Delta Delta Delta - University of Kansas

Alumnae Update Chapter Eternal Carolyn Dunlop Miller '60 entered Chapter Eternal on April 12, 2013. She was a resident of Palm Desert, Calif. Carolyn was an enthusiastic and effective participant in the arts community of Astoria, a member of the Clatsop Assistance League, Astoria Yacht Club, and became a member of that city's Community Emergency Response Team. Carolyn is survived by her husband, Stan; stepdaughter, Katlyn; her mother; three siblings; five nieces and nephews; six grandnieces and nephews; and many cherished friends. Alumnae News Eva Humphrey Shepherd '46 and her husband have moved to an independent senior apartment in Mission, Kan. They are enjoying life there and Eva continues to meet with five other Theta Omegas for lunch each month. "The bonds are a lovely, lasting thing." E-mail: budneva.shepherd@gmail.com TRI DELTA Dispatch Theta Omega House Corporation of Delta Delta Delta P.O. Box 442510 Lawrence, KS 66044 Address Service Requested Joanne Schwartz Hastings '58 enjoys three generations of Tri Deltas in her family with her daughter, Kim Hastings Mutchler, Colorado State University '79, and granddaughter, Jordan Hastings Mutchler, Texas Christian University '08. E-mail: djohastings@yahoo.com Kathryn Myer Lukens '75 had a wonderful time at the 1974‑78 class reunion. "The house has changed, but not the sisters. Thirty years didn't change the friendships, fun, and Tri Delta love that we all have. Thank you to Pat Domann '73, Penny Kozeny '73, and all who helped. I look forward to the next one!" E‑mail: bklukens@cox.net Kelly Duffy McDonald '87 had a baby at age 41. Ireland is now two years old and keeps Kelly on her toes. She lives in Salinas, Calif. E-mail: kellyannduffy@hotmail.com Providing Security and Opportunities for Future Deltas through the Educational Foundation Kathy Wiedeman Busch '73 Working toward Tax-Deductible Giving Wiedeman Busch '73 never fails to bring a smile to T he name KathyTheto "TheOmega initiation classes ofhanging atwill people's faces. Theta 1971-75 remember Kathy dancing Hustle" and Barry White, the corner booth at The Wheel, singing Tri Delta songs with a keg on the back patio (in 1974 executive office allowed KU Deltas to be a part of a pilot program to allow 3.2 beer in the Chapter House. The pilot program ended after one year.), driving the Cruise Route around all the fraternity houses, and her boundless warmth, good humor, and enthusiasm. Kathy's enthusiasm and love for the Chapter House never waned, and in the late '80s, Kathy began serving on the Theta Omega House Corporation Board. Among her many contributions was this simple but profound question: "How could our alumnae contribute to the future of Theta Omega and have their contributions be tax deductible?" Her answer: the Theta Omega of Delta Delta Delta Educational Foundation, which she established in 1993. Its mission is to promote scholarship within the chapter, provide resources to assist chapter members in achieving academic success, raise funds for scholarships, and develop an appropriate technological learning environment. Kathy was the foundation's president during those initial years. Joining her on that first board were Sally Latinis Billingsley '59, Pat Domann '73, Carol Lynne Byington Ellis '63, Karen Gelvin '78, Layne Dwyer Hunley '66, and Janet Riley '66. Since 1993, the Foundation has maintained a computer room, complete with copier, installed Wi-Fi throughout the chapter house, and has purchased study tables for the rec room. And every April at Pansy Breakfast, the Foundation awards up to three scholarships to active members. The foundation has awarded scholarships to 66 Theta Omega members worth $27,300. "Being awarded a scholarship allows me to concentrate on my studies and enjoy my time at college, instead of worrying about increased tuition costs. Rewarding academic and personal success is key to keeping a happy, motivated, and dedicated chapter," Katie Filina '11, chapter president, said. This year, Kathy has new members on the Foundation board to help: Lindsay Puett Peattie '97, president; Pat Domann, treasurer; Janet Riley, secretary; Natalie Wolf Blume '99; Carol Lynne Byington Ellis; Lisa Martincich Stuart '99; Noreen Checchi Dupriest '92; and Elaine Woodford Level '86. They are all working to increase the number of scholarships awarded at Pansy Breakfast, as well as the amount of each individual scholarship. Kathy has a request for every Theta Omega: "Thanks to generous alumnae support, the Foundation has helped keep our chapter academically strong. Please consider the impact Theta Omega had on your life, and then join us in our efforts to keep Theta Omega strong by making your own contribution." It may have been a while since she's danced "The Hustle" (Kathy's not saying) or held court at The Wheel, but the enthusiasm Kathy had for Tri Delta as an undergraduate, and a House Corporation and Foundation Board member continues to this day. In upcoming months, you'll have the opportunity to assist the chapter in a fully tax-deductible way, building on Kathy's energy and vision. Look for a mailing in the coming weeks. Written by Pat Domann '73

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