Kappa Delta New York Alumnae News

KDNYAA celebrated 100 years over brunch yesterday. It was a wonderful day and a great event!

2011-11-21T10:15:00.001-05:00

Check out Shamrock 2011 Pictures!

2011-05-11T10:38:00.001-04:00

EAT + PRAY + HEAL JAPAN

2011-04-05T12:02:00.000-04:00

What: EAT + PRAY + HEAL JAPAN
When: April 14th
Where: Bowery Hotel

There will be drinks, appetizers and a silent auction item with all proceeds going directly to Japan and their relief efforts.

Tickets are $75 pre-sale and $100 at the door.

TO BUY TICKETS OR TO MAKE A DONATION: http://eatprayhealjapan.eventbrite.com/

Also, if anyone would be interested in donating silent auction items, please contact me and I will send further information and a donation form.

Thanks so much for helping to spread the word and help children.
* Please be advised, this is the same night as the KDNYAA Shamrock event*

Girl Scout Cookies Pop-Up Shops

2011-03-15T14:05:00.000-04:00

Through May 5, the Girl Scout Council of Great NYC will have cookie Pop-Up shops throughout the 5 boroughs. I know we all love cookies and enjoy helping this support one of KD's philanthropies.

http://girlscoutsnyc.com/Common/CookiesPopUps.html

Shamrock 2011

2011-02-07T10:20:00.000-05:00

This year's Shamrock Event will take place in late March/early April 2011. If you would like to help out, or if you know anyone who can help with donations for gifts/prizes for our Shamrock Event, or have any suggestions for possible venues, please email kdnyaa@hotmail.com about our annual Shamrock Event!

Community Service Chair(s) Position Open

2011-02-05T20:58:00.002-05:00

The Community Service Chair(s) for KDNYAA is currently open for anyone interested! This position consists of: finding community service opportunities and plan our Shamrock event. This is a great opportunity to get involved in our alumnae association and a resume booster! If you are interested, please e-mail kdnyaa@hotmail.com.

Photos from some recent events!

2011-02-03T18:40:00.004-05:00

Our NYC Alumnae chapter joined the ladies from Eta Iota collegiate chapter to see Wicked! on Broadway. The show was fantastic and we all enjoyed the chance to share the experience with our fellow Kappa Delta sisters!

This month we kicked off the New Year with a Happy Hour. This Happy Hour was particularly special as we welcomed some new faces to the group and had a great time!

Looking for a Roommate?

2011-01-10T09:49:00.001-05:00

Erin Daigle (erine.daigle@gmail.com) is currently looking for an apartment or roommates to live with by February 1 in Manhattan. If you or if you know anyone who needs a roommate in their apartment or seeking a place to live, send her an e-mail.

Vote for the Confidence Summit on Pepsi Refresh

2011-01-09T10:00:00.001-05:00

We need YOUR HELP!

2011-01-06T08:33:00.001-05:00

As many of you know, Kappa Delta and the Confidence Coalition are working to win a $250,000 grant from the Pepsi Refresh Project to host a Confidence Summit for girls. Your Alumnae Chapters have SO much influence. I hope you’ll join us in promoting this contest to your AC members and friends.
Individuals can vote once per day throughout Jan.

- Vote online at http://www.refresheverything.com/confidencesummit

- Vote by texting 105643 to Pepsi (73774).

The 3 ACs that have the most creative ways of getting their members/friends to vote will get one Convention registration for FREE! E-mail initiativescomm@kappadelta.org with your creative promos!

PR Ideas:
- Post on facebook, twitter, your AC website, etc.
- Table in your city. Set up a laptop or encourage people to vote on the spot with their cell phone.
- Make posters/flyers.
- Have alumnae members vote via cell phone at the end of meetings/events.

With your help, we can win $250,000 for the Confidence Coalition!

Thanks for your support!

Confidence Coalition on The Today Show

2010-10-11T21:10:00.001-04:00

Kappa Delta Alumnae and members of Eta Iota Chapter at Pace University went to The Today Show this morning to promote the Confidence Coalition.

ShowBiz Expo on October 9

2010-09-21T15:02:00.002-04:00

ShowBiz Expo is the largest tradeshow & conference for the Entertainment Industry. ShowBiz Expo is a 5-Star Event that brings together everyone who works in Film, Video, TV, Theatre, Fashion and Live Events.

Attendees come from all over the world to meet with leading companies who provide products & services to the ShowBiz Industry, network with their peers and attend workshops, seminars and film screenings.

This is the most anticipated networking event of the year for the ShowBiz Industry!

If you're interested, register here.

Women for Hire Looking for Marketing Interns

2010-09-19T12:59:00.000-04:00

If you live in the New York metro area, Women For Hire has immediate openings for two paid marketing interns in our Upper West Side Manhattan office – with the definite possibility of a fulltime position after just three months. (That’s what our marketing analyst, a 2009 University of Michigan grad, did.) This is a fun, hands-on internship for someone who seeks a challenging and rewarding entry-level marketing position. You’ll work with colleges and professional associations to promote our signature career expos; secure dynamic speakers and partners for all of our events; write, format and schedule email blasts; answer reader emails and update content on WomenForHire.com. Social media savvy is a must since it plays heavily in promoting our coast-to-coast slate of Spark & Hustle retreats for women entrepreneurs in 2011. (Pack your bag!). Comfort and familiarity with Office Suite, Photoshop and Dreamweaver is important. We’ll fill these spots immediately. Here’s how to apply: First, do a quick Google search to learn who we were and what we do. Then email your resume along with a letter to jobs@womenforhire.com explaining why you’re a perfect fit.

Executive Board Position Available

2010-09-16T09:55:00.001-04:00

The position of Treasurer is available on our executive board. This is a great opportunity to get involved in Kappa Delta NY Alumnae Association. If you are interested in this position, please e-mail kdnyaa@hotmail.com and stating your Kappa Delta, budget and finance experience.

Volunteer Opportunity

2010-09-15T09:12:00.002-04:00

Volunteer Opportunity!

Volunteers are needed on Sunday, November 7, 2010 to cheer for the American Cancer Society’s DetermiNation Runners at the ING New York City Marathon. Bring family and friends and cheer together to help support our DeterminNation Runners that are making their miles more meaningful by raising money to help save lives through the American Cancer Society’s endurance program.

All volunteers will receive t-shirts, water, a snack and cheer supplies. This is a great activity for all ages! If you are interested in volunteering please e-mail Alyssa Besho (alyssa.besho@gmail.com) and let me know which cheer station is most convenient for you. Also provide me with names of other volunteers you may bring.

We need assistance at the following cheer stations:
Cheer Station Closest to Mile…
19th Street and 4th Avenue 5.5
Crescent Street and 44th Drive 14.5
106th Street and 1st Avenue 18.5
138th Street and Morris Avenue 20.5
111th Street and 5th Avenue 22.5
Central Park and E. 76th Street 24.5

All of our runners and volunteers will gather and celebrate our team after the race at Jakes Dilemma, located at 430 Amsterdam Avenue (between 80th and 81st) in NYC! Due to your support, our runners will have raised over $450,000 that will go towards the fight against cancer.

2010-09-15T09:01:00.002-04:00

The End of Summer Happy Hour was a huge success! Thank you to those of you who came out to join in the festivities. Check out pictures from the event:

New York Cares Day

2010-09-12T14:39:00.003-04:00

KDNYAA is participating in New York Cares Day and would love for you to join our team or contribute in some way!

Click Here to donate or get involved!

International Women's Friendship Month

2010-09-01T22:13:00.003-04:00

Happy International Women's Friendship Month to All!

UNIFEM Information Night

2010-08-31T10:29:00.004-04:00

Hello Ladies,

If you are interested in getting more involved and help empower women?

See below for more information about the United Nations' Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM).

End of Summer Happy Hour!

2010-08-30T10:09:00.002-04:00

Summer is almost over. What better way to toast a summer of beautiful weather and weekend getaways than drinking a cold one on the Hudson at Chelsea Brewing Company. It's a great venue; we hope you can make it! :)

Just look for the talbe with the white rose!

UNIFEM Information Night and Cocktail Hour

2010-01-21T18:59:00.002-05:00

Hi Ladies,

If you're interested in getting more involved with philanthropy or volunteering this year, this organization may be a good one to get involved with.

KD Searching for a Job

2010-01-17T18:47:00.004-05:00

Krista Akason is a Kappa Delta at the University of Illinois graduating in May with a degree in Marketing. She is bubbly and energetic with a passion for pop culture, fashion and sports. She is looking to move to NYC and is searching for a job to put her Marketing degree to good use. She is extremely interested in digital media, media planning and advertising sales. She has had internships with NBC Universal and the Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc.

If you or someone you know is looking to hire, please keep her mind! Her email address is kristaakason@gmail.com.

Job Opportunities

2010-01-17T18:47:00.003-05:00

Morpheus Media is seeking several positions within their company. If you or anyone you know are in need of the following opportunities, please email the KD email back and we'll put you in touch with the right people!

- HR Manager: http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=816079&trk=cpp_jobs

- SEO & Emerging Media Strategist: http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=810456&trk=cpp_jobs

Social Media Strategist - Please contact Dave Surgan at davesurgan@morpheusmedia.com.

Magazine Sales Campaign

2010-01-17T18:46:00.004-05:00

Do you need to renew your subscription? Renew and help Kappa Delta! To participate, go to http://kd.efundraising.com. Search for “New York”, then shop for magazines and buy for yourself or other KD friends! There is also a link to the magazine site via our website.

Membership Dues

2010-01-17T18:46:00.003-05:00

Exciting things are coming! Please note the membership dues will now be $25 and $20 for first year alumna. Dues are used to pay for the website, help philanthropies, assist local collegiate chapters, and pay for Kappa Delta National Dues. Please contact Jacqueline.noto@gmail.com regarding payment of dues.

Fundraising Event

2010-01-17T18:45:00.001-05:00

Date: Thursday Feb 11^th

Time: 7 – 9 pm

Place: Mercury Bar on 3^rd Ave (between 33^rd and 34^th)

Theme: Mad Men so wear your vintage best!

We are in need of:

Guest Bartenders and Dates to Raffle Off

Please contact Colleen Verbus at cnverbus@gmail.com if you are interested in being a guest bartender or to be a date for the raffle.

Interested in Joining NYC's Annual Homeless Outreach Population Estimate (HOPE)?

2010-01-17T18:44:00.002-05:00

Volunteers are need on January 25^th from 10:30 pm – 4:00am to canvass parks, subways and other public spaces to count the number of people living unsheltered in the city

Just one night of your time will help us collect vital information that is used by outreach teams to help homeless people leave the streets for a better life. If you are interested in volunteering please contact Kira.zmuda@gmail.com and a TEAM can be created.

Save The Date: UNIFEM Metro NY Young Professionals Info Night

2010-01-17T18:42:00.001-05:00

Interested in getting more involved in 2010? Interested in women’s issues? If you answered yes to either question, please join others like you at UNIFEM’s Young Professionals Information Night. UNIFEM is the United Nations’ Development Fund for Women and the NY Metro Chapter is looking for members and volunteers alike to join our amazing non-profit organization. We are hosting an Information Night at Vintage Irving on Wednesday February 3^rd from 6 – 8pm.

More information to come!

KD Kocktails: January

2010-01-17T18:40:00.002-05:00

Please join us for another KD Kocktails event! Please save January 28th at 7pm in your calendars and look out for the evite early this week!

"Live It, Love It, Earn It" Panhellenic Council Event

2010-01-17T18:33:00.003-05:00

"Live It, Love It, Earn It" is a Panhellenic Council sponsored event taking place on Thursday, January 19th. They are inviting the Panhellenic community to listen to Marianna Olszewski talk about her book and give tips on how to take control of your financial situation in the New Year.

Time: 7 – 9 pm

Place: Borders Books, 461 Park Avenue (between 57^th and 58^th)

2010 Dues

2009-10-04T16:57:00.002-04:00

It's time to pay your 2010 dues! Please send checks made out to "Kappa Delta NYC Alumni Association" or "KD NYC AA" to the following address:

KD NYC AA Treasurer
219 Bloomfield Street, Apt 1
Hoboken, NJ 07030

If you are a recent graduate (2009), dues are $20. For all other alumnae, dues are $25. Please contact us if you have any other questions.

Thanks!

TKE Social Event

2009-10-04T16:55:00.001-04:00

Hey guys,

Sorry to disappoint, but unfortunately we have to cancel the TKE social event. It will be postponed for a later date. Please stay tuned for more updates.

Thanks,

Michelle & Nevada

Pictures from Rooftop Happy Hour with Pi Kappa Alpha

2009-09-18T21:36:00.009-04:00

Lauren, Hayley, Nevada & Rachel

Social Chairs: Nevada & Michelle

Kate, another KD, Jake

Ben & Michelle

Lauren with a Pike

Colleen & John

Kimberly & JP

Pike, Jake, Colleen & Hayley

Bowling Happy Hour with Tau Kappa Epsilon (TKEs)

2009-09-18T21:32:00.003-04:00

Please join us for Bowling Happy Hour at Lucky Strike with the men of Tau Kappa Epsilon on Wednesday, October 8th at 7pm! We had so much fun at the PIKES event, so don't miss out on this one!

2009-09-16T19:03:00.001-04:00

Meet us for the Pi Kappa Alpha Happy Hour on the rooftop of Perfect Pint 2. Nevada, Kim and Michelle are all there!

Pace University (Eta Iota) Mock Recruitment

2009-08-25T23:29:00.002-04:00

Our Pace University chapter needs our help! If you are available to help them out with Mock Recruitment on October 4th, please contact us.

Thanks!

Rooftop Happy Hour with Pi Kappa Alpha (PIKES)

2009-08-12T20:41:00.005-04:00

Hey ladies!

Join us for a really fun event with the guys of Pi Kappa Alpha. It will be held at the Perfect Pint 2 at 45th and 3rd on Wednesday, September 16th at 7pm. They are really excited and we hope you are too! If you would like more information on where we are going, click here. Please check back for updates!

New York Panhellenic Alumnae Social Event

2009-08-11T22:51:00.002-04:00

The women of the New York Panhellenic Alumnae Association would like to invite you to a Toga Pubcrawl. Interested? Please contact Stephanie Sirb at stefserb@gmail.com.

Congratulations to Pace University (Eta Iota)!

2009-08-11T22:48:00.002-04:00

The Kappa Delta New York Alumni Chapter would like to congratulate Pace University for awards won at Convention:

Honorable Mention: New Chapter Excellence
One of Ten chapters to receive Academic Excellence

Greenwich Walking Tour

2009-08-04T00:39:00.001-04:00

Join us as we explore the winding tree-lined streets of the historic West Village. Seek out classic “mom and pop” specialty food shops, Italian eateries, and charming neighborhood restaurants. During this tour, you will taste a variety of food specialties that has secured Greenwich Village’s reputation as being one of the greatest culinary and cultural centers of the world. Discover the secrets to having the ultimate food and cultural experience off the beaten path! Website:
http://www.foodsofny.com/greenwichvillage.php.

Where: Meeting near 6th and Bleeker St.
Price: $44 per person.

Please email jennifer@jenniferjwildman.com if you are interested in attending.

Shamrock Event

2009-08-04T00:35:00.002-04:00

This year's Shamrock Event will take place in April 2010. If you would like to help out, or if you
know anyone who can help with donations for gifts/prizes for our Shamrock Event, or have any suggestions for possible venues, please email michelle.nicole.lira@gmail.com about our annual
Shamrock Event!

Please look out for more updates here and in upcoming newsletters!

Kappa Delta Fitness Club

2009-08-04T00:34:00.000-04:00

Do you feel as if you need other girls to motivate you go to a gym on a consistent basis? Or have you been dying to take that yoga class? What about a running buddy around Central Park? KDNYCAC is creating a network of girls who are interested in becoming active around New York! Please send an email to kdnyaa@hotmail.com indicating what activities you would like to do and where.

Pace University (Eta Iota) News

2009-08-04T00:32:00.001-04:00

The sisters of Eta Iota girls will be preparing for fall recruitment, which will be held on October 4, 2009 through October 9, 2009. As you may recall during your time as a collegian, this is an important time for the bonds among the sisters to strengthen and for the members to prepare for the wonderful new women that will attend recruitment! In order to reach these goals, the sisters of Eta Iota is asking for our help! Any supplies to put together an organized recruitment, healthy snacks to keep up the energy and excitement up, and any amount you could possibly donate would be very much appreciated. Please email vp-membership@kdetaiota.org for more information. Additionally, look out for an event with KDNYCAC and Eta Iota this coming fall!

New York Cares Day

2009-08-04T00:28:00.001-04:00

It’s that time of year again! New York Cares Day is happening on October 17th! If you would like to join the Kappa Delta team, please contact the Team Leader, Nevada Jones at c.nevada.jones@gmail.com.

For more information on participating in New York Cares Day, please go here.

Need a Place to Live?

2009-08-04T00:27:00.001-04:00

I just wanted to reach out to the KD community to see if there’s anyone out there looking to buy her first apartment! I bought a beautiful studio in Brooklyn Heights - the first place I ever owned - back in April 2004, am am now looking to sell as I got married last year and moved in with my husband. The space is well-kept and charming, with beamed ceilings in a pre-war, 24/7 doorman, elevator building two blocks away from the Heights promenade. It’s listed as $239K. For pictures and more information, see: http://cbhkg.com/listing.asp?propid=102894
I am also willing to rent the space for $1700/month for 12 months, with the option to extend the lease to 24 months, and an option to buy after that. Pets are allowed, but board approval is required, as this is a co-op building. Please contact me if you’re interested (or known of anyone else who is) at shaynaess@yahoo.com. - In AOT, Shayna Sebold

Now Hiring!

2009-08-04T00:26:00.001-04:00

Position: Receptionist/ Administrative Assistant
Responsibilities: They include but not limited to answering busy phones, receiving clients, and packages, filing, copying, retrieving building registrations and rent histories for trials, etc.
Salary: base $38K
Benefits: Medical covered by Oxford (employer
pays half second half covered by recipient)
Time Off: 2 weeks vacation and 5 sick/personal
days
Please Contact: Brianne Densford - bdensford@roseandroselaw.com

Founder's Day Tea

2009-08-04T00:17:00.002-04:00

Please SAVE THE DATE for our annual Founder's Day event on October 25th! This year it will be held at Lady Mendl's Tea Salon at the Inn at Irving Place (56 Irving Place). Updates and reminders will be sent out at a later date, and look out for our Evite in early October.

For more information on Lady Mendl's Tea Salon, please go here.

August KD Brunch

2009-08-03T23:48:00.004-04:00

Please join the Kappa Delta NYC Alumnae Chapter at Paradou in the Meatpacking District on August 16. We will be there at noon. They have fantastic garden and an amazing champagne brunch. For more information on how to get there and the menu, please go to their website here.

Please check back to find out how to find us and further contact information.

August Newsletter

2009-08-03T23:46:00.003-04:00

Download the August KD Metro here:

KD Metro - August 2009

NYC Panhellenic Alumnae July Newsletter

2009-07-08T14:19:00.003-04:00

Hey all,

The NYC Panhellenic Alumnae July Newsletter has been released! To get caught up with panhellenic community in NYC, please click here.

July Newsletter

2009-07-08T14:05:00.005-04:00

The July KD Metro has been sent out. To read it, click on the link below

July KDNYAC Newsletter

Job Opportunities

2009-07-03T12:29:00.003-04:00

If you have experience in search engine optimization, computer programming, etc. and are a KD sister looking for a job, please contact email kdnyaa@hotmail.com with the subject line: Job Opportunities and someone will contact you about job openings.

Thanks!

Vote For Fraternity Events!

2009-07-03T12:24:00.003-04:00

Hello everyone!

The social co-chairs have some fun ideas for the upcoming months, some including events with the fraternity alumni chapters in the lovely n.y.c. Please take our survey so we can determine what kind of events are best our alumni club. Remember, these events are for you, so please fill 'em out!

Thanks!

Click Here To Take The Survey

July KD Kocktails

2009-06-29T21:56:00.003-04:00

Please join the Kappa Delta NYC Alumnae Association at Southwest Porch at Bryant Park on July 21. We will be there from 6:30pm until 9pm. Please check back to find out how to find us and further contact information.

Read what Fashionista.com wrote about it here.

Please Fill Out Our Survey!

2009-06-29T21:50:00.002-04:00

Hey girls! Please fill out our survey so that our executive board knows how to best serve you. Thank you! :)

Needed: Treasurer

2009-06-18T22:35:00.001-04:00

Interested in becoming Treasurer? Please contact Kimberly at kdnyaa@hotmail.com and put "Treasurer" in the subject line.

New President: Kimberly Oberhauser

2009-06-18T22:34:00.001-04:00

We have a new president! Please join us in welcoming Kimberly Oberhauser. After a few years as President, Jennifer Hudson has stepped down and has passed on the legacy to Kimberly! Thanks for all the years of hard work, Jennifer, and good luck on your future endeavors! We can't wait to see you at events and see how things are going!

May Newsletter

2009-06-18T22:27:00.000-04:00

Download the KDNYAA newsletter here:

May KDNYAA Newsletter