Delta Delta Delta - Kansas State University

I Theta Iota House Corporation 2429 Sumac Dr. Manhattan, KS 66502 Address Service Requested ATTENTION: This newsletter is intended for Delta Delta Delta alumnae and parents. If your daughter is still attending Kansas State University, she will receive a copy at the chapter house. If she is no longer in school, please send us her permanent address to update our records. Thank you. Theta Iota House Corporation c/o Anne Otte 600 E. Lewerenz Street Herington, KS 67449-9705 Address Service Requested Bringing Tri Deltas Together Anne Schlaegel Otte '70 on Planning the 100th Anniversary Celebration It was a match made in heaven from the start. For Anne Schlaegel Otte '70, there was no place that could compare with Theta Iota. Her best friend from high school, Linda Brownlee Patterson '70, went through recruitment with her. They were both familiar with Theta Iota due to Linda's legacy connection through her mother, Phyllis Greenough Brownlee '49. The "Sound of Music" recruitment skit sealed the deal for them. Anne recalls how the house was always filled with songs for dinner or University Sing practice and good times punctuated by laughter. "Back then, it was all about fun, friendship, and dealing with the struggles of college. It wasn't until later I realized I had made some wonderful, lifelong friends while also learning important lessons, such as good manners," Anne said. In 2008, those connections inspired her to volunteer for Theta Iota. Her pledge mom, Janet Whitehair Cooper '68, House Corporation secretary, convinced Anne to assist in planning a reunion for the 1968-1970 initiation classes. Through this, she discovered how great reunions can be. So, when asked if she would like to be assistant chair for the planning of the 100th anniversary celebration, Anne said "Why not?" With Mary Lynn Manning '82, chair of the committee, living in New York City, Anne stepped in to provide local event coordination. As plans developed, she became determined to research the early years of the chapter as much of it was unknown. Her experience with music and theater helped her organize the program for the dinner. To Anne, the preparation, because it required working with other Theta Iotas and the anniversary, was enjoyable. Anne's involvement with Theta Iota is something she believes is important for every alumna. "It definitely is more fun to give than to receive. Alumnae support is needed to make Tri Delta a great experience for collegiates. I'd like to see today's collegians enjoy the same experience I have had and will do what I can in this regard." Anne is a retired music teacher, now pursuing a variety of volunteer jobs. She and her husband live in Herington, Kansas, and spend much time visiting children and grandchildren. E-mail: anneotte1951@gmail.com CenTenniaL iTems avaiLabLe For PurChase Print of Ink Drawing of the Chapter House: 8.5"x11"on light grey cardstock, suitable for framing - $12 (includes shipping). For prints, please send written request, contact information, mailing address, and check made out to Theta Iota House Corporation for total amount to: Janet Cooper, 2730 Heartland Valley Road, Manhattan, KS 66503 H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H Centennial Memory Book: A decade-by- decade look at the history of Theta Iota, created by chapter members. The 83-page book is filled with decade photographs and Theta Iota lore. - $24 (includes shipping) Tri Delta Ornament: 4"x6" laser-cut metal - $22 (includes shipping) For the books and ornaments, please send written request, contact information, mailing address, and check made out to Theta Iota House Corporation for total amount to: Gwen Brustad, 417 W. 59th Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64113 Dani DePreist H Ottawa, Kan. Amanda Goebel H Wichita, Kan. Samantha Holiman H Brawley, Calif. Amy Jackson H Louisburg, Kan. Ryann Kimberly H Wichita, Kan. Cali Kowalski H Overland Park, Kan. Catherine Lochner H Chanhassen, Minn. Hannah Steele H Garnett, Kan. Welcome, New Members Don't miss your chance to purchase a Centennial memory book for just $24.

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