Leadership and Networking

The sisters of the Beta Omega chapter understand the importance of managing their time between their academics and extra curricular activities. In order to enhance their leadership and networking, these young women are not only involved within Alpha Phi, they also take an initiative to get involved on campus and within the community. During the academic year, members involve themselves in organizations associated with their majors, as well as their personal interests.

Campus Involvement

• Inter-Greek Programming Borrad • Panhellenic Council • Fashion Student Organization • 2007 Oscar de la Renta Fashion Show • Rock the Runway Fashion Show • Student Dance Organization • Kent State Dance Association • Kent State Lacrosse Team • TV-2 • Daily Kent Stater • The Burr Magazine • Artemis Magazine • National Society of Collegiate Scholars • American Society for Interior Design

• Students for Professional Nursing • American Marketing Association • College Conservatives Association • Financial Management Association • International Management Association • Centennial Leadership Academy • Resident Assistant • Movers and Groovers • Freshmen Advisory Council • Freshmen Orientation Instructor • Business College Student Aid • Student Employees: Banquet Services, Communication Studies, Dining Services, Student Services, Provost Office

Community Service

• Relay for Life • American Red Cross • The Salvation Army • Akron Children’s Hospital • Aultman Hospital • Race for the Cure • Helping Hands

• Hospice • Ladies of Charity • Sister to Sister • Save the World • Student Teaching • Tutoring (Bolivar Elementary, • Voluntary Dance Instructor

The Beta Omega chapter also has members who explore other major-related options by studying abroad in Italy and New York City. Often times the experience they gain during this time will shape their future success through internships and job opportunities. Beyond their collegiate years, the young women of Alpha Phi often turn their experience through service and scholarship into an exciting and successful career.

Internships

• Exposure Magazine - New York City • Vera Wang - New York City • Blue Technologies • CBS Radio - Pittsburgh, PA • City Lights Media – New York City

• Target Stores • Tween Brands - Columbus, OH • Pamella Roland - New York City • Christian Louboutin – New York City • Elle Magazine – New York City

Scholarship

Alpha Phi stresses the importance of scholarship and academics during our college career. We strive to invite members who excelled in high school to continue within our chapter. We encourage our members maintain a high grade point average during their membership. Our members create a support system and are encouraged to form study groups with other women with the same major, frequently utilize the library, and strive for excellence during weekly competitions against other members. Our scholarship chair works hard to promote intellectual development by setting goals for individual members and rewards them upon achievement.

The Sharon Sigel Scholarship

The Beta Omega chapter is proud to have its own endowed scholarship known as the Sharon Sigel Scholarship. This scholarship rewards $500 each year to members who exemplify involvement in community service, show leadership in Alpha Phi as well as the Kent State University community.

2007 Recipients: Vanessa Bellitto, Jennifer Ford, Sam Kowalczyk, and Ali West
2006 Recipients: Meghan Cunningham and Ali West
2005 Recipient: Courtney Braun

The Alpha Phi Foundation

The Alpha Phi Foundation was founded in 1956 and is one of the oldest Greek foundations for women. It is designed to encourage and recognize superior scholarship and to support women’s cardiac health. The Foundation funds programs that:
• provide leadership and educational opportunities
• encourage and recognize superior scholarship
• support women’s cardiac health
• educate women about the value of philanthropy
• assist members in need

The Alpha Phi Foundation generously supports programs that perpetuate life-long pride and loyalty among Alpha Phis, and positively impact the lives of all women. The Foundation is well known and respected internationally as a prominent leader for the Greek community and as an important funding source of education in women’s cardiac health, leadership development and philanthropy. Alpha Phi members and friends worldwide generously donate their time and money to ensure the continuing success of the Alpha Phi Foundation. To learn more about the Alpha Phi Foundation, or to make a donation, go to http://alphaphi.org/foundation/.