Alpha Epsilon Chapter

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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 chapter currently has over 50 members. The most recent pledge class was the Alpha Sigma class with 10 members inducted in Spring 2009.

Alpha Epsilon Chapter, Spring 2008

The chapter's most recent accomplishment was winning the Purple and Gold award for Best Website at 2009 National Convention. Alpha Epsilon chapter will be hosting the East Region Conference in February 2010.

2009-2010 Alpha Epsilon Executive Board

Fall 2009 Alpha Epsilon Committee Chairs

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

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.

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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