Angel UPDATE
LIVING OUR VALUES
Gathering in Sisterhood Leads to Meaningful Impact
In Pi Beta Phi, we deeply cherish the values of community and togetherness. From chapter-specific events and traditions to collaboration with members across North America, there is no replacement for being together with our sisters. As Colorado Alpha continues into the Fall 2024 term, we look forward to the abundance of opportunities it will bring.
Returning to campus is always a special time filled with excitement and gratitude—there's something incredible about reconnecting with
sisters after being apart. Catching up on each other’s lives, sharing stories from the summer and reliving old memories is so heartwarming.
Being together on campus not only allows us to foster genuine connection and Sincere Friendship, but also provides the opportunity for community engagement. As Pi Phis, we embrace our mission to enrich lives through community service. Giving back is at the core of who we are, and Colorado Alpha is dedicated to fulfilling this vision for our sisterhood.
There are many opportunities for Colorado Alphas to engage with our community in purposeful ways.
The Fall 2024 term is especially meaningful, as we celebrate Read > Lead > Achieve ® month in September alongside the entirety of our sisterhood. Our chapter is also looking forward to hosting our first ever Layups for Literacy philanthropy event this fall. Our chapter leadership team has been working all summer to ensure this event sets a precedent for future events but also provides opportunities for members to bond with one another and make a tangible difference. These initiatives reinforce the values of genuine connection, Sincere Friendship and service which are central to our sisterhood.
The Fall 2024 term looks promising at Colorado Alpha, and as Chapter President, I’m honored to keep witnessing Pi Phi’s commitment to bettering the lives of our sisters and community members. Nothing fills our hearts with more Pi Phi Pride than authentically living the values of our sisterhood.
In Pi Phi, RIKKI GALLEGOS Chapter President
From left: KAYLA RAGAISIS, VIOLA SANTANA, REESE BILLINGSLEY and ELLA SHULZE.
COLORADO ALPHA CHAPTER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO
Welcome, New Angel
SPRING 2024 NEW INITIATE
Audrey Coordt Manhattan Beach, CA
Executive Council
Rikki Gallegos Chapter President
Hayden Hotchkins Vice President Operations
Alex Bugner Vice President Risk Management
Abigail Williams Vice President Member Experience
Chloe Miller Vice President Finance/Housing
Mira Hougen Vice President Community Relations
Juliana Pearson Vice President Inclusion
Charlotte King Vice President Recruitment
Alumnae Advisory Committee (AAC)
Heather Horton, Wyoming Alpha AAC Chair
Jennifer Gerety, Washington Beta AAC Operations
Lauren Poor, Oregon Gamma AAC Risk Management
Kim Brouillette, Colorado Alpha AAC Member Experience
Diedre Fitzgerald, Virginia Zeta AAC Finance Housing
Christine Specht, Iowa Gamma AAC Community Relations
Kate Maddock, Nebraska Gamma AAC Inclusion
Alexis Essa, Connecticut Alpha AAC Recruitment
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Sisterhood Spotlight
Upper, from left: HAILEY AUSTIN, GIORDAN GITCHELL, HANNAH ENGER and PARKER GIOVARA.
Middle: Colorado Alphas and their moms celebrating Mom’s Weekend.
Lower, from left: HAILEY SCHURR and ABIGAIL WILLIAMS celebrating sisterhood with a day at the beach.
Take Time To Imagine
As an author, artist and educator, JAYME HANNA MANSFIELD seeks to bring beauty and expression into her own life and the lives of those around her. Read more about what inspires her most and how she authentically embraces a creative career.
AS AN AUTHOR, ARTIST AND EDUCATOR, WHAT DO YOU FIND MOST FULFILLING ABOUT YOUR CAREER?
I love to tell stories—both in word, in art and as a teacher to instruct others who share the same passions. Expressing beauty, encouraging dreams and experiencing life through creativity is my sweet spot. There is never an end point to the creative process as it constantly challenges my imagination and perseverance to be bold, courageous and remain dedicated to my purpose.
WHAT'S THE MOST CHALLENGING ASPECT OF HAVING A CREATIVE CAREER AND HOW DO YOU OVERCOME THAT?
I am deeply passionate about writing, painting and teaching others in their creative pursuits, and this makes for a full plate of artistic efforts. There are stretches in which a manuscript sits idle on the computer, a partially completed canvas stares at me from the easel and content for an upcoming retreat or online course remains incomplete. That’s when the deceptive voice of doubt sneaks in.
However, the creative process never ceases. It may not appear active each day, but the creative mind is constantly working out plot details, making note of the changing colors of the wildflowers in our meadow and providing inspiration to share with others from all facets of life. There is much to be gained and enjoyed from taking time to dream and imagine.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO PI PHIS WHO WISH TO PUSUE A SIMILAR CAREER?
Be your best self and add goodness and beauty to the world. The artistic world is vast and ever-changing. You know you have found your sweet spot when you are faithful to creating from your authentic self, and in the same breath, you desire to uplift and bring joy to others.
WHO (OR WHAT) CONSISTENTLY INSPIRES
YOU?
There is no shortage of inspiration from nature and our surroundings. Both in writing and painting, being observant of the changing landscapes, the ebb and flow of seasons and the interplay of people and animals in their environments is essential.
Be your best self and add goodness and beauty to the world. “
HOW DO YOU MEASURE PERSONAL SUCCESS?
I have learned to value and celebrate the milestones more as I add years to my life. The most rewarding way in which I measure personal success is when a reader, viewer or student shares how my art brings new insight, perspective and joy.
HOW HAS PI PHI MADE AN IMPACT ON YOUR LIFE?
Directly after college, a small group of Pi Phi sisters and I traveled in Europe. It was a life-changing and a cathartic culmination of our previous four years. I didn’t realize how profoundly our sisterhood impacted our personal growth, preparation for the next stage of life and the assurance we would always cheer each other on in the decades to come. Pi Phi friends, past and new, broaden and enrich my life— a refreshing reminder how we are all individuals and still cherish a common bond.
To connect with Jayme and learn more about her work, visit jaymehmansfield.com
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September is Read > Lead > Achieve ® Month
Every September, Pi Beta Phi celebrates Read > Lead > Achieve Month by working to inspire a lifelong love of reading in our communities. We encourage every Pi Phi to participate, donate and advocate for literacy through our reading initiatives, both during Read > Lead > Achieve Month and all year long. Be sure to use #ReadLeadAchieve or tag @pibetaphihq on social media to share the impact you’re making in your community!
Facility Update
During Summer 2024, Colorado Alpha’s chapter facility saw significant activity. The Fraternity Housing Corporation (FHC) oversaw a major structural reinforcement project aimed at maintaining a safe living environment. Additionally, in April 2024, FHC replaced three washing machine units to enhance the efficiency of the laundry services available at the facility.
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