Alpha Chi Omega - University of Nebraska-Lincoln

A P u b l i c A t i o n o f t h e X i c h A P t e r o f A l P h A c h i o m e g A SPring 2017 L y r e l e t t e r The love this time of year! Spring is upon us in a big way, and summer is just around the corner. The Xi Chapter House Corporation Board has worked closely with the Educational Corporation and the alumnae chapter advising teams to give a solid and well-rounded boost of support to Xi Chapter and our outstanding active members. These young women are spending their days educating themselves, networking, and building upon their own futures to help make this a better world. They inspire us in tremendous ways and remind us why we volunteer our time, our resources, and our financial support. If you are reading this, YOU are an amazing Alpha Chi Omega! And there is no better time than NOW for you to become involved with Xi Chapter. We need to add the strength, support, and knowledge of more outstanding alumnae to continue our tradition of success. Just read through this Lyre Letter to see all of the amazing work that is occurring with both your active and alumnae sisters. You should be part of this! There are various ways for you to get involved, and a spectrum of opportunities to support your sisters; from as easy as simply attending an event and having a fun evening with your sisters, to joining one of our boards and making a long-term impact. We can help you find the right spot for you, but first, you simply need to let us know you are ready. Now is the time, and we need you! Alpha Chi Omega: It's not four years, it's for life! Loyally, Katie Belka Becker, Iota Lambda '98 Xi House Corporation Board President / katelandb@gmail.com Now Is the Time to Get Involved with Alpha Chi Omega Ask How You Can Volunteer! I W e welcome Alexa Reed, Zeta Sigma '10, back to Nebraska and are excited for her new role as Omaha's Alpha Psi Alpha alumnae president. Alexa was initiated to the Zeta Sigma Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega at Missouri State University in the fall of 2010. She served on her chapter's executive board as vice president of philanthropy for one term. Alexa graduated in 2014 with her bachelor's degree in psychology and moved back to Nebraska, her home state. She grew up in Gretna, but currently lives in LaVista while in nursing school. Alexa graduated with her bachelor's degree in nursing in March 2017 from Nebraska Methodist College. She is excited to be getting involved in Alpha Chi Omega as an alumna. Alpha Psi Alpha and Kappa Kappa are currently accepting 2017 dues. They are only $25 and support our local alumnae chapters, as well as events for Xi members. Kappa Kappa serves Lincoln and its surrounding areas. Please contact me at nichole@knotsandtots.com. Alpha Psi Alpha serves Omaha and its surrounding areas. Please contact Alexa at alexandra.c.reed@gmail.com. Our Hall of Commitment ceremony will take place on Sunday, April 23, at the Xi Chapter house from 3-5 p.m. All alumnae are welcome and encouraged to attend. We hope to see you there! Loyally, Nichole Palmer '94 Kappa Kappa Alumnae Group nichole@knotsandtots.com Alpha Psi Alpha Welcomes New President Your Continued Support Is Needed for Local Alumnae Chapters Xi members with the highest GPAs were recognized at the Educational Corporation's annual leadership and scholarship recognition ceremony last fall. Front row, from left: Natalie Turcios '15, Taylor Trout '15, and Rebekah Strotman '13. Back Row: Maggie Christensen '82, Taylor Uhlir '14, McKenna Kime '13, Emma Sheridan '15, Kylie Cappellano '15, Rachel Ibach '14, and Denise McLain '81. Turn to page 2 to read a note from Xi's Educational Corporation!

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