Kappa Alpha Chapter History
Build a Bear - Spring 2012
Sigma Alpha Iota - Kappa Alpha chapter began its inception on October 23rd, 1998 as an organization know as “The Women of Wilson,” named after Rowan University’s music building. A petition requesting membership to Sigma Alpha Iota was assembled and mailed out on March 15th, 1999, and was followed by a visit by Sigma Alpha Iota alumna Alice Berman on March 30th, 1999.
The chapter’s pledge ceremony was held on April 11, 1999, and began the four week pledge period. Member Mary Buishong devoted her time to training the Women of Wilson for their National Exam, which was administered on May 9th, 1999.
Kappa Alpha chapter was installed on June 1st, 1999. It consisted of fourteen collegiate members and one National Arts Associate, Sean Heim, who was also the first chapter adviser.
Today, Kappa Alpha has nineteen active members. The chapter continues to develop a tradition of music, service, and academia in Wilson Hall.
The chapter’s pledge ceremony was held on April 11, 1999, and began the four week pledge period. Member Mary Buishong devoted her time to training the Women of Wilson for their National Exam, which was administered on May 9th, 1999.
Kappa Alpha chapter was installed on June 1st, 1999. It consisted of fourteen collegiate members and one National Arts Associate, Sean Heim, who was also the first chapter adviser.
Today, Kappa Alpha has nineteen active members. The chapter continues to develop a tradition of music, service, and academia in Wilson Hall.
Kappa Alpha Chapter Pledge Classes
Fall 2016
Lisa Hakisheimer |
Spring 2017
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Fall 2014
Valerie Hamburg Rachel Fausey |
Spring 2015
Courtney Daniels Aimee Ferenz Pamela Czekay Jasmine Gonzalez |
Fall 2015
Anisa Adkins (affiliate) |
Spring 2016
Lia Boncoeur Veronica Chepigan Mariah Cottrell Kayleigh Whitmore |
Fall 2012Charlotte Gavin
Sara Parker |
Spring 2013
Kristina Bacich
Rebecca Crowther Jelisa Ransom |
FALL 2013
Sarah Magno Carolyn Tillstrom |
Spring 2014Kylie Weaver
Julia Clarke Sierra Keyes Tara Koehler Jasmine Leary Darrah Maffettone Melanie Ring Alexis Rodriguez |
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Spring 2010
Elizabeth Castro
Ashley Garcia Becky Clement Colleen Curren |
Fall 2009
Elyssa Greenberg
Jessica Lourie Mary Rasor |
Spring 2009
Kristin Brannan
Courtney Coats Alexa Kowalski Kathleen Hickey Megan Cooney |
Fall 2008
Angelina Coppola
Michelle Fabrizi Tiffany Ramirez |
Spring 2008
Dr. John Pastin -
National Arts Associate Dr. Rick Dammers - Friend of the Arts Molly Arney Shannon Crumlish Jennifer Kane Virginia Krips Lyndsay McIver Siiyara Nelson Kimberly Oberg Elizabeth Sleight Colleen Verespy |
Fall 2007
Katie Litka
Deanna Palermo Elizabeth Maxfield - Transfer from Eta Mu, initiated Spring 2006 |
Spring 2007
Alyssia Auerbach
Sarah Dunleavy Jessica Lourie Samantha McLeod |
Fall 2006
Carla DeStefano
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Spring 2006
Christina Bihler
Amanda Coburger Sara Cortelyou Kathleen Deffley Rachel Klott Jenna Paulus Lindsay Shaffer Maddy Spiehs Amanda Vincentini |
Fall 2005
Melissa Lexa
Danielle Matson Emily Rawlins |
Spring 2005
Angela Capobianco
Megan Heber Jessica Henderson Candace Henney Gabby Muller Jessica Pettrocco |
Fall 2004
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Spring 2004
Christina Dota
Katie Lyons Steph McGair Jessica Sanford Katie Stevens |
Fall 2003
Theresa Yurkevicz
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Spring 2003
Amy Artese
Cassie De Losso Kim Popollilo Maeve Royce |
Fall 2002
Karen Baker
Erin Semus Christina Capuano - Transfer |
Spring 2002
Lauren Doyle
Valerie Phillips Stephanie Rice |
Fall 2001
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Spring 2001
Safia Husain
Debra Knisely Sadye Mongo Amanda Smith |
Fall 2000
Alison Abbadessa
Amanda Heckman Pam Levecchia Karen Manchester Robin Brown Kristi Bowe Lauren Irish Leigh Sampson - Transfer from Eta Mu, initiated Fall 1998 |
Founding Sisters
Summer 1999
April Angelo
Danielle Arias
Jennifer Burket
Jennifer Kempton
Ann Kirby
Andrea Leonard
Liza McCollum
Nicole Miraglia
Heather Raver
Dawn Smith
Kimberly Stolow
Alexis Henderson
Lynn Wojcik
Beth Zajaczkowski
Sean Heim- National Arts Associate
April Angelo
Danielle Arias
Jennifer Burket
Jennifer Kempton
Ann Kirby
Andrea Leonard
Liza McCollum
Nicole Miraglia
Heather Raver
Dawn Smith
Kimberly Stolow
Alexis Henderson
Lynn Wojcik
Beth Zajaczkowski
Sean Heim- National Arts Associate