Zeta Alpha
| Zeta Alpha | |
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| ZA | |
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| Founded | February 16, 1980 |
| College | Babson College |
| Location | Babson Park, MA |
| Homepage | Zeta Alpha Homepage |
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Involvement at Babson College
Established at Babson College in 1980, the Zeta Alpha Chapter pride themselves on their leadership skills, academic focus, philanthropic spirit, and sisterly bonds.
More than half the chapter is not only involved in another organization on campus, but is also an established leader in that organization (ie. President). Zeta Alpha encourages its chapter to be well rounded, multifaceted, and a strong part of the Babson community. Some examples of organizations the chapter is involved in are Babson's Dance Ensemble, AMAN (South Asian student Association), Babson Investment Banking Association, Babson Exchange Ambassadors, Peer Mentors, Foundations of Management and Entrepreneurship Mentors, Babson College Admissions Panel, Women's Varsity Swimming, Babson Cheerleading, Babson Co-ed Volleyball Club, Luxury Fashion Association, Japan International Circle, Hillel, Student Government Association, Babson Asian Pacific Student Association, as well as the prestigious Weissman, Presidential, and Women's Leadership Scholarship Programs.
Highlights of 2011
One of the biggest accomplishments of the Chapter was to win the Chapter Of The Year for the third consecutive year. Other awards achieved by ZA included Excellence in Risk Management (2010-2011), Excellence in Academics (2010-2011) , and Three Stars of Excellence (2010-2011). In terms of community service, there were many opportunities offered in the Chapter. The traditional semiannual Nat-Yo-Average Nacho Bar and annual Kappa Fashion show were successfully executed. In March, Kappas helped Best Buddies to Setup for their event. In addition, throughout the year, "Kappa Klean Up" was held almost every Sunday. The Chapter was present in many of Babson's Panhellenic Council events, including the Crush Party (which has been going on for three years now) and Professor Ice Cream (Spring) and Cider (Fall). In terms of Academics, the Semi-Annual Professors Tea was successfully held this year. On October 5th, sixteen new members were initiated as sisters. It has definitely been a successful year for Zeta Alpha.
Campus: Throughout the year, there were no major changes on campus. The programs and classes were consistent with previous year, and for the 15th year, Babson was ranked number 1 in Entrepreneurship. One of the biggest changes that definitely affected the Chapter was a decision made by Panhell. In the Fall, it was established that every sorority on campus had to have a total amount of 60 members.
Chapter: Since Zeta Alpha had a total of 53 active sisters, it was decided in the Fall that during Spring 2012, a COB event would occur so that seven more girls would be given bids in order to meet Panhellenic requirements.
Two of the major challenges encountered in the Chapter were unity within Zeta Alpha and accountability (attendance). In order to improve unity, one of the biggest focuses was to reform the tower lounge so that it would be more inviting for hanging out. In addition, there were movie nights and homework sessions created. A meal with a different sister(s) every week was also encouraged. As for accountability, the Standards Committee made sure to express consequences if needed in order to imply seriousness. There were also awards distributed by the Secretary at the end of the year to girls with perfect attendance.
Highlights of 2012
In fall 2012, Zeta Alpha chapter received the most new members of any of the Greek organizations on Babson campus, with a total of 30 girls. Our chapter also had several philanthropic successes. One of our greatest acheivements was the Annual Kappa Fashion Show. This philanthropy event raised over $1,000 for Dress for Success, which raises money for women who cannot afford business clothes.
Zeta Alpha also participated in a Founders' Day celebration at Harvard University on October 13th, which allowed us to celebrate Kappa history, learn more about its tradition, connect with nearby chapters, and meet alumni.
Our chapter also received an award from Babson College in Spring 2012 for our weekly "Kappa Kleanups," where sisters clean up our campus on Sunday mornings. Moreover, our chapter actively participates in Panhellenic events on campus, such as "Jail & Bail," which raised money for Rosie's Place, a local homeless shelter for women. Finally, we held our semi-annual Professors' Tea, where sisters could interact with professors outside of the classroom. These philanthropy events, campus involvements, and acheivement awards have made for a successful year for Zeta Alpha.
Throughout the year, there were few major changes on campus. The programs and classes were generally consistent with previous years, and for the 15th year, Babson College was ranked number 1 in Entrepreneurship. One of the biggest changes that affected the Chapter was a decision made by Panhellenic Council. In the Fall, it was established that every sorority on campus must have a total of 69 members. This meant that the Fall Recruitment process was more intensive, and required that a larger number of bids than usual be given out to potential new members. The effect on our Chapter was that Kappa received 30 total new members.
Highlights of 2013
At the start of 2013, Zeta Alpha hosted Kappasta, a 24-hour pasta bar event to benefit the Kappa Foundation. We also visited a regional early education site for a RIF event in which we read to children, provided them with many books, face painted, and had dessert cups. This afternoon spent at the Baldwin School proved to be very rewarding and fun for all of our sisters. As a chapter we participated in Greek Week, and we finished second in the overall contest. Our chapter was also awarded the Outstanding Greek Service Award at the Babson College all Greek forum following Greek Week.
Following Greek Week, we held a philanthropic event with the men of Delta Tau Delta known as “Delt Derby,” where turtles raced and barbecue food was provided. This new event was something our chapter was very proud of, especially since we were able to cooperate with another fraternity on campus. A few weeks later, our spring semester came to a close. Upon return in the fall this year, we hosted Kappa Kupcakes, to benefit the First Descents charity; we had a cupcake bar as well as several other desserts and coffee/tea. Our fall semester all of our sisters were very committed to academics and sisterhood, and we were able to strengthen our bonds in these avenues. We also prepared for spring recruitment 2014, in which we received 24 wonderful new members.
Recent changes on our campus include our campus having access to a hired Greek Leadership consultant; this has proved to very beneficial to our New Member chairman, as she has access to another advisor on campus. We also just finished a very successful recruitment this past week, in which we received 24 new members, all of which we are very thrilled to have received.
