Chapter Executive Board President Diana Mardones Vice President Elizabeth Perez Treasurer Diana Mardones Secretary Elizabeth Perez Community Service Christine Mathews Rush Diana Mardones Historic Chapter Events December 15, 2002- Chartering Line "Badiri" crosses Spring 2003- First Week of Illumination Fall 2003 -Highest GPA awarded to Soror Josefina Guzman Fall 2003- First Diabetes Awareness Program: "Ribbons of Hope Campaign" raises over $500 for the American Diabetes Association Fall 2004- "Rock the Vote" Community Service Award given to Queens Colony for registering the most voters April 18, 2004- Alpha Line "Tierra Firma" crosses Spring 2005- First Annual "In my Soul" dinner held as a program for African Heritage Month Fall 2005 -Clothing Drive and fundraiser to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina Fall 2005- First Annual "Noche de Sol" dinner held for the Sisters of the Queens Colony Spring 2006- Queens Colony officially recognized at St. John’s University Spring 2006- Highest GPA awarded to Sorors Jasmine Augusto and Christina Douglas Fall 2006- Beta Line Crosses Spring 2007- Gamma Line Crosses June 16, 2007- Queens Colony Awarded "Most Improved Chapter/Colony" at OPB National Summer Conference Nov 2, 2007 - Chapter Charter Secured

Beta Alpha Chapter at
St. John's University

Est. 2002

Chapter History
It was on December 15, 2002 that the dream of four women finally came true. Four women of Latino descent, who wanted to make a major difference, reached the BETA light and then they knew, it was only the beginning and they had work to do. Their line name "Badiri" which means Celestial Phenomenon describes Laura Melendez, Melissa Rivera, Angeli Martinez, and Josefina Guzman. They realized the need for change and have been illuminating their campus in many ways. St. John's University is feeling the radiance now and forever, while the Betas of this campus will never forget the hard work and determination that got them there.

They will set the foundation for many to come, while the bond of these four women will never come undone...

Through the Radiant dedication of "Badiri", who looked up to the stars to see it all too clearly, came six determined and dedicated women of diverse backgrounds. On April 18, 2004, after following the Celestial path, these six women known as "Tierra Firma" became known as the Alpha line of Beta Alpha Chapter. Always true to their beliefs and standing Firm Ground, these amazing women have proved that with focus, and determination, anything is possible.

Chapter Philanthropy: Diabetes Awareness