Alpha Chi National Honor Society, DeVry Chapter

Happy Father's Day to all the dad's in our Alpha Chi community!

Reminder for the Upcoming Virtual Career Fair!
Thursday, June 6, 2024 1pm-3pm EST
Learn more and register:
https://devrysummer2024.vfairs.com/

Career Services Offers Support for All!

If you need help as you prepare to pursue your career goals, visit HireDeVry 2.0 for assistance.

What is HireDeVry 2.0? This is DeVry Career Services’ platform to help you prepare for your job search and beyond.

How Do I Access It? Go to Resources > Career > HireDeVry 2.0.

Can I Use it If I’m Not a Senior? Yes! HireDeVry 2.0 is meant for all DeVry students and alumni, not just those nearing graduation. If you’re thinking of how to gain experience while in school, preparing to change careers or looking to advance in your current career, Career Services can help.

Summer Career Fair June 6th 2024 We welcome you to the Summer 2024 National Virtual Career Fair for all Colleges of Study! Participating employers from a variety of industries and across the U.S., are seeking talent to fill roles in many functional areas.

Always remember.

"Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices." — Harry S. Truman, 33rd U.S. President, 1945

https://newsroom.woundedwarriorproject.org/What-is-Memorial-Day-Facts,-Meaning,-and-History

https://devrysummer2024.vfairs.com/

Summer Career Fair June 6th 2024 We welcome you to the Summer 2024 National Virtual Career Fair for all Colleges of Study! Participating employers from a variety of industries and across the U.S., are seeking talent to fill roles in many functional areas.

Patricia Eldredge - Board Member
My Bio: Graduating June 9, 2024 from DeVry University with my BTHM. I start my MBA Degree at Keller on July 8, 2024. I love God, and my grandmother Marie Bryant. I love going out to eat with my friends. I am looking forward to my future in Business Management, and my journey in life. I am a survivor with God's grace. When Professor Bonnie Rucks asked if I wanted to be a Board Member of Alpha Chi, I was and still am overwhelmed with excitement and joy! This is such a privilege and I am just now really getting my feet wet, and I am loving it! Life is good!

Are you graduating and looking for a career? Come to our Virtual Networking Event on May 23rd 6pm EST to learn about being a Flight Attendant, an Account Rep, & a Payroll Specialist.
https://alphachihonor.org/ILIota/memberhome.php?action=eventsignup&eventid=260

https://alphachihonor.org/ILIota/memberhome.php?action=eventsignup&eventid=260

Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful hard working mom's out there! You work hard and deserve recognition today and everyday. A special shout out to all those mom's who are pursuing their degree while raising our next generation. Alpha Chi salutes you! Let us know why you love being a mom!

Inspirational Story

Integrity, honest and open communication, empathy, safe space, understanding and accepting differences are words used to describe what a team to embody. "When teams/companies implant these values and if everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself”, Henry Ford.

The Monkey and the Elephant

In a faraway jungle lives two best friends: the monkey and the elephant. The two animals always did everything together.
One day, a sudden disagreement happened between the two. They were arguing about who contributed more to their adventures. The monkey argued that it’s better to be fast and flexible while the elephant believed that being strong is the most important trait.
The two couldn’t reach an agreement and this issue almost ruined their friendship so they decided to seek the wise owl to settle their dispute. The owl told the two animals that he’ll ask their question only if they could bring back a unique fruit that
is located across the river. The two friends argued that it would be impossible, but they agreed to try in the end. When they reached the riverbank, the monkey realized that the river is impossible to cross because it’s very deep and the current was too strong. However, the elephant easily crossed the river towards the
tree, but the fruit was too high. He tried to knock the tree down with his strength but to no avail. The elephant went back across the river and told the monkey to jump on his back. Together they went back to the other side and once they reached the tree, the monkey quickly climbed the tree and successfully pick the fruit.
The two friends went back together to the owl in which the owl asked them how they took the fruit. The monkey declared that he was the one who plucked the fruit from the tree, but the elephant strongly argued that without his help, the monkey would not have been able to cross the river in the first place. The wise owl stopped the argument and told the two animals to think about what is more important: to be the one who is right or getting the job done. He added that they should both look at the bigger picture and not see themselves as superior to others.

Moral of the Story:

You are more powerful when you work together with other people. Achieving your goal is not possible without help from other people.

Hope everyone is having a great summer! What brings you happiness?

The Weight of the Glass

Once upon a time, a psychology professor walked around on a stage while teaching stress management principles to an auditorium filled with students. As she raised a glass of water, everyone expected they’d be asked the typical “glass half empty or glass half full” question. Instead, with a smile on her face, the professor asked, “How heavy is this glass of water I’m holding?”

Students shouted out answers ranging from eight ounces to a couple of pounds.

She replied, “From my perspective, the absolute weight of this glass doesn’t matter. It all depends on how long I hold it. If I hold it for a minute or two, it’s fairly light. If I hold it for an hour straight, its weight might make my arm ache a little. If I hold it for a day straight, my arm will likely cramp up and feel completely numb and paralyzed, forcing me to drop the glass to the floor. In each case, the weight of the glass doesn’t change, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it feels to me.”

As the class shook their heads in agreement, she continued, “Your stresses and worries in life are very much like this glass of water. Think about them for a while and nothing happens. Think about them a bit longer and you begin to ache a little. Think about them all day long, and you will feel completely numb and paralyzed – incapable of doing anything else until you drop them.”

The moral: It’s important to remember to let go of your stresses and worries. No matter what happens during the day, as early in the evening as you can, put all your burdens down. Don’t carry them through the night and into the next day with you. If you still feel the weight of yesterday’s stress, it’s a strong sign that it’s time to put the glass down.

Until you spread your wings, you will have no idea how far you can fly.

For many summer is a time to travel and experience something new. What are your new experiences?

Book suggestion from Board Member Nadine Moodie - Atomic Habits by James Clear.

One of my favorite quotes is: "Your outcomes are a lagging measure of your habits.

This quote forced me in self-analysis mode. I asked: why do I get the same results re work, relationships, opportunities? I was able to pinpoint the sources of these outcomes and made gradual small (atomic), consistent changes. Areas such as being involved in clubs/societies to improve public speaking and networking, understanding the type of person I want to become and the qualities I want to display, etc.

I can honestly say there have been improvements and I’ll maintain the consistency in any endeavor.

Board Member - Nadine Moodie

I am Nadine Moodie, a Human Resource professional with over 3 years in the HR field and 10+ years in the Customer Service industry. My varied experiences in early childhood education, HR policy, and process creation and implementation, people management, and talent development role poises me with essential skillsets for the HR profession.

With diverse qualifications in Education, Marketing, Finance & Management, and now HR Management, my aim is to capitalize on networking opportunities in the various extracurricular activities and work groups I actively participate. I will be an HR Director in 5 years.

When not working, you can find me spending quality time with family and friends, meeting new people, reading, contributing to my organization’s HR Advisory Council, Long Grove/Lake Zurich Toastmaster’s Club as a Secretary and Public Relations Manager, my weekly book club, and, practicing self-care acts such as exercising at 4:30 AM five days a week and stoicism.

A memorable quote from tonights networking event. Thank you to all who attended and participated!

Who else is on the struggle bus this week?

Some days we just need this reminder.

Board Member – Kwasi Peters

Kwasi is a retired Navy veteran with a MBA/BA in Information Security Management and Cyber Security. He has been working in the IT/Cyber Security/Consulting field for over 27 years. After retiring from the military in 2019, he decided to utilize his GI Bill to pursue another degree in Information Technology and Networking through DeVry University. He is very passionate about coaching, mentoring, volunteering and giving back to his military community.

What are some strategies you use to achieve your goals?

Thank you Alpha Chi National Honor Society, DeVry Chapter to those that came to last night's networking event. The board will be planning for more exciting events. Stay tuned!

Hi Alpha Chi National Honor Society, DeVry Chapter, what is an icebreaker you participated in recently that you enjoyed?

Did you see the email we sent last night with links to register for the mixer on Saturday? The Board is looking forward to meeting some of you!

Board Member - Elizabeth Lundie

I am Elizabeth Lundie, a Health Care Professional with over fifteen years of experience and a diverse knowledge of policies, processes, and compliance centered on State and Government, Legislative complaints, provider services, and new hire onboarding. My passions include:

Helping people gain information and access to benefits like health insurance.
Community-based resources.
Finding solutions to help improve people's quality of life.

After graduation, I aim to work in Human Resources at the Employees Retirement Systems of Texas (ERS) in Austin. The training and experience as a Benefits Counselor allow me to understand every facet of the benefits offered to State employees and retirees and contribute my knowledge and expertise in health rights and responsibilities, information systems, business and technology, and international business and marketing.

Heidi Westrom - Board Member

Heidi has been in the entertainment industry for the last 20 years. When the pandemic hit, and the world shut down it was time for a career shift. Finishing her bachelor’s degree was now an option. It has taken almost two years, but she finished her Technology Management degree with a concentration in Project Management at DeVry in October of 2022. She is very excited to be a part of the Alpha Chi board.