Sigma Alpha Epsilon - Michigan State University

Sigma Alpha Epsilon Michigan Gamma Housing LLC 1856 Sheridan Rd. Evanston, IL 60201-3837 Address Service Requested A New Chapter in Michigan Gamma's Legacy R e a l i z i n g t h e B i l l F i s c u s Vi s i o n N early 23 years after graduating from Michigan State University, Sara Miller returned to East Lansing and began her new adventure as a house director. Beginning at her old stomping grounds, Sara served as house director for Delta Gamma and in fall 2016 began her role at Michigan Gamma. "This is my first year serving as house director for a fraternity," she said. "There is definitely a difference between being a housemother for a sorority and a fraternity, but I don't think I'd change it." Before returning to her alma mater, Sara worked in the purchasing and supply chain management field. Growing tired of the political environment of the business world, she changed jobs and found herself looking for a job she'd enjoy. "My goal is to create an environment that is a bridge from the life in a dorm to the real world life they will live in upon graduation." Sara does not have any children of her own, but Michigan Gamma has given her 148 adopted sons. "I have a wonderful and respectful group of gentlemen," she said. "Michigan Gamma is a unique and diverse group and I'm learning each day what makes them so special." In this role, Sara oversees tradesmen and other Michigan Gamma staff members, keeps their social activities under control, and does anything she can to make the chapter a little better each day. Additionally, she notes any bumps and bruises that come along with the completed renovation, and keeps track of any adjustments that need to be made to keep the chapter house beautiful and the envy of all other chapters on campus. Sara also takes feedback from active brothers to make sure everyone living in the chapter house has a comfortable and enjoyable experience. "There is nothing I'd like more than to see my boys get Chapter of the Year because I think they are really top notch," she said. "I truly love living here and hope the chapter feels the same way." With spring graduation approaching, Sara knows how hard it will be to say goodbye to any seniors. Although the dynamics of the chapter change each year, she can't help but wish members well and hope their experience in Michigan Gamma is one they will look back on and say it was an experience that changed their lives for the better. "What you do today impacts the lives of the ones you interact with, so remember that setting a good example for those who follow will someday set the example for those that come after them," she advises. "You are helping to shape and create a legacy that will last forever; make it something that you can always be proud of." A Lasting Legacy House Director Sara Miller Impressed with Collegiate Brothers MOVING INTO OUR NEW HOME "The new chapter house has been great because it's allowed us to get much closer as a group because such a large percentage of our chapter is able to live in. It's also provided a place sizable enough for the entire chapter to come and enjoy each other's company." – Eminent Deputy Archon, Chris Breeden '18 "I love living in the chapter house because I'm close to all of the people I enjoy spending time with. The constant exposure to each other makes it almost impossible not to come together as a chapter." – Eminent Treasurer, Christian Zakhem '19 "I love the lounges because it makes it easy to hang out with all of the guys rather than everyone having to be in one room. The respect the brothers have shown to keep the new chapter house clean makes it much more enjoyable to live in the house." – Brad Minniear '18 "Living in the chapter house has been awesome. With all of the new space come a lot more opportunities for brothers to hang out with one another. Instead of being restricted to solely the living room to watch TV, I can head to one of the second-floor lounges to play Xbox, run over to the other lounge to get a game of euchre going, or go up to the third floor to study. You might think because of the size of the house that brothers would feel separated, but really it gives us the chance to bond with one another on a more personal level. Living here is truly an experience unlike any other." – House Manager, Tim Fazzini '17 "I feel that living in the chapter house gives me the opportunity to truly connect with my brothers and have a common area to accelerate our journey as True Gentlemen. It's an honor to every member of the chapter to represent ΣΑΕ nationally with this iconic house and better one another day-in and day-out." – Eminent Archon, Joseph Kesseler '18

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