Issue 3 Volume 24 Monday, April 22nd, 2013 University of Washington

THE

GREEK VOICE
Center Greek ASUW Candidates

Inside

3 7
credit Desi Schatz

Interview with James Ehrmann, IFC Advisor Get to Know Dubs

Even in the Rain, Exchanges Remain Dry

by Mollie Swan

xchanges are a most popular way for sororities and fraternities to spend quality time together and get to know each other. Lately, chapters have been exploring some new, fun exchange ideas, which have been receiving positive feedback. According to Panhellenic Vice President of Risk Management Jillian Celich, there are numerous benefits of hosting and attending exchanges. Mainly, fraternity men and sorority women have the opportunity to spend quality time with each other in a safe and comfortable environment. Men and women are able to confidently interact with new people and build friendships with peers they may not have met otherwise. These exchanges allow all chapters to get to know one another, which is important in such a large Greek community. The emphasis on exchanges has inspired deeper interconnected relationships between all chapters throughout the Greek community. Both fraternity men and sorority women enjoy getting to know each other and also enjoy forming genuine relationships. When asked why he enjoys dry exchanges, Sigma Chi freshman Lincoln Ware said, You get to know the people youre with a lot better. Exchanges encourage you to get out of your comfort zone and meet new people. In fact, in some cases Greek community members prefer these social events, not only for the opportunity to befriend new people, but also because the activities are planned to ensure that each member is interacting and having fun. The entertaining activities also provide a study break for stressed students. Alpha

credit Luke Picking Beta Theta Pi and Kappa Alpha Theta freshmen at a finger painting exchange Gamma Delta freshman Olivia Trevarthen commented, Dry exchanges make [women] more willing to participate even when they have a heavy load of homework. Sigma Phi Epsilon is an example of a chapter that has planned unique and successful exchanges. They have utilized ASUWs Experimental College (EXCO) to plan engaging activities, such as salsa dancing, for exchanges. Other classes offered by EXCO that would make great exchange activities include art, cooking, swing dance, salsa dance, pilates, martial arts, self defense, and yoga classes. Most recently, Sigma Phi Epsilon hosted a Flirting 101 exchange with Delta Delta Delta. It was hosted by Kate Stewart, a legendary dating coach and the Flirting 101 wteacher at the UW Experimental College. She gave the men and women tips on how to strike up conversation with the opposite sex and helped them test out their skills. One of the tips Stewart gave the fraternity gentlemen was to touch girls elbows in order to show they are flirting in a subtle manner. Freshman Delta Delta Delta Coco Janze said, It sounds kind of silly and awkward, but since it was such a laid back setting, it was actually really fun and entertaining. At the end of the night it was just a good way to meet the Sigma Phi Epsilon [men]. In the past years, the subject of wet exchanges has frequently surfaced between the presidents, the IFC, and the Panhellenic Association. This year, there has been

continued emphasis by the associated presidents of each council on the fact that exchanges are dry functions, meaning no alcohol or substances are to be provided or consumed by any participant during the event. According to the Fraternal Information & Programming Group (FIPG) Risk Management Policy, No chapter may cosponsor, co-finance or attend or participate in a function at which alcohol is purchased by any of the host chapters, groups or organizations. The FIPG Risk Management Policy is recognized as the official risk management policy of many fraternity and sorority national organizations, including 34 chapters in the UW Greek community. Organizations that do not abide by this policy operate under similar guidelines. At their annual retreat, the presidents of each chapter in the UW Greek community committed to a ensuring a zero tolerance policy on wet exchanges. The commitment to uphold exchanges as dry functions emphasizes the interfraternal and panhellenic values in our community, and revitalizes the ongoing effort to strengthen the relationships between chapters. With the weather slowly changing for the better, spring quarter is the perfect time to plan some exchanges with other chapters you may not know as well as you would like to. As the weather gets nicer and the school year comes to a quick end, take advantage of opportunities to build relationships with other members of the Greek community! Contact Mollie mollielswan@gmail.com

Like Us? Follow Us!

facebook.com/UWUGC

UGC @UWUGC

facebook.com/UWInterfraternityCouncil

IFC @UWIFC

UW Greek Life @UW_GreekHuskies

facebook.com/UWPanhellenicAssociation

Panhellenic @UWPanhellenic

facebook.com/UWNPHC

NPHC @UWNPHC

Greeks Studying Abroad

by Katherine Bueche

The Greek Voice

ith the exceptionally beautiful campus, active student life, and activities that the University of Washington and Seattle have to offer, it can seem nearly impossible to leave it for winter break nonetheless an entire quarter. The idea of studying abroad is terrifying to some, the ultimate college experience to others, and for some its not even a consideration. With the Greek Community being as close and involved as it is, the idea of propelling oneself into a new country, culture, and language can definitely be a complex decision for a student. UW currently offers over 70 student exchanges with universities across the world, and while most students base their destination on the language or culture they know, there are also many great English-speaking schools abroad to spend a semester. Chloe Lee, a sophomore member of Gamma Phi Beta, chose to study abroad in Spain with the art program this Spring Quarter and said, Its a ball. I didnt know anyone coming in and I think its the way to go. UW is so huge theres so many people that you havent met yet, and two weeks in I already know everyone here better than I know myself! She says taking classes at another university has made her learn in a completely new way as well as appreciate the amazing qualities of UW even more. The activities planned for her trip are extensive on the instructors part; in eight days she was able to see four of the largest cities in Spain, three of the best art museums, eat her weight in bread and fight a baby bull. It seems to be common that those who study abroad consider it to be incredibly fulfilling and something that makes the college experience unforgettable. Junior Julia Heydenreich in Zeta Tau Alpha studied abroad last year, and described it as, one of the best experiences a college student could ever do. You get to embrace yourself in different cultures and histories that you only heard or read about. Being Greek is something very close to our hearts, and while abroad members are missed while they are away, we can sleep soundly knowing they are having the time of their lives and that theyll tell us all about it when they get back. Contact Katherine katherinebeuche@gmail.com

credit Desi Schatz

UW Greeks enjoying life in Ireland on the Cliffs of Moher (left) and Paris, France (right).

Greek Voice Editorial Staff

Editors-in-Chief
Luke Picking 15 Interfraternity Council Vice President of Public Relations uwgreekvoice@gmail.com Marissa Freeman 14 Panhellenic Association Vice President of Public Relations uwgreekvoice@gmail.com

Extra
Editors

Cover: Alpha Xi Delta and Theta Chi enjoying bowling at the HUB during an exchange

David Gillam 14 davidgillam@gmail.com Kim Downing 15 kimberlydowning@comcast.com Stephanie Hamill 15 shhamill@uw.edu Aleksander Posielski 16 alex.posielski@gmail.com Evan Rumpza 16 evanrumpza@msn.com

Interested in contributing to The Greek Voice? Our application is located on the IFC website, which can be found at www.uwgreeks.com. Interested in having your chapter featured in the next issue? Know of a story pertinent to the UW Greek community? Send us an email at uwgreekvoice@gmail.com. Contact us with your questions, comments, or concerns. Editorsin-chief are available to meet by appointment at least two days in advance. Our office is located in HUB 236 (M-F, 9-5)

Graphics Editors
Nicholas Franko 16 frank0@uw.edu Desi Schatz 16 schatzd@uw.edu

The content of this newspaper accurately represents the current values of the University of Washington Greek community. All contributions are made by active Greek members in good standing with his/her respective chapter. The opinions expressed in this newspaper are not necessarily the opinions of a members chapter, the Greek community, or the University of Washington.

Monday, April 22nd, 2013

3
Assistant Director of the OFSL, IFC Advisor
A big goal [is centered around the] image of the Greek Community. [We want to] increase the social media presence and be active on a daily basis. For the rest of this academic year, the UW Greek Community has two major events that involve the advisors: Greek Preview and Greek Week. [During] Greek Preview we want the make sure that we put our best foot forward to sell the community in the most effective way, said James. [During] Greek Week the Greek Community is in the spotlight We are building awareness, [and hopefully] shedding positive light on the community. The role of an OFSL advisor cannot be categorized in a singular job description because the duties of this title vary greatly. However, in analyzing all of the ways in which advisors are utilized, it is safe to deduce that their main objective is to help us, as members of the Greek Community, to succeed. often, but advisors play a crucial role in the support system of every chapter at the UW. James Ehrmann is the Assistant Directors of Fraternity & Sorority Life, IFC Advisor. James responsibilities revolve around the thirty-two fraternities at the UW that make up the IFC (Interfraternity Council). Krista Bennitt is the other Assistant Director who works with sororities in the UW Panhellenic Association. Their office is located in the HUB room 236. My top priority is being available to students in [these] groups, focusing on their goals and identifying how I can support them to help reach those goals by using the resources I have, James said. [My job includes] setting up programs, clarifying questions, finding space to host events on campus, and filling out paperwork. It is a lot of building relationships and maintaining enthusiasm. James was no stranger to Greek Life before becoming an advisor. He joined a Sigma Nu fraternity as an undergraduate at the University of Iowa in 2003 and served as president of his chapter, IFC, and Order of Omega in consecutive years. Following graduation, James was a consultant for his fraternity over a three-year period and found this to be a pivotal experience. James said that during his work as consultant, he came to the realization that he wanted to interact with students on a regular basis. James went on to receive a graduate degree in higher education and administration. When the advising position at the UW became available, James recognized it as an excellent opportunity, despite the fact that the job was located far from home. It was a perfect fit for what I wanted to do: work with a community of fraternity men and help them reach their goals, James said. James made it clear that he is not the entity who determines the objectives for our community, but rather, is a tool to help us achieve them. He explained a number of endeavors OFSL is currently working on such as programing projects. These projects are sometimes employed with roundtable discussions to identify problems, learn effective strategies, and frame a conversation. Additionally, James helps Greek members look over and revise documents, such as the Greek Awards Program, to improve them and make them easier to use. Additionally, a major objective is to enhance and expand the role of media.

Interview with James Ehrmann

s a member of the Greek Community, we know there are leaders who keep our organization running smoothly, but it is easy to lose sight of the fact that everyday a group of students and faculty are working diligently in the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life (OFSL). We may not individually interact with them

by Laurel Rice

credit Student Life

Contact Laurel laurel.w.rice@gmail.com

ASUW Elections: A Crash Course

season is upon us. On Friday, April 12th, we witnessed a host of festivities in red square to bring excitement to the kick-off of the official start of campaigning. As signs, stickers, buttons and booths overwhelm our campus, it is easy to get lost in the publicity of campaigns and miss their underlying purpose: deciding who we pay to improve the husky experience for all. Though it can be difficult sometimes to connect ASUW with its goals and contributions to campus, taking the time to become an educated voter can have resounding effects in making you more knowledgeable about campus, student government, and the future of the University. Historically, ASUW has had a huge impact on campus, from building Husky Stadium to the recent repeal of differential tuition and the investment in the new HUB. With that in mind, who you elect can have tangible results, especially when an issue you care about, be it an event your chapter wants to put on, a class you want to take, or an RSO that you are a part of is collaborating with ASUW. Therefore, when it comes to working in tandem with the Board of Directors or even expressing your ideas or concerns to them, it is important to ensure that those who fill these roles have the experience to help push our goals forward, the creativity to find viable solutions and the approachable attitude to welcome student opinion. With so much at stake, and so many advertisements pulling us in different directions, how is a student to get unbiased, substantive information about the qualifications, objectives and outlooks of various candidates? The Elections Administrations Committee (EAC), chaired by Maxine

by Amber Amin

ith the outbursts of coral and yellow throughout campus, there is no doubt that election

Sugarman is comprised of neutral volunteers committed to conveying raw information and providing bias-free voting stations. Their theme for the year is Under the EAC: Seeking the next wave of leaders and they will be tabling with Malibu green shirts around campus. Additionally, a major change in the Elections Policy and Procedures (EPP), the rules enforced by the EAC regarding campaigning, is the ban on food giveaways by campaigns. Cotton candy was a popular giveaway during voting days last year, for students who visited and potentially voted at candidate-run voting stations. Due to its allegations of bribery and in the interest of promoting educated voting, this practice has been banned for the coming election season. With this minor change comes an even bigger positional change which is the restructure of the Board of Directors. The director of communications, while previously an elected position, will now change to the title of communications director and will be hired. Replacing the director of communications on the elected Board of Directors will be the elected at-large position of Director of Service and Partnerships. There are several factors that brought forth this transition. As Brandon Himes, the current director of communications put it, The transition to hiring the director of communications was caused due to the skills based nature of this position and the addition of the Office of Communications this year. The director of communications now has shifted towards a management role and oversees 4 ASUW employees and also requires vocational knowledge of programs such as Adobe Creative Suite, camera equipment and other media skills that are easier to find and identify through a hiring process. Through a process of evaluating what

student needs could be better met and how ASUW could strengthen its efforts, the role of director of service and partnerships was born. Himes continues that, This new position fills a student need in that an elected student representative will now have a voice in meetings such as the UW Sponsorship Office, at athletic meetings, and will allow more students to be involved in community service projects that the director will head up. In addition, the director of service and partnerships will liaison to alumni, the Carlson Center and oversee the Husky Pride Fund, an ASUW scholarship meant to financially aid students in activities that enrich the husky experience, for example, by covering Dawg Pack tickets or activity fees. Current ASUW president Evan Smith comments, I anticipate positive implications for both ASUW and campus life with this change. With our new focus on community service and external partnerships, the ASUW will expand its reach and acquire more resources to better serve students. Campus life will be enriched through the increased availability of opportunities to engage with alumni and community service opportunities. Himes echoes the sentiment that this change will bring forth positive shifts, adding that, This [change] means that information about ASUW will be more accessible to students and they should be able to better understand our mission, function and transparency efforts. I think that this will also improve the quality of representation on the Board of Directors as the Director of Service and Partnerships will have a direct voice in important meetings that will truly impact the student experience. Its no secret that the Greek community values the inclusion of service in the college experience. From feeds and philanthropies to All Greek Service Week, giving back to

the community is a huge aspect of what it means to be Greek. A primary focus within the role of Director of Service and Partnerships will be to work toward growing the manifestation of community service in our campus culture. With the strong and proud Greek tradition of being dynamic citizens of our communities, it comes as no surprise that both candidates for this new role are Greek. Burgess Malarkey (FIJI) and David Weingarten (Alpha Epsilon Pi) are both active Greeks with backgrounds in community involvement and service. Few things inspire more Greek pride than being renowned for incredible fundraising and service efforts and it will be exciting to see this being recognized at the Board level next year. As a Greek, you have additional incentive to vote as it will be worth Greek Week points but dont let this be a reason to vote for whoevers voting station you happen to stumble into. As youre walking through walking through Red Square in the coming weeks, take the time to talk to candidates and understand their visions for the future of the university so you may confidently cast an educated vote for candidates who will best represent you! Contact Amber amberaa3@uw.edu

How do you define community service? I see community service as a vehicle to bring together a group of people and engage in activities to make a tangible impact on our communities. It is a way to enable individuals to become more responsible and aware of their surroundings. How has Greek life shaped your approach to community service? As a member of the Greek community, I have had the opportunity to serve as Alpha Epsilon Pis Philanthropy Chair and Civic Leadership Chairman. Both of these roles have given me the opportunity to enhance my brothers civic engagement with our local community. The Greek community is a proven example that individual commitment to a group effort can bring about incredible successes through philanthropy and service. What experiences do you seek to bring to the role of Director of Service and Partnerships? Ive grown up surrounded by a culture of service. Prior to my college experience, I created a partnership program between my youth group in Los Angeles and a community I had a connection to in Uganda. Today, I act as an advisor for this youth group that spans eight communities and over 200 youths throughout Uganda and Kenya. At UW, I gained a great deal of experience as both the Philanthropy Chair and Alumni Relations Chair of AEPi. Currently, I serve as a Repair the World

Programming Intern at Hillel UW and I have been helping facilitate partnerships between my organization and the Just Garden Project and The Friendship Circle of Washington. Coming into a position that has never existed before, you have a lot of room for creativity and shaping. What do you hope to build the role of Director of Service and Partnerships into? This position has huge potential with its broad range of responsibilities. I hope this position can act as a bridge for communities across UW to unite for communal and philanthropic programming. I want this position to be the hub of service within the association and act as a liaison for students looking to get involved in our community, whether it be through quarterly service programming, education and advocacy opportunities, or service learning through the Carlson Center. Why is giving back to the community an essential aspect of being a Husky? As students at UW, we have heard countless times that, discovery is at the heart of our university. I believe that one of the best ways for students to discover is through real world experiences that involve engaging with your community. Seeing things from the perspective of others and making that personal connection is one the the greatest forms of discovery and an essential aspect of our roles as Huskies.

Meet the Two Greeks Running for the New ASUW

How do you see this position affecting the Greek community? The Greek community already has an excellent structure in place for making service a priority within its chapters. This position will open up opportunities for the Greek community to collaborate across campus and maximize its potential for impact. I want to work with the councils governing our Greek community to expand the reach of programs such as Greek Service Week and explore the Greek communities involvement in an ASUW sponsored Service Awareness Week. What is your favorite part of being Greek? People often call it the Greek system, but by doing so they take away its real impact as a community. This collection of chapter houses is more than just a group of people living similarly. The community aspect is what I find most appealing and welcoming about being Greek. It is a comfortable feeling knowing that I am surrounded by organizations that strive to build character, future leaders and engage their members socially, scholastically, philanthropically.

Going Hea

David Weingarten
Alpha Epsilon Pi

t d AS a o UW R
Young Democrats & College Republicans Forum

April 17th

OMAD & SAB Forum

ECC Unity Room

April 29th, 4 PM

Campaigning Begins

April 12th

Preside

May

Lo

April 23rd, 7:30 PM

RHSA, IFC, & Panhellenic Forum
Paccar 192

Greeks
In Elections
Alex Frasier
FIJI
Vice President

Gamma Phi Beta

Programming

Kelli Feeley

Sigma Phi Epsilon

Community Relations

Steven Do

Featured on this page are the Greek candidates running for office in the 2013 ASUW elections. The Greek Voice does not endorse a specific candidate, policy, or ticket in the ASUW following their forum. Endorsements are made on a candidate by candidate basis. Chapters that are members of these organizations may make endorsements independent of t

ad to Head

W Director of Service and Partnerships Position

How do you define community service? Community service is voluntary work with the intention of improving all aspects of community life. This can take many different forms, such as physically cleaning up the local area or working to engage community members and provide them with better health and safety resources. How has Greek life shaped your approach to community service? It has taught me about the value of serving with my friends and peers. Throughout my freshman year my chapter volunteered at the Boys & Girls Club nearly every week, this showed me how having a whole group of people engaged in the same project means that the nonprofit has more volunteers and each individual has a fun rewarding experience while developing closer relationships with their friends. What experiences do you seek to bring to the role of Director of Service and Partnerships? Over this past year I was the CoChair for Fijis Major Project, in which we supported a nonprofit basketball program, Home Court. I managed extensive alumni outreach, worked with

Burgess Malarkey
FIJI

corporate sponsors, and partnered with a nationwide hotel chain in order to successfully run a basketball from Las Vegas to Seattle and raise over $32,000. I also have a great amount of hands on experience with service. I have volunteered at many nonprofits in the Seattle area, such as Food LifeLine and Sail Sand Point, as well as having spent a month in Senegal participating in a service learning project. I hope to bring my experience with service projects, logistics of raising capital, and working with businesses to the position. I spent a month in Senegal on a service trip, giving me in depth firsthand experience to community service. All of the skills I gained from managing this project are a necessary part of the wide ranging role of Director of Service and Partnerships. Coming into a position that has never existed before, you have a lot of room for creativity and shaping. What do you hope to build the role of Director of Service and Partnerships into? I want to expand the role of the Husky Pride Fund by doubling its endowment to over $100,000 so we can support more students who are missing opportunities due to financial restrictions. I also hope to build ASUW into the number one resource for students interested in on and off campus service. Ill do this by enhancing service events put on by ASUW, as well as creating close relationships with local nonprofits where students can easily serve together.

Why is giving back to the community an essential aspect of being a Husky? As Huskies, we are all seeking an education with the hope of improving our lives and in turn, making the world a better place. Service is an integral part of the Husky experience because it works towards both of these goals by enhancing our community, but also enriching the individual experience. How do you see this position affecting the Greek community? A key goal of mine is to increase the collaboration between Greek Philanthropy projects and Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) in order to team up separate communities. In tandem with greater collaboration, I would create a campus-wide service calendar that would collect all events being put on by students in one place. Through these steps I hope to drastically increase participation in all Greek service events. What is your favorite part of being Greek? The support, friendship and camaraderie that exists among the fraternities and sororities makes me feel apart of a smaller community at UW. I love that the Greek community is committed to academics, leadership, and community service while also placing an emphasis on being social. Being Greek has allowed me to develop relationships with many different students and has really given me a tangible way to be connected on campus.

to E

dential Debate

y 1st, 7 PM

ocation TBD

LE

ASUW Senate Forum

Gowen 301

May 7th, 5 PM

May 10th, 4 PM
The Daily Forum
Location TBD

I CT
Kyle Curtis
University Affairs

N O
May 13-15th
(vote.asuw.org)

Elections

Evelina Vaisvilaite
Zeta Tau Alpha
Policy & Procedures

Kyle Libra
Theta Xi
Programming

Delta Lambda Pi

Daniel Nugyen
Sigma Phi Epsilon
President
writer Amber Amin design Desi Schatz & Luke Picking photo credit Huskies Now & One Husky

W election. The Interfraternity Council, Panhellenic Association, and the United Greek Council make independent endorsements those made by any council. Endorsements made by a council or a member chapter do not represent The Greek Voice in any way.

Anchor Splash

Philanthropy
by Katherine Bueche
The Delta Gammas fundraise through donations, late night feeds, tickets for the talent show, and a coin drive for a Mr. Beautiful eyes portion. Another truly unique aspect of this philanthropy is that there are events open to the public! On Friday May 3rd at 3pm is pool day at Delta Chi, involving entertaining events like a belly flop competition, synchronized swimming competition, and a relay race. On Saturday May 4th is probably the event most people look forward to, which is the skit day in the Zeta Beta Tau parking lot. This is where the Anchor Men show off their hard work and dedication in The Mr. Hardbody competition, and Delta Gamma announces the winners of the separate categories, as well as the winner of the coveted title: Anchor Man. This year, sophomore Delta Gamma Erin Hollingshd is in charge of planning the event. It seems nearly impossible to have just one favorite part of this event, but when asked Erin said, My favorite part of Anchor Splash is the fact that so many people look forward to it every year. Last year during pool and skit day I was so proud to be a DG just to be a part of an event this big. And now, to be able to plan the whole thing, Im sure I will be in awe when the final day comes. The ladies encourage the entire UW community to come watch these great events.

The Greek Voice

uns out, guns out. Coming up in the beginning of May is Delta Gammas annual philanthropy event, Anchor Splash. This philanthropy event is undoubtedly entertaining and a yearly favorite of the Greek Community, but in the end it is all for an amazing cause. A unique part about Anchor Splash is that Delta Gamma actually founded the organization the money all goes to, Service

for Sight and Aid to the Blind. Last year they raised around $60,000 through Delta Gamma fundraising as well as the contestants personal fundraising. The Anchor Men go through tons of preparation for the event, fundraising and gaining support from their chapter as well as many choosing to stick to a rigorous health and exercise regime for the Mr. Hardbody competition.

credit UW Delta Gamma Delta Gamma and the fraternity gentlemen have put a ton of work into Anchor Splash, so go ahead and put coins in the beautiful eye jars around campus, check out an event or two, and support your favorite potential Anchor Man all for a great cause! Anchor Splash begins April 29th, and ends May 4th. Contact Katherine kbueche@uw.edu

Photographer
credit UW Delta Gamma

Crescent Challenge

by Jonathan Iwazaki

pring quarter can be described in one word: indescribable. The campus is blooming, the weather is at least halfway decent, and the Greek community is buzzing with activity. Winter hibernation is over and everyone seems to be busy with something whether it be graduating or experiencing the Greek community for the first time. Of all of the terrific things the community does, giving back is always a popular occurrence especially in the

credit UW Gamma Phi Beta

spring time. Therefore, it is primetime for chapter philanthropies, each one offering up something a little different and all of them benefitting an admirable cause. Starting on Monday, the women of Gamma Phi Beta will unleash their newly revamped philanthropy week entitled the Crescent Classic. Instead of spotlighting one sport which had been done in years past, it is comprised of a diverse collection of different events. There will still be friendly rivalries between the participating fraternities because what is life without a little healthy competition? Throughout the philanthropy, points will be cultivated, and a winner of the week will be crowned. The packed week is no boring one trick pony, but instead an exciting combination that is much more reminiscent of a candy variety pack. For those that crave overindulging in the dessert category, Mondays events are a pieeating contest and an ice cream social. This provides a perfect opportunity to utilize some unnecessary sugar consumption and talk to someone new. Tuesday heightens up the physical aspect to the competition with field day; a healthy chance to do good for your body after the night before. There will be tug-of-war, arm wrestling, push-up contests, among other testosterone building competitions. The talent portion of the week is on Wednesday, where all participating

credit UW Gamma Phi Beta fraternities will send up brave souls with impressive (or entertaining) acts to the stage. On Thursday, the Crescent Classic concludes with a water pong tournament that will challenge both the forearms and the elbows. Modified from last year, Gamma Phi Beta will be running this week solely on their own instead of with another sorority. The change is meant to foster enthusiasm and unity throughout the chapter. As with many new ideas, excitement comes along with it. Gamma Phi Beta philanthropy chair Alexa Faist proclaims, Were excited to start something new and we hope that everyone has a good time participating. This year, the main gauge for success is participation. Gamma Phi Beta looks to capitalize on getting people involved and aware of their cause, rather than just a meeting a sheer fundraising mark. Faist went on to explain that if fraternities enjoy the week, that they will continue to participate for years to come. Indeed, repeat customers are extremely valuable and help to develop lasting relationships. The Crescent Classics proceeds will go to benefit Campfire USA and Girls on the Run. Both are organizations that aim to empower girls. Campfire USA is a non-profit organization that hosts coed programs for teens and youths meant to teach life skills. Girls on the Run is a non-profit organization thats goal is to empower young girls through improving self-confidence and self-worth. Later in May, the women of Gamma Phi Beta will participate in a 5k hosted by the Girls on the Run organization. The Crescent Classic runs this Monday, April 22nd, through Thursday.

Contact Jonathan jiwazaki@uw.edu

Philanthropies Coming Up
April 22-26th - Alpha Sigma Phi, Phight for Phlight April 30th - May 4th - Sigma Phi Epsilon, SPE Karts May 6-10th - Pi Beta Phi, Arrow Games May 6-10th - Lambda Chi Alpha, Watermelon Bust

Feeds & Other Events

April 23rd - Marijuana Awareness, Kane Hall, 6:45 PM April 23 - IFC & Panhellenic ASUW Forum, Paccar Hall, 7:30 PM May 2nd - Empowering Our Community, Hillel UW, 6:30 PM May 11th - Greek Preview, Kane Hall, Noon

Want your chapters philanthropy featured in The Greek Voice? eMail us at uwgreekvoice@gmail.com

Monday, April 22nd, 2013

Community
one of the largest on the west coast, raising between 70-90 thousand dollars for Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Similarly to philanthropies such as Alpha Gamma Deltas Mr Greek and Delta Gammas Anchorsplash, Miss Greek is an all-year effort by the men of Delta Tau Delta as well as by the contestants from each sorority. Beginning as early as fall quarter a women from each chapter is elected to represent their house and themselves in an attempt to win both the fundraising section of the competition as well as the pageant section. For the pageant section of the competition, each contestant perfects a skill to show off to the Greek Community in attendance, bringing a wonderful opportunity to get to see some of the diverse talents that members of the GC possess. What makes Miss Greek a truly and incredibly special and heart-warming philanthropy, however, is not just the money raised for a worthy cause but also how close the message hits to home for so many. Each year audience members struggle to hold back tears as they sit and listen to story after story of survivors, lost loved ones, or close calls with cancer. Miss Greek becomes more then just a fundraiser and a pageant to so many that compete, because so many have been directly or indirectly touched by cancer. It becomes a way to give back, to fight, to stand up and say The destruction ends here, with

7
me and with us. Come support Delta Tau Delta and all the young women competing this year on April 28th at Meany Hall, and join in the fight to end a need for a Miss Greek philanthropy at all. Delta Tau Deltas successful philanthropy would not be anything without the love and support of the Greek Community and the greater UW Community in the fight to find a cure against this deadly disease. Join in the fight, and become a part of something amazing.

Miss Greek

by David Gillam

or some Greek chapters, it is a brand new structure that defines them. For others, an active and supportive alumni group builds their houses reputation. For others, it is shear size and numbers that keep them at the pinnacle of Greek life. For Delta Tau Delta, it has always been philanthropy. Each year Delta Tau Delta, or Delts, plans, organizes, and executes Miss Greek. Their philanthropy is the largest that the University of Washington Greek Community sees each year, as well as being

Contact David davidbgillam@gmail.com

credit Megan Kamerman

From left to right: Olivia Fanaro (Delta Gamma), Michael Miller (Kappa Alpha Theta), Hannah Johnson (Chi Omega), Lauren Reisfeld (Kappa Delta), Elizabeth Rodland (Alpha Phi), Sophia Taylor (Pi Beta Phi), Erica Bonthuis (Sigma Kappa), Joan Choi (Alpha Xi Delta), Janee Johnson (Zeta Tau Alpha), Sarah Shokouhi (Alpha Delta Pi), Mimi Nguyen (Alpha Gamma Delta), Alexandria Mann (Delta Zeta)

Meet Dubs

by Sarah Berkes

ou may be lucky enough to run into him at events all across campus. You can even follow his weekly blog, A Dawgs Life, to

watch him continually grow up and see what hes up too from day to day. Born November 15th, 2008 our beloved mascot Dubs is a four-year-old Alaskan Malamute from a kennel in Burlington, Washington. A common misconception to this fact is that he really isnt a Husky. Fear not as Husky is actually a generic term used for any type of sled dog. Of all the Husky breeds like Alaskan Malamutes, Siberian Huskies and Alaskan Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes are the strongest, largest, most laid back and friendliest of all. If youve seen him on campus, you can testify to his giddiness to be recognized and loved. What a perfect guy to have around! Coming from a accountable breeder, Dubs was chosen from a litter of puppies due to his markings and temperament, but most of all, the fact he loved having his picture taken. The Athletic Department took pictures of all the puppies available in the litter, but Dubs just had to find a way to get in every picture. Being the obvious choice, Dubs was picked and given his name based on a campus-wide vote. Dubs will continue to be our photogenic mascot for as long as he is healthy and able to fulfill his duties, usually

credit UW Athletics

until about age 12-15. Having so many duties, Dubs has a team of student handlers who manage him when hes away from home with his UW Alumni owners. Dubs is the first UW mascot to have both a family and student handlers. Prior to 1958 the mascot was raised by the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity and was then later owned and handled by only one family. Becoming a handler requires a lot of experience and Husky Pride. Handlers must have experience working with animals and with people and show commitment to the Husky Mascot and Spirit Program tradition. After an application and interview process, handlers are then provided with detailed training on how to work with Dubs and making sure he is well behaved and spirited at all the events he attends. Newly elected Theta Chi president Adam Davis has a lot of pride in being one of Dubs handlers. A junior and Neurobiology major at the University of Washington, Adam is also involved on campus as the Secretary of the Pre-Vet Club, an elementary school science fair mentor, and plays intramural soccer. Adam is frequently on the Deans List and has even been published in the Neuroscience Journal. As Dubss handler, Adam has the task of taking Dubs to events and ensuring

that he is being taught the most consistent and current training methods. With some family in the Greek Community we will hopefully see Adam and Dubs around more often We all know Dubs attends all the home football games and some other athletic events, but there are so many opportunities you can meet Dubs on campus as well. He attends campus and community events upon request and was even recently at the Gallagher Law Library in celebration of National Library Week. Some upcoming events you can spot him at include: Diamond Dawgs Baseball game (April 28th), Husky Softball game (May 11th) and the Bubble Bash Parade (June 1st). If your chapter wants to request him for an event there is information on his webpage at gohuskies.com. All events must be approved by the Athletic Department and Dubs owners in order to ensure that the event appropriate for our prized live mascot. Go Dawgs!

Contact Sarah sberkes@gmail.com

In need of a little extra help this quarter?

Greek Preview Saturday, May 11th

If you are an incoming student, or are currently an undergraduate at UW, and are interested in joing the Greek community, sign up for Greek Preview! This day long (24 hours for men) event will introduce you to several chapters in the community. Experience what Greek life is all about!

UW Greek Tutors
is here for you! We have tutors in chemisty, math, languages, economics, physics, and many, many more subjects. All tutoring is free! Contact uwgreektutors@gmail.com
We are also accepting applications for tutors. If you are interested in becoming a Greek tutor, please contact us!

GO GREEK!
Women

Want a tutor?

Register at uwgreeks.com
Use your smartphone and snap these codes!

Men

OR

Sigma Chi
by Marina Taylor

Sorority Spotlight Fraternity Feature The Greek Voice

taking its claim on the corner of 45th and 18th, the Upsilon Upsilon chapter of Sigma Chi has been cultivating a rich history at the University of Washington for nearly 110 years. With 119 current active members, Sigma Chi is the largest fraternity chapter on campus. Each September the gentlemen host Derby Days, a weeklong philanthropy competition benefitting The Make a Wish Foundation. The weeks activities include a field day competition, a date auction, a skit night, and a coin drive among others. This year the chapter raised over $11,000. In addition to Derby Days, Sigma Chi holds a similar weeklong event to elect their Sweetheart. Occurring in late April to early May, the winner of the sweetheart competition is announced in Whistler, BC as a part of the chapters Sweetheart Weekend trip.

&

Sigma Chi was founded on June 28th, 1855 at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio for the purpose of cultivating and maintaining the ideals of friendship, justice, and learning. Six of its seven founders were previously members of another fraternity, Delta Kappa Epsilon, but after a division within the chapter they dissociated themselves and aligned with William Lewis Lockwood, a student from New York who helped to organize Sigma Chi in its early years. The organizations original name Sigma Phi had to be changed to Sigma Chi when the constitution, ritual, seals, and other records were stolen from Lockwoods room in January of 1856. Many of Sigma Chis symbols, including the white cross and the motto In Hoc Signo

credit UWIFC Vinces relate to Christianity, however they are not a Christian fraternity. Today, Sigma Chi is one of the largest Greek-letter social fraternities in North America with over 240 active chapters in the United States and Canada. Sigma Chi prides themselves on their life-long friendships, academic excellence, social prominence, and athletic dominance. President Jack Yates reflects on what being a Sigma Chi has meant to him, growing up in this house has given me so much. What it all comes down to, after all of the philanthropies, school, and social events, its the guys I can hang out with at the end of the day. Sigma Chis rich history both nationally and locally at UW, combined with the large size of the chapter has allowed them to continue to have a strong presence here in the Greek community today and for many years to come.

Contact Marina marinataylor@yahoo.com

Kappa Kappa Gamma

by Kim Downing

ince 1905, the Beta Pi chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma has made its presence known on the University of Washington campus. Through their stellar academics, their engaged and generous philanthropies, and their all-around loving sisterhood, they have embodied the spirit and energy of a true kappa woman. When their president, Bryn Wensley of pledge class 2010 was asked about her favorite part about being a member, she enthusiastically responded, I dont know how I could possibly pick one favorite thing about being a Kappabut I would have to say that the women Ive met have been inspiring, supportive, and so much fun. Whether its a late night run to Dicks during finals week, an impromptu dance party, a crying session when youre homesick, or

exploring the world abroad, the friends Ive made have made my college experience the cream of the crop, and I know its just the beginning so thats the even cooler part. With girls like these to live with, they really have come together to make a difference in their community. According to Wensley, Kappas national philanthropy is Reading is Fundamental, which is the nations largest nonprofit organization in support of childrens literacy. Locally, they support the Ronald McDonald house at Seattle Childrens hospital and various other causes. With a philanthropic focus on the youth, they also expand their horizons and use the Greek community for support. Wensley explains their Greek wide philanthropy called Kappa Kickball, saying, We had twelve fraternities compete in a

credit UW Kappa

kickball tournament along with a hot dog eating contest and serenade competition, which was very entertaining and supported an awesome cause that our chapter is really dedicated to. Since the very first Kappa Kappa Gamma chapter opened in Monmouth College in 1870, Kappas all over the nation have lived by the values of loyalty to each sister. McKenzie Schnell, the membership chair, can attest to these values and how her chapter embodies them. Our chapter particularly values loyalty and friendship. Our members are not only loyal to each other but loyal to pursuing their education and pursuing self-growth. And with our chapters emphasis on loyalty, comes a great value for lifelong friendship. Their loyalty has recently been extended to a recently graduated alumna from their chapter, who has benefited from the love of her sisters while battling cancer. Wensley explains, A recent Beta Pi alum is battling cancer right now and actives and alums wrote notes to her on small pieces of light and dark blue paper (our colors) to create a paper chain to decorate her room at the hospital. Over half of the actives that wrote notes had never met her, yet the support for her is overwhelming! When asked what the women were most proud of about their chapter, the support they have for this member in need was certainly at the top of their list. When they are not focusing on philanthropic events and assisting fellow alumnae, the Kappas of Beta Pi enjoy a variety of fun sisterhoods as well. Wensley points out some of the most treasured traditions that she and her sisters

enjoy, saying, We have a Facebook page called Kappa Kompliments, and multiple times a day women are posting on it congratulating others for everything from getting an A on a test, to recognizing an officer for a great job planning an event, or even a shout out to someone for being super positive and a wonderful role model to the rest of the chapter. Their friendships reach far beyond the four years spent at the University of Washington. When both girls were asked what they were most proud of about their chapter, both recognized the infinite amount of reasons why they joined, and why it was so tough to choose just one. However, both agreed whole heartedly that the loyalty and ambition that stems from the girls in their chapter is certainly one of the reasons they are proud to be a Kappa Kappa Gamma. Whether a freshman or a member of the first pledge class in 1905, the sisters of Kappa Kappa Gamma have made a shining impact on the University of Washington campus, and will continue to do so in the future.

Contact Kim kimberlydowning@comcast.com

gre en dot

A Green Dot is any action that reduces the risk of violence in the moment, supports survivors or creates a culture less tolerant of power-based personal violence. A Green Dot is your individual choice to make our campus safer.

At the training, you will learn specific skills about how to do green dots, how to recognize the warning signs/red dots, examine your personal barriers and gain confidence in your ability to change culture at UW by being an active bystander.

Saturday, April 27th, 10 - 4PM Alder Hall, Room 107

Bystander Training

Join Us!

(snap this code to register!)

www.washington.edu/ greendot