At Florida Atlantic University, Dalia Calvillo has exemplified leadership and dedication, serving as both Student Body Vice President and President while being a sister of Alpha Delta Pi. Her involvement in Alpha Delta Pi has been instrumental in her development as a leader, offering her a strong support system throughout her campaign and voting seasons. The sorority’s value of service resonated deeply with Dalia, teaching her how to serve her chapter and community, skills she seamlessly transitioned into her roles in Student Government. She states, “Taking this value at heart and learning how to serve my chapter and my community through my sorority has definitely helped me transition those skills to Student Government”.
Leadership Development through Sorority Involvement
Holding leadership positions within her chapter of Alpha Delta Pi helped Dalia grow in confidence and capability. By earning the respect and trust of her sisters, she garnered their full confidence in her platform when running for President. Her ADPi chapter actively supported her, gathering votes and campaigning on campus, ultimately leading to her successful elections. The unwavering support and efforts of her sisterhood were crucial to her victories.
A Legacy of Leadership
The history of Greek leadership within student government at FAU is rich. Just in recent years previous presidents have included:
- 2024-2025: Stefan Andjelkovic, PIKE
- 2023-2024: Dalia Calvillo, Alpha Delta Pi
- 2022-2023: Pierce Kennamer, PIKE
- 2021-2022: Maxwell Simonson, PIKE
- 2020-2021: Celine Persuad, Alpha Delta Pi
- 2019-2020: Kevin Buchanan, PIKE
- 2018-2019: Kyle McDonald, Sigma Phi Epsilon
- 2017-2018: Emily Lawless, Alpha Delta Pi
- 2016-2017: Michael Cairo, PIKE
- 2014: Patrick Callahan, PIKE
Election Highlights
- Election Dates: February 22 & 23
- Total Votes: 1,620 votes
- Campaign Platform:
- Discounted Transportation Services
- Low-Cost Psychological Services
- Away Game Tailgates for Football and Basketball seasons
- Academic Support Services, including discounts on textbooks and Testing Support Programs
Campus Involvement and Achievements
Beyond her leadership roles, Dalia has been actively involved in various campus organizations, showcasing her commitment to diverse causes:
- Florida Student Association
- Israel on Campus Coalition
- Passages Israel
- Leon Charney Diplomacy Program
- Achieved 1st place out of 207 universities at the National Model United Nations 2022 Competition
Future Aspirations
Dalia aims to continue her journey of service and leadership by working in state or federal politics. She also has ambitions to enter the legal field or become a lobbyist, leveraging her extensive experience and passion for advocacy.
Dalia Calvillo’s story is a testament to the impact of fraternity and sorority life in nurturing leaders who are committed to service and excellence. Her journey at Florida Atlantic University highlights the influence of sisterhood and the value of service in shaping future leaders.
