2024-2025 International Council .

Hi! I am Chris Wilkens and I am President of Sigma Phi Gamma, an amazing adult women’s friendship and service sorority. I just celebrated my 25th year in SPG at our annual Convention this June! Service in our local communities, plus state and national organizations are a huge part of who we are! I am in Xi Theta Chapter in Florida and we have many local charities and groups we support. I have painted houses, held yard sales for Relay for Life and helped cook and serve dinners at Valerie’s House, plus much more! Helping others makes you feel so good, but it’s much more! You are making a huge difference in someone else’s life! Another change for your life is the women you meet in Sorority who become your Sisters who become wonderful friends- across the United States and Canada! We have such fun together! So, are you one who would love new friends and be able to help others? Join us- SPG can make a difference in your life!

Hello, My name is Debbie Henize, current International Vice President. I am a member of Nu Tau chapter in Cincinnati, OH which is in Gamma Province. I have been a Sigma Phi since 1993 when my now best friend asked me to attend a social event. Sigma Phi Gamma has given me the opportunity to meet wonderful people across the US and Canada. It is a privilege to be involved in an organization that stresses our friendship with one another while we serve our communities. If you are looking for friendships and an opportunity to give back to your community, Sigma Phi Gamma is a great organization. Join us, we are always looking for new sisters.

A little about your International Organizer Colleen Criswell: I just celebrated my 51st birthday (for some reason no one believes me in that) and have been married for half of that time. I love to meet new people and due to being always “new girl” from moving a lot in my youth, I can always understand the need to belong!

I have an adult daughter and a number of fur and scale babies in my house. I love to read, specially mysteries. I watch a lot of movies, though I love scary movies the best. We also love Halloween at our house!

I tend to have a lot of energy, I have a background in theatre so I usually blame that!

I have an eclectic taste in music that ranges from Big Band to current and everything in between. I tend to sing in the car, a lot, so if you are driving with me, be prepared for a serenade.

Hello, I am Sharon Aquilino. Born in San Francisco CA, we moved to Marin county just north of San Francisco when I was 10. In 2004 I moved to Chico CA with my husband, Rick. Over the years I have worked many jobs and have owned several businesses. I retired in 2022. I have been a member of SPG since 2015. I have held most chapter offices, all Province offices and am looking forward to serving as your International Service Secretary.

Hi, my name is Sharon Hilton. As a new Physical Therapist that relocated to a small-town in Ohio, I longed to fit into the community. One grand lady invited me to join her friendship and service sorority. Since that time, my Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority sisters have become a big part of my community. My husband and I have relocated multiple times and we now live happily in Florida. I have maintained my sorority connections and added friendships with each move.  

As a Sigma Phi Gamma Sister, I have held most chapter offices and organized the first virtual chapter of SPG. At the province level I have served as Organizer and President. I have also served as International Way & Means Chair, Eastern Area Expansion Member, International Nominating Committee Chair, Virtual Chapter Committee Chair, Zoom Meeting Scheduler, SPG Facebook Administrator and 2 years on Council as International Editor. I am honored to again step up as International Editor to fill a mid-year vacancy. The goal of BUDDIE Magazine is to bring Sisters closer together in friendship through written communication. In life, I strive to connect remotely located sister together in friendship and service. Let me know if I can help make a sister connection with you.

Hi, I’m Alex Learn, and I am the current International Historian. I was made aware of Sigma Phi Gamma through a long-time client. She was always telling me what wonderful things they were doing, what fun they were having, and how wonderful her sorority sisters were. I finally, after months of listening to her, asked how does one join? She invited me to a social they were having, which I attended, and later I went to lunch with several members and all my questions were answered. I pledged shortly afterwards and then was initiated. It was truly one of the best decisions I have ever made. I am so proud of the work we do and the difference we make in our community, country, and around the world. I have gained so many wonderful friends and a new sense of purpose. I have surely received more than I have given.

Hello, I am Pat Drexler. I have been a member of SPG for 35 years. It has been such an awarding experience. It is so much fun to think of new ways to raise money in your own community to give back to that same community. My chapter is very active with Sleep in Heavenly Peace. Once every other month, we go to the workshop and help make beds for kids who don’t have one. It gives you the best feeling knowing you’re making a difference. That’s what it’s all about, making a difference somewhere in your community, large or small. The extra bonus is you will have more Sisters than you ever thought possible. Come and join us, it will change your life.

Hi, my name is Mary Ann Tuer and I have been your Secretary/Treasurer since 2013. I have been a member of SPG since 1982 and was brought into Kappa Nu Chapter in Anaheim, CA by my mother. I am now located in Henderson, NV in Nu Upsilon. I love all things SPG and have made so many amazing friendships and hope you decide to as well!