Alumnae
Membership in Theta—whether we’re alumnae or collegians—challenges us, supports us, and makes us better people. At every age and every stage, Thetas seek opportunities to learn, grow, and give back to those around them.
Find an Alumnae Group
Although most members join Kappa Alpha Theta as collegians, Theta sisterhood is not merely a college experience. Our ritual, our ideals of individual achievement and work for the common good, our shared experiences of service, scholarship, and sisterhood: all these build a lifelong link of sisterhood between each of us. Joining a Theta alumnae group is one way to continue your active participation after graduation.
Alumnae chapters offer a variety of programs and events, including community involvement, networking opportunities, philanthropic projects, social events, and meetings with themes or guest speakers. Many alumnae chapters also offer "special interest" groups, such as a downtown lunch group, a gardening group, or a recent graduates group.
An alumnae circle is less structured than a chapter. Members may meet for periodic lunches or to enjoy a common interest, such as filling backpacks for CASA kids, attending plays, forming a book club, and playing cards.
Join ThetaConnect
Sign up on ThetaConnect to search our member directory, find or serve as a mentor, post jobs for other Thetas, and connect with others in chapter groups.
Alumnae Newsletter
Each quarter, Theta alumnae with a good email address receive a newsletter, keeping them informed of the latest news and happenings from the Fraternity, Foundation, and Fraternity Housing Corporation, and how to stay involved as an alumna. Log in to Theta Portal to ensure we have your most updated information.
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Ways to Get Involved
Connect with Us
You can stay connected to Theta via social media. Look for us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Pinterest. We also post regular announcements on our blog!
Read our blogJoin Reading Women
You can be a part of an international book club! Join Reading Women and participate in monthly book discussions.
Join our book clubVolunteer
The Fraternity could not function without the nearly 3,000 volunteers who serve our college and alumnae women. Complete the Volunteer Interest Indicator to let us know your interests, and a member of Fraternity staff will contact you.
Learn How to VolunteerLife Loyal
Becoming a Life Loyal member is one of the many ways to support Theta. Believing in the true worth and merit of Kappa Alpha Theta, Life Loyal members have chosen to remain linked to our sisterhood long after their college years. Through the Life Loyal program, they are committed to helping Theta foster dear friendships and nurture hopes and dreams for generations to come.
Join Life LoyalPay Alumnae Dues
You can pay voluntary Fraternity dues (only $32 a year!). They help fund alumnae programs; establish new chapters; recognize 25-, 50- and 75-year Thetas; send delegates to Grand Convention; and continue your subscription to the Theta magazine.
Pay voluntary duesTheta Foundation
You can give to Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation, to provide members with funding opportunities so they can embrace their ambition, reach their fullest potential, and make a difference in the world. Your support helps every Theta have every opportunity to achieve her dreams.
Make a donationAlumna Initiate Process
The Fraternity's alumna initiate program offers membership to exceptional women who, for reasons unknown, were not a part of Greek life as college women. Our laws state that an alumna initiate candidate must identify as a woman, who attended college and for whom a reference form has been received (from a member in good standing), in accordance with the laws of the Fraternity.
Alumnae Chapter & Circle FAQ
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An alumnae chapter is a group of Kappa Alpha Theta alumnae that has been granted a charter from Grand Council.
To receive a charter, the group must have at least 15 active members in good standing. To maintain its charter, the group must have at least 10 active members in good standing.
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Alumnae chapters offer a variety of programs and events to meet the needs and interests of their membership. These could include community volunteer involvement, networking opportunities, philanthropic projects, social events, and meetings with themes or guest speakers. Many alumnae chapters also offer "special interest" groups, such as a downtown lunch group, a gardening group, or a recent graduates group.
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You don't have to wait for an invitation! An alumna is always welcome at an alumnae chapter gathering. And alumnae chapter membership is a small time commitment: You can participate in as many events/projects as you choose.
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Members of alumnae chapters pay annual per capita dues of $32 to the Fraternity through their alumnae chapters. Chapters determine an additional amount for local dues to cover chapter operating expenses.
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Log in to Theta Portal to pay online.
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An alumnae circle is less structured than a chapter. Two members serve as contact persons for the group so they can remain connected to the Fraternity. Circle groups are encouraged to meet at least one time during the year (Founders Day, for example) and to support the Fraternity by paying dues in the spring.
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An alumnae circle may choose to offer as many or as few events as pleases its membership. Its members may meet for periodic lunches or to enjoy a common interest, such as filling backpacks for CASA kids, attending plays, forming a book club, or playing cards.
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Circle members are encouraged to pay per capita dues to the Fraternity in the spring, but it is not a requirement. Each year, circle contacts are asked to send an updated list of members to Theta headquarters and have members remit dues at that time. If an event scheduled by a circle requires funding, each member pays her own way because there is neither a treasurer nor a circle checking account.
Contact Us
There are many ways alumnae can get involved. If you're looking to learn more about these opportunities, contact us for more information.