Our Amazing New Members! #NM14 - There's Always Sunny Skies with Alpha Chi by Your Side

Katy Alexander, Plantation

Sara Anderson, Orlando

Kylie Ariotti, Jupiter

Kristi Babb, Saint Johns

Sari Babkes, Plantation

Erika Bailey, Ringoes

Hope Baisley, Fuquay Varina

Erica Baranski, Lakeland

Stephanie Bernal, Miami

Katie Blumenthal, Fort Lauderdale

Alex Bretz, Jupiter

Bailey Brown, Acworth

Kaitlyn Brown, Palm City

Megan Brownell, Northville

Lauren Burkhart, Coral Springs (L - mom - Gamma Iota)

Katie Campbell, Rockledge

Rachel Cantelou, Melbourne

Mia Carastro, Tampa

Brittany Casciano, Fairport

Colleen Chatfield, Pembroke Pines

Kayla Copley, Coral Springs

Alexa Copperstone, East Williston

Taylor Dake, Jacksonville Beach

Hannah Dawkins, Saint Petersburg

Cori Day, Gulf Breeze

Adriana Diaz-Granados, Boca Raton

Mindy Do, St. Petersburg

Taylor Dowling, Saint James

Hailey Edwards, Chester

Alicia Ferrari, Miami

Jessica Gehring, Palm Beach Gardens

Emily Gibson, Jupiter

Celia Gisleson, Upper Saint Clair

Lexi Goldberg, Cape Coral

Corinne Gorant, Boynton Beach

Jordan Greene, Viera

Stephanie Haley, Jensen Beach

Carrie Hall, Largo

Mia Harding, Sarasota

Ashley Hartford, Milton

Chelsea Hauck, Ocean Ridge

Sarah Hoffman, Harrisburg

Danielle Hogan, Ocoee

Cory Hohler , Bradenton (L - mom & aunt - Alpha Omicron)

Alexa Huffman, Lake Mary

Erin Kahle, Coral Springs

Gabrielle Kilker, Jacksonville

Rebecca Koontz, Weston

Sari Kossoff, Orlando

Katie Krueger, Debary

Gabriella Lipson, Ft. Lauderdale

Emily Malcom, Palm City

Kyla McAuliffe, Palm City

Kayla McNulty, Bradenton

Megan Miller, Jacksonville

Michelle Moore, Hillsborough

Mackenzie Murray, Ft. Lauderdale

Shannon Nichols, Lutherville

Sarah Pedersen, Simsbury

Skye Pennebaker, Miami

Abby Pruitt, Jupiter

Michelle Reese, Coral Springs

Delaney Riggins, Bradenton

Yahira Rodriguez, Coral Springs

Carly Roman, Doylestown

Madison Schiefelbein, Lake Mary

Lauren Schwerdt, Highlands Ranch (L - gmom - Sigma)

Monica Shevock, Boca Raton

Andreia Silva, Westfield

Sarah Smith, Caldwell

Violet Soliz, Springfield

Morgan Stuckert, Naples

Kadi Swiniarski, Naples

Rachel Taspek, Sarasota

Alyssa Tencza, Fort Lauderdale

Gianna Traylor, Bradenton

Makenzie Wirth, Orlando

#AXONM14 - The Famous New Member Retreat!

Just a few photos from the fantastic time our new members had with some of our seniors and New Member Education Committee at Camp Indian Springs, Crawfordville, FL.

(part of) Our devoted NME committee! Molly - Orientation Retreat Chair; Heidi - Mystagogue Coor.; Emma - Asst VP-NME; Nicole - the head chica - VP-NME

some did yoga ...

while some went paintballing!

New Member Love! NM14 #BidDay14 at @FSUPanhellenic

We were so excited to welcome home 87 new members from 2014 Recruitment at Florida State University! We love them all and can't wait to highlight them on our blog.

We have 62 freshman, 21 sophomores and 4 juniors. Three of our freshman are legacies! NM14 comes from cities as close as Gulf Breeze, FL and as far as Highlands Ranch, CO.

Here are a few amazing things these Real. Strong. Women. accomplished:

Varsity Swim Team

Varsity Field Hockey Team

Travel Softball

Competitive Cheerleading 

Peer to Peer Counselor
Mission trip to Jamaica

Mission trip to Haiti

Torch Night at FSU

FSU Garnet and Gold Key

Christian Campus Fellowship

TEDxFSU

Cotillion

Cross Country Team

Mu Alpha Theta

National Honor Society 

Varsity Soccer Team

Florida Travel Soccer Team 

National Art Honor Society

DECA

FBLA

HOSA

Flag Football

Master Musician

Relay for Life

Orchestra Student Board

National Physics Honor Society

Dance Team and Competitions 

We can't wait to see what all they do for Alpha Chi Omega and The Florida State University!

#Ritual #reblog from @AlphaChiOmegaHQ & @LizRagland (@OCUAChiO)

This fabulous blog post is perfect as we enjoy our first, regular chapter meeting of 2014!
Thank you Liz (OCU, Gamma Tau) and our Alpha Chi Omega Ritual Specialists.
Let us Seek the Heights in 2014-2015 and keep our lives in tune with the world around us!

8 Reasons Why I Love Lyres, Red Carnations and Lyrebirds (and why you should too)

By Liz Ragland, Gamma Tau
I can’t pretend that it’s not true. It’s not a dirty secret or anything to be embarrassed about so I’m just going to put it out there: I’m kind of obsessed with all of the things that remind me of Alpha Chi.
I’m taking a detour from the typical ritual-themed post and borrowing a trick from Buzzfeed - a list! There is no sensational title or pictures of boy bands, or cats (or boy bands with cats) just an honest list of why our symbols, rituals, traditions, and history remind me of our common bond as sisters. Next time you see a red carnation, lyre, or a lyrebird out in the wild I hope you’ll think of our sisterhood!

1. Red carnations are everywhere – If you have ever been tasked with buying red carnations for bid day or any Alpha Chi ceremony you may think that they are hard to find but really, they are almost always available! It’s kind of awkward to get sentimental standing in the floral section at Trader Joe’s, but every time I spot a red carnation it reminds me of the important events in my life as an Alpha Chi. It takes me back to many times I was handed a red carnation: Bid Day, after Initiation, after Hall of Commitment, and after my last formal meeting.
2. Lyre spotting makes me smile – Next time you are in museum, go lyre spotting. Our beloved symbol was used in many styles of art and architecture and it’s always fun to count how many times you can find our symbol in art, or even at Walt Disney World. Next time you do spot a lyre, snap a picture be sure to send it to Coffeewithcelia@gmail.com so we can feature it on Facebook!
3. Stars are always present (and so are your sisters) – Look up. You may not see the stars right now but they are there. Just like your sisters, stars are always present even when it’s daylight. In good times and in bad, remind yourself that your sisters are always there to help you along your journey even when they might not be totally visible, they are there. Perhaps it’s time you get away from the pollution of light and a busy life and seek them out.
4. Fall, full of olive greens and scarlet reds, reminds me of a fresh start – Our sisterhood was founded during the season of olive green and scarlet red. To me, Fall is a fresh start. This is most likely because it’s the beginning of the school year but there is something in the crisp air that reminds me to refocus and reorganize. Do you know what I mean? Perhaps this Fall you can use the season as an opportunity to reboot your attitude, your studies (or your work’s to do list), and your commitment to help your sisters seek the heights.
5. Hera Day makes you a better you – Part of being a Real. Stong. Woman. Is donating your time and skills to make someone else’s life better. Every March 1, in honor of our patron goddess Hera, we are called to do work that brings happiness and well-being to others by engaging in projects in our own communities. When was the last time you donated an hour or two of your time to make someone else’s life better? If it’s been too long, find an opportunity! Visit serve.org for some ideas.
6. Life would be dull without the arts – Music, dance, theatre, and visual art bring joy to our lives and help us explore new ideas or shine a light on an old idea. Our founders were bonded by their mutual love for music and I think any sister who has experienced a piece of music that gives you goose bumps or brings a tear to your eye understands why their passion for music was so strong and why it’s important to our heritage.
7. Who doesn’t want to “seek the heights”? – Our open motto was just as relevant in the late 1800s as it is now. Together, as sisters, we are called to support and inspire each other to seek the heights in every way possible. We seek the heights in our professional and personal lives. We seek the heights so we can continue to grow emotionally, physically, mentally and spiritually. Next time you’re faced with a challenge or stuck in a rut, remember our open motto and reach out for help if you need some support so you can reach your own “height” whatever that may be.
8. Because doing a lyrebird impression is awesome – need I say more?

#TBT #FSU National Championship Game 2013 - alumna perspecitve

Thanks to young alumna Danielle Sandoz-Osmus ('05) for this fun recap of her and her (now) finance's trip to the National Championship game and the celebration in Tallahassee!
Best Wishes Danielle on your nuptials!

Tailgating reunion at a home game (preparing for championship!) with besties BH alumnae: Carly ('06), Danielle, Christy ('06), Monique ('06) and Jenna ('07)

Jacksonville, FL to Charlotte, NC, Charlotte, NC to Los Angeles, CA.  That is the path my boyfriend, Adam Mason, and I took to travel to Pasadena, CA to see the undefeated 2013 Florida State Seminoles play the number two Auburn Tigers.  Adam and I made a mini vacation out of this trip, and got to meet many interesting Seminoles along the way.  We saw tons of garnet and gold as we traveled the Doak to Dena path.  From the man on our first flight who wore his full head-dress with two foot long feathers in first class the entire way to Los Angeles, to the numerous other fans in the airport wearing their Seminole gear as they boarded their planes to Pasadena, there was garnet and gold everywhere we turned.  An excitement seemed to fill the airport, from terminal to terminal, plane to plane.  Seminoles everywhere were getting ready to take over the city of Pasadena, California. 

Adam and I were both so excited to travel to this game, as we had not missed a 2013 home game leading up to the national championship game, and had traveled to several away games as well (Clemson, Gainesville).  We are both die-hard FSU fans, and we both bleed garnet and gold.  Our passion for FSU goes so deep, it lies in our bone marrow. 

When we got to Pasadena, we immediately put our FSU flags on our rental car and tried to share our pride with the city.  The city was filled with FSU fans, and unfortunately Auburn fans too.  When it was game time, we cheered the loudest we had ever cheered.  We screamed the loudest we had ever screamed.  Our blood pressure sky rocketed, and then it would settle.  Our veins were bursting, and then they would return to normal.  During the last two minutes of the game, Adam and I stood there, quiet as a mouse, watching and waiting for Fameis Jameis to do what he does best.  I cannot even begin to describe in words the joy and happiness that came over me when we beat the Tigers.  Singing “We Are The Champions” with thousands of other Seminole Fans brought tears to my eyes.  The game was such a memorable roller-coaster of an experience, and one that I will remember for a lifetime. 

At the game - waiting for their big t.v. moment!

My boyfriend Adam and I traveled over from Jacksonville the morning of the celebration, flying our BCS National Champions flags  on our car the entire duration on I-10.  When we arrived in Tallahassee, there was a feeling of pure excitement in the air.  

We visited the new Indoor Practice Facility (IPF).  What a great facility Jimbo has built.  And to think, Jimbo won a national championship the first year he had this facility built, now that is just remarkable.  We walked by the sod cemetery as well.  What a funny site to see, we had actual small coffins built for all of the sod we collected this year.  There the poor, poor little pieces of sod sat in the coffins.  The actual set of a funeral had been set up, fake sod, chairs and a tent sat outside the plots of the newly rested pieces of sod.  

at the Doak for the celebration in Tallahassee!

The actual celebration ceremony was quite remarkable.  There were fireworks, the band, the cheerleaders, the new championship football team, President Barron and numerous other people that had come to celebrate with us.  It was later announced that over 20,000 Seminoles had come to the celebration.  Can you believe it?  That is a quarter of our stadium that can hold 82,300 people!  During the ceremony, highlights were played from the game, and this sent chills down Adam’s and my spine, as Adam and I were able to relive the moments we shared in Pasadena, right there in Doak Campbell Stadium.  They also showed a video of various other people around the country watching the game, and the same emotions during the game were felt by Seminoles everywhere. 

 After the celebration was over, we were allowed to go on the field and meet the players.  We definitely did not let this opportunity pass us up.  We did not get to meet Jameis, for he had to leave early for baseball practice, but we got to meet numerous other players and congratulate them on such a wonderful season.  I even took a selfie with Timmy Jernigan, who I got so close to for an autograph, but he got pulled away in another direction and I didn’t get to get his signature.  I cannot wait to do this all again next year!!  What an exciting time it is to be a Seminole!  The National Championship Celebration with the Seminoles was an experience I will certainly never forget.

First Day of School, Fall 2014 with Beta Eta of Alpha Chi Omega

We are starting the year off with a flashback to our magazine The Lyre when they highlighted Caryn Beck-Dudley (Beta Xi, Utah State). Caryn is the Dean of the College of Business, an attorney, our school advisor and the mother of our Beta Eta sister and young alumna, Stacia Dudley. We are so proud to call her our sister and thankful for all she does to advance FSU.

#TBT Recruitment in the 1960's at @AXO_FSU

This fabulous photograph was shared by one of our chapter's most devoted and FUN alumnae:  Linda Sanford. Linda moved to California years ago, but loves visiting Tallahassee often for football and sisterhood. She stayed involved with alumnae chapters and advised at collegiate chapters (SDSU, Gamma Nu) in the San Diego area, and of course Xi Omega Xi!

Of this photo Linda wrote, "Thinking of [recruitment] reminds me of the “ice water teas” on the first 2 days.  We wore long white formals, long gloves, & red & green sashes in the 60’s.  That’s me in the photo."

Keeping Up with AXO

We could not be prouder of our AXO sister, Sara Zeng, for winning the overall Top Talent award and  placing 4th runner-up overall in the Miss Maryland beauty pageant! 

She competed, winning the local title of  Miss Frostburg, which leads to Miss Maryland.

Every competition consists of 5 parts:  

• interview
• lifestyle/fitness (swimsuit)
• evening gown
• on-stage question
• talent 

WE LOVE YOU SARA!

"All throughout the week my AXO sisters were sending me good luck texts and writing posts about how much they believed in me! They all gave me so much support and love and it gives me so much confidence to know that my friends truly believe in my talents and encourage me to be the best person that I can be!!"

      With her Top Overall Talent Award

"My favorite part of competition is definitely the talent portion in which I play the piano. Piano is my passion and I incorporate it into my personal service platform, Excellence in Education through Music."












"Miss Maryland week was both really exciting and tiring. It was such a great learning experience and I was happy to place 4th runner-up overall and win a talent preliminary award and the overall top talent award!"

Where in the World is AXO?

~AXO ABROAD~

@ Cape St. Vincent

Marisa Mallon and Allie Smith spent the summer abroad in Spain taking courses about food, society, business communication, and multinational business opporations.

"One of the best days we had was when we went on a catamaran in Javea Spain. It was sponsored by FSU and we spent the day in the sun on the boat and then went cliff diving near the beach.

Another great thing was when we had a pot luck dinner with a group of other Panhellenic women. We went to the market and then we all made something and ate dinner out in the "riverbed," a park in front of the study center.

It was so fun having Marisa with me! We were friends before but now I consider her one of my really close friends and an even closer sister. It was so nice having someone there that I knew I could rely on and have a good time with. She is one of the sweetest, most kindhearted people I have ever met. I had a blast with her!!" 

                                                                              -Allie 

"My summer studying abroad in Valencia, Spain was an unforgettable, life changing experience. I took Financial Management of the Firm and Multinational Business Operations with amazing professors that ensured I enjoyed my experience not only in the classroom, but outside of the classroom on our numerous field trips.

It's hard to pick just one favorite experience from my studying abroad trip... I woke up everyday and walked past a beautiful basillica, cathedral, riverbed, markets and so much more. I tried my best everyday to do as the Spaniards do... Including indulging in their daily "siesta" in the afternoon!

While I was abroad, I had the opportunity to travel to many places, including: Barcelona, Xativa, Javea, Prague, Lagos, Palma de Mallorca and Paris. Out of all of these places I travelled to, Prague was my favorite. Prague was absolutely beautiful with the traditional red roofs on each building, the St. Charles Bridge and the castle always somewhere sight.

The friends that I met on the study abroad program were what made the experience all the better. I opened myself up to new friends and adventures and I was lucky enough to have a sister by my side through it all. Being abroad and traveling with Allie was amazing because I had the opportunity to get to know her that much better! Allie and I were always together, whether we were studying at a cafe, shopping, exploring or going out on the town. I am so lucky to be able to share the memories of Europe with not only my great friend, but sister!!"

                                                   -Marisa 

@ Castell De Xativa

Why I'm an Alpha Chi

       ~Why I'm an Alpha Chi~

       I had no idea what Greek life was when I started at FSU. While in class for summer, I saw all of these girls all over campus with matching shirts and out and about in Tallahassee. The only images I had of Greek life were from "Legally Blonde" and "House Bunny." I thought Greek life was only about finding a group of friends, so I decided to see what it was all about by signing up formal recruitment. Wow, was I wrong!  There was no way I could have predicted the impact that the decision to rush would have on my life. Not only has Alpha Chi Omega given me my best friends, it has given more opportunities than I ever thought possible.

       I fell in love with Alpha Chi Omega from the moment I walked into the house. I just had this unexplainable feeling of home. Talking to the women of the chapter during recruitment only further sold me on Alpha Chi. I never had the same conversation twice and everyone genuinely cared about getting to know me. I still remember every single person who talked to me during recruitment, and they are some of the people I look up to the most.

       It's so difficult to pick just one reason why I love and continue to love Alpha Chi Omega every day. Being in a sorority means there is always someone to hang out with, borrow clothes from and talk to, but being an Alpha Chi is so much more than that. Never in my life have I seen women who are willing to do anything and everything for one another. I see every amazing quality of an Alpha Chi in my roommate and best friend, Suzanna. Whenever I am stressed with school or feeling down, she is always the first person to leave me a little note and a snack to cheer me up. She is the type of person who knows exactly what to do and say to make everyone feel better, no matter what the situation may be. She is only one example of the genuine, down to earth women that make up the chapter of Alpha Chi Omega.

       Why have I stayed in Alpha Chi? Because of all the women like Suzanna who make up our chapter.

-Beta Eta President, Ashley Strawser

Throwback Thursday!

It's Throwback Thursday! 

          This week we are remembering how much fun our first "Seek the Heights with Alpha Chi" rock climbing tournament was. Not only did we have a great time with all of our fellow members of the Greek community, we also raised an outstanding amount of money for our local Refuge House; a shelter for victims of Domestic Violence. We raised a total of $5,134.74 in benefit of our philanthropy, Domestic Violence Awareness. 

         We're so happy to have thrown such an amazing and successful event and cannot wait to do it all again next year!

Re-blog from #AXOGSI and our Sister Chelsea Hogan!

Chelsea served Beta Eta as the vice president of ritual and fraternity appreciation in 2013. In 2014 she is serving as the date function chair. Below is the blog entry she wrote for the Alpha Chi Omega Blog about #AXOGSI:

http://axoete.blogspot.com/2012/05/alpha-chi-omega-global-service.html

http://blog.alphachiomega.org/2014/05/a-stronger-foundation/

A Stronger Foundation

by axoGSI

by Chelsea Hogan
(Beta Eta chapter, Florida State University)  

What do you know, yet another amazing day in Jamaica with my Alpha Chi sisters. As night two came to a close all eighteen us of were in the Night Heron’s cabin playing the game signs. I’ve never laughed so hard with girls that I had just met three short days ago. This morning when everyone went to the work site at the Ketto School, the vibe seemed different. Everyone seemed so eager to finish what we had started in hopes of making Ketto an environment where the children would enjoy learning.

Today at our service site, it was our job to repair the foundation of the building which had cracked earlier this year. This was a crucial part in our service trip because if the foundation was not fixed soon the government was going to shut down the school, taking away the great opportunity of education which we in America seem to take for granted. The day felt long as we had a lot to do in a short amount of time. I have never seen anything near as powerful and resourceful as I did today. Unlike in the United States, the great people of Jamaica make their own concrete. Sifting through dirt to separate rocks out of the sand, carrying buckets of concrete and water, and laying bricks in the cement to build the foundation was one of the most physically enduring tasks I have ever been a part of.

The sense of teamwork we all shared was a feeling of accomplishment, and one of love. I never thought that in just three days I would share an inseparable bond with these amazing women from Alpha Chi Omega chapters all over the United States. As the day ended, I think I can speak for everyone when I say that we were all sad to leave and that we couldn’t serve the Ketto School anymore. This school, the teachers, and especially the children have made such a life altering impact on us. I couldn’t be more thankful that I have been given this opportunity to give other people joy, learn about myself, while growing in the process. Thank you Alpha Chi Omega for the amazing opportunity, and thank you to all my Alpha Chi sisters that I cannot wait to continue to bond with over the next four days.

Isabelle Wilkins ('10) served in #AXOGSI as well!

Senior Spotlight!

Senior Spotlight!

Sara Lyons

Hometown:  Jensen Beach, FL

Major: Biology

Favorite meal at AXO: Taco bar

Favorite memory at AXO: There are way too many for me to pick one!

Plans after graduation: Eventually go to Medical School

Where you see yourself in 10 years: Being an oncologist, married, with a family and happy

Advice for underclassman: Never be afraid to do something out of your comfort zone. Take every opportunity to meet new people that you can, don’t let being shy hold you back!

Chesley McLeary

Hometown: West Palm Beach, FL

Major: Marketing and Finance

 Accomplishments in college: I’ve been really involved in Dance Marathon. I was a Dancer, then a Morale Captain and then on the Core Board for two years

Favorite meal at AXO: Spaghetti squash and meatballs (obsessed with meatballs)

Favorite memory at AXO: Date functions with all my friends, my favorite was Wacky Tacky

Plans after graduation: Hopefully move to NY and get a job with either a bank or media company

Where you see yourself in 10 years: I’ll hopefully have a successful job and married

Advice for underclassman: Live it up during college and don’t take anything for granted. It flies by and don’t care what other people think…people will always judge. But don’t have too much fun, get internships and work experience. You’ll thank yourself later!

Michelle Nicastro

Hometown:  Monroe, NY

Major: Double major in Psychology and Family and Child Sciences

Accomplishments in college: Florida State Honors student, graduating Cum Lade with honors medallion, Panhellenic Rho Gamma for Recruitment 2013, women’s all-campus flag football champions in 2012, getting a promotion at my job in management for 2 years, interning at a local Middle School, and completing undergraduate research at the College of Education

Favorite meal at AXO: Taco bar! Queso makes any day better.

Favorite memory at AXO: Meeting my little Taylor Locklear. She is my best friend, my go to person for everything. Without AXO I would not have found the girl who stands by me through everything.

Plans after graduation: I’m staying in Tallahassee after graduation to work and get ready for graduate school instead of moving back to New York. I plan on going to graduate school for School of Child Psychology in the Spring somewhere in Florida. I’m excited for the opportunity to enjoy Tallahassee outside of school!

Where you see yourself in 10 years: I haven’t decided on a specific career path, but if anything I want to be working with children. Hopefully by then I will be settled with my family with at least a Master’s, working in a career that I enjoy

 Advice for underclassman: Never stop taking advantages of the opportunities available to all of us. Some of my greatest accomplishments and memories at FSU are the ones where I took a risk, worked towards a goal, and did not stop trying. Also, remember that AXO is part of something so much bigger than just our sorority. We are part of Panhellenic. Don’t miss out on meeting all of the other amazing girls from other organizations.

We are so proud of you, ladies!

19th Annual Dance Marathon

Last weekend, from Friday, March 28th through Sunday, March 30th, Florida State hosted its 19th annual Dance Marathon in the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center. All registered dancers stood for 20 hours straight in two shifts for a total of 40 hours to raise money for the Children's Miracle Network and the Florida State University College of Medicine's Pediatric Outreach Program. 
Every hour on the hour, dancers rushed to the dance floor to perform an eight minute long medley of popular songs. After every line dance, a miracle family was introduced and shared their story either in person or via video. It was a heartwarming and inspirational experience for everyone, including some honorary 3rd and 4th year dancers. 
Over the course of each 20 hour shift, dancers wrote letters to the miracle families, colored, played sports or video games, earned sitting time in La-Z-Boy chairs, and showcased their spirit with hourly costume themes. In the early AM hours, the fraternities hosted a drag show, dance and step teams performed, the circus put on a show, and DJ's competed. Around 5am, there was "silent disco," where dancers jammed to different stations playing on their wireless headphones. The event drew to a close with performances by local dance companies and a rave. 
By the end of Dance Marathon, Alpha Chi Omega had raised $32,634!Sigma Delta Tau and Chi Phi won the event, but Alpha Chi Omega took home the Most Spirited Organization award! 

Florida State's Dance Marathon raised a total of $781,196.22!!! #FTK 

Seek the Heights With Alpha Chi Rock Climbing Competition

On Saturday, March 22, Alpha Chi Omega hosted the first annual "Seek the Heights with Alpha Chi" rock climbing competition. FSU sororities and fraternities scaled the rock wall competing for the fastest time. The event, hosted at Heritage Grove, raised money for the local women's refuge house and the fastest climbers took home a signed National Championship football and a $150 donation to a non-profit of their choice!

A great big thank you to everyone who supported our philanthropy! #DVA
And shout out to our winners, Phi Delt and Phi Mu!! 

Together let us seek the heights

Here's a link to a video that was made to publicize the competition!

http://www.wctv.tv/home/headlines/FSU-S-251719981.html

Senior Spotlight!

Senior Spotlight!

Katrina Drexler

Hometown: Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Major: Marketing

Accomplishments in college: Deans list, Dance Marathon (four year dancer), order of omega, new member educator for AXO

Favorite meal at AXO: Baked potato bar and chili day

Favorite memory at AXO: Being vp of new member education and all of my best friends

Plans after graduation: Moving to another city and hopefully having a job

Where you see yourself in 10 years: I see myself in Las Vegas with all of my best friends celebrating someone’s bachelorette party.

Advice for underclassman: Don't spend too much time sweating the small stuff, always keep the bigger picture in mind and remember to have fun in college because it truly is the best four years of your life!  

Alyssa Farrell

Hometown: Wesley Chapel, FL

Major: Criminology and Finance

Accomplishments in college: VP Risk Management for Alpha Chi, was offered a full time job at the Office of the Attorney General

Favorite meal at AXO: Pitas!

Favorite memory at AXO: Sisterhood Retreat in Tennessee

Plans after graduation: Continue working at the Capitol for another year before hopefully moving out of state.

Where you see yourself in 10 years: Working for an insurance company in my dream city (once I figure that out)

 Advice for underclassman: Realize you literally have the rest of your life to be an adult. Have fun and don’t rush anything!  

Mackenzie Feldman

Hometown:  West Palm Beach, FL

Major: Marketing, double minoring in Economics and Hospitality

 Accomplishments in college: I had two internships in NYC the past two summers

Favorite meal at AXO: Pita day

Favorite memory at AXO: Wacky Tacky each year

Plans after graduation: An elementary teacher in NYC

Where you see yourself in 10 years: I see myself hopefully married (lol) still living in NYC as a teacher.

 Advice for underclassman: Get as much real world work experience, cause it matters a lot when you are applying for jobs!

Bianca Gentile

 Hometown:  Davie, FL

Major: Political Science/ International Affairs

 Accomplishments in college: Member of Order of Omega Honor Society, Member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, Intern at Law Offices of Friedman and Abrahamsen, Social Chair, Personal Development Chair, PACE Chair at AXO, fourth year dancer for Dance Marathon

Favorite meal at AXO: Mac and cheese

Favorite memory at AXO: Too many to count! But game days, socials, and nights out with my sisters are my favorites. 

Plans after graduation: Will be attending law school

Where you see yourself in 10 years: Hopefully a stable job, a home, a family, healthy, and happy

Advice for underclassman: Even though college may be a crazy time, remember to always stay classy, make good decisions, and represent yourself well. Your reputation IS important!

Congratulations, Seniors! We are so proud of you!