Crunch Time: Nutritious Study Noms

Hey Kappa Delts!

As sorority women, particularly as Kappa Deltas, we always want to be at the top of our game mentally and physically, both looking and feeling our best. We also want to maintain the top Greek GPA, as demonstrated by our constant presence in the library, connector lobby, and other popular study areas on campus.

These snacks will hurt your prospects of feeling and performing well come exam day!

Since it's that time of year again (finals are just a little over one week away!) Some of us are feeling the stress of academia, the prospect of summer jobs, and moving out beginning to mount. Unfortunately, I'm finding myself snacking more frequently than usual to combat the inevitable stress from all three. This can be problematic, as my unhealthy snacking habits tend to lead to decreased academic performance, pesky vacillations in the way my clothes fit, and increased hyperactivity from an overload of fat, carbs, sugar and caffeine.

While avoiding "stress eating" is a helpful tactic, a girl's gotta eat! These scrumptious snacks are full of healthy nutrients and antioxidants that will keep your mind, body, and immune system in peak condition in order to help you combat the stress of exams- all while maintaining your hard-earned summer physique! Since I'm a gluten-free advocate (gluten is thought to cause weight gain and hyperactivity) I'll tie that component in as well- we can all benefit from eliminating- or at least limiting- gluten consumption to some degree!

#1: KD Ladybugs!
Ingredients:

• Black olives
• Good source of monosaturated fat
• Excellent source of Vitamin E
• Cherry tomatoes
• Potassium
• Silicon- good for skin
• Vitamin B3/Niacin
• Excellent source of Calcium
• Laughing cow cheese spread
• Contain 50 calories per wedge
• Low fat
• Some calcium
• Glutino whole grain/gluten-free crackers
• Low-fat
• Gluten-free

Perfect for our KD chapter :)

#2: Ants on a log

Ingredients

• Celery
• Contains calcium
• Low calorie
• Good source of Vitamin B9/Folate
• Good source of Vitamin K
• Peanut butter (reduced fat)
• Protein source
• Can be high fat, so limit to 2 tbsp
• Monounsaturated fat
• Raisins
• Fiber
• Good source of potassium

Perfect snack for "crunch time" with a perfect balance of texture, sweet, and salty flavors!

#3: Boiled eggs

• High in cholesterol and saturated fat, BUT:
• Are low in calories (just 77 per egg)
• Have 6.3 g of protein per serving
• 15% DV of riboflavin
• High in B12 and phosphorus
• Source of zinc and calcium
• Excellent for energizing!
• Easy to make

Boiled egg molds: adorable way to incorporate a theme into food! Great price too; you can get a set of these at Williams Sonoma for just $10 (not including shipping!)

#4: Lunch Meat Kabobs 
(shown: turkey, cheese, tomatoes)
Ingredients:

• Turkey cold cuts
• Solid source of protein
• Excellent source of dietary fiber
• Cheddar cheese
• Protein
• Calcium
• Tomatoes
• See above

Super quick and filling!

Hope you ladies enjoy the noms!
AOT

Sources:

1. Livestrong
2. Food Scout
3. Calorie Count

April Birthdays

Happy birthday to our April babies!!!

Wed Apr 4 - Haley Fulford

Thu Apr 12 - Laura Boone

Fri Apr 13 - Laura Cline

Mon Apr 16 - Ciara Rickert

Tue Apr 17 - Susan Webb

Fri Apr 20 - Mary Nisbet

Mon Apr 23 - Rebecca Jane Cooper

Fri Apr 27 - Emily Wilburn

Sat Apr 28 - Becca Shaw

We're Always Wearing Letters

Speaking of letter shirts...

One of our sisters mentioned this video (made by the sisters of Delta Zeta at Grand Valley State University in Michigan) the other day; I decided I would check it out. It's a really great reminder for everyone involved in Greek life, as well as anyone considering joining a Greek organization. Thanks to the inspiring words of blogger TJ Sullivan for bringing awareness to the fact that we're always wearing our letters! 

Sources: 

1. "You're Always Wearing Your Letters" YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDF2wlxGCPE&noredirect=1
2. TJ Sullivan's Official Blog: http://tjsullivan.com
3. Grand Valley State- Delta Zeta- Xi Psi Chapter: www2.gvsu.edu/~deezees/

KD Apparel

In case you haven't been to the KD Boutique lately, the site has new items for Spring!

Here's a few other reputable sites with great custom Greek items, including letter shirts!:

• Etsy
• Greek Gear
• Custom Greek Threads
• JennaBenna
• Designer Greek

Keep it Klassy KDs!
AOT

Sorority of the Year!

Congratulations to Kappa Delta Epsilon Epsilon Chapter....

Appalachian State University's 

2011-2012 Sorority of the Year!

Old South 2012

Our Kappa Deltas looked oh-so-stunning in their vintage attire at the Old South Formal, a traditional event for the fraternity men of Appalachian State's Delta Psi chapter of Kappa Alpha Order.

Here's a brief history of the event, courtesy of the Kappa Alpha Order- Nu chapter at Auburn University:

For many chapters, Kappa Alpha Order's largest social event is the Old South formal. It is designed to celebrate the fraternity's southern history and to honor the southern ideals of hospitality, courtesy, and chivalry. The event has its roots at Mercer University in Macon, Georgia. The brothers of Kappa chapter at Mercer were inspired by the release of Gone with the Wind in 1939 to hold the "Dixie Ball", a celebration of Southern pride. The event quickly spread to other chapters across the country and evolved into the modern Old South formal.

Though traditions vary by chapter, many have chosen to make the event a "trip back in time" to the Antebellum South, prior to and during the American Civil War. A common feature is for brothers to dress in Civil War uniforms, and for their dates to wear antebellum dresses. Occasionally, invitations to the event will be delivered by brothers on horseback, or in a manner similar to what was customary in the 19th century. At many chapters, Old South has been expanded to comprise a full week of social events, culminating with the traditional Old South ball.