  To learn more about each role of Panhellenic Executive Board, this week we will be highlighting each of the women who have served on executive board for the 2018-2019 term.
Today we will be featuring Rachel Strength, Vice President of Finances. What was your previous involvement in Panhellenic? Before serving on Panhellenic, I served on my chapter's executive board as Treasurer. Having that knowledge from working with my chapter has definitely helped me in my Panhellenic role! Why did you apply for Panhellenic Exec? I applied for Panhellenic Exec in order to further serve the Panhellenic community outside my chapter. I've had a great time getting to know so many fantastic Panhellenic women on our campus! How would you describe the time commitment for your position? Each week is a little different depending on what is happening within council. On an average week, I probably spend around 10-12 hours working for Panhellenic between Exec meetings, council, and generally working in the office. What do the day-to-day responsibilities look like for this position? I work on a regular basis with Panhellenic exec members, cabinet, and Greek Life staff in order to make sure Panhellenic is meeting its financial responsibilities. Some of these tasks include creating and updating the annual budget, keeping track of invoices and reimbursements, and working with vendors. Describe yourself in 3 words Loyal, Sarcastic, Responsible What has been your favorite part of being on exec this year? My favorite part of exec this year has definitely been the relationships I've formed with my exec team. These ladies push me to be my best and I can't imagine serving on exec without them! Thank you for your commitment to Panhellenic, Rachel!
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 In honor of 90 years of Panhellenic on Auburn University’s campus, each week Panhellenic will be spotlighting one chapter of our 18 sororities.
This week we will be featuring the Alpha Mu chapter of Phi Mu. The official symbols of Phi Mu is the quatrefoil and their colors are Rose and White. Their motto is “"Les Soeurs Fideles" or "The Faithful Sisters.” Their mascot is the lion and their flower is the rose carnation. Phi Mu was chartered on Auburn’s campus in 1943. Phi Mu hosts multiple philanthropy events every year in the fall and spring semesters in addition to benefit nights. One philanthropy event Phi Mu hosts is Bonnamu, a crawfish boil to raise money for Children's Miracle Network Hospital. On Valentine’s Day each year, Phi Mu sells carnations on the concourse to help raise money for CMNH. Phi Mu hosts a baby supply drive benefiting Piedmont Columbus Regional Children's Hospital and hospital visits each semester. Phi Mu has received several national awards including: Financial Honor Roll 2018, Chapter Total Award 2018, Formal Recruitment Quota Award 2018, Academic Honor Roll 2018 and the The Ideal Sister Award: in recognition of outstanding dedication to the Phi Mu Fraternity in 1989,1993,1994,1990,1991,1995 and 1996. The Sisterhood Award, awarded to members in our chapter that exemplify outstanding sisterhood and dedication to the Phi Mu Fraternity: Sandra Arnett, 1990; Lori King, 1994; Katy Law, 1998; Shelly Jarosz, 1991; Jenny Alms, 1995 and Beth Howes, 1999. The Kim Flyod Campus Involvement Award in 1989,1993,1990,1994, 1998, 1991,1995, 1999,1992 and 1996. Honorable Mention for Social Service/ Philanthropy in 1992; Sigma Chi Derby Day Champions in 2001, 2004, 1965; Outstanding Collegiate Website Award in 2006 and the Philomathean Society in 2014. Auburn University’s Student Government Association presented the Phi Mu chapter the Spirit Point Program, 3rd place, 1999-2000. Phi Mu was the sorority that raised the most money at Auburn University Dance Marathon 2019. Phi Mu was colonized as the Alpha Mu chapter at Auburn University in 1943. Ever since then, the Alpha Mu chapter has grown to be a strong influence at Auburn.   In honor of 90 years of Panhellenic on Auburn University’s campus, each week Panhellenic will be spotlighting one chapter of our 18 sororities.
This week we will be featuring Zeta Tau Alpha. The official symbols of Zeta Tau Alpha is the crown and their colors are turquoise blue and steel grey. Their motto is “Seek the Noblest.” Zeta Tau Alpha was chartered on Auburn’s campus in 1951. Zeta Tau Alpha hosts multiple philanthropy events every year in the fall and spring semesters. Gamma Rho's largest philanthropy event is Big Man on Campus, an all male beauty pageant in which each contestant represents another sorority. In the fall, Zeta Tau Alpha hosts Cookout for a Cure with music and food outside of the Zeta Tau Alpha Chapter Room. In October, members participate in the pink ribbon pass-out in which members of Gamma Rho stand on the concourse and pass out pink ribbons to raise awareness for breast cancer. In the winter and spring, the members of Gamma Rho attend a variety of Auburn athletic events and pass out pink ribbons in order to raise awareness for breast cancer. Zeta Tau Alpha have received several national awards including: 1980 ZTA Convention, Silver National Council Special Recognition Award for Outstanding Activities; 1996 ZTA Convention, Martha C. Edens New Chapter Award; and the 2006 ZTA Convention, Becky Hainsworth Kirwan Chapter Improvement Award. Other Zeta Tau Alpha Awards include the Crown Chapter, for excellence in all areas of chapter membership, finances & operations. Gamma Rho earned this in 1986, 1995-1999 and 2002-2018. Financial Excellence, for overall excellence in chapter finances in 1986, 1987, 1996, 1997, 2000, 2003, 2006, 2008 and 2017. Scholastic Achievement awarded in 2006, 2008, 2010 and 2018. Highly Commendable GPA given in 2006. 8 alumnae of Gamma Rho have earned the Honor Ring of ZTA, the highest award in the Fraternity. As of March 2016, there are currently five Gamma Rho alumnae serving as Zeta Tau Alpha National Officers in various parts of the country. Zeta Tau Alpha Gamma Rho does a survivor spotlight weekly in which a sister nominates someone close to her that has been affected by breast cancer.  In honor of 90 years of Panhellenic on Auburn University’s campus, each week Panhellenic will be spotlighting one chapter of our 18 sororities.
This week we will be featuring Kappa Delta. The official symbol of Sigma Kappa is the Nautilus Shell and their mascot is the Teddy Bear. Kappa Delta’s colors are olive green and pearl white. Their motto is "Let us strive for that which is honorable, beautiful, and highest." Kappa Delta was the first sorority chartered on Auburn’s campus in 1922. Kappa Delta hosts multiple philanthropy events every year in the fall and spring semesters. Their largest philanthropy event is our annual Shamrock 5K! 80 percent of our proceeds go directly to our local charity, Special Deliveries of Lee County, and the remaining proceeds go to our national philanthropy, Prevent Child Abuse America. Throughout the year we also host multiple Girl Scouts events. The Girls Scouts of America is Kappa Delta's other national philanthropy. Another favorite Girl Scout event takes place in the Spring, where Kappa Delta’s take local troops from Auburn/Opelika to an Auburn Women's Basketball game! The Sigma Lambda chapter of Kappa Delta has received over 27 Merit Awards. Their head CAB Advisor, Monteigne Mathison, has received the Order of the Pearl and the Order of the Emerald. National Kappa Delta presents these awards to individuals who have made extraordinary contributions. Most recently in 2017, Sigma Lambda received the CAB Award of Excellence as well as Merit Chapter.   In honor of 90 years of Panhellenic on Auburn University’s campus, each week Panhellenic will be spotlighting one chapter of our 18 sororities.
This week we will be featuring Sigma Kappa. The official symbol of Sigma Kappa is the the dove, their colors are maroon and lavender and their motto is “One heart, one way”. Sigma Kappa was chartered on Auburn’s campus in February of 1989. The Theta Xi chapter of Sigma Kappa hosts multiple philanthropy events every year in the fall and spring semesters. Sigma Kappa hosts a walk to end Alzheimer and Sigma Hold ‘Em Poker tournament. |
