhellenic Delegate Sally McCall Grant ( -DePauw) joined other representatives of the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) and the North-American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) in Washington, D.C., in support of the Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act of 2003 (Senate Bill S.1246 and corresponding House Bill H.R.1523) in April and September 2003. Passage of S.1246 and H.R.1523 would allow fraternity and sorority foundations to make taxdeductible financial contributions for infrastructure improvements to meeting and dining areas in chapter houses in the same way that the tax code currently allows colleges and universities to use taxdeductible contributions to improve universityowned student housing on campus. This new legislation would provide the Alpha Phi Foundation with the option to award grants for safety improvements to chapter houses in addition to grants designated for educational purposes. During the D.C. visits, Alpha Phi leaders corresponded with more than a dozen known Alpha Phis currently working in different capacities on Capitol Hill. In fact, Congresswoman Lynn Robinson Woolsey ( -Washington) was the first NPC alumna to co-sponsor H.R.1523. “We must ensure that students are living in safe housing conditions while they are attending colleges and universities,” says Rep. Woolsey. “The Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act of 2003, H.R. 1523, will provide colleges and universities the extra boost they need to assure parents and the campus community that housing is structurally sound and meets safety requirements. Making safer housing available will help campuses across this nation meet their housing needs and prevent tragedy.” “What a difference passage of these two bills would make for our sorority facilities,” commented Sally. “I was honored to join the staff and volunteers of NPC and NIC on visits to the offices of many
Alpha Phi International NPC Delegate Sally Grant, left, and U.S. Rep. Lynn Woolsey are among Alpha Phis who attended a Washington, D.C., meeting in support of the Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act of 2003.
members of Congress. It was heartening to be in the Capitol on Sept. 17 when the Charitable Giving Act of 2003 (H.R. 7), which contained the language of H.R.1523, was passed by the House. If alumnae were allowed to make tax-deductible contributions to the Alpha Phi Foundation and designate their gifts for sprinkler systems and other infrastructure improvements, many of our facilities could be quickly upgraded.” “The North-American Intefraternity Conference invested great time and resources in Washington, D.C., because the pending legislation is vital to the health and safety of all our –Lynn Woolsey members,” says Jon C. Williamson, NIC executive vice president. “We began our work three years ago when it became apparent that safety is an important issue considering the age of many of our fraternity houses across the country. Through [collective] efforts and education, we are seeing tremendous results on the Hill, and we want our members to have the same options contributing to fraternities as they would contributing to their alma mater.” As the Quarterly goes to print, S.1246 has been referred to the Senate Committee on Finance with several Senate sponsors. Visit www.alphaphi.org for updates on these bills and how you can make a difference in Washington.
“Making safer housing available will help campuses across this nation meet their housing needs and prevent tragedy.”
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Alpha Phi International Annual Report 2003
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Dear Sisters: One of the International Executive Board’s key initiatives for the 2002-04 biennium is to expand and enhance Fraternity communications. For this reason, the Board and the Executive Office are pleased to present the Alpha Phi International Fraternity Annual Report for 2003. The report provides a concise record of activities that occurred during fiscal year 2003 (July 1, 2002-June 30, 2003). We have much to be proud of, as evidenced by the numerous accomplishments detailed in this report. Several exciting new Fraternity programs and services were developed. The Fraternity also enjoyed significant enhancements in collegiate and alumnae management, finances, staffing, training, communications and development. The Annual Report illustrates how the Fraternity is thriving – prepared to meet the challenges of the future. If you have questions regarding the report, please e-mail the Board at IEBQuestions@ alphaphi.org. Loyally, Crista Cate Vasina (∆Γ-Northern Colorado)
FINANCES The Fraternity’s financial position improved dramatically. The FY2003 audit provides details regarding the organization’s comfortable 2:1 reserves-to-operating expenses ratio. Net assets increased by more than $170,000. While the stock market remained volatile, Alpha Phi’s investment portfolio continued to outperform the market with yields that surpassed Standard & Poor’s average. Finally, a concerted effort by Executive Office staff and volunteers resulted in a 30 percent decrease of the Fraternity’s accounts receivable. COLLEGIATE MEMBERSHIP With 143 collegiate chapters, Alpha Phi enjoyed continued growth and improved strength in collegiate membership. We proudly installed our newest chapter, Iota Iota at The George Washington University. Sadly, we said good-bye to the Theta Delta chapter at Creighton University. During the 2002-03 academic year, approximately 4,000 collegiate women were initiated, and 26 percent of chapters reported improved strength in membership recruitment. A significant number of chapters and collegiate members were recognized locally for outstanding leadership, scholarship and service.
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MARKETING, COMMUNICATIONS, TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT Several new marketing, communications, training and development contributions were made during FY2003. Twenty-three audio training conferences were provided for chapter advisers, and eight topical audio roundtables were offered to collegiate and alumnae officers and advisers. Regional Conferences provided training to more than 850 collegians and alumnae volunteers. The Fraternity hosted VIPhi Weekend, an annual training conference specifically designed for regional team volunteers. An enhanced Emergency Preparation Plan emphasizing emergency procedures for severe weather, environmental disasters and acts of terrorism was distributed to collegiate chapters. Using the new programming development team concept, volunteers’ best practices were applied to several new initiatives, including an academic excellence project and the Fraternity’s first multi-media CDROM project, “Alpha Phi Reel Connections.” “Reel Connections” uses innovative technology to meet the learning style of today’s collegians. For the third year in a row, the Alpha Phi Quarterly earned an Award of Distinction from The Communicator Awards.
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ALUMNAE A targeted solicitation process was implemented to collect International alumnae dues. The new process resulted in dues payment from 8,084 alumnae – an impressive 35 percent increase over FY2002. Alumnae membership also increased with the colonization of 11 new alumnae chapters. Two new anniversary pins were designed to recognize members celebrating 25 and 75 years of Alpha Phi membership. These pins complement the Fraternity’s existing 50-year pin. In addition, an alumnae membership strategy committee was formed, bringing together experts to brainstorm and make recommendations that guide and enhance alumnae programming. STAFFING As envisioned by Alpha Phi International’s Strategic Plan, the Executive Office is fully staffed and operating with a talented team of experts. Executive Director Susan Zabriskie ( -Michigan) was hired in January to lead this team. Keri Miller ( Q-Ball State) accepted the new manager of chapter programming position, which is designed to better support our collegiate chapters. Former Educational Leadership Consultants Karen Goff (B-Northwestern) and Lindsay Martin (B -San Jose State) were hired as program coordinators for the consultant program and chapter operations, respectively. Brandi Baumgartner Peterson ( -Western Michigan) was hired to enhance the Fraternity’s support of collegiate chapter housing. To focus on the Fraternity’s marketing and communications, Kayee Ip became a full-time staff member. Shortly after the close of FY2003, Linda Schnetzer (BO-Bowling Green State) was promoted to fill the director of collegiate membership and extension position. FOUNDATION The Alpha Phi Foundation is proud to support the Fraternity in the development and delivery of program initiatives. For FY2003, the Foundation approved grants to the Fraternity for training in conflict resolution and risk management. A significant portion of the Fraternity’s educational leadership consultant (ELC) program was paid for by the
Foundation, enabling ELCs to continue providing programming, marketing and other expertise to collegiate chapters. Additional activities funded by the Foundation include the development of the “Reel Connections” CD-ROM, support for a programming and development team, approval of housing education grants and regional team training (VIPhi Weekend). THE FUTURE OF THE FRATERNITY During FY2003, the IEB initiated an evaluation of the Alpha Phi International Strategic Plan and Vision for the 21st Century. This process includes reviewing the Strategic Plan, conferring with its authors and charging the strategic plan evaluation committee (SPEC) with conducting a broad-based evaluation of the Plan. The SPEC is staffed with Alpha Phi volunteers with Fraternity experience and/or expertise in strategic planning. The SPEC will solicit input and data from various constituencies and present its findings at Convention 2004 in Rancho Mirage, Calif.
2003 Expense Analysis Fraternity Activities Publications and Communications National Convention and Regional Conferences 12%
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“Just as we expect a professional workplace to be free from discrimination of race, religion, ethnicity and the like, an employee’s sex shouldn’t make a difference or impact the work to be done.” –Carole Salerno
Everyone who has ever held a job knows every business, and the culture within the organization, is unique. Although many of us don’t like to admit it, office politics exist in some form in every employment situation. The key to understanding and dealing with politics is unique to each company, and to fit in, experts recommend becoming familiar with the culture of every new job you accept. Following are two scenarios and responses from Alpha Phi human resources professionals regarding how to deal with each. Scenario: My boss always encourages me to contribute my ideas and tells me he values my input. But recently I have presented him new ideas that, come to find out, he passed along to his boss as if they were his own. What should I do? Any employee who finds herself involved in this situation should maintain complete documentation, whether it be project notes, e-mails, comments that have been made or phone calls. A paper trail of sorts is always valid when it comes time to prove a point, especially if documentation includes signatures. Document conversations in writing (preferably e-mails, for they can not easily be disputed). The employee then needs to confront her boss with the understanding that retaliation on the boss’s part may come into play. If retaliation occurs, then there is a chain of command the employee can involve. With documentation in hand, she can not only disprove her boss’s retaliation but in turn receive due credit for her ideas. –Amie Brewer ( -Shippensburg) HR/Office Coordinator, GBC Scenario: I am the only female on a team of five men, and we answer to a male boss. Although I am the team’s lead, another man on my team always reports my failures to him. For example, my team recently conducted a product test that failed, but was beneficial because we learned from it and plan to incorporate changes in the future. While I was attending to another matter and
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before I had a chance to report our findings, my coworker told our boss only about the failure. Then they proceeded without me to discuss the possibility of shelving the project. How can this be stopped? First, has the employee talked with her manager about her concerns? Many employees are hesitant and avoid confrontation with their managers; most fear reprimand or loss of position or promotion. In any event, the manager needs to be given the opportunity to quiet a concern or to correct a problem should one exist. Up to this point, how has the manager received project updates from the female employee? As the team lead, she should help drive the process and state her preferences. Perhaps one-on-one meetings or a team meeting where everyone is present may avoid the third-hand flow of information that appears to come from the coworker. If the female employee has a good manager, he won’t treat her any differently from the men. Just as we expect a professional workplace to be free from discrimination of race, religion, ethnicity and the like, an employee’s sex shouldn’t make a difference or impact the work to be done. Has a discussion occurred between the manager and female employee regarding how she will be evaluated as a team lead? If not, the female employee should set up a meeting with the manager, agree on the expectations, timelines and the person(s) responsible. Put the agreement in writing; an e-mail will suffice. In the future, should she be questioned by the manager about something he heard from another coworker, both manager and employee can reference the agreement. If this employee has done due diligence and had conversations with the boss without improvement or success, she should seek the advice of the company’s human resources advocate. I advise against complaining to other employees or the manager’s peers about her issues with her manager. It’ll only make matters worse. –Carole Salerno (E -CSU/Sacramento) Human Resources Services, Philips Electronics North America ALPHA PHI
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Alumnae Team For Science Project
Press For Girls Fight Back
The National Academy of Sciences brought Conni Goldsmith Crittenden and Jane Phillips (both BBMichigan State) together to work for the National Research Jane Phillips, left, and Conni Crittenden work together on a Council’s National Research Council committee on project. test design for K-12 science achievement. Conni is providing advice to the committee, and Jane is a support staff member. A report offering guidelines and models for state and local school systems will be published in 2004. Conni, a teacher at Williamston Explorer Elementary School in Williamston, Mich., established and directs the McAuliffe Lab for the Integration of Science, Math and the Arts. She teaches a course at Michigan State University’s college of education. Her awards include a McAuliffe Fellowship and the Presidential Award for Excellence in Elementary Science Teaching, and she has participated in workshops sponsored by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Jane has taught third grade, worked with high school, seminary and Cambodian refugee students and taught English-as-asecond-language to adults. She has provided staff support for other National Research Council boards and committees.
Erin Weed (FA-Eastern Illinois), founder of Girls Fight Back self-defense program, was featured in September’s Ladies’ Home Journal‚. The article, titled “So She Would Not Die In Vain,” tells the story of how Erin created the program in 2001 following the death of Shannon McNamara (FA-Eastern Illinois), a sister who was murdered while fighting off an attacker. For more information on Girls Fight Back, visit www.girlsfightback.com.
Sister Chairs Atlanta’s Festival of Trees Mary Rekart Ulich ( -Northern Colorado) served as chair elect of Atlanta’s 2003 Festival of Trees, Atlanta’s premier holiday event. She is chair in 2004. The festival, held in December, has raised more than 15 million dollars for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta in the past 27 years. The event features tree and wreath creations by the city’s top artists and designers, an array of children’s activities and live entertainment.
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Alumna Inspires Award In Her Name Melissa Reinke ( -DePauw), who was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy (gradual deterioration of the heart muscle) at 23, has a local American Heart Association® award named in her honor. In September, Melissa was asked to present the award to an area fifth-grader. The Melissa Reinke Youth Achievement is given to a young person who has made a significant contribution to the Heart Association® through personal involvement. Melissa is a dedicated volunteer for the Heart Association and has personally raised more than $15,000. She says most people think of middle-aged men when they think of heart disease. “I’m living proof that not only can children get the disease but women also,” she said. “About one woman every minute dies of heart disease [in the nation].”
Reporter Recognized Nationally KOLR-TV (Springfield, Mo.) News Anchor Kelly Townsend Rostic (A-Syracuse) was one of only five electronic journalists to receive a $1,000 Jacque I. Minnotte Health Reporting Fellowship Kelly Rostic from the Radio and Television News Directors Foundation. The fellowship recognizes Kelly’s excellence in health and medical reporting. Kelly also was one of 30 anchors selected to attend a Newsroom Anchors as Newsroom Leaders seminar at the Poynter Institute in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Calling The Shots In ABC Reality TV Andrea Wong (FU-MIT) is ABC Entertainment’s senior vice president overseeing alternative series and specials. The 10year network veteran is responsible for bringing to fruition such television programs as reality Andrea Wong hit “The Bachelor.” Andrea was previously in charge of unscripted programs, specials and late-night, served as executive assistant to then ABC President Bob Iger and was a researcher for “Prime Time Live.”
School Named in Sister’s Honor Lillian G. Radke Mason’s (BB-Michigan State) distinguished career in education, both at the local and state level, led to a local elementary school in her name. The Lillian G. Mason Elementary School in Grand Blanc, Mich., was dedicated on Aug. 16.
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Alpha Phi Salutes Outgoing NPC Chair
Look for a full report of the biennial session, including important resolutions passed, at www.alphaphi.org and in the Spring 2004 Quarterly (a full report was not available at press time).
Congratulations
to the following Alpha Phis who served as College and Alumnae Panhellenic Presidents.
Alpha Phi’s NPC Team includes (from left) Third Alternate Delegate Mary Rekart Ulich (∆Γ-Northern Colorado), First Alternate Delegate Deena Koonsman Gage (ΓI-Texas Tech), Delegate Sally Grant, IEB President Crista Cate Vasina (∆Γ-Northern Colorado), Executive Director Susan Zabriskie (Θ-Michigan) and Second Alternate Delegate Laura Malley-Schmitt (ZΦ-MIT).
NPC Badge Day is March 1, 2004.
Thank you to Sally McCall Grant ( -DePauw) for representing Alpha Phi as 2001-03 chairman of the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC). Sally turned the reigns over to Martha Brown (Delta Gamma sorority) during NPC’s biennial session in Rancho Mirage, Calif., in October. Her dedicated service to NPC and Alpha Phi is admired, and we are pleased Sally will continue to serve as Alpha Phi’s delegate to NPC in the coming years.
COLLEGE PANHELLENIC PRESIDENTS Christine Bender (ΓΣ-Lafayette) Mary Conway (ZB-Loyola Marymount) Alexis Ferguson (ZΓ-Santa Clara) Jennifer Jarvis (HX-Bishop’s) Beth Mullenix (HΓ-Akron) Kirsten Oltvedt (X-Montana) Christine Ortiz (ZΦ-MIT) Ella Schmidt (IZ-Colorado School Of Mines) Shauna Slack (ΘΨ-Plattsburgh State) Jennifer Spear (ΘT-Rensselaer) Courtney Turner (ΓI-Texas Tech) Jenn Urbauer (ΘZ-Florida Tech) ALUMNAE PANHELLENIC PRESIDENTS Nancy Theisen Bennett (∆Σ-Louisiana State), Fresno, Calif. Beverly McKay DeFrance (Ψ-South Dakota and EMinnesota), Riverside, Calif.
2004 REGIONAL CONFERENCES Regional Conferences are held in your area every February to train new collegiate officers and chapter advisers. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity! Details about the conference in your area are listed below. Register for Regional Conferences at www.alphaphi.org/conferences.html. MID ATLANTIC/SOUTHEAST Feb. 27-29 Sheraton® Premiere at Tysons Corner Vienna, Va. MA Contact: Susan Kale White (ΓPPenn State), skwmarykay@ yahoo.com or 814.536.1939 SE Contact: Kelly Benedetti (BOBowling Green State), kbenedetti@yahoo.com or 703.553.8231 NORTH CENTRAL MIDWEST Feb. 27-29 Sheraton® Gateway Suites Chicago O’Hare Rosemont, Ill. Contact: Lisa Bostic Miller (Ψ-South Dakota), lbbhmiller@aol.com or 952.891.3382
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NORTHEAST (TWO SCHEDULED) Feb. 21-22 Nashua Marriott® Nashua N.H. Feb. 28-29 Radisson® Hotel Utica Centre Utica, N.Y. Contact: Cora Bowman Walker (BPΛWashington State), walker-cora@ aramark.com or 845.781.8002 PACIFIC NORTHWEST Feb. 20-22 Courtyard by Marriott® Midtown Sacramento Sacramento, Calif. Contact: Kate Boyle Halfon (H∆CSU/Hayward), khalfon@attbi.com or 925.256.6461
SOUTH CENTRAL Feb. 6-8 American Airlines® Training and Conference Center Dallas, Texas Contact: Susan Stone (ZN-Texas Christian), tcustoner@sbcglobal.net or 817.921.9822 SOUTHWEST Feb. 20-22 Sheraton® Gateway Hotel Los Angeles Airport Los Angeles, Calif. Contact: Laura Davidson (B∆-UCLA), lauradavidson@UCLAumni.net or 310.444.9339
UPPER MIDWEST Feb. 6-8 Holiday Inn® French Quarter Perrysburg, Ohio Contact: Jan Brinker Schaeffer (BOBowling Green State), jds19@bright.net or 419.768.3223
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Group Effort Leads to House Improvements During the summer, Delaware (EM) received a much-needed facelift. Alpha Phi’s house corporation board (HCB) teamed with chapter members, its advisory board, housemother and university officials to complete renovations before collegians moved in during the fall. HCB President Ann Wilkerson Dougherty (GE-Villanova) and Lesley Reid Corydon (EM-Delaware), who were recruited just a year ago, facilitated the improvements collegians wanted to make to the universityowned house. Also in that time, the Lesley Reid Corydon and Ann pair established a closer working Wilkerson Dougherty relationship with the university, hired house director Janea DeWolff and updated the housing agreement with chapter women. “They’re always seeking to better the operation of the HCB, and thus, the chapter,” according to Alpha Phi International Housing Manager Brandi Baumgartner Peterson ( -Western Michigan). For example, Lesley requested to talk to members from another HCB of similar size to help learn best practices. “The chapter hadn’t had a house corporation board in so long,” says Lesley. “It was like starting from scratch.” Ann and Lesley praise Lisa Gonzales Vible (Q-Ohio State) and Holly Malek Bryk ( -Wichita State) for their work for some time to handle HCB matters in addition to serving as chapter and recruitment advisers and in several other capacities. Ann says the cooperation between HCB, chapter adviser, collegians (especially those on campus during the summer), housemother, house manager and advisory board were key in
EPSILON NU IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDE: Ethernet, television cable and university phone line installation in each room; Painting of the entire interior; Recarpeting and retiling of the basement floor; A power-wash of the front of the house; Installation of new washers and dryers; Security screens added to all first-floor and basement windows; Replacement of lights in the house; New locks and doors for all rooms in the house; Installation of ceiling fans in all common rooms and the basement; Ceiling tile replacement; Removal of trees and tree stumps from behind the house; and Replacement of basement pipes to improve drainage flows.
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the renovation: “Collegiate house manager Mary Fran Storm monitored the workers and was available at a moments’ notice.” She credits several people from the university, including point person Ramona Adams, maintenance issues contact Tim Becker and facilities management contact Gil Johnson. Both the chapter and the university had built financial reserves, of which $110,000 was spent on the summer renovations. Ann and Lesley conveyed the chapter’s needs to the university and made sure they were within budget. “University officials were very gracious about trying to handle all our requests. It took them all summer, but they worked up to the wire,” says Ann. “It was a group effort to make sure everything ran smoothly.” And the effects have been felt within the chapter and beyond. The house is now full to capacity and several Epsilon Nu alumnae who have returned to see the improvements cannot believe it’s the same house. Lesley, who lived in the house as a collegian in the 1980s, says, “The house is a true recruiting strength now and something the collegians and alumnae can be proud of.” Another phase of improvements will be implemented next summer. Ann and Lesley agree that having the HCB close at hand has impacted the chapter overall. “We’ve established a good relationship with the collegians,” says Lesley. “They are such a wonderful group of women.” “Small changes have made a big difference!” adds Ann. Editor’s Note: Lesley Corydon resigned from the HCB in December to move to Ohio, where she plans to continue volunteering for Alpha Phi. Two additional members have since been recruited: Heather Dennen Lister ( Q-Penn State) will handle financial matters and Erica Smith Cover (EM-Delaware) will address chapter facilities issues.
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ARIZONA Arizona (BE) Sisters mourn the tragic loss of housemother Maxine Donahue English (BE-Arizona). Maxine served as Tucson alumnae chapter president and was a former Beta Epsilon chapter adviser. She helped develop a strong relationship between alumnae and Beta Epsilon. In her memory, the chapter is establishing a perpetual scholarship with the Alpha Phi Foundation that will be granted to an undergraduate Beta Epsilon member. Donations may be sent to the Alpha Phi Foundation at 1930 Sherman Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201. Please note that the donation is for the Maxine English Memorial Scholarship. –Tasha Soll CANADA Wilfrid Laurier (IΘ) Iota Theta almost doubled its size following recruitment. The women teamed with Sigma Chi and Pi Kappa Alpha fraternities to participate in the university’s annual Shinerama to raise money for cystic fibrosis. –Lisa Knight
CALIFORNIA Chapman (HY) Brittany Burks is the Alpha Phi representative to the Chapman House of Representatives, and Hope Gray is a member of the Chapman Senate. Becky Sullivan is active in GIVE, a community service organization, and CARES, a rape prevention and awareness organization. CSU/Hayward (H∆) Thanks to summer workshops, Eta Delta sisters welcomed 12 new members following formal recruitment. The women looked forward to the Big Sis/’Lil Sis dinner to raise money for the Alpha Phi Foundation. Many Eta Deltas volunteer in the community. –Kasey Light UC/Irvine (HK) Jennifer Craig, Joanne Song, Stina Skewes-Cox and Lindsey Goldstein guided sisters through an “A-Phi and the City” themed fall recruitment, and the chapter welcomed 29 new members. Thank you to Recruitment Adviser Nicole Ford (HK-UC/Irvine) for her commitment and leadership and all alumnae for motivating the chapter.
COLLEGIAN INTERNS FOR U.S. SENATOR Rachel Greathouse (BΨ-San Jose State) is involved in student advocacy for the state of California, serving as controller and chief financial officer of the Associated Students, San Jose State’s student government. In this executive position, she is responsible for all fiscal action of a $6.1 million budget. She also is chair of university affairs for the California State Student Association. Rachel organizes voter registration drives, lobbies to government officials regarding legislation that effects higher education and chairs a committee composed of representatives Rachel Greathouse from all 23 CSU campuses. “This allows me to fight for the rights of the 400,000 students of the CSU system,” says Rachel.
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New member educators Lisa Knight, Taryn Dowsling and Heather Maxted perform a rap song about the Founders to welcome the chapter’s new member class.
Fall events included a chapter retreat, an Oct. 12 Founder’s Day celebration at Loyola Marymount (ZB), exchanges, purse parties and a campus-wide barbecue. –Laura Pham COLORADO Colorado School of Mines (IZ) Iota Zetas celebrated the groundbreaking of their new university-owned chapter house in September. The Tudor-style house, designed and inspired by chapter members, will be completed by fall 2004. The interior will be decorated by Denver area alumnae in a “traditions of Alpha Phi” theme. –Eileen McFadden Northern Colorado (∆Γ) Collegians hosted a barbecue for fraternities and a Wild Wild West function for Greeks. They welcomed 22 new members during recruitment and hosted an annual Founders’ Day event for alumnae. Other fall highlights included Phi Presents and a sisterhood event. Community service for the semester included participation in the Cattle Barron’s Ball that raised money for the American Cancer Society®, volunteering at the Humane Society®, chaperoning a high school prom and helping with a Halloween party at a local retirement home. –Amber Tuma
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interned with the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. Laura Bowers, also a member of the Navy ROTC, spent several months working on Elizabeth Dole’s senate campaign.
Sisters host an open house to thank those involved in chapter house renovations.
air conditioners and a power wash for the front of the building were installed. –Kristen Porter
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Beta Tau members host the Cardiac Arrest philanthropy event.
George Washington (II) Sisters celebrated the grand opening of their new townhouse on Greek Row. They welcomed 38 new members during fall recruitment. Sisters held their annual Ultimate Phisbee tournament in October to benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation. Nine fraternities competed, and Beta Theta Pi won. The women won Beta Theta Pi’s Beta Cup soccer tournament in October as well. –Jana Checa Chong ILLINOIS
DELAWARE Delaware (EN) Epsilon Nu held an open house to recognize their university president, Greek advisor, alumnae and house corporation board for their contributions to renovating the chapter house. New washers, dryers, ceiling fans,
ROCHESTER (ΘK) COLLEGIANS IN POLITICS Genevieve Markey spent the fall semester in London as an intern for a member of Parliament. On campus, Samantha Helmig is active in the student senate, serving on its appropriations committee. Elizabeth Gaskell and Kristin Martin are on the debate team that is consistently ranked among the top 10 in the country. Alexa Phillips is president of the Panhellenic Council.
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Eastern Illinois (ZA) Sisters participated in service projects including the Bucket Brigade (house maintenance for homeowners unable due to physical or financial limitations), Sweeping the Streets in the community and on campus and Take Back the Night annual walk against violence and sexual abuse. The chapter received the president’s Five Star Award for Fraternal Excellence, awarded annually to fraternities and sororities that excel in chapter operations, membership development, pubic relations, recruitment and retention and social programming. –Alicia Wroblewski Illinois (BA) Beta Alphas received several awards during Greek Oscars. Sarah Wehrli was named Outstanding President of the Year; Valerie Vuolo won Outstanding Panhellenic Delegate and Lena Choe took Outstanding Chapter Adviser. Thanks to Director of Scholarship Gillian DeClark, the chapter ranked sixth out of 19 Panhellenic chapters for the highest GPA.
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Sisters welcomed 54 new members following fall recruitment. Special thanks to alumna Ann Boesen Brice (BA-Illinois) for her help. During Homecoming weekend, sisters joined the Operation Ivy Leaf philanthropy event to raise money for kidney cancer research in memory of Kristy Burgener. –Alison Tolan INDIANA Butler (EB) Sisters were happy to return to the chapter house after it was closed last semester to repair severe water damage. They returned to new additions including a backyard patio, grand banister, repainted kitchen and new dining room floor. Despite their housing issues, sisters reached out to a family devastated by a house fire and donated items to American soldiers stationed in the Middle East. In recognition of the sisters’ patience and good will, the chapter received special recognition from Alpha Phi International for going above and beyond. –Laura Centrella
IOTA GAMMA SISTER WORKS FOR SENATOR Following internships at California state Sen. Mike Machado’s Sacramento District Office and the California Senate Office of International Relations, Meagan Shepard-Gilbert (IΓUniversity of the Pacific) landed a position with Sen. Machado’s campaign office. “I get to see first-hand the hard work that goes into an election: fundraisers, walking precincts, phone banking and listening to the concerns of the constituents,” says Meagan.
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ETA SIGMA SISTER WORKS FOR NEW JERSEY 3RD DISTRICT Senior Katherine Blair (HΣ-Lafayette) completed an externship in October with New Jersey 3rd District state Senate incumbent Steve Sweeney and Assembly incumKatherine Blair bents John Burzichelli and Doug Fisher. Her work was primarily behind the scenes on their campaigns, orchestrating voter registration and candidate support walks. After the religion and politics/history double major graduates in May, Katherine hopes to work on additional campaigns.
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Indiana (BT) Beta Tau was recognized by the university for its October Cardiac Arrest philanthropy event. In their first year, the women donated $2,200 to the Alpha Phi Foundation. In August, President Audrey Hargis was crowned Miss Southern Illinois. She competes in the Miss Illinois pageant in June 2004. Lauren Claytor was crowned Homecoming queen. She was also awarded an Alpha Phi Foundation scholarship for the 2003-04 school year. –Megan Orr IOWA Iowa (∆E) All proceeds from the chapter’s November PhiBowl philanthropy event benefited the Alpha Phi Foundation. The women participate in the Adopt-AHighway roadside cleanup program and February’s University of Iowa Dance Marathon to raise money for the University Hospitals and Clinics pediatric oncology unit and Children’s Miracle Network®. –Sarah Evers KANSAS Wichita State (ΓΞ) Gamma Xis welcome new housemother Dana Clark, who helped organize a Parent’s Day garage sale that raised $1,000 for the chapter. Sisters initiated 13 new members in October. A Founders’ Day dinner was held Oct. 10. –Breea McCorkle MAINE Maine (∆N) The chapter received recognition during the 2003 Greek Life Awards, including Most Improved Chapter, Traditionalism, and former President Jennifer Corbett was named Greek Woman of the Year. Jennifer graduated magna cum laude and now serves as an officer in the United States Navy. WINTER 2004
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Andrea Nicoletta, Jennifer Corbett and Jennifer Gundersen were inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. Delta
Nu held a 40th anniversary dinner and welcomed three chartering members among the alumnae guests. The chapter held its first Move Your Phi’t 5K walk/run that raised more than $1,500 for the Alpha Phi Foundation. –Jennifer Corbett MASSACHUSETTS Boston (HΛ) Sisters and the university Greek community cleaned the streets of neighboring Allston, Mass. Stacy Leventhal teamed with Genuine Bussey Style representatives to present a two-hour self-defense workshop in October. Members look forward to hosting the seventh annual Jail N’ Bail philanthropy event, led by
Chandra Willard and Jenny Cheng, to raise money for the Alpha Phi Foundation and the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation®. –Teresa Foy
MISSOURI Missouri (O) Preparation for August recruitment included sisterhood events such as an ice cream social, picnic in the park and a surprise water balloon fight. Omicron welcomed 66 new women into sisterhood. In September, members enjoyed their third annual sisterhood retreat at the Lake of the Ozarks. The weekend included shopping, barbequing and getting to know new members. Rachel Holtzman served an internship with People magazine during the summer through a program organized by the American Society of Magazine Editors. –Kelly Webb NEBRASKA
MAKING A DIFFERENCE ON CAMPUS AND IN THE COMMUNITY Tiffany Barrans (ΓZPuget Sound) is vicepresident of the Associated Students of the University of Puget Sound, one of the largest student-run government branches in the nation. She oversees Tiffany Barrans 53 clubs and organizations on campus and says she loves, “creating a bridge between the students, faculty and administration.” Tiffany, who also is a member of the Mortar Board honor society, encourages sisters to get involved with their student bodies and surrounding communities.
Nebraska/Kearney (∆Ξ) Delta Xi sisters celebrated the chapter’s 40th anniversary on Oct. 4. Events coincided with the university’s Homecoming, and alumnae and collegians enjoyed the football game, a reunion banquet, speakers, a fashion show and songs. –Stephanie Hobbs NEW YORK Cornell (∆) Delta was declared Cornell’s Most Outstanding Chapter for the fourth consecutive year and won the university’s All Sports award for the second year. Philanthropy chairs organized the new AlphaTraz philanthropy event in November that raised money for the Alpha Phi Foundation. Meghan Dubyak is Panhellenic Council president. –Jaclyn Greenstein
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also joined Syracuse (A) collegians to participate in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer® in Syracuse. –Cara Arcuri
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Delta Xi sisters celebrate the chapter's 40th anniversary. Pictured are (from left) Kelsey O'Donnel, Laura Pedley, Barbie Hosley and Becky Schnider.
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Gamma Etas and UNT President Dr. Norval Pohl are present to sign the contract for the chapter’s new house.
SUNY/Cortland (HT) Sisters took second place in Homecoming week competition, and President Chrissy Fiorentino won the title of Homecoming queen. The chapter raised more than $700 for AIDS patients. The women teeter-tottered for 24 hours straight to raise $1,350 for the Alpha Phi Foundation. Sisters
PHIS IN POLITICS Jami Buzinski (BA-Illinois) worked as a law clerk for the Cook County Public Defenders Office in Chicago during the summer. She was placed on a murder task force to research and participate in defense cases. “It was the greatest experience of my life,” says Jami. The junior political science/pre-law major hopes to become a public defender on a murder task force for Cook County juveniles. Her ultimate goal is to become the legal ward of children in the state of Illinois who are consequently wards of the state.
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Appalachian State (ΘN) Thanks to Erica Hall and Allison Vinson, Theta Nu welcomed an amazing new member class following informal fall recruitment. September’s Parent’s Day included a tailgate, football game and annual banquet. A silent auction raised more than $700 for a Foundation scholarship in memory of Meredith McCallister. In addition to welcoming back alumnae for Homecoming in October, sisters took first place in several events including a lip-sync competition. Anna Ruth Burgess was elected 2003 Homecoming queen. –Claire Hart
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COLLEGIATE CHAPTER SUPPORT STATS Alpha Phi International's educational leadership consultants (ELC) made 218 visits to 141 of the Fraternity's collegiate chapters during the 2002-03 school year. In addition, ELCs made 123 visits to 103 collegiate chapters during fall 2003. For more information about educational leadership consultants or to apply to be an ELC, contact Karen Goff (B-Northwestern), program coordinator of consultants and recruitment, at kgoff@alphaphi.org or 847.316.8934.
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OHIO Miami University (ΓN) Campus men’s organizations competed in Gamma Nu’s second annual King of Hearts tournament in October. The chapter donated $2,500 to the Alpha Phi Foundation. –Stacey Robertson OREGON Oregon State (BY) The chapter house’s first floor was remodeled during summer with help from members. The remodel was a great selling point during recruitment, and the chapter initiated 20 new members in November. More remodeling was planned for winter break. Collegians hosted an alumnae party for the class of 1963 and their spouses on Halloween. Several members volunteer for the student government, and Amy Ostrom, Hilary Wilcox and Lana Shawa hold positions within the association. –Angela Lavenbarg and Maryn Goolsby
PENNSYLVANIA Pennsylvania (HI) Sisters welcomed 10 new members in October, and all enjoyed a trip to Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, N.J., in November. Members enjoyed their largest philanthropy event of the year, a karaoke competition that was emceed by Philly radio station Q102. The event benefited the Alpha Phi Foundation. –Haley Shimizu Shippensburg (ΘΞ) Theta Xi welcomed Becky Richwine (ΘΞShippensburg) as new chapter adviser. Six women joined the sisterhood during fall recruitment. Thanks to Jill Wojciechowski, Kristy Mersinger and Krissy Reho for a successful recruitment and Amanda Cooper and Melissa Matalon for managing the new member program. Trish Sharbaugh and Claudia Rocca planned the events of Homecoming weekend. Sarah Charles was a 2003 Homecoming court nominee.
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SISTERS MEET AT THE WHITE HOUSE Breea McCorkle (ΓΞ-Wichita State)
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Jasmine Berg landed a lead in the university musical “Pal Joey.” Becky Cole was cast in the fall production of “The Birthday Party.” Sisters raised $500 for the Alpha Phi Foundation at the 32nd annual Turkey Bowl flag football tournament planned by Sarah Mersinger and Trish Campbell. Sarah also coordinated a pilot philanthropy event in collaboration with Easter Seals®. Other fall events included Greek move-in, mixers, date functions, a Phi-esta sisterhood dinner, Adopt-A-Street program, semi-formal and a career workshop. –Becky Cole
Villanova (HE) Eta Epsilon and Delta Tau Delta fraternity began fall semester with the Phiesta Bowl annual flag football tournament that raised $2,000 for the Alpha Phi Foundation. Other events included a barbecue, Parent’s Weekend brunch, an annual hayride and the Best Man on Campus event. Many sisters participated in
DELTA EPSILONS MAKE THEIR MARK During the summer, Sarah Evers (∆E-Iowa) interned in the Public Policy Department of the National Prostate Cancer Coalition, a nonprofit, grassroots, advocacy and education organization, in Washington, D.C. She lobbied congressional staffers to make Medicare amendments and organized public relations events for the Drive Against Prostate Cancer mobile screening vehicle. Sarah’s greatest accomplishment was the passage of Senate Resolution 201, declaring September as National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Sarah currently works on the John Kerry for President 2004 campaign. Junior Anna Larson secured an internship with the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
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is the first student from Wichita State University to serve an internship at the White House, working in the Office of Political Breea McCorkle and Laura Cusimano Affairs. She pose in front of the White House. contacted the George Washington (II) chapter and learned Laura Cusimano (II-George Washington) was interning at the White House at the same time, in the Office of Cabinet Affairs. Breea, who has another internship scheduled at the State Capitol during spring, hopes to have her own political career one day.
Habitat for Humanity® and mission trips during the mid-semester break. –Ashley Freiberger
organized by Kinski Leuffer and Courtney Lawler and an end of semester chapter retreat arranged by Jennifer Monk and Christine Peters. –Laura Guthrie
SOUTH DAKOTA South Dakota (Ψ) Thanks to Claire Long’s lead, the second annual 24hour Teeter Totter-athon in October raised more than $1,200 for the Alpha Phi Foundation. During Homecoming’s Dakota Days in October, Psi received first place for a spirit banner and placed second in the float competition. President Patty Crowley was on USD’s royalty court. –Patty Crowley TEXAS North Texas (ΓH) Gamma Etas initiated 24 new members in October. The chapter’s second annual Hit the Court for Cardiac Care 3-on-3 basketball tournament in October surpassed its goal donation to the Alpha Phi Foundation. A formal at the Botanical Gardens, retreat at the Galleria, mixers, crush party and Mom’s Tea are highlights of the year. Gamma Eta was one of five chapters selected to lease a house on the university’s new sorority row. The house is scheduled for completion by August 2004. –Melissa Watson Texas (Ω) Thanks to the chapter’s recruitment team led by Jersey Latawiec, Omega welcomed 46 new members. Led by educators Kelly Fruendt and Tracy Watler, they claimed the Philanthropy Award at Phi Kappa Psi Field Day. Alex Christ planned the semester’s events including a work week party, crush party, mixers and a trip to see a Texas Rangers® baseball game in Arlington. Upcoming activities include the annual Hits for Hearts softball tournament planned by Laura Guthrie and Veronica Glass, Parent’s Weekend
WASHINGTON Washington State (BPΛ) Sisters returned to campus to find their chapter living room, bedrooms and foyer redecorated and the front garden landscaped. Thanks to Margo Anderson, Brea Thompson and chapter advisers, the women welcomed 34 new members following formal recruitment. The women thank Alpha Phi International Director of Collegiate Membership Linda Schnetzer (BO-Bowling Green State), Program Coordinator of Chapter Operations Lindsay Martin (BY-San Jose State) and Educational Leadership Consultant Lisa Snyder (HI-Pennsylvania) for their advice and support. –Kelsey Kimura WISCONSIN Wisconsin/La Crosse (∆K) During fall, Delta Kappa welcomed ten women into sisterhood. They celebrated their charter anniversary on Sept. 30, marking 40 years on campus. Sisters turned the spring formal into a 40th reunion celebration for Delta Kappa and area alumnae. –Kim Nelson
COLLEGIATE CHAPTER WEB SITES For a complete listing of Alpha Phi’s collegiate chapter Web sites, visit www.alphaphi.org.
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National Order of Omega Inductees Editor’s Note: The Order of Omega is a national honor society that recognizes outstanding leadership among members of Greek organizations. Adrian (∆H)
Duke (BNΛ)
Kellie Bauss Kristy Bush Lora DiCenzo Stephanie Tennant
Lauren E. Bedsole
Arizona (BE)
Kristy Cervenka Courtney Cooper Michell McDonald Ashland (EA)
Melissa Abrams Nicole Coatman Baldwin-Wallace (∆Y)
Kylie Wolfgang Boston (HΛ)
Mariana Agathoklis Ashley Beecy Stephanie Conners Bowling Green State (BO)
Rachel Marie Ott Butler (EB)
Rebecca Dayhuff Cal Poly (EX)
Shaylan Bryhni Nicole Eiser Chapman (HY)
Kourtnie Howerton Christopher Newport (ΘΦ)
Whitney L. Cumpson Meredith E. Kalmbach Jenifer Silberman Shaina L. Silver Colorado (BΓΛ)
Sarah David Rachel McCollum Colorado School of Mines (IZ)
Heather Driessner Bonnie Harber Katherine Peeke Jennifer Tafoya Cornell (∆)
Betsy Cooper Meghan Dubyak Kate Klagholtz Elizabeth Novak CSU/Chico (ΘY)
Duquesne (EI)
Kelly Marlene Hanna Jessica Ann Haran East Carolina (∆A)
Katheron Duffet Jennifer Green Meredith Nichol Laura Pearson
Marina Gonzalez Kimberly Knight Jordan Miller Lisa Pawloski Kristen Pelkey Lauren Pope Jelena Stankovic Mechelle Tracy
Puget Sound (ΓZ)
Maine (∆N)
Jamie Hasenstab Katherine A. Newhall Melanie Sayer Megan Vanacore Serina Yang
Tiffany Barrans Lindsay Burdett Robin Francis Robin Harris Stephanie J. Wilson Jessica Wise Rensselaer (ΘT)
Breanne Briskey Sara Lane Nicole Montmarquette
Jessica Bishop Darlene Card Jennifer Corbett Andrea Curtis Jennifer Gundersen Amanda Kraft Danielle Rioux Jennifer Roberge Laura Wyly
Florida Tech (ΘZ)
Marquette (HM)
Rebecca Farmer Cheryl Lynn Fassani Christina Pelzer Laura Slovey Lora-Ann Vlahos Nicole Zajicek
Nicole Rotunno Katie Sullivan
George Washington (II)
Rebecca E. Davis Jane Patricia Friend Stephanie Daine Thomas
Shippensburg (ΘΞ)
Michigan State (BB)
Kim Kreider
Eastern Illinois (ZA)
Joy Litwiller Kristin Newton Elmhurst (ZΞ)
Lauren Bemis Kelly Bendetti Meredith Capps Faith Lovell Iowa (∆E)
Heather Christiansen James Madison (ΘI)
Amy Clark Erica Drucker Deedee Jacobs Joanna Kulkin Erin Leahy Kimberly Mason Abigail Schubert Rachel Seidenburg Megan Sette Laura Teets Johns Hopkins (ZOΛ)
Ning Chan Jacqueline Chan Tiffany Darabi Anjali Malik
Maryland (∆Z)
Barrie Abrams Kara Dussler Michigan (Θ)
Lauren Lankas Leah Masternick Meredith Miller Katherine Montanue Erica Simon Melissa Wagasy
Rochester (ΘK)
Kelly Glajch Sarah Gluchowski Jeanne Panels Alexa Phillips
Santa Clara (ZΓ)
Jennifer Leslie Hooper Chanel Nicole McCreedy Katherine Reinhardsen Jill Bertram St. Mary’s (IB) SUNY/Plattsburgh (ΘΨ)
Alexa Bari Gordon Kimberly O’Leary
Virginia Tech (HO) Washington State (BPΛ)
Midwestern State (ΓΩ)
Sandy Golleher Valarie McCubbins Alesha Smith
Jennifer Cox
Katie Carroll Hilary Maple
Texas A&M/Commerce (∆B)
Washington University (ZY)
Minnesota (E)
Texas Tech (ΓI)
Kristin Beltrand Amy Utecht Montana (X)
Jennifer Blazek Naomi Gemoets Christy Morgan
Julie McFarlane
Towson (HΩ)
New Hampshire (HA)
Denise Jones Jaime Schuster
Katie Micherone Candace Shea
Amber G. Everett
UC/Berkeley (Λ)
Northern Illinois (E∆)
CSU/Northridge (EY)
Linfield (ΘA)
Melissa Bassett Christine Zvanut
Kathryn Marissa Himes Alisa Dawn Langford
Sarah Carpenter Beverley Greene Aja Hicks Stephanie Mathie Katie Mikesell Katie Paullin Lindsey Reif
Ohio State (P)
UC/Davis (EP)
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Courtney Pace Susan Raffel
Texas (Ω)
Helen E. Deibel
Mary Conway Katie Dufficy Catie Gibson
Virginia (ZIΛ)
Jennifer Manetti
Kettering (IE)
Loyola Marymount (ZB)
Michelle Dawson Wendi Mangiagli Diane Nicoletti
Abigail Kalicka
Kelli Jonkey Jennifer Puleo
Emily Brown Natalie Deer Kassey McQuinn Georgianne Siepka
USC (BΠ)
Syracuse (A)
Haley Horton Diana Steinmeyer
DePauw (Γ)
Kristen Henry-Parker Jackie Pflaum Heidi Hunger Davey Larson Vanessa Martyn Cassie Muratore Stephanie Segien
Krista Gesaman Shannon Knight
Holly Dean Devyn Grable Jennifer Ward
UNC/Wilmington (HΞ)
University of The Pacific (IΓ)
North Texas (ΓH)
CSU/San Bernardino (HB)
Jaime Bond Jessica Friedman Annie Jacobsen Laura Jones Sara Ozois Susan Wiodarczyk
Jennifer Rosenberger Jennifer Roth
Kent State (BΩ)
CSU/Long Beach (ΓK)
UC/Santa Barbara (ΓB)
San Diego State (ΓA)
Gretchen Adelson Elisabeth Ahlquist Helen Alexander Jaren Boland Sarah-Jane Hornbeck Mia ter Haar Heidi Thompson
Jennifer Domingos Robin Laskoski
Margo Kelly Erin Lacey Lauren Lindroth Lindsay McHolm Rebecca Silberman Maryl Ueno Lauren Wilcox Cindy Young
Kristen Callaway Brittany Eshbaugh Jessica Horowitz Julie C. Martin Oregon State (BY)
Lydia Lapham Kelsey Peoples Penn State (ΓP)
Courtney Baranello
Jill Larson Jessica Mazonson Shetal Parikh Paula Shapiro Mackinnon Webster Western Michigan (∆Θ)
Lauren Mann Emmie Sanborn Wisconsin (I)
Brittany Bartley Kirstin Leih Katherine Nowicki Heather Roiter Kari Sachs Wisconsin/La Crosse (∆K)
Melisa Beach Marissa Mowery
Megan Moore Kim Stewart UC/Irvine (HK)
Sofia Sami UCLA (B∆)
Lisa Christiansen Brigid Connolly Regan Forester Arin Goldman
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Essential Woman: Winter Weather-Proofing By Alisa Vitti (ZOΛ-Johns Hopkins), Holistic Health Counselor, American Association of Drugless Practitioners
Have you noticed how you may at times feel physically, emotionally and mentally unbalanced in the winter months? Every year we tell ourselves we’ll eat less, exercise more and take better care of our bodies. But some of us don’t listen to the little voice within and end up with the “winter blues.” Winter is the season of hibernation. Our bodies want more rest, warmth and reflection on another year’s passing. But the hectic holiday season can come with stresses that may linger into the winter. Extreme eating emotional pitfalls During the winter months, we tend to eat extreme foods – or foods that set off a ping-pong effect on our mood and energy – resulting in stress and fatigue and creating cravings for more extreme foods. When this happens, our bodies are actually bouncing between contractive and expansive foods. Contractive foods make us feel tense, short-tempered and sluggish. Extremely contractive foods are salt, meat, cheese and dense baked foods. At the other extreme are expansive foods that strip us of vital minerals and make us feel unfocused, hyperactive and overly emotional. Extremely expansive foods are sugar, alcohol and tobacco.
RED BEAN CHILI (MAKES 6 SERVINGS) 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 green pepper, chopped 1 teaspoon each: salt, ground cumin, oregano, chopped garlic 1/8 teaspoon each: cinnamon, cayenne (optional) 1 cup canned or frozen corn 1 cup organic tomato sauce 1 cup water 1 cup organic canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained 3 tablespoons grated cheese Sauté onion, green pepper, spices and olive oil in a soup pot for 5-10 minutes. Add corn, tomato sauce, water and beans. Simmer 20 minutes. Serve topped with grated cheese. BAKED APPLES (MAKES 2 SERVINGS) 2 large apples 1 teaspoon each chopped walnuts, raisins and maple syrup Pinch of cinnamon and salt Hollow out the core of each apple without cutting through the bottom. Mix the other ingredients and pour into the apples. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes until tender.
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Eating at the ends of this spectrum creates cravings and a roller coaster of emotions. Eat to the middle You can maintain balance by eating more foods in the middle of the spectrum. Balanced foods with some contractive properties – whole grains, beans, fish and root vegetables – will make you feel grounded, warm and focused. Balanced foods with some expansive properties – leafy green vegetables, fruit and herbal teas – make you feel cool, open and relaxed. The key is to make simple changes. Serve yourself more vegetables and less meat. Or choose wild rice instead of breads. Your food-mood connection Try the following food experiment to practice listening to what your body is saying. Sample these quick and easy recipes (see sidebar). Then track how your body responds after each. Test your metabolism by determining how your stomach feels right after you eat? Two hours later? Test your emotions by asking yourself how your mood is right after you eat? Two hours later? What else is on your plate? Often the holidays and winter months bring more than a large serving of turkey and apple pie. Many women take on more than they can chew. It also is critical to learn to serve yourself a healthy portion of primary food, or everything else that feeds us: love, laughter, relationships and intimacy. Try one or both of the following and let Alisa know how you feel after: • Have a heart-to-heart conversation with a loved one. • Say no to a not-so-important commitment to do something nice for yourself instead. Alisa Vitti is a holistic health counselor and nutrition and lifestyle coach certified by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. She lectures at Beth Israel Medical Practices in Manhattan. With degrees from Johns Hopkins University and the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, she specializes in women’s hormonal imbalances, fertility, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, sugar addictions, hypoglycemia and heart disease prevention. She successfully healed herself of PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) using the methods she teaches. To learn more, visit her Web site at www.alisavitti.com or contact Alisa at alisaholistic@yahoo.com or 917.862.8426. Editor’s Note: As always, consult your physician before beginning any new diet or exercise regimen.
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Foundation Honors Alpha Phis with Scholarships in their Name Alpha Phi Foundation is proud to offer two newly endowed scholarships. These scholarships will be given in honor of two remarkable Alpha Phis who have contributed so much to the success of the Fraternity. This school year, the Betty Mullins Jones and Sally McCall Grant (both -DePauw) scholarships will be awarded. Betty Mullins Jones Scholarship Betty’s name is synonymous with the high ideals of Alpha Phi and excellence. Her stance was to always do the right thing — even when it wasn’t the most popular idea. Betty joined the silent chapter two years ago, but her dedication to our common fraternal values lives on. To honor Betty’s commitment to the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC), the Alpha Phi Foundation and National Panhellenic Conference Foundation seek a collegiate woman who has worked to further the Greek community’s reputation on her campus. She must embody the Greek values of sisterhood, philanthropy and scholarship. She also must serve on her college Panhellenic council. The scholarship will be awarded annually through the NPC Foundation, with the first scholarship granted in 2004. For more
information and to receive an application, visit the National Panhellenic Conference’s Web site at www.npcwomen.org. Sally McCall Grant Scholarship Sally most recently served as the 2001-03 National Panhellenic Conference chairman and also as Alpha Phi’s delegate. Her position held special significance because her installation was exactly 100 years after Alpha Phi called the 1902 meeting that is credited for founding NPC. Recently, a donation was made to the Alpha Phi Foundation in recognition of Sally’s years of service to Alpha Phi and the Panhellenic community. The recipient must be an Alpha Phi woman who has enhanced the relationship between her Greek system and the community. She must embody the Greek values of sisterhood, philanthropy and scholarship. It is our goal to award this scholarship to an Alpha Phi who makes a difference in Greek life by serving on her college Panhellenic. If you are a college Panhellenic officer and wish to apply for the Sally McCall Grant Scholarship, visit the Alpha Phi Foundation’s Web site at www.alphaphi.org.
Scholarship Recipient Is Hot on the Political Trail
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Courtney Cooper (BE-Arizona) is not an average college senior. She’s a world traveler and is well on her way to a career in international politics. While family and friends thought Courtney would follow in the footsteps of her doctor siblings, she knew her heart was with international affairs. Courtney most recently spent a summer in Buenos Aires, to fulfill a position as an intern for the State Department in Argentina. She was invited to a Fourth of July celebration at the ambassador’s home and was present at the Argentine presidential inauguration. “I was standing among some of the most important Argentine political figures. What a rewarding experience,” Courtney says. Alpha Phi leadership roles (she served as new member educator and vice president program development) helped spur her political interests. Courtney says she is a stronger leader and better role model because she “became involved as soon as possible.” Courtney is a 2003-04 Alpha Phi Foundation scholarship recipient and plans to attend graduate school next year. She says, “Winning this scholarship was Alpha Phi’s big thank you to me for the time, energy and positive contributions I strive to make daily in Alpha Phi.”
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Foundation Awards More Than $100,000 in Scholarship Aid Alpha Phi Foundation is proud to continue the Fraternity’s high regard for scholarship and foster the pioneering spirit our Founders held close to their hearts by awarding scholarship aid to 69 young women. These women received more than $100,000 for the 2003-04 school year. Winners were selected from highly competitive applicant pools from graduate and undergraduate universities across the U.S. and Canada. Scholarship recipients were selected by the Foundation’s scholarship committee on the basis of the applicant’s scholastic record,
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The 2004-05 scholarship applications are now available for undergraduate and graduate members of Alpha Phi. Download an application from our Web site at www.alphaphi.org. The deadline for application submission is March 15, 2004. Contact the Foundation at 847.475.4532 for more information. UNDERGRADUATE WINNERS
Joan Neely
Amy Utecht
Dana Kuchem
(Λ-UC/Berkeley) Foundation Scholarship
(BT-Indiana) Joan Merritt Holmes/Margaret Beery Doe Scholarship
(Ω-Texas) Buster Homburg/Sally Mitchell Milam Scholarship
(E-Minnesota) Marian K. Kidder Scholarship
(∆-Cornell) Mary Miller Lyons Scholarship
Kirsten Wallerstedt
Alissa Lipton
Kristine Bender
Laura Guthrie
Ashley Nelson
(Λ-UC/Berkeley) Lambda Anniversary Scholarship
(ZOΛ-Johns Hopkins) Clara Bradley Burdette Scholarship
Gretchen Adelson
Christie Griffin
(HΣ-Lafayette) Ruth Crellin Boutwell Scholarship
(Ω-Texas) Buster Homburg/Sally Mitchell Milam Scholarship
(Σ-Washington) Sigma Scholarship
Emily Black
Aleene Hang
(HX-Bishops) John and Sharon Spraker Barnes Scholarship
(BB-Michigan State) Beta Beta Chapter Scholarship
(ZA-Eastern Illinois) Frances Cameron Wiig Scholarship
Caroline Hoover
Emily Reinhart
Angela Bong
(Σ-Washington) Ruth Allingham Soriano Scholarship
(ZY-Washington University) Mabel Cooper Lamb Scholarship
Kristen Hyland
(ΓO-Drake) Foundation Scholarship
GRADUATE WINNERS
Laura Sands
(HΣ-Lafayette) Doris Corbett Scholarship
(EB-Butler) Ruth Woods Memorial Scholarship (Σ-Washington) Sigma Scholarship
(HE-Villanova) Ruth Crellin Boutwell Scholarship
Gail Cayetano
Ashley Keating
Alisa Brandle
(HΛ-Boston) Marion L. Frank Memorial Scholarship
(Θ-Michigan) Constance Purkiss Kelly Scholarship
Lauren Claytor
Haley Kurtz
(BT-Indiana) Toni Soreng Cobb Scholarship
(E-Minnesota) Marian K. Kidder Scholarship
Brigid Connolly
Tammy Matthews
(B∆-UCLA) Beta Delta Scholarship
(O-Missouri) Anne Williams Muhl Scholarship
Courtney Cooper
Jennifer McCook
(BE-Arizona) Edwynne C. Rosenbaum Scholarship
(Ω-Texas) John R. and Cecile D. Richards Scholarship
Morgan Cox
Melissa McGinnis
(ΓK-CSU/Long Beach) Madge H. Lesher Scholarship
(Θ-Michigan) Toni Soreng Cobb Scholarship
Patricia Crowley
Jennifer Monk
(Ψ-South Dakota) Mabel Cowlishaw Siggins Scholarship
(Ω-Texas) Darcel Atwill Weller Scholarship
Katheron Duffett
(EP-UC/Davis) Carol Klink Claussen Scholarship
(∆A-East Carolina) Betty Mullins Jones Scholarship
Katherine Frost (∆Ξ-Nebraska/Kearney) Delta Xi Scholarship
WINTER 2004
Megan Moore
Therese Nawrocki (BB-Michigan State) Beta Beta Chapter Scholarship
Kristin Newton
Teresa Rychlewski
(∆Γ-Northern Colorado) Rachaell Fitt Scholarship
Ella Schmidt
(IZ-Colorado School of Mines) Edwynne C. Rosenbaum Scholarship
Erica Simon
(BB-Michigan State) Class of ’63 40th Anniversary Scholarship
Elizabeth Smoose (A-Syracuse) Mabel Cooper Lamb Scholarship
Tiffany Stouck (HO-Virginia Tech) Anne Williams Muhl Scholarship
Sarah Tague-Ortiz (ΓΠ-Arizona State) Vicki Silverman Scholarship
Stephanie Thomas (Θ-Michigan) Susan Hausman Brunner Scholarship
Abbie Tingstad (ZΦ-MIT) Toni Soreng Cobb Scholarship
Jennifer Topolosky (B-Northwestern) Mabel Cooper Lamb Scholarship
Jennifer Winford
(Λ-UC/Berkeley) Edie L. Schrager Memorial Scholarship
Barbara Yudell
(BA-Illinois) Kristy Burgener Memorial Scholarship
Bethany Abele
Katherine Brady
(N-Nebraska) Helen Bradford Graduate Scholarship
Charee Campbell
(Γ-DePauw) Foundation Scholarship
Laura Farrell
Donelle Mayberry
(Θ-Michigan) Marilyn Bracken Ruckman Scholarship
Melanie McKean (ΘΓ-Truman State) Delta Scholarship
Jennifer Piel
(Σ-Washington) Jeanette Coulton Kilian Scholarship
Kamala Schuster (ZM-Colorado State) Foundation Scholarship
Molly Skjei
(B-Northwestern) Foundation Scholarship
Christine Socha
(HΣ-Lafayette) Foundation Scholarship
(Γ-DePauw) Octavia Born Brooks Memorial Scholarship
(ZY-Washington University) Foundation Scholarship
Sarah Gluckowski
Diane Steinkamp
(ΘK-Rochester) Delta Scholarship
Kelly Hanna (EI-Duquesne) Diane Keenum Hite Scholarship
Nicole Henning (BA-Illinois) Foundation Scholarship
Sara Horvath (EB-Butler) Foundation Scholarship
Monica Jolly (ZΓ-Santa Clara) Foundation Scholarship
Danielle Stein
(BA-Illinois) Mary Yearsley Scholarship
Jennifer Stevens (ΘZ-Florida Tech) Nancy Pitchforth Patton Scholarship
Genevieve Evans Taylor (Ψ-South Dakota) Foundation Scholarship
Stephanie Timmerman (EΘ-Northern Iowa) Martha Jarvis Sutton Scholarship
Heather Wrzesinski (Σ-Washington) Eloise Howell Scholarship
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A N N O U N C E M E N T S
New Arrivals Akron (HΓ) To Joseph G. and Heather Miller Johnson, a son, Aaron Thomas, Aug. 26, 2003. To Rob and Chrisy Bubba Siewert, a daughter, Allyson Elizabeth, May 4, 2003. Appalachian State (ΘN) To Mark and Jennifer Rimmer Bateman, a daughter, Hannah Alice, June 23, 2003. Arizona (BE) To Jim and Lora Robinson Robinson, a daughter, Stephanie Anne, Feb. 27, 2003. Arizona State (ΓΠ) To Christopher and Tiffany Duepner Fettig, a son, Conner Gabriel, Feb. 7, 2003. To Tim and Amy Tillis Gray, a daughter, Emma Elizabeth, June 24, 2003. Ashland (EA) To Greg and Amanda Trager Billman, a son, Brenton Nicholas, Aug. 5, 2003. To Casey and Heather Addair Brayshaw, a daughter, Kathryn Belle, June 30, 2003. To Tim and Kelly Shanafelt Gilcrest, twin sons, Aidan Steven and Ian Timothy, April 3, 2003. Baldwin-Wallace (∆Y) To Todd and Lisa Yacobozzi Boylan, a son, Joshua Dean, June 11, 2003. Ball State (∆P) To Keith and Jill Siwek O’Connell, a son, Aidan Michael, Feb. 5, 2003. To Steve and Katie Divelbiss Richards, a daughter, Mary Ella, Dec. 30, 2002. To Jon and Stephanie Buzan Walton, a daughter, Maya Juliana, April 27, 2003. To Brian Alan and Sarah English Warfield Souders, a son, Jace Alan, Nov. 8, 2003. Barry (ΘΩ) To Carlos Humberto and Karin Figueroa Lopez, a son, Carlos Eduardo, March 2, 2003. Bentley (ZP) To Ginny Williams and Rose Anderson, a daughter, Madalyn, Aug. 17, 2003. Bowling Green State (BO) To Randy and Melinda Fisher Blackmer, a daughter, Maizie Marjorie, March 14, 2003.
To Jonathan and Nicole Ullman Booher, twin daughters, Claire Rebecca and Rachel Catherine, Aug. 25, 2003. To Nathan and Holly EngleHeerdt, a daughter, Grace Kathryn, June 16, 2003. To Stephen and Melissa Tamburrino Karagiozis, twins, Carson Anthony and Kylie Jean, May 6, 2003. To Randy and Mandy Gillam Mumma, a daughter, Katelyn Nicole, Aug. 8, 2003. Butler (EB) To Thomas and Jessica Lindley Amick, a son, Landon Thomas, April 3, 2003. To Darrin and Julie Vilt Hutchings, a son, Joshua Daniel, Sept. 19, 2003. To T.J. and Jennifer Allen Koron, a daughter, Ally Renee, June 20, 2003. To Brian and Christy Jordan Minrath, a son, William Jordan, May 15, 2003. To Jeff and Jennifer Merrell Reynolds, a son, Preston Cooper, July 30, 2003. To Aaron and Kelly Golden Walbrandt, a daughter, Sophie Caroline, May 25, 2003. Cal Poly (EX) To Andrew and Lisa Morrison LaVelle, a daughter, Evelyn Claire, July 15, 2003. To Kenneth and Donielle A. Severa-Lee, a daughter, Taylor Ann Severa, June 12, 2003. To David and Lisa Grossman Murphy, a son, Jacob David, June 17, 2003. To John and Carolyn Nielsen Thompson, a son, Carter McDowell, Aug. 22, 2003. Cameron (ΘP) To Joe Rodriguez and Callie Dipprey, a daughter, Madyson Claire, Aug. 10, 2003. Case Western Reserve (ZΠ) To Jim and Heather Konko Schult, a son, Payton Thomas, Sept. 6, 2003. Chapman (HY) To Steve and Erika Erdmann Foster, a son, Colton Edward, July 22, 2003. Colorado (BΓΛ) To Rob and Kasey Chou McGregor, a daughter, Ashlyn Margaret, April 5, 2003. Cornell (∆) To Gerald V. and Katherine Buehl McMahon, a son, Michael G., Sept. 12, 2003.
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To Joseph and Mary Sue Page Youn, a daughter, Cassandra Page, May 7, 2003. CSU/Hayward (H∆) To Brian and Brenda Cabral Balingit, a son, Evan Daniel, Sept. 27, 2003. To Kurtis and Amy Moyers Keala, a daughter, Allyson Kapuanani, March 8, 2003. To Stan and Annie Celada Kwong, a daughter, Kaili Grace, July 3, 2003. To Kevin P. and Michelle Lacson Robinson, a daughter, Kaila Adrienne, June 9, 2003. To Jim and Tiffany Drexhage Rand, a son, Spencer Robert, Sept. 11, 2003. To Tom and Charleen Ivanov Silva, a son, Christian Joseph, Sept. 12, 2003. CSU/Northridge (EY) To Dominic and Josie DiGiacinto Dovidio, a son, Anthony Michael, Jan. 13, 2003. CSU/Sacramento (EΓ) To Rod and Cindy McClure Scaccalosi, a son, Enzo Robert, June 15, 2003. To Chris and Beth Gall Thrasher, a daughter, Amanda Gail, July 20, 2003. CSU/San Bernardino (HB) To Christopher and Nicole Luppino DeLaval, a son, Dominic James, May 13, 2003. To Michael and Amy Eatherly Wetzel, a daughter, Kailee Ann, May 28, 2003. Dayton (ZΨ) To Jon and Kathleen Crowley Falk, a daughter, Lauren Marie, May 30, 2003. To Todd and Stacia Hartwig Rumbarger, a daughter, Julia Grace “Gracie,” Feb. 18, 2003. East Carolina (∆A) To Bill and Heather Mann Burns, a son, Dillon Craig, July 22, 2003. To John and Lori Oates Everhart, a daughter, Emma Katherine, June 20, 2003. To Arthur and Kim Lewis Tipton, a son, Jacob Arthur, June 5, 2003. Eastern Illinois (ZA) To Brad and Patty Hendrickson Goetz, a son, Maxwell Seidel, June 22, 2003. To Corey and Michelle Clifford Hendricks, a son, Jacob Matthew, June 4, 2003.
Elmhurst (ZΞ) To Frank and Lisa McCarty Trentadue, a daughter, Sofia Francesca, June 2, 2003. Florida Tech (ΘZ) To Dave and Andrea Loncto Colby, a daughter, Madison Leigh, April 15, 2003. To Curt and Danielle O’Driscoll Fischer, a son, Ryan Patrick, Aug. 25, 2003. To Brad and Kara McHenry Sysol, a daughter, Lauren Anne, May 22, 2003. Franklin & Marshall (ZΣ) To John and Rebecca McElfresh Liethen, a son, William Edward, June 20, 2003. George Mason (HΛ) To Michael and Kate Mehl Bachman, a son, Grady William, May 8, 2003 To Patrick and Michelle Naylon Faber, a son, Timothy James, Aug. 15, 2003. To Sean and Cindy Wassenaar Parker, a son, Samuel Richard, Feb. 8, 2003. Idaho (BZ) To Greg and Melody Nall Woods, a daughter, Abigail Sierra, June 13, 2003. Illinois (BA) To Rick and Ann Brenner Cotner, a daughter, Margaret Ann, Aug. 25, 2003. To John and Julie Koenigsberger Morley, a son, Brian Arthur, May 21, 2003. To Tom and Wendy Salem Wagner, a son, Henry Thomas, July 7, 2003. Indiana State (∆Π) To Matthew and Jenny Galyean Stoops, a daughter, Molly Elizabeth, April 30, 2003. Indiana U. Southeast (ZE) To Josh and Carrie Jordan Bowman, a son, Byron Lucas, Feb. 19, 2003. Iowa (∆E) To Alexander and Heather Saunders Fox, a son, Ethan Alexander, July 20, 2003. To Ryan and Amy Rankin Murrin, a daughter, Emily Rose, Aug. 10, 2003. To Steven and Kerstin Rajtora Smith, a son, Jacob Alexander, Aug. 11, 2003. Iowa State (Z∆) To Jason and Jennie Clifford Greer, a daughter, Olivia Grace, Aug. 15, 2003.
James Madison (ΘI) To John and Kris Willey Adair, a daughter, Lauren Elizabeth, May 3, 2003. To Neil and Holly Bowdler Cybulski, a daughter, Elizabeth Mae, June 25, 2003. To Fred and Sarah Barry Shane, a son, Aidan Jeffrey, April 27, 2003. Johns Hopkins (ZOΛ) To Jason and Mary Mortensen DeBiasio, a daughter, Amy Elizabeth, July 13, 2003. To Eric Paul and Kathleen Duke Tracy, a son, Timothy Duke, May 15, 2003. Linfield (ΘA) To Robert and Dina Christophersen Musgrave, a daughter, Allison Adele, June 24, 2003. To Rob and Becky AndersonOwens, a son, Charles Rubin, Nov. 7, 2002. To Andy and Melynda SchoenigStitt, a son, Ian Charles, June 29, 2003. Loyola Marymount (ZB) To Brian and Michelle Gunst Norman, a daughter, Natalie Michelle, Jan. 28, 2003. To Glen and Marianne HillLaBarber, a daughter, Kathryn Marie, Aug. 12, 2003. Marquette (HM) To James H. and Michelle Christian, a daughter, Jada Christian, May 1, 2003. Maryland (∆Z) To David and Gina DellaVecchia Leib, twin daughters, Chloe June and Maya Jacqueline, July 15, 2003. To Doug and Hillary Cherry Mintz, a daughter, Jocelyn Marissa, Dec. 21, 2002. Miami University (ΓN) To Michael and Carolyn Shephard Kelley, a daughter, Katherine Elizabeth, Feb. 8, 2003. To Kraig and Julie Cancasci McConaghy, a daughter, Riley Laine, Sept. 4, 2003. Michigan (Θ) To Paul and Kimberly McCall Chaffin, a daughter, Julia Ann, July 12, 2003. To Matthew and Anne Wells Steinhauer, a daughter, Mia Katharine, July 25, 2003. Minnesota (E) To Jeff and Heather Radford Francis, a daughter, Summer Eleanor, May 14, 2003.
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ALPHA PHI
Quarterly
Missouri (O) To Karl and Lynn Duffey Bridges, a son, Jackson Duffey, June 5, 2003. To Adam and April Kastning Haynes, a daughter, Lauren Renee, May 30, 2003. To David and Rose Shanes Lumm, a son, Ryan David, Oct. 14, 2002. To Brian and Kristen Hippard Schraut, a daughter, Aubrey Michele, July 21, 2003. To Jeff and Laura Lueck Worster, a daughter, Abigail Elizabeth, June 5, 2003. NC State (EΦΛ) To Greg and Tonya Maroschak Fink, a son, Eli Jacob, July 6, 2003. To Paul Britton and Kimberly Ann Hale-Surles, a son, Jacob Alexander, Sept. 14, 2003. North Dakota (Π) To Cory and Nicole Mack Chupka, a son, Cole Mack, Jan. 22, 2003. North Texas (ΓH) To John and Caryn Shephard Francis, a daughter, Kristen Ellen Wesley, Jan. 28, 2002. To James and Jessica Curran Looney, a daughter, Josephine Isabelle, July 14, 2003. Northeast Missouri State / Truman State (ΘΓ) To Terry and Andrea Prichard Herbert, a daughter, Allison Faith, Aug. 27, 2003. To James and Jessica Curran Looney, a daughter, Josephine Isabelle, July 14, 2003. To Jason and Joni Cook Patton, a daughter, Hailee Allison, June 18, 2003. To Daniel and Amy Fischer Pavely, a daughter, Whitney Anne, Aug. 13, 2003. Northern Colorado (∆Γ) To Andrew and Jennifer Irwin Brown, a daughter, Tabitha Kate, Nov. 13, 2002. To Jim and Denise Dietz Desmond, a son, James Connor, July 13, 2003. To Benjamin and Stephenie Kaminski Stapera, a son, Joshua William, Jan. 25, 2003. Northern Illinois (E∆) To Jason and Amy Olsen Schwab, a son, Hunter Matthew, June 5, 2003. To Frank and Denise Biel Sweeney, a son, Zachary Andrew, April 18, 2003. Northern Iowa (EΘ) To William and Jennifer Folsom May, a son, William Michael, July 13, 2003. Northwestern (B) To James Arndorfer and Paula Wheeler, a son, Andrew Holland, April 3, 2003. Ohio State (P) To Timothy and Cheryl Bouic Redfern, a daughter, Katy Ann, March 5, 2003.
WINTER 2004
To Chuck and Julianne Kauscher Swayne, a daughter, Leah Caroline, Feb. 8, 2003. Oklahoma City (∆∆) To Stephen and Holly Austin Schmedt, a son, Tanner, Dec. 23, 2002. To Mike and Lauri Hukill Stucki, a daughter, Mikayla Grace, July 11, 2003. Old Dominion (EH) To Scott and Victoria Cordner Manoogian, a son, Alexander Scott, June 24, 2003. Oregon State (BY) To Shane and Mindi Hill Morris, a daughter, Barrett Jane, July 8, 2003. Puget Sound (ΓZ) To Kirk and Kelly Grady Abraham, a daughter, Ella Aisling, April 15, 2003. Purdue (∆M) To Thomas and Karolyn Kinder Cummings, a daughter, Kathryn Kinder, March 30, 2003. Richmond (HΠ) To Mitchell and Aimee Franklin Byrd, a son, Alexander Mitchell, May 7, 2003. San Jose State (BΨ) To Jason and Kathryn Cable Scavone, a daughter, Kayla Irene, May 24, 2003. Santa Clara (ZΓ) To Frank and Michele Gilliam Friedrich, a son, Caleb Joseph, June 1, 2003. Seton Hall (HH) To Daniel and Kim Funaki Burke, a son, Griffin Benjamin, July 21, 2003. To Ryan and Susan Sample-Duffy, a son, Ryan Kenneth Jr., July 21, 2003. Shippensburg (ΘΞ) To Jason and Kendra Fiorentino Wiley, a son, Parker Dean, Aug. 23, 2003. To Seth and Kris Ritthaler Irwin, a son, Bergen Max Ritthaler, May 22, 2003. SUNY/Binghamton (HZ) To David and Janine Coppola Kniola, a daughter, Emerson Giovanna, April 27, 2003. SUNY/Cortland (HT) To Christopher and Marilou FlynnBick, a daughter, Morgan Rose, Sept. 28, 2002. SUNY/Plattsburgh (ΘΨ) To Michael and Jill Bates Reynolds, a son, Erik Michael, April 2, 2003. To Adam Dornt and Sherri Smith, a son, Tyler Richard Cyril, July 10, 2003. Syracuse (A) To Eric and Jennifer Long Brady, a daughter, Alexandra Paige, Aug. 14, 2003.
Texas (Ω) To Alan and Jessica Cridland Bryant, a daughter, Madeleine Lockett, July 21, 2003. To Bryant and Anika Pickens Gatrell, a son, Grayson Thomas, April 22, 2003. To Craig Rawlings and Susan Daniel Keeble, a son, Christopher Rawlings, July 14, 2003. To Chris and Tricia Land Moose, a son, Ryan Scott, July 11, 2003. To Eric and Melanie Kieke Pav, a son, Ethan Mitchell, May 15, 2003.
UC/Santa Barbara (ΓB) To Michael Larbig and Adrienne Sciacca, twins, Merrick and Dorienne, May 19, 2003. To Mike and Sara Newhan Wheaton, a daughter, Brooke Elizabeth, June 7, 2003.
Texas A&M (EΩΛ) To Britt and Andrea Cozad Brooks, a daughter, Erin Elizabeth, June 24, 2003. To Patrick and Jennifer Collins Hohlt, a son, Kyle William, April 3, 2003. To Josh and Stacy Burdick Morrissey, a daughter, Faith Ashley, July 15, 2003. To Terry and Christine Palmer Steger, a daughter, Eleanor Paige, June 22, 2003.
Villanova (HE) To Robert and Jennifer Palasinski McGrady, a daughter, Jessica Muriel, June 20, 2003.
Texas Christian (ZN) To David and Nadine Troll Parsons, a daughter, Claire Elizabeth, Feb. 24, 2003. Texas Tech (ΓI) To Alan and Jessica Cridland Bryant, a daughter, Madeleine Lockett, July 21, 2003. To Keith and Sheri Evans Dann, a daughter, Emerson Grace, Feb. 4, 2003. To Christopher and Amanda Smith Paxton, a daughter, Paige Alyson, June 22, 2003. To Mark and Amanda Roberson Stanley, a son, Samuel Tyler, June 21, 2003. To Greg and Amy Evans Swearingen, a daughter, McKenna Ann, May 10, 2003. To Tracy and Julie Reid Tally, a daughter, Ellen Catherine, Dec. 19, 2002. Towson (HΩ) To Jason and Rose Costa Heilemann, a daughter, Olivia Rose, Feb. 14, 2003. UC/Berkeley (Λ) To Dan and Melissa Arlen Brady, a daughter, Kaitlyn Grace, July 17, 2003. To Tim Boyd and Dr. Laura Crowe, a daughter, Caroline Sara, July 2, 2003. UC/Davis (EP) To Steven and Vanessa Lee Lo, a son, Ethan James, May 29, 2003. UCLA (B∆) To Michael and Patricia Juhn Pangan, a son, Nicholas Juhn, June 24, 2003. To Brad and Linda Abraham Silver, a son, Brad Lee II, April 19, 2003.
UNC/Asheville (ΘX) To Robert and Becca Pfau Yanacsek, a daughter, Elizabeth Jane “Ellie,” June 16, 2003. UNC/Wilmington (HΞ) To Will and Tyler Perry McFadyen, a daughter, Madison Grace, May 29, 2003.
Virginia Tech (HO) To Mitchell and Erin Craig-Fischi, a son, Darian Vincent, Aug. 25, 2003. Washington (Σ) To Ben and Jennifer Bigos Johnson, a son, Benjamin “Mackie” Jr., Aug. 29, 2003. To Brian and Dana Van Nest Kelly, a son, Finnian Stewart, Aug. 2, 2003. Washington State (BPΛ) To Aaron and Erin Tabor Hopper, a daughter, Grace Hailey, April 18, 2003. To Stephen and Keri Leyda Manfred, a son, Owen Michael, June 5, 2003. West Chester (EK) To Sean and Alison Goldberg Palat, a son, Gavin Blake, Aug. 9, 2003. Western Michigan (∆Θ) To Dr. Kyle and Meghan Neenan Gunnerson, a daughter, Brigid Neenan, Aug. 6, 2003. Wichita State (ΓΞ) To Jared and Melissa Wangemann Maag, a daughter, Emma Elisabeth, July 1, 2003. To James and Amber Barta Reynolds, a daughter, Brianna Elizabeth Nicole, Aug. 16, 2003. Wilfrid Laurier (IΘ) To Matthew and Amanda Bonsi Coughlin, a son, Korbin Alexander, Jan. 29, 2003. Wisconsin/LaCrosse (∆K) To Chad and Christie Hendrickson Scheuerell, a daughter, Alexys Ray, June 3, 2003.
Marriages Akron (HΓ) Suzanne M. Squire to Randy W. Christman, June 14, 2003. Nicole Geiser to John Russell, Sept. 20, 2003.
Arizona State (ΓΠ) Genoa Sibold-Cohn to Eric Blankenship, Oct. 25, 2003. Elizabeth Holowiak to John Margewicz, June 28, 2003. Christie Kozak to Dustin Parker, Aug. 3, 2002. Stacey Birkby to Cory Vandivert, Oct. 11, 2003. Baldwin-Wallace (∆Y) Heather Schiefer to Erik Hudak, July 19, 2003. Nicole Butera to John Licata, July 26, 2003. Rachel Rainier to Aaron Schoonmaker, June 28, 2003. Heather Taylor to Chris Zirke, Sept. 6, 2003. Ball State (∆P) Kristen Barsh to Patrick Downing, July 12, 2003. Bentley (ZP) Jillian Lamoureux to Marc C. Nowlan, Sept. 26, 2003. Boston (HΛ) Jennifer Bennett to Hajir Moghaddam, Aug. 2, 2003. Bowling Green State (BO) Mandy Slater to Brent Boggs, June 28, 2003. Jacquelynne Takach to Marc Moretti, Aug. 9, 2003. Stephanie Ball to David Strano, Oct. 11, 2003. Nicole Messmann to Stephen Walter, July 12, 2003. British Columbia (BΘ) Alix Koehler to Cory-Paul Allen, Aug. 16, 2003. Emily Lew to Keith Chan, July 19, 2003. Rita Chue to Greg Dyck, May 11, 2002. Vrania Chan to Jason Lim, Aug. 2, 2003. Ji-Sung Chang to Shane MacKay, Aug. 31, 2003. Butler (EB) Stephanie Kinser to Timothy Hixson, July 5, 2003. Jennifer Jaroszewski to Paul Muszik, July 6, 2002. Central Missouri State (ΘΛ) Stacey Belshe to Brian Toomay, Aug. 2, 2003. Christopher Newport (ΘΦ) Jennifer Amit to Vincent Macalino, July 5, 2003. Jessica Harper to Lorenzo Mannino, April 18, 2003. Patricia Connors to Jon Poulsen, July 26, 2003. Colorado (BΓΛ) Jennifer Zaremba to Christopher Herrman, Sept. 6, 2003. Lora Chamberlain to Michael Zanibbi, Aug. 2, 2003.
Arizona (BE) Jill Robinson to Tom Connell, April 26, 2003.
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Cornell (∆) Christine Nitzsche to Michael Go, May 25, 2003. Elizabeth Martin to Alan Smith, Oct. 25, 2003.
Illinois (BA) Kimberly Miller to Richard Kedra, July 26, 2003. Cher Decker to Kurt Wagner, Sept. 6, 2003.
Creighton (Θ∆) Kristin Morss to Benjamin Jones, July 10, 2003.
Indiana (BT) Malia Habicht to Kurt Casper, July 12, 2003. Dr. Laura Emond to Kyle Kimble, June 7, 2003.
CSU/Hayward (H∆) Mary Simcox to Felix Miranda, June 14, 2003. To Anand and Nisha Patel, a son, Savan, Aug. 27, 2003. Monica Brumfield to Michael Taylor, July 12, 2003.
Indiana State (∆Π) Melissa Griffin to Daniel Jones, July 12, 2003.
CSU/Northridge (EY) Laura Swickard to Joe McGowan, Sept. 22, 2003. Christina Ikola to Alex Rener, Aug. 16, 2003. Jennifer Borwick to Tony Zammikiel, Aug. 9, 2003.
Iowa (∆E) Kristine McCulloh to Jason Dreckman, Aug. 2, 2003. Alison Girsch to Jeff Girling, June 21, 2003. Sara Abdo to Kyle Gott, July 5, 2003. Brandy LaRue to Christopher Wilbus, July 12, 2003.
CSU/Sacramento (EΓ) Natalie Dolce to Michael Alizadeh, Sept. 13, 2003. Lisa Keelor to Keith Gall, May 3, 2003.
Iowa State (Z∆) Amanda Reese to Michael Ballard, Sept. 13, 2003. Angela Eilering to Wayne Houghton, Oct. 12, 2003.
CSU/San Bernardino (HB) Sarah DeHaan to Richard Ober, Sept. 14, 2003.
James Madison (ΘI) Emily Goodman to Tim Scott, July 25, 2003. Erica Fulginiti to Michael Thrailkill, Aug. 23, 2003.
DePauw (Γ) Anna Riefe to Brian Curran, June 28, 2003. Gina James to Nathan Meierbachtol, May 31, 2003. Drake (ΓO) Adrianne Traxinger to Christopher Michele, Sept. 20, 2003. Eastern Illinois (ZA) Paula Heap to Brad Barton, June 21, 2003. Laura Wolff to Chad Wampler, Oct. 12, 2002. Eastern Washington (HΨ) Melissa “Missy” Morton to Aaron Kjack, July 12, 2003. Elmhurst (ZΞ) Christine Peltzer to Brian Burzynski, Oct. 4, 2003. Mary Tubbs to Michael Harling, April 6, 2003. Franklin & Marshall (ZΣ) Juline E. Morris to Rodway A. Sterner, Aug. 30, 2003. Idaho (BZ) Jennifer Gish to David Eshelman, April 26, 2003. Sara Collyer to Tim Matthews, Aug. 9, 2003. Tamra Lynn Thorne to Jason Tyler Roth, Oct. 12, 2003.
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Kent State (BΩ) Susan Kilby to William Grogan, June 27, 2003. Alexis Boettler to Brian Lux, Sept. 27, 2003. Linfield (ΘA) Abigail Rhodes to David Brown, July 12, 2003. Jami Dryden to Adam Davids, Aug. 31, 2003. Miami University (ΓN) Kimberly Wells to Jonathan Eul, Sept. 6, 2003. Allison Scheer to Dave Garrigus, June 14, 2003. Megan Saulnier to Michael MacGillis, Aug. 16, 2003. Leigh Ann Parkinson to Sean Sullivan, June 14, 2003. Michigan (Θ) Courtney Dwight to Craig Finlayson, May 10, 2003. Kristin Kokones to Michael Hornberger, Oct. 18, 2002. Amy Labriola to Kristopher Neff, July 26, 2003. Michigan State (BB) Mary Palazzolo to Thomas Kerr, Feb. 15, 2003. Kristina “Tina” Roberts to Jasen Nolff, Sept. 14, 2002.
Missouri (O) Jennifer White to Ted Willard, May 17, 2003.
Northern Iowa (EΘ) Leanna Peterson to Timothy Page, May 23, 2003.
MIT (ZΦ) Mariah Luff to Thurmond Senter, May 17, 2003.
Northwestern (B) Brie Nelson to Mark Koenigs, July 5, 2003.
NC State (EΦΛ) Karen Joyner to Robert Jones, Oct. 4, 2003. Stacy Poindexter to John Owen, July 5, 2003.
Old Dominion (EH) Beth Buchanan to Lee Duff, Oct. 11, 2003.
Nebraska (N) Jenny Brabec to Erin Donner, March 22, 2003. Brittany Bailey to Nicholas Jarecke, Aug. 9, 2003. Shannon Robson to Matthew Phillips, July 5, 2003. Nebraska/Kearney (∆Ξ) Kyla Johnson to Todd M. Bade, May 9, 2003. New Hampshire (HA) Gabrielle Foote to Aaron Clark, May 17, 2003. North Dakota (Π) Lindsay DeBoer to Leif Carlson, Aug. 30, 2003. Jessica Meyer to Tracy Lura, July 5, 2003. North Texas (ΓH) Jennifer Womack to Robert Anderson, July 12, 2003. Sharon Rhodes to David Cowart, Aug. 16, 2003. Crystal Webb to Kyle Shores, July 12, 2003. Amyana Kaker to Thomas J. Trigg, Sept. 15, 2002.
Oregon (T) Karen Clark to Zack Carboni, June 28, 2003. Sally Mathews to John Farrell, June 21, 2003. Saori Clark to Geoff Gillam, June 20, 2003. Penn State (ΓP) Jennifer Filosa to Eric Pipal, Aug. 17, 2003. Pennsylvania (HI) Laura Yens to John McDonald, July 26, 2003. Rensselaer (ΘT) Anna Wasienko to Kenneth Hoover, Aug. 31, 2003. Rochester (ΘK) Carrie Ives to Timothy Little, Oct. 13, 2002. Anne Rex to Thomas Torzok, Aug. 16, 2003. San Diego (HP) Alison Clem to Robert Kieckhafer, June 21, 2003. San Diego State (ΓA) Shelby Wake to Aaron Hoyt, Sept. 6, 2003. Laura Bauman to Dan Lajeunesse, Sept. 19, 2003.
Northeast Missouri State / Truman State (ΘΓ) Jill Belter to Tim Bass, Aug. 16, 2003. Jennifer Simpson to Toby Conway, May 17, 2003. Christina Yeager to Jason Dworkin, July 6, 2003.
San Jose State (BΨ) Amanda Aichele to Patrick Anderson, Sept. 6, 2003. Monica Kough to James De Anda, Aug. 16, 2003.
Northern Illinois (E∆) Maureen Flaherty to Domenic Ernandez, April 13, 2003. Dana Bugay to Kenneth Franchi II, Oct. 3, 2003. Michelle Arvanitakis to William Hannah, Oct. 5, 2002. Jennifer Odom to Chris Masterson, Aug. 16, 2003. Julie Hemersbach to A.J. Poyer, Aug. 2, 2003. Georgeann Bosco to Robert Smith, Sept. 26, 2003. Heather McHugh to Martin Stockhausen, May 31, 2003.
Southwest Texas State (ZK) Paula Altgelt to Rodney Dale Neil, June 7, 2003.
Southern Illinois (EΞ) Stefanie Karl to Daniel Crawford, Dec. 21, 2002.
SUNY/Plattsburgh (ΘΨ) Kathleen Miller to David Scott, July 19, 2003. Shevaun Mottl to Tony Trifaro, June 28, 2003. Texas (Ω) Laura Burton to Ben Bates, Oct. 18, 2003. Texas A&M (EΩΛ) Christine Cross to Thomas Hall III, Nov. 23, 2002. Texas A&M/Commerce (∆B) Brandi Kerzee to Tom Ellis, May 3, 2003. Texas Tech (ΓI) Ashley Smith to Jake Jones, April 5, 2003. Jennifer Jeffrey to Casey O’Brien, July 5, 2003. Cara Schurwon to Sean O’Leary, June 21, 2003. Carissa Waida to Michael “Mike” Pratt, Jan. 11, 2003. Amanda Kelley to Michael Weber, Sept. 13, 2003. Toronto (Ξ) Jocelyn Tanchoco to Daniel Kim, June 22, 2003. UC/Davis (EP) Lauren Palmer to Brian Esslinger, Aug. 2, 2003. Stephanie Hooker to Timothy Murphy, Sept. 27, 2003. Karen Smalbach to Robert Worthen Jr., May 30, 2003. UC/Irvine (HK) Kimberly Wai to Kevin Robledo, May 25, 2003. UCLA (B∆) Linda Martin to Steve Williams, March 8, 2003. UC/Santa Barbara (ΓB) Catherine Whitted to Steven Beeny, April 12, 2003. UNC/Asheville (ΘX) Lesa Y.C. Trey to Anthony Louis Wendeln II, Oct. 12, 2002.
St. Mary’s (IB) Jessica Leora Adan to David Alan Weier, June 7, 2003.
UNC/Wilmington (HΞ) Nesha Bartholomew to Thorne Daubenspeck, May 17, 2003. Laurie Price to Jeff Dudash, July 26, 2003.
SUNY/Binghamton (HZ) Michele Zacharias to Kelly Patterson, May 24, 2003.
University of the Pacific (IΓ) Esmeralda Gomez to Jose Cruz, Sept. 13, 2003.
SUNY/Cortland (HT) Amy Williamson to Derek Bowman, July 5, 2003. Yvette Nixon to Michael Maurer, Nov. 2, 2002.
USC (BΠ) Jennifer Wheeler to Jake Parker, July 19, 2003. Cindi Smith to Brian Smith, Sept. 20, 2003.
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Villanova (HE) Fuchsia Yannuzzi to Anthony Pologruto, May 31, 2003. Tamara C. Beresky to Michael W. Zemola, July 4, 2003.
Wichita State (ΓΞ) Julie King to Ernie Gomez, May 24, 2003. Sara Taylor to Matthew VanDeCreek, May 20, 2003.
Virginia (ZI) Ann Rohde to Matthew Payes, Nov. 9, 2003.
William Woods (∆X) Suzanna Schafer to David A. Dean, Nov. 9, 2002. Cynthia Schradle Owens to Paul Stearns, Jan. 4, 2003.
Virginia Tech (HO) Jeni Stiefelmeyer to Matthew Brooking, May 17, 2003. Courtney Briggs to Brian Hampton, July 26, 2003. Washburn (Y) Jaelle Norden to Brett Durbin, June 28, 2003. Heather Hayes to Todd Grove, Nov. 30, 2002. Washington (Σ) Shelly Ramsey to Scott Houston, Sept. 13, 2003. Washington State (BPΛ) Lori Lyman to Steve Losee, June 6, 2003. Sara Shaffer to Brian Palmer, Sept. 6, 2003. Sandra Mercer to Mark Schwarz, May 31, 2003. Washington University (ZY) Tracee Orlove to Kevin Fruman, Aug. 31, 2003. West Virginia (BI) Cari Mason to Rob Fowler, Aug. 31, 2003.
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Wisconsin/LaCrosse (∆K) Melissa Slattery to Garret Marshall, Aug. 31, 2003. Carol Leslie Wilde to Chuck Wahl, Aug. 6, 2003.
Silent Chapter Alabama (BM) Catherine "Kay" Perovich Walker ('38), May 22, 2003. Arizona (BE) Maxine Donahue English (’98), July 30, 2003. Ball State (∆P) Lucinda Lee Baker Martin (’65), May 16, 2003. Colorado (BΓ) Marcia W. Keleher (’54), Aug. 10, 2003. Linda Lee Gross Lennartz (’38), Sept. 21, 2003. Denison (BK) Margaret Vaughan Hartsel (’36), Oct. 12, 2002.
Eastern Illinois (ZA) Julie Catherine Profilet Frichtl (’82), Aug. 7, 2003. Idaho (BZ) Vivian Reed Riesbol (’30), March 1, 2003. Illinois (BA) Jean Pillsbury Pregaldin (’42), Oct. 11, 2003. Indiana (BT) Elizabeth Josephine Bird Ligon (’49), Oct. 6, 2003. Michigan (Θ) Evelyn Lehman (’33), May 30, 2003. Charlotte Riggin Lorenzen (’44), June 1, 2003. Missouri (O) Constance Jeannette Schweiger Rode (‘51), July 13, 2003.
TRIBUTE TO A SISTER Betty Lovleand Heinze (A-Syracuse) entered the Silent Chapter on Aug. 14, 2003. She was 71. As Alpha Phi International’s historian for more than 25 years, Betty was committed to teaching Alpha Phi’s history. She and her mother, Edith Nottingham Loveland (A-Syracuse), worked to preserve Alpha Phi’s heritage in a combined effort of more Betty Heinze than 40 years, Edith from 195070 and Betty from 1974-2000. Donations may be made to the Octagon House in care of B.L. Hush & Sons Funeral Home, 10 Genesee Street, Camillus, NY 13031.
Montana (X) Pauline Swartz Cogswell (’27), June 11, 2003. Northwestern (B) Betty Jean “B.J.” Wilson Tennant (’42), Sept. 12, 2003.
Utah (BΣ) Connie Leonudakis Prekeges (‘57), July 30, 2003.
Oklahoma (Φ) Della Keith Foree (’28), Aug. 16, 2003.
Washington (Σ) Marcie “Marissa” Dannemiller (’96), July 30, 2003.
South Dakota (Ψ) Gloria Rabe Handel (’48), July 17, 2003 (also Nu-Nebraska).
West Virginia (BI) Gaynell Straight Malesky (’31), Sept. 17, 2003.
Texas (Ω) Florence Dulaney Steer (’39), May 12, 2003.
Whitman (BΦ) Joan Armstrong Moody (’59), Feb. 6, 2003.
Wisconsin/Stout (ΓΣ) Mary Alexander Matter (’62), March 3, 2003.
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Reunions Beta Betas Establish Scholarship to Commemorate 40th EPSILON SISTERS KEEP IN TOUCH
Their Alpha Phi connection extends beyond that: Jen’s sister is a collegian at Northern Colorado ( ), and Molly’s mother and sister are both Alpha Phis. “We had never met or even known about one another,” says Molly. “What a strange coincidence that we met this way and have a family of Alpha Phis.” –Molly Lungrin
Co-Workers Have More In Common Than Job Michigan State (BB) alumnae from the class of 1963 have maintained a yearly newsletter since graduation and hold reunions every five years. During a June reunion at Connie Snider Horn’s home in Pelican Lake, Minn., they established an endowed Beta Beta scholarship to commemorate their 40th anniversary. –Karen Abel Kolschowsky
Delta Sigmas Meet After 20 Years Wisconsin/Stevens Point (∆Σ) sisters hold a reunion on Oct. 11. After the chapter formally closed in 1983, it had been more than 20 years since many had seen each other. Another reunion is planned for Homecoming weekend, Oct. 8, 2005. –Kristy Schwandt
Minnesota (E) alumnae from the new member class of 1987 gather every few months for brunch.
BETA KAPPA ALUMNAE CELEBRATE 60 YEARS OF SISTERHOOD
Jan Algozine and Julie Mayrose
Six Denison (BK) sisters who pledged Alpha Phi as freshmen in 1943 reunited in June in Granville, Ohio, to celebrate 60 years of friendship.
Small World OMICRONS HOLD SPECIAL REUNION
Missouri (O) sisters joined Jamie Behlman for a milestone celebration: she has been cancer-free for five years. Jamie is pictured in the front row, second from left.
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Sisters Discover They Are Family During her first chapter visit to Colorado School of Mines (IF), Educational Leadership Consultant Molly Lungrin ( Nebraska/Kearney) introduced herself to Program Development Adviser Jen O’Hara ( -Northern Colorado). When their colleges came up, Jen said she had a cousin who attended Nebraska/Kearney. Turns out Molly was related to the same person, and Jen and Molly discovered they are second cousins.
Dr. Julie A. Mayrose ( I-Roanoke) is director of graduate education at Silver Lake College in Manitowoc, Wis. Since she works primarily out of her home office three hours away from campus, she needed a place to stay the one or two days a week she came to the college. When Jan Acheson Algozine ( L-Purdue), the college’s vice president of student services, offered Julie to stay with her, the pair discovered their shared affiliation. “Imagine my delight when I was getting ready for work after my first night in Jan’s home and I saw her pledge paddle hanging on the wall,” says Julie. “It is a small world when you travel halfway across the country and find a sister.” –Julie A. Mayrose
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