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87-584: Although Theta Phi Alpha began as a sorority for Catholic women, the organization opened its doors to all women in 1968. Father Edward D. Kelly (later bishop), a pastor of the student chapel at the University of Michigan saw a need for Catholic women to have a place to go for socialization and friendship. From this need, he started the women's fraternity Omega Upsilon in 1909 for Catholic women. Several women students were originally very interested in joining, partly because Catholics were not always welcome in

174-461: A Diamond Jubilee Award for excellence in membership, financial management, program planning, and other criteria. This award is a silver-loving cup crowned with the Lady of Victory. Individuals may also win awards. The Guard of Honor is the highest award the fraternity can give to a member and recognizes lifelong contributions to the fraternity. Recipients receive a guard pin with a Tudor rose in gold and

261-516: A chapter count of 18 with the loss of Rho at Penn State. At the National Convention in 1972, Theta Phi Alpha began considering expansion to Junior and two-year colleges. Two years after this consideration, only ten chapters ( Epsilon , Kappa , Sigma , Upsilon , Chi , Alpha Gamma , Alpha Epsilon , Alpha Iota , and newly installed Alpha Mu (Northern Kentucky University) and Alpha Nu (General Motors Institute)) were represented at

348-624: A degree in Latin and German in 1902. She was present at the first tea for Theta Phi Alpha and focused on securing alumnae support for the new organization. After founding Theta Phi Alpha, Gilday went on to teach German, Latin, and mathematics for 46 years in Toledo where she organized the Toledo-Monroe City Alumnae Association. She died on June 10, 1958. Otilia O'Hara (née Leuchtweis) was an undergraduate founder and

435-809: A dozen named individuals killed and up to 30 more who were likely killed. The British estimated six Americans were killed. This event became known throughout the United States as the "River Raisin Massacre". It was also known as the Battle of Frenchtown (or the Second Battle of the River Raisin). Today, the site of the battle is preserved as the River Raisin National Battlefield Park , authorized in 2009. It

522-629: A dozen various parochial schools operate in and around Monroe. In 2012, the three largest parochial elementary schools (St. Michael the Archangel, St. Mary, and St. John the Baptist) merged to form Monroe Catholic Elementary Schools, serving infants through 8th grade. The St. Michael Campus serves infants through 1st grade, while St. John serves 2nd through 4th grade, and St. Mary functions as the Middle School for grades 5 through 8. The largest of

609-696: A freshman, along with Otilia Leuchtweis. Before she entered the University, she found solace in the St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, whose namesake became the patroness of the Theta Phi Alpha fraternity. Showing her involvement in Theta Phi Alpha, she named the fraternity as a beneficiary in her will. Theta Phi Alpha's official colors are blue , gold , and silver . Blue represents the bond between sisters, while silver and gold represent endless faith. The fraternity's jewels are sapphire for loyalty and

696-479: A member, her badge is either sent to the fraternity's archives or buried with her. The national president's badge, worn by the national president during her term in office, is similar to the official badge but with the Theta set with diamonds, mounted on a wreath of gold. The chapter president's badge is purchased by a chapter and worn by its president during her term. Similar to the national president's badge, but with

783-427: A national risk management and chapter operation manual was created. In 1998, the majority of chapters fell below the minimum chapter size, were in violation of hazing or alcohol policies, or did not meet financial obligations. This sparked the establishment of many programs such as Compass Point and Reflections to help chapters grow and look at chapter life. The National Office also began to improve communication through

870-570: A national sorority by visiting old Omega Upsilon members. She was the second president, the first chairman of the board of trustees, and the first recipient of the Guard of Honor. She was the primary writer of the creed and earned the distinction of the "Lifetime Keeper of the Ritual." Selma Gilday was born on August 21, 1877, in Monroe, Michigan . She attended the University of Michigan and graduated with

957-458: A precious faith, That knows no end not even death, This is the creed that in us lies, The creed of loyal Theta Phis" ~ The Compass , 1921 Theta Phi Alpha joined the NPC in 1951 along with ten other national sororities in the NPC's most recent expansion. On June 28, 1952, Theta Phi Alpha absorbed Pi Lambda Sigma , the only other national Catholic women's fraternity. Pi Lambda Sigma at

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1044-487: A sapphire center. As of 2014, only 78 sisters have received a Guard of Honor pin. A complete list of honorees can be found on the Theta Phi Alpha website. Another award, the Senior Service Award , is given on Founders' Day to a collegiate senior whose scholarship, leadership, character, and service to fraternity and school have been commendable. The Siena Medal is an award given by Theta Phi Alpha. The medal

1131-470: Is a monthly public-access television program covering news on the Monroe area. It is hosted by Kaye Lani Rae Rafko and Michelle Bowman . Comedian and nationally known talk show host Stephen Colbert was a guest host of the show on July 1, 2015. Colbert interviewed musician Eminem . "Only in Monroe" and other public access programming can be found on Monroe Public Access Cable Television. Rewind 94.3 WERW

1218-402: Is a square badge in black enamel with a gold compass in the center and a gold border. The fraternity badge is a gold letter Θ set with pearls, superimposed upon plain gold letters Φ and Α. The badge is worn only by initiated members; it is worn over the heart and is placed above other jewelry. The badge is to be worn with 'badge attire' which is similar to business attire. Upon the death of

1305-460: Is allowed to utilize its Greek name designation until a chapter can be re-chartered or re-established at the same college or university. To become a chapter, a group begins as an emerging chapter. An emerging chapter is a group of women working together to complete the requirements to become a chapter of Theta Phi Alpha. Once established, an emerging chapter is expected to fulfill nineteen requirements or "pearls." Once these requirements are fulfilled,

1392-445: Is also honored in street names, various historic markers , buildings, schools, and the regional Custer Airport . City limit signs for Monroe describe the city as "the home of General Custer." The La-Z-Boy furniture company, which became known for its reclining easy chairs, was founded in Monroe in 1927. Their world headquarters are located in Monroe, south of the intersection of La-Z-Boy Boulevard and Stewart Road. This new facility

1479-407: Is bordered on the south by Monroe Charter Township , but the two are administered autonomously. Monroe is the core city in the Monroe metropolitan area , which is coterminous with Monroe County and had a population of 154,809 in 2020. Located on the western shores of Lake Erie approximately 20 miles (32 km) northeast of Toledo, Ohio , and 40 miles (64 km) southwest of Detroit , the city

1566-588: Is composed of seven officers who are elected at the National Convention. The Grand Council manages the affairs of the Fraternity between conventions by holding four meetings a year. The board of trustees is composed of five members who are elected at the Convention for a four-year term. The National President serves as an ex-officio member. Three of the trustees must have been previous national officers. The board of trustees advises on national policy, coordinates

1653-600: Is in depressed, rural areas of the United States, primarily in the Appalachian Mountains , where they distribute food, clothing, and books to needy persons, and assist in providing medical care, job training, and tutoring. The partnership began when the sisters assisted in building a seminary for the missioners. Over the summer, Glenmary hosts a summer camp in Mississippi for underprivileged youth called Camp Friendship/ Camp Glenmary. Theta Phi Alpha sponsors

1740-470: Is in downtown Monroe. The current music format is country. Prior to Cumulus owning the station, it was locally owned. Radio stations from Detroit and Toledo are also receivable. The city of Monroe is served by the Lake Erie Transit public transportation bus system. Established in 1975, Lake Erie Transit currently has a fleet of 31 buses and serves approximately 400,000 riders every year. In 2008,

1827-484: Is moderated by the lake. On average, the temperature only drops below 0 °F (−18 °C) a couple of times during a winter season, and it is even rarer for the temperature to rise above 100 °F (38 °C) during the summer. The coldest recorded temperature was −21 °F (−29 °C) on February 5, 1918. The highest recorded temperature was 106 °F (41 °C) on July 24, 1934, with another equal temperature recorded on one occasion many years earlier. As of

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1914-503: Is one of the largest high schools in the state. Monroe is also served by the Monroe County Intermediate School District , which provides services to other schools in the form of special education services, support staff, substitute teachers , and educational technology (such as computers and distance learning ). Students in Monroe may also attend one of two public charter schools. More than

2001-714: Is part of the Detroit–Ann Arbor–Flint combined statistical area. The Monroe area was the scene of several military conflicts during the War of 1812 against the United Kingdom and is known for the Battle of Frenchtown . In 1817, portions of the Frenchtown settlement along the River Raisin were platted and renamed "Monroe" after then-president James Monroe . When Michigan became a state in 1837, Monroe

2088-486: Is roughly a half mile east of the original location on Telegraph Road ; the old building was demolished in 2021, and the site is being redeveloped. In 1974, the Monroe Power Plant opened. It is the third largest coal-fired plant in the United States, with a capacity of 3,280 megawatts. At 805 feet (245 m) tall, the dual smokestacks are visible from more than 25 miles (40 km) away and are among

2175-545: Is the daily newspaper in Monroe, reporting on all of Monroe County. The newspaper was founded in 1825 and for many years known as The Monroe Evening News. It was purchased by GateHouse Media in fall 2015, prior to which time The Monroe News had about 20 years of employee ownership. Nielsen puts Monroe in the Detroit DMA but stations from Toledo also cover Monroe County and consider it as a part of their coverage area of northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. Only in Monroe

2262-545: Is the first and so far the only national battlefield established for a solely War of 1812 site. It has a small visitor center. The Frenchtown community was renamed after the War of 1812 and incorporated as the village of Monroe in honor of President James Monroe , who visited the Michigan Territory in 1817. In the same year, the city of Monroe was named as the county seat of the newly created Monroe County . Monroe

2349-440: Is the fraternity's official motto. The Siena Medal is the highest award given to a non-member of Theta Phi Alpha by the fraternity. Because of the respect and reverence for Saint Catherine, her feast day, April 30, is used to celebrate the fraternity's founding because the original date, August 30, frequently does not fall within the academic year at most universities. The slogan is "Ever Loyal, Ever Lasting" The new member pin

2436-682: Is the highest honor the organization bestows upon a non-member and is named after Saint Catherine of Siena . The past recipients of the Siena Medal are: Edward D. Kelly Edward Denis (also Dionysius ) Kelly (December 30, 1860 – March 26, 1926) was an American prelate of the Roman Catholic Church . He served as the first auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Detroit in Michigan from 1911 to 1919, and then as

2523-455: Is the low-power educational FM frequency in Monroe, the station at one time belonged to Monroe Public Schools and is currently run by Monroe Public Access Cable Television. Monroe County Radio is an Internet radio station founded in fall 2012, the studio is in Monroe with news and sports coverage focusing on Monroe County. Nash Icon WMIM 98.3 is the Cumulus radio station in the area, the studio

2610-583: Is today almost entirely run by alumnae. Sutherland and her sister hosted a joint meeting of the grand council and the board of trustees in 1931 in their family home. Helen Quinlan (née Ryan) graduated from the University of Michigan in 1908 and started teaching mathematics in Detroit. She was a prominent Catholic woman in the Cleveland area where she formed the first National Council of Catholic Women. She contributed her Catholic influence and charitable work to

2697-762: The Civil War . In the later 19th century, he led troops in the Indian Wars and died at the Battle of the Little Bighorn , in which his forces were killed by the Lakota , who call it the Battle of the Greasy Grass. In 1910, President William Howard Taft and the widow Elizabeth Bacon Custer unveiled an equestrian statue of Custer, which now stands at the corner of Elm Avenue and Monroe Street . Custer

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2784-524: The Lord's Prayer was removed from the ritual. In 1992, the Theta Phi Alpha Prayer was removedand the following year a less religious ritual for deceased members and a nonreligious national philanthropy, The House that Theta Phi Alpha Built was introduced. Other efforts were made to create a new national identity during this time. In 2003, the logo and tagline were developed. At this time,

2871-407: The pearl . The fraternity's symbol, a compass , represents direction. Its flower is a white rose , while its mascot is a penguin . The coat of arms is an azure crest with a diagonal band between a cross with two beams on each arm and top, bearing a Tudor rose with black seeds and gold. The bottom beam is pointed and longer than the others, while a cloak-like blue and gold arch covers the top. Over

2958-525: The 1930s, the electric Detroit United Railway (eventually becoming the Eastern Michigan Ry) operated hourly interurban passenger service between Detroit and Toledo through Monroe. The DU/EM provided valuable and frequent passenger transportation plus carryed freight at a time of unpaved and unreliable roads. The gradual business lost as Michigan and Ohio and their towns paved highways in the 1920s and resulting growing truck and automobile use, plus

3045-464: The 1941 national convention. After graduating from the University of Michigan in 1898 as an alumna of Omega Upsilon, Amelia McSweeney became an important figure in education and civic life in Detroit. This experience in civic life and education was the reason Father Edward A. Kelly approached her to found this new Catholic sorority. She believed strongly in the early need for Panhellenic recognition on campus. On December 12, 1913, on one of her trips for

3132-563: The British departed with their captives to Detroit, they left those Americans too wounded to walk in the homes of Frenchtown inhabitants under the guard of a small British detachment and Native American allies, including Potawatomi. The morning after the battle, other Native Americans returned to Frenchtown. They plundered and burned homes, and killed and ritually scalped many of the remaining American captives, taking others as slaves. The official U.S. estimate of casualties in this aftermath include

3219-643: The Immaculate Heart of Mary (IHM), was founded in Monroe in 1905 as a Catholic , liberal arts college. The college moved to Detroit in 1927. The IHM also operated a boarding school, the Hall of the Divine Child , in Monroe from 1918 to 1980. Monroe County Community College was founded in 1964 just west of Monroe. It is the only higher education facility in Monroe County. The Monroe News

3306-637: The Michigan Library War Council , an organization that provided reading material to American soldiers from that state. In 1918, he was appointed superintendent of the diocesan schools. In 1920, Kelly and the other bishops in Michigan defeated a proposed amendment by nativist groups to the Michigan State Constitution that would have required all children between ages five and 16 to attend public schools. On January 16, 1919, Pope Benedict XV named Kelly as

3393-619: The Mid-Continental Football League (1996, 97 & 99) and the Minor League Football Alliance championship in 2016. The city of Monroe is served by one public school district, Monroe Public Schools (MPS), which enrolls approximately 6,700 students. MPS operates five elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, one alternative high school, and two specialized education centers. At around 2,100 students, Monroe High School

3480-861: The Norfolk Southern, CSX, and the Canadian National. Historic railroads operating until the 1950s to 1960s were the Pere Marquette, Ann Arbor, Wabash, Grand Trunk Western, and the Detroit, Toledo, and Ironton. The Baltimore and Ohio had trackage rights with the PM and the Wabash upon which to operate its Detroit to Toledo passenger trains such as the Ambassador which after Toledo continued to Washington, D.C., and from there northward to Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York City. From 1900 to

3567-537: The Potawatomi. Colonists settled Frenchtown shortly thereafter as the third European community in what in the early 19th century became the state of Michigan. Around the same time, the Sandy Creek Settlement was established just north of Frenchtown by French-Canadian Joseph Porlier Benec. Because of its proximity to Detroit, the area was of strategic importance during the War of 1812 between

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3654-457: The Theta set with sapphires. The grand council badge, worn by each member of the grand council (other than the national president), is set with alternating diamonds and sapphires and a diamond in the center, mounted on a wreath of gold, and is worn accompanied by a guard. Guards are worn by current and former members of the grand council and depict the fraternity's coat of arms set with a sapphire on each side. The Theta Phi Alpha Foundation oversees

3741-564: The United States and Great Britain, especially after Fort Detroit surrendered to the British in August 1812. American forces en route to retake Detroit camped in the area of the River Raisin in the winter of 1812–13. A force of 200 Native Americans and 63 Canadian militia were forced to retreat north away from the River Raisin by 600 Kentucky militiamen and 100 French, under the command of James Winchester , on January 18, 1813. This skirmish

3828-541: The area around the River Raisin was settled by the historic Potawatomi hundreds of years before French explorers and colonists reached it in the late seventeenth century. Robert de LaSalle claimed the area for New France after his 1679 expedition on the Griffon . In 1784, after the American Revolutionary War , Francis Navarre of Canada was given a portion of land south of the River Raisin by

3915-661: The awards and elections program, oversees the selection of the Siena Medal recipients, and appoints the other national officers. Theta Phi Alpha has several awards available for bestowal upon members and nonmembers of the women's fraternity. These awards are given out at national conventions. Collegiate chapters may win the Circle of Excellence Award, an award established in 2008 to recognize outstanding collegiate chapters. Chapters must apply for this award based on campus involvement, community service, national organization contributions, and others. An outstanding alumnae association may win

4002-410: The camp and donates clothing, toiletries, and arts and crafts supplies. Sisters may also volunteer for two weeks to help run the camp, offsetting costs that allow participation by children who otherwise may not be able to afford the program. The House That Theta Phi Alpha Built is Theta Phi Alpha's newest philanthropic cause, established in 1993. The common goal of "The House" is to improve the plight of

4089-490: The census of 2010, there were 20,733 people, 8,238 households, and 5,277 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,261.0 inhabitants per square mile (873.0/km ). There were 9,158 housing units at an average density of 998.7 per square mile (385.6/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 88.4% White , 6.2% African American , 0.4% Native American , 0.7% Asian , 1.2% from other races , and 3.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.1% of

4176-591: The city is 594 feet (181 meters), decreasing to 571 feet (174 meters) at Lake Erie, which sits at the lowest elevation in Michigan. The Port of Monroe is the only Michigan port on Lake Erie, and Sterling State Park , partially within the city limits, is the only one of Michigan's 103 state parks located on or near Lake Erie. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 10.21 square miles (26.44 km ), of which 9.05 square miles (23.44 km ) are land and 1.17 square miles (3.03 km ), or 11.44%, are water. The River Raisin travels through

4263-653: The city was $ 19,948. 9.0% of families and 12.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.0% of those under 18 and 16.1% of those 65 or over. According to the city's 2010 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the top employers in the city are: Monroe is the hometown of the Southern Michigan Timberwolves, a semi-professional football team that competes in the Great Lakes Football League. The Timberwolves have won their league championship four times, three in

4350-466: The city, the population was 26.9% under 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 29.3% from 25 to 44, 20.1% from 45 to 64, and 15.0% who 65 or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.2 males. The median income for a household in the city was $ 41,810, and the median income for a family $ 51,442. Males had a median income of $ 42,881 versus $ 25,816 for females. The per capita income for

4437-417: The city. The population density was 2,440.9 inhabitants per square mile (942.4/km ). There were 9,107 housing units at an average density of 1,007.0 per square mile (388.8/km ). The racial makeup was 90.87% White , 5.07% African American , 0.24% Native American , 0.84% Asian , 0.02% Pacific Islander , 0.90% from other races , and 2.06% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.76% of

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4524-528: The city; it is non-navigable because of several dams and other obstructions. Monroe lies in the humid continental climate zone. Monroe receives an average of 28.5 inches (72 cm) of snow a year — the lowest average snowfall for any large city in the state. July is the warmest month with an average high temperature of 84 °F (29 °C), and January is the coldest month with an average low temperature of 16 °F (−9 °C). Monroe does not normally have extremely hot or cold temperatures, as its climate

4611-605: The convention. This chapter count was well below the required number for membership in NPC. At the following convention in 1976, the Fraternity began discussing options of dissolution, merger, or commitment to growth. The chapter count began to grow over the next four years with the reinstatement of three chapters ( Alpha Beta , Alpha Xi , Alpha Zeta ) until 1981 NPC notified Theta Phi Alpha they were placed in Associate Member Status due to low chapter count. The Fraternity had until 1987 to obtain 14 active chapters,

4698-409: The development of a national website. In 2003, a fine was instated for chapters with membership numbers under the campus total number of girls possible to recruit for its campus. This controversial fine was created to keep chapters active in recruitment. The following year a GPA minimum and value-based recruitment system were put in place as a way to strengthen chapter membership. Theta Phi Alpha approved

4785-492: The elderly. A chapter is a local Theta Phi Alpha organization at a single college or university. As of August 1, 2022, Theta Phi Alpha had 55 active collegiate chapters as well as 37 alumnae associations and clubs across the United States. Chapters are named with Greek letters in order of their date of installation, with the first chapter being the Alpha chapter. If a chapter closes for any reason, no other Theta Phi Alpha chapter

4872-424: The emerging chapter goes through installation where its members become fully initiated into the fraternity. As of August 1, 2022, there are no emerging chapters. The supreme governing body of Theta Phi Alpha is the national convention which happens once every other year. The national convention is held in even-numbered years while a complementary Leadership Conference is held in odd-numbered years. The Grand Council

4959-451: The esquire's helmet, the crest has an open book with a silver and gold edge. This book is imprinted with two blue fleur-de-lis . The motto, Theta Phi Alpha in Greek lettering, is written in upper and lower case on the blue banner on the bottom of the crest. The fraternity recognizes Saint Catherine of Siena as its patroness. Her motto, "Nothing great is ever achieved without much enduring,"

5046-409: The expansion of its Grand Council from five to seven members in 2006 to have more of a focus on chapter assistance. The founders of Theta Phi Alpha are eight alumnae of the university and two undergraduates. These women collectively selected the fraternity's flower, jewels, and colors. Dorothy Phalan (née Caughey) assisted in the founding of the sorority by providing the original meeting space to plan

5133-422: The failing organization. Throughout the summer of 1912, the ten founders prepared for the new organization. Plans for the coming school year were completed on August 30, 1912, and Theta Phi Alpha began operation on the campus of the University of Michigan. During the first week, Theta Phi Alpha received its first new member, Kathlyn Holmes. The first initiation of Theta Phi Alpha was held on November 16, 1912, for

5220-450: The first member to sign the record book. She became president of the Alpha chapter in 1912. She, along with Eva Bauer Everson, located and secured the home for the newest sisters of Theta Phi Alpha. She also managed the first recruitment effort which brought in ten members. After she graduated the following year, O'Hara remained involved in the fraternity, chairing the committee that selected the gift of silver flatware presented to Alpha at

5307-422: The fraternity was also looking to honor its history as a singing fraternity. In 2010, a national songbook was developed and a CD with the songs called Everlasting Melodies was given out as grab bag gifts at the National Convention. During this time there was also an interest to strengthen existing chapters, now that the fraternity was in good standings with NPC. The fraternity began to develop programs to increase

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5394-508: The homeless in any way. Chapters may seek to assist organizations that help the homeless, shelters, home building, or neighborhood revitalization projects. This goal permits all Theta Phi Alphas to help those in need in their community while remaining united in aim and purpose. The umbrella term allows sisters to identify the issues in their communities. Many specific charitable efforts fall under The House That Theta Phi Alpha built, such as promoting literacy, serving dinners, and running errands for

5481-510: The leadership abilities of each chapter. These efforts included instating the leadership conference in 1991 as well as developing standards for sisters as well as new members. The standards for new members were focused on new member education through the development of a program called My Sister, My Friend. The fraternity also created Leadership Consultants to advise chapters throughout the country. The fraternity also began to look at risk management concerning hazing and alcohol abuse in 1987. In 1993,

5568-419: The new Theta Phi Alpha fraternity. As a founding member, May is credited with developing the name, motto, and original coat of arms for Theta Phi Alpha. She was also a member of the board of trustees until she died on May 18, 1935. Eva Regina Stroh, later known as Eva Bauer Everson, was a collegiate founder. She acquired the furnishings and housing for the original Theta Phi Alpha house in the summer of 1912 as

5655-475: The new sisters Kathlyn Holmes and Marie Sullivan. “Justice to each fellow man, Wisdom in each deed and plan, Loyalty to every friend, Faith that sorrow can transcend. Truth to God and truth to self, Honor valued over wealth, This is the creed that in us lies, This is the creed of loyal Theta Phis” "The white rose for its purity, The sapphire blue for loyalty, The compass for its needle sure, That holds our course firm and secure, The silver for

5742-626: The organization's philanthropic causes. The foundation provides resources for Theta Phi Alpha for scholarships, philanthropy, community service, and education through charitable giving. The vision of the Theta Phi Alpha Foundation is stated as one of "ever loyal commitment, everlasting support." While the Theta Phi Alpha Foundation oversees national philanthropic causes, each chapter may also support additional philanthropic causes. Theta Phi Alpha nationally adopted Glenmary Home Missioners as its philanthropy in 1959. Glenmary's work

5829-399: The other Greek-letter sororities on campus. By founding this new Greek letter organization, Catholic women had fraternity life open to them. By the spring of 1912, Omega Upsilon was failing financially and membership was low. Father Kelly requested the assistance of Amelia McSweeney, who graduated from the university in 1898. Amelia and other alumnae of Omega Upsilon began actively to redesign

5916-511: The parochial schools is St. Mary Catholic Central High School , which enrolls more than 400 students annually. It has a full sports program that competes against the other public school districts. Zion Lutheran School is a grade school (Pre-K-8) of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod in Monroe. Parents may also homeschool their children. Marygrove College , sponsored by the local Sisters, Servants of

6003-440: The population. There were 8,238 households, of which 34.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.7% were married couples living together, 17.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.9% were non-families. 30.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size

6090-412: The population. There were 8,594 households, of which 33.6% had children under 18 living with them, 46.6% were married couples living together, 14.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.0% were non-families. 30.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.7% had someone living alone 65 years or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size 3.10. In

6177-515: The reorganization of Omega Upsilon. Her daughter, Margaret, became the first legacy of Theta Phi Alpha to pledge. After graduating from the University of Michigan in 1911 with a literary degree, Katrina Ward (née Caughey) assisted the new Theta Phi Alpha as an Omega Upsilon alumnae. Alongside her sister, Dorothy Phalan, she supported the original meetings of Theta Phi Alpha. She believed that experience through adversity strengthened fraternal bonds. Mildred Connely focused on turning Theta Phi Alpha into

6264-423: The sorority, she contracted meningitis . She died from the illness on January 4, 1914. Camilla Sutherland (née Ryan) was an alumna teacher of Omega Upsilon when she was approached by Bishop Edward Kelly to establish the sorority. She believed that for the organization to survive, participants could not separate undergraduate and graduate members. She utilized this belief when setting up the national structure, which

6351-466: The system logged 764,000 miles. The system operates buses on eight fixed routes in and around the city of Monroe. It also serves several neighboring townships outside of its normal routes should a passenger call ahead for a ride. From Bedford Township , its provides transportation to and from two shopping malls in Toledo, Ohio . Present-day freight hauling railroads operating through and around Monroe are

6438-399: The tallest structures in the state. In December 1989, a combination of zebra mussels and ice clogged the sole intake pipe of the Monroe water treatment plant, forcing a two-day shutdown of the city's schools, industries, and businesses. Monroe is in eastern Monroe County, with its city limits extending southeast3 miles (5 km) from the downtown to Lake Erie . The average elevation of

6525-746: The third bishop of the Diocese of Grand Rapids in Michigan from 1919 until his death in 1926. Edward Kelly was born on December 30, 1860, in Hartford, Michigan , to Thomas and Mary (née Hannon) Kelly. He attended Assumption College in Windsor, Ontario, Mount St. Mary's Seminary in Cincinnati, Ohio, and St. Charles College in Catonsville, Maryland. Kelly finished his formation for the priesthood at St. Joseph's Seminary in Troy, New York. Kelly

6612-531: The third bishop of the Diocese of Grand Rapids; he was installed on May 20, 1919. Edward Kelly died on March 26, 1926, at the episcopal residence in Grand Rapids, Michigan , from a hemorrhage or embolism . He was age 65. Monroe, Michigan Monroe is the largest city and county seat of Monroe County, Michigan , United States. The population was 20,462 as of the 2020 census . The city

6699-524: The time of the merger had four chapters that joined Theta Phi Alpha: their chapters at Boston University and University of Cincinnati merged with the Theta Phi Alpha chapters present there; the chapter at Creighton University became Chi chapter of Theta Phi Alpha; and the one at Quincy College became Psi chapter . The fraternity initiated the national president of Pi Lambda Sigma at the 1952 convention and welcomed all Pi Lambda Sigma sisters to become Theta Phi Alpha sisters. In 1969, Theta Phi Alpha hit

6786-429: The youngest had to be two years active. Due to its associate status and financial strain, Theta Phi Alpha gave up its spot as NPC treasurer in rotation for NPC Chairmanship. This also hindered the organization from acting as Vice Chairman for the following two years, and finally Chairman. Despite this setback, Theta Phi Alpha was committed to expansion. Over the subsequent six years, the fraternity gained eleven chapters and

6873-684: Was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Detroit in Windsor on June 16, 1886 by Bishop Caspar Borgess . After his ordination, Kelly was appointed as assistant pastor at St. Philip's Parish in Battle Creek, Michigan . In late 1887, he also joined the faculty of St. Francis Seminary in Monroe, Michigan ; he was named as vice rector two years later. Also in 1889, he was moved to pastoral positions first at St. John's Parish in Monroe and then to St. Joseph's Parish in Dexter, Michigan . Kelly

6960-422: Was 2.44 and the average family size was 3.05. The median age in the city was 36.3 years. 26.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.9% were from 25 to 44; 25.4% were from 45 to 64; and 13.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.0% male and 53.0% female. In the census of 2000, there were 22,076 people, 8,594 households, and 5,586 families in

7047-579: Was a major contributor to the founding of Theta Phi Alpha , a national women's sorority at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. He also supported the Foley Guild, the Catholic student association at the university. He allowed the guild to have social events at St. Thomas Parish in Ann Arbor, although he banned tango dancing at parties there in 1914. During World War I , Kelly served on

7134-484: Was decided that the cross would have a less prominent role in ritual In 1990, Theta Phi Alpha surveyed the sisters about the Catholic influences in the ritual. The most positive response was to adjust the ritual to match the current views of the national fraternity, while the most negative response was to remove all references to God in the ritual. This dissonance between the sisters is still discussed today. However, Theta Phi Alpha has slowly removed religious aspects, in 1990

7221-399: Was granted full membership status in NPC in 1987. Looking into the new millennium, the conversation on a national level turned to the role of religion in ritual. In 1968, Theta Phi opened its doors to women of all faiths and replaced the crucifix used in rituals with a cross. In 1988, there was a discussion of removing the cross in ritual. The discussion was tabled during the convention but it

7308-460: Was incorporated as a city. Monroe is known as the childhood residence of George Armstrong Custer and other members of his family, including his brother Boston Custer and wife Elizabeth Bacon . Several structures are named after Custer, including Custer Airport . Founded in 1928, the La-Z-Boy world headquarters are located in Monroe. Long occupied by varying cultures of indigenous peoples,

7395-456: Was later dubbed the "First Battle of the River Raisin". On January 22, 1813, a force of 800 Native Americans and 597 British, under Henry Proctor , surprised the force of 1,000 Americans and captured Frenchtown. Many of the American militia were inexperienced, ill-trained, and badly equipped. They suffered 397 killed and 547 captured. The British and their allies had only slight losses. When

7482-703: Was named as an examiner for the diocese in 1891, a post he would hold until 1919. He was also named pastor of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Parish in Ann Arbor, Michigan. While there, he constructed a larger church between 1896 and 1899, using the architectural firm Spier & Rohns . On December 9, 1910, Pope Pius X appointed Kelly as the first auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Detroit and as titular bishop of Cestrus . He received his episcopal consecration on January 26 1910, from Cardinal James Gibbons , with Bishops Henry Richter and Camillus Maes serving as co-consecrators . Kelly

7569-642: Was re-incorporated as a city in 1837. Settled mostly by American migrants from New York and New England, Monroe later became associated with events in the West in the later 19th century, particularly the Indian Wars . It was the childhood home of George Armstrong Custer (1839–1876), who had a military career in which he reached the rank of major general . His family moved here when he was young, and he lived in Monroe for much of his childhood. Here he later met and in 1864 married Elizabeth Bacon (1842–1933), during

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