The Arrow Spring 2012 : Page 3

From our Readers I recall singing the Pierce-Arrow song when I was initiated at Ohio Wesleyan University in 1980. I remember (most of) the words printed in The Arrow . My chapter sang a lot and when my sons were babies, I sang many Pi Phi songs to them. The words are stored in my head for eternity! MARYJANE MILLER HOTALING Finally Greek, Thanks to Pi Beta Phi I have always had a strong connection to Quinnipiac University. My parents are alumni and work for the University, so as a child I spent many days on campus. These included visits to my aunt, a staff member of the university’s Student Center and Campus Life office. I was thrilled to hear of Pi Beta Phi’s extension to Quinnipiac, especially after my initiation into New York Eta in 2010. My excitement as a new initiate was mutually met by my aunt’s excitement for Pi Phi to join the Quinnipiac Greek community. Not a single conversation passed without the mention of Pi Phi. Imagine my shock and tears of happiness when my aunt told me she would become an alumna initiate at Connecticut Gamma’s Installation. An education from New York University is far from conventional. In a city of millions, it’s easy to experience an overwhelming feeling of loneliness, which is why I sought out a sisterhood. During recruitment, I entered the Pi Phi room amidst an assembly of singing women. They stepped forward, took my hand and have never let go. The women are outstanding in their accomplishments, diversity and sincerity. I am honored to be part of a family of exemplary women. With the utmost sincerity, I thank the Fraternity for allowing me to share my Pi Phi sisterhood with my aunt, Connecticut Gamma MARIA MONIELLO , a person so endlessly important to me. After attending my aunt’s initiation ceremony, I realize I am just one member of an interconnected community of exceptional women. My journey as a Pi Phi will span much farther than my undergraduate education, and I look forward to my lifelong opportunities for growth and accomplishment. KATHLEEN MERIANO Ohio Delta — St. Louis I enjoyed the article about The Grace Coolidge Library and was intrigued to learn Howard Chandler Christy painted First Lady GRACE GOODHUE COOLIDGE’ s portrait, as she looks a good deal like his favorite model, who appeared in many of his paintings. I am also curious when the library closed and where the books were dispersed. LUCY HUNTER WASHBURNE Tennessee Beta — Dallas From the Editor: In 1968, oversight of Pi Beta Phi High School was transferred to Sevier County, Tennessee. At that time, the school moved to a new building, and The Grace Coolidge Library was dismantled. The books in the best condition were transferred to the new school, and the books in poor condition were discarded or moved to the nearby Arrowmont ® staff house library, where some still remain on bookshelves today. Marilyn Simpson Ford I am sure you are aware of the passing of longtime Arrow Editor MARILYN SIMPSON FORD , Nebraska Beta, this past January. I wanted you to know, at the celebration of her life, every Pi Phi had on her arrow badge and her family and other friends all had on some kind of arrow emblem. Marilyn was the first Pi Phi I met when I arrived in Atlanta in 1968, and she got me off to a good start while she was president of the Atlanta Alumnae Club. SUSAN BOODIN PLAYER New York Eta — New York CORRECTIONS: On page 28 of the Winter 2012 issue of The Arrow , it was incorrectly stated Pi Beta Phi Foundation’s Alumnae Continuing Education (ACE) Committee awarded more than $229,000 in scholarships last year. Pi Beta Phi Foundation, not the ACE Committee, awarded more than $229,000 in scholarships and fellowships this year. The error was corrected in the online edition of The Arrow . On page 34, it was reported members of the Indianapolis Alumnae Club and Bloomington-Normal, Illinois, Alumnae Club attended a luncheon at the L.S. Ayres Tea Room. It was members of the Bloomington, Indiana, Alumnae Club which attended the event with members of the Indianapolis Alumnae Club. The Arrow apologizes for these errors and regrets any confusion they may have caused. THE ARROW | SPRING 2012 Illinois Zeta — Atlanta Arrowmont® is a registered trademark of Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts. 3

From Our Readers

I recall singing the Pierce-Arrow song when I was initiated at Ohio Wesleyan University in 1980. I remember (most of ) the words printed in The Arrow. My chapter sang a lot and when my sons were babies, I sang many Pi Phi songs to them. The words are stored in my head for eternity! MARYJANE MILLER HOTALING Ohio Delta — St. Louis I enjoyed the article about The Grace Coolidge Library and was intrigued to learn Howard Chandler Christy painted First Lady GRACE GOODHUE COOLIDGE’s portrait, as she looks a good deal like his favorite model, who appeared in many of his paintings. I am also curious when the library closed and where the books were dispersed. LUCY HUNTER WASHBURNE Tennessee Beta — Dallas From the Editor: In 1968, oversight of Pi Beta Phi High School was transferred to Sevier County, Tennessee. At that time, the school moved to a new building, and The Grace Coolidge Library was dismantled. The books in the best condition were transferred to the new school, and the books in poor condition were discarded or moved to the nearby Arrowmont® staff house library, where some still remain on bookshelves today. Marilyn Simpson Ford I am sure you are aware of the passing of longtime Arrow Editor MARILYN SIMPSON FORD, Nebraska Beta, this past January. I wanted you to know, at the celebration of her life, every Pi Phi had on her arrow badge and her family and other friends all had on some kind of arrow emblem. Marilyn was the first Pi Phi I met when I arrived in Atlanta in 1968, and she got me off to a good start while she was president of the Atlanta Alumnae Club. SUSAN BOODIN PLAYER Illinois Zeta — Atlanta Finally Greek, Thanks to Pi Beta Phi I have always had a strong connection to Quinnipiac University. My parents are alumni and work for the University, so as a child I spent many days on campus.These included visits to my aunt, a staff member of the university’s Student Center and Campus Life office. I was thrilled to hear of Pi Beta Phi’s extension to Quinnipiac, especially after my initiation into New York Eta in 2010. My excitement as a new initiate was mutually met by my aunt’s excitement for Pi Phi to join the Quinnipiac Greek community. Not a single conversation passed without the mention of Pi Phi. Imagine my shock and tears of happiness when my aunt told me she would become an alumna initiate at Connecticut Gamma’s Installation. An education from New York University is far from conventional. In a city of millions, it’s easy to experience an overwhelming feeling of loneliness, which is why I sought out a sisterhood. During recruitment, I entered the Pi Phi room amidst an assembly of singing women. They stepped forward, took my hand and have never let go. The women are outstanding in their accomplishments, diversity and sincerity.I am honored to be part of a family of exemplary women. With the utmost sincerity, I thank the Fraternity for allowing me to share my Pi Phi sisterhood with my aunt, Connecticut Gamma MARIA MONIELLO, a person so endlessly important to me. After attending my aunt’s initiation ceremony, I realize I am just one member of an interconnected community of exceptional women. My journey as a Pi Phi will span much farther than my undergraduate education, and I look forward to my lifelong opportunities for growth and accomplishment. KATHLEEN MERIANO New York Eta — New York CORRECTIONS: On page 28 of the Winter 2012 issue of The Arrow, it was incorrectly stated Pi Beta Phi Foundation’s Alumnae Continuing Education (ACE) Committee awarded more than $229,000 in scholarships last year. Pi Beta Phi Foundation, not the ACE Committee, awarded more than $229,000 in scholarships and fellowships this year.The error was corrected in the online edition of The Arrow. On page 34, it was reported members of the Indianapolis Alumnae Club and Bloomington-Normal, Illinois, Alumnae Club attended a luncheon at the L.S. Ayres Tea Room. It was members of the Bloomington, Indiana, Alumnae Club which attended the event with members of the Indianapolis Alumnae Club. The Arrow apologizes for these errors and regrets any confusion they may have caused.

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