Newsletter Highlights

Gamma Phi Beta celebrates 150 years!

In November, members of the Rochester Alumnae Chapter of Gamma Phi Beta came together with the Epsilon Tau Chapter from the University of Rochester to commemorate the sorority’s 150th anniversary. They shared a delightful brunch, honored a member with 50 years of service, and took part in a unique 150th edition of their Founders Day ceremony.

Pi Beta Phi donates to food pantry

On December 3rd, Pi Beta Phi alumnae came together for their annual Holiday Party. They indulged in a selection of hearty hors d’oeuvres, enjoyed some wine and other beverages, and savored delicious cutout angel cookies, reflecting the unofficial mascot of Pi Phi. The event was filled with fun and camaraderie. Attendees were invited to bring non-perishable food items for donation to the Nazareth University food cupboard. Our own Marybeth Donnelly, who works in student affairs at Naz, is featured in front with part of the donations.

Socials and More!

Have you had the chance to join us at one of our social events? RAP has hosted several get-togethers and have had over 12 events just since last summer! We’ve gathered at 20Deep, Muranda Cheese, Pittsford Dairy and Song Hill Winery to name a few, and in November we held out first partnered event with Black Button Distilling raising over $300 for our scholarships!

Sisterhood and Friendship!

Congratulations!

Congratulations to our panhellenic sisters on their accomplishments!

Dr. Brittany Profit-Rheinwald, Alpha Gamma Delta, past Rochester Panhellenic President and 2020 scholarship recipient was awarded her PhD from Baylor University.

Saabirah Khan Campo, Sigma Sigma Sigma, received the University of Rochester 2024 Presidential Award for Inclusive Workforce. It acknowledges her work as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at the Golisano Children’s Hospital for making significant and measurable changes in the inclusivity of its environment and the diversity of its staff. Congrats Saabi!

Julianne Westrich, Delta Gamma, presented in October to a virtual audience to discuss her experience as the 2023 Iditarod Teacher on the Trail. She was selected for this position, an “educational ambassador” of the race, from a nation-wide pool of applicants, through a rigorous process that included in-person interviews, challenges, presentations, and volunteer obligations onsite at the 2022 Iditarod. Congrats Juli!