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Amanda Harless, left, director of Greek affairs at Elon College, presents chapter president Heather Rushforth , L\P, with the "Sorority Chapter of Excellence" and "Most Improved Sorority" awards.

Outstanding chapter recognized Delta Rho Chapter at Elon College, NC, was recently recognized by its panhellenic council for exemplary standards and advisory involvement.

The chapter was recognized as the "Most Improved Chapter," "Sorority Chapter of Excellence," and advisor Rhonda Belton, Delta Rho, was recognized as "Advisor of the Year."

Qualifications for "Sorority Chapter of Excellence" include: academic achievement, chapter education, intramural involvement, community service and leadership involvement in campus organizations.

Advisor Rhonda Belton, 11P, and 1994 national convention initiate, was awarded "Advisor of the Year" for her contributions and continuous support of the women of Delta Rho Chapter.

Two new alumnae chapters formed The national council of Alpha Sigma Alpha has recently granted charters to two new alumnae chapters.

The Wiscota Area, WI/Ml,

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Alumnae Chapter was formed in November 1994 when 12 alumnae of Zeta Beta Chapter at University of Wisconsin-River Falls met in St. Paul, MN. For more information, please contact president Rae McNeely Hawn, 315 County Rd. B2 W., Roseville, MN 55113.

The Detroit Suburban Alumnae Chapter was formed in January by five alumnae members of Delta Nu-A Chapter at GMl Engineering and Management Institute. For more information, please contact president Lisa Manning, 6647 Cross Creek Dr., Washington, Ml 48094.

Hazing update: Another chapter put on probation The national council of Alpha Sigma Alpha recently placed another chapter on two years probation for hazing.

This brings to four the number of Alpha Sigma Alpha chapters currently on probation for hazing.

Four other chapters have completed their probation periods, also for hazing.

Since 1992, the national council has taken a strong stand against any form of hazing because of its hannful effects and because it is contrary to the ideals espoused in the sorority's aims and creed. The Encounter: A Lifetime Membership Program was developed as a direct

result of the concern over hazing.

Any collegiate member, parent, alumna or advisor aware of hazing in an AlA chapter should contact national headquarters, 1201 E. Walnut, Springfield, MO 65802, 417-869-0980.

a 50-mile radius of Manhattan.

The deadline for applications is July 1. For an application and for further information, contact Jennifer Frankel, 298 Mulberry St., Apt. 6-0, New York, NY 10012, 212-966-0336.

New job opportunity at national headquarters Lisa Tait, fH, Alpha Sigma Alpha executive director, has announced the addition of a Director of Publications, Alumnae Services and Special Programming to the national headquarters staff.

Primary responsibilities will include writing and designing for all sorority publications, including handbooks, manuals, newsletters and The Phoenix, as well as coordinating support to alumnae members. This staff member also will assist in planning the Emma Coleman Frost Leadership Development Institutes and the national convention.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Alpha Sigma Alpha or a distinct desire to learn, editing and writing skills, desk-top publishing skills with PageMaker or QuarkXPress, Mac or PC knowledge and verbal communications skills. Candidate must have experience in or a desire to learn about meeting/ event planning.

One year of experience preferred.

Send a resume and writing and desk-top publishing samples to Lisa A. Tait, Executive Director, 1201 E. Walnut, Springfield, MO 65802 or call her, 417-869-0980, for further information.

Correction New York City panhellenic offers graduate scholarship The New York City Alumnae Panhellenic annually awards several scholarships to Greek women who are in good standing with their sorority and pursuing graduate degrees at schools within

The wrong prices appeared in the Burr, Patterson & Auld Company advertisement in the winter 1995 issue. The correct prices can be viewed in the winter 1994 issue. They have an effective date of Oct. 1, 1993.

The Phoenix regrets the error.

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STAFF Feature Editor Lori Muehlbauer Robinson, LlK Rt. 1Box 176-C Falkville, AL 35622 Alumnae Editor Karen Miller Walker, TH 657 Berkshire Dr. State College, PA 16803 Collegiate Editor Nora Ten Broeck, BK 233 W Piper Macomb, IL 61455

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COVER All the rules for rush have changed, and chapters need a marketing strategy for effective membership growth. Members of Beta Kappa at Western Illinois University carry balloons across campus to meet this new challenge.

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Amarketing strategy • • • The goal is to inform each rushee -sell the idea of sorority life to her -sell Al..A to her- above all, sell yourself!

BY ELEANOR BORBAS WILLIAMS, A National Chairman of Rush Rush rules have changed, students have changed, campuses have changed, and now Alpha Sigma Alpha chapters must develop a marketing strategy to change how they rush.

Today's rush rules place the emphasis on conversation and meeting people. No longer are chapters participating in elaborate skits or working for weeks on extensive decorations. Rush activities are being streamlined so

ABOVE: Sell yourself: Just being yourself can have the most impact on a potential member. These Epsilon • Omegas greet rushees during an Informal open house.

RIGHT: Sell sorority: The new rules say no skits, no costumes, more conversation.

Here Beta Kappas take a formal approach to rush by dressing up and showing off their new house.

that more energy and time can be devoted to rushees getting to know members and members getting to know rushees.

The new challenges Chapters are facing new challenges in recruiting members.

Some colleges and universities have had more than 1,200 women registered for formal rush.

And some campuses are having just the opposite problem: few, if any, women are interested in sorority life.

In addition, the profile of the average college student is changing. More and more college students are considered "non-traditional:" they are over the age of 25, are first-generation college students, are coming from single-parent families, are working while attending school and are taking longer than four years to receive their degree. Fraternities and sororities are challenged to find a way to appeal to these individuals.

Now, more than ever, we are having to market

promote what we, as Greek organizations, have to offer.

During the short time

rushee, the goal is to inform her sell the idea of sorority life to her- sell AlA to her-above all, sell yourself!

Marketing know-how is a necessary tool for businesses and any other organization with a product to "sell." Basic marketing skills can help Alpha Sigma Alphas market their chapters and the national organization more effectively within their campuses and communities.

To be successful, there are three points every marketer must know: her product, her audience and her marketing strategy.

Know your product Knowing firsthand what Alpha Sigma Alpha has to offer and what is unique about your chapter is the first step toward successful sorority marketing.

AlAs enjoy: • Lifetime friendships • Academic and educational programming • Leadership development • Scholarship opportunities • Philanthropic projects • Networking potential

Know your audience In order to remain competitive in the recruitment market, AlAs need to idenwy potential members and implement effective strategies to recruit them. According to the National Interfraternity Conference, the rush pool today consists of three types of student: "always-joiners," "never-joiners" and "maybe-joiners."

Always-joiners: These students

Sell AlA: Sharing your time with worthy organizations sends a positive message to potential rushees.

Here Gamma Omegas help the Salvation Army.

Personal guidelines for rush The National Interfraternity Conference suggests these personal guidelines to rushing potential members: • Meet her.

• Make her a friend.

• Introduce her to your friends.

• Introduce her to your sorority.

• Ask her to join.

are Greek legacies, friends of current members or acquaintances of alumnae. Aware of the Greek system's benefits, these women will rush without much active encouragement from individual chapters or the campus panhellenic council. This group has decreased dramatically in the past 30 years.

Never-joiners: Students in this category will not join a Greek organization no matter what effort is put forth by chapters or the campus panhellenic. They have no interest in campus involvement or disagree with the premises of Greek life.

Maybe-joiners: These students comprise the largest group in the

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rush pool. Many of them would be an asset to any chapter but may never rush because they do not have complete information about the Greek system. Their parents are not members of Greek organizations and they do not know anyone who is Greek.

The strategy What is the secret to attracting the "always-joiners" and "maybejoiners" to your chapter? Rush is a 365-day-a-year marketing project.

The greatest percentage of rush takes place outside the weeks the campus panhellenic designates as "formal" or "informal" rush.

Rush is an everyday process.

You sell sisterhood by showing it; by demonstrating your spirit, enthusiasm and cooperation; by being and enjoying yourselves in such a manner that a rushee wants to be a part of it. The image a chapter and its individual members maintain on campus and in the community every day has more impact on the recruitment of new members than the rush parties in which chapters invest much time, effort and money.

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Chapters that maintain successful membership numbers support philanthropic events and sponsor speakers on their campuses. They have high scholastic averages, and their members are involved in a wide range of campus activities. At all times, these chapter members wear their letters proudly and responsibly in public.

Alpha Sigma Alpha membership is the opportunity of a lifetime. Search out the "maybejoiners" on your campus. Show them that A'i.A is what they are looking for, during college and beyond. After all, who would not benefit from leadership and scholarship opportunities, service to others and a lifetime of friendship?

Improve your chapter's rush image Some activities to help improve the chapter image and become known on campus: • Support campus organizations by attending functions and joining.

• Serve as freshmen orientation leaders, assist with move-in.

• Host faculty receptions.

• Sponsor a speaker on an important campus issue.

• Devote time and energy to community service projects and agencies.

• When you have an accomplishment worth boasting about, send press releases and photos to both school and local newspapers.

• Let it be known how your chapter is modernizing itself: new lifetime membership program, new chapter enrichment programs, new scholarship program, new activities, new involvements, new leadership on campus, new goals and direction .

' NATIONAL PANHELLENIC CONFERENCE

26 sororities keep an eye on the future

BY KATHLEEN MASSIE NPC Delegate, Delta Delta Delta

Delegates from all 26 member groups met in Indianapolis, Oct. 21-23, 1994, for the National Panhellenic Conference Annual Meeting.

Representing Alpha Sigma Alpha were Diane Yencic James, HH. delegate; Sidney Gremillion Allen, '¥'~' , first alternate; Vice President of Extension Leslie Maxwell Ziringer, fH, second alternate; and National President Kim Meyer, BB, third alternate. Also in attendance was Executive Director Lisa Tait, fH .

Harriet B. Rodenberg, Sigma Delta Tau, National Panhellenic Conference chairman, presided over the meeting, "Visions - An Eye on the Future."

Legal forum The educational component of the meeting was "In the Company of Women- A Legal Perspective," presented by Tim Burke, attorney with Manley, Burke, Fischer and Lipton, publishers of Fraternal Law; Holly McKiernan, executive liaison and counsel, Alpha Chi Omega; Greg Hauser, attorney with

Walter, Conston, Alexander and Green, chairman of the NIC legal committee; and Dave Westol, executive director, Theta Chi Fraternity.

Issues addressed were university-required relationship agreements, risk management, community living, sexual orientation, HN I AIDS, illegal activities in chapter houses, eating disorders, single sex status and managing liability.

Committee achievements Highlighted during the meeting were the accomplishments of the committees within NPC. The Alumnae Panhellenics Committee announced that 289 chapters offered over $200,000 in scholarships in the past year. The committee worked to promote Adopt-A-School, development of an Alumnae Panhellenic Award and established guidelines for using the Rush Information Form. A sub-committee has been formed to assist in the recruitment of volunteer panhellenic advisors on campuses where there is no advisory leadership.

The College Panhellenics Committee assigned 44 NPC delegation members as area

advisors for the over 600 campuses where college panhellenics are organized. During the past year, NPC has provided seven consulting team visits to assist in strengthening college panhellenics and offering recommendations and solutions.

The Rush 2000 Committee has been charged with investigating rush programming in all parts of the country, in particular, examining rush formats that differ from the traditional. National rush officers of each group will be invited to a seminar during the NPC 1995 meeting.

Business of the conference Resolutions passed by the conference addressed numerous issues, including the development of an educational programming series, "NPC Links," to be offered as a resource for alumnae and college panhellenics.

The conference also approved the expansion of the executive committee to include the chairmen of the college and alumnae panhellenics committees and the establishment of an NPC foundation to provide funds for educational programming.

Key resolutions passed by NPC Sixteen resolutions were passed by the National Pan hellenic Conference. The following are of special interest to college campuses. Alpha Sigma Alpha expects all of its chapters to honor the resolutions passed by NPC. • OH-campus students: Clarifies their status by replacing the word "term" with "an entire academic year" in the NPC Manual of Information.

• Greek councils: Reaffirms that acampus pan hellenic should be formed when acampus has two or more NPC fraternities.

• Over programming: Encourages campus panhellenics to establish procedures for balanced calendars and reasonable award criteria.

• Extension: Assures fairness in extension situations by limiting the contact of NPC groups or members with members of local sorority or interest groups during the affiliation process.

• Total: Requires that acampus pan hellenic consult with area advisors prior to evaluating or changing total.

• Gridlock: Directs that computer bid matching "gridlock" be resolved by the hand-match process.

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Slle.f,JI.JtlfJtier7iwers will have the opportunity to learn more about ;:,zf!lm~~fJI.'I6FS''lO.l拢;~slgoals and how to guide their chapters to new successes.

BY CINDY FUNDIS SMITH, EE National Vice President

of Programs

ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA IS ...

SISTERHOOD: Astrong bond ofunconditionalfriendship.

HERITAGE: Expressed through creed, ritual and history.

LEADERSHIP: Opportunities through involvement in chapter, campus and community.

Don't miss the exciting opportunity to gather with Alpha from their housing Sigma Alphas this savings for this use. summer at four differThe four dates and ent sites to learn, grow sites for the 1995 and renew the bonds of institute are June 16-18 sisterhood at the 1995 at East Stroudsburg Emma Coleman Frost University of Leadership DevelopPennsylvania; June 23ment Institute.

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1\0W \\\a\ a\\l\\\\\ae Leadership. \\\$$0 \\\Ce \0 ~ res\\\\ Q\1\\\1 11 Oo/o All Alpha Sigma 01 er \\\e coun\r11 \l\ra\\O\\ \0 a\\ Alpha collegiate A"iA路 10\l are a\\ \\\S \\ \O come\ chapters are \0 \las\ an\\ \lrese\\\ aft required to send s\s\efS eight members Missouri State (president, vice University, Springfield; president, membership July 28-30 at Ball State director and five others).

University, Muncie, IN; Advisors and national and Aug. 4-6 at James officers are strongly Madison University, encouraged to attend.

Harrisonburg, VA. Cost is $50 per person, Approximately 15-20 and chapters may chapters are assigned to request interest income each institute site.

Dear Emma, 1was extremelr excited about coming to LDI. Ilearned so much. Your video made me gain the enthusiasm to work wllh bettering mr chapter's values and understanding of A'kA.

oearEm. Thank rou so much tor rour Involvement wllh the LDI program, 11 was a wonderful weekend tor all or us. Your lifelong commitment to AJ..A means so much to all or us.

The ever popular T-shirt exchange will be accompanied by chapter starlights, songs and team cheers. Self-esteem, ritual, goal setting, risk management and Greek marketing are a few of the workshops to be facilitated by a team of national officers.

Participants will be able to learn about trust, respect, support and understanding differences between one another in a ropes course or similar activities.

Now in its third biennium, the institute will include team-building activities, opportuniDeal' Emma ties for interaction Thant1top ' and specific ideas lhe LOt. I l'e;:: CORII'ibUI/on to for solutions, as requested in can路twatno lake~I'Retl alot BRill the previous to the l'elt otmy Ch act my ltleas evaluations to be lhe beSIIIJ IDle/'. I 111'/re and the survey lou tlo.

11ha I can be, Just as conducted this past fall. Province The weekend meetings will focus on of individual unique situations to the introspection and chapters in that training, as well as province. Members will the sharing of discuss how their Sisterhood leadership positions and Heritage Leadership chapter goals fit into the will close with an mission of Alpha Sigma awards presentation.

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Two new members elected to council A new Alpha Sigma Alpha national council for 1994-96 was elected at the 1994 national convention in Milwaukee -jive women continued their service while two women were elected to the council for the first time.

Pat Lumpe Hawkins

Ellen Funk Morris

Pat Lumpe Hawkins, Beta Sigma, was elected Alpha Sigma Alpha vice president of finance for the 1994-96 biennium at the 1994 national convention in Milwaukee.

Pat graduated from Southwest Missouri State University in 1974 with a degree in education.

She currently works as a registered representative for Walnut Street Securities, assisting people with financial planning.

Pat has served Alpha Sigma Alpha as an alumnae region director for seven years. She also has served the St. Louis Alumnae Chapter as president, secretary, treasurer and co-panhellenic representative.

Pat and her husband , Bruce, live in Fenton, MO , with their two children, Brian and Lindsey. Pat volunteers as a Sunday school teacher, Boy Scout leader and computer teacher for the second grade at her son's school. Her interests include reading and working in her flower garden.

Ellen Funk Manis, Beta Lambda, was elected national secretary for the 1994-96 biennium.

A graduate of the University of Central Arkansas, Ellen holds a degree in business education. She has worked as an administrative assistant for a medical products manufacturer for 10 years.

Prior to her election to the national council, Ellen was national chairman of scholarship for four years, during which time she compiled the Alpha Sigma Alpha Scholarship Handbook. Other positions she has held include region director, province director, chapter consultant and Beta Beta chapter advisor.

Ellen also has served as president of the Tulsa Alumnae Chapter and secretary and panhellenic representative for the Denver Alumnae Chapter, as well as the Denver-area panhellenic president.

In her collegiate chapter, she was music and social chairman and co-chairman of rush.

Ellen lives in Parker, CO, with her husband, Bob, and her daughter, Ann. She recently completed a 30K bicycle tour benefiting multiple sclerosis, a goal she set for herself following knee surgery last summer. Active in her church, Ellen is a member of"Marthas," a group of women that prepares food for families in immediate need, and serves on the fund-raising council at her daughter's high school.

New members of the 1994-96 national council are, seated from left, Ellen Funk Morris, BA, and Pat Lumpe Hawkins, B'2:. Continuing on the council are, standing from left, Vice President of Programs Cindy Fundis Smith, EE, Vice President of Collegians Suzanne Kilgannon Preston, BI, Vice President of Alumnae Marianne Busch Bullock, B0, and President Kim Ramsey Meryer, BB. Not shown is Vice President of Extension Leslie Maxwell Ziringer, fH.

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FOUNDATION

First founders' memorial scholarship endowed 'Since A"i.A has been such an important part of my life, I am delighted to be able to assist a collegian .financially so that she will have the opportunity to experience Alpha Sigma Alpha sisterhood, which carries on long beyond college graduation.'

BY ROSEMARY CARUCCI GROSS, BIT A!A Foundation Chairman

One morning not long after I became chairman of the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation, I stayed home from the university to do some uninterrupted reading for class.

Soon the phone rang; I expected it would be someone from the office. Instead it was Beta Zeta alumna and former province director, Suzanne Hebert, who said she wanted to talk to me about making a gift to the foundation for a scholarship. Mter we discussed the details for an endowed scholarship, Suzanne said she would get back to me.

Suzanne had long dreamed of establishing a scholarship for an Alpha Sigma Alpha who was working and attending college.

Because the foundation had recently established the Founders' Memorial Scholarships that would provide five scholarships in honor of the five founders by the year 2000, I asked Suzanne if she might be interested in endowing one of these scholarships if the trustees agreed. She was interested, and after a vote of the trustees to agree to name the scholarships if someone chose to endow them, Suzanne decided she would.

More decisions remained. Her accountant suggested she make

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Suzanne Hebert, BZ

Alumna's tax planning benefits jOLmdation her donation in the form of appreciated stocks. The foundation agreed to accept the stocks, which would be sold and the cash placed in the foundation. Ultimately, because of timely suggestions by her accountant, Suzanne was able to endow a scholarship for a net sum of about one third of the amount required to establish an endowed scholarship. The first Suzanne Hebert Endowed Founders' Memorial Scholarship will be awarded at the 1996 national convention.

How was Suzanne able to make such a gift to the sorority at one

third the cost to her? The stock had appreciated in value. Not only was she entitled to a charitable deduction for the current value of the gift she gave the foundation, but she did not have to pay any capital gains tax on the appreciation.

Donations of stocks, mutual funds or other investments that have been owned for more than one year qualifY for the tax break.

If you are an alumnae who has investments that have increased in value, you may want to consider giving the foundation a gift of this nature. Like Suzanne, you could endow a scholarship for a fraction of the amount it takes under other circumstances.

I hope you will consider endowing one of the remaining four Founders' Memorial Scholarships in your name or in honor of someone special. It would be great to go to the 2000 centennial national convention with all five of the scholarships endowed.

I would welcome your interruptions anytime to discuss the possibilities - even if I am at home working and trying to hide from the telephone!

For inquires about endowing a scholarship or to make a donation to the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation, please contact national headquarters, 1201 E. Walnut, Springfield, MO 65802, 417-8690980.

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ALUMNAE STARS Featuring the accomplishments of individual Alpha Sigma Alpha alumnae.

French government awards alumna assistantship Melissa Repas, Delta Chi, was one of only 40 Americans to be awarded a French government teaching assistantship through the Institute of International Education, an organization dedicated to facilitating communication and mutual understanding between nations through cultural exchange programs.

A 1994 graduate of Bloomsburg University, PA, Melissa spent the 1994-95 school year teaching English to French high school students in Bordeaux.

While an undergraduate, Melissa was president of the Bloomsburg French Club and spent a semester of her sophomore year studying at the University of Nancy, France. Melissa was listed in Who's Who Among Students at American Colleges and Universities and graduated magna cum

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laude with a French major and a minor in psychology.

Melissa plans to continue her education.

Her goal is to teach French at the university level.

Fourth grade teacher honored in Indiana Jeanne Van Winkle McQueen, Beta Upsilon, was selected as the

Jeanne Van Winkle McQueen , BY

1993-94 teacher of the year for the Metropolitan SchoolDistrictofWayne Township and then became a top 10 fmalist for the 1994 Indiana Teacher of the Year award. Jeanne teaches fourth grade at Chapel Glen Elementary School in Indianapolis.

Actively involved with the Youth for Understanding exchange program, Jeanne traveled to Brazil's Amazon rain forests in 1993. Jeanne and her family have hosted students from seven countries on four continents over the years.

Jeanne received both

her bachelor's degree and her master's degree in elementary education from Indiana State University.

The Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter nominated Jeanne for the Wilma Wilson Sharp Award in 1994. She serves as chaplain for the chapter, and has been president, vice president and secretary.

She was chairman of the 1978 national convention in Indianapolis.

J eanne and her husband Max reside in Indianapolis. They have two children , ages 22 and 20.

Philanthrophic chair wins professional award Dolly Purvis Loyd, Beta Delta, national chairman of philanthropies, was recently honored with the American Marketing Association Wayne A. Lemburg Award for Distinguished Service.

The award recognizes individuals for outstanding service on behalf of theAMA. A 16-year faculty member at the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, Dolly has been the faculty advisor to the university's AMA collegiate chapter for 15 years. She has been a member of the AMA Collegiate Activities Council since 1986, vice

Dolly Purvis Loyd, B6

president of the AMA Collegiate Activities Division and has twice chaired the AMA International Collegiate Conference.

Dolly received her bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Southern Mississippi.

Active as an Alpha Sigma Alpha alumna, Dolly was an alumnae regional director for 10 years and has been the national chairman of philanthropies for three years. She is a member of the Hattiesburg Alumnae Chapter.

Alumna wins public service award Linda L. Benz, Delta Theta, recently received an award from the board of trustees at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, for her public service efforts in Carbondale and at SIU. The Lindell W. Sturgis Public Service Award honors a university employee who is active in community service.

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ALUMNAE Linda works at SIU as a project coordinator in the office of institutional research and studies.

She donates her time tutoring SIU students and has been active with the SIU Women's Caucus. She also mentors international students.

Linda has helped raise scholarship money for the SIU Alumni Association. She serves on the Carbondale United Way Board of Directors and is an active member of the

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Carbondale Business and Professional Women's Club as well as the League of Women Voters. She also serves on the administrative board of her church.

Linda says that her experiences with Alpha Sigma Alpha as an undergraduate helped to develop her interest in public service. She earned her bachelor's and master's degrees from SIU.

ed the 1994 Lon 0.

Hocker Award by the Missouri Bar Foundation at the Missouri Bar Annual Meeting. The award is given annually to young lawyers who have demonstrated unusual proficiency in the art of trial advocacy. Randa was the first woman in the Kansas City metropolitan area to receive the award.

Randa has practiced with the firm of Niewald, Waldeck & Brown in Kansas City, MO, for 10 years. Her law practice consists of defense of personal injury cases, including claims for medical malpractice and catastrophic injuries.

She frequently speaks at continuing legal education seminars and has served on the faculty of the Defense Counsel Trial Academy.

Randa is currently on the faculty of the KCMBA Inn of Court, a post-graduate trial practice series. She also serves on the executive board of the Kansas City Women's Chamber of Commerce and the

Attorney receives award Randa Rawlins, Alpha Beta, was awardTHE PHOENIX OF ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA

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board of directors of the Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers.

Randa received her undergraduate degree in political science at Northeast Missouri State University in 1979 and her law degree at the University of MissouriColumbia in 1982. She lives in Fairway, KS.

invited in 1931 to become a member of Eta Eta Chapter at the then Kansas State Teachers College, Pittsburg, KS. Moving to Washington, DC, in 1945, she joined the Washington, DC,

Member honored for 50 years of alumnae membership Amidst the smiles and applause of her Alpha Sigma Alpha sisters, Helen B. Lortz, Eta Eta, celebrated 50 years of membership in the Washington, DC, Alumnae Chapter on Feb. 12, 1995.

For several months, the members of the chapter had carefully concealed their plans.

The shocked but very pleased guest of honor was presented with an engraved silver tray from the alumnae chapter in appreciation of all her love and hard work during her 50 years of affiliation.

The national organization also recognized Helen's alumnae involvement with a framed Alpha Sigma Alpha crest. Equally touching were the many cards and letters - tributes from Alpha Sigma Alpha sisters from across the United States.

In acknowledging her thanks, Helen began by expressing the honor she felt when first

Helen B. Lortz, HH

Alumnae Chapter. Since that time, Washington has been home-base to Helen, as her government assignments and love of travel have taken her to the most farflung comers of the world.

Helen has viewed her 50-year alumna affiliation with Alpha Sigma Alpha as a source of strength and happiness through her many treasured friendships.

Helen received the Alpha Sigma Alpha Recognition of Eminence Award in 1967.

Yet to those who might assume that this "80 something" alumna is ready for the slow lane, one has only to listen to her latest travel itenerary. Helen is hoping to take her dream trip on the Trans-Siberian Railway sometime in the near future.

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COLLEGIATE CORNER In this issue, chapters report on fall and winter activities.

Alpha, Longwood College, VA

Alphas honored in many ways Alpha Chapter has had several members recognized for their outstanding achievements.

Margaret Gee, Gina Hammer and Deana Pinion were chosen to serve as rush counselors and Abby Brandt and Margaret Gee were initiated into Order of Omega.

The chapter hosted a holiday party for the underprivileged children of Farmville with the men of Kappa Alpha Order from Hampden-Sydney College. Each participant provided a gift for one child.

To prepare for rush, members hosted an open house.

Colleen Ryan Alpha Alpha, Miami University, OH

Colony prepares for installation Alpha Alpha was busy preparing for its installation on April 1, 1995.

In December, the colony participated in a day with Santa.

Members teamed up with a fraternity on campus and had a holiday party for the needy children of Oxford. Each child was paired up with a member and took part in arts and crafts. Later, Santa arrived and passed out gifts to each child.

The colony also participated in a Special Olympics swimming event.

Krissy Schmidt Alpha Beta, Northeast Missouri State University

Conference motivates chapter Alpha Betas attended the annual Greek Development Conference sponsored by the Intrafraternity Council of Northeast Missouri State University.

Discussions revolved around motivation and chapter apathy.

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marble and asked to sit on it during the presentation. At the end of the conference, the speaker told participants the marbles represented pain, and individuals should "get up and do something about it."

Chapter members came away motivated and excited about implementing ideas gathered at the conference.

led by the Disney character GoofY, started the evening off.

Winners of the game received Halloween cupcakes, and two grand prize winners received a stuffed ghost and pumpkin. To conclude the evening, chapter members sang A"J.A songs to the residents.

Debbie Mallory

Kristi Ludwig Epsilon Epsilon, Emporia State University, KS

A haunting good time helps others The members of Epsilon Epsilon Chapter particiapated in a haunted house with Kappa Sigma fraternity.

It took a week to decorate the haunted house, which was held at the Kappa Sigma house. Opening night was a costumed ice cream social for the Big Brothers/ Big Sisters organization. Throughout the rest of the weekend, nearly $1,000 was raised and donated to Big Brothers/Big Sisters.

Other philanthropic events have included bowling with Special Olympics and a rock-a-thon for the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation.

Stacy Blake Zeta Zeta, Central Missouri State University

Entertaining elders at Halloween

Eta Eta, Pittsburg State University, KS

A panhellenic homecoming For the first time ever, Eta Eta Chapter was teamed with Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority to compete in homecoming events.

From this partnership came a second place float victory and a stronger panhellenic relationship between the two chapters.

The traditional fall mum sale brought enormous success during homecoming as well.

Lori Bolton Phi Ph~ Northwest Missouri State University

Homecoming is a prize-winner The Phi Phi Chapter won first place for the second year in a row in the Greek division for homecoming, as well as frrst place overall for house decoration in collaboration with Alpha Kappa Lambda fraternity.

Zeta Zeta Chapter returned to Warrensburg Manor for a Halloween program.

Residents enjoyed seeing familiar faces and the interesting costumes worn by chapter members.

A game of ghoul (bingo), Epsilon Epsilon members dish it up with Big Brothers/ Big Sisters at an ice cream social held at their charity haunted house.

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COLLEGIATE CORNER The chapter received second place in the float competition in the newly created fraternity I sorority division. Phi Phi clowns all placed, and the chapter's skit also was a success.

The chapter participated in swimming, golf, volleyball and football intramurals and monthly visits to a local nursing home to decorate and participate in activities with the residents.

Laurie Miller Chi Ch~ Ball State University, IN

Lip sync contest winners Chi Chi Chapter participated in the annual watermelon bust and homecoming activities.

Members of the chapter and of Sigma Pi fraternity won second place in the "Air Jam" lip sync contest.

Chapter members volunteered to serve as line judges for a day at the Special Olympics volleyball tournament and assisted with the distribution of awards to participants.

The traditional alumnae holiday brunch also was held.

Jennifer Dattoti Beta Gamma, Northeastern State University, OK

Dedication days a success Dedication days offered a variety of activities to build sisterhood for Beta Gammas.

Members participated in a progressive dinner, a reception for new ruby members and various secret sister programs such as Alpha angels, freaky friends and pilgrim partners.

The chapter visited a nursing home monthly and participated in the clean-a-highway program. To raise money for the S. June Smith Center, the chapter conducted a garage sale.

Sharon Kirk

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believe river on styrofoam blocks that could easily be stripped away by the instructors.

Games established leadership, cohesion, conflict and resolution.

By working through the day's events, it showed the potential Beta Theta members welcome alumnae during homecoming each individual festivities. has as a member Beta Theta, Central Michigan and the potential Alpha Sigma University Alpha has as an organization.

Alumnae return to Mt. Pleasant Homecoming for Beta Theta Chapter was special because more than 25 alumnae returned and spent the day with the chapter.

Through house tours, the parade, tail-gating, a victorious football game, reminiscing about favorite fraternities and fondest Alpha Sigma Alpha memories, crown and ruby members shared their common bond.

Beta Theta has found a new way to show members how much their hard work is appreciated. An "A'i.A of the Week" is chosen by all members to recognize a member who is doing her job exceptionally well and is doing more than is expected.

Tracy Ann Ziero.ff Beta Iota, Radford University, VA

Outdoor clinic promotes sisterhood Members of the Beta Iota Chapter participated in a half-day team building program. The day was supervised by professional outdoors instructors from Radford University.

The day started with simple team building exercises and tag and later lead to more complex activities such as crossing a make-

Meg Karlsen Beta Kappa, Western Illinois University

Catch the magic in Macomb Beta Kappa Chapter held the first fall formal rush in its new chapter house.

The chapter was teamed with Theta Chi fraternity for homecoming. Following the theme 'The Magic Kingdom, " the team won third place in the annual cheer event, second in mud volleyball, first place for the float and third place overall.

Homecoming weekend also included a special ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by National President Kim Ramsey Meyer, BB, and open houses for alumnae and the community.

Chapter members participated in the Knights of Columbus annual tootsie roll drive and held a spaghetti dinner for local firemen.

Tracey Kiefer Beta Lambda, University of Central Arkansas

A hot time in Conway A Beta Lambda Chapter date function was "Shin-Dig," a bam dance with line dancing and two-stepping.

Chapter members spent an

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COLLEGIATE afternoon providing trtcks and treats for the men and women of the Conway Human Development Center. The chapter donated money to the center in honor of homecoming, as well as raising funds for the American Cancer Society.

Members participated in a chili cook-off to raise funds for the American Cancer Society. The chapter not only met its intended fund raising goal but also was awarded third prize for having the most creative chili!

Robin McWilliams Beta Mu, Henderson State University, AR

Tricks and treats for all The members of Beta Mu Chapter participated in Central Elementary School's annual Halloween carnival last fall.

The carnival is sponsored by the school annually, and for the third straight year, Alpha Sigma Alpha has been the only sorority from campus to participate. The carnival consists of games, food booths, prizes and a haunted house.

The Alpha Sigma Alpha haunted house is the biggest ticket seller during the carnival. Every year the costumes change and the ideas get better and better. This year, a member dressed up as Ragedy Ann to lead children through the haunted house.

Lindsay Laney Beta Nu, Murray State University, KY

In the spirit of giving Members of Beta Nu Chapter teetered for 24 hours at the chapter's annual teeter-for-tots event.

Although rain threatened the efforts of the chapter, the Greek community supported the event and $2,000 was raised. The funds were used to support a holiday party for the underprivileged

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Beta Rhos pause for breath after the traditional "Yell like Hell" competition during homecoming week.

children of Murray /Calloway County. Santa distributed presents to each child while chapter members sang carols. The chapter also sponsored a party for the children of Paris, TN. A new philanthropic activity this year is "Adopt-a-Spot-onCampus." The Beta Nus are now responsible for the upkeep of an area on campus.

For the second consecutive semester, the chapter received the highest overall GPA award for panhellenic sororities.

Kimberly Duntap Beta Pi, Concord Coltege, WV

A royal victory For the third straight year, a member of Beta Pi Chapter has been named the homecoming queen of Concord College.

Senior marketing major Tiffany Goodwin was crowned queen at half-time of the football game by her sorority big sister, Judean St. Clair, who was last year's queen.

Throughout homecoming week, the chapter placed second in the lip sync competition, second in the parade costume competition and second in the float competition.

The chapter adopted two underprivileged children for the holidays. In addition to providing

them with toys and clothing, chapter members invited them to attend a Concord College basketball game.

Tiffany Goodwin Beta Rho, Northern ntinois University

Chapter shows spirit During homecoming festivities, Beta Rho was paired with Delta Upsilon and Alpha Kappa Lambda fraternities.

Chapter members participated in the traditional cheer competition at the homecoming pep rally.

Teams were judged on spirit, crowd participation, stunts, creativity and coordination. The chapter also decorated a float and participated in the parade and the talent show.

This year, the chapter ranked third place overall in homecoming.

CaSandra Meyer Beta Sigma, Southwest Missouri State University

Rushing with enthusiasm The Beta Sigma Chapter had a wonderful rush coordinated by rush chairman Casey Evans and her committee.

The chapter went to a nearby camp for a sisterhood retreat with the pearl members. Chaplain Jenny Jones coordinated the event,

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COLLEGIATE which included some relaxation around the pool and outdoor grilling.

Sara Wolfe Beta Upsilon, Indiana State University

Chapter helps special bowlers Beta Upsilon Chapter was paired with the men of Sigma Nu fraternity for homecoming.

The two groups placed first in the window display and second in the parade walking unit competition.

The chapter volunteered to serve as tabulators for the Special Olympics bowling tournament.

Members helped some very special bowlers earn high honors.

Jennifer Brown Gamma Iota, Rochester Institute of Technology, NY

Chapter helps clean park Gamma Iota Chapter cleaned up an inner-city playground and community center with Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority and Alpha Phi Alpha and Delta Tau fraternities.

Working together, members from all the chapters raked leaves, collected garbage from the newly built playground and cleaned the gym and back room of the Rochester Community Center.

The project was recognized on Channel 8 news.

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followed the football game, and a recognition ceremony was held for the alumnae.

A group cheer of crown and ruby members ended the afternoon. Chapter member Jenna Reinink was elected homecoming queen.

Chapter members painted a room in the Piotter Center recreational facility for senior citizens and participated in a program to rake leaves for those who are unable to do so. The chapter also adopted a needy family and raised money to help them.

LaraMossa Gamma Xi, Slippery Rode University, PA

Community supports fire victims Homecoming activities were cut short for the Gamma Xi Chapter when a fire started at midnight in the College Gardens Apartment complex.

The apartment of members Rachel Fraley, DeAnne Glunt and Cheryl Kalaments was completely destroyed. Members Sherri Rae and Cindy Schavolt salvaged most of their belongings but their apartment sustained water damage. Community support raised $900 the following day at the homecoming parade.

GammaMu., Adrian College, MI

Alumnae recognized at homecoming The women of GammaMu Chapter welcomed many alumnae, who returned for homecoming Gamma Mus Janice Wolf, Heidi Hillman, Catherine Prezpiora weekend. and Julie Drouillard prepare for a night of fun and friendship at the tri-sorority formal.

A reception

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The chapter visited the Autumn Grove nursing home, participated in Special Olympics, held a retreat, raised money for the Bloomsburg fire victims and had a holiday dinner.

Michelle Minnis Gamma Pi, Missouri Valley College

Homecoming a success The Gamma Pi Chapter had a successful homecoming with the theme "Missouri Valley College Goes to the Movies."

Gamma Pis participated in spirit week by dressing up as different characters from various movies.

The chapter received first place for most participants in spirit week and second places in the banner and yard decorating contests.

Three members were on the homecoming court. Angel Gambino, an alumna and 1993 homecoming queen, returned to participate in the festivities and crown the new queen.

Karie Scott Gamma Rho, East Stroudsburg University, PA

Chapter helps others The Gamma Rho Chapter members visited a local nursing home to play games and sing with the residents each month.

Members also participated in the Monroe County AIDS wallc, helped with the East Stroudsburg Alumni ASsociation phone-a-thon and assisted in a food drive for the needy. Fundraisers were held to benefit the United Way, AIDS research, the S. June Smith Center and Special Olympics.

For homecoming, the chapter was teamed with Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity. Members held a tail-gating party, participated in a banner contest and the parade.

Many alumnae joined the chapter for the day.

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COLLEGIATE Gamma Ps~ Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

The triple crown arrives in Edinboro Gamma Psi Chapter and Sigma Tau Gamma fraternity "triple crowned" by winning both homecoming royalties and the float competition.

The king was Wade Wilson , a member of Sigma Tau Gamma, and the queen was Gamma Psi member Megan Crossey. This was the fourth time in four years that Alpha Sigma Alpha has placed on the court.

The first-place float, built by the two organizations, was a scene from 'The Little Mermaid."

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Paired with Phi Kappa Theta fraternity for the float competition, the two chapters won the best all around award.

Chapter Consultant Jennifer Russom, AB, joined the chapter for a get-away weekend.

Members participated in the adopt-a-highway project and helped raise money for the American Cancer Society by holding a haunted house with Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity.

Karen Lorraine Yonlcin

Sherry Alverson Gamma Omega, Eastern fllinois University

Arush to the net for Special Olympics Gamma Omega Chapter is especially proud of its "Side Out With the Alphas" philanthropic event.

This event was a single-elimination volleyball tournament. Profits from the event were donated to Special Olympics.

The chapter assisted with the Salvation Army holiday bell ringing campaign, and for a project named 'The Giving Tree," members collected gifts for needy children in the surrounding community.

Gamma Omega is very proud of philanthropic chairman Jackie Cummens, who has coordinated these events.

DanaR. Lohr Delta Epsilon, Mansfield University. PA

Partners in fun and philanthropy Members of Delta Epsilon Chapter had a stomping good time at homecoming with its "Hoe Down" theme.

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Delta Kappa, University of Southern Indiana

Raising money for Special Olympics Delta Kappa Chapter set up a booth at the West Side Nut Club's annual fall festival and sold food and drinks for its annual fund raiser.

The chapter also raised more than $1,000 for Lambda Chi Alpha's "Pumpkin Bust." All money was donated to Special Olympics

by Lambda Chi Alpha.

The chapter tied with another sorority this year for Greek week.

One event was a canned food sculpture and another was a "clothing chain." The Greek organization with the longest "chain" of tied-together, donated clothes won the event. All items were donated to the Evansville Christian Life Center.

LauraEger Delta Nu-A, GMI-Engineering and Management Institute, Ml

Delta Iota Alysa Stiefel gives a word of encouragement to a member of the Special Olympics soccer team.

Delta Iota, University of Delaware

Tail-gating for alumnae and parents Delta Iota Chapter participated in Sigma Chi Derby Days to raise money for Special Olympics.

For homecoming, the chapter was paired with Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity. The two groups shared a strongman booth at the campus carnival and built a parade float, which won second place. Members enjoyed a homecoming tail-gate party with alumnae and their families.

The chapter also had a tail-gate party for parent's day. Members participated in an overnight retreat at the Chesapeake Center.

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Chapter has special guest Delta Nu-A Chapter had an outstanding rush with the theme "AlA Hollywood." It was the campus' first panhellenic rush.

The party included celebrity appearances, a skit and conversation. The highlight of the evening was the appearance of "Super Sig," Jennifer Russom, AB , chapter consultant.

Sarah Squier Delta Nu-B, GMI-Engineering and Management Institute, Ml

Chapter supports Sigma Chi Delta Nu-B Chapter helped out at the annual Sigma Chi haunted house.

Each year, this event raises money for the Children's Miracle Network. This year more than $1 ,000 was raised to help this organization.

Members helped in various

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COLLEGIATE ways. Some assisted during the six-hour haunted house set-up, and others served as frightening characters inside.

Leigh Ann Elmer Delta Rho, Elon College, NC

Retreat builds sisterhood Delta Rho Chapter had a chapter retreat to help the pearl members learn sorority history and get to know the ruby members.

For Halloween, members volunteered at the Salvation Army boys and girls club party. During the holiday season, members caroled at a retirement home, participated in "Operation Santa Claus" and donated canned goods to charity.

Many alumnae participated in homecoming and the Founders' Day. Stacy Mogol Epsilon Alpha, Southern Arkansas University

A winning homecoming float Epsilon Alpha Chapter members worked long hours to put together the first place homecoming float.

Karen Massanelli represented the chapter on the homecoming court.

Members participated in intramural football. Money was raised for the Arkansas Children's Hospital and the S. June Smith Center.

Alpha Sigma Alpha, along with other Greeks, hosted a holiday party for the homeless children in the area. To brighten the campus, members decorated a designated tree with more than 1,000 lights for the holidays.

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newly renovated sorority house.

Alumnae attended to celebrate Founders' Day and to view the changes to the house. The alumnae luncheon was held in the new formal chapter room. Mter lunch, the Founders' Day ceremony was conducted, and members socialized and played pictionary with Alpha Sigma Alpha questions.

Over the summer, the chapter purchased additional housing, adjacent to the original house, doubling the size of the housing.

The new house was painted a bright red and white, and the A'i.A letters are hung outside.

Joy Greene Epsilon Eta, Virginia Wesleyan College

In the big leagues Epsilon Eta Chapter's rush theme was "In a League of Our Own."

Baseball was the focus of the first night, and each rushee had a chance to step "up to bat."

Snacking on peanuts and pretzels, everyone discussed favorite teams.

The second night was "Breakfast at Wimbleton." Rushees and members played "hot potato" with a tennis ball to get to know each

other and snacked on muffins and doughnuts.

The final evening was a polo theme. Members mingled with rushees under a tent of streamers and among bales of hay.

Nicole Evans Epsilon Theta, Pennsylvania State University at Erie-Behrend College

Helping others is up their alley Epsilon Theta Chapter conducted a bowl-a-thon. Each member received pledges to raise money for the S. June Smith Center.

Next, the chapter participated in a local Special Olympics bowling tournament. Chapter members served as score keepers and buggers. Members also assisted bowlers who needed extra help.

The chapter also held its annual retreat. Activities included planning rush events, chapter education and sisterhood building.

Pam Bogardus Epsilon Kappa, Millersville University, PA

Encounter retreat builds sisterhood Epsilon Kappa Chapter had an overnight membership retreat to welcome new members and

Cheryl Plains Epsilon Gamma, Virginia Commonwealth University

Chapter celebrates with alumnae Epsilon Gamma Chapter held its annual alumnae gathering in celebration of Founders' Day in its

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Epsilon Etas Heather Balogh, Jenn Nelson, Hillary Harris and Emily Bowling enjoy themselves at fall formal rush.

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COLLEGIATE CORNER help build a stronger sense of sisterhood.

Membership director Gretta Haag filled the weekend with fun activities that gave all members a chance to get involved. Among the activities were star circles, skits, songs. sharing of "most embarrassing moments" and a mock meeting.

Other events included a Founders' Day luncheon organized by vice president Krista Ford, a homecoming alumnae picnic and a fall date party organized by social chairman Tonyah Colatta.

Kristen Marshall Epsilon Lambda, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown

Fun and games for rush "Candyland" was the theme for Epsilon Lambda Chapter's rush.

Rushees followed a "rainbow trail" through the chapter house.

The chapter followed the popular children's game and played 'The Nutcracker" soundtrack for music.

Rushees were given nametags that looked like pieces of candy.

Courteney Lebeller Epsilon Mu, Trenton State College, NJ

Chapter consultant visits Epsilon Mu Chapter had a successful rush that included party themes of 路The Little Mermaid" and "A League of Their Own." Jennifer Russom, AB , chapter consultant, visited the chapter. She met with the executive board for dinner and consulted with each officer about her duties.

During homecoming, the chapter was paired with Phi Kappa Tau fraternity. The two chapters took frrst in the pool games and the canned food drive. The food drive benefited the Trenton Soup Kitchen.

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Epsilon X~ Kutztown University. PA

Activities for every aim Epsilon Xi Chapter had weekly Encounter group discussions and outings with star circles.

Members went bowling, participated in the annual casino night sponsored by Greek council and attended a lecture Epsilon Omegas celebrate atop their homecoming float. hosted by Barry Williams who played Epsilon Omega, Bentley College, MA "Greg Brady" on the "Brady Bunch" It's a wrap television show.

Members of the Epsilon The chapter held its annual Omega Chapter participated in adopt-a-highway trash pick-up, the campus olympics. donated supplies to the Berks Activities included an egg race, County women's shelter and three-legged race, mummy wrap, donated money to the S. June balloon toss and a tug-of-war.

Smith Center.

The chapter placed in the Two alumnae meetings were mummy wrap and won the most held in an effort to form an spirited award. alumnae chapter in Kutztown.

Lisa A. Hagan Epsilon Ch~ Goldey-Beacom College. DE

Chapter welcomes new advisors Epsilon Chi Chapter is excited to welcome three new advisors.

Missy Malone is the new chapter advisor, Tracey Burton, EX, is the membership advisor and Steven Bouchard is financial and scholarship advisor.

Members participated in the adopt -a-highway program, participated as ghosts and goblins in a haunted house to benefit a low-income housing area, held a food drive for a needy family, went caroling and participated in Special Olympics.

To build sisterhood, members had a bowling night, a turkey dinner and a "pollyanna" gift day.

Jennifer L. Hall

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Zeta Alpha, Missouri Southern State College

Sparkling with generosity Zeta Alpha Chapter participated in "Kids' Day" at the John Q. Hammons Trade Center.

The event was sponsored by KSN-1V and Oak Hill Hospital.

Alpha Sigs dressed in costumes, painted faces , sprayed glitter in children's hair and handed out candy to children.

Rebecca Johnson Zeta Beta, University of Wisconsin-River Falls

The chairs have it Zeta Beta Chapter's homecoming royalty were Shannon Wolf and Andy Bock, who placed as second runners up.

For the frrst time ever, the chapter won the organizational title for homecoming. The chapter's

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COLLEGIATE CORNER "chair dance" is what really stole the show. The crowd at the parade cheered and danced right along with the chair dancers.

A major event on campus was a regional convention of MIFCA/MAPCA. Chapter members Angela Guptill and Jennifer Jackelen helped organize the many Greek organizations from Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa that attended. During the convention, chapter members Linda Burton and Angela Guptill were initiated into Order of Omega.

Angela M. Bauer Zeta Gwnma, Gannon University, PA

Winners of mardi gras homecoming Zeta Gamma Chapter joined forces with Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity for homecoming activities mardi gras style.

The chapters' float was "Monarch of Merriment." Local children participated in the parade by walking beside the float and throwing candy to the homecoming crowd.

At the homecoming dance, the chapters won the spirit trophy and third place in the float and banner competition. Ronda Hartzel won the title of homecoming queen.

This is the second year in a row that a woman from the chapter has received this honor.

Angela GeUings Zeta Delta, North Adams State CoUege, MA

Aphilanthropic focus Members of the Zeta Delta Chapter donated their time to the Northern Berkshire United Way by assisting in a soccer tournament at the college. For this event, the chapter helped raise almost $1 ,000.

The chapter also participated in "Walk for Humanity," sponsored by

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Habitat for Humanity. The walk was five miles from North Adams to Williamstown.

Chapter members, along with members of Alpha Chi Rho fraternity, helped supervise children and participated in activities at a holiday party for less fortunate children at the local YMCA. Angela Fabiani Zeta Epsilon, Averett College, VA

Chapters offer rush support For its first rush as Zeta Epsilon, the chapter received support from nearby Alpha Sigma Alpha chapters.

The women of Alpha Chapter at Longwood College and Delta Rho Chapter at Elon College attended the chapter's rush and helped make Zeta Epsilon's first rush successful.

A sisterhood holiday party was held at the chapter advisor's home. During the party, graduating seniors received special good-byes and good luck.

Robin M. Sale Zeta Eta, Rockhurst College, MO

A winning tradition begins Members of the Zeta Eta Chapter were proud to win the first annual homecoming trophy.

The week -long competition entailed such activities as a guest comedian, a banner making contest, a can drive service project, relay races and pep rally. Points were awarded for attendance and for winning the activities.

Chapter members donated the top number of items to the can drive.

Amy McLean Zeta Theta, Wagner College, NY

First place is sweeter than ever The women of the Zeta Theta Chapter broke a Wagner College winning streak by winning the

homecoming float competion.

For the past five years, one sorority has won the float prize.

Now the two-foot winning trophy is displayed in the Zeta Theta lounge after the chapter's float, depicting "Hey Diddle Diddle," won first prize.

Also on display in the chapter lounge is a plaque presented to the chapter for participation in the "Anyway-you-can-a-thon." This event was a fundraiser benefiting the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Michele Chicola Zeta Iota, State University of New York at Stony Brook

New beginnings On Nov. 19, 1994, the installation of Zeta Iota Chapter of Alpha Sigma Alpha was held at the State University of New York at Stony Brook.

The day was full of festivities from 8 a.m. to midnight. The lunch was held at the Danford Inn at Port Jefferson and the dinner was held at the Middle Island Country Club.

Parents, friends and other Alpha Sigma Alpha chapters shared in the happiness of the new chapter.

Beth Griffin Mankato Colony, Mankato State University, MN

Working toward installation Founded in 1991 as Xi Delta Rho local sorority, the Mankato Colony has been participating in every aspect of Greek life.

Members co-sponsored a food drive with Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity, donated blood and time to the annual Greek blood drive and went bowling with local Special Olympians.

The colony also had a date party and a "mourners' dinner" for finals week.

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