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Sorority Housing Behind the Scenes + Building Community Through Moves
Wednesday, 22 April, 2026
Today on Sorority Chat, host Liz Alexander welcomes Liza Hallsten, Assistant Director of Housing for Pi Beta Phi and a longtime Alpha Chi Omega advisor, to discuss what it really takes to run and renovate sorority chapter homes. Liza shares how her experience as a volunteer, property-management professional, and housing leader informs decisions about safety, budgets, and major repairs in aging, complex facilities, and why housing operations involve far more than décor. She also explains how the wider fraternity/sorority housing community collaborates across organizations, and how shifting labor and material costs affect timelines and quotes. As a military spouse who has moved nine times in 15 years, Liza describes founding the Stars and Stripes alumni chapter to help military-connected sisters build friendships and support, and offers practical advice for finding community after a move.📌 Connect with Liza📸 @lizamarie.axo📌 Connect with Liz: 📸 Instagram: @pdrinteriors🌐 Website: PDR Interiors Don’t miss an episode! Subscribe to Sorority Chat on your favorite podcast platform!If you loved this episode, leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review and share it with a friend in your sorority circle!Sorority Chat is your go-to podcast for all things Greek life! Liz Alexander hosts this show for sorority leaders, house directors, alumni, and anyone who loves sisterhood and the traditions that make Greek life unique. From leadership insights to house renovations and recruitment tips, Sorority Chat brings you real conversations, thoughtful insights, and fun stories.Episode Highlights:00:00 Finding Your People00:47 Meet Liza Hallsten02:04 Day in Housing Ops03:49 Why She Keeps Advising06:11 Career Path in Housing09:56 Housing Myths and Costs13:14 Behind the Scenes Work15:46 Rising Costs and Labor18:02 Building Military Community21:42 Advice for New Cities23:49 Haunted House Lore27:12 Wrap Up and Contact28:45 Liz House Hot Takes29:49 Final Thanks and Outro
