“Hi there! My name is Sharli Brown and I will be serving as the President for UMKC’s chapter of Alpha Delta Pi for 2024. Being a member of this chapter has completely transformed my life and helped me become the best version of myself. Everyday I try to live by our four core values, which are sisterhood, scholarship, service to others, and self improvement. By following these values I’ve gained a wonderful family of sisters, a stronger sense of self, and a passion to serve people in my community. 

When I came to college, I was very passionate about succeeding academically and finding people who felt as driven as I did. I certainly found this in Alpha Delta Pi, as there is always a sister to go to for advice, study alongside with, or receive encouragement from. However, the biggest reward has been the love and companionship I’ve received as well. I felt very alone moving to Kansas City from St. Louis, and the members of the Alpha Delta Pi chapter became my home away from home. They are always there to pick me up, offer a hug, or find some small way to make me laugh. I love spending time with my sisters, whether we’re making hot chocolate together at one of our sisterhood events, or sending each other words of encouragement at chapter each week.

The philanthropy that we support is the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC). Throughout the semester, members will go to the house and cook meals for the families who are staying there while their children receive treatment at Children’s Mercy. Additionally, we host one philanthropy event each semester where we will fundraise money to donate to RMHC. This past year, we have hosted ‘Pi Hop’, a pancake cooking diner event in the Spring, and then hosted a fall festival, ‘Pi Fest,’ in the Fall! , Between both events, we were able to raise close to $10,000 dollars for RMHC!  We also collect pop tabs throughout the year which are donated to the Ronald McDonald House and recycled for proceeds. I personally feel so lucky to have this special connection with them, and getting to work with them has warmed my heart.

Above all, joining Alpha Delta Pi has introduced me to  a plethora of different backgrounds and to people of many different areas of study. I love that I get to know and love all the amazing individuals who make up our chapter, and learn new things from them each day. I couldn’t imagine a better home than with the first and finest.”