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Revision as of 09:10, 25 July 2013
Epsilon Eta Chapter (Founded 25 April 2006) is located at Eastern Kentucky University in Richmond, Kentucky. The Chapter was founded by Sigma Chapter alumnus Brian Thompson (Σ 1042) and is a member of the Bluegrass Region. The Chapter was previously a member of the Mid South Region prior to the 2010 restructuring of regions.
Contents
Chapter History
Founding
Interest in Phi Sigma Pi on the campus of Eastern Kentucky University was first sparked by Sigma Alum Brian Thompson. Brian was a Graduate Student and Residence Hall Coordinator on campus and worked closely with National Office to begin the Brotherhood Education Program. After a year long colonization, Epsilon Eta finally became a chapter on April 25, 2006. They received their official charter at the 2006 National Convention in Washington, D.C.
Early Years
The Active Chapter
The chapter currently consists of 17 active Brothers, led by the Executive Board. Currently, the Executive Board consists of:
- President: Joshua Simpson
- Vice President: Kesha Lane
- Secretary: Carole Kreider
- Treasurer: Sharon Ramsey
- Parliamentarian: Tyler George
- Rush Advisor: Brittany Boyd
- Initiate Advisor: Hanna Mullins
- Historian: Jadyn Kilmon
Current Committee Chairs
- Scholarship: Kelsey Roberts
- Service: Joshua Simpson
- Social: Sara Meyer
- Public Relations: Brittany Boyd
- Risk Management: Kesha Lane
- Inter-Chapter Relations: Travis Simpson
- Alumni: Joshua Simpson
- Fundraising: Robert Hobson
- Technology: Carole Kreider
- Brother at Large: Travis Simpson
Initiate Classes
Main Article: List of Epsilon Eta Chapter Initiate Classes
Family Lines
Main Article: List of Epsilon Eta Family Lines
Currently in Epsilon Eta, there are two main family lines: the Carver Family (once known as the Red Family) and the Roque-Delgado Family (also once known as the Green Family). Previously, the Courtney family existed, but has since broken off and split between the two current families.
Chapter Leadership
Main Article: List of Epsilon Eta Chapter Leadership
- Heather Steele (Spring 2005 - Fall 2006)
- Sarah Courtney (Fall 2006 - Fall 2007)
- Alesia Olsen (January - March 2008)
- Miranda Westbrook (March 2008) *
- Christine O'Neil (March 2008 - December 2008)
- Brianna Mauk (December 2008 - December 2009)
- Deanna Davey (December 2009 - February 2010)
- Amanda House (February 2010 - April 2010) *
- Sam Johnson II (April 2010 - December 2011)
- Sharon Ramsey (December 2011 - December 2012)
- Joshua Simpson (December 2012 - Present)
Note: * marks as interim
Chapter Events & Activities
Extreme Community Makeover
Held in March 2008.
Founder's Day Weekend
Epsilon Eta's Founder's Day Weekend is held on the third or fourth weekend of April each year. Events held at Founder's Day in the past have included a campus-wide memory scavenger hunt, silent auctions, board games, and dinners. Both Brothers and Alumni are invited to attend the event each year.
Retreat
Before each initiation, Brothers and Initiates get together to learn more about each other, and celebrate the initiates induction as Brothers. On some occasions, induction is held during retreat. Retreat can be held once each semester (dates vary based on when induction is), sometimes at Maywoods and other times on campus.
Homecoming
Every October for EKU's homecoming the Chapter invites the alumni to come to tailgating and attend the homecoming football game.
Between the Holidays Alumni Dinner
In early December, between Thanksgiving and Christmas, the Chapter invites the alumni to come for a special dinner.
Notable Alumni
Chapter Honors and Awards
Chapter Service Key Recipients
2007 - Alesia Olsen
2008 - Sarah Courtney
2009 - Miranda Westbrook
2011 - Tiffany Cromer and Amber Murphy
2013 - Joshua Simpson
National Awards
- None to date
University Awards
- 2009 - Outstanding (Honor) Service Organization for Excellence in Academics, Service, and Leadership.
Other Awards
- None to date
Further Resources
- Epsilon Eta Chapter Portal
- Epsilon Eta on Twitter: @PSP_EH
- Epsilon Eta on Facebook
- List of Epsilon Eta Members
- List of Epsilon Eta Alumni Members
Epsilon Eta Chapter | |
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Founded April 25, 2006 • Eastern Kentucky University | |
Presidents | Heather Steele • Sarah Courtney • Alesia Olsen • Christine O'Neil • Brianna Mauk • Deanna Davey • Amanda House • Sam Johnson II • Sharon Ramsey • Joshua Simpson • Tyler George |
History | List of Epsilon Eta Chapter Initiate Classes • List of Epsilon Eta Family Lines |
Chapter Service Keys | Alesia Olsen • Sarah Courtney • Miranda Westbrook • Tiffany Cromer • Amber Murphy • Joshua Simpson |
National Council Members | none |
Torchias | none |