-your GLO
I'm an alumna of Alpha Omicron Pi
-how long you've been a member
I pledged in September 1983, and yesterday was the 20th anniversary of my initiation day!
-how active an alum you've been
Extremely active! At various times I've served as Chapter Adviser, Alumnae Chapter officer/member, and Corporation Board officer/member. I've also been involved with the reorganization of two different alumnae chapters and assisted with an extensive housing presentation for my collegiate chapter. Currently I'm serving as a local Corporation Board President and on an AOII Properties committee.
-why you come to GC
I enjoy chattering with others who enjoy greek life, networking with my sisters and having the opportunity to meet a couple of them, getting and sharing ideas (especially concerning collegiate chapter housing and Recruitment) and finding other alums who remain active. Unfortunately, we are the minority and I wish that wasn't the case!
-what you still enjoy about your GLO/why you're active
I love AOII. Quite simply, I would never be where I am today without her--heck, I probably wouldn't have met my husband of 15+ years if I hadn't been an AOII (long story, PM me if you actually want to know
) I would not be able to stay as involved as I am without my husband's support, either.
I was lucky enough to see actively involved alums when I was a collegian--women with families, full time jobs, and involved on the local AND regional/international level. I really believe it's crucial for our alumnae/alumni to set this example, so today's collegians DO remain active alumnae/alumni members. I'm active because I can be, and that makes me happy. Of course, there were times when the kiddies were younger that I wasn't as involved, and that was okay too. One of the biggest joys for me as an alumna was being told by a former collegian that seeing my involvement inspired her to remain involved as an alumna.
-anything else you care to share
GLO related--Even after all these years, nothing excites me more than Recruitment!