Kappa Delta Sorority

Beat KU Week!

2012-02-05T19:19:00.004-06:00

In one of their last games against each other, Mizzou beats Kansas in basketball!
The Kansas-Mizzou rivalry is huge, as the states border each other. Even ESPN Gameday was on campus to help celebrate the victory!
Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota loves their Mizzou Tigers and showed their pride during campus-wide Beat kU week and during the game!

"Tastes Like Chicken!" exclaims Truman on the banner than hung in front of KD's chapter house to celebrate Beat KU week

Monica Senninger camped out before the game and was lucky enough to meet Mizzou basketball player Steve Moore

Brittany Robinson, Holly Brethorst, and Wren Tolen had great seats at the big game

Mizzou wins!

Grades

2012-01-30T17:06:00.000-06:00

Congratulations to the women of Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota, whose average GPA ranked above the average GPA of all Greeks, all females, and the entire university.

Way to go ladies!

Keep up the great work second semester!

Kappa Delta Chant-Off

2012-01-07T17:14:00.000-06:00

The women of Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota took part in National Kappa Delta's chant-off and sang standing near the columns on Francis Quadrangle

View the video to see how much Epsilon Iota loves Kappa Delta!!

Most Wonderful Time of the Year

2011-12-15T17:03:00.001-06:00

As the end of first semester drew to a close, members of Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota had fun celebrating the holidays!

The lovely ladies of Epsilon Iota made a gingerbread house for each of the other sororities on campus

The Kappa Delta chapter house was decorated and festive

KD ladies looking super festive in front of the tree in the formal room

Sisters form the KD sign in front of the Magic Tree in Columbia

Semi-Formal

2011-12-05T16:50:00.001-06:00

The lovely ladies of Kappa Delta danced the night away at Semi-Formal 2011. The girls had a great time with their sisters and dates and looked mighty fabulous, too! It was a great way to end first semester!

Abby Railton, Abbey Pastore, and Jenny Modlisz pose for a photo before Semi-Formal

Kelsey Lammy, Kristen Nichols, and Kitty Baker making the KD hand sign

Mary Trier, Elizabeth Geudtner, and Katie DeMarke looking glamourous as always!

Cupcake Champion

2011-11-14T19:26:00.002-06:00

Our very own Michelle Clemens was awarded first place in the "Filled Cupcakes" category of the Columbia Tribune's annual baking contest!

During a preliminary round, judges at the Tribune selected three recipes in each category for the final round. The chosen contestants prepared those recipes and delivered them to the Tribune on November 7. Michelle's recipe was titled "Caramel Cookie Dough Madness." It was a white cake filled with chocolate chip cookie dough, topped with a caramel buttercream frosting. The winner was selected by a three-judge panel based on originality, taste, and visual appeal.
Michelle is a sophomore at the University of Missouri, member of PC '11, studying Broadcast Journalism.

Congratulations to our baking queen, Michelle!

Michelle's Caramel Cookie Dough Madness cupcakes before being dropped off for judging

Michelle receiving her first place award

Halloween Social

2011-11-03T16:40:00.000-05:00

Kappa Delta had their first ever Halloween social over Halloween weekend. The event was a ton of fun and there were some stunning sisters and costumes present! Some Kappa Delta ladies even won awesome prizes for having great costumes!

Baseball Player (Abbey Pastore), Bumble Bee (Kailey Harpster), and a grand supreme from "Toddlers in Tiaras" (Michelle Clemens) posing for an adorable photo at the social

Nancy Drew (Elizabeth Biegalski), Chloe Kardashian (Deepa Kodali), Kate Middleton (Claire Deneen), Barbie (Brooke Hofer), and Victoria Beckham (Allie Duncan) looking lovely before the social

Some members of PC '10 dressed up for Halloween

Centennial Homecoming

2011-10-17T23:54:00.000-05:00

The women of Kappa Delta were paired with the men of Phi Kappa Theta this year for Mizzou's 100th Homecoming. The pairing put in a lot of hard work into their skit and dance, house decorations, parade, float, service, and blood drive!

Awards:
1st place Blood, thanks to Blood Liason Alyssa Chassman
1st place in Service, thanks to Kappa Delta Vice President of Community Service, Laura Davison
1st place in Homecoming Royalty, thanks to Taylor Minger
4th place Overall

Skit

Alyssa Chassman and Charlie Hutchison

Michele Painter practicing the skit

Dance

Hannah Ginsburg and Lauren Steffens before performing

The dancers of Kappa Delta and Phi Kappa Theta were featured in The Maneater.

House Decorations

Emily Williams, Jessie Elkin, Erica Tello, and Molly Goldberg

Sarah Gershenson and Erin Staszak infront of the meticulously pomped 100th Homecoming board

Kate Egan fire pomping

Truman the Tiger

House Decorations at night

Parade

Michelle Clemens and Abbey Pastore

Alex Bannes and Hallie Ginsburg

Kappa Deltas with the float

Banner

Spirit

Cheering on the Skitters and Dancers at Fling

Kelsie Coe, Kristen Nichols, and Helena Kooi

Annie McClay

Thank you to our Homecoming Liason, Betsy Kuckuk, Assistant Homecoming Liason, April Keel, and everyone else who participated in this year's Homecoming.

Kappa Delta Homecoming Royalty

2011-10-16T21:33:00.000-05:00

Kappa Delta, Taylor Minger, was voted into the top ten women eligible for the title of Mizzou Homecoming Queen 2011. Minger is a Family & Consumer Science Education major and is a straight A student. She is a member of Gamma Steer Co, a member of the Student Athletic Board, and a member of the Mizzou Honors Society, Kappa Omicron Nu. Minger was also a SET Leader and House Manager for Kappa Delta Sorority. Minger devoted her time and energy to better the Mizzou Greek Community by serving as a Pi Chi. She received the Panhellenic Excellence Award in the spring of 2011. These are just a few of Minger's outstanding accomplishments. Congratulations Taylor!

Taylor Minger (far right)

Taylor at the Homecoming Parade

Taylor with her family and Kappa Delta Alumna sister, Lauren Minger

Taylor's best friends supported her during Homecoming by creating their very own Taylor Minger merchandise.

Taylor at the football game

Kappa Delta, Kate Haverstick, with her spirited Taylor Minger cutoutt

Miss Columbia

2011-10-13T21:10:00.000-05:00

Hanna Runyon, a sophomore at The University of Missouri and a member of Kappa Delta Sorority, was crowned Miss Columbia 2011. Hanna is a Biology major and hopes to enter medical school. Runyon's platform is the humane treatment of animals through humane societies. Runyon will compete next June for the title of Miss Missouri and Miss Missouri Outstanding Teen.

Hanna Runyon (second from the left)

Hanna Runyon, Miss Columbia, (second from the left).

Melissa Woodward and Hanna Runyon, Kappa Delta sisters

Hayride Social

2011-10-03T17:33:00.000-05:00

Kappa Deltas had a great time this year at their annual Hayride social. Everyone was decked out in plaid shirts and cowboy boots, setting the country theme. At the social, KDs went on hayrides, talked around a bonfire, and danced to country music.

Rebecca Puckett and Lauren Bond had a great time talking to their fellow KDs at Hayride.

Michelle Clemens and Talia Cohen looked beautiful in their plaid shirts!

Jessica Bendarko and Kate Egan wore plaid and brown leather belts for a country-vibe.

KD Goes to the Corn Maze

2011-10-01T16:28:00.000-05:00

Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority went to Shryock's Corn Maze for a Sisterhood Event! Kappa Deltas had fun walking around and getting to know their sisters better.

KDs at the corn maze!

Emily Spurlock, Kristin Pfeiffer, and Whitney Lange

Whitney Lange, Emily Spurlock, Caity Larson, and Kristin Pfeiffer made up the winning team at the corn maze!

Big Sis Hunt

2011-09-18T15:45:00.000-05:00

Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota celebrated its annual Big Sis Hunt where the Sophomore pledge class makes gifts and sets up stations throughout the house along with clues, that lead the Kappa Delta New Members to their Big Sisters!

Kitty Baker, Michelle Clemens, and Erica Tello

One KD family waits in anticipation of getting their new Little Sisters!

Little Sis, Michele Painter, and Big Sis, Carly La Fevers.

Ice Cream Social

2011-09-10T16:05:00.000-05:00

In celebration of International Women's Friendship Month, Kappa Delta Sorority hosted an Ice Cream Social on Tiger Plaza at the University of Missouri. Kappa Deltas spent the afternoon scooping chocolate and vanilla ice cream and handing it out to fellow students who passed by. The women of Kappa Delta Sorority also gave out International Women's Friendship Month buttons, which decorated shirts and backpacks across campus.

Corrie Dunn and Alex Bannes held signs for the Kappa Delta Ice Cream Social

Nicole Eldridge, Corrie Dunn, Alex Bannes, and Leanne Wilson

KDs were hard at work serving ice cream to the men and women at Mizzou.

Bid Day 2011

2011-08-25T15:15:00.001-05:00

"No One on the Corner Has Swagger Like Us"

Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority welcomed their New Members on Bid Day and extended an invitation to learn more about our Sisterhood. Bid Day was full of exciting activities. The Kappa Delta New Members ran from the columns with their bids to the corner of Greek town where Kappa Deltas were waiting with signs and music to welcome them. Kappa Deltas took their Bid Day buddies, also called "Diamond Darlings" to lunch and then went back to the house to paint paddles. Later that night, KDs went with their Diamond Darlings to the Jason Derulo concert, sponsored by PHA.

Council was eager for the ceremony to start on Bid Day!

Mary Trier and Erica Tello welcomed New Members at the Kappa Delta Sorority house.

Hannah Ginsburg (left), welcomes her younger sister, Hallie Ginsburg (right), into Kappa Delta.

Rachel Coe and Rebecca Hermann painted paddles on Bid Day.

Kappa Delta Pledge Class 2011 on Bid Day

Formal Sorority Recruitment 2011

2011-08-24T16:40:00.000-05:00

Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority had an incredible Recruitment this year. While the days were long and the work was tiring, KDs kept a positive spirit and continued to put forth the best Recruitment possible. The women of Kappa Delta had fun getting to know their sisters on a more personal level. Throughout the week, Sisterhood events were held including: renting out a movie theater to watch "Crazy, Stupid, Love," learning about makeup and Mary Kay products from Kappa Delta Alumna, Beth Brooks, and ordering Hot Box cookies to snack on while crafting.

Thank you to Natalie Rooney, Kappa Delta Vice President of Membership, who did an incredible job of preparing for and executing this year's Recruitment. Thank you to the Open House Day Head- Megan Eckelkamp, Sisterhood Day Head- Jessi Loos, Philanthropy Day Head- Laura Davison, and Preference Day Head- Erin Egan. Finally, our Recruitment this year would not have been possible without our Kappa Delta Sorority Alumna and Chapter Development Consultant, Lindsey Houchin.

Open House Days

Kappa Deltas were excited and ready for the first day of Recruitment.

Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Council on the first Open House Day

Katelyn Morris and Annie McClay pose in front of the Open House Day banner

Sisterhood Day

Thank you to all of the KD women who devoted their time and talents to the Sisterhood Day skit and dance!

Bailey Toulmin, Rebecca Puckett, Carly La Fevers, and Mary Trier were eager to start the day in Kappa Delta's Emerald City

The Yellow Brick Road

Kappa Deltas put hard work into the Emerald City backdrop for the skit and dance.

Glinda, The Scarecrow, and Auntie Em run lines for the skit.

Dorothy, Katelyn Morris, and The Scarecrow

Tara Jamison played the very courageous Lion.

Philanthropy Day

The Philanthropy Day banner was a huge success!

Rebecca Fryer, Kat Bader, and Erin Staszak looked beautiful in Kappa Delta olive green!

While walking out, Kappa Deltas carried an aqua balloon to represent the You Make Me Smile Campaign run by the Confidence Coalition.

Preference Day

On Preference Day, we invited Potential Members to be a part of a ceremony unique to Kappa Delta. Throughout Preference Day, Potential Members were able to learn more about how important Sisterhood is to Kappa Delta Sorority.

Betsy Kuckuk and Katelyn Freiert

The Kappa Delta Seniors on their last Preference Day

Liz Biegalski and Claire Deneen

Thank you to everyone who helped make this year's Formal Sorority Recruitment a successful and enjoyable one.

We Miss Our Seniors!

2011-07-06T13:21:00.001-05:00

We miss our Seniors here at Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota! Hopefully, our favorite KD ladies will visit next fall for the 100th Homecoming against Iowa State. One thing is certain, our wonderful Seniors made memories and friends at Kappa Delta that will last a lifetime!

At Senior Night, all of our Seniors held a white rose, to signify the beauty and purity of the friendships they have made over the past four years in KD.

Every Senior was given a superlative on Senior Night! Andrea Piel's was "Most likely to become a Disney Princess" and fit her to a T!

Hannah Ginsburg and Caitlin Mundschenk

The entire Senior Class had fun spending one last night with everyone before graduation!

Andrea Piel, Megan Ogar, Allison Tripolitis, Katie Marquart, Paije Davidson, Claire Stuckel, and Lucy Carter took a picture after walking back through the Mizzou columns!

As the Seniors said, "It's never goodbye; it's see you later."

Congratulations to all of the Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota graduates of 2011! You will be missed! Kappa Delta is excited to see what your futures and your new careers bring! Good luck and remember to visit often!

AOT

Kappa Deltas Give Back to the Community

2011-06-13T20:14:00.006-05:00

Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority has participated in numerous service events this semester! Giving back is extremely important to Kappa Delta Sorority. Through volunteering for fun and exciting service projects, we get to meet new people, try new things, and help brighten the days of others. In return, helping others has made us happier.

Here are some of the service projects that we have volunteered for this semester:

The American Cancer Society's Relay For Life

Kappa Deltas Erin Egan, Laura Davison, Hanna Runyon, Danielle Yuede, and Abbie Davies ran the Kappa Delta Cupcake Walk for Relay for Life! For only $1, people got to play walk around a circle lined with cupcakes with music playing, as if it were musical chairs, and when the music stopped, the players who landed on a cupcake with a number got to draw out of a hat. If the number matched their cupcake, those players got a delcious cupcake to eat!

The Cupcake Walk benefitted The American Cancer Society's Relay for Life, " a life- changing event that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember lost loved ones, and fight back against the disease."

Laura Davison loved giving back to the Columbia, Missouri community at Relay for Life 2011!

Many Kappa Deltas participated in Relay for Life because they personally know people battling cancer, because they have lost loved ones to cancer, and because they wish to fight against cancer.

'Deal or No Deal' Cases Event

Kappa Deltas Erin Egan, April Keel, and Alex Bannes held 'Deal- or- No- Deal' cases for the event!

Fifteen lovely Kappa Delta ladies volunteered at the 'Deal- or- No- Deal' Themed Charity Event, which was held at the Blue Note, and benefitted The Intersection in Columbia, Missouri.

The Intersection is a lot more than just an after- school program. The Intersection in Columbia, Missouri, is a loving place that encourages children to grow and learn. At The Intersection, children receive caring attention from adults. The Intersection fosters important values in children and values honesty, public- service, and respect. Most importantly, The Intersection, "empowers Columbia youth to believe in their value as contributors to the larger society."

After the event, April Keel, a 'Deal- or- No- Deal' case model volunteer, said, "This was such a fun night! Volunteering was a chance to get dressed up, to be up on stage with the cases for 'Deal or No Deal,' and to give back with my sisters. I'm already looking forward to volunteering at next year's event!"

Project Sol Jimmy Wayne Benefit Concert

Mallory Lumpe and Natalie Rooney, KD's and Project Sol Ambassadors, meet and hang out with Jimmy Wayne, country music star.

This spring, some of the women from Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota attended the free Jimmy Wayne concert benefiting the Sol House at Jesse Auditorium, which was hosted by Project Sol. Jimmy Wayne, now a famous country singer and guitarist, was once homeless as a teenager. In order to raise awareness for the homeless youth of Columbia, Missouri, Jimmy Wayne shared his own experiences and called Mizzou students to action.

Jimmy Wayne's stories were inspirational and the entire auditorium stood in applause at the end of the concert. Dustin Frenchmann, who is 17 years old, also spoke at the Jimmy Wayne Concert. Frenchmann was completely honest when he talked about his experiences of being homeless. Dustin moved many to tears when he talked about how difficult it was to find places to stay and to live on the streets before he arrived at the Sol House. The Sol House and Project Sol's influence on the lives of Columbia youth is evident in Frenchmann's speech and in his gratefulness to those who have helped him along the way.

KD Loves Giving Back

The women of Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota are committed to helping others, because we know that it takes one person to give back and to make a difference in the days and lives of others. Participating in different volunteering opportunities has been extremely rewarding for me, and for my KD sisters, and we are excited to continue meeting new people and doing what we can to give back to the Columbia community.

Kappa Deltas then went to Red Mango of Columbia, Missouri because a percentage of the total sales that night went to help Project Sol and the homeless youth of Columbia.

You Make Me Smile Campaign

2011-05-06T19:26:00.014-05:00

"You Make Me Smile!"

K Δ's ran the "You Make Me Smile Campaign" at Mizzou this week!

Every year, Kappa Delta runs the "You Make Me Smile Campaign" through the Confidence Coalition.

The Confidence Coalition was created by Kappa Delta Sorority as, "a movement to empower women and girls to be confident and stand up against the issues that can impact our self- esteem-- media stereotypes, spousal and dating abuse, risky behaviors, relational aggression, bullying, hazing, gossiping-- virtually all of the things that keep us from living the lives we imagine."

Big sister, Megan Ogar, and little sister, Megan Eckelkamp, show off the KD Confidence Coalition banner!

The Confidence Coalition is unique to Kappa Delta Sorority and inspires young women to make a difference in their community!

The women of Kappa Delta were all smiles while passing out balloons!

The "You Make Me Smile Campaign" was created to give back to women in our community. Kappa Delta's from around the world take aqua blue balloons and as a woman walks by, they write a compliment, words of encouragement, or phrase of inspiration, onto the balloon and they hand it to the confident, and lovely lady.

Amelia Smith, a Mizzou Women's Center volunteer, loved her balloon, which said, "Believe in Yourself!"

Through small, positive words and interactions, we can change another woman's day. As the "You Make Me Smile Campaign" demonstrates, sometimes-- if we are having a bad day or if we need more encouragement for the test we are about to take-- a balloon with thoughtful and kind words, can make all the difference.

"Go Confidently. Go KD."

To demonstrate the need for women to unite and encourage each other, here are some Confidence Coalition facts:

90% of all women want to change at least one aspect of their physical appearance.
81% of 10-year-old girls are afraid of being fat.
Women are routinely degraded in everything from pop culture to casual conversation.
Every 15 seconds, a woman is battered.
57% of women are targeted for workplace bullying.
Women make only 76% of their male peers' salaries.
Only 2% of women think that they are beautiful.

On Friday, April 29th, the women of Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority, encouraged women on the University of Missouri- Columbia (Mizzou) campus. Through bright smiles, the giving of balloons, encouraging words, genuine and thoughtful compliments, and one "You Make Me Smile" campaign-- the ladies of Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority, changed the days and lives of many women. Sometimes, one smile is all it takes to turn someone's day around. Sometimes, one compliment is all it takes to show a woman her true beauty on the inside and out. Sometimes, one "You Make Me Smile Campaign" is all it takes, to bring smiles to the faces of hundreds of women!

Kappa Deltas: Hope Chambers, Kylee Mattoon, and Annie McClay tie balloons to pass out to women on Tiger Plaza!

Kappa Delta Mom's Weekend

2011-05-02T17:04:00.007-05:00

The beautiful women of Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota were happier than ever, accompanied by their mom's this past weekend for Kappa Delta Mom's Weekend! To celebrate, there were many events the Kappa Deltas and moms attended, such as a Comedy Show at Deja Vu, a sisterhood Pottery event at the Mud Room, a decadent brunch, and dinner at the Heidelberg restaurant!

"Rare as a diamond,
Sweet as a pearl,
Welcome Moms
Love
Your KD girl!"

Alex B. and her mommy pose for a picture with the Kappa Delta Mom's Weekend Banner!

Kappa Delta ladies take pictures with their moms at Deja Vu Comedy Club!

Relaxing at Peace Park, Kristen Sadowski and her mom make the KΔ sign!

Hannah Roberts shows off her beautiful pottery that she made with her mom at the Mud Room!

Kappa Deltas and their moms got creative and made some beautiful pieces of pottery!

Kappa Delta Mom's Weekend 2011 was so much fun! All of our sisters had a great time hanging out with their moms and meeting their friends' moms!

To our Moms,
Thank you for always being there for us. Thank you for being a shoulder to cry on, a motivator, a best friend, and a nurse when we are sick. Thank you for always believing in us and for loving us no matter what! We love you with all of our hearts,

Love, Your Kappa Delta daughters

Kappa Delta BBQ

2011-04-27T00:25:00.003-05:00

Delicious food, great company, and the beautiful outdoors accompanied the Kappa Delta BBQ the other week! Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota hosted a BBQ with the men of Delta Chi and Sigma Chi, our wonderful Greek Week 2011 pairing! The women of Kappa Delta had a great time telling stories and talking about Greek Week with many very handsome gentlemen!

The official BBQ invitation was a huge hit!

Casey Peetz and Bobby Remis look oh- so classy at the BBQ

Sigma Chi, Kappa Delta, and Delta Chi-- Greek Week 2011!

Everyone loved the food and company at the BBQ!

The gorgeous women of Kappa Delta strike a pose for the camera!

Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority loves Delta Chi Fraternity!

Greek Week was more fun than ever with the men of Sigma Chi and Delta Chi! Thank you for spending time with us at our BBQ and for being such gentlemen!

Pinwheels for Prevention

2011-04-25T20:05:00.009-05:00

Royal blue and white pinwheels twirled in the wind this afternoon, each one clicking and whispering, reminding each person who passed by Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority of Child Abuse Prevention Month.

During the month of April, Prevent Child Abuse America runs Child Abuse Prevention Month. Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota is partnered with Prevent Child Abuse America because we believe that no child should ever be abused or neglected, under any circumstances.

Why do pinwheels outline the Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota sidewalk? Well, pinwheels are used as a symbol for preventing child abuse and neglect nationwide! Prevent Child Abuse America advocates that by uniting the community through activities and implementing public policies that strongly stand for child abuse prevention, we can then prevent more children from being abused or neglected.

Almost 900,000 pinwheels have been displayed since April, 2008!

While this is very difficult to read, awareness and education are the very first steps to prevention. Here are some facts about child abuse and neglect from Miles4Kids article, "National Child Abuse Statistics."

A report of child abuse is made every 10 seconds.
Almost 5 children die everyday from the result of child abuse. More than 3 out of 4 of the children are under the age of 4.
90% of sexual child abuse victims know the perpetrator in some way. 68% of sexual child abuse victims are abused by family members.
More than 30% of abused or neglected children will abuse or neglect their own children, repeating and continuing the horrible cycle of abuse.

Knowing these facts, the women of Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority hope that you will be more aware of child abuse and neglect and advocate Prevent Child Abuse America. Educating others can be as simple as placing pinwheels in your front lawn and registering them with Prevent Child Abuse America online!

To learn more about how you can support Prevent Child Abuse America, click here.

Spring Break the Kappa Delta Way

2011-04-21T13:56:00.003-05:00

Many Kappa Delta's traveled to cobalt blue waters and sandy beaches for Spring Break, while others went home to spend evenings eating dinner with their families and cheering on their favorite sports teams on TV. Whether our sisters were far or near, everyone had a great week, away from the worries of tests and homework. Spring Break was a time to relax and rejuvenate.

A group of KD's traveled to South Padre, TX to have some fun in the sun with their sisters

Megan Ogar, Jackie Piel, Allison Tripolitis, and Andrea Piel had a wonderful time at Disney and posing with Princess Belle.

There is nothing better than spending time with your Kappa Delta sisters!

Erin Staszak and Kat Bader make the KD sign for everyone to see!

Andrea Piel, Jackie Piel, Daisy Duck, Megan Ogar, and Allison Tripolitis strike their best diva poses at Walt Disney World!

Date Party

2011-04-19T22:16:00.008-05:00

Roman Rage Toga Party

The Kappa Delta women, along with their dates, brought back the Roman Age with a huge Roman Rage Toga Party the other week! Everyone got creative and made their own togas with fabric, rope, rhinestones, and even glitter! One thing is certain-- the women of Kappa Delta rivaled the Greek goddesses with their beauty and style!

Freshmen Danielle Yuede and Carly La Fevers look stunning in white togas!

Brittany Ness and Talia Cohen used gold rope and ivy to accent their Roman Rage outfits!

Kristin Haberberger and Tommy Boyle had fun dancing at the party!

Katelyn Morris shows off the Kappa Delta Roman Rage Toga Party banner!

Overall, the Roman Rage was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who attended and to all of our Kappa Delta sisters who planned the party!

Too Hot To Handle--Wingman 2011

2011-04-08T13:41:00.021-05:00

The results are in from Wingman 2011,

and Kappa Delta truly is

"Too Hot To Handle!"

The only word to describe Wingman this year was success.

Chelsea Eifert, Erin Egan, and many other KD's pull Kappa Delta to success in Tug-A-War!

Every year, Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority at Mizzou runs "Wingman," which is the hottest Philanthropic event at Mizzou, quite literally!

KD Big Sister: Tori Wingbermuehle and Little Sis: Tori Scism had a day of fun together watching the guys compete in crazy Wingman games!

Why are the Kappa Delta's "too hot to handle?"

Brynne Whittaker, Katelyn Morris, and Shelby Sternberg hang out at Wingman 2011!

Kappa Delta's: Helena Koii and Kelsey Ill's brilliant smiles were enough to make the men of Wingman 2011 swoon, and sometimes spill wing sauce. Regardless of the stains on their shirts, the men were more than happy to compete!

In this year's Wingman games, 17 teams participated!

More than 250 people attended, including Kappa Delta's, team members, and Coyote Hill families.

These ladies and gentleman are definitely Too Hot to Handle! Nice shirts TKE!

An intense "Sigma Chi huddle" was created at the Wingman games to protect their spicy strategies!

Over $10,200 was raised in Wingman 2011!

Laura Davison, Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Vice President of Community Service said to me after Wingman,

"It was great the families were able to be there, because it is a great reminder of why we do philanthropy work. This is the first year that the proceeds form Wingman have gone to Coyote Hill, so this was a great way to start off our partnership with them."

Regan Hartley and Rose Eppensteiner hang out with their new friend!

At Wingman there were:

1,000 hot wings,

9 gallons of hot sauce,
8 different games,
and only one Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota!

Many men with fiery breath, and orange faces and hands after eating 20 or more hot wings...

However, take our word for it--they had a ton of fun!

One team member exclaims that, "it was worth it to help out a great cause! Eating hot wings and hanging out with a great group of people on a sunny afternoon--how can you beat that? We love Coyote Hill and the beautiful women of Kappa Delta! Thank you for having us KD!"

"Hot" does not mean a thing to this guy!

Freshman KD's, Alyssa Chassman & Mallory Lumpe, run "Pass the Wing" game!

The men of AEPi were dashing and dangerous competition for all of the other teams!

Some Sigma Chi men bonded during the "Pass the Wing" game! While others were hoping their brothers kept their raging-hot breath to themselves!

YOU

CAN

CATCH IT!!!

*And for the winners...

In first place, with heat thresholds like no other fraternity on campus, the men of Delta Tau Delta!

In a strong second place, the men who faced hot sauce to win the hearts of Kappa Delta's and Coyote families, the chivalrous men of Delta Chi!

In a talented third place, the men of Sigma Tau Gamma, who were both brave and bold in taking on the hot wings!

*Congratulations to...

All 17 of the teams who participated in Wingman 2011! We are very thankful for your involvement, active support, and finally, your passion for eating hot wings!

The men of Sigma Tau impress Kappa Delta with their heat tolerance and their pyramid- building skills!

*Wingman 2011 would also not have been a success without the families of Coyote Hill!

To the families of Coyote Hill--the women of Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota talked for days about how much fun they had meeting and spending time with all of you! We hope to spend time with you again in the near future! Thank you for your strength and for showing us that an unwavering positive attitude in the face of struggle, as well as perseverance, are what lead to success.

Kappa Delta loves Coyote Hill!

Our little hero proved his love for Kappa Delta by participating in all of the Wingman games and eating his height in hot wings!

Kappa Delta's had a fun time dressing up with their new Coyote Hill friends!

Mustaches are apparently very "in" this year!

Thank you to everyone for making this year's Wingman 2011, one to remember.

Congratulations To Abbie Davies--2011 Tour Team Member

2011-03-28T14:15:00.004-05:00

Abbie Davies, a sophomore at The University of Missouri, and Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota sister was recently selected as a new member of Tour Team in 2011!

Abbie Davies is not your ordinary sophomore, but is so much more. Abbie is involved in Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority, PACE committee, A Way with Words and Words and Numbers Tutor, External Philanthropy Chair, the Boys and Girls Club, and is a SET Leader for Kappa Delta.

When asked, "Abbie, the Tour Team selection process is very competitive, what qualities do you have that made you stand out?" Abbie replied:

"With so many amazing applicants, it was very important to make myself stand out by letting my personality shine! I believe that being personable and being positive are two of my best qualities, and I think that I was able to show those through the interview process. Interacting with people is a huge part of being a part of Tour Team, and I think that I do an excellent job at getting along with just about anyone."

Tour Team is a vital part of the Mizzou Applicant process and is a great way for prospective students to see Mizzou through the eyes of a current and very involved, passionate student. I asked Abbie, "Why are you personally excited to be a member of Mizzou Tour Team?"

Abbie happily responded, "I think that I am most excited to get to know all of the members of Tour Team. It is a very tight knit group and I am thrilled to become a part of the Tour Team family! Also, I am ecstatic to be able to associate myself with Tour Team, because it has such a great reputation on Mizzou's campus!"

Thank you to Abbie Davies for living out our Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority motto, "Let us strive for that which is honorable, beautiful, and highest." Abbie, your sisters in Kappa Delta cannot wait to see you around campus and say hello, and to follow your involvement and future success with Tour Team! Congratulations again!

To learn more about Mizzou Tour Team, or to schedule a tour of Mizzou campus, click here.

Watch entertaining videos about Mizzou from Tour Team guides!

Take a virtual tour of Mizzou from the comfort of your home.

To contact the Mizzou Admissions Office, click here.

Support Kappa Delta's Relay for Life Team!

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Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority at Mizzou

is participating in

The American Cancer Society

Relay For Life!

What is The American Cancer Society Relay For Life?

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a life- changing event that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones past, and fight back against the disease. At Relay, teams of people camp out at a local high school, park, or fairground and take turns walking or running around a track or path. Each team is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the event. Because cancer never sleeps, relays are overnight events up to 24 hours in length." --Ascevents.org

What events comprise Relay For Life?

In The American Cancer Society Relay For Life there are different laps, which serve several unique purposes

Celebrate- The Survivors Lap, an emotional lap around the track to celebrate each survivor and the victories we have achieved over cancer.

Remember- The Luminaria Ceremony is held at dark and candles are lit inside bags of sand, each bag holding the name of someone affected by cancer; a lap of silence is held to remember those who passed away and those who were touched by cancer.

Fight Back- The Fight Back Ceremony is when we make a personal commitment to save lives by taking up the fight against cancer.

How Can I Help?

Whether you make a donation or sign up for a Relay For Life team, there is a place for you at Relay For Life.

"Thanks to Relay participants, we are creating a world with more birthdays a world where cancer can’t claim another year of anyone’s life." -- ascevents.org

Websites

Big Cheese of the Week(s)!

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Big Cheese of the Week- February 28- March 6th

Wren Tolen

Stats: Student Athletic Board, Invisible Children, Mizzou Collegiate 4-H, and the Mid-Mo Crisis Hotline.

Big Cheese of the Week- March 7- 13th

Casey Peetz

Stats: Pre- Optometry Club President, Alpha Phi Omega, ASB, A Way with Words and Numbers, True/False Film Festival Volunteer

Thank you Wren and Casey for living our Kappa Delta Motto, "Let us strive for that which is honorable, beautiful, and highest."

Your involvement represents Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority at Mizzou in the best light possible. Your sisters truly appreciate your hard work and outgoing personalities!

Kappa Delta Spaghetti Dinner- Sunday, March 6

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What if you could get delicious spaghetti, meatballs, garlic bread, and Rice Krispie treats for dessert?!

Great news-- Kappa Delta is making your dream a reality.

This Sunday, March 6th, from 11am-3pm and 4pm-7pm, Kappa Delta will be hosting their annual Spaghetti Dinner! Tickets are only $5 and proceeds benefit Coyote Hill and Prevent Child Abuse America.

If you go to the Student Center this week, Kappa Deltas will be selling tickets and passing out flyers for this event! You can buy a ticket ahead of time or you can buy one at the door!

The Girl Scouts of the USA will also be selling Girl Scout Cookies at the Spaghetti Dinner!

Only $4 per box! Checks or cash are accepted!

All you can eat spaghetti made by our famous cooks: Stan and Mattie, talking with the women of Kappa Delta, and hanging out with friends, what more could you ask for?... Okay, besides to beat KU at basketball this weekend!

'The Vagina Monologues'

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At Mizzou

Suzy Day and Molly Steelman

Last Saturday, February 19th, was V-Day at Mizzou! V-Day is sponsored by STARS and is, "a global movement to stop the violence against women and girls. V- Day is a catalyst that promotes creative events to increase awareness, raise money and revitalize the spirit of existing anti- violence organizations," according to Womenscenter.missouri.edu. Over 4200 V-Day events are held around the world each year! To learn more, download the "About V-Day" info page on the Women's Center at The University of Missouri's website!

This year, The Women's Center advised the Mizzou Production of Eve Ensler's 'The Vagina Monologues' at Mizzou! Mizzou's 'Vagina Monologues' are prepared and performed by Mizzou Students, staff, and faculty along with the assistance of Mizzou's Jesse Hall Tech Crew!

Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota women volunteered to help pass out programs and take tickets for 'The Vagina Monologues' last Saturday before the show! The women of Kappa Delta had fun watching 'The Vagina Monologues' and were laughing most of the time. Kappa Deltas also appreciated the more serious skits, which addressed the heart-breaking stories of hatred and brutality shown to women and girls.

Thank you to all of the KD's and all of the other volunteers!

Amelia Smith, a 'Vagina Monologues' cast member says, "Being part of 'The Vagina Monologues' was so amazing. I met such amazing women, got to shout about vaginas (a lot), and raised funds and awareness for a great cause! Beware though...it's addictive; if you are part of it once, you're going to want to do it again!" - Womenscenter.missouri.edu

Thank you so much to the cast of 'The Vagina Monolgues!' Thank you to the Jesse Hall Technology crew for putting on the show. Finally, thank you to Eve Ensler for starting an essential, world- wide movement, to eliminate violence against women and girls!

To apply in the fall to be a cast member of the Vagina Monologues at Mizzou, visit Womenscenter.missouri.edu !

The 2011 'Vagina Monologues' at Mizzou was a huge success! A record amount of money was raised for True North Shelter and The L.E.A.D Institute! Jesse Hall was almost sold out!

Kappa Delta's Braved the Cold Water & Participated in the POLAR BEAR PLUNGE!

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If you think the weather outside lately has been chilly, you should have felt the water at the Polar Bear Plunge last Saturday, February 19th!

Kappa Delta's decided to brave the freezing cold Stephen's Lake water for a great cause-- to raise funds benefitting The Special Olympics of Missouri! Over 501, 600 has already been raised from Polar Bear Plunge events across the state of Missouri! For more information, pictures, other Polar Bear Plunge events near you, or to make a general donation--please visit: http://somo.org !

KD'S: Mallory Lumpe, Hope Chambers, Hannah Schroeder, Kristen Sadowski, and Marissa Ruszkowski get ready to dive in!

Get Ready!

Get Set...

..............................................
POLAR BEAR PLUNGE!!!

Thank you ladies so much for participating in The Polar Bear Plunge and raising funds for The Missouri Special Olympics.

"Let us strive for what is honorable, beautiful, and highest."

Valentine's Day at Kappa Delta

2011-02-21T01:33:00.003-06:00

Love in the Kappa Delta Sisterhood

Kappa Delta's celebrated Valentine's Day last week by hanging out at the KD House, making ice cream sundaes, and watching a romantic comedy!

Tori Scism with her KD Big Sister, Tori Wingbermuehle

Tyler Johnson, Rose Eppensteiner, and Tara Jamison had a wonderful Valentine's Day hanging out with each other :)

Kappa Delta's everywhere were talking about how successful Chelsea Olson's Sisterhood Event was and how much fun we were all having!

"Relaxing and hanging out at Kappa Delta Sorority with my best friends was the highlight of my week and of my Valentine's Day! I love our Sisterhood Events and anything involving ice cream and hilarious movies is ok by me!"

- Freshman Kappa Delta, Bridget Egan

Kappa Delta Had a Classy 2011 White Rose Formal

2011-02-20T00:33:00.008-06:00

Last weekend, Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota hosted its annual White Rose Formal at the Columbia Country Club! Kappa Deltas everywhere were getting ready and all of our classy ladies were wearing some fabulous dresses!

Kristen Nichols, Brynne Whittaker, Katelyn Morris, Shelby Sternberg, & Mallory Lumpe took some great pictures at Formal!

Before Formal, Juniors Jenny Gilpin & President Rose Eppensteiner hung out at the Kappa Delta Sorority House!

Marissa Ruszkowski, Marcelle Marsh, & Lauren Steffens love Kappa Delta dances!

Yum, among the wide array of foods at Formal, were these delicious cupcakes!

Tori Scism & Mary Trier had a great time dancing the night away!

Kristin Haberberger & date, Johnny Beggan, could not wait for White Rose Formal!

Regan Hartley, Erin Egan, & Katie Costello had a great time at Formal and looked gorgeous!

Remembering Formal, Kappa Delta, Shelby Sternberg says, "Formal was a great time! It was awesome to see my sisters all dressed up. Everyone looked beautiful and I cannot wait until next year!"

Thank you to all of our Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota sisters who made this year's White Rose Formal possible; we truly appreciate all of the hard work you put in!

What is the Best Part of Spring? Girl Scout Cookies, Of Course!

2011-02-17T21:09:00.003-06:00

The women of Kappa Delta Sorority

Volunteered at The Girl Scouts of the USA Cookie Distribution

Saturday, February 12th and Had a Wonderful Time!

Sophomore, Laura Davison, sorts some delicious cookies!

Freshman, April Keel, works hard moving boxes!

Sophomores, Olivia Barnett and Meghan Kinnison love working with the Girl Scouts of the USA!

DID YOU FORGET TO ORDER GIRL SCOUT COOKIES!?!

Do not worry! The Girl Scouts of the USA will be selling cookies outside of the Kappa Delta Sorority House (600 E. Rollins St. Columbia, MO 65201) on Monday, February 21st from 10:30 AM- 2:30 PM! Hopefully, we will see you there!

Kappa Delta in the Columbia Community

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Kappa Delta loves Newman Week

Last Week, Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority gave back to the community by helping out with Newman Week: a week of various activities for which the proceeds went to benefit the Loaves and Fishes Soup Kitchen in Columbia.

Newman Week's events included: The Newman Week Kid's Carnival on Sunday, February 6th, The Loaves and Fishes Mass Service on Wednesday, February 9th, and The Newman Musical on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday! Throughout the week, participants formed teams and raised money and awareness of Newman Week. In the Newman Week Campus Competition, first place went to Team Hillel, second to Team Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota, and third to Team CLC! Congratulations!

Kappa Delta's Helps Out at the Newman Week: Kid's Carnival

Kappa Delta sophomore, Betsy Kuckuk, ran the "Softball Toss!"

One of the most popular games was the "Ring Toss" at the Kid's Carnival!

Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota "Big Cheese of Da Week"

2011-02-14T23:54:00.004-06:00

MUKD has started a new tradition: "Big Cheese of Da Week!" We recognize members of our Chapter who are involved in Kappa Delta, as well as in outside activities such as Mizzou clubs, community service projects, and other organizations!

So who did you miss hearing about???

"Big Cheese of Da Week"

Brittany Ness

Mock Trial, Nutrition and Wellness Association, Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, J-Board, Adaptive Gymnastics

Jacyln Malke

Pi Lambda Theta, Kappa Delta Pi, Alpha Mu Gamma, Alpha Phi Omega, NSTA, College of Education Ambassador, IES Ambassador, Language Partners Program

Hope Chambers

Greek Leadership Learning Community, Jones Res. Hall Vice-President, Scuba Diving Club, Chancellor's Leadership Class

Heather Lynch

Delta Sigma Pi Business Fraternity, Beta Alpha Psi Accounting Fraternity, Beta Gamma Sigma, Mizzou RUF

Congrats ladies and thank you for boosting our Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota PR; you rock! :)

Megan Ogar

2011-02-11T08:00:00.007-06:00

Megan Ogar, Epsilon Iota Kappa Delta, Receives the Job Opportunity and Honor of a Lifetime!

Megan Ogar, a senior at the University of Missouri- Columbia (Mizzou) and a member of Mizzou’s Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority, was chosen by National Kappa Delta Head Quarters from Kappa Delta applicants throughout the entire nation to be 1 of 7 Chapter Development Consultants (CDC's) for the years 2011 to 2012.

As National Kappa Delta Head Quarters states:

“A CDC is a recent college graduate who is able to continue her Kappa Delta experience by visiting Kappa Delta chapters throughout the United States.” When selected, your job as a CDC’s can vary but “depending on the visit you may assist with chapter development, officer transition, recruitment assistance or recruitment planning. These visits are generally 3-5 day assignments. You may also help with extension presentations, colonizations and installations of new chapters.” An article on National Kappa Delta’s website explains how CDC’s got started noting, “Kappa Delta chose one remarkable woman in 1962 as the first Chapter Development Consultant (previously called Field Secretary) and then chose three women in 1963” (Kappadelta.org).

Kappa Delta National President, Beth Martin Langford, said it best:

“These women are some of the finest leaders in our collegiate chapters. We are honored to have them travel on behalf of Kappa Delta, and we look forward to seeing how they lead our chapters to greater success” (Kappadelta.org).

How were Megan Ogar and the other CDC’s selected?

“Kappa Delta looks for well-rounded individuals with chapter office (especially Council) experience, campus involvement, a solid academic record, and good leadership and communication skills. A group of applicants will be chosen for personal interviews at National Headquarters in January. Final decisions will be made shortly thereafter,” (Kappadelta.org).

What will Megan and the other CDC’s learn while working?

“Former Kappa Delta CDC’s have commented, after their year of travel, that the time on the road was the best learning experience of their lives. The situations that arise during your visits prepare you for any life situation. Invaluable skills, such as: flexibility, self-confidence, conflict management, project management, communication, independence, motivation, teamwork, and countless others, are learned and developed,” (Kappadelta.org).

You may be speechless already, as I was, but Megan is even more unique and well-rounded—she is about so much more than her unbelievable accomplishments; she is about loving relationships, leading her Kappa Delta sisters, “striving for what is honorable, beautiful, and highest,” and representing Kappa Delta Sorority, as well as Mizzou, in the brightest light possible. While reading Megan Ogar’s responses to the questions I asked her, I got chills and could not help but smile, as she does every time I see her around Mizzou or at Kappa Delta.

I would incorporate parts of Megan’s responses, but her own words say more than I can about who she is and why she has been chosen to be a Kappa Delta CDC.

When I asked Megan why she wants to be a Kappa Delta Chapter Development Consultant she responded:

“There’s a song in Legally Blonde: The Musical in which Elle sings, "Love, I'm doing this for love,” and the song kind of became my theme throughout my Kappa Delta Presidency. That same love for this organization is the number one reason why I want to be a CDC. Like the very best relationships, both Kappa Delta and I have grown through our partnership. Kappa Delta has made me a better woman, and because of this, I have given everything that I can to return the favor. I want to be a Chapter Development Consultant because I want to continue giving back to an organization that has given me so much. I am beyond proud to represent Kappa Delta, and I cannot wait to see what next year will bring. This is something I've wanted to do since I was a new member, and I have to keep pinching myself to make sure I'm not dreaming."

I asked Megan if she has heard already what she will be working on for National Kappa Delta Head Quarters and what she is most excited about.

Megan is aware of the responsibility and honor of being a CDC and is ready to work her hardest for Kappa Delta, stating:

“Chapter Development Consultants visit chapters across the country and help with any and all things Kappa Delta. From recruitment to officer transitions, I could be doing just about anything. I love that the job is so versatile and that I will have an opportunity to see and learn about so many different chapters. I also love traveling, so I am excited to visit new parts of the country and spend a lot of time in airports. More than anything, though, I look forward to meeting and making connections with sisters from chapters across the country.”

Megan, Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota knows that if anyone could live out of suitcases and travel all over, not only looking beautiful, but also acting honorably and in a self-less manner, it is you. You are the epitome of, “Go confidently, go KD!”

Epsilon Iota Kappa Delta, Kappa Delta National Head Quarters, and Mizzou, know firsthand that there is so much we can all learn from Megan.

When I asked her if there is there any advice she can give to New Members or Kappa Delta Initiated Collegiate Members about school, social skills, getting involved, time management, or Kappa Delta, Megan responded:

“My biggest and best piece of advice for any Kappa Delta is to cherish your collegiate experience. You are a Kappa Delta for a lifetime, but you only get to have this college experience for four years. Take advantage of it! Apply for everything; go to everything; spend time sitting and laughing with your friends in the hallway; sit at lunch and talk for hours; live in the house as long as you can and get to know as many women in the chapter as possible. I can look back over my four years at Epsilon Iota and honestly say I did everything with the chapter that I possibly could, and yet, I still want to do more, which speaks to the limitless possibilities Kappa Delta provides its members. You truly get from this experience what you put into it, and four years are gone before you know it. Take every opportunity the sorority provides you and run with it.”

Finally, to the members of Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota, Megan writes:

“One thing I would like to add is how grateful I am to the members of Epsilon Iota for all of the support they have given me throughout the entire application and selection process. I have been overwhelmed by all of the love they have given me via hugs, texts, phone calls, edible arrangements, etc. I am so glad to be able to share one of the greatest experiences of my life with the people that I love most in the whole world!”

Megan, Epsilon Iota is honored to have you representing Kappa Delta as a CDC. All of us look up to you and strive to be who you are, a role model Kappa Delta. I know that you will live the idea that, “A journey begins not with the first step but the desire to go where you have never gone." You will make great things happen. We cannot wait to hear about your future accomplishments as a CDC and the unwavering love, generosity, hope in God, and faith in others that you will show all of our Kappa Delta Sisters. We love you.

AOT,

Your Sisters in Kappa Delta Epsilon Iota Sorority

Meet all 7 outstanding Kappa Delta Sorority 2011- 2012 CDC’S:

http://www.kappadelta.org/Default.aspx?p=35135&naid=5946

For more information about Kappa Delta Sorority or Chapter Development Consultants please visit:

http://www.kappadelta.org/chapterdevelopment

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KD'S Found A Way To Rock The SNOW!

After 3 snow days, the Snowpocalypse threatened to keep Mizzou students down,

but KD's found a way to have some fun, despite the blizzard!

Senior KD, Allison Tripolitis makes a new friend, literally :)

Senior KD, Megan Ogar, blows kisses to Frosty.

2011-01-31T17:26:00.004-06:00

MIZZOU BLIZZARD?!?

Hey all you pretty Kaydee's, Mizzou students, and Mizzou faculty, stay inside because the snow is on its way!

Classes at The University of Missouri-Columbia (Mizzou) after 4 PM today (Monday, January 31) were cancelled. Classes will also be cancelled tomorrow: Tuesday, February 1.

Stay safe and warm!

Love,
MUKD

Make CONFIDENCE for WOMEN a Reality

2011-01-05T22:39:00.017-06:00

Did you know that ONLY

of WOMEN describe themselves as

"beautiful?"

HOW CAN YOU HELP CHANGE THIS?

The Confidence Coalition has submitted an idea to the Pepsi Refresh Project and is in the running to receive $250K in order to host a Summit where 300 girls can come together to help make a change. By voting ONE TIME PER DAY you can

help to make this dream a reality.

Go to http://www.refresheverything.com/confidencesummit, click VOTE FOR THIS IDEA, fill out your information, and that's it!

YOU CAN VOTE WITH YOUR PHONE?!?

Yep! Take 2 seconds out of your day to TEXT 105643 to PEPSI (73774)

WILL THIS CONFIDENCE SUMMIT MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

YES. The Confidence Coalition will choose girls between the ages of 10 and 18 to attend a 2 day Confidence Summit. While at the Summit, the girls will learn about important issues that affect girls today such as: bullying, gossiping, body image, peer pressure, etc. Through these interactive workshops and discussions, the girls will ultimately decide on ONE issue to tackle in the upcoming year with the help of the Confidence Coalition members.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE SUMMIT?

The 300 girls will go home with a "Take Action Kit" and will be put into a group so that they can share the Summit ideas and support with other girls. A girl board will also be selected so that the Project can reach even more girls throughout the year.

***To learn more about The Confidence Coalition Summit Pepsi Refresh Project Proposal,

visit the above website.

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Thank you to Kelsie Coe and Laura Davison for KD's new inspirational study video!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5a-HiDD6JAs

2010-12-16T16:47:00.005-06:00

MU Kappa Delta is all decorated for the holidays!

Have a great Winter Break ladies!

MU KD Council!

2010-12-05T18:22:00.024-06:00

Kappa Delta's new Council was chosen this month!

MU KD 2010-2011 Council Members:

"What is a funny fact about yourself or your favorite holiday memory/tradition?"

President: Rose Eppensteiner

“One of the things about the holidays that I absolutely love is wrapping presents. I wrap all the gifts for my entire family and spend way too much time picking out the wrapping paper, ribbon, and bows!"

VP- Member Eduction: Kelsie Coe

“Funny fact: I recently bought a harmonica and I am working on learning to play it! ”

VP- Membership: Natalie Rooney

“I guess a cool holiday fact about me is that every year after my family does our Christmas morning celebration, my best friend and I drive around town looking at Christmas decorations at really expensive fancy houses and we get Chinese for lunch because that's the only thing that's open. It's weird, but fun!”

VP- Operations: Ellen Drazen

“My favorite part about Christmas is hanging out with my family and playing games. It's not uncommon for a charades game to get pretty intense!”

VP- Community Service: Laura Davison

“My favorite thing about the holidays is putting up our 12-foot tree. We used to get a real tree, but after they fell down three consecutive years in a row, and most of our ornaments broke, my parents decided to get a fake one. Sad day.”

VP- Public Relations: Helena Kooi

“A special holiday fact...well, growing up in Arizona, I have never seen a white Christmas!”

VP- Standards: Talai Cohen

“I love spinning the dreidel. Oh and a funny (holiday) fact is that every Christmas my family eats hot dogs for dinner (very weird i know).”

Secretary: Brittany Ness

“My family still holds a 100-year-old Norwegian tradition of eating gnocchi (a type of pasta) every Christmas eve!”

Treasurer: Jennifer Sheneberger

Panhellenic Delegate: unlisted for Formal Sorority Recruitment.

“My sister and I always have a competition to see who can get my dad the sappiest gift and make him cry!”

Congratulations girls! MU KD is excited to continue the progress of our Chapter under your leadership!

Thank you again to our 2009-2010 Council, you girls did an amazing job bringing Kappa Delta to new heights and we are so proud of you!

M-I-Z Z-O-U!

2010-10-25T13:28:00.006-05:00

Saturday morning started off with ESPN's College GameDay on the Quad (unbelievably awesome) and the annual Homecoming Parade!

Our float's Tiger Fountain (that had running water!)

Our wonderful Float creators that are so proud and deserving of their 1st place win.

Saturday night brought the Homecoming game, where Mizzou upset Oklahoma 36-27!

Kappa Deltas driving the Helmet Car on the field!

Wow, we can't believe that it's all over. Thanks to the men of Alpha Gamma Rho and Zeta Beta Tau for an extraordinary Homecoming. We couldn't have asked for better partners. 4th place overall! Yay!!!!