Sisterhood
Held at the end of each semester, commemorates the graduation or departure of members from Baylor. We engage in heartfelt conversations with the graduates, following an order from oldest to youngest. Small goodbye gifts are exchanged, serving as mementos of our time together.
Iris Night
To qualify for ______, students must achieve a semester GPA of at least 3.70, without receiving any grades below a "C," and must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 graded semester hours.
Dean's List
List all the current sisters and their positions who are on the Unified Greek Council Executive Board.
Priscilla Shin - President
Ashley Tu - Secretary
Alexis Wineinger - Public Relations Officer
Each year during Breast Cancer Awareness month, the sisters of aKDPhi at Baylor University hold a volleyball tournament called _____. Our chapter has hosted this event for the past 13 years.
Bump, Set, Cure
Baylor Asian Student Association takes the lead in orchestrating a campus-wide celebration known as _____. Baylor aKDPhi contributes to the festivities by presenting an annual cultural dance performance, adding to the cultural richness of the celebration.
Lunar New Year
A biannual event held at various nearby venues. Sisters are encouraged to bring along a companion of their choice, whether it be a friend, significant other, little, or big. Activities range from trips to the movie theater, rounds of mini-golf, axe throwing, to roller skating. The primary reason for this event is to foster enjoyment and relaxation, and encourage all sisters and their companions to bond and have fun with one another outside of class and campus.
Take-a-Date
The sister with the highest number of study hours by the end of the semester is rewarded by the academic chair with the _______ at Formals and treats or gift cards to places around Waco.
Candlelight Award
List all sisters who served on aKDPhi's International Leadership Board.
Stephanie Huynh, Katherine Harrington, Kayle Nguyen, and Stella Jeong
In Spring 2019, the sisters of aKDPhi organized _____ an event designed to support breast cancer awareness by hosting a lively bowling tournament. This initiative was a testament to our dedication to philanthropy, demonstrating our commitment to effecting positive change outside our immediate community.
Bowl for a Cure
The Baylor Asian Student Association orchestrated a dynamic event aimed at elevating Asian awareness within the campus community. Among the highlights of the event were the captivating performances by the talented sisters of Baylor aKDPhi, who delivered mesmerizing routines encompassing cultural, modern, and stroll elements.
Asianfest
These gatherings provide a supportive environment for sisters to share joys and challenges authentically. With a tradition of 100% attendance, they exemplify the deep commitment among members to each other and their sisterhood's ideals. Some of these gatherings have been Galentine's Day, share your self-care/skin care routine, and dress as your favorite stuffed animal.
Monthly Sisterhood Events
Each summer, Baylor University provides its students with the opportunity to_____. Last summer, our sister Kaitlin Shek (SP21) participated in this program in Spain and Morrocco. During the winter season, Mykaela Lawson-Ho (FA22) took part in this program, where she visited France, Italy, Switzerland, and Austria.
Study Abroad Program
DAILY DOUBLE
DAILY DOUBLE
The sisters of aKDPhi help out the community by cleaning up a highway. We work together to make a positive impact on our local community by participating in a highway cleanup initiative to show our support for environmental care.
Adopt a Highway
Starting from Spring 2021, our chapter partnered with Baylor's Asian Student Association (ASA) to co-host an annual event known as _____. This occasion serves as a platform to honor and celebrate Asian heritage and culture, featuring a diverse range of engaging activities such as creative games, cultural cuisine, exciting raffles, and enticing prizes.
CelebrASIAN
The sisters of aKDPhi hosted a memorable two-day weekend event, titled ______ commencing with a morning of rejuvenating activities like yoga and creative arts. The event included a silent auction, speeches, and charter presentations, evoking nostalgia and celebrating 25 years of profound connections and enduring sisterhood.
25th year
Katrina Chang (SP22) led the ______ Workshop, designed to empower sisters through interactive sessions and activities, guiding them on their journey toward personal and professional growth.
Journey to Success Workshop
This event was open to all Baylor students and faculty and created an opportunity for those who attended to hear different women speak up and tell their stories of success and how they found their identity. Kaitlin Chang, Katrina Chang, and Mykaela Lawson-Ho attended and actively participated in this symposium by creating a mood board defining who they are and what they love about being a woman.
Multicultural Women's Symposium
aKDPhi at Baylor University hosted _____ in Spring 2022, where proceeds raised were dedicated to breast cancer research and education. Male contestants from diverse representing organizations took part, answering various questions and showcasing their talents to the delight of the audience and judges.
Mr. Pink Pageant
Annually, Baylor aKDPhi takes part in the Vietnamese Student Association's traditional ____ celebration. We are invited year after year to perform a cultural piece.
Autumn Moon
Upon concluding their New Member Program, new members are invited to sign_______, a cherished tradition within our sorority. This has been passed down from one New Member Educator to the next since the fall of 1997, contains the names of every sister who has crossed since the beginning of our chapter. It serves as a testament to the legacy and continuity of our sisterhood, adding a touch of tradition and sentimentality to our shared journey.
Crossing Handbook
Mykaela Lawson-Ho (FA22) delivered a presentation to the active house, highlighting the various resources available to students at our university. She stressed the importance of seeking support and preventing burnout during exam preparation throughout the academic year. Mykaela also introduced us to the tutoring centers on campus and Baylor's Writing Center, which offer assistance with essay proofreading and guidance for graduate school applications.
Academic Resources Workshop
Our executive leadership board members participated in ______ hosted by Baylor’s FSL office at the start of the Fall semester. This overnight retreat consisted of a guest keynote speaker talking about recruitment and retention. There were also leadership games and activities that consisted of chapter leaders discussing new ideas of cross-collaboration and events.
Fraternity and Sorority Life Leadership Retreat
Organized by Lily Nguyen (SP20), to raise money during the pandemic in Spring 2021, the sisters of aKDPhi hosted a digital breast cancer awareness donation drive that lasted for roughly 2 weeks and consisted of fun, entertaining games such as truth and dare, as well as an online yoga workout created by a sister and brought in many people to participate.
Beep Boop for a Cure
Every spring semester, the sisters at Baylor aKDPhi participate in the Asian Student Association's inaugural _______. In commemoration of the conclusion of Baylor's APIDA Heritage Month, the sisters had a delightful meal alongside fellow attendees while being inspired by the words of esteemed speaker, Mr. Sam Louie.
Asian Heritage Banquet