On campus, there are many sororities, panhellenic, academic, and recreational, but this week the spotlight is on Phi Mu.
Their heart has been in their national philanthropy, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, since 1986.
This program works with OU Medical Center, a branch of the Children’s Miracle Network, that benefits kids throughout Oklahoma by providing the medical care and attention they need.
Coming up soon, this enthusiastic and kindhearted sorority will have its philanthropy week, Miracle Week, from February 19-23.
This will consist of a mix of on and off-campus activities such as tabling, giveback nights, a service night, and a main event on Friday with all proceeds supporting their philanthropic work.
Mariah Hunt, Phi Mu’s philanthropy chair, and member since her freshman year, talks more about her experiences with her sisters. “I have formed so many relationships that I never imagined I would make! No matter what, I can always count on someone to lend me a hand. Whether it be needing someone to sit with me, or a ride to the airport I can always trust that my sisters will be there to help me out!”
In addition to the CMN Hospitals, they also support the Phi Mu Foundation which Hunt says, “supports Phi Mu sisters nationwide with financial support by awarding academic scholarships, and emergency grants, and invests in many programs to help all women achieve their full potential”.
Founded in 1852, Phi Mu is the second-oldest sorority in the nation providing resources to nearly 200,000 women in the sisterhood.
With alumni chapters and associations, college is not the end of the road for these sisters’ connections and demonstration of core values.
Along with Miracle Week, Phi Mu is holding a smaller Valentine’s event with more details underway.
Any student or staff member is able to order flowers and/or treats for their loved ones, which is a great way to show appreciation.
Hunt reminds students to “Keep an eye out as it is something you definitely won’t want to miss out on!”
Editor’s Note: Mariah Hunt is an Arts Editor for the OCU Student Publications. She was not involved in the editing of this story
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