Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc 53rd Souvenir Journal

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Index Convention Steering Committee...Page 6 Welcome Greetings...Page 8 Corporate Sponsors...Page 23 Diamond Sponsors...Page 28 Pearl Sponsors...Page 35 Team Up ads...Page 38 Greek Support Ads...Page 63 Central Region Chapter ads...Page67 Eastren Region Chapter Ads...page 77 Farwest Region Chapter Ads...Page 104 All Grown Up...Page116 Midwest Region Chapter Ads...Page 133 South Atlantic Region Chapter Ads..Page153 Southern Region Chapter Ads...Page 173 Southwest Region Chapter Ads...Page 207 Thank Yous...Page 228 3

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 Greetings, Sorors: In the name of one sisterhood, one bond and united for impact, the 91 chapters of the Fabulous Farwest Region, extends a fervent welcome to each of you. It is our honor and privilege to have you in attendance at the 53rd National Convention in “The Silver City”, Las Vegas. During our time together, we will craft new ideas, share our knowledge and expertise with one another and develop strategies for the continued empowerment of our illustrious sisterhood.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Paulette C. Walker, National President for her exemplary leadership during this biennium. Also, our sincere appreciation to our Convention Coordinators, Sorors Sandra Phillips Johnson and Verna J. Stringer, Steering Committee Chair Tya R. MathisColeman and the hostess chapters of Las Vegas Alumnae, Eta Chi and Tau Mu for their unwavering commitment and attention to detail in the planning and execution of this convention. These sorors have diligently prepared this memorable souvenir journal and keepsake. From our hearts to yours, thank you all for supporting this great project produced by the Farwest Region. Enjoy reading this journal.

Our dearest sorors, get ready. Let’s celebrate another milestone in the history of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated as we reach the pinnacle of Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment, together!

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Lydia Cincore-Templeton, Esq.

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 Dear sorors, friends, supporters and family members,

As Coordinators for the 53rd National Convention of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, we are delighted to welcome you to our home town—Las Vegas, Nevada! We thank our National President, Dr. Paulette C. Walker, for entrusting us with the leadership of local planning for the Convention, and for coordinating the invaluable support of National Headquarters staff. Our conference calls with Dr. Walker and Sorors Regina Locust, Dorcas Washington, Patrea Logan and others were productive, instructive, and also lots of fun!

The Hostess Chapters Steering Committee, chaired by the Immediate Past President of the Las Vegas Alumnae Chapter, Soror Tya R. Mathis-Coleman, includes our newly-elected President Tami V. Bass and many talented members and of icers of the chapter. We were also blessed to have the dedicated support of sorors from across the region, including; Shirley Denise Bowman of Long Beach Alumnae as Chair of the Souvenir Journal and designer of commemorative items and Gwendolyn Coley as Co-Chair of Volunteer Coordination. They, along with members of the Nevada Collegiate Chapters (Eta Chi and Tau Mu) and every subcommittee chair, co-chair, committee member and voluntold family members and friends, have devoted countless hours toward offering you a memorable experience.

In addition, we are grateful for the efforts of our Farwest Regional Director and Regional Representative, Sorors Lydia Cincore-Templeton and Taryn Frazier, in encouraging sorors from the Farwest and across Delta to participate in Host Chapter fundraising and volunteer activities. Their efforts were bolstered by messaging from Regional Directors Jacqueline A. Dillard (Central), Rosia Blackwell Lawrence (Eastern), Mona Y. Davenport (Midwest), Juanita Massenburg (South Atlantic), Sandra K. Horton (Southern) and Pamela Moore Rogers (Southwest). Thank you!

Finally, we extend our deep appreciation to all souvenir journal advertisers and our Diamond and Pearl and Corporate Sponsors. Your inancial support has been in valuable, making it possible for us to create a treasured keepsake; plan exciting Welcome and Delta Dear events; provide items for the Convention Bags, and so much more. We could not have done it without you!

May you create lasting and loving memories as Delta Sigma Theta shines the brightest light of service, leadership and empowerment over Las Vegas!

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 Gree ngs to ALL of my sorors of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. On behalf of the steadfast, service oriented women of the Las Vegas Alumnae Chapter, the Eta Chi Chapter at University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and the Tau Mu Chapter at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR), I am ecsta c to welcome each of you to our 53rd Na onal Conven on here in Las Vegas, Nevada!

As a na ve of our magnificent city, I feel confident in saying that Las Vegas is a city like no other. We are proud of our diverse community, the ambiance of the Las Vegas strip and the unique ci zens that make our city a popular des naon for visitors from around the world. Las Vegas is a city that is no stranger to evolu on. Expanding from humble beginnings into the innova ve and entertainment focused city that it is today, Las Vegas is all about progress. Like many communi es, there are so many harrowing current events that are affec ng our residents every day. Our chapters recognize the incredible challenges that are faced by this community and are working diligently to make Las Vegas a be er place to live.

Like many chapters across our historic, charisma c, dynamic, sensa onal, mighty, blazing and overall fabulous sisterhood…our chapter has been busy! In 2016, the Las Vegas Alumnae Chapter celebrated 50 years of Scholarship, Sisterhood and Service to the Las Vegas Community. The Nevada chapters have a long-standing history of being on the forefront figh ng for poli cal, social and educa onal issues. Together, we are constantly striving to exceed the standards mandated by Grand Chapter while balancing mission requirements with a tenacious a tude in a sisterly climate. I am proud of our rich history, our dedicated leadership, and our devoted membership.

As we gather this week to conduct the business of Delta, it is important to thank the sorors who guided us in this endeavor. Thank you to Dr. Paule e C. Walker, our esteemed Na onal President, for her vision and leadership. It has been an honor to work with her during this planning process.

I am most confident that this week will be a success because of our amazing Co-Coordinators sorors Sandra Phillips Johnson and Verna Stringer and every conven on planning commi ee Chair and Co-Chair for the unimaginable magnitude of prepara on spent on this Conven on. Over the past several months, our team of very talented, commi ed sorors have worked relessly to make this Conven on a success.

It is with great pleasure that I welcome each of you to my hometown of Las Vegas, Nevada for our 53rd Na onal Conven on! I hope that you have a fantas c me re-connec ng with old friends and mee ng new ones. Thank you for a ending this Conven on and please enjoy all that our city has to offer you!

Yours in Sisterhood and Service,

Tya R. Mathis-Coleman Tya R. Mathis-Coleman Immediate Past President Las Vegas Alumnae Chapter Nevada State Coordinator 53rd Na onal Conven on Steering Commi ee Chair

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Greetings Sorors, It is with profound joy that I join the leaders of the Farwest Region, Director, Lydia Cincore-Templeton, Esq., and the Regional Representative, Taryn Frazier, in welcoming you, my sorors, from around the United States, and the world, to the Sorority’s 53rd National Convention in the City that never sleeps, Las Vegas, Nevada. I extend a very special welcome to our 25th National President, Dr. Paulette C. Walker, the Executive Committee and Board, National Committees, Past National Presidents and Honorary Members.

I join with all of you, my sorors, in expressing my heartfelt gratitude to the Las Vegas Alumnae Chapter, the President, Tami V. Bass and sorors for their unending work in assisting with the planning and preparation for our return to their city for our 53rd National Convention. I extend special gratitude to the Convention Co-coordinators, Sorors Sandra Phillips Johnson and Verna Stringer, the local, regional and national committees, and our dedicated national headquarters staff, headed by our Executive Director, Soror Roseline McKinney.

Let us convene in this, our second century, deeply rooted in the history of our Sorority’s 104 years, and firmly committed to continuing and building upon the great legacy of our twenty-two noble Founders. In the spirit of continuing to build upon our great legacy, let us through our Convention general sessions and workshops, as well as networking with sorors and chapters, take our knowledge of Delta’s history, programs and internal policies to a higher level.

And as we meet during one of the most tumultuous times in our nation’s history, I implore all of us to be ready to answer Delta’s call: to stand up for the underprivileged; give voice to the weak; and fight without ceasing to repeal any legislation that strips African Americans of their hard fought rights and liberties. It is both timely and appropriate because now, more than ever, is the time for Deltas to be in action! There is no time to sleep when every civil right we as a people have fought for tirelessly – have even died for, is under attack.

Finally, let us leave this 53rd National Convention and return to our chapters, renewed and inspired to be a force in our communities doing Delta’s work in our Sorority’s second century rooted in our theme: “Uncompromising Commitment to Our Communities: Service, Leadership and Empowerment.”

Sorors, this is Delta’s work. This is Delta’s legacy. And, we have much work to do.

Yours in Delta, Mona Humphries Bailey 17th National President Welcome

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Greetings Sorors of the Fabulous Farwest Region and all Sorors traveling from around the world.

On behalf of the Charismatic and Courageous Central Region we are excited to assemble in the city that never sleeps, the exciting and multi-faceted Las Vegas, Nevada!

In the spirit of Sisterhood, Scholarship, and Service we unite as collegiate and alumnae members to conduct the business of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. It is not by accident we are in this place, during this time, as One Sisterhood, with One Commitment. We are an organization founded on Christian principles and it is His will, we vocalize, organize, and ensure we remain a matchless organization focused on internal development, social justice and dispelling the inequities and injustices of the world. WE.ARE.CALLED TO SERVE. We come together to learn best practices for strengthening our organization, growing professionally as leaders, developing ideas for reclaiming our sisterhood, and to exemplify sisterly relationships. More importantly, we are here to take advantage of the opportunities to fellowship with Sorors we have not seen in a while, and to celebrate chapter and individual accomplishments.

We humbly cherish your Regional Director Lydia Cincore-Templeton, Esq. and Regional Representative Taryn Frazier. We applaud the members of the Las Vegas Alumnae, Eta Chi and Tau Mu Chapters for their outstanding work in hosting this 53rd National Convention.

Congratulations, to your Convention Coordinators, Sorors Sandra Phillips Johnson and Verna J. Stringer for ensuring no stone was left unturned. Ultimately, we honor our National President, Dr. Paulette C. Walker for her vision and steadfast devotion for leading our organization and being an example of a legacy of leadership. We celebrate you during this 53rd National Convention.

Sorors, WE.ARE.CENTRAL and look forward to a productive and exciting week.

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 Sorors, We are elated to greet you on behalf of the historic and dynamic EASTERN Region. The EAST, birthplace of our illustrious sisterhood, is home to 141 collegiate and alumnae chapters along the Eastern Seaboard, as well as international chapters in Germany, St. Thomas and St. Croix. We are delighted to come together in Las Vegas, NV with our sorors from across the world on the occasion of our 53rd National Convention.

As we know, our sorority was founded on Christian principles by 22 fearless, young women who stepped out on faith and had a penchant for social action. They believed in sisterhood, scholarship and service, as well as the importance of being at the forefront of social change. We must continue to build upon their legacy by being the game changers that we were called to be so that the force of our impact will live on for generations to come.

As Delta women, we are part of an organization of distinction whose tenacity has enabled us to withstand the test of time. We congratulate and thank all of our outgoing officers for your unwavering service. Yet we are excited, as we know that our dynamic leadership that remains will inspire us to move the pendulum forward.

While we are together this week, let us celebrate the bonds that we have forged and partnerships we have built, always remembering that each of us plays a vital role in keeping Delta's vision alive. The Bible reminds us, “not to grow weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.”

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Greeting Sorors, It is with GREAT pleasure and joy that we welcome you to 53rd National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada! We are sending our warmest greetings on behalf of our (8) states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, West Virginia and Wisconsin that comprise this Mighty REGION! We are proud to be in the Farwest to assist our Sorors in making this a very successful National Convention!

We applaud our National President, Dr. Paulette C. Walker, whose leadership led the way with “Uncompromising Commitment to Communities: Service, Leadership, and Empowerment”. We would also like to commend the hostess chapters; Las Vegas Alumnae, Eta Chi (University of Nevada, Las Vegas) and Tau Mu (University of Nevada, Reno) chapters. These chapters have toiled long and hard to make this a memorable and rewarding experience. We know the Midwest will participate in every plenary session as well as choose workshops that will help better the chapter and help our Sorors to become a better officer, committee member and chapter member.

Remember our Midwest National Convention slogan….. PLACE YOUR BETS ON THE MIDWEST: Winning, Holding and Standing on Sisterhood!

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 Greetings and Welcome Sorors of the Sensational South Atlantic Region!

We are delighted to greet and welcome you as we convene for the 53rd Na onal Conven on in Las Vegas, Nevada. Sorors from North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and the Island of Bermuda are joining sorors from across the United States and interna onally to take care of business of Delta.

To keep you informed, excited and inspired, the Las Vegas Hos ng chapters have cra ed an awesome array of ac vi es for you and your families. Please plan to gain knowledge from each plenary and the workshops that are conducted to assist you and chapters.

It is an exci ng me to be a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and a sensa onal me to reside in the South Atlan c Region. Your strength, dedica on and commitment to our Grand Chapter and to our communi es have sustained the South Atlan c Region to remain a vital en ty in the organiza on.

Thank you for your con nued support and love as your leaders and please know that we will con nue to serve with Purpose and Dedica on as we “Keep it Sensational” Enjoy the conven on!

With Much Apprecia on and Love,

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 Greetings Sorors of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. It is with pride that the sorors of the Dynamic Southern Region join you at the 53rd National Convention here in Las Vegas, Nevada.

We bring greetings on behalf of the over 14,000 sorors who call the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee and the Islands of the Bahamas home.

Our sincerest southern hospitality is extended to our sorors of the Fabulous Farwest, led by Regional Director Lydia CincoreTempleton and Regional Representative Taryn Frazier, we are full of anticipation as we look forward to enjoying the lights and glamour of the Farwest Region.

Sorors, we are excited that you have come to this National Convention ready to continue to empower yourself and your chapter, embrace this grand experience, and engage sorors old and new. We encourage all attendees to be prepared to learn more about how to improve your chapter and your participation when you get back home.

To our gracious host chapter, National President Paulette C. Walker, the National Executive Board, and the National Headquarters staff, we thank you for all the hard work that you have poured into this awesome event.

To our new initiates, welcome to the greatest sorority in the world! We are proud to embrace you as new members, and are glad that you are here to take part in your first and the sorority’s 53rd National Convention. We assure you that you are in the right place, at the right time. Take advantage of this opportunity to meet other sorors, learn more about Delta and, how you can contribute to your chapters at home. What happens in Vegas, doesn’t stay in Vegas.

Sorors, please take full advantage of everything this great city has to offer and enjoy this our 53rd National Convention!

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 Gree ngs Sorors: On behalf of the 139 chapters of the “Blazing Southwest Region” Soror Mackenzie Jenkins and I am delighted to greet you with great enthusiasm and joy to the 53rd Na onal Conven on in the exci ng city of Las Vegas. It is an honor to extend a warm welcome to each of you on behalf of our great states of Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Texas and Jamaica.

The Southwest Region salutes our Na onal President, Dr. Paule e C. Walker, the Na onal Execuve Commi ee and the Na onal Execu ve Board whose stellar leadership has moved us forward with a vision of, an “Uncompromising Commitment to Communi es: Service, Leadership and Empowerment”.

We also salute the sorors of the Las Vegas area chapters and thank them for their hard work and constant efforts to prepare for our arrival and make certain that each of us have a most memorable me during this grand Conven on. We extend our gra tude to the Conven on Coordinators, Sandra Phillips Johnson and Verna Stringer who have worked un ringly to make certain that every aspect of our stay will be nothing less than amazing.

We charge each soror to take full advantage of the many workshops and plenary sessions, gain knowledge from the many informa ve speakers and leave with a renewed sense of purpose and commitment to return to your respec ve communi es energized and ready to “Serve, Lead and Empower”. It is our hope and prayer that each of you will depart Las Vegas with lifelong memories and be inspired to create change and empower communi es. Enjoy the 53rd Na onal Conven on!

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