Alpha Phi International

Featured Product Friday: Stamps from Noteworthy Collections

2012-02-10T09:00:00.001-06:00

Making your Alpha Phi mark on personal stationery, books and envelopes is a SNAP with the Noteworthy Collections Snap Stamp (Greek Collection). These designer self-inking stamps allow for approximately 10,000 to 14,000 impressions. Purchase one base and snap on as many different designs as you want. No more messy fingers, special tools or the need to purchase multiple stamp bases! You can also add fun accessories to your order to create your Snap Stamp mark on stickers or add extra ink to your stamper base. Stamp dimensions are 1.48 x 1.48. Purchase yours by clicking here.

Featured Product Friday: Upgrade Your Badge

2012-02-03T09:00:00.001-06:00

Did you know that Alpha Phi offers more badge options than just the standard gold-filled badge?

Whether you’re a member wanting to upgrade from the standard gold badge or a new member purchasing a badge for the first time, you have the option to add some bling to this already beautiful piece. Listed below are the various options offered by Alpha Phi and our official Greek Licensed jeweler, Herff Jones. Add some class with one or more pearls, or dazzle with a diamond option. And get this…you can even do both!

Pricing and descriptions are listed below each image. Directions on how to order or upgrade from your current badge are listed at the bottom of the page.

1. PLAIN: The official plain badge (Style #100) is available in sterling silver, 10K yellow gold, or 10K white gold finish.

Price

Gold-Filled : $60.00

Sterling Silver: $75.00

10K Yellow Gold: $168.00

10K White Gold: $183.00

2. PEARL: The official plain badge with a raised tiffany pearl (style #101) is available in sterling silver, 10K yellow gold or 10K white gold finish.

Price

Sterling Silver: $79.00

10K Yellow Gold: $173.00

10K White Gold: $188.00

PEARLS: The official crown pearl badge (style # 1001) is available in sterling silver, 10K yellow gold, or 10K white gold finish.

Price

Sterling Silver: $128.00

10K Yellow Gold: $203.00

10K White Gold: $218.00

3. DIAMOND: The official plain badge with raised tiffany diamond (style #102) is available in sterling silver, 10K yellow gold or 10K white gold finish.

Price

Sterling Silver: $96.00

10K Yellow Gold: $188.00

10K White Gold: $203.00

4. ALTERNATING PEARL AND DIAMOND: The official crown pearl and diamond badge with a raised tiffany diamond (style #2000) is available in sterling silver, 10K yellow gold, or 10K white gold finish.

Price

Sterling Silver: $180.00

10K Yellow Gold: $293.00

10K White Gold: $308.00

ALTERNATING PEARL AND DIAMONIQUE*: The official crown pearl and diamonique* badge with raised tiffany diamonique (style #2001) is available in sterling silver, 10K yellow gold, or 10K white gold finish.

Price

Sterling Silver: $180.00

10K Yellow Gold: $228.00

10K White Gold: $243.00

*diamonique is a quality cubic zirconia.

Click here to upgrade your badge. Click here if you are a new member and would like to learn how to purchase a badge other than the standard gold-filled badge.

Quarterly Review

2012-02-01T10:00:00.001-06:00

Winter 1992

Eta Chis from Bishop’s University, Lennoxville, Que., atop Jay Peak in Vermont. The photo was taken in September at the chapter’s annual rush retreat.

Inside the EO: Kary Huffman

2012-01-26T08:56:00.001-06:00

What is your name? Kary Crumm Huffman

Where are you originally from? San Jose, CA

Where did you attend college and what chapter were you a part of there? San Jose State University, Beta Psi Chapter

What was your major in college? English, minored in religious studies

What was your plan post-graduation? My plan was to be a Greek Advisor and I started down that path in a graduate program at SJSU. I then realized that Greek advisors worked over 60 hours a week sometimes and decided that the career was not conducive to me having a family. Thus, I went back to the original plan of being a high school English teacher. After I had my first son, I decided to work from home doing bookkeeping for Alpha Phi chapters with Sorority Solutions, Inc.

Why did you decide to work for Alpha Phi International Fraternity? I obviously love Alpha Phi and I have spent many years volunteering in various capacities. I decided to work for Alpha Phi International both to meet and “touch” a larger group of collegiate and alumnae, but also to really make sure that our new Billhighway gets off the ground running in such a way as to really benefit our collegiate chapters.

What is your job title? Program Coordinator, Finance

When did you start in your current position? January 2012

What is your favorite memory of Alpha Phi—as a collegian, alumna, or staff member?
My favorite memory so far would have to be volunteering to work with a struggling chapter and watching that chapter reach campus total for the first time in over a decade. So many others had given up on the chapter and I decided to focus on them, giving them the tools to function as a proper collegiate chapter, and they have just flourished. I was so proud to hear their screams and see their pride when they accomplished such a big goal.

What do you like best about working at the Executive Office or what are you most looking forward to? I am very familiar with our chapters on the west coast, and I am very much looking forward to meeting, connecting, and working with our chapters throughout the rest of the United States and Canada.

What are some of your goals for the next few years? My goal would be to help steam-line the fraternity’s financial processes so that there is consistency in all of our programs, procedures, and messages regarding chapter finances.

Do you have any advice for current collegiate members? Volunteer as an alumna! Though I have many fond memories of being a collegian and loved my time at my collegiate chapter, I have had the best experiences and have made some of my best friends by volunteering after I graduated!

Famous Phis: Jeri Ryan

2012-01-25T13:14:00.000-06:00

Jeri Ryan (Beta-Northwestern) is an established actress who has starred in both television shows and films. She currently plays the role of Dr. Kate Murphy on ABC’s hit drama Body of Proof. In addition to her current role, she is well know for her work as Seven of Nine on Star Trek: Voyager; Tara Cole on Leverage; and Ronnie Cooke on Boston Public.

Jeri attended Northwestern University where she was a member of the Beta chapter of Alpha Phi and earned a degree in Theater. While in school, she was crowned Miss Illinois and went on to become third runner up in the 1990 Miss America Pageant. Upon graduation she moved to Los Angeles, California to pursue her acting career.

In addition to the roles mentioned above she has appeared in many shows and movies including The OC, Down with Love, Shark, Warehouse 13, and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. She was nominated for and won several awards for her work on Star Trek: Voyager.

Annie Williams is a collegiate member at Gamma Kappa (CSU/Long Beach).

Featured Product Friday: Anorak from Geneologie

2012-01-20T09:00:00.001-06:00

This featured Anorak by Geneologie is made from water-resistant nylon and lined with soft cotton flannel. Known for its signature stripe across the chest and back, it is a comfy customizable choice for Alpha Phi chapters.

The minimum order number for embroidery is only 24. Price for the product ranges from $39.00-$41.00. The price will go down as the purchase quantity increases.Order these for your chapter by clicking here!

Sisterhood & Safety

2012-01-17T09:33:00.001-06:00

Our own safety and the safety of our sisters is a growing concern on campuses across the country. When it comes to safety, be proactive and don’t ever think you’re being too careful. Here are some tips to staying safe this semester.

If you’re inviting friends over, and you say it’s okay for them to bring friends, make sure to lock your door and put your valuables away. It may even be your roommates’ friends, but you can never be sure who is going to help him or herself to your belongings.

Think about safety when you’re choosing off campus housing: First floor vs. second floor? Windows that lock? Individual keys for your bedrooms? These are all legitimate concerns that you should be sure to address with your landlord or complex manager prior to signing a lease.

Be aware of your surroundings. This is true whether you are choosing an area for housing, an area for parking or just walking across campus. Think about where you’re going and what the safest way to get there is, and at night, what areas are well-lit. Avoid listening to music on your headphones while you’re out alone. This minimizes your ability to hear someone approaching and also advertises to a potential thief that you have something valuable to attempt to steal.

Take a self-defense class! Last year one of my sisters who is a black belt in karate taught our chapter some moves during a programming meeting. If you don’t have time to work it into your schedule, some campus recreation programs offer self-defense, or check out the local YMCA.

Talk about safety and inform yourself. Chances are your college or university has a Department of Safety or a site including tips, resources and where to report incidents. Educate yourself and your sisters on the potential risks, and have a plan should anything happen. The more aware you are of what could potentially happen, the more aware you will be if something is going on that doesn’t make you feel 100% comfortable. Never downplay your concerns, and if you don’t feel comfortable, remove yourself from the situation and report suspicious activity to campus security or police.

Visit Security on Campus, Inc. and Community Oriented Policing Services for more resources on campus safety.

Katie Foster is a collegiate member at Delta Nu (Maine).

What does your chapter do to make sure its members stay safe?

Featured Product Friday: Key Fobs from Jamie Ann

2012-01-13T09:00:00.001-06:00

From Greek Licensed Vendor Jamie Ann Online: Alpha Phi Key Fob

Handmade with personal attention to detail, these key fobs are designed with the sorority colors in mind. The brightly colored key fobs measure 1.25" wide and 5" long and are made of sturdy cotton webbing, grosgrain ribbon and nickel-plated hardware. The key fobs fit around your wrist. Just choose your sorority and enjoy the cheery reminder of sorority days every time you use your keys!

Featured Product Friday: Necklace from Urban Sparrow

2012-01-06T09:00:00.001-06:00

A beautiful hand stamped sterling disc, hung on a dainty chain, and designed by Greek licensed vendor Urban Sparrow. Disc measures 3/4" and various chain lengths are available, including 16", 18" and 24."

Price is $42.00 and can be ordered online by clicking here.

Inside the EO: Fresh Faces Series

2012-01-05T14:00:00.003-06:00

What is your name? Kelly Ryan

Where are you originally from? Bow, New Hampshire

Where did you attend college and what chapter were you a part of there? I was initiated at James Madison University (Theta Iota) and transferred my sophomore year to the University of New Hampshire (Eta Alpha).

What was your major in college? I was a Recreation Management and Policy Major- Therapeutic Recreation

What was your plan post-graduation? Did you pursue a graduate degree post-graduation? I graduated this past spring. This past summer I completed a 580 hour clinical at a state Hospital in New Hampshire, and in October I became a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. As of right now, I do not plan on pursuing a graduate degree for at least a few years; I’d like to get settled in the “real world” for a while first!

Why did you decide to work for Alpha Phi International Fraternity? As a collegian, I was always very involved with the Fraternity and held leadership roles such as Vice President of Program Development and Chapter President. Alpha Phi has been there for me since the day I received my bid and I want to show my gratitude. I decided to work for Alpha Phi International Fraternity because I want to help Alpha Phi continue its greatness.

What is your job title? Coordinator of Collegiate Member Services

When did you start in your current position? Mid-December 2011

What is your favorite memory of Alpha Phi—as a collegian, alumna, or staff member? Convention 2010. As Chapter President I was lucky enough to attend Convention as UNH’s Collegiate voting delegate. My time spent there opened my eyes to Alpha Phi as an International organization and a lifetime commitment. It was genuinely a life changing experience.

What do you like best about working at the Executive Office or what are you most looking forward to? I love how everyone in the office comes from different backgrounds, including many different chapters of Alpha Phi, however, everyday we come to work with a common goal which brings us all together; and that goal is to make Alpha Phi a better organization!

What are some of your goals for the next few years? Since I relocated to Chicago as a result of this job, one of my big goals it to learn my way around the city! I would also like to run a half-marathon; I’m not sure which one will take more time!

Do you have any advice for current collegiate members? Alpha Phi has an unlimited amount of resources for you as a collegiate member and alumna, so take the time to investigate how Alpha Phi can help you accomplish your future goals and remember it is a lifetime commitment!

Famous Phis: Rosemarie B. DeWitt

2012-01-03T09:46:00.000-06:00

Alumna Rosemarie B. DeWitt (Theta Mu-Hofstra) is a popular American actress appearing in both films and television shows. She is known for her starring roles as FBI hostage negotiator Emily Lehman in the hit television show “Standoff,” and as Charmaine Craine on the original series “United States of Tara.” She has also appeared in “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” “Queens Supreme,” “Sex and the City,” “Rescue Me” and “Mad Men.” She played Rachel in the movie Rachel Getting Married, for which she received 10 award nominations and won several critics’ awards, as well as a Satellite Award for Best Supporting Actress. She also appeared in Purple Violets, Off the Black, Shut Up and Sing, The Great New Wonderful, Blackbird, and most recently, as Ben Affleck’s wife in The Company Men (2010). She also appeared as Sara Wilson in Cinderella Man, which told the story of her real life grandfather, James J. Braddock. In addition to her studies at Hofstra University, she also studied at the Actors Center in New York.

Annie Williams is a collegiate member at CSU/Long Beach (Gamma Kappa).

Happy New Year!

2012-01-02T13:00:00.001-06:00

We asked sisters to finish the following sentence. Listed below are 10 of our favorite responses!

My favorite Alpha Phi memory from 2011 is…

“…Getting initiated into an amazing sisterhood! Though I've only been in Alpha Phi for a few months, it has been one of the most rewarding and best experiences of my life! So proud to be an Alpha Phi!” - Kathleen Caporoso

“…Being given an antique pin by a fellow sister for my little dipper. By the time she's old enough to be initiated, it will be 100 years old!” - Bree Barnett Dreyfuss

“…Learning that we are colonizing at Clemson University!” -Laura McMahon Kovacs

“…When we officially broke ground to start building the Iota Nu chapter house! As a founding member at the University of Kentucky, it has been so exciting to see everything come together over the last 3 years. Can't wait to start senior year in our new home!” -Lindsay Price Niklas

“….The 20th anniversary of the Theta Iota chapter of James Madison University. As one of the founders of this amazing sisterhood, it was wonderful to reunite with 20+ other founding sisters as well as see the wonderful legacies who followed!” -Jennifer Gregorio Alberto

“… Being given the chance to participate in Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI). I connected with sisters from so many different places and showed me that there is more to Alpha Phi than my own chapter. I learned about myself and Alpha Phi as a whole and met some of the most amazing women ever. ELI made me even more proud to call myself an Alpha Phi.” -Marissa McLean

“…Learning about our ritual in a whole new way as I served as a Silver Circle Facilitator at the Emerging Leaders Institute. Sharing our ritual and learning about the ritual with the collegians was an amazing experience and I will cherish it.” - Kristina Feher

“…Pinning my Alpha Phi pin on my daughter during Initiation! But a close second -- learning that Alpha Phi will re-colonize on the Creighton University campus in Omaha, Nebraska.” - Sharon Stephens Jensen

“…During a charity date auction I organized in my home town(San Diego), in which I recruited San Diego Alpha Phi's from over 12 different schools to come and help me with the event. Even though I was just meeting some of these women for the first time we shared a bond that was so incredibly amazing it was unexplainable. We shared the bond of sisterhood. We shared the bond of Alpha Phi. That's when I realized being a part of Alpha Phi is one of the biggest blessings and it truly is something so much bigger and so much more amazing than I ever could have imagined.” - Ashley Rhame

“…Big/little week and Initiation. I eagerly awaited both events with a countdown and crossed off the days until each arrived. I remember being too excited to sleep after both events and they both left special imprints on my heart that I will remember forever!! I am beyond thrilled with my choice to join and I'm reminded each day how lucky I am to call myself an Alpha Phi!” Kirsten Logan

Quarterly Review

2012-01-01T10:00:00.016-06:00

Summer 1983

Title Caption Reads:
"A few years ago a bumper pledge class like this one would have seemed an impossible dream at Upsilon chapter, Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas."

Zeta Beta (LMU) at Alpha Phi: Top 10 Moments of 2011

2011-12-29T08:00:00.001-06:00

Collegiate Perspective: Getting Involved

2011-12-19T11:39:00.001-06:00

As a collegian, one of the best New Year’s Resolutions is resolving to become more involved on your campus, to diversify your resume and to expand your horizons. Here are some tips on how to become more involved, while still making time for Alpha Phi.

1. Write it all down. Whether you use a calendar, a planner or your smart phone, the key to making sure you don’t miss any Alpha Phi events is to first write them all down. Once you have that mapped out, it’s easy to budget time for other events on campus.

2. Schedule a sister date. If you and two other sisters are in Nutrition Club together, you’re building stronger relationships with your sisters and simultaneously meeting new people.

3. Find clubs in your major. If you join a club that relates to your major, the advisor may be able to write you a really valuable recommendation or connect you to a career opportunity.

4. Don’t overbook. The most important aspect of getting involved is knowing your limits. When you overbook, you won’t be able to commit as well to any of your groups and you will constantly feel the stress of trying to do too much.

5. Communicate. The best way to do it all is to talk to the people in charge. If you can’t make an Alpha Phi bowling night because the Student Senate is having elections, talk to the sisters in charge of the event. Let your sisters know what nights you have Senate and ask them to try to schedule fun events on your off nights.

There are so many opportunities on campus available to collegiate members. There's no possible way to do it all, but if you follow these steps, you’ll be able to do more. Learning how much you can handle will not only help you as a collegian, it will also propel you into balancing a successful career as a post-grad.

Katie Foster is a collegiate member at Delta Nu-Maine.

Featured Product Friday: PJs from Ring Ching Ching

2011-12-09T08:00:00.003-06:00

Looking for the perfect stocking stuffer? Check out these ivy-inspired PJs from Ring Ching Ching (t-shirt and boxer shorts sold separately).

These green ivy boxer shorts are made from cotton poplin with an elastic waist. They sell for $22.00 a pair.

This Alpha Phi American Apparel shirt is 100% fine jersey and runs for $28.00.

Click here to view more details on each product or to purchase.

Famous Phis Series: Janet Murguia

2011-12-06T11:14:00.002-06:00

Janet Murguia (Gamma Delta-Kansas) is a prominent advocate for the Latino community and a popular civil rights activist. Janet went to Kansas University where she earned degrees in Journalism and Spanish. She has served as the Executive Vice Chancellor for University Relations at the University of Kansas and as Deputy Campaign Manager and Director of Constituency Outreach for Al Gore’s presidential campaign. She later served as Deputy Assistant to President Bill Clinton and as a Senior White House Liaison to Congress.

Janet currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Council of La Raza (NCLR), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the country. In addition to this impressive resume she has also been named as one of Latino Leaders magazine’s “101 Top Leaders of the Hispanic Community,” Washingtonian magazine’s “ 100 Most Powerful Women in Washington,” and The Non-Profit Times’ “Power and Influence Top 50.” She serves as a great role model for Alpha Phis aspiring to work both the business and non-profit sectors.

Annie Williams is a collegiate member of the Gamma Kappa chapter (CSU/Long Beach).

Featured Product Friday: Truly Greek Long Sleeve T

2011-12-02T09:15:00.000-06:00

Get cozy in this Truly Greek long-sleeve Lily of the Valley screen printed tee-- complete with a kangaroo pocket. Made from 100% fine jersey cotton. Check it out at Truly Greek's website. Sells for $20.75.

Quarterly Review

2011-12-01T10:00:00.002-06:00

Winter ’81 Quarterly:

A cross section of the four-story spiral staircase at DePauw (Gamma), with layers of Phis smiling down at us. The spiral staircase is still intact at the chapter house today.

Collegiate Perspective: Interacting with Alumnae

2011-11-30T09:22:00.000-06:00

The opportunities for Alpha Phi alumnae are endless, and the opportunity for collegians to interact with the dedicated alumnae network and connect with sisters everywhere is unmatched. Whether you’re on the brink of an unbelievable career opportunity, struggling to find a place in the working world or simply trying to navigate as a new alumna, there’s a sister who has been there before.

Alpha Phi’s LinkedIn groups provide career support and networking opportunities within your industry, and upon graduation, the Alpha Phi Transitions e-newsletter will be able to assist you with entering the real world.

While the Alpha Phi alumnae network is beneficial for career advancement, the opportunity to learn from and grow with alumnae—both young and old—is truly special. I encourage all sisters to connect to an alumna sister, whether they’re from your own chapter or not, as they’ll be able to share stories of Alpha Phi that may not be the same experiences you had. Sharing that familiarity as sisters is a great way to bond in the real-world.

Throughout my time in Alpha Phi, I’ve been privileged to meet and work with Alpha Phi alumnae from across the country. From each of these sisters I have learned something new, and they have motivated me to be a dedicated Alpha Phi volunteer upon graduation. They’ve inspired me to give something else back to our beloved Fraternity far beyond my collegiate experience.

Finding an alumnae opportunity is as simple as searching “alumnae” at alphaphi.org or creating a LinkedIn Profile and connecting to the Alpha Phi group. You won’t regret taking the time to do so!

Katie Foster is a collegiate member at Maine (Delta Nu)

Featured Product Friday

2011-11-25T10:00:00.009-06:00

Stay warm through the winter with these Alpha Phi sweatpants!

From Sorority Specialties' alphaphistore.com.

Click here to place your order. Item is available for individual purchase,

or buy in bulk to receive a discount.

Collegiate Perspective: Making Risk Management Fun

2011-11-21T13:35:00.002-06:00

Risk Management. Cue the cringes and groans of every collegiate Chapter President and VP Program Development. Before every social event you stand in front of the chapter and deliver the same speech about responsibility and rules. You feel like you’re beating a dead horse, and the blank stares in the crowd make you wonder if anyone is actually listening to what is being said. Sound familiar?

Today, as I finish my term as chapter president, I realize just how much time chapters spend on risk management. No chapter member will tell you that risk management is her favorite part of the Fraternity, yet the well-being of those very same members is an incredibly important part of being an Alpha Phi. As chapter leaders, we strive to engage our members in chapter programming. Risk management proves to be one of the most challenging areas, but there are ways to make your programming more fun and effective!

1) At the chapter meeting before a social event, have your VP Program Development give a jeopardy-style quiz about your chapters Risk Management policies, what time they need to be at event check-in, etc. Hand out candy to anyone who answers a question correctly. Getting members involved makes things more fun and gets people engaged in learning the information.

2) Does your chapter have a check-in hour before you leave for your event? See if you can reserve a large conference room or other room on campus. This streamlines the process for Executive Council members and alleviates the pressures of people wandering off or making a mess of the chapter house.

3) At your check in hour, provide snacks, water and fun activities. At our formal this fall we created a backdrop and had one of our members take silly prom pictures. We also had karaoke, which helped make check-in fun and prevented people from getting bored.

4) As serious and important as risk management is, remember to be positive and remind your chapter that everyone is working together! Everyone should be holding each other accountable, which alleviates the pressure for executive councils to act like chapter police.

Kelsey Moore is a collegiate member at DePauw University (Gamma chapter).

All About You

2011-11-14T09:02:00.010-06:00

In 2003 I was a successful career woman with a great job, a great house, fun friends, and big plans for being a working mom. Then that week came when we were supposed to take our little one to day care. My husband and I simply couldn’t do it, and so began my journey to maintain a sense of myself.

What is self? I suppose it’s the place where you’re comfortable with what you know, how you apply it, and what is going on in your world. If what you know shifts, how do you remain grounded? That’s been a question I ask myself almost daily.

For me, that’s where Alpha Phi has become truly valuable. College was a tremendous experience for me, full of all the superlatives you can throw at a time in your life with relatively low responsibility and high ability to do as you please. I joined as a junior and did not choose a leadership path because I knew my tenure was short. In that that time, I learned many valuable lessons on relationships and meeting expectations.

So many women I know struggle with where they fit in the world. Whether they’re in the workforce or at home for their tasks, I find many of my friends are simply drained from all they do. Stress, boredom, repetition, and lack of recognition take their toll on everyone, but especially women who want to have it all.

I’m not immune to feeling drained. Over the past eight years of my sabbatical from “a real career,” I’ve worked to build some defenses over feeling downtrodden. One method is not foolproof, but it’s so effective that it makes me sad others don’t use it.

You guessed it—I stay in touch with Alpha Phi. I take it a step beyond just the “I sent in my lifetime dues” category, although that is important and might be just what other need. I have found that I need to maintain a relationship with my alumnae chapter.

I can hear the explanations now. I’m too busy. Work wears me out. The kids have baseball, ballet, basket weaving practice. We’re all on the life path, friends, with the same amount of time in our day. And here’s what I learned, not from my Alpha Phi life, but some other key friends: if you don’t take care of you, there’s nothing left to give those you love.

What do I get from my involvement? Much like exercise gurus will encourage you to put your workout on your calendar, when I book an Alpha Phi meeting, I create a mini-goal. Get to that meeting and you’ll feel better. It works. There’ve been times I thought I should skip, but I think of the encouragement I’ll receive and realize I’m trying to excuse myself from one of the key things in my life that enables me to simply be Melinda.

Okay, so I get a night out with friends. What else, you ask? In our alumnae chapter, I’ve met people at different stages of life. New grads. New moms. New retirees. Each woman is unique, coming from a very different place than me. Sharing their experiences helps me understand my own. Learning from them helps me go back to my corner of the world refreshed, renewed, and ready to be the best I can be.

I encourage you to make that appointment for yourself. I think you’ll be surprised at how Alpha Phi can help you right now.

Melinda Wedding (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech) currently resides in McKinney, TX.

Collegiate Perspective: Famous Phis Series

2011-11-10T09:15:00.000-06:00

One of the most internationally, well-known Alpha Phis is Kimberly Williams-Paisley, initiated at Northwestern University (Beta) in Evanston, Illinois, where she earned a degree in Drama. Kimberly is most well known for her role as Annie in the Father of the Bride movies and as Dana in ABC’s popular sitcom, According to Jim. Besides these popular roles, Kimberly has also graced the screen on countless television shows and movies. Kimberly is also the wife of popular country music star, Brad Paisley. Kimberly has proven herself to be an inspiring role model for Alpha Phis who are pursuing a career in the entertainment industry.

Annie Williams is a collegiate member at CSU/Long Beach (Gamma Kappa).

Featured Product Friday: Alpha Phi Rainbow Sandals

2011-11-04T09:00:00.021-05:00

Channel your inner sunshine with Greeks Love + Rainbow Sandals.

From Greeks Love:

Rainbow Sandals asked us, "Which sorority should we make a custom Rainbow Sandal for?"

We said, "Alpha Phi... obviously."

Greeks Love brings you the best. That's it. The only thing more exciting than the classy Alpha Phi products we bring you is the Awesome Chapter Philanthropy Program associated with our products.

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Love,

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Rules

• You must receive an invitation to be eligible to order.

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Hurry and order before the November 14th deadline! After this date, Alpha Phi Rainbow Sandals won't be available until next year.