Theta Board Service Application Now Open

Applications for service on Theta’s governing boards are now open. Serving at the board level is a meaningful opportunity to help shape the future of our Fraternity and ensure Theta’s continued strength and relevance for generations to come. 

The Board Service Application is now live and can be accessed via the Board Service page on the Theta website. There, you will find detailed information about board responsibilities, qualifications, timelines, and helpful resources to guide you through the application process. 

Consider reading a recent thoughtful blog post on board service written by current Fraternity President Erica Ochs. Her reflections provide valuable insight into the impact and significance of board leadership. 

If you have questions about the application process or would like to learn more about board service, please contact boardservice@kappaalphatheta.org. 

Recruitment and Panhellenic District Director (RPDD) Vacancies

McKenzie Jerman and Alyssa Trumbull are stepping down from their roles as co-RPDDs in District XII. Anyone interested in the role may submit a Workforce Volunteer Interest Indicator in Theta Portal under Member Forms. Questions can be directed to Recruitment Committee Chair Marybeth Lily or Collegiate Growth Director Brittany Booth Vasseur.

Theta Travelers, Our New Travel Program is Live!

Theta’s new travel program with Amex GBT Egencia (Egencia) is now live! Watch this video to get started. 

You will receive an email from Egencia today that includes your username and a link to set your password. 

Please log in and review the following items in your profile: 

• Enter your contact information, including emergency contact details and mobile number. 

• Check that your profile name matches your passport name and store your passport information to make checkout faster.

• Specify your travel preferences, including frequent flyer information, home airport, loyalty cards, and seating preferences.

If you need assistance, visit the Help Center for answers to frequently asked questions. It can be accessed on your Egencia homepage. Travel consultants are also available 24/7.

• Phone: 312-741-6713

• Email: customer_service@egencia.com

All travelers must use Egencia to book travel, effective immediately. If you have any questions, please contact your staff partner or Chief Administration Officer Mindy Marshall. 

Kites Over Ann Arbor

Eta Chapter at the University of Michigan once again received its charter on Sunday, March 29, with Fraternity President Erica D’Angelo Ochs presiding over the ceremony. Eta Chapter becomes Theta’s 141st active college chapter. 

Michigan Associate Director FSL and Panhellenic Advisor Shannon Benson said, “147 years ago, Kappa Alpha Theta established its Eta Chapter as the first sorority at the University of Michigan, just nine years after the University began admitting women. Generations of members have thrived at Michigan because of the home they found in Theta. Having Theta return to campus is significant and exciting to our community. … Today, our Panhellenic community is the largest it has ever been and with women continuing to seek out this special experience at Michigan, it makes sense that Theta, who started it all, is back on campus offering a special place for new generations to become the best versions of themselves. Michigan Panhellenic and fraternity and sorority life are stronger today with Theta active and thriving.” 

Thank you to Fraternity President Erica D’Angelo Ochs, Fraternity Vice President Ansley Howze, Fraternity Ritualist Mary Jane Beach, and Michelle Geiger for presiding the Initiation Service. 

Leadership Academy 2026 

Theta's 2026 Leadership Academy took place in Chicago, IL, this past weekend. Leadership Academy is a program that provides leadership education and development to newly elected officers. Officers invited to attend focused on building connections and community such as new member directors, human resources directors, and event directors (although many different officer roles were present). The experience focused on understanding effective leadership and offering opportunities to practice applying the new knowledge to their leadership roles. 

Thank you to our lead facilitators: Mandy Womack, Gamma Sigma/San Diego State, and Natalie Padrón, Zeta Eta/Wofford. Breakout sessions were facilitated by staff members Bonni Holloway, Eta Sigma/Chapman; Pria Sharma, Eta Phi/Belmont; Jamisen Casey, Zeta Phi/Pepperdine; and Isabelle Conner, Beta/Indiana.  

This program is only possible thanks to the generous support of Theta Foundation. Thank you to Theta Foundation staff members Kelley Hurst and Sarah Hanley for attending this year’s event.  

Questions about the Leadership Academy can be directed to Melissa Shaub.

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