Kappa Kappa Gamma - University of Kentucky

Ruth Gildart Lewis '45 In memory of Martha Willis Watkins 1912, Charlotte Willis Gildart 1916, Ruth Willis Radcliffe '31, and Mary Stanton Willis Doll, Gamma Kappa '46 Jane Blount Michler '47 Lucy Allen Ware Rodes '53 In memory of Elizabeth Rodes Barbee 1911, Eddie Bradley Stoll Ware '31, and Dorothy Dyer Rodes Susanne Hillborn Ridlon '54 In memory of Barbara Hillborn Kunz '56 Virginia Fincel Redford '59 In honor of Ann Fincel Moore '54 Ruth Early Cannon '60 Betty Ann Marcum McLean '60 Lana Coyle Perlman '60 Mary Ware '61 Trudy Mascia Burkhard '62 Lauranne Laise Howell '62 Sallie Dunn Bear '63 In memory of Lucille Thornton Blazer '33 Barret Prewitt Fuller '63 In memory of Mary Barret Smith Jean Ward Scott '65 In memory of LucileThornton Blazer '33 Marianne Banta Wade '65 Sandra Boggs Baynham '66 Dana Paulson Davis '67 Anne Bringardner Graham '68 Carol Swartzel Holmes '69 Elizabeth Tucker Jones '69 Joanne Jackson Owen '69 Beth Bunzendahl Porter '69 Sue Herrington Scheiwe '69 Jane Lawson '70 In memory of Joelyn Herndon Prather '70 Kathleen Haney Francis '71 Celynda Lillibridge Dudley '72 Janie Jones Stratigos '72 Lynn Lacroix '73 Ann Hughes Marcuccilli '73 Lizabeth Mulloy Williams '75 Sally Hager Wood '76 Sherry Carpenter Leavell '78 Susan Vander Linden Reaves '80 Ann Moore Puckett '84 Lynne Hunt Lattimer '85 Ashley Ciminella Judd '87 Jacqueline Pramuk Board '90 Mary Beth Arnett Meagher '90 Jennifer Foley '98 Erin Parker Thomas '01 Ashley Reis '02 Courtney Eastman '04 H ave you noticed a Kappa sister in the news, possibly USA Today or ESPN.com.? That would be Carla Terwilleger '98. Carla remembers painting and exploring art at an early age thanks to her amazing parents nurturing that talent. "My parents allowed me to paint on my bedroom walls. They never put restrictions on what their children dreamed of doing, which made us believe we could do anything." Carla's creative streak continued into high school, when she began selling her art, and in 1999, Twiggy Originals was born. "I was living with two Kappa sisters and a friend's brother asked me to create pieces featuring swanky women with cocktails." This was first time Carla focused on a specific theme and this allowed her to explore fashion through painting. "Once people saw these paintings, the orders started coming in. I sold 30 paintings in my first year and have continued to sell an average of 200 paintings each year since. I think women are so beautiful and strong, so naturally, painting them was easy." Looking back, Carla's career has been exhilarating, but she reminds young women of the struggles for an artist to become known. "True success takes time. Find something that sets your soul on fire." She adds, "Have fun and enjoy college. Adulting is tough and you'll be doing it for the rest of your life—don't rush into it. Be kind to all. You never know who you're going to work with." The toughest part of her career is the number of copycats she has. "There are young women who copy my artwork, which can be flattering if they credit me, but I encourage them to come up with their own wonderful and unique ideas." Carla is reminded of good times she had with her sisters and what drew her to art. "Coming from an all-girls high school, I was drawn to the female friendship Beta Chi offered. I love being near strong, independent, driven, and fun women, so it was such a natural fit. I believe women must stand together to succeed in life and the connections through Beta Chi are a great example of that." Carla knows she always has a shoulder to cry on or a hand to hold through her sisters. "They gave me the courage to take all the chances I've taken in life, and I am forever grateful for friendships I made because of KKΓ." Keeping a full schedule, Carla's day-job as Director of Organizational Design at Intellimodus in Louisville, Ky., is just as important as her art and other passion, public speaking. Carla also loves to travel annually, read and spend time with family. Reconnect with Carla at twiggy@twiggyoriginals.com or visit https:// twiggyoriginals.com/ to see her artwork. A KAPPA SISTER IN COLOR How Carla Terwilleger '98 Follows Her Passion College of Medicine, and graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in biology and minor in psychology. Kerrigan's involvement was key to her exceptional college experience, providing the opportunity to meet new people and expand her network. She also improved her time management skills. "By learning to juggle and prioritize school, I was able to manage my responsibilities, which in turn made me a stronger student and leader." After venturing out from her comfort zone, Kerrigan found her purpose: serving others. Volunteering at DanceBlue allowed her to dig deep and strengthen her passion in medicine and awaken the public servant within. "Meeting children who have faced cancer was truly inspiring. I will always be grateful to have been part of DanceBlue." She also shares a personal moment that led her to medicine, "During high school, my mother and ultimate role model displayed the most courageous and selfless act by donating her kidney to her brother." The culmination of her college experiences and her mother's loving actions led Kerrigan to a career in medicine. Her dream position after completing medical school is to work in a hospital as an obstetrician/gynecologist or as a pediatric oncologist. Kerrigan will always cherish the memories and time spent with her sisters. "Most importantly, I will remember the wonderful friends that I made and know that no matter where life takes me I will always have a friend who is cheering on my successes, will help me when I'm down, and laugh with me." To reach Kerrigan, email her at kmsa232@g.uky.edu. A Beta Chi Sister Who Aspires to Be (Continued from page 1)

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