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==2012==
In 2012, the Beta Omega chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma at the University of Oregon found itself surrounded by tremendous success and the drive to overcome challenges. Our chapter continues to have one of the highest member retention rates throughout all of Fraternity and Sorority Life and remains a top choice for potential new members during Formal Recruitment.
Kappa Dodgeball, our philanthropy event which is held each Winter Term, brought out over 50 teams and raised a tremendous amount of money which was donated to Early Childhood (EC) Cares of Eugene (a non-profit which serves special education children and their families). Additionally, Beta Omega enjoys supporting our fellow Fraternity and Sorority Life houses in their various philanthropic events. KKG placed 2nd at Sigma Chi's Derby Days competition and 1st at Chi Omega and Kappa Sigma's "Chi-Olympics".
Our Winter Formal "Sapphire Ball" held at the Country Inn in Eugene was a beautiful and classy event which was enjoyed by all. Barn Dance and Spring Fling were held Spring Term and brought out some of the most creative and fun costumes!
Formal Fall Recruitment once again proved successful for Beta Omega. We maintained some of the highest retention rates between all Sororities and came away with an amazing 2012 New Member Class. Our "New Bid on the Block" Bid Day theme, complete with a DJ, bouncy castle, snacks, and photo booth, was a perfect way to celebrate all of our hard work during Recruitment.
Beta Omega holds many "class" nights where members of various New Member Classes interact with one another and engage in fun activities such as pumpkin carving and roller skating. During our 2012 Initiation Week, our New Members enjoyed bonding activities around campus and the house. Our annual Capture the Flag tournament, junk food and movie night, and Blue and Blue dinner add up for a special and memorable time for our 56 newly initiated members.
Beta Omega planned to improve our academics, as we have ranked lower in grades in recent terms than we have grown to expect as a chapter. We worked to strengthen our Academic Excellence committee and the standards we set for one another. Additionally, our chapter worked to gain stronger bonds between the various Fraternities and Sororities at the University of Oregon. We planned on becoming more involved in philanthropic and social events throughout the year.
Overall, 2012 was a year of growth and sisterhood beyond compare. Beta Omega continues to impress its members, alumni, and community by being an example of what it truly means to be a Sorority Woman.
Fraternity and Sorority Life at the University of Oregon is continually growing and bettering themselves and the Oregon community by looking to include new chapters and provide opportunities for inter-Greek relations. The Greek community is not a prominent group compared to the entire campus population, but we are consistently working to present ourselves with positivity and acceptance for all. We are a community of proud Oregon Ducks and love to show our school spirit any chance we get.
Beta Omega continues to set the standard for sisterhood and stability within Fraternity and Sorority Life, while being a shining example of the best aspects of "Going Greek". Kappa Kappa Gamma aims to be a house with members who extend their friendship and a helping hand to the community, Greek or not, expanding beyond the University of Oregon campus.