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Our chapter chose to support this organization because we felt that the values of this organization aligned closely with those of Kappa Kappa Gamma. We also recognized the need the Hope Lodge had in terms of volunteerism and fundraising, and felt that we could truly make a positive impact in the organization.
==Highlights of 2016==
2016 proved to be one of the most challenging, yet rewarding, years in memorable history. Our chapter and sisters faced a large number internal and external changes and tackled them with grace. EE welcomed an incredible new pledge class at the beginning of 2016. A major goal of the chapter was improving New Member education and integration. Our New Member chairman did a wonderful job of improving areas where we were lacking and welcoming the New Members to the rest of the chapter. Additionally, our chapter met its goal of researching and implementing a new local philanthropy while continuing our commitment to Girls Academy. Our members were as busy as ever - sisters were involved with the presidential and local elections, community service, varsity athletics, dance companies, singing groups, student government, residence life, and more.
Our campus has been an increasingly positive force in social justice issues. Students at Emory are passionate about providing equality across campus and Kappas are at the forefront of these efforts. From supporting the rights of undocumented students to leading campus-wide silent protests, Epsilon Epsilon sisters are catalysts for change. We couldn't be prouder of our progress this year and can't wait to see what 2017 has in store.
'''Philanthropy'''
Epsilon Epsilon celebrated an exciting philanthropy milestone in 2016 - in the Fall we hosted our 25th Chill and Grill philanthropy event in collaboration with other Greek organizations. The event is one of the highlights of our year and lasts several days with the proceeds of the event benefitting Reading is Fundamental. Our chapter has long been associated with Emory’s Hope Lodge - a free housing facility for families of cancer patients. Because of the timing of volunteer events, our chapter chose to adopt a new local philanthropy. The philanthropy chairman presented a variety of options to the chapter and Our House was decided upon. Our House is a local shelter that provides for homeless families and newborns. The vulnerable populations the shelter serves and the opportunity for hands-on involvement made it attractive for our chapter. EE members take weekly service trips to the shelter and have had a wonderful experience thus far.
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