Haverfield, Betty Ann Luker

Betty Ann Luker Haverfield (Missouri-Columbia, 1940) attended the University of Missouri, Columbia, where she received a degree in journalism. She was initiated into Alpha Delta Chapter (Missouri-Columbia) in 1940 and eventually served as chapter president. 

Betty married Robert W. Haverfield, who was a journalism professor. Together they had a daughter named Judy and son named David. In addition to her life as a mother and wife, she spent her time furthering her knowledge of journalism. She was a member of Gamma Alpha Chi, an advertising fraternity, and Women in Communications, Inc. 

Betty devoted much of her time to Gamma Phi Beta. She was a long-time member of the Columbia, Missouri Alumnae Chapter and served in most of the chapter offices. She also served as editor of The Crescent for 10 years. She was elected Grand President in 1974 and served until 1978.

In addition to her service to Gamma Phi Beta, Betty was also deeply involved in Panhellenic organizations. She was a 10-year delegate to the Columbia Panhellenic and served as its president. She was also a 10-year associate of the National Panhellenic Editors Conference.

During her lifetime, Betty was honored by inclusion in Who's Who of American Women, Who's Who in the Midwest, Foremost Women In Communications and Two Thousand Women of Achievement.