Phi Sig CONNECTIONS - April 2010 - for sisters, friends and family

The e-Newsletter for sisters and friends of Phi Sigma Sigma

April 2010

Phi Sigma Sigma - founded 1913

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What Defines Greatness Among Sisters? | Letter from the Grand Archon
"When it comes to fame, there's a definition that trumps the word's traditional meaning. Forget the so-called '15 minutes.' It's the long-term impact we have on this world that matters most." Read more >

Seeking 'Famous' Phi Sigs Among Us

Sisters are doing amazing things, and we want to hear about it!

For the past year, we've been uncovering incredible, true-life stories of what sisters are doing around the world. Whether in science, business, media or the arts, Phi Sigs are making an impact that's impressive and worthy of recognition. We're committed to sharing even more great stories as we approach our Centennial. Can you help us find more top Phi Sigs? Read more >

Hope for Haiti, Hearts from ΦΣΣ

2 stories about the power of sisterhood

One was there when the earthquake struck and says the love of her sisters helped her to survive; the other is a tireless advocate for Haitian relief. Two unforgettable stories in a Phi Sig special report. Read more >

Larger than Life

Movie star and activist Zelda Rubinstein
Diminutive in height but towering in stature, she was far more than an iconic actress. A pioneering activist for AIDS and HIV awareness, Zelda continually proved to Hollywood and the world that little people achieve great things. Read more >

NEW COLONY! Announcing Phi Sig's newest expansion - this time, in northern California at Sonoma State University. Diokete Hupsala!

DR. DIANE SPATZ (Nu Chapter, University of Pennsylvania) continues to earn accolades for her world-renowned expertise in breastfeeding and lactation. In May, she'll earn the Dean's Award for Exemplary Professional Practice from Penn's School of Nursing, where she teaches and performs research in her field.

MARIANNE COHEN (Delta Beta, University of Rochester) was recently a featured guest (and voice of reason) on The Tyra Show, discussing Are We Raising Our Kids to Be Divas?. She is a recognized expert on "manners for minors" with Mannersmith, led by etiquette maven (and Phi Sig sister) Jodi R.R. Smith.

Jennifer DeFranco - Mom Congress Parenting magazine has selected JENNIFER DeFRANCO (Epsilon Alpha, Illinois State University) to represent Illinois at the first-ever Mom Congress focusing on education and learning May 2-4. She was chosen, in part, for her work as a PTA president to combat bullying, among other proactive initiatives.

JESSICA BELLAS (Zeta Kappa, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown) has published "Maotai, Mooncakes & Monks," about her adventures in Hong Kong and China. An international project manager, she helped establish research centers for Hong Kong Polytechnic University in Hangzhou and Ningbo, China.

WELCOME BACK TO THE PYRAMID! More than 100 women strong, our recolonized GAMMA NU CHAPTER at Rutgers University New Brunswick was installed on April 18, just weeks after raising an incredible $15,000 toward Rutgers' Dance Marathon.