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2024-26 International Council Candidates

The Fraternity Elections Committee is pleased to introduce the ballot for the 2024-26 International Council.

The primary responsibility of International Council is to provide strategic leadership in creating the future of our Fraternity, ensuring accountability of the Chief Executive Officer to International Council and of International Council to our members. International Council members have the responsibility to ensure that Alpha Gamma Delta continues to move strategically forward in pursuit of the Fraternity’s goals. An overview of the roles and responsibilities of International Council can be found at: alphagammadelta.org/elections. 

Candidates for International President:
Catherine Matthews
Andrea Pendleton

Candidates for International Vice President:
Adrienne Kerr Beckett
Kalina Haynes
Jessica Keesee
Jennifer Smentek Mores
Andrea Pendleton
Carol Richards Peske
Dani Picciotti
Klazina van den Berg
Jolie Graves Webb
Linda Mabry Wilkinson

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Adrienne Kerr Beckett

Candidate for International Vice President

Charlotte, North Carolina
Zeta Omicron–Kettering University

  • Bachelor of Science, Management Systems
    • Kettering University
  • Master of Science, Management
    • Purdue University

Wearer of the Crescent

Alpha Gamma Delta Experience Since Graduation:

  • Foundation Vice President/Vice Chair, 2020-Present
  • Foundation Board Trustee, 2016-Present
  • Director of New Chapter Development, 2011-13
  • New Chapter Development Specialist, 2010-11
  • Chapter Advisor, Delta Tau, 2004-08
  • EC Advisor, Delta Tau, 2002-03
  • EC Advisor, Beta Xi, 1995-97
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Kalina Haynes

Candidate for International Vice President

Arlington, Texas
Mu–Brenau University

  • Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communications
    • Brenau University

Wearer of the Crescent with Diamonds

Alpha Gamma Delta Experience Since Graduation:

  • International Vice President, 2022-Present
  • Panhellenic Support Committee, 2019-Present
  • Director of Recruitment, 2018-19
  • Regional Recruitment Coordinator, 2017-18
  • Recruitment Specialist, 2015-17
  • Recruitment Development Coordinator, 2014-15
  • Regional Recruitment Coordinator, 2013-14
  • Membership Committee, 2011-13
  • Regional Recruitment Coordinator, 2010-13
  • Recruitment Specialist, 2007-10
  • Recruitment Consultant, 2003-04
  • Recruitment Team Advisor, Mu Chapter, 2000-03
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Jessica Keesee

Candidate for International Vice President

Decatur, Georgia
Gamma Phi–Georgia Institute of Technology

  • Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
    • Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Juris Doctorate, Law
    • Georgia State University

Wearer of the Arc with Diamonds

Alpha Gamma Delta Experience Since Graduation:

  • Chapter Advisor, Gamma Phi, 2010-Present
  • Regional New Chapter Coordinator, 2013-15
  • Campus Relations Advisor, Gamma Phi, 2006-10
  • Activities Advisor, Gamma Phi, 2005-06
  • Ritual Advisor, Gamma Phi, 2004-06
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Jennifer Smentek Mores

Candidate for International Vice President

Johnston, Iowa
Gamma Alpha–University of Georgia

  • Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
    • University of Georgia

Wearer of the Crescent

Alpha Gamma Delta Experience Since Graduation:

  • International Vice President, 2022-Present
  • Chief Panhellenic Officer, 2019-22
  • NPC Area Advisor, 2018-19
  • Vice President, Denver Metro. Alumnae Chapter, 2017-21
  • Area Coordinator, 2015-17
  • President and Panhellenic Delegate, Denver Metro Alumnae Chapter, 2014-16
  • Foundation Scholarship Selection Committee, Foundation Program Manager, 2011-13
  • Extension Committee Member, 2008-11
  • Director of Extension, 2007-08
  • Director of Collegiate Operations, 2005-07
  • Province Director Collegians, 2004-05
  • House Association President and Campus Relations Advisor, Zeta Iota Chapter, 1999-2000
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Catherine Matthews

Candidate for International President

Indianapolis, Indiana
Theta Eta–University of Tennessee at Martin

  • Bachelor of Arts, English
    • University of Tennessee at Martin
  • Master of Arts, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
    • Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
  • Juris Doctorate, Law
    • Indiana University
  • Ph.D, Higher Education
    • Indiana University

Wearer of the Crescent

Alpha Gamma Delta Experience Since Graduation:

  • International Vice President, 2020-Present
  • International Vice President-Education, 2018-20
  • Fraternity Housing Corporation Director, 2018-22
  • Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation Trustee, 2016-18
  • Education Committee Member, 2011-16
  • Province Director, 2007-11
  • Province Finance Specialist, 2004-07
  • Chapter Advisor, Beta Delta Chapter, 2000-04
  • Campus Relations Advisor, Beta Eta Chapter, 1997-99
  • Recruitment & Membership Advisor, Theta Eta Chapter, 1993-95
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Andrea Pendleton

Candidate for International President
Candidate for International Vice President 

Atlanta, Georgia
Gamma Iota–Mercer University

  • Bachelor of Arts, Political Science & Women’s and Gender Studies
    • Mercer University
  • Master of Education, Higher Education Leadership
    • Mercer University

Wearer of the Arc with Diamond

Alpha Gamma Delta Experience Since Graduation:

  • International Vice President, 2020-Present
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee Chair, 2019-20
  • Foundation A-Team Volunteer, 2016-2020
  • Academy for Chapter Officers Facilitator, 2019
  • Convention Workshop Facilitator, 2018
  • Regional Collegiate Coordinator, 2017-19
  • Province Director, 2015-17
  • Gamma Phi Chapter Alpha Experience Advisor, 2012-16
  • Atlanta Junior Circle President, 2011-14
  • Gamma Phi Chapter Philanthropy Advisor, 2011-12
  • Mu Chapter Philanthropy Advisor, 2009-12
  • Mu Chapter Ritual Advisor, 2007-09
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Carol Richards Peske

Candidate for International Vice President

Tucson, Arizona
Alpha Beta–University of Michigan

  • Bachelor of Arts, Communications and French
    • University of Michigan

Wearer of the Crescent with Diamonds

Alpha Gamma Delta Experience Since Graduation:

  • Foundation Chair, 2020-Present
  • Foundation Trustee, 2015-Present
  • Philanthropy Committee Chair, 2012-15
  • Philanthropy Committee Member, 2011-12
  • Alumnae Development Committee, 2002-11
  • Alumnae President, Santa Clara Valley Alumnae Club, 2002-04, 2010-12
  • Province Director Alumnae, 1998-2000
  • Rose Sister Chair, 1994-98
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Dani Picciotti

Candidate for International Vice President

San Diego, California
Alpha Beta–University of Michigan

  • Bachelor of Arts
    • University of Michigan
  • Master of Business Administration
    • California State Polytechnic University

Wearer of the Arc with Diamonds

Alpha Gamma Delta Experience Since Graduation:

  • International Vice President, 2022-Present
  • Chapter Advisor, Delta Eta Chapter, 2017-22
  • Province Director, 2010-12
  • Operations Advisor, Delta Tau Chapter, 2008-09
  • Alumnae Vice President, Los Angeles Area Alumnae Chapter, 2007-10
  • Finance Team Advisor, Delta Tau Chapter, 2006-08
  • Operations Advisor, Delta Tau Chapter, 2004-06
  • Campus Relations Advisor, Delta Tau Chapter, 2003-04
  • Chapter Advisor, Delta Tau Chapter, 2002-03
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Klazina van den Berg

Candidate for International Vice President

Toronto, Ontario
Delta Zeta–University of British Columbia

  • Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting & Organizational Behaviour
    • University of British Columbia

Wearer of the Arc

Alpha Gamma Delta Experience Since Graduation:

  • International Vice President, 2022-Present
  • Recruitment Committee Member, 2021-22
  • Foundation Fighting Hunger Grant Selection Committee, 2021
  • Membership Selection Committee Chair, 2019-21
  • Regional Recruitment Coordinator, 2017-19
  • Recruitment Specialist, 2013-17
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Jolie Graves Webb

Candidate for International Vice President

Durham, California
Delta Iota–California State University-Chico

  • Bachelor of Science, Exercise Physiology
    • California State University, Chico

Wearer of the Crescent

Alpha Gamma Delta Experience Since Graduation:

  • NPC Area Advisor, 2021-Present
  • Recruitment Support Chair, 2019-Present
  • Regional Recruitment Specialist, 2017-19
  • Recruitment Specialist, 2015-17
  • International Council Elections Committee Member, 2022
  • Foundation Day of Giving Ambassador, 2020-Present
  • Chapter Advisor, Delta Iota, 2000-02, 2008-15
  • Finance Advisor/Administration Advisor, Delta Iota, 2002-08
  • Alumnae Treasurer, Delta Iota Alumnae Chapter, 2003-15
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Linda Mabry Wilkinson

Candidate for International Vice President

Mechanicsville, Virginia
Theta Zeta–Randolph-Macon College

  • Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
    • Randolph-Macon College

Wearer of the Arc with Diamond

 

Alpha Gamma Delta Experience Since Graduation:

  • Hunger Grants Committee Member, Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation, 2021-Present
  • Chapter Advisor, Theta Zeta, 2014-20
  • Philanthropy Advisor, Theta Zeta, 2018-20
  • Governance Task Force Member, International Headquarters, 2018
  • Scholarship Advisor, Theta Zeta, 2011-13
  • Chapter Advisor, Theta Nu, 1997-98
  • Scholarship Advisor, Theta Nu, 1996-97
  • President, Richmond Alumnae Chapter, 1994-96
  • Editor, Richmond Alumnae Chapter newsletter

Voting Instructions and Resources

Please refer to the 2024-26 International Council Elections Information email for detailed voting instructions. Voting closes March 27, 2024 at 11:59 pm ET. For an overview of the roles and responsibilities of International Council, visit the Elections Overview page linked below.