Delta Delta Delta - University of Kansas

Thank You, Early Donors We Hope to See Many More Names as Our Campaign Begins! A s chairman of Our Home, Our Future – The Campaign for Theta Omega, Dana Hale Nelson '73 is excited for several reasons. She can't wait for alumnae to see the design of the new chapter house and is ready to help create a legacy at Theta Omega for years to come. Most important, she's excited to help future sisters. Dana came to KU seeking a well-balanced sisterhood with diverse talents. Some alumnae and sisters from her hometown encouraged her to look at Tri Delta; there, she found sincere people who cared about their grades, relationships with one another, and philanthropy. It was exactly what Dana was looking for. There was always fun to be had at Tri Delta from pledge class walkouts to spring break road trips. Dana and her pledge sisters still enjoy getting together at least once a year! Tri Delta also gave Dana the courage to explore new things, both in her field of study and in her future endeavors as a volunteer and philanthropist. After graduating with a journalism degree, Dana returned to KU for her MBA; this proved to be quite helpful professionally. Today, Dana and her husband live in Mission Hills, Kansas, and are in the business of sustainably growing and marketing ancient grains from Europe and Africa. Dana has also worked with many not-for-profits over the years, especially ones in new and emerging areas. She likens her passion for these fields to her excitement for this new campaign: "This is all new to us, and it's a wonderful opportunity for Theta Omega Chapter." When it comes to giving, Dana encourages fellow alumnae not to worry too much about the size. "Any donation will be important," she said. "If it's important to you to support the chapter, then you're giving that much more; every bit of it supports this chapter house." "This new home is a game-changer," Dana added. "With this campaign, we can provide the most modern amenities. We can give students the flexibility of a large living situation with private, personal spaces as well. I think this can only improve our stature on campus as a sorority that is well worth considering." As the campaign begins, Dana looks forward to sharing the Chapter House plans with as many Tri Delta women as possible. "Even if they're not able to give, I think they will be very excited and proud—proud of this house, of how supportive our alumnae and Tri Delta's Foundation have been, and of what this will mean for the young ladies of Theta Omega." Dana has three daughters (one a Tri Delta and two in other sororities), three grandchildren, and one more grandchild on the way. She enjoys time with them as well as golf, needlework, and cooking. To connect with Dana or learn more about the campaign, reach out at danahnelsonkc@gmail.com. Providing the Best f eta Omega Providing the Best f eta Omega Dana Hale Nelson '73 Is Ready to Get to Work "This campaign is a once-in-a-life me opportunity to help young women in the same situa on we were once in: looking for a place where they can feel at home." page 2 W e want to thank each and every early donor named on the list below—we wouldn't be where we are today without you. We need everyone's support, however, to complete our goals for our chapter house upgrade. Look for more details on how to support this effort soon! If an error has been made in recording your gift or your name has been listed improperly, we sincerely apologize. Please advise our campaign coordinator at (785) 843-1661. Thank you for your support! 1630 Oxford Society ($150,000 and above) Joyce Neaderhiser Thompson '61 Silver, Gold, and Blue Society ($100,000 to $149,999) Dana Hale Nelson '73 Brave, Bold, and Kind Society ($50,000 to $99,999) Renae Kilian Baker '78 Trident Society ($25,000 to $49,999) Anne Hamilton Meyn '66 Karen Gelvin Kiefer '78 In honor of the Initiation Class of 1978 Jean Pinne Anderson '93 Jennifer Lewan Digan '99 Dolphin Society ($15,000 to $24,999) Barbara Myers Dankert '60 Cynthia Allen Richardson '76 Allison Rieger Waggoner '82 Noreen Checchi Dupriest '92 Pansy Society ($10,000 to $14,999) Paula Dwyer Davis '68 Pine Society ($5,000 to $9,999) Anonymous Beth Greathouse Tedrow '58 Pamela Stirling Bachman '71 Jane Helling Grutzmacher '72 Libby Von Ruden Domann '73 Penelope Kozeny '73 Renny Christian Arensberg '76 Allison Head Anderson '78 Linda Folkers Faucett '78 Janine Gracy '82 In honor of the Pledge Class of 1982 Susan Taylor Daniels '88 Julie Garney Andrews '90 In honor of the Delta 12-pack Katy Regan Jennings '90 The Maxwell Family In honor of Joy Larson Maxwell '99 Jessica Evans Roberts '99 Melissa Howe O'Connor '08 Pearl Society ($2,500 to $4,999) Patricia Domann '73 Lynne Osness Buckley '79 Pollyanne Howe Gentry '81 Kelly Halloran Birch '92 Frances Skikne Schneider '93 Molly Cunningham Greene '95 Nicolle Farrell Ratliff '96 Bevan Graybill Stockdell '04 Sisterhood Society ($1,000 to $2,499) Cynthia Otto Graziano '74 Sara Robeson Mrgudic '74 In memory of Laurie Anderson Tuley '73 The Hardgree Family Gift Shelly Hardgree Miller '87 Melissa Hardgree '88 Bridget Hardgree White '92 Abby Hardgree '23 Ashley Kennyhertz DeMond '95 Sarah Walker-Martin Steele '95 Melanie Morgan '96 Friendship Society ($500 to $999) Linda Ewing Lungstrum '66 Cyd Gilman '72 Jill Wilder Emig '97 Lindsay Puett Peattie '97 Theta Omega Educational Foundation Our Home, Our Future The Campaign for Theta Omega

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