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MID-ATLANTIC: Kim Larsen Watson (O-Missouri) and June Collins Herron (∆Φ-Indiana U. of Pennsylvania) NORTH CENTRAL MIDWEST: Colleen Sirhal (Θ-Michigan and HM-Marquette), Gina Catalona Hoener (E∆Northern Illinois) and Brandi Baumgartner (∆Θ-Western Michigan) NORTHEAST: Tanya McGinn (Y-Washburn) PACIFIC NORTHWEST: Shana Goss Smith (X-Montana) SOUTH CENTRAL: Linda Boon DeFee (ΓI-Texas Tech), Nonie Barrett Lowry (ZA-Eastern Illinois) and Marcia Brehm McIntyre (ZA-Eastern Illinois) SOUTHEAST: Liz Lord-Hannum (HΠ-Richmond) and Debra Nardi Myer (HΛ-George Mason) SOUTHWEST: Lindsay Wiggins (BΠ-USC) UPPER MIDWEST: Jan Brinker Schaeffer (BO-Bowling Green State)
Grant ( -DePauw) is 2001-03 NPC chairman (see Winter 2002 Quarterly). Also at each conference, the Alpha Phi Foundation sponsored a philanthropy recruitment event. In collaboration with the Fraternity, they unveiled Ideas from the Heart, a guide to help chapters plan successful philanthropy recruitment events (see Foundation, page 34). The new seminars and special training were a winning combination, according to Fraternity Executive Director Pamela J. Wilcox. “Participants take home with them skills that will not only help them become better and more efficient leaders but will carry over to help them in their professional and personal lives – well beyond college,” she says. “While regions and times change, Alpha Phi’s core values stay the same and can be applied to all aspects of personal growth.”
Sevenz Marshall (Z -Elmhurst) and Tonya Quick Dickson (EBButler) attend a reception sponsored by area alumnae chapters in the North Central Midwest region. Each chapter was assigned a room and alumnae circulated to the various events in each, with prizes awarded at the end of the evening. Tracy was initiated as an alumna during the conference.
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❸ The skills learned and improved upon during Regional Leadership Conferences are beneficial well beyond college. ❹ Sisters enjoy the MidAtlantic Regional Conference, held in Gaithersburg, Md.
THEY TRAVELED THE FARTHEST TO ATTEND THEIR CONFERENCE — BY CAR
able to share the planning, operation and costs of the conference, and at the same time, remain focused on the specific needs of the chapters in both regions.” Some regions incorporated awards presentations, initiation and ritual discussions, alumnae initiation ceremonies, Phi Market and alumnae educational sessions. Most highlighted special speakers or presenters. A new session incorporated into all conferences this year discussed the history of the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC). NPC celebrates its centennial anniversary this year, and the occasion is special to Alpha Phi because past International President and past Foundation Chair Sally McCall
Four British Columbia (BΘ) chapter officers drove from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, to stay with sisters at UCLA (B∆) and USC (BΠ) prior to the combined Pacific Northwest/Southwest Regional Conference. Since they were making the trip for the conference, they figured they would enjoy some of Los Angeles as well.
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Interested in a Travel Career?
Most professionals in the industry will admit it’s their passion for travel and the free or discounted travel associated with their jobs that drew them to the industry. According to Alpha Phi’s official travel agent Kim Pease Criscuolo ( I-Texas Tech) (see Travel Phi-ver, page 2) the field is not always as “glamorous” as it appears. But she says if you can handle a relatively low paying entry-level position, occasional long hours and challenging situations that often arise, you’ll find a job with unlimited opportunities that you’ll love.
START YOUR TRAVEL CAREER SEARCH WITH THE FOLLOWING RESOURCES: American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) 800.275.2782 www.astanet.com Cruise Lines International Association 212.921.0066 www.cruising.org Hospitality Jobs Online (includes links to hospitality schools, career tools, job listings) www.hotel-jobs.com International Association of Convention & Visitor Bureaus 202.296.7888 www.iacvb.org Travel Industry Association of America 202.408.8422 www.tia.org World Tourism Organization www.world-tourism.org World Travel and Tourism Council www.wttc.org
Kim says even after her travel schooling, she started her career by delivering tickets, and began work as an agent less than a year later. In addition to schooling, general characteristics are important in this service industry: interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity and awareness, and flexibility. Career changers When sisters need change, it seems they turn to travel. As with Kim, the trend among many who responded to the Quarterly’s query for travel Phis was receiving an undergraduate degree in a nontravel field and changing to a travel career later. Barb Gaasedelen (E-Minnesota) graduated with a degree in journalism, worked in television news for 11 years, became a travel agent for four years, then landed a job as an instructor for a computer reservations system. She travels around the country and abroad training travel agents how to use the system. Beth Collier ( -DePauw) made the decision while still in college. The pre-law major spent a semester studying in London and traveling Europe. “I decided law school could wait. I love traveling!” She is a tour director for Ambassadair Travel Club, a private travel club that runs about 600 trips per year out of Indianapolis, Ind. Both women agree it’s never too late to change your career path, especially to something you are passionate about. Perks Ingrid Gluck (FB-Loyola Marymount) has worked for Princess Cruises™ since 1991, currently as the company’s senior communications analyst. She says even with the challenges of the industry, the travel perks make it worthwhile: “I’ve had the fortune to travel around the world as a result of my employment,” she says. “My experiences have been rewarding, and I would not trade them for anything!”
Editor’s Note: Kim Criscuolo is employed by Canyon Creek Travel, a full service travel agency based in Richardson, Texas.
An industry on the go According to a 2001 World Travel and Tourism Council report, travel and tourism will create more than 5 million jobs per year over the next decade. These jobs are dispersed among the following sectors: airlines/transport; conferences and conventions; arts and culture; hotels, food and beverage; ecotourism; outdoor recreation and ancillary services associated with tourism. Those entering travel today will find a trend toward consolidation, so Kim suggests checking out larger corporations for opportunities. She also says to take into consideration new developments in Internet technology. Accessing and planning travel from one’s personal computer is increasingly popular; great for the consumer and for those employed by Internet-based travel companies, but competition for travel agents. Requirements Required schooling for travel positions varies depending on the sector and level of employment you seek. Vocational schools, colleges and universities offer travel-related courses of study that lead many to successful careers. For example, Kim says if one chooses to enter the field as a travel agent, it has become increasingly important to possess such training. Kim received her undergraduate degree in business, but later attended a travel academy. According to Kim, “Like any industry, it is difficult to walk in the door without experience. And it is difficult to get the experience until you land that first job.”
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The planning process…
The International Executive Board (IEB) strives to build on previous Boards’ efforts to take the Fraternity to the next level of excellence. Your IEB and those that follow derive their mission from Alpha Phi’s Vision for the 21st Century, and during each biennium a new planning process takes place under the umbrella of this vision. With the planning process recently behind it, the IEB is happy to unveil the core elements of past and new plans to you. They include: • A Strategic Direction, the overarching objectives the IEB sets that reflect the desires of Alpha Phi members. • Fiscal Year Strategies and Goals, the plan to implement the Strategic Direction that is created by staff and volunteers under the direction of the executive director and oversight of the IEB. The Strategic Direction is the culmination of more than a year’s worth of Board work including: listening to members, reviewing the Constitution, the Ritual and the Strategic Plan, wading through survey results from the 1996 strategic planning process and a 1999 follow-up survey, and inquiring of other governance organizations. It describes the outcomes that members want and will receive from Alpha Phi. Outline of the Strategic Direction Alpha Phi International Fraternity provides an environment in which its members can experience a sense of belonging and enjoy success in sisterhood. Accordingly: I. There will be clarity about the fundamental values of the Fraternity experience. Alpha Phi seeks excellence through
• womanhood (pride in self, humanity) • scholarship (intellectual curiosity and passion for lifelong learning) • service (contributing citizens of the world) A. Chapters will be aware of the value framework within which they are expected to operate with regard to the following: 1. membership recruitment 2. member experiences • personal integrity • academic achievement • education about Alpha Phi history • philanthropy and service 3. safety and risk management 4. the consequences of non-compliance B. Members will be informed of the obligations and benefits of lifetime membership including volunteer opportunities.
II. Chapters will have the capability to serve their members.
A. Chapter leaders will be provided with the necessary tools to gain expertise in the following: 1. membership recruitment 2. chapter operations including but not limited to: • finance • risk management • crisis management • membership education and retention 3. leadership and interpersonal skills B. Chapters will have the resources and materials necessary for success: 1. membership recruitment and retention tools 2. marketing and public relations strategies 3. programming 4. safe and competitive housing and/or meeting facilities
III. The public image of the Fraternity will attract and retain members.
A. Women will wish to be part of this prestigious organization. B. Alpha Phis will be perceived as highly capable women. C. Universities will regard Alpha Phi International as a constructive partner.
IV. Members will have access to information that enables them to be informed about and connected to Alpha Phi and each other.
The Board wants to hear from you
Over the next six months, the IEB will seek member input on the Strategic Direction. Feedback gathering began during Regional Conferences in February, at which Board members discussed the Strategic Direction and conducted a short survey of collegiate members. Alumnae present also had the opportunity to provide feedback. The IEB also plans to host travelling Coffee Connections – a series of informal discussions over coffee and sweets, to hear what local members have to say about the Fraternity’s future. The discussions, held throughout chapter cities, are intended to bring together Alpha Phi members with their Board to gain feedback. The first Alpha Phi Coffee Connection takes place in conjunction with the IEB’s April meeting in Evanston. In addition, there will be an opportunity to offer your input on the Strategic Direction at Convention 2002, during a town hall meeting hosted by both incoming and outgoing IEB members. In the meantime, please feel free to contact any IEB director to discuss this plan.
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How do I pay? Paying your dues has never been easier. Select from three methods: • Send a check for $21.29 U.S. ($20.00 dues plus $1.29 for Founders’ Day pennies) or $32.62 Canadian payable to Alpha Phi International to Alumnae Services, Alpha Phi International, 1930 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL 60201. • Call 847.316.8940 and we’ll process your dues payment over the telephone. • Pay online at www.alphaphi.org/alumnae_info/dues.html. Please remember to pay your local alumnae chapter dues separately. Don’t delay. Reconnect with your sisters and ensure the future of Alpha Phi! Pay your 2001-2002 International Alumnae Dues today! This is not a tax-deductible contribution.
Northeast Region
BOSTON, MASS.
A Founders’ Day brunch in October marked Boston alumnae chapter’s first fundraiser of the year, with proceeds benefiting the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Members raised more than $1,000 by participating in a 13-mile walk for the Dana Farber Cancer Institute’s Jimmy Fund. A Toys for Tots® collection and holiday event concluded the year. The chapter’s fall newsletter was mailed to more than 700 local alumnae, and its e-mail list kept sisters in the loop about events. E-mail APhi_AlumnaeBoston-subscribe@yahoogroups.com to join the e-mail list. Some members traveled to Providence, R.I., in February to attend the Northeast regional conference’s alumnae reception (see Regional Conferences, page 8). The evening provided an opportunity to mingle with sisters from the region and meet local, regional and international VIPs. Boston Phis also
enjoyed a wine tasting at Christy Hefflon Yeager’s (ΘK-Rochester) home in February. Several Bentley (ZP) alumnae had plans in April to attend the chapter’s 20th anniversary celebration in Wakefield (see Bulletin Board, page 36). Boston sisters are creating a Web site and welcome suggestions at rainah911@yahoo.com. –Joyce Brady Bean (ZP-Bentley)
BOSTON CONTACT:
(∆Φ-Indiana U. of Pennsylvania), Mid-Atlantic region alumnae membership coordinator. –Lisa Eng (HH-Seton Hall)
SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY CONTACT:
Lisa Eng (HH-Seton Hall) lisaeng@erols.com 856.854.4133
BUFFALO, N.Y.
After everyone dug out from the more than seven feet of snow that blanketed the area during the holidays, Buffalo alumnae gathered in January to ice skate at a downtown outdoor ice rink and enjoyed dinner at a nearby restaurant. Two women who had previously met through work discovered their shared affiliation during the event. Chapter President Tracey Rosenthal Drury (ΘE-SUNY/Buffalo) is a reporter for a local business journal and knew Lynsey Zimdahl (A-Syracuse), a local AmeriCorps*VISTA volunteer, because of a story she wrote. When Tracey called alumnae to invite them to the ice skating
Raina Huebner (I∆-Rhode Island) rainah911@yahoo.com 617.629.7891
SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY
October brought Southern New Jersey alumnae two reasons to celebrate: Founders’ Day and the chapter’s 30th anniversary. Members met at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pa., on Oct. 20, enjoyed the beautiful exhibits and reminisced over brunch. The special guest of honor was June Collins Herron
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event she came across Lynsey’s name. The situation was a great icebreaker for the pair. In February, sisters helped with SUNY/Buffalo’s (ΘE) formal recruitment and enjoyed a Buffalo Sabres hockey game from a luxury suite. Other events included a happy hour in March and a progressive wine and dessert night planned for April. Silver Sisters (most who have been members for more than 50 years) hold monthly luncheons. For more information about the chapter, visit www.geocities.com/alphaphibuffalum/. –Tracey Rosenthal Drury (ΘE-SUNY/Buffalo)
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Rhody Phis kicked off 2002 with a “happy hour” at a local restaurant and a Super Bowl shindig. In February, sisters attended the Northeast regional conference’s alumnae reception in Providence, R.I. Alumnae and collegians enjoyed meeting and sharing ideas and experiences. Other spring events included attending a Providence Bruins hockey game, an evening at the Comedy Connection, “happy hours” and a cooking class with a local professional chef. Check out the chapter’s Web site, www.RhodyPhis.com, to stay involved. All Rhode Island alumnae are encouraged to join. –Amanda Cunningham Cote (EΩΛ-Texas A&M)
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(From left) Elizabeth Fonda Wiltshire (A-Syracuse) and Margaret Calder Griest (BΠ-USC) receive 50-year pins from the Southern New Jersey alumnae chapter during a Founders’ Day celebration.
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Buffalo alumnae help the SUNY/Buffalo (ΘE) collegiate chapter during formal recruitment.
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Hawaii alumnae pose next to a tropical waterfall in a Honolulu restaurant. Pictured are (from left) Jacque Thomas Law (Λ-UC/Berkeley), Mary Alice Baker Wetzel (T-Oregon), Connie Mayhall Mortara (T-Oregon), Mary Lynn Manuel Godfrey (B∆-UCLA), Shirley McKown (XMontana) and Ann Lloyd (X-Montana).
Tracey Rosenthal Drury (ΘE-SUNY/Buffalo) tbdrury2@aol.com 716.731.6420
NYC METRO, N.Y.
An online book discussion of Edith Wharton’s House of Mirth attracted several NYC Metro alumnae. If the next book’s (Interpreter of Maladies by Jhumpa Lahiri) online discussion is as well attended, members will meet in person for future book reviews. Valentine Phi-ver, the most recent “happy hour,” was held at the trendy New York hot spot, Light, on Feb. 7. Proceeds from the event benefited the Alpha Phi Foundation. Vice President of Programming Alisa Vitti (ZOΛJohns Hopkins) led an interesting discussion entitled “Sugar Blues and Cravings,” a holistic/alternativebased approach to examining and controlling eating habits. Due to the success of the event, alumnae will schedule new lectures every few months. For more information on the chapter, visit www.nycalphaphi.org. –Bonnie Lestz (∆-Cornell)
NYC METRO CONTACT:
Kim Norton-O’Brien (ZP-Bentley) knorton_obrien@hotmail.com 401.884.3971
Pacific Northwest Region
HAWAII
The Hawaii chapter recognized 50-year members at a luncheon in a “kamaina” (local) restaurant in Honolulu. Alumnae held general meetings during Founders’ Day, the holidays and in late spring when collegiate scholarship winners were announced. Potluck board planning meetings were held throughout the year during months when general meetings were not. A holiday party included a silent auction annual fundraiser and a canned food and paper products collection for area families in need. –Sandy Flentje Kofel (∆Ψ-Wisconsin/Oshkosh)
HAWAII CONTACT:
How Does
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• Alpha Phi-Sponsored Trips (see page 6) • Convention 2002 (see information throughout this issue) • Regional Conferences (see page 8) • Educational Leadership Consultant Positions (see page 33)
Tammy Skuraton (A-Syracuse) tammy@lkinc.com 212.265.3631 x105
Sandy Flentje Kofel (∆Ψ-Wisconsin/Oshkosh) skofel@winnersatwork.org 808.395.1583
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Austin area alumnae take time out of trick-or-treating to pose during Texas (Ω) chapter’s annual fall carnival. Pictured are (from left) Pam Rettew Curry with son Braden and daughter Alyssa, Laurie Miller McSorley with daughter Erin, Debbie Jensen Carver with son Justin and Melanie Kieke Pav with sons Jackson and Tyler (all women are Ω-Texas).
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Dallas alumnae supported breast cancer awareness by participating in the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation’s Race for the Cure® in October. The chapter raised $1,200 for the Alpha Phi Foundation with sales of wonderful-smelling Home Interiors and Gifts® candles, organized by Vice President of Philanthropy Dee Smith Spurlock (∆B-Texas A&M/Commerce). In November, Lynn Clements Soutter (ZN-Texas Christian) hosted a trunk show and tea party at a local accessory and gift shop. December found alumnae celebrating the holidays with a gift exchange, hosted by President Michele Hurley Quiroga (Φ-Oklahoma). A mother-daughter dessert party in early January was a fun opportunity to introduce local collegians to
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Austin area alumnae donated more than 60 toys to the Travis County (Texas) Sherriff Brown Santa program thanks to their 4th annual holiday potluck dinner, toy donation and ornament exchange. Fall activities included a Bunko game night and a Discovery Toys® party. Spring events include dinner with the local Texas (Ω) collegiate chapter and a Mexican potluck dinner and game night. The year’s final event is a Round Rock Express baseball game and pre-game tailgate party. –Melanie Kieke Pav (Ω-Texas)
AUSTIN AREA CONTACT:
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Vice President of Programs Ashley Reaves reads a seasonal story during the Dallas and Suburban alumnae chapter’s holiday gift exchange.
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Susan Stone, left, presents the 2001 Elizabeth Thompson Smith Award to North Texas (ΓH) collegian Jenna O’Brien during the Fort Worth alumnae chapter’s mother-daughter event.
Melanie Kieke Pav (Ω-Texas) melpav@austin.rr.com 512.244.0159
South Central Region
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA.
Oklahoma City alumnae hosted a photography lesson in May at the Oklahoma City (∆∆) chapter room. Members attended an Oklahoma RedHawks minor league baseball game in August. Alumnae helped area collegiate chapters with fall recruitment; both Delta Delta and Cameron (ΘP) pledged quota, and Theta Rho doubled its size. In September, alumnae held a Creative Memories® scrapbooking party and participated for a second year in the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation’s Race for the Cure®. Founders’ Day was celebrated Oct. 13 with the Tulsa alumnae chapter and area collegiate chapters. Other events included a lesson on financial planning and a holiday party and ornament exchange. –Beth Anderson (Φ-Oklahoma)
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TRIBUTE TO A ST. LOUIS GATEWAY, MO., SISTER
Alpha Phis throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area mourn the death of St. Louis Gateway alumna Mary Lou Belz O’Neal (BT-Indiana). She passed away Nov. 14, 2001, following a brief illness from complications of cancer. According to alumna Mary Ellen Shelton Brucker (K-Stanford), “In the past 50 years, no St. Louis Alpha Phi has been more active in alumnae affairs or served the Fraternity with more energy and effectiveness.” Mary Lou is a former alumnae chapter president, Missouri (O) house corporation board president and Missouri recommendations chairman. She organized the alumnae chapter’s February Have a Heart lollipop sales fundraiser for more than 15 years, raising thousands of dollars for the St. Louis Children’s Hospital cardiology department. She attended annual St. Louis Heart Association Heart Parties for pediatric heart patients for nearly three decades. She was key in the establishment Mary Lou O’Neal of the Southern Illinois University/Edwardsville (E ) collegiate chapter. For her service, she received Alpha Phi’s Michaelanean Award in 1974. “Mary Lou always worked to strengthen bonds between her Alpha Phi sisters. She was the glue that held many St. Louis Alpha Phis together,” says Mary Ellen. “She gave the same cheerful and devoted energy to her family, her church and her many friends. Few members were more loyal or devoted to Alpha Phi and its values, and she returned them in full measure to all she touched. We are richer for her life.” –Mary Ellen Shelton Brucker (K-Stanford)
Beth Anderson (Φ-Oklahoma) banders@flash.net 405.364.0263
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Alpha Phi International is delighted to announce alumnae chapters and ivy connections are forming in the following areas:
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CALIFORNIA INDIANA TENNESSEE
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the alumnae chapter. The event was held at Danna Morguloff Hayden’s (ΓH-North Texas) home and hosted by Carol Robnette McQueary (ΓH-North Texas), Shannon Baskins Burton (ΓH-North Texas) and Luann Brennan Bruster (ΓH-North Texas). The chapter’s newsletter was compiled by Courtney Lehrmann Schnell (EΩΛ-Texas A&M). Spring events include a Mardi Gras party, the annual Grape Escape wine auction, a Hawaiian luau, Kentucky Derby hats on parade, a book review and an annual rummage sale fundraiser planned by Vice President of Programs Ashley Reaves (EΩΛ-Texas A&M) and Arrangements Chair Amy Gavigan (EΩ-Texas A&M). For up-to-date chapter information, visit www.geocities.com/sys113. –Staci Stephenson (Φ-Oklahoma)
DALLAS AND SUBURBAN CONTACT:
Pensacola
HAWAII
Lansing
NEW HAMPSHIRE
El Paso Mission/Rio Grande Valley Wichita Falls
OVERSEAS
Maui
ILLINOIS
Manchester
OKLAHOMA
Metro East Edwardsville Oklahoma City Evansville
Germany London
IVY CONNECTIONS: (ALUMNAE 10 YEARS OUT OF COLLEGE AND YOUNGER)
MICHIGAN PENNSYLVANIA
CALIFORNIA
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GEORGIA
Saginaw
NEW JERSEY
Philadelphia
TEXAS
Atlanta
ILLINOIS
Monmouth/Ocean County
OHIO
San Antonio
WISCONSIN
Springfield
Milwaukee
Columbus
Michele Hurley Quiroga (Φ-Oklahoma) Michele_hurley@starkey.com 214.328.6901
FAR NORTH DALLAS AND SURROUNDING COUNTIES, TEXAS
The Far North Dallas and Surrounding Counties alumnae chapter was chartered in July 2001, and members held their first official meeting in September. By January, they had grown to almost 50 members. Founders’ Day 2001 found members joining in the celebrations of five other alumnae chapters and four collegiate chapters. In November, the chapter donated more than 70 pounds of food to the Dallas Food Bank. In December, toys were collected and donated to the local Toys for Tots® program. –Robyn McCormac Green (∆B-Texas A&M/Commerce)
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Alpha Phi seeks alumnae who are interested in forming alumnae chapters and ivy connections in the following areas: Pasadena, Calif. Eugene, Ore. Salem, Ore. Columbia, S.C. Please contact Alison Tibbits (I∆-Rhode Island) at atibbits@alphaphi.org if you are interested in starting or getting involved in a chapter in your area.
Congratulations to the following alumnae chapters for recently receiving their charters!
GREATER GREENSBORO (N.C.) Chartered: Oct. 9, 2001 Chapter president: Stacy Poindexter (EΦΛ-NC State) E-mail: stacy.poindexter@ mba.wfu.edu MONTEREY BAY (CALIF.) Chartered: Oct. 16, 2001 Chapter president: Alice Schmitt LeFebvre (Λ-UC/Berkeley) E-mail: alicelefebvre@earthlink.net INLAND EMPIRE (CALIF.) Chartered: Nov. 29, 2001 Chapter president: Iwona Luczkiewicz Contreras (HBCSU/San Bernardino) E-mail: iwonam2000@yahoo.com WINTER PARK/ORLANDO (FLA.) Chartered: March 5, 2002 Chapter President: Sharon Pruter Sanders (B∆-UCLA) E-mail: sanders5756@msn.com
Karla Hardy-Allford (ΓΩ-Midwestern State) Kallford@swbell.net 972.624.0686
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account of Washington, D.C., based on her experience on Capitol Hill. The November meeting, held at Myrika Morris Tyler’s (ΓH-North Texas) home, included an ornament exchange with North Texas (ΓH) collegians and a presentation by Lynn DeLemos Gross (∆∆Oklahoma City). In January, members held the annual motherdaughter dessert, silent auction and fashion show at Mira Vista Country Club in Fort Worth. Susan Stone and her committee of Ann Shelp Coburn (ZN-Texas Christian), Diann Prater Cook (ZK-Southwest Texas State) and Shelly Hoger Parks (ΓH-North Texas) organized the event, and proceeds benefited Texas collegians and the John Peter Smith Hospital’s Alpha Phi McFerrin Golden Stethoscope Award. The 2001 Elizabeth Thompson Smith Award, announced at the mother-daughter event, went to Jenna O’Brien (ΓHNorth Texas). Visit the chapter’s Web site at www.angelfire.com/ tx4/aphi. –Louise Florey Reid (ΓI-Texas Tech)
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Members of the newly organized Inland Empire alumnae chapter gather during the fall. Pictured are (back, from left) Melissa Johnson (EY-CSU/Northridge), Iwona Luczkiewicz Contreras, Jenny Hagstrom, (front, from left) Diana Ernst, Kristen Ferron, Jennifer Gamez, Erin Zubieta Williams, Stephanie Crossey and Marcie Balderas (all HB-CSU/San Bernardino).
Iwona Luczkiewicz Contreras (HBCSU/San Bernardino) iwonam2000@yahoo.com 909.864.3121
LONG BEACH, CALIF.
Long Beach alumnae co-hosted two successful events with CSU/Long Beach (ΓK) collegians in October. A Founders’ Day potluck allowed 20 alumnae an opportunity to visit the newly renovated chapter house and witness a lovely candlelight ceremony led by collegians in the chapter’s backyard. Alumna Charlotte Covelli Goforth (BΠ-USC) shared some of her custom calligraphy work during a chapter meeting. Her business, Covelli Designs, features personalized cards, invitations, letterhead and announcements. A second event was a dinner at the CSU/LB student union, catered by alumna Sophia Marinos Riley (ΓK-CSU/Long Beach). The event brought together more than 130 collegians, parents and alumnae for an evening program keynoting CSU/LB President Dr. Robert Maxson and Foundation Traveling Consultant Kristin Tomala (Z -Elmhurst).
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Long Beach alumnae join CSU/Long Beach (ΓK) collegians, parents and other local alumnae for a dinner in October. Pictured are (from left) Alumnae Chapter President Ellie Johnson, Gamma Kappa Chapter Adviser Lori Hirsch Stokoe (BA-Illinois), Foundation Traveling Consultant Kristin Tomala, Gamma Kappa Vice President of Programs Kelli Jonkey, CSU/Long Beach President Dr. Robert Maxson and Gamma Kappa President Christina Stein.
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Members of Ashland and Cleveland East alumnae chapters meet at the gravesite of Founder Elizabeth Grace Hubbel Shults in recognition of Founders’ Day in October.
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Cleveland East alumnae create bookmarks focusing on cardiac care during a January meeting.
Susan Stone (ZN-Texas Christian) apeyrefitt@aol.com 817.921.9822
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FORT WORTH, TEXAS
Fort Worth alumnae held a recruitment party at the home of Susan Stone (ZN-Texas Christian) in September. In October, they joined Metroplex alumnae to celebrate Founders’ Day at La Cima Club in Las Colinas. A 50-year pin was presented to Linda Dorris Strassburger (Ω-Texas), and Janice Coughlin (ΘK-Rochester) gave a behind the scenes
INLAND EMPIRE, CALIF.
Inland Empire alumnae held their first meeting in October, and events have been non-stop since. From dinners out to get-togethers at sisters’ homes, the women continue to meet on a monthly basis. Those living in the Inland Empire area are encouraged to join. –Iwona Luczkiewicz Contreras (HB-CSU/San Bernardino)
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President Ellie Johnson (B∆-UCLA) and Gamma Kappa President Christina Stein welcomed guests. Dr. Maxson spoke about his support for fraternities and sororities and challenged the audience to be alert to opportunities that present themselves - opportunities that will allow one to “express one’s unique potential.” Kristin stressed the importance of collegians’ philanthropic work on the Alpha Phi Foundation’s behalf. Last year, collegiate chapters raised more than $250,000 which supported cardiac research programs, offered graduate and undergraduate scholarships, recognized outstanding teaching on college campuses, helped women in crisis situations and funded innovative training and leadership opportunities.
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CLEVELAND EAST, OHIO
Cleveland East alumnae began the new year with a dinner and business meeting about cardiac care. The group had a great time editing and composing a heart bookmark with the theme “Beating for Life What you need to know to keep your heart beating for a healthy life.” The bookmarks will serve as educational references for the public about heart disease prevention and awareness. They will be distributed to hospitals, doctors’ offices and other medical buildings. –Rea Dawson Wedekamm (BI-West Virginia)
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ASHLAND, OHIO
Ashland area and Cleveland East alumnae chapters gathered for a service of remembrance and lunch on Oct. 13, six years after the site marking Founder Elizabeth Grace Hubbell Shults’ (A-Syracuse) grave was dedicated. Cleveland East alumna Joan Norris Graham (BO-Bowling Green State) and a small committee spearheaded the fundraising for the marker in Lake View Cemetery, Cleveland Heights. –Ann Hathaway Beckert Schar (EA-Ashland)
ASHLAND CONTACT:
Ellie Johnson (B∆-UCLA) elliej@csulb.edu 562.985.4512
Ann Hathaway Beckert Schar (EA-Ashland) abassoc@richnet.net 429.281.2525
Rea Dawson Wedekamm (BI-West Virginia) Dawneedee@aol.com 440.729.9001
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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Wednesday, June 26 Registration and Delegate Orientation Informal Welcome Dinner NPC 100th Birthday Celebration Featured Presenter: Erin Weed Concurrent Sessions/Tracks for Collegians, Advisers and Alumnae Individual and Chapter Awards Dinner Friday, June 28 Foundation Luncheon Court of Ivy Dinner Initiation Reception Honoring New Initiates Saturday, June 29 Service of Remembrance Alumnae Awards Luncheon (Frances E. Willard, Ursa Major, Michaelanean) Training Sessions Installation of Officers Candlelight Banquet Sunday, June 30 Optional On/Off-Property Activities
JUNE 26-30
Thursday, June 27 Alpha Phi Marketplace Opens Opening Ceremonies Featured Speaker: Sachi Koto Networking Lunch
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Sister Supports Sept. 11 Efforts
Sayles Graphic Design (Des Moines, Iowa) co-owner Sheree Clark (A ) and business partner John Sayles spearheaded an art exhibition in December to benefit Sept. 11 relief efforts and promote pride in America. “Art Fights Back: An Exhibition and Benefit” is a collection of posters sketched by John and inspired by the terrorist attacks and the resulting spirit of American patriotism. Backed by 30 Des Moines-area communication companies and creative professionals, Sheree and John debuted the public exhibition of more than two dozen posters at Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Des Moines Dec. 7, 2001, the 60th anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attacks. Fundraising efforts included silent auctions of framed, signed posters and the sale of reprints, limited-edition serigraphs, a show catalog and a postcard set. The three-day event raised more than $15,000 for relief efforts. Sheree and John are working with several groups to arrange a nationwide tour of the exhibit. For more information or to purchase merchandise, visit www.artfightsback.org.
Judge Honored by Ohio State Bar
Magistrate Denise Herman McColley (BO-Bowling Green State and M-Miami University) of Napoleon, Ohio, is the 2001 recipient of the Ohio State Bar Foundation’s Public or Government Service Award for her significant contributions to the legal profession, the justice system and her community. Denise McColley Denise was honored at the Ohio State Bar Foundation’s annual meeting in November. Denise founded Napoleon’s Center for Child and Family Advocacy in 1983 and was instrumental in the establishment of the Northwestern Ohio Court Mediation Service Program. She is a founding member and president of the Napoleon High School Alumni Association, the Ohio State University Club of Henry-Defiance Counties and the Henry County Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (MRDD) Board.
She Creates for the Community
The work of Char Anderson Lees (BOBowling Green State) was featured in the Jan. 2, 2002, Columbus (Ohio) Dispatch. Her design was chosen out of 22 artists as the signature piece for the historic Harrison West neighborhood in Columbus. The sculptress created “Side by Side,” 10“Side by Side” is a Char Lees foot twin, creation. stainlesssteel towers decorated with symbols of the neighborhood, and the artwork was installed this fall. Char was quoted as saying, “I like the intimacy of the site. You’re right up close to the pieces when you’re in the park.” Char attempted to reflect the neighborhood’s character with cutouts in the towers that depict children at play, a man walking a dog, neighborhood rooftops, the downtown skyline and even an owl guarding the entrance to an old elementary school. Her selection was based on a jury of residents who first chose three artists to submit formal proposals, then more than 175 neighbors voted for Char’s design in January 2000.
She Coaches a Winning Team
Madison Middle School (Albuquerque, N.M.) tennis coach Jo Shockman Hagel’s ( -North Dakota) squad won the Northern New Mexico Tennis Association Mid-School League’s coed championships. It was the school’s second consecutive win and third title overall, with a previous win in 1998. This is Jo’s eighth year as Madison Middle School coach. The North Dakota native has taught 36 years, several of those in Illinois. She is a past Albuquerque Area alumnae chapter president.
Sayles Graphic Design artwork benefits Sept. 11 relief efforts and promotes pride in America.
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