SIGMA KAPPA TRIANGLE 164lt THE EDITOR Volume 107, Issue 1

The official magazine of. i~a Kappa roritl founded at Colby C:oUege. \\'atenille, ME, No\'ember 9, 187-l

Sigma Kappa National Headquarters Dear Sigma Kappa si ter , 8733 Founders Road Indianapolis. L--: ~268 Telephone: 317-872-3275 - You have probably already noticed that there' FA-X: 317-872-0716 "~'"' · i~akappa.org something different about yo ur Sigma Kappa Hours of operation: 8 a.m. 5 p.m. 1iiangle. Whether yo u're reading this in th e lllonday-Friday traditional hard copy or our new digital format, I think yo u'll agree that big change have been Director of Publications .MaUOI)' R. Curtis. DtltnlH/tn made to the look and feel of the magazine. Associate Director of Publications Rachel 1\!. Nelson Thi ummer has been one of change for not Features Editor only the magazine, but the entire Sigma Kappa Dana Cmitz Hackley, &w -?,tin organization. Sigma Kappa's new visual identity 826 GaUion A'-enue was revealed at COTS on july 9, causing great Pittsburgh, PA 15226 excitement among member about the direction Alumnae Editor l\ lelissa Wilmer Seele)•, Epsilon Tau of our sorority. Even with these changes meant 138 16 Loretta Drive to take Sigma Kappa into the future, our so rority Tustin, CA 92780 will alway be firmly rooted in the ideals and Collegiate Editor values on which it was based: ftiendship, loyalty, L.:'luren Bennett Cameron, Xi 2826 \'aUey \ 'iew Terrace service, and personal growth. J efferson Ciry,l\!0 65109-1051

It is in thi pirit of growth and evolution that we Production welcome two new chapters, Kappa Pi, Clemso n Dickmeyer and Company 99 East I 06th 1.rcet University, and Kappa Rho, University of Indianapolis, 1.1'\ +6280 California-Irvine. Our new chapters will bring a Collegiate Deadlines wealth of intelligent, diverse, and well-rounded pring i sue December I women into Sigma Kappa's sisterhood. ummcr is~uc :\(arch I Autumn issue June I \\'inter issue eptember I In addition to our new vi ual identity and Alumnae Deadlines new chapters, Sigma Kappa Sormity hopes Spring issue February I to impact the wo rld in an entirely new way by Summer i uc May I \ Vinter issue Nmember I taking on a new initiati e to reduce our carbon footprint. Humans impact the environment Sigma Kappa Triangle every day by depleting the Earth's resources, is published quanerly by Sigma Kappa . orority, releasing harmful ga es into the atmo phere, and 8733 Founders Road, Indianapolis, I · 16268. The annual subsc ription fee is 2, paid through producing staggering amounts of waste. In thi lifetime mcmbersltip. Periodicals postage paid at issue of the Sigma Kappa Triangle, yo u can learn Indianapolis. IN, and at additional mailing offi c._. P1intcd in USA, i~a Kappa U P 1'16-080. imple, e eryday tip and tricks to reduce your impact on the Earth. You'll al o learn about Postmaster an out tanding alumna who built the fir t-ever Please se nd addre s changes to: LEED Platinum-certified H abitat for Humanity igma !lappa T nangk 8733 f ounders Road home. I hope yo u will take from thi i ue that Indianapolis, 1.1'\ 16268. mall change an add up to big re ult . Member In igma Kappa Frate n1ity Communication~ A.\sociation :'\ational PanheUenic Editors Conference

FRATERNITY COMMUNICATIONS Mallory R. Curtis, Delta Della ASSOCIATION igma Kappa Iiiangle editor ktrian le igmakappa.org

IGMA KAPPA T RlA GLE I UMMER 2009 2 SIGMA KAPPA GLE VOLUME 106, ISSUE 4

FEATURES

A New Look for Sigma Kappa ...... S Sigma K appa's new visual identity celebrates the past and looks toward the future

One Heart, A Greener Way ...... lO Learn simple ways to lessen your impact on the environment

A Platinum Heart...... 14 Read about an alumna who made history while helping -the environment and a family in need

Welcome Kappa Pi & Kappa Rho ...... 32 Get to know our two newest chapters and their incredible members

IN EVERY ISSUE

From the Editor...... 2

What's Happening ...... 4

From the Desk Of...... S

Voices Strong ...... 6

Hearts United ...... 7

Chapter News ...... l7

In Memoriam ...... 31

On the Cover: Traci D. Sooter, Delta Upsilon, Missouri State University, uses her architectural skills to help her community and the environment.

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Sister ,

What do you think of when you hear the word change?"

Sometimes change is exciting and fresh; ometimes change i a little un ettling. Sigma Kappa i changing tl1e way we relate to our member and friend and while it's a bit different, it's most definitely an exciting time for the Sorority!

First we have a bold, fresh, new visual identity r vealed at our College Officer Training School tl1at's now on di play in a variety of media, including our impressive and contemporary new Web ite. This identity, while innovative, preserves our cherished value created 135 year ago by our five brave founder . It builds on our already strong foundation to pre ent a me sage that's more in line with today's evolving society and its trends. The tagline "Voice Strong. Hearts United." highlights what we already know about Sigma Kappa and our sisterhood, sharing these characteristics with the public. These simple phrases display the principles so very important to each and every one of us as Sigma Kappa members.

In addition, we have revamped the layout of the Sigma Kappa Triangle. It i our hope that this new look will make the magazine more inviting and acces ible, but it is also our intent to align the Sigma Kappa Triangle with our initiative to reduce our footprint on the environment. We want to take thi unique opportunity to portray a more consistent message both through graphjc impact and sustainable solutions- not only to our members and alumnae, but al o to the world.

As an organization, Sigma Kappa has made a concerted effort to bring our community into tbjs technology driven era. Sigma Kappa is now visible on ilie major social networking sites, including Facebook and Twitter. While some may be reluctant to embrace these venture into tl1e virtual world, tl1ese Web site and oiliers like iliem can serve as useful tools for reconnecting wiililifelong friend , as well as increase networking and open up new opportunities. I will adllUt, I am addicted to Facebook and enjoy using it to keep up with my friends and sister across ilie country!

As we strive to remain relevant boili in your life and in the public' perception, we hope you will embrace iliese injtiative a you have embraced each oilier. It is time once again for Sigma Kappa to serve as pioneers-ju t as our founders did- in order to maintain our great and Ia ting legacy.

Sigma Love,

Laura L. Owsley Alpha Chi ational Pre ident pre ident@ igmakappa.org

IGMA KAPPA TRJ GLE I UMMER 2009 4 KEEP UP WITH SIGMA KAPPA ONLINE!

What is Social Networking? Getting together with sisters for coffee and keeping up with their lives is getting harder and harder these days. Time constraints, families, jobs, and geography make it tough to stay in touch. But social networking has made it possible for all of us to reconnect and renew our focus on friendship and sisterhood.

Social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter, video sharing sites, wikis, blogs, and others aim to enhance creativity, communication, information sharing, collaboration and functionality of the web. What that means in layman's terms is that now, instead of just clicking and reading, people can create and upload content. In the world of social networking, the Internet is no longer used just to send a message - it's also being used to have a conversation.

So many people have gotten on board with this exciting new trend that over the last year, the number of minutes each person spends on social n.etworking sites has nearly doubled. According to Reuters, Facebook.com is the most visited Web site on the Internet and traffic at Twitter.com has increased 3, 712 percent from a year ago. With more people than ever spending time on social networking sites, it makes sense that Sigma Kappa would want to increase its online presence. Now you can become a fan of Sigma Kappa on Facebook and follow Sigma Kappa on Twitter!

What is Facebook? Facebook is a free web-based social utility that helps people communicate more efficiently with their friends, family, coworkers and others. Anyone can sign up for Facebook and facebook. interact with people they know. The Sigma Kappa fan page on Facebook is a place to keep up with the latest news, take part in contests, learn fun facts, get reminders, and find out about great things that yo ur sisters are doing all over the country and the world. You'll be able to tell us your good news, ask us questions, share pictures, and much more! Visit www.facebook.com to get an account.

What is Twitter? Twitter is a free communication service that allows people and organizations to send brief, frequent messages, called "tweets" to a group of "followers" on their computers or mobile phones. Followers can tweet back, as well as search tweets for new information.

Get an insider's look at Sigma Kappa by following us on Twitter! Recently, members followed us @SigmaKappa as we launched our new visual identity and tweeted live during COTS. We want to hear what you have to say hare your thoughts and ideas with us! Sign up at www.twitter.com.

Become a fan of Sigma Kappa on Facebook and follow Sigma Kappa on Twitter today!

5 SIGMA KAPPA TRJANGLE I SUMMER. 2009 &LceJ ·STRONG

Michele Michael Molden, Alpha Iota, Miami niver ity (OH), ha been named to Modern Healthcare's list of the Top 25 Women in Healthcare for 2009. She is pre ident and CEO of the Piedmont H eart Institute in Atlanta. The li t recognize female healthcare executive from aero the nation who e work has led to significant improvement in the healthcare indu try and its ability to care for patients.

In order to be selected for the program, the candidate mu t have succe sfully served as a leader or managed an organization or company; shown the ability or power to effect change in the healthcare industry; and served as a role model or mentor to other female healthcare executives.

Michele facilitated the integration of three Atlanta-region cardiology groups and the corresponding formation of the Piedmont Heart Institute; led the development of Piedmont Healthcare's first-ever Women's Leadership Alliance; and shares her knowledge of the industry a an adjunct assistant professor in the Executive Ma ter of Health Administration program at tl1e University of Washington's School of Public H ealth and Community Medicine.

Becky Carnaby Davis, Theta Eta, University of Nevada-Las Vegas, has published a children's book entitled Red Cmpet Chronicles. In the book, young readers learn about desert plants and trees from red carpet reporter Terri Terrain. These colorful plant characters reveal their secrets for thriving beautifully in the hot, dry climate of the southwestern landscape.

Red Cmpet Chronicles provides the fascinating answers to questions like: H ow do desert plants store water to survive many months of no rain? What plant can be used to treat burns and bug bites? Which unique bush looks dead during drought times- but comes quickly back to life and blooms as soon as it rains?

The illustrated picture book, sponsored by the non-profit organization that supports the Winchester Park and Desert Demonstration Garden in Las Vegas, teaches children about de ert plants that are "water-smart" additions to the landscape.

Christy Ellis Stucker, Theta Rho, Univer ity of Kentucky, wa crowned Mr . Kentucky America 2009 on May 23 in Louisville. She prevailed over 17 other contestants for the title.

Christy is ajazzerci e instructor and fitness center owner, a monthly columni t for The Hamburg Journal (Lexington, KY), a commercial/lifestyle model, and mother of two daughters. he wa also Mr . U.S. Globe and fourth runner-up in Mr . Globe in 2005. She enjoys doing volunteer work in the community and speaking about "Fitne for the Family," the foundation she developed to educate and encourage active lifestyles for families.

Christy will go on to compete at the Mr . America Pageant in outhern California in Fall 2009.

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HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF SIGMA KAPPA Participate in the National Council Nominating Process

OnJuly 7-ll, 20 10, Sigma Kappas from across the nation will should have demonstrated skills in leadership, management, gather in Orlando, Florida, for the purpose of conducting the communication and organization. business of the Sorority and to elect eight women to serve on national council for the 20 l 0-2012 biennium. Those officers All current Council members are eligible to continue service to be elected include the president and seven vice presidents: in the 20 l 0-2012 biennium. They, too, must be nominated alumnae, collegiate chapters, membership, extension, to be considered by the committee for a national council programming, communication and finance. position.

The responsibility for nominating members for positions on T he Handbook fir the Nominating Committee may be found on national council is the duty of every Sigma K appa alumna the Sigma Kappa Web site. Please review this information and collegian. A nomination form will be published in the regarding the nominating process and in the coming months Autumn 2009 issue of the Sigma Kappa Iiiangle or to download share your nominations with the committee by completing a form, visit www.sigmakappa.org. After completion, a nomination form and sending the form to your district nomination forms should be sent to a member of the representative. In the meantime, please direct questions and nominating committee. reques ts to a member of the nominating committee.

T he Sigma Kappa nominating committee, elected at the 2008 - Anne W. Dale, Alpha Delta, 2008-2010 nominating committee national convention, is made up of one representative from chairman each of Sigma Kappa's five districts plus the chairman, who is a former member of the national council. All information received by the nominating committee is thoughtfully evaluated and considered by each member of the committee.

When considering who would best serve on national council, a candidate should be a team player, a motivator, a strategic thinker and have the time necessary to devote to Sigma Kappa. The expectations and demands of the job are rigorous and require a leader committed to the values and ideals of the Sorority and responsibilities of the office. Other criteria include Sigma Kappa experience and length and type of service to other organizations. A candidate

2008-2010 Nominating Committee

Chairman District I District II Anne Dale, Alpha Delta Janel Reedy, Theta Chi Erin Schneider, Alpha Epsilon 1819 Gleneagles Lane 237 Cherry Valley Road 1643 Beaver Avenue Wilmington, NC 28405 Saxonburg, PA 16056 Des Moines, lA 50310 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

District Ill District IV DistrictV Sara Chacon, Gamma Alpha Brooke Dailey, Kappa Eta Melanie Lawley, Delta Delta 5775 W. 29th Street, #1107 2803 Cole Avenue, #285 1877 Twin Sun Circle Greeley, CO 80634 Dallas, TX 75204 Walled Lake, Ml 48390 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

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Sigma Kappa's New Visual Identity: Honoring the Past, Looking to the Future

Branding isn't just a way for an scale about determination, pa sion, Coburn- joined her. Individually, organization to look different and success. Although many these five women displayed from its peers- a strong brand companies make athletic shoes remarkable strength, courage is an expression of its values and apparel, Nike demonstrates and determination, but together and heritage. One of the most through their brand visual identity they also found companionship recognizable brands in the world how they are unique, exemplifying and common ground due to their today is Nike; the company's brand how something so simple can peak shared experiences. As an outward identity not only helps to visually volumes. expression of their friendship and differentiate Nike's products from mutual interests, they decided to those of competitors, but also In the same way that Nike's history form a literary and social society. sends a message about the unique and philosophy are unique from On November 9, 1874, they qualities of the company and its its competition, Sigma Kappa is received a letter from the Colby consumers. unique in the way that we were faculty officially approving their founded, in who we are and what petition to organize. The well-known "swoosh" ymbol we stand for as an organization has its roots in the early history of as well as in the message we wish Sigma Kappa's new visual identity the company, as it was designed to to share with others. In 1871 , is, at it heart, a tribute to the represent the wing of the Greek when Mary Caffrey Low walked extraordinary story that the e five goddess of victory, Nike. The onto the Colby College campus, women initiated at Colby College, graphic image itself has been she was the first female student and that we continue to tell to this described using the words "fluid" admitted to the College on an day. It builds on the rich past of and "fast" and its similarity in hape equal basis with men- the first our founding in order to bring us to a check mark fit earnle ly female tudent admitted to any into the next phase of growth and with the company's widely known New England college, in fact. continued succe . With simplicity logan 'Just Do It." Nike graphic Two years later, four more young and grace, we hope to convey logo and logan combine three women from Maine- Elizabeth the complexity and trength of common words with a imple de ign Gorham Hoag, Ida Fuller our sisterhood, value and shared to speak to con umer on a larger France Mann and Louise Helen beliefs.

SIGMA KAPPA TR.IA GLE I SUMMER. 2009 8 A simple graphic, paired with a beautiful phrase and our strong Sigma Kappa's logomark consists name, come together to communicate a powerful and enduring of three elements: the word mark message: Sigma Kappa is an organization built on a unity of "Sigma Kappa,'' the tagline "Voices spirit and purpose that has served as a foundation for all of our Strong. Hearts United." and the relationships and endeavors from 18 74 to the 21st century. graphic element of the heart­ configured violet. Through Sigma Kappa, our members build lifelong friendships and memories. They gain strength through the collective efforts of bright, talented women working together to achieve common SIGMA KAPPA goals. In turn, we encourage our members to share their own The wordmark exudes the timeless unique gifts and personalities with the Sorority as a whole. elements of our bond - simplicity and strength, class and elegance. It points Because our visual identity communicates our history, heritage and to our longevity and our ability to values, it is crucial that we use it appropriately. That task is made withstand the test of time. simple, thanks to our new Visual Standards Manual. Following the guidelines set forth in the manual will help Sigma Kappa maintain the integrity and attractiveness of our identity, presenting a consistent and coherent message to our many au_diences.

The tagline-"Voices Strong. Hearts The manual serves as a guide and contains specific but easy United."-conveys both warmth and to follow instructions for using the official Sigma Kappa visual endurance. It hearkens back to the identity in Sorority communications. It includes specifications for resilience and unity of our original the proper size, style and placement of the identity and its various five founders while simultaneously elements, as well as guidelines for proper typefaces, color palettes, speaking to the passion and strength and special uses. of all our members and to our shared sisterhood. In four short words, The complete visual identity, several acceptable variations, and the tagline captures some of the the full Visual Standards Manual can be downloaded from the Sorority's most lasting values, including Sorority Web site. If you need assistance or further instru~tion leadership, inclusiveness and the regarding the use of our visual identity, please contact natiOnal mutual support of individuals. headquarters and we'll be happy to assist you.

This newly streamlined visual identity will serve as our public persona as we make our impact through the expansive new . technologies and demands of our time. It will ensure our sta)'lng power and maintain our place as a prominent and strong group of women making a difference in our world. But it won't change who we are as friends, community leaders and sisters. This new visual The graphic element of our new identity will become an extension of ourselves and what Sigma identity initially calls to mind the Kappa has come to represent from the very beginning of our delicate petals of our beloved flower, founding. We will drive it, live it, take it in and make it our own, the violet. Upon closer look, however, not allowing it to become the other way around. If only Mary it actually consists of interlocking Caffrey Low, Elizabeth Gorham H aag, Ida Fuller, Frances Mann hearts, which convey the sense of and Louise Helen Coburn could see us now! both individuality and unity expressed in our underlying values as well as in -Andi Fulton Sligh, Theta X~ national vice president .for communication the tagline.

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I G l A KAPPA TRI GLE I \ MER 2009 10 all the phrases that have entered our vernacular in the past few years, perhaps none is more widely used than "going green:· More than a passing trend, the green movement has 0 f become a full-blown industry focused on reducing and reversing the negative impact we have had on the earth. Corporations, government agencies, and even celebrities have all contributed their advice on how to live a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle. But with the vast amount of information out there, it is easy to be overwhelmed and confused as to what advice to apply to your life. In order to cut down on the confusion, the Sigma Kappa Triangle has compiled a list of simple ways you can decrease your impact on the environment and live a greener life.

What YOU Can Do

Bring your own bag. The Wall Get the junk out of the trunk. Street Journal reported that the U.S. goes Avoid keeping unnecessary items in through 100 billion plastic shopping your car trunk or truck bed, especially bags annually. An estimated 12 million heavy ones. An extra 100 pounds in your barrels of oil are required to make that vehicle could reduce your gas mileage by many plastic bags and only about one up to 2 percent. Keeping tires properly out of every 200 bags is recycled. To inflated can also improve your gas cut down on this mileage by more than 3 percent. staggering amount of waste, purchase durable reusable Ditch the bottled water. shopping bags to According to Food and Water Watch, use every time you plastic bottles for bottled water require shop. They can be up to 4 7 million gallons purchased in most of oil per year to grocery stores for produce and can sit $1 to $2 each and for hundreds of years every reusable bag in a landfill before can potentially decaying. Bottled water eliminate an average of 1,000 plastic also costs an average bags over its lifetime. of five cents an ounce, while tap water costs ~ ~ less than one cent a Keep showers short. The gallon. By purchasing a average conventional shower head uses pitcher water filter or a 2.5 gallons of water per minute. For filter that fits over your one 15-minute shower, that's nearly 38 faucet, you can save money and help the gallons of water. By decreasing your time environment. For traveling, a EPA-free in the shower to 10 minutes, you can plastic bottle or a lightweight aluminum save over 4,000 gallons of water a year. bottle can provide the portability of Installing a low-flow shower head can bottled water without the waste. also cut back your shower's water usage to one gallon per minute. A shower timer is a helpful way to remind yourself not to dawdle too long under the water.

11 SIGMA KAPPA TRJANGLE I SUMMER 2009 What YOUR F. MILY Can Do

Carpool. Sharing rides to and from Change your bulbs. If every hom work, activities, and errands reduces the in America replacedju tone regular light number of cars on the road and therefore bulb with a compact fluores ent light

reduces the C02 emissions being released bulb (CFL), we could save enough energy into the air. It can also save money and to light nearly three million home and wear and tear on your vehicle and is a reduce greenhouse gases by great way to make friends. To find people the equivalent of 750,000 who may be interested in carpooling, talk cars. A CFL bulb will save to the parents of your children's friends; about $30 over its lifetime post a flyer at your workplace; or log on to and pay for itself in about a ride sharing site uch as six months. CFL bulbs use eRideShare.com or Carpoolworld.com. 7 5 percent less energy and One car can produce 13,000 pounds of last about 10 times longer

C02 in a year; by carpooling, you can than incandescent bulbs. reduce the number of cars on the road

and the amount of C02 in the air. Wash with cold. A full 90 percent of the energy used in washing clothes goes Choose Energy Star. Energy Star toward heating the water. When you use qualified appliances incorporate advanced cold water to wash, you only use energy to technologies that use 10 to 50 percent less run the machine without using any energy energy and water than to heat the water. Washing and rinsing standard models. For in cold can add up to big savings on hot example, buying an water and energy. If you are concerned Energy Star qualified about the cleanliness of your clothes, many brands now sell detergents specifically for clothes washer can help ENERGY STAR a family cut related cold-water washing. energy costs by more than a third and water costs by more than half Some utility companies, manufacturers, and Recycle. The U.S. Environmental retailers offer rebates on certain Energy Protection Agency estimates that 7 5 Star qualified products. percent of our waste is recyclable, which probably goes well beyond what you toss in your recycling bin at home or at school. Weatherize. Properly insulating and Paper, metal, plastic, glass, and even sealing attics, windows, doors, hot water electronics and hou ehold supplies can be heater and air conditioning units can recycled. Earth9ll.org i a great resource help save up to 10 percent annually on for finding recycling center and programs your home's energy co ts. Some local in your community. Reu ing governments, manufacturers and utility and buying products companies offer rebate and tax incentives with recycled for upgrading insulation and making other content are also energy efficient improvement . effective way to reduce con umption and waste.

IGMA KAPP TRJA GLE I UMMER 2009 12 What YOUR CHAPTER Can Do

Go electronic. Communicating via e-mail, phone, electronic newsletters, social media sites, and online meetings can drastically cut down on the amount of paper your chapter uses. Instead of sending paper invitations for events, send invitations to members via e- mail or Facebook. Send PDF or Word documents instead of paper newsletters and call members who do not have e-mail to inform them of happenings within the chapter.

Share rides. Organize a carpooling group with other members who live nearby and ride to events together. This will save money, reduce emissions and give you a chance to get to know your sisters better. Collegiate members can run errands with sisters who need to go to the same places or bundle several errands into one trip.

Volunteer. Encourage awareness of the environment by organizing or Green your house. If you live in the participating in an environmentally sorority house, ask your house manager themed event. Arrange a community­ to buy compact fluorescent light bulbs, or campus-wide recycling program, recycled paper products, and natural or adopt a stretch of highway in your biodegradable cleaners. Invest in faucet town, or plant trees and flowers in a water filters, programmable thermostats and local park. In conjunction with Sigma water heaters, and have specified "lights­ Kappa's national gerontology service out" times to save electricity. project, Inherit the Earth, your chapter can help landscape a local lriformation compiled.from: senior citizen's center or Earth 911 (www.earth91l.org) decorate pots for potted Energy Savers (www.energysavers.gov) plants and give them as Energy Star (www.energystar.gov) gifts to seniors. Lighter Footstep (www.lighterfootstep.com) Our Earth (www.ourearth.org) I US. Department ofEnergy (www.energy.gov)

13 SIGMA KAPPA TRIANGLE I SUMMER 2009 IGMA KAPPA TR.IA GLE I UMMER. 2009 14 "',~ltle , Jrot4ClllaLtea from SMSU and worked in marketing a year but the draw to a career in constructton was just too great, resulting in Traci going to work with her father for nearly eight years.

By the time she turned 32, Traci was interested in a new challenge. She decided to go back to school and get not one but two master's degrees in architecture and construction management from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. Upon completion of her graduate work Traci began teaching at Drury University, where she's been for the past 10 years.

It was at Drury University that Traci began to not only share her knowledge of architecture with students, but also to use her skills to give back to the community. During her tenure she has led teams of students on a number of outreach projects, including the buildigg of the C-Street Farmer's Market pavilion and two projects for families in need that aired on ABC's &ireme Makeover: Home Edition. But it's her most recent venture that is garnering a lot of attention.

To make a house LEED certified is a tall order in itself, but: to make a LEED Platinum-certified house for a non-profit organization had never been done. "They [Habitat for Humanity] really took a leap of faith with

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Fraternity teamed up to participate in Greek ing. After the Cal tate Long Beach and Cal State Fullerton basketball game, the Dean of Student made a point to walk over and per onally thank the entire Theta Xi , Auburn University Greek community for upporting the 49ers in uch great number and with such enthu iasm. Auburn, AL - Over $4,000 was raised at the "Sigma Hold 'em" poker tournament. Alyssa Speed has one of her purse designs on display at the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Museum Delta Iota, California State University, Chico in Knoxville, T . Meri Kate Purgason won a You Tube video contest for the World Food Program, and received an all-expense paid trip to Africa from the organization. Tiffany Rozier was crowned Miss Fall Rush 2008 and won the talent competition.

Southeast AL/Southwest GA Alumnae Chapter Members enjoyed spending time with Theta Xi, Auburn University, members and participated in several activities with them. A dinner was held for Theta Xi's new members with a speaker on hand to tell them about opportunities available through campus ministries. At Christmas, the chapter held a party for collegiate executive officers. Members attended Auburn's Greek Sing and sat in the Sigma Kappa section to help cheer the chapter on. Alumnae events have included dinners, movies and shopping together.

Chico, CA - Thirty new members joined the chapter. Sisterhood a~M-.a events included an ice cream sundae evening. Delta Iota won Greek Week for the seventh year in a row with d1e men of Theta Chi and Zeta Omicron, University of Arizona Alpha Gamma Rho fraternities. Tucson, AZ - The chapter earned the second highest GPA within the Greek community last semester. Epsilon Lambda, California State University, Sacramento Sacramento, CA - The annual mocktail event with alumnae CalLb~u.La was a success. Members sold Lambda, University of California, Berkeley coupon books for the American Heart Association. Practices are underway for the Sorority Superbowl; Crescent Classic, a soccer tournament; and Greek Week. A new Pearl Pals program ha been instituted as a sisterhood program.

Epsilon Tau, California State University, Fullerton Fullerton, CA - The chapter won a "night of fun" at Dave and Busters for having the most member attend the Greek ight basketball game. Alumnae joined chapter member in several activitie including wrapping holiday gifts, exchanging Valentine's Day cards, and a baked potato dinner. The '70 was the d1eme of a sisterhood Berkeley, CA - Spting recruitment wa succes ful , re ulting in the roller skating party. larae t Spring new member cia s in recent year . Each member i decorating her own quilt square to be a sembled into a Sigma Epsilon Omega, California Kappa quilt to hang in the chapter hou e. Pa t pre ident Madison Polytechnic State University, Alexander wa elected to be a fi eld con ultant. San Luis Obispo San Luis Obi po, C - Chapter Gamma Theta, University of California, Long Beach member manned an Alzheimer' disease Long Beach, C - The executive council retreat \ as held at a local information booth at a local health and rope cour e. Gamma Theta member and the men of Theta Chi wellne expo. Ep ilon Omega took fir t

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place in intramural volleyball. Members attended an anti-hazing/new San jose/Bay Area Alumnae Chapter member speaker on campus and participated in Tau Kappa Epsilon's Members celebrated Founder's Day with an annual tea at a local powderpuff football tournament and Sigma Phi Ep ilon's canned food restaurant. Holiday treats and an ornament exchange took place at drive. a holiday gathering. The chapter participated in the annual Athena luncheon hosted by the local alumnae Panhellenic Council . This Zeta Mu, University of California, San Diego luncheon honors various sorority alumnae in the community and holds Lajolla, CA - The second annual Dancing with the Greeks an auction to raise scholarship money for a deserving high school philanthropy event was held to raise funds for Alzheimer's disease senior. Members look forward to the annual end-of-year family picnic research. Sharon Wirawan took first place in Scholarship and the to see how families have grown. chapter took first place in New Member Education at UCSD's Greek Awards. Chapter members collected the most cans for the Alpha South Bay Alumnae Chapter Epsilon Pi canned food drive. Members socialized at high tea, the annual Zeta Upsilon, California State Polytechnic University, Panhellenic benefit and the Pomona annual Christmas party Pomona, CA - Zeta and cookie exchange. Upsilon held its annual Two delegates were sent Sigma Kappa Softball to convention in Indian Classic, raising over $4,400. Wells. The chapter offered Zeta Upsilon members support to Gamma Theta, helped with the successful California State University, colonization of Kappa Long Beach, during recruitment and attended an alumnae luncheon. Rho Chapter, University Members volunteered and participated in the Alzheimer's Association of California, Irvine. A Memory Walk in Los Angeles. The entire Sigma Kappa team raised Valentine's Day activity $4,500, with South Bay bringing in around $900. was held with members making cards for residents at a local retirement home. The chapter has participated in all fraternity spirit days/ weeks Theta Beta, University of LaVerne on campus which included donating canned fo od and clothing to a local La Verne, CA - Continuous recruitment evenings included an ice abused women's shelter and raising money for a chili cook-off cream social, playing Disney trivia, and a fondue/philanthropy party. Members made flower pens and Valentine's Day cards for a local San Fernando Valley Alumnae Chapter senior center. The chapter hosted one of this year's largest Founders' Day celebrations for Southern California chapters at the Sportsman's Theta Epsilon, University of California, Riverside Lodge. Members shared swee t treats at the annual holiday party and Riverside, CA - Theta Epsilon took 3rd place overall in Greek Week enj oyed a sushi dinner and a joint tea with the Los Angeles alumnae activities. Competitions included attendance at the men's basketball chapter. For the second year, members have helped make quilts for game that week, a seven-legged race, and Greek Pyramid, which returning wounded veterans. The chapter also hosted a table at included cheers and dances. The chapter was above the all women's the grand reunion of all students from California State University, GPA for winter quarter. Miniature golf was the sisterhood event. Northridge for its 50th anniversary.

19 S IGMA KAPPA TRIANGLE I SU MMER 2 009 . Zeta Pi , Colorado School of Mines Beta Tau, University of Florida Golden, CO - Zeta Pi Chapter was awarded ''ALP~' status from the Gainesville, FL - The laclies of Beta Tau took a i terhood day trip University, achieving five stars in schola tic, extracurricular, and other to Orlando that included a mystery clinner theater show. The 1aine campus achievements. Continuous recruitment themes included Sigma Sea Coast Mis ion clinner was held with alumnae. Mom joined their Kappaccino and a pajamas, milkshakes, and slippers party. Several daughters for a fun weekend which included making bath products and members took part in Project Bill, a local Alzheimer's Association having a tea party. outreach program. jacksonville Alumnae Chapter At a Valentine card making party, members made cards for a local nursing home that specializes in treating Alzheimer's cli ease. They were well received by the residents and members look forward to vi iring Theta Sigma, University of Hartford throughout the year. To accommodate tight budgets more events are at-home get-togethers, like a game night and a crapbooking night. The West Hartford, CT - The semester began with a successful Spring chapter just gained three new members and i looking forward to many recruitment. Fourteen new member joined Theta Sigma. Bid night more this year. was followed by pizza with all members present. Kappa Omicron, Florida International University Miami, FL - ational President Laura L. Owsley, Alpha Chi, Georgetown College, Theta Delta, University of Delaware presided over the installation Newark, DE - Spring recruitment resulted in 55 new members being of Kappa Omicron Chapter in welcomed to the chapter. The new members were assigned Pearl December. The chapter's fir t Sisters, an older member who shares their major, to not only make them two months included a sisterhood feel welcome in Sigma Kappa but to also offer tips as they navigate retreat, mixers, recycling week, through the University programs. intramural sports, and the first continuous recruitment week. Nineteen new members joined Kappa Omicron as a result of the chapter's efforts.

Orlando Alumnae Chapter Activities included rai ing money for and walking in the Alzheimer's Memory Walk, ho ting the annual holiday party, a new member's luncheon, a date and social function at Hagan O 'Reilly , and miniature goU: Members celebrated Founders' Day with the Central Florida Alumnae Chapter and supported formal recruitment at Beta Tau, niversity of Florida. Those living in the Orlando area can visit the Web ite for contact information and upcoming events: http: I I www.geoci ties. com I orlandosigmakappal index. h trnl. European Alumnae Chapter The chapter held it annual meeting in Bruge , Belgium in October. Southwest Florida Alumnae Chapter Twenty-four member from all over Europe and the United State Members lunched and learned about aving money by couponing, attended the\ eekend which included lot of ight eeing, hopping, bared Founder Day with i ter from arasota and enjoyed a delicious food, and the chapter' first ever Alzheimer' !emory Walk, program on Dr. Seu offered by a Florida Gulf Coast University whi h rai ed more than 4,000. The chapter was well represented and profe or. !embers made gifts for Theta Alpha, Appalachian tate received everal award at the 2008 national comention, i excelling niver ity, collegians. ocial events included happy hour at Bar Louie in rai ing fund for its i terhood without borders scholar hip, and in Fort Iyer and cheering at a Florida Everblade hockey game. continue to upport Delta Rho Jame t\Iacli on niver ity and Delta t\Iember participated in the Fort Iyer Alzheimer Memory V alk at P i, Radford niver ity. Centennial Park.

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women's finalists for thejostens Trophy, recognizing outstanding student athletes in Division III basketball. She is the first Titan t}e67~la women's basketball player to earn this distinction. Epsilon Epsilon, University of Georgia Athens, GA - Spring Formal Recruitment ended with an elegant Theta,.University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign brunch. Eleven women joined the chapter. Epsilon Epsilon members Champaign, IL - Members went to the local Alzheimer's disease hel~ed ~th the colonization of the Kappa Pi Chapter at Clemson residential care facility to make Valentine's Day cards. Seven members Uruversity and are looking forward to working with them again for fall earned a 4.0 last semester. Past chapter president Brooke Kennedy formal recruitment. was elected as vice president of development on Panhellenic Council.

Beta Nu, Bradley University Peoria, IL - Beta Nu shares top honors on campus for having Chicago South Suburban Alumnae Chapter the highest GPA of all Panhellenic groups. Sisterhood events included watching the movie Mystic Piv:.a together. Members held an ice skating social with Delta Upsilon Fraternity

Gamma Zeta, Northern Illinois University DeKalb, IL - Inter-Greek events included decorating a Christmas tree with Sigma Sigma Sigma, having an ice cream social with Sigma Lar:nbda Sigma, going to a women's basketball game during Pink Week, taking part in the Golden Greek Challenge, and a Greek Row walk to the candlelight vigil to remember the victims of the February 14 shooting. Members enjoyed a women's safety presentation, and the annual "Make It, Bake It, Sew It, Grow It Auction" that raised more than $300 for Gamma Kappa, Southern Illinois University, local philanthropies. The chapter supported Gamma Mu, Eastern illinois University, by sending flowers for recruitment and finals week Carbondale treats. Members celebrated the holidays with a potluck supper and Carbondale, IL - Gamma Kappa members took part in the annual ornament exchange. A book review, dinner and a play, and shamrock Pink Out game. This is an event sponsored by the women's volleyball bingo at a local nursing home rounded out the year. team for breast cancer survivors. Members wore their pink letter shirts, sprayed their hair pink, and displayed breast cancer support posters throughout the game. Members enjoyed visiting residents at a local Chicago West Towns Alumnae Chapter nursing home. Members continue to bond with the collegians of Zeta Iota, Elmhurst College, and are excited about building a relationship with another Delta Sigma, Western Illinois University collegiate chapter, Gamma Kappa, Southern illinois University. Macomb, IL - Delta Sigma participated in Greek Idol, Mr. Greek, and Alumnae and their families enjoyed watching a baseball game together. the Delta Zeta open house. J ennifer Howard is the new president Members also enjoyed participating in the Alzheimer's Memory of Panhellenic Council. Members enjoyed a springtime paddle swap. Walk, a wine tasting, and the annual holiday party, where supplies Recruitment themes included a craft night, game night, and "Sig Kaps were collected to send to the Maine Sea Coast Mission. For more in the City. " information and to join the fun, contact [email protected]. Zeta Iota, Elmhurst College Eta, Illinois Wesleyan University Elmhurst, IL - Melanie Giannosa won Bloomington, IL - Eta Elmhurst College's Founder's Day Award. members organized the Members collected scarves, hats, and Rock the Wish Concert to mittens for the Maine Sea Coast Mission. raise funds for the Make-a­ Wish Foundation as well as the faculty variety show to benefit tl1e Autism Society of McLean County. Claire Sheehan is one of ten

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luncheon with the women of Beta Sigma, Purdue Univer ity, and a sisterhood event with the women of Gamma Eta, Ball State Univer ity. For more informati on on eve nts or member hip, please contact Beta Sigma, Purdue University [email protected]. West Lafayette, IN - Bid day activities included an evening bowling with the fi ve new members. The chapter hosted its annual Alumnae Day, welcoming many Alpha Epsilon, Iowa State University Sigma Kappa alumnae to the house Ames, lA - Events included for a Lia Sophia jewelry party and Sigma Kappa Christmas, brunch. Members also held the Sigma Kappa Formal, annual crush dance at Purdue's participation in Dance football stadium. Marathon, and a si terhood retreat. The chapter team Gamma Gamma, Indiana State University won the Memory Walk Terre Haute, I - Gamma Gamma reached chapter total during pnng Spirit Award. recruitment. Executive council members attended an ISU Greek Retreat in Indianapoli . Members continue to visit a local nursing home to play bingo, and volunteer time at the local humane shelter. Des Moines/Ames Alumnae Chapter Gamma Eta, Ball State University Member enj oyed urpti ing collegian at the annual snack sneak attack .tvluncie, I - Chapter members went to Christma at the Zoo in at Alpha Ep ilon, Iowa State University, during their final week. Other lndianapoli and enj oyed everal themed si terhood activitie . Spring events included dinner at the Chee ecake Factory, doing ce ramic and recruitment themes in cluded a game night, bowling night, and an old glas art at Kil'n Time, playing game at In Play, listening to local arti ts chool night. at the Blue Moon piano bar, and celebrating Cinco de Mayo.

Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter The chapter re eived third place in the community fundrai ing category at the Alzheimer' 1lemory vValk. Xi , The University of Kansas Two new IG were introduced thi Lawrence, K - Pa t ational Pre ident Angela C. Guillory, ear: Girl & Grape a monthly Della \1u, orthwe tern tate nive r ity, spoke to the chapter about wine club, and the Senior Lunch the RE PLKT Program. Xi Chapter will perform in Rock Chalk Bunch, a monthly gathering of Revue. Five fraternity- orori ty pai r out of 13 are cho en fo r the how. 60+ ear old member . Other i terhood events included a elf-defen e cl as . activitie included monthly dinner duckpi n bm ling, an alumnae

I GMA KAPPA TRI A GLE I U M MER 2 009 22 Theta Tau, Kansas State University Epsilon Zeta, Western Kentucky University Manhattan, KS- Past National Bowling Green, KY - The chapter held recruitment and welcomed President Angela C. Guillory, 17 members. Everyone attended a sisterhood retreat at the Louisville Delta Mu, Northwestern State Science Center where they bonded and participated in workshops. University, visited the chapter. Chapter alumna Danielle Marsh was elected President of the WKU She discussed confrontation skills campus chapter of Habitat for Humanity. and how to effectively resolve situations. A sisterhood game night Theta Rho, University of Kentucky was combined with a continuous Lexington, KY - The chapter recruitment event. held a parent/ alumnae day at Keeneland, a local racetrack. Ten Theta Rho members participated in Dance Blue, a dance marathon to benefit the UK Pediauic Oncology Clinic Alpha Theta, University of Louisville and cancer research. Carleigh Griffeth was one of the top four singers in the UK Star Competition, the University's version of '\1\.merican Idol. "

Beta Epsilon, Louisiana Tech University Ruston, LA - The chapter has the highest GPA of the Panhellenic sororities at Louisiana Tech. Eighteen members earned a 4.0 GPA. Breyanna Gordon, Holly Crowell, and Allie Louisville, KY - Sisterhood activities included celebrating Hollis will be Orientation Christmukkah Day, a celebration of both Christmas and Hanukkah, Student Leaders next and working out together to aerobics DVDs. Erica Downs was named school year. The chapter Miss Cardinal 2009 (the outstanding senior award), elected to the 2008 held a retirement party for Homecoming Court, and selected Vice President of Order of Omega. long-time ABC Patricia Flournoy, Beta Epsilon.

Bluegrass Alumnae Chapter Epsilon Beta, University of New Orleans Chapter members enjoyed a spring kick-off brunch, celebrating New Orleans, LA - "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!" was the open house Founders' Day and Bluegrass' 50th Anniversary, and meeting for dinner theme. Sisterhood events included attending a Mardi Gras parade before attending Alpha Chi, Georgetown College's, annual Christmas together and having dinner at a local restaurant. The chapter had the candlelight celebration. Members attended monthly coffee breaks, highest overall G PA last semester. happy hours, and a mommy and me play group. Alumnae supported Alpha Chi and Theta Rho, University of Kentucky, by serving on advisory boards and providing support during recruitment. Contact [email protected] for more information about joining in upcoming events. Beta Zeta, University of Maryland Gamma Pi, Kentucky Wesleyan College College Park, MD - Twenty-five members joined the chapter. Members continue weekly visits to a local nursing home and had a Owensboro, KY - Gamma Pi had a successful informal recruitment sisterhood event to paint mugs and plates. Jess Moore is the vice with themes including Sundae Surp1ise, Game Night, and Valentine's president for the Golden Key Honor Society, Cindy Willis is the Day. Amanda Cline is on the Executive Council of the Student marketing coordinator for the PHA Spring recruitment, and Ashley Government Association, and jessica Torsak is on the President's Troost is editor-in-chief for College Magazine. Round Table.

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Delta Alpha, Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI - Chapter member rai ed th eir cumulative GP. by 0. 3 point to the second highe t orority GPA on campu . l\lember went Beta Eta, University of Massachusetts, Amherst ice kating for a i terhood event and had dinner '~th local alumnae. Members participated in intramural football, basketball, bowling and Amherst, MA - Informal volleyball. recruitment wa successful and members enjoyed snow tubing Delta Delta, Central Michigan University a a sisterhood retreat. Mount Plea ant, Ml - Twelve new members joined Delta Delta. The On Fridays, members intramural football and outdoor soccer teams won their tournaments volunteer at a local nursing and the indoor soccer team made it to the final . Member continue to home. ew additions help with bingo nights at a local retirement home. The chapter had th e to the chapter house, highest GPA on campus for the eighth consecutive erne ter. complements of the Corporation Board, include purple couches and a new chandelier.

Zeta Zeta, Babson College Welle ley, MA - Activities included visiting a local nursing home to Beta Mu, Culver-Stockton College pend time with Alzheimer's disease patients and holding several Canton, MO - Amanda Eisele was elected pre ident of the Executive recruitment events and workshops to prepare for Fall's formal branch of the new Panhellenic structure at Culver-Stockton. This recruitment. Thirteen members were on the Dean's List last se m e ste ~: branch is responsible for the creation of ideas and events within the Merri Martin and Victoria Tanous attended a College-sponsored Greek community which are voted upon by the legislative branch. trip to Ghana to teach entrepreneurship to th e local schools. Jessica Krumrei wa inducted into Sigma Tau Delta, the Engli h honor society. Theta Lambda, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Delta Theta, Truman State University Kirksville, MO - Valentines were ent to members studying abroad and to chapter alumnae. The annual Mom' Day wa held, with moms and daughters decorating photo frames and enjoying dinner together. A Valentine's dance was held at th e local adult care center. The chapter earned the highest active and new member GPA for the fall semester.

Delta Upsilon, Missouri State University Sptingfield, MO - !embers helped the local Alzheimer' As ociation by working th eir concession stand at MSU basketball games. Carly Scott, Molly Beck, Emily Rich, Mindy Dilley, and Britney Heflebower currently serve on PHA' executive board. Emily Stout and Claire David serve on GAlviMA's executive board. Cambridge, MA - Chapter event included a fall i terhood retreat at a orn maze, an ' I Love the 90 " themed talent howca e with proceeds Kappa Alpha, Northwest Missouri State University going toward Alzheimer's disea e re earch, and a chapter holiday party Maryville, MO - Members celebrated Valentine' Day at a local with a giant cro swo rd puzzle of ob cure facts about each i ter. nursing home, erving nacks and inging and dancing '~ th re idents tl1ere. Alumnae returned to Maryville in j anuary to celebrate the 14th anniver ary of Kappa Alpha founding. The chapter ranked econd in ~ickLr GPA Ia t erne ter among the ororitie on campu . Gamma Beta, Western Michigan University Kappa Theta, Saint Louis Kalan1azoo, 11 - Si te rhood event included ice kating at the University niver ity rink and h a ,~n g an ice cream party after a chapter meeting. aint Loui MO - The i terhood retreat l\lember ac tive! participated in the Go Red Campaign for the was at the t. Loui City Mu eum. Ame tican Heart ociation. Erica Nordquist i erving as \~ce Continuou recruitment eve nts incl uded pre ident of ri k management on Panhellenic executive board. Abby decorating cookie cake and trivia night. Rojek wa awarded a cholar hip by Order of Omega.

IGMA KAPPA T RlA GLE I U MME R 2 009 24 Spirit of St. Louis Alumnae Chapter dinner benefitting the Alzheimer's Association. Members enj oyed The Spirit of St. Louis Chapter had a busy fall celebrating Founders' handcrafting items to sell at the December gathering for a silent auction Day at the St. Louis Women's Club. Members also participated in the and touring the Nevada State Museum in Carson City. Alzheimer's Memory Walk and celebrated Christmas at the annual Christmas Party.

West Central Missouri Alumnae Chapter The reorganized chapter held its first official meeting in December. Zeta Phi, Rutgers, The State Activities planned include the annual Kansas City Alzheimer's Memory University of New jersey Walk with collegians, donations to Harvesters around the holidays, New Brunswick, NJ - Members took and local nursing home visits. West Central will also support local part in Delta Gamma's Anchor Splash collegians with recruitment, fin als support goodie baskets, scholarship and Sigma Chi Derby Days. Formal and alumnae banquets, and a job buddy program. Events enj oyed by recruitment themes were Sigma Kappa members this year were happy hour at a local sushi restaurant and Country Club and Sigma Kappa spending Founders' Day with Kappa Alpha, Northwest Missouri State Safari . Twenty-eight new members University. Celebrations included birthday party themed games, cake joined th e chapter. and refreshments, and a piiiata. Alumnae living in the greater Kansas City area can contact westcentralsigkap@gmail. com.

Buffalo Alumnae Chapter The chapter has enj oyed monthly lunches and dinners at various Beta Omega, University of Nebraska, Omaha restaurants around the area. Members celebrated Order of the Triangle Omaha, NE - "Does Sigma Kappa Think You Can Dance?" was held with Theta Iota, State University of New York, Fredonia, followed by last semester at the Student Center. The event raised money for the an alumnae luncheon organized by the collegiate chapter. Members Sigma Kappa Foundation and for Alzheimer's disease research. are assisting the chapter by serving on the advisory board. Sisters in the Buffalo area are encouraged to join the Face book Group - Buffalo Area Sigma Kappas. For information about upcoming events or to become a member, please contact mhall5 770@aol. com.

Theta Eta, University of Nevada, Las Vegas New York City Alumnae Chapter Las Vegas, NV - Members went to the Magical Forest in December This past fall and winter to enj oy walking through a forest of decorated holiday trees, riding on members enjoyed several a miniature train, and taking group photos with Santa. The chapter themed activities including participated in the local Alzheimer's Memory Walk and enjoyed a Mardi Gras celebration, recognition with Mayor Oscar Goodman. Theta Eta hosted a Senior NYC Restaurant Week, a Citizen's Prom at a local assisted living center, crowning a Valentine's wine tasting to benefit the King and Queen. Make-A-Wish Foundation, and a newly created special Kappa Xi, University interest group focusing on of Nevada, Reno NYC cultural outings. The Reno, NV - Alumnae were chapter philanthropy chairperson recruited members and friends to guests at a Pizza Past and participate in and raise money fo r the Alzheimer's Memory Walk. The Present social. A member of annual holiday tea and Founders' Day fondue dinner were the chapter's the Alzheimer's Association most popular events. in Reno spoke to th e chapter about the disease, and Theta Pi, State University of New York, Geneseo members will travel to th e Geneseo, NY - The chapter is currently tl1e largest sorority on campus state capitol to lobby on and has the highest GPA. Members continue to volunteer twice weekly behalf of the Alzheimer's Association. at a local assisted living home, playing games with the residents and giving manicures. The chapter is excited to be piloting the Ultra-Violet Sierra Nevada Alumnae Chapter Campaign and is currently planning a carnival to raise funds for tl1e The chapter held a fall picnic at Lake Tahoe and had several other Sigma Kappa Foundation. successful events this year. Sierra evada alumnae joined Kappa Xi, University of evada, Reno, and Epsilon Lambda, California State University, Sacramento, collegians in a Founders' Day celebration. Members also participated in Kappa Xi's SKetti night fundraiser

25 SIGMA KAPPA T R.I ANG L E I SUMMER 2 009 Gamma Phi, North Carolina State University Beta Theta, Marietta College Raleigh, C - Gamma Phi members upported the intramural 1arietta, OH - Three women joined basketball and softball teams. Members attended Alpha Sigma Phi's the chapter this erne ter, bringing the philanthropy concert and invited members of Delta Gamma Sorority to member hip to campus total. The the house for a pizza party and concert. chapter held a Little ibs weekend. i terhood retreat was also held which Epsilon Alpha, Lenoir-Rhyne University included etiquette and dance les on . Hickory, C - All sorority Sagan Malko, Ally Janakis and women on campus were Blakely Dye are tudying abroad thi invited to a Premier Jewelry semester. party to raise money for the Maine Sea Coa t Mission. Beta Upsilon, Ohio University The chapter earned the Athens, OH - Many member highest GPA of all Greeks participated in the Univer ity for the second semester in Student Senate's "Get Swabbed" a row. Alumnae came to bone marrow donor registration. the chapter for a recruitment practice which included a dress rehear a! The University broke the world for skit night. Members also enjoyed meeting Theta Mu sisters at the record for most bone marrow University of orth Carolina at Charlotte. donors registered on a single day, over 2,000. Members held a Kappa Zeta, Elon University siblings weekend that included a night at the movies. A sisterhood sleepover was held at the house.

Cleveland West Shore Alumnae Chapter This year's highlight included the annual kick-ofT meeting at TeamZ Sports Bar, celebrating Founders' Day with Akron/Canton Alumnae, ladies night out dinners, a family pizza night, and the annual Christmas wine and appetizer evening. Contact frankharnister@oh .rr.com for more information.

Gamma Omega, Wittenberg University Springfield, OH - Members participated in national Badge Day and also took part in a campu -wide new member event. The chapter's GPA increased last semester to above a 3.0. Member took part in the local Alzheimer's Memory Walk and donated to the Dayton Alumnae Chapter's Style Show.

Elan, C - Forty-three new members joined the chapter through Epsilon Eta, University of Findlay formal recruitment. Jen DiVenuti will be Panhellenic Council's Findlay, OH - The overall recruitment theme was "Backpacking director of recruitment next year. Members made decorations for a Through Europe with Sigma Kappa." The continuou recruitment local nur ing home for Valentine' Day. nights were a spa night and a mocktail party. Ten member made the Dean's Li t Ia t erne ter. Raleigh Alumnae Chapter The chapter participated in an Earth Day e ent with Gamma Phi, Theta Upsilon, Bowling Green State University orth Carolina State Univer ity. Other activitie included a pool party Bowling Green, OH - Theta and cookout, monthly book club , dinner and movie nights, and a Upsilon won three awards holiday party and ornament exchange. Future plan include member at Greek Award including recruitment and continued support of the local collegiate chapter. the Chapter Excellence Contact [email protected]. ilver ward, lost Campus Involvement, and Mot Community ervice. Mary Ann Begley, Theta rpsium, the chapter advi ory board chairman won the award for the Advi or of the Year. even member earned a 4.0 last erne ter and 16 members were on the Dean' Li t.

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Toledo Alumnae Chapter Berks/Lancaster Alumnae Chapter Chapter members The chapter kicked off participated in the the holiday season with Alzheimer's Memory the annual brunch and Walk with collegians from ornament exchange. Theta Upsilon, Bowling Members lent a hand to Green State University. the Theta Theta, Albright At a Founders' Day College, collegians during tea, alumnae joined formal recruitment and as Epsilon Eta, The advisors. Members took University of Findlay, time to honor and reflect and Theta Upsilon, with upon the life and passing a program held at the of chapter member Anne University of Findlay. Weaver Booske, Gamma Epsilon, Indiana University of Pennsylvania. This year's events also included hosting the annual Panhellenic basket Anne was a cornerstone of the alumnae chapter and will be missed. auction with Pi Beta Phi and Delta Gamma at Brandywine Country Club. Themed baskets were auctioned off to raise money for each Gamma Delta, Thiel College sorority's philanthropy. About forty alumnae from the three sororities Greenville, PA - Kristen Shields and Rebecca Stump were elected attended and enjoyed delicious desserts. This year marked the tenth president and vice-president of Order of Omega. Casey Arblaster anniversary of the much loved "death by chocolate" event. Members took second place in the Soldier of the Year competition for the U.S. enjoyed eating chocolate treats and congratulating the Theta Upsilon Army. Eleven members were on Dean's List last semester, and six graduating seniors. If you are interested in joining the Toledo Area members earned a 4.0 GPA. The chapter hosted a Valentine's Day Alumnae chapter, please contact Kenny3988@aol. com. spaghetti dinner.

Gamma Upsilon, California University of Pennsylvania California, PA - Four Delta Chi, University of Central Oklahoma members joined the chapter. Philanthropy Edmond, OK - Delta Chi received top events included taking grades for the fall semester with a 3. 10 part in a Martin Luther cumulative GPA. The chapter hosted an King, Jr., Day of Service, all-Greek Christmas party with each guest participating in the local bringing a new toy to be given to Toys for Relay for Life, and visiting Tots. Moms joined their daughters for fun seniors at a retirement activities and dinner. community. Sara Peskie sang with the Pittsburgh Symphony as part of the All-Star College Choir. The chapter was recognized as a Five Star Chapter by 01eJ191t University ratings. Upsilon, Oregon State University Epsilon Delta, Susquehanna University Corvallis, OR - Upsilon members participated in a University­ Selinsgrove, PA - A celebration was held honoring Advisory Board sponsored Diversity Summit titled "Tell Me Sometlling I Don't Know." Chairman Sally Yohn, Delta Pi, Lock Haven University, who has been Members also took part in the Children's Fair at Corvallis' Middle with the chapter for 25 years. All Epsilon Delta members thank her for School, helping to make play-dough. her hard work and dedication. The sisterhood activity was held at a local trampoline gym. The chapter continues to maintain a combined 3.27 GPA, which is the highest of the sororities on campus.

:PI'A1Ati[vM1-ia Lehigh Valley Alumnae Chapter Members enjoyed apple picking with tl1eir families and grandchildren. Alpha Sigma, Westminster College The chapter celebrated Founders' Day with the Philadelphia Alumnae New Wilmington, PA - On Chapter. A wonderful holiday brunch was held at the home of Philanthropy Day of formal Elizab eth Coale Artis, Alpha Chi, Georgetown College. A girls' recruitment, members and night out at the movies was enjoyed and members made more tl1an potential new members made 60 toiletry bags for a homeless shelter for women and children. Future bath salts for the residents of the events planned are to visit the da Vinci Center, an officer's dinner with a neighborhood nursing home and French theme, and a tea party. tied fleece blankets for the Maine Sea Coast Mission. Twenty-one members joined the chapter. 27 SIGMA KAPPA TRIANGLE I SUMMER 2009 Cka~fe'l HIGHLIGHTS

Theta Theta, Albright College Chattanooga Area Alumnae Chapter Reading, PA - Theta Theta Chapter had a mixer with Alpha Sigma Phi Member of the fraternity. Members continue to visit with residents at a local retirement Chattanooga Area home, and they volunteered for the Pink Invitational Gymnastics Meet Alumnae Chapter hav to benefit breast cancer research. Si terhood events included a pajama enjoyed participating fashion show. in many ocial , philanthropic activitie Kappa Iota, University of Pennsylvania and events witl1 Philadelphia, PA - Members helped coordinate a blood drive sponsored Theta Phi, University by Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity and facilitated a Casino ight event of Tenne ee at supporting Alzheimer's disease research which wa sponsored by Sigma Chattanooga, Alpha Mu Fraternity. Maya Angelou was a speaker at the University's throughout the year. Women's Week, and Sigma Kappa was proud to have been a major The "Sigma Kap of Tea" was celebrated wiili graduating enior of conuibutor to her appearance. Theta Phi. The alumnae chapter presented the graduating eniors with Sigma Kappa graduation sashes before Order of ilie Triangle. Otl1er Kappa Mu, Duquesne University events tllis year included gathering for drinks and dinner at a local Pittsburgh, PA - Eighteen women coffeehouse, celebrating Founders' Day with a delicious brunch, and the were initiated tllis semester. annual pre-Greek Show dinner at Chili's. Members attended national Kappa Mu held its first Kick for conventi on and the Theta Phi Corporation Board was honored wiili a Cause kickball tournament. the Silver Key Award. Philaniliropic events included collecting stocking Proceeds went to gerontology stuffers for the Maine Sea Coast Mission and helping ilie Theta Phi and Alzheimer's disease research collegians to design and plant a courtyard garden at a local re idence philanthropies. Mara Spisso is for individuals wiili Alzheimer's disease. president of GAMMA. Gamma Lambda, East Tennessee State University Johnson City, T - Seven members joined ilie Pittsburgh Alumnae Chapter ch a pte t~ and ilie big/little sisterhood week was a Members attended the annual success. The chapter hosted tl1e Sweeilieart Dance Pittsburgh Alumnae Panhellenic at a local assisted living residence. Members benefit luncheon with 25 other also took part in tl1e campus informational event sormities at Churchill Valley "Winter Cruise." Country Club, which included a fasllion show, Chinese auction, raffie, and introduction of scholarship recipients. The Gamma Psi, Tennessee Wesleyan College banquet tl1eme this year was Athens, TN - As part of a continuing recruitment event, plastic bottles 'Show Your True Color " and Sigma Kappa conuibuted a basket titled were collected for recycling, thus promoting ilie Inherit the Earili "Gree n With Envy." Members erve on various adviso ry and house philaniliropy. Mardi Gras was ilie overall ilieme for recruitment. corporation board and assisted with Pennsylvania and West Virginia Gamma Psi supported the newly formed Greek Council with ilie goal area recruitment events and ritual ceremonies. of promoting Greek life on campus.

Memphis Alumnae Chapter 1l'!MteJJ ee The chapter supported Beta Xi, University of Memphis, at a chili cook-ofT by providing pots of chili and help where needed, and also enjoyed an Earili Day event wiili ilie collegians. In order to increase Alpha Delta, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville member llip and participation, the chapter has formed SIG . They Knm:ville, T - The Chapter participated in Zeta Tau Alpha's Kickin ' allow alumnae with common intere ts to gailier and participate in Out Breast Cancer soccer event and Pi Kappa Phi' Beach Week. The different events. Members attend monthly meetings in which busine Alpha Delta team won fir t pl ace in the women's intramural bowling and new ideas are discu ed. league. Four new members joined tl1e Chapter through pting recruitment. Theta Phi, The University of Tennessee, Chattanooga Chattanooga, T - The chapter Beta Xi, University of Memphis paired with ilie men of Lambda Memphi T - i ters enj oyed a i ter date night and an etiquette Chi Alpha Fraternity to ho t a dinner. The chapter ho ted a chili cook-off to benefit the Maine ea enior Prom at a local Alzheimer's Coast Ii ion and \lzheimer' di ease re earch. The chapter team di ease re idence. Members also rai ed tl1e mo t money for tl1 e Up Til Dawn event benefiting t. Jude' volunteered at Chattanooga's Heart Ho pita!. Ball . Danielle Wright was elected pre ident of Panhellenic Council and

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MeaganJasitt was elected vice president of finance and standards Gamma Tau, Midwestern State University chairman. Mel Basil was named vice president of Junior Panhellenic.

Tri-Cities Alumnae Chapter The annual meeting was held at the home of Dr. Virginia Holt Bieber, Gamma Lambda, East Tennessee State University, where the chapter also hosted a welcome brunch for honor initiate Dr. Wilsie Bishop, Gamma Lambda. The Turtle Dove awards brunch, hosted by Gamma Lambda, recognized outstanding seniors and local alumnae for their scholastic achievements, community service and commitment to Wichita Falls, TX - The chapter is busy preparing for its 50th Sigma Kappa. Members also joined together for the annual ornament anniversary. Sisterhood activities have included a camping trip, family exchange, dinner outings with sisters and friends, and continued bowling, broom ball at a hockey game, and making a homecoming fundraising efforts for Sigma Kappa philanthropies. The chapter float. Gamma Tau members were this year's flag football champions. supported Gamma Lambda's recruitment and also hosted a welcome back to school hot dog picnic for the collegians. For information on Zeta Kappa, Angelo State University the Tri-Cities Alumnae Chapter visit San Angelo, TX - Informal recruitment themes were "Cocoa with the vvww.geocities.com/tricitiesalumnaechapter. Kappas," "Sigma Kappa Game Night," and a slumber party. A mixer was held with Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity. Members participated in several intramural sports last semester.

Zeta Nu, University of Texas, San Antonio Dallas Alumnae Chapter San Antonio, TX - The chapter had the highest GPA for sororities on Members provided the traditional recruitment meal of a tri-salad campus. Zeta Nu began a new bi-weekly study hall, as well as proudly supper for Kappa Eta, Texas Christian University. This year's events supporting the Roadrunner basketball and baseball teams throughout included joining other area alumnae and collegians in observing their seasons. Seven members joined the chapter in spring recruitment. Founders' Day at Colonial Country Club, participating in the Dallas Alzheimer's Memory Walk, and celebrating the holidays with an Kappa Eta, Texas Christian University ornament exchange. Other events included contributing items to the Fort Worth, TX - Kappa Eta began Maine Sea Coast Mission while solving a mystery dinner, welcoming the semester with a bowling night spring with a Mad Hatter tea party, and an annual bunco night. Visit which included ice cream treats. www.dallassigmakappas.org. The date dash was an evening playing laser tag. Seven women Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter were initiated, and the Big Sis/Little Sis reveal for new members was held Members met monthly for a at a miniature golf course. variety of activities including dinners out or at a member's home, a Christmas gift exchange, and the sixth annual unwanted Christmas gift silent auction. Chapter members volunteered for and participated in the Alzheimer's Memory Walk. Founders' Day was CVi1~w.ta celebrated with the Dallas and Mid-Cities Alumnae Chapters as well as Kappa Eta, Texas Christian University and Zeta Kappa, Angelo Delta Nu, Longwood University State University. The chapter supports Kappa Eta as members of the Farmville, VA - Delta Nu welcomed 13 new members during formal advisory board and property committee, as well as assisting with formal recruitment. Several members participated in the local Special recruitment. A chocolate party for graduating seniors of Kappa Eta was Olympics activities. Panhellenic activities included a new member held at a member's home. The chapter baked cookies for Kappa Eta to mixer with Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority, attending a Greek basketball enjoy during their finals. game, and attending the Intra-Fraternity Bid Day.

29 SIGMA KAPPA TRJANGLE I SUMMER. 2009 Delta Rho, James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA - Courtney Cadel was the chapter' representative CWtlAkiM.~tMt in the Mr. and Ms. Greek contest. Stephanie Heintz won Outstanding Senior Member at the Fraternity/Sorority Life Award . Alpha Gamma, Washington State University The chapter i a Three Star Chapter for the University. Pullman, WA ­ Member volunteered Delta Psi , Radford University at Bishop Place, a Radford, VA - Nineteen retirement community, new members were helping to serve meals . , .. ' ~ ,. I • 1j \ • welcomed after a week and give paper flowers . . ; tS ~. ~ .f ·l \ .. of formal recruitment. to the ladie . Members t • ~ I ~ ' ' ' ; The party themes also participated in included "Sigma Kappa erdy and the Greek, .\1\/V .· ·~ ~ ; Completely Classy" and which raised funds "Sigma Kappa ew for Sigma Kappa's rr . . . , f .. Orleans." The chapter is philanthropy project and '' . - ,, fo cusing on earning the an endowment fund which gives scholar hips to women in omputer Greek Award of the President's Cup for the econd consecutive year. cience major .

Epsilon Chi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University CVifeJt CVL ~~iM.La

Theta Chi, West Virginia University Morgantown, WV - Eight new members joined d1e chapter a a result of informal recruitment. Member enjoyed an ice cream social with the members of Alpha Xi Delta. The chapter placed second in points for Homecoming, and th e air band team took second place in d1e competition.

Kappa Nu, Marquette University

Bla ksburg, V. - Member went to Charlotte, C, for a sisterhood retreat where they went ight- eeing, did orne hopping, and enjoyed a mystery dinner d1eater eve ning. Chapter members continue weekly vi it to a local nur ing home. Lindsey Hammond wa elected Director of Programming for Panhellenic Council.

Theta Zeta, University of Virginia Charlotte ville, VA ­ The se me ter began with a u ce ful formal rec ruitment. The initial iolet Gala for ?\1ilwaukee \VI - !ember attended a Greek-spon ored re ume Alzheimer di ea e building \ orkshop. The chapter ho ted a 1aine ea-queeze Week and re earch wa a huge igma Kappaccino, where coffee drinks and weets were old to benefit uc e with man philand1rop projects. Kappa u member held a i terhood eve nt at a parents and alumnae local boutique and al o held everal game nights. participating. pre entation wa given b a biology profe or howing d1e progre being made in Alzheimer' di ea e re earch.

I GMA KAPPA TRJA GLE I UMMER 2009 30 Delta, Boston University Alpha Epsilon, Iowa State University Beta Tau, University of Florida Mary Nestor Smith, 3/31/09 Kay Bruene, no date available Joyce Grissom Smith, 2/ 01/06

Epsilon, Syracuse University Alpha Zeta, Cornell University Beta Upsilon, Ohio University Barbara Smyth, 5/08/09 Carlene Dyke Ludlum, 3/30/09 Mary Riepenhoff Michael, no date available

Zeta, The George Washington University Alpha Eta, University of Minnesota Beta Psi, San Diego State University Helen Henderson, 3/21/09 Leone Miller Myers, 6/01/01 Marjorie Posten Nelson, no date available Elizabeth Ringius Myers, 6/03/ 09 Nancy Severin Webb, 5/19/09 Eta, Illinois Wesleyan University Lucile Otto Eckhart, no date available Alpha Kappa, University of Nebraska­ Gamma Alpha, University of Northern Carol Eriksen Hafencher, 6/08/09 Lincoln Colorado Beatrice Marshall Tribble, no date available Martha Wasson Brauer, 8/10/06 Theta, University of Illinois at Urbana­ Ann Tichy Van Valin , 1/05/08 Sharleen Christy Creech, 1/14/09 Champaign Barbara Armstrong Hoffarth, 8/13/06 Georgia Perry Deiss, no date available Alpha Mu, University of Michigan Auriel Oram Sandstead, no date available Mary Harmon Harter, 6/08/09 Ramelle Myers Hieronymus, 10/22/08 Esther Lusk Inwood, 5/19/09 Gamma Beta, Western Michigan University Alpha Nu, University of Montana Ruthann Workens, 5/24/09 Lambda, University of California/Berkeley Betty Smith Douglass, 11/08/08 Jane Stebbins Ferguson, 2/10/09 Lucille Helean Wamsley, 12/01/07 Gamma Epsilon, Indiana University of Loretta McManus Miller, 4/16/09 Pennsylvania Barbara Seulberger Pugh, 7/19/07 Alpha Omicron, University of California, Mary Wolfgong Bealles, 9/ 20/01 Los Angeles Mu, University of Washington Lois Crane Cooper, 9/23/08 Gamma Theta, California State University, Mary Hughes Barnhart, 5/18/09 Margaret Sieck Wheeler Farm, 5/ 07/09 Long Beach Nancy Hirvas Blanchard, 1/17/09 Corliss Hayne~ Holm, 12/ 14/08 Nancy Sunstedt Puchrik, 3/26/07 Jane Edgerly Hemingson, 4/26/09 Barbara Fissell Moore, no date available Alpha Pi, Ohio Wesleyan University Gamma Mu, Eastern Illinois University Essey Tucker Wolfrom, no date available Mildred Adair Wible, 4/16/09 Carol Plunk Feeney, 2/ 02/ 09

Nu, Middlebury College Alpha Sigma, Westminster College Gamma Rho, Western Carolina University Barbara Warren Loftus, 11/10/06 Thelma Critchfield Estep, 1/12/08 Elsie Earp Brown, 3/27/ 09 Virginia Schell Tiernan, 10/06/08 Xi, The University of Kansas Deborah Bittner West, 9/10/07 Gamma Chi, Stephen F. Austin University Margaret Dickey Harpster, 5/23/09 Barbara Stanton Gozberk, 2/ 21/09 Alpha Tau, Michigan State University Omicron, Tufts University Mary Cook Neuhaus, 5/10/09 Delta Beta, Marshall University Marion Gilde, 1/09/09 Janet Hubbard Reed, 3/11/08 Emma Toothman Vineyard, no date available

Sigma, Southern Methodist University Alpha Phi, University of Oregon Delta Epsilon, Emporia State University Katherine Ford, 4/15/09 Collie Ashley Hicks, 9/18/00 SaraJo Colvin Murphy, 3/12/09 Margery Hoffman Johnson, 4/29/09 Bonnie Fritz Taylor, 4/ 02/09 Tau, Indiana University Dorothy Reed Sparks, 5/09/09 Garlene Richard Davis, 6/16/09 Alva Granquist Treadgold, 8/22/08 Delta Iota, California State University, Chico Pauline Singleton McKee, 4/03/09 Beverly Anderson Crosby, 1/14/ 09 Barbara Woods Muhl, 4/12/09 Alpha Chi, Georgetown College Kristine Shampine Fujita, 12/17/08 Jean Robinson Vail, 3/17/06 Maria Cardinale Rankine, 5/14/09 Delta Lambda, Wayne State University Upsilon, Oregon State University Alpha Psi, Duke University Earla Smith, 3/29/09 Nellie Nelson Challis, 4/17/09 Catharine Rape Hamilton, no date available Elizabeth Leary Morrison, 12/05/08 Delta Rho, James Madison University Beta Delta, University of Miami Joyce Meadows McGee, 11/18/ 08 Phi, University of Rhode Island Patricia Cluney Hester, 2/15/09 Ruth Spooner Akroyd, 1/30/09 Epsilon Delta, Susquehanna University Natalie Brown, no date available Beta Eta, University of Massachusetts Amy Hendershot, no date available Lois Brow Finney, 4/03/09 June Colburn Clark, 1/06/09 Tammy Adams Cosby, no date available Epsilon Epsilon, The University of Georgia Omega, Florida State University Anita Hanson Wheeler, 3/07/07 Ina Taylor Hartman, 5/29/09 Beta Kappa, Colorado State University Lynette Traxler Mead, 5/22/09 Donna Schumacher Pitek, 5/23/09 Epsilon Zeta, Western Kentucky University Laura Chaney, 5/11/ 09 Alpha Beta, University of Bufflao Beta Xi, The University of Memphis Marion Weber Nelson, no date available Mary Shelby deCordova, 1/21/07 Zeta Mu, University of California, San Diego Laverne Shelton Dinwiddie, 5/ 26/ 09 Katherine Herman Vander Vennet, no date available Alpha Gamma, Washington State University Linda Yarbrough Harless, 3/ 23/ 09 Sandra Hayes, 3/25/09 Beta Rho, San Jose State University Alpha Delta, University of Tennessee Marjorie Fitts Hopkins, no date available Evelyn Hays Banner, 4/18/09 Caroline Neuner House, 11/15/07 31 SIGMA KAPPA TRIANGLE I SUMMER 2009 • L

Clemson University

lemson University is home to a chapter in South Carolina since the reached out to help Sigma Kappa Cvery Large and fast-growing Greek Beta Beta chapter at the University of succeed at Clemson. population, with over 20 percent South Carolina became dormant in of students belonging to one of 40 1943. During the last week of January different national organizations on 2009, the colonization team executed campus. When Clemson University's Sigma Kappa began public relations recruitment events similar to tho e Office of Fraternity and Sorority efforts and the colonization process held during formal recruitment. Life began discussing the possibility injanuary 2009,joining Alpha Dedicated members from Kappa of adding another sorority to their Delta Pi, Alpha Chi Omega, Chi Lambda, North Georgia College and Panhellenic Council last fall, Sigma Omega, Delta Delta Delta, Delta State University and Epsilon Epsilon, Kappa jumped at the opportunity. Zeta, Gamma Phi Beta, Kappa Alpha University of Georgia, assisted Mter a formal presentation made Theta, Kappa Delta, Kappa Kappa the colonization team during the to the University's administration Gamma and Zeta Tau Alpha as the educational, philanthropy, sisterhood and the Panhellenic chapters, Sigma eleventh NPC sorority at Clemson. and preference rounds. The week Kappa was invited to join the 10 ended with the New Member National Panhellenic Conference The Greek community welcomed Ceremony and a Bid Day celebration (NPC) groups at Clemson and Sigma Kappa to its campus and afterward. colonize a new chapter. generously assisted in public relations efforts. It soon became clear why the Colony Consultants Shannon Kelly, Sigma Kappa enthusiastically Princeton Review ranked Clemson Kappa Eta, Texas Christian University, accepted Clemson's invitation on University as having the happiest and Melanie Stone, Beta Epsilon, November 19, 2008. The Clemson students in 2009 as members of the Louisiana Tech University, led the colony became the first Sigma Kappa different fraternal groups continuously new members in the Promi e Program

S IGMA KAPPA TR.IA GLE I SUMMER 2009 32 "The Kappa Pi chapter is already well-respected and accepted within the Clemson Greek community." -Melanie Stone, Beta Epsilon, colony consultant

of Georgia; and Colony Consultants Shannon Kelly and Melanie Stone.

An advisory board and property committee has already been during the spring semester. The colony Owsley, Alpha Chi, Georgetown established for Kappa Pi, with Beth also participated in social events College. The Kappa Pi chapter was Jackson, Gamma Chi, Steven F. Austin with other campus fraternities and formally installed April 25, 2009, University, serving as the ABC and sororities, their first Violet Ball formal, with 97 collegiate chapter members. Chris Strickland, Epsilon Epsilon, and a sisterhood retreat facilitated by Eleven mothers of chapter members University of Georgia, serving as the Collegiate Services Manager Jenna were also initiated, in addition to property committee chair. Martin, Delta Eta, University of Central two women in Clemson's Center for Missouri. Members attended sisterhood Student Involvement, Dr. Suzanne Prior to Kappa Pi's Installation, a activities and were paired with a "pearl Price, director of leadership & civic chapter room in a Clemson residence pal" every week, to assist the members engagement, and Laura McMaster, hall for sorority women was decorated in getting to know each other. associate director of leadership & and fully furnished for the members civic engagement. to take advantage of in the fall. Sigma "It was truly an inspiration to see Kappa will occupy the third floor of these women come together to be the Parents and families of the new initiates the residence hall, which also houses foundation for a successful chapter," attended the Installation reception and Chi Omega and Zeta Tau Alpha. Shannon said. Director of Extension Sara Seely Chacon, Gamma Alpha, University of "Becoming a Sigma Kappa was During the spring semester, Sigma Northern Colorado, served as hostess. the best thing I did at Clemson. Kappa participated in Clemson's Forty-two members were awarded These women have truly become Greek Week and was honored at the academic excellence certificates for my sisters. I am now the Foundation Greek awards banquet. obtaining a 3.5 GPA or above. Chairman of the Kappa Pi chapter, and I absolutely cannot wait to start "The Kappa Pi chapter is already The Installation team included working with the Sigma Kappa well-respected and accepted within the National President Laura Owsley; Foundation," said sophomore Keller Clemson Greek community," Melanie National Vice President for Extension Anne Bumgardner. "I am so said. "They have really established Sarah Nelson Womble, Delta Tau, excited about my next three years at themselves as a strong chapter in such University of Central Arkansas; Clemson and all that I will do with a short amount of time." Collegiate Province Officer Jane Sigma Kappa!" Anne Fowler, Gamma Lambda, East The semester ended with the Tennessee State University; New - Shannon Kelly, Kappa Eta, colony consultant Initiation ceremony, presided over Chapter Province Officer Kandy by National President Laura L. Crump, Epsilon Epsilon, University

33 SIGMA KAPPA TRlANGLE I SUMMER 2009 range County, California Before the end of the year Sigma National officers, local collegiate O is known for many things: Kappa was invited to join the UCI Sigma Kappa chapters and staff beautiful beaches, multimillion-dollar community in Spring of 2009. The joined together to host a colonization homes, citrus fruit, and TV shows. Greek community welcomed Sigma week similar to formal recruitment But this spring, it also became the Kappa and provided support and events. Throughout the week home of Sigma Kappa's newest enthusiasm upon our arrival. potential new members also collegiate chapter-Kappa Rho at the participated in a personal visit with University of California, Irvine. Beginningj anuary 26, Colony a member of the colonization team. Consultant Megan Crain, Delta Formal pledging and bid day activities Sigma Kappa's relationship with Upsilon, Missouri State University, concluded the week with the West the University of California, Irvine began meeting with UCI staff and Orange County Alumnae Chapter (UCI) began in Fall of 2008 when collegians to begin the colonization hosting a dessert reception. the college Panhellenic opened for process. Before the colonization extension. The national presentation began, Megan was joined by Field The new members at UCI began the team met with Panhellenic and Consultant Katie McGinn, Beta Promise program led by Megan in Univer ity officials in late October Nu, Bradley University, to start an mid-February. The colony members 2008 to express Sigma Kappa's intensive public relations campaign. took part in their first ever sisterhood purpose and values. retreat on March 7. Members had the opportunity to grow in their friendships and understanding of Sigma Kappa a a national organization through these specific programs. There was much focus placed on our values which these women have continued to exemplify.

National President Laura L. Owsley, Alpha Chi, Georgetown College, joined the UCI colony members on May 9, 2009, as the members' commitment and passion for igma Kappa was celebrated at their Initiation ceremony. Following the ceremony family and friends gathered in honor of the newly initiated Kappa Rho Chapter members. In celebration the chapter

IGMA KAPPA TRJA GLE I UMMER 2009 34 University of California, Irvine

was presented with letters of congratulations from collegiate chapters, alumnae chapters and national officers as well as a crystal vase.

National officers and staff members participating in the Installation included Laura Owsley; National Vice President for Collegiate Chapters Missy Aupperle Ahrns, Theta Eta, University of Nevada-Las Vegas; National Vice President for Extension Sarah Nelson Womble, Delta Tau, University of Central Arkansas; Director of Colonies and New Chapters Meaghan Miller Thul, Theta Eta, University of Nevada-Las Vegas; Megan Crain; and Field Consultants Katie McGinn; Melanie Stone, Beta Epsilon, Louisiana Tech University; Shannon Kelly, Kappa Eta, Texas Christian University; community by participating in various campus programs, and Mattye LaSuer, Theta Phi, University of Tennessee philanthropic activities and events." at Chattanooga. Kappa Rho executive council officers and chairmen Megan stated, "It has been a privilege to work with the partook in Collegiate Officer Academy Friday, July 24 Kappa Rho chapter members. This group of women facilitated by Meaghan Miller Thul. The advisory board are dedicated to supporting the causes and living by the members were educated during Advisors Academy values of Sigma Kappa. They continue to positively the following day on the UCI campus. The members represent Sigma Kappa on campus and throughout the came back to Irvine during summer break for a two day recruitment workshop fromJuly 25-26 . At this time, chapter members were educated on the recruitment process, practiced conversation, took time for sisterhood bonding and enjoyed the fun filled weekend. The weekend ended with the Kappa Rho members excited and ready for the fall quarter.

Chapter president Talah Foroutan said, "The colonization process has been a lovely journey and I personally can't wait to embark on our next journey, creating the foundation for this chapter." . - Megan Crain, Delta Upsilon, colony consultant

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