Since graduating in 2018 with a degree in inclusive early childhood education, Ashley has remained an active volunteer with the Fraternity. She has served the Fraternity as a volunteer in many roles including recruitment advisor for her alma mater, as well as the international governor for Iota Nu-Kentucky and the collegiate chapter advisor for Beta Alpha-Illinois. She also attends each annual Leadership Conference and Biennial Convention. Katherine is a junior majoring in advertising with a minor in marketing. She currently serves as the chapter president. Previously, she was the vice president of marketing, the director of sisterhood and the director of chapter housing. She aspires to travel for Alpha Phi as an Educational Leadership Consultant (ELC) after graduating in 2026. We asked both sisters the same questions to compare their collegiate and sorority experiences. Here’s what they had to say! What is your favorite place to hang out on campus? Ashley (A): The student union. It was the perfect place to hang out with friends, relax, work and grab a snack. Katherine (K): My favorite place to hang out on campus is either the Alpha Phi Chapter House or our campus Starbucks. I love how, in both places, you are bound to see a sister who you can share bits and pieces of your day with!
What was/is the preferred social media platforms used by students? A: Instagram was the most popular! K: TikTok and Instagram are the two most popular platforms at BGSU. What is your favorite chapter memory? A: My favorite chapter memory was serving as Vice President of Membership Recruitment during my senior year. It was such a special time when everyone worked together to show the PNMs what makes Alpha Phi so unique. That year, my little and I also recruited my grand-little, and both of them became bridesmaids in my wedding. They’re still my best friends today! K: My favorite chapter memories are endless! Some that stick out to me are the Leadership Conference in Denver, Bid Days and a car wash philanthropy event when we were paired with another Greek organization. Any advice for incoming members? A: Take your time getting to know your sisters and build real friendships. Be active and take advantage of opportunities to grow through leadership and involvement. And, most importantly, stay true to yourself. Sorority life is about sisterhood, but also about staying authentic and true to your values. K: Get involved. Whether that be raising your hand at chapter with an idea or applying for positions like chapter president. Getting involved in the chapter has grown my appreciation for the organization tremendously.
Ashley Murphy Mace and Katherine Miller are both members of Alpha Phi’s Beta Omicron Chapter at Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, Ohio, but they were initiated seven years apart. Both joined the Fraternity as freshman – Ashley in 2015 and Katherine in 2022. Despite how much changed between those years, these two are more similar than you might think. Do you know two sisters who were initiated at the same chapter with some years between them? Email us at quarterly@alphaphi.org for a chance to see them featured on this page in the future!
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A: Alex and Ani bracelets, choker necklaces and dark wash skinny jeans. Popular fashion trends on campus/in your chapter?
What was/is an accessory you can’t live without?
K: Alpah Phi sweat sets, usually paired with Uggs, a big scarf and a long warm coat!
A: My wristlet!
K: Could not live without my gold hoop earrings! They complete any outfit and make me feel more confident and put together.
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