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Tri Sigma With the help of a matching RPM Grant from the Tri Sigma Foundation, the Alpha Mu Chapter brought 'a little something extra' to young patients at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s & Children’s Hospital In the heart of Louisiana, a place of hope and healing now boasts an enchanting addition that is already bringing smiles and joy to the faces of the youngest patients at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s & Children’s Hospital in Lafayette. The recently updated Child Life Playroom is the latest testament to the impact of the Robbie Page Memorial Fund. A partnership between the Our Lady of Lourdes Foundation and the Alpha Mu Chapter at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, plus a matching grant through the Tri Sigma Foundation made the playroom possible. A dedication ceremony for the 300-square-foot space was held in April. The playroom provides a special place for pediatric and PICU patients to participate in therapeutic play, a small oasis of fun and normalcy amidst an often-stressful medical setting. “There is such a healing modality to providing children the opportunity to do things they would be doing at home that they are unable to do while they are in the hospital,” said Laurel Blanchard, Certified Child Life Specialist. “Being able to have this space allows that.” With its vibrant colors and an abundance of toys and games, this space has become a beacon of happiness for the hospital's tiniest patients. It's not just about fun and games; it's a vital component of the healing process. Research shows child life therapy significantly improves the well-being of pediatric patients. According to a study published in Medical News Today, child life interventions reduce anxiety levels in hospitalized children by more than 70 percent. The Alpha Mu Chapter raised funds through their annual chili cook-off, one of the largest annual philanthropic events hosted by a Tri Sigma collegiate chapter. "Our annual chili cook-off has been enjoyed by our community for officially a decade. Our members always enjoy seeing how much our sponsors, teams, and attendees enjoy this event," said Alpha Mu Philanthropy Chair Ashley Graffeo. "Our members take so much pride in knowing our hard work supports causes greater than ourselves." The Tri Sigma Foundation awards grants to local therapeutic play programs nominated by individual members, as well as collegiate and alumnae chapters. Play therapy helps children cope with difficult emotions and experiences. It can also help children feel more comfortable during medical procedures, like getting a shot or having blood drawn. By teaching them relaxation techniques and distracting them with play, they can feel less pain and fear. Since the establishment of the Robbie Page Memorial Fund in 1954, Tri Sigmas have contributed more than $2 million in grants to support our philanthropic initiative Sigma Serves Children. Each year, the Foundation awards local grants to programs nominated by individual Tri Sigmas or alumnae/collegiate chapters. Grants up to $5,000 may be awarded to hospitals and clinics for items such tablets, virtual reality headsets, sensory boxes, books, and interactive play tables. To learn more, visit trisigma.org/foundation/sigma-serves-children The Triangle FALL 2024 Submit Stories & Photos Links to other stories in this issue or links to departments? Past Issues Fall 2023 I From the Foundation Louisiana Lagniappe by Tri Sigma

Virtual Leadership Seminars provide engaging, webinar-style programs that offer practical tools for members. Virtual Leadership Seminars Each semester, VLS provides engaging, webinar-style programs that offer practical tools members can immediately apply to their life and leadership journeys. Frequently Asked Questions How do I register? Members can register via Zoom here , which gives you access to all five sessions. Do I need to attend every session? Attendance at all sessions is not required to participate in the series. Do I need to register more than once? Members only need to register once to gain access to all sessions. Registration will remain open throughout the series, so register at any time! Meet the Hosts Chris Smithhisler Iota Alpha–Alumnae Initiate Chris currently serves as Managing Director for the Tobias Leadership Center at Indiana University where she directs the Center’s initiatives to achieve the mission of preparing leaders for 21st century challenges and empowering leaders to solve complex problems. She has spent her professional career developing leadership programs that help individuals be the best leaders they can be. Michelle Tantillo Epsilon Omicron–Illinois State University Michelle currently serves as Vice Chair on the Tri Sigma Foundation Board of Directors. She is also a member of the Chicago Northwest Suburban and Chicago Northshore Alumnae Chapters. Outside of Sigma Michelle is a high school physics teacher at Prospect High School as well as a certified yoga instructor. Tri Sigma's values—wisdom, power, faith, hope, and love—are the foundation of our sisterhood, guiding our actions, decisions, and relationships both within the sorority and beyond. These values shape our commitment to personal growth, leadership, and service, inspiring us to strive for excellence in all areas of our lives. By embracing and embodying these values, Tri Sigmas not only honor our rich history and traditions but also cultivate a supportive and empowering community that fosters meaningful connections, lifelong learning, and positive impact in the world. We are thrilled to announce The Sigma Way , our multi-part fall Virtual Leadership Seminar. Over the course of five sessions, members will gain a deeper understanding of our guiding values and learn how to live them out in their everyday lives. REGISTER NOW Wisdom • Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. ET Members will explore how vision and truth guide us through life's challenges. Power • Oct. 23 at 7 p.m. ET Participants will learn how to identify and embrace their strengths to create positive change. Faith • Oct. 30 at 7 p.m. ET Members will discover how having faith in themselves can be used as a tool to overcome challenging times. Hope • Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. ET Participants will identify what inspires them to do better and be better. Love • Nov. 20 at 7 p.m. ET Members will explore the importance of self-love and caring for others.

Tri Sigma is excited to announce that outgoing National President Joyce Newcom O’Daniel, Alpha Chi–Murray State University, and Courtney Stone-Plamp, Alpha Psi–Eastern Illinois University, will join Tri Sigma’s long legacy of members serving as leaders within the National Panhellenic Conference . Joyce will join the National Panhellenic Conference Board of Directors for 2025-27, beginning July 1.  The NPC Board leads and establishes organization policy, sets strategy, oversees and secures resources, and monitors organizational performance. In this role, Joyce and her six fellow Board members will represent all NPC sorority women, working to advance the sorority experience together. A retired mortgage loan officer, Joyce brings with her a long history of service to Tri Sigma, including four terms on Executive Council and other various leadership roles such as Phoenix Alumnae Chapter President from 2008–11. She has also served as NPC Area Advisor and 1st Alternate NPC Delegate for 10 years.  Courtney will be installed as our NPC Delegate and ex-officio member of Tri Sigma’s Executive Council during Convention for the 2025–28 triennium. In her role, she will guide policy and represent Tri Sigma during NPC legislative changes, oversee the volunteer Panhellenic Team, foster collaboration among member organizations, and ensure Tri Sigma adheres to the NPC Unanimous Agreements. Courtney has served Tri Sigma in a variety of roles, including two terms as National Vice President, President of the Chicago Northwest Suburban Alumnae Chapter,   and most recently as chair of the 125th Anniversary Celebration in 2023. In her professional life, she is Chief Operating Officer and board director for Level 10, an IT solutions provider, where she has worked since 2011.  The NPC is led by a Council of Delegates consisting of one delegate from each of NPC’s 26 member organizations and a Board of Directors consisting of seven elected directors—five elected and two appointed by their member organization on a rotational basis. This structure is intended to ensure greater resources for priorities ranging from recruitment and membership growth, enhanced data collection and communications efforts advocating for the sorority experience. Tri Sigma would like to thank Linda Manley-Kuitu, Epsilon Rho–Minnesota State University, Mankato (pictured above with Joyce), for her extensive NPC service—including the past six years as our NPC delegate. Learn more about her and what comes next for Linda in the upcoming 2025 issue of The Triangle.  The National Panhellenic Conference is the umbrella organization specifically charged with advocating on behalf of the sorority experience. It is comprised of 26 national and international sororities that are autonomous social organizations. Collectively, NPC sororities are located on more than 670 campuses with nearly 5 million collegiate and alumnae members.

Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority, also known by its brand name of Tri Sigma, has announced it has no affiliation with or connection to the recently launched cryptocurrency that shares its brand name.     "Since 1898, Sigma Sigma Sigma has been dedicated to empowering women through lifelong sisterhood, leadership development, and service," said Jenna Martin Pendry, Tri Sigma’s Executive Director. “We want to be clear that Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority has no connection to, nor do we endorse, any cryptocurrency products or services.”    Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority has more than 143,000 collegiate and alumnae members worldwide. The organization remains focused on its mission of transforming the lives of women through the bonds of sisterhood.    For accurate and current information about Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority, visit trisigma.org or follow our official social media channels:    Facebook: @SigmaSigmaSigmaSorority Instagram: @SigmaSigmaSigmaHQ   Twitter: @TriSigma  (inactive)  LinkedIn:  @company/sigma-sigma-sigma-national-sorority   TikTok:  @TriSigmaHQ   The Tri Sigma Foundation, which operates independently to support the educational and philanthropic initiatives of Sigma Sigma Sigma, also has no affiliation with the cryptocurrency. Visit trisigmafoundation.org to learn more about the Foundation.

Tri Sigma continues its organization-wide commitment to diversity and inclusion with the announcement of two new partnerships. Timothy J. Fair has a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration from Mississippi State University, and is currently working at Auburn University as the Chief of Staff for the Office of Inclusion and Diversity. Ada K. Wilson has a J.D. from the University of North Carolina School of Law, and also works for Auburn University in the Office of Inclusion and Diversity as an Assistant Vice President for Access and Inclusive Excellence. Mr. Fair and Ms. Wilson will be working with Tri Sigma to develop a comprehensive cultural competency training module and training materials for undergraduate students, alumnae, volunteer leaders, and staff. Mr. Fair and Ms. Wilson will also help us measure the overall impact of these training efforts, and both will help create and lead our new national diversity and inclusion committee. “We are grateful to have Tim and Ada, who are clearly experts in the field of diversity and inclusion, help guide us and provide a framework for creating awareness and education, and to help us cultivate the kind of actions and attitudes that align with the values, principles, and policies of Tri Sigma,” said Marcia Cutter, Executive Director.