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T-shirts, a prospect Dubrofskys
freshman self would love.
Its amazing that I will be rep-
resenting our chapter across the
country, Dubrofsky said. I cant
wait to put my best foot forward
and bring a little bit of Terp spirit
everywhere I go.
The Forget-Me-NotNews for alumnae of Alpha Phi at the University of Maryland
Spring 2013
Senior lands prestigious position
When Chelsea Dubrof-
sky joined Alpha Phi
in 2010, she anticipat-
ed a fun distraction. She would
make new friends, dress up for
formals and wear T-shirts bearing
billboard letters and creative slo-
gans. She never expected that she
could turn Alpha Phi into a career.This winter, Dubrofsky was
selected for an Educational Lead-
ership Consultant position with
Alpha Phi International. Educa-
tional Leadership Consultants, or
ELCs, are traveling alumnae who
are paid to develop chapters in
recruitment, officer training, goal
setting and more.
The application process com-
prises a written component and
several interviews. Dubrofsky is
among 15 current trainees chosen
from thousands of applicants.
The process is competitive,
but very worthwhile, chapter
advisor and former ELC Brittany
Fertig said. I feel that by working
together with like-minded wom-
en, we were able to help each oth-
er reach our fullest potentials, live
fulfilled lives and continue to be
philanthropic.When Dubrofsky received no-
tification in December that she
would join the ELC team, she was
ecstatic.
The ELC position is an amaz-
ing way to begin my career, she
said. I have the opportunity to
bring my passion to other chapters
and connect with thousands of
my sisters.Dubrofsky will train at Alpha
Phi headquarters in Evanston, Ill.
for three weeks in July and begin
traveling immediately. After her
contract ends in March, she may
choose to continue as an ELC.
According to Alpha Phi In-
ternationals website, each ELC
travels to 14 states, visits 19 chap-
ters and collects an average of 22
Phi Fact:In 1894, Alpha Phi became the firstwomens fraternity to use traveling
delegates, now known as Educa-
tional Leadership Consultants.
Forget-Me-Not Features
Taking a gamble for ALS ........................................ 2
Mr. Greek: Strutting their stuff ................................ 2
Home sweet home ................................................. 3
Welcoming the next generation of Alpha Phis .............. 4
Get connected ...................................................... 4
To learn more about Chelseas
position and the ELC program
visit http://www.alphaphi.org/
elc/index.htm.
Photo by Hayden Blank
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Alpha Phi joined forces with
Phi Delta Theta to unite
Greek life for an evening
of philanthropy
and fun.
Last year,
Phi Delt raised
$10,000 for its
national philan-
thropy, the ALS
A s s o c i a t i o n .
The ALS As-
sociation rais-es money and
awareness for
a m o t r o p h y i c
lateral sclero-
sis (ALS), also
known as Lou
Gehrigs disease.. The fraterni-
ty had higher aspirations for this
years event.
We chose to partner with Al-
pha Phi this year because they are
all so motivated and fun to work
with, Phi Delt
treasurer and
casino night
chair Michael
Gold said.
They really
went the extra
mile for us.
Phi Delt
hosted the eventat its chapter
house on Col-
lege Avenue,
but Alpha Phi
enlisted sever-
al of its sisters
to decorate, make banners, de-
sign T-shirts and advertise for the
event online and through word of
Taking a gamble for ALSPhi Delt selects Alpha Phi as Casino Night co-host
mouth. Alpha Phi also acquired
corporate and family sponsors fo
the event and made its own finan
cial contribution to co-sponsor the
event.
Gold explained that the frater
nity hired a company to provide
casino tables and slot machines
Guests dressed in cocktail attire
and Phi Delt brothers in bow-tie
served refreshments. The Greek
organizations with the most par
ticipants won money toward theiphilanthropies. This year, FIJ
and Kappa Alpha Theta claimed
the $500 prizes.
We ended up raising more
than $13,000 and had about 400
people come out, a huge improve
ment from last year, Gold said
We hope to make it even bigge
and better in the future.
Phi Delta Theta and Alpha Phi raised more
than $13,000 for the ALS Association and
Alpha Phi Foundation.Photo by Christine Rice
Phi Fact:We sponsor several philanthropies
through the Maryland community
in addition to our own causes:
Alpha Phi Foundation ()
Forget-Me-Not Fund()
Heart-to-Heart Fund()
Patient 9 Foundation ()
Ronald Reagan Association (TKE) ALS Association ()
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS
Foundation (AE)
St. Judes Childrens Research
Hospital () Childrens Miracle Network
(TerpThon)
like UScoop and PepsiCo. A lo
cal DJ also donated his services
Its a great way for the Greek
community to come together,
said Christine Rice, Alpha Ph
Vice President of Marketing. We
got to have a lot of fun while also
raising money for great causes.
Congratulations to thi
years winner, Eric Bose
of Alpha Tau Omega
If you or your organization
is interested in sponsoring Mr
Greek or another philanthropy
event, contact Christine Rice a
On April 20, men repre-
senting 15 different fra-
ternities flaunted formal
wear, swimsuits and a choreo-
graphed dance routine to com-
pete for the title of Mr. Greek.
Since 2009, Alpha Phi and
Tau Kappa Epsilon have pre-
sented the Mr. Greek pageant
to benefit the Alpha Phi Foun-
dation and TKEs philanthropy,
the Ronald Reagan Association.
This year, the competition
received sponsorship from 20
Greek organizations on campus,
in addition to corporate sponsors
Alpha Phi and TKE unite for fifth annual philanthropy pageantStrutting their stuff
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When construction on
the Alpha Phi chapter
house commenced in
the summer of 2011, it was un-
clear when the residence would belivable again.
They just kind of dove head
first into the project, house man-
ager and sister Michelle Fernan-
dez said. Once they got going,
they promised us we could move
in the fall of 2012, which ended
up happening. So that was great.
Phi Sigma Sigma and Alpha
Phi were the final sorority houses
at the university to receive face-
lifts. Together, the renovations
cost $13.7 million.
Each house retained its foun-
dation and exterior, but was com-
pletely rebuilt from the inside. The
chapter house was certainly due
for the updates.
Things were falling apart and
the dcor needed serious updat-
ing, Fernandez said. Luckily,
we were able to consult several
designers who are actually AlphaPhis themselves.
The Alpha Phi House Corpo-
ration Board helmed the project,
but consulted house officers and
housemother, Carol Lindblom.
Lindblom, known affection-
ately as Ms. Lin, also benefited
from the upgrades. She has her
own apartment within the house,
which includes a living area, of-
fice, bathroom and spacious mas-
ter bedroom.
The updates to the rest of the
house include a study lounge, two
flat-screen televisions in each hall-
way, and the addition of two base-
ment suites. All furniture is also
brand-new.Our house is amazing. The
whole sorority loves to come here
just to hang out. Its really helped
us become closer as a chapter,
sister Maggie Sundel said.
For the most part, sisters have
offered positive reviews of the
new and improved digs.
Overall, I really like the new
house, sister Ana Simon said
Its very pink, but when will
I ever get the chance to live in a
pink house again?
To view pictures of the reno-
vations, visit www.umdalphaphi
com. Alumnae may also visit the
house at any time to take a tour
with a current sister.
Phi Fact:The chapter has been saving for the
recently completed improvements
since its founding in 1961.
Home sweet homeAlpha Phi chapter house receives long-awaited face-lift
Phi Fact:The forget-me-not is an ofcial ower of Alpha Phi
and is included in our house to honor alumnae.
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Get connected with usKeep up with our chapter by following
our social media accounts!
Instagram@umdalphaphi
Twitter@umdalphaphi
Facebook.com/AlphaPhiUMD
Welcoming the next generation of Alpha Phis
We recruited 38 amazing new members
this spring! We are so excited to welcome
Spring 13 into our sisterhood.
Spring 13 Stats
38New members
30Freshmen
21Marylanders
9Psych majors
1Valedictorian
Bid day and Mr. Greek photos by Chelsea DubrofskySources: Brittany Kane (Membership Recruitment)
and Elizabeth King (President) | Credit: Emily Smith
Check out our new website! Sisterhood blog
About exec.
Philanthropy
Recruitment
Chapter calendar
Photo galleries
Contact addresses
Alumnae info.
www.umdalphaphi.com