Breast Cancer
Kappa Epsilon adopted Breast Cancer Awareness as a national project in memory of Linda Rodgers, who developed breast cancer during her term as Grand Council President from 1981-84. Later that year, Linda died of breast cancer. This dynamic woman, whose motto was “Do it till they tell you, you can`t,” influenced many people during her lifetime.
Each year since, KE Members have helped raise awareness through professional projects and service activities. Projects have included participating in Breast Cancer Awareness walks and runs, fundraising through raffles and community activities, donate goodie baskets to breast cancer survivors and participate in health fairs and awareness programs.
Collegiate and alumni chapters are encouraged to develop and/or participate in one or more Breast Cancer Awareness programs during the year. Chapters with exceptional programs are recognized at the Kappa Epsilon National Biennial Convention.
Examples of Breast Cancer Awareness Projects
• Collect Yoplait® yogurt lids
• Market day-pink accessories sale
• Breast Cancer Awareness ribbons, car magnets
• Breast Cancer Awareness education
• Pink fashion show
• Breast cancer care packages/baskets
• Valentine carnations to chemo patients
• Breast cancer speaker
• Distribute breast exam cards to dorms
• Breast cancer walks
• T-shirts
• Series of survival stories