Top Ten Ways to Stay Involved Communicate Across the Miles.  Are you the sister that others consider the main "communicator" and keeps tabs on everyone?  Know exactly the sister we are referring to?  Encourage her to update the Executive Office on classmates' contact information and create some way everyone in the class can remain connected.  There are so many options: Facebook groups, pledge class blogs, monthly e-mails.  No matter how you do it, remember it's easier to stay connected than it is to reconnect in a few years. "My best friends in Alpha Phi are literally spread out from coast to coast, but we are making it work. A short voicemail, a text message or a simple e-mail takes two seconds and easily keeps us in each others lives. I am hundreds of miles away from my best friends, but with every text or Gchat we might as well be next to each other on the couch splitting a bag of popcorn and laughing over the events of the day." Maureen Rohn (Beta – Northwestern, 2008), Consultant at Booz Allen Hamilton Show Your Pride.  Now that you'll be dressed in "business casual" more often during the week, here are a few easy ways to continue mapping (Marketing Alpha Phi) as an alumna: wear your red dress pin, sport your t-shirts at the gym, wear your badge or even buy new Alpha Phi accessories to compliment this new chapter of your life.  You never know where you might run into an Alpha Phi sister! Be Part of our Social Network.  Alpha Phi is on Facebook and Twitter now so it's easy to stay up to date on Fraternity happenings.  Plus, you might meet new friends on our fanpage in your new city.  If you have plans to travel after graduation, be sure to check out the "Alpha Phis Overseas" Facebook group.  It is a great way to connect with a sister living abroad and to gain valuable travel advice. Locate Your "Lost" Sisters.  Whenever you're on the Alpha Phi Web site, see if you can help us locate alumnae who have ended up on our "lost" list.  View the list here, click on your chapter name, then scan the list for any names you recognize.  Tune in to Alpha Phi.  When you're on the go (and let's be honest, who among us isn't?) enrich your life with these 5 to 10 minute podcasts that will encourage, enlighten and excite you.  Alpha Phi delves into topics that matter most to women today - from money management to spring break safety - all in bite size podcasts that are easy to enjoy wherever your life may take you!  Download it here. Share Your BiograPHI.  Did you know that Alpha Phi has an online community especially for its alumnae around the country to connect?  Check out the popular BiograPhi section to see what other Alpha Phis are currently doing and, while you're there, be sure to tell your own story.  Utilize the class notes feature to share the latest happenings in your life — new jobs, big moves, exciting engagements or any other milestones.  Remember nothing is too big or small to share with your sisters. Volunteer Your Talents.  Go back to your chapter to help with their Founders' Day or Red Dress event.  If you can't make it back in person, offer your list of contacts to help strengthen your chapter's alumnae relations program.  Consider volunteering with one of our other 149 chapters who could use your help too.  Take a moment to fill out the Volunteer Interest Survey for an opportunity to give back to Alpha Phi.  "Look for a local chapter and get involved.  Make yourself available and let them know you want to help in any way you can.  Attend events and get-to-know the girls!  The current advisors and collegiate women will appreciate your help and the fresh perspective you bring right out of the chapter." Emily Wicks (Beta Rho - Washington State, 2008), Associate at Gallatin Public Affairs. Pass on the Tradition.  While you might not be recruiting girls anymore, you can still help with recruitment.  If you know a great girl who is heading to college, talk with her about greek life.  If you think she would be a good match for Alpha Phi, complete a recommendation for her.  Join an Alumnae Group.  Connect with other Alpha Phi alumnae in your area, attend fun social events and participate in important philanthropic activities — all by joining an alumnae chapter.  There are over 140 chapters across the country!  Check out this list to find one near you.  Not one in your area?  E-mail alumnae@alphaphi.org for more information about starting one. "Be an active member of your local alumnae chapter! There are positions that you can hold, social events to take part in and community service opportunities!  The alumnae group also offers an exceptional place to network and create professional relationships.  Although it is much harder to find time (mainly because you are not living with the sorority or having a chapter meeting every Monday night), it is worth the time and effort because you will stay connected to old sisters and meet new friends as well!" Lindsay Lambert (Delta Gamma - University of Northern Colorado, 2008), Recruiting Coordinator for DaVita Inc. Reunite Face to Face.  Start planning monthly or bi-monthly gatherings to keep in touch with alumnae from your chapter.  From Sunday brunches or Friday Happy Hours to road trips visiting sisters in their new cities, it is important to plan regular activities with your Alpha Phi sisters.