The Ladies of Oak Lane represents the 12 Panhellenic chapters at Virginia Tech and their philanthropic efforts on and off campus. Whether it be through their own national philanthropy, a local cause, university event or other chapter's philanthropy, these women spend countless hours working to better the community. The Ladies of Oak Lane highlights some of the wonderful things the Panhellenic community does both individually and collectively.

Our Mission: To enhance the perception of the Panhellenic community by showcasing chapters' philanthropic efforts.

Sunday, November 13, 2011

Alpha Phi is thankful for…

As Thanksgiving break is quickly approaching, we are taking this time to recognize all the things Alpha Phi has to be thankful for. We are thankful for our outgoing Executive Board for all of their hard work and dedication to the chapter over the course of the past year. We are also thankful for our incoming Exec, elected officers, and appointed officers for their wonderful new ideas and passion they will share with Alpha Phi this year.

On Wednesday, November 9th Alpha Phi co-hosted a blood drive at the German Club Manor. We had a great showing, and were able to donate about thirty pints of blood to the American Red Cross. Thanks to everyone who helped out with the event by either volunteering or giving blood on Wednesday!

Alpha Phi saves lives, one heart at a time

Lastly, we are thankful for Kipps and Linkous Elementary Schools for allowing us to come in on Mondays and Tuesdays to volunteer in the classroom. We call this “Frat in the Hat”, and every week different girls in the chapter volunteer for an hour of reading, playing games, coloring, and just getting to be around the preschool kids. The teachers and students always express how much they appreciate and enjoy getting to have us each week, but we genuinely love it as much, if not more, than they do.

Megan coloring with the kids at Frat in the Hat

Have a wonderful and relaxing Thanksgiving break! And remember to take time to reflect on just what you have to be thankful for this year.

Love,
The sisters of Alpha Phi