Issue No. 1 2025 Quarterly Magazine

Check out the fall 2025 edition of the Quarterly!

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Also Inside | This Bid | Chapter News | Limitless

A Look Inside

Snapshot This Bid is more than just a piece of paper; it's the gateway to an incredible Alpha Phi experience. Three members share the impact This Bid has made on their lives. Limitless Meet some outstanding Alpha Phis pursuing limitless excellence in their personal and professional lives. Alpha Phi Finds Shopping for your sisters just got a whole lot simpler with our holiday shopping guide! Amongst the Ivy Check in on accomplishments and updates from our collegiate members and chapters.

Alpha Phi, Always Catch up on the latest news from our alumnae members and chapters. Silent Chapter Forever an Alpha Phi, here and beyond. Join us in honoring our sisters’ passings. Ask Alpha Phi We asked, you answered. Check out our members’ responses to the latest social media poll question. Iconic A historic photo from our past that helped shape who we are today. Take a look!

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On the Cover The Beginnings Case at Alpha Phi’s new Executive Office showcases the ritual hand-drawn by Martha Foote Crow, a replica of Clara Bradley Burdette’s dress, information about our Founders and more.

Our New, Elevated Executive Office

Perched a mile above sea level in Denver, our new Executive Office showcases every corner of our legacy, our story and our sisterhood with pride. Page 16

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

I will never forget the first time I walked into our Executive Office at 1930 Sherman Avenue in Evanston, Illinois. It was July 1994, and I was a brand-new educational leadership consultant (ELC) just beginning to understand that the world of Alpha Phi was much bigger than I realized. When I walked into our Heritage Room and saw badges that were from our Founders and some of our earliest members, I got chills. That office was where I received my ELC training. It’s where I attended various meetings and trainings (sometimes with my children in tow) and where I voted as a board member to move the office to a new location to accommodate our growth. The decision to move was the right one, yet it was still hard to say goodbye to a place that held so many special memories. Now, I am thrilled to call Denver our new home. The Executive Office space meets our needs and has exceeded my expectations. It provides a place for our staff to work; our volunteers and consultants to receive training; the Fraternity, Foundation and 1872 Properties boards to meet; sleeping accommodations for 32; and a space to preserve and share our treasured history. Alpha Phi’s history is not displayed in one room like a museum; rather, it is incorporated into every room of the building, making the entire office a museum. This is a space for which all Alpha Phis can be proud. If you are ever in the Denver area, make sure to plan a visit.

While you’re adding Alpha Phi stops to your calendar, join us June 17-21, 2026, at The Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa in Tucson, Arizona, for our 75th biennial Convention. Convention is a great time to connect with old friends and meet new ones. Alpha Phis gather from across the globe to conduct fraternity business, receive thoughtful training, celebrate our sisterhood and have fun. My first Convention was in 1994 as a recent graduate. I met so many Alpha Phis and left feeling inspired by each of them. It was the start of my volunteer journey. Now, I have been to 11 Conventions, and every time, I feel closer to our sisters and a strengthened bond of sisterhood. I encourage you to discuss attending Convention with your Alpha Phi friends and plan a sisters’ reunion at the beautiful La Paloma resort in June. It will be a fantastic time to create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime.

Loyally,

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

Ex-officio: Rebecca Andrew Zanatta, Foundation Chair Foundation Directors Rebecca Andrew Zanatta, Chair Janelle Del Carlo, Vice Chair, Development Jackee Schools, Vice Chair, Funding Priorities Claire Costin, Treasurer Shana Goss Smith, Secretary Barbara Chappell Tingley, Assistant Treasurer Janis Coughlin-Piester, Assistant Secretary

Linda Schnetzer Executive Director Ex-officio: Kathleen (Kate) Boyle Halfon, International President Executive Office Executive Director: Renee Smith Zimmerman Zainer

International Executive Board Kate Boyle Halfon International President Billie Coskey Battiato Dawn Kreisel Bauer Karen Bloch Bavender Christen Bamford Shelton Flamm Jenny Concepción Hansen Elizabeth MeLampy Keri Miller Van Acker Ex-officio: Laura Malley-Schmitt, Council of Delegates Ex-officio: Renee Smith Zimmerman Zainer, Executive Director

Foundation Office Executive Director: Linda Schnetzer 1985 S. Josephine Street Denver, Colorado 80210 (847) 475-4532

info@alphaphifoundation.org www.alphaphifoundation.org National Panhellenic Conference

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

Susan McNeice Sheryl Barden Dara Goldsmith Jennifer Johnston

“

My advice for young Alpha Phis is to dive in fully — build genuine relationships, take on leadership roles and don’t

be afraid to step outside your comfort zone. This

sisterhood is a place to grow, learn and support each other through every challenge.”

—Sabrina Kartzman (Iota Gamma-University of the Pacific), Head of Music Product Business Development at Meta

Meet Sabrina and two other Alpha Phis pursuing limitless excellence in their careers (Page 10).

This Bid, This Moment From collegiate beginnings to lasting alumnae connections, three members reflect on the impact of receiving their Alpha Phi Bid.

By Elizabeth Liberatore, interim editor-in-chief

Becoming an Alpha Phi truly opens a world of possibility. When members open their Bid card, they find more than a home away from home. They discover a network of friends, leadership opportunities and, after graduation, an alumnae network ready to support them through every season of life. This is true no matter when a member joins: from those just starting their collegiate journey to those reflecting back years later, each Bid leaves a lasting impact, and every Bid carries its own story. Let’s start with Elizabeth Gurski’s (Beta Beta–Michigan State) Bid Day story. A current collegian who joined Alpha Phi in fall 2024, Elizabeth went through recruitment without knowing anyone or anything about the campus groups. She did this intentionally, wanting to avoid being swayed by friends or preconceived notions. “From the very beginning, I kept an open heart and mind and had deep trust that I would eventually end up where I was meant to be.” Preference round was when Alpha Phi found a special place in Elizabeth’s heart. When the chapter’s door swung open, the chapter president, Morgan, was waiting at the top of the stairs — a familiar face! Elizabeth and Morgan had gone to preschool together. Morgan remembered her, and the two instantly reconnected. Then, something magical happened. “When Morgan, who is my Big now, and I were talking, we noticed a butterfly outside the window,” Elizabeth recalls. “We pointed it out and said it must be a sign. When I left the chapter house, that same butterfly followed me the whole way home. In that moment, I knew there was no other choice in my heart. I was meant to be an Alpha Phi.” Beta Beta Chapter sisters felt the same, extending Morgan an invitation to join. “This Bid has truly changed my life,” Elizabeth says. “From the genuine friendships to the guidance I’ve received, to the endless opportunities that Alpha Phi has opened for me, it has shaped who I am and who I want to be.” Mish DeCarlo’s (Beta Epsilon-Arizona) story carries similar themes. Like Elizabeth, Mish went through recruitment not knowing anyone, keeping an open mind despite the nerves. “It’s hard to put recruitment into words. It’s such an overwhelming, tiring, thrilling and magical experience.”

With each round, the process grew more formal and meaningful as Mish peeled back the layers of what it would really be like to be part of a particular chapter on her campus. Some interviews started to blend together, while others stood out. “A few made me stop and think, ‘This feels different. This feels right.’” Mish eventually found herself subconsciously comparing other groups to Alpha Phi, realizing it was her top choice. When Bid Day arrived, cheering, laughter and hugs filled the chapter house — the atmosphere was electric and alive. When Mish opened This Bid in 2016, she knew it was right. This Bid was where she belonged. While Elizabeth’s and Mish’s recruitment weeks included all the modern-day bells and whistles, including balloon arches, branded banners and neon signs, the magic lies in the connection, not the decorations. During Sheila George Bright's (Gamma Iota-Texas Tech) collegiate years, recruitment was simple and understated, which was a sign of the times. In 1959, elaborate party fare was not available. Sororities were fairly new on campus and permanent facilities had not been built. Recruitment parties were held in an alumna’s home or in rented spaces. “Our Bid Day parties didn’t begin to compare to today’s events,” Sheila says. “It was a relaxing outdoor event with a casual meal, with songs and socializing.” Sheila participated in recruitment at the encouragement of some friends who were also attending Texas Tech University (named Texas Technological College at the time). Several knew a member of Alpha Phi and that piqued their interest. Six of her high school friends were in her new member class. Despite the lack of recruitment fanfare, the moment Sheila received This Bid marked the beginning of an impactful journey — one that would eventually lead her to become a longtime Fraternity volunteer, serving at both the local and international levels. “I have gained far more from my membership than I ever imagined.”

End-of-Year Giving Opportunities Our official Day of Giving may be over but there’s still plenty of time to make a gift to the Foundation and increase your impact on Alpha Phis in 2025!

Make a gift and represent Alpha Phi in the 2025 Interfraternal Giving Challenge on Tuesday, December 2!

Check our updated Ways to Give Guide to learn more about all the ways you can make a difference. aphifdn.org/fallgiving

Celebrating 10 Years of Days of Giving! Thank you to each and every one of our sisters who celebrated our 10th annual Day of Giving with us! With your partnership and generosity, we continue to honor the rich history of Alpha Phi and strengthen our future by creating meaningful and long-lasting opportunities for sisters everywhere. Thanks to you, we officially exceeded our 2025 goal of $175,000 and have raised more than $1.5 million since our first Day of Giving!

Thank you again for helping make this day a great success! We truly couldn’t do it without sisters and friends and family of Alpha Phi who make it all possible.

Discover how much we raised, fun Day of Giving stats, photos and more by scanning the QR code below or visiting aphifdn.org/2025dogrecap.

Thanks to the generosity of Alpha Phi Foundation donors, we supported 89 Alpha Phis in their academic pursuits and professional dreams, awarding $358,900 in academic scholarships to the women below. By investing in these sisters, we continue to fulfill our mission of advancing women’s lives through the power of philanthropy, now and into the future.

Meet our 2025-26 Alpha Phi Foundation Scholars and learn how to apply for a 2026-27 scholarship! Applications open December 1. Visit aphifdn.org/ fall25scholarship or scan the QR code to learn more.

Did you know there are several chapters with chapter-specific scholarships only open to those members? Is your chapter on the list? Don’t see yours? Contact giving@alphaphifoundation.org to learn more about starting one!

“Live Like Eileen” Eileen Sheahan Memorial Scholarship Alessia Ruggiero (Theta-Michigan) Area of Study: Doctor of Dental Medicine

Beta-Northwestern Beta Alpha-Illinois Beta Beta-Michigan State Beta Delta-UCLA Beta Epsilon-Arizona Beta Eta-Manitoba Beta Gamma-Colorado Beta Mu-Alabama Beta Nu-Duke Beta Omicron-Bowling Green Beta Pi-USC Beta Psi-San Jose State Beta Tau-Indiana Beta Theta-British Columbia Delta-Cornell Delta Alpha-ECU Delta Beta-East Texas A&M Delta Chi-William Woods Delta Gamma-Northern Colorado Delta Tau-LSU Delta Xi-Nebraska Kearney Epsilon-Minnesota

Gamma-DePauw Gamma Beta-UC Santa Barbara Gamma Iota-Texas Tech Gamma Nu-Miami Ohio Gamma Pi-Arizona State Gamma Rho-Penn State Gamma Sigma- Wisconsin Stout Gamma Xi-Wichita State Iota-Wisconsin Iota Beta-St. Mary’s Iota Gamma-Pacific Iota Omega-Ole Miss Iota Theta-Wilfrid Laurier Iota Upsilon-Ottawa Iota Zeta-Colorado School of Mines Kappa Zeta-McGill Lambda-UC Berkeley Nu-Nebraska Omega-Texas Omicron-Missouri Phi-Oklahoma Sigma-Washington Theta-Michigan Theta Eta-Western Theta Upsilon-Chico State Upsilon-Washburn Xi-Toronto Zeta Gamma-Santa Clara Zeta Omicron-Johns Hopkins Zeta Upsilon- Washington University

“Alpha Phi shaped my undergraduate experience by showing me the power of community, and this scholarship reminds me how essential that support is in pursuing my professional goals. I’m incredibly grateful for this opportunity and hope to one day be in a position to give back and help others reach their dreams as well.” “Live Like Eileen” Eileen Sheahan Memorial Scholarship Riley Hult (Theta-Michigan) Area of Study: International Studies; Political Economy and Development “Alpha Phi brought me my best friends, people who have supported me and been by my side since we met on Bid Day! I am incredibly grateful for this scholarship, which allows me to focus on my academic and professional dreams. I hope to pursue a career where I can make a meaningful impact, and Alpha Phi has helped shape my leadership skills and confidence.”

Madge H. Lesher Memorial Scholarship Taryn Maher (Beta Epsilon-Arizona) Area of Study: Doctor of Clinical Psychology

Epsilon Gamma- Sacramento State

“Receiving the Madge H. Lesher Memorial Scholarship is an incredible honor that is helping make my dream of becoming a clinical psychologist a reality. Alpha Phi has opened doors I never could have imagined, introduced me to lifelong friendships and shaped me into a more confident woman and leader. I’m incredibly grateful for the mentors who guided me, especially our advisors, Alpha Phi nationals, Greek Life leaders and the many Beta Epsilon executive boards, who supported and encouraged me to reach goals I didn’t even know I was capable of achieving. The community within Alpha Phi is one I will always hold close, filled with people I deeply admire and a sisterhood that always feels like home.”

Epsilon Nu-Delaware Epsilon Omega-Texas A&M Epsilon Rho-UC Davis Eta-Boston Eta Chi-Bishop’s Eta Delta-CSU East Bay Eta Omicron-Virginia Tech Eta Theta-SFSU

GRACIE FARQUHAR (Iota Omega-Ole Miss) SENIOR SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGIST AT BUSTLE Social media isn’t just a place for connection — it can launch careers. At the University of Mississippi, Gracie Farquhar (Iota Omega-Ole Miss) learned this firsthand. During her senior year, Gracie began an internship remotely from her chapter house in Oxford, Mississippi. She landed a gig with Bustle, a premier media outlet for young women. When she wasn’t logging into Zoom classes (pandemic days — remember that?) or studying for exams, Gracie was hard at work creating memes, planning social media calendars and capturing analytics for Bustle. Her work spoke for itself, and after Gracie earned a journalism degree in 2022, Bustle offered her a full-time job, which she excitedly accepted. Gracie’s talent quickly caught the attention of her colleagues, earning her steady promotions. She advanced from intern to assistant to strategist, and today she serves as Bustle’s senior social media strategist. “I feel really lucky to have found a company that nurtured me creatively from day one and gave me opportunities to grow,” Gracie says. Now based in New York City, where Bustle is headquartered, this Alpha Phi is fully embracing city life — living with friends, walking to work and discovering community and adventure around every corner. While the hustle and bustle might overwhelm some, Gracie thrives on it. Still early in her career, she has her sights set on professional ambitions: growing as a journalist and carving out a place for herself as a celebrity interviewer. In a field that can be tough and unpredictable, Gracie leans on her values to guide her. “My hope is to keep shining my light, remain kind and bring authenticity to a business that can often feel chaotic,” she says.

LETICIA BRANCO (Beta Mu-Alabama) ASSOCIATE PLANNER FOR LADIES DESIGNER SHOES AT SAKS GLOBAL When Leticia Branco (Beta Mu-Alabama) started college, she didn’t know anyone. Hoping to find a home away from home and a tight-knit community, she went through sorority recruitment. Alpha Phi instantly felt like the right fit. “I wanted to make connections that would continue past college,” she says. “I got exactly that out of my experience in Alpha Phi.” As a collegian, Leticia served as the director of sisterhood from her sophomore year into her junior year. Her Big Sister, Lauren Ostendorf, who was on the chapter’s executive council at the time, encouraged her to pursue the position, recognizing Leticia’s potential as a leader. Without Lauren’s encouragement, Leticia may not have taken her next step in Alpha Phi leadership: becoming an educational leadership consultant (ELC) after graduating college. Her ELC year taught her more about herself — everything from the type of leader she is to transferable skills like strategic communication and problem-solving. It was a year of incredible personal and professional growth, and it also introduced her to another consultant, Emilie Moorman Hrapkiewicz (Iota Nu-Kentucky), who quickly became one of her closest friends. The two grew so close that Leticia later stood as a bridesmaid in Emilie’s wedding. Fast-forward to today: Leticia calls Dallas, Texas, home. Since graduating in 2021, she has carved out a career in the fashion industry, with roles at the Neiman Marcus Group and Saks Global. At Saks, she now serves as associate planner for women’s designer shoes. Her bachelor’s degree in finance comes in handy, especially since she works with shoes carrying price tags that rival a month’s rent in some cities. “My favorite part of my job is that it’s the perfect mix of finance and fashion,” she says. “I get to work with some of the most prestigious brands in the luxury space, like Prada, Miu Miu, Gucci, Bottega Veneta and many others.” Leticia feels at home in the world of designer fashion and business development. She plans to soak up all the experience she can, with dreams of one day stepping into a vice president role focused on merchandise planning. And we have no doubt she’ll get there, wearing the best shoes in the office.

LETICIA BRANCO (RIGHT)

"Seize every opportunity this sisterhood presents you." —Sabrina Kartzman (Iota Gamma-University of the Pacific)

Stockton, California, she earned a bachelor’s degree in music management, blending her creative talents with a deeper understanding of what it takes to support artists behind the scenes. While balancing her studies, Sabrina made it a point to attend as many concerts as she could in her free time. Her Alpha Phi sisters fondly remember her as the one who never passed up a chance to join them for a live show. Whether it was a favorite band or an artist she’d never heard of, if someone had an extra ticket, Sabrina was always game to go. After college, Sabrina set out to pursue a career in music production. Her first break came through a connection with her senior advisor, and from there, each opportunity — at Rhapsody, iHeartMedia, Google and now Meta — has stemmed from the relationships she’s built along the way. From supporting sales teams to negotiating global music deals, every role has added a new layer of expertise, only deepening her love for the industry. Problem-solving is Sabrina’s M.O. as head of music product business development at Meta. In this role, she keeps the needs of both artists and fans in mind, finding ways to align them efficiently and successfully. “It keeps me on my toes and taps into both the strategic and creative sides of my brain, which I love,” she shares. Her problem-solving skills wouldn’t be as sharp today without Alpha Phi. Having served her chapter as president and recruitment director, Sabrina gained early experience leading teams, making tough decisions and communicating with empathy — skills that have guided her throughout her career. “Looking back, those experiences were some of my first lessons in navigating real-world challenges.” To members still in college, Sabrina encourages making the most of the experience: “Build genuine relationships, invest in lifelong friends, take on leadership roles and step outside your comfort zone. Seize every opportunity this sisterhood presents you.” And while she doesn’t perform or play music as much these days, Sabrina is itching to flex that creative muscle again, especially since her 10-year-old plays bass and her 7-year-old is learning guitar. “I have dreams of starting a family band,” she laughs. “But wherever the future takes me, I hope it keeps me close to the creativity and connection that first drew me in.” 

SABRINA KARTZMAN

SABRINA KARTZMAN (Iota Gamma-University of the Pacific) Head of Music Product Business Development at Meta Music has always been Sabrina Kartzman’s (Iota Gamma- University of the Pacific) greatest passion. Her childhood dream was to perform on Broadway, and she chased her dream with unshakable dedication by taking piano lessons, singing in multiple choirs and landing roles in every school musical she could. But as she grew, Sabrina discovered that her love for music wasn’t limited to the stage. In high school, she began exploring the business side of the industry, a curiosity that would carry her through college. At the University of the Pacific in

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Perched a mile above sea level in Denver, our Executive Office showcases every corner of our legacy, our story and our sisterhood with pride.

By Renee Smith Zimmerman Zainer (Beta Epsilon-Arizona) and Dakotah Lindsay (Beta Pi-USC)

After four years of thoughtful planning, Alpha Phi's new Executive Office has finally found a home in The Mile High City of Denver, Colorado. This space houses both our Executive Office and our Iota Xi Chapter at the University of Denver — making Alpha Phi the first National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) organization to share an international headquarters with a collegiate chapter.

Every corner of the new office tells our story. Not one detail went unnoticed, as each room was designed to honor the legacy of our previous executive offices — places where visionary leaders shaped our Fraternity and guided us with wisdom, strength and heart. This move stands as both a reflection of where we’ve been while illuminating where we’re headed. When designing the new office, the focus was on preserving our rich heritage through carefully curated museum areas and displays. Spread across the first, second and third floors, these spaces showcase our most treasured artifacts, offering a moving experience that bridges today’s members with the visionary women who founded Alpha Phi 153 years ago. “The vision of this Executive Office was to truly serve as every Alpha Phi's home: a place where every member can explore our Fraternity’s rich history, admire our past and celebrate our vast achievements,” Renee Smith Zimmerman Zainer (Beta Epsilon-Arizona), executive director, notes. It’s remarkable that our Founders preserved so much, and creating museum spaces that honor their legacy required balancing accessibility with preservation — a challenge we embraced fully. To bring this vision to life, we partnered with an exhibit expert and master case builder to create specialized, museum-quality displays. These cases are airtight with carefully managed lighting, allowing members to view artifacts while keeping them protected for generations to come. Preservation-minded touches extend beyond the cases: many items are stored in dark, archival drawers and only exposed to light when opened for viewing. With customized preservation cases in place, the next challenge was deciding which stories to tell and which precious pieces to display. Our partnership with HistoryIT has allowed us to digitally preserve our archives and make them much more accessible. Working closely with HistoryIT and a variety of Alpha Phi stakeholders, we ensured that the most important stories from throughout our history are represented in our new Executive Office. While we encourage you to visit the office in person, (because the photos — stunning as they are — just don’t do it justice), we understand that not every member can make it to Denver. That’s why we’re taking you on a tour right here, right now. Picture this: you step through the front door and are immediately transported into more than 150 years of Alpha Phi history. Stories, artifacts and achievements of our Fraternity surround you, with our meaningful symbols and colors tying everything together. When you step into this office, there’s no mistaking where you are. You are at Alpha Phi.

Let’s begin our tour!

Foyer of Firsts Your journey begins in the Beta Epsilon-Arizona Foyer of Firsts, a space dedicated to our Founders. They laid the foundation for a legacy of groundbreaking achievements that continue to shape Alpha Phi today. All our “firsts” are housed here — from our first publication and first alumnae initiate to our first chapter house and first traveling delegate. These “firsts” are the building blocks of the organization we know and love today.

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First Publication Exhibit Next, you enter the First Publication Exhibit. Our Founders and earliest members were deeply committed to scholarship, holding weekly meetings filled with orations, declamations, mock trials and spelling schools. Perhaps because the university newspaper barred women from serving on its editorial board, they took matters into their own hands and launched their own literary journal, The Literary Cabinet , shortly after founding Alpha Phi. As Alpha Phi grew, so did its need for a broader exchange of information. After five years of discussion and planning, the Quarterly was approved at Convention in 1888 and made its debut shortly thereafter. Our award-winning magazine has been published continuously since that time. This exhibit displays the covers of our earliest issues as well as editions commemorating significant milestones in our history. Since 1888, the Quarterly has served as a central hub for Fraternity news and communication, with issues showcased throughout the entire Executive Office. Across from this exhibit, in a drawer carefully protecting it from light, rests an incredibly special piece of our collection: a handwritten issue of The Literary Cabinet . Founders Jane Sara Higham and Louise Viola Shepard Hancock were the editors, and while the issue has faded over time, you can still make out their beautiful handwriting on its pages.

First Panhellenic Meeting Exhibit Your journey now leads to the First Panhellenic Meeting Exhibit, a space that honors the Fraternity’s role in shaping interfraternal history. In 1902, Alpha Phi's International President Margaret Mason Whitney (Theta-Michigan) made history by calling the first meeting of sorority representatives. This groundbreaking gathering led to the formation of the NPC — the first intergroup organization on college campuses. The founding members included Pi Beta Phi, Kappa Alpha Theta, Kappa Kappa Gamma, Delta Gamma, Gamma Phi Beta and Delta Delta Delta. This exhibit showcases a digitized replica of Whitney's original letter alongside photographs of the three Alpha Phi women who later served as NPC Chair: Cora Allen McElroy (Beta-Northwestern), Margaret Coshun Hutchinson (Psi- South Dakota) and Sally McCall Grant (Gamma-DePauw). Also displayed is Sally's distinctive NPC Chair badge, a one-of-a-kind gift from Alpha Phi.

First House Exhibit From the pages of our publications, we move into the First House Exhibit, where Alpha Phi’s early sisters brought thier vision of home and community to life. In spring 1884, Alpha Chapter sisters proudly began renting the very first chapter house at 613 Irving Street, with just eight sisters living there. At the time, the early members said, “Their hearts turned not to love, but to lots,” and in 1886, they purchased the future site of the first first sorority chapter house in the United States. The 56-by-178-foot lot was purchased for $25/foot. Funding the house was no small feat: a bank loan of $2,500 on a first mortgage, a $2,700 loan from an Alpha Phi father on a second mortgage and gifts and pledges from the women, alumnae, parents and friends made it all possible. The fact they accomplished this in the late 1800s — decades before women gained the federal right to open their own bank account in 1974 — is astounding, a true testament to the vision and persistence of Alpha Phis. In May 1886, the sisters picked the perfect site. They designed the house’s floor plan, laid the cornerstone in June and by October, members moved in. The New York Times reported on the event: “This is believed to be the first chapter house built for women.” This exhibit features photographs of the first house, original drawings and illustrations, newspaper clippings, essays recounting how the house came to be and meeting minutes from when they decided to sell the house to Syracuse University in 1910. Some of our most cherished pieces in this display were saved before the house was demolished. In 1962, when the University tore down the building, they gifted the Fraternity the magnificent stained-glass windows and other objects from the structure. This includes a piece of the original banister displayed here, as well as one of the commemorative gavels. The university crafted these gavels from the original staircase and presented one to each collegiate chapter.

First Endowment Fund Exhibit

This special section of the museum highlights the First Endowment Fund. By the 50th anniversary of our founding, the Fraternity had accumulated a $50,000 endowment fund — the first women's fraternity endowment fund to reach this milestone. These efforts were led by Cora Allen McElroy (Beta- Northwestern), who noted that “the ever-increasing Endowment Fund will give Alpha Phi opportunities for greater educational service.” This exhibit spotlights several of the Quarterly’s humorously direct ads for the Endowment Fund, as well as articles and features celebrating the achievement of surpassing the goal.

First Visiting Delegate Exhibit Onward to the First Visiting Delegate Exhibit. In 1895, Alpha Phi became the first Greek organization to employ a “visiting delegate,” an appointed ambassador of the Fraternity who would travel to chapters during the years a Convention was not held. Known as the Visiting Delegate Program, this initiative allowed Alpha Phi to move to a biennial Convention schedule, and it quickly caught the attention of our fraternal peers. “Could not such a delegate find work to do in almost any fraternity?” asked Sigma Alpha Epsilon in reporting on Alpha Phi’s new program. The idea had been presented just a year earlier, at Convention 1894, by Carrie Park Jones Sauber (Alpha-Syracuse) and International President Henrietta Coone (Beta-Northwestern). Carrie went on to serve as the first visiting delegate, making her initial chapter visits in 1895. During her travels, she proved invaluable in encouraging a broader, national vision among chapter members while also gaining a rare perspective of the Fraternity as a whole through the sum of its parts. The suitcase displayed here is similar to the one Carrie carried as she made her visits. This exhibit features Quarterly articles about the Visiting Delegate Program from across the decades, highlighting the many titles these leaders have held throughout their 130-year history. It also showcases photographs of visiting delegates from different eras and the 1969 Field Secretary Manual.

Jewelry Our badge: an enduring symbol of our sisterhood. This simple piece of jewelry connects us across time and generations — and in this exhibit, we celebrate its evolution. At Convention 1906, Alpha Phi approved the uniform badge we wear today. Before then, members could design their own badges and have them made by local jewelers. The pre-1906 badges in our archives are dazzlingly unique with different shapes, sizes and adorned with diamonds, sapphires, emeralds, opals, rubies and other precious stones. We are deeply grateful to the Alpha Phis who donated their badges to our collection, ensuring these precious artifacts are preserved and allowing sisters from around the world to experience this remarkable piece of our heritage — a heritage where, though the design has evolved over time, the meaning of being pinned and wearing a badge remains timeless.

A replica bust of the marble

original housed in Northwestern University's Deering Library.

First Alumna Initiate Exhibit

Our alumnae initiates strengthen our sisterhood with their perspective and wisdom. But before there were many, there was one. And she was Frances Willard (Alpha Lambda-Alumna Initiate). Here, in the First Alumna Initiate Exhibit, we honor her. Frances was an inspirational educator, reformer, suffragist and one of the most internationally known women of her time. She graduated from Northwestern Female College in Evanston, Illinois, in 1859 and went on to teach for 16 years, promoting coeducation and a broad, comprehensive curriculum. She later served as president of Evanston College for Ladies and as the first female dean of Northwestern University. When word spread that Frances would be in Syracuse for a three-day meeting of the Association for the Advancement of Women, Alpha Phis were thrilled. Professor Coddington — a pivotal figure in Alpha Phi’s founding and early years — knew Frances and told the sisters he thought he could bring her into the Society. In a back room behind the curtain of the Wieting Opera House, they initiated her. Frances

remained engaged with Alpha Phi, writing often to members and offering advice that shaped both individuals and the organization as a whole. The centerpiece of this exhibit is a reproduction of “Frances Willard by Lorado Taft,” created by the renowned American sculptor who crafted multiple works honoring her. The bust replicates the marble original housed in Northwestern University’s Deering Library since 1898 and was specially reproduced for Alpha Phi in 2024 for this very exhibit. Frances also holds the distinction of being the first woman honored with a statue in the U.S. Capitol’s Statuary Hall. This exhibit chronicles her remarkable legacy through a photograph of Alpha Phi International officers laying a wreath at her Capitol statue, newspaper coverage from the statue’s unveiling and a commemorative book. Additional artifacts include her personal correspondence, a postage stamp bearing her image and memorabilia celebrating her extraordinary contributions.

Heritage Hall As you pass through a small entryway into the Linda Gardner Massie (Delta Alpha–East Carolina) Heritage Hall, the grandeur of the room immediately captures your attention. Hand-painted portraits of Founders Martha Foote Crow and Clara Bradley Burdette stand proudly alongside the beautifully illuminated stained-glass windows salvaged from the first chapter house. An interactive touchscreen display invites visitors to explore our comprehensive digital history museum, offering self-guided tours at their own pace.

Explore Alpha Phi’s entire digital history museum through an interactive touch screen, created by HistoryIT.

Iconic, right? Turn to Page 47 to explore these stained- glass treasures preserved from our very first chapter house.

The Traditions Exhibit Since 1872, Alpha Phi members have shared traditions that connect generations. From the new member experience to ceremonies, Initiation, songs and dances, chapter installations, shared meals, Conventions and anniversaries, these moments strengthen bonds to one another and to the Fraternity. The Traditions exhibit highlights artifacts from across the decades, including early pledge books, illustrated songs, the Loving Cup, Alpha Phi tableware, programs, dance cards, name tags, photos, proclamations and much more. Dance cards, popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries, were small decorative booklets used by women to record their dance partners for the evening. Several are preserved in our collection, including one displayed here from Beta-Northwestern’s Formal in May 1913. Inside are the names of every partner the Alpha Phi danced with, along with the chaperones. Among our favorite treasures in this exhibit is a silk program with a delicate fringe border, featuring an image of the first chapter house. This remarkable piece served as the program for the Seventh

Annual Convention, held in Syracuse, New York, in 1888.

The Beginning

Standing between Heritage Hall and the Boardroom is the Dianne Spry Straker (Delta Alpha-East Carolina) The Beginning exhibit — an 18-foot, floor-to-ceiling glass display that brings Alpha Phi’s history to life, showcasing treasured early materials and sharing the stories of the Original Ten and our first chapters. Alpha Phi’s uniqueness is rooted in the spirit of innovation that began with our 10 Founders in 1872. As the first female students on campus, they were not content with simply participating in the classroom. Denied admission to the men’s fraternities, they chose to create their own fraternity for women. Every Alpha Phi who has followed in their footsteps is indebted to their vision and determination.

Ten, along with their recollections of Alpha Phi’s founding. Two rare group photos featuring nine of the Founders are displayed here, as well as some of the earliest meeting minutes. In their quest for formal recognition, the Founders sought a charter from the state of New York but were denied as a “Greek Letter organization.” Instead, they incorporated as a literary society under the name Michaelanean Society, honoring Alpha Phi’s first president, Rena Michaels. A certificate of incorporation, recorded January 25, 1887, in Onondaga County, is displayed here. Flanking the case are two remarkable artifacts: a reproduction of Clara Bradley Baker Wheeler Burdette’s dress and a hand-carved chair from our Zeta Chapter at Goucher College.

The exhibit highlights biographies of each of the Original

Symbols Exhibit This exhibit celebrates the symbols that have bound Alpha Phis together for generations, arranged around the official silver seal from our membership certificates. As you explore, you’ll find Ursa Major watching over us, ivy symbolizing friendship and fidelity, lilies of the valley reflecting humility, forget- me-nots as tokens of remembrance, our loyal bear offering protection and, perhaps the least known yet still meaningful, the ruby — our official stone.

The Boardroom Boardrooms can feel nondescript, dated or tired. Not ours. When you step into the Susan Brink Sherratt (Beta Beta–Michigan State) Boardroom, a 24-foot stone board table anchors the space, surrounded by 20 upholstered chairs in our signature silver and Bordeaux. Elegant drapes with the Alpha Phi crest prominently displayed on the cornice boards are subtle yet impactful. Watercolored charter art and three chandeliers adorned with delicate ivy leaves illuminate the room. The space features two exhibits — one showcasing Alpha Phi symbols, and the other dedicated to the evolution of our organization and the Executive Office.

Executive Office Exhibit The story of Alpha Phi’s Executive Office begins at the 1920 Convention, when the creation of a national secretary position was approved. Romaine Loar (Beta-Northwestern) became the first to hold the role, establishing Alpha Phi’s first national headquarters in New York City. Since then, our Executive Offices have had homes in Evanston, Illinois; Detroit, Michigan; Chicago, Illinois; and now, Denver, Colorado. This exhibit showcases how Alpha Phi’s headquarters have continually adapted to meet the changing needs of the organization and embrace new technology. While typewriters, mail packets and towering file volumes are no longer part of daily operations (thank goodness), the Executive Office remains the essential hub of Alpha Phi life. On display are artifacts such as the knocker, plaque and paperweight from the 1930 Sherman office, photographs of past offices, policies of insurance and even our 1929 copyright assignment — purchased for just one dollar.

Hall of Homes As you ascend the staircase, the Hall of Homes comes into view — a heartfelt tribute to the places so many sisters have called home. Since 1886, thousands of Alpha Phis have found a home away from home on campuses across the U.S. and Canada, making chapter houses one of the most cherished parts of the Alpha Phi experience. Lining the walls from the first to the third floor, this expansive exhibit features each chapter house in its own custom watercolor, creating a gallery that celebrates the beauty, tradition and sisterhood within every Alpha Phi home.

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The Quarterly On the second floor, the Billie Coskey Battiato (Phi- Oklahoma) Quarterly exhibit celebrates more than 50 covers of our beloved magazine, tracing both the evolution of print and design and Alpha Phi’s ever-evolving brand. A few highlights include the spring 1992 issue featuring Kimberly Williams Paisley (Beta-Northwestern) alongside Steve Martin in “The Father and the Phi;” the summer 1973 issue with Omega-Texas members selling lollipops to support the Alpha Phi Foundation; and the fall 2019 issue — the first to debut multiple covers. Together, these covers capture the voices of Alpha Phis across generations, reminding us that every member’s story plays an essential part in the collective story of our sisterhood.

Notable Alpha Phis The Christen Shelton Flamm (Eta Beta-CSU San Bernardino) Notable Alpha Phis exhibit spans the hallway of the second floor and features inspirational Alpha Phis throughout our history. You will see Alpha Phis who have won Pulitzer Prizes, Olympic medals, Emmy Awards, Golden Globes, Tony Awards and more.

Volunteers Volunteers are the backbone of Alpha Phi, and this exhibit stands as a tribute to every individual who has given their time, talents and treasure to our sisterhood. Photographs from across generations highlight the faces of those who shaped Alpha Phi’s story, while artifacts bring their service to life: a stunning Convention award, newspaper clippings and Quarterly articles from volunteer trainings, a full collection of volunteer badges, the 1963 Advisory Board Guide and even an “advisers” page from an early new member binder.

Offices We continued to incorporate Alpha Phi’s heritage into the offices through distinct themes, and each of them has photos, objects and memorabilia that relate to the theme. Themes include the Fashion Office, the Member Experience Office, the Membership through the Decades Office, the 150 Years Office, the Convention Office and the Alpha Phi is Home Office.

Touch Screen The Laura Malley-Schmitt (Zeta Phi-MIT) Touch Screen allows every visitor to dive deeper into a topic from Alpha Phi’s history that interests them. It displays the entirety of Alpha Phi’s digital history museum in an interactive display, all created by HistoryIT.

Every office is filled with Alpha Phi — from sisterhood snapshots to historic keepsakes.

Mugs from every Alpha Phi chapter — a tribute to our sisterhood that stretches across national and international lines.

Leadership Training Room The Renee Smith Zimmerman Zainer (Beta Epsilon-Arizona) Leadership Training Room builds on Alpha Phi’s longstanding tradition of preparing future leaders, proudly displaying the Alpha Phi creed on its exterior. Inside, the room features a mug from every college and university Alpha Phi has called home — a simple yet powerful reminder of our sisterhood's reach and the leaders it continues to inspire.

Gathering Space The Beta Gamma-Colorado Gathering Space is filled with special Alpha Phi touches that make it feel like home. A wall honoring our anniversaries, framed cookbooks and flatware and shelves of Phi Bear mugs create a space where sisters can connect, reminisce and celebrate everything it means to be Alpha Phi.

Collaboration Space The Karen Bloch Bavender (Epsilon Omega-Texas A&M) Collaboration Space provides Alpha Phis another gorgeous space to meet and strategize. It features stunning watercolor art from Alpha Phi’s 125th anniversary.

Alpha Phi Foundation Throughout our history, Alpha Phis have been passionate about advancing not only the lives of our sisters but also the lives of people around the world. In 1956, we became one of the first women’s fraternities to establish a foundation. The Judy Ethell Glatz (Zeta Alpha- Eastern Illinois) Alpha Phi Foundation Exhibit honors this enduring commitment to philanthropy. On display are photographs capturing decades of service, the Foundation’s three red dress pins, a Quarterly article and newspaper clipping announcing the Foundation’s formation, advertisements for philanthropic events, an Alpha Phi Foundation tie and Alpha Phi War Relief stamps from 1941-44 — each artifact is a testament to the impact of Alpha Phi’s generosity and vision.

Alumnae Long after graduation, Alpha Phi continues to offer each member a home to return to again and again. The Alumnae Exhibit celebrates how Alpha Phi remains a constant through life’s seasons — a place of strength, support and growth. On display are photographs of alumnae from different eras, beautiful anniversary pins, letters, newsletters and newspaper clippings about Alpha Phi State Days, an alumnae chapter party flier, an alumnae chapter yearbook and more.

This exhibit was funded by Amy Jordan (Omicron-Missouri) Do you want to fund an exhibit at the Executive Office? Email fraternity@alphaphi.org

Bunk Room The beloved Bunk Room, along with the Kate Boyle Halfon (Eta Delta-CSU East Bay) Wellness Room, features 16 bunk beds adorned with pale pink comforters and bolster pillows showcasing lily of the valley or forget-me-not designs. Each quilt is embroidered with Bordeaux Alpha Phi lettering, creating a cohesive and welcoming atmosphere. Bunk rooms have been a cherished part of the Alpha Phi Executive Office since 1990, offering a special place where Alpha Phi leaders connect in a shared space filled with laughter, sleepover stories and deep camaraderie. On the wall, two framed pieces of wallpaper from the previous bunk room — a swan pattern — serve as a treasured reminder for generations of volunteers.

The new Executive Office would not feel like home without this gathering place, where lasting friendships are forged across generations of Alpha Phis.

The bunk beds are sponsored by volunteers and groups of past consultants!

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