History of Eta Rho
In June of 1960 Eta Rho was born through the hard work
of Winnie Knowles, Rita Jones, Margaret Nelson, Marian
Bradley, Juanita Scott, Lois Mayal, and Roberta Sanders.
Winnie Knowles became the first president of Eta Rho.
At one point the chapter had up to 14 members and their
focus was the Institute of Logopedics, now known as Heartspring.
Throughout the years the members added philanthropic projects
that have touched their hearts. Some of these projects included
St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, needy families through Salvation Army,
Guadalupe Clinic, Birthline, Women’s Crises centers, Operation Holiday
& local nursing home. Their adopt-a-child at Heartspring is very close to their hearts.
But it didn’t stop there; Eta Rho was always in the local paper for some project, social or event that was going on. From cow Pattie bingo to telethons & radiothons to duck races on the Arkansas River. They were adventurous, dedicated & creative when it came to their Way & Means undertaking. The first Ways & Means project was the Independence Day Queen Contest, which brought in donations used for civil defense in the Community. Other projects throughout the years were Dillon’s flower delivery, making & selling bierocs, and having concession stands at the State Fair, just to name a few.
Let’s not forget about the pledges & socials. Pledges were never safe as they might have been awoken for a 6:00 am come as you are breakfast or a wear your clothes backwards party. Eta Rho socials were never boring as old fashion slumber parties, ice cream socials, preferential teas, Polaroid parties, casino nights & holiday events were always sure to be a good time with lots of fun & laughter.
Eta Rho wasn’t just a force in the local community, they made their mark at the District, State & IC level of ESA as well. Over the years there have been many skits, committees, & 1st place awards. Although none of the present Eta Rho members can hold a note, the first members must have been true songbirds as they won 1st place at the IC song contest in 1961.
Members have come & gone, but what always remains the same is the sisterhood that is faithful, loyal and true. Touching and enriching lives, not just in the chapter, but in the community as well.
of Winnie Knowles, Rita Jones, Margaret Nelson, Marian
Bradley, Juanita Scott, Lois Mayal, and Roberta Sanders.
Winnie Knowles became the first president of Eta Rho.
At one point the chapter had up to 14 members and their
focus was the Institute of Logopedics, now known as Heartspring.
Throughout the years the members added philanthropic projects
that have touched their hearts. Some of these projects included
St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, needy families through Salvation Army,
Guadalupe Clinic, Birthline, Women’s Crises centers, Operation Holiday
& local nursing home. Their adopt-a-child at Heartspring is very close to their hearts.
But it didn’t stop there; Eta Rho was always in the local paper for some project, social or event that was going on. From cow Pattie bingo to telethons & radiothons to duck races on the Arkansas River. They were adventurous, dedicated & creative when it came to their Way & Means undertaking. The first Ways & Means project was the Independence Day Queen Contest, which brought in donations used for civil defense in the Community. Other projects throughout the years were Dillon’s flower delivery, making & selling bierocs, and having concession stands at the State Fair, just to name a few.
Let’s not forget about the pledges & socials. Pledges were never safe as they might have been awoken for a 6:00 am come as you are breakfast or a wear your clothes backwards party. Eta Rho socials were never boring as old fashion slumber parties, ice cream socials, preferential teas, Polaroid parties, casino nights & holiday events were always sure to be a good time with lots of fun & laughter.
Eta Rho wasn’t just a force in the local community, they made their mark at the District, State & IC level of ESA as well. Over the years there have been many skits, committees, & 1st place awards. Although none of the present Eta Rho members can hold a note, the first members must have been true songbirds as they won 1st place at the IC song contest in 1961.
Members have come & gone, but what always remains the same is the sisterhood that is faithful, loyal and true. Touching and enriching lives, not just in the chapter, but in the community as well.
