Preview of Scholarship Round – Take 2

Today marks day 3 of Recruitment… just 4 more days till Bid Day!!! With that being said, below are additional photos from Day 1 & 2 of Recruitment. The first two days are formally called Scholarship Round. They were formally known as Icewaters (when the chapter used to only serve icewater on the 1st two days, and serve “fancy” drinks the remainder of the week).

The chapter women wore dark denim jeans, and coral and light blue tops with nude heals. Their Scholarship Round video was themed after the Real Housewives (we will post after Recruitment on the blog) and the flowers were white and green arrangements (as seen in yesterday’s post).

 

Today the ladies participated in the first day of the Service Round of Recruitment.  We will be sure to share photos with all of you at the end of day on Thursday, after the round has finished, so be sure to check back!

Recruitment: Preview of Scholarship Round

The ladies of the Beta Eta chapter of Alpha Chi Omega have been working hard to ensure that 2011 Recruitment is a success. From stair practice, to conversation workshops, Sisterhood bonding, to Skit practice and tons of fun in between, the ladies made the most of their pre-recruitment week!

Below are some photos that will allow our alumnae readers to have glimpse into recruitment thus far… 

 

The front sidewalk
 
The dinning rooms set for the first round. Formally called “Icewaters” but now called Scholarship.
 
Day 1 video is set, and ready to play. We will post the video online at the conclusion of recruitment.
The front table is set, and ready “just add water” 
 & close up of small arrangement in the formal living room
 Kelsey (Assistant) & Vaneese (VP Recruitment)

Supporting Beta Eta during recruitment

The ladies of Xi Omega Xi are supporting the collegians of the Beta Eta chapter during recruitment through the creating of “snack bags” for each of the recruitment groups. As alumnae we remember the long days, short times between the parties, and how much they have to get done in between said parties. With that being said we remember there is not time for meals, just a few snacks here and there. Our goal was to provide the woman with healthy snacks.

We headed to Costco and picked up an array of snacks, mints, etc..

 
Then we lined one of our alumna’s dinning room tables and counter tops with gift bag, filling each with enough goodies to give each goal 2-3 snacks a day during the week!
 
Once the bags were full, we loaded them up (filling an entire trunk & backseat) and headed to the chapter house! 
 
The collegians were ecstatic, many voiced that it great to be part of a collegiate chapter that is supported by not one but two alumnae chapters. 
While snack bags may seem like a small gesture they are just another example of how the XOX alumnae chapter is making a difference in the lives of the collegians during their “big events”

Homecoming 2011- Hotel Block

We have secured a special discounted rate of $139 per night (+ 12.5% taxes) with Quality Inn & Suites for the Homecoming weekend and the 2nd Annual Lucky Stars Reunion Weekend, Friday, November 18- Sunday, November 20.

Quality Inn and Suites boasts that we can rest assured that everything is included in our discounted group rate of $139: “Full Hot 23 Item Breakfast Buffet, Wi-Fi and Internet, Manager’s Reception, and Access to the YMCA are all included!  Our entire hotel has been renovated top to bottom in 2010 and our rooms offer the bedding, décor, and high tech amenities to assure you a comfortable stay. We also have had a facelift last month and are brand new on the exterior as well. We look forward to serving you during your stay in Tallahassee!”

Please call in to make your reservation and receive the discounted rate simply by stating you’re with the “Xi Omega Xi” group to receive this rate on King and Double rooms, based on availability.  They have reported to have 75 rooms available, of every type.

The hotel is situated on Apalachee Parkway, approximately 4 miles from the Beta Eta House.  We have estimated a taxi fare to be approximately $15 one way between the Alpha Chi house and the Hotel.

Quality Inn & Suites

2020 Apalachee Pkwy

Tallahassee, FL 32301

(P) 850-877-4437

(F) 850-878-9964

http://www.qualityinn.com/hotel/fl808

Executive Committee Spotlight: Amanda DeYoung

We are so excited about to announce
Amanda DeYoung
has volunteered to serve as the
ΞΩΞ Special Event Chair
 

Amanda is a 2003 initiate. She is originally from Belle Isle, Florida, and currently resides in Atlanta, GA.  
Professional, she works in Commercial Real Estate as a Commercial Property Manager. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, being on the water, college football, and running (half marathons).
Amanda is also a member of Xi Omega Xi, and has volunteered to serve as the Special Event Committee Chair, for 2011 Homecoming! We look forward to all of the great things Amanda has planned for Homecoming 2011.

Not a member of ΞΩΞ’s Facebook page? 
Be sure to click here to join.

A Summer of fun Alpha Chi style!

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As the summer comes to a close and we try to make these last few weeks count, we look back on a great summer and wondering how it was able to slip by too quickly. This summer was filled with laughter, sunshine, adventure, memories, and most importantly filled with a common bond we all have with one another, the bond of sisterhood. Here is a look at what some of the sisters of Alpha Chi Omega have been up to this summer. Enjoy!
*Some sisters enjoyed time studying abroad in Spain, England,
and even Italy while others spent their time hanging out with
friends and enjoying their time together both at home and in
Tallahassee. Sisters traveled near and far to be with one another
to celebrate many birthdays and to enjoy each others company.
Everyone seems to be really excited to get back to school!
LITB
Kendall

Executive Committee Spotlight: Katy Leach

We are so excited about to announce
Katy MacDarmid Leach
has volunteered to serve as the
ΞΩΞ Social Networking Chair
Katy MacDiarmid Leach is a 1998 initiate of the Beta Eta Chapter. She currently resides in Orlando with her husband, Ryan and their two sons, Gavin (5) and Caden (1).
She is active in her sons’ schools, is on the steering committee as the Publicity Chair for her MOPS group and is active in a local volunteer group that she co-created with her cousin called The Volunteer Vixens. She also enjoys cooking, reading and laughing with her friends and family.
Katy is also a member of Xi Omega Xi, and has volunteered to serve as the Social Networking Committee Chair. We now have Katy to thank for ensuring our chapter stays socially relevant with frequent updates on Facebook, and other forms of social media!

Not a member of ΞΩΞ’s Facebook page? 
Be sure to click here to join.

You can learn more about Katy by clicking here , as she was previous featured in an Alumnae Spotlight!

Alumna celebrates 50 years of marriage!

Lanny, a 1957 initiate and current Xi Omega Xi member,  celebrated her 50th Wedding Anniversary, with husband Art, on June 25 in Key West, FL. They renewed their vows at evening mass at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with five of my original bridesmaids (2 of whom are Alpha Chi’s) and her flower girl in attendance.  Their 3 sons stood in for Art (as they didn’t know where all of the military groomsmen were).  Mass was followed by a luau and lots of laughs. The couples sons took everyone on a Skelly movie and photo history tour.  The couple had such a great time with family, Navy, Alpha Chi sisters, and other friends. Lanny noted “it was over too soon”

 Lanny & Art with their sons!
Lanny & Art with some of those in attendance.. 
 
Congratulations from the ladies of XOX on your anniversary!!
Are you a Beta Eta Alumnae who is celebrating an exciting lift event? Do you blog for fun, or for family & want to link your blog to our site? Would you be interested in serving as a guest blogger, or are interested in being the subject of an Alumnae Spotlight post? Email us at AXOFloridaState {at} gmail {dot} com

What Alpha Chi Means to Me

As mentioned before, I have the privilege of interning this summer in Connecticut with ESPN Inc. I have been here in New England for nearly five weeks, and it has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my entire life. There is one very important group however, that has provided me with the means to succeed even further than I anticipated. Alpha Chi Omega has instilled many valuable traits in me, that I don’t think many realize until they are truly in the work force. Leaving home, though just several hours away from Tallahassee, and arriving to college would not have been the same without my sisters being there for me 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The constant sleepovers with sisters, the glorious food at the house, the endless daily chatter, and the amazing nights together are just a few of the easy-to-see perks of being in such great company, such as Alpha Chi. The one thing that might not be as easy to see however, is the work ethic, determination, optimistic thinking, and self-confidence our sorority inspires us to belief in ourselves. I truly believe I would have not been as successful if it were not for my sisters and the bond of Alpha Chi Omega. Everyday, I realize what an impact this sorority has made on my life, just via the simple tasks of creating an extremely long excel spreadsheet that dates back to 1979. That even though, sometimes I want to throw my computer against the wall and give up, I take a deep breath and remember what Alpha Chi has taught me….

P A T I E N C E 🙂
I cannot wait to be back in Tallahassee to see all of my beautiful sisters, as well as the wonderful alumnae! I thank Alpha Chi Omega for focusing their sisterhood on love, kindness, academic success, determination, patience, and virtue, because it has helped me throughout my entire internship. If you have Alpha Chi in your mind, and in heart……. the possibilities are endless.
LITB LADIES
Julianna Corso
Fall 2011 Blog Chair
Current Intern for ESPN