Chapter News Briefs

EPSILON – UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI

participated in virtual recruitment in the fall and also in February and gained fifty new members in total. They held a virtual Yoga with Theta Phi fundraiser, raising over $600 for The Dragonfly Foundation. They also added a new diversity, equity, inclusion, and access position to the chapter. ZETA – INDIANA UNIVERSITY - BLOOMINGTON

added 45 new members into their chapter this past recruitment season. They have been enjoying virtual and small in-person events. KAPPA – UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH

recruited a total of forty-two women between the fall 2020 and spring 2021 semesters. Over the summer, the chapter fundraised almost $2,000 for Bukit Bail Fund, a local bail fund in Pittsburgh. They are now able to have a few in-person events this semester, including big/little reveal, laser tag, and a bracelet making event. CHI – CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY

implemented a new diversity, equity, and inclusion position. They have been approved for in-person volunteering with Heartland Hope Mission. The chapter has also provided resources to sisters for social justice and mental health. ALPHA BETA – LOYOLA UNIVERSITY - NEW ORLEANS

raised over $700 for HandsOn New Orleans Volunteer Center. The chapter also enjoyed a chapter development presentation on prioritizing mental health and self-care. ALPHA DELTA – ST. NORBERT COLLEGE

recruited 11 new members in the fall semester. They were able to hold their superlative awards last year and have enjoyed many sisterhood and recruitment events. ALPHA EPSILON – ST. JOHN’S UNIVERSITY

has enjoyed many virtual events, including raising money for various causes surrounding the Black Lives Matter movement. This past fall, they were able to virtually recruit and initiate eight new women. ALPHA MU – NORTHERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

enjoyed sisterhood events. ALPHA XI – CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY

was able to conduct in-person recruitment in the spring and virtual recruitment in the fall of 2020. The chapter added thirteen new women over both semesters. They also held a virtual philanthropy event, Pie-a-Theta Phi, where their sisters would be “pied” over Instagram for every $10 raised for one of their local philanthropies, Laura's Home. ALPHA PI – WAYNE STATE COLLEGE

had some successful fundraising ventures this past year. The chapter held Double Good Popcorn fundraisers and sold over $2,000 (half proceeds to the chapter) each semester. The fundraiser benefited Glenmary Home Missioners and The House That Theta Phi Alpha Built; proceeds were donated to Children’s Hospital & Medical Center and the Carolyn Scott Rainbow House, a 56-room guest house for out-of-town families visiting Children’s Hospital & Medical Center. The chapter also donated locally to Haven House, a domestic abuse and violence support center, in Wayne. ALPHA TAU – EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY

held two recruitment events and enjoyed a sisterhood event making tie blankets and toys out of old t-shirts for the Halifax Humane Society. ALPHA UPSILON – INDIANA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

held a virtual philanthropy event this year, Pie-a-Theta Phi. Donations were made online and a video compilation of sisters being pied was sent out to donors. ALPHA PSI – UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON

hosted some fun sisterhood events, including a virtual sisterhood social.

ALPHA OMEGA – UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSINPLATTEVILLE

was able to participate in both virtual and in-person events last year. Recruitment was in-person last spring and virtual last fall, and the chapter welcomed seven new women. They have continued to volunteer at Ruby’s Pantry, Roundtree Gallery, and tutor at Platteville Middle School, as well as continue to fundraise for QFA’s national philanthropies during the COVID-19 pandemic. BETA ALPHA – STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT STONY BROOK

hosted a number of virtual community service and philanthropy events, like sending virtual cards to patients at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and a local veterans home. Virtual game nights or sister trivia has kept the chapter connected. BETA BETA – THE COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY

participated in virtual recruitment in early 2020 and welcomed twenty-five new members into the chapter. Sisters have enjoyed virtual events like PowerPoint nights, Netflix parties, and workout classes via Zoom.

BETA GAMMA – FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON UNIVERSITY, COLLEGE AT FLORHAM

participated in a virtual 5K for a local food pantry in Morristown, N.J. In February, they hosted their annual philanthropy week, Red Week, to raise money for the American Heart Association, in memory of a chapter sister who passed from heart disease years ago. One of the events, held virtually, was “Talking Spit,” where each participant would tell five jokes over three rounds in order to get sisters to spit out their water and laugh.

BETA DELTA – MUSKINGUM COLLEGE

was able to return to campus in the fall of 2020 and participated in a successful virtual recruitment. The chapter also held a donation drive for the Josh Knight House, a transitional treatment house which aids men in the Akron area dealing with substance abuse who are transitioning back to normal life from rehabilitation, homelessness, and jail. BETA EPSILON – SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITY

held three virtual recruitment events and welcomed the Beta Tau New Member Class.

BETA THETA – ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE

enjoyed a sister getaway weekend last fall, where they played games and enjoyed a campfire. The chapter has been able to plan fundraisers and philanthropy events and has resumed inperson recruitment. BETA LAMBDA – UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT

has conducted all business virtually since last year, including chapter meetings and all sisterhood, philanthropy, and community service events. The chapter has enjoyed multiple sisterhood game nights and chapter development events. They welcomed ten new women into the chapter during recruitment. The chapter has been able to hold fundraisers, including one for a local puppy training service. The women also wrote letters to many local and national organizations during the past year. BETA NU – FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY

welcomed twelve new women from spring recruitment. The chapter has enjoyed many sisterhood events including beach yoga and tie-dye. BETA XI – WILLIAM PATERSON UNIVERSITY

held a retreat where new members and sisters were able to enjoy team bonding exercises and learn more about each other. They have also hosted virtual events to keep alumnae and collegians connected. BETA SIGMA – RAMAPO COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY

participated in fall and spring virtual recruitments, which were both very successful. The chapter also held numerous sisterhood and philanthropy events.

BETA UPSILON – ST. LEO UNIVERSITY

has enjoyed lots of sisterhood time in the past year. The chapter came up with a new recruitment event, Theta Phi Sleepover, which allows potential new members to feel like they are already sisters and shows them that recruitment isn’t such a scary process. They also hosted a sisterhood charcuterie boards night, where groups of sisters competed to make different kinds of snack boards. BETA CHI – MISSOURI VALLEY COLLEGE

participated in recruitment and held a chapter development activity where sisters practiced preparing for careers and dressing for success. BETA PSI – MERRIMACK COLLEGE

enjoyed a Galentine’s Day sisterhood event, where sisters held a secret gift exchange and bought Valentine’s Day gifts for each other. They were happy to be able to share happiness with each other during the event, even if they weren’t always in-person. BETA OMEGA – KEAN UNIVERSITY

held a mental health education program. The chapter also participated in Meet the Greeks and other recruitment events. GAMMA ALPHA – PENN STATE ERIE, THE BEHREND COLLEGE

was excited to host a celebration this past fall for the new members from the spring semester, since they were not able to celebrate in-person back in the spring. Sisters recently enjoyed a game night and dinner with chapter alumnae. GAMMA GAMMA – KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY

recently finished their spring recruitment. The chapter has also enjoyed many virtual sisterhood nights, like TikTok challenge night, PowerPoint night, a Netflix party, and even Zumba. They also sponsored a Valentine’s Day Candy Gram fundraiser. During the fall semester, the chapter held a mental health meeting so sisters could voluntarily come and enjoy activities based on self-love and learning about how to take care of themselves. Lastly, the chapter hosted a philanthropy Instagram bingo game, as well as cosponsored a dental supply donation drive for a local homeless shelter.

GAMMA DELTA – ROWAN UNIVERSITY

successfully held virtual chapter meetings, sisterhood events, and recruitment! Their main priority throughout the pandemic has been working on their strong sisterhood and staying positive. GAMMA EPSILON – SHAWNEE STATE UNIVERSITY

held a Galantine’s Day big/little reveal. GAMMA ZETA – TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY-KINGSVILLE

enjoyed a sisterhood night and philanthropy night for recruitment. GAMMA ETA – PRATT INSTITUTE

currently has three women going through new member education. The chapter has participated in virtual recruitment and chapter meetings, and held an online art sale fundraiser using their own artwork. They donated a number of digital art pieces to the Sexual Assault Response Team at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center to help provide and create a safe space for survivors of sexual assault.

GAMMA KAPPA – WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY

held sisterhood and recruitment events.

NEWS | briefs GAMMA LAMBDA – SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY

participated in hybrid virtual/in-person recruitment and welcomed 14 women. The chapter held numerous events this past year, including virtual workout classes, movie nights, game nights, and cooking/baking nights over Zoom. GAMMA MU – CLARKSON UNIVERSITY

welcomed four new women in fall 2020. Fourteen sisters also made the Dean’s List. The chapter sponsored their annual 5K in memory of Mary King Dyson, GM. Sisters participated in a local adopt-a-highway program where the chapter adopted a twomile stretch of a local highway. The chapter implemented a new diversity, equity, and inclusion position. GAMMA NU – ROCKHURST UNIVERSITY

enjoyed sisterhood bingo, paint your letters night, and a mental health seminar.

GAMMA OMICRON – UTICA COLLEGE

sponsored a fundraiser for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. They have been hosting and participating in virtual events on their campus as well. The chapter continues to keep one of the highest collective GPAs for Greek organizations on campus. GAMMA PI – ST. JOHN'S UNIVERSITY - STATEN ISLAND

enjoyed a sisterhood movie night and game night. GAMMA RHO – SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY

participated in both in-person and virtual recruitment events. Enjoyed a “get to know your sisters better” workshop. GAMMA PHI – INDIANA UNIVERSITY - SOUTH BEND

enjoyed sisterhood events. GAMMA CHI – STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

participated in spring recruitment and held quarantine bingo, game night, Buzzfeed quizzes, tea and tin yoga, and playlist making events.

GAMMA PSI – PHILADELPHIA UNIVERSITY

welcomed four new women in the fall of 2020. The chapter also participated in the Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Prevention, a sisterhood retreat, a food pantry drive, and an Amazing Race fundraiser. GAMMA OMEGA – TRINE UNIVERSITY

recently welcomed fourteen new members! They also held a big/little reveal and sponsored their annual Big Man on Campus fundraiser. The event raised around $7,000 for the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer. DELTA ALPHA – STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT PLATTSBURGH

has enjoyed and sponsored lots of virtual events this year, including sisterhood events, Bid Day, a clothing drive, Chipotle fundraiser, and apple picking at Bankers Orchard. The chapter also held a toy drive for Ted-K Center in Plattsburgh, N.Y., which resulted in $600 worth of toy donations. DELTA BETA – ST. JOSEPH'S COLLEGE

was able to enjoy some socially distanced, outdoor hangouts when the weather was warmer. During the colder months, the chapter held virtual sisterhood nights, including game nights over Zoom. DELTA GAMMA – LYNN UNIVERSITY

enjoyed a mood board sisterhood night and learned more about each other. The chapter also held a fundraiser and raised $800. DELTA DELTA – ASHLAND UNIVERSITY

hosted several Zoom recruitment events, as well as a Valentine's Day sisterhood event, a chapter development, and a virtual mixer with a fraternity. DELTA EPSILON – RHODE ISLAND COLLEGE

welcomed four new women from recruitment. The chapter also sponsored a frozen yogurt fundraiser and enjoyed a sisterhood dinner.

DELTA ZETA – ST. CLOUD UNIVERSITY

enjoyed a mixer with another sorority on campus. DELTA ETA – SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY

has been busy with lots of philanthropy and fundraising events. The chapter focused on giving back to those in need and making their community better! They kicked off their philanthropic events last year starting with raising money for Salem State’s first ever virtual Relay for Life. The chapter raised over $500 and placed second on the leaderboard. They also sponsored a Pie-a-Theta Phi fundraiser, which raised over $2,500 for Lifebridge, an organization which helps the needs of the homeless and under-housed in the Salem area. Lastly, the chapter hosted a hazing prevention presentation with other Greek organizations. DELTA THETA – HARTWICK COLLEGE

held both a movie night and trivia night recruitment events. The chapter has the highest GPA of any Greek organization on campus! DELTA KAPPA – HOBART & WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGE

celebrated Galentine’s Day with goodie bags delivered to each chapter sister. DELTA LAMBDA – MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY

participated in recruitment and welcomed sixteen new women. The chapter hosted a sisterhood movie night and Guess Who game night. DELTA MU – MARIAN UNIVERSITY

enjoyed a sisterhood retreat, service event, and a sisterhood game night. DELTA NU – BENEDICTINE UNIVERSITY

recruited two new women to join the chapter, and enjoyed two virtual sisterhood nights, a game night, and a movie night.

DELTA XI – MOUNT ST. JOSEPH UNIVERSITY

was installed in November 2020 as QFA’s first virtual Installation! The chapter has held many sisterhood events, various workshops, and multiple drives to help the Cincinnati homeless population.

DELTA OMICRON – SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY

has been fully virtual the whole year but were able to continue with recruitment and fulfilling their tasks as an emerging chapter, and were recently installed as a chapter! The chapter has continued to hold recruitment events and looks forward to more sisters joining. They have enjoyed a Guess Who game night, sister speed dating, Kahoot game night, and Cards for Camp Friendship event.