Summer 2026 Quarterly Magazine

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Snapshot From concept to launch — meet the members behind the Alpha Phi app. Foundation Learn about the Foundation's 2026 Heart to Heart Grant recipients Alpha Phis En Route Say hello to our newest team of traveling consultants and specialists. Limitless Meet Alpha Phis pushing the limits of personal and professional excellence. Alpha Phi Finds Calling all brides: discover favorites from our Alpha Phi-inspired wedding guide. Guides Us Home Step inside Beta Tau at Indiana University and explore campus life in Bloomington.

Amongst the Ivy Updates and accomplishments from our collegiate chapters. Alpha Phi, Always Stay connected with news from our alumnae community. Silent Chapter Forever an Alpha Phi, here and beyond. Join us in honoring the lives of sisters who have died. Ask Alpha Phi We asked, you answered. Check out our members’ responses to the latest social media poll question. Iconic Ina Gittings (Nu-Nebraska) broke barriers in sport, proving women belong wherever strength and skill are required.

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Game On Inside the lives of six Alpha Phi student-athletes balancing early mornings, full course loads and competition at the highest level. Page 22

International President Kate Halfon (Eta Delta-CSU East Bay)

The days are longer, the sun is shining and the air smells of sunscreen — we're in the heart of summertime. I hope this season finds you well, catching up on rest and enjoying time with family and friends. Whether you're lounging on the beach or staying cool indoors, I hope you carve out a moment to enjoy our newest issue of the Quarterly . In these pages, the limitless excellence of our members is on full display. From collegians making an impact on their campuses and beyond (Page 40) and alumnae making bold moves in their careers and volunteer roles (Page 43) to our new cohort of traveling consultants (Page 12), this issue is filled with stories that inspire. I can personally vouch for the traveling consultant experience, having traveled as an educational leadership consultant myself, as it challenges you to learn and grow personally and professionally. Our cover story highlights six incredible student-athletes: women who balance demanding course loads and extracurricular commitments while excelling both on and off their respective courts (Page 22).

This will be the last letter I write to you as International President. Serving in this role, alongside the remarkable members of our International Executive Board (IEB), has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my volunteer journey. I'm deeply grateful to my fellow IEB members, our Executive Office staff, the Foundation board members and staff and every single member — yes, you — for the trust you placed in me to serve our Fraternity. It's been a true honor and joy. While this chapter is coming to a close, I know my time with Alpha Phi is far from over, as evidenced by all of my predecessors who remain actively engaged. I'll carry this experience, and my gratitude for it, with me always.

Loyally,

Kate Halfon (Eta Delta-CSU East Bay) International President

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Council of Delegates: Laura Malley-Schmitt Chief Panhellenic Officer: Linda Long Boland Alternate Delegate: Laura Lynn Davidson Ellett

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Alpha Phi does such a great job of connecting women. All my closest friends are Alpha Phis, and getting to come home after a hard day and have your best friends there for you is so important.” “

—Kate Godfrey (Beta Delta-UCLA)

Read more about Kate and another member pursuing limitless excellence on Page 16.

Introducing the Alpha Phi App

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Everything Alpha Phi, now at your fingertips.

Collegiate officer resources

By Elizabeth Liberatore, editor-in-chief

A lot unfolded at Convention 2026 in Tucson, Arizona. From Fraternity business to meaningful sisterly connections, Alpha Phi’s ideals of sisterhood, generosity, character and innovation shone brightly this past June. Amid the excitement came the unveiling of something the Fraternity has envisioned for years: the Alpha Phi app. Designed to support members at every stage of their membership, the app puts Alpha Phi’s expansive library of resources and tools right at sisters’ fingertips. Behind the scenes, Dakota Richardson-Lau (Eta Omega-Towson) , technology support specialist at the Executive Office, led the yearlong initiative, which began in August 2025. She brought on two collegiate interns, Mariia Barabanova (Iota Lambda-Connecticut) and Suha Koliwad (Theta Tau-Rensselaer) , to help turn the vision into reality.

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“It was incredibly rewarding to contribute to something larger than my own chapter. Knowing that my work could improve the experience for members across Alpha Phi made it feel both purposeful and impactful.” —Mariia

“This project means a lot to us,” Dakota says. “Alpha Phi prides itself on being trailblazers in the Greek community, and this app is another step in setting the Fraternity apart.” Mariia joined the team during the project’s first phase. A digital marketing and analytics major, she brought her classroom experience to life by turning data into an app that feels easy to use and thoughtfully designed. Every interaction within the Alpha Phi app reflects her work. She led the design, balancing the Fraternity’s identity with a clean, intuitive experience. “I wanted the app to feel effortless to use and to truly support members rather than overwhelm them,” Mariia says. “Ultimately, my goal was to create a design and experience that feels both simplified and elevated at the same time.” Suha, a computational biology major, joined the team during the project's second phase. She led the app’s coding and backend development, using her programming skills to bring the platform to life. Her work makes it possible for members to use the Alpha Phi app and rely on it every day. "My biggest takeaway from the internship was the power of collaboration,” Suha shares. “It was so insightful to be able to work with so many different people and across different departments to create a wonderful product that will improve the experience for members.” Built by Alpha Phis for Alpha Phis, the Alpha Phi app brings everything Fraternity-related into one easy-to-access place. Members no longer need to bounce between websites or track down forms. Instead, they can access collegiate officer resources, pay dues, recommend a member, explore volunteer opportunities, shop Alpha Phi merchandise and more, all within one space. No matter where someone is in their Alpha Phi journey, staying connected has never been easier. As with any new launch, some adjustments are expected. Dakota and her team are expecting that feedback as members begin engaging with the app. “We’re excited to get the app out to our members, and we'll continue to improve it over time to create something that truly fits their needs,” Dakota says.  Available Today! The Alpha Phi app is now available for download in the Apple App Store and Google Play (Android).

Heart to Heart Meet Alpha Phi Foundation's 2026 Heart to Heart Grant recipients, whose work supports women's heart health in labs, classrooms and communities.

By Katie Glunt Gates (Beta Upsilon-Oregon State), Alpha Phi Foundation marketing and communications manager

For 33 years, Alpha Phi Foundation has invested in programs helping women live healthier lives through its annual Heart to Heart Grants. Created in 1993, the grants support both clinical research and community education focused on women’s heart health. This year’s recipients, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Prairie View A&M University, are making a difference through innovative research, outreach and education.

Made possible through the generosity of donors and volunteers, the Heart to Heart Grant program supports researchers and educators working to expand awareness, improve prevention and strengthen women’s heart health. Here’s a closer look at this year’s recipients and the impact of their work.

$100,000 Clinical Grant Recipient: Brigham and Women’s Hospital Project: “AI-Driven Mammographic Screening for Cardiovascular Risk Prediction in Women” Brigham and Women’s Hospital’s winning proposal, “AI-Driven Mammographic Screening for Cardiovascular Risk Prediction in Women,” is led by Dr. Sophie Gu, M.D., Ph.D., a clinician-scientist and postdoctoral research fellow in cardiovascular medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Her research aims to improve how heart disease is identified in women by using artificial intelligence (AI) to detect early signs of cardiovascular risk from routine mammograms, a screening test many women already receive as part of preventive care.

The idea is both innovative and practical. Mammograms are widely available and routinely performed, yet they may provide important information beyond breast health. By using AI to analyze subtle patterns within these images, Dr. Gu hopes to expand the role mammograms can play in preventive care. She explains that this work could “transform a test millions of women already receive into a tool for both breast and heart health. This approach has the potential to make prevention more accessible, equitable and seamlessly integrated into women’s everyday care.” By incorporating heart health insights into care women already receive, her research aims to help identify risk earlier, support informed conversations between patients and providers and encourage preventive care without adding extra appointments for testing. Dr. Gu believes this research strongly reflects Alpha Phi’s values because it represents a shared commitment to investing in women’s heart health. At its core, the project focuses on helping women better understand and protect their heart health through earlier awareness and prevention. Her work closely aligns with Alpha Phi Foundation’s longstanding commitment to advancing women’s cardiac health through research, education and awareness. $25,000 Community Grant Recipient: Prairie View A&M University Project: “Rhythm of the Heart: Bridging Gender Gaps in Late-Diagnosed Adult Congenital Heart Defects”

Prairie View A&M University’s winning initiative, “Rhythm of the Heart: Bridging Gender Gaps in Late-Diagnosed Adult Congenital Heart Defects,” focuses on an important and often overlooked area in women’s heart health. Although congenital heart defects are commonly associated with childhood, some women may not be diagnosed until adulthood, which can lead to serious health complications if left untreated. Developed by Dr. Jacklyn Sanders, the Rhythm of the Heart curriculum is designed to support women across six counties in the Houston, Texas, region: Harris, Waller, Galveston, Montgomery, Fort Bend and Brazoria. The program focuses on education, early awareness and self-advocacy by helping women better understand congenital heart defects, recognize possible symptoms and feel more confident seeking specialized care when needed. The $25,000 grant will support the program’s evaluation phase, which will examine how effectively the curriculum improves participants’ understanding of heart health and encourages screening. Through focus groups and community events, the project will also explore barriers that may prevent women from seeking care. This pilot program is intended to serve as more than a local effort. By building strong community partnerships and evaluating the program’s impact, Prairie View A&M University hopes to create a model that can be adapted and expanded to benefit women in other communities as well.

Awarded annually, the Heart to Heart Grant is made possible through the continued generosity and support of Alpha Phi Foundation donors and volunteers. For 70 years, Alpha Phi’s commitment to women’s heart health has helped advance research, education and care for women across the country. Today, Alpha Phi Foundation is proud to support researchers like Drs. Gu and Sanders, whose work reflects the future of prevention-focused care and the impact women-led research can have on communities and women’s health.

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alphaphisiue Alpha Phi came together for Community Service Week, volunteering at Willoughby Farms, Glen Ed Pantry, Eden Village with @siuebaseball, Restore Decor, the SIUE Gardens, Soup n Share and the Metro East Humane Society with AKL. Together, we made a positive impact and spread kindness throughout our community! 🎨

From big chapter wins to sweet sisterhood moments and impactful philanthropic events, our members are always sharing what makes Alpha Phi special. Here’s a look at what’s been lighting up their social feeds lately.

wualphaphi Today we celebrate the seniors who shaped our chapter into what it is today. ❤ Your impact, love and legacy will be felt long after you walk away. Forever grateful for each of you.

untalphaphi Eagle Awards 2025-26 🤍 Chapter of the Year. Excellence in Service. President of the Year. Outstanding New Member. Beyond proud.

cudenveraphi Service is at the heart of everything we do, and teaming up with Vitalant for our blood drive was such a meaningful way to give back. So grateful to everyone who donated, volunteered and supported. Your generosity is helping save lives beyond our campus. ❣

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Alpha Phis En Route Meet the recent graduates taking their leadership skills across North America, one chapter at a time.

Rylee Babcock (Iota Pi-Northern Arizona) Hometown : Scottsdale, AZ Major: Strategic Communications and Public Relations My Alpha Phi experience in three words: Educational, loving, confidence- building.

By Elizabeth Liberatore, editor-in-chief

Each academic year, a new group of educational leadership consultants/specialists (ELCs/ELSs) and leadership programming consultants (LPCs) travel across North America on behalf of the Fraternity to support our collegiate chapters. As recent graduates, these traveling consultants build skills on the road that will shape their future careers. They serve as the Fraternity’s women on the ground, teaching, leading and supporting chapters as they strive to be their best. Meet the 2026-27 cohort of consultants, packed and ready to begin a once-in-a-lifetime journey.

Bella Boback (Beta Rho-Washington State) Hometown: Bainbridge Island, WA Major: Business Management Window, middle or aisle seat: Window seat

Sloane Britton (Beta Upsilon-Oregon State) Hometown: Snoqualmie, WA Major: Psychology Plan every detail or go with the flow: Plan every detail

Emily Anderson (Iota Xi-Denver) Hometown : Wayzata, MN

Major: Communications and Psychology High Ideal of Membership that resonates most: Sisterhood

Brooke Byers (Beta Rho-Washington State) Hometown: Issaquah, Washington Major: Public Relations Travel must-have: A fun drink

Lucy Henning (Eta Omicron-Virginia Tech) Hometown: Richmond, VA Major: Communications Window, middle or aisle seat: Window seat, always, to watch the world come into view.

Mackenzie Cooper (Delta Alpha-East Carolina) Hometown: Hillsborough, NJ Major: Marketing High Ideal of Membership that resonates most: Sisterhood

Ryane Dickey (Gamma Omega-Midwestern State) Hometown: Henrietta, TX Major: General Studies Travel must-have: My Barefoot Dreams blanket! I can't sleep without it.

Campbell Honing (Iota Pi-Northern Arizona) Hometown: Cave Creek, AZ Major: Finance and Accounting Plan every detail or go with the flow: Usually plan every detail, but my friends are teaching me to go with the flow more.

Mikayla Grant (Delta Rho-Ball State) Hometown: Markle, IN Major: Public Health High Ideal of Membership that resonates most: Character; your character is everything!

Eliana Groves (Beta Delta-UCLA) Hometown: Sandy, UT Major: English Travel must-have: My Kindle!

Chandler Hopper (Beta Mu-Alabama) Hometown: Fairhope, AL Major: Advertising My Alpha Phi experience in three words: Lessons, laughter, loyalty.

Malina Cammille Hagan (Eta Gamma-Akron) Hometown: Austintown, OH Major: English Dream travel destination: Anywhere warm and sunny!

Gracie Meshenky (Zeta Alpha- Eastern Illinois) Hometown: St. Charles, IL Major: Public Relations Travel must-have: Digital camera

Emma Jewell (Iota Omega-Ole Miss) Hometown: Tucson, AZ Major: Marketing Communications Travel must-have: Noise canceling headphones

Valentine McNeilly (Eta Sigma-Lafayette) Hometown: Scituate, MA Major: Psychology My Alpha Phi experience in three words: Inspiring, passionate, transformative.

Mia Ragland (Tau-Oregon) Hometown: Simi Valley, CA Major: Advertising Dream travel destination: Japan

Londyn Rolfe (Eta Alpha-New Hampshire) Hometown: Westwood, MA Major: Sociology High Ideal of Membership that resonates most: Sisterhood

Olivia Russ (Gamma Phi-Florida State) Hometown: New Smyrna Beach, FL Major: Marketing Travel must-have: Portable heating pad

Olivia Tiedemann (Delta Kappa-Wisconsin La Crosse) Hometown: Muskego, WI Major: Elementary-Middle Education and Special Education Plan every detail or go with the flow: I’m definitely a planner!

Naomi Wilbur (Epsilon Chi-Cal Poly) Hometown: Ripon, CA M ajor: City and Regional Planning My Alpha Phi experience in three words: Fulfilling, transformative, authentic.

Alexa Almqvist (Eta Kappa-UC Irvine) Hometown: Whittier, CA Major: Business Administration Plan every detail or go with the flow? A combo of both! Samantha Billups (Zeta Sigma-Franklin & Marshall) Hometown: Manville, NJ Major: Neuroscience and Business Travel must-have: A book

Alexis Boyle (Gamma Rho-Penn State) Hometown: Hershey, PA Major: Telecommunications My Alpha Phi experience in three words: Leadership, friendship, opportunity.

Jessica Davis (Iota Omega-Ole Miss) Hometown: Milton, GA Major: Social Work Window, middle or aisle seat: Aisle seat, always.

Maryann Richardson (Theta Phi-Christopher Newport) Hometown: Newport News, VA Major: Musical Theater Travel must-have: Sleep mask

Kayva Kulkarni-Fish (Beta Omega-Kent State) Hometown: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Major: Fashion Design Best packing tip: Roll your clothes!

Katie Lytle (Delta Xi-Nebraska Kearney) Hometown: Omaha, NE Major: Chemistry Education Dream travel destination: London

Larsen Roussel (Phi-Oklahoma) Hometown: Denton, TX Major: Psychology Window, middle or aisle seat: I’m an aisle girl through and through!

Mallory Payne (Delta Mu-Purdue) Hometown: Madison, IN Major: Kinesiology My Alpha Phi experience in three words: Fulfilling, supportive, transformation. Liza Sturgis (Delta Nu-Maine) Hometown: Gray, ME Major: Marketing and Management High Ideal of Membership that resonates most: Generosity

Courtney Rowe (Delta Kappa-Wisconsin La Crosse) Hometown: Wausau, WI Major: Business Marketing Dream travel destination: Charleston (U.S.) and Italy (International)

Circle: Kate (far left) and some of her Beta Delta sisters.

KATE GODFREY (Beta Delta-UCLA) Student and Actor Making Her Mark

By Hayden Wiggs (Iota Omega-Ole Miss)

From balancing classes and sorority life to starring in some of television’s hottest new shows, Kate Godfrey (Beta Delta-UCLA) can do it all. While her demanding schedule can be exhausting at times, Kate believes every moment is worth it.

“[Being an actor] is the best job ever,” she shares.

Kate’s love of acting began when she was nine years old. With encouragement from her mom, she performed in a community theater production of “Beauty and the Beast.” “A dancing fork,” Kate laughs. “That was my breakout role, and I ended up loving it. I caught the theater bug and was in every show with that theater until I was probably 12, and then it was time to retire.” After aging out of the children’s community theater, Kate began pursuing roles in local theater, TV and film. When auditions started pouring in, her mom relocated the family to Los Angeles to support Kate’s budding career. Kate quickly fell in love with L.A. Now, she studies at the University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA) while also pursuing a professional acting career. “At first, I didn’t know if I wanted to go to college. A lot of child actors don’t pursue higher education while also continuing their acting career — it’s a lot to manage. However, education has always been extremely important to me. I knew I could do both.” At UCLA, Kate is studying sociology and film, all while appearing on shows like “9-1-1,” “Nashville” and Hulu’s latest hit, “Paradise.” In “Paradise,” she stars alongside Sterling K. Brown, known for “This Is Us,” and Julianne Nicholson, known for “Mare of Easttown,” who have shown her the ropes. “I feel like I didn’t even know what acting was until I worked with some of the actors on “Paradise,” she says. “There are so many details to consider, like where you’re sitting in the lighting, how loudly you’re delivering your lines and whether you’re making things easier for your scene partner.” Julianne Nicholson plays Kate’s character’s mother in the show. Kate learned a great deal from her simply by watching her perform on set. From her line delivery to every subtle movement, Kate made mental notes to build upon her own skills. “Actors like Julianne are so prestigious. I admire her so much for finding a way to make acting a career." At 22, Kate is already on her way to doing the same. On days when memorizing lines and studying for exams becomes all-consuming, she leans on her Alpha Phi network. She currently lives with three Alpha Phi sisters — two pre-med students and one English major — who are just as passionate about their fields as she is about hers. Surrounding herself with equally driven women reminds Kate that anything is possible if she sets her mind to it and has a supportive community to cheer her on. “Alpha Phi does such a great job of connecting women. All my closest friends are Alpha Phis, and getting to come home after a hard day and have your best friends there for you is so important.”

CAMRYN KENNEDY (Iota Nu-Kentucky) The Panhellenic President, and Then Some

By Elizabeth Liberatore, editor-in-chief

This coming December, Camryn Kennedy (Iota Nu-Kentucky) will graduate from the University of Kentucky with her psychology degree in hand. Beyond this tangible achievement, she will leave college with unseen yet equally impactful takeaways: her Alpha Phi sisterhood, which has provided countless opportunities and lifelong friendships, and the leadership skills and connections she has built through campus involvement. As she prepares to close this chapter, Camryn already has a long list of accomplishments worth reflecting on, much of it shaped by her involvement on campus. Within Iota Nu Chapter, she has served as vice president of new member education and member experience, chapter president and chaplain, roles that challenged her to lead with empathy and purpose. Her impact stretches beyond Alpha Phi too. Camryn is an active member of Christian Student Fellowship and DanceBlue, a student-run philanthropy dedicated to raising funds and awareness in the fight against pediatric cancer while supporting the children and families affected by it. Through these organizations, she has found meaningful ways to serve others. “Being involved is extremely important to me because I want to leave my university better than I found it,” she says. “It allows me to make the most of my college experience and share my gifts with others.” Her involvement doesn’t stop there. In October 2025, Camryn stepped into the role of Panhellenic president, expanding her leadership to serve the entire Greek community on campus. After completing her term as chapter president, she found herself asking a simple question: what’s next? Becoming Panhellenic president was her answer and her next challenge. In this role, Camryn leads weekly executive council meetings alongside 15 fellow board members and connects regularly with representatives from each chapter across campus. When recruitment season arrives, the pace only picks up.

(Left to right): Miranda Kinnavy (Iota Nu-Kentucky) and Camryn during the philanthropy round of fall 2025 recruitment.

“I have a huge hand in planning primary recruitment, which is already in full swing,” Camryn says.

Still, it’s the relationships she has built that stand out most. Working alongside 14 other leaders, each a chapter president with her own perspective, has broadened Camryn’s sense of community in unexpected ways. Alpha Phi will always be home, but Panhellenic has given her something more, a wider circle of support and friendship. “We all have different personalities, are from different chapters and yet have built such strong friendships,” she says. “I know these friendships will last a lifetime!” Balancing studies with extracurriculars is no easy feat, but Camryn has always had a knack for it. She sets clear boundaries for herself, which helps her manage her time and responsibilities more effectively. To keep feelings of overwhelm and burnout at bay, she makes space for the things that recharge her, including weekly Bible study, where she finds a sense of peace and calm. When this Alpha Phi is not working hard to maintain her 4.0 grade point average or facilitating meetings for her on-campus organizations, you can often find her stepping into a different role entirely: wedding planner. “I’m loving planning wedding celebrations right now for my best friend and sister,” Camryn says. “I’m both of their maid of honor!” 

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Meet six Alpha Phi STUDENT- ATHLETES excelling in the classroom, in competition and beyond. By Elizabeth Liberatore, editor-in-chief Alpha Phis are multihyphenates. They’re not defined by one thing, but by the many roles they take on and the way they do each one well. Consider student-athletes. They balance coursework, campus involvement and competition at the highest level. Even off the court or field, their schedules rarely slow down, with early practices, training sessions and long days that start before most alarms go off. We spoke with six Alpha Phi student-athletes about what drives them, how they manage demanding schedules and the role sisterhood plays through it all.

Cheer | Senior | Current Favorite Pump-Up Song: “Timber” by Pitbull and Kesha Mia Scotter (Kappa Zeta-McGill)

Any pre- competition traditions you swear by? I love inviting my teammates over before a competition, whether to eat or just get ready together. Once we’re at the competition, we always do a line dance as a team to warm up.

This winter, when Mia Scotter (Kappa Zeta-McGill) walks across the stage at McGill University, she’ll carry more than a degree in computer science and French. She’ll leave behind the version of herself who once hesitated in the face of challenge — replaced by someone who now sees obstacles as invitations to grow. “The fears we don’t face become our limits,” Mia says, recalling the words of Canadian writer Robin Sharma. “That sums up my time at McGill perfectly.” Rewind to 2022, when Mia was a first-year student. She arrived on campus feeling both nervous and excited. Everything was unfamiliar: new faces, a new environment and a completely different routine. As an only child, Mia knew she needed to break out of her shell and find her people, the sense of connection she had long craved growing up. When the university’s cheerleading team announced auditions, Mia saw an opportunity. Though she had never cheered before, her background in dance gave her the confidence to give it a shot.

“Tryouts were scary,

but it brought me way out of comfort zone, so I’m glad I did it,” Mia says.

Mia’s team quickly became the siblings she never had, and one teammate, an Alpha Phi, encouraged her to participate in winter recruitment. That decision changed everything for her. “I always felt lonely as a kid, and I kind of became comfortable being alone because I had no other choice,” she says. “Since joining Alpha Phi, I haven’t felt alone. I have a support system of women I can turn to who encourage me and push me. Alpha Phi has given me a sense of belonging I never thought I could have.” When it comes to Mia’s cheerleading career, her Alpha Phi sisters are always the loudest in the stadium, cheering on Mia at every football game.

Throughout the academic year, Mia and her team travel across Canada, performing in roughly three competitions. To prepare for both competitions and football games, they practice two to three times a week for two and a half hours. Outside of team commitments, Mia adds two gym days of her own, while aiming to leave time for rest and recovery each week. With late-night cheer practices and early-morning classes, time management is Mia’s biggest challenge as a student- athlete. She keeps everything organized in a Google Calendar, time-blocking practices, study sessions and Alpha Phi events so she can meet her commitments without letting anything fall through the cracks. “It can be rough, but I’ve come to learn that I can handle any challenges thrown my way and truly achieve anything I put my mind to,” Mia says. One of Mia’s proudest achievements in cheer came after she was demoted from the Level 7 team — the team she was on during her first and second year — to Level 4 in her third year. As a flyer, Mia struggled with backflips, and she didn’t get many safe opportunities to practice during team sessions. “I was too scared to take the few chances I did get, and I think that’s why I was moved to the lower-level team,” she recalls. “It was really heartbreaking being part of something and building my identity around it, only to be kicked off in my junior year.” On the Level 4 team, Mia grew as both an athlete and a teammate. At first, she saw the demotion as a failure, but she pushed herself harder than ever that year, taking extra time in the open gym to master her backflips. Her dedication paid off: she can now execute them with ease and confidence. “It felt amazing to finally do it. I couldn’t be prouder of myself,” she says. “The Level 4 experience was a character- building opportunity. Now I know I can handle setbacks with a newfound appreciation, understanding that they aren’t failures but chances to rebuild.” This year, Mia returned to her former Level 7 teammates for her final season at McGill, bringing passion, compassion and confidence to every moment, on and off the mat.

Swimming and Diving | Sophomore | Current Favorite Pump-Up Song: Tie between “Gecko (Overdrive)” by Oliver Heldens and Becky Hill and “I Want to Know You” by Zedd (featuring Selena Gomez) Michayla Eisenberg (Eta omicron-virginia tech)

Arlington, Virgina-born and -raised Michayla Eisenberg (Eta Omicron-Virginia Tech) has shown an interest in sports since she was three years old. From soccer to dance to gymnastics, she did it all. By age four, she found swimming and diving — the sport that finally stuck. “Now that I’m 19, I’ve been swimming and diving for over half my life,” Michayla shares. With early practices before the sunrise and year- round meets, the swimming and diving community is tight knit: something Michayla has always loved. Through the sport, she’s met some of her best friends. Now a member of the swim and dive team at Virgina Tech, that circle of friends has only continued to grow. Complementing that circle are her Alpha Phi sisters. “I knew I wanted an outlet away from being a student-athlete,” she says. “Ever since joining Eta Omicron Chapter, I’ve found exactly that.” The balancing act is no easy feat for a student- athlete. Between managing her studies in human development and psychology and keeping up with her Alpha Phi and swimming and diving commitments, Michayla initially struggled to find a system that worked for her. Through trial and error, she’s learned that planning ahead and completing her work at the beginning of the week allows for much-needed downtime later on. “When I get overwhelmed, I remind myself why I’m doing it and lean on my support system — my teammates and Alpha Phi sisters — on the harder days.” During the season, Michayla and her teammates have two-hour practices twice a day, every day except Sunday. On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, they tack on an extra hour of weight training

following their morning practice. In the offseason, they scale back to one afternoon practice along with weight training. This intensive schedule prepares them for the 13 meets they compete in throughout the academic year. Sundays are Michayla’s sacred time to let her body and mind rest and recover. When it comes to meets, she also has a couple of pregame traditions that help her zone in and find her calm. “I’m normally super nervous before competitions, but I like to watch TikTok or talk to my friends to help take my mind off it,” she says. “I also have a lucky hair tie I wear at every meet.” While only a sophomore, Michayla is certain her swimming and diving career will end after college graduation. Although she won’t be in the pool anymore, she plans to stay involved in sports. She hopes to pursue a career in sports medicine, specifically sports psychology or physical therapy. After sustaining several injuries over the years, Michayla has worked with sports therapists who helped her manage setbacks, stay patient and return to the pool stronger — an experience that inspired her to want to do the same for other athletes. Speaking of other athletes, this Alpha Phi finds inspiration in Simone Biles, a U.S. Olympic gymnast and the most decorated gymnast in history. Her candid approach to mental health in sports has resonated with athletes around the world, including Michayla. “Simone has talked about mental blocks and struggles, which I also have,” she says. “She’s helped me be okay with those challenges while still pushing through them and finding success.

What’s your proudest moment and achievement in your sport? My proudest moment was returning to the water just three days after breaking my elbow and competing in one of my biggest meets, where I qualified for nationals in 2022. My proudest achievement was competing at the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Championships last year and earning a spot on the ACC Academic Honor Roll.

Track and field | Sophomore | Current Favorite Pump-Up Song: Anything by Don Toliver Tatiana potter (iota alpha-pepperdine)

When sports are your life, it can be hard to disconnect your worth from whatever it is you play. San Diegan Tatiana Potter (Iota Alpha-Pepperdine) knows this well. Growing up, she tried her hand at almost everything: swimming, lacrosse, volleyball, soccer, Taekwondo (she’s a second-degree black belt!) and, since her junior year of high school, track and field. Always one of the fastest on her team, track and field boosted her confidence to new heights. The track and field team is what brought Tatiana to Pepperdine in the first place — she had already committed before the end of her senior year of high school. She competes in the 100-, 200- and 60-meter races, as well as the 4x100m relay and occasionally the 4x400m relay. Her favorite event is the 60m. Tatiana loves the inherent challenge that comes with her sport, sharing, “I love how mentally and physically challenging my sport is. It really pushes me to be the best I can be and always strive for better.” But as much as track shaped her identity, Tatiana knew she didn’t want it to define her completely. She’s more than her sport, after

all. Looking to build a life beyond athletics, she joined Iota Alpha Chapter of Alpha Phi and the professional business fraternity Delta Sigma Pi. “I joined Delta Sigma Pi to grow professionally and learn more about my interests in finance, entrepreneurship and real estate. Alpha Phi has given me an outlet to socialize outside of athletics,” Tatiana says. “My Greek fam has become a huge factor in my college experience.” Still, even with life beyond the track, most of Tatiana’s days are shaped by the rhythm of practice, meets and the steady grind of competition. Her team practices Monday through Saturday, totaling over 20 hours a week. Sundays serve as Tatiana’s active recovery day, spent swimming or doing strides while allowing her body to rest and reset. All of this training and recovery prepares Tatiana and her team for the 14 meets they typically compete in throughout the year. Tatiana manages it all by mastering the art of saying no, sharing, “I say no to things that

Which female professional athlete, past or present, inspires you the most and why? I’m inspired by Sydney McLaughlin- Levrone, the American hurdler and sprinter and Olympian, for her passion for sports as well as her faith. I admire how humble and hardworking she is.

may take away from something that I need to be getting done.” She is also an advocate of Google Calendar and planning, ensuring that everything from homework to practice and rest is scheduled ahead of each week. When things start to feel unmanageable, she asks herself: How can I make my life easier for my future self? Whatever the answer is becomes the next step Tatiana takes. Being an athlete for most of her life has taught Tatiana several valuable lessons, from perseverance to patience and time management. Above all, it has given her a deeper understanding of and appreciation for taking care of her body, starting with getting enough sleep. “Sleep and health are so important in college and in sports,” she says. “I invest in self-care treatments and fuel my body well. And above all else, I try to get enough sleep so I can fire on all cylinders.” Following college, Tatiana intends to pursue real estate private equity or luxury real estate. And although she’ll eventually hang up her track and field uniform, she plans to continue living an active lifestyle. “I know I’ll be an active gym-goer after college,” she says. “I’ll probably do long-distance runs as well as Pilates. I love swimming and skiing, too, so I know I’ll keep up with those recreationally.”

Any pregrame traditions you swear by? If I play well in one hairstyle, I’ll stick with it until I feel like my game starts to slip. Volleyball | Freshman | Current Favorite Pump-Up Song: “Stereo Love” by Edward Maya and Vika Jigulina MADDIE SMOTHERMAN (GAMMA iota-texas tech)

In middle school, Maddie Smotherman (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech) wasn’t just completing a class assignment — she was studying her hero. The project focused on Mia Hamm, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and World Cup champion widely considered one of the greatest players in women’s soccer history. For Maddie, a lifelong athlete, Mia's relentless work ethic left a lasting impression. “She’s passionate about what she does, both on and off the field, and is such a hard-working athlete,” Maddie says. “I’ll never not be inspired by her.” Growing up in Dallas, Texas, Maddie, much like her idol Mia Hamm, worked relentlessly at her craft. She balanced both club soccer and club volleyball at the same time, pushing herself across multiple sports. Practices overlapped, weekends were filled with games and free time was hard to come by. By 11, she had already taken the next step, joining a travel volleyball team and committing more seriously to her athletic future. Travel volleyball gave Maddie more than she ever expected. “I made so many forever friends, like my future bridesmaids, in the volleyball world,” she says. Beyond the relationships, the sport also shaped her off the court. “Volleyball has helped me develop life skills like time and emotional management, teamwork and perseverance, to name a few.” Her years of hard work paid off. As a high school junior, Maddie was recruited by Texas Tech University, earning a spot on the women’s volleyball team, where she now plays. She serves as a libero, a specialized defensive player who typically stays in the back row and is responsible for passing, digging and serving. Liberos wear a different-colored jersey, making it easy for officials to track substitutions

during play. Without players like Maddie anchoring the defense, a team simply doesn’t function. Volleyball teams operate in constant sync, relying on communication and trust on every play. To keep that rhythm, Maddie and her teammates practice four times a week and compete in 20 to 30 matches throughout the academic year. That demanding schedule makes rest days all the more important — Maddie’s favorite part of the week. “I like to reset on those days and do something nice for myself,” Maddie says. “Even something simple like taking a long shower, eating dinner in bed and cuddling my dog while watching TV.” Like many student-athletes, Maddie has learned to make the most of every spare minute. She uses any free time to get ahead on assignments, staying one step ahead of the overwhelming feeling that can come with a packed schedule. “Getting things done early is a big one for me,” she says.

Majoring in counseling and addiction science, Maddie is considering a future in behavioral health, even though she is still early in her college

years. And even after she plays her last match at Texas Tech, she’s certain sports will remain a central part of her life. “I know I’ll stay active in sports in some capacity after I graduate,” she says. “It’s such a big part of who I am that I can’t imagine not doing it anymore.”

What’s something you’ve learned about yourself since becoming a college athlete? I’ve learned that I’m more capable than I realize. Being a student-athlete is not easy by any means, and just when I think I can’t do it, I always manage to. This past season, I played on a broken toe, a knee that needed surgery at the end of the season and a torn adductor, yet I finished the season. I told myself I would crawl through the finish line if I had to, and I’m so proud of myself for pushing through. There were definitely days when I didn’t think I was able to do it, yet I always proved myself wrong.

Soccer | Junior | Current Favorite Pump- Up Song: HER country playlist and a series of worship songs, including “That’s Who I Praise” addie whitehouse (zeta gamma-santa clara)

Athleticism runs in Addie Whitehouse's (Zeta Gamma-Santa Clara) family. Both of her parents were collegiate athletes, and she and her younger brother have been in motion for as long as they can remember. Growing up, Addie tried nearly every sport within reach — tennis, golf, swimming, lacrosse, gymnastics, even horseback riding. She enjoyed them all, but soccer was the one she kept coming back to. “I can’t pinpoint a specific thing,” Addie says. “I just know that I always enjoyed it and always wanted to be around it. Plus, I loved being part of a team. My teammates became my built-in family.” Addie has two built-in families now at Santa Clara University, where she studies finance. The first is her soccer team. With five to six practices a week, plus preseason and a roughly 20-game schedule, it’s nearly impossible not to grow close. “We share nearly every part of our day,” Addie says. “That includes going through hardships together. We’re extremely tight knit.”

The second is her Alpha Phi sisters. When she first arrived at Santa Clara, Addie, who was already committed to playing soccer, only had her sights on sports. She didn’t think joining other campus groups was an option, especially given her jam-packed soccer schedule. Luckily, that wasn’t the case. “When I was introduced to a Zeta Gamma member and she explained how everything worked, it sounded like a genuine sisterhood that I wanted to be part of. Alpha Phi has given me a chance to meet so many new people that I otherwise wouldn’t have had the opportunity to know.” Like many student-athletes, Addie manages her packed schedule by making every minute count. She plans her days carefully, stays disciplined with her schoolwork and relies on her to-do lists and calendar to keep everything on track. When it comes to game day, this Alpha Phi has a routine down to a science. It starts with specific protein drinks the night before and the day of each game, followed by a coffee or energy drink just before kickoff. And while

styling her signature slicked-back game-day hairstyle, she turns to worship music to find a sense of calm. Beyond her individual rituals, Addie’s team has traditions of its own. For morning games, the group gathers for breakfast. In the locker room, they form a dance circle to shake out pregame nerves, then sing a team song that holds deep meaning for every player. “Even thinking about this tradition gets me emotional,” Addie says. “Especially since this year will be my last time experiencing it. It’s one of my favorite memories from being on this team.” Addie’s time on the field is winding down, but not quite yet. She’ll graduate this fall after the season concludes, though she walked this past June, closing one chapter while looking ahead to the next. She plans to pursue her dream of playing professional soccer for as long as she can, holding on to the game that’s shaped so much of her life. “I want to do this as long as possible,” Addie says. “But once my body can no longer do it, I plan to pursue the wealth management path. I interned last summer with UBS Wealth Management, and I realized it’s something I want to continue after college and after soccer.” For now, she’s right where she needs to be: with her team, her second family, and the Alpha Phi sisters who have become part of it all.

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