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T-shirts, a prospect Dubrofskys

freshman self would love.

Its amazing that I will be rep-

resenting our chapter across the

country, Dubrofsky said. I cant

wait to put my best foot forward

and bring a little bit of Terp spirit

everywhere I go.

The Forget-Me-NotNews for alumnae of Alpha Phi at the University of Maryland

Spring 2013

Senior lands prestigious position

When Chelsea Dubrof-

sky joined Alpha Phi

in 2010, she anticipat-

ed a fun distraction. She would

make new friends, dress up for

formals and wear T-shirts bearing

billboard letters and creative slo-

gans. She never expected that she

could turn Alpha Phi into a career.This winter, Dubrofsky was

selected for an Educational Lead-

ership Consultant position with

Alpha Phi International. Educa-

tional Leadership Consultants, or

ELCs, are traveling alumnae who

are paid to develop chapters in

recruitment, officer training, goal

setting and more.

The application process com-

prises a written component and

several interviews. Dubrofsky is

among 15 current trainees chosen

from thousands of applicants.

The process is competitive,

but very worthwhile, chapter

advisor and former ELC Brittany

Fertig said. I feel that by working

together with like-minded wom-

en, we were able to help each oth-

er reach our fullest potentials, live

fulfilled lives and continue to be

philanthropic.When Dubrofsky received no-

tification in December that she

would join the ELC team, she was

ecstatic.

The ELC position is an amaz-

ing way to begin my career, she

said. I have the opportunity to

bring my passion to other chapters

and connect with thousands of

my sisters.Dubrofsky will train at Alpha

Phi headquarters in Evanston, Ill.

for three weeks in July and begin

traveling immediately. After her

contract ends in March, she may

choose to continue as an ELC.

According to Alpha Phi In-

ternationals website, each ELC

travels to 14 states, visits 19 chap-

ters and collects an average of 22

Phi Fact:In 1894, Alpha Phi became the firstwomens fraternity to use traveling

delegates, now known as Educa-

tional Leadership Consultants.

Forget-Me-Not Features

Taking a gamble for ALS ........................................ 2

Mr. Greek: Strutting their stuff ................................ 2

Home sweet home ................................................. 3

Welcoming the next generation of Alpha Phis .............. 4

Get connected ...................................................... 4

To learn more about Chelseas

position and the ELC program

visit http://www.alphaphi.org/

elc/index.htm.

Photo by Hayden Blank


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Alpha Phi joined forces with

Phi Delta Theta to unite

Greek life for an evening

of philanthropy

and fun.

Last year,

Phi Delt raised

$10,000 for its

national philan-

thropy, the ALS

A s s o c i a t i o n .

The ALS As-

sociation rais-es money and

awareness for

a m o t r o p h y i c

lateral sclero-

sis (ALS), also

known as Lou

Gehrigs disease.. The fraterni-

ty had higher aspirations for this

years event.

We chose to partner with Al-

pha Phi this year because they are

all so motivated and fun to work

with, Phi Delt

treasurer and

casino night

chair Michael

Gold said.

They really

went the extra

mile for us.

Phi Delt

hosted the eventat its chapter

house on Col-

lege Avenue,

but Alpha Phi

enlisted sever-

al of its sisters

to decorate, make banners, de-

sign T-shirts and advertise for the

event online and through word of

Taking a gamble for ALSPhi Delt selects Alpha Phi as Casino Night co-host

mouth. Alpha Phi also acquired

corporate and family sponsors fo

the event and made its own finan

cial contribution to co-sponsor the

event.

Gold explained that the frater

nity hired a company to provide

casino tables and slot machines

Guests dressed in cocktail attire

and Phi Delt brothers in bow-tie

served refreshments. The Greek

organizations with the most par

ticipants won money toward theiphilanthropies. This year, FIJ

and Kappa Alpha Theta claimed

the $500 prizes.

We ended up raising more

than $13,000 and had about 400

people come out, a huge improve

ment from last year, Gold said

We hope to make it even bigge

and better in the future.

Phi Delta Theta and Alpha Phi raised more

than $13,000 for the ALS Association and

Alpha Phi Foundation.Photo by Christine Rice

Phi Fact:We sponsor several philanthropies

through the Maryland community

in addition to our own causes:

Alpha Phi Foundation ()

Forget-Me-Not Fund()

Heart-to-Heart Fund()

Patient 9 Foundation ()

Ronald Reagan Association (TKE) ALS Association ()

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS

Foundation (AE)

St. Judes Childrens Research

Hospital () Childrens Miracle Network

(TerpThon)

like UScoop and PepsiCo. A lo

cal DJ also donated his services

Its a great way for the Greek

community to come together,

said Christine Rice, Alpha Ph

Vice President of Marketing. We

got to have a lot of fun while also

raising money for great causes.

Congratulations to thi

years winner, Eric Bose

of Alpha Tau Omega

If you or your organization

is interested in sponsoring Mr

Greek or another philanthropy

event, contact Christine Rice a

[email protected].

On April 20, men repre-

senting 15 different fra-

ternities flaunted formal

wear, swimsuits and a choreo-

graphed dance routine to com-

pete for the title of Mr. Greek.

Since 2009, Alpha Phi and

Tau Kappa Epsilon have pre-

sented the Mr. Greek pageant

to benefit the Alpha Phi Foun-

dation and TKEs philanthropy,

the Ronald Reagan Association.

This year, the competition

received sponsorship from 20

Greek organizations on campus,

in addition to corporate sponsors

Alpha Phi and TKE unite for fifth annual philanthropy pageantStrutting their stuff


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When construction on

the Alpha Phi chapter

house commenced in

the summer of 2011, it was un-

clear when the residence would belivable again.

They just kind of dove head

first into the project, house man-

ager and sister Michelle Fernan-

dez said. Once they got going,

they promised us we could move

in the fall of 2012, which ended

up happening. So that was great.

Phi Sigma Sigma and Alpha

Phi were the final sorority houses

at the university to receive face-

lifts. Together, the renovations

cost $13.7 million.

Each house retained its foun-

dation and exterior, but was com-

pletely rebuilt from the inside. The

chapter house was certainly due

for the updates.

Things were falling apart and

the dcor needed serious updat-

ing, Fernandez said. Luckily,

we were able to consult several

designers who are actually AlphaPhis themselves.

The Alpha Phi House Corpo-

ration Board helmed the project,

but consulted house officers and

housemother, Carol Lindblom.

Lindblom, known affection-

ately as Ms. Lin, also benefited

from the upgrades. She has her

own apartment within the house,

which includes a living area, of-

fice, bathroom and spacious mas-

ter bedroom.

The updates to the rest of the

house include a study lounge, two

flat-screen televisions in each hall-

way, and the addition of two base-

ment suites. All furniture is also

brand-new.Our house is amazing. The

whole sorority loves to come here

just to hang out. Its really helped

us become closer as a chapter,

sister Maggie Sundel said.

For the most part, sisters have

offered positive reviews of the

new and improved digs.

Overall, I really like the new

house, sister Ana Simon said

Its very pink, but when will

I ever get the chance to live in a

pink house again?

To view pictures of the reno-

vations, visit www.umdalphaphi

com. Alumnae may also visit the

house at any time to take a tour

with a current sister.

Phi Fact:The chapter has been saving for the

recently completed improvements

since its founding in 1961.

Home sweet homeAlpha Phi chapter house receives long-awaited face-lift

Phi Fact:The forget-me-not is an ofcial ower of Alpha Phi

and is included in our house to honor alumnae.


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Get connected with usKeep up with our chapter by following

our social media accounts!

Instagram@umdalphaphi

Twitter@umdalphaphi

Facebook.com/AlphaPhiUMD

Welcoming the next generation of Alpha Phis

We recruited 38 amazing new members

this spring! We are so excited to welcome

Spring 13 into our sisterhood.

Spring 13 Stats

38New members

30Freshmen

21Marylanders

9Psych majors

1Valedictorian

Bid day and Mr. Greek photos by Chelsea DubrofskySources: Brittany Kane (Membership Recruitment)

and Elizabeth King (President) | Credit: Emily Smith

Check out our new website! Sisterhood blog

About exec.

Philanthropy

Recruitment

Chapter calendar

Photo galleries

Contact addresses

Alumnae info.

www.umdalphaphi.com

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