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. After spending the summer months apart and reuniting on campus earlier this fall, there have been an abundance of opportunities to live our values at Kansas Beta.
Kansas Beta members cherish the time we spend with one another; being together on campus is always a special time filled with excitement and gratitude. I love coming back to campus with my sisters because of all the fun we have living together.
It is so fulfilling to be surrounded by women who not only have the best sense of humor and kindest hearts, but who also share similar values. This is truly what makes Pi Phi the perfect place for me and what makes coming back after a long summer so exciting.
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 Kansas Beta is dedicated to fulfilling this vision for our sisterhood.
At Kansas Beta, there are many possibilities to engage with our community in purposeful ways. The fall term is especially meaningful; our chapter is looking forward to hosting our annual women’s self-defense class, in memory of our Kansas Beta sister, Ali Kemp, who passed away in 2002. Each year, The Ali Kemp Educational (TAKE) Foundation comes to present this class, and we invite all members in our community to participate. This year we have also partnered with Alpha Chi Omega to host Sips for Survivors, a soda bar to raise money for TAKE Foundation. Not only does this event root us in our value of Philanthropic Service to Others, but it also keeps us grounded in Sincere Friendship.
The Fall 2024 term has been truly fulfilling at Kansas Beta, 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,
ALLISON DRAGOO
Chapter President
Kansas Beta senior class of 2024 enjoying their annual senior dinner.
KANSAS BETA CHAPTER AT KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
SPRING 2024 NEW INITIATE
Brynn McFall
St. George, Kansas
Executive Council
Chapter President
Allison Dragoo
Vice President Operations
Cassidy Schoenfeld
Vice President
Risk Management
Sydney Wood
Vice President
Member Experience
Gabi Ulvenes
Vice President Finance/Housing
Ashley Thomas
Vice President
Community Relations
Emma Schilling
Vice President Inclusion
Abby Horsch
Vice President Recruitment
Eva Naab
Alumnae Advisory Committee (AAC)
AAC Chair
Gail Cardinal Lusk
Kansas Beta
AAC Operations
Kari Morgan
Wyoming Alpha
AAC Risk Management
Gail Cardinal Lusk
Kansas Beta
AAC Member Experience
Gail Cardinal Lusk
Kansas Beta
AAC Finance/Housing
Barbara Roe Luhrs
Kansas Beta
AAC Community Relations
Emily Myers Wehling Kansas Beta
AAC Inclusion
Elizabeth Van Buren Kiss Iowa Gamma
AAC Recruitment
Vanessa Gower Calcara
Kansas Beta
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Sisterhood Spotlight
Upper, from left: EMERSYN ORME , ELLIE COVELL and BAILEY SCARBROUGH at a rodeo event in Kansas.
Middle: ELLYSON SOMERS recently performed with her band, “Aces and Eight's” in Ellinwood, Kansas.
Lower, from left: KIERSTEN SCHMALZ , LEXI DEWEESE , OLIVIA FAVERO, EMMA SCHILLING , SAMANTHA SEILER and ASHLEY THOMAS during Fall 2024 Bid Day.
You Always Have a Place in Pi Phi
As a collegian, REBECCA DOLL FAIRCHILD found a true sense of community within Pi Phi. Now, as a member of Kansas Beta’s AAC, she hopes to provide the same support and meaningful experiences to the next generation of sisters.
WHAT DREW YOU TO PI PHI DURING RECRUITMENT?
When I went through formal recruitment, I was really impressed by how down-to-earth and well-rounded everyone was. Pi Phi brought me some amazing women who pushed me to be better while always having my back.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PI PHI MEMORY?
When I was a collegian, I had the amazing opportunity to attend the Pi Beta Phi Convention in Washington, D.C. It was such a blast meeting members from all over! I loved experiencing the traditions from each chapter, but the absolute highlight was getting to accept the Balfour Cup for Kansas Beta!
WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO VOLUNTEER FOR PI PHI?
Last November, I was getting my nails done for my wedding and happened to run into the Chapter House Corporation President from my time in the chapter house. I told her I had just moved back to Manhattan, Kansas, and was excited to get involved in the chapter. Growing up in Western Kansas, I didn’t know many people at Kansas State University, but fraternity/sorority life helped me make so many awesome friends and gave me opportunities I wouldn’t have had otherwise. I wanted to volunteer to help other women find those same opportunities, so running into my old mentor felt like fate!
WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR FAVORITE ASPECT OF SERVING ON AAC? WHAT ABOUT THE BIGGEST LEARNING CURVE?
My senior year of college was a bit unconventional due to the COVID-19 pandemic—virtual chapter meetings and fewer social events made it different from my previous years in the house. I was worried some chapter traditions might have been lost, but as a member of AAC, I’ve had the chance to visit chapters and am thrilled to see those traditions still alive.
HOW HAS PI PHI MADE AN IMPACT ON YOUR LIFE?
Pi Phi gave me a sense of community. Additionally, since I studied engineering there were not many women in my major, so Pi Phi is where I found many friendships. At the end of the day, I always knew I had a place at Pi Phi.
WHAT
DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT OUR SISTERHOOD?
The diversity of perspectives we have. Everyone brings something unique to the table which helps us think outside the box. Plus, that diversity creates such a strong sense of belonging. It feels great to be part of a sisterhood where everyone is valued, and we can learn from each other while having fun together!
AS A PI PHI VOLUNTEER YOURSELF, WHY DO YOU THINK VOLUNTEERING FOR OUR SISTERHOOD IS SO IMPORTANT?
Volunteering for our sisterhood means so much to me because I want to help other women have the same amazing opportunities I had. Pi Phi really enhanced my college experience, both academically and socially, and I know that wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible chapter volunteers. It’s all about empowering the next generation of sisters and making sure they feel supported. I love being part of a community that makes a positive difference through its meaningful work!
Rebecca and her husband, Michael.
Pi Phi PRESS
BetaBase is Here!
BetaBase is Pi Beta Phi’s new member portal and database management system designed to enhance your Pi Phi experience. Powered by Salesforce, BetaBase offers enhanced technology and data reporting and more advanced tools for chapters, alumnae clubs and members. Members should create a BetaBase account to update their member profile and communications. This will allow you to find Pi Phi sisters, access your giving history, easily fulfill your annual dues commitment and submit online Recruitment Information Forms.
Pi Phis with a valid email on file were sent an invitation to create their BetaBase account in mid-July. Didn’t receive your email invitation? Create your account now.
Facility Updates
Kansas Beta received new flooring for their dining room over the summer which members have been very pleased with.
The Kansas Beta Chapter needs your help to ensure its long-term success. A Chapter House Improvement Program (CHIP) Fund you alumnae to make tax-deductible contributions in support of your chapter facility to fund qualified educational projects and expenses. By supporting the Kansas Beta CHIP, you are supporting future educational projects within the facility. To make a donation, follow the QR code below. Your gift is an investment in the place our sisters call home. To learn more about opportunities to support your chapter's facility, please reach out to us at fhc@pibetaphi.org and fndn@pibetaphi.org. We'd love to hear from you!
Save the Date for Convention 2025
Join us in Louisville, Kentucky, on June 19-21, 2025, for Pi Beta Phi’s 75 th Biennial Convention: A Celebration of Sisterhood where we'll honor our 158-year history and the values at the heart of Pi Beta Phi. Registration will open in early 2025.
Empowering the Next Generation of Pi Phis
Your $45 international alumnae dues power the programs that define the Pi Phi member experience, from leadership events to personal development opportunities and the volunteer and staff support that helps chapters grow. You can shape the future of our sisterhood by paying your annual alumnae dues by scanning the QR code.
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