The Office of the Mental Health Council (MHC) is a Student Government bureau with the mission to empower students with mental health resources through de-stigmatization, community involvement, and advocacy. During April they held a pop up event on Landis Green. Sisters went and got permanent bracelets from one of the vendors, and some snacks while listening to some really talented musicians. It was a nice mental break from finals
The ladies of Alpha Chi Omega, led by Panhellenic Delegate Kylie and Junior Panhellenic Delegate, Ravina hosted Florida State University Panhellenic for the last meeting of the semester. It was a packed house, with standing room only as nearly 300+ Panhellenic women joined for the formal meeting. Due to the crazy turn out the chapter worked to provide light snacks for all in attendance! We look forward to hosting everyone again during the 2023-2024 Year!
Alpha Chi’s Panhellenic Delegate Kylie and the Kappa Kappa Gamma Delegate Morgan joined to host a Yoga and Acai “Wind Down with AXΩ and KKG Event”. The event was just what we needed to continue to strengthen the Panhellenic bonds of sisterhood while also giving ourselves a great mental break we each needed to end the semester strong!
This past month the ladies of Alpha Chi Omega hosted the Florida State University Center for Health Advocacy and Wellness for an optional educational event. The sex education event was approached through a lens of inclusivity and evidence-based research. The event was called condom bingo. it was an engaging way to learn about safer sex, sexuality, and sex history. The event was led by Esaunti Mcrae, below is an example flyer of similar events held on campus.
This past week the ladies of Alpha Chi Omega partnered with members of the Asian American Student Union (AASU) for a mental health – event to destress a bit before finals. Those in attendance were able to use their creative side to paint rocks that they can then keep for themselves or hide around campus. While at the event members of the AASU taught sisters how to say Love in other languages. It was a ton of fun, and even some of our House Gentleman (servers) joined in after their shift. A big thank you to the leadership of AASU and our VP Diversity and Inclusion chair Anna for organizing!
Florida State University welcomed 113 new inductees into its prestigious Garnet & Gold Scholar Society this spring during a special ceremony on Tuesday, April 25. Congratulations to sisters Victoria Cardoso, Morgan Marissa, Allison Keeling and Ally Columbus!!
Established in 2010, the Garnet & Gold Scholar Society facilitates student involvement and recognizes undergraduate students who excel within and beyond the classroom in at least three of five areas: international experience, internship, leadership, research and service.
To become an inductee of the Garnet & Gold Scholar Society, students must meet the engagement criteria and submit a synthesis reflection project in their final semester before graduation. Participants are recognized during graduation and receive a designation on their official university transcript, both of which make the students more marketable to potential employers or graduate programs.
Congratulations to the 10 Alpha Chi’s who were inducted into the Torchbearer 100… Selected out of the 45,000 students that make up FSU undergraduate population. Each year the Division of Student Affairs is proud to recognize 100 of the most outstanding, undergraduate leaders and achievers across campus who, during their time at Florida State, have built upon our tradition of exceptional student life. “Leaders and achievers” is intentionally vague to qualify a diverse array of students, linked by the magnitude of their impact with in their realm of influence. The Torchbearer 100 seeks to bring these accomplishments out of their silos and honored at the university level.
The Torchbearer 100 leans on the fact that as an individual grows, their potential grows with them and that this growth creates avenues for an exponential positive impact on their communities. We know this to be true because this is the history, tradition, and spirit of student leaders at Florida State.
Attributes of a member of the Torchbearer 100 may be demonstrated by, but not limited to, the following examples:
This recognition aims to thank and celebrate these students who have made significant contributions to our community and whose legacy has strengthened the foundation set for Florida State students to come.
Members of Alpha Chi Omega attended the FSchool of Theatre at Florida State University: Something Rotten with Music by Karey Kirkpatrick & Wayne Kirkpatrick
Book by Karey Kirkpatrick & John O’Farrell. The event took place at the University Fallon Theatre. Members met at the chapter house and walked to the event together.
Something Rotten is a saga of artistic rivalry and camaraderie over-stuffed with in-jokes for Broadway fans. It premiered at the St. James Theatre in 2015 starring Christian Borle, Brian D’Arcy James, and John Cariani after a twenty-year development journey.
Welcome to the Renaissance, where a leather-clad wordsmith with swiveling hips is rocking London: Shakespeare! Meanwhile, down-on-their-luck playwrights, Nick and Nigel Bottom can’t summon a single sonnet. Then, when Nostradamus himself foretells “the future of theatre”, the Bottom brothers hatch a plan to rise to the top. Hilarity ensues in this campy lampoon of England’s first-ever musical.
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Some of the world’s most influential thought leaders – agree. It is possible to turn your dreams into reality through manifesting and hard work! The sisters worked to be intentional with their goals through the CHAW guided workshop. Members looked at short and longterm goals, and visualized both the goal and the action steps that would make the abstract goal/idea come to fruition. The vision boards were poster-sized visuals, contain all kinds of images and text that represent something members are trying to accomplish.
There great news is there are really no rules when it comes to vision boards, since it’s about crafting something that will inspire you to realize your dreams and goals on a daily basis. Some vision boards hone in on a singular idea, while others look at the bigger picture of what you might want the future to look like. This past week VP DEI Anna partnered with the Florida State University CHAW (Collegiate Health and Wellness office) to host the event for members of the chapter. Members of the CHAW team came with magazines, poster boards, etc. And Alpha Chi brought markers, tape, and other supplies. The event was a fun fun arts and crafts project that allowed members to see what their goals would look like once they achieve them. Each member walked away from the event with a unique board and we have confidence each member will be successful in seeking the heights!
The chapter utilized a My Journey with the chapter to address Mental Health utilizing a presentation and workshop provided by Alpha Chi Omega HQ developed in partnership with Active Minds. The chapters VP Risk Management, Chi Connections Chair and My Journey Facilitators led the conversations with the aid of a powerpoint, participant guides (portions of which are below) along with leading dialogue and open conversations.. During the program sisters Ruby and Lara led the chapter in mindful moments breathing exercises. The presentation also included a QR code with access to free mental health screenings and resources.. We are thankful for this focus on mental health as we reach the end of the semester.
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