Asa phoenix vol 57 no 1 fall 1971

OF ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA

FALL 1971

OF ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA

EDITOR Miss Judith Holman 1376 Columbine #204 Denver, Colo. 80206

PHOENIX STAFF ALUMNAE EDITOR Mrs. Jeffrey W. Meece The Phoenix, Apt. SH-7 Cooper St. at Elm Edgewater Park Beverly, New Jersey 08010

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across the desk

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In Tribute

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1971 Award Winners

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State Days

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Radford College to Expand Sororities

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Pledge Mother to 140 Men

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Alpha Sigma Welcomes Fifth Illinois Chapter

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You Can Learn to Be Kind to the Environment

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Gamma Betas Study Abroad

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Spotlight

ART DIRECTOR

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Collegiate News

Mrs. Jerry Shiverdecker 1122 S. Clark Mexico, Missouri 65265

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Alumnae News

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In Memoriam

HISTORIAN

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Alpha Sigma Alpha Directory

COLLEGIATE EDITOR Mrs. Philip Wallick, Jr. 676 Park Avenue York, Pennsylvania 17402

SPOTLIGHT EDITOR

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Miss Paula Cyrus 624 High Street Albans, West Virginia

Mrs. Bob A. Williams 5310 Graceland Avenue Indianapolis, Indiana 46208 THE PHOE IX of Alpha Sigma Alpha

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THE PHOENlX OF ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA is published in the fall , winter, spring and summer of each year at Eden Publishing House, 1724 Chouteau Avenue, St. Louis, Mo. 63103, official publishers for the sororiry. The subscription price $1.50 a year.

Send change of address and business correspondence to Alpha Sigma Alpha National Headquarters, 1201 East Walnut Street, Springfield, Mo. 65802.

Address all correspondence of an editorial nature to the editor, Miss Judith A. Holman, 1376 Columbine, Apt. 204, Denver, Colo. 80206.

Second-class postage paid at St. Louis, Missouri.

Postmaster : Send Form 3579 to National Headquarters, 1201 East Walnut Street, Springfi eld, Missouri 65802 .

across the desk Because most of the comments received on the Alpha Sigma Alpha Province Program are in the form of questions, the Phoenix Staff and I thought it best to briefly explain at this time the program, its focus, scope, and effectiveness from the time it was created to the present, including any and all modifications.

The Province Program was launched following the 1970 Convention. It has been developed initially by Mrs. R. Stephen Fountaine, then National Extension Director, with the intent of meeting the growing demands by our increasing number of chapters. It was realized that within a very few years the National Officers could not continue to keep all the chapter records and stay up to date with their correspondence, chapter visits, National reports, and miscellaneous sorority obligations. Therefore, with the development of the program, would come a number of trained Province Directors to help deal with those chapters designated to them geographically.

They would work closely with the National Officers and National Headquarters to maintain up-to-date channels of communication.

During the first year the program accomplished the following: ten Province D i r e c t o r s were named; the assignment to establish five new alumnae chapters within each province was given; basic supplies were distributed such as personal stationary, A 'LA pledge manual, constitution, and songbook.

At the March, 1971, Council Meeting it was discussed and decided that the time had come to delegate more responsibility to the Province Directors, and thereby begin to move into the areas that would ultimately become their responsibility. The Council decided to make the necessary changes during this past summer.

We have arrived at the following: The country has geographically been divided into thirteen

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provinces, rather than the former ten. Thirteen directors have been appointed, replacing in several cases a Director who could no longer serve.

One additional Director has been named to work only with alumnae in the Central and SouthEastern sections of the United States. The Directors will receive one copy of all officer reports and certain National Headquarters' reports from those schools within their Province, as of September, 1971. These reports will be compiled for yearly efficiencies, and permanent Province files. Inspection reports and materials pertaining to the colleges in each Province will be mailed to the director monthly. Officer mailings from National and selected outside materials will be made available to them periodically. At the upcoming 1972 Convention, special workshops will be scheduled for further Province Director training. At this time their duties may be revised or expanded accordingly. Whenever possible, Province people will be asked to accompany National Officers or Field Representat-ives on m a t t e r s within their area.

Before closing, may I specifically ask that you refer to the Province Director Directory Listing printed in the Fall Phoenix . And, may I sincerely extend on behalf of the entire National Council our gratitude to Mrs. R . Stephen Fountaine, Mrs. Ron Keeley, Miss Rose Fellin, and the National Headquarters Staff, for their dedication and hours of work on the Province Program.

Loyally in Alpha Sigma Alpha

MRS. GEORGE D. LINTON National President

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Were it not a female privilege to change the Here she also enjoyed her grandson and grandmind, Louise Cox would not have been an AL..A. daughter. The Taylor fa m i I y followed the During the summer she had decided not to re- Carper pattern of versatility and community acturn to Farmville, but to enjoy life at home. tivity. Barbara Taylor, delegate to West VirLuckily, Juliette Hundley and her small brother, ginia's Girls' State, was one of two sent from enroute to Farmville, topped to see her. Sud- that group to Girls' Nation. When she chose to denly deciding life in Farmville would be more enter the University of West Virginia, rather exciting, Louise announced her own immediate than an AL..A college, her grandmother's usual return. Possessions having been hurriedly as- objectivity upheld the principle that Greek letsembled, Louise was on her way. ters are of less importance than the appropriate Pretty, dark-haired Louise was the image of education and the right to choose one's friends. intelligent, efficient, young conformity. Her deEach year Christmas notes related the happimure femininity must have been appreciated by ness wh ich Louise found with the other portion the Hampden-Sydney lads with whom the early of her family. Her son, Wood B. Carper, Jr. , a Alpha Sigma Alphas had such excellent and distinguished theologi an, teaches at the General genteel rapport. Popular and a c t i v e, Louise Theological Seminary in ew York City. Vacaserved as Alpha Chapter's first secretary, keep- tions often found Louise with the Carper granding the minutes in a "copy book." sons, Tom, Nick, and Tim. The Christmas cards At the Chicago Convention of 1941, Louise never held all she wanted to say. She was a was astonished to learn the diversity of the chap- margin-filler and an "inside-outer." ter roll. She remarked that Juliette a n d t h e Charleston alumnae and Rho Rho Chapter others had planned for and prophesied chapters found her an enthusiastic addition to their acin the north and west, but she had laughed at tivities. them. Yet Louise Cox, herself, was the first "exAfter retirement, Louise spent many hours tension officer." The record shows that through in the service of the Episcopal Church in South her efforts in interesting a cousin, Marguerite Charleston. After moving to Bladensburg, MaryBeirne, a student at Lewisburg Seminary, Lewis- land, in the mid-1960s, parish newcomers found burg, West Virginia, Beta Chapter was chartered her to be one of the legendary "greats" of church November 30, 1903. women. Reverent to tradition, she would surely Born in Lynchburg, Virginia, September 11, have faced liturgical changes intelligently and 1886, Louise Burks Cox had attended Lewisburg excitedly. before entering Farmville. After leaving FarmA humble person, Louise Carper never comville, she taught school for one year. In 1908 pletely accepted status; the importance of her role as a Founder of that which could affect the she wa married to Wood B. Carper.

As expected of AL..A pledges, like the pearls development an d happiness o f thousands o f of our badge, Louise Cox Carper "grew" to be- young women whom she could never meet. Gracome the delightful, silver-haired older sister cious in acceptance of the respect and adulation whom convention-goers were priviledged to of her sisters, she never accepted stardom, alknow at Old Point Comfort, Chicago, and Roa- ways seeking the star.

One by one they h ave slipped away from the noke. It was she who recorded a dialogue with AL..A's newest initiate at Chicago in 1941. When sorority militant; Virginia, Calva, Mary, Juliette, it was decided to publish the history of Alpha Louise. Yet "Love will never come to an end.

Sigma Alpha, it was she who searched the re- Love is patient; love is kind and envies no one. cesses of her memory, prodded her contempo- Love is never boastful, nor conceited, nor rude ; raries, and, in spite of her own busy days, tried never selfish, not quick to take offense. Love to reconstruct the ear I y AL..A (although she keeps no score of wrongs; does not gloat over would apologize that events had not seemed other men's sins, but de 1 i g h t s in the truth.

There is nothing love cannot face. There is no so eventful at that time) .

Many of her adult years were spent in "the limit to its faith , its hope, and its endurance. world of work," holding a responsible office There are three things that last forever: faith, po ition in South Charleston, West Virginia, hope, and love . But the greatest of them all is where she lived with her daughter, Mary Taylor. love.-LoursE N. STEWART FALL 1971

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1971 AWARD WINNERS

WILMA WILSON SHARP AWARD

Alpha Sigma Alpha's highest alumnae honor, the Wilma Wilson Sharp Award, is presented this year to Lora Patterson Sipes r r, a fifty-year member of the sorority.

Mrs. Sipes is a charter member of the Tulsa Alumnae Chapter and has held all offices. Because she has been an exceptionally fine Editor, bringing National awards to the chapter, she has been elected to this office for the past several years.

Lora received her Teacher's Certificate from Northwestern State College in Alva, Oklahoma,

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and was graduated cum laude from Oklahoma Baptist University. She has studied at the Art Institute of Chicago, the Grand Central Art School of New York City, and the College of Fine Arts for Women in Denton, Texas. She taught elementary school for thirty-eight years before retiring in 1965.

She is a member of Alpha Rho Tau, art fraternity, and the Green County Art Association and her work has been exhibited in both organizations. Lora recently co-authored a book on art work for children which will be published this year.

The Women's Auxiliary of Tulsa Philhar-monic Association benefits greatly from Lora's time. She is a member of the ~ulsa City Panhellen ic Association and is currently serving on the Committee for "Easter Parade," a money-making project. Mrs. Sipes is presently teaching art at Me thodist Manor, a home for the elderly.

Lora is a member of the First Baptist Church, serving for thirty-five years in the "Story Hour" class held each Sunday for small children. For the past seven years she has been working in the John 3: 16 Mission (non-denominational and on skid row) serving coffee and rolls each Sunday morning.

Lora is a gracious person who greatly enjoys her home, her friends, and her many flowers . In nom inating her for this award, the Tulsa alumnae wrote, "Lora has truly l ived the Creed of Alpha Sigma Alpha ."

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ELIZABETH BIRD SMALL AWARD Rebecca E. Monroe, Beta Delta Chapter, h as been chosen to receive the sorority's highest collegiate honor, the Elizabeth Bird Small Award.

Beckie's achievements are many and varied.

She participates actively in her chapter and has held the offices of Membership Director and Rush Chairman. She is a delegate to the University of Southern Mississippi's student government serving as senator, a member of the Association of Women Students Judicial Board, and a past dorm senator. Beckie also holds the presidency of Pi Tau Chi, religious fraternity, and is active in the Committee of 100 and the Intervarsity Christian Fellowship.

Despite her extra-curricular activities, Beckie maintains a high grade point average in her double major of Spanish and history. She is on the President's List and the Dean's List and serves as President of Phi Kappa Phi, a fraternity for outstanding scholars. She is in the Honors Program and is a member of Alpha Lambda Delta, freshmen women's honorary, an d Phi Delta Rho, senior women's honorary.

Of her, Beta Delta wrote "Beckie's graciousness is unique to her alone. Her personality is better called exuberance than graciousness. She is always a lady .... Whenever asked to do anything for Alpha Sigma Alpha, no matter how

much she had to do on cam pus, Beckie was always eager . .. tha t is how she is. She does many things at once but none is neglected. She wins this award as the culmination of a Alpha Sig collegiate life that began as chapter Ideal Pledge.

No higher honor could have been won by no greater sister."

FROST FIDELITY AWARD This year's Frost Fidelity Award goes to Alice Leiblong of Beta Lambda Chapter.

Alice's devotion and loyalty to Alpha Sigma Alpha h as remained constant throughout her collegiate years. She has held the offices of Vice President, Treasurer (two years), and Standards Board Chairman and has served as State Day

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Chairman and Formal Rush Party Chairman.

As Vice President she headed many 路 committees and volunteered for several others, thus spending many spare hours working for the sorority. During her term as treasurer, Alice carefully guided Beta Lambda in an effort to build up their treasury. Due to her efforts, the chapter was able to

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buy new furniture and carpeting for the sorority room.

Her interest in people and service to others is not confined to the sorority, however. She is a member of Royal R o o t e r s, an organization formed to foster school spirit at State College of Arkansas. In the community, Alice has helped to sell Veteran's Day poppies, gathered food for the needy at Christmas, and collected money for the March of Dimes. She actively participates in programs for the mentally retarded at the Arkansas Children's Colony and recently collected money to sponsor the Arkansas Special Olympics for retarded children.

Alice is loved and respected by all the Beta Lambdas. By being able to set both sides of the question or problem she has helped many times to take control and calm down situations which might have gotten out of hand. She can always be depended upon to do the little things that seem to add that extra touch.

IDEAL PLEDGE AWARD Veronica Hill, Gamma Mu, has been selected to receive the Ideal Pledge Award. In summariz-

ing her qualifications for the National Awards Committee, Ronnie's chapter wrote : "The unique circumstance about Ronnie is that she is a commuter. Although it was more difficult for Ronnie to be present at our gatherings, both business and social, she put out extra effort. She was around much more often than was expected of her since she lived off-campus. Outgoing and friendly, she made frequent visits to members throughout her pledgeship and was more than willing to volunteer time and effort.

"Ronnie, having access to a car, was the chief instigator of many harmless pledge pranks. She included all of her pledge sisters at one time or another, thus unifying the pledge class.

"Currently, Ronnie is running for president of Adrian College's Association of Women Students. She presently holds the position of Scholastic Chairman for our chapter.

"Leadership, scholarship, the ability to work well with a group, as well as an attractive per-

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NATIONAL ScHOLARSHIP A wARDS

Jeanette Kelch, Gamma Beta, is the winner of the MARY TuRNER GALLAGHER ScHOLARSHIP. She is working toward a Bachelor of Science in Education degree with a major in Kindergarten and Primary Education and a minor in Home Economics with a concentration in Child Development areas.

She became interested in motor perceptual skills and learning cues a f t e r observing preschool and kindergarten children. This interest led her to work with hyperactive children with motor skill difficulties and to help three university professors in their research of a group of kindergartners being video taped in a learning situation.

Jeanette is an honor student having made the Dean's List, has been named to Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities and was the Sweetheart of Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity. She member-at-large and was the chapter's National was treasurer of her pledge class and received Convention delegate to Virginia Beach. the Alpha Sigma Alpha P 1 edge Scholarship Jeanette will graduate from Wisconsin State Award. She has served Gamma Beta as treasurer, University-Stevens Point in January.

This year's winner of the AMY SwiSHER ScHOLARSHIP is Valerie Lynn Vella, a member of Gamma Tau Chapter. When Valerie graduates FALL 1971

from C. W. Post College in June, 1972, she will be certified to teach not only on the elementary school level but also the educable mentally retarded.

Valerie is active in various campus activities as well as in Alpha Sigma Alpha. She is a member of the Newman Club, is on the Dean's List, was the recipient of the Incentive Award and an academic scholarship at C. W. Post. She gave over 70 hours of her time last year to work with mentally retarded children a n d h a s been involved in many philanthropic projects. In addition, Valerie holds down two different jobs to pay for her education.

Offices she has held in Gamma Tau chapter are those of magazine chairman, editor and historian .

Valerie's plans at present are to obtain a teaching position after graduation and continue her education by attending night school, working toward a master's degree.

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The recipient of this year's WILMA WILSON SHARP ScHOLARSHIP is Leah Michelle H i 11, a

member of Beta Delta Chapter. Leah will graduate in May, 1972, from the University of Southern Mississippi with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Special Education and Elementary Education.

Her primary concern and interest is in the field of mental retardation and she has worked with trainable retarded and emotionally disturbed children at a local school.

Leah served her pledge class as chaplain and later became election's chairman of Beta Delta.

She is a Dean's List scholar, a member of Alpha Lambda Delta, a member of the Council for Exceptional Children and the Inter-varsity Christian Fellowship.

In time Leah plans to obtain a master's degree in music therapy. Putting an extensive background to work in this field has convinced her that music-when nothing else seems to workholds a certain magic that can say "I love you" to even the most severely retarded child.

The 1971-72 winner of the NATIONAL PHILANTHROPIC ScHOLARSHIP is Rhonda Kay Brennan.

Rhonda plans to graduate from Concord College in 1973 with a major in Biology and a minor in chemistry.

She is a member of Beta Pi chapter and has served the chapter as scholarship chairman.

Rhonda has made the Dean's List each semester she has been in college and was chosen to be a member of Gamma Beta Phi Society, a national service-leadership organization. She was a Is o chosen to represent Concord as one of four students in a college bowl for West Viriginia University and College students.

Rhonda also had the honor of being the only freshman to participate in Concord's Environment Week by presenting a research paper on DDT on Earth Day. As a result, the West Virginia Environmental Po 1 u t i o n Commission named her an expert on the subject.

Upon graduation Rhonda's plans include med-

ical school after which she would like to give medical care to the underpriviledged in West Virginia.

Miss Carol Ann Soma, Alpha Gamma, is the recipient of one of the two SPECIAL EDUCATION ScHOLARSHIPS. Carol will graduate in 1972 from

Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a major in Special Education with emphasis in mental retardation.

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Carol has done much volunteer work at the Western State School and Hospital for Mentally Retarded and Emotionally Disturbed Children the past six years and plans to begin her teaching career in the institutional setting.

She has been on the Dean's List every semester since entering IUP and has served Alpha Gamma in many ways, including the office of president.

Dedicated to her future profession, Carol is an active member of the Council for Exceptional Children and is actively invo lved in volunteer teaching of trainable mentally retarded children in primary and intermediate grades in 1 o c a 1 schools.

Carol's ultimate goal is a doctorate degree in her chosen field.

Her interest and concern for t h o s e in her chosen field is reflected in the volunteer work she has participated. In one such program, she was one of 18 SWEAT (Student Work, Experience and Training Program) students at Arkansas Children's Colony, a school for mentally retarded children. The comprehensive program enabled her to learn through participation in lectures, observations and colony life. As a result of her volunteer work, Jean feels that several of her most important educatonal pursuits have come through experience outside the classroom.

Jean is an "A" student and a member of Gamma Beta Phi and Alpha Chi, both scholastic honor organizations. She was sponsored by Beta Lambda chapter for this scholarship.

Miss Jean Cook, a senior at State College of Arkansas is the winner of the other SPECIAL EouCATIO ScHOLARSHIP. Jean is a Special Education major, minoring in speech pathology.

Jean plans to teach at least one year before entering graduate school to start work on master degree's in both Special Education and Speech Pathology.

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STATE DAYS Launching the Alpha Sigs in Texas "Here Men From the Planet Earth First Set Foot Upon the Moon July, 1969 A.D . We Came in Peace for all Mankind." These words, written on the plaque left on the moon by the Apollo II astronauts, were enscribed on the souvenir ashtrays given as favors at Texas's first State Day"Launching Alpha Sigs in Texas.

The Houston Alumnae Chapter organized this first State Day primarily to interest alums throughout the state to attend and to return to their homes prepared to organize alumnae groups in their area. The response of the Texas 路 alums was small, but Marty Manion Stratton BB of San Antonio and Debbie Hopkins Lowenhar BY of Dallas returned to their cities inspired to begin work with the alumnae in their areas.

succcess of the day prompted us to p lan next year's State Day to include the Louisiana Alpha Sigs also.

The day began with registration followed by a short business meeting. A quick coffee break preceded a songfest. The members then broke up into discussion groups. Topics included "How to Organize an Alumnae Chapter," "Obligations of Collegiates Upon Leaving School," and "Relationships of Alumnae to Collegiates."

Peggy Steiner Lewis AB leads one of the discussion groups at Texas State Day.

Marty Stratton BB, left, and collegiates admire Houston Alumnae Chapter's scrapbook.

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After an allotted amount of time, a person from each group reported on the discussions within her group. Everyone benefited from these discussions : collegiates were introduced to the interest and enthusiasm of an organized alumnae chapter, and the alumnae found a close association with their collegiate sisters to be most valuable.

A lovely luncheon followed the morning business session. We were very honored to have Mrs. George D. Linton, National President, as our guest speaker. Mrs. Linton gave a most interesting talk on "Is There Still a Need for Sororities."

We enjoyed having her and feel that a close relationship with the national organization is a must in any group to keep interest at a peak.

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Ohio Has 21st State Day The twenty-first annual Alpha Sigma Alpha Ohio State Day was held on April 17, 1971 at Hospitality Motor Inn, Columbus, Ohio. Cincinnati Alumnae chapter members were hostesses and officers of the day. Shirley Sledz Wakefield AA wa chairman of the event. She was assisted

by Eleanor Loyd Davis /::,./::,. , p r o g r am; Anne Petree Niemeyer AA, reservations; Ruth Snedaker Kohl AA, secretary; Shirley Pallatto Bone AA, favors; and Ruth Smith Snouffer AA, publici ty.

Registration and a coffee hour with Anne Niemeyer and Shirley Bone serving as hostesses was followed by a warm welcome from Shirley Wakefield who also introduced the various chapters represented.

The memorial service was conducted by Mary Goeke Backsman AA in memory of Ruby C. Ball, Sarah Long Ernst, Eleanor Wright, Leona Utter Brown and Louise A. Ketterer.

The business meeting was called to order by Cincinnati Alumnae president Nancy Coon Anderson lB. Each chapter answered to the roll call as it was read with the number attending.

The minutes for the 1970 State Day were accepted as read by Ruth Kohl. Anne Niemeyer gave the treasurer's report. Jeanne McQueen, Director of Province VI reported on progress made to have a Province Day to replace State Day on years there is no National Convention.

State co-ordinator Shirley Wakefield reported on the New Ohio Establishment Fund. Chapters shared their most worthwhile and most fun projects.

"Grace Before Meat" was sung before the luncheon. After the meal Eleanor Davis introduced our speaker, Marian Wells who is Executive Secretary of the Ohio Mental Health Association.

The Alpha Alpha girls led the group in singing and closed the event with the Candlelight Song.

came and were indeed an enthu iastic, friendly group. Repre entatives from Oklahoma City, Muskogee, Bartleville and Tahlequah were also in attendance.

Tul a Alumnae Chapter Pre ident Eloise Frye Woods Bl and her commitee of Sue Jones LaBorde Bl and Mary Russell Downer Bl greeted their guests for registration and coffee at lovely Harweldon in Tulsa. Using the Zodiac theme, Dawna Knight Shurleff Bl and Rhetta Nesbitt Robinson Bl cleverly composed a fashion show portraying something representative of each Zodiac sign. Rhetta and Ellen Funk B/\ added the professional touch with descriptive narrations of sports attire, travel clothes, gypsy costumes, ~ Mexican wedding gown and many more fashIOns. A block away, at the beautiful dining room of University Club Tower, Isabel Key Reeve AA was hostess to a delicious luncheon. The event was the highlight of the day because, after an absence of fifteen years, Judy Winter, National Vice President of Alumnae Program, returned to Tulsa to give the keynote address. Her message was a masterpiece and made each of us well aware of our responsibility, gratitude and devotion to A"'i:.A as well as strengthening our appreciation for our heritage.

Judy Winter ZZ, ALA National Vice-pr esident, was the guest speaker at the Oklahoma State Day Luncheon.

Mrs. Winter Joins Oklahoma Alpha Sigs What is more fun than State Day-unless it's going to Convention?

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A get-together isn't complete without a songfest and the Beta Gammas from Tahlequah were willing and ready to take charge with ample support for the Beta Lambdas.

After a final mixer, we reluctantly parted, A"'i:.A crest sticker favor in hand, already thinking toward next year's meeting at Bartlesville.

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Chicago West Hosts Illinois Alpha Sigs The 20th Annual Illinois S t a t e D a y was held on Saturday, April 24, at Marshall Field's Meadow Room in Oakbrook, Illinois. The day began with registration and a social hour, after which Joan Kolar Grabarek BP, President of the Chicago West Suburban Alumnae Chapter, the hostess chapter, welcomed about 80 Alpha Sigs.

In addition to each collegiate and alumnae chapter being well represented, we were very pleased to have ten unaffiliated alums join us. Joan presented corsages to each chapter president and to Mary Blackstone, Past National President.

At 2 p.m. our business meeting was called to order. Several topics were discussed which will help us to better coordinate future State Days.

After the business meeting, the centerpiece from the President's table was presented to Betty Grisby Foyer AB, the member attended who had been an AL..A for the longest time. The centerpieces from the other tables, which were made by Nancy Reagan of West Suburban, were a 1 so given away. Everyone received an AL..A paperweight, all 80 of which were painted and decorated by Claire Hager of West Suburban. Nancy and Claire did a beautiful job and it was greatly appreciated. Special thanks go to Fran Stellmach Ducey BP and Ann Fehlman Ruehl BP, chairmen of a very successful Illinois State Day.

Unity in Indiana "Unity makes strength and since we must be strong, we must also be one" was the theme of Indiana State Day, held March 27, 1971, at the Indiana Sta te Teachers Association Building in Indianapolis.

Chicago West Suburban's Presi路dent, J oan K olar Grabarek BP, presents a floral centerpiece t o long-tim e member Bett y Grisby Foy er AB.

Seven discussion groups were then formed , consisting of both alumnae and collegiates, and quite a variety of opinions were expressed. Several of the groups discussed topics which, it is hoped, will help to bring collegiate and alumnae groups closer together. At the conclusion of these sessions a general meeting was held and each group asked to summarize its discussion.

Many valuable thoughts, ideas, and suggestions were gained from this.

After a leisurely luncheon, Miss Barbara Johnston, Field Representative, spoke on changing trends on college campuses today. She then opened the floor to questions and told us many interesting facts about Convention, changes occuring throughout the nation to Greek organizations, and other topics.

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E vansville alumnae coordinate registration at Indiana St at e D ay.

We were fortunate to have several national officers with us : Miss Bernice Baur, National Program Chairman, Miss Maryann Steinhart, Spotlight Editor of Th e Phoenix, Mrs. Bob Williams, N a tional Historian, Mrs. H arold McQueen, Province VI Director, and Miss Judy Hartman, Province Director a t Large.

State Day began with 120 Alpha Sigs registering and en joying the coffee hour. Mary Ellen Brunson Nease BY, co-president of State Day, presided over the morning business session. An invitation for the 1972 State Day was extended

by Chi Chi Chapter at Ball State University and was accepted. All en joyed hearing of collegiate activities and successes as reported by Linda Williams, president of Beta Upsilon, and Janna Libbert, president of Chi Chi. A new activity that THE PHOE'NIX

was enjoyed by all was the teaching of two new songs from each collegiate chapter to the alumnae and collegiate members. Songleaders were Dawn Anderson BY and Connie White XX .

Cathy Camp XX, State Day Vice President, presided over the luncheon. Table decorations were Alpha Sig castles representing the unity of sisters. The highlight of the day was Bernice Baur's speech on the theme of the day "Unity Makes Strength." Bernice spoke of unity in spiritual life, unity in sorority life, and unity in personal life. She shared examples of unity in her own life.

Pennsylvania. Eight of the collegiate chapters in Pensylvania were represented, as well as three alumnae chapters and Gamma Phi from New York state. There were seventy-four in attendance.

Greetings were extended to all present by Betty Urban Wallick ZZ, State Day Coordinator.

After reports by all of the chapters on their activities during the past year, small discussion groups were held on rush, chapter activities, Panhellenic, financial projects, and alumnae activities.

Pennsylvania Alpha Sigs register for State Day.

Ann Becker Kloote BY presents Bernice Baur, luncheon speaker at Indiana State Day, with a corsage.

Ann Becker Kloote BY, co-president of State Day, presided over the afternoon business session. An important decision of the day was to continue INDASA, Indiana's newsletter. It will be published three or four times during the year and sent to all Alpha Sigs in Indiana in the hopes of establishing b e t t e r communication throughout the state. The possibility of a province-wide state day was also discussed.

The day concluded with a fashion show presented by Beryle Pritchett entitled "Twenty Fashions from an Overnight Case" which demonstrated the fashion possibilities of a basic dress and accessories.

The meeting adjourned to meet again in the spring of 1972 at Muncie, Indiana, with Lym;t Satterthwaite McCormick XX serving as president.

Mrs. Linton Speaks in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State Day was held on Saturday, April 17, 1971, at the Hotel Hershey in Hershey, FALL 1971

Mrs. George Linton, National President, spoke to the group on the subject, "Is There Still a Need for Sorority?" Stressing the fact that there is no such thing as a typical college student and that the college years are the formative period of life, she felt that each individual needs a congenial place in which to live which can provide mutual concern for all those gathered in these surroundings. Thus she felt the sorority fills this need in two ways. One, it is a home, where the student can relax, refresh herself, and be herself; second, it is a refuge, which provides consolation, encouragement and friendship. Thus the sorority situation becomes a constant in the fast moving college scene; the chapter becomes the determining force in the forming of today's ideals. Mrs. Linton urged the sorority to join with other sororities and fraternities to say "this is the kind of life we want on campus" and to work through Panhellenic to rebuild and revitalize the sorority scene. The need is not to convince ourselves we are right, but to convince others. So long as there is a need there will be a place for sorority, and the need will exist as long as freshmen seek out the same kind of experiences and values.

During the business meeting plans were made for State Day 1972 to be held on Saturday, April 15, at Hershey Hotel. Pennsylvania Alpha Sigs should make plans to attend.

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Radford College To Expand Sororities After a request from the Student Legislature 9) Preference of national over local soront1es, to expand sororities and a study conducted by if permitted to expand: national-133, local-2; Dr. John McPhail, Vice-President for Student 10) Quotas of each sorority: 50-115, 50 to 60-10, Affairs, the Radford College Board of Visitors 60 and over 10. From this survey several condecided to allow sorority expansion. The ques- clusions were made. Sorority members appear tion came before the Board in May, 1970, to be more involved in clubs and seek more ofthrough a proposal to expand sororities from fices . The percentage of Greeks with financial the Student Legislature. The Board decided to aid is generally higher than the percentage of consider the question of sororities to decide the over-all student population. Other concluwhether to expand, remain the same, or disband. sions are that a higher percentage of out-of-state In August, 1970, the Board of Visitors author- students are sorority members and that present ized Dr. McPhail to conduct a study of the so- grade averages for sorority members are not as rority system to give them a basis for their high as high school grade averages.

The third phase of the sorority study was a decision. The study consisted of several phases.

A committee of students was formed to visit committee to study methods of expanding the other colleges and investigate their Greek sys- Radford College sorority system. This group of tems, if any. This committee was composed of sorority members considered several questions. the President of Panhellenic, a representative of They examined how to expand the sororities, each of Radford's four sororities, and four inde- how to administer them, and how to house them. pendents. The group visited Longwood College Also considered was the aspect of what benefits and Madison College; and, due to scheduling are provided by sorority membership.

This extensive study was presented to the Raddifficulties, Dr. McPhail alone v i s i t e d Mary Washington College and the College of William ford College Board of Visitors in May, 1971. and Mary. Longwood, Madison, and William Expansion of sororities was finally approved with and Mary all have sororities; only Longwood, some qualifications. Expansion was restricted in however, is completely satisfied with their system several ways: I) membership is not to exceed and has open expansion. Madison has recently 20% of all boarding students; 2) no more than gone co-educational, and Greek expansion must two chapters may colonize in the first y e a r: be provided for both men and women. The ex- 3) membership may not exceed fifty each; pansion program extended rush to freshmen, 4) rush may include only sophomores or above. and rush was not as successful as in previous Other qualifications are that the initial organiyears. The administration of William and Mary zations be local, but may later become national; is opposed to expansion of their nine sororities that the Vice-President for Student Affairs exbecause the Greeks make up 45% of the women amine expansion periodically; that the sororities students. Mary Washington has no sororities, remain on-campus, recognized social organizaand no attempts have been made to form them. tions; that the Radford College sororities be proA second committee made up of members of vided with chapter rooms for which they will each sorority, was formed to survey sorority mem- pay rent and which they must furnish from their bership. This committee considered the follow- own funds; that the position of Panhellenic Ading questions, with the results included here: visor be created on the staff of the Vice-President I) Club membership and offices held at Radford: for Student Affairs; and, finally, that the Vice465; 2) Hometown: Virginia 107, out-of-state-28; President for Student Affairs be authorized to 3) High school grade average: B; 4) College determine the initiation of colonization of local grade average: 2.57 out of 4.0; 5) Financial aid chapters. At this time, one local sorority has dereceived: 116; 6) Academic honors: 53; 7) Non- clared itself and is in the process of being apacademic honors: 77; 8) Preference of chapter proved by the Clubs and Organizations Commitrooms over a Panhellenic dorm: yes-92, no-43; tee of Radford College.

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News Notes Alice Montgomery Petitt HH has been honored by the Greater Kansas City professional chapter of Theta Sigma Phi at its annual Matrix Table dinner for her contributions in the field of community service.

Mrs. Petitt's contributions include work with both young people and ad u 1 t s at local, state and national levels. Her interest in art, educat ion, music, politics, religion and travel has been solid and constructive.

Mrs. Petitt is a member of the Greater Kansas City Alumnae Chapter.

The Greater KansJs City Alumnae are proud to report that Miss Mary Kay Reiff HH is the incoming president of the Kansas City Altrusa Club. This Club is a part of A 1 t r us a International, a Women 's International Service organization of selective membership, and the first of such organizations to be formed.

Mary Kay has just completed a term as Corresponding Secretary, and as Chairman of the Community Service Committee of the Kansas City Club. Among other services to the community, one major project this past year has been to secure furniture and furnishings for a Halfway House for Women.

Mary Kay will be installed as President at a dinner meeting on June 16, at which time another of the K.C. Alumnae Chapter members, Mrs. Alice Montgomery Petitt HH, will be the guest speaker.

****** National Convention To Feature Boutique An interesting addition to the 1972 National Convention will be the A'LA Boutique. The Boutique will feature favors and other handcrafted items made by collegiate and alumnae chapters. It will be a great opportunity for individual chapters to earn money. There will also be commercial products offered.

Boutique Chairman, Paula Cyrus, will I . send specific information concernmg th e Boutique to chapters during the year.

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THE NATIONAL COUNCIL announces the formation of St. Joseph Area Alumnae Chapter St. Joseph, Missouri July, 1971

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Pledge 'Inother' to 140 Inen

By Darrell Aherin Daily Egyptian Staff Writer She's 47 years old and still doesn't know what to do when she grows up.

She is a college senior who is mother to 140 men each year.

Add counselor, social worker, sorority pledge, Navajo and Spanish Indian expert and student activist to the list.

And you've got the many roles played by Marjory "Mom" Daly, housemother at Sigma Tau Gamma fraternity, 111 Small Group Housing.

She is referred to as "super-mother," "guru-inresidence" and "mom-the-great." Regardless of title, Mom Daly is best known for her laugh, her sincerity and her willingness to give.

All three trademarks can easily be seen almost any hour of the day or night as Mom's open door policy finds her listening to a depressed fraternity officer, tutoring a nervous freshman, leading a sensitivity group or quieting a loud studybreak.

Mom says it's easy for her to understand student problems since she's a student herself. She hopes to receive her bachelor's degree in sociology this June.

Darrell Aherin is a staff writer with the Daily Egyptian, University of Southern Illinois' student newspaper.

Article r e p r i n ted from the Daily Egyptian.

"I was working my children 路 ~ way through college," Mom explains, "and I was determined, after I completed their requirements, that it was time to take care of me."

Mom, her hair almost completely gray now, has been a widow since 1968. She has two children of her own-a daughter who is a school teacher and a son who is a Marine captain. She formerly was a social worker, where she compiled over 2000 hours of suicide prevention training.

With her degree not far off, Mom is still undecided about what to do when she "grows up."

"The only thing I can say for certain is that I've decided not to grow up," she says. ''I'm serious. Just look around you at the people that are grown up. Most of them are pretty long-faced Joes, aren' t they? Do they really enjoy life?

"They even prepay their funeral expenses, and that's all they really look forward to-dying. I'm living." Mom Daly is determined to prove she's just begun to live. Her latest venture is pledging Alpha Sigma Alpha social sorority, a group which recently colonized at SIU. "I really couldn't find a fraternity that would take me," Mom retorts. "When I came to SIU I was a little 'anti-Greek,' but I found out that 'anti-Greek' is just a cliche. We are human beings too."

Mom firmly states that her pledging is not a "flash in the pan." ''I'm definitely going through with it."

"The sorority seems to be able to understand that I got to be me and what's more they seem to give me the opportunity to be me."

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Mom sometimes operates under orne pretty unorthodox methods, and she admits that her superiors are often left guessing.

But Mom's goal is to make student group living a real experience in learning.

"There's a give and a take," she says. "We go more by feelings than rules here. We only have rules or guidelines. The first is each man has the right to do his own thing as long as it doesn't interfere with anyone else. And the second is that it is the responsibility of every man not to interefer with anyone else.

"Sometimes people have wondered why I don't frown when someone uses a little raw language.

But anytime you build an artificial barrier in communication, even if you put it under the nicety of culture, when something really important has to be communicated you have to tear down that barrier. And that's why here the fellows speak freely."

Mom is also sure about her role as housemother. She says the first thing to remember is that she's a human being living with human beings, "and nowhere in your contract does it say anything about judging anyone else."

"You have to accept everyone as they are, and that doesn't mean as you wish them to be. I only ask the same thing for myself."

Mom Daly's domain stretches much farther than the Sig Tau house. She is confidante to numerous students on and off campus and even counsels a few nonstudents. She's honorary housemother for the Sig Tau colony at SIU in Edwardsville and the Sig Tau chapter at the University of Missouri in St. Louis.

The Sigma Tau Gamma national fraternity commissioned Mom to write a book, a sort of housemother's guide. But Mom says she has run into problems with this task.

"What was the be the book ha become more of a philosophy, and I found that it's going to take more than a book because this is really a way of life," she says.

"I am keeping notes for a bestseller, which will be banned in Boston, under the working title of "Is There a Man in the House?", Mom said. The book is about what goes on at Sig Tau house.

Mom Daly can even be found in student protest marches, demonstrations and rallies at SIU. She's there listening and rapping with members of the crowd.

"Actually I am an activist," Mom says. "And I'm trying to control myself. ''I'm keeping my mind open-open to change.

At this point I'm not sure if change within the system is possible. I'd like for it to be.

"I want to know what people are thinking.

It's difficult here at SIU to be informed because many of our classes are stratified. When you can use old lecture notes and term papers, the professors haven't heard of 'Future Shock.'

"If I can't find the answer one way, I'll try another. I'm a curious woman."

With determination, Mom Daly goes about her business helping anyone along the way. Her motivation?

"Man can be pretty damn cruel to man and if I can do anything to help minimize it, I try."

Since her graduation in June, Mrs. Daly has been appointed Assistant Dean of Women at Grinnell College.

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Alpha Sigma Alpha Welcomes Fifth Illinois Chapter

Alpha Sigma Alpha's newest chapter, Delta Eta at DePaul University in Chicago, was installed May 15, 1971 , amidst a traditional weekend of festivities.

A get-acquainted party was held Friday evening for the Delta Eta pledges, collegiate representatives of several Illi nois and Wisconsin chapters, and the ational Officers who were to install the new chapter.

Initiation ceremonies w e r e he 1 d Saturday morning with Mrs. George D. Linton, National President, officiating. Mrs. Dennis P. White, National Chairman of Colonies, then installed the group as Delta Eta Chapter of Alpha Sigma Alpha. Assisting Mrs. Linton and Mrs. White were Miss Judith A. Holman, National Editor, Miss Paula D. Cyrus, Miss L inda Wyrick, and M iss Barbara J. Johnston, Field Representatives.

The White Luncheon was held immediately fo llowing the installation. Guests of Honor included Mrs. Carol Dougherty Quillo, Dean of Women, Reverend Patrick O'Brien, Delta Eta facu lty adviser, and Mrs. Richard Grabarek,

Mary Greschek t.H and Chicago alumnae Betty Hall and Julia Palmer admire huge paddle, a present from Gamma Omega Chapter.

President of the Chicago West Suburban Alumnae Chapter. Highlight of the luncheon was the opening of the many gifts presented to the new chapter by the National Council, the alumnae, and the collegiates.

Delta Eta Chapter of Alpha Sigma Alpha, May 15, 1971 .

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A reception for University officials, student leaders, relatives and friends was held during the afternoon.

Evening brought everyone into downtown Chicago for the formal In tallation Banquet. Miss Anita Mahoney, retiring Delta Eta president, served as toa tmistress for the occasion. The traditional toasts of Aspire, Seek, Attain were given

by Miss DeDe McKay BP, representing the collegiates, Mrs. Tom Parvin, Greater Chicago Alumnae Chapter, representing the alumnae, and Miss Holman, representing the National Officers.

all level : academically, so ially, and athletically.

The orority i best seen through the events it spon ors, many dating back to the beginning of Alpha Omega and becoming part of it's tradition. Among the yearly events are a Christmas Benefit he 1 d at some charitable institution, Homecoming Dance and Float Building, a Day of Recollection held for discussion and reflection, and a Mother-Daughter Breakfast. Interspersed among these events are mixers, beach parties, picnics, ball park outings, and basketball games.

The member of Alpha Omega have also supported food and clothing drives for the poor and,

The Very Re verend John R. Courtelyou, President of De Paul Uni versity.

Guest Speaker f o r the evening was the Very Reverend John R. Courtelyou, President of DePaul University and honorary member of Delta Eta. Following Reverend Courtelyou's address, Mrs. White presented the new initiates with membership certificacates and cards. Mrs. Linton concluded the banquet with the pre entation 0 f the Mrs. Dennis White .

Delta Eta Charter to Miss Mahoney.

Delta Eta Chapter has a long history at DePaul University. The local, Alpha Omega Sorority, was established in November of 1926 and is one of the oldest groups on campus. Sorority records give evidence to the prominent position lpha Omega has played in the University at FALL 1971

National President MaryAnn Linton ( r) presents Delta Eta Charter to Anita Mahoney.

more recently, the DePaul Breakfast Program set up for needy children in the area. One of the members headed the Biafra campaign at the University, which was successful enough to warrant both newspaper and television coverage.

The majority of Alpha Omega .members are in the School of Education, but many are in the College of Liberal Arts, Commerce, and Nursing.

Recent honors awarded to the group include being named "Best Sorority on Campus" for the 1969-1970 year; having three members elected as representatives to the student government of DePaul; and holding the top three offices of the Inter-Sorority Council for the 1969-1970 school year. Seven members of the sorority are Adjuvantes, which is an honorary service organization and seven were candidates for fraternity queens or sweethearts.

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You CAN Learn to Be Kind to the Environtnent by Frances Cerra

When Ralph Nader appeared at a Long Island college recently a petite woman had a question for him: ''I'm a housewife and I'm concerned about pollution and the consumer," she said, straining to make herself heard in the auditorium, "but what can I do to help?" Her question expressed the frustration of most Americans who have noticed that air pollution has dulled the autumn leaves, that water pollution is closing beach after beach and that pollution of the earth is surrounding our cities with foul garbage dumps.

It's true that industry produces four to five times as much liquid waste as consumers, uses 70 percent of all the nation's electric power and throws away 94 percent of our solid wastes. But, as that woman recognized, industry's sins do not absolve consumers of their responsibilities to the environment. People can learn to be kind to the environment as individuals, and then, in groups like sororities, on campus or off, can band together to pressure the government and industry to clean up.

Nader answered that housewife's question by telling her not to use products that pollutelike phosphate detergents. He could have listed such items for an hour. Until now, consumers have not used their buying power to tell industry that they do not want products that pollute.

Take the disposable craze in bottles, diapers and even cigarette lighters.

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Americans are fond of throwing things away, so fond that the U. S. Bureau of Solid Waste Management is doing research to find out why.

Only a few years ago, people not only returned empty soda bottles; the empties were coveted by children as a source of pocket money. Today, most prefer to throw out disposable soda bottles and cans rather than inconvenience themselves to collect a measly few cents. Out of sight, out of mind. But government studies have already shown that if this trend continues, nonreturnable containers will have virtually replaced the deposit bottle by 1972. That means that there will be some 20 billion cans and bottles littering the landscape and filling garbage dumps unless Americans come to their senses. And don't forget, aluminum cans don't rust.

Industry is already calling the 1970's the "Disposable Decade" and the "Throwaway Age," because they are convinced that consumers' desire for convenience is so strong that they will ignore the threat to the environment. It's time housewives faced a fact: You cannot speak righteously about the local power company polluting the air and then go home and pop a TV dinner into the oven and a disposab!e diaper on the baby.

Prepared foods mean packaging. Garbage. Disposable diapers, paper cups, plates, paper towels -all are unnecessary sources of garbage. And garbage today is either burned, meaning air pollution, or buried in wetland areas like swamps THE PHOENIX

which are homes to birds and a n i m a 1 s and spawning grounds for the small organisms that ultimately keep ocean fish alive. Washing diapers and doing your own cooking is trouble, no question; but is there a rational choice?

Many college cafeterias have also been swept by the disposable craze. A collegiate chapter of a sorority is in a fine position to object to the use of disposable plates and flatware. Disposables may save the cafeteria management some labor costs, but what are they costing the environment?

There are other products that ecology-minded consumers can avoid. The phosphates in detergents are thought to be the cause of something called eutrophication, a process that makes lakes and bays fill up with algae and become unfit for swimming and death traps for fish. Lists of detergents and their phosphate contents have been published by the U. S. Department of Interior and Consumer Reports. Buy detergents with zero or low phosphate contents. And forget about enzyme pre-soaks. They are an additional source of phosphates.

Lead in gasoline is another major pollutant.

Some non-lead or low lead gasolines are available now. Buying them will encourage all the oil companies to make unleaded gasolines, and fast.

Long lists of products to avoid can be obtained from local conservation groups, and these are the groups that both collegiate and alumnae chapters can ally with to start efforts to improve the environment. For example, many companies are paying for each aluminum can or bottle returned to them. Besides being beneficial to the environment, this isn't a bad way for a group to make some money.

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But the possibilitie for group action go far beyond picking up cans or setting up anti-litter days. The place to start is by raising the ecology consciou nes of the members of your group and anyone else you can get to listen. Bring in guest speakers from conservation groups, ask representatives from local power companies or health agencies to come to meetings and answer questions on what they are doing about pollution.

Use college resources, such as the science department, to help organize full-scale teach-in's on the environment.

And how about finding out just who is responsible for polluting that lake near you? If the health department doesn' t know who is responsible, put pressure on them to find out. If they do know, then ask them why they haven't done anything about it. If you don 't get action fast, show up in a group at your next town board or county legislature meeting. Watch how fast you make headlines when you demand enforcement of existing pollution laws and ask for stronger ones. Watch and see how polite your local politicians will be.

A good example of what can be accomplished happened in the state of Washington last year.

The whole thing began as an academic project in a political science class, an exercise to see if students could get enough signatures on petitions to have a referendum put on the November ballot. The students chose an ecology issue, the non-returnable soft drink and beer container.

They proposed that at least a five-cent deposit be required on all such containers. The task seemed staggering because the students needed over 100,000 signatures to get on the ballot. Nevertheless, in a little over two months, the students gathered more than 180,000 signatures. The state Democratic convention endorsed the proposal, and so did the Republican governor and attorney general of the state.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Frances Cerra is a graduate of Queens College of the City University of New York with a master's degree in journalism from Columbia University. She is currently consumer affairs reporter for Newsday, traveling to Washington, D. C. for stories as necessary. She is a member of Sigma Sigma Sigma.

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Unfortunately, this story does not have a happy ending in the traditional sense. The referendum was defeated, apparently because of strong opposition from brewers in the state. But it is certain that the issue is not dead, and the students found out in the process that they have real power.

Ralph Nader has recognized this fact more strongly than almost any other consumer-ecology leader in the country. He believes that to fight polluters effectively, consumers need public interest lawyers who will represent citizens groups in court cases against polluters big and small and against government agencies that hesitate too long to enforce the law. One such public interest law firm in Washington was recently responsible for stopping the Alaska oil pipeline which conservationists fear would do irreparable damage. The problem with forming such law firms is tha t they cost money. Nader has proposed, in speeches on campuses around the country, that college students pay $5 or $ 10 as part of each semester's general fee to set up their own public interest law firm. Instead of demonstrating, then, student groups with a gripe could use the courts to voice their objections. Nader's proposal is just getting off the ground on at least one campus, but the idea offers hope.

Original thinking like this and quick action by individuals and groups is what is needed if the world is to remain a fit place to live. Crowds, noise, dirt and air that stings the eyes are now commonplace characteristics of big cities. Nobody wants to live this way and large numbers of people have fled to the suburbs for escape.

But they took with them their cars, their washing machines, their mania for convenience and their indifference. We can learn to be kind to our environment. We must. Or else.

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Gamma Betas Study Abroad

By Donna Frome

Imagine a college semester spent riding a cable lift to the summit of a snow capped Swiss Alp, cycling over the rolling hills of merry England, or breaking the language barrier w i t h a charming Frenchman. It sounds like a gift from Cinderella's fairy Godmother-but for six Gamma Betas, the dream came true.

Ellen Ahlers, Kathy Hales, D i a n n e J e n s, Becky Levo, Dianne Lipman, and Carol Rupiper are among the students who have said " bon voyage" to Wisconsin State University-Stevens Point and spent a semester studying in England and vacationing on the continent. Forty collegians are chosen each semester, via interview and recommendation, to participate in the university sponsored program.

While in England, the girls lived in a youth hostel in a London suburb and attended classes taught by English and American profs. Ordinarily dull assignments took an exciting new light as suddenly you were standing in the very house where Willy Shakespeare lived. Projects were molded to fit the new environment. Dianne Lipman, a home economics major, spent a weekend in the home of an English family and observed their lifestyle. Becky, an art major, took the opportunity to get a first hand look at some of the masterpieces her art history book had been talking about.

with a look a t the medieval castles and then crossed the chan n e 1 to The Netherlands. A Rhine River boat cruise through Germany brought the travelers to Austria. From there they journeyed by bus to Italy and the canals of Venice, art works of Florence, and ruins of Rome.

The group reached Paris via the picturesque Swiss Alps, and spent several days and nights under the Eifel Tower. Shopping throughout the trip was a real treat, and the girls took advantage of bargains in authentic lace, pewter, and leather goods.

Becky Le vo makes some n ew friends on Tim es Square.

Kathy Hales poses before a Scottish castle.

fter three months of book'n it in London, the group said goodbye to Times Square and began their five week tour of Europe and the British Isles. The trip commenced in Scotland FALL 197 1

Experiences like encountering pickpockets in Italy, and getting to know foreign students staying at the youth hostels gave the trip a real personal touch, and made it more than a typical tourist visit to famous landmarks. All the girls agreed that meeting new and different people was the most memorable event of the semester which ended all too soon for the t r a v e 1 i n g Gamma Betas. The girls returned to Point bubbling over with stories to tell and expressing the hope that more Alpha Sigma Alphas will have the opportunity to broaden their education by studying abroad.

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All our bags are packed We're ready to go We're standing here Outside the door We really want to meet you So hello . . .

Sally W a r 路d (l}, Barbara J ohnston, Mary J edrzejewski.

Even as you read this, we'll already have had the opportunity to meet many of you and we 're looking forward to meeting s路till more of you in the near future. In the coming months we 'll be visiting all our ALA sisters as 1971-1972 Field Representatives .

As Midwesterners, we are l ooking forward to seeing the mountains of Co l orado with the Beta Betas, the skyl ine of New York with the Gamma Taus, the Bad Lands of North Dakota with the Beta Etas, and Independence Hall with the Nu Nus .

We also might find ourse lves making red and white rush favors at Phi Phi or carving a pumpkin at Gamma Xi ' s Orphans Party, p l edging a new cl ass at De l ta Theta, or even sampl ing Cajun cooking at Beta Zeta or Gamma Sigma.

Of course, we' ll be there to share in the excitement -of a candle l ight, ce l ebrate Founders' Day, plan a workshop or help revise a constitution . We hope we can offer you i deas, provide answers to quesrtions, and generally help you to make this a successful and memorab l e year . We know that our year as Field Reps, working and sharing with ALAs across the country, wil l be an exciting adventure for us .

Our flight's been called . See you soon!!

Love in ALA, Barb, Mary, and Sally

Mary, Sally, and friend.

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INCLUDE WITH THIS APPLICATION: 1. a recent photograph of yourself

2. a transcript of your college grades 3. a personal letter stating why you are interested in becoming a Field Representative for Alpha Sigma Alpha HAVE THE FOLLOWING REFERENCES SENT DIRECTLY To THE NATONAL PRESIDENT:

1. a letter from your chapter adviser 2. a letter from your college Dean of Women, Panhellenic Adviser, or President 3. a letter from your chapter president or other ranking chapter officer if you are the chapter president, or if you would prefer a recommendation from another officer RETURN APPLICATION To:

Mrs. George D. Linton, National President, 646 James Lane, River Vale, New Jersey 07675 For primary consideration applications should he received by January 10. Applications received after that date will be considered depending upon remaining positions to be filled.

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Be an Alpha Sigma Alpha Field Representative!

-Mature, poised, well-groomed young graduate . . . . Must have been an active participant in her college chapter and in campus organizations.

Must be able to work well with others, and must have enthusiasm, initiative and organizational ability.

-Will travel extensively, visiting college chapters and representing Alpha Sigma Alpha at varied meetings and conferences. During periods when college chapter visitation is not feasible due to examinations, vacation etc. the Field Representative will assist at the National Headquarters in Springfield, Missouri.

-To share knowledge and enthusiasm with sorority sisters; to give training in chapter techniques; to inspire loyalty; to train officers; and to serve as a Good Will Ambassador for Alpha Sigma Alpha.

Term of Employment: Approximately August l through July 1. Summer months will be devoted to training at National Headquarters and with various National Officers; assistance in the National Headquarters, and attendance at National Convention at end of term of employment.

Accommodations: While on a campus, the Field Representative will stay in accommodations provided by the chapter and approved by the chapter adviser.

This will usually be in a dormitory or sorority house. While not on a campus, and on her days off, she will stay in accommodations appro_ved by the National Council.

Working Time: The Field Representative will work on an average of five and onehalf days a week, although she will not necessarily have one and onehalf days off every weekend . She may work for eleven days and then have three days off, etc. Her schedule will be arranged so as to allow her an opportunity on her days off to take care of personal needs and to take advantage of the sightseeing attractions offered in the area.

If she is invited to spend her days off with a college chapter she may do so if she so desires.

Travel: She will travel by whichever mode of transportation venient.

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Expenses: All expenses will be paid, including travel , accommodations and meals.

Salary: Will reflect qualifications. To be confidential between Applicant and National Council.

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Alpha Sigma Alpha Scholarships -WHAT am I applying for?

Alpha Sigma Alpha is offering six scholarships for the 1971-1972 school year. Two scholarships will be awarded to students pursuing studies in any field of special education and to both Alpha Sigma Alpha members and non-members. Each are in the amount of $500. The other four scholarships are for $300 each and are for Alpha Sigma Alpha members only. The applicants for these scholarships may be majoring in any subject. All scholarships are for either graduate or undergraduate students.

-HOW do I qualify?

Applicants for either type of scholarship must meet the following qual ifications : l. Have a verified "B" average.

2. Have a good moral character.

3. Render loyal and unselfish service to his or her institution .

4. Be a worthy, capable, and promising student.

- WHERE

do I apply?

Obtain application form from Mrs. Gary Hendren, Drive, Hazelwood, Mo. 63043.

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should I apply?

Submit completed application form not later than Janu ary 10, 1971 , to Mrs. Gary Hendren.

Each completed application form must be accompanied by a brief sketch of the nominee, stating his or her educational pursuits and a small glossy photo.

Take Advantage of An Opportunity! Apply Now? FALL 1971

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BUT we still need your support

Send all orders to: Alpha Sigma Alpha Magazine Agency 1201 East Walnut Springfield, Missouri 65802

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$PoTLIGHTED

Ann Watt, president of Beta Psi, is active in all aspects of university life. She ha.1 serve路d on the Social Committee of her dorm, the selection board for Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities and the homecoming executive board at Western Michigan University. Ann has been recognized and honored in many ways also. She was Greek Girl of the semester, voted into Who's Who in Fraternities and Sororities, Panhellenic Outstanding Senior and chosen as Outstanding Leader during All Campus Week .

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Campus Claudia Grant served as a Student Marshall at the 1971 Graduation at Northern Illinois Uni versity

M i 11 i e McNamara, Panhellenic President, Nicholls State Uni versit)'

Ann In gram, S ophom ore Class Treasurer, Longwoo d College

Faye Labbe, Uni versity of Southwestern Louisiana, is president of Louisiana Student Teacher's Asssociatio n .

Marie Smoot, Who's Wh o tn American Colleges and Uni versities, Radford College

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Jane Schenck, Panhellenic Rush Chairman, Pennsylvania State Uni ve rsit y

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Leaders Chris Anderson, Who's Who in American Colleges and Uni ve rsities, Radford College

Sherry Owens, Panhellenic Presiident, Loyola University

Donna Jones, president of the Association for Childhood Education, Murray State Uni versity

Carolyn Talb ot, Panh ellenic President, L ongwood College

M a路ry Hamilton is Secretary of the Student Body at North west Missouri State College .

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Connie Lake, Who's Who among Greek Fraternities and Sororities, Adrian College

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jean Fertita, Beta Zeta was chosen first runner-up to the S weetheart of Delta Sigma Phi at University of South western L ouisiana.

Peg Zander, Beta Eta, is the 1971 Theta Chi D reamgirl at Dickinson State Collef!.e.

Cin·dy Furst, Ph i P h i, is Phi Sigma Epsilon S weetheart at Northwest Missouri State College.

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Riva Coleman, Eta Eta, is Pi Kappa Alpha Dream Girl at Kansas State College of Pittsburg.

Suzanne Bourgeois, Be t a Z eta , w a s chosen D elta Tau Delta S weetheart at U n i v e r s i t y of Southwestern L ouisiana.

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Eleanor McCarty, Gamma Eta, is Pi Kappa Alpha Dream Girl at Pen nsylvania State University .

C i n ·d y R eynolds, Alpha Beta, was chosen A l p h a K a p p a Lambda S weetheart, at Northeast Missouri State College .

V adis Hargis, Gamma Zeta, was chosen Phi Lambda Chi Sweetheart at Arkansas A & M College.

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Honoraries Suzanne Morgan, Alpha, president of D elta Psi Kappa, physical education honorary

]o Ann Baldwin, Gamma Omega, Kappa Omicron Phi, home economics honorary

Leah Hill, Beta D elta, K a p p a Delta Pi, education honorary

Silvana Filipello, Gamma Lambda, Sigma Theta Tau, nursing honorary and Circumference, women's honorary

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Ilze Klavins, Gamma Lambda, Beta Beta Beta, biology honorary and Circumference, wo m en's honorary

Sandy The veatt, Beta I ota, Omicron Nu, home economics honorary

Tommye Corley, Beta Delta, Phi Delta Rho, senior wo men's honorary

Denise Peterson, Beta Rho, Delta Phi D elta, art honorary

Debbie Gregory, Beta D elta, was chosen first alternate to Miss Hattie sburg, Mississippi. Miss Hattiesburg is Beta Delta's president, Sarah T ompkins.

Caro lyn Smith, Alpha Beta, Miss Kirksville, M issouri

Brenda Brosi, Alpha Beta, second runner-up to Miss Hannibal, Missoun

Kathy H auser, Beta I ota, 1971 R adford College May Court

Peggy Talle y, Beta Z eta, Uni versity of South western L ouisiana R elay Court

Melanie Wilso n, Beta Nu, fourth runner-up to Miss Murra y, Kentucky

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Sharon Majette, Beta Iota, 1971 Radford College May Court

Leslie Schatz, Alpha Longwood College May Court

Debbie Simon, Beta Sigma, Miss Missouri Ski Queen, Sweetheart of Sigma Chi Attendant and Marine Ball Court

Jean Abernathy, Alpha Beta, first runner-up to Miss Missouri Ski Queen

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Billie Sue Cun路diff, B e t a I o t a, 1971 Radford College May Court

Mary Ellen Andrews, Cam m a Omega, c a n d i d at e for Creek Queen at Eastern Illin ois Uni versity

Sherry Kendall, Beta I ota, 1971 Radford College May Court

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You, th new fri is people,

HOW? Any way you can get there!

Rent a bus, form a car pool, pile the family in the camper.

All roads lead to Springfield.

WHEN? June 21 - 26, 1972

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WHY? Because we have so much to share with each other! We have sorority business to discuss, songs to swap; awards to give, stories t.o tell.

WHERE? This is our homecoming year!

Springfield, Missouri, is the "in" place for Alpha Sigs 路in '72.

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collegiate news Alpha Longwood College Farmville, Virginia Alphas began second semester full force with Open Rush which lasted from February until the end of March.

We were very excited with the quality of our pledgesas usual, we got the best group of all!

March opened new doors for Alpha with the arrival of Barbara Johnston, Field Representative. During her visit we held a tea, inviting faculty and administrative members as well as Panhellenic representatives and alumnae . We also held a get-acquainted party, at which we shared songs and skits. We enjoyed having Barb3rashe fit in with our group so well . . . almost as if s~e were a member from Longwood. We learned a great deal from her answers to our questions and her beneficial ideas which we plan to utilize this fall.

Alpha chapter served as hostess to the BEs and B Is at State Day held April 17. We were thr'lled to have twelve members from Madison College and eleven from Radford. The day's activities included a buffet luncheon, discussion groups, exchanging of rush skits and songs, entertainment by the Villagers and finally, at our delicious banquet, we were honored by a wonderful speech given by Mrs. Brian Cordle, National Ritual Chairman.

We met again on Sunday morning for coffee and donuts, the pledges topping the entire weekend off with a heartwarming inspirational. We were greatly surprised and pleased by the appearance of an alum, Mrs. Allred, A. She touched us so with her friendliness and sisterhood, that we chose to have her as a M c ther Patroness on May 2. Pins were a lso presented to about twenty mothers this year. The girls remembered their dads with gifts engraved with A "i:.A, a special addition to the day.

The week after the ceremony was designated as Greek Week, a time for emphasis of fraternity participation. We shared a weekend concert, picnic, and a movie with the Hampden-Sydney IFC . Panhellenic Council asked Dr. Beatrice Bland to speak to the Greeks at a special luncheon. The week was successful in that it instilled more Greek enthusiasm and respect on our college campus.

The sounds of the "Fryde Chicken" can still be heard by the Alphas after the Spring Formal. Never have we been so proud of our group as that very special weekend in May. Invitations were printed and sent on to all the beaus. Slater catered a delicious buffet and bar, seniors were each given a red rose and the Alphas once again looked beautiful, including our advisers, Mrs. Kitty Hubbard and Mrs. Candy Dowdy. Sunday afternoon a picnic complete with hot dogs, a band and bts of water activity was held out at Prince Edward Lake.

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Everything was such a success, we intend to make it an annual affair.

The school year terminated with the Senior Send-off Picnic and the pledge party. Each senior, as well as three sophomores who were a lso leaving, received engraved pewter Jefferson cups. The junior class presented the sorority in honor of the senior class a silver candy dish.

The pledges gave the members a lovely wall clock to hang in the chapter room over the television set. Best pledge award was presented to Lynne Hamilton.

-JANET PEARMAN

Alpha Alpha Miami University Oxford, Ohio Winter quarter started off in a "rush" as Alpha Alphas participated in Panhellenic informal winter rush. "Games" parties, including a bowling and a billiard party, were some of the events of rush enjoyed by all. Our architectural survey of Oxford buildings was finished, and we adopted a new Indian boy to help support. January was concluded by initiation ceremonies for new members.

Scholarship awards were presented at a banquet following mttiatwn. The scholarship trophy went to Linda Allen who had a 4.0 average, and the pledge scholarship bracelet was received by Marcia Cox. Alpha Alphas enjoyed a theme party, "Pajama Party," with Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity to begin the month of February. All of the sororities in MacCracken Hall had a progressive dessert. No one stuck to her diet that night! Election of 1971 officers was then held . There was lots of hard work by members to make our annual winter formal dinner dance and formal a success. The theme was "Somehow, Somewhere, Someway," which was carried out in colorful decorations complete with a rainbow and its pot of gold. The fire-up-for-finals party added a light note to the drudgery of studying for finals which ended winter quarter.

As spring approached, spring quarter and informal spring rush began. Rush ended with the gaining of new pledges. Alpha Alphas traveled to Columbus for annual State Day. Alumnae and collegiate members exchanged warm hellos at the luncheon, and everyone joined in to sing afterward. All who attended had a very wonderful time. Initiation ceremonies were again held with a scholarship banquet following. Linda Allen again received the scholarship trophy for her 4.0 average.

The Circle Pin Award for sorority and campus service was shared by Connie Hoover and Debi Hust. The D : > g

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Award for sorority service was shared by Tina Watts and Tobi Kipp. The beautiful weather of spring called for a picnic which was held at Murstein Alumni C enter of Miami University, and this end ed April's activities.

M ay began with the week long events of Greek Wee k.

Alpha Alphas participated in the TKE aquacade swimming meet and the rack race and placed high in both events. Other activities of the week included window splash, trivia bowl, college bowl, and chariot race. Our beautiful candidate for Miss Greek Week was Kam King.

Kam was a great representative of Alpha Alphas. Greek Week activities ended with an awards banquet.

Speaking of awards, Alpha Alphas were showe red with honors this year. Sally Ell iott was tapped for Mortar Board, senior women's honorary. Diane Garver received the Frost Fidelity Award. Linda Allen received the Elizabeth Bird Small Award, and she became a m emb er of Beta Gamma Sigma, business administration honorary, and Combus, women's business honorary. Peggy Seiler and Maureen Kemper were tapped for Spurs, junior women's honorary. Nancy Parezo and Elaine Carlson plan to study in Luxembourg next year under Miami's program of European study. Sue Henry will trave l to London for stud y next year. Marty McLain, Maureen Kemper, and Peggy Seiler are new initiates of Delta Psi Kappa, physical education honorary. Carol Marfut became a member of Psi Chi, psychology honorary.

Tina Watts is a new member of Phi Upsi lon Omicron, home economics honorary. Joyce Diller won a scholarship for being Miami University's outstanding freshman horne eco nomics student. Penny Konves was selected to be a freshmen women's dormitory counselor.

A new addition to the events on Miami's campus was the Program Board Carnival which was held in May. Alpha Alphas had their own booth in which they sold "crazy daisy" balloons. All of the members agreed that it was a unique experience selling the colorful balloo ns.

The carnival was rated a success as people carne from miles around to join in the fun . Anoth er picnic was held at Indian Creek State Park as May end ed .

Alpha Alphas sold balloons at Miami Uni versit)' carnival.

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Alpha Alphas gathered to wrap up a wonderfu l and exciting year with another fire-up-for-finals party, wh ich was the time for summer farewe lls and good luck wishes to graduating seniors Kathy Brewer, Sue Busby, Sandy Dunavent, L ynn Hammond, Kathy Hard, and Connie H oover. Pl ans for fall rush are already we ll underway.

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Th e Panh ellenic R esidence sign is surrounded

by Alpha Betas.

Alpha Beta Northeast Missouri State College Kirksville, Missouri The members of Alpha Beta began th eir spring semes ter on a space trip to a pledge spo nsored Alpha " Odyssey 2001" party. The members were costumed as various famous people would appear in the year 200 I. The evening uncovered horoscopes, an inter-planetary fashi on show, and a delightful meal of the future.

March found the Alpha Betas in a setting of Grecian fountains and columns as the Student Union Ballroom was decorated for the annual Swee theart Dance. The highlight of the eve ning was the crowning of Kay Oberma n as sweetheart and Patsy Redden and Ruth Gabel as attendants.

La ter in March, Cardinal Key initiated new members a t its spring Initia tion Breakfast. Four Alpha Betas were initia ted to this national honor sorority: L ea Ann Broyles, Jane Gevecker, Pat Goeke, and Anne Wilson.

Pat is the new secretary. Spring also saw the Alpha Betas join ing th eir fellow Greeks in a philanthropic picnic for the underpriviledged child ren. Games were played, and, la ter in the afternoon, hamburgers and pepsis were served .

The event ended with the distribution of Easter eggs and a fraternity folk sing.

The spring political scene on campus was both exciting a nd cha llenging as the Alpha Betas supported D ynamo ticket. As this ticket swept all the class offi ces, it swept into offi ce sophomore councilwoman, J a ni e Craft, an d junior councilwoman, Anne Wilson, both Alpha Betas. Another sweeping event was the Miss Kirksville Pageant where the retiring Miss Kirksville, J a n Seals, crowned th e new queen, Alpha Beta Carolyn Smith . This title a ll owed Carolyn to compete in the Miss Missouri Pagea nt in Jul y where Alpha Beta Marcia Mossbarger ended her reign as the 1971 Miss Missouri .

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The Spring selection of fraternity royalty yielded further honors to the Alpha Betas. Cindy Reynolds was chosen the sweetheart of Alpha Kappa Lambda, and Kay Oberman and Carol Timmerman were selected first attendants to the sweethearts of Phi Sigma Epsilon and Tau Kappa Epsilon respectively.

April 17 was the date for the Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri Tri-State Day. This year Alpha Betas were hostess to this annual event. The morning of the 17th revealed an early coffee, a group sing, and opportunities to exchange ideas and develop new thought. After a buffet luncheon, Elaine Schiverdecker, National Rush Chairman, spoke on "The Crisis of the Greek System." The day concluded with entertainment by the Alpha Betas.

The annual Mother-Daughter Tea was held in the Alumni Room of the Student Union in early May. The tea consisted of entertainment, refreshments, and the honoring of each mother with a single crimson rose.

The final note of the year for Alpha Beta chapter was its end-of-the-year picnic at Thousand Hills State Park.

After the members had had their fi ll of roasted hotdogs and marshmallews, they gathered on a dock on the waterfrent and sang Alpha songs.-PAT GoEKE

Alpha Gams had many busy weekends working on various projects. We helped collect for the Heart Fund Drive with the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity February 21, worked hard on April 3, which was clean-up weekend for the community, and April 24 we helped with a car wash which was for the benefit of the Big Indian Scholarship Fund.

University Weekend was the climax of many long weeks of practicing for Greek Sing. A member of Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity arranged "California Dreamin'" for us and one of our new members, Donna Martinelli, did a fantastic job directing us. She was accompanied

by Nancy Vetakis. We wore our red dresses with white pearls which looked quite stunning. The Alpha Gams participated in the basketball tournament, and our stand, sponsored with Kappa Delta Rho fraternity, featured a turtle race. We entered a contestant in the Ugly Man Contest which was for the benefit of the Big Brother-Big Sister Program.

Our last big event of the year was the Senior Banquet.

Parents and friends helped us say farewell to our graduating seniors, who presented a card table set to the sorority.- LINDA NEWCOMER

Alpha Gamma Indiana University of Pennsylvania Indiana, Pennsylvania Alpha Gams began a busy spring semester with an open house for the potential rushees followed by three weekends of formal rush parties. The last weekend we performed skits featuring a genie and her magic ball and the next day one featuring a confused rushee. The final party was decorated with " A "2-A Sweethearts" for Valentine' s Day and we took part in a touching pearl ceremony. All our efforts were greatly rewarded with the lovely pledge class we took. The spring pledge dance was held at Latrobe Country C lub and the decorations centered around the theme "Come Touch the Sun. " A picnic planned for Saturday was rained out. We proudly presented Maureen Wilson with the Ideal Pledge Award.

We are especially proud of one of our members, Carol Soma, who is the recipient of the National Special Edu cation Scholarship. Carol was our former chapter president.

Alpha Cams sang the Sweetheart Song at their senior banquet.

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Beta Beta University of Northern Colorado Greeley, Colorado Spring quarter began with sunny skies and bronzed bodies. Lynda Lily returned after spending winter quarter studying in France. Two Beta Beta members, Kathy Susmilch and Linda Timmins, honored A "2-A by competing in the Miss Colorado Universe Pageant.

An all-Greek dance contest was held in April. Each fraternity and sorority had competitors in dances such as the Charleston, the Funky Chicken, the Jitterbug, and the Polka. Individual costumes added to the wild fun that promoted Greek unity.

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Final preparations were made for our long-awaited Dinner Dance. It was held on April 24 in the beautiful mountain town of Estes Park, Colorado. A fantastic time was had by all. The many rush parties that were held in April proved to be very successful. On May 26 our Mother Patroness Tea was held in our house, as we honored Shari Bowers' mother for her appreciative devotion to Beta Beta. On May 29, graduation day, we had a tea to honor and bid farewell to our graduating seniors.

We had a relaxing, but busy summer, as we prepared for an exciting fall rush.- LESLIE TWEED

Epsilon Epsilon Kansas State Teachers College Emporia, Ka nsas "Efficiency" seems to be the best word that describes the winter-spring semester of Epsilon Epsilon. After being presented the overall National Efficiency Award last summer at National Convention, our chapter has made it a point to strive to be even more efficient in all aspects of sorority life.

One example of this efficiency is being involved in campus affairs. Three of the thirteen girls tapped for Cardinal Key, a senior women's honorary, were Alpha Sigs. They were Joyce Montgomery, president, Paulla Gottess, historian, and Alane Stork, secretary. Along the same lines, four of our sophomores were initiated into another women's honorary, SPURS. These girls were Debbie Jefferies, Janet Kempker, Jill Kirkwood, and Marilyn Duff. Joan Elliot was elected to Alpha Beta, a physical education honorary, and Leslie Lawton was elected to Alpha Theta Rho, an art honorary. Participating in the K.S.T.C.'s student government was another goal of our chapter. Chris Hartman was elected a student senator, and Stephanie Miller, Glena Witt, and Janet Kempker were elected to Student Activities Council.

Valentine's Day Formal at Epsilon Epsilon.

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The efficiency motivation was also seen within our chapter itself. Trying to make a little money, we sponsored a chili supper and a chicken dinner. The Alpha Sigs were left starving when more people showed up than were expected and the food supply ran short. Red hearts and cupids decorated the ballroom where our Valentine's Day Formal was held. This day was especially chosen so that we might honor our exemplerSaint Valentine. Along these social lines, our spring pledges proved that they too were efficient by planning and carrying out the spring informal, a pajama party equipped with little AZ.A teddy bears as party favors.

The school year drew to a close as we held our last fling.

Our big sis-little sis picnic featured a wiener roast, skits, practical jokes, and the senior wills.

Our chapter strived to be efficient in gapping the distance between home and campus. We promptly issued invitations to our moms for Mother's Weekend. After dinner we went our separate ways-bowling, movies, beauty pageants and plays. However, later in the evening we all met at the Pizza Hut for songs and entertainment.

Keeping up the family relations, we also held a Little Sis Weekend and a Little Brother Weekend.

Tri State Day offered us a chance to meet with our fellow members in other states. Ten of us traveled to the Kirksville chapter. After spending the day exchanging ideas, we decided to make a whole weekend of the trip by traveling across the state to the Pittsburg chapter.

We arrived just in time to help them celebrate winning Derby Day. We spent the night on their living room floor and headed back to Emporia the next day. All agreed that it was a worthwhile and exciting weekend.

Many of us spent the summer here at Emporia, attending summer school. We made exciting plans for rush next fa ll.-MARILYN ZIEGLER

Eta Eta Kansas State Colleg e Pittsburg , Kansas The spring semester brought much excitement and activity to the Eta Etas. Our Sweetheart Formal was held at the Tower Ballroom and proved to be a great success.

The announcement of Kathy Bolles as our Sweetheart added to the joy of being together. Riva Coleman was chosen Best Active by the pledges, and the actives chose Sally Elliot as our Ideal Pledge. Kay German received the Frost Fidelity Award, Ruth Ann Coaker received the Elizabeth Bird Small Award, and Brian Smith was our Man of the Year.

The Eta Etas participated in a Heart Fund Drive, and also had a pop bottle drive as a money-making project.

The men of Pi Kappa Alpha lost their house in a fire, so the Eta Etas sold calendars to aid the Pike's Fire Fund.

Apple Day, in commemoration of the founding of the college, brought more honors to the Eta Etas. Brenda Wiedner was chosen Kanza Queen, and Riva Coleman was the second attendant.

The men of Lambda Chi Alpha sponsored a Western Week, featuring a sorority bounty hunt. The Lambda Chis held "kill cards" and the first girl to find a matching kill card got to keep it. The Alphas oJ;>tained the most kill cards and received the first place trophy.

Sigma Chi Derby Day is a favorite of the Eta Etas.

We again won the first place trophy. We are proud of the fact that we have won the first place trophy five times in its six years of existence.

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hellenic treasurer. Pi Kappa Alpha chose Riva Coleman as their Dream Girl. Pam Eads was chosen Sigma Tau Gamma White R ose Queen. Donn Colyer, our candidate, was chosen Ugly Man on Campus. Cindy Littlepage is a cheerleader for 1971 -72. Kathy Urankar and Brenda Wiedner were chosen Student Senators. Kathy was a lso elected to Golden Crest. Kay German C lark was an Outstanding Woman at the AWS Honors Banquet.

Charliss Dellasega, Carole Beth Cukjati, D iane Y encic, Denise Hamm, and Becky Ossana were tapped as CWENS, sophomore honorary.-LINDA WRETMAN

Nu Nu Drexel University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Lambda Chi Western Week first place trophy went to Eta Eta.

A sorority softball tournament was sponsored by T au Kappa Epsilon. Amid bumps and bruises, the Alphas took third place. The Phi Sig Follies are a collection of skits and talent involving the Greek organizations on campus. Our efforts were worthwhile, as our skit was well-received by the audience. The Alphas also won first place in the Pi Kappa Alpha Greek Gass for 100% attendance.

A scholarship banquet was held in the spring. The grades of all members were averaged. Those individua ls whose average was above the sorority average ate steaks, and those below the average ate hamburgers.

In honor of the graduating seniors, the sorority held a breakfast. The seniors were presented with ceramic mugs with their name, graduation date, and the Alpha crest on them. The seniors then presented their will to the chapter. The breakfast was followed by a .pi t party.

Besides the sorority honors, many individuals received honors. Sharon Kuehn was third runner-up in the Miss Pittsburg State Pageant. Brenda Rua was chosen Pan-

Eta Etas enter Sigma Chi Derby Day.

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The election of new offi cers for Nu Nu chapter started spring term with busy a nd exciting activities. Both members and pledges had the honor of a visit from A"i:.A National President, Mrs. George Linton on April 3rd.

The Nu Nus then enjoyed an informal spring rush.

We thought this small get together succeeded in helping us meet new girls on a casual level. Everyone seemed to enjoy herself.

Pennsylvania State Day, April 17, was the site of enjoyment and fun for several members who made their way from Philadelphia to beautiful Hershey.

The high light of spring term most certainly was spring dinner dance. A cccktail party, dining and dancing made everyone's evening very pleasant.

Parents' tea, honors day, initiation of pledges, senior banquet honoring our graduating seniors, plans for summer meetings, and trips to the shore ended our term as a huge success- SHARON GoRMAN

Phi Phi Northwest Missouri State Maryville , Missouri Spring rush really paid off for the Phi Phis as we pledged one of the greatest classes ever.

In February we celebrated at our informal dance, and later we held a formal banquet- a great success, especially with our dates.

At Joe Toker Daze, Northwest Missouri 's spring weekend, we had 'em waiting in line for an Alpha back rub.

Two Phi Phis, Sue Kroeger and Jana Milbank, were named finalists in the Miss Maryville pageant.

Several members pledged honorary fraternities. Lynda Jacobsen, Becky Gillispie, Donna Fisher, and Linda Wiles were selected for Kappa Delta Pi, the education fraternity. Donna Fisher and Becky Gillispie were chosen for membership in Kappa Omicron Pi, home economics group ; Sue Swaney pledged Pi Delta Epsilon, journalism fraternity ; and Carol McFarland was named to Pi Omega Pi, business society.

Mary Hamilton, Donna Fisher, and Bev Calloway were chosen for Embers, campus women's honorary group . Diana Hutchings and Vickie Gillispie were selected "Coed of the Month" by the group. Two Phi Phis, Linda Keller and Donna Fisher, were named to the National Sorority Hall of Fame.

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Cindy Furst was crowned Phi Sigma Epsilon sweetheart, and Pat Castello was sweetheart of Sigma Tau Gamma. Gassy Funk, a graduating senior whose Donald Duck voice and gazelles in the annex will always be remembered, was voted Alpha Sigma Alpha sweetheart.

The Phi Phis had a busy summer planning for fall rush, as well as trave ling to ELEVEN members' weddings! - SuE SwANEY

Chi Chi Ball State University Muncie, Indiana "We're Number One!" With the above chant, the Chi Chis rushed head-long into a non-stop spring quarter. With an act entitled "From Nothing to Something" and much hard work the Chi Chis teamed with Beta T heta Pi, Sigma Pi, Sigma Tau Gamma, Sigma Kappa Alpha, and Sigma Sigma Sigma to win first p lace in the T heta X i All Greek Variety Show. O ur Sigma Chi D erby D ay duck, H onolulu Lulu, continued the winning tradi tion by taking first place for his Hawaiian costume.

State Day found the Chi Chis trave ling to Indianapolis for a busy and fun -fi lled day with Alpha Sigma Alphas from all over the state. Many new friendships were made that day. Another fun -fi lled day found members entertaining their parents at the annual Parents' Banquet, after which a tea was held in the suite. Spring quarter also found us enjoying senior banquet, a time of prophesies, poems by little sis', laughter, wills, and, of course, the inevitable tears.

Spring rush came early in the quarter and a llowed us to welcome new pledges into our hearts. T he pledges were surprised by a fun night, after which they received pillows and paddles from their big sis' and invitations to their initiation ceremony at 6 A.M. the next morning.

The quarter concluded with Spring R etreat at the Theta Chi house during which plans were formulated for next year; the selection of next year's sorority suits; a theme for our Homecoming float; and singing around the candle. The Chi Chis closed the suite for the summer with good-byes a nd h igh hopes for a fun -fi lled sum路 mer and activity-filled fa ll.-NORMA T OMKINSON

Beta Delta University of Southern Mississippi Ha ttiesburg, Mississippi "Give Full Measure." T hroughout our pledgeship these words ring in our ears as we strive to become dedi cated members of a great sorority. All the Beta D eltas have learned their motto well as a pledge and have lived that motto throughout the spring quarter of 1971.

March carne in like a lion as excitement filled the hearts of each Beta D elta member. Alpha Week began spring quarter as our initiates-to-be anticipated the special event. A skating party, an "Easter" party, a scavenger hunt, a picnic, and sorority church were just a few of the activities enjoyed by all. T he annual Miss S:>uthern pageant was a major part of the week since our own Debbie Gregory was selected third a lternate to Miss Southern. Next on the agenda for spring quarter was our Spring Formal held on April 3, 1971 , at the

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Beaver Lake Country Club in Purvis, Mississippi. The dance was a great success because of the entertainment of "Mississippi Rain" and was a wonderful welcome for the beautiful month of April. As the month progressed , the Beta Deltas enjoyed other activities. On April 17 the Beta Deltas had the privilege of hosting their annual State Day. The chapter room was truly beautiful as Alpha Sig-ma Alphas made and renewed friendships and enjoyed the company of each other. The banquet was held at Wagon Wheel Restaurant in Hattiesburg, and Dr. Walter Yarrow spoke on "Today's Woman ." The following day the Beta Deltas held their parent-daughter banquet. This event has always been very special to our members, for at this time we may let our parents share in some of the love we feel all year. The local awards were presented at this time. Afterwards the parents were invited to the chapter room for coffee. On April 21 all the Beta Deltas were present for an authentic Hawaiian luau rush party. The chapter room was a beauti ful sight as all enjoyed the occasion. Greek Week was the next event on the calendar. Beta Deltas are proud to say they placed third in Greek games. On May 12 the Hattiesbur~ alums entertained the Beta Deltas with a picnic. Although it rained that day, our picnic was still a success in the cozy surroundings of our own chapter room. At this time the alums presented an award to .Tudv C lark , our past president, for outstanding service to Beta Delta chapter. The month of Mav a lso brought the Miss Hattiesburg pageant. The Beta Deltas are very proud this year of two of their members, Sarah Tompkins and Debbie Gregory, who entered the Miss Hattiesburg pageant. We are proud to announce that Sarah, our new president, is now the new Miss Hattiesburg for 1971 - 1972 while Debbie is first alternate. Alpha Sig cheers could be heard for miles as the judges announced their decision .

Beta D elta chapter cou ld not let sprin .~ quarter pass by without listing a few of her honors. Phi Delta R ho, a senior honorary, tapped Leah Chambers, Pat Field, and Tornmve Corley. Cwens, a sophomore honorary, initiated Viki Saul, secretary, Gail Lucas, and Becky Perkins. On Honors Day, Anita Howell received the Panhellenic Pledge Scholarship. Beta Delta chapter won the spirit award for spring quarter and the Black-Gold game.

Pat Field, J udy Clark, Beckie Monroe, Jo Ann Klein, and Becky Askew are members of Who's Who I n American Colleges and Universities. Kappa Delta Pi, an education honorary, initiated Nancy Jabour and Leah H ill.

Leah H ill a lso received the Wilma Wi lson Sharp Scholarship. We are especially proud of Jo Ann Klein, who is now a member of USM Hall of Fame .

"Give Full Measure." Yes, Beta Deltas learned well their motto as pledges and shall continue to live it for many years to come.-LEAH HILL

Beta Epsilon Madison College Harrisonburg, Virginia Once exams were finished, Beta Epsilon members headed into the spring semester with active spirits. Election of new officers was held, and these officers led in the many upcoming events.

Open bids were first on the list, and as soon as these girls were pledged, plans for the first freshmen rush began. Rush parties were teary and fun , and in March BE welcomed more new girls.

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In March, Panhellenic sponsored a Greek dinner-dance, and good times were had by all Alpha Sigs present. Also during March, we had our Philanthropic Project-an Easter party for the special education class and the speech and hearing clinic here on campus. The egg hunt and other games caused excitement for both children and BEs participating. We were pleased to welcome Paula Cyrus, National Field Representative, during March. Six days of teas, coffee hours, a picnic, and exchanges of ideas made a lasting friendship. Longwood College in Farmville, Virginia, hosted State Day, and many BEs joined in fellowship and enjoyment with the other Alpha Sigs.

Greek Week was a big event during April, and BE was an active participant. A Greek sing, games, contests, and a parade were some of the many events. The week closed with members entertaining famil ies and friends for the weekend in " A"LA Family Affair."

May brought the initiation of our pledges. Welcome to the happy world of A"LA sisterhood! Even though the weather was chilly, members spent the night in a nearby cabin. That weekend the underclassmen tearfully said their farewells to the seniors at the traditional Senior Breakfast. May also brought our spring open house. It was a great success as a large crowd attended.

- LYNN BAUER

Beta Zeta Janice Carlisi presents a check to the Johnny Scott Rehabilitation Center director.

Beta Zeta chapter joined the alumnae chapter in Houston, Texas, for their first State Day. We divided into groups and discussed topics of how to organize an alum group; obligations of collegiates on leaving school; and the relationship between collegiate and alumnae chapters.

We also had the privilege of meeting our National President, the very charming Mrs. George Linton.

In May, we participated in the Raven Olympics, the proceeds of which went to the Cancer Society. We placed first in the games and won a trophy and $300 cash. The chapter returned the money to the Cancer Society to be used for research. -] ESSIE WAscoM

Beta Eta Dickinson Stat e College Dickinson, North Dakota

Beta Epsilon members enjoy a rush party.

Beta Zeta University of Southwestern Louisiana Lafayette, Louisiana The spring semester was a busy and a happy one for the Alpha Sigs on the campus of the University of Southwestern Louisiana. We held our annual philanthropic fund raising dance in February. The proceeds of the dance went toward helping the mentally retarded children in the Lafayette area.

The Beta Zetas planned and gave a tea to the sorority which held the highest scholastic average. We also gave a tea for our alums to promote stronger relationships among our collegiate members and alums.

Our spring formal was exciting and enjoyable. One of our members gave a champagne dinner before the formal.

After the dinner, the dance was held at the Rowntowner Motor Inn with music by Manndrake.

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Beta Eta' s 1971 Sweetheart Ball on February 13, was an extra special day for two senior girls. The secret ballot voting for Sweetheart ended in a tie and Pam Nordquist and LaVonne Thorson became the first CoSweethearts in Beta Eta's history. The theme of this year's formal was "Where is Love" and was depicted by scenes from different countries giving ideas of "where love is."

"Sail into spring with A"LA" was the theme of our informal rush party March 15. Rushees were presented with green and yellow sailboat nametags, get-acquainted games were played, and refreshments were served at the close of the party. Several enthusiastic girls pledged to "sail along."

Service to the community and campus was stressed during March and April. A"LA defeated the Delta Zetas at a basketball game for the benefit of the Heart Fund ; Beta Eta helped collect a record amount of money for the Cancer Drive; members volunteered as ushers for a college production and served as pages for the Model United Nations; and the girls of Beta Eta entertained the mentally retarded children with games and refreshments at an afternoon party. DSC's music department sponsored "Hilltop Holiday," a variety show, and eight A"LA girls performed a chorus line dance routine in "Bunny Girl" ou tfits.

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Special honors were awarded A'2.A members at DSC. Peg Zander and Rosie Schulte were elected to the Student Senate. Peg was also elected 1971 Homecoming Princess by the student body, and Paulette Piloski was chosen TKE Sweetheart for 1971-72.

Field R epresentative Linda Wyrick was the guest of Beta Eta May 2-10. This was "Savage Massacre Week" and Linda was entertained with a Tug-of-War, attended a concert, and was the guest of honor at a reception.

Beta Eta's alums were a lso active spring quarter. They raised money and entertained at a Wig and Hairstyle Show and were hostesses at an informal dinner party for collegiate members.

The annual Alpha Sigma Alpha Founders' Day Banquet was held at the Congress Inn on May 15. This year commemorated the 30th year of Beta Eta's existence on the campus of DSC. It is the oldest Greek organization at the college. Our alums and patronesses were honored guests at the banquet.-Rosm ScHULTE

Greek Week also gave the Beta Thetas a chance to enjoy the friendships within the Greek system at Central Michigan University. Instead of encouraging competition, this year's Greek Week stressed unity. Events included a Greek picnic, community project, a canoe trip, and a few fun sports. Sue VanOtteran was chairman of the annual Panhellenic Ball. She successfully organized all the sororities and presented all the pledges to the Greek system.

Perhaps the event most looked forward to is the Spring Houseparty. This year it was held at Crystal Lake in northern Michigan. Marcia Cieslak and Nancy Lindenberg made the arrangements for the get-away weekend just before finals started.

Our last activity of the year was senior farewell, a time of sadness mixed with happiness. Our seniors received necklaces this year as a parting gift. Several awards were also announced: D onna Wilson was the graduating Greek with the highest grade point, Sue Kasson won the Jarret award for devotion and loyalty to Beta Theta, and Sue Fritz won the Judy Morris award for the best active.- NANCY HALMHUBER

Beta Iota Radford College Radford, Virginia

Beta Eta Sweethearts Pam Nordquist and LaVonne Thorson with their dates at the Sweetheart Formal.

Beta Theta Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, Michigan Spring semester found the Beta Thetas under the direction of new officers. Despite the minor problem of officer transition, these girls successfully led us through spring rush. Rush Chairman, Missy McGrath, carefully organized three thematic rush parties based on Raggedy Ann, our mascot, R oaring 20's, and A'2.A Garden of Dreams. During the busy rushing days National Field Representative Paula Cyrus visited us and offered helpful suggestions. Paula also came with us on a ski trip.

After rush the Beta Thetas participated in many campus activities. Lambda Chi Kidnap D ay was one exciting event. When our president Kristen Evans was kidnapped we had to collect canned goods to pay her ransom. The canned goods were then given to needy families in the area.

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Spring quarter at Radford brought many activities for Beta Iota. The winter pledge class started things off with their social function, which was a surprise "Come As You Are" party held in the chapter room at 9: 30 p.m ., March 3 1, 1971. On Easter Sunday, several members worked with Panhellenic in sponsoring an Easter Egg Hunt for faculty and townspeople's children. April 17 saw us traveling to Alpha chapter at Longwood College, Farmville, Virginia, for A'2.A State Day. The weakend was filled with meetings, entertainment, and a devotional experience, and was beneficial in strengthening A'2.A friendships. The Panhellenic banquet was held Wednesday, Apri l 21, at which new officers were installed. J ody Trenary, Beta Iota's senior rep resentative, took over the office of president.

The end of April brought the initiation of new members on April 26 and the pinning of new pledges on April 28. Two Beta Iotas, Carol Sease and Clancy Knight, provided musical entertainment for the Panhellenic Faculty T ea on April 29. May 1 and 2 brought May D ay Weekend to Radford, and Beta Iota was honored to have eleven members as May Court representatives. These girls were Becky Carver, Kathy Hauser, Sharon Majette, Billie Sue Cundiff, Sylvia Evans, Sherry Kendall, Jody Trenary, Lois Weaver, Cindy Corbin, Tammy Sanchez-Pena, and Susie Whitlow. On Sunday, May 2, Beta Iota added eight new mother patronesses in the Mother Patroness ceremony.

Alpha Week, May 10- 15, coincided with Greek Week this year at Radford, and a busy one it was! A major activity was the selection of "secret buddies" for the week, and all the B Is joined in the fun and excitement of delivering and receiving secret gifts. Tuesday, May 11, the Beta Iotas joined the other Radford Greeks in a Sport Day at which A'2.A beat Tri-Sigma in a softball game. Wednesday night we met at Mrs. Einstein's home, our adviser, for a cook-out and our regular business meeting. Panhellenic Garden Parties were held Thursday ;

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and the All-Greek dinner was Friday night, at which one of our members, Peggy Houff, received the award for Best All-Round Greek. Cabin parties on Saturday climaxed the week. Spring quarter was rounded out for Beta Iota with our Legacy Party on May 24, and our traditional Senior Send-Off on May 26.

Many Beta Iotas have been honored this spring. Besides our eleven May Court representatives, six of our members were named to Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities: Cris Anderson, Chris Geraci, Marie Smoot, Sandy Thweatt, J oan Weaver, and Lois Weaver. We have a lso two Outstanding Seniors, Eleanore Lewis and Tammy Sanchez-Pena. Several members have recently been tapped for honor societies: Sylvia Evans, Sigma Tau Delta, English honorary ; Sue Felton and Chris Geraci, Pi Gamma Mu, social science honorary; Char lee Beth Martin, Kappa Delta Pi, education honorary ; Sandy Thweatt, Omicron Nu, home economics honorary ; and J oan Weaver, Pi Omega Pi, business honorary.- CHRISTINE GERACI

Beta Lambda State College of Arkansas Conway, Arkansas The spring semeste r of 1971 served to stir many of the Beta Lambda members into a scurry of activities.

Pledges were initiated earlier in the semester. A Valentine Dance was sponsored by the Alpha Sigs and decorations were used that centered around the theme "The King and Queen of Hearts. " In March the Beta Lambdas featured as a moneymaking project on campus "A Man for All Seasons ."

Boys supported by different organizations and fraternities on campus competed . It was very successful and plans have been made for it to be an annua l event.

A rummage sale was the next event on our calendar.

The money we received from selling "odds and ends" from our basements or attics was placed in our philanthropic fund.

Kathy Myrick was elected secretary to the Panhellenic Council, and Ginger Burkett was initiated into Gamma Beta Phi, an honorary society. Darla Rye, a pledge, won a clothing race at the annual Theta-Xi R odeo and received a trophy. Va lerie Francis won a scholarship in Special Education, her major.

State Day was held at SCA by the Beta Lambdas for Arkansas' Alpha Sigs. Our featured speaker was Mrs. George Malone. We had an impressive representation of members from Henderson College.

A St. Patrick's Day Party was held in honor of our Field Representative Miss Linda Wyrick. Later in May a Mother's Day Prog ram was held. We had a large participation of parents and members at the church service, special dinner in the cafeteria, and the program afterwards with presentation of special awards to different members. The res t of the semester was devoted to exams and plans for the summer.-LisA WILLIAMS

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Beta Mu Henderson State College Arkadelph ia, Arkansas The spring semester left many memones and honors for the Beta Mus. As the semester progressed the Beta Mus grew. We initiated several new members, and we have some pledges not yet initiated. During Greek Week at Henderson the Alpha Sigs were very active. We participated in the song fest and all of the games, some of which we won.

All five sororities and some of the fraternities on campus participated, so it was an enjoyable week.

The Alpha Sigs are proud of the many honors earned and received by their members. Jan Retherford, a graduating senior and past treasurer, was selected Miss HSC. ; Mary Jane Attwood was chosen Phi Sigma Epsilon Sweetheart and Red die cheerleader; Lynne Burke is also a cheerleader; and A"2.A s Susan Nark, Jan Retherford, and Carol Born were selected to Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities.

In March we held our annual Parent-Daughter Banquet and installation of officers at the Continental Inn. It was a p leasing success. We also attended State Day with the Beta Lambdas at State College of Arkansas, where we discussed such topics as rush, sisterhood, and money raising.

Our summer workshop was held in Hot Springs, where we planned some new and exciting things for our fall rush.-BECKY HARDIN

Beta Nu Murray State University Murray, Kentucky The Alpha Chi pledge class spent their walkout fr om the Beta Nu chapter to the National Headquarters of A "2.A in Springfield, Missouri. The pledges toured Headquarters and spent many enjoyable -hours with the Beta Sigma collegiates, who are students of Southwest Missouri State College . It was a trip about which the Alpha Chis are still talking.

In order to add some extra money to the treasury the Beta Nus decided to organize a traveling bake sale.

All sorts of baked goods were made and sold to fraterni ties and to students in dormitories. It was a terrific way to meet new people and to earn money all at the same time.

The Beta Nus are very proud of those members who were candidates in the Student Government Organization elections on Murray State Campus. Celia Simmons was elected sophomore representative and Patti Elias was elected senior class treasurer. Donna Shirley ran for junior class treasurer and lost only by a small margin.

Immediately after the election returns the Beta Nus headed over to the Murray State gym to give their support to member Ethel Howlett, who was to try out for cheerleader. Wh en she was announced to be cheerleader alternate, the Beta Nus could not help but sing out a Razzle Dazzle Dalpha for Alpha Sigma Alpha.

The week before Easter the members gave a surprise Easter Party for the pledges. The pledges had to hunt for their Easter baskets and gifts that were given to them by their big sisters and Alpha Angels. Everyone enjoyed singing Easter and sorority songs and eating lots of chocolate eggs and jelly beans.-BRENDA HAYDEN

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Beta Rho Northern Illinois University DeKalb, Illinois Beta Rho is proud of another prosperous and rewarding semester last spring. We participated in Winter Carnival with the men of Delta Upsilon fraternity. We took second place in the Broom Hockey competition. We won a second medal by finishing second again in the roller skating races. Shelia Gershon was the D elta Upsilon Winter Carnival Queen candidate.

After a lot of hard work, practice, and enthusiasm, May Fete, the biggest event of the year, turned out to be an overall success for us this year. Our pledges practiced for weeks before they took first place in the pajama race competitiOn. Another first place was won by our tug team. Alpha Sigma Alpha was named All-Greek Tug Champs.

ful hints. We reaJiy appreciate a JI the work th y put into the very worthwhile day.

One of our philanthropic projects this year was to take about forty socially deprived children fr om th e area bowling at the Student Center and afterwards on a picnic. We invited another sorority on campus to participate in this project with us. We judged it to be an ove rall success.- KAR EN RI LEY

We are a lso very proud of Cynthia Burnett, a m ember of the NIU Gymnastics team, who placed first on the balance beam in the Illinois State gymnastics meet.

Dancing Dollies perform at Beta Rho rush party.

Beta Sigma Southwest Missouri State College Springfield, Missouri

Beta Rhos dressed for a formal party.

Congratulations go out to many of our members for their accomplishments during this past semester. J odi Knudson was appointed All-School Greek Week Chairman for the fall, because of her work on the Panhellenic Council. Anneliese Millich was elected president of AIESEC, the international business fraternity. This is a great honor for her and we are very proud of her.

Also, congratulations to Pat Clancey for making the Porn Pon Squad again this year. Several of our members received awards and honors for their scholastic achievements. Claudia Grant was given the honor of being a Student Marshall at graduation because she has earned a 3.9 grade point to date. This is one of the highest grade points in the junior class. Delta Phi D elta, the art honors society, invited D enise Peterson to join their ranks.

The members of Beta Rho wou ld like to express their gratitude to the women of West Suburban Alumnae Association for the lovely time we all had at State Day, which was held at Marshall Fields in Oakbrook. We returned to our chapter with a lot of good ideas and help-

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Spring was a busy and fun-filled tim e for the members of the Beta Sigma chapter. The year's biggest event, the Swee theart Formal, was held on February 12 in the ballroom of the Colonial Hotel with a dinner preceding the dance at Rain es Hereford House. Winnie Wylie was crowned Alpha Sigma Alpha Sweetheart for 1971 .

D ebbie Simon was crowned Miss Missouri Ski Queen at Tan-Tar-A R esort and was named second runner-up to the new Miss SMS. Susan Scholz was one of the five finalists for the yearbook queen, and Tina Chasteen and Sandy Shultz were named to Who's Who in American Colleges and Uni versities. Terri Neil was named the new Sigma Pi Sweethea rt, Nancy Sublett was chosen Sigma Tau Gamma White Rose Queen, and Winnie Wylie was on the court of the Phi Sigma Epsilon spring formal .

We went on a fund-raising drive for CARE with Sigma Pi fraternity and were serenaded by Sigma Phi Epsilon when one of our members, Susan Vida, became engaged to a Sig Ep .

In May we partici pated in the Greek games during Greek Week and nominated Cinda Sisk and Winnie Wylie for Greek Woman of the Year . During Spring Weekend, we had terrific success with our money-making project of selling popsicles on "Gentle Friday." Our last event of the year was a somewhat sad but fun event, as we honored graduating seniors with a pizza party after our last meeting of the year.- GWEN CAMPBELL

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Beta Upsilon Indiana State University Terre Haute, Indiana The spring semester for the Beta Upsilons was a busy one. The semester started off with a retreat at Allendale Lodge on February 5. Spring rush began soon after, and on February 17 new pledges were taken.

Also in February, Mary Ann Herbst was installed as Panhellenic president with Gail Heidorn as alternate.

Conne Morris and Ginny Murray tied as the chapter's ideal sorority woman.

There were several trade parties in the spring for the Beta Upsilons. The Theta Xis of Rose-Hulman Institute held a dance, and Triangle fraternity at R ose-Hulman had a paint party. One room was papered, and lit only by a black light. Fluorescent paint was then used to decorate it. Phi Gamma Delta also of R ose-Hulman, created a Treasure Hunt where couples were given a map to follow to discover a buried treasure. The Kappa Delta Rhos from Purdue hosted a trade weekend with a party on Saturday evening and brunch the following Sunday.

The annual St. Valentine's Day Dinner was given by the alumnae on February 19. Slides from rush parties were shown, and the chapter sang songs for the alumnae.

The alumnae hosted a Bee-Line fashions style show in March, and the BYs attended State Day in Indianapolis on March 27. Cassie Major received the Ruby East Award, a chapter award for the outstanding member of Beta Upsilon, in honor of Beta Upsilon's first initiate.

The following Sunday was a go-to-church at the Unitarian Universalist Society.

As a money-making proj ec t in April the chapter had a car wash and on April 30 - May 1 Mrs. Weldon J. Winter visited Beta Upsilon. Also on May 1 was the annual Golden Gateways Ball.

Beta Upsilon pledge adviser Diane Lucas, her husband, and Mary Lee Sch weickhart enjoy th e Golden Gateways Ball.

During Spring Week at Indiana State University, the chapter participated in Songfest and under the direction of Dawn Andersen sang "Poor Man Lazrus. " The same weekend the chapter paired with Sandison, a men's residence hall and participated in the annual Tandem Bike Race.

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May 10 BY started a series of spring rush parties and took summer pledges on May 19. Spring pledges were initiated on May 23.

The anual senior picnic was held May 22 and the women participated in a 14-mile canoe trip from Shades to Turkey Run State Park. Seniors were honored and given sterling silver goblets as gifts.

The BY year ended with a philanthropic project. The women participated in a city-wide drive for multiple sclerosis.-Susv RErs

Beta Phi Stout State University Menomonie, Wisconsin Second semester began a fun-filled, busy season for the Beta Phis. A new slate of officers was elected in February, followed shortly by the year's second pledge class . . . a group with extraordinary ambition and sparkle.

A willing group, they are sincere friends and thoughtful sisters.

Stunt Night, an annual variety show sponsored by a local fraternity, Phi Omega Beta, was again entered by our chapter. The skit, entitled "A Smile Is" and entered in the most beautiful category, featured vocal soloist Mary Ellen McArdle. We received a well earned third place trophy, and Mary walked off with the Outstanding Individual Talent Award.

Our traditional Sadie Hawkins Week also filled our busy schedule. A new innovation, a "Name That Tune Contest," captured the limelight in the union, with hits from the 1950's and 1960's, but reached its peak at the concluding dance on Saturday evening. It seems nothing can quite ma-tch the fun and excitement of naming old tunes except dancing to them.

Two outstanding senior members received significant honors. J ane Wells, a go-getter and participater, received th e Elizabeth Bird Small Award. Jane, a very ambitious, capable worker, has helped the sorority a great deal.

Mary J edrezjewski, another of Be-ta Phi's outstanding seniors, deserves special attention. She has also been active in numerous campus organizations, and this year was selected as a finalist in the "Best Dressed Girl on Campus" contest, received the coveted Medallion Award, claimed the Frost Fidelity Award, and will proudly represent Alpha Sigma Alpha as a National Field Representative this coming year.

The annual formal dinner dance was held on a warm spring evening at River's Edge in Somerset, Wisconsin, and proved to be a gala all-weekend affair. Margie Wickert, another one of Beta Phi's outstanding girls to graduate, was named the Senior Sweetheart.

Senior Hum was last on our busy agenda for the school year, with all the little sisses of the graduating seniors making up songs to show their love and appreciation.

Another event-filled year has passed, but Beta Phi will look forward to the coming year with undaunted anticipation.-DIANNE TRENGEN

Beta Psi Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, Michigan The new year of 1971 swung Beta Phi into a fast revolving formal rush of many get-togethers and parties.

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lend a hand . With the conclusion of these activities we were moved into a semester of continuous open rush.

Social functions such as our Sweetheart D a nce on Valentine's Day, our annual M om's D ay luncheon, being hostesses for State Day and Se nior Farewell fill ed up our semester.

Many of our members were honored in various ways this past semester. Ann Watt, president, was chosen for Who's Who in Frat ernities and Sororities, Panhellenic's outstanding senior in sorority and will be serving as Panhellenic's treasurer for he r second year. Pam Brott was tapped for M ortar Board and was the recipient of the City Panhellenic Schola rship. Pam M cC arth y was chosen as a member of Water Sprites, Western's synchronized swimmers. D eb H entschel an d Laura Plichta became members of Kappa Delta Pi, education honorary.

We are also very proud of Barb J ohnston, who will be serving in her second year as a National Field R epresentative.-CrNDY HuBBARD

Gamma Beta Wisconsin State University Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Senior Gamma Betas recei ved gifts at the farewell picnic.

Senior picni c was the fin a le of a great semeste r. All the seniors received souvenir photo a lbums, an d we all relived a lot of wonderful memories.

Individu al Gamma Betas also figured in campus and community news. Chris J ohnson and Judy Caldwell were 2nd and 3rd runners-up, respective ly, in the Miss Steve ns Poin t contest. Chris a lso received the Miss Congeniality Award. Dianne J ens was inducted into the Associated Women Students H onorary Society, and J eanette K elch was honored by rece1vmg the M ary Turner Gallagher Award.- D ONNA FROME

Second semester started out with a bang as we Gamma Betas channeled our energies toward Winter Carnival games and rush parties. Both proved gigantic successes.

Our skills in hog calling, volleyball, and log sawing helped us to capture the 1st place trophy in the women's di vision of Winter Carnival, and our rush parties introduced to ou r chapter several new pledges.

The dreary month of March was brightened by a visit from our sisters, the Beta Phis from Stout. They traveled to Point on a bus rented jointly with the Sigma Phi Epsilon social fraternity. The Sig Eps and Alpha Sigs from Point played host a t a party at the Sig Ep house. We Gamma Zeta all enjoyed the opportunity to meet new fri ends and University of Arkansas at Monticello get to know old ones better.

College Heights, Arkansas Other parties of the semester included a St. Pat's D ay bash with the Siasefi ' s, a local group, and pledge exSpring closed an exciting year of act1v1tJes for the changes with the Phi Sigs and the TKEs. Gamma Zetas. In the fall, we were pleased to have eight The annual formal , sponsored by Panhellenic C ouncil, of our members selected for Who's Who I n American highlighted the April calendar of events. The dance, Colleges and Uni versities. At H omecoming in the winter, at which the spring pledges of all the sororities on camwe were represented by three Homecoming maids. This pus were formally introduced, was held at the H oliday spring we were p leased to have two campus fa vorites, Inn. The Gamma Betas and their d ates enjoyed the one chee rleader, a nd two sweethearts. evening wh ich included dinner, pre- and p ost-parties.

Those chosen for Who's Who I n American Colleges The annual canoe race sponsored by a campus fra- and Uni ve rsities were Christy Bordeaux, Sherry Ba tes, ternity gave us a chance to show off ou r paddling abi l- T onia Brunetti, Linda H opper, Linda L eek, Ginger Tarity-or lack of it. We took second place, but it was a ve r Poole, Nancy R au ls Lott, and Barbara Byrd. long, wet trip for several AL.A sportsmen wh o lost their Cheryl C ouey, J an is J ones, and K are n Jarratt were sense of balance early in the trip. freshmen, sophomore, and se nior maids at H omecoming.

Linda Wyrick, our National Field R epresentative, visLinda H opper, our past president, was selected as the ited with us late in April. At the end of the week she Theta Xi fraternity 's Sweetheart. Vadis H a rgis was se~ traveled with us to Wisconsin State Day in Milwaukee. lected as the Sweetheart of our brother fratern ity, Phi We enjoyed exchanging ideas with both Linda and other Lambda Chi. Wisconsin AL.As. Judy Bates, presiden t, wi ll represent the Alpha Sigs as In May we initiated new members and enjoyed a ban- one of the Weevil cheerleaders. These wi ll be the first quet which our parents also attended . Carol Shimeta cheerleaders to represent A & M after our merger, July 1, received the Ideal Pladge Award and Sue Peterson the with the University of Arkansas.

Pledge Scholarship Award.

The Gamma Zetas will li ve in a new college next year.

A sunny May day and a pontoon boat on the Wis- They will be attending the University of Arkansas at consin River were the time and place of our spring date Monticello instead of Arkansas A & M. Linda H opper and Lou L yon were selected Campus party. The boat, equipped wi th rock band, docked at an island for lunch and swimming- for those brave Favorites by the student body in the spring elections. enough or unfortunate enough to end up in the icy These we announced at the annual Valentine's D ay river.

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Gamma Z eta gives an appreciation party for their adviser.

This spring A & M 's Gamma Zetas worked with their brother fraternity, Phi Lambda Chi, and the Dames Club on a campus beautification project. The Phi Lambs and the Alpha Sigs planted grass along the median entering th e coll ege.

We also worked in coordinati on with the Pine Bluff Jaycees to ob tain a kidney machine for southeast Arkansas. At the prese nt time, Little R ock has the only kidney machine. We worked with the J aycees by collecting General Mills C oupons. These coupons路 were to be exchanged for m oney to buy a kidney machine .

The theme for our informal rush party was "Bourbon Street Alpha Style." We had our entertainme nt room arranged like a sidewalk cafe. We cove red card tables with red checkered tabl ecloths. Everyone sat in black chairs. The members came in a Mardi Gras style of dress.

Sadie Hawkins Day was enjoyed by all of the clubs on campus. The Alpha Sigs placed second overall in the women's even ts. The Women's R ecreational Association placed first. The cos tumes were as differen t and as creative as always. Events of the d ay were co nclud ed by a dance in the Armory.

We enjoyed meeting our members' mothers at our annual M other and Daughter Banquet. This year it was held in the private dining room.

Summer workshop was the last weekend of June. This gave us a chance to see one another during the long summer months and to plan our fall rush and moneyma king projects.- BETH THUR MAN

Gamma Eta Pennsylvania State University University Park, Pennsylvania With the addition of a winter pledge class we also welcomed a new tradition-choosing Phoenixmen . These are friends who are especiall y dear to us and whom we make a part of our AL.A family. This year's Phoenixmen are Bill Comerford ( A TQ ), Bob J ones ( Kt. P ) , and R oy Park ( n KA ).

Spring term brought much activity to the chapter and our social calendar was packed. A new rush program was put into effect so that there was informal, open rush all term and formal rush once a year beginning fall term.

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W e were all enthusiastic after a rush workshop was condu cted at a University-owned cabin. We welcomed new AL.As and also two new advisers, Miss Donna Preskitt, Physical Education instructor at Penn State, and Betsy Wheeler Sommers, alumna of Gamma Eta. Besides bringing new faces to us, spring term meant bon voyage to Linda Kuruc, participating in the study abroad program in France. Linda missed a lot of fun not seeing our five-man team entered in the Phi Psi 500 compe tition. Although they lost, an enjoyable time was had by all. We did, however, pull a third place award in the Penn State Annual Dairy Exposition Milking Contest with ou r expert milkers Dede Neilson and Judi Nixo n.

W e honored our "super" seniors at our annual Fling at n KA. Jane Schenck, our social chairman, was responsible for its success. The seniors were given flowers from the pledges.

The Gamma Etas worked with Phi Kappa Psi in Spring Week with an overall theme of " The World Through The Eyes Of The C omic Strips." Our strip was "They'll Do It Every Time" and accordingly we earned two trophies for first place window and third place facade besides a homemade one from the Phi Psis th emselves.

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Gamma Eta and Phi Ka ppa Psi build for Spring Week.

Besides all th e light things, we did have more serious momen ts. We raised m oney for Colloquy, which featured guest speakers Pierre Salinger and Julian Bond .

Barbara Farina was tapped for Chimes, women's junior honorary ; Chuckie H one was tapped for M ortar Board and made head of the orientation program for the campus. Jane Schenck was appointed assistant rush chairman of Panhellenic and Becky Owens was made Campus Awareness chairman for Panhellenic. Helen Kitchel was editor of the Pen n State Student Handbook and playe d on the women's varsity lacrosse team. Pi Lambda Theta, secondary education honorary, claimed Kathy Fitzgerald, Claire Struble and D onna Krukar. Mamie Stinger became a member of Phi Kappa Phi, national scholastic honorary.

The end of spring term brought a sad farewell to our seniors. Li ke our seniors, we also took on a new home fall term when we moved to C ooper Hall and a newly decorated suite. Our suite warming and formal rush began the academic year with fresh faces and fresh surroundings.- J EANNE BooNE

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Gamma Iota Rochest er Institute of Technology Rochester, N ew York The highlight of the spring quarter for the Gamma Iotas was Alpha Sig Spring Serenade Weekend. It started with a serenade to the fra ternities on Thursd ay night ; then on Friday night was an informal party with a band. The theme was the Monster Mash Bash- with cobwebs, spiders and all kinds of scary looking crea tures !

Saturday night was a formal dinner-dance at a local restaurant. Our awards were given out after dinner.

The E lizabeth Bird Sma ll Award was given to Jan Buff, the Frost Fidelity Award to Bobbi Crabtree, and th e Ideal Pledge Award to Leslie Lewis. Sunday there was a brunch at our house with lots of delicious food!

Alpha Sig Weekend was a main part of our spring but not a ll of it. We a lso participated in th e campus Spring Weekend and had a boo th at the carnival that fea tured a dancing bull, expresso and brownies.

We had some G R EAT p ledges spring quarter that really kept us on our toes. Their charity projec t along with our philanthropic project for the year was selling raffle tickets at a Muscular D ystrophy Square Dance, which raised a tremendous amount of money for th e Muscula r Dystrophy Foundation.

Two of our NT ID members won theatrical awards this spring. Patti Vogel won Best C omedy Actress and Jeanie Jones won Best Supporting Actress. L ook out Hollywood- here we come!

Gamma Iota has two more queens! Phi Kappa T a u nominated Bobbi Crabtree and Bev Gustavson for queen, and Bev is now reigning queen of Phi Tau. Also, Becky Smith and J ean Kern were nominated for D elta Sigma Pi queen. Becky is now R ose Queen.- LY NN M . PIKE

variety show, etc. During the week, members arose early one morning for a baseball game before classes.

Our annual dinner-dance was held in the penthouse of the Belmont H otel. The "Harbor Lights D a nce," complete with AL.A party paddles, was beauti ful , and we thank Mary Ann Powers for her excellent work as social cha irma n.

The members from Gamma Lambda participated in the Installation of the newly initiated chapter, D elta Eta, at D ePaul University. W e were very happy to we lcome them into AL.A and especia ll y proud that several of us were sponsors for the new members.

The semester was concluded at our a nnual M oth erDaughter luncheon, held this year at the Millionaires C lub. For many Gamma Lambdas, it is their M other's Day prese nt to their m oth ers, ma ny of whom loo k forward to it every year . The same afternoon we said goodby to ou r two g radu ating seniors, Carol Caldarero and Chris H oward .

After a relaxing summer, we look forward to a noth er busy year in exte nding ourselves within the chapter and out to the unive rsity a nd community.

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Gamma Lambda Loyola University Chicago, Illinois Winter Festival began the semester for Gamma Lambdas offering fun and relaxation before the hard work was upon us.

The work began with the rush period, which included an English Pub, a pa rty at our table in the student union, rounds of informal discussions, and culminated in an ice cream party.

Basketball has caught the attention of our chapter.

The pompon and cheerlead ing squads included many A L. As this yea r. It was only fitting that we had two teams, not just one, in the basketball intramurals. Stubs I and II captured second place and have been cha llenged to many games by fraternity men also.

We were very proud of Peggy C onnolly and E lly H ennessy, who were part of the queen 's court in Chicago's annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. Elly also serves as Panhellenic rush chairman and is active on both th e yearbook and school newspaper staffs.

Gamma Lambdas have often sponsored parties for the Angel Guardian Orphanage, which is near Loyola. This semester we had an Easter egg hunt for the children .

After Easter break, Spring Festival, Taurus II, a nd Greek Week were held simultaneously. It seemed that th ere was not enough time in the day to attend all of the activities such as concerts, the carnival, open houses, th e

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Miss Greek W ee k, Gamma Lambda Mary Ann Powers, and her date, Charles M achac.

Gamma Mu Adrian College Adrian, Michigan After a restful semester break, Gamma Mus came back anxi ous and energetic for the second semester's activities.

Winter Carnival was first on the list. There were tricycle races, hairstyling contes t, tall tales and a snowball throw, when the weatherman provi ded the real "thing" for the first 路time in several years. Our qua rtet, with members Carol D ' Amore, Mindy D ygert, Chris Kuhl , Mary R ozelle, D ebbie Lundy, pianist a nd director, and Gretchen Siferd, direc tor, participated in the Winter Carnival tal ent ensemble singing a " Smiles" theme. We were very happy when we receive d second place in the competition for th e Winter C a rniva l trophy.

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We gave our pledges a surprise Valentine's Day party.

There were old fashioned Valentine boxes and a lot of singing and fun for all. Prior to elections in February, a spring open-bid pledge class was taken. These new pledges kept us hopping through the spring months.

Our annual Little Sis weekend was held in March.

There was a slumber party and much gabbing as members and fri ends from home converged upon the sorority complex.

Gamma Mus traveled to Beta Psi, Western Michigan University, for Michigan's State Day. Ideas were exchanged and a good time had by all. We are already making plans for next year, when we will be host to the other Michigan chapters and alums.

Gamma Mus fight hard m the Greek We ek rope pull.

After Easter vacation was Greek Week, with all its activities and competition. We were glad that Field R epresentative Barbara Johnson was able to share these activities with us. There were a stilt race, pogostick race, rope pull, three-legged race, and other activities which filled the week. At the all-Greek banquet, Gamma Mus were award ed the Panhellenic Scholarship trophy for overall academic achievement. It was also announced that A'LA, Barb Creedon, had been chosen as the recipient of the Greek Spirit Award for an outstanding senior sorority woman. Spring Sing was one of the culminating actlvlties of the week. We teamed with Phi Kappa Sigma fraternity to sing a "Peoples" theme.

Our spring formal was held at the Potowatomi Inn, Pokagon State Park, Indiana. The Ideal Pledge award was presented to Veronica Hill at this time.

During the second semester several Gamma Mus were honored. Senior Connie Lake was selected for Who's Who Among Greek Fraternities an路d Sororities. Carol D ' Amore and Pat Yuille shared the honor of being chosen the outstanding junior women of 1971 by the Association of Women Students.- MARY Roz ELLE

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Gamma Xi Slippery Rock State College Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania Spring brought a very busy schedule for the Gamma Xis. Before we knew it informal rush was upon us. We chose for our theme " Red Balloon Coffee House." Balloons, posters, black-lights, red-checkered tab.le cloths and candle light set the mood for this gala affa1r.

Greek Week proved to be exciting on Slippery Rock campus. Skits, olympics, chariot races, and Greek God and Goddess contests were features of the week. Our candidate was Gail Keiser.

After Greek Week was our first annual Alumnae Banquet. It was held on April 25 at the Penn Grove Hotel in neighboring Grove City. Before dining, both old and new members got acquainted with each other. This festive occasion was ended with the Sweetheart Song in honor of our members who were Javaliered, pinned, engaged, married, or had given birth during this past year.

Once again the Alpha Sigs carried out a successful Mother's Day Tea. At this time fourteen Mother Patronesses were initiated into our chapter. What a happy day for both mothers and members!

Our spring formal, "Grecian Holiday," was held May 15 on the Gateway Clipper in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

As we sailed up and d own the three rivers, we danced to the music of the " Silvermane," and enjoyed a delicious buffet dinner. After dinner everyone enjoyed the skyline from the upper sightseeing deck. This affair was very romantic for the many couples who attended.

Our congratulations go to our members who received our chapter awards. They were May Zinsmeister, Elizabeth Bird Small Award; Jackie Korbakes, Frost Fidelity Award; and Sheryl Smith, Ideal Pledge Award.

Before settling down to study for exams the Alpha Sigs were glad to see our most recent "niece"-Jennifer J ane Cummins. Graduating seniors were given cake knives, a custom of Gamma Xi, to remember all their sisters on their wedding days.

Gamma Xi ended its semester by electing Homecoming chairman and assistant, Gail Keiser and Sheryl Smith respectively for the following year. Congratulations to both and we are h oping for a win.-PHYLLIS NASTASI

Gamma Omicron Clarion State College Clarion, Pennsylvania With second semester's arrival, members hurriedly moved from old Becht Hall into new Nair Hall. Conditions certainly changed! We will be in Nair this fall, too.

Social life here has been sparked by mixers and smokers with campus fraternities. Our octet performed for rush parties and for a smoker held by the brothers of Theta Xi. This year we collected for the Heart Fund and the March of Dimes. At Easter members participated in our annual Easter egg hunt for underprivileged children.

Prizes were awarded to those who made the greatest hauls of the day.

Many of our girls brightened up their rooms this year with blue or gold blankets printed with our crest.

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Our entry for the Frost Fidelity Award this year is Marilyn Rich from New Castle, Pennsylvania. She is entering her senior year as a math major.

Our candidate for the Elizabeth Bird Small Award is Mercedes Derbaum from New Kensington, Pennsylvania.

Mere is also a senior and is majoring in both math and library science.

As a part of the college program for studies abroad, Lea Ward, Linda Minarik, and Betsy Ray have elected to study in Spain at the University of Valencia during the summer months.

A number of our members attended summer sessions here at Clarion State. We assembled a new scrapbook for exhibition during the fall rush period.

Mrs. Bonner, our sorority adviser, is on sabbatical this fall . Our new adviser, Miss Ellen McLaine, will be working with the girls.- ALICE C. GRENELL

Gamma Sigma Nicholls State University Thibodaux, louisiana Gamma Sigma chapter had a busy and thoroughly enjoyable spring. The first event on our calendar was the initiation of new members on Febraury 11. Two days later we held our annual Phoenix Ball with a St. Valentine's Day theme.

We also held a couple of informal rush parties in March and April. We are all proud of our new pledges.

Our philanthropic project for this spring was the making of Easter baskets for the children in the special education classes at St. Francis' school in Houma, Louisiana.

Nicholls' Greek Week was held the second week of March this year. We were asked to build a float depicting school spirit, and we did so with a graveyard scene and the theme "Greek School Spirit Rises Up." We sang "I'll Never Fall in Love Again" at songfest, and attended the bonfire and the Greek Ball.

We went on a camping trip in April to Percy Quinn State Park in Mississippi. We all had a wonderful time while we hiked, fished, picnicked, and swam.

The first week in May was Western Week at Nicholls. yYe won the tug-of-war championship for the second year In a row.

We co-sponsored a softball tournament this summer in conjunction with the Acadia Day Care Center of Thibodaux, as our money making project for this year.

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members worked together to prepare a menu none of us will ever forget. This year the tea was held in the Great Hall at C. W. Post College. Through all our hard efforts it turned into a lovely affair.

Gamma Tau has had its share of honors this year. We are especially proud of Valerie Vella, who received the Alpha Sigma Alpha Scholarship. Other honors were bestowed upon us. Linda Delise was indu cted into Psi Chi and Lorraine Klatt and Marie Oppedisano were inducted i~to Alpha Sigma Lambda hon or society. As Alpha S1gma Alpha we received the Academic Achievement Award at Post in an afternoon tea given by the president of our college.

Our biggest project this year was our philanthropic project. This year we worked with the Muscular Dystrophy Association on a fund raising drive. With all the Gamma Taus working we collec ted a pretty large amount of money. Our week long drive ended when Kathy Rodihan, Linda Delise and Ann Marie Cavallaro presented a check to Jerry Lewis, National Chairman of MDAA, while he was performing at the Westbury Music Fair in Long Island, New York. The project turned out to be a successful drive, with all the members proud to help such a worthwhile cause. In appreciation, Gamma Tau received a gratitude award from MDAA as well as the three members receiving citations.- KATHY RooJHAN

Three proud Gamma Taus present a check to Jerry Lewis for the Muscular D ystrophy Association.

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Gamma Upsilon

C. W. Post College Greenvale, New York

New Mexico Highlands University las Vegas, New Mexico

Gamma Tau came back after semester break to our annual initiation dinner. This year it was held in the Huntington Town House, Long Island, New York. It turned out to be a memorable occasion for all the newly initiated members as well as all the Gamma Taus. It surely will be remembered as one of the highlights of the 71 year.

Our Mother-Daughter T ea held every spring was a special event this year. With new members came new mothers, and we enjoyed meeting all of them. All the

April was a very worthwhile month for our girls on H . U. campus. The Alpha Sigs started the month with a fund raising drive for money to be put toward new television sets for the patients at the State Mental Hospital. Over one huadred dollars and a private donation of two television sets were received.

April was also the perfect month in New Mexico to have a car wash. That is exactly what we had and to everyones' surprise it was a success. This money was put in the treasury for the Gamma Upsilon fall rush.

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Founders' Day this year was celebrated with a banquet at the LaFonda in Santa Fe. Everyone enjoyed an evening of dancing and reminiscing. Active of the Year award was given to Valerie Ah Sing and Pledge of the Year was awarded to Amy Marcus. Loyce Gambrel was honored as the Sweetheart of Tau Kappa Epsilon for the year 1971.-MARGE McGUIRE

Gamma Phi St. John 's University Jamaica , New York Spring was a season of much act1v1ty for the Gamma Phis. It started out with the Alpha-Zeta County Fair under the direction of Pat Grimaldi and Joan Scandurra.

Their hard work in putting it all together made it possible for everyone to have a great time. Pie-throwing, dart games and bicycle races were just a few of the many activities going on.

This year for Alpha Sigma Alpha Week a disp lay was set up aimed at collecting old eyeglasses to be sent to "Eyes for the Needy." Tina De Gregoris, our chairman, is to be congratulated for a most successful drive. Close to two hundred pairs of eyeglasses were collected and sent away.

Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity holds Greek Olympics every year. The girls showed their skills by winning a few of the medals awarded. Ruth Ann Rehn was our coach this year.

Honor was also brought to the Gamma Phi chapter through the outstanding achievements of some of the girls.

Mary Jo Cassano, Pat Grimaldi, Barbara Marga and Kathy Strand were inducted into Kappa Delta Pi, the education honorary. Diane O 'Neil was elected president of Kappa Delta Pi on campus. Barbara Marga and Diane O 'Neil were inducted into Pi Mu Epsilon. Peggy Gray was elected treasurer of Student Union. We are all very proud of these girls and wish them continued success.

Spring was also the season for welcoming and bidding farewell. In May we were happy and excited to hold an Initiation Banquet for our new members, and in June we held a Farewell Banquet for our graduating seniors.

Our moderator, Dr. Arthur Schrynemakers, delivered the farewell address.- PATRICIA RussELL

Gamma Psi Edinboro State College Ed inboro, Pennsylvania The spring of 1971 was an active and successful one for Gamma Psis.

Following Julie Murphy's success the year before, Patti Minetti won first place in the college sponsored Go-Go contest. Against stiff competition, Patti danced to the record of "Get R eady" and was named Miss Go-Go of 1971.

Rush was an active and exciting time for the members.

Our spring rush party was a rib tickler entitled "Champagne Hour." Decorations were centerd around a night club effect. Round tables were covered with gold tablecloths with centerpieces of candles dripping over wine bottles. "The Lawrence Welk Show" was the theme of our skit. Among the acts were the Lennon Sisters, ShaNa-Na, Bobbie and Barbara, Jimmie and Norma, Ruby Bagonia and the well known band with an accordianist (floating bubbles were used as the background). The skit was hilarious and we took a great group of pledges.

Philanthropic projects were an active part of our second semester. Working together, the members and pledg.es made four hundred Easter baskets, which were given to St. Vincent's Hospital in Erie. The pledges collected canned goods for Mitchel's Home for the mentally retarded in Greenville, Pennsylvania. Also, many members gave blood under the name of Alpha Sigma Alpha in the Red Cross Blood Drive.

Spring Carnival was different at Edinboro this year.

All the Greeks worked together on carnival booths with the goal of making money for the children's society in Erie. This provided not only a better relationship among Greeks but also between the townspeople and the college students.

Our Spring Pledge Dance was held in Meadville. The pledge class put on a great skit and presented the sorority a beautiful wall hanging of the crest. At the close of the evening Tom Davis, a member of Sigma Alpha Nu was awarded the title of sweetheart.

The Mother's Day Tea was appropriately held on Mother's Day. Refreshments were served and then a skit and sorority songs. Mrs. Ennis was chosen as our first Mother Patroness for helping the members m so many ways.

We had a great year but look forward to the fall.

Homecoming and rush are our two big events in the new school year!- BARBARA TURNER

Gamma Omega Eastern Illinois University Charleston , Illinois

Gamma Phis display their pillo ws after the Initiation Banquet.

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An action packed spring climaxed Gamma Omega's second year on campus. Our fire-engine red Greek games T -shirts were paler than Alpha Sig faces, flushed from shouting and sunburns. We had plenty to shout about, for we won the overall games trophy.

After the winning mud hole contestant was rinsed off, we recognized Terry Brannon. Our victors in the pop bottle contest were Emmie Andrews and Ellen Smatlak.

Paula Smith placed in the tricycle race.

The next day we donned powder-blue pantsuits for Greek Sing. Members enjoyed performing "The Spinning Wheel Song," which was directed by Gail Roberts and Sue Doan.

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biology honorary fraternity. Meg Becker was elected president of L.T ll., the English honorary. Sue Monts filled the vice presidential office of Panhellenic Council and Marge Carey was the publicity chairman of Greek Week.

The year ended with a farewell party for seniors. The Last Will and Testaments, predictions, and skit brought laughter, but the party always seems to end in tears as many of Gamma Omega's members met for the last time.

Those returning will have a challenge when they try to better the 1970-71 record. -CHRIS BENIGNUS

Terry Brannon, Gamma Omega, emerges triumphant from the mud hole at Greek Games.

Another highlight of spring quarter was our formal which was he ld at Dante's Italian Village in Decatur, Illinois. After steak d inners, members and their dates spent a relaxing evening dancing. Maggie Westoff was named the Ideal Pledge ; Outstanding Senior and Frost Fidelity Awards went to Sally Ward; and the Elizabeth Bird Small Award was presented to Mary Forsythe. An afterparty was given at the home of Ruth McGorray Pomatot.

A few weeks later we were amused to meet Field R epresentative Paula Cyrus' plane at the Effingham bus station. Paula was lots of fun and kept us well-informed.

It is doubtful that Gamma Omega will ever forget her.

More unforgettable visitors were the pledges of Beta Kappa chapter who came on their walk-out. We exchanged spirit songs and had a breakfast with them. We also joined forces to exchange buckets of water with a neighboring fraternity.

Through the efforts of Jo Ellen Peck, we expanded our philanthropic program to include a local nursing home.

Every month we visit the residents to entertain and serve refreshments.

The spring '70 pledge class surprised the chapter with a new color TV set wh ich complements the house furnishings. The gift of the fall '70 and winter '71 classes was a beautiful stereo console.

R ushees admired these gifts at parties. Themes varied from Valentine's D ay to nursery rhymes. O ur new pledges took part in the first Panhellenic ceremony for all sorority pledges.

Individual members brought laurels to Gamma Omega.

Carol Shobe received the Bobbie King Scholarsh ip for the outstanding student of foreign languages. We were also proud of Sally Ward, who was selected by National as a Field R epresentative for next year.

We all applauded for Joan Forman and Sue Doan at Eastern's production of The Sound of Music. J oan starred in the leading role. The co-editor of the campus newspaper for fall 197 1 is Chris Benignus.

Jo Ann Baldwin has p ledged KO<I>, home ec h onorary; Sue D oan, L.A I , m usic honorary; E llen Smatlak and Beth Zubinski, KM E, math honorary; and J oy Wendall, BBB,

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Officers of Gamma Omega discuss their jobs with Field Representative Paula Cyrus.

Delta Epsilon Mansfield State College Mansfield, Pennsylvania The Delta Epsilons began the spring term with formal rush, and we were lucky to have Barb Johnston, Field R epresentative, with us. With her guidance we had two very successful rush parties, "Alaska" and "Hawaii."

The spring term also brought Greek Weekend, three days of fun and helping needy people in the Mansfield area. One of the highlights of the weekend was the "Ugly Greek Contest." Donna Baier won "S.o rority Ugly Greek" for the D elta Epsilons.

At the end of pledging, a banquet was held for the new members and they presented us with a sorority crest light. Mickey Davignon was announced as the Outstanding Pledge. Also on this occasion, an alumnae group presented the chapter a check with which to start a fund to help members in financia l need.

Every year we have an annual dinner dance. This year it was held at the Baron Steuben Hotel in Corning, New York. Everyone enjoyed the meal and the dancing and all are anxiously awaiting next year's event.

The chapter had several money making projects this year. T o help make money we sold hot dogs, popcorn, baked goods, pizza, hoggies, stationery, incense and incense burners.

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Later in the semester several of our members attended State Day at the Hershey Hotel in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

They returned with many new ideas for rush and moneymaking projects and also many new friendships.

Our chapter has had many honors this year. Nancy Applin pledged Sigma Alpha Iota, an honorary music fraternity for women. Nancy is also representing our chapter for the Elizabeth Bird Small Award. Susan Klinger became a member of Alpha Beta Alpha, an honorary library fraternity. Donna Ronchi was chosen by our chapter for the Frost Fidelity Award; Susan Lessick was elected president of the Panhellenic Council on campus. Kathleen Kraponick was crowned the Sweetheart of Phi Sigma Epsilon. Donna Baier was a runner-up in Pennsylvania's Festival of Music.

The year was ended with a party in honor of the senior members of the chapter.-DoNNA BAIER

Delta Eta becomes the newest member of Alpha Sigma Alpha.

Delta Zeta Wisconsin State University Whitewater, Wisconsin Spring semester 1971 was a busy one for the girls of the Delta Zeta chapter.

Installation was the first big event. Starting on the evening of Friday, February 5, the activities continued through Sunday. Formal initiation and installation were held Saturday, February 6. The girls were thrilled with the gifts received from National and other collegiate and alumnae chapters.

Rush quickly followed. Party themes were "Around the World with AL.A ," "Charlie Brown," "Round-up," and "English Pub." Delta Zeta was proud to take its first pledge class. The pledges worked hard sponsoring a raffle and bake sale to help the treasury; they also donated their time to the Cancer drive on campus.

The spring formal was a new and exciting experience for the girls of Delta Zeta. Held at the Fireside in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, the event was both successful and enjoyable.

Summer projects included a candy sale and a weekend workshop.-RITA MACIONA

"Scarborough Fair" was the theme and the name of our booth at the Blue Key Carnival. Colorful decorations gave a carnival atmosphere to our booth. Some members dressed as clowns and sold balloons while others sold hot dogs, peanuts, popcorn and cokes. The money that we made was donated to the mentally retarded.

Our annual spring dance was held aboard the M.V. Trinidad as it cruised along Lake Michigan. Everyone was glad that the quarter had finally ended, especially the seniors who had graduated that afternoon.

After the quarter ended, we planned for the summer.

Besides working on the fall rush program, the members enjoyed a day together at Warren Dunes, Michigan.

We are all proud of Marlene Krupa, whom the brothers of Alpha Chi chose to be their sweetheart.

- MICHELE GUALDONI

Delta Theta Colony Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Illinois

Delta Eta De Paul University Chicago, Illinois Since our installation into Alpha Sigma Alpha on Saturday, May 16, the members of Delta Eta have added the AL.A tee shirts to their wardrobes. The tee shirts were purchased during an afternoon visit to the Beta Rho chapter at Northern Illinois University.

At the Greek picnic all of the Delta Etas were easily identified by the bright red AL.A tee shirts. We enjoyed a day picnicking along with all of the other members of Greek letter organizations on campus. Although we came in last in the tug-of-war, we ran a close second in the relay race.

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Alpha Sigma Alpha colonized here at Southern on April 16, 1971, with a small but very enthusiastic pledge class. Our pledge ceremony and the first few meetings were conducted in the homes of the alumnae until a meeting place could be established. Our adviser, Miss Julee Illner, later arranged a meeting place in one of the buildings on campus. Two informal rush parties were held in May to attract the attention of more girls, and these were both quite successful. We are all looking forward to living in a house next year, especially in setting it up. We held a car wash May 22, 1971, and, although it rained, we all had a lot of fun and our treasury is off to a good start. The end of the school year arrived all too quickly for us to plan any more activities. We are all very anxious to return in the fall and start setting up our house and conducting our first formal rush!-BARB CusHING

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alumnae news AKRON, OHIO

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS

The Akron, Ohio Alumnae Association of Alpha Sigma Alpha has had ten active members and five inactive members this year. The highlight of the year was a pot luck supper for husbands and children in May at the lovely home of Ann Bajc BP. Attendance was unusually good this year for all meetings, with eight members attending State Day in Columbus, Ohio on April 17, where our Rhea Yoder fT was honored with a corsage for becoming a fifty-year member.

Judy Williams AA was our Panhellenic representative this past year and was installed as corresponding secretary for next year at the June Panhellenic luncheon. Sue McLemore BN will replace Judy as representative. (Sue has recently returned to Akron from Albany, Georgia, and we are certainly happy to have her back. ) Judy Williams has also received commendation from the Akron Panhellenic for her fine work as chairman of the Bridge ticket sales for the card party and raffle. A profit of $1800 was made and turned over to the Summit County Children's Home for the children's spending money fund.

This, together with $1800 cleared from the dance in the fall, made a total of $3600 in contributions to the Children's Home. This is the record amount contributed in one year.

Other philanthropic work for this year for the children of the Weaver School for Trainable Mentally Retarded included bibs, slippers, knitted balls, yarn dolls, hand and finger puppets all made by different association members.

Also clothing, jewelry, toys, books, crayons and puzzles were collected. Helen Snyder 88 and Lillie Greer AA were co-chairmen of these projects.

We extend our sympathy to Rhea Yoder rr who lost her husband last fall.

The Akron members are real travelers. Rhea spent much of the winter visiting on the West Coast. Lillie Greer 6.6. spent some weeks in the South; she also toured Spain with the Ohio University Alumni Group. Maude Barriere AA who retired from teaching last year spent the spring months at her home in Miami, Florida. Dorothy Scott 6.6. visited in the Midwest. Judy Williams visited the Bahama Islands and June Cowan AB travelled to Porta Rica and to Alaska this year.

Ruth Yauger 6.6. retired from her position as Director of Home Economics Education with the Akron Board of Education on June 30. She received an award for distinguished service in Home Economics at the Diamond Jubillee Celebration of the Ohio State University School of Home Economics. She plans to spend the month of September in England and Southern Europe.

-RUTH YAUGER

As we come to the close of another sorority season, it seems we have added many fond memories to our A"i:.A memory book. Among those are our Christmas party and penny sale, our February Valentine's Day meeting which doubled as a baby shower for Lucy Rockstrom, and our May activity meeting where we made paper flowers. And as always, our annual June meeting and Bar-B-Q at the home of Leona Fredericks was quite a success.

We regret to announce the death of Charlotte Adams Johnson on March 22, 1971. An active member for almost 50 years, past National Historian, Charlotte will long be remembered by those who had the privilege of knowing her.

Congratulations are in order for many of our alums .

Leona Fredericks has completed one year at Boston U niversity in the School of Social Work toward her Masters of Social Work degree. Another deserving graduate student is Laura King who has also completed her first year of graduate study at Simmons College. We are also pleased to announce the recent graduation and marriage of Vera Granlund, a newcomer to our group. And we extend our best wishes to Lucy and Donald Rockstorm on the arrival of their first child, Ingrid Elena, born March 3.

We are especially proud of another of our alums, Ruth Fletcher. She has been appointed by the Massachusetts Board of Higher Education to serve on a Citizens' Advisory Committee as a representative of the League of Women Voters. Ruth was also instrumental in compiling the data for the revised edition of Massachusetts State Go vernment.

During the past year the Overseas Education Fund of the League of Women Voters of the United States and Boston University co-sponsored a four-month institute in Boston for a group of Latin-American women leaders. For a second term Ruth served as a staff member. She also attended the graduation ceremonies for this group in the East Room of the White House. Ruth. you've outdone yourself again!

Till next time ...-Roz NADLER

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BUFFALO, NEW YORK

CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA

"Fall has arrived in Buffalo With fond memories of the past, We look forward to the next events As the months fly by so fast."

Buffalo Alpha Sigs had a busy spring. On March 18 we had a fine discussion on the "History of the Negro" which was led by Marni Groh. On Apri l 18 we bridged the generation gap with our Mother-Daughter T ea.

D onette Thurlow and R osemary Lett planned the annual Couples Dinner Dance on May 1. We all especially enjoyed this occasion as it gave us an opportunity to introduce our favorite men to our favorite sisters.

On May 22 we thanked our former officers and honored our new at the Spring Luncheon planned by J oan Runckel.- LrNDY THOMPSON REDMO ND

"Corne early and stay late if you want to take a swim" read the invitation from J ean Rost Schenck KK for our spring luncheon meeting held at her horne in Dallastown, Pa. We didn' t swim but we did stay late to enjoy George's barbecued beef and to chat with all our Alpha Sig friends, old and new.

We were so happy to welcome a newcomer to our vicinity, Gail Bryant Clifford BE whose husband Curtis is employed by UGI. Gail is a graduate of Madison College in Virginia, Class of 1966. They have one little boy.

An old friend ( in point of association) whom we were delighted to see was Restor Null KK. Restor has been busy rearing her family and teaching school but we hope to see more of her from now on. Mary Brenholtz Sheffe l KK carne with her sister, Peg Brenholtz Gohn KK, and Ann Slifer KK from Williamsport to attend the meeting and we also welcomed back, after an absence of a year, Kay Deischer Baver Ar, Ruth Taylor Birnstock Ar, Win ifred Eitneir Lenz Ar, and Ruth Nailor KK. Sixteen were present; why weren't you?-ALICE HART BEAVER

BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO Our March meeting was held at the h orne of Caroline Fox H eck AA . Our P anhellenic R epresentative Marge Klein Causey AA reported that the Hamilton P anhellenic card party held in February was one of the most successful ever held. Plans were completed for th e Panhellenic summer rush party held on June 27.

Cynthia Carlson Sarah B'l' hosted our April meeting, a t which time we planned our meetings and activities for the corning year. Plans were a lso made to send our a Newsletter " The Butler County Line" to all area a lums to try and spark interest in some more of our gals.

Our M ay meeting was held at the horne of Carol Rogusky Oler AA . We were most happy to welcome two alums from Oxford: Mary ( Maggie) Holder Eich AA and Connie Beadle Naylor AA. Maggie is working on her master's at Miami and has an associate professorship in math, and Connie is teaching first grade in the Princeton School District in Springdale.

Congratulations go to Judy Secrist Stitsinger AA and Dave for their new baby girl born April 22, and to Cynthia Carlson Sarah B'l' and Vince for their baby girl born May 4.-CAROLINE Fox HECK

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS The Chicago Alums have almost been as active as the collegiate members this spring with our regular m onthly meetings, State Day, and the inspirational installation of the D elta Eta chapter at DePaul University.

In March we met at Betty Hall's home. We had two actives from the Gamma L ambda Chapter at L oyola University visit with us. We invited them so that we might get acquainted and find out ways we might help them in th e future.

We traveled to Skokie in April to Fran Wegar's lovely luncheon. In May we went to Betty Foyer's for that good lasagna.

The West Suburban group had State D ay at Marshall Field's in Oakbrook. It was really a well-planned day.

We all enjoyed hearing Barbara Johnson speak at the meeting as well as getting to know her better. The attractive painted rocks that were given as favors will be treasured keepsakes from a very memorable day.

Then came the big thrill of installation at D eP aul University. It brought back many memories of our own college days, and was so pleasant to see such lovely thoughtful girls. We felt Alpha Sigma Alpha very fortunate to have Delta Eta Chapter.

June 19 found us at Mary Blackstone's for our annual picnic. Then we parted for our summer vacations. We will be looking forward to fall when we will meet and hear about everyone's summer activities. -J ULIA PALMER

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Cincinnati Alums (1. to r.) Shirley Sledz Wakefield AA , Anne Petree Niemeyer AA, Bertha Runyan McFarlan AA and Shirley Pallatto Bone AA are pictured working on the foam flower fa vors for the Ohio State D ay.

CINCINNATI, OHIO In March the Cincinnati Alums met at the horne of Anne Petree Niemeyer AA for a State Day workshop .

Shirley Sledz Wakefield AA directed us in the making of the foam rubber flowers for table favors. Dorothy Clason AA served as co-hostess for the meeting.

In April our group served as hostesses for the twentyfirst Ohio State Day held at the Hospitality Inn in Columbus, Ohio.

At our May meeting at the h orne of Shirley Pallatto Bone AA we had a business meeting followed by "fun and games." Anne Niemeye r presented awards to several members for ou tstan ding accomplishments during the afternoon.

Our annual family picnic was held at the horne of Anne Niemeyer. As always it is fun to see the children a year older.- R UTH SMITH SNOUFFER

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COLUMBUS, OHIO The Columbus Alumnae met on May 15 at the JaiLai Restaurant for their annual luncheon and installation of officers for the coming year. Mrs. Stephen Lowe, the new president, told of plans under way for the 1972 Ohio State Day which will be hosted by the Columbus Alums.- SARAH PEGLER

DAYTON, OHIO Members of the Dayton Alumnae chapter held their February 6 meeting at the Engineers' Club with Mildred Kinsey Beeghley AA as hostess. We were fortunate to have a French foreign exchange student as our speaker.

The student is residing during 1970-71 year with Virginia Raga Black XX. Also this month, each member received a "Love Tax" and paid accordingly to the treasurer, Pauline Adams Lee B'짜.

Our March 6 meeting was held at the Inn with Carolyn Savage Finch AA and Helen Bogess Swart AA as hostesses. There we discussed our fund-raising projects of selling cards and holding a garage sale. On March 27 another money-making project took place-a card party of eight tables was held with members bringing guests.

A new member attending from Buffalo, New York, was Gretchen Keighron n n .

In April several members attended the Ohio State Day. During State Day, Nancy Spear, a junior at Miami University, was presented as the recipient of the Dayton Alumnae Junior Award. She received the 1971 silver bowl from our chapter. Congratulations are a lso in order for Bonnie McClearney who had a baby boy on April 16.

The May 1 meeting was held at Suttmiller's with hostesses Kathy Hale O'Brien AA and Lola Pierson Lakin EE making the plans. After the election of new officers, Helen Boggess Swart AA discussed our philanthropic project of sending clothes, needed articles, and bedpads to the retarded children at Stillwater Hospital. The members decided to adopt two children, a 12-year old boy and a 4-year girl, and observe the birthday~ and holiday with these children.

To close our year's activities, several members attended the Panhellenic Spring Luncheon June 17 at the King Cole with Mary Bumpstead, a hand writing analyst, as speaker. ~ ]AN CARTER SPENCER

DETROIT, MICHIGAN-SIGMA RHO CHI Our January meeting took the form of a gift-exchange party at the home of Jane Charvat. Bad weather had prevented our usual Christmas party and buffet supper in December.

In February we held a delightful White Elephant Sale which brought in money for our philanthropic project.

Over the years, our Sale has brought out several choice pieces of china, such as plates and candy dishes, which, if we lose out in the bidding one year, we can hope to find again the next year.

On April 22 we had our annual Spring Dinner at the Danish American Club, where we enjoyed a delicious smorgasbord.

A travelogue and slides was the program for the final meeting of the year. We learned a bit of the folklore of the Norwegian Fjords, and then traveled, via slides, to the Carribean Islands and the sunny beaches and suga r plantations.

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We hope the summer has brought renewed strength and health to our Betty Sowell who had to make a return trip to the hospital in the Spring. Our sincere best wishes also for Margaret Sautter. She had surgery during the summer. Barbara Grixdale, who injured her leg and could not show us her slides from Spain, ha promised to be on her feet for a fall showing.

- JEAN TYLER TURNER

DICKINSON , NORTH DAKOTA March 19 found the Dickinson Alums sponsoring a Hair and Wig Show at St. Pat's Auditorium. It proved to be a very profitable evening as we were able to present Beta Eta Chapter at DSC with a gift of $75. The remainder of our profits were given to the rooms for the retarded in the Dickinson School District.

Mrs. Sue Navrat was elected president of our chapter at her home at our May 13 meeting. Our summer plans included a meeting at the historic town of Medora at the entrance of Roosevelt National Park, about 36 miles west of Dickinson.- JANICE HENNING

FORT WAYNE, INDIANA Our first meeting of the new year centered around a hockey game to which we were accompanied by our husbands. After an exciting game, we went to Jane Coleman Graham's home for refreshments.

Since one of our members, Mary Lynn Bland Farrier, is a Tupperware saleslady, it was very convenient for us to have a Tupperware Party at her home as one of our money-making projects.

March brought election of officers with Karen Hammontree Skelton as our new president. We brought items to the meeting that could be used by the long term patients at the hospital for favors and crafts.

Our April meeting was to be a baby shower for Jane Coleman Graham but she fooled us and had the baby three days before the shower!

We finished the year with installation of officers. After the ceremony, each of the newly installed officers was presented with a red carnation. We began to make plans for our booth at the Panhellenic Bazaar to be held next year. For our program we had a wine-tasting party. Our hostesses, Anita Smith Stahly and Jane Worley Scudder, selected the wines and appropriate food to complement each.-JANE CoLEMAN GRAHAM

GREATER KANSAS CITY During the Spring months both East and West Groups Groups of our Chapter have been trying to boost attendance by having varied types of meetings. Some have been "sack lunch" meetings where the hostess furnishes dessert and drinks, followed by a short business meeting when necessary, then by an hour or so of chatter and cards, and a program on crafts or hobbies by members who are participants in such.

A most enjoyable Joint Meeting was our luncheon at Stephenson's Apple Orchard Restaurant in May. In addition to the year-end business of adopting a revised Constitution and By-Laws for the Chapter, and of election and installation of officers, it provided an occasion for the presentation of our Margaret E. Smith Award to Miss Kathy Middleton ZZ, a junior at Central Missouri State College, Warrensburg, and president of Zeta Zeta

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Chapter, who was our guest for the day. Dorothy Davisson Dallman ZZ reviewed Kathy's accomplishments and made the presentation. It was also a happy time for all of us to witness Wilma Sharp's presentation, on behalf of the National Council, of their gift, a silver wine cooler, to Mary K. Reiff HH, in recognition and grateful appreciation of her 18 years of service to A-:i:.A at the national level. Another highlight was Judy Winter's ZZ interesting resume of the Oklahoma State Day meeting.

Congratulations and praises are extended to Alice Montgomery Petitt HH who was given Meritorious Recognition at Theta Sigma Phi's (Professional Journalism Society) annual Matrix Dinner in April; also, to Mary K. Reiff HH who has been elected president of the Kansas City Altrusa Club. Noteworthy also is that Mildred Hanthorne Trenchard ZZ and Wilma Wilson Shap ZZ have been on the "Thumbnail Sketches" program for the Woman's City Club Forum recently.

Tickets were out and plans progressed for a summer fun party at the Brown Bottle (Schlitz Brewery's Dining Room) the evening of July 27. It served "Ways & Means" in two ways: getting our families better acquainted, and adding a bit to the treasury.

We were saddened by the death on May 1, of our devoted, long-time member, Miss Ethel Phillips ZZ, a former science teacher in the Kansas City schools, who had been confined to a nursing home in Windsor, Missouri for the past few years. A memorial contribution has been made to the Wilma Wilson Sharp Scholarship Fund by many of the chapter members who recall so well her happy, friendly spirit, and her loyalty and service to A-:i:.A and our chapter.

Our chapter's officers and Board of Directors for the coming year will be headed by President, Helen Taylor McGuire ZZ. Grateful thanks are extended to all who have contributed to our chapter's efforts during the past year, and especially so to our President, Helen McGuire ZZ, and to Doris Klein ZZ, outgoing Panhellenic President, for their hours of devoted effort in steering these respective groups so successfully through today's changing tides.

-PHON jOHNSON GILLESPIE

HOUSTON, TEXAS The Houston Area Alumnae Association has dealt with topics ranging from "The Drug Scene" to "What's New in Antiques" during the year. Husbands shared in a number of the celebrations including the Founder's Day banquet held at Ye Old College Inn and the fun and excitement of our April meeting which combined the installation of new officers with a wine tasting party.

Our Philanthropic project is support of the Harris County Center for the Mentally Retarded. This year we made toys, clothing and other articles to stock the store where the children can buy items with merits they have been awarded. In December we took the items to the store and went on a tour of the classrooms, vocational, and recreational facilities at the Center.

Highlights of the year for all of us was our first annual Texas State Day. Our theme this year was "Launching Alpha Sigs in Texas" and we were especially thrilled to have Mrs. George Linton as our guest speaker.

-LANA R. ARNOLD

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HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA The Huntington Alumnae were delighted with the speaker for West Virginia's State Day, Mrs. Walter Cox. From Providence, Rhode Island, Mrs. Cox represents Alpha Sigma Alpha as a regional director. We were all impressed by her, and just wish we could have her with us permanently.

Our April meeting was held at Carol Leffingwell's home in Chesapeake, Ohio. We discussed and made plans to accept an invitation from Beta Pi at Concord College, Athens, W. Va., to attend a picnic and discuss forming an alumnae chapter in Athens.

So, on sunny April 25 Madeline Dial, Ann Buchanan, Carol Leffingwell and Kathy White made a most enjoyable trip to Athens. The Beta Pi gals were very enthusiastic and over our picnic lunch, we talked about organizing an alumnae chapter. Afterwards we were given a grand tour of the Towers Dorm where the A-:i:.A's occupy an entire floor.

Our May meeting was held at the home of our president, Ann Buchanan. This meeting was combined with a Sarah Coventry Jewelry Party given by one of our alums, Gertrude Honaker. She graciously gave her percentage of total sales to our treasury. She, with her many activities including teaching, jewelry selling and other organization responsibilities, still finds time for A-:i:.A and we are grateful!

We still find ourselves selling stationery along with other money-making projects to boost our dry treasury.

Also each Huntington Alum has been individually keeping her hours totaled that have been used for A-:i:.A , hoping to exceed last year's total. We p'an to spend the summer increasing our membership.-KATHY F. WHITE

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA Judy Elder XX hosted the February meeting of the Indianapolis Alumnae chapter with the assistance of Wanda Gamble XX and Frances Shaw XX. A memorial gift was given to the Heart Fund in memory of Lena Headington Grumme. State Representative, Dan- Huff, spoke to the group concerning current concerns of the legislature and various problems on which they are working. During the month of February, Bonnie Shea B'l' and Bereniece Martin XX volunteered their time working at the Indianapolis Crossroads Rehabilitation Center.

Miss Mary McClelland spoke at the March meeting concerning the program and activities at the Julia Jameson Nutrition Camp. At that time, the chapter members agreed to collect needed items for the camp during the months until summer. Ruth Strickland B'l' hosted the meeting with Bereniece Martin XX and Betty Rice XX assisting.

During the latter part of March, the Indianapolis Alumnae hosted one of the largest Indiana State Days ever held.

Assisting Jeanne McQueen B'l' for the April meeting were Eloise Proctor XX and Bonnie Shea B'l'. The meeting was a fun night and gab fest. Games were played and much socializing was accomplished. Members also brought items for the Julia Jameson Nutrition Camp collection.

The May meeting was held at the Indianapolis Propylaeum Club, which is housed in one of the beautifully decorated older homes in the city. Mrs. David Richards, Head Nurse at the Mid-Town Community Health Center, spoke of the successes and the problems with the psychiatric patients treated there. The chapter agreed to

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collect items for the Health Center. Jean King XX hosted the meeting with Mona Miller B'f' and Mona Woodward B'f' assisting.

The chapter members enjoyed the family pitch-in picnic held the first of June at the Brown County Studio of Letha Gaskins XX. The annual picnic is a highlight of the year enjoyed by all who attend.- Juoy DEIG

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN May was an active month for the Milwaukee alums as they combi~d their Hermes Day celebration and graduating girls dinner into one and met at one of the local country clubs in honor of these festive occasions.

Congratulations to our newly graduated girls and welcome to the alums.

The last meeting of the 1970-71 term was held at the sorority house where our new officers were installed for this fall term. MaryEllen Kowalski will serve as President. We wish her and her officers the best of luck for a successful and active year.

MaryEllen began her activities with our annual summer picnic.-ANN WoLLENBERG

MUNCIE, INDIANA We began our spring activities by journeying to Indianapolis March 27 for State Day. All of us who were able to attend thoroughly enjoyed the day and the opportunity to renew old friendships.

Our May meeting was at the New Castle home of Ann Burgess. During this meeting we began planning the 1972 Indiana State Day which will be held in Muncie. We also elected our 1971-72 officers with Lynn Satterthwaite McCormick heading the list as president.

Our one summer activity was the annual picnic given for the Chi Chi girls in summer school. This was held in June at the home of Marlene Lipman Colvin. And now we're anxious to start our new year.

- CHARLOTTE BowMAN O vERMYER

Several of us were able to get to Columbus this spring for State Day. We and our children do get around.

Ethel Guthrie will be at both the national and international University Women's conventions during the summer in her role as regional vice president. Margaret !"fast's daughter, Anne, and her husband are teaching m Japan at the Ecumenical Institute. Helen Smith's Bob is in the Navy in Puerto Rico after a year in Alaska, and her Judy is in Massachusetts as head of the computer division at the University of Massachusetts. Judy was home briefly to see young Carol in a class play at West Muskingum. -LouiSE N. STEWART

PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS Pine Bluff Alumnae Chapter of Alpha Sigma Alpha has been very active during the first half of 1971. There are presently 20 active members and club meetings are held twice monthly in the homes of various members.

Special activities of the chapter have included touring Jenkins Memorial Center for Handicapped Children and preparing Christmas baskets for needly families. Fund raising projects for philanthropic causes have included rummage sales and car washes.

Programs at the meetings are varied. In the past we have had a Spring style show, a demonstration on wig styling, and presentations on arts and crafts including decoupage, crewel embroidery and needlepoint. Other business meetings have been followed by potluck dinners, bingo and bridge games, and jewelry and cosmetic demonstrations.

Currently, Pine Bluff Alumnae are excited about a forthcoming cruise on the Arkansas River. Plans are to charter the Border Star, a paddle whee!er, for a social evening which will include a catered dinner for members and their husbands. Members also plan to tour Du Bocage, a restored antebellum home in Pine Bluff.

If there are any alumnae in the Pine Bluff area interested in joining our chapter they may contact Mrs. Winfred Black or Mrs. T ommy H eird.

--BEVERLY FARRELL

NEWARK-ZANESVILLE, OHIO The June meeting was held at the home of Margaret House in Newark. Everyone was present except Minnie Predmore who was still curtailing activities due to a detached retina; it was reported that she was working almost full time again. Alice Riley had returned from a winter in Arizona, while Margaret Mast was welcomed back after many absences. She and Louise Stewart had attended the first commencement of the Muskingum Area Technical Institute which was held in New Concord in the field house made famous at Muskingum College by John Glenn. Margaret had inspected a building recently completed by her sons who carry on their father's construction company. Louise had been interested in seeing her nephew, Bill, in the faculty processional.

The 1971-72 calendar was discussed . October 2 will be the Marietta meeting at the home of Ethel Guthrie.

The Founder's Day-Christmas party will be p ostponed until December 11 so that the two Miami actives will be in Zanesville to attend. Mildred Benson and Louise Stewart will be hostesses at the home of Louise. Zanesville will arrange a meeting for March 4. We hope to get to Columbus for State Day in April. Hilda Baker or Zina Kennedy will have the June 3 meeting.

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Pine Bluff Alumnae Chapter officers for 1971-72 are (I. to r.) Sharon Black, treasurer; Peggy H eird, president; Wanda Wingard, vice-president; and Carolyn Standley, secretary.

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA A speaker from the Jane Wayland School for e~otion 足 ally disturbed children made our February meetmg at Jean Frasier's BB home most interesting.

March found our alums and their husbands at the Phoenix Suns' basketball game. We met at a nearby Pizza Inn for a post-game snack and chat.

Margaret Angelcyk Neff's HH home was the site of a very successful Tupperware party.

May brought us together for a Salad Supper with each member bringing a salad dish. We welcomed Susan Ball Westlake Bn and enjoyed meeting in her lovely new home. We also enjoyed meeting Jane Vrzak Newman HH and are very glad that Lynne Lawton Luke BX has returned to Phoenix after living in California.

We enjoyed a pot luck dinner and couples party m August at the home of Sally Walker r A .

Joan Simcox Collinsworth B:=: gave birth to a daughter, Ji ll , on March 9.-]0AN SIMCOX CoLLINSWORTH

RICHMOND, VIRGINIA Our February meeting was our largest turnout of the year. "The After Five Hostess" was the theme of a demonstration given by Virginia Electric and Power Company. We all picked up many helpful hints and thoroughly enjoyed sampling the food!

It was food time again in March as we joined other sororities at the Panhellenic Tasting Supper. Not only did we get a chance to taste new dishes, but we also helped to raise money for the P anhellenic scholarship by buying recipes.

Our Apri l meeting featured a card party in the beautiful home of Nita Hodnett Chandler B E. Some of u ; were a little rusty on our skills, but we all had a marvelous time.

Our final business meeting of the year was held in May in the home of Linda Black Ward BE . We are continuing our project of the school for the mentally retarded and had such fun cutting up magazines and pasting picture sets for them. We are all sorry that Linda will be moving in July to Altavista, but we wish her well and hope she will come back to visit often.

We were all sorry to miss State Day this spring, but do hope our collegiate sisters won't give up on us and will come in the fall to see how much fun we a ll have together.

We're all looking forward to summer and our family picnic.- LYNNE RACHAL CHAMBERS

agreed to continue as President for one more year. Plans were made for an August Meeting and a September Garage Sale at Jane Krause's r I. Our last year's sale made new carpeting possible for the r I House and the girls were delighted!- jANE T. WIDGER

SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA The San Bernardino Alums planned a summer gettogether with families. They are sorry to lose Mary Lou Landis Moseke XX and her husband Dick. The Moseke's will make their new home in Phoenix, Arizona. Jack and Gerry Rundell Doyle BB have enjoyed a vacation touring the Slavic countries.

-MARY Lou LANDIS MosEKE

TERRE HAUTE, INDIANA Our Spring season started with a Beeline Fashion Show held at the Central Christian Church, with Nellie Morris, chairman. Ruth Hoare, owner of Famous Brands Shoes, donated a pair of shoes and a handbag to sell, as well as furnishing the shoes for our beautiful models, who were the Beta Upsilon actives. Not only did we sell fashionable summer clothes, but cokes, coffee, homemade candy and cookies. The treasury is a bit fuller now.

ROCHESTER, NEW YORK In keeping with the chilly spring, the temperature was far too low for an outdoor picnic, but Lorraine R appenecker's r I attractive summer patio area provided a comfortable indoor-outdoor background for food, chatter and business at our June 9 meeting.

We were so happy to have Mrs. Earl Karkcr of Toronto, Canada with us. For many years she was the school nurse at R.I. T . and served as advisor to the girl's whose sorority later became our Gamma Iota Chapter of A 2.A. What a happy reunion it was for those who knew and loved her, and what pleasure for the rest of us to meet her. We felt lucky, too, that Ruth Puis n n had returned from jaunts to the West Indies and Italy in time to be with us.

After enjoying a delicious buffet, we had a business meeting and election of officers. Cynthia Hurley r I

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As a hobby and a service to the blind, Katherine Becker of the Terre Haute Alumnae chapter transcribes books into braille. Seated at her brailler, she is presently translating a medical secretary book into braille for the Indiana School for the Blind in Indianapolis. She is also transcribing "Northanger Abbey" by fane Austen, for the Library of Congress. She receives no pay for this work.

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The annual Picnic was held May 14 at the home of Kermit Cochran, in Ril ey. After a wonderful dinner, we elected our new vice president, Miss Jane Anderson, who is a French teacher at Garfield High School.

Our City, as well as Alpha Sigma Alpha was honored as Ruth Hoare was selected to participate in the first National Convention of the National Federation of Independent Business in Washington, D.C . Ruth is also our new president.

School is closed, and we are all hunting through our closets and basements for a garage sale to be h eld this week at the home of Rachel Davis.

Miss Katherine Becker transcribes books into braille for the blind. The Library of Congress awarded her the certificate upon her completion of a correspondence course, which is provided by the library. Miss Becker has her own brailler, a machine with which to do the transcribing, and is providing a much needed service through her work.-ODESSA HYLTON

to have as our guests the girls from Conway, Arkansas, and Tahlequah as well as alums from Batlesville, Muskogee, Oklahoma City and Sapulpa.

The Club Room at the Fulton Plaza Apartments was the setting for our June meeting, a pot-luck dinner hosted

by Ellen Funk BA. The dinner was followed by an impressive candle lighting installation service.

- LORA PATTERSON SIPES

TULSA, OKLAHOMA We seem to be rushing the season here in June to greet you in the fall but we do hope you had as happy and eventful year as we. Our good attendance and unusual interest at each meeting was due to the devoted efforts of our efficient out-going president Eloise Fry Woods Br who was presented with three charms for her bracelet for two years service.

Rita Gilstrap Miller Br in her own gracious manner also just completed her term of office as president of Tulsa City Panhe llenic. She kept the writer busy on a project that cleared $1000 .00 to provide glasses for needy school children but I enjoyed working with the other sororities.

Our April meeting was at the home of Lavelle Short Dugger Br with Nancy Cooper Kazmierski HH and Bobbie Thompson Burwell Br putting the finishing touches on our preparations for State Day April 24 and what a great day that was. It was really a homecoming for Judy Winter ZZ national vice president who had served as our president in 1956. It was also a great occasion

I sabel Reeve AA (left) from Tulsa chats with Oklahoma City, Musk ogee and Bartlesville guests at Oklahoma State Day.

WASHINGTON, D. C. For th eir last meeting of the year in May, Washington, D. C. alums and their husbands enjoyed a cookout at the lovely home of Janice Haydel BZ. We were glad to meet Annalee Ziman' s BX mother who was visiting her from Phoenix, Arizona. We missed Alice Larkin Craig 6.6. and Harold as they were in the midst of plans to sail for England for a six-week vacation. Martha Ayres AB was driving through southern Portugal and Spain with a friend and throughly enjoyed her experiences there.

Helen L ortz EE will have a brief assignment in Paraguay this summer in connection with her work in the Food for Peace Program. J udykay Raymer Hartzell r A and her husband were planning a Texas vacation. Our chapter is continuing its interest in mentally retarded children by sending financial contributions to the D. C. Help for R etarded Children program.- MARTHA AYRES

WILMINGTON, DELAWARE

Joining Rhetta Robinson Br, (left) Tulsa alum, at the State Day luncheon were special guests Judy Winter ZZ, Helen Malone Br, and Judy Blanke Br, collegiate president.

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We Wilmington Alums are looking forward with much enthusiasm to the events which should be occurring at the University of D elaware this fall. A representative of the college local which is to become an Alpha Sigma Alpha chapter attended our last meeting of the year and seemed most eager to become an Alpha Sig. We have five or six alums living in Newark who are especially looking forward to their association with our new chapter.-MAc PELLEGRENE

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memoriam Memorial contributions may be made to the Alpha Sigma Alpha National Philanthropic Fund. An acknowledgement of such a gift is sent to the family of the person in whose memory it is given and to the donor.

Alpha

Eta Eta

Louise Cox Carper, Founder

Jacqueline Koontz Victor

Alpha Alpha

Theta Theta

Iris Williams Roberts

Glenna Mary Gibson Charlotte Adams Johnson

Alpha Beta Virginia Shouse Furlong Daisy Reid Evans Eugenia Ringo Moorman

Lambda Lambda Eleanor Elizabeth Wnght Sara Long Ernst i\tlu Mu

Alpha Gamma Zola Grumbling Hess Ruth Ritchey Brice Lois Beswick Hall Clara Laing Smith Marion Kaylor Price Florence Marie Barclay June Wilgus Reed

Sara Garrett Bussing

Pi Pi Helen Pratt New

Chi Chi Lena Headington Grumme Mildred Hanger Lanum

Beta Beta Elaine Ishikawa Kitagawa

Beta Delta Laura McCardle Abel

Gamma Gamma Barbara Card Dunn Laura Mayfield Harper

Beta Theta Mary Frances Theobald

Beta Lambda Delta Delta

Ida Parker Borders

Lillian Goff Maynard

Beta Phi Epsilon Epsilon

Penny Radke

Rosalie Brigham Ruggles Catherine Edith Strouse

Gamma Epsilon Catherine Murphy Daleiden

Zeta Zeta Jewell Banks Jacobson Ethel I. Phillips

Gamma Theta Kathleen Jennifer Gonsiorowski THE PHOENIX

ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA DIRECTORY FOUNDED Longwood College, Farmville, Virginia, November 15, 1901

FOUNDERS Mrs. W. B. Carper (Louise Cox), (deceased) Mrs. H . E. Gilliam (] uliette Hundley), (deceased) Miss Mary Williamson Hundley, (deceased) Mrs. J ohn Walton Noell (Virginia Boyd), (deceased)

NATIONAL CHAIRMEN Chairman of Advisors-Mrs. William B. Niemeyer (Anne Petree) AA, 6278 Guinea Road, Loveland, Ohio 45140 Chairman of Colonies-Mrs . Dennis P. White (Marlys Jarrett) BB, 11655 Grant Ave., D enver, Colorado 80233

Mrs. P. W. Wootton (Calva Hamlet Watson), (deceased)

Constitution Chairman-Mrs. James T. Francis (Frances Jobson) BE, 602 Devon Rd., Richmond, Virginia 23229

NATIONAL COUNCIL

Music Chairman-Mrs. Donald M. Pease (Susan Ross) HH, 517 N. Hamilton, Olathe, Kansas 66061

President Emerita-Mrs. Fred M. Sharp (Wilma Wilson) ZZ, 1405 Hardy, Independence, Missouri 64053 President-Mrs. George D. Linton (MaryAnn Sidehamer) rH, 646 James Lane, River Vale, New Jersey 07675 Vice President of Development-Mrs. George G. Gatseos (Esther Kauffman) BB, 6659 E . Eastman Ave., Denver, Colorado 80222 Vice President of Collegiate Program-Mrs. Ronald Keeley (Ethel Schmitz) BH, 1721 Avenue E, Bismarck, North Dakota 58501 Vice President of Alumnae Program-Mrs. Weldon J. Winter (Judy DeMasters) ZZ, 501 Wedgewood Dr., Blue Springs, Missouri 64015 Secretary-Mrs. James A. Weaver (Jean Moore) BN, 866 Cernicek Lane, Ferguson, Missouri 63135 Treasurer-Mrs . Stewart W. K oenemann (Bonnie Payne) ZZ, 1230 Hoyt Dr., St. Louis, Missouri 63137 NPC Delegate- Mrs. Joseph H. Backsman (Mary Goeke) AA, 1361 Oak Knoll Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio 45224

Philanthropic Chairman-Mrs. Gary G . H endren (Lonna McComas) AB, 2247 Murray Forest Dr., Hazelwood, Missouri 63042 Program Chairman-Mrs. Thomas L. Shupe (Bernice Baur ) B8, 1861 Pinneborg R oad, Elkton, Michigan 48731 Ritual Chairman- Mrs. Brian L. Cordle (Marieanne Abney) PP, 605 5th St. W, Huntington, West Virginia 25701 Rush Chairman-Mrs. Jerry Shiverdecker (Elaine Rahaim) Btl. , Town and Campus Apts. # 11 , Fulton, Missouri 65 25 1 Scholarship Chairman-Mrs . J ohn L. Falcon (Nunie R oque) BZ, 6706 Indian Lake, Missouri City, Texas 77459 Standards Chairman-Mrs . E. Wayne Haydel (Janice Hinrichs) BZ, 11807 Old Gate Place, Rockville, Maryland 20852

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Editor, Miss Judith A. H olman 88, 1376 Columbine, Apt. 204, Denver, Colorado 80206

Editor-Judith A. H olman 88, 1376 Columbine Apt. 204, Denver, Colorado 80206

Headquarters Executive-Rose Marie Fellin BL, 1001 E. Harrison, Springfield, Missouri 65804

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NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS 1201 E. Walnut Springfield, Missouri 65802 Miss Rose Marie Fell in Executive Secretary

Collegiate Editor-Mrs. Philip Wallick,. Jr. (Betty Urban) ZZ, 676 Park Ave., York, Pennsylvania 17402

NATIONAL PANHELLENIC CONFERENCE Alpha Sigma Alpha Delegate-Mrs. Joseph H. Backsman (Mary Goeke) AA, 1361 Oak Knoll Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio 45224 路 Alternate Delegate-Mrs. George D . Linton (MaryAnn Sidehamer) rH, 646 James Lane, River Vale, New Jersey 07675 Second Delegate-Mrs. George G . Gatseos (Esther Kauffman) BB, 6659 E. Eastman, Denver, Colorado 80222

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Spotlight Editor-Miss Paula Cyrus PP, 624 High Street, St. Albans, West Virgina 25177 Art Director-Mrs. Jerry Shiverdecker (Elaine Rahaim) Btl., Town and Campus Apts. # 11, Fulton, Missouri 65251 Historian-Mrs. Bob A. Williams (Nancy Martin) XX, 5310 Graceland Ave., Indianapolis, Indiana 46208

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CHAPTER OFFICERS' CALENDAR (MAIL TO YOUR P ROVINCE DIRECTOR UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED ON FORM)

COLLEGIATE CHAPTERS GENERAL

DECEMBER 10 Report ASA-34 to National Headquarters due 10 days following start of each semester or quarter

President

Letter

Recording Secretary

Report ASA-705R

Vice President and Editor

Chapter Newsletter

Treasurer

Reports ASA-1, ASA-Ib, ASA-Ic

Rush Chairman

Report ASA-214 and ASA-215 due 10 days following Formal Rush

President

Scholarship Chairman

Membership Director

Report ASA-69

Magazine Chairman

Letter

Panhellenic Representati ve

Letter

Philanthropic Chairman

Report SA-301

Rush Chairman

Report ASA-216

Report ASA-201

OCTOBER 10 President

Report ASA-37 Directory ASA-38

JANUARY 10 Vice President

Letter

Corresponding Secretary

Report ASA-703C

Treasurer

Reports ASA-1, ASA-Ib, ASA-Ic

Recording Secretary

Report ASA-705R

Correspo nding Secretary

Report ASA-701C

Treasu rer

Letter to National Treasurer Reports ASA-1 , ASA-Ib, ASA- Ic Report ASA-7

Editor

Copy for Spring Phoenix

Chaplain

Letter

Membership Director

Repo rt SA-54

Philanthropic C hairman

Editor

Copy for Winter Phoenix

Dead line for all National Philanthropic Scholarship Applications ASA-303 and/or ASA-304

Chaplain

Report ASA-631

Magazine Chairman

Letter

FEBRUARY 10

Music Chairman

Report ASA-376

President

Letter

Panhell enic Representative

Report ASA-411 College Panhellenic Constitution and By-Laws College Panhe!lenic Handbook for Rushees

Recording Secretary

Report ASA-705R

Parliamentarian

Rush Chairman Scholarship Chairman Standards Chairman

Letter

Treasurer

Reports ASA-1, ASA-Ib , ASA-Ic

Membership D irector

Report ASA-70 Favorite Devotional

Report ASA-211 Letter

Chaplain Magazine Chairman

Letter

Letter

Music Cha irman

Report ASA-377

Report ASA-326

Panhellenic Representative

Report ASA-412

Parliamentarian

Letter

Philanthropic Chairman

Report ASA-305

Rush Chairman

Letter

NOVEMBER 10 President

Letter

Vice Pres ident

Letter

MARCH 10

Recording Secretary

Report ASA-705R

President

Treasurer

Reports ASA-1, ASA-Ib, ASA-Ic Returning Fees ASA-5

Membership Director

Report SA-68 Report AA-64b

Directory ASA-41 Report ASA-40 Award Form ASA-47a Award Form ASA-47-b Award Report ASA-47c

Vice President

Letter

Chaplain

Letter

Recording Secretary

Report ASA-705R

Philanthropic Chai rm an

Letter

Corresponding Secretary

Report ASA-704C

Rush Chairman

Report ASA-21 2

Treasurer

Reports ASA-1, ASA-Ib, ASA-Ic

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Membership Director

Report ASA-71 Report ASA-60

Editor

Report ASA-'227 Copy for Summer Phoenix

Rush Chairman

Report ASA-2 13

ALUMNAE CHAPTERS

PRESIDENT October

IS

Send Special Survey to Vice President of Alumnae Program, Mrs. Weldon ] . Win ter, SO l Wedgewood Drive, Blue Springs, Missouri 6401S

November

IS

Send Nomination for Wilma Wilson Sharp Award ASA-50 1 to Vice Pres1dent of Alumnae Program

APRIL 10 President

Letter

Recording Secret ary

Report ASA-70SR Letter

Correspond ing Secret a ry

Letter

Treasurer

Reports ASA-1 , ASA- lb, ASA- lc

C hapla in

Report ASA-643

Magazine Chairm an

Letter

Panhellenic Representati ve

Report ASA-413

Parli amentarian

Letter

Philanthropic Chai rman

Report ASA-302

Rush Chai rman

Letter

Scholarship Chairman

Letter

Standards Ch a irman

Letter

Send yea rbook and money-making project to Vice President of Alumnae Program February

10

Send one copy of Philanthropic Report ASA-S04 to Vice President of Alumnae Program and one copy to the National Philanthropic Chairrnan, Mrs. Gary G. Hendren, '2247 Murray Forest Drive, H azelwood, Missouri 63042

Ap ril

Send Ballot for Wilma Wilson Sh arp Award ASA-502 to Vice President of Alumnae Program

j une

Send Annual Report ASA-S03 to Vice Pres ident of Alumnae Program Send one copy of Election Report Form ASA-114 to Alpha Sigma Alpha National H eadquarte rs, 1201 E .

Walnut, Springfield , Missouri 65802, and one copy to Vice President of Alumnae Program.

MAY 10 President

Report ASA-42 Report ASA-47

Vice President

Report ASA-403

Recording Secretary

Report ASA-70SR

Treasurer

Reports ASA-1, ASA-lb, ASA-lc Letter

Membershi p Director

Report ASA-72

Editor

Report ASA-226

Music Chai rman

Letter

Philanthropic Chairman

Letter

Rush Chairman

Letter

TREASUR ER October

Report ASA-202

Standards Cha irman

Letter

Deadline for filing Form 990 with Director of Intern al Reven ue for your district

November

15

Send National Alumnae Dues, Form ASA-116 to National Headquarters, 1201 E. Walnut , Springfi eld , Missouri 65802 Send Philanthropic Fund Contribution , F o r m ASA-Sl2 to National Philanthropic C hairman, Mrs. Gary G. Hendren, '2247 Murray Forest Drive, Hazelwood, Missouri 63042

june Scholarship Chairman

IS

IS

Send Annual Financ ial Report ASA-Sll President of Alumnae Program

to Vice-

ALUMNAE EDITOR JUNE 10 President

Letter

Recordin g Secretary

Report ASA-70SR

Treasurer

Reports ASA-1 , ASA-lb, ASA-lc

Editor

Copy for Fall Phoenix

Panhellenic Representative

Letter

October

10

Copy for the Winter Phoenix to National Alumnae Editor

jan uary

10

Copy for the Spring Phoenix to National Alumnae Editor

March

10

Copy for the Summer Phoenix to Nat ional Al umnae Editor

june

10

Copy for the Fall Phoenix to National Alumnae Editor

JULY 10 Treasurer

Report ASA-7 Report ASA-11 Internal Revenue Form 990

MAGAZINE CHAIRMAN November

15

November

2S

Program

AUGUST 10 President

FALL 1971

Letter Report ASA-43

Sales Promotion Letter to Vice President of Alumnae

Send Christmas subscriptions to Alpha Sigma Alpha Magazine Agency, 1201 E . Walnut, Spnngfield, Missouri 65802

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PROVINCE DIRECTORS AREA NAME

COLLEGIATE CHAPTERS

ALUMNAE CHAPTERS

I

Mrs. Walter Cox 17 Long Meadow Road Portsmouth, Rhode Island 02871

Gamma Iota Gamma Tau, Gamma Phi

Boston, Buffalo, Long Island, Rochester, Queens

II

Miss Paula Cyrus 624 High Street St. Albans, West Virginia 25117

Alpha Gamma, Gamma Eta, Gamma Omicron, Gamma Xi; Gamma Psi

Central Pennsylvania, Delaware Valley, Pittsburgh

III

Mrs. W. Stanton May 396 Maple Avenue Apt. A Jessup, Maryland 20794

Kappa Kappa, Nu Nu, Delta Gamma, Delta Epsilon, Gamma Rho

Allen town-Bethehem Easton, Northern New Jersey, Wilmington, Washington D.C.

IV

Miss Barbara Lou Ripp 610 S. Main Street Bel Air, Maryland 21014

Alpha, Rho Rho, Beta Epsilon, Beta Iota, Beta Pi, Gamma Kappa

Beckley, Charleston, Huntington, Norfolk, Northern Virginia, Richmond

v

Miss Anna Williams 1043 St. Patrick Lafayette, Louisiana 70501

Beta Delta, Beta Zeta, Gamma Sigma

Hattiesburg, Jackson, Lafayette, Monroe, New Orleans, Southwest Louisiana

VI

Mrs. Harold McQueen 3610 Faculty Drive Indianapolis, Indiana 46224

Alpha Alpha, Chi Chi, Beta Upsilon

Anderson, Butler County, Calumet Region, Cincinnati, Columbus, Dayton, ElkhartGoshen, Fort Wayne, IndianaKentucky, Indianapolis, Newark -Zanesville, Richmond, Terre Haute, South Bend

VII

Mrs. Kenneth Morris 807 South Douglas Mt. Pleasant, Michigan 48858

Beta Psi, Beta Theta Gammu Mu

Akron, Detroit (Delta Rho).

Detroit (Delta Phi) , Detroit (Sigma Rho Chi) , Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Pontiac, Toledo

VIII

Mrs. R. D. Lineback 538 Hawkeye Drive Iowa City, Iowa 52240

Beta Rho, Delta Zeta, Gamma Lambda, Gamma Epsilon, Beta Phi, Delta Eta, Gamma Beta

Chicago, Chicago North, Chicago South, Chicago West, DeKalb, Des Moines, Fox River Valley, Milwaukee, Rockford, Waukegan

IX

Miss Judy Hartman 3040 Lincoln Road Apt. A Indianapolis, Indiana 46222

Beta Kappa, Gamma Omega, Beta Nu, Delta Theta

Louisville, Murray, Paducah

X

Mrs. Royal Lyson Box Hebron, North Dakota 58638

Beta Eta

Dickinson, Omaha, Portland

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XI

Mis Ellen Funk <1652 S. Fulton #202 Tulsa, Oklahoma 74135

lpha Beta, Epsilon Epsilon, Zeta Zeta, Eta Eta, Phi Phi, Beta Sigma, Gamma Pi

Columbia, Emporia, Greater Kan a City, Greater Kansas City# J, Greater Kansas City #2, Kirksville, Maryville, Pttsburg, Springfield, St. Loui , Topeka, Warrensburg, "\1\Tichita

XII

Mrs. Ronald Robin on 5880 S. Joplin Tul a, Oklahoma 74135

Beta Lam bda, Beta Gamma, Beta Mu, Gamma Zeta

Bartlesville, Houston, Little Rock,Muskogee, Oklahoma City, Pine Bluff, Tul a

Xlll

Mrs. ]. Arthur Calvert 7032 E. Latham Scottsdale, Arizona 85257

Beta Beta, Gamma Upsilon

Colorado Springs, Denver, Greeley, Gunnison, Las Vegas, Phoenix, San Bernardino, San Diego, Tucson

XIV

Mrs. Phillip Shettle P.O. Box 698 Kirksville, Missouri 63501

Greater Miami, Mobile, Tri City

Chapter Officers' Efficiency Ratings 1970-1971 TOP TEN Beta Lambda Beta Epsilon Beta Delta Chi Chi Gamma Xi Gamma Psi Alpha Alpha Beta Iota Beta Theta Beta Eta

FALL 1971

95.69 % 94.38% 93.75 % 91.31 % 90.88 % 90.56 % 90.50% 90.50% 89.38 % 89.25 %

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COLLEGIATE CHAPTER DIRECTORY CHAPTER ALPHA

COLLEGE

...................................................... Longwood College

PRESIDENT'S NAME AND ADDRESS Vicki Horner, 320 Stubbs, Farmville, Virginia 23901

ALPHA ALPHA .................................... Miami University

Sally Elliott, McCracken Hall, Oxford, Ohio 45056

ALPHA BETA ....................................... .Northeast Missouri State College

Anne Wilson, 200 Brewer Hall, Kirksvi lle, Missouri 63501

ALPHA GAMMA ..................................Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Natalie Long, 221 Turnbull, Indiana, Pennsylvania 15701

BETA BETA ............................................University of Northern Colorado

Judy Hansen, 1729 Tenth Avenue, Greeley, Colorado 80631

EPSILON EPSILON ............................Kansas State Teachers State College

Paula Gottes, 226 W . 12th, Emporia , Kansas 66801

ZETA ZETA ............................................Central Missouri State College

Sheila O'Connor, BIOS Panhellenic Hall, Warrensburg, Missouri 64093

ETA ETA ............................................... .Kansas State College

Cindy Luckey, 1812 S. Broadway, Pittsburg, Kansas 66762

KAPPA KAPPA ......................................Temple University

Susan Offer, 3142 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia , Pennsylvania 19132

NU NU ................................................... Drexel University

janet Volpe, 420 S. Cedar Lane, Upper Darby, Pennsylvania 19082

RHO RHO .............................................Marshall University

Carol Wolf, 1702 6th Avenue, Huntington, West Virginia 25703

PHI PHI ................................................._Northwest Missouri State College

Janet Rosecrans, 205B Roberta Hall, Maryville, Missouri 64468

CHI CHI ..................................................Ball State University

Janna Libbert, Rogers Hall, Box 81, Muncie, Indiana 47306

PSI PSI ......................................................Northwestern State College

Carrie McClelland, 130 Cypress Avenue, Natchitoches, Louisiana 71457

BETA GAMMA ......................................Northeastern State College

Judy Kaye Blanke, 802 S. College, Tahlequah, Oklahoma 74464

BETA DELTA .....................................-University of Southern Mississippi

Sarah T ompkins, Box 2346, USM, Hattiesburg, Mississippi 39401

BETA EPSILON ................................. ..Madison College

Judy Garnette, Madison College, Box ll OI, Harrisonburg, Virginia 22801

BETA ZETA ............................................University of Southwestern Louisiana

Mona Guidry, 3125 Johnston, Lafayette, Louisiana 70501

BETA ETA ..............................................Dickinson State College

Peg Zander, 830 lith Avenue W, Dickinson, North Dakota 58601

BETA THETA ........................................Central Michigan University

Kristen Evans, 305A Forum, Mt. Pl easant, Michigan 48858

BETA IOTA ........................................ -Radford College

Sylvia Evans, Box 1213, Radford College, Radford, Virginia 24141

BETA KAPPA ........................................Western Illinois University

Donna Whitten, 719 W . Adams, Macomb, Illinois 61455

BETA LAMBDA ......................................State College of Arkansas

Bobbie Koonce, Box 329, SCA, Conway, Arkansas 72032

BETA MU ................................................ Henderson State College

Joyce johnson, Box H-106, HSC, Arkadelphia, Arkansas 71923

BETA NU

Linda Phill ips, 813B Hester Hall , MSU, Murray, Kentucky 42071

.............................................. Murray State University

BETA PI ....................................................Concord College

Katherine May, 404B T owers, Concord College, Athens, West Virginia 247 12

BETA RHO ................ ............................ Northern Illinois University

Myra Rubin, 918 Kimberly Drive, DeKalb, Illinois 60115

BETA SIGMA ......................................... .Southwest Missouri State College

judy Appleby, 704 Florence, Springfield , Missouri 65804

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COLLEGIATE CHAPTER DIRECTORY CHAPTER

COLLEGE

PRESIDENT's NAME AND ADDRESS

BETA UPSILON ................................... .Indiana State University

Linda Williams Ellis, (Mrs. D. Neil). Apt . 219, 201 Crawford Street, Terre Haute, Indiana 47807

BETA PHI .............................................. -Stout State University

Patricia Glines, 11 20 7th Street, Menomonie, Wisconsin 54751

BETA PSI ................................................Western Michigan University

Ann Watt, 1228 California, Apt. 205-B, Kalama zoo, Michigan 49007

GAMMA BETA ·····································-Wisconsin State University

Bonnie Taube!, 1932 College Avenue, Steve ns Point, Wisconsin 54481

GAMMA EPSILON ..............................University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Nancy Buschman, 3316 S. 69th Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53219

GAMMA ZETA .................................... -University of Arkansas-Monticello

Jud y Bates, Box 1310, UAM, Monticello, Arkansas 71655

GAMMA ET A ........................................ Pennsylvania State University

Barbara Farina, 417 Coo per Hall , University Park, Pennsylvania 16802

GAMMA IOTA .................................... - Rochester Institute of Technology

Jan ice Buff, 25 Andrews Memorial Drive, Box 645, Rochester, New York 14623

GAMMA KAPPA ....................... ............. Glenville State College

GAMMA LAMBDA

.........................Loyola University

janet Posey, W omen's Hall, GSC, Glenville, West Virginia 26351 Silvana Filippello, 1254 W. Albion, 3rd Floor, Chicago, Jllinois 60626

GAMMA MU ......................................... Adrian College

Sarah Hise, 211 Herrick Hall , Adrian College, Adri an, Michigan 49221

GAMMA XI ...................................... ........Slippery Rock State College

Gilda Westfall, 227-A Towers Hall, SRSC, Slippery Rock, Penns ylvania 16057

GAMMA OMICRON ......................... .clarion State College

Lea Ward, 211B Nair Hall, CSC, Clarion, Pennsylvania 16214

GAMMA PI ...

..........................Misso uri Valley College

Elaine Daeh ler, Coll ege Center #264, MVC , Marshall , Missouri 65340

GAMMA RHO ........................................East Stroudsburg State Collega

Christine 1830 1

GAMMA SIGMA ................................... Nicholls State University

Mary Robichaux, 2418 W. Park, Houma, Louisiana 70360

GAMMA TAU ........................................C. W . Post College

Linda Delise, 65 E. 19 Street, Huntington Station, New York 11746

GAMMA U PSILON ............................. New Mexico Highlands University

Mrs. Shirley Olsen, Box 164, NMHU, Las Vegas, New Mexico 87701

GAMMA PHI ....................................... ...St. John's University

Geraldine Fagan, St. Johns Unive rsity , c/o ASA, Grand Centra l & Utopia Parkway, j amaica, New York , I 1432

GAMMA PSI ........................................... Edinboro State College

joanne Zappa, Blackwatch #12, Darrow Road, Edinboro, Pennsylva nia 16412

GAMMA OMEGA .................................. Eastern lllinois University

Gail Roberts, 838 Seventh Street, Charleston, Illinois 61920

DELTA GAMMA ................................... West Chester State College

Vicki Miller, Seve n Oakes Apartment, W est Chester, Pennsylvania 19380

DELTA EPSILON ......... .......................Mansfield State College

Denise Camoni, Maple B, MSC, Mansfie ld, Pennsylva nia 16933

DELTA ZETA ......................................... Wisconsin State UniversityWhitewater

jude Korol, 120 S. Cottage, Whitewater, Wisconsi n 53 190

DELTA ETA ........................................... DePaul University

Mary Greschek, 3304 N. Laramie Avenue, Chicago lllinois 6064 1

DELTA THETA COLONY ...............Southern lllinois University

Susan Schwartz, Small Group Housing !01, ASA House, Carbondale, Jllinois 62901

FALL 1971

Rohr,

336

Normal

Street,

East Stroudsburg,

Pennsylvania

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ALUMNAE CHAPTER DIRECTORY Akron, Ohio-Mrs . James C. Cowan, 1086 Columbus, Barberton, Ohio 44203

Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, Pa.-M r s. joseph J. Her.;h, Ravenswood., R.D. #2, Allentown, Pa. 18103

Anderson,

Indiana-Mrs. jack Huffman , 1015 Oakland Drive, Anderson, Indiana 46012

Bar-tlesville, Oklahoma-Miss Norma Jean Lloyd ,

Fort Wayne, Indiana-Mrs. David Skelton, 4257 Goeglein Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46715

Fox River Valley (Green Bay) Wisconson-Mrs. Richard Zurawski, 1371 Dousman, Green Bay, Wisconsin 54303

Grand Rapids, Michigan-Miss Margaret Rittenger, 2445 Abbington Drive SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506

309 E . 5th St. Apt. 3, Bartlesville, Oklahoma 74003

Greeley, Colorado-Mrs. Ted P. Sutter, Rt. l,

Beckley, West Virginia-Mrs. Willie). Chandler,

Gunnison, Colorado-Mrs. Evelyn Frasier, 410

301 N. Vance Drive, Beckley, West Virginia 25801

Boston, Mass.-Mrs. Edward Palmer, 11 Golden Avenue, Arlington, Mass . 02174

Buffalo, New York-Mrs. Roger Kobee, 161 Avalon Drive, Snyder, New York 14226

Butler County, Ohio-Mrs. jack Heck , 913 Golfview Drive, Hamilton, Ohio 45013

Calum et Region, Indiana-Mrs. Gerald Schenkel Carolina, Highland, Indiana 46322

Box 160, Eaton, Colorado 80615 N. Wisconsin, Gunnison, Colorado 81230

Hattiesburg, Mississippi-Mrs. William Harvey Poirier, 507 S. 21st Avenue, Hattiesburg, Mississ ippi 39401

Houston, T exas-Mrs . john L. Falcon. 6706 Indian Lake, Missouri City, Texas 77459 HtLntington. W est Virginia-Mrs. Fred Buchanan, 422 Wilson Court, Huntington, West Viriginia 25701

Indiana-Kentucky-Mrs. Lee M. Riggs, R.R. #2, Poseyville, Indiana 47633

Central Pennsylvania-Mrs. Ralph Peters, 402 Charleston, W est Virginia-Miss Sharon Burton , 800 Roundhill Road, Charleston, West Virginia 25314

jackson, Miss issippi- Mrs. Charles Busby, 3700

Lombard, Illinois 60148

Chicago

North Suburban-Mrs. Kenneth DeMono, 1520 Tyrell, Park Ridge, Illinois 60068

Chicago South Suburban -

Mrs. Robert Dean Richards, SIS Homan, Park Forest, Illinois 60466

Mrs. Frank Ehlschlaeger, 7547 Woodridge Drive, 'Noodridge, Illinois 60515

Cincinnati, Ohio-Mrs. Simon Ander.;on, 1034 Clifton Hills Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45220

Colorado Springs, Colorado-Mrs . Robert Hamil-

rick, 509 E. 49002

Melody,

Mrs. Frederick KirkpatKalamazoo, Michigan

Greater Kansas City-Mrs . Raymond McGuire,

wood, Centerville, Ohio 45459

DeKalb, Illinois- Mrs. Willis Charles Clark, 133 jane Dr., Elgin, Illinois 60120

Delaware Valley, Pa .-Mrs. Stephen F. Thomas, 341 Milford 19353

Road ,

Lionville,

Pennsyl vania

Denver, Colorado-Mrs. Carl johnson, 420 W .

Quinn Pl., Denver, Colorado 80236

Des Moines, Iowa-Mrs . H. W. Wheeldon, 2615 Arthur, Des Moines, Iowa 50317

Detroit, Michigan (Delta Phi)-Mrs. Albert F. Boening, 527 N. Cranbrook Road, Birm ingham, Michigan 48009

Detroit, Mich igan (Delta Rho)- Mrs . Thomas Hannan, 16903 La u d e r, Detroit, Michigan

48235 Detroit Michigan (Sigma Rho Chi)-Mrs. john

21st Ave nue, Em pori a, Kansas 66801

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Mrs. Thomas R . Heird , 205 West 34th, Pine Bluff, Arkansas 71601

Pittsburg, Kansas -

Mrs. Bob Seifers, 1307 S. Homer, Pittsburg, Kansas 66762

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania -

Mrs. Ernest Lewis

105 Clearview Drive,

McMurray,

Pa. 15317

Pontiac, Michigan-Mrs. Andre DeWilde, 3411 Portland, Oregon-Mrs. E. P. Weber, 6521 NE Qu eens, L.I., New York-Miss joan Breglio, 670 Richmond, Indiana-Mrs. William C. Weller,

Rochester, New York-Mi ss Cynthia Hurley, 166

Kir ksv ille, Missouri-Mr.;. Stanley Bohon, 161 6

Rockford, Illinois-Mrs. Jon Heiman, 6325 Park

S. Lewis, Kirksville, Missouri 63501 St. Patrick, Lafayette, Louisiana 70501 Connor Hall , Las Vegas, New Mexico 87701

Little Rock, Arkansas-Mrs. Frederick T. Krug, #6 Arcadia. Little Rock, Arkansas 72205

Long Island, New York-Mrs. Leslie Banta, 1204 East View Ave., Wantagh, New York 11793

Lou isv ille, Kentuck y-Mrs. Melvyn L. Jones, 7017 Ashby Lane, Valley Station, Kentucky 40172

Maryville, Missouri- Mrs. William R. O 'Riley, 1135 N.

College Drive,

Maryville, Missouri

64468 Greater Miami, Florida-Mrs . Francis Russel Gallagher, 3825 S.W . 60th Place, Miami, Florida 33 155

Milwaukee, Wi scons in- Mrs . john Kowalski, 3350 W . Vogel Ave., Greenfield , Wisconsin 53221

Mobile, Alabama-Mrs. j ohn A. Tharp, 302 McDona ld, Mobile, Alabama 36604

Monroe, Louisiana-Mrs. W . D. Ballard, 2119 Oliver Rd., Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Muncie, Indiana-Mrs . Arch McCormick, RR 3, Box 323, Muncie, Indiana 47303

Muskogee, Oklahoma-Mrs. Robert H. Murray,

Emporia, Kansas-Mrs. H . R. Waltz, 2307 W .

Pine Bluff, Arkansas -

Mrs. Robert C. Aitchi son, 6387 Linden, Prairie Village, Kansas 66208

Dickin son, N orth Dakota- Mrs. Dennis Navrot,

Old Orchard Lane, Elkhart, Indiana 465 14

Magnolia, Murray, Kentucky 42071

Phoenix, Arizona-Mrs. J. Arthur Calvert, 7032 E. Latham, Scottsdale, Arizona 85257

23235

Greater Kansas Group #2 -

Murray, Kentucky-Miss Frances Armstrong, Rt.

Elkhart-Goshen, Indian a--Mrs. Larry Morr. 1911

92nd Ave., Omaha, Nebraska 68127

Paducah, Kentucky-Mrs. Max H. Brandon, 1617

Jr., 335 SW 15th St., Richmond, Indiana 47375

Dunn, 28656 Bannockburn Drive, Farmington, Michigan 48024 258 E . 12th Street, Dickinson, North Dakota 58601

Omaha, Nebraska-Mrs. David Kolenda, 4845 S.

Richmond, Virginia- Mrs. L. Dennis Pounds, 2032 Woodmont Drive, Richmond, Virgini a,

Las V egas, New Mexico-Miss Valerie Ah Sing,

singham, Columbus, Ohio 43209

2509 N.W. 6lst, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73112

Greater Kansas Ci.ty Group #1-Mrs . john Hayes,

Columbia, Missouri-Mrs. Kenneth McGee, 12

Dayton, Ohio-Mrs. Hugh Ayles, 5440 Royal-

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma-Mrs. L . A. Burtner,

803 W. 69 Terr., Kansas City, Missouri 64113

Lafayette, Louisiana--Miss Ann Williams, 1043

Columbus, Ohio-Mrs. Steve Lowe, 1134 S. Cas-

Northern. Virginia - Miss Margaret Anderson, 5001 Seminary Road, Alexandria, Va. 22311

6th Place, Garden City, New York 11530

ton Nicoll , 3001 Drakestone Drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80909 Southside Trailer Court, Columbia, Missouri 65201

Mrs. Edward Duty, 6 Eton, Livingston, New jersey 07039

29th, Portland, Oregon, 97211

Kalamazoo, Michigan -

3619 S. Del aware, Independence, Missouri 64055

Chicago West Suburban

N orthern N ew Jersey -

Reese Rd., Ortonville, Michigan 48462 Kings Highway, Jackson, Mississippi 39216

Chicago, Illinois-Mrs. Tom Parvin, 419 Meadow,

E. Meadowwood Drive, Chesapeake, Virginia 23321

Kuno , Jr.,

lndi,puzpolis, Indiana -

Mrs. ). F. Nease, Jr., 3000 S. Lynhurst #29, Indianapolis, Indiana 46241

Candlewyck Road, Camp Hill, Pa. 17011

Norfolk, Virginia-Mrs. Raymond Ohmsen, 2881

1, Lynn Grove, Kentucky 42062 909 H orn, Muskogee, Oklahoma 74401

New Orleans, Louisiana- Mrs. Thomas R. War-

Evandale Road, Rochester, New York 14618 Ridge Rd., Loves Park, IL 61111

St. Louis , Missouri-Mrs . Gary Hendren, 2247 Murray Forest Driv.e, Bridgeton, Missouri 63044

San Bernardino, California-Mrs. Andrew Simon, 9236 Mango Avenue, Fontana, California 92335

San Diego, California -

Mrs. Richard Pietras, 6917 Lipman St., San Diego, California 92122

South B'end, Indiana-Miss judy Heuman, 125 Rue Mallarme Apt . 2113, South Bend, Indiana 46615

Southeast

Louisiana-Mrs . john W. Stafford , P.O. Box 152, Labadieville, Louisiana 70372

Springfield, Missouri-Mrs. Ron Miller, Route 2, Rogersville, Missouri 65742

T erre Haut e, Indiana,-Mrs. Ruth Hoare, Rt. I, W . Terre Haute, Indiana 47885

T opeka, Kansas-Mrs. Gary Simms, R.R. #1, Berryton, Kansas 66409

Tri-City at Clearwater, St. Petersburg & Tampa, Florida-Mrs. Calvin Chase, 210 S. Corona , C leanvater, Florida 33515

Tucson, Arizona-Mrs. joan Ridder, 902 Carnegie Drive, Tucson , Arizona 85710

Tulsa, Oklahoma -

Miss Ellen Funk, 4652 S. Fulton, Apt. 202, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74135

Warrenburg, Missouri (Wilma Wilson Sharp) Mrs. Donald See, 326 jones Avenue, Warrensburg, Missouri 64093

Washington, D.C.-Miss Lois Beers, 2828 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, D.C . 20008

Waukegan, Illinois -

Mrs. john Wallace, 30 1 Burton, Waukegan, Illinois 60085

rick, 5543 Charlotte Drive, New Orleans, Louisiana 70122

Wichita, Kansas-Mrs. Robert Eckstrom, 933 Red

Newark-Zanesville, Ohio-Mrs. Leon Kennedy, 65 22nd St., Newark, Ohio 43055

Wilmin gton, Delaware-Mrs. Paul Hauser, 20

Ba rn Lane, Wichita , Kansas 67212 Perth Dri ve, Wilmington, Deleware 19803

THE PHOENIX

TO ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA PARENTS Your daughter's sorority magazine is sent to her home address while she is in college, and we hope that you enjoy it. If she is no longer in college and is not living at home, please send her new permanent address to Alpha Sigma Alpha National Headquarters, 1201 East Walnut, Springfield, Missouri 65802