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Did you ever have a tree house or a fort or set off a portion of your room just for yourself? And for a small while spent the time day dreaming? Gosh, can you remember those golden hours? Do you remember pretending that you were a hero or were with the hero of your latest book or TV show? At some point, did you decide that heroes were for day dreams, but not “real life?” Well, hello, Hero, and welcome to Real Life! That’s right, you — our Tri Sigma Sister — are a hero. And, isn’t that the Tri Sigma way? Our values of faith, hope and love that we share make us heroes and mentors to our Sisters. As we celebrate Founders Day, we salute our Founders, the noble women who gave their friendship the name Sigma Sigma Sigma and began a Sisterhood that has thrived over the past century. As you walk through the century of our history, you see Mabel Lee, who served as National President more than 35 years; Santy, who established a permanent headquarters; Mary Hastings who served as National President while Laura Ward Sweet experiencing the devastating death of her young son, Robbie, and then worked Alpha Sigma tirelessly to establish our national philanthropy, Sigma Serves Children; Helen National President Marie who led the Sorority during an era when Greek life was at its lowest point; and Mary Barbee, Tri Sigma’s only National Panhellenic Conference Chairman. These women stand out larger than life for their untiring dedication and service to Tri Sigma. In addition, there are the heroes in your chapter life. For me, there was Julie who was Chapter President when I pledged. As a new member, I could not imagine a higher privilege then being noticed by her. There was Patsy, our New Letter Member Educator. Her kindness and belief in us helped us succeed in the from classroom and the Sorority. There was Gail, the Big Sister, who was constantly offering support and encouragement. The first year of college is a scary place to be! There was my Little Sister, Cyndy; her belief in our Sisterhood cemented the the bonds that I believe in today. Melissa, our Chapter Advisor, and Ann, our NCC, who showed us that Sisterhood is for a lifetime. As I left chapter life, these heroes were followed by numerous other Sisters. As you look around at your Tri Sigma Sisters, notice that our Sisterhood fills our President collegiate and alumnae days with heroes. Heroes embrace us, challenge us and make us better than we would ever have been without them. Celebrate Founders Day; celebrate the gift of heroes in our day-to- day life. And celebrate because you are one of those heroes. And, one day, when you see a little girl high in a tree or under a fort in the living room, remember that heroes are not just for her. Your membership in Tri Sigma has made you a hero and made heroes an every day occurrence.

Yours,

Laura Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:18 PM Page 1

theTriangle

Vol. 06 No. 2 Telling the stories of Tri Sigma’s Heart

On the Cover: Pictured on the cover, bottom far MISSION STATEMENT left, is Lethea Smith, Alpha Alpha, Assistant Professor of Education, with her students at Sigma Sigma Sigma . Top, far left, with her students is Allison promotes a Swicke-Dunne, Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life & perpetual bond of friendship, Leadership Development at the State University of New York- develops Plattsburgh. Other sororities represented are , Delta strong womanly character, Phi Epsilon, and . and inspires high standards of ethical conduct.

Editor Barbara Victoria Colvert Feature Editor 5 Leslie Blair, Zeta Beta Alumnae Editor Sandy Allen, Alpha Lambda Collegiate Editor Courtney Stone, Copy Editor Peggy Gamble, Alpha Sigma contents Marilyn McGraw Beiter, Beta Xi Executive Director Tri Sigmas in Higher Education 2

Sigma Sigma Sigma 225 North Muhlenberg Street Katrina Followup 5 Woodstock, VA 22664-1424 12 p 540.459.4212 f 540.459.2361 Executive Council 2004 – 2007 National President Laura Ward Sweet, Alpha Sigma Ever Forward with… National Treasurer Our Foundation 7 Barbara Stoe Stone, Beta Tau Alumnae Vice President Elizabeth Wakeman Hoffert, Beta Xi Empowered Women 9 Collegiate Vice President 22 Reatha Cole Cox, Alpha Zeta Our Leadership 12 Membership Development Vice President JeanMarie Komyathy, Gamma Kappa Publications Vice President Our Sisters 20 Bethany Deines, Beta Kappa National Panhellenic Conference Delegate Linda Manley-Kuitu, Epsilon Rho Our Collegians 22

Changes of names and addresses and death notices should be sent to National Headquarters, 225 North Muhlenberg Street, Woodstock, VA 22664-1424. Our Alumnae 32 35 Postmaster: Please send notices of undeliverable copies on Form 3579 to Sigma Sigma Sigma, 225 North Muhlenberg Street, Woodstock, VA 22664-1424. 37 The Triangle of Sigma Sigma Sigma is published three times a Omega Chapter: year by Sigma Sigma Sigma, 225 North Muhlenberg Street, Woodstock, VA 22664-1424. Jan Wilson 37 Payment of membership dues includes $2 toward the cost of The Triangle subscription. Articles are invited for publication in this magazine. Manuscripts should be submitted to the Editor for considera- 37 tion. Acceptances are on a contributing basis only and are subject to editorial review. All copies and photos become the property of Sigma Sigma Sigma. 1 Member of National Panhellenic Conference and College Fraternity Editors Association. Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:18 PM Page 2

Tri Sigmas in Higher Education By Allison Swick-Duttine, Psi, Director of Programs

Green, Zeta Delta, Coordinator for Student “My mother Life at Hartwick College. “The Residence teaches college and They entered college with plans to be Life Office was opening a section for the opportunity was engineers, accountants, medical doctors, elementary education majors, and I there, so I jumped on journalists, and high school principals, but thought this would allow me to combine it,” she said. “I really something during their higher education my B.A. in Elementary Education with my like both of my jobs so experience caused them to change career previous experience as a Resident my goal is to continue goals. For many, it was their involvement Assistant. I worked as a Hall Director for to do both.” in Tri Sigma and the campus four years and then decided to pursue my After retiring from fraternity/sorority life office. For others, it graduate degree in higher education.” teaching in the public was working as orientation leaders, Sarah Lively, Alpha Alpha, Admissions schools system, Jan student government officers, student Counselor at West Virginia School of Horner, Beta Xi, ambassadors, resident assistants, student Osteopathic Medicine, was teaching accepted the position activities programmers, or in similar college public speaking courses while of Coordinator of student leadership positions. working on her Master’s in Graduate Education at For most students higher education is a Communication Studies. But she still Maryville University – temporary stopping point on their career wasn’t sure what direction she wanted to St. Louis, her alma paths. Most students plan to attend take her career. mater. “They wanted college, obtain a couple of degrees, and “While visiting prospective medical a graduate of their move on. However, for more than 135 Tri schools with my sister, I realized there initial Master of Arts Sigma alumnae, the college experience were things you could do on a college program to do the was so life-transforming that they made a campus besides teach, and I was very marketing, recruiting, career of it. drawn to that idea,” she said. “I got a and coordinating of “In college my life was completely summer internship which turned into a public school devoted to my positions in Residence Life full-time job at the school where I educators. It was a and Greek Life,” said Heather Cruz, Zeta currently work. Three and a half years later perfect fit for me,” Psi, who is currently pursuing a Master of I’m still here and know that higher she said. Arts in Counseling Services with a education is definitely the field I’m meant Of the Tri Sigmas concentration in Higher Education Student to be in.” who are listed as part Services at Rider University. “I became “I got into higher education as a of the Sigmas in close to my Residence Director and Greek ‘temporary job’ and here I still am 27 years Higher Education Advisor and realized I wanted to do what later,” said Tobey Stein, Iota, a professor at Clearinghouse (see they did someday. They mentored and University of Colorado – Denver. related article), 46 advised me on how to go about it.” Many Sigmas report that their percent currently work While serving as Student Body Vice experience working and volunteering for in the area of President and spending considerable time the Sorority was a catalyst to their higher Student Affairs, 23 in the student activities office, Tracie education careers. percent work in Massey, Pi, Coordinator of Greek Life at Betsy Montanez, Zeta Kappa, Academic Affairs, 19 University of – Wilmington, Admissions Recruiter at Montclair State percent in Business was asked by a graduate assistant if she University, volunteered as the Chapter and Development, Allison Swick-Duttine, Psi, with Ian had ever thought of pursuing a career in Advisor for Eta Nu. “After working with and 12 percent in MacCormack, who graduated in December 2005 from State University the field of higher education. the women, I decided that I wanted to Enrollment of New York College at Plattsburgh. “Of course, I didn’t know there even make working with collegians my career Management or Pictured at left, Brenda Roberts, Chi, was a field, but she explained it to me and and not just volunteer work,” she said. Admissions. at commencement 2005 with Sandy Roecker and Heidi Bolt, who now here I am working professionally with “It is really because of Tri Sigma that I Of the Tri Sigmas received masters degrees in fraternities and sororities,” she said. am in higher education,” said Kaye who responded to a educational leadership. While many Sigmas knew by the time Schendel, Gamma Phi, Director of Student survey about their Lethea Smith, Alpha Alpha, far right, they graduated that they wanted to work Activities at University of Wisconsin – careers, only one meeting with students at Concord University. in higher education, many others were LaCrosse. “Sigma opened the door for me, initially planned to undecided about their career goals until especially after having the experience as a work in higher education an opportunity arose that they couldn’t (leadership) consultant.” when she entered college. pass up. And yet, for several Sigmas, higher Of the Sigmas currently working on “I was working as a Summer education is a second career. college campuses, their Bachelor’s degrees Orientation Leader immediately following April Heasley, Alpha Alpha, is a full- are in the following areas: Education, 22 college graduation, and several time real estate agent who also is an percent; Journalism or Communications, administrators suggested I apply to be a adjunct lecturer at Mountain State 22 percent; Psychology/Sociology/ Residence Hall Director,” said Allison University on the side. Anthropology, 19 percent; Business, 17

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Benefits and Rewards Others find it sometimes difficult to Among the benefits to a career in higher balance the hectic workload with their education, respondents said observing the personal life. personal and professional development of “The most challenging aspect is the students is the number one benefit. never-ending amount of work,” said Amanda Rainey, Beta Xi, worked in the Rainey. “There is always a new student area of student development before organization that needs advising, an event beginning her current job as Assistant that needs a sponsor, and a student that Director of Alumni Relations at St. Louis just needs to talk. It sometimes feels University. impossible to keep up with it all.” “The most rewarding thing was to Dr. Brenda Roberts, Chi, professor at watch a student grow and develop right Pittsburg State University, notes that before your eyes. It’s simply an amazing juggling a full teaching load with all of the transformation to watch a timid, additional responsibilities associated with a confused first-year student grow into a faculty position can be draining. confident, self-actualized senior,” she “Beyond teaching there are said. “Even more rewarding is to watch department, university, and community those upper-class students reach out and commitments and committees,” she said. help the newest students start their own “It’s also a challenge to stay current with path to discovery.” trends in the field of education (and Cruz agrees. “It’s inspiring to see the sometimes to stay positive).” transformation from a young wayward “It’s easy to get so involved in your job adolescent to a mature confident adult,” that you forget to do things outside of she said. “The best part is seeing students higher education,” Green agrees. find themselves and their place on campus “It is so important to know how to and in the world and knowing I played a separate yourself from your work, to have part in helping them do that.” healthy methods of stress management, “I enjoy working with students who are and to have supportive people in your experiencing independence for the first life,” Cruz said. time,” said Amy Wiggins, Zeta Delta, “Higher education is more of a Residence Director at Syracuse University. lifestyle,” said Beth Fisher, Zeta Rho, “I appreciate helping a student who is Assistant Director of Greek Life at experiencing transition, whether it is a Christopher Newport University. “If you positive or negative experience. It makes are going into this field, don’t expect the 9 my day when I watch a student find to 5, Monday through Friday schedule.” something they are passionate about.” But all of the Sigmas that participated Diedre Fajack, Gamma Psi, and Director of Alumni Programs, far left, in the survey agreed that it is possible to with student award winners, Joe Mills and Jeff Iker, and Diane Sticklen- have a happy and healthy lifetime career Jordan, Alumni Association President at Northern Kentucky University. Challenges in the Higher in higher education. Allison Swick-Duttine at The Shack Neighborhood House. She was Education “There are never enough hours in the joined by ten fraternity and sorority members selected for this annual event to tutor and play with the children. Many Tri Sigma higher education day, not enough money in the paycheck,” Kaye Schendel, Gamma Phi, conducting an educational professionals note that, while working said Kelly Jo Karnes, Pi, Assistant Director session on Dr. Seuss with students. with college students is frequently for Student Activities and Leadership at personally rewarding, several factors may . “But I love the percent; Miscellaneous Liberal Arts, 15 prevent this from being the ideal students that I work with every day.” percent; Sciences, 5 percent. profession for many. Jennifer Grim, Alpha Psi, Associate Hall Ninety-seven percent of these women “It can be challenging to give students Director at Indiana State University said, continued to pursue a Master’s degree. their money’s worth at a time when tuition “Seeing students overcome obstacles that Upon entering graduate school, 68 is skyrocketing and budgets are initially held them back is the most percent of respondents said they pursued dropping,” said Stein. “And if you want to exciting part of my job. I wouldn’t trade a Master’s degree in some type of Student get rich, go some place else!” that for all the money in the world.” Affairs or College Student Personnel program, 16 percent received graduate degrees in Education and Administration, 11 Tri Sigma Higher Education Clearinghouse percent received MBAs “My advice to those who are considering a career in higher education: Use and 5 percent obtained this huge Sigma network. Create opportunities.” other advanced graduate – Kara Miller, Epsilon Delta, Coordinator for Greek Affairs, University of Miami degrees. Only five percent of It’s coming in Summer 2006…. respondents have obtained • For those collegians who want advice about how to enter the field of higher education… advanced degrees, such as • For those graduate students who are looking for a mentor, for an internship, or for their first Ph.D. or Ed.D, although professional position… several are currently • For those professionals who are thinking about making a change in campus or want advice about enrolled in a doctoral how to advance... degree program. • For those senior level professionals who have experience to share and who are reenergized by mentoring new professionals… the Tri Sigma Higher Education Clearinghouse. For more information about how to become part of this program, contact Allison Swick-Duttine, Director of Programs, 3 at: [email protected]. Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:18 PM Page 4

I want to be my Greek Advisor when I Graduate… How to Pursue a Career in Higher Education By Allison Swick-Duttine, Psi, Director of Programs

Interested in a career in working with makes acting as a representative of the and values of fraternities and sororities, college students? Then begin with university much, much more challenging thus increasing our relevancy in a time researching a graduate degree. Most than if a student goes to another when other organizations are improving universities require applicants to institution for her graduate work. how they meet the demands we have have a Master’s degree in a student Moreover, staying at the same institution historically set.” – Dan Bureau, Assistant affairs program. affords the graduate no exposure to ‘new Dean of Students, University of Illinois – “Only in this type of program does an ways of thinking’ about institutional Urbana-Champaign interested scholar get exposure to the core operations, traditions, and methods.” “Read, listen and be a sponge. It’s knowledge in the field that applies to – Dr. Charles G. Eberly, Professor of important to read about students, learn working with students in higher Counseling and Student Development, about what makes them tick, and read education,” said Dr. Charles G. Eberly, Eastern Illinois University about the issues that affect college Professor of Counseling and Student “Think about the type of graduate students today. Reading historical Development at Eastern Illinois University. program you want (counseling-based, documents and articles may also help, as “That core knowledge includes all of the administrative-based, human development there is a lot to learn from history. It’s also student development theories, an theory-based, etc.). I know most important to listen to those that have understanding of the workings of an don’t think of this (I did not come before you, to the students that institution of higher education, an when I was choosing my program) but this you’ll be working with, and your appreciation for the history and philosophy will have an impact on what they colleagues.” – Monica Miranda Smalls, of higher education, and the inter- and concentrate on during their first Director of Fraternity and Sorority Affairs, intra-personal skills needed to effectively professional position.” – Dr. Ron Binder, University of Rochester work with students, other administrators, Associate Director of Residence Life & “Use your Sigma skills. So often the faculty members, and alumni.” Director of Greek Affairs, Bowling Green things I did and do as a Sigma volunteer If you are interested in a career in State University come into play in my job.” – Jan Horner, higher education, particularly student Beta Xi, Coordinator of Graduate affairs, consider the following tips from Get a Graduate Assistantship! Education, Maryville University those who work on college campuses: “The best opportunity I have had to learn “Be courageous – there are times you and network was through a graduate will have to step into unfamiliar territory. Preparing as an Undergraduate assistantship. And an added bonus was Know that you can do it and you will learn “Get involved on your campus now so that my tuition was fully paid.” – Michael much in the process. Be a lifelong that you can get to know those positions Pitaro, Residence Hall Director, learner.” – Dr. Brenda Roberts, Assistant you want to work in later. Networking is SUNY–Plattsburgh Professor of Special Services and huge in the world of higher education. By Leadership Studies, Pittsburg State University getting involved and getting to know the Find a Mentor (or Two) professionals in the business, you “My advice is to find what you are “Find a great mentor and soak up his/her passionate about and strive for a job in accomplish two goals at once.” – Christian expertise. Higher Education is a relatively Cruce, Alpha Chi, Admissions Counselor, that area. I have too many friends who are small field with caring people. You can not satisfied with their jobs. I love my job always find someone who knows someone “Serve on regional and national and enjoy coming to work each day.” who knows someone.” – Shana – Lisa Pinamonti Kress, Chi, Director of conference staffs, attend drive-in Warkentine Meyer, Pi, Assistant Director of conferences, or conduct internships at Admissions and Scholarships, University College Advancement for Student Life, of Kansas other institutions.” – Travis Apgar, Kansas State University–Salina Associate Dean of Students, Rensselaer “Seek out two or three experienced Polytechnic Institute For more information about careers in higher and knowledgeable professionals in the education, utilize the Sigmas in Higher Education “Arrange an undergraduate internship field, ideally with different background, Clearinghouse or visit the following websites: in the office in which you are interested. experiences, etc. that can serve as Many offices could use volunteer help with mentors. Each school has its own methods AACU – Association of American Colleges and special projects. The important thing is to of operation, political scene, and unique Universities www.aacu-edu.org be assigned more than clerical type characteristics. Having access to a variety tasks.” – Doug Case, Coordinator of of experiences would be beneficial to ACE – American Council of Education Fraternity and Sorority Life, San Diego students as they develop their professional www.acenet.edu State University style.” – Travis Apgar, Associate Dean of ACPA – American College Personnel Association Students, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute www.acpa.nche.edu Searching for Graduate The Chronicle of Higher Education Programs Other Practical Tips www.chronicle.com “I recommend that students leave their “(If you are interested in professional undergraduate institution and go to fraternity/sorority advising), I encourage Higher Education Research Hub another for graduate work. Students who (you) to get into the field for the right www.higher-ed.org stay at the same institution from which reasons. We don’t really need more people NASPA, Student Affairs Administrators in Higher they graduated interact with passionate about planning the perfect Education undergraduate students who a year ago event, but we truly need people www.naspa.org were their ‘buddies.’ That ‘baggage’ passionate about advancing the mission 4 Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:18 PM Page 5

Working to Regain Normalcy Gamma Mu Chapter Rebuilding Their Homes While Helping Others By Jessica Malinski, Gamma Mu

New Orleans has been named a place to party and a city shaped like a bowl and is known worldwide as “The Big Easy,” but it takes a lot of words to try to describe such a historical place that people just call home. Although Katrina has turned the city of New Orleans and all surrounding areas into a “war zone,” leaving many people homeless and hopeless, more than eight months after the storm residents are just trying to get back to normal. Jamie Godofsky, President of Gammu Mu Chapter, lived in her house in Slidell for 22 years before Hurricane Katrina. Godofsky evacuated with her family to Baton Rouge and returned to Slidell four days after the storm. She had some idea what to expect because her dad returned earlier that week and tried to explain the condition of their house. “It was hard to put the words I heard from my dad to what I actually saw when I returned that day,” Godofsky said. Slidell was completely devastated, and there was a sense of emptiness when she returned. The neighborhood streets were blocked with trees that she had to climb over just to get a glimpse of the remains of her home. Godofsky walked into a house with floating furniture, a collapsing attic, and mold beginning to grow. During the storm four and a half feet of water gushed into her room, but now all that was left was mud covering the floor and walls. Godofsky was able to retrieve some clothes from her closet, pictures from the walls and collectables from high shelves, but photo albums created since the day she was born were covered in sludge and mildew. Her family was unable to begin work on their house until just recently, due to the death of her mother. Although they are rebuilding, for Jamie all the sentimental value is gone. “When I return home it is not the same,” she said. “It feels empty, and I think of it now as just another place.” Recently, the roof was finished, and contractors have started to sheetrock the entire house. Since the storm changed their lives the Godofsky family relocated but is Jamie Godofsky’s new roof in the process of being replaced. planning to return. Jamie’s front yard covered in plywood to fix the side of her house where a tree landed. “At first, I thought the hurricane was the worst experience I ever went through,” Pictured from left to right: Jessica Malinski, Jamie Godofsky, and she said, ”until I lost my mom. Everything lost in the hurricane were material things Lindsey Dillon, and Lindsay’s dog, Lacey posing in front of Lindsey’s that can be replaced.” trailer, her home until her house is repaired and livable. Even though she will be returning home, it is just a roof over her head where her family has to restart their lives, she explained. Amanda Barth is a graduating senior at Southeastern Parish was sparse, Barth and her family were able to return Louisiana University and member of the Gamma Mu Chapter. home for the first time. She was born and raised in Meraux in St. Bernard Parish. Her “There are no words in the English dictionary that could family evacuated to Mississippi with only a change of clothes describe the devastation, destruction and desertion I saw when and planned to return two days later. I re-entered St. Bernard.” Barth explained. “It was like mud, “I didn’t pack anything of importance because I am so water and debris were thrown into my house, shaken around familiar with evacuating for every storm,” Barth said. ”It and left to sit for weeks.” Furniture was moved everywhere, sounded routine to me.” and the wood floor was so swollen they couldn’t prop open She remembers listening to the radio and giving her mom a any doors.” high-five sign because the storm had passed and everything Holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas just weren’t the seemed to be okay. Then the worst thing imaginable same last year, yet Barth recalls getting the greatest Christmas happened: the levees broke just down the street from her present ever. When her family returned to St. Bernard for the house! About six weeks after the storm hit, not really knowing first time, her mom salvaged what pictures she could and asked what to expect because the media coverage of St. Bernard relatives to make copies of the ones that didn’t make it

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continues from page 5 Ann Williams, , through the storm. For Christmas each daughter was given a remade photo album and a camera to make new memories. New Orleans Alumnae Chapter, Barth returned a second time but this time with Sorority Past National President writes: Sisters Alicia White-Breaux and Brittani Coco for the local Mardi Gras parade, Knights of Nemesis. She was shocked to see such “While I was blessed with little or no a crowd! A sense of community and a positive presence were in the atmosphere leaving residents to believe that St. Bernard problems because of Katrina, my family Parish will come back even stronger than before. wasn’t as lucky. My siblings and I own my “Even though my house was completely gutted with no 88-year-old stepmother’s house, and it walls, ceiling or doors, and you could literally stand in one spot and see every room, I felt at peace because I was there and it flooded. All of my four siblings either was HOME,” she said emphatically. Her family has relocated to flooded or had children who were flooded, Baton Rouge, however, and does not have plans to rebuild in St. Bernard. so I am the one who is taking care of my As for other members of Gamma Mu, Melissa Cannino and stepmother’s house. Since over 75,000 Blaire Bolton took time out of their busy schedules to volunteer for “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” which rebuilt a church other people are having the same in New Orleans. problem, I spend all of my spare time “It was satisfying helping a church rebuild after the hurricane,” Cannino said. “The name and location of the trying to line up electricians, contractors, church will be revealed when the show is aired mid-March. etc. You wouldn’t believe how difficult The Gamma Mu Chapter has gone through an emotional six months, but the Sisters are slowly getting back to normal. They that is! Approximately 175,000 houses look forward to the future and take joy in helping to rebuild were extensively damaged or destroyed in affected areas that they call home. the greater New Orleans area.”

What's Next In New Orleans? By Mandy Meehan Chocheles, Gamma Eta

For anyone who has a TV set or a their old neighborhoods. One longtime their lives and keep Sigma a part of computer with Internet access, what’s member is still relocated in Mississippi those lives. happening in New Orleans now, more because her husband’s business moved Plans are underway for a crawfish than eight months after Hurricane there; they don’t know whether they party in late spring; hopefully, the Katrina, has been well documented. will be returning to the city in the “mudbugs” will not have suffered too The coinciding of Mardi Gras 2006 and future. Several members have seen much with a summer of drought and the half-year anniversary of the storm their grown children relocate to other too much salt water from the made for a media bonanza. cities or watched them lose almost hurricane. Invitations went out for the Representatives from every TV everything to the floodwaters. One chapter’s 60th anniversary celebration network, radio station and print alumna took an unexpected early at Founders Day, allowing plenty of publication seemed to be here. With retirement from teaching to care for time because of mail service that can backgrounds being filmed such as still- her daughter’s youngest child and two still be slow. In fact, alumnae from the devastated neighborhoods, as well as little friends; all their moms taught at chapter in Baton Rouge — where Carnival parades and masked riders, the same school, and sent them to the many New Orleanians spent their the country got a good view of what same babysitter who lost her house evacuation time — will be attending New Orleans is like today: slow to and moved out of town. So “Grammy” the luncheon this year. There should be recover, but strong in spirit. stepped in! plenty of stories exchanged that day And that also tells the story of Absolutely everyone has had the between Sigma Sisters! most of the residents here, including “adventure” of waiting for contractors, If nothing else, Hurricane Katrina the New Orleans alumnae and insurance adjusters, roofers, and FEMA has made everyone realize how their families. to get their homes repaired or restored. precious life is, how quickly material Members who lost their homes are But, as the song says, “Life goes possessions can disappear, and how just now deciding to either move on to on!” and that’s what the New Orleans important family and friends — and newer houses or to bravely rebuild in alumnae are trying to do: get on with Sigma Sisters — are above all. 6 Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:18 PM Page 7

Linda Porter Reconnects with Sigma

When Linda Hunter school during my Panhellenic and as past board Porter joined Sigma’s Alpha years. I replied by e- member/scholarship chairman of the Epsilon Chapter at mail to her the same Houston Alumnae Panhellenic Foundation. Northwest Missouri State day, and that evening Because she was vice president of her University in the 1960s, she called and we own alumnae chapter in Houston, she she had no idea she’d be a talked for over an attended the Alumnae Collegiate Advisory Sigma for life. hour. We hadn’t been Committee meeting (ACAC) at Walton “I joined because Alpha in touch for about 40 House when her chapter was an award Epsilon was the best years,” she says. winner. sorority on my campus. Their conversation “There I met past Sigma President Mary Everybody wanted to be a led to Alpha Epsilon’s Barbee, picked up her enthusiasm for the Sigma. Alpha Epsilon was, “Sizzling Sixties Sigma Foundation and I was hooked,” and still is, the best at Sigmas,” who every Linda says. Northwest. I’ve always two years have She became a Foundation Board liked being part of a reunions — each one member and currently serves as treasurer. winning team,” she says. bigger and better. She realized that the future of the She met her husband, Bob, in the “We started with 12 attending the first Foundation was very important to her. eighth grade. “We had one date playing year, then 30, and last fall had almost 60 Linda liked what she saw the Foundation miniature golf,” she says. “Our second women in Kansas City,” Linda says. doing: supporting the Sisterhood by was when I was a junior in college!” “Reconnecting with my Alpha Epsilon funding leadership training opportunities After graduation she married and Sisters has been a blessing in my life.” and scholarships, and supporting children taught for a while, then took time off to Outside of the reunions she and Bob through the RPM funding of play raise her two daughters. She says, “When formed relationships again with her old therapy/child life programs. it was time to go back to work, I realized I friends: vacationing with John and Donna “Bob and I were updating our will, so wasn’t meant to be confined in a Friend Spencer in San Francisco, sharing — since we were paying the high-priced classroom all day so I chose sales and holidays with Dave and Tegwin Dyer Pulley attorney anyway — it seemed like the marketing and loved it.” in Dallas, and enjoying home-town time right time to make sure the Foundation Sigma wasn’t really part of Linda’s life with Mike and Ronda Kelly Meierhoffer in was mentioned in our estate plans. I want until she retired nine years go. “I joined St. Joseph, MO. Linda’s sister, Sally Hunter to see the money we worked so hard for the Houston Alumnae Chapter to make Williams of Scottsdale, Arizona, is also a benefit not only our family but also the some friends who weren’t from work and Sigma in the Phoenix Alumnae Chapter. organizations that have been important to those friendships have really blossomed. Linda’s volunteer work includes being a us,” Linda says. My involvement has also given me a St. Stephen Minister, prayer chain Chairman To add the Foundation to your estate plans, as Linda number of young friends; I love their and Bible study discussion leader at her did, contact your attorney. Remember, the full name weddings and baby showers!” she says. church. She’s also a sustaining member of of the Foundation is Sigma Sigma Sigma the Houston Junior League. Then, about five years ago, Linda received Foundation, located at 225 N. Muhlenberg St., an Alpha Epsilon Chapter newsletter. But her Sigma connections led her to Woodstock, VA 22664. Making the Foundation part “Jane Stoner Ernst had put a little note even more active involvement in alumnae of your will could be as simple as adding a codicil in asking to hear from others who were in life as treasurer of the Houston Alumnae and could bring estate tax benefits for your heirs. Carrie Helps Locate Sigmas

Carrie Underwood, , and our American Idol, is assisting the Tri Sigma Foundation with a special promotion to locate contact information for Sisters and to update our email records so that we can communicate more effectively with alumnae. If you haven’t already received this special e-mail, when it does reach your mail box be sure to forward it to Sisters you know. A drop down menu listing Sisters from your college and era will appear. For every e-mail forwarded to another member, Foundation Board Member SAM! Farrell, Epsilon Theta, will donate $1 to the Foundation. Additionally, everyone who fowards the message will be entered into a drawing for a beautiful Tiffany & Co. necklace, donated by Bonnie Rainey, Alpha Sigma. The 10 Sigmas who forward the message on to the most alumnae will receive Carrie Underwood’s debut CD, Some Hearts. 7 Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:19 PM Page 8 Our Foundation

Do You Suffer from “Bag-Lady Syndrome?” Maybe you know her. On the surface, our Sigma has it all: independent wealth, an architecturally-designed house in an exclusive suburb, two college degrees, and a husband who’s vice president of a major corporation.

as not being able to pay for health care, Her fears might be valid, even if she But inside, this alumna suffers from not having discretionary income, running certainly won't become homeless. What, “bag-lady syndrome,” an unwarranted out of money when they’re old, and losing then, can she do about these nightmares? fear many women share that, even though their jobs and their independent livelihood. “Take control of your finances,” says they have substantial assets, their financial News media encourage these fears. Solberg. “Psychologically, women have security could disappear in a heartbeat, Headlines tout “Health Care Crisis,” what it takes when it comes to investing leaving them homeless, penniless “Stock Market Declines,” “Social Security and learning about finances.” and destitute. in Trouble.” A woman with 'bag-lady Solberg suggests that a woman work The phobia doesn’t stop with one’s syndrome' reads these, and her panic with a financial advisor whom she trusts social or economic class. Even Lily Tomlin, about her financial future escalates. and that she try to do the following, no Gloria Steinem, Shirley MacLaine and Katie Statistics are on the side of the matter where she is in life or what her Couric all admit to having this fear in their worriers. When women look at their lives, financial situation: anxiety closet. they see that, on average, women still Women who suffer from this syndrome • Set financial goals — what will it take to earn less than their male counterparts. may not actually worry about make her feel secure? Look at the “More than 25 percent of working homelessness. They list their major qualms numbers clearly. Ask for explanations. women are employed in part-time • Do homework before making financial positions,” says Earl Solberg, senior vice decisions or plans — take time to learn ∑∑∑ FOUNDATION president-investments at Wachovia about the strategy being suggested and be sure to be comfortable and in HERITAGE SOCIETY Securities and financial manager of the agreement with it. Sigma Sigma Sigma Foundation’s • Admit what she doesn’t completely The Foundation recognizes with pleasure and thanks investment funds. these alumnae who notified the office that the understand and ask questions. That’s Foundation is part of their estate plans: “Women typically have fewer working what professionals do. years to fund their retirement accounts • Don’t hesitate to ask for help along Catherine Duffin Albright, Chi the way. Mary K. Barbee, Iota because of time spent out of the work force Marie Schrag Beck, Beta Upsilon to care for children, parents or other family The more women learn about finances Suzan Rome Bosarge, Gamma Mu members. Wachovia research shows that and feel comfortable controlling their Juliana Marie Brown, Beta Tau average time off for women is 11.5 years, Pauline Millington Childers, Sigma money, the fewer nightmares they’ll have. Rayna Beitzel Coleman, Alpha Alpha compared to 16 months for men,” he says. If your advisors aren’t giving you answers Emily Eure Ellis, Gamma Beta But even these facts don't explain why that allay your fears, get a second opinion. Margaret Jo Gamble, Alpha Sigma some women see financial disaster over Few women would buy a house without Virginia Solenberger Hickman, Alpha Delta their shoulders and others don't. Elizabeth Wakeman Hoffert, Beta Xi looking at many neighborhoods. Janet Stroker Horner, Beta Xi According to Money Central The Sigma Foundation has advice, too: Marilynn Schmitt Kinsella, Alpha Xi (www.moneycentral.msn.com) this Become involved philanthropically! You’d Emily Lewis Lee, Alpha Upsilon irrational fear usually haunts women left be surprised how giving away money frees Linda Marie Manley-Kuitu, Epsilon Rho out of big-picture financial planning and Nancy Ellen Marks McCullough, Beta Beta a woman’s thinking. As women decide Christi Jones-McNeill, Delta Pi investing. In the past, women typically which gifts to make and which charities to Dee Ann Myers McConville, Beta Gamma were dependent on friends who worked in choose for their contributions, they see Nancy Strom McGowan, Kappa these fields or spouses to advise them. how much good they can do without RoseMarie Merritt Mirabella, Alpha Upsilon They took advice and didn’t bother to Linda Hunter Porter, Alpha Epsilon affecting their financial health. Bonnie Rainey, Alpha Sigma question decisions. Our Sigma woman agrees. She’s on Leslie Podboy Roods, Rho Our Sigma sufferer says the disparity in the way to feeling good about her Barbara Wolfe Shenk, Alpha Upsilon men-women life expectancies particularly financial future. Tracy Maurer Sary, Gamma Beta troubles her. Brenna Margaret Mary Spillane, Gamma Xi “My giving back and doing volunteer Ann Buchler Williams, Gamma Eta “My husband is ten years older than I work is really my medicine for 'bag-lady Phyllis Smay Wright, Alpha Kappa am, and I’m supposed to live seven years syndrome',” she laughs. And then she To place the Foundation in your will or other estate planning vehicle, longer anyway, so now I’m looking at adds, “If these ideas still don’t work to please remember that our legal name is Sigma Sigma Sigma being alone, by myself, taking care of cure your worries, consider remembering Foundation, and our address is 225 N. Muhlenberg St., Woodstock, myself, for 15 years at least. How am I your favorite charities in your will. After VA 22664. Including the Foundation in your estate may, in some going to pay for that?” she questions. cases, result in estate tax benefits. all, you really can’t take it with you!”

The many ways to remember the Foundation… The majority of Foundation Heritage Society members have named the Foundation in their wills. But there are other ways to join the Society and remember the Foundation: Brenna Spillane, Gamma Watch your mail for details! Xi, named the Foundation as one of the beneficiaries of her You’ll soon receive information about Sigma’s new alumnae directory in the company’s life insurance policy and 401(K) plan. Cathy Duffin Albright, Chi, purchased a life insurance policy which the mail. Make sure you’re in the book, which will be published next spring. Foundation owns. Every year she pays the premium, which is a tax- • Reconnect with long-lost friends • Identify Sisters in your community deductible donation for her. For information about these and other planned giving instruments, call Foundation Executive Director • Plug into Sigma’s career network Nancy Craig at 570-473-3609 or email her: [email protected] Direct your questions to the Foundation office: 540.459.4212 or: 8 [email protected] Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:19 PM Page 9 Our Foundation

The EssentialEssential SigmaSigma PROGRAM By Kristin Page Medley, Pi, Membership Education Coordinator

Sigmas in the Northeast gathered for Essential Sigma Training in January and included: Epsilon Chi, Zeta Omicron, Epsilon Upsilon, The implementation of the award winning Essential Sigma Program is progressing Zeta Kappa, Zeta Rho, Zeta Upsilon, Zeta Delta, and Beta Delta. Joining them were several CCs and CAs. and all chapters should be on the program by the end of 2007! In the fall term of 2005 Tri Sigma introduced the Essential Sigma Program to the first group of chapters after the successful pilot was completed. The chapters in the Midwest region were Congratulations to the trained in two “drive-in” sessions before school began for the fall term. Each chapter in the Midwest was assigned an Essential Sigma Program Consultant to assist the Essential Sigma Team! women with the implementation and to be an additional resource for any questions By Donna Ragsdale Dunn or issues that they were experiencing as it related to Essential Sigma. As with the pilot phase of the program, this implementation was very successful! Congratulations to Kelly Jo Karnes, Ellen The spring term of 2006 introduced the Essential Sigma Program to the chapters in Shertzer, Chris Smithhisler and all those who the Northeast. Three “drive-in” trainings were held to get the chapter women up to worked on the Essential Sigma Program! The speed on the program and to take back the necessary tools needed for Sorority received the prestigious Excellence in implementation in their chapters. Currently, the implementation of Essential Sigma in Educational Programming Award at the these chapters is going very well. The women are embracing the changes and open to Association of Fraternity Advisors (AFA) the new programming and leadership opportunities, which are built into the program. Awards Luncheon at the Annual Meeting in Atlanta, GA, in December. The next step to implementing the Essential Sigma Program will take place at the The purpose of the Excellence in Dunham Leadership Institute in June 2006 in Chicago, IL. At the DLI the Collegiate Educational Programming Award is to Department National Officers will be thoroughly trained on the Essential Sigma recognize new and innovative programs Program. More trained volunteers will enable the Sorority to better serve the chapters that are created by the general currently on the program and those who will implement it in the future. By having fraternity/sorority headquarters and/or properly trained National Officers, Essential Sigma can remain effective within the foundations for use at the chapter level. chapters during crucial officer transitions in the fall. Additionally, chapters interested Fraternal organizations may not receive in implementing the program immediately may participate in an optional Essential the award more than once for the same Sigma training at the DLI. program in a three-year cycle. After the National Officers are trained, Tri Sigma will begin implementing Essential Kelly Jo and Ellen applied for this award after working on Essential Sigma for the Sigma with the remaining chapters and colonies over the next 18 months starting last three years. This comprehensive with the fall 2006 term. The goal is to be able to train entire chapters at one time by membership education program focuses having trained facilitators arrive on campus to explain the program in addition to on our core values of friendship, character, regional “drive-in” opportunities. and conduct. The feedback from the pilot chapters and the newly implemented chapters has Essential Sigma was developed by a been positive. This program provides something for everyone throughout their time in small committee, beginning in March of the Sorority and offers valuable “real world” programming the women have 2003. From there, Tri Sigma hired Chris appreciated. To gauge the effectiveness of the Essential Sigma Program, Tri Sigma is Smithhisler and her company, “All Things developing an assessment tool to measure the overall impact the program has on the Possible,” to write the curriculum. Ellen membership experience and how it has affected chapter performance. The Essential and Kelly Jo worked directly with Chris on the vision for the program, what they Sigma Program Consultants are submitting monthly reports that provide excellent wanted to accomplish, and how this could information about what is working and what isn’t within the chapters on the help Tri Sigma. Innova Ideas and Solutions program. This feedback will be utilized in future program enhancements. worked on the design and production of The Essential Sigma program is managed by three Membership Education the program and facilitator manual. Coordinators: Ellen Shertzer, Kristin Medley and Kelly Jo Karnes. Please feel to contact Tri Sigma competed with a number of them with any questions about Essential Sigma or about becoming an Essential Sigma other outstanding interfraternal programs Program Consultant. As the implementation progresses, there will be opportunities for for this prestigious award. Funded by the more volunteers. Additionally, many alumnae are needed at the local level to serve as Tri Sigma Foundation, the Essential Sigma mentors and educational program facilitators. program is considered cutting edge in the fraternal world. For more information on the Essential Sigma program, go to: www.sigmasigmasigma.org 9 Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:19 PM Page 10

“Women of Vision, Women of Action” 59th Biennial Session National Panhellenic By Sue Zorichak, Conference Alpha , 2nd alternate delegate, NPC succeed,” contains the components of a Publications Committee Chairman “who we are” narrative, five value and Linda Manley-Kuitu, Epsilon messages, anchor messages and proof A woman of vision, Rho, National Panhellenic points that support the value messages. A a woman of action Conference Delegate “PR toolkit” for all members will be Women in Higher Education available later in 2006. Achievement Award NPC’s new strategic plan was presented More than 200 women of vision and by Long Range Planning Committee Karen Holbrook, Ph.D., Gamma , action convened at the Woodlands Chairman Josette George Kaufman, Phi received the 2003-2005 Women in Higher Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Sigma Sigma, and adopted by the Education Achievement Award. She was Center just north of Houston Oct. 21-22, Conference during the general session. named president of The Ohio State 2005, for the 59th biennial session of the University in 2002, where she continues to National Panhellenic Conference. Sigma NPC in D.C. teach internal medicine, dermatology, cell Sigma Sigma’s delegation included NPC Kevin O’Neill, , an biology and physiology. Dr. Holbrook Delegate, Linda Manley-Kuitu; National attorney with a Washington D.C.-based received her bachelor’s and master’s President, Laura Sweet; Alternate law firm Patton Boggs, took the degrees at the University of Wisconsin- Delegates, Natalie Averette, Phyllis Prange, Conference on a whirlwind tour of the and Emily Ellis; and former Executive Greek agenda in Washington. “Congress Madison, and her Ph.D. in biological Director, Molly Schroeder. Also in should see the ruthless efficiency by which structure from the University of Washington attendance was Debra Wilcox, Sigma we [NPC] get things done,” he said. Medical School. Sigma Sigma Foundation Chairman, who He touched on the firm’s involvement Dr. Holbrook, the featured speaker serves on the NPC Foundation. In in Greek government relations; the during the Alumnae Awards luncheon, told conjunction with the Biennial Session, components of the Greek government attendees that she’s “happy to be with Barbara Bonapfel, Housing Director, and relations program; the Capital Fraternal women for whom achievement is the Ann Monroe, Housing Coordinator Caucus/Congressional Fraternal Caucus; norm.” She focused her remarks on all the attended a housing conference. the formation of the Fraternity and ways Greeks make a difference on Refining and voting on the Conference Sorority Political Action Committee; “Go campuses and looks forward to the day public relations plan and strategic plan Vote 06”; the Collegiate Housing and took center stage during the session. In Infrastructure Act; the Higher Education when females are recognized for their addition, seven resolutions were presented Reauthorization Act; the College Fire efforts as people rather than as women. and passed (see sidebar). Prevention Act; the Hazing Prohibition Act; “Women have to go to extra lengths to In her state of the Conference address, “grassroots” and “grass tops” campaigns; prove ourselves,” she said. “In the future, NPC Chairman Martha Brown employed a and plans for the 2006 congressional visit. [our accomplishments] will be more natural series of headlines to illustrate the NPC and less celebrated.” news-making events each month of the Committee Business The Women in Higher Education biennium, including “Judy Woodruff Outside the general sessions delegation Featured Speaker for NPC’s Distinguished Achievement Award endowment was members conducted committee business. Lecturer Program,” “227 Visits to House and established by Sigma Sigma Sigma and the During two joint Alumnae Panhellenic and Senate Office by NPC and NIC Leaders,” National Panhellenic Conference College Panhellenic committee meetings, “NPC Board of Directors Launches a Foundation. Dr. Holbrook intends to donate members discussed several timely topics Strategic Planning Process,” and “NPC Co- the award money to The Ohio State including recruitment and the new release Sponsors National Hazing Symposium.” figures method led by Rie Hoehner, University College Panhellenic. “These headlines and brief comments , and Laura Malley- cannot begin to describe the actual work Schmitt, Alpha Phi, the Facebook that has gone into meetings, programs, phenomenon and travel and preparation done by our NPC teaching and volunteers as they have performed their reinforcing ethical committee assignments in the true spirit of behavior. Panhellenic helpfulness and cooperation for the Conference,“ Brown noted.

Tri Sigmas attending Grow, give, lead, succeed the NPC Biennial The NPC messages and positioning Session in Houston, TX, pictured, back row platform, with a positioning pitch of left to right: Linda “Helping women grow, give, lead and Manley-Kuitu, Epsilon Rho; Emily Ellis, Gamma Beta; Molly Schroeder, Chi; Natalie Averette, Gamma Beta. Front row: Deb Wilcox, Iota ; Laura 10 Sweet, Alpha Sigma; and Phyllis Prange, Gamma Alpha. EmpoweredWomen 11 was The Triangle would like to catch up would like Triangle The Pauline Millington Childers She studied elementary education at Pauline taught 4th, 5th, and 6th Editor’s Note: Editor’s Sigmas to share the with these two extraordinary stories and perspectives of two lives well-lived. Look for more about them in the fall issue. and enjoys playing bridge, reading, and enjoys playing bridge, dancing — and walking and ballroom especially getting a manicure and pedicure! CO. born on January 26, 1906 in Victor, Western State in Gunnison, and belonged to the Athenians, a literary sorority that emerged as the first group on campus. The Sigma Chapter of Sigma and the in 1925 Sigma Sigma chartered Lee initiated by Mabel members were fondly. whom Pauline recalls Walton, grade music for 35 years in the Denver school system. Widowed at a young age, she married a second time and enjoys her two stepsons. She joined the Denver Alumnae Chapter in 1929 including and has held several offices, She is a Golden Violet, President. a 50-year pin, and was awarded received a 75-year membership certificate. a week, she also times three Exercising pinochle, and enjoys plays bridge, poker, entertaining friends. Life in which Tri was born on July for Carrie More Kudos More Kudos Oklahoma Today . This philosophy has clearly birthdays. th arrie Underwood was named wo Sigmas have reached an wo Sigmas have reached Copies of the magazine may be Louise Fraser Hutt a book, At age 90, Louise wrote 11. Antoinette served as Panhellenic Council President in 1959 and graduated the as Panhellenic Council President 11. Antoinette served College. trustee and benefactor of the is a former Drexel Her husband, Ray, same year. extraordinary milestone celebrating their milestone celebrating extraordinary 100 “Oklahoman of the Year” on its 50th “Oklahoman of the Year” She was anniversary of the honor. in featured Sigma was mentioned. by calling 1-800-777-1793. They ordered 50 cents each. are C T Centenarians Celebrate!! Centenarians 3, 1905 in Buffalo, NY. She was initiated NY. 3, 1905 in Buffalo, into Zeta Chapter on April 5, 1923 at After College in Buffalo. State Teachers she degree, a primary teacher’s receiving taught second grade for two years. She married Lester Ralph Hutt in November 1928, and the couple raised three is grandmother to Louise Today children. to 25. 12, and and great-grandmother is for Living enabled her to look far younger her 100 years! She played golf well into her 90s, 11 , which . Item 3 on The Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts and Design (CoMAD) was dedicated on Friday, November on Friday, Arts and Design (CoMAD) was dedicated College of Media The Antoinette Westphal ast fall, the late Antoinette Passo Westphal, Alpha Delta, joined the ranks of many distinguished Delta, joined the ranks Alpha Westphal, late Antoinette Passo ast fall, the Antoinette Westphal College Of Media Arts & Design Dedicated & Design Of Media Arts College Westphal Antoinette L fraternity/sorority alumni of who have had buildings/schools/rooms named for them at Drexel named who have had buildings/schools/rooms University fraternity/sorority alumni of Drexel including her husband, Ray Westphal. University, PM Page Page PM 19 “The National : “The National 1 “NPC reaffirms that a “NPC reaffirms

“Where quota range is used, “Where 6/6/06

, College Panhellenic Association Judicial Panhellenic Conference exists to promote Panhellenic Conference the values of and to serve as an advocate in collaboration with for its member groups those members, campuses and communities.” encompasses the years 2005-2010. VII “Judicial #4 Appeals, A to read: Procedures Decision. A decision by the College Board may Panhellenic Association Judicial Board be appealed by any involved party to the NPC College Panhellenics Judicial Appeals chairman. An appeal shall be filed with the using the College Panhellenic president College Panhellenic Notice of Appeal form within one week of the decision.” for quota addition placement Panhellenic Conference will be the premier Panhellenic Conference advocacy and support organization for its College and members, member groups, of Alumnae Panhellenics and a proponent fraternity membership.” women’s Page MR-57 of the Manual of Information, 14th Edition, shall be deleted in its entirety with the following: “This and replaced shall never include a woman procedure who has failed to accept or attend any was event for which there recruitment in her membership recruitment room or partially schedule (with a fully structured or has failed to list recruitment), structured acceptance on her membership recruitment all fraternityagreement appearing chapters schedule.” on her preference of quota: quota shall be determined by mutual of the Panhellenic advisor and agreement specialist or the figures either the release advisor.” NPC area chapter bid lists: fraternity an should be willing to issue invitation to membership to any woman who is invited [to] and attends its that event; and NPC reaffirms preference the name of every woman whom a fraternity attends invites to attend and who event should preference that fraternity’s bid list.” appear on the fraternity’s 2006 3. Adoption of the strategic plan 4. Amendment to Unanimous Agreement 5. Eligibility of potential new members 2. Mission statement: 6. the setting making regarding Decision 7. attendees on Inclusion of preference 1. Vision statement: A Resolute Body A Resolute passed Conference The National Panhellenic that have since been seven resolutions and collegiate distributed to all alumnae chapter Panhellenic representatives. ng i Spr Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:19 PM Page 12 Empowered

Sandie Ramsden Recognized by Panhellenic Women

Sandie Ford Ramsden, Beta Gamma, and Pinellas County Alumnae Chapter, was presented with the annual Clearwater Alumnae Panhellenic AFA Awards Achievement Award on May 14, 2005 at their annual meeting where she was honored for her Tri Sigma and Sigma volunteers came home outstanding volunteerism in the community, her from the Association of Fraternity Advisors annual sorority, and Panhellenic. meeting with some extra baggage. And not just The list of her accomplishments is extensive. As a collegian she served any old souvenirs and trinkets. as Vice President of Beta Gamma and pledge program manager. She has The Essential Sigma Program was awarded the served in various offices and chairmanships in six alumnae chapters — Excellence in Educational Programming Award. two in Indiana and Oklahoma, and in Texas and Illinois — before moving College Panhellenic Chairman Kaye Schendel was to Florida. For 10 years she has served as Pinellas County Alumnae awarded the Center for the Study of the College Chapter Treasurer, was elected as alumnae chapter president, and was Fraternity Adele Williamson Master’s Thesis Award. awarded “Outstanding Alumnae of the Region” in 2002. This award was given to Kaye for her Master’s thesis, Sandie has attended four national Conventions, participated on a “A Qualitative Study of Values Congruence.” collegiate installation team, served as a national officer in a Collegiate In addition, Kelly Jo Karnes was awarded Regional Leadership School. As a national officer she served as State Day Volunteer of the Year for her work with the and Anniversaries Chairman for six years, and Chapter Programs Association of Fraternity Advisors. She will be the Chairman for three years. 2006 Convention Chair for AFA and was Her service to Panhellenic is extensive as well. She has been instrumental in preparing the programs offered at Clearwater Alumnae Panhellenic Delegate since 1998 and has served in the 2005 meeting. Clearwater Alumnae Panhellenic Officer rotations as Recording Secretary, It was Tri Sigma’s day. We are so fortunate to Treasurer, Vice President and President. She is also the Clearwater have these amazing women volunteering their Alumnae Panhellenic Yearbook Chairman. time and talents on Tri Sigma’s behalf! The resumé of Sandie Ford Ramsden’s leadership and activism in her Clearwater community is equally extensive and includes the Great Belleair Young Women’s Society, the Fine Arts Society auxiliary to the Gulf Coast Museum of Arts, the American Cancer Society, the Florida Women’s Sailing Association, the Clearwater Yacht Club Board of Directors, and St. Paul’s School PTA. Dorothy Maese Warfield Atkins Recieves SPIRIT Award

New Mexico Highlands (NMHU) University Alumni Association named Dorothy Maese Warfield Atkins the Spirit Award Winner in October 2005. The award is given to an alumnus who has donated personal time, interest, and funds to the Alumni Association. She was also recently named a Board Member of the Association. Beginning her education at NMHU, Dorothy was initiated into Tau Chapter on May 12, 1958. After a year she left college for the working world, then served a four-year enlistment with the U.S. Navy. She returned to NMHU earning a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education in 1960, followed by Masters Degree in Elementary Education and Counseling in 1973. Dorothy worked for four years with the Department of Public Welfare, and began her teaching career in 1964 when she moved with her husband and three sons to Ohio. In 1969 the family moved to New Mexico where she taught in the Santa Fe Public Schools until her retirement in 1988. She has contributed her leadership, energy and heart to civic groups and organizations in every community in which she has lived. AFA members (left to right) Lauren Moran, Gamma Rho, Collegiate Dorothy helped organize the MNHU Alumni “H” Club, and was asked Coordinator (placed in AFA Order of Omega case study contest); Cara to serve as the first Executive Secretary. She also led in the building of the Luyster, Alpha Beta, New Chapter Coordinator, Lorin Phillips, Alpha Upsilon, Interim Executive Director (received Order of Omega gradu- NMHU Hall of Honor, and was recently selected to serve on the NMHU ate fellowship). Alumni Board. Sigma Love to these extraordinary Sigma Sisters! AFA Volunteer of the Year Award Recipient, Kelly Jo Karnes, Pi. Kelly Jo also accepted the AFA Excellence in Educational Programming Award for the Essential Sigma Program. Kaye Schendel, Gamma Phi; Bethany Deines, Beta Kappa; and Kelly Jo 12 Karnes, Pi, holding awards Tri Sigma received at the AFA Annual meeting. Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:19 PM Page 13

from Woodstock By Molly Schroeder, Chi, Executive Director

How do you say goodbye to brave enough to make the tough make plans for tomorrow, and we will Farewellsomething that is a part of you? How decisions. greet each day with enthusiasm. do you acknowledge your Sisters for To my staff, thank you for making But just as our vows are for a doing what families do: offering me look good! Thank you for never lifetime, none of us can truly ever support, listening to your dreams and laughing out loud at my crazy ideas (at leave. Tri Sigma is a part of each of us, providing you with an opportunity to least in front of me). We have give back? Where should I start? accomplished so much and not once Maybe with thank you? did you say, “We can’t.” That is the Thank you to my Chi Sisters. I have ultimate in professionalism. I am so all of the letters you sent, wishing me proud of you! success and thanking me for looking And finally, to my Sisters, those out for you. I keep them tied with a special Sigmas that mean more to me purple ribbon next to the picture of the than you will ever know. Girls, I don’t officers I served with. have the words! Through laughter and To the collegians I have met, thank tears, failures and triumphs, you were you. You will accomplish great things a phone call away. Thank you for in your lives. Remember the grace and teaching me the most important thing skills that Tri Sigma provided you. We of all: Sigma isn’t a thing, an entity in are dependant on you to ensure that itself. It is no more or no less than the our future is healthy. Volunteer, women who wear our badge. contribute and make a difference in The lessons we are taught in our the life of a future Sigma. Ritual are not accomplished except in To the alumnae who make this relationship to our Sisters. We gain organization great, thank you! You wisdom through the advice and lessons continue to experience joy in Tri Sigma. we learn from each other. Our power In your potlucks and special comes from the positive influence we celebrations, the hours you have have in each others’ lives. Faith comes devoted have kept Sigma alive. Do you from within but is strengthened when remember promising to be a Sigma for those around us are faithful. Hope is life? Thank you for living that promise. the call that comes when you need it our family. How we celebrate Sigma To the AABs and Housing most, the knowledge that you are may change, but the celebration volunteers, thank you for doing what never truly alone. These gifts we give continues. We celebrate through at times seems like a thankless job. I each other come together in love, donations to the Foundation, through would have never left my desk, but for given freely but more precious that quiet conversations and lively, and your devotion. You deal with the ups gold. through all the laughter that comes and downs of chapter house life and And now, I must go. Just as each of with just spending times with very are there when mom and dad are not. your lives change and evolve, mine special friends. We couldn’t do it without you, and I does as well. I must look after myself, And so I will leave you with this can’t thank you enough! my career and my family just as I have final thought. Your family is made up To the National Officers, where do I looked after this house and our of the people you chose to have with start? Thank you for answering the beloved organization. Change is the you as your journey through life. To phone and always being there. Thank one constant and the hardest to each of you who have been with me you for doing one more favor, making prepare for. We will each do our best; on this journey I offer my thanks for one more call, one more visit. Thank that is all anyone can ask. We will sharing it with me. you for giving your time and being 13 Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:19 PM Page 14

Building Bricks for Walton House

Building a future for Walton House will happen brick by brick — literally. The Sorority has been offering bricks for members to order as a fundraiser for the long-term care of the National Headquarters. To date 188 bricks have been ordered, but 500 bricks will be Our First “Field Representatives” needed to complete the project. A landscape design was completed From Sigma Sigma Sigma: A Nancy was initiated into Psi chapter on for the grounds of Walton House, and Century of Sisterhood 1898-2001: March 4, 1951. She is a Lifetime Dues- the front walk and walkways around The name has changed — field paying Alumna. each side of the house have been secretary, field representative, chapter In 1957–1958 Margery Gepner designated as the Sisterhood Walk. consultant, and, most recently, Paxton, Alpha Chi, traveled for These existing walkways will be lined leadership consultant — but the job Sigma. Margery was initiated into the with commemorative bricks featuring has remained the same. Alpha Chi chapter, Murray State the names of Tri Sigma founders, past When it became increasingly important University on May 14, 1955. presidents, collegiate and alumnae to send national visitors to collegiate In 1960–1961 Barbara Lyon chapters, Sisters, friends and family chapters, Sigmas willing to travel were Loveless, Beta Beta traveled for members. hired to service the growing number of Sigma. Barbara was initiated into Beta If you or your chapter have not chapters. Today’s Leadership Beta chapter, Southwest Missouri State purchased a commemorative brick, or Consultants are recent graduates hired (now Missouri State University) on would like to purchase another, there is on an annual basis to serve as traveling February 9, 1958. She entered Omega still time. The cost of a brick is $125. Sigma ambassadors. As the chapter’s chapter April 1998. Each brick will be 4” x 8” and can personal contact with the National Pamela Holt was the National have up to three lines of text with 20 Organization, these young officers visit Traveling Counselor 1969–1970 and a characters on each line. A character is chapters, helping with extension, Field Secretary in 1970-1971. Pamela a letter, number, space, or punctuation colonization, installation, pledge was initiated into Mu chapter, Northeast mark. education, initiation, Panhellenics, Missouri State (now Truman State Please keep in mind that names ceremonials, officer training, chapter University), Kirksville, Missouri, on appear most distinctive when all letters operations and evaluation, and December 11, 1966. She was a National are engraved in upper case. Dates and alumnae-collegiate relationships. Their Collegiate Chairman from 1971–1972 additional text appear very well when jobs are never dull. The first Tri Sigma and is currently an active alumna. engraved in both upper and lower to serve in this position was Julia Collegiate Field Secretary Beverly case. If you want a name in upper Raiguel, Psi, in 1931. Fedewa Macke traveled for Sigma case, please enter it that way on the 1971–1972. Beverly was initiated into order form on our website: Julia Raiguel Clappier was Beta Gamma Chapter, Ball State www.SigmaSigmaSigma.org initiated into Psi chapter, , Muncie, Indiana on April 4, University, Huntington, West Virginia 1968. She served as National Rush on September 24, 1928. She entered Counselor 1973–1974, National Field Omega Chapter December 1996. Secretary Director 1975–1977, National In 1954–1955 Nancy Herring Collegiate Chairman 1977–1978 and is Humphry, Psi, traveled for Sigma. currently an active alumna. continues on next page 14 Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:19 PM Page 15 Our Leadership Sigmas on the Road Today! By Jennifer Bisel Tetrick, Omicron, National Leadership Consultant Director

Editor’s Note: Periodically The Triangle likes to feature our hard-working Leadership Consultants. Enjoy this look at Tri Sigma’s original Field Representatives, (page 14) and two Leadership Consultants from our not-so-distant past.

When Field Secretaries first started out, they had to borrow typewriters from the chapters and type in triplicate form with carbon paper. Keeping up with the paperwork and getting it to Headquarters in a timely manner was not always easy. Today’s Leadership Consultants have laptop computers and Internet access to complete and submit their reports! You’ve come a long way Sigmas! Pamela Willingham Holt, Mu Pamela Holt was the National Traveling Counselor 1969–1970 and a Field Secretary in 1970-1971. Pamela was initiated into Mu chapter, Northeast Missouri State (now ), Kirksville, MO, on December 11, 1966. She was a National Collegiate Chairman from 1971–1972 and is currently an active alumna.

pam lived at National members to visit Alpha Sigma, University Pam responded, “the ability to work with Headquarters the entire of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, to and appreciate other people.” Although summer before traveling. help them with their Rush. Pam truly she considers herself a sociable person It was there that she enjoyed working and meeting everyone. naturally, this job enhanced her social worked daily with Marie Staying in Touch skills, gave her exposure to other groups Santee Dunham, Alpha and people, and helped her to feel One of Pam’s favorite people that she met Iota, the Executive comfortable with peers. while traveling and still has the pleasure of Secretary of Tri Sigma and learned various talking with is Mary Zuckerman, Gamma Life and Work Today aspects of the job. Mary K. Barbee, Iota, Nu. Mary was pledging when Pam visited Pam, who is single, moved to Minnesota was another training facilitator for her. Gamma Nu, and they have remained life- in July 2005. She volunteers at the Pam was fortunate to have spent time long friends. Pam is fortunate still to keep University of Minnesota with the Sports with several notable Sigmas. in touch with some of her chapter Sisters. Marketing Department and is also the Memories After traveling Pam worked at East Senior Specialist for Liz Claiborne at A fond memory of that summer living at Carolina University as the Panhellenic Marshall Field’s. National Headquarters was visiting Mabel Advisor, which she truly enjoyed. There she Advice for Today’s Leadership Lee Walton in the nursing home. Pam met Laura Ward Sweet, Alpha Sigma, and Consultants had a convertible and would take Mabel Inez Fridley, Gamma Beta, with whom she “What an opportunity you have! You Lee out for many drives with the top still remains in touch. can’t get anything greater than this, so down, enjoying those beautiful summer Skills enjoy every minute of it.” days. She also remembers while traveling When asked about skills she acquired in she took some of her own chapter her travels that have helped her career, Beverly Fedewa Macke, Beta Gamma Collegiate Field Secretary Beverly Fedewa Macke traveled for Sigma 1971–1972. Beverly was initiated into Beta Gamma Chapter, Ball State University, Muncie, IN, on April 4, 1968. She served as National Rush Counselor 1973–1974, National Field Secretary Director 1975–1977, National Collegiate Chairman 1977–1978 and is currently an active alumna.

Beverly had the week of training at the home of Chris was landing in this small airport, all the privilege of helping with Hoto Longyear, Zeta, Collegiate Secretary. passengers noticed the big band outside the beginning stages of with all of its “pomp and circumstance” Delta Delta Chapter at Memories and wondered who the celebrity on the UNC-Chapel Hill during Chapter members thought she would be plane was. As Beverly got off the plane her junior year at Ball an “old lady.” One member wanted to she realized that all this “celebrity State. After graduation have Beverly stay with her, but she was welcome” was for her from the Sigmas! she was approached by several National afraid Beverly wouldn’t be able to climb Beverly truly enjoyed the enthusiasm Officers to become a Collegiate Field up on the top bunk because of her age! of the chapter members. They wanted to Secretary. She trained at Headquarters for A memorable experience was her visit share their stories, ideas and traditions a short period of time and received a to Beta Iota in Minot, ND. As the plane with her. Seeing Sigmas all across the continues on next page 15 Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:19 PM Page 16

continued from page 15 nation was a wonderful experience for Life and Work Today her. She has had the privilege of Beverly is an Elementary School Teacher Advice for Today’s Leadership attending a couple of Conventions which who helps the children in the resource Consultants are rich with treasured memories. room. She and her husband, Stephen, “Try to stay organized,” Beverly states. have three children: Michael, 29; Ryan, “Meet and have personal conversations Skills 20, an ATO at Michigan State; and with as many Sigma women as you can At the top of Beverly’s list are Lauren, 18, a at Central and participate in as many activities with organization, time management, and Michigan. the chapter members as you can. That is personal social skills! where you really get to know your Sisters. My traveling year was fantastic!”

MOVING SIGMA EVER FORWARD Executive Council Nomination Process

Plans for Convention in June, 2007 are well underway. One of the most important and exciting items of business conducted at Convention is the election of the Executive Council. NOW is the time for every Sigma to exercise her responsibility and privilege to recommend to the Nominating Committee those women who are best qualified to serve on the Executive Council for the 2007- 2010 Triennium.

How does the nominating process work? The process begins with the appointment of a Nominating Committee composed of: Former Executive Council Member – Chairman Two Current National Officers One Alumnae Representative One Collegiate Representative

The committee provides information about the nominating process and a recommendation form to all Sigmas through articles in The Triangle, collegiate and alumnae mailings and other communications. The committee secures detailed resumés from each individual nominated and conducts phone interviews. After careful evaluation a slate of officers is prepared and is presented at Convention for a vote by the Convention delegates. Further nominations may be made from the Convention floor.

What qualifications are necessary for Council office?

Leadership topic, and always make decisions based collegiate and alumnae chapter visits. Executive Council provides the on the best interests of the Sorority. Ability to set aside time for Tri Sigma is leadership for the Organization — a fundamental requirement. Time is Experience preserving our heritage and planning needed to read and answer mail in a Prior National Officer service is a our future. They develop and timely manner, time to travel, time to priority qualification as such service implement the goals of Tri Sigma and be away from family and friends. provides the fundamental background direct the general business of all phases When a woman becomes a Council necessary to perform capably in an of planning and operations. The leader, her family must be willing to Executive Council position. committee is seeking talented, share her with the Sorority and her organized, dependable, dedicated, Time employer must be understanding of visionary women who are able to fulfill Members attend board meetings, her Sigma time commitments. the time and travel responsibilities. She conferences, workshops, and Council positions are non-salaried, must view issues objectively, listen to Conventions. Additionally, Council however the National Treasury pays the opinions of others as well as leaders accept assignments for travel, office and incidental expenses articulately voice her own feelings on a extension presentations, chapter incurred in office. installations, interfraternity meetings,

16 OurLeadership 17 (Required) (Required) , use the following form to recommend qualified women for any office , use the following form to recommend Nominating Committee 225 N. Muhlenberg, Woodstock, VA 22664 VA 225 N. Muhlenberg, Woodstock, Sigma Sigma Sigma National Headquarters : 7 – Supervises the operations of the Publications Dept., coordinates all publications, oversees the Tri all publications, oversees of the Publications Dept., coordinates – Supervises the operations 1 – Supervises the operations of the Membership Development Dept. in assisting chapters and colonies of the Membership Development Dept. – Supervises the operations – Supervises the operations of the Collegiate Dept., including programming, recruitment and rituals. recruitment of the Collegiate Dept., including programming, – Supervises the operations (Required) – Supervises the operations of the Alumnae Dept. including programming and recruitment for alumnae and recruitment of the Alumnae Dept. including programming – Supervises the operations PM Page Page PM 19 – Supervises the operations of the Panhellenic Dept. and represents Tri Sigma at the National Panhellenic Conference Sigma at the National Tri of the Panhellenic Dept. and represents – Supervises the operations : 1 – Supervises the work and planning of the Treasury Department planning of the Treasury – Supervises the work and – provides overall guidance to the Sorority and gives directions for all endeavors; supervises the work of all offices and the work of all offices all endeavors; supervises for gives directions and the Sorority overall guidance to – provides

(Street / City / State / Zip) (Street / City / State / Zip) (First / Maiden / Last) (First / Maiden / Last) 6/6/06 chapters and members. and other interfraternity meetings. with recruitment efforts and promoting organizational growth through extension. through organizational growth and promoting efforts with recruitment programming. conference Sigma website; and develops Executive Director.

Have you received permissions from this woman to nominate her? permissions from Have you received of Executive Council. Forms must be received no later than NOVEMBER 10, and should be mailed to: no later than NOVEMBER 10, of Executive Council. Forms must be received Address Address Phone (Collegiate Chapter ) Chapter Alumnae E-mail Reasons for nomination Submitted by: Name Phone (Collegiate Chapter nominating this woman: for which you are Office ) held Sigma National Offices Date Initiated Alumnae Chapter I recommend for the Nominating Committee’s consideration: Committee’s I recommend for the Nominating Name Address To participate in the nominating process To A Council member may serve a maximum of three consecutive three-year terms in one office and a total of five consecutive terms in one office consecutive three-year of three A Council member may serve a maximum terms on Executive Council. positions. or other eligible to continue in their current All members of the Executive Council are a nomination? How do you make any member in good standing who to the Nominating Committee Sigma, you have the privilege to recommend As a Tri you submit a for service. Before and who meets the requirements officer would serve well as an Executive Council Only one nomination for each candidate is needed. Campaigning by permission. nomination, you must ask that woman’s the same woman is unnecessary and inappropriate. asking others to recommend Can current Council Members continue in their positions? continue in their Members Council Can current as other and must participate in the process automatically continue in their office Members of the Executive Council do not or personal reasons. family, due to career, re-election nominees. They may also decide not to seek / Eligibility Policy Tenure COLLEGIATE VICE PRESIDENT COLLEGIATE MEMBERSHIP VICE PRESIDENT What do Council Officers do? do Council Officers What to the issues and contributing on policy-making perspective Executive Council providing on role serves a vital Each officer to the office. specific assumes responsibilities each member Additionally, strategies of the Sorority. planning overall future PRESIDENT ALUMNAE VICE PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT PUBLICATIONS NPC DELEGATE TREASURER 2006 ng i Spr Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:19 PM Page 18

SIGMA SIGMA SIGMA Seeks Executive Director

Sigma Sigma Sigma, a social serve a three-year term on the sorority founded in 1898, is Executive Council (EC) to ensure that seeking applicants for Executive programs and activities support the Director at their headquarters in goals and objectives of the Sorority. Woodstock, VA, nestled in the This position reports directly to the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, in National President. northern Virginia and in close proximity The successful candidate must to Washington, D.C. possess key skills including: strong The Executive Director is responsible This position is responsible for interpersonal skills demonstrating for the overall leadership and direction overall day-to-day operations of the enthusiasm, team development of the staff and organization activities National Headquarters including hiring, expertise, strong financial management to ensure effective financial training, mentoring and supervising the oversight, empathetic listening skills, management and successful execution paid National Headquarters staff. articulate verbal communication skills of all Sorority programs. The Executive Director works closely and highly-developed written with the volunteers who are elected to communication skills.

Other job functions and responsibilities include:

• Oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the Sorority • Administer and respond to Sorority emergency situations. including budgeting and taxes. • Travel on Sorority business as directed by EC. • Author and/or edit professional letters, newsletters, press • Arrange and attend all EC meetings and act as secretary. releases, proposals and presentations as requested and • Record minutes and official votes. required. • Be knowledgeable about and able to explain all Sorority • Oversee technology used within the organization. This policies and principles. includes the Sorority membership database, personal computers and printers, website, software, and contracts for • Assist in the implementation of new Sorority programs, as equipment and upgrades. Research new equipment and requested. software as required. • Execute policy as established by the EC. • Respond to requests from EC members. • Assume responsibility for the historic records of the Sorority. • Handle contracts with vendors; maintain contract files and • Have membership in the Fraternity Executive Association and negotiate new contracts at the direction of EC. the NPC Executive Directors Conference. • Be responsible for the day-to-day operation of Walton House. • Be a liaison for the Sorority with the local community. • Communicate with Walton House Board regarding needed maintenance so the Board can incorporate into overall The most important qualifications for a career at Sigma maintenance plan and budget. Sigma Sigma are your own values — a commitment to • Oversee Sorority Convention and all educational conferences in conjunction with the National Meeting Planner and excellence, enthusiasm for hard work, personal integrity, volunteer programming team. and a desire to contribute to a winning team. • Interact effectively with volunteers, university officials, parents, The Executive Director is expected to respect the essence and other groups and individuals. of Tri Sigma’s Sisterhood.

Requirements:

1) Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree; a Master’s 4) Relocation to a reasonable commute from Woodstock, VA is degree is preferred. required. 2) Prior management experience with supervisory and financial 5) Salary/benefits are commensurate with qualifications and experience is required. experience. 3) Prior association or Greek experience is a plus.

Interested candidates should apply by submitting a summary of their qualifications, salary expectations and resumé to:

Elizabeth W. Hoffert • 64 Stiles Avenue, Morris Plains, NJ 07950 18 Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:19 PM Page 19 Our Leadership

By Donna Ragsdale Dunn Get Geared up for Leadership Institute

Get ready for an exciting opportunity! action plan to create positive, results-based incorporate friendship, character, and conduct The Dunham Leadership Institute (DLI) will change in their recruitment tactics. into your chapter’s recruitment strategy. be held in conjunction with Recruitment All Chapter Presidents are required to Bootcamp (RBC), June 1-4, at the Marriott attend the DLI. Collegiate chapters will be Essential Sigma Training O’Hare in Chicago, Ill. required to send at least two In addition to the Dunham Leadership Tri Sigma is well known in the fraternal representatives to the fast-paced, value- Institute (DLI), an optional Essential Sigma community for based weekend of Sisterhood. Students training session will begin at noon on outstanding and AAB members should plan to arrive by Thursday, June 1, 2006. programming. Thursday, June 1, and depart the If you choose to attend the Essential That tradition afternoon of Sunday, June 4. A flat Sigma training program, your Chapter’s will continue registration fee will include registration, Vice President and Education Director this summer at lodging and meals for the entire 4 days. should be encouraged to attend too as they have primary roles in implementing the program. Note: This optional training is only for chapters not currently utilizing the program. “Retraining opportunities” for those chapters already using Essential Sigma will take place throughout the DLI.

the DLI. For the Calling All Tri Sigmas! first time, Tri Chapters may bring as many members as Recruitment they like for the DLI. Individual participants Sigma will offer Bootcamp–Special Ops a values and the entire chapter will benefit so Approximately 70 chapters have been institute based much from this weekend! Participants will invited to attend this recruitment-training on our purposes learn how to use Tri Sigma’s Ritual as a program and are therefore required to of Friendship, guide for communication, conflict send their Recruitment Directors. RBC is Character, and Conduct. Throughout the management, and ethical decision-making. the nation’s only program focused on weekend, chapter presidents, officers and Not only will you become a better Sigma recruitment success for fraternities, advisors will learn how to create change in but also you will become a better woman. sororities, and governing councils. their chapters by learning to lead with Tri Even better than all of the wonderful skills This high-impact seminar focuses on Sigmas’s values and ritual as a guide. The you will learn, is the fun that you will have results. Through proven tactics, innovative institute will be fast-paced, high energy, meeting and interacting with other Sigmas recruitment strategy, and a real-world and inspirational! from all over the country. approach to dealing with fraternity/sorority In conjunction with DLI, Membership Encourage your chapter officers and stereotypes, this program will give Recruitment Directors from selected members to participate in this unique participants the tools to improve their chapters will participate in Recruitment Sigma Sigma Sigma experience! Copies of chapters. Boot Camp –Special Ops, facilitated by the DLI registration form may be made RBC will be tailored specifically for Tri David Stollman of CAMPUSPEAK, a from our website: Sigma so that you can learn how to nationally-known recruitment specialist. www.sigmasigmasigma.org Participants will leave RBC with a specific

In A Nutshell — What, Where, When, How

Location: Chicago Marriott O’Hare in Hotel Shuttle: A free shuttle will be Additional Days/Nights: If Chicago, IL provided from Chicago O’Hare Airport to participants choose to stay a day late or Dates: June 1-4, 2006 the Marriott. come a day early, they are responsible for Travel: Chapters incur the cost of Collegiate Cost: $205 per person making hotel arrangements for the transportation to and from the event. (includes hotel, meals, participant additional days. The National Organization Arrival: Arrive in Chicago on Thursday, materials, and registration fee) NOTE: this will make hotel accommodations for the June 1 fee is the same for Recruitment Bootcamp nights of June 1-3, 2006. Departure: Book flights home after 2 and DLI participants. P.M. on Sunday, June 4. Advisor Cost: $212 If you have additional questions, please contact National Headquarters. 540.459.4212 or: www.sigmasigmasigma.org We look forward to seeing you in Chicago!!!!

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You’ve heard about it. You’ve signed up for it. But the question isn’t as simple Sigma Sigma Sigma, as “How many Facebook friends do you have?” At first glance, Facebook.com, a college-focused online directory that Facebook and You connects community members through By Molly Wahl, Rho personalized profiles, photos and links seems like an excellent way to meet profiles? What about photos or invitations Collegiate Chapter Websites people and create your own circle of posted on Party Pages? Will Not — friends on a larger-than- life campus. But September 2005 saw the probation of • Include any copyrighted materials, including it’s so much more than a quickly spreading two Pepperdine University sororities, Delta photographs from other sources or any web phenomenon. All you have to do is Delta Delta and . The trademarks owned by third parties without proper authorizations; Google “Sororities & Facebook” to find probation stemmed from implicating • Include information about the following: everything from rants about Sorority life to content found on Facebook: photos of academic papers on the topic. improper conduct involving alcohol. • The Ritual of Sigma Sigma Sigma At the College of William & Mary, a Pi • Chapter minutes Facebook and Recruitment Kappa Alpha social was cancelled by the • Phone numbers/addresses of members At George Washington University, the Office of Student Activities for • Phone numbers/addresses of advisors wave of the digital age has sparked a new inappropriate advertisement for the event. • Phone numbers/addresses of sorority dimension to this year‘s sorority houses or other facilities housing chapter An invitation for a pre-party to the annual members recruitment. Both prospective members “Vietnam Party” was posted in public • Contain content considered to be defamatory, and chapter members said women on domain of the Party section of Facebook. offensive, or harassing, or any comments or both sides of the recruitment process have images that would offend on the basis of race, used Facebook. Sorority members use it to gender, national origin, sexual orientation, So what does all of this mean? religion, political beliefs, or disability; put a face to a name in an ever-expanding We hope this means Facebook is a great formal recruitment process. Freshmen • Be used for the posting of any type of new recruitment tool. It’s a great way to electronic chain letter. report hoping to get a bid from a sorority reach more women entering college and to with whose members they’ve befriended. show them what true sorority life is like. But Facebook isn’t a chapter Greek Life offices and College Because of its surging popularity, Facebook Panhellenics are working to adapt website, is it? also means everyone is watching,and they’re No. However, it is incumbent on the recruitment rules to adjust to this quickly not always watching for the positive. evolving, techno-savvy world. The individual members of Sigma Sigma Sigma Sigma Sigma Sigma has a policy on to use personal websites/homepages Panhellenic Association at Indiana chapter websites. The guidelines are University and the Department of Student appropriately with regard to any reference intended to assist each chapter in to the Sorority or any Sorority information Activities at the University of West Georgia developing and maintaining a site that are just a sample of schools adapting that is included in one’s personal site. The ensures a positive image of Sigma Sigma above chapter guidelines are appropriate recruitment rules to include Facebook. Sigma, the chapter, and its members. The “Originally, Greeks were prohibited from cautions for personal sites. Use caution in information below highlights the Chapter linking to other sites and check all of your interacting with potential recruits in Website Policy. person. Parties, phone calls and dinner links periodically. Because the Internet has plans with sororities have always been off- a Worldwide audience, members must limits to freshmen. Those rules still exist, Collegiate Chapter Websites Will — understand they are representing Sigma but they’ve been expanded to include the • Promote a positive image of the local chapter, Sigma Sigma to the public at all times. of Sigma Sigma Sigma and, where applicable, Internet as well,” according to the Indiana Each member is expected to consider the college or university where a chapter is carefully any material placed on the Daily Student. located; Internet, as it is her responsibility to • Adhere to all Sigma Sigma Sigma guidelines A Window on the and policies regarding publicity and print preserve and protect Sigma Sigma Sigma’s Greek Community materials, particularly with regard to the use of name, image and reputation. This policy Sigma Sigma Sigma’s marks; applies to all members when Sigma Sigma In a world of Values • Adhere to Panhellenic rules. Where there is Sigma is mentioned. Congruence and the conflict with Sigma Sigma Sigma rules and The bottom line on Chapter Websites continued questioning of procedures, contact the National Webmaster and sites like Facebook.com is to the significance of Greek for direction; remember to keep the overall image of Life, the verdict is still • Have one person assigned as the Chapter the Sorority in mind before you post out on Facebook’s Webmaster who will be responsible for maintaining and updating the site in information or photos. If you’re not sure impact. What compliance with all rules, regulations and about those photos from last week’s happens when policies of Sigma Sigma Sigma. If a bulletin social, then maybe the Internet isn’t the people on the board is included on a website, a BB right place for them. outside see administrator must be assigned; students’ • Comply with all Panhellenic rules regarding the publishing of recruitment details or Facebook schedules. 20 Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:19 PM Page 21 Our Sisters

Sigmas Attend MGCA Conference

More than 40 Tri Sigmas, representing 20 collegiate chapters, attended the Mid-American Greek Council Association (MGCA) Conference held in February at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago, IL. Through national speakers and workshops, this year’s conference, themed “From Inspiration to Action,” provided Tri Sigmas many opportunities to gain leadership and organizational skills that they could take back to their campuses and chapters.” Beth Heimann’s Musical Debut By Beth Heimann, Alpha Epsilon

I’ve always had a passion for writing and music. I play the alto saxophone and taught myself guitar five years ago. I began writing children’s songs and stories in 1995. I went through a children’s book writing correspondence course. Since then my writing has evolved, and I’ve been enjoying playing and performing original music. Recently I had the opportunity to do a compilation CD with three other singer/songwriters. Our CD is called “Hidden Treasure, A Compilation.” The best part of this project is that we collectively decided to give 70% of the proceeds to a missionary organization, Word Made Flesh, that sends workers out to minister to the poorest of the poor in the World. If you see Jack Nicholson’s movie, About Schmidt, I am singing in the wedding ceremony in a flowery blue dress! As an avid country music lover and folk/country and contemporary Christian songwriter, I traveled to Nashville for a songwriters’ workshop. Since then, I’ve joined a regional NSAI Nashville Songwriters group. We recently released a CD called “Down the Yellow Road.” I have a single piano ballad on it titled, ”The Difference You Make.” This song was selected to be played during orientation at a local hospital. My most exciting development is entering a jingle-writing contest for Crème Savers candy and country music on a local radio station and won a trip to the Country Music Awards in New York City this coming November!. My mom is going with me. We also won tickets to “The Lion King,” The Rockettes Christmas Show, and a tour of the city and the Empire State Building. With a little luck we’ll be sitting at the CMA awards show near Rascal Flatts or Martina McBride. If you are interested in finding out more information about the CDs and would like to support my music, please email me at: [email protected] I’d love to hear from you. I’ll leave you with this: music circumvents the intellect and shoots straight to the heart.

Delta Delta Donates to RPM

Carl Peterson, the brother-in-law of Delta Delta Sister Sara Ellis, presented a $35,000 donation for the Robbie Page Memorial Playroom on February 10, 2006. Sara encouraged the gift after Carl won a golf tournament. Several Delta Delta members attended the check presentation at North Carolina Children’s Hospital.

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TRI SIGMA INSTALLS ETA TAU

Sigma Sigma Sigma installed the Eta Tau Tri Sigma is the fourth sorority on Sidhwa said she was excited after the chapter at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical campus, joining , Delta installation. University on January 21, 2006. Tri Sigma Sigma Theta and . “Now is when we can establish National Officers and university “This is a way for our National ourselves as a chapter,” she said. “We get representatives, including Associate Organization to grow,” said Leadership to do all the rituals, which have been Chancellor John Watret and Greek Life Consultant Amy Borne, who served as conducted since 1898.” Director Aaron Clevenger, were present as banquet host. “It’s spreading our Sigma Sidhwa went on to discuss the plans of Reatha Cox, Collegiate Vice President, tradition.” the newest Greek chapter on campus, installed the chapter at the installation Several national representatives of the including recruiting new members and banquet in Daytona Beach. Sorority spoke throughout the night, continued philanthropy, which she said Tri Sigma began colonization at ERAU including Cox and Colony Director was one of the main reasons she joined Tri on Oct. 30, 2004. Since that time the Brenda Ray. Sigma. women have met the requirements set by Cox praised the diversity of the “I knew it was for me,” she said. “This the Sorority that included engaging in chapter, which includes athletes, student has been completely worth it; we worked several charitable projects, such as making government officials and resident so hard for this.” coloring books for children at Halifax advisors among its ranks, and noted Hospital, and achieving academic honors. again that Tri Sigma has the highest “They have achieved a chapter GPA of Greek GPA on campus. 3.3 as a whole,” Watret said during a Many of the speakers presented gifts to speech at the banquet. “These women the chapter, including a punch bowl set, have worked hard to establish themselves luggage, donations and the National history and become the Eta Tau chapter.” book. On behalf of the Department of Watret went on to describe the Student Activities, Clevenger said that his benefits of Greek life, including better office would frame the chapter’s charter. performance in the classroom and It is a Tri Sigma tradition for each increased school spirit. initiating chapter to customize a doll Eta Tau “Pilot” Barbie representing their chapter for the Tri Sigma Members of Eta National Headquarters where dolls from all Tau, the newest Welcome our active and inactive chapters are kept on chapter, pose newest chapter by sending display. Chapter President Michelle Sidhwa with National greetings to: Officers of the presented “Pilot Barbie” complete with a Sorority and miniature airplane to Cox during the other Tri Sigma Eliza Harris members from 1030 Sutton Circle, Apt. 152 ceremony. chapters across Daytona Beach, FL 32114 After all the Sisters from previously- the country. installed chapters were recognized by name and chapter, they joined hands with their new Eta Tau Sisters to form a circle around the room and to sing Stately and Royal before posing for a group picture to end the evening.

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ALPHA – , Farmville, VA OMICRON – Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI At the Annual Greek Awards for Longwood University, Omicron members enjoyed a Sisterhood potluck the Alpha Chapter proudly accepted the Social Programming weekend before Thanksgiving. A colorful assortment of Award, “Best President” award for Stefanie Johnson and foods was set up in a buffet style, and the members were the “Best of the Best Chapter Member” award for Shalynn able to mingle and enjoy Thanksgiving favorites. Phillips. The Sisters volunteered for a Hurricane Katrina – Submitted by Sarah Logan Benefit concert and participated in “Fill the Truck” and Operation Turkey. – Submitted by Jessie Paul PI – , Emporia, KS Pi chapter competed in the Emporia State Greek Life LAMBDA – Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA Homecoming competitions. This year’s theme was “Oh Lambda Wow! A Luau!” They placed second in a yelling competition members at the bonfire and second for the beach installed in the yard participated in at the house decorating Sorority’s competition. dodge ball The chapter, philanthropy along with event to raise funds to aid and Phi Sigma the speech Kappa and hearing Fraternities, impaired. took first place While the after dressing Chapter did up their Corky, not win the the school Pi members pose with Jimmy “Corky” Lambda Sisters gear up for Delta Zeta’s tournament mascot, and singing to Buffet at Homecoming. Dodge Ball Tournament. they said it felt good to support Jimmy Buffett. – Submitted by such a worthy Foundation. Carly R. Smith – Submitted by Jessica Strong . CHI – Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg, KS MU – Truman State University, Kirksville, MO The women of Chi chapter placed second in this year’s The Mu homecoming chapter held its festivities with annual “Rock the theme “To 4 Robbie”. Be a Kid Members Again.” rocked in Alongside the rocking chairs men of Pi on the quad Kappa Alpha, for five days the Mighty and four nights Chi’s worked collecting for two weeks money from to assemble those walking their kid- Maddie Kiser, Susan Eberly, Rachel Hanks, Elizabeth Banono, Jess Evelsizer, Jess Ehlinger, Rachel Hutton, Allison Pickett, Anna Love, Alli across campus. friendly, Chi and members are dressed and ready for Pollock, Nicole Suit, Brittany Stephan, Emily VanLue, Erin Bauer, Nicole In another first-place float, their storybook-themed Homecoming float. Myers, Arielle Morris, Kat Sadonawicz, Katie Brockman, Ashley Christian, Carrie Dixon, Christen Gates. social service which consisted activity, they had of a moving marionette, a full motion windmill, and a mix four members of storybook characters played by members of both compete in the Bowl for Gold tournament for Special chapters. Twenty-four women of Chi chapter participated in Olympics. – Submitted by Kristen Bash Pittsburg State’s, “Yell Like Hell,” a dance-cheer competition and took a first place. – Submitted by Amanda McCune NU – Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg, MO PSI – Marshall University, Huntington, WV Nu ranked very high in the 2005 Homecoming Psi chapter is pleased to announce the initiation of 12 results. The women won second in a cheer wonderful women from Fall Recruitment 2005. Big Sis/Little contest, a donation creation, and for their float Sis Week was a success in which the new Big Sisters entry for the parade. They were also proud to be revealed themselves to their new Little Sisters during a able to sponsor CMSU’s Homecoming queen, candlelight ceremony. The week was filled with fun, Jessica Walters. – Submitted by Stephanie laughter, lots of gifts, and most importantly lots of love. Hutchcraft – Submitted by Kathryn L. Parker

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ALPHA ALPHA – Concord University, Athens, WV President Stephanie Convington is the 2005-2006 recipient Throughout the holiday season, Alpha Alpha actively and is now currently student teaching. supported local children’s organizations, such as The – Submitted by Carolyn Smith Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program and the regional WE CAN program for under-privileged families. By shopping for ALPHA IOTA – Northeastern State University, Tahlequah, OK gifts such as The Homecoming theme was “Welcome to Reality.” Alpha clothing, Iota paired up with Kappa Sigma Fraternity to build a school “Survivor” float, complete with a reed hut and school supplies and mascot, Rowdy, roasting a tiger, the opponent’s mascot. For toys, the their efforts, Alpha Iota won the Homecoming 2005 float sisters donated building championship. time and funds to ALPHA KAPPA-Fairmont State College, Fairmont, WV directly ensure Cori Chidester competed in Miss West Virginia U.S.A. happy holidays pageant. In order to be invited to this competition. Cori had for as many to excel in a telephone interview. Though Cori did not come local children back with the sash, she enjoyed meeting many young as possible. women from different parts of West Virginia. She will – Submitted always be a winner in the eyes of her Sisters! Alpha Alpha members show their Tri Sigma pride by LeAnne M. – Submitted by Stephanie Utt during Homecoming. Davis ALPHA MU – University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Lafayette, LA ALPHA EPSILON – Northwest Missouri State University, Hurricanes Katrina and Rita hit southern Louisiana hard, Maryville, MO and Alpha Mu has made great efforts in helping Sisters The Sisters of Alpha Epsilon are proud to announce their who have lost everything. Many of the members stated second place finish overall for Homecoming. Nearly a month that they may not have made it through this time without after Homecoming they held their Annual S.O.S. (Speak out the help and support of Tri Sigma. In addition, many Sisters for Stephanie) Walk. This local philanthropy allows the volunteered at the Cajun Dome where over 2000 refugees community and campus organizations to join Sigma Sisters were housed. It has been one of Alpha Mu’s best in a silent walk through campus to create awareness about philanthropies, one where members were truly able to see hate crimes. – Submitted by Ashley Rickerson their charity work and demonstrate what Sisterhood is all about. ALPHA ZETA – Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, LA ALPHA OMICRON – University of Central Arkansas, Alpha Zeta Conway, AR held a Alpha Omicron spaghetti co-hosted a dinner and Rape raised over Aggression $2,000 for a Defense (RAD) successful trip class with the to Dallas. They University of toured the Central Children’s Arkansas Hospital and Police made picture Department. frames prior to Women their visit to learned Alpha Omicrons fire it up for the pep rally downtown. Pictured left to right, front row: Meredith Floyd, Sue Holbrook, Jacque DuPriest give to the techniques for Alpha Zetas bring lots of cheer with them to the Robbie Page Center: Brooke Maple, Rachel Hall, Kristen Sellers, Whitni White, Memorial Room. children. After handling Jennifer Shelby. Back: Kara Phillips, Erica Bonds, Melanie Fowler, Keri Cross. leaving the unwanted hospital they headed advances. The to Six Flags to have their Big Sis/ Little Sis revelation. Chapter has a firm belief that all women should know how – Submitted by Lindsay Maggio to handle themselves against an attacker. They found out just how tough they can be and had fun doing it. ALPHA THETA – Radford University, Radford, VA – Submitted by Lindsey Gipson The Alpha Theta chapter has successfully endowed a scholarship through the Radford University Foundation. ALPHA PI – Clarion University of Pennsylvania, Clarion, PA Sigma Sigma Sigma was the first sorority on campus to have The Alpha Pi Chapter presented “Stuff the Stocking 2005.” a scholarship in its name. More than $17,000 was The chapter brought university students and the community contributed by alumnae, parents and chapter members. Vice together to collect toys for hospitalized children in

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Pittsburgh. The event included live bands, a giant Twister BETA DELTA – Shepherd College, Shepherdstown, WV competition, a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus, and a Education and standards of membership have been some of Decorate-Your-Own-Sugar-Cookie competition. Attendees the top goals for the Beta Delta Chapter. The biggest could make cards to accompany the toys, enter the 50/50 achievement for the women was to become accredited for drawing and buy home made fudge. the 2005 academic year. Beta Delta also earned recognition – Submitted by Amanda Goe from National Headquarters as a chapter of academic excellence for the entire 2004-2005 school year by ALPHA CHI-Murray State University, Murray, KY achieving a GPA of 3.29 for the Spring 2005 semester. The Sisters of Alpha Chi, both collegiate and alumnae, have – Submitted by Maria Rabinowitz come together to celebrate the life of longtime chapter advisor, Jan Wilson, who lost her valiant battle with a brain BETA EPSILON – Western Illinois Unversity, Macomb, IL tumor. The chapter has also worked hard to revamp their Beta Epsilon has been worked hard to encourage new member program and provide a positive, enriching community service. Whether adopting a street on campus to experience for all Sisters. keep clean or holding bake sales to raise money for their philanthropy, the women of Beta Epsilon have put in much ALPHA PSI – Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL effort to make their late, loved sister, Marigale Briggs proud. Alpha Psi’s After attending a dinner in Marigale’s honor in mid-October, new members Beta Epsilon dedicated their formal room to her and erected were incredibly a plaque in her memory. Beta Epsilon is adopting October, anxious to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, as a month to raise money take on for women suffering from breast cancer, as Marigale did. chapter The Chapter is looking forward to having Marigale’s leadership memory live on for years to come. – Submitted by Sibel positions so Tufekcioglu the current chapter BETA XI – Southeast Missouri State University, officers Cape Girardeau, MO introduced a The newest members of Beta Xi celebrated a wonderful new program initiation and were honored to bring their mothers into the called Junior Sorority with a special Mother’s Day event. Mothers who Cabinet. It participated were welcomed for a special weekend to be Alpha Psi members show off their school pride during Homecoming: gave the new initiated as Tri Sigmas. Mothers began to arrive Friday Sara Cuadrado, Jennifer Giammanco, Sara DeMartino, Jenni Maple, members the afternoon for Arc degree and then gathered to eat lunch on Sarah Willis, Kelly Crockett, and Sarah Greer opportunity to Saturday with the Chapter before initiation that night. Many get their foot in collegians relished connecting part of school life to someone the door and shadow an older chapter leader. Cabinet at home who could truly understand how much Tri Sigma Director, Kristen Carlstrom, said, “We never had so many means. – Submitted by Tina Carter applications come back for these positions. I was blown away by their desire to do something for the Chapter.” BETA PI – University of Wisconsin–Stout, Stout, WI – Submitted by Kelly Altmayer The Pi chapter competed in Homecoming events with Phi Fraternity and won the overall competition for BETA ALPHA – Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL the third year in a row. The members hosted a Trick or Beta Alpha tried one Sisterhood event like no other they Treating event collecting canned goods with the Phi Sigma had tried before. Each woman randomly chose the name of Phi’s to donate huge amounts of non-perishables to the a member for whom she would be a Secret Sigma Sister. community’s food pantry. – Submitted by Sara Before every Chapter meeting, the Secret Sigma Sister gifts Aschenbrenner were anonymously distributed. The women enjoyed this program and revealed their identity at an ornament BETA TAU – University of Detroit–Mercy, Detroit, MI exchange in which they decorated the Christmas tree in At least four Tri Sigma women from Beta Tau have taken their formal room. – Submitted by Kelli Tovar part in a unique act by donating their hair to Locks of Love. Holly Cleveland, Andrea Sawicki, Rebekah Sirna, and Paula BETA BETA – Missouri State University, Springfield, MO Gillis spent months growing out their lovely hair and Two of Beta Beta’s biggest fundraisers, the Battle of the selflessly cutting it for a child in need. Locks of Love is a Sexes philanthropy and Parents’ Weekend, raised more than not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping financially $7,000 for the Robbie Page Memorial. All Greek troubled children suffering from some type of medical hair organizations on campus participated in the day-long Battle loss to have an opportunity to own a special hairpiece made of the Sexes, which included a pie eating contest, Twister, just for them. Jeopardy and a talent show. Parents’ Weekend was held at – Submitted by Rebekah Sirna the University Plaza in Springfield. The night included a formal dinner, live and silent auction, senior speakers, a slide show and raffle. – Submitted by Mindy Kinnison

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BETA UPSILON – Pennsylvania State University, GAMMA PI – Nicholls State University, Thibodaux, LA University Park, PA Family Day offers students’ families a chance to see the Beta Upsilon member, Kaitlin Mausser, spent countless hours heart of NSU. This year the Chapter showcased its with the Penn philanthropy, providing a table to distribute information on State the Robbie Thespians and Page Memorial was awarded and a jar for “The Robe.” donations. The This honor has members also been passed conducted a down after game for every main- children to stage Thespian “hook” and show since win a prize. 1985. It is – Submitted given to the by Katie E. actor/actress Giroir who shows Gamma Mu looks HOT next to their bonfire! Beta Upsilon members during recruitment. the most spirit, GAMMA PHI – dedication, and University of Wisconsin-River Falls, love for the River Falls, WI theater, production, and fellow cast and crew. – Submitted Recruitment by Jessica Krady Director Lindsay GAMMA ZETA – Slippery Rock University of Samelian Pennsylvania, Slippery Rock, PA rallied the Gamma Zeta members started their semester by welcoming members to 15 new members. Soon thereafter, the entire Chapter found attend themselves busy between two fundraisers at Cedar Point, activities volunteering at the Special Olympics and holding a car wash around for the victims of Hurricane Katrina. In addition, an Alumnae campus and Picnic on Homecoming weekend turned out to be a huge bring a new success. – Submitted by Michelle Kovalcik level of on- campus Gamma Phi during formal recruitment. Pictured left to right, bottom row: Cindy Assis, Lindsay Hutton, Cassie Parsons, Anna Parsons. GAMMA LAMBDA – University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire, visibility to the Middle: Tricia Turner, Kim Betzold, Gretchen Gamm, Mariah Ambrus, Eau Claire, WI Chapter Stephanie Brown, Danielle Clevenger, Crystal Youngdahl, Erin Wallek, Sheila Hubbard, Casey Beilke, Kati Chelsog, Katrina Shane, At the end of October, Gamma Lambda held its annual during Allison Balfanz. Top: Lindsay Samelian, Rock-A-Thon. Sisters survived bitter cold to raise money for recruitment. Kirsten Newman, Katlyn Kaiser. the Robbie Page Memorial. They also held an Alumnae Area Director Brunch during Homecoming. Amanda Bushmaker received Roselyn Brancato set high recruitment goals that helped the the Outstanding New Member Award, and thanks to Chapter remain diligent and creative in attracting potential Alumna Sister Kristin Haug, received reimbursement of her members. – Submitted by Kirsten Newman New Member fees. – Submitted by Amanda Jeske-Kowaleski GAMMA PSI – Morehead State University, Morehead, KY GAMMA MU – Southeastern Louisiana University, Gamma Psi’s annual fall philanthropy event, Volleybash, Hammond, LA provides unity and friendly competition among members of The members of the Gamma Mu Chapter thank everyone the Greek community at MSU, and this year enabled the for their prayers and support following hurricanes Katrina Chapter to reach its goal raising funds for the Robbie Page and Rita and send appreciation to all who donated money. Memorial. In addition, the members have continued their The fall semester was filled with tears of sadness and joy. local philanthropy, Make a Child Smile, by organizing Despite all they were going through, the Chapter picked up weekly story hours at the Rowan County Public Library to 24 wonderful women! The diversity of each member added promote children’s literacy. – Submitted by Sarah Sparks great character to the Chapter. – Submitted by Jenna Berniol DELTA DELTA – University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC GAMMA XI – Barton College, Wilson, NC The Delta Delta chapter helped save 270 lives during two The Gamma Xi Chapter received campus-wide recognition days in November as it sponsored a Red Cross blood drive as recipients of the “Highest GPA on Campus” award for on the UNC-Chapel Hill campus. More than 50 sisters joined the past two semesters. Members also worked accepting in putting on this philanthropy event and many more donations of canned food for Wilson’s Hope Station, a local donated blood. – Submitted by Lauren Moskowitz food bank in Wilson. – Submitted by GiGi Logan

26 OurCollegians 27 Epsilon Iota members pose with the children of Boysville. EPSILON ETA – East Stroudsburg University, – East Stroudsburg EPSILON ETA East Stroudsburg, PA Walk than $100 for the St. Claire’s Epsilon Eta raised more at Members also volunteered Cancer Awareness. for Breast Greek the local Special Olympics event and the campus-wide fraternities hosted a Bowl where and sororities Life Turkey football tournament food items for to collect nonperishable Gower local families in need. – Submitted by Karen – St.EPSILON IOTA University, Mary’s Antonio, San TX Halloween Epsilon Iota participated in the Annual Boysville men of Sigma Phi Sigma, along with the Carnival. Tri holiday brought Epsilon, traveled to a local orphanage and of all ages. The carnival with the cheer to children kicked off traditional kickball tournament, by face painting, followed pumpkin carving, hayride, cookie decorating, and dinner – Submitted by with hot dogs and S‘mores. topped off Jennifer Garza EPSILON DELTA – , – Gannon Erie,EPSILON DELTA PA 3.0, above a a GPA Delta chapter maintained The Epsilon than and completed more seven new members, welcomed stars last semester! Chapter of community service 200 hours their who will continue Emily Cross, and Jessica Voich are field after graduation, and Lisa Elia education in the medical Marathon in San Nike Women’s who participated in the and for the Leukemia research Francisco to support by Amber Nixon – Submitted Society. Lymphoma of NJ, Stockton College Richard EPSILON EPSILON – Pomona, NJ they held teams, new recruitment Epsilon’s Epsilon Through new Potential the semester. Sisterhood events throughout invited to paint pumpkins for the Atlantic members were make Christmas ornaments, and join City Medical Center, in supporting other Greek Epsilon Epsilon Sisters resulted events on campus. This new program philanthropic making potential new members in a successful recruitment, by Sarah Johnson friends first and then Sisters. – Submitted Arkansas University, – Southern EPSILON ZETA Magnolia, AR and strengthen Epsilon Zeta Sisters encourage one another members for high grade point their Sisterhood by awarding their campus accomplishments. averages and recognizing – Submitted by Nina Anderson 7 2 PM Page Page PM 19 : 1

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EPSILON BETA – University of Arkansas at Monticello, of – University EPSILON BETA Monticello, AR Epsilon Beta launched the fall semester by giving out eight The members attended many recruitment. bids through God” event that held a “Greek football games together, active with campus, and were across entries from drew alumnae for a successful Homecoming. DELTA PSI-St.DELTA University, Joseph’s Philadelphia, PA the distinction of received Erika Rendeiro Chapter President being named one of ten St. Joseph University students New Orleans Our Real World. selected to work with NOW: Erika spent six days in New Orleans During semester break, homes and lending a helping hand and helping re-build chapter is very The entire heart to grief stricken residents. of her dedication and compassion. proud – Submitted by Nicole Abay – ,Widener UPSILON – Chester,DELTA PA in a variety of The Delta Upsilon Chapter has taken part completed a They Sisterhood events this past semester. “Bowling for fundraiser for the Robbie Page Memorial titled to find volunteers to sponsor Robbie.” Sisters worked hard also held them by making a donation per pin. The Chapter booking party. a movie night, a game night, and a scrap – Submitted by Lindsay Galdi DELTA PI – ,Winthrop PI – Rock Hill,DELTA SC For Delta Pi conducted a successful formal recruitment. nearly 200 women to Tri days Delta Pi introduced three videos, and Tri posters, pictures, Sigma. They presented Sigma information that explained the philanthropy, so special and what makes Sigma Sisterhood, and finally, a great Delta Pi received their efforts, unique. Through quota plus two! of new members and reached group – Submitted by Kelli Fandel – , Gettysburg OMICRON – DELTA Gettysburg, PA for the fundraising are The Sisters of Delta Omicron a unique campaign called the Lincoln Foundation through and sent a letter to friends, family, Exchange. The Chapter The letter a shiny Lincoln penny. alumnae, and attached and raising money for the Foundation, explains they are the recipient for the Lincoln penny, asked that, in exchange discriminate, send back a Lincoln $5 bill. Not wanting to Grant ($50), they welcomed Hamilton ($10), Jackson ($25), has raised and Ben Franklin ($100) as well! The Chapter than $365, and – is still accepting gifts. more – Submitted by Katie Poticher DELTA ZETA-Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania, University ZETA-Bloomsburg DELTA Bloomsburg, PA achieving a 3.0 cumulative for award an received Delta Zeta time, observing library study worked hard Members G.P.A. and to with course work to help each other allowing them With implementation of this closer together. even grow to do well and has been a conscious effort there program Sisters. seek out the help of McIntyre – Submitted by Bridget 2006 ng i Spr Spring 2006 6/6/06 1:19 PM Page 28

EPSILON KAPPA – University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, EPSILON UPSILON – , Poughkeepsie, NY Oshkosh, WI Epsilon Upsilon joined forces with the other Greek Two members of Epsilon Kappa Chapter studied abroad organizations on campus to organize a campus-wide during the spring semester. Emily Bultman went to France fundraiser for and Jessica Malcolm traveled to Europe and stayed in Hurricane different countries such as Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. Katrina Relief. – Submitted by Jamie Johnson The fundraiser was held EPSILON MU – Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ during the Epsilon Mu chapter has been working on an on-going “Midnight service project to help pediatric cancer patients. This Madness” program, “Queen for a Day,” hosts parties for these basketball children to help raise their self-esteem and self-confidence. event. Fans The parties are designed to pamper the little girls with were makeovers, manicures and a coronation ceremony where encouraged to each girl is crowned as a champion over her illness with a purchase donated tiara. The boys are treated with hero-themed gifts, numbered reinforcing bravery and courage through images of police tennis balls to Pretty in Pink! Epsilon Sigma members pose before their recruitment event. officers and firefighters. – Submitted by Tara Russo throw into large garbage bins EPSILON OMICRON – Illinois State University, Normal, IL placed half court during half-time. Local merchants donated The women of Epsilon Omicron chapter started off the prizes that were awarded for every ball landing in the bins. holiday season with The Festival of Trees. Sisters decorated – Submitted by Allison Zimipfer Christmas trees, wreaths, and other Christmas items. The money raised supports the Baby Fold, an agency that EPSILON PHI – University of North Carolina-Wilmington, provides child welfare, special education and many support Wilmington, NC services for children and their families in the central Illinois Over the past two months the Epsilon Phi chapter has been area. – Submitted by Katie Lucca busy raising money for the Foundation. The members participated in a carwash and bowl-a-thon, raising more EPSILON PI – , Clinton, SC than $780.25. – Submitted by Julie Greene The Epsilon Pi Sisters participated in a local walk for the homeless, a walk for breast cancer awareness, collected can EPSILON CHI – Northeastern University, Boston, MA tabs to support the philanthropy of another sorority on Epsilon Chi campus, and donated money to victims of Hurricane members held Katrina. They are planning a trip to visit the RPM playroom their Annual in North Carolina early next semester. Teeter-Totter- – Submitted by Fowler Smith A-Thon in which they EPSILON RHO – Minnesota State University at Mankato, raised more Mankato, MN than $1,000, This year for a Robbie Page Memorial fundraising event and they are Epsilon Rho launched its first annual “Sitting with Sigmas,” still receiving allowing busy parents an opportunity to do some donations! The unencumbered Christmas/ Holiday shopping without young Chapter will children around. Co-chairs Whitney Carleton and Jamie join Epsilon Chi members come out in full force for their Edson asked each family for a donation for RPM. For Northeastern‘s philanthropy events. another fundraiser they had their Chapter Sweetheart dress student like Santa and have Santa’s picture made with the other government to co- Greek organizations on campus. sponsor a stress relief and relaxation event. Students will be – Submitted by Alyssa Ann Vaubel able to take a study break to play games and receive massages in the student center. EPSILON SIGMA – Virginia Commonwealth University, – Submitted by Holly Jackson Richmond, VA The Epsilon Sigma Sisters had the pleasure of raising money ZETA ALPHA – Bryant College, Smithfield, RI by working at a Rolling Stones concert! Not only were they Zeta Alpha‘s dedication to service was strong during the fall able to raise money for the Robbie Page Memorial semester. Their Roll for Robbie raised more than $150. They Foundation, they enjoyed seeing a legendary rock band. volunteered at a local church fair and donated their time to – Submitted by Sabrina Taghizadeh the Rhode Island Community Food Bank, making food and care baskets for local families. – Submitted by Sarah Hayden

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ZETA DELTA – State University of New York-Oneonta, ZETA LAMBDA – Wingate University, Wingate, NC Oneonta, NY Zeta Lambda members held their annual $5 prom and The Zeta Delta chapter decided to focus time on what raised money for the Robbie Page Memorial. Many Sisters Sisterhood is about — spending also made the annual trip to the children’s hospital in quality time together. They held Chapel Hill and made sock puppets to give out to the potluck dinners, movie nights, and patients. – Submitted by Nichole Lederer enjoyed a trip to Yankee Stadium. Next semester, they are planning an ZETA OMICRON – Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ alumnae weekend to join with Zeta Omicron hosted a “Senior Prom” at an area nursing graduated Sisters. – Submitted by home. This two-hour event featured snacks, a DJ and lots of Danielle Wegielski dancing! During the holiday ZETA ETA – Winona State season the sisters University, Winona, MN organized a The Zeta Delta’s focus on sisterhood is evident to their newest members. One of Zeta Eta‘s past presidents, “Sigma Serves Pam Koelsch died in an auto accident Children” event while serving in that position. In her and co-sponsored memory, the Chapter joined active alumnae and Pam‘s a toy drive with parents to establish a scholarship fund in their daughter’s Lambda Upsilon name. Campus sororities were invited to write an essay and Lambda submit it anonymously. Pam’s parents judged the Fraternity. The toy submissions and awarded the first scholarship to current drive raised Zeta Eta president, Jessica Stevens, at the first annual money to scholarship dinner. This successful effort was a satisfying purchase and way to honor Pam‘s memory. – Submitted by donate gifts for The Zeta Omicron New Initiates and their Big sisters pose after Nicole A. Bertram hospitalized Triangle Degree. Pictured left to right, top row, the Big Sisters: children. Jessica Vigier, Cynthia Clark, Marisa DeLia, Samantha Bennett. Bottom, the Little Sisters: Rosemary Abrams, Shilpa Ailani, ZETA THETA – Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID – Submitted by Nicholle Gardner, Alexandra Aguiar. Zeta Theta Marisa DeLia members hosted a ZETA PI – Virginia Wesleyan College, Norfolk, VA successful The Zeta Pi masquerade chapter held a ball. weeklong event Attendance filled with was 100% activities focusing percent among on the meaning Tri Sigma and commitment members, who to Sigma Sigma were joined by Sigma. The week Who’s that woman behind the mask? Why it is a Zeta Theta! a good ended with a Pictured left to right, back row: Angie Scardino (chapter advisor), Rebecca Hepworth, Chelsea Collins, Erica Lindley, turnout from retreat as a grand Maria Martinez, Jamie Clark, Trina Staffon, Natalie Edmo, Jamie Alpha Xi Delta finale. Members Howerton, Megan Sherry, Katherine Kimball. Front: Valerie Fedone, Sara Archibald and Savannah Zanone. sorority and piled into three school vans and Sigma Family Tree Picture at Zeta Pi. Left to right, top row: and Kappa Sigma headed off to Jenna Mastera, Julie Maggioncalda, Mary Toves, Monika fraternities for a night of fun, food, and dancing. Camp Silver Newton, Mary-Lynn Novello, Holly Phaneuf, Jenna Zitz, Kristie Patton, Stefanie Nijssen, Lauren Melton, and Kelli Warren. – Submitted by Trina Staffon Beach where they Bottom: Rhiannon Glazer, Stephanie Kimec, Allison Wheeler, surrendered all cell Cara Wehman, and Kristin Crotts. ZETA KAPPA-Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ phones and This year Zeta Kappa co-sponsored an open mic night on watches. The Sisters campus with Active Students Serving in Society Together. joined in activities designed to reaffirm trust, friendship, ASSIST holds the open mike night every Thursday collecting loyalty, and the importance of each member and the money for a different charity each time. On the Thursday Chapter as a whole. – Submitted by Jennifer Mitchell that Zeta Kappa co-sponsored the event, donations were made to the Robbie Page Memorial. Five sisters contributed ZETA RHO – Johnson & Wales University, Providence, RI their own personal performances, and the entire Chapter The Zeta Rho chapter actively participated in Drunk Driving sang Happy Birthday to the ASSIST president. Awareness Week. Kimberly McNulty, Ashley Cannon, and – Submitted by Kristin Shernoff Heather Drever took part in “Dead For a Day” by wearing

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black and not talking to anyone. All of the candidates ETA ETA-Lynn University, Boca Raton, FL represented the number of people killed in drunk driving The Eta Eta chapter had a successful semester despite the accidents in Rhode Island. The day ended with “Light the postponement of one of their events due to Hurricane Night” during which all of the Sisters attended a memorial Wilma cancelling two weeks cancellation of school. They service to honor all who have lost their lives in drunk driving accidents. – Submitted by Krista Riegler and Amanda Hawkins

ZETA UPSILON – Fitchburg State College, Fitchburg, MA Zeta Upsilon members participated in the Out of the Darkness Suicide Walk in Boston. During Breast Cancer Awareness Week, the Chapter set up a table to collect donations and raise community awareness. During the same month they helped the rest of the Greek community throw a Halloween party for local children. – Submitted by Samantha Howe and Erin Harty

ZETA CHI – Coastal Carolina University, Conway, SC Eta Beta and Epsilon Pi were co-stars at a bowling Sisterhood. The women were busy last semester planning a participated in date auction and pageant to raise money for the Robbie two very Page Memorial. Contestants representing Zeta Chi and the important community walks. The first was a suicide Coastal Carolina student body were asked to donate $2 or prevention walk sponsored by “Out of the Darkness an unwrapped children’s toy to enter the pageant. Then, Community Walks: American Foundation for Suicide one by one, the contestants were auctioned off to members Prevention.” Less than a week later, the Sisters raised more of the audience. The following night, the women of Zeta than $1,000 and participated in “Making Strides Against Chi hosted a dinner for the contestants and their dates. The Breast Cancer,” sponsored by the American Cancer Society. couple bringing highest bid were named Prince and Princess – Submitted by Tami Saslo of the first annual auction. Kelli Gleason, one of the Zeta Chi new members, was auctioned for $350 and was ETA KAPPA – Texas Woman’s University, Denton, TX crowned Princess. This fundraiser brought in more than Eta Kappa initiated ten women into the Chapter. They ate $900 for RPM. – Submitted by Chelsea O’Donnell lunch together after initiation and enjoyed a day filled with Sisterhood and – College of New Jersey, Ewing, NJ team building. Zeta Psi Events recently held included its 4th annual relays, trust “Miss TCNJ” activities and Pageant, one singing Sigma of the songs. Chapter’s most – Submitted by important Christianne fundraising Kellett events for the Robbie Page ETA LAMBDA Memorial. This – Moravian College, Eta Lambda gave this hawk a second chance. pageant, Bethlehem, PA however, is no The Sisters of the Eta Lambda shared a busy and exciting ordinary weekend doing volunteer work in Hanover Township in The Zeta Psi chapter and their 2006 winner! beauty pageant but a Bethlehem, PA. While engaged, they spotted a hawk stuck drag competition! in a tree and called the Township firefighters for the use of Seven contestants in this its ladder. The hawk was rescued by a husband and wife year’s pageant were members of or were sponsored by who save several campus organizations, including PRISM, the gay- hawks straight alliance. The joint efforts of all participants helped voluntarily and raise nearly $800. – Submitted by Nancy Fazzari was taken to the Pocono ETA BETA – Newberry College, Newberry, SC Wildlife To welcome their new Sisters, the Eta Beta Chapter held a Rehabilitation Sisterhood event at the local bowling lanes. The Tri Sigma Center for chapter at Presbyterian College was also invited to share in treatment. – this sisterhood event. Submitted by – Submitted by Kayli Winton Natalee Albert

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LYNCHBURG COLLEGE COLONY, Lynchburg, VA ETA NU – Ramapo College of New Jersey, Mahwah, NJ This year the Lynchburg Colony enjoyed its first Halloween The women of Epsilon Nu had the pleasure of initiating together and threw a party for all the Sisters. Music, candy eight new members at National Headquarters. This was the and conversation soon moved to a game of pass-the-orange first time for most of the members to visit the Mabel Lee using only their chins. The women then gathered in a circle Walton House. Some of the Sisters were privileged to stay for an activity led by the Leadership Consultant, Katherine inside the house for the night, an experience that no one Fishburn. Sisters anonymously recognized each other for will ever forget. Epsilon Nu was invited to attend ACAC, outstanding achievements and moral character. The party where it received the Jane E. Kinderman Standards of concluded with a game of Pictionary. Efficiency award. – Submitted by Jennifer Childers – Submitted by Morgan Smith

ETA OMICRON – Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX The Eta Johnson and Omicron chapter participated in Wales Colony the 85th Annual Tree of Light Ceremony. Closes Held in the middle of the By Laura Sweet, campus, each Alpha Sigma, National President organization made an Recently Executive Council had to make very difficult ornament to decisions regarding our Johnson and Wales, Denver, put on the tree CO, Colony. We wanted to share the circumstances representing Eta Omicrons “Light It Up” at their campus’s Annual Tree Lighting. resulting in this decision with you so you would them. understand our rationale and join with us in supporting Participants also donated canned goods that were brought to the local Good those who are involved. Shepard Mission. – Submitted by Kimberly Fregia In April 2005 the colony was notified that it had been placed on alert status for failure to fulfill ETA PI – Metro State College, Parker, CO installation requirements since colonization in January While still the only National sorority on campus, Eta Pi 2004. At this time the installation was delayed until the welcomed a new Greek organization to campus, the Sigma Fall 2005 trimester, in hopes of establishing a strong Nu Fraternity. Chapter leaders helped organize an ice cream and vibrant colony with a membership of 26. In the fall social. They hope it will be the first of many events to come of 2005, the colony requested that the deadline for that bring young Greeks together. achieving the membership goal be extended through – Submitted by Destinee’ Goodnight the formal recruitment period, January 2006, to provide ETA RHO – Armstrong Atlantic State University, opportunities for first year students to participate. The Savannah, GA goal at this time was still set at the campus total of 26 Service has been a main focus for Eta Rho. They held their members. While we have experienced success in many second annual Golf Tournament raising almost $600 for the areas, it has become apparent that the interest in Foundation, and organized two hospital visits to Savannah’s sorority life on campus does not provide the number of Memorial Hospital. Small groups visited the children’s ward women to fulfill our colony requirements. to play games with the children and distribute coloring Kathryn Carlson, Collegiate Coordinator, will work books and crayons. – Submitted by Meagan N. Zike with the colony officers and advisors to collect all colony memorabilia, manuals, equipment and records, which ETA SIGMA – Culver-Stockton College, Canton, MO will be returned to our National Headquarters. Financial The guest artist production of Noises Off at Culver-Stockton records will be reconciled and local bank accounts College brought a familiar name to the campus. Michael Boatman, co-star to Michael J. Fox on Spin City, was the closed under the direction of Brenda Ray, Colony guest artist this year. Eta Sigma Sisters, Willhelmina Director, and Sarah George, Chapter Advisor, and with McLafferty and Heather Meyer starred with Mr. Boatman in the supervision of the National Treasurer. the production. – Submitted by Gina Shipman This decision was made after significant effort to maintain a viable chapter, extensive deliberations and with a heavy heart, but we feel it is in the best interests of the colony, of the members, of the campus and of the National Organization.

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ARIZONA COLORADO INDIANA PHOENIX ALUMNAE Chapter’s annual salad DENVER ALUMNAE spent a Saturday FORT WAYNE ALUMNAE were busy this luncheon was highlighted by the Arc morning in December setting up the Santa past year collecting gifts for the Mental Degree Ceremony for three new Tri Shop where children who live at Warren Health Association. It’s one of the chapter’s Sigmas: member Paty Bhatti’s daughter, Village select gifts for their parents. philanthropic endeavors that many Jasmine and closest friend, Theresa Rigoli; Warren Village is a self-help program for members enjoy. and Amy Rassas, sister-in-law of member single parents, providing low-rent housing Stacey Burgess Rassas, Beta Kappa. and in-house childcare while the parents go to college or trade schools. This is the primary local philanthropy of the Denver Area Alumnae Chapter.

Denver alumnae enjoy a holiday gathering.

Fort Wayne Alumnae collecting gifts for the Mental Health Association. Top row, left to right: Amy Schneider Nelson, Epsilon Xi; Joyce Thomas Briner, Beta Gamma; Vernae Thomas ILLINOIS Johnston, Kappa. Bottom row: Margaret DeLand Neuhauser, CHICAGO NORTHWEST SUBURBAN Gamma Delta; Deborah Woodroof, Beta Gamma; and Nancy Deister Sprague, Beta Gamma. ALUMNAE received a special presentation from a Sister Sigma, Leslie Edstrom, Beta Alpha, on Embrace the Children — an organization supporting orphanages in KANSAS Russia and Guatemala. The members WICHITA ALUMNAE Chapter’s Sister and Phoenix Alumnae enjoying a salad luncheon. brought diapers, clothes and plastic bins beading expert, Christy Tucker Paul, Delta New alumnae initiates of the Phoenix Alumnae Chapter. for taking the items overseas. The chapter Phi, assisted Sisters in making beaded learned how a few committed women jewelry. The jewelry is a fundraiser for CALIFORNIA have made a real difference in the lives of the Chapter. SAN FRANCISCO ALUMNAE donated children and their mothers. backpacks and school supplies to Operation Iraqi Children. The kits were packed in a warehouse in Kansas City and then shipped to Iraq. The kits were distributed to Iraqi children by U.S. troops. The Chapter received a thank you letter from T. Paul House, Lieutenant Colonel, U. S. Army, and Commander from Camp Bucca, Iraq. He said the supplies help the troops to meet a legitimate need by providing goods to schools with few resources, strengthening relationships with the local Iraqi people and sending a positive message of cooperation and Chicago NW Suburban Alumnae pack gifts for Wichita Alumnae making beaded jewelry. Pictured left to right: hope. Moreover, soldiers benefit from the orphans. Pictured left to right: Meg Pfeifer Lamonica, April Minor Lawson, Alpha Gamma; Julie O’Brien Nuessen, Pi; opportunity to do something positive in Beta Alpha; Leslie Edstrom, Beta Alpha; and Christy Tucker Paul, ; Penny Lamb, Alpha Gamma; and the community. The Chapter is proud to Marjorie Gove Pfeifer, Beta Lambda. Lou Anna Moore Rowland, Alpha Iota. contribute to this great not-for-profit organization and to demonstrate “Sigmas Serve Children” on an international level.

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MICHIGAN OHIO total of $200 for the Make-A-Wish GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN ALUMNAE CINCINNATI ALUMNAE chapter was busy Foundation. Mary Anne’s sub-committee Chapter initiated Michelle Frazho, a last fall raising money for the “Wish Upon also solicited baked goods and candies graduate of Sienna College, into our A Tree” event for the Make-A-Wish from area stores for the Sweet Shoppe, bonds on November 19, 2005 (pictured Foundation of Southern Ohio. Mary Anne which raised $1,200 for the Foundation. below). It was the first alumna initiation Gill Asbury, Kappa, served on the steering for the Chapter. Michelle attended Sigma’s committee for the event and solicited the OKLAHOMA National Convention in Scottsdale in 2004 help of her Sisters. The chapter assembled OKLAHOMA CITY METROPOLITAN with her sister, Renee Frazho, Alpha Rho. and donated a snowman kitchen basket, a ALUMNAE chapter has generated interest hostess baking basket, a let‘s make and participation with “Backpacking with cookies basket, a country decor wreath Sigma.” It involves members purchasing and broom, and a Mary Kay Cosmetics backpacks and filling them with needed wreath for the silent auction, raising a books, personal hygiene articles and toys for children who have been removed from their homes by the Department of Human Services. These children usually have left their homes with few personal items and Cincinnati Alumnae assembling gift baskets pictured left to right: Mary Anne Gill Asbury, Kappa; Carol Juhasz Ladrigan, Kappa; Nora Eyre Moushey, Kappa; Jean Ratcliff, Kappa; Cheryl Kaderavek Campbell, Kappa; and Kathy Wachter, Beta Rho. Participants not pictured are: Jill Smittle Waldon, Kappa; and Cheryl Bartkus Dorschug, Kappa.

Grand Rapids, Michigan Alumnae Convention inspired Michelle to seek membership in our Sigma Sisterhood. Michele Frazho is pictured front row, center, with her sister, Renee Frazho, to her left.

MISSOURI GREATER ST. LOUIS ALUMNAE have been on the move throughout the year. They kicked off the year with a garden party at the home of Susan Tucker, Beta Beta. Her garden was featured in the St. Louis Homes Magazine. They then celebrated Sigma’s newest Golden Violet, Alma Tournour Lewis, Alpha Lambda, and volunteered for the Women’s Event, a breast cancer fundraiser where Marilyn McGraw Beiter, Beta Xi, won a beautiful necklace from the raffle.

NEW JERSEY JERSEY SHORE ALUMNAE have been participating in an All Women Build Habitat for Humanity in Mount Holly, New Jersey. It was 92 degrees outside, and they were mixing and pouring the cement foundation.

Jersey Shore Alumnae participating in an All Women Build Habitat for Humanity.

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are housed temporarily until they are donated items, with the list of needed WASHINGTON placed in other facilities or foster homes. items provided by the DHS. This is great SEATTLE AREA ALUMNAE enjoyed seeing In the past the chapter has provided project that could be accomplished by an “Menopause the Musical.” In January the “goodie bags,” but the members’ alumnae or collegiate chapter in most members visited the Washington State response to this philanthropic effort has locations. They are proud to be continuing Legislature to see their representatives in exceeded the chapter’s goals. Members the tradition of “Sigmas Serve Children,” action and to tour the newly renovated also have the opportunity to donate and, of course, many of the backpacks Capitol Building. money so members can purchase are purple! backpacks and contents. One member works for DHS and submitted the idea for TENNESSEE consideration to the group. This has been NASHVILLE ALUMNAE (pictured below) an on-going project and has been well Chapter gathered to enjoy Sigma received by the agency as well as by the friendship and prepare for members. Dentists, companies, etc. have Convention 2007. Charter members of the Nashville Alumnae Chapter Dot Wallen Eielson, Alpha Zeta; Julie Lammel, Alpha Sigma; and Glenda Doyle Merhoff, Alpha Theta welcome Niketa Hailey, Alpha Chi, to her first Alumnae meeting.

Women from four classes of Alpha Thetas from Radford University attended a Harrisburg Alumnae celebrating 45th anniversary baby shower in January. Pictured left to right are: Amber Morra Pickett ’97, Gina Morra Smith ’95, Erin Schultz Gibson ’99, and Annie Merjos Hacker ’94.

Upcoming Reunion: DELTA PHI

The Delta Phi Chapter of Sigma Sigma Sigma will hold its first Reunion BBQ on June 3, 2006 from 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. at Antioch Acres Park in Overland Park, KS. They are in need of current addresses and e-mail addresses for some Sisters. For more information about the reunion or to update information for the directory, please contact: Emily (Greer) Davis 7231 Hardy,Nashville Overland Park, KS 66204 (913) 789-8486 • [email protected]

34 They look forward to hearing from everyone real soon and hope to see as many as possible at the Reunion! OurAlumnae 35 Patsy met John Mooney while acting in While in Los Angeles, Patsy sought out She returned to Phoenix after 24 years On October 3, 2005, at the age of 84, offered a flute-teaching job at a music offered studio. The income was small, but livable, and she loved working in music. though a play at their Hollywood church, they did not marry right away. Sigma and, the Pasadena Chapter of Tri found that her Beta with nostalgia and joy, Bette Blythe Lewis, had Kappa Sister, Sigma Los Angeles Tri organized the West this chapter the From Alumnae Chapter. Long Beach Chapter emerged. current in California for her aging parents to care young and hung out her shingle to inspire flutists and pianists at St. Francis School. teaching in 1991, Patsy Retiring from by joining continued her musical interests the Phoenix Symphony women, who had established an outlet for solo and ensemble skills. Patsy performed two beautiful piano pieces at the Kerr Cultural Center in Scottsdale, AZ. While she never quite achieved fame and fortune, for 80 years she has touched many lives with her love of music. By Beverly Wegwart Trowbridge, Psi, Psi, Trowbridge, By Beverly Wegwart Phoenix Alumnae Chapter Later she moved with her son to 1952 at Arizona State University. California to find fame and fortune into the Beta Kappa Chapter in in the studios. Her competition in Music Education. Patsy was initiated flute while pursuing undergraduate studies included some of the best musicians in the the due to scarce world, and jobs were to motion pictures changes from television. After being accepted into the the Los Angeles Flute Club, she acquired contacts she needed, but these jobs paid for an little. So Patsy worked as a secretary taught piano, and insurance company, She joined a national sang in church. music organization and was church Friday night kicked off with a Sigma reunion of Omicron alumnae. With of Omicron Sisters such as with a Sigma reunion Friday night kicked off A special tent was set up for a activities. The next morning reunion began with more With this event will be talked about for quite much fun and many new bonds created, t was not just Homecoming last fall for Eastern Michigan University, but a true reunion for Eastern Homecoming last fall t was not just Michigan University, weekend in Ypsilanti, MI. weekend in Ypsilanti, away as California as far from Julie Beshara Kashou coming as Lisa Montini to Sisters such of nearly 75 Sisters they enjoyed the company nearby Ypsilanti, Briegel coming from that full of photos, jackets, songbooks, and scrapbooks The house was together. gathered the early eighties to the late nineties shared in school from spanned many years. Sisters and Week, Greek Big and Little Sisters, living in the Sigma house, memories of pledging, to the ’80s from CDs with songs mainly Jennifer Zacharias Crane created more. memory book put together by Erin Martin years. An incredible commemorate their college enjoyed. Schlagheck was thoroughly Krueger and Kristen Martin up with an all-Greek by the football game. The evening wrapped tailgate party followed as collegiate Sisters willing to alumnae Omicron out nearly as many Reunion that brought Three).” Family (Sigma Are skills to “We their dancing show off part of the all of the women who were some time. The many Sisters in attendance and and friendships. memory book showed the true bond of Sisterhood I 1) Omicron alumnae on Homecoming morning. Walk” Awareness “Health Alumnae joined collegians and potential members in the 2) funds to Alumnae Chapter to raise sponsored by the Eastern Michigan University Greek endow a scholarship for the Greek men and women on campus. a break, Taking left to right are Omicron alumnae: Linda Clayton, Leslie Nowel, Gail Cebulski, Heather Sauve. 5 3 PM Page Page PM 20 : 1

6/6/06 In 1943 she married Lt. J.G. When Peter was school age, Patsy went atsy O’Rourke Kendig Mooney, Beta atsy O’Rourke Kendig Mooney, Western Wayne Washtenaw Celebrates Reunion Celebrates Washtenaw Wayne Western

Significant Sigma: Patsy O’Rourke Patsy Significant Sigma: A Labor of Love A Legacy of Music, P Kappa, was born in Terrell, TX, on Kappa, was born in Terrell, November 8,1921. She began piano lessons at age four and child prodigy a was considered in Glendale, AZ, after playing and two piano solos three duets for radio station Phoenix. By age KFAD, twelve she turned to the flute, joining the Phoenix Union High School She played Orchestra. second flute for the early Phoenix Symphony Orchestra II disrupted War World before its survival. Wiley S. Kendig. While in Atlantic NJ, for the last phase of his Fighter City, he was killed one day after Pilot Training, learning After that Patsy was pregnant. Peter Wiley was born, Patsy returned to Arizona to teach piano and flute. She played second flute in the Phoenix following its Symphony Orchestra inauguration in 1947. She taught back to college for her degree. 2006 ng i Spr 41,736 463.73 00:7:35 .... OurAlumnae 1,543,275 ...... Dec 05-Feb 2006 Dec 05-Feb on the on WEB ave you visited the website Traffic on the Web on the Traffic Total Sessions Total Total Hits Total Average Sessions / Day Average Avg. of Session (H:M:S) Length H yet? Have you entered Members yet? Have you entered Only yet? http://www.sigmasigmasigma.org/ pages/sss_members::register — an easy to submit form to get onto the website. I would love to you today! hear from Becky Klenklen Welsh, Delta Phi, National Webmaster [email protected] What’s New New What’s Since then she and Paul have spent Since then she and Paul Madeira, Portugal; La Gomera and Las Madeira, Portugal; La Gomera Casablanca, Palma, Canary Islands; leg of The final and Gibraltar. Morocco; in Belgium. her trip was four days cities of touring the weeks in Turkey three Bodrum, Ephesus and Aphrodisias, many trips during Istanbul. They also make Chicago, the year to the East Coast, visiting the Houston, and LaJolla, CA in their and grandchildren children combined families. Last summer, my husband and I welcomed our Last summer, It was comforting in those very long and I was amazed! And I was reminded that Sigma first child, a beautiful baby boy whom we named Ethan. When he was just 22 hours old, something went terribly wrong and he stopped breathing. He would spend his last 11 days in the NICU of hospital (more than an the nearest children’s hour away). On the fourth day there, we began to receive personalized e-cards from many people, including Sigmas from across the country — not from members of collegiate but from Sigmas I had never met! I chapter, assumed that someone from my collegiate chapter had remained more involved with Sigma than I knew and had spread the news through several know existed. Ironically, channels I didn’t of the cards (including one from an alumnae chapter) came from New Orleans, which was touched by a tragedy of its own a few months later. days to know that others were thinking difficult we After Ethan passed away, of our family. received more cards at home, each with personalized wishes for our son and our family. I discovered that, by pure Several weeks later, coincidence, another member of the online pregnancy/parenting community in which I participated — who lived 2000 miles away — was a Sigma, too. (In another coincidence, we realized that we had actually spoken at one point years ago when we lived in the same city and she was She had shared the starting an alumnae chapter.) news through a Sigma newsgroup, and the news traveled from there. is indeed for a lifetime, often when you least expect it! a Golden Violet, Indeed! Violet, a Golden ne of San Francisco Alumnae Chapter’s ne of San Francisco Alumnae In 2005 she spent three weeks in India visiting In 2005 she spent three took her to Lisbon, Her next excursion in 2005 San Francisco Alumna Ding Young, Alumna Francisco San Golden Violets, Ding Young, Alpha Upsilon, is a Golden Violets, Young, Ding her husband, Paul. A busy world traveler with Ding San Francisco high school teacher, retired the U.S. and the World. enjoys traveling all over Mumbai, and Agra, Jaipur, several cities including caves, local markets, New Delhi. She toured to Mahal, just the Taj museums, temples, and name a few sites. Seabourn the aboard Portugal, on a 13-day cruise Pride with ports of call in locations in Funchal, O 36 PM Page Page PM 20 : From time to time we receive time to time we receive From 1

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Maleah Gustafson, Gamma Kappa writes: I was While reading the fall issue of The Triangle, struck by the many ways in which we are all connected and want to share my small story of how Sisterhood has touched my life far after graduation — and in ways I could never have imagined! real part of the collegiate experience (echoed at every initiation event), I was recently reminded that these bonds stretch beyond our collegiate campuses, my now-closed collegiate chapter, Gamma Kappa, and busy lives after graduation. Through numerous moves and the distractions of daily living, I have lost touch with many people, including most of my college classmates. Editor’s Note: Editor’s Sigmas who have been unusually touched one way or another by heartfelt messages from run them as space permits. Enjoy the following! will Sisterhood. We Davis,Emily Greer Delta Phi writes: I would never trade my days as a Delta Phi. When I entered college, I never thought I would join a but only through joining a sorority was I sorority, I really able to blossom and grow into the person For the first time, I had real girl friends, am today. many with whom I am still in contact. I learned invaluable leadership skills, which this once-shy girl never would have sought out or developed on her own. I learned what it is like to have people depend on you to follow through on your word and to know you have someone to depend on in return. spirit as Sigmas is still alive and strong. I feel our Delta Phi reunion will help bring women back to the organization once they know that Sigma is still there for them. I can hardly wait for June 3rd to be here and get so excited when I find a new e- mail in my mailbox from someone I have never met who is interested in coming to the reunion! Ding Young and friends at Lake Palace in India. in Palace and friends at Lake Young Ding 2006 36 ng i Spr 37 us. . encouraged Because Mrs. Jan accomplishments with us and shared in the joys and of everyday sorrows than life. On more one occasion, I even cried to her over the of school stresses and my frustrations with a boyfriend. She was an outstanding sister. was such a vital part of the Sisterhood of Alpha Chi, her diagnosis of brain personal cancer in October 2005 celebrated with us on Faithful Unto Death hit us all with was Sisterhood at its strongest: one was Sisterhood at its strongest: Mrs. Jan passed away on February and lifetime goals, and helped our and lifetime goals, and that environment Chapter maintain an development of strong, the fostered all of us. Somehow, womanly character in maintain personal she also managed to She also friendships with our women. How could this unbelievable force. months invincible woman, who three had been battling over before bidmatching, suddenly be battling for her but she life? Her illness was a reality, chose to deal with it in a way that just how amazing she was. She proved letters, hosted the weekly officer wrote meetings, e-mailed like it was going out- of-style, and most of all, The Chapter might not have seen her every week, but we most certainly felt in our lives. her presence 25th, 2006, and was buried with her badge gracefully pinned to her chest. As came to a close the graveside ceremony and the members of Alpha Chi walked I looked over my shoulder for one away, last glimpse of the scene. Our Sisters, in their black suits and skirts, walked back to swollen eyes. The one their cars with red, idea that pervaded my thoughts was that this final testament that Mrs. Jan had, indeed, lived as a Sigma, “Mrs. Jan” with her husband, Bill In Memory of Memory In By Nancy Parrish, Alpha Chi President Alpha Parrish, By Nancy the rock that we the rock always Ever Forward and in Our Hearts and in Our Forward Ever Janith Jones Wilson: Wilson: Jones Janith o truly appreciate the amazing life of o truly appreciate Do not let your She guided Alpha Chi in a way that the woman whom we lovingly referred to lovingly referred the woman whom we first be able to cre- as Mrs. Jan, one must of this outstanding ate a mental picture and taller than 5’3’’ woman. She stood no than 105 pounds on never carried more her frame. Her short blonde hair was always brushed per- fectly into place, and her pants were with always ironed the straightest of She has creases. been described on than one occa- more sion as “the perfect which hostess,’’ attributed probably to the fact that most of the Alpha Chis her as the revered perfect Southern woman. of this mental picture lady fool you. She was a When in every sense of the word. fireball she spoke, we listened. When it came to the Alpha Chi at Murray State University, Mrs. Jan was needed to lean on in tough times. By the Mrs. Jan time I began as a new member, had been serving as advisor of the Alpha Chi Chapter for over ten years. what the very beginning, I wondered From it was that made her such a gentle yet Perhaps her ability to lead potent force. our Chapter was a gift bestowed on her by God, or perhaps she gained those skills in the nearly fifteen years that she served. I personally believe that it was a little of both of those elements, but either way, angel over Mrs. Jan was like a guardian our Sisterhood. the development of leadership fostered and chairmen. She skills in our officers spark within all of encouraged the creative us while keeping outrageous ideas within she appreciated importantly, Most reason. us as the young women that we were, backgrounds each of us with our different T 7 3 PM Page Page PM 20 : PSI 1 NU ZETA IOTA KAPPA SIGMA

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Convention Planning in Nashville

The Executive Council met February Gwen Maniscalco, Meeting Convention experience for all Tri 9-12, 2006 at the Sheraton Music Planner, will take care of our every Sigma Sisters. City, our 2007 Convention hotel need while working with the hotel The highlight of the weekend was located in Nashville. There are management to ensure a successful a reception with the Nashville meeting rooms galore, a beautiful Alumnae. They are thrilled that convention hall and banquet areas. Convention will be in their city and We are sure to have a glorious Tri have plans underway for an Sigma gathering in Nashville! unforgettable program.

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