FOUNDATION Since our inception, the Sigma Alpha Mu Foundation’s mission has been “to support the educational interests and activities of Sigma Alpha Mu Fraternity, to furnish student aid, and to encourage and develop conduct and traits of character consistent with high morals, constructive citizenship, scholarship, leadership and community service.” To learn more about the foundation’s programs or to make a donation, go to sam-fdn.org.
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Amy Buchheit SAM Foundation Senior Director of Development
Inaugural Kaplan Safe Campus Awards Showcase Sammy Chapters at Their Best!
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Created to make Sigma Alpha Mu the fraternal leader combating sexual assaults, the Jacob Kaplan Safe Campus Award was presented to two chapters that are working to make their campus and communities safer for everyone. We are excited to announce this year's two winners, Drexel and Alabama! Keep reading to find out how these chapters are exemplifying True MDH! Our Mu Eta Chapter at Drexel worked with Drexel Secret, a Women's Empowerment Organization on campus, and held this event at the chapter house. The representatives from Drexel Secret were knowledgeable and discussed topics in a way that every brother understood. The chapter was able to ask questions, pose various scenarios of cases, and talk through how to respond or go forward. The chapter is already planning future collaborative events to continue our partnership with Drexel Secret. Going forward, they will also start working with Drexel Public Safety to host events that are open to not just the chapter, but the Drexel student body. This will create more opportunities for all students to learn about the resources available to them, and how to be safer in various social situations.
Tau Chapter at Alabama has spearheaded an exceptional initiative called the Sammy Safe Box, aimed at supporting the Tuscaloosa Safe Center-a 24/7 sexual assault center dedicated to aiding survivors. The Sammy Safe Box event spans an entire month and unites all 70 Greek Organizations in a collective effort. Each chapter hosts a dedicated box within their house, serving as a collection point for vital supplies required by the Tuscaloosa Safe Center. Additionally, there are various fund-raising opportunities throughout the month to generate monetary donations. The Tau Chapter's commitment to creating safe campuses and supporting survivors of sexual assault is unwavering. Through the Sammy Safe Box event, they have fostered a collaborative spirit among all Greek groups on campus and positively impacted the Tuscaloosa Safe Center's ability to offer crucial services. If you have questions about the award or how to apply, please contact Maria Mandel, Director of Scholarships and Grants at mariam@sam-fdn.org.
NEW DIRECTORS JOIN SIGMA ALPHA MU FOUNDATION BOARD
At the Foundation’s 2023 Annual Meeting, the Board of Directors elected two new directors, bringing board membership up to 21. Steven Kahn, Beta Gamma/Arizona ’99. Steve lives in south Florida. He was a leader in the reactivation of Beta Gamma chapter and went on to serve as the Undergraduate Consul on the Octagon. Steve is currently working to develop a Chapter Educational Fund for Beta Gamma chapter. Offer Korin, Sigma Zeta/Indiana University ’83. Offer resides in Indianapolis and is a leader in Stoll Keenon Ogden’s business litigation practice. He is a long-time volunteer in the Indianapolis Jewish community, including service as President of the Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis. A complete listing of Foundation Directors is available on page 3 or at samfdn.org.
This page is made possible by the Richard H. Williamson Octagonian Fund
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