For the first time in Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation’s history, this year, we awarded more than $1 million in scholarships to members of our beloved fraternity. This incredible milestone not only reflects the extraordinary growth of our organization, but also the undeniable power of our sisterhood to empower and uplift future leaders. This historic milestone is made possible by you, our generous donors and supporters, whose belief in our mission enables us to reach new heights and create a lasting impact.
Theta Foundation scholarships are more than just financial awards, they are life-changing opportunities. For so many recipients, they represent relief from the heavy burden of the costs of higher education. This year’s scholars are a vibrant reflection of resilience, perseverance, and boundless potential.
In the same vein, our chapter and individual grants program is breaking records while helping Thetas achieve goals outside of the traditional classroom. In a world where opportunity is often afforded by experiential learning beyond a degree, we remain committed to breaking down barriers and giving our members every opportunity to thrive— academically, personally, and professionally—by funding their passions.
We are charting new territory with these accomplishments, raising Theta Foundation up to serve as a model of excellence among our fraternal foundation peers. These accomplishments reflect the faith, hope, and love you have in our organization, and we aim to steward and utilize your donations in the most meaningful ways, now and in the future.
ARIANA BROWNE, ALPHA OMICRON/OKLAHOMA
“Receiving this scholarship has been one of the most affirming and impactful moments in my academic journey. Personally, it has reminded me that I'm not alone on this path; someone believes in my potential and is willing to invest in my future. Academically, it has given me the freedom to focus fully on learning, leading, and growing without the constant pressure of financial stress. It has opened doors I once thought were out of reach... I carry this opportunity with deep gratitude, and I am motivated every day to live up to it, not just through academic achievement, but through service, leadership, and the desire to leave a positive mark on those around me.”
“Words cannot fully express the depth of my gratitude for being selected as a recipient of a Theta Foundation scholarship. I am truly honored and humbled to receive this support, which not only eases the financial burden of my education but reaffirms the incredible impact that Kappa Alpha Theta has had on my life. As a biology major on the pre-med track, this generous scholarship is far more than financial assistance –it is an investment in both my current academic journey and the long path ahead toward a career in medicine. The values, sisterhood, and encouragement I have found through Theta have played a vital role in shaping my confidence and aspirations. I am deeply thankful for the continued support of the Theta Foundation, and I carry this honor with pride and purpose as I work toward becoming a compassionate and dedicated physician.”
TABOR CHRISTANELLI, GAMMA PHI/TEXAS TECH
Scholarships
Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation awarded its first scholarships in 1962. Based on our records, the total amount awarded that year was just $5,500. In 2025, we are awarding $1,001,175 to 448 members of Kappa Alpha Theta! This is a record-breaking feat, both due to the total amount awarded as well as the number of Thetas impacted. Our scholarship program continues to reach new heights with your loyal support. It is truly astonishing to see just how far we have come over the last 60 years!
$1,001,175
202 recipients schools attended 448
3.6/4.0 total awarded
average GPA
The Founders Memorial Scholarships are Theta Foundation’s most prestigious awards, valued at $12,000 each. Awarded to the top four junior candidates every year, the recipients are intentionally matched with a specific founder based on their shared accomplishments and characteristics.
Growing up on her family’s farm, Hadley developed a passion for agriculture. That passion led her to pursue a career in the agriculture industry, specifically commodity trading and hedging within livestock production. Recently awarded Outstanding Junior of the Year by the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS), it will come as no surprise that she is the director of recruitment for the CALS ambassador team and has been selected not just once, but three times, to represent her classmates at the National Agriculture Future of America Leaders’ Conference. She is currently an undergraduate research fellow completing her own research funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) analyzing the impact of the avian influenza on egg prices. Hadley has proudly served her chapter as academic development director and vice president finance (VPF), tackling challenges like budget cuts and helping members achieve academic goals. Hadley cites Theta as pushing her to reach her highest potential in everything she does.
ALICE ALLEN BRANT
ALICE ALLEN BRANT
Gamma Omega Chapter
$2,425
Harper Andrews Gamma Omega/Auburn $2,425
Gamma Phi Chapter
$2,125
Cash Martin Gamma Phi/Texas Tech $2,125
Gamma Psi Chapter/Tracy Clark Memorial
$1,550
Macy Bayer Gamma Psi/TCU $1,550
Gamma Sigma Chapter
$1,100
Ava Mulno Gamma Sigma/San Diego State $1,100
Gamma Upsilon Chapter
$1,750
Kirsten Cobb Gamma Upsilon/Miami $1,750
Gayden Family
$7,200
Fernanda Arellano Beta Omega/Colorado College $2,600
Melissa Lysiak Eta Sigma/Chapman $2,600
Amanda Woodruff Beta Upsilon/British Columbia $2,000
Genevieve Butz Adsit
$1,350
Khue Doan Alpha/DePauw $1,350
Glenna Maxey Goodacre
$1,050
Naomi Tsai Beta Omega/Colorado College $1,050
Gloria McVay Cochran and Richard K. Cochran $1,450
Megan Szot Beta/Indiana $1,450
Greater Kansas City Alumnae Chapter $2,625
Jordyn Krevitz Delta Eta/Kansas State $2,625
Harriet Darley Damisch
$1,975
Kate Helfrich Eta Pi/Case Western Reserve $1,975
Harriet Fowler Brown/Kansas City Alumnae Chapter $4,075
Kate grew up in Seoul, South Korea. She came to the United States for middle school, which is when she learned the English language. Kate decided on Princeton University to pursue a particularly difficult engineering major to fuel her intellectual curiosity. She has since expanded her skill set and career prospects by navigating the business realm, landing a competitive internship in consulting last summer. Kate not only excels in unfamiliar environments, but she also wants to find ways to make those spaces more accessible for others. When she overcomes an obstacle, she feels compelled to ease that path for the next generation, especially women and international students. Through her various Theta chapter officer roles and as president of the Korean Students Association at Princeton, she has helped new students adapt, integrate, and thrive, no matter their background.
BETTIE LOCKE HAMILTON
Kaitlyn Halamicek
EPSILON IOTA/ WESTMINSTER
Psychology & Mathematical Data Science
When Kaitlyn joined Kappa Alpha Theta, she was overwhelmed by the support from her sisters to get involved on campus and make the most of her time at college. With their encouragement, she has pushed herself outside of her comfort zone by joining groups like the Blue Blazers Investment Committee and serving on the leadership council as an active player for the Westminster women’s soccer team. Her summer internship at Washington University in St. Louis placed her on the front lines of cutting-edge psychological research, which will give her a competitive edge when she applies to graduate school. She has served Epsilon Iota Chapter as both vice president operations (VPO) and vice president diversity, equity, & inclusion (VPDEI), creating new traditions and initiating meaningful dialogue within her chapter. Notably, Kaitlyn was selected as the singular student from her junior class to be part of the historic Skulls of Seven society, the highest honor a Westminster student can receive.
Brooke Bohnert Epsilon Omega/Washington & Jefferson $1,000
Samantha Camire Beta/Indiana
$1,250
Luisa Cano Alpha Sigma/Washington State $1,000
Amy Charnholm Delta Delta/Whitman
Corinna Chen Alpha Epsilon/Brown
Ariadne Chilinski Beta Delta/Arizona
$1,250
$1,500
$1,000
Bella Croft Beta Chi/Alberta $1,000
Zoe Diehl Epsilon Nu/Virginia Tech $1,000
Nora Doyle Beta/Indiana $1,000
Carlie Friess Delta Eta/Kansas State $1,000
Gabriele Gillespie Gamma Epsilon/Western $1,250
Ellie Goetzinger Alpha Rho/South Dakota $1,250
Rachana Gurudu Eta Pi/Case Western Reserve $1,250
Zoe Halaban Epsilon Tau/Yale
$1,250
Charlotte Hallenbeck Omicron/USC $1,000
Carleigh Hitch Delta Upsilon/Eastern Kentucky
Aubrey Hodge Rho/Nebraska
Sophia Jones Eta Phi/Belmont
Elena Laguna Beta/Indiana
Olivia Larkowski Beta Tau/Denison
Reeti Malhotra Epsilon Tau/Yale
Sameen Mariaca Epsilon Rho/Lehigh
$1,250
$1,000
$1,500
$1,450
$1,000
$1,450
$1,500
Kailey McGourty Beta Epsilon/Oregon State $2,000
Jade Michel Zeta Xi/~
$1,250
Abby Moen Alpha Rho/South Dakota $1,250
Sienna Pearson Eta Lambda/~ $1,125
Isabel Pedevila Swett Gamma Pi/Iowa State $1,250
Lillian Powers Alpha Eta/Vanderbilt
Jillian Robinson Epsilon Pi/Bucknell
Ally Rosenthal Eta Psi/Tufts
$1,250
$1,000
$1,250
Alyssa Schleper Beta/Indiana $1,000
Paige Sells Alpha Mu/Missouri $1,250
Jocelynn Sengsiry Theta Iota/~ $1,000
Emily Sullivan Epsilon Lambda/Dickinson
Marina Surovey Alpha Tau/Cincinnati
$1,000
$1,500
Charlize Szeto Epsilon Upsilon/Columbia $1,500
Deven Taggart Theta Pi/Sacred Heart
Claire Taylor Zeta Eta/Wofford
Sydney Thompson
Kendall Torres
Sofia Vuong
Layla Wagner
$1,000
$1,250
Kappa/George Washington
Mu/Nevada $1,500
Rachel Wandell Beta Theta/Idaho $1,500
Taylor Webb
EPSILON ETA/ CENTRE
Psychology
Taylor was initiated as a member of Kappa Alpha Theta the day before she went home to begin chemotherapy. After winning her fight against cancer, she returned to school and hit the ground running. Motivated by her experience, she dove into the field of psycho-oncology to understand the psychological impacts of cancer. Last summer, she created the Young Adult Cancer Compendium, a resource for newly diagnosed young adults that combines research insights, doctor interviews, and patient input to guide others through their own fights, culminating in a quality-of-life research fellowship at the University of Kentucky. As the current president of her chapter, she keeps officers and members focused on improving relationships and sisterhood in an effort to support each other through life’s highs and lows.
HANNAH FITCH SHAW
HANNAH FITCH SHAW
Virginia Burns Boynton
Chelsea Brea Eta Pi/Case Western Reserve
Elizabeth Crandall Alpha Psi/Lawrence
Chandler Doody Zeta Eta/Wofford
Hope Kerr Eta Chi/Boston
Ipsita Krishnan Alpha Epsilon/Brown
Katie Larratt Beta Xi/UCLA
Alaina Milam Delta Upsilon/Eastern Kentucky
Maria Strasser Delta Epsilon/Arizona State
$17,775
$2,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,000
$2,000
$1,775
$2,000
$1,500
Naomi Tsai Beta Omega/Colorado College $1,950
Emily Tummino Theta Theta/NC State
Virginia Chain Schmid
Ashton Erickson Rho/Nebraska
Virginia Ford Hood
Lena Strauss Zeta Eta/Wofford
Virginia Hindman Freeman
Ariel Desler Zeta Iota/Washington & Lee
Elise Glore Delta Kappa/LSU
Grace Schafhauser Gamma Psi/TCU
Lauren Valley Epsilon Epsilon/Baylor
Aaralyn Wahyudi Zeta Upsilon/UT Dallas
Virginia Lauderdale Grimm
Ninabella Arlis Theta Iota/~
Patricia Ji Epsilon Phi/Chicago
Virginia M. Sorenson
Sydney Aboulian Beta/Indiana
Caroline Boger Theta Theta/NC State
Sofia Campagnuolo Delta Epsilon/Arizona State
Shayla Cota Zeta Nu/UC Davis
Emma Davis Delta Omicron/Alabama
Sage Dodd Beta Theta/Idaho
Ella Gingras Lambda/Vermont
Lucy Goodwin Gamma Delta/Georgia
Mariah Haug Delta Eta/Kansas State
Lainey Hogg Alpha Mu/Missouri
Rachel Ingle Zeta Sigma/Ohio Northern
Patricia Ji Epsilon Phi/Chicago
Kate Kalis Upsilon/Minnesota
Justine Karp Delta Chi/Virginia
Victoria Kelmanson Epsilon Eta/Centre
Alayna Laux Eta Pi/Case Western Reserve
Maytal Lefkowitz Beta/Indiana
$1,050
$1,625
$1,625
$2,225
$2,225
$6,600
$1,600
$1,000
$1,000
$2,000
$1,000
$2,325
$1,325
$1,000
$67,175
$1,000
$1,825
$3,000
$2,950
$1,800
$3,100
$3,000
$1,675
$1,900
$2,000
$3,100
$2,000
$2,100
$2,000
$2,000
$4,000
$1,000
Lavleen Madahar Alpha Epsilon/Brown $4,000
Taylor Nacevski Gamma Epsilon/Western $5,000
Anh Nguyen Beta Xi/UCLA $1,325
Maya Orvis Alpha Pi/North Dakota $3,000
Caroline Schwartz Alpha Tau/Cincinnati
Claire Shelton
Kiran Yeh
Virginia Martin McCune
“I'm so beyond grateful for the Theta Foundation's support. Theta has truly become my home, it's where I've found the most amazing support system, opportunities to grow, and people who inspire me every day. This scholarship means so much to me and my family. Thank you for helping make all of this possible.”
KRYSTAL GUTIERREZ, ALPHA OMICRON/ OKLAHOMA
Chapter & Individual Grants
Although lesser known than our scholarship program, our chapter and individual grants program has the potential to impact Thetas in a significant way. While there is so much value in a traditional degree program, a degree alone is no longer enough to achieve success in today’s world. More and more, our members are pursuing experiential learning opportunities that take them outside of the classroom and immerse them in realworld scenarios where they learn to adapt, grow, and thrive.
$54,765 total awarded
40 recipients chapters 45 countries visited
18
Jaiden Hoek
GAMMA MU/ MARYLAND
Grant Recipients
BETA/INDIANA
Janie Zeh
Medicine in Kenya / Eldoret, Kenya
Janie was awarded an education grant to participate in this elective study abroad program, during which she rotated on adult and pediatric wards at a teaching hospital, learning to recognize and treat common diseases, build cross-cultural communication skills, and foster sustainable global health partnerships.
IOTA/CORNELL
Traci Nagle
Advancing Research Impact in Society 2025 Summit / San Juan, Puerto Rico
Traci received a leadership development grant to participate in the ARIS Summit, learning strategies to integrate broader societal impacts into academic research at the university level through presentations, workshops, and networking with funders and practitioners.
NU/HANOVER
Annie Hermann
Indiana School Counselor Association Annual Conference / Indianapolis, IN
Annie was awarded an education grant to attend this conference, participating in equity-focused workshops and networking events to deepen her knowledge, explore inclusive practices, and connect with experienced counselors before beginning her professional school counseling career.
OMICRON/USC
Emily Friedman
Regeneration Field Institute / Ecuador
Emily was awarded an education grant to attend Regeneration Field Institute’s immersive program in coastal Ecuador, gaining hands-on experience in restoration ecology, farming, and bamboo building to apply toward her work in global food security.
PI/ALBION
Brittany Booth Vasseur
Strategic Data Storytelling Certificate / Online
Brittany received an education grant to enroll in the University of Chicago’s Strategic Data Storytelling program to master data visualization tools and narrative techniques to transform complex datasets into compelling insights for informed decision-making.
GAMMA DEUTERON/OHIO WESLEYAN
Kelsea Cooper Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco 2025 Annual Meeting / New Orleans, LA
Kelsea was awarded an education grant to present her research on nicotine pouch use, deepening her expertise in tobacco regulatory science and expanding her professional network in preparation for a career in public health.
OMEGA/UC BERKELEY
Maya Luong
Middlebury Language School, French Immersion Program / Middlebury, VT
Maya was awarded an education grant to attend an intensive French immersion program, comprised of fullday classes and extracurricular activities entirely in French to achieve professional proficiency in preparation for a career in environmental policy and management.
ALPHA EPSILON/BROWN Neni Alvarado
SPRINT Fellowship Summer 2025 / Providence, RI
Neni was awarded an education grant to participate in a SPRINT Fellowship, where she engaged in research on health equity and addiction and gained hands-on qualitative data collection skills under expert mentorship to support her aspirations in behavioral health and community care.
OMICRON/USC
Emily Friedman
Graduate Capstone Project – Spark Microgrants Field Research / Malawi
Emily received a leadership development grant to conduct field research for her graduate capstone project, collecting and analyzing data on motivational factors and time constraints in community development programs to inform poverty-alleviation strategies.
Brianna received an education grant to intern at the Brookings Institution, conducting literature reviews, coding data, and contributing to education policy analyses while strengthening her quantitative research skills within a leading think tank.
ALPHA EPSILON/BROWN
Irene Zhao
Careers in the Common Good in NYC Internship / New York City, NY
Irene was awarded an education grant to participate in this summer internship, gaining hands-on experience in data collection, analysis, and communications to support high-impact entrepreneurs and further her public service aspirations.
ALPHA THETA/TEXAS
CoCo Zentner Robertson
TSC Fall Retreat / Round Top, TX
CoCo received an education grant to attend The Southern C’s Fall Retreat, engaging in keynote sessions, handson workshops, and mentorship with other female entrepreneurs to grow her art and fashion business.
ALPHA MU/MISSOURI
Sophie Pyrtle Chambers
LiveLingua Spanish / Online
Sophie was awarded an education grant to study one-onone and small-group Spanish through LiveLingua, practicing conversation, grammar, and vocabulary through tailored live lessons to achieve fluency and transfer her knowledge to her students as a gifted educator.
ALPHA MU/MISSOURI
Michaela Duran
Summer 2025 Study Abroad + Internship / Madrid, Spain
Michaela was awarded an education grant to participate in this joint study-abroad and internship program, during which she interned at a biopharma company while completing courses toward her Spanish minor and immersing herself in the culture she is studying.
ALPHA MU/MISSOURI
Haleigh McCamy
National Council for History Education Conference / St. Louis, MO
Haleigh received an education grant to attend this conference, connecting with history educators nationwide, engaging in workshops on inclusive instructional strategies and participating in place-based learning excursions to enhance her career as a secondary social studies teacher.
ALPHA PHI/TULANE
Samantha Sanacore
Advanced Certificate: School District Business Leader / Hempstead, NY
Samantha received an education grant to complete this certification program through Hofstra University, learning how to be a responsible steward and manager of business operations to support and enhance the quality of learning for students as an aspiring school district leader.
BETA DELTA/ARIZONA
Calli Ferguson
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program / Tucson, AZ
Calli received an education grant to enroll in Yoga Pod Tucson’s teacher training program, deepening her knowledge and skills so that she can guide others in vinyasa yoga and apply what she learns to her physical therapy studies.
DELTA/ILLINOIS
Julia Shrofe
ACES: Illinois in Vienna / Vienna, Austria
Julia was awarded an education grant to study abroad through this direct exchange program to immerse herself in consumer economics and international finance, experience cultural excursions, and gain foreign language exposure to deepen her academic knowledge and leadership skills.
BETA LAMBDA/WILLIAM & MARY
Anna Peterson
UVA SCPS Business Analytics Program / Online
Anna received an education grant to enroll in the University of Virginia’s Business Analytics certificate program, enabling her to leverage data-driven insights to foster positive change within organizations and communities through advanced analytical skills and data interpretation.
BETA MU/NEVADA
Alicia Cauthen O’Leary
Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) Course / Walnut Creek, CA
Alicia was awarded an education grant to complete the CPRP certification, honing her skills in facility maintenance, budgeting, and program planning to enhance her role as a recreation coordinator and serve her community more effectively.
BETA XI/UCLA
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank Volunteer Program / Los Angeles, CA
Beta Xi Chapter was awarded a service-learning grant to partner with the LA Regional Food Bank to sort and assemble food boxes for wildfire victims, empowering 150 college members to directly support those impacted by the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires.
BETA TAU/DENISON
Allyse Treier Love
Torchbearers / Akron, OH
Allyse received a leadership development grant to participate in Torchbearers, gaining leadership training, board service experience, and community engagement opportunities to strengthen her leadership abilities and support civic impact in her community.
BETA PSI/MCGILL
Safina Adatia
Association for Multidisciplinary Education and Research in Substance Use and Addiction (AMERSA) Annual Conference / Chicago, IL
Safina received an education grant to present her research on the impacts of substance use on women’s health and learn about the latest developments in addiction medicine and strategies to address inequities in substance use services.
GAMMA EPSILON/WESTERN
Sophia Kara
CHOICE Tanzania Program: Building a Consortium on Climate Change, Health & Complex Challenges / Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Sophia was awarded a service-learning grant to colead the final stakeholder dissemination event for the CHOICE Tanzania project, developing evidence briefs and presentations to translate research findings on mental health, climate change, and gender equity into policy recommendations.
GAMMA KAPPA/GEORGE WASHINGTON
Libby O’Connell
Middlebury Language Schools Russian Immersion Program / Middlebury, VT
Libby was awarded an education grant to attend this immersive program, living and studying entirely in the Russian language for eight weeks to reach advanced proficiency in preparation for a multilingual career in international relations.
GAMMA MU/MARYLAND
Jenna Grove
Medical Volunteer Program / Cusco, Peru
Jenna was awarded a service-learning grant to assist local healthcare teams with patient intake, basic health screenings, and community health education to gain hands-on experience in a resource-limited setting to enhance her cultural competency and clinical skills.
GAMMA MU/MARYLAND
Jaiden Hoek
MEDLIFE Winter SLT Mobile Clinic / Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Jaiden was awarded a service-learning grant to participate in this week-long trip, shadowing local physicians at mobile clinics, conducting community needs assessments, and helping build sustainable health projects to address healthcare disparities and develop her global health advocacy skills.
Global Summer Internship (BMGT) / Dublin, Ireland
Jaiden received an education grant to enroll in this internship abroad program, comprised of a tailored placement in a local healthcare organization to observe clinical workflows, assist with patient-care tasks, and gain international public health experience.
GAMMA MU/MARYLAND
Kayla Schankel
Yonsei University Study Abroad Program / Seoul, South Korea
Kayla was awarded an education grant to enroll in this semester-long study abroad program, completing biology coursework and participating in cultural immersion experiences to gain a broader understanding of global health.
GAMMA MU/MARYLAND
Zoe Wojciechowski
Medical Volunteer Program / Cusco, Peru
Zoe was awarded a service-learning grant to join this hands-on medical volunteer program, assisting local health clinics with tasks such as patient intake, suturing, and vaccinations, all while living with a host-family honing her Spanish language skills.
GAMMA PHI/TEXAS TECH
Sydney Rodriguez
Government and Public Service Internship Program / Washington, D.C.
Sydney was awarded an education grant to participate in this internship program to grow her knowledge of policymaking, public administration, and law through hands-on experience in a congressional office.
DELTA DELTA/WHITMAN
Emily Dennis Diamond International Neurotrauma Society Conference / Cambridge, United Kingdom
Emily was awarded a leadership development grant to present her research on traumatic brain injury and concussion as an oral presentation at this conference, connecting with global neurotrauma experts and advancing her leadership in traumatic brain injury studies.
ETA PI/CASE WESTERN RESERVE
Bhavya Bansal
American College of Surgeons (ACS)
Clinical Congress / San Francisco, CA
Bhavya received an education grant to present her research at the ACS Clinical Congress, giving her the opportunity to network with leading surgeons, hone her surgical knowledge, and showcase her work on robotic hepatectomy to propel her surgical career.
DELTA THETA/FLORIDA
Elise Turesson
University of Queensland Exchange Program / Brisbane, Australia
Elise was awarded an education grant to enroll in this semester-long exchange program, undertaking nutritional science and marine biology coursework to further her academic interests in an international setting, fostering a global perspective and professional growth.
DELTA KAPPA/LSU
Ella Menard
Ogden Honors in Oxford / Oxford & London, England
Ella was awarded an education grant to participate in this study abroad program alongside her honors college peers, completing interdisciplinary coursework while going on cultural excursions to major historical sites, building her perspective as a globally-minded scholar.
EPSILON EPSILON/BAYLOR
Anna Bjorklund
LTL Language School / Beijing, China
Anna was awarded an education grant to immerse herself in intensive Chinese language and cultural studies in Beijing, completing 30-hours a week of personalized instruction, including a homestay with a non-English speaking family, to prepare for a career in cross-cultural communication and translation.
EPSILON ETA/CENTRE
Mrunali Damuluri
Hyperpolarization Methods for Enhanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging Applications / Jülich, Germany
Mrunali received an education grant to intern in the Helmholtz Association’s Hyperpolarization Methods lab, developing purification techniques for hyperpolarized contrast agents to bridge chemistry, quantum science, and clinical medicine.
EPSILON RHO/LEHIGH
Iqra Choudhry
Doctors in Italy Fellowship Program / Ferrara, Italy
Iqra was awarded an education grant to shadow physicians in Ferrara’s top healthcare institutions, gaining clinical skills, cultural competence, and professional mentorship to prepare for a career as an inclusive, thoughtful future healthcare provider.
EPSILON TAU/YALE
Samantha Berenblum Hellauer
Hogan Assessments Certification Workshop / Online
Samantha received an education grant to complete Hogan’s three-day virtual certification, mastering interpretation and application of the company’s core personality-based assessments to incorporate data-driven insights into her executive coaching and leadership advisory work.
ZETA ZETA/COLGATE
Hallie Dietsch
Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 – Spirits Certificate / New Orleans, LA
Hallie was awarded an education grant to complete this world-renowned hospitality course, building foundational knowledge of spirit production, tasting, and cocktail balance to enhance her hospitality career opportunities.
ZETA SIGMA/OHIO NORTHERN
Laura Presbrey Peet
Master Certification in Articulate / Orlando, FL
Laura was awarded an education grant to complete this certification, mastering the Articulate instructional-design software to be able to train colleagues and scale learning programs across her organization.
ETA KAPPA/JOHN CARROLL
Sydney Burger
Understanding the Reality of the Unhoused Immersion / Washington, D.C.
Sydney received an education grant to participate in John Carroll University’s week-long immersion in Washington, D.C., engaging with homeless shelter residents by serving meals and learning about the systemic roots of homelessness to become a stronger advocate for social justice.
ETA PI/CASE WESTERN RESERVE
Ria Tilve
Orthopaedic Trauma Institute Clinical Research Internship / San Francisco, CA
Ria was awarded an education grant to participate in this internship to engage in orthopaedic trauma research, develop independent research skills, and contribute to community health initiatives to prepare her for a career in academic medicine.
THETA IOTA/~ Claire Doyle
Villa Le Balze – Georgetown University Study Abroad / Florence, Italy
Claire received an education grant to explore Italy’s intersection of religion, culture, and politics through classroom instruction, site visits, and small-group cultural immersions, preparing her for a career in government relations and diplomacy.
Lauren received an education grant to present her master’s research and network with prospective PhD advisors at this conference, attending sessions on climate-driven aquatic ecosystem change and participating in career workshops to advance her academic and teaching goals.
THETA XI/UC SANTA CRUZ
Raina Scherer
Middle Managers Certificate / Online
Raina received an education grant to complete this certification through the American Camp Association, developing supervisory, program planning, and risk management skills essential for her role as a professional camp employee.
ETA PSI/TUFTS
Sarah Tata Education Law Association’s Annual Conference / Orlando, FL
Sarah was awarded an education grant to attend this conference and present her research on educational finance reform litigation while also engaging in discussions and workshops to explore the intersections of policy and law in education.
THETA XI/UC SANTA CRUZ
Alex Tutwiler
52nd Annual North American Paleopathology Association Meeting / Baltimore, MD
Alex was awarded an education grant to present her research on activity-related joint disease in industrialera child laborers and engage with other international scholars to build her professional network within the global paleopathology community.
ALUMNAE CHAPTERS
Pasadena Alumnae Chapter
Pack-a-Backpack…a sprinkle of school supplies! / Southern California
The Pasadena Alumnae Chapter received a servicelearning grant to rally local alumnae to gather and distribute backpacks and school supplies to students affected by the 2025 California wildfires in preparation for the upcoming academic year.
South Orange County Alumnae Chapter
Thetas Focus on Wellness: Mobility as We Age / South Orange County, CA
The South Orange County Alumnae Chapter was awarded an education grant to host a licensed physical therapist for an interactive workshop on balance, flexibility, and fall prevention exercises, providing hands-on demonstrations and take-home materials to empower members with practical strategies for healthy aging.
Edmonton Alumnae Chapter
Situational Awareness & Personal Protection Workshop for Women / Alberta, Canada
The Edmonton Alumnae Chapter was awarded an education grant to host an interactive workshop on situational awareness and personal protection, engaging both collegians and alumnae in lecture, hands-on techniques, and group discussion.
Chapter & Individual Grant Recipients
Alumnae Chapter Founders Award
$350
South Orange County Alumnae Chapter $350
Carryl Wischmeyer Krohne
$1,550
Haleigh McCamy Alpha Mu/Missouri $750
Sarah Tata Eta Psi/Tufts $800
Chapter & Individual Grants
$4,260
Claire Doyle Theta Iota/~ $500
Annie Hermann Nu/Hanover $300
Jaiden Hoek Gamma Mu/Maryland $500
Ella Menard Delta Kappa/LSU $900
Raina Scherer Theta Xi/UC Santa Cruz $160
Brittany Booth Vasseur Pi/Albion $750
Zoe Wojciechowski Gamma Mu/Maryland $700
Irene Zhao Alpha Epsilon/Brown $450
Designated Chapter & Individual Grants
$7,050
Anna Bjorklund Epsilon Epsilon/Baylor $1,250
Sophie Pyrtle Chambers Alpha Mu/Missouri $950
Jenna Grove Gamma Mu/Maryland $750
Maya Luong Omega/UC Berkeley $1,800
Brianna Paliz Alpha Epsilon/Brown $650
Kayla Schankel Gamma Mu/Maryland $1,000
Ria Tilve Eta Pi/Case Western Reserve $650
Dinah Jane Harriger Cummings
$1,225
Safina Adatia Beta Psi/McGill $1,225
Houston Alumnae Chapter
$4,475
Bhavya Bansal Eta Pi/Case Western Reserve $1,500
Lauren Goodell Eta Sigma/Chapman $645
Jaiden Hoek Gamma Mu/Maryland $1,500
Libby O’Connell Gamma Kappa/George Washington $830
Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter
$1,675
Janie Zeh Beta/Indiana $1,675
Jeanne Ross Miller
Neni Alvarado Alpha Epsilon/Brown $815
Sydney Burger Eta Kappa/John Carroll $200
Iqra Choudhry Epsilon Rho/Lehigh
Kelsea Cooper Gamma deuteron/Ohio Wesleyan $1,000 Mrunali Damuluri
Hallie Dietsch Zeta Zeta/Colgate $270 Michaela Duran
Mu/Missouri
Theta Foundation helps Thetas set themselves apart as leaders on their campuses, in their communities, and around the world. We are committed to supporting them as they resolve to face challenges, pursue the widest influence for good, and seek to make a difference.
Do you know a Theta who could benefit from a scholarship or grant? Would you like to give back or get involved? If so, please visit our website for more information: www.kappaalphatheta.org/foundation
