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DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.
52
nd
NATIONAL
CONVENTION
J U LY 2 3 – 2 9 , 2 0 1 5 • H O U S T O N , T X
Table of Contents
Message from the National President. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Message from the Southwest Regional Director and
Southwest Regional Representative. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Message from the National Convention Coordinator . . . . . . 3
Message from the Hostess Chapter Presidents. . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Message from the Office of the Executive Director . . . . . . . 5
Registration Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Registration Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Registration Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Reminders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Convention Tentative Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Importance of Booking Your Room Through Delta. . . . . . . 15
Accommodations and Hotel Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Official Convention Hotels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Housing Procedures and Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Map of Hotels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Souvenir Journal Ad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Family Activities and Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Tour and Event Registration Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Transportation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Rental Cars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Super Shuttle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Scootaround. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
General Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Attire Reminders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Message from the
National President
Dear Sorors,
T
here is a saying that “everything is bigger in Texas.” This is definitely
the case when it comes to Houston since this city is the largest city in
the Southwest and the South and can contain the cities of New York,
Washington, Boston, San Francisco, Seattle, Minneapolis, and Miami.
What better place to host tens of thousands of Delta women for the
52nd National Convention? Therefore, as the National President of this great and
grand Sorority, it is my distinct honor to issue the official Call to Convention for the
52nd National Convention in Houston, Texas July 23 – 29, 2015.
How apropos is it that we will convene in a city whose motto is: “Houston:
The City With No Limits” and with a state motto that says simply “Friendship?”
Not only is the state of Texas the birthplace of Founders Zephyr Chisolm Carter (El
Paso), Jessie McGuire Dent (Galveston), Frederica Chase Dodd (Dallas) and Myra
Davis Hemmings (Gonzales), but our beloved soror, Congresswoman Barbara Jordan, is also a daughter of Houston. We, as Delta and African-American women, have
exceeded the limits others have attempted to place on courageous women like our
Founders and Soror Jordan. It is because of them that we can literally tread on the
trails that were blazed for us as we arrive at our “rendezvous with destiny.”
Your National Executive Board, National Headquarters staff, Convention Co- Dr. Paulette C. Walker
ordinator and hostess chapters have been hard at work making sure that this 52nd
National Convention will leave you informed and up-to-date on Delta Sigma Theta’s internal policies, national initiatives and
external partnerships. Along with setting the agenda and planning the logistics of the concurrent workshops and business
sessions that you will attend, we also wanted to make sure that you would be thoroughly entertained as you sing, laugh and
fellowship with your sorors from around the globe during other events.
Our National Convention Signature events promise to be not only enjoyable but truly unforgettable. National Gospel
Recording Artists Beverly Crawford and Donald Lawrence headline our Gospel Concert! In addition, during the Delta
Extravaganza, the Mighty O’JAYS will render the ultimate R&B experience!
Once the work of Delta is complete, you can plan on experiencing Houston’s diverse culture and tropical temperatures
with sorors, friends and family. We are fortunate to be in Texas’ “Culture and Culinary Capital” which houses more than 8,600
restaurants and eating establishments covering more than 60 ethnically diverse cuisines. Be sure to pack cool and comfortable
clothing as Houston averages nearly 100 days per year of high temperatures of 90 degrees or more.
You will not want to miss this opportunity to take part in the many facets of attending a National Convention. Please
believe that your presence would be missed if you decide not to attend. Even though we intend to paint Houston red, this convention will not be the same without you!
In the pages of this Call to Convention, you will receive important information regarding registration, housing, dates, deadlines, activities, events and services as well as pertinent “Things to Remember.” You are encouraged to view the subscription
event details. Please remember, sorors, it is very important that your hotel accommodations are made inside Delta’s reserved
block that has been prearranged exclusively for our membership. Reserving rooms outside the block could result in Delta paying a tremendous penalty.
So, my sorors, meet me in Houston for this first convention of Delta’s second Century of Service. It will be an experience
filled with treasured memories that will last a lifetime.
In Service, Leadership and Empowerment,
Dr. Paulette C. Walker
National President
52 ND NATIONAL CONVENTION
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Message from the
Southwest Regional Director and
Southwest Regional Representative
Greetings Sorors:
W
e are excited and honored to welcome you to the 52nd
National Convention in the “Blazing Southwest Region”
and to Houston Texas! The 138 chapters of the Southwest Region are ecstatic and excited to invite you to join
us in” “H Town”. Houston is the 4th largest city in the
United States and is known for space exploration, popular culture, its’ multicultural population, and is the home of the World Famous Houston Astros.
From recreation to education, shopping, dining, cultural events whatever
you choose, Houston definitely has it to offer.
We extend our gratitude to the host chapters who have rolled out the red
carpet and are working diligently to prepare for the arrival of you and your
families. Many activities have been planned to meet all of your interests. The
city of Houston has also been dubbed as the city of “The Big Heart” known
for its hospitality and caring demeanor. This great spirit has been personified throughout the planning process in the efforts to take care of every detail
to make this a Convention that will go down in history as one to remember.
Pamela M. Rogers
Prepare to have a great time at the Convention, strengthen your existing bond with sorors, meet new sorors, rekindle relationships with sorors
and develop your personal plan of action in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc..
We are filled with anticipation for all that will unfold and eagerly await
your arrival. Let us continue our Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service Leadership and Empowerment. My sisters we look forward to greeting each of you in Houston, Texas at the 52nd National Convention and know that you will have a Delta experience like no other.
See you soon!
Pamela M. Rogers
Pamela M. Rogers
Southwest Regional Director
Kristen Wells Lewis
Kristen Wells Lewis
Southwest Regional Representative
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Kristen Wells Lewis
Message from the
National Convention Coordinator
Welcome to the 52nd National Convention
I
t is with immense pleasure and enthusiasm that I welcome you to the
52nd National Convention. On behalf of the Greater Houston Area
Chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated welcome to fabulous Houston, Texas- a city where Southern Hospitality and Urban
Chic go hand in hand.
As your Host Chapters, our membership have worked diligently to prepare a week of fun-filled activities for the members and families of our great
sisterhood. We hope that during your stay with us, you will connect with old
friends, make some new ones, and enjoy all that our great city has to offer.
This fourth-largest city in the United States with more than 4-million res- Josie V. Daniels
idents is filled with an enormous amount of Texas pride. You will find many
wonderful things to do and sights to see like the historic museum district,
highly regarded performing arts venues, Space Center Houston, world-class sports arenas and the largest medical
center in the world.
No trip to the Bayou City would be complete without a stop at one of the most famous shopping centers in the
world-The Galleria. The three-story compound houses more than 375 stores, an ice rink, two hotels and several
restaurants. Akin to the designer names on New York’s famed Fifth Avenue or Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, The
Galleria boasts boutiques like Tory Burch, Valentino, St. John and Yves Saint Laurent. Neiman Marcus,
Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom and Macy’s flank the sprawling structure.
It also goes without saying that culinary diversity in Houston ranges from the Iconic Frenchy’s Chicken, the
Breakfast Klub’s Wings & Waffles, Holley’s Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar, the world-renowned Tony’s, Vic and
Anthony’s, Pappadeaux’s, Quattro at the Four Seasons, and the list goes on….
We want you to leave with a sense of “ah” and sparkles in your eyes; remembering that Houston is a city of
communities in which Deltas strive to make a better place to live and work. Your presence here will leave a lasting
impression on our city and communities.
Welcome to Houston.
Josie V. Daniels
Josie V. Daniels
National Convention Coordinator
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Message from the
Hostess Chapter Presidents
Dear Sorors,
I
n 1969, “Houston” was the first word spoken from the
moon. The Apollo 11 mission established a place in history for the city when astronaut Neil Armstrong spoke
the now-famous line, “Houston, Tranquility Base here.
The Eagle has landed”.
And ‘Houston’ will be on the lips of Sorors from Texas and
all over the world, as The Bayou City hosts The 52nd National
Convention and Deltas land in Houston, Texas.
Tia N. Locke-Simmons
Houston Alumnae
Chapter
Shirley M. Johnson
Houston Metropolitan
Alumnae Chapter
Silvia Tiller-Jackson
Suburban Houston Fort
Bend Alumnae Chapter
Yolanda Herring-Baker
Bay Area Houston
Alumnae Chapter
Marcie Jones Strahan
North Harris County
Alumnae Chapter
Tiffany Rushing
Delta Gamma Chapter
Texas Southern University
Expect to enjoy southern hospitality at its finest as the Greater Houston Area Chapters roll out the RED carpet and showcases the splendor and history of this 4th largest U.S. city. From
internationally acclaimed Ballet troupes to ‘down home’ street
corner harmonizers; from our food trucks to any of our 10,000
restaurants; from NASA’s space shuttles to the yachts of Clear
Lake — you will find it all in Houston!
Our Space City will be your home as you enjoy presentations and workshops designed to help you maximize relationships, resources and opportunities for service in your chapter
and your regions.
You will leave with a rejuvenated uncompromising commitment to communities in which you serve.
Mark your calendars now and plan to reserve your spot to
explore the beauty and wonder of this magnificent city!
Welcome Sisters!
Tia N. Locke-Simmons
Shirley M. Johnson
Silvia Tiller-Jackson
Yolanda Herring-Baker
Marcie Jones Strahan
Tiffany Rushing
Miranda McNeal
Greater Houston Area Chapter Presidents
Miranda McNeal
Zeta Sigma Chapter
University of Houston
Message from the
Office of the Executive Director
Dear Sorors,
A
s preparations are underway to gather in
the “Space City” of the
“Lone Star State”, we
hope that you too are
making plans to attend the 52nd National Convention of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. Anticipation
is extremely high because it is a proven fact that when the women of Delta
gather, amazing things happen!
The National Headquarters staff
looks forward to the 52nd National
Convention and partnering with you
to make it a success. As one of the
key components in the convention
planning team which is headed by the
National President and CEO, we are
committed to ensuring that every as- Directors (1ST ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT) Deborah Somerville, Interim Director,
pect of this convention meets the Del- Information Systems; Roseline McKinney, Executive Director; Ella McNair, Director,
ta standard of excellence. Our desire is Programs and Public Relations. (2ND ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT) Gwendolyn K. Dailey,
that everything from online registra- Director, Finance; Deirdre Shoulars, Director, Membership.
tion, onsite check-in, shuttle transportation; logistics; meal functions, hotel
accommodations for the guest speakers, performers, and attendees is a seamless process. We also hope that the
special events meet and exceed your expectations.
Please use this Call to Convention as a resource and guide as you make plans to join us to carry out the business
of Delta and to fellowship with sorors from around the world.
Please be sure to check the National Website weekly for updates regarding the 52nd National Convention.
We look forward to seeing you in Houston!
Sincerely,
Roseline McKinney
Roseline McKinney
Executive Director
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Registration Information
1. All registration for the 52nd National Convention
will be ONLINE. Individual sorors will be able to
register “anyplace and anytime” on any Web connection through a fully secured online system. Our National web site address is www.deltasigmatheta.org.
2. Registration will open on Tuesday, March 17,
2015, 12:00 noon, EST for all Delegates (sorors
that are not Voting Delegates will not be able to register before this date.)
Registration will close April 30, 2015, 12:00 Midnight, EST OR ONCE CAPACITY IS REACHED.
3. In order to register for the National Convention,
Sorors must be financial for the 2014-2015 fiscal
year (July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2015), through a local
chapter or as a member-at- large.
In order to attend the National Convention, Sorors
must be financial through a local chapter or as a
member-at- large for the 2015-2016 fiscal year (July
1, 2015 – June 30, 2016).
Dues for 2015-2016 fiscal year are due and payable
January 1–March 31, 2015. The National Headquarters staff will verify the financial status of registrants before the Final Registration Confirmation is
emailed.
4. Sorors will need the following information to access
the Sisters Only Member portal: User ID and Password. Each member MUST utilize her personal account information to register.
5. Once you have gained access you will need to enter the
information provided on the Checklist (See Page 11).
6. CONVENTION REGISTRATION FEES
(Registration Opens March 17, 2015)
DELEGATE CATEGORIES
Alumnae. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
*Collegiate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Alumnae Hostess. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
*Collegiate Hostess . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Delta Dears (62 and over). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Members of International Chapters. . . . . . . .
$425
$395
$400
$350
$375
$325
The registration fee entitles the family member to a
badge, unlimited entry into the Exhibit Trade Show
and all public nonsubscription events.
8. SPECIAL EVENT SUBSCRIPTION TICKETS
Sorors may also purchase tickets for all subscription
activities. All subscription events are open to the
public. The activities are:
GENERAL ONSITE
Greek Step Show. . . . . . . . . $45.00 . . . . . . $55.00
Gospel Concert. . . . . . . . . . . $45.00 . . . . . . $55.00
(featuring Beverly Crawford and Donald Lawrence)
Social Action Luncheon . . . $60.00 . . . . . . $70.00
Delta Extravaganza . . . . . . . $65.00 . . . . . . $75.00
(formally the Signature Gala) (featuring the O’JAYS)
(Artists that have been invited include Toni Braxton, Eric
Jerome Dickey, Bill Dukes, Hank Stewart, and many more.)
*Collegiate Luncheon . . . . . . $45.00 . . . . . . $55.00
Literary Café . . . . . . . . . . . . $20.00 . . . . . . $30.00
*The Collegiate and Collegiate Hostess Registration Fee
includes the Collegiate Luncheon as long as tickets are
available.
Tickets must be purchased at the same time you
register for the convention. You will not be able
to log on and purchase tickets only. Tickets for
all subscription events/special activities are nonrefundable.
Tickets will be sold on-site based on availability.
Tickets sold on-site will cost an additional $10 per
ticket, per function.
9. PAYMENT
Sorors may pay their registration by credit card, (via
our secured web server online), cashiers check (no
personal checks), money order, or wire transfer.
a. Credit Card Payments:
Sorors paying by credit card do not click the
submit button more than once. If you encounter
an error, screen print the error page and send
it to [email protected].
Fee includes the Collegiate Luncheon as long as tickets are available.
b. Cashier’s Check and Money Order Payments:
Sorors paying by cashier’s check or money order will receive an order number. Print your
acknowledgment receipt and send a copy along
with your payment to:
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
P.O. Box 418194
Boston, MA 02241-8194
7. FAMILY REGISTRATION FEES
Adult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50.00
Children (12 and under). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25.00
c. Wire Transfer Payments:
Sorors paying by wire transfer will receive an
order number. Print your acknowledgment re-
(Registration closes April 30, 2015)
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
*The Collegiate and Collegiate Hostess Registration
Registration Information continued
ceipt. Complete the wire transfer form and take
to your respective bank for transaction. Mail a
copy of your completed wire transfer form and
acknowledgment receipt to:
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Attn: Finance Dept.
1707 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20009
Your payment must be received within ten (10)
business days from the date that you register to hold
your reservation and the tickets purchased. Your
registration will be canceled if the payment has
not been received.
10. REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION
For sorors registering with a credit card, an official
confirmation will be e-mailed within five (5) to seven
(7) business days of submission. An e-mail address
must be provided at the time of registration.
For sorors registering and paying by cashier’s check,
money order, or wire transfer, an official confirmation will be e-mailed within ten to fourteen (10-14)
business days, after receipt of your payment.
The Final Registration Confirmation, which includes your Registration Confirmation Letter and
instructions for registering, will be e-mailed to each
registered financial member on or before June
30, 2015. The barcode on the top of your Registration Confirmation Letter will be scanned on-site to
print your badge and tickets. The Registration Confirmation Letter must be signed by you and given to
the registrar to receive your convention materials.
Please be sure to review the contents of the Final
Confirmation Letter carefully and promptly upon receipt. Review for correct spelling of your name and
chapter affiliation. If you find an error, please send an
email to [email protected],
indicating the nature of the error within the Letter.
A corrected Registration Confirmation Letter will be
forwarded to you, if received and corrected by July
7, 2015. Otherwise, your Final Confirmation Letter
will be available for pickup at the registration desk
on site.
If you are registered and have not received this material by July 7, 2015, please notify the Registrar at
National Headquarters.
11. INCOMPLETE/INCORRECT REGISTRATION
Incomplete/incorrect registrations will not be processed.
12.DIGITAL PHOTO
Photos will be placed on the badge for identification
purposes for the 52nd National Convention.
Sorors MUST upload an individual photograph.
Submission of a photo and completion of the upload process is MANDATORY. Login to the Sisters
Only Member portal and under My Profile, click on
“view/edit profile” to update/upload your photo.
An official photo identification badge will be required in order to attend official activities and move
through the Convention Center and all convention
venues without disruption or delays.
Photos will be reviewed and approved by the staff
of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for registration
badge credentials and identification purposes.
13.BADGE PICKUP INFORMATION
All badges will be picked up on site by the registrant–Badges will NOT be mailed.
Names and photos will be verified on-site by comparison.
• To pick up your badge, you must present your
final confirmation.
• An individual’s final confirmation can only be
used once.
• A matching photo I.D. is required
To avoid standing in long lines, bring the final confirmation with you. You will be able to scan it at one
of the badge pickup stations to quickly receive your
official Delta Sigma Theta registration badge. Without it, you will need to wait in line to receive
your badge.
14.TRANSFER OF REGISTRATION
Convention registration transfers will ONLY be accepted/ completed/processed on-site. Convention
registration may be transferred in full from one Delta to another provided the transferee is financial for
the 2015-2016 fiscal year.
In order to transfer a registration, the Delta to whom
the registration is being transferred must present the
Registration Confirmation letter and a letter signed
by the soror whose fees are being used.
This letter must clearly state that the bearer has authorization for the transfer of the convention registration.
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• March 23 – March 27, 2015, the hours of operation will be extended to 7:00 p.m., EST
15.CANCELLATION POLICY
A portion of the Registration Fees paid in advance is
refundable upon the receipt of a written notification
to National Headquarters. Registration fees paid in
advance are refundable less a 50% cancellation fee,
if written notice is received and postmarked on or
before June 30, 2015.
Any refund requests received postmarked on or after July 1, 2015 will not be honored. The cost for
tickets for subscription events/special activities is
non-refundable.
Checks will be issued, approximately 120 days, after
the National Convention.
16.VOTING AND ALTERNATE DELEGATE
CERTIFICATION FORMS
The Voting and Alternate Delegate Certifications
Forms should be downloaded by the Chapter President from the Convention Chapter mailing in the
restricted area.
The Voting and Alternate Delegate must present the
Delegate Certification Form properly completed with
signatures. Financial sorors, who are not the voting
and alternate delegate, and who pay the registration
fee may attend the convention as a non-voting delegate and participate in all the activities, except voting.
The Registration Confirmation Letter must be presented in order to receive registration materials.
Annual/Grand Chapter dues are not accepted at the
convention site.
17. ONLINE REGISTRATION HELP DESK
If you encounter problems while you are attempting
to register, please screen print the respective error
page(s), and send them to Convention Services. You
may contact us via:
• Email – email your inquiry or error page to [email protected].
Expect to receive a response within 3-5 business
days. If you choose this option, email the error
page(s) referenced above, or,
• Call 202-469-4700 and fax the error page to 202986-2513, Attention Convention Services.
The hours of operation for registration assistance
are 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST, Monday – Friday.
• March 17 – March 20, 2015, the hours of operation will be extended to 7:00 p.m., EST
• March 21, 2015, the hours of operation will be
10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., EST.
• March 28, 2015, the hours of operation will be
10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., EST.
• April 27 – April 30, 2015, the hours of operation
will be extended to 7:00 p.m., EST.
18. HOUSING
Once you have registered for the convention you
will be able to link to the hotel bureau for housing.
The hotel link for hotel reservations is at the bottom
of your confirmation/order Number. Housing will
open on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 for All Delegates. Housing will close Tuesday, June 23, 2015.
Rooms have been blocked in twenty-one hotels.
Please refer to the hotel information for more details. You must be registered for the Convention in
order to secure hotel accommodations.
You will need your confirmation/order number in
order to secure hotel accommodations in Delta room
blocks. Reservations will be processed on a first come,
first served basis. Your hotel and room selection will
be confirmed before you end the session online.
Read all the hotel information carefully.
Please include the name of “Share With” if a
registered delegate in order to ensure that a shuttle
bus pass is received. Shuttle bus passes will be
issued at the Shuttle Bus Pass counter located in the
Convention Center.
Pay particular attention to refunds of deposits,
changes and cancellations. A non-refundable deposit equal to the first two nights’ room and tax
will be required to reserve a room. Deposits must be
made with a credit card only. Major credit cards
accepted are Master Card, Visa, American Express
and Discover.
If you have any questions, please contact Wyndham Jade Housing Service at 888-889-6405 (US/
Canada), 972-349-7477 (International), Monday –
Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. CST. Customer service
agents will assist with any changes to your room reservations, cancellations or other questions regarding
your hotel assignment.
19. EXHIBIT TRADE SHOW
Admittance to the Trade Show is by badge and pass
ONLY. Admission to the Trade Show for non-registered guests and friends is by pass. The cost of the
Trade Show Pass is $35 per day. Passes will only be
sold on-site.
20. SHUTTLE TRANSPORTATION
A shuttle transportation system will be designed to
operate for the 52nd National Convention in Houston, Texas. Shuttle bus passes will be distributed to
registered delegates within the official room block
at hotels that are not within walking distance to the
George R. Brown Convention Center. The walking
distance hotels are the Hilton Americas, Embassy
Suites Houston-Downtown, Four Seasons and Holiday Inn Express Houston Downtown. Shuttle bus
passes will not be supplied to registered guests.
When securing your housing accommodations, be
sure to include ALL registered delegates who will
be sharing the room with you under the sharewith
line item. All sharewiths must be listed by Monday,
June 1, 2015. Shuttle bus passes will NOT be sold!
You must be a registered delegate within the official
room block at a hotel that is not within walking distance to receive a shuttle bus pass.
Registered delegates will utilize their final registration confirmation to board the shuttle transportation system from the official convention hotels
that are not within walking distance to the George
R. Brown Convention Center on Thursday, July
23rd or Friday, July 24th only, depending on
your arrival date. Official shuttle bus passes will be
distributed at the Shuttle Bus Pass Desk located in
the registration area.
Beginning, Saturday, July 25th, all registered delegates within the official room block at hotels that are
not within walking distance must utilize the official
shuttle bus pass to board the shuttle transportation
system. A shuttle bus pass must be shown each time
you board the bus.
21. TRANSPORTATION TO THE CONVENTION
Information about the designated air carriers(s) will
be provided on the Online Convention site and the
Members Only Section. Avis, National and Enterprise have been designated as the official car rental
companies for the 52nd National Convention. (Information included.)
22.MOTORIZED SCOOTERS AND
WHEELCHAIRS
ScootAround, Inc. is providing scooter and wheelchair rentals for the convention. A toll free number
is provided for your convenience in placing orders.
ScootAround will take advance orders and will provide confirmations via mail, fax or email. Sorors
availing themselves of this rental service will be solely responsible for the scooters and wheelchairs. An
individual contract will be required with ScootAround. Payments for rentals are to be made directly
to ScootAround. (Information included)
23. ON-SITE INFORMATION CENTER
A “One Stop Shop” will be available for all information pertaining to the 52nd National Convention
during your stay in Houston. The On-Site Information Center will assist you in moving around and
functioning in the Convention venues and the city.
We will be ready to dispense all new information
pertaining to the activities and events of the convention, attractions and services in the city. This will be
your site to inquire about lost and found items and
to give and receive personal messages.
24.MEDICAL SUPPORT AND FIRST AID
Houston is a very humid city and the summer days
can be quite hot. You will need to keep your body
well hydrated. In addition you should wear light
clothing preferably of a cotton blend. The use of
sunscreen is also advisable. It is wise to carry a wrap
when entering the buildings. Be certain to bring
your medications along with a printed listing of any
relevant information pertinent to your health. You
are being encouraged to keep this list and a day’s
supply of medication preferably on your person or
in your purse or convention bag at all times. Don’t
forget to eat a good breakfast daily.
25.CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS (CEU)
OPPORTUNITY
The National Heritage and Archives Committee
is exploring the opportunity to provide a one day
workshop on Thursday, July 23, 2015 for which
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) can be earned.
A CEU is a unit of credit equal to 10 hours of participation in an accredited program designed for
professionals with certificates or licenses to practice
various professions.
A wide range of professionals are required to participate in continuing education programs for a certain
number of hours every year in order to keep their
certificates, or licenses to practice, current. The annual number of CEUs required varies by state and
profession.
A minimum charge of $85 will be required in order
to register and attend. This fee includes continental
breakfast, lunch and (Wi-Fi) access. Additional details as well as registration information will be available on the Sorority’s National Website.
This is an opportunity that you don’t want to miss!
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Registration Instructions
TO REGISTER ON-LINE:
*IMPORTANT TIP:* *During the registration process, in order to go back, utilize the
FUNCTION TABS/ NAVIGATION BAR at the top of each page. Please DO NOT use the
“BACK” button as it may adversely affect your registration experience.
1.
2.
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4.
Go to www.deltasigmatheta.org.
Select the “Members” link.
Select “Sisters Only Member Portal”.
Log in using the USERNAME AND PASSWORD created on the Sisters Only Member
Portal.
5. Select “Event Registration”.
6. Select “52nd National Convention” registration.
7. Read the Cancellation, Refund, Transfer Policy and click on “I Agree to the Terms”.
8. Review, Verify, and Update Personal Information.
9. Select “Registration” or “Delta Dear Registration” if appropriate.
**NOTE: Alumnae Members that are also Delta Dears should select the Delta Dear option
to receive the Delta Dear rate for the Convention Registration Fee.** *Hostess Chapter
Members will automatically receive hostess rate.
10. Select the Subscription Event Tickets you want to purchase. (Optional)
**NOTE: Please indicate the NUMBER OF TICKETS desired! Subscription events ARE
NOT included in the Convention Registration Fee except the Collegiate and Collegiate Hostess
Registration Fee includes the Collegiate Luncheon.
11. Select Choir Participation (optional).
12. Select Ribbons (check all that apply).
13. Register a Guest/s (optional). Select “Add Guest” to enter additional Guests.
14. Enter Guest/s Information.
15. Complete Survey Questions.
16. Verify Attendee/s Information and Pricing on Payment Information page.
17. Review all selections and verify amount to pay on the summary page.
**NOTE: Throughout the Registration Process, Verify Total Cost Amount**
18. Verify Total Amount on the “Final Review” page.
19. Select Payment Method of Payment. (Credit Card OR Certified Check or Money Order)
20. Select Payment Type.
21. Enter Payment Information if paying by Credit Card.
22. Verify Billing Information if paying by Credit Card.
23. Submit Order on “Payment Information” page (Only Press Submit ONCE).
24. Print Registration Order Summary Record.
25. Click the Link to access Hotel Accommodations.
26. Check email (provided in profile information) for confirmation.
27. To access Hotel Accommodations at a later time, logon to the Sisters Only Member Portal
and access “Click Here for Hotel Reservations” under Events.
Registration Checklist
Sorors, as you prepare to Register for the 52nd National Convention, here are a few tips to get you
prepared and to make the registration process a little easier.
Please be sure that you have created and or updated your account in the Sisters Only Member Portal prior to the
opening of registration.
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Have your Username and Password (created in the Sisters Only Member Portal)
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Know your Registration Category / Member Type
(Host Chapter, Alumnae members that are also Delta Dears should select the Delta Dear option in order to
receive the Delta Dear rate for the Convention)
TOTAL for Member Registration $
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Name and Telephone Number of Emergency Contact
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Be familiar with Subscription Ticket Prices (use this list as a guide)
Be sure to indicate the NUMBER OF ADDITIONAL TICKETS desired.
*NOTE: Subscription events ARE NOT included in the Convention Registration Fee except the
Collegiate and Collegiate Hostess Registration Fee includes the Collegiate Luncheon.
SUBSCRIPTION EVENT Delta Extravaganza
$ 65.00
* Collegiate Luncheon
$ 45.00
Greek Step Show
$ 45.00
Social Action Luncheon
$ 60.00
Gospel Concert
$ 45.00
Literary Café
$ 20.00
NUMBER OF TICKETS PRICE PER TICKET TOTAL for Subscription Tickets ❏
First and Last Name, City and State of Registered Guests
GUEST TYPE Adult Guest
$ 50.00
Child Guest
$ 25.00
NUMBER OF GUEST (PER TYPE) AMOUNT PER GUEST TOTAL PRICE
$
TOTAL PRICE
TOTAL for Registered Guests $
GRAND TOTAL FOR NATIONAL CONVENTION REGISTRATION
$
(Member Registration + Subscription Tickets + Guest/s Registration) ❏
Method of Payment information available
Credit Card Information: Type of Card, Card Number, Expiration Date, Cardholder’s Name, Billing Address
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Hotel Preference/s
To reserve housing, a Two Night non-refundable deposit will be required at the time the reservation is made. Credit Card
Information: Card Number, Expiration Date, Cardholder’s Name, Billing Address
Please print and complete this page as it will assist in a smooth navigation of the registration process.
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Reminders
1 Registration opens March 17, 2015 at 12:00 noon, EST.
2 Registration closes April 30, 2015 at 12:00 Midnight, EST or until capacity
is reached.
3 No Onsite Registration.
4 Housing opens March 17, 2015 at 12:00 noon, EST (Must be registered for the convention in
order to make hotel reservations.)
5 Housing will close Tuesday, June 23, 2015.
6 Deadline for purchase/receipt of the Souvenir Journal Ad is April 30, 2015.
7 Deadline to register for family activities, tours and events is June 15, 2015.
On-Site
1 Registration opens on Thursday, July 23, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
2 Voting Delegates are required to attend a REHEARSAL FOR THE FORMAL OPENING on
Thursday, July 23, 2015 at 4:30 p.m. Voting and Alternate Delegates are required to attend the
WORKING IN CONVENTION DELEGATE ORIENTATION SESSION on Thursday, July
23, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.
3 The Formal Opening will start at 7:45 a.m. on Saturday, July 25, 2015.
4 The Closing Banquet is at 7:45 p.m. on Wednesday, July 29, 2015.
5 Registration Confirmation
• Final Registration Confirmations will be emailed to registered
members that are financial for fiscal year 2015-2016 no later
than June 30, 2015.
• If you are registered and financial and have not received
your Final Registration Confirmation by July 7, 2015
please email Convention Services at conventionservices@
deltasigmatheta.org.
• Check your packet promptly upon receipt and verify that all
information is accurate and complete.
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Dates To Remember
• *Collegiate Luncheon – Saturday, July 25, 2015
• *Greek Step Show – Saturday, July 25, 2015
• *Gospel Concert – Sunday, July 26, 2015
• *Social Action Luncheon – Monday, July 27, 2015
• *Delta Extravaganza – Monday, July 27, 2015
*Subscription Events
WELCOME EVENT
Please join the Greater Houston
Area Chapters on Friday,
July 24, 2015, for our
Welcome Events. We will kick
off the day with our Western
Themed Trail Ride Parade
which will begin at 2:00 p.m.
Later join us for our Delta
“Chuck Wagon” for a taste of
Texas Cuisine. The trail will
end at Discovery Green Park
where we will be entertained
by the talented Houston based
Motown Review after which
we will paint the town RED!
Convention Tentative Schedule
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The Imporance of Booking Your Room Through Delta
MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS REGARDING HOUSING
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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.
alternate hotel and pay for one night accommodations.
This benefit is only extended to attendees at the “Official Convention Hotels.”
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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 and works with future hotels in
adjusting sleeping room blocks to match current trends.
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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. Shuttle transportation is
provided to registered delegates within the official room
block at hotels that are not within walking distance to
the convention center. 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 at an official hotel 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
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.
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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.
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Accommodations and Hotel Rates
DELTA WILL ONLY PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE OFFICIAL CONVENTION HOTELS
THAT ARE NOT WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO THE CONVENTION CENTER.
A BUS PASS WILL BE REQUIRED TO ACCESS THE SHUTTLE BUSSES.
DISTANCE TO
SINGLE/
TRIPLE/(T)
HOTEL
CONVENTION
HOTEL NAME
DOUBLE
QUAD (Q)
TAX
CENTER AND DISTRICT
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Hilton Americas Houston (Headquarter Hotel)
$169.00
1600 Lamar, Houston, TX 77010
$179.00
17%
$189.00
2
Hyatt Regency Houston (Co-Headquarter Hotel)
1200 Louisiana Street, Houston, TX 77002
$169.00
$169.00
17%.86 miles
3
Courtyard Houston Downtown Convention Center
$189.00
916 Dallas Street, Houston, TX 77002
$194.00
$199.00
17%.68 miles
4
Crowne Plaza Houston Downtown
1700 Smith Street, Houston, TX 77002
$169.00
$179.00
17%
1.3 miles
5
Crowne Plaza River Oaks
2712 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77098
$149.00
$149.00
17%
5.62 miles
6
Doubletree Houston Downtown
$159.00
$159.00
17%.99 miles
7
Doubletree Suites – Galleria
$152.00
5353 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX 77056
$162.00
$172.00
17%
8
Embassy Suites Houston – Downtown
$192.00
$212.00
17%.31 miles
(Walking Distance)
9
Four Seasons
$205.00
1300 Lamar Street, Houston, TX 77010
$255.00
17%.56 miles
$305.00
(Walking Distance)
10
Hilton Post Oak Houston
2001 Post Oak Blvd., Houston, TX 77056
$159.00
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Holiday Inn Express Houston Downtown
$174.00
Convention Center
1810 Bell Avenue, Houston, TX 77003
$184.00
17%.50 miles
$194.00
(Walking Distance)
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Hotel Derek
2525 West Loop South, Houston, TX 77027
$149.00
$149.00
17%
7.72 miles
13
Houston Marriott West Loop by Galleria
$129.00
$129.00
17%
8.6 miles
14
JW Marriott Houston Downtown
806 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002
$229.00
$239.00
$249.00
$259.00
17%
1.14 miles
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JW Marriott Houston Galleria
5150 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX 77056
$139.00
$139.00
17%
8.54 miles
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Magnolia Hotel
$199.00
1100 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX 77002
$229.00
$239.00
17%.95 miles
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Omni Houston Hotel
$145.00
Four Riverway, Houston, TX 77056
$155.00
$165.00
17%
10.2 miles
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Royal Sonesta
$149.00
$159.00
$169.00
$179.00
17%
8.24 miles
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Sheraton Suites Houston Galleria
$159.00
$169.00
17%
8.11 miles
20
Springhill Suites Downtown Convention Center
$194.00
$199.00
$204.00
17%.98 miles
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Westin Galleria & Westin Oaks Houston
5060 W. Alabama, Houston, TX 77056
$159.00
17%
$159.00
$144.00
17%
Connected to the Convention Center
(Walking Distance)
8.61 miles
9.13 miles
7.98 miles
SUITES ARE AVALABLE ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVE BASIS.
PLEASE USE THE SUITE REQUEST FORM TO SECURE A SUITE.
THE HOTELS LISTED ABOVE ARE THE ONLY OFFICIAL HOTELS IN DELTA’S OFFICIAL ROOM BLOCK.
SHUTTLE BUS PASSES WILL BE DISTRIBUTED TO REGISTERED DELEGATES WITHIN THE OFFICIAL ROOM BLOCK
AT HOTELS THAT ARE NOT WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO THE CONVENTION CENTER.
Official Convention Hotels
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or your convenience, descriptions of the hotels are provided below. The official Headquarters hotels
for the 52nd National Convention are the Hilton Americas Houston and the Hyatt Regency
Houston. Twenty-one hotels will house sorors, guests, their families, vendors and others attending
the event. Shuttle transportation is provided to registered delegates within the official room block at hotels
that are not within walking distance to the convention center.
HILTON AMERICAS HOUSTON
The Hilton Americas-Houston hotel is located in
the heart of Downtown Houston, Texas and directly
connected via two indoor skybridges to the George R.
Brown Convention Center. Guests will enjoy all the
luxuries of home at Houston’s largest hotel, plus all
the amenities needed whether traveling for business or
pleasure. The hotel offers guests the unbeatable combination of the best location in the city
of Houston plus quick and easy access to most any type of dining and
entertainment imaginable including
Discovery Green urban park, Toyota
Center basketball and concert arena,
Minute Maid Park baseball park,
GreenStreet entertainment complex
and BBVA Compass soccer stadium,
plus the Theater District and Bayou Place entertainment complex.
Whether traveling for a business meeting or pleasure
getaway, Hilton Americas-Houston is the perfect choice
every time.
HYATT REGENCY HOUSTON
Situated in the heart of downtown’s thriving business
and entertainment districts, Hyatt Regency Houston,
a AAA four diamond hotel, is connected to high-end
shops, restaurants and services via the city’s famous
seven-mile tunnel.
Walk to events at the nearby George R. Brown
Convention Center. Take in a game at Toyota Center or score a win this season at Minute Maid Park
with our Home Run Package. Be sure to save time to
enjoy a show downtown’s Theater District or explore
the shops along historic Main Street. A quick ride on
Houston’s METRO Light Rail, with stops just seconds
from our Houston hotel, will take you to the renowned
Museum District, Children’s Museum, the Houston
Zoo, the Texas Medical Center or Reliant Park.
COURTYARD HOUSTON DOWNTOWN
CONVENTION CENTER
Old-style luxury and state-of-the-art technology converge at the recently-updated Courtyard Houston
Downtown hotel just a 10-minute walk from the
George R. Brown Convention Center. A true stand-out
among downtown Houston hotels for our historical
ambiance housed in the 1921 Humble Oil Building’s
neo-classical exterior with polished
rose marble and original brass elevator doors. Guests enjoy modern
perks such as property-wide, free
WiFi, a media library and work pods
as well as our interactive GoBoard
to access the latest news, weather
and airport conditions.
The highlight of our lobby experience is The Bistro. Eat. Drink.
Connect., which offers guests food
and beverage selections in the morning and new dinner
service. Our downtown Houston hotel is within walking distance or a free shuttle ride to Minute Maid Park,
Convention Center and Toyota Center. A short ride on
the Metro Light Rail takes you to NRG Park and the
Museum District.
CROWNE PLAZA HOUSTON
DOWNTOWN
Set in the heart of the Central Business District, the
Crowne Plaza Houston Downtown offers an unparalleled location near leading leisure and business
destinations such as Houston’s Toyota Center, Rice
University, and Minute Maid Park. Less than 1 mile
from the George R. Brown Convention Center, the
Downtown Houston hotel is within walking distance
to fine dining and shopping, plus just 4 blocks from
the Metro LightRail. Take advantage of complimentary
shuttle service to all Downtown Houston destinations,
including the Convention Center, Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park, Houston Theatre District, as well as the
Metro LightRail Main Station.
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CROWNE PLAZA RIVER OAKS
Location, location, location! The Galleria, the Texas Medical Center, Reliant Park, Minute Maid Park,
Toyota Center, Greenway Plaza and downtown Houston - our hotel is just minutes away from it all. From
our great central location, visit The Galleria, The Texas
Medical Center, Reliant Park, Minute Maid Park, Toyota Center, Greenway Plaza and Downtown Houston.
DOUBLETREE HOUSTON DOWNTOWN
The Doubletree by Hilton hotel in downtown Houston,
TX is conveniently located in the heart of the business
and financial district at the intersection of I-10 and
I-45. The hotel is perfectly situated for access to the
Allen Center buildings and Heritage Plaza. Be welcomed with a signature warm DoubleTree Chocolate
Chip Cookie, and take advantage of the complimentary
shuttle service to downtown Houston areas.
This contemporary downtown Houston hotel’s
guest rooms are bathed in natural light from floor-toceiling windows and offer scenic city skyline views.
Choose the room that’s right for you. We offer different size rooms and layouts to fit your individual travel
needs. Stay connected to the office, family and friends
with WiFi access available in all guest rooms.
DOUBLETREE SUITES - GALLERIA
Receive a warm welcome and a signature DoubleTree
chocolate chip cookie at DoubleTree Suites by Hilton
Hotel Houston by the Galleria.
The 100% non-smoking Houston,
TX hotel is 30 to 45 minutes from
Hobby and George Bush Intercontinental airports. This Houston
Galleria hotel’s location is convenient to world-class restaurants,
entertainment venues and popular
attractions. Stay with us and be
just one block from the Galleria
Mall, featuring over 350 shopping
and dining outlets.
EMBASSY SUITES HOUSLTON
DOWNTOWN CONVENTION CENTER
Embassy Suites Houston-Downtown is a high-rise
hotel overlooking Discovery Green Park. The 262-suite
downtown Houston hotel is only steps away from
the Houston Center Business District, the George R.
Brown Convention Center, Houston Astros Minute
Maid Park, Houston Rockets Toyota Center, Houston
Dynamo BBVA Compass Stadium, GreenStreet Entertainment Complex and the Park Shops at Houston
Center.
With spacious two-room suites feature a separate
living area and private bedroom. Each suite has a
sofa bed, dining/work table, microwave, coffeemaker,
mini-refrigerator, two flat-screen HDTVs, an alarm/
clock radio with MP3 connection, two phones with
data ports and WiFi access.
FOUR SEASONS
In the heart of downtown’s business district and just
steps from Houston’s renowned cultural attractions,
luxury Four Seasons Hotel Houston blends warm
sophistication with Texan charm. This 20-storey tower
of five-star Four Seasons Hotel Houston features 404
spacious guest rooms, including 103 luxury hotel suites
and 12 specialty suites. The residential-style rooms mix
traditional and contemporary décor, while extra-large
bay windows showcase city and pool views.
HILTON POST OAK HOUSTON
Hilton Houston Post Oak boasts an ideal location
near the Houston Galleria Mall in the center of Houston’s uptown business district. The Houston hotel
offers easy access to numerous corporate headquarters
and George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) and Houston
Hobby (HOU) airports, only 30
minutes away. Discover Houston’s downtown area using the
complimentary shuttle service
within three miles of the hotel,
or relax by the rooftop pool with
spacious sundeck and covered
patio.
Designed by world-renowned
architect I.M. Pei, this stylish and
sophisticated Houston Galleria
hotel features signature glass archways and comfortable surroundings. Relax in our oversized rooms with
private balconies or, if you need more space, reserve a
suite with a wet bar, microwave, and mini-refrigerator.
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOUSTON
DOWNTOWN CONVENTION CENTER
The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Houston
Downtown Convention Center features 90 guest rooms
and 22 suites. Each room features two phone lines with
data ports and voicemail, complimentary local calls,
coffemaker,full size iron and ironing board, high speed
internet access, and in-room Pay-per-view movies. Each
suite offers a refrigerator, microwave, and sofa bed.
Each morning a complimentary Deluxe Continental
breakfast is served featuring bakery fresh Danish. To make your
stay even more relaxing, the hotel
offers an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, and whirlpool.
In addition to these services we
also offer guest laundry facilities,
a fitness center, Business Center,
and a panoramic meeting room.
Parking is complimentary and is
conveniently located on the Trolley Shuttle Route for Downtown.
HOTEL DEREK
When Hotel Derek opened in 2002, it was the first independent hotel in Houston. Today, it remains the only
independent boutique hotel inside the Houston 610
Loop, experience a new kind of hospitality-one where
unparalleled service and luxury amenities allow you to
appreciate being In The Moment and In The Loop.
Named for the city’s black gold roots, a play on the
“derrick” drilling rig, Hotel Derek’s guestrooms and
suites are overflowing with modern details and stylish
comforts inspired by fashionably chic Texas décor.
HOUSTON MARRIOTT WEST LOOP BY
GALLERIA
Houston Marriott West Loop by the Galleria, welcomes
you with contemporary décor, outstanding amenities,
and signature Marriott service. Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere just minutes from great shopping and dining at
the Houston Galleria. And with complimentary shuttle
service to and from the mall, plus even more upscale
shopping in chic Uptown Park nearby, it is the ideal
destination for Houston shopping trips. Make yourself
at home in lavishly appointed guest rooms, featuring plush bedding, spacious areas to work and relax,
high-speed Internet access, and flat screen TV’s. On-
site amenities include a relaxing indoor atrium pool,
expanded fitness center, Concierge levels, our own
Southwestern restaurant, Alexander, and the relaxing
Fairways Lounge.
JW MARRIOTT HOUSTON DOWNTOWN
Set in the historic Samuel F. Carter skyscraper, the JW
Marriott Houston Downtown eloquently carries the
rich legacy of the city forward, blending past and present in a dynamic fusion. This luxury hotel showcases
paintings and sculptures created
by local artists for a dose of Southern hospitality. A Houston-themed
restaurant, Main Kitchen, paired
with our premier Spa by JW and
16,000 square feet of Houston
event space make the accommodations ideal for business and leisure
travelers alike. Convenient to the
George R. Brown Convention
Center, Minute Maid Park and the
Texas Medical Center, the hotel is
linked to the area’s popular attractions and downtown
areas via public transit. Technologically advanced guest
rooms boast iPads to order room service or summon the
valet, 55-inch flat-screen HDTVs with 120 channels
and complimentary wireless Internet access. Professional staff members offer personalized service and
in-depth local knowledge. The JW Marriott Houston
Downtown takes luxury to a whole new level.
JW MARRIOTT HOUSTON GALLERIA
Setting the standard for exceptional accommodations
and amenities, this Houston luxury hotel is just steps
from one of the most famous shopping districts in
the world, and only minutes from attractions such as
Minute Maid Park. Enjoy the convenience of a Houston Galleria hotel within easy walking distance to
more than 200 exclusive stores, fine-dining, and entertainment. The JW Marriott is also near renowned
museums, art galleries, and botanical gardens. An array
of on-site hotel amenities include a state-of-the-art
fitness center, private rooftop indoor/outdoor pool, hot
tub, Starbucks, and stunning banquet halls. Our hotel
near the Houston Galleria is also home to fine-dining,
including Destino, offering delectable farm to fork cuisine. Spacious guestrooms at this Houston luxury hotel
boast down comforters, custom duvets and cotton-rich
linens.
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MAGNOLIA HOTEL
The Magnolia Hotel Houston is housed in the historic
former Post Dispatch Building. The 254,000 squarefoot, 22-story building was built in 1926 and hailed as
one of the most impressive office buildings in the state.
The boutique hotel in Houston opened in March 2003
after a full renovation, re-establishing the property as
one of the area’s most distinctive structures. In 2009,
the hotel was renovated to offer all new common areas,
a new lounge, newly designed ballroom, and executive
suites on the 22nd floor.
OMNI HOUSTON HOTEL
Discover a luxurious oasis at Omni Houston Hotel.
Situated on impeccably manicured grounds, the Houston Galleria hotel features the finest in Houston accommodations with 378 spacious guest rooms, including 33
luxury suites, all with sensational views of the city or
pool area. Enjoy the nightlife at Black Swan or signature dining at NOÉ GRILL.
Omni Houston Hotel is centrally located in the
prestigious Uptown Post Oak/Galleria area and is just
minutes from all of the excitement that Houston, Texas
has to offer. You are just 10 minutes by car from the
central business district and 30 minutes from George Bush Intercontinental
Airport or 25 minutes from William P.
Hobby Airport. Of course, the exceptional amenities and Four Diamond service
may make it hard to leave your room.
ROYAL SONESTA
Located in the heart of the Galleria area,
the newly renovated, AAA rated Four
Diamond Royal Sonesta Hotel Houston
is in the shopping, dining and entertainment hub of Uptown Houston. This
23-story modern hotel is conveniently
positioned near key destinations including Downtown, the Texas Medical Center, the Museum
and Theater Districts, Montrose/Midtown, Reliant
Park and the Energy Corridor.
SHERATON SUITES HOUSTON GALLERIA
Sheraton Suites Houston Near the Galleria, located just
a short distance from the Galleria Houston, is a newly
renovated, full-service, all suites hotel. This hotel has
281 guest rooms that are all beautifully refreshed and
fully furnished with their signature Sheraton Sweet
Sleeper bed, flat screen LCD TV, and much more. Mere
minutes from boutique shopping, this Houston Hotel is
the perfect destination for a weekend of retail therapy.
SPRINGHILL SUITES DOWNTOWN
CONVENTION CENTER
Be among the first to experience the brand new Spring
Hill Suites Houston Downtown hotel. This all-suite
hotel is just steps from the George R. Brown Convention Center and seamlessly blends design and functionality offering the modern amenities you need to
stay refreshed and focused—all at an affordable price.
Spacious suites and vibrant lobbies offer flexible spaces
perfect for working, meeting or relaxing. Take the
stress out of travel with free WiFi, social lobby lounge
and 24-hr fitness center. Enjoy the complimentary new
breakfast with fresh choices for a customized start to
your day - like eggs with local salsa or Greek yogurt
and oatmeal complete with a toppings bar for a variety
of options. Quite simply, from business trips to leisurely journeys, the SpringHill Suites Houston Downtown
hotel is a breath of fresh air.
WESTIN GALLERIA AND
WESTIN OAKS HOUSTON
Obtain ultimate relaxation at the Westin
Hotel in Houston in one of their 406
spacious Houston accommodations featuring contemporary style and upgraded
amenities including updated technology,
flat-screen televisions and well-designed
work areas that cater to travelers. Plus,
enjoy relaxing amenities such as The
Westin Heavenly Bed® and Heavenly
Bath® products that will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Unwind at the new Galleria Houston restaurant, the White Oaks Kitchen + Drinks.
Renew your mind and body with WestinWORKOUT®
Fitness Studio state-of-the-art equipment or refresh in
the outdoor heated pool. When you stay at The Westin
Oaks Houston at the Galleria, you will leave feeling
better than when you arrived.
Housing Procedures and Instructions
(PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)
Delta Sigma Theta has partnered with Wyndham Jade Housing to administer Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s room block for the
52nd National Convention. Once you have registered for the convention online, you will link to Wyndham Jade to make your
housing reservation. Please keep in mind that you will not be able to reserve housing until you have registered for the Convention. Online reservations are available 24 hours/day.
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52ND NATIONAL CONVENTION RATES
To receive the 52nd National Convention rates as listed,
you must make reservations after you have registered online
for the convention. Twenty-one hotels are participating as
official Convention hotels.
HOTEL RESERVATIONS
The Delta/Wyndham Jade Housing Bureau will provide
an easy and convenient way for you to make your hotel
reservations online. Reservations are processed on a first
come, first served basis. General housing reservations will
begin Tuesday, March 17, 2015. The Delta/Wyndham Jade
Housing Bureau has been instructed to honor requests
received on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 for Non-Voting Delegates and thereafter until the cut-off date, Tuesday, June 23,
2015. Requests received prior to the effective date will not
be honored. Requests received after the cut-off date will be
processed by the hotels and based on the current hotel rate
and availability.
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MODIFICATIONS/CHANGES
Customer service agents will assist with any changes to
your room reservations, cancellations, or other questions
regarding your hotel reservation. For modifications/
changes call 888-889-6405 (US/Canada), 972-349-7477
(International) Monday – Friday, 8AM - 6:30PM CST or
email [email protected].
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CANCELLATIONS
Cancellations of reservations may be processed via the web
and/or must be submitted in writing and forwarded by email
to: [email protected]. on or before Tuesday, June
23, 2015. Please keep in mind that if your reservation is
cancelled, your deposit will be forfeited. If you are not able to
honor your reservation, you may sell your room to another soror; however the seller and buyer are responsible for
working out the deposit transaction. The convention hotels
will not refund any deposits. Please remember to modify the
name on your room reservation to reflect the change.
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DEPOSIT REQUIRED
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Delta/Wyndham Jade Housing Bureau will collect a
TWO (2) NIGHT NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT for
each room plus appropriate taxes (currently 17.5%) at the
time of the reservation. Deposits are required for all reservations. Major credit cards (MasterCard, Visa, American
Express, and Discover) are accepted. CHECKS, MONEY
ORDERS AND WIRE TRANSFERS ARE NOT ACCEPTED. Credit cards will be charged the advance deposit as well
as a one-time Non-Refundable $7.00 fee per reservation at
the time of booking. Attendees will only be able to book a
maximum of 1 room during the Voting Delegate Registration
and 2 rooms during General Registration.
RESERVATION DEADLINE DATE
All reservations must be made on or before Tuesday, June 23,
2015. Please note that after the cutoff date, Wyndham Jade
cannot guarantee availability or discounted group rates for
the Sorority’s block of rooms.
REFUND OF DEPOSIT
Please note that deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE. If your
reservation is cancelled, your deposit will be forfeited. Failure to check-in to your hotel on the designated arrival date
will result in a no-show charge by the hotel, your entire reservation will be cancelled, and your deposit will be forfeited.
Confirmation: Your hotel acknowledgement will be generated online upon completion of your hotel reservation
and automatically sent to the email address provided. Your
confirmation (Web ID) number is assigned by Delta Housing
and assures that the hotel will honor the reservation. You
may receive another confirmation from the hotel with their
unique hotel internal confirmation number.
If you have not received acknowledgement of your
reservation within seven (7) days, please contact the Delta
Housing Bureau at 888-889-6405 (US/Canada), or 972-3497477 (International/Local).
ROOM TAX/RATES
Quoted rates do not include room taxes of 17.5%. All taxes
are subject to change.
GENERAL QUESTIONS
Please note that new reservations will not be taken via
phone. Attendees must first be registered for the convention
before they are allowed to secure housing with the official
hotels. For general questions you may use the numbers
below:
888-889-6405 (US/Canada)
972-349-7477 (International)
Monday – Friday, 8AM - 6:30PM CST
ONLINE REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2015 FOR NON-VOTING DELEGATES.
THE CUTOFF TO SECURE DISCOUNTED DELTA HOUSING RESERVATIONS IS TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2015.
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52nd National Convention Commemorative Journal
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he hostess chapters are looking forward to
welcoming you to the 52nd National Convention in Houston, Texas. The Commemorative Journal Committee requests your
support in making the convention a memorable and
enjoyable occasion by purchasing an ad for the 52nd
National Convention Commemorative Journal. Don’t
miss your chance to be a part of this cherished keepsake that will be distributed to registered participants
at this historic meeting of the sisterhood.
Ads are welcomed from collegiate and alumnae
chapters individual Sorors and businesses. We are
pleased to offer ads in various sizes at reasonable
prices. This is just one of the steps our team is taking
to ensure that all regions of the sisterhood are well
represented in the 52nd Convention Commemorative
Journal.
Full Page................... 7.5” x 10”
Half Page..................... 7.5” x 5”
Quarter Page............. 3.75” x 5”
PATRON LEVELS:
Rancher
Trail Boss
Wrangler
To ensure an excellent quality publication you are
asked to submit high-resolution digital format-ready
ads. Ads should be submitted in either PDF or JPEG
format, both of which are widely used file formats.
Please submit the commemorative souvenir journal
submission form, a printed copy of the ad, and the
appropriate payment. Note: Ads that are not submitted
in digital camera ready format will incur an additional
fee of $50.00 for typesetting.
All ads must be received by April 30, 2015.
Any ads received after the final deadline, April 30,
2015, will not appear in the 52nd National Convention Commemorative Journal.
If you have any questions, please contact the 52nd
National Convention Commemorative Journal Committee at [email protected].
Thank you for your interest and we look forward
to receiving your ad.
Sincerely,
Joi Beasley
Shirley M. Johnson
Chairs, 52nd National Convention
Commemorative Journal Committee
SUBMISSION FORM
1. Please print the following information regarding the chapter
or person submitting the ad:
Contact Name: __________________________________________
Chapter/Business/Organization:____________________________
_______________________________________________________
Mailing Address:_________________________________________
City/State/Zip Code:______________________________________
Daytime Phone Number:__________________________________
2. Please check the appropriate boxes that describe the ad
submitted:
CHECK
✔ BOX AD SIZE
PRICE
DIGITAL
FORMAT
DESIGN LAYOUT
MSW FILE
Full Page
$625.00 PDF/JPEG
+50.00
Half Page
$375.00 PDF/JPEG
+50.00
Fourth Page
$225.00 PDF/JPEG
+50.00
PATRON
LEVELS:
Rancher
$75.00
N/A
$50.00
N/A
$25.00
N/A
Trail Boss
Wrangler
TOTAL AMOUNT SUBMITTED $_____________________________
3. Package the ad for mailing. Package should include a
completed 52nd National Convention Commemorative
Journal Submission Form, a printed copy of the ad, and
a money order /cashier’s check payable to the DST 52nd
National Convention.
4. Mail the package to:
DST Commemorative Journal Committee
P.O. Box 2647
Houston, Texas 77252-2647
All ads must be received by April 30, 2015. Thank you for
your interest and we look forward to receiving your ad!
The 52nd National Convention Commemorative Journal
Committee reserves the right to edit and publish submissions to
ensure compliance with the policies and standards of Delta Sigma
Theta Sorority, Inc.
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Family Activities and Tours
WELCOME TO HOUSTON
Welcome to the wonderful and exciting city of Houston, Texas! Our city boasts of
a spectacular arts community, huge opportunities for shopping, and outstanding
restaurants. While you are visiting with us, make sure you try out many cuisines
from Indian to Ethiopian foods. Attractions are a few scenic minutes away from
the convention center. From the center of the city, you can reach the Premium Outlet malls in 30 minutes, the Galleria in 15 minutes,
and the museum district and theater district in 10 minutes. The population is diverse and the people are full of the
expected “Southern charm.” As the largest city in Texas and the fourth largest city in the United States, Houston provides fun for adults and
children, leaving you and your family with numerous options for adventures while you visit with us.
G O A H E A D , EXP L ORE H OUS TON!
ter! You’ll explore the place where space history was
made with a tour of the facility that regularly sends
astronauts to the moon. Once the shuttle service drops
you off at NASA, you’ll be free to roam Space Center
Houston, the visitor’s center that houses a number of
exhibits. An official NASA tour guide will accompany
you through the center and provide you with information and fun facts.
HOUSTON CITY TOURS
HOUSTON CITY TOUR LIVE
90 minutes; Price $29.95; Depart Fri. & Sat. 10
a.m., 11 a.m., Noon
Admire the most symbolic
and breathtaking Houston
Romantic sites. Hop on/Hop
Off Tour includes Downtown City Lights, Memorial,
Buffalo Bayou, Stadiums,
Discovery Green park, Museum District, Texas Medical
Center, Rice University, and Buffalo Soldiers Museum
SPACE CENTER HOUSTON
6 hrs; Price: $79.95;
Depart Sat. & Sun. 10
a.m.
You will first tour through
central Houston and its
most visited attraction,
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GALVESTON ISLAND TOUR LIVE
6 hrs; Price: $98.95;
Depart Sat. & Sun. 10
a.m.
Enjoy the best sites in
Houston and to its neighbor city, Galveston. Nicknamed Oleander City,
Galveston is famous for its beaches, historic sites, and
seaside restaurants and specialty shops. OUTLET SHOPPING
HOUSTON PREMIUM OUTLET
6 hrs; Price: $65.00; Daily
9 a.m.
Find impressive savings at
Armani Exchange, Burberry,
Coach, Cole Haan, Elie Tahari, J.Crew, Kate Spade New
York, Kenneth Cole, Lacoste,
Michael Kors, Nautica, Nike, Saks Fifth Avenue Off
5th, Tory Burch, St. John and David Yurman. www.
premiumoutlets.com
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OTHER ATTRACTIONS TO
VISIT ON YOUR OWN
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF HOUSTON
Cost: Adults, Children $9.00
The Children’s Museum of Houston is
located in the Museum District. The
museum is one of 190
children’s museums
in the United States,
with 15 located in
Texas. The museum houses numerous colorful play areas, games, and
shows. It is a “playground for your mind”. It offers a
spacious Fresh Cafe, offering nutritious eats and treats
for any time of day.
BUFFALO SOLDIERS NATIONAL
MUSEUM
General Admission: $10.00 adult; $5.00 student
(including college W/ID); Senior 60-older, military,
children 5-under are FREE
3816 Caroline St, Houston, TX 77004
(713) 942-8920
Exhibit Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10
a.m.-5 p.m.; Free Admission
on Thurs. 1 p.m.-5 p.m.; Sat.
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
The Buffalo Soldiers National
Museum (BSNM) a non-profit 501(c)(3) institution was
founded in the year 2000
by a Vietnam veteran and
African American military
historian, Captain Paul J.
Matthews. The museum’s Historian is Dr. Franklin D.B. Jackson, a highly decorated
Vietnam veteran. Currently, Major Charles Williams,
Historian and former member of the United States
Army, serves as the Museum’s Chief Docent. The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum is a proud member of
the Houston Museum District. We are the only Museum dedicated primarily to preserving the legacy and
honor of the African-American soldier, in the United
States of America. http://buffalosoldiermuseum.com/
HOUSTON MUSEUM OF
AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE
Cost: Free
4807 Caroline Street,
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 526-1015
Hours of Operation: Tues., Wed., Fri., & Sat. 10
a.m.-6 p.m.; Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun. Noon-6 p.m.
The mission of the Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is to collect, conserve, explore,
interpret, and exhibit the material and intellectual
culture of Africans and African Americans in Houston,
the state of Texas, the southwest and the African Diaspora for current and future generations.
In fulfilling its mission, HMAAC seeks to invite
and engage visitors of every race and background, and
to inspire children of all ages through discovery-driven
learning. HMAAC is a museum for all people. While
our focus is the African American experience, our
story in Texas informs and includes not only people of
color, but people of all colors. As a result, the stories
and exhibitions that HMAAC will bring to Texas are
about the indisputable fact that while our experience is
a unique one, it has been impacted by numerous races,
genders and ethnicities. http://hmaac.org/index.php
DOWNTOWN
ATTRACTIONS
DISCOVERY GREEN
Free admission; Open daily 6
a.m.-11 p.m.
Discovery Green is a public park located on Avenida de
las Americas across from the George R. Brown Convention Center and the Hilton Americas hotel. The park
includes a lake, bandstands and venues for public performances, two dog runs, a children’s area and multiple
recreational areas.
DOWNTOWN TUNNEL SYSTEM
Open daily 6 a.m.-6 p.m.
The downtown Tunnel System is an interconnected
series of restaurants, shops, etc. servicing all those who
wish to avoid the Houston weather, while walking
around in air-conditioned comfort over the course of
several miles. 52 ND NATIONAL CONVENTION
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The Bob Lanier Public Works building is one of
the westernmost buildings with access to the tunnel
system. For tunnel system maps, visit www.houstondowntown.com
HOUSTON’S THEATER DISTRICT
The Theater District is located in
the heart of downtown and is home
to nine of Houston’s performing
arts organizations and six performance halls. Houston is one of only
five cities in the United States with
permanent professional resident
companies in all of the major performing arts disciplines: opera (Houston Grand Opera), ballet (Houston
Ballet), music (Houston Symphony Orchestra), and
theatre (Alley Theatre).
The city has visual and performing arts organizations, along with a dose of homegrown folk art such as
Art Cars. Houston is widely recognized as an important city for contemporary visual arts.
DOWNTOWN DINING AND
SHOPPING
THE SHOPS AT HOUSTON CENTER
Retail Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 10
a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. Closed
Food Court Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 9
a.m.-3 p.m.
Restaurant Hours: Mon.- Sun. Hours vary
The Shops at Houston
Center offer a great line-up
of restaurants, stores, and
services within walking distance for the Downtowner
on the go. Whatever you are
after—the latest hairstyle,
techno-gadgets, filet mignon,
you can find it and more at The Shops.
GREENSTREET
GreenStreet is home to Lucky Strike, House of Blues,
McCormick & Schmick’s and the brand new Comcast
SportsNet, as well as the regional headquarters for
NRG Energy, Inc., one of the leading providers in the
country. Conveniently
located, with easy access
to Discovery Green and
its neighboring attractions, the multi-purpose
project includes four
city blocks of premier
shopping, dining and
entertainment alongside
Class-A offices.
MUSEUM DISTRICT
ATTRACTIONS
HERMANN PARK
Hermann Park is one
of Houston’s most-visited public parks. It is
located between Fannin
Street and Cambridge
Street. It is in walking distance from the
Texas Medical Center,
Rice University, and
the Museum District and within a few miles of the
Third Ward, the historic Astrodome and NRG Stadium
(home of the Houston Texans).
This historic 445-acre park space is home to numerous cultural institutions including the Houston
Zoo, Houston Garden Center, Miller Outdoor Theatre,
Houston Museum of Natural Science, and the Hermann Park Golf Course, which was the first desegregated public golf course in the United States.
MUSEUM DISTRICT DINING
AND SHOPPING
RICE VILLAGE
Rice Village has been one of
Houston’s oldest shopping destinations since the 1930’s. It is a
collection of shops, restaurants
and pubs, situated about a half-mile west of Rice University’s 300-acre campus.
The core “Rice Village” extends over ten city
blocks, and is host to over 300 shops in a 16-block area.
Rice Village is known for its many small and eclectic
shops and boutiques. The Village is host to dozens of
restaurants specializing in food from all over the world.
GALLERIA ATTRACTIONS
HOUSTON
ARBORETUM AND
NATURE CENTER
Visitors can walk 5 miles of
trails free of charge
Located on the western
edge of Memorial Park, the Houston Arboretum and
Nature Center (HANC) offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and the opportunity to experience the natural world. This 155-acre non-profit urban
nature sanctuary provides education about the natural
environment to Houstonians of all ages. Visit www.
houstonarboretum.org.
RIENZI MANSION
1 Hour Tours: Wed.-Sat. 10
a.m., 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30
p.m., and 3:30 p.m. On Sunday,
Tours begin at 1 p.m., 2 p.m.,
3 p.m., and 4 p.m. Call (713)
639-7800 to schedule your tour. Visitors without
reservations will be accommodated as space permits.
Rienzi, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH)
house museum for European decorative arts and paintings, is situated on four acres of wooded gardens in
the historic River Oaks neighborhood, about five miles
from the main MFAH campus and about two miles
from Bayou Bend, the MFAH house museum for American decorative arts and paintings.
Rienzi welcomes visitors for tours, family programs, lectures, music performances, and a variety of
special events. Visit [email protected]
GALLERIA DINING AND
SHOPPING
GALLERIA MALL
Shuttle service is available from the Brown Convention Center to the Galleria and back to the convention
center.
The Galleria is the largest mall in Texas and the
eighth-largest in the United
States. It contains 2.4 million
square feet of space, 400 fine
stores and restaurants, two
high-rise hotels, skating rink,
and three office towers. The Galleria is anchored by
Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue and
Macy’s. Visit: www.simon.com
POST OAK PLAZA
Nestled among prestigious
neighborhoods, Uptown Houston (Post Oak Plaza) is home to the
largest number of couture retailers in the city, including Hermes, Versace, Yves Saint Laurent, Giorgio Armani and Bvlgari, as well as more mainstream brands
like Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers and Macy’s.
Truly eclectic, Uptown offers its visitors sophisticated international cuisine amid high fashion. A wide variety of cafes, wine bars and premier restaurants highlight an exciting neighborhood where the world comes
together for a taste of the best in fashion, food and fun. UPTOWN PARK
Uptown Park has over 50 fabulous places to shop,
dine, rejuvenate, sip, crave and enjoy where European
elegance meets Texas style. This is a lifestyle center
like no other—Houston’s elegant Italian-style piazza.
Catering to life’s indulgences, Uptown Park is lined
with shops, boutiques and cafes that create an intimate
atmosphere with an emphasis on charm. With lush
fountains, detailed architecture and lavish landscaping,
the surroundings are warm and inviting. Visit www.
uptownparkhouston.com
HIGHLAND VILLAGE
Highland Village boasts such fine nationally known
restaurants and retail stores as RA Sushi, P.F. Changs,
Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware,
and Crate & Barrel.
This palm-tree lined center also houses Houston-based Michael Kemper Salon and Escalante’s Mexican Restaurant, and Tossini. For a complete list of
Highland Village vendors, visit: www.shophighlandvillage.com
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Tour and Event Registration Form
T
ours must be reserved no later than June 15, 2015. Please book your tour from the Houston
City Tours website: http://www.houstoncitytours.us/tours-attractions. Use discount code
DST52. You can also make your reservation via telephone by calling 832-388-8434.
Cancellations or requests must be received in writing no later than June 15, 2015 to
receive a full refund. Cancellations received after June 15, 2015 will not be eligible for a refund.
We reserve the right to cancel any tours if the minimum number of attendees is not met.
If a tour is cancelled due to lack of minimum attendance as listed in the brochure, registrant will be
notified after the registration deadline and the registration fee refunded in full, unless registrant selects
an alternate choice.
Tour confirmations will be sent via email. If you do not have an email address, please pick up your
tickets at the Hostess Chapter Information Desk. Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to departure and
meet guide at the tour desk. Tour will leave promptly at the designated time and refunds will
not be given if the tour is missed nor will it be substituted for another day unless we have
availability.
For additional information, contact Houston City Tours at [email protected] or 832-3888434.
▲THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2015
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Premium Outlet Cypress
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. Houston City Tour Hop on/Hop off $29.95 x _______ = _______
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Houston City Tour Hop on/Hop off $29.95 x _______ = _______
$65.00 x _______ = _______
▲FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2015
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$65.00 x _______ = _______
Tour and Event Registration Form continued
▲SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2015
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Space Center Houston
$79.95 x _______ = _______
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Galveston Island Tour
$98.95 x _______ = _______
$65.00 x _______ = _______
▲SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2015
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$65.00 x _______ = _______
10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Space Center Houston
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Galveston Island Tour$98.95 x _______ = _______
$79.95 x _______ = _______
▲MONDAY, JULY 27, 2015
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$65.00 x _______ = _______
▲TUESDAY, JULY 28, 2015
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$65.00 x _______ = _______
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Transportation
Convention Fare Discount Information for Passenger
You may present this information to the Amtrak Ticket Agent or your Travel Agent to assist them
in providing you with this discount.
Fare Code Number: X62V-922
Valid Dates for Travel: July 20 – August 1, 2015
Amtrak offers a 10% discount off the lowest available rail fare to Houston, Texas between the
above dates. Includes travel up to three days prior to the convention start date and three days
following the last day of the meeting. To book your reservation call Amtrak at 1 (800) 872-7245
or contact your local travel agent. Please refer to Convention Fare Code X62V-922 when making
your reservation. Conventions cannot be booked via Internet. This offer is not valid on the Auto
Train. Offer valid with Sleepers, Business Class or First Class seats with payment of the full
applicable accommodation charges. Fare is valid on Amtrak Regional and Acela service for all
departures seven days a week, except for holiday blackouts.
Rental Cars
ID #: L062296
Welcome Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated to Houston, TX!
Enterprise Holdings offers two great rental brands to give astute business travelers everything they need.
With these two brands, Enterprise Holdings gives businesses the service, value and convenience they expect
from the brands they’ve come to know and trust – and the most comprehensive business rental solution in
the marketplace.
As an attendee of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 52nd National Convention, you can utilize the below
discount code to receive a 20% Enterprise discount available on standard published undiscounted daily,
weekly and monthly market driven rates. Simply use L062296 when reserving your vehicle with Enterprise
Rent-A-Car.
If you have any questions or need assistance with a reservation please contact our VIP line at 713-300-9190
or via email at [email protected].
Terms:
1. Standard age, driver and credit rental qualifications apply. Minimum rental age at most US locations is
21, 18 where required by law. Enterprise Rent-A-Car or National Car Rental may elect not to rent to any
person who does not meet Enterprise’s driver qualifications.
2. Rates do not include fuel, optional upgrades or other optional charges, taxes, surcharges, fees,
governmentally authorized or imposed surcharges, airport and airport facility fees, license and
concessional recoupment fees. Rates are up to 5% discount on standard published undiscounted daily,
weekly and monthly market driven rates.
3. Damage Waiver (For rentals at US locations only) If purchased, Enterprise or National Car Rental
agrees, subject to the actions that invalidate Damage Waiver listed in the rental agreement, to
contractually waive Renter’s responsibility for all of the cost of damage to, loss or theft of, the rental
vehicle or any part or accessory and related costs regardless of fault or negligence. This Damage Waiver
is applicable provided that the rental was booked using the corporate discount number provided to your
company and is displaying on the rental agreement. The cost for the Damage Waiver will appear as a
separate line item charge on the rental agreement and will be in addition to the base rate quoted when
reserving a vehicle.
PLEASE NOTE: WAIVER IS NOT INSURANCE. THE PURCHASE OF DAMAGE WAIVER IS
OPTIONAL AND NOT REQUIRED IN ORDER TO RENT A VEHICLE.
4. Rates, car classes and coverage’s are subject to change without notice.
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Rental Cars continued
AWD Number: B828799
The Avis Meeting & Group Travel has provided Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. with an Avis
Worldwide Discount or AWD. The discount number is B828799.
Reservation may be booked by calling Avis directly at 1 (800) 331-1600. Attendees should provide
the reservation agents with the AWD number (B828799) to ensure they receive the best available
car rental rates.
The AWD will be effective from seven days prior to the event until seven days after the event. Taxes, tax reimbursement, airport related fees, vehicle licensing fees and optional items, such as refueling or additional driver fees are extra. Minimum rental age is 25 (exceptions may apply). Standard
rental conditions and qualification apply.
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General Reminders
AS YOU PREPARE FOR THE NATIONAL CONVENTION,
PLEASE BE REMINDED OF THE FOLLOWING:
s A WRAP TO WEAR IN THE HALLS (WHITE IS APPROPRIATE FOR THE FORMAL
OPENING)
s MEDICATION (REFILLS OF ANY MEDICATION OR SPARE PRESCRIPTIONS)
s C-O-M-F-O-R-T-A-B-L-E SHOES
s RED, WHITE AND BLACK ATTIRE
s PEN LIGHT
s SORORITY PIN
sVIOLETS
sRITUAL: THE REVISED RITUAL WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ON-LINE
BEGINNING MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2015. IN ORDER TO ENSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE
YOUR COPY OF THE RITUAL PRIOR TO THE NATIONAL CONVENTION, PLEASE PLACE
YOUR ORDER BY THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2015. RITUALS WILL NOT BE SOLD ON-SITE.
s CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS (2013 EDITION)
s PHOTO ID
s DELTA HAS NO OFFICIAL MANDATE CALLING FOR AN UNINTERRUPTED COLOR.
s PLENARY SESSIONS AND REGIONAL LUNCHEONS ARE CLOSED SESSIONS FOR
MEMBERS ONLY; CHILDREN, BABIES, SPOUSES AND ALL OTHERS ARE NOT ALLOWED
INTO THESE EVENTS.
s TICKETS ARE NEEDED FOR ADMISSION TO ALL SUBSCRIPTION EVENTS.
s BRING THE COMPLETED AND SIGNED VOTING AND ALTERNATE DELEGATE
CERTIFICATION FORM.
s SORORS SHOULD BE CONSIDERATE OF THE DAIS AND REFRAIN FROM PICTURE
TAKING DURING MEALS.
s ATTENDEES ARRIVING 45 MINUTES AFTER THE BEGINNING OF A MEAL FUNCTION
ARE NOT GUARANTEED SERVICE.
s MEMBERSHIP REMAINS SEATED DURING THE RECESSIONAL UNTIL THE NATIONAL
PRESIDENT, DAIS AND VOTING DELEGATES HAVE EXITED.
s THERE IS NO RESERVED SEATING/ SECTION FOR DELTA DEARS AT SUBSCRIPTION
EVENTS.
s THERE ARE RESERVED SEATS ON EACH SHUTTLE BUS FOR DELTA DEARS.
s PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK THE NATIONAL WEBSITE WEEKLY FOR UPDATES
REGARDING THE 52ND NATIONAL CONVENTION.
s
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Attire Reminders
sATTIRE:
• OPENING PLENARY SESSION/FORMAL OPENING—
WHITE ATTIRE (INCLUDES WRAPS AND SHAWLS)
• MEMORIAL OBSERVANCE—RED, WHITE OR BLACK
ATTIRE
• ECUMENICAL SERVICE—RED, WHITE, BLACK OR BUSINESS
ATTIRE
• CLOSING BANQUET—FORMAL OR AFTER FIVE ATTIRE
• NATIONAL/REGIONAL MEETING—BUSINESS ATTIRE
s PANTS SHALL NOT BE WORN AT THE OPENING CEREMONY OR THE MEMORIAL
OBSERVANCE.
s PLENARY SESSIONS: BUSINESS ATTIRE (SUITS, DRESSES, SKIRTS/BLOUSES,
DRESSY PANT SUITS). SHORTS, SKORTS AND CAPRIS ARE UNACCEPTABLE.
s HATS ARE INAPPROPRIATE AND NOT PERMITTED DURING
ANY OF THE PLENARY SESSIONS.
s FLIP-FLOPS AND SHOWER SHOES ARE INAPPROPRIATE AND
ARE NOT CONSIDERED BUSINESS ATTIRE.
s DENIM AND KHAKI MUST NOT BE WORN TO ANY OF THE
FORMAL CEREMONIES OR MEETINGS.
s PARAPHERNALIA JACKETS ARE INAPPROPRIATE AND CANNOT BE WORN AS
A COVERING TO FORMAL CEREMONIES. A BLAZER, WRAP, OR SHAWL MUST BE
WORN OVER TOPS OR DRESSES WITHOUT STRAPS.

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