FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 29, 2012
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Theta Phi Alpha Announces Eight National Presidents Plan to Attend Centennial Convention We are pleased to announce that our eight consecutive National Presidents, representing the Fraternity’s leadership since 1974, will join us for our Centennial Convention in Ann Arbor, Michigan – the home of Theta Phi Alpha’s founding. Joining our current National President, Katherine Prokupek Gaver, will be: •
Mary Louise Conrad Swartz, Sigma, 1974 – 1976
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Susan Stark Paddock, Kappa, 1976 – 1984
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Patricia Manelski Giallanza, Upsilon, 1984 – 1988
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Theresa Primrosch Kinch, Alpha Epsilon, 1988 – 1992
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Katherine A. Evans, Alpha Nu, 1992 – 1998
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Rosemary T. O’Boyle, Alpha Psi, 1998 – 2002
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Mari Ann Callais, Alpha Beta, 2002 – 2008
Theta Phi Alpha is proudly celebrating our centennial year in large part because its leaders, who throughout our existence have brought us to this historic moment. From our founding in 1912, to the first National Convention in 1919, to our upcoming Centennial Convention, we have grown under our organization’s leadership to the wonderful sisterhood that we cherish today. In hearing the news, Swartz said, “Our 100th National Convention will be historic in a special way besides the years of existence...all living Past National Presidents will be in attendance. This may be the first time occurrence in our history. Each of these sisters left an indelible mark on our history and our success in reaching this milestone. Make sure you take time to meet each and every one of these ladies and thank them for their continued love and support of our fraternity.” Theta Phi Alpha’s Centennial Convention will be held at the Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest from July 11th to 15th. A pre-convention workshop geared to collegians will be held on July 10th. Information on the schedule, registration, and more is available at http://thetaphialpha.celect.org/centennial-2012.
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