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CONVENTIONJune 26 – 29, 2014 | Atlanta, Georgia

Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead

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WELCOME TO CONVENTION!

Sisters and Friends of Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority,

We’ve been waiting for this moment… the moment when we realize and celebrate our potential as an Exceptional Sisterhood – as a powerful and empowering worldwide organization of women based on fundamental values and meaningful actions that lead to our success.

National Convention is an opportunity for all members to participate in healthy discussions and educational sessions about our Sisterhood and its programs. It is a time for official representatives from our collegiate and alumnae chapters to make key decisions that govern Alpha Sigma Tau during our legislative process and select the elected leaders. But most importantly, it is a time to celebrate who we are, all that we have accomplished, and keep moving forward.

Your schedule will be full! You will laugh – a lot. You will meet new sisters and visit with sisters you have known for years. You will be moved as we celebrate the lives of sisters who have entered The Eternal Chapter. You will celebrate the success of individuals, chapters, associations, and our united Sisterhood. You will take many photos and post and tweet them out to every sister you know. You’ll eat well. You will learn how we legislate change to our governing documents. You will get to know candidates for the 2014-2016 National Council. You might even workout in the gym or swim laps in the pool. You will have a deeper meaning of what it is to be part of Alpha Sigma Tau. You will know how exceptional we really are. Your heart will commit you to attend future Conventions.

But there are two things you won’t get to do: sleep a lot and forget how special this amazing organization of values-based women is to your life.

On behalf of the National Council, Headquarters team, volunteer leaders, vendors, and friends of Alpha Sigma Tau, I want to welcome you to the 40th National Convention at the Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead. Thank you for participating in this pivotal event for our Sisterhood!

Expect more than others think possible,

Christina CovingtonNational President

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome to Convention 2Table of Contents 3Mission, Vision, Values 6Participant Conduct Agreement for National Events 7Sorority Songs 8Devotions 9Chapter Directory 10Schedule at a Glance 14Standing Rules of Convention 16Basic Parliamentary Procedure 18Frequently Used Motions 21Nominations Committee: Nomination and Election 22Thursday, June 26 24 General Session I Agenda 25Governing Documents Committee Report 26Nominations Committee Report 32National Foundation Information 33Friday, June 27 34 General Session II Agenda 36 General Session III Agenda 37 In Memoriam 38Saturday, June 28 40 Educational Programs 41Sunday, June 29 48Meet Our Speakers 50Convention Top Tau 542014 Top Tau Recipents 56Who’s Who 59Special Thanks 60Past Convention Locations 61Hotel Information 64Nearby Dining 67

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MISSIONTo foster intellectual, cultural, ethical, and social developmentTo instill a commitment to lifelong leadershipTo develop women who enrich the lives of othersTo promote an environment of shared understanding and respect for values, expectations and goalsTo sustain relationships that transcend the collegiate experience

VISIONBeauty of Spirit. Fulfillment of Self. Exceptional Sisterhood.

VALUESINTELLECT The pursuit and cultivation of knowledge, wisdom, truth, and culture.

EXCELLENCE Always seeking to perform at the highest level; having a disdain for mediocrity; creating and taking advantage of opportunities to excel.

GRACIOUSNESS Creating an environment of pleasantness and embodying kindness, generosity of spirit, charm, tact, courtesy, and authenticity in all we do.

RESPECT The highest level of esteem for the worth of ourselves, our sisters, our peers, our community, our history, our future, and our values.

CONNECTIONS Building and maintaining meaningful, sincere, and lasting relationships with our members, our alma mater, and our community.

OPEN MOTTOActive. Self-reliant. Trustworthy.

MISSION, VISION, VALUES

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PARTICIPANT CONDUCT AGREEMENT FOR NATIONAL EVENTS

Substance Free Expectation Convention is a drug-free educational program and environment. No participant may bring or consume/use illegal drugs during this event. There are no exceptions. Violation of this policy results in expulsion from the Convention at one’s own expense and likely membership Probation. Refunds

No refunds will be granted for Convention. This includes cancellations before Convention occurs, illness, and travel. There are no exceptions.

I understand that: 1. I will uphold the ideals and standards of the Sorority. 2. I will participate in all Convention activities of which I am physically able. 3. As a hotel guest, I will adhere to hotel regulations and Sorority policies. 4. I will not possess, purchase or consume illegal drugs while visiting the hotel. 5. I will notify Headquarters Staff if I have a need to leave Convention for any reason. 6. I am responsible for transporting myself and any supplies/materials to and from the hotel. 7. I will be responsible for payment of any damages to the hotel. 8. I understand that should I behave in a manner that is not representative of Alpha Sigma Tau or violate any hotel or Sorority policies, I will be asked to immediately leave the program at my own expenses and additional action will be taken by the National Council and/or my chapter regarding my behavior.

Photo Release: As a Convention participant, I understand that videos and photographs may be taken. By agreeing to these conditions, I give Alpha Sigma Tau the absolute right and permission to use my photograph in promotional materials and funding efforts. I understand that the photograph(s) may be used in a publication, print ad, direct-mail piece, electronic media or other form of promotion. I release the Sorority, the photographer and any designee from the liability for any violation of any personal or proprietary right I may have in connection with such use.

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Blest be the tie that bindsOur hearts in worldwide love;The fellowship of kindred mindsIs like to that above.

BLEST BE THE TIE THAT BINDS

Lyrics by Doris Coates, Zeta Tau

Music by Sarah Pollock Perrine, Alpha

Dear Lord, of all mankind,Bless to us this humble food.Grant that each Alpha Sigma Tau,May in thy rich graces grow.

GRACE BEFORE MEALS

Words by Edna McElver Lefler, Alpha

Life’s gray shadows may creep o’er us,Sad our hearts and old,But with thee our fond tho’t lingers,Emerald and gold!Dear old Alpha Sigma Tau,Glory be to thee,May we ever live to honorThy dear memory. Tho’ our lot be high or lowly,Be it weal or woe,Bound by ties that naught can sever,We will onward go!Dear old Alpha Sigma Tau,Tho’ we’re far from thee,Still our hearts beat warm and true toThy dear memory.

FRATERNITY HYMN

SORORITY SONGS

RIBBONS OF ALPHA SIGMA TAUWords and music by Sarah Pollock Perrine, Alpha

You (we) are wearing the ribbons emerald and goldColors of Alpha Sigma TauYou will love them forever emerald and goldBright and shining ever true

As the days go byYou (we) will always beProud to wear the colors for the world to see

You (we) are wearing the ribbons emerald and goldColors of an Alpha Sigma Tau.

OURSELVESWords and Music by Ruth E. Conn, Zeta

We have our gold and em’rald colors and our shield for sheer success.Our jewel is the pearl,With its bond of friendlinessThe yellow rose it is our flower.We shall never fall.We shall always honor our dear old Alpha Sigma Tau.

IN THE CANDLELIGHTWords and Music by Virginia Rowley Cooper, Alpha

In the candle glow we all stand together,In a ring of golden lightAnd our hearts are full as we pledge againThe vow we all renew.Tho’ the years go by in our memoriesBut one flame will burn ever bright.It’s the friendship born in the candlelightAs we sing of Alpha Sigma Tau.

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DEVOTIONS

THE SORORITY CREEDAs a member of Alpha Sigma Tau,I believe in the permanence and loveliness of its ideals.I believe in the values of friendship and fidelity to purpose.I believe in the fulfillment of self and will strive to contribute my share to the progress of mankind.I believe in cultivating beauty of spirit and graciousness of living in all my contacts with others.I believe that faithfulness to these ideals will help me to live joyously and valiantly.

PRAYER FOR SORORITY MEETINGSOur Heavenly Father, we thank thee for the privilege of meeting here as a group of sisters. We are grateful for all our temporal blessings but especially do we thank thee for friends and for these sisters who are more than friends. May the lives of all with whom we come in contact be a little happier and richer because of us. Help us to grow in grace and worthiness in thy sight. Let our hearts be freed from all malice and pettiness and filled with loving kindness. Grant that we may have a spirit of loyal friendship within our group and give us the strength to practice the ideals of Alpha Sigma Tau in our daily lives. Amen.

PHILIPPIANS IV, 8Whatsoever things are true;Whatsoever things are honest;Whatsoever things are just;Whatsoever things are pure;Whatsoever things are lovely;Whatsoever things are of good report;If there be any virtue and if there be any praise;Think on these things.

I PETER III, 8-11Let us all be like-minded, compassionate, loving as sisters, tender-hearted, humble-minded; not rendering evil for evil, but contrariwise blessing. For he that would love life and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile; let him turn away from evil and do good; let him seek peace and pursue it.FOOT-PATH TO PEACE

To be glad of life because it gives you the chance to love and to work and to play and to look up at the stars – to be satisfied with your possessions but not content with yourself until you have made the best of them – to despise nothing in the world except falsehood and meanness, and to fear nothing except cowardice – to be governed by your admirations rather than by your disgusts – to covet nothing that is your neighbor’s except his kindness of heart and gentleness of manners – to think seldom of your enemies, often of your friends, and everyday of Christ; and to spend as much time as you can, with body and with spirit, in God’s out-of-doors – these are little guideposts on the foot-path to peace.

GRACE AT MEALTIMEHeavenly Father, we humbly bow our heads in thank-fulness for all our blessings. We are grateful for this food and the privilege of meeting together. We pray that Alpha Sigma Tau may always be worthy of Thy continual abundant love. Amen.

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CHAPTER DIRECTORY

Alpha Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI 1899Beta Central Michigan University Mt. Pleasant, MI 1905Gamma* University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI 1909Delta Indiana University of Pennsylvania Indiana, PA 1916Epsilon (Lambda)* Temple University Philadelphia, PA 1919Zeta Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania Lock Haven, PA 1921Eta* Kent State University Kent, OH 1927Theta* Wayne State University Detroit, MI 1923Iota Emporia State University Emporia, KS 1923Kappa* Miami University Oxford, OH 1924Nu* University of Northern Colorado Greeley, CO 1928Xi* Western State College Gunnison, CO 1929Omicron Concord University Athens, WV 1930Pi* Harris-Stowe State University St. Louis, MO 1930Rho Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK 1932Sigma SUNY Buffalo State Buffalo, NY 1925Zeta Tau Longwood University Farmville, VA 1935Upsilon University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR 1935Phi Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond, LA 1940Chi Shepherd University Shepherdstown, WV 1940Psi James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA 1944Omega* Minot State University Minot, ND 1945Alpha Alpha* Ball State University Muncie, IN 1945Alpha Beta* Marshall University Huntington, WV 1946Alpha Gamma Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR 1946Alpha Delta* Missouri State University Springfield, MO 1948Alpha Epsilon Western Illinois University Macomb, IL 1948Alpha Zeta* SUNY Queens College Flushing, NY 1958Alpha Eta* Alma College Alma, MI 1959Alpha Theta* University of Detroit Detroit, MI 1959Alpha Iota* Syracuse University Syracuse, NY 1960Alpha Kappa* Marietta College Marietta, OH 1961Alpha Lambda Radford University Radford, VA 1953Alpha Mu* University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello, AR 1962Alpha Nu* Central Missouri State University Warrensburg, MO 1962

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Alpha Xi Mansfield University of Pennsylvania Mansfield, PA 1965Alpha Omicron Clarion University of Pennsylvania Clarion, PA 1966Alpha Pi Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock, PA 1966Alpha Rho* Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH 1968Alpha Sigma* Truman State University Kirksville, MO 1968Alpha Tau Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Edinboro, PA 1969Alpha Upsilon* Bryant College Providence, RI 1969Alpha Phi West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester, PA 1969Alpha Chi* Northeastern University Boston, MA 1969Alpha Psi* University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA 1969Alpha Omega* Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY 1960Beta Alpha* Salem College Salem, WV 1969Beta Beta* Widener College Chester, PA 1970Beta Delta Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA 1971Beta Epsilon Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA 1971Beta Zeta* University of Alabama, Birmingham Birmingham, AL 1970Beta Eta Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL 1972Beta Theta St. Mary’s University San Antonio, TX 1976Beta Iota Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville, PA 1976Beta Kappa* American International College Springfield, MA 1977Beta Lambda* University of Texas, San Antonio San Antonio, TX 1979Beta Mu Salisbury University Salisbury, MD 1978Beta Nu Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Bloomsburg, PA 1979Beta Xi Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI 1980Beta Omicron* University of Wisconsin, Green Bay Green Bay, WI 1980Beta Pi Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL 1982Beta Rho Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR 1983Beta Sigma* Northeast Oklahoma State University Telequah, OK 1982Beta Tau University of Massachusetts Lowell Lowell, MA 1975Beta Upsilon New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ 1983Beta Phi California University of Pennsylvania California, PA 1983Beta Chi Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI 1985Beta Psi* St. Louis University St. Louis, MO 1984Beta Omega Monmouth University W. Long Branch, NJ 1986Gamma Alpha* University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH 1985

CHAPTER COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY LOCATION ESTABLISHED

* Denotes an inactive chapter

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CHAPTER DIRECTORY

Gamma Beta* Lake Superior State College Sault Ste. Marie, MI 1987Gamma Gamma University of West Alabama Livingston, AL 1987Gamma Delta University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Dartmouth, MA 1987Gamma Epsilon SUNY Potsdam Potsdam, NY 1988Gamma Zeta Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD 1988Gamma Eta* Northwood University Cedar Hill, TX 1990Gamma Theta Penn State Erie, The Behrend College Erie, PA 1989Gamma Iota York College York, PA 1990Gamma Kappa* Averett College Danville, VA 1990Gamma Lambda Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA 1990Gamma Mu West Virginia University Institute of

TechnologyMontgomery, WV 1990

Gamma Nu* Waynesburg University Waynesburg, PA 1991Gamma Xi Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI 1991Gamma Omicron* Cameron University Lawton, OK 1991Gamma Pi Lycoming College Williamsport, PA 1991Gamma Rho Seton Hall University South Orange, NJ 1992Gamma Sigma* Belmont Abbey College Belmont, NC 1992Gamma Tau Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 1992Gamma Upsilon California State University, Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 1992Gamma Phi* Merrimack College North Andover, MA 2001Gamma Chi William Paterson University Wayne, NJ 1990Gamma Psi Fitchburg State University Fitchburg, MA 1992Gamma Omega La Salle University Philadelphia, PA 1993Delta Alpha Gannon University Erie, PA 1993Delta Beta Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV 1993Delta Gamma* University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC 1994Delta Delta University of Illinois at Chicago Chicago, IL 1995Delta Epsilon Marist College Poughkeepsie, NY 1994Delta Zeta East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg, PA 1995Delta Eta Belmont University Nashville, TN 1997Delta Theta Moravian College Bethlehem, PA 1997Delta Iota Providence Campus of Johnson & Wales

UniversityProvidence, RI 1997

Delta Kappa* Nicholls State University Thibodeaux, LA 1997

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Delta Lambda* Siena Heights College Adrian, MI 1998Delta Mu* Cumberland University Lebanon, TN 1998Delta Nu Beloit College Beloit, WI 1999Delta Xi* Valparaiso University Valparaiso, IN 1998Delta Omicron* North Carolina Wesleyan University Rocky Mount, NC 1999Delta Pi Oglethorpe University Atlanta, GA 2000Delta Rho Chowan University Murfreesboro, NC 2000Delta Sigma University of the Sciences Philadelphia, PA 2000Delta Tau Oakland University Rochester, MI 2001Delta Upsilon Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL 2002Delta Phi New York University New York, NY 2004Delta Chi* Christian Brothers University Memphis, TN 2005Delta Psi Denver Campus of Johnson & Wales

UniversityDenver, CO 2005

Delta Omega Penn State Altoona Altoona, PA 2006Epsilon Alpha Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott, AZ 2004Epsilon Beta University of Texas-Pan American Edinburg, TX 2005Epsilon Gamma Armstrong Atlantic State University Savannah, GA 2005Epsilon Delta Rogers State University Claremore, OK 2005Epsilon Epsilon North Miami Campus of Johnson & Wales

UniversityNorth Miami, FL 2007

Epsilon Zeta University of Virginia’s College at Wise Wise, VA 2007Epsilon Eta University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio, TX 2009Epsilon Theta Fairleigh Dickinson University Teaneck, NJ 2008Epsilon Iota New York Institute of Technology New York, NY 2009Epsilon Kappa Trine University Angola, IN 2009Epsilon Lambda Indiana University South Bend South Bend, IN 2011Epsilon Mu SUNY University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY 2011Epsilon Nu McDaniel College Westminster, MD 2012Epsilon Xi Gustavus Adolphus College St. Peter, MN 2012Epsilon Omicron University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN 2013Epsilon Pi Rhode Island College Providence, RI 2013Epsilon Rho State University of New York at Geneseo Geneseo, NY 2013Epsilon Sigma Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, MA 2014

CHAPTER COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY LOCATION ESTABLISHED

* Denotes an inactive chapter

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SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

SUNDAY, JUNE 29

SATURDAY, JUNE 28

FRIDAY, JUNE 27

THURSDAY, JUNE 268:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Registration Open

9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. NPC Delegation Meeting

10:00 a.m – 8:00 p.m. Vendor Exhibits

1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Processional Rehearsal

2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. General Session I

6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Welcome Dinner

8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Rachel Hale Concert

9:00 p.m. – 10:15 p.m. Foundation Alumnae Donor Reception (invitation only)

7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Registration Open

7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Vendor Exhibits

8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. General Session II

Noon – 1:30 p.m. Emerald Chapter Luncheon (invitation only)

2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Memorial Service

2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. General Session III

6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Reception/Break

7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. Panhellenic Dinner and Award Presentations

7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Registration Open and Top Tau Voting

7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Vendor Exhibits

9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Educational Block I

10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Educational Block II

11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Educational Block III

Noon – 1:30 p.m. Recognition Luncheon

2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Educational Block IV

3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Educational Block V

4:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m. Educational Block VI

7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Yellow Rose Banquet

7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Vendor Exhibits

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. National Council Meeting

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Nominations Committee Meeting

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STANDING RULESOF CONVENTION

1. No one shall be admitted to any Alpha Sigma Tau Convention activity without their official Convention name badge.

2. Voting members of the Convention are to be seated five minutes before meetings are scheduled to begin.

3. Motions from the floor may only be made by voting members of the convention. All main motions and amendments shall be presented in writing before the motion is made to the convention secretary on motion forms provided, signed with the full name and position of the maker.

4. Any registered member of the convention who wishes to speak in debate shall rise, be recognized, give their full name, chapter affiliation, and official capacity. No one shall speak in debate more than twice on the same question, or for a period longer than two minutes, without the permission of the Convention body.

5. Debate on any proposed resolution or debatable question, including all amendments thereto, shall not exceed 20 minutes.

6. Voting shall be by voice vote or by an electronic voting device, except when the Chair deems it necessary to use some other method. Voting by electronic device shall be deemed to be a division of the assembly.

7. Convention delegates must present their voting card to receive an electronic voting device. Delegates shall be responsible for their electronic voting device at all times. Missing or damaged electronic voting devices will result in a $50 fee payable to the Sorority. If a voting card or an electronic voting device is lost during the Convention, a replacement will not be issued.

8. Each candidate for the Nominations Committee will be allowed a speech of no longer than two minutes. Any candidate who is not present may have a letter read on her behalf. Each candidate will state her name, chapter, current position, any pertinent past experience, and why she is interested in serving on the Nominations Committee. With 15 seconds remaining she will be silently signaled to conclude her speech. When time has expired she will be told to stop.

9. For the election of members to the Nominations Committee, each voting delegate may vote for no more than four alumna members and no more than one collegiate member. The four alumna candi-dates receiving the highest number of votes cast shall be elected to the Nominations Committee. The alumna candidate receiving next highest number of votes, after the four elected, shall serve as the alumna alternate to the committee. Likewise, the collegiate candidate receiving the highest num-ber of votes cast shall be elected to the Nominations Committee. The collegiate candidate receiving the next highest number of votes shall serve as the collegiate alternate to the committee.

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10. The Chair may deviate from the printed program when necessary or expedient.

11. The National Council shall appoint a committee to approve the minutes.

12. Unless otherwise instructed, the use of electronic communication devices is prohibited during all scheduled activities, and electronic communication devices must be turned off during these times. No food or beverages may be brought into business meetings or scheduled activities unless other-wise instructed.

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BASIC PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE

How is business brought before the assembly?To get business before the assembly a member must make a motion. A main motion is a formal proposal for consideration and action. Since only one subject can be considered at a time, no main motion can be made while another motion is before the assembly.

Eight Steps in Processing a Main MotionStep 1: Member rises and addresses the chair when nothing is pending. “Mr. President” or “Madame President.”Step 2: Chair recognizes member by nodding at the member or stating his name. “Mr. Williams.” Step 3: Member states his/her motion. “I move that we have a canned food drive.”Step 4: Another member seconds the motion (without recognition). “Second.”Step 5: Chair states the motion and places it before the assembly for discussion. “It is moved and seconded that we have a canned food drive. Is there any discussion?”Step 6: Members have the right to get recognition and debate the motion. During debate subsidiary motions (i.e. amendments) may be introduced to help the assembly make a final decision.Step 7: When discussion is finished the Chair puts the question to a vote. “The question is on the adoption of the motion that we have a canned food drive. Those in favor, say AYE.” (Pause.) “Those opposed, say NO.” (Pause.)Step 8: Chair announces the results of the vote. “The AYES (NOES) have it; the motion is adopted (lost); we will (not) have a canned food drive; the next business in order is …”

Main Motions that are not in Order• Conflicts with the corporate charter,

constitution, or bylaws of a society.• Presents substantially the same question as

previously rejected during the same session.• Presents essentially the same question as one

that was temporarily disposed of but is still in the control of the assembly.

• Proposes action outside the scope of the society’s objects (unless by a 2/3 vote the assembly authorizes its introduction).

Governing Documents RevisionA revision to the governing documents is an extensive rewrite that often proposes fundamental changes to the organization. By considering a revision, you are proposing substituting a new set of governing documents for the current ones.

VotingUnanimous Consent – no member objects to a proposal that meets with general approval; a vote of silent agreement.

Voice Vote – regular method of voting on any motion that does not require more than a majority vote; most common form of voting.

Rising Vote – used when a two-thirds vote is required for adoption or when a member calls for a division of the assembly.

Show of Hands – an alternative method for a rising vote; used in small boards, committees, or very small assemblies.

Voting Cards – an alternative method for a voice vote, rising vote, or show of hands; cards must be issued during the credentialing process.

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Three Ways to Amend1. To insert or to add (a word, consecutive words, or a paragraph). Phrasing: “I move to amend the motion by inserting the word consecutive before the word terms.” “I move to add the words at a cost not to exceed $100.” “I move to amend by adding the following paragraph…”

2. To strike out (a word, consecutive words, or a paragraph). Phrasing: “I move to amend by striking out the word every.” “I move to strike out the third paragraph.”

3. To strike out and insert (words) or to substitute (paragraph or entire main motion). Phrasing: “I move to strike out the word monthly and insert the word annually.” “I move to substitute for the pending main motion the following...”

DebateDecorum in Debate

• In order to debate a ques-tion, a member must rise and address the presiding officer by his/her title, and be assigned the floor.

• Always address remarks to the chair, never using a member’s name where it is possible to describe him otherwise.

• The correctness of a statement of facts may be denied, but the motives of a member are not ques-tioned.

• Discourteous language is never used.

Proposed Amendment

• The maker of a debatable motion is always entitled to the floor first, as soon as the chair states the question on the motion. When a motion is made by order of a committee, the reporting member of the committee should be recognized first.

• It is in the interest of the assembly to hear both sides of a case, and therefore as far as practicable a member who is opposed to the last speaker should be recognized.

• Confine debate to the question under consideration.

• Ask permission of the assembly before reading any document.

• Do not waste time with frivo-lous arguments or repetitions.

Number and Length of Speeches

• Unless permission is given by the assembly, no member shall speak...

• longer than ten minutes at a time;

• more than twice on the same question on the same day;

• a second time until everyone has spoken who desires to.

• At any meeting the limits of debate may be changed by a two-thirds vote.

• If a member who has the floor allows another member to make an expla-nation, the time is charged to the one who has the floor.

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BASIC PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE

13 Ranking Motions - motions lower on the list cannot be made if anything higher is pending1. Fix the time to which to adjourn: The intent of this motion is to set the time for another meeting to continue business of the session. This motion does not adjourn the present meeting or set a time for its adjournment.

2. Adjourn: This is a motion to close the meeting.

3. Recess: A short interruption which does not close the meeting. After recess, business resumes at exactly the point where it was interrupted

4. Raise a question of privilege: This device permits a request or a motion relating to the rights of either the assembly or an individual to interrupt business and, because of its urgency, be brought up for possible immediate consideration.

5. Call for the order of the day: By the use of this motion, a single member can require the assembly to follow the order of business or agenda, or to take up a special order that is now due to come up, unless two-thirds of the assembly wish to do otherwise.

6. Lay on the table: This motion is used to place the pending motion aside when something of an urgent nature arises and needs the immediate attention of the assembly.

7. Previous question: This is simply a motion to end debate, allow no further subsidiary motions on the pending motion, and take a vote. It must be seconded, no debate is allowed, and a 2/3 vote is needed to close debate.

8. Limit or extend limits of debate: This motion can reduce or increase the number and length of speeches permitted or limit the length of debate on a specific question.

9. Postpone definitely: Should be used if the body needs more time to make a decision or if there is a time for consideration of the question that would be more convenient. The postponement cannot be beyond the next session in a group that meets regularly.

10. Commit or refer to a committee: This motion sends the main motion to a committee for further examination and refinement before the body votes on it.

11. Amend: The intent of this motion is to modify the pending motion before it is voted on.

12. Postpone indefinitely: This motion, in effect, kills the main motion for the duration of the meeting without having to take a vote on it.

13. Main motion: a formal proposal for consideration and action.

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FREQUENTLY USED MOTIONS

TO DO THIS: YOU SAY THIS::May You Interrupt

A Speaker?

Do You Need A Second?

Is It Debatable?

Can It Be Amended?

What Vote?

Introduce new business.

“I move that . . .” No Yes Yes Yes Majority

Amend a motion. “I move to amend the motion by …”

No Yes Yes Yes Majority

Request information. “I rise for a request for information.”

Yes No No No No vote

Complain about noise, etc.

“I rise for a question of privilege.”

Yes No No No No vote

Call for a brief intermission.

“I move to recess for __ minutes.”

No Yes No Yes Majority

Postpone the ques-tion to a later time.

“I move to postpone the question until next week.”

No Yes Yes Yes Majority

Refer the question to a committee for further study.

“I move to refer the motion to the ____ committee to study.”

No Yes Yes Yes Majority

Put a limit on the debate.

“I move that debate be limited to 5 minutes.”

No Yes No Yes 2/3

End debate and vote. “I move the previous question.”

No Yes No No 2/3

Verify a voice vote by rising.

“Division.” Yes No No No No vote

Set the pending ques-tion aside temporarily when something else of immediate urgency has arisen.

“I move to lay the pending question on the table.”

No Yes No No Majority

Want to do something, but don’t know how to do it.

“I rise to a parliamentary inquiry”

Yes No No No No vote

Reconsider an action. “I move to reconsider the vote on the motion to…”

No Yes Yes/No No Majority

Call attention to breach of rules.

“I rise to a point of order.” Yes No No No No vote

Suspend the rules temporarily.

“I move to suspend the rules so that…”

No Yes No No 2/3

Adjourn the meeting.

“I move that we adjourn.” No Yes No No Majority

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Nominations and Elections Procedure for the Nominations Committee

The 40th National Convention Delegates are responsible for the nomination and election of the Sorority’s Nominations Committee.

The following excerpt of the Bylaws of Alpha Sigma Tau includes the outline and structure of the Nomina-tions Committee.

Article V – Officers, Volunteer Personnel, and Advisors Section 1. Elected Officers B. Nominations and Elections. 1. Nominations Committee Composition, Eligibility, and Term. a. A Nominations Committee of four alumnae members, one collegiate member, and two alternates (one alumna alternate and one collegiate alternate) shall be elected by ballot during each convention. A plurality shall elect. The members of the Nominations Committee shall elect their own chair. b. To be eligible to be elected and serve as a member of the Nominations Committee an individual shall be a member in good standing. An elected officer shall not serve on the Nominations Committee during her term of office.

c. Each term shall begin at the close of the convention at which the member of the Nominations Committee is elected and shall end upon the close of the next convention or until her successor is elected. A member of the Nominations Committee shall not serve more than three consecutive terms with the exception that any portion of a term served by a member filling a vacancy shall not count towards the consecutive terms limitation.

2. Duties of the Nominations Committee. The Nominations Committee shall consider the qualifications of all candidates for elected officers proposed by any member. Names recommended to the committee shall be accompanied by a statement of qualifications and submitted to the committee by January 15th of the election year. The Nominations Committee shall nominate a slate of at least one name for each elected officer position.

3. Committee Report. The report of the committee shall be made available to the membership no later than March 1st of the election year and shall be read at the first business meeting of the convention.

NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE:NOMINATION AND ELECTION

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As the Bylaws state, the Nominations Committee shall be elected by ballot during the Convention. Nomina-tions for members to serve on the Nominations Committee will be taken from the floor of the Convention and the election will occur immediately following.

To aid members in understanding this election process, the procedure has been outlined in the Convention Standing Rules located elsewhere in this document.

A full Nominations Committee must be elected at the Convention. A full committee includes four alumnae members, one collegiate member, one alumnae alternate, and one collegiate alternate.

Characteristics to consider for members of the Nominations Committee:1. Ability to cultivate and capture strategic thinking leaders for National Council positions2. Knowledgeable about duties of officers in a strategic organization3. Understand the Sorority’s mission, vision, values, and governing documents4. Well acquainted with the members of Alpha Sigma Tau5. Willing to work for the best interest of the Sorority

If you wish to serve on the Nominations Committee and will be present during the Convention, you must secure a voting delegate of the Convention to nominate you and you should prepare a speech of no longer than two minutes.

If you wish to serve on the Nominations Committee and will not be present during the Convention, you must secure a voting delegate of the Convention to nominate you and present the signed acceptance form that is available on the Sorority’s website via the National Convention section. You may also provide your nominator with a written speech of no longer than two minutes to read on your behalf.

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Vendor Exhibits10 a.m. - 8 p.m. | PrefunctionLooking for more Alpha Sigma Tau gear? Stop and visit the vendors and learn about the items and services they can offer you and your chapter.

General Session I2 - 5:30 p.m. | Grand Ballroom | Badge AttireFlowers for all General Sessions sponsored by Patricia Klausing Simmons, Past National President, in honor of all Past National Presidents

Sorority business, including National Officer elections, is conducted during the General Sessions.

Welcome Dinner6-8:30 p.m. | East/West Terrace | Letter AttireThe Welcome Dinner will provide not only food but also the opportunity to swim on the outside terrace, weather permitting. Enjoy this time to reconnect with sisters, make new friends, and have fun!

Rachel Hale Concert8-9 p.m. | Buckhead Ballroom | Letter AttireAmerican Idol - Season 12 contestant Rachel Hale, Delta Eta, will provide the evening’s live music!

Foundation Alumnae Donor Reception - by invitation only9-10:15 p.m. | Library| Letter AttireJoin the Alpha Sigma Tau National Foundation for a reception Thursday evening.

THURSDAY AT A GLANCE8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Registration Open

Ballroom Office

9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. NPC Delegation MeetingMexico City; by invitation only

10:00 a.m – 8:00 p.m. Vendor ExhibitsPrefunction

1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Processional RehearsalGrand Ballroom; processional and escorts only

2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. General Session IGrand Ballroom

6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Welcome DinnerEast/West Terrace

8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Rachel Hale ConcertBuckhead Ballroom

9:00 p.m. – 10:15 p.m. Foundation Alumnae Donor ReceptionLibrary, by invitation only

THURSDAY, JUNE 26

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GENERAL SESSION I AGENDA

General Session II. Opening Ceremonies

a. Procession of National Officersb. Introduction of Guestsc. Call to Orderd. President’s Welcomee. Invocationf. Presentation of the Flagsg. Pledge of Allegianceh. National Anthemi. Alpha Sigma Tau Creedj. Alpha Sigma Tau Fraternity Hymn

II. Roll Call and Recognition of AttendeesIII. Electronic Voting InstructionsIV. Committee Reports

a. Convention Credentials Committee Reportb. Convention Standing Rules Committee Reportc. Convention Program Committee Report

V. Recognition of Convention VolunteersVI. Nominations and Elections of the National Council

a. Nominations Committee Reportb. Nominations from the Floorc. National Council Candidate Speechesd. Declaration of Election for Uncontested Officese. National Council Electionsf. Elections Committee Reportg. Declaration of the Elected Officers

VII. Nominations and Elections of the Nominations Committeea. Nomination of candidates for the Nominations Committeeb. Nominations Committee Candidate Speechesc. Nominations Committee Electionsd. Elections Committee Reporte. Declaration of the Elected Nominations Committee

VIII. Mary Charles Adams Ashby Collegiate and Alumnae Top Tau AwardIX. National Foundation UpdateX. Announcements and Convention GreetingsXI. Recess of General Session IXII. Opening Candlelighting Service and Fraternity Hymn

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GOVERNING DOCUMENTS COMMITTEE REPORT

To: Members of the Alpha Sigma Tau SororityFrom: Stacey L. Daniel-Fragile, Chairperson; Alpha Sigma Tau Governing Documents CommitteeRe: Governing Documents Committee ReportDate: February 27, 2014

The Alpha Sigma Tau Governing Documents Committee met on February 18, 2014 and February 27, 2014, to consider all by-law revision proposals submitted for consideration. The Governing Documents Commit-tee received a total of nine submissions by the deadline of January 15, 2014 – seven involving Ritual Ceremo-nies and two involving non-Ritual matters. We wish to extend our sincere gratitude to all of the members who submitted proposals.

The Governing Documents Committee is currently working with the members of the National Council and Headquarters Staff to facilitate the secure dissemination of the proposals referencing Ritual Ceremonies so that the membership will have time to review all proposals prior to the Alpha Sigma Tau 40th National Convention in Atlanta, Georgia, June 26-29, 2014. If a secure method of presentation cannot be developed the members of the Governing Documents Committee state that in accordance with previously set forth procedures from prior National Conventions the seven proposals regarding Ritual Ceremonies will be shown to the attendees of the Alpha Sigma Tau 40th National Convention during the appropriate General Session. On behalf of the Governing Documents Committee, I present the following recommendations: Ritual Proposal Number 1 – Referencing the Pin Pledging Ritual Ceremony

Proposed By: Board of Trustees (Patricia Nayle, Bobbie Nichols Tucker, Martha Drouyor DeCamp, Mary Bolton, Jean McNamara, Carol Cooper)

Recommendation of the Governing Documents Committee: The Committee recommends that this proposal be adopted as presented.

Ritual Proposal Number 2 – Referencing the Collegiate Initiation Ritual Ceremony

Proposed By: Board of Trustees (Patricia Nayle, Bobbie Nichols Tucker, Martha Drouyor DeCamp, Mary Bolton, Jean McNamara, Carol Cooper)

Recommendation of the Governing Documents Committee: The Committee recommends that this proposal be adopted as presented.

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Ritual Proposal Number 3 – Referencing Ceremonial Preparation

Proposed By: Board of Trustees (Patricia Nayle, Bobbie Nichols Tucker, Martha Drouyor DeCamp, Mary Bolton, Jean McNamara, Carol Cooper)

Recommendation of the Governing Documents Committee: The Committee recommends that this proposal be adopted as presented.

Ritual Proposal Number 4 – Referencing the Ribbon Pledging Ritual Ceremony

Proposed By: Board of Trustees (Patricia Nayle, Bobbie Nichols Tucker, Martha Drouyor DeCamp, Mary Bolton, Jean McNamara, Carol Cooper)

Recommendation of the Governing Documents Committee: The Committee recommends that this proposal be adopted as presented.

Ritual Proposal Number 5 – Referencing the Induction of Collegians into the Alumnae Organization Ritual Ceremony

Proposed By: Board of Trustees (Patricia Nayle, Bobbie Nichols Tucker, Martha Drouyor DeCamp, Mary Bolton, Jean McNamara, Carol Cooper)

Recommendation of the Governing Documents Committee: The Committee recommends that this proposal be adopted as presented.

Ritual Proposal Number 6 – Referencing the Affiliating Alumnae Initiation Ritual Ceremony

Proposed By: Board of Trustees (Patricia Nayle, Bobbie Nichols Tucker, Martha Drouyor DeCamp, Mary Bolton, Jean McNamara, Carol Cooper)

Recommendation of the Governing Documents Committee: The Committee recommends that this proposal be adopted as presented.

Ritual Proposal Number 7 – Referencing Ritual Supply Inventory Proposed By: Board of Trustees (Patricia Nayle, Bobbie Nichols Tucker, Martha Drouyor DeCamp, Mary Bolton, Jean McNamara, Carol Cooper)

Recommendation of the Governing Documents Committee: The Committee recommends that this proposal be adopted as presented.

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GOVERNING DOCUMENTS COMMITTEE REPORT

Non

-Rit

ual P

ropo

sal N

umbe

r 1

– R

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enci

ng A

rtic

le V

III –

Com

mit

tees

, Sta

ndin

g C

omm

itte

es; a

nd,

Art

icle

VIII

– S

ecti

on 2

. Boa

rd o

f Tru

stee

s

Prop

osed

By:

Boa

rd o

f Tru

stee

s (P

atri

cia

Nay

le, B

obbi

e N

icho

ls T

ucke

r, M

arth

a D

rouy

or D

eCam

p, M

ary

Bol

ton,

Jean

McN

amar

a, C

arol

Coo

per)

Cur

rent

Wor

ding

Art

icle

VIII

– C

omm

itte

es,

Sect

ion

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tand

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Com

mit

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. St

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omm

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f the

So

rori

ty s

hall

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udit

, Boa

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of T

rust

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orit

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dvis

ory,

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d G

over

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Doc

umen

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erw

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hese

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Art

icle

VIII

– C

omm

itte

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Sect

ion

2. B

oard

of T

rust

ees.

T

he B

oard

of T

rust

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is a

n

advi

sory

com

mit

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whi

ch

func

tion

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pre

serv

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e

purp

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ls, s

tand

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, and

hi

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7 a

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dopt

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Art

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VIII

– C

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So

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udit

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orit

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ory,

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ts. T

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atio

nal

Cou

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m

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icle

VIII

– B

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re s

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t sh

all e

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prec

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ha S

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a Ta

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as fo

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Sig

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. 2.

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, rev

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min

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Nat

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. 4.

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licat

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re

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endm

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Sect

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ar

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rt a

s A

rtic

le V

III –

Boa

rd o

f Tr

uste

es a

nd r

enum

ber

rem

ain-

ing

arti

cles

.

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Cur

rent

Wor

ding

Art

icle

VIII

– C

omm

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Sect

ion

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Com

mit

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. St

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rd

of T

rust

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orit

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ts. T

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iona

l Cou

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l app

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th

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rs a

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st

andi

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omm

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es e

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oth

erw

ise

prov

ided

in t

hese

by

law

s.

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icle

VIII

– C

omm

itte

es,

Sect

ion

2. B

oard

of T

rust

ees.

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he B

oard

of T

rust

ees

is a

n

advi

sory

com

mit

tee

whi

ch

func

tion

s to

pre

serv

e th

e

purp

ose,

idea

ls, s

tand

ards

, and

hi

stor

ical

inte

grit

y of

the

So

rori

ty.

A. M

embe

rshi

p –

The

com

mit

tee

is c

ompo

sed

of a

t le

ast

5 bu

t no

t m

ore

than

7 a

lum

nae

mem

bers

in

goo

d st

andi

ng. T

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omm

itte

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s th

e au

thor

ity

to a

ppoi

nt it

s m

embe

rs.

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roce

dure

s –

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com

mit

tee

shal

l est

ablis

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oced

ures

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. Dut

ies

– T

he c

omm

itte

e sh

all

perf

orm

the

follo

win

g du

ties

: 1.

Rev

iew

and

ren

der

opin

ions

to

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Nat

iona

l Cou

ncil

on

prop

osed

am

endm

ents

to

thes

e B

ylaw

s.

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ve a

nd h

old

in c

onfid

ence

th

e m

inut

es o

f the

Nat

iona

l C

ounc

il.

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evie

w p

ublic

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n dr

afts

as

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este

d.

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espo

nd t

o qu

esti

ons

and

conc

erns

by

any

mem

ber.

If A

dopt

ed, W

ill R

ead

Art

icle

VIII

– C

omm

itte

es,

Sect

ion

1. S

tand

ing

Com

mit

tees

. St

andi

ng c

omm

itte

es o

f the

So

rori

ty s

hall

be A

udit

, Sor

orit

y A

dvis

ory,

and

Gov

erni

ng

Doc

umen

ts. T

he N

atio

nal

Cou

ncil

shal

l app

oint

the

m

embe

rs a

nd c

hair

s of

the

st

andi

ng c

omm

itte

es e

xcep

t as

oth

erw

ise

prov

ided

in t

hese

by

law

s.

Art

icle

VIII

– B

oard

of T

rust

ees

The

re s

hall

be a

Boa

rd o

f Tr

uste

es. I

t sh

all e

xist

to

guar

d th

e ba

sic

prec

epts

for

whi

ch

Alp

ha S

igm

a Ta

u w

as fo

unde

d an

d to

pre

serv

e th

e A

lpha

Sig

ma

Tau

purp

ose,

sta

ndar

ds, i

deal

s,

ritu

al v

ows,

and

his

tori

cal

inte

grit

y. T

he B

oard

of T

rust

ees

shal

l est

ablis

h it

s ow

n pr

oce-

dure

s an

d sh

all h

ave

the

au

thor

ity

to a

ppoi

nt it

s

mem

bers

hip.

The

Boa

rd o

f Tr

uste

es is

sol

ely

an a

dvis

ory

body

wit

hout

the

pow

er t

o ac

t an

d sh

all h

ave

the

follo

win

g

duti

es:

1. R

evie

w a

nd r

ende

r op

inio

ns t

o th

e N

atio

nal C

ounc

il on

pr

opos

ed r

evis

ions

/am

endm

ents

to

the

Byl

aws

and

Stan

ding

Rul

es

of A

lpha

Sig

ma

Tau

Soro

rity

. 2.

Rec

eive

, rev

iew

, and

hol

d in

co

nfide

nce

the

min

utes

of t

he

Nat

iona

l Cou

ncil.

3.

Rec

eive

and

rev

iew

min

utes

of

the

Nat

iona

l Con

vent

ions

. 4.

Rev

iew

pub

licat

ions

dra

fts

as

requ

este

d.

5. R

espo

nd t

o qu

esti

ons

and

conc

erns

of a

ny m

embe

r or

en-

tity

of A

lpha

Sig

ma

Tau.

6.

Ser

ve o

n sp

ecia

l pro

ject

s as

re

ques

ted

by t

he N

atio

nal

Cou

ncil

or t

he E

xecu

tive

D

irec

tor.

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osed

Am

endm

ent

Del

ete

“Boa

rd o

f Tru

stee

s”

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ete

Sect

ion

2 an

d re

num

ber

the

rem

aini

ng s

ectio

ns in

the

ar

ticle

.

Inse

rt a

s A

rtic

le V

III –

Boa

rd o

f Tr

uste

es a

nd r

enum

ber

rem

ain-

ing

arti

cles

.

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GOVERNING DOCUMENTS COMMITTEE REPORT

Rationale of Proposer: To reinstate the original intent of the purpose and functioning of the Board of Trustees as originally created in 1990 rather than to be classified as a standing committee.

Recommendation of the Governing Documents Committee: The Committee does not recommend adoption of this proposal.

Rationale of the Governing Documents Committee:It is the opinion of the Committee that this proposal is defective in that it essentially creates two gov-erning bodies for the Alpha Sigma Tau National Sorority. Additionally, it is the position of the Commit-tee that this proposal is also defective in that it does not provide for any oversight of the activities of the Board of Trustees.

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Current Wording

Article VII- National CouncilSection 4. Meetings.

D. Summaries – Summaries of all Council meetings shall be avail-able to the members of Alpha Sigma Tau.

If Adopted, Will Read

Article VII- National CouncilSection 4. Meetings.

D. Summaries – Written summa-ries of all Council regular, special, and electronic meetings shall be available to the members of Alpha Sigma Tau within 14 days of the close of the meeting.

Proposed Amendment

Article VII- National CouncilSection 4. Meetings.

D. Summaries – Written summa-ries of all Council regular, special, and electronic meetings shall be available to the members of Alpha Sigma Tau within 14 days of the close of the meeting.

Non-Ritual Proposal Number 2 – Referencing Article VII – National Council

Proposed By: Patricia Klausing Simmons, Immediate Past National President

Rationale of Proposer: The current means of providing National Council meeting summaries are spo-radic and by various means of media. The various media may be PowerPoint, video, written, etc. This makes it difficult to keep track of when the meetings occurred and keep a binder of meeting summaries. This proposal would define the style of summaries and help keep the news of the meetings timely to the membership.

Recommendation of the Governing Documents Committee: The Committee does not recommend adoption of this proposal.

Rational of the Governing Documents Committee:It is the position of the Committee that this proposal would create an unnecessary burden upon the members of the National Council and the Headquarters Staff in that in addition to the minutes that are currently kept of National Council meetings, this proposal would require summaries to be written of all meetings, no matter the form. Further, it is the position of the Committee that this proposal creates a duplicative record in that minutes are already kept by the National Council and held in confidence by the Board of Trustees. Finally, it is the position of the Committee that this proposal is unnecessary in that the majority of the membership is satisfied with the current manner in which summaries are presented to the membership.

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NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE REPORT

To: Members of the Alpha Sigma Tau SororityFrom: Rita A. Bertolino, Chairperson; Alpha Sigma Tau Nominations CommitteeRe: Nominations Committee ReportDate: February 25, 2014CC: Jim Paponetti, Executive Director; Nominations Committee

The Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority Nominations Committee met on Monday, February 24, 2014, to consider all qualified candidates to serve on the National Council for the 2014 - 2016 term of office. The Nominations Committee has selected the following women, whom we believe to have the strategic skills, dedication, and integrity to provide outstanding leadership during their term of office. We wish to extend our sincere grati-tude to all the women who experienced the nomination process and continue to contribute to the excep-tional sisterhood of Alpha Sigma Tau.

On behalf of the Nominations Committee, I present the following slate of officers for nomination at the Alpha Sigma Tau 40th National Convention in Atlanta, Georgia June 26-29, 2014.

National President (One candidate will be elected) Tiffany Street, Delta Mu Chapter National Vice President (Alumna) (Four candidates will be elected) Erika McManus Bukva, Delta Rho ChapterBeth Carney Ebberman, Phi ChapterJennifer Marshall, Alpha Gamma ChapterJamie Jones Miller, Psi ChapterKristin Walker, Alpha Lambda Chapter

National Vice President (Collegian) (One candidate will be elected) Emma Bunnell, Phi Chapter

As stated in the Bylaws of Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority, Article V, Section 1, Letter B, Number 4, Nominations from the Floor. Following the report of the nominations committee, additional nominations may be made from the floor provided that the individual to be nominated has consented in writing to serve if elected and that the nomination has been submitted to the Nominations Committee no less than seven days prior to the opening day of convention along with verification of eligibility and a statement of qualifications.

Additional information can be found in the Bylaws of Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority and on the sorority website at www.alphasigmatau.org. Questions may be directed to Rita Bertolino, Nominations Committee Chairper-son via email at nominations@alphasigmatau.org.

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FOUNDATION REPORT

Foundation Report Text.

Scholarship Information

Yellow Rose Stickers

Alpha Sigma Tau National Foundation

Silent AuctionsThis year, we are offering two silent auction opportunities – the “Basket” Silent Auction and the Gift Card Silent Auction. Both auctions are available to all Convention attendees.

The “Basket” Silent Auction offers city-themed “baskets” from alumnae chapters or individuals. This is an opportunity for alumnae to “show off” their cities with popular items from their area. Items may include non-perishable items, wine, chocolates or candies, or other local popular items. (Participants MUST be at least 21 years of age to bid on “Baskets” containing alcohol.)

The Gift Card Silent auction offers the participants to bid on anchor artwork filled with gift cards. The winners will receive the artwork and the gift cards. All gift cards are from nationally recognized stores or restaurants and will have a minimum face value of $5 or $10.

The Foundation offers a variety of scholarships each year. Applications are available in late Fall 2014 – please visit the Foundation website at www.alphasigmatau.org/foundation.

The Foundation will announce the 2014-2015 scholarship recipients during this Convention.

We are offering Yellow Rose Stickers again this year! We invite you to donate to the Annual Fund and recognize your chapter sisters, your new collegiate and alumnae sisters (and friends), and special guests with these tokens of friendship and sisterhood while here at Convention.

The National Foundation is Alpha Sigma Tau’s charitable organization. Through generous donations, we support the Sorority’s educational programs and provide charitable assistance for members, such as scholarships. Thanks to our donors, the Foundation funded a large part of the Four-Year Member Development Program, the 2012 and 2013 Service Immersion programs, and other educational activities. Our donors also made it possible for the Foundation to award nearly $30,000 in scholarships to collegiate and alumnae sisters for the 2012-2013 academic year!

The generous gifts from others to the Foundation help provide bigger and better educational opportunities for Alpha Sigma Tau members. Included in these opportunities are the Four-Year Member Development Program, in which all chapters will soon be participating; Alpha Sigma Tau Service Immersion experiences; scholarships; educational programming; and more. Simply put, the National Foundation helps Sisters grow and achieve dreams.

Please visit our table this weekend or you can contact us anytime at foundationinfo@alphasigmatau.org. If you or your chapter wishes to begin or continue supporting the National Foundation, either through a scholarship or in another way, please let us know this weekend!

alphasigmatau.org/foundation

Connect with us!

Visit Us!Visit us at our table for yellow roses, auction updates, information about how to give, scholarship information, ideas on how to become more involved with the Foundation, and more! We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Vendor Exhibits7 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. | PrefunctionLooking for more Alpha Sigma Tau gear? Stop and visit the vendors and learn about the items and services they can offer you and your chapter.

General Session II8 - 11:30 a.m. | Grand Ballroom | Badge AttireSorority legislation is presented in this General Session.

Emerald Chapter Luncheon - by invitation only12 - 1:30 p.m. | Buckhead I| Badge AttireProgram sponsored by Martha (Belknap) DeCamp, Past National President, Board of Trustees

Emerald Chapter alumnae members are invited to attend the Emerald Chapter Luncheon to connect with one another and be recognized for their long-time dedication to Alpha Sigma Tau.

FRIDAY AT A GLANCE7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Registration Open

Ballroom Office

7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Vendor ExhibitsPrefunction

8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. General Session IIGrand Ballroom

Noon – 1:30 p.m. Emerald Chapter LuncheonBuckhead I; by invitation only

2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Memorial ServiceGrand Ballroom

2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. General Session IIIGrand Ballroom

6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. ReceptionPrefunction

7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. Panhellenic Dinner and Award PresentationsGrand Ballroom

FRIDAY, JUNE 27

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Memorial Service2 - 2:30 p.m. | Grand Ballroom | Badge AttireFlowers sponsored by collegians and alumnae of the Delta Nu Chapter

Sisters who have passed away and joined the Eternal Chapter are honored and remembered during the Alpha Sigma Tau Memorial Service.

General Session III2:30 - 6 p.m. | Grand Ballroom |Badge AttireSorority business concludes and new officers are installed in General Session III.

Reception6 - 7 p.m. | Prefunction | Badge AttireTake a break between the General Session and the Panhellenic Dinner to connect with sisters.

Panhellenic Dinner and Awards Presentation7 - 8:45 p.m. | Grand Ballroom II & III |Badge AttireProgram sponsored by MJ Insurance Sorority Division

Join us as we celebrate Panhellenic partnerships and spirit. Special guests include representatives from National Panhellenic Conference women’s groups. The evening’s distinguished speaker is Julie Cain Bur-khard, Executive Director of the Phi Mu Foundation, Past National President of Alpha Chi Omega, and Past Chairman of the National Panhellenic Conference.

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BILLHIGHWAY APPRECIATES THE COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIP WE HAVE WITH ALPHA SIGMA TAU.

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GENERAL SESSION II AGENDA

General Session II I. Call to OrderII. DevotionIII. MusicIV. Announcements and Convention GreetingsV. President’s WelcomeVI. Convention Credentials Committee ReportVII. National Foundation UpdateVIII. Governing Documents Committee ReportIX. Mary Charles Adams Ashby Collegiate and Alumnae Top Tau AwardX. Announcements and Convention GreetingsXI. Recess of General Session II

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GENERAL SESSION III AGENDA

General Session III

I. Call to Order

II. Closing Invocation

III. Music

IV. Announcements and Convention Greetings

V. President’s Welcome

VI. Convention Credentials Committee Report

VII. Introduction of Guests

VIII. National Foundation Update

IX. Biennium Report to Membership

X. Mary Charles Adams Ashby Collegiate and Alumnae Top Tau Award

XI. New Business

XII. 41st National Convention Announcement

XIII. Courtesy Resolutions

XIV. Installation of Elected National Officers Service

XV. Recognition of Retiring National Officers Service

XVI. Fraternity Hymn

XVII. Announcements and Convention Greetings

XVIII. Adjournment of the 40th National Convention

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IN MEMORIAM

Alpha, Eastern Michigan University Joyce Parker, 1952 Barbara Prophet, 1951 Alvira Sweet, 1946

Beta, Central Michigan University Jane Engelbrecht Bashara, 1974 Roseann Church, 1953

Delta, Indiana University of Pennsylvania Deborah Culley, 1984 Constance Herald Light Kebler, 1968 Catherine Meinert, 1945 Judith Stanyard, 1967

Theta, Wayne State University Lois Scott, 1945

Iota, Emporia State University Constance Sawyer Somer, 1957

Nu, Colorado State College Esther Anderson Walters, 1938

Omicron, Concord University Carolyn Anne Kriss, 1970 Kitty Dove Miller, 1942 Virginia Linkous Rinehart, 1937

Pi, Harris Teachers College Margaret Bongner Verna Courtemanche, Margaret Gieselmann, 1955 Delphine Nordstrom, 1941 Marcia Yehlen, 1973

Rho, Southeastern Oklahoma State University Georganna Leann Milton, 2001

The Memorial Service is to honor deceased members of Alpha Sigma Tau by recognizing them as members of the Eternal Chapter, an honorary alumnae chapter composed of all deceased initiated members of Alpha Sigma Tau. The following members, accompanied by their year of Initiation, were reported from June 2012 through May 2014.

Sigma, SUNY Buffalo State Florence Bates Betty Binder, 1943 Helen Campbell Catherine Sirface Gerbracht Eleanor Mason, 1928

Upsilon, University of Central Arkansas Erie Anderson, 1939 Martha Hardin, 1957 Betty Kimble, 1942

Phi, Southeastern Louisiana University Rebecca Morgan, 1979 Deborah Broussard Morris, 1979 Vivia Wax, 1945

Chi, Shepherd University Kathern Maine 1958 Jo Ann Mentzer 1958 Patricia Watson 1955

Psi, James Madison University Nina Cleota Bolling, 1944 Gloria Shaver, 1951 Ruby Wygal. 1945

Alpha Alpha, Ball State University Rebecca Appleman, 1969 Lavonne Baker, 1945 Eleanor Baker, 1946 Geraldine Cummins, 1945 Susan Hargrove, 1967 Edith McAbee, 1954 Marjorie McFadden, 1945 Phyllis Pond, 1950 Virginia Wasson, 1945

Alpha Delta, Southwestern Missouri State College Juanita Parker, 1948

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IN MEMORIAM

Alpha Epsilon, Western Illinois University Karen Jones, 1953 Joyce McIntyre, 1955 Ruth Maxine Stevens, 1950

Alpha Eta, Alma College Jean Fordyce, 1960

Alpha Lambda, Radford University Joyce Jonak, 1953 Elaine Kempf, 1973

Alpha Omicron, Clarion University of Pennsylvania Whendy Gahring Korminski, 1991

Alpha Tau, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Ruth Holtzman, 1969

Beta Delta, Duquesne University Krista Chverchko, 2000

Gamma Theta, Penn State Erie, The Behrend College Dengtoy Sounethone Helsley, 1992

Gamma Pi, Lycoming College Susan Hoegel Jorgensen, 1992

Delta Nu, Beloit College Justine Ringberg, 2010

THE ROSE BEYOND THE WALLNear a shady wall a rose once grew,

Budded and blossomed in God’s free light,Watered and fed by morning dew,

Shedding its sweetness day and night.

As it grew and blossomed fair and tall,Slowly rising to loftier height,

It came to a crevice in the wallThrough which there shone a beam of light.

Onward it crept with added strengthWith never a thought of fear or pride.

It followed the light through the crevice’s lengthAnd unfolded itself on the other side.

The light, the view, the broadening viewWere found the same as they were before

And lost itself in beauties new,Breathing its fragrance more and more.

Shall claim of death cause us to grieveAnd make our courage faint and fall?Nay! Let us faith and hope receive –The rose still grows beyond the wall.

Scattering fragrance far and wideJust as it did in days of yore,

Just as it did on the other side,Just as it will evermore.

– A. L. Brink

TWENTY-THIRD PSALMThe Lord is my shepherd,

I shall not be in want.He makes me lie down in green pastures,

He leads me beside quiet waters,He restores my soul.

He guides me in paths ofrighteousness for his name’s sake.Even though I walk through thevalley of the shadow of death,

I will fear no evil, for you are with me;your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

You prepare a table before mein the presence of my enemies.

THE LORD’S PRAYEROur Father, which art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name.Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done, in earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

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SATURDAY AT A GLANCE

SATURDAY, JUNE 28

7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Registration Open and Top Tau VotingBallroom Office

7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Vendor Exhibits

Prefunction

9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Educational Block I

10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Educational Block II

11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Educational Block III

Noon – 1:30 p.m. Recognition LuncheonGrand Ballrooms II and III

2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Educational Block IV3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Educational Block V4:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m. Educational Block VI7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Yellow Rose Banquet

Grand Ballrooms II and III

Registration and Top Tau Voting7 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Ballroom OfficeCast your vote for the Mary Charles Adams Ashby Convention Alumnae and Collegiate Top Tau.

Vendor Exhibits7 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. | PrefunctionLooking for more Alpha Sigma Tau gear? Stop and visit the vendors and learn about the items and services they can offer you and your chapter.

Educational Sessions9 a.m. - 4:50 p.m. | VariousEnhance your knowledge and skills by attending these educational sessions facilitated by esteemed professionals, experts, and leaders.

Recognition Luncheon12 - 1:30 p.m. | Grand Ballrooms II and IIITake part in recognizing the outstanding accomplishments of exceptional sisters.

Yellow Rose Banquet7:30 - 9:30 p.m. | Grand Ballrooms II and IIIThe Yellow Rose Banquet is one of the oldest traditions of the Alpha Sigma Tau National Convention. The Sorority will recognize outstanding individual and chapter achievements during the awards presentation and announce the Mary Charles Adams Ashby Convention Top Tau Award winners.

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process. This is a deeper look at some of the most used functionality to prepare you and your chapter for success.

Pretty Hurts: Body Image and the MediaPresenter: Kate WehbyAzalea

From music, movies, TV, and social media - advertising is all around us. But advertising doesn’t just sell products; advertising also sells ideas. Advertising sells ideas of what it means to be beautiful, valuable, and an ideal woman in our society. In this program you will be challenged to take advertising seriously and to think critically about its relationship to sexism, eating disorders, and gender violence.

How to Work with the “Administration”Presenter: Tim MillerLibrary

Have you ever wondered who these college “administrators” really are and why they do what they do? Why would anyone want to do this job that has been so maligned in popular culture with characters like Dean Wormer in “Animal House” and Dean “Cheese” Pritchard from “Old School”? In this session participants will learn more in depth about the role of the college campus administration and ways chapters can foster a trusting relationship with the administration.

Risky Business: Beyond Policies and into PracticePresenter: Gretchen Stahl ForanVeranda

Does your chapter dread hearing the words ‘risk manage-ment’? Do you receive eye rolls when mentioning FIPG? This session will teach members and chapters how to take real-life situations and use a risk reduction assess-ment model to uncover and solve risky situations. By explaining how to make educated decisions in regards to risk reduction, this session will have you thinking about risk reduction as much more than a set of policies!

EDUCATIONAL BLOCK I |9 - 9: 50 a.m.

Fierce Conversations: Promoting Growth and Positive ChangePresenter: Sarah WildBuckhead I

“But this is the way it’s always been done!” Sound fa-miliar? Maybe these words have fallen from your mouth or maybe you’ve heard them said by someone else. But wait… who wants to stay the same? Many times, we can pinpoint aspects of our chapter (or even our lives) that we are unhappy with. We want things to change; we want things to improve, but simply don’t know where to start. Based on the book “Fierce Conversations” by Susan Scott, this thought-provoking workshop will review the 7 Principles of a Fierce Conversation. Participants will leave with the knowledge and skills to make the change they wish to see; one conversation at a time.

Recruitment Myth Busters: Why “Quality over Quantity” is Counterproductive Presenter: Ashley SmithBuckhead II

“We aren’t recruiting anymore this year because we are focusing on ‘quality over quantity’.” Have you ever heard someone from your chapter say this or something similar? This is one of many recruitment myths students say that actually puts their chapter at a disadvantage. In this program, we will be debunking common phrases and mindsets students have that harm their chapter’s ability to be successful during recruitment. Participants will leave with an understanding of why quality AND quantity are important, and other myths to let go of in order to achieve success.

Billhighway Tips and TricksPresenter: Kyle MartinGrand Ballroom I

Billhighway will be covering topics ranging from prepaid cards and checks to closing books and the collections

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

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SATURDAY, JUNE 28

EDUCATIONAL BLOCK II |10 - 10: 50 a.m. Pretty Hurts: Body Image and the MediaPresenter: Kate WehbyAzalea

From music, movies, TV, and social media - advertising is all around us. But advertising doesn’t just sell products; advertising also sells ideas. Advertising sells ideas of what it means to be beautiful, valuable, and an ideal woman in our society. In this program you will be challenged to take advertising seriously and to think critically about its relationship to sexism, eating disorders, and gender violence.

Get on Board: Preparing Yourself to Serve on the National CouncilPresenters: Jamie Jones Miller and Tiffany StreetLibrary

Interested in serving on the Alpha Sigma Tau National Council? In this session, you will learn about the individual and collective roles as well as responsibilities of the Council. You will obtain an overview of how to prepare yourself to serve on the Council and the time commitment involved.

Making Groups Work: Effective Committees & MeetingsPresenter: Dr. Theresa OsorioVeranda

Looking to run an effective chapter or committee meeting? Interested in group dynamics? Learn more tips and tricks by attending this program!

Collegiate Chapter Officer Structure: “Wait, How Does This Work?”Presenter: Sarah WildBuckhead I

Are you looking to better understand Alpha Sigma Tau’s collegiate chapter officer structure? With new officer positions and new committees, there are multiple different ways you can become more involved or stay involved as a member of your chapter! This hands-on workshop will review officer and committee responsibilities and ways in which the new officer structure promotes shared responsibility and teamwork.

Recruitment Myth Busters: Why “Quality over Quantity” is Counterproductive Presenter: Ashley SmithBuckhead II

“We aren’t recruiting anymore this year because we are focusing on ‘quality over quantity’.” Have you ever heard someone from your chapter say this or something similar? This is one of many recruitment myths students say that actually puts their chapter at a disadvantage. In this program, we will be debunking common phrases and mindsets students have that harm their chapter’s ability to be successful during recruitment. Participants will leave with an understanding of why quality AND quantity are important, and other myths to let go of in order to achieve success.

Billhighway Tips and TricksPresenter: Kyle MartinGrand Ballroom I

Billhighway will be covering topics ranging from prepaid cards and checks to closing books and the collections process. This is a deeper look at some of the most used functionality to prepare you and your chapter for success.

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EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Bystander Intervention: “Moving Beyond Barriers: Practical Strategies for Bystander Intervention”Presenter: Kate WehbyAzalea

You may be familiar with that sinking-in-your stomach feeling when you know something is wrong but you’re not really sure what to do. In this session you will be challenged to consider your roles as a bystander and learn strategies for intervention. You will learn and practice different types of intervention skills, identify possible obstacles that inhibit bystander intervention, and practice intervening in a way that matches both your personality and the situation.

Be a Leader, Be a Team, Be HappyPresenter: Dr. Lisa DupnockLibrary

This interactive, fun-filled session will give you new lead-ership skills so you can lead your chapter to success! As a leader of your organization, making sure your chapter functions like a team is key. You will leave this session with fun and new ideas to build your team!

True ColorsPresenter: Dr. Theresa OsorioVeranda

True Colors is a model of personality identification that is easy to understand, remember, and apply. With the colors of Blue, Gold, Green and Orange – True Colors distills the elaborate concepts of personality theory into a user-friendly, practical tool used to foster healthy productive relationships and develop your work style. Participants will learn how to assess their own and others’ personality “colors” and how to use them to build a stronger chapter.

EDUCATIONAL BLOCK III |11 - 11: 50 a.m.

Collegiate Chapter Officer Structure: “Wait, How Does This Work?”Presenter: Sarah WildBuckhead I

Are you looking to better understand Alpha Sigma Tau’s collegiate chapter officer structure? With new officer po-sitions and new committees, there are multiple different ways you can become more involved or stay involved as a member of your chapter! This hands-on workshop will review officer and committee responsibilities and ways in which the new officer structure promotes shared respon-sibility and teamwork.

Nominations, Slating, and ElectionsPresenter: Ashley SmithBuckhead II

Placing the most qualified members with the right skills into the right positions is vital to a successful chapter. In this program, the process and procedures for collegiate chapter nominations are outlined, and participants will learn how to pinpoint the chapter’s strongest candidates.

Billhighway GivePresenter: Kyle MartinGrand Ballroom I

Learn about the Billhighway Give app, the new donation functionality offered through Billhighway. The Billhighway Give app allows you to accept donations on the fly with this new swipe technology on an iPhone or iPad.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 28

EDUCATIONAL BLOCK IV |2 - 2: 50 p.m. Bystander Intervention: “Moving Beyond Barriers: Practical Strategies for Bystander Intervention”Presenter: Kate WehbyAzalea

You may be familiar with that sinking-in-your stomach feeling when you know something is wrong but you’re not really sure what to do. In this session you will be challenged to consider your roles as a bystander and learn strategies for intervention. You will learn and practice different types of intervention skills, identify possible obstacles that inhibit bystander intervention, and practice intervening in a way that matches both your personality and the situation.

Ritual-Based Business PracticesPresenter: Amanda FeaganesLibrary

The ideals expressed in our Ritual provide a strong foundation for our day-to-day lives as people and as members of Alpha Sigma Tau. In this program, you will learn how to interact with the concepts presented in our Ritual, apply them to your business practices, and use them to solve the interpersonal and chapter problems you may face.

Secrets to Navigating Your College PanhellenicPresenters: NPC Delegates Beth McOsker, Carol Mooney, and Jamie Jones MillerVeranda

If your campus has a College Panhellenic, this program is for you! In this session, you will learn about the Panhellenic resources available to you, when to contact your NPC Delegate, and how to navigate NPC policy and your Panhellenic’s Bylaws and Recruitment Rules. The Alpha Sigma Tau National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) Delegation will share tips and tricks for your chapter to be a successful member of your Panhellenic community.

Tau Honor Council: How to Do It and When to Use ItPresenter: Sarah WildBuckhead I

Protecting the honor of every Alpha Sigma Tau is the re-sponsibility of each member of the Sorority. The ultimate purpose of the Tau Honor Council is to engage in con-versations with members that will ensure inappropriate behavior is reformed through re-education. Participants will leave this informative workshop understanding the Sorority’s Tau Honor Council procedures and appropriate times for it to be utilized.

Nominations, Slating, and ElectionsPresenter: Ashley SmithBuckhead II

Placing the most qualified members with the right skills into the right positions is vital to a successful chapter. In this program, the process and procedures for collegiate chapter nominations are outlined, and participants will learn how to pinpoint the chapter’s strongest candidates.

Billhighway GivePresenter: Kyle MartinGrand Ballroom I

Learn about the new donation functionality offered through Billhighway. The Billhighway Give app allows you to accept donations on the fly with this new swipe technology on an iPhone or iPad.

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EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Conflict Resolution: “Conflict Resolution: Wait, what?”Presenter: Kate WehbyAzalea

Is conflict between sisters a problem for your chapter? Most likely! It is never easy to deal with conflict, but in this interactive session you will learn how to handle difficult situations in your chapter with poise and confidence. You will discover how to keep unmanaged conflicts, disagreements and out-of-control emotions from harming both your personal relationships with sisters and your chapter.

Understanding My Style and Introduction to TypePresenter: Kate HayesLibrary

Understand your own and others’ preferences regard-ing information processing, decision making, and more through Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). Using the MBTI Inventory will help to identify natural strengths and potential areas for growth and development. Understand-ing MBTI type is self-affirming and encourages coopera-tion with others, helping you to appreciate people who differ from you!

Secrets to Navigating Your College PanhellenicPresenters: NPC Delegates Beth McOsker, Carol Mooney, and Jamie Jones MillerVeranda

If your campus has a College Panhellenic, this program is for you! In this session, you will learn about the Panhellenic resources available to you, when to contact your NPC Delegate, and how to navigate NPC policy and your Panhellenic’s Bylaws and Recruitment Rules. The Alpha Sigma Tau National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) Delegation will share tips and tricks for your chapter to be a successful member of your Panhellenic community.

EDUCATIONAL BLOCK V |3 - 3: 50 p.m.

Tau Honor Council: How to Do It and When to Use ItPresenter: Sarah WildBuckhead I

Protecting the honor of every Alpha Sigma Tau is the re-sponsibility of each member of the Sorority. The ultimate purpose of the Tau Honor Council is to engage in con-versations with members that will ensure inappropriate behavior is reformed through re-education. Participants will leave this informative workshop understanding the Sorority’s Tau Honor Council procedures and appropriate times for it to be utilized.

A Perfect 10: Scoring and Selecting the Best New MembersPresenter: Ashley SmithBuckhead II

Alpha Sigma Tau has procedures for how to score and rank Potential New Members during recruitment to ensure that the process is guided by our core values. In this program, the procedures for membership selection will be outlined, and participants learn how to recognize our core values within PNMs.

Building an Effective Chapter Social Media PresencePresenter: Bethany YostGrand Ballroom I

This program will focus on the key uses of chapter social media and how chapters can effectively create and maintain an updated and professional social media presence. This program will focus on how to use social media for PR and branding, recruitment, risk management, and event management and offer basic guidelines on how to achieve results online.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 28

EDUCATIONAL BLOCK VI |4 - 4: 50 p.m. Conflict Resolution: “Conflict Resolution: Wait, what?”Presenter: Kate WehbyAzalea

Is conflict between sisters a problem for your chapter? Most likely! It is never easy to deal with conflict, but in this interactive session you will learn how to handle difficult situations in your chapter with poise and confidence. You will discover how to keep unmanaged conflicts, disagreements and out-of-control emotions from harming both your personal relationships with sisters and your chapter.

There is Life after College: Making Alpha Sigma Tau Work for YouPresenters: Jamie Jones Miller, Tiffany Street, and Kristin WalkerLibrary

In this session you will learn how to use the skills you have developed as a member of Alpha Sigma Tau to be successful post-college.

Finding Passion Through PhilanthropyPresenter: Hannah MooreVeranda

Ever wonder why it is so hard to get members of your chapter excited for philanthropy? Do you hate having to make every mandatory? There are ways to make philanthropy mean something to your chapter. This session will highlight one chapter’s experience in finding and incorporating members’ passions into their philanthropic work. This session will allow time for participants to share ideas about philanthropy and service.

Goal Setting: What’s YOUR Plan of Action?Presenter: Sarah WildBuckhead I

As a sorority woman, you’re likely one of the busiest students on campus. With classes, sorority events, work, and more, you usually have a full schedule. Sometimes we want to dive right in to it all without having a clear sense of what we hope to achieve. Often this leads us to feel overwhelmed and overextended. This interactive workshop will teach participants how to create a plan of action for the year and how to say goodbye to being over-programmed!

A Perfect 10: Scoring and Selecting the Best New MembersPresenter: Ashley SmithBuckhead II

Alpha Sigma Tau has procedures for how to score and rank Potential New Members during recruitment to ensure that the process is guided by our core values. In this program, the procedures for membership selection will be outlined, and participants learn how to recognize our core values within PNMs.

Building an Effective Chapter Social Media PresencePresenter: Bethany YostGrand Ballroom I

This program will focus on the key uses of chapter social media and how chapters can effectively create and maintain an updated and professional social media presence. This program will focus on how to use social media for PR and branding, recruitment, risk management, and event management and offer basic guidelines on how to achieve results online.

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We believe that sororities change the world - for the better - every day. We believe that sororities help people become the best version of themselves. We believe that sororities matter - matter to people, communities, and the world. We believe that more people in Alpha Sigma Tau = a better world.

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10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. National Council Meeting

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10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Nominations Committee MeetingMexico City

SUNDAY, JUNE 29

SUNDAY AT A GLANCE

Delta Tau-Oakland University Rochester, MIThe Advisory Board of the Delta Tau Chapter wants to extend congratulations to the sisters on their chapter growth since the 2012 Convention. Over the past 2 years, the chapter has more than tripled in size! The Delta Tau Chapter now has 64 members. We are so proud and wish them continued success for all their future recruitment endeavors! Tau Love, Lisa-Marie Fredericks, Lauren Warren, Kathy Baecker, Katie VanGorder, and Kristin Elam

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Thank you Chris Covington, Tammy Bonifield and Alli Miller for your service to Alpha Sigma Tau upon your retirement from the

National Council! We celebrate and honor your numerous contributions to the advancement of the Sorority.

It has been a privilege to serve with such outstanding women. Above all, we are thankful for these sisters who

are more than friends…

With love and best wishes, Your fellow members of the 2012-2014 National Council

Jamie Jones Miller Tiffany Street Kristin Walker

Hi y’all, welcome to Convention!

The Collegians and Alumnae of

Upsilon Chapter, Central Arkansas, Conway Alpha Gamma Chapter, Henderson, Arkadelphia

Beta Rho Chapter, Arkansas Tech, Russellville

Thank you to THE ANCHOR team:

Carole Bicking Keily, Alpha Xi, Associate EditorRachel Carlson, Beta Eta, Design EditorMelanie Martin, Delta Eta, Photo Editor

Kirsten Newman Heck, Gamma Pi, Alumnae EditorBeverly Singel Molnar, Delta, Collegiate Editor

Staff Writers:Joanna Barrett, Epsilon Epsilon

Darcy Coulter, Epsilon XiLauren Crawford Welch, Delta Psi

Your talents and commitment produce an exceptional magazine for ΑΣΤ!

Tau love and much appreciation,

Erika Interested in serving on THE ANCHOR staff?

Email anchor@alphasigmatau.org

Renew that feeling now ...and every day!

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MEET OUR SPEAKERS

Dr. Lisa Dupnock, DeltaIndiana University of PennsylvaniaLisa Dupnock is an Assistant Professor at Indiana Univer-sity of Pennsylvania where she teaches Employment and Labor Relations. She became a mem-ber of Alpha Sigma Tau in 1995

and has been the Delta Chapter Advisor since 2006.

For more than 25 years, Lisa has worked in a variety of industries including hospitality, government, marketing, small business, healthcare and academia. She also serves on the board of several professional organizations and is an active member of the community.

Kate HayesEpsilon Iota AlumnaKate Hayes attended New York Institute of Technology where she became a founding member of the Epsilon Iota Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau. As a collegian she held the position of New Member Education Director,

Historian, and Social Chair. After graduating in 2009, Kate returned to Epsilon Iota serving as Chapter Advisor from 2010-2012. In 2013, she completed her master’s degree in human resources & employee relations with a concen-tration in employment law, specializing in organizational change and behavior at Pennsylvania State University. Kate currently works in the financial services industry as a Learning & Development Specialist, is certified from the Center for Applications of Psychological Type (CAPT), and is attending the New York University School of Continuing and Professional Studies, expanding her ex-pertise in the field of adult learning and leadership.

Amanda Feaganes, AlphaAlpha Chapter AdvisorAmanda is a 2004 graduate of Eastern Michigan University, where she earned a bachelor of science in English and a minor in communications. She works as a Program Director for KingCare, a non-profit child

care program. As a very active Alpha Sigma Tau alumna, Amanda has served as a District President, Chapter Consultant, and Alumnae Chapter President, is a member of Ypsilanti-Ann Arbor Alumnae Chapter, and has been the Alpha Chapter Advisor for seven years. In her spare time, Amanda coaches varsity competitive cheerleading and runs a freelance photography business. She and her husband Scott have two daughters, Julia, 13, and Layla, 3.

Kyle MartinBillhighwayKyle Martin is a Client Rela-tions Specialist at Billhighway.Kyle has deep experience in higher education, community relations, nonprofit manage-ment, marketing and develop-ment. Martin holds a bachelor

of business administration in marketing from Rochester College, and a master of business administration from Eastern Michigan University.

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MEET OUR SPEAKERS

Beth McOsker, Alpha LambdaNPC DelegateBeth graduated from Radford University with a bachelor’s de-gree in marketing and manage-ment and received her master’s degree in early childhood education from Old Domin-

ion University. She has served the Sorority as National Housing Director and in various roles with her alumnae association. She is currently the Alpha Sigma Tau NPC Delegate. Beth, a first grade teacher, also volunteers with her church, the Boy Scouts, and the booster clubs at her sons’ schools. She enjoys spending time outdoors, read-ing, and cooking. Beth and her husband Mike enjoy run-ning around after their two boys: Michael, a recent high school graduate, and Jonathan, who will be entering high school in the fall.

Carol Mooney, Alpha LambdaNPC DelegateCarol received a B.A. in social studies and history and a Span-ish minor from Radford Univer-sity and teacher certification from George Mason University. She has served Alpha Sigma Tau

as Chapter Consultant, Nominations, Awards and Policy and Positions committees and is currently a member of the Alpha Sigma Tau National Panhellenic Conference Delegation. She is a College Panhellenic Area Advisor and an Alumnae Panhellenic Area Coordinator. Carol is a member of the Northern Virginia Alumnae Chapter and currently serves as the Alumnae Chapter President and Alumnae Panhellenic Delegate. She is also a member of the Fraternal Government Relations Committee and participates in the lobby efforts on Capitol Hill in April. Carol recently served as the Interim Assistant Director for Fraternity and Sorority Life at George Mason Univer-sity. She and her husband live in Northern Virginia.

Jamie Jones Miller, PsiNational Vice President and NPC DelegateJamie graduated from James Madison University with a bachelor’s degree in interna-tional affairs. She continues to serve her alma mater as the current President of the

JMU Alumni Association and member of the JMU Alumni Board of Directors. Jamie has served Alpha Sigma Tau as an Educational Consultant and Chapter Advisory Board member and currently she is a Vice President on the National Council, a member of the NPC Delegation, and Vice President of the Alpha Sigma Tau National Founda-tion. Jamie is a member of the NPC Extension Commit-tee, is an NPC Area Advisor, and is a frequent program facilitator at regional Greek leadership conferences. Jamie has worked on Capitol Hill for ten years and is currently serving as Chief of Staff for Congressman Robert J. Wit-tman (VA-01). Jamie and husband Tim, Theta Chi, live in Vienna, VA with their two dogs, Duke and Gunnar.

Tim MillerThe George Washington UniversityA native of Atlanta, Tim cur-rently lives with his wife Jamie in Vienna, Virginia. Tim is the Associate Dean of Students at George Washington Uni-versity where he oversees

many aspects of Student Life and serves as an adjunct faculty member in the School of Public Health and Health Services. He volunteers in the community as a member of the Boards of both For Love of Children and Camp Kesem-GW. Tim is currently pursuing his doctorate in human and organizational learning at GW and is studying strategic decision making by University Presidents. In his spare time he enjoys playing with his band, running local races, gardening, and going on walks with his wife and their dogs Duke and Gunnar.

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MEET OUR SPEAKERS

Ashley Smith, PsiRecruitment SpecialistAshley has an undergraduate degree in health sciences with a concentration in public health from James Madison Univer-sity in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Ashley served as an Educational Consultant for Alpha Sigma Tau

during the 2012-2013 and is currently the Recruitment Specialist at Alpha Sigma Tau Headquarters. Ashley works as a recruitment coach with client chapters, aiding them to reach their true growth potential.

Hannah MooreGamma Gamma Chapter PresidentHannah Moore is a senior at University of West Alabama where she studies elementary education. Hannah has served as the Director of Collegiate-Alumnae Engagement, Director

of Philanthropy, and she is currently the president of the Gamma Gamma Chapter.

Dr. Theresa Osorio, Delta PhiLynn UniversityDr. Theresa Osorio has ex-tensive experience working within student affairs for the past eight years. Theresa joined Alpha Sigma Tau in 2007 as an alumnae affiliate of the Delta Phi Chapter at New York

University, while advising the Epsilon Theta Chapter at Farleigh Dickinson University (FDU). Theresa now lives in Florida where she volunteers as the Chapter Advisor for the Epsilon Epsilon Chapter at Johnson and Wales University in North Miami. Theresa received her gradu-ate and undergraduate degrees in Biology from FDU and recently completed her Ed.D in the educational leadership program at St. John’s University.

Gretchen Stahl ForanDirector of Membership GrowthGretchen holds a bachelor’s degree from Valparaiso Uni-versity in public relations and a master’s degree from Minne-sota State University, Mankato in the college student person-

nel program. She has eight years of experience working in fraternity and sorority life. Currently she serves as the Director of Membership Growth for Alpha Sigma Tau and has been in that role for three years. She also is the Chap-ter Advisor for the Pi Beta Phi chapter at Butler Univer-sity. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband Will and their dogs Maxwell and Riley.

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MEET OUR SPEAKERS

Kristin Walker, Alpha LambdaNational Vice PresidentKristin Walker has volunteered for Alpha Sigma Tau for 11 years in a variety of capaci-ties that allowed her to travel to over 20 chapters. Through working with members across

the country, it revealed a passion for working with college students. After teaching high school for seven years, she began pursuing her master’s degree in counselor educa-tion with an emphasis in student affairs at Clemson Uni-versity in South Carolina. Currently she is pursuing her Ph.D. in educational leadership with an emphasis in higher education while working full-time in Clemson’s career center. It is her passion for sorority membership and career development that inspires her dissertation work.

Kate Wehby, Gamma XiChapter Services SpecialistKate currently serves as a member of the Headquarters Staff as a Chapter Services Specialist. Kate holds a bach-elor of arts in political science and women and gender stud-ies from Grand Valley State

University in Allendale, Michigan, and a master of science in college student personnel administration from Illinois State University.

Sarah WildEducation SpecialistSarah, a native of New York, holds a master of science in student affairs counseling from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh. Sarah currently works with Alpha Sigma Tau Headquarters as a

Leadership Education Specialist. Prior to this role, she served as a Chapter Services Specialist, working with over 50 collegiate chapters. Additionally, Sarah volunteers for HazingPrevention.Org as the National Hazing Prevention Week Committee Chair.

Bethany Yost, Beta DeltaEducational ConsultantBethany, a member of the Beta Delta Chapter, holds a bachelor of arts in public relations and advertising from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Penn-sylvania. As an undergraduate, Bethany served as the Director

of Public Relations and Director of Collegiate-Alumnae Engagement for the Beta Delta Chapter. Additionally, she has experience in public relations, development, special events, and marketing through a variety of internships. Currently Bethany is an Alpha Sigma Tau Educational Consultant for the 2014-2015 academic year.

Tiffany Street, Delta MuNational Vice PresidentTiffany is a founding member of the Delta Mu Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau and currently serves on the National Council as National Vice President. Prior to this position, she served as the National Secretary and

Director of Extension for two terms. Additionally, Tiffany has chaired committees such as the National Headquar-ters Transition Committee and the Extension Task Force. She is very involved with the Junior League of Houston as well as serves on the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing Alumni Association Board of Directors and is the President of the Houston Vanderbilt Alumni Chapter. Professionally, Tiffany is an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner specializing in Vascular Surgery in Houston, Texas.

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• Candidate shows enthusiasm for Sorority and pride in her membership.• Candidate displays interest in acquiring knowledge about sorority life.• Candidate displays a friendly, outgoing attitude toward society, especially her peers.• Candidate presents an appearance and behavior which reflects the ideals of Alpha Sigma Tau.• Candidate may be nominated by a collegian or an alumna member.• Candidate must be nominated by a member who is not from the same chapter.• Voting is by collegians only.

COLLEGIATE TOP TAU CRITERIA

CONVENTION TOP TAU

• Candidate shows enthusiasm for Sorority and pride in her membership.• Candidate presents an appearance and behavior which reflects the ideals of Alpha Sigma Tau.• Candidate willingly contributes her time and energy to the success of this Convention.• Candidate cannot be a member of the Natioanl Council. A District President cannot be

nominated by a collegiate from the district she is serving.• Candidate may be nominated by a collegian or an alumna member.• Candidate must be nominated by a member who is not from the same chapter.• Voting is by alumnae only.

ALUMNAE TOP TAU CRITERIA

Cast your vote for the Mary Charles Adams Ashby Convention Top Tau at the Ballroom Office between

7 a.m. and 6 p.m on Saturday, June 28!

The Mary Charles Adams Ashby Convention Top Tau Award – named after Past National President Mary Charles Adams Ashby, Chi – is presented to a collegian and an alumna at each National Convention. The first Collegiate Convention Top Tau Award was presented in 1970 to Joanne Genova, Alpha Pi, who was also the first recipient of the Alumnae Convention Top Tau Award, which was initially presented in 1974. Voting for the 40th National Convention Top Tau is held at the Ballroom Office on Saturday until 6 p.m. Winners will be announced during the Yellow Rose Banquet Saturday evening.

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2014 TOP TAU RECIPIENTS

Alpha Epsilon, Western Illinois University Cali Edwards

Alpha Gamma, Henderson State University Jessi Andrews

Alpha Lambda, Radford University Taylor Wherrell

Alpha Omicron, Clarion University of Pennsylvania Marisa Mihalko

Alpha Phi, West Chester University of Pennsylvania Amanda Robinson

Alpha Pi, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Natalie Santoriello

Alpha Tau, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Jessica L. Smith

Alpha Xi, Mansfield University of Pennsylvania Megan Webster

Alpha, Eastern Michigan University Adrianna Duchene

Beta Chi, Ferris State University Nichole Conley

Beta Delta, Duquesne University Alexa Kriley

Beta Epsilon, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Elizabeth Stein

Beta Eta, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Stephanie Little

Beta Iota, Millersville University of Pennsylvania Amanda Allison

Beta Mu, Salisbury University Amanda Haller

Beta Nu, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Kelley Danielle Nelson

Beta Omega, Monmouth University Megan Poeschl

Congratulations to the following 2014 Collegiate Top Tau recipients!

Beta Phi, California University of Pennsylvania Caitlin Crall

Beta Rho, Arkansas Tech University Elizabeth Claire Hodgson

Beta Tau, University of Massachusetts Lowell Michelle Welch

Beta Upsilon, New Jersey Institute of Technology Brittani Fry

Beta Xi, Michigan Technological University Alexandra Zehnpfennig

Beta, Central Michigan University Britnie Bell

Delta Alpha, Gannon University Carissa Dolan

Delta Beta, Fairmont State University Sarah Elizabeth Stocker

Delta Delta, University of Illinois at Chicago Alexandra Sarich

Delta Epsilon, Marist College Ryan Farrell

Delta Eta, Belmont University Cassidy Brady

Delta Iota, JWU Providence Eileen Globokar

Delta Nu, Beloit College Katherine Hagberg

Delta Omega, Penn State Altoona Ariana Henderson

Delta Phi, New York University Sara Phenix

Delta Pi, Oglethorpe University Sofia Rodriguez

Delta Psi, JWU Denver Samantha Riley

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Delta Rho, Chowan University Elizabeth Hipple

Delta Sigma, University of the Sciences Rebecca Shatynski

Delta Tau, Oakland University Mindy Cao

Delta Theta, Moravian College Katelynn Strohl

Delta Upsilon, Saint Leo University Jessa Albert

Delta Zeta, East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Kelly Williams

Delta, Indiana University of Pennsylvania Claire Bertinet

Epsilon Alpha, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Samantha Massa

Epsilon Beta, University of Texas-Pan American Johanna Castaneda

Epsilon Delta, Rogers State University Emily Locker

Epsilon Epsilon, JWU North Miami Leslie Perez

Epsilon Eta, University of the Incarnate Word Valerie Pena

Epsilon Gamma, Armstrong Atlantic State University Rebecca Carter

Epsilon Iota, New York Institute of Technology Carrie Young

Epsilon Kappa, Trine University Kate Brock

Epsilon Lambda, Indiana University South Bend Megan Gillis

Epsilon Mu, SUNY University at Buffalo Erin Boynes

Epsilon Nu, McDaniel College Elise O’Meara

Epsilon Omicron, University of Southern Indiana Rachel Sievers

Epsilon Pi, Rhode Island College Nadine Mattson

Epsilon Rho, SUNY Geneseo Emily Verneuille

Epsilon Theta, Fairleigh Dickinson University Sarah Bosakowski

Epsilon Xi, Gustavus Adolphus College Anna Michel

Epsilon Zeta, University of Virginia’s College at Wise Jaime Robinson

Gamma Chi, William Paterson University Sara Shlesinger

Gamma Delta, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Emily Starvaski

Gamma Epsilon, SUNY Potsdam Emma Fillman

Gamma Gamma, University of West Alabama Audrey Cochrane

Gamma Lambda, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Stephanie Laub

Gamma Mu, West Virginia University Institute of Technology Brittany Doran

Gamma Omega, LaSalle University Erica Piazza

Gamma Pi, Lycoming College Amy Vaughn

Gamma Psi, Fitchburg State University Allyson Gnoza

Gamma Rho, Seton Hall University Briana Pascarelli

Gamma Tau, Lebanon Valley College Nicole Farber

Gamma Theta, Penn State Erie, The Behrend College Laura Pappas

2014 TOP TAU RECIPIENTS

Gamma Upsilon, California State University, Los Angeles Alicia Canzano

Gamma Xi, Grand Valley State University Brittney Farrell

Gamma Zeta, Frostburg State University Kellie Smith

Iota, Emporia State University Abbey Hope

Omicron, Concord University Laken Sutton

Phi, Southeastern Louisiana University Kayla Jane Hoover

Baltimore Alumnae Chapter Diane Raycob, Psi

Detroit-Northeast Suburban Alumnae Chapter Kristin Elam, Beta Eta

Erie Alumnae Chapter Shauna Jackson, Delta Alpha

Psi, James Madison University Heather Rucker

Rho, Southeastern Oklahoma State University Chelsea Connel

Sigma, SUNY Buffalo State Kelly Darcy

Upsilon, University of Central Arkansas Alexa Rae Adams

Zeta Tau, Longwood University Kelly Watts

Zeta, Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania Jessica Dugan

Visit the Alpha Sigma Tau National Foundation table this weekend to learn more about

scholarships, the silent auctions, or to purchase a rose for a

special sister or friend!

Congratulations to the following 2014 Alumnae Top Tau recipients!Northern Virginia Alumnae Chapter Margaret Huynh, Beta Mu

Southeastern Louisiana Alumnae Chapter Kazanna Mancuso, Phi

Tidewater Alumnae Chapter Cathy Polychroni, Psi

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WHO’S WHO

2012-2014 NATIONAL COUNCILNational President Christina Duggan Covington, Alpha LambdaNational Vice President Tamara Stegehuis Bonifield, Beta XiNational Vice President Jamie Jones Miller, PsiNational Vice President Allison Miller, PhiNational Vice President Tiffany Street, Delta MuNational Vice President Kristin Walker, Alpha Lambda

2012-2014 NPC DELEGATIONNPC Delegate Elizabeth Knaus McOsker, Alpha LambdaNPC 1st Delegate Carol Zorger Mooney, Alpha Lambda NPC 2nd Delegate Jamie Jones Miller, Psi NPC 3rd Delegate Joanne Rupprecht Walter, Psi

PAST NATIONAL PRESIDENTS1984-1986 Gail Shockley Fowler, Alpha Lambda1986-1992 Patricia Nayle, Phi 1996-2002 Martha Drouyor DeCamp, Alpha 2002-2008 Patricia Klausing Simmons, Delta

VOLUNTEER PERSONNELAcademics Coordinator Amy Sherman St. John, Zeta TauChaplain LaJoyce Hunter Brookshire, Beta Pi Historian Jennifer Marshall, Alpha Gamma Music Coordinator Carole Bicking Keily, Alpha XiNew Member Coordinator Christine Gravelle, Beta Xi

THE ANCHOREditor Erika McManus Bukva, Delta RhoAssociate Editor Carole Bicking Keily, Alpha XiAlumnae Editor Kirsten Newman Heck, Gamma PiCollegiate Editor Beverly Singel Molnar, DeltaDesign Editor Rachel Carlson, Beta EtaPhoto Editor Melanie Martin, Delta EtaStaff Writer Joanna Barrett, Epsilon EpsilonStaff Writer Kirsten Newman Heck, Gamma PiStaff Writer Carole Bicking Keily, Alpha XiStaff Writer Lauren Crawford Welch, Delta Psi

STANDING COMMITTEESGoverning Documents CommitteeChair Stacey Daniel Fragile, Gamma MuMember Tamara Stegehuis Bonifield, Beta XiMember Erika McManus Bukva, Delta RhoMember Emma Bunnell, PhiMember Rochelle Hargis, Alpha AlphaMember Jamie Jones Miller, PsiAlternate Kirsten Newman Heck, Gamma PiAlternate Julie Lauderman, Omicron

Nominations CommitteeChair Rita Bertolino, PhiMember Shel Hujarski Golob, Delta AlphaMember Sarah Hinshaw, Delta NuMember Amy San Fillippo, PhiMember Jaylee Underwood, Alpha EpsilonAlternate Margaret Thomas, Zeta Tau

Board of TrusteesChair Patricia Nayle, PhiSecretary Martha Drouyor DeCamp, AlphaMember Mary Glor Bolton, SigmaMember Carol Cooper, Zeta TauMember Jean Ryckman McNamara, SigmaMember Jamie Jones Miller, PsiMember Bobbie Nichols Tucker, Alpha Gamma

HEADQUARTERS STAFFExecutive Director Jim PaponettiDirector of Chapter Services Vacant Chapter Services Specialist Kate Wehby, Gamma XiEducational Consultant Olivia Hilton, Alpha LambdaEducational Consultant Bethany Yost, Beta DeltaDirector of Membership Growth Gretchen Stahl ForanRecruitment Specialist Ashley Smith, Psi Education Specialist Sarah WildEducational Consultant Morgan Shiflett, Alpha LambdaDirector of Operations Holly MorrisDirector of Finance Pam Myhre, Gamma Theta Chapter Finance Specialist Kellee Neary, Epsilon LambdaMember Engagement Coordinator Justina Solties, Gamma ThetaAdministrative Assistant Kelsey Moskwinski

NATIONAL FOUNDATION BOARDPresident Kristin Haskin, Beta PiVice President Rita Bertolino, PhiVice President Jamie Jones Miller, Psi

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SPECIAL THANKS

Alpha Sigma Tau extends sincere thanks to:

Guests and Friends Billhighway

Nationwide Insurance

University Composites

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Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead

Group Interative Networks

Chris Dickey, Parliamentarian

Julie Cain Burkhard, Phi Mu Foundation

Rachel Hale, Delta Eta

Table SponsorsRed Letter Everyday eMagazine

Tiffany K. Street

Buffalo Alumnae Chapter

Southeastern Louisiana Alumnae Chapter

Esther Fontenot Barrios

Herff Jones Greek Division

Presenters

Dr. Lisa Dupnock, Delta Chapter Advisor

Amanda Feaganes, Alpha Chapter Advisor

Kate Hayes, Epsilon Iota Alumna

Kyle Martin, Billhighway

Tim Miller, The George Washington University

Hannah Moore, Gamma Gamma Chapter President

Dr. Theresa Osorio, Epsilon Epsilon Chapter Advisor

Program and Flower SponsorsMJ Insurance Sorority Division

Martha (Belknap) DeCamp

Patricia Klausing Simmons

Delta Nu Chapter Collegians and Alumnae

Northern Virginia Alumnae Chapter

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PAST CONVENTION LOCATIONS

1. Detroit, Michigan 19252. Detroit, Michigan 19273. Buffalo, New York 19294. Denver, Colorado 19315. Cleveland, Ohio 19346. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 19367. St. Louis, Missouri 19398. Cincinnati, Ohio 19469. Detroit, Michigan 194910. Chicago, Illinois 195211. Roanoke, Virginia 195512. Buffalo, New York 195813. Washington, D.C. 196014. St. Louis, Missouri 196215. Detroit, Michigan 196416. Cincinnati, Ohio 196617. New Orleans, Louisiana 196818. Toronto, Canada 197019. Virginia Beach, Virginia 197220. Detroit, Michigan 1974

21. Birmingham, Alabama 197622. Natural Bridge, Virginia 197823. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 198024. Nashville, Tennessee 198225. Washington, D.C. 198426. St. Louis, Missouri 198627. New Orleans, Louisiana 198828. Richmond, Virginia 199029. Tulsa, Oklahoma 199230. Buffalo, New York 199431. Phoenix, Arizona 199632. Ypsilanti/Ann Arbor, Michigan 199833. Birmingham, Alabama 200034. St. Louis, Missouri 200235. Savannah, Georgia 200436. Orlando, Florida 200637. Chantilly, Virginia 200838. Birmingham, Alabama 201039. Indianapolis, Indiana 2012

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Congratulations to Alpha Sigma Tau on your 40th National Convention

in Atlanta, Georgia!

The Alumnae of the Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau wish to acknowledge the challenges faced and surmounted,

the knowledge acquired, and the dedication and hard work exhibited

by the Collegians and recent graduates of our chapter. It has been our pleasure getting to know each of you

and a privilege to watch you grow in STRENGTH, NUMBERS and SISTERHOOD!

The Collegians of Alpha Lambda embody beauty of spirit,

fulfillment of self, and an exceptional sisterhood,

and we, the alumnae, couldn’t be any prouder of you than we are.Anchored for Life!

On behalf of the Psi Chapter Advisory Board, Welcome to the 40th National

Convention!

Kendra Scott, Jamie Jones Miller, Pam Steele, Kendall Meyer Richards,

Cayte Merryman Brown, & Kaitlin Musloe

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NEARBY DINING

Jimmy John’s ($) | Sandwiches3324 Peachtree Rd NE

Jack’s New Yorker Deli ($) | Sandwiches3333 Piedmont Rd NE Ste 120

Subway Restaurants ($) | Sandwiches3280 Peachtree Rd NE #105

Chick-Fil-A ($) | Fast Food4285 Roswell Rd NE

Jason’s Deli ($) | Sandwiches3330 Piedmont Rd NE

Blue Chip Café ($) | Sandwiches3333 Peachtree Rd NE T-120

Caribou Coffee ($) | Café/Bakery3261 Peachtree Rd NE

Arby’s ($) | Fast Food11 Piedmont Rd NE

Starbucks ($) | Café/Bakery3330 Piedmont Rd NE

Piu Bello ($) | Italian3330 Piedmont Rd NE

Café 100 ($) | Café/Bakery3340 Peachtree Rd NE #1009

Maggiano’s Little Italy ($$) | Italian3368 Peachtree Rd NE

Sushi Bar Yu-Ka ($$) | Japanese3330 Piedmont Rd NE

Flying Biscuit Café ($$) | Southern3280 Peachtree Rd NE

Cantina Taqueria ($$) | Mexican3280 Peachtree Rd NE #150

Buckhead Pizza Co. ($$) | Pizza3324 Peachtree Blvd

Red Pepper Taqueria ($$) | Mexican3135 Piedmont Rd Northeast

McKinnon’s Louisiane ($$$) | Southern3209 Maple Dr NE

Del Frisco’s Grille ($$$) | American3376 Peachtree Rd NE

BrickTop’s ($$$) | American3280 Peachtree Rd NE Ste 100

Amura Buckhead Sushi ($$$) | Japanese3280 Peachtree Rd NE #110

Bistro Niko ($$$) | French3344 Peachtree Blvd

Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead Restaurants:Cassis ($$$) | AmericanOnyx ($$) | American Onyx at the Grand Coffee Bar ($) | Café/Bakery

This list contains restaurants within 15 minutes walking distance from the Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead. All indicated prices are courtesy of UrbanSpoon.