They Stood Alone - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

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2007 Torch Awardees are:• Hermene Hartman (Founder and President– N’DIGO Foundation) – Torch for JournalismWarren• Warren Ballentine (Attorney) – Torch for Justice• Terisa Griffin (Vocalist) – Torch for Fine Arts• Dr. Elton X. Tinsley (Specializes in Plastic andCosmetic Surgery) – Torch for Medicine• Hubert Jackson (Educator) – Torch for Youth• Annette Gurley (Administrator-Chicago PublicSchools) – Torch for Education/Secondary• Stephanie Dunn (Administrator – Chicago PublicSchools) – Torch for Elementary• Tio Hardiman (Community Activist to ReduceViolence) – Torch for Peace• W. Bill Williams (VP Diversity Sales – ChicagoConvention & Visitors Bureau) – Torch forBusiness• Clarence N. Wood (President/CEO Jane AddamsHull House) – Torch for Community Service• Carolyn Palmer (Retiring Principal, SpencerSchool) – Torch for Lifetime AchievementA special monetary presentation was made toDelta Sigma Rhoers who graduated. Rhoer graduateswere Arian Arlie (North Park University, Chicago), KiaBenion (Georgia Tech, Atlanta), Erica Pickett (NorthernIllinois University) and Elana Wroten (Chicago StateUniversity).Terisa Griffin, an awardee, provided entertainmentfor the 300 gathered. The evening ended with adessert reception and fellowship with friends andmembers of other area chapters.Chairman Dew applauded the work done by hercommittee and thanked all attendees for their supportof this Rhomania Torch Award Presentation.Eta Chi SigmaLas Vegas, NevadaIn Motion with the Mission of SigmaThe elegant ladies of Eta Chi Sigma continuethe dynasty of sisterhood of Sigma Gamma RhoSorority, Inc. and have displayed true dedication andcommitment this sorority year.Congratulations go to Soror Arcola Staffordand Vivian Jackson who joined the legacy of lifemembership.In honor of Sigma Week, the chapter hosted itsFirst Annual Sigma Tea. More than 25 women fromthe community attended the tea, which includedundergraduates, sorors who will be reactivating, andprospective candidates for the graduate chapter.In addition, sorors attended church services atMountaintop Faith Ministries.Sorors were proud to host the 55th regionalconference. They worked very hard to make it amemorable occasion for all. During the conference,the chapter collaborated with Green Valley HighSchool, the local community and members of theregion to collect a total of 175 pairs of shoes andtotal of $2500 in donations for Soles for Little Souls.Ms. Punam Mathur, Vice President of Communityand Diversity Affairs for MGM Mirage Resorts, wasthe public meeting keynote speaker and matchedthe donation about for a total of $5000. The totaldonation was given to Shade Tree Shelter, a localshelter for women and children.The chapter also worked very hard to fulfill themission of “Greater Service, Greater Progress.” Sororsvolunteered for two annual community serviceevents. Members braved the wind to volunteer for theannual Aide for AIDS in Nevada AIDS Walk. Membershelped register participating runner and walkers. Inaddition, members of Eta Chi Sigma, undergraduates,family, and friends volunteered for the annual KomenBreast Cancer Walk. The Sigma team not only walkedthe 5k race, but they were able to generate over $600in donations.Contact: Renee McConey, EpistoleusEta Nu SigmaThe chapter welcomed new inductees - ElisaCapters, Thandi Edwards, Charlotte Perry and ShelleyPinks to their growing membership. The chapter alsohosted its annual Golden Mother’s Day ScholarshipJazz Brunch at the Yale Club in Times Square,NYC. Among the chapter’s honorees was MoniqueGreenwood, former Editor-in-Chief of Essence, whowas honored as Mother of the Year. Maria Martinez,New York City representative of Pretty Amazing, was64
honored for her contribution to women in domesticviolence shelters. The chapter’s very own RhoerCoordinator, Nashira Washington was honored asSoror of the Year for work she has done to guide theRhoer Club. The chapter awarded three graduatinghigh school seniors with scholarships in the amountof $500, $750 and $1000.The members focused on providing service tothe communities of Brooklyn and Queens. Chaptersorors and rhoers were on hand at the Mary McLeodBethune School for New York Cares, the city’s annualvolunteer initiative in its schools. The chapter hasalso begun collecting new and gently used toiletriesthrough its partnership with Pretty Amazing. Theitems will be donated to women in domestic violenceshelters throughout the sorority year.Young women throughout New York City’s collegesare actively seeking membership into our sororityto continue the legacy of our illustrious sisterhoodon their campuses. Dozens of women at BrooklynCollege and Queens College were excited by thechapter’s attendance at their respective NPHC paneldiscussion and open house.Eta Nu Sigma helped to welcome sorors from NewYork and out of state for its annual Founders’ Day partyat Fashion 40 Lounge in Times Square, NYC. Hundredsof people joined in celebrating the sorority’s 85 yearsof sisterhood, scholarship and service. Members ofthe NPHC also joined in celebrating the legacy of thatour Seven Pearls beganEta Omicron SigmaWaldorf, MarylandSouthern Maryland Sorors Striving TowardsSuccessSince the chapter’s reactivation a year ago, theladies of Eta Omicron Sigma have been diligentlyworking within the community. The chapter membersparticipated in the annual Susan G. Komen BreastCancer Walk. In support of the troops, the chapteronce again participated in Operation Care Packageat Fort Belvoir Army Post in Northern Virginia. Asalways, a Sigma’s work is never done as the ladieswent on to host a booth at the Juneteenth Festivalheld at Westlake High School in Waldorf, Maryland.The festival highlighted everything from retired NegroLeague players to Zydeco dancers. The sorors sparkedan interest amongst the crowd with their display ofthe chapter’s memorabilia. If anyone was hungrythey could have found the chapter at Chick-Fil-Aholding a fundraiser. The ladies were striking at theSister II Sister Sorority Luncheon held at The Camelotin Upper Marlboro in which the chapter’s basileus,Rebecca Hatcher sat on the planning committee forthis event. In the midst of all of the happenings withinthe chapter, the chapter members were not to busyto partake in two Sigma professional developmentworkshops which enhanced the current knowledgeof organizational procedures. For a true Sigma womanknows that knowledge is power and encourages it.The sisters of Eta Omicron Sigma are on the movewith more upcoming events that will leave a mark ofsuccess in the communities in Southern Maryland.Contact: Soror Jasmine Hillyer, EpistoleusEta Xi SigmaOak Lawn, IllinoisScholarship Recipients Given Pearls of WisdomThe gracious ladies of Eta Xi Sigma AlumnaeChapter hosted a standing room only Pre-Mother’sDay luncheon and Fashion show scholarshipfundraiser. This annual event has become a goldenopportunity for sorors, invited guests and scholarshiprecipients to unite in celebration of achievementin education, motherhood and sisterhood. JasmenMickey (Eta Xi Sigma Rhoer) and LaSheda Wallace(Eta Xi Sigma Rhoer) were two of seven recipientswho were awarded $1000 scholarships at the event.A special yellow rose tribute honored all the mothersin attendance and the audience enjoyed a rousingfashion show and lively entertainment.The scholarship recipients and their parentsparticipated in a summer “Pearls of Wisdom”orientation workshop presented by the scholarshipcommittee led by Soror Irma Dobbins. The goal of theworkshop was to prepare the students for a successfultransition to their first year of college and beyond, bypromoting positive changes in their attitude andbehavior. The second goal of the workshop was toprovide parents with useful information that willassist them in their continuing roles as mentor, guideWinter/Spring 2008 • The Aurora 65
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