The Irresistible Xi Iota Chapter of
Theta Nu Xi
Multicultural Sorority, Inc.
Welcome!
We would like to welcome you to our site. We are located in the Midwestern United States and our anchor city is Chicago, IL. Xi Iota was founded on August 25, 2004 by four members of the Midwest GAP Colony, and we are the 1st Graduate, Alumnae, and Professional Chapter founded by Graduate and Professional Women!
Please feel free to browse our website and sign our guestbook. Thanks!
Interested Women should contact
Lisa Peterson at
TNX_XiIota_yahoo.com
"Sisters of Diversity Together As One"
National History
In the spring of 1996, Founding Monarch Melissa Jo Murchison-Blake was in search of sisterhood. She wanted to be part of a family that openly embraced all women and crossed cultural boundaries. As a bi-racial woman, she did not want to choose between historically Caucasian or African-American sororities. Founding Monarch Murchison-Blake felt that if she did choose one, she would be denying half of her heritage.
Still wanting to be part of a strong sisterhood, Founding Monarch Murchison-Blake recruited six other women to join hands in her quest to found Theta Nu Xi Multicultural Sorority. At first, the Founding Monarchs were discouraged from fulfilling their vision. The Director of Greek Affairs advised them to consider joining an existing organization, expressing his concern that a new Greek organization, based on the principal of multiculturalism, would not survive at UNC-CH. However, the Founding Monarchs believed there was a need for such a sisterhood. Their efforts set the stage for Theta Nu Xi's presence in the Greek, non-Greek, and surrounding communities.
After much work and dedication, the Founding Monarchs built the foundation for Theta Nu Xi. Finally, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill officially recognized Theta Nu Xi Multicultural Sorority as the Alpha Chapter on April 11, 1997. With the collaborative efforts of the Founding Monarchs and the Sisters of Spring 1998, the organization grew beyond our expectations. The Sorority incorporated on April 29, 1999, and with the participation of the Alpha Chapter and Beta and Gamma Colonies, the National Organization was founded at the first annual National Convention on August 21, 1999.
Chapter History
In the Summer of 2004, the Midwest GAP Colony, comprised of Andrea Bell and Dorcy Bowser,
added two new members, they were Mallikah Sharp and Jonnie Solomon. With the collective efforts of
the whole chapter, along with a new member Mrudula (Mimi) Patel, the Midwest GAP Colony became
the Xi Iota Chapter on August 25, 2004.
GAP is Where Its
At!
Sisterhood
Service
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National Conventions
Annual Graduation
Banquet
Current Membership
Goldie Pritchard - President
Rashida Rafat Rawls - Vice-President & Parliamentarian
Kathrenia Necole Workman - Treasurer
Shariff Renee Smith - Secretary, Publicity Chair, & Webmistress
Lisa Peterson - Dean & Education Chair
Arianna Smith - Assistant Dean, Historian, & Delegate
Sarah Jane Hein - Chapter Liason & GAP Advisory
Joane Nwoke - Social Chair & Delegate
Cianti Anise Stewart-Reid - Member
Mallikah Amirrah Sharp - Member & Xi Iota Founder
Ahdia Harrell - Member
Tanya Lenore Jankowski - Member
Stephanie L. Moore - Member
Naadirah N. Shapley Wells - Member
Katherine Moore - Member
Click HereFor Member Infomation
Current Lines
"Utopian Visions"
Spring 2009
#1 GrACEful Essence -- Shariff R. Smith
#2 SenTWOmental Hearts -- Sarah Jane Hein
"Equilibrium"
Fall 2007
#1 VivACEious -- Erica O'Neill
#2 PENsive Paragon -- Rashida Rafat Rawls
"ONE of Many"
Fall 2006
#1 Gracious Star -- Ann Amaefule
"Syncapated Duet"
Fall 2009
#1 Divine Nexus -- Naadirah N. Shapley Wells
#2 Gamma Rhythm -- Katherine Moore
Mission Statement
To promote leadership, multiculturalism and self-improvement through academic excellence, involvement and service to the campus and community, as well as being living examples of sisterhood accross different races, cultures, religions, backgrounds, and lifestyles.
Motto
"Sisters of Diversity, Together as ONE"
Flower
Sterling Silver Rose
Call
Tenets
Scholarship, Service, Leadership, Sisterhood and Multiculturalism
Colors
Lavender, Carolina Blue & Black
Symbol
Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly
Philanthropy
Girls For A Change
Theta Woman
Loyal to the cocoon
From where she comes
The Theta Woman rises out of a lavender dawn
To proudly bridge the gaps in her world
With her butterfly wings
With honesty and courage
She lives and loves without conditions
Surrendering to her beauty and power
She gives and receives freely
Remembering her vision, her purpose, her heart
Creator of her own definition
She inspires those around her
To be proud and selfless
To give unselfishly over and over again
Loving herself as she loves others
The butterfly transcends
Taking others with her in her flight
--Soror Ayodele Carroo, Alpha Chapter, Spring 1998
GAP
Frequently Asked Questions
What does GAP stand for?
Graduate, Alumnae & Professional
Where are current chapters and colonies located?
Click here to see a list of our GAP chapters and colonies.
What is GAP?
GAP is the graduate, alumnae and professional program of Theta Nu Xi Multicultural Sorority Inc. Members are currently pursuing graduate degrees, are professional women with at least a baccalaureate degree, or transition as alumnae members of the Sorority, having joined through an undergraduate chapter.
Why GAP?
GAP women strive to promote the ideals of our sorority among graduate students, alumnae, and professional women; to unite women of various cultural backgrounds; and, to promote awareness of multicultural issues. Membership in GAP chapters and colonies provides an incredible network of sisters across the world who are pursuing professional careers and lifestyles. GAP is booming! As more and more sisters enter the professional realm, GAP has become a crucial element to this sorority. There are currently 15 GAP chapters and colonies across 10 states, as well as an At-Large chapter serving sisters across the entire country. GAP is different from the undergraduate experience as it allows for more of a focus on the professional development and personal support of individual members during a time when many life-changing decisions are made marriage, children, home ownership, graduate school, career advancement, etc. GAP allows you a chance to be a mentor for undergraduate sisters.
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GAP Membership Requirements are Listed Below:
Graduate
Any female student of a graduate program at an accredited college or university may be presented as a candidate for membership in a chapter provided that:
She has received a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
She is not a member of any collegiate fraternity or sorority, except a purely honorary, professional, or service fraternity
She is dedicated to the mission and tenets of the Sorority
She has successfully completed one semester of a regular year's program
She is currently enrolled at a college or university and is taking courses leading to a post-bachelor's degree
She has maintained a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5
She has successfully completed the GAP intake process
She has completed the GAP Chapter Membership Form
Alumnae
Any former, fully-initiated member of a undergraduate chapter who has completed at least a bachelor's degree is eligible for membership in a GAP Chapter provided that:
Professional
Any female may be presented as a candidate for membership in a chapter provided that:
Theta Nu Xi Multicultural Sorority, Incorporated
www.thetanuxi.org
Theta Nu Xi Undergraduate Chapters and Colonies
www.thetanuxi.org/undergrad.htm
Theta Nu Xi GAP Chapters and Colonies
www.thetanuxi.org/gap_chpt.htm
National Philantropy -- Girls For A Change
http://www.girlsforachange.org/
AnyONE Interested in Joining?
Interested Women feel free
to contact us!
Sorors, feeling generous?
Leave Xi Iota some ONE Love by
Signing Our Guestbook! Click a Pic ;)
Last Updated
11/17/2009
