Chi Omega - University of Kansas

A s the youngest female federal judge in the District of Kansas, Holly Hydeman Teeter '99 is no stranger to the demands of tireless work. With an undergraduate degree in chemical engineering, Holly learned early on how to juggle the time and energy required to reach the level of success she maintains today. "I am extremely honored to be in this position and grateful to the individuals who helped and supported me during my confirmation process," Holly shared. "I will work hard to justify the confidence that so many people placed in me in allowing me to serve as the steward of this position." Before she began her legal career, Holly spent countless hours traipsing from the Lambda Chapter House to Learned Hall completing classwork with Alicia Mitchell Bodecker '99. "I was extremely fortunate to have Alicia in my major," she stated. In addition to Alicia, Holly made several lifelong, life-changing friendships through Chi Omega. "These friendships taught me a lot about myself— some of my strengths and some of my weaknesses—and these insights helped me after graduation," Holly said. "Life in a sorority house teaches you how to get along with a variety of people and personality types. I think this ability to navigate different personal relationships is a very important skill for life after college." Some days Holly spends her time reading briefs, reviewing case law, and discussing opinions with her law clerks. Other days she's in the courtroom presiding over various hearings or trials. "Each day is different, and this variety makes my job incredibly interesting and rewarding," she shared. "I enjoy interacting with the parties and attorneys, researching the law, and issuing opinions on novel legal issues. I also enjoy interacting with the public at court events and am particularly excited to preside over my first naturalization ceremony." A Publication of Chi Omega at the University of Kansas Lambda Log FALL 2019 INSIDE: Alumnae Spotlights 1-2 Thank You, Loyal Lambda Alumnae 2 Lambda Chapter Wins Chapter of the Year 3 Welcome, New Members 3 W e are off to an amazing start to the 2019-20 academic year! We are honored to welcome a new member class of 70 (wow!) outstanding women into Lambda Chapter this year. OUR HOUSE IS ON TOP Our historic, gorgeous home continues to be the most beautiful house on the Hill and a desired location for our collegians. The summer was busy with general maintenance, upkeep items, and planning for larger projects in summer 2020. The dedicated Corporation Board, loyal alumnae, and Chapter staff keep the Chapter House in great condition. CHANGES FOR 2020 As I previously mentioned, we are planning for large renovation projects for the summer of 2020. The focus of these projects will be upgrading the bedrooms, study rooms, and bathrooms upstairs. If you can believe, the last major upgrades to the upstairs living quarters took place 20 years ago! Stay tuned for updates as we finalize our plans for these important spaces. THANK YOU, LOYAL ALUMNAE Thanks to your generosity and support, Chi Omega continues to be one of the top houses in the nation. We invite everyone to stop by the Chapter House for a tour! Loyally, Jennifer Inskeep Godar '92 Lambda Owl Foundation President Julie Numrich Murray '96 House Corporation President LAMBDA CHAPTER GROWS Projects on the Horizon From Chi Omega to the Courthouse Judge Holly Hydeman Teeter '99 Turns Collegiate Experiences into Honorable Career in Law (Continued on page 2)

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