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THE NEWSLETTER OF THE AUSTIN ALUMNAE OF KAPPA ALPHA THETA JANUARY 2013 PAGE 1 A le!er from " Prident... With the hustling and bustling of the holidays behind us, it’s time to tackle the new year and put a few dates on the calendar to catch up with your Theta sisters. Number one on the list is Founder’s Day – we’re hosting our Founder’s Day event on the exact anniversary date this year so I hope you can join us for the program. We’ll continue our regular social club meetings for lunch, dinners and happy hours and we’ll pop in a few other fun events like a Springtime wine tasting, Fall cooking class, and annual coffee as well as all the great events at the house throughout the year. Check out the Theta Calendar in this newsletter for event dates and mark your calendar! But there are a few changes afoot in the chapter, since 1992, Kappa Alpha Theta has asked each alumna member to pay an annual per capita fee to the Fraternity through her alumnae chapter or directly to the Fraternity as a member at - large. The per capita fees support general Fraternity operations, attendance at Grand Convention by a delegate from each alumnae chapter in good standing, alumnae chapter liability insurance and ongoing support for alumnae programming. In addition, the Fraternity has added a full-time staff position to focus exclusively on the needs of alumnae, and has enhanced a number of programs and resources for alumnae chapters and members. To continue to fund the growth of our alumnae programming and chapter support, Grand Council has implemented an increase in the annual alumnae per capita fee to $30 per member, effective Jan. 1, 2013. The Austin Theta Alumnae will collect this per capita fee from its members through 2013. This fee is comparable to those charged by other National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) groups. It is also useful to remember that Theta’s current alumnae per capita fee of $15 has not changed in 10 years! The Fraternity is committed to serving all of its members for a lifetime. The modest increase in per capita fees will ensure that our members today and in the years to come are offered the very best alumnae membership experience. In turn, the Austin Theta Alumnae group will continue to use chapter dues to provide local opportunities for alumnae engagement and enrichment. I know it’s a lot of change at once! But we’ve restructured our dues collection a bit to help offset this change so we’ll only be increasing dues levels by $10 . Now is a great time to consider joining the Life Loyal program! By joining the Life Loyal program, you pay your per capita dues for life and you are not impacted by future changes to the per capita dues. You’ll still need to pay annual chapter dues that go directly to support the programs in Austin. Check out the program on the Life Loyal website for full details: http://lifeloyal.kappaalphatheta.org Loyally, Martta Howard President, Austin Theta Alumnae Theta Kite Flyer Find us on Facebook www.austin.kappaalphatheta.org Here's a toast to the future, A toast to the past, And a toast to our friends, far and near. May the future be pleasant; The past a bright dream; May our friends remain faithful and dear. --Anonymous In $% %su&.. CALENDAR 2 CURRENT EVENTS 2-3 BULLETIN BOARD 4 PHOTO GALLERY 5 FOUNDER’S DAY INVITATION 6 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FORM 7
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THE NEWSLETTER OF THE AUSTIN ALUMNAE OF KAPPA ALPHA THETA ! JANUARY 2013
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A le!er from " President...With the hustling and bustling of the holidays behind us, it’s time to tackle the new year and put a few dates on the calendar to catch up with your Theta sisters. Number one on the list is Founder’s Day – we’re hosting our Founder’s Day event on the exact anniversary date this year so I hope you can join us for the program. We’ll continue our regular social club meetings for lunch, dinners and happy hours and we’ll pop in a few other fun events like a Springtime wine tasting, Fall cooking class, and annual coffee as well as all the great events at the house throughout the year. Check out the Theta Calendar in this newsletter for event dates and mark your calendar!
But there are a few changes afoot in the chapter, since 1992, Kappa Alpha Theta has asked each alumna member to pay an annual per capita fee to the Fraternity through her alumnae chapter or directly to the Fraternity as a member at-large. The per capita fees support general Fraternity operations, attendance at Grand Convention by a delegate from each alumnae chapter in good standing, alumnae chapter liability insurance and ongoing support for alumnae programming. In addition, the Fraternity has added a full-time staff position to focus exclusively on the needs of alumnae, and has enhanced a number of programs and resources for alumnae chapters and members.
To continue to fund the growth of our alumnae programming and chapter support, Grand Council has implemented an increase in the annual alumnae per capita fee to $30 per member, effective Jan. 1, 2013. The Austin Theta Alumnae will collect this per capita fee from its members through 2013. This fee is comparable to those charged by other National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) groups. It is also useful to remember that Theta’s current alumnae per capita fee of $15 has not changed in 10 years!
The Fraternity is committed to serving all of its members for a lifetime. The modest increase in per capita fees will ensure that our members today and in the years to come are offered the very best alumnae membership experience. In turn, the Austin Theta Alumnae group will continue to use chapter dues to provide local opportunities for alumnae engagement and enrichment.
I know it’s a lot of change at once! But we’ve restructured our dues collection a bit to help offset this change so we’ll only be increasing dues levels by $10. Now is a great time to consider joining the Life Loyal program! By joining the Life Loyal program, you pay your per capita dues for life and you are not impacted by future changes to the per capita dues. You’ll still need to pay annual chapter dues that go directly to support the programs in Austin. Check out the program on the Life Loyal website for full details: http://lifeloyal.kappaalphatheta.org
Loyally,
Martta HowardPresident, Austin Theta Alumnae
Theta Kite Flyer
Find us on Facebook
www.austin.kappaalphatheta.org
Here's a toast to the future, A toast to the past, And a toast to our friends, far and near. May the future be pleasant; The past a bright dream; May our friends remain faithful and dear. --Anonymous
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CALENDAR! ! ! 2
CURRENT EVENTS! ! 2-3
BULLETIN BOARD! ! 4
PHOTO GALLERY! ! 5
FOUNDER’S DAY INVITATION! 6
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FORM! 7
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CASA CornerA new addition to our newsletter... we wi# keep you posted on updates and opportunities to be involved with CASA of Travis County.
Gift Card Collection A Success!Thank you to all who donated to our annual gift card drive. This year, we sent $245, which helped bring Christmas to 6 children. Everyone at CASA of Travis County was very appreciative and looks forward to our continued support.
CalendarJANUARY 8 6:30p
Board Meeting
JANUARY 11 11:45a
Tri-Board Lunch
Hyde Park Bar & Grill, 4206 Duval St.
JANUARY 27 2:00p
Founder’s Day Celebration
Alpha Theta House
JANUARY 31 6:30p
Social Club Dinner
Bartlett’s, 2408 W. Anderson Lane
FEBRUARY 7 (tentative)
Winter Coffee
The Domain
MARCH 12 6:30p
Board Meeting
MARCH 28 6:30p
Social Club Dinner
Austin Cake Ball Kitchen and Bar
APRIL DATES TBA:
Easter Egg Hunt at the Theta House
Tri-Sorority Event with Pi Phi and Kappa
Current EventsTrick or Treat!
ALPHA THETA HOUSEOCTOBER 30
Thank you to the active Thetas for another fun Halloween Party. From face painting to pumpkin and cookie decorating, to trick or treating through the house, it was fun for children of all ages!
Alumnae Christmas Party
219 WEST RESTAURANT AND BARDECEMBER 15
One of the best parts of the holidays is getting to spend time with those who are dear to you. This year’s event was an evening of delicious food, drink, and sisterhood... the perfect way to celebrate the season!
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Cookies with SantaALPHA THETA HOUSE
DECEMBER 2
If you didn’t make it to the annual Cookies with Santa event, then you missed out on some delicious treats (and recipes!), and you lost your chance to deliver your wish list to jolly old St. Nick!
We had a great turnout, including our youngest guest... 4 weeks old!
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LL E T I N BOARD
A way to post announcements, reminders, and opportunities to help each other out. This feature is also on the website. Have something to share? Email us!
ADVISORY BOARD POSITION AVAILABLEWant to get more involved? The Advisory Board is currently seeking a Panhellenic Advisor. For more information, contact Catherine Howell: [email protected]
FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS AVAILABLE!Scholarships: Scholarships are available to collegian and alumnae members of Kappa Alpha Theta in good standing with the Fraternity. Successful applicants will receive scholarships ranging from $1,000 – $12,000 for eligible academic expenses incurred during the 2013-2014 Academic Year.
The Scholarship Application is due Friday, March 1, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time
Grants: Did you know that Theta Foundation Grants are awarded to Alumnae as well as Collegians? There are three types of Foundation Grants: Education grants are for non-degree programs that provide knowledge and skills for a particular purpose. Educational programs are of a specific nature or level which would enlighten, guide, train, or develop the individual, including, but not limited to, certification and job advancement opportunities.Leadership grants are for programs that advance personal development and leadership skills. Leadership programs provide tools to achieve new insights, build effective teams, or enhance society in a wider influence for good, including, but not limited to, conflict management, group dynamics, vision setting, goal or priority setting, and ethical decision making.Service-learning grants are for programs focused on service that provide meaningful, tangible results and fulfill a need unique to a particular geographic area or population.
Applications for chapter and individual grants are available year-round and are due quarterly.· Quarter 3: Application deadline December 19, 2012 for programs beginning on or after February 1, 2013· Quarter 4: Application deadline March 19, 2013 for programs beginning on or after May 1, 2013
To view an overview of eligibility requirements and application instructions visit the Foundation’s website: http://www.kappaalphathetafoundation.org/receive/apply-now/
AUSTIN ALUMNAE PANHELLENIC SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLEIf you know a deserving collegiate Theta whose hometown is Austin (zip code begins with 787- or 786-), encourage her to apply! The application deadline is March 6, 2013. Visit our online Bulletin Board for the Information Letter and Application. Questions? Contact Debbie Willson: [email protected]
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A Note &om our Social Club Chairs...
In effort to increase participation,
the standing Social Club events
will be moved to the last
Thursday of every other
month, but other impromptu
events will be mixed in, so watch your inbox!
Photo Gallery... Pictures &om our recent Monthly Social Club Events
Yes, I will attend Founders Day and my check for $15 is enclosed.* *Please make check payable to Austin Alumnae of Kappa Alpha Theta and memo Founders Day.
No, I will not be able to attend Founders Day but have enclosed a Friendship Fund contribution.The suggested contribution is $1 for each year of membership. ** **Please make check payable to Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation and memo Friendship Fund.
The Friendship Fund is a tangible expression of Theta’s love and concern for her sisters experiencing severe financial distress, catastrophic i#ness, natural disaster, and urgent family crisis. It was established by the Fraternity in 1926 to help Theta alumna in need. A gi( &om the fund is given without expectation of repayment. The request and disbursement of the gi( are confidential; therefore the fu# measure of the gi( and the importance of this program are not fu#y realized. Last year, 42 Thetas experienced Theta love enfold them when they received an unexpected gi( &om the Friendship Fund to help them through a personal crisis. On average, they received $2,242 and combined they received over $94,000.
NAMEADDRESS
PHONEE-MAIL
COLLEGE CHAPTERYEAR INITIATED
You are invited to attend the Austin Alumnae Chapter of Kappa Alpha Theta
Founder’s Day CelebrationJanuary 27, 2013
Kappa Alpha Theta House2401 Pearl Street
Free valet parking available
Check in begins at 2:00pm Program will begin at 2:30pm
Cost is $15 if received before January 24th, or $20 at the doorCost is waived for 50 and 75-year anniversary Thetas
Please RSVP with your check and reply card below to:Lyndsey Escobar
3220 Amy Donovan Plaza, #10209Austin, Texas 78758
Questions? Email [email protected]
Bring a Theta friend and join your sisters for a day of celebrating 143 years of sisterhood!
Kappa Alpha Theta Alumnae Dues Sheet and Directory Listing 2013
Welcome to the new year of Kappa Alpha Theta! We look forward to your active membership! Please support the Theta Alumnae projects and activities by returning your form and check by March 1, 2013.
Note: Our fiscal year runs from January 1 – December 31, 2013.
Please complete the following information for our records and for the 2013 Alumnae Directory(published no later than June 1, 2013):
Name ____________________________________________________________________________________________Please print: ! First! ! ! Maiden! ! ! Married! ! ! Husband’s Name
Theta Chapter, School and Pledge Year ___________________________________________________________
Mailing Address and Zip __________________________________________________________________________
Telephone (Home) ___________________ (Work) ___________________ (Cell) __________________________
Email ____________________________________________________________________________________________
Occupation/Employer ____________________________________________________________________________
Employer or personal website (if you would like it listed) _________________________________________
I want to be more involved in Theta:_____ Alpha Theta House Corp! ! ! ! _____ Alpha Theta Advisory Board_____ Programs Committee! ! ! ! ! _____ Alpha Theta Recruitment_____ Alumnae Chapter Officer Role! ! ! ! _____ Manage Alumnae Website!_____ Call me!! My skills might meet Theta needs!!! ! _____ Directory Chair
We need your input! What types of meetings/events/service projects would you like to see?
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Dues:%% _____ Benefactor**%% % % $ 100.00% _____ Twin Star**% % % % $ 75.00% %% _____ Theta Angel**%% % % $ 65.00%% _____ Regular%% % % % $ 55.00% %% _____ 2012 Graduate%% % % FREE for the first year% _____ Optional Donation to the
% % % Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation% $________
*The alumnae dues remitted to nationals is now $30*
*Life Loyal members do not pay national dues, so deduct $30 from your total*
Total%% % % % $________**Benefactor, Twin Star, and Theta Angel Memberships provide additional funding to support our
organization and the donations we make to support the Alpha Theta chapter at UT-Austin
Make your check payable to Kappa Alpha Theta Austin Alumnae
Mail this form and your check to:! Jill Uhlenhop, Treasurer! ! ! ! ! Austin Theta Alumnae Group ! ! ! ! ! 10710 Winchelsea Dr! ! ! ! ! Austin, TX 78750
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In Memo(am...
Austin Alumnae of Kappa Alpha ThetaP.O. Box 26476Austin, Texas 78755-0476
On December 7, Meagan “May” Rough was laid to rest after sustaining injuries in a car accident in Lubbock. Her family and our Texas Tech sisters have appreciated the amazing support from Thetas across the country; they will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. On behalf of the Austin alumnae chapter, we have made a donation to her Memorial Fund, but if you would like to make an additional contribution, there are three options:
1) A Meagan "May" Rough Memorial Fund has been established at Wells Fargo for those who wish to donate directly to the family for medical bills and the like. Any monies not used for medical expenses will be distributed according to the family's wishes.
2) Donations may be made in memory of May directly to CASA of the South Plains. The address for CASA of the South Plains is #24 Briercroft Office Park, Lubbock, Texas 79412.
3) Donations may be made to the Kappa Alpha Theta Education Foundation and mailed to Elizabeth Cavin Thomasson, 5531 Woodrow Road, Lubbock, TX 79424-6531.
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