Awards &
Achievements
Virginia Tech FSL
Rooted in community development, leadership, and strategic growth, the Virginia Tech Fraternity and Sorority Life office continues to foster an impactful and dynamic interfraternal experience. Together, we celebrate the achievements that reflect our commitment to excellence and our shared values.
Most Improved Chapter of the Year (2018)
Awarded to the chapter that shows outstanding growth in key areas like academics, recruitment, membership development, and chapter operations. ​
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Ut Prosim Sorority Legacy Award (2023)
Rooted in the university motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) and the Principles of Community, students are encouraged to build connections that shape their values and guide their decisions as responsible citizens.
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Sorority Chapter of the Year (2024)
This award recognizes chapters that have demonstrated exception growth and impact through leadership, service, academic achievement, and member development, core values of the FSL community at Virginia Tech.
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International Leadership Board
Rooted in leadership, mentorship, and community engagement, the International Leadership Board of alpha Kappa Delta Phi supports the growth and success of chapters across the nation. Their mission is to uphold the sorority's pillars by mentoring chapters, organizing leadership events, and fostering a strong, connected sisterhood.
CEP 5-Star Model Chapter (2021 - 2022)
As the highest distinction within alpha Kappa Delta Phi's Chapter Excellence Program (CEP), this award honors chapters that excel in ten key areas including leadership, scholarship, service, and cultural awareness. It signifies a chapter's strong commitment to the sorority's core values and significant role in fostering a strong sisterhood.
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CEP 5-Star Model Chapter (2022 - 2023)
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CEP 5-Star Model Chapter (2023 - 2024)
Vy Huynh - I.R.I.S. Award Recipient - Mid-Atlantic Region (Spring 2023)
The “In Recognition of Inspirational Sisterhood” (I.R.I.S.) award is intended to recognize a sister in your region that has displayed exceptional activism in the five pillars alpha Kappa Delta Phi stands for:
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Leadership
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Scholarship
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Asian Awareness
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Community Service
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Sisterhood (at a chapter and regional level)
Anita Tso Philanthropy Award (2023 - 2024)​
The Anita Tso Philanthropy Award was first presented in 2001, and was started and named in honor of Jasmine Tso’s mother Anita, who passed away from breast cancer. The national philanthropy of alpha Kappa Delta Phi is Breast Cancer Awareness. This award recognizes one outstanding chapter a year who has not only surpassed other chapters in contributing to the fight against breast cancer, but also participated in numerous community service and volunteer activities consistently throughout the year.
Leadership
Our sisters continue to lead beyond the chapter by participating in selective sorority internship programs through the International Leadership Board. These opportunities allow them to gain professional experience and shape the future of alpha Kappa Delta Phi.
Sarah Nguyen
Winter/Spring 2023
Mid-Atlantic Digital & Social Media Committee Intern
Vy Huynh
Winter/Spring 2024
Convention Logistics Committee
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Fall 2024/Spring 2025
Project Management Internship on Governance Document Review Intern
Jennifer Tran
Fall 2024
Mid-Atlantic Programming Intern
Our sisters embody leadership in every aspect of their lives. From internships and co-ops to studying abroad, serving as TAs, and holding positions in other organizations, they continue to go above and beyond. Their dedication and drive inspire our community every day.
Vy Huynh
Current
Diplomacy Lab Program - U.S. Department of State​​
Ivanna Tran
Current
Business Operations Intern at Vertosoft
Gabrielle Ravanera
Spring 2024
Tech4Humanity Research Volunteer
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Ashley Sibinski
Current
Marketing Chair at Ascend at VT​
Nhi Dang
Current
PR Chair for the Asian American Student Union (AASU)
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Current
Treasurer for the Order of Omega National Greek Honor Society
Jennifer Tran
Spring 2025
PR/Marketing Internship
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Winter 2024
Costa Rica Study Abroad
Shushantika Barua
Fall 2025
Packaging Engineer Co-op at Axalta
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Spring 2023
Web Developer Intern at Arazo Media
Christina Chan
Current
VT SAASS Tutor
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College of Agriculture and Life Science Ambassador
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Member of Order of Omega
Ariel Vargas
Current
Executive Council & Re-establish Chair at Ascend at VT
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Summer 2025
Oracle Digital Consultant Intern at BakerTilly
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Spring 2023
Web Developer Intern at Arazo Media
Tonya Tran
Current
Member of Delta Omega Honorary Society in Public Health
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Research Assistant at Models for Environmental Health and Policy Lab
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Fall 2023-Spring 2024
UCFS Representative in Undergraduate Student Senate (USS)
Tisha Maskey
Current
UCFS VP and Biological Sciences Ambassador Intern
Winter 2023-24
Vietnam Dental Internship with Volunteers Around the World (VAW) Study Abroad
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Spring 2024
Biology 1106 UTA Intern
Arianne Garcia
Fall 2024
Integrative Studio Study Abroad in Chicago
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Winter ‘24
Architectural Intern at Maginniss and del Ninno Architects
Summer ‘24
Architectural Systems Intern at Vornado Realty Trust
Fall ‘24
Architectural Extern at Olson Kundig​​ ​
Almira Kusuma
Summer 2024
Architectural Intern at AE Works
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Fall 2024
Architecture Study Abroad in Europe
Winter 2023-24
Architectural Intern at Wendel Companies
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Spring & Fall 2023
Lead Graphic Officer Intern for NOMAS Eboard
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Rebecca Schelsinger
Current
Ambassador for the College of Natural Resources and Environment
Summer 2024
Long & Foster Real Estate Company Internship (Blacksburg, VA) & Externship (Burke, VA)
Fall 2023
Turks and Caicos School for Field Studies (SFS) Marine Resource Study Abroad​