 Phoenix Class: Spring 2018
Major: Architecture Graduation Year: December 2021 Big Sister: Arabella Taylor Little Sister(s): Veronica Fischer ASA Positions: Junior Greek and Social Chair Favorite Committee: I loved being Junior Greek and being able to plan greek week :) Interests & Activities: drawing, watching movies, hanging out with friends! Why I Joined: I wanted to find a group of girls I could be myself with, and have a community to support and be supported by. Why I Stayed: I have stayed because of the friendships that I've made.
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 Phoenix Class: Spring 2019
Major: Architecture (Architectural History and Theory Specialization) Minor: History Graduation Year: May 2022 Big Sister: Meredith Ludlam Little Sister(s): Hanah Narine ASA Positions: Standards chair, scholarship chair Favorite Committee: Philanthropy! I love learning about more ways I can give back to the community and especially loved volunteering at the Chicago marathon last year. Interests & Activities: painting, drawing, record collecting, thrifting, yoga; 33rd street Productions (President) Why I Joined: I joined ASA because I felt so welcomed into the house and get that I align with a lot of the values of ASA. I was able to meet so many new friends that have impacted my life in a million ways. Why I Stayed: I have created such strong with bonds with all of my sisters. I love that we are all connected to one another and are hear to help each other grow in every way possible.  Phoenix Class: Fall 2016
Major: BS in Mechanical Engineering, MS in Mechanical Engineering Minor: Entrepreneurship Graduation Year: May 2021 Big Sister: Sydney MacNamar Little Sister(s): Jasmine Baste, Rebecca Pearson ASA Positions: Editor/Historian (2017) Favorite Committee: Alumnae because I could help with the 20th anniversary celebration in October 2019! Interests & Activities: photography, hiking, biking, and vegetarian cooking; Hillel, Society of Women Engineers, Undergraduate Research Why I Joined: I joined to have a strong female support system on campus! Why I Stayed: I built strong relationships with sisters that I value so much!  Phoenix Class: Fall 2017
Major: Civil Engineering Graduation Year: May 2021 Big Sister: Jodi Curtin Little Sister(s): Alyssa Thompson, Celeste Shea, Hannah Speer ASA Positions: Public Relations Chair (2018), Secretary (2019), Ritual Chair (2020) Favorite Committee: Ritual - It’s a very rewarding and enjoyable committee. Interests & Activities: running, hiking, kayaking, & crocheting, and reading Why I Joined: Coming to preview weekend I connected with many sisters and got to know them. I saw them again when I rushed and they remembered me and conversations we had. I also wanted to join to have a support group and a home away from home. Why I Stayed: The relationships I made. I made lifelong friends and have shared numerous experiences and memories with so many sisters. My college years wouldn’t have been as memorable as they have been if I didn’t join ASA.  Phoenix Class: Fall 2016
Major: Architecture Graduation Year: May 2021 Big Sister: Elaine Zmuda Little Sister(s): Dheeksha Ranginani, Aubrie Smith, Jennifer (Raum) Sabatka ASA Positions: Sunshine Chair (Spring 2017), VP of PR and Recruitment (2019) Favorite Committee: My favorite committee to be on in ASA is def marketing and recruitment (PR) as being able to be the first person that talks to a potential new sister is so exciting. You're the person that creates a moment in which someone gains interest in our national organization and communicates our values and what we uphold to ourselves. I think that's pretty special and especially seeing the faces when they get really excited and interested; it always makes my day. Interests & Activities: traveling like crazy; water-coloring and sketching; photography and videography; beginners Swedish; baking; petting furry creatures; kayaking; Order of Omega Why I Joined: I actually didn't expect to join ASA. I originally did come for the food at the first event but I kept coming back and wanted to join because I saw the ways in which these sisters and this organization really help women on a campus that is so dominated by men. It was so beautiful to see how exactly they would cheer each other on and lift each other up. The connections I made in the first week really pushed me to want to join. I felt seen and heard in a valley of unending noise. Why I Stayed: I stayed because of the bond I had with so many of my sisters. My big and I connected so fast and the sisters in my Phoenix Class are some of the most amazing people ever. These women have helped me through so many of my hardest moments. College really is a time when you transition and question so many things in life and grow from that. I struggled a lot but they kept me in their arms and helped me through it and now I get to help those that join get through their tough moments. We're really all here for each other.  Phoenix Class: Spring 2018
Major: Co-terminal Information Technology Management (IT Entrepreneurship and Management Specialization) Graduation Year: December 2020 Big Sister: Sarah Palmer Little Sister(s): ASA Positions: Social Media Chair (now PR Chair) Favorite Committee: Sports because we did aerial yoga once. It was super fun! Interests & Activities: reading, gardening, working out, yoga, web design, eating! Kappa Theta Phi, it's not a fraternity yet but we are working on making this fraternity for all genders to focus on developing professional relationships. Why I Joined: I joined to grow my professional network. Why I Stayed: ASA is filled with amazing, unique, strong, intelligent women. They are a great support system to have always ready to help in anyway.  Phoenix Class: Spring 2020
Major: Architecture Minor: Structural Engineering Graduation Year: May 2024 Big Sister: Beth Klimek Little Sister(s): ASA Positions: Interests & Activities: running, hiking. photography, painting, thrifting, and eating good food with family and friends :) ; Undergraduate Admissions, American Institute of Architecture Students Why I Joined: The sisters were so welcoming to me. They are so genuine and real which made me want to be apart of this community! Why I Stayed: I am excited to see how my relationships with my sisters develop! Everyone is so supportive of each other. In addition, I know ASA will help me develop into a woman of poise and purpose.  Phoenix Class: Spring 2020
Major: Undecided Graduation Year: May 2023 Big Sister: Jackie Weber Little Sister(s): ASA Positions: Favorite Committee: Interests & Activities: puzzles, watching movies and sewing Why I Joined: It was so nice to talk and hang out with my sisters. I was glad to have another family/friends in foreign country. Why I Stayed: I wanted to make sure I got along with the people I lived with.  Phoenix Class: Fall 2016
Major: B.S. Biomedical Engineering (Cell and Tissue Engineering Specialization) and M.S. Chemical Engineering Minor: Business Graduation Year: May 2021 Big Sister: Emily Barnett Little Sister(s): Emily Prentice, Somya Mittal ASA Positions: Treasurer, Ritual Chair, VP of PR and Recruitment Favorite Committee: Bid committee! It's so exciting to be able to offer membership into our sisterhood, and heading that committee is definitely one of my favorite responsibilities to fulfill during my term as VP PR and Recruitment. Interests & Activities: Dancing, reading, learning new languages, traveling, spending time with friends, dressing up, skincare, making things look boujee on a ramen noodle budget :) ; Student Ambassador in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Greek Council, Order of Omega Why I Joined: I joined because I was looking for a community that could help me reach my full potential in college and support me through the process of growing into the woman I wanted to be. I wanted to find a space that would accept me unconditionally and allow me to make mistakes and learn from them, without feeling like one wrong move would cast me apart from the "clique". Alpha Sigma Alpha's purpose, vision, and mission really resonated with my goals and I felt that by joining the sorority I would find the community and support I was looking for. Why I Stayed: I found the supportive community I had been hoping for, and beyond that I found some of the best friends a person could have. Throughout my time at Illinois Tech, throughout the ups and downs in classes, work, social life, and everything in between, my sisters have always been there for me. If I was overwhelmed with assignments, or frustrated with myself for some past error, there was always a sister ready to reach out and comfort me with the knowledge that she had been there too, and it gets better. In my high moments, when I surpassed my own expectations and accomplished my goals, they were there to celebrate with me and cheer me on. In my final months here, as graduation day moves ever closer, I know I can look back at my college years and feel satisfied that I spent it in the company of people who truly cared for me and wanted me to succeed.  Phoenix Class: Spring 2020
Major: Biomedical Engineering (Neural Track) Graduation Year: May 2024 Big Sister: Grace Whitmore Little Sister(s): ASA Positions: Interests & Activities: piano, percussion, reading, and baking; Biomedical engineering society, society of women engineers, Camras Scholars Program Why I Joined: I learned ASA provided many great opportunities for development academically, socially, and physically. Why I Stayed: I met so many great people and had great experiences in my first semester in ASA.  Phoenix Class: Spring 2019
Major: Materials Science and Engineering Coterminal Minor: Computer Science Graduation Year: May 2022 Big Sister: Jasmine Baste Little Sister(s): ASA Positions: House Chore Manager Interests & Activities: playing music, reading, learning Japanese, swimming, hiking, backpacking, camping, climbing, and pretty much any other outdoor adventure; varsity swimming and diving, material advantage Why I Joined: I liked the all girls environment that was there just because it is, not seeking to change STEM or something. It was nice to just relax with some girls. Why I Stayed: It's provided me with a safe place on campus and a great network for support in classes and life from a variety of women with different goals and backgrounds.  Phoenix Class: Spring 2020
Major: Mechanical Engineering Graduation Year: May 2024 Big Sister: Estefania Lopez Little Sister(s): ASA Positions: Favorite Committee: Interests & Activities: watching lots and lots of movies and tv (and being very passionate about it,, sorry 😬), reading, playing soccer, going to concerts (pre- corona ofc) , listening to music Why I Joined: I had a really hard time adjusting to college and ASA was such a welcoming environment to walk into. It has given me something to be excited about and i’m constantly looking forward to creating new memories with my sisters!! Why I Stayed: You can tell everyone is there for each other. It is hard to find a place where everyone is accepted no matter who they are and you can definitely tell that’s a big part of ASA. Also everyone is really cool and chill to be around :))  Phoenix Class: Spring 2019
Major: Applied Mathematics Minor: Business Graduation Year: May 2022 Big Sister: Emma Prager Little Sister(s): ASA Positions: Sports Chair, VP Programming & Ritual Favorite Committee: Sports Committee because it’s the only Committee I’ve been on since I joined ASA. I enjoyed helping put together workouts for workout club and coming up with new ways to motivate sisters to stay active and be healthy physically and mentally. Interests & Activities: tennis, flute, Sudoku puzzles, juggling Why I Joined: I joined ASA because I really enjoyed the environment. The girls were super nice, and I was close friends with a couple members, so I decided to give it a shot. Initially I was hesitant to join a sorority because it didn’t seem like something I would be interested in when I first came to college, but I’m glad that I did because I have been able to form many meaningful friendships with the other girls. Why I Stayed: I have stayed in ASA because I am good friends with many of the people in it. Being a member is a nice way to have a social life that isn’t too demanding but that offers you a chance to de-stress from school and connect with other people.  Phoenix Class: Fall 2016
Major: Architecture Graduation Year: May 2021 Big Sister: Grace Wischmeyer Little Sister(s): Nika Bockenholt, Oana Giuglea ASA Positions: Sports Chair, VP of Membership Education, Steward Favorite Committee: Greek Week committee! It’s really fun to be able to help the Jr. Greek chair set up and plan Greek week activities! Interests & Activities: I love drawing, listening/making music, photography, and watching a lot of movies/tv shows. Why I Joined: I joined ASA because I really wanted to get to know more girls on campus, there’s obviously less women on campus and I never had many female friends growing up so I wanted to get to know a group of ladies with values aligning with my own. Why I Stayed: I created relationships and friends that I never thought I would. My sisters have helped me get through so much and grow as a strong woman.  Phoenix Class: Spring 2019
Major: Astrophysics and Physics Minor: Applied Mathematics Graduation Year: May 2022 Big Sister: Paulina Kulyavtsev Little Sister(s): Nadia Netolicky ASA Positions: Secretary Favorite Committee: Sunshine because we get to spread happiness and positivity. Interests & Activities: playing the flute, singing, procrastinating Why I Joined: The community is so welcoming and kind. Why I Stayed: My sisters are AMAZING and I'm so glad to have them.  Phoenix Class: Fall 2018
Major: BS Biomedical Engineering (Medical Imaging Specialization) with MEng Biomaterials and Medical Devices Minor: Leadership Graduation Year: May 2023 Big Sister: Emma Prager Little Sister(s): Cassie Carlson ASA Positions: Junior Greek (Pan-hellenic Delegate), Public Relations Chair Interests & Activities: digital art, perfecting my lattes, amateur photography, Greek Council, MEDLIFE, Cru, Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society Why I Joined: I joined ASA because I wanted to find a place where I could be supported by strong women on a male-dominated campus. I met so many sisters during the first week of my freshman year during our recruitment events that made me feel heard and shared interests with me. Why I Stayed: I have stayed in ASA because of the amazing friendships I have built with many sisters. I can call on them whenever for advice and laughs, and I know that we will be close contact for years after our college experience ends.  Phoenix Class: Fall 2016
Major: Civil Engineering Graduation Year: 2020 Big Sister: Aislinn Davis Little Sisters: Rachel Komorowski ASA Positions: Jr Greek Interests & Activities: LIFE|HACE , VAMOS , Korean Music Why I Joined: I felt very welcomed and felt like I fit in right away Why I Stayed: I stayed for the people.  Phoenix Class: Spring 2018
Major: ITM Graduation Year: 2020 Big Sister: Sarah Palmer Interests & Activities: Work at YUSA, Genesys works alumn, gym Why I Joined: To Network Why I Stayed: My big is too nice for me to leave  Phoenix Class: Spring 2018
Major: Biomedical Engineering, Pre-Med Minor Graduation Year: 2021 Big Sister: Brianna Bransfield ASA Positions: Sunshine Chair Interests & Activities: Student Orgs: MEDLIFE, BMES, Work: Community Desk Assistant, Other: Swimming, Painting Why I Joined: Being an international student I had always been curious about the Greek life and so I attended rush week, this led me to find people in ASA I really like would like to get to know better. Why I Stayed: Since I have joined ASA I have got nothing other than a very welcoming community who has been extremely supportive, and it's great to be a part of this family.  Phoenix Class: Fall 2016
Major: Computer Science Graduation Year: 2020 Big Sister: Tiffini Tobiasson ASA Positions: Steward, Sports Chair Interests & Activities: Speech and Debate, ACM, Stars, Idea Shop Why I Joined: The community Why I Stayed: The bonds I've formed with other sisters  Phoenix Class: Spring 2018
Major: Psychology & Pre-Med Minor Graduation Year: 2021 Big Sister: Meredith Ludlam ASA Positions: Junior Greek Council Delegate Interests & Activities: In addition to ASA, I am involved in MEDLIFE (Medical Education and Development for Low Income Families), AMSA (American Medical Student Association), Camras Scholars, WISP (Women in Science Project), research with one of our psych professors on the impact of note taking methods, and the Undergraduate Admissions Office as a Student Ambassador. Beyond that, some of my favorite things are dancing, petting alpacas, drinking bubble tea and watching cheesy Rom Coms. You can usually find me eating brunch or exploring the city. Why I Joined: I joined ASA to be a part of a friendly and welcoming community where I could find strong female friendships. I was having a tough time acclimating to college during my first semester, so I wanted to make more friends and find a place that I felt I could belong in. ASA sounded like a good choice because I knew a few people who were already involved, and everyone else seemed great. Why I Stayed: ASA started as something purely social for me, but grew into a support system that I didn't realize I would come to need. Being around so many motivated and amazing ladies helped me develop better habits and become a better person. My sisters have given me endless advice and love whenever I was stressed or upset about anything.  Phoenix Class: Fall 2016
Major: Architecture Graduation Year: 2021 Big Sister: Grace Wischmeyer Little Sisters: Nika Bockenholt ASA Positions: Sports Chair Interests & Activities: I love drinking tea and going on walks!! My favorite hobbies involve reading, watching movies and fawning over every dog I see! Why I Joined: I never had many female friends growing up so, when I came to college I wanted to create those relationships. Why I Stayed: I fell in love with the sorority's history and found some really amazing friends. I also was (and still am!) determined to become one of the reasons someone loves this chapter:)  Phoenix Class: Fall 2017
Major: Biomedical Engineering, Psychology Minor Graduation Year: 2021 Big Sister: Sydney Kaplan ASA Positions: Service and Giving Chair Interests & Activities: I work at the Galvin Library and Walgreens. I'm involved in AMSA (medical club) and Undergraduate Admissions and I look to start a Dance Marathon on campus to raise money for a nearby children's hospital in the near future hopefully. This fall I look to volunteer at a Children's hospital and start undergraduate BME research. I enjoy staying fit, food, memes, facemasks, science, shopping, laughing and art. Why I Joined: I never would have thought I was going to do Greek Life during high school but then I stayed with ASA for scholarship Symposium (with my big-to be, Sydney Kaplan) and absolutely fell in love and knew it was where I belonged. Why I Stayed: I have made so many meaningful connections with sisters and other Greek members and has opened many doors for me over time. I love the memories and support system I have been able to form during my time with ASA. It's a great way to make female friends in a male dominated campus and I genuinely hope I maintain the friendships I have made for a lifetime.  Phoenix Class: Spring 2017
Major: Mechanical Engineering with a minor in psychology Graduation Year: 2020 Big Sister: Jackie Baranski Interests & Activities: Visual art, robotics and 3D Printing, hanging out with friends, going on food adventures, and mentoring and volunteering for FIRST Robotics. Why I Joined: For the food. Why I Stayed: For the friendships, the community of support, and the food.  Phoenix Class: Fall 2017
Major: Computer Science, Minor in Business Graduation Year: 2021 Big Sister: Emily Barnett ASA Positions: Steward Interests & Activities: X Chromotones A Cappella, Association for Computing Machinery, ukulele, gardening Why I Joined: To find a support system and meet more girls to bond with. Why I Stayed: Sisters at ASA provide an incredible support system full of incredible women, in addition to helping me stay goal-oriented and changing me for the better. |
