Welcome!
I'm McKenzie Hegarty, the President of the Alpha Phi Epsilon Nu Chapter. Alpha Phi has 173 thriving collegiate chapters and more than 131 alumnae communities across the U.S. and Canada. Locally, we proudly represent one of twelve chapters within the Panhellenic Community on our campus!
Within Alpha Phi, members embody leadership and embrace our core values of Sisterhood, Scholarship, Service, Leadership, Loyalty, and Character Development. Sisterhood, in particular, serves as a foundational pillar, which fosters a strong sense of unity and support within our chapter. Our motto, "Union hand in hand," drives us as we celebrate each other's accomplishments. Additionally, our philanthropic endeavors focus on supporting The Alpha Phi Foundation and raising awareness for Women's Heart Health.
My personal connection to Alpha Phi's philanthropy truly resonates with me due to my father's battle with heart disease. My mother and I founded our own foundation called "Check, Protect, and Inspect Your Heart" that raises awareness for heart disease through education on the Cardiac Calcium Scoring Ct Scan, a scan that saved my father’s life and by raising awareness, has saved the lives of other individuals. Upon joining Alpha Phi, I instantly felt at home, knowing our shared commitment to heart health advocacy.
Living in the "Phouse," our term for the Alpha Phi House, has been a unique and rewarding experience. Transitioning from living with two older brothers to now sharing a home with 47 sisters has been a change that has truly deepened my connections and friendships. Our personal chef, Chelsea, adds to the warmth of our sisterhood with her incredible dinners, making each meal feel like a family gathering.
As I think back to my parents moving me into the dorm during my freshman year, I remember our conversation about the possibility of joining a sorority. My father's prediction that I would one day become a sorority president seemed far-fetched at the time, but here I am, writing this letter as the President of Alpha Phi. It's a testament to how far I've come, and I'm filled with gratitude for the journey that has led me to this moment.
On behalf of the Epsilon Nu Chapter, I extend heartfelt thanks for your interest in learning more about our sisterhood at the University of Delaware. Your support means the world to us as we continue to make our mark on campus and beyond.
With love,
McKenzie Hegarty
President of Alpha Phi 2024-2025
