Danielle Hillis as president of College Organization

2012 Mar 26

Danielle Hillis, a senior of Poplar Grove, is serving as president of Chi Beta Literary Society at Illinois College for the 2011-2012 academic year.

Chi Beta is the youngest of the women's literary societies but we still pride ourselves on our rich history and many traditions. Founded under the name of Senate in 1919, our purpose was intelligent debate. In 1920, our name was changed to Agora. Finally, in 1934, our name was changed to Chi Beta. During World War II, our membership decreased so the society was discontinued only to be refounded in 1946 by seven women. It is in honor of these seven women that we start our literary meetings at seven minutes past the hour of half hour. The women of Chi Beta stress friendship, unity and sisterhood within their society.

Hillis, a graduate of North Boone High School, is the daughter of Lorinda Dredske of Poplar Grove.

Founded in 1829, Illinois College is a residential liberal arts college fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success.