Hi there! My name is Serena Toscani, and I am currently serving as the Chapter President of the Theta Eta Chapter of Alpha Phi.

 

Coming to Western, I had always known about sororities - Alpha Phi in specific. I used to scroll through the socials every day to see if, in another lifetime, I could be in that same sisterhood. Little did I know that joining Alpha Phi would change my life in ways I never imagined. 

 

I registered for recruitment in 2022, and the experience was truly unforgettable. I met so many incredible women who immediately made me feel at home. The process of becoming an Alpha Phi challenged me to step out of my comfort zone and put myself out there—something I had always struggled with. 

 

Alpha Phi made everything fall into place. It didn’t just give me a group of friends — it gave me the girls who will stand by me in tough times, cheer me on in my wins, and remind me every day what sisterhood truly means. They are my roommates, the girls I will travel the world with, my future bridesmaids, and lifelong best friends. 

 

This organization pushed me to be a better person, a better friend, a better sister, and a better version of myself. It has taught me to take every single opportunity, face every obstacle, and step out of my comfort zone.

 

If you were to tell 18-year-old me, going through recruitment, that I’d one day be here, I would have looked at you and said you were crazy. But now, at 21, I have the privilege of leading our chapter through philanthropic and recruitment efforts, speaking confidently in front of hundreds of people, guiding an incredible executive council, and watching others find their home in Alpha Phi—none of which would have been possible without this chapter. Taking that leap of faith in my first year is a decision I will forever be grateful for.

 

So, to anyone considering taking that leap and going through recruitment, I couldn’t encourage it more. Trust the process, be yourself, and know that your forever home could be waiting on the other side. 

 

Alpha Phi has been my support system through the highs, the lows, and every moment of growth in between. The sisterhood you’ll find here is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. Whether you're seeking leadership opportunities, academic support, meaningful friendships, or simply unforgettable memories, Alpha Phi has it all. Alpha Phi is the place for you.

 

Love always, 

Serena Toscani