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Past National President Laura Ward Sweet, Alpha Sigma–University of Southern Mississippi, will serve once again on the 2021-2023  National Panhellenic Conference ‘ s Board of Directors. Laura has served for many years through her service to Tri Sigma as second alternate delegate (‘91-’95) and Tri Sigma Executive Council National Panhellenic Conference Delegate (‘95-’04), NPC delegate (‘10-’19) which also held Executive Council ex-officio member 2016-2019. Her service on the NPC Board of Directors will allow for her to advocate for the greater Panhellenic community and ensure the future of sorority life. “When it comes to Laura’s dedication and championing of the sorority experience, Tri Sigma has much to be proud of,” said Tri Sigma’s Executive Director Jenna Martin Pendry. “We know that she will continue to do great things for the Panhellenic community through her second term on the Board of Directors.” In 2018, NPC adopted a new organizational and governance structure designed to make the Conference more nimble and responsible to the most pressing challenges facing students, campus partners, and the greater Panhellenic community.   The new board begins its term of service on July 1 with the start of NPC’s new fiscal year. “All of us look forward to working with the new chairman and directors as they begin their roles as stewards for the Conference and champions of how NPC and our member organizations advance the sorority experience together,” said Dani Weatherford, J.D., NPC CEO.   About NPC’s Governance Structure  The NPC structure and governance model includes a 7-member Board of Directors consisting of five members and a chair elected to service by the Council of Delegates and two appointed by their member organization (on a rotational basis). The Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the affairs of the NPC. They establish corporate policy, set the strategic direction, and provide fiduciary oversight. and monitor organizational performance. The Council of Delegates consists of one representative from each of NPC’s 26 member organizations and has primary responsibility for Conference membership, Unanimous Agreements, and Panhellenic policies.

The Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors Awards & Recognition Committee recently presented their 2021 individual awards. Past Executive Council Member Allison Swick-Duttine, Psi–Marshall University, received the Dr. Robert H. Shaffer Award .  AFA shared: “Allison Swick-Duttine has spent her career providing support for fraternities and sororities on an inter/national and local level. She serves as the director of fraternity/sorority life and organization development at SUNY Plattsburgh, where she has focused her efforts on social justice, personal and professional development, and crafting a meaningful and safe experience. Her service to the fraternal movement is consistent and far-reaching. Allison has served as a board member for the Northeast Greek Leadership Association, the first chair of HazingPrevention.Org , and executive vice president of Sigma Sigma Sigma among others. Allison has previously been awarded the Shelley Sutherland Outstanding Volunteer Award (2012) and the Sue Kraft Fussell Distinguished Service Award (2007).” Allison has been a dedicated member and long-serving volunteer of Tri Sigma. She served on Executive Council as the Publications Vice President from 2007-2010 and National Vice President from 2010-2016.

Winnie Wilson Warner, Alpha Beta–Kent State University, and her husband Jim received the prestigious Wilford A. Butler Award from the Association of Fraternal Leadership & Values  during the recent 2025 AFLV Central Conference in Indianapolis.    The Wilford A. Butler Award recognizes an outstanding fraternity/sorority alumna who volunteers their time to support the acceleration of progress and is not the fraternity/sorority professional on campus.     Referred to in their nomination as “relentless supporters of the fraternal communities at University of Akron and Kent State University,” the couple has a long history of supporting their member organizations, both locally and nationally.  Winnie has served on Alpha Beta’s Chapter Advisory Board since 1992. She encourages collegiate women to become the "greatest version of yourself" and represent their sorority with honor and dignity. When Alpha Beta needed a campus home, Winnie spearheaded efforts to build a safe, new chapter house. Winnie is currently endowing a Foundation fund to create a legacy that will always benefit her beloved chapter sisters. Once endowed, the scholarship will be awarded annually to a member who represents our saying "to receive much, you must give much," and makes every effort to move Tri Sigma "above and beyond" into the future.  She currently serves as the C.A.B. Operations Advisor at Kent State and is a member the Foundation’s Batten Society for total lifetime giving, is an Ever Forward Member for completion of Lifetime Dues, and is active in the Northeast Ohio Alumnae Chapter. Her commitment and leadership have earned her several honors from Tri Sigma, the most recent of which in 2019 for 24 years of volunteer service.     The AFLV  , which awards the Wilford A. Butler Award to outstanding alumna volunteers each year, exists to accelerate progress in fraternity/sorority communities through change-enabling experiences.

National Vice President Kara Miller McCarty, Epsilon Delta–Gannon University, was recently honored with the Northeast Greek Leadership Association’s   Compass Award during the association’s annual conference in Baltimore. This  award is given to outstanding past NGLA volunteers who exemplify excellence in leadership, innovation, and commitment to advancing the mission of the association. Kara is celebrated for her outstanding contributions to higher education and fraternity/sorority life. She previously served as the Director of Sorority and Fraternity Life at Cornell University before joining Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity as the Managing Director of Training and Development where she currently oversees  the fraternity’s educational strategy. Kara has served on Executive Council as a National Vice President since 2016. Prior to serving on Council, she served as a College Panhellenic Assistant, Collegiate Chapter Advisor, SAFE Team member, and Founders Day of Giving Ambassador. “ Kara has built such an impressive career. Her dedication to student development and leadership is evident—and Tri Sigma is all the better for it ,” said National President Joyce Newcom O’Daniel. “It has been an honor to serve alongside her on Executive Council.” In addition to volunteering for Sigma, she is a devoted advocate for advancing fraternity/sorority life. She previously served on the NGLA’s Board of Directors and as President of the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors. She has also been a dedicated member of Tri Sigma, serving in a variety of leadership roles throughout her experience.   The Northeast Greek Leadership Association  is dedicated to educating and empowering fraternity and sorority leaders across the Northeast. Through its annual conference and year-round programming, NGLA provides resources, leadership development, and networking opportunities that inspire values-based leadership and foster a thriving Greek community

Tri Sigma’s 2022–25 Executive Council was installed at its 46th National Convention, on June 25, at the Marriott Waterside Hotel in Norfolk, Virginia. More than 400 collegiate and alumnae members were in attendance. The following Executive Council was elected to lead the 2022–25 triennium: National President Joyce Newcom O’Daniel, Alpha Chi–Murray State University National Treasurer Bonnie Rainey, Alpha Sigma–University of Southern Mississippi National Vice President Crystal Jones, Zeta Pi–Virginia Wesleyan University National Vice President Kara Miller McCarty, Epsilon Delta–Gannon University National Vice President Lauren Moran, Gamma Rho–Edinboro University of Pennsylvania National Vice President Veronica Atkins Seymour, Eta Omicron–Sam Houston State University Linda Manley-Kuitu, Epsilon Rho–Minnesota State University, MankatoEx-Officio, will continue to serve as an ex-officio member as NPC Delegate. “As Sigmas, we treasure our values of faith, hope, power, wisdom, and love. For the coming triennium, I suggest that we embellish those values by adding the word pride,” said O’Daniel in her Presidential Charge. “I promise to keep these values at the forefront of my service.” Learn more about these women here . Tri Sigma is thankful for the dedication and service of alumnae who volunteer to serve in such a great capacity.

Tri Sigma is proud to recognize exceptional members and chapters each year. Chapter award categories highlight the connection between excellent operations and sisterhood while individual award categories recognize outstanding leadership within Tri Sigma and the local community. Congratulations to the following 2019 award recipients:   COLLEGIATE CHAPTER AWARDS Collegiate Chapter of the Year Alpha Mu, University of Louisiana at Lafayette  C.A.B. of the Year Alpha Mu–University of Louisiana at Lafayette  Commitment to Excellence Chi, Pittsburg State University   Creative Educational Program Alpha Mu, University of Louisiana at Lafayette Excellence in Community Service Beta Xi, Southeast Missouri State University Excellence in Membership Selection Alpha Mu, University of Louisiana at Lafayette  Member Development and Educational Programming Nu–University of Central Missouri Ritual and Values Programming Nu, University of Central Missouri   Panhellenic Excellence Alpha Iota, Northeastern State University   Jane E. Kinderman Standards of Efficiency Nu, University of Central Missouri   Pillar 4 Achievement Alpha, Longwood University  Alpha Chi, Murray State University  Alpha Iota, Northeastern State University   Alpha Mu, University of Louisiana at Lafayette  Alpha Pi, Clarion University  Delta Pi, Winthrop University  Epsilon Epsilon, Stockton University   Gamma Xi, Barton College  Nu, University of Central Missouri   INDIVIDUAL COLLEGIATE AWARDS Mabel Lee Walton Leadership Award Bryley  Hoodenpyle  Banks, Alpha Iota–Northeastern State University Margaret Freeman Everett Outstanding Senior Miranda  Himel, Alpha Mu–University of  Louisiana  at Lafayette  Outstanding Members Ariel Bernhard, Theta Zeta–Case Western Reserve University  Natalie Brooks, Gamma Xi–Barton College   Madison Deacon, Beta Alpha–Northern Illinois University  Ashlyn Doucet, Alpha Mu–University of Louisiana at Lafayette   Ashley Rustad, Zeta Eta–Winona State University   Outstanding Seniors Allison Dunkle, Gamma Xi–Barton College  Drayhven Flowers, Nu–University of Central Missouri  Ashlynn Keyser, Alpha–Longwood University   Allison Shelton-Tahdooahnippah, Alpha Iota–Northeastern State University  Jessica Weber, Beta Pi–University of Wisconsin–Stout  Outstanding Collegiate Volunteers Katelyn Causey, Epsilon Epsilon–Stockton University  Jordyn Hickerson, Zeta Chi–Coastal Carolina University   Jennifer Strangis Lundquist, Beta Pi–University of Wisconsin–Stout  Miranda Richmond, Theta Zeta–Case Western Reserve University   Fraternity/Sorority Advisor of the Year Mel Dickey, Delta Gamma and Manager for Culture of Care, Greek Life Office, Division of Student Affairs at Case Western Reserve University    ALUMNAE AWARDS Alumnae Chapter of the Year Phoenix Excellence in Community Service Phoenix  Excellence in Member Recruitment Chicago North Shore  Excellence in Overall Programming Phoenix  Outstanding Single Program Greater Los Angeles  Sisterhood Award Chicago North Shore  Steadfast Alumna Citation Elizabeth Wakeman Hoffert, Beta Xi, Southeastern Missouri State University and Phoenix   Emily Gates Alumna Achievement Veronica Atkins, Eta Omicron, Sam Houston State University  Outstanding Alumna   Jennifer Belmar– McKenzie, Beta Xi and Greater St. Louis  Mary Webster, Beta Kappa and Phoenix  Emerging Alumna   Amanda Schandler Armstrong, Iota Alpha and Indianapolis Suburban   Katelyn Causey, Epsilon Epsilon, Stockton University   Lauren Cunkelman, Alpha Delta, Drexel University and Philadelphia Area Olivia Del Viscio, Eta Theta, Gustavus Adolphus College

Tri Sigma Sr. Director of Marketing and Communications Jennifer Freeman Thompson (center) receives some help from Tri Sigmas Mallory Hite Borino (left), Director of Marketing and Communications at Delta Gamma Sorority, and Rachel Greene (right), Communications Director for Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity. Tri Sigma won six national marketing awards during the Fraternity Communications Association 's recent annual recognition banquet. Each year, hundreds of communications and marketing professionals from fraternal organizations, professional membership groups, and honor societies gather for FCA's annual conference. One highlight of the event is the awards banquet, where the industry’s best work is honored. Tri Sigma is pleased to announce its Marketing and Communications Team has received the following FCA Awards for work completed in 2022: CRITIC’S CHOICE AWARDS Social Media Post – 2nd Place – Purple & Pearls Boutique Relaunch Intended to promote the wide variety of new merchandise offered in the newly launched Purple & Pearls online boutique, this 6-part Instagram story allowed the audience to vote on their favorite new items. The day the post went live, the boutique saw a 250% increase in sales. Entries were judged on engagement rates, content and imagery, relevance to the intended audience, and outcome of social media engagement. The content was developed by Hannah Laux, Associate Director of Marketing and Communication. 2-Page Magazine Design – 2nd Place – “Road Trip to Farmville” “Roadtrip to Farmville,” which appeared in the Fall 2022 issue of The Triangle , was written to generate member excitement for the then-upcoming 125th anniversary celebration in Farmville, Virginia. The piece, designed by Sr. Director of Marketing and Communication Jennifer Freeman Thompson, spotlights “Significantly Sigma” sights to see while in Farmville and the surrounding areas, including Tri Sigma’s seven collegiate chapters in Virginia and National Headquarters. Entries were judged on overall attractiveness of the design, and relevance to the intended audience. COMMUNICATIONS AWARDS Alumnae Engagement Effort – 2nd Place – Foundation Holiday Mailer The 2022 annual holiday campaign used the recurring “Big Dreams” theme introduced at Convention to emphasize the importance of Tri Sigma leadership programming. Entries were judged on organization and attractiveness, usefulness and relevance to alumnae, and success of the effort. The content and strategy were developed by Foundation Director of Annual Giving Megan Elms Caldwell and was designed by Jennifer Freeman Thompson. Publication Improvement—Printed Materials – 2nd Place – 2022 Annual Report This award honors outstanding efforts to improve an existing printed material other than a magazine. Entries were judged on improvement of the copy and design, overall attractiveness of the updated version, and relevance to intended audience. The piece was written and designed by Jennifer Freeman Thompson with contributions from National President Joyce O’Daniel, Associate Executive Director of Enablement Lorin Philips, Accountant Linda May, Foundation Board Chair JeanMarie Komyathy, and Megan Elms Caldwell. MAGAZINE & WRITING AWARDS Story Packaging—Short – 2nd Place – “Road Trip to Farmville” In addition to being selected by other fraternity/sorority marketing teams for overall design in the Critic’s Choice category (noted above), the “Road Trip to Farmville” story was recognized for combining outstanding writing and design through creativity, presentation, and organization using additional graphics, sidebar, or visual elements. The content was developed by Archives Committee Member Wendy Kirkpatrick, Director of Lifetime Engagement Meagan Earls and Jennifer Freeman Thompson. Publication Improvement—Magazine – 2nd Place – The Triangle This award honors outstanding efforts to improve an existing magazine that has undergone significant change during 2022. Entries were judged on the improvement of design, improvement of copy, overall attractiveness of the updated version, and relevance to the intended audience. The Triangle was edited and designed by Jennifer Freeman Thompson with contributions from National President Joyce O’Daniel, Foundation Board Chair JeanMarie Komyathy, Megan Elms Caldwell, and Triangle volunteers Devyn Vinson and Jennifer Kuhn Call. Additional copy editing was provided by Executive Director Jenna Martin Pendry, Office Manager Margaret Fields, and Hannah Laux. Click here to view the entire issue. FCA received more than 600 submissions from its 50+ member organizations, and 28 organizations received awards for outstanding efforts in a variety of writing, design, and communication categories. A list of all winners and categories can be found here .

As part of its 47 th  National Convention in St. Louis in June, Tri Sigma celebrated exceptional members and chapters. The awards program celebrates the accomplishments of collegiate chapters, alumnae chapters and individual members during the 2024 calendar year as well as the 2022-25 triennium. Chapter award categories highlight the connection between excellent operations and sisterhood while individual award categories recognize outstanding leadership within Tri Sigma and the local community.   The following award recipients have created a legacy of excellence, hard work, and are stellar examples of a values-focused commitment to Tri Sigma and their communities.     Collegiate Chapter Awards  Excellence in Academic Success   Mu–Truman State University    Excellence in Member Development   Alpha Chi–Murray State University    Excellence in Marketing and Social Media   PR Week: Alpha Xi–University of Wisconsin–Whitewater  TikTok: Epsilon Chi–Northeastern University  Social Media Campaign: Alpha Upsilon–James Madison University    Excellence in Resiliency   Zeta Theta–Idaho State University    Excellence in Membership Recruitment   Chi–Pittsburg State University    Excellence in Honor Council   Chi–Pittsburg State University    Excellence in Alumnae Engagement   Chi–Pittsburg State University    Excellence in New Member Engagement   Chi–Pittsburg State University    Excellence in New Member Onboarding   Chi–Pittsburg State University    Community Collaborator   Gamma Pi–Nicholls State University    Jane E. Kinderman Standards of Efficiency Award   Alpha Chi–Murray State University    Laura Ward Sweet Panhellenic Excellence Award   Chi–Pittsburg State University    Individual Collegiate Awards  Margaret Freeman Outstanding Senior Award   Sydney Pedigo, Alpha–Longwood University    Outstanding Senior Award   McKinley Dowdy, Alpha Upsilon–James Madison University  Erin Hawkins, Alpha Beta–Kent State University    Mabel Lee Walton Leadership Award   Hannah Eckstein, Chi–Pittsburg State University    Outstanding Member Award   Mary Frerking, Nu–Central Missouri University  Meredith Foster, Alpha–Longwood University    Fraternity/Sorority Advisor of the Year   Kim Newbern, Alpha Chi–Murray State University    Outstanding Advisor Award   Courtney Enroughty, Alpha Growth Advisor  Kate Miller, Nu Operations Advisor  Tracy Mitchell, Gamma Xi C.A.B. Chair   Lorin Phillips, Alpha Upsilon C.A.B. Chair      Alumnae Chapter Awards  Hope: Excellence in Volunteerism Chicago North Shore  Northern Virginia    Faith: Excellence in Ritual Chicago North Shore  Phoenix  Wisdom: Excellence in Educational Programming   Chicago North Shore  Phoenix  Love: Character Development Chicago North Shore  Phoenix    Power: Excellence in Mentorship Atlanta Northeast Ohio    Excellence in Collegiate Support  Phoenix  Excellence in Social Media   Atlanta  Empowered Award Indianapolis Suburban    Alumnae Chapter of the Year Chicago North Shore      Individual Alumnae Awards  Emerging Alumna Award   Jennifer Rinehart, Epsilon Theta and Atlanta Alumnae Chapter  Megan Harrold, Iota Alpha and Indianapolis Suburban Alumnae Chapter       Outstanding Alumnae Award   Kaki Garard, Epsilon Xi and Indianapolis Suburban Alumnae Chapter  Amanda Conley, Epsilon Theta and Atlanta Alumnae Chapter  Ann Marie Barry, Alpha Psi and Chicago North Shore Alumnae Chapter    Steadfast Alumna Award   Jennifer Fowler, Sigma and Denver Area Alumnae Chapter     Emily Gates Award   Tracy Mitchell, Gamma Xi    Founders Award   Vicki Wellman Bird, Nu  Emily Eure Ellis, Gamma Beta   Reatha Cole Cox, Alpha Zeta   Bethany Deines, Beta Kappa Volunteer Service Awards  6 Years   Paige Antonacci, Theta Delta  Susan Bergstrom, Beta Theta  SueB Bracksieck, Beta Mu  Emily Brands, Eta Chi  Susan Carino, Zeta Alpha  Caledonia Darling, Alpha  Ellen Herbig, Beta Beta  Jardi Jones, Alpha Mu  Jenna Langhorne, Eta Omicron   Lillian Lingenfelter, Pi  Kendra Reichling, Beta Xi  Stacy Rowan, Alpha Xi  Kristina Schuler, Nu  Catherine Till, Eta Omicron  Tifani White, Zeta Theta  Jill Zager, Alpha Nu    15 Years   Jennifer Avenel, Delta Pi   Karrie Benjamin, Gamma Alpha  Vicki Bird, Nu  Heather Cruz, Zeta Psi  Amber Derryberry-Lesher, Eta Pi  Becky Durocher, Gamma Pi  Jocelyn Harper, Alpha Beta  Alecia Harrison, Delta Delta  Mary Catherine Hartley, Delta Delta  Melinda Horn, Nu  Desiree Jackson, Alpha Omicron  Kim Katz, Epsilon Kappa  Gwendolyn Raifsnider, Delta Zeta  Christina Smithhisler, Iota Alpha  Alyssa Strickland-Knight, Alpha Phi    24 Years   Brenda Christie, Alpha Iota  Linda Clayton, Omicron  JeanMarie Mattingly, Gamma Kappa  Nancy McGowan, Kappa  Kaye Schendel, Gamma Phi    30+ Years   Millie Diget, Alpha Phi  Joyce O'Daniel, Alpha Chi  Bonnie Rainey, Alpha Sigma  Foundation Awards  Collegiate Chapters of the Triennium   Alpha Mu–University of Louisiana at Lafayette - $95,426.54   Alpha Chi–Murray State University - $62,181.01   Eta Omicron–Sam Houston State University - $53,564.20  Alpha Beta–Kent State University - $36,723.55  Gamma Beta–East Carolina University - $36,146.42    Alumnae Chapters of the Triennium   Phoenix Alumnae Chapter - $15,180.80  Twin Cities Alumnae Chapter - $6,651.88  Northern Virginia Alumnae Chapter - $6,603.05  Chicago North Shore Alumnae Chapter - $5,915.76  Denver Area Alumnae Chapter - $5,262.61    Emerging Philanthropist of the Triennium   Caitlyn Westfall, Theta Gamma    Philanthropist of the Triennium   Karrie Kinsella Benjamin, Gamma Alpha

Sigma Sigma Sigma National Sorority has announced that the organization’s Executive Council has officially approved the relocation of its national headquarters to Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The decision came after an extensive review of a detailed, third-party feasibility study on the physical space needs of the administrative offices and archives. Several factors were considered, including the evolving needs of the organization and the cost of maintaining two properties—one of which was built in 1914. “During the past few years, many organizations across all industries and sectors have reimagined the use of physical office spaces. With 75 percent of Tri Sigma’s full-time staff working remotely across 12 states, the operating needs of our organization have evolved,” said National President Joyce Newcom O’Daniel. “This move will allow us to dedicate a larger percentage of resources to serving the needs of our collegiate and alumnae members.” The new headquarters will eventually be located in the facility previously occupied by Tri Sigma’s Delta Delta Chapter at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. It is owned by Tri Sigma, has an ADA-compliant ground floor, and is close to a major airport. In addition to making travel to NHQ more accessible to staff, volunteers, and other visitors, its proximity to three major universities will also provide expanded opportunities for larger in-person meetings and events. While Woodstock has been Tri Sigma’s longest-running base of operations, it was not the first. Prior to Sigma’s purchase of the Walton House in the 1960s, the national office had previously moved to wherever the current national president lived. “Woodstock, Virginia, will forever have an important place in Tri Sigma’s history. As we honor our time here and those who played a role in that part of our history, we also look forward to our next chapter,” said O’Daniel. “This decision looks toward our future and keeping Tri Sigma moving ever forward .” For more information, visit our FAQ .

The newly installed 2025-27 Executive Council, Brenda Christie, Courtney Stone-Plamp, Celinda Miranda-LaBella, Lauren Moran, Stephanie Blair, Crystal Jones, and Veronica Seymore. Newly elected leaders of Tri Sigma were installed on the final night of its 47th National Convention, June 28, at Union Station in St. Louis. Nearly 500 collegiate and alumnae members were in attendance, including credentialed voting delegates representing active collegiate and alumnae chapters, and national volunteer teams. The 2025-28 Executive Council includes: National President Lauren Moran, Gamma Rho–PennWest Edinboro National Treasurer Stephanie Blair, Delta Delta–Univ. of North Carolina at Chapel Hill National Vice Presidents Brenda Christie, Alpha Iota–Northeastern State University; Crystal Jones, Zeta Pi–Virginia Wesleyan University; Celinda Miranda-LaBella, Zeta Epsilon–Florida International University; and Veronica Atkins Seymour, Eta Omicron–Sam Houston State University   Newly appointed NPC Delegate Courtney Stone-Plamp , Alpha Psi–Eastern Illinois University, will serve as an ex-officio member of the group, along with Executive Director Jenna Martin Pendry who serves as the official Secretary of the sorority.   “As we look ahead to the next triennium, I invite you to join me in a collective journey—one that is grounded in our shared values of wisdom, power, faith, hope, and love,” said newly installed National President Lauren Moran during the Festival of Lights which traditionally closes each triennial Convention. “In this space, our Founders offered a place where you and I can belong. My hope is that, together, we can offer the same opportunity for generations to come.” Learn more about Tri Sigma’s 2025-28 Executive Council here . Tri Sigma is thankful for the dedication and service of alumnae who volunteer to serve in such a great capacity.

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 an 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.

The Tri Sigma Foundation and March of Dimes have partnered to introduce the Tri Sigm a Bubble Zone, an opportunity to support the fight for healthy moms and babies. Bubble Zones can bring Sigma sisters together to have fun during March of Dimes events like March for Babies while shedding light on how March of Dimes research impacts premature babies everywhere. Download the Bubble Zone Guide  and watch the webinar below to learn: What is March for Babies and how can I volunteer at my local event What is Bubble Zone and why is it important What is surfactant and surfactant replacement therapy 5 tips for how to host a Bubble Zone Preview the new March of Dimes brand