Old Dominion Alumnae Club of Alpha Gamma Delta

The Alumnae Panhellenic Association of Washington, DC will award scholarships for the 2013-2014 academic year to qualified applicants. This past year, the Association awarded three scholarships of $850 each. We hope to award at least the same amount of money this year, and reserve the right to determine how many scholarships will be awarded and in what amount. The applicant eligibility criteria are as follows: (1) Member in good standing of a fully participating sorority of the National Panhellenic Conference; (2) Rising sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student in Fall 2013; and (3) From the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area or attending school in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. This means that you do NOT have to be from the area to apply -- for example, you could be from Atlanta and be attending George Washington University in Washington DC Additionally, 'graduate' school may be a professional school such as law, medical or pharmacy Applications are due b

Photo of the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington's tree at Westfield Montgomery and Wheaton Festival of Trees ODAC members, friends and family can vote for the POB tree in the Festival of Trees at Westfield Montgomery mall and Westfield Wheaton mall until December 24th and the winning tree at each mall will receive $1,500! Just go to the concierge and place your vote for the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington. Please help us to spread the word! Thanks! Michele Hartlove *** Do you have something you'd like to share with your ODAC sisters? Email it to us at odacagd@gmail.com !

You're invited to our most popular event of the year...  Annual Holiday Party & Squirrel Exchange Thursday, December 6 @ 7PM Lori Cuomo's home in Clifton, VA Lori is once again reprising her role as gracious hostess for this festive get together. ( Thank you Lori! ) Join us for refreshments and catch up with some of your sisters you may not have see this year or meet some new sisters to the area. Bring an Alpha Gam inspired ornament or gift (think squirrels, roses, red, buff, green!) under $8 for the yankee swap/white elephant exchange. Homemade ornaments and regifted squirrels are welcome too! Planning on attending the NVAPA Scholarship Fundraising play? Judy will have the tickets for The Full Monty at the party for you to pick up! Click here to RSVP and bring your money to the party with you or mail it to Treasurer Erin!  If you have any questions, please email us at odacagd@gmail.com . We look forward to seeing you in December! Sell Tickets th

Alumnae: Are you interested in receiving only electronic versions of the Quarterly? Complete this form to be add to our electronic-only subscription: http://www.alphagammadelta.org/alleq (Note: This is an option for alumnae only. By opting in to the electronic-only subscription, alumnae will no longer receive the spring or falls issues as print copies in the mailbox. Instead, alumnae will receive four electronic versions to their email inbox. Collegians must continue to receive the spring and fall print copies to their home address.)

Groups supporting or offering diabetes education, research, summer camps for children with diabetes and care and treatment of diabetic patients are all eligible for grants from the Foundation. Download an application. Applications must be received by January 31, 2013.

Below are the offices up for election this spring. The President and Treasurer offices are two year terms and will be up for election in 2014! Vice President She must be able to organize member and telephone calling lists. She must have the ability to meet and greet others with warmth and enthusiasm. She should have excellent communication skills. She must be able to assume the duties and responsibilities of the President in her absence or at her call. Recording Secretary She must be able to translate the spoken word into written with clarity and accuracy, be meticulous in detail, be able to type, be prompt in completing minutes and be faithful in attendance at meetings. Permanent Secretary She must be able to work alone, be conscientious in keeping accurate and up‐to‐date records, be neat and accurate in details. It is desirable that she have a wide knowledge of members over many years. Editor She must have the ability to write in an interesting style, have knowledge o

This summer at International Convention, Alpha Gamma Delta honored three incredible women as 2012 Distinguished Citizens for their commitment and contributions to their communities, their government and to women in need. It is now time to begin the process of selecting the Distinguished Citizens to be honored at Convention 2014. Nominations must be submitted by Friday, January 25, 2013. Nominees Sisters in Good Standing who have made outstanding contributions and achievements in various fields and professions or in volunteer service in their local or religious communities are eligible for nomination. The achievements of the nominees should be unique and should clearly rise above and beyond all levels of expectation. Fields considered are: the arts, business, education, government, public service, religion, science and social service. In addition, nominees should have a connection to the Fraternity in alumnae life, such as being a member of an alumnae chapter or club, a speaker at In

The Fall 2012 issue of the Rose Garden is now available! Check it out below!  Do you know a sister who you think deserves to be in the spotlight? Is there a sister that you'd like to get to know a little more? Nominate them to be featured in the next issue of the Rose Garden!  We would love to see some new faces in the Rose Garden for the Winter issue - please send your photos, news and even articles if you'd like to share! Email anything you'd like to include in the next newsletter to Editor Heather at heatherrider24@gmail.com!

You're invited to our most popular event of the year...  Annual Holiday Party & Squirrel Exchange Thursday, December 6 @ 7PM Lori Cuomo's home in Clifton, VA Lori is once again reprising her role as gracious hostess for this festive get together. ( Thank you Lori! ) Join us for refreshments and catch up with some of your sisters you may not have see this year or meet some new sisters to the area. Bring an Alpha Gam inspired ornament or gift (think squirrels, roses, red, buff, green!) under $8 for the yankee swap/white elephant exchange. Homemade ornaments and regifted squirrels are welcome too! Planning on attending the NVAPA Scholarship Fundraising play? Judy will have the tickets for The Full Monty at the party for you to pick up! Click here to RSVP and bring your money to the party with you or mail it to Treasurer Erin!  If you have any questions, please email us at odacagd@gmail.com . We look forward to seeing you in December! Sell Tickets th

We hope that you're enjoying your Thanksgiving, whether it's sitting on the couch watching the parade or in the kitchen preparing for your big meal or getting ready to head out for some midnight Black Friday shopping.  Happy Thanksgiving Sisters! 

Over the years, the promise and friendship of Alpha Gamma Delta has been kept alive by inspiring women like you, who have been impressively generous with their time and talents, living out a lifelong commitment to being here for one another and preserving the very purpose of our Fraternity. Think of the meaningful impact if we combine your dues commitment with that of 80,000 of our alumnae sisters! Your Alumnae Dues support initiatives like the following: Over 600 members received operational training at International Convention 2012.  Approximately 500 collegians will receive training at our upcoming The Leadership Conference (TLC).  At least 800 new sisters will join ΑΓΔ in the next three semesters due to extension efforts.  Collegiate and alumnae member development programming will continue to evolve and develop.  About 50 women are added each year through the alumnae initiate program.  A staff member at International Headquarters is completely dedicated to alumnae support

The Foundation provides grants to alumnae for a variety of educational programs. These Continuing Education Grants are limited to $500 per grant, with a $2,000 maximum lifetime total. There is no set timetable for Continuing Education Grant Applications. You may apply anytime. Download an application.

Congratulations to all Alpha Gams who received a new Honor of Epsilon Pi award at International Convention 2012 in St. Louis. See a complete list of all Honors of Epsilon Pi award recipients.

Starting this month, applications for Foundation scholarships can be completed online ! Applications for both undergraduate and graduate scholarships will be available on or before November 30. Each year there are scholarships that are unable to be awarded because sisters do not apply. Don’t miss this opportunity to reduce some of the financial stress of your education. The Foundation wants to help you. Online applications will make applying for scholarships easier than ever! Applicants will send requests for recommendations and transcripts via email. Applicants will be able to monitor the status of their application during the process. (No more wondering if your transcript or recommendation made it to the Foundation's office!) Applicants can ensure their applications are submitted by the deadline. You don’t have to wait on the postal or other delivery service. Helpful Items to Have BEFORE Beginning Your Application:  Cumulative grade point average as of January 1, 2013 

Wednesday, November 7 at 8:00 PM George Mason Regional Library 7001 Little River Turnpike Annandale, VA Shop TOP vendors like Thirty-One, Origami Owl, Mary Kay, and MANY others in NVAPA’s first Fall Fling.  Participating vendors will donate 10% or more of sales to the NVAPA Scholarship Fund. All orders placed during the event will be delivered prior to the Holidays. Shop for the Holidays and help NVAPA’s Scholarship Fund. Contact our Panhellenic Representative Judy if you have any questions!

Join us for an event in your neighborhood! Attend just one event or attend a few - it's up to you! Monday, November 5th @ 6:30PM Toby Keith's I Love This Bar (Potomac Town Center) 15200 Potomac Town Pace Ste. 100 Woodbridge, VA 22192 Join hostess Katie at Toby Keith's I Love This Bar in Woodbridge! For more info on TK's I Love This Bar, visit http://countrybarca.com/ . If you have any questions, contact Katie ! Thursday, November 8th @ 5:30PM Greene Turtle in Fairfax (at Old Town) 3950 University Drive Suite 209, Fairfax VA 22030 Join hostess Heather for happy hour and/or dinner at the Green Turtle in Fairfax at Old Town! For more info on the Greene Turtle, visit http://www.thegreeneturtle.com/location/Fairfax-at-Old-Town . If you have any questions, please email Heather . Friday, November 9th @ 6:00 PM Join hostess Christina for a two-part girls night out! If you have any questions, please email Christina ! 6:00 PM Mani/Pedis at Angel Nails

Join Chesapeake Alumnae Chapter for their fundraising event Shop for a Cause on Sunday, November 4th from 11 AM to 3:30 PM. There'll be 20 vendors to fill all your shopping needs as well as a bake sale to meet your sweet needs! There is a $1 suggested donation at the door and all proceeds benefits the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation!

Have some exciting news and/or photos to share with your sisters - get a promotion at work, take an amazing trip, send your kids off to school for the first (or last) time? Send your news and photos to Editor Heather at  heatherrider24@gmail.com  or tweet them to  @ODACAGD ! But hurry, last call for news and photos is October 25th!

We are looking for hostesses for Alpha Gam in the Neighborhood during the week of November 4 - 10! If you're interested in hosting sisters in YOUR neighborhood, email us at odacagd@gmail.com . Being a hostess is easy! All you have to do is pick a day and time during the week above, pick an activity (like dinner, happy hour, movie, hayride, your choice!), and let us know! Then make any reservations that might be necessary and have a great time with your sisters!

Junior Circle Happy Hour at Cheeseburger in Paradise (Woodbridge, VA) Friday, October 19th @ 6PM Let's get a drink with an umbrella to reminisce about summer! Join us starting 6PM but no worries if you can’t make it at the start time. Sisters will still be around a later time! Please RSVP so that we know to keep an eye out for you! Bring your bathing suit; it’s a hot tub after party at our sister Emmaline’s house!

Hello all! My name is Sami Smyth and I am a member of Theta Chi chapter from Virginia Tech. Currently, I am an AmeriCorps member at the Greenbrier Learning Center in South Arlington. GLC provides affordable and fun afterschool and summer programs for low-income third to fifth graders at three sites. On October 14, 2012, we will be participating in the Accumen Solutions Race for a Cause to try and raise money for GLC, as well as 9 other non-profits in the area. We earn money based on how many people sign up for the race and select GLC. The best part about signing up and selecting GLC? You don’t have to show up for the race for your registration to count towards us! Essentially, you would be donating the registration fee to the 10 non-profits that are participating. We would really appreciate your help!! Thank you so much from myself and the rest of the members of the GLC team!! Sami Smyth Ssmyth90@vt.edu Registration Website: http://communications.acumensolutions.com/Therace

On Sunday, September 30, 285 women were welcomed to Alpha Gamma Delta sisterhood at University of South Carolina in Columbia, marking the largest colonization effort in Alpha Gamma Delta's history. Throughout the colonization effort, Alpha Gamma Delta hosted several recruitment events: six infosessions, an open house during Parents Weekend, four days of interviews and five invitational events. The selection of 285 women brings Alpha Gamma Delta to a chapter size comparable to the other Greek groups on campus. "The women I met during the colonization process repeatedly mentioned their desire to help others and to be dedicated to their studies. These women are leaders and scholars and will be the foundation of a great chapter for years to come," said Liz Harriss York, International Vice President-Extension. "I am so thankful for all of the efforts of our volunteers and staff members that worked together to make this a proud, historical moment for Alpha Gamma Del

Join us as we Step Out as volunteers for the National Capital Area Walk to Stop Diabetes. The volunteering will begin between 6-8 AM. Duties will depend on the number of volunteers. I encourage everyone to come out and give their support! (We will be sure to get some coffee ;) )Family and friends are more than welcome to join us - just RSVP for them as well! ODAC will be meeting at National Harbor. Please indicate if you are interested in carpooling when you RSVP. ( Parking and metro transportation information from National Capital ADA. ) Please RSVP to volunteer by Saturday, October 13. Don't forget to indicate your t-shirt size!

Mark Tuesday January 22 on your calendar and plan to enjoy "The Full Monty" at the Little Theatre of Alexandria . This is the big fundraiser for the Northern Virginia Alumnae Panhellenic Association scholarships. Each sorority is expected to sell 10 tickets at $20 each which includes not only the play itself but a 30 minute reception before and a shorter one at the intermission. Such a deal! If you haven't seen "The Full Monty", you should and if you've seen it once, you will want to see it again.

Just a reminder - Alpha Gam Always is at 11am next Sunday, September 16th at Kay's home in Fairfax! We are looking forward to seeing everyone and hopefully meeting some new sisters! Don't forget to RSVP and feel free to email us at odacagd@gmail.com if you have ANY questions!

Join us for the ODAC sponsored Junior Circle Happy Hour at La Tasca in Arlington on Tuesday, September 18th! Event management for Olé! ODAC sponsored Junior Circle Happy Hour at La Tasca! powered by Eventbrite First Alpha Gamma Delta event with us? Feel free to reach out in case you have a question, need a ride, etc to  odacagd@gmail.com At La Tasca you can enjoy an assortment of tapas as well as relax with a glass of sangria. If you would like to know more about La Tasca, please visit the following website: http://www.latascausa.com/site/

Dear ODAC Members: I am in search of an Assistant to the Director staff member for the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington (POB).  This is an entry level position that assists with POB's two big fundraising events--the American Girl Fashion Show and the Night of Vision gala. Please see the job description for more information. If you or someone you know is interested, please have them contact me as soon possible. Warm regards, Michele

Alpha Gam is for always - it doesn't end with graduation!  Please join us for a brunch buffet at ODAC's Alpha Gam Always 2012 on Sunday, September 16th. As our first official event of the year, you can meet as well as reconnect with sisters from all over the DC metro area! We encourage you to share this event invitation with sisters in the area we may have missed. No need to bring anything to the event, just come and enjoy!  Please try and arrive before 12 so you don't miss any of the fun! If you need anything, including a ride, further directions, or if you have a question please reach out to us at ODACAGD@gmail.com and one of our club officers will get back to you. RSVP by clicking the ' Register Now! ' button below! Online Ticketing for ODAC Alpha Gam Always 2012 powered by Eventbrite

Alumnae members whose sororities are not represented at George Mason University are needed to staff the Preference Signing computers for the last day of recruitment there. This will be Sunday September 9 beginning at 2 pm for training and going until approximately 5 pm. You may sign up for all or part of the time. Contact Carol Mooney no later than September 3 with your name, cell phone, email and say you are from Alpha Gamma Delta. Her email is czm.va75@cox.net . Dress is casual and don't forget to wear your badge!

Thank you to everyone who was able to come out to our two summer events! We hope you had a wonderful time and can't wait to see you on Sunday September 16th at Alpha Gam Always ! The Nationals triumphed over the Mets on Friday, August 17th and we even saw a GRAND SLAM! On Tuesday, August 21st, Junior Circle ladies gathered at Rock Bottom Brewery at Ballston Mall. We had a great time catching up with old AND new friends. Can't wait till the next Junior Circle happy hour at La Tasca in Arlington on Tuesday, September 18th!

Join us for the ODAC sponsored Junior Circle Happy Hour! Come out and celebrate what we have left of summer at Rock Bottom Brewery on Tuesday August 21st 2012 at 5 PM. Don't worry if you can't get there right at 5 and if you are new to us please look for the girls with the stuffed squirrel. We can't WAIT to see our sisters!!! Please don't forget to RSVP so we know to look for you! And while we're calling it a Junior Circle event, everyone is welcome! 

Hot off the presses! Check out the Summer 2012 issue of the Old Dominion newsletter, The Rose Garden : IN THIS ISSUE: Cover - President Mail: just a few words from our fearless president Katie. Page 2 - Squirrels just wanna have fun! Check out what some of your ODAC sisters have been up to this summer. Page 3 - 2012-2013 Calendar of events: be sure to print this page and put it up on your fridge, in your office, keep one in purse - so you'll always know when the next great ODAC event is! Page 4 - Meet your 2012-2013 Alumnae Officers! Get to know all of the officers a little better. Page 6 - Convention Recap: Thank you to Michele and Christina, who both wrote amazing recaps of their time at Convention in July! Page 8 - Upcoming Colonization Opportunities Page 9 - ODAC Membership Form - we hope you'll consider becoming a member this year in ODAC! ***** Do you have exciting news to share or a great photo to show your sisters? Have a creative article or blog post fo

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Join Old Dominion Alumnae Club at the ballpark to watch the Washington Nationals play the New York Mets on Friday, August 17th @ 7:05PM. Meet outside the Centerfield entrance (just a short walk down Half Street from the Navy Yard Metro stop) at 5:30PM for happy hour at the Scoreboard Walk Bar or contact Katie to arrange your ticket pickup for another time. Say goodbye to the summer with a game and your sisters! This event is open to everyone, including friends, family, significant others, etc! We are buying the tickets at least ten days before the game, so please RSVP by the 5th so we know who to buy tickets for! If you choose to send your check in or pay at the game and we purchase a ticket for you, please realize you're committing to purchasing a ticket and are expected to pay even if you don't end up attending the game. Washington Nationals vs. New York Mets Friday, August 17, 2012 at 5:30 PM Nationals Ballpark 1500 South Capitol St., SE Washington, DC 20003

Dear Alpha Gam sisters: The Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington (POB) was nominated as one of WTOP's Best Charities! Please consider voting for POB! You can only vote today through this Friday, July 20th! Please help us by voting and encouraging your friends and family to do the same! To vote, visit: http://www.wtop.com/?nid=1140&sid=2937361&lb=true&cat=charity THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! Hope to see some of you at Convention! Enjoy your summer! Loyally, Michele

Even though we celebrated the first day of summer just a few days ago, lots of undergraduate women are looking forward to the fall semester and recruitment. If you know of any potential new members that are going through recruitment in the fall, consider filling out a Recruitment Information Form to help Alpha Gam on her campus get to know her before recruitment! Recruitment Information Forms (RIFs) are completed by collegian or alumna members in Good Standing to provide information or a recommendation for a potential new member. RIFs can be mailed directly to collegiate chapters. Legacy Introduction Forms (LIFs) are completed by members collegian or alumna members in Good Standing to provide information about a legacy and to introduce the potential new member to the a chapter. LIFs can be mailed directly to collegiate chapters. Please note that if you are filling out a LIF, you no longer need to fill out a RIF in addition to the LIF. Click here to visit the Recommend a Member pa

The Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation is pleased to announce the reelection of three members and the election of two new members to the Board of Trustees. Janis Lang Bartosz, Zeta Delta – Towson University, joins the Board as a newly elected Trustee. Professionally, Janis brings business, strategy management and information technology experience to the Foundation through her work at Ciena Corporation, in Linthicum, Maryland, which focuses on optic, Ethernet and network automation. Janis is a long‐serving Fraternity volunteer on both the local and International level including service as Chesapeake Alumnae Chapter President, Zeta Delta Chapter Advisor, Province Director and Alumnae Development Specialist. She wears the Arc of Epsilon Pi with Diamonds. Janis received her Bachelor of Arts from Towson University and her Master of Arts from Loyola College. Sue Maggio Sim, Sigma – University of Illinois, also joins the Board as a newly elected Trustee. Sue recently retired as Senior Vice Pres

Alpha Gamma Delta was officially founded on May 30, 1904 at the home of Dr. Wellesley Perry Coddington, a professor at Syracuse University who was instrumental in the early development of Alpha Gamma Delta. Each of the Fraternity's 11 founders were progressive women who selflessly contributed to the foundation and growth of Alpha Gamma Delta. Since the founding, collegiate chapters have been installed at 186 colleges and universities across North America and more than 160,000 women have become Alpha Gam sisters. Guided by our Purpose, Alpha Gamma Deltas are impacting our communities and contributing to the world's work. For more information on this video and more, visit From The Archives . Happy Founder's Day to each and every Alpha Gamma Delta! 

“The Alpha Gam today seems to me as much of a founder as those of May 1904. She has a greater load, a greater sphere, a larger equipment, a mighty responsibility.” Founder Emily Helen Butterfield Don’t miss out on this important opportunity to support Alpha Gamma Delta! Since our founding, Alpha Gamma Delta has touched the lives of over 155,000 women. Now, more than ever, we have a greater responsibility to serve our members in a relevant and meaningful way that can only be done with your help. Alumnae Dues supports many Fraternity initiatives, from collegiate chapter development and extension opportunities to volunteer initiatives and alumnae programming. Your $40 contribution makes a true impact, providing the Fraternity with the sustainability to extend our reach and the means to exceed our Purpose. You can pay your Alumnae Dues in two ways: 1. Online. (This is a secure method of payment.) 2. By Mail: Mail a $40 check to Alpha Gamma Delta 8710 N. Meridian St. Indianapoli

The Leadership Institute-Women with Purpose, Inc. is pleased to announce the selection of Tonja Eagan , a native of Indianapolis and experienced nonprofit executive leader, as the new CEO and Executive Director , effective June 1, 2012. Eagan says, “Women’s leadership is integral to my life as I have benefitted from mentors and experiences that have taught me that a woman has the right and responsibility to achieve her fullest potential. The Leadership Institute – Women With Purpose is becoming the premier national leadership organization providing quality leadership training to women. I am honored to be part of a team who  believes every woman has the potential to develop into a strong leader.” Eagan earned a Master’s in Public Affairs from the Center on Philanthropy & School of Public and Environmental Affairs of Indiana University. As a credentialed Certified Fund Raising Executive she has extensive fundraising and consulting experience and has led nationally renowned program

SPRING 2012  ( View the PDF. ) Page 3 - Fraternity News Apps to Know Page 8 - The Power of Your Voice Know the Impact You Can Make Page 14 - Collegiate News Gifting Books Page 23 - Pearls of Wisdom The Feast of Roses View additional collegiate chapter and alumnae recap reports. View the crossword answers. WE NEED YOU! Letters to the Editor—Deadline:  July 1 .   Spot a Squirrel—Deadline:  July 1 .  The Communications and Marketing Team at IHQ wants to hear from you. Share your ideas and stories by e-mailing  quarterly@alphagammadelta.org .

Alpha Gamma Delta is pleased to announce we will be recolonizing our Delta Eta Chapter at San Diego State University . Specific timing of the recolonization will be shared as soon as it’s finalized. “Alpha Gamma Delta is pleased to have the opportunity to recolonize our Delta Eta Chapter at San Diego State University,” said Stephannie Sack Bailey, Executive Director. “San Diego State is a true community, where 60 percent of its graduates stay in the San Diego area. We look forward to contributing to the San Diego State community and the opportunity to continue the legacy of Delta Eta Chapter.” A public institution comprised of more than 26,000 undergraduate students, San Diego State University is the oldest and largest higher education institution in the San Diego region. Renowned for its academic excellence, the university is home to top-ranking programs in education, international business, social work, speech-language pathology, biology and public administration. Click here t

Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity is pleased to announce the installation of Lambda Alpha -  St. Joseph’s College, Patchogue and Lambda Beta -  St. Joseph’s College, Brooklyn on Saturday, May 5, 2012. These chapters are the 187th and 188th installed chapters of Alpha Gamma Delta and are the only National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) groups on both campuses.  Lambda Alpha Lambda Beta Collegians from Zeta Tau-Seton Hall University served as members of the initiating team. Liz Harriss York, International Vice President-Extension, served as the Installing Officer. “It was a pleasure for me to be able to install two new chapters this weekend, continuing Alpha Gamma Delta’s growth in the fraternal community,” Liz said. “These energetic young women are sure to make an impact in not only their local community, but also in the greater world.” Click here to view this press release and more.

Last Thursday, the sisters of Old Dominion came together to celebrate the past year and some deserving sisters. First, we recognized two sisters who both celebrated 25 years recently: Pat Rosend and Kim Werthmann. We'd also like to recognize a few sisters who recently reached milestones that couldn't join us: Karen Brannam Kimberly Nelson Cathy Wright Kym Smitham Heather Rider and Laurel Gainor were recognized for their dedication and commitment to Alpha Gamma Delta and Old Dominion with the Heart of Alpha Gamma Delta and the Order of the Rose Award. Erin Sager was presented with the Old Dominion Alumnae Club Sister of the Year award. We capped the evening off by installing the 2012-2013 officers: Katie Eichin, President Jess Beer, Vice President Erin Sager, Treasurer Alison Wright, Permanent Secretary Heather Rider, Editor Thank you everyone in attendance and we can't wait to see you during the summer and in the Fall at Alpha Gam Always

This past Saturday, Potomac Alumnae Chapter hosted International Reunion Day for the Zeta Delta chapter from Towson University, Chesapeake Alumnae Chapter and Old Dominion Alumnae Club. We had 8 Old Dominion sisters in attendance and we had a wonderful time getting to know some of the collegians from Zeta Delta!  Thank you so much to Potomac Alumnae Chapter for a wonderful day and all of the hard work that went into organizing the event! Visit our flickr page for photos or view the slideshow below! 

Happy Friday, Sisters! Just a reminder, International Reunion Day is tomorrow. If you are kicking yourself a little bit for not sending in your check or weren't able to go before and now are able, Debbie has informed me that they can take walk-ins tomorrow, so please join us! INTERNATIONAL REUNION DAY 2012 Alpha Gamma Delta − Sisters of the Heart Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 12 Noon Blair Mansion 7711 Eastern Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20912 Celebrate 2012 as we assist our Sisters of the Heart. You can: Help our Collegiate Sisters defray the cost of the luncheon by making a donation Bring toiletries and sanitary items in support of a local women’s shelter Purchase 50/50 raffle tickets at the luncheon with proceeds to Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation Cost is $35 before April 9th and $40 after. 

Sisters of the Years 2009-2011 , a photo by ODACAGD on Flickr. Please help us recognize a deserving sister in Old Dominion with our annual Sister of the Year award. This award will be presented to a sister who has demonstrated her outstanding commitment to the alumnae club and Alpha Gamma Delta and best exemplifies what it means to Live with Purpose. Please send your nomination to Permanent Secretary Donna Livingston at smojice@comcast.net. The Sister of the Year award will be presented at the End of Year Party on Thursday, May 10th. Pictured: Jess Long, Sister of the Year 2010-2011 Heather Rider, Sister of the Year 2009-2010

This season, the Washington Nationals have a special discount for all Greek life members, active or alumni. You can use the code GREEKLIFE online or over the phone to purchase Nationals individual or group tickets. Check out the Greek Life Discount Flyer ,  Group Seating Pricing Map  or the 2012 Seating Chart . Want to find a sister or two to go to a game with? Post it on Facebook!

You're invited!  End of Year Celebration Thursday, May 10 at 7:00PM Join Old Dominion Alumnae Club for our End of Year Celebration! We will be celebrating the past year, installing our new officers and recognizing some deserving sisters. Didn't receive the evite? Email us at odacagd@gmail.com or click the link in the Facebook group !  Add the End of Year Celebration to your

The April 2012 NVAPA newsletter is now available. Important NVAPA Dates: April 14 – Stream cleanup at Holmes Run Park April 25 – Newsletter deadline May 2 – End-of-year dinner ($10 donation) Ginny Carroll’s presentation on Circle of Sisterhood Scholarship awards Women of Distinction Installation of 2012-13 Board

5K & 2K Family Walk Saturday, June 9, 2012 RFK Stadium 2400 E Capitol St NE Washington, DC 10:00AM (Registration starts at 8:30AM) Visit our team page to join the ODAC team! Friends and Family welcome - the more, the merrier! Why Walk? ( from jdrf.org ) Each year, more than 15,000 children and 15,000 adults - approximately 80 people per day - are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) in the U.S. It comes on suddenly, causes dependence on injected or pumped insulin for life, and carries the constant threat of devastating complications. JDRF is the leading global organization focused on T1D research. Driven by passionate, grassroots volunteers connected to children, adolescents, and adults with this disease, JDRF is the largest charitable supporter of T1D research. The JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes draws people together in a healthy activity for a worthy goal, raising money to improve the lives of all people affected by T1D by accelerating progress on the m

Dear Sisters in Alpha Gamma Delta, The International Council elections results have been tallied! Alpha Gamma Delta would like to congratulate the following members who have been selected to serve on International Council for the 2012-2014 biennium: International President Jackie Brannon Stutts Tuscumbia, AL International Vice President-Alumnae Lesley Hubbard Baltimore, MD International Vice President-Collegians Amber Garrison Duncan Eugene, OR International Vice President-Extension Liz Harriss York Atlanta, GA International Vice President-Membership Marie Ford Palmer Lexington, SC International Vice President-Finance Bobette Sandifer Thompson Brentwood, TN International Vice President-Panhellenic Affairs Rie Gerah Hoehner Houston, TX Thank you to all of the sisters who exercised their right to vote in the International Council elections. Your new leadership will be officially sworn-in at International Convention in St. Louis. We hope you’ll join us for

When: Sunday, March 25 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Where: Lesley Hubbard's Home Parkville, MD Email CAC at  chesapeakeagd@gmail.com  to RSVP and for Lesley's address. Let's go shopping for the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation!  There's a few ways to participate in this fundraiser: 1) Attend on March 25 with your close family/friends and bring your checkbook 2) Order online and have your friends and families place their orders online also 3) Call our vendors before or after the event with your order All vendors are expecting to keep their orders open through Tuesday, March 26th 9:00pm. Option 1 is the best way to participate!  Come see your Alpha Gam friends, socalize, touch the products, and talk to the vendors about various specials. Participating Vendors: Creative Memories Jody O'Grady [410-833-1652] www.creativememories.com  Select Jody O'Grady as your consultant Scentsy Jenilee Jay [301-752-6670] www.warmersrock.scentsy.us Click Alpha Gamma Delta from list of Open P

2012-2013 ODAC Officers , a photo by ODACAGD on Flickr. The election results and your new 2012-2013 officers were announced at the Oscars party on Sunday, February 26th! Congratulations to the new officers! Katie Eichin, President Jess Beer, Vice President Erin Sager, Treasurer Alison Wright, Permanent Secretary Heather Rider, Editor Judy Baldwin, Panhellenic Delegate Kat Paskaris, Alternate Panhellenic Delegate Be sure to wish the officers success in their new positions! Save the Date for Thursday, May 10  when we hold our End of Year Party where we will install our new officers and recognize sisters who have reached great milestones within Alpha Gam! Add the End of Year party to your 

Check out the March 2012 NVAPA Newsletter now available. Just a few reminders: Woman of Distinction Nominations are due March 15 Scholarship Applications are due March 31

Alpha Gamma Delta Welcomes New Members at St. Joseph’s College in New York The Fraternity is proud to announce that two new colonies were established at St. Joseph’s College in New York in late February. St. Joseph’s College has two campuses—Brooklyn and Long Island. When installed, two separate collegiate chapters of Alpha Gamma Delta will be added to our chapter roll. Both campuses have an energetic, dedicated group of local women who are interested in assimilating into an international organization. Led by the Fraternity’s extension team and staff, Alpha Gamma Delta hosted an informational session and conducted personal interviews (infoviews) with interested women. The women in each interest group were directed to a custom website for each St. Joseph’s colony — goalphagam.com — where they could learn more about the organization and sign up for infoviews. On Monday, February 27, a New Member Ceremony was conducted at each campus, welcoming the women into their new member peri

RSVP to the hostess of the Alpha Gam in the Neighborhood event you’d like to attend by clicking on their name! Click on your date below to add the event to your Google Calendar! Tuesday, March 13 @ 6:00PM O'Sullivan's Irish Pub 754 Elden Street Suite 102 Herndon, VA 20170 with Hostess Erin . Thursday, March 15 @ 6:30PM Four Courts 2051 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington VA 22201 with Hostess Lauren . Cancelled: Thursday, March 15 @ 7:00PM Off the Beading Path 310 Mill Street Occoquan, VA 22125 with Hostess Regina . Girls Night out at Off the Beading Path in Occoquan. Drinks and Snack will be provided by Regina. Cost is $10 per person plus any materials. Thank you so much to our Hostesses Erin, Lauren and Regina!