Fall 2014: What Have We Been Up To?

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Fall 2014: What Have We Been Up To? The Epsilon Gamma Chapter at Western Carolina University has accomplished tons this semester! We have raised over $2,000 for Autism Speaks, participated in a number of different philanthropy events on campus, received the Academic Achievement Award for a 3.0 or above chapter GPA, started a Bible study, initiated seven new sisters, and said “see you soon” to a few of our amaXIng sisters!

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This semester we are proud to announce that we have raised a total of $2,679 for Autism Speaks through a number of different events. The events included our annual AmaXIng Challenge, Xi Hop, as well as a donut and hot chocolate bar!

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In addition to all of the money that we have raised for Autism Speaks, our sisters joined together with the brother of Pi Kappa Alpha for a roadside cleanup.

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Homecoming 2014 On October 24th, our sisters participated in the homecoming parade that was held in downtown Sylva. Sisters rode on the Pi Kappa Alpha fire truck, as well as walked with our banner and gave candy out to kids that were watching in the crowd!

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Sisterhood This semester, our chapter initiated seven new members! We are so proud to introduce your new sisters: (T-B & L-R)Haleigh Teegarden, Brooke Scoggins, Lexi Ross, Mallory Warren, Allie Russel, Josie Lucas, and Amelia Richardson

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New Alumnae We are so happy to have initiated seven new sisters this semester but are sad to say “see you soon” to our graduating sisters. We are so blessed to have spent the time that we did with each of them and wish them all the best in their future endeavors! Please welcome Sarah Phillips, Emily Dobbs, Lacey Mann, and Katie Gilbert as the newest Alpha Xi Delta Alumnae!

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Coming Up We are all so excited for the upcoming school year in 2015! We have tons to look forward to… Recruitment kicks off January 28th, and bid day is the 31st, so keep an eye out for our new members! We will also be having a yard sale to raise money for Autism Speaks on February 28th, which will be held on campus, as well as a 5K on April 11th! Our Founders Day Ceremony date is to be announced but expect invitations soon!

Stay connected with our chapter through social media: Facebook: facebook.com/alphaxideltawcu Instagram: alphaxideltawcu Twitter: @WCUalphaxidelta

Questions? Have questions about upcoming events or chapter news? Contact Alumni Relations Chair Kayla Sempervive at 908.227.0630, or by email at [email protected]

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Epsilon  Gamma  Alumnae  Group   Here  is  a  brief  update  concerning  our  Epsilon  Gamma  Alumnae  Group.  Membership  dues  are  $100   per  year  or  a  one-­‐time  payment  of  $500  for  a  lifetime.     In  just  a  short  period  of  time,  we  have  received  membership  support  from  three  “Lifetime  Members,”   and  membership  commitments  from  many  other  sisters  that  are  in  the  process  of  joining.  We  are  in  the   process  of  projecting  a  budget,  and  we  are  beginning  to  plan  for  the  2015  school  year.     Organizationally,  we  are  investigating  our  opportunities  to  obtain  non-­‐profit  status  and  for  registering   with  Alpha  Xi  Delta  Head  Quarters.  Our  goal  is  to  spend  all  of  the  funds  collected  for  dues,  donations,  and   interests  earned  on  the  active  Epsilon  Gamma  Chapter.     As  always,  we  appreciated  your  suggestions  and  feedback.     This  group  will  be  dedicated  to  the  continuous  improvement  and  support  of  the  active  chapter.  Our   mission  will  be  to  provide  financial  assistance,  mentorship,  guidance,  education,  and  leadership  opportunities   when  needed.     We  plan  to  fund  leadership  and  educational  workshops,  as  well  as  help  individual  sisters  who  may   face  financial  hardships  from  home  or  while  at  school.  We  plan  to  budget  for  our  sisters’  graduation  gifts  and   to  participate  in  our  annual  Founders  Day  Ceremony.     Anyone  wishing  to  pay  their  dues  or  to  make  a  donation  should  make  their  checks  out  to  Epsilon   Gamma  Alumnae  Group  and  send  to  the  address  below.              

  Send  Checks  To:   Margaret  Witt  (Financial  Advisor)     2733  Judes  Ferry  Road     Powhatan,  VA  23139       Please  include  an  email  address,  contact  phone  number,  and  mailing  address.  Upon  receipt,   an  email  confirming  the  deposit  date  will  be  sent  for  each  check  received.  We  thank  you  in   advance  for  your  support!       Xi  Love,       The Epsilon Gamma Chapter Advisors

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