Monday, August 31, 2009
Why Not?
Brandi Elmore, President of Tri-Cities, TN Alumnae Chapter shared this from the book Inspiration for Greeks.
Why Not?
People often ask me why I stay involved in my sorority. I have a simple answer- why not? Why not continue the bonds of sisterhood that I enjoyed during college? Why not challenge myself to take on projects and to learn new skills? Why not meet incredibly strong and bright women from across the country? Why not share experiences with women who are twice my age or half my age? Why not revel in the joy of watching a collegiate sister finally grasp a concept? Why not meet new friends who will take you to places of which you would have neverimagines? Why not have friendships that see one another through successes, failures, laughter, tears, joys, sorrows, births, deaths, marriages, divorces,promotions, firings, sickness, and health? Why not take a day of vacation from work to attend a university disciplinary hearing for your chapter? Why not support a sister who is in an abusive relationship or has an eating disorder ora drinking problem? Why not enjoy the love and joy of shared goals and a commonvision? Why not have your own personal board of directors to which you can turn in any situation and at any moment? Why not hold the hand of a sister as she buries a parent, her husband, or a child? Why not sing to a sister as she dances with her new husband at their wedding? Why not serve as a mentor for younger members? Why not get back more than you can ever imagine possible?
Why not, indeed?
Why Not?
People often ask me why I stay involved in my sorority. I have a simple answer- why not? Why not continue the bonds of sisterhood that I enjoyed during college? Why not challenge myself to take on projects and to learn new skills? Why not meet incredibly strong and bright women from across the country? Why not share experiences with women who are twice my age or half my age? Why not revel in the joy of watching a collegiate sister finally grasp a concept? Why not meet new friends who will take you to places of which you would have neverimagines? Why not have friendships that see one another through successes, failures, laughter, tears, joys, sorrows, births, deaths, marriages, divorces,promotions, firings, sickness, and health? Why not take a day of vacation from work to attend a university disciplinary hearing for your chapter? Why not support a sister who is in an abusive relationship or has an eating disorder ora drinking problem? Why not enjoy the love and joy of shared goals and a commonvision? Why not have your own personal board of directors to which you can turn in any situation and at any moment? Why not hold the hand of a sister as she buries a parent, her husband, or a child? Why not sing to a sister as she dances with her new husband at their wedding? Why not serve as a mentor for younger members? Why not get back more than you can ever imagine possible?
Why not, indeed?
Monday, August 24, 2009
Dues Paying Members - Lucky Magazine
This Fall dues-paying alums will receive Lucky Magazine. Join an alum chapter today, or the online chapter ZTA Always!
Contact me if you need help finding an alumnae chapter!
Contact me if you need help finding an alumnae chapter!
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Delta Mu Mock Recruitment
Delta Mu has a special place in my heart so please contact me if you want to help with recruitment. There are lots of things to be done. If you have a few hours we can use you! If you just want to send money we can use you! Anything and everything is greatly appreciated.
From Susan Durham, Delta Mu Membership Advisor,
It's Work Week and Formal Recruitment time at UT Martin - Delta Mu chapter!
We would love for as many of you as possible to attend the Mock Recruitment on Saturday, August 29 at 11:00am in the University Center at UTM. It would be great if each member had an alum as a "practice partner".
Work Week - Monday, August 24 - Sunday, August 30
Recruitment - Thursday, Sept. 3 Set-up begins
Friday, Sept. 4 - Philanthropy Round
Saturday, Sept. 5 - Skit Round
Sunday, Sept. 6 - Preference
Monday, Sept. 7 (Labor Day) - Bid Day
Thank you all so much for your support..........as you can see, it will be a busy Work Week and an even busier Recruitment!
From Susan Durham, Delta Mu Membership Advisor,
It's Work Week and Formal Recruitment time at UT Martin - Delta Mu chapter!
We would love for as many of you as possible to attend the Mock Recruitment on Saturday, August 29 at 11:00am in the University Center at UTM. It would be great if each member had an alum as a "practice partner".
Work Week - Monday, August 24 - Sunday, August 30
Recruitment - Thursday, Sept. 3 Set-up begins
Friday, Sept. 4 - Philanthropy Round
Saturday, Sept. 5 - Skit Round
Sunday, Sept. 6 - Preference
Monday, Sept. 7 (Labor Day) - Bid Day
Thank you all so much for your support..........as you can see, it will be a busy Work Week and an even busier Recruitment!
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Upgrades to the Beta Omega Lodge
All old landscaping has been completely pulled out from around the house and new landscaping installed.
NHC is paying for lawn service for next year to get yard back in shape
Outside has been pressure washed.
All outside trim, doors, shutters have been painted.
New outdoor light fixtures will be added
New plant stand will be added at front door
New metal mat with "ZTA" engraved will be added to front door area.
Interior walls and trim have been repainted.
Several new pieces of furniture have been acquired:
3 - large antique Chinese tufted rugs
2 - new chairs
1 - new ottoman to match chairs
New chest, occasional chairs, rug for office, new window treatments,
lamps, accessories.
New window treatments
Recover chairs bottoms for some existing chairs
deep cleaning
remove old window treatments/ move rods
install new outdoor light fixtures
clean existing furniture
NHC is paying for lawn service for next year to get yard back in shape
Outside has been pressure washed.
All outside trim, doors, shutters have been painted.
New outdoor light fixtures will be added
New plant stand will be added at front door
New metal mat with "ZTA" engraved will be added to front door area.
Interior walls and trim have been repainted.
Several new pieces of furniture have been acquired:
3 - large antique Chinese tufted rugs
2 - new chairs
1 - new ottoman to match chairs
New chest, occasional chairs, rug for office, new window treatments,
lamps, accessories.
New window treatments
Recover chairs bottoms for some existing chairs
deep cleaning
remove old window treatments/ move rods
install new outdoor light fixtures
clean existing furniture
Monday, July 27, 2009
Construction of New Chapter house at Texas A&M
View progress of the construction of the new Theta Gamma Chapter house at Texas A&M at: http://zetahouse.shutterfly.com/
Hopefully it won't be long and we will be seeing construction pictures of the chapter house at the University of TN, Knoxville!
Hopefully it won't be long and we will be seeing construction pictures of the chapter house at the University of TN, Knoxville!
Friday, July 24, 2009
University of TN Recruitment
As many of know, I'm the Membership Advisor for UTK.
Here is some info if you would like to help out.
I know alumnae want to help during actual recruitment parties however due to the ageing Panhellenic building and fire codes only 70 collegiate women and very limited advisors/alumnae can be present in the suite. The alumnae in the suite are National Officers, membership advisor, and co-membership advisor. Recruitment has become no frills with minimum food. However you can help in other ways. See below. If all you can do is a plate of brownies, the girls will greatly appreciate it.
Recruitment Dates
August 12-14 recruitment workshop
August 16 Open House
August 17-18 Round I - Philanthropy
August 20-21 Round II - Skit
August 22 Pref
August 23 Bid Day
Recruitment Help
Dinner for the girls each night.
Supply kit including breath mints, band aids, feminine hygiene, etc.
Brownies, cookies, candy during voting - the girls love homemade food.
Provide happies/gift for prizes during recruitment week
Snacks, sodas, and bottled water for recruitment retreat in Pigeon Forge (August 12-14)
Notes of encouragement
Encourage alumnae to fill out MIS forms and submit to me
Here is some info if you would like to help out.
I know alumnae want to help during actual recruitment parties however due to the ageing Panhellenic building and fire codes only 70 collegiate women and very limited advisors/alumnae can be present in the suite. The alumnae in the suite are National Officers, membership advisor, and co-membership advisor. Recruitment has become no frills with minimum food. However you can help in other ways. See below. If all you can do is a plate of brownies, the girls will greatly appreciate it.
Recruitment Dates
August 12-14 recruitment workshop
August 16 Open House
August 17-18 Round I - Philanthropy
August 20-21 Round II - Skit
August 22 Pref
August 23 Bid Day
Recruitment Help
Dinner for the girls each night.
Supply kit including breath mints, band aids, feminine hygiene, etc.
Brownies, cookies, candy during voting - the girls love homemade food.
Provide happies/gift for prizes during recruitment week
Snacks, sodas, and bottled water for recruitment retreat in Pigeon Forge (August 12-14)
Notes of encouragement
Encourage alumnae to fill out MIS forms and submit to me
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