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cartoon character, which would you be and why?

This Semester, the ladies of Kappa Delta with Mean Girls for our Spring 2013 rush Chi decided to turn to the plastics and go theme. To start things off, we held a selfdefense workshop with the gentlemen of Lambda Theta Phi. It was a fun

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Lilli Melero Sophomore Beta Class

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opportunity for everyone to gain a couple pointers ourselves from any danger. on how to properly defend

importance of Greek unity by joining the gentlemen men of Lambda Theta Phi, once again, as they hosted their annual Greek based fraternities and sororities on

That same week, we emphasized the

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Traditions event. Many of the Latinocampus, including our own Kappa Delta Chi penguins, provided the audience with their

experience, which gave everyone a chance to side. To

show their athletic, as well as their competitive

Angelica Garcia

own style of strolling or stepping. It was interesting to see what each organization came up with, but the most important everyone.

informational, which gave our interests an opportunity to get to know more about Kappa nutshell, our Rush events turned out to be so fetch! -Lupe Delta Chi and the organization as a whole. In a

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Alpha Class
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To end that week off, we decided to show

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our Mathlete skills by hosting study hours. social events, such as those mentioned importance of academics.

Although we do enjoy participating in fun above, we also try to emphasize the

Rush continued on with our Rainbows and

Smiles bake sale/fundraiser. This gave us a chance to show our creativity by decorating our delicious chocolate, vanilla, and Funfetti cupcakes. Our very own Betty make homemade frosting, which proved

Laura Pinzon Junior Beta Class

The toucan guy from Fruit Loops because he seems so happy and hes a bird which is the closest thing to a penguin.

Crocker, Xochitl Carmona, was able to to attract customers the most during
the sale. They also seemed to really like our Mean Girls themed cupcakes, which had quotes from the movie, the Burn Book logo, and other bake sale. memorable phrases. Overall, it was a successful

Later that week, we decided to get active and go play a friendly game of volleyball with the knights of Omega Delta Phi. This was a fun

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Being treasurer is not an easy job, but Michelle Uriostigue sure stays on top of her game to ensure we have enough funds for projects and fundraisers. Our sisters acknowledged her hard work and dedication by awarding her Januarys Sister of the Month title. Our celebration for her took place at Red Lobster on a Friday night. Finding a table for fourteen girls on a busy Friday night is not easy, but the hour-long wait time was worth it. Michelle spent the entire evening with a smile on her face. Our sisterhood is not a destination but a journey that we decide to take on. My experience as a charter sister has helped me learn more about my sisters and myself. Being sister of the month helped me realize that good deeds never go unseen. Gossip, jokes and small-talk before a great meal are always a great way to end the night. I cant imagine myself anywhere but here, shared our sister.

What is some advice you would give future KDChi sisters?

Nadia

Chumbipuma

Sophomore

Alpha Class
I would tell them to take advantage of the time they have to bond with their future sisters. Take their time to get to know one another because they will be the sisters who will help them through the process, as well as in the future.

Being chosen as the sister of the month for February was such an honor for Vanessa Florian. Her hard work and dedication had been acknowledged and she stated feeling so grateful to have such wonderful, loving sisters! We all know that KDChi would be nothing without service. Vanessa strongly believes this; she is the most dedicated when it comes to finding volunteer opportunities for the sorority, which makes her fit her position as service chair so perfectly. Being service chair is a very time consuming task, but this does not stop Vanessa from getting the job done. As a show of our appreciation for her, our Sister of the Month dinner is scheduled soon to take place at Hooters. We cant wait to satisfy that craving for wings with you, Vanessa! Keep up the good work!

Paola

Bribiesca

Senior

Charter Class
So many doors will open up for you when you join KDChi. From getting the hook up with a waitressing at a restaurant during college to getting recommended for an internship; this sisterhood is all about networking.

The Ladies of Kappa Delta Chi took their role as penguins seriously this winter. It started off when our advisor, Ross Wantland invited us to join him on the Quad for the C-U at Home One Winter Night event to help raise awareness for the homeless. At first, we did not know how sleeping on the Quad on a cold winter night would help raise awareness for the homeless; however, we wanted to go out and support our amazing advisor. That night we traveled in our penguin pack to the Quad and began building our shelter out of card board boxes. We were given a brown paper-bag filled with a PB&J sandwich, crackers, and other snacks. Coffee was also available, just like C-U at Home distributes to the homeless. As we spent hours adjusting, repositioning and cuddling for body warmth for hours, we realized how difficult and unfortunate it is to have to spend every night in this situation. We could not wait to go back to our heated apartments, warm beds filled with blankets, and refrigerators full of food. Not everyone is able to have these basic necessities. By participating in this event we were able to gain a new perspective about homelessness. No matter how frozen our fingers and toes felt, this was a worthwhile experience and we encourage others to participate in it next year because this one night will have a great impact on your life. As penguins dedicated to service, we were inspired to create a service project to help aid the homeless and encourage others to do so as well. -Xochitl Carmona

Jennifer

Martinez

Junior

Alpha Class
Really value the time as actives and take advantage of the sisterhood. You never know when youll need your sisters. They are a great support system, especially when you need that extra motivation.