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April Pt. 1: 2026 President’s Blog

Dear Theta Phi Alphas,

Our 55th National Convention will be held July 9-12, 2026, in Pittsburgh. Theta Phi Alpha Conventions are held biennially to conduct necessary activities in accordance with the Ritual, receive reports of the delegates and officers, elect officers, and transact necessary business. As preparations are finalized, I am filled with anticipation and excitement! I hope to see you there, ready to immerse yourself in the spirit of Theta Phi Alpha and the enriching experiences that await us in July!

Dear Theta Phi Alphas,

Our 55th National Convention will be held July 9-12, 2026, in Pittsburgh. Theta Phi Alpha Conventions are held biennially to conduct necessary activities in accordance with the Ritual, receive reports of the delegates and officers, elect officers, and transact necessary business. As preparations are finalized, I am filled with anticipation and excitement! I hope to see you there, ready to immerse yourself in the spirit of Theta Phi Alpha and the enriching experiences that await us in July!

The 2024-2026 Convention Standing Committee analyzed feedback collected from the 2024 Convention, developed countermeasures to be addressed for Convention 2026, and continues to implement positive, incremental change, all while working toward the ideal Convention state. This includes how to save costs for our members and the Fraternity, allowing us to fulfill the purpose of Convention and create an experience of sisterhood and celebration that our members will want to be a part of.

I am pleased to share the Summary of Convention Changes for 2026 with you. I hope you will be as excited about these positive changes to enhance the convention experience as I am.

If you want to learn more about our 55th National Convention, please visit this page on the Theta Phi Alpha website. From this page, you can view the schedule, convention packages, and register to attend Convention.

Enjoy some of my favorite Convention memories in pictures! Do you have a picture to share? Please submit it here.

Yitbos,
Kristin Henkenius
National President

 

1988 Convention in Chicago, IL - This was the first National Convention I attended. Riverboat Cruise in Chicago with Teresa Kessler McCreery and Cheryl Barnes (both Alpha Pi).
1992 Convention in Indianapolis, IN - My first National Officer position was serving as a Chapter Governor for the Alpha Sigma Chapter. I’m pictured with Diane Coleman (Alpha Epsilon), who served as the Conference Director I reported to. Diane was one of my first mentors in Theta Phi Alpha.
1998 Convention in Cleveland, OH - I was elected to the Grand Council in 1998 as National Second Vice President. Pictured is the 1998-2000 Grand Council - Leslie Trahant (Alpha Beta), Wendy Stark Prey (Alpha Pi), Rosie O’Boyle (Alpha Psi), me, Kathy Gaver (Alpha Pi).
2010 Convention in Nashville, TN - with Kathy Gaver (Alpha Pi) and Karen Rubican (Alpha Sigma).
Convention 2012 in Ann Arbor, MI - Theta Phi Alpha’s Centennial Celebration - Standing on the steps of Theta Phi Alpha’s Alpha Chapter house in 1912 at 811 E Huron St. with Kathy Gaver (Alpha Pi) and Mari Ann Callais (Alpha Beta).
Convention 2022 in Memphis, TN - At the Alumnae Reception with Kate Glow (Chi), Lauren Svec Gallo (Beta Beta), Angela Seegel (Alpha Epsilon), and Lisa Grace (Beta Rho).
Convention 2024 in Baltimore, MD - Photo booth fun with the Grand Council and our Executive Director - Jessica Ballman (Epsilon), Ainsley Robson (Alpha Tau), Kristin Rodriguez (Beta Alpha), Katie Hartmann (Gamma Iota), Lisa Grace (Beta Rho), Candice Bender (Beta Lambda), and Katie Evans (Alpha Nu).