February 2015 Kappa Omega Mid-Semester Spring Newsletter Looking Toward the Future As Kappa Omega quickly Dates”. Motivation to attend approaches its second events is at an all-time high with anniversary since colonization, Sigma Kappa, one of eight the chapter looks forward to sororities, comprising creating its own traditions as approximately 25% of women well as solidifying its presence (about 50 girls) in attendance at on campus. After attending the the most recent Panhellenic Regional Leadership meeting. Over the past two Conference in Old years the chapter has worked Greenwhich, Connecticut, hard to show such a presence, Executive Council came back and with a new sorority to Boston with a number of colonizing in the spring of 2016, exciting ideas contributed by we are proud to be supportive of various chapters across the the Panhellenic community. northeast. Thus far, members Looking toward the future, we of Kappa Omega have shown are excited to show even more enthusiasm for newly created involvement at Northeastern activities and incentives such University through participation as “Badge Attire of the Week” in various events that extend and sisterhood “Blind beyond the Greek community. Shatter Your Stigmas Philanthropy As discussed at the Regional Leadership Convention As Ultra Violet quickly approaches, our Vice in January, Kappa Omega strives to not only be active President of Philanthropic Services, Victoria among the Greek community but within the Liceaga, is working overtime to raise both money Northeastern community as well. On January 21st, and awareness for our national philanthropies. In Sigma Kappa and the National Residence Hall Honor February, she arranged for a speaker from the Society partnered together during their Give 5 week. Alzheimer’s Association to speak to our chapter This week-long effort promoted the idea that about the disease and the current research being everyone can give five of something, such as minutes, conducted to help combat it. Some sisters also hours, or dollars, in order to make a difference in our attended a talk by Dr. Alice Bonner about the community. This specific event focused on disease that was sponsored by Kappa Psi, a shattering negative stigmas and instead raising professional pharmacy fraternity. Additionally, awareness for current problems within our Kappa Omega will soon be community. volunteering at the Sherrill House, a nursing and Sigma Kappachino rehabilitation center that specializes in Alzheimer’s On the morning of care, as well as the Tuesday, February participating in the 3rd, members of Breakfast Club, a Sigma Kappa and our community - Greek Week partners, Sigma Phi Epsilon, cleanup gave out free hot program. chocolate and coffee in Centennial Commons. Badge Attire of Sisterhood Events the Week Congratulations to both Mary Duffy (pictured on the During the month of February, Sisterhood Chair left) and Gabrielle Mantel (pictured on the right) for Rachel Butensky has implemented exciting new winning “Badge Attire of the Week” in January and sisterhood events. Sisterhood “blind dates” involve February, respectively. This new incentive encourages a secret and randomly chosen group of sisters the women of Kappa Omega to wear their badges with meeting up at an unknown venue to enjoy dinner pride and confidence. Keep up the good work ladies! and get to know each other better. One of this month’s blind dates took place at the delicious Max Brenner’s Chocolate Bar. In addition to these, sisters also gathered to celebrate Valentine’s Day by participating in a scrumptious dessert potluck. Yum! Sisterhood Retreat This year’s sisterhood retreat took place on Saturday, February 21st. Beginning at the Museum of Fine Arts, Kappa Omega participated in a number of activities that bolstered sisterhood and chapter morale. Throughout the day, we enjoyed exploring the museum, learning Sigma Kappa recruitment songs and chants, and attempting to untie an impossibly-created human knot. To wrap up an exciting day, Kappa Omega relaxed by watching Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. This year’s retreat was exciting, and we can’t wait to see what Sisterhood Chair Rachel Butensky has in store for us in the fall semester! Alumnae Shout-Out Kappa Omega would like to thank all of the wonderful alumnae that have continuously helped us out throughout the semester so far. On February 4th, members of the chapter’s advisory board helped lead an interesting and engaging program that informed our chapter more thoroughly about Sigma Kappa’s Risk Management Policy. Additionally, we are appreciative of the alumnae who attended our brunch at Fire and Ice on February 28th. We had a great time, and we look forward to hosting more events in the future! Relay For Life Last year, Kappa Omega raised a grand total of over $10,000 for the American Cancer Society through our Relay for Life team. Currently, we are over a quarter of the way towards surpassing last year’s goal, and the chapter is actively working to make this year’s donation as large as possible. If you would like to become more involved in our efforts, please contact Kappa Omega’s Vice President of Philanthropic Services, Victoria Liceaga, at [email protected]. Additionally, if you would like to donate through our team, this can be done by clicking HERE . Any and all contributions are greatly appreciated! Upcoming Events Relay for Life- Friday, March 20th Greek Week- March 20th – 28th Alumnae Paint Bar Night- Saturday, March 21st Alumnae Game Night- Sunday, April 12th Senior Week- April 13th – 17th Red Sox Game- Sunday, April 19th Order of the Triangle- Wednesday, April 22nd Ultra Violet- Thursday, April 23rd .