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− | + | '''Epsilon Alpha Chapter''' (Founded 12 November [[2002]]) is located at [http://www.kutztown.edu Kutztown University] in Kutztown, Pennsylvania. The [[Collegiate Chapters|Chapter]] was founded by Chapter alumna [[Sherry Lebo]] and is a member of the [[East Region]]. | |
− | '''Epsilon Alpha Chapter''' (Founded November | + | [[Image:BrotherhoodPic1.jpg|thumb|500px|right|Epsilon Alpha Chapter, Spring 2010 ]] |
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==''' Scholarship''' == | ==''' Scholarship''' == | ||
=== History of Epsilon Alpha === | === History of Epsilon Alpha === | ||
+ | [[Image:pie2.jpg|thumb|250px|right|Epsilon Alpha Chapter, Founder's Day 2008 ]] | ||
Sherry Snell decided to bring a chapter of Phi Sigma Pi to Kutztown University after seeing the impact the [[Delta Alpha Chapter]] had on her then boyfriend, now husband, [[Timothy Lebo]]. The Epsilon Alpha chapter of Phi Sigma Pi was chartered on November 12, 2002 at Kutztown University by founder Sherry Snell and her charter class. Since that time the chapter has inducted over 100 members into the chapter, and currently hosts 28 active members and over 60 alumni. | Sherry Snell decided to bring a chapter of Phi Sigma Pi to Kutztown University after seeing the impact the [[Delta Alpha Chapter]] had on her then boyfriend, now husband, [[Timothy Lebo]]. The Epsilon Alpha chapter of Phi Sigma Pi was chartered on November 12, 2002 at Kutztown University by founder Sherry Snell and her charter class. Since that time the chapter has inducted over 100 members into the chapter, and currently hosts 28 active members and over 60 alumni. | ||
+ | |||
+ | === Founder's Weekend === | ||
+ | [[Image:Eaaward.jpg|thumb|250px|right|Epsilon Alpha Chapter, Best in Region Award ]] | ||
+ | EA celebrates it's Founders Day, the third weekend of November every year. It is a great time where Alumni can come back and share the history of the chapter and meet all of the new brothers. | ||
=== National Awards === | === National Awards === | ||
+ | [[Image:Epsilon_Alpha_Phillips_Award.jpg|thumb|350px|right|Epsilon Alpha Chapter receiving their Claude A. Phillips Fellowship Award at the 2011 National Convention.]] | ||
*2008 [[Top in Region Award]] | *2008 [[Top in Region Award]] | ||
+ | ===Brother of the Month=== | ||
+ | Every month the Brotherhood selects a Brother who has show outstanding dedication to the fraternity during the month. They are given the award for being Brother of the Month! | ||
+ | |||
+ | Fall 2009 | ||
+ | *November 2009- Amy Smith | ||
+ | *October 2009- Emily Belden | ||
+ | *September 2009- Tessa Linder | ||
+ | |||
+ | Spring 2009 | ||
+ | *April 2009- Katie Pursell | ||
+ | *March 2009- Nick Christy | ||
+ | *February 2009- Ross Verbich | ||
+ | Fall 2008 | ||
+ | *November 2008- | ||
+ | *October 2008- | ||
+ | *September 2008- | ||
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== '''Leadership''' == | == '''Leadership''' == | ||
=== Chapter Officers === | === Chapter Officers === | ||
− | *President [[ | + | [[Image:Eboard Fall2010.jpg|thumb|325px|right|Eboard, Fall 2012 ]] |
− | *Vice President [[ | + | *President [[Bret Shambo]] |
− | *Recording Secretary [[ | + | *Vice President [[Sarah Smith]] |
− | *Corresponding Secretary [[ | + | *Recording Secretary [[Kristy Huesken]] |
− | *Treasurer [[ | + | *Corresponding Secretary [[Aaron Brouse]] |
− | *Historian [[ | + | *Treasurer [[Mathew Martello]] |
− | *Parliamentarian [[ | + | *Historian [[Sharyn Beodeker]] |
− | *Initiate Advisor [[ | + | *Parliamentarian [[Garrett Miller]] |
− | *Recruitment Advisor [[ | + | *Initiate Advisor [[Julie Phegley]] |
− | *Standards Advisor [[ | + | *Recruitment Advisor [[Rebeccah Landerholm]] |
− | *Regional Delegate [[ | + | *Standards Advisor [[Mary Grace Walsh]] |
+ | *Regional Delegate [[Travis York]] | ||
+ | *Brother-At-Large [[Kyriakos Iliadis]] | ||
+ | |||
=== Chapter Committee Heads === | === Chapter Committee Heads === | ||
− | *Social Committee- [[ | + | [[Image:Ecouncil Fall2010.jpg|thumb|325px|right|Ecouncil, Fall 2012 ]] |
− | *Alumni Committee [[ | + | *Social Committee- [[Katie Schreck]] |
− | *Public Relations Committee- [[ | + | *Alumni Committee [[Cate Lathrop]] |
− | *Service Committee- [[ | + | *Public Relations Committee- [[Ashley Crawford]] |
− | *Scholarship Committee- [[ | + | *Service Committee- [[Kim Lovejoy]] |
− | *Fundraising Committee- [[ | + | *Scholarship Committee- [[Nella Procino]] |
− | *Initiate Committee- [[ | + | *Fundraising Committee- [[Kayla Winters]] |
− | * | + | *Initiate Committee- [[Julie Phegley]] |
− | * | + | *Recruitment Committee- [[Rebeccah Landerholm]] |
+ | *Inter-Chapter Relations Committee- [[Travis York]] | ||
+ | *Building a Better Brotherhood Committee- [[Kyriakos Iliadis]] | ||
=== Chapter Presidents === | === Chapter Presidents === | ||
* [[Sherry Snell]] :Founder | * [[Sherry Snell]] :Founder | ||
− | * [[Jeff | + | * [[Jeff Shreck]] |
* [[Haley Simcox]] | * [[Haley Simcox]] | ||
* [[Brian Fitzharris]] | * [[Brian Fitzharris]] | ||
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* [[Michael Orner]] (2007-2008) | * [[Michael Orner]] (2007-2008) | ||
* [[Mike Vetter]] (2008-2009) | * [[Mike Vetter]] (2008-2009) | ||
− | * [[Amy Smith]] (2009- | + | * [[Amy Smith]] (2009-2010) |
+ | * [[Nick Christy]] (2010-2011) | ||
+ | * [[Brittany Krieger]] (2011-2012) | ||
+ | * [[Bret Shambo]] (2012-2013) | ||
+ | * [[Sharyn Beodecker]] (2013-2014) | ||
+ | |||
== '''Fellowship''' == | == '''Fellowship''' == | ||
=== Active Brothers === | === Active Brothers === | ||
− | The Active Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi currently consists of | + | |
− | + | The Active Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi currently consists of 36 dedicated Brothers. Each Brother brings a new and interesting perspective to Phi Sigma Pi, and Epsilon Alpha is very lucky to have such a wonderful and diverse Brotherhood. The Epsilon Alpha Chapter is also very anxiously awaiting to induct our Pi class. | |
− | *[[ | + | [[Image:ICR Fall2010.jpg|thumb|450px|right|Swing Life Away With PSP, Fall 2010 ]] |
− | *[[ | + | [[Image:Formal Spring2010.jpg|thumb|350px|right|Epsilon Alpha Formal, Spring 2010 ]] |
+ | *[[Allison Annechini]] | ||
+ | *[[Emily Belden]] | ||
+ | *[[Kelsey Budde]] | ||
*[[Damian Buffenmeyer]] | *[[Damian Buffenmeyer]] | ||
− | *[[ | + | *[[Alycia Castrogiovanni]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Nick Christy]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Matt Green]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Kaitie Hartung]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Anne Hildebrand]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Lauren Horne]] |
+ | *[[Lauren Jones]] | ||
*[[Julie Kopistansky]] | *[[Julie Kopistansky]] | ||
− | *[[ | + | *[[Brittany Krieger]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Stephanie Kurtz]] |
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*[[Lisa Landis]] | *[[Lisa Landis]] | ||
− | *[[ | + | *[[Cate Lathrop]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Kim Lovejoy]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Caitlyn McDevitt]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Matt Martello]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Gretchen Mengeringhausen]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Caitlin Milleto]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Reba Morgan]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Gina Perotti]] |
+ | *[[Melvin Peters]] | ||
+ | *[[Megan Pulse]] | ||
+ | *[[Bret Shambo]] | ||
+ | *[[Emily Shetromph]] | ||
+ | *[[Megan Shutt]] | ||
+ | *[[Brenna Smith]] | ||
*[[Stephanie Snodgrass]] | *[[Stephanie Snodgrass]] | ||
+ | *[[Lindsay Sowers]] | ||
+ | *[[Sam Stevens]] | ||
+ | *[[Sarah Taylor]] | ||
+ | *[[Amanda Weigle]] | ||
*[[Steven Wentz]] | *[[Steven Wentz]] | ||
− | * [[ | + | *[[Katie Youndt]] |
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=== Inactive Brothers === | === Inactive Brothers === | ||
− | There | + | There is currently 8 Inactive Brother. Although recently these Brothers might not be able to participate in our Chapter's happenings, they will always be an influential part in our Chapter! |
− | + | [[Image:PSP Prague.jpg|thumb|300px|right|PSP Goes to Prague! ]] | |
− | + | *[[Alyssa Bartek]] | |
− | + | *[[Mady Bilodeau]] | |
− | + | *[[Lauren Dreher]] | |
− | + | *[[Rachael Hartley]] | |
− | + | *[[Jill Morgan]] | |
− | * [[ | + | *[[Kelly Simmons]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Sara Steele]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Jennifer Valentino]] |
− | *[[ | ||
− | *[[ | ||
− | *[[ | ||
− | *[[ | ||
− | *[[ | ||
+ | === Alumni === | ||
+ | The Epsilon Alpha Chapter has 95 alumni. Their enormous dedication and influence throughout the lifetime of our chapter has made us who we are today; A strong Brotherhood that can rise to meet any challenge. | ||
+ | [[Image:Epalpha2003.jpg|thumb|400px|right|Epsilon Alpha Chapter, 2003 ]] | ||
+ | [[Image:spuds2.jpg|thumb|350px|right|Epsilon Alpha Chapter ]] | ||
+ | [[Image:induct.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Epsilon Alpha Chapter ]] | ||
+ | <div style="-moz-column-count:3; column-count:3;"> | ||
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*[[Becky Angstadt]] | *[[Becky Angstadt]] | ||
+ | *[[Saira Ayala]] | ||
+ | *[[Brooke Bailey]] | ||
*[[Adrianne Barton]] | *[[Adrianne Barton]] | ||
+ | *[[Laura Basner]] | ||
*[[Randy Bateman]] | *[[Randy Bateman]] | ||
+ | *[[Michelle Moser]] | ||
*[[Vanessa Bauer]] | *[[Vanessa Bauer]] | ||
*[[Michelle Beers]] | *[[Michelle Beers]] | ||
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*[[Terrence Bomar]] | *[[Terrence Bomar]] | ||
*[[Becka Boyer]] | *[[Becka Boyer]] | ||
+ | *[[Christine Bradbury]] | ||
+ | *[[Lorrie Bretzger]] | ||
+ | *[[Emily Brown]] | ||
+ | *[[Katherine Callaghan]] | ||
*[[Becky Carney]] | *[[Becky Carney]] | ||
*[[Amanda Ceasar]] | *[[Amanda Ceasar]] | ||
*[[Nicole Cielsa]] | *[[Nicole Cielsa]] | ||
*[[Tara Cumbo]] | *[[Tara Cumbo]] | ||
+ | *[[Sarah DelSanto]] | ||
*[[Nicole Diekow]] | *[[Nicole Diekow]] | ||
+ | *[[Luke Dillon]] | ||
*[[Lance Dixon]] | *[[Lance Dixon]] | ||
*[[Jessica Eiler]] | *[[Jessica Eiler]] | ||
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*[[Julian Framo]] | *[[Julian Framo]] | ||
*[[Callie Franges]] | *[[Callie Franges]] | ||
+ | *[[Jane Fritz]] | ||
*[[Emily Geiselman]] | *[[Emily Geiselman]] | ||
*[[Erin Glover]] | *[[Erin Glover]] | ||
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*[[Adam Hagerman]] | *[[Adam Hagerman]] | ||
*[[Erin Harmon]] | *[[Erin Harmon]] | ||
+ | *[[John Horvath]] | ||
+ | *[[Katey Howell]] | ||
+ | *[[Amanda Howey]] | ||
*[[Cory Johnson]] | *[[Cory Johnson]] | ||
*[[Danielle Kelly]] | *[[Danielle Kelly]] | ||
+ | *[[Jummy King]] | ||
*[[Mandy Klamer]] | *[[Mandy Klamer]] | ||
+ | *[[Courtney Klinger]] | ||
*[[Sarah Kowalyk]] | *[[Sarah Kowalyk]] | ||
− | *[[Scott Kravelick]] | + | *[[Scott Kravelick]] |
+ | *[[Janelle Kuhn]] | ||
*[[Kenneth Kunkel]] | *[[Kenneth Kunkel]] | ||
*[[Melinda Leffel]] | *[[Melinda Leffel]] | ||
*[[Sherry Lebo]] | *[[Sherry Lebo]] | ||
+ | *[[Tessa Linder]] | ||
*[[Seana Litt]] | *[[Seana Litt]] | ||
*[[Rachel Lopp]] | *[[Rachel Lopp]] | ||
*[[Melisa Lovett]] | *[[Melisa Lovett]] | ||
*[[Rachel Marzoli]] | *[[Rachel Marzoli]] | ||
+ | *[[Heather Mayer]] | ||
*[[Michelle Milliron]] | *[[Michelle Milliron]] | ||
+ | *[[Melinda Morgan]] | ||
*[[Jamie Moulthrop]] | *[[Jamie Moulthrop]] | ||
+ | *[[Emily Moyer]] | ||
*[[Adam Neitz]] | *[[Adam Neitz]] | ||
*[[Michael Orner]] | *[[Michael Orner]] | ||
+ | *[[MaryKate Ott]] | ||
*[[Ryan Palm]] | *[[Ryan Palm]] | ||
*[[Chrissy Procopio]] | *[[Chrissy Procopio]] | ||
+ | *[[Katie Pursell]] | ||
*[[Vonkurt Redley]] | *[[Vonkurt Redley]] | ||
+ | *[[Karyn Reinhold]] | ||
*[[Mike Ricco]] | *[[Mike Ricco]] | ||
− | *[[Alex Rosasco]] | + | *[[Melissa Rogalski]] |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Alex Rosasco]] |
+ | *[[Gina Rotondo]] | ||
+ | *[[Kaija Sannicks]] | ||
+ | *[[Julie Schweinfurth]] | ||
*[[Rita Seaman]] | *[[Rita Seaman]] | ||
*[[John Shaffer]] | *[[John Shaffer]] | ||
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*[[Jeff Shreck ]] | *[[Jeff Shreck ]] | ||
*[[Haley Simcox]] | *[[Haley Simcox]] | ||
+ | *[[Amy Smith]] | ||
*[[Jeanine Tiscio]] | *[[Jeanine Tiscio]] | ||
+ | *[[Krista VanGaasbeck]] | ||
*[[Rick Vath]] | *[[Rick Vath]] | ||
+ | *[[Mike Vetter]] | ||
+ | *[[Ross Verbich]] | ||
*[[Rob Walck]] | *[[Rob Walck]] | ||
*[[Dustin Weiss]] | *[[Dustin Weiss]] | ||
*[[Stacy Wilkas]] | *[[Stacy Wilkas]] | ||
+ | *[[Mallory Willet]] | ||
*[[Al Williams]] | *[[Al Williams]] | ||
*[[Lindsay Woolcock]] | *[[Lindsay Woolcock]] | ||
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− | + | </div> | |
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=== Initiate Classes === | === Initiate Classes === | ||
− | + | [[Image:Omicron Spr2010.jpg|thumb|400px|right|Epsilon Alpha Chapter,Omicron Class Induction, Spring 2010 ]] | |
* [[Epsilon Alpha - Charter Class]] | * [[Epsilon Alpha - Charter Class]] | ||
* [[Epsilon Alpha - Alpha Class]] | * [[Epsilon Alpha - Alpha Class]] | ||
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* [[Epsilon Alpha - Mu Class ]] | * [[Epsilon Alpha - Mu Class ]] | ||
* [[Epsilon Alpha - Nu Class]] | * [[Epsilon Alpha - Nu Class]] | ||
+ | * [[Epsilon Alpha - Xi Class]] | ||
+ | * [[Epsilon Alpha - Omicron Class]] | ||
+ | * [[Epsilon Alpha - Pi Class]] | ||
− | == Chapter Committees & Events == | + | === Epsilon Alpha Families === |
+ | *[[Heracles]] | ||
+ | *[[Eros]] | ||
+ | *[[Aphrodite]] | ||
+ | *[[Apollo]] | ||
+ | *[[Poseidon]] | ||
+ | *[[Athena]] | ||
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+ | == '''Chapter Committees & Events''' == | ||
===Scholarship Committee=== | ===Scholarship Committee=== | ||
− | + | The Scholarship Committee's duty is to provide activities for Brothers where they can learn something new. These things can range from serious matters to fun and silly activities. Another part of the Scholarship Committee is to present Brother of the Month and End of the Semester Awards. Brother of the Month is a way to honor the outstanding Brothers in the EA Chapter who go the extra mile and give 200%. The End of the Semester Awards recap the many accomplishments of individual Brothers throughout the semester. | |
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===Service Committee=== | ===Service Committee=== | ||
===Alumni Committee=== | ===Alumni Committee=== | ||
+ | The Alumni Committee's duty is to keep communication with the Alumni, as well as prepare for a fond farewell for the graduates every semester. The Alumni Committee is also in charge of our Annual Alumni Christmas Party. The Alumni Committe is currently working on getting the Brother's who are graduating gifts that will always remind them of Phi | ||
+ | Sigma Pi. We are also working on new ways to keep in contant with the Alumni and to try and get them more involved. One | ||
+ | idea we are working on is starting an Alumni Pen-Pal. This way Alumni can still feel connected to the chapter and get to know | ||
+ | new Brothers. | ||
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===Social Committee=== | ===Social Committee=== | ||
+ | The Social Committee is all about strengthening the ties within the Brotherhood. My goal, as Social Committee head, is to provide the Brotherhood with a variety of fun and inexpensive events. Hopefully, these fun events will allieviate some stresses a typical college student may go through. Examples of our events include monthly Birthday Night, dinner socials, bingo, ice cream socials, and picnics at a local park. I also hold holiday themed social such as our Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Dinner. I really enjoy being the Social Chair of the Epsilon Alpha Chapter. | ||
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===Fundraising Committee=== | ===Fundraising Committee=== | ||
+ | [[Image:bakesale.jpg|thumb|350px|right|Epsilon Alpha Bakesale Fundraiser ]] | ||
===Public Relations Committee=== | ===Public Relations Committee=== | ||
− | + | The Public Relations Committee's goal is to spread our name across campus and to show our own pride in Phi Sigma Pi. To establish this, we purchase articles of clothing with our Greek letters on them. Occasionally we even host letter making events, where Brothers are able to create clothing items of their choice with customized letters. We also hold informational events such as the hot chocolate table, where interested students may find out more about our fraternity while drinking free hot chocolate. | |
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+ | ===Web/Internet Public Relations Committee=== | ||
+ | The Web/Internet PR Committee's task is to maintain and update the website and other online resources. This semester we launched an entirely new website, and have currently been making updates daily. Also, there is a brand new Phi Sigma Pi- Epsilon Alpha Online Forum. It is a great way for Brothers to connect and share thoughts and ideas on all subjects, whether they be Fraternal or not. Finally, we have been updating the Epsilon Alpha wiki. | ||
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===Rush Committee=== | ===Rush Committee=== | ||
===Initiate Committee=== | ===Initiate Committee=== | ||
The initiate committee is currently hard at work organizing and playing out our initiation process for the Nu Class. It is our job to provide the initiates with the tools they need throughout an 8 week program to become the best potential Brothers they can be. Of course along the way, we have to have some fun, so we also plan the initiate retreat and any icebreakers or games played throughout as well. Committee members assist in the initiate meetings and give their input as needed. The initiate committee has the committee head that is also the Initiate Advisor, that acts as a guide and teacher for the initiates. The Initiate Advisor does everything from selecting the big little pairings to helping the initiates meet all their requirements. | The initiate committee is currently hard at work organizing and playing out our initiation process for the Nu Class. It is our job to provide the initiates with the tools they need throughout an 8 week program to become the best potential Brothers they can be. Of course along the way, we have to have some fun, so we also plan the initiate retreat and any icebreakers or games played throughout as well. Committee members assist in the initiate meetings and give their input as needed. The initiate committee has the committee head that is also the Initiate Advisor, that acts as a guide and teacher for the initiates. The Initiate Advisor does everything from selecting the big little pairings to helping the initiates meet all their requirements. | ||
− | === | + | ===Building a Better Brotherhood Committee=== |
− | + | ===Philanthropy Development Committee=== | |
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+ | ==Chapter Honors and Awards== | ||
+ | ===National Awards=== | ||
+ | * 2011 [[Claude A. Phillips Fellowship Award]] | ||
+ | * 2013 [[Claude A. Phillips Fellowship Award]] | ||
+ | * 2013 [[Top in Region Award]] | ||
+ | * 2014 [[Claude A. Phillips Fellowship Award]] | ||
= Further Resources = | = Further Resources = | ||
− | * www.pspkutztown.org | + | Want to learn more about Phi Sigma Pi- Epsilon Alpha? Visit the links below to our website and online forum! |
+ | * [http://www.pspkutztown.org Phi Sigma Pi- Epsilon Alpha Chapter Website] | ||
+ | * [http://www.phisigmapi.org/epsilonalpha Epsilon Alpha Chapter Portal] | ||
+ | * [http://pspkutztown.activeboard.com Phi Sigma Pi- Epsilon Alpha Online Forum] | ||
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+ | = In the News = | ||
+ | * [http://thekeystonenews.com/2014/09/11/phi-sigma-pis-ku-chapter-wins-national-award/ Phi Sigma Pi’s KU chapter wins national award] | ||
+ | * [http://keystoneonline.com/2011/11/peace-love-green-and-bates/ Peace, Love, Green and Bates] | ||
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+ | {{EA}} | ||
+ | {{Collegiate Chapters}} | ||
[[Category:Chapters]] | [[Category:Chapters]] | ||
[[Category:Collegiate Chapters]] | [[Category:Collegiate Chapters]] | ||
[[Category:Active Chapters]] | [[Category:Active Chapters]] | ||
− | [[Category: | + | [[Category:East Region]] |
+ | [[Category:Epsilon Alpha Chapter]] |
Latest revision as of 07:41, 17 July 2015
Epsilon Alpha Chapter (Founded 12 November 2002) is located at Kutztown University in Kutztown, Pennsylvania. The Chapter was founded by Chapter alumna Sherry Lebo and is a member of the East Region.
Contents
- 1 Scholarship
- 2 Leadership
- 3 Fellowship
- 4 Chapter Committees & Events
- 4.1 Scholarship Committee
- 4.2 Service Committee
- 4.3 Alumni Committee
- 4.4 Social Committee
- 4.5 Fundraising Committee
- 4.6 Public Relations Committee
- 4.7 Web/Internet Public Relations Committee
- 4.8 Rush Committee
- 4.9 Initiate Committee
- 4.10 Building a Better Brotherhood Committee
- 4.11 Philanthropy Development Committee
- 5 Chapter Honors and Awards
- 6 Further Resources
- 7 In the News
Scholarship
History of Epsilon Alpha
Sherry Snell decided to bring a chapter of Phi Sigma Pi to Kutztown University after seeing the impact the Delta Alpha Chapter had on her then boyfriend, now husband, Timothy Lebo. The Epsilon Alpha chapter of Phi Sigma Pi was chartered on November 12, 2002 at Kutztown University by founder Sherry Snell and her charter class. Since that time the chapter has inducted over 100 members into the chapter, and currently hosts 28 active members and over 60 alumni.
Founder's Weekend
EA celebrates it's Founders Day, the third weekend of November every year. It is a great time where Alumni can come back and share the history of the chapter and meet all of the new brothers.
National Awards
- 2008 Top in Region Award
Brother of the Month
Every month the Brotherhood selects a Brother who has show outstanding dedication to the fraternity during the month. They are given the award for being Brother of the Month!
Fall 2009
- November 2009- Amy Smith
- October 2009- Emily Belden
- September 2009- Tessa Linder
Spring 2009
- April 2009- Katie Pursell
- March 2009- Nick Christy
- February 2009- Ross Verbich
Fall 2008
- November 2008-
- October 2008-
- September 2008-
Leadership
Chapter Officers
- President Bret Shambo
- Vice President Sarah Smith
- Recording Secretary Kristy Huesken
- Corresponding Secretary Aaron Brouse
- Treasurer Mathew Martello
- Historian Sharyn Beodeker
- Parliamentarian Garrett Miller
- Initiate Advisor Julie Phegley
- Recruitment Advisor Rebeccah Landerholm
- Standards Advisor Mary Grace Walsh
- Regional Delegate Travis York
- Brother-At-Large Kyriakos Iliadis
Chapter Committee Heads
- Social Committee- Katie Schreck
- Alumni Committee Cate Lathrop
- Public Relations Committee- Ashley Crawford
- Service Committee- Kim Lovejoy
- Scholarship Committee- Nella Procino
- Fundraising Committee- Kayla Winters
- Initiate Committee- Julie Phegley
- Recruitment Committee- Rebeccah Landerholm
- Inter-Chapter Relations Committee- Travis York
- Building a Better Brotherhood Committee- Kyriakos Iliadis
Chapter Presidents
- Sherry Snell :Founder
- Jeff Shreck
- Haley Simcox
- Brian Fitzharris
- John Shaffer
- Nicole Ciesela (2006-2007)
- Michael Orner (2007-2008)
- Mike Vetter (2008-2009)
- Amy Smith (2009-2010)
- Nick Christy (2010-2011)
- Brittany Krieger (2011-2012)
- Bret Shambo (2012-2013)
- Sharyn Beodecker (2013-2014)
Fellowship
Active Brothers
The Active Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi currently consists of 36 dedicated Brothers. Each Brother brings a new and interesting perspective to Phi Sigma Pi, and Epsilon Alpha is very lucky to have such a wonderful and diverse Brotherhood. The Epsilon Alpha Chapter is also very anxiously awaiting to induct our Pi class.
- Allison Annechini
- Emily Belden
- Kelsey Budde
- Damian Buffenmeyer
- Alycia Castrogiovanni
- Nick Christy
- Matt Green
- Kaitie Hartung
- Anne Hildebrand
- Lauren Horne
- Lauren Jones
- Julie Kopistansky
- Brittany Krieger
- Stephanie Kurtz
- Lisa Landis
- Cate Lathrop
- Kim Lovejoy
- Caitlyn McDevitt
- Matt Martello
- Gretchen Mengeringhausen
- Caitlin Milleto
- Reba Morgan
- Gina Perotti
- Melvin Peters
- Megan Pulse
- Bret Shambo
- Emily Shetromph
- Megan Shutt
- Brenna Smith
- Stephanie Snodgrass
- Lindsay Sowers
- Sam Stevens
- Sarah Taylor
- Amanda Weigle
- Steven Wentz
- Katie Youndt
Inactive Brothers
There is currently 8 Inactive Brother. Although recently these Brothers might not be able to participate in our Chapter's happenings, they will always be an influential part in our Chapter!
- Alyssa Bartek
- Mady Bilodeau
- Lauren Dreher
- Rachael Hartley
- Jill Morgan
- Kelly Simmons
- Sara Steele
- Jennifer Valentino
Alumni
The Epsilon Alpha Chapter has 95 alumni. Their enormous dedication and influence throughout the lifetime of our chapter has made us who we are today; A strong Brotherhood that can rise to meet any challenge.
- Becky Angstadt
- Saira Ayala
- Brooke Bailey
- Adrianne Barton
- Laura Basner
- Randy Bateman
- Michelle Moser
- Vanessa Bauer
- Michelle Beers
- Monica Bernarde
- Aimee Biasi
- Terrence Bomar
- Becka Boyer
- Christine Bradbury
- Lorrie Bretzger
- Emily Brown
- Katherine Callaghan
- Becky Carney
- Amanda Ceasar
- Nicole Cielsa
- Tara Cumbo
- Sarah DelSanto
- Nicole Diekow
- Luke Dillon
- Lance Dixon
- Jessica Eiler
- Angela Ferguson
- Brian Fitzharris
- Brett Fowler
- Julian Framo
- Callie Franges
- Jane Fritz
- Emily Geiselman
- Erin Glover
- Sarah Grover
- Becky Guth
- Adam Hagerman
- Erin Harmon
- John Horvath
- Katey Howell
- Amanda Howey
- Cory Johnson
- Danielle Kelly
- Jummy King
- Mandy Klamer
- Courtney Klinger
- Sarah Kowalyk
- Scott Kravelick
- Janelle Kuhn
- Kenneth Kunkel
- Melinda Leffel
- Sherry Lebo
- Tessa Linder
- Seana Litt
- Rachel Lopp
- Melisa Lovett
- Rachel Marzoli
- Heather Mayer
- Michelle Milliron
- Melinda Morgan
- Jamie Moulthrop
- Emily Moyer
- Adam Neitz
- Michael Orner
- MaryKate Ott
- Ryan Palm
- Chrissy Procopio
- Katie Pursell
- Vonkurt Redley
- Karyn Reinhold
- Mike Ricco
- Melissa Rogalski
- Alex Rosasco
- Gina Rotondo
- Kaija Sannicks
- Julie Schweinfurth
- Rita Seaman
- John Shaffer
- Megan Sheeler
- Heather Shearn
- Jeff Shreck
- Haley Simcox
- Amy Smith
- Jeanine Tiscio
- Krista VanGaasbeck
- Rick Vath
- Mike Vetter
- Ross Verbich
- Rob Walck
- Dustin Weiss
- Stacy Wilkas
- Mallory Willet
- Al Williams
- Lindsay Woolcock
Initiate Classes
- Epsilon Alpha - Charter Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Alpha Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Beta Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Gamma Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Delta Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Epsilon Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Zeta Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Eta Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Theta Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Iota Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Kappa Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Lambda Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Mu Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Nu Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Xi Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Omicron Class
- Epsilon Alpha - Pi Class
Epsilon Alpha Families
Chapter Committees & Events
Scholarship Committee
The Scholarship Committee's duty is to provide activities for Brothers where they can learn something new. These things can range from serious matters to fun and silly activities. Another part of the Scholarship Committee is to present Brother of the Month and End of the Semester Awards. Brother of the Month is a way to honor the outstanding Brothers in the EA Chapter who go the extra mile and give 200%. The End of the Semester Awards recap the many accomplishments of individual Brothers throughout the semester.
Service Committee
Alumni Committee
The Alumni Committee's duty is to keep communication with the Alumni, as well as prepare for a fond farewell for the graduates every semester. The Alumni Committee is also in charge of our Annual Alumni Christmas Party. The Alumni Committe is currently working on getting the Brother's who are graduating gifts that will always remind them of Phi Sigma Pi. We are also working on new ways to keep in contant with the Alumni and to try and get them more involved. One idea we are working on is starting an Alumni Pen-Pal. This way Alumni can still feel connected to the chapter and get to know new Brothers.
Social Committee
The Social Committee is all about strengthening the ties within the Brotherhood. My goal, as Social Committee head, is to provide the Brotherhood with a variety of fun and inexpensive events. Hopefully, these fun events will allieviate some stresses a typical college student may go through. Examples of our events include monthly Birthday Night, dinner socials, bingo, ice cream socials, and picnics at a local park. I also hold holiday themed social such as our Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Dinner. I really enjoy being the Social Chair of the Epsilon Alpha Chapter.
Fundraising Committee
Public Relations Committee
The Public Relations Committee's goal is to spread our name across campus and to show our own pride in Phi Sigma Pi. To establish this, we purchase articles of clothing with our Greek letters on them. Occasionally we even host letter making events, where Brothers are able to create clothing items of their choice with customized letters. We also hold informational events such as the hot chocolate table, where interested students may find out more about our fraternity while drinking free hot chocolate.
Web/Internet Public Relations Committee
The Web/Internet PR Committee's task is to maintain and update the website and other online resources. This semester we launched an entirely new website, and have currently been making updates daily. Also, there is a brand new Phi Sigma Pi- Epsilon Alpha Online Forum. It is a great way for Brothers to connect and share thoughts and ideas on all subjects, whether they be Fraternal or not. Finally, we have been updating the Epsilon Alpha wiki.
Rush Committee
Initiate Committee
The initiate committee is currently hard at work organizing and playing out our initiation process for the Nu Class. It is our job to provide the initiates with the tools they need throughout an 8 week program to become the best potential Brothers they can be. Of course along the way, we have to have some fun, so we also plan the initiate retreat and any icebreakers or games played throughout as well. Committee members assist in the initiate meetings and give their input as needed. The initiate committee has the committee head that is also the Initiate Advisor, that acts as a guide and teacher for the initiates. The Initiate Advisor does everything from selecting the big little pairings to helping the initiates meet all their requirements.
Building a Better Brotherhood Committee
Philanthropy Development Committee
Chapter Honors and Awards
National Awards
- 2011 Claude A. Phillips Fellowship Award
- 2013 Claude A. Phillips Fellowship Award
- 2013 Top in Region Award
- 2014 Claude A. Phillips Fellowship Award
Further Resources
Want to learn more about Phi Sigma Pi- Epsilon Alpha? Visit the links below to our website and online forum!
- Phi Sigma Pi- Epsilon Alpha Chapter Website
- Epsilon Alpha Chapter Portal
- Phi Sigma Pi- Epsilon Alpha Online Forum
In the News
Epsilon Alpha Chapter | |
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Founded November 12, 2002 • Kutztown University | |
Presidents | Sherry Snell • Jeff Shreck • Haley Simcox • Brian Fitzharris • John Shaffer • Nicole Ciesela • Michael Orner • Mike Vetter • Amy Smith • Nick Christy • Brittany Krieger • Bret Shambo • Sharyn Beodecker |
History | List of Epsilon Alpha Chapter Initiate Classes • List of Epsilon Alpha Family Lines |
Chapter Service Keys | Jonah Goodman • Julie Phegley • Stephen Cristiano |
National Council Members | Jonah Goodman • Stephen Cristiano |
Torchias | none |