FSU Alpha Chi Omega

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness month, Florida State University partnered with speaker, Bonny Shade Speaks. This is part of the FSL CLIMB speaker series event. Bonnies presentation ” Just Another Assault: A Conversation to end sexual violence.” Many of our sisters attended and have shared that the program was informative, and provided resources around sexual violence education and prevention.n honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Panhellenic Association at Florida State University partnered with speaker, Bonnie Shade Speaks. This is part of the FSL CLIMB speaker series event. Bonnie’s presentation ” Just Another Assault: A Conversation to end sexual violence.” Many of our sisters attended and have shared that the program was informative, and provided resources around sexual violence education and prevention.

Member Kylie shared “Attending Bonny Shade’s presentation on sexual assault awareness was extremely informative and impactful. I, alongside my sister’s felt a connection to Shade’s presentation as awareness for this cause is an important part of Alpha Chi’s philanthropy and mission. As someone who has not been personally effected by sexual assault, it was an eye-opening conversation that helped me learn how to show up for those in our community that have experienced this kind of violence, and ways to prevent sexual assault from occurring. Bonny Shade’s presentation was engaging, funny, touching, and informative all at the same time. I want to thank FSL for hosting this event!”

This past week MGC, NPHC and Panhellenic Sororities came together to enjoy bowling, silent disco, food and more to celebrate the Halloween Season. VP Panhellenic, Kylie advertised the event at chapter and members were quick to sign up to attend!

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Alpha Chi Omega participated in Florida State University Market Wednesdays to raise awareness for the cause and engage with students from across the university! The ladies were able to share resources, upcoming events, and free swag..

The HSF STEM Summit is an annual Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math conference that gives the best and brightest HSF STEM Scholars an inside track to career success in STEM fields, through a combination of mentoring, professional insights, and career guidance. Each summer, a select group of rising junior and senior students are chosen from a highly competitive pool of current HSF STEM Scholars. I was fortunate enough to be one of those 116 scholars chosen from across the nation to attend this conference located in San Jose, California.
I had the opportunity to interact with some of the leading Hispanic STEM professionals in our country and gain insights on how to achieve excellence, both academically and professionally. Wells Fargo, Lowe’s, Toyota, ExxonMobil, American Express, Bank of America, Electronic Arts (EA), and 3M were sponsors of this event and brought in so many accomplished leaders from within their companies. Each moment of this conference, from absorbing insights from esteemed panelists to engaging in mock interviews and receiving constructive resume reviews, proved to be an invaluable experience.
In a field where representation can be limited, it was empowering to be among so many talented Hispanic individuals, especially during Hispanic Heritage Month. The connections I made and the stories I heard during this event left me with a renewed sense of confidence in my abilities and a heightened belief in the power of diversity and representation. I am also a proud member of Florida State University’s Hispanic Honor Society and am honored to have had the opportunity to represent FSU at this event. Now, I approach my academic and professional career with a greater sense of purpose, knowing that I am part of a community that is breaking down barriers and forging a path for future generations of Hispanics.

Alpha Chi Omega nationally has four educational programs, the four programs are rotated among collegiate chapters each year and include InTune, Alcohol Skills Training Program (ASTP), Let’s Talk Love and Kaleidoscope. These four distinct rotational programs cover topics such as vulnerability, reducing risk, healthy and unhealthy relationships, diversity, equity and inclusion, and more. This year the VP of Risk Management, Margaret worked with the Facilitator, Matthew Boudreaux to host ASTP for the Chapter. Boudreaux is an employee at Clemson University, currently serving as Assistant Director of Student Transitions .

ALCOHOL SKILLS TRAINING PROGRAM (ASTP)  

The Alcohol Skills Training Program (ASTP) is an interactive alcohol program acknowledging that college students may choose to drink and focusing on evidence-based education to encourage steps toward reduced risks. The goal of ASTP is to educate students about alcohol, increase students’ ability to critically examine their drinking patterns and eventually implement the skills they learn.  

Due to our chapter size, we split up our training into two facilitators with a surprise visit from Momma P ice-cream! A great sweet treat to end session 1, and kick-off session 2

AS A RESULT OF PARTICIPATING IN ASTP, OUR MEMBERS WILL:  

• Identify Alpha Chi Omega’s backstops  
• Define a standard drink
• Evaluate their personal use of alcohol  
• Describe how alcohol affects the body at various levels of consumption  
• Explain factors that influence blood alcohol level (BAL)  
• Identify risk-reduction strategies for alcohol consumption  
• Identify ways to change their current pattern of alcohol use  

1. Develop the confidence, communication skills, self-awareness, and resilience you need to continue making a difference in the world.
2. Demonstrate the power of your individual and collective voice.
3. Take up physical, mental, emotional, and verbal space in the world without apology.
4. Cultivate community through authenticity, truth, and meaningful conversation.
5. Honor the badass within you.

Member Ellie G, is the current president of the campus organization Women in Entrepreneurship. Recently she was able to coordinate with her executive board and advisors to host a Women in Entrepreneurship day with the local girl scouts. The event was hosted on campus and the attendees had the opportunity to earn their entrepreneurship badges! Great job Ellie!

The ladies of Alpha Chi Omega kicked off the official fall season with a fall floral flower arranging class hosted by Hilley Fields. The amazing local florist has worked with the chapter for nearly 25+ years supplying flowers for initiation, recruitment, DVA gala, and more! When the VP of Programming, Emma K had an idea for a a flower arranging class, the ladies of Hilley Fields were happy to oblige. They shared the names of each plant/flower with the ladies while walking them step by step through how to build a beautiful fall arrangement that has height and depth! We think they all turned out great

Kicking off fall date functions in style. The chapter hosted Alpha Chi Cochella date function in the Pot’s Beer Garden this week! A huge thanks to our VP Risk Management, Margaret and DF Chair, Ravina, and the entire RM committee for hosting a great event!

As Alpha Chi Omega’s member education program, MyJourney connects our core values of wisdom, devotion, and achievement to the life experiences collegiate members face during their college careers. This program is peer-facilitated; sisters from the chapter facilitate discussions and conversations on everything from negotiation to leadership, philanthropy to relationships, diversity and inclusion, and more. (apologies for blurry photos captured during event)

This month My Journey focused on Goal-setting, VP Programming Emma in partnership with Programming Advisor, Jenny Sue worked with facilitators – SOPHOMORE: Emily M, Hayley P, Amelia C & Bella C. JUNIOR: Marissa D & Keirsten K & SENIOR – Hailey H & Morgan B to utilize Alpha Chi Omega My Journey Programs with a Purpose. All peer facilitators are supported by alumna advisor, JennySue who shares facilitation tips and tricks with the groups and reviews options for MyJourney, offers suggestions and support each month!

Above is just a glimpse into the facilitation guide for the Goal planning, interviewing, and networking My Journey event!