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'''Alpha Epsilon Chapter''' (Founded 30 October 1988) is located at [http://www.wcupa.edu West Chester University of Pennsylvania] in West Chester, Pennsylvania.  The [[Collegiate Chapters|Chapter]] was founded by the students of W.C.U. and is a member of the [[East Region]].  The current chapter president is [[Emily Gentile]] and the chapter advisor is [[Dr. Melissa Cichowicz]].
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'''Alpha Epsilon Chapter''' (Founded 30 October [[1988]]) is located at West Chester University of Pennsylvania in West Chester, Pennsylvania.  The [[Collegiate Chapters|Chapter]] was founded by the students of WCU and is a member of the [[Philadelphia Metropolitan Region]].  The current chapter president is [[Jack Tremper]] and the chapter advisor is [[Dr. Kim Johnson]].
  
 
== Chapter History ==
 
== Chapter History ==
 
=== Early Years ===
 
=== Early Years ===
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The [[Alpha Epsilon Chapter]] was one of several expansion efforts during the late 1980s.  Despite the presence of two long standing organizations (Abbe Society and Friars Society) with similar ideals on campus, Phi Sigma Pi developed its own niche and soon rivaled other campus organizations in size and familiarity.  Much of the success was due to the dedication of the Founding members and the Chapter's Advisor, [[Dr. Melissa Cichowicz (nee Betz)]].
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The [[Alpha Epsilon Chapter]] was one of several expansion efforts during the late 1980s.  Despite the presence of two long standing organizations (Abbe Society and Friars Society) with similar ideals on campus, Phi Sigma Pi developed its own niche and soon rivaled other campus organizations in size and familiarity.  Much of the success was due to the dedication of the Founding members and the Chapter's former Advisor, [[Dr. Melissa Cichowicz (nee Betz)]].
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== The Active Chapter ==
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The Chapter currently has over 80 members. The most recent initiate class was the Beta Nu class inducted in Fall 2018.
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===2018-2019 Alpha Epsilon Executive Board===
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* President: [[Jack Tremper]]
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* Vice President: [[Annie Subach]]
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* Secretary: [[Kimmie Konz]]
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* Treasurer: [[Haleigh George]]
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* Parliamentarian: [[Rachel Wittig]]
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* Historian: [[Jacqueline Tuzio]]
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* Initiate Advisor: [[Benjamin Kalinsky]]
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* Brother at Large: [[Sarah Haff]]
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===Spring 2019 Alpha Epsilon Chairs===
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* Service: [[Lena Morella and Maegan Hailey]]
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* Social: [[Allyson Brill]]
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* Finance: [[Sydney Dickson]]
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* Scholarship: [[Nicole Marshall]]
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* Fellowship: [[Leah Karby]]
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* Philanthropy: [[Maddy Harkness and Ashley McNoughton]]
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* Inter-Chapter Relations: [[Archie Chungapally]]
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* Recruitment: [[Sydney "Skurtz" Kurtz]]
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* Co-Initiate Advisor: [[Tracy Johnson]]
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* Public Relations: [[Lizzy Gillooly]]
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* Technology & Web Developer: [[Nicholas Sweeney]]
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* Alumni Relations: [[Nicholas Sweeney]]
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* Risk Management: [[Max James]]
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* Alumni Advisors: [[EDIT]], [[EDIT]], [[EDIT]], [[EDIT]]
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* Diversity: [[Faith Jaeger]]
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* Leadership: [[Orlando Hernandez]]
  
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=== The Active Chapter ===
 
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The current chapter has over 30 members. The past few pledge classes have helped the chapter grow in numbers including the Fall 08 pledge class, Alpha Rho, which had 18 initiates pinned. [[Image:Aechapter.jpg|thumb|400px|right|Alpha Epsilon Chapter, Spring 2008]]
 
  
 
=== Chapter Mascot ===
 
=== Chapter Mascot ===
  
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Alpha Epsilon's chapter mascot is the sea turtle.
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Alpha Epsilon's chapter mascot in spring 2015 was the sea turtle.
  
 
=== Local Philanthropy ===
 
=== Local Philanthropy ===
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Alpha Epsilon's local philanthropy is the brain tumor foundation.
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Alpha Epsilon's local philanthropies include the [http://www.caseyfeldman.com/ Casey Feldman Foundation]
  
 
=== Past Chapter Presidents ===
 
=== Past Chapter Presidents ===
 
* [[Stephen Johnson]] (Fall '88 - Fall '90)
 
* [[Stephen Johnson]] (Fall '88 - Fall '90)
 
* [[Steve Werkheiser]] (Spring '91 - Fall '91)
 
* [[Steve Werkheiser]] (Spring '91 - Fall '91)
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* [[Lee Ann Sweet]] (Spring '92)
 
* [[Amy Hefton|Amy Mielechowsky (nee Hefton)]] (Fall '92)
 
* [[Amy Hefton|Amy Mielechowsky (nee Hefton)]] (Fall '92)
 
* [[Jennifer Peters]] (Spring '93 - Fall '93)
 
* [[Jennifer Peters]] (Spring '93 - Fall '93)
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* [[Patrick Herron]] (Spring '96 - Fall '96)
 
* [[Patrick Herron]] (Spring '96 - Fall '96)
 
* [[Kelly Kirkland]] (Spring '97)
 
* [[Kelly Kirkland]] (Spring '97)
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* [[Tammy Mleziva]] (Fall '97 - Fall '99)
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* [[Tammy Mleziva]] (Fall '97 - Fall '98)
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* [[Eric Olinick]]  (Spring '00 - ?)
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* [[Eric Olinick]]  (Spring '99)
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* [[Shannon Bowers]]
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* [[Shannon Bowers]] (Fall '99 - Spring '00)
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* [[Laura Malandra]] (?)
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* [[Brad Hoskin]] (Fall '00 - Spring '01)
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* [[Kristen Bradbury]]
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* [[Laura Malandra]] (Spring '01 - Fall '01)
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* [[Jeff Thomas]]
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* [[Kristen Bradbury]] ?
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* [[Jon Kolle]]
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* [[Jeff Thomas]] ?
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* [[Megan Lawhead]]
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* [[Nicole Hunsicker]] (Spring '03)
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* [[Catherine "Katie" Burmeister]]
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* [[Jon Kolle]] (Fall '03)
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* [[Dave Schneider]]
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* [[Megan Lawhead]] (Spring '04 - Fall '04)
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* [[Torey Ravo]]
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* [[Catherine "Katie" Burmeister]] (Spring '05)
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* [[Carol Perez]]
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* [[Dave Schneider]] (Fall '05)
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* [[Aileen Burke]] (Spring 2007)
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* [[Torey Ravo]] (Spring '06)
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* [[Ali Rodrigues]] (Fall 2007-Spring 2008)
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* [[Jenna Sagers]] (Fall '06)
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* [[Emily Gentile]] (Fall 2008-present)
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* [[Aileen Burke]] (Spring '07)
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* [[Ali Rodrigues]] (Fall '07 - Spring '08)
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* [[Emily Gentile]] (Fall '08 - Spring '09)
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* [[Amber Staska]] (Fall '09 - Spring '10)
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* [[Morgan Herlihy]] (Fall '10 - Spring '11)
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* [[Rich DiGiambattista]] (Fall '11 - Spring '12)
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* [[Liz Simpson]] (Fall '12 - Spring '13)
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* [[Rob D'Ippolito]] (Fall '13 - Spring '14)
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* [[Jamie Blose]] (Fall '14 - Spring '15)
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* [[Michael Moriarty]] (Fall '15 - Spring '17)
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* [[Kelsey Crystle]] (Fall '17 - Spring '18)
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* [[Jack Tremper]] (Fall '18 - Present)
  
 
=== Initiate Classes ===
 
=== Initiate Classes ===
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== Chapter Events & Activities ==
 
== Chapter Events & Activities ==
 
=== Founder's Weekend ===
 
=== Founder's Weekend ===
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Alpha Epsilon Founder's Day is on October 30. In 2008, Alpha Epsilon is celebrating their 20th Anniversary.
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Alpha Epsilon Founder's Day is on October 30, 1988. Alpha Epsilon recently celebrated their 25th Anniversary this year with a banquet that included the brothers and several alumni of Alpha Epsilon.
  
 
=== Regular Chapter Events ===
 
=== Regular Chapter Events ===
 
* Adopt-a-Block
 
* Adopt-a-Block
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* Local 5K's and Walks for charities
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* Local 5K's and walks for charities
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* Making dog toys for the SPCA
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* Providing help to the Chester County Food Bank
 
* Adopt-a-family for the holidays
 
* Adopt-a-family for the holidays
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* Running a concession stand at Philadelphia Eagles games
 
 
* Bake sales
 
* Bake sales
 
* Restaurant nights
 
* Restaurant nights
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=== Inter-Chapter Events ===
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Alpha Epsilon hosted its first annual Turkey Bowl flag-football tournament in Fall 2008. It was attended by brothers from Alpha Epsilon Chapter and [[Alpha Lambda Chapter]]. The event continued through fall 2015 until [needs to be updated].
  
 
== Notable Alumni ==
 
== Notable Alumni ==
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* [[Alex Mielechowsky]] (Founder Class: Fall '88) served as Chapter Treasurer.  Chapter Service Key recipient.  Married to [[Amy Hefton]] (Delta Class: Fall '90).
 
* [[Alex Mielechowsky]] (Founder Class: Fall '88) served as Chapter Treasurer.  Chapter Service Key recipient.  Married to [[Amy Hefton]] (Delta Class: Fall '90).
 
* [[Lisa Welsh (nee Craig)]] (Alpha Class: Spring '89) served as Initiate Advisor and Alumni Advisor.  Chapter Service Key recipient.  Founder of the South Eastern Pennsylvania Alumni Chapter in 1995, known today as [[Delaware Valley Alumni Chapter]].
 
* [[Lisa Welsh (nee Craig)]] (Alpha Class: Spring '89) served as Initiate Advisor and Alumni Advisor.  Chapter Service Key recipient.  Founder of the South Eastern Pennsylvania Alumni Chapter in 1995, known today as [[Delaware Valley Alumni Chapter]].
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* [[Dr. Melissa Cichowicz (nee Betz)]] (Honorary: Spring '89) served as Faculty Advisor (1988-2005).  Chapter Service Key recipient (1998).  Awarded the first [[Outstanding Chapter Advisor Award]] by the National Council in 2004.
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* [[Dr. Melissa Cichowicz (nee Betz)]] (Honorary: Spring '89) served as Faculty Advisor (1988-2005, 2008-2009).  Chapter Service Key recipient (1998).  Awarded the first [[Outstanding Chapter Advisor Award]] by the National Council in 2004.
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* [[Patrick Herron]] (Iota Class: Spring '93) served as Initiate Advisor, Alumni Historian and Chapter President.  Chapter Service Key recipient.  Founded the [[Gamma Xi Chapter]] at [http://www.drexel.edu Drexel University]. Served as [[Vice President of Membership Development]] for the National Council (2004-present).
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* [[Patrick Herron]] (Iota Class: Spring '93) served as Initiate Advisor, Alumni Historian and Chapter President.  Chapter Service Key recipient.  Founded the [[Gamma Xi Chapter]] at [http://www.drexel.edu Drexel University]. Served as [[Vice President of Membership Development]] for the National Council (2004-2010). Currently serves as [[Vice President of Philanthropy Development]] (2014-present).
 
* [[Tammy Mleziva]] (Omicron Class: Spring '96) served as Chapter Secretary and Chapter President.  Chapter Service Key recipient. Served as [[National Secretary]] (2000-2002 ), Interim [[Vice President of Chapter Development]] (2005) and the first woman to be elected [[National President]] (2002-2004).  Awarded the Distinguished Service Key in 2004.
 
* [[Tammy Mleziva]] (Omicron Class: Spring '96) served as Chapter Secretary and Chapter President.  Chapter Service Key recipient. Served as [[National Secretary]] (2000-2002 ), Interim [[Vice President of Chapter Development]] (2005) and the first woman to be elected [[National President]] (2002-2004).  Awarded the Distinguished Service Key in 2004.
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* [[Emily Shaker]] (Alpha Delta Class: ? )founded the [[Epsilon Tau Chapter]] at [http://www.villanova.edu Villanova University].
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* [[Emily Shaker]] (Alpha Delta Class: Fall '02) assisted in the founding of the [[Epsilon Tau Chapter]] at [http://www.villanova.edu Villanova University].
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* Nancy Gimbel (Iota Class: Spring '93) was honored by West Chester University in March 2013 during the Legacy of Leadership fundraising dinner. She is recognized as an alumni who demonstrated service to WCU through student leadership and continues to utilize those skills today.
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== Honorary Brothers of Alpha Epsilon Chapter ==
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* [[Dr. Melissa Betz|Dr. Melissa Cichowicz (nee Betz)]]
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* [[Dr. Madeline Wing Adler]]
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* [[Dr. Matthew Bricketto]]
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* [[Ms. Diane DeVestern]]
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* [[Mr. Thomas J. Purce]]
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* [[Dr. Wesley Thomas]]
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* [[Dr. Kenneth Perrin]]
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* [[Betsy Robinson-Jacquith]]
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* [[Dr. Carolyn Sorisio]]
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* [[Ms. Maggie Tripp]]
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* [[Dr. Carla Verderae]]
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* [[Dr. Carolyn Keefe]]
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* [[Dr. Gregory Turner]]
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* [[Mr. Joel Feldman]]
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* [[Dianne Anderson]]
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* [[Dr. Corrinne Murphy]]
  
 
== Chapter Honors and Awards ==
 
== Chapter Honors and Awards ==
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* 2003 [[Top Ten Chapter Award]]
 
* 2003 [[Top Ten Chapter Award]]
 
* 2003 [[Top Ten Chapter Award]]
 
* 2003 [[Top Ten Chapter Award]]
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* 2005 [[Best in Region Award]]
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* 2005 [[Top in Region Award]]
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* 2009 [[Outstanding Website Award]]
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* 2011 [[Outstanding PR and Community Relations Award]]
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* 2013 [[Josh and Britt Marder Excellence in National Philanthropy Award]]
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* 2013 [[Top in Region Award]]
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* 2014 [[Top in Region Award]]
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* 2014 [[Joseph Torchia Outstanding Chapter Award]]
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=== Distinguished Service Key Recipients ===
 
=== Distinguished Service Key Recipients ===
 
* [[Stephen L. Johnson]]
 
* [[Stephen L. Johnson]]
 
* [[Tammy Mleziva]]
 
* [[Tammy Mleziva]]
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* [[Patrick Herron]]
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=== Rolla F. Wood Alumni Scholarship Recipients ===
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* [[Patrick Herron]]
  
 
=== Outstanding Chapter Advisor Award ===
 
=== Outstanding Chapter Advisor Award ===
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* 1995 W.C.U. Homecoming Court (Patrick Herron and Nancy Gimbel)
 
* 1995 W.C.U. Homecoming Court (Patrick Herron and Nancy Gimbel)
 
* 1996 W.C.U. Homecoming Court (Christopher Guglielmo and ??)
 
* 1996 W.C.U. Homecoming Court (Christopher Guglielmo and ??)
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* 2011 W.C.U. Homecoming Parade 2nd place award for Quidditch themed dance in the Homecoming Parade
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* 2013 W.C.U. Homecoming Court (Beau Ryck and Vika Mosuriak)
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* 2013 W.C.U. Homecoming Parade 1st place award for Superhero themed dance in the Homecoming Parade
  
 
=== Chapter Service Key Recipients ===
 
=== Chapter Service Key Recipients ===
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* 1994 [[Alex Mielechowsky]]
 
* 1994 [[Alex Mielechowsky]]
 
* 1994 [[Lisa Welsh (nee Craig)]]
 
* 1994 [[Lisa Welsh (nee Craig)]]
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* 1995 [[Jennifer Peters|Jennifer Gayo (nee Peters)]]
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* 1994 [[Jennifer Peters|Jennifer Gayo (nee Peters)]]
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* 1995 [[Elizabeth "Beth" Mayall-Traglia]]
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* 1994 [[Elizabeth "Beth" Mayall-Traglia]]
 
* 1996 [[Nancy Gimbel]]
 
* 1996 [[Nancy Gimbel]]
 
* 1996 [[Patrick Herron]]
 
* 1996 [[Patrick Herron]]
 
* 1998 [[Dr. Melissa Betz|Dr. Melissa Cichowicz (nee Betz)]]
 
* 1998 [[Dr. Melissa Betz|Dr. Melissa Cichowicz (nee Betz)]]
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* 199? [[Tammy Mleziva]]
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* 1998 [[Tammy Mleziva]]
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* 199? [[Amy Botta]]
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* 1998 [[Amy Botta]]
 
* 2005 [[Catherine "Katie" Marquiss (nee Burmeister)]]
 
* 2005 [[Catherine "Katie" Marquiss (nee Burmeister)]]
 
* 2008 [[Ali Rodrigues]]
 
* 2008 [[Ali Rodrigues]]
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* 2012 [[Brad Simon]]
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* 2012 [[Matthew Newmeyer]]
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* 2013 [[Sarah Gurgal]]
  
 
= Further Resources =
 
= Further Resources =
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* [http://www.wcuphisigmapi.org Alpha Epsilon Chapter Website]
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* [http://www.facebook.com/wcuphisigmapi Alpha Epsilon Facebook Page]
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* [http://www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/WCU/cpages/home.jsp?chapter=10&org=WCU/ West Chester University Alumni Association's Phi Sigma Pi Chapter page]
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* [http://twitter.com/phisigmapiae Alpha Epsilon Twitter Page]
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* [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2201408181#/group.php?gid=45062152213 Phi Sigma Pi - Alpha Epsilon Alumni of West Chester University of PA Facebook Group]
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* [http://instagram.com/phisigmapiae Alpha Epsilon Instagram Page]
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* [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PSPAlumsofAlphaEpsilon/ Alumni Webgroup of Alpha Epsilon Chapter]
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=In the News=
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* [http://www.delconewsnetwork.com/articles/2011/04/04/springfield_press/news/doc4d9a1d201941b971274222.txt Casey Feldman benefit concert April 9]
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* [http://media.www.wcuquad.com/media/storage/paper676/news/2008/12/08/News/Wcu-Students.Donate.Over.5000.Bears-3574231.shtml WCU students donate over 5000 bears]
  
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{{Collegiate Chapters}}
 
[[Category:Chapters]]
 
[[Category:Chapters]]
 
[[Category:Collegiate Chapters]]
 
[[Category:Collegiate Chapters]]
 
[[Category:Active Chapters]]
 
[[Category:Active Chapters]]
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[[Category:East Region]]
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[[Category:Philadelphia Metropolitan Region]]
 
[[Category:Torchia Recipients]]
 
[[Category:Torchia Recipients]]
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[[Category:Alpha Epsilon Chapter]]

Latest revision as of 11:33, 2 April 2019

Alpha Epsilon Chapter (Founded 30 October 1988) is located at West Chester University of Pennsylvania in West Chester, Pennsylvania. The Chapter was founded by the students of WCU and is a member of the Philadelphia Metropolitan Region. The current chapter president is Jack Tremper and the chapter advisor is Dr. Kim Johnson.

Chapter History

Early Years

The Alpha Epsilon Chapter was one of several expansion efforts during the late 1980s. Despite the presence of two long standing organizations (Abbe Society and Friars Society) with similar ideals on campus, Phi Sigma Pi developed its own niche and soon rivaled other campus organizations in size and familiarity. Much of the success was due to the dedication of the Founding members and the Chapter's former Advisor, Dr. Melissa Cichowicz (nee Betz).

The Active Chapter

The Chapter currently has over 80 members. The most recent initiate class was the Beta Nu class inducted in Fall 2018.

2018-2019 Alpha Epsilon Executive Board

Spring 2019 Alpha Epsilon Chairs


Chapter Mascot

Alpha Epsilon's chapter mascot in spring 2015 was the sea turtle.

Local Philanthropy

Alpha Epsilon's local philanthropies include the Casey Feldman Foundation

Past Chapter Presidents

Initiate Classes

Main Article: List of Alpha Epsilon Chapter Initiate Classes

Chapter Events & Activities

Founder's Weekend

Alpha Epsilon Founder's Day is on October 30, 1988. Alpha Epsilon recently celebrated their 25th Anniversary this year with a banquet that included the brothers and several alumni of Alpha Epsilon.

Regular Chapter Events

  • Adopt-a-Block
  • Local 5K's and walks for charities
  • Providing help to the Chester County Food Bank
  • Adopt-a-family for the holidays
  • Bake sales
  • Restaurant nights

Inter-Chapter Events

Alpha Epsilon hosted its first annual Turkey Bowl flag-football tournament in Fall 2008. It was attended by brothers from Alpha Epsilon Chapter and Alpha Lambda Chapter. The event continued through fall 2015 until [needs to be updated].

Notable Alumni

Honorary Brothers of Alpha Epsilon Chapter

Chapter Honors and Awards

National Awards


Distinguished Service Key Recipients

Rolla F. Wood Alumni Scholarship Recipients

Outstanding Chapter Advisor Award

University Awards

  • 1993 W.C.U. Homecoming Parade 2nd place award for themed float "The Little Mermaid"
  • 1995 W.C.U. Homecoming Court (Patrick Herron and Nancy Gimbel)
  • 1996 W.C.U. Homecoming Court (Christopher Guglielmo and ??)
  • 2011 W.C.U. Homecoming Parade 2nd place award for Quidditch themed dance in the Homecoming Parade
  • 2013 W.C.U. Homecoming Court (Beau Ryck and Vika Mosuriak)
  • 2013 W.C.U. Homecoming Parade 1st place award for Superhero themed dance in the Homecoming Parade

Chapter Service Key Recipients

Further Resources

In the News

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