Here come the Alum! Spring Graduation 2019
These sisters are unforgettable and have made a huge impact within our chapter. Here we take a look at all of their achievements and goals for the future. We loved watching you grow and cannot wait to hear about what you accomplish in the future. It has come to that time again where we have to send off some amazing, valuable, and dedicated sisters.
Courtney Renaldi
Founders class (fall 2015)
Positions held: Vice President of Recruitment for 2 years
Courtney oversaw DPhiE recruitment for 2 years, helping our chapter grow and welcome in many amazing girls during her time in the position of VPR. Her dedication and commitment to our chapter is something we all cherish. Not only did Courtney hold this position in our chapter but she was also involved in Special Olympics, Love Your Melon, Friends of Rachel, National Society of Leadership and Success, Alaska Distance Intervention Program and Gamma Sigma Alpha Honor Society. Clearly Courtney was very involved throughout her college experience. Even with all of her involvement, Courtney earned a degree in Elementary Education, Pre-k-4. With this degree, ideally, Courtney would love to be teaching kindergarten in a district that’s not too far away. At some point in the future, she would like to come back to Kutztown to obtain her Master of Education Degree in Reading. But for the time being after graduation, Courtney is hoping to get a job substitute teaching until she can secure a full-time teaching position for the upcoming school year.
"Thank you, Zeta Gamma chapter, for giving me my home away from home. I have found my forever friends and bridesmaids over the past four years in this organization and I am so thankful for everything it’s given me. Thank you for the constant love and support through my four years in this chapter, as well as during the hardest two years as Vice President of Recruitment. You all mean the absolute world to me and I hope you never forget how proud I am of all of you."
To Em,
"I didn’t know how much I needed you in my life until we became friends. Thank you for being my other half, my rock, my best friend, and my partner in crime. I am so proud of everything you do and will continue to do, and I know you’ll do an amazing job following in my footsteps as VPR. I couldn’t think of anyone else more perfect for the job. Thank you for always making me laugh until I cry and for being a ray of sunshine on my rainy days. I’ll miss spending every waking moment with you but this isn’t a goodbye, it’s a see you later. Enjoy your last year before graduation as much as you possibly can, don’t spend too much time napping. I love you always." -Court
To Court,
“I don’t think when we meet a person we realize how much they could change our lives, and then...they do. I cannot remember a time when you weren’t my go to. I can’t imagine a life anymore where you weren’t a FaceTime away. Thank you Court, for opening the door and letting me stay with you. Thank you for knowing and being everything I needed even when I didn’t know what that was. You’ll do big things out there you idiot, and I’ll be here every step of the way”
-Em
Kristen Morozin
Founders class (fall 2015)
Kristen is officially a graduate of Kutztown University, where she earned her degree in Communication Studies and minors in Public Relations and Women Gender studies. Looking into her future, Kristen hopes to be working in the public relations field as an account coordinator or on a company's creative team. "My dream job would be to work for magazine that covers a wide range of topics like Philadelphia Magazine or at a nonprofit organization that works to support and assist those who experience oppression and need a stronger voice to advocate for them", Kristen says. We can see you have big goals for yourself in the future and we are confident that you will reach for the stars. While Kristen plans for the future, she will return to Bucks County where she will spend time with her family while settling into post-grad life and searching for a job. She is hoping to be able to come back to KU and "watch this chapter continue to grow and all the amazing women included grow with it!" We would love for you to visit us and keep us updated on everything you are accomplishing, we are going to miss your bubbly personality everyday!
"My favorite memory of DPhiE is the night i received my bid. Being a founder the process went a bit differently for us. We were under the impression that we were going to a preference round of recruitment and during the ritual we received “notes” that were to thank us for our time and speak on what value we could have to developing this organization. Those notes actually ended up being our bids! what made this night so special for me was having my older sister Keri, who is an alumni from Lasalle University’s chapter of DPhiE, surprised me by attending the ceremony and was the one who got to hand me my bid."
To my little G,
"I am so unbelievably proud of you and the time and dedication you have put into this organization. whenever needed you step up to the plate to take on a position, participate in other organizations events, and kill it during Greek Week. You are such a strong and powerful woman who has exceeded all exceptions i have had of you. Thank you for being by my side and talking me through all the drama and hardships that are thrown my way. Thank you for all of the laughs and memories shared together. because of you leaving Kutztown is all that much harder. Continue to be your true self and never let anyone tell you to be any different!" -Kristen
To Kristen,
"Kristen is who she is and doesn’t change that to please anyone. For that reason, when I’m with her, I never feel the need to hide from who I am. You’re never gonna meet anyone more kind and accepting than my big- your loss.” -G
Candace Katen
Founders class (fall 2015)
Positions held: Ritualist for 2 years
"One day, I hope to move down south to continue my teaching career. My dream job would be to teach kindergarten in Georgia. I want to grow and raise a family there and maybe even live on a farm! I have a lot of family that lives down there too which would allow me to spend more time with them. I love animals and children so interacting with them makes me happy. My goals include volunteering more at animal shelters and working with low income children. I want to make a difference in the world for the rest of my life." Candace graduated with a degree in Elementary Education Pre-k to 4th grade and was also involved in Student PSEA during her time at KU. We always could see that Candace had big dreams for herself and everyone knew that she would find a way to accomplish these goals. Candace has always been very dedicated to everything she does and goes above and beyond all expectations. Candace has always valued sisterhood and stands by the foundations of DPhiE. “Life is not about the number of breaths you take, but the moments that take your breath away.” "I live by this quote because it relates to not only cystic fibrosis but also making sure that you live everyday like it is your last." Shortly after college, Candace plans on finding a teaching position in the area and living at home for a couple of years. She would love to teach kindergarten, "I think my bubbly personality would fit right in with those students!" She eventually wants to get an apartment and buy a car she is also going to continue working at her daycare during the summer and babysitting so she can be around children as much as possible!
"There is no 'typical' DPhiE woman, that is what is so special about DPhiE. Our organization is made up of strong women who feel passionate about our philanthropies and strive to achieve academically. All of our sisters bring something special to our organization. We pride ourselves on having such diverse sisters who feel strongly about the different things they are involved in. I am proud to say that I have been able to volunteer at the Cystic Fibrosis gala the past three years. To be able to interact with others who feel so strongly about our philanthropy as much as I do is amazing and to be able to meet those who are living with CF is even more inspiring."
To Mandy,
"I cannot believe the day is finally here that you are sending me off. I remember the day you walked into our room for recruitment and the day we both started crying because I knew you would fit perfectly as a DPhiE sister. You are beautiful not just in your looks but in the way that you are. You give your all to this organization. I have seen you work so hard and it has really payed because now you are our current president. You deserve everything and more. I wish you the best and that your senior year is everything you want it to be. I love you with my whole heart. I will never ever forget you and the impact you made on me. You made me realize how fortunate and grateful I am to be in this organization." -Candace
To Candace,
"Throughout these years we have spent together you have given me a shoulder to cry on and have been one of my biggest support systems. I have found a forever friend and I am so thankful for you. I'm so proud of you for how far you have come and how far you still have yet to go. I love you and I know you will do amazing things."-Mandy
Keely Kushmider
Founders class (fall 2015)
Positions held: Greek Week Chair, Formal Recruitment Chair, President
Keely has earned her degree in Psychology and was also involved in the National Society for Leadership and Success here on campus. Keely has always been extremely involved with DPhiE holding many positions including the position of President during 2017-2018! Her commitment and dedication to our sorority has always been valued and appreciated! Next year, Keely will be attending grad school and plans in the future to be a Clinical Psychologist. Eventually, Keely would love to move somewhere down south to warmer weather!
"DPhiE has given me my best college memories and my future bridesmaids. Being a founder of this chapter and watching it grow as we’ve added our new classes has been such a rewarding experience. I wouldn’t be the person I am today without DPhiE and for that I’m forever grateful."
To my little Liv,
"I’m so lucky to have you in my life. Thank you for always being one of my biggest supporters and for being by my side this year. I knew from the second I met you that you were going to be an important person in my life. I hope that for your future in DPhiE you love this chapter as much as I did and continue to grow and make amazing memories. I’m going to miss you so much next year, but I will be here as much as possible and I’m always a phone call or text away. Love you!"
-Keely
To Keely,
"Thank you for being the best big in the entire world. I am so proud of you and all you have accomplished here. I love you more than anyone! I don't know what I will do without seeing you everyday." -Liv
Olivia Harwick
Founders class (fall 2015)
Positions held: Historian,Vice President of Member at Large, Formal Recruitment Chair
Olivia has made endless connections and lifelong relationships during her time in Delta Phi Epsilon. Olivia has always been extremely hardworking and dedicated to everything she does, not only with DPhiE but with other organizations that she is a part of as well. Aside from DPhiE, Olivia was also involved with German Student Organization, Delta Phi Alpha, Gamma Sigma Alpha, Veterans Service Office Mentorship Program, and National Art Education Association. Olivia also has worked as an Admissions Center Tour Guide, Interlibrary Loans Student Assistant, and Darkroom Studio Monitor. Olivia has earned her degree in Art Education with a minor in German Communication and Culture. With this degree she will teaching art classes in New Jersey and high school photography the week after she graduates. Then hopefully progressing into a full time high school art teacher or teaching in a juvenile detention center. Along side teaching, Olivia is planning on starting her masters in Art Administration at KU in the Spring of 2020. We are excited to see you inspire and teach the younger generations more about what you love and are passionate about!
"DPhiE has given me a huge chunk of my support system. Without the people that the chapter has introduced me to, I would not be where I am today or have had the opportunities I have been given. DPhiE has taught me to be a strong leader, a better advocate for myself and my beliefs, and how to step outside of my comfort zone."
To Alyssa, my little;
"Thank you for being as sassy as I am and appreciating my humor the way you do. You came into my life at the right time and have been a rock of support ever since our very first sushi date. Thank you for all the mini heart attacks and for introducing me to the second sassiest I person I know other than you (shout out to my G, Alicia). I have seen you mature into such a beautiful person over the past year and a half and I can’t wait to see all that you do in your future."-Xoxo ur green bean idiot vegan big
To Olivia,
"To have to watch you go, even if it is on to amazing things, is extremely hard. You have been so much more than a big sister to me. you are my mom away from mom, my go to whenever I need to hear things even if I don't want to hear them. And the person who has saved me countless number of times from a million different things. All in all you are my person, I couldn't imagine having anyone else in my life." -Alyssa
Sarah Jopko
Alpha class (Spring 2016)
Positions held: Sunshine Chair, Vice President of Membership Development
This little ray of sunshine has earned her degree here at Kutztown in Psychology with a minor in Sociology. Sarah was also involved with a lot here on campus such as Presidential Ambassadors, Psi Chi (Psychology Honor Society), Alpha Kappa Delta (Sociology Honor Society), Gamma Sigma Alpha (Greek Honor society), National Society of Leadership and Success, and Special Olympics. With all this involvement and hard work here on campus Sarah has her future laid out for herself, first starting with attending graduate school at Chestnut Hill College to earn a Master’s in Clinical and Counseling Psychology. Then Sarah will strive to find her stable job, counseling kids who need the help, and her goal is to one day get get her PhD. Her life long goal is to be married have cute kids someday. We cannot wait to see you achieve these goals and continue being the empowering woman you are today.
"My favorite memory in DPhiE was getting to be Reptar and wear the inflatable costume for Greek week. It was so much fun being a part of such an amazing dance and getting to wear the costume. Who doesn’t love being a goofball?"
August,
"Thank you for always being there for me when I needed to complain. I am so happy we became bestie boos. I know you’re going to do amazing in whatever you do and I will always be in your corner. You inspire me and make me proud to call you my friend everyday, love you lots!"- Sarah
To my Jonas Brother loving best friend,
"I am so extremely proud of you and everything you have accomplished so far. I know you are going to do amazing things in this world once you leave Kutztown. I will be there cheering you on every step of the way! Love you so much!” -August
Claire Spencer
Founders class (Fall 2015)
Positions held: Sisterhood Coordinator, Alumni Coordinator
Claire received her degree in Elementary Education, Pre-k-4th, this year! We are confident that her contagious smile and warm personality will blend well with the kids she will be teaching. Claire will be job hunting next year to find a kindergarten teaching position in a school district close to home. Before she finds her job she will be taking time to travel and go on lots of new adventures! We are excited to see where you travel to and the places you will journey to!
"DPhiE has given me a lot over the past four years. The most important thing it has given me is a group of women who I can be myself with. They have never judged me and they always have my back!"
Sarah R,
"I am so proud of you and everything that you have done! I can’t thank you enough for your endless love and support with everything I’ve done. You are such a strong and beautiful woman who will do big things in this world. I love you so much smalls!"
-Claire
To Claire,
"Thank you for all you have done for me, and all the things I know you will continue to do for me. When they say, "it's not four years it's for life", I know you will always be a sister of Delta Phi Epsilon. Yet, for the rest of my life you will be my big. My mentor. My best friend. I cannot even imagine my world without you. Like your tattoo of the world, I know you deserve the world. Know that no matter where in the world, I will always be there for you. And I will always pick you, choose you, and love you." -Sarah
Abbey Obert
Founders class (Fall 2015)
Positions held: T-shirt Coordinator, CPC Delegate, Vice President of Academic Affairs
Abbey is planning on moving back home and staying in the Lehigh Valley Area for a while to work. After she gets on her feet she would like to attend law school or get her Masters Degree. Abbey says, "I would love to be able to work on a political campaign someday". Abbey has just received her degree in Political Science with a focus in International Relations and a minor in History. Abbey was also involved with CPC e-board as the VP of Scholarship here on campus. Abbey has always been successful in everything she does not only within DPhiE but also on campus, we can't wait to see how successful you will be out in the real world!
"Being apart of our founding class in Fall 2015 is one of my favorite memories. I am so thankful that I chose DPhiE almost 4 years ago. DPhiE has given me my best friends, and my future bridesmaids. It has made me the women I am today, without DPhiE and my sisters by my side, my life would be totally different"
To Sarah,
"Thank you for sending me off! You have always been there for me when I have needed you. I am so glad that we have become close over the past few years. I am so proud to be able to call you my sister and cannot wait to see all of the amazing things you will do".- Abbey
To Abbey,
"Thank you for letting me cry and complain to you 24/7. I could always count on you for wanting to get food or to just complain about anything and everything. You’re one of the funniest people I know and even tho you will have to be in bed by 10 when you move back home you will always be our wild child. I love you so much sis" -Sarah
Emily Mosenson
Founders class (Fall 2015)
Positions held: Vice President of Operations
Emily's ultimate goal in life is to be the CEO of a company or start her own business within the next few years, but above all of this she just wants to be happy wherever she ends up. Emily graduated with a degree in Visual and Performing Arts, Communication Studies and a minor in Public Relations and a New Media and Digital Communication. Shortly after college Emily will be building upon her professional life by getting an entry level position at a marketing or public relations agency where she can perfect and improve her skills. Emily was involved in a lot on campus during her years in school including, Student Government Board, United Greek Council; holding the position of VPP for 2 years. Lastly, Emily was also involved with People for the Animals. We love seeing you work hard everyday to achieve your goals and continue to grow into the gorgeous women you are today.
"My favorite memory would have to be when us founders first got our bids into DPhiE. At first when we were invited back we didn’t think we were going to get our bid, we thought we were doing a ritual. I cried when I opened it up. As my years have went on since that day I wanted to thank the chapter for providing me ultimate friendship and love. As an only child it’s nice to come into an organization. This organization taught me leadership and sisterhood and working with a team. My goal leaving Kutztown was to leave a legacy and this organization has showed me the skills and special values in my heart that helped me leave that here."
To Kayla,
"You are an amazing individual. I’m so proud of everything that you have accomplishing come into our organization. Taking a fundraising role is very important and I can’t wait to see what else you do. As you are going to be starting a new internship in social work I know you will achieve great things and take this experience into your career and be the best social work professional. I’m always here for you no matter what." - Emily
To Emily,
"Congratulations Emily! You have worked so hard these past four years. I know how sad you are to leave and that change is scary but your worries and fears aside because you're going to do great things. Thank you for everything you've done. A big adventure is about to begin and I can't wait to watch all you accomplish." -Kayla
Hannah Voorhees
Founders class (Fall 2015)
Positions held: PEARL coordinator, Alumni Coordinator, Member of Standards Board
Hannah has always been very involved on campus, participating in many clubs such as Gamma Sigma Alpha (Greek Honor Society), the President of Bagpipe Club, and an Alaska Intervention tutor! Hannah has received her degree in Elementary Education and cannot wait until she is an elementary school teacher! Hannah is always smiling and has such a kind heart we know your going to do amazing educating kids!
"My favorite memory of DPhiE was my mom surprising me and pinning me during my initiation. I am a legacy of DPhiE and joined because I wanted a sisterhood like the one my mom has. It was an amazing and special opportunity to have my mom pin me and make me a member of and organization she loves and cherishes."
To Kayla,
"I would like to thank my amazing little Kayla for always being here for me and truly being my number one support system. Kayla from the first time I met you I knew you would be my little. You are always there to pick me up when I fall down and are one of my best friends. You have grown so much in the past 2 years and I cannot wait to see all the amazing things you do in the future." -Hannahtruly
To Hannah,
"I am so inspired by the phenomenon woman that you are, and I aspire to be more like you every day. Always know I am your biggest fan and number one supporter. I hope you always know how proud I am to be your little, I love you Han”- Kayla
