2018-2020
Chapter, Association and Foundation Recognition
Advisory Board Award – Chapter
The Advisory Board Award Recognizes the best overall performance by an Advisory Board in supporting the chapter and maintaining positive relationships between itself, the chapter, the House Director, and the House Board.
Honorable Mention:
Sigma, Nebraska
Beta Rho Deuteron, Cincinnati
Winner:
Eta Delta, Valparaiso
Chapter/Advisory Board Relations Award
This award is given to the chapter and Advisory Board that work together for success and enjoyment of both.
Honorable Mention:
Mu, Butler
Gamma Xi, UCLA
Epsilon Mu, Clemson
Zeta Rho, Colgate
Winner:
Beta Rho Deuteron, Cincinnati
Risk Management Award | Chapter
The Risk Management Award is given to the chapters that have practiced sound risk management in accordance with Fraternity guidelines and procedures and have provided members with educational programming about its importance.
Chapters with 118 or fewer members:
Honorable Mention:
Kappa, Hillsdale
Gamma Theta, Drake
Winner:
Epsilon Xi, Cal State Northridge
Chapters with 119–179 members:
Honorable Mention:
Eta Tau, Georgetown
Eta Chi, NC State
Winner:
Eta Pi, NYU
Chapters with 180 or more members:
Honorable Mention
Epsilon Kappa, South Carolina
Epsilon Lambda, Tennessee
Winner:
Gamma Nu, Arkansas
New Member Program Award | Chapter
The New Member Program Award is presented to the chapters that most successfully embody the spirit of the new member program by engaging all members in the process, creating inspiring programming and upholding Fraternity ideals.
Chapters with 35 or fewer new members:
Honorable Mention:
Alpha Deuteron, Monmouth
Zeta Sigma, North Texas
Winner:
Eta Delta, Valparaiso
Chapters with 36–54 new members:
Honorable Mention:
Sigma, Nebraska
Eta Epsilon, Johns Hopkins
Winner:
Eta Gamma, San Diego
Chapters with 55 or more new members:
Honorable Mention:
Gamma Nu, Arkansas
Eta Sigma, Chapman
Winner:
Epsilon Mu, Clemson
Academic Excellence Award | Chapter
The Academic Excellence Award goes to the chapters that plan and implement sound scholarship programming, including support and recognition for all members; maintain scholastic standards at or above the all-sorority average on the campus during the biennium; and exhibit respect for intellectual development.
4 or fewer Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
Zeta Rho, Colgate
Zeta Phi, Princeton
Winner:
Zeta Omega, Waterloo
5–7 Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
Eta Nu, Santa Clara
Eta Pi, NYU
Winner:
Eta Epsilon, Johns Hopkins
8–11 Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
Gamma Nu, Arkansas
Epsilon Nu, Vanderbilt
Winner:
Epsilon Epsilon, Emory
12 or more Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
Beta Pi, Washington
Eta Eta, Central Florida
Winner:
Delta Omicron, Iowa State
Most Improved
Academic Excellence Award | Chapter
This award is presented to the chapters with the greatest improvement in chapter GPA during the biennium.
4 or fewer Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
N/A
Winner:
Zeta Alpha, Babson
5–7 Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention
Eta Lambda, Loyola
Eta Omega, Binghamton
Winner:
Alpha Deuteron, Monmouth
8–11 Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
Beta Theta, Oklahoma
Eta Chi, NC State
Winner:
Beta Rho Deuteron, Cincinnati
12 or more Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
Delta Omicron, Iowa State
Epsilon Mu, Clemson
Winner:
Theta, Missouri
Alphonsine Clapp Howard Alumnae Association Membership
Reference Award | Association
This award focuses on the work of Alumnae Association Reference Committees in promoting and encouraging the reference process. This award was named in honor of Alphonsine Clapp Howard, Nebraska, who exemplified dedication to the reference process and served the Fraternity as the Arizona State Reference Chairman. This award goes to the alumnae associations that demonstrate extensive knowledge and effective use of the alumna reference process.
Associations with fewer than 40 members:
Honorable Mention:
Evansville
Winner:
Wasatch Mountains
Associations with 41–60 members:
Honorable Mention:
Fairfield County
Winner:
Jackson, MS
Associations with 61–100 members:
Honorable Mention:
Palo Alto
Winner:
Atlanta
Associations with 101-250 members:
Honorable Mention:
Greater St. Louis
Winner:
Tucson
Associations with more than 250 members:
Honorable Mention:
Austin
Winner:
Fort Worth
Adelphe Society:
Akron
Columbia, SC
Bronze San Mateo (inactive)
Eta Sigma, Chapman
Beta Rho Deuteron, Cincinnati
Epsilon Phi, Florida
Beta Delta, Michigan
Delta Rho, Mississippi
Eta Nu, Santa Clara
Eta, Wisconsin
Adelphe Society Silver:
Boston Intercollegiate
Adelphe Society Gold:
Philadelphia
Sarasota-Manatee Counties
Theta, Missouri
Adelphe Society Bronze:
Gamma Zeta, Arizona
Epsilon Eta, Auburn
Beta Mu, Colorado
Epsilon Beta, Colorado State
Delta Omicron, Iowa State
Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation
New to Adelphe Level
House Board Award | Chapter
This award goes to the House Board that promotes a harmonious relationship between itself, the chapter, the House Director, and the Advisory Board; provides timely and complete reports and maintains financial stability and Fraternity awareness.
Winner (Housed Chapters):
Epsilon Nu, Vanderbilt
Winner (Unhoused Chapters):
Eta Sigma, Chapman
Heritage Award | Chapter
This award combines the Fraternity Appreciation Award and the Heritage Award. In 1960, the Erie Alumnae Association presented a silver pitcher to the Fraternity in honor of Florence Burton Roth, Michigan. Mrs. Roth was Grand President from 1910–12 and presided over the 1910 National Panhellenic Conference. She was the Kappa Historian from 1912–25. Additionally, she served as chairman of the Boyd-Hearthstone board of trustees and received the Loyalty Award in 1960. Fraternity Council created a Heritage Award for the association and chapter that showed the greatest interest in researching and maintaining its historical records in increasing awareness of the significance of its history.
Honorable Mention:
Alpha Deuteron, Monmouth
Gamma Zeta, Arizona
Eta Alpha, Furman
Eta Sigma, Chapman
Winner:
Gamma Nu, Arkansas
Philanthropy Award | Chapter
This award goes to the chapters that best exemplify a well-rounded philanthropy program that develops member awareness of a commitment to the community, Reading Is Fundamental, and the Fraternity/Foundation.
Chapters with 145 or fewer members:
Honorable Mention:
Epsilon, Illinois Wesleyan
Zeta Beta, Lafayette
Winner:
Epsilon Omicron, UC Davis
Chapters with more than 145 members:
Honorable Mention:
Gamma Nu, Arkansas
Epsilon Rho, Texas A&M
Winner:
Gamma Pi, Alabama
Signature Event | Chapter
This award recognizes the chapter that produces an event that meets all the Fraternity guidelines and raises money for one or more local charities. This chapter event is recognized on campus and serves to raise awareness about the local charity.
Chapters with 145 or fewer members:
Honorable Mention:
Epsilon, Illinois Wesleyan
Eta Gamma, San Diego
Winner:
Zeta Beta, Lafayette
Chapters with more than 145 members:
Honorable Mention:
Theta, Missouri
Epsilon Kappa, South Carolina
Winner:
Gamma Zeta, Arizona
Heritage Award | Association
This award combines the Fraternity Appreciation Award and the Heritage Award. In 1960, the Erie Alumnae Association presented a silver pitcher to the Fraternity in honor of Florence Burton Roth, Michigan. Mrs. Roth was Grand President from 1910–12 and presided over the 1910 National Panhellenic Conference. She was the Kappa Historian from 1912–25. Additionally, she served as chairman of the Boyd-Hearthstone board of trustees and received the Loyalty Award in 1960. Fraternity Council created a Heritage Award for the association and chapter that showed the greatest interest in researching and maintaining its historical records to increase awareness of the significance of its history.
Associations with fewer than 40 members:
Honorable Mention:
Clearwater Bay
Winner:
Akron
Associations with 41–60 members:
Honorable Mention:
Colorado Springs
Winner:
Salt Lake City
Associations with 61–100 members:
Honorable Mention:
Palo Alto
Winner:
Nashville
Associations with 101–250 members:
Honorable Mention:
Sarasota-Manatee Counties
Winner:
Collier County
Associations with more than 251 members:
Honorable Mention:
Austin
Winner:
Denver
Ritual Award | Chapter
This award is based on the education of members in understanding and appreciating ritual, the performance of ritual with dignity and true feeling, and the correct use of ritual during chapter meetings, Formal Pledging, and Initiation.
Honorable Mention:
Beta Rho Deuteron, Cincinnati
Beta Psi, Toronto
Gamma Nu, Arkansas
Winner:
Eta Tau, Georgetown
Finance Award | Chapter
This award is presented to the chapters with the best financial management, including the education of their members, maintenance of financial standards and timely submission of reports and fees.
Honorable Mention (Housed Chapters):
Theta, Missouri
Gamma Xi, UCLA
Winner (Housed Chapters):
Eta Chi, NC State
Honorable Mention (Unhoused Chapters):
Eta Iota, Creighton
Eta Omega, Binghamton
Winner (Unhoused Chapters):
Eta Sigma, Chapman
Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) | Chapter
This award recognizes the chapter that has donated hours, books, and dollars to promoting the cause of literacy in its community.
Honorable Mention:
Gamma Zeta, Arizona
Gamma Nu, Arkansas
Winner:
Epsilon Rho, Texas A&M
Communications/Public Relations Award | Association
First presented at the 2002 General Convention by Fraternity Council, this award recognizes outstanding alumnae associations that develop strong communication with their membership using newsletters, websites, electronic media and various other formats. In addition, positive public relations within their community is recognized.
Associations with fewer than 40 members:
Honorable Mention:
Fort Lauderdale
Winner:
Clearwater Bay
Associations with 41–60 members:
Honorable Mention:
Northwest Suburban
Winner:
Fairfield County
Associations with 61–100 members:
Honorable Mention:
Scottsdale
Winner:
Desert
Associations with 101–250 members:
Honorable Mention:
Collier County
Winner:
Greater St. Louis Area
Associations with more than 251 members:
Honorable Mention:
Denver
Winner:
Fort Worth
Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation Highest Giving By Size
Associations:
Fewer than 40 members
Honorable Mention:
Palm Beaches | $4,217.18
Winner:
Arcadia | $6,050
40–60 members
Honorable Mention:
Northwest Suburban | $2,365
Winner:
Fort Lauderdale | $3,260
61–100 members
Honorable Mention:
Philadelphia | $6,945
Winner:
Boston Intercollegiate | $22,878.90
101–250 members
Honorable Mention:
Collier County | $7,234.50
Winner:
Sarasota-Manatee Counties | $9,100
More than 251 members
Honorable Mention:
Kansas City | $29,025
Winner:
Houston | $40,000
Chapters:
1–74 members
Honorable Mention:
Zeta Sigma, North Texas | $3,703.09
Winner:
Beta Kappa, Idaho | $3,987.27
75–114 members
Honorable Mention:
Delta Eta, Utah | $7,005.44
Winner:
Zeta Nu, UC San Diego | $7,504.32
115–159 members
Honorable Mention:
Epsilon Sigma, Virginia | $4,602.46
Winner:
Delta Omicron, Iowa State | $4,945.90
160–210 members
Honorable Mention:
Theta, Missouri | $18,270
Winner:
Epsilon Rho, Texas A&M | $19,649.12
211 and more members
Honorable Mention:
Eta, Wisconsin | $17,423.06
Winner:
Delta Iota, LSU | $18,160.48
Rheva Ott Shryock Chapter Assistance Award | Association
This award was first presented at the 1962 Convention by the Philadelphia Alumnae Association in honor of Rheva Ott Shryock, Pennsylvania, Grand President from 1936–40, Fraternity Parliamentarian from 1950–70, and recipient of the Loyalty Award in 1968. Awards are presented to associations in each of the five membership categories for outstanding service to chapters.
Associations with fewer than 40 members:
Honorable Mention:
Akron
Winner:
Stillwater
Associations with 41–60 members:
Honorable Mention:
Northwest Suburban
Winner:
Colorado Springs
Associations with 61–100 members:
Honorable Mention:
Cleveland
Winner:
Palo Alto
Associations with 101–250 members:
Honorable Mention:
Tucson
Winner:
Albuquerque
Associations with more than 251 members:
Honorable Mention:
Fort Worth
Winner:
Austin
Gracious Living Award | Chapter
This award goes to chapters that best exemplify chapter graciousness and hospitality at the chapter facility and on campus, and whose members have best acquired the art of living and working together.
Honorable Mention (Housed Chapters):
Sigma, Nebraska
Beta Rho Deuteron, Cincinnati
Beta Theta, Oklahoma
Epsilon Xi, Cal State Northridge
Winner (Housed Chapters):
Beta Psi, Toronto
Honorable Mention (Unhoused Chapters):
Epsilon Eta, Auburn
Eta Iota, Creighton
Eta Sigma, Chapman
Winner (Unhoused Chapters):
Zeta Chi, Marist
Patsy Bredwick Levang Philanthropy Award | Association
Panhellenic Award | Chapter
In 2002, this award was established to recognize associations that demonstrate the spirit of giving. The criteria include a well-rounded philanthropy program(s) that develops membership awareness and a commitment to a chapter, the community, and/or the Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation. It is given in honor of Patsy Bredwick Levang, North Dakota State, Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation President from 1997–2004. Her outstanding service to the Fraternity, Foundation, and both local and state communities sets forth a true example that we should strive to emulate.
Associations with fewer than 40 members:
Honorable Mention:
Stillwater
Winner:
Fort Lauderdale
Associations with 41–60 members:
Honorable Mention:
Jacksonville
Winner:
Northwest Suburban
Associations with 61–100 members:
Honorable Mention:
Palo Alto
Winner:
Milwaukee
Associations with 101–250 members:
Honorable Mention:
N/A
Winner:
Sarasota-Manatee Counties
Associations with more than 251 members:
Honorable Mention:
Denver
Winner:
Dallas
Membership Growth Award | Association
This award is given to associations that have experienced the highest membership growth for each year over the biennium through outstanding programming and recruitment.
Associations with fewer than 40 members:
Honorable Mention:
Central Florida
Winner:
Charleston, SC
Associations with 41–60 members:
Honorable Mention:
Mobile
Winner:
Jackson, MS
Associations with 61–100 members:
Honorable Mention:
Washington DC-Sub. Maryland
Winner:
Portland
Associations with 101–250 members:
Honorable Mention:
Little Rock
Winner:
Northwest Arkansas
Associations with more than 251 members:
Honorable Mention:
N/A
Winner:
Denver
Sally Moore Nitschke Lifelong Education Award | Chapter
Presented for the first time at the 1998 General Convention, this award honors Sally Moore Nitschke, Ohio State, Fraternity President from 1980–84. Sally valued learning as a lifelong process and exemplified this during her years serving the Fraternity in many capacities. This award goes to chapters and associations that effectively implement programming that enhances individual competencies, promotes life skills, and best utilizes available resources.
Honorable Mention:
Beta Rho Deuteron, Cincinnati
Eta Lambda, Loyola
Winner:
Gamma Delta, Purdue
The Standards Award is presented to the chapters with the best overall comprehensive standards programming, including education for the development of positive Kappa attitudes, individual responsibility to the group, and maintenance of Fraternity standards.
Chapters with 91 or fewer members:
Honorable Mention:
Eta Delta, Valparaiso
Winner:
Alpha Deuteron, Monmouth
Chapters with 92–145 members:
Honorable Mention:
Epsilon Xi, Cal State Northridge
Eta Pi, NYU
Winner:
Delta Omicron, Iowa State
Chapters with 146–192 members:
Honorable Mention:
Eta Nu, Santa Clara
Beta Rho Deuteron, Cincinnati
Winner:
Mu, Butler
Chapters with 193 or more members:
Honorable Mention:
Theta, Missouri
Epsilon Mu, Clemson
Winner:
Gamma Zeta, Arizona
Excellence in Chapter Management Award | Chapter
The Excellence in Chapter Management Award is given to the chapters with the most efficient and effective chapter management, well-educated and informed officers, strong Advisory and House Board relationships, and excellence in performance.
Chapters with 118 or fewer members:
Honorable Mention:
N/A
Winner:
Epsilon Xi, Cal State Northridge
Chapters with 119–179 members:
Honorable Mention:
Epsilon Omicron, UC Davis
Eta Omicron, Northeastern
Winner:
Eta Chi, NC State
Chapters with 180 or more members:
Honorable Mention:
Gamma Nu, Arkansas
Epsilon Eta, Auburn
Winner:
Theta, Missouri
This award goes to the chapters that best exemplify true Panhellenic leadership, participate in and support Panhellenic-sponsored events, and display a cooperative and responsible attitude in working with the administration and other Greek-letter organizations as the representative of Kappa Kappa Gamma.
4 or fewer Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
N/A
Winner:
Epsilon, Illinois Wesleyan
5–7 Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
Eta Alpha, Furman
Eta Delta, Valparaiso
Winner:
Eta Omega, Binghamton
8–11 Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
Beta Rho Deuteron, Cincinnati
Eta Chi, NC State
Winner:
Gamma Nu, Arkansas
12 or more Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
Theta, Missouri
Epsilon Eta, Auburn
Winner:
Epsilon Mu, Clemson
Recruitment Award | Chapter
The Recruitment Award goes to the chapters in the following categories with the best overall Membership Recruitment and selection program and/or that have shown significant improvement or efforts under difficult circumstances, and that have submitted complete and timely reports.
4 or fewer Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
Gamma Beta, New Mexico
Eta Tau, Georgetown
Winner:
Epsilon, Illinois Wesleyan
5–7 Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
Mu, Butler
Eta Lambda, Loyola
Winner:
Eta Nu, Santa Clara
8–11 Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
Gamma Nu, Arkansas
Zeta Kappa, Bowling Green
Eta Omicron, Northeastern
Winner:
Beta Theta, Oklahoma
12 or more Panhellenic groups:
Honorable Mention:
Beta Pi, Washington
Epsilon Rho, Texas A&M
Winner:
Epsilon Kappa, South Carolina
This award goes to the chapter with an outstanding public relations program that addresses its various constituents and includes an appreciation of alumnae, a yearly chapter new publication or social media communication that is informative and well-written, submission of chapter material to the Fraternity, and positive contributions to the institution and community.
Honorable Mention:
Epsilon Mu, Clemson
Epsilon Upsilon, Baylor
Eta Delta, Valparaiso
Eta Sigma, Chapman
Winner:
Eta Omicron, Northeastern
Greatest Improvement Award | Chapter
This award is presented to the chapter with the greatest overall improvement during the biennium in all areas of programming.
Honorable Mention:
Epsilon Mu, Clemson
Epsilon Xi, Cal State Northridge
Winner:
Epsilon Phi, Florida
Standards Award | Chapter
Sally Moore Nitschke Lifelong Education Award | Association
Presented for the first time at the 1998 General Convention, this award honors Sally Moore Nitschke, Ohio State, Fraternity President from 1980–84. Sally valued learning as a lifelong process and exemplified this during her years serving the Fraternity in many capacities. This award goes to chapters and associations that effectively implement programming that enhances individual competencies, promotes life skills, and best utilizes available resources.
Associations with fewer than 40 members:
Honorable Mention:
Wasatch Mountains
Winner:
Stars and Stripes
Associations with 41–60 members:
Honorable Mention:
Salt Lake City
Winner:
Hilton Head
Associations with 61–100 members:
Honorable Mention:
Desert
Winner:
Boston Intercollegiate
Associations with 101–250 members:
Honorable Mention:
Greater St. Louis Area
Winner:
Albuquerque
Associations with 251 or more members:
Honorable Mention:
Austin
Winner:
Denver
Public Relations Award | Chapter
This award is given to the chapter that exhibits excellence in the performance, efficiency and exemplification of the ideals, mission, and standards of Kappa Kappa Gamma.
Honorable Mention:
Sigma, Nebraska
Epsilon Kappa, South Carolina
Eta Omicron, Northeastern
Winner:
Gamma Nu, Arkansas
Most Outstanding Chapter Award
McNaboe Most Outstanding
Alumnae Association Award
The McNaboe Award recognizes outstanding alumnae associations that have achieved overall excellence in fulfilling the purpose of the Fraternity. These awards are presented in affectionate appreciation of Almira Johnson McNaboe, Wisconsin, Grand Vice President from
1936-40.
Honorable Mention:
Denver
Akron
Winner:
Palo Alto Alumnae Association