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|Name= Gamma Nu
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|Name= Gamma Epsilon
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|Image= [[File:Gamma_Epsilon.jpg|200px]]
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|Founded= {{start date and years ago|1925|04|09}}
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|Founded= {{start date and years ago|1919|02|21}}
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|College= [http://www.uark.edu/home/ University of Arkansas]
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|College= [https://www.pitt.edu/ University of Pittsburgh]
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|Location= Fayetteville, AR
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|Location= Pittsburgh, PA
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|Homepage= [http://www.arkansaskappa.com/ Gamma Nu Homepage]
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|Homepage= [https://pittsburgh.kappa.org/ Gamma Epsilon Homepage]
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'''University of Arkansas established in 1871 in Fayetteville, Arkansas'''
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'''University of Pittsburgh – founded in 1787''' as Pittsburgh Academy on what was then the American frontier. It is one of the oldest continuously chartered institutions of higher education in the United States.
  
  
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'''Gamma Nu founded April 9, 1925 - 15 charter members'''
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'''Chapter founded as Gamma Epsilon in 1919'''
  
  
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'''3,716 initiates (as of June 2016)'''
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'''1,717 initiates (as of June 2018)'''
  
  
 
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'''Charter Members:'''
 
'''Charter Members:'''
  
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Geneva Anderson, Marie Cherry, Alice Crenshaw, Dorothy Farrior, Amanda Elizabeth Harms, Hazel Hinds, Hazel Holder, Nina Holder, Lilian Kirby, Cecilia Mulrenin, Ada Phillips, Jeanne Porter, Jimmie Porter, Elizabeth Smith, Emmah Smith.  
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Irene Garrison Cramblet, Ruth Brown Crawford, Helena Kathryn Flinn, Thelma Marie Herron, Emma Irene Hopkins, Sarah Hudson, Katherine Ruth Johnson, Mary Alma Barton Johnson, Margaret Davis Loomis, Janet McDonald, Anna Marshall, Vera Leone Neish, Laura Elizabeth Niebaum, Harriet Elizabeth Smith, Elsie May Young.  
  
  
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'''Fraternity Council Members:'''
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'''Fraternity Council Officers:'''  
  
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Julie Butler (McNeill), Traveling Consultant 1990-1991; Katie Stilwell (Bloodworth), Xi West Province Director 2009-2012; Courtney Madden (Ogden), Xi West Province Director 2013-Present; Madison Taylor, Traveling Consultant 2013-2014
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Helena Flinn Ege, Fraternity Director of Alumnae 1944-1988, Fraternity President 1948-1952; Kelly Matyas Magyarics, Traveling Consultant 1995-1996; Leanne Aurich, Leadership Consultant 2009-2010
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'''Fraternity Alumnae Achievement Award Recipients:'''
  
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'''Alumnae Achievement Award Recipients:'''
 
  
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Deborah Oates Erwin, 2008; medical anthropologist
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'''Additional Outstanding Gamma Epsilon Alumnae:'''
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Cynthia Casson Morton, 2010; Director of Cytogenetics
 
  
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Patricia Nealon (Burt), Graduate Counselor 1970-1972
  
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'''Additional Outstanding Gamma Nu Alumnae:'''
 
  
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Mary Crook (Clark), Graduate Counselor 1945-1946;
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Sandra Fergusson (Lunestad), Graduate Consultant 1964-1965;
 
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Julie Morris (Watson), Graduate Counselor 1975-1976;
 
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Katie Stilwell (Bloodworth), Chapter Consultant 2006-2007;
 
  
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The University of Pittsburgh was chartered in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy. It became Western University of Pennsylvania in 1819, and in 1908 was named the University of Pittsburgh. The Cathedral of Learning, focal point of the university, is a 42 story building occupying two acres. It contains the famed Commons Room, which is modeled after an English castle great hall, and the nationality classrooms, which are furnished with materials and decorations from the respective countries. The nationalities represented are those to be found in the make-up of the diverse people who built Pittsburgh.
  
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==The Early Years  (From The History of Kappa Kappa Gamma 1870–1976)==
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Gamma Epsilon Chapter received its charter in 1919 and since then has stood continuity and innovative change in fraternity life at the University of Pittsburgh. A Panhellenic first in housing is listed among the innovative changes.
  
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Epsilon Rho Omicron was formed February 22, 1916 with the purpose of petitioning Kappa Kappa Gamma for membership. On February, 1919, this dream came true when Grand President Lydia Voris Kolbe, Akron, conducted installation ceremonies for the fifteen charter members.
  
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==The Early Years==
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Home for Epsilon Rho Omicron had been a room in Carnegie Library, or a member’s house. As Kappas, meetings were held in Heinz House which is a building given by H.J. Heinz as a place of recreation for women of the university. In 1921 Kappas shared their first house at 4633 Center Avenue with the Chi Omegas. Neither could have managed alone. Gamma Epsilon moved into its first home, 272 Bellefield Avenue, on May 13, 1922.
  
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Gamma Nu Chapter officially began on April 9, 1925, when 15 eager young women were initiated by Georgia Hayden Lloyd-Jones, Eta—Wisconsin, then Director of Provinces. Installation in Fayetteville, in the heart of the Ozark Mountains, was unique in that apple blossoms were used instead of more formal flowers.
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The chapter loved this house but soon knew it needed a larger one, so in 1929 a move was make to 401 Neville Street, next door to the Theta chapter. These were happy years, but as the chapter continued to grow, the desire grew to own a house. The fall of 1938 found the group at 165 North Dithridge Street, a house that was bought later. The move was celebrated with a party for all Greeks on the campus and a visit from Grand President Elizabeth Bogert Schofield, Butler.
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All the women’s fraternity houses at Pitt were also student houses. There were many commuters and not enough Kappas living on campus to fill the house. Any woman student who was approved by the dean of women could live there. It was not until the 1959-60 school year that the house became all Kappa. By the time the mortgage burning celebration had been held for the house which twenty years before had been described as “the most beautifully decorated woman’s fraternity house on campus” and the future looked promising.
  
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Gamma Nu was the outgrowth of a local sorority founded April 14, 1916 called Kappa Kappa Kappa, for the purpose of developing friendships among girls of similar aims and ideals.
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A bitter blow was struck in 1959. The university condemned the third floors of all the women’s houses as unsuitable for occupancy because of fire code violations. This made operation of the houses economically unsound. An so began the story of the building of the present Kappa house at 4401 Bayard Street, which is also the Kappa Alpha Theta house on Bellfield.
  
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An installation processional honoring the chapter was composed by its good friend Dr. Henry Tovey, head of the fine arts department on campus. This gave an ever-to-be-remembered distinction to the occasion. The music was played by Dr. Tovey from an advantageous but secluded spot at both the Installation and Initiation ceremonies.
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The first meeting of the Pittsburgh Kappas and Thetas took place at the suggestion of Executive Secretary Clara O. Pierce, Ohio State, on April 14, 1959. The decision of bother groups was that they did not want to move their chapters into the dormitory suites offered by the university so they chose to build together.
  
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Rush in the fall of 1925 was a busy and exciting experience with Kappas eagerly meeting every train to escort “rushees” to the nearby campus. Highlights that year included winning first place in scholarship. The Kappa float also received the top award in the Homecoming parade.
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What seemed like hundreds of meetings later, money was raised by a joint Building Fund Committee. A Building Committee met with architects, builders and lawyers and the informal partnership became legal, establishing a Theta-Kappa Board of Management. Selling the Kappa house and tearing down the Theta house enable the cornerstone to be laid in January, 1964.
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On September 8, 1964, the two chapters moved into “their house.” It marked a Panhellenic first: the housing of two fraternity chapters in one building, financed by monies given by alumnae and actives of the two groups from all over the world.
  
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The Kappa – Theta duplex provides identical, but separate units. Each unit contains a living room, chapter room – dining room, kitchen, ten bedrooms which house twenty girls, a house director’s room and bath, the usual storage rooms, powder rooms and bathrooms. The chapters share a central fire tower which separates one unit from the other, as well as the mechanical rooms, laundry rooms, sunken patio, roof, and driveway. Inside, except for the size, the rooms bear no resemblance to one another, for each group decorates according to its own wishes. From the outside the pink brick building has a “town house” appearance. The house’s rectangular shape and the corner lot enabled the Thetas to retain the old Bellfield address, while the Kappa entrance is on Bayard Street.
  
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Even Dedication Day, October 4, 1964, was a joint Kappa – Theta affair, with each fraternity holding its own service, and then joining with an open house for all fraternity and university friends. Now, more than ten years later Kappas and Thetas continue to live happily in “their house”.
  
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The chapter house has had five different locations. In 1930, when the present site was purchased, remodeling began, converting a nondescript 10-room house into a structure with Colonial façade and housing 18 girls. By 1940, as the need for more space was felt, the house was enlarged to accommodate 40 members. A large three-story wing, which included a new kitchen, dining room and bedroom-bath area, was added to the original structure in 1956. This house, which had been painted gray and was fondly referred to as “Old Gray,” accommodated 75 girls, and was always filled to overflowing. Finally, it was admitted that “Old Gray” had outlived its usefulness. In 1964, the house was torn down, except for the 1956 wing. This provided space for the beautiful white colonial mansion that graces the grounds today. This three-story, traditional white brick building, trimmed with charcoal grey shutters, houses 75 members comfortably.
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Through the years Gamma Epsilon have striven to maintain a chapter of which the Fraternity could be proud. There are members of Phi Beta Kappa, Mortar Board, Cwens, and many other honorary fraternities. Gamma Epsilon members have word the Homecoming Queen often, have been fraternity sweethearts many times, have been elected Senior Queen, and have served as president of the Women’s Self Government Association, Student Congress and Panhellenic members. Many editors of student publications have been Gamma Epsilons. Pitt’s Hall of Fame lists many Kappas, and each ear it is evident that Kappa keys are worn by student leaders. The chapter has taken first place in Greek Week, Greek Sing, and Homecoming, as well as other events. Gamma Epsilon has won both Fraternity and Beta Province awards for program and scholarship, including the Fraternity Finance Award and the Province Royalty Award.
  
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Visits of Fraternity officers through the years have highlighted chapter meetings. A tea was given in honor of Helena Flinn Ege, Gamma Epsilon’s own charter member and former chapter president, when she became Fraternity president in 1948. Excitement, joy, and pride on such festive occasions were happily recorded.
  
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The shape of the times is evident in the yearly chapter histories. They tell of banquets in the 1920s in the Schenley Hotel and the custom of making toasts. Members sold Fab soap to earn money to wallpaper a room. An influenza epidemic in 1928 forced cancellation of a formal dance. They tell of The Doll Cabaret used during rushing in 1929 when rushees were given French dolls to make and stuff by Kappas. Today owls are made for rushes.
  
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During World War II, Gamma Nu initiated the first supportive movement on campus by investing  money in defense stamps rather than house decorations. Each girl chipped in to buy a bond, and the entire chapter was signed up to roll Red Cross bandages. Gamma Nu raised $7,800 in the 1944–45 War Loan Drive, three times the quota set for the whole campus.
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The Kappa sponsored Sychor Club at Penn State, assisted in the installation of Delta Alpha in 1930 and in 1931, agonized over the Panhellenic ruling of “rushing without men.” The Gamma Epsilons purchased a baby grand piano in 1932, installing the first payphone in 1933, and christened it with a bottle of Coke.
  
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The first annual Kappa –Delt reception for faculty took place in 1941. The Kappas sold Defense Bonds in 1942 and worked on benefit committees to earn money for the dean of women’s 12th floor.
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On its 25th anniversary in February, 1944, Gamma Epsilon helped install Delta Xi Chapter at Carnegie Institute of Technology (renamed Carnegie Mellon University in 1967). Chapter members attended the installation of Delta Phi Chapter at Bucknell University in 1948.
  
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Pitt adjusted to the trimester plan in 1959 and the KKΓs lived in the dormitory suite while their house was being built in 1963. They rejoiced because the chapter limit was raised from 30 to 50 members and watched the demise of women’s self government and the establishment of student government.
  
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Kappa’s scholarship record has long been excellent. In spring 1951, Gamma Nu made the highest GPA ever achieved by an organized house. Scholarship rivalry usually centered around Kappa and Chi Omega, whose mother chapter is at this university. In 1962, Gamma Nu again brought home the scholarship trophy, which had been in Chi Omega territory for 13 consecutive semesters. The spring scholarship banquet, at which dinners descend from steak, chicken, hamburger, to beans for the lowest grade point, was an annual tradition.
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Gamma Epsilon hosed Beta Province Convention in 1969 and celebrated Gamma Epsilon’s 50th anniversary at the same time, saying “thank you” to the wonderful alumnae who worked with the chapter as advisers and house board members through the years.
  
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A Kappa was selected as the first Pitt Woman in 1972 and there was pride in the fact that the chapter president of 1969-1970, Patrica Nealon, was chosen to be a graduate counselor.
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Women students are important in the life of the university today, although it was not until 1895 that Pitt became coeducational. Today women are admitted to every school, and Gamma Epsilon members are currently enrolled in the schools of medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, and law, in addition to those working for undergraduate and other graduate degrees. Today women are members of the faculty, administration, and even Board of Trustees. In 1971 for the first time, a member of the student body was appointed to the University’s Board of Trustees. The student was a woman, a member of Gamma Epsilon. It is the hope of the chapter that it will continue to contribute much to the University of Pittsburgh, and that it will continue to instill into the lives of its members the high standards of Kappa Kappa Gamma.
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The previous information was excerpted from The History of Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity, 1870-1976. The information that follows has been gleaned from available resources including Chapter History Reports, chapter meeting minutes, letters and comments from chapter members and alumnae, the Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity Archives, and The Key. Each chapter is expected to update its history record annually.
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Since 1956, there has been a “Granny” Gamma Nu legend. Granny is a rather portly old gal who appears twice a year at the strangest times to announce the Initiation date to new members. Her presence is always a complete surprise to everyone, new members and actives alike. Granny is really an active dressed in some outlandish garb, which, when not in use, is hidden away in a dark, mysterious closet of the chapter room.
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Gamma Nu has received the Gracious Living award several times at Fraternity Conventions. Credit was due to the much-loved Ms. Jennings, House Director from 1947–62. Her pleasing personality and gracious manner were drawing cards to friends, dates, the girls and to everyone she met.
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'''Housing:''' Paid off their mortgage in 1989
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Gamma Nus have continued to live up to the high standards set by earlier members. All told, the chapter has produced (prior to 1975) 25 members in Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities, 32 in Mortar Board, and six in Phi Beta Kappa. Kappa scholars from this chapter were on the General Electric TV College Bowl team and the A and M College Bowl team. There have been many Homecoming Maids and at least one queen. There have been four Miss University of Arkansas winners and one Miss Arkansas. The Kappas have claimed two out of three Miss Sorority Pledge Queens. Gamma Nus have been active as cheerleaders, Associated Women Students officers, Panhellenic officers, majorettes, and student body senators and officers.
 
  
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Deferred rush, meaning that girls do not pledge until they are at least sophomores, started in 1950 and was re-evaluated in the 1970s. Kappa, Pi Beta Phi, Tri Delta and Chi Omega largely dominated the campus activities. With the help of the outstanding girls who continue to be pledged, Gamma Nu, with its ideals and traditions, will continue to prosper.
 
  
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The previous information was excerpted from The History of Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity, 1870-1976. The information that follows has been gleaned from available resources including Chapter History Reports, chapter meeting minutes, letters and comments from chapter members and alumnae, the Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity Archives, and The Key. Each chapter is expected to update its history record annually. Contact Fraternity Headquarters at kkghq@kkg.org with questions.
 
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==Highlights of the 1980s==
 
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The house did not have air conditioning, making Rush (now Recruitment) terribly HOT.
 
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Gamma Nu alumnae say they remember everyone gathered at the house in front of the TV waiting to see the release of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” music video, doing Jane Fonda workouts in the formal living room, and watching General Hospital. There were formal lunches on Sundays where everyone brought friends and/or boyfriends to eat at the house after church.  During these days, the freshman pledge class would chase “Granny” to find out the day and time of Initiation.
 
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Bill Clinton was elected Governor of Arkansas and he beat Governor White, whose daughter was a Kappa at the time.
 
  
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Gamma Nu was removed from a “period of concern” and the chapter was thriving in many areas. The chapter hosted Province Meeting in February and took home the Most-Improved Chapter Award. When members returned to school in the fall, the house had been redecorated and 30 new members were pledged. The chapter was ranked 5th in grades and worked closely with Chapter Consultant Rene Hedges to improve in all areas of chapter life. The chapter philanthropy was Run for Your Lungs to benefit the Oregon Lung Association. Plans were in the works for a new philanthropy, Balloon Derby, to increase interaction and visibility on the campus. Other philanthropic involvement included an Easter egg hunt for The Children’s House, a local nonprofit agency.
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Fall Recruitment resulted in 39 new members who enjoyed running to “the white house on the hill.” Special events included Monmouth Duo with the Pi Phis and the Sigma Nu Relays, which Gamma Nu won.
 
  
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Fall Recruitment brought 47 new members to Gamma Nu. In the Sigma Chi Derby Day skits, Kappas took first place and enjoyed making a float with the Sigma Nus. On October 31, the chapter celebrated “Owl-o-ween” with Chi Omega. On December 5, they enjoyed the annual Christmas Formal. In the spring, 41 new members were initiated.
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The university had been undergoing major renovations and construction on campus. This year, the law building and engineering center were completed. Over the summer, the Gamma Nu House saw air-conditioning in the den and living room and the basement was remodeled. University enrollment was 14,276 with 12 sororities and 21 fraternities on campus. Quota was 47 and chapter total was 135. Gamma Nu finally achieved first in GPA.
 
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Chapter members collected canned goods and donated clothing for the needy and planned an Easter egg hunt for children.
 
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Fall Recruitment resulted in 44 new members. The fall term was full of pep-rallies, brunches, a Founders Day banquet and Halloween activities followed by the traditional Christmas formal before everyone buckled down to study for finals. After the three-week holiday break, a sisterhood event was held at Showbiz Pizza followed by spring formal in February. Before long, “Granny” came to the house to announce that new members would be initiated on February 18. Many alumnae from surrounding areas attended Initiation, making it even more special. Other spring plans included Monmouth Duo, Senior Weekend and the annual scholarship banquet.
 
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The chapter fell from first place in scholarship to third, so a goal was set to increase study hours to regain their top ranking. Thirteen members attended the Province Meeting in Stillwater, taking home the Jean Berry Award for Outstanding Panhellenic Involvement and the Outstanding Membership Award. Members to continue to be leaders on campus, representing Kappa in numerous activities from Razorback pom squad and cheerleading to Greek Week committee and Judicial Board, as well as countless honor societies and clubs.
 
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Gamma Nu remained first in scholarship with a cumulative chapter GPA of 2.96. On August 31,, 45 new members were welcomed. Among the traditional fall activities was Founders Day where three 50-year-members were presented with their special pins. The university started a campaign to raise money to restore Ole Main. The chapter house was furnished with two new leather couches and a new study room among other improvement in the works.
 
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An intramurals chairman was added to encourage more members to get involved in intramural athletics on campus. A faculty reception was held for professors and teachers.
 
  
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After looking through the chapter scrapbooks, it was obvious that the members loved spandex, big hair, and bright colors, specifically neon, and denim.  Ronald Regan was elected president in 1980, and the chapter participated by campaigning as a sisterhood together.
  
  
 
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In 1991, Gamma Epsilon became more recognized on campus by having four executives on Greek Week committee. High campus involvement continued after a sister was attacked in a campus building. The sisters ensured that campus was a safe place for studying and living with the help of Student Government to institute a shuttle and escort system. Sisters participated with MTV and their campaign “Rock the Vote” to get more students to vote.
  
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A total of 39 new members were initiated in the spring. During spring break, several members took trips together. The annual “Lock and Key” date party was enjoyed and shortly after, Monmouth Duo as well. The spring GPA was 3.08. Philanthropy events included the annual Easter egg hunt with Head Start and donating money to multiple sclerosis research and the Arkansas Children’s Hospital. The chapter also adopted a section of a highway near campus to clean three times per year. On February 23, five chapter members traveled to Oklahoma University for Xi Province Meeting.
 
  
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Gamma Nu won awards for scholarship, membership and overall excellence. Gamma Nu returned from summer break to find a new house mother and a redecorated downstairs area. The chapter pledged 37 new members. Gamma Nu held on to first place in scholarship with a chapter GPA of 3.04 for fall. The chapter enjoyed the successful University of Arkansas basketball season watching the team win its conference championship and making it to the Elite Eight in the NCAA tournament. The renovation of Ole Main was complete and the dedication ceremony was held the weekend of September 21.
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Among the traditional activities, the chapter again held a party for underprivileged children at the Fayetteville Youth Center and donated items to Operation Blessing. The scholarship banquet was extra special because the chancellor was the guest speaker. The 1991–92 Homecoming Queen was a Gamma Nu member. Two other actives competed in the Miss Arkansas pageant and took first place and runner-up.
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30-years after the house was built, each room received a facelift and the kitchen was renovated.
  
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Gamma Nu took home several awards at the Panhellenic Order of Omega awards program including the Award of Excellence and Highest GPA Award for a 3.09 cumulative chapter GPA.
 
  
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Winter formal and “Granny’s” announcement of Initiation were highlights of 1993 when 39 new members were initiated. The annual date party with Pi Beta Phi and winning the  Sigma Nu Relays were events to remember as well. Actives received many honors including a recipient of the Razorback Classic award for leadership and campus involvement, and one member of the homecoming court. Several actives were on the cheerleading squad and two were majorettes.
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Forty new members were pledged and a new event called Boot Scootin’ Barn Bash was enjoyed with Kappa Delta sorority. High scholarship and increased attendance and participation in chapter and campus activities continued to be priorities. Chapter members participated in Make a Difference Day where nearly 400 University of Arkansas students spread out through the community to volunteer for different nonprofit agencies as well as homes of elderly residents. One elderly home owner said that seeing the Kappas clean her yard helped restore her faith in future generations. Trick-or-Treat on Sorority Row was again a popular event as was the Founders Day banquet and new member Christmas program. The Gamma Nu Pickers performed at a nursing home and some fraternity houses.
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Every year, the sisters of Gamma Epsilon volunteered at a Halloween party benefiting the Children’s Hospital. They also worked for several years to gain the Cathedral Award through being involved in volunteer activities.
  
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The chapter enjoyed the excitement on campus when the Razorbacks won the national championship basketball game in Charlotte, North Carolina.
 
  
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Province Meeting awards: Chapter Excellence, Most Gracious Living, Outstanding Scholarship
 
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Panhellenic awards: Challenge to Excellence, Highest GPA, Highest Pledge Class GPA, Pledge Class Award of Excellence, Above the All-Sorority GPA, reached Fraternity goal of 3.1 GPA
 
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Gamma Nu pledged 55 new members and won the Sigma Chi Derby Days lip sync contest. The chapter and new member class had the highest sorority GPAs. The new house mother is loved by the chapter. Two social events have been brought back—Kappa Krush and Kappa Kissmas. During Initiation, more than 50 alumnae participated. A faculty appreciation dinner was held as well as a special dinner for the Razorback baseball team. Six Gamma Nu’s represent their chapter well as members of the pom squad.
 
  
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Chapter unity was strengthened with sisterhood events including TV nights and a skate retreat. One active was named the SEC Woman Athlete of the Year in track and 21 members made the dean’s list. Gamma Nu was selected as one of 16 pilot chapters to conduct a revised new member program. On February 29, the chapter held a Leap Year event with Sigma Chi, Sigma Nu and Pi Beta Phi. Gamma Nu celebrated its birthday on April 8 with cake and decorations. An event called The Tradition was held with Pi Beta Phi to commemorate the founding of both sororities at Monmouth College. A senior farewell picnic was held April 29. The chapter’s spring GPA was 3.482 keeping them in first place.  
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==Highlights of 2000-2010==
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In remembrance of the one year anniversary of September 11th, sisters attended a ceremony wearing their letters to show chapter support. The chapter continued to show a strong presence on University of Pittburgh’s campus through having a high GPA and in 2010, they were awarded External Relations Award at the Cathedral Awards.
  
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Two actives were in the Miss Arkansas pageant during the summer. Gamma Nu delegates took home the Chapter Efficiency Award at the 1996 General Convention. The chapter also received the University Chancellor’s Award for Academic Excellence.
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In 2006, Gamma Epsilon bought the other half of their house and moved in. After an initial struggle of filling the house, the women were excited to have the whole house to themselves. To help in the housing transition, for Founders Day each sister created a quilt square that included chapter memories and inspiring quotes about sisterhood.
  
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After a busy Recruitment week, Gamma Nu pledged 56 new members who went through the new six-week new member education program prior to Initiation in October.  The chapter GPA continued to be strong, topping the other sororities with a fall GPA of 3.205. Gamma Nu is the largest Greek chapter on campus with 182 members—100 of whom live in the chapter house.
 
  
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The entire chapter participated in Toys for Tots and the sponsorship of Angel Tree at Christmas time. The chapter also sponsored the Northwest Arkansas Senior Olympics in coordination with Springdale Nursing Home. Members also participated in Race for the Cure in Little Rock and volunteered for a battered women’s shelter among the chapter’s other traditional activities.
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In 2009, Gamma Epsilon continued to hold many philanthropy events including Bowl-a-thon.
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Chapter members participated in Sigma Chi Derby Days, a football pep rally, Trick-or-Treat with the Greeks and the Red Cross blood drive. Members also made Valentine’s cards for a veterans’ hospital and birthday cards for a book donation program to benefit the National Center for Family Literacy. A total of 34 members were in the Booster Club; several were in student government and Panhellenic; 14 belonged to Gamma Beta Phi honor society; 21 were in Golden Key; several were student ambassadors; two members were cheerleaders, 31 were in Campus Crusade for Christ; several were on the Pom Pon squad; two were in Mortar Board and there were members involved in countless other clubs and activities.
 
  
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Gamma Nu was first in scholarship again and received the Chancellor’s Award for Academic Excellence for the living unit on campus with the highest GPA of 3.31. The chapter hosted Xi Province Meeting and had Kappas from eight other chapters staying at the house that weekend. A Gamma Nu member served as Panhellenic President and participation in campus and chapter events was a main goal for the school year. 
 
  
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'''Highlights of 1999–2000''' include competing in a step show where the Kappas earned third place. The new members enjoyed a sisterhood retreat. Kapppancake raised money for local charities and Kappa’s Holiday Sharing program. The chapter hosted a dinner for the Razorback football team to show support and university spirit. Gamma Nu’s fall GPA was again the best with a 3.269. Many members participated in the Greek 101 seminar.
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2002 Risk Management Award
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2006 Greatest Scholarship Improvement Honorable Mention
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2006 House Board Award
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The Gamma Nus had a successful Recruitment with 74 new members receiving invitations to join the Kappa family. With such a large pledge class, it was crucial for Chapter Council to find ways to help build unity within the new member class and the chapter. In order to achieve this, the New Member Chairman asked Kore groups to participate in three activities with their families: university, philanthropic and Kappa-related. This helped the Kappas to bond not only with their key sis but also with other sisters from each pledge class.
 
  
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After coming in 2nd place for grade point average by 0.02 points for the spring 2005, Gamma Nu set a goal to once again reign as the top academic chapter. After keeping a close eye on study hall hours and using informative programs in chapter, the Gamma Nus achieved their goal by ranking 1st place in grade point average for fall 2005. 
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During Homecoming, Kappas were busy preparing for the Alpha Kappa Alpha Unity step show. Their performance was a great representation of Kappa Kappa Gamma. Their devotion and excitement with the blood drive, talent show, fan, float and yard competitions during Homecoming Week helped them earn 3rd place among other sororities and fraternities. The Gamma Nu delegate for the annual Pledge Queen competition represented Kappa with grace and poise winning 2nd-Runner-Up.
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Sigma Chi Derby Days, in which sororities compete in food and blood drives and field events, was won by the Kappas. In addition, the prestigious Order of Omega organization awards the distinguished Award of Excellence annually. Once again, the Gamma Nu chapter was an excited recipient.
 
  
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Gamma Nu upholds its honored reputation for academic excellence, school-wide involvement, and high standards. The respected reputation of Gamma Nu earn can be attributed to its members’ involvement in more than 40 university-wide student organizations.  
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In the spring our chapter participated in Greek Sing with Pi Kappa Alpha, although we did not place in the competition. Our chapter did succeed however in winning a week-long philanthropy event in April, Derby Days, which was hosted by Sigma Chi. As a result of this win, our chapter received a trophy in recognition for our efforts and a donation to a charity of our choice. Additionally, we received the Gracious Living Award from Nationals in June, while our Vice President of Standards attended the convention. Also in June, our house underwent renovations that resulted in improved conditions in two dorm quadrants of the building and our study room.  
  
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Gamma Nu members excelled in many areas of campus and Greek life, receiving 2nd place in Homecoming activities, which included making a float for the city-wide parade, a lawn decoration competion between all the Greek chapters on campus, and a campus-wide blood drive. Gamma Nu also took 3rd place in the Alpha Kappa Alpha Annual Unity Step Show.  The girls who participated in Step Show spent countless hours each day preparing for their performance. In the annual Lambda Chi Alpha Pledge Queen Pageant, Gamma Nu’s representative proudly took 1st place. Gamma Nu continued to hold the coveted position of the sorority with the highest GPA for the year, 3.257.
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In September, our chapter sponsored a member's mother's artwork exhibit titled "Portraits of Lupus" by raising money through a Lunch Box Auction with members of Delta Tau Delta. Our chapter participated in a second  Lunch Box Auction with the fraternity in November. Our chapter also raised money for the charities which we support through our annual Hot Dog Days. This year, we raised more money than we have ever raised in the past. In terms of campus-wide events, our chapter had many members participate in Pitt Make a Difference Day. In terms of nation-wide events, our chapter witnessed the fall 2012 election resulting in the re-election of President Obama.  
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Gamma Nu’s Chapter Council set these goals for the school year: Improvement in ritual songs, communication throughout all pledge classes, campus involvement as a unified body, philanthropy, attendance at chapter and campus events, new member understanding of standards, respect for officers, Kappa tradition and history, enthusiasm, bonding between pledge classes, house appearance/cleanliness, new member program and committees. To work on these improvements throughout the year, Gamma Nu held workshops and ritual review was done multiple times. Members were encouraged to meet in large groups at the house before attending a campus-wide activity so that there would be a higher number of attendance and the members would be able to spend more time getting to know one another.  
 
  
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During the 2007 Homecoming activities, Kappas placed 1st in the cook-off, 2nd in the banner competition, and 1st in lawn, float, rowdy fan, and pep rally competitions. Kappas received 1st place in the overall competition against other sororities and fraternities. The Lambda Chi fraternity hosts the Pumpkin Bust in which sororities compete in food drives and field events.  Kappas donated 20,000 cans to the food drive and placed in every field event, winning 1st place in the overall competition.    
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There have been a variety of changes this year on campus. The first of which was a series of bomb threats targeted at various university buildings. The threats began in February and persisted through April. Members of our chapter were forced to evacuate their classrooms multiple times per week. The threats were both a nuisance but also a legitiate concern to many of our sisters. The person responsible for these threats was eventually identified by the FBI and resulted in an arrest. Students on campus were relieved of the burden of having their belongings searched before entering classrooms when they returned to campus in the fall.  Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett came to campus this past spring as well to explain the severe budget cuts that higher education will face (including Pitt). Some positive changes on campus included a new football coach, who coincidentally is one of our newer sister's father. The university is also in the process of building a new dorm building for freshmen that wil be complete this spring.
  
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Within Gamma Nu chapter, the term “Kappa Lady” is frequently referenced. With high levels of respect for fellow members and themselves, Kappas uphold the values and goals that the Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity has established. Members are well aware of what is expected by such committees as Standards and Scholarship because of workshops and continued referencing.
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==Highlights of 2014==
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Gamma Nu gained 74 new members. The entire chapter participated with them in pep rallies and other events to show the new members that Gamma Nu is a close-knit family. Another sisterhood event is the new-member retreat when the freshman new member class goes camping.
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Awards: Cathedral Standards of Excellence Risk Management Award
  
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Once again, Gamma Nu was an excited recipient of the highest grade point average for spring 2008. Gamma Nu was also involved in the Kappa Sigma relay races to help support Mothers Against Drinking and Driving. We placed first, knowing that our contributions went to a great cause. We also participated in two Phi Gamma Delta events, where we both placed first. The first event was a three-on-three basketball tournament and the second was the Carol of the Greeks competition where the money raised went to their philanthropy. We also participated and placed second in the Greek Sing competition. We participated in Greek Summit, a workshop for all of Greek Life, and Gamma Nu was well represented.
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Special Events: Trip to Pittsburgh Zoo, "Welcome to the Sweet Life" Bid Day Celebration, Trip to Soergel's Orchard
  
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During 2008, Gamma Nus made our involvement well known on campus, placing second in the University of Arkansas Homecoming Week and regaining the first-place title at the Lambda Chi Alpha Watermelon Bust. We participated in the Miss University of Arkansas pageant, and our two-time participant was awarded Miss Congeniality and Highest G.P.A. During Sigma Chi Derby Days, Kappas raised money and participated in field events. After a week of competition, we placed second.
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Traditions: Dean's List Celebrations, Chapter Dinners, Founder's Day Celebration, Sister of the Week, Smart Cookies (sweets awarded weekly to sisters who have received an outstanding grade or employment/internship), Participation in Greek Sing and Pitt Dance Marathon
  
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Gamma Nu had a successful Recruitment resulting in 82 new members. We participated in monthly activities with our families. The new members not only participated in their families, but also in groups within their pledge class.
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Philanthropic Involvement: Lunchbox Auction (fraternities bid for meals prepared by the sisters) and the Kappa Spelling Bee to benefit Reading Is Fundamental, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation; Participated in Pitt Make A Difference Day; Kappa Dog Days (sold hot dogs) to benefit Children's Miracle Network, Volunteer at Boys and Girls Club   
  
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Gamma Nu was honored and excited to host Xi Province Meeting. Kappa Kappa Gamma active members and alumnae from the Province stayed at the Embassy Suites in Rogers, Ark., and were bussed to the Kappa House on the University of Arkansas campus to learn more about Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity, the Gamma Nu chapter, and to engage with other Kappa sisters with whom they shared an immediate bond. The Gamma Nus gave a tour of the house, provided lunch, shared Recruitment videos, and exchanged ideas about ways to better Kappa Kappa Gamma members. The Northwest Alumnae Association was crucial in the planning and execution of this privileged event.
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Our chapter has grown substantially as a result of taking 33 new members during Fall '14 Recruitment. We're very excited about the diversity, creativity, and leadership experience these girls have brought to our chapter.  
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The ladies of Gamma Nu have a distinguished reputation for their academic excellence, campus involvement, and high moral standards. Members of Kappa Kappa Gamma participate in numerous registered student organizations, while still excelling academically. This was proven by having the highest GPA in the 2009 fall semester.
 
  
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The Kappas won the Panhellenic Council Fall 2009 Academic Excellence Award as well as the Panhellenic Council Outstanding Community Service Award. Also our President won Most Outstanding Panhellenic President out of the eight sororities.
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The chapter owns a house on Bayard Street which we acquired in full in 2006. Our chapter-owned house is occupied by approx. 35 sisters and a house mom. It is a 3-story building with a study room, TV room, dining room, formal room, and two kitchens. Our cook prepares meals for the sisters who live in on most days of the week.  
  
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During the 2009 homecoming, Kappas were active throughout the week. Preparing for the Alpha Kappa Alpha Unity Step Show kept Gamma Nu members very busy as did collecting cans for Lambda Chi Alpha’s philanthropy. The hard work payed off as the The Gamma Nus placed first for the third year in a row in Watermelon Bust! Gamma Nu’s 2009 pledge queen showed remarkable poise and talent while capturing the first place spot and the hearts of the audience!
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Historical Badge: This badge is traditionally and currently worn by the chapter president. It once belonged to Olive Phillips, born 4/15/1815 and deceased 4/01/1915. Olive was initiated into the Rho Deuteron Chapter (Ohio Wesleyen) and as an "honorary" member.
  
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Three Gamma Nu members participated in the Miss University of Arkansas pageant and one of our sisters won Miss Congeniality. In addition, the Gamma Nus were awarded the prestigious the Award of Excellence by Order of Omega. The Gamma Nu chapter was an excited recipient of the highest grade point average for the Fall 2009. Gamma Nu was also involved in the Kappa Sigma relay races to help support the Mothers Against Drinking and Driving. We placed second, knowing that our contributions went to a very great cause. The members of the Gamma Nu were thrilled to win the Pep Rally award for the second consecutive year and they were excited to place first in the first-ever “Pi Challenge” hosted Alpha Omicron Pi and Sigma Pi, which raised money for their philanthropies. The hard work preparing for Greek sing was rewarded by a first place trophy.
 
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Recruitment resulted in 84 new members, the largest pledge class to date on the University of Arkansas campus. The newly pledged Kappas were divided into groups and asked to spend time getting to know their sisters through various outings. The upperclass Kappas were encouraged to spend quality time with their key sisters. 
 
  
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The Gamma Nu House Board joined the actives for Founders Day dinner. To accommodate all of the actives (as well as the 104 new members!) it was held in the Town Center banquet hall on The Square, and our own Chef Jon prepared the meal. All of the girls wore their blue dresses. “The girls had everything planned perfectly. … These young ladies never cease to amaze me with their knowledge, skills, professionalism and enthusiasm,” says one House Board member.
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==Highlights of 2015==
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Awards: Cathedral Standards of Excellence Risk Management Award
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This was the first year without the Alpha Kappa Alpha Unity step show. Kappa still had great devotion and excitement for the blood drive, float and lawn decorations. Kappa participated in the Greek sing and Nelly was the theme. All of the practicing paid off as we won first place! Kappa also took first place in the talent show. At the Miss University of Arkansas pageant, a Gamma Nu won Miss Congeniality. At the annual homecoming pep-rally, Gamma Nus rejoiced at the announcement that one of our own was the 2010 Homecoming Queen.
 
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Kappa collected 20,000 canned goods for Lambda Chi Alpha’s philanthropy. All of the hard work of collecting and transporting cans paid off as the Gamma Nus won first place in cans for the fifth year in a row! Our Philanthropy Chairman started a new fundraiser called Kappa Klassic, a golf tournament that raised around $4,000. With a successful Recruitment, Kappa made history with the initiation of 104 new Gamma Nu members.
 
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In the spring, “Reading Railroad” was put on in a local elementary school for kindergarteners. All 80 students received a passport to get stamped at each stop along the Reading Railroad. The first stop was a jungle theme and Where the Wild Things Are was read aloud. Afterward, the students made scary monster masks. The next stop was an ocean theme where The Rainbow Fish was read and the students designed rainbow fish. At the next station, There was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly was read aloud by an active dressed as an old lady, wig and all! After the book was read, the students played musical chairs to the songs corresponding to the book. The winner of the game won a book lamp to take home with his/her books.
 
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The last station, and the most important, was “Seussville.” The Cat in the Hat greeted the students and they each had their picture taken with him. After the Cat in the Hat was read, students got to pick three books to take home. Many of the students had parents who did not speak English so we were able to provide bilingual books for those students. The looks on the children’s faces when they found out that would be given three books was something that will always be imprinted on our hearts.
 
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This school year, we started “Kappa Acts of Kindness.” A few members would volunteer to pass out lemonade during the summer, hot chocolate in the cold weather and Halloween candy for the season. Another Panhellenic activity, held with Alpha Delta Phi, was called March McMaddness. The event raised money for our philanthropy by selling hamburgers and hotdogs. Anyone could attend for $5 and we set up tents with tables and chairs for attendees to watch basketball games on a big screen TV on the Kappa lawn.
 
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The main goal this year was to keep Gamma Nu traditions going for the 104 new members. While there is great excitement with every new member, the growing membership has made unity and living space a challenge. Formal chapter meetings at the house are cramped, so the House Board has decided to remodel our house as soon as they raise enough money.
 
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To make sure that there were activities to reach out to each girl during initiation week, the New Member Chairman and Marshal created a theme with a different pledge class each night. Also the girls got to spend time with their key sis. Chapter Council decided to start having non-formal chapter meetings on campus in an auditorium classroom. This made chapter meetings more comfortable and efficient.
 
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==Highlights of 2011-2019:==
 
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==Highlights of 2011==
 
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The ladies of Gamma Nu were very involved and active in many areas of greek life and registered student organizations during the 2010 school year. The homecoming activities were slightly different this year. This was the first year without the Alpha Kappa Alpha Unity step show. Kappa still had great devotion and excitement for the blood drive, float and lawn decorations. Kappa participated in the Greek sing and Nelly was the theme. All of the practicing paid off as we won first place! Kappa was also the winner, taking first place in the talent show.
 
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At the miss University of Arkansas pageant, Katie Costello won miss congeniality. At the annual homecoming pep-rally, Gamma Nu's rejoiced at the announcement that one of our own, Hannah Henson, was the 2010 Homecoming Queen. Kappa collected 20,000 can goods for the Lambda Chi Alpha's philanthropy. All of the hard work of collecting and transporting cans paid off as the Gamma Nus won first place in cans for the fifth year in a row! Kappa's philanthropy chair started the a new fund raiser called Kappa Klassic. The golf tournament raised around $4,000. With such a successful recruitment, Kappa made history with the initiation of 104 new Gamma Nu members. At the annual Order of Omega Award ceremony Kappa was beyond honored to receive so many awards and honorable mentions of Gamma Nu's. Kappa Kappa Gamma won the Panhellenic Council Fall 2009 Academic Excellence Award as well as the Panhellenic Council Outstanding Community Service Award. Also our President, Julianne Graves won Most Outstanding Panhellenic President out of the eight sororities on campus.
 
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II. Describe your campus and chapter (brief description or bullet points). Campus: Gamma Nu has many that participate in Registered Student Organizations on campus. Our chapter has grown very fast within the past years. However, our number creates an even higher reputation of distinguish women at the University of Arkansas. This past year, we started "Kappa Acts of Kindness." A few members would volunteer to pass out lemonade during the summer, hot chocolate in the cold weather and Halloween candy for the season. Another Panhellenic activity that we held was with Alpha Delta Phi was called March McMaddness. The event raised money for our philanthropy by selling hamburgers and hotdogs. Anyone could attend for the price of five dollars and we also set up tents with tables and chairs for those to watch a big screen TV of the basketball games on the Kappa lawn.
 
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Gamma Nu upholds the reputation of academic excellence, school wide involvement, and recognized moral standards. Chapter: At the house of Gamma Nu, you will find girls that exemplify the phrase "Kappa Lady." We uphold characteristics such as academically and morally strong and we set high goals for ourselves. Our chapter is well aware of what is expected of them as a Gamma Nu as well as on campus as a student making the Kappa Kappa Gamma fraternity at the U of A a well respected and established fraternity. III. Chapter Challenges: (Describe them and how the chapter met and overcame them.) The main goal this year was to keep all the tradition of Gamma Nu activities for the 104 new members in our chapter. While there is great excitement with each and every girl becoming a Gamma Nu, the new member number has caused difficulty to keep the pledge class close with one another and the whole house. Also with the growing number in the past years it is getting difficult for many girls to live in the house, and to have enough space for a comfortable formal chapter setting. The house board has decided to remodel our house. It has been in the works for a couple of years now and they are still trying to receive enough funding. To make sure that there were activities to reach out to each girl during initiation week, the New Member chair and Marshal created a theme with a different pledge class each night. Also the girls got to spend time with their keysis. The new members really got to meet more girls this way. Chapter council decided to start having non-formal chapters on campus in an auditorium classroom. This made the environment of chapter more comfortable and spacious.
 
  
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Special Events: Sapphire Ball, Mardi Gras Bid Day Celebration, Trip to Soergel's Orchard, Alien Invasion Greek Sing Theme, Movie night bonding event with Tri Sigma, Holiday Decorating Party
  
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==Highlights of 2012==
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Traditions: Dean's List Celebrations, Chapter Dinners, Founder's Day Celebration, Supportive Sister of the Week, Smart Cookies (sweets awarded weekly to sisters who have received an outstanding grade or employment/internship), Parent's Brunch
  
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The ladies of Gamma Nu were very involved in several areas of Greek life and Registered Student Organizations on campus and also many events around the community in the year of 2012.  In January, Kappa started the year off by winning the first pep rally.  In February, Kappa held the annual Reading is Key event where every child was given three books to take home.  When the devastating storms hit Joplin, MO, Kappa raised 75 prom dresses to donate to Joplin’s High School.  Locally, the chapter raised 250 children’s books to donate to Washington Elementary, the school that Kappa volunteers at weekly.  Kappa joined up with another sorority on campus and held the March McMadness event where they raised $3,400 for the Ronald McDonald house.  Kappa also competed in the annual Derby Days competition.  The month of April was full of events, honors and awards.
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Philanthropic Involvement: Participated in Pitt Dance Marathon and Pitt Make a Difference Day, Lunchbox Auction (fraternities bid for meals prepared by the sisters), hosted Kappa Dog Days (hotdog stand and block party), and volunteered to read to and play with children from the Boys and Girls Club.  We support Reading Is Fundamental, Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Children's Miracle Network, and participate in numerous philanthropic events of other organizations.  
  
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The scholarship banquet honored girls with a 4.0 grade point average and the chapter helped our member Katherine Davis support her mother by participating in the MS walk.  Emily Halbert was voted Sigma Chi Sweetheart, Lauren Waldrip was voted Most Outstanding Senior, and Julie Sherrill was voted Panhelennic Most Outstanding President!  Gamma Nu received the Award of Excellence, the Panhellenic Achievment Award, and 2nd place in Greek Week competitions.  Kappa Klassic, which is one of Gamma Nu’s philanthropy events raised $4,000 for our philanthropy.  As the end of the school year came around, Kappa held a Groundbreaking Event where the construction of the Gamma Nu house was announced! 
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A huge change that we had to adjust to was deferred recruitment.  I order to switch from fall to spring, we had a formal recruitment in the fall for sophomores and ware gearing up for another one in January for freshman.  This created a lot of extra work and innovation for our chapter as we had to make many adjustments to our schedule, housing, and budget.  Additionally, changes were made to the housing board staff, we gained 10 new members in the fall, and we integrated the GYN system into our chapter to track study hours and maintain an accessible calendar.
  
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This summer, Convention was held and Gamma Nu received many honors and rewards.  Reading is Fundamental Award, Philanthropy Signature Event Award, Philanthropy Award, Gracious Living Award, Chapter/Advisory Board Relations Award, House Board Award, Excellence in Chapter Management Award, Academic Excellence Award, Recruitment Award, and Panhellenic Award are the honorary mentions that Gamma Nu received.  In 2010, Gamma Nu was nominated for Most Outstanding Chapter, Most Outstanding Panhellenic Involvement, Most Outstanding Recruitment, Most Outstanding Academic Achievement, and Gracious Living and at the 2010-2012 Biennium convention, Gamma Nu won Most Outstanding Chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma. 
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==Highlights of 2016==
  
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In the fall semester of 2012, 155 new Kappas were welcomed to Gamma Nu and everyone got excited as the renovation of the Kappa house began!  One of our new members’ father passed away and in order to help with her finances, we raised $579.  Kappa also competed in Lambda Chi Alpha’s annual Watermelon Bust where we placed second overall, but first in raising canned food for the Northwest Arkansas Food Bank with 40,000 canned food items.
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This year, Gamma Epsilon had their first formal spring recruitment and informal fall recruitment. This past
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calender year we gained Spring 2016 and Fall 2016, making wonderful additions to our chapter. We
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received an award for parent and alumni engagement in Cathedral Standards of Excellence, as well
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as a Standards award at the Kappa convention. We had several successful sisterhood events; in
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October, we went to Sorgels, the local pumpkin patch, and in December, we had a holiday event
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where we decorated the house for the holidays and decorated cookies.  
  
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The homecoming festivities were full of fun this year. Three Kappas were in the Top 15 for the Homecoming Court and our very own Katie Waldrip was crowned Homecoming Queen! Kappa also won a Sig Ep’s Kickball Tournament and received $1,000 for our philanthropy. We also placed first in the sorority division flag football intramural championship. Our President, Julie Sherrill was chosen as Greek Woman of the Week!  In November, Kappa Acts of Kindness was a blast as we passed out Kool-Aid around campus, and went through different drive thru restaurants and paid of the car behind’s meal.
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We participated in several philanthropy events hosted by other sororities and fraternities; we won Pi Kappa Alpha's wiffleball tournament, which raised money for one of their brothers that was diagnosed with Leukemia. We also placed first in Tri Sigma's Twister event, which raised money for their philanthropy. Our
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chapter has also focused a lot on enhancing our leadership skills. In order to improve on this, one of our upcoming Chapter Council members volunteered to participate in a Greek leadership
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academy, which taught Greek members how to be a supportive member, a strong leader, and handle conflict.
  
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On November 10th, we initiated 154 Kappas! We ended November with Kappa Con Queso where we raised $4,000 for our philanthropy by selling tickets to our Mexican dinner. The year of 2012 was fun and exciting for Gamma Nu and we look forward to this next year! 
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This year, our chapter really focused on trying to become more involved both in our Greek comminuty and on our campus with other non-greek organizations. One way we showed a great deal of support for greek life was by participating in the University of Pittsburgh's annual Pitt Dance Marathon. There, we had seventeen of our sisters raised over one hundred dollars each for Children's Miracle Network by either participating as a dancer (participants who stood and danced for the full sixteen hours) or dreamers (participants who remained active for eight hours). Through this, our sisters spent the day dancing and raising money with other greek organizations in order to raise money for the kids. Gamma Epsilon also wanted to support other clubs outside of the greek community, and one way we achieved this goal was by supporting one of Pitts improvisation clubs,
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Rukus. We collaborated with Rukus in order to support the arts and raise money for the club by sending almost half of our chapter to watch one of their performances and provide them with
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monetary contributions, part of which they donated to us to help support our philanthropy.
  
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The University of Arkansas has been going under a lot of changes this year. As the campus is growing, more buildings for classes and dorm rooms are being built all around.  However, the most exciting thing being built on our campus is the new Kappa house! The renovation of our house started in the summer and is to be completed in August of 2013!  While not having a house presents challenges to the chapter, the girls of Gamma Nu came together and used our resources.  We used buildings around the city of Fayetteville for all of the events we hosted. We are so beyond excited for the new house to be done and we see the progress of it everyday.
 
  
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==Highlights of 2013==
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The year has brought many fabulous events for Gamma Epsilon and they are as follows by each month:
  
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The ladies of the Gamma Nu chapter were thoroughly engaged in Greek life and Registered Student Organizations on the University of Arkansas campus, as well as several community events in the 2013 year. Kappa Kappa Gamma kick started our year off winning the “Pure Charity” campus-wide competition in January. The chapter was awarded $500.00 to donate to any cause listed on the nonprofit’s webpage. Kappas also took part in a walk in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. in partnership with the Associated Student Government.
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January
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World EventsInauguration of President Donald Trump
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Kappa Events: Successful Formal Recruitment, Bid Day (welcomed 39 new members, biggest pledge class yet)
  
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As February came along, members attended a mandatory ritual review in order to brush up on our fraternity history. We held a committee night, where members were placed into new committees for the calendar year. Our new members took part in their New Member Sleepover and had the opportunity to further their bond with one another through various games and activities. On the last day in February, members put on a surprise birthday party for our beloved house mother, Mom Shanks, in appreciation for all that she does for our chapter. March approached, and Kappa took home 3rd place in the annual “Greek Sing” competition put on by the University of Arkansas’ New Greek Council. On the 8th, we held our yearly “Reading is Key” event at Grace Hill Elementary School in Rogers, AR. Every child received 3 brand new books to take home. We held our second committee night of the semester and held a sisterhood function at Pratt Place Barn.
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February
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World Events: Super Bowl between the New England Patriots & the Atlanta Falcons with the Patriots winning, annual Stadium Series Penguins vs. Flyers hockey game with the Pittsburgh Penguins winning
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Kappa Events: BIG MONTH IN THE WORLD OF KAPPA! successful Big/Little Reveal, annual Date Skate, participation in Sigma Chi Wrap-Up philanthropy event, Valentine’s Day bake sale with Delta Chi, Dean’s List Lunch composites, Initiation of all the new members, 2 sisters participated for the Steel City Step Show for the second year in a row
  
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At the end of the month Kappa’s own Julia Gardner, a freshman, represented our chapter in Kappa Delta’s Shamrock Talent Show and won 3rd place. The Kappa Alpha Psi Stroll competition rounded out the month. Kappa’s routine impressed all, and we took home 3rd place. In April, Kappa participated in the Lambda Chi Alpha Pledge Queen contest. Our representative, Morgan Farmer, a freshman, won 1st Runner-Up. The next day Kappa held our Monmouth Formal with Pi Beta Phi. On the 18th of April, Mallori Sando, a sophomore, was crowned “Miss Razorback” at the inaugural Razorback Ball which was organized by Amy May West, a sophomore Kappa for the University of Arkansas’ Associated Student Government.
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March
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World Events: Celebrated St. Patrick’s Day and the beginning of warm weather FINALLY
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Kappa Events: Greek Week, partnered with Pike for this year’s Lunchbox Auction and raised $828
  
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The Order of Omega Awards Ceremony was held the 22nd. Kelly Hudnall, a sophomore, won the award for “Most Outstanding Sophomore”, and Amy May West, a sophomore, won the award for “Model Initiate”, and Brittany Brunson, a freshman won the award for “Most Outstanding Member of New Greek Council”. Kappa Kappa Gamma also won the Gold Level Achievement Award for our chapter’s accomplishments in academics, involvement, risk management, leadership, and philanthropy. Kappa Klassic, our chapter’s signature philanthropy event, was held at Stonebridge Meadows Golf Club on April 27th. We had a record-breaking 140 participants, and raised over $24,000 for Reading is Fundamental. Seniors enjoyed one of their last events as active Kappas at the Senior Picnic on April 28th, and officially became Kappa alumna.  On the last day of the month, the chapter held a fundraiser at Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt benefiting our philanthropy.
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April
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Kappa Events: Senior Recognition Night, Bed Time Story themed Greek Sing with our partners Pi Kappa Phi, AEPi, and ZBT, participated in many panel events such as Delta Zeta’s soccer tournament and Pike’s volleyball tournament, annual PDM, Senior Date Party
  
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As the semester winded down in May, Kappa held our semesterly “Kappa Acts of Kindness” event on campus. Members passed out scantrons and pencils to students on their way to take finals on campus.
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September
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August came quickly, and members were eager to get a look at our brand new chapter house that was finalized over the summer. Fall Recruitment at the University of Arkansas was held August 18th-24th. On Bid Day, August 25th, Gamma Nu welcomed 107 new members into the 2013 pledge class. Shortly after bid day, Kappa’s new members won the Freshman Pep Rally, starting the school year with a bang. In September, Chapter Council members hosted and served a House Warming dinner at our new chapter house for Greek life Chapter Presidents, the Greek Life Office Staff, and council executive members.
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World Events: Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma, heat wave in Pittsburgh
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Kappa Events: Apple Picking, Dog Days (raised $600)
  
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Our 107 new Kappas headed to their first New Member Retreat on September 20th. With such a large pledge class, many of the new members got to become more familiar and begin to bond more with their pledge sisters. September 26th was Bingo Night at the Kappa House. Our sisterhood chairs put on a spectacular sisterhood event that drew in several members for some rousing rounds of Bingo, grandma attire not required. In the month of September, Gamma Nu also held the first Committee Night of the school year. Kappas participated in Lambda Chi Alpha’s Watermelon Bust on September 20th, raising over 34,000 canned foods for Northwest Arkansas food banks, and winning 1st place!
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October
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World Events: Las Vegas Shooting
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Kappa Events: Founder’s Day, Soergels Trip, KD Shamrock Powder Puff, sisters participating in Donut Dash, PMADD, Delta Chi Haunted House
  
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Gamma Nu was busy in October, preparing for the Gamma Nu House Dedication ceremony put on by members of our Renovation Committee and House Board. Over the past 18 months, members, alumnae and supporters have raised nearly $3 million in donations to help fund the effort to complete the $8 million renovation. Hundreds of Gamma Nu Kappas from all walks of life came to celebrate and tour the new chapter house and dedicate it to the many who helped fund the tremendous project. October also saw our “Key Sis” reveal. After weeks of guessing, each new member finally got to find out which older member would be their “Big Sis”. On October 7th, the chapter celebrated Founder’s Day and invited many alumni to join the celebration. The week of October 7th-12th was University of Arkansas Homecoming week. Gamma Nu was thrilled when Maggie Jo Pruitt, a senior, was the 4th Kappa in a row to be crowned Homecoming Queen. October ended with a Kappa win in the Sigma Phi Epsilon Kickball Tournament benefitting Autism Speaks.
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November
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Kappa Events: DIY Box with ATO, Dinner with ADPi, Formal, slate nominations & voting
  
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November came, and the Gamma Nu chapter held a Scholarship Banquet with many faculty members, professors, and campus officials in attendance. On November 9th, Gamma Nu held Initiation for the first time in our new house. Committee Night was held on November 11th, and Freshman were added to comittees. “Kappa Con Queso”, Gamma Nu’s signature philanthropy dinner, was held on November 13th at the chapter house. Kappa had an outstanding turnout and raised $6,851.00 for Reading is Fundamental and our local philanthropy, Washington Elementary School. Kappa won 1st place in the National Pan-Hellenic Council “Unity Step Show” competition in mid November. December came and the University of Arkansas experienced what many students were calling “Snowmageddon 2013”, classes were cancelled for 5 days in a row. Kappas braved the cold and ended up winning 1st place in the University of Arkansas’ soccer intramurals. It was then time for Phi Gamma Delta’s “Carol of the Greeks” where Kappa’s lovely singers earned 1st place for their performance. On December 12th, Kappas relaxed a bit before finals and celebrated “Kappa Kissmas”, our yearly semi-formal, with our sisters and dates. 
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Kappa Events: election of new Executive Board, Leadership Day
  
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2013 was an incredible year for the Gamma Nu chapter at the University of Arkansas. We saw many changes and grew substantially. Our members are excited for the year ahead and cannot wait to see what it entails.
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Awards: Risk Management
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Describe the recent changes on your campus and describe the overall nature of your chapter.
 
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The University of Arkansas’ campus as a whole has been undergoing several of changes this year with the construction of 6 new buildings. The campus saw a 6.7% increase in enrollment during the Spring of 2013, and a 3.2% increase in the Fall of 2013.
 
  
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The most exciting change at the University of Arkansas is undoubtedly the addition of a brand new Kappa Kappa Gamma house. The renovation of the Gamma Nu chapter house was completed in the summer of 2013. Unveiled to members in early August, the Gamma Nu chapter house now boasts 41,000 square feet, plenty of room for our 400+ members to enjoy each other’s company, study, and hold meetings. With a chapter as large as Gamma Nu’s, it is impossible to have every member live in-house, however, the new house allows as many as 90 members to live in. The addition of our new house has allowed our chapter to flourish, we now have a chapter room large enough to host chapter meetings every Monday at our house. Members are able to bond better with one another with a general meeting area that has plenty of space for everyone to come over throughout the week. Exciting things have been happening for the Gamma Nu chapter. Our morale and spirits are very high as we look forward to the intriguing future ahead.
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Special Events: Olympics themed Bid Day Celebration, Date Skate, Senior Date Party, Sapphire Ball, Trip to Soergel's Orchard
  
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Traditions: Dean's List Celebrations, Chapter Dinners, Founder's Day Celebration, Sister of the Week, Smart Cookies, Participation in Greek Sing, Pitt Dance Marathon
  
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==Highlights of 2014==
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Philanthropic Involvement: Lunchbox Auction, Participated in Pitt Make A Difference Day, Kappa Dog Days to benefit Children's Miracle Network, Volunteered at Boys and Girls Club, Sigma Chi Wrap-Up, Derby Days, Support Reading is Fundamental & the Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation
  
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2014 was an incredible year for Gamma Nu! Under the leadership of our president, Kelly Hudnall, and the rest of Chapter Council, plans were made to take the chapter to new heights. We really aimed to improve chapter knowledge of history and ritual, as well as improving member involvement through committee usage. In the month of February, our new members enjoyed playing games, creating dance skits, and getting to know each other better at the New Member Sleepover. We also held our annual Mom's Day brunch, planned special events throughout the weekend for moms and daughters, and our girls competed with KA and Zeta Phi Beta  with a Lion King themed performance in Greek Sing.  
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Campus Events: Our chapter has grown by about 50% as a result of taking 39 new members during Spring '17 Recruitment. We're very excited about the what they will all individually bring to the chapter and the friendships and connections they will make along the way.
  
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In March, Gamma Nu hosted the first annual King of the Kourt 3 on 3 basketball tournament that the men of IFC competed in. This event kicked off the beginning of "Reading is Key" week, in which we raised money for RIF and our local philanthropies with various fundraisers. On Friday, we finished the week with our  annual "Reading is Key" day at Grace Hill Elementary where members dressed up like characters, read stories to classes, and passed out three books to each child. In total in 2014, Gamma Nu donated $12,650 to our local and national philanthropies and shared hundreds of hours in the classroom with children at Washington Elementary School, our local philanthropy partner.
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Also in March, members participated in the annual Sigma Chi Derby Days variety show with a Jungle themed performance, passed out free Keds to students at Washington, and celebrated our academic accomplishments with our Scholarship Banquet. At the Order of Omega awards banquet, Gamma Nu received a number of honors, including: Most Outstanding President (Kelly Hudnall), Most Outstanding Panhellenic Delegate (Ashlyn Cook), Most Outstanding Sophomore (Hannah Birch), and the Award of Excellence Gold Rating. We were thrilled to celebrate these amazing members, as well as our chapter as a whole. The chapter was able to finish out the semester with the highest sorority overall GPA of 3.509, with 118 girls receiving 4.0's. At Kappa Convention that summer, Gamma Nu also had the honor of receiving awards for Most Outstanding Recruitment, Most Outstanding House Board, and Honorable Mention for both Finance and New Member Programming.
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January Events: Successful Formal Recruitment, Bid Day (welcomed 39 new members, biggest pledge class yet)
  
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After a great summer, members returned back to Fayetteville for work week and formal recruitment. Using the theme "Drafting the Best" to motivate us throughout the two weeks, we were able to extend 108 bids, including 48 legacies, to a great group of women. The fall semester is always an exciting time with coke dates, Owl groups, Razorback football games, and Homecoming. This year we were paired with KA and placed 2nd overall in homecoming, as well as had two representatives on court, Amy May West and Amy Moorehead.
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February Events: BIG MONTH IN THE WORLD OF KAPPA! successful Big/Little Reveal, annual Date Skate, participation in Sigma Chi Wrap-Up philanthropy event, Valentine’s Day bake sale with Delta Chi, Dean’s List Lunch composites, Initiation of all the new members, 2 sisters participated for the Steel City Step Show for the second year in a row
  
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Other fall events included: Watermelon Bust with a second place finish, Big/Little Reveal, and our annual Owl-o-ween function with Chi Omega. In November, Kappa competed in the first annual UGC Latin Ballroom dance competition, again with KA, and took home the first place trophy, and held our annual philanthropy dinner, Kappa Con Queso, with a full taco bar created by our fabulous Chef John. After "Granny" made the announcement of the date, our new members were initiated on November 9th and we were excited to officially welcome them into our sisterhood. As Gamma Nu rounded out the Fall semester, we held our semi-formal "Kappa Kissmas" before members began to prepare for finals. We again ended strong in academics with a 3.496 GPA average and a first place finish in sorority average. Overall, we accomplished a lot as a chapter in 2014 and hope to keep striving to do even more in the following years. 
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March Events: Greek Week, partnered with Pike for this year’s Lunchbox Auction and raised $828
  
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The University of Arkansas has been growing exponentially within the last few years, with the student enrollment reaching 26,237 this year. Constant construction on campus has brought about changes to help with the growing pains. Many new academic buildings, auditoriums, and residence halls have recently been built to help accommodate our large student population. Greek life has also been growing by leaps and bounds, with now 27% of undergrads participating in a greek organization. The Gamma Nu chapter alone has over 430 members and we continually monitor and adjust to maintain such a large chapter. Our diverse base of members are known to be very active on campus within their own colleges, in student government, and various student organizations. Arkansas Kappas have a great reputation at the U of A, as well as in the Fayetteville community. We strive to maintain an awesome relationship with our Greek Life staff and other greek councils on campus. We are also especially proud of our large focus on academics and scholarship: Gamma Nu has held either 1st or 2nd place in all-sorority average GPA for the past five semesters.  Overall, Gamma Nu strives to uphold all of the ideals and principles of the Fraternity in all aspects of college life. 
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April Events: Senior Recognition Night, Bed Time Story themed Greek Sing with our partners Pi Kappa Phi, AEPi, and ZBT, participated in many panel events such as Delta Zeta’s soccer tournament and Pike’s volleyball tournament, annual PDM, Senior Date Party
  
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After our recent renovations, Gamma Nu is now able to hold chapter meetings in our new chapter room, comfortably seating all 414 active members. We are very lucky to have the opportunity to hold one meeting while fitting the entire chapter in a single space. 
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September Events: Apple Picking, Dog Days (raised $600)
  
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Gamma Nu has had five different housing locations, but purchased the property for the current location in 1930.  The original house on the property was converted into a 10 bedroom colonial home, housing 18 women. In 1940, the house was enlarged to accommodate 40 members, then later in 1956 a three-story wing addition, including a new kitchen, dining room, and bedrooms, was added to the original structure. This updated house was painted gray, creating the fond nickname "Old Gray", and housed a total of 75 women. In 1964, the chapter had outgrown "Old Gray", and tore down the original structure, except for the 1956 wing. The front of the house was rotated from facing Leverette to facing Maple Street, which is now referred to as "Sorority Row". The traditional 3-story colonial mansion, with white brick and grey accented shutters, was the beloved home of Gamma Nu until 2012.
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October Events: Founder’s Day, Soergels Trip, KD Shamrock Powder Puff, sisters participating in Donut Dash, PMADD, Delta Chi Haunted House
  
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In 2008, the plans began for Gamma Nu's biggest housing project thus far, using the campaign "Our Legacy-Our Future" to raise money from alumni, active members, and their families. The house was closed after the 2012 Spring semester, torn completely down, rebuilt,  and opened back up for the 2013 Fall semester. The $8 million housing renovation created a new 49,000 square foot house for the Arkansas Kappas. The current white bricked, 4-story colonial style mansion was built, complete with three entertainment rooms, a library, an archive room, over ten study rooms, a large chapter room, a wellness center, and art room, and in total houses 92 women and our house mother. The new house is able to provide adequate space for our 400+ members: you can commonly find members studying together in the basement study rooms, practicing for dance competitions in the chapter room, watching the Bachelor in the Orange Couch Room, dining with friends every week at Chicken Finger Friday, and hanging out on the front porch after class. We are truly blessed by our incredible new house and can't wait for new memories and traditions to be made in this new space.
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November Events: DIY Box with ATO, Dinner with ADPi, Formal, slate nominations & voting
  
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While under renovation,  Gamma Nu's created a contracting deal with a new apartment complex to offer a housing alternative for members. Even after the opening of the house, the chapter continued to work with other complexes so that Kappas not living in-house could still live together in a common location. We hope this continues to be a lasting tradition for our members.
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2015 was another outstanding year for Gamma Nu! Under the leadership of our president, Hannah Birch, and the rest of Chapter Council, plans were made to continue to raise the bar of our chapter. This year we continued to work on chapter history and ritual knowledge, improving the accountability of members, and growing relationships with other Greek Councils. We also implemented a new Transfer Team to help our transfer sisters get accustomed to life at the University of Arkansas. In the month of February, our new members enjoyed spending time with their pledge class at the Miss PC ’14 themed sleepover. We also held our annual Mom's Day brunch on February 20th, which included planned special events throughout the weekend for moms and daughters. During this weekend, our girls competed with Fiji and Phi Beta Sigma with a 90’s themed performance in Greek Sing. In March, our sisterhood girls also planned a fun balloon-pop painting event on the lawn, and we celebrated our House Director, Mom Shanks’ birthday with a surprise party in the dining room.
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'''Traditions:''' Dean's List Celebrations, Chapter Dinners, Founder's Day Celebration, Sister of the Week, Smart Cookies, Participation in Greek Sing, Pitt Dance Marathon
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In the spring semester, Gamma Nu also hosted our signature fundraising event called “Reading is Key Week,” a week filled with fundraising events that led up to our greatest day of service – Reading is Key. Our second annual King of the Kourt basketball tournament was a huge success, with over 20 IFC teams participating. A new event for Gamma Nu this year, as part of the new Reading is Key Week, was a philanthropy event called Blading for Books. Gamma Nu’s 2015 Reading is Key event was held in Rogers, Arkansas, at Grace Hill Elementary, a 91% poverty school. The theme for this year’s Reading is Key event was The Reading Railroad. Each of the 91 students were able take 3 books home that were donated by the Kappas, and new for this year, each child also received a CD recording of a Kappa reading the 3 books aloud. The events held during Reading is Key week and throughout the year helped raise $6,500  to benefit Reading is Fundamental, as well as organizations that are associated with RIF. We were also able to sponsor our community partner, Washington Elementary, in the Backpack for Kids program through the Arkansas Rice Depot. Also in March, members came in first place in the annual Sigma Chi Derby Days variety show with an American themed performance, had a fun sisterhood event at the trampoline park, and celebrated our academic accomplishments with our Scholarship Banquet. At the Order of Omega awards banquet, Gamma Nu received a number of honors, including: Academic Excellence Award, the Award of Excellence Gold Rating, and five sisters received scholarships. We were thrilled to celebrate these amazing members, as well as our chapter as a whole. The chapter was able to finish out the semester with the second highest sorority overall GPA of 3.508.
 
  
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After a great summer, members returned back to Fayetteville for work week and formal recruitment. Members also welcomed our new House Director, Margie Slagle, into Gamma Nu. Using a Beyoncé theme, as well as the two goals of positivity and efficiency to motivate us throughout the two weeks, we were able to extend 132 bids, including 38 legacies, to a great group of women. This was also the pilot year of the Brunson Bump System, developed by our recruitment chair, Brittany Brunson, and her software engineer parents. This was a game-changer for Gamma Nu recruitment, and will help improve our matching techniques for years to come. The fall semester is always an exciting time with Fraternity coke dates, Owl groups, Razorback football games, and Homecoming. This year we were paired with Kappa Sigma, Farmhouse, and  Kappa Alpha Psi as we “Called All Hogs Home” throughout homecoming festivities, as well as had four out of the five representatives on court: Haley Birch, Hannah Birch, Morgan Farmer, and Amy James. After "Granny" made the announcement of the date, our new members were initiated on October 11th , and we were excited to officially welcome them into our sisterhood.  Other fall events included: Big/Little Reveal, Dad’s Weekend, our annual Owl-o-ween function with Chi Omega, CFF with Global Greeks, and our philanthropy dinner, Kappa Con Queso.
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'''Philanthropic Involvement:''' Lunchbox Auction, Participated in Pitt Make A Difference Day, Kappa Dog Days to benefit Children's Miracle Network, Volunteered at Boys and Girls Club, Sigma Chi Wrap-Up, Derby Days, Support Reading is Fundamental & the Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation
  
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In November, Gamma Nu hosted its first Girls’ Academy at Owl Creek Elementary School. This event was organized by senior members Sara Bryant and Carly Krieger, and was an absolute success! Our members had a blast mentoring 5th and 6th grade girls with small group led discussions, fun activities, large group meetings, and even a visit and autograph session with Miss Arkansas 2015 Ashton Campbell. Over the weekend, the girls enjoyed choreographing dances, painting nails, and performing a service project around their school as they got to meet other girls in their class. This event was especially close to our hearts because a Gamma Nu Alum is a teacher at Owl Creek, and it was great to hear directly from her how we have impacted the girls at the school! We look forward to mentoring these girls in the years to come and adding Girls’ Academy to our annual philanthropic calendar! Also in 2015, Gamma Nu celebrated 90 years at the University of Arkansas with an Alumni Tailgate held at the chapter house. Alumni and family gathered after the Auburn game for a afternoon filled with great food, live entertainment, a silent auction, and shared stories of fun times as an Arkansas Kappa. Guests and alumni enjoyed flipping through old scrapbooks and many enjoyed seeing the house for the first time since our 2013 renovations.  
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As Gamma Nu rounded out the Fall semester, we held our semi-formal "Kappa Kissmas" before members began to prepare for finals. We again ended strong in academics with a 3.443 GPA average for the Fall 2015 semester and a first place finish in all-sorority average. Overall, we accomplished a lot as a chapter in 2015 and hope to keep striving to do even more in the following years. 
 
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The University of Arkansas continues to grow and expand with 26,754 students enrolled on campus. This year we saw the addition of new buildings on campus, including Champions Hall and the Fred W. Smith Football Center. The University also experienced a change in administration after Chancellor G. David Gearhart retired in July after holding the position for twenty years. Former Chancellor Dr. Dan Ferritor stepped in as interim Chancellor for the Fall 2015 semester.  Along with the University, Greek life has also been growing by leaps and bounds, with now 26% of undergrads participating in a Greek organization. With this growth, the Panhellenic Council has also discussed plans for bringing new chapters to campus and we expect to see the addition of new organizations within the next few years. The Gamma Nu chapter is the largest chapter on campus with over 430 members and we continually adjust to maintain such a large chapter. Our diverse members are known to be very active on campus within their own colleges, in student government, and various student organizations. Arkansas Kappa’s have a great reputation at the U of A, as well as in the Fayetteville community. We strive to maintain a strong relationship with our Greek Life staff and other Greek councils on campus. We continue to hold pride in our large focus on academics and scholarship: Gamma Nu has held either 1st or 2nd place in all-sorority average GPA for the past seven semesters.  Overall, Gamma Nu strives to uphold the ideals and principles of the Fraternity in all aspects of college life.
 
  
 
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Please refer to your chapter archives including chapter meeting minutes and back issues of ''The Key'' to fill in any gaps in the above historical highlights. If your chapter archives are not complete, please research your university library, campus newspaper and yearbook archives for newsworthy information about your chapter. Please double check your work for accuracy. Contact chapter Advisory or House Board members, local Alumnae Association members, or your Province Director of Chapters for assistance.  
 
Please refer to your chapter archives including chapter meeting minutes and back issues of ''The Key'' to fill in any gaps in the above historical highlights. If your chapter archives are not complete, please research your university library, campus newspaper and yearbook archives for newsworthy information about your chapter. Please double check your work for accuracy. Contact chapter Advisory or House Board members, local Alumnae Association members, or your Province Director of Chapters for assistance.  
  
 
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Your efforts will ensure a complete and accurate history of your chapter for future generations to enjoy!

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Gamma Epsilon
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FoundedFebruary 21, 1919 (1919-02-21) (107 years ago)
CollegeUniversity of Pittsburgh
LocationPittsburgh, PA
HomepageGamma Epsilon Homepage
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University of Pittsburgh – founded in 1787 as Pittsburgh Academy on what was then the American frontier. It is one of the oldest continuously chartered institutions of higher education in the United States.


Chapter founded as Gamma Epsilon in 1919


1,717 initiates (as of June 2018)


Charter Members:

Irene Garrison Cramblet, Ruth Brown Crawford, Helena Kathryn Flinn, Thelma Marie Herron, Emma Irene Hopkins, Sarah Hudson, Katherine Ruth Johnson, Mary Alma Barton Johnson, Margaret Davis Loomis, Janet McDonald, Anna Marshall, Vera Leone Neish, Laura Elizabeth Niebaum, Harriet Elizabeth Smith, Elsie May Young.


Fraternity Council Officers:

Helena Flinn Ege, Fraternity Director of Alumnae 1944-1988, Fraternity President 1948-1952; Kelly Matyas Magyarics, Traveling Consultant 1995-1996; Leanne Aurich, Leadership Consultant 2009-2010


Fraternity Loyalty Award Recipients:


Fraternity Alumnae Achievement Award Recipients:


Additional Outstanding Gamma Epsilon Alumnae:

Patricia Nealon (Burt), Graduate Counselor 1970-1972


The University of Pittsburgh was chartered in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy. It became Western University of Pennsylvania in 1819, and in 1908 was named the University of Pittsburgh. The Cathedral of Learning, focal point of the university, is a 42 story building occupying two acres. It contains the famed Commons Room, which is modeled after an English castle great hall, and the nationality classrooms, which are furnished with materials and decorations from the respective countries. The nationalities represented are those to be found in the make-up of the diverse people who built Pittsburgh.

The Early Years (From The History of Kappa Kappa Gamma 1870–1976)[edit]

Gamma Epsilon Chapter received its charter in 1919 and since then has stood continuity and innovative change in fraternity life at the University of Pittsburgh. A Panhellenic first in housing is listed among the innovative changes.

Epsilon Rho Omicron was formed February 22, 1916 with the purpose of petitioning Kappa Kappa Gamma for membership. On February, 1919, this dream came true when Grand President Lydia Voris Kolbe, Akron, conducted installation ceremonies for the fifteen charter members.

Home for Epsilon Rho Omicron had been a room in Carnegie Library, or a member’s house. As Kappas, meetings were held in Heinz House which is a building given by H.J. Heinz as a place of recreation for women of the university. In 1921 Kappas shared their first house at 4633 Center Avenue with the Chi Omegas. Neither could have managed alone. Gamma Epsilon moved into its first home, 272 Bellefield Avenue, on May 13, 1922.

The chapter loved this house but soon knew it needed a larger one, so in 1929 a move was make to 401 Neville Street, next door to the Theta chapter. These were happy years, but as the chapter continued to grow, the desire grew to own a house. The fall of 1938 found the group at 165 North Dithridge Street, a house that was bought later. The move was celebrated with a party for all Greeks on the campus and a visit from Grand President Elizabeth Bogert Schofield, Butler. All the women’s fraternity houses at Pitt were also student houses. There were many commuters and not enough Kappas living on campus to fill the house. Any woman student who was approved by the dean of women could live there. It was not until the 1959-60 school year that the house became all Kappa. By the time the mortgage burning celebration had been held for the house which twenty years before had been described as “the most beautifully decorated woman’s fraternity house on campus” and the future looked promising.

A bitter blow was struck in 1959. The university condemned the third floors of all the women’s houses as unsuitable for occupancy because of fire code violations. This made operation of the houses economically unsound. An so began the story of the building of the present Kappa house at 4401 Bayard Street, which is also the Kappa Alpha Theta house on Bellfield.

The first meeting of the Pittsburgh Kappas and Thetas took place at the suggestion of Executive Secretary Clara O. Pierce, Ohio State, on April 14, 1959. The decision of bother groups was that they did not want to move their chapters into the dormitory suites offered by the university so they chose to build together.

What seemed like hundreds of meetings later, money was raised by a joint Building Fund Committee. A Building Committee met with architects, builders and lawyers and the informal partnership became legal, establishing a Theta-Kappa Board of Management. Selling the Kappa house and tearing down the Theta house enable the cornerstone to be laid in January, 1964. On September 8, 1964, the two chapters moved into “their house.” It marked a Panhellenic first: the housing of two fraternity chapters in one building, financed by monies given by alumnae and actives of the two groups from all over the world.

The Kappa – Theta duplex provides identical, but separate units. Each unit contains a living room, chapter room – dining room, kitchen, ten bedrooms which house twenty girls, a house director’s room and bath, the usual storage rooms, powder rooms and bathrooms. The chapters share a central fire tower which separates one unit from the other, as well as the mechanical rooms, laundry rooms, sunken patio, roof, and driveway. Inside, except for the size, the rooms bear no resemblance to one another, for each group decorates according to its own wishes. From the outside the pink brick building has a “town house” appearance. The house’s rectangular shape and the corner lot enabled the Thetas to retain the old Bellfield address, while the Kappa entrance is on Bayard Street.

Even Dedication Day, October 4, 1964, was a joint Kappa – Theta affair, with each fraternity holding its own service, and then joining with an open house for all fraternity and university friends. Now, more than ten years later Kappas and Thetas continue to live happily in “their house”.

Through the years Gamma Epsilon have striven to maintain a chapter of which the Fraternity could be proud. There are members of Phi Beta Kappa, Mortar Board, Cwens, and many other honorary fraternities. Gamma Epsilon members have word the Homecoming Queen often, have been fraternity sweethearts many times, have been elected Senior Queen, and have served as president of the Women’s Self Government Association, Student Congress and Panhellenic members. Many editors of student publications have been Gamma Epsilons. Pitt’s Hall of Fame lists many Kappas, and each ear it is evident that Kappa keys are worn by student leaders. The chapter has taken first place in Greek Week, Greek Sing, and Homecoming, as well as other events. Gamma Epsilon has won both Fraternity and Beta Province awards for program and scholarship, including the Fraternity Finance Award and the Province Royalty Award.

Visits of Fraternity officers through the years have highlighted chapter meetings. A tea was given in honor of Helena Flinn Ege, Gamma Epsilon’s own charter member and former chapter president, when she became Fraternity president in 1948. Excitement, joy, and pride on such festive occasions were happily recorded.

The shape of the times is evident in the yearly chapter histories. They tell of banquets in the 1920s in the Schenley Hotel and the custom of making toasts. Members sold Fab soap to earn money to wallpaper a room. An influenza epidemic in 1928 forced cancellation of a formal dance. They tell of The Doll Cabaret used during rushing in 1929 when rushees were given French dolls to make and stuff by Kappas. Today owls are made for rushes.

The Kappa sponsored Sychor Club at Penn State, assisted in the installation of Delta Alpha in 1930 and in 1931, agonized over the Panhellenic ruling of “rushing without men.” The Gamma Epsilons purchased a baby grand piano in 1932, installing the first payphone in 1933, and christened it with a bottle of Coke.

The first annual Kappa –Delt reception for faculty took place in 1941. The Kappas sold Defense Bonds in 1942 and worked on benefit committees to earn money for the dean of women’s 12th floor. On its 25th anniversary in February, 1944, Gamma Epsilon helped install Delta Xi Chapter at Carnegie Institute of Technology (renamed Carnegie Mellon University in 1967). Chapter members attended the installation of Delta Phi Chapter at Bucknell University in 1948.

Pitt adjusted to the trimester plan in 1959 and the KKΓs lived in the dormitory suite while their house was being built in 1963. They rejoiced because the chapter limit was raised from 30 to 50 members and watched the demise of women’s self government and the establishment of student government.

Gamma Epsilon hosed Beta Province Convention in 1969 and celebrated Gamma Epsilon’s 50th anniversary at the same time, saying “thank you” to the wonderful alumnae who worked with the chapter as advisers and house board members through the years.

A Kappa was selected as the first Pitt Woman in 1972 and there was pride in the fact that the chapter president of 1969-1970, Patrica Nealon, was chosen to be a graduate counselor. Women students are important in the life of the university today, although it was not until 1895 that Pitt became coeducational. Today women are admitted to every school, and Gamma Epsilon members are currently enrolled in the schools of medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, and law, in addition to those working for undergraduate and other graduate degrees. Today women are members of the faculty, administration, and even Board of Trustees. In 1971 for the first time, a member of the student body was appointed to the University’s Board of Trustees. The student was a woman, a member of Gamma Epsilon. It is the hope of the chapter that it will continue to contribute much to the University of Pittsburgh, and that it will continue to instill into the lives of its members the high standards of Kappa Kappa Gamma.

The previous information was excerpted from The History of Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity, 1870-1976. The information that follows has been gleaned from available resources including Chapter History Reports, chapter meeting minutes, letters and comments from chapter members and alumnae, the Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity Archives, and The Key. Each chapter is expected to update its history record annually.

Highlights of the 1980s:[edit]

Housing: Paid off their mortgage in 1989


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Chapter Convention Awards:


Trends:

After looking through the chapter scrapbooks, it was obvious that the members loved spandex, big hair, and bright colors, specifically neon, and denim. Ronald Regan was elected president in 1980, and the chapter participated by campaigning as a sisterhood together.


Highlights of the 1990s[edit]

In 1991, Gamma Epsilon became more recognized on campus by having four executives on Greek Week committee. High campus involvement continued after a sister was attacked in a campus building. The sisters ensured that campus was a safe place for studying and living with the help of Student Government to institute a shuttle and escort system. Sisters participated with MTV and their campaign “Rock the Vote” to get more students to vote.


Housing:

30-years after the house was built, each room received a facelift and the kitchen was renovated.


Philanthropy:

Every year, the sisters of Gamma Epsilon volunteered at a Halloween party benefiting the Children’s Hospital. They also worked for several years to gain the Cathedral Award through being involved in volunteer activities.


Highlights of 2000-2010[edit]

In remembrance of the one year anniversary of September 11th, sisters attended a ceremony wearing their letters to show chapter support. The chapter continued to show a strong presence on University of Pittburgh’s campus through having a high GPA and in 2010, they were awarded External Relations Award at the Cathedral Awards.

Housing: In 2006, Gamma Epsilon bought the other half of their house and moved in. After an initial struggle of filling the house, the women were excited to have the whole house to themselves. To help in the housing transition, for Founders Day each sister created a quilt square that included chapter memories and inspiring quotes about sisterhood.


Philanthropy: In 2009, Gamma Epsilon continued to hold many philanthropy events including Bowl-a-thon.


Convention Awards: 2002 Risk Management Award 2006 Greatest Scholarship Improvement Honorable Mention 2006 House Board Award 2006 Panhellenic Honorable Mention



Highlights of 2011-2019:[edit]

Highlights of 2012[edit]

In the spring our chapter participated in Greek Sing with Pi Kappa Alpha, although we did not place in the competition. Our chapter did succeed however in winning a week-long philanthropy event in April, Derby Days, which was hosted by Sigma Chi. As a result of this win, our chapter received a trophy in recognition for our efforts and a donation to a charity of our choice. Additionally, we received the Gracious Living Award from Nationals in June, while our Vice President of Standards attended the convention. Also in June, our house underwent renovations that resulted in improved conditions in two dorm quadrants of the building and our study room.

In September, our chapter sponsored a member's mother's artwork exhibit titled "Portraits of Lupus" by raising money through a Lunch Box Auction with members of Delta Tau Delta. Our chapter participated in a second Lunch Box Auction with the fraternity in November. Our chapter also raised money for the charities which we support through our annual Hot Dog Days. This year, we raised more money than we have ever raised in the past. In terms of campus-wide events, our chapter had many members participate in Pitt Make a Difference Day. In terms of nation-wide events, our chapter witnessed the fall 2012 election resulting in the re-election of President Obama.

There have been a variety of changes this year on campus. The first of which was a series of bomb threats targeted at various university buildings. The threats began in February and persisted through April. Members of our chapter were forced to evacuate their classrooms multiple times per week. The threats were both a nuisance but also a legitiate concern to many of our sisters. The person responsible for these threats was eventually identified by the FBI and resulted in an arrest. Students on campus were relieved of the burden of having their belongings searched before entering classrooms when they returned to campus in the fall. Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett came to campus this past spring as well to explain the severe budget cuts that higher education will face (including Pitt). Some positive changes on campus included a new football coach, who coincidentally is one of our newer sister's father. The university is also in the process of building a new dorm building for freshmen that wil be complete this spring.

Highlights of 2014[edit]

Awards: Cathedral Standards of Excellence Risk Management Award

Special Events: Trip to Pittsburgh Zoo, "Welcome to the Sweet Life" Bid Day Celebration, Trip to Soergel's Orchard

Traditions: Dean's List Celebrations, Chapter Dinners, Founder's Day Celebration, Sister of the Week, Smart Cookies (sweets awarded weekly to sisters who have received an outstanding grade or employment/internship), Participation in Greek Sing and Pitt Dance Marathon

Philanthropic Involvement: Lunchbox Auction (fraternities bid for meals prepared by the sisters) and the Kappa Spelling Bee to benefit Reading Is Fundamental, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation; Participated in Pitt Make A Difference Day; Kappa Dog Days (sold hot dogs) to benefit Children's Miracle Network, Volunteer at Boys and Girls Club

Our chapter has grown substantially as a result of taking 33 new members during Fall '14 Recruitment. We're very excited about the diversity, creativity, and leadership experience these girls have brought to our chapter.

The chapter owns a house on Bayard Street which we acquired in full in 2006. Our chapter-owned house is occupied by approx. 35 sisters and a house mom. It is a 3-story building with a study room, TV room, dining room, formal room, and two kitchens. Our cook prepares meals for the sisters who live in on most days of the week.

Historical Badge: This badge is traditionally and currently worn by the chapter president. It once belonged to Olive Phillips, born 4/15/1815 and deceased 4/01/1915. Olive was initiated into the Rho Deuteron Chapter (Ohio Wesleyen) and as an "honorary" member.


Highlights of 2015[edit]

Awards: Cathedral Standards of Excellence Risk Management Award

Special Events: Sapphire Ball, Mardi Gras Bid Day Celebration, Trip to Soergel's Orchard, Alien Invasion Greek Sing Theme, Movie night bonding event with Tri Sigma, Holiday Decorating Party

Traditions: Dean's List Celebrations, Chapter Dinners, Founder's Day Celebration, Supportive Sister of the Week, Smart Cookies (sweets awarded weekly to sisters who have received an outstanding grade or employment/internship), Parent's Brunch

Philanthropic Involvement: Participated in Pitt Dance Marathon and Pitt Make a Difference Day, Lunchbox Auction (fraternities bid for meals prepared by the sisters), hosted Kappa Dog Days (hotdog stand and block party), and volunteered to read to and play with children from the Boys and Girls Club. We support Reading Is Fundamental, Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Children's Miracle Network, and participate in numerous philanthropic events of other organizations.

A huge change that we had to adjust to was deferred recruitment. I order to switch from fall to spring, we had a formal recruitment in the fall for sophomores and ware gearing up for another one in January for freshman. This created a lot of extra work and innovation for our chapter as we had to make many adjustments to our schedule, housing, and budget. Additionally, changes were made to the housing board staff, we gained 10 new members in the fall, and we integrated the GYN system into our chapter to track study hours and maintain an accessible calendar.

Highlights of 2016[edit]

This year, Gamma Epsilon had their first formal spring recruitment and informal fall recruitment. This past calender year we gained Spring 2016 and Fall 2016, making wonderful additions to our chapter. We received an award for parent and alumni engagement in Cathedral Standards of Excellence, as well as a Standards award at the Kappa convention. We had several successful sisterhood events; in October, we went to Sorgels, the local pumpkin patch, and in December, we had a holiday event where we decorated the house for the holidays and decorated cookies.

We participated in several philanthropy events hosted by other sororities and fraternities; we won Pi Kappa Alpha's wiffleball tournament, which raised money for one of their brothers that was diagnosed with Leukemia. We also placed first in Tri Sigma's Twister event, which raised money for their philanthropy. Our chapter has also focused a lot on enhancing our leadership skills. In order to improve on this, one of our upcoming Chapter Council members volunteered to participate in a Greek leadership academy, which taught Greek members how to be a supportive member, a strong leader, and handle conflict.

This year, our chapter really focused on trying to become more involved both in our Greek comminuty and on our campus with other non-greek organizations. One way we showed a great deal of support for greek life was by participating in the University of Pittsburgh's annual Pitt Dance Marathon. There, we had seventeen of our sisters raised over one hundred dollars each for Children's Miracle Network by either participating as a dancer (participants who stood and danced for the full sixteen hours) or dreamers (participants who remained active for eight hours). Through this, our sisters spent the day dancing and raising money with other greek organizations in order to raise money for the kids. Gamma Epsilon also wanted to support other clubs outside of the greek community, and one way we achieved this goal was by supporting one of Pitts improvisation clubs, Rukus. We collaborated with Rukus in order to support the arts and raise money for the club by sending almost half of our chapter to watch one of their performances and provide them with monetary contributions, part of which they donated to us to help support our philanthropy.


Highlights of 2017[edit]

The year has brought many fabulous events for Gamma Epsilon and they are as follows by each month:

January World EventsInauguration of President Donald Trump Kappa Events: Successful Formal Recruitment, Bid Day (welcomed 39 new members, biggest pledge class yet)

February World Events: Super Bowl between the New England Patriots & the Atlanta Falcons with the Patriots winning, annual Stadium Series Penguins vs. Flyers hockey game with the Pittsburgh Penguins winning Kappa Events: BIG MONTH IN THE WORLD OF KAPPA! successful Big/Little Reveal, annual Date Skate, participation in Sigma Chi Wrap-Up philanthropy event, Valentine’s Day bake sale with Delta Chi, Dean’s List Lunch composites, Initiation of all the new members, 2 sisters participated for the Steel City Step Show for the second year in a row

March World Events: Celebrated St. Patrick’s Day and the beginning of warm weather FINALLY Kappa Events: Greek Week, partnered with Pike for this year’s Lunchbox Auction and raised $828

April Kappa Events: Senior Recognition Night, Bed Time Story themed Greek Sing with our partners Pi Kappa Phi, AEPi, and ZBT, participated in many panel events such as Delta Zeta’s soccer tournament and Pike’s volleyball tournament, annual PDM, Senior Date Party

September World Events: Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma, heat wave in Pittsburgh Kappa Events: Apple Picking, Dog Days (raised $600)

October World Events: Las Vegas Shooting Kappa Events: Founder’s Day, Soergels Trip, KD Shamrock Powder Puff, sisters participating in Donut Dash, PMADD, Delta Chi Haunted House

November Kappa Events: DIY Box with ATO, Dinner with ADPi, Formal, slate nominations & voting

December Kappa Events: election of new Executive Board, Leadership Day

Awards: Risk Management

Special Events: Olympics themed Bid Day Celebration, Date Skate, Senior Date Party, Sapphire Ball, Trip to Soergel's Orchard

Traditions: Dean's List Celebrations, Chapter Dinners, Founder's Day Celebration, Sister of the Week, Smart Cookies, Participation in Greek Sing, Pitt Dance Marathon

Philanthropic Involvement: Lunchbox Auction, Participated in Pitt Make A Difference Day, Kappa Dog Days to benefit Children's Miracle Network, Volunteered at Boys and Girls Club, Sigma Chi Wrap-Up, Derby Days, Support Reading is Fundamental & the Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation

Campus Events: Our chapter has grown by about 50% as a result of taking 39 new members during Spring '17 Recruitment. We're very excited about the what they will all individually bring to the chapter and the friendships and connections they will make along the way.

Highlights of 2017[edit]

January Events: Successful Formal Recruitment, Bid Day (welcomed 39 new members, biggest pledge class yet)

February Events: BIG MONTH IN THE WORLD OF KAPPA! successful Big/Little Reveal, annual Date Skate, participation in Sigma Chi Wrap-Up philanthropy event, Valentine’s Day bake sale with Delta Chi, Dean’s List Lunch composites, Initiation of all the new members, 2 sisters participated for the Steel City Step Show for the second year in a row

March Events: Greek Week, partnered with Pike for this year’s Lunchbox Auction and raised $828

April Events: Senior Recognition Night, Bed Time Story themed Greek Sing with our partners Pi Kappa Phi, AEPi, and ZBT, participated in many panel events such as Delta Zeta’s soccer tournament and Pike’s volleyball tournament, annual PDM, Senior Date Party

September Events: Apple Picking, Dog Days (raised $600)

October Events: Founder’s Day, Soergels Trip, KD Shamrock Powder Puff, sisters participating in Donut Dash, PMADD, Delta Chi Haunted House

November Events: DIY Box with ATO, Dinner with ADPi, Formal, slate nominations & voting

December Events: election of new Executive Board, Leadership Day

Awards: Risk Management

Special Events: Olympics themed Bid Day Celebration, Date Skate, Senior Date Party, Sapphire Ball, Trip to Soergel's Orchard

Traditions: Dean's List Celebrations, Chapter Dinners, Founder's Day Celebration, Sister of the Week, Smart Cookies, Participation in Greek Sing, Pitt Dance Marathon

Philanthropic Involvement: Lunchbox Auction, Participated in Pitt Make A Difference Day, Kappa Dog Days to benefit Children's Miracle Network, Volunteered at Boys and Girls Club, Sigma Chi Wrap-Up, Derby Days, Support Reading is Fundamental & the Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation

Campus Events: Our chapter has grown by about 50% as a result of taking 39 new members during Spring '17 Recruitment. We're very excited about the what they will all individually bring to the chapter and the friendships and connections they will make along the way.


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