Rachel Maleski

Rachel Maleski
[[Image:|150px| ]] Rachel Maleski atop Mt. Lemmon's Windy Point just north of Tucson, AZ
Name	Rachel Maleski
Chapter	Alpha Epsilon West Chester University
Date Inducted	November 22, 2002
Roll Number	ΑΕ 323
Alumni Chapter/Assoc
Honorary Member
Major	English BSEd
Birthdate	March 10, 1983
Spouse	Jason
Nicknames
Awards	Alpha Epsilon's 1st Tammy Mleziva Outstanding Brother Award 2004

Rachel Maleski (born 10 March 1983) is an Alumni Member of Alpha Epsilon Chapter (ΑΕ 323) at West Chester University. She was inducted into the Alpha Epsilon chapter with the eight other members of the Alpha Delta Pledge class. Rachel grew up in Philadelphia, PA, but currently resides in Tucson, Arizona with her husband Jason and their adorable pug puppy, Duchess.

Early Fraternity Life and Career

Rachel decided to attend West Chester University due to the proximity to her parents' home. Rachel's mother was recently diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and wanted to stay near home. Rachel was also looking for a school to prepare her for her lifelong goal of becoming a teacher. During her first semester at WCU, Rachel had seen a flyer for Rush for Phi Sigma Pi while on campus with friend and Brother Megan Lawhead, but both realized that they did not meet the requirements for Rush at that time. Megan proceeded to Rush and become an Initiate in the Spring of '02, while Rachel rushed and became an Initiate in the Fall of '02.

Collegiate Years at Alpha Epsilon

After being inducted into the chapter, Rachel wasted no time becoming an integral part of Alpha Epsilon. Her first semester as a Brother, Rachel held the position of Finance Chair. This was the first semester that the chapter had a successful fundraising campaign, bringing in more than $1,000 in one semester.

The following semester, Fall '03, Rachel was elected to the executive board in the function of Treasurer. Rachel implemented the first actual budget, and the template was used for several years as an example for newly expanded chapters. This was the semester that Rachel pinned her first little Brother, Lauren Magnotta. This was also Rachel's first taste of PSP on the national level. She attended National Convention in Charlotte, as won proud to celebrate the Chapter's most recent Torchia win.

In the spring of '04, Rachel ran and was awarded the position of chapter VP. During this time, she planned Alpha Epsilon's annual date party, supervised all of the Brothers in chair positions, and took her second Little Brother, Marissa Levin.

In the summer of '04, Rachel also served as the chapter delegate for the Fraternity's Grand Chapter meeting. After National Council elections, Rachel applied for and was accepted on to the (now defunct) Membership Development Committee. She served on this committee until it was rolled into the larger National Development Committee, but continues to serve on the larger committee today.

During the fall of '04, Rachel did not hold any chapter positions, but continued to play a highly active role in the Fraternity. During this time period, she was awarded the first ever Tammy Mleziva Outstanding Brother award during Alpha Epsilon's yearly Founder's Day Formal in October. This is the second highest honor bestowed upon a chapter member besides the Chapter Service Key.

The spring of '05 brought student teaching and the culminating semester of Rachel's undergraduate career. While not listed as "locally" active, according to National headquarters, Rachel continued her tireless commitment to Alpha Epsilon. Rachel attended almost every chapter meeting, all ceremonies, and many social, service, and fund-raising events.

Alumni Years to Present

Upon graduating from WCU, Rachel moved to Alexandria, VA and taught 9th and 10th grade English at Falls Church High School. On July 1, 2006, Rachel married Jason in West Chester, PA. Brothers Megan Lawhead and Jon Kolle were both members of the wedding party (Brother Katie Marquiss was supposed to, but had another wedding in MA on the SAME day!).

After the wedding, Jason and Rachel's honeymoon consisted of driving across the country from Philadelphia to Tucson, AZ, where they currently reside. Rachel teaches English & Journalism at Catalina Foothills High School in northern Tucson.

From December 2006 until December 2007, Rachel worked with former Director of Expansion Colleen Donathan to try to activate a chapter at the University of Arizona. Despite their distinctive effort, the colony was forced to dissolve before activating as a chapter.

Rachel continues to remain emotionally connected to Phi Sigma Pi, and boasts many solid friendships due to the Fraternity. Rachel serves on the National Development Committee and looks forward to the 2009 Alumni Convention in San Diego!

National Involvement

• Membership Development Committee 2004-2006
• National Development Committee 2006-2009

Bigs and Littles

Rachel Maleski's Big Brother is Jon Kolle

Rachel Maleski has 2 Little Brothers:

• Lauren Magnotta, Alumna
• Marissa Levin, Alumna

Further Resources

Blog[1] Facebook[2]

Other Interesting Facts

~Rachel is a proud member of the Van Der Schyff family line, which includes past National Council President Tammy Mleziva.

~Three of Rachel's closest friends are fellow AE Brothers Jon Kolle, Megan Lawhead, and Katie Marquiss.

~Rachel spent many hours in cars road-tripping to many chapters, and even helped Jon through a ridiculous ticket driving through Madison County, VA heading to Charlotte for convention.

~Rachel participated in almost every single AE event, including working for Chester County, Pa Voter Services every single election while an undergrad.

~Rachel had a blast supporting fellow Brother Erik Walschburger every time he guest bartended.