December Newsletter

Kappa Gamma Chi Emerson College Boston, MA Newsletter Contact: Ngawang Choney at [email protected]

Fall 2011 Wrap-Up!

Volume 3, Issue 3, December 2011

The fall 2011 semester has been a whirlwind for the sisterhood. It seems as if only yesterday, we were at our first business meeting of the semester discussing community service initiatives, potential pledges and 110th Anniversary Celebrations. Now, as most of us have headed home to rest up after a week of hectic finals, it’s nice to look back at what we have accomplished this semester. First we welcomed eight new sisters who have all shown passion and drive, as well as professionalism, who will take Kappa by storm in the next few semesters. We also conquered our community service initiatives producing over 3000 hours (summer and fall) as a sisterhood. Even through our busy schedules, we still made plenty of time to bond as a sisterhood. Our retreat this year in Plymouth, MA allowed us to get silly and enjoy a nice relaxing weekend near the beach, as well as enjoy a hearty meal at Red Robin. Wherever we went, laughter and silliness ensued, but at the end of day, we truly enjoyed being in such fine company of amazing young women. We look forward to next semester with our 110th anniversary, Take Back the Night week, Alumni Luncheon and continued professional development events. See you in 2012!

I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E :

KAPPA GAMMA CHI

Fall 2011 Wrap-Up 1

Semester Recap 2

Alumni Spotlight 2

Shine Your Light 3

December Grads 3

Retreat 4

Happy Holidays 4

Contact Us 5

U P C O M I N G D A T E S

January 20th Winter Org Fair Max Mutchnick Campus Center 12PM – 3PM

February 29th

Red Cross Blood Drive Multipurpose Room

10AM – 3PM

March 25th – April 1st Take Back the Night Stay tuned for details

Taken in the Paramount Theater by Grayson Breen, fellow Phi Alpha Tau brother.


Alumni Spotlight: Erika Schwartz Poole

December 2011

In 2002, after working in the music industry in LA since college, I decided to make a huge change. I took 6 months off to see the world, and then moved to London, England. I had always wanted to live abroad and didn’t get to do the Castle Program while at Emerson. The first year was really tough, but after awhile I met some fantastic people and finally landed a good job. With a resume of marketing, promoting and running concerts/events for bands, I was headhunted by a major player in the online poker world. Since it’s also entertainment, it is incredibly similar to the music business, and I've been doing it now for 7 years, getting to travel to Las Vegas, Russia, Australia, and around Europe for events. It's hectic, crazy, ever-changing, and definitely never boring. In my spare time, I have a rather unusual hobby. I train and perform as an aerialist or aerial acrobat. I do static trapeze and aerial silks - if you've seen Cirque Du Soleil, that’s what I do. It's great for fitness and really fun - so perfect, as I've never been a gym bunny. My other passion is wild animals. In 2009 and 2010, I volunteered at the Harnas Wildlife Sanctuary in Namibia working hands-on with big cats (lions, leopards, and cheetahs). It was the most amazing experience - getting to know and understand these amazing creatures are truly mind-blowing. They each have different personalities and bonding with a young lion just completely changes the way you think. I'd say it's one the best things I've ever done and highly recommend it.

I got married last year to a lovely Brit called Jon, and right now we are in the midst of another life-changing plan. We're leaving in Jan 2012 for a year of travelling to South America, Africa (and a visit to Harnas!), and Asia. It's the last big exploration and the chance to have the trip of a lifetime before we settle down to have a family. If you are interested, you can follow our progress at www.theintrepidexplorers.com. It's a whole new chapter, and I can't wait! All the best and Love In Kappa, Erika Schwartz Poole Fall 1994

Semester Recap


Take Back the Night Fall Teaser: Shine Your Light Walk Our Take Back the Night (TBN) fall teaser, Shine Your Light Walk, took place on November 14th with over 60 participants. Through the walk around the Boston Common and t-shirt sales promoting the event the week prior, we raised awareness against domestic violence, partner abuse and sexual assault, and proceeds of $500 for Kappa’s annual Take Back the Night weeklong series of events for next semester. The sisterhood was grateful for all the participants who supported

this important case, as well as moved by those who read monologues, poems and shared their own stories. The event gained a lot of recognition from the Emerson community, which we hope will inspire more co-sponsorships and supporters for the spring event. We are appreciative of our lovely TBN Co-Chairs, Landry Allbright and Wynn Harrison, who planned an amazing event. We can’t wait to see what they have up their sleeves for next semester. Stay tuned for important updates in the following months for our annual Take Back the Night event.

December 2011

Goodbye December Graduates! As we end the fall 2011 semester, we must say goodbye to a few of our senior Kappas. Melissa Boss, Marrin Goodall, Ariel Knoebel, Valerie Molina and Melinda Warren are all December graduates. We are so proud of our sisters for finishing their Emerson journey a semester early, but we are sad that they must embark on their journey without us. However we know that these ladies will be doing great things in the years ahead of them. With that, we are happy to see them take over the world!

“My sisters have been my backbone and I can't express just how lucky I am to say that I have been a part of an amazing organization that empowers leaders and fosters growth every day.” – Valerie Molina

“Kappa made this transformation complete when I entered the organization fairly late in my college career by offering me an important structure of support and encouragement that gave me the tools and courage I needed to follow my passions and make them reality.” – Ariel Knoebel, Invisible Children Roadie

“The undying support and inspiration from my sisters has been unbelievable. I will miss everyone dearly, but I know the bonds of sisterhood will last forever: Once a Kappa Always a Kappa.” – Melissa Boss

“I owe an incredible amount of gratitude to each of my sisters and Emerson College for preparing me for this next stage of life.” – Melinda Warren, future Teach for America Corps Member

“A collection of talented and ambitious women, Kappa Gamma Chi pushed me to become a more poised and prepared young professional.” – Marrin Goodall


Kappa Retreat Our Kappa Retreat this semester took place at a lovely beach house in Plymouth, MA. We feasted on fine cooking and Red Robin, watched a Ryan Gosling movie and enjoyed quality sister bonding time together. It was the perfect weekend getaway during the middle of the semester. Also, having the beach down the street wasn’t too shabby either!

December 2011

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

& HAPPY NEW YEAR!


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E-Board and Active Sisters

December 2011

Executive Board

Kate Hefler President

Dominique Banas Vice President

Landry Allbright

Treasurer

Gemma Simko Corresponding Secretary

Elizabeth Mantey

Recording Secretary

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