2015 Hall of Commitment

Our seniors will be inducted into the Hall of Commitment on Sunday, May 3, 2015 at 1pm at the Sigma Chapter house.  After the ceremony, we will have a brunch with alumnae and the collegiates who attend.  Please RSVP to brenda@writeitdown.org if you are able to attend.  This will be our final event of the year--we hope you can join us!

Celebrate Hera Day today!

Today we honor the commitment and dedication of our Founders to the principle of service to others by "shed(ding)the light of love and friendship" to those who are in need.  Whether you are an intentional volunteer at a local shelter, hospital or school, whether you are a grandmother who is babysitting or a co-worker who offers a ride, the service we give to others is uplifting not only for others but also for our own spirits.  Reflect on our Symphony today and carry the light with you whatever services you do!

It is also National Ritual Celebration Week.  http://blog.alphachiomega.org/2011/03/its-national-ritual-celebration-week/  Show your support for Greek life by wearing your badge on March 7--our beautiful Lyre Badge is a symbol of our lifetime commitment to Alpha Chi and the value of Greek life to young people today.

And don't forget the luncheon with the Cedar Rapids alumnae chapter this Saturday, March 7 at 11:30am at the Hotel Kirkwood.  Make it a grand AXO day!  Wear your badge, fellowship with sisters and celebrate Alpha Chi Omega.  Email janeyn76@gmail.com to RSVP.

Remember to save the date for Hall of Commitment with the Sigma seniors on May 3. Stay tuned for more details.

Winter News from IC Alumnae

February 2015:  how did we get this far so fast?  The year has been blurring past, and as this is written, we hope you are warm and snug somewhere.  Whether you are drinking hot chocolate by the fire in Iowa or laying in the sun in your winter location, we hope you celebrate MacDowell month this year by embracing the arts wherever you are.  Take in a performance, spend some time at a local gallery, or cheer on the budding artist in your family.  Our lives are richer and the world is better when we fill it up with the beautiful things art brings to our lives.  Artists come in all different shapes, and sizes and whether its sculpture, music, theatre, or the paper arts of literature and painting, we can "see beauty even in the common things of life" everyday.

Our chapter raised $773.00 for Tiny Hands International this fall, by purchasing beautiful handmade items that support women who have been rescued from human trafficking.  Thank you to everyone who helped support this new philanthropy of our chapter.

We had a great evening of fun and holiday cheer with the women of Sigma Chapter on November 19.  Decorating the tree, and making ornaments was a great way for alumnae and collegians to get to know each other.

To celebrate Hera Day this year, we have been invited to join the Cedar Rapids area chapter for a luncheon on March 7 at the Hotel Kirkwood in CR.  Please plan to attend and RSVP to Jayne Nicholas at janeyn76@gmail.com.  The luncheon starts at 11:30am.

We are also sharing Healthy Relationships Week with Sigma this Wednesday, February 11 from 6:00-8:00pm.  We will be having a booth to make Valentine's Day cards, which the girls can purchase to give to family and friends, or they can make a card to give to someone at DVIP or the Children's Oncology unit at the UIHC.  This event is Wednesday evening.  Contact Sarah Griebahn for more information at 319-621-1777.  Any proceeds will be donated to the Alpha Chi Foundation, as part of our ongoing commitment to support the women of Alpha Chi Omega.

Volunteers needed!  We are looking for volunteers to serve on the Sigma Advisory Board for the upcoming year.  Please contact Elaine McCullough at lainedawg@yahoo.com if you are interested.

And be sure to save the date for our final event of the year--our Hall of Commitment Brunch for the Sigma Seniors will be May 3 at 1pm at the Chapter house.  Hope to see you all there!