Indianapolis, IN – Over 400 Alpha Sigma Tau members and guests gathered to “Sail into Excellence” at the 38th National Convention in June. The membership engaged in considering new governing documents, electing the National Council, learning from national Greek community educators, building 175 baskets for the local Ronald McDonald House, having fun, and sharing in the Ritual Services of the Sorority.

Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority adopted new National Bylaws and Standing Rules, bringing the volunteer structure in alignment with the organization’s strategic areas of focus. The new structure moves the board to a governance-spectrum model with a President and five Vice-Presidents, one of which is a collegiate member at the time of election, and volunteer personnel who are strategically focused. The structure will increase the number of volunteers at the chapter advisory level and in strategic work groups while decreasing the number of volunteers who perform operational tasks. This change allows the Sorority to focus on: member development, growth and retention, infrastructure, alumnae engagement, communication and marketing, and maximizing financial resources.

For the final biennium of the current board structure, the Sorority elected the following National Officers as the National Council:

National President – Christina Covington
National Vice President – Shelly Redmond
National Secretary – Tiffany Street
National Treasurer – Tammy Bonifield
Director of Collegiate Chapters – Michele Golob
Director of Alumnae – Jamie Miller
Director of Fraternity Programs – Kristin Walker

The following National Officers were appointed:

NPC Delegate – Elizabeth McOsker
1st Alternate NPC Delegate – Carol Mooney
2nd Alternate NPC Delegate – Jamie Miller
3rd Alternate NPC Delegate – Joanne Walter

James R. Paponetti, Executive Director, became an ex-officio, non-voting member of the National Council.

Alpha Sigma Tau was honored to initiate Connie Street as an alumnae initiate at Convention.

About Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority

Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority was founded November 4, 1899 at Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, Michigan. The purpose of Alpha Sigma Tau is to promote the ethical, cultural, and social development of its members. The sorority offers membership programming with an emphasis on academic achievement, community service, leadership development, and personal growth opportunities. For more information, visit the Alpha Sigma Tau National Homepage at www.alphasigmatau.org.

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