Wednesday, June 30, 2010
More to come!
Has it really been a month since our last post? We've been very busy with Conference 2010 planning, but don't worry, we're back with much more to share, so look for new information soon!
Monday, May 31, 2010
Did you register?
It's Memorial Day, which means that it's almost June 1, which is the last day you can register for Leadership Conference 2010. Don't miss out on all the fun and excitement in Cleveland this summer - visit phisigmarho.org/conference2010 and register now!
For those of you who won't be able to make it this summer, maybe we'll catch you next year at Convention 2011 in Columbus! :) For those of you who will, see you in Cleveland!
For those of you who won't be able to make it this summer, maybe we'll catch you next year at Convention 2011 in Columbus! :) For those of you who will, see you in Cleveland!
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Guest Blog: Melissa Misko, Case-Omicron Alumna
Here is a guest blog from Melissa Misko, an Alpha class member of the Case Western-Omicron chapter.
Accidentally in Love…with Phi Sigma Rho!
Upon matriculation into Case Western Reserve University in the Fall of
1999, joining a sorority was the last thought on my mind. However, as
I discovered more about Greek Life, and as a female engineer at a
predominantly male university, I was impressed with the strong
friendships and female support provided by sororities. There was only
one problem, none of the available sororities seemed like a good fit.
When an email circulated in Fall 2002 looking for female engineers
interested in starting a chapter of Phi Sigma Rho, I was intrigued.
No, strike that. I was more than intrigued – I was ecstatic.
Finally, I felt like Cinderella – this shoe might fit! I enlisted the
help of my roommate, fellow engineer, and friend, Kathy (Beck) Johnson
and a colony was formed. After months of hard work, we officially
became a chapter on Dec 6, 2003.
Looking back over the last 7+ years, I am eternally grateful for the
amazing women I have met through Phi Sigma Rho. I would not be who I
am, or where I am, without my extraordinary sisters. I have been
supported through a career change from engineer to optometrist,
through a cross country move from Cleveland to Chicago and finally Ft.
Lauderdale. We have celebrated promotions, engagements, and weddings
together. I have been challenged emotionally, intellectually and
physically by these women I call sisters and friends. To sum it all
up (and end my ramblings! :) ), I am reminded of a recruitment t-shirt
we made with the slogan, “Accidentally in love…I never expected to
join a sorority.”
To all my Phi Rho sisters, thank you for your
unconditional love, limitless support, and timeless friendship – PRL
forever, Melissa
Accidentally in Love…with Phi Sigma Rho!
Upon matriculation into Case Western Reserve University in the Fall of
1999, joining a sorority was the last thought on my mind. However, as
I discovered more about Greek Life, and as a female engineer at a
predominantly male university, I was impressed with the strong
friendships and female support provided by sororities. There was only
one problem, none of the available sororities seemed like a good fit.
When an email circulated in Fall 2002 looking for female engineers
interested in starting a chapter of Phi Sigma Rho, I was intrigued.
No, strike that. I was more than intrigued – I was ecstatic.
Finally, I felt like Cinderella – this shoe might fit! I enlisted the
help of my roommate, fellow engineer, and friend, Kathy (Beck) Johnson
and a colony was formed. After months of hard work, we officially
became a chapter on Dec 6, 2003.
Looking back over the last 7+ years, I am eternally grateful for the
amazing women I have met through Phi Sigma Rho. I would not be who I
am, or where I am, without my extraordinary sisters. I have been
supported through a career change from engineer to optometrist,
through a cross country move from Cleveland to Chicago and finally Ft.
Lauderdale. We have celebrated promotions, engagements, and weddings
together. I have been challenged emotionally, intellectually and
physically by these women I call sisters and friends. To sum it all
up (and end my ramblings! :) ), I am reminded of a recruitment t-shirt
we made with the slogan, “Accidentally in love…I never expected to
join a sorority.”
To all my Phi Rho sisters, thank you for your
unconditional love, limitless support, and timeless friendship – PRL
forever, Melissa
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Welcome Youngstown State University Colony!
It is with great excitement that we announce our next colony at Youngstown State University! Induction is being planned for the fall semester - if you are in the Ohio area and would like to attend, look for more information soon! Welcome to the ladies of Youngstown State University Colony!
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Guest Blog: Christa Ferguson, Ohio State-Beta Alumna
We continue our alumnae guest blog series with a note from Christa Ferguson, an Ohio State-Beta alumna.
Thirtysomething SororityGirl Woman
As an undergraduate, I speculated, Alumnae must have an empty life to remain so active w/the sorority....I realize now, as an Alumna, how empty my life would be without it.
Thanks to a very dear friend and sister, who excels at bringing people together, a group of Betas from the late 90's meet annually for a sorority reunion weekend. The weekend usually consists of an event (sightseeing, spa day, activity), lots of catching up, a nice dinner and of course, one night to relive our youth (read: intoxication). Over the years, the trips had varying participants due to money, time, babies, travel, etc but there is one constant and that is trust & integrity. This is the group you can be open and honest with sans judgement. If you are having a challenge in your life, chances are, someone in the group has had or is having the same challenge. During this year's trip, one women noted how easily our sisters from different generations, classes, chapters just seem to "fit in" with us upon arrival. That is a testament to the character of the women of Phi Sigma Rho.
A woman of Phi Sigma Rho, is a woman of intelligence & integrity. She seeks to navigate the challenges of her daily life in the same overachieving manner she tackled her degree with... but doesn't always have the answers to family and work questions like she did to engineering problems. Having other successful, like minded, women to discuss these challenges with, knowing without question they want you to succeed as much as you do, is the kind of support many people (even people who joined those other sororities in college) yearn for. Knowing these women always have my back, through bad boyfriends, stupid career decisions, life's little mishaps, means the world to me. I am closer to some more than others but I know I can call any one of them in a time of need...because they can always call on me.
As I sit here in China (on a business trip), sipping hot water w/flowers floating in it ("tea"), I once again, count these women, whose love I can feel literally halfway around the world, as one of the greatest gifts life has given me. Without them in my life to share my experiences with hard boiled egg facials, chicken foot soup and strange tea - my life would be quite empty.
Much PRL,
Christa :)
Thirtysomething Sorority
As an undergraduate, I speculated, Alumnae must have an empty life to remain so active w/the sorority....I realize now, as an Alumna, how empty my life would be without it.
Thanks to a very dear friend and sister, who excels at bringing people together, a group of Betas from the late 90's meet annually for a sorority reunion weekend. The weekend usually consists of an event (sightseeing, spa day, activity), lots of catching up, a nice dinner and of course, one night to relive our youth (read: intoxication). Over the years, the trips had varying participants due to money, time, babies, travel, etc but there is one constant and that is trust & integrity. This is the group you can be open and honest with sans judgement. If you are having a challenge in your life, chances are, someone in the group has had or is having the same challenge. During this year's trip, one women noted how easily our sisters from different generations, classes, chapters just seem to "fit in" with us upon arrival. That is a testament to the character of the women of Phi Sigma Rho.
A woman of Phi Sigma Rho, is a woman of intelligence & integrity. She seeks to navigate the challenges of her daily life in the same overachieving manner she tackled her degree with... but doesn't always have the answers to family and work questions like she did to engineering problems. Having other successful, like minded, women to discuss these challenges with, knowing without question they want you to succeed as much as you do, is the kind of support many people (even people who joined those other sororities in college) yearn for. Knowing these women always have my back, through bad boyfriends, stupid career decisions, life's little mishaps, means the world to me. I am closer to some more than others but I know I can call any one of them in a time of need...because they can always call on me.
As I sit here in China (on a business trip), sipping hot water w/flowers floating in it ("tea"), I once again, count these women, whose love I can feel literally halfway around the world, as one of the greatest gifts life has given me. Without them in my life to share my experiences with hard boiled egg facials, chicken foot soup and strange tea - my life would be quite empty.
Much PRL,
Christa :)
Saturday, April 24, 2010
One week remaining to save $30 on registration to Leadership Conference!
You should all have heard by now about Leadership Conference 2010 and all of the wonderful reasons why you should attend. I just want to remind you that if you register by May 1 (which is only one week away), you get $30 off of registration, so I'd highly recommend visiting phisigmarho.org/conference2010 to register as soon as possible!
Quick summary:
What: Leadership Conference 2010
When: July 16-18, 2010
Where: Case Western Reserve University
Where: Cleveland, Ohio
How: Visit phisigmarho.org/conference2010 for more information!
Early bird registration ends May 1, and registration closes June 1. Registration includes housing for the weekend, meals, LEAP workshops, social events, a semi-formal banquet and dance, and more! If you have any thoughts or questions, feel free to email Conference2010@phisigmarho.org.
Hope to see you in Cleveland!
P.S. Check out this video highlighting alumnae events at Conference 2010!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?
Quick summary:
What: Leadership Conference 2010
When: July 16-18, 2010
Where: Case Western Reserve University
Where: Cleveland, Ohio
How: Visit phisigmarho.org/conference2010 for more information!
Early bird registration ends May 1, and registration closes June 1. Registration includes housing for the weekend, meals, LEAP workshops, social events, a semi-formal banquet and dance, and more! If you have any thoughts or questions, feel free to email Conference2010@phisigmarho.org.
Hope to see you in Cleveland!
P.S. Check out this video highlighting alumnae events at Conference 2010!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?
Friday, April 23, 2010
Why I Am Excited about Leadership Conference 2010...
If you've seen our Conference 2010 video, you know that I am very excited about National Leadership Conference this summer! As one of the first National Leadership Directors, I was involved in planning the first conference we had in 2006 and I love seeing what our committee members come up with each year! We all have so many wonderful ideas and plans in our vision for what these conferences could be! And I am very excited to see that these visions are growing and continuing to take shape. Each year, the LEAP programming just keeps getting better and we have some wonderful activities for all of our attendees.
Also, this year our committee and chairs are doing a wonderful job taking conference to the next level: providing an alumnae focus! This July we have an entire program focused on alumnae including recent grads, alumnae interested in getting involved nationally, development opportunities, and socials and a health fair for those that want to have fun! And our Foundation will be there to get to know everyone - don't miss out on their hospitality suite!
This year, voting on our Ritual improvements will also be a huge part of Conference! Don't miss this chance to leave a mark on the future of PSR by providing your feedback on the Ritual!
But what I am most excited about is spending another wonderful weekend with my sisters! I cannot wait to see those of you I've met in years past and get to know those who haven't made it before. National meetings are a great way for us to continue to grow our bond of sisterhood and enjoy our time together as we develop our future leaders!
See you in Cleveland!
Nikki Yovanof
National President
12th National Council
Also, this year our committee and chairs are doing a wonderful job taking conference to the next level: providing an alumnae focus! This July we have an entire program focused on alumnae including recent grads, alumnae interested in getting involved nationally, development opportunities, and socials and a health fair for those that want to have fun! And our Foundation will be there to get to know everyone - don't miss out on their hospitality suite!
This year, voting on our Ritual improvements will also be a huge part of Conference! Don't miss this chance to leave a mark on the future of PSR by providing your feedback on the Ritual!
But what I am most excited about is spending another wonderful weekend with my sisters! I cannot wait to see those of you I've met in years past and get to know those who haven't made it before. National meetings are a great way for us to continue to grow our bond of sisterhood and enjoy our time together as we develop our future leaders!
See you in Cleveland!
Nikki Yovanof
National President
12th National Council
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