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Delta Nu Beloit College, Wis.

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Delta Omicron, Wesleyan College, N.C. Installed May 1999

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Spring/Summer 1999, Volume 74, Number I, Copyright 1999, Alpha Sigma Tau National Sorority

Editor, Kimberly Golden Benner, Beta Ep ilon '79

Collegiate ew Editor, Diane chmelzel , Beta Pi '94

Alumnae New Editor, andra Ame , Beta Tau '93

Director of Publication , Patricia KJau ing Simmon , Delta '70

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CONTENTS

National Foundation Scholarship Winner

Installation of Delta Mu

1999-2000 Top Tau Recipients

The Greek System's Success Through the Years

Philanthropy Successes

Success On Your Own

AST ... Growing in Leap and Bounds!

Healthy Greek Living

Bulletin Board

A Message from the Pre ident

Collegiate News

Alumnae News

Directory

On the Front Cover: Alpha Sigma Tau poster designed by arti t Jill Ferree-Schumm, nationally acclaimed graphic designer and fine arti t pecializing in portraitures, created this poster for the lOOth anniversary of Alpha Sigma Tau. The centennial poster and other AST Centennial Celebration items can be purchased by contacting National Headquarter .

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Alpha Sigma Tau ....

Building Skills for Success

by National President Martha Drouyor DeCamp, Alpha

When you've been a sister of Alpha Sigma Tau for many years, it often be­come difficult to tell the difference be­tween the collegiate and alumnae orority experience . In our li ve a alumnae we constantly use and recycle the knowledge we gained as collegian .

A collegians, we talked to ru hee learned to ask meaningful questions, and real ly li tened to the answers. We learned to discuss prospecti ve member with our chapter i ters and to li ten to our peer . Through thi s process, we learned the fine art of compromi e. We learned to make compromises that were for the benefit of the chapter, the team, the organi zation .

Together, we reached deci sions ba ed upon the pa t with a commitment to a strong and lasting future. I believe one of the mo t important le on we learned wa that deci ions based solely on the moment were only good for that moment.

My Alpha chapter sisters honored me by electing me a their president. I can not be ure which wa the cart and which wa the hor e. Did I have leadership kill , or did the office teach them to me, or orne of both? Whichever it was, I learned the importance of and how to perpetuate Alpha Sigma Tau va lues and trad ition , and to uphold the Constitutions. That wa the promi e I made a chapter president-- to uphold the Con titution .

With the he lp of wonderful alumnae such a our eternally faithful Chapter Adviser, Mr . Bate , I omehow whirled through my senior year and my chapter pre i­dency. I just tried to do a good job; I did not reali ze that I was really doing my intern hip for life.

A a teacher, a church volunteer, a community up­porter, your National President and a partner in our own bu ine ; I u e my Alpha Sigma Tau kill . Through my sorority ex perience I deve loped my people ski ll s, my organizational kill , my management kiii , and my com­pass ion kill , in addition to my college cla room kill . They are ynergi tic with each oth r.

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A your Pre ident, I fully under tand that I am to uphold the Con titution , not re-write them to uit my elf. I have learned that I can not do it all my e lf. There are other elected officers and taff, and com­mittee formed for that purpo e . I have learned when to peak out and, more importantly when to keep ilent.

Through my experience , wi e and won­derfully loving i ter have guided me.

ow, it i my turn to guide and help. o matter how right I think my opinion are, they are in fact only my opinion . The will and wi dom of the ational Council and

the vote of the Convention hould prevail to uphold the Con titution .

"Whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap "

(Gal 6:7)

Thi promi e tell me that what is true, hone t, ju t, pure, lovely, and of good report about Alpha Sigma Tau will endure. It tell me that what ha been guarded for alma t l 00 year will be perpetuated by our current collegian for future generation of i ter .

We ha e faithfully upheld the founding principle throughout our hi tory. Thank you for your part in thi continuum. Alpha igma Tau i the ucce tory of very one of u .

I pray that in tr ing to give back to thi belo ed i terhoodwhat ihaverecei ed, in orne mallway.Iha e

touched your life. There would be no greater honor form

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1998-99 ~ational Foundation Scholarship Winners Gracwusly funded for your success by the Alpha Sigma Tau National Foundation

Congratulation to the following Alpha Sigma Tau members who received scholar hips for the 1998-99 academic year from the Alpha Sigma Tau National Foundation. The winners scholarship applications are reviewed and selected by a committee of alumnae, then granted final approval from the Foundation Board of Director .

Angela DePriest Denise Cronrath Upsilon, University of Central Arkansas Founders Centennial Scholarship Angela, currently a physical therapy graduate student, proved to be a dedi ­cated chapter president. She also ha a

Zeta Alumna, Lock Haven University Lenore Seibel King Scholarships Denise i a graduate student in health

trong academic record, and is actively involved in her chapter, campus and community.

cience and physical therapy at Shenandoah Univer ity, Virginia. She i a certified National Athletic Trainer and plans to be a licensed phy icaJ therapi st.

Karen Wasser Beta Eta Chapter Adviser Southern Illinois University

Rochele Laughlin Alpha Tau

Rose Marie Schmidt Scholarship Karen, an AST member for

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Carrie Washburne Staehle and Charlotte Evans Floyd Scholarships Rochele is a senior secondary education major and a student counselor, whose long term goals include further educa­tion and a high school teaching career.

25 year , is in graduate school at Webster Univer ity. Karen is employed while pur uing her degree and al o volunteers time to support Alpha Sigma Tau.

Carrie Cleary Gamma Rho, Seton Hall University Mary Louise Mandrea Doyle and June McCarthy Scholarship Carrie i a graduate student in busine s administration and is interested in a career in public relations. She served many offices during her collegiate years and is Gamma Rho's assistant adviser.

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Christi Castle Beta Eta, Southern Illinois Univ. Elizabeth Wilson-Dorothy Bennett Robinson and Sara H. Cree Scholarships Christi is a junior in accounting and serves as the chapter's treasurer. Her career goal is to become a certified public accountant.

Centhea Danette Norwood Rho, Southeastern Oklahoma State Univ. June McCarthy Scholarship Danette is a senior this year in Elementary Education. She enjoys children and plan to continue her education after graduation.

Susan Weycher Beta Xi, Michigan Technological Univ. Edith Elliott and Thomas J. King, Jr. Scholarships Su an is a senior in environmental engineer­ing and biological sciences. She has held many chapter office and i in the honor ociety. She i planning

a career in urface water engineering.

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The Installation of Delta Mu BY: KELLY BAGGETT LEVENSON, GAMMA GAMMA

On November 21, 1998, the Delta Mu Colony , Cumberland University, be­came one of the newe t chap­ters of Alpha Sigma Tau. The women had been a local so­rority, until their live inter­twined with ASTin January, 1998 and the group became a colony on April 9th 1998. Delta Mu's guidance wa put into the hand of Tonette Blackwell, national colony adviser, and Kelly Baggett Levenson, colony educator chairman.

Over the course of seven months, the colony was vis­ited several times by Tonette and Kelly and received train­ing sessions that ultimately lead to them becoming an

Enjoying time together at Delta Mu 's installation banquet are: Emily Mcintire, national chaplin; Melinda Oates, national vice president; Tiffany Street Delta Mu president; Mary Charles Ashby, past national president; Lara Cegala, director of expansion; Kelly Baggett Levenson, colony educator; and Lenore Seibel King, Foundation president.

Alpha Sigma Tau chapter. A great deal of time was spent on the tradition , rituals, and member expectations. In addition to learning all about AST, the colony was very busy with campus activities such as: participating in Home­corning and Greek Week.

Delta Mu's installation weekend kicked off with a reception at Rudy Hall on the Cumberland University cam­pus. It was a great event and gave time for the installing team to meet and get to know the women.

The installing team consisted of Mary Charles Ashby, past national president; Lenore Seibel King, Foun­dation president; Melinda Henry Oates, national vice pre ident; Lara Cegala, director of expansion; Tammy Hillebrand, Delta Eta chapter con ult­ant; Kelly Baggett Leven on, colony educator; Emily Ashby Mcintire, chap­lain; Rochelle A. Hargi , nomination ; and Shirley Gilbert, pre ident of the Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter.

The in tallation was a touching, beautiful ceremony that the women will long remember. It wa made even more pecial becau e members of the

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Delta Eta Chapter from Belmont Uni­ver ity in Na hville, TN and Delta M u 's assistant chapter adviser, Danielle Baker Taylor, were attendance.

After the installation on Saturday there wa a wonderful banquet where the women di played their AST pride to their parents and date . At the banquet, Chapter President Tiffany Street was Mistres of Ceremonie and Past National President Mary Charle Ashby gave a moving keynote addre .

The chapter wa pre ented with several gifts at the banquet that in­cludedsilverplatter andcry talpiece . Delta Mu' Chapter Ad vi er, Mr . Pace Pope wa pre ented with a pecial gift, from the chapter, in honor of all her hard work and dedication in seeing the colony become a chapter.

The banquet wa a lovely celebra­tion of this new chapter' in tallation. It wa attended by over 75 guest in­cluding everal campu adrnini trator .

The newest member of Alpha Sigma Tau, Delta Mu Chapter, are Daphne Barnett, Shee Bra hear , Suanne Bone, Kri ti Carter, Heather Childer , Robyn Daniel Keri Eng l ,

Stacy Jarne , Chri tie Jenkin Chri ty John on,DawnKirby,LauraLea, Olivia Lampert, Hallie Parton , Pace Pope (Chapter Advi er), Cry tal Schklar, Jamie Sircy, Rachel Smith, Tobi Slagle, Carrie Steven , Racheal Stout, Tiffany Street, Michelle Theriault, Ta ha Walker, Rachel Warren , Stephanie Working, and Brandy Vaughn.

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Delta No BY: JosEPHINE FosDicK, DELTA Nu

One night a young college student lay awake in bed and thought whim i­cally of how she might omeday orga­nize a sorority chapter. By the time the night wa over, Naoina Gartee de­cided to follow that dream. She earched the internet looking for a

sorority with ideals that matched her tandards of philanthropy and ocial

involvement. When he found Alpha Sigma Tau, she knew her dream was pos ible. She called upon two friends , Miho Kubota and Colleen yborg, and one year later, Delta Nu Colony consisted of 23 members at Beloit College, Wi .

The colony seemed to spring up not only in member ize, but al o in cam­pus and community involvement. They've participated in several ru h events, all-campus events, and fund­rai sers. Their philanthropy projects include working at a homeless shelter two day a week, and they even held a dance party to benefit Pine Mountain Settlement School.

Delta Nu has been tenacious in their pursuit in becoming a chapter. Their efforts have paid off, and they were installed in April. A feature on their in tallation will appear in the next issue of THE ANCHOR.

New Colonies Delta Xi BY: CARRrE BENDER, Ps1

The Delta Xi colony was estab­li hed on October 18th, as an affilia­tion of the 50-year e tablished, local sorority , Delta Phi Kappa , at Valparaiso University, Ind. By incor­porating their hi tory into their new traditions, the women of Delta Xi Colony have learned that their founda­tion could remain and grow within Alpha Sigma Tau.

The women of the Delta Xi have had a busy emester. The group em­barked on a large-scale growth and development process, completed COB events each week, and attended train­ing weekends under the direction of Colony Educators Carrie Bender and Beth Davis. In addition to the Colony Educators, the group i advised by alumnae sister Michelle Lisowski and two of the local sorority's alumnae, Jennifer Bognar and Rebecca Klein.

The colony and four AST alumnae recently participated in a weekend re­cruitment event, which lead to the addition of four new sisters.

Delta Xi has taught us much about i terhood, strength, and perseverance.

The women of Delta Xi are learning, growing, and well on their way to becoming an installed chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau.

How a Group Becomes a Colony BY: TRACY BoND, ZETA

A colony is a group of women who in AST history, policies, and proce-are working to become a chapter of dures; assists them in meeting the colo-Alpha Sigma Tau. The members must nization requirements; develops and each meet requirements to become trains an Advisory team; acts as a pledged members and their colony is liaison between the colony and national established when the members take staff, and provides feedback and en-their pledge vows during a typical pin- couragement through the tough times. ning ceremony. The women of a colony are respon-

Throughout the colonization pro- sible for completing several tasks to cess, the women are visited by a Na- demonstrate their ability to be a viable tiona! Colony Adviser or Educator. chapter of AST. These requirements This alumna, with the assistance of include: conducting business meetings;

Delta Omicron BY: TRAc Y BoNo , Z ETA

Member of Sigma Phi Delta, a local sorority formed in 1971 , were looking to enhance their sorority ex­perience and create a new opportunity for women at North Carolina Wesleyan College. Karolyn Braun helped the group contact Alpha Sigma Tau , and a presentation by Sybil King and Melinda Oates soon followed . The i ters were able to gain new mem­

bers and petition for affiliation with AST. Delta Omicron was pinned on December 5, 1998.

The colony, led by pre ident Eric Polley, and under the direction of Tracy Bond, national colony adviser, began their training early in 1999. They've been as isted by AST alum­nae Laurie Susan and Dee Woomer, and campu ad vi er Dr. Debra Glover­Fischer. They've worked hard to complete the requirement and learn AST' history and traditions.

The colonization process is a diffi­cult one, but e pecially for smaller group . Personal sacrifices and team work is what has pulled them through . There have been up and downs, but their sense of humor and love for each other alway pulls them through.

Delta Omicron should be installed in May.

programs; holding a philanthropy project for Pine Mountain; participat­ing in officer training; understanding AST policy and position statements; conducting Sorority, Growth and De­velopment program; completing the CEP report; and planning their installa­tion banquet.

This is a lot of hard work, but their efforts pave the way for future genera­tions of women on their campuses to enjoy the beauty of Alpha Sigma Tau.

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The Greek System's Success Through tht What Have You Contributed? sv: MARY Loi.JlSE MANDREA DoYLE, THETA

It has often been said that the frater­nity system is not good today because it is too old and ha lost its u efulnes . The truth is, it is old because it is good! It is as old as our nation and, like our nation, it could not have survived had it not been worthy of ex.istence. Tradi­tion, like patriotism, has its up and down .

We are all aware that fraternities came into being to atisfy a need for a home away from home. They were meant to satisfy the social need for friendship. They were a big plus for the univer ities ince they helped olve the housing problem , as well a offering outlets for social activities.

The youth of today will not remem­bers the fact that with World War I came the Prohibition Era and the Greek World' contribution to the war effort were clouded over by the rowdiness that took place at some of the house . Public opinion summed it up by aying the Greek were living it up while oth­ers were dying. On some campu es the Greeks had to clo e their door for the duration. Many of the Greek organiza­tion would have completely disap­peared except for the alumni and strong leaders who fought their battles. We urvived that era of social problem ,

drug , liquor and ocial expectation , and emerged more mature and re pon­sible.

Meanwhile, radical changes in the field of education were being con id­ered. With the building of many new univer itie carne the need for dormito­rie , many of them. By the time World War II was over, there were few two­year institution left and individual col­lege were relocated to form univer i­ties. The new dorrnitorie were conve­niently located on or near campu e ; meals were readily available. Thu , many of the older fraternity hou e , e pecially tho e orne di tance from the campu e , found them el e beg­ging for oc upant . nother ery n -ticeable fact wa that the tud nt w r

older since so many of them were war veterans. Nor were they particularly intere ted in anything but getting the education they had been forced to delay due to the war. They wanted to make up for lo t time. The Atomic Age wa here; there was so much to be learned and little time for play. Fratemitie were not fir t needs ...

But the non-veteran youth of these times, who were about to enter college, adopted an attitude of "live today for tomorrow you may die." Everyone wanted to do hi own thing; have things hi own way. Many traveled "to find them el ve . " In retro pect, it seems that this attitude led directly to drugs and alcohol and a di carding of the family unit with it respon ibilities. Students were anti-establishment, anti­Greek, anti-everything, which had been the accepted way of living. They could see no value in tradition ; idealism per­meated the atmosphere. There wa a fight for the right of everyone and anyone to attend college. Thi led to the acceptance of many who were never meant to be college material becau e they were neither prepared for higher education nor mentally capable of meet­ing the requirement .

These men and women were char­acterized by their attitude that educa­tion had to be a plea ant experience; o many cour e of tudy were purged from the curriculum a being irrelevant to the reparation they were making for their future . Thi action brought about a reduction in liberal art degree re­quirement --giving tudent only what they wanted -- o that a college degree wa no longer in urance for a po ition in any given field.

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by because most colleges had high standards. Since many students were having difficulty "doing their own thing" and also maintaining their marks, the students demanded still more changes. (Incidentally, during war time, stu­dents who failed in college became eligible for the draft so they stayed in college as many years as they could!) How to get high marks when one didn't deserve same? Well, the protesting students fought for a new marking system: either pass or fail. And heaven help the professors who handed out "fails!" You see, the professor's reten­tion depended upon their ratings by the students. The grading was, therefore, subject to "inflation!"

The foil y of anti-establishment, anti­society thinking has caught up with its followers . Enough years have elapsed to prove that college standards must be raised again and kept on the higher level. Denying some people the oppor­tunity to get ahead by going to college i not synonymous with denying them the opportunity to get ahead or to pre­pare themselves for life. Many occu­pations which don't require a college education provide excellent opportuni­ties for earning good livings!

Yes, the 60s and 70s were stormy years on many campuses. Student protests ran the gamut from the right to determine courses of study in the col­leges to the right to determine how they should live; the right to grade their instructors, and the right to protest the war. Anti-conformists? There was no group which was more conformist than these students who didn't admit they could see any value in tradition, in the family unit, or any of the orderly, established systems that make up what most of us consider civilized and good

living. Today's students (1999) are more

practical. They are not as idealistic as the students of two to three decades ago and are worried about the need to succeed and to find employment.

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As one profes or at the University of Vermont put it: "It is time to dispel the myth of education as ecstasy . The joy oflearning can't be attained without the pain of overcoming vigorous chal­lenges."

So, where have these trends in edu­cation left fraternities and ororitie ? In the early 60s the Greeks reached the peak of their unpopularity and uffered the loss of many chapters on many campuses. It was a very difficult up hill fight to regain what had been lo t and a few, unfortunately, still have not learned their lessons. What is required is a complete reevaluation by every chapter of every Greek organization of their social programs and whether or not they are living up to the vows they made wheninitiated. ThefutureoftheGreeks lies in the hands of today's collegians and alumni.

Being a Greek ha to again become a positive factor in preparing one for living a fu ll and useful life. Some ofthe newspaper and TV criticism is justi­fied. However, for the most part, the actions of a small minority are respon­sible for the poor image the average person has of the fraternity and sorority systems.

What are YOU doing to help restore the Greek image? Are you really prac­ticing and promoting the value you vowed to uphold? Or, are you one of those to blames for conditions on some campuses today?

About the author: Mary Louise Doyle has been an active member of Alpha Sigma Tau since pledging Theta Chapter, (Wayne State University, Detroit, Mich.), in 1927. She is currently a Trustee for the Alpha Sigma Tau National Foundation.

Alpha Sigma Tau Chapter Growth Chart November 4, 1900 - Alpha

1900 - 1909 - Beta and Gamma

1909-1919 - Delta and Lambda

1919-1929 - Zeta, Iota, Kappa, Sigma, Eta, Xi

1929-1939 - Omicron, Pi, Rho, Zeta Tau, Upsilon

1939-1949 -Phi, Chi , Psi, Omega, Alpha Alpha, Alpha Beta, Alpha Gamma, Alpha Delta, Alpha Epsilon

1949-1959 - Alpha Lambda, Alpha Zeta, Alpha Eta, Alpha Theta

1959-1969- Alpha Iota, Alpha Omega, Alpha Mu, Alpha Nu, Alpha Xi , Alpha Omicron, Alpha Pi, Alpha Rho, Alpha Sigma, Alpha Tau, Alpha Upsilon, Alpha Phi , Alpha Chi

1969- 1979 - Beta Beta, Beta Delta, Beta Epsilon, Beta Eta, Beta Tau , Beta Theta, Beta Iota, Beta Mu, Beta Lambda, Beta Nu

1979-1989 - Beta Rho, Beta Sigma, Beta Upsilon, Beta Phi, Beta Chi , Beta Psi, Beta Omega, Gamma Alpha, Gamma Beta, Gamma Gamma, Gamma Ep ilon, Gamma Delta, Gamma Zeta

1989-1999 - Gamma Eta, Gamma Theta, Gamma Iota, Gamma Kappa, Gamma Lambda, Gamma Mu Gamma Chi , Gamma Nu, Gamma Xi , Gamma Omicron, Gamma Pi, Gamma Rho, Gamma Sigma, Gamma Tau, Gamma Up ilon, Gamma Psi, Gamma Omega, Delta Alpha, Delta Beta, Delta Gamma, Delta Delta, Delta Ep ilon, Delta Zeta, Delta Eta, Delta Theta, Delta Iota, Delta Lambda, Delta Mu, Delta Nu, Delta Omicron ....

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AST Brings Success to Alumna BY: DIANE ScHMELZEL, BETA PI

For Chris Covington, the knowl­edge and skills she has learned as a collegian and alumnae of Alpha Sigma Tau have been invaluable to her career. Since graduation, she has served AST as the Iota District President, National Secretary, and Director of Expansion. Currently, she serves on the NPC Del­egation as Northeast Alumnae Panhel­lenic Area Adviser, Collegiate Expan­sion Coordinator, and Vice President of the Alpha Xi Delta Building Corpo­ration of Hanover, NH, at Darmouth College.

addition , he worked in alumni development for Dartmouth College and for two highly acclaimed pro­fessor at Dartmouth ' Amos Tuck School.

By u ing the skill she learned in AST about how nonprofit organization work and networking , Covington sought out people who could help her find answers to her ques­tion. "Through many meetings, cold calls, and informational interview , I found a socially con ci­entious company that did what I respected and wanted to be involved with --helping nonprofit orga­

To Covington, the most special part of all of her experiences ha been the opportunities it has afforded her. "I have worked in many areas that my 'for-pay' job would not allow for an­other 10 to 15 years because of my experience level," said Covington. "Through my volunteer work I've had organizational behavior experience, fi­nancial responsibilitie for almost $200,000, legal exposure, national mar­keting and sales exposure, and training exposure to name a few." All of these experiences directly relate to the skills she learned as a member of Alpha Sigma Tau: "Only now do I realize their value and have learned to articu­late their meaning."

nizations meet their mis- Christina Duggan Covington, Alpha Lambda

As her husband began to pursue his educational experience, Covington questioned her own career path as an environmental chemist. Spending months on the road in i olated condi­tions and long hour at the bench doing analyses were beginning to get old.

As she and her husband transitioned back into the academic life- tyle, she thought about what really made her happy. Her answer: serving the mem­ber hip of AST. "I urveyed friend and family about what my trengths and weaknesses were," said Covington. "Taking that information I a ked how can l turn ervice -- helping other -­into a career." While pondering that question, ovington worked for a non­profit organization for two year . In

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sion through providing in-vestment consulting ervice ," aid Covington.

Today, he work as a marketing professional for the primer investment consulting firm, Cambridge Associ­ates, Inc. The responsibilitie in her current position relate to her experi­ences in AST. "I have to have a good knowledge ba e about all the ervice we provide and the consultant who work with member (i.e.: knowing the organization and its history pledge member education, and officer train­ing)," she say . "I have to have an understanding of specific SEC regula­tions and how that affect how the company present it elf (i.e .: con titu-tion, policy and position statement, officer/ taff dutie ). I have to know how to talk to potential member about our service (i.e. member hip recruit-ment and pledge member edu ation). I have to know how to motivate and articulate what I need (i.e. offi er de-velopment and leader hip)."

Covington appreciate the working relation hip and friend hip h ha gained within T and ontinu

develop upon the e re ource founda­tion . "Many time I have had conver­ation with the National Pre ident on

organizational i ue , taff develop­ment propo al , and long-range plan­ning," ay Covington. "The e rela­tionship have allowed me to develop a profe ional a well a a per onal net­work within the orority, and that i part of how the member hip need to view the orority. It i a nurturing environment for women to practice kill they will u e in the 'for-pay'

world."

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Philanthropy Successes .....

Pine Mountain Settlement School Visit (a reprint from Alpha Sigma Tau National Foundation News, December 1998)

On Augu t 18, 1998, ix women from the P i Chapter (James Madison University inHarri on burg, Va.) loaded up for a tti p to Pine Mountai n, Ky. Eleven hour later, they arri ved fo r what turned out to be an exciti ng and memorable part of their Alpha Sigma Tau experience.

Planning for this adventure began in Aptil, when P i Chapter began corre­sponding with Robin Lambert, Direc­tor ofPine Mountain Settlement School. The purpose of the trip was two-fold : first, to learn more about the national philanthropy of Alpha Sigma Tau and second, to give of them elve to a worthy cause.

During their stay, the six young women from Psi tayed very bu y. Mornings were spent in clas es that taught them about the culture and cu -toms of the area. They learned about weaving, corn hu ck craft , edibl e plants, Native America ns, and orienteering.

Their afternoons were spent volun­teering their time, energy and strength

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to make Pine Mountain Settlement School a better place. They cleared a trail that had been damaged by a storm; they sorted books in the library ; they cleared debri s from around the camp­fi re; and cleaned William Creech' cabin .

There was even time fo r numerou hikes and opportunities to enjoy the beauty that surround Pine Mountain .

The Psi women tayed at Big Log Cabin, which has a fully equipped kitchen where they prepared many of their own meals. Their cost was mini­mal (less than $1 00/person) and each one went home with wonderful memo­rie and a Pine Mountain t-shirt.

Psi chapter plan a return trip dur­ing the ummer of 1999andchallenge other chapters to do the same. The memories the e young women have of their contribution to the progress of mankind will never fade.

Alpha Sigma Tau encourages each ister to give of them el ves, their time

and talents.

Contributing Our Share BY: L ARA E. C EGALA, Psr

As si ter of Alpha Sigma Tau, we tri ve to contribute our share to the

progress of mankind. We continually encourage our member to become acti ve, contributing women in soci­ety. Our members are involved in projects throughout the coun try that are working to make our communi tie a better, safer place to live. La t year alone, our co llegiate and alumnae women donated many hours of ser­vice to community organization .

At the 1996 national convention in Phoenix , Ari z., Alpha Sigma Tau ho ted the fir t ever convention phi­lanthropy project. At the 1998 con­venti on, this tradition wa continued with the First Step Project on Dome -tic Violence and Sexual A autt. Mary Jane Hood fro m Fir t Step accepted donations of personal care item and fin ancial contribution totaling over $200.

Dome tic violence i one of the most serious i sues facing women in today's society. First Step provide these women with 24-hour, 365-day taffed, 42-bed residential center. It

runs a 24-hour help line and crisis intervention services. Fir t Step of­fe rs counse ling, group upport, chi ldren's programming, child care, transportation, legal clinics, in-court advocacy and 24-hour domestic vio­lence and sexual re ponse teams. All services are provided at no cost. More than 5,000 person were erved dur­ing the 1997 fi scal year and each year the program has experienced a 20-30 percent increase.

The sacrifice the e women have made for themselve and their chil­dren are to be commended. It i the hope of Alpha Sigma Tau, as an orga­nization of women, that we can make a difference in the lives of other women. As one, we are aware of what can be done, but as a group, we have the strength to make a difference.

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Success On Your Own You've longed to be your own boss,

to set your own hours, to march to the beat of your drummer, and to build up your financial security.

It's a sweet dream that brings a smile to your lips, but the thought of actually starting your own busines fi ll you with a sense of dread. With time and proper planning, it's a process that i both attainable and manageable.

Getting tarted is not as difficult as most people think and, mo t impor­tantly, with planning you won't need ten of thousands of dollars to begin . Some businesses can start with just a few hundred dollars.

What you do need i a business idea that intrigues you, the determination to follow through, and the time to devote to this new venture. This could mean getting up an hour early and giving up some free weekend time to follow your business plan. In the end it' worth it.

So where do you begin? With a lot of planning.

Your Business Idea Select a business that fits you:

·:· Consider your life style ·:· What type of work do you enjoy ·:· What type of work are you good at doing ·:· Access what skills you have ·:· Review past life and work experiences you've achieved that might be applied to your bu iness ·:· Consider your interests and hobbies •!• Look at what accompli hments have been most satisfying to you

Research and Plan Planning is essential to your success, so find out:

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•!• What long-term trends will affect your busine s ·:· Where' the be t location ·:· Who are your competi tor ·:· Who are your cu tamer •!• What product I erv ice have they been buying •:• What can the market pl ace handle

Finance Your Business How much money do you need to get started:

·:· Inve tigate ource of capital ·:· Check into Small Bu ine Investment Companie (SBIC) ·:· Re earch where you can borrow ·:· Prepare a loan propo al ·:· Con ider po ibJe investor

Legallssues Follow the state and federal laws that affect your business:

·:· What i the be t form of bu iness for your endeavor:

Sole Proprietorship - where you are all by yourself, no other owners or partners.

General Partnership - two or more persons working as co-owners of a business where partners have the same liability to the business.

Limited Partnership- one partner acts like a stock holder and does not run day-to-day.

Corporation - where the business is legally a separate entity from the individuals who own it, and is run by the owners and a Board of Directors.

·:· Select and legally fi le your busine e name ·:· If you have employee , make certain you properly file employ­ment taxe ·:· Rely on profes ional' - hire a lawyer to file paper and an accountant to do your taxe

Equipment Get the basics: computer, modem, printer, fax and an we ring machines:

·:· Don't crimp on the computer hard drive- get 3GB or more ·:· Purcha e equipment with multi­function capabi litie ·:· Con ider the price of toner or color ink cartridge in budg t

·:· Consider needs for the first two year when purchasing equipment ·:· Comparative hop

Public Relations and Advertising Get the word out to possible clients:

·:· Develop a logo/look ·:· Send new relea e to local media ·:· Plan pecial event -- grand opening, open hou e -- invite client , media, vendor ·:· Create flyer /brochure for distribution in the area ·:· Tell everyone you know -- word of mouth i a great marketing tool

Personnel Hire only who you need to get started:

·:· Adverti e job opening ·:· Do background check ·:· Check into benefit package •!· As e employee' need

Totally overwhelmed? Don't be. You may already have orne of thi work completed. You may know orne­one who would be willing to help you get tarted -- i.e. a friend who i a lawyer and will file your legal paper for a reduced fee.

Try bartering. Maybe a graphic arti t would be willing to create your logo in return for ervice or goods from your new bu ine

Be creative in your tart-up.

Hot Business Trends for 1999 Entrepreneur magazine and Bu ines Start-Ups listed these among their top picks for hottest businesse in 1999:

Internet Commerce Per onal Concierge Ser tee Specialized taffing Niche Greeting Card Job Training Juic Bar Up a! Dri e-Thru W b it D I pm nt

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Opportunities

AST Traveling Counselor Position The National Council, in its' annual budget process, ha approved funding for the

expansion area to hire a Traveling Counselor. This is a paid, full-time, 10 month contract po ition with a scheduled employment

date of August 1, 1999. The Traveling Counselor po ition provides an excellent opportunity to gain leadership experience. The position will require 90% travel and will entail working with collegians, alumnae, campus ad mini trator , and potential colonies of Alpha Sigma Tau.

Specifically, the duties will be to: ·:· assist in the expansion of the sorority by visiting potential campuses and

meeting with university administrators ·:· prepare the campus for expansion presentation through alumnae mobiliza-

tion and promotional activitie ·:· presenting the sorority to interested campus/groups ·:· assist in the colonization campaigns and training of colonies ·:· assist in the installation of colonie

Benefits: ·:· competitive salary ·:· country-wide travel ·:· laptop computer use ·:· opportunity to build a national professional and social network ·:· expo ure to the unique operational functioning of the Sorority ·:· opportunity to attend national Greek conferences and the National

Convention ·:· frequent flyer miles

Minimum Qualifications: ·:· Baccalaureate or Ma ters degree ·:· posses an in-depth understanding of Alpha Sigma Tau policies and

procedures ·:· have the ability to adapt in a changing work environment ·:· able to work independently ·:· extensive computer, e-mail and internet skills ·:· excellent oral and written communication skills

Application Process Submit Alpha Sigma Tau Nomination Form (form on page 20 ofTH_E .ANCHOR),

Resume, Official College Transcripts, and a 250-word statement descnbmg why you are interested in the Traveling Counselor position.

All application materials must be submitted to: Lara E. Cegala Director of Expansion Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority 13620 Waterhouse Way Orlando, FL 32828 407-249-5970 lcegala@alphasigmatau.org

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Scholarships Available Rochester, NY area

The Rochester Alumnae Panhel­lenic recently announced that it will be awarding two individual scholar­ships of$1,000 each to eligible col­legiate women for the academic year 2000-2001.

Criteria for the scholarships are: ·:· active chapter membership

in a National Panhellenic sorority for the entire 1999-2000 year

·:· a permanent address in the greater Rochester area (144, 145, 146 zip codes)

·:· demonstrated leadership and involvement in the Greek and cam­pus communities

·:· a strong commitment to col­lege education

·:· completed application post­marked no later that February 7, 2000.

Applications can be obtained by calling or writing:

Sarah Hartman 181 Culver Road Rochester, NY 14607 716-473-7240

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AST ..... Growing in Leaps and Bounds! BY: LARA E. CEGALA, PSI &

CHRISTINA D uGGAN CoVINGTON, ALPHA LAMBDA

Alpha Sigma Tau has experienced over a 10 percent growth in collegiate chapters. This has been accomplished becau e alumnae have helped to identify prospective members and prospective campuses where AST would be successful. The alumnae continued assistance is necessary to help identify potential members for colonies and existing chapter aero the country, o that Alpha Sigma Tau can increa e it collegiate membership.

By increasing the member base, the future of the orority i ensured and additional revenues to fund program and chapter/ colony services will be more readily available.

As the new school term begin in September and fall rush kicks in, chapters will need all sisters assi tance in recruiting new members. Here are a few ideas on how to help with the recruitment proces .

Identify candidates ·:· Legacies ·:· Young women in the community ·:· Daughters or niece of business associate or friends ·:· Outstanding tudents from a local high school

Recommending a woman for membership

·:· Complete a recommendation form and end it to AST National Headquarters. National Headquarters will advise the chapter that the young woman will be corning to their campu .

Assisting with Rush ·:· Attend a chapter' ru h with local alumnae

a ociation ·:· Attend a nearby chapter' ru h a an individual ·:· Form an alumnae association to support nearby

collegiate chapter (contact Director of Alumnae for additional information

·:· Help defray the co t of the collegiate chapter' ru h program by making a donation -- either monetary or particular item needed for ru h theme /event

·:· Become an active Ru h Adviser for a collegiate chapter

Collegians are always rushing ... ..

There are many chapters across the country that need assistance with their ru h activitie .

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Chapters are located in: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Illinois, Indiana, Loui ian a, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin.

Alpha Sigma Tau appreciates the assistance of all alumnae in helping to identify and recruit outstanding young women for membership. A Rush Recommendation form appears on page 17 of this issue of THE ANCHOR.

For additional information or questions regarding rush recommendation , call the Director of Expansion, Lara E. Cegala at 407-249-5970 or by e-mail at lcegala@alpha igmatau.org.

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Do You Know A Potential AST? Help Us Rush Her!

INTRODUCE HER TO ANAST COLLEGIATE CHAPTER

·:· Do you know of a high school graduate going off to college next fall? ·:· Do you know an out tanding young college woman you wantAST to know about? ·:· Do you have friends whose daughters plan to attend college? ·:· Do you have a sister, daughter, granddaughter or other relative who will be attending a university with

an AST chapter?

College/University ______________ _ ASTChapter _________ _

NameofRushee. _______________________________ __

HomeAdilles~--------------------------------

Age ___ _ Entering as a FR so JR SR in Fall/Spring of _____ _

Please check as many as apply:

___ .Rushee is a legacy. Relationship· ______________________ _

___ Rushee is a personal friend.

___ Rusheei a family friend. I have known herfamily years.

____ Activities in which Rushee is involved:

Your Name (include maiden), _________________ _ Chapter ______ _

Adilless: _________________________________ _

Phonenumber(s), ______________________________ ___

Signarure __________________________ ~---------

Mail to:

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AST National Headquarters 1929 Canyon Road Birmingham,AL 35216-1723

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Lions and Turtles and Frogs .... Oh My! BY: PATRICIA KLAUSING SJMMO s, DELTA

When I was a pledge member of the Delta Chapter, I was excited to begin my collection of yellow roses, anchors, pearls and frogs. Yes, I said frog ! Why, because I thought that the frog was the mascot for Alpha Sigma Tau. It was not until much later that I realized that the frog was the mascot for the Delta chapter. There is not a "national" mascot for the Sorority.

It is amazing to ee and hear about the number of different mascots that we have throughout our organiza­tion. The Up ilon Chapter at the Univer ity of Central Arkansas has an angel a their mascot. They believe that the Alpha Sigma Tau angel symbolize guardianship over the group of sisters. Their angel protects them and care for them. The Upsilon Chapter feel that their angel will stand by them, guide them, and teach them. Upsilon believes that we are all angels in training and all we have to do is spread our wings and fly!

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Gamma Iota,

Delta Delta Chapter at the University of Illinoi at Chicago has Opus the penguin a their mascot. The si ters chose this mascot because a a philanthropy, they went to adopt an animal at the zoo. The animal they cho e was a penguin. So, in honor of their adopted" ister," they display the penguin and have named her Opus after a popular comic trip character.

AJphaXiatMansfieldUniversitycho etheowla their rna cot, becau e the owl has great wi dom. Gamma Pi at Lycoming College adopted a panda from the Philadelphia Zoo and chose the panda to become their rna cot.

Other chapter mascot include: Gamma Mu, We t VirginiaUniver ityln tituteofTechnology-bunny;Zeta Tau, Longwood College - alligator; Alpha Lambda, Radford Univer ity - turtle; Beta Xi, Michigan Tech University- Tau Teddy (teddy bear); and Tau, Bloom burg University- butterfly.

E-Mail HQ

You can now contact Alpha Sigma Tau Headquarter via e-mail.

If you need to update your name, addre or phone number, contact Headquarter at: updates@alphasigmatau.org

If you need to communicate ith Headquarter regarding a que ti n, con em or tatu of an i u , n­ta t Headquart r at: headquart ~ @alpha igmatau.or

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Healthy Greek Living av: RlcKI BARGMAN TROSEN, ALPHA SIGMA

Recruitment is a time when the real ties ofPanhellenic friendships are placed on trail. For the newly recruited sister, her whole identity is pinned on the chap­ter that she joined. She begins to notice for herself the existing tension and com­petition that exist among sororities. She wonders if she was told things just to make her join the group. Did she receive a bid because of who she was, or because the orority needed numbers?

As Greek women, the image we por­tray to each other, not only during re­cruitment, but 365-day a year i the true message sent to non-Greeks. We claim sisterhood, friendships, lasting ties, good times, leadership opportunities, and so on, but is that what we truly experience?

Since 1991, all 26 National Panhel­lenic Conference sororities have agreed to a "no frills rush" that would focus less on decorations, favors, promise , skits and refreshments; and capitalize on the opportunity for women to meet potential members in a personal way. Many campuses made the changes swiftly and converted to the true meaning of recruit­ment-- matching women with the chap­ters that truly meet their needs. Today's recruitment includes philanthropic and value-based parties so women can expe­rience the true meaning of Greek life.

Some campuses are till struggling with the idea that recruitment means entertainment rather than meeting poten­tial member who would be tremendous assets. While recruitment numbers de­crease across the country making quotas lower, many campuses chao e to simply lower total as an answer.

According to the recent Research Initiative conducted by the University of Missouri , Columbia, many women stated they joined Greek organizations to have a well-rounded life. The report states that alumni who were Greek in college con­sistently contribute more to humanity and to their alma mater than those who were non-Greek. Why are we more open-minded about helping others after college than during college?

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Alpha Chapter sisters Lisa Nester and

Stephanie Smith are there for each other.

Being Greek-minded is the fir t tep in a positive fraternal recruitment sys­tem. All qualified women should be encouraged to join a system that meets change in an open manner. When work­ing with Panhellenic sisters, a feeling of excitement should arise whenever re­cruitment is successful. Special plans should be made to assist the smaller chapters to grow. The overall Greek system is stronger when all Greeks work together to build a healthy community.

As Greek women, we must ask our­selves about the behaviors, attitudes, and images we portray toward other Greek women on campus. We must find positive answers to questions like: are the relationships between sororities on campus friendly and supportive; are chapter ready to help any sorori ty in need; are women not joining a sorority because of inter-Greek conflicts; does a certain image come to mind whenever a particular sorority is mentioned; and is the Panhellenic meeting the true need of all sororities on campus?

The second paragraph of the Panhel­lenic Creed reads: We, the Fraternity Women of America, stand for service throughout the devel­opment of character inspired by the close contact and deep friendship of individual fraternity and Panhellenic life. The opportunity for wide and wise human service, through mutual respect and helpfulness, is the tenet by which we strive to live.

Being Greek-minded is defined in that tatement, living the meaning of the

statement is the responsibility of every Greek woman.

Connect withAST

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Look for details in upcoming issues!!!

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ALPHA SIGMA TAu NoMINATION FoRM Resume for National Council and Staff Positions

Please Print or Type Date _______ _

Applying for position (list in order of preference) : 1. _______________ _ 3. _____________ _

2. ________________ _ 4 . ______________ _

GENERAL INFORMATION

Name'--------~F~ir~st~------------------~M~id~d~le~--------------~M~a~id~e~n ________________ ~La~s~t __________ _

Home Address · ___________________________ State, _________ Zip. _______ _ City

Phone Home ( __ ) Work ( __ ) May we contact you there? __ _

Fax ( __ ) E-Mail Address

Spouse's Name

CoLLEGE INFORMATION

Collegiate Chapter Affiliation __________________________________________________________ _

On a separate sheet of paper, list any offices held.

Undergraduate/Graduate degree(s) received

College/University Year Degree Major/Minor Or Area of Study

ALUMNAE INFORMATION

Alumnae Chapter Affiliation1 ____________________________________________________________ __

Do you currently hold an office? ______ __ If yes, which one? ____________________________________ _

Are your alumnae dues paid for the current year (June - May)? Yes No On a separate sheet of paper list any previous offices held at the alumnae level (local/national level : National Council , Staff or Committee or Assistant to National Staff positions) .

CAREER INFORMATION

Current Occupation/Title ______________________________________________________________ _

Company __________________________________________________________________________ _

(Please attach your professional resume)

ALPHA SIGMA TAU INFORMATION

Are you able to travel for AST? __ Yes __ No Can you travel on short notice? __ Yes No

How often? __ Weekly __ Monthly __ Semi-Annual

Are you willing to commit to a full term (a term is defined as being through the next convention) __ Yes __ No

Do you have access to a computer? ___ Yes ___ No

How much time per week are you able to devote to sorority business? ______________________________ _

OPTIONAL

On a separate sheet of paper: 1. Please list collegiate, alumnae and professional awards, honors or recognition you have received . 2. Briefly explain your qualifications or interest in this position. Describe your goals and strategies for this position. NOTE: Your application will NOT be processed until it has been determined that alumnae dues have been paid. You may

send your $30 dues with this nomination form to Headquarters. Complete and send this form to: National Nominations Coordinator, Alpha Sigma Tau Headquarters, 1829 Canyon Road, Birmingham, AL 35216-1723

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Alpha Pi Chapter Adviser

It i with great ad ne that the lpha Pi Chapter, Slippery Rock Un iver ity announced the death of their Chapter Ad vi er Tese Caldarell i in February. Te e became a member of lpha Sigma Tau after becoming the chapter' faculty adviser everaJ year ago. She wa an employee of lippery Rock niversity.

Te e had been battling leukemia foro era year and had a bone marrow transplant at the end of Janu ary whi ch, unfortunat ly, wa not succe sful.

Expres ions of sympathy can be ent to her family and the chapter at: Mr. AnthonyCa1darelli 39 Airport Rd . Grove City, PA 16127

Erin Freson, President 30 We t Cooper St. Slippery Rock, PA 16057

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In Memoriams

In memoriam gift can be made to the Alpha Sigma Tau Foundation inmemoryofthepa ingofalo ed one a ociated with the orority.

If you would like to make a gift in omeone' memory forward the donation, along with a letter a to who the donation i being gi en in memory of, to the Foundati n at:

Alpha Sigma Tau National Foundation. Inc . 1929 Can on Rd . Birmingham, AL 52 L6

Alpha- Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI

During the fall semester, the Alpha Chapter participated in a variety of sorority growth and development activities that included kickboxing, pumpkin carving, a Thanksgiving dinner with alumnae, and a gift ex­change for Christmas. At meetings, sisters collected canned food for the needy. Over Christmas break, mem­bers volunteered at a local depart­ment store to help the underprivi­leged. The chapter held a raffle as their fund raiser for the semester. -Stephanie Smith

Beta- Central Michigan University Mt. Pleasant, MI

The Beta Chapter focused on philan­thropy and fund-raising activities this fall. The Beta sisters traveled to Bay City, Mich. to volunteer at a silent auction benefiting "Kela's First Step." The money raised was given to Kela Robb, a Polish woman with cerebral palsy. The chapter, along with Alpha Chi Rho fraternity members, went to a Head Start program to carve pumpkins wi th local children. Mem­bers also walked in the "Relay for Life," which helps fund cancer re­search. Fund-raising activities in­cluded selling coupon books and preparing for the annual Valentine's Day rose sale, which benefits the chapter's philanthropy - Hospice of Central Michigan. - Janelle Peters

Delta -Indiana University of Pennsylvania Indiana, PA

Homecoming was a huge ucces for the Delta Chapter. Si ters built an Egyptian float with Delta Sigma Phi , Delta Phi Ep ilon, and igma Tau Gamma and plac d third. For it

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formal , the chapter chose the theme "The Secret Garden." The 13 new members sold T-shirts with the say­ing, "Find the Key With AST." The Delta si ters are proud of their elected officer -Pre identDenise Gielas, Vice Pre ident Bonnie Long, Secretary Cara Staul , Pledge Director Shannon Hornak, Trea urer April Marian, Hou -ing Jess Miles, Panhellenic Repre en­tative Rachel Davis, and Alumnae Li­aison Je Schill. - Bonnie Marr

Zeta - Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania Lock Haven, PA

The Zeta Chapter's annual Rock-a­than was a great ucces . Si ter rocked for 26 hours straight and do­nated$400totheLockHaven Women's Crisis Center. For Thank giving, the chapter sponsored its annual Turkey Dinner for family and friend . The dinner was held at the Jer ey Shore Elks and si ter ang, hared experi­ence , and made paper quilts for them­selves and loved ones. Members also enjoyed homecoming activitie with the chapter placing fir t in window­decorating, second in participation, and third in the float-decorating con­te ts. - Johanna Means

Omicron- Concord College Athens, WV

The Omicron Chapter started off it seme ter with a fanta tic rush. The chapter's ru h themes were "Camp AST" and "Tau tack." Concord Col­lege Homecoming weekend was al o a great ucce . Members enjoyed a vi it from their Di trict President Rhonda Dennison and Regional Chapter Con-ultant Kelly Duke.

-Melanie McDaniel

Rho - Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK

During the fall ru h, the Rho Chapter had tremendou ucces and acquired 22 new members. One major project for the chapter thi year, wa helping with the Jeff Fernandez golf tourna­ment and benefit dinner. JeffFernandez, who is an alumnus of Southea tern Oklahoma State Univer ity, wa in need ofakidneytran plant. Withthechapter' fund-rai ing effort , Jeff wa able to receive a tran plant and i doing well. The member were elated to be able to relieve orne of Jeff financial burden in thi very difficult time. - l ana Haggard

Zeta Tau ' -- Longwood ollege --enjoy hanging out together.

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Sigma - State University College at Buffalo Buffalo, NY

The Sigma Chapter focused on com­munity and campus service during the fall semester. Sisters participated in the Walk for Lupus in September, helped with the campus' annual Halloween party, and volunteered their services at the Christmas in the County craft show. For sorority growth and development, the members took a weekend trip to Whispering Pines College Camp in Franklinville, N.Y. -Mary Kubanet

Zeta Tau - Longwood College Farmville, VA

The Zeta Tau Chapter started off the fall semester with a successful rush. Zeta Tau's seven new members partici­pated in the chapter's semi-annual Lip Sync contest with the theme "in the swing of things." The members were happy to celebrate Founder's Day with two very special guest -- Mary Charles Ashby and Mary Louise Doyle. -Kristie Little

Upsilon - University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR

The ladies of the Upsilon Chapter were busy with philanthropic activities. Sis­ters raised money to give Thanksgiving dinner to a family and participated in a canned food drive. The chapter's fund raiser for the semester involved pro­ducing a statewide high school pag­eant. Upsilon Chapter was selected as one of four national Alpha Sigma Tau chapters to participate in the Expansion Project. On campus, the chapter won the Most Spirited Competition for the UCA football season, and one member was selected as the 1998 Homecoming Maid of Honor. -Aimee Delatte

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Phi- Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond, LA

"Club AST" was the Phi Chapter's new fall rush theme. During formal rush, the chapter added two new trophies for its display -- the Greek Week trophy and the Panhellenic participa­tion trophy for the highest participa­tion at campus events during a semes­ter. District President Kathleen Kennedy and Regional Collegiate Coordinator Kelly Duke visited the chapter in Octo­ber. During the Founder's Day Ban­quet, Chapter Consultant Gwen Kurtz told members that a sorority is more than an organization, it's a family. - Jennifer Molliere

Chi - Shepherd College Shepherdstown, WV

In October, the members of the Chi Chapter held a cancer drive and raised over $1,000 for the Ruby Memorial Cancer Foundation in Morgantown, W.V. The foundation helps patients

Phi Chapter sisters, Jessica Posecai and Kelly Wolff kick up their heels and enjoy their Founder's Day banquet.

who cannot afford treatments. Sisters held a Halloween party for Salvation Army children in the area. The chapter proudly supported two members on the college's basketball team and an­other member on the volleyball team. -Stephanie Schwandt

Psi - James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA

The Psi Chapter welcomed rushees to "Planet AST ... Welcome to Our World" during fall rush. Philanthropically, member participated in the chapter' weekly and annual events such as AIDS Walk D.C., Adopt-a-Grandpar­ent, and Flower Beds. The chapter is planning a community AIDS Walk in the future. During the summer, sisters went to Pine Mountain Settlement School to learn and video their experi­ence so other chapters can see what the school is like. The chapter held a barbecue to welcome its District Pre i­dent, Anna Golladay. - Noelle Pflum

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Psi Chapter participates in the 1998 AIDS Walk in Washington, D.C.

Alpha Gamma - Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR

In November, the Alpha Gamma Chap­ter hosted its annual Homecoming Alum­nae Tea. The chapter won the Home­coming spirit stick and participated in Homecomi ng festivities by creating and handing out programs at the presenta­tion of the candidates. Si ter Wendy Kell ey was chosen as the 1998 Henderson State University Homecom­ing Queen. Alpha Gamma's philanthropy this fal l wa a book drive for the victim of the Del Rio, Texas, flood . Member collected more than 2,000 books. In addition, the chapter co-sponsored the World AIDS Day Candlelight Ceremony on campus for the fourth consecutive year. - Amanda Grace

Alpha Epsilon -Western Illinois University Macomb, IL

The A I ph a Epsilon Chapter' new mem­bers enjoyed a even-week new mem­ber period -- with each week featuring a different theme. For community er­vice, the chapter helped a local grade chool with it Halloween party. Si ter

dres ed up in co tume , played gam , and erved punch. lpha p ilon h ld

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it annual Challenge of the Fraternitie fund raiser. During thi week-long event aJl of the fratemitie competed in a volleyball tournament, ba ketball tournament, talent competition, and a banner conte t. Part of the proceed went to Pine Mountain and the Ameri­can Cancer Society. -Terra McGinnis

Alpha Lambda - Radford University Radford, VA

The sister of Alpha Lambda Chap­ter started off with fall ru h --work­ing hard on party theme that in­cluded "Jungle Boogie" and "Gilligan' I land ." Philanthropic activitie in­cluded the New River Valley Heart Walk for heart di ea e a canned food and clothing drive, and a wing­a-thon for AIDS re earch. The i -ter al o participated in campu -wide acttvttte uch a Alcohol Aware­ne Week, Take Back the Night rally, and a exual a ault eminar ho ted by the NPHC. Fund rai er entailed a car wa h and an exam­time carnation ale. The chapter gave gift to the Head tart program and donated chool upplie to the kid at the lo al We le Foundation . - Kri tin Tin le

Alpha Mu -University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello, AR

TheAlphaMuChapteratthe Univer ity of Arkan a at Monitcello enjoyed a ucce ful ru h. The chapter happily

welcomed ix new member . Si ters participated in basketball and racquet­ball during the fall emester. In addi­tion, the chapter won fir t place in window painting during Spirit Week. - Teresa Morgan

Alpha Xi - Mansfield University Mansfield, PA

Man field Univer ity' Homecoming themewa MardiGra andtheAlphaXi Chapter, accompanied by Sigma Tau Gamma, won fir t place for mo t origi­nal banner--"Midnight Ma querade. "

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The chapter span ored and participated in a campus-wide Bloodmobile. Philan­thropic activities included ho ting an annual Halloween Haunted House with Lambda Chi Alpha and Zeta Tau Alpha, with all proceeds going to the American Heart Association and sponsoring the North American Food Drive with Lambda Chi Alpha. -Dana Ciliberto

Alpha Omicron­Clarion University of Pennsylvania Clarion, PA

The Alpha Omicron Chapter tied with Sigma Sigma Sigma orority for the highe t scholastic grade on campus. With theru h theme , "AST'sinDisney­be our gue t", "Taus in Hollywood-­sorority world", and "AST's in a Differ­ent Galaxy," the chapter added 11 new members. Member chose a new phi­lanthropy in honor of their late ister Amy Turk--the Gilder Radner Familial Ovarian Cancer Registry . In addition, isters rang bell for the Salvation Army

and donated the money to a child for Chri tma. -Melissa Handley

Alpha Pi - Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock, PA

The women of the Alpha Pi learned that its chapter adviser, Tese Caldarelli , was diagno ed with leukemia. Sisters par­ticipated in the Walkfor Tese, a five­mile walk to help find a cure for leuke­mia. Other campus organizations and the Slippery Rock community helped support this event. In addition, the chap­ter held a Greek God and Goddess competition and donated part of pro­ceeds to help Tese with her medical bills. The chapter is saddened to an­nounce that Tese lost her battle with

leukemia in February. -Julie Gabriel

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Alpha Tau - Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Edinboro, PA

The Alpha Tau Chapter enjoyed a productive fall erne ter. The chap­ter tried a new rush party theme, "Casino Night." Sister dressed in black and white and gambled with Hershey kisses at different game around the room. Edinboro University's Homecoming theme was countrie around the world. Alpha Tau chose the United State and built a float with Pi Lambda Phi. Member also were bu y with philanthropy projects . T he chapter, along with other Greek organizations, held a Halloween pumpkin-decorating con­te t to raise money for a local girl with leukemia. - Jaime Rogowski

Alpha Phi - West Chester University West Chester, PA

To get ready for the fall seme ter, the Alpha Phi Chapter held its annual "Anchor Splash" over the summer. In September, the chapter sponsored it second annual "Back to School Hoop "basketball tournament to raise money for local philanthropy, the Amy Hashkowitz Foundation. Three

sisters represented the chapter in Sigma Pi's annual orority show­down and tied for eco nd place. Members celebrated Founder's Day with a moth er/dau ghter luncheon. The chapter also maintained its 3. 1 GPA and happily reported that three members were inducted.into the Hon­orary Order of Omega. - Noreen Habegger

Beta Delta- Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA

The Beta Delta Chapter participated in several philanthropie that included helping with a birthday party at St. Barnabas Nursing Home, a diabete walk sponsored by Gamma Phi Beta sorority, and the Pitt burgh Hunger Walk that tarted off ational Hun­ger/Homeles Week. The chapter won an award for mo t participation on campus for the diabete walk. Fund raising included a Halloween raffle, car wa hes, and a candy ale. For Beta Delta, one of the mo t ex­citing events of the semester oc­curred at the Duques ne ' annual Homecoming Carnival. Member , along with Gamma Phi fraternity, performed a tent show. - Patti Gillett

Sisters of Beta Delta celebrate being together at the "Mid-Pledge Party" last fall.

Beta Epsilon -Shippensburg University Shippensburg, PA

The Beta Epsilon Chapter, along with the Phi Delta Theta fraternity, won fLr t

. place in the Shippenburg's Homecom­ing float competition and second for the walking unit. Members attended an RL W at York College in October. Academi­cally, the chapter had the econd high­est GPA on campus, due to the chapter' success during the pring 1998 semes­ter. More than half of the sister made dean's list, and the spring 1998 new member class had the highest pledge class GPA. -Katie O'Donnell

Beta Eta - Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL

The Beta Eta Chapter began the semes­ter with an outstanding rush. The chap­ter participated in activities like: the "Ebony and Ivory Show," which pro­motes Greek unity; pas ed out pump­kins at a hospital for Halloween; and "Tons of Fun," a univer ity event pro­moting safe, drug and alcohol free ac­tivities. The chapter is working toward building a house and improving its aca­demic and scholarship programs. -Kristen Ratliff

Beta Theta- St. Mary•s University San Antonio, TX

The fall semester was a special one for the ladies of the Beta Theta Chapter. The chapter held its annual Boo Gram sale and participated in an all-Greek service project to renovate a school near campus. In addition, Beta Theta got together with the Chi Phi fraternity to perform a dance from the movie "Grease." Proceeds from the dance went to Mother Against Drunk Driv­ing. For Chri tma , i ters drew name to create per onalized stockings for each other and made contribution to

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Alpha Sigma Tau 's and Alpha Sigma Phi 's, Eastern Illinois Univer ity, join together to cheer on the Panther football team at the Homecoming bonfire.

the Pediatric AIDS Foundation in their gift exchange. -Natalie Smother

Beta Mu -Salisbury State University Salisbury, MD

In November, the Beta Mu Chapter marked it 20th Anniver ary on cam­pus. The chapter celebrated with a banquet in which many member of national taff and alumnae attended. DistrictPre identAdeleBlackreceived the flrst Adele Black award named in her honor and given to a Beta Mu alumna who ha done a tremendou amount for the chapter. For fund rai -ing and philanthropy, the i ter pa ed out care packages and continued with theirBakeles Bakesale.Member al o volunteered at the Jaycee's Haunted Forest, vi ited their adopted grand­mother, and adopted a family for the holidays. - Trisha Ehman

Beta Nu - Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Bloom burg, PA

The Beta Nu Chapter, during the fall erne ter, worked with the Parent'

We kend Committe , walked for th

American Heart A ociation, and held a haunted hou e for Big Brother /Big Si ter . The chapter wa proud to wel­come it 39th new member cia of 11 women. District President Heidi Bliss paid a vi it. Keeping with the tradition to celebrate as a group before Chri t­ma break, the chapter held it annual Thanksgiving Dinner. - Coleen Donohue

Beta Xi - Michigan Technological University Houghton, Ml

Early in the erne ter, the Beta Xi Chap­ter held a retreat. Member painted tile to use a coa ters in their living room, baked brownie , and other activitie . For its local philanthropy, the chapter helped out the Barbara Kettle Gundlach helterforabu ed women. Si ter raked

the helter' yard, took down children' play equipment, and orted donation . Many member al o volunteered at the annual blood drive pon ored b the campu PanhelJeni Coun il. -Jody Ko itzky

Beta Pi- Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL

During fall rush, the isters of the Beta Pi Chapter welcomed 30 new members into our sisterhood. A new party was added to EIU' Fall Formal Rush this year. Panhellenic Council implemented a Philanthropy Day party where each chapter choo e a project and com­pletes that project with the rushee . Each chapter donated their projects to a specific organization. Alpha Sigma Tau donated over 150 care baskets to the MENS emergency shelter for women in Champaign, Ill. The university's Homecoming theme was "EIU ... A Story Yet To Be Told," and the chapter paired up with the men of Delta Sigma Phi with the theme "Jack and theBeanstalk." - l en Polkow

Beta Tau - University of Massachusetts at Lowell Lowell, MA

The Beta Tau Chapter strengthened si terhood tie with a candlelight re­dedication ceremony on Founder' Day. Fund rai er included 50/50 raffles, a candy ale, and a coffee sale. In Octo­ber, Beta Tau participated National Make a Difference Day. Sisters collected clothes, feminine products, and baked goods to donate to House of Hope -- a helter for battered women.

-Sheilagh Baldwin

Beta Upsilon - New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ

The Beta Upsilon Chapter welcomed four new members in the fall. The chapter held a Big Sister dinner during the new member's pledge period. Dur­ing its annual Yellow Rose semi-for­mal, the chapter recognized its mem­bers and awarded the Top Tau, Most Contributive, and Most Academic Sis­ter awards, among others. Members participated in the school sponsored

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American Heartwalk and co-sponsored a ballroom dancing event. - Peychi Wu

Beta Chi- Ferris State College Big Rapids, MI

The women of the Beta Chi Chapter were happy to welcome 17 new mem­bers. The chapter participated in Home­corning activities with the Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity. Social service activi­ties included running a free haunted house with Pi Kappa Alpha and holding a canned food drive. To raise money, members held everaJ bottle drives and car washes, as well a worked at high school volleyball games. -Melissa Hall

Beta Omega- Monmouth University West Long Branch, NJ

The members of the Beta Omega Chap­ter started off the fall emester with national staff visit. At Homecoming, members, alumnae, and parents en­joyed the weekend. For fund raising, members worked as volunteers at Great Adventure for a day. During a retreat, sisters played team-building games, talked to one another, and held a candlelighting service. The chapter paired up with another sorority to help raise money for one of the chapter's alumna who is battling cancer. - Kyle Smith

"Sisters of elegance and grace .... " is the only way to describe the Beta Upsilon sisters at their formal.

Gamma Epsilon -SUNY at Potsdam Potsdam, NY

The Gamma Epsilon Chapter partici­pated in Derby Days, Sigma Chi fraternity's week-long fund rai er. The chapter helped raise money, placed in several events, and had a great time. In October, District President Laura Fuller paid the chapter a visit. Other fund­raisi ng activities included a bottle drive, bake sale , and a ister auction. During homecoming, member cooked for the SGA-spon ored barbecue. -Sarah Illingworth

Gamma Zeta - Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD

In the fall, the Gamma Zeta Chapter focused on philanthropy acti vi tie . Members collected pennie for Pine Mountain and participated in Adopt-a­Grandparent and Adopt -a-Highway. At the beginning of the seme ter, several sisters went to Baltimore, M.D. to par­ticipate in the Race for the Cure, a walk to rai e money for breast cancer pa­tients. The chapter also participated in the local Crop Walk to rai e money for unfortunate children in the area. Gamma Zeta hosted an RL W thi seme ter. Several National Staff and alumnae at­tended along with six other chapter : Zeta Tau, Chi, P i, Omicron, Delta Beta, and Gamma Mu. - Randi Schnapper

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Gamma Theta­Pennsylvania State University/Behrend College Erie, PA

Member of the Gamma Theta chapter were active in several intramural event during the fal l semester that included volleyball , fl ag football , oftbal l, and basketball. Sister Charlotte Lafer was the women's billiard champion. Fund raising con isted of car washe , big bambios, Invision Jewelry sale , and helpingPanhellenic with their fund rai -ing. The chapter participated in Adopt­a-Highway and AIDS Awarenes Day. To celebrate the university's 50th anni­ver ary, Gamma Theta sponsored a booth at the Homecoming carnival. Sister Mistie Holt was crowned Home­corning Queen. The chapter al o won the Greek week competition. -Tanya Waltenbaugh

Gamma Iota- York College York, PA

This fall erne ter, the Gamma Iota Chapter hosted a Regional Leader hip Workshop. The workshop, held in Oc­tober, involved nine additional chapters and a wide variety of workshops, erni­nar , ritual practices, skits, and songs. The chapter' rush theme this year was "City Limits. " Members participated in the Adopt-a-Block program, where members help clean street . In addi ­tion, the chapter held a clothing drive. All the clothing was donated to a local women's helter in York. - Sarah Tonon

Gamma Lambda- Kutztown University Kutztown, PA

The Gamma Lambda Chapter wa pleased to welcome Panhellenk to it ca mpu . With th e ru h th e me, "Dream ," the chapter ini tiated two new memb r . Si ter' j ined together

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to help paint room for enior citizens and gave their time over Thanksgiving to help feed the homele s. The si ter of Gamma Lambda went to visit the ister of We t Chester Univer ity and

had a wonderful time. Other activitie included intramural port , winter for­mal, and enior end-off. - Kelly Swierzewski

Gamma Mu - West Virginia . Institute. of Technology

Montgomery, WV

The Gamma Mu Chapter held two meeting during the summer: one for a comm unity service project and another to prepare for the fall eme ter. S i ter met in Charleston, W. V. to help Habitat for Humanity build the first "all -women worker " hou e. The econd meeting was at their chapter' advi er' hou e. On the fir t day of chool, member helped move women into the dorm . In September, the chapter held formal rush with a Mardi Gra theme, " n­mask Your elf with Alpha Sigma Tau ." At Homecoming, the chapter built a float and spirit board and ho ted an alumnae tea. Several alumnae partici­pated in the festivitie . -Christa Ours

Gamma Nu - Waynesburg College Wayne burg, PA

The member of the Gamma Nu Chap­ter worked hard during ru h and were ucce ful. The highlight of the erne -

ter was the chapter' Founder' Day Dinner. The i ter invited other chap­ter in the area and all National Council and Staff. A candlelighting ervice wa held before the dinner with alumnae, ister , and friend .

- Ruth Armann

Gamma Xi - Grand Valley State University Allendale, Ml

The Gamma Xi Chapter wa the large t orority on the Grand Valley State cam­

pu after fall ru h. The chapter recently gave up it chapter hou ing which pre­viou ly wa an apartment complex building. Member are trying to find a new place. Fund rai ing effort were ucce ful. The chapter rai ed more

than 600 by operating a vending booth at the Grand Rapid Van Andel Arena. The chapter al o ho ted an alumnae breakfa ton Homecoming game day. -Je ica Walter

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Gamma Xi sister 's Melissa Rossello and Jessica Walter, who participated in the GVSU Study Abroad program, in front of Buckingham Palace, London, England ..

Gamma Pi - Lycoming College Williamsport , PA

"Going Places With AST" -- which consisted of Fiesta night , English Tea , and a traditional Italian dinner -- was Gamma Pi's rush theme. Homecom­ing was an exciting time. Along with welcoming back many alumnae, two sisters, Veronica Buttari and Adeline Noto , were members of the Home­corning court and alumna Jenna Hoff was the presenter. For the past two years , an AST has won Lycoming College's Homecoming Queen. The falJ was fi lled with many community­service projects: raki ng leaves for fac­ulty members, making T-shirts for the clothesline project, and donating hy­giene products to a local women's shelter. Fund-raising activities included a car wash , selling football programs, and holding raffles throughout the year. Gamma Pi is looking forward to host­ing an RLW this spring . -Charlotte Link

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Gamma Rho - Seton Hall University South Orange, NJ

The Gamma Rho Chapter started off the fall seme ter with its annual retreat. The retreat was a succe sful event and included workshops in rush, pledging, and sorority growth & development. In October, the chapter invited all of its alumnae back for an alumnae/ i ter football game. Several sisters from the Beta Upsilon Chap ter celebrated Founder's Day with Gamma Rho. To help victims of Hurricane Mitch, mem­bers held a water drive where they collected and donated bottled water. - Shannan McLaughlin

Gamma Tau - Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA

The Gamma Tau sisters took part in a fund-raiser at the Hershey Park Auto Show in the beginning of the semester. The money raised was donated to the Leukemia Society. The chapter was excited to send seven sisters to RL W at York College. Homecoming also was

a pecial time for Gamma Tau. Two women were selected for the Home­coming court. In November, sisters took a trip back to the groovy '70s with their social "Tau stock." - Joya Tobias

Gamma Upsilon­California State University, Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA

The fa ll quarter was fun and productive for the sisters of the Gamma Upsilon Chapter. Members participated in the annual AIDS Walk-a-thon and raised hundreds of dollars for AIDS research . When school began, the chapter geared up for ru h, and welcomed seven new members. For Founder's Day, two National Staff members joined Gamma Upsilon's celebration. -Coco Korns pan

Gamma Upsilon sister's enjoy their Big Sister/Little Sister Night.

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Gamma Chi- William Paterson College Wayne,NJ

The ladies of the Gamma Chi Chapter participated in the university's annual Walk-a-thon, a lip sync contest, as well as an amateur night competition. The chapter held fund raisers for Pine Moun­tain Settlement School. Members planned a Thanksgiving dinner, secret sister party, and their annual formal. -Danielle Goleskie

Delta Alpha - Gannon University Erie, PA

The Delta Alpha Chapter focused on both community and campus activities during the fall semester. Fund raisers included a candy bar sale and selling Halloween treats called Hallow-grams. Members volunteered to help a family for the Christmas Angel Program and sat in cardboard boxes to raise money for the homeless. Other activities in­cluded the Heart Walk and sponsoring Tuesday Night Dinner, a free dinner offered to Gannon students. The chap­ter was proud of sister April Garret, who was accepted into the Peace Corp. -Shannon Murdie

Delta Beta- Fairmont State College Fairmont, WV

"Be All That You Can Be, Rush AST" was this year's rush theme for the ladies of the Delta Beta Chapter. Members participated in various events during Homecoming week and were proud to announce sister Marcie Long as the Homecoming candidate as well as si ter Tina Smith, who was also named to the court. The chapter focused on strength­ening sisterhood with uch activities a bowling, pizza parties, movie night, and a pot luck dinner to celebrate Founder's Day. Member were excited when the chapter received the 1998 Pre ident'

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done on campus. In addition, Delta Beta was proud to welcome Dr. Robert Mild as its new chapter advi er. -Melissa Higgins

Delta Delta- University of Illinois at Chicago Chicago, IL

The Delta Delta Chapter had a productive emester. In Augu t and September, the

chapter participated in the AIDS Walk and the Fight To Stop Dome tic Abuse Walk. In October, members went to a candlelight vigil to upport The Friend of Battered Women and Children. The chapter is happy to be financial stable a a result of two ucce sful fund raiser that included selling Affy Tapples and selling merchandi e to all the Greek orga­nization on campus. -Holly Larson

Delta Epsilon - Marist College Poughkeepsie, NY

On October 30, the Delta Ep ilon Chap­ter held its annual sleepover to celebrate National Founder's Day and to promote the special bond of sisterhood. The night began with a candlelight service and then followed with a buffet dinner. After

dinner, big isters had a chance to spend time with their little sister . The big and little si ters made the traditional new member cia s pillowcases, and little sis­ter also. Memory jar hold item that have a pecial meaning to both the big and little sister. -Andrea Weatherby

Delta Zeta - East Stroudsburg University East Stroudsburg, PA

The Delta Zeta Chapter participated in the university' Special Olympics. Mem­ber ponsored a tand where the ath­lete picked a lollipop and received a prize according to the color on the bot­tom of the stick. In October, the chapter held a Halloween party for the Pocono Parent of Down Syndrome children. Delta Zeta also held its bi-annual blood drive with the Theta Chi fraternity and ho ted a date party. In addition, mem­ber participated in the Parent' As ocia­tion Phone-a-thon. All proceed went to fund everal cholar hips and project on campu. -Amy Snoke

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Bethany Bastinelli ant Amy Baskar, Delta Zeta sisters, partici­pate in East Stroudsburg University's Greek Swim.

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Delta Eta- Belmont University Nashville, TN

The women of Delta Eta kicked off the year by ponsoring its second annual New Year's Party , a campus-wide event. Throughout rush week, the chapter's "Anchor's Away" theme was a big hit. The semester was filled with philanthropy events, ranging from vol­unteering at a circus to benefit the Nashville Humane Society to a Take Back the Night march to raise money for this year's Homecoming competi­tion . On the heels of it popular Hayride and Founder' Day banquet, the chap­ter added a new tradition, a Marcti Tau party for the entire campu . -Samantha Welch

Delta Theta - Moravian College Bethlehem, PA

"Sleepy Time Taus" and "A Day in Kindergarten" were the Delta Theta Chapter's two rush themes. In Novem­ber, sisters volunteered to help out with an Art Auction, which benefited the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired of Lehigh County. The chap­ter al o participated in a coat drive that ran hand-in-hand with the Lehigh Val­ley Alumnae Chapter. Coats were col­lected for the homele s and donated to the Lehigh Valley Conference of Churche . The chapter held its second retreatatAssi tantAdviser Kim Golden­Benner'shome.Membersenjoyedteam­building exercises, planned for the fu­ture, and had a ton of fun. -Melissa Kovatch

Delta Iota - Johnson and Wales University Providence, RI

The Delta Iota Chapter's new member process was full of great activities such as study hours with the sisters, nature walks at Purgatory Chasm, big sister/ little sister nights, weekly lessons,

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and interaction with isters. During this seven- to eight-week period, new mem­bers complete community service and fund-raising activities as well as a retreat with several sisters. The chapter enjoyed the "Wildcat Adventure" Homecoming parade theme. The university started a Unity Night, where three sororities gath­ered together to socialize and watch movies. - Kelley MacRae

Delta Kappa Colony -Nicholls State University Thibodaux, LA

It was all about sisterhood for the mem­bers of the Delta Kappa Colony. Mem­bers shared a float with another sorority during the Homecoming parade, intro­duced future freshman by giving tours on Colonel Day, and upported a sister in a local production. Three sisters were chosen as univer ity Orientation Leaders and one sister traveled to Texas for a chemistry contest. The chapter selected a new mascot -- the Dolphin.

- Tami Roche

Delta Lambda - Siena Heights College Adrian, Ml

The Delta Lambda Chapter enjoyed Hal­loween with chi ldren from the Adrian Community Nursery. Some sisters dressed up and a new member read a story to the children. For fund raising, sisters created handmade Christmas cards and sold them at Kapnick Or­chards for the Appleumpkin Festival in October. Greek Olympics was the first campus-wide event the chapter partici­pated in, and members passed out red ribbons for Alcohol Awareness Week. In addition, the colony helped put up decorations for the fust Toys for Tot Winter Ball. -Scarlet Glaros

Delta Mu - Cumberland University Lebanon, TN

The Delta Mu Chapter became the only National Sorority at Cumberland Uni­versity in Lebanon, Tenn. on Novem­ber 21. The fall semester was busy for the chapter. Members held a car wash the fust Sunday they were back in school. Rush was a succes , and sis­ters welcomed eight new members to their sisterhood. During September, the chapter started its philanthropy project which was visiting after-school children at Byer's Dowdy Elementary School. Sisters sold bags of candy for Halloween and participated with Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity in the commu­nity-wide Trick or Treat night. -Hallie Parton

Delta Nu Colony -Beloit College Beloit, WI

The Delta Nu Colony worked hard to make strides toward becoming a chap­ter. One of the most memorable mo­ments was the training weekend. Nancy Tyberski and Debi Py zka led the train­ing and helped with the ribbon and pin pledging ceremonies. The colony held three rush events which ranged from ghost takes and s'more to dinner and art nights. In conjunction with the Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity , the member hosted a haunted hou e for ctisadvan­taged kids from the Merrill Community Center in Beloit, Wis. UPDATE: Delta Nu was installed on AprillO, 1999. -lnga Smith

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Baltimore Chapter Baltimore, MD

The Baltimore Chapter had a successful fund-raiser selling cookie dough, cel­ebrated Founder's Day at a local restau­rant, viewed the new Pine Mountain Settlement School slides, and for a group called 'Dateable'-- a non-profit organiza­tion sponsoring social event for the handicapped. In December, the chapter inducted their new members and held a holiday cookie swap. Two alumnae at­tend the RL W in York, Pa. and ix members attended Beta Mu's 20th Anni­versary Banquet in Salisbury, Maryland. At the banquet, Beta Mu announced the creation of a new award named after a Baltimore Alumnae Chapter member -­the Adele Black Award. The award will be given out every fall to the mo t helpful and supportive alumna. All in all , the Baltimore Chapter was very busy! - Clare Colgrove

Buffalo Chapter Buffalo, NY

Si ters of the Buffalo Alumnae Chapter took their annual mystery trip last June, which included a tour to the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens featuring twelve Victorian greenhouse and a rainfore t. In July, the chapter traveled to the Long Beach, Ontario, home of Dorthea Porter for a family beach party picnic. Thi has been a tradition for over

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Buffa lo Alumnae members enjoy the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens on their annual Mystery Trip.

thirty years. The chapter i ad to report that Dorthea died in September. In Oc­tober, representatives from the Boy and Girl Club of Buffalo poke on how the chapter could assi t them. The chapter sold Entertainment books for their fund rai ser. Founder's Day wa celebrated with a luncheon where they collected boxes of pre ents from member for children who attend the Boy and Girl Club. -Liz Maerten

Centerville-Manassas Chapter Manassas, VA

TheCenterville-Mana a AlumnaeChap­ter has been very bu y. In September, everyone brought a di h for a potluck

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Chapter get ready fo r "Fun Night" at the

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dinner. The food wa great and there wa a lot of fun catching up after the ummer. The chapter celebrated Founder'.

Day with a la agna lunch at a member' home. After lunch, the traditional Candle­lighting ceremony wa held and everyone received a Centennial bookmark a a favor Lisa Kardara was pre en ted with a yellow rose to recognize her appointment a Alum­nae Affiliation Program Chairman. Mem­bers attended the Panhellenic pl ay, 'Stardu t', in March. The play i a fund­rai erforthePanhellenicScholar hipFund. Plan for the pring include a program on banking service and a cookout in May. - Diane Underwood

Detroit-Northeast Chapter Detroit, Ml

The September meeting of the Detroit Northeast Suburbs Alumnae Chapter fea­tured a review of Convention' Fun Night, which the chapter pon ored. Since Con vention was o clo e, many member at­tend for either the whole Con vention or for a part of it (Fun Night, the Banquet, etc). In October, it wa announced that Karen Cooper wa voted the chapter' Top Tau. For Founder's Day, i ter enjoyed plit­ting their time between two different eel ebration -- one with the Yp ilanti- nn Arbor Alumnae Chapter and one with the Beta Chapter. The chapter held a Holida} Party complete with Secret Pal' . New thi year, wa a "Dog/Cat Shower" to benefit

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Michigan Anti-Cruelty Society. The chapter i very excited about Founder' Day 1999 and the plans for the 1 OOth year celebration ! All Michigan colle­giate chapter and alumnae are invited to a celebration at McKenny Union in Yp ilanti - on the Eastern Michigan Uni versity campu . The date is o­vember 6, 1999 at noon. Contact Kathy Baecker for more info rmation. - Karen Cooper

Erie Chapter Erie, PA

Kitty Kramer, Debbie Carter, and Cind i Hawe traveled to Ypsilanti , MI fo r the National Convention, which constituted 100% attendance fo r the Erie lumnae Chapter. Kitty wa recogni zed for the three-year Convention Belle Award, and Debbie and Cindi each received five­yearConventionBelle Awards. InJul y, along with their families, the chapter cleaned Route 430 fo r a philanthropy proj ect. In October, the chapter wa pleased to reunite over lunch with fom1er Erie Alumnae member orma Black­Brown chapter consultant. The Delta Alpha Chapter ho ted Founder's Day at the Pufferbe lly Re taurant in E rie . - Debbie Carter

Frederick/Hagerstown Chapter Hagerstown, MD

I n Septe mb e r , th e Frede ri ck­Hager town Alumnae Chapter held a fall rush barbecue event which brought three new member to the chapter. A a philanthropy project, a holiday re-gift party was held in early December. Mem­ber brought gifts they once received and were wi lling to give away to a needy cau e . The chapter also col­lected donations for a local Toys fo r Happine campaign duri ng the Chri st­

mas season . - Jayci Sha w Duncan

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Sisters from the Greater Chicago Alumnae Chapter and their Mom's participate in the Y-Me Breast Cancer Walk for Mother's Day.

Greater Chicago Chapter Chicago, IL

The chapter began the year in August with a Hi sto rical Boat Tour of the Chi ­cago Ri ve r a nd L a ke Mi c h iga n . Founder' Day featured the chapter's fi r t attempt at gourmet cooking. The night centered on fo ndue-- cheese fo n­due with great French bread and choco­late fo ndue with pineapple, pound cake, pretzel , and strawberries . The phi lan­thropy chair created a quarterly plan fo r the chapter focusing on giving th rough­out the year. In one quarter, the chapter will donate items to a local food pantry, the next quarter to National Headquar­ter or Pine Mountain, the next to a local charity (Y-Me Brea t Cancer Group), and the final quarter to be decided on by each member. Each member will make a donation to an organization they up­port. The group adopted a CEDA family fo r the holiday and provided food for the fami ly, and clothes and toys fo r the children. Other activitie included movie night, Local Founder' Day celebration, and Y-Me BreastCancerWalkwith their Moms on Mother's Day. The chapter initiated its ftr talumnaeaffi liated, Mich­elle Meyer . - Kris Haskin

Harrisburg Chapter Harrisburg, PA

In August, the chapter had it annual fami ly picnic at the home and enjoyed an afternoon of volleybal l and wim­ming. To ra ise fund to upport the chapter's acti vi tie , the chapter old Tupperware and Yankee Candle fo r Christmas. The e prove to be succe -fu l and make fund-rai ing ea y for the small chapter. From Septemberthrough early December, si ter sent anony­mou note and small gift to ecret sisters. One of the chapter' philan­thropy project was prepari ng Hallow­een Treat bags for children at the Inter­fa ith Shelter in Harri burg. Without the chapter's donation, the e children would not receive Hall oween treat . In addi­ti on to celebrating Fou nder' Day, the Harrisburg Chapter held a Chri tma luncheon with each ister being a cov­ered di h to hare. Secret Si ter were revealed at the Chri tma party. The chapter wa plea ed to announce that it pre ident, Colleen Shae Koller, wa al o awarded Top Tau.

Indianapolis Chapter Indianapolis, IN

Shirley Gilbert, Rochelle Hargis, Ingrid Childs and Barb Heeb attended the Ypsilanti-Ann Arbor Convention. Barb was named Top Tau and received the Yellow Rose Award . The chapter achieved the Emerald Anchor Level for Chapter Excellence. September began with a Rummage Sale and an annual luncheon . Members visited the Ben­jamin Harri son Home for the 'Gown of the First Ladies' display and held a Game Ni ght. The chapter was plea ed to receive new of ribbon pinning for the new Delta Xi Colony at Valparai o University. Shirley Gilbert, Indianapo­lis Alumnae Chapter Pre ident, and Rochelle Hargi , ational Expansion Assistant, worked hard in this effort. The chapter participated in a Panhellenic Gift Wrap during the holiday sea on, but were happy to not be chairing the event again. The chapter continue support for Pine Mountain, and con­tribute to the Day Spring Center. - Pam Legg

Lehigh Valley Chapter Allentown, PA

TheLehigh ValleyChapterwa plea ed to have Tracy Bond represent them at the ational Convention. A new philan­thropic project wa instituted -- an community-wide coat drive. This new project was a team effort with Delta Theta Chapter, Moravian College. It was a sensational first endeavor with over 200 coat collected in a few hort week . In addition, the chapter partici­pated in its holiday philanthropy project of adopting a family from the area fo r the holiday . The chapter gathered at a local re taurant for a Founder's Day celebration , a well as gathered fo r monthly meeting and outing . A new tradition was attempted -- an alumnae leepover wa ancelled twice due to evere ice torm . Maybe next year!

- Kimberly Golden Benner

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Lowell Chapter Lowell, MA

After a long ummer break, the Lowell Alumnae Chapter got back to bu ine in Octoberdi cu ingConvention,andplan­ning the re t of the year. Founder' Day wa honored with a celebration fo llow­ing the bu ine meeting. The chapter held an alumnae weekend get-away in March . For philanthropy, the chapter agai n donated baby item to contribute to a baby hower pon ored by the Preg­nancy Care Center. In addition to con­tinuing to support the Beta Tau Chapter at UMa s Lowell , everal of the Lowell Alumnae Chapter i ter helped with col­legiate chapter expan ion in the area. Several alumnae attended the Pin Pledg­ingof theGarnma Delta Colony at UMa Dartmouth and the chapter looks for­ward to working with Gamma Delta in the future. -Sandy Ames

Metro-Atlanta Social Team Atlanta, GA

The ocial team wa repre ented at the 1998 convention and presented it crap­book there. The year began with a "Summer Spla h" gathering in July. Si -ter and their familie enjoyed a day on the deck and Balderda h inside when

the raw truck. In October, Debbie Bonarninio-- a sociateddirectorof tu­dent life at LaGrange College and long­time friend of AST-- wa initiated a an alumnae affiliate. New and familiar i ter met for Founder' Day at Rio

Bravo re taurant. In February, si ter participated in an expansion pre enta­tion at Oglethorpe Univer ity in Atlan ta and are very excited about a i ting the new colony there thi fall. Several member attended Panhellenic event of behalf of AST, and attended the SEPC profe ional' luncheon along with A T ational Vice Pre ident Melinda

Oate.

-Lisa McCoy

Philadelphia Chapter Philadelphia, PA

The September meeting of the Philadel­phia Alumnae Chapter kicked off with a luncheon planning meeting and wim party . In October, the chapter cel­ebrated it 68th Anniver ary with pe­cialgue t from LaSalleUniver ity,and Dori Boe from Tenn. Loi O'Dell wa honored for being named Top Tau and a Tru tee of AST. Becky Rook re­ceived the Yellow Ro e Award for er-

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ational Vice Pre idellf Melinda Oate . Debbie Bonaminio, and Li a Professional 'Luncheon in tlanta.

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speaker. Carol' topic was 'Anchored for Life'. A Candlelighting ceremony clo ed the meeting. The chapter celebrated Founder' Day at the Old York Road Country Club. Jeanna Sanitate and Loi O'Dell gave the convention reports. -Rebecca Rooks

PhoenixNalley of the Sun Club Phoenix, AZ

Member enjoyed many activities in the econd half of 1998. In June, a meeting

was held at Paradise Bakery and Cafe in Paradise Valley. In July, the chapter had a social meeting in Scottsdale with spou es and other adult guests. The group enjoyed getting acquainted and reminiscing about college day . At the October meeting, it wa announced that Chaplain , Lisa Webb, and Treasurer, Dawn Turpin, would travel to the Gamma Up ilon Chapter at Califor­nia State University, Los Angele , to as­sist the collegians with their Founder's Day ob ervation. The chapter ob erved Founder's Day with a Candlelighting cer­emony that included special gue t, Lucille McGlynn of the Sigma Chapter, Buffalo State, who now re ides in Sun City. At the age of 91 -- and having pledged AST in 1928 --Lucille has been a member for 70 years. The chapter thoroughly enjoyed her accounts of college days and an early career in interior design. She till shares hertalents, giving helpful decorating hints to her friends in Sun City. -Karen Anderson

Southern Colorado Chapter Colorado Springs, CO

The Southern Colorado Social Team cel­ebrated Founder's Day with lunch at the Montague's Tea Room, Colorado Springs. It was a time of reflection and fun for Virginia Kerin (Psi '51), Jan Norman ( u '59), Grace Riester (Pi '47) and Barbara Smith (Iota '54). Possible future activi­

ties were discussed for the group.

-Grace Riester

THE ANCHOR - Spring/Summer 1999

Members of the Phoenix/Val/ey ofthe

Sun Alumnae Club enjoy Founder's Day

with special guest Lucille Mitchell

McGlynn (Sigma, '28)- seated in

center.

St. Louis Chapter St. Louis, M I

The St. Louis Alumnae Chapter was well repre ented at National Convention with Melanie Foster, president, as the official delegate, and Carolyn Alexander, Nancy Cook, Nancy Speed D'Arcy, Kathy Kennedy, Janet Ulrich, Melissa Saykes, and Maria Vanella also in attendance. The summer's activities included a visit to Our Little Haven where the chapter contributed items needed for mv babies and preschool children. Members gath­ered for a swim party and barbecue in August and took part in a spirited gift exchange. At all of the meetings, members take part in contributing to the Convention Fund by do­nating toward attendance prizes. Nancy Cook has donated an afghan (to be awarded later), proceeds will be placed in the chapter's Convention Fund. Surprises await members at each meeting. Founder's Day was cel­ebrated with Beta Eta, Southern lllinois Uni­versity at Edwardsville. The collegiate chap­ter arranged the event at a country club in Granite City. Member 'crossed over the river' to attend. Some of the St. Loui alumnae member helped in tall the Beta Eta chapter more than twenty-five years ago! -Mary Lou Fondren Scott

Ypsilanti-Ann Arbor Ypsilanti, Ml

The Ypsilanti-AnnArborChapterco-ho ted the National Convention and Centennial Celebration. The chapter provided the formal banquet and candlelighting favor , but mo t of their effort centered on the "Spirit of Alpha Sigma Tau" play, which they wrote and produced . At Con ention, the chapter received the Anchor Award and the Philanthropy Award. Marilyn Chri ty received the Alumnae Convention Top Tau and Joyce Berg received the collegiate ad­viser award. Founder' Day wa celebrated at the Ladie Literary Club of Yp ilanti Hou e where live yellow ro e and ceramic yellow rose were given to the collegian and pledge members. The chapter' fund rai er consi ted of a Chri tma Around the World party and a great hot tub party. Two hundred dollars were rai ed! Philanthropy projects include Pine Mountain and a per­sonal hygiene product drive for Fir t Step Women's Shelter, a Ladie Per onal Pam­pering day of make-up and hair dre i ng for the e ladies. The chapter will be donating a chapter gift to Sienna Height in honor of their initiation as well a the annual Chri t­

mas gift to the Alpha Chapter.

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President Emerita Carri e Washburne Staehl e, Alpha

National Staff National Headquarters 1929 Canyon Road Birmingham, AL 352 16-1 723 Phone: (205) 978-2 179 FAX: (205) 978-2 182 Office Hours: 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. CST

AST National Homepage www.alphasigmatau.org

Headquarters Administrator Lenore Seibel King, Psi

National President -Martha Drouyor DeCamp, Alpha, 2793 1 NE 4th Place Redmond. WA 98053

National Vice President - Melinda Henry Oates , Gamma Gamma, 7794 Old Mt. Olive Rd . Gardendale, AL 3507 1

National Secretary -Sonda Ruholl Clock in , Beta Pi, 2 Durell Dr, Kankakee, IL 6090 I sc/ocksi11 @alphasigmatau.org

National Treasurer -Andrea Kl ein-Yancho, Beta Xi, 69-B Locust St ., Assonet, MA 02702 akleii1)11nd10@alphasigmataLLorg

Director of Collegiate Chapters -Ricki Bargman Trosen, Alpha Sigma 904 Kings Rd . Kirksv ille, MO 63501 rtrosen@alphasigmatau.org

Director of Alumnae -Patri cia Lynn ay le, Phi, 12002 Hastings Green, Houston , TX 77065 pnayle@alphasigmatau.org

Director of Expansion - Lara Eli zabeth Cega la, Psi, 13620 Waterhou e Way, Orlando, FL 32828 lcegala@pegasus.cc.ucfedu

Director of Fraternity Programs -TeLoa Holder Butler, Rho, 1224 W. Beech Durant , OK 74701 drinan4 netscape. net

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Director of Publications - Patri cia Klausing Simmons, Delta, 29 1 Locu t St. Indiana, PA 1570 1 psinvnons@alphasifS! natmLorg

Academics Coordinator - Concetta Go weiler

hipp, Chi, PO Box 254 Hamilton, VA 20 159

Alumnae Expansion Shirley M. Gilbert , 8 123 Bromley Place Indianapoli s, I 462 19

THEA CHOR Editor - Kimberly Golden Benner. Beta Epsilon, 2 17 Murray Dr. Allentown, PA 18104 akabe1111er@jast. net

THE ANCHOR Alumnae Editor -Sandra Marie Arne , Beta Tau, 14 19 Pleasant St. Ea t Weymouth , MA 02 189 sames32 @aol. com

THE ANCHOR Collegiate Editor -Diane Schmelzel, Beta Pi, 1569 Beacon St. #44. , Brookline, MA 02446

A wards Coordinator ­Carol Jean Cooper, Zeta Tau, PO Box 12 189, Winston-Salem, C 27 117

Chaplain - Emily Ashby Mcintire, Alpha Lambda, 1940 Seven Oaks Dr. , Morri stown, T 378 14 me intire@ usir.ner

Colony Adviser -Mari a . (Tonette) Blackwell , Gamma Gamma, 68 Crow est Cir. , Decatur, M 39327

Colony Ad viser -Tracy Bond , Zeta 135 lith St. #2 ,

llentown, PA 18 102

Convention Coordina­tor - Stac i Jimi on Wedermyer, lora, 16 12

W Chel ea Dri e #3 , Topeka, K 66604

Convention Coordina­tor- Kri tin Lynn Ha kin,

45 Betty Drive rlington Ht ., IL 60004

krisa.w aol.com

THE CREST Editor ­Mari a L.D. Vanella. Beta Psi. 9737 Brittleigh Ter.

t. Loui , MO 63 123 bunybread2 @aol. com

Collegiate Expansion - Christi na Duggan Covi ngton, Alpha Lambda 55 Prescott St, # 1, ewtonvill e. M 02460 CCOlingron@a/phasigJJJ£dcuwrg

Collegiate Expan ion

Financial ssi tant -Teena Marie John on, Alpha Gamma 3403 Price ve. Bryant, R 72022

Hi torian - Tina Tay lor chmiedel, Beta Xi 363 1 Shangri La Point Rd., Oshko h, WI 54904

Housing -

Member hip ­Jenni fe r Leigh Gaab, Beta Mu, 4537 1 Corte Progre so Temecul a, CA 92592 gaab @mailexcire.com

Music - Heather C. Frankhouser P.O. Box 152 Centerport , Pa 1951 6

Nominations -Rochelle . Hargi , Alpha Alpha, 1509 . Ewing St. , lndianapoli , IN 4620 1 RAHargis2@juno.com

NPC Delegate -

NPC Alternate Delegate - Carolyn Conner le ander, Pi 632 Potomac St. Loui , MO 563 139

NPC Alternate Delegate - Cynth ia McCrory, Alpha Alpha 8634 E. MacKe zie Dri e

cott dale, Z 5251 CRMcCrory@aol. com

PC Alternate Delegate - Chri tina Duggan Co ington,Aipha Lambda 55 Pre ott t, # I,

ev t n ill , M 0~460 CCOFingt011 alplmignlfdalwrg

Parliamentarian -nne Curran Gruber,

Alpha 5 12 Pine Land Dr, E. Ada, Ml 4930 I kumon2 @aol.com

Philanthropy - Robin Burrough Davi , Zeta Tau Box 15 14

ew London. H 0 257 rda vis@ kear.td net.com

Pledge - Kathy Puli ce Baecker. Theta 18667 . Oak Ct. Clinton Twp .. MI 4 038 Kathy. Baecker@moa.net

Publicity - Wendy Bu ard Sybert , Gamma Thera 478 1 Bl ue Church Rd. Sunbury. OH 43874

Regional Collegiate Coordinator #1 -Mary Ell en Wi ll mitch, Alpha Rho 195 1 Penny Lane Young town, OH 44515 aust_mw@access.ohio.gov

Regional Collegiate Coordinator #2 -Amy DuPree. Alpha Xi Box I 18. Central ve. Avi , PA 1772 1 ajdupree@microserve.net

R egional Collegiate Coordinator #3 -Kel ly Kl ine Duke, Beta Xi, 475 evada Frankfort , IL 60423 dukek@rh. wl.com

RL W - Li a Leffer Webb, Beta Pi 11 6 1 . Jo hua Tree Ln. Gilbert, AZ 85234 toothdr8@aol. com

Rush - Elaine Martin­Kneebone 70 1 W. ycamore, #_7 Fayetteville, R 72703 efm02 @ camp. ua rk. edu

Alumnae Affiliation Program Chairman -Li a Di andro Kardara . Psi, - 1_2 . Hampton Dr. nnandale, 2200

District Presidents Alpha - Lisa-Marie Cox Frederick , Beta Xi 6024 Prince Lane Clark ton. Ml 48346 norm @powerpictures.com

Beta - Michelle Jaguti Eldridge. Beta Xi 3332 Regency Dri ve Orion. MI 4 359 deldridg@jlash.net

Gamma - Lynn Warner Mona, Delta 45 12 Florence ve. pt C. Mechanic burg, PA 17055

Delta - Gi na Truci ll o Pintar, Beta Upsilon 520 Herrick Drive Dover, J 07 0 I GPintar@aol. com

Ep ilon - de le Lynn Black. Beta Mu 253 1 Lodge Fore t Dr. Baltimore, MD 21219

Zeta - Cynthia G. Ea on­Manning, Alpha Sigma 43 We ton Ct. St. Charles. MO 63303

Eta -

Theta - Anna Mcl nto h Go lladay, Chi 11 8 E Main St. Bldg. G Boyce, VA 22620

Iota - Kathleen Will iam Kennedy, Alpha Delta 204 Kimberly Lane

t. Peter , MO 63376

Kappa - nnette Bra ko. Alpha Gamma Rt. I Box 94

tuttgart , AR 72 160 jabra ko@hotmail.com

Lambda - Erica Lenz Paple , Alpha Pi 22 1 Elm treet

lippery Rock, P 160-7

Mu - Jenni fe r Kemmery. Delta 6 132-D Green Meado\\ Pw Baltim re, 10 _I ~09

u - Mi h I Brimi II. Beta P i I I I 4 . Kedzie Gartl n

pt. hicago. IL 606::

Xi - Jenn ifer Whit>. Delta Beta Rt. I Bo" 151 -Bridg port. \\'\' _6330

TH ~ A H R - c pnng Summ 'l I '

Omicron - Kelly Park, Chi, 13069 Open Hearth Way, Germantown , MD 20874

Pi - Laura Loffler Fuller Alpha Lambda 12522 Great Park Cir. #304 Germantown. MD 20876

Rho - Stephanie Jadlowiec Etter, Beta Phi 1430 For ythe St. Pitt burgh, PA 152 12

Sigma - Dana Bortz, Gamma Lambda 36 N Third Street Emmaus, PA 18049

Tau - Heide-Marie Bli , Alpha Omicron, 95 Beekman Ave. # 302-A Sleepy Hollow. NY I 059 1 hbliss@lawlib. law.pace.edu

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Phi - Rhonda Denni on, Gamma Th era, 3E Lockbury Ct. Germantown, MD 20874

Chi - Dawn Fitzgerald, Delta, 70 1-B S Church t. Monroe, C 28 1 12

Special Appointments Centennial Coordinator - Charl otte Evans Floyd, Psi, 11 0 1 S. Arlington Ridge Rd . #3 16 Arlington, VA 22202

Colony Educator Chair - Johanna Lohnnan, 2154 Evan Ct. , # 102 Fall Church, VA 22043

Colony Educator -Kelly Baggett Levenson, Gamma Gamma 38632 II th Ave. Zephyrhyill , FL 33540

Colony Educa tor ­Nancy Tybur ki , Beta Xi, W6J N4 19 Wa hington Ave, Cedarburg, WI 530 12

Colony Educator ­Elizabeth Davis, Alpha Lambda 90 Curti s Street San Franci co, CA 94 l 12

Colony Educator ­Carrie Bender 560 Pl ai nfie ld Ave . Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922

M ilestone Anniversa ry Chairman - Pamela Emory Vulmer, Beta Mu , 1908 tone Cas tle Dr. evern , MD 2 11 44

PconelaE Vukmeer@aexp.COin

Webmaster -

Foundation Alpha Sigma Tau National Founda tion, Inc. - 1929 Canyon Rd ., Birmingham, L 352 16 205-978-2 179

President - Lenore eibel King, Psi

1845 Lakeridge Rd ., Birmingham, AL 352 16

Board Member ­Meda Ray Elliott Sewell , Omicron 654 1 Willi amsbu rg Bl vd . Arlington, VA 222 13

1st Vice President -Gail Shockley Fowler. Alpha Lambda 5848 ](jl bi rn ie Drive Sa lisbu ry , MD 2 180 1

2nd Vice President -Julie Bell Bruington, lora, 13 18 W. Beech l ndependence, K 6730 1

Secreta ry - Charl otte Evan Floyd, Psi 11 0 1 S. Arlington Ridge Rd. #3 16 Arlington , VA 22202

T reasurer - Rose Mari e Schmidt, Th era 2 1359 Boxwood Ct. Farmington, Ml 48336

A wa rds, Schola rships, Grant - Meli ssa Friesen Park , Beta Xi 654 7 Cedar Ridge Loveland, OH 45 140

Effi e E. Lyma n Academic Loan -

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Board of Trustees Chai rma n - Anna Margaret Young Rhodes, Psi, 1257 In lynn view Rd . Virginia Beach. VA 233454

T rustee - Carri e Wa hburne taehle,Aipha 11 354 Bloomington Way Dublin , CA 94568

Trustee - Mary Loui se Mandrea Doyle, Thera , 3208 Patrick Henry Dr. Fall s Church, VA 22044

Trustee - Bobbie ichols Tucker, Alpha

Gamma I 009 Fawnwood Rd . Little Rock, AR 72227

Trustee - Loi Schweikart O'Dell , Lambda 222 W. Tabor Rd ., Philadelphia, PA 19 120

Trustee -

Collegiate Chapters Alpha, Eastern M ichigan University 130 N. Normal, Yp il anti, MI 48 197 3734-485-7429 CA Joyce Berg 15 132 Houghton Li vonia, MI 48 154-48 16

Beta, Cent ral M ichigan University 107 W. Gaylord Mt. Plea ant, Ml 48858

5 17-773-7725 CA Catherine Janson 14 17 Andre Mt. Pleasant, Ml 48858- 19 11

Delta, India na Univer­sity of Pennsylvania Indiana, PA CA Cathie DePa quale 11 5 North Ave. Indiana, PA 1570 1

Zeta, Lock Haven Uni versity of Pennsylvania Lock Haven, PA CA Coll een Stiening 123 Fleming Ave. Lock Haven, PA 17745-398 1

Omicron, Concord College Athens, WV

A Sall y Lambert 9 Pinev iew Park, Box 424 Athens, WV 247 12

Rh o, Southeastern Okla homa State Uni versity Durant, OK ACA Tara Peebles 1203 . 19th Durant, OK 740 1

Sigma, Sta te University College at Buffalo Bu ffa lo, Y CA Anna Pollina 75 Ed mund t. Bu ffalo, Y 14227- 1803

Zeta Tau, Longwood College Farm ville. VA CA Tamm y Gingrass 700 E. 2nd St. , Farm vill e, VA 2390 1

Upsilon University of Central Arka nsas Conway , AR CA Mari anna Fen·ari 126 hamrock Conway, AR 72032

Phi, Southeastern Louisia na University SLU 128 11 Hammond, LA 70402 CA Deborah Melancon 73246 Pruden Rd. Covi ngton, LA 70435-7347

Chi , Shepherd College Shepherd town, WV CA Anna Goll aday 11 8 E. Mai n St. , Bldg. D Boyce, VA 22620

Psi, J a mes Madison ni versity

AST-JM U, Tay lor Rm. 233, 800 S. Main St. , Harri sonburg, VA 22807 ACA Li sa Knight RR2, Box 446 Grottoe. VA 2444 1-9334

Alpha Gamma, Henderson State Uni versity HSU, Box57 11 , Arkadelphia, AR 7 1999 CA yla Avant 1204 Evan St. Arkadelphia, AR 7 1923

Alpha Epsilon, Western Ill inois ni versity I Poll ock Dr. Macomb, lL 6 1455 309-837-42 11 CA Jana Bas ler 206 Stud. Rec. Ctr. , WIU Macomb, I L 6 1455

Alpha Lambda, Radford Uni versity Radford , VA CA Allen Bure 7547 edar Grove Ln . Radford , VA 24 141 -3239

Alpha Mu, niversity of Arkan a at Monticello PO Box 2 194, UAM Monticello, AR 71 656 CA Marsha Clayton 726 . Siemon #25 Monticell o, AR 7 1655

Alpha Xi, Mansfi eld niversity of

Penn ylvania Mansfi eld , PA CA andra Brant 24 College Ave. Man fie ld , PA 16933

Alpha Omicron, Clarion University of Pennsylvania Clari on. PA CA Suzznne P. Jobb 108 Wil on Clari on, PA 162 14- 1722

Alpha Pi, Slippery Rock Univer ity of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock. PA Slippery Rock, PA 16057

Alpha Tau, Edinboro niversity of

Pennsylva nia Edinboro. PA CA Mary Campbell 543 1 Linden Ave. Edinboro, PA 164 12- 1436

Alpha Phi, We t Chester University of Penn ylvania We t Che ter. PA CA Danielle Weinberg 300 E. Evans St. P-2 6 Wet Che ter, P 193 0

Beta Delta, Duque ne University Pitt burgh, PA

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Beta Epsilon, Shippensburg Univer­sity of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA CA Linda Price 9892 McCreary Rd. Shippensburg, PA 17257-9285

Beta Eta, Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville Edwardsvi lle, IL CA Kira Zaverl Grabowshi 832 East Lake Dr. Edwardsvi lle, IL 62025

Beta Theta, St. Mary's University San Antonio, TX ACA Beth Ann Shepard 107 Harmon Dr. San Antonio , TX 78209

Beta Iota , Millersville University of Pennsylvania Mi llersvi lle, PA CA Mary Weber 917 Prospect St. Lancaster, PA 17603-5843

Beta Mu, Salisbury State University Sali bu ry, MD CA Li nda Barne PO Box 65 4806 Laurie Ln Woolford, MD 21677

Beta Nu, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania 371 Lightstreet Rd., Bloomsburg, PA 178 15 717-784-0666 CA Peter Bohling Dept. of Economics, BU Bloomsburg , PA 17815

Beta Xi , Michigan Technical University 916CollegeAve., Houghton , MI 49931 906-482-6204 CA Michelle Donofrio 334 Morri on Ave.

ewton Fa ll s, OH 44444-1429

Beta Pi , Eastern Illinois University 1009 Greek Ct. , Charle ton , IL 61920 217-581 -6745

A Debi chaljo 1344 Lincoln Hwy Rd., Lerna , IL 63440

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Beta Tau, University of Massachusetts at Lowell Lowell, MA CA Patric iann Zebroski 30 Chestn ut Hi ll Rd. Chelmsford , MA 01824

Beta Upsilon, New Jersey Institute of Technology

eward , J

Beta Phi , California University of Pennsylvania California , PA

Beta Chi , Ferris State University Big Rapids, Mi CA Tracy Martin 400 Hickory ut Dr. Waterford. MI 48327

Beta Omega, Monmouth University West Long Branch , J CA Deanna Campbell 33 Poll y Way Midd letown, J 07748

Gamma Gamma , University of West Alabama PO Box 1403 Livingston, AL 35470 CA eldra Spencer PO Box 690 Liv ingston, AL 35470-0690

Gamma Epsilon , State University of New York at Potsdam 10 Bay St., Potsdam, NY 13676-2294 CA Laurel Sharmer IO BaySt. Potsdam , 13676-2294

Gamma Zeta, Frostburg State University Frostburg , MD CA Sarah Regan 42 Washington St. Frostburg, MD 21532

Gamma Theta , Pennsylvania State University/ Behrend Coll ege Erie , PA

Gamma Iota, York College York , PA CA Marcy mith Box 58 Abbott town, PA 17301

Gamma Lambda, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown , PA CA Kathleen Dolgo Kutztown University Kutztown , PA 18530

Gamma Mu, West Virginia Institute of Technology Montgomery, WV CA Heather Tanner Walker , PO Box 396 Dixie, WV25059

Gamma Nu, Waynesburg College Waynesburg , PA

Gamma Xi, Grand Valley tate Univer ity Allendale , MI CA Anne Curran Gruber 512 Pine Land Dr. , SE Ada , MI 49301-9119

Gamma Pi, Lycoming College William port. PA CA Robert Van Voor t Box 62 , LC William port , PA 17701

Gamma Rho, Seton Hall University 400 S. Orange Ave . South Orange, J 07079 CA Joy Condon Brown PO Box 384 Florham Park , J 07932-0384

Gamma Tau, Lebanon Valley College Annville , PA

Gamma Upsilon , California State University, Los Angeles Lo Angeles. CA CA Tora Brown 1815 Sherington Pl. #V 113

ewport Beach , CA 92663

Gamma Chi , William Patterson College Wayne , J CA Joanne DePasquale 219 Pompton Rd . Ha ledon , J 07508

Gamma Omega, LaSalle University LSU-AST 20th St. . & Olney Ave. Box 628 Philadelphia, PA 19141 CA Maribeth Inver o 343 Lincoln Ave. Cherry Hill , J 08002

Delta Alpha, Gannon University Erie , PA CA Katherine Kramer 422 Stafford Ave. Erie , PA 16508-1766

Delta Beta, Fairmont Sta te College Fairmont, WV 26554 CA Ro emary Thoma 1300 Locu t Ave . Fairmont , WV 26554

Delta Delta, University of Illinoi at Chicago Chicago,IL C Li aSmola 6935 Golf View Country ide , IL 60525

Delta Epsilon , Marist Coll ege 290 orth Rd . Poughkeep ie , Y 12601 CA Karen Oloff on 110 Bermuda Blvd . Poughkeep ie. Y 12603

Delta Zeta, East Stroudsburg niversity Ea t Stroudsburg, PA CA Teri Hay 430 King St. E. troud burg , PA 18301

Delta Eta , Belmont University PO Box 121435

a hville , 37212 ACASynthia oble 938 Evan Rd .

a hville, 37204-4034

Delta Theta, Moravian College 1200 Main St. Bethlehem, P 18018 C Jennifer Drey 556 Chel ea Ln .

llentown , P 18104

Delta Iota, J ohn on and Wale Univer ity Pro idence, RI

Pat Marion 6 later e . Lincoln , RI Q_ 65

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Delta Kappa Colony, Nicholls State University

SU Box 2611 Thibodaux, LA 70310

Delta Lambda, Siena Heights College 1247 E. Siena Height Dr. Adrian, MI 4922 1 CA Jennifer Schreer 1247 E. Siena Height Dr. Adrian. MI 49221

Delta Mu, Cumberland University Lebanon, TN CA Pace Pope CU , One Cumberland Sq . Lebanon , T 370 13

Delta Nu, Beloit College 700 College St., Box 509 Beloit, WI 53511

Delta Xi Colony, Valparaiso University 313 Scheele Hall Valaparai o , I 46382

Delta Omicron Colony, North Carolina Wesleyan College Box 3151 Rocky Mount , C 27804

Gamma Delta Colony, UMASS - Dartmouth

orth Dartmouth , MA CA Michelle underland 65 Luca St.

ew Bedford , MA 02744

Alumnae Associations Arizona Phoenix (Valley of the Sun) Club Ginny Creager , Ph.D. 13659 . 71 t Dr. Peoria , Z 853 1-5093 602-979-3476 Dr VCreager@aol .com

Arkan a outhea t Arkan a

Alumnae Social Team Cry tal Cook tanfield 13 1 B . Mail Rte . Rd. Little Rock , R 72_06 501- -7669

H R - pring/ umm r I Q

Southern Colorado Social Team Grace Riester 1306 Alexander Colorado Springs, CO 80909-2920

Florida Orlando Hope Group Lara Cegala 130 Fairway Pointe Cir. Orlando, FL 32828 407-249-5970 /cegala@ pegasus. cc. ucfedu

Georgia Metro Atlanta Social Team Li a G. McCoy PO Box 957932 Duluth , GA 30095 770-409-83 15 /gmccoy @mindspring.com

Illinois Edwardsville Chapter Karen Wa er 61 5 State St. Wood Ri ver, IL 62095 618-25 1-2093

Greater Chicago Chapter Kri Ha ki n 3345 Betty Dr. Arlington Ht ., IL 60004 847-520-3054 krisasr@aol.com

Indiana Fort Wayne Club Linda Ro e Pul ver 1009 S. Van Buren St. Auburn , IN 46706

Indianapoli Chapter Shi rley Gilbert 8123 Bromley Place Indianapoli , IN 462 19 3 17-897-3894

Muncie Chapter Kathryn Mclnni Tharpe 1505 . Hackberry Rd . Muncie, IN 47304

Kansas Sunflower (Ea tern Kan a ) Chapter Janet Jimi on 529 Highland Dr. Arkansas City, KS 67005 316-442-6748 jjimison@alphasigmatau.org

Louisiana New Orleans Chapter Jeannine Gettys Ard #l6EmileAve. Kenner, LA 70065

Maryland Baltimore Chapter Susan Watson Hardy 17010 Whites Landind Rd. Brandywine, MD 20613-7319 301-579-6135 PEScherr@aol.com

Frederick-Hager town Chapter Jayci Shaw Duncan PO Box 547 Walker vill e, MD 2 1793 301-845-0632

Montgomery County Hope Group Kerri Maranto 1320 I Grenoble Dr. Rockville, MD 20853 301-933-2392 kiuy2u@erols. com

Massachusetts Bo ton Alumnae As ociati on Je ica Smith 89 Lex ington St. , #23

ewton, MA 02466

Lowell Chapter Caro l Anne O'Leary 3 Long Hill Rd . Rowley, MA 01 969 508-948-7535

Michigan Detro it- ortheast Suburbs Chapter Tammy Stegehuis Boni fie ld 16925 MacArthur Redford , MJ 48240 3 13-534-5097 Bonfield @ wwnet.com.

We t Michigan Club Lara Bu zka 206 S. Lauderdale Kalamazoo, MJ 49006 6 16-226-9574 Larabusz}<a@mindspring.com

Yp il anti -Ann Arbor Chapter Linda Shapona 5843 Wedgewood Canton, Ml 48 187 3 13-98 1-6207 mshapona @ gr- lakes. com

Missouri St. Loui s Chapter Melanie Foster 5437 Oakcrest Dr. Imperi al, MO 63052 3 14-464-6 148

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New Jersey Northern New Jer ey Chapter Chri tina Palumbo 44 Center Grove Rd . T-39 Randolph , NJ 07869 973-328-952 1 palumboc@aol. com

New York Buffa lo Chapter Jeanne Carney Wolf 365 Crescent Ave. Buffa lo, NY 142 14 716-836- 1688

NYC - Metro Alumnae Club Jennifer-Katherine Gomez 80-50 !64th St. Jamaica, Y 11 432 j enngom @aol. com

We tche ter County Hope Group Heide-Marie Bliss 95 Beekman Ave. , Apt. 302A Sleepy Hollow, NY 1059 1 hbliss-ast@yahoo. com

Ohio Youngstown Chapter Carol Ficeti 3885 Jeanette Warren, OH 44484

Oklahoma Durant Chapter Tara Peebles 1203 N. 19th Durant, Ok 7470 I 580-924-2555 tpeebles@ hotmai l. com

Pennsylvania Erie Chapter Deborah Young Carter 253 1 West 34th St. Eri e, P A 16506 8 14-838-7095

Harri sburg Chapter Colleen Shea Koller 44 Greenmont Dr. Enola, PA 17025 7 17-732- 1483 lckoller@aol. com

Lanca ter County Chapter Danae Jobe Buczacki 159 Cobblestone Ln. Lancaster, PA 1760 1 7 17-560-2062

Lehigh Valley Chapter Tracy Bond 135 N. 11th St. All entown, P A 18 102 6 10-439-1 38 1

Philadelphia Chapter Jeanne Gold y Sanitate 42 Warren Ave. Bellmawr, NJ 0803 1 609-93 1-9471 Jjsani@aol. com

Pitt burgh Chapter Suzanne Schultz 1797 Renee Dr. Library, PA 15 129

We t Che ter Hope Group Alaina Evangeli sta 50 I Way ne Dr., #324 King of Pru sia, PA 19406 6 10-768-9778 j abba l 11 @ix.netcom.com

Tennesee Na hville Area Hope Group Tamm y Hillebrand 70 I Ashlawn Place Nashville, TN 372 11 6 15-33 1-4722 j ukebox@ edge. net

Texas Houston Chapter Sharon Hahn Juntunen 643 Eastl ake Houston, TX 77034 71 3-946-8479 c/o Pat Nay le: pnayle@hal-pc.org

San Antonio Chapter Debra ort Shea 510 Red Oak Woods Canyon Lake, TX 78 133 830-899-2875 dshea5JO@aol. com

Virginia Centrev i li e-Mana sas Ch apter Diane DiSandro Underwood I 0446 Brackets Ford Cir. Mana sas , VA 20 110 703-369-0243 u.wood@erols. com

Charl ottes vi lie Hope Group Sandra McLaughlin Lowry 322 11th St. , NE Charl ottesv ille, VA 22902 804-295-033 1

Lynchburg Hope Group Jennfier Long 139 Cedar Cre t Dr. #106 Madi son He ights, VA 24572 804-845-0282

Northern Virginia Chapter Diane DiSandro Underwood I 0446 Brackets Ford Cir. Manassas, VA 20 I I 0 703-369-0243 uwood @erols.com

Ri chmond-Peter burg Chapter Bonnie Harri 9820 Iron Bridge Rd . Chesterfie ld , VA 22832-6434

Roanoke Chapter Cindy Moore Howard 503 1 Meadowcreek Dr SW Roanoke, VA 240 18

Tidewater Area Chapter Karen Farri s 9 15 Pine Knob Way Vi rg inia Beach, VA 2345 1 757-422-93 15

West Virginia Bluefield Chapter Joyce Buchanan 1905 Tazewell Ave. Bluefield , WV 24605

Shepherdstown Chapter Marie Busch Crim RR1 , Box 11 4 Gerrard town, WV 25420

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AST Photo Gallery

Delta Thera Chapter, Moravian College, Bethlehem, Pa. builds "Web of Comnumicarion" at their annual retreat.

Winning AST Ambassadors from 32nd National Convention: (1-r) Angie Dotts, Delta (Ambassador #2); Kara Hilgenberg, Beta Pi (Lead Ambassador); and Christie Vanderhoff, Gamma Lambda (Ambassador #3).

"All Play and No Work ?" AST Delegation rakes a break at

the December 1998 AFA-NIC Annual Meeting in Dallas, Tex. Riding the bull at

Forth Worth's Billy Bob's Texas are: Cynthia P. McCroty, Alpha Alpha; Ricki

Bargman Trosen, Alpha Sigma; Christina Duggan Covington, Alpha Lambda;

Melinda Hellly Oates, Gamma Gamma; and Lara Cegala, Psi.

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