Alpha Gamma Delta Quarterly • Fall 2011

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a young alumna, it was difficult for me to determine what role Alpha Gamma Delta would play in my adult life.

I definitely wanted to remain connected with the Fraternity and understood there were many avenues to do so. But would I have enough time with a busy career and a young family? Would my alumnae experience remain relevant to my life as I got older?

I quickly realized that my involvement with the Fraternity could take many shapes to fit into my life at any given stage.

Alpha Gamma Delta’s Alumnae Experience Task Force wants to know how you feel about your alumnae experience. There is always room for improvement, and with your help, we can work together to ensure Alpha Gamma Delta is relevant to all alumnae. Be sure to take the alumnae survey on page 16!

Due to my meaningful and strong collegiate experience, I was dedicated to maintaining involvement in Alpha Gamma Delta during adulthood. With the growth of the Fraternity (Already, we have over 600 more new members than in 2008, and there are still chapters who have not yet participated in Formal Recruitment!) and the release of the Alpha

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and Gamma Experience, I believe the collegiate experience is stronger than ever. I was fortunate enough to be copied on an email from Beta Beta Chapter’s President Courtney Schaff in which she said, “[The Gamma Experience] gives practical and modern application to our Purpose and I see our sisterhood strengthening with this opportunity to open up and share with one another.” How inspiring! As we continue to share Alpha Gamma Delta with new universities like Austin Peay (with 76 new members!) and University of South Carolina (colonizing in fall 2012), I know Alpha Gamma Delta will continue to be a leader in the fraternal world.

Please consider joining us at International Convention 2012 in St. Louis from July 18-21.

In addition to celebrating the Foundation’s 50th anniversary, we will be embracing our sisterhood and living with Purpose.

You won’t want to miss this!

Speaking of living with Purpose, have you had a chance to review the Fraternity's new visual identity and brand message: Live with Purpose? If you missed the Summer 2011 electronic Quarterly, you can learn more on page 3.

You may be wondering, what is

the meaning behind Live with Purpose? Since the creation of the Alpha Gamma Delta Purpose in 1919, Alpha Gams have embraced the ideals Founder Emily Helen Butterfield laid out as a road map to a fulfilling and meaningful life. It encompasses everything Alpha Gamma Delta stands for, including our drive to inspire the woman and impact the world.

Live with Purpose is intended to encourage members to carry out the values exemplified in the Purpose in a way that is comfortable and relevant to them. Are you living with Purpose? Share your story with the Quarterly staff at quarterly@ alphagammadelta.org.

Jackie Brannon Stutts International President

P.S.: Have you registered for myAlphaGam yet? I have, and I love the new features (like the Volunteer Search) that came with the 2.0 upgrade. It is such a great product that will continue to make our connections with Alpha Gamma Delta much easier to manage!

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Director of Communications and Marketing Jill Lewman Harter Graphic Design and Marketing Specialist Kylee Kirk Communications and Marketing Coordinator Kailee Fouch Bennett

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Sister Spotlight

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Pearls of Wisdom The Quarterly Magazine Mission

Chapter Grand

The Alpha Gamma Delta Quarterly Magazine endeavors to:

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• Serve as a forum of communication to inspire, educate and challenge members on Fraternity, Greek and women’s issues.

• Rekindle, sustain and excite member loyalty and interest through celebrating and validating sisterhood and recognizing and acknowledging individual and chapter/ club accomplishments.

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(On the Cover: Chapter house at Alpha-Syracuse University. A special thank you to Fraternal Composite Service (FCS) for photographing the chapter house. Learn more about FCS at www.fraternalcomposite.com.)

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the INbox Dear Quarterly Staff, What a beautiful issue of the Quarterly this is! I loved reading about the new brand and all of the stories behind the brand identity components and, of course, about the Gamma Experience content.

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I found myself getting chills as I was reading the issue, and a lot of pride ran through my body as I thought about all the success Alpha Gamma Delta has experienced over the past few years. I am truly very grateful to have been able to be a part of that. It was also really special to see [Lee Woodham Digiovanni, Education Committee Chairman] highlighted in the issue. She has been a great partner to our team at The Leadership Institute-Women with Purpose and we really appreciate all the work she does!

I just wanted to say congrats to each of you. Job very well done.

Best, Erin Correa Executive Director The Leadership Institute-Women with Purpose, Inc Erin, Thank you for your message! We appreciate Alpha Gamma Delta’s relationship with The Leadership Institute and are so pleased with the success of the Gamma Experience. Thanks to you and your team for all of your hard work on this initiative.

Best, Jill Harter Quarterly Editor

Thanks to all of the sisters who provided feedback on the Quarterly on our Facebook Fan Page and on Twitter. Several of your comments are below:

• @alphagammadelta love the look of the new Quarterly!

–Stephanie Wolf, Theta OmicronWestern Carolina University

TWEETS • Thank you @alphagammadelta for the opportunity to be featured on your website. So proud to be an Alpha Gam and share that with others :) –Samantha Avanzino, Delta OmicronUniversity of Nevada, Las Vegas

• Good to see @leedigio (Lee Woodham Digiovanni, Education Committee Chairman) featured in the new @ alphagammadelta Quarterly!

–Amy Kant, Beta EpsilonCarroll University

• Exciting to see Mu Chapter listed as a Jewel Chapter in the latest @alphagammadelta Quarterly!

–Andrea Pendleton, Gamma IotaMercer University

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FACEBOOK COMMENTS • It's great! I used to have a copy of Cooking With Grand Council, and now I'm following their blog.

–Nann Blaine Hilyard, Epsilon AlphaUniversity of Missouri-Columbia

Submit your feedback on the Quarterly!

Thank you to all sisters who submitted a letter to the editor for this issue.

Remember, the Quarterly is for YOU! We want to hear what you think about your magazine! Send your comments on this issue of the Quarterly by December 15 by e-mail to quarterly@ alphagammadelta.org or by mail to Attn:

Quarterly Editor, 8710 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46260.

fraternity news updates

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Did you know? We've moved!

Since our founding, Alpha Gamma

International Headquarters staff

Delta has touched the lives of over

officially moves into the new building

155,000 women. Alumnae Dues

at 8710 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis,

supports many Fraternity initiatives,

IN 46260 in mid-November. Our

from collegiate chapter development

phone number, 317-872-2655, will

with Purpose.

and extension opportunities to

remain the same. Please refrain from

volunteer initiatives and alumnae

sending mail to our previous address

Did you receive the issue in your

programming. Your $40 contribution

on Founders Road. If you have any

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questions, contact International

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Headquarters at 317-872-2655 or

extend our reach and the means to

info@alphagammadelta.org.

Alpha Gamma Delta distributed the Summer 2011 electronic Quarterly in August 2011. This issue marked the launch of the Fraternity's new visual identity and brand message: Live

email inbox? If not, you can view it on our website by visiting www. alphagammadelta.org and searching for "summer Quarterly."

exceed our Purpose.

Is your email listed in the Fraternity's

You can pay your Alumnae Dues in two

database? To ensure that International Headquarters has your updated contact information, log in to the myAlphaGam section of the Fraternity website (formerly Member Services) and click "Edit my profile" in the upper left part of the screen. More about myAlphaGam is available on page 8.

ways: 1. Online: Visit www. alphagammadelta.org and type "alumnae dues" in the search bar.

2. By Mail: Send a $40 check to Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity, 8710 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46260.

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Call to Convention By order of International Council:

Notice is hereby given that the 47th International Convention of Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity will be held at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch, St. Louis, Missouri, July 18-22, 2012.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012 Arrivals Registration and Credentials Opening Session and Reception

Thursday, July 19, 2012 Business Meeting and Educational Programming Lunch Programming Ritual Services Honors of Epsilon Pi Banquet and Ceremonies

Friday, July 20, 2012 Business Meeting Time to Explore St. Louis

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Saturday, July 21, 2012

Philanthropy One Mile Fun Run/Walk Educational Programming Awards Luncheon Final Business Meeting and Closing Session Feast of Roses

Sunday, July 22, 2012 Departures—Safe Travels Home!

Please note: This schedule is tentative.

Join Alpha Gamma Deltas from across the continent to celebrate sisterhood, embrace traditions and learn how the Fraternity is moving forward to fulfill our brand message: Live with Purpose. In addition to the traditional ceremonies like Feast of Roses and the Honors of Epsilon Pi banquet, attendees will receive valuable training regarding your collegiate officer or alumnae volunteer role.

We’ll also celebrate the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation's 50th Anniversary at this monumental event. Registration packets will be produced electronically again this year and will be available in early 2012.

See you in St. Louis!

Fraternity Financial Statement To view the complete 2010-2011 financial statement, search "financial statement" at www.alphagammadelta.org.

Merchandise sales and royalties: $473,179 Did you buy something from Alpha Gamma Delta last year? You helped support your Fraternity! Every time someone buys Alpha Gamma Delta merchandise from International Headquarters or from a licensed vendor, Alpha Gamma Delta receives a portion of the sale. Licensed vendors essentially pay Alpha Gamma Delta to use the marks the Fraternity owns, such as the Greek letters AGD and the Armorial Bearings. So by only purchasing from IHQ or licensed vendors, you’re giving back to Alpha Gamma Delta!

(2009-2010 - $376,401)

Support from our members: $2,479,946 Both our collegians and alumnae involved with alumnae groups pay support fees to Alpha Gamma Delta. These member fees are a main source of revenue for Alpha Gamma Delta and are used to fund many of the Fraternity’s initiatives.

(2009-2010 - $1,453,148)

Other income related to rental properties and investments: $791,831 International Headquarters building: $518,473

Grants from the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation: $200,000 Each year, the Foundation grants $200,000 to the Fraternity to use for educational initiatives, the Leadership Consultant program and Undergraduate Interfraternity Institute (UIFI) and LeaderShape scholarships. The Fraternity is deeply grateful for the Foundation's continued support!

The old IHQ building was sold, which was used to help purchase the new building.

Foundation

Alumnae Dues: $77,981.53 During the last fiscal year, Alumnae Dues contributions totaled $77,981.53. Can you imagine what this total would be if every alumna paid her Alumnae Dues? It would equal over $3.2 million! Make a contribution online by searching for “alumnae dues” at www.alphagammadelta.org.

(2009-2010 - $81,820.40)

Total revenue: $4,541,411 Total revenue for the 2010-2011 fiscal year was at an all-time high, thanks to the support of our members!

(2009-2010 - $2,793,017)

Expenses: $3,064,220 Total expenses for the fiscal year increased proportionally, as expected, because of Convention 2010, the purchase of a new International Headquarters and enhanced educational programming.

(2009-2010 - $2,389,779)

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Make an Impact on Alpha Gamma Delta!

International Council Election Process is Underway

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a faithful network of volunteers from the past and present, Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity has become a dynamic, values-driven group of women who are truly making a difference in the lives of others. The International Council elections process is underway, and we need member participation!

International Council members are the leaders of our Fraternity, encouraging all sisters to promote Alpha Gamma Delta’s brand message: Live with Purpose. While serving on International Council, officers maintain awareness of current Fraternity issues, participate in implementing our strategic plan and ensure financial health of the organization. In addition, officers must understand the current nature of the fraternal movement and be willing to travel extensively to represent the Fraternity.

The structure of our Fraternity enables International Council to concentrate on long-term issues for our success while empowering our Volunteer Service Team to work hands-on with our membership to provide guidance and expertise on a daily basis.

In addition to working with volunteers, International Council regularly interacts with International Headquarters staff to executing strategic growth initiatives.

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Officers to be elected are:

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International President International Vice President-Alumnae International Vice President-Collegians International Vice President-Membership International Vice President-Extension International Vice President-Finance International Vice President-Panhellenic Affairs

Job descriptions of International Council members are available by searching "elections" on the Fraternity website.

By participating in the election process, you will help select a group of leaders that will lead the Fraternity, with Purpose!

1. Who is eligible to serve on International Council?

4. What happens after recommendations have been made?

To be eligible for International Council service, a member must:

• Be an alumna in Good Standing.

• Have served a minimum of two years in a

Volunteers Service Team position.

• Be current in paying yearly Alumnae Dues

to International Headquarters.

The Elections Committee will review all recommendations for eligibility. Those eligible will be asked if they are willing to serve and if so, will be asked to complete biographical information.

After interviewing via conference call and determining women who closely match the qualifications, a ballot will be determined.

In addition, a candidate for International President must have completed a minimum of two years of service on International Council.

2. What qualifications are necessary for International Council?

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Possess high ideas and attain somewhat unto them.

Serve as both internal and external ambassadors of the Fraternity.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Fraternity organization and programs.

Be able to communicate effectively to all entities of Alpha Gamma Delta and the community.

Be willing and able to fulfill all the specific duties of the office.

Be able to travel and to represent the Fraternity.

Accept the responsibility of conducting business for the good of the entire Fraternity.

Financially support the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation.

5. Who can vote in the election?

Voting members of the Fraternity include current and former Grand/International Council officers, current members of the Volunteer Service Team, each collegiate and alumnae chapter or club in Good Standing, each incorporated house association and each Chapter Advisor.

Please exercise your right to participate in the elections process!

Elections Committee

Tricia Barber Elections Committee Chairman elecc@vst.alphagammadelta.org

Carol Reppel Amling eleccm@vst.alphagammadelta.org

Adrienne Kerr Beckett eleccm2@vst.alphagammadelta.org

Stephanie Simpson eleccm3@vst.alphagammdelta.org

Barbara Meador Callard eleccm4@vst.alphagammadelta.org

More information about the election process is available by searching "elections" on the Fraternity website.

3. How do I make a recommendation?

Individual members, chapter and clubs submit recommendations to the Elections Committee. Forms may be requested from the Executive Director at International Headquarters or secured from the Fraternity’s website by searching for "elections" at www.alphagammadelta.org. A member requires two recommendations to be considered for the ballot. A member who recommends herself must receive two additional recommendations. Recommendations must be made for a specific office; however, the Elections Committee has the final responsibility to determine the best qualified slate to be presented for elections. Ballot placement for all offices will be limited to two candidates. Recommendations are due to International Headquarters by December 9, 2011.

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Have you had a chance to check out myAlphaGam, the new, members-only portal? Here you’ll have instant access to find sisters near you, access handbooks and forms, download helpful resources and update your information! If you’ve already registered, you may have noticed some significant enhancements making myAlphaGam better and easier to use. Check out some of the highlights!

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Looking for Additional Resources?

In the Idea Center, you will find recruitment resources, brand templates, Alpha Gamma Delta Experience materials and Alpha Gam songs. Many recruitment, brand and Alpha Gamma Delta Experience resources are still being developed so be sure to check back often!

Access Handbooks, Manuals and Forms The Resource Center is your one-stop shop for all operational Fraternity documents.

to receive the Quarterly! Under “Edit my profile,” you can also change your username and password for myAlphaGam. If you would like for other Alpha Gams who may be searching for you to see your personal contact information, adjust your privacy settings by clicking “Edit” on the personal info box and selecting “Share contact information” at the bottom.

Your Information and Privacy Settings 2 Update Be sure to keep your contact information up to date so you can continue

identity? This new visual identity replaces the past double roses image that accompanied the previous Alpha Gamma Delta logo. We hope you will take a moment to browse through the Alpha Gamma Delta Visual Standards Guide (found in the Idea Center under brand materials) which outlines the appropriate ways each element of the visual identity can be used. Interested in learning more about the rebranding process? Go to www.alphagammadelta.org and search “new visual identity.”

with Purpose 1 Live Did you know Alpha Gamma Delta has a new brand message and visual

* At the time of publication, we were still testing this feature with OmegaFi, the developer of myAlphaGam, to ensure the search works correctly. We hope that by the time the Quarterly reaches you that this feature is up and running! If you have questions, email web@alphagammadelta.org or call 317-872-2655.

Gam, allowing you to see your Facebook News Feed and Facebook Wall right on your dashboard!

Alpha Gamma Delta and Facebook—All in One Place!

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new notes from Alpha Gamma Delta International Headquarters.

Just for You 7 News Each time you log in, be sure to check the Announcements section for any

Volunteer Search! You don’t need to know her name, either. You can just search by office, province, area or chapter.

Volunteers (*Coming soon!)

6 Find Need an email address for a nearby chapter’s Chapter Advisor? Use

for Sisters 5 Search It’s easy to search for old friends or sisters near you!

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Alpha–Syracuse University

Epsilon Beta–University of Kansas Alpha–Syracuse University

Formed

just this spring, the Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity Housing Corporation (FHC) is a separate entity responsible for assisting our collegiate chapters in locating, funding and maintaining safe, competitive and attractive housing. Before the ink dried on the formation documents, International Headquarters staff members were boarding planes to get started on two priority projects: the chapter houses at Alpha-Syracuse University and Epsilon BetaUniversity of Kansas.

The idea for the FHC is not a new one. In fact, due to the requests and efforts of many, Alpha Gamma Delta has introduced similar housing initiatives in the past. However, it wasn’t until this past spring that the Fraternity was able to embark on the formation of a much more extensive organization. Before the official formation of the FHC, the Fraternity assisted several chapters in suite renovations,

such as at Delta Xi-Arizona State University and Zeta IotaMiami University. The success of these renovations, paired with an increasing demand for help and access to resources, solidified the need for a housing corporation.

This fall was the first time in Fraternity history that collegians occupied housing owned and managed completely by a housing entity. As fate would have it, it was Alpha Chapter’s house at Syracuse that became the first FHC owned home.

When Alpha Chapter closed in 2001, the local house association leased the house to Syracuse university, who then used it as a dormitory. In the 10 years that Alpha Gamma Delta spent removed from the campus, the Alpha Chapter house experienced significant wear and tear. The Fraternity received the house from the local house association in 2008 and continued leasing it to Syracuse. When Alpha Gamma www.alphagammadelta.org 11

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Delta was selected to return to Syracuse’s campus in the fall of 2010, the Fraternity knew the house would need to undergo considerable renovations before the new members could call it home. In addition, the house was in great need of aesthetical updates as it is no secret that housing plays a major role in the success of sorority recruitment.

Similarly, Alpha Gamma Delta saw an opportunity to make a big difference in membership numbers by securing and renovating a new property for Epsilon Beta-University of Kansas.

As a large campus with many mansion-like sorority homes, the Fraternity and the FHC understood that having a modern, attractive chapter house was important for recruitment success. Upon completion of the renovations, Epsilon Beta Chapter experienced a significant growth in membership, more than doubling the size of their new member class from the previous year.

The FHC’s commitment to take on the challenge of housing issues will allow local volunteers and advisors to renew their focus on chapter and member specific issues, like revamping recruitment procedures and expanding educational programming. Because the FHC is still in its beginning stages, the corporation is evaluating additional projects on a case by case basis.

Certainly, the FHC would like to support every chapter that requests property assistance and as it continues to grow. Alpha Gamma Delta will be able to take on more initiatives as time and funding allows. Alpha Gamma Delta cares about our members and is dedicated to working toward safe, competitive and attractive housing for all our collegians.

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COMPLETING THE LOOK

Purpose Wall

The Alpha Gamma Delta Purpose wall is the signature piece of each renovation. Would you like a Purpose wall in your chapter house or suite? Contact Kelly Larreur, Assistant Director of Properties, at klarreur@alphagammadelta.org.

Window Treatments

This red and buff fabric was specially ordered to create custom window treatments for the formal living room at Alpha Chapter.

Rose Pillow

The red rose has long been a beloved symbol of Alpha Gamma Delta.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

The FHC is governed by a volunteer board of directors. Stephannie Sack Bailey, Executive Director, serves as the liaison between the board and staff. Dan Duncan, Director of Operations and Planning, determines the overall budget and provides oversight throughout the project. Assistant Director of Properties Kelly Larreur and Property Development Specialist Samantha Murphy, Gamma Zeta-University of Memphis, work together to develop an overall design plan, purchase furniture and accessories and secure vendors to complete necessary renovations.

Safe:

Safety resources provided by the FHC could range from providing information regarding resident safety to installing sprinkler systems.

Competitive:

Attractive:

To maintain attractive housing, the FHC could provide services ranging from simple aesthetic advice to oversight of multi-million dollar renovations to property ownership and management.

It is important that Alpha Gamma Delta’s collegiate housing be comparable to other sorority facilities on campus in order to succeed during recruitment. The FHC takes the style of each campus into serious consideration when acquiring or revamping collegiate properties.

Alpha–Syracuse University

Epsilon Beta–University of Kansas

Zeta Iota–Miami University

Delta Xi–Arizona State University LEARN MORE

Alpha–Syracuse University

Alpha–Syracuse University

If you are interested in learning more about the FHC, please contact Stephannie Sack Bailey, Executive Director, at sbailey@alphagammadelta.org or 317-872-2655. You can also visit www.alphagammadelta. org/fraternityhousingcorporation. www.alphagammadelta.org 13

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say a Province Director’s job is easy would be a misstatement. She is responsible for the day-to-day leadership for the overall growth and development of all collegiate chapters, alumnae groups and house associations in her province.

For Province 14 Director Michele Schallip, Alpha Upsilon-Central Michigan University, this equals five groups, the closest of which is 2,964 miles and three time zones away. Stationed in Kodiak, Alaska, Michele is also the Commanding Officer of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter SPAR. Despite her demanding career at sea and her geographic distance from her province, Michele has impressively continued to help Province 14 flourish.

Michele joined the Coast Guard in the fall of 1997, shortly after she graduated from Central Michigan University. Over the years, her career with the Coast Guard led her to several different areas of the country, including other areas of Alaska. While in Michigan to finish her master’s degree in Public Administration, Michele applied to be a Province Director. Her assignment became Province 14, located in the Midwest.

Since she was in Michigan, she got used to using electronic methods like email and Skype to communicate with all her chapters, clubs and house associations.

Earlier this year, she was presented with the opportunity to command the Cutter SPAR. Even though she had always worked with her groups virtually, she knew that being in Alaska would present more of a challenge.

It wasn’t a matter of choice for Michele, but rather a matter of working through the details.

“I talked at great lengths with Nancy Thorman Pittman, who was the Area Coordinator for Area D,” Michele said. “When I came [to Alaska] , I’m three or four hours behind [the Midwest]. The time differences can be a challenge, but I really enjoyed working with Province 14 so I requested to stay on.”

When she’s not working with her groups in Province 14, Michele is focused on the safe navigation of the SPAR and completing the missions assigned to her vessel.

With 50 personnel on board, the SPAR’s primary duties include aids to navigation (buoys), federal law enforcement, search

and rescue, maritime homeland security, maritime environmental protection and domestic icebreaking. Since the SPAR’s operational area includes the Aleutian Islands, the vessel is nicknamed “The Aleutian Keeper.”

“A typical day for us at sea just depends on what we have. With buoys and aids to navigation, it really depends on the weather and what the tide is doing,” Michele said. “We lift the buoys up on deck, and we check to make sure that they are showing the proper characteristics, whether they are blinking at a certain rate or if the light is burning. We make sure they are sitting on the correct position as well."

Michele only lives aboard the ship while completing missions for the Coast Guard.

Most recently, she and her crew set out on a six-week deployment from southeast Alaska in Ketchikan up and around to Barrow, which is above the Arctic Circle. When docked, the SPAR’s crew lives in homes in and around Kodiak.

“When you move around so much, it is hard to start someplace new and to start over. Everywhere I go, I take Alpha Gamma Delta and our Purpose with me,” Michele said. “It’s also a bit selfish on my part; it is something that I love and get to continue to do no matter where I am in the country.”

It has also been a rewarding experience for her to watch the women she sees as new members becomes leaders within the chapter. Undoubtedly, both her career and her volunteer position within Alpha Gamma Delta require significant time and energy.

But Michele is living proof that Alpha Gams from all over the world and all walks of life can find a way to give back to the Fraternity.

“Interestingly enough, it is not dark 24-hours a day here. The farther north you go, it is light 24-hours a day in the summer and dark in the winter,” Michele said.

“But here we do get some daylight in the winter time and it’s beautiful. When it is sunny out, you can see the tops of all of the mountains and it is well worth the wait.”

“Even if you have one or two hours a week to give, or maybe a couple of hours during recruitment to go to local collegiate chapter and help them prepare for recruitment, it is such a rewarding experience to see the sisterhood continue even well past your own collegiate years,” Michele said.

Having a connection to Alpha Gamma Delta has been a blessing for Michele. It has helped her find a sense of home while moving from city to city with the Coast Guard.

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Fill Us In!

What

has Alpha Gam done for you lately? A lot? A little? What are we doing well?

How can we improve? Please tell us by completing the survey below.

Please note: This survey is for Alpha Gam alumnae only. Collegians are receiving a separate, electronic survey. Please complete the survey below by December 15. Prefer to take the survey online? Go to www.alphagammadelta.org and type “alumnae survey� in the search bar.

1) Are you currently involved with Alpha Gamma Delta in any way? (Examples of involvement include volunteering for the organization, spending time with sisters, attending Alpha Gamma Delta local or international events, etc.) ___Yes (Continue to Part A.) ___ No (Continue to Part B on the following page.)

Part A

1) How are you involved? (Check all that apply.) ___ Get together with friends from my

collegiate chapter. ___ Get together with other Alpha Gams

(whether they were collegiate

members with me or not). ___ Participate in Facebook, Twitter or

LinkedIn groups. ___ Attend International Reunion Day

(IRD) annually, when possible. ___ Attend alumnae chapter, club or

Junior Circle events. ___ Volunteer. ___ Go back for Homecoming or other big

campus events. ___ Return for Alpha Gamma Delta

reunions. ___ Other, please specify:

______________________________ 2) Regarding your Fraternity involvement listed in the previous question, what is most important to you? Place a 1 next to the most important reason, a 2 next to the second most important reason, etc. If one of the responses below is not important to you, please do not respond. ___ Get together with friends from my

collegiate chapter. ___ Get together with other Alpha Gams

(whether they were collegiate

members with me or not). ___ Participate in Facebook, Twitter or

LinkedIn groups. ___ Attend International Reunion Day

(IRD) annually, when possible. ___ Attend alumnae chapter, club or

Junior Circle events. ___ Volunteer. ___ Go back for Homecoming or other big

campus events. ___ Return for Alpha Gamma Delta

reunions. ___ Other, please specify:

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3) In what capacity do you volunteer for the Fraternity? (Check all that apply.) ___ As a collegiate advisor. ___ As an alumnae chapter or club officer/

committee member. ___ As a Junior Circle officer/committee

member. ___ As a Volunteer Service Team member ___ As a House Association officer/

committee member. ___ Go back to my chapter to help with

recruitment. ___ In another capacity: ___________________________________ ___ I do not volunteer for the Fraternity.

4) Why have you continued your association with Alpha Gamma Delta? Please rank the following items in order of importance to you. Place a 1 next to the most important reason, a two next to the second most important reason, etc. If one of the responses below is not important to you, please do not include it in your response. ___ I enjoy spending time with my sisters. ___ I like the instant community when I

move to a new area. ___ I want to network and gather business

contacts. ___ I need something to do. ___ I want to engage in community service

activities. ___ I believe Alpha Gamma Delta has an

important and compelling

mission. ___ I want to give back to my chapter. ___ I want to give back to the Fraternity. ___ I want to see the Fraternity continue

to be successful (and be around

in the future for my daughters

and granddaughters).

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alumnae survey 5) I feel the local alumnae chapter or club is successful and working well. __ YES __ NO __ DO NOT ATTEND

EVENTS. If yes, why? (Check all that apply.) ___ Volunteer board members are in touch

with members’ needs/expecta-

tions. ___ There are plenty of ways for members

to participate and be involved. ___ It is organized/efficient. ___ Events are fun. ___ Members’ opinions are sought and

utilized. ___ Other, please specify: ___________________________________

If no, why? (Check all that apply.) ___ It is not organized/efficient. ___ There are not enough opportunities for

members to be involved. ___ Leaders are not in touch with members’

needs/expectations. ___ Other, please specify: ___________________________________ If you do not attend events, why? ___ Events are too far away. ___ Events don’t occur at a convenient time. ___ Other, please specify: ___________________________________ If you responded “NO” above, what suggestions for improvement can you offer? ___________________________________ 6) I feel the Junior Circle is successful and working well. __ YES __ NO __ DO NOT ATTEND

EVENTS.

If you do not attend events, why? ___ Events are too far away. ___ Events don’t occur at a convenient

time/day. ___ Other, please specify: ___________________________________ If you responded “no” above, what suggestions for improvement can you offer? ____________________________________ 7) Though I am involved in Alpha Gamma Delta, sometimes I find it difficult to participate. __ YES __ NO If yes, why? (Check all that apply.) ___ Work/family commitments. ___ Involved with other non-profit organi zations. ___ No chapter/club nearby. ___ Sometimes it gets too expensive. ___ Other, please specify: ___________________________________ What would make participation easier? ____________________________________ 8) If you had an experience that has negatively impacted your involvement with the Fraternity, briefly what was that experience? ___________________________________

Please skip Part B and continue on to Part C.

Part B

1) Why is Alpha Gamma Delta not a part of your life right now? (Check all that apply.)

If yes, why? (Check all that apply.) ___ I don't know how to get involved. ___ Volunteer leaders are in touch with ___ There is no collegiate chapter or alum-

members’ needs/expectations.

nae chapter/club nearby. ___ There are plenty of ways for members ___ I tried to get involved, but I didn’t feel

to participate and be involved.

like I fit in. ___ It is organized/efficient. ___ I have too many work/family commit- ___ Events are fun.

ments. ___ Members’ opinions are sought and ___ I felt like I was being asked too often

utilized.

for financial contributions (dues, ___ Other, please specify:

donating items, paying for meals, ___________________________________

etc.)

___ I’m involved with other non-profit If no, why? (Check all that apply.)

organizations. ___ It is not organized/efficient.

Name of organization(s): ___ There are not enough opportunities for _______________________

members to be involved. ___Alpha Gamma Delta doesn’t seem ___ Leaders are not in touch with members’ relevant to my life.

needs/expectations.

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2) If you are involved in other non-profit organizations, what motivates your involvement? (Check all that apply.) ___ Professional development opportunities ___ Networking/meeting new people ___ Giving back to a cause/organization I

believe in. ___ I choose not to volunteer for any orga-

nization at this time. ___Other: _______________________ 3) If you had an experience that has kept you from continuing your involvement with the Fraternity, briefly what was that experience? ____________________________________

Part C

1) Do you have any ideas or suggestions for how Alpha Gamma Delta can improve its alumnae experience? Please share anything that’s on your mind. You can also email your thoughts to alumnaeexperience@vst.alphagammadelta.org.

This survey was created by the Alumnae Experience Task Force, led by Melissa Jacobson James, Rho-Iowa State University.

The task force wants to know how the Fraternity is (or is not) a vital part of your alumnae life so that we can better meet the needs of all alumnae.

Please mail this survey to International Headquarters at 8710 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46260 by December 15.

Completing the contact information below is optional. It will help the Fraternity update member records and, if you are willing, allow the task force to contact you for further information as we continue our work to improve the alumnae experience.

Contact Information (Optional) Name: _____________________________ Initiating Chapter and Initiation Year: ___________________________________ Email: _____________________________ Phone Number: _____________________ Mailing Address: ____________________ List current Alpha Gamma Delta volunteer position(s): ___________________________ _____________________________________ ___ Yes, it’s okay for the Alumnae Experience Task Force to contact me!

Singing and Dancing to the Top

Since

Delta Rho-Sonoma State University was installed in 1991, members have been organizing and hosting Lip Jam, a combination lip-syncing and dancing competition for all Greek organizations on campus. The event has exploded into one of Sonoma State’s most popular events and has helped Delta Rho Chapter raise astronomical funds for the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation.

This year alone, the chapter delivered an impressive $14,380.87 check to the Foundation, securing Delta Rho Chapter as the Foundation’s top donating collegiate chapter.

As if over $14,000 wasn't enough, Delta Rho Chapter members have an even higher goal for the 21st annual Lip Jam in May 2012.

“I think Lip Jam has become more and more successful because each year we step up our goal,” Lisa Bushway, Chapter President, said. “We always try to raise more money than we have in the previous year.

Because we want to raise more and more money, our women are working that much harder.”

It takes the time, talent and dedication of every single chapter member to pull off the enormous show which draws over 1,000 attendees each year. Two Lip Jam Coor-

dinators are elected through the chapter’s normal elections process at the end of the fall semester. Though the Lip Jam Coordinators head all the planning efforts, there are also several committees responsible for various elements of the event, such as collecting donations, purchasing decorations and organizing the raffle.

The fraternities and sororities on campus also spend months choosing the best combination of songs and perfecting their dance moves for a chance to win the coveted first place title. Delta Rho Chapter members recruit professors and campus professionals to serve as judges in order to further involve more members of the campus community.

The majority of attendees are students, but as Lip Jam has continued to grow over the years, the number of parents and community families has steadily increased. Two years ago, the chapter was forced to move Lip Jam from a campus venue to a performing arts center in Rohnert Park, California, in order to accommodate the growing crowds.

They even had to offer two different show times!

ditionally, Delta Rho Chapter also coordinates a massive mailing for donation requests and hosts a raffle in conjunction with the Lip Jam event. Audience members can even donate money during the event to help their favorite performers secure the "People’s Choice" title.

“The Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation is so very thankful for the amazing gift from our Delta Rho Chapter sisters last school year, and for all of their support over the years,” Julie Waitman Cretin, Foundation Executive Director, said. “Delta Rho Chapter is a shining example of leadership, caring and community engagement in action. Their hard work and generosity means more lives are touched and made better. We thank them for setting such a remarkable example.”

In just a few weeks, Delta Rho Chapter will begin plans for Lip Jam 2012. If there is one thing the chapter knows for sure, it is that they will do everything in their power to hang on to their distinction as the Foundation’s top donating chapter.

“We like being known as the top contributor, and we’re very proud of it,” Lisa said.

Ticket sales and entrance fees for competing “We want to keep that title!” organizations represent a large portion of the proceeds. The chapter spends numerous hours advertising both on campus and in www.alphagammadelta.org 19 the community to get the word out. Ad-

collegiate news

For the Fall 2011 Quarterly, collegiate chapters were asked to share how their chapter covets beauty in environment, manner, word and thought.

Read more collegiate chapter reports on the Fraternity website by searching “collegiate chapter reports.”

Theta Mu –University of North Carolina Wilmington

Alpha –Syracuse University

Delta Kappa –University of Alberta

Zeta Eta –Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Theta Mu Chapter is a representative of Alpha Gamma Delta standards. Our sisters demonstrated this by organizing and participating in Adopt-A-Highway in our community to leave our beautifying mark as a chapter. Our sisters took initiative to contribute to our local area and consequently to each others’ work ethic. As proud Alpha Gamma Delta members, we define beauty not as purely aesthetic qualities but as philanthropic and character-enriching elements. Following this definition of beauty, our chapter also aims to participate not only in our own charity events but also in the charity events of other Greek organizations, such as Pi Kappa Alpha's Polar Plunge to help children in need and Pi Kappa Phi’s Push Week. By being involved in these activities, we further spread and share the beauty of Alpha Gamma Delta.

-Alexis Kapczynski

Early in October, we helped beautify our city by painting over graffiti on buildings. For every building that we painted, money was donated to our local Youth Emergency Shelter. We also have a recycling program at our chapter house and try to recycle or reuse as many items as we can in order to better our environment and cut down on waste. We also held a special meeting to teach our members about the rules in our chapter, such as proper etiquette that each member should have, as well as appropriate behavior an Alpha Gamma Delta member should strive to attain while in public so others view us as beautiful, respectable women.

-Erika Shoemaker

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Our chapter adheres to the Alpha Gamma Delta Purpose’s emphasis of beauty in environment, manner, word and thought through education and participation. We have set a chapter goal to have every member of our chapter Strive for Pi and maintain a grade point average of 3.14 or higher. We plan on forming a tutoring schedule among the sisters to make our goal a reality.

We also plan on actively participating in our campus community through philanthropy projects and community charity events. We are already off to a great start! We won the very first philanthropy event we participated in this year, which was Sigma Alpha Epsilon’s Just Dance competition, and we want to continue our efforts to reach out to the community! Our chapter will be participating in Relay for Life and SU’s Take Back the Night event before the semester ends.

-Lexie Hitzler

The line “To covet beauty in environment, manner, word and thought” directs the sisters of our chapter to be organized, poised and thoughtful women. This is exemplified by each sister fulfilling her weekly duties to keep the house organized, carrying herself with pride as an Alpha Gamma Delta and selecting friends who will enhance her life. As sisters, we perform Ritual before every chapter meeting because we understand the importance and beauty of tradition. We are leaders on campus, taking on roles as Student Orientation Advisors and Greek Recruitment Counselors, because we aspire to be role models for others.

-Hannah Trasatti

collegiate news

Gamma Eta –High Point University

We try our best to apply this particular line of the Purpose in our everyday lives. At High Point University, we are blessed with a campus that is bountiful in well-manicured grounds. We make sure to appreciate it and give back by participating in campaigns such as the HPU Green Team, which helps the campus to be more eco-friendly. We hold our sisterhood, campus and community in the highest esteem and make a conscious effort to count our blessings. We find beauty in everything around us and most importantly each other.

-Roxanne Tammone

Delta Nu –University of Calgary

In order to covet beauty in environment, manner, word and thought, Delta Nu Chapter put aside an emphasis on social events last semester to encompass a strong philanthropic presence in the community. By focusing on philanthropic efforts, we have contributed to Calgary and our campus and have found the beauty that is within our environment. Through these efforts, members have been able to appreciate what they have and understand that they are fortunate enough be in a position that they can help others and to lead by example. It teaches us that there is beauty in our thoughts to ultimately help others in ways that are far beyond just contributing monetarily.

-Kayleigh Key

Gamma Zeta –

University of Memphis

This year, Gamma Zeta Chapter strived to covet beauty in environment, word, manner and thought by volunteering to assist with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation walk and organizing a new philanthropy event, a barbecue bash.

Gamma Zeta Chapter collegians and the alumnae chapter strapped on their aprons and got to work, serving food to all of the guests and raising nearly $3,000 for the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation. Furthermore, Gamma Zeta Chapter seniors are paired with an alumna mentor to help them transition from college into the professional world, impacting the world and establishing beauty in a whole new environment.

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foundation

celebrating 50 years of

Supporting our Sisterhood

a Sister

send some love to

Who doesn’t love a heartfelt and meaningful card? Better yet, an eCard!

Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation has several eCard designs to choose from that are sure to encourage and brighten the day of any sister. Send an eCard to honor a sister when you make your online donation, and inspire her to impact the world.

Visit www.alphagammadeltafoundation.org today to send a message to that special sister in your life.

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Happy

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Happy Birthday

It’s been nearly 50 years sInce the alpha Gamma Delta FounDatIon awarDeD Its FIrst $300 scholarshIp. From this humble beginning, generations of alumnae have reaffirmed their belief in the need for offering young women opportunities to grow while we contribute to the world’s work.

Last year’s $430,000+ in grants brought the Foundation close to a 50-year total of $10 million in cumulative funding for education, philanthropy and leadership. Awarding our $10,000,000th dollar is a special aim for our anniversary, one we need your help to reach.

Our work is to grow our next generation of leaders, support academic success, and help sisters and communities in need. Let this be your year to give a gift to the Foundation or grow last year’s support. Let’s help one more Alpha Gam stay in school, one more child “feel normal” at diabetes kids camp, and one more sister in need see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Join our celebration by accepting an anniversary challenge - or two!

• Honor a sister by sending an eCard with your online donation.

• Make an extra gift to launch our new general endowment for long-term support of cornerstone programs.

• grow your giving to $1,000 this year and your gift will mean more, thanks to a $25,000 match from Kay Taylor Donahue, Upsilon.

• establisH your own endowMent with a lifetime or planned gift.

• Help us increase funding for diabetes education and awareness by adding to your “regular” Foundation contribution.

• naMe tHe alpHa gaMMa delta foundation in your estate plans as we strive to reach 200 Corinthian Society members.

Learn more at alphagammadeltafoundation.org.

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Meet Many

Lisa

people find lifelong friends through their employment but few can say they gained an entire network of sisters. Nearly 17 years ago, Lisa Straiton Williams, Beta Delta-Indiana University, began her career at Alpha Gamma Delta International Headquarters. Through her various roles on staff, Lisa fell in love with the Fraternity and its members with whom she shared a connection.

When offered the opportunity in April 2008, Lisa was initiated into the Fraternity as an alumna initiate by Beta Delta-Indiana University.

“I really believe in Alpha Gamma Delta and all the things that I do here, so it just made sense,” Lisa said. “Now, no matter where I go, I can find a sister, an event or something going on, and that is exciting. It makes me feel like I have more roots.”

In her current role as the Alumnae Specialist, Lisa’s responsibilities run the gamut from assisting alumnae chapter/club and Junior Circle officers with any and all needs to providing training to new Volunteer Service Team members to configuring Honors of Epsilon Pi awards. In her spare time (what little she has!) she dedicates herself to generating new ideas that cultivate and enhance the alumnae experience. To Lisa, it is her job to do all that she can to make the alumnae experience valuable, no matter the role that Alpha Gamma Delta takes in an alumna’s life.

“It definitely, from my perspective, is a lifetime experience,” Lisa said. “Not only can you contribute at any stage in your life, but it can be fun at every stage of your life. It is important for alumnae to complete the alumnae survey (page 16) so we and I can better serve our members!”

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pearls of wisdom A LOOK BACK

How the Squirrel Became

Our Mascot For

over a century, Alpha Gams have embraced the squirrel as Alpha Gamma Delta’s mascot. But do you know how it came to be the Fraternity’s official mascot? When Gamma-Wesleyan University was installed in early 1906, some enthusiastic members put their heads together to choose a mascot that would symbolize the colors and progress of Alpha Gamma Delta. They decided on the squirrel because of its energetic nature and popular appearance among the fall leaves in autumn.

Beta-University of Wisconsin also adopted the squirrel as their mascot, but as time went on, the squirrel seemed to disappear. Then, in 1913, the Quarterly staff needed a name for what would become a secret addition to the magazine. Remembering the squirrels of Beta and Gamma Chapter, the Quarterly staff named the secret addition To Skiouros, the Greek name for squirrel.

The cover of To Skiouros, included in the November 1915 issue of the Quarterly.

Founder Emily Helen Butterfield, a talented artist, also adored the image of the little squirrel, and she often sketched it as part of her personal signature. When she became editor of the Quarterly in 1921, her sketches began to appear within the pages of the magazine. The little squirrel was then informally used as a Fraternity mascot until 1929, when it came to represent the Fraternity as a whole.

Founder Emily Helen Butterfield’s sketch of the squirrel from the November 1924 issue of the Quarterly.

Did You Know?

Skiouros (in Greek, Σκiουρος) combines the Greek word “σχια” meaning shady and “ουρa” meaning tail. You can download this cute squirrel graphic by going to www. alphagammadelta.org and searching “squirrel graphic.”

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chapter grand Beta – University of Wisconsin Patricia Krause Bjerning ’55 Elva “Jean” Dawson Meister ’46 Judith Reimer Ross ’57 Delta – University of Minnesota Bonnie Jones Hawley ’41 Marian Moritz Kelly ’38 Epsilon – University of Kentucky Martha Coleman Bach ’42 Carolyn Hays Harvey ’47 Zeta – Ohio University Susan Vanscoy Coffman ’61 Helen Haskins Neelon ’38

Pi – Coe College Emily Joslin Peterson ’34

Alpha Epsilon – Westminster College Helen Baerman Kennedy ’32

Gamma Theta – Florida Southern College Nan Johnson Walker ’65

Rho – Iowa State University Rita Delsman Lafond ’51

Alpha Mu – Pennsylvania State University Leah Turner Healy ’64

Sigma – University of Illinois Gladys Lapham Evans ’43 Adda Robison McFeeters ’56 Verna Hacke Peterson ’40

Alpha Omicron – West Virginia Wesleyan College Joan Frame Gordon ’48

Delta Alpha – University of Southern California Geraldine Rapp Dell ’57 Ruth Laveaga Youngblood ’32

Phi – Oregon State University Mildred Richards Cook ’33 Gere Schreiner Callahan ’47 Chi – Michigan State University Charlotte Smith Madison ’34

Eta – DePauw University Edith Voigt Devine ’38 Mary Fenstermaker Stuart ’40

Psi – University of Alabama Margaret McCaa Stough ’50

Kappa – Allegheny College Nancie Cornell Price ’48

Omega – University of Akron Ruth Wagner Lamb ’42

Iota – University of Washington Beverly Berry Birkmeyer ’45 Barbara Allen Kraft ’48

Alpha Alpha – University of Buffalo (The State Univ. of New York) Shirley Rummel ’37

Mu – Brenau University Paula Nivens Hardy ’59

Alpha Beta – University of Michigan Lilias Wagner Circle ’48

Alpha Delta – Ohio Wesleyan University Jeanette Brown Augsburger ’43 Dorothy Zimmerman Blyth ’37 Ann Francy Heischman ’36 Leslie Kent ’70 Dolores Radio Lehner ’51

Nu – Boston University Barbara Kimball Sutherland’41 Xi – Illinois Wesleyan University Bonnie Brison Bankert ’45

chapter grand

Alpha Pi – Wayne State University Mary Jane Barbey Bostick ’59 Alpha Rho – Temple University Joan O’Connell Anderson ’59 Alpha Omega – Duquesne University Marjorie Miller ’85 Beta Eta – Southern Illinois University Frances Groennert Thorpe ’57 Gamma Gamma – Queens University of Charlotte Elissa Venable Handley ’54 Molly Mullen Kelso ’35 Gamma Delta – Auburn University Luanne McKnight Cutchens ’61 Jane Fackler Greene ’43 Jane Masters Mullane ’51 Gamma Zeta – University of Memphis Mildred Hood Eberle ’47 Joan Edge Ross ’59 Helen Watkins Redick’47

Delta Beta – Washington State University Suzanne Botts Baier ’73 Delta Delta – University of Oregon Inez Richardson Riechers ’46 Delta Epsilon – University of California/Los Angeles Eugenia Thorns Mann ’49 Betty Houston Seal ’46 Lucille Hartley Teasdale ’38 Delta Theta – University of Idaho Kathryn “Katy” Benoit 2008 Epsilon Gamma – University of Denver Margaret McChesney Hayes ’44 Epsilon Delta – University of Texas at Austin Darlene Prouse Birkes ’50 Martha Wright Craddock ’42 Alice Huffington Harrell ’59 Dorothy Swenson Miller ’53

Epsilon Eta – Texas Christian University Jeanine Heberer Rettig ’59 Epsilon Psi – University of Texas at Dallas Diane Levitsky Wardrup ’92

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Pictured from left to right: Alumnae Donna Jo Stevens Webb and Ellen Stevens Laxson (biological sisters), Gamma Sigma-Troy University, spotted these squirrels in Central Park in New York City.

Spot a Squirrel!

Coming Soon...

The Winter 2012 Quarterly will share stories of sisters who Live with Purpose!

If you are interested in sharing how you’re carrying out the ideals set forth in the Purpose in your everyday life (career, family, volunteer contributions), email quarterly@alphagammadelta.org.

As always, the Quarterly staff wants to hear from you! Please send any stories, information or ideas to quarterly@ alphagammadelta.org. Thank you for sharing!

Visiting a restaurant and see a squirrel figurine? On vacation and spot a squirrel stuffed animal? Take a photo! Make sure the photograph is high resolution and only contains Alpha Gam sisters. More information is available on the Fraternity website by searching "share your story."

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International Headquarters Executive Director, Stephannie Sack Bailey 8710 N. Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN 46260 317-872-2655 info@alphagammadelta.org Office Hours - 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Eastern Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation Executive Director, Julie Waitman Cretin 3905 Vincennes Road, Suite 105 Indianapolis, IN 46268 317-879-9328 foundation@alphagammadelta.org Office Hours - 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Eastern The Leadership InstituteWomen with Purpose, Inc. Executive Director, Erin Correa 3815 River Crossing Parkway, Suite 100 Indianapolis, IN 46240 888-854-9971 info@theleadershipinstitute-wwp.org Office Hours - 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Eastern International Council International President Jackie Brannon Stutts ip@vst.alphagammadelta.org International Vice President-Alumnae Mary Beth Dulcey Morabito ivpa@vst.alphagammadelta.org International Vice President-Collegians Lisa Adams Matthews ivpc@vst.alphagammadelta.org

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International Vice President-Membership Marie Ford Palmer ivpm@vst.alphagammadelta.org International Vice President-Extension Liz Harriss York ivpe@vst.alphagammadelta.org

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1. A main source of revenue for the Fraternity. (Two Words) 2. Recommendations for International Council are due ________ 9, 2011.

4. The SPAR is stationed in ______, Alaska.

5. Name of the secret addition to the Quarterly. (Two Words) 7.

International Convention 2012 hotel. (Two Words)

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Semper Paratus; ________ _________. (Two Words)

11. Fee paid to Alpha Gamma Delta by a licensed vendor to use marks the Fraternity owns.

12. A combination lip-syncing and dancing contest. (Two Words) 13. To be eligible to serve on International Council, an alumna must be in ____ _______. (Two Words) 14. The Fraternity ________ Corporation was formed this past spring.

17. The Five Star program recognizes five areas of excellence: scholarship, philanthropy, sisterhood, membership and __________________.

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International Vice President-Finance Anne Loring Eiler ivpf@vst.alphagammadelta.org

6. This chapter raised over $14,000 for the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation. (Two Words)

International Vice PresidentPanhellenic Affairs Rie Gerah Hoehner ivppa@vst.alphagammadelta.org

3. Be sure to complete the alumnae _______ so we can gain valuable feedback on your alumnae experience.

9. The Greek word “ουρa” means ____.

10. Alpha Gamma Delta’s mascot.

15. The FHC’s goal is to provide safe, ___________ and attractive housing.

16. Location of International Convention 2012. (Two Words) 18. The Visual ________ Guide outlines the appropriate ways each element of the visual identity can be used.

19. U.S. Coast Guard _______ SPAR. 20. Theta Mu-University of North Carolina Wilmington participated in Pi Kappa Alpha’s _____ _____. (Two Words)

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