Soror Kelly Price - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

40Delta SigmaChicago, IllinoisStarting the Year Anew, Bonding with SororsDelta Sigma started the year with a weekendfilled with fun, education and training at the chapterretreat. On Friday, chapter members enjoyed anevening of food, games and fun. They participatedin a pajama party, sang songs, and shared stories toupdate sorors on their summer. Saturday includeda full day of workshops that were designed tohelp members become more acquainted withsorority protocol and to help build unity withinthe chapter. Workshops on the agenda included:“True Colors-Team Building; Valuing Differences;Creating Unity,” “Recruiting a Sigma Woman-Whatis the Sigma Image?,” “Protocol: What is it? – Howdoes it affect me?,” “Conflict Resolution-Is it Good orBad?,” “Preparing for Leadership-Tips for Members,”“Chapter Communication-How can I stay informed,”and “Parliamentary Procedure-Having Your Say.”To start the sorority year in Chicago, chaptermembers participated in a civic activity. Delta Sigmarepresented with an abundance of blue and gold atThe 23rd Annual Chicago United Negro College Fund(UNCF) Walk, Run, Bike, and Skate –a-thon. Sororsthat came out bright and early to set up the tent for thisevent included Kirsten Alley, Civic Chairperson; BonitaHerring, Basileus; and Michelle Neal, Parliamentarian.Members of the chapter walked the distance toraise money for the organization whose motto is“A mind is a terrible thing to waste.” The chapter’sparticipation in this event is an effort to continue thevision of our Founders-a focus on education, serviceand progress.Contact: Jameelah Morgan, EpistoleusEpsilon Lambda SigmaCincinnati, OhioSigma’s Torch Shines Throughout CincinnatiSorors of Epsilon Lambda Sigma kicked off theyear cruising the Ohio River for a good cause.Epsilon Lambda Sigma, along with Phi Beta SigmaFraternity, Inc., hosted “The Midnight Voyage” at B& BRiverboats in nearby Newport, Kentucky. A portion ofthe event’s proceeds benefit Operation Big Bookbagand other area youth programs. Of the 216 guests inattendance, 124 were sorors.September marked the third year for EpsilonLambda Sigma and the Cincinnati African AmericanFirefighters (CAFA) Operation Big Book Bagcollaboration to benefit Parham Elementary Schooland the Families Forward program. Items such asbook bags, notebooks, pencils and pens were handdeliveredto the school to children eagerly waiting touse them.Congratulations goes out to the Cincinnati GradStep Team as they pummeled their competition,taking 1st place in step shows at the University ofCincinnati and Wilberforce University and 2nd placeat Central State University. They collected over $2,000in prize money in a week’s time and representedSigma well in their tribute to the Founders.November not only marked 84 years of “GreaterService, Greater Progress,” but the E. Kathleen CookeUnsung Heroine Scholarship Luncheon as well. Theweekend started with a Meet and Greet and endedwith a rededication ceremony on the evening ofNovember 11. This annual tribute recognized andhonored 8 area women and their commitment toserving the people of Greater Cincinnati, upholdingour beloved motto “Greater Service, Greater Progress.”Soror Loveless was the speaker of the day and theevent was supported by sorors throughout Ohio andKentucky. Soror Mother Love also participated in thecelebration. Sorors also supported undergraduatechapters Nu Gamma and Pi Upsilon in their honoringof Founders’ Day.Contact: Charmaine J. Davis, Epistoleus