ALPHA PHI
Beta Theta Chapter - University of British Columbia
Letter from the President:
Aoife Tighe
When you have one hundred women going through similar experiences, it creates an incredible bond. Alpha Phi has been my constant during a time of uncertainty. The women in this organization have not only become my best friends, but they are also my motivators, my role models, and my support system. In Alpha Phi, I found a community of inspiring women, encouraging me to succeed in leadership, scholarship, and philanthropy.
Alpha Phi was founded in 1872 on the basis of women supporting women, which still stands as an important facet of our organization. Today Alpha Phi has four core values: generosity, sisterhood, character development and innovation. These values have helped the women in our chapter make incredible bonds, drive us to be better scholars, highlight the importance of helping others in the community, and promote creativity. These values promote the development of strong and confident women who will make our world a better place in whatever life path they choose.
Joining Alpha Phi three years ago, I never thought becoming President would be something I’d be capable of, and I think that shows the unbelievable growth you experience in this Chapter. I’m grateful every day for the memories I’ve made while in APhi, and I can’t wait to see more women find their home here.
Our Values
Sisterhood
Sisterhood is a bond rooted in kindness, love, and mutual respect. Members form lifelong friendships that encourage, inspire, and empower them. "Watchcare" is the cornerstone of this lifelong friendship, a promise to vigilantly support each other through good times and bad.
Generosity
Alpha Phis show their commitment to bettering the world through action in their daily lives. Sisters offer their time, talents and compassion by volunteering in their communities. Members kind-heartedly contribute to their sisters and peers, living the motto “hand to hand and heart to heart.” Alpha Phis embrace philanthropy by supporting Alpha Phi Foundation and raising awareness surrounding women’s heart health. Alpha Phis show the philanthropic spirit of love and charity, while working to better their communities. Members are dedicated to supporting those in need.
Innovation
Innovation has been a crucial part of Alpha Phi since it's founding. Alpha Phi itself and its members thrive to achieve innovation. Members of Alpha Phi work hard in making a positive change throughout the worlds they live in.
Character
Strong character and integrity are at the core of Alpha Phi membership. Sisters thrive on challenges and celebrate successes. We are strong-minded, empowered women who take responsibility for our actions and learn to lead through example. We set expectations high for ourselves and for each other, and strive diligently to meet them.
2020 Executive Council
Aoife Tighe
Chapter President
Hometown: Prince Rupert, BC
Year at UBC: Fourth
Year in Alpha Phi: Fourth
Major: Gender, Race, Sexuality & SJ
Mélanie Magerstadt
VP Health, Wellness & Accountability
Caroline Sinclair
VP Recruitment
Hometown: Zug, Switzerland
Year at UBC: Third
Year in Alpha Phi: Second
Major: Neuroscience & Philosophy
Hometown: Laguna Beach, California
Year at UBC: Second
Year in Alpha Phi: Second
Major: Bachelors and Masters of Management
Carissa Joseph
VP Member Education and Programming
Hometown: Langley, BC
Year at UBC: Fourth
Year in Alpha Phi: Second
Major: Human Psychology
Rebe López
VP Marketing
Meris Mcarthur
VP Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Hometown: Mexico City, Mexico
Year at UBC: Fourth
Year in Alpha Phi: Fourth
Major: Art History
Hometown: Vancouver, BC
Year at UBC: Third
Year in Alpha Phi: Third
Major: Sociology
Danique Ehmann
VP Finance
Caitlin Stephenson
Executive Administrator
Hometown: Gouda, Holland
Year at UBC: Third
Year in Alpha Phi: Second
Major: Global Supply Chain, Logistics Management and Marketing
Hometown: Richmond, BC
Year at UBC: Third
Year in Alpha Phi: Second
Major: English Language and Literature
Kelsey Leung
Panhellenic Delegate
Hometown: Vancouver, BC
Year at UBC: Third
Year in Alpha Phi: Third
Major: Applied Animal Biology
Chapter Recruitment
Formal Recruitment
UBC Sororities Formal Recruitment happens in late September. If you are at all interested in joining a sorority or curious about sorority life, reach out to any Greek woman. We encourage anyone interested to register and go through the recruitment process, where you will be able to meet amazing women from each of UBC's eight sororities. To find out more about Formal Recruitment, visit UBCSororities.com
Joining Alpha Phi
When you join Alpha Phi, one of the oldest and largest women's fraternities, you join a worldwide network of over 165 collegiate chapters, 135 alumnae chapters and 195, 000 sisters! Membership in Alpha Phi opens the door to new and exciting opportunities during college and beyond.
Sisters share a commitment to excellence and a strong desire to help one another and their communities. Alpha Phis are leaders, scholars, contributors and lifetime members of a sisterhood that values these traits.
Past Recruitment Videos
Video by Tamas McGillivray
Video by Tamas McGillivray
Our Philanthropy
The Alpha Phi Foundation was created in 1956 to support our international philanthropic cause: Women's Heart Health. Heart disease is the #1 killer of women in North America , and affects one in three adult women, making it close to our hearts.
Video by Tamas McGillivray
In addition to the Alpha Phi Foundation, we also contribute to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Throughout the month of February - Heart Health month - we host 'Phibruary' where members of other sororities and fraternities compete to raise the most money. The week culminates in our biggest philanthropy event of the year - The Dating Game!
We also host a philanthropy event in the fall called 'Mac and Phis' where we cook and serve delicious mac and cheese that we sell to the UBC community buffet style!
Aside from our chapters philanthropies we also take part in volunteer opportunities in and around Vancouver with various organizations!
To learn more about the ways we give back visit AlphaPhiFoundation.org!
Dating Game Images
