Posted on Thursday, May 2, 2013
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. - Westminster College's fraternities and sororities raised more than $19,000 in money and Student Government Association (SGA) collected nearly 5,000 food, clothing, toys, and other items during Greek Week 2013.
Penny Wars resulted in an $18,000 donation to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in honor of Claire Hartner, daughter of Eric and Kelly Hartner, Westminster enterprise network manager.
Throughout the week, Westminster's SGA Service Committee collected nearly 5,000 food, clothing, and hygiene items and toys for the Lawrence County Community Action Partnership in New Castle. The drive was organized by SGA Service Chair Christy Basso.
The sisters of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority collected donations at "Sing 'n Swing." The crowd donated $1,500 to Royal Family Kids' Camp.
"Sing 'n Swing" also included awards to fraternities, sororities, and individuals:
The week's activities were coordinated by Greek Week Chairs Julian Martinez and Jenna Meighen and assistant chairs Rachel Gibbs and Evan Patterson.
Contact Gina Vance at vancegm@westminster.edu for additional information.