Tag: On Campus Activities

Kappa Klassic

Kappa Klassic

Yes that is exactly what you think it is… a Gold Pyramid. My fraternity, built this structure for “The Kappa Klassic.” Which, is a mini golf course brought to campus by the sorority, Kappa Kappa Gamma. My group was asked to design a hole and being that our fraternity was built on Egyptian history, we built this pyramid. Looks great right?  It better! We stayed up til’ 3am building!

Egyptian Expedtion

Egyptian Expedtion

This last weekend was the Delta Sigma Phi Egyptian Expedition. The goal of the event was to of raise money and blood for the American Red Cross for the victims of Hurricane Sandy. It was our first ever philanthropy event, as a fraternity on campus and we had high hopes.

Our first event of the night was a pyramid hunt. This was an “Amazing Race” style event where groups were required to find spots on campus based on clues, upon arrival at each spot they would be given a quick task and then the next clue. First team with all the pyramids wins.

There were a number of events going on all week: coin war between all of the sororities, a organ a tissue donation sign up through Gift of Hope. On Saturday we had our huge blood drive which, by the end of the day, had a three hour line out the door!

The last event was a Ms. Cleopatra Pageant with contestants various Loyola Sororities on campus. Campus legends, Sister Jean and LU wolf judged the event.

Weekend of Excellence Re-Cap

Weekend of Excellence Re-Cap

This past weekend was the first time I have attended the Weekend of Excellence. The many awards ceremonies and celebrations that Loyola University Chicago holds recognizes students that have been active leaders on our campus.

I was fortunate to be nominated for the Emerging Leader Award at the Diversity Awards hosted by the department of Student Diversity and Multicultural Affairs. Although I did not win, I am ever so grateful that I was recognized for the work I do to build community on campus.

Friends of mine were recipients for the Damen Awards and some were inducted into the Maroon and Gold Society. Attending this event was also an enjoyable time because I was able to share the joy my friends had when receiving their pins and plaques.

On Sunday, the last Weekend of Excellence event was the Scholarship Brunch, where I met the donors of my scholarship. This opportunity was a treat, for I was able to put a face to my blessing and I was also able to thank them and show gratitude for their gift.

As I finish this week of classes, my experience this past weekend encourages me to keep working hard so I can follow in my friends’ footsteps and continue to make a difference on our campus.

Finally I Have Brothers!

Finally I Have Brothers!

Growing up I always wanted a brother.  When I came to Loyola I simply wanted to avoid Greek life. There was something about that just didn’t seem right for me  me.

Now, I realize that joining Alpha Phi Omega (APO) is quickly becoming one of the best decisions of my life.

Let me start by saying that APO is not the normal fraternity, not only do we not associate ourselves with any type of party scene but we are based around the idea of service. It is this idea that bonds the brothers and makes being part of APO so amazing. It was a fraternity based on Boy Scouts.

Last night I was finally initiated into this fraternity after a semester of pledging; never in my life have I felt so comfortable in a room of so many different people. I knew that every person in the room was there for me as I was there for them. From the wiffle ball tournament last weekend to volunteering at Snoozeum, the experience has been nothing less than amazing. I mean, seriously, what is cooler than playing in the Museum of Science and Industry after hours with all of your closest friends?

Also I should mention that APO is co-ed. Yes, I know, its not a real fraternity than right? Well this fraternity is based around the idea of brotherhood, regardless of the make-up it’s members. Personally, I would consider my new brothers closer to me than most of my family. After pledging for the last three months I have nothing but amazing memories, great stories and unbelievable friends to talk about.

So yes, I may have come to Loyola thinking that fraternities are horrible but the fact is that Loyola is so diverse that you never really know what you are going to find. And if you don’t find anything,  you are clearly not looking.