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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 [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 [[Amber Staska]] and the chapter advisor is [[Dr. Melissa Cichowicz]].
  
 
== Chapter History ==
 
== Chapter History ==
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=== The Active Chapter ===
 
=== 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]]
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The current chapter has over 40 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 ===
 
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* [[Aileen Burke]] (Spring '07)
 
* [[Aileen Burke]] (Spring '07)
 
* [[Ali Rodrigues]] (Fall '07 - Spring '08)
 
* [[Ali Rodrigues]] (Fall '07 - Spring '08)
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* [[Emily Gentile]] (Fall '08 - present)
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* [[Emily Gentile]] (Fall '08 - Spring '09)
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* [[Amber Staska]] (Fall '09 - 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. In 2008, Alpha Epsilon celebrated their 20th Anniversary with a formal dinner dance with alumni guests, a slideshow of the past 20 years, and chapter scrapbooks on display.
  
 
=== 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
 
* Making dog toys for the SPCA
 
* Making dog toys for the SPCA
 
* Adopt-a-family for the holidays
 
* Adopt-a-family for the holidays
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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.
 
* [[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).
 
* [[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).
 
* [[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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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 W.C.U. and is a member of the East Region. The current chapter president is Amber Staska and the chapter advisor is Dr. Melissa Cichowicz.

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 Advisor, Dr. Melissa Cichowicz (nee Betz).

The Active Chapter

The current chapter has over 40 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.

Alpha Epsilon Chapter, Spring 2008

Chapter Mascot

Alpha Epsilon's chapter mascot is the sea turtle.

Local Philanthropy

Alpha Epsilon's local philanthropy is the brain tumor 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. In 2008, Alpha Epsilon celebrated their 20th Anniversary with a formal dinner dance with alumni guests, a slideshow of the past 20 years, and chapter scrapbooks on display.

Regular Chapter Events

  • Adopt-a-Block
  • Local 5K's and walks for charities
  • Making dog toys for the SPCA
  • Adopt-a-family for the holidays
  • Running a concession stand at Philadelphia Eagles games
  • Bake sales
  • Restaurant nights

Notable Alumni

Chapter Honors and Awards

National Awards

Distinguished Service Key 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 ??)

Chapter Service Key Recipients

Further Resources

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