By Chrissy Nicholson, Indiana-Indianapolis

Initiated in 2000, Meagan’s undergraduate experience was shaped by Delta Sigma Pi. She is a first-generation college student who learned to utilize the resources available to her while attending the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse. After graduating with her bachelor’s degree in human resources management Meagan pursued a masters of education in college student development, and has gone on to have many roles in higher education.  

Having experienced many ups and downs including two layoffs in her career, she advocates speaking up on the emotional toll they take on someone. “Somedays you’re allowed to feel your feelings,” Meagan said, “if that means you don’t apply for a single job that day, that’s okay.” She mentioned that finding unique ways to stay productive, like volunteering at in your community or the Fraternity, helped her to navigate those times when she was not finding the satisfaction she craved from her career. She currently works as the undergraduate program advisor for the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Minnesota, and says she loves working with and advocating for students, which connects to her work in Delta Sigma Pi.

Meagan’s Delta Sigma Pi career is full of volunteer roles. From Twin Cities Alumni Chapter President, a member of the Pledge Education Task Force in 2019, Chancellor of many North Central Provincial Council meetings, and of course serving as the first female Chancellor at the 2019 Grand Chapter Congress. Meagan attributes her ability to be an effective Chancellor to her extensive preparation before each event, reaching out to participating parties to further understand legislation proposals, and, admittedly, being a “Robert’s Rules of Order nerd!”

“I tried not to be surprised up on the dais,” she said. “I think one of the biggest things for me as Chancellor was not being afraid to say, ‘I’m not totally sure; let me check on that before we move forward.’  When I was GCC Chancellor, I had PGP Onuka Ibe sitting next to me, and anyone who knows him knows he is a wellspring of Fraternity history and parliamentary procedure.” Meagan also credits much of her preparation to be Chancellor to serving first as Parliamentarian to PGP Randy Hultz, who helped show her the ropes on life on the dais.

While Meagan was preparing for her duties at events where she was in a leadership role, she would actively check in on her brothers participating in the event to ensure they were set up to succeed. Former North Central PVP Amy Briggs, Minnesota State, gave Meagan the unofficial title of “Chief of Staff,” as Meagan was often seen bringing Amy a bottle of water to make sure she was hydrated, demonstrating Meagan’s tendency to focus on the wellbeing of those around her. Her selflessness, kindness, and genuine interest in connecting with brothers is something that stays with attendees even after the event ends.

Meagan’s partner, Mike Vitale, Rider (NJ), currently serves as North Star Regional Vice President and is familiar with the time commitment required when giving back to the Fraternity. Meagan, with a laugh, recalled that “Mike and I used to high-five in the morning of Grand Chapter Congress, then we wouldn’t see each other until after dinner!” 

One of Meagan’s key goals is to help usher in a new generation of volunteer leaders who may feel as though their skills don’t fit within the traditional volunteer leadership trajectory. “It’s important to see that there are other paths in the Fraternity,” she said. “There are so many ways to help other than serving on the Board. I’ve always wanted to find ways to continue serving the Fraternity without making myself seem inaccessible to brothers. Helping Deltasigs figure out the next step in their journey is something that I want to continue doing.”

However, it can be very easy to view volunteer leaders or prominent voices within Delta Sigma Pi as inaccessible. “It’s important for brothers to see that the volunteer leaders are real people who you can joke with. No matter what, we all want what’s best for the Fraternity,” Meagan said. She credits many brothers for encouraging her to see what she loves most about Delta Sigma Pi: the people. Her most prominent goal, serving as GCC Chancellor, was made possible through her hard work, knowledge, dedication, and the support of her friends.

“I was excited about reaching my goal of being Chancellor at Grand Chapter Congress, but to be honest, I didn’t even realize that I was the first female to hold that role until I was reading the minutes! It was awesome being able to hold that role next to Tricia Bonfrisco, our second female Grand President. There was a lot of strong female energy on the dais that day!”

Meagan is selfless, dedicated, and steadfast in her devotion to her family, friends, and Delta Sigma Pi. Her expertise in bringing people together and her top-notch sense of humor can lighten any room. “Being asked to be chancellor was a highlight, but I never set out to be the first female anything. I wasn’t intending to be part of the Fraternity’s history like this… but it’s so cool that I am!”

To honor this monumental anniversary, Delta Sigma Pi is providing informational and historical profiles about some of the dedicated Deltasigs of our organization— all throughout the year. Stay up to date for new updates every week!  Check back next week to hear about more amazing women in Delta Sigma Pi as we celebrate 50 years of women being initiated into Delta Sigma Pi.

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One of Meagan’s proudest moments is serving as Chancell0r at the 2019 Grand Chapter Congress.

Without Delta Sigma Pi, Meagan (right) would have ever met her close friend, Amy Briggs (left).

Mike Vitale (left) and Meagan (right) at the 2025 Grand Chapter Congress.