The Olympian Sam Houston State University s Official Greek Newsletter A Glimpse of the 2013-2014 School Year 37,188 hours of community service $137,747 raised towards philanthropic organizations Addition of 4 new chapters: Alpha Omicron Pi, Kappa Alpha Order, Lambda Theta Phi, and Omega Phi Chi Hired an additional staff member to serve as the Greek Life Coordinator Greeks continue reign at university s Sammy Awards Not only was recognition brought to the Greek community at the Pantheon this semester, but Greek students took home several awards at the Sammy s. Two organizations, Alpha Chi Omega and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., took home the title of Outstanding Social Sorority and Fraternity, respectively. Several of SHSU Greek students also earned the honor of individual leadership awards. Ramiro Jaime, Phi Delt, was named Outstanding Non- Traditional Student Leader, and the Excellence in Service: College of Fine Arts & Mass Communication award was given to Manuel Martinez, FIJI. Two of the highest honors given out at the Sammy s were earned by Meagan Morrison, Alpha Delta Pi, who was awarded the McDermett Memorial Award and Sarah Hammonds, Alpha Delta Pi, given The Student Sammy Award. Several organizations taking home other awards at the banquet have Greek organizations represented in their membership. What s Inside This Issue? Greek Awards....2 The Pantheon...2 Sneak Peek at Greek..3 3-4 Panhellenic.3 NPHC.3 MGC...4 IFC...4 S.A.F. E....4 Greek Spotlight.5 Important Dates....5 The Olympian is the official publication of SHSU Greek Life. Visit us online at www.shsu.edu/greeklife
Award Winners Advisor Choice Award: Outstanding Lifetime Achievement: - Shannon Lowry, ZTA Madelyn Clarke, Alpha Delta Pi MGC Dakotah Epple, ΣΛΓ Katie Lorton, Sigma Kappa Omega NPHC Justin Sparrow, AΦA Cory Johnson, Sigma Chi IFC- Hunter McKee ΔTΔ Outstanding Chapter Advisor: Highest GPA: Eric Hill, Phi Beta Sigma -Alpha Delta Pi Most Talented: NPHC- Delta Sigma Theta Nicholas Szoeke, FIJI MGC Lambda Theta Alpha Leticia Castillo, Alpha Delta Pi IFC FIJI Outstanding New Member: Most Community Service Hours: Christa-Maria Lumsden Alpha Chi Omega Most Involved Chapter: Wayne Kincheon, Phi Beta Sigma Most Philanthropic Chapter: Meagan Morrison, Alpha Delta Pi Outstanding Chapter President: Most Improved Chapter: Jessica Gomez ΣKΩ Sigma Lambda Beta Alejandro Perales, 5 Star Chapters: Lambda Theta Alpha Emilie Harris Alpha Delta Pi Cameron Robinson, Alpha Chi Omega Sigma Kappa Omega Scotty Seiber, Delta Tau Delta 4 Star Chapters: Olivia Keys, Most Intelligent: Delta Tau Delta Katelyn Burrell, Alpha Omicron Pi Sigma Sigma Sigma Aria Shirani, Phi Delta Theta Delta Xi Nu Sigma Lambda Gamma This year at The Pantheon, Order of Omega put on a successful event hosting over 800 students, faculty, alumni, and staff. The Dean of Student s staff came together to recognize the achievements and contributions of Greek individuals and their respective chapters. Order of Omega recognized 22 student leaders and approximately 25 Greek chapters for their hard work and dedication to the Greek community at SHSU throughout the year. For the first time in Pantheon history, four chapters from two different Greek councils earned the 5-Star award. This award is given to the highest achieving chapters in five different categories: scholarship, service, new member, organization involvement/ leadership development, and member development. The graduating members of Order of Omega were given graduation cords and were recognized for their work in the organization and the impact they have had on the Greek community. Greek life also took this time to recognize the addition of a new Greek Life Coordinator. Alli Miller, a New Orleans native and graduate of Southeastern Louisiana University and the University of Southern Mississippi will serve in this position, relieving Dean Bias from her role of Panhellenic Advisor. We have deep gratitude and appreciation for all of the work that Dean Bias has given to the Greek community over the past years.
WHEN: WHERE: TIME: Meet the Greeks before the semester begins at the following events! AUG 25 2014 LSC Bearkat Plaza 5:30 TO 7:30 The 5th Annual Sneak Peek @ Greek will consist of free food, music, and a chance to meet SHSU s Greek community. Don t miss this chance to mingle with the university s top student leaders! Passport to Sam Get the opportunity to meet some of SHSU s Greek community and learn about individual organizations and councils at this event during orientations if you are an incoming student. Panhellenic The five sororities at SHSU, Alpha Omicron Pi, Alpha Chi Omega,, Sigma Sigma Sigma, and Alpha Delta Pi, are getting ready for Fall 2014 Sorority. Sorority recruitment is a five day process that will be held from August 26th August 31st to give prospective sorority members the chance to learn more about the principles, standards, traditions, and programming of each individual sorority. Find you home away from home in one of our chapters at SHSU! For more information about Panhellenic recruitment, please visit http://www.shsu.edu/ ~org_npc/home.html. NPHC s Greek Assembly National Pan-Hellenic Council at SHSU will be sponsoring their informational session, the NPHC Greek Assembly in the LSC Ballroom at 5pm on Monday September 8, 2014. Each NPHC member organization will give a brief overview of the history, programs, and membership requirements for their organization as well as provide a better understanding of the NPHC Greek experience. Information is also presented on current university policies regarding hazing. After the program is over, there will be a designated location in the back of ballroom for refreshments and the chance to meet and interact with members of each of the NPHC organizations. Attendance at the NPHC Greek Assembly is required for all students interested in being considered for membership in a NPHC fraternity or sorority. If you have you questions about how to join any of these organizations, this is definitely a program you don t want to miss. Please be on time and dress in business attire as this program is a professional event.
IFC IFC will take place September 15th-20th. is open to any male student attending SHSU that is in good standing with the university. All returning SHSU students as well as transfer students must have a 2.45 or higher cumulative grade point average. There is a $20 registration fee, but students will be refunded $5 if they attend all of the week s activities. To get more detailed information on IFC and to register we encourage you to visit our website samgreeks.com. MGC Showcase MGC Showcase will be held on September 10, 2014 in the LSC Ballroom and it provides those students who are interested in learning more about the different aspects of the Multicultural Greek life an opportunity to meet the members from the organizations and learn specific information about each of the nine chapters that make up the Multicultural Greek Council. It is composed of the chapters Delta Xi Nu, Kappa Delta Chi, Lambda Theta Alpha, Lambda Theta Phi, Omega Phi Chi, Omega Delta Phi, Sigma Lambda Beta, Sigma Lambda Gamma, and Sigma Kappa Omega. SHSU Greek Life s 3rd Annual will take place September 2nd September 4th, the Greek Life office will collaborate with the university s Alcohol and Drug Abuse Initiative in sponsoring the risk management week which will address by-stander invention, underage drinking, safe driving practices, general campus safety practices, and education of resources the campus and university police department provide for students. The week will feature guest speakers from the University Police Department, the university s Health Center, the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Initiative, and the Dean of Students Office. Proactive education on risk management issues that all college students face throughout the country is a priority the Greek Life staff will continue to implement and carry out to make sure the Greek community at Sam Houston State University is very knowledgeable of the dangers exists on and off campus. is a staple of the Greek community that has help with reductions of risk management violations with SHSU Greek Life. The Olympian is the official publication of SHSU Greek Life. Visit us online at www.shsu.edu/greeklife
Greek Student and Advisor Spotlight Luis Castillo was born and raised in Laredo, Texas. He is a junior majoring in Criminal Justice at Sam Houston State University with plans to pursue a federal career or work in the Gang Division in Houston, Texas. Luis became a member of Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity Inc. in Fall of 2012 at Texas A&M International University and later transferred to the best university in Texas for Criminal Justice, SHSU, where he is a proud Bearkat. Since enrolling at SHSU he is dedicated to helping his organization become one of the best on campus. He currently serves as the President of his chapter and as the Vice President for Multicultural Greek Council (MGC). In his spare time, he visits home in Laredo to spend as much time as possible with his family. He can also be seen donating volunteer time at a physician private practice. August 24 31 September 1 Important Dates: August/ September 2014 25 26 27 28 29 30 Sneak Peek @ Greek 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 NPHC Greek MGC Assembly Showcase 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 IFC IFC IFC IFC IFC IFC Gloria Goodwin Buchanan is Chapter Advisor and on-campus advisor for the Delta Kappa Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega. She has previously served as Co-Chapter Advisor and Membership Programming Advisor for the sorority. Gloria is currently the Assistant to the Dean for Budget and Adjunct Faculty in the College of Business Administration. In addition, Gloria is a proud AXO Alumna from Sam Houston State University. During her time as a member of Alpha Chi Omega, Gloria has served as VP Finance, Warden, Secretary, and Assistant Treasurer. She graduated from SHSU with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting in 1990 and Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance in 2006. This past year, Gloria created the Carol Shaw AXO Scholarship where one Delta Kappa member will be awarded the scholarship each year. In fall 2014, two AXO members will be receiving the academic scholarship. In addition to serving as an advisor and working at SHSU, Gloria is a member of the Annual Fund Committee, Sammy Awards Committee and lifetime member of Sam Houston State University Alumni Association. Gloria is married to Steve Buchanan and has three children: Jessica-first year medical student at UT Houston, James-junior at Texas A&M University, and Garrett-soon to be first grader. In her free time, Gloria enjoys spending time with her family, attending SHSU athletic/alumni events, and promoting Domestic Violence Awareness. TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM BOARD OF REGENTS Donna N. Williams: Chairman, Arlington Ron Mitchell: Vice Chair man, Horseshoe Bay Charlie Amato: San Antonio Kevin Lilly: Houston David Montagne: Beaumont Vernon Reaser III: Bellaire Rossanna Salazar: Austin William F. Scott: Nederland Anna Sandoval: Student Regent, Alpine Brian McCall: Chancellor, Austin