Gamma Phi Beta - Southern Methodist University

2 | Crescent Corner '90s Alumnae Enjoy an Impromptu Reunion This Winter M elinda Morrison Gulick '92 of Arizona, Jennifer Cook Isleib '91 of Kansas, Heather Robinson Laskin '91 of Virginia, and Emily Trout Ellenberger '91 of Texas met in Dallas in January to reminisce, dine at old favorites, and shop. These four joined a dozen '90s alumnae residing in the Dallas area for brunch at Bread Winners Café at NorthPark Center. "I am still talking about our amazing trip," Heather said. "I don't think I have ever laughed that much!" After brunch, a few alumnae toured 3030 Daniel Avenue and visited the collegians during a break in their recruitment preparation. While some chants, terminology, and recruitment schedules may have changed, alumnae discovered that a great deal had remained the same. The week before recruitment still holds tradition of singing songs, conversation practice, and endless laughs with sisters. All of the visiting alumnae served as officers while at SMU. Melinda, who is a communications and public affairs consultant served as Panhellenic president during her time as an undergraduate; Jennifer, who is the vice president of accounting and finance at Essense of Australia and a wedding gown designer, served as a Panhellenic delegate, financial vice president, and house corporation board treasurer; Heather, who is the owner of European Stone Concepts Inc., served as chapter president and is the proud ΓΦΒ mother of Olivia Laskin, Oklahoma City University '17; and Emily, who is the founder and winemaker at Kagan Cellars, served as house manager and ritual chairman. We thank all of our loyal alumnae for joining us to celebrate sisterhood during this reunion. "The friendships formed through Gamma Phi Beta really do last a lifetime. It is almost 24 years after graduation, and my sisters and I come together again like no time at all has passed. These are friendships to be truly cherished," Emily said. A group of '90s alumnae at Bread Winners Café in Dallas during a reunion in January. Melinda Morrison Gulick '92, Emily Trout Ellenberger '91, Heather Robinson Laskin '91, and Jennifer Cook Isleib '91 at the chapter house during a '90s alumnae reunion in January. A Blast From the Past Alumnae during the SMU Homecoming reunion in October of 2012 at the chapter house. Alpha Xi alumnae on the Boulevard during the 2012 Homecoming weekend. Alumnae Update In Memoriam Peggy Warren Tadlock '47 passed away on March 20, 2017. Travel was always a part of her life, beginning with her first continental trip to South America and taking her to almost 40 countries during a span of 60 years. Adored mother, "Mimi," sister, and friend, Peggy will be remembered for her joy in life, unwavering faith, selfless service, and deep love for her family and friends. She was a giver of light and a rock to hundreds. She is survived by sons Hugh and Sterling; daughters Anne and Margo Pruitt; her grandchildren; great-grandchildren; sister Virginia Vogt; cousin Ralph Marshall; and many loving nieces, cousins, and friends. Alumnae News Karol Hargis Davis '57 is working to complete a list of 1955-60 initiates and will be holding a reunion on Tuesday, October 23, 2018. There are more than 35 sisters who have committed to attending the reunion, and Karol is excited to see them. She lives in Granbury, TX. E-mail: jtdavis2@icloud.com Linda Speckmann Spina '73 chaired the Mad Hatter's Tea at the Dallas Arboretum in April 2017 and will serve as president of the group for the 2018-19 term. E-mail: lspina35@gmail.com Mallory Burkett Boyd '74 and her husband, Robert, live in Kenya, where they serve as ministers to students in the schools; they also practice ministry in eight other countries. Mallory is willing to teach "Walk Thru the Bible" in her ΓΦΒ sisters' churches if they are interested. E-mail: themallorygallery@gmail.com (Continued on page 4)

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