Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter
“Ohio Chapter of the Year!”
General Body Meeting
April 19, 2008
DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.
CINCINNATI ALUMNAE
Ohio Chapter of the Year!”
General Body Meeting
April 19, 2008
ORDER OF BUSINESS
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Meeting Call to Order
Δ
Adoption of the Agenda
Δ
House Keeping Reminder
Δ
Minutes of Previous
General Body Meeting
– Read Silently
Δ
Correspondence
Δ
Officer’s Reports
– President
– First Vice President
– Second Vice President
– Third Vice President
– Financial Secretary
– Treasurer
Δ Committee Reports
– Scholarship
– Ebony Fashion Fair
– Financial Fortitude
– Ways & Means
– Delta Academy
Δ New Business
Δ Cincinnati Youth
Collaborative
Donation Request
Δ National Convention
Ad Request
Δ Announcements
Δ Ritualistic Closing
Note: Italic and shadowed items are reports
containing recommendations and will require action
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General Body Meeting Minutes
March 2008
The March meeting was called to order at 10:30am. A quorum was
present with 18 financial members and 1 non-financial/ visiting sorors. Sor
Elsie Brown moved to adopt the agenda. Seconded. Motion passes. The
February General Body Meeting minutes were read silently. Motion to
accept the minutes by Sor. Elsie Brown. Seconded. Motion carries.
Correspondence
Sor. Charlotte McKenzie gave her report. See the Correspondence Binder
for updates. Several Ad Requests (see new business)
President
Sor. Veronica Chapman gave her report. Several sorors attended the
Freedom’s Sisters Gala that featured 20 prominent women that have
made historical contributions to our country. Of the 20, 8 sorors are part
of this historical traveling event. The local website has been completed
so sorors can access and download information. Represented the
chapter at Delta Days. The official nominating slate has been received
for national officers. Violets to all sorors, especially to the Founders Day
committee for their outstanding work. Local, state, regional and national
updates
1st Vice President
Sor. Tina Welch gave the report. Overview of the program activities as
well as upcoming events and updated chapter calendar. Soror Camille
Woods taking on the role as Chair of Delta GEMS during Soror Tikica
Benjamin’s maternity leave. Soror Kim Hull taking over as Chair of the
Scholarship Committee Program proposals have been submitted for our
2008-2009 sorority year. We will review in April and vote on in May.
2nd Vice President
Sor. Danelle Carter gave her report. This is Sisterhood Month. Soror Carter
challenged each of us to commit to our chapter and get to know a soror
we may not know well. Second challenge is to make phone calls and
reclaim inactive sorors in the city and also communicate more with our
Delta Dears. Soror Carter will be making a motion to move forward with
preparation for membership intake. Soror Marena Brown was featured as
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our Unsung Soror for the month of March
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General Body Meeting Minutes
March 2008 ….continued
3rd Vice President
Sor. Vickie Fairley gave her report. All sorors are being encouraged to get
involved in all upcoming fundraisers. The Golf Outing will take place on
Saturday, May 17. Violets to Soror Ebonie Byndon who put together the
PowerPoint presentation at the Founders Day celebration. Soror Byndon also
collecting items for our history. Soror Camille Woods is working on Minerva’s
Pen, and Soror Lacosta Moore is updating our website. Pictures are needed
from 2007-2008, including the day and month.
Financial Secretary
Sor. Ligaya West gave her report. Dues are being collected for 2008-2009.
Currently, 127 financial members. See financial packet for report.
Treasurer
Sor. Gayle DeBrossard gave her report. Ads and Contributions amount
increased due to Cotillion Ads, contributions, and returned check from Omega
Psi Phi. This year it was voted by Executive Committee to split proceeds 70/30
to Scholarships/Chapter. Soror Chapman gave an overview. Soror Tina Welch
moved to adopt the motion. seconded. Motion carries. See financial packet for
report.
Committees
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Scholarship: Soror Kim Hull gave her report. Plans are being made
for a workshop in the Fall. 30 applications have been received.
Financial Fortitude: Soror Michelle Story Stewart gave her report.
Tax tips were given. A Budget form is available to help manage
expenses.
Ways and Means: Soror Lisa Rowell gave her report. The Golf
Outing will take place on Saturday, May 17. Items are needed for the
great goodie bags that will be given to golfers. Start to solicit golfers
and teams to make this a sold out event.
Unfinished Business
None
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General Body Meeting Minutes
March 2008 ….continued
New Business
•It has been recommended to move the May meeting to Thursday, May 15,
6:30pm. Moved by Soror Danielle Pankey, seconded by Soror Maurine
Allen. Motion carries.
•AKA request for sponsorship of their Centennial Celebration. Motion to
contribute $100. Seconded. Motion carries.
•Ad request from Queen City Chapter of The Links, Inc. for their program
booklet. Motion by Soror Danelle Carter to contribute $100. Seconded by
Soror Maurine Allen. Motion Carries.
Announcements
•.Ads for the Debutante Cotillion are due.
Sor. Kim Hull moved to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Soror Vickie
Fairley. Motion carries.
Meeting adjourned at 12:15 pm followed by the Ritualistic Closing.
___Stacey Fulgham_______________ ______ ___________________
Stacey Fulgham
Veronica Chapman
Recording Secretary
President
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CINCINNATI ALUMNAE
Correspondence Report
April 19, 2008
Greetings, Sorors! Thank you for keeping our Chapter connected to
one another and the community. Please review the guidelines listed
below that will help in our correspondence process.
•All committee meetings, updates, announcements, etc. that you
would like included in the upcoming CAC Weekly Update should be
submitted to me each week, no later than Sunday, 5:00pm,
dst_cincinnati_alumnae@yahoo.com. You must write your own
submission in its’ entirety. This will insure inclusion of any early week
meetings, as the Update will be emailed during the early part of each
week. If you have an exception/emergency, feel free to call me at
513-258-3799.
•Please submit your info in the format as you would like for it to
appear in the update. Your info should be inclusive, in standard type,
and brief. Include pertinent info such as date, time, location, contact
person, email, phone number, etc. Only minor editing will be done.
•Keep in mind that NOT EVERY FLYER/ATTACHMENT CAN BE
INCLUDED. Therefore, submit your info as bullet points that can be
included in the body of the update or send an attachment that is
small in capacity.
•Please UPDATE YOUR CURRENT ADDRESS, EMAIL, PHONE NUMBERS,
ETC. with our Sergeant at Arms as you sign in for the Chapter Meeting.
Also, if you have information that is currently not on file for another
Soror, please provide it to us. We need correct information so that
we can keep you in the communication loop of CAC.
•Your suggestions and comments are welcome. Remember, ALL
SUBMISSIONS SHOULD ONLY BE SENT TO THE CHAPTER EMAIL ADDRESS:
dst_cincinnati_alumnae@yahoo.com. Thank you Sorors!
Correspondence:
Information received from the Hamilton County Job and Family
Services Adoption and Foster care. If you are interested or would like
more information, contact Erika D. Respress at 513-946-7583.
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CINCINNATI ALUMNAE
Correspondence Report continued…..
Request/Ads/Donations:
• Financial request from Cincinnati Youth Collaborative (CYC) for a
tax deductible donation to assist with their mentoring program.
The amounts are$100, $250, $500, $750 and other.
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Ad request from National Headquarters for the 2008 National
Convention Program Booklet. Ad prices are $750/full page color;
$600/full page black & white; $500/half page color; $350/half
page black & white; $200/quarter page black & white, no
picture. For all ads with picture, add $50. Due by Friday, April 18.
Submitted in the spirit of Delta,
Charlotte McKenzie
Corresponding Secretary
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CINCINNATI ALUMNAE
Presidents Report
April 19, 2008
Greetings Sorors!
The Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter is on the MOVE. Just this month
we are hosting the Debutante Cotillion Ball, Delta
GEMS/Academy Retreat, Scholarship Interviews, and Bishop
Vashti McKenzie. We’re also planning the Golf Outing and
kicking off planning for our 2008 Ebony Fashion Fair and all with
grace and elegance. Violets to you for being the Wind Beneath
our Wings.
Local Updates
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Represented the chapter at the Center for Closing the
Health Gap conference Faith Breakfast featuring Soror
Vashti McKenzie as the Keynote Speaker.
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Along with the VPs and Financial officers, participated in
the Budget & Finance Committee meeting to plan the
FY08-09 Budget.
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Met with Cheryl Hill, President of Cincinnati Queen City
Alumnae Chapter to discuss Service Area requirements.
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Met with Councilmember Cecil Thomas regarding
Ebony Fashion Fair Show sponsorship.
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Represented the chapter at the AKA, Sigma Omega
chapter Brunch and Fashion Show on Saturday, March
29th.
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CINCINNATI ALUMNAE
Presidents Report cont’d.
April 19, 2008
National Update
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Participated in Midwest Region Leadership Team
Retreat in Louisville, KY, April 4 – 6.
National Update
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Received Thirty-two proposed Amendments to the
Constitution and Bylaws.
Violets
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Delta Academy/Delta GEMS for submitting excellent
nominations on behalf of the chapter for the
National Exemplary program awards and Presidential
Academy.
Yours in Delta,
Veronica L. Chapman
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CINCINNATI ALUMNAE
First Vice President Report
Sorors can you feel the excitement in the air? We are wrapping up
our 2007/2008 program year with three major events/activities this
month: 2008 Debutante Cotillion Ball, Delta Academy & GEMS
annual college retreat, and Scholarship interviews. In May and June
we will award our scholarships and conduct year end activities for all
the youth programs. We would like to thank sorors for their continued
support as we prepare our program proposal for next year and
document our current year program success for potential national
Delta award recognition. The program committee is looking forward
to another remarkable year of service to our community.
The Delta Academy committee chaired by Sorors Marena Brown and
Candace Higgins wrapped-up the iSpace (robotics) educational
component on April 5th and started the Lights! Camera! Action!
component on the 5th as well. The girls were excited about both
activities and enjoyed the interaction with the guest speakers. The
Academy is still looking for speakers with a background in broadcast
journalism (TV, radio, or online web casting) for their sessions involving
filming and editing video with Media Bridges on May 10 and June 7. If
you are willing to volunteer or know of someone who might, please email dstdelta_academy@yahoo.com or call Soror Candice Higgins at
740-707-0682 (cell) or 513-829-1085 (home). You are invited to
participate in the Academy’s upcoming activities:
– April 19th thru 20th - Annual College Retreat, Indiana
University
– April 26th – Great American Cleanup, service event, location
TBD
– May 10th – Lights! Camera! Action! the 1st education
component with Media Bridges Corryville Rec., 12-3pm.
The GEMS committee is very enthusiastic about the Annual College
Retreat which will take place on this coming weekend April 19th thru
20th at Indiana University. Soror Camille Woods chairperson and the
committee have some great activities planned for the young ladies
so they are able to experience a little bit of college life and start the
process of determining the type of college they would like to attend
in the future.
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First Vice President Report
Sorors Shawnda DeRamus and Marviette Dale co-chair persons and
the cotillion committee are very excited about tonight’s ball:
2008 Debutante Cotillion
“Black Butterflies: Soaring to Unlimited Possibilities”
Saturday, April 19th
Northern Kentucky Convention Center
Doors open at 5:30PM.
Soror Kim Hull committee chairperson and the scholarship committee
have identified 15 candidates that meet the scholarship award
criteria and are currently conducting interviews. We look forward to
2007/2008 scholarship award winner announcement at the May
general body meeting.
The Financial Fortitude committee chaired by Soror Michelle StoryStewart will share volume-3 of the “Big Bucks” financial fortitude
newsletter answering sorors questions regarding investing in 401k
plans and savings - safe places to stash cash.
The Social Action committee has been working with Queen City
Alumnae to schedule our first political issue awareness form and we
decided to partner with the Community Action Agency (CAA) for
their annual legislative agenda breakfast. The local, state, and
national legislative agendas will be shared during a breakfast on
Friday, May 23rd from 8:30AM-10AM, CAA Jordan’s Crossing. Sorors
will be serving as hostesses and potentially introduce some of the
speakers.
Our second political form is targeted for the August timeframe and
we are currently in need of sorors to help plan the event. If you are
interested please join the next planning call on Tuesday, May 6th,
7PM, conference call #: 641-715-3200 passcode 830698 .
We are also identifying opportunities where the chapters can
become involved in voter registration activities, i.e. Hamilton County
Board of Election Volunteers for community events/festivals,
Community Action Agency, etc. The Black Family Reunion and
Macy’s festivals are two major events that we would like to target.
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First Vice President Report……..continued
Sorors thank you for submitting your program proposals. The program
and fundraising proposals are in a separate packet which details the
program purpose, the 5-point thrust that is addressed, the estimated
revenue/expenses/profit, and proposed budget amount for
2008/2009. Please take a moment to review as we will be voting on
this information at the May 15th sorority meeting.
Thanks again for your support of the program committee!
Yours in Delta
Tina A. Welch
First Vice President
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2008/2009 Program Proposals
Delta Sigma Theta 2008 -- 2009 Program Proposal Summary
PROGRAMS
Committee / Program
Program Description
Target Audience 5-point
Thrust
Proposed Estimated
Budget
Revenue
(Chapter
Contribution)
Estimated
Expenses
Proposed Status
Proceeds ( Approved /
Not Approved)
College Prep Workshop
The College Preparation and Skill Building workshop is Jr. High/High Educational
hosted annually and is free and open to any interested
School
Awareness
student however; will target at risk/ under privileged Students(grades 7minority youth in grades 7-12. Parent/guardians are
12) and/or the
also encouraged to attend. The goal of the workshop is parents/guardians
to educate, develop and equip young students with
relevant skills and resources that will ultimately prepare
them in pursuing higher education.
400.00
800.00
800.00
0.00
Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy
The primary goal of the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta
Girls 11-14 years Educational
Academy is to prepare young ladies for full participation old; primarily within Awareness
as leaders in the 21st Century. To meet this objective, the inner city
the program was designed to offer opportunities for
math, science, leadership, and technology experiences.
Delta Academy meets monthly and uses Learning
Modules, retreats, community service, and Girl Talk
sessions to provide these opportunities for Scholarship,
Sisterhood, Service, and Self-Esteem. Delta Academy
also selectively partners with other community
organizations (e.g. Delta GEMS, iSPACE, Media
Bridges) to develop and deliver the most impactful
programming.
2,500.00
5,950.00
5,950.00
0.00
Delta GEMS
The purpose of Delta GEMS is to act as a continuum
for Delta Academy and to provide a framework to
actualize the dreams of the participants through
performance of specific tasks and development of a
‘can do’ attitude. In order to achieve this, the program
meets at least once a month with the participants
throughout the duration of the sorority year to do
activities surrounding the five major Delta GEMS
components. These meetings include a Fall Retreat
and an Overnight College Retreat in the Spring with
Delta Academy participants.
2,500.00
3,300.00
3,300.00
0.00
Debutante Cotillion
The purpose of the Cotillion is to enhance the personal, Junior & Senior
educational, cultural, social and spiritual development of High School
the Debutantes. The Cotillion leadership program is
Females
designed to provide each Debutante with an opportunity
to: public service, spiritual enrichment, networking, and
college scholarships.
0.00
40,000.00
39,000.00
1,000.00
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Young women Educational
ages 14-18 and/or Awareness
grades 9-12
Educational
Awareness
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2008/2009 Program Proposals
Delta Sigma Theta 2008 -- 2009 Program Proposal Summary
PROGRAMS
Committee / Program
Program Description
Target Audience 5-point
Thrust
Proposed Estimated
Revenue
Budget
(Chapter
Contribution)
Estimated
Expenses
Proposed Status
Proceeds ( Approved /
Not Approved)
500.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
Political
Awareness
300.00
300.00
300.00
0.00
Delta Days at City Hall
Approx 50 CAC Political
The goal is to find ways to partner with the city and
county on social action initiatives that are aligned with and CQC sorors Awareness
sorority’s national programmatic thrust. In addition, the
sorority would share key issues or areas of concerns
that we would like to see addressed by the city and
county leadership as it relates to the sorority’s social
action agenda (local, state, region, or national level).
400.00
1,250.00
1,250.00
0.00
Delta Days at the Nations Capital
To represent the City of Cincinnati at Delta Days. To
gain information about the sorority’s national social
action Initiatives. To caucus with state, regional, and
national members of the social action commission
regarding our local, state, regional and national social
action initiatives.
Political
Awareness
900.00
900.00
900.00
0.00
Saturday Strides
CAC DST Sorors Physical and
The purpose is to increase physical activity among
Mental Health
members of CAD DST and provide an opportunity for
bonding among members of CAD DST outside of
meetings. 9AM Monthly Saturday morning walks/runs
(2nd Saturday) alternating between Ault park & Winton
Woods. One member of the physical & mental health
committee will be present at each Saturday Stride to
note attendees and time walked. Within 10 months
participate as a sorority in three to five 5k events i.e.,
Lady Distance Classic, Reggae Run, Flying pig relay to
name a few examples.
Social Action – Issues Forum
Community
To educate sorors and members of the community
about the 3-major issues (Education, Healthcare, and members of the
Home Ownership) that will impact the 2008 presidential voting ages
race. To provide a non-partisan venue for political
advocates, policy makers, and leaders in these areas to
inform the public about the issues and the presidential
candidates position on the issues in addition to
answering questions by members of the community
regarding the issues. The Forums would be held in the
Aug and October 2008 timeframe.
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2008/2009 Program Proposals
Delta Sigma Theta 2008 -- 2009 Program Proposal Summary
PROGRAMS
Committee / Program
Program Description
Voter registration booth at the Black Family Reunion
BFR
Choraliers
Economic/ Financial Fortitude
Grants
Project ACE
PROGRAMS Sub-total
2007 - 2008
Ongoing activities
Big Sister Big Bucks newsletter and other ongoing
activities
Grant application print and postage
Collegian support
Target Audience 5-point
Thrust
Cincinnati
Political
Community Non Awareness
Registered Voters
CAC DST Sorors
CAC DST Sorors Economic
Awareness
CAC DST Educational
Programs
Awareness
Cincinnati Area Educational
Undergraduate Awareness
DST Chapters
Proposed Estimated
Budget Revenue
(Chapter
Contribution)
Estimated Proposed Status
Expenses Proceeds ( Approved /
Not Approved)
100.00
100.00
100.00
100.00
500.00
$8,400.00
$52,500.00
$51,500.00
$1,000.00
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2008/2009 Program Proposals
Delta Sigma Theta 2008 -- 2009 Program Proposal Summary
FUNDRAISERS
Committee / Program
Ebony Fashion Fair
Program Description
Estimated Proposed Status
Expenses Proceeds ( Approved /
Not Approved)
2,250.00
51,000.00
44,700.00
6,300.00
Economic
Awareness
2,250.00
12,000.00
6,100.00
5,900.00
FUNDRAISERS Sub-total
4,500.00
63,000.00
50,800.00
12,200.00
PROPOSED BUDGET TOTALS
$12,900.00 $115,500.00 $102,300.00 $13,200.00
2007 - 2008
Diverse spread of
25+ age range of
mostly females, but
not limited to. Also
sponsors will be
identified.
The goal is to raise money for the scholarship fund and Corporate
chapter programs
Sponsors and
Golfers in the
Cincinnati Metro
area
Proposed Estimated
Budget Revenue
(Chapter
Contribution)
Economic
Awareness
Scholarship Golf Outing
The Ebony Fashion Fair will provide an additional
source of revenue to the Chapter’s programs while
increasing visibility, partnerships, and exposure to the
Cincinnati community and surrounding areas.
Target Audience 5-point
Thrust
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Second Vice President Report
•Membership Intake Recommendation
In considering the feedback from chapter members it is my
recommendation that we review the feasiblity of proceeding with MIT during the
2008-2009 sorority year.
• It’s that time of year again to recognize our dynamic Sorors for their
contributions to the chapter. Please prepare to complete nomination forms for
the Violet and Fortitude awards. All submissions will need to be received by the
May Sorority meeting (May 15, 2008). Included in your packet are the forms.
Please send all forms to danellecarter2@yahoo.com. The criteria is listed below:
•VIOLET AWARD
•To be eligible for the Violet Award, one must be:
•Nominated by a member of Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter
•Over the age of 50
•An active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority for over twenty years
•A financial member of Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter in the current Sorority year
•Committed to the steadfast support of chapter projects and programs
•A representative of strength, wisdom and commitment to the Delta Nine Cardinal Virtues as
evidenced through her conduct and demeanor
•FORTITUDE AWARD
To be eligible for the Fortitude Award, one must be:
•Nominated by a member of Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter
•A financial member of Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter in the current Sorority year
•Have consistent involvement in a broad spectrum of Chapter projects and programs
•Show commitment to and unsung support of Chapter projects and programs
•Promote sisterhood and unity within the Chapter
•Exemplify Delta’s Nine Cardinal Virtues through her conduct and demeanor
•Demonstrate outstanding leadership of a chapter project or program
•-OR•Be responsible for the conception or initiation of a project or program that fosters Delta’s public service
goals
•-OR•Demonstrate perseverance and unrelenting dedication to a Chapter project or program in spite of
adversities
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Violet Award
Nomination Application
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Name of Nominee:
Nominee’s Address:
Nominee’s Place of Employment:
Nominee’s Work Phone:
Nominee’s Home Phone:
Year’s involved in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority:
Year’s involved in Cincinnati Alumnae
Chapter:
• Does the Nominee know of your Nomination?
Yes_________
No_________
• Please provide a brief explanation of why you
feel this nominee should receive the Delta
Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Cincinnati Alumnae
Chapter Violet Award. Attach a biography if
possible. (Attach additional sheets if
necessary).
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Fortitude Award
Nomination Application
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Name of Nominee:
Nominee’s Address:
Nominee’s Place of Employment:
Nominee’s Work Phone:
Nominee’s Home Phone:
Year’s involved in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority:
Year’s involved in Cincinnati Alumnae
Chapter:
• Does the Nominee know of your Nomination?
Yes_________
No_________
• Please provide a brief explanation of why you
feel this nominee should receive the Delta
Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Cincinnati Alumnae
Chapter Fortitude Award. Attach a
biography if possible. (Attach additional
sheets if necessary).
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Second Vice President Report
Continued
•
If you are celebrating a 25-year or 50-year anniversary in Delta, please notify
me no later than Monday, May 5, 2008.
•
Our National President has issued a National Call to Service and want to
reclaim a minimum of 2008 inactive Sorors by the 49th National Convention.
The Cincinnati Alumnae chapter has already stepped up to the charge.
Sorors please strive to reclaim at least one inactive Soror this year!
Sisterly,
Danelle
2nd Vice President
2007 - 2008
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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter
Third Vice President’s Report – April 2008
Greetings Sorors from the Resources Management
Committee Team. Violets to all for continuing to share
your unique gifts and amazing spirit to accomplish the
work of CACDST. See our April updates below.
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Ways & Means Committee: Soror Lisa Rowell
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Third Annual Golf Outing – May 17, 2008 at Walden Ponds!!
Support by soliciting players and sponsors and donating
goodies for golfers.
Full report from Soror Rowell.
Historian ~ Soror Ebonie Byndon
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Looking for pictures, articles and items of historical interest.
Also seeking committee members.
Contact Ebonie at 513-283-3066 or
ebyndon2003@yahoo.com for more info.
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Journalist ~ Sorors Lynadius Joseph & Camile Woods
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Web Mistress ~Soror LaCosta Moore
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Publicity ~ Soror Cassandra Bolden
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Preparing our Minerva’s Pen Newsletter.
Send submissions for the next edition via e-mail to
informcac@gmail.com or regular mail to Soror Camille
Woods at P.O. Box 19955 Cincinnati, OH 45219. Poems, guest
columns, committee updates, announcements, and photos
are welcomed.
Updating website! Click www.cacdst.org for happenings
Send updates to Soror Mackey at ltmackey@gmail.com
Disseminating information on chapter programs and
accomplishments.
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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter
Third Vice President’s Report cont’d
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Audit ~ Soror Mary Coleman
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Custodian ~ Sorors Sandra Wiggins & Olivia Montgomery
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Chaplain ~ Soror Wanda Owens
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Maintaining our internal controls and financial structure.
Coordinating with Cotillion Committee for 4/19 event.
One day at a time. “Therefore do not worry about
tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things.
Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.” Matthew 6:34
from Come Away My Beloved by Frances J. Roberts
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Dial-a-Delta ~ Sorors Melba Morgan & Pearline Singletary
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Parliamentarian ~ Soror Esther Cash Mills
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Sergeant at Arms ~ Soror Maurine Allen
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Housing Management ~ Soror Glenda Leonard-Wilkinson
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Committee staffed and ready to serve.
Do you know the basic rules?
Professional attire must be worn during meetings.
Coordinating our housing feasibility study.
YID
Soror Vickie D. Fairley
Third Vice President
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Scholarship Committee Report
April 2008
The deadline for the scholarship applications was January 31, 2008. Completed
applications were to be received or postmarked to the Chapter’s P.O. Box 37285
by January 31, 2008. There were a total of 40 applications received for
consideration. Several applications were deemed ineligible due to receiving
scholarship materials past the 1/31deadline; GPA fell below the required 2.75 or
inadequate information was presented in the packet. The committee has
worked very diligently to meticulously review and evaluate all applications using
established guidelines. Applications were scored and ranked in the following
areas, (Academic, Leadership, Community Service, Essay and Letters of
Recommendations) in which 15 scholarship finalists were invited to interview as a
final step in the process. Interviews were conducted Thurs., April 10th and Thurs.
April 17th. Candidates not considered for an interview have been personally
notified via mail correspondence.
The Chapter is prepared to grant three scholarship awards in the amount of
$2,500.00 and a final award in the amount of $2,500 from the Delta Gateway
Foundation. As a result the Scholarship Committee is extremely pleased and
excited about the ability to award $10,000 this year to four very deserving young
scholarship recipients. The four winners will be notified by May 1, 2008 and will
be invited to attend the upcoming golf outing on May 17th as well as the June
Luncheon in order to showcase their accomplishments to our sponsors and
sorors!
Final Data per the December 1st College Preparation Workshop
The expenses and final breakdown of the 120 attendees that attended the
December 1st College Prep Workshop held at the Community Action Agency
from 1-5pm is included per the final report:
Grades 7-9
25
Grades 10-12
45
Parents/Guardians
18
DST CAC Sorors
15
Partners (Ques, NSBE, Queen City)
15
Misc (4th graders)
2
Scholarship Committee: Maurine Allen, Tina Bowen, Ester Cash-Mills, Angela
Cook, Minnie Everette, Reynell Frazier, Celeste Goodloe, Tekeia Howard, Kim Hull
Co- Chair, Gail McCullum, Daniel Pankey, Michelle Rogers, Nikki Taylor, Jackie
Turner, Rhonda Twitty, Deatria Walker
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Committee Observations:
•
We were pleased with the overall attendance and
parental involvement. We projected to have up to 80
attendees and exceeded this participation goal.
•
General and concurrent topic sessions included:
College Essay writing, Interview Techniques, Mock
Interviews, Application Basics, ACT/SAT Test Taking Tips,
Top Ten Careers, FASFA, and collegiate & parent panels.
•
The assistance from our workshop partners: DST Queen
City, the men of Omega Psi Phi and NSBE members was
helpful in the planning for this event and actual
coordination and attention to miscellaneous tasks during
the day.
•
Refreshments/ food was the greatest expense for the day
as copy cost were minimal while most presenters brought
copies of their presentations. In addition, several sorors
made donations to mitigate expenses.
•
Workshop evaluations were very favorable and there
were very few recommendations for improvement. Of
those participants, who completed evaluations, 100% of
the attendees indicated they would recommend this
workshop to others.
•
Many thanks to each and every soror and particularly
the scholarship committee members who assisted in
many ways as we prepared for this year’s workshop.
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Scholarship Dec.1st College Prep Workshop
Scholarship
FINAL EXPENSE REPORT Committee:
Date: April 2008
I.
REVENUE
Grants/ (donations)
$200.00
$202.11
B.
Sorority Contribution
$210.00
$76.52
C.
General Income
$
$
$410.00
$278.63
EXPENSES
A.
Accommodations (e.g. facilities,
$150.00
$50.00
B.
Communications (e.g. printing,
$25.00
$0.00
C.
Visual Documentation (e.g.
$
$
D.
Entertainment (e.g. musicians, D.J.,
$
$
E.
Facility Décor (e.g. decorations, table
$
$
F.
Food Service (e.g. refreshments,
$200.00
$193.63
G.
Gratuities (e.g. souvenirs, door prizes,
$
$
H.
Special Recognition (e.g. awards,
$35.00
$35.00
I.
Transportation (e.g. buses, airfare)
$
$
J.
Miscellaneous (activity supplies)
$
$
$410.00
$278.63
$410.00
$278.63
$410.00
$278.63
Gross Proceeds
$0.00
$0.00
Sorority Contribution Item B (MINUS)
$210.00
$76.52
$0.00
$0.00
location)
publicity, postage, paper)
photography, video)
speakers, performers)
centerpieces)
catering)
gifts)
plagues, presentations)
TOTAL
III.
Actual
A.
TOTAL
II.
Planned
SUMMARY
REVENUE Item I
EXPENSES Item II
(MINUS)
TOTAL PROCEEDS
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Ebony Fashion Fair Report
April 19, 2008
Greetings Sorors! We are off and running, making plans to bring
another spectacular presentation of the 51st anniversary Ebony
Fashion Fair! Thank you again for all of your wonderful sisterly support
that made our hosting a true success in 2007. This year’s event will
take place on Friday, October 31 at the Duke Energy Center in
downtown Cincinnati.
•We have another opportunity to make a great impression on the
city of Cincinnati and surrounding areas. Calling all Deltas to gather
up your guests and put your lists together so that we can make this a
sellout event! Invite your family, friends, other organization affiliates,
coworkers, church members, hair salons, manicurist, etc. for support
of this Chapter event. It takes a whole chapter to make this the true
success it can be. Let’s showcase our chapter to the city of
Cincinnati and surrounding areas. Tickets are $75 (VIP
reception/6:00pm & show), $50 Show only (8:00pm), and $25 for
students (21 and under with valid school ID). Each ticket includes a
one year subscription to Ebony or 6 month subscription to Jet, plus a
chance to win great prizes! Ebony will give to the highest ticket seller
special recognition and a chance to win an all expense paid trip for
you and a guest to a U.S. city of your choice, once the tour
concludes in 2009.
Also, as a very special bonus, we are offering to pay local dues for
the top ticket seller in our chapter!! The second ($50) and third ($25)
place winners will receive DELTA DOLLARS. WOW!!
Sorors, this is exciting! Thank you in advance for your support. For
questions, feel free to call 258-3799 or charmac10@yahoo.com
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Ebony Fashion Fair Report ….continued
Submitted in Sisterhood,
Charlotte McKenzie, Chair
Committee Members:
Aisha Abernathy
Tekeia Auster Howard
Cassandra Bolden
Tina Bowen
Marena Brown
Kyndal Burton
Danelle Carter
Veronica Chapman
Marviette Dale
Gayle DeBrossard
Shawnda DeRamus
Vickie Fairley
Stacey Fulgham
Margaret Horton
Kim Hull
Katelyn Jackson
Carmen Jett
Crystal Kendrick
Edna Keown
Jennifer Lewis Thornton
LaCosta Moore
Gail McCullom
Malinda McReynolds
Julia Montier Ball
Nancy Moody
Jovan Moore
Melba Morgan
Wanda Owens
Donna Pickard
Lisa Rowell
Vanessa Sams
Candie Simmons
Karla Stewart-Tyson
Michelle Story-Stewart
Jackie Turner
Tina Welch
Ligaya West
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Ways and Means/Golf Outing Report
April 19, 2008
The date is May 17, 2008 at Walden Ponds Golf
Course with a 1:00 shot gun start. This year we will
start on TIME. We ask Sorors to bring items from their
companies to the next meeting for our goody bags
for golfers. We also ask Sorors to begin recruiting
golfers to play.
Food will be provided by The Dukesters Restaurant.
Our next meeting will be held Tuesday, April 22, 2007
at 6:30 pm at Donatos in Tri-County on Kemper Road.
Contact Soror Lisa Rowell at (513) 260-3323 or e-mail
at lrowell@current.net.
Respectfully Submitted:
Soror Lisa Rowell, Ways and Means Chair
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Delta Academy – April 2008 Committee Report
We have been busy pursuing more
Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood and SelfEsteem! This report summarizes the key
activities of Delta Academy for Winter 2008.
Learning Module 2
We completed our second Learning
Module – iSPACE – Robotics. Over three
sessions, participants had to build and
program robots to successfully complete
certain tasks.
•January 12th
– Speaker – Bev Ketron, iSPACE Ohio
– Attendance – 32 DA attendees, 6 Sorors
•February 9th
– Speaker – Isaac Higgins, Computer
Programming Consultant
– Attendance – 32 DA attendees, 5 Sorors
•March 8th
– cancelled due to weather
•April 5th
– Speaker – Soror Dorcedar Glover, GE
Aviation
– Attendance – 25 DA attendees, 6 Sorors
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Delta Academy – April 2008 Committee Report…
continued
Other Activities
National Nominations – made submissions for the Presidential
Delta Academy (Jahmila Pettis) and Exemplary Delta
Academy programs. Done!
College Retreat (w/Delta GEMS) – this weekend! April 19-20.
Community Service Event – The Great American Cleanup.
April 26, 9AM – 12noon, meet at the Corryville Recreation
Center.
Learning Module 3 – Lights! Camera! Action! We officially
started this learning module in April and it will continue
through June. Partnering with Media Bridges, we developed
a course in which DA participants will write, film, and edit
short videos on socially relevant topics. Projects may be
televised on cable access!
Violets
To the Delta Academy Committee - Sorors Marena Brown,
Candice Higgins, Chanda Higgins, Michelle Rogers, and
Carmen Jett. We are having a stellar year!
Also, many thanks to everyone who has supported Delta
Academy’s program and activities – Dorcedar Glover,
Jennifer Lewis-Thornton, Rhonda Twitty, Yvonne Coursey,
Maurine Allen, and Krystal Hardy.
Respectfully submitted,
Marena Brown and Candice Higgins
2007-2008 Delta Academy Chairs
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