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Home Sweet HomeZeta Tau Alpha dedicates new chapter houses and recognizes housing volunteers

Sigma Chapter celebrates centennialMeet the 2012-2013 Traveling Leadership ConsultantsZetas who serve their communities as elected officials

By Julia Marthaler Hill, ΗΡZTA Fraternity Housing Corporation President

The pillows are fluffed. The flowers are arranged. The lawn is mowed. The turquoise and gray ribbon is in place. The big scissors are ready. Parents, friends and alumnae are here. It’s time to have a house dedication.

Truly one of the great joys of being a part of the ZTA Fraternity Housing Corporation is participating in a house dedication. In this issue of Themis, you will read about our latest celebrations for Beta Upsilon Chapter (Kansas State University) and Lambda Zeta Chapter (Lehigh University). But so much more than that list of last-minute preparations goes into making a house dedication possible.

Whether a chapter moves into a new house, dormitory suite, Panhellenic lodge or some other type of housing, you can be sure that local and national alumnae volunteers have great stories to tell about what went on behind the scenes prior to the celebration. And once the dedication is over, the maintenance and upkeep of the facility keeps on going—and going and going. Those stories can be funny as well, but usually only in hindsight!

Let me share a few of the most intriguing stories. At one property, we discovered an oil tank buried in the yard just after we began renovation. At another, a car drove through the dining room window; fortunately, no one was hurt. We’ve moved two chapters to hotels when renovations required evacuation or circumstances delayed our construction. Harsh winters in some parts of the south have frozen fire sprinkler systems and burst pipes during school breaks. We experienced a flood during our biennial House Directors Seminar. And many, many houses have needed professional exterminators to remove squirrels, bats and raccoons who found their way into attics and walls.

We can laugh about many of these unfortunate events now, but at the time each happened, we relied on the quick thinking, ingenuity and dedication of the officers and directors of the Fraternity Housing Corporation to find solutions, calm nerves and, most importantly, make sure all our members were safe. To serve as a national or local housing volunteer, you must tackle structural challenges nearly as often as you select beautiful fabrics for new furniture. You must have the tact and professionalism to interact with plumbers, electricians, carpenters, and city zoning and building officials, as well as designers and decorators. You throw on rubber gloves to tackle a last-minute cleaning job, even though you’re wearing a party dress.

That can-do spirit led to the formation of the ZTA Fraternity Housing Corporation in 1977 with Dr. Lanelle Gafford, Agnes Fox Gwin and Nelly Galloway Shearer as incorporators. Zeta Tau Alpha was the first National Panhellenic Conference group to create a national housing corporation and we remain the largest, with 151 member associations, 105 facilities owned or managed, and a net worth of $30 million.

Over those 35 years, a unique group of women has given their time and talent to strengthen the corporation and further our efforts to provide safe, secure and competitive housing for our ZTA chapters. Five women have served as president—Dr. Gafford, Mrs. Shearer, Joyce D. Patterson, Nora Nell Hardy Jackson and I. In the history of the corporation, six women have served 20 years or more on the board: Joan Parker Hull, Nora Nell Hardy Jackson, Christy Marx Barber, Kay McCoy McKelvey, Christine Stull-Walter and Marty E. Sik. Four others have served 15 years or more—Patricia Parnacott Hinman, Martha Gorum Jackson, Dorothy Coates Pataky and Cynthia Byars Courtney. Pat retired in 2002 and Nora Nell and Christy in 2006. At Convention 2012, we celebrated the retirement of Dorothy, Joan and Cynthia, as well as Nancy Floyd Stipp who served 13 years.

Each of these women and their housing sisters have experienced aggravation when contractors “disappear” without finishing a job, distress when plumbers call with bad news and frustration when Mother Nature fails to cooperate with a construction schedule. But, they have also experienced the joy of unveiling a beautifully decorated new chapter room to grateful collegians, the excitement of alumnae returning to their campus to see a renovated house, and the contentment of parents who know their daughters are living in a safe home.

We pledge to continue our standard of excellence for our existing properties as well as those new facilities we establish through extension. It is our honor and privilege to serve the Fraternity and remain true to The Creed by “seeing beauty with its enriching influence.”

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Housing volunteers create better homes

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9 Collegiate News - Read about the goals, changes and improvements ZTA collegiate chapters have made in the past year to help build strong chapters and members.

26 ZTA Elected Officials - ZTA alumnae “think in terms of all mankind and our service in the world” by serving as political lobbyists or elected officials on the state or local level.

30 Traveling Leadership Consultants - Discover the 100-year history of the Fraternity’s chapter consultant program and meet the 20 newest ZTA Traveling Leadership Consultants.

Providing safe and secure housing is the most important function of the Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity Housing Corporation, whether the chapter has an actual house, dormitory suite, Panhellenic lodge or other type of housing. With the help of national and local volunteers, the FHC was able to dedicate two new chapter houses this spring. For more information about the new homes at Kansas State University and Lehigh University, see pages 6-7.

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ThemisSummer 2012 • Vol. 110 No. 4(ISSN 1529-6709; USPS 627-120)

EditorAshley Martin

Director of CommunicationsChristy Marx Barber, ΑΨ

Graphic DesignerHaleigh Castino, ΑΨ

ContributorsJulia Marthaler Hill, ΗΡ

Susan Beard, ΔΨPatricia Cords Levitte, ΒΦ

Member, Fraternity Communications Association and National Panhellenic Editors Conference.

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Zeta Tau Alpha,My mother, Anne Frances Eldredge, was born in Pensacola, Fla. She attended the University of Alabama starting in 1936, at the height of the Great Depression. As one of her relatives had been instrumental in founding the ZTA chapter at Alabama, my mother proudly joined the sorority, and it brought her great pleasure for all her life. I can still remember visits to our New Orleans home from sisters of the sorority. Whenever any sorority sisters passed through town, my mother was always there for support and friendship.

Upon her death, her jewelry and special items were divided among her three sons—I can’t tell you how much she had hoped for a daughter—and I took special notice and requested only one item, her highly treasured ZTA pin.

I hope that this pin can be used for good by your sorority. I give it willingly for any use you see fit. I have only one request: that the badge is always remembered for how proudly it was held in esteem by my mother—a true Zeta Lady.

Christopher R. Harris

Editor’s note: We appreciate Chris for returning his mother’s badge to Zeta Tau Alpha’s Nu Chapter. Unfortunately, many ZTA badges are discarded or sold upon a member’s death. If you remember from your new member education, all badges are the property of the Fraternity and should be returned to Zeta Tau Alpha upon the death of a member. We ask that all members complete the Badge Disposition form found on www.zetataualpha.org/Sisters Only/Resources/General Resources to express their wishes regarding their ZTA badge.

International Office,My name is Rich Rovin. I am the proud father of Lauren, a senior at the University of Michigan and member of ZTA.

I was in Ann Arbor, Mich. for parents’ weekend and ran in the chapter’s 5K Think Pink® fundraiser. As a neurosurgeon and the medical director of the Upper Michigan Brain Tumor Center in Marquette, Mich., I know firsthand the challenges putting on a fundraiser can pose. I cannot tell you how thoroughly impressed I am with the event and the engagement and passion the members displayed. Despite a cold and gloomy day, there were hundreds of students and parents having fun and sharing a special memory.

While the forming of life-long friendships through sisterhood is undeniably important, I think instilling in these young adults the core value of service is even more valuable.

I think the University of Michigan chapter of ZTA should be congratulated on its wonderful event.

Thanks for your attention,Rich Rovin

Dear Delta Beta Chapter(Florida Southern College),I am so proud of ZTA! I cannot wait to share with our Watson Clinic Foundation Board of Directors the amazing work you did in putting together the first Breastival event at Florida Southern College. You followed the guidelines in keeping the event tasteful and interactive, while making certain it provided breast health education and a fun-filled time for the participants. You know you’ve done something good when the participants do not wish to leave!

As a life-long resident of this community and someone who is known as bringing brand new endeavors to our market, I know—better than most—exactly what goes on behind the scenes to make every detail of an event a success. And you and your ZTA sisters exceeded! It is only going to get bigger/better from here! Congratulations to every single one of you involved in putting together Breastival.

Cauney B. BambergExecutive Director, Watson Clinic Foundation

Editor’s note: For more information on Breastival, see Delta Beta Chapter’s Collegiate Themis Report on p. 13.

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Delta Beta Chapter (Florida Southern College) volunteers with Breastival, a community-wide event to raise awareness of breast cancer in young women.

“Just when Sigma started being a singing chapter we cannot say, but musical she is, and we shall accept the fact without further discussion.”

The History of Zeta Tau Alpha, 1898-1928, uses those words to describe Sigma Chapter (Baker University) and its ability to beautifully express loyalty to Zeta Tau Alpha through song. One hundred years later, song has remained a large part of the rich history of the 19th link in ZTA’s Chain of Chapters and was a major component of the chapter’s centennial celebration May 18-19, 2012, in Baldwin City, Kan.

Following the university’s annual Alumni Reunion Dinner on Friday, May 18, Sigma Chapter’s centennial celebration officially began Saturday morning as collegians and alumnae gathered at the chapter house for registration and welcome remarks. Attendees reflected on “100 Years of Crowning Achievements” through photo slideshows, house tours and numerous stops at the chapter’s newly restored 1920 Steinway grand piano—a place where alumnae were scheduled to play at 30-minute intervals throughout the day.

Morning ceremonies concluded with a chapter house rededication, a symbolic burning of the home’s recently paid-off mortgage, the White Violet Ceremony and the dedication of a new sidewalk made possible by donations honoring the centennial. The sidewalk, now adorned with brick insets honoring the chapter and its members, replaces a well-worn path taken by Zetas to the heart of campus. True to Sigma Chapter form, each ceremony was accompanied by a song.

Following lunch—which featured spontaneous singing in the buffet line—guests followed the centennial brick sidewalk to Baker University’s Holt-Russell Gallery to view a special historical display of the chapter. Included in the display were hundreds of photos and ZTA artifacts, including copies of ZTA’s first official songbook, which Sigma Chapter had been commissioned to write in 1920.

“My favorite part of the entire day was seeing the reactions manifested by the historical display and watching as memories flooded back,” chapter president Milan Piva said. “Seeing women from the age of 18 to 98, from England, Canada, and all over the United States all together to celebrate Sigma Chapter’s 100th year has definitely solidified the idea that Zeta is Forever.”

A centennial banquet was held later Saturday evening in Harter Union Dining Room, the only room on campus large enough to accommodate the event’s nearly 300 guests. Former National Council member and current Mentor Pat Wooster-Jackson served as toastmistress and centennial celebration chairman. Baker University President Dr. Patricia Long delivered university greetings and National President Keeley McDonald Riddle gave the keynote address—all between rounds of joyous singing and the debut of “One Hundred Years of Love,” an original song by alumna Linda Pherigo Burgess.

In her address, Mrs. Riddle spoke on the connection between Sigma Chapter and song. “The History refers to Sigma as ‘a group that can excel equally well in mathematics and in serenades, a group cherished in Zeta Tau Alpha as a “singing chapter.” And where music is, harmony must prevail,’” Mrs. Riddle said.

As Sigma’s centennial evening drew to a close, guests gathered for a friendship circle and song, proving just as the chapter’s founders did, harmony and love for Zeta Tau Alpha do prevail.

Other honored Sigma Chapter alumnae guests included Darcy Russell, Ph.D., ZTA Academic Achievement Chairman, centennial co-chairman and former Province President XVII-B; Jennifer Knapp Riggs, general advisor and centennial co-chairman; Vallera Clough Ross, former ZTA National Council member and honorary centennial chairman; and Ashley Dolezilek Turman, Province President XVII-G.

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In honor of its centennial, Sigma Chapter donated a new sidewalk to the university.

Alumnae of Sigma Chapter, “the singing chapter,” played the chapter’s newly restored piano throughout the centennial event.

When Kansas State University’s Panhellenic Council decided in 2009 to add a 13th group, one of the stipulations was that the organization would provide permanent housing by fall 2013. K-State chose Zeta Tau Alpha to reactivate Beta Upsilon Chapter in 2010, and through the unshakable sisterhood of ZTA and the financial strength of the ZTA Fraternity Housing Corporation, the chapter moved into a beautiful new home two years before that deadline.

Nearly 350 parents, alumnae and campus guests gathered at 508 Sunset in Manhattan on April 1, 2012, as the chapter and the Housing Corporation dedicated the new Beta Upsilon house.

The road from colonization to the dedication was not always easy. Following ZTA’s colonization recruitment in fall 2010, the Fraternity Housing Corporation purchased the house from Delta Chi Fraternity on Dec. 30, with the ambitious goal of converting a men’s facility into an elegant women’s house in time for Formal Recruitment in August 2011. However, three weeks of heavy spring rains and design modifications caused unexpected delays and the Zetas instead lived at the Clarion Hotel from early August to early September. The chapter held recruitment in the Student Center and dazzled potential new members with vignettes of the living room and six sleeping rooms, showcasing all the new furnishings. On Sept. 16, the Zetas were able to begin moving into their new home.

“Through all the challenges of finding the best possible property, renovating a fraternity house into a sorority home and struggling with delays beyond our control, the Fraternity Housing Corporation never wavered from its promise to provide this home,” said Housing Corporation President Julia Marthaler Hill in her welcome. “Our national and our local volunteers showed amazing dedication to this project and all of Zeta Tau Alpha and Beta Upsilon owe them a debt of gratitude.”

Cynthia Byars Courtney, director at large of the Housing Corporation, served as toastmistress for the dedication. Beta Upsilon General Advisor and House Association President Shelley Kerr Norris welcomed guests and thanked dedication chairman Kimberly Jones Ivester and House Director Cathy Humphreys for their assistance. Director of New Chapters Nona Douglass Richey gave the invocation and Housing Corporation Vice President Martha Gorum Jackson conducted the Dedication Service. K-State Vice President for Student Life/Dean of Students Dr. Pat J. Bosco congratulated ZTA on behalf of the University.

“I was touched to see how much the national organization and our advisors care about us and the effort they put into remodeling our house and the dedication,” said chapter president Connor Staats. “It is always nice to be surrounded by Zetas who truly understand and model what being a Zeta Tau Alpha is all about.”

Mrs. Hill, Mrs. Courtney, Mrs. Jackson, Mrs. Richey, Mrs. Norris, Dr. Bosco and Connor participated in the ribbon cutting ceremony, along with Brian Setley of Nabholz Construction Services and Mike Heule of Helix Architecture + Design, Inc. The chapter closed the festivities by singing “Pride of our Hearts.”

The house was originally designed in 1939 by George J. Davidson for his fraternity, Phi Delta Theta. The 19,900 square-foot home features two turrets and 100 windows, including the floor-to-ceiling windows throughout. To the left of the foyer are a formal living room, trophy room and conference room. To the right is a formal reception hall, leading to a chapter room that seats 180 in lecture-style and has built-in audio-visual equipment. The lower level includes a formal dining room for 80, full commercial kitchen, TV room, workroom, laundry facilities and storage.

On the second and third levels, bedrooms provide sleeping space for 61 collegians; each floor has community bathrooms in the center. The second level also features a study room that serves as the guest room for Traveling Leadership Consultants and other ZTA visitors.

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A cordial and effective partnership between Zeta Tau Alpha and Lehigh University has provided a beautiful new home for Lambda Zeta Chapter, the 244th link in our Chain of Chapters. On April 15, over 100 guests gathered to dedicate the “hillside” home at 94 Upper Sayre Park Road in Bethlehem, Pa.

“Throughout the process of establishing this chapter, ZTA was blessed to have incredible support from so many people at Lehigh,” National President Keeley McDonald Riddle said at the dedication. “The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Affairs, the other Greek organizations and every office on campus went out of their way to help us. So, when we began the process of creating a new home for Lambda Zeta Chapter, we knew that we could expect a similar partnership and the Lehigh team did not disappoint.”

Lambda Zeta was installed on April 9, 2011. Shortly thereafter, the university offered ZTA the opportunity to rent the “Hillside House.” The house had previously been used by the Technology Club as residence for both male and female engineering students.

During the summer of 2011, the Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity Housing Corporation worked with Lehigh’s Residential Services and Facilities and Maintenance Departments to renovate the house. Every room received a new coat of paint and a new floor was installed in the dining room. The Housing Corporation purchased new furnishings for the common areas. The chapter was able to move into the house at the start of the fall 2011 semester.

“Lambda Zeta is so happy to be able to call this beautiful house our home,” said chapter president Kimberly Campbell. “We are grateful to everyone who helped to create it, especially the Fraternity Housing Corporation and Lehigh.”

Terri Dew Millsap, director of the Fraternity Housing Corporation, served as toastmistress for the dedication. Leslie Woodruff Kingston, president of the Lambda Zeta House

Association, welcomed guests and Director of New Chapters Janel Thomson Jauntirans gave the invocation. Jessi McPherin, assistant director of Lehigh’s Office of Fraternity and Sorority Affairs, congratulated ZTA on behalf of the University. Housing Corporation President Julia Marthaler Hill presided over the House Dedication Service.

Mrs. Riddle, Mrs. Hill, Mrs. Millsap, Mrs. Jauntirans, Mrs. Kingston and Kimberly participated in the ribbon cutting ceremony, along with Dave Ledger, building manager for Lehigh’s Facilities Planning & Renovations office.

The speaker’s area for the house dedication was decorated with blooming hydrangea bushes that have now been planted in front of the house and will serve as a reminder of the dedication each spring to come. The chapter received engraved doorknockers from the Fraternity Housing Corporation and the Lehigh Valley Alumnae Chapter.

“We hope the chapter makes great memories in this new house,” said Mrs. Kingston. “It is more than a house; it is a home where all Zetas will be welcome, no matter their age or chapter affiliation.”

Lambda Zeta members served as tour guides for guests after the ceremony. The first floor of the house features a foyer, dining room, commercial kitchen, sisterhood room and a wing of bedrooms with a community bath. The second floor includes a chapter room and a study/conference room and another wing of bedrooms and a community bath to the right. The house has bedrooms for 42 residents.

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Zeta University of Tennessee, KnoxvilleZeta Chapter completely revamped its spring philanthropy last year. In its new event, over 20 campus organizations competed in a soccer tournament to raise funds for the ZTA Foundation’s breast cancer education and awareness initiatives. The chapter also sponsored a speaker who discussed the importance of living ZTA values and rituals.

Theta Bethany CollegeThis year, chapter members placed an emphasis on recruiting women who represented ZTA values and, as a result, celebrated Bid Day with three women over Quota. The women also worked together to plan a successful Pink Out event to raise awareness for breast cancer and were crowned the campus’ Greek Week champions.

Kappa The University of Texas at AustinTo improve communication throughout the chapter, Kappa Chapter began The Strawberry Patch newsletter. This newsletter included everything a member needed to know for the month including Crown Point opportunities, information on upcoming events, chapter brags and short articles written by chapter officers.

Lambda Southwestern UniversityIn order to facilitate change within the chapter, Lambda Chapter placed a concerns and suggestions box in the chapter room. Members are encouraged to write their thoughts on a notecard and place it in the box. Each Sunday, Executive Committee reads the cards and discusses the issue either with the member or during the chapter meeting.

Mu Drury UniversityOne of the chapter’s goals was to improve its overall GPA. To do this, the women implemented a study hours program where every member received a ZTA study buddy with the same major, providing a resource she could turn to for help. The chapter also held sisterhood events such as pottery painting and an Easter egg hunt.

Nu The University of AlabamaFor Nu Chapter, sisterhood and involvement go hand in hand. By helping members create stronger friendships, the chapter has seen increased attendance at its events. The events included a trip to the movies, a Valentine’s Day movie night at the chapter house and an Academy Awards viewing party.

Omicron Brenau UniversityOnce a month, the chapter cooks a meal for the local fire department to show its appreciation. The women also held an Easter egg hunt at an area nursing home and volunteered at an animal shelter, playing with animals waiting to be adopted. On campus, the women made Easter baskets for the other fraternities and sororities.

Sigma Baker UniversityThis year, Sigma Chapter spent three days each semester cleaning its designated Adopt-A-Highway area. Over the years, the chapter has also become a prominent figure at the local Maple Leaf Festival as it distributes facts and information about breast cancer awareness to festival goers.

Phi Duke UniversityPhi Chapter’s Executive Committee and Program Council members made a point to practice servant leadership this year. Members of both councils attended every chapter and campus event possible to help encourage other members to become more involved. This helped the women build sisterhood and strengthened ZTA’s image on campus.

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ZTA collegiate chapters were asked to “Create the Change” during National Leadership Conference last summer. Read about the goals, changes and improvements chapters have made in the past year to help fulfill that promise.

Collegiate Reports

Psi University of WashingtonPsi Chapter holds retreats for each member class in order to promote bonding among members. The sisterhood and new member chairmen also hosted a movie night so new members could get to know older members of the chapter. The chapter even created a paper chain, linking notes inscribed with why each woman is a valuable asset to the chapter.

Alpha Beta University of PennsylvaniaAlpha Beta Chapter held many activities to promote teamwork including a chapter-wide team building day at the campus fitness center and a Fight Like a Girl self-defense class. The seniors even teamed up to cook a meal together, helping them bond and practice a skill they will need after graduation.

Alpha Gamma University of MichiganAlpha Gamma Chapter’s apple orchard sisterhood event was a favorite among members as they enjoyed apple picking and hayrides. Sixty members also enjoyed a Death by Chocolate event, indulging in their favorite chocolate treats and watching movies. It’s these types of events to which the chapter credits its close sisterhood.

Alpha Theta Purdue UniversityTo promote the values of ZTA, Alpha Theta Chapter’s ritual chairman put

together several presentations on how members can exemplify Fraternity values in their everyday lives. In the fall, the Executive Committee and Program Council members participated in a low ropes course to build sisterhood and teamwork.

Alpha Mu Washburn UniversityThis year, the chapter began using GIN Systems to create a members-only portion of its website. On this private site, every member has access to the chapter’s meeting minutes, calendar and resources. To further educate its members, the chapter’s Province President led a program on ZTA’s judicial system, complete with a mock hearing and discussions.

Alpha Xi Indiana UniversityThe chapter made a point to increase its number of sisterhood activities this year. An activity is now offered every Wednesday, ranging from Pilates and Zumba classes to trips for frozen yogurt

and the movies.

Alpha Nu Birmingham-Southern CollegeThis year, Alpha Nu Chapter got every member involved in the goal-setting process. The president held new member class focus groups where each class worked together to develop a list of goals for the chapter. These goals were then combined and discussed by the

chapter as whole. In doing this, each woman felt more accountable for the chapter’s success.

Alpha Omicron The University of IowaThis spring, The University of Iowa introduced Alpha Omicron Chapter to a local woman with breast cancer who had no family nearby. As a way to live out ZTA’s values and make a difference in the lives of others, chapter members helped care for her children so that she could attend doctors appointments.

Alpha Upsilon Oklahoma State UniversityBy setting goals with an emphasis on academic achievement, Alpha Upsilon Chapter was able to move up on the campus’ GPA list. Increased mentoring and study hours both helped the chapter.

Alpha Phi Northwestern UniversityOne of Alpha Phi Chapter’s goals this year was to improve its risk management strategies. To do this, the chapter held regular My Sister, My Responsibility workshops, basic first aid classes for members and a presentation on how the ZTA judicial process works. This helped members better recognize problems and react appropriately if necessary.

Alpha Psi University of MissouriIn March, the chapter held a pink lemonade stand and a campus-wide barbecue to raise money for breast cancer education and awareness. To improve its academic program, Alpha Psi Chapter also increased its minimum GPA for members and offered tutors to those members who needed extra help.

Beta Gamma Florida State UniversityTo help members better live ZTA values, Beta Gamma Chapter had each member

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write down lines from The Creed that she thought the chapter exemplified well. The women also wrote down portions that the chapter needed to improve upon. This led the chapter to become more involved in on-campus philanthropy and intramural events.

Beta Delta Miami UniversityOne of Beta Delta Chapter’s goals was to create new philanthropy events that the chapter can continue to host for years to come. In addition to its annual Pink Ribbon Run 5K, the women held a new event, Bowling for Breast Cancer, with Miami’s Sigma Nu Fraternity chapter. The women also held a Pink Out event with the university hockey team for the first time.

Beta Theta Franklin CollegeThis year, Beta Theta Chapter members focused on recruitment and new member retention. By using the RED—Recruit Every Day—strategy, the women were able to keep ZTA values and the benefits of membership at the forefront of all of their actions, not only helping with recruitment and retention but living ZTA’s values as well.

Beta Iota Centenary College of LouisianaTo encourage members to spend time with one another, the chapter began hosting special meeting days for the various new member classes to mingle with the new members. This, coupled with a new ZTA Lady of the Month award, promoted the value of sisterhood to Beta Iota Chapter members.

Beta Lambda University of LouisvilleBeta Lambda Chapter was reactivated at University of Louisville in November 2011. Because the chapter is so new,

Executive Committee and Program Council members worked hard to ensure all chapter operations and programming were running effectively. To do this, the women participated in a game during meetings where each woman shared something she was happy about and something that she thought needed improvement.

Beta Nu New Mexico State UniversityBeta Nu Chapter places an emphasis on its members holding leadership roles in organizations outside of ZTA. On the New Mexico State University campus, the TOMS Club, St. Jude’s Up Till Dawn and Greeks Advocating the Mature Management of Alcohol each have an executive board comprised of several Zetas. The chapter also prides itself on having the highest GPA in the campus fraternity/sorority community.

Beta Omicron University of South CarolinaEach year, Beta Omicron Chapter hosts a Think Pink® Week to raise money for the ZTA Foundation. New to the event this year were a 5K race and Bras for a Cause, each adding value to the chapter’s philanthropic efforts. The chapter also hosted a sisterhood event at the U.S. National Whitewater Center where women were able to raft and zip line.

Beta Upsilon Kansas State UniversityBeta Upsilon Chapter created a new study hours program in order to help its members succeed academically. Based on her GPA, each member was required to complete a specific amount of study hours proctored by another member of the chapter. The chapter also hosted various speakers during chapter meetings to aid in member development.

Beta Phi Michigan State UniversityIn order to stay connected with alumnae and parents, Beta Phi Chapter turned its semiannual newsletter into a monthly newsletter. The chapter also took home the Chapter of the Year, Recruitment, Leadership Development and Membership Education awards during the MSU Greek Gala.

Beta Psi Stetson UniversityBeta Psi Chapter kept busy this year with various philanthropy projects. In February, the chapter distributed shower cards and pink ribbons at the DeLand Dog Parade and set up a Paws for a Cause booth where dogs could stamp their paws onto cards to be given to local breast cancer patients. The women will also host a cheer competition at this year’s Race for the Cure®.

Beta Omega Union UniversityDuring every chapter meeting, the president challenges the chapter to do

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something to live ZTA values, such as writing notes to sisters or going to lunch together. Members also participate in a community service project each semester, including at nursing homes and the Salvation Army.

Gamma Alpha University of MiamiGamma Alpha Chapter participated in FunDay, a day when local special needs residents visited the university for performances, games, food and fun. Each ZTA sister was matched with a “buddy” to take around for the day. Through this service, members were able to live ZTA values and described the experience as one of the most rewarding of their lives.

Gamma Beta Washington CollegeThis spring, the chapter hosted a Stand up! Stand out! program for the entire Washington College Greek Life community, featuring Dr. Lori Hart as the speaker. The women also volunteered at three different NFL “A Crucial Catch” games and two Races for the Cure® as well as at the local retirement home and Humane Society.

Gamma Gamma The University of Texas at El PasoThis year, Gamma Gamma Chapter participated in a community-wide philanthropy event it helped create. In conjunction with local high schools and the UTEP cheerleaders, they hosted a cheer camp to raise money for breast cancer education and awareness. The women also hosted a Sam Spady event with two other Panhellenic chapters to stress the dangers of alcohol.

Gamma Epsilon Pennsylvania State UniversityIn order to promote campus involvement, Gamma Epsilon Chapter highlighted a new campus activity each

week. The women also hosted its first Mr. Think Pink® pageant and volunteered at numerous Penn State men’s and women’s basketball Pink Zone activities.

Gamma Zeta Mississippi State UniversityTo increase communication within the chapter, Gamma Zeta Chapter created Facebook and Twitter accounts to help share information. The women also use their GIN System website to track points, order T-shirts and remind members of upcoming events and deadlines. With this increased communication, the chapter has seen more involvement and excitement for events.

Gamma Iota University of FloridaGamma Iota Chapter prides itself in its participation in campus philanthropy and service events, and it also makes a point to support its sisters. The women host sign making parties after dinner so members can create motivational signs to cheer on sisters participating in various campus events.

Gamma Pi The University of GeorgiaThanks to the dedication of its members, over the past few years, Gamma Pi Chapter has been able to move from the 12th to the fourth place position on the campus GPA ranking. To help them do this, members struggling with their

studies now receive information on free tutoring and study sessions. The chapter also sold handmade, tie-dyed T-shirts to raise money for children with HIV/AIDS.

Gamma Kappa James Madison UniversityChapter members show their loyalty to the community by being involved in various community service activities. Some of these activities include volunteering at local elementary schools, local food drives and the Boys and Girls Club, and being involved in Disabilities Awareness Week.

Gamma Mu University of Nebraska at OmahaTo remind members of the importance of ZTA values and history, Gamma Mu Chapter posts fraternity education facts and important ZTA-inspired lessons on social media for members to think about. The women also like to cross-program their activities so that each ZTA event is fun and informative.

Gamma Xi Indiana University of PennsylvaniaDuring a recruitment workshop, the chapter created a “What ZTA Means to You” puzzle that allowed members to reflect on the values of the Fraternity. The women also hosted its annual Kick Out Cancer philanthropy event and created a new spaghetti dinner to raise money for the ZTA Foundation.

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Gamma Omicron Central Michigan UniversityThis year, Gamma Omicron Chapter focused on improving its academic achievement program. By offering incentives for members finishing their study hours, the women have seen an increase in the dedication to academic success. The chapter also planned more sisterhood activities this year such as visiting an ice skating rink, campus concerts and Zumba classes.

Gamma Rho Auburn UniversityBefore Formal Recruitment, as a chapter, the women discussed what ZTA values are most important to them, writing them on a poster that still hangs in the chapter room as a reminder of the type of woman each member should be. Movie dates, crafting parties, and trips to the zoo and ropes course are just a few of the sisterhood activities Gamma Rho Chapter participated in this year.

Gamma Nu University of VirginiaGamma Nu Chapter’s new Member Enrichment Chairman served as a resource for many issues including healthy eating habits and stress management. She even arranged for a self-defense class to be taught at the chapter house by a member of the University Women’s Center.

Gamma Tau Texas Tech UniversityIn an effort to strengthen its sisterhood, Gamma Tau Chapter began hosting sisterhood events centered around an activity, not just food. This allowed members to interact more with those

outside of their circle of friends. Each chapter member must also be involved in a ZTA committee, giving her more ownership over chapter success.

Gamma Chi Indiana State UniversityGamma Chi Chapter’s main goal for the year was to increase its members’ academic success. The women created a new mentoring program and gave prizes to members who didn’t miss class, and offered study hours at least once a day. As a result, the chapter greatly improved its chapter GPA and ranked second on campus in grades after the fall semester.

Gamma Phi University of North TexasTo help grow sisterhood, chapter members took part in a chapter retreat at Group Dynamix, a place that offers games involving teamwork and bonding exercises. The women also helped the campus community by participating in activities such as Dance Marathon, Greet the Troops and Cupcake Throwdown.

Gamma Psi Texas Christian UniversityTwo of Gamma Psi Chapter’s main goals for the year were to increase its chapter GPA and involvement on campus. To do

this, the Executive Committee created a point system, giving members points for campus and chapter involvement and academic success.

Gamma Omega University of HoustonThis year, the chapter has completed several My Sister, My Responsibility workshops as a way to promote ZTA values. Each week, a member receives a Sister of the Week award for promoting the values of respect, love, service and leadership in the chapter.

Delta Beta Florida Southern CollegeThis year, the chapter partnered with the Watson Clinic of Lakeland to host Breastival, an education event about breast cancer affecting college students. Along with other community health organizations, the women hosted educational games with prizes, fruit kabobs, cotton candy, a cake walk and a speech from a breast cancer surgeon.

Delta Gamma High Point UniversityEach week on its Facebook and Twitter pages, Delta Gamma Chapter highlights a different member who has excelled in some way—through academics, leadership positions, etc. This Sister of the Week program has gained lots of attention from the winners’ friends, family and other members of the Greek community.

Delta Delta Baldwin-Wallace CollegeTo improve its academic achievement program, Delta Delta Chapter started a Z-T-A+ competition where chapter members are divided into groups. The group with the most A’s at the end of the semester wins a prize. The women also hosted Night of Pink, an arts showcase to raise breast cancer awareness.

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Delta Eta West Texas A&M UniversityThis year, Delta Eta Chapter strived to increase its involvement in the community, on campus, in Panhellenic and as individuals. To do this, the chapter adopted a highway, continued its involvement with Race for the Cure®, took part in a campus clean up, donated to other Greek philanthropies and encouraged all members to join another campus organization.

Delta Zeta Sam Houston State UniversityDelta Zeta Chapter was proud to have one the largest groups of members participate in All Paws In, a campus-wide clean up held at a local park. The women also made a point to schedule more sisterhood events in an effort to strengthen their bonds of sisterhood.

Delta Theta Ohio Northern UniversityImproving alumnae relations was a goal for Delta Theta Chapter. In order to do this, the chapter traveled to volunteer at the Toledo Race for the Cure®, hosted a Homecoming luncheon for visiting alumnae, presented a Delta Theta Outstanding Alumna Award and asked the Columbus Alumnae Chapter to visit one of its chapter meetings.

Delta Kappa Louisiana State UniversityAt the end of last year, the chapter was honored to receive Order of Omega’s award for best sisterhood on campus. This year, to strengthen the relationship of its Executive Committee, every week the officers drew names out of a hat and

each person was responsible for getting that person a small, thoughtful gift or note. This activity allowed the women to get to know one another better and provide support.

Delta Iota Clarion University of PennsylvaniaTo raise money for the ZTA Foundation, Delta Iota Chapter teamed with the university’s English Club and Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority to host an event on campus where members of the community gathered to read stories written by or in honor of breast cancer survivors. The women also partnered with Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity to decorate pillow cases for St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital.

Delta Mu University of Tennessee at MartinAfter being reorganized in fall 2011, Delta Mu Chapter is already making an impact on campus, winning the campus Excellence in Sisterhood Award. The women also reached out to a chapter alumna whose daughter died of cerebral palsy. Through Cupcakes for Caroline, the chapter was able to raise money for cerebral palsy research.

Delta Nu The University of New OrleansBy publicizing the chapter’s Batting Out Breast Cancer softball tournament in the New Orleans community, Delta Nu Chapter was able to increase its fundraising dollars by over 60 percent from last year. The women also saw a jump in its fundraising after changing their Think Pink® Week to a PINKtober event, hosting one campus-wide event per week instead of for five days in row.

Delta Lambda Georgia State UniversityDelta Lambda Chapter has strengthened its bond by planning more sisterhood events including movie nights, canvas painting and volunteering at the local Boys & Girls Club. The chapter’s annual Think Pink® Picnic featured baked goods and breast cancer education and awareness materials and raised money for the ZTA Foundation.

Delta Omicron Lenoir-Rhyne UniversityThe chapter is proud of its Think Pink® activities both on campus and in the community. This year, the women hosted an event with the university men’s lacrosse team for the first time in addition to its partnerships with the football, basketball, baseball and softball teams. The women also helped the local fire department promote its special, pink fire trucks during the month of October.

Delta Pi Eastern New Mexico UniversityTo increase interest in chapter leadership positions, Delta Pi Chapter has a program that allows interested chapter members to shadow Executive Committee and Program Council members, giving them a firsthand account of what each job entails. Program Council also keeps a suggestion box, letting members provide feedback on chapter activities.

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Delta Sigma Lamar UniversityIn addition to promoting breast cancer education and awareness, the chapter prides itself on helping the Lamar campus and community in other ways. This year, the women worked at an area food bank and participated in community cleans ups and clothing and toy drives. They even attended the birthday party of a local child diagnosed with cancer.

Delta Upsilon West Virginia Wesleyan CollegeEvery year, West Virginia Wesleyan College hosts Do Good Day. This year as part of the event, Delta Upsilon Chapter hosted a blood drive with Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity, made bracelets and bookmarks for nursing home patients, put together food bags for a food pantry, and participated in a community cleanup.

Delta Chi William Jewell CollegeThe chapter has 100 percent participation in organizations outside of ZTA, but these extra leadership roles do not leave many members time to support other Greek philanthropies on campus. To combat this, the chapter created an events bulletin board in the kitchen, reminding members of the dates and times of upcoming events. This has helped members schedule more events into their calendars.

Delta Psi Samford UniversityThe chapter demonstrates unity by everyone wearing ZTA letters once a week. It also recognizes members with outstanding GPAs and test scores with shout-outs during chapter meetings and presents them with treats or gift cards.

Delta Omega Westminster CollegeAcademics were important to Delta

Omega Chapter members this year. In order to improve members’ GPAs, the chapter posted a list of everyone’s major, helping them find sisters to go to for help. As a result, the chapter moved into second place on its campus’ Panhellenic GPA list.

Zeta Alpha University of EvansvilleSeveral Executive Committee officers held office hours in the chapter suite this year, allowing members to reach out to them for advice and to voice concerns. The women also held two chapter retreats, one in August and the other in January, to set goals as a chapter and build a stronger sisterhood.

Zeta Beta Thiel CollegeA new chapter website became a valuable tool for Zeta Beta Chapter, allowing it to share news with current members, alumnae, advisors, potential new members and parents. Executive Committee members also took part in a campus workshop that served as a forum on how to change perceived fraternity/sorority stereotypes.

Zeta Gamma Youngstown State UniversityEach week, Executive Committee members put their names in a jar. Two are chosen and these two officers are encouraged to meet for coffee, dinner or something fun so they can

talk about ZTA and get to know one another better. The same thing happens on a monthly basis within the chapter’s classes (freshman, sophomore, junior, senior) to promote chapter unity.

Zeta Theta East Central UniversityZeta Theta Chapter has used its chapter Facebook and Twitter pages to promote the positive aspect of sorority membership—sisterhood events, member accomplishments, study tips and more. The chapter also educated its members through My Sister, My Responsibility and an in-depth look at chapter bylaws.

Zeta Lambda Rider UniversityOne of Zeta Lambda Chapter’s goals this year was to emphasize its sisterhood by hosting more sisterhood events. Throughout the year, the chapter participated in pottery making, apple picking, movie nights and a new Pink Out philanthropy event where the women sold pink lemonade and distributed pink ribbons to those on campus.

Zeta Nu Lock Haven University of PennsylvaniaAs part of its philanthropy event in October, the chapter had the campus’ foundation fountain turn pink to raise breast cancer awareness. Its first Pink Out football event also let the women honor survivors, distribute pink ribbons and hold a booth where fans could write letters to breast cancer patients.

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Zeta Xi Georgia Southern UniversityZeta Xi Chapter planned its annual Parents Weekend around a new service event in which it participated. Members and parents attended the Statesboro Bulloch County Breast Cancer Foundation 5K race and either volunteered or participated in it, allowing them to give back and let parents experience first hand what ZTA membership is all about.

Zeta Sigma The University of Texas at ArlingtonIn the spring, the chapter hosted a Stand up! Stand out! event with Delta Xi Nu, a multicultural sorority on campus, and invited the entire Greek Life community. The event’s goal was to raise awareness of how breast cancer affects both men and women. The chapter also hosted a volleyball tournament to raise money for the ZTA Foundation.

Zeta Psi Jacksonville State UniversityZeta Psi Chapter recognizes its members’ accomplishments by posting them on the chapter’s Twitter account. By retweeting the recognitions, Zeta Psi Chapter has also been able to promote ZTA values to friends, family and the community.

Eta Gamma West Chester University of PennsylvaniaIn recognition of a faculty member’s husband who was diagnosed with breast cancer, Eta Gamma Chapter created a Project Pink men’s fashion show to raise money and awareness. Various men on campus, not just fraternity men, participated in the show and took part in a male beauty contest.

Zeta Omega Ferris State UniversityZeta Omega Chapter helps its community through its project, The Straw Hats Society. Through this service project, the members visit a local nursing home and

have participated in projects including decorating straw hats with the women and hosting a nails and makeup spa day.

Eta Beta Duquesne UniversityEta Beta Chapter members dedicated over 800 hours to community service and philanthropy this year. The women also hosted speakers during chapter meetings to better educate members. One of these speakers was a Duquesne University professor who spoke to the chapter about risk management.

Eta Alpha Georgia Southwestern State UniversityThe chapter participated in the Sumter County Relay for Life and the Macon Race for the Cure® this year. The women also held a Pink Out game with the university’s women’s basketball team and a sisterhood retreat, complete with a bonfire and fun activities.

Eta Epsilon Mansfield University of PennsylvaniaThe chapter prides itself in its dedication to the Mansfield University of Pennsylvania community by attending numerous campus events and Greek fundraisers as a group. The women also focused on academics and increasing its chapter GPA this year.

Eta Zeta Elon UniversityEach week, Eta Zeta Chapter tries to host small sisterhood events such as movie nights, trips to get frozen yogurt and sisterhood suppers.

A sisterhood supper usually involves a potluck dinner with around 15 members from various new member classes and promotes sisterhood among all members of the chapter.

Eta Iota Valdosta State UniversityAt the beginning of the year, the chapter hosted a fiesta-themed sisterhood so that new members could spend time with older members of the chapter. Eta Iota also hosted a chapter-wide Christmas gift exchange and an Anti-Valentine’s Day sisterhood event. It even hosted a bowling night with the campus Phi Mu chapter.

Eta Kappa University of Central FloridaEta Kappa Chapter writes its goals on posters that hang in the chapter room throughout the year, reminding members to strive to achieve them. Some of the chapter’s goals this year included raising its GPA, completing several My Sister, My Responsibility workshops and improving its relations with other sororities on campus.

Eta Lambda College of CharlestonChapter members make “Real Sorority Moves” by helping the Charleston community. The women hosted their second annual Senior Citizen Prom this year and participated in the Cinderella Project, a dress and accessories collection that helps local teenagers find outfits to wear to prom.

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Eta Nu Radford UniversityEta Nu Chapter has been busy this year. To improve their GPAs, the women have been clocking their study hours. To recognize outstanding efforts, they presented several MVP awards to various Program Council members. The chapter also hosted numerous sisterhood and philanthropy events.

Eta XiVirginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityThe chapter created a spirit squad to help get members excited for chapter events. During Formal Recruitment, this squad began all meetings with songs and cheers. They also held competitions as the women practiced their recruitment skits and songs.

Eta Mu Augusta State UniversityEta Mu Chapter emphasized the Links Member Enrichment Program this year. For Transition, the fourth link, a ZTA alumna spoke to seniors about resumé building. A presentation on the importance of skin care by a local dermatologist and a Zumba class were highlights of the chapter’s Wellness third-year link programming.

Eta Rho The University of North AlabamaEta Rho Chapter members completed over 400 hours of community service while promoting the ZTA Foundation and other charities. Some of these service

projects included helping a local school with gardening, a library cleanup and a 5K race. Women also volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and local nursing homes and churches.

Eta PiWright State UniversityDuring its Think Pink® Week, Eta Pi Chapter partnered with Meijer, Buffalo Wild Wings and a local high school to raise money for the ZTA Foundation and collect Yoplait® yogurt lids through the Save Lids to Save Lives® program.

The women also volunteered at an area nursing home, spending Valentine’s Day with the residents.

Eta Sigma The University of North Carolina at PembrokeThe chapter has begun to participate in monthly service projects. Using the letters Z, T and A, the chapter was divided into service groups. Each month, a different group participated in an activity which included serving as judges at the Robeson County Science Fair, volunteering at a bone marrow drive and much more.

Eta Tau The University of North Carolina at CharlotteEta Tau Chapter prides itself on having 100 percent participation in at least one other campus organization, with 87 percent in two and 73 percent of members holding a leadership position. In the fall, the chapter also started Operation Sandwich, a program that enabled the Greek community to make over 750 sandwiches for the homeless

and earned them the Best Service Event award at North Carolina Zeta Day.

Eta PhiIllinois State UniversityThe chapter has a strawberry book that is passed around weekly. In this book, members will choose another sister and write a short, positive note to her. These notes are then read in front of the chapter during meetings. The women also hosted their first 5K race to benefit the ZTA Foundation.

Eta Upsilon Missouri Southern State UniversityAt sisterhood events, the chapter splits into teams and competes in some sort of activity such as trivia games and races. At each event, the chapter is split differently so that members get to spend time with new sisters. The women also focused on academics this year, raising the chapter GPA by 0.6 points.

Eta Chi Francis Marion UniversitySome of the chapter’s goals included raising the chapter GPA and participating in more activities on campus. In order to achieve these goals, it hosted raffles for women with good grades and created several new fundraisers including creating goodie baskets for local breast cancer survivors.

Theta Gamma Texas A&M UniversityIn April, Theta Gamma Chapter partnered with the campus Delta Gamma chapter to host a dinner swap. During this event, half of the Zetas ate dinner at the Delta Gamma house and vice versa. Everyone loved this personalized way to get to know their Panhellenic sisters. Several members also attended a spring break service trip to Joplin, Mo., to help with ongoing tornado relief.

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Theta Delta Salisbury UniversityTheta Delta Chapter had monthly Pink Out tables on campus where members distributed shower cards and pink ribbons. The chapter also hosts a Play for Pink game with the men’s lacrosse team and a Mr. Zeta pageant to raise money and awareness for breast cancer.

Theta Theta Arkansas Tech UniversityIn addition to its officer training workshop, Theta Theta Chapter’s Executive Committee held an EC retreat for the first time this year to work on teambuilding, goal setting and more. The chapter also used its Founders’ Group leaders to encourage members to increase participation in chapter and campus events.

Theta Iota University of North FloridaTheta Iota Chapter received the Outstanding Service Award during Florida Zeta Day for its over 2,000 hours of service. Some of the chapter’s service projects included a school supply drive, writing letters to troops overseas, mentoring young girls through Girls Inc., and participating in several charity walks. The women also hosted their annual Picnic Basket Auction and Crown Classic Volleyball Tournament to raise money for the ZTA Foundation.

Theta Eta Stephen F. Austin State UniversityThis year, Theta Eta Chapter teamed up with other campus organizations on several projects. Each month, the chapter partners with a fraternity to host non-

alcoholic social events like movie nights, ice cream socials and service projects. The women also won first place in Sigma Lambda Beta’s Project Unity Step Show.

Theta Kappa University of Missouri-St. LouisTheta Kappa Chapter strived to increase its public, campus and alumnae relations this year. The women made a point to create catchy fliers and table tents with bright colors and slogans to raise awareness for its events. They also sent thank you letters to faculty members and other student organizations for their support of ZTA. A newsletter and mixers with the local alumnae also improved Theta Kappa’s alumnae-collegiate relations.

Theta Omicron Baylor UniversityThe chapter created a bi-weekly newsletter called The Strawberry Patch where meeting notes, important dates and more are featured in an effort to help keep all members informed. Theta Omicron Chapter also hosted a Pink Out event with the national champion Baylor Bears women’s basketball team to raise awareness and funds for the ZTA Foundation.

Theta Zeta Wofford CollegeEach week, Theta Zeta Chapter ends its meeting by giving out White Violets that recognize sisters for their outstanding teamwork, accomplishments and other good deeds that reflect positively on Zeta Tau Alpha. The women also make time to support their many sisters who compete on university athletic teams.

Theta Xi Rutgers UniversityA Theta Xi Chapter goal for the year was to increase its chapter GPA. To do this, the women hosted study hours twice a week, once at the chapter house and once at the campus library. To help promote ZTA values, the chapter also recognizes a sister every week for best exemplifying values found in The Creed.

Theta Nu Auburn University at MontgomeryTheta Nu Chapter’s Berry Bucks system helped the women improve their academic success. In this system, members receive Berry Bucks for each A or B they receive on a text, quiz or paper. The women are then able to use their bucks to receive prizes. Members can also receive awards for having the highest and most improved GPAs.

Theta Sigma Winthrop UniversityTheta Sigma Chapter’s main goal for the year was to build a better sisterhood. To do this, it held weekly sisterhood events that included a trip to Sky High for a trampoline jumping event, an Easter egg hunt, painting flower pots and gardening.

Theta Tau The University of North Carolina at Chapel HillTheta Tau Chapter hosted numerous philanthropy/service events this year. On top of its Franklin 5K race and a Pink Out game with the university football team, the women hosted a Think Pink®

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barbeque with Sigma Nu Fraternity, held a clothing drive, made Valentine’s Day cards with local Girl Scouts, and held a Trunk-or-Treat at an elementary school with Beta Theta Pi Fraternity.

Theta Phi California State University, FullertonTheta Phi Chapter created a Panhellenic Princess Award to honor sisters who promote positive Panhellenic spirit and Crown Society, a group to honor those members with a cumulative 3.5 GPA or higher. The chapter also provided more study hour proctors to help other members improve their grades and attain Crown Society status.

Theta Psi Texas State University-San MarcosTo better recognize its members’ successes, Theta Psi Chapter posts important news about member accomplishments and awards on the chapter’s social media pages. This has allowed members to support one another and gives parents, alumnae and the campus community a chance to see what it means to be a Zeta lady.

Theta Chi George Mason UniversityThe chapter hosted T.J. Sullivan, a CAMPUSPEAK speaker, at a chapter meeting to discuss servant leadership and tips on how to improve chapter management. After this event, many sisters became more engaged in ZTA activities and learned valuable skills for their ZTA and campus leadership positions. In fact, 56 percent of Theta Chi Chapter members hold a leadership position outside of the Fraternity.

Iota Alpha Robert Morris UniversityOn top of its breast cancer education and awareness efforts including Pink Out basketball and football games, bake

sales, and distributing pink ribbons and rally towels, the women banded together for another cause—muscular dystrophy—after a fraternity member on campus died from the disease. The chapter created its own ribbons, in the classmate’s Phi Sigma Kappa colors, to celebrate his life.

Theta Omega California State Polytechnic University, PomonaThe chapter holds a total chapter retreat twice a year to give all members the opportunity to get away from the stress of school and focus on their relationships as sisters. The chapter also found a box of letters Theta Omega charter sisters wrote to future generations of Zetas. Executive Committee members now read parts of these notes at each chapter meeting.

Iota Gamma The College of New JerseyTo improve upon its 2011 campus Chapter of the Year and Best Chapter Programming Awards, the women added even more sisterhood events to its calendar. Hayrides, ice skating trips, bowling nights and more were planned. The women also played games with fun facts about the Fraternity and Iota Gamma Chapter sisters.

Iota Delta Towson UniversityThis October, the chapter sold pink paper links on campus to create a giant paper chain that decorated the survivors’ tent

at the area Race for the Cure®. Each person who purchased a link could write a note or motivational quote on it. Sisters loved watching all the survivors read the notes during the race.

Iota Theta Georgia Institute of TechnologyThe chapter developed scholarship families, groups of sisters of varying ages but with the same majors, to provide an academic support and mentoring system. The women also participated in numerous philanthropy events including their annual poker tournament and The Color Run, a 5K race benefitting Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

Iota Eta University of Nevada, Las VegasThis year, the chapter has highlighted its members’ “Real Sorority Moves” on Iota Eta’s social media sites. It also hosted its annual Kiss Away Cancer Valentine’s Day fundraiser to raise money for the ZTA Foundation and added more sisterhood activities to its chapter meetings.

Iota Iota Fairleigh Dickinson UniversityTo recognize its members, Iota Iota Chapter created a Twitter account to share member accomplishments and have a sunshine chairman who makes birthday cards, treats and cute door decorations for members. The women also hosted weekly sisterhood dinners to promote ZTA values.

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Iota Xi Christian Brothers UniversityIn conjunction with the Memphis Alumnae Chapter, Iota Xi Chapter held its fourth annual Think Pink® Luncheon and Fashion Show with ZTA alumna and breast cancer survivor Geralyn Lucas as guest speaker. Members also hosted a Professor of the Month program to recognize great educators on the Christian Brothers campus.

Iota Nu Susquehanna UniversityPhilanthropic and community service are important to Iota Nu Chapter. This year, the women held a Kiss Away Cancer event where they distributed Hershey’s Kisses and pink ribbons, helped a local animal shelter, and made Valentines for the elderly with Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity.

Iota Omicron Lander UniversityThe chapter hosted a community-wide beauty pageant to help raise money for breast cancer education. Awards were given out for various age groups and some event highlights included best pink outfit and evening dress competitions. Iota Omicron Chapter also held a Pink Out Week on campus to raise awareness.

Iota Pi University of DaytonDuring chapter meetings, the chapter passes a cup around and each member has the opportunity to place a positive note about another sister in it. The notes are then read aloud to help reaffirm ZTA values and recognize members for good deeds. The sunshine chairman also sends positive notes and video clips to chapter members each week.

Iota Sigma Old Dominion UniversityOne of the chapter’s goals for the year was to increase its public relations. To do

this, the women set up a chapter Twitter account to promote events and update alumnae, parents and the campus about chapter happenings. Iota Sigma Chapter also improved its Facebook page and increased its number of “likes” by nearly 900.

Iota Rho East Carolina UniversityIota Rho Chapter held a sisterhood retreat at a local lake. This event allowed sisters to participate in team building activities including a game where teams had to spell out ZTA words and symbols. Members even had the opportunity to bond around the campfire, roasting hotdogs and marshmallows and sharing ghost stories.

Iota Phi North Carolina State UniversityTo help improve its risk reduction programming, Iota Phi Chapter asked

multiple speakers, including lawyers and police officers, to speak to the chapter on ways to stay safe. It also hosted its annual Hoops 4 Hope event and volunteered with 4K for Kay, a race honoring NC State’s former women’s basketball coach’s fight with breast cancer.

Iota Chi Middle Tennessee State UniversityThe chapter hosted a Mother and Daughter Tea where members were able to bond and share the true meaning of sisterhood with their mothers. Iota Chi Chapter also created a semester-long calendar of events to help improve chapter attendance by giving members plenty of time to plan ahead.

Iota Psi Rochester Institute of TechnologyIota Psi Chapter received RIT’s President’s Cup, an award given to the top Greek organization on campus, during the 2010-2011 year. To build on that success, the women hosted numerous events including speakers on alcohol abuse and domestic violence and its annual Make the Rink Pink and Mudtug philanthropy events.

Kappa Beta Presbyterian CollegeKappa Beta Chapter hosts a Pink Out event with each athletic team on campus where they distribute pink ribbons and

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hold raffles to raise money for the ZTA Foundation. The women also formed teams to participate in Relay for Life and Up ‘til Dawn, a fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Iota Omega University of MarylandUniversity of Maryland alumnus, actor Kevin Bacon, challenged all campus organizations to “Do Good” in a contest with the best service event winning a cash prize. Iota Omega stepped up to the challenge and placed second with its balloon release ceremony honoring survivors and hosting local physicians to talk to the campus and community about breast cancer.

Kappa Alpha Colorado State UniversityKappa Alpha Chapter hosted an informal dinner with Chi Omega sorority and a dessert party with Pi Beta Phi sorority in an effort to strengthen the campus’ Panhellenic spirit. The women also helped in the community by providing a local family with a Thanksgiving meal, participating in a prom for special needs children, and more.

Kappa Zeta Clemson UniversityTo help members thrive academically, Kappa Zeta Chapter increased its number of study sessions and moved them to the campus library, giving women more opportunity to learn in a productive environment. The chapter also cohosted a Greeks on the Beach event with Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity to raise money for breast cancer awareness.

Kappa Eta Rockhurst UniversityKappa Eta Chapter implemented a new Crown Scholars program, pairing members with sisters of the same major to promote academic mentoring and sisterly bonding. As a result, the chapter obtained that highest GPA among all of the sororities on the Rockhurst University campus.

Kappa Theta California State University, San BernardinoTo increase its community service, chapter members participated in one service activity per month. These activities included making Valentine’s Day cards for veterans, participating in blood drives, shopping trips with breast cancer survivors, food and clothing drives, and more.

Kappa Iota Moravian CollegeKappa Iota Chapter created a blog this year to help members studying abroad or participating in internships stay connected to the chapter by sharing stories on chapter experiences and accomplishments. A new newsletter also keeps parents up-to-date on chapter happenings.

Kappa Lambda University of Wisconsin OshkoshKappa Lambda Chapter reinstalled a point system to keep members on track with their grades, participation in other campus groups, study hours and more. With the system, the chapter has seen an increase in participation, especially with newly initiated members taking Program Council positions.

Kappa Mu Linfield CollegeKappa Mu Chapter members were assigned to be Berry Buddies with new members following Formal Recruitment. With weekly Berry Buddy Dates, new members were able to see sisterhood in action and feel connected with the chapter before receiving their Big Sister. The women also host a tea with their mothers each year as well as a dessert party with area alumnae.

Kappa Nu Monmouth UniversityChapter members regularly participate in the Meal at Noon program at a local church where hot meals are served to the less fortunate members of the community. This spring, the women also held a Senior Prom for residents of a local retirement home. These activities, along with their Pink Out and Big Man on Campus events, allow Kappa Nu Chapter to give back.

Kappa Xi The Richard Stockton College of New JerseyEach week, Kappa Xi Chapter gives out an award to the member who best displayed ZTA values and a member who performed well academically. During formals, Miss Freshman, Sophomore, Junior and Senior titles are also given to those who best live The Creed, further reinforcing the importance of being true Zeta ladies.

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Kappa Omicron Merrimack CollegeOn Bid Day, all members and new members were divided into nine Founders’ Groups that competed in a trivia contest, allowing everyone to have fun and get to know the new members. The sisterhood chairman also created a Strawberry Sister program this year, where members wrote weekly notes of encouragement to one another.

Kappa Pi University of South Carolina AikenKappa Pi Chapter made a goal to host more on-campus sisterhood events this year, allowing members to spend time together and showcase their sisterhood to others on campus. Executive Committee members also proctored study halls to provide members with a friendly atmosphere that was conducive to learning.

Kappa Rho University of South Carolina UpstateKappa Rho Chapter added PowerPoint presentations to its chapter meetings this year to help share information from every officer and committee. The women also began sharing ZTA facts, saying ZTA cheers and hosting mini trivia competitions during meetings to make them more lively and informational.

Kappa Sigma University of South FloridaOne of the chapter’s most popular sisterhood events was a game night where members played Catch Phrase with one another and shared delicious snacks. The event was so popular that several members requested a rematch. The women also participated in USF’s

Stampede for Service day and cleaned up a local state park.

Kappa Upsilon Georgia College & State UniversityKappa Upsilon Chapter was honored with the Outstanding Service Award at Georgia Zeta Day this year. Its service activities included its War of the Wings competition, Toss Away Cancer cornhole tournament, Kiss Away Cancer event, and Pack the House in Pink basketball game where members also sold pink pancakes.

Kappa Phi Christopher Newport UniversityTo stress the importance of healthy living, this spring, Kappa Phi Chapter hosted a self-defense mixer with Alpha Sigma Alpha, invited a personal trainer to visit a chapter meeting to share information on nutrition, and took a Zumba class as a group.

Kappa Chi Shorter UniversityKappa Chi Chapter hosted several sisterhood events this year including a trip to a drive-in movie, a Masquerade Formal where members even met beforehand to make fun masks, and

trips for frozen yogurt. Women also volunteered with the Boys & Girls Club and donated jeans for Teens for Jeans.

Kappa Psi Kutztown UniversityDuring Ritual Appreciation Week, the chapter reflected on why members chose to become Zetas. Sisters also discussed their favorite rituals and why they hold such a special meaning. The chapter also celebrated its five-year anniversary with Kappa Psi alumnae.

Kappa Omega Saint Louis UniversityIn an activity with the campus Greek Life office, Kappa Omega Chapter met in its Founders’ Groups and discussed how ZTA values compare with the university’s mission statement, leading to in-depth discussions about how to foster ZTA values in members’ everyday lives. The women also awarded several Panhellenic Princess Awards to members who attended the most campus Greek events.

Lambda Alpha Sacred Heart UniversityIn addition to its philanthropy events for the ZTA Foundation, Lambda Alpha Chapter promoted breast cancer education and awareness at the Sacred Heart University Relay for Life by selling pink lemonade and distributing pink ribbons, beads and more.

Lambda BetaUniversity of Rhode IslandLambda Beta Chapter encouraged each member to focus harder on her academics this year, and the hard work paid off as the chapter moved five spots up in the Greek GPA rankings at University of Rhode Island. The women also completed over 1,674 hours of community service, proving they are not only smart, but women of value.

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Collegiate News

Kappa Sigma Chapter

Kappa Upsilon Chapter Kappa Phi Chapter Kappa Omega Chapter

Lambda Gamma The University of Texas at San AntonioIn October, the chapter collaborated with two other student organizations to host a pet adoption that doubled as a pet Halloween costume contest. Lambda Gamma Chapter also hosted a Strike-a-Thon bowling tournament and Pink Out basketball game to raise money for the ZTA Foundation.

Lambda Delta Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiTo reward members for staying on top of their studies, members receive points for A’s they receive on tests, quizzes and papers. Each month, the member with the most points receives the Right on Target Award and a Target gift card. A trip to a ropes course at Camp Zephyr also helped members work on their teamwork skills and bond as a group.

Lambda Epsilon Indiana University - Purdue University IndianapolisTo help the new chapter improve upon its first year of success, Lambda Epsilon Chapter surveyed its members to discover which events and programming members most enjoyed. The women also volunteered with a local food bank to pack lunches for underprivileged children who do not receive healthy meals when not at school.

Lambda Zeta Lehigh UniversityDuring its first full year as a chapter, Lambda Zeta Chapter not only focused on members becoming great Zetas, but great members of the Lehigh campus by emphasizing involvement in campus organizations and events other than ZTA. To accomplish this, the women formed intramural sports teams and participated in the university’s Spring Fling and Spooktacular service event.

Lambda Eta Virginia Commonwealth UniversityLambda Eta Chapter was installed in fall 2011 and is already working hard to make a name for Zeta Tau Alpha on the VCU campus. Not only did the women reach out to other NPC and IFC groups to host events, but they collaborated with other campus organizations, including NPHC fraternities and sororities. Through these events, the women not only got to know one another better, but also helped others on campus learn more about ZTA.

Lambda Theta New York UniversityLambda Theta Chapter was installed in December 2011. With 84 new members, Founders’ Groups were critical in helping so many new members get to know one another. The women also took advantage of the many things New York City has to offer by planning sisterhood events that included ice skating in Bryant Park, touring the Museum of Natural History and even attending a taping of “The Martha Stewart Show.”

Lambda Iota Vanderbilt UniversityThe new chapter, installed in March 2012, hosted its first Pink Out event with the Vanderbilt University baseball team in April, selling pink lemonade and popcorn and distributing shower cards to fans. The women also participated in other campus events, including Dance Marathon and several fraternity philanthropy events.

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Collegiate News

Lambda Gamma Chapter Lambda Delta Chapter Lambda Zeta Chapter

Zeta Tau Alpha was founded nearly 114 years ago on the foundation of sisterhood and the desire to “Seek the Noblest” of women for membership. At the 2011 National Leadership Conference, collegiate chapters were asked to “Create the Change” and guide their members toward living ZTA’s values of loyalty, responsibility, service, leadership and commitment.

These longstanding, noble convictions to better our members and the world are of what fraternities and sororities should be most proud. Unfortunately, “Total Frat Moves” (TFM) and “Total Sorority Moves” (TSM) are taking over the Facebook and Twitter timelines of many young men and women. Blogs and #TFM and #TSM hashtags are misrepresenting what it means to be a fraternity/sorority member—from the trivial posts about crafting for a Little Sister to the more degrading posts about hazing and other unsafe practices. With the help of others in the

fraternity/sorority community, Zeta Tau Alpha is promoting “Real Sorority Moves” (RSM) that recognizes the sisterhood, opportunity and values associated with sorority membership. Real Sorority Moves can be found throughout these last 15 pages of Collegiate Themis Reports. Stressing the importance of academics, volunteering in the community, leading campus organizations and spending time with sisters are all examples of Real Sorority Moves.

We challenge all Zetas to focus on these Real Sorority Moves, share them with their friends and family, and brag about the good sorority membership can create. There is no better way to put an end to the stereotypes associated with fraternity/sorority life than to stop perpetuating them ourselves. We know that every ZTA chapter has Real Sorority Moves in which to boast; let’s share them #RSM.

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Real Sorority Moves

By Ashley MartinEditor

Luona Wang has Olympic spirit running in her veins. Her parents are former members of the Chinese national fencing team—her mother participated in the 1988 Olympic Games and her father refereed the 1992 and 1996 games. Even her name (pronounced Lone-ah) was chosen because her father had returned from the Barcelona games shortly before her birth in summer 1992.

Macy Dwyer and her family attended the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City when she was 9 years old. Being there and taking in the experience, she knew she wanted to go back as an athlete someday. She didn’t yet know kayaking would be her sport of choice, but she knew her goal was to be an Olympian.

While their paths have been different, both of these young Zetas are on the cusp of achieving their Olympic dreams. This summer, as athletes from across the globe step up to receive their medals in London, Luona and Macy will be back in

the United States, training and waiting for their chance to shine for Team USA on sport’s biggest stage.

Luona (Alpha Beta Chapter, University of Pennsylvania), refers to fencing as “physical chess,” a fitting description for an Ivy League student, majoring in biology basis of behavior with a healthcare management and Chinese double-minor. “I would say 80-90 percent of it is mental,” she says. “It really shows another side of a person, the inner strength and power they have.”

Having been exposed to the sport her entire life, Luona began fencing at 6 years old, feeling slightly obligated to follow in her parents’ footsteps, but quickly learning to love everything about it. “First of all, not everyone gets to play with a sword, and I do,” she laughs.

More serious is the amount of effort Luona puts forth to remain a top figure in her sport. While the typical Olympic fencer is age 25 to 40, Luona has competed with Team USA in other international events and recently finished second in the 2012 NCAA fencing tournament as a freshman. Training for fencing requires not only studying and practicing different footwork patterns, but also lots of running and exercise to build endurance for the non-stop physical activity of a bout.

Macy’s kayak training is a little different. Six days a week, Macy (Omicron Chapter, Brenau University) practices twice a day, for several hours, both in the water and completing cardiovascular and weight training exercises. According to Macy’s

father, kayaking is a cross between NASCAR and wrestling because it is so aggressive. In her sport, marathon kayaking, athletes start in a pack, work their way out and paddle for, typically, 15 miles.

“At the starting line, everyone lines up close together where you can just reach over and touch the person next to you,” she says. “As soon as you are allowed to go, it’s a huge fight. You’ll just start hitting each other with paddles and try to get as far as you can right at the start.”

In October 2011, at her second World Kayak Championships representing Team USA, Macy competed against some of the best kayakers in the world, many of whom are much older than her 19 years of age—the peak age for a kayaker is around 27—and finished eighth.

In the meantime, both Luona and Macy are confident their hard work will pay off and they too will get the chance to stand on the Olympic medal stand.

“It would be a dream come true to compete in an Olympics,” Luona says. “I hear my parents tell me stories about how hard it is to make the Olympic team. I am content with my success so far, but I’m not satisfied. I have a goal and I will achieve it.”

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Collegiate Profile

Zetas work toward Olympic dreams

Zeta Macy Dwyer kayaks with Team USA.

Zeta Luona Wang fences with Team USA.

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Membership Information Sheet

Copy this page to submit your MIS forms to chapters by regular mail

Please type or print in ink.

Chapter:___________________________ Potential Member’s Name:______________________________________________________Potential Member’s Home Address:______________________________________________________High School: ______________________________________________________Graduation Year:__________ Grade Point Average:__________ Grading Scale (4 pt., 5 pt., etc.):__________Parent or Guardian’s Name: ______________________________________________________Potential Member is a (please check one): New Student Returning Student -- GPA:__________ Transfer Student -- School Name:______________________________________________________ Check one: Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior

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For this Potential Member, I would like to (please check one): Highly Recommend Recommend Provide Information Only Other: Your Name:___________________________ I am an/a: Alumna CollegianCollegiate Chapter: ___________________________ University: ___________________________Your address: _________________________________________________________________________________Your email address:___________________________ Your phone: (____)____-______ Your signature: ______________________________________ The following is required if a collegian is submitting this form:Alumna Signature: ______________________________________ Alumna Phone: (____)____-______

Voluntary Membership Information Sheets (MIS) from alumnae help ZTA collegiate chapters identify potential new members. Using this form and other resources found at www.zetataualpha.org/MIS, you can recommend outstanding women for membership.

On this website, you will find additional MIS forms, instructions and the addresses for where to send forms for each collegiate chapter. You can even complete the MIS entirely online!

FIND ADDITIONAL RESOuRcES OR SuBmIT FORmS

ONLINE AT: www.zetataualpha.org/MIS

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Zeta Tau Alpha asks you to “Seek the Noblest.” In reality, you do the same each time you cast a ballot in your local, state or federal elections. This election year, ZTA would like to recognize its members who serve their communities in elected/appointed government positions or as lobbyists for change. Read about a few of the many Zetas who have heard the call of service.

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ZTA Elected Officials

Lauren Ladewig mauroMember of Winnsboro, Texas City Council

While there are many ways to familiarize yourself with a new city, Laura Ladewig Mauro (Theta Psi Chapter, Texas State University-San Marcos) chose one of the most official approaches when she moved to Winnsboro, Texas—join the City Council.

Mrs. Mauro and her husband had lived in Winnsboro for three years prior to her running for election, but she had always felt like the new kid in town. Her time-consuming duties as ZTA National President had left her little time to fully acquaint herself with her new community and neighbors. So as her time as National President was ending in 2010, Mrs. Mauro knew she finally had time to make herself at home in Winnsboro.

“I had served on the library board and the board of another local foundation, but I still didn’t really know anyone in town,” she says. “And I wanted

something to fill my time after I retired from National President. So when the mayor actually asked if I would be interested in joining the City Council, I figured, ‘why not?’.”

Since joining the City Council, Mrs. Mauro has not just been able to familiarize herself with the Winnsboro community and its people, but also with some of its most obscure rules. In fact, during her first meeting, she voted on a resolution to allow free-range chickens inside city limits.

“I am not a small town girl,” Mrs. Mauro says of Winnsboro’s population of almost 4,000, “so a lot of the things we vote on, like the chickens, I don’t know much about.” In instances like this, she is grateful for how ZTA has prepared her for the job.

“In so many ways, running a city is like running Zeta Tau Alpha,” she says. “To me, the most important part is being fair when voting and not setting a bad precedent. It’s important to do all of your research and to know that there are two sides to every story—and I learned all of that through ZTA.”

This summer, Mrs. Mauro begins her second term on both the Winnsboro City Council and as ZTA’s National Panhellenic Conference Delegate. Time will tell how long she serves in either position, but for now, Mrs. Mauro is proud to have been able to serve both her Winnsboro and ZTA communities.

Jennifer HattenFormer governor’s aide and campaign stafferSenior Director for Membership at the American Bankers Association

“Many times, people assume a political job is working for a campaign or elected official,” Jennifer Hatten says, “but there are important trade associations that also play a key role in the political process.” Trust her; she knows about both. While her current job is as a membership director with a large trade association, she has spent a decade serving as either an aide or presidential campaign staffer.

As a child, Jennifer remembers watching the news on television each night and devouring the newspaper as soon as it hit the driveway. So for the Zeta Alpha Chapter alumna, majoring in political science and communications while at University of Evansville was a no-brainer—it allowed her to take her love for politics and learn how to best communicate her thoughts and beliefs to others.

Soon after graduation, Jennifer found herself using those communications skills while working on then- Congressman Don Sundquist’s Tennessee gubernatorial campaign and then as part of his administrative staff following his election. As an aide to the governor, Jennifer worked in a variety of capacities, from managing his board and position appointments and campaign fundraising to supervising the selection of the Tennessee State quarter for the U.S. Mint.

Leaving the governor’s office in 2002—after eight years of service—Jennifer found herself back on the campaign

trail in 2007, scheduling and managing events as a staffer for Mike Huckabee’s presidential bid.

Still in the political shadows, but off the campaign trail, Jennifer now serves as senior director of membership for the American Bankers Association in Washington, D.C., the voice of the nation’s $13 trillion banking industry and a powerful force on the political and financial scene.

While her work as an aide, campaign staffer and trade association employee might not provide her much personal recognition in the political world, Jennifer wouldn’t trade one moment of being behind the scenes.

“There were some surreal experiences to say the least,” Jennifer says, looking back at her career, “and in some cases, it felt like a movie. Having had a front row to history and watching it unfold is pretty powerful stuff.”

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ZTA Elected Officials

Amy DavenportLobbyist for Patton Boggs, LLP

Amy Davenport’s career path at Patton Boggs, LLP began with an email in 2010. The junior at Beta Delta Chapter (Miami University) was forwarded a message about the Washington, D.C.-based law firm looking for summer interns to help with its pro bono client, the North American Interfraternity Conference.

“Given my love for ZTA and my passion for politics,” Amy says, “this seemed like the perfect opportunity. I had no idea how much I would love lobbying until I interned at Patton Boggs. Being a part of the legislative and political process is so much fun, whether it’s as a lobbyist, a staffer on the Hill or a volunteer on a campaign.”

Now, a fulltime policy specialist for the firm, Amy works primarily with universities, local governments and foreign embassies to research and track legislation that might affect them. Her research, along with cultivating relationships with members of Congress and White House staff, help to shape and influence the legislative process.

“Lobbyists can get a bad name sometimes,” she says of her profession, “but at the end of the day, it is very rewarding to see how the work you do can help a city repair its roads or build a new park or help a university do research that can benefit the greater good.”

Some of the good that her firm has done over the years is to help the North American Interfraternity Conference

Karen Williams FlemingTennessee Circuit Court Judge

To say Karen Williams Fleming loves the law could be an understatement. Not only has she practiced it as a lawyer, but also has written, enforced and interpreted it both as a member of the Tennessee General Assembly and as a Circuit Court Judge.

Karen began practicing law in 1976, but after just a few years working on a variety of cases as a general practice lawyer, she began to be bothered by how hard many of the laws were to interpret. To her, it was clear many of the state’s legislators did not really know much about law, even though they were the ones writing it. So in 1980, she ran for the Tennessee General Assembly. After losing that race by a mere 226 votes, she was finally elected in 1982—by just 67 votes—and again in five subsequent reelections.

“I don’t let people get by saying, ‘my vote doesn’t count.’ Every vote counts,” Karen says of her close elections.

Despite her love of the job, redistricting eventually led Karen to leave the legislature and move to the administrative branch of the state government as deputy commissioner of personnel. A little over a year later, a judgeship opened, and in April 1996, Karen moved to her third and final government branch to sit on the circuit court bench.

For the past 16 years, Karen has served as circuit court judge in the Memphis

area, hearing mainly civil cases. “I love the circuit court,” Karen says. “I’ve never really wanted to be a different type of judge. I get to hear a wide range of things, which I really enjoy. During nonjury term, it’s predominately family litigation and appeals from lower courts.”

According to Karen, it is very unique for a judge to have served each branch of the state government as she has—possibly only one or two others have done so in Tennessee. But as her time as a judge continues, she finds her work as a legislator to be very beneficial to her job.

“It helps that I had written the law for so many years,” Karen says of her time in the Tennessee General Assembly. “I understand the statutes, especially in the area of family law and laws regarding children because I did a great deal of work in those areas. We want judges to bring with them a whole range of experience because we use that to weigh testimony. Sometimes I talk to lawyers and say, ‘I think you’ll see my fingerprint on that bill.’”

Not only has her judgeship allowed her to resolve conflict and uphold the law, it also led her to Zeta Tau Alpha. In 1995, Karen became a special initiate of Iota Xi Chapter (Christian Brothers University) after meeting ZTA alumnae through one of her campaign volunteers, Martha Wallace (Gamma Delta Chapter, The University of Mississippi).

“Without Martha, I’d probably never have become a Zeta,” Karen says. Martha had encouraged Karen to volunteer at the Memphis Race for the Cure® where she became friends with many Zetas.

“I just have a ball with ZTA,” Karen says. “Joining ZTA is one of the most fun things I have done.”

Looking back at all that this judge has accomplished in the courtroom and legislative chamber, ZTA considers that to be high praise. And as sisters, we are honored to have her.

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ZTA Elected Officials

Debra cohn GoldmanCandidate for North Carolina State Auditor

Compared to many politicians, Debra Cohn Goldman’s journey to the campaign trail has been a little off the beaten path. The Gamma Epsilon Chapter alumna graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a degree in advertising and no dreams of becoming a politician. Two decades later, Debra has won a North Carolina Republican primary and is now in the running to become the next State Auditor.

A mix of business acumen and a passion to better her community led her to add her name to the ballot. Debra the businesswoman has enjoyed helping her community through business development; her jobs ranging from buying and management in the retail industry to directing a local staffing firm. Debra the neighbor has been active in her community, having served in various parent organizations; helping with parks and recreation; and working as a volunteer firefighter, EMT and Fire Police Officer who is trained in vehicle extraction and HAZMAT. It was in 2009, when she was elected to North Carolina’s Wake County Board of Education—the largest public school system in the state—that she realized combining both of these worlds could help her to even further help the community she loves.

“On the Board of Education, I have found myself particularly drawn to inadequacies in the way that policy and procedure are handled,” Debra says. “I enjoy reading every line of our

multibillion dollar budget and analyzing each business case. Because of this, I have led the charge to reform many areas of our school system and save millions of dollars.”

If elected Auditor, Debra hopes to help the entire state of North Carolina just as she has helped the Board of Education and the people it serves.

“It’s vital to the state that every cent is spent exactly where and how it is intended,” she says. “I feel that my training and abilities will bring a fresh and unique perspective to the Auditor’s office.”

Regardless of the election results, Debra is the perfect example of how tasks as simple as voting and, in Debra’s case, really caring about your children’s school system, can lead to great change. Your passion and involvement can take you to places you’ve never dreamed possible.

This November, exercise your right to voteThe Fifteenth and Nineteenth Amendments weren’t written for nothing, you know. Get informed on hot-topic issues and candidates’ platforms in your local, state and federal governments. Vote to let your voice be heard.

If you are a first-time voter or have moved since you last registered (even if it was just across town), you must register with your state government before voting. Most states require you to register at least 30 days prior to an election. Registering is simple! Forms can even be found and completed online.

lobby for policy change that affects the fraternity/sorority community. Each April, Patton Boggs helps 250 students and alumni visit Washington and meet with various members of the United States Congress. Topics for these visits have most recently included anti-hazing initiatives and the Collegiate Housing Infrastructure Act (CHIA), which would help not-for-profit student landlords—like fraternities and sororities—use tax deductible donations for housing improvements.

“The visits are such a great time to come together with other interfraternal members and work for a common cause,” she says. “I was fortunate that I was able to participate in the visits as a student. Now I’m helping to train the students how to effectively lobby and working with members of Congress to ensure that fraternities and sororities have a voice in D.C.”

Even if you don’t make it to Capitol Hill to lobby for a cause or run for office, Amy encourages you to stay informed

about topics you care about and take an active stance in public policy. Voting for candidates that you believe in, writing or calling your members of Congress, and giving money, even small amounts, to political causes are great ways to influence the policy-making process.

In the meantime, Amy intends to stay in Washington, lobbying for the things we all love.

votevisit your state government’s website or rock the vote’s electionland.com

for registration forms and voting information.

Each year, lucky ZTA graduates have the opportunity to serve the Fraternity full time as Traveling Leadership Consultants, crossing the country to visit our collegiate chapters. These women offer officer education, leadership and chapter development, and assistance with new chapters. A look back at the history of the program proves that serving as a consultant is more than a fun and rewarding experience; it has also been instrumental in developing successful collegiate ZTA chapters and members.

ZTA’s first version of the Traveling Leadership Consultant program began in 1912 as Grand Chapter (now called National Council) created a position on the board called National Inspector.

This Inspector visited both collegiate and alumnae chapters, making sure they were following ZTA methods of recordkeeping and properly performing rituals. According to early letters from Inspectors, in the 1920s, one of their primary responsibilities was also to administer the yearly test that was given to all Zetas and compile the results. These results were then published in Themis, so scoring low on your ZTA knowledge was not only a disappointment to your chapter, but also public knowledge.

By 1935, the office of National Inspector underwent its first name change as it became the position of Field Secretary. The focus of this position was less about making sure chapters memorized

information for a national test, and more geared toward helping members become effective leaders and scholars on their campuses. These early Field Secretaries were still considered to be part of Grand Chapter, but by end of the 1940s, the title was changed to Chapter Counselor and officially taken off of Grand Chapter. By the 1960s, the title of Field Secretary had come back into use, but was changed again in 1978 to Field Consultant. The sixth, and current, title of Traveling Leadership Consultant was officially adopted at the 1990 Convention.

“The consultant program has been a hugely important part of Zeta Tau Alpha’s history,” said ZTA Executive Director Deb Ensor, a former Field

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Meet the TLCs

Kappa Omicron ChapterMerrimack CollegeHometown: Nashua, N.H. Major: Mathematics & Secondary EducationHow she lives ZTA’s values: My favorite line in The Creed is “to be true to those within and without our circle.” I try to live it every single day by being a genuine person to everyone I meet.

Kelci Adams

Consultant program celebrates 100 years

Eta Xi ChapterVirginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityHometown: Woodbridge, Va.Major: Public Relations & SociologyWhat she hopes to contribute to the chapters she visits: I hope that my experience with Panhellenic and ZTA will offer opportunities to improve chapter operations and that my enthusiasm will motivate chapter women.

Kylie Bopp

Zeta Beta ChapterThiel CollegeHometown: Tarentum, Pa.Major: Neuroscience and PsychologyWhy she wants to be a TLC: Being a Zeta is, and has been, one of the most important things in my life, and I want to share my knowledge and love for ZTA with other sisters.

Michelle Blose

Gamma Pi ChapterThe University of GeorgiaHometown: Suwannee, Ga.Major: Digital and Broadcast Journalism & Personal and Organizational LeadershipWhy she wants to be a TLC: I was encouraged to pursue the thing that I was most passionate about. At this point of my life, I am passionate about working with college student leaders.

Hannah Drum

2012-2013 TRAvELING LEADERShIP CONSULTANTS

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Secretary and Field Consultant. “Our early leaders recognized the need to not just ‘Seek the Noblest,’ but to have members whose responsibility it is to continuously develop all Zetas and chapters into high-functioning, women of character.”

Qualifications for a Traveling Leadership Consultant include collegiate chapter officer or campus leadership experience, membership recruitment ability, enthusiasm, creativity, the ability to work with different types of people, and loyalty to the Fraternity. Travel usually begins in early August, preceded by a period of job orientation and education. The Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation funds the portion of TLC expenses including leadership training and personal development.

“We look for women from a variety of backgrounds who have a passion for the Fraternity and to help others make the most of their ZTA membership,” Deb said. “We’ve seen many of these women use their experiences as consultants to become valuable Fraternity volunteers later in life.” In fact, two of the nine 2010-2012 National Council members once served the Fraternity as a consultant as well as three IO staff members.

Over the past several years, as ZTA continues to open new chapters, the Traveling Leadership Consultant program has grown to be the largest in the fraternity/sorority world. In the 2012-2013 academic year, 20 young women will travel on behalf of Zeta Tau Alpha—a record for the Fraternity. In the pages to follow, learn more about each of these new Traveling Leadership Consultants.

Kappa Sigma ChapterUniversity of South FloridaHometown: Dunedin, Fla.Major: Public HealthOne item she will travel with throughout the year: I will be traveling with my gnome luggage tag because it has a special meaning to my sisters and me, reminding me that I will never roam alone.

Samantha Hamilton

Beta Nu ChapterNew Mexico State UniversityHometown: Farmington, N.M.Major: Secondary EducationWhy she wants to be a TLC (again): I continue to travel because being a part of a chapter’s growth and pushing members to be their best has been the most rewarding experience. I want to inspire them to “Seek the Noblest.”

Jacque Kennedy

Delta Zeta ChapterSam Houston State UniversityHometown: Tomball, TexasMajor: PhilosophyHer favorite ZTA memory: Being on recruitment and initiation teams for the Lambda Delta Chapter at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. This was the first time I experienced ZTA on a national level.

SuZanne Kelley

Eta Beta ChapterDuquesne UniversityHometown: Pittsburgh, Pa.Major: Corporate CommunicationsWhat she hopes to contribute to the chapters she visits: I hope that I am able to inspire these women to live the ideals of ZTA throughout all aspects of their life.

Molly McCann

How to become a TLc: ZTA collegiate seniors are encouraged to apply for the Traveling Leadership Consultant program. Each fall, applications are posted on www.zetataualpha.org/Sisters Only/Resources/Collegiate Officers/Collegiate President and are usually due around Dec. 1. Consultants must be available for a two-week training course in Indianapolis starting in late July 2013 and to begin traveling immediately upon the conclusion of training.

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Delta Omega ChapterWestminster CollegeHometown: Ashtabula, OhioMajor: Political ScienceWhy she wants to be a TLC: While I was chapter president, we received help from an amazing TLC. I want to be a TLC so I can work to help chapters the way that I saw mine improve with the help of a consultant.

Katelyn Moga

Kappa Zeta ChapterClemson UniversityHometown: Ward, S.C.Major: Health Sciences How she lives ZTA’s values: At the core of a successful woman is a heart and mind of confidence and love for others. By loving others and loving myself, I show the world how ZTA will continue to make a difference in the world.

Katelyn Rutland

Theta Eta ChapterStephen F. Austin State UniversityHometown: Texas City, TexasMajor: Communications Studies What she hopes to contribute to chapters she visits: I hope to contribute to higher levels of thinking and efficiency in chapter operations, as well as sharing new ideas on how to have fun and get business done.

Jessica Patterson

Psi ChapterUniversity of WashingtonHometown: Calabasas, Calif.Major: PsychologyWhy she wants to be a TLC: I want to make a positive impact on and form lasting relationships with collegiate women across the country, following the example of the TLCs I connected with as a collegian.

Lesley Schreiber

Lambda Zeta ChapterLehigh UniversityHometown: Lebanon Township, N.J.Major: Journalism/CommunicationOne item she will travel with throughout the year: Everyone that has ever worked with me knows I always bring sharpie pens with me everywhere.

Adina Rothfeld

Delta Kappa ChapterLouisiana State UniversityHometown: Shreveport, La.Major: Graphic DesignHer favorite ZTA memory: One of the most meaningful moments for me was when I got a letter from my mom after my initiation. She told me how she could already see the positive difference ZTA had made in my life.

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During the 2011-2012 school year, 16 Traveling Leadership Consultants traveled the country to assist ZTA collegiate chapters. These women made a total of 352 chapter visits to 149 active ZTA chapters. Here are some fun facts from the TLCs’ year on the road.

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Meet the TLCs

Iota Eta ChapterUniversity of Nevada, Las VegasHometown: Las Vegas, Nev.Major: Kinesiology One item she will travel with throughout the year: My running shoes because my favorite thing to do when I get a few minutes of free time is to just go for a run or work out to clear my mind.

Lauren Simons

Beta Delta ChapterMiami UniversityHometown: Naperville, Ill.Major: Early Childhood EducationWhat she hopes to contribute to the chapters she visits: I want to help create enthusiastic leaders who will work to make their chapters more successful and strengthen their passion for ZTA.

Alyssa Sterioti

Beta Delta ChapterMiami UniversityHometown: Cincinnati, OhioMajor: Early Childhood EducationHow she lives ZTA’s values: I have made the values of our organization the foundation for all that I do. I have been dedicated to learning and growing in the presence of others.

Alison Templeman

Eta Lambda ChapterCollege of Charleston Hometown: Belmont, N.C.Major: Hospitality and TourismWhat she hopes to contribute to the chapters she visits: I hope to show women how much ZTA can make a difference in their lives. I want to leave them with a sense of satisfaction that they can become better, nobler women.

Kelsey Thompson

Gamma Pi ChapterThe University of GeorgiaHometown: Milledgeville, Ga.Major: Public RelationsWhy she wants to be a TLC: What other job lets you travel the country, visit colleges and help give back? I can’t wait to make some great memories to add to all of the ones ZTA has already given me!

Hannah Strickland

Alpha Psi ChapterUniversity of MissouriHometown: Millstadt, Ill.Major: Human Development & Family ScienceOne item she will travel with throughout the year: I am so thankful I had my camera while traveling this past year. It was great to be able to capture all of the amazing experiences I had while traveling.

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Zeta Tau Alpha has a new partner in the Survivor Recognition Program at the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure®. Bank of America has joined ZTA for the 2012 race season. Its logo and the ZTA logo are now printed on the Survivor hats, Survivor T-shirts, and “In Celebration of” and “In Memory of” back signs. Bank of America has also produced special Survivor bags for the race events that include the ZTA logo.

“We are proud to welcome Bank of America as a co-sponsor for the Race for the Cure Survivor Recognition Program,” says ZTA Foundation Vice President

of Philanthropy Sherry Server Tilley. “Through this partnership, we are able to increase the amount of resources and outreach capacity to honor breast cancer survivors and fulfill our mission to recognize these every day heroes.”

ZTA became the founding sponsor of the Race for the Cure’s National Series Breast Cancer Survivor Recognition Program in 1992. Since that time, ZTA has continually served as a national sponsor of the program.

More than 5,000 ZTA collegians and alumnae volunteer in excess of 50,000

hours each year at the more than 130 Race for the Cure events nationwide. Many of the volunteer tasks take place in Survivor Recognition Tents and include helping with registration, distributing back signs, organizing survivor parades, greeting survivors at the finish line and other activities.

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These Founders Club members were honored at Convention 2012 for their donations to the Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation during the biennium.

$275,000 Level Indiana University (Alpha Xi) $175,000 Level Purdue University (Alpha Theta) $125,000 Level Houston, Texas Alumnae AssociationUniversity of Miami (Gamma Alpha) $100,000 Level The University of Georgia (Gamma Pi) The University of North Carolina

at Chapel Hill (Theta Tau) University of South Carolina

(Beta Omicron) Youngstown State University

(Zeta Gamma) Youngstown, OH Alumnae Chapter $75,000 Level Auburn University (Gamma Rho)University of Florida (Gamma Iota) $50,000 Level California State Polytechnic University,

Pomona (Theta Omega) Florida State University (Beta Gamma) Ft. Worth, TX Alumnae ChapterLouisiana State University (Delta Kappa) Texas A&M University (Theta Gamma) Texas Tech University (Gamma Tau) The Richard Stockton College

of New Jersey (Kappa Xi) University of Arkansas (Epsilon) $25,000 Level Austin, TX Alumnae Chapter

California State University, Fullerton (Theta Phi)

Central Michigan University (Gamma Omicron)

Clemson University (Kappa Zeta) College of Charleston (Eta Lambda) Dallas, TX Alumnae AssociationGeorgia Institute of Technology

(Iota Theta) Georgia Southern University (Zeta Xi) Georgia State University (Delta Lambda) Jacksonville State University (Zeta Psi)James Madison University (Gamma Kappa) Martha Richart GirdlestoneMemphis, TN Alumnae ChapterMississippi State University (Gamma Zeta) North Carolina State University (Iota Phi) Rutgers University (Theta Xi) Sam Houston State University (Delta Zeta) Samford University (Delta Psi) San Antonio, TX Alumnae ChapterStephen F. Austin State University

(Theta Eta) Texas Christian University (Gamma Psi) Texas State University-San Marcos

(Theta Psi) The University of Alabama (Nu) The University of Iowa (Alpha Omicron) The University of North Alabama

(Eta Rho) The University of Texas at Arlington

(Zeta Sigma) The University of Texas at Austin (Kappa) University of North Texas (Gamma Phi) University of South Florida (Kappa Sigma) University of Tennessee, Knoxville (Zeta) University of Virginia (Gamma Nu) Westminster College (Delta Omega) Wofford College (Theta Zeta) $10,000 Level Arkansas Tech University (Theta Theta) Augusta State University (Eta Mu)

Baylor University (Theta Omicron) California State University, San Bernardino (Kappa Theta) Centenary College of Louisiana (Beta Iota) Central Texas Alumnae ChapterChristian Brothers University (Iota Xi) Christopher Newport University

(Kappa Phi)Dallas, TX Area Night Alumnae ChapterDuke University (Phi) Elon University (Eta Zeta) Florida Gulf Coast University (Kappa Tau) Florida Southern College (Delta Beta) George Mason University (Theta Chi) Georgia College & State University

(Kappa Upsilon)High Point University (Delta Gamma)Indiana State University (Gamma Chi)Merrimack College (Kappa Omicron)Miami University (Beta Delta)Michigan State University (Beta Phi) New Mexico State University (Beta Nu)North Fulton Link of Georgia

Alumnae ChapterNorthern New Jersey Alumnae ChapterNorthwestern University (Alpha Phi) Ohio Northern University (Delta Theta)Oklahoma State University

(Alpha Upsilon) Radford University (Eta Nu) Rider University (Zeta Lambda) Rochester Institute of Technology

(Iota Psi) Sacred Heart University (Lambda Alpha)Saint Louis University (Kappa Omega) Salisbury University (Theta Delta) Shorter University (Kappa Chi) St. Louis, MO Alumnae ChapterThe University of North Carolina

at Charlotte (Eta Tau) The University of Texas at San Antonio

(Lambda Gamma) University of Central Florida (Eta Kappa) University of Dayton (Iota Pi) University of Evansville (Zeta Alpha) University of Houston (Gamma Omega) University of Michigan (Alpha Gamma) University of Missouri (Alpha Psi) University of Missouri-St. Louis

(Theta Kappa) University of Nevada, Las Vegas (Iota Eta) University of New Orleans (Delta Nu) University of North Florida (Theta Iota) University of South Carolina Aiken

(Kappa Pi) University of South Carolina Upstate

(Kappa Rho) Valdosta State University (Eta Iota) Virginia Polytechnic Institute

and State University (Eta Xi) Washburn University (Alpha Mu) West Chester University of Pennsylvania

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1) Eta Gamma Chapter (West Chester University of Pennsylvania) improves its bonds of sisterhood by completing a ropes course. 2) Members of Kappa Omicron Chapter (Merrimack College) are all smiles before the chapter’s annual Think Pink® auction to raise money for the ZTA Foundation. 3) Collegians from Psi Chapter (University of Washington) enjoy the cold weather together by taking photos with various campus landmarks. 4) Trips to the bowling alley are just a few of the many sisterhood events Theta Gamma Chapter (Texas A&M University) hosts each year. 5) A Gamma Zeta (Mississippi State University) graduate celebrates her special day with ZTA sisters.

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6) Iota Gamma Chapter (The College of New Jersey) seniors enjoy their last Bid Day celebration together. 7) Women of Alpha Phi Chapter (Northwestern University) get in the Halloween spirit with a pumpkin carving sisterhood event. 8) Alpha Psi Chapter (University of Missouri) members volunteer with a horse therapy organization during Mizzou Greek Week. 9) Members of Delta Gamma Chapter (High Point University) prepare to make whipped cream pies for their Pie a Big Man philanthropy event. 10) Members of ZTA’s newest chapter, Lambda Iota (Vanderbilt University), celebrate their initiation and chapter installation in March 2012.

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By Susan Beard, ΔΨPatricia Cords Levitte, ΒΦArchives Committee Co-Chairmen

One of the most popular shows on cable today is the History Channel’s “American Pickers.” Mike and Frank, two antique dealers and self-proclaimed “pickers,” scour the country in search of hidden treasures. As the archivists of ZTA, we are always actively searching for Fraternity treasures to add to the historical collection. We may not drive a van around the country, but instead, a network of sisters is helping to find “lost” ZTA treasures all over the nation!

The earliest Zeta “picker” was Historian Emerita Shirley Kreasan Strout, ZTA’s historian from 1922 to 1957. It is through her efforts that the Fraternity has so many items belonging to the Founders and early members. But it is still possible to find very early ZTA treasures. In fact, this May, Barbara Kazanjian Purks (Delta Beta, Florida Southern College) alerted us to an online auction posting of a miniature ZTA badge, one that was only used until around 1906. Very few of these badges were made and were only worn by the earliest members—making them a valuable part of ZTA’s history. In fact, until that purchase, the Fraternity only had one other such badge in our historical collection.

Barbara has also donated some very unique items to the Archives over the past five years, things that truly enhance our exhibits. One of her finds is pictured here, a silver-plated sugar and creamer set. Each piece is engraved “ZTA 6 of ’23” and was given as favors to officers at a dinner at the 1923 Convention in Estes Park, Colo. Prior to this donation, we didn’t think any of these sets still existed! Barbara has also donated metal

jeweler’s dies used in the production of our earliest badges and are on display in International Office’s badge exhibit. Her finds are truly irreplaceable pieces of ZTA’s past.

A ZTA “treasure” doesn’t necessarily need to be old to be valuable to the Archives. One of our recent acquisitions is a beautiful, hand-pieced quilt, donated by Susie Chapman Bonness (Gamma Chi Chapter, Indiana State University).

This quilt, designed with ZTA colors and symbols, was made in celebration of the Kokomo, IN Alumnae Chapter’s 40th anniversary in 2009, and was shown at a variety of quilt shows before it came to be part of the Archives. It even traveled to ZTA Convention this summer to be viewed and enjoyed alongside other Fraternity treasures.

Every item ZTA receives for the Archives is a donation. Luckily, we have many members and friends who keep an eye out while antiquing and shopping online.

Do you have something in your attic that would add to the historical collection? We are always looking for antique, unusual and special items to add to ZTA’s Archives and historical displays at IO. If you have something you wish to donate, please send it to International Office c/o Archives, 3450 Founders Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268. Email us at zetataualpha@zetataualpha.org (Subject: Archives).

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From the Archives

Zeta “Pickers”: cultivating ZTA’s archives

Silver-plated sugar and creamer set from 1923 donated to the Archives by Barbara Kazanjian Purks.

A hand-pieced ZTA quilt is one of the newest items to join the ZTA Archives exhibit.

This coming fall, Zeta Tau Alpha will reactivate or establish three new chapters. This spring, we will reactivate two more. If you know potential new members at these schools, please complete a Membership Information Sheet for each of them. You may follow the online instructions at www.zetataualpha.org/MIS or use the form on page 25. If you choose to mail your MIS, please send the completed forms to International Office, 3450 Founders Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268.

We are looking for outstanding, unaffiliated students in all classes from freshmen to seniors.

Fall 2012University of California, Berkeley (Upsilon Chapter)

MIS Deadline: Sept. 10Arkansas State University (Zeta Omicron Chapter)

MIS Deadline: Aug. 30Appalachian State University

MIS Deadline: Sept. 24

Spring 2013Longwood University (Alpha Chapter)

MIS Deadline: Jan. 25Tulane University (Beta Kappa Chapter)

MIS Deadline: Jan. 25

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Directory of Zeta Tau Alpha

Founded at Longwood University • Farmville, Virginia • October 15, 1898Note: These listings reflect the 2010-2012 National Council and National Housing Corporation Board of Directors. Elections for both will be held at Convention, June 27-July 1. Please log in to Sisters Only on the ZTA website (www.zetataualpha.org) after July 2 for the updated listings.

INTERNATIONAL OFFICE (IO)ExECuTIvE DIRECTOR — Deb Ensor3450 Founders Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268 Phone: (317) 872-0540; Fax: (317) 876-3948 Website: http://www.zetataualpha.org Email: zetataualpha@zetataualpha.orgOffice Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST

FOuNDERS Maud Jones Horner, Died August 20, 1920Della Lewis Hundley, Died July 12, 1951 Alice Bland Coleman, Died June 11, 1956 Mary Jones Batte, Died December 3, 1957 Alice Grey Welsh, Died June 21, 1960Ethel Coleman Van Name, Died January 24, 1964 Helen M. Crafford, Died September 17, 1964Frances Yancey Smith, Died April 23, 1977 Ruby Leigh Orgain, Died October 22, 1984

HISTORIAN EMERITA Mrs. Ross P. Strout (Shirley Kreasan), Died August 21, 1978

SECRETARY-TREASuRER EMERITAMrs. Helen Winton Jenkins, Died July 1, 1987Mrs. Nelly Galloway Shearer

NATIONAL SERvICE CHAIRMAN EMERITAMrs. Anne Winnes Redmond, Died November 17, 2006

EDITOR EMERITAMrs. Betty Hillix Foellinger, Died April 17, 1992

PuBLICATIONSSend to IO, Attn: Department of Communications

NATIONAL COuNCILNATIONAL PRESIDENT — Keeley McDonald Riddle,

96 Ford Road, Landing, NJ 07850 vICE PRESIDENT COLLEGIATE — Natalie M. Yingling, 328

Fawn Trail, Cranberry Township, PA 16066 (Director of Area I, including Provinces I-Alpha, I-Beta, II-Alpha, II-Beta, II-Gamma, II-Delta, III-Alpha, III-Beta, III-Gamma, IV-Alpha, IV-Beta, IV-Gamma)

vICE PRESIDENT COLLEGIATE — Stacey Verkest Voigt, 1301 Tuscany Drive, Colleyville, Texas 76034 (Director of Area II, including Provinces VI-Alpha, VI-Beta, VI-Gamma, VII-Alpha, VII-Beta, VII-Gamma, VIII-Alpha, VIII-Beta, VIII-Gamma, IX-Alpha, IX-Beta, X-Alpha, XI-Alpha, XI-Beta, XI-Gamma, XI-Delta)

vICE PRESIDENT COLLEGIATE — Kelley Snow Harmon, 2803 Elizabeth Avenue, Fayetteville, AR 72703 (Director of

Area III, including Provinces XII-Alpha, XII-Beta, XIII-Alpha, XIV-Alpha, XV-Alpha, XVI-Alpha, XVI-Beta, XVII-Alpha, XVII-Beta, XVII-Gamma XVIII-Alpha, XVIII-Beta, XIX-Alpha, XIX-Beta)

vICE PRESIDENT ALuMNAE — Lori A. Peters, 3784 Nathan Court, Brunswick, OH 44212 (Director of Area I, including Districts I-Alpha, I-Beta, II-Alpha, III-Alpha, III-Beta, IV-Alpha, VI-Alpha, VII-Alpha, VII-Beta, VIII-Alpha, VIII-Beta, IX-Alpha, XII-Alpha, XVI-Alpha, XVI-Beta)

vICE PRESIDENT ALuMNAE — Diane Hanson Keegan, 23855 Mountain Laurel Court, Murrieta, CA 92562 (Director of Area II, including Districts X-Alpha, XI-Alpha, XI-Beta, XI-Gamma, XI-Delta, XIII-Alpha, XIV-Alpha, XV-Alpha, XV-Beta, XV-Gamma, XVII-Alpha, XVIII-Alpha, XVIII-Beta, XVIII-Gamma, XIX-Alpha, XIX-Beta, XIX-Gamma)

SECRETARY-TREASuRER — Dinah Jackson Laughery, 3513 Savoy Court, Austin, TX 78738

NPC DELEGATE — Laura Ladewig Mauro, 801 Circle Drive, Winnsboro, TX 75494

ExTENSION DIRECTOR — Marlene Dunbar Conrad, 5637 Harbormist Drive, Powder Springs, GA, 30127

ZETA TAu ALPHA FRATERNITY HOuSING CORPORATION PRESIDENT — Julia Marthaler Hill, 290 Highland View Drive, Birmingham, AL 35242vICE PRESIDENT — Martha Gorum Jackson, 4187 North

Sabino Mountain Drive, Tucson, AZ 85750 TREASuRER — Dinah Helms Cook, 188 Gregg Parkway,

Columbia, SC 29206SECRETARY — Marty E. Sik, 1217 Newbridge Trace, Atlanta,

GA 30319DIRECTOR AT LARGE — Susan Beard, 2309 Empire Road,

Birmingham, AL 35226DIRECTOR AT LARGE — Cynthia Byars Courtney, 5644

Pillsbury Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55419DIRECTOR AT LARGE — Jayne Ann Scoggins Hungate, 1671

E. Caracas Ave, Hershey, PA 17033DIRECTOR AT LARGE — Jan Spradley McCarthy, 903 Sleepy

Hollow Cove, Oxford, MS 38655DIRECTOR AT LARGE — Kay McCoy McKelvey, 5635

Mistridge Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275DIRECTOR AT LARGE — Terri Dew Millsap, 111 E. Edgewood

Drive, Homewood, AL 35209DIRECTOR AT LARGE — Lacy Schneider O’Connor, 5403

Braxtonshire, Houston, TX 77069DIRECTOR AT LARGE — Dorothy Coates Pataky, 5830 Old

Ranch Road, Riverside, CA 92504DIRECTOR AT LARGE — Nancy Jo Floyd Stipp, 210 King

George Road, Greenville, SC 29615

DIRECTOR AT LARGE — Christine Flora Stull-Walter, 1044 Saratoga Circle, Indianapolis, IN 46280

DIRECTOR — Keeley McDonald Riddle (See National President)

DIRECTOR — Dinah Jackson Laughery (See National Secretary-Treasurer)

DIRECTOR — Becky Hainsworth Kirwan (See Foundation President)

ZETA TAu ALPHA FOuNDATIONPRESIDENT — Becky Hainsworth Kirwan, 14601 Beach Road,

Chesterfield, VA 23838vICE PRESIDENT OF DEvELOPMENT — Deb Ensor (See Executive Director)vICE PRESIDENT OF PHILANTHROPY — Sherry Server Tilley,

8028 Fawnwood Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46278vICE PRESIDENT OF SCHOLARSHIP — Catherine G. Slaughter,

9212 Cedardale Drive, Plano, TX 75025SECRETARY/TREASuRER — Kay Dill Kreutzer, 25035 W.

Beachgrove Road, Antioch, IL 60002DIRECTOR — Ms. Martha C. Edens, 6311 Eastshore Road,

Columbia, SC 29206DIRECTOR — Nora Nell Hardy Jackson, 7219 FM 755, Rio

Grande City, TX 78582DIRECTOR — Keeley McDonald Riddle (See National

President)DIRECTOR — Dinah Jackson Laughery (See National

Secretary-Treasurer)DIRECTOR — Julia Marthaler Hill (See FHC President)DIRECTOR — Dinah Helms Cook (See FHC Treasurer)

NPC DELEGATESPD — Laura Ladewig Mauro (See NPC Delegate)PDA I — Deb Ensor (See Executive Director)PDA II — Stephanie Arnette Powell, 2421 Bagley Road,

Cumming, GA 30041PDA III — Malaea Nelms Seleski, 440 SE. 1st Terrace,

Pompano Beach, FL 33060

TRAvELING LEADERSHIP CONSuLTANTSKelci Adams, Michelle Blose, Kylie Bopp, Hannah Drum, Samantha Hamilton, SuZanne Kelley, Jaque Kennedy, Molly McCann, Katie Moga, Jessica Patterson, Adina Rothfeld, Katelyn Rutland, Lesley Schreiber, Elizabeth Scott, Lauren Simons, Alyssa Sterioti, Hannah Strickland, Alison Templeman, Kelsey Thompson, Lauren Weilbacher. Send TLC mail c/o ZTA International Office, 3450 Founders Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268.

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