A May update from 2010 Corporation Board President, Julia Hounshell Reynolds

Dear Sigma Kappa Sisters,

It is a pleasure to update you on our exciting housing project. The Design Development Phase has been approved by the University. Our architect, Glenn Lindsay (Lindsay and Maples) is now preparing the “construction documents” for the bidding process. The University’s timeline calls for the first bids to go out in late June. Site preparation on Morgan Hill is full steam ahead and should be completed in August.  Construction of the first houses may begin as early as September 2010 with completion estimated by fall of 2011. Glenn Lindsay designed both the Sigma Kappa and Alpha Delta Pi houses which will be built side-by-side. Our goal is to bid these houses together which will be economically advantageous to both groups.

The Corporation Board design committee and Lon J. Brown, ASID of Brown-Hazen House Inc. have selected a color scheme with variations of reds, greens, and golds with violet accents. The furnishings are classic in design from an American perspective with influences taken from different cultures. Although traditional, the feel is upbeat to appeal to both alumnae and collegians. The main floor will consist of the kitchen, ladies lounge, two-story foyer with a grand spiral staircase, parlor, house director’s suite, dining room with outdoor patio, and chapter room. The second floor will have 21 bedrooms, a library, a TV lounge, a community bath, a kitchenette, and a laundry/vending area. The third floor attic will be storage space. Andrew Scruggs of Strategic Kitchen Equipment has designed a full commercial kitchen.

With your help, our future home is becoming more of a reality every day. What has been in the planning phase is quickly moving into the construction phase. To date, Sigma Kappa gifts total close to one-half million dollars but more is needed.  Each contribution, no matter how large or small, is important. Alumnae support of this project is vital to its success. All donations can be made directly to the University of Tennessee Sigma Kappa Capital Account and are 100% tax deductible.  Pledges can be made over the course of five years to make giving easier. Naming opportunities are available and can be seen on this website. If you have been waiting to donate, I urge you to do so now. We need and appreciate your support!

I invite you to visit our website often as our progress is continually updated.  Please let me know if you have any questions.

Loyally in Sigma Kappa,

Julia Hounshell Reynolds ’72, President
Alpha Delta Housing Corporation