AHEPA E-News
Volume 16, Issue 10 | Wednesday, March 9, 2022
A Centennial Celebration in Chicago
The District 13 AHEPA family gathered for a banquet on the outskirts of Chicago on Saturday, March 5, to celebrate AHEPA's 100th anniversary.
The gala served as one of the first of the year to mark AHEPA's 100th anniversary as AHEPA's "Centennial Celebrations" kick-off nationwide. More than 300 persons attended, including Ahepans from across the country.
The event paid homage to AHEPA family leaders, past and present, from the upper Midwest, who volunteered, served, and contributed to the Order's growth and mission since its inception.
Supreme President Jimmy Kokotas, Daughters of Penelope Grand President Kathy Bizoukas, and His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael of Chicago delivered remarks.
AHEPA Housing Presents $40K to AHEPA Family Entities
The AHEPA National Housing Corporation (ANHC) presented a $10,000 contribution to each of the four Orders of the AHEPA family last weekend, totaling $40,000.
ANHC President Carl Hollister, PSP, presented a $10,000 check to Supreme President Jimmy Kokotas at the ANHC Board of Directors' strategic planning meeting held in Rosemont, Ill., March 4, 2022.
"We are deeply grateful to the AHEPA National Housing program for its continued support of AHEPA's operations and programming," Supreme President Kokotas said. "The housing program is the crown jewel of AHEPA and provides an invaluable level of quality affordable housing and services to vulnerable older adults nationwide."
Hollister also presented $10,000 checks to Daughters of Penelope Grand President Kathy Bizoukas, and to National Lodge officers of the Sons of Pericles and Maids of Athena, to support their operations.
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Appeal for Ukraine Humanitarian Aid
Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Ukraine as they bravely defend their country from a brutal, devastating, and unprovoked invasion by Russia. We hail the Ukrainians’ defense of democracy and freedom.
The humanitarian ruin and loss of life will be catastrophic.
Europe will soon face its “largest refugee crisis this century,” according to the UN Refugee Agency. The agency warned that, as of March 1, about 660,000 refugees have fled Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in the last six days, with more than 150,000 leaving in the last 24 hours.
The Order of AHEPA stands in solidary with Ukrainian refugees and families.
The AHEPA Emergency Relief Fund is open to receive donations for humanitarian aid to assist the people affected by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
read our full appeal
A Special Birthday Shout Out
Congratulations to Brother Basil P. Shropulos who recently celebrated his 105th birthday
Brother Basil is an 85-year Life Member of Chapter 20, Dallas, Texas, and is our oldest living Ahepan.
We wish Brother Basil all the best! Xronia Polla!
Supreme Convention Pre-Registration Form Released
The 2022 Supreme Convention pre-registration form is available from AHEPA Global Headquarters.
Please note that in order to register as a Delegate or Alternate, your chapter must report you as one.
If you have not been reported as a Delegate or Alternate, you will be charged the guest price, so please coordinate with your chapters early
Download Registration Form
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Call for Applications | AHEPA Journey to Greece
During our 100th Anniversary, we are proud to offer emerging leaders the exciting opportunity to participate on our premier educational program, Journey to Greece.
Established in 1968, the Journey to Greece program provides an opportunity for our youth to visit Greece and earn six college credits in the process. This year, we are proud to work with Webster University in Athens for a 17th year.
The 2022 Journey dates are July 5 to 30.
Learn More
Apply Today!
Last Call for Applications!
Scholar-Athlete Scholarships, Athletic Hall of Fame Honors
Annually, AHEPA presents scholarships and awards to outstanding athletes, scholar-athletes, and former athletes at the AHEPA Family Supreme Convention.
Don't miss this opportunity!
Do you know of a standout athlete who excels in their individual sport(s) or who displays excellence in the classroom and volunteerism? Or a former athlete or sports industry leader worthy to join the ranks of 150-plus members of the AHEPA Hellenic Athletic Hall of Fame that includes the likes of Harry Agganis, Alex Karras, Pete Sampras, and other greats?
Deadline: March 15, 2022
Hall of Fame Application
Scholar-Athlete Scholarship Application
2022 National Scholarship Application Open
The AHEPA Educational Foundation has made the 2022 National AHEPA Educational Foundation Scholarship Application available on the AHEPA website.
Please visit the link to learn about eligibility criteria for the scholarship as well as the scholarships available this year.
The deadline to submit an application for the 2022 AHEPA Educational Foundation Scholarship is March 31, 2022.
Apply Today
Upcoming Events & Deadlines
March
15 | Deadline: AHEPA Athletic Hall of Fame, Scholar-Athlete Scholarship applications
20 | Philadelphia Greek Independence Day Parade
21 | Man of God nationwide release
23 | Greek Independence Celebration Flag Raising at New Jersey Statehouse, Trenton
25 | Greek Independence Day
31 | Deadline: National Educational Foundation Scholarship application
Greek American News Digest
Editor's Note: Editorials, commentaries, opinion pieces, and articles are shared for information purposes only and do not necessarily reflect the views or policy positions of the Order of AHEPA, its affiliated organizations, and members
Erdogan Will Air Turkey’s Grievances in Mitsotakis Istanbul Sit-Down
The National Herald (March 8)
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has a laundry list of complaints against Greece he will show Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis when they sit down for a meeting March 13 in Istanbul. read more
Southern Europe grapples with changing face of tourism
Reuters (March 7)
It took one electricity bill to crush Dimitris Diavatis' hopes that his Greek summer resort could bounce back to its pre-pandemic health this year, even with bookings pouring in. read more
500 more US troops will deploy to Europe, including Greece, Pentagon says
Ekathimerini (March 8)
The Pentagon ordered over the weekend an additional 500 troops to Europe, which would bring the total number of American forces there to about 100,000, a senior US defense official said on Monday, as the United States seeks to guard against the war’s spillover into NATO nations. read more
U.S., French joint drills off Greece (Ekathimerini)
This Doctor Examined The First COVID Victim In Greece. Here's How Her Life Has Changed.
Huff Post (March 7)
He was my high school math teacher. ... I owe this man a big thank-you, because even as he was dying, I never stopped learning from him." read more
Karlaftis, Ebiketie add international flavor to NFL combine
Associated Press (March 5)
George Karlaftis and Arnold Ebiketie took similar journeys to this week’s NFL scouting combine. read more
The Classic Beauty of Archaic Greek Architecture
Architecture & Design (March 8)
Ancient Greek architecture is hailed as one of the most sophisticated architectural styles in history. Ancient or archaic Greek architecture is characterized by its distinct formalism, particularly evident in the use of columns, pillars, capitals and friezes. read more
10 Fascinating Greek Treasures at Chicago’s Art Institute
The Pappas Post (March 4)
The Art Institute of Chicago has compiled a few highlights from its collection of ancient Greek art. read more
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