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| − | '''Emily C. Specchio''' (3 September 1984 - 15 May 2006) was an Alumna of [[Alpha Rho Chapter]] (ΑΡ 602) at [http://www.vt.edu Virginia Tech]. Emily passed away suddenly and tragically due to a brain aneurysm, shortly after graduating in May of 2006. | + | '''Emily C. Specchio''' (3 September [[1984]] - 15 May [[2006]]) was an Alumna of [[Alpha Rho Chapter]] (ΑΡ 602) at [http://www.vt.edu Virginia Tech]. Emily passed away suddenly and tragically due to a brain aneurysm, shortly after graduating in May of 2006. |
== Early Fraternity Life and Career == | == Early Fraternity Life and Career == | ||
| − | Emily enrolled at Virginia Tech after graduating from Mendham High School, | + | Emily enrolled at Virginia Tech in Fall 2002 after graduating from Mendham High School in Chester, New Jersey the previous Spring. As a sophomore, she rushed Phi Sigma Pi in Spring 2004. After a successful Initiation period, Emily was Inducted into the Chapter with the Alpha Alpha Initiate Class in April of that year. |
== Collegiate Years at Alpha Rho Chapter == | == Collegiate Years at Alpha Rho Chapter == | ||
[[Image:AP RelayForLife.JPG|thumb|150px|left|Emily (center) at Relay for Life]] | [[Image:AP RelayForLife.JPG|thumb|150px|left|Emily (center) at Relay for Life]] | ||
| − | Emily was very active during her time as an undergraduate and could always be found at fraternity events with a smile on her face. She served as Executive Assistant in Fall 2005 and was active in helping plan and organize many | + | Emily was very active during her time as an undergraduate and could always be found at fraternity events with a smile on her face. She served as Alpha Rho's Executive Assistant in Fall 2005 and was active in helping plan and organize many chapter events, including serving as captain of the Alpha Rho Relay for Life team in Spring 2006. Under her leadership, the team raised nearly $5,000, placing it as one of the top three fundraising student organizations at the Virginia Tech Relay for Life event that year. In addition, Emily helped to coordinate a weekly mentorship program for first graders at Gilbert Linkous Elementary School. |
Outside of Phi Sigma Pi, Emily enriched her college experience by spending the spring semester of her junior year in Lugano, Switzerland as part of Virginia Tech's Study Abroad program. Furthermore, she demonstrated her willingness to serve others by participating in two mission trips to the Dominican Republic during her time in college. | Outside of Phi Sigma Pi, Emily enriched her college experience by spending the spring semester of her junior year in Lugano, Switzerland as part of Virginia Tech's Study Abroad program. Furthermore, she demonstrated her willingness to serve others by participating in two mission trips to the Dominican Republic during her time in college. | ||
| − | Emily was awarded the [[Alpha Rho Chapter Internal Awards#Alpha Rho Tripod Scholarship|Alpha Rho Tripod Scholarship]] in March 2006 at Alpha Rho's annual [[Alpha Rho Chapter#Alumni Weekend|Alumni Banquet]] in recognition of her excellence in all three legs of the tripod. | + | Emily was awarded the [[List of Alpha Rho Chapter Internal Awards#Alpha Rho Tripod Scholarship|Alpha Rho Tripod Scholarship]] in March 2006 at Alpha Rho's annual [[Alpha Rho Chapter#Alumni Weekend|Alumni Banquet]] in recognition of her excellence in all three legs of the tripod. |
[[Image:EmilySpecchioHeadstone.jpg|thumb|100px|right|Emily's headstone]] | [[Image:EmilySpecchioHeadstone.jpg|thumb|100px|right|Emily's headstone]] | ||
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== Legacy == | == Legacy == | ||
=== Emily Carrigg Specchio Memorial Scholarship === | === Emily Carrigg Specchio Memorial Scholarship === | ||
| − | This endowed Virginia Tech scholarship fund was created by Emily's family and friends to honor her spirit and memory. The scholarship was endowed in just over two months, in which time over $50,000 of donations were received. As of Fall 2007, the endowment had reached $77,000. The initial scholarship was awarded in Spring 2007 and | + | This endowed Virginia Tech scholarship fund was created by Emily's family and friends to honor her spirit and memory. The scholarship was endowed in just over two months, in which time over $50,000 of donations were received. As of Fall 2007, the endowment had reached $77,000. The initial scholarship was awarded in Spring 2007 and continues to be awarded annually to outstanding Virginia Tech students studying abroad in Lugano, Switzerland, with special preference for Marketing Majors or Alpha Rho Brothers. |
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[[Image:EmilySpecchioBench.jpg|thumb|150px|right|Plaque on the Emily Specchio Memorial Bench]] | [[Image:EmilySpecchioBench.jpg|thumb|150px|right|Plaque on the Emily Specchio Memorial Bench]] | ||
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A memorial bench was installed by Emily's family at the duckpond on the Virginia Tech campus. The duckpond was one of Emily's favorite places on campus and is the official Adopt-A-Spot of Alpha Rho. The bench includes a plaque displaying one of Emily's life mantra's: "Embrace that which defines you." | A memorial bench was installed by Emily's family at the duckpond on the Virginia Tech campus. The duckpond was one of Emily's favorite places on campus and is the official Adopt-A-Spot of Alpha Rho. The bench includes a plaque displaying one of Emily's life mantra's: "Embrace that which defines you." | ||
| − | Beginning in Spring 2007, the bench was added to the [[Alpha Rho History Appreciation | + | Beginning in Spring 2007, the bench was added to the [[Alpha Rho Chapter History Appreciation List]]. |
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| + | === Emily C. Specchio Tripod Scholarship === | ||
| + | This annual [[Alpha Rho Chapter]] scholarship is presented each spring an Alpha Rho Brother who exemplifies all three legs of the tripod. First awarded in 1997, it was renamed in Emily's honor in April 2009, in remembrance of Emily's many contributions to the Chapter and her receipt of the scholarship in 2006. | ||
=== The Emily C. Specchio Foundation === | === The Emily C. Specchio Foundation === | ||
| − | [http:// | + | The [http://www.emilycspecchiofoundation.org/ Emily C. Specchio Foundation] was organized in 2007 by her family as a way to celebrate the life of Emily by following her inspirational lead in continuing to support charitable organizations close to her heart. |
On May 15, 2007, the one year anniversary of Emily's death, the Foundation held a "Night with an Angel" benefit banquet and silent auction. The event raised $31,300. The proceeds benefited the following causes: Emily's Virginia Tech Memorial Scholarship, the Foundation for Peace, College of Saint Elizabeth, the Hokie Spirit Memorial Fund, and the Emily C. Specchio Outstanding Dietetic Intern Award at Montclair State University. | On May 15, 2007, the one year anniversary of Emily's death, the Foundation held a "Night with an Angel" benefit banquet and silent auction. The event raised $31,300. The proceeds benefited the following causes: Emily's Virginia Tech Memorial Scholarship, the Foundation for Peace, College of Saint Elizabeth, the Hokie Spirit Memorial Fund, and the Emily C. Specchio Outstanding Dietetic Intern Award at Montclair State University. | ||
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| + | On May 15, 2008, the second annual "Night with an Angel" raised over $30,000. The third annual banquet was held on May 4, 2009 and raised over $45,000. The fourth annual banquet on May 3, 2010 was the largest yet, with over 270 people in attendance. | ||
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| + | === Emily C. Specchio Dance-A-Thon === | ||
| + | As a tribute to Emily, Alpha Rho Chapter held the Emily C. Specchio Dance-A-Thon as a charity fundraiser in Blacksburg on March 31, 2007, raising $2,358. The proceeds were donated to [[Teach For America]] in Emily's name. | ||
== Bigs and Littles == | == Bigs and Littles == | ||
| − | Emily's Big Brother is [[Graham Currin]], who is now | + | Emily's Big Brother is [[Graham Currin]], who is now an Alumnus. |
Emily has 1 Little Brother: | Emily has 1 Little Brother: | ||
| − | * [[Kate Wooldridge]], | + | * [[Kate Wooldridge]], Alumna |
== Academic Degrees == | == Academic Degrees == | ||
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== Further Resources == | == Further Resources == | ||
| − | * [http:// | + | * [http://emilycspecchiofoundation.org/wordpress/ The Emily C. Specchio Foundation] |
* [http://friendsofemily.blogspot.com/ Friends of Emily Blog] | * [http://friendsofemily.blogspot.com/ Friends of Emily Blog] | ||
* [http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=8034912919390471694&hl=en Emily's Senior Testimonial] | * [http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=8034912919390471694&hl=en Emily's Senior Testimonial] | ||
| + | * [http://www.collegiatetimes.com/news/3/ARTICLE/8820/2007-03-30.html Article about 2007 Dance-A-Thon] | ||
* [http://www.pamplin.vt.edu/magazine/fall07.pdf Article about Emily's Endowed Virginia Tech Scholarship - page 17] | * [http://www.pamplin.vt.edu/magazine/fall07.pdf Article about Emily's Endowed Virginia Tech Scholarship - page 17] | ||
| + | == Other Interesting Facts == | ||
| + | * Emily's sister [[Kate Specchio Barrientos|Kate]] was inducted as an honorary Alpha Rho Brother in April 2007. | ||
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| + | {{Infobox APAward| preceded = [[Rob Montgomery]] | succeeded = [[Lauren Lickiss]] | apaward = [[List of Alpha Rho Chapter Internal Awards#Emily C. Specchio Tripod Scholarship|Tripod Scholarship]]| year = 2006}} | ||
| + | {{AP Remembrance}} | ||
[[Category:Members]] | [[Category:Members]] | ||
[[Category:Alumni Members]] | [[Category:Alumni Members]] | ||
[[Category:Alpha Rho Members]] | [[Category:Alpha Rho Members]] | ||
[[Category:Alpha Rho Alumni Members]] | [[Category:Alpha Rho Alumni Members]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Alpha Rho Chapter]] | ||
[[Category:Featured Content]] | [[Category:Featured Content]] | ||
Latest revision as of 09:40, 2 August 2010
| Emily Specchio | |
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| Name | Emily Specchio |
| Chapter | Alpha Rho Virginia Tech |
| Date Inducted | Spring 2004 |
| Roll Number | ΑΡ 602 |
| Alumni Chapter/Assoc | |
| Honorary Member | |
| Major | Marketing Management |
| Birthdate | 9/3/1984 |
| Spouse | n/a |
| Nicknames | Em |
| Awards | AP Tripod Scholarship |
Emily C. Specchio (3 September 1984 - 15 May 2006) was an Alumna of Alpha Rho Chapter (ΑΡ 602) at Virginia Tech. Emily passed away suddenly and tragically due to a brain aneurysm, shortly after graduating in May of 2006.
Contents
Early Fraternity Life and Career
Emily enrolled at Virginia Tech in Fall 2002 after graduating from Mendham High School in Chester, New Jersey the previous Spring. As a sophomore, she rushed Phi Sigma Pi in Spring 2004. After a successful Initiation period, Emily was Inducted into the Chapter with the Alpha Alpha Initiate Class in April of that year.
Collegiate Years at Alpha Rho Chapter
Emily was very active during her time as an undergraduate and could always be found at fraternity events with a smile on her face. She served as Alpha Rho's Executive Assistant in Fall 2005 and was active in helping plan and organize many chapter events, including serving as captain of the Alpha Rho Relay for Life team in Spring 2006. Under her leadership, the team raised nearly $5,000, placing it as one of the top three fundraising student organizations at the Virginia Tech Relay for Life event that year. In addition, Emily helped to coordinate a weekly mentorship program for first graders at Gilbert Linkous Elementary School.
Outside of Phi Sigma Pi, Emily enriched her college experience by spending the spring semester of her junior year in Lugano, Switzerland as part of Virginia Tech's Study Abroad program. Furthermore, she demonstrated her willingness to serve others by participating in two mission trips to the Dominican Republic during her time in college.
Emily was awarded the Alpha Rho Tripod Scholarship in March 2006 at Alpha Rho's annual Alumni Banquet in recognition of her excellence in all three legs of the tripod.
Graduation and Tragedy
Emily graduated Magna Cum Laude on May 13, 2006 with a Bachelor's of Science in Marketing Management. She returned home to New Jersey with her parents the following day and suffered a brain aneurysm that night. Rushed to the hospital by her parents, she could not be saved. Emily's body held on until May 15th, long enough for her last selfless act: donating her organs.
Emily's funeral on May 18, 2006 brought hundreds of mourners to St. Lawrence Church in Chester, New Jersey. The funeral was attended by over 60 Alpha Rho Brothers, a testament to the impact Emily had on her fellow Brothers. She was laid to rest at Pleasant Hill Cemetary in Chester, New Jersey.
Legacy
Emily Carrigg Specchio Memorial Scholarship
This endowed Virginia Tech scholarship fund was created by Emily's family and friends to honor her spirit and memory. The scholarship was endowed in just over two months, in which time over $50,000 of donations were received. As of Fall 2007, the endowment had reached $77,000. The initial scholarship was awarded in Spring 2007 and continues to be awarded annually to outstanding Virginia Tech students studying abroad in Lugano, Switzerland, with special preference for Marketing Majors or Alpha Rho Brothers.
Emily Specchio Memorial Bench
A memorial bench was installed by Emily's family at the duckpond on the Virginia Tech campus. The duckpond was one of Emily's favorite places on campus and is the official Adopt-A-Spot of Alpha Rho. The bench includes a plaque displaying one of Emily's life mantra's: "Embrace that which defines you."
Beginning in Spring 2007, the bench was added to the Alpha Rho Chapter History Appreciation List.
Emily C. Specchio Tripod Scholarship
This annual Alpha Rho Chapter scholarship is presented each spring an Alpha Rho Brother who exemplifies all three legs of the tripod. First awarded in 1997, it was renamed in Emily's honor in April 2009, in remembrance of Emily's many contributions to the Chapter and her receipt of the scholarship in 2006.
The Emily C. Specchio Foundation
The Emily C. Specchio Foundation was organized in 2007 by her family as a way to celebrate the life of Emily by following her inspirational lead in continuing to support charitable organizations close to her heart.
On May 15, 2007, the one year anniversary of Emily's death, the Foundation held a "Night with an Angel" benefit banquet and silent auction. The event raised $31,300. The proceeds benefited the following causes: Emily's Virginia Tech Memorial Scholarship, the Foundation for Peace, College of Saint Elizabeth, the Hokie Spirit Memorial Fund, and the Emily C. Specchio Outstanding Dietetic Intern Award at Montclair State University.
On May 15, 2008, the second annual "Night with an Angel" raised over $30,000. The third annual banquet was held on May 4, 2009 and raised over $45,000. The fourth annual banquet on May 3, 2010 was the largest yet, with over 270 people in attendance.
Emily C. Specchio Dance-A-Thon
As a tribute to Emily, Alpha Rho Chapter held the Emily C. Specchio Dance-A-Thon as a charity fundraiser in Blacksburg on March 31, 2007, raising $2,358. The proceeds were donated to Teach For America in Emily's name.
Bigs and Littles
Emily's Big Brother is Graham Currin, who is now an Alumnus.
Emily has 1 Little Brother:
- Kate Wooldridge, Alumna
Academic Degrees
- Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University Class of 2006, Bachelor's of Science in Marketing Management
Further Resources
- The Emily C. Specchio Foundation
- Friends of Emily Blog
- Emily's Senior Testimonial
- Article about 2007 Dance-A-Thon
- Article about Emily's Endowed Virginia Tech Scholarship - page 17
Other Interesting Facts
- Emily's sister Kate was inducted as an honorary Alpha Rho Brother in April 2007.
| Alpha Rho Chapter Awards - Tripod Scholarship | ||
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| Preceded By Rob Montgomery |
Year 2006 |
Succeeded By Lauren Lickiss |
| Alpha Rho Chapter - In Remembrance | |
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| Mike Perry • Emily Specchio • Erin Peterson | |
