Delta Gamma - Northwestern University

L ike so many young women who are a part of a sorority, Sue Nussbaum, M.D., Sigma 1975, NU did not anticipate joining one. It was ultimately a surprise to her that she ended up making that decision. However, over the years, being surprised has become a mantra of Sue's. "I spent a great amount of time trying to see in the future and have learned that it is very difficult to have a rigid plan," Sue said. "It is good to have goals, but you should also be flexible and open to opportunities that come in front of you…be surprised!" It was at a fraternity where Sue fatefully met Barbara Moscicki, M.D., Sigma 1974, NU, who would go on to become her big sister. Barbie brought Sue to Sigma chapter, and she felt at home right away. "It was such a great group of women Barbie introduced me to," Sue said. "The chapter was, and hopefully still is, filled with smart and ambitious women; the diversity of these women was also very intriguing." Once she became an active member, Sue got involved in chapter leadership right away. She was the scholarship chairman, assistant to the recruitment chairman, and the Panhellenic representative. "I particularly enjoyed my Panhellenic experience as Delta Gamma's representative," she said. "It is interesting that today, I work with a variety of organizations and the goal is collaboration and community service. I also think that the sorority/fraternity collaboration and competition is a practice arena for life after college." Once she exited that arena, Sue knew she wanted to continue along the path of serving others. Receiving her M.D. and MBA from the University of Cincinnati School of Medicine and the Wharton Business School respectively, Sue has primarily worked in fields combining her education to improve overall health of individuals and communities. Now the executive director of the non-profit We Care Jacksonville, Sue oversees an organization dedicated to providing specialty healthcare access to uninsured, low-income individuals. It is composed of more than 400 volunteer physicians, several hospitals, and 10 free clinics. Last year, they referred patients to more than $18 million of donated specialty care, including cancer treatments, orthopedics, surgery, diagnostic testing, and much more. "I am very gratified in life when I am giving to others. Whether it is saying a simple hello to a stranger, giving food to a homeless person, or a donation to an important cause, I enjoy focusing on helping others have a better life," Sue said. "In my current work, I have the joy of helping people with no hope overcome serious illnesses such as breast cancer, blindness, pain, and debilitation. This is a great gift and fills my heart. I am glad to have found work that fills me up and energizes me to work hard and make a difference both in the present and into the future. But, when it all comes down to the most important and joyous part of my life, it is still my family and children. Nothing beats it!" Sue and her husband, Michael, have two daughters, Jackie (29) and Rachel (26), who she describes as loving, interesting, and just good people. "Having my daughters has impacted me because I never knew I could love so deeply as a parent," she said. "Parenting is unconditional and it has its challenges, but ultimately, it is an amazing love." Sue also enjoys walking along the water, whether it is the beautiful St. Johns River or the Atlantic Ocean in Jacksonville. She is blessed every day that she lives in a majestic city with many natural surroundings. Sue is also passionate about the environment and uses some of her free time to help with projects around Jacksonville. If you would like to contact Sue by e-mail, you can reach her at suew1116@gmail.com. 2 Sigma Chapter of Delta gamma * NorthweSterN UNiverSity interested in contributing to Sigma chapter? Make Your Contribution Today! T hank you for your support of our chapter! We truly appreciate your interest and commitment to Delta Gamma. Follow these simple steps to make your contribution: 1. Go to wewill.northwestern.edu and click the "make a gift" button. 2. After selecting the amount you want to donate, select "view additional gift designations." 3. A pop-up window will appear; scroll to the bottom of the options under "other designation(s)" and check the "other box" then click "continue." 4. You will see that there is a new box on the form showing "selected designations." In the text box, type "Delta Gamma Building Fund." 5. Continue filling out the rest of the giving form with your name, address, e-mail, and phone number. Click "next" to proceed to information. Once you complete your form and confirm your gift, you will receive a confirmation e-mail. It may take up to four business days for your gift to move through Gift and Record Services and be credited to Delta Gamma's Building Fund. Please note: Donations made to Sigma's building fund are fully recognized as tax- deductible gifts to Northwestern University, and as such, are credited as annual gifts for We Will. The Campaign for Northwestern, a university-wide fundraising effort that seeks to solve society's most critical challenges and advance knowledge for the greater good. They will also count toward your membership in related giving societies such as NU Loyal, your reunion class gift, or the Northwestern University Leadership Circle. Please do not hesitate to reach out to Lisa Montgomery, Sigma 1979, NU, using the contact information on page 1. FindinG JoY in Service oF oTherS sue nussbaum, M.D., Sigma 1975, nU on Delta gamma, Family, and Helping Those in need chapter eternal Victoria Sandler Shlensky '04 entered Chapter Eternal in September 2016 at the age of 31. Dr. Shlensky was an obstetrician/gynecologist at Lutheran General Hospital, Park Ridge, Ill., and was the owner/director of North Star Camp for Boys in Hayward, Wis.

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