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A Glimpse in Time: Full of ESA Spirit

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 17:00:00 GMT

To wrap up our journey down memory lane, we conclude A Glimpse in Time series full of ESA spirit. We have come a long way since 1929 and these next four years complete the push for a successful 90 years.

A Glimpse in Time: Push to $200 Million

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 17:00:03 GMT

The excitement and creativity ran wild as ESA member’s pushed to reach a new lifetime donation total of $200 million in cash and pledges for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital by July of 2015.

ESA at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 18:00:00 GMT

Have you seen the ESA floor at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital? Explore the halls with ESA members through the dedication.

Celebrate the Past & Embrace the Present

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 17:00:00 GMT

As we celebrate the most recent years of ESA, slow down with us to acknowledge these action packed years. In just two years’ time ESA celebrated several anniversaries and set some impressive new goals.

ESA’s family tree continues to grow

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 17:00:00 GMT

Family involves people you love, trust, and look out for. ESA’s family has been around since 1929 and has never failed to show love and support for one another. Experience what the years 2008 to 2011 held for the ESA family.

ESA's Helpful Hand

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 17:00:00 GMT

Thirty-two NEW chapters in just one year! The 2005 International Council Convention in Phoenix, AZ wrapped up the year with lots of new attendees. Good friends, good works and good times.

26.2 Miles and Counting

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 21:59:59 GMT

Every step counts! Continue on as ESA members go the extra mile in the early 2000’s.

Symbols of Hope: 1997-1999

Tue, 03 Sep 2019 17:00:00 GMT

Between 1997 and 1999, ESA introduced new symbols hope, love, and comfort into children’s lives. From one fury little friend to a simple shoe box, children’s spirits were uplifted with the help from ESA.

Reaching New Peaks

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 17:30:42 GMT

When ESA members come together the results are remarkable. That was proven in 1993 to 1996 when ESA reached all new peaks.

Remembering Danny Thomas

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 17:30:58 GMT

Before we move forward in the years, let's stop and take a second to reminisce our cherished moments with Danny Thomas. This scrapbook of memories contains his humor, passion, love and support for both ESA and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

IC Convention Recap 2019

Fri, 26 Jul 2019 18:30:00 GMT

From July 17^th to 21^st more than 500 ESA members from 34 states gathered in Memphis, TN for the 72^nd Annual International Council Convention. There were 84 first time convention attendees, two of whom were from ESA Headquarters. Read on to see what INCREDIBLE fun was had at convention.

ESA Never Sleeps

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 17:00:14 GMT

As technology evolves and communication becomes easier, the recent decades are full of life changing events for ESA. Keep your heads held high as we race through the early 90’s.

The Good Heart of the '80s

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 17:00:32 GMT

Continue down memory lane with the heart filled decade of the ‘80s. Experience the love and support of ESA as members support each other during tough times, invite college students to join the family, and take some fun twists on tried and true events.

First Million Dollar Bike Ride by Billye Peterson

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 18:26:04 GMT

Ride along side, ESA member, Billye Peterson in her journey of a lifetime fundraising for St. Jude. This 1974 iconic ride will take you half way across the country with highs and lows that are sure to plant the seed of inspiration.

The Historical '70s

Mon, 20 May 2019 16:43:04 GMT

The 70s were historical and life changing for ESA. Danny Thomas and St. Jude Research Hospital made their first appearance into our members’ lives. ESA also had many accomplishments that made a powerful impact on ESA today.

A Glimpse in Time Series: From the Beginning

Mon, 06 May 2019 15:59:15 GMT

With our recent 90 year celebration of Epsilon Sigma Alpha, we want to honor all the incredible things ESA has accomplished over the years. This is the first of a series of blogs about our history that we will be releasing over the next couple of months. See how ESA was founded and became the organization we know and love.

4 Perks of Staying with ESA After College

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 21:54:50 GMT

ESA doesn’t need to end after you finish your strut across the stage at graduation.