Go for it, Sarah. I don't know if it's possible or would be allowed, but it can't hurt to ask. As a former Rose Member, I know that we revamped that program into the new AOII Always alumnae program. If it's not possible, hopefully we'll be willing to talk to those women in other sororities who have created a successful online alumnae group. I think AOII could always improve our online presence and communications efforts! It's good now, but it can always improve!
DZ's Surfing Sisters (
http://www.surfingsisters.org/) is just wonderful, especially how they can be part of that AND a traditional alumnae chapter. I also think Kappa Delta Online (
http://kdonliner.tripod.com/) does a great job. Do any other sororities have an official online alumnae chapter or online newsletter similar to these? I don't mean "private sides" with annoying message board software, but truly user-friendly communities that encourage their audience to USE it. (I know, I'm a web message board snob, but some are so much better than others!)
Of course, if you're not a dues paying member of your local alumnae chapter--please join! It's an easy way to support AOII an an alumna member. It's really easy to check the list of alumnae chapters on the official website. Also, if you don't have an alumnae chapter near you and you're not in a position to start one--join AOII Always. I think AOII Always info was in the last To Dragma, and is available on the Sisters Online site.
Roses,
Christin