UCF alpha Kappa Delta Phi

･:*:･ﾟ 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒅𝒖𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑺𝒑𝒐𝒕𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 ｡･:*:･

Congratulations #64 Samantha “ST★RDUST” Hicks

𝐃𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞: Health Sciences B.S.

𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝: Spring 2024

𝐅𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐊𝐃𝐏𝐡𝐢 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐲: Going out with my lineage for the first time!

𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐬𝐝𝐨𝐦: Be patient with yourself & live to make happy memories ⁠♡

𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Socially, I hope to travel more often with friends and family! Academically, if admitted, I will pursue a master’s degree to gain certification as a medical laboratory scientist. I hope to eventually specialize in oncology by earning additional credentials, such as a cytogenetics certification.

･:*:･ﾟ 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒅𝒖𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑺𝒑𝒐𝒕𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 ｡･:*:･

Congratulations #57 Hanh “zaRyia” Luong

𝐃𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞: Legal Studies B.S.

𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝: FA23

𝐅𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐊𝐃𝐏𝐡𝐢 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐲: 2025 aKDPhi Convention in Portland

𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐬𝐝𝐨𝐦: the good times are now

𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Become an attorney and give back to my community by expanding access to legal aid for those who struggle with navigating the legal system.

･:*:･ﾟ 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒅𝒖𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑺𝒑𝒐𝒕𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 ｡･:*:･

Congratulations #56 Ariana “Mayari” Armstrong

𝐃𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞: Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing

𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝: Fall 2023

𝐅𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐊𝐃𝐏𝐡𝐢 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐲: There are truly too many cherished memories for me to choose one singular event, but I will forever hold close any moments where my line and I were fully together (ot5 5eva), my small adventures with my angel little/amazing big/wonderful g, meeting and crossing my beautiful silly lambda kiddos, and all the conventions where I got to travel with sisters. To say this experience has been enriching feels like an understatement; it has given me so much that I can’t fully put into words. I am so proud and beyond grateful to have had aKDPhi be a part of my journey, and I will carry it - and the people in it - with me forever.

𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐬𝐝𝐨𝐦: So much advice, yet so little. Here is a little word vomit of wisdom I’d like to share: (1) time will lead you back to yourself, so take life slowly and embrace its adventures and lessons, (2) kindness is never wasted, even when it’s not returned, (3) be grateful every day; even the smallest things may mean the world to someone else, and (4) pour passion into all that you pursue; the world is rich with treasure, so find your meaning.

𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: I would like to exist quietly and intentionally. Some goals I have are to make an impact on my patients’ lives as a CVICU nurse and eventually become an NP, explore the world and its wonders, and continue building my lore as the cool mysterious swag aunt.

˙✧˖°🪷 𝑯𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒚 𝑨𝑷𝑰𝑫𝑨 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑨𝑷𝑰𝑨 𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒉 🦢 ⋆｡˚

APIDA and APIA Heritage Month, celebrated each May in the United States, recognizes the histories, cultures, and contributions of Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Desi American communities. The term APIDA stands for Asian Pacific Islander Desi American, while APIA stands for Asian Pacific Islander American. This month highlights the diversity of people whose backgrounds trace to Asia, the Pacific Islands, and the Indian subcontinent. aKDPhi hopes everyone had a great APIDA/APIA Heritage Month celebrating and appreciating the many cultures within our communities.

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Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! The month of May is dedicated to reigniting the spark within you to take care of yourself and do the activities that brings you joy and excitement. Sometimes we live such busy and fast-paced lives that we forget to take care of ourselves and prioritize our mental health. Let this be a gentle reminder that your mental health comes first!

To celebrate Re-Ignite, some of our sisters went on a road trip this month to Georgia and hiked at High Shoals falls and Jacks K**b trail. They were able to spend time enjoying nature, swim, and have quality bonding-time with one another! You don’t need a national forest to enjoy these things, just remember to take time for yourself!