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page 2 C ommon interests are foundational within a community. Whether you have a passion for service, an admiration of traveling, or a similar hobby, you can find communities that cater to your interests, such as philanthropies, travel groups, or extracurriculars. The beauty of being an alumna is that there is a built-in common interest amongst anyone who was also a member of Greek life. Sisters can find alumnae groups in their local areas or in a populated city nearby. Luncheon coordinators Nancy Stough Hillhouse '67 and Carol Ruegge Powell '61, as well as past President Laura D. Smith, D.O. '81, found a community in the St. Louis Alumnae Group, and they view this group as a gift that keeps on giving. In addition to the communal aspect and sense of belonging, the St. Louis Alumnae Group offers sisters the opportunity to connect with new sisters and rekindle sparks with sisters from years ago. Nancy shared, "Becoming involved in the alumnae group was a way to reconnect with Tri Delta friends I had met in college as well as meet new people, and I've enjoyed every bit of it!" Similarly, Laura noted, "When I moved to St. Louis for fellowship training, I knew I wanted to surround myself with women with related Tri Delta goals that I had, yet with diverse background and experience, and the rest is history!" "In addi on to taking leadership roles with our chapter, ge ng to know St. Louis sisters and having them become a part of my life has brought me closer to Tri Delta. These women are successful and posi ve role models, with endless support and encouragement to each other." –Laura D. Smith, D.O. '81 Alumnae gatherings consist of 5-10 sisters getting together at a restaurant or a sister's home where they enjoy food and libations, participate in a short meeting of announcements, attend a scheduled activity (cooking class, rituals, wine tasting), and catch up on life updates. These reunions create meaningful moments for sisters: F I N D A N A L U M N A E G R O U P N E A R YO U ! Search by Loca on for Alumnae Chapters on the Tri Delta Website If you are interested in starting an alumnae group: Per the bylaws of Delta Delta Delta, Article 15, Section 2: Any group of alumnae living in one same locality may form an alumnae chapter by applying to the Executive Board for a charter. (More information can be found at tridelta.org.) If you are looking to connect with a sister: Join Tri Delta's newest platform, CONNECTDDD, today! Harnessing the power of Facebook and LinkedIn, CONNECTDDD provides exclusive networking opportunities for Tri Delta members across the world. With CONNECTDDD, you can: Search for sisters Find or become a mentor Make career connections Explore job and internship opportunities Discover sisters with shared interests Find events in our city And more! GETTING CONNECTDDD IS EASY! Simply download the app from the App Store, Google Play, or visit the website, www.connectddd.org. Log in, create your profile, set your preferences, and start connecting! Sisterhood Is Lifelong St. Louis Alumnae Group Values Today's Moments That Make Tomorrow's Memories Happiest when together! Tri Deltas in the St. Louis area gather for happy hour at the end of March. (Continued on page 5) Delta Xi sisters celebrating the holidays at the St. Louis Alumnae Group's Christmas partys.

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