For more information on the Life after Lee Conference, please visit:
http://www.leeuniversity.edu/newsEvents/lifeafterlee
You can find the conference schedule and information about the keynote speaker, Emory Austin.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Monday, January 11, 2010
Local Alumni needed
For the Young Women's conference, we need your help! If you have free time to help us on Friday, February 26th or Saturday, February 27th, let us know!!!
Feel free to email-- aray@leeuniversity.edu
Thanks!
Feel free to email-- aray@leeuniversity.edu
Thanks!
Monday, December 21, 2009
Prayer Request
Shared by: Vickie Cochran Cary
A DZT Alumni, Kathy Christman Steele has been battling ovarian cancer for a few years. Now the cancer has spread into several places, including her liver, and she is in need of a miracle.
Please join us in prayer for Kathy... God is still in the business of healing!
"Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them." Matthew 18:19-20
A DZT Alumni, Kathy Christman Steele has been battling ovarian cancer for a few years. Now the cancer has spread into several places, including her liver, and she is in need of a miracle.
Please join us in prayer for Kathy... God is still in the business of healing!
"Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them." Matthew 18:19-20
Monday, November 9, 2009
Tap 90
- Courtney Clemmons
- Gerica Davis
- Shannon Dawson
- Jessica Figurido
- Leah Gilbert
- Heather Poe
Gentlemen
- Ryan Foster - Upsilon Xi
- Matthew Keyt - Upsilon Xi
- Adam Maroquin - Pi Kappa Pi
Homecoming (pictures to come soon)
If you missed DZT's 45th Anniversary Celebration at Homecoming, you missed out!
Here are a few highlights (and as indicated, pictures will be posted soon)!
Here are a few highlights (and as indicated, pictures will be posted soon)!
- Angeline McMullin and the club shared a video of their trip to the Phillipines. (I'm pretty sure there wasn't a dry eye in the house!)
- "The Armpits" entertained us with their rendition of "Sweat & Perspiration", and a Christmas song.
- Introduction of first decade alumni at Homecoming... some incredibly talented women (and men)!
- 2009 Alumnus of the Year, Melissa Ray Keyt.
- DZT beat Sigma at the alumni flag football game.
- Those in attendance were also given some information about the young women's conference schedule for February 2010. More information will be posted soon!
- If you did not pay your 2009-2010 DZTAA dues, it's not too late! Dues are $25 and you can send a check to: Anita Ray, Lee University Alumni Relations, P. O. Box 3450, Cleveland, TN 37320-3450. (Please remember to mark them for DZTAA dues.)
- There are still t-shirts available for purchase, both 2009 Harvest Hoedown short-sleeved t-shirts for $10, and long-sleeved Homecoming T-shirts for $20.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
a few details for Homecoming
If you've not notified DZT that you are going to attend the 45th Anniversary Homecoming Festivities, please do so today. You can email aray@leeuniversity.edu.
The cost for the breakfast is $10.00. Breakfast is being catered (hence the reason we need to know you're coming!).
Long-sleeve t-shirts are available for purchase. They are $20.00.
Homecoming is a great time to become a part of the DZTAA or renew your membership... for $25.00!
You don't want to miss what's going on this year! See you this weekend!!
The cost for the breakfast is $10.00. Breakfast is being catered (hence the reason we need to know you're coming!).
Long-sleeve t-shirts are available for purchase. They are $20.00.
Homecoming is a great time to become a part of the DZTAA or renew your membership... for $25.00!
You don't want to miss what's going on this year! See you this weekend!!
Friday, October 2, 2009
Why I (still) Love DZT
When Jenn asked me to write this post over a month ago, I seriously doubt she expected me to procrastinate for as long as I have. The reason behind my procrastination is simple. Okay, not really simples as it involves a long list of all that has happened in the last month to pull my attention away from this assignment, but it also includes this simple fact: I couldn't figure out what I wanted to say.
The idea of writing a blog post about Delta Zeta Tau and what my time in that clubs means to me today was originally very attractive. I loved my time at Lee, and being a member of DZT was the best part of it. I was active in DZT from the spring semester of 1995 until I graduated in 1998. I held several offices and made every effort to be involved in any way I could. However, when I sat down and attempted to explain exactly what the club means to me today, I had a very difficult time.
Allow me to explain. You see, as I would imagine is the case for many of us, DZT doesn't really have much to do with everyday life. I'm fairly certain that DZT didn't reach me any tips on how to successfully fight the potty training wars (and if they did, I must have missed it because my son is totally winning this battle). Nor did my time in DZT prepare me for the bittersweet moment when I left my daughter at her kindergarten class for the first time this year. And I'm pretty sure that being a member of the best female club on campus was no preparation for the endless peanut butter and jelly sandwiches that I make (in fact, after induction, it's a miracle I can stomach peanut butter at all). Furthermore, on a completely superficial level, my time in DZT hasn't even affected my wardrobe decisions. Indeed, I am sad to report that the number of red clothing items in my closet can very neatly be counted on the fingers of one hand. Yes. Just one hand.
I did manage to locate my old jersey, but alas, the late 90's fashion trends which dictated buying an extra large shirt only to cut off the bottom half of it with a a pair of scissors (what the heck were we thinking??) has left that shirt unwearable, even for sleep.
So, what can I actually write about? I mean, anyone who knows me from those days, knows that I really loved being a part of DZT. Sure, I could always dredge up some hilarious induction memories (most of which include me crying or laughing - it was a week of extreme emotions, as we all know). Or I could talk about the weekly meetings, the events, the never-ending bread breaking ceremonies, or the intramural sports (like the time Tony Webb coached us to actually win the flag football championship only after using many non-repeatable words to tell us to shut-up and quit acting like girls. It was totally great). Or I could always reminisce about when another member and I worked for days to create a new Sponge Toss booth for the Harvest Hoedown, only to have our volunteers back out. Apparently, getting a wet sponge thrown at your face actually hurts. Who knew?
But I know very well that while those stories may (but probably not) be entertaining and interesting, they would only be recognizable to the members who were in the club during the time I was. And did they really help to explain why I still hold DZT very close to my heart even after all these years?
So, I started thinking bigger. And here's where I ended up.
God created us as social beings. We all desire to feel loved, to know that we are important, that we matter, that we belong. I believe that this desire is even more pronounced in females. For me, and I believe for many of us, being involved in DZT satisfied that deep-felt desire. We belonged to something important, something bigger than ourselves, and, most importantly, we were asked to be a part of this because a group of people found each one of us . . . special.
I'll never forget my first semester in DZT when, during an induction activity, one of the new inductees was asked why she wanted to be a member of DZT. She immediately started crying (not totally out of the ordinary during those induction days), but through her tears she explained that all her life she wanted but never felt like she had . . . girl friends. Now, while I didn't know this particular girl very well, I did know that she had friends. She wasn't an outcast, by any means. But, I also knew exactly what she was talking about.
She wanted friends. She wanted friends who would accept her for who she was. Friends who would take a real interest in how she was doing each day. Friends who would see her through the sickness and loss of her grandfather. Friends who would be there through the breakup with the long-time boyfriend, who would celebrate a good grade or that happy engagement. Friends who would support her, pray for her, and love her. No matter what. Friends who were like. . . sisters.
I have three younger brothers. No sisters. So having a room full of sisters was immensely attractive to me. Of course it wasn't always wonderful. Let's be honest. You can't have that many women together and have everyone get along. It's simply not possible. Sure, I was closer to a few of them more than others (if you know me, then you know who those few were/are), but I'm thinking this was the case for most of us.
While not all of the relationships that I developed with the members of DZT have withstood the passing of time, what I can tell you is that, for whatever reason, I still care about these women. I search them out on Facebook, joy in seeing their families grow, celebrate their victories, and lift up their needs in prayer. Why? Because at what other time, before or after, have you ever had 40 some sisters and all the blessings that come with that?
It means something. Something important. Sure, having that many sisters comes with its own headaches. But, would I (or you?) be the same person today without DZT?
Nope.
So, while I may not break out my jersey and wear it every Monday, and I can't remember a single induction greeting, I do know that my time involved in that club and the "life-long sisters" gained from it was/is pretty darn special.
And that's why I love DZT . . . still.
The idea of writing a blog post about Delta Zeta Tau and what my time in that clubs means to me today was originally very attractive. I loved my time at Lee, and being a member of DZT was the best part of it. I was active in DZT from the spring semester of 1995 until I graduated in 1998. I held several offices and made every effort to be involved in any way I could. However, when I sat down and attempted to explain exactly what the club means to me today, I had a very difficult time.
Allow me to explain. You see, as I would imagine is the case for many of us, DZT doesn't really have much to do with everyday life. I'm fairly certain that DZT didn't reach me any tips on how to successfully fight the potty training wars (and if they did, I must have missed it because my son is totally winning this battle). Nor did my time in DZT prepare me for the bittersweet moment when I left my daughter at her kindergarten class for the first time this year. And I'm pretty sure that being a member of the best female club on campus was no preparation for the endless peanut butter and jelly sandwiches that I make (in fact, after induction, it's a miracle I can stomach peanut butter at all). Furthermore, on a completely superficial level, my time in DZT hasn't even affected my wardrobe decisions. Indeed, I am sad to report that the number of red clothing items in my closet can very neatly be counted on the fingers of one hand. Yes. Just one hand.
I did manage to locate my old jersey, but alas, the late 90's fashion trends which dictated buying an extra large shirt only to cut off the bottom half of it with a a pair of scissors (what the heck were we thinking??) has left that shirt unwearable, even for sleep.
So, what can I actually write about? I mean, anyone who knows me from those days, knows that I really loved being a part of DZT. Sure, I could always dredge up some hilarious induction memories (most of which include me crying or laughing - it was a week of extreme emotions, as we all know). Or I could talk about the weekly meetings, the events, the never-ending bread breaking ceremonies, or the intramural sports (like the time Tony Webb coached us to actually win the flag football championship only after using many non-repeatable words to tell us to shut-up and quit acting like girls. It was totally great). Or I could always reminisce about when another member and I worked for days to create a new Sponge Toss booth for the Harvest Hoedown, only to have our volunteers back out. Apparently, getting a wet sponge thrown at your face actually hurts. Who knew?
But I know very well that while those stories may (but probably not) be entertaining and interesting, they would only be recognizable to the members who were in the club during the time I was. And did they really help to explain why I still hold DZT very close to my heart even after all these years?
So, I started thinking bigger. And here's where I ended up.
God created us as social beings. We all desire to feel loved, to know that we are important, that we matter, that we belong. I believe that this desire is even more pronounced in females. For me, and I believe for many of us, being involved in DZT satisfied that deep-felt desire. We belonged to something important, something bigger than ourselves, and, most importantly, we were asked to be a part of this because a group of people found each one of us . . . special.
I'll never forget my first semester in DZT when, during an induction activity, one of the new inductees was asked why she wanted to be a member of DZT. She immediately started crying (not totally out of the ordinary during those induction days), but through her tears she explained that all her life she wanted but never felt like she had . . . girl friends. Now, while I didn't know this particular girl very well, I did know that she had friends. She wasn't an outcast, by any means. But, I also knew exactly what she was talking about.
She wanted friends. She wanted friends who would accept her for who she was. Friends who would take a real interest in how she was doing each day. Friends who would see her through the sickness and loss of her grandfather. Friends who would be there through the breakup with the long-time boyfriend, who would celebrate a good grade or that happy engagement. Friends who would support her, pray for her, and love her. No matter what. Friends who were like. . . sisters.
I have three younger brothers. No sisters. So having a room full of sisters was immensely attractive to me. Of course it wasn't always wonderful. Let's be honest. You can't have that many women together and have everyone get along. It's simply not possible. Sure, I was closer to a few of them more than others (if you know me, then you know who those few were/are), but I'm thinking this was the case for most of us.
While not all of the relationships that I developed with the members of DZT have withstood the passing of time, what I can tell you is that, for whatever reason, I still care about these women. I search them out on Facebook, joy in seeing their families grow, celebrate their victories, and lift up their needs in prayer. Why? Because at what other time, before or after, have you ever had 40 some sisters and all the blessings that come with that?
It means something. Something important. Sure, having that many sisters comes with its own headaches. But, would I (or you?) be the same person today without DZT?
Nope.
So, while I may not break out my jersey and wear it every Monday, and I can't remember a single induction greeting, I do know that my time involved in that club and the "life-long sisters" gained from it was/is pretty darn special.
And that's why I love DZT . . . still.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Link Love...
There's a new link on the sidebar for Heather (Terry) Carlson. She and her husband, Matt, are embarking on a journey to adopt a child! Stop by and leave a word of encouragement!
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Pay in Advance for Homecoming!
I've updated the previous post with the information, but since some of you receive the posts via email, I wanted to ensure you receive this.
The cost of the DZT 45th Homecoming breakfast is $10, and you can pay with your credit card by going to this link (or http://development.leeuniversity.edu/info/forms/homecoming-registration.asp if the link is not working properly). If you will scroll to the middle of the page, you'll see this:
The cost of the DZT 45th Homecoming breakfast is $10, and you can pay with your credit card by going to this link (or http://development.leeuniversity.edu/info/forms/homecoming-registration.asp if the link is not working properly). If you will scroll to the middle of the page, you'll see this:
Just FYI!
Monday, September 28, 2009
Link Love...
(I'm trying to keep up with accolades, but I miss them from time to time... if you know of one, or news to share, leave a comment!)
Congrats to Allison (Williams) Campbell for being recognized as the "Communicator of the Year" from the Ocala Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association.
If you are local, and are looking for the "best party planners in Bradley County", Kristen (Hart) and Clark Campbell want to help... they are the proud owners of Swank & Savvy!!
Don't forget to register for Homecoming... You Do Not Want To Miss This! (You can also go HERE and pay in advance for breakfast.)
Congrats to Allison (Williams) Campbell for being recognized as the "Communicator of the Year" from the Ocala Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association.
If you are local, and are looking for the "best party planners in Bradley County", Kristen (Hart) and Clark Campbell want to help... they are the proud owners of Swank & Savvy!!
Don't forget to register for Homecoming... You Do Not Want To Miss This! (You can also go HERE and pay in advance for breakfast.)
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Info about Homecoming...
By now, many of you have received a postcard with information about our upcoming 45th Anniversary Homecoming celebration. If you have not, please contact Alumni Relations at Lee University.
To register for "Celebrating Our Heritage", please go to the "See You There" page. After you've registered, you can here to see who is coming!
To "Celebrate Our Heritage," we will spotlight the first decade of DZT's legacy (1964-1973). Other decades to follow as we lead up to our 50th!!To register, visit this link. Nominations for Alumnus of the Year may be emailed to dztalumaward@gmail.com.
Please register/rsvp by October 23, 2009.
To register for "Celebrating Our Heritage", please go to the "See You There" page. After you've registered, you can here to see who is coming!
To "Celebrate Our Heritage," we will spotlight the first decade of DZT's legacy (1964-1973). Other decades to follow as we lead up to our 50th!!To register, visit this link. Nominations for Alumnus of the Year may be emailed to dztalumaward@gmail.com.
Please register/rsvp by October 23, 2009.
DZTAlumni news...
If you've not heard, Alumna Amy McBride-Richardson is the newest member of the Dove award winning and Grammy nominated Contemporary Christian Group Avalon.
Avalon just release their newest CD, Reborn, which is available in stores and on iTunes.
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Also, this past week, former Gentleman John Brockman, and his wife led praise and worship for TBN during Praise the Lord.
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If you have updates, prayers, or news to share, please leave a comment and I'll get the information posted! Thanks!!
Avalon just release their newest CD, Reborn, which is available in stores and on iTunes.
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Also, this past week, former Gentleman John Brockman, and his wife led praise and worship for TBN during Praise the Lord.
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If you have updates, prayers, or news to share, please leave a comment and I'll get the information posted! Thanks!!
Monday, September 21, 2009
Link Love
There's a new link on the sidebar for Andrew & Marbi (Mauch) DiPastena!
Stop by and check it out!
Stop by and check it out!
Friday, September 11, 2009
Alumni Picnic
This Monday there will be an Alumni picnic at Fletcher Park at 6:30. If you have any questions, please leave a comment, or contact Kayt Phipps at kaytphipps@gmail.com.
Hope to see you there!
Hope to see you there!
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Updated Link Love
I've updated the link on the side for Meagan (Brown) Winburn... (don't forget to update your links as well!)
Congrats to Meagan on her recent nuptials... stop by and leave a comment!!!
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