What’s your major? What year are you? When did you serve as the Pi Phi president?
I’m a senior who is majoring in communications with a minor in sociology. I served as Pi Phi president from the start of the Spring 2010 semester until the end of the Fall 2011 semester.
What prompted you to run for president? Have you been a high-ranking person in an organization before?
I was interested in running for president because I wanted to be involved in Pi Phi as much as possible. It is an organization I care about deeply and I knew that if I wanted to truly be a part of making important decisions and changes then I would have to take on a higher position. I served on the Executive Board as the Vice President of Communications the previous year. Finally, I served as Pledge Class President when I was a freshman.
What were some of your tasks as Pi Phi president?
Some of my tasks as Pi Phi president included:
- Ensure well-being of the chapter
- Oversight of all chapter operations
- Supervision of all officers and committees
- Spokesperson for the chapter (internally & externally)
- Preside at chapter and Exec meetings
- Conduct formal Pledging & Initiation ceremonies
- Attend and report on Conventions and Leadership Academies, as requested
- Lead Exec goal setting and track progress
- Sign external contracts (with approval of AAC)
- Supervise Officer Transition
- Provide direction and oversight (with Exec input) of Leadership and Nominating Committee (LNC)
What other campus activities are you involved in?
When I was living on campus, I was the President of Warren House which falls under the Residence Hall Government (RHG). I also acted as the Resident Delegate for the Residence Hall Association (RHA).
Is it challenging to balance your schoolwork/work, being the Pi Phi President, and all the other activities?
Since I have two jobs off campus, it does become challenging at times to balance schoolwork and being the Pi Phi President. However, being challenged in this way was something I certainly anticipated when I took on the position of Pi Phi President. Overall, the challenges presented by this position have been a positive learning experience for me.
How do you think you’ll be involved with Pi Phi as an alumnus?
I hope to be a contact for anyone who has questions regarding any matters in Pi Phi. Additionally, I plan to join the local Pi Beta Phi alumnae organization.
What is the best part of being a Pi Phi?
The best part of being involved in an organization like Pi Beta Phi is that you are forever connected to an international group of amazing women. When you join Pi Phi, you become a Pi Phi for the rest of your life. As a senior, it is nice to know that I will be connected to Pi Phi as an alumnus once I graduate.