Gamma Phi Beta - University of Alabama

THE CRIMSON CRESCENT 2 T his semester has been full of exci ng events and milestones for our chapter! At the end of July, our in-house sisters moved into their new rooms, then we kicked off the semester with Work Week. Sisters had a blast dressing up for themes, including GPhi Lady/ Blue Jean Baby, MC '24 Gives Us Bu erflies, and Shoot for the Moon. Convoca on and the virtual open house round took place on August 10, and we welcomed home our 160 new members on August 18 with our usual brunch before celebra ng with a fun retreat at Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park. On August 27, we had our first date party of the semester: a tea party-themed gathering at Druid City Social. On September 1, we enjoyed a day at Alabama Adventure and Splash Adventure during our fall Sisterhood Retreat. A couple weeks later on September 13, our new members ran home to their Bigs and families at the Walk of Champions. Then, on the 15th, the new members were officially ini ated into our sisterhood, marking a major milestone in their journey with us. To round out September, we gathered at the historic Drish House for a glamorous, casino-themed date party that doubled as our semi-formal. On October 8, we gathered for a deligh ul sisterhood event at Tuscaloosa Barnyard, crea ng las ng memories and taking some really cute photos! Throughout the semester, we've also made me for academic support, hos ng sisterhood study nights at the chapter house to ensure we are all succeeding in our academics. In the spring, our chapter achieved a 3.37 GPA—an increase from both fall and spring 2023. In the second half of October, we got busy preparing for Homecoming fes vi es. We hope all who a ended enjoyed this year's pomp! It's been an amazing semester, and we look forward to more memories and accomplishments as we con nue to grow and support one another! In IIKE, Halie Hubbert '23 Alumnae Rela ons Chairwoman C oming from out-of-state, a ending The University of Alabama was a big culture shock for Alexa (Campbell) Crawford '14, but from day one of recruitment, she felt at home at Gamma Phi Beta. "There was a diverse group of women from all over who were a part of the sisterhood. I knew I would be able to connect with sisters who were going through the same life changes that I was." Alexa has fond memories of celebra ng winning mul ple na onal championships at UA, moving into the new Gamma Phi house, living in the house as Educa on Vice President, Homecoming weeks, and more. She knew from the moment she joined Gamma Phi that she'd want to be involved for life, and since gradua ng, she has volunteered in several roles. Alexa served as a member on Epsilon Lambda's AHC Board for almost three years—an experience she thoroughly enjoyed. "I remember working with the AHC as a member of exec in college and was always grateful for what they did to maintain the chapter house for us," she shared. "I was able to work on furniture upgrades, holiday decora ng, and more. With the chapter house just about 10 years old, it has been rewarding to be a part of keeping it beau ful and flourishing!" Alexa is in her third year as a collegiate chapter supervisor for the Alpha Delta (Missouri) and Phi (Wash U in St. Louis) Chapters, serving as a liaison between Interna onals and chapter advisors. "It has been so rewarding to work with current collegians, and I feel such a welcoming vibe from them—even not being an alumna of those chapters!" Alexa also serves as a Panhellenic delegate representing Gamma Phi Beta on the Greater Kansas City Alumnae Panhellenic, where she fundraises for scholarships, educates on the Greek system, and promotes the Panhellenic community. In each role, Alexa has made las ng connec ons with other Gamma Phis. "I really enjoy being able to give back to the sisterhood in a variety of volunteer roles. It is heartwarming to know I am making a con nued posi ve impact on both my chapter and the whole of Gamma Phi Beta!" Alexa's me in Epsilon Lambda as a collegian helped her come out of her shell, and she held leadership posi ons within the chapter and on campus. "This has definitely given me the skills to excel now in the real world and in my marke ng career. I am now more confident, passionate, outgoing, and driven to jump into anything new!" A er gradua ng, Alexa stayed for her master's degree in adver sing and public rela ons, which she received in 2019. Since then, she has worked in ad agencies and corporate marke ng and currently serves as the marke ng manager for a large financial lending company. Alexa and her husband married two years ago. They met through the UA Student Government Associa on. He was president of Phi Delta Theta and remains involved with his chapter. They have lived in the Kansas City area for almost four years, where they are both ac vely involved in the UA alumnae chapter. They spend their me exploring new restaurants, renova ng their home, and hanging out with their dogs, River and Ollie. Alexa also enjoys shopping, traveling, watching reality and crime TV, a ending concerts, and cooking. You can connect with Alexa at alexarcampbell22@gmail.com. Sarah Regalado '22, Sydney Clanton '22, and Sophia Regalado '22 during Work Week. WORK HARD, PLAY HARD 4 Sisters Stay Active Through the Fall Gamma Phi for Life Alexa (Campbell) Crawford '14 Loves Serving the Sisterhood

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