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− | '''Metrolina Alumni Chapter''' (Founded 14 October [[2017]]) is located in Charlotte, NC. The [[Alumni Chapters|Chapter]] was founded by 13 members, driven by [[Stephen Cristiano]] (EA), [[Jenna Berinsky]] (GI | + | '''Metrolina Alumni Chapter''' (Founded 14 October [[2017]]) is located in Charlotte, NC. The [[Alumni Chapters|Chapter]] was founded by 13 members, driven by [[Stephen Cristiano]] (EA), [[Jenna Berinsky]] (GI), and [[Crystal Simmerman]] (GZ). |
== Chapter History == | == Chapter History == | ||
=== Founding === | === Founding === | ||
− | *The | + | *The Metrolina Chapter was officially recognized at the [[2018 National Convention]] in Phoenix, AZ. |
*At the [[2016 National Convention]], Founder [[Stephen Cristiano]] met with [[ENCAC]] and [[Tau Chapter]] Brother [[Chris Crout]] to discuss the creation of a Charlotte, NC area alumni chapter. The then Metrolina Alumni Association received word they were Chartered while on a day trip to Asheville, NC with [[SAAC Alumni Chapter]] | *At the [[2016 National Convention]], Founder [[Stephen Cristiano]] met with [[ENCAC]] and [[Tau Chapter]] Brother [[Chris Crout]] to discuss the creation of a Charlotte, NC area alumni chapter. The then Metrolina Alumni Association received word they were Chartered while on a day trip to Asheville, NC with [[SAAC Alumni Chapter]] | ||
*The Chapter's name was given by ENCAC Brother [[Ellie Crout]] due to Charlotte, NC's association with the banking and financial industry. | *The Chapter's name was given by ENCAC Brother [[Ellie Crout]] due to Charlotte, NC's association with the banking and financial industry. | ||
+ | *During their 2019 Plaza Midwood Historical Crawl, the Chapter officially declared their mascot to be Hugo the Hornet. Hugo is a stuffed teal hornet and also the mascot of the Charlotte Hornets basketball team. | ||
=== The Active Chapter === | === The Active Chapter === | ||
Officers for 2018-2019 | Officers for 2018-2019 | ||
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== Chapter Events & Activities == | == Chapter Events & Activities == | ||
=== Brunch === | === Brunch === | ||
− | The Chapter enjoys brunch | + | The Chapter enjoys brunch and frequently hosts brunch at various local restaurants. A Chapter favorite is Tupelo Honey Cafe in Charlotte's South End neighborhood. |
+ | === Brewery Visits === | ||
+ | The Charlotte area is known for its lively beer culture. The Chapter frequents local breweries such as The Olde Mecklenburg and Wooden Robot breweries. | ||
− | == | + | == Eta Xi Chapter at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte == |
− | + | The Chapter has been heavily involved with the [[Eta Xi Chapter]] since its founding in 2018. Brothers from Metrolina have also attended Eta Xi's Induction and Alumni Ritual ceremonies since their founding class. Brothers Wyatt Davies and Stephen Cristiano have hosted a Leadership in Action Module for the Chapter and attend executive board meetings. | |
Revision as of 18:03, 30 July 2019
Metrolina Alumni Chapter (Founded 14 October 2017) is located in Charlotte, NC. The Chapter was founded by 13 members, driven by Stephen Cristiano (EA), Jenna Berinsky (GI), and Crystal Simmerman (GZ).
Contents
Chapter History
Founding
- The Metrolina Chapter was officially recognized at the 2018 National Convention in Phoenix, AZ.
- At the 2016 National Convention, Founder Stephen Cristiano met with ENCAC and Tau Chapter Brother Chris Crout to discuss the creation of a Charlotte, NC area alumni chapter. The then Metrolina Alumni Association received word they were Chartered while on a day trip to Asheville, NC with SAAC Alumni Chapter
- The Chapter's name was given by ENCAC Brother Ellie Crout due to Charlotte, NC's association with the banking and financial industry.
- During their 2019 Plaza Midwood Historical Crawl, the Chapter officially declared their mascot to be Hugo the Hornet. Hugo is a stuffed teal hornet and also the mascot of the Charlotte Hornets basketball team.
The Active Chapter
Officers for 2018-2019
- President Stephen Cristiano
- Secretary Jenna Berinsky
- Recruitment Coordinator Wyatt Davies
Officers for 2017-2018
- President Stephen Cristiano
- Secretary Jenna Berinsky
- Recruitment Coordinator Crystal Simmerman
Officers for 2016-2017
- President Stephen Cristiano
- Secretary Jenna Berinsky
Chapter Events & Activities
Brunch
The Chapter enjoys brunch and frequently hosts brunch at various local restaurants. A Chapter favorite is Tupelo Honey Cafe in Charlotte's South End neighborhood.
Brewery Visits
The Charlotte area is known for its lively beer culture. The Chapter frequents local breweries such as The Olde Mecklenburg and Wooden Robot breweries.
Eta Xi Chapter at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
The Chapter has been heavily involved with the Eta Xi Chapter since its founding in 2018. Brothers from Metrolina have also attended Eta Xi's Induction and Alumni Ritual ceremonies since their founding class. Brothers Wyatt Davies and Stephen Cristiano have hosted a Leadership in Action Module for the Chapter and attend executive board meetings.