THE CANDLE - Phi Upsilon Omicron

THE CANDLE
JOURNAL OF PHI UPSILON OMICRON
VOL. 93 NO. 2
S
age and comedian, Bill
Cosby once said, “Anyone
can dabble, but once you’ve
made that commitment, your
blood has that particular thing in
it, and it’s very hard for people
to stop you.” For me, this quote
represents how Phi Upsilon Omicron affects many of its members.
We “dabble” as collegians and perhaps are bitten
by commitment. Certainly if you have
served Phi U
in any manner,
you are committed to the
purple, yellow and white. Perhaps
even have purple blood flowing
through your veins.
Have you noticed that most Phi
U advisors have extra helpings of
mentoring skills in their
Fall 2012
Mentoring by Building Traditions,
Developing Legacy
By Karol Blaylock, National President
personality inventories? Phi U
advisors have passion that sparkles in their eyes when they speak
about their chapter members’ successes, including (but not limited
to) winning professional projects
awards; earning scholarships,
fellowships, and awards; contributing service to the community;
and being positive influences on
their peers. Chapter achievements
are partly due to the advisor’s
excellent mentoring. The result is
the continuous developing of
Phi U legacy through current chapter members.
So how can we enhance the
wonderful person-to-person
mentoring Phi U already practices? Our new theme, Building
Traditions, Developing Legacy
seems to evoke images of mentoring as we prepare the next Phi U
generation
to build
upon the
leadership
and service
initiatives
begun by
past Phi U
membership. Technology may
be an opportunity to build upon
the mentoring tradition. Is it
possible to build our human and
financial
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In This Issue
Phi U Forum
Building Traditions Developing
Legacy.....................................................1
Don’t Dim Our Light............................2
Teaching the 21st Century Student....3
Introducing the New Collegiate
Representatives.....................................4
The State of Phi U Address..................7
Of Professional Interest
Sarah Pearce Sanders Scholarship........11
Conclave 2012........................................12
New Resource for
Phi U Fellowships...................................15
Scholarship Recipients..........................16
Professional Project Winners...............17
Business Meeting Minutes...................20
The E-Chapter........................................21
News of Our Members
Local Honorary Members....................3
Alumni Recognition.............................5
In Memoriam........................................7
Foundation Donors...............................9
Carolyn Bednar
Receives Award....................................14
Directory...............................................22
Roster of Chapters...............................23
Phi U Forum
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legacies by employing technology? Can social media effectively
be used? How could our website
be useful in the mentoring process?
Life is so complex for our young
members, especially the emerging
professionals. They have many
other interests and are involved in
other activities. For many, their
engagement in Phi U ebbs and
flows until there is no longer an
interest. We live in a fast-paced,
ever-changing world. Institutions
evolve because of their membership’s needs. Our younger members prefer computer technology
as a means of communication.
How can Phi U use that technology to evolve into an entity
which continues to cherish old
traditions, such as mentoring and
developing leaders in FCS, while
embracing new traditions? What
might the Internet’s role be in developing our Foundation’s legacy
for future generations? Besides
our current website, how can
our honor society have a bigger
presence in the cyber world? How
THE CANDLE
Journal of Phi Upsilon Omicron
VOL. 93 NO. 2
Don’t Dim Our Light:
Men in Family and Consumer Sciences
By Andrew Keating
Karol Blaylock,
Beta Zeta
National President
might we keep greater numbers of
the younger membership engaged
in Phi U?
While your minds are humming
with fresh Phi U excitement
infused by your chapter’s representatives at Conclave, please
take time to brainstorm. Send
your suggestions to kblaylock@
tarleton.edu. Your input will provide direction for moving along
this path begun at Conclave. We
will share your ideas in the Spring
Candle.
Andrew Keating, Nu,
Orinne Johnson Writing Award
Winner
T
he demographics of
females to males speak
for themselves in Family
and Consumer Sciences (FCS).
Although there are many fields of
study that fall under the purview
of FCS, few men embrace these
academic curricula.
Being one of these men is both
exciting and intimidating. There
are less (Continued on page 6)
“Building Traditions, Developing
Legacy” is the theme for THE CANDLE Fall 2012 through Spring 2014.
Send articles addressing this theme
Copyright 2012 Phi Upsilon
to: national@phiu.org. Other articles
Omicron Inc. Published in Spring
(“Of Professional Interest”), research
and Fall by Phi Upsilon Omicron,
briefs, letters to the editor, and news
National Honor Society in Family
of chapters are also welcome and
and Consumer Sciences, a member should be addressed to the national
of the Association of College Honor office. The deadline for the Spring
Societies. Opinions expressed by
2013 issue is March 1st, 2013.
authors are their own and do not
necessarily reflect the policies of
Phi Upsilon Omicron.
Editor and Communications
Consultant: Emily Weigman
Email: consultant@phiu.org
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Teaching the 21st Century Student
By Bruce A. Cameron, President-Elect
T
he college undergraduate today differs markedly from preceding
generations. These students described as “Net generation learners,
Millenial students, Generation Y, and Digital Natives” were born into
cyberspace. Their faculty, often two or three generations removed from
these students, are frequently described as “digital immigrants’. As such,
these instructors often speak in a different language (that of the pre-digital
age) which can lead to struggles teaching this population that speaks an
entirely new language.
21st century students are multi-taskers. It is not uncommon that these students grew up listening to music, watching TV, doing homework and instant
messaging, all at the same time. They think differently and pursue education
differently than those who were college educated in the 70s and 80s.
They prefer:
• Visual forms of communication
• Scanning large amounts of text instead of focusing on a single text
• Finding answers quickly (often however, at the expense of
evaluating the credibility of the source)
• Interactivity and active learning, and are content with self teaching
Bruce A. Cameron
Delta
President-Elect
Local Honorary
Members
Lambda Chapter
The 21st century learner prefers to work in teams. They want to be engaged
in their learning and to learn things that matter. To these students, attending class should be optional – they only need to attend if they believe they
can actually gain something of value because professors can easily post any
lecture notes, handouts, etc., on their website to be viewed at a later date.
Kathryn Eason, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Fashion Design
and Merchandising
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
It is however, also likely, that about 50% of these students entering college
may be underprepared. The American Association of Colleges and Universities indicated that these students lacked basic skills in reading, writing or
math, and that many were also underprepared in taking notes, studying,
and test taking skills.
Gamma Mu Chapter
We have a challenge. How do we accommodate the different paradigms of
learning between the 21st century student (multi-tasking; video, sound and
pictures; random access; networked and interactive) and the faculty (limited
or single tasks; text; logical, linear and sequential; individual and independent) in the classroom?
With the 21st century student living in a digital world they expect their
classrooms to be digital as well. It is no longer good enough to simply
lecture to teach a lesson. As faculty it is no longer our responsibility to
just dispense facts and theories. We must be active (Continued on page 4)
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Debbie Miller, MID
Associate Professor
Interior Design
The Art Institute
of Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
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(Continued from page 3) participants in the learning process, which requires faculty moving from the role of that of a
teacher to that of a mentor. Faculty need to learn how to communicate in the language of today’s students.
It is evident that higher education is changing and in fact needs to change to accommodate the needs of its current
students. More emphasis should be placed on making connections and thinking through issues and problems rather
than just memorizing material. Education needs to be a considered a life-long process of coping with change.
Content is less important – being able to manipulate content resources should be the focus.
However, even though it is evident that teaching methodologies may need to change to accommodate the learning
styles of the 21st century student, what they need to know, in terms of the skills required to succeed, has not. Critical
thinking and problem solving, written and oral communication, information literacy and global awareness, the ability
to master different kinds of knowledge are not new. Other skills such as self-direction, creativity and innovation, as
well as collaboration that are preferred by the 21st century learner are relatively new. The problem here is that we don’t
yet know how to teach these skills as well as we do the more traditional ones such as writing and critical thinking.
It is important to realize that the skills need to be taught in the context of content knowledge and that both are equally
important. We must also be realistic about what skills can be taught and if a newer skill is deemed as being vital then
every effort should be made to determine how this new skill can be taught effectively.
References:
Columbia University. (2012). 21st century students. Retrieved August 28, 2012 from www.columbia.edu/cu/tat/handout3.html
Rogers, M., Runyon, D., Starrett, D. and Von Holzen, R. (2006). Teaching the 21st century learner. Retrieved August 28, 2012 from
www.uwex.edu/disted/conference/Resource_library/proceedings/06_4168.pdf
Rotherham, A.J. and Willingham, D. (2009). 21st century skills: The challenges ahead. Retrieved September, 06, 2012 from http://
www.ascd.org/publications/educational-leadership/sept09/vol67/num01/21st-Century-Skills@-The-Challenges-Ahead.aspx
Winston, R. (2007). Crossing the digital divide – Understanding and engaging 21st century students. Retrieved August 28, 2012 from
www.faccc.org/pubs/facccts/features/feature_winter07.pdf
Introducing the New Collegiate Representatives
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By Sara Glanz, Outgoing National Collegiate Chair
ith the conclusion of Conclave 2012, it is time to introduce the new Collegiate
Representatives, who will serve as liaisons on National Council until 2014. Each
of these individuals is eager to serve both you and Phi U on a unique and personal
level. With that said, take a moment to get to know your region’s Collegiate Representative.
Region 1: Katie Uhde
Katie is currently a student at Iowa State University
studying Community and Public Health. After graduation from Iowa State, Katie hopes to work in a career that
promotes healthy lifestyles for the community. In fact,
she aspires to “improve the health of the world.”
She decided to apply to become a Collegiate Representative after meeting the 2010-2012 National President, Dr.
Corine Carr. Katie has also been inspired by her advisor, Dynette Mosher. “She has presented me leadership
opportunities, guided me through preparations for
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Conclave, and even running for National Council.
Working with her and the talented people of Iowa
State’s Phi U chapter have been incredibly rewarding.”
One of Katie’s role models is her mother, who
managed a career, raised two children, and served her
community.
You may not know that Katie has a knack for ocean
surfing. Last spring break, she attended a weeklong
surf camp in San Diego and excelled at the recreational sport, even though she lives in land-locked Iowa.
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News of Our Members
Alumni Recognition
at Conclave 2012
A
Fifty Year Members Attending Conclave:
By Jenniene Kauer, Alumni Councilor
lumni members of Phi Upsilon Omicron are very special
to the organization. It is that long lasting dedication and
desire for excellence in the profession and future graduates that we place hope. Their partnership with students and
supporting activities are a tradition for Phi U. We encourage all
Alumni to be active members of Chapters to keep this partnership and tradition of excellence alive. Alumni members contribute expertise, dedication, and stand as examples and mentors to
collegiate members. The contributions are greatly appreciated.
It was a great pleasure to honor the twenty 50-year members
who attended Conclave 2012. We thank them for their tremendous contribution to the Profession of Family and Consumer
Sciences and Phi Upsilon Omicron. They have had an incredible impact on a multitude of lives and have dignified our profession with expertise and dedication. We had the opportunity
to share some of their wonderful work and experiences as we
renewed friendships at Conclave 2012.
Jean Baxter
Alpha Rho Eleanor BottsIota
Bonnie Dekle Howard
Beta Mu
Laura DickeyIota
June DickinsonIota
Mary Franken
Beta Nu
Imogene Haggard
Iota
Sarah HenryIota
Helen Horlacher Evans
Iota
Beverly Kihlken-Ruff
Gamma
Kay Kuster Thomas
Iota
Alice MiskellGamma
Anna MyersIota
Norma PittsGamma
Francis SaindonIota
Sarah Sanders
Alpha Beta
Myrna ShawAlpha
Fredda Short Moody
Iota
Rebecca TuckerIota
Nancy Alice Wills
Iota
50-year member receiving
Alumni Florence Fallgatter Award
Myrna Shaw,
Alpha
Fifty Year Members at Conclave 2012
Georgia Hodgkin, Ed.D.
Professor
Nutrition and Dietetics
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA
Martina Karunia, MPH
Assistant Professor
Nutrition and Dietetics
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA
Local Honorary Members
Gamma Nu Chapter
Cindy Kosch, M.S., Chair
Assistant Professor
Nutrition and Dietetics
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA
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Jerl Noval, M.S.
Assistant Professor
Nutrition and Dietetics
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA
Michelle A. Wien, DrPH, M.S.
Assistant Research Professor
Nutrition
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA
Phi U Forum
(Continued from page 2) than ten
men in my major of Human Development and Family Studies, a field
of study in UW-Madison’s School
of Human Ecology, that houses
around two hundred undergraduate students. This disparity of men
studying human development is an
indication that the viability and importance of this academic discipline
is not evident to male students. The
disheartening truth is that men, for
their chosen reasons, find studying
children and families unappealing,
as evidenced by this major’s enrollment. Unfortunately, the disparity
goes beyond the classroom; Phi Upsilon Omicron also sees the effects
of male deficiency in the FCS.
Attempting to understand this lack
of males in FCS and Phi Upsilon
Omicron has been difficult. I assumed the role as Nu Chapter President in May of 2011 with two goals
in mind. One of my goals was to
double our membership; the second
was to understand why men were
lacking in numbers in our chapter.
We invited eligible members to join
Phi Upsilon Omicron within the
School of Human Ecology, and I
watched the applications come in.
With over twenty-five new members
selected out of that pool, only one
was male, putting our total member
count at sixty females and three
men. I was perplexed and frustrated,
but dedicated to understanding why
this was happening. Was it because
of total male enrollment in our
Human Ecology school? Were men
not achieving academically to be
accepted into Phi Upsilon Omicron?
What component(s) of Phi Upsilon
Omicron were unappealing to men?
Research has been done to understand this phobia of “gendered
positions,” which the Family and
Consumer Sciences is a part, and
subsequently Phi Upsilon Omicron.
Blau (1998) cites that 53% of men
and women would need to change
occupations to equalize the occupational distributions. Social scientists
have offered three different explanations for these phenomena of male
and female deficiency in certain
fields: standardized gender workplace discrimination, early-child
socialization and gender role
acquisition, and/or nontraditional
labor market choices negatively influencing mate selection (Badgett &
Flobre, 2003). For both women and
men, gender biases are affecting the
fields that individuals enter—and
societal pressures still exist for men
to dominate politics and business,
and for women to be keepers of the
home. These biases tend to create
an educational and career pathway
of acceptable, available options with
the least resistance societally. Simpson (2004) summates in his research
the power of masculinity and femininity, and states “little is known
about the motivations of men in ‘female’ occupations,” except that men
will “encounter potential conflict
between the ‘feminine’ nature of the
job and their gender identity.”
while appreciating the multitude of
identities a person can embody. For
all the biases that exist in the “real
world,” students in today’s world
are growing up with options and
being told that they can pursue their
dreams with energy and determination.
Current ideology and discourse
are changing the ways in which
we perceive gender, sexuality and
ability, with many thanks paid to
the first and second waves of the
Feminist Movement. Our universities are cracking down on bullying,
on discrimination, and are working
toward a global society seeking creativity and innovation together
Congratulations to...
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So is the case for the three male
members of our local Phi Upsilon
Omicron-Nu Chapter, and is the
case for men in Family and Consumer Sciences. If the creed of Phi
Upsilon Omicron is true, then the
pursuit of the difficult shall make
us stronger, the meaning deeper,
and hopefully be a cause of inspiration for us all. The research and
the demographics are troubling in
this field, and yes, male members
face pressure, torment and pushback from some. However, if we
acknowledge the depth of gender
bias and correct it within our scope
of ability—if we challenge ourselves
to step away from the laid path in
front of us—we may make some of
the best educational and career decisions available.
While I cannot speak for other
males, or give answers to the questions I have posed, I know one thing
to be personally true: I am where I
want to be.
National Honorary Initiate
Marianne Smith Edge
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The State Of Phi U Address
E
ach year the President of the United States gives a “State of the Union
Address” in which he provides the
citizens of the country a look at where we
stand. I would like to share with you, the
members of Phi U, a “State of Phi U Address” to let you know where we stand.
By Corine Carr
National President, 2010-2012
Over the past two years as I have had the
privilege of visiting all 53 of the collegiate
chapters and 11 of the alumni chapters,
I have been able to observe firsthand the
health and vitality of our honor society.
So the state of Phi U is based on personal
observation and close communication with
our members and advisors as well as interaction with the National Council.
Here are my findings:
Our collegiate chapters vary in size, but
not in purpose or commitment. The
members are dedicated and report that
the most important reason why members joined Phi U is to participate in a
professional project with others in their
own major. I was able to observe that
Phi U is based on relationships. Relationships begin in the collegiate chapter
and transcend through time. Collegiate
members are not only developing leadership skills, they are learning how to
be caring people. Chapters are growing
and students are engaging in leadership
to make a difference in their school,
community and world. They do “shine
their light in countless human lives the
world around”.
Two new collegiate chapters were recently formed. Gamma Mu chapter in
Charlotte North Carolina held its first
initiation on June 1st and Gamma Nu
chapter in Loma Linda, California held
its first initiation on May 17,2012. I
was able to participate in both initiation
ceremonies and (Continued on page 10)
Corine Carr, National President, 2010-2012 (Left)
In Memoriam
NameChapter Date of Death
Bare, ElizabethLambda2012
Bauer, Jean Warner
Alpha Phi
7/23/12
Boss, Susan J.
Kappa
2012
Bubolz, Margaret
Alpha
2/4/12
Colby, Diane C.
Tau
3/8/12
Copley, Dixie
Lambda
3/11/12
Devins, Suzanne
Beta Epsilon 2012
Espy, MagdalinAlpha2/15/12
Fischer, BarbaraRho9/12/11
Fonner, BettyLambda2012
Franzen, RuthAlpha2012
Glandon, Jean Gamma2012
Judd, SarahAlpha Gamma2012
Lamprecht, HelenKappa2012
Meldahl, Harriet EkernAlpha5/26/12
Moore, MildredAlpha Sigma2012
Newman, Margie Ruth Pollard
Xi
4/22/11
Ray, JanAlpha Sigma10/31/11
Schneider, Mildred Eileen Neal
Iota
2012
Stafford, CherylBeta Pi3/29/12
Wilson, BeulahNu5/26/11
Winakor, GeitelPi2012
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Region 4: Jared Wolf
Region 2: Caitlin Panter
Jared is a student at South Dakota State University
majoring in Nutritional Sciences. After graduation,
however, he is planning to study Philosophy in graduate school. He aspires to teach the subject at the
university level.
Caitlin is a student at the University of Kentucky
studying Dietetics and Pre-Medicine. She has recently been accepted into medical school and aspires to
become a doctor.
She chose to apply to serve as a Collegiate Representative to get more involved with Phi U on a bigger scale.
Caitlin was looking to meet new people and take on
new leadership responsibilities: “I think these
experiences help me grow!”
After serving as his chapter’s president last year, Jared
decided to apply to become a Collegiate Representative. He says, “the Collegiate Representative position
seemed like a natural progression from [president]
since I hadn’t graduated yet.”
Caitlin’s role models include her parents, who are hard
workers and dedicated to the well-being of the family.
She says, “I strive to live my life with half the passion
and enthusiasm that they do every day!”
When asked about his role models, Jared identifies his
mother. She has had a strong influence on Jared, and
he hopes that he will one day “impact those around me
similar to how she does now.”
Animal lovers, read on: Caitlin has five dogs. Three
Great Pyrenees and two Shih tzus named Bear,
Bumble, Fred, Lucy, and Opie.
As a youngster, Jared’s family owned a pet turkey
named Tom. The turkey apparently had a mischievous
streak, often chasing Jared and his sister.
Region 3: Angie Strader, M.S., LMFT-C, CFLE-P
Angie is a 2012 graduate of the University of Central
Oklahoma with a degree in Family and Child Studies.
She is currently a Marriage and Family therapist candidate for the state of Oklahoma and a Certified Family
Life Educator.
Welcome to our four new
Collegiate Representatives!
Katie from Region 1 will serve
as the new National Collegiate
Chair. Please do not hesitate to
contact them with any questions
or concerns you may have.
Desiring to continue her involvement with Phi U
post-graduation, Angie applied to serve as a Collegiate
Representative. She is eager to work behind the scenes
with the collegiate chapters in Region 3 in order to
“[give] back to an organization that has given me so
much.”
They have been elected to serve as
your representative on National
Council. The best of luck as they
begin this exciting, new journey!
Angie has found mentors in her parents, who worked
hard to provide the best for their family. With her
parents guiding her, Angie has received a great education and “learned how to be hardworking, determined,
caring, and strong.”
Interestingly, Angie is the oldest of six children--all
girls! Her family is musically inclined, with everyone
either playing a musical instrument or singing. As
an undergraduate student, Angie majored in Music,
focusing on the flute, French horn, and vocal music.
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News of Our Members
Phi Upsilon Omicron
Educational Foundation Donors
B
2011-2012 Donors
ecause of the tremendous support of many individuals,
the Phi Upsilon Omicron Educational Foundation has
been able to add new fellowships, scholarships, and
awards as well as maintain support to the honor society. A
special appreciation is extended to the following people who
contributed at the various giving levels from August 1, 2011July 31, 2012.
$25,000-$50,000
$5000-$10,000
$1000-$4999
Alpha Alumni Chapter, Designated for the
Margaret Drew Alpha Fellowship
Ruth Botz Jones Estate, In Memory of Ruth Botz Jones, Tau
Martha C. Jenkins, Beta Delta, In Honor of Sara Glanz and
Designated for the Martha Combs Jenkins Scholarship Fund
Susan Rickards, Lambda, Designated for the
Susan Rickards Scholarship Fund
Phi Upsilon Omicron (National)
$500-$999
Diane H. Jackman, Tau, Designated for the
Jackman Scholarship Fund
Lynette Olson, Phi
Rebecca L. Taylor, Beta Pi, Designated for the
Susan Rickards Scholarship Fund
$100-$499
Carla Boehm, Gamma
Nancy Byleen, Xi
S. Penny Chappell, Alpha Tau, Designated for the
S. Penny Chappell Scholarship Fund
Shirley A. Chase, Rho, Donated in Memory of William and
Letha Hutchison and Margarette Waggett for the
Shirley Noah Chase Award Fund
Beverly Crabtree, Alpha Nu
Charlene Craig, Xi
Mary M. Edge, Tau
Janet Elliott, Alpha Chi
Gertrude Esteros, Alpha
Sally L. Fortenberry, Alpha Alpha
Martha B. Frost, Iota
Betty Fuller, Nu
Frances Gailey, Beta Omicron
Karen P. Goebel, Alpha Sigma, Donated in Memory of
Terry Blaylock, Husband of Karol Blaylock, Beta Zeta
Karen P. Goebel, Alpha Sigma, Designated for the
Karen P. Goebel Award Fund
Kim Goodfellow, Phi, Donated in Memory of,
Frances Goodfellow Steding
Eileen Haas, Nu
Sheryl Harding, Beta Phi
Esther I. Hay, Alpha Chi
Agatha L. Huepenbecker, Gamma
Martha C. Jenkins, Beta Delta, In Honor of the wedding of
Natasha Faith Lacy, Beta Delta, to Rick Scott Terry
Delores Kluckman, Phi
Charmaine Kneevers, Tau
Kaye Lynn Lambert, Alpha Theta
Kathleen Lodl, Xi
Rebecca Lovingood, Gamma
Carole Makela, Nu
Beth A. Newcome, Lambda
Alvin Niuh, Psi
Mary Anne Pace, Alpha Eta
Richard Parnitzke, In Memory of Jacqueline Parnitzke,
Mu, Designated for the
Closs/Parnitzke/Clarke Scholarship Fund
Janis Peak, Omicron
Beverly Rhodenbaugh, Gamma
Carrol Richey, Beta Theta
Deena Krafft Radabaugh, Lambda
Anne Reuther, Tau
Rosetta Sandidge, Beta Zeta
Genevieve Schroeder, Gamma
Myrna H. Shaw, Alpha, Donated in Honor of
Mary W. Franken, Tau, Designated for the
Mary Weiking Franken Scholarship Fund
Myrna H. Shaw, Alpha, Donated in Honor of
Diane H. Jackman, Tau, Designated for the
Jackman Scholarship Fund
Myrna H. Shaw, Alpha, Donated in Honor of
Susan Rickards, Lambda, Designated for the
Susan Rickards Scholarship Fund
Merievely Stuber, Alpha Sigma
Ann Vail, Iota
Beta Epsilon Chapter, Designated for the
Members/Centennial Scholarship Fund
Gamma Alumni Chapter
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Foundation, Donated
for the Karen P. Goebel Conclave Award Fund
Washington, DC Alumni Chapter, Designated for the
Century Scholarship Fund
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(Continued from page 7) witness
supportive parents who attended
the initiations in both locations. In
Loma Linda, a mother came all the
way from Mexico to see her daughter
initiated into Phi U. Momma didn’t
speak English, but she cried through
the entire ceremony because she knew
that her daughter, the first to go to
college, was receiving a great honor.
She was so proud.
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With the initiation of the E-chapter
as presented at the Conclave, 2012
business meeting, we are anticipating
an increase in maintaining alumni
connections. Our alumni maintain our foundations and traditions.
Collegiate chapters appreciate their
support and we must continue to seek
innovative ways to keep those connections intact. I know we will.
After the ceremony, she and I hugged
with tears running down her face. All
I said was “Momma” and hugged her
some more. She and her daughter
had a very special moment. Phi U
is an honor society- a true honor for
members to be invited to join and the
initiates still feel it.
Advisors are the backbone of most
collegiate chapters. They are the
glue that holds chapters together as
students transition through college.
By initiating students into Phi U
earlier, the advisors will have a greater
opportunity to develop and sustain an
officer leadership team.Advisors engage in leadership at a sacrificial level.
Chapters face the challenges of
They are often overworked, underpaid
department and college changes in
faculty who have learned to be very
unique ways. Each chapter is finding
good at resource management. In all
ways to continue growing and changthe chapters I visited, I did not find
ing within the university system.
one advisor that complained- they
only talked about the many rewards of
The largest request from collegiate
seeing students develop in Phi U. We
members was “I wish I could have
need to continue to find creative ways
joined Phi U earlier.” By passing the
to support, encourage, and honor
amendment to the bylaws at Conthese unsung heroes. We need to help
clave, 2012 that request will become
them face the issues of fragmentaa reality. It gives the students the
tion if it occurs, yet maintain the Phi
opportunity to develop into a Phi U
U chapter, which has been done on
leader and have access to scholarships
many campuses.
over a longer period of time. I commend the delegates of Conclave, 2012
Our staff:
for moving forward and approving
We have moved over the years from a
this change.
“Candle Editor” to a “Communication
Coordinator” to service our needs.
Alumni Chapters find themselves
In August, 2012 we redesigned the
struggling with attendance as their
position and hired a “Communication
members age. The members have
Consultant”- not a Phi U member,
long-standing relationships and
but an expert in mass communicacare deeply about each other. The
tion, journalism, and technology.
alumni chapters continue to conThe Communications Consultant
duct excellent programs and support
will meet weekly with the Executive
collegiate chapters but students move
Director and set the pace for Phi U to
on and the alumni remain and must
stay on the cutting edge of
be resourceful at maintaining their
communication.
chapters.
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Our Executive Director, Susan
Rickards, epitomizes the words inscribed on our bookmark: “She never
tires, she never grows cold, she is
patient, sympathetic and tender. She
looks for the budding flower and the
opening heart. She hopes always and
like God loves always.”
I have been meeting with Susan and
Karol, President-Elect, every week via
conference call and have never known
Susan to be anything but kind. She
is always prepared with a list and we
always get it done! Susan is a priceless asset to Phi U. Her relational
skills with each chapter and advisor is
beyond typical, yet she manages to get
all the countless tasks done in the tiny
West Virginia office very distant from
most who call her. Our staff is in a
very good place.
Our National Council is outstanding.
A year ago we met to develop a strategic plan using the book by Jim Collins
“Good to Great”. Over 3 days, the
Council identified all the good characteristics of Phi U and developed
strategies to progress to great characteristics. All the positions of National
Council are filled with people who are
committed to carry out the details of
the strategic plan under the direction
of the next president, Karol Blaylock.
Karol brings to Phi U a wonderful
relational ability combined with a
thirst to move forward and make a
difference by pursuing different paths
and thinking outside the box. She is
already great!
Our financial situation is healthy even
in this economy due to good fiscal
responsibility of National Council.
National Council has secured Conclave locations through 2016 ensuring that the Conclave tradition will
continue.
Based on these observations,
(Continued on page 11)
Phi Upsilon Omicron is pronounced
alive and very well in its current state.
But stay tuned- The Best is Yet to
Come!!! Thank you for the opportunity
to serve.
Installation and Initiation of Gamma Mu Chapter
at The Art Institute of Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
Of Professional Interest
Picture from Installation and Initiation of Gamma Nu
Chapter at Loma Linda University, Loma Linda CA
Sarah Pearce Sanders Scholarship
S
By Diane G. Smathers, Iota, Past National President,
Past Director Phi Upsilon Omicron Educational Foundation
arah Pearce Sanders was initiated into Alpha Beta chapter at Mississippi
College for Women “the W” in 1962. Originally from Shelby, Mississippi Sarah spent most of her career in the Magnolia State after receiving a M.S. degree from the University of Alabama and a Ph.D. from Florida
State. For a few years she worked in the apparel industry but then joined
the faculty of home economics at Mississippi University for Women in 1971
where she remained until her retirement in 1995.
Sarah was very active in Phi U serving as an advisor to Alpha Beta chapter
and then on National Council and the Phi U Educational Foundation. She
served as National President from 1994-96. Under her guidance, Alpha Beta
chapter received first place in the professional projects for many years. Sarah
states, “one of the highlights of my Phi U career was working with the wonderful members on professional projects.”
To honor his mother and her love of Phi U, her son Will Sanders, a CPA in
Dallas, Texas recently established the Sarah Pearce Sanders Scholarship. The
scholarship will benefit students who have the greatest need for financial
assistance. Will stated, “the Phi U organization provided my mother, as a
Sarah Pearce Sanders
member and past president, with many friends and a forum for sharing ideas with
like-minded people. I too benefited from the organization through traveling as
a family to some Phi U national events in earlier years. Because my mother does not need more things, but derives great
joy in helping others, I thought the Phi U scholarship would be a nice gesture of my love for her that she would
appreciate.”
Sarah said that serving Phi U was one of the most rewarding affiliations of her career. “I met so many wonderful people
and made such good friends through the years.” Nowadays, she is active with the United Methodist Women in
Mississippi and spends time in an ecumenical food kitchen in Columbus, Mississippi. She has also continued to serve her
beloved “W” serving on various boards and supporting activities and events on campus.
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News of Our Members
Carolyn Bednar Receives Bachtel National
Collegiate Advisor Award
T
By Sally L. Fortenberry, National Advisor Councilor
he Alpha Alpha Chapter at
Texas Woman’s University
(TWU) in Denton, Texas
nominated their chapter advisor,
Dr. Carolyn Bednar, for the Bachtel Collegiate Advisor Award. The
criteria for selection for this award
include accomplishments of the
chapter under the advisors leadership and demonstrated excellence
as a collegiate chapter advisor. Of
significant note, Dr. Bednar was
instrumental in the reactivation
of the Alpha Alpha chapter in
the spring of 2007. Dr. Bednar
wrote the new constitution for the
chapter and obtained approval by
the Student Life Division at Texas
Woman’s University so that the
chapter could once again be recognized as an official organization on
the campus. Dr. Bednar has served
as the chapter’s primary advisor
since its reactivation and continues
to mentor and guide the officers of
the chapter each year.
Dr. Bednar is currently Professor
in the department of Nutrition
and Food Sciences where she has
been employed since 1991. She is
a registered and licensed dietitian
as well as certified in Family and
Consumer Sciences. Dr. Bednar
received her bachelor’s degree in
Vocational Home Economics from
the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, her master’s degree in Family
Economics from the University
of Tennessee in Knoxville and her
Ph.D. in Nutrition from the University of Nebraska. Carolyn has
been recognized for her outstanding leadership over the past year
within her profession and at TWU.
She received the Texas Woman’s
University Outstanding Faculty
Award, Distinction in Service
Award and the Chancellor’s Research Fellowship Mentor Award
for two years; as well as the Texas
Dietetic Association Distinguished
Scientist Award, the American
Association of Family and Consumer Sciences and the Texas State
Affiliate Leader of the Year Award.
Dr. Bednar is a prolific writer and
serves as graduate advisor in the
department of Nutrition and Food
Sciences. She currently serves as
an Associate Editor for the Family
and Consumer Sciences Research
Journal. Dr. Bednar has received
close to $1 million in research
grant funds for her research projects since 2001.
Kristen Bah, Alpha Alpha Chapter
president in 2010-2011 wrote of
Dr. Bednar in her letter of application, “Dr. Carolyn Bednar is a
shining example of the ideals that
encompass the true meaning of Phi
Upsilon Omicron. Her academic
excellence has allowed for the promotion and recognition of Family
and Consumer Sciences students.
Her servant leadership throughout
the years has established many
friendships which is a benefit for
our chapter. Her dedication to Phi
Upsilon Omicron and Alpha Alpha
Chapter members will undoubtedly
be remembered.”
Dr. Joyce Armstrong, co-advisor
of the Alpha Alpha chapter, wrote
“Dr. Bednar is to be commended
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for her leadership and mentorship.
She has championed the mission
and vision of Phi Upsilon Omicron
here at Texas Woman’s University.
She has been a mentor, coach, advisor, liaison, and friend to not only
our students but also to chapter
advisors and faculty.” And finally,
Alpha Alpha Honorary Member
Martha Rew stated, “I believe that
Phi Upsilon Omicron is a heartfelt mission of Dr. Bednar to see
it continue to nurture and grow…
Our bookmark reads, ‘Never to
tire, never to grow cold…this is
duty, the noblest task of the School
of Life’. This certainly epitomizes
my experience of observing Dr.
Bednar as she guides students in
teaching them to live the life of a
Phi U member.”
It is with great honor and privilege
that the National Council and the
National Educational Foundation
of Phi Upsilon Omicron recognizes
Dr. Carolyn Bednar for her outstanding achievements and for her
dedication to Phi Upsilon Omicron
and the Alpha Alpha chapter at
Texas Woman’s University.
*Do you have an advisor that you
would like to recognize? Check
out the Phi U web page for the
application. Nominations are due
November 1 annually.
Of Professional Interest
New Resource for finding
graduate programs for Phi
U Fellowships
By Duane Whitbeck, Past Chair,
Phi Upsilon Omicron Educational
Foundation
P
The Phi U Educational Foundation
has created a website to assist students
in finding graduate programs that
would likely qualify. The criteria are
that the program must be substantially made up of Family and Consumer
Sciences related coursework. (This
has been determined to mean that
30% of the coursework must be within a Family and Consumer Sciences
field. ) Courses in Interior Design,
Fashion, Early Childhood, Family
and Human Development, Nutrition,
Aging, etc. will most likely fit the
requirements. By going to:
hi Upsilon Omicron offers Fellowships for graduate students
seeking masters and doctoral
degrees in Family and Consumer
Sciences career areas. Each year there
are a limited number of applicants for
these fellowships which range from
$750.00 - $1,500.00. Because students
often change universities between
http://goo.gl/maps/s9C1C
their undergraduate and graduate
work, it often happens that member of
you will find a Google map that
Phi U forgets about this financial
has identified nearly every program
resource for which they might qualify.
that meets these requirements. It
also can be used when looking for a
program within a specific
geographical area. Other useful internet search sites for programs include:
www.cic.net/libraries/diversity/gradschoolguide.sflb,
www.gradschools.com/,
www.phds.org/
To find out more information about
Fellowships, Scholarships and
Awards, go to the
Phi U webpage at:
http://www.phiu.org/
Lifetime Alumni Fees Appreciated
Over the years, more than 1040 Phi Upsilon Omicron members have invested in the honor society by paying the
lifetime alumni fee. The lifetime fee payment is a one-time payment of $350 or $125 per year over three years.
You can join those making an investment in the honor society by paying the lifetime fee using the annual
mailing form sent to your home or the one in THE CANDLE.
While the annual alumni fee of $25 includes a one-year subscription to THE CANDLE, those paying the lifetime
fee are asked to pay $10 for a three-year subscription to THE CANDLE. If there are any questions,
please contact the Executive Director (see directory).
Phi U wants to especially recognize those members who have paid or have completed payment of the lifetime fee
during the past fiscal year. These members completed payment of the Lifetime Alumni Fees during 2011-2012:
(August 1, 2011-July 31, 2012)
Marianne Baptista, Alpha Rho
Brenda Burleson, Alpha Tau
Joanna Lindenmuth, Gamma
Amy L. Mock, Beta Upsilon
Deanna L. Sweat, Alpha Chi
Vicki Barrington, Omega
Phyllis Cook, Xi
Maureen Lutterman, Phi
Diane C. Pichetti, Beta Pi
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Of Professional Interest
SCHOLARSHIP, FELLOWSHIP, AND AWARD RECIPIENTS
MARY WEIKING FRANKEN
2012-2013
GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY
Aimee Rose Duncan, Epsilon,
Montana State University
Amanda Danielle Swafford, Beta Xi,
Brittany Dietrich, Xi,
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Protective Services, Early Child Intervention, and Family Life Education.
Casi Leigh Crawley, Alpha Delta,
University of Arkansas-Fayetteville
LUCILE RUST
Brittany is working towards a
Aimee is pursuing a Bach- Texas State University-San Marcos
Bachelor’s degree in Famelor’s degree in Food and
Amanda is pursuing a
ily and Consumer Science
Nutrition-Dietetics. In the
Bachelor’s degree in Family
Education. She was the 2011
Fall of 2011 she particiChild Development. She has
Service Chair for Xi Chapter.
pated in Epsilon Chapter’s
served as the Initiation Chair
Brittany’s goal is to become
professional project event.
of Beta Xi Chapter and is
a teacher at the middle and
Aimee’s career goal is to
currently serving as President
high
school
levels.
become a registered dietitian and help those
Elect. Amanda is interested
in need to achieve better nutrition.
in several career paths: Child TREVA C. KINTNER
Michaela Nicole Gretter, Beta Nu,
University of Northern Iowa
Michaela is working towards a Bachelor’s degree
in Family Services with a
minor in Business Finance.
She is currently serving
as Secretary for Beta Nu
Chapter. She hopes to
someday use her degree to help at-risk
children.
Averi Lynn Melcher, Xi,
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Averi is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Textiles,
Clothing, and Design/
Journalism and Mass
Communications. Averi’s
goal is a career that allows
her to impact mass media
and create advertisements
that focus on honesty, helping consumers in
the United States and around the globe.
Jenessa Merce Humphrey, Tau,
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Jenessa is working towards
a Bachelor’s degree in
Dietetics. She has earned
an Outstanding Leadership Award from Phi
Upsilon Omicron.
Jenessa’s career goal is to
serve in the U.S. Air Force as a registered
dietitian and to improve food service
operations and implement nutrition
initiatives on military bases.
GENEVIEVE FORTHUN
Courtney Rae Roll, Omicron,
Iowa State University
Casi is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in
Dietetics. She joined Chapter Alpha Delta in
September of 2011. Casi’s career goal is to
become a registered dietitian, and work to
improve our national school lunch program.
Courtney is majoring in Family and Consumer Sciences Education and Studies. She
is currently serving as the Projects Chair for LILLIAN P. SCHOEPHOERSTER
Omicron Chapter. After graduating in De- Asmaa Ghazaly, Chi,
cember of this year, Courtney plans to use University of Georgia
her degree to teach and promote critical life Asmaa is majoring in Dietetics. She has
worked within Chi Chapter to
skills on individual and community levels.
collect donations for several
PAST PRESIDENTS
local charitable organizations.
Erin E Koffman, Tau,
Asmaa’s career goal is to work
University of Wisconsin-Stout
as a clinical dietitian and help
Erin is pursuing a Bachpatients with chronic illelor’s degree in Dietetics.
nesses to restore their health
She has served as the Public
through improved nutrition.
Relations Officer of Tau
Chapter. Her career goal
Brian Thomas Grimm, Beta Rho,
is to become a registered
dietitian and obtain a po- Idaho State University
sition as a clinical dietitian Brian is working towards a degree in Dietetics. He has been a member of
within a stable company.
Beta Rho Chapter since Fall
CLOSS/PARNITZKE/CLARKE
of 2011. His goal is to become
Lindsey Faye Davis, Beta Xi,
a registered dietitian with a
Texas State University-San Marcos
Master’s of Science and possiLindsey is a sophomore
bly a Doctorate degree, in Dietetics.
majoring in Family and
SUTHERLAND/PURDY
Child Development. She is
Leah Dian Jolosky, Eta,
the Elected Initiation Chair
Pittsburg State University
of Beta Xi Chapter and has
Leah is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in
also served as CommuniFashion Merchandising. She has served as
cations Chair. She plans to
pursue a Master’s of Science in family and Treasurer and head of fundraising for Eta
child studies and become certified in family Chapter. Leah’s career goal is to participate
in marketing and merchandising for a comlife education so that she can achieve her
ultimate career goal of working as a family pany that prides itself on commitment to the
community. (Continued on page 18)
life educator.
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Of Professional Interest
Develop Your Own Phi U Legacy…
With a Contribution to the Phi U Educational Foundation!
Marty Frost, Chair
Phi Upsilon Omicron Educational Foundation
T
his year Phi U’s Education Foundation awarded over $55,000 in scholarships, fellowships, and awards to 46 Phi
U members. Monies to fund these awards are derived from interest earned on the nearly forty endowments
created by generous Phi U alumni and friends. Proceeds from the 2012 silent auction at Conclave will be used
to help fund the Century Scholarship, established in 2003 by the Educational Foundation to
recognize exemplary leadership and service to Phi Upsilon Omicron.
Originally the Foundation envisioned at least 100 members and/or chapters participating, each contributing $100 or
more to the Century Scholarship Fund. Since its establishment many individuals have contributed to the Century
Scholarship. As of July 2011, this Fund had accumulated more than $15,000 in principal. If enough funds are raised this
year, the Foundation may choose to award this scholarship for the 2013-2014 academic year.
This is where you come in! We know we can count on you for your continued generous support of Phi U as we continue to promote academic excellence, strong leadership, integrity, and community service. Consider making a contribution in honor of, or in memory of, a loved one; a faculty member who mentored you throughout your academic and
professional career; or a colleague who has inspired you. In this way, you not only contribute to a worthwhile fund; you
also continue on the path toward developing your own Phi U Legacy! And since Phi U’s Educational Foundation is a
non-profit, 501 (c) charitable organization, your contribution is completely tax-deductible.
Please send contributions payable to
Phi Upsilon Omicron Educational Foundation for the Century Scholarship Fund to:
Phi Upsilon Omicron Educational Foundation, Inc.
Susan Rickards, Executive Director
P. O. Box 329 Fairmont, WV 26555-0329
Professional Program Projects 2012
National Winners
Regional Winners
First Place
Beta Pi, Framingham State University:
Engaging the Community: Polishing a Pearl
Second Place
Tau, University of Wisconsin—Stout:
Engage In Leadership...Make a Difference
Through Servant Leadership
Third Place
Beta Xi, Texas State University—San Marcos:
Leading By Example: Providing Real World Knowledge for a Better Future
Fourth Place
Beta Zeta, Texas Christian University:
Empowering the Women of Today and Tomorrow
Region 1
Beta Epsilon, State University of New York at Plattsburgh: Phi-ghting For a Cause
Region 2
Beta Delta, Western Kentucky University:
Fulfilling Our Call...Making a Difference : Lead
ing the Way to Brighten Lives and Feed the Hungry Both Near and Far
Region 3
Gamma Zeta, Northeastern State University, OK: The Road to Nutrition: Working Together to Build a World of Healthy People
Region 4
Beta Rho, Idaho State University:
Healthy Lives and Successful Futures
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(Continued from page 16)
GERALDINE CLEWELL
Sara Rose Wagner, Nu,
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Of Professional Interest
Stephanie Anne Loeck, Xi,
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Stephanie is pursuing a
Sara is majoring in
Bachelor’s degree in DietetInterior Design. She has
ics. She has been a member
served as the Social/
of Xi Chapter since 2010 and
Initiation Chair for Nu
co-chaired their American
Chapter. She plans to
Cancer Society fundraiser in
pursue a Master’s degree 2011. Stephanie’s career goal is to become
with a focus on sustaina registered dietitian and build a fulfilling
ability within design, and career helping others and serving her
open her own interior
community.
design business specializing in designing
environmentally friendly homes.
MARGARET JEROME SAMPSON
Sara M Hermes, Nu,
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Christina Marie Rezac, Xi,
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
JACKMAN
Kelsey Jo Feltz, Omicron,
Iowa State University
Kelsey is pursuing a
degree in Family and
Consumer Sciences Education and Studies. She
joined Omicron Chapter
in April of 2011. Kelsey’s
career goal is to become
endorsed as a Health Educator and teach
middle or high school students in the central Iowa area.
MARTHA COMBS JENKINS
Cassandra Ann Temaat, Eta,
Pittsburg State University
Christina is pursuing a degree in Dietetics
Cassandra is majoring in
and Nutrition, Exercise
Sara is pursuing a degree in
Family and Consumer Educaand Health Sciences, with
Food Science. She joined
tion. She is the current Presa Gerontology Certificate.
Nu Chapter in the Fall of
ident of Eta Chapter and has
She is the Co-President of
2011, and has participated
also served as Secretary and
Xi Chapter, and has also
in several volunteer events.
Initiation Leader. Cassandra
served as Treasurer.
Sara’s career goal is to work
plans to become a Family and
Christina’s career goal is
in the product developConsumer
Sciences
teacher, and a Family,
to work in a Hospice environment and help
ment department of a food corporation,
Career
and
Community
Leaders of America
elderly patients maintain an active lifestyle
where she would like to be in charge of cre- through appropriate diet and exercise.
advisor.
ating a new line of healthful food products
CHALLENGE
NELL BRYANT ROBINSON
for consumers.
Kayla Marie Palosaari , Gamma Iota,
Joanna Seaman Krieger, Beta Rho,
Idaho State University
Samantha Ann Montag, Gamma Iota,
Point Loma Nazarene University
Point Loma Nazarene University
Samantha is majoring in
Dietetics. She joined Gamma
Iota Chapter in Spring of
2011. Samantha’s career
goal is to work as a clinical
dietitian.
Joanna is majoring in
Dietetics, and has served
as Historian for Beta Rho
Chapter. Her career goal
is to become a Registered
Dietitian and work as a
Clinical Dietitian. Joanna TOMMY J. HAMNER
Melissa Ruth Mulder, Omicron,
also plans to develop her own program to
educate obese patients.
Iowa State University
Melissa is majoring in Early Childhood
Education. She has served as program chair
Kelly Jo Peterson, Beta Rho,
for Omicron Chapter. Melissa’s career goal
Idaho State University
is to become a teacher and have a positive
Kelly is working towards
impact on the next generation.
a degree in Dietetics, and
minoring in Spanish. She
S. PENNY CHAPPELL
joined Beta Rho Chapter in Chelsea Lynn Herting, Zeta,
the Fall of 2011 and attend- University of Idaho
ed a leadership workshop
Chelsea is working towards a Bachelor’s
by National President Corine Carr. After
degree in Clothing, Textiles & Design. She
graduation, Kelly plans to pursue a master’s has served as an Elected Representative
degree in Public Health, and to use her
for Zeta Chapter. Chelsea’s career goal is to
knowledge to educate women and children own her own business and design improved
about the importance of nutrition.
women’s cold gear.
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Kayla is pursuing a degree in
Childhood and Adolescent
Development, with a minor in
Physiology. She joined Gamma Iota Chapter in the Spring
of 2011 and has participated
in multiple volunteer events. Kayla’s career
goal is to become an Occupational Therapist and reach out to children and families
with special needs.
K. VIRGINIA SEIDEL
Courtney Ann Condren,
Gamma Beta,
University of Central Arkansas
Courtney is working towards a degree in Nutrition
and Dietetics, with a minor
in Spanish. She has served as
Historian and Secretary of
Gamma Beta Chapter, and is
also a member of the UCA
Student Dietetic Association. Courtney’s
career goal is to become a bilingual registered dietitian and assist Spanish speaking
patients.
Of Professional Interest
HAZEL HATCHER
Katherine Mae Uhde, Omicron,
Iowa State University
Katherine is majoring in
Community and Public
Health. She has served as
College of Human Sciences Representative, and as a
Project Co-Chair, for Omicron Chapter. Katherine’s
career goals are to work
as a city attorney and within government
programs to implement public policies that
improve the overall health of her
community.
MEMBERS/CENTENNIAL
Elizabeth Marie Brown,
Gamma Gamma,
University of Central Oaklahoma
CANDLE
GERALDINE CLEWELL (MASTERS)
Erin Lee Brasch, Psi,
University of Alabama
DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY
JANICE CORY BULLOCK
FELLOWSHIPS
Elizabeth Nellie Shahid, Psi,
Valdosta State University
Erin is working towards a Master’s degree
in Human Environmental Sciences. She is
Elizabeth is pursuing a currently serving as Vice President and Secretary for Chapter Psi. Her career goal is to
Master’s of Science in
become a Clinical Dietitian. Erin also hopes
Marriage and Famito volunteer with community outreach
ly Therapy. She has
programs for children who are at risk for
served as Initiation
Chair for Psi Chapter. obesity and diabetes.
Elizabeth’s career goals include working as
a school counselor and as a therapist for
AWARDS
couples, families, and children.
Hilary Wilde, Tau,
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Kaleigh Michelle Grace, Gamma Iota,
Point Loma Nazarene University
Hilary is seeking a MasKaleigh is pursuing a
ter’s degree in Food and
Master of Arts in EducaNutritional Science. She is
Elizabeth is pursuing a
tion with a concentration
a newly inducted member
Bachelor’s degree in Family
in Special Education. She
of Tau Chapter. Hilary’s
Life Education, with a focus
has served as Secretary
career goal is to become a
in Child Development. She
for Chapter Gamma Iota.
Registered Dietitian and
is the former President-Elect
Kaleigh’s career goals are
open a practice within a
and current President of
to work as an elementary school teacher
hospital to provide nutrition counseling and
Gamma Gamma Chapter.
for special needs children, and to someday
personal training to patients.
Elizabeth’s career goals include a Master’s
open her own preschool.
degree in Early Childhood Education and
FOUNDERS
a Doctorate in Curriculum Development,
Joan L. Clapper, Phi,
SARAH THORNILEY PHILLIPS
which will allow her to create school curSouth Dakota State University
Colleen Patricia Ketchum, Beta Zeta,
riculums and eventually become a college
Joan is pursuing a Doctorate in Biological
professor.
Sciences. She has been a member of Chap- Texas Christian University
Colleen is working towards a Bachelor’s
SARAH PEARCE SANDERS
ter Phi since Spring of 2009 and recently
degree in Food ManageLinda Sue Rogers, Phi,
served as a Committee Member for the
ment. She has served as
Founders Day Celebration with the NationSouth Dakota State University
Elected Treasurer and
Linda is majoring in Dietet- al President of Phi Upsilon Omicron. Her
Honor Cord Chair for
career goal is to continue teaching upper
ics and Exercise Science.
Beta Zeta Chapter. Her
She has served as Fundrais- level undergraduate courses while working
ultimate career goal is to
er Co-Chair and Historian on her research goals.
own
her
own
bakery
or café, and she would
Co-Chair for Chapter Phi. GERALDINE CLEWELL (DOCTORAL)
love
to
teach
community
cooking classes.
Her career goal is to work
Julia N. Kroeker, Xi,
as a Registered Dietitian, helping and inUniversity of Nebraska-Lincoln
spiring patients who are dealing with health
Julia is pursuing a Docsetbacks to persevere and continue
torate in Early Childhood
pursuing their dreams.
Education. She gave a
Michelle Kathleen Newberry, Beta Xi,
Texas State University-San Marcos
Michelle is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree
in Family and Consumer Sciences with an
presentation about her
emphasis on Family and Child
volunteer experience with
Development. She has served
Royal Family Kids’ Camp at
as President of Beta Xi Chapa Xi Chapter meeting earter. Michelle’s career goals
lier this year. Her career goal is to become
include becoming a Family
a professor at a small Christian university,
Life Educator.
and to stay involved in elementary educa(Continued on page 21)
tion by supervising student teachers.
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Of Professional Interest
CONCLAVE 2012 BUSINESS MEETING
Corine M. Carr, National President,
called the 2012 biennial Conclave
business meeting of delegates to order at
9:45 am. She led the opening ceremony
with delegates and non-delegates singing
the Phi Upsilon Omicron Song followed
by repeating in unison the Creed of Phi
Upsilon Omicron.
At the podium were Carr, Susan Rickards, Executive Director, and, Robin Box,
Region 1 Councilor and Chair of the
Bylaws Committee. Martha Nall, Iota
Alumni, served as Parliamentarian for the
Meeting.
Susan Rickards, Executive Director, read a
roll call of Delegates. Present and entitled
to vote were delegates from 25 collegiate
chapters, 14 alumni chapters, 14 National Council members and 1 Phi Upsilon
Omicron Educational Foundation voting
delegate. The motion made by Susan
Rickards, Executive Director, to accept
the credentials report of 54 members
present and entitled to vote was seconded
and carried.
The standing rules for the business meeting were presented by Robin Box, Region
1 Councilor and Chair of the Bylaws
Committee. The motion made by Robin
Box, to accept the standing rules as presented on behalf of the National Council
was seconded and carried.
Monica Fowler, local Conclave Committee Chair, presented the program committee report. Registered for Conclave
were 116 members plus 10 fifty year
members. The Conclave program had
been distributed to Conclave attendees.
Caitlin Panter, Region 2 Collegiate Representative, moved to adopt the agenda
for Conclave and to accept the Program
Committee report. The motion was seconded and passed.
Corine Carr, National President, stated
that the approved minutes of the business
meeting from Conclave 2010 were previously distributed to chapters, National
Biennial Conclave
Lexington, KY
October 2, 2012
Council, the Educational Foundation
Board and were printed in the fall 2010
issue of THE CANDLE.
Reports of officers were previously distributed by e-mail to each Conclave 2012
delegate and non-delegate. A motion
made by Sarah Henry, Iota Alumni Chapter Delegate, to accept each officer’s report
as printed was seconded and carried.
There was no unfinished business.
New Business
Under new business, Robin Box, Chair of
the Bylaws Committee, presented the following motions from National Council:
Change Article III: Membership, Section
3. A. (i) to read: a. (1) has completed a
minimum of 36 semester hours, 50 quarter hours, or the equivalent. The hours
must include six hours of FCS. Discussion
followed.
Melissa Wren, Beta Zeta Collegiate Delegate, moved that Article III: Membership,
Section 3.A—2nd sentence be amended
to read: The hours must include 6 hours
of course work in areas including, but not
limited to, those recognized by the American Association of Family and Consumer
Sciences. The amendment to the motion
was seconded and carried.
Robin Box, Chair of the Bylaws Committee, presented the amended motion to
read:
Change Article III: Membership, Section
3. A. (i) to read: a. (1) has completed a
minimum of 36 semester hours, 50 quarter hours, or the equivalent. The hours
must include 6 hours of course work in
areas including, but not limited to, those
recognized by the American Association
of Family and Consumer Sciences. Motion Carried.
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Change Article VI, Section 14. Advisor
Councilor to read: “The Nominating
Committee will solicit nominations for
the Advisor Councilor position from
members during the election year.” Motion Carried.
Change Article VI, Section 13. Collegiate
Representatives a. Number of Collegiate
Representatives – to read:
“The Collegiate Representatives will serve
on National Council in non-Conclave
years.” Motion Carried.
Copies of the updated Bylaws will be
updated on the Phi Upsilon Omicron web
site and mailed or e-mailed to members
requesting a copy.
New Business from National Council
Karol Blaylock, Chair of the Expansion
Committee, announced that the following
2 chapters have been installed: Gamma Mu Chapter at the Art Institute of
Charlotte, Charlotte, NC and Gamma Nu
Chapter at Loma Linda University, Loma
Linda, CA.
Jenifer Reader, Region IV Councilor
and Chair of the E-Chapter Committee,
presented the format of the E-Chapter.
Group e-mail address: phi_u_alumni@
yahoogroups.com She also stated that she
has started a Facebook closed group since
more members may already have a Facebook account than a Yahoo! Account.
New Business from the Educational
Foundation
Duane Whitbeck, Chair of the Phi Upsilon Omicron Educational Foundation,
showed a Google Maps website that the
Foundation created to assist students in
finding graduate programs. The website is
http://goo.gl/maps/s9C1C
Business from the Delegates
The number of meetings per year for
collegiate Chapters was questioned and
answered. (Continued on page 21)
Of Professional Interest
Announcements
Corine Carr, National President, appointed the following committee to review and
approve the business meeting minutes:
Sara Glanz, National Collegiate Chair,
Jared Wolf, Region 4 Collegiate Representative and Cindy Jones, National Finance
Chair.
Corine Carr, National President, presented a video that has been developed
entitled: “Why Should I Join Phi U.”
Meeting adjourned.
Susan Rickards
Executive Director
(Continued from page 19)
LYNNE WHITE SCHEIDER
Courtney Renee Frye, Lambda,
West Virginia University
Courtney is majoring in Child Development and Family Studies. She has served
as Secretary for Lambda Chapter. After
graduation, Courtney hopes to pursue a
Master’s degree in Education Psychology.
Her career goal is to teach young children
aging from infancy to pre-k, and inspire in
them a lifetime love of learning.
GERALDINE CLEWELL SENIOR
Misty Johnson Roberts, Beta Rho,
Idaho State University
Misty is pursuing a Bachelor’s of Science in
Dietetics. She has been a member of Beta
Rho Chapter since Spring of 2010. Misty’s
career goal is to work as a Registered
Dietitian.
KAREN P. GOEBEL CONCLAVE
(Group Award) Nu Chapter,
University of Wisconsin-Madison
The Nu Chapter Executive Board was
chosen for this award. As a Chapter they
strove to send as many members as possible
to this year’s Conclave. Nu Chapter hosted
benefit nights at local restaurants, helped
their campus bookstore with giftwrapping
during the holiday season, and organized
an on-campus food sale to raise funds to
contribute to travel costs for Conclave.
The E-Chapter
A New Phi Upsilon Omicron Tradition
By Jenifer Reader, Beta Rho
Region Councilor Chair 2010-2012
Purposes and Goals
•
To provide an option for alumni members to stay connected and active when a traditional alumni chapter may not be available
•
To serve as an outlet for Phi U new, events, and other related topics
•
To provide electronic options for:
•
Creating and strengthening Phi U friendships
•
Connecting with collegiate members
•
Networking
•
Participating in service and Professional Projects
•
Participating in activities focused on academic excellence, leadership, lifelong learning, and the advancement of family and consumer sciences and related areas
Activities
•
Meetings and projects will be posted and can be accessed at any time by members
•
National service and Professional Project options will be suggested that can be completed online and/or in local communities
•
Meetings will be held at least four times a year
•
They will follow the same guidelines for attendance and frequency as
traditional alumni chapters (as defined in the bylaws)
•
Meeting information will be posted and will include a deadline for
responding (may be posting a comment, answering a survey, returning an assignment, etc.)
How to Join
•
Any alumni member can join, even if already participating in a traditional alumni chapter
•
Pay annual dues of $15 to the national office and receive a request to join the Phi Upsilon Omicron Alumni Electronic Chapter Facebook page
To join the E-chapter, or for more information, please contact Jenifer Reader at
jenifer.reader@yahoo.com
Congratulations to
Sara Glanz,
recipient of the
Undergraduate
Student Research
Award at AACFS!
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News of Our Members
DIRECTORY
PHI UPSILON OMICRON
National Honor Society
in Family and Consumer Sciences,
Founded at the University of Minnesota
February 10, 1909
NATIONAL OFFICE
P.O. BOX 329, Fairmont, WV, 26555-0329
304-368-0612
World Wide Web Site: http://www.phiu.org
Hours: M-F 8:30-3:30 (Eastern)
EXECUTIVE BOARD
President: Karol Blaylock
Alumni Councilor: Jenniene Kauer
Regional Councilor Chair: Susan Miller
National Collegiate Chair: Katie Uhde
Executive Director: Susan M. Rickards
Educational Foundation Chair:
Marty Frost
NATIONAL COUNCIL
President: Karol Blaylock
President-Elect: Bruce A. Cameron
Executive Director: Susan M. Rickards
Advisor Councilor: Sally Fortenberry
Alumni Councilor: Jenniene Kauer
Region Councilor Chair: Susan Miller
Finance Chair: Cindy Jones
National Collegiate Chair: Katie Uhde
Region I Councilor: Robin Box
Region II Councilor: Susan Kipp
Region III Councilor: Susan Miller
Region IV Councilor: Rick Caulfield
Collegiate Representative: Angela Strader
Collegiate Representative: Caitlin Panter
Collegiate Representative: Jared Wolf
PHI UPSILON OMICRON
EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION,
INC.
National Office, P.O. Box 329, Fairmont,
WV
26555-0329
Chair: Marty Frost
National President-Elect: Bruce Cameron
Director: Linda Mona
Director: Bernadine Envoldsen
Director: Susan Shockey
Collegiate Representative: Angela Rushton
Executive Director: Susan M. Rickards
WEB AND COMMUNICATIONS
Consultant: Emily Weigman
Karol Blaylock, Box T-0380, Tarleton State University, Stephenville, TX 76402,
O (254) 968-9194 Email: kblaylock@tarleton.edu
Robin Box, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306
O (765) 285-4066, Email: rbox@bsu.edu
Bruce Cameron, Dept. 3354, 1000 E University Ave., University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY 82071, O (307) 766-4145, Email: unsw@uwyo.edu
Rick Caulfield, Dept. of Family and Consumer Sciences, Krauss Annex 5, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, HI 96822, O (808) 956-2247,
Email: caulfiel@hawaii.edu
Bernadine Enevoldsen, 220 16th Ave., Brookings, SD 57006,
Email: bernadine.enevoldsen@gmail.com
Sally Fortenberry, 5660 Jamaica Circle, N. Richland Hills, TX 76180, O (817) 257-6752
Email: s.fortenberry@tcu.edu
Marty Frost, Dept. of Human Development & Family Relations, SUNY at Plattsburgh, 101 Broad Street Plattsburgh, NY 12901, O (518) 564-4173,
Email: marty.frost@plattsburgh.edu
Cindy Jones, Western Kentucky University, FACS, 1906 College Heights Blvd.,
Bowling Green, KY 42101, O (270) 745-4352 Email: cindy.jones@wku.edu
Jenniene Kauer, 355 Pevero Drive, Idaho Falls, ID 83401 Email: kauejenn@isu.edu
Susan Kipp, Dept. Family & Consumer Sciences, 102 Burrier Bldg., 521 Lancaster Ave., Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY 40475, O (859) 622-1167,
Email:susan.kipp@eku.edu
Susan Miller, Ed.D., Human Environmental Sciences, University of Central Oklahoma, 100 North University Drive, Edmond, OK, 73034, O (405)974-5807,
Email: smiller43@uco.edu
Linda Mona, 6328 Timber Trail, Minneapolis, MN 55439-1049,
Email: l.mona@creativeenvironments.net
Caitlin Panter, 4313 Crescent Springs Ct., Lexington, KY 40515,
Email: caitlin.panter@gmail.com
Susan M. Rickards, P.O. Box 329, Fairmont, WV 26555-0329, O (304) 368-0612, Hours: M-F 8:30-3:30 (Eastern), Email: Rickards@phiu.org
Susan Shockey, 4909 Kingston Drive, Annandale, VA 22003, O (614) 477-4487
Email: susansmithshockey@gmail.com
Angela Strader, 1417 N. Drexel Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73107,
Email: angieystrader@gmail.com
Katie Uhde, 903 Clark Avenue, Ames, IA 50010, Email: kmuhde@iastate.edu
Jared Wolf, 1904 8th Street, Apt 72, Brookings, SD 57006, jjwolf9241@gmail.com
Emily Weigman, P.O. Box 329, Fairmont, WV 26555-0329, Email: consultant@phiu.org
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News of Our Members
ROSTER OF ACTIVE CHAPTERS
Region 1
Region 3
Mu (12-22-1923) SUNY-College at Buffalo, NY
Alpha Pi (4-1974) Queens College, Flushing NY
Beta Epsilon (5-13-1967) SUNY-College at Plattsburgh, Plattsburgh, NY
Beta Epsilon Alumni, Plattsburgh, NY
Beta Omicron (4-4-1971) SUNY-College at Oneonta, Oneonta, NY
Beta Pi (5-1-1971) Framingham State University, Framingham, MA
Gamma (5-22-1915) The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
Gamma Alumni, Columbus, OH
Gamma Lambda (9-16-07) The University of Maryland, College Park, MD
Washington, D.C. Alumni, Washington, D.C.
Theta (7-30-1921) Ohio University, Athens, OH
Lambda (11-24-1923) West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
Lambda Alumni, Morgantown, WV
Alpha XI (4-26-1952) Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH
Alpha Sigma (4-28-1956) Ball State University, Munci, IN
Alpha Sigma Alumni, Muncie, IN
Toledo Area Alumni, Toledo, OH
Nu (5-24-1925) University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI
Omicron (6-5-1926) Iowa State University, Aimes, IA
Tau (4-29-1933) University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, WI
Tau Alumni, Menomonie, WI
Alpha Phi (4-30-1960) Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN
Beta Nu (4-11-1970) University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA
Beta Nu Alumni, Cedar Falls, IA
Madison Area Alumni, Madison, WI
Rho (6-6-1929) University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, MO
Rho Alumni, Columbia, MO
Alpha Alpha (1-22-1938) Texas Woman’s University, Denton, TX
Eta (7-3-1920) Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg, KS
Alpha Chi (5-7-1960) Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS
Alpha Nu (2-11-1950) Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK
Gamma Gamma (5-20-1984) University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, OK
Gamma Gamma Alumni, Edmond, OK
Gamma Epsilon (3-5-2000) East Central University, Ada, OK
Gamma Zeta (4-16-2001) Northeastern State University, Tahlequah, OK
Gamma Eta (4-18-2002) Cameron University, Lawton, OK
Omega (11-26-1937) Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
Omega Alumni, Lubbock, TX
Beta Zeta (2-9-1968) Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, TX
Beta Zeta Alumni, Fort Worth, TX
Beta Xi (11-20-1970) Texas State University-San Marcos, San Marcos, TX
Beta Upsilon (4-14-1973) Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX
Region 2
Iota (2-26-1922) University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY
Iota Alumni, Lexington, KY
Beta Delta (5-14-1966) Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY
Beta Delta Alumni, Bowling Green, KY
Beta Lambda (4-20-1969) Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University,
Blacksburg, VA
Beta Sigma (4-22-72) University of Tennessee-Martin, Martin, TN
Beta Tau (3-4-1973) Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY
Chi (5-16-1936) University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Psi (12-11-1936) University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL
Psi Alumni, Tuscaloosa, AL
Alpha Beta (3-2-1940) Mississippi University for Women, Columbus, MS
Beta Iota (2-8-1969) Southern University, Baton Rouge, LA
Beta Mu (4-25-1969) Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA
Athens Area Alumni, Athens, GA
Florida Alumni, Gainesville, FL
South Carolina Alumni, Clemson, SC
Alpha Delta (5-8-1943) University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR
Alpha Delta Alumni, Fayetteville, AR
Gamma Beta (5-13-1983) University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR
Gamma Beta Alumni, Conway, AR
Gamma Mu (6-1-2012) The Art Institute of Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
Region 4
Alpha (2-10-1909) University of Minnesota, St. Paul, MN
Alpha Alumni, St. Paul, MN
Beta (11-14-1914) North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND
Xi (11-29-1925) University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE
Xi Alumni, Lincoln, NE
Phi (5-19-1934) South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD
Phi Alumni, Brookings, SD
Beta Gamma (1-22-1966) Minnesota State University-Mankato, Mankato, MN
Beta Gamma ALumni, Mankato, MN
Delta (11-27-1915) University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY
Epsilon (5-5-1917) Montana State University, Bozeman, MT
Zeta (5-22-1918) University of Idaho, Moscow, ID
Kappa (3-10-1923) Utah State University, Logan, UT
Beta Alpha (2-21-1965) University of Hawaii, Honolulu, HI
Beta Chi Alumni, Fresno, CA
Beta Psi (5-16-1981) California State Polytechnic University-Pomona,
Pomona, CA
Beta Psi Alumni, Pomona, CA
Beta Rho (4-15-1972) Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID
Beta Rho Alumni, Pocatello, ID
Gamma Iota (11-5-2004) Point Loma Nazarene University, San Diego, CA
Gamma Nu (5-17-2012) Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA
Revised Fall 2012
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Phi Upsilon Omicron, Inc.
P.O. Box 329
Fairmont, WV 26555-0329
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Join us in Boise, Idaho for Conclave 2014!
September 24th - 27th, 2014
Keep Getting THE CANDLE: Keep the Phi U Connection
Are you planning a move or a name
change? Have you delayed paying your
$25 annual alumni fee this year? If “yes”,
please fill out the form to make sure we
“keep in touch.”
Add a gift to the Educational
Foundation. It will keep our schollarship, fellowship, and award program
strong. (Checks payable to Phi Upsilon
Omicron, Inc.)
Paying the annual alumni fee of $25 supports professional projects, ensures that
you receive the next two issues of THE
CANDLE, and helps to finance Conclave.
Anticipate the changes in your life!
Keep your address current so you won’t
miss out on Phi U news and activities.
You also have the option of paying a lifetime fee of $350, as a single payment or in
$125 installments over 3 years.
Please return this form to Susan Rickards, Executive Director, Phi Upsilon
Omicron, PO Box 329, Fairmont, WV
26555-0329, or email information to:
rickards@phiu.org
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