47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016
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47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016
47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! TABLE OF CONTENTS Greetings Midwest Regional Director & Representative Conference Coordinator Registration Information Pre-Registration and Subscription Events The Importance of Booking Your Room through Delta Conference at a Glance Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Pages 6-7 Conference Schedule Pages 8-9 Awards Pages 10-11 Award Information Conference Activities Midwest Blast Stomp Experience (Step Show) Conference Committee Information Family Activities Souvenir Journal Ad Reservation Form Transportation Options Things to Remember Conference Fundraisers Page 12 Pages 13-14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19-20 Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 2 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! !! GREETINGS FROM THE REGIONAL OFFICERS Greetings Sorors of the Mighty Midwest Region! We are enthusiastic and extremely elated about our Race to Indy for the 47th Midwest Regional Conference. We are calling for all Sorors to join us June 2-5, 2016 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The hostess chapters: Indianapolis Alumnae and Chi have already started planning and are READY to make it happen! We pray that each Soror in attendance is looking forward to a conference that will equip you with the tools and resources to not only make you a better Delta but to make your chapter even stronger. This Call to Conference has information that will provide you with a glance of what’s to come… The criteria for regional awards is attached and we hope that EVERY chapter applies. The activities planned for you and your family are outlined and we hope you take advantage of this guide to plan your stay in Indy. So Rev up your engine Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, West Virginia and Wisconsin…. GET ready, GET set…..LET’S GO! Mona Mona Y. Davenport, PhD. Midwest Regional Director Shaquira Shaquira Robinson Midwest Regional Representative Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 3 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! GREETINGS FROM THE CONFERENCE COORDINATOR Greetings Mighty Midwest Region Sorors! The Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter is revving its engines as you begin your plans to Race to Indy for our 47th Regional Conference. We are excited to welcome you to the Hoosier State and to the Racing Capitol of the World. Indianapolis has been ranked the #1 Convention City in the US! And in a city that built its reputation on sports both amateur and professional, you'll almost always find some sort of competition going on. As host of the world's largest single-day sporting event - (the Indianapolis 500 —and as the host of Super Bowl XLVI in 2012—we know how to show guests a good time. As you land in Indianapolis, the first thing you'll notice is the airport. The first new international airport in America designed and built after 9/11, Indianapolis International Airport has been named the best airport in North America in 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, and 2010 by Airports Council International, best airport in America from Conde Nast Traveler, and has been rated #1 (on everything from security to baggage claim) by travelers in a J.D. Power & Associates poll. Whether you are on a bus tour experiencing group travel in Indy or are taking a 15-minute cab ride from the airport, the second notable sight you'll encounter is your downtown hotel, the JW Marriott Indianapolis with its stunning blue glass. Your hotel is conveniently linked by skywalk to Lucas Oil Stadium, the Indiana Convention Center, and Circle Centre mall. Step outside and discover an easy walk to White River State Park with 250-acres of greenspace, the scenic Central Canal, and a collection of Indy’s top attractions. Meet orangutans at the Indianapolis Zoo, journey westward at the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians & Western Art, or see a show under the stars at the Farm Bureau Insurance Lawn at White River State Park and so much more! We’ll be rolling out the Red Carpet as we kick off our Regional Conference with our Race to Indy-themed Opening Reception where you’ll enjoy not only your Sorors from all over the Midwest, but you’ll be welcomed by some of Indianapolis’ most influential business leaders, elected officials as well as representatives from NPHC organizations. So make sure to pack plenty of red, but don’t forget your black & white bling as we Race to Indy and make a memorable Mighty Midwest impact on Indianapolis! Patzetta Patzetta Trice Conference Coordinator Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 4 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! Pre-Registration Host Chapters-Alumnae $270 Alumnae $295 Host Chapters-Collegiate $205 Collegiate $215 Delta Dears $270 Subscription Events Social Action Luncheon $ 65 Step Show $ 40 Calling all Sorors to Indianapolis, Indiana June 2 – 5, 2016 Regional Conference Registra0ons will be on a rolling basis. Registra0on for the Midwest Regional Conference will open on Tuesday, March 8, 2016. All registra0on must be made through the na0onal website -‐ www.deltasigmatheta.org Registra0on will close on April 12, 2016 (or un0l we reach capacity). Payment for your registra0on may be made by credit card, cashier’s check, money order, or wire transfer. Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 5 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! BOOKING YOUR ROOM THROUGH DELTA THE IMPORTANCE OF BOOKING YOUR ROOM THROUGH DELTA Most Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Housing I can find a lower rate on the Internet. Why should I book a room through Delta? Negotiated hotels rates incorporate many benefits for you and Delta. Based on the number of rooms in Delta’s block, the hotel provides complimentary or reduced rates for meeting room rental, staff accommodations, and food and beverage. In addition, a percentage of sleeping room revenue is often rebated to Delta. The rebate is used to cover audio/visual, electrical, and other meeting costs incurred at the hotel or convention center. If Delta is unable to achieve its room block commitment because attendees are making reservations at other hotels or canceling/shortening their length of stay at the hotel, the hotel charges Delta an attrition fee to make up for its lost sleeping room revenue. An increase in attrition fees may lead to an increase in registration fees or other expenses related to the convention. Anticipated sleeping room pickup is Delta’s strongest tool when negotiating future sleeping room rates and meeting space. What other benefits are there to reserving a room through Delta? Delta and our official housing company will work on your behalf to help resolve any issues, if there is a dispute with the hotel, or if you are dissatisfied with your accommodations. Transportation will only be provided to registered delegates within the Official Room Block. When you factor in cab fares and travel time to an alternate hotel, you may discover the benefits are not as great as you originally planned. Staying within the official room block allows you to better network with your peers and remain in the center of the activity surrounding the meeting. In addition, Delta hotel contracts include clauses that protect our attendees in a variety of areas. For example, if the hotel is oversold and must relocate an attendee to another hotel, the hotel must provide complimentary transportation to the alternate hotel and pay for one night accommodations. This benefit is only extended to registered delegates in our official room block. What should I do if the room block is sold out? Delta’s official housing company works directly with hotels in monitoring the room blocks at each hotel in order to ensure that we do not run into a sold out situation. However, if the room block is sold out, you should not secure housing on your own. You should add your name and billing information to the waiting list that will be provided on the housing website. Once additional housing is contracted, your housing accommodations will automatically be secured. If you contact or go directly to the hotels, they will not provide or increase the room block or provide the contracted Conference rate. The Sorority will not get credit for your reservation nor receive the contracted rebate. The city’s housing records will not accurately reflect the Sorority’s economic impact in the city. Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 6 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! BOOKING YOUR ROOM THROUGH DELTA What is Delta doing to reduce its exposure to attrition fees? Delta has teamed up with a housing agency who tracks sleeping room reservations and cancellations for each National Convention/Regional Conference and works with future hotels in adjusting sleeping room blocks to match Delta’s current trends. Why you should not use a debit card to book a hotel room? Using a debit card to book a hotel can cost you dearly. It's typically better to use a credit card rather than a debit card when checking into a hotel. The hotel will place a hold on the money in your checking account to cover the potential balance of your stay. The room rate, taxes and estimated incidentals ($50 per day) such as meals, telephone calls, Internet charges and mini-bar fees will all be used to calculate the hold. Such holds can remain for several days to more than a week after you check out and can cause your card to be declined or charged hefty overdraft fees for purchases you thought you had money in your account to cover. Hotels also put holds on credit cards, but unless you're up against your credit limit that usually isn't a problem. It is important to note that the non-refundable two night deposit will be deducted from the card that you enter at the time of booking your hotel room. The card entered at the time of booking will also be on-file with the hotel once our official housing company submits the final rooming list to the hotel. What if I don't have a credit card? Don't have a credit card to use? You'll need to keep a high balance in your checking account to cover debit card holds when traveling. Better yet, to safeguard the checking account where your bill payments and other transactions are withdrawn, open a second checking account used only for debits. Attendees must register for the conference prior to accessing the housing link. Our room block with open along with registration in March of 2016. Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 7 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE Wednesday, June 1, 2016 Community Service Project Regional Leadership Dinner (By Invitation Only) Thursday, June 2, 2016 Membership Intake Trainers Training Registration Membership Intake Trainers Training (By Invitation Only) Conference Registration Exhibit Trade Show (Set Up) Heritage & Archives (Set Up) Exhibit/Trade Show Grand Opening Step Show Rehearsal Conference Choir Rehearsal Conference Committee Meetings Delegate Orientation/Working in Conference Hostess Chapters’ Welcome Reception Race To Indy…. Let’s Rev our Engines! Collegiate Day Collegiate Day Registration Collegiate Day Opening Session Collegiate Day Workshops Lunch (on your own) Collegiate Day Workshops 8 Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 8 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE Friday, June 3, 2016 Conference Registration Seating of Delegates Plenary I, Formal Opening Ceremony Sisterhood Luncheon Exhibit/Trade Show Grand Opening Candidates’ Corner Plenary II, National Updates Plenary III, Meet the Candidates Midwest Blast Stomp Experience ( Step Show - Public Event by Subscription) Club Delta Saturday, June 4, 2016 Plenary IV, Elections Conference Registration Memorial Observance Concurrent Workshops Social Action Luncheon (Public Event by Subscription) Officers’ Institute Financial Officers Workshop (Mandatory for Chapter Presidents and Financial Officers) Plenary V, National Updates Plenary VI, Closing Banquet After Glow Sunday, June 5, 2016 Ecumenical Service Transition of Officers (Members leaving elected regional positions and newly elected to regional positions) 9 Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 9 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! AWARDS The Midwest Region Leadership Team is pleased to announce the criteria for the 2015-2016 Program Awards to be presented during the Sisterhood Luncheon at the 47th Regional Conference in Indianapolis, IN. Questions regarding the attached content should be directed to Midwest Region Program, Planning & Development CoChairs, Tauriana Lyles King and Miki Grace at [email protected]. The following award categories will be recognized: Midwest Alumnae Awards Alumnae Submissions Only Two Categories: Large Chapter (>75 members) Small Chapter (75 members or less) • Alumnae Chapter of the Year • Alumnae Soror of the Year • Delta Dear of the Year Midwest Collegiate Awards Collegiate Submissions Only • • • • • • Collegiate Chapter of the Year Collegiate Soror of the Year New Initiate of the Year Advisor of the Year Project 3.0 Recognition Highest Chapter GPA Award • • • • • Economic Development Educational Development International Awareness & Involvement Physical & Mental Health Political Awareness & Involvement Exemplary Program Awards (Collegiate & Alumnae) Three awards will be presented in each category: two for Alumnae Chapters (large chapters greater than 75 members, and small chapters with 75 members or less) and one for a collegiate chapter in the following points of the programmatic thrust: Hallmark Health Program Award (Collegiate & Alumnae) Three awards will be presented in each category: two for Alumnae Chapters (large chapters greater than 75 members, and small chapters with 75 members or less) and one for a collegiate chapter in the following category: • Cancer Awareness and Prevention M3 Innovative Program Award Two awards will be presented: one for an Alumnae Chapter and one for a collegiate chapter in the following category: • S&S Seed Grant Recipients Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 10 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! AWARDS The 2015-2016 Midwest Region Program Awards will be presented by the Midwest Program, Planning & Development Committee, recognizing those chapters who have met and/or exceeded the region’s programmatic expectations by exemplifying the ideals and beliefs of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and executing outstanding programming in their communities/campuses. Deadline All 2015 - 2016 Midwest Region Program Award submissions must be received by April 8, 2016 at 11:59 pm EST. Please note the following enhancements for the 2015-2016 year: Programs/events for submission must have been implemented between May 1, 2015 – March 31, 2016 for the following awards: Alumnae Chapter of the Year Collegiate Chapter of the Year Economic Development Educational Development International Awareness & Involvement Physical & Mental Health Political Awareness & Involvement Programs/events for submission must have been implemented between October 1, 2015 – March 31, 2016 for the following awards: Hallmark Health Program Pictorial Guidelines (Excludes Alumnae, Collegiate and New Initiate Soror of the Year, Delta DEAR of the Year and Advisor of the Year) There must be no more than 10 pictures on the designated pages of the required templates and no more than 2 included on all other pages. All pictures must be captioned with numbers Each page with pictures must also include a legend detailing the activity for each numbered picture Submission Instructions Format: Electronic submissions are required – no hard copies or mailed flash/jump drives will be accepted. After preparing Award nominations, please complete the Award Submission Form NOTE: There is only one award category accepted per form submission. If multiple submissions are being sent, a separate form should be completed for each award nomination. All nominations from a chapter must be submitted by one contact. Please contact [email protected] for technical assistance. Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 11 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! " Beloved Sorors, As the Midwest Regional Leadership team and the Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter begin gearing up for our Mighty Midwest Regional Conference 2016, I want to bring one of the conference highlights to your attention. We will be having the MIDWEST BLAST STOMP EXPERIENCE. We are calling on our Delta Sisters in the Midwest Region to step up and take up the challenge. If your chapter is known for their stepping style and skills we are encouraging you to bring it on.Is your team ready for the CHALLENGE? If your Delta Chapter Step Team is the bomb, we challenge you to sign up and take the Midwest Challenge to be crowned the BEST in the REGION. This correspondence is your chapter’s official invitation to participate in the 2016 Midwest Blast Stomp Experience. This event will take place on Friday, June 3, 2016 at the Indianapolis Convention Center located at 100 South Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana. The show will begin at 9:00pm and during the show there will be exhibition performances by the Mighty Men of the Divine 9. Delta Step Teams from all around the Midwest Region will be competing for prize winnings and the best thing of all, “BRAGGING RIGHTS.” If you are interested in participating please carefully review the information in the Step Show packet for deadlines, guidelines, and expectations regarding participation in this year’s “MIDWEST BLAST STOMP EXPERIENCE - featuring BROTHERS OF THE DIVINE 9 . The informational packet can be found on the Midwest Region Website on the Regional Conference Page. If your team would like to compete in this championship competition, please take a moment and submit the application form and your video link by Tuesday, March 15. Teams will be notified on Thursday, March 31. The $200 registration/entry fee and Intent to step form are due on Friday, April 15. For questions, assistance or related concerns please contact, Soror Shaquira Robinson, Midwest Regional Representative at [email protected] We look forward to having you participate in this year’s MIDWEST BLAST-STOMP EXPERIENCE! Yours in Delta, Shaquira Robinson DST Midwest Regional Representative [email protected] Collette LaRue DuValle IAC Midwest Regional Special Event Coordinator [email protected] 786-287-9336 317-298-9337 1" Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 12 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! CALL FOR REGIONAL CONFERENCE SUPPORT COMMITTEE MEMBERS Greetings Sorors! As we prepare for our 47th Midwest Regional Conference, we are seeking applications for Sorors to serve on our Regional Conference Support Committees. If you are registering for the conference and would like to serve, please review the descriptions of the committees and complete the request form. The application deadline is March 1, 2016. I look forward to seeing you and working with you in Indianapolis, IN! Assistant Sergeant-at-Arms, Assistants to the Sergeant-at-Arms The Sergeant-at-Arms, Assistant Sergeant-at-Arms, and Assistants to the Sergeant-at-Arms have the responsibility of monitoring the meeting rooms and the doors to enforce order; checking the credentials of the delegates; denying entrance to unauthorized and improperly dressed persons; collecting fines at the door from Voting Delegates who are late or absent from a session without being excused or replaced by their Alternates; Choir and Other Musicians The choir and other appointed musicians (pianist, instrumentalists, etc.), are under her direction and have the major responsibility for providing all music for the conference, including during ritualistic ceremonies, plenary sessions, special programs, and any other event/activity as requested by the Regional Director. Credentials Committee The duties of the Credentials Committee are to report during the Regional Conference: the number of voting, alternate and non-voting delegates; the number of Past National Presidents; National Executive Board Members; Honorary Members; Hostess Chapter Members; National Staff members; the number of absent chapters; and any other attendance categories deemed necessary (e.g., press, guests, VIPs, speakers); Elections Committee The duties of the Elections Committee are to implement the process for certifying voting delegates to participate in the election of duly certified candidates for office in accordance with the Constitution and Bylaws of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised; Evaluations Committee The duties of the Evaluations Committee are to implement the established process of the evaluation of all components and activities; Pages The Pages have the responsibility of serving as floor attendants who service the Regional Officers, National President, other officers, the delegates and the Sergeant-at-Arms and Assistants by assisting with checking attendance, delivering messages; running errands; and performing any other tasks as assigned. Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 13 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! CALL FOR REGIONAL CONFERENCE SUPPORT COMMITTEE MEMBERS Properties Committee (Ceremonies and Plenary Sessions) The Properties Committee has a major role in establishing and ensuring the appropriate atmosphere for beautiful, dignified and inspirational ceremonies and plenary sessions. Protocol Committee The duties of the Protocol Committee are to assist with the seating arrangements for the dais and reserved areas; and prepare and place cards and seating charts for dais participants (for holding room and dais). Recommendations Committee The duties of the Recommendations Committee are to receive recommendations from delegates, chapters, committee reports and the recorder’s sheets; make recommendations based on observation of the conference program (optional/at the committee’s discretion). Rules Committee The duty of the Rules Committee is to recommend the rules for the conference sessions. Such rules shall include: general rules, rules covering motions; and rules covering discussions. Site Committee The duties of the Site Committee are to examine and evaluate invitations from chapters, cities and convention bureaus to host future Regional Conference(s); seek and examine data on possible sites; and place in rank order the recommended site(s) for action by the Regional Conference. Timekeeper The Timekeeper has the responsibility of assisting the presiding officer at all plenary sessions. She helps enforce the adopted rules on the length of time a member may speak on any one issue or motion. She monitors the time as approved in the Conference General Rules and as adopted by the conference. Sign Up Form for Regional Conference CommiFees Shawn D. Peoples, PhD Midwest Regional Secretary Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Magnifying the Mighty in the Midwest! www.dstmidwestregion.com Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 14 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! FAMILY ACTIVITIES – INDIANAPOLIS ATTRACTIONS ! ! ATTRACTION Crispus Attucks Museum 1140 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street - 46202 HOURS Friday 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. COST General Admission for All $ 2.00 COMMENTS Exciting and Provocative History Museum focusing on the African American Experience Indianapolis Zoo 1200 W. Washington Street 46204 Monday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m. Friday – Sunday 9 a.m. - 5p.m. Admission Prices Ranging From $ 33.20 - $ 17.45 Dolphin Show Orangutans Lions, Tigers and Bats Oh My Indiana State Museum 650 W. Washington Street 46204 Monday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Adults $13.00 Youth $ 8.50 Science Indiana Culture and History Eiteljorg Museum 500 W. Washington Street 46204 Daily 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Adults $ 12.00 Youth (0-17) $ 6.00 Free parking IMAX 3D Experience 650 W. Washington Street 46204 Show Times Vary p 317.233.4629 Adults $ 9.50 Youth $ 6:00 Amazing 3D Experience NCAA Hall of Champions 700 West Washington - 46204 Tuesday Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Noon – 5:00 p.m. Adults $ 5.00 Youth (6-18) $ 3.00 2 Levels of Interactive Exhibits Madam CJ Walker Theater 617 Indiana Avenue – 46202 Tours by Appointment Only Monday – Friday 317.236.2099 Adults $ 8.00 3 Dozen Exhibits that depict the life of Madam CJ Walker Canal Walk 650 W. Washington Street 46204 Soldiers and Sailors Monument - 1 Monument Circle - 46204 Open 24 Hours Per Day Free Trail Paddle Boat Rental Prices Vary 3 Mile Canal Trail – Walking, Jogging or Paddle Boating Friday – Sunday 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. General Admission – $ 2.00 Ride the elevator up to the glass enclosed overlook Indianapolis Motor Speedway 4790 W. 16th street Speedway, In 46224 Hours 9:003:00 Tours are Every 90 Minutes call 317-492-6747 Adults $30.00 Youth (6-15) $12.00 5 and Under - Free Includes Bus Ride Around the Legendary Indianapolis 500 Race Track and Hall of Fame Museum Tour ! Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 15 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! 2016 MIDWEST REGIONAL CONFERENCE SOUVENIR ADVERTISEMENT JOURNAL AD SPACE RESERVATION Name/Chapter Name: _________________________________________________________________________ Contact Person: _____________________________________________________________________________ Contact Phone: Contact Email: AD TYPE PRICE ORDER COVERS Back Cover Inside Back Cover $750 $600 $600 SPONSOR PAGE $500 Inside Front Cover 7.5 x 10 Interior Heavy-weight Full Page FULL PAGE 7.5 x 10 full page with white border HALF PAGE $350 $250 3.625 x 10 (vertical) 7.5 x 5 (horizontal) _________________________ QUARTER PAGE $150 ____________________ 3.625 x 5 __ INCLUDE PAYMENT WITH THIS FORM TO CONFIRM SPACE RESERVATION. Cashier’s check, business checks and money orders made payable to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will be the only acceptable forms of payment. Mail order and payment to: Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Attn: RC Souvenir Journal PO Box 1364 Indianapolis, IN 46206-1364 Send ONLY Camera-ready PDF ads electronically to: [email protected] by March 31, 2016. Please direct all questions to [email protected] or call Soror Robin Anderson at 317/213-2040. Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 16 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! MIDWEST REGIONAL CONFERENCE TRANSPORTATION GO EXPRESS TRAVEL AIRPORT SHUTTLE: This express, nonstop bus service runs from the airport to downtown every 30 minutes from 8 am-11 pm for $10 one way. Passengers may board the shuttle at Zone 7 of the airport’s Ground Transportation Center. Cash payments not accepted, credit cards only. goexpresstravel.com/indy_express INDYGO BUS SYSTEM: Bus routes operate all around the city, including a fixed route to and from the airport, for as little as $1.75 per ride. indygo.net TAXIS: Taxis are readily available at the airport, Indiana Convention Center, Circle Centre mall, and major hotels. A typical fare from the airport to downtown is $35, and select taxi companies offer a $5 flat rate fare for trips within downtown (bordered by the White River, 12th Street, I-65, and I-70). UBER & LYFT: Car service in addition to traditional taxis is available through Uber and Lyft. Both app-based services connect visitors with resident drivers. Requesting and paying for the ride are done via your mobile phone. uber.com, lyft.me AFTER CHECK-IN … NEED TO GET AROUND THE CITY? TRY THE BLUEINDY CAR ! BlueIndy is an electric self-service car sharing service available 24/7. BlueIndy is Indianapolis’ latest transit strategy. It opened to the public in the summer of 2015. The cost to use a BlueIndy car for one day is $8.00 for twenty (20) minutes and $.40 for each additional minute. Weekly rates are also available. The BlueIndy car can be reserved by using the BlueIndy mobile app, online at www.blue-indy.com, by phone at (800) 329-2058, or by visiting one of the BlueIndy kiosks around town! SCOOTERS: Scooters will be available to rent for Delta DEARS and sorors requiring assistance due to physical disabilities. Please check the Midwest Region Website for updates. Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 17 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! THINGS TO REMEMBER: MIDWEST PRIDE In the Mighty Midwest Region, we have a spirit unlike any other. We want to show that spirit throughout the conference. Take out those t-shirts, denim shirts, cotton shirts, jerseys or whatever you may have that displays your Midwest Pride and show your support for the Mighty Midwest Region. Be Sure to Bring: Photo ID Ritual Constitution & Bylaws Protocol & Traditions Manual Pen Light Red, Black and White Attire Sweater/Wrap for Convention Center Pearls Sorority Pin Violets Comfortable Shoes Medication/Prescriptions Cell Phone/Charger Camera - Not to be used during ceremonies or plenary sessions • • • Opening Reception – Midwest Region Shirt Social Action Luncheon - Midwest Scarf/Red Attire Step Show - Chapter Shirt ATTIRE REMINDERS Opening Ceremony: White business attire – no pants Memorial Observance: Red, White or Black business attire – no pants Ecumenical Service: Red, White or Black business attire Workshops & Plenary Sessions: Business Attire Award Submissions Deadline: April 8, 2016 Contact: Tauriana Lyles-King & Mikki Grace [email protected] Regional Conference Committee Application Deadline: March 1, 2016 Souvenir Journal Ads Deadline: March 31, 2016 Contact: Robyn Anderson [email protected] Family Activities Contact: Misty Ackles – Dumans [email protected] Midwest Region Pin and Conference Scarf See order forms for information Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 18 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 47th Midwest Regional Conference Scarf – Order Form Order between Dec. 8th and Jan. 31st to receive by March 31st ! ! P.O. Box 1364 Indianapolis, IN 46206 Contact: Marie Wright | [email protected] ! Please select how you wish to order: ! (I)ndividual Order Name: Online ordering is also available via PayPal: http://bit.ly/rcscarf (C)hapter Order Phone Number: Please complete this section for Individual Orders Instructions: Mail your form and payment directly to IAC by Jan. 31st Delivery Address: Please complete this section for Chapter Orders Instructions: Return your form and payment to your Chapter Financial Secretary by Jan. 15th so Chapters can mail in orders by Jan. 31 (Round 2) Chapter Name: Chapter Address: Scarf Color - Note: The red scarf will be worn during Delta Days in the Nation's Capital and the Social Action Luncheon during our 47th Midwest Regional Conference. Red Black ! Qty: Qty: x $25.00 = $ x $25.00 = $ + + (I) - Shipping $5.75/per scarf (C) - Shipping ! $2.00/per scarf Total $ $ $ $ $ $ Grand Total: $ Form of acceptable payment for individual orders: Cashier check or money order made payable to: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. ! Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment! 19 47th Midwest Regional Conference: June 2 – 5, 2016 ! 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