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This fall i the culmination of Alpha igma Alpha' entennial celebration.

Man of ou attended the Centennial convention in Richmond last year.

Collegiate and alumnae chapters are helping the sorority reach its goal of performing 100 philanthropic projects thi ntennial year. Now, thoughts tum to Founder ' Day. ov. 15, 2001, i AY..A 's 100th anniver ary.

What does it mean to each of us as our beloved oror;ty tum 100?

We realize how important it has been in the live of more than 60,000 women. We have survived numerous wars, the Depression , the fight for women's equality, the ivil Rights Movement, the technology explosion and the dawn of a new millennium.

What do ou think Virginia, Louise, Mary, Calva and juliette were thinking on that wonderful day in 1901? I thi what they had in mind for the future?

In 1901 women did not even have the right to vote. Do you think that they had any idea that women would be able to achieve as much as we have?

I know that they would most certainly be proud of what Alpha igma Alpha has become.

When I was contacted by Marianne Bullock to chair· the Founders' Da 2001 Committee, I was fir t urprised, then cared. I wasn't sure if I could pull it off. With the help of a uperb commiuee and th phenomenal city coordinators, tl1e ov. 17 celebrations will b unforgettable.

Man of us have gouen away from orority due to our busy live , commitments and di tance to an alumnae chapter. Take ome time to reacquaint · ur lve with us if ou've been awa •.

If ·ou haven ' t b n away,join u for the merriment. Take advantage of the fa t tl1at I 0 itie will be ho ting events andj in us. R kindle ld fr;endship , hav a hapt r rew1ion or ju t enjoy being witl1 memb rs ·ou ha\' never met. How exciting it will be to know that v r 1,0 0 women will b conductin the Founders' Day eremony at appr ximatel · the me time all v r th c untry. I I k forward to being "~th · u in person or in thought thi F unders' Da\'.

Marcia Kinbar Goldstein, ..l T, haimwn Founders' Day 2001 Committl't' SUMMIR 2001

CONTENTS FEATURES

4 The Wilma and Evelyn years Two legendary women led Alpha Sigma Alpha during difficult times.

7 Founders' Day Celebration update Witl1 less than 3 months to go be~ore this historic event, ee where the action will be on ov. 17.

10 A!A Advantage 25 chapter will implement this new initiative this fall. Read about living a impler life in tl1e alumnae portion of the AIA Advantage.

15 Foundation news upport a collegiate woman in attending IFI. One member tells about her IFI ex perience.

16 Nineteen women receive Foundation Scholarships

19 Recognition of Eminence Award winner dies Alpha igma Alpha lo e a beloved member, Dr. .June mith.

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Four to travel for AlA during

2001-2002 Each collegiate chapter will receive at least one vi it from a leadership con ultant during the coming year.

21 Zeta Psi installed 25 women are initiated at Loras college in Dubuque, lA.

22 Theta Alpha installed 35 women are initiated at Coe oUege in edar Rapids, lA.

25 Fire at Longwood College Birthplace of Alpha igma Alpha lo e five histori al buildings to fire .

The Alpha igma Alpha Foundation awards 19m mbers financial assistance.

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EDITOR Editor/ Director of Communications Tereso Boyer Fishback, tl.K tfi shbock@olphosigmoolpho.org

STAFF Senior Contributing Editor Nancy I.Z. Reese, BY jnreese2@home.com

Feature Editor Nora Ten Broeck, BK ntenbroeck@juno.com

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Alumnae Editor

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News to Note

In Memoriam

The latest news from the national organization.

Deceased members reported to national headquarters.

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Directory

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Christine Reising Keeley, EB Christine.Keeley@odd.ssw.obbott.com

Collegiate Editor Sora Jane Lowe Komer, B~ sjlowekomer@hotmail .com

Contributing Writer Margaret Borge Rimel , tl.H maggirimel@yahoo.com Historian Sue Zorichok, BB Szorichok@frontline-group.com

Chapters achieving total, quota or both.

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Alumnae Action Chapters report on winter and spring activi ties.

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32 Nominations form for 2002-2004 National Council

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Alpha Spirit Collegiate chapters display an attitude of excellence.

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Evelyn Grace Bell and Wilma Wilson Sharp at Alpha Sigma Alpha's 50th anniversary celebration.

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BY NORA M . TEN BROECK, BK

Feature Editor o r ma n ' AJph a igm a AJph a~ in th e las t c ntltr)', th e definiti o n of th na tio nal o ro rity was e mbodi ed in th e imag of two indi vidual , Wilma Wil n ha rp, ZZ, and Eve l),, race Be ll , nn. Tre me nd u po is was th e trad ma rk of Wilma Wi l n ha•·p wh o led th e ro rity thro ug h diffi cult tim . Th e a n of r a ting ptu-po e and rga ni zati o n was th e ha ll mark of Mi B II , kn own ~ r he r a bility to fo u th e rga niza ti o n t " ' rei its goal .

For 2 o n ec uti ve car be t• e n 1930 a nd 195 , M1 . ha rp o r Mi Be ll e n •ecl in th role of na ti o nal pr ide nt. Ea h wo ma n I ft he r own imprint upo n th e ro m y s g ve m an e, value , 1i tuaJ and me mb

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was elected to ensure the good name of the sorority. In her first term as national president, Mrs. Sharp created a path of organizational renewal with the top priority of safeguarding the organization's financial assets. With the Great Depression occurring, it was difficult to create new chapters and to help established chapters survive those lean financial times.

Mrs. Sharp and her council diligently worked to redefine the sorority to fit the image of its current leaders and members.

Mrs. Martin was a somewhat controversial figure in the Greek world and as a result the sorority needed to establish its own independent identity. Revisions to the ritual were made, the first printed pledge manual introduced, the first printed ritual book distributed and the first extension materials created.

The national council of 1930-32 charged Mrs. Sharp to write a creed for the sorority. After much thought, the simple and elegant "Creed of Alpha Sigma Alpha" was born. Despite revisions or updates given to all other aspects of the sorority, the Creed remains exactly as Mrs. Sharp penned it in 1932.

With a path for the future well underway, Mrs. Sharp turned to the sorority's past. Much of the early history and ties to members had been lost by the time of the 1914 reorganization. In fact, the names of the founders were a mystery. Mrs. Sharp began to research the sorority's early days and befriended first initiate Hattie Kelly Thomas, A, who would introduce Alpha Sigma Alpha to its founders and many pieces of its past. Mrs. Sharp proudly announced the names of the founders at the 1932 national convention .

Expanding the sorority's influence

1936-41 Purposeful leadership guided Evelyn Grace Bell to the national presidency in 1936. A member of the national council since 1927, Evelyn witnessed much change in the organization and was duly prepared for this role . During her first terms of office Miss Bell worked to expand the sorority's influence within its own membership and outside to wider circles.

Publication of the first Alpha Sigma Alpha alumnae directory in 1936 was an early accomplishment for Miss Bell. This directory was important because it listed all members from 1901 to the present year. Previous listings limited membership records from the sorority's reorganization date in 1914. Prior to 1936 early members THE PHOENIX OF ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA

of the sorority had virtually no contact with the organization.

National conventions were changed from being held every two years to being held every three years and the concept of regional meetings was introduced by 1940.

Five regional meetings were held each year there wasn't a national convention for members to network, meet alumnae and to accomplish national work.

A member of the Association of Educational Sororities, Alpha Sigma Alpha was limited to the "field" of teacher's colleges. This meant the sorority could not open a chapter at a four-year university.

Conflicts with members of National Panhellenic Conference sororities arose and as a result the Women's Professional Panhellenic Association was formed.

Under Miss Bell's leadership, Alpha Sigma Alpha became a member in 1940.

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1941-52 Shortly after Wilma Wilson Sharp was elected national president at the 40th anniversary convention in 1941, World War II was a reality. There were no national conventions or regional gatherings held other than chapter installations until after the war had ended in 1946.

As a leader during this time, Mrs. Sharp encouraged all Alpha Sigma Alphas to be strong and to contribute to the war effort.

Collegiate and alumnae chapters became centers of philanthropy dedicated to assisting with the Red Cross, selling war bonds and writing to the troops. By reviewing The Years Behind Us: A History ofAlpha Sigma Alpha, a variety of stories tell of members' sacrifices for the war effort.

Many lost sons, husbands or fathers in the conflict. Mrs. Sharp kept the sorority's focus on "Achieving the Ultimate Victory"-ending the war.

Conflicts over "field" prompted Alpha Sigma Alpha to withdraw its membership from the Women's Professional Panhellenic Association in 1944. Mrs. Sharp and Miss Bell had a vision for where Alpha Sigma Alpha needed to be in order to maintain its organizational success.

They saw Alpha Sigma Alpha as a member of the National Pan hellenic Conference (NPC). As an NPC member, the sorority would be able to expand onto campuses with a four-year program instead of a twoyear program.

This vision ofNPC membership became a reality following the sorority's incorporation in Missouri in October

One member's perspective

Jean Raup Grady, Beta Epsilon National President 1958-61 l-Vhat do you think are the greatest contributions of Wilma Wilson Sharp and Evelyn Grace Bell?

It really is difficult to say what one thing is the greatest contribution of Mrs. Sharp or Miss Bell. Both women were truly amazing individuals who set an example for others by the way they conducted their lives.

Both were full of enthusiasm and love for the sorority.

I think Mrs. Sharp's most notable contribution was writing the Creed of Alpha Sigma Alpha in 1932. Her thoughtful words guide the sorority today.

Miss Bell was tremendously talented in everything that she did.

She wanted everything to be "right" for the organization and worked hard to make it that way. From writing personal letters to visiting chapters, she radiated Alpha Sigma Alpha and left a positive influence everywhere.

Author's note: jean Raup Grady was the first member to serve as national president following the 28- year leadership of Wilma Wilson Sharp and Evelyn G. Bell. She served as National president from 1958-61.

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1947. On ov. 12, 1947 Alpha igma Alpha and five other AE ororitie became associate members of the ational Panhellenic onferenc and the ociation of Educational ororities was di olved. From thi poim, the orority wou ld only exi Lon campu e with a fouryear degree program . By joining NP , Alpha igma Alpha had gone from being a profe ional wome n ' as ociation with a field limited to education , to being open to any woman of any major who wamed to join. Full member hip in PC was granted in 1952.

Membe• hip recognition and achievemem became a greater focus during thi tim b e tabli hing the following awards: Wilma Wil on harp Award, Elizabeth Bird mall Award, Frost Fidelity ward and the R ognition of Eminence Award.

Challenges to the Greek system 19S2-S8 ecret organizations and their memb rs are an ti-e tablishment. Thi was the public mantra poken when Evelyn Bell as umed the pre iden in 1952. Alpha igma Alpha and other Greek-lette•· organ izations were beginning to feel the ting of public crutiny for being" ecret m·ganization ."

The tate of ew York declared all organization with national affiliation could no longer exi tat tate universities.

Thi action became official in 1954.

Gamma Clio, Pi Pi, Beta Xi and Beta Tau we•·e forced to relinquish thei.r national tatus as chapters of Alpha Sigma Alpha.

Post war communi m fears fueled Senator Jo eph McCarthy's que t for "secret organizations" to be banned.

Fearing that secret organization

One member's perspective Sidney Gremillion Allen, 'V'I' National Panhellenic Conference Chairman, 1985-87 What do )'Oil think are the greatest contributions of Wilma Wilson harp and Evelyn Grace Bell?

I believe the greate t contribution of Wilma Wilson Sharp was he•· vision to see that Alpha Sigma Alpha needed to be a member of the a tiona) Pan hellenic Conference.

Following World War 11, campuses were flooded with men going to chool on the G.l. Bill. t that time, many two-year college , mainly teacher' colleges, were becoming four-year chool to offer the veteran an academic program. Mrs. Sharp had the foresight to understand the numbe•· of two-year chools focused solely upon t acher preparation would decline and with that decline it would be difficult . .. for the ororit:y to compete with NP ororitie for members. he became the driving force within the ociation of Educauonal Soronoe advocating for membership in PC. he had the re peel of the ot~er orority l_eaders and onvinced them that thi was the path to be taken for surv~val. Alpha S•gma Alpha and five other AE ororitie petitioned NPC and were granted as oc_i~te memb 1 hip in 1947 and full membership in 1952. There were other oronoe that cho e not to join P that were later merged with exi ting PC sororitie . M:-' .. harp' wi planning kept Alpha igma Alpha as its own independent orgamzaoon.

I remember Evelyn Bell for her tremendous leadership and organizational skill . he was a true leader, an educator, who knew how to accompli h things and to in pire nfid nee in th rs. I erved under her as a collegiate pre idem for two •ears. Mi Bell aw the need to organize the orority in a more permanent wa and he ov aw th cr ati n of the fi• t central office in K nmore, NY. he recognized the r rity needed thi level of rganization to be profe ional in its program and to b effi i m about its en-ice .

Author· nott: idnry Gremillion

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bmt a member of tht ororityfor more than 60 ·ears. he served as Chairman of tht ational Prmhtllenic Conference from 19 J 7.

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advocated the theory and tea hing of communi m , thi concern expanded until ongre ional hearings w re held on the ubject. The ational Panhellenic Conference made its "Declaration for Freedom" in 1957, which tated reekletter organization enjo ed first amendment protection to peacefull • emble. howing her trait of purpo eful organization Mi Bell pre ided over the e tabli hment of the ormity's first central office in Kenmore, NY.

From national to local involvement 1958-93 Alpha igma Alpha' leadership took a new focu at the 1958 national convention with the election ofjean Raup Grady, BE, as national president. For the first time since 1930, M• . harp or Mi Bell did not serve in the role of national pre iden tor as a member of the national council. Their leadership now took a local focus.

Both women remained active in their respective alumnae chapters, M• . harp in the Kan as City, MO, Chapter and Mi Bell, in the Buffalo, NY, Chapter. Mrs. Sharp continued to volunteer as a unday chool teacher and Mi Bell remained a highly regarded profe ional in the field of education.

The orority would later recognize both women for their conoibution . The Wilma Wil on harp Award was establi hed in 1941 during one of Mrs. Sharp' term of office, and Mrs. harp was honor d as president emerita in 1959. The Kan as ity Alumnae Chapter establi hed a cholarship in her name in 196 . Mi Bell was recognized with the creation of the Evelyn G. Bell ward in 1979. The named awards and cholarship continue to in pire Alpha Sigma Alpha leader today.

Wilma Wil on harp and Evelyn Gra e Bell defined Alpha igma Alpha for 2 ears during their active leadership role and for many yea following their official orority involvement. Mrs. harp was known for her poi e and Mi B II for the en e of purpo e he di played. Both women exemplify the anonymous quote from the 1952 The Years Behind s: A History of Alpha igma Alpha. "Ma our hadow elve , our influence, fall wher we can never be." Mrs. harp died in 19 and Mi Bell in 1993. Their com bin d leade hip and the grace with which the lived their live were living le on of poi e and purp e, 1 hich continue to in pire us toda.

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Ten regional celebrations to take place on Nov. 17, 2001

BY JANE COX LIND, BY Programming Assistant

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s you reflect on Alpha Sigma Alpha's Centennial Celebration, think about what you have done this year. You may have attended the 2000 national convention in Richmond, VA. Last fall you planted narcissus bulbs and enjoyed their beauty this spring. You gave your time and talents to work on a philanthropic project. You purchased calendars, gloves and note cards to send to your sisters for special occasions. You may have attended a chapter reunion or taken time to reflect in your Centennial journal. You may have joined, or thought about, your sisters as they cruised the Caribbean in June.

Now as we approach the end of the Centennial year, there is only one major event left to attend. Before it is too late, register for the Founders' Day luncheon on Nov. 17, 2001.

Ten regional celebrations will offer hospitality rooms, chapter archives and reunions throughout the weekend to observe Alpha Sigma Alpha's lOOth anniversary.

Pre-registration and payment of the $35 luncheon cost for this event are required by Oct. 1, 2001, either online or by mail.

Online you can visit the News and Events section on the Ai,A web site at www.alphasigmaalpha.org where you can follow steps to sign up for this event. lf you choose to mail your registration, fill out the envelope found in the center of this magazine and send it with a check or money order to national headquarters.

Please note no refunds will be issued after Sept. 1, 2001.

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made to enable you to make a special Centennial contribution to the Foundation at the time you register.

Following the luncheon, each location will hold a Founders' Day ceremony.

Members should wear pin attire to this very special event.

Contact your city coordinator for specific times and events not listed here or to arrange special dietary or hotel needs. Mark the date and make arrangements now to be a part of this historic event.

Buffalo This event will be held at the Buffalo Hyatt Regency, 2 Fountain Plaza. A block of rooms has been reserved for out-of-town visitors, and reservations can be made by calling the hotel at 1-800-233-1234 or visiting their web site at www.buffalo.hyatt.com. The hospitality room opens at 10 a.m., with the luncheon beginning at 11:30. We will be honoring the fifty-year and over members. The Buffalo alumnae planning committee will be able to assist you with Niagara

Falls and Historic City tours as well as accommodations.

Buffalo city coordinator: Jackie Vito LoRusso, IUI Phone: 716-876-1265 Email: pdljvl@aol.com

Chicago Alumnae are putting the final touches on the plans for their luncheon at the Sheraton Suites; 121 Northwest Point Blvd. Elk Grove, IL. Check-in will begin at 11:30 a.m. and th e luncheon program at 12:30 p.m.

Directions to th e hotel and room reservations can be obtained by calljng the hotel at 847-290-1600 or visiting their web site at www.sheraton.com.

The room rate of$79 per night (Friday and Saturday nights) is guaranteed until Oct. 26 and includes transportation to and from O'Hare Airport.

The Chicago-area alumnae chapters will be hosting a hospitality room at the Sheraton Suites on Friday, Nov. 16, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Please contact Beth Heidel or sign-up online if your plan to attend the Friday evening event.

Chicago city coordinator: Beth Zubinski Heidel, f!1 Phone: 630-969-4954 Email: bheidel86@aol.com

Dallas Alumnae are hosting a noon luncheon and program at th e Embassy Suites-Outdoor World, 2401 Bass Pro Dr. Grapevine, TX. All collegiate and alumnae chapters from the area will be recognized during the program. A hospitality room will be open from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. for visiting and chapter displays. Information about the hotel, room rates, and shuttle service to DFW Airport can be obtained by calling the hotel at 972-7242600 or the hotel's web site www.embassyswtes.com.

The Dallas Centennial Committee and the Dallas Alumnae Chapter will have brochures and web site information about local entertainment opportunities for your weekend visit.

Dallas city coordinator: Ginny Lloyd, rn Phone: 972-459-3946 Email: ginnyl@kyserco.com SUMMER2001

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The com mittee hope to have members fro m everal we tem ta te j oin them for thi very unique eve nt celebrating 100 years of i terhood .

On Friday, ov. 16, 2001 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., the Denver alumnae chapter will be ho ting a social gatherin g at th e home of Le lie Tweed-King located at 1120 Mo naco Parkway in Denver. Hors d 'oeuvres and de erts wi lJ be erved. The alumnae will be assisting with a huttle ervice fro m th e hotel or for oth ers mem bers livi ng in th e Denve r area that may need tran portation.

The entennial Luncheon wi ll begin at 11 a.m. on aturday, ov. 17 at the Landmark Hotel located at 455 . Colorado Blvd . in Denver (in November-the name will change to th e Holiday In n Select of Cherry reek).

Th e plan ning committee i encouragi ng al l collegiate an d al umnae members from Tenne ee, Ken tucky, Ohio, Illinoi and Indian a to attend thi pecial reunion to celebrate 100 years of A2: isterhood !

On Friday night, a hospitali ty area will be available at th e hotel, Comfort Inn , 530 .

Capitol Ave, Indianapoli .

The phone number is 317-6319000. block of rooms has been re erved and a special ra te will be give n to tho e mentioning A2:A when th ey regi ter. Collegiate and al umnae chapters are encouraged to bri ng di play of ar chives, scrapbooks, and composites to hare in the hospitality area and it's hoped th at many chapter wi ll hold reunion durin g th e wee kend.

A special event will be tl1 e al umnae initiati on at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday. Do you have a pecial frie nd or relative that you would like to become a member of Al pha Sigma Al pha? Con tact J oyce Wozn iak to begin th e process for membership. The luncheon

Denver city coardinatar: an Lucas McFaddin, BB Ph o n e:30~2~ 1 65

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program will begi n at noon at the Indiana onven tion enter, in rooms 101-102.

If you would like infonnati on on to uri t am-action con tact Indiana Touri t information at 1-800-289-6646.

lndi(mapolis city coardinatar: J oyce Ri ler Wozniak, B8 Phone: 317-846-2836 Email :j oyce_womiak@m n. com

Kansas City The Kansas City planning committee will be hosting its Centennial Founders' Day Celebration at th e Holiday Inn Conference Center/ H olidome, 12601 W. 95th St. (95 th & 1-35) , Lenexa, KS. heck in begi ns at 10:30 a. m. wi th th e luncheon program begi nning at 11 :30 a. m.

All collegiate and alumnae chapters from th e Misso uri , Kansas, Iowa, and Arkansas areas wi ll have an opportuni ty to attend a reunion and vi it the collegiate chapte r ' display . pecial room rates are only 79 per night. To make your re ervation, call th e hotel at

1 00-527-{)5 2 or 9 1 and regi te r under th Alpha igma Alpha m om blo k.

Don ' t wait until th e last minute to regi ter. pace i limited to th e fi1 t 300.

Kansas City city coardinalar: J ohanna Haag Gardner, ZZ Phone: 913-7 0-2610 Email : mjhg1954@aol.com

Philadelphia Philadelphia plan to celebrate the entennial in hi tori c Valley Forge, PA, at th e Valley Forge Radi on and Conve ntion Center. At noon , a luncheon will be held in th e beautiful grand ballroom.

T he adj oining ve tibuJe wi ll be avai lable for members to di pia A2:A and chapter memorabilia. T able will be provided for all partici pati ng chapters. On Saturday nigh t, p lan are being made to ho t a u u and Kappa Kappa reuni on. If you are interested in parti cipating please con tact u anne Alfon o or ign-up online fo r this even t.

A hospitali ty room will be avai lable on Frida night and Satu rday morning. For room re e1v.1tions call 1-610-2651500 and ask for th e an tico n Hotel. Reservatio n can aJ o be made at th e adj oining Radisson. For oth er hotel in th area, con tact Su an ne Alfon o.

O nly 30 m inute fro m downtown Philadelphia an d the airport, th e Radi o n provide a variety of en tertainme n t. To fin d ou t more abo ut the Radi on and the area, vi it th eir web ite, www.Radi onvalleyforge. com .

If ou would like mo re informatio n regarding th e Philadelphia ntenn ial e lebrati n, th e u u/ Kappa Kappa reun ion or hotel r ervation , please contact usanne Alfonso or Kath allagh rat the Philade lphia ntennial web ite, 10 ears@yahoo.com.

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Philadelphia city coordinator: Susanne Alfonso Phone: 215-646-7561 Email: aedalfonso.cs.com

Pittsburgh Alumnae ask you to join them for the Founders' Day celebration in western Pennsylvania at the Radisson Hotel Pittsburgh, 101 Mall Blvd, Monroeville, PA 15146, www.radisson.com/ monroevillepa. It is conveniently located five minutes from the Pennsylvania turnpike and 15 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh.

Sleeping room reservations should be made by Oct. 26, 2001; for a group rate of $89 (double) call1-800-333-3333.

Check-in will begin at 11 a.m. and lunch will be served at noon . Area chapters will have displays set up both before and after the luncheon.

For their Centennial Philanthropic Project, the Pittsburgh Alumnae Chapter will be sending a large box of new books and videos to the children at the S.June Smith Center for Christmas. To participate, bring any unused children 's book or video to the luncheon.

Pittsburgh City Coordinator: Shelly Do hey Wile, EA Phone:724836-0467 Email: asawile@cs.com

Richmond Richmond's Founders' Day celebration will begin at 11 a.m. at the Dominion Club of Virginia, 6000 Dominion Club Dr. in Glen Allen, VA. For those staying overnight, several rooms have been booked at the nearby Hilton Garden Inn located at 4050 Cox Rd. in Richmond. It is within walking distance of shops and restaurants. Please call 804521-2900 for reservations.

The Richmond Alumnae are planning a get-together on Friday evening at a local THE PHOENIX OF ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA

restaurant near the hotel.

For more information on this event, please contact Katherine Robison . Sightseeing information for the local area will also be available from local alumnae members.

Richmond city coordinator: Katherine Robison Phone: 804-364-2752 Email: katherinerobison@ msn.com

Tampa Tampa alumnae say: forget about the cold weather and throw away that snow shovel.

Join us in St. Petersburg, FL, for Founders' Day 2001.

Experience the Tradewinds Sirata Beach Resort, 5300 Gulf Blvd. St. Pete Beach, FL. The newly re-opened resort has a sun-drenched Mediterranean flair in a relaxing resort experience!

You can call1-800-237-0707 for more information or visit their web site at www.tradewindsresort.com.

Tampa's weekend begins on Friday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. poolside at the Tiki Hut for a meet and greet activity.

The luncheon begins promptly at noon on Saturday with check-in starting at 11:30 a.m.

In support of the national campaign to complete 100 philanthropic projects, the Tampa Bay Founders' Day luncheon will be coordinating a donation to Project Cheer.

This charity provides items for mentally disabled adults in the Tampa Bay area. Please contact the Tampa coordinator for more information.

Tampa city coordinator: Sheri Hendren First, AB Phone: 727-392-6857 Email: mrs1st@aol.com

Fourofthefoundersjoin the 1952 Golden Anniversary celebration.

They are from let, juliette Hundley Gilliam, Mary Williamson Hundley, Louise Cox Carper and Virginia Boyd Noell.

F ive daring young women, in 1901, O n the campus of Longwood College were U nited in a common goal.

N ever looking back, always forward, they were D etermined to realize their dream. They E ncountered many obstacles, bu t finally were R ewarded with the tie that forever bindsS isterhood.

Q evoted to a simple causeAspire, Seek, Attain.

Y esterday is gone, but the dream lives on!

Alpha chapter celebrates with special guests On Thursday, Nov. 15, 2001, members of Alpha Chapter will celebrate Founders' Day on the campus of historic Longwood College, Farmville, VA Anticipated guests will be Marianne Busch Bullock, B0, national president, Jean Raup Grady, BE, of Orange,VA, past national president and Rosemary Carucci Goss, BIT, ofBlacksburg,VA, past national president, representing the Fotmdation. Area Alpha Sigma Alpha alumnae and members of tl1e Founders' families are also expected to attend. Marianne will give her Founders' Day address and then will participate in the Founders' Day ceremony along with members of Alpha Chapter.

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BY KELLY GILLESPIE MILLER, EH Director of Chapter Services JUA Advantage focuses on individual, elf-<lirected growth and learning. lL carries the educational objective of the sorority beyond th e new member period into a lifetime of development. It is firm I found ed on the ritual and values of Alpha Sigma Alpha and advances our aim intellectual, physical , spiritual and social development. The program caters to the needs of every member during and after her undergraduate college experience. lL offers a solution to senior member involvement and retention and assists in easing th e tran ition from college life to alumnae mem bership. It prepares our members to aspire, eek and attain future success. It gives Alpha Sigma Alpha ,.___.Miillii111iii·;:-:~"""~"f-, members an advantage-as women, l as tudents, as leader and as community members.

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Implementation schedule Pilot Chapters-implemented Spring 2001 Epsilon Epsilo!Mrnporio Stote University, KS Oelto Nv-8-Kenering University, Ml Oelto Chi-BioomsbUJg University, PA Zeto Koppo-Minnesoto Stote University ot Monkoto Zeto f'i-{Jniversity of Southern Colorado Zeto Chi-Niogoro University, NY

Summer 2001 Oelto NitA- Kenering University, Ml

Fall2001 Alpha Beto-Tnmm Stote University, MO Zeto Zetll-{llfltrm Missouri Stote University Nu Nu-fuxel University, PA

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Beto Gornmo-Northeostern Stole University, OK Beto Thetll-{entrol Michigan University Beto Mtr-Henderson Stote University, AR Gornmo MiH\drion College, Ml Gornrno Pi-Missouri Volley College Oelto Etn-OePoul University, IL Oelto Kopp&-University of Southern lnd"10no Oe~o Sigmo-Soginow Volley Stote University, Ml Epsilon Gornmo-Virginio Commonweo~ University Epsilon Kappa-Millersville University, PA Zeto Beto--University of Wrsconsin-River Fol~ Zeto Gornmo-Gonnon University, PA Zeto lDmlxlo--Rowon University, NJ Zeto OmiaorrMuskingum College, OH Zeto TOII"-1irond Volley Stote University, MJ Zeto Upsilon-lynchburg College, VA Zetu PsHoros College, lA

will be met. Arrangements ar b ing made to assemble and ship the fini hed product by the time cl e and recr-uitment tart.

Alpha igma Alpha is almo t ready to launch thi exciting new initiative.

JUA Advantage will be implement d with all coil giate chapters in a taggered proc over th e next two ears b ginning thi fall. ix chapters took a ri k and volunteered to be a pilot chapter this past spring for the AI Advantage initiative. The e chapters participat d in the testing of the initiative and provided feedback that wi ll improve the final material . Twenty-five chapters wi ll be th first to complete! implement JUA Advantage this summer and fall. In the first seme ter that chapters imp I ment the initiative a national repre entative will visit to facilitate the kick-off ren· at that explain the initiative and allo1 individuals to start working on their personal deve lopment plan . Chapter will also receive an implementation packe t that includes a PR plan ; ample mat rial to promote th new initiative to th e univerity, community, alumnae, pot ntial member and parents; implementation checkli ts; PowerPoint presentation ; officer duties; re ource li t; and officer transition tip .

Zeta Omeg!I-Austin Peoy State University, TN Theto Alpho-{oe College, lA Koppo Phi-Mount Union College, OH Roanoke College Colony, VA

Spring 2002 Alpha Gornmo-lnd"10no University of Pllflnsylvonio Beto Beto--University of Northern Colocodo Eto Eto-IW5burg Stote University, KS Beto loto-Rodford University, VA Beto Sigma-Southwest Missouri Stote University Gonvno Zeto--University of M.onsos-Mooticelo Gonvno loHochester lnstiMe ci Tedlnology, NY Gonvno l'si--fd"11boro University, PA Oelto UpsiluHJniversity ci Texas- Soo Antooio Epsilon Aipi»--Southem M.oosos University Epsilon Eto-V"rgOJ Wesleyoo Colege

Modules:

In the semester of implementation, chapters will be expected to purchase a set of materials for each member and new member. Materials include a copy of the member manual, the Alpha Sigma Alpha CD, a pen and the Advantage bar pin all in an attractive carrying case for $35.

Chapters also are expected to purchase a copy of the Program Guide/ New Member Module Facilitator Guide for each member of their support team. Members also will have access to the Advantage web site www.asa-advantage.org which will have discussion boards, resource links, an on-line activity log and evaluation, and the developmental transcript.

Chapters who are not implementing the initiative right away will continue with the Encounter program for new members.

They are allowed to apply components of the A!A Advantage initiative, but may not conduct the New Member Module until their semester of implementation so the chapter receives full support on making the transition.

The Alumnae Module of AJ:A Advantage was launched in the Winter 2001 issue of the Phoenix. The Alumnae Module deals with all life stages of members and focuses on lifelong commitment to sorority and on-going personal growth

and development. Each issue of the magazine will have a feature devoted to exploring a topic within one of the four aims and how it applies to alumnae members of all ages. Physical development was the focus of the winter issue with information on health needs at different ages. This issue will focus on spiritual development and living life more simply. If one of the topics interests you, further information and resource links will be provided on the Advantage web site beginning in September. In the future , alumnae chapters will be provided with complimentary programming that they can use as a group to further explore the topic.

For each module that is completed, members will receive a star on their Advantage bar pin. To complete the alumnae module, members complete a Capstone activity. Some of the activities members can do to complete the Capstone include donating to the Foundation, volunteering as an advisor, sponsoring an alumna initiate, organizing an alumnae activity, or assisting at a national meeting. Alumnae who are interested in working on the other parts of A!A Advantage can purchase a set of materials and complete the activities for each module.

Epsilon Theto-Pennsylvonio Stole University- Behrend Epsilon lombdo-University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown Epsilon lou-University of Mmylond-BoiHmore County Zeto Alpho-Missouri Southern Stole College Zeto Eto-Rockhurst College, KS Zeto Theto-Wogner College, NY Zeto Iota-SUNY-Stoney Brook Zeto Xt-Undenwood College, MO Zeto Rho-University of West Alobomo Zeto Sigma-University of lncmnote Word, TX

Beto Nu-Murroy Stole University, TN Beto Pt-Concord College, WV Beto Rho-University of Northern Illinois Beto Upsilon-lndiono Stole University Gommo Eto-Penn Stole University Gommo lombdo-loyolo University, ll Gommo Rho-Eost Stroudsburg University, PA Gommo Omego-Eostern Illinois University Delio Epsilon-Mansfield University, PA Delio Iota-University of Delewme Epsilon Rho-Williom PoHerson University, NJ Epsilon Upsilon-Col~ornio University of Pennsylvonio Zeto Mu-Missouri Western Stole College Zeto Nu-Morovion College, PA Zeto PhHIIinois lnsHtute of Technology

Fall2002 Alpho-longwood College, VA Phi Pht-Northwest Missouri Stole University Beto Epsilon-Jomes Modison University, VA Beto Koppo-Western Illinois University Beto lombdo-University of Centrol Arkonsos

THE PHOENIX OF ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA

New Member Module-"To fill my days with satisfying activity." eight week new member orientation, focusing on being a good person, good leader, good steward, good historian, good student, good member.

Initiate Module-"To find dominant beauty in art, literature, nature and friendships." Initiates continue to explore values and purpose of sorority, develop personally under four aims and grow as a leader.

Senior Module-"To know the peace and serenity of a divine faith ." A time to pass on wisdom and knowledge to younger chapter members and assistance in transitioning from college and into being a member for life.

Alwnna Module-"To love life and joyously live each day to its ultimate good." Deals with all life stages and focuses on lifelong commitment to sorority and on-going personal growth and development.

Program components: •

Support team- Chapter officers who work as a team to oversee implementation and to support members in meeting their goals.

• Annual chapter kick-off retreat and end of year retreat.

• Advantage partners and teams- Chapter members pair up to motivate and support each other and to assist in holding each other accountable to accomplishing personal goals.

• Learning journal and on-line activity log and evaluation- Allows members to track their activities and reflect on their learning.

• On-going individual activities- Both required and suggested activities in each of the four aims.

• CD-ROM- Interactive CD with history and heritage information about the sorority as well as resources and manuals.

• Web Page- www.asa-advantage.org includes on-line activity log, message boards, resource links, and FAQs. • Capstone experiences- Allows members at the end of each module to reflect on and apply their experiences.

• Developmental transcript- Serves as a resume to document extracurricular learning. Can be shown to potential employers or included with graduate school application. Upon completion, members receive letter of accomplishment from national president.

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able to resist di ease. Exerci e i also an excellent wa to elevate your mood.

Go to any bookstore and you will find the bookshelve and magazine racks filled with resources focused on impler living.

Women in particular are buying millions of the e publications trying to find ways to low their bu live and inject a greater sen e of calm into them. tress is unavoidable. We don ' t have control over every aspect of our live . You can ' t plan on that canceled flight, sick child, or cri is around the comer. All you can manage and control are your reactions.

"To love life and joyously live each day to its ultimate good"- to live joyously in thi stage in our alumnae membership, con ider what that line in the Creed means to you in terms of pi ritual development. For many, it means having fun, feeling confident in your choice , living by your personal principle and living a healthy life.

Stay (or get) organized Good organization can help ou manage your time more efficiently, which can reduce much of the time-related tre in our life. For example, make ali t of things you do and complete each task one at a time. Break large projects into smaller, easy-to-manage parts. Carry a date book with you for keeping track of important appointments, projects, deadlines and phone and fax numbers.

Ask for help No one can do it al l alone. Let fam ily members, friend , or coworker know that you feel overloaded and ask them for help with pecific tasks. People often don ' t realize you need help until you ask for it. And they wi ll be less demanding of your time if they are a\vare that you have little to spare.

(Taken verbatim from American Medical Association Health Insight: Health Care Calendar)

Learn how to relax Relaxation techniques are quick, easy methods for calming your mind and body.

Do them whenever you need a little stre reduction.

Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly nutritiou , well-balanced diet and exerci e can help keep our body fit and

Get professional help if you need it If you fee l o overwhelmed b your responsibilities that you are having

Managing the stress in your life

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difficulty functioning normal! · talk to your doctor. He or he wi ll be able to r ommend treatment or refer •ou to a qualified p chiatri tor other mental health speciali t.

In the 1994 book implijj• Your Life, Elaine t.James offers numerou id as on how to reduce the clutter in our life. We offer two of her ugge tion and a few of our own:

1. Pare down/reduce the clutter How much " ntff' in your life weigh you down-literally or figmativel r? Do ou have a \vall calendar, a personal planner as big as tl1e Yellow Page and a hand-held organizer? "Do ou really need a full- ized Cuisinan and a mini-Cui inart and a handheld copper and a mixer?" asks t.Jame .

St. james offers 100 'vay to tart reducing the tre and clutter in our life. First, get rid of tuff. Start in one small ection of your hou eat a time. Don't overwhelm yourself by attacking every room, ev ry cupboard and every clo et at the am time. Be disciplined, be deci ive and begin now. Include your kids and/ or partner in this exerci e as we ll, recommend St.Jame.

Clean off the top of your de k at th end of each workda . That doe n ' t mean tart clearing your desk at p.m. elect a

Getting organized at the oHice: Find it in 5 seconds or less!

I looked around m office in tear . There I at with every piece of paper I had ever touched itting in tacks on every inch of floor pace. It was a me ; and 1 \vas at my breaking point. Aero from me gleefull attacking everything 'vas Greg Vetter, Mr. Get-Yourself-Organized him elf.

Thi was Greg's profe ion. He ignored my tears as he purged my junk. Greg teache ou how to organize our office o that ou can get our hands on anything in 5 econds.

It felt like torture at first until I realized that it all would come neatl back together much faster than it came out of the folders. Although thi 'vas over l 0 years ago, the le on I learned from Greg till prevail. Greg i the author of "Find it in 5 econd ."

First Greg and I di cussed then li ted categoric of operation based on my busine .

Then, we organized the fLle that fit into categoric . I'm real big on hanging folders and love to color code. I alwa) keep m current project file in the file cabinet drawer clo e t tom ' right. reg taught me to be frugal . He ugge ted I use the back of outdated busine cards to write phon me age on in tead of ticky note . ow 1 go one better. I write them into a little me age book that has Loon Tune characters all ov r it. It' a great record.

And m ' de k is never covered with tick not .

reasonable time (such as 4:30p.m.) to slow down, plan priorities for the next day, get rid of the clutter and begin your transition to your travel home. Some people find closing their door and playing soothing music quietly in the background adds to this feeling of "my work day is ending now."

2. Work less It's a wonder people return to work each morning listening to dozens of friends and colleagues complain about how miserable and exhausted they are.

Many women have a long commute as a part of their working day. St. J ames tells of h er husband's two-hour commute to and from work. He would leave at 6:30a.m. and return at 7 p.m. And that doesn 't even tell of the days he went in early or stayed late.

Make sure you prioritize your work throughout the day. St. James found that "I had fallen into th e trap of believing that I had to do everything today, or at the very latest, by tomorrow, so I was constantly working under unn ecessary pressure, which is no fun ." Think about the critical activities and assignments that must be completed today, tomorrow and this week.

Think about the activities that, if not accomplished, hurt your work. Carve out time for unplanned activities (calls, inter-

ruptions, crises and meetings). Now plan your work-day accordingly.

There are numerous corporate executives that want their employees to use healthier work hours so everyone will enjoy their work more. Some supervisors have been known to walk around at 6 p.m. and ask people why they aren't home with their families or resting their eyes from their computer. Some lock the building doors with an alarm system to prevent people from working in the office on the weekends.

If you talk with your supervisor and manage your time with your company, you may find more flexible hours than you imagined. Thousands of workers are job sharing, taking advantage of flex-time and working half-days during the week when they have to travel and work on the weekends. You never know what your options are until you ask.

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Li~e consistently with your values and en1oy your work more

What is important to you in a work environment? Is it the service you 're providing?

A sense of accomplishment? Competing with other companies? Feeling like you 're contributing to a purposeful field?

As part of Al"A Advantage, the sorority is helping collegians and alumnae alike clarifY th eir personal and work values.

I no longer file everything alphabetically. I file alphabetically within a category. Let me give you an example of the categories I use in my current position as a marketing communications manager. I have red folders for vendors and keep their quotes and related purchase orders in a separate 3-ring binder. I have green folders relating to corporate items. I use yellow for trade shows and conferences. I use maroon for all marketing communications activities. Those are the most files I have. But they are also the ones where a project is completed and can then be filed in a master section. My master section is just another two-drawer fil e cabin et which mostly holds completed projects or reference materials.

After a project has ended, I clean the file of unnecessary notes. Often, I toss papers that I know have been stored electronically or that several other people have copies of.

I toss all but the final document, version or printed piece. But until then, whenever there is a meeting on the project, I take notes on a pad and put those pages into the project fo lder.

Let me reiterate my few tips: Determine your categories and file alphabetically within those categories. Don ' t keep all your files, active and inactive in the same file drawers.

At the end of the day, prepare for the next day by organizing the cun路ent files into high priority up front. Time yourself next time you look for an important document. You might be able to beat that 5 seconds, too!

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Meagan's Story Living a spiritual life Each of the four aims that Alpha Sigma Alpha embraces have had a significant impact on my life; however the most important one has been that of our spiritual aim.

In today's society it is so difficult to define spirituali ty. It can now be anything from religion to moral upbringing and even simple reflection.

I believe each individual should put aside time for themselves once a day. It is important as individuals, and as women, that we focus on our growth and our potential. To truly reach to the highest and aspire, seek, attain, I feel reflection is important. Each person has some unique way of reflecting, mine is praying. Each day I take the time to pray. Even if I am in the car, it is important for me to recognize how truly blessed I am and to wish for the betterment of society and others.

I also believe I live my life spiritually by living by my values. My values are my foundation. I try to think about my values and how my actions reflect upon who I am whenever I make a decision. Being a value-based leader has helped me to become a better person. I am more focused on making sure I live my life according to my own beliefs and standards.

Another way I keep myself in check is throughjournaling.Journaling has been an important part of my life for about nine years now. Although it is sometimes difficult to get in the habit ofjournaling it is extremely rewarding to look back and see my personal growth. It is also great to be able to have an outlet. The great thing about journaling is that we are the only ones who read our journals. We are not pressured to share our own personal feelings and thoughts with others.

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R vi it the intellectual development material in the enior module. p cifically re-read your re ponse to the worksheet entitled "Five Value : family lniluenc ." What famil me age did ou hear growing up that influence your attitude toward work? I your job a dail bligation that pa the bill for ecurity?

Is work a place to contribute our talents and kills? I it an environment that encourage profe ional growth ? Take tim to revi it your re pon e to this woJ·kheetto get you thinking about how and why you enjoy or don ' t enjoy your work.

A "Work Value Worksheet" i designed to help you que tion the prio ri ty value in your workplace. Do you fe el like you "fit" in your company or field? Why or why no t?

If you d o not feel a fit, in what ways d oes thi mismatch cau e yo u frustration or exhaustion?

4. Start a gratitude journal "The chief utility of the journal in time is to re tore the integrity of the mind and the equilibrium of the conscience, that is, inner health. " -L.F Amiel (182 1-1881), French writer One way to inject simplicity in your life t identify tl1e imple pleasures in it.

gratitude journal i a tool to help you capture your thoughts, experience , plan and dream . Your journal i whatever ou want to make of it. Bu women find j oy in identifYing th o e things tha t make them happy and humble. H e re a re orne que tion to tart your gratin1de journal: • What are you most grateful for in your life?

• In what wa s are you e liminati ng th e tre and clutter in your life?

• How do o ur personal value and your workplace value mesh?

Slow d own and take so me selfish moments away from pre ing pe rso nal commitme nts andre po n ibilitie , yo ur job and your family and friends. Write down all tl1a t you are grateful for in your life. tart simple. For exam ple, "I am grateful for my health ." Some peo ple have found that after writing in th e ir grati tude journals, they want to share th eir fi~din gs \vith o th ers. Share with your friend , your partner, family membe rs and childre n.

Spirin1ality is conn ecting to yo ur inner self-ge tting in touch with that part of yo u tl1at defin es who you are. It centers

and con n cts u \vith a higher power as well as each other.

Think about wa in which ou can tart implifying our life and implement th e m o 'OU can live morejo ou I !

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Haw to Get Control of Your Time and Your Life, b Alan Lake in . David McKay Com pan , . 1973.

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The Fottr Agreements: A To/tee "Wr.sdom Book b Don Miguel Ruiz. Amber Allen Publi hing, an Rafael, CA. 1997.

Simplify Your Life: 100 Ways to lf1lll Daum and Enjay the Tllings that &ally Matter b Elaine t.

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Dream Makers: Putting Vision and Values to Work b Michele Hun t. Davies-Black Publi hing, Palo Alto, . 1998.

Debbie's Story Getting rid of the clutter at home I would define clutter as asset accumulation out of control-or" tuff. " One of the greate t measure commonly u ed to defin e ucce i in the material good we a cumulate. o when doe clutter become too mu h of a good thing? k ourself the e que tion : Do you have trouble finding things or forget appointme nts? Do ou walk into our home or office and feel depre ed from looking a t th e me ? Did ou ever fear fi r •our lifi while opening up a clo et door?

1f u a n we red e to an of th e e n then a clutter free life can be the

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items that are broken, no longer useful or old can free up pace.

Create a theme in each room or space.

It i easier to manage clutter when items or paper have a "home" or special place for permanent torage.

A good rule for eliminating "stuff' is to use the one- ear rule: if ou haven ' t worn or used omething for over a year, get rid of it.

1f ou ee eve!)' broken item as repairable, every empty pace as a neon ign flashing "available" or if you keep buying hoe but never throw out the old one . let it go. You rna have a real problem \vith clutter.

It' good to have ouvenirs but be careful about keeping eve1 theatre ticket or dried flowers from your high chool prom .

Allow one box per person for memoirs.

You rna ha\'e become a packrat because •our mother kep t everything and that' what ·ou learned. nleam it. \>\'hat i th e fi t impre ion omeone h when the • walk into ·our home or

Debarah Fields Dietrich, B office? First impre ion are lasting one .

Can omeone det rmine our priori tie when looking at our pace? Getting rid of clutter is the \vindow to 'Our oul: Share or give awa item and ou will feel good.

Organize, tore, file useful item proper! .

U e everything •ou have of value.

Le is more. To broken , old or outdated items .

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Foundation Director ofDevelopment June 6, 2001

Dear Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation, ersonally for providing my chapter, I would like to thank you P h . to attend UIFI thLS ith a scholars LP Gamma Mu (Adrian College ) ' w th believed to be a future t d one person who ey year. My chapter elec e . ew member, I was both d th conference. BeLng an leader to atten e t d I attended the Session 1 ed to be selec e 路 I h d the h surprised and onor . . Indianapolis Indiana. a tler UniversLty Ln ' ld conference at Bu L. ttle did I knoW I cou amazing time while I was there . L . most . h a short amount of tLme. change so much Ln sue . ntemplation time, and small "lding exercLses, co . d Through team- b UL d hip style and voLce my "d t"f "ed my own lea ers group meetings, I L en L L I felt free to speak my mind. inions to other Greek leaders . . n were incredible.

Op t who attended my sessLo The other Greek studen s . f. Greek affiliation, yet they t their speCL LC I They cared so much a b ou ity as a whole . was termined to help change the Greek commun were de . 11 .n ness to change. in awe of their ideas and WL L g l Their enthusiasm for change indescrLbab e.

The facilitators were d h ge was contagious. They . g us grow an c an and their pride in seeLn . h e a lot of fun. We were " . le allowLng us to av h kept us on trac k w L "Be Impecca ble With Your Word, h guided though lessons sue as:, d "Living Your Ritual." Their "Do What You Say You Will Do, an w was terrific. Through us and help us gro d wil lingness to encourage . . t hanged for the better an . " all partLcLpan s c "Values Based Act Lon' .t the Greek communL Y路 . committed to improvLng nk I wish every Greek t d to say tha you . .

In concl usion, I wane "t t 0 attend this l eadershLP 路 the opportunL Y 1 k student could be gLven d "ll carry into my schoo wor ' I have l earne WL . institute . The lessons_ d m chapter leadership positLons. my personal relationshLps, an Y "de me with the tools to . ced wLl l prov L l The changes I have experLen nallY and professional y. h f ture both perso make a difference in t e u ' FraternallY Yours, Katherine Carr Gamma Mu- Adrian College

To sponsor a UIFI scholarship please contact Bente Fein at (317) 871-2920 or bfein@alphasigmaalpha.org.

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Since its inception in 1990, the NorthAmerican Interfraternity Conference's Undergraduate Interfraternity Institute (UIFI) has challenged over 4,000 undergraduate men and women to make a difference in their Greek community through values-based action. Thanks to many generous donors, the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation has furnished scholarships for 24 Alpha Sigma Alpha undergraduate members to attend this year!

UIFI participants are given the opportunity to explore, define and enhance their leadership skills, personal awareness and fraternity/ sorority commitment.

UIFI gives participants the tools to identify the timeless principles of integrity and commitment through which they will define themselves.

Participants and graduates ofUIFI are expected to lead with integrity. UIFI helps undergraduates identify their personal values and how their actions should reflect those values. "Our badge doesn't give us membership, it simply reflects our oath," commented Kristin Theohary, EE, Emporia State University, KS. "How you live your life determines whether or not the badge means anything. Otherwise it's simply material."

"The UIFI experience is irreplaceable," commented Megan johnson, <I><I>, Northwest Missouri State University.

"We were given the opportunity to learn and grow and after graduating from UIFI, th e 60 participants in my session left Indiana anxious to create a wave of change on our respective campuses."

The Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation issued the "UIFI Challenge" at the Centennial convention last summer.

The "challenge" is to send one Alpha Sigma Alpha from each collegiate chapter. For just $450, you can sponsor a chapter and give an undergraduate the opportunity to attend this premiere leadership institute.

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Founders' Memorial Scholarships Five Founders ' Memorial cholarship were established to commem<r rate the orarity :r Centennial year.

The Founders' Memorial Scholarship are awarded to undergraduate members who exemplify the visian academic pursuits and leadership skills of the F()ltnders.

Alpha Beta Founders' Memorial Scholarship The Alpha Beta Chapter, Truman State University, MO, endawed the scholarship in 1999.

Lindsey Reeves Chapter: Zeta Omega (Au tin Peay tate niversity, TN) Major: ursing

S. June Smith Founders' Memorial Scholarship Katelyn McCul/()ltgh, will lead to my success as a person, rudent and iste r. The fin an cial assistance that I will receive will help me expand my horizon ... I plan to study abroad for two full terms. This will enhan ce my outlook on life.

Thi spring I will be studyi ng in London for three months. My next rudy abroad opportuni ty will come during myjunior year when I will tudy and work in Fran ce for ix months. I would like toe tablish a career in foreign affairs. These study abroad opportunitie will help me to understand a different culture and a new world of experiences."

Past National Presidents Founders' Memorial Scholarship Lindsey Reeves, Zfl "Being involved in Alpha igma Alpha has helped me no t o n I in my personal life b teachin g me how to balan ce a o ro rity with cholasti c e ndeavors, but has also give n me th e gift of fri e nd hip and uppo rt th a t i worth far above an y price tha t could be charged ."

The Past National Presidents Founders' Memorial Scholarship was endowed in 2000 lYy the sorority :r past presidents.

Maureen Wiedel Chapter: B ta Iota (Radfo rd nive r ity, VA) Major: Leisure servi ce therape utic rec reatio n

Hilda Anna Giraud Founders' Memorial Scholarship The Hilda Anna Giraud Founders· Memorial cholarship was endowed in 1996 in honor of M1 . Giraud, Beta Zeta, IYy her daughters, w.anne L. Hebert, Beta Zeta, and Yvelle Laird, and granddaughter nna Laird.

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Maureen Wiedel, BI a ertified Therape uti c Recreation pecial i t, I will have th e o pportunity to work "~tl1 cl ie n ts to ad\'<l.nce th eir ph) ical, moti nal, cognitive and ial abilitie . .. Through thi prof< i n , I know m • life ''~ ll be fu lfi ll d. If! can impr ve th qual ity ofanot11-

Dr. . j une Smith, Kappa Kappa endawed the S. Ju ne Smith Founders' Memorial Scholarship in 1996.

Tina Brocco Chapter: Ze ta Omicro n (Mu kingum College, OK) Major: BtiSiness and Engli h

Kristin Green Chapter: Be ta Gamma ( ortheastem tate niversi ty, OK) Major: P chology and fami l rela tion and child development "Afte r graduation , I inte nd to comfo rt, guide and coun el troubled chi ldren. I fe el d put me o n this earth to help o th e rs a nd show childre n tlle re is alway omeone \~ lli ng to help and care for th e m . I hope I can be tha t pe rso n in troubled chi ldre n ' live ."

National Philanthropic Scholarship

Tina Brocco, ZO "My fatl1 er has worked fo r the YMCA al l of his life and has hown me the imme n e reward of helping othe rs. I wou ld love to one day wo rk fo r a non-profit o rgan izatio n th at fo cu e o n th e welfare of o thers mo re th an o n the profits they are attempting to obtain. I know that obtaining th e appropriate skil ls to articulate and write effectively wi ll help me in my busine caree r.

I wa nt to achieve my fu lles t po tential, and with thi cholarhip I will be able to focu mo re on m scholastic than o n how I \~ll pa fo r it. I wam to graduate kn m~ n g tl1a t I lived everyda to its full e t po te ntial and that I have become a be tter person fro m m ex peri e nce ."

Suzanne Hebert Founders' Memorial Scholarship uzanne L. Hebe~t, Beta Zeta, e/Uwwed the uzanne Hebert F()ltnders ' Me1n0rial cholarship in 1995.

Four ational Philanthropic Scholarships are awarded for graduate ar undergraduate wark in any field. They were established in 1967 in hanar of the national organization.

Schanda Banister-Doughty Chapte r: Beta u (Murray tate nive rsity, KY) Major: Education

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"Alpha igma Alpha taught me the mo t impo rta nt I o n I eve r learned , to love peopl , e pecial l people who are diffe re nt than I. Thi love fo r o th er people i what h helped me become a good teac her.

I now have the oppo nunit to hare m love \~ th 150 tud nts ea h da . It is lflll re ma rkable to p nd o ur da molding oung minds ... Everyda I use m lw to en ou rage, mo tivate and mo l important! ' to li te n to m tude nts ... M ultimate car er goal i to be a high hoot i tant prin cipal that I can have th e o pportun i Tltl P110011X Of AlrHA SIGMA AlrHA

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to work with the students who truly need the most attention, the students who get into trouble. Having the ability to influence 150 lives is wonderful, but as an assistant principal I would have the chance to work with many more students."

Kathryn Cook Chapter: Beta Gamma (Northeastern State University, OK) Major: Medicine

role which art plays in our collective and individual enlightenment ... I believe that an advance degree will be invaluable as I strive to protect and improve the health of the arts for years to come., Sharon Wynn Chapter: Zeta Omega (Austin Peay State University, TN)

Major: English

stage to sing a solo for the first time at age 10, I've known that I wanted to be a "star." Each summer I tour fairs, festivals and other events, entertaining crowds of hundreds to thousands and luckily gaining a lot of support along the way ...

Everyone asks me why I chose biology as my major in college, since I am so passionate about music. My answer is always the same-biology is my second love . .. In the pursuit of my goals and dreams, scholarship money plays a big role. With it, just as I wished when I was 10, I can be a star!"

Mary Turner Gallagher Scholarship Sharon Wynn, ZD Kathryn Cook, BT "I become more and more convinced every day that being a doctor is what was meant for me. I realize what a huge impact my actions can have on the people around me. This realization motivates me to find ways to serve people in my community. The fact that the training I will receive in this exhausting thing called medical school will enable me to serve others makes the journey more bearable."

Meghan Turner Chapter: Zeta Eta (Rockhurst University, MO) Maj or: Administration/ museum studies

"I believe the financial support I receive from Alpha Sigma Alpha will permit me to be able to focus on making my student teaching experience the very best that it can be by allowing me to gain time that may have been spent working."

This scholarship is awarded annually to an Alpha Sigma Alpha who possesses a background in music.

The Grace Fultz Haworth Music Scholarship was established in 1981 through a bequest of Grace Fultz Haworth, Delta Delta, who served Alpha Sigma Alpha as National Treasurer from 1922-1934.

Meghan Turner, ZH

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Sarah Rockey Chapter: Zeta Eta (Rockhurst College, MO) Maj or: Psychology

Grace Fultz Haworth Music Scholarship

Sara Simms Chapter: Epsilon Eta (Virginia Wesleyan College) Maj or: Biology "Ever since I stepped on

"Our society shoulders the responsibility to preserve an environment of artistic freedom. Just as Kennedy urged in the 1960s, we must continue to recognize today the crucial

The Mary Turner Gallagher Scholarship is for undergraduate work in any field. Mrs. Gallagher, first initiate and former advisor of Chi Chi Chapter, established it in 1967.

Sara Simms, EH

Mary Emerson Blackstone Scholarship W Lawson Blackstone began the Mary Emerson Blackstone Scholarship fund in 1984. The scholarship is awarded annually to an Alpha Sigma Alpha who demonstrates outstanding teaching of preschool age children and who possesses, although not limited to, a musical background. Mary Emerson Blackstone was national president from 1961-64.

Samantha Wilson Chap ter: Alpha Beta (Truman State University, MO) Major: Psychology "My graduate experiences have strengthened my desire to better understand disorders primarily diagnosed during childhood. Eventually, I would like to assess and treat children with various clinical disorders, possibly within a residential treatment center or outpatient hospital. I am eager to refine my research skills and augment my clinical experiences in the graduate program at Saint Louis University in order to become a productive scholar and competent clinician."

Martha Green Dimond Scholarship Sarah Rockey, ZH ."As an active member of my college community, I believe the experiences I have gained in working with many different groups of people will be the most beneficial to me in achieving my long-term goals.

Involvement in Alpha Sigma Alpha has probably played the biggest role in this area, allowing me to work closely with my sisters, school administration and other student organizations both Greek and nonGreek. Receiving a scholarship will allow me more time to devote to schoolwork and activities instead of to a fulltime job."

Martha Dimond established the Martha Green Dimond Scholarship in 1977 for graduate work in any field to be awarded to a member ofAlpha Sigma Alpha.

Karen McKay 路Chapter: Zeta Upsilon (Lynchburg College, VA) Major: Business administration

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campu organization has made m into the person I am toda . I am proud of who I am and what I have accompli hed, and I am extremely grateful to the man aring p ople who have help d me along the way.

I could not be where I am toda without my famil y, Alpha igma Alpha i ters, friend and Lynchburg o llege faculty and taff."

Amy M. Swisher Scholarship The Amy M. Swisher Scholarship is for graduate ur undergradual'! work in any field. Miss Swisher, profes or of art education emerita, Miami niversity, OH, and be/(Jf)ed advisor ofAlpha Alpha Chapter established this scholarhip in 1952.

Jaime Estes Chapter: Beta Lambda ( niversity of ntral Arkan as) Major: peech-language pathology

but I intend to reach the e goals."

Wilma Wilson Sharp Scholarship

Special Education Scholarship

The Wilma Wilson Sharp cholarship is for undergraduate work in any field. This scholarship was initiated in 1968 by the Greater Kansas City Alumnae Chapter and established in 1970 in honor of Mrs. Sharp, president emerita of Alpha Sigma Alpha.

Th'l pecial Education Scholarship is awarded to a member and a non-member pursuing graduate or undergraduate work in thefield of special education.

Anja Goff Chapter: Beta Lambda ( niversity of Central Arkan as) Major: School psychology

Amelia Fitzgerald Chapter: Beta Gamma ( ortheastem State niversity)

Amelia Fitzgerald, Bf Anja Goff, BJ\ "I believe ucces build self-co nfidence and further sti mulate a child's desire to learn . I want the opportunity to acce ntua te th e po itive experien ces that stud e nts can have in chool. This scholarhip will be u ed to strengthen my kills in clo ely eval uating pecial needs students and uggesting placements and/ or treatments tha t will increase th eir opportun ity to succeed . ..

The Alpha igma Alpha scholar hip i important to my future. Howeve r, m sisters' ap preciation and acknowledgm ent of m truggle to improve education for children i pricele ."

Major: Special education "This year I visited a sc hool for childre n who had been pulled from their homes due to abu e, behavior problems or learning disabilitie . Tho e children are given structure through volunteer home parents, th eir own Christianbased school and a church h o m e. I fell in love with th e program, th e staff and most of all, th e children. I hope to one day use th e talents and educa tio n I have gained at NSU and through life experience provided by organizations like Alpha Sigma Alpha.

Thank you for h e lping the ed ucatio nal dream of many come true."

Beta Gamma Scholarship The Beta Gamma cholarship was established in 1994 with generous contributions from the alumnae and friends of the Beta Gamma Chapter and the Tulsa Alumnae Chapter. This cholarship is awarded to an undergraduate member of the Beta Gamma hapter based on academic performance and a demonstrated lifetime commitment to lpha igma lpha.

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Melissa Lovitt Chapter: Beta Gamma ( orth ast m tate niversity OK) Major: peech pathology

Melissa Lovitt, Bf "Aft r graduation, I plan to e nroll in a m asters program in sp eech and language pa thology and specialize in cleft palate reconstruction. I feel th at I can succeed in thi ar a du e to m willingne to h e lp o th ers, e pecially tho e who are le f01 tun ate ... I al o am burdened with finding extra ways to pay for a noth er thre years of chool. Thi cholarhip will h elp lift that burde n. "

Beta Sigma Scholarship The Bela igma cholarships are awarded each year to the president and treasw 路er of Beta igma Chapter. These awards were established in 1987 by Beta igma alumnae at the chapter' 40th anniversary in honor of three Beta igma s who served as chapter treasurer and Alpha igma Alpha national treasurer, Ro e Marie Fellin, juanita Roberts Rowe and Marilyn Ramsey Garbee.

Katie Witham, Chapter president Chapter: Beta igma ( outhwe t Mi ouri tate niversity) Major: peech pathol gy Breanne Shockley, Chapter treasurer Chapter: Beta igma ( uthwe t Mi ouri tat niversi ) Major: Finance

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Recognition of Eminence recipient dies

BY T ERESA BOYER FISHBACK, LlK Editor/Director of Communications

S.June Smith Center in 1965 in Lancaster, PA. (see side bar)

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n Wednesday, April 25, Alpha Sigma Alpha suffered the loss of one of its beloved members, Dr. S.June Smith, KK.June was 95 and lived at Brentwood Retirement Community in Lecanto, FL. June was one of only six members in Alpha Sigma Alpha history to win the distinguished Recognition of Eminence award. The award honors alumnae members whose professional or community achievements have received recognition outside the realm of Alpha Sigma Alpha.

Commitment to children Smith received a bachelor's degree from Temple University, a master's degree from Columbia University, NY, and a doctorate in education from Penn State University.

She began her career in 1928 as assistant to the superintendent of Lebanon County Schools. In 1950 she was a delegate to the White House conference on Children and Youth and chaired a sectional meeting of the group in 1960. In 1963 she was appointed by the governor to serve on the Governor's Council for Human Services committee for the handicapped.

June served as president of the Mental Health Association board, headed the former Hearing Center Board and was active

''Foundations help today to reach into all the tomorrows with promises."

- Dr. S. June Smith with Goodwill Industries, the Girl Scouts and many other groups.

Commitment to Alpha Sigma Alpha June served as Alpha Sigma Alpha's first foundation treasurer. She was a founding member of the Central Pennsylvania Alumnae Chapter. June was a past recipient of the Wilma Wilson Sharp Award and held a national council position. She helped to establish the

The S.June Smith Center held a memorial service for her June 29 at Millersville University. Alpha Sigma Alpha members did the invocation at the memorial.

In a letter that was read at the service, Alpha Sigma Alpha National President Marianne Busch Bullock said, "The world was a richer place because June devoted her life to serving children."

Marianne continued, "She truly exemplified commitment and was a role model to many young women."

Paula Foreman, PP, was instrumental in getting the sorority to support the S. June Smith Center as one of AlA's philanthropic endeavors. "S.June Smith was a very special sister to me and I feel that AlA is so privileged to support the programs that she started here in Lancaster.

S.June definitely made an impact in the area of special education and her dreams and work have touched the lives of thousands of Lancaster County children, families, and teachers," said Paula. She added that our challenge now is to carry on the work S.June began over 40 years ago and continue supporting this wonderful organization.

-excerpts from the S. Ju ne Smith Center brochure

0-plus years o dedication to the S. June Smith Center and its commitment to "helping childre reacH the r potential." The Fo n a~on has become one of the Center's major supporters, providing the funding for a prescHool class at the Heai:lStart Family Advocacy Center, iture, special toys and computer programs. Thank you to those of you who have m de this support possible!

Donations to the S. June Smith Center can be made to the AI ha Sigma Alpha Foundation in memory of Dr. S. June Smith.

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Four to travel for Alpha Sigma Alpha Four worrum will serve Alpha Sigma Alpha as leadership con ultan l for 2001-02. The consultants will begin traveling to various chapter m August and will travel through the end of May 2002.

BY KRISTI MACKENZIE, ~l Chapter Development Intern

Nicole Baumann Chapter: Gamma Mu, Adrian College, Ml Major: Biology, Chemi try Chapter offices: Pre ident, vice president of alumnae & heritage, Panhellenic delegate, public relations chair Campus/ community activities: Recruitment counselor, Leaders in College Service member, student government association enator, Order of Omega, PACE leader (orientation program for incoming students), cro s country, track and occer team Awards/ recognition: President's Leadership, Greek Woman of the Year, chapter's nominee for the Elizabeth Bird Small and Fro t Fidelity ward and 2000 homecoming queen.

Why do you want to be a Leadership Consultant?

"Alpha Sigma Alpha has given me o much, this is just one way I can give back. To be able to travel aero the country and how others how great A2.A can be, i going to be amazing."

Kim Garafola Chapter: Zeta Kappa, Minnesota tate University Major: M communicatio n , marketin g Chapter offices: Pre ident, vice pre ident of alumnae & heritage, i terh ood chairman , public relati on chai rman Campus/ community activities: Panhellenic pre ident, Fro t Da • co-chairman, mass communicati on dub, ne\ paper ad''i ry b ard , rder of mega Awards/ recognition: Allr 1i • Pr ident f the ear, 20

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Officer of the Year, Chainvomen of the Year, dean ' lit Why do you want to be a Leadership Consultant? "l feel it is my way to give bac k to the organization th at has made uch a dramati c difference in my life. As a collegiate membe1· of Alpha Sigma Alpha I grew so much as a leader and a person . I want to help others reach their full potential. l al o think it will be really fun !

I enjoy traveling and meeting new people and look at this opportunity as a wonderful experience and adve nture."

Megan Johnson Chapter: Phi Phi , Northwest MissoUJi State Unive rsity Major: Speech & organi zatio nal communications Chapter offices: Pre ident, vice president of programming & ritual , philanthropy assistant chair, homecoming house decoratio ns chair Campus/ community activities: Recruitment counselor, student ambassador, student enate, Mortar Board enior Honor Society, homecoming tudent co-chai r, peer advi or, sopho more clas pre ident, Order of Omega Awards/ recognition: Hilda Anna Giraud cholarship, T ower ervice ward, ati onal IFI cholarship, chapter nominee for the Fro t Fideli ty, Elizabe th Bird mal l and Outstanding Greek Woman wards Why do you want to be a Leadership Consultant? ··r am honored to be a leaderhip con ultant o th at I rn a , gi'' back to th e organ ization, th e opporn mitie I have b n gi\·en."

Kristi MacKenzie Chapter: Delta igma, agi naw Valle tate niversity, Ml Major: P chology, outh ervice Chapter offices: Ru h chairman (2 term ), Panhelle nic chairman (re po n ible for tarting campu Pan hellenic), Panhellenic president, recruitment counselor, vice pre ident of new member educati on coordin ator and member of th e Mid-Michigan rown Alumnae Chapter Campus/ community activities: Cardin al heer team V

coach, resident assistant, ori en tation lead er, Club Red , student as ociati on-campu even ts and stud ent conce rn committee.

Awards/ recognition: Attendance wa rd, Panhellenic hi eld Awa rd , Al um nae of th e Year 2000-0 1, V Ou tstanding e nior Leader Award , dean ' li t Why do you want to be a Leadership Consultant?

"After graduatin g in 2000, I tho ught th at m b t year as an Al pha ig had past, but I have come to realize that being an active alumna i j u t as rewardin g as m co llegiate ex pe1i en e. inc grad uati ng, I have li ved in hicago and lndian apoli and it till amaz me how iste from a r th coun try are excited to me t •ou an d offer an amoun t f help th e · can . I hav b en 01.11 ble ed to find a r rity th at has give n me a "home awa • from home," wi th tr ng value and b lief: and I an n t wait hare in th e continued u f Alpha igma Alpha."

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Zeta Psi Chapter installed at Loras College

BY LEAH DOOLEY, AB Leadership consultant, 2000-01 The Zeta Psi Chapter of Alpha Sigma Alpha was installed at Loras College in Dubuque, IA, on Feb. 10, 2001.

This group of women started their search for a national sorority in the fall of 1999.

Mter researching many different organizations, the women chose Alpha Sigma Alpha. They held interest group functions and philanthropy events throughout the spring of 2001 and finally began the focus program in the fall of2000.

The first Phoenix Degree date was Sept. 16, 2000.

Throughout the semester, they learned all about the inner workings of Alpha Sigma Alpha and exactly what it takes to be a member of this sorority.

Through sisterhood retreats, philanthropy events, and various other chapter activities the

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women grew the bonds of friendship that the sorority was founded upon 100 years ago.

Many guests were in attendance at the installation weekend activities. The installation team was comprised of Suzanne Kilgannon, BI, national vice president of programs; Cindy Kelly-Deaton, BIT, national chairman of colonies; Lindsay Reynolds, BK, colony development director; Anita Reichling, .iN, province director; Krystal Geyer, fP, assistant director

of chapter services; and Leah Dooley, AB, leadership consultant.

The installation weekend started off on Friday night, Feb. 9, with a welcome reception for visiting national officers and other guests.

Saturday morning, the Sanctuary Degree, Installation of th e Chapter, Installation of Officers and Crown Degree Ceremonies were performed.

The newly installed and initiated chapter members celebrated with the White Luncheon

Charter initiates Charter members: Katherine Carlson, Kristen Anderson, Maureen Carney, Katie Cerniglia, Christina Dacio, Anastasia Edwards, Jane Feltes, Jill Goodrich, Kelly Jordan , Karmen Krebs, Mary Kay McDermott, Ann Molitar, Hillary Pecha, Andrea Roan, Melissa Schisler, Rachel Schroeder, Kimberly Sturm, Amanda Talsma, Catherine Veth, Kathleen Wilson, J essica Wobeter and Rachael Wubben Alumna initiate: Mary Jordan Charter new members: Marianne Rockney and SarahWiechert.

that afternoon where they were presented gifts from the national organization and national council. That afternoon, the women hosted a reception to share their excitement with the restofthe faculty, staff and administration on campus as well as visiting parents and friends.

The festivities concluded that evening with a formal banquet. The charter was presented and guest speakerI chapter advisor, Dr. Maggie Sullivan, spoke to the women.

The Aspire toast was given by Kate Ryan, member of Beta Kappa Chapter; the Seek toast was given by Krystal Geyer, alumna of Gamma Rho Chapter; and the Attain toast was given by Anita Reichling, Province Director. Guests stayed to celebrate by dancing the night away.

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Theta Alpha Chapter installed at Coe College

BY LAURA ZABEL, D.K

Leadership consultant, 2000-01 The Th ta Alpha hapter was in tailed aturda •, March 3, 2001 , at oe College in Cedar Rapids, IA. In March 2000, th e Alpha igma Alpha exten ion team was invited to pre ent. The university expan ion committee voted un animou ly to affi liate with Alpha igma Alpha. The colony had their fi rs t of everal Phoenix degree in O ctober 2000. Theta Alpha hapter is th e third ati onal Panhellenic oun cil orori ty on campu .

On Friday, March 2, th e in Lallation team, members of Zeta Kappa and Zeta Phi chapter and leadership consultantsjes ica Bridwe ll, zn, Leah Dooley, B, feli a Koch , EE, and Mand tark, ZA, pas t leader hip con ultant Lind ay Re)'llolds, BK, and provi nce director an d past leadership onsul tantjenn Rassett, ZB, attended th e ge t-acquai nted party and tour of Theta Alpha' chapter roo m.

The in Lallati on team con i ted of ati onal Pre ident Mari an ne Busch Bullo k, B0; Natio nal hai rm an of olonie indy Kelley-Deato n, BD ; Colony Development Directorj en Reisner, fM ; Provine Director Ani ta Rei hling, t. ;

Director o f hapt r n -ice Kr] tal Ge ·er, rn; and Leadership on ultant Laura Zabel, t.K. On aturda • at th e Five eason Hotel in edar Rapid , th worn n were initiated and the colo n • was in tailed . M mbe1 from Ep ilon Ep ilon, Gamma Omega, Zeta B ta, Z ta Kappa and Zeta Phi hapte joined Theta Alpha for thi p ial da .

The white luncheon was also held at the Five eas n Hotel. indy Kc ll ·-Deaton rved as toastmi tre . The women .- ceived th ir member hip certificat and phoenix recognition pin as we ll as numerou gifts. Later in th e aft m oon, th er was a fac ul ty/ par nt reception in Voorh ee Hall on campu .

Th installation banqu t was h ld that evening at the ho tel. La ura Zab I s 1ved as

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barter mem bers and um-eiling of th chart r. dance fo llowed th banqu t.

Charter initiates Charter members: Mi randa L)'ll lam , Kelli Brad ,j ennif; r BrOI\'11, Ani ta larie Carruth ers, Ki mary L)'llne o ne, Am • e oodman, Amy raham, J ana I Iallas, R ann Ham mel, tacie j ohn n , Renee j o Krohne, M li a Kathryn Kuhn , Amber R n e LaM r lizab th Marie Leaver, j ai me LiUequi t, Alii on Ka • L ng, Holl Miller, ara drea L i h ~ lilobar, Katie Mo n, Amy Mi helle '•ert, ndi e ' nner, Alicia Li Palm r, Brenda Pippit, R xi Rab , Erin Elizabe th R dmon, ta · L '1111 ha nL r, Ren e hwarz, ~[j hell Renee mo th rs, j e ica Dawn tan be ll] , Tara Lmn J amie Tu k rand Amanda Marie Watson.

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New location for headquarters Alpha Sigma Alpha has a n ew home. In August, the h eadquarters staff helped with the move . Please make n ote of our n ew address 9550 Zionsville Rd, Suite 160, Indian apolis, IN 46268. Our phon e num ber will remain 317-871-2920.

Alpha Sigma Alpha welcomes new alumnae chapters Th ree new alumnae chapters have j oined the Alph a Sigma Alpha family this spring.

The Topeka, KS, Alu mnae Chapter was installed on April 17. If you would li ke more information on this chapter please contact Chapter President Deana Farmer Cubie, HH, at cubie2@ iwon.com.

The installation of the newly formed Northern Colorado Alum nae Chapter took place on April 24. For m ore information about this chapter con tact Chapter Presiden t Theresa McCarthy, BB, at RockieTree@aol.com.

Pennsylvania is the most recent state to add another alumnae ch apter. T he Valley Forge Alumnae Ch apter was

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installed on May 6. Con tact Chapter President Kelly McGinnis, EK, at asa185@ n etzero.net for information.

If you n eed additional information on these chapters please contact national headquarters at 317-871-2920 or asa@alphasigmaalpha.org.

In the chapter corner page under the merchandise button be sure to ch eck out the new web sites ofUB Greek and Burr Patterson & Auld.

Alpha Sigma Alpha's web site has several new additions

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If you haven ' t ch ecked out the Alpha Sigma Alpha web site (www.alphasigmaalpha. org) in a while you will wan t to be su re to check out the following pages of the site.

An e-invitation can now be fo un d on the fro nt page of the web site and on the news and even ts page under the Founders' Day 2001 button .

This invitation can be emailed to members to encourage th em to attend the Founders' Day Celebration festivities on Nov. 17.

A pop up window on the fro n t page invi tes members to register fo r the Founders' Day Celebration events as well. A link takes you directly to the registration page.

Alpha Sigma Alpha's coffee table book wins award Alpha Sigma Alpha's book

nized wi th a Certificate of Merit in the category of Outstanding Promotional Publication at the annual meeting of th e College Fraternity Editor's Association in May. If you would like to order this book please contact national headquarters at 317-871-2920 or asa@alphasigmaalpha.org. Supplies are limited so order today. The cost is $49.95 plus shipping and handling.

National council profile: Vice President of Almnnae Joining national council in tl1e fall of 2000, Angela Dantzler Bauldree, Beta Zeta, is Alpha Sigma Alpha's newest vice president of alumnae.

Angela has served as an alumnae region director since 1994 and recently served on the membership program committee.

She has been a member of the Lafayette, LA, Alumnae Chapter, the Greater Dallas Area Alumnae Chapter and was instrumental in chartering the Charlotte, NC, Alumnae Chapter. She served these chapters as president, vice president, secretary, Panhellenic delegate and delegate to the national convention.

Angela is a senior accountant with CSX Lines, a domestic shipping company. She attended the University of Southwestern Louisiana and received her bachelor's degree in finance and economics form the University of Dallas.

She and her husband Phillip live in Charlotte, NC.

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FOUNDED-longwood College, Farmville, Virginia, November 15. 1901 FOUNDERS-louise Cox Carper Juliene Hundley Gilliam Mary Williamson Hundley Virginia Boyd Noell Calvo Watson Woonon NATIONAL COUNCIL

President-Marianne 8uS<h Bullock, B0, 1021 5Wildwood Pork lone, Houston, TX 77070 Vice President of Extension-lori White Scan. EE. 4513 West 54th St., Roeland Pork, KS 66205

Vice President of Programs-Suzanne M. Kilgonnon, Bl, 1633 N.Western Ave. 2N, Chicago, ll6064 7 Vice President of Finonce--Borbora lombmno Williamson. HH. 2804 lake Crest Or, Flower Mound, TX 75022 Vice President of Communicolions-Ool~ Purvis loyd, B~. 225 Sherwood Or., Hattiesburg, MS 39402 NATIONAL PANHELLENIC CONFERENCE

Delegate-lynne Rachel Chambers, • 1211 Sonlu Anno, Richmond, VA 23229 First Alternate-Ellen Funk Morris, B • 10905 Omoho lone, Porker, CO 80138 Vice President of Collegions-8orbora Pennington Second Altemote--Oione Yendc James, HH, Struble, ll . 12180 Townline Rd .• Grand Slone, 966 s. 260th St., Pittsburg, KS 667 62 Ml 48439 Third Alternote--lori White Scan. EE. Vice President of Alumnae-Angelo Dantzler 4513 West 54th St., Roeland Pork, KS 66205 Bouldree, BZ, 12321 Creektree Court, Chorlone, NC 28278

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Director of Development for the Foundoli~ Bente Fein, Xn. bfein@olphosigmoolpho.org Assistonl Director of Chapter Services-Krystul Geyer, fP, kgeyer@ulphosigmoolpho.org financial Records Adminislrotm Gino Hill, ghill@olphosigmoolpho.org Chapter Records Clerk-Stude Amos, somos@olphosigmoolpho.org Administrative Assistunt-Suson Truelove, oso@olphosigmoolpho.org Office Assistunt-Eiizobeth Porterfield, sporterfield@olphosigmoolpho.org Programming Assislunt-Jone Und, progossl@olphosigmoolpho.org LEADERSHIP CONSULTANTS

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Vice Chairman-Cindy Fundis Smith, EE. 29 E. 113th Tenoce, Kansas City, MO 64114

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Seaelury-Sidney Gremillion Allen, ''""· 1355 Sheppard St. 205, Minden, LA 71055

Executive Director-Usa Toitlongo, rH. lrlongo@olphosigmoolpho.org Director of Chapter Services-Kelly Gillespie Miller, EH. kmiller@olphosigmoolpho.org

Chairman-leslie Maxwell Ziringer, fH , 4082 Hilty Rd .• Export, PA 15632

Treasurer-Joanne Burroughs Zobaldo, B• • 3609 W. Cleveland St., Tompo, Fl33609-2809 Trustee-Rosemary Corucd Goss, Bn. 2355 MI. Tobar Rd., Blocksburg, VA 24060

Trustee-Diane YendcJames, HI-I, 966 S. 2601h Director of Programming-Jennifer Griggs, EE, St., Pittsburg, KS 66762 jgriggs@olphosigmoolpho.org Director of Communicolions-Tereso Boyer Fishback, Trustee-Marianne Busch Bullock, B•• 10215 ~ K. tfishback@olphosigmoolpho.org Wildwood Pork lone, Houston, TX 77070 Trustee--Borboro lombrono Williamson, HH. 2804 lake Crest Or, Flower Mound, TX 75028

Fire at Longwood College Birthplace of Alpha Sigma Alpha suffers loss of historic buildings

BY TERESA BOYER FISHBACK, dK Editor/Director of Communications On Tuesday, April 24, a fire broke out at Longwood College in Farmville, VA. The fire destroyed the stately, majestic icon that is Longwood's signature building, the Rotunda. The West Ruffner, East Ruffner and Grainger Halls sustained heavy fire and water damage. Over 175 firefighters battled the blaze.

No one was injured but over 400 students were evacuated from their residence halls and moved to a gym on campus. Longwood College is the birthplace of Alpha Sigma Alpha, Kappa Delta, Sigma Sigma Sigma and Zeta Tau Alpha.

Investigators with the Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation determined that the fire appears to have been accidental. State police investigators also concluded that the fire's point of origin was on the third floor of the West Ruffner building.

Alpha Sigma Alpha's Alpha Chapter advisor and Centennial convention chairman, Eleanor Barbas Williams, A, confirmed that no one was injured in the blaze and that all of the Alpha Sigma Alpha arch ives on campus are safe.

"I went to school there, so as an alum I was saddened to see the historic rotunda destroyed." Eleanor said, adding, "Thank God this wasn't the year of the convention." At last year's Centennial convention over 500 members traveled to Longwood College to tour the campus.

President of Longwood College, Patricia P. Cormier, in a letter to parents

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of students said, "The bottom line is that we have lost a very important historic landmark on our campus-one that people connect to emotionally, and that saddens many, many people. However, the functional damage to much of the other space is minimal." She went on to say that by the time the college opens the fall semester in August, campus life will resume as usual, probably with a few minor inconveniences.

A fund has been established to ensure that the Rotunda is reconstructed to its prior state of grandeur. The Rotunda Fund was established April 26 for the

purpose of restoring the Rotunda building and to support the needs of the academic departments that were displaced by the fire. The Rotunda Fund is held and managed by the Longwood College Foundation Inc. All contributions to the fund are tax deductible. Checks should be made payable to the Longwood College Foundation, Inc. and noted that its purpose is for the Rotunda Fund. All donors to the rotunda fund will be listed in a prominent location in the reconstructed Rotunda. For more information contact Longwood College's Office oflnstitutional Advancement at 804-395-2028.

What remains of the historic Rotunda at Longwood College after a fire destroyed three buildings on campus.

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b ' Mrs. McClure' daughter irginia. Thi badge was in tum pre ented to Hillary mall Williams, , to replace her own badge which had been lost. The beautiful pearl badge will be treasured for many yeat to come.

Laura Gadbau Laclede, AA rND Y CITY, IN

Dayton alumnae chapter member H illary Small Williams, A , is presented with the heirloom badge by

Pamela Chambers Shoffner, AA. DAY'FON, OH

Gathering of the Farmville Four December brought th e Dayton alumnae together at the home of Pamela Chambers holfner, M, for their traditional philanthropic auction.

Members enjoyed lunch and fellow hip and raised funds for philanthropy by auctioning donated items.

In january the Dayton alumnae joined the alumnae chapters of Zeta Tau AJ ph a, Sigma igma igma and Kappa Delta sororitie for th e second annual Fannville Four gatl1 ering. Th Kappa Delta Dayto n lumnae Chapter ho ted tl1 e event at Gartska' Restaurant.

The fit t Fannville Fo ur event was rgani zed in 2000 b • th e Alpha ign1a Alpha chapter. u endance multipli d threefold in 2001 as more I al alumnae ga tl1 ered in tl1 e frat mal pi tit of the occasion .

The four Da ton altunnae hapte t have agreed to me t an nuall • to acknowledge th eir L ngwo d connection.

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Members participate in Multiple Sderos1s Walk The new lnd City chapter tarted tl1e year 2001 with a bang--or rather a baby shower. Chapter president, Le a H edinger-Hamm , 6-K, was tl1 e gue t of honor and the celebration was held at her home for fellow chapter members.

In Febmary, a St. Valentine's ceremony agai n at Lesa Hedinger-Hamm 's home, 6-K, provided the chapter with tl1e perfect opportunity to get together as well as perform an initiation ceremony for th e chaptet· members who attended.

March was de ignated as philantluopy montl1.

Members participated in the Multiple clero i \>\ alk held in Indianapoli , both as participants and volunteers, in order to raise mone • and awarene for thi di ease.

Angela Hay , ..lK

Mar ch lOth members met at Art and oul, an ans and craft cafe, where they d ecorated a piece of pottel)' of their choice. They al o met on pril 21 to list n t a p aket· on wome n ' health .

Maty Conve>)•va/1 der et, ZE

ATLANTA, GA

Chapter collects linens for needy families The Atlanta Alpha igma Alpha Alumnae Chapter started spting off with a linen party for Rainbow Village in Febmary. Elaine Rahaim Fuerst, B6., chapter treasurer, works with Rainbow Village, a non-profit organization that provides support to familie with financial hardships.

Members collected new and "gently" used linens for the families of Rainbow Village as part of Alpha Sigma Alpha's 100 philanthropies for the Centennial celebration.

The chapter planned a meeting for tl1e 3rd Wednesday or aturday of every month this year. On

DENVER, CO

Chapter celebrates 75th ann1versary In between tl1e man celebration for the annual pring holiday , tl1 e women of Denver added a once in a lifetime celebration. 2001 mark d th e 75th anniversary of the De nver alumnae chapter. To celebrate the day, the chapter ho t d its annual April ceremon initiating the enior collegiate women from Beta Beta and Zeta Pi Chapters into tl1e alumnae chapter's membership. A luncheo n , complete with a special anniver ary cake and anniver ary toast, was enjoyed b all in attendance following the ceremony.

Kendy Blake, 88

!embers of the newly jol7ned b1d City alumnae chapter are, front: Tanya Horn Hagerty, D.K, Kim Alvey Phillips, ..lK. Back Row: \Iandy Damm, D.K, arah Voyles J.K, Lesa H edinger-Hamm, D.K, hannon Ernest, D.K, and ngela Hays, J.K. 26

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DETROIT, MI

Chapter raises money for Special Olympics In January members held their annual white elephant sale, to raise money for Special Olympics, at the home of Elizabeth Dickieson Martino, PX. February found the chapter at a local restaurant for a Valentine luncheon. March and April found the group attending to business and resolving current obligations.

In May the chapter met again for lunch.

June was the annual picnic, with husbands invited as well, and each member brought a dish to add. It was held at the home ofJanice Hinrichs Haydel, BZ. In addition to monthly meetings and activities, many in the group do volunteer work in the community, and many are traveling.

Elizabeth Dickieson Martino, PX

RICHMOND, VA

Convention energizes chapter Energized by the Centennial convention, the Richmond Alumnae Chapter met at Bottoms Up Pizza in late July for a picture-story swap and pizza party. Karen Golbek Graham, Ef, and Dirk Graham, owners of this popular Richmond restaurant, were the hosts.

The annual pot luck supper was held in September at the home of Nita Hodnett Chandler, BE, and several collegiate members from Virginia Commonwealth University joined the group.

Other activities included a Christmas craft night, Founders' Day dinner with Epsilon Gamma, the annual cookie exchange and a wine and cheese tasting.

In February the group made Valentine favors for the Richmond Senior Center.

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The spring activities included a tour of the beautiful Evelyn ton Plantation, alumnae initiation ceremony for the seniors at VCU, a family picnic and volunteering for a Special Olympics event.

Lou Ordayne Monger, BI MIL WAUKEE, WI

Members send cards The Milwaukee alumnae celebrated Valentine's Day with a delicious breakfast at the home of Marylou Kulaszewicz Wendzinski, AZ. Everyone brought special cards. After the meeting, members wrote cards to the new colonies, recently installed chapters and alumnae chapters celebrating 50th anniversaries. Cards were also sent to several older sisters who are no longer able to attend meetings.

March found the chapter at the home of Kathy Zajicek Braun, fE , busily sewing stuffed animals for a philanthropic project. The stuffed animals will be given to Children's Hospital. After a morning of hard work, all enjoyed sandwiches and some of Kathy's homemade soup.

Nancy Andrus Gerwin, TE CENTRAL VIRGINIA

Chapter enjoys Valentine's Day lunch The Central Virginia Alumnae Chapter enjoyed a St. Valentine's Day luncheon on Feb. 10, 2001. This meeting marked the chapter's highest member attendance and it was wonderful to see many familiar faces, as well as meeting some new ones.

Following lunch everyone took part in the St. Valentine's ceremony and discussed future plans for the chapter.

Nominations for this year's officers were also announced.

Those present seemed eager to start planning for the upcoming seasonal events.

Kristen Shallock, ZY

Detroit area alumnae lunching out at a local restaurant are left to right: Ruth Mawson Rudie, PX, janice Hinrichs Haydel, BZ, and Idabelle Smith Todd, PX.

Attending the Central Virginia area alumnae Valentine's Day luncheon are back: Tracy Mays, ZY, Candy Trent, A, Stormy Wilson Wooldrige, A, Eleanor Barbas Williams, A. Front: Kristen Shallock, ZY, Krissy Overstreet, Delta Rho, Cherie Fink Shallock, L1Z, and joanne Weber Catron, A.

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Right: Zeta Xi, Lindenwood University, MO Melissa Clayton supported the Zeta Xi Chapter through leadership as philanthropic and scholarship chairman as well as other activities on campus and in the St. Charles, MO, community.

Zeta Pi, University of Southern Colorado Helping support a local Colorado soup kitchen, Zeta Pi members Andrea Sanchez, L ea Ann Humburg, Kristen Bremmer and Velvet Abalos deliver 100 boxes of personal care items donated by the chapter.

Nu Nu, Drexel University, PA Members of the Nu Nu Chapter participated in the "Take Back the Night" event sponsored by the Drexel University campus and the chapter. A WA.R. (Women Against Rape) representative receives a chapter donation from treasurer, Erin Donovan.

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'AND AS THE YEARS

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THE BRIGHTEST NAMES THAT EARTH CAN BOAST JUST GLISTEN AND ARE GONE.'

ALPHA

MUMU

BETA EPSILON

Betty Fahr Lowe Ruth Brooks oyar

Elizabeth Brunson Grier

Dorothy Meidling Blackwell Martha Anni tead Owen

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Esther Katsias Berger Vivian Albright Brobyn Mary Warner Marshall

Lou Ann Melkild Lane

XI XI

Margaret Renz Goodwin

NU NU

ally Frease We t

ALPHA BETA Rita Hu Led

ompton Helen Withers cheinemen

I obell Stewart Murphy

ALPHA GAMMA

OMICRON OMICRON

Barbara Micke

Helen Strum Bunts Helen Frame Snyder Ethel McMaster Walters Ann Warnes

BETA BETA Mildr d Lang andelin

BETA ZETA BETA IOTA BETA KAPPA Dorothy Bowers McKone Kathleen harry McSharry

BETA LAMBDA Joan Moery Riley

GAMMA GAMMA

PI PI

BETA MU

Dori

Anna Lou Marks Anderson Mary Zerby Herdle Patricia Fischer Herman Ruth Puis Shirley Stowell Scott

Virginia Heflin Domon Cindy Key

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EPSILON EPSILON Katherine Harvey

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BETA NU Dolores Brown de Hamel

RHO RHO

BETA SIGMA

DorothyJohnson Duvall

Katy Ralls Barber

ETA ETA

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BETA TAU

Elizabeth Castel Eberwein Doroth Burcham Good Kar n oaker Gudgen Michell M Call orinne Bogali Moone Jonnie Pol ton Pollock B tte Robertson aunders adin lorri mith

Jean McKee Besse Frances Craig Enderud Patricia Thomass Frazee

Merri Lee Wolven Kazaro

H len Hanners lark orma loan Meacham

KAPPA KAPPA Dr. . Jun

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PHI PHI Am York Green Kathryn Belcher Lehnen Martha Wyman Martin lola Argo Officer

CHI CHI Evelyn Gle ing Bryant Thyra Marvel Mauck Mary Beaman Pollock Emen Primmer

BETA GAMMA Dori John on Hill

BETA DELTA enni Peel Wilson

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BETA CHI Joanne Brookhart Devine

BETA PSI ylvia Superits Bacon

GAMMA EPSILON usan Bielin ki Hagenau

GAMMA IOTA Donna Dutcher Casciano

DELTA EPSILON Wend Phillip

EPSILON UPSILON tacy Derr

Chapters taking quota, total or both through formal recruitment and continuous open bidding for the 2000-2001 academic year, according to records received at Alpha Sigma Alpha National Headquarters as of June 1, 2001.

Quota Beta Iota, Radford University, VA Beta Kappa, Western Illinois University Beta Mu, Henderson Stole University, AR Beta Pi, Concord College, WV Beta Sigma, Southwest Missouri State University Gamma Eta, Pennsylvania State University Gamma Pi, Missouri Volley College Gamma Rho, East Stroudsburg University, PA Delta Epsilon, MansfieldUniversity, PA Delta Nu-B, Kettering University, Ml Delta Sigma, Saginaw Valley Sate University, Ml Epsilon Eta, Virgina Wesleyan College Epsilon Theta, Pennsylvania StoleUniversity-Behrend Epsilon Kappa, Millersville University, PA Epsilon Tau, University of Maryland-Baltimore County Epsilon Psi, Plymouth State College, NH Zeta Alpha, Missouri Southern State College Zeta Gamma, Gannon University, PA Zeta Theta, Wagner College, NY Zeta Kappa, Minnesota State University-Mankato Zeta Lambda, Rowan University, NJ

Zeta Nu, Moravian College, PA Zeta Rho, University of West Alabama Zeta Tau, Grand Valley State University, Ml Zeta Upsilon, Lynchburg College, VA Zeta Psi, Loras College, lA Zeta Omega, Austin Peoy State University, TN Theta Alpha, Coe College, lA Kappa Psi, Mt. Union College, OH

Total Beta Beta, University of Northern Colorado Nu Nu, Drexel University, PA Delta Eta, DePaul University, IL Zeta Pi, University Southern Colorado Zeta Sigma, University of the Incarnate Word, TX Zeta Phi, Illinois Institute of Technology

Quota and Total Alpha, Longwood College, VA Alpha Beta, Truman State University, MO Epsilon Epsilon, Emporia State University, KS Zeta Zeta, Central Missouri State University

Phi Phi, Northwest Missouri Stole University Beta Gamma, Northeastern Stole University, OK Beta Epsilon, James Madison University, VA Beta Lambda, University of Central Arkansas Beta Nu, Murray Stole University, KY Beta Rho, University of Northern Illinois Beta Upsilon, Indiana Stole University Gamma Lambda, Loyola University, IL Delta Kappa, University of Southern Indiana Delta Nu路A, Kettering University, Ml Delta Upsilon, University of Texas, Son Antonio Delta Chi, Bloomsburg University, PA Epsilon Alpha, Southern Arkansas University Epsilon Gamma, Virginia Commonwealth University Epsilon Mu, The College of New Jersey Zeta Beta, University of Wisconsin-River Foils Zeta Eta, Rockhurst College, MO Zeta Chi, Niagara University, NY Zeta Mu, Missouri Western State College

HAVE YOU MOVED OR CHANGED YOUR NAME? Chapter/Year of Initiation

MEMBERS: Mail comp leted form wi th mailing label attach ed , to Alpha Sigma Alpha, 9550 Zio nsvi lle Rd. , Suite 160, Indian apo lis, IN 46268, or visit www.alphasigmaalp ha.o rg/ alphane t.html.

PARENTS: Your daugh te r's su bscription to the Phoenix is sen t to he r home address while she is in coll ege. If she is n o lo nger in coll ege or living at h om e, please submit a change of address.

Maiden Name New Name New Address City/ State/ Zip Phone Number/ E-mail address 0 Enclosed is $50 for my one-time alumnae dues.

POSTMASTER: Send address changes (Form 3579) to Alpha Sigma Alpha, 9550 Zionsville Rd. , Suite 160, Indianapolis, IN 46268.

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The 2002 Alpha igma Alpha nominating committee has been appointed and will oon begin work on electing the lat of officers for the 2002-2004 biennium. Cindy Fundis Smith, EE, has been named chairman.

The nominating committee is directed to identify, interview and elect candidate for national council. Th national council e tabli he a vi ion for the future and ets direction and priori tie for the biennium. Ideal candidate 1vill have demon trated commitment to the organization and kills in leadership, coaching and mentoring and setting direction. There i no prerequi ite s rvice required for nomination to the national council or appointment as a national officer, but candidate

hould car full

weigh the time commitment ervice 1vill take.

The nominating committee need your assistance in identifYing qualified member to erve. In order to complete deliberation in time to notify all chapter and members of the slate of officers,

ov. 1, 2001 has been etas a deadline for recommenda-

tion received through the Photmix.

The nominating committee serve an important role in not only electing a late for the national council but making r commendation for appointed po ition . In order to better understand members' capabilities and interests, the committee will ask that each interested party submit a cover letter outlining their vision on key issues facing the sorority and a resume tl1at highlights their kills, achievements and time available to serve. The format can be obtained from national headquarters or can be downloaded from the web ite at alphasigmaalpha.org.

Anyone intere ted in recommending themselve for a position should obtain the cover letter and re ume format and ubmit their information to Cindy mith at the address indicated below. To nominate omeone el e for a po ition, fill out the form below and th e format for information 1vill be sent to nominee for completion.

Once nominee for the national council have been elected, the re ume and cover letters 1vill be provided to the national ouncil with recommendation for other appointments. The national council will make position appointm nts in the pring.

Alpha Sigma Alpha call for nominations and interest form The election of the Alpha Sigma Alpha National Council for the 2002-2004 biennium will be held at the 2002 National Convention in July. Any member may submit suggestions for nominees as well as appointed positions as outlined above.

Please include married and maiden names, chapters , addresses and phone numbers.

I recommend the following for nomination:

I recommend the following for appointment:

President - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - -

Name - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Vice President of Extension - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Position

Vice President of Collegians - - - - - - - - -- -- - -

Your name - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Vice President of Programs _______________

I would like to become an JU:

volunteer in the area of

Vice President of Alumnae - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Vice President of Finance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Vice President of Communications - - - - - - - - - - - -

Return by Nov. I , 2001 , to Cindy Fundis Smith, EE, 29 E. I 13th Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64114.