#IAmTriDelta Outgoing

Madison Tynes is a sophomore, elementary education major from Gautier, Mississippi. She currently serves as our Song Chairman in Tri Delta.

Madison believes that Tri Delta is unique in the variety of members our chapter has.
"Everyone has their own place in Tri Delta, its almost like a puzzle. Each member makes up a piece of Phi Epsilon."

According to Madison, one way that unites all of Phi Epsilon is our philanthropy, St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.

"St. Jude's is our common love. We are all involved with different activities in and outside of Tri Delta, but we come together because of our passion for the work done at St. Jude's."

Madison's piece to the Phi Epsilon puzzle is her outgoing personality. She loves to connect with people in and outside of Tri Delta. Her role as a member of Eagle Connection helps her to connect with potential Southern Miss students. Madison is able to talk about why she loves Southern Miss and how they can too!

We are proud of you Madison!

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Krista Friedlein is a sophomore, tourism management from Atlanta, Georgia. She currently serves as our Membership Development Chairman. On campus, Krista is involved with Stage Monkeys, an improv theatre troop; GEWW crew; and the American Marketing Association.

Krista believes she has grown through Tri Delta because of the women around her.
"These women have pushed me to reach my full potential. They encouraged me to take opportunities that I didn't know existed and didn't believe I could do until they instilled this courage in me."

Krista is a part of our Phi Epsilon puzzle with her great humor.
"Tri Delta is an organization that we choose to do. It should never feel like an obligation, its something we should be genuinely excited to do."

Phi Epsilon is unique in Krista's eyes because of our support for one another.
"There is a willingness to help, no matter the request of any member."

Today is also Krista's birthday- Happy Birthday to one piece of our Phi Epsilon puzzle! We love you Krista!

Meet our seniors- Kaelyn, Rachel, Shelby and Ashlee

Kaelyn Wolfe is a communications studies major. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. In Tri Delta she has served as the New Member Educator and the Collegiate Chapter President. At Southern Miss, Kaelyn has been a member of Campus Crusades, GEWW crew, Communication Studies Student Association and the SGA Election Commission. Kaelyn's favorite Tri Delta memory is the St. Jude's/Tri Delta Leadership Conference she attended in February 2015. During the conference, she was able to listen to patient and family testimonies.
"I remember vividly one of the mothers saying, 'As weird as it sounds, our family is thankful in a way for cancer. It has brought us closer together as a family, it has given us strength, and has made us lean on the Lord. Tri Delta will always be a part of our healing process, and we know that these triangles on the walls are the reason this hospital exists.' I think I had always known the impact Tri Delta makes on St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, but to hear from patients and parents just how much our hard work is needed really solidified that mission for me and made me prouder than ever to be a Tri Delta."
After graduation this December, Kaelyn has a few different options that she would like to pursue with student affairs/higher education.

Rachel Wooten is a nursing major. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. Through out her four years, Rachel has been involved with the Wesley Foundation, Christian Nursing Fellowship, and the Sigma Theta Tau international society of nursing. Rachel's favorite Tri Delta memory is from the Hattiesburg snow storm of 2014. Rachel and Katherine were snowed in at Laken and Landon's parents' house for two days while school was cancelled. They slid down the hill in the snow on garbage can lids, ate so much food, played games, and didn't worry about school at all. After graduation, Rachel plans to move back to Jackson, Mississippi and apply for jobs at the surrounding hospitals. "I am excited to see where my nursing career takes me and what the future holds."

Shelby York is a public relations major. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. During her time in Tri Delta, Shelby has served as the Community Service Chairman and the Vice President of Public Relations. At Southern Miss, Shelby has served as a Gamma Rho Chi, member of Campus Crusades, and involved with several honor societies. Her favorite Tri Delta memory was living in the "Black Pearl" (Hillcrest) with her "fellow pirate, Madison Bourne".
"We decorated our room in Hillcrest like a pirate ship equipped with authentic pirate flags. We were also given a microwave from 1970 that had a dial, and we found wasps and lizards on our floor all of the time. We even had an entire banner painted on the floor because I didn't put anything under the sheet and all the paint stained the floor. Every day was an adventure!"
After graduation this May, Shelby will take the summer to apply for PR jobs in the Birmingham and Nashville areas.

Ashlee Zila is an exercise science major. She joined Tri Delta in 2012 at Mississippi State but transferred to the Southern Miss chapter later that year. During her time at Southern Miss, Ashlee has been involved with the Exercise Physiology Club. Her favorite Tri Delta memory is touring St. Jude's. She loved singing "happy birthday" to a patient who was receiving treatment at the time.
"It really just put everything into perspective and reminded me why we do all of the things we do."
After graduation this May, Ashlee plans to attend PA school.

Meet our seniors- Alex, Elise, Kamie, Becca, and Katherine

Alex Robinson is a dance performance and choreography major from Tennessee. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. In Tri Delta she has served as Dance Chairman and brought home PC 15 as the Vice President of Membership. Her favorite memory in Tri Delta is her last bid day. After serving on recruitment team all summer, Alex loved seeing our chapter work together for recruitment and watching all of the sweet new members run home to us. After she graduates this May, Alex plans to move to Chicago for an internship. She is engaged to Cody King.

Elise Seale is an Interdisciplinary Studies major from Hattiesburg, Mississippi. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. In Tri Delta she has served as the Panhellenic Delegate and the Vice President of Finance. At Southern Miss, Elise has been involved in Eagle Connection, Phi Kappa Phi, and Honors College. Elise also served on the College Panhellenic Council as a Gamma Rho Chi and the Vice President of Risk Management. Elise's favorite memory in Tri Delta is bid day this past August. She ran home to Tri Delta after disassociating all summer for CPC Exec.  After she graduates this May, Elise plans to move to Nashville and begin law school at Vanderbilt.

Kamie Stephens is a nursing major. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. In Tri Delta, Kamie served as both the Intramural Chairman and Housing Chairman. On campus, Kamie served as a member of the Honors College, Sigma Theta Tau international society of nursing, Lamda Sigma honors society, Phi Kappa Phi honors society, Gamma Phi Beta honors society, Gold Key honors society, and as a GEWW crew leader. Kamie also served as a Gamma Rho Chi. Her favorite Tri Delta memory is singing "happy birthday" to a little boy at St. Jude's. After graduation Kamie plans to work as a registered nurse at St. Tammany hospital in Mandeville, Louisiana.

Rebecca West is an entertainment industry major from Gulfport, Mississippi. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. Her favorite Tri Delta memory is getting her little, Larsen. "She's my twin, mini me, and my bestie." After graduation, Becca will be in search of a job. She is also engaged to Brandon Bell.

Katherine Whitehead is a nursing major. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. Through out her time at Southern Miss Katherine has been involved in the Student Government Association, the Wesley Foundation, Sigma Theta Tau international society of nursing, and Christian Nursing Fellowship. Katherine's favorite Tri Delta memory is the tacky Christmas party that her and her roommates planned for their pledge class. They had so much fun decorating and preparing for the party.
"After the party, my roommates and I stayed up doing lip syncing videos, being weird, and practicing our dance moves! It was all around the most fun night and one of the many memories that I will never forget!" After graduation, Katherine plans to move home to Madison, Mississippi and apply for nursing positions with Batson Children's Hospital.

Meet our seniors- Courtney, Nancy, Kylie, Liz, and Elise

Courtney Miller is a nutrition major from Maryville, Tennessee. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 13. Courtney is a member of the Student Nutrition Association. Her favorite Tri Delta memory was getting her little. After graduation, she plans to move home to Tennessee with her adorable dog!

Nancy Miller is a human resources management major from Long Beach, Mississippi. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. Nancy has been involved with the Southern Miss Activities Council and many many Tri Delta dances. Her favorite Tri Delta memories are the ones where she is dancing. "I have thoroughly enjoyed dancing for skit, philanthropy, and homecoming dances, and step shows to represent this amazing chapter." After graduation, Nancy plans to move home to the coast in search of a job.

Kylie Perry is a public relations major from Gulfport, Mississippi. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. In Tri Delta she has previously served as the Sponsor Chairman and Social Chairman. At Southern Miss, she is involved with PRSSA. Her favorite Tri Delta memory is when she visited St. Jude's for the first time. "It really opened my eyes to how wonderful the hospital is and how lucky I am to be a part of it." After graduation, Kylie plans to move to the coast and work in the casino industry doing public relations and/or event planning.

Elizabeth Quave is a nursing major from Ocean Springs, Mississippi. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. On campus, Liz has been involved with Sigma Theta Tau international honor society of nursing, Phi Kappa Phi honor society, and the Christian Nurses Fellowship. Liz's favorite Tri Delta memory was running home to her older sister, Mandy, on bid day her freshman year. "It was such an amazing moment to share with my sister!" After graduation, Liz plans to move to Flowood in search of a nursing job in Jackson.

Elise Rice is a nursing major from Gulfport, Mississippi. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. In Tri Delta, Elise has served as Social Chairman and the Vice President of Membership. Her favorite Tri Delta memory was planning grab-a-dates for Tri Delta as Social Chair. "I love surprises so announcing it to the chapter was always so much fun!" Elise's plans after college are to be determined.

Meet our seniors- Sophie, Katelyn, Taylor, Emily, and Betsy

Sophie Jernigan is a biological sciences major from Hattiesburg, Mississippi. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. Sophie has served as a member of the Gamma Phi Beta honor society, Golden Key honor society, Signage and Wayfinding University committee, and the 2012 SGA Cabinet. Sophie is also a Luckyday scholar. Her favorite Tri Delta memory was visiting St. Jude's. After graduation this May, Sophie will attend the University of Mississippi Medical Center's School of Health Related Professions to get her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.

Katelyn Knight is a speech pathology and audiology major. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 13. Katelyn has served Southern Miss as a member of NSSHLA and captain of the Dixie Darlings. We will miss cheering her on every Saturday in the Rock! Katelyn's favorite Tri Delta memory is dancing in skit. After graduation, she plans to move home to work in the school system before attending graduate school.

Taylor Lewis is a sales and marketing major. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. Taylor is a member of the American Marketing Association. She also has served as our beloved Chuck the Chicken's mom for the past year. Taylor's favorite Tri Delta memory is being named as Chuck's "mom". She said, "I was so shocked when he was passed down to me my junior year." After graduation, Taylor will return to her hometown of Fairhope, Alabama to intern over the summer with a public relations firm.

Emily McDermott is an exercise science major. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. Through out her four years at Southern Miss, she's been involved with the College Republicans Association, Catholic Student Association, Exercise Science Club, Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society, and Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. Emily's favorite Tri Delta memory was pulling a Halloween prank on another member.
"By far, my favorite memory in Tri Delta was during my sophomore year living in Hillcrest when Betsy, Courtney, Elise, and I pulled the Halloween prank on Becca Hebert. We got Elise to hide in the closet and then told Becca we were going to surprise Elise when she walked in the door. Little did Becca know, Elise was right behind her the whole time and she was clueless. After a few minutes of watching Becca sing Phantom of the Opera and cracking up laughing, Elise popped out from behind the closet curtain and Becca went flying into the air screaming and crying. We sent the video to Ellen DeGeneres in hopes of making the video go viral."
After graduation this May, Emily will be working for Memorial Hospital in Gulfport. She will begin applying for PT school and one day opening her own orthopedic and sports medicine clinic on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Betsy Mercier is an elementary education major from Hattiesburg, Mississippi. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. In Tri Delta, Betsy has served as the assistant of Activities Chair, Licensing Chairman, and Philanthropy Chairman. She even won the NATIONAL award for Philanthropy Chairman of the Year for Tri Delta! At Southern Miss, Betsy has served as a member of Southern Style 2015, EMSA, College Republicans, Catholic Student Association, Luckyday Scholar, various honor socieites, and in the Student Government Association in the Senate and Philanthropy Commission branches. Betsy's favorite Tri Delta memories were anything to do with philanthropy and raising money for St. Jude's- especially Tri Hop 2015, a philanthropy event she created! After she graduates in May, Betsy has a couple of job opportunities that she is deciding on.

Meet our seniors- Kathryn Duke, Abbie, JoAnna, Kathryn H, and Becca

Kathryn Duke is a public relations major from New Orleans, Louisiana. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. On campus she's been involved in PRSSA, The Agency, Kappa Tau Alpha honor society, and served as a public relations intern for the Office of Greek Life. Kathryn served in Tri Delta as the Social Media Chairman and an assistant to the Sponsor Chairman and Recruitment Team. She's won a variety of awards for her work in public relations such as the Public Relations Association of Mississippi's Student of the Year and the Sales and Marketing Professional Pine Belt's Rising Star Scholar.
Her favorite Tri Delta memory is from skit day this past recruitment. "It was skit day, our last skit party had just finished and it hit everyone that it was the last skit we would all ever perform. And, I just remember everyone running into the chapter room going crazy and dancing all around because we had just killed our last performance and we were killing recruitment.... The energy and excitement in the room was insane."
Following graduation, Kathryn plans to move to Atlanta to pursue a career in public relations.

Abbie Gunkel is an elementary and math education major with an endorsement in music and reading. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. In her four years on campus, Abbie has been involved in a variety of organizations at Southern Miss such as: USM women's lacrosse club, Southern Miss Activities Council (SMAC), Student Government Association (SGA), Eagle Connection, Sigma Alpha Iota music fraternity, GEWW crew, and Diamond Darlings. Abbie also won several awards for her dedication to these organizations- SMAC's Most Important Event Programmer and Athena Leadership Award and SGA's Outstanding Leadership Award.
Abbie's favorite memory from Tri Delta was running home to her sister on bid day. "Throughout recruitment week, I was torn between sororities; I wanted to make a name for myself without being someone's 'little sister'.  On sisterhood day, I saw the sincere sisterhood of Tri Delta and I knew that the girls were not defining me by my sister; they genuinely wanted to get to know me."
After graduation next May, Abbie plans to move back to the coast to teach while working towards a Masters of Education.

JoAnna Gunnufsen is a history major with licensure in social studies for grades 7-12. JoAnna joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 14. While at Southern Miss, she's been involved with Lambda Sigma honor society, Phi Eta Sigma honor society, Honors College, and she's served as the Vice President and Treasurer of Phi Alpha Theta. JoAnna was recently named as one of the 50 students chosen to represent Southern Miss in the Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities. In Tri Delta, JoAnna served as the Chapter Correspondent. She described her favorite Tri Delta memory as visiting St. Jude's with our entire chapter her senior year. After graduation, JoAnna plans to teach social studies to middle/high school students.

Kathryn Hamrick is a nutrition and dietetics major from Mobile, Alabama. She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. Through out her time in Tri Delta, she has served as the Body Image Coordinator and the Vice President of Administration. Kathryn described her favorite Tri Delta memory is living in Hillcrest with her pledge class. Everyone had the chance to get closer and see each other all of the time. Following graduation this May, Kathryn will intern for the Morrison Chartwell's Dietetic Internship. She is engaged to Scott Byrd.

Becca Hebert is a broadcast journalism major from Gulfport, Mississippi.  She joined Tri Delta as a member of PC 12. Through out her time in Tri Delta, she's served as the Risk Management Chairman and Secretary.

Becca has a passion for Christmas. Her favorite Tri Delta memory was during finals week of her junior year. "A few of my friends and I decided to decorate the house for Christmas... we went through a closet and found tons of Christmas decorations and decided to decorate the house! We put a 7.5 Christmas tree in the foyer, put decorations around the house and decorated the outside with pretty Christmas lights, all while jamming to Christmas music! It was so much fun and such great procrastination during finals week!" After graduating in May, Becca will move to Atlanta to begin her new job with Risk Placement Services.