Kappa Delta - University of Missouri

Sally Hall Hanson '79 NOTES FROM MIZ KΔ PAGE 3 What was one of the most valuable lessons you learned as Panhellenic president? Sally: I learned that delegating would be a good path for a leader. I wasn't experienced in knowing how to do this and it was on-the-job training to learn how to do this. I had competent women for each of the board jobs, so I didn't need to be stressed about every detail of everyone's responsibilities. Julie: One of the most valuable lessons was having confidence to be a leader and the ability to build consensus toward common goals. I hadn't thought of myself as a leader until I was asked to consider that position. Logan: The most valuable lesson so far is to communicate effectively. The Panhellenic community involves many individuals. In order to build relationships and have our voice heard, communication is vital. Who or what inspired you to run for this posi on? Sally: I had good leadership modeled by my Kappa Delta sisters in our chapter. I felt this was an opportunity I would enjoy doing. My past experience with student government and chapter projects gave me confidence to be a good coordinator of others. Julie: The president before me asked if I would consider running. I hadn't seen myself as a leader before, so I was caught off guard and flattered at the same time. I felt like if they had confidence in me, I would give it a try. I'm glad I did, as it was a great experience and laid the groundwork for other leadership positions in the future. Logan: I was inspired to run for this position because I know how important the Panhellenic community is and wanted to see it grow. As I served as VP-community service for Kappa Delta in Epsilon Iota last year, I was able to see all the other chapters' philanthropies and the impact we make on our community. Each chapter does amazing things. Working with them and helping be their voice was something I wanted to be a part of. What is your favorite memory from serving as president? Sally: The girls from our chapter were so proud of me representing our chapter on the board and on campus. Julie: My favorite memory is a group of us deciding we needed Ted Drewes and drove all the way to St. Louis and back just to get it. We all bonded working together and had fun as well. Kappa Delta Plays Vital Role in Mizzou Panhellenic Community Catching Up with Past and Present Epsilon Iota Panhellenic Presidents Logan Merz '17 Julie Sparks Gibbs '85 E psilon Iota has an illustrious tradition of being a leader among sororities at the University of Missouri. That tradition is holding strong under the leadership of Panhellenic President Logan Merz '17. Logan is following in the footsteps of sisters such as Sally Hall Hanson '79, Julie Sparks Gibbs '85, and Allison Fitts '12, who were also Panhellenic presidents. We caught up with Sally, Logan, and Julie about their respective experiences in the prestigious position. Logan: One of my favorite memories so far has been installations. It was a great night getting to bond with the new executive board. I also received the PHA necklace that has been passed down by the previous presidents. My mother was able to attend, and it was special to have her there and meet everyone I will be working with this year. Since our terms have just started, there have not been many events to go to, but I am excited to make more memories with the other councils and the executive board this year! What was/is your number one goal as president? Sally: My president position was in 1981-1982, so I can't recall. Julie: To the best of my memory, my number one goal was consensus building to make our Panhellenic Association the best it could be. Logan: During my term as president, I hope to improve the communication of the Panhellenic internally and externally. Our Panhellenic community does so much, and I want to share that with the community and have our voice heard. Also, I would like to improve our relations with alumnae and make us more apparent at University of Missouri events. Lastly, I hope to improve our programs and other systems by working with the other Panhellenic executive members. How did/does working with other sorori es create a stronger sense of pride in your Kappa Delta membership? Sally: I met strong women from other sororities who had pride in doing a good job. I valued that I could learn from and lean on my own sisters to support me. Julie: Working with other sororities gave me pride to be serving as a Kappa Delta and gave me a sense of being a part of something larger. I was proud to have the KD name out in the larger community and make change for the greater good. That feeling has stuck with me over my professional career, as I've held many positions that have been about making change in the community. Also, I want to note that I'm proud that my sister, Amy Sparks Herman '89, and now my niece, Ashley Herman '19, are both KDs! Logan: Working with other sororities has shown me how different and unique each chapter is and the importance each one is to the community. It has made me proud of the activities and programs Kappa Delta provides and how special our sisterhood is in Epsilon Iota.

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