Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Gamma Sigma Omega

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
Gamma Sigma Omega Chapter Meeting
10:00 AM, Saturday, February 08, 2014
Aaron L. Buschbaum Learning Center
Soror Tarangula B. Scott, Presiding
Call to order: 10:03 AM
Hymn/Pledge: yes
Prayer/Meditation: Soror Henrietta Gray: Theme: “Love” 1st Corinthians 13
Adoption of Agenda: Add M.A.R.T.H.A./Precious Gem: Soror Terri Lewis to Unfinished business. It was
moved by Soror Hope Johnson and seconded that we adopt the agenda with the addition.
Adoption of Minutes: It was moved by Soror Virginia Parham that we accept the minutes as printed.
Epistoleus: Soror Michelle Mincey-Gwyn – written: Thank you letter from Soror Lolita Hickman and
Trinity Baptist Church for her installation as pastor, her 1st anniversary, and first Church anniversary.
Basileus: Soror Tarangula Scott: written - Chapter pictures will be available for a nominal fee. South
Atlantic Regional White blazers will be shipped starting February 24. Sorors were asked to please check
the roster for correct email addresses.
Hodegos: Soror Tara Scott-Brown: Written: Recognized February Birthdays. Visiting Sorors - Sorors
Sharee Franklin, Ellen Evans and Deborah Hagins. Please contact Sorors Tara Brown and Nicole Williams
for items that need to be retrieved from the storage unit.
Pecunioius Grammateus: Soror Shelia Hutcherson: written: Highlighted Life membership amount.
Soror had funds in savings.
Tamiouchos: Soror Emma Conyers:
Operation
Bank Balance (12/31/2013)
Deposits
Disbursements
Outstanding Checks
Balance (01/30/2014)
Program
Balance (12/31/2013)
Bank Transfer error (deposit)
Disbursements
Outstanding checks
Balance (01//30/2014)
$47,032.98
4,251.91
8,271.40
2,653.00
$40,360.49
$1,168.54
85.00
617.23
85.00
$ 551.31
Five Star Savings
Bank Balance (12/31/2013)
$2,705.79
Deposit
458.00
Withdrawal
521.00
Balance
(01/30/2014)
$2,642.79
Gamma Sigma Omega financial books are ready to be turned over to the Audit chairman today.
Program: Soror Renee Grant: written – Highlighted “Pink Goes Red” and “MLK Day of
Service”. Georgia Power has asked GSO to participate in the planning of the next day of service.
EAF: Soror Charlene Jones: Each Soror was asked to give an amount equal to or more than her
shoe size for EAF. Additional collection of funds and the drawings will take place at the March
meeting.
Membership: Soror Clemontine Washington: written - Distributed brochure to visiting and
reactivated sorors. Valentine Kisses are compliments of the Membership Committee. The
membership committee recommends that Gamma Sigma Omega consider Membership Intake. It
was moved by Soror Clemontine Washington and seconded that we accept the recommendation
from the Membership Committee to consider Membership Intake for the year 2014. The
Committee will meet and follow the guidelines in the Intake Manual to determine if the chapter
qualifies. Sorors were asked to review the guidelines in our By-laws.
Connections: Soror Monifa Johnson – written. Please see Soror Monifa Johnson for more
information.
Graduate Advisory – Soror Audrey Singleton: Sigma Tau: Applied for the “Pearl of Power”
Regional Award. Gamma Sigma Omega is invited to dinner on Sunday, February 16, 2014 with
Soror Tina Gaye-Bernie Bernard. Armstrong Atlantic State University will pick up the tab.
Gamma Upsilon- Soror Tarangula Scott – Soror Marsha Lewis Brown will return Gamma
Upsilon to active status.
Public Relations: Soror Terri Lewis - written -Asked for assistance with writing and editing
articles. Looking for media contact to help with distribution. Please present information three
weeks in advance.
2014 South Atlantic Regional Conference: Soror Tarangula Scott - Gamma Sigma Omega’s
delegate strength is seven. 83 members paid their dues as of January 31, 2014.
Delegates: Sorors Tarangula Barnes, Renee Grant, Audrey Singleton and Tara Scott-Brown.
The following Sorors were nominated: Sorors Henrietta Gray, Hope Johnson and Tamika Minor
Wright. It was moved by Soror Vanessa Kaigler and seconded that we close on the three names.
The following Sorors were nominated to serve as alternates: Sorors Terri Lewis and Nicole
Fields. It was moved by Soror Vanessa Kaigler and seconded that we close on the two names.
Sorors who signed up to work on the South Atlantic Regional Conference committees names will
be submitted tomorrow. Soror Tarangula Scott reminded sorors of the deadline to register for the
South Atlantic Regional Conference.
Timeless History: Soror Emma Conyers. Order is ready to be sent off for the book. Awaiting
payment from Sorors.
Founders’ Day: Soror Taqwaa Saleem: Founders’ Day is February 22, 2014 at 11:30 AM.
Attire: Uninterrupted white. No pants. Golden Sorors will be spotlighted. We will wear chapter
corsages. Directions will be emailed.
Awards: Soror Audrey Singleton: We do not need to vote for Founders’ Day awards. There
were no ties. Regional Awards – Applications must be postmarked by February 14, 2014.
Please inform Soror Audrey Singleton if you are applying for an award because she needs to
mail an entrance fee.
Greenbriar Anniversary Celebration: We received a letter requesting Gamma Sigma Omega
to serve on committees for the anniversary. An Email will be sent for sorors to sign up to work
on committees.
Unfinished Business: Soror Terri Lewis – Precious Gems - Gave an update on Precious Gems
activities. Career Fair will be held today after chapter meeting. Names of Precious Gems, Team
Captains along with team members were read. Various suggestions for generating funds were
presented. i.e. write your check, sell dinners, ads and patrons, etc.
New Business: none
Philacter: Soror Melinda Miller: Congratulations to Soror Patricia Clark on her retirement from
the Georgia State Department of Revenue. Please see Sorors LaTonya Moore or Margaret Anne
Pearson to sign up for Relay for Life. Attendance: GSO 56 – 3 visiting sorors. $180 was
donated to Beach High School by sorors who are alumnae. Three new life memberships have
been submitted: Sorors Ivy Richardson, Vanessa Kaigler, and Renee McCollough. We have two
Silver Stars: Sorors Melinda Miller and Cheryl Davenport.
Adjourned at 11:37 AM.
Soror Mary Coleman, Grammateus
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Gamma Sigma Omega Chapter
Savannah, Georgia
Officer: Epistoleus Report
Executive Meeting: X
Regular Meeting: X
Announcement_____
Report: X
Date: March 8, 2014
The following correspondence(s) were received:
Thank You Card(s):
From Chairman Al & Soror Diann Scott
Other Cards:
None
Invitations:
None
Announcements:
From candidates who are seeking election for the South Atlantic Regional Director’s
position:
Soror Shelia D. McMillan
Soror Sarah R. Simmons
Soror Sharon Brown Harriott
Special Requests:
None
Soror Michelle Mincey-Gwyn
Epistoleus
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY INC.
GAMMA SIGMA OMEGA CHAPTER
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA
Officer: Basileus
Executive Meeting: _____
Announcement: _____X__
Regular Meeting: ___X__ Date: _March 8, 2014
Report: ___X___
Recommendation: ______
As the official representative of our chapter, the following activities were completed:
 February 13 – Phone conference with Soror Tara Scott-Brown re: Reinstatement of Gamma
Upsilon
 February 16 –Attended Reinstatement meeting for Gamma Upsilon
 February 22 – Attended the Tri-Chapter Founders’ Day Luncheon in Midway, GA.
 March 1 – Attended the Gamma Upsilon Chapter Operations workshop
 March 2 – Attended Gamma Upsilon’s chapter meeting
 March 5 – Attended the Keep Savannah Beautiful, Inc. and the City of Savannah Volunteer
Appreciation Program
Kudos/Congratulations:
 Congratulations to the 2014 Silver Stars: Soror Melinda Pippen-Miller and Soror Cheryl Dozier
Davenport
 Congratulations to Soror Mary Coleman on winning the Countess Cox Sisterhood Award!
Upcoming Events:
 SARC Registration closes March 7
 April 2-6: South Atlantic Regional Conference, Jacksonville, FL
 April Sorority meeting: Joint meeting hosted by Sigma Tau Chapter.
Operational Pointers:
 Please remember that the Basileus is an ex-officio member of all committees; therefore, please
inform the Basileus of all committee meetings/conference calls at least 48 hours in advance.
 Sorors please remember that all officer/committee reports are required to be presented to the
Executive Committee for discussion and/or approval before being presented to the body;
therefore, following policies and protocol, I can no longer add you to the agenda at sorority
meeting. If you have any questions and/or concerns, please let me know.
 Please inform the Basileus and the Hodegos, Soror Tara Scott-Brown, of any sorors who
experience a loss, become ill or are otherwise in need of our sisterly support and love.
Submitted by,
Soror Tarangula B. Scott
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.
GAMMA SIGMA OMEGA CHAPTER
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA
Officer: Hodegos
Executive Meeting __X__ Chapter Meeting __X__ Submitted: March 8, 2014
Chapter courtesies (cards) were extended to:
Soror Diann Scott for the loss of her Mother-in-Law
Soror Clemontine Washington for Day Surgery
Chapter Courtesies (gift cards) were extended to: none
Chapter Courtesies (flowers) were extended to: Soror Bette Milledge who was hospitalized
Ivy Beyond The Wall Ceremony: none
Kudos to the Sorors who served on our February Sisterly Chefs Team.
Below are the Sorors who are the designated Sisterly Chefs for the March & April meetings.
The captain/organizer is the first name listed for the month. Please remember that each group
has been allocated $90.00. Any amount over should be divided between the group members.
March
Queen Barnes
LaVertta Perry
Lakecia Bryant
Annie Mahone
Albertha Collier
Jessie Collier Deloach
Ethel Hunter
Eleanor Murdock
Cheryl Dozier
Sheila Hutcherson
April (Joint Meeting)
Audrey Singleton
Jacquelyn Gilbert Grant
Ethel Hunter
Lolita Hickman
Janice Bryant
Eleanor Ginn
Lydia Young
LaKyah Hatcher
Elza Givens
Lucille Brown
Submitted by,
Soror Tara Scott-Brown, Hodegos
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.
GAMMA SIGMA OMEGA CHAPTER
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA
Committee: Program Executive Meeting ___ Regular Meeting _X___ Date: March 8, 2013
Announcement____________ Report ____X______ Recommendations ___X___
Overall Program Highlights
 Soror Manitia Moultrie , South Atlantic Region Representative for the International
Program Committee will submit our “MLK Day of Service” pictures and narrative to the
Ivy Leaf.
 The program committee will submit four scrapbooks for the Regional Program Awards.
 GSO Program committed presented an overview of Alpha Kappa Alpha Program to the
sorors of Gamma Upsilon on March 1, 2014
 Keep Savannah Beautiful invited the Chapter to attend the “Keep Savannah Beautiful”
Appreciation Banquet on March 4, 2014 at 5:30pm.
Gamma Sigma Omega Chapter Update
I. Emerging Young Leaders Initiative –
1. The EYL members attended the Grand Festival Day on Saturday, February 8, 2014, at the Civic
Center.
2. The Emerging Young Leaders and Precious Gems participated a Career Fair on February 8 , 2014.
3. The EYL members will meet following our chapter meeting at the West Broad YMCA. Theme is
"Why is Community Service Important” and the guest speaker is Lady Mahogany.
II. Health Initiative- the chairpersons are LaTanya Thompson and Lorna Jackson.
1. On Friday, February 7, 2014 the Sorors hosted the “Pink Goes Red” event at the West
Broad YMCA.
The following Sorors were present:
Julie Jackson
Charlene Jones
Dorothy Wilson
Renee Grant
Tarangula Barnes
Sheila Hutcherson
Albertha Collier
Virginia Parham
Connie Cooper
Tara Scott-Brown
Mary Coleman
Maxine Jackson
Denise Cooper
Henrietta Gray
Queen Barnes
Dorothy Speed
Terri Lewis
Margaret Pearson
Alvernia Jackson
Joyce Dingle
Emma Preer
Latanya Thompson Moore
Our Guest were:
Soror Debbie Hagins
Soror Sheray Franklin
Toby English
Melvin Nesbitt
Melinda Bentley
2. The chapter will participate as a vender on Friday, April 11th for the Amerigroup Health Fair.
Asthma Awareness and Diabetics information will be distributed.
3. March is “Kidney Awareness Month” and “Colorectal Cancer Month”.
4. American Diabetes Alert Day is March 24th.
5. American Cancer Society “Relay for Life” will be held in May. Please see Soror Latanya, Soror Lorna
or Soror Margaret for more details.
III. Economic Security Initiative – the chairperson is Denise Cooper.
1. Our chapter will partner with EOA Savannah and City of Savannah to present a Housing Fair.
The first meeting was held on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at 10:00am. Soror Renee and
Soror Terri attended the meeting. The next planning meeting will be held on March 11, 2014
at 10:00am.
2. There will be a “Balance your checkbook workshop” at the March Sorority Meeting for
“America Saves Back”.
IV. Social Justice and Human Rights Initiative – the chairperson is Clemontine Washington.
The March 6th “TakeBack the Night Walk” event in observance of Women
Empowerment Month will be rescheduled.
V.
Global Poverty Initiative – the chairpersons are Taqwaa Saleem and Terri Lewis.
1. National Canned Food Month – On February 8, 2014 Gamma Sigma Omega, Alpha Kappa
Alpha Sorority donated non perishable food to “Blessings in a Book Bag” as part of the Global
Poverty initiative. These items were donated during the February Meeting.
Blessings In A Book Bag Inc. is a non profit organization based out of Savannah, GA at Bartow
Elementary that assist over 50 children and their families every Friday with a bag filled with non
perishable food to sustain them over the weekend. Blessing In A Book Bag Inc. is designed to
feed elementary school children on the weekends whose families qualify for the Free & Reduced
Meal Plan and have little or no food to eat on the weekends. Better test scores, improved reading
skills, positive behavior, improved health and increased attendance have all been attributed to the
success of this program. It costs $80 to feed one American school child in our program for an
entire 38-week school year. The Global Poverty Committee wishes to thank those Sorors who
generously donated to Blessing In A Book Bag Inc.
Elearnor Murdock
Taqwaa Saleem
Dorothy Wilson
Margaret Pearson
Wanda Williams
Terri Lewis
Jessie Collier Deloach
Latanya Thompson Moore
LaKiyah Hatcher
Maxine Jackson
Vedelle Williams
Tamika M. Wright
Lakechia Bryant
Tarangula Scott
Vanessa Kaigler
Dorothy Speed
Eleanor Ginn
Joyce Dingle
Charlene Jones
Tara Scott-Brown
Virigina Parham
Mary Coleman
Renee Grant
The Old Savannah City Mission is a local 501 (c)(3) funded by people who care about the less fortunate
and demonstrate it by giving of their time, talent and treasure. The Old Savannah City Mission works
with a bare-bone Staff of seven employees. These dedicated servants work with hundreds of volunteers to
deliver services to our community most vulnerable and needy citizens in a highly cost effective way. The
Old Savannah Mission is located on 2414 Bull Street. The Global Poverty Committee wishes to thank
those Sorors who volunteered to participate at the Old Savannah City Mission. On March 3rd , the
following Sorors participated Terri Lewis, Renee Grant, Mary C. Coleman, Virginia M. Parham, Charlene
E. Jones, Audrey B. Singleton, Joyce Dingle, Sharon Savage-Watson from Gamma Sigma Omega
Chapter and Christian Upkins, Samecia Smith, Erika Moultrie, and Lanea Dunn from Sigma Tau. They
served 68 and women meals on March 3, 2014. Gamma Sigma Omega and Sigma Tau chapters
volunteer to serve meals at the Old Savannah City Mission the first Monday of each month. The next
event will be held on Monday, April 7, 2014.
2. Proposal for Heifer International Fundraiser.
Don’t forget to have your Smart buck validated at each GSO Program event that you attend. At
the end of year, the Soror who attended the most GSO Program events will win a prize.
Submitted by
Soror Renee Grant
Anti-Basileus
Gamma Sigma Omega Chapter Fundraiser
Mini Ipad 32GB Raffle Proposal
Proceeds will be donated to Heifer International
Event: Fundraiser for Heifer International – Mini Ipad 32GB Raffle
Proposed Dates: April – June 2014 or Fall 2014
Proposal: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Gamma Sigma Omega Chapter, Global Poverty
Committee is seeking approval for a fundraising event from April to June 2014 or Fall 2014 for
the sole purpose of donating the proceeds to Heifer International.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority selected Heifer International as one of its charities of choice
during the term of International President, Carolyn House Stewart. Supporting the platform of
"Global Leadership Through Timeless Service" Stewart rallied AKA's 260,000 members in the
effort to raise awareness of and funds for the work of Heifer International in Kenya and
Ecuador.
Heifer International is a global nonprofit with a proven solution to ending hunger and
poverty in a sustainable way. Heifer helps empower millions of families to lift them out of
poverty and hunger to self-reliance through gifts of livestock, seeds and trees and extensive
training, which provide a multiplying source of food and income.
Proposed Estimated Budget:
INCOME
Budget
Mini Ipad 32 GB Raffle Tickets
Donations
$2,000.00
$50.00
INCOME TOTAL
$2,050.00
EXPENSE
Mini Ipad 32 GB
Printed Tickets
Miscellaneous
($400.00)
($100.00)
($50.00)

EXPENSE TOTAL
($550.00)


 Income figures:
 IPAD Mini raffle figure is based on a donation of $10 per ticket for 200 tickets.
 Donations are any additional income.
Expense figures:
 All expense figures are based on the estimated costs of:
o Mini IPad 32GB - $339.00 - 399.99 plus taxes;
o 200 printed tickets with perforated tabs; &
o Miscellaneous - i.e. office supplies, additional printing.
Proposed Plan:
Tickets will be provided at the April 2014 meeting for donations. The Basileus, Program Chair,
and Global Poverty Committee members (8 Sorors) will be given at least 10 raffle tickets for the
Mini Ipad. We will also ask other Sorors to assist us with the sale of the tickets. Additional
tickets will be provided upon request. The goal is to sell at least 200 tickets.
Heifer International charity will be highlighted throughout this fundraising effort.
Submitted by Global Poverty Committee
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.
GAMMA SIGMA OMEGA CHAPTER
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA
Officer: _____Monifa Johnson___________
Committee: __Connections_______
Executive Meeting: __ ___
Regular Meeting: _X___
Date: ___3/8/14__
Announcement: ______ Report: _____
Recommendation: ___X__
There are 14,664 unregistered voters in
Chatham County (based on NAACP Voter Action Network System)
The Connections Committee would like to challenge each member organization of the
local Pan-Hellenic Council to match our goal of registering 200 new voters between now
and the General Election. The voter registration deadline is October 6, 2014, for the
General Election on November 4, 2014. Voter registration activities would be
coordinated with the Savannah Branch NAACP.
If you are interested in participating see Soror Monifa Johnson. Training for voter
registration and absentee ballot are available at the Board of Registrars, (912) 7901520.
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.
GAMMA SIGMA OMEGA CHAPTER
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA
Committee: Protocol
Executive Meeting: ___X__
Regular Meeting: _______
Date: ___3/8/2014____
Announcement: __X_
Report: __X__Recommendation: _______
Protocol Points to Remember
Business Meetings
 Remove the words “love and” from the introduction. The correct saying is “To Madam
Basileus and all others who serve Alpha Kappa Alpha, Good Morning…”
 This greeting is stated only by the first speaker
 All others who follow, need only acknowledge the leader
 The phrase, “Protocol having been established..” is out of order
The Alpha Kappa Alpha Pledge
 All sorors should be able to recite the Pledge by memory
 When reciting the Pledge, there is no “s” on the word strength
The Alpha Kappa Alpha National Hymn
 Sorors should not sway while singing the Hymn
 Do not cross arms when singing the Hymn in public
 It is “we strive AND we do; It is NOT “we strive AS we do”
 ”to thy honor” copy righted version
 ”So together anew, we will pledge our faith and united we’ll forge a way”
61st South Atlantic Regional Conference Protocol reminders:
1. Business attire, unless otherwise noted, is required for plenary sessions. Flip-flop type shoes
and sneakers are unacceptable.
2. Sorors must wear their badge for all meetings and events.
3. Only members with badges will be admitted to plenary sessions.
4. Stand for the procession of dais members.
5. Receive the Regional Director and Supreme Basileus by standing when they are introduced.
6. Refrain from walking during dais introductions, the meditation and when the Regional
Director of the Supreme Basileus is giving her address to the delegation
7. Respect designated seating for delegates, Diamond/Golden Sorors, the physically challenged
and reserved seating for conference guests.
8. Turn off all electronic communication devices. Please step out of the meeting if you must use
a phone.
9. Table hostesses are beneficial during meal functions to remind us to keep quiet during
presentations and/or performances at the dais.
10. Please be considerate of other conference attendees and take only ONE
gift when they are distributed at functions.
11. Refrain from overloading your plate during receptions. One of two of each food item is
appropriate.
12. Must purchase ticket to attend all paid meal functions including Mary Shy Scott Leadership
Breakfast, Norma Solomon White Legacy Luncheon, Undergraduate Luncheon (except
Undergraduates) and Golden/Silver Star Reception.
2014 Regional Conference Attire
Event
Pre-Conference Fun Night
EAF Luncheon
Committee Meetings
Pre-Conference Workshop
Diamond/Golden/Silver Star
Public Meeting
Mary Shy Scott Leadership Breakfast
Plenary Sessions
Solomon White Legacy Luncheon
Step Show and Stroll Competition
Workshops
Undergraduate Luncheon
Plenary Sessions
Dinner/Dance Gala
Ivy Beyond the Wall Ceremony
Ecumenical Worship Service
Closing Plenary Session
Submitted by,
Soror LaShawna K. Mullgrav
Attire
AKA Paraphernalia
Business Green/White
Business Casual
Business Casual
Ritzy with Silver and/or Gold
Business
Business
Business (No pants for Rededication Ceremony)
Pink & Green (Hat Optional)
Casual/AKA Paraphernalia
Business
Chapter Business Attire
Business
Semi-Formal (Glitz and Glam)
Seasonal White dress or suit (no color trim),
white shoes, and complimentary hose
Pants and hats are not permitted
Business
Business
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.
SIGMA TAU CHAPTER
ARMSTRONG ATLANTIC STATE UNIVERSITY
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA
Committee/Officer: Graduate Advisor– AASU Graduate Advisor: Soror Audrey B. Singleton
Executive Meeting _ _ Regular Meeting X _ Date 3-8-14
Announcement ________ Report _X_ Recommendation ___________
March’s Spotlight
EAF’s Pink and Green Shoe Drive
I have represented or participated in the following activities for Sigma Tau Chapter during the month of January:
 February 3: Volunteered at Old Savannah City Mission
 February 7: Attended Pink Goes Red Activity at AASU
 February 8: Attended sorority meeting with Gamma Sigma Omega Chapter
 February 9: Attended sorority meeting with Sigma Tau Chapter
 February 10: Attended meeting with Nashia Whittenburg, Director of Multicultural Affairs at AASU
 February 11: Met with Tamiouchos to submit dues and work on monthly report
 February 11: Met with Basilei of Sigma Tau and GSO to sign Regional papers
 February 13: Met with Sigma Tau Chapter to take pictures for Regional Undergraduate Luncheon
 February 14: Met with financial officers of Sigma Tau and representative of Bank of America to update
financial status
 February 15: Attended Executive meeting with Sigma Tau Chapter
 February 16: Attended dinner with visiting soror and members of Sigma Tau & GSO
 February 17: Attended Women Empowerment Program and Dinner
 February 19: Working session with Tamiouchos
 February 22: Founders’ Day with Tri-Chapters in Midway, GA
 February 23: Attended sorority meeting with Sigma Tau Chapter
 February 27: Attended GSO’s Executive meeting
PROGRAM INITIATIVES:
II. HEALTH INITIATIVE –
Pink Goes Red: On February 7, 2013, Sigma Tau members conducted a Pink Goes Red Workout
in the Compass Point Clubhouse on AASU’s campus. They exercised with students of AASU.
They also collected donations which was given to the American Heart Association.
Members of Sigma Tau Chapter exercising during Pink Goes Red Day
IV. GLOBAL POVERTY INITIATIVE –
Old Savannah City Mission: Sigma Tau and Gamma Sigma Omega members served dinner to
85 men and 6 women on February 3, 2014. The following sorors volunteered: Sigma Tau: Erika
Moultrie and Christian Upkins. Gamma Sigma Omega: Renee Grant, Terri Lewis, Audrey
Singleton, Joyce Dingle. Queen Barnes, Virginia Parham, Annette Mitchell and Sharon Watson.
Austin House’s Donation: On February 27, 2014 Sigma Tau Chapter collected and donated 49
pairs of little girls shoes to the Austin House for the girls there. Mrs. Williams and others were
very appreciative for the donation.
Sorors Christian, Audrey and Jatinique presented shoes to the Austin House
V. SOCIAL JUSTICE AND HUMAN RIGHTS –
WOMEN EMPOWERMENT MONTH: On February 17th, in observance of Women
Empowerment Month, Sigma Tau assisted the Multicultural Affairs Office by cosponsoring/promoting a Dinner Program and serving as hostesses during the evening at the
program.
Empowerment Hair Seminar: During the day, Delta Soror Malika Granville from New York, gave
a seminar on wearing different hair styles for black women. Soror Stanasia, from Sigma Tau, was a hair
model. Lacey Singleton from Upscales Beauty Salon demonstrated caring for natural hair. Soror Stanasia’s
hair was beautiful afterward.
Empowerment Program/Dinner: On Feb. 17th, Soror Tina Gaye-Bernie Bernard from New
York was the guest speaker for the evening. She had a very powerful presentation and discussion
concerning black women with makeup, appearance and place in today’s society. Sigma Tau’s
members present were Sorors Bresa, Christian, Cleo, Erika, Samecia and Stanasia. Thanks to
Sorors Albertha Collier, Emma Preer, Jessie DeLoach, Terri Lewis and Virginia Parham of
Gamma Sigma Omega Chapter for their attendance. Also present were Sorors Sharon and
Audrey.
Savannah Rape Crisis Center: Sorors collected and donated undergarments, sweatpants, t-shirts
and socks to the center on February 27, 2014. Thanks to the following sorors for participation:
Sorors Jatinique, Christian, Erika, Shonique, Bresa, Patrese and Cleo. Soror Keisha Gibson
Carter, Director of the Center, accepted the donations and was very appreciative of them.
EAF SHOE DRIVE: Members wore pink and/or green shoes to meeting on Feb. 23rd and donated
monies according to their shoe size for EAF. Final collection will be given at the March 9th meeting..
SISTERLY ACTIVITY:
On February 16th, Sigma Tau Chapter sponsored “An Evening of Sisterhood” with members of Gamma
Sigma Omega, Sigma Tau and Soror Tina Bernard from New York City. Soror Christian and I escorted
Soror Tina to Pearls’ Salt Water Grille Restaurant and had a wonderful fellowship. Soror Tina presented
each soror with a gift. Thanks to Sorors Christian Upkins, Alberta Collier and granddaughter, Jessie
DeLoach, Taqwaa Saleem and Terri Lewis for their attendance.
TRI-CHAPTERS FOUNDERS’ DAY:
Seven (7) members of Sigma Tau Chapter travelled to Midway, GA for the Founders’ Day Luncheon.
Sorors Christian Upkins and Jatinique Lucas performed an inspirational dance. Members attending were:
Sorors Amanda, Christian, Cleo, Erika, Jatinique, Patrese and Samecia.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
•
Congratulations to Soror Christian Upkins, Basileus of Sigma Tau Chapter. Soror Christian is
the recipient of the Dewey Lee Scholarship from the Chatham Retired Educators Association. She
will share her vision of Education at the March 10th meeting.
•
Soror Patrese Jackson: 2013 Soror of the Year and Scholarship Awards
•
Soror Christian Upkins: 2013 Audrey B. Singleton Graduate Advisor’s Award
•
Soror Cleo Usry: 2013 Sisterhood Award
REGIONAL CONFERENCE:
Nine of twelve members are registered for the South Atlantic Regional Conference. Sigma Tau has applied for seven
(7) awards.
Submitted by
Soror Audrey B. Singleton
Graduate Advisor, Sigma Tau Chapter
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.
GAMMA UPSILON CHAPTER
SAVANNAH STATE UNIVERSITY
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA
Officer: Graduate Advisor – SSU
Graduate Advisor: Soror Tara Scott-Brown
Executive Meeting __X__ Chapter Meeting __X__ Submitted: March 8, 2014
Please Welcome Our Sorors of Gamma Upsilon Back!
On February 14, 2014, we received a letter from Soror Marsha Lewis Brown to reinstate Gamma
Upsilon Chapter at Savannah State University with conditions.
On February 14, 2014, the Graduate Council met via conference call to discuss the letter from
Soror Marsha Lewis Brown and the meeting to be held with the members of Gamma Upsilon.
On February 16, 2014, The Graduate Council along with representatives of Savannah State
University met with the members of Gamma Upsilon Chapter to inform them of the Chapter’s
status and their sanctions from Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and Savannah State University.
On February 16, 2014, Members of the Graduate Council conducted a Soror Code of Conduct
Workshop with Members of Gamma Upsilon.
On February 18, 2014, I mailed off Chapter Tax, Per Capita and EAF dues along with the Roster
of Officers to the Corporate Office. We are waiting for the Corporate Office to upload Gamma
Upsilon in the system so that they can be registered for Regional Conference.
On February 23, 2014, planning for the all day workshop to be held on March 1, 2014 for the
members of Gamma Upsilon.
On February 26, 2014, The Executive Committee of Gamma Upsilon held a telephone
conference to plan for their regular Chapter Meeting to be held on March 2, 2014.
I wish to thank the Graduate Council for their support thus far and the members of Gamma
Sigma Omega who will be supporting Gamma Upsilon in the near future. Special thanks to Soror
Audrey Barnes Singleton who has given an unmeasurable amount of time and support thus far.
Submitted by
Soror Tara Scott-Brown
Graduate Advisor, Gamma Upsilon
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.
GAMMA SIGMA OMEGA CHAPTER
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA
Committee: Public Relations
Executive Meeting ___x_____ Regular Meeting _____ Date: February 27, 2014
Announcement ____________ Report ____x______ Recommendation____________
This report is for information only.
The Public Relations Committee prepared articles for the Savannah Herald and the Savannah
Tribune in February 2014.
The following articles were submitted and approved:
 AKA’s Show Their Support of “Go Red for Women”
 AKA’s Career Fair for the “Precious Gems” & “Emerging Young Leaders”
 Gamma Sigma Omega Attends AKA Day at the Capital
Articles and photographs were published in the following periodicals:
 Savannah Tribune
o January 29-February 4, 2014, Vol. 42, No. 44 , “Pink Goes Red” In Recognition
of National Wear Red Day”, page 12.
o February 19, 2014, Vol. 42, No. 49, “AKA’s Answers MLK Day of Service
Question” (no photograph), page 8.
o February 26, 2014, “Gamma Sigma Omega Attends AKA Day at the Capital”.
 Savannah Herald.
o January 29, 2014, Vol. 69, No. 5. “Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Makes
Community Donations”, page 3A.
o January 29, 2014, Vol. 69, No 5, “AKA Sorority, Inc. Gamma Sigma Omega
Chapter, “Pink Goes Red” in recognition of National Wear Red Day”, page 3A.
o February 26, 2014, “AKA’s Career Fair for the “Precious Gems” & “Emerging
Young Leaders”.
Submitted by
Soror Terri Lewis
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.
GAMMA SIGMA OMEGA
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA
Committee/Officer: Pan Hellenic Representative : Soror Hope Johnson
Executive Meeting _ X Regular Meeting ___ Date March 8, 2014
Announcement ________ Report _X_ Recommendation ___________
Good Afternoon Madame Basileus
The Savannah Pan-Hellenic Council met on Monday February 10th, 2014,
we are in the process of completing our calendar of activities/events for the
year.
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Mu Phi Graduate Chapter will be having
their annual Omega Mardi Gras on Friday March 28th, 2014 at the
Savannah Civic Center from 8pm-2:30am. Tickets are $25 in Advance, $35
at the door and $250 for a Table in advance. I have 10 tickets at this time if
any sorors are interested.
The Greek Picnic will be held on June 21st, 2014 at Lake Myer. The cost for
each person will be $3.00, 12noon until 6pm; more information forthcoming.
Homecoming is Saturday October 4th, 2014. The Pan-Hellenic Council will
be having their Annual Greek Homecoming Celebration during
Homecoming, date to be announced at the next meeting.
Sisterly yours
Soror Hope Johnson
GSO-Pan-Hellenic Council Representative
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.
SIGMA TAU CHAPTER
ARMSTRONG ATLANTIC STATE UNIVERSITY
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA
Committee __AWARDS______________________
Executive Meeting _X____ Regular Meeting ______ Date _March 8, 2014_____
Announcement _________ Report __X____ Recommendation _________________
On Saturday, February 22, 2014, the following awards were presented at the Tri-County Founders’ Day:
Soror of the Year Award……………………….Soror Tarangula Barnes Scott
Countess Y. Cox Sisterhood Award……………Soror Mary C. Coleman
Evanel Renfroe Terrell Scholarship Award……Soror Tarangula Barnes Scott
Applications for seven (7) awards were submitted to the Regional Awards Committee for competition.
The awards are to be presented in scrapbook form. They are due to me no later than March 6, 2014.
Submitted by
Soror Audrey B. Singleton