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Jackie Brannon StuttsInternational President

As a young alumna, it was difficult for me to determine what role Alpha Gamma Delta would play in my adult life. I definitely wanted to remain connected with the Fraternity and understood there were many avenues to do so. But would I have enough time with a busy career and a young fam-ily? Would my alumnae experi-ence remain relevant to my life as I got older?

I quickly realized that my involvement with the Fraternity could take many shapes to fit into my life at any given stage. Alpha Gamma Delta’s Alumnae Experience Task Force wants to know how you feel about your alumnae experience. There is always room for improvement, and with your help, we can work together to ensure Alpha Gamma Delta is relevant to all alumnae. Be sure to take the alumnae survey on page 16!

Due to my meaningful and strong collegiate experience, I was dedicated to maintaining involvement in Alpha Gamma Delta during adulthood. With the growth of the Fraternity (Already, we have over 600 more new members than in 2008, and there are still chap-ters who have not yet partici-pated in Formal Recruitment!) and the release of the Alpha

and Gamma Experience, I be-lieve the collegiate experience is stronger than ever. I was fortu-nate enough to be copied on an email from Beta Beta Chapter’s President Courtney Schaff in which she said, “[The Gamma Experience] gives practical and modern application to our Purpose and I see our sister-hood strengthening with this opportunity to open up and share with one another.” How inspiring! As we continue to share Alpha Gamma Delta with new universities like Austin Peay (with 76 new members!) and University of South Caro-lina (colonizing in fall 2012), I know Alpha Gamma Delta will continue to be a leader in the fraternal world.

Please consider joining us at International Convention 2012 in St. Louis from July 18-21. In addition to celebrating the Foundation’s 50th anniversary, we will be embracing our sister-hood and living with Purpose. You won’t want to miss this!

Speaking of living with Pur-pose, have you had a chance to review the Fraternity's new visual identity and brand mes-sage: Live with Purpose? If you missed the Summer 2011 electronic Quarterly, you can learn more on page 3. You may be wondering, what is

the meaning behind Live with Purpose? Since the creation of the Alpha Gamma Delta Pur-pose in 1919, Alpha Gams have embraced the ideals Founder Emily Helen Butterfield laid out as a road map to a fulfill-ing and meaningful life. It encompasses everything Alpha Gamma Delta stands for, in-cluding our drive to inspire the woman and impact the world. Live with Purpose is intended to encourage members to carry out the values exemplified in the Purpose in a way that is comfortable and relevant to them. Are you living with Pur-pose? Share your story with the Quarterly staff at [email protected].

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P.S.: Have you registered for myAlphaGam yet? I have, and I love the new features (like the Volunteer Search) that came with the 2.0 upgrade. It is such a great product that will continue to make our connec-tions with Alpha Gamma Delta much easier to manage!

Director of Communications and Marketing Jill Lewman Harter

Graphic Design and Marketing Specialist Kylee Kirk Communications and Marketing CoordinatorKailee Fouch Bennett

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The Quarterly welcomes editorial

submissions from freelance writers. Issues

focus on themes, so please contact the

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The Quarterly Magazine Mission

The Alpha Gamma Delta Quarterly Magazine endeavors to:

• Serve as a forum of communication to inspire, educate and challenge members on Fraternity, Greek and women’s issues.

• Rekindle, sustain and excite member loyalty and interest through celebrating and validating sisterhood and recognizing and acknowledging individual and chapter/club accomplishments.

• Serve as a permanent record and archive, documenting the Fraternity.

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Dear Quarterly Staff,What a beautiful issue of the Quarterly this is! I loved reading about the new brand and all of the stories behind the brand identity components and, of course, about the Gamma Experience content.

I found myself getting chills as I was reading the issue, and a lot of pride ran through my body as I thought about all the success Alpha Gamma Delta has experienced over the past few years. I am truly very grateful to have been able to be a part of that. It was also really special to see [Lee Woodham Digiovanni, Education Committee Chairman] highlighted in the issue. She has been a great partner to our team at The Leadership Institute-Women with Purpose and we really appreciate all the work she does!

I just wanted to say congrats to each of you. Job very well done. Best,Erin CorreaExecutive DirectorThe Leadership Institute-Women with Purpose, Inc

Erin,Thank you for your message! We appreciate Alpha Gamma Delta’s relationship with The Leadership Institute and are so pleased with the success of the Gamma Experience. Thanks to you and your team for all of your hard work on this initiative.

Best,Jill Harter Quarterly Editor

Thanks to all of the sisters who provided feedback on the Quarterly on our Facebook Fan Page and on Twitter. Several of your comments are below: TWEETS• Thank you @alphagammadelta for the

opportunity to be featured on your website. So proud to be an Alpha Gam and share that with others :) –Samantha Avanzino, Delta Omicron-University of Nevada, Las Vegas

• Exciting to see Mu Chapter listed as a Jewel Chapter in the latest @alphagammadelta Quarterly!–Andrea Pendleton, Gamma Iota- Mercer University

• @alphagammadelta love the look of the new Quarterly!–Stephanie Wolf, Theta Omicron- Western Carolina University

• Good to see @leedigio (Lee Woodham Digiovanni, Education Committee Chairman) featured in the new @alphagammadelta Quarterly!–Amy Kant, Beta Epsilon- Carroll University

FACEBOOK COMMENTS• It's great! I used to have a copy of

Cooking With Grand Council, and now I'm following their blog. –Nann Blaine Hilyard, Epsilon Alpha-University of Missouri-Columbia

Submit your feedback on the Quarterly!

Thank you to all sisters who submitted

a letter to the editor for this issue.

Remember, the Quarterly is for YOU!

We want to hear what you think about

your magazine! Send your comments

on this issue of the Quarterly by

December 15 by e-mail to quarterly@

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Did you read the Summer 2011 Quarterly?

Alpha Gamma Delta distributed the Summer 2011 electronic Quarterly in August 2011. This issue marked the launch of the Fraternity's new visual identity and brand message: Live with Purpose.

Did you receive the issue in your email inbox? If not, you can view it on our website by visiting www.alphagammadelta.org and searching for "summer Quarterly." Is your email listed in the Fraternity's database? To ensure that International Headquarters has your updated contact information, log in to the myAlphaGam section of the Fraternity website (formerly Member Services) and click "Edit my profile" in the upper left part of the screen. More about myAlphaGam is available on page 8.

1 2 3Support the Fraternity

Since our founding, Alpha Gamma Delta has touched the lives of over 155,000 women. Alumnae Dues supports many Fraternity initiatives, from collegiate chapter development and extension opportunities to volunteer initiatives and alumnae programming. Your $40 contribution makes a true impact, providing the Fraternity with the sustainability to extend our reach and the means to exceed our Purpose.

You can pay your Alumnae Dues in two ways:

1. Online: Visit www.alphagammadelta.org and type "alumnae dues" in the search bar.

2. By Mail: Send a $40 check to Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity, 8710 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46260.

Did you know? We've moved!

International Headquarters staff officially moves into the new building at 8710 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46260 in mid-November. Our phone number, 317-872-2655, will remain the same. Please refrain from sending mail to our previous address on Founders Road. If you have any questions, contact International Headquarters at 317-872-2655 or [email protected].

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Wednesday, July 18, 2012ArrivalsRegistration and CredentialsOpening Session and Reception Thursday, July 19, 2012Business Meeting and Educational ProgrammingLunchProgrammingRitual ServicesHonors of Epsilon Pi Banquet and Ceremonies

Friday, July 20, 2012Business MeetingTime to Explore St. Louis

Saturday, July 21, 2012Philanthropy One Mile Fun Run/WalkEducational ProgrammingAwards LuncheonFinal Business Meeting and Closing SessionFeast of Roses Sunday, July 22, 2012Departures—Safe Travels Home!

Please note: This schedule is tentative.

By order of International Council: Notice is hereby given that the 47th International Convention of Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity will be held at the Hyatt Regency

St. Louis at the Arch, St. Louis, Missouri, July 18-22, 2012.

Join Alpha Gamma Deltas from across the continent to celebrate sisterhood, embrace traditions and learn how the Fraternity is moving forward to fulfill our brand message: Live with Purpose. In addition to the tra-ditional ceremonies like Feast of Roses and the Honors of Epsilon Pi banquet, attendees will receive valuable training regarding your collegiate officer or alumnae volunteer role. We’ll also celebrate the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation's 50th Anniversary at this monu-mental event. Registration packets will be produced electronically again this year and will be available in early 2012.

See you in St. Louis!

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Alumnae Dues: $77,981.53During the last fiscal year, Alumnae Dues contributions totaled $77,981.53. Can you imagine what this total would be if every alumna paid her Alumnae Dues? It would equal over $3.2 million! Make a contribution online by searching for “alumnae dues” at www.alphagammadelta.org. (2009-2010 - $81,820.40)

Support from our members: $2,479,946Both our collegians and alumnae involved with alumnae groups pay support fees to Alpha Gamma Delta. These member fees are a main source of revenue for Alpha Gamma Delta and are used to fund many of the Fraternity’s initiatives. (2009-2010 - $1,453,148)

Fraternity Financial Statement

Grants from the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation: $200,000Each year, the Foundation grants $200,000 to the Fraternity to use for educational initiatives, the Leadership Consultant program and Undergraduate Interfraternity Institute (UIFI) and LeaderShape scholarships. The Fraternity is deeply grateful for the Foundation's continued support!

Foundation

Expenses: $3,064,220Total expenses for the fiscal year increased propor-tionally, as expected, because of Convention 2010, the purchase of a new International Headquarters and enhanced educational programming.

(2009-2010 - $2,389,779)

To view the complete 2010-2011 financial statement, search "financial statement" at www.alphagammadelta.org.

Merchandise sales and royal-ties: $473,179

Did you buy something from Alpha Gamma Delta last year? You helped sup-port your Fraternity! Every time someone buys Alpha Gamma Delta merchandise from International Headquarters or from a licensed vendor, Alpha Gamma Delta re-ceives a portion of the sale. Licensed ven-dors essentially pay Alpha Gamma Delta to use the marks the Fraternity owns, such as the Greek letters AGD and the Armo-rial Bearings. So by only purchasing from IHQ or licensed vendors, you’re giving back to Alpha Gamma Delta! (2009-2010 - $376,401)

Total revenue: $4,541,411Total revenue for the 2010-2011 fiscal year was at an all-time high, thanks to the support of our members!

(2009-2010 - $2,793,017)

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Other income related to rental properties and investments: $791,831

International Headquarters building: $518,473The old IHQ building was sold, which was used to help purchase the new building.


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Make an Impact on Alpha Gamma Delta!International Council Election Process is Underway

With a faithful network of volunteers from the past and present, Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity has become a dynamic, values-driven group of women who are truly making a difference in the lives of others. The International Council elections process is underway, and we need member participation!

International Council members are the leaders of our Fraternity, encouraging all sisters to promote Alpha Gamma Delta’s brand message: Live with Purpose. While serving on International Council, officers maintain awareness of current Fraternity issues, participate in implementing our strategic plan and ensure financial health of the organization. In addition, officers must understand the current nature of the fraternal movement and be willing to travel extensively to represent the Fraternity.

The structure of our Fraternity enables International Council to concentrate on long-term issues for our success while empowering our Volunteer Service Team to work hands-on with our membership to provide guidance and expertise on a daily basis. In addition to working with volunteers, International Council regularly interacts with International Headquarters staff to executing strategic growth initiatives.

Officers to be elected are:

• International President • International Vice President-Alumnae • International Vice President-Collegians • International Vice President-Membership • International Vice President-Extension • International Vice President-Finance • International Vice President-Panhellenic Affairs

Job descriptions of International Council members are available by searching "elections" on the Fraternity website.

By participating in the election process, you will help select a group of leaders that will lead the Fraternity, with Purpose!

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1. Who is eligible to serve on International Council? To be eligible for International Council service, a member must: • Be an alumna in Good Standing. • Have served a minimum of two years in a Volunteers Service Team position. • Be current in paying yearly Alumnae Dues to International Headquarters.

In addition, a candidate for International President must have completed a minimum of two years of service on International Council.

2. What qualifications are necessary for International Council?

International Council members must:

• Possess high ideas and attain somewhat unto them. • Serve as both internal and external ambassadors of the Fraternity. • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Fraternity organization and programs. • Be able to communicate effectively to all entities of Alpha Gamma Delta and the community. • Be willing and able to fulfill all the specific duties of the office. • Be able to travel and to represent the Fraternity. • Accept the responsibility of conducting business for the good of the entire Fraternity. • Financially support the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation.

3. How do I make a recommendation?

Individual members, chapter and clubs submit recommendations to the Elections Committee. Forms may be requested from the Executive Director at International Headquarters or secured from the Fraternity’s website by searching for "elections" at www.alphagammadelta.org. A member requires two recommendations to be considered for the ballot. A member who recommends herself must receive two additional recommendations. Recommendations must be made for a specific office; however, the Elections Committee has the final responsibility to determine the best qualified slate to be presented for elections. Ballot placement for all offices will be limited to two candidates. Recommendations are due to International Headquarters by December 9, 2011.

4. What happens after recommendations have been made?

The Elections Committee will review all recommendations for eligibility. Those eligible will be asked if they are willing to serve and if so, will be asked to complete biographical information. After interviewing via conference call and determining women who closely match the qualifications, a ballot will be determined.

5. Who can vote in the election?

Voting members of the Fraternity include current and former Grand/International Council officers, current members of the Volunteer Service Team, each collegiate and alumnae chapter or club in Good Standing, each incorporated house association and each Chapter Advisor.

Please exercise your right to participate in the elections process!

Elections Committee Tricia Barber Elections Committee Chairman [email protected]

Carol Reppel Amling [email protected]

Adrienne Kerr Beckett [email protected]

Stephanie Simpson [email protected]

Barbara Meador Callard [email protected] More information about the election process is available by searching "elections" on the Fraternity website.

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Formed just this spring, the Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity Housing Corporation (FHC) is a separate entity responsible for assisting our collegiate chapters in locating, funding and maintaining safe, competitive and attractive housing. Before the ink dried on the formation documents, International Headquarters staff members were boarding planes to get started on two priority projects: the chapter houses at Alpha-Syracuse University and Epsilon Beta-University of Kansas. The idea for the FHC is not a new one. In fact, due to the requests and efforts of many, Alpha Gamma Delta has introduced similar housing initiatives in the past. However, it wasn’t until this past spring that the Fraternity was able to embark on the formation of a much more extensive organization. Before the official formation of the FHC, the Fraternity assisted several chapters in suite renovations,

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Alpha–Syracuse Universitymake yourself at such as at Delta Xi-Arizona State University and Zeta Iota-Miami University. The success of these renovations, paired with an increasing demand for help and access to resources, solidified the need for a housing corporation.

This fall was the first time in Fraternity history that collegians occupied housing owned and managed completely by a housing entity. As fate would have it, it was Alpha Chapter’s house at Syracuse that became the first FHC owned home.

When Alpha Chapter closed in 2001, the local house association leased the house to Syracuse university, who then used it as a dormitory. In the 10 years that Alpha Gamma Delta spent removed from the campus, the Alpha Chapter house experienced significant wear and tear. The Fraternity received the house from the local house association in 2008 and continued leasing it to Syracuse. When Alpha Gamma HOME


make yourself at homeDelta was selected to return to Syracuse’s campus in the fall of 2010, the Fraternity knew the house would need to undergo considerable renovations before the new members could call it home. In addition, the house was in great need of aesthetical updates as it is no secret that housing plays a major role in the success of sorority recruitment.

Similarly, Alpha Gamma Delta saw an oppor-tunity to make a big difference in membership numbers by securing and renovating a new property for Epsilon Beta-University of Kansas. As a large campus with many mansion-like sorority homes, the Fraternity and the FHC understood that having a modern, attractive chapter house was important for recruitment success. Upon completion of the renovations, Epsilon Beta Chapter experienced a significant growth in membership, more than doubling the size of their new member class from the previ-ous year.

The FHC’s commitment to take on the challenge of housing issues will allow local volunteers and advisors to renew their focus on chapter and member specific issues, like revamping recruit-ment procedures and expanding educational programming. Because the FHC is still in its beginning stages, the corporation is evaluat-ing additional projects on a case by case basis. Certainly, the FHC would like to support every chapter that requests property assistance and as it continues to grow. Alpha Gamma Delta will be able to take on more initiatives as time and funding allows. Alpha Gamma Delta cares about our members and is dedicated to working toward safe, competitive and attractive housing for all our collegians.

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The FHC is governed by a volunteer board of directors. Stephannie Sack Bailey, Executive Director, serves as the liaison between the board and staff. Dan Duncan, Direc-tor of Operations and Planning, determines the overall budget and provides oversight throughout the project. Assistant Director of Prop-erties Kelly Larreur and Property Development Specialist Samantha Murphy, Gamma Zeta-University of Memphis, work together to develop an overall design plan, purchase furniture and accessories and se-cure vendors to complete necessary renovations.

HOW DOES IT WORK?


Purpose WallThe Alpha Gamma Delta Purpose wall is the signature piece of each renovation. Would you like a Purpose wall in your chapter house or suite? Contact Kelly Larreur, Assistant Director of Properties, at [email protected].

Window TreatmentsThis red and buff fabric was specially ordered to create custom window treatments for the formal living room at Alpha Chapter.

Rose PillowThe red rose has long been a beloved symbol of Alpha Gamma Delta.


If you are interested in learning more about the FHC, please contact Stephannie Sack Bailey, Executive Director, at [email protected] or 317-872-2655. You can also visit www.alphagammadelta.org/fraternityhousingcorporation.

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Safety resources pro-vided by the FHC could range from providing information regarding resident safety to install-ing sprinkler systems.

It is important that Alpha Gamma Delta’s collegiate housing be comparable to other sorority facilities on cam-pus in order to succeed during recruitment. The FHC takes the style of each campus into seri-ous consideration when acquiring or revamping collegiate properties.To maintain attractive housing, the FHC could pro-

vide services ranging from simple aesthetic advice to oversight of multi-million dollar renovations to property ownership and management.

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To say a Province Director’s job is easy would be a misstatement. She is responsible for the day-to-day leader-ship for the overall growth and develop-ment of all collegiate chapters, alumnae groups and house associations in her province.

For Province 14 Director Michele Schal-lip, Alpha Upsilon-Central Michigan University, this equals five groups, the closest of which is 2,964 miles and three time zones away. Stationed in Kodiak, Alaska, Michele is also the Command-ing Officer of the U.S. Coast Guard Cut-ter SPAR. Despite her demanding career at sea and her geographic distance from her province, Michele has impressively contin-ued to help Province 14 flourish.

Michele joined the Coast Guard in the fall of 1997, shortly after she graduated from Central Michigan University. Over the years, her career with the Coast Guard led her to several different areas of the country, including other areas of Alaska. While in Michigan to finish her master’s degree in Public Administration, Michele applied to be a Province Director. Her assignment be-came Province 14, located in the Midwest. Since she was in Michigan, she got used to using electronic methods like email and Skype to communicate with all her chap-ters, clubs and house associations.

Earlier this year, she was presented with the opportunity to command the Cutter SPAR. Even though she had always worked with her groups virtually, she knew that being in Alaska would present more of a challenge. It wasn’t a matter of choice for Michele, but rather a matter of working through the details.

“I talked at great lengths with Nancy Thor-man Pittman, who was the Area Coordi-nator for Area D,” Michele said. “When I came [to Alaska] , I’m three or four hours behind [the Midwest]. The time differences can be a challenge, but I really enjoyed working with Province 14 so I requested to stay on.”

When she’s not working with her groups in Province 14, Michele is focused on the safe navigation of the SPAR and complet-ing the missions assigned to her vessel. With 50 personnel on board, the SPAR’s primary duties include aids to navigation (buoys), federal law enforcement, search


Serving and rescue, maritime homeland security, maritime environmental protection and domestic icebreaking. Since the SPAR’s operational area includes the Aleutian Islands, the vessel is nicknamed “The Aleutian Keeper.”

“A typical day for us at sea just depends on what we have. With buoys and aids to navigation, it really depends on the weather and what the tide is doing,” Michele said. “We lift the buoys up on deck, and we check to make sure that they are showing the proper characteristics, whether they are blinking at a certain rate or if the light is burning. We make sure they are sitting on the correct position as well."

Michele only lives aboard the ship while completing missions for the Coast Guard. Most recently, she and her crew set out on a six-week deployment from southeast Alaska in Ketchikan up and around to Bar-row, which is above the Arctic Circle. When docked, the SPAR’s crew lives in homes in and around Kodiak.

“Interestingly enough, it is not dark 24-hours a day here. The farther north you go, it is light 24-hours a day in the sum-mer and dark in the winter,” Michele said. “But here we do get some daylight in the winter time and it’s beautiful. When it is sunny out, you can see the tops of all of the mountains and it is well worth the wait.” Having a connection to Alpha Gamma Delta has been a blessing for Michele. It has helped her find a sense of home while mov-ing from city to city with the Coast Guard.

“When you move around so much, it is hard to start someplace new and to start over. Everywhere I go, I take Alpha Gamma Delta and our Purpose with me,” Michele said. “It’s also a bit selfish on my part; it is something that I love and get to continue to do no matter where I am in the country.” It has also been a rewarding experience for her to watch the women she sees as new members becomes leaders within the chap-ter. Undoubtedly, both her career and her volunteer position within Alpha Gamma Delta require significant time and energy. But Michele is living proof that Alpha Gams from all over the world and all walks of life can find a way to give back to the Fraternity. “Even if you have one or two hours a week to give, or maybe a couple of hours during recruitment to go to local collegiate chapter and help them prepare for recruitment, it is such a rewarding experience to see the sis-terhood continue even well past your own collegiate years,” Michele said.

The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter SPAR is named after the Coast Guard Women’s Reserves, also known as SPARs, from the Latin and English translations of the Coast Guard motto: Semper Paratus; Always Ready.

from Aboard


Prefer to complete the survey online? Go to www.

alphagammadelta.org and search

“alumnae survey.”


What has Alpha Gam done for you lately? A lot? A little? What are we doing well? How can we improve? Please tell us by completing the survey below.

Please note: This survey is for Alpha Gam alumnae only. Collegians are receiving a sepa-rate, electronic survey. Please complete the survey below by December 15. Prefer to take the survey online? Go to www.alphagammadelta.org and type “alumnae survey” in the search bar.

1) Are you currently involved with Alpha Gamma Delta in any way? (Examples of in-volvement include volunteering for the organization, spending time with sisters, attending Alpha Gamma Delta local or international events, etc.)___Yes (Continue to Part A.)___ No (Continue to Part B on the following page.) Part A1) How are you involved? (Check all that apply.)___ Get together with friends from my collegiate chapter.___ Get together with other Alpha Gams (whether they were collegiate members with me or not).___ Participate in Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn groups.___ Attend International Reunion Day (IRD) annually, when possible.___ Attend alumnae chapter, club or Junior Circle events.___ Volunteer.___ Go back for Homecoming or other big campus events.___ Return for Alpha Gamma Delta reunions.___ Other, please specify: ______________________________

2) Regarding your Fraternity involvement listed in the previous question, what is most important to you? Place a 1 next to the most important reason, a 2 next to the second most important reason, etc. If one of the responses below is not important to you, please do not respond.___ Get together with friends from my collegiate chapter.___ Get together with other Alpha Gams (whether they were collegiate members with me or not).___ Participate in Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn groups.___ Attend International Reunion Day (IRD) annually, when possible.___ Attend alumnae chapter, club or Junior Circle events.___ Volunteer.___ Go back for Homecoming or other big campus events.___ Return for Alpha Gamma Delta reunions.___ Other, please specify: ______________________________

Fill Us In!

3) In what capacity do you volunteer for the Fraternity? (Check all that apply.)___ As a collegiate advisor.___ As an alumnae chapter or club officer/ committee member.___ As a Junior Circle officer/committee member.___ As a Volunteer Service Team member___ As a House Association officer/ committee member.___ Go back to my chapter to help with recruitment.___ In another capacity: ___________________________________

___ I do not volunteer for the Fraternity.

4) Why have you continued your associa-tion with Alpha Gamma Delta? Please rank the following items in order of importance to you. Place a 1 next to the most im-portant reason, a two next to the second most important reason, etc. If one of the responses below is not important to you, please do not include it in your response.___ I enjoy spending time with my sisters. ___ I like the instant community when I move to a new area.___ I want to network and gather business contacts.___ I need something to do.___ I want to engage in community service activities.___ I believe Alpha Gamma Delta has an important and compelling mission.___ I want to give back to my chapter.___ I want to give back to the Fraternity.___ I want to see the Fraternity continue to be successful (and be around in the future for my daughters and granddaughters).


5) I feel the local alumnae chapter or club is successful and working well.__ YES __ NO __ DO NOT ATTEND EVENTS.

If yes, why? (Check all that apply.)___ Volunteer board members are in touch with members’ needs/expectations.___ There are plenty of ways for members to participate and be involved.___ It is organized/efficient.___ Events are fun.___ Members’ opinions are sought and utilized.___ Other, please specify:___________________________________ If no, why? (Check all that apply.)___ It is not organized/efficient.___ There are not enough opportunities for members to be involved.___ Leaders are not in touch with members’ needs/expectations.___ Other, please specify:___________________________________

If you do not attend events, why?___ Events are too far away.___ Events don’t occur at a convenient time.___ Other, please specify:___________________________________

If you responded “NO” above, what sugges-tions for improvement can you offer?

___________________________________

6) I feel the Junior Circle is successful and working well.__ YES __ NO __ DO NOT ATTEND EVENTS.

If yes, why? (Check all that apply.)___ Volunteer leaders are in touch with members’ needs/expectations. ___ There are plenty of ways for members to participate and be involved.___ It is organized/efficient.___ Events are fun.___ Members’ opinions are sought and utilized.___ Other, please specify:___________________________________ If no, why? (Check all that apply.)___ It is not organized/efficient.___ There are not enough opportunities for members to be involved.___ Leaders are not in touch with members’ needs/expectations.___ Other, please specify:__________________________________

alumnae surveyIf you do not attend events, why?___ Events are too far away.___ Events don’t occur at a convenient time/day.___ Other, please specify:___________________________________

If you responded “no” above, what sugges-tions for improvement can you offer? ____________________________________

7) Though I am involved in Alpha Gamma Delta, sometimes I find it difficult to par-ticipate.__ YES __ NO If yes, why? (Check all that apply.)___ Work/family commitments.___ Involved with other non-profit organizations.___ No chapter/club nearby.___ Sometimes it gets too expensive.___ Other, please specify:___________________________________

What would make participation easier?____________________________________

8) If you had an experience that has nega-tively impacted your involvement with the Fraternity, briefly what was that experi-ence?___________________________________

Please skip Part B and continue on to Part C.

Part B1) Why is Alpha Gamma Delta not a part of your life right now? (Check all that ap-ply.)___ I don't know how to get involved.___ There is no collegiate chapter or alumnae chapter/club nearby.___ I tried to get involved, but I didn’t feel like I fit in.___ I have too many work/family commitments.___ I felt like I was being asked too often for financial contributions (dues, donating items, paying for meals, etc.)___ I’m involved with other non-profit organizations. Name of organization(s): _______________________ ___Alpha Gamma Delta doesn’t seem relevant to my life. Why? ______________________

2) If you are involved in other non-profit organizations, what motivates your involve-ment? (Check all that apply.)___ Professional development opportunities___ Networking/meeting new people___ Giving back to a cause/organization I believe in.___ I choose not to volunteer for any organization at this time.___Other: _______________________

3) If you had an experience that has kept you from continuing your involvement with the Fraternity, briefly what was that experience?____________________________________

Part C1) Do you have any ideas or suggestions for how Alpha Gamma Delta can improve its alumnae experience? Please share anything that’s on your mind. You can also email your thoughts to [email protected].

This survey was created by the Alumnae Experience Task Force, led by Melissa Jacobson James, Rho-Iowa State University. The task force wants to know how the Fraternity is (or is not) a vital part of your alumnae life so that we can better meet the needs of all alumnae.

Please mail this survey to International Headquarters at 8710 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46260 by December 15.

Completing the contact information below is optional. It will help the Fraternity update member records and, if you are willing, allow the task force to contact you for further information as we continue our work to improve the alumnae experience.

Contact Information (Optional) Name: _____________________________

Initiating Chapter and Initiation Year: ___________________________________

Email: _____________________________

Phone Number: _____________________

Mailing Address: ____________________

List current Alpha Gamma Delta volunteer position(s): ________________________________________________________________

___ Yes, it’s okay for the Alumnae Experience Task Force to contact me!

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ditionally, Delta Rho Chapter also coor-dinates a massive mailing for donation requests and hosts a raffle in conjunction with the Lip Jam event. Audience members can even donate money during the event to help their favorite performers secure the "People’s Choice" title.

“The Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation is so very thankful for the amazing gift from our Delta Rho Chapter sisters last school year, and for all of their support over the years,” Julie Waitman Cretin, Foundation Execu-tive Director, said. “Delta Rho Chap-ter is a shining example of leadership, caring and community engagement in action. Their hard work and generosity means more lives are touched and made better. We thank them for setting such a remarkable example.”

In just a few weeks, Delta Rho Chapter will begin plans for Lip Jam 2012. If there is one thing the chapter knows for sure, it is that they will do everything in their power to hang on to their distinction as the Foun-dation’s top donating chapter.

“We like being known as the top contribu-tor, and we’re very proud of it,” Lisa said. “We want to keep that title!”

Singing and Dancing to the Top

dinators are elected through the chapter’s normal elections process at the end of the fall semester. Though the Lip Jam Coordi-nators head all the planning efforts, there are also several committees responsible for various elements of the event, such as col-lecting donations, purchasing decorations and organizing the raffle.

The fraternities and sororities on campus also spend months choosing the best combination of songs and perfecting their dance moves for a chance to win the coveted first place title. Delta Rho Chapter members recruit professors and campus professionals to serve as judges in order to further involve more members of the campus community.

The majority of attendees are students, but as Lip Jam has continued to grow over the years, the number of parents and communi-ty families has steadily increased. Two years ago, the chapter was forced to move Lip Jam from a campus venue to a performing arts center in Rohnert Park, California, in order to accommodate the growing crowds. They even had to offer two different show times!

Ticket sales and entrance fees for competing organizations represent a large portion of the proceeds. The chapter spends numerous hours advertising both on campus and in the community to get the word out. Ad-

Since Delta Rho-Sonoma State University was installed in 1991, members have been organizing and hosting Lip Jam, a combination lip-syncing and dancing competition for all Greek organizations on campus. The event has exploded into one of Sonoma State’s most popular events and has helped Delta Rho Chapter raise astro-nomical funds for the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation.

This year alone, the chapter delivered an impressive $14,380.87 check to the Foundation, securing Delta Rho Chapter as the Foundation’s top donating collegiate chapter.

As if over $14,000 wasn't enough, Delta Rho Chapter members have an even higher goal for the 21st annual Lip Jam in May 2012.

“I think Lip Jam has become more and more successful because each year we step up our goal,” Lisa Bushway, Chapter Presi-dent, said. “We always try to raise more money than we have in the previous year. Because we want to raise more and more money, our women are working that much harder.”

It takes the time, talent and dedication of every single chapter member to pull off the enormous show which draws over 1,000 attendees each year. Two Lip Jam Coor-


collegiate news

For the Fall 2011 Quarterly,

collegiate chapters were asked

to share how their chapter

covets beauty in environment,

manner, word and thought.

Read more collegiate chapter

reports on the Fraternity

website by searching

“collegiate chapter reports.”

Theta Mu –University of North Carolina Wilmington Theta Mu Chapter is a representative of Alpha Gamma Delta standards. Our sisters demonstrated this by organizing and participating in Adopt-A-Highway in our community to leave our beautifying mark as a chapter. Our sisters took initiative to contribute to our local area and consequently to each others’ work ethic. As proud Alpha Gamma Delta members, we define beauty not as purely aesthetic qualities but as philanthropic and character-enriching elements. Following this definition of beauty, our chapter also aims to participate not only in our own charity events but also in the charity events of other Greek organizations, such as Pi Kappa Alpha's Polar Plunge to help children in need and Pi Kappa Phi’s Push Week. By being involved in these activities, we further spread and share the beauty of Alpha Gamma Delta. -Alexis Kapczynski

Delta Kappa –University of AlbertaEarly in October, we helped beautify our city by painting over graffiti on buildings. For every building that we painted, money was donated to our local Youth Emergency Shelter. We also have a recycling program at our chapter house and try to recycle or reuse as many items as we can in order to better our environment and cut down on waste. We also held a special meeting to teach our members about the rules in our chapter, such as proper etiquette that each member should have, as well as appropriate behavior an Alpha Gamma Delta member should strive to attain while in public so others view us as beautiful, respectable women. -Erika Shoemaker

Alpha –Syracuse UniversityOur chapter adheres to the Alpha Gamma Delta Purpose’s emphasis of beauty in environment, manner, word and thought through education and participation. We have set a chapter goal to have every member of our chapter Strive for Pi and maintain a grade point average of 3.14 or higher. We plan on forming a tutoring schedule among the sisters to make our goal a reality. We also plan on actively participating in our campus com-munity through philanthropy projects and community charity events. We are already off to a great start! We won the very first philanthropy event we participated in this year, which was Sigma Alpha Epsilon’s Just Dance competition, and we want to continue our efforts to reach out to the community! Our chapter will be participating in Relay for Life and SU’s Take Back the Night event before the semester ends.-Lexie Hitzler Zeta Eta –Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute The line “To covet beauty in environment, manner, word and thought” directs the sisters of our chapter to be organized, poised and thoughtful women. This is exemplified by each sister fulfilling her weekly duties to keep the house organized, carry-ing herself with pride as an Alpha Gamma Delta and selecting friends who will enhance her life. As sisters, we perform Ritual before every chapter meeting because we understand the impor-tance and beauty of tradition. We are leaders on campus, taking on roles as Student Orientation Advisors and Greek Recruitment Counselors, because we aspire to be role models for others.-Hannah Trasatti


Gamma Eta –High Point UniversityWe try our best to apply this particular line of the Purpose in our everyday lives. At High Point University, we are blessed with a campus that is bountiful in well-manicured grounds. We make sure to appreciate it and give back by participating in campaigns such as the HPU Green Team, which helps the campus to be more eco-friendly. We hold our sisterhood, campus and community in the highest esteem and make a conscious effort to count our blessings. We find beauty in everything around us and most importantly each other. -Roxanne Tammone

Gamma Zeta – University of MemphisThis year, Gamma Zeta Chapter strived to covet beauty in environment, word, manner and thought by volunteering to assist with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation walk and organizing a new philanthropy event, a barbecue bash. Gamma Zeta Chapter collegians and the alumnae chapter strapped on their aprons and got to work, serving food to all of the guests and raising nearly $3,000 for the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation. Fur-thermore, Gamma Zeta Chapter seniors are paired with an alumna mentor to help them transition from college into the professional world, impacting the world and establishing beauty in a whole new environment. -Hope Francis

Delta Nu –University of CalgaryIn order to covet beauty in environment, manner, word and thought, Delta Nu Chapter put aside an emphasis on social events last semester to encompass a strong philanthropic presence in the community. By focusing on philanthropic efforts, we have contrib-uted to Calgary and our campus and have found the beauty that is within our environment. Through these efforts, members have been able to appreciate what they have and understand that they are fortunate enough be in a position that they can help others and to lead by example. It teaches us that there is beauty in our thoughts to ultimately help others in ways that are far beyond just contributing monetarily. -Kayleigh Key

collegiate news


foundation

It’s been nearly 50 years sInce the alpha Gamma Delta FounDatIon awarDeD Its FIrst $300 scholarshIp.

From this humble beginning, generations of alumnae have reaffirmed their belief in the need for offering young women opportunities to grow while we contribute to the world’s work. Last year’s $430,000+ in grants brought the Foundation close to a 50-year total of $10 million in cumulative funding for education, philanthropy and leadership. Awarding our $10,000,000th dollar is a special aim for our anniversary, one we need your help to reach.

Our work is to grow our next generation of leaders, support academic success, and help sisters and communities in need. Let this be your year to give a gift to the Foundation or grow last year’s support. Let’s help one more Alpha Gam stay in school, one more child “feel normal” at diabetes kids camp, and one more sister in need see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Join our celebration by accepting an anniversary challenge - or two! • Honor a sister by sending an eCard with your online donation.

• Make an extra gift to launch our new general endowment for long-term support of cornerstone programs.

• grow your giving to $1,000 this year and your gift will mean more, thanks to a $25,000 match from Kay Taylor Donahue, Upsilon.

• establisH your own endowMent with a lifetime or planned gift.

• Help us increase funding for diabetes education and awareness by adding to your “regular” Foundation contribution.

• naMe tHe alpHa gaMMa delta foundation in your estate plans as we strive to reach 200 Corinthian Society members.

Learn more at alphagammadeltafoundation.org.

celebrating 50 years ofSupporting our

Sisterhood

today...make your gift

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Please let us know if your employer matches charitable contributions.

Happy Anniversary

Happy

Birthday

a Sistersend some love to

Who doesn’t love a heartfelt and meaningful card? Better yet, an eCard! Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation has several eCard designs to choose from that are sure to encourage and brighten the day of any sister. Send an eCard to honor a sister when you make your online donation, and inspire her to impact the world.

Visit www.alphagammadeltafoundation.org today to send a message to that special sister in your life.


It’s been nearly 50 years sInce the alpha Gamma Delta FounDatIon awarDeD Its FIrst $300 scholarshIp.

From this humble beginning, generations of alumnae have reaffirmed their belief in the need for offering young women opportunities to grow while we contribute to the world’s work. Last year’s $430,000+ in grants brought the Foundation close to a 50-year total of $10 million in cumulative funding for education, philanthropy and leadership. Awarding our $10,000,000th dollar is a special aim for our anniversary, one we need your help to reach.

Our work is to grow our next generation of leaders, support academic success, and help sisters and communities in need. Let this be your year to give a gift to the Foundation or grow last year’s support. Let’s help one more Alpha Gam stay in school, one more child “feel normal” at diabetes kids camp, and one more sister in need see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Join our celebration by accepting an anniversary challenge - or two! • Honor a sister by sending an eCard with your online donation.

• Make an extra gift to launch our new general endowment for long-term support of cornerstone programs.

• grow your giving to $1,000 this year and your gift will mean more, thanks to a $25,000 match from Kay Taylor Donahue, Upsilon.

• establisH your own endowMent with a lifetime or planned gift.

• Help us increase funding for diabetes education and awareness by adding to your “regular” Foundation contribution.

• naMe tHe alpHa gaMMa delta foundation in your estate plans as we strive to reach 200 Corinthian Society members.

Learn more at alphagammadeltafoundation.org.

celebrating 50 years ofSupporting our

Sisterhood

today...make your gift

mailGive by phoneGive byonlineGive

Please let us know if your employer matches charitable contributions.

Happy Anniversary

Happy

Birthday

a Sistersend some love to

Who doesn’t love a heartfelt and meaningful card? Better yet, an eCard! Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation has several eCard designs to choose from that are sure to encourage and brighten the day of any sister. Send an eCard to honor a sister when you make your online donation, and inspire her to impact the world.

Visit www.alphagammadeltafoundation.org today to send a message to that special sister in your life.


spotlight

Meet LisaMany people find lifelong friends through their employ-ment but few can say they gained an entire network of sisters. Nearly 17 years ago, Lisa Straiton Williams, Beta Delta-Indiana University, began her career at Alpha Gamma Delta International Headquarters. Through her various roles on staff, Lisa fell in love with the Fraternity and its members with whom she shared a connection.

When offered the opportunity in April 2008, Lisa was initiated into the Fraternity as an alumna initiate by Beta Delta-Indiana University.

“I really believe in Alpha Gamma Delta and all the things that I do here, so it just made sense,” Lisa said. “Now, no matter where I go, I can find a sister, an event or something going on, and that is exciting. It makes me feel like I have more roots.”

In her current role as the Alumnae Specialist, Lisa’s respon-sibilities run the gamut from assisting alumnae chapter/club and Junior Circle officers with any and all needs to provid-ing training to new Volunteer Service Team members to configuring Honors of Epsilon Pi awards. In her spare time (what little she has!) she dedicates herself to generating new ideas that cultivate and enhance the alumnae experience. To Lisa, it is her job to do all that she can to make the alumnae experience valuable, no matter the role that Alpha Gamma Delta takes in an alumna’s life.

“It definitely, from my perspective, is a lifetime experience,” Lisa said. “Not only can you contribute at any stage in your life, but it can be fun at every stage of your life. It is impor-tant for alumnae to complete the alumnae survey (page 16) so we and I can better serve our members!”


pearls of wisdom

For over a century, Alpha Gams have embraced the squirrel as Alpha Gamma Delta’s mascot. But do you know how it came to be the Fraternity’s official mascot? When Gamma-Wesleyan University was installed in early 1906, some enthusiastic members put their heads together to choose a mascot that would symbolize the colors and progress of Alpha Gamma Delta. They decided on the squirrel because of its energetic nature and popular appearance among the fall leaves in autumn. Beta-University of Wisconsin also adopted the squirrel as their mascot, but as time went on, the squirrel seemed to disappear. Then, in 1913, the Quarterly staff needed a name for what would become a secret addition to the magazine. Remembering the squirrels of Beta and Gamma Chapter, the Quarterly staff named the secret addition To Skiouros, the Greek name for squirrel. Founder Emily Helen Butterfield, a talented artist, also adored the image of the little squirrel, and she often sketched it as part of her personal signature. When she became editor of the Quarterly in 1921, her sketches began to appear within the pages of the magazine. The little squirrel was then informally used as a Fraternity mascot until 1929, when it came to represent the Fraternity as a whole.

A LOOK BACK

How the Squirrel BecameOur Mascot


Did You Know?Skiouros (in Greek, Σκiουρος) combines the Greek word “σχiα” meaning shady and “ουρα” meaning tail. You can download this cute squirrel graphic by going to www.alphagammadelta.org and searching “squirrel graphic.”

Founder Emily Helen Butterfield’s sketch of the squirrel from the November 1924 issue of the Quarterly.

The cover of To Skiouros, included in the November 1915 issue of the Quarterly.


chapter grand


chapter grand


chapter grand

Beta – University of WisconsinPatricia Krause Bjerning ’55Elva “Jean” Dawson Meister ’46Judith Reimer Ross ’57

Delta – University of MinnesotaBonnie Jones Hawley ’41Marian Moritz Kelly ’38

Epsilon –University of KentuckyMartha Coleman Bach ’42Carolyn Hays Harvey ’47

Zeta – Ohio UniversitySusan Vanscoy Coffman ’61Helen Haskins Neelon ’38

Eta –DePauw University Edith Voigt Devine ’38Mary Fenstermaker Stuart ’40

Kappa –Allegheny CollegeNancie Cornell Price ’48

Iota – University of WashingtonBeverly Berry Birkmeyer ’45Barbara Allen Kraft ’48

Mu –Brenau UniversityPaula Nivens Hardy ’59

Nu –Boston UniversityBarbara Kimball Sutherland’41

Xi –Illinois Wesleyan University Bonnie Brison Bankert ’45

Pi –Coe CollegeEmily Joslin Peterson ’34 Rho –Iowa State University Rita Delsman Lafond ’51

Sigma –University of IllinoisGladys Lapham Evans ’43Adda Robison McFeeters ’56Verna Hacke Peterson ’40

Phi –Oregon State UniversityMildred Richards Cook ’33Gere Schreiner Callahan ’47

Chi –Michigan State UniversityCharlotte Smith Madison ’34

Psi –University of AlabamaMargaret McCaa Stough ’50

Omega –University of AkronRuth Wagner Lamb ’42

Alpha Alpha –University of Buffalo (The State Univ. of New York)Shirley Rummel ’37

Alpha Beta –University of MichiganLilias Wagner Circle ’48 Alpha Delta –Ohio Wesleyan UniversityJeanette Brown Augsburger ’43Dorothy Zimmerman Blyth ’37Ann Francy Heischman ’36Leslie Kent ’70Dolores Radio Lehner ’51

Alpha Epsilon –Westminster CollegeHelen Baerman Kennedy ’32

Alpha Mu –Pennsylvania State UniversityLeah Turner Healy ’64

Alpha Omicron –West Virginia Wesleyan CollegeJoan Frame Gordon ’48

Alpha Pi –Wayne State University Mary Jane Barbey Bostick ’59

Alpha Rho –Temple UniversityJoan O’Connell Anderson ’59

Alpha Omega –Duquesne UniversityMarjorie Miller ’85

Beta Eta –Southern Illinois UniversityFrances Groennert Thorpe ’57

Gamma Gamma –Queens University of CharlotteElissa Venable Handley ’54Molly Mullen Kelso ’35

Gamma Delta –Auburn UniversityLuanne McKnight Cutchens ’61Jane Fackler Greene ’43Jane Masters Mullane ’51

Gamma Zeta – University of MemphisMildred Hood Eberle ’47Joan Edge Ross ’59Helen Watkins Redick’47

Gamma Theta –Florida Southern CollegeNan Johnson Walker ’65

Delta Alpha –University of Southern CaliforniaGeraldine Rapp Dell ’57Ruth Laveaga Youngblood ’32

Delta Beta –Washington State UniversitySuzanne Botts Baier ’73

Delta Delta –University of OregonInez Richardson Riechers ’46

Delta Epsilon –University of California/Los AngelesEugenia Thorns Mann ’49Betty Houston Seal ’46Lucille Hartley Teasdale ’38

Delta Theta –University of IdahoKathryn “Katy” Benoit 2008

Epsilon Gamma –University of DenverMargaret McChesney Hayes ’44

Epsilon Delta –University of Texas at AustinDarlene Prouse Birkes ’50Martha Wright Craddock ’42Alice Huffington Harrell ’59Dorothy Swenson Miller ’53 Epsilon Eta –Texas Christian University Jeanine Heberer Rettig ’59

Epsilon Psi –University of Texas at DallasDiane Levitsky Wardrup ’92


The Q find

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The Winter 2012 Quarterly will share stories of sisters who Live with Purpose! If you are interested in sharing how you’re carrying out the ideals set forth in the Purpose in your everyday life (career, family, volunteer contributions), email [email protected].

As always, the Quarterly staff wants to hear from you! Please send any stories, information or ideas to [email protected]. Thank you for sharing!

Spot a Squirrel!

Visiting a restaurant and see a squirrel figurine? On vacation and spot a squirrel stuffed animal? Take a photo! Make sure the photograph is high resolution and only contains Alpha Gam sisters. More informa-tion is available on the Fraternity website by searching "share your story."

Pictured from left to right: Alumnae Donna Jo Stevens Webb and Ellen Stevens Laxson (biological sisters), Gamma Sigma-Troy University, spotted these squirrels in Central Park in New York City.


Coming Soon...

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Alpha Gam Crossword

DOWN1. A main source of revenue for the Fraternity. (Two Words)

2. Recommendations for International Council are due ________ 9, 2011. 4. The SPAR is stationed in ______, Alaska.

5. Name of the secret addition to the Quarterly. (Two Words)

7. International Convention 2012 hotel. (Two Words)

8. Semper Paratus; ________ _________. (Two Words)

11. Fee paid to Alpha Gamma Delta by a licensed vendor to use marks the Fraternity owns.

12. A combination lip-syncing and dancing contest. (Two Words)

13. To be eligible to serve on International Council, an alumna must be in ____ _______. (Two Words)

14. The Fraternity ________ Corporation was formed this past spring.

17. The Five Star program recognizes five areas of excellence: scholarship, philanthropy, sisterhood, membership and __________________.

ACROSS3. Be sure to complete the alumnae _______ so we can gain valuable feedback on your alumnae experience.

6. This chapter raised over $14,000 for the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation. (Two Words)

9. The Greek word “ουρa” means ____.

10. Alpha Gamma Delta’s mascot.

15. The FHC’s goal is to provide safe, ___________ and attractive housing.

16. Location of International Convention 2012. (Two Words)

18. The Visual ________ Guide outlines the appropriate ways each element of the visual identity can be used.

19. U.S. Coast Guard _______ SPAR.

20. Theta Mu-University of North Carolina Wilmington participated in Pi Kappa Alpha’s _____ _____. (Two Words)

Please complete the crossword below, which contains clues from this issue of the magazine! Answers can be found on the Fraternity website by searching for "crossword."

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Our Directory

International HeadquartersExecutive Director, Stephannie Sack Bailey8710 N. Meridian St.Indianapolis, IN 46260 317-872-2655 [email protected] Hours - 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Eastern

Alpha Gamma Delta FoundationExecutive Director, Julie Waitman Cretin3905 Vincennes Road, Suite 105Indianapolis, IN 46268 [email protected] Hours - 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Eastern

The Leadership Institute- Women with Purpose, Inc.Executive Director, Erin Correa3815 River Crossing Parkway, Suite 100Indianapolis, IN 46240 [email protected] Hours - 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Eastern

International CouncilInternational PresidentJackie Brannon [email protected]

International Vice President-AlumnaeMary Beth Dulcey [email protected]

International Vice President-CollegiansLisa Adams [email protected]

International Vice President-MembershipMarie Ford [email protected]

International Vice President-ExtensionLiz Harriss [email protected]

International Vice President-FinanceAnne Loring [email protected]

International Vice President- Panhellenic AffairsRie Gerah [email protected]

Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation TrusteesPresidentBenita Wilson [email protected]

Vice PresidentDebbie Douglass [email protected]

SecretaryPeggy Kuebler [email protected]

TreasurerPatricia Tulley [email protected]

Jackie Brannon [email protected]

Susan Havran [email protected] Deborah Schmidt [email protected]

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The Five Star program recognizes outstanding accomplishments by collegiate chapters, alumnae chapters and clubs and House Associations each year. This program recognizes outstanding accomplishments in five areas: leadership, membership, philanthropy, scholarship and sisterhood. Five Star Award winners have been posted on the Fraternity website. Visit www.alphagammadelta.org and search "Five Star" to view the winners.

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Quarterly Fall 2011