Kappa Delta Phi

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Alysia Rourke
Tel: (781) 799-5155
Email: alysia@kappadeltaphinas.org

ANNUAL CONVENTION HELD IN HYANNIS, MA
Charitable Donation made to The SAMFund

Kappa Delta Phi National Affiliated Sorority held its Annual Convention at The Cape Codder Resort & Spa in Hyannis, MA on April 16-18, 2010.

This year, the undergraduate membership chose The SAMFund as the national philanthropy. The SAMFund is a unique non-profit organization created to assist young adult survivors of cancer with a successful transition into their post-treatment life, by providing financial support through the distribution of grants and scholarships.

On behalf of Kappa Delta Phi National Affiliated Sorority, Inc, and in the spirit of philanthropy and sisterhood, Lauren Sicard presented Samantha Eisenstein Watson, Executive Director & Co-Founder of The SAMFund, with a $3,450 donation in memory of Melissa Hubert, alumnae of Kappa Upsilon Chapter. Additional funds were raised during the convention weekend with a benefit dance held on Saturday evening.
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The Kappa Rose was presented to Elizabeth (Jason) Hartford, National President and Kappa Iota Chapter alumna, during the Convention 2010 general business meeting.

Through her distinguished service to the National Sorority, Liz has become a recipient of the most prestigious award available to members of Kappa Delta Phi National Affiliated Sorority.

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The Kappa Rose was presented to Elizabeth Goff, Kappa Chi Chapter alumna, during the Convention 2010 general business meeting.

Through her hard work and determined principles, Ms. Goff has become a recipient of the most prestigious award available to members of Kappa Delta Phi National Affiliated Sorority.

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Alumnae sisters and graduating seniors wishing to join the Board of Directors as Associate Members must submit a letter of interest by May 1, 2010.

Any inquires regarding associate board membership should be directed to Alysia Rourke.

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Updated hosting guidelines have been emailed to all chapter leaders. Complete proposals must be received by May 1, 2010 in order to be considered by the Board of Directors. For a copy of the guidelines or for additional information please contact the Meeting Committee Chair, Karin Taylor.

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Kappa Delta Phi National Affiliated Sorority, Inc. Board of Directors is pleased to announce the election of Sara Hauser of Kappa Alpha Iota Chapter to its Executive Board of Directors. Jessica Moran (Kappa Alpha Gamma Chapter) was reelected to the Board of Directors for a second term while Alysia Rourke (Kappa Upsilon Chapter) was also reelected.

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ΚΔΦ Fraternity was founded at Bridgewater Normal School on April 14th, 1900.

A heartfelt congratulations from the sisters of Kappa Delta Phi National Affiliated Sorority to the brothers of Kappa Delta Phi Fraternity on their 110th anniversary.

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We are proud to announce the addition of several social and fundraising events for Convention 2010. Please review the schedule below.

Tickets are still available for The SAMFund Benefit DJ & Dance for those who have not registered to attend the Awards Gala. Tickets are $10/person for non registered members and their guests and will be available at the door until 11 p.m. All profits will be donated to benefit The SAMFund.

2010 ΚΔΦNAS Convention Schedule

Friday April 16, 2010
Check In starts – 3:00 pm
Early Registration – 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm JFK Foyer
Win a 45-minute Spa Pedicure at the Beach Plum Spa inside the Cape Codder Resort! The Pedicure is reserved for Saturday April 17th from 2:00 - 2:45 PM. Tickets will be sold during registration and will be: $1 for 1 ticket; $3 for 5 tickets; $10 for a ‘Megalength’ of 20 tickets. All proceeds will be donated to The SAMFund
Convention Planning Team Meeting – 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm JFK 3 Board Members Only
Q&A Reception w/ Sundae Bar - 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm JFK 2&3 Private Function
Donation of $3/person suggested; All profits will be donated to benefit The SAMFund.
Cape Codder Resort & Spa Beach Bonfire – 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm Tiki Bar Open to public
Chapter Alumnae Functions Invitation only

Saturday April 17, 2010
Chapter Display Set-Up – 8:30 am – 9:30 am JFK 1
Registration – 9:00 am – 11:00 am JFK Foyer
Win a 45-minute Spa Pedicure at the Beach Plum Spa inside the Cape Codder Resort! The Pedicure is reserved for Saturday April 17th from 2:00 - 2:45 PM. Tickets will be sold during registration and will be: $1 for 1 ticket; $3 for 5 tickets; $10 for a ‘Megalength’ of 20 tickets. All proceeds will be donated to The SAMFund
Complimentary Continental Breakfast – 9:00 am – 11:00 am JFK Foyer
Chapter Display Viewing – 9:30 am – 11:00 am JFK 1
Chapter Display Judging – 10:15 – 11:00 am JFK 1
ΚΔΦNAS General Business Meeting – 11:30 am – 1:30 pm JFK 2&3 Membership Only
Alumnae Ceremony - 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm JFK 2&3 Membership Only
Chapter Display Breakdown - 2:00 pm JFK 1

FREE TIME

ΚΔΦNAS Alumnae Cocktail Reception – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm VJ Grille Room
Cash bar & complimentary appetizers available for alumnae, graduating seniors & Awards Gala Guests
ΚΔΦNAS Awards Gala JFK Ballroom
Dinner and Award Presentations 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The SAMFund Benefit DJ & Dance 10:00 pm – 1:00 am
Benefit DJ & Dance tickets WILL be available at the door until 11 pm. Cost is $10/person for non registered guests. All profits will be donated to The SAMFund.
Event is 18+ with cash bar available (21+)

Sunday April 18, 2010
ΚΔΦNAS Volleyball Tournament 9:00 am - 11:00 am VJ Deck & Courtyard
Chapter teams of 4-6 people; Teams MUST registered no later than 7 pm on Saturday. Championship trophy for winner
Check out 11:00 am

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Kappa Delta Phi National Affiliated Sorority’s Kappa Lambda Chapter, located at Husson University, will be hosting an all night Dance-A-Thon on Friday April 9th at 7 pm continuing through until Saturday April 10th at 7am. All proceeds from the all night Dance-A-Thon will be directly donated to The SAMfund.

Chosen by Kappa Delta Phi National Affiliated Sorority’s membership as the annual philanthropy project, The SAMFund proudly provides financial assistance to young adults as they move forward with their lives after cancer. With financial support through SAMFund scholarships and grants, survivors are empowered to achieve their educational, professional and personal goals.

Shanna Miller, Kappa Lambda Chapter’s philanthropy chair states, “By supporting The SAMFund, young adult survivors are brought together with their own generation”.
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