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CONVENTION HIGHLIGHTS AND HONORS FOR GKC! Delta Gammas from across the globe convened f o r t h e Fraternity’s 65th B i e n n i a l Convention June 28-July 1, 2012, at the new JW M a r r i o t t i n I n d i a n a p o l i s . The theme was “ S e t t i n g t h e Pace” and that’s exac t ly wha t a l u m n a e d i d over four days

of engaging sessions, ceremonial events, l e g i s l a t i v e a c t i o n a n d f e s t i v e celebrations.

Our own Dell Shay Kingan (AΩ) was elected to her second Council term as Vice President: Finance, and fellow Region 5 member and St. Louis resident,

Cori Gilbert Wallace (ΔΩ) was elected to her first Council term as Vice President: Communications. Greater KC member Barb Boersma (AT), the Fraternity’s Applications Coordinator, tutored members in the Tech Lab and presented the Outstanding Website Awards named in her honor.

Greater Kansas City DGs have much to be proud of as the accolades and awards were numerous. The GKC alumnae chapter received the Region 5 Award of Excellence, placed seventh nationally in Labels for Education collection, and placed third nationally for service hours.

At the Saturday evening awards banquet the GKC alumnae chapter received the Five Stars to Alumnae Success Award, which acknowledges c h a p t e r s w h o e m p l o y c r e a t i v e programming and meet s tandard operating criteria. And finally, to cap off an already exciting evening, the Greater Kansas City alumnae chapter won the

Outstanding Alumnae Chapter Award for Division III (101+ local dues-paying members)! A sincere and heartfelt THANK YOU goes out to all our members for their loyalty and dedication. Everything you do from paying dues to attending events to volunteering in the community makes a difference!

Convention was an awe-inspiring experience where over 900 women came together to celebrate, share, and unite over sisterhood. It was a moment that truly made one proud to be a Delta Gamma and a Kansas Citian!

CCVI CALENDAR (watch your inbox for more details)

60th Anniversary GalaFeaturing the CommodoresSaturday, Nov. 17, 2012

Holidays in CrestwoodNov. 29 - Dec. 1, 2012

Food FightMonday, Feb. 11, 2013

Evening with Tom SullivanThursday, Feb. 28, 2013

Trolley RunSunday, April 28, 2013

Mary Lynne Dolembo’s RetirementTBD (July 2013)

GKC president Susan Durbian (M) accepts the Outstanding

Alumnae Chapter Award from Fraternity President Beth Searcy (EΓ).

GKC DGs celebrate our achievements at Convention! (L to R) Dell Kingan (AΩ), Kelly Henderson (K), Susan Durbian (M), Lucinda Rice-Petrie (M) and

Barb Boersma (AT).

CCVI CONNECTION

• Thank you to the DGs who helped students decorate flower pots for Mother’s Day: Carrie Babbitt (K), Libby Comfort (M), Beth Haden (M), Kay Jones (BK), Debbie Link (M), and Mary Ann Wilson (BM). This project was sponsored by our alumnae chapter and everyone had a wonderful time!• Audrey Bethay, granddaughter of Nancy Ramsey Bethay (BK) and niece of Maggie Bethay Lemay (AΨ), placed second in the Braille Challenge® Finals held in Los Angeles on June 23, 2012. She was one of 12 finalists in the apprentice division. Audrey is a CCVI graduate and will be entering second grade in the Shawnee Mission School District. Congratulations Audrey! • Save the Date! Celebrate CCVI's 60th Anniversary with cocktails, dinner and a special performance by the Commodores. The gala takes place

Saturday, November 17, 2012, at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Watch your inbox for more details. • CCVI has initiated Exceeding Expectations, a three-year $10.5 million integrated campaign. Capital improvements are an important component since CCVI is “land locked” within its building. Construction is currently underway to reconfigure existing space to address the most pressing needs of the infants and children they serve. This includes renovating the Braille Room, which is named in honor of the Greater Kansas City Delta Gamma Alumnae Chapter and Frances (Fanny) Hecker (M).

Forty-six Delta Gammas have contributed $91,880 toward the $150,000 goal. This includes a $15,000 gift from the Delta Gamma Foundation. If you’d like to contribute to the renovation of the Braille Room, please contact Susan Belger Angulo, CCVI Director of Development, at sbelger@ccvi.org or 816-841-2284 x2017. Donations can be mailed to CCVI, 3101 Main St., Kansas City, Missouri, 64111.

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TAKE OFF WITH OUR PHILANTHROPYAlphapointe7501 Prospect, KCMOEasy access from 71 Hwy and secure parkingTuesday, Sept. 18, 2012 | 6 p.m.Join us for our fall kick-off meeting at Alphapointe. This non-profit organization employs over 100 blind or visually-impaired people in the Kansas City area and provides services to over 7,000 in the region. Enjoy a complimentary boxed dinner as we learn more about this amazing organization and additional volunteer opportunities. RSVP by Sept. 11 to Ashley Thurston (ZΞ), 205-835-8199 or rsvp@kcdg.org.

CRUISING THROUGH OUR CLOSETSMollie Lucas Milano (M) with Style SpiesMuller, Bressler & Brown (Park Place)11610 Ash, #200 (Bldg. 1 next to Aloft Hotel), LeawoodThursday, Oct. 18, 2012 | 7 p.m.Enjoy a productive meeting as Mollie leads us through a wardrobe makeover! Mollie is a professional fashion consultant and co-founder of Style Spies (stylespies.com). She has an extensive background in the clothing industry and will teach us what items to keep, donate, or tailor. No matter your lifestyle or age these tips will have you looking your best. RSVP by Oct. 9 to Ashley Thurston (ZΞ), 205-835-8199 or rsvp@kcdg.org.

ON THE KITCHEN FAST-TRACKInteractive Cooking with Beth Nichols Kelloff (ΔΨ)Home of Carol Brehmer (AΛ)14841 Melrose St., Overland Park Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012 | 7 p.m.Fellow DG, Beth Nichols Kelloff (ΔΨ), will demonstrate how to make delicious appetizers for the holiday season. Beth teaches classes at the Culinary Center of Kansas City. She will share her gastronomic knowledge gained from traveling the world. Beth currently resides in Lansing, Kansas, and is married to an Army officer. RSVP by Oct. 31 to Ashley Thurston (ZΞ), 205-835-8199 or rsvp@kcdg.org.

DASHING THROUGH THE HOLIDAYSAnnual Holiday BrunchGrand Street Café4740 Grand St., KCMOSaturday, Dec. 8, 2012 | 10 a.m.Gather with fellow DGs to ring in the holiday season and enjoy an inspiring guest speaker. In the spirit of giving, please bring a donation of much-needed items for CCVI and Alphapointe. Look for their wish lists this fall on the website, in the monthly email or by contacting Jan Roach (AY) at 913-649-1981.

Brunch is $20. Pay by credit card via PayPal at www.kcdg.org or mail your check, payable to Delta Gamma, to Ashley Thurston (ZΞ), 9312 Sturgeon Dr., Overland Park, KS 66212. RSVP by Nov. 30 at 205-835-8199 or rsvp@kcdg.org.

FUELING UP WITH CREATIVITYAuthentic Expressions: A Hallmark Point of ViewCentral Exchange1020 Central (Avenue of the Arts), KCMOTuesday, Feb. 5, 2013 | 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m.Avoid the icy winter rush hour and join us for a vibrant lunch as Hallmark artists share their experiences with this legendary local institution. Central Exchange is located in the historic downtown firehouse, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A tour of the station and area will be given after the program by Lucinda Rice-Petrie (M). Lunch will be available for $16. RSVP by Jan. 29 to Ashley Thurston (ZΞ), 205-835-8199 or rsvp@kcdg.org.

A HISTORICAL VICTORY LAPWho’s Who of KC’s Historical Elmwood CemeteryLocation TBDTuesday, April 9, 2013 | 7 p.m.Photographer and author Bruce Mathews will take us on an illustrated discussion of Kansas City history. His photographs grace the pages of the book Elmwood Cemetery: Stories of Kansas City. This historic cemetery is the final resting place for many of Kansas City’s most famous founders. Bruce will also share stories about other recent projects he’s completed about the Kansas City area. RSVP by April 2 to Ashley Thurston (ZΞ), 205-835-8199 or rsvp@kcdg.org.

DELTA GA M M A S. . .SETTING TH E PA C E FO R HO P E, FO R STRENGTH, FO R LIFE

LABELS & BOXTOPS FOR EDUCATION•Delta Gamma collects Labels and Box Tops for Education. Earn cash for your local school for the blind each time you shop for groceries. Please save and send to Jan Roach (AΥ), 4409 W. 82nd Street,

Prairie Village, KS 66208.• UPC codes from Betty Crocker, Campbell’s, Pepperidge Farm,

V8, Prego, General Mills cereal, Ziplock bags, and many more qualify. Visit www.boxtops4education.com to see all participating products.

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BOOKIES

Monday, Sept. 17, 2012 | 2:45 p.m.Betty Strand (BK)8800 Norwood Dr., LeawoodPearl Buck in China: Journey to the Good Earth by Hiliary Spurling. Please call hostess if planning to attend, 913-381-2045.

Monday, Oct. 15, 2012 | 2:45 p.m.Cynthia Larson (BK)12603 Briar Dr., LeawoodReader’s choice—any novel by Pearl Buck. Please call hostess if planning to attend, 913-339-9291.

Monday, Nov. 19, 2012 | 2:45 p.m.Gail Ward (GI) 9809 Aberdeen Dr., LeawoodThe Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein. Please call hostess if planning to attend, 913-648-2386.

Monday, Jan. 21, 2013 | 2:45 p.m.Jo Hayes (I)2900 W 69th. St., Prairie VillageIn the Garden of the Beasts by Erik Larson. Please call hostess if planning to attend, 913-722-5453.

SILVER STREAKERS

Fridays | 11 a.m. BrunchOct. 19 & Dec. 21, 2012Feb. 15, April 19 & June 21, 2013Homestead Country Club$16 at the doorThis celebrated group is for Delta Gammas who have reached the 50 year membership milestone! Enjoy a new menu each month while sharing alumnae group news and sending notes of good cheer to members in need. Contact Dorothy Mulford (BH), 913-341-3710.

SOCIALITESWatch the monthly emails and Facebook page for upcoming Socialites events. Don’t miss the chance to dine, drink and dish with your fellow Delta Gammas! Questions? Contact Chelsea Theno (BK) at ctheno@gmail.com.

TREKKIESWednesday, Sept. 20, 201210:30 a.m. tour & lunch | $20Longview Farm1200 SW Longview Park Dr., Lee’s SummitLongview Farm was the grand country estate of Kansas City lumber baron and philanthropist, R.A. Long. Our tour of this lovely estate includes a documentary film on the Long Family and a delicious lunch. Carpool leaves at 10 a.m. from OfficeMax at 103rd and State Line Rd. R S V P t o J o d i e J o h n s o n (ΓY ) 913-491-0961, or Annette Thomas (ΓΥ), 913-649-5417.

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ALPHAPOINTE UPDATE

On July 11, 2012, eight GKC DGs volunteered to help Alphapointe Adventure Campers fuel up before an exciting day at Camp Lake of the Woods. The group prepared a delicious breakfast, complete with wildly popular french toast sticks. After singing songs and participating in an ice breaker, the students boarded the bus and were on their way.

Adventure Camp is for children ages 9-14 years with vision impairment. The day camp introduces kids to a variety o f t r a d i t i o n a l o u t d o o r c a m p experiences, but focuses on the particular needs of youth with vision impairment. Campers enjoy cookouts, creative arts, canoeing, hiking, swimming, a ropes course, and much more. They have the chance to practice functional, social, and independent living skills all while forming friendships and having fun!

Mark Your Calendar!Dining in the DarkTuesday, Oct. 23, 2012 | 5:30 p.m. Westin Crown Center

Presented by United Healthcare, Dining in the Dark is a truly unique occasion where the meal is served by people who are blind or have a significant visual disability. They will help you navigate in their world as all of us come together to celebrate how disabilities can be overcome when prejudice is replaced by compassion. All proceeds benefit the Low Vision Clinic at Alphapointe here in Kansas City.

For ticket information please contact Jennifer Kraenzle at 816-237-2099 or jkraenzle@alphapointe.org.

DG volunteers at Alphapointe’s Adventure Camp included (L to R): Gail Ward (GI), Helen Taliaferro (BK), Jan Roach (AY), Barb Haden (M), Jennifer Kraenzle, and Susan Durbian (M).

Visit Alphapointe!Don’t miss our fall kick-off meeting at Alphapointe on Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at 6 p.m. Details on page two.

Alphapointe campers and their families enjoy the delicious breakfast buffet.

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The eighth annual TABLES THAT BLOOM luncheon and silent auction was a rousing success with over $11,000 raised to benefit Alphapointe, the Children’s Center for the Visually Impaired, and the Delta Gamma Foundation. Guests dined amid spectacular tablescapes created by talented Kansas City designers and florists and bid on a fantastic array of auction items donated by area vendors.

Elizabeth Alex (AΩ), evening anchor for KSHB 41 Action News, served as the mistress of ceremonies and Jennifer Bertrand shared her inspiring life story as winner of HGTV’s Design Star and mother of a special needs child. Guests enjoyed musical entertainment from the CCVI Kindergarten class and 12-year-old Chloe Deremiah recounted her wonderful experience at Alphapointe’s Adventure Camp.

BOUTIQUES FOR BLOOM, a shopping extravaganza held the evening before at Briarcliff Village, kicked off this philanthropic cause. Participating stores included Amelia's, Design in the City, Eclektica, Finishings for Her, Lauren Alexandra, Salutations by Mairead Design, Shana Vaughn, Smart Feet and Sunflower Dermatology. Trezo Mare hosted desserts, coffee, and a fashion show where each of the boutiques highlighted their latest spring fashions modeled by Beta Kappa collegians. Sales and raffle proceeds directly benefited Alphapointe, CCVI, and the Delta Gamma Foundation.

Kudos to Brynn Chapman (AY) and Jennifer Westlake (AY) for co-chairing this wonderful fundraiser for the past two years! Success would not have been possible without their hard work and that of over 50 Delta Gamma volunteers. Thank you!

Save The DateTABLES THAT BLOOMThursday, May 2, 2013 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.Indian Hills Country Club6847 Tomahawk RoadMission Hills, KS 66208Themed Inspiring Growth, planning for the ninth annual

TABLES THAT BLOOM is well underway. Famed author, Mary Bichelmeyer Lucas, will give a keynote address amid dazzling table displays that are sure to inspire your creativity!

Numerous volunteer opportunities are available throughout the year. Please contact the 2013 Steering Committee if you are interested in giving your time to this worthwhile cause. Inquiries can be sent to TablesThatBloom@kcdg.org or 913-735-0TTB (0882).

TA B L E S T H AT B L O O M

Table design by Steve Nuss, Ltd., Interior Design & Antiques

(L to R) Carol Haenisch (M), Jennifer Bertrand, Elizabeth Alex (AΩ), Susan Durbian (M)

and Jennifer Westlake (AY)

Table display by Chic Designs by Dava Holden.

Help Wanted!We are in the process of “re-designing” Tables That Bloom for 2014 and would love your help. If you are interested in joining the “re-design” team, please contact Lori O’Neal (AΩ) at llcleo@aol.com or 913-685-9720. We would appreciate your input even if you are unable to serve on the committee. Please send your suggestions, comments, and/or ideas to Lori via email. We can’t wait to have you on our team!

We need you! Ways you can help...• Attend the event• Invite a friend• Sponsor a table• Donate an auction item• Help contact designers and provide follow-up• Secure items for the silent auction• Coordinate corporate sponsorship and underwriting• Coordinate beneficiary involvement• Help coordinate patron level planning• Help with public relations and media sponsorship• Assist designers on the day of the event• Assist with event setup, guest registration, and cleanup• Organize the auction check-out• Write thank you notes

Silent Auction Item Ideas• Gift certificates to restaurants, entertainment venues, spas,

salons, and unique shops• College and professional sports paraphernalia• Home or kitchen accessories, food items and baskets • Women’s clothing, accessories, handbags, jewelry• Baby items (blankets, clothes, nursery decor)• Candles, books, frames• Delta Gamma and anchor themed items

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Kansas City Delta Gammas celebrated Founders Day 2012 by Remembering Our Personal Journey. Alumnae shared photos, scrapbooks, and special mementos from their own DG experiences. We were honored to have two Council members in attendance: Dell Shay Kingan (AΩ), current Vice President: Finance, and Debbie Seebold Evans (M), former Vice President: Finance.

The always-engaging Elizabeth Alex (AΩ), evening anchor for local KSHB 41 Action News, was the keynote speaker.

Alumnae enjoyed a delicious brunch at the Ritz Charles, collegiate chapter updates from Beta Kappa and Mu, new officer installation, and the presentation of awards. Watch your inbox and the next newsletter for information on Founders Day 2013.2012 AWARD RECIPIENTSLOYALTY AWARDBarbara Merrick Larison (AK 1957)

PANHELLENIC WOMAN OF THE YEARGail Loomis Ward (GI 1954)

CABLE AWARDDonna Sproul Hulett (M 1971)Kristin Forney Wing (T 1981)STELLAR AWARDBrynn Chapman (AY 2002)Jennifer Westlake (AY 1996)

SPIRIT AWARDCaryll Petre Schultz (M 1981)

GOLD MEDAL AWARDKelly Pollard Henderson (K 1996)Ashley Quibodeaux Thurston (ZΞ 1997)

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Founders Day is a family affair for the Hulett women. (L to R) Jordan Hulett-Lichtenberg (M),

Donna Hulett (M) and Laura Hulett (M).

Active GKC DGs span the decades. (L to R) Marilyn Rue (M), Terri Duncan (AΠ), Kory Owen (AI)

and Nora Palitz (AE).

(L to R) Founders Day 2012 co-chairs, Jessica Mullen (K) and Kristin Wing (T), organized an

inspiring and enjoyable event.

(L to R) Susan Durbian (M) and Ashley Thurston (ZΞ).

Award winners (L to R) Barbara Larison (AK), Gail Ward (GI) and 70-year member Dorothy Mulford (BH).

(L to R) Denise Wood (M), Debbie Link (M) and Patty Ramsour (GT).

THE DELTA GAMMA FOUNDATION LECTURESHIP IN VALUES & ETHICS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURIWednesday, Sept. 12, 2012 | 7:30 p.m.Jesse Auditorium, Jesse Hall University of Missouri

Frank Abagnale successfully posed as an airline pilot, an attorney, a college professor and a pediatrician, in addition to cashing $2.5 million in fraudulent checks. After serving time, Abagnale—one of the world's most respected authorities on forgery, embezzlement and secure documents—now assists the federal government. His rare blend of knowledge and expertise is depicted in his best-selling book, Steven Spielberg's Oscar-nominated film and recent Tony-Award winning musical, Catch Me If You Can. We invite you to attend this special presentation as Frank Abagnale recounts his exploits and redemption. For more information, contact Lucinda Rice-Petrie (M) at 816-916-0927 or lrpmudg@aol.com.

TRAVEL TO THE LECTURESHIP WITH THE KC DGS!Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2012Depart Kansas City at 4 p.m. (location TBA)Return approximately 11 p.m.$48 per person

Please join the KC DG alumnae as we travel to Columbia for this wonderful event. We had so much fun last year that we’re planning the road trip again! Your reservation includes a catered box dinner served on a chartered mini-coach, a tour of the Mu Chapter house before the lecture, and VIP seating to hear the fascinating Frank Abagnale. Don’t miss out!

Make your reservations early! Maximum number is 29, with a minimum of 24. If minimum is not met, the charter will be canceled and checks returned.

RSVP by Sept. 1 to Lailan Bressler (AY), 913-491-8423 or lbressler@kc.rr.com. Mail checks, payable to Delta Gamma, to Lailan at 12320 Rosewood, Overland Park, Kansas, 66209.

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BULLETIN BOARD

NEWS FROM BETA KAPPA–KANSASBeta Kappa had a great spring semester, earning campus-wide

recognition from beginning to end. After ten months of tireless work with our SigEp partners to write, produce and perform an original musical production for KU's "Rock Chalk Revue" our show won: Best Choreography, Best Production Number, Best Use of Theme & Script, Best Female Lead...AND "Best Overall Show!" Rock Chalk Revue is one of the largest student-run philanthropies in the nation, raising more than $1 million for the United Way since 1983. Thank you DG alumnae for the full page "Good Luck" ad in our student newspaper on opening day!

We closed the year being honored at KU’s 23rd Annual Greek Awards in multiple categories of "excellence," including leadership, campus engagement, community service and risk management. Beta Kappa was also thrilled to win the highest overall award—"KU Panhellenic Chapter of the Year"! Advisory Team Chairman, LeeAnn Van Dyne (ZH), also won the Outstanding Alumna Service Award!

We enter the new school year with great momentum and look forward to Beta Kappa's Homecoming Celebration Weekend (Oct. 26 & 27, 2012) in honor of KU’s 100th Homecoming. We invite our

alumnae to "come home" t o B e t a K a p p a t h a t weekend (details on page 8). We hope to fill our c h a p t e r h o u s e w i t h generations of alumnae and their families! (Left: DGs and SigEps perform a musical number in Rock Chalk Revue).

NEWS FROM MU–MISSOURIThe women of Mu Chapter received special recognition at Delta

Gamma’s Convention in June! First, we received the Mu Chapter Lamps of Knowledge plaque. Mu collegians and alumnae raised $70,000 to provide, in perpetuity, a dangle charm to every collegian in the country for her first 4.0 GPA. We are one of only two Delta Gamma chapters who have funded such a program. The plaque will have a special place in the chapter’s Heritage Room.

The second honor acknowledged Mu Chapter’s participation in the TOMS Great Fight For Sight. For every pair of sunglasses a DG sold, a person in need receives sight-saving surgery, glasses, or medication. Mu was second among all the DG chapters that participated in the competition!

This spring we teamed with Sigma Nu and Iota Phi Theta for the first “Best of Both Worlds BBQ”. We participated in Phi Delt’s Phunky Disco and Alpha Delta Pi’s Kickin’ It kickball tournament. We had Pinafore, Formal, Mom’s Weekend, and a great sisterhood retreat. VIP dinners were held for the Panhellenic Board and the presidents of all 14 chapters. Even with our busy philanthropic and social schedule, our 241 members achieved a 3.297 GPA, which is above the all-sorority, all-women’s and all-campus GPAs.

We’re proud of our women and thankful to our alumnae for their constant support! Be sure to visit Mu over Homecoming weekend (details on page 8)!(Left: Foundation Board of Trustee Secretary, Susie Gromer Lamy ( M ) , p r e s e n t s M u C h a p t e r president Taylor Deppe with the Lamps of Knowledge plaque.)

BABIES

• Mark & Nissa Isselhard Fendler (M 1992) welcomed Andrew “Drew” Edward on 1/10/2012.

• Eric & Lindsay Miller Pfautsch (BK 2001) welcomed Hailey Rose on 2/26/2012.

• Matt & Melissa Fisher Clark (BK 1998) welcomed Catherine “Cate” Elizabeth on 4/13/2012.

• David & Angie Suthoff Wallace (M 1998) welcomed Ella Marie on 4/24/2012.

• Jim & Emily Lee Dore (BK 1997) welcomed Sophia Lee on 4/25/2012.

• Darick & Sarah Bonebrake Jurgens (GY 2000) welcomed Cooper Ashton on 6/9/2012.

• Laurence & Alissa Schell Oleksa (M 1997) welcomed Anderson “Anders” John on 6/16/2012.

• John & Christie Bartimus Cottle (M 1996) welcomed Brynn Ellen on 7/18/2012.

• Dave & Shelley Clark Pollak (BK 1992) welcomed Tessa Grace on 8/1/2012.

• Dennis & Jenn Johnson Dolan (BK 1998) welcomed Jack Keating on 8/4/2012.

DID YOU KNOW...?• Stacy Spiegelglass Cohen (BK 1986)

and her team made the KC Business Journal’s Top 25 real estate agents list again this year.

• Dorothy Dilley Mulford (BH 1942) and Emily Ballentine (AP 1955) were pictured in the March ANCHORA.

• Rachel Sexton (AY 1994) was named to Ingram’s 2012 40 under Forty class, which honors individuals who make significant contributions to their professions and community.

• Sonja Likens Jury (BK 1985) has joined Henderson Engineers, Inc. as a Director of Business Development and is President-Elect of the AIA.

In Memoriam• Deceased 11/1/2011: Kathryn Kerwin

Schembri (M 1970)

• Deceased 4/3/2012: Dorothy Cross (M 1953)

• Deceased 5/4/2012: Jean White Newcom (AΛ 1948)

• Deceased 6/10/2012: Marilyn D. Alter Anderson (BN 1951)

• Deceased 7/2/2012: Donna Claire Jackson Sanders (BK 1943)

SISTERS IN OUR THOUGHTS

• Deceased 3/17/2012: Alvin Steenhof, father of Kyle Steenhof Weinstock (AΠ 1974).

• Deceased 5/12/2012 (Aurora, CO): Stephanie Wesemann Thompson, daughter of William and Marlene Reeble Wesemann (M 1954).

• Deceased 5/9/2012: Dick Cray, husband of Mary Finholm Cray (BK 1973).

• Deceased 7/15/2012: Greg Halstead, husband of Kathy Horn Halstead (Σ 1959).

WEDDINGS

• Lisa Bowles (M 1997) wed Barrett Martens on 4/28/2012.

• Melissa Crossley (M 2000) wed Blake Green on 5/12/2012.

• Kory Behring (AI 2006) wed Nathaniel Owen on 7/9/2012.

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President Susan Durbian (M) 913-707-0616 sdurbian@gmail.comPresident Elect Lori O’Neal (AΩ) 913-685-9720 llcleo@aol.comVP: Programming Carol Brehmer (AΛ) 913-685-9110 cjbrehmer@kc.rr.com

Lailan Bressler (AY) 913-491-8423 Lbressler@kc.rr.comLucinda Rice-Petrie (M) 816-363-0972 Lrpmudg@aol.comLara Zitterkopf (AΛ) 913-269-5272 lara.zitterkopf@gmail.com

VP: Membership Diane Kraynak (ΓZ) 816-216-7261 kraydd5634@yahoo.comAshley Thurston (ZΞ) 205-835-8199 sweetlildg@aol.com

VP: Foundation Barb Boersma (AT) 913-735-0882 tablesthatbloom@kcdg.orgChristi Bulit (K) 913-735-0882 tablesthatbloom@kcdg.orgNora Palitz (AE) 913-735-0882 tablesthatbloom@kcdg.orgAshley Thurston (ZΞ) 913-735-0882 tablesthatbloom@kcdg.orgJennifer Westlake (AY) 913-735-0882 tablesthatbloom@kcdg.org

VP: Finance Caryll Schultz (M) 913-685-0431 csch564799@aol.comVP: Finance (Foundation) Jan Wissman (M) 913-642-9573 jaww905@aol.comVP: Communications Jan Roach (AY) 913-649-1981 Lamonter@swbell.netSecretary (Recording) Mary Elliott (ΔΩ) 816-822-7681 mjelliott82@aol.comSecretary (Corresponding) Barb Haden (M) 816-444-4829 jrhaden@kc.rr.comPanhellenic Rep. Annette Thomas (ΓΥ) 913-649-5417 arthistorythomas@kc.rr.comPanhellenic Alt. Jodie Johnson (ΓΥ) 913-491-0961 jjohnson102402@everestkc.netCity Sponsorship – KS Wendy Robinson (K) 913-897-5135 shusker09@gmail.comCity Sponsorship – MO Leah Bromley (M) 816-795-9408 leahbromley@att.netANCHORA Correspondent Jennifer Burrus (ΓΙ) 913-648-2584 jparker444@yahoo.comCCVI Representative Mary Ann Wilson (M) 913-268-6284 ripleylake@aol.comFriends of CCVI Liaison Beth Haden (M) 816-444-4829 beth.haden@gmail.comSight Conservation Chair Kathy Shapiro (BK) 913-897-7999 kathyshapiro@aol.comEx-Officio/Nom Chairman Kathy Dusenbery (K) 11–13 816-587-5948 kad@kc.rr.comNominating Committee Paula Como (M) 11–13 913-897-0883 paulacomo@kc.rr.com

Carol Haenisch (M) 11–13 913-341-8407 chaenisch@kc.rr.comMarilyn Rue (M) 11–13 816-358-9731 msrue2008@comcast.netJean Snider (M) 12–14 816-380-6054 sniiiider@embarqmail.com

STANDING COMMITTEE CHAIRSFounders Day Jessica Mullen (K) 913-449-7171 jlweldon78@yahoo.com

Kristin Wing (T) 913-906-0644 kwing@kc.rr.comParliamentarian Barbara Larison (AK) 913-649-6957 bmlarison@everestkc.netAwards (Local) Gretchen Wildrick (BZ) 816-756-5756 wildkc@sbcglobal.netAwards (National) Jan Roach (AY) 913-649-1981 Lamonter@swbell.netHistorian Martha Fithian (AI) 913-642-4858 wfithian@kc.rr.comNewsletter Editor Kelly Henderson (K) 913-387-4135 henderson.kelly@gmail.comCollumnae – Mu Connie Hopkins (M) 816-322-3082 dollscon@aol.comCollumnae – Beta Kappa Barbara Brown (BK) 913-829-5999 brownchat5@aol.comWebmaster Robyn Haas (BK) 913-897-9098 robynhaas@hotmail.com

Shea Sylvia (ΔH) 913-553-8350 shea.sylvia@gmail.comE-Ops Coordinator Debbie Link (M) 816-769-5002 debbiebertramlink@gmail.comINTEREST GROUPSBookies (book discussions - day) Barbara Larison (AK) 913-649-6957 bmlarison@everestkc.netSilver Streakers (50+ yr. DGs) Dorothy Mulford (BH) 913-341-3710 dlmulford@sbcglobal.netSocialites (social events) Chelsea Theno (BK) 913-481-2534 ctheno@gmail.comTrekkies (day trips) Gail Ward (ΓΙ) 913-648-2386 gailandjerryward@gmail.com

Barbara Altergott (M) 816-943-0396 baltergott@sbcglobal.net

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2012-2013 DU E S IN F O R M AT I O NAs a Delta Gamma Alumna you are asked to pay two types of dues annually, Per Capita and Local. Per Capita dues are collected by Executive Office (EO) and support Fraternity-wide initiatives. Local dues stay in Kansas City and support our chapter activities. With your local dues we are able to:

• Offer interesting and exciting programs at our monthly alumnae meetings.• Make contributions to the University of Missouri (Mu) and University of Kansas (Beta Kappa) collegiate chapters for things like

Anchor Splash and finals treats.• Provide charitable donations to the Children’s Center for the Visually Impaired and Alphapointe to support their efforts to improve

the lives of visually impaired children and adults in Kansas City.• Create an annual member directory, newsletters, and a website so that members can stay in touch and be informed. (The member

directory is handed out at membership meetings or can be mailed to you for $3.)

PAY YOUR DUES TODAYHelp Delta Gamma grow and prosper by paying both your Local and Per Capita dues. Our new year began on July 1, 2012.

• Local Dues: to pay your $20.00* regular dues or to contribute at the Bronze, Pink or Blue level: Visit www.kcdg.org to pay via PayPal or mail the enclosed dues card with your check, payable to Delta Gamma, in the return envelope also included to Caryll Schultz (M), vp: finance, 13209 Delmar St., Leawood, Kansas, 66209.

• Per Capita Dues: to pay your $25.00 Per Capita dues go online to www.deltagamma.org or contact Executive Offices at 614-481-8169 or 3250 Riverside Drive, P.O. Box 21397, Columbus, Ohio, 43221, for payment instructions.

* If you are a recent graduate and a first-year member of the Kansas City Alumnae Chapter your local dues are FREE!

THANK YOU!Sincere thanks to all of the Greater KC DGs who paid local dues last year. We appreciate your continued loyalty to our chapter. With your financial support we continue to “Do Good” for Delta Gamma and our community! Visit www.kcdg.org for a complete listing of 2011-2012 dues-paying members.Thank you to those who have already paid their local dues for this year. Note: “PD” above your name/address on the mailing label indicates you have done so.

Questions? Contact Caryll Schultz (M), vp: finance at 913-685-0431 or email treasurer@kcdg.org.

“COME HOME” TO BETA KAPPAto celebrate

KU’s 100th HOMECOMINGOctober 26 & 27, 2012

A weekend of festivities at Beta Kappa:• Friday 4-6 p.m. | Pre-Parade Kickoff & Appetizers (Homecoming Parade starts at 6 p.m.)• Saturday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Brunch & House Tours• Post game tailgate/BBQ!

Families are Welcome!Watch your mail for invitations & RSVP information.

In the Meantime...SAVE THE DATE!

HEY LOOK US OVER!

Mizzou’s 102nd HomecomingOctober 26 & 27, 2012

Look back to remember...look forward to the future of Mu Chapter!

Greek Town House Decorations Friday, October 26 | 6-10 p.m.

Chapter Open House, Donuts & CiderSaturday, October 27

The house will be open to alumnae and families for two hours following the morning parade.