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Elisa met Morgan on Facebook in 2018 when they were both trying to find a freshman year roommate extremely last minute. She hasn’t been able to ditch Elisa since. Morgan is currently in Saint Kitts studying to become a vet!

Morgan Stevens

Anna and Elisa met in 2011 in 6th grade Orchestra and have been weirdos together ever since. Anna is currently living in Dallas, TX working as a Cybersecurity Consultant. If you like Ted Lasso, but not Jason Sudeikis (because he’s an idiot), hit her up! 

Anna Kolodziejcyk

Elisa met Karli in 2018 when they became suite mates in the dorm. The vast majority of Elisa's favorite college memories involve Karli. Karli is currently studying for her masters at Auburn University.

Karli McDonough

Caroline and Elisa met in the lobby of their dorm in 2018 and immediately hit it off. Caroline is one of the funniest, and coolest, people you will ever meet. She is currently working as a Graphic Designer in LA.

Caroline Lackey

Elisa met Sydney in 2012 in Grand Cayman. Their dads thought that their two families would get along and introduced them on a combined family vacation. The very first day they met, Elisa and Sydney had a sleepover. Sydney just graduated from Arizona State!

Sydney Kim

Faith is Elisa's cousin and Melanie’s twin sister. Elisa and Faith have spent countless nights up late, laughing about nothing. Faith graduated from the University of Georgia and is currently studying to become a pilot, just like her dad. 

Faith Hetsko

Melanie is Elisa's cousin and Faith’s twin sister. However, Elisa believes that Melanie is actually her twin! Melanie graduated from the University of Georgia and is currently in training to be a Delta Flight Attendant!


Melanie Hetsko

Julia is Chris’s sister and Elisa's Bronco twin. They might as well already be related because they are essentially the same person. Julia graduated from Mississippi State University and is currently living in Huntsville, Alabama. 

Julia Tomkies

Connor, Chris's older brother, now lives in Austin with his wife Anya. The two are excitedly preparing to welcome their baby girl, due to arrive on Halloween—October 31st! 

Connor Tomkies

Tyler and Chris first crossed paths during Chris's freshman year at Auburn and have been close ever since. Now based in Atlanta, Tyler works as an Analyst at Home Depot, where he's making big moves in the corporate world as well as being a mentor for the Auburn Delta Chi Chapter.

Tyler Wilson

Derreck and Chris hit it off when Derreck started dating Morgan Stevens—Elisa’s maid of honor. Since then, they’ve become great friends. Derreck is currently wrapping up his master’s degree at Auburn University.

Derreck Ivey

Evan and Chris first met in the spring of 2019 through Delta Chi, quickly forming a bond that led to years of roommate life and friendship. They lived together until Evan graduated with a degree in Chemical Engineering.

Evan Ashworth

Dylan and Chris connected through Delta Chi in the fall of 2019 and quickly became close friends. They shared a roof throughout college, right up until graduation. These days, Dylan puts his tech skills to work as a Software Engineer at Core & Main.

Dylan Layton

Peyton is Elisa’s brother, and Chris got to know him soon after he and Elisa began dating. It didn’t take long for Chris to earn his approval—and gain another brother in the process. Peyton is currently pursuing his master’s degree at the University of North Carolina.

Peyton Berry

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Rodeo Bar at The Adolphus Hotel is hosting our Welcome Party!

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Inspired by deep Texan roots and featuring beef from the in-house HWD Beef program, Stillwell’s is the hotel’s signature, classic steakhouse with a modern twist. Oenophiles will be impressed by the first-rate wine list featuring rare and hard-to-find wines from around the world. Stillwell’s is located on the seventh floor and open to both guests of the hotel and visitors.Stillwell’s is now open for hotel guests and visitors.

Stillwell's

After hours, the late-night lounge comes to life. Located on the lower level, Babou’s is a hideaway night club featuring a lively dance floor and intimate nooks for a rambunctious audience. Open to both guests and visitors, every night is a show, and the scores of merrymakers are the headlining act. Right next door just a bookcase away, The Library at Babou’s is a prelude to a night of revelry. Sip on crafted cocktails and sink into the cozy furniture while surrounded by the words of the literary greats. Dress code required.

Babou's

True to its history, the Stockyards still hosts the world’s only twice-daily cattle drive. All this – plus more than a hundred new shopping, dining and entertainment venues – makes the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historical District one of Texas’ most popular tourist destinations. Elisa and Chris recommend Basement Bar and Second Rodeo!

Chris & Elisa

Chris & Elisa

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