The Phoenix of Alpha Sigma Alpha: Winter 2010

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“The Road to Victory” 2010 National Convention & Leadership Conference ■ Colony Updates

ON THE COVER: Indianapolis Motor Speedway

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Cover Story: 2010 National Convention and Leadership Conference

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Alpha Sigma Alpha Welcomes Theta Kappa Chapter

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Colony Updates

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Recruitment Targets 101

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Collegiate Focus Group LEADS TO NEW WORKSHOPS

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Message From the President

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Alumna PROFILE: Life on the Ice: A Season in Antarctica

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Collegiate Chapter PROFILE: Beta Epsilon Celebrates 70th Anniversary with Alumnae Reunion

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FROM THE EDITOR Dear Readers, When I joined the Epsilon Kappa Chapter of at Millersville University of Pennsylvania, I had very little understanding of sorority membership and its benefits.

I was a small town girl going to school in another small town two hours away from where I grew up. I learned quickly though about the many opportunities for leadership, service and personal growth I would be provided through my membership in Alpha Sigma Alpha.

Now a few years later, I have the privilege of serving as the Editor to the Phoenix magazine, and this small town girl from Pennsylvania now calls Indianapolis home. In this issue, you will find details about the 2010 National Convention and Leadership Conference, which will be held this summer in Indianapolis. On behalf of the national headquarters and Foundation staff, the Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter and the Theta Zeta Chapter at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis, I say please take “The Road to Victory” to visit our town. We are very excited to see you!

In Alpha Sigma Alpha,

Erika Ann Butts

DEADLINES Summer . . . . . . . . . . . March Fall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June Winter . . . . . . . . . September Spring . . . . . . . . . . December

EDITOR Editor Erika Butts, ebutts@alphasigmaalpha.org

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M essage from the president A Wish for a Courageous New Year B Y C I N D Y K E L L E Y , National President

When I sat down to write this letter to you, I gave significant thought to the message I wanted to share. The topic that kept finding its way to the front of my thoughts is courage. Why “courage”? This word has found a way of being a focal point for me especially over the past year. I have been consistently reminded of this word by seeing it in action by so many people and in so many ways. In doing so, I have come to think about the role it plays in my life and the role it has in Alpha Sigma Alpha.

What is courage? The dictionary defines courage as “the ability to face danger, difficulty, uncertainty or pain without being overcome by fear or being deflected from a chosen course of action.” Many of us view courage through a variety of lenses often depending on how courage has affected us personally. To some of us, courage might look like the ability to move out on your own or to raise your hand in class or to run for an elected office. For others, it might be making decisions that drastically affect the lives of others, caring for a loved one or facing a personal health scare. To leaders it is also the ability to make tough decisions, to hold one another accountable, to address challenges head on and to make the right decision even when, or especially when, it is not the popular or easy decision.

Being a courageous leader today means being true to your own beliefs and maintaining your values while also placing the welfare of others ahead of your own personal interests.

Kevin Lafferty, a life and executive coach, has spent a great deal of time exploring courageous leadership. He believes “leadership is a mindset, a state of being” and “it is about ‘becoming’ what you really are, rather than ‘changing’ into something new.”

In Alpha Sigma Alpha, we have many courageous leaders who we can point to in our history books. Perhaps at the top of that list are our five founders — Virginia Boyd Noell, Juliette Hundley Gilliam, Mary Williamson Hundley, Louise Cox Carper and Calva Watson Wootton.

These women could have easily joined one of the other three sororities on their campus, but they wanted to expand their own bonds of friendship and create an opportunity for women that was bigger than themselves. It was their courageous efforts that chartered the path for the future of Alpha Sigma Alpha.

Other courageous leaders in Alpha Sigma Alpha’s history include Hattie Kelly Thomas, Ida Shaw Martin, Wilma Wilson Sharp, Sidney Allen and all of our past national presidents, just to name a few.

Whether working for the betterment of the sorority or striving to make their own lives and communities better, we are not short of courageous women and leaders within our sisterhood.

Lafferty believes looking within is the first step. “Courageous leaders know their values, what is most motivating to them. They develop a clear and compelling picture in their mind of what they want to do. They look to their personal strengths and areas of interest and work toward their potential, not just their goals.”

One of the most courageous people I have ever known who always worked towards her full potential was my sister, Louise. As I look back over our childhood and adult years, I see her courage evident in so many ways. Because of her courage, I am in part who I am today.

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If it was not for her courage to learn, to grow and to better herself, she would not have experienced the vast opportunities that she discovered.

Not only was she a first generation college student, she graduated from high school as valedictorian (even after skipping a grade) and was named one of the first Yeager Scholars at Marshall University in Huntington, WV. As my big sister, Louise showed me that I too could make my dreams come true if I had the courage to dream. Although we had different interests and different ways of doing things, she was there as my biggest cheerleader to remind me that if I believed, I could achieve anything. I credit my sorority membership to Louise as well.

Even though we did not share the same Greek letters, it was she who encouraged me to go through recruitment and showed me how I could increase my family circle with lifelong sisters in Alpha Sigma Alpha.

I wish my stories of witnessing Louise’s courage ended here. But, unfortunately, later in life Louise was forced to demonstrate one of the most amazing acts of courage that I have witnessed. Five years ago she was diagnosed with cancer and over the past few years she experienced many moments of elation and heartbreak as the cancer was fought but made its way back time and again. During this entire time, Louise’s faith and courage kept her going and enabled her to live as “normal” a life as possible as she gave full attention to her biggest motivators — her three children Lauren, Alex and Leah. Her desire to be there for them gave her the will to fight the disease as long as she did. In February 2009, she lost her courageous battle at the young age of 38.

Even though I wholeheartedly wish that her story would have had a different ending, the faith she had in life, in people and in me and the courage she taught me will be lessons I carry with me forever.

She always encouraged me to be the best person I can be and inspired those around her to be better people. As we welcome 2010, many of us are thinking about New Year’s resolutions. This new year I will follow my big sister’s guidance and direction and encourage you to do the same. So, my message to you is to be the best YOU that you can be, no one else can come close to fulfilling that role any better. Have the courage to be the person you were meant to be. Look inside and you will see that you can be a leader with great courage and integrity.

I wish you a happy, healthy 2010. May you have the courage to make a difference in your own life, in the lives around you and in your community and may you live each day to its ultimate good.

Happy New Year!

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Indianapolis convention then and now Indianapolis was the site of the 1978 national convention. In 2010 Alpha Sigma Alphas will reunite at the same Hyatt in downtown Indianapolis.

Here is a glimpse of the then and now . . .

1978 The national convention was 5 days long.

2010 The national convention now has a leadership conference attached to it, and the combined event is 4 days long.

1978 Jeanne Van Winkle McQueen, , an Indianapolis alumna, was responsible for planning the national convention.

2010 National convention is overseen by a staff member with the assistance of a volunteer convention committee.

1978 The theme of convention was “ Love” symbolized by the LOVE sculpture by Robert Indiana at the Indianapolis Museum of Art.

2010 Although the sculpture still stands at the museum, the theme for this convention will be “The Road to Victory.”

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2010 National Convention and Leadership Conference “The Road to Victory” Looking for reasons to attend the 2010 National Convention and Leadership Conference?

Proceed full speed ahead to get a glance at the exciting events planned for you! *Times are approximate and are subject to change.

BY THE CONVENTION COMMITTEE AND N A Y D I A S P E A R S , Foundation Development Coordinator Wednesday Welcome to the Alpha Sigma Alpha 2010 National Convention and Leadership Conference—“The Road to Victory!” Turn one begins early afternoon with registration.

If you are arriving early, you may want to sign up for the Alpha Sigma Alpha National Headquarters tour or attend the volunteer pre-conference program.

(Additional tours will be offered on Saturday and Sunday). We will wave the green flag at 4 p.m. with the mentor/ mentee event. This event will pair a first-time convention attendee with a veteran attendee. It is a great opportunity for rookie convention attendees to get the inside scoop. The convention and conference welcome, followed by keynote speaker, Christine Hassler, will begin at 5 p.m. Next, we will cruise over to the networking event, which begins at 7 p.m.

You will be able to fill your tanks with food and beverages at this 50s-style sock hop party. At 8:30 p.m., the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation will sponsor an invitation-only reception for donors drawing the evening to an exciting close.

Thursday Now you have your engines warmed up and are moving into turn two, otherwise known as Thursday. For all of the energetic sisters, you can “tune up” with

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an exercise activity at 7 a.m., before our large group gathering from 8:15–8:45 a.m.

This will keep your engines revved for leadership conference workshops. Lap 1 and lap 2 are scheduled from 9–10 a.m. and then from 10:15–11:15 a.m. By this time you should be hungry and ready for lunch, which will be from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. Once you have “topped off your tank,” we will all be heading off to lap 3, our last workshop block of the day, from 1:15–2:15 p.m.

Before we begin our business meeting, we will have a delegate orientation for all delegates at 2:30 p.m. The first business meeting begins at 3 p.m. Once the business is out of the way, we will turn our attention to free time, beginning around 5 p.m. Tour options like local wineries, The Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Lucas Oil Stadium will be available for advanced registration. Other options on site include taking in an Indians baseball game, exploring downtown, shopping at the mall (which is connected to the hotel) or enjoying dinner at one of the many downtown restaurants. (See tour options on page 8 for more information.)

Friday Friday is full of sorority fun in turn three.

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vendors and the famous red ticket raffle for the Foundation. Meet other people who count Alpha Sigma Alphas among their friends at the Friends of luncheon. Attend the open forum for important news and pick up raffle items before you enjoy a lovely dinner sponsored by the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation. Round out your night by wishing Dot a happy birthday as we celebrate our mascot’s second convention!

Saturday We will begin turn four on our way towards the finish line with another “tune up” to get our engines purring. We will wear our white attire during the third business meeting as we proceed into the memorial service, Sanctuary Degree Service and white luncheon. Be prepared for a phenomenal experience while renewing your vows to Alpha Sigma Alpha with hundreds of sisters during the service. A second tour option to Alpha Sigma Alpha National Headquarters will be available during the free time in the afternoon. Finally, we will conclude our race with the “Celebration of Victory & Achievement Awards Banquet.”

Immediately following the banquet, we will continue the celebration with a dessert reception.

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third and final chance to tour national headquarters. After that, jump behind the wheel and race off to any of the great attractions around the city. Two family favorites are the Children’s Museum and the Indianapolis Zoo. With 11 major galleries housed in over 400,000 square feet of space, the Children’s Museum is the largest in the world. The museum takes a hands-on approach so kids can explore the physical and natural sciences, history, world cultures and the arts.

From the Children’s Museum, you can shift gears to see 350 different animal species at the Indianapolis Zoo. The zoo features an ocean exhibit with the world’s largest shark touch tank, as well as a dolphin adventure with the world’s first totally submerged dolphin viewing experience. The zoo also offers pony rides, a behind-the-scenes train ride, family roller coaster rides and a splash park where kids can cool off after a busy afternoon at the zoo.

As the day winds down, stick around downtown to celebrate Independence Day Indianapolis style with the Freedom Blast celebration. Here you will find Indiana’s largest fireworks display and a day full of food, music and entertainment for the whole family. Need more ideas for family fun? Check out visitindy.com to find endless options for a great family vacation.

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Multi-generational gap and working styles — Conrad Bowling, professional corporate mediator Expectation hangovers — Christine Hassler, keynote speaker Reputation management — Erik Deckers, vice president of operations & creative services for Professional Blog Service Creating your professional philosophy – Krystal Slivinski, executive director A kick in the behind — Kathy Williams, Phi Mu Foundation executive director A writer’s story — one on one with alumna author Denise Swanson Finding life balance and direction — The Leadership Institute The power to get it done with grace — Karen Valencic, Spiral Impact, Inc. Communicating love with the people you love — Imagine Hope Counseling Center Home improvement Car care 101 Nutrition and personal health Financial management

Check the Alpha Sigma Alpha web site and Facebook group for more workshops.

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2010 National Convention and Leadership Conference tour highlights This year’s convention and leadership conference will feature multiple tour options available for advance registration.

Lucas Oil Stadium tour $10 per person Join a member of the Lucas Oil Stadium staff and your Alpha Sigma Alpha sisters for a tour of the new Colts stadium. The tour will last approximately one hour and include visits to the playing field, locker room, Lucas Oil Plaza and the press box.

Pictures are permitted, video cameras are prohibited. Lucas Oil Stadium is less than one mile from the Hyatt. Attendees will be responsible for their own transportation.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway (Limit 50 people) – $45 per person Ticket price includes a private tour of the grounds, ticket to the Speedway Museum and transportation to and from the Speedway from the Hyatt. Grounds tour includes a visit to the timing and scoring suite in the Pagoda, the Media Center, Victory Podium, Gasoline Alley garage area and a ride around the track with an opportunity for photos on the world famous “Yard of Bricks” start/finish line.

Easley Winery tour, tasting and dinner (Limit 50 people) - $55 per person The Easley Winery is the oldest family owned winery in the state of Indiana and began as a dream and a vision of Jack and 8

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Joan Easley in the late 1960s. This special Thursday evening option will feature a tour of the Easley winery, tasting of Easley wines with hors d’oeuvres and ends with dinner with your choice of a glass of selected Easley wines. The winery is approximately 1/2 mile from the Hyatt Regency. Attendees will be responsible for their own transportation. Cab rides are approximately $5 each way. Parking is free of charge and available on-site.

Indians baseball game $25 per person Join the Indianapolis Indians and some of your Alpha Sigma Alpha sisters for some cracker jacks and popcorn at the Indianapolis Indians baseball game.

Victory Field, home of the Indians, is within walking distance of the Hyatt Regency. Price includes game ticket and pre-game picnic including hamburgers, hotdogs, BBQ chicken, baked beans, pasta salad, fruit and beverages. The picnic begins at 5:30 p.m. and game begins at 7 p.m.

For other Thursday night “on-your-own” options please visit the Alpha Sigma Alpha web site.

National headquarters tours Do not forget to register for a tour of national headquarters during your time at the convention and leadership conference

this year. Three tour options will be available; space for each tour time is limited so registering early is suggested.

Tours will take place at the following times: ■ Wednesday, June 30, at 1:30 p.m.

■ Saturday, July 3, at 2 p.m.

■ Sunday, July 4, at 9 a.m.

How to register Register by mail Download the registration form from the national web site, www.alphasigmaalpha.org, and mail it to Alpha Sigma Alpha National Headquarters Attn: Convention & Conference Registration, 9002 Vincennes Circle, Indianapolis, IN 46268.

Register by fax or e-mail If you are paying by credit or debit card, you may also fax your registration form to (317) 871-2924. If you fax your registration, please do not mail it as well.

This could result in duplicate registration charges to your credit card. Registration forms may also be scanned and e-mailed to asa@alphasigmaalpha.org. Please list convention & conference registration in the subject line.

Collegiate chapter registration All collegiate chapters should register online through the Officer Portal.

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National Convention and Leadership Conference speaker highlights Keynote: Alpha Sigma Alpha is pleased to announce the Wednesday night keynote speaker, Christine Hassler. Christine will speak to attendees about the “Myth of Having it All.” In this funny and heartfelt program, Christine candidly shares her own stories of her tumultuous twenty-something years that left her unfulfilled and depressed. She was able to transform her life and is passionate about sharing what she has learned. Her message is to not worry about “having it all” by anyone else’s standards or checklist, but rather focus on creating a life that you want.

By age 25, Christine Hassler was one of the youngest television agents working in Hollywood.

Ambitious, well-educated and facing great opportunities, she was a rising industry star with a promising future and yet she was miserable. This personal crisis led her to begin speaking to college students about the quarter-life crisis and the struggles often encountered on the road of happiness and fulfillment. Christine is the author of “20-Something, 20-Everything: A Quarter-Life Woman’s Guide to Balance and Direction.” She is a member of Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority and a graduate of Northwestern University.

Christine will also present her workshop “Expectation Hangovers” in each of the three workshop blocks taking place during the leadership conference portion of Thursday’s schedule.

Friends of Alpha Sigma Alpha Luncheon: Pete Smithhisler, president and CEO for the North-American Interfraternity Conference (NIC), is a sought after speaker and facilitator. Pete will be sharing with the convention and conference body the importance of working together as a Greek family and the relevance of Greek organizations today.

Professionally, he is responsible for representing the interests of fraternal organizations, managing the Coalition Assessment Project and coordinating daily interactions with the NIC’s 73 member organizations or 5 million alumni, on 800 campuses. He has served the NIC for 11 years as vice president for leadership education, vice president for media and community relations and was appointed to the role of chief executive officer in August 2007.

Pete has been working with college students for more than 20 years in a variety of professional roles. He enjoys the opportunity to collaborate with and educate what he calls the “future leaders of our communities.”

He lives in Indianapolis and is active in many community organizations.

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Alpha Sigma Alpha Welcomes Theta Kappa Chapter B Y L A U R A S M I T H , Leadership Consultant Oct. 10, 2009 was a chilly day in Kingsville, TX. However, the weather was the last thing on the minds of the 35 members of the Texas A & M – Kingsville Colony, for these ladies were about to make history by becoming the 145th chapter of Alpha Sigma Alpha. Though Alpha Sigma Alpha colonized at Texas A & M – Kingsville in Fall of 2008, Theta Kappa is a dream that started 16 years ago when a group of women started a local organization called Psi Theta Upsilon.

“The founding mothers of Psi Theta [Upsilon] always dreamed, from the day of its founding, that the organization would become part of a national organization.

I know they would be so proud of what the organization has become as a part of Alpha Sigma Alpha,” commented Cynthia Vera, alumna initiate and advisor for Theta Kappa Chapter.

The ladies of Theta Kappa Chapter were joined in their celebration by members and advisors of the other Texas chapters: Delta Upsilon Chapter at University of Texas at San Antonio, Zeta Sigma Chapter at the University of the Incarnate Word and Theta Epsilon Chapter at Schreiner University. Theta Kappa installation team members were

Jenn Rassett, , Membership Growth Coordinator Amber Shaverdi Huston,

, Leadership Consultant Laura Smith, and District 7 Facilitator Deborah Fields Detrich, . District 7 volunteers Leigh Ann Greathouse,

and Traci Quinones, were also in attendance and participated in conducting the rituals and ceremonies for the new chapter.

All the ritual events took place in the Texas A & M – Kingsville Student Union building. After the Sanctuary Degree Service and installation service, Amber Shaverdi Huston served as the toast mistress for the white luncheon held in the Student Union courtyard. That evening, Theta Kappa invited family, friends, campus administrators and the campus Greek community to their installation banquet in the Student Union Ballroom. Leadership Consultant Laura Smith served as the toast mistress and Vice President of Membership Jenn Rassett was the guest speaker. Toasts were given by collegian Annette Marroquin, , alumna Traci Quinones and national representtive Amber Shaverdi Huston.

The founding sisters of Theta Kappa worked hard to get to installation and the weekend was everything they hoped it would be. Meaghan Zauzig, Theta Kappa standards chairman, said, “Knowing I was

Theta Kappa Chapter members with their charter during the installation banquet.

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about to be installed with my sisters was a phenomenal and overwhelming feeling.

I knew from the moment I woke up that becoming a chapter and a founding sister would be one of my most memorable moments in life, along with sweet sixteen, prom, my wedding day and becoming a new parent.”

Chapter social chairman Alyssa Tello shared her thoughts on the installation and her Sanctuary Degree Service, “Sanctuary was beautiful as it was all I had envisioned it being and more. During Sanctuary, I felt a special bond between me and my sisters that I knew they felt that too. After a year of being a colony, we were finally Theta Kappa, a true part of Alpha Sigma Alpha and everything had fallen into place perfectly.”

Initiates of Theta Kappa Chapter Kathleen Goff Chelsie Anderson Regina Avila Andrea Ayala JoAnn Basaldua Brittany Brown Jennifer Dominguez Shanei Garcia Lauren Guajardo Candice Joslin Katherine Lopez Catarina Malloy

Theta Kappa Chapter members pose after the installation of their chapter.

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Alma Martinez Samantha Martinez Kassandra Mosevais Demi Ojeda Erika Olivarez Veronica Olivarez Marisa Rangel Kimberly Reyes Stephaine Robledo Yvonne Saldivar Gabrielle Serna Rosalva Soria Alyssa Tello Valerie Tijerina Samantha Valdez Leticia Vega Victoria Vidales Brittany Westbrook Meghan Zauzig

New member of Theta Kappa Chapter Ashley Torrez

Alumnae initiates of Theta Kappa Chapter Andrea Gerla Cynthia Vera

Charter initiate member Jacqueline Arredondo

Alpha Sigma Alpha colony update B Y A M B E R S H A V E R D I H U S T O N ,

Membership Growth Coordinator We would like to extend congratulations to our newest colonies: Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, PA, Frostburg State University Colony in Frostburg, MD, Lake Erie College Colony in Painesville, OH and Valdosta State University Colony in Valdosta, GA. The Penn College Colony was officially colonized on Aug. 31, 2009, with 24 new members.

Since the colonization the colony members have been working on recruitment, Advantage and chapter operations. The colony also attended District 2 District Day held in October. The colony is active on campus and excited to work towards chapter installation.

Frostburg State Colony, which is located in western Maryland, has been hard at work and is looking forward to great colony recruitment with the Panhellenic community in February. The colony was officially colonized on Sept. 30, 2009, with 41 new members.

Colony members are active with fundraising, campus athletics and volunteering with various local organizations. The colony will be installed as a chapter on Feb. 27, 2010.

Lake Erie Colony and Valdosta State Colony are new colonies that have just started the initial stages of colonization. Both colonies are working with district volunteers, leadership consultants and headquarters staff to reach their goals towards chapter installation. Lake Erie College is a small, private institution located in District 3. Valdosta State is a mid-sized university located in southern Georgia in District 4. Both colonies will conduct recruitment in the spring with the assistance of staff and volunteers.

To learn more about the colonies or how you can support them, please contact Amber Shaverdi Huston,

, at national headquarters, ahuston@alphasigmaalpha.org. Colonies are always looking to connect with alumnae, volunteers and collegiate chapters.

Alpha Sigma Alpha continues to grow each year, and we are looking forward to future extension opportunities to grow our sisterhood and work towards our strategic goal of membership growth through expansion.

Members of the Frostburg Colony, along with their advisor, at District 3 District Day in Pittsburgh, PA.

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M ember profile

Life on the Ice: A Season in Antarctica B Y D I N A L I B E R A T O R E , Phoenix Contributor

“Looking across the sea ice today, we saw Mount Discovery in all its glory. The sky is a bright blue, the snow is blinding white and we are having some ‘weather.’ I don’t think we got above zero today.

It is spring in Antarctica and the spring weather is as unpredictable here as it is everywhere. “In like a lion . . .”

(Anne’s e-journal, Nov. 4, 2008)

Anne Bohnet, , State University of North Dakota Dickinson, and her husband Dwight.

Mammouth Mountain Inn was Anne’s home during her stay in Antarctica.

Beta Eta alumna Anne Marman Bohnet has called home to many places that most people would find exotic.

Bohnet spent years in the U.S. foreign service, working in embassies in Egypt, Mauritius, France, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Kenya and Seychelles, but the opportunity to spend the austral summer in Antarctica was an experience that she could not pass up. Anne first learned about the continent and the work that is being done there through a documentary on the Discovery Channel. She later received a second-hand experience while her husband worked during a season as a communications coordinator at the South Pole. Finally, in the summer of 2008, Anne was hired as an administrative assistant in the facilities, engineering, maintenance and construction department at McMurdo

Station. She and her husband, who had returned for a second season, worked for Raytheon Polar Services, a contractor to the National Science Foundation that did scientific research in a number of fields in Antarctica. Below, Anne shares her experiences about life, work and leisure in one of the most inhospitable places on Earth.

Getting there Because Antarctica is such a hostile environment, the National Science Foundation needs to be sure that the people they send to work there are healthy and physically fit. After Anne was hired, she endured a very strict series of medical tests, including blood work, a dental exam and a treadmill stress test.

Impacted wisdom teeth or a heart condition were just two of the ailments that could prevent someone from working in Antarctica. Anne explains, “It’s expensive to medivac people and the weather can be so bad that it can be days to get people out of there.” Despite the medical requirements, age was not considered in the hiring process. Anne, who turned 55 on the ice, noted that while she believed most people were in their early thirties, one young man was 19 and the oldest person had just turned 80.

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McMurdo Station with Mount Erebus in the background.

To learn more about her experiences, visit Anne Bohnet’s blog at http://www.bohnetphotography.com/ McMurdoAnne.html.

Visit the United States Antarctic Program (www.usap.gov) to learn about research and employment opportunities in Antarctica.

our clothes . . . There are two bathrooms in the entire dorm. When the dorm is full, there will be about 40 people. The women’s [bathroom] is on the main floor, the men’s is on the 2nd floor.

Each bathroom has two showers, two toilets and two sinks. The difficult thing is washing our hands. The sink faucets are two completely separate faucets, no single ‘mixer’ faucet. That wouldn’t be a challenge if our choice was cool or warm water. We have to decide between cold and scalding. Neither a pleasant option.”

(Anne’s e-journal, Oct. 14, 2008) As an undergraduate attending Dickinson State University in North Dakota, Anne did not live on campus and instead commuted to classes from her home. Although she missed out on the traditional “dorm” experience in college, Anne did get that opportunity during her time in Antarctica. About that experience, she said, “It wasn’t as bad as I expected, but I don’t miss it!”

Anne’s dorm, the Mammoth Mountain Inn (MMI), had about 20 small and simple bedrooms. Employees were assigned housing based on “ice time,” or job seniority, and since she was one of the newest people at McMurdo, Anne lived in what she affectionately called the “low rent district.” In addition to the hardships of a small room and communal bathroom, Anne described the biggest challenge as noise. Because many of the employees staying at MMI worked on different shifts, they all slept at different times of the day.

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room at the end of the hallway, so they only had one neighbor, which reduced the noise significantly, and most of the people living in the dorm got along well and were considerate of their neighbors.

Anne also said she and her husband had the best view on station — their window faced the Ross Sea ice and the Royal Society Range, a massive mountain range to the west.

Work and play “I believe working a summer season in Antarctica is a bit like competing in an Ironman triathlon. The hours required: overwhelming, energy expended: unbelievable and workload: staggering. But we do it, hour by hour, day by day and week by week.

Everyone pushes through it all and before we know time has passed and an astonishing amount of work has been done.”

(Anne’s e-journal, Jan. 25, 2009)

employees could go on various hikes in the area or could check out cross country skis or other sports equipment from the recreation department.

Most holidays were also celebrated.

A Halloween costume consisted of what someone could make with limited resources. Anne explains, “Costumes had to be something that you could find, so they were very creative. You couldn’t run out to Wal-Mart to pick something up.” Icestock, a New Year’s Eve multi-band celebration, was also popular.

The musicians were people working in Antarctica — janitors or astrophysicists by day, rock stars at night. Anne noted that there was a great deal of creative talent among the people that she worked with, possibly because this particular way of life “attracts the adventurers and dreamers.”

Next steps The National Science Foundation maintains three stations in Antarctica: McMurdo, South Pole and Palmer Station, all dedicated to scientific research. In order to accomplish all that needs to be completed during the short Antarctic summer, all stations run full throttle from October to February. Although the typical work week at McMurdo was 54 hours per week, there were still opportunities to socialize and relax. Activities for the staff ranged from game nights at the coffeehouse to dodge ball and belly dancing classes. Depending on weather,

Anne returned from Antarctica in early 2009 with a new appreciation for the continent and the people who work there. She hopes to visit the continent again someday, eventually reaching the South Pole. Right now she is currently planning her next adventure, a trip to Tanzania to climb Kilamanjaro with her family. Most people might not ever consider doing what she did, but through her experience, Anne has provided an insight into a world that few people will ever come to know.

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CHAPTER PROFILE

Beta Epsilon Chapter celebrates 70th anniversary with alumnae reunion B Y G A B R I E L A S E G U R A , Phoenix Contributor

Beta Epsilon collegians reminisce with alumna Donna Harper, their chapter and financial advisor.

On Nov. 7, 2009, the collegians of the Beta Epsilon Chapter at James Madison University (JMU), hosted 25 alumnae to celebrate the chapter’s 70th anniversary. Alumnae came from all over the country. One alumna traveled from Houston to the event on campus in Harrisonburg, VA. The event started off in the morning by giving the alumnae tours of JMU. The alumnae loved seeing the changes, and the collegians loved hearing about how the campus used to be in the past. One specific example was that some of the alumnae remembered when there was only one dining hall on campus and now

there are 23. After the tours, a brunch from JMU’s catering service was held.

During the brunch, everyone watched a video the chapter made for recruitment this year. The video had pictures of fun times during the year and a clip from Greek sing.

After the video, the alumnae had an open microphone session to share their stories. Everyone had a lot of fun when the alumnae reminisced. One of the most amazing parts of the event for the collegians was realizing that even though the chapter is 70 years old many of the old chapter traditions are still carried on today. An example of one of those traditions is that the chapter still has chapter meeting in the basement of their house, and they are the only chapter on

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their campus that has not broken that tradition. The alumnae also brought their scrapbooks and pictures to share with collegians and other alumnae. All of the chapter sisters attended the football game together after the lunch.

The alumnae and collegians enjoyed the event and look forward to another alumnae reunion in the near future.

Alumna Janice Rathbun Finneran had this to say to Gabriela Segura, vice president of alumnae and heritage about the reunion. “I just wanted to thank you for taking so much of your time this past weekend to make our reunion so fantastic. We all had such a good time.

All of us ‘old’ sisters were very impressed by what outstanding young women you all seem to be. Keep up the good work.

You make us proud!”

Beta Epsilon alumnae pose outside the chapter’s house on campus.

B Y A M B E R S H A V E R D I H U S T O N ,

Membership Growth Coordinator Each chapter conducts and implements their own recruitment, which may vary in style, schedule and program. Our experiences as potential new members (PNMs) are different.

We each joined Alpha Sigma Alpha for individual reasons; however we joined a national organization and sisterhood that represents thousands of women and over a 100 years of excellence. Recruitment is an exciting time for chapters and PNMs; it is also a vital piece of our future.

Recruitment is a top priority for the national organization; we work together as members, volunteers and staff to ensure each chapter is establishing good recruitment practices, positive public relations and chapter goals. To help support our chapters’ goals, the national organization sets recruitment targets for each chapter. These targets are set each fall and spring for chapters to include in their recruitment plans. When we set these targets we are using the “SMART Goal” philosophy. (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Timely) Targets allow our staff and volunteers to have conversations with chapters about continually recruiting toward a goal.

Targets take into perspective the chapter’s recruitment history, previous recruitment Quotas and campus Total. It is important for chapters to continuously be competitive on campus, reach recruitment goals and create a positive image on campus. Each semester when recruitment targets are set, Total and Quota are a piece of the puzzle. However, we encourage our chapters to not only strive towards meeting Quota and Total, we encourage them to achieve their recruitment target, which can propel them over campus Total and help them reach their chapter goals.

Membership growth is an important factor in Alpha Sigma Alpha’s strategic vision for 2009–12. The goal of the national organization is to have a 5 percent increase in new members from the previous year. Although targets are set to go above and beyond that 5 percent increase, the targets are the small steps to get us to meet our overall goal. By reaching our national goal of a 5 percent or more increase in membership, we increase our membership and opportunities for future growth. As chapters grow, the national organization grows, which allows the sorority to offer more programming, services and opportunities for our members.

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What’s your why?

Collegiate and alumnae members shared with us why they joined Alpha Sigma Alpha.

When I moved from Cincinnati, OH, to Chicago to attend Loyola University, I didn’t know a soul! I joined to make connections with my classmates, never dreaming I would be introduced to some of the best friends I cherish to this day. In fact, I am getting married next June and two of my sisters will be attendants!

I moved back to Ohio a couple of years ago and happened to read about the Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter in the Phoenix — I joined that very week. It’s nice having such a connection with women of all ages, life paths and backgrounds right here in Cincinnati. My alumna membership has rekindled the excitement and value of sisterhood and philanthropy Amanda Diers , Loyola University, IL Initiation year: 1996

I joined Alpha Sigma Alpha for a sense of community and a way to connect with my college campus. I have also enjoyed philanthropic work and this was a way to continue my work and engage with a network not o nly on my campus but nationally. At the time, I never thought of the benefit I could realize afte r graduation and becoming an alumna member.

I moved to Cincinnati 6 years ago and immediately looked up my alumnae chapter here. It has been very rewarding to have a support network and be able to connect and make new friends. What an amazing group of diverse women we have here in Cincinnati. Being the Panhellenic Delegate has also been a wonderful experience to meet women across Cincinnati.

Now I can see that my undergraduate experience was only the beginning of a life long journey with Alpha Sigma Alpha. What an experience thus far, I can’t wait for my next adventure. See you at convention next year!

Holly Lee (Horne) Smith , University of Southern Indiana Initiation Year: 2000 I was a commuter my freshman year at college and I was looking for a way to be more connected to campus. My freshmen tour guide was an and she got me involved. It has been an amazing experience ever since.

Suzanne Withsosky Alfonso , Drexel University, PA Philadelphia Metro Alumnae Chapter Initiation year: 1977 Foundation Trustee

I used to think that I wasn’t the “sorority type.� That was until I met the Alpha Sigma Alphas. Then I realized there was no “sorority type,� just a bunch of fun, hardworking, beautiful women that I wanted to be a part of.

Caitlyn Hahn , Rowan University, NJ Initiation year: 2008 Vice president of alumnae and heritage

I joined Alpha Sigma Alpha because I saw something different in the women. Initially I was drawn to the fact that our philanthropy was Special Olympics because my sister has downsyndrome. However, I soon realized that this was an organization where I really could make a difference. continued to open doors for me and my commitment grew further.

I joined to help myself, expand my leadership skills and build my resume- I stayed in to continue to make a difference, help change women’s lives and be an example for future generations.

Naydia Spears , Austin Peay State University , TN Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter Initiation year: 2001 Foundation development coordinator I joined for the people and all of the great opportunities it provided. I also was excited to join an organization that had so many ways in which I could make a difference.

I also must talk about why I stay involved. I have met and continue to meet such amazing women in this organization. They motivate me to want to give to as much as has given to me. has helped me grow as a sister, a leader and a person and I am so incredibly grateful every day.

Jenn Rassett , University of Wisconsin-River Falls Initiation year: 1995

What’s Your Why? We want to

hear from you. E-mail your “Why� to

acampbell@alphasigmaalpha.org.

Please title the subject line “What’s Your Why submission,� and include your name, collegiate chapter and alumnae chapter (if applicable), initiation year and volunteer position (if applicable).

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Collegians in District 5 and District 6 participate in the I am beautiful workshop written and presented by Laura Zabel, .

Collegiate focus group leads to new workshops B Y N A Y D I A S P E A R S , Foundation Development Coordinator Alpha Sigma Alpha makes efforts to continuously evaluate and respond to the growing and changing needs of our membership. In an effort to continue this goal, Alpha Sigma Alpha hosted two collegiate focus groups during the summer 2009 Emma Coleman Frost Leadership Development Institutes. The aim of the focus groups was to assist staff in understanding some of the primary issues facing college women. Participants were asked to identify the top five fears or concerns they had when entering college as well as their top five current concerns.

Once these issues were identified, participants were asked to select four programs and identify some intended outcomes that they would like to see offered at District Day 2009–10. The programs chosen were: ■I am beautiful — focusing on member’s self-esteem, confidence and poise ■Me, myself and money — focusing on credit, college debt, real number expenses after college and chapter finances WINTER 2010

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I am healthy — a look at true health and the difference between skinny and healthy, a practical approach to diet and exercise ■Being the best sister — examining women’s interactions with each other, looking at the five love languages as a way to better communicate with each other in our chapters Following the collegiate focus group, a curriculum development team was created to assist in the writing and development of the workshops. These workshops are being offered during the seven District Day events throughout the year, although not all workshops may be offered at every event.

Each focus group offered participants the opportunity to share feedback with the national organization about individual and chapter needs. These discussions are crucial to the achievement of Alpha Sigma Alpha’s goal of continuing to develop women of poise and purpose.

Following District Day, the workshops will be available on the Officer Portal for chapters, advisors and volunteers to download and utilize for continued chapter development.

Collegians in District 8 participate in one of the workshops that was a result of the collegiate focus group.

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F oundation news

Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation announces new structure, staffing appointments B Y J E S S M C K E N N A , Foundation Chairman Earlier this year, the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation Board of Trustees reviewed its management model and determined a series of operational changes, including a new staff structure

B Y A N I T A R E I C H L I N G , - Foundation Trustee Sisterhood in Alpha Sigma Alpha is significant to each of us. For the collegiate member, daily participation in sorority life fills the college years and develops a deep bond to our sisters and sorority. The alumna member is enriched by years of friendship, opportunity and service that can last a lifetime.

Just as our sorority forms the bedrock of each of our lives, the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation is significant to Alpha Sigma Alpha and each member. Our sorority’s leadership

that involved a shared Sorority–

has great plans and dreams for the future of

Foundation staff model as well as

Alpha Sigma Alpha. One million dollars of

additional Foundation staff. The

financial support could easily be provided to

Foundation is pleased to announce

the sorority each year for educational programming that currently offers our

two staff appointments under the new

members. The Foundation is able to fund these requests to the extent our faithful

structure. Krystal Geyer Slivinski, ,

donors give, and our ultimate goal is to fully fund all requests.

was appointed the executive director

Trudy Higgins-Edison, , the 2008–09 winner of the Freida Riley Award for Teaching Excellence.

Each year the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation touches lives through undergraduate

for the Foundation effective Sept. 10,

and graduate scholarships, grants for District Day and the national convention

2009. Krystal will act as the executive

and leadership conference, the Freida Riley Award for Teaching Excellence and

director for both the Alpha Sigma

development grants to the sorority.

Alpha National Sorority and the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation.

Effective Jan. 11, 2010, Naydia

You can be significant to the Foundation through collegiate membership in the 1901 society, alumna membership in the Heritage Society, regular giving using the automatic funds transfer (AFT) program and the Wilma Wilson Sharp Society for planned giving.

Every member, friend of , collegiate or alumnae chapter is significant to the

Spears, , will serve as the

work of the Foundation. As we all work together, we can do great things. Donations can

development coordinator for the Alpha

be made at www.alphasigmaalpha.org/foundation or mailed to headquarters.

Sigma Alpha Foundation. Jennifer

The Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation is proud to announce this year’s winner of the

Bach, , will continue to serve as the

Freida Riley Award for Teaching Excellence: Trudy Higgins-Edison, . Trudy teaches

Foundation assistant.

at the M.R. Wood Alternative Campus of the Sugarland, TX, school district. She works with students that are at-risk or have been expelled by traditional classrooms. Trudy tells her students, “You will give up on you long before I will give up on you.�

Trudy introduced a lunch time reading program to her class. When the class finished the book “Catcher in the Rye� they then developed a story summary that the class shared through video conference with a school in another district. Lunch time reading programs and video conferences are unique opportunities that Trudy brings to her teaching.

Trudy has been teaching for 16 years. She is currently working on a doctorate

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Sisterhood 1. Group photo of alumnae and collegians at District 3 District Day Nov. 21, 2009 in Pittsburgh. 2. NOVA Alumnae Chapter celebrates at its annual family picnic soon before NOVA welcomed Pam Mika's Alpha Sigma Alpha legacy and NOVA became Nita Lalla's red team through her cancer chemo treatments. 3. Bernice Rawe Neumeyer, Delta Delta, Ohio University, celebrated her 100th birthday on Nov. 18, 2009. Neumeyer resides at an assisted living facility in Dover, OH. 4. Zeta Tau members, Grand Valley State University, all dressed up for house tours during recruitment weekend.

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1. Richmond alumnae, left to right, Frances (DeeDee) Francis, , Karen Parsons Phillips, and Jamie Doran Jones, , honor the graduating seniors of Epsilon Gamma Chapter at Virginia Commonwealth University with a picnic. 2. First row left to right Carol Vicchearilli Maclennan, Mary Neilan Stansfield, Cathy Laspada Baker, second row left to right, Diane Wooding Juncker, Diane Harpst Maier, Judy Sheeler Wicken, Ann Hilferty Strachan, Jean Goehring Butler. Third row left to right, Mary Beattie Fisher, Gwen King Tull, Rusti Mullen, Sharon Sumpter Fegley, Connie Hess Mannal and Barbara Grelis Houldin all Gamma Etas, met for a reunion held at Penn State the weekend of July 10–12, 2009.

3. On Sept. 19, 2009, the Tampa Bay Alumnae Chapter met in the home of Holly Northcraft Jans’, , for the first meeting of the fall season. Members surprised Sheri Hendren First, , the chapter president for more than 10 years, with the honor of being their first “Queen Narcissus.” 4. Delta Nu-B chapter after a retreat in front of their chapter house at Kettering University.

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N ews & events

District guiding stars Each year at District Day the volunteer recruitment and placement team awards district guiding stars to outstanding collegiate and alumnae chapter officers and district volunteers. Congratulations to the winners of the district guiding star award for the fall District Day events.

District 2 Collegian — Amanda Edner, Delta Epsilon – chapter president Alumnae — Christine Bry, Epsilon Kappa – treasurer of Greater Valley Forge Alumnae Chapter Advisor — Leslie Spencer, non-member – standards and faculty advisor for Zeta Lambda Volunteer — Lynne Capraro Cona – Nu Nu – advisory board district liaison District 3 Collegian — Alexis Collins, Zeta Chi – standards chairman Alumnae — Angela White, Zeta Omicron – Central Ohio Alumnae Chapter president/ Panhellenic delegate Advisor — Noelle Paley, Gamma Clio – chapter and membership advisor for Gamma Clio Volunteer — Sue Barone, Gamma Xi – recruitment coaching team leader

Alpha Sigma Alpha Facebook application Alpha Sigma Alpha is excited to announce the creation of an official Facebook application for its members that was launched on Dec. 16, 2009. This new Facebook application replaced Sister Circle. On the day the application was launched over 700 Alpha Sigma Alphas and friends of joined the group. We look forward to seeing you on the Official Alpha Sigma Alpha Facebook Application! Go to www. alphasigmaalphaconnect.com to get connected!

Sororityparents.com The National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) is working to combat common stereotypes and misperceptions about sorority life. It is the goal of NPC to share the real life experience with potential new members and their parents or guardians.

Sororityparents.com shares the real experiences of other sorority parents, while also providing parents and guardians with an outlet to share with and ask questions of NPC experts. This site will hopefully help sorority moms and dads gain a better understanding of how sorority life can benefit their daughters in college and for the rest of their lives.

Check out the web site often for new blogs and posts.

District 8 Collegian — Traci Schueller, Zeta Kappa – ritual chairman/Panhellenic president Alumnae — Angel Waalkes, Zeta Kappa – president of Midnight Sun Alaska Alumnae Chapter Advisor — Kelly Hoover, Zeta Kappa – recruitment advisor for Zeta Kappa Volunteer — Carol Jensen, Zeta Kappa – district facilitator District 5 and 6 Collegian — Kristen Beniot, Beta Upsilon – vice president of membership education Alumnae — Kristi MacKenzie, Delta Sigma – treasurer of Mid-Michigan Crown alumnae chapter

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International Badge Day 2010 The 26 member organizations of the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) are celebrating International Badge Day March 1, 2010, an annual event during which sorority women everywhere honor their Greek affiliations by wearing their badge or letters.

This year’s theme is “Keep Your Fraternal Experience Close to Your Heart.” Please show your Alpha Sigma Alpha and NPC pride by wearing your badge on campus, at work or wherever you may be on March 1, 2010.

Members interested in upgrading their badge should visit the Alpha Sigma Alpha web site for details on the various badges that can be purchased.

New communications & marketing coordinator hired Erika Butts, , joined the Alpha Sigma Alpha national headquarters staff on Oct. 12, 2009 as the communications & marketing coordinator.

Erika earned her Bachelor of Science degree in speech communication with a minor in print media studies from Millersville University in Millersville, PA. She previously worked for Alpha Sigma Alpha serving as a leadership consultant from 2005–06 and volunteer support services coordinator from 2006–08. Since her time on staff, Erika has volunteered for Alpha Sigma Alpha as the District 3 district facilitator.

Alpha Sigma Alpha gift packs Looking for Dot note cards or goodies for a sister? Unique Impressions and Alpha Sigma Alpha have once again paired together to create gift packages, especially for Alpha Sigma Alphas.

They make great gifts for new members and little/big sisters!

There are Dot packs, new member packs and initiation packs for you to choose from. These packages vary in items and cost. Unique Impressions is also a licensed vendor, so each item purchased provides royalties to the national organization, which in turn helps support sorority initiatives.

Visit www.uniqueonline.com for more details.

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From the Archives

1963 READER’S GUIDE The Phoenix of Alpha Sigma Alpha, the official quarterly publication of the Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority, has been published continuously since 1914.

Its mission is to reflect the character of the organization and its members and to communicate the goals and direction of the sorority and Foundation.

Contact us Post us: The Phoenix, Alpha Sigma Alpha, 9002 Vincennes Circle, Indianapolis, IN 46268 E-mail us: ebutts@alphasigmaalpha.org Call us: (317) 871-2920; for magazine questions, select ext. 20 Fax us: (317) 871-2924 Visit us: www.alphasigmaalpha.org

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Psi Psi members from Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, Louisiana, celebrate Louisiana State Day in 1963.

How to receive the Phoenix All collegiate members and alumnae members receive the Phoenix of Alpha Sigma Alpha. Individual copies are mailed to each member’s permanent address and a few are sent to the chapter editor or the chapter house.

Parents and guardians Your daughter’s magazine is being sent to your address while she is in college.

We hope you enjoy reading it too.

If she is not in college, or is no longer living at home, please send us her new permanent address (see below).

How to change an address You can send address changes to the mailing address listed above or e-mail your old and new addresses to asa@alphasigmaalpha.org. You may also call us at (317) 871-2920, ext. 110.

How to get published

How to send a letter to the editor

Collegiate chapters and alumnae chapters: Each editor is a correspondent for the Phoenix magazine.

View deadlines and photo requirements listed below. Chapter updates and photos must be submitted via e-mail to ebutts@alphasigmaalpha.org. If you have news about an individual alumna, please send information to ebutts@alphasigmaalpha.org or send information to the address above.

We always welcome your comments— both criticism and praise—about this publication. E-mail ebutts@ alphasigmaalpha.org or send mail to Editor, Alpha Sigma Alpha, 9002 Vincennes Circle, Indianapolis, IN 46268.

Photo requirements

General deadlines for submissions Spring issue: Dec. 10 Summer issue: March 10 Fall issue: June 10 Winter issue: Sept. 10

Please e-mail only high resolution photos at least 500kb in size. Only pictures that are of good quality can be used. Pictures that are blurry or have been scanned do not produce well and therefore cannot be used. Pictures should tell a story of what is happening.

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I am a member of the Arista Alumnae Association because I want to give back to the sorority that has given so much to me. Alpha Sigma Alpha strives to develop strong women of excellent character, and by being a member, I have made great friends over the years. As an alumna, I know this does not stop after graduation.

Vanessa Bader, District 5 & 6 Education Coaching Team Leader Central Florida Alumnae Chapter

To learn more about the Arista Alumnae Association or to register for membership, visit www.alphasigmaalpha.org or call (317) 871-2920.