71st MARC Registration Guide by midatlanticregion

Soror Nadine Vargas Stewart MID-ATLANTIC REGIONAL DIRECTOR

Soror Danette Anthony Reed SUPREME BASILEUS

ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED®

Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Region CHARLOTTE CONVENTIoN CENTER APRIL 11-14, 2024

CHARLOTTE, NC

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GREETINGS.....................................................................................................................4 From the Mid-Atlantic Regional Director........................................................................5 From the Supreme Basileus.............................................................................................6 From the Conference Chairman.......................................................................................7 From the Honorary Conference Chairman..................................................................... 8 From the Assistant Conference Chairman.......................................................................9 From the Undergraduate Cluster Coordinator..............................................................10 From the Conference Co-Chairmen............................................................................... 11 From the Undergraduate Activities Chairmen.............................................................. 13 GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION.................................................................14 Conference Leadership................................................................................................... 15 Leadership Photographs................................................................................................16 Conference Host Chapters..............................................................................................19 Conference Protocol...................................................................................................... 20 Regional Conference Contacts.......................................................................................21 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE..........................................................................................25 Conference Attire & Schedule....................................................................................... 26 Important Dates & Deadlines........................................................................................ 28 REGISTRATION INFORMATION................................................................................31 About Registration.........................................................................................................32 Registration Form..........................................................................................................33 Registration Reminders.................................................................................................34 Conference Health Planning Checklist..........................................................................35 Scooter Rental Information...........................................................................................36 Waiver of Liability and Release......................................................................................37 WORKSHOPS................................................................................................................ 38 Conference Workshops..................................................................................................39 Conference Certifications.............................................................................................. 44 Conference Workshop Schedule....................................................................................45 2

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FORMS...........................................................................................................................47 Delegate Certification Information............................................................................... 48 Delegate Certification Form.......................................................................................... 49 Conference Minutes Correction Form........................................................................... 51 Proposed Recommendations and Resolutions Form....................................................52 Step Show Registration..................................................................................................53 Ivy Beyond the Wall Form..............................................................................................56 Jewels Recognition Form...............................................................................................57 Leadership Breakfast Recognition Form...................................................................... 58 Legacy Luncheon Form..................................................................................................59 Legacy Parade Participation Form................................................................................ 60 Medical Corp Volunteer Form.......................................................................................61 MARC Choir Participation Form.................................................................................. 62 Philacter Service Form...................................................................................................63 SPECIAL EVENTS......................................................................................................... 64 SOUVENIR JOURNAL ADVERTISEMENT INFORMATION..................................... 88 Souvenir Journal Advertisement Form - Chapters & Sorors....................................... 89 Souvenir Journal Advertisement Form - Businesses & Organizations........................ 90

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Greetings

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® My Dearest Sorors: I am thrilled to invite you to the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference of OFFICE OF: Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®. Our conference is appropriAlpha Kappa

Danette Anthony Reed ately themed “Marvelous & Majestic” and will be filled with a number of Supreme Basileus

activities that enhance our service and nurture our sisterhood. Whether you are a Jewel soror or a newly initiated soror, the conference is an opportunity to connect, learn, and grow in Alpha Kappa Alpha. The Queen City of Charlotte, North Carolina, is a leader in industries from finance to motorsports; Greetings Sorors of the Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Region! it complements our savvy style and sophistication; and is guaranteed to offer Regional Conference! I am pleased to invite you to register the sorors 71st Mid-Atlantic an environment where Alpha Kappafor Alpha can meet the obligations of conducting our business. Regional Director Soror Nadine Vargas Stewart and your host chapters have been working diligently to prepare for an outstanding Regional Conference experience. I can’t wait to see what your region is doing as you are TM. Soaring to Greater Heights of Service & Sisterhood Western Carolina Cluster, led by Soror Lillian Morgan, is rolling out the majestic pink carpet and The Wonderful thea planning by Conference Soror and ®, Jamela As soror of committees, Alpha KappaledAlpha Sorority, Chairman Incorporated you areWintons expected toHonorary invest inConyour leadership and ferenceexperiences Chairman Soror Doris are preparing agenda that incorporates innovative programming Our service within ourAsbury, sisterhood. Further,an you will play an important role in Strengthening Sisterhood ™ community-centered by participating in this conference taking full advantage of the training that willanbe made alongside new initiatives for ourand undergraduate and graduate sorors. We will leave available to you to ensure your chapters have a successful program year. We are stronger together and can impressivemore impact, economically and socially, through thethat dollars we Kappa will bring andSorority the service conaccomplish when EVERY soror participates in all Alpha Alpha haswe towill offer. tribute to Charlotte and Mecklenburg County. The activities and entertainment planned for this conference Your particularly in this year’s Regional is sowith important. We know how essential Alpha will engagement, leave us excited, inspired, and celebrating new andConference, old connections our sorors. Kappa Alpha Sorority’s presence is within our nation and across the world. Remember … a fully involved soror is a devoted soror! Please participate in the workshops our International Committee Chairmen and their committee havetocreated for you. for Thetrainings, resources made available tosignature conference attendeesWhile will prepare Sorors, wemembers look forward you registering workshops, and our gatherings. each soror to effectively run our chapters and help develop us as leaders within our sisterhood and respective mapping out your regional conference agenda, plan to attend the Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Job communities. Fair at Johnson C. Smith University. We are working in partnership with the university and its leaderI thank you for endeavors to Strengthen Our Sisterhood. More importantly, your investment ship, under theyour direction of President Valerie Kinloch, a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, and the State of time, talent, and resources is deeply appreciated. Come and fellowship with sorors you have not seen in a while and of Northchapter Carolina partner NCWorks asaccomplishments we welcome nearly celebrate and individual sorors’ at 70 thisemployers Regional participating Conference. in this event. Legacies, grab your loved one and secure a seat at the inaugural Legacy Luncheon! Undergraduates, the Plan now on to attend youralong 71st Regional Conference, andhelp I look forwardthe to bonds seeingofeach of youwith as we SOAR to “Brunch the Bayou,” with other activities, will strengthen sisterhood Charlotte, NC! chapters throughout the Region. These events and more will make this a conference to remember!

“Soaring to Greater Heights of Service & Sisterhood” with you. Sorors, our 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference is designed with you in mind and will be an experience that creates lasting memories! Please register before the deadline and meet me in the Queen City, April 11-14, 2024! With SororSisterly DanetteLove, Anthony Reed Supreme Basileus

Nadine Vargas Stewart Nadine CorporateVargas Office - Stewart 5656 S. Stony Island Avenue - Chicago, IL. 60637 - (773) 684-1282 - Fax (773)288-8251 Mid-Atlantic Regional Director MARVELOUS MID-ATLANTIC

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Danette Anthony Reed Supreme Basileus

Greetings Sorors of the Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Region! I am pleased to invite you to register for the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference! Regional Director Soror Nadine Vargas Stewart and your host chapters have been working diligently to prepare for an outstanding Regional Conference experience. I can’t wait to see what your region is doing as you are Soaring to Greater Heights of Service & SisterhoodTM. As a soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, you are expected to invest in your leadership and service experiences within our sisterhood. Further, you will play an important role in Strengthening Our Sisterhood ™ by participating in this conference and taking full advantage of the training that will be made available to you to ensure your chapters have a successful program year. We are stronger together and can accomplish more when EVERY soror participates in all that Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has to offer. Your engagement, particularly in this year’s Regional Conference, is so important. We know how essential Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s presence is within our nation and across the world. Remember … a fully involved soror is a devoted soror! Please participate in the workshops our International Committee Chairmen and their committee members have created for you. The resources made available to conference attendees will prepare each soror to effectively run our chapters and help develop us as leaders within our sisterhood and respective communities. I thank you for your endeavors to Strengthen Our Sisterhood. More importantly, your investment of time, talent, and resources is deeply appreciated. Come and fellowship with sorors you have not seen in a while and celebrate chapter and individual sorors’ accomplishments at this Regional Conference. Plan now to attend your 71st Regional Conference, and I look forward to seeing each of you as we SOAR to Charlotte, NC! “Soaring to Greater Heights of Service & Sisterhood” with you.

Soror Danette Anthony Reed Supreme Basileus Corporate Office - 5656 S. Stony Island Avenue - Chicago, IL. 60637 - (773) 684-1282 - Fax (773)288-8251

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Greetings Sorors! IOFFICE invite you OF:to step into 2024 with a renewed mindset to flourish and majes® tically in Alpha Danettesoar Anthony ReedKappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated .

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We have an awesome opportunity for you to do just that by registering for the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference: Marvelous & Majestic held in Charlotte, North Carolina, April 11-14, 2024. Greetings Sorors of the Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Region! are soto many things about We are true to our tagline– Regional Conference! I There am pleased invite you to to love register forCharlotte. the 71st Mid-Atlantic Charlotte’s got a lot! Yes, you will experience our Southern hospitality, but we Regional Director Vargas Stewart and your hostrolling chapters will be taking it toSoror a newNadine level! We’re wearing a crown, literally out have the been working diligently to prepare for an outstanding Regional Conference experience. I can’t wait to see what your region is doing as you are TM. pink carpet, and preparing you&feel like the queen that you are! Soaring to Greater Heightstoofmake Service Sisterhood

As a soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, you are expected to invest in your leadership and As you carefully review the Registration Guide, please be mindful in considering all the events that are service experiences within our sisterhood. Further, you will play an important role in Strengthening Our planned for ™ you. special attention the workshops and choose the ones that will add to your skill-be made Sisterhood byPay participating in this to conference and taking full advantage of the training that will available to you to ensure your chapters have a successful program year. We are stronger together set and AKA journey. And then, of course, all queens deserve to have fun. There are many activities and can accomplish more when EVERY soror participates in all that Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has to offer. that will add to your majestic experience. Your engagement, particularly in this year’s Regional Conference, is so important. We know how essential Alpha Kappa Alphawait Sorority’s presence our and nation and acrosstothe world. you Remember a fully and involved soror We cannot to welcome you is to within Charlotte, look forward greeting warmly,…sisterly, is a devoted soror! Please participate in the workshops our International Committee Chairmen and their majestically. committee members have created for you. The resources made available to conference attendees will prepare each soror to effectively run our chapters and help develop us as leaders within our sisterhood and respective communities. Anxiously awaiting your arrival,

I Soror thank youJamelaM. for your endeavors to Strengthen Our Sisterhood. More importantly, your investment of time, Wintons talent, and resources is deeply appreciated. Come and fellowship with sorors you have not seen in a while and celebrate chapter and individual sorors’ accomplishments at this Regional Conference. Soror Jamela M. Wintons st Regional Conference, and I look forward to seeing each of you as we SOAR to Plan now to attend your 71Conference 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Chairman Charlotte, NC! “Soaring to Greater Heights of Service & Sisterhood” with you.

Soror Danette Anthony Reed Supreme Basileus Corporate Office - 5656 S. Stony Island Avenue - Chicago, IL. 60637 - (773) 684-1282 - Fax (773)288-8251

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Regional Technology Committee Chairman

Sakia Jackson-Sellars Educational Advancement Foundation

Dear Sorors:

former mid-AtlAntic am delighted to welcome you to my hometown of Charlotte, North Carolina, Danette Anthony Reed regionAl and to encourage Supreme Basileus you to register early for a weekend of events that promises

As the Honorary Chairman of the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference, I OFFICE OF:

to be informative and enjoyable.

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Our Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Regional Director, Soror Nadine Vargas Latecia Manuel Relations Committee Stewart;Sisterly our Conference Chairman, Soror Jamela Wintons; Co-Chairs, Greetings Sorors of the Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Region! Doris R. Asbury Soror Lillian Morgan, Soror Lanelle Carr,13th andMid-Atlantic Soror Beverly Tribble Regional Directorand st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference! I am pleased to invite you to register for the 71 all members of the planning team are working diligently to make this an

experience fit forSoror the queens the Queen City— destination for our Regional Conference. Regional Director NadineofVargas Stewart andthe your host chapters have been working diligently to prepare for an outstanding Regional Conference experience. I can’t wait to see what your region is doing as you are TM. Soaring to Greater Heights ofWESTERN Service & Sisterhood FORMER CAROLINA CLUSTER COORDINATORS As you are aware, it is important to register early to ensure you can participate in the events you ®, you are before they reach capacity. Charlotte is a very popular city,expected and all of will want to Asdesire a soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Incorporated toour invest in your leadership and Soror YvonneSorority, Dendy Soror Laura A.sorors Johnson service experiences within our sisterhood. Further, you will play an important role in Strengthening Our be in attendance! YouSoror will Jean not only come to the conference to learn about sorority’s Kennedy Sororour Patrice Wright programs Sisterhood ™ by participating in this conference and taking full advantage of the training that will be made and pertinent butchapters you will have also come to socialize withSoror sorors and enjoy Charlotte andand can Soror Ella P. Hand Felicia Culbreath-Setzer available to youinformation, to ensure your a successful program year. We are stronger together Soror Bellamy all it has tomore offer. accomplish whenKatherine EVERYHardy sororPendergrass participates in all that Alpha Kappa Soror AlphaTerry Sorority has to offer.

Your engagement, particularly in this year’s Regional Conference, is so important. We know how essential Alpha We promise to deliverpresence a great experience with all ofand the wonderful activities planned … with you involved in Kappa Alpha Sorority’s is within our nation across the world. Remember a fully soror ismind. a devoted soror! participate in theyour workshops ourabout International Committee Chairmen and their You will havePlease workshops to enhance knowledge Alpha Kappa Alpha, speakers that 10 members 2023 EASTERN CAROLINA CLUSTER MEETING committee have created forand you. The resources made available to conference will prepare you could listen to and learn from, world-renowned entertainment that sorors willattendees enjoy. This each soror to effectively run our chapters and help develop us as leaders within our sisterhood and respective is one conference that you don’t want to miss, so we look forward to greeting you when you arrive in communities. Charlotte, the Queen City of North Carolina. I thank you for your endeavors to Strengthen Our Sisterhood. More importantly, your investment of time, talent, and resources is deeply appreciated. Come and fellowship with sorors you have not seen in a while and With Sisterly Love, celebrate chapter and individual sorors’ accomplishments at this Regional Conference.

Soror Doris R. Asbury Plan now to attend your 71st Regional Conference, and I look forward to seeing each of you as we SOAR to Charlotte, NC! Soror Doris R. Asbury “Soaring to Greater Heights of Service & Sisterhood” with you. 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Honorary Chairman 13th Mid-Atlantic Regional Director

Soror Danette Anthony Reed Supreme Basileus Corporate Office - 5656 S. Stony Island Avenue - Chicago, IL. 60637 - (773) 684-1282 - Fax (773)288-8251

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Greetings Sorors of the Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Region, It is a great OFFICE OF:honor and a privilege to serve as Assistant Conference Co-Chairman forReed the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference. The sorors Danette Anthony Supreme Basileus of the Wonderful Western Carolina Cluster are excited to host the 2024

conference and thrilled to welcome you to Charlotte, North Carolina. Affectionately known as the “Queen City,” Charlotte is well-known for its professional sports, most notably the Carolina Panthers, and the Harvey Greetings Sorors of the Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Region! B. Gantt Center for African American Arts and Culture Center, named for B. Gantt, theyou city’s African American mayor. Regional Conference! I Harvey am pleased to invite to first register for the 71st Mid-Atlantic

Regional Director Soror Nadine Vargas Stewart and your host chapters have been working diligently to prepare The conference theme, “Marvelous & Majestic,” celebrates both the conferfor an outstanding Regional Conference experience. I can’t wait to see what your region is doing as you are TM. Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Regional Director Soror ence being hosted Heights in the beautiful Queen City and our Soaring to Greater of Service & Sisterhood Nadine Vargas Stewart, as she presides over her second regional conference in the Mid-Atlantic Region. As a soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, you are expected to invest in your leadership and We areexperiences elated aboutwithin two new to the conference agenda: Legacy Luncheon Job Fair. service ouradditions sisterhood. Further, you will play the an important role in and Strengthening Our Sisterhood ™ by participating in this conference andexperience taking fulland advantage the training that to will be made These new events are sure to elevate your conference provide of a great opportunity available you to ensure your chapters havepaths a successful program year. your We are stronger together and can embraceto our legacies and create professional to network and expand career. accomplish more when EVERY soror participates in all that Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has to offer.

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Plan now to attend your 71st Regional Conference, and I look forward to seeing each of you as we SOAR to Charlotte, Sisterly, NC! “Soaring to Greater Heights of Service & Sisterhood” with you.

Soror Lillian L. Morgan Soror Lillian L. Morgan

71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Assistant Chairman Soror Danette Anthony Reed Western Carolina Cluster Coordinator Supreme Basileus Corporate Office - 5656 S. Stony Island Avenue - Chicago, IL. 60637 - (773) 684-1282 - Fax (773)288-8251

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Greetings Undergraduate Sorors! I am honored to serve as your Western Carolina Undergraduate Cluster OFFICE OF:

Coordinator. Welcome to the registration process for the 71st Mid-Atlantic Danette Anthony Reed

Regional Conference. We are working hard to provide an informative, Supreme Basileus engaging and exciting experience that will equip you with the training you need to enhance your chapter operations and begin charting your lifelong journey in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®.

Greetings Sorors of the Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Region! Our conference theme is Marvelous & Majestic–I believe that summarizes the I am pleased to invite you to register for the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference! undergraduates in the Mid-Atlantic Region! I look forward to welcoming you to Charlotte, known as the Queen City, next April. Activities, as thehave an- been working diligently to prepare Regional Director Soror Nadine Vargas Stewart and your hostsuch chapters for an Undergraduate outstanding Regional Conference experience. I can’t wait toand seeThe what your regionBrunch is doing as you are nual Luncheon, Barbie Pajama Party, and “Princess Frog” themed in the Soaring to Greater Heights of Service & SisterhoodTM. Bayou, will allow us to continue Soaring to Greater Heights of Service and Sisterhood, and I am certain Asthat a soror ofhave Alpha Alpha so! Sorority, Incorporated®, you are expected to invest in your leadership and we will funKappa while doing service experiences within our sisterhood. Further, you will play an important role in Strengthening Our Sisterhood ™ by participating in this conference and taking full advantage of the training that will be made I’m excited about storechapters for undergraduates during program the Regional Get ready to available to you to what’s ensureinyour have a successful year.Conference. We are stronger together and can accomplish more when EVERY soror participates in all that Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has to offer. polish your pearls and wear your crown as we show why undergraduates in the Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Region lead the way. We will see you in the Queen City! Your engagement, particularly in this year’s Regional Conference, is so important. We know how essential Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s presence is within our nation and across the world. Remember … a fully involved soror isSisterly, a devoted soror! Please participate in the workshops our International Committee Chairmen and their committee members have created for you. The resources made available to conference attendees will prepare each soror Maya to effectively run our chapters and help develop us as leaders within our sisterhood and respective Soror Crawford communities. Soror Maya Crawford I thank you for your endeavors to Strengthen Our Sisterhood. More importantly, your investment of time, talent, and resources is deeply appreciated. Come and fellowship with sorors you have not seen in a while and Undergraduate Cluster Coordinator celebrate chapter and individual sorors’ accomplishments at this Regional Conference.

Plan now to attend your 71st Regional Conference, and I look forward to seeing each of you as we SOAR to Charlotte, NC! “Soaring to Greater Heights of Service & Sisterhood” with you.

Soror Danette Anthony Reed Supreme Basileus Corporate Office - 5656 S. Stony Island Avenue - Chicago, IL. 60637 - (773) 684-1282 - Fax (773)288-8251

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Greetings, Queens of the Mid-Atlantic Region: OFFICE OF: With great anticipation and immense pleasure, I extend a regal welcome to

the 71st Anthony Mid-Atlantic Danette Reed Regional Conference of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Supreme Basileus

Incorporated®: Marvelous & Majestic. This grand gathering in Charlotte, North Carolina, the “Queen City,” is rich in tradition and dedication to community service, sisterhood, and excellence and promises to be an unforgettable celebration of our legacy, strength, and vision. Greetings Sorors of the Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Region! theme, to “Marvelous perfectly essence of I Our am pleased invite you&toMajestic,” register for the 71stencapsulates Mid-Atlanticthe Regional Conference! this conference. It speaks to the grandeur of our legacy, the unwavering Regional Director Soror Nadine Vargas Stewart and your host chapters have been working diligently to prepare commitment to ourRegional communities, and the extraordinary sisterhood for an outstanding Conference experience. I can’t wait to that see what your region is doing as you are TM.a conference but a testament to our collective binds ustotogether queens. event is not merely Soaring Greateras Heights ofThis Service & Sisterhood excellence and purpose. As a soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, you are expected to invest in your leadership and service experiences within our sisterhood. Further, you will play an important role in Strengthening Our Sisterhood participating thisbeconference and taking full advantage of the training thatand will be made Throughout™ thebyconference, youinwill able to immerse yourself in many enriching programs available to you to ensure your chapters have a successful program year. We are stronger together and can events. From the inaugural Legacy Luncheon that honors the legacies in our sisterhood to the accomplish more when EVERY soror participates in all that Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has to offer. electrifying Step Show that will showcase our Diving Nine family, each moment promises to inYour engagement, this year’stoRegional Conference, is so important. We know howtime essential Alpha spire, uplift, and particularly renew your in dedication our mission. Additionally, we hope that you take to Kappa Alpha Sorority’s presence is within our nation and across the world. Remember … a fully involved soror experience all of the restaurants, museums, and shopping the Queen City offers! is a devoted soror! Please participate in the workshops our International Committee Chairmen and their committee members have created for you. The resources made available to conference attendees will prepare each sororfirst to effectively run of our chapters and help develop us as leaders Job within ourwhich sisterhood andarespective Another and highlight this year’s conference is our Community Fair, provides communities. platform for professional development and networking. It is an invaluable opportunity for the commuto you connect withendeavors employersto who share our commitment to excellence and success.your investment of time, I nity thank for your Strengthen Our Sisterhood. More importantly, talent, and resources is deeply appreciated. Come and fellowship with sorors you have not seen in a while and celebrate chapter and individual sorors’ accomplishments at this Regional Conference. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, has a storied history of service, leadership, and transformation. conference our enduring is an opportunity to continue Plan now to This attend your 71st exemplifies Regional Conference, andlegacy I lookand forward to seeing each of you as we SOAR to Charlotte, NC! building upon it. Together, we will explore new horizons, chart new paths, and empower each other to drive meaningful change in our and beyond as weyou. continue to Soar to Greater “Soaring to Greater Heights ofcommunities Service & Sisterhood” with Heights in Service and Sisterhood. In majestic sisterhood and boundless service,

Soror Lanelle D. Carr Soror Danette Anthony Reed Supreme Basileus Soror Lanelle D. Carr

71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Co-Chairman

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Greetings Sorors of the Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Region! It is my pleasure to welcome you to the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional ConferOFFICE OF: ence in the Queen City of Charlotte, North Carolina. The Operations ComDanette Anthony Reed

Supremehave Basileus mittees put in countless hours of preparation, planning, and execution

for this conference to ensure that your experience in the Queen City will be a memorable one. The Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Operations Committees, as well as the Programs Committees, have worked Greetings Sorors of the Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Region! tirelessly to plan a conference that will elevate you to higher heights as you st Mid-Atlantic certifications, celebrate milestones, provide community service,Conference! and Regional I achieve am pleased to invite you to register for the 71 attend informative workshops. You will enhance your leadership skills in Regional Director Soror Nadine Vargas Stewart and your host chapters have been working diligently to prepare Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, and have opportunities to embrace your chapter members for an outstanding Regional Conference experience. I can’t wait to see what your region is doing as you are and sorority sistersHeights throughout the Region. Soaring to Greater of Service & SisterhoodTM.

As a soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, you are expected to invest in your leadership and Underexperiences the directionwithin and vision of our Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Regional Director role SororinNadine Varservice our sisterhood. Further, you will play an important Strengthening Our gas Stewart,™ weby are “Coming to AmericAKA” in theand Queen Cityfull soaring with grace, “Marvelous & be made Sisterhood participating in this conference taking advantage of thethe training that will available youCharlotte, to ensureNorth your Carolina’s, chapters have a successful program year.amd We so aremany stronger together Majestic”toway! Southern charm offers so much distinct attrac-and can accomplish more when EVERY soror participates in all that Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has to offer. tions. You can explore restaurants with diverse cuisines, visit attractions such as Carowinds, NASCAR Your particularly this year’s Regional Conference, is so important. know how essential Hallengagement, of Fame, Discovery Place,inHarvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts,We Freedom Park, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s presence is within our nation and across the world. Remember … a fully involved soror South Park Mall, to name a few. During your stay, I certainly hope that you take the opportunity to is a devoted soror! Please participate in the workshops our International Committee Chairmen and their visit thesemembers cultural offerings in your time. committee have created forleisure you. The resources made available to conference attendees will prepare each soror to effectively run our chapters and help develop us as leaders within our sisterhood and respective communities. I would like to thank Madam Regional Director Soror Nadine Vargas Stewart for allowing me to serve as 71 you Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Co-Chairman Operations.More It hasimportantly, been a blessing toinvestment work with of time, I the thank for your endeavors to Strengthen Our Sisterhood. your talent, and resources appreciated. Come and who fellowship with sororsgone you have seen in a while and the marvelous sororsisofdeeply the Western Carolina Cluster have majestically abovenot and beyond celebrate chapter and individual sorors’ accomplishments at this Regional Conference. th to ensure this conference is one you will remember forever. A special thanks to the 13 Mid-Atlantic st

Regional Director Asbury, Conference, Western Carolina Coordinator Soror Lillian Morgan, Plan now to attendSoror your Doris 71st Regional and ICluster look forward to seeing each of you as we SOAR to Charlotte, NC! Conference Chairman Soror Jamela Wintons, Programs Co-Chairman Soror Lanelle Carter, as well as the entire 71st Mid-Atlantic team for your awesome and guidance. Together, we “Soaring to GreaterRegional HeightsConference of Service & Sisterhood” withleadership you. are “Soaring to Greater Heights in Service and Sisterhood” in the Queen City of Charlotte, North Carolina! Sisterly yours,

Soror Beverly W. Tribble Soror Danette Anthony Reed Supreme Basileus Soror Beverly W. Tribble

71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Co-Chairman, Operations Corporate Office - 5656 S. Stony Island Avenue - Chicago, IL. 60637 - (773) 684-1282 - Fax (773)288-8251

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Greetings, Sorors of the MARvelous Mid-Atlantic Region, We are thrilled to extend our warmest welcome to you as we embark on an unforgettable OFFICE OF:

journey at our 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference! We are delighted to have you Danette Anthony Reed

join us for exciting activities, meaningful connections, and enriching experiences. Supreme Basileus Under the leadership of Mid-Atlantic Regional Director, Soror Nadine Vargas Stewart, we are honored to host this regional conference. Madam Regional Director truly has a ® heart forSorors Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ’s undergraduate soror, and we Greetings of the Marvelous Mid-Atlantic Region! value her diligence, dedication, and support. I am pleased to invite you to register for the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference!

Additionally, we Soror wouldNadine like to Vargas give special thanks all host of the undergraduate memRegional Director Stewart and to your chapters have been working diligently to prepare for an of outstanding Regional Conference experience. I can’t wait to see whatand your region is doing as you are bers the MARvelous Mid-Atlantic Region. We appreciate all your efforts Soaring to Greater Heights of Service & SisterhoodTM. hard work towards “Soaring to Greater Heights of Service and Sisterhood” over the

Aspast a soror year.of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, you are expected to invest in your leadership and service experiences within our sisterhood. Further, you will play an important role in Strengthening Our Sisterhood ™ by participating in this conference and taking full advantage of the training that will be made We count blessedyour to have led the Undergraduate The available toourselves you to ensure chapters have a successfulActivities program Committee. year. We are stronger together and can accomplish more when EVERY soror participates in all that Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has to offer. opportunities given to us have been instrumental in helping us create significant relationships, while working under the leadership of such a dynamic Madam Your engagement, particularly in this year’s Regional Conference, is so important. We know how essential Alpha Regional Director. By assisting conference planning, we were able toRemember examine … a fully involved soror Kappa Alpha Sorority’s presence with is within our nation and across the world. isthe a devoted Please participate in the workshops our International Committee Chairmen and their history ofsoror! our organization more thoroughly. Knowing how important our work committee members have created for you. The resources made available to conference attendees will prepare is makes us proud to be a part of the MARvelous Mid-Atlantic Region. each soror to effectively run our chapters and help develop us as leaders within our sisterhood and respective communities. Undergraduate Sorors: We are proud to recognize your MARvelous accomplishments. We have I thank you for your endeavors to Strengthen Our Sisterhood. More importantly, your investment of time, planned andis engaging events to create a unique and memorable experience justnot forseen you. in From talent, anddiverse resources deeply appreciated. Come and fellowship with sorors you have a while and our Friday nightand stepindividual show and sorors’ our Undergraduate Scholarship LuncheonConference. to our Saturday night mixer, celebrate chapter accomplishments at this Regional we will ensure your experience at the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference is equally enjoyable and Plan now to attend your 71st Regional Conference, and I look forward to seeing each of you as we SOAR to enriching.NC! Prepare yourself for a weekend filled with laughter, learning, and the joy of sisterhood. Charlotte,

“Soaring to Greater Heights Servicecreating & Sisterhood” with you.together, and soaring to new We look forward to seeing you in of Charlotte, lasting memories heights in service and sisterhood. Sisterly,

Soror Morgan Keitt Soror Danette Anthony Reed Supreme Basileus Soror Morgan Keitt

Soror MaKenzie Leonard

Soror Kerryn Lowery

Soror MaKenzie Leonard

Soror Kerryn Lowery

Undergraduate Activities Committee Co-Chairmen

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Leadership

SOROR Nadine Vargas Stewart Mid-Atlantic Regional Director

Soror Jamela Wintons

71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Chairman

Soror Doris R. Asbury

71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Honorary Chairman 13th Mid-Atlantic Regional Director

Soror Lillian Morgan

71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Assistant Chairman Western Carolina Cluster Coordinator

Soror Maya Crawford

71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Undergraduate Western Carolina Cluster Coordinator

Soror Lanelle Carr

71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Co-Chairman

Soror Beverly Tribble

71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Co-Chairman

Soror Morgan Keitt

71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Undergraduate Activities Co-Chairman

Soror MaKenzie Leonard

71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Undergraduate Activities Co-Chairman

Soror Kerryn Lowery

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GRADUATE CHAPTERS Alpha Lambda Omega – Charlotte, NC Gamma Gamma Omega – Asheville, NC Delta Xi Omega – Salisbury, NC Zeta Mu Omega – Gastonia, NC Lambda Upsilon Omega – Concord, NC Xi Phi Omega – Hickory, NC Rho Psi Omega – Charlotte, NC Omega Iota Omega – Charlotte, NC Omega Sigma Omega – Shelby, NC Alpha Alpha Chi Omega – Monroe, NC

UNDERGRADUATE CHAPTERS Alpha Xi – Salisbury, NC – Livingstone College* Gamma Delta – Charlotte, NC – Johnson C. Smith University* Kappa Alpha – Cullowhee, NC – Western Carolina University Kappa Kappa – Charlotte, NC – University of North Carolina at Charlotte Omicron Kappa – Boone, NC – Appalachian State University Sigma Psi – Davidson, NC – Davidson College Tau Beta – Charlotte, NC – Queens University Upsilon Beta – Charlotte, NC – Johnson & Wales University *Denotes Historically Black College or University

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Display registration badges to gain access to conference meetings, events, vendors’ area, and as requested by the host committee.

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Arrive on time for all sessions and be prepared to conduct Alpha Kappa Alpha business.

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Be sisterly and do not hold seats. If a soror asks for a seat, offer it to her with a smile.

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Sit in designated areas. If an area is reserved for delegates, diamond/pearl/golden sorors, special needs/disabled, very special guest, or emergency medical team, and you do not fit into those categories, please find a seat that suits your designation.

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Turn off (or silence) all electronic devices during all sessions and not record or take photos during business meetings or rituals to include diamond/pearl/golden/silver induction ceremonies.

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Adhere to appropriate conference attire recommendations for each scheduled event.

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Always stand when the Regional Director, Supreme Basileus, Former Supreme Basilei, and dais guests enter a room.

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Limit walking during programs/sessions, especially during meditations, introductions and when the Regional Director or Supreme Basileus are addressing the delegation.

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Speak after being recognized by the presiding officer. Address the presiding officer as “Madam Regional Director”.

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Give precedence to the Regional Director, Supreme Basileus, Former Supreme Basilei and Former Regional Directors if a line has formed to access an elevator, escalator or doorway.

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Seek approval from a disabled soror, before offering assistance. Many sorors are independent and may not require assistance. For example, “May I help you?”

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Questions regarding the conference may be directed to any of the following sorors:

MAILING INQUIRIES: 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference PO Box 1612 Knightdale, NC 27545-1612

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ABOUT

Registration

Please view conference registration information on the Mid-Atlantic Regional website midatlanticaka.org. Sorors must register for the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional online. Registration is open to dues-paying members. Only financially active sorors may participate in Conference activities. Neither financial nor non-financial sorors may be guests of financial sorors at the conference. 1. Sorors are to register online for the Regional Conference via the Online Registration System. 2. Regular registration will open through February 4, 2024. The online registration fees are Graduate Sorors - $250 and Undergraduate Sorors - $125. 3. Late registration will open from February 5, 2024, through March 1, 2024, and must be purchased using a credit or debit card. The late registration fee is $50. 4. Sorors with a valid email address will receive a confirmation email. Please retain the email confirmation. 5. Only the chapter Basileus or Tamiouchos may submit group registration. Chapters can purchase group registration via chapter check, cashier’s or certified check, or money order. Chapters will be assessed $50 for a returned chapter check.

Make payable to: AKA Mid-Atlantic Region Memo: 71st MARC Chapter Group Registration

Mail Payments to: Soror Sonja Brown AKA Mid-Atlantic Region Financial Secretary PO Box 1612 Knightdale, NC 27545-1612

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Reminders

Onsite conference registration is not available. Please review your registration choices to ensure your registration is submitted accurately. The Region is not responsible for registrations that are inaccurately submitted. Activities may be added to an existing registration online until March 1, 2024, based on availability only. Accepted online group registration payment methods include chapter check, cashier’s or certified check, or money order payable to: AKA Mid-Atlantic Region Memo: 71st MARC Chapter Online Group Registration Mail Payments to: Soror Sonja Brown Mid-Atlantic Regional Financial Secretary PO Box 1612 Knightdale, NC 27545-1612

REGISTRATION CHECK-IN A financial card, registration confirmation, and photo identification are required for check-in.

Hours Wednesday, April 10, 2024 4:00PM – 8:00PM (Host Chapters Only) Thursday, April 11, 2024 7:00AM – 6:00PM Friday, April 12, 2024 7:00AM – 6:00PM Saturday, April 13, 2024 7:00AM – 11:00AM (Final)

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Planning Checklist

We look forward to seeing you at the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference. As you pack clothing and personal items that are appropriate for the weather and occasion, we encourage you to save space for important healthcare items. Please consider the suggestions below: • • •

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Complete emergency contact information and share the details with your roommate. Consider using email, text message or screenshot for sharing. Bring your insurance card(s). Pack enough prescription and over-the-counter medications to meet your needs. Include emergency use injection medications, antihistamines, antacids, non-steroidal pain medications. Bring extra medications in case there is a delay in travel. Consider bringing an accurate list of medications in case of an emergency. Wear an emergency alert bracelet or necklaces as they will help with medical management. Bring assistive devices such as a cane, walker or wheelchair. Scooters are available for rent. Please refer to the scooter rental form for more information. List special meal requests, dietary restrictions, or food allergies on your electronic registration form. Pack a light jacket or sweater. Conference rooms are often kept at cooler temperatures. Wear comfortable fitting shoes; there is likely a lot of walking.

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MOBILITY

SCOOTER

RENTAL Scooter pricing depends on the type of equipment, rental dates, and delivery locations. Sorors must arrange their scooter rental before the conference begins by contacting one of the providers listed below.

SCOOTER PROVIDERS SCOOTAROUND

CAREWORKS MOBILITY

Daily fees depending on the size.

Daily fees depending on the size

Phone: 1-888-441-7575

Heavy Duty Scooters available

Email: info@scootaround.com

Phone: 1-704-879-5189 Email: cltmobility704@gmail.com

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WAIVER OF

Liability Release

I hereby release and agree to hold Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® harmless from and waive any and all causes of action, claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses and compensation for illness or death arising out of exposure to COVID-19 that may be caused by any act or failure to act during my participation in this event or activity on behalf of myself, my heirs, and any personal representatives. I understand that this Waiver discharges Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, its employees or its representatives from any liability or claim that I, my heirs, or any personal representatives may have against the sorority arising out of exposure to COVID-19. The Waiver of Liability and Release extends to members of the Board of Directors, employees, and participating members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®. By attending the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference, I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk that I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by participating in this activity or event or other Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® activities and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death.

ATTESTATION By voluntarily attending the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference, I acknowledge this Waiver of Liability and Release. I attest that I have read and fully understand this statement and that my participation in this event is strictly voluntary and not under threats, duress or coercion by anyone.

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DELEGATE CERTIFICATION

Information

Please list the names of your chapter’s delegates and alternates to the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference on the Delegate Registration Form link provided. The number of delegates for each chapter is based on the number of financially active sorors as of February 1, 2024. The Basileus must certify all delegates and alternates before registration for the conference. The Chapter Basileus or Grammateus may authorize a change in delegates or alternates, and the change must bear one of their signatures. Please submit the Delegate Certification Form by February 15, 2024. Please submit the form electronically to: https://bit.ly/47Qumve

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Minutes to the 70th Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference can be accessed on the Mid-Atlantic Regional Website. Please complete the form below by February 15, 2024, to submit corrections. Please submit corrections here: https://bit.ly/46S7xq1

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RECOMMENDATIONS & RESOLUTIONS

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Please submit recommendations or resolutions to the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference by using the form below. Please provide the proposed recommendation or resolution and the rationale by February 15, 2024. Submit Recommendations or Resolutions here: https://bit.ly/3ReDeEd Questions? Please contact Soror Dana Cuberson, Recommendations and Resolutions Chairman, danacuberson@gmail.com.

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GENERAL STEP SHOW REGISTRATION

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Registration will close on Friday, March 1, 2024. There will be no on-site registration. All performing organizations must submit registration forms and team rosters with your non-refundable entry fee of $100.00 to: CERTIFIED CHECK OR MONEY ORDER MADE PAYABLE TO: AKA Mid-Atlantic Region Memo: 71st MARC Step Show MAIL PAYMENTS TO: Sonja Brown AKA Mid-Atlantic Region Financial Secretary PO Box 1612 Knightdale, NC 27545-1612 REGISTRATION CONTACT EMAIL: 2024marcstepshow@gmail.com

GENERAL INFORMATION 1.

Participating team members must be active financial members of an undergraduate or graduate chapter of a fraternity or sorority within the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC). Undergraduate chapters will compete in the Step Show and graduate chapters will compete in the Stroll Off. Team members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® should also refer to the Step Show/Stroll Request Form located in the members only section of the Mid-Atlantic Region website. Teams will be informed with a follow-up email on instructions and directions for the show.

2. Step Show performances are limited to a maximum of ten (10) minutes. The participants in the Stroll Off will be limited to a maximum of three (3) minutes. Two (2) points for each additional minute over the time limit allotted will be deducted from the organization’s overall score. 3. Teams competing in the Step Show can have a minimum of two (2) performers and a maximum of ten (10) members performing. Teams competing in the Stroll Off can have a minimum of two (2) performers and a maximum of fifteen (15) members performing. Each team is allowed to have no more than two (2) persons designated to handle music and props for their show. These persons must be available as the group performs to set the stage and cue sound personnel. Music must be CLEAN (no profanity) and prepared by performance time. All teams must register using the following JotForm link: https://form.jotform.com/mar_tech/marc-step-show-form 4. The following props are NOT permitted on stage or to be used at any point during the performance: •

Videos, Screens, floor shows, fog machines, fire/fireworks (pyrotechnics), or special lighting

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All props and special requirements must be approved by the committee by emailing 2024marcstepshow@gmail. com by (April 1, 2024). 5.

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bers of your organization that are not performing may not be backstage or on stage at any time during the show and must purchase a ticket for entry. 7.

In the event there are more teams registered for the Step Show or Stroll Off than time slots available, the event chairman and Alpha Kappa Alpha will determine show participants based on first come, first serve basis by organization. If your team is not selected, you will be notified and your entry fee will be refunded.

RULES AND REGULATIONS Performances 1.

The order of the performances will be based on the organization’s founding date. Each step team will have a maximum of ten (10) minutes to perform. Each stroll team will have a maximum of three (3) minutes to perform. The beginning of the show is deemed as the first movement, word, or song from the performing organization. The clock will start as soon as the first action is displayed.

2. Each performance must be in good taste and not degrade another person or organization. 3. Points will be deducted for performances that pass the allotted time limit. •

Two (2) points for each additional minute over the time limit allotted will be deducted from the organization’s overall score.

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Use of foul language, music, or sexually explicit physical gestures (i.e., vulgarity) will result in point deductions and/or disqualification. •

Disqualifications: Inappropriate content (nudity, fighting, sexually offensive, etc.)

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Deductions will only be made if a majority of the judges feels the organization has committed a violation.

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Please keep in mind the audience that will be attending this performance will include individuals of various ages (children, VIPs, etc.). For this reason, groups are asked to refrain from profanity in the music selection and alluding to the use of alcohol and/or drugs.

4. The Mid-Atlantic Regional Director reserves the right to disqualify a team for any of the reasons above. Attire 1.

NO X-Rated attire or content is to be used.

2. NO attire that reveals any private parts of the body including “see through” material. Each team member shall be mindful of the requirement that they present themselves publicly in a way that represents the moral and ethical standards of their respective organizations. 3. Each member is expected to wear appropriate attire. 4. All clothing should be clean, properly fitting and in good repair and meets the following requirements: •

All undergarments (including briefs/boxers, thongs and sports bras) should be properly covered by outer clothing and should not be visible.

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Transparent or sheer clothing, low cut tops and very short skirts, shorts or dresses are inappropriate.

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Attire must not display obscene, profane, illegal, inappropriate or offensive images or words, including references to alcohol, tobacco drug usage or violence.

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Sexually explicit music or physical gestures are grounds for IMMEDIATE disqualification. Any obscenity, nudity, violence, degrading of other organizations, explicit or lewd acts (e.g., humping the floor, eating pie,

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etc.), EXCESSIVE gyrations, and use of vulgarity will result in point deductions OR team disqualification. 2. If a team member is found to be disruptive, disrespectful, or expressly unprofessional, the team will be disqualified. This includes any vulgar or disrespectful behavior on or off the stage directed to any participant, official or audience member. 3. All music must be submitted via email by Monday, April 8, 2024, at 2024marcstepshow@gmail.com. Please bring a copy of your music on a flash drive just in case there are any unforeseen circumstances. Day of Performance Check-in 1.

All participants are required to check in at the MARC office (Charlotte Convention Center) on Friday, April 12, 2024. A follow-up email will be sent with more details on the check-in process.

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Undergraduates will perform in the Step Show category.

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2. Sororities will compete against each other. Fraternities will compete against each other. 3. Prizes will be awarded to the top performers in each category. 4. Prize money will be awarded to organizations in the Step Show category only. 5.

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Sorority Prize: 1st Place - $1,000, 2nd Place - $500, 3rd Place - $250

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Fraternity Prize: 1st Place - $1,000, 2nd Place - $500, 3rd Place - $250

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Sorority Prize: 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place awards

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Fraternity Prize: 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place awards

6. If you are deemed a winner, please notify us in writing to whom the check should be made payable and the address where the check should be mailed. Prize money will only be awarded to the organization. It cannot be awarded to individuals. Scoring 1.

Judges will be representatives chosen from each of the National Pan-Hellenic Council organizations within the Charlotte area.

Categories Points The minimum number of points that will be awarded is 5 points and the maximum number of points awarded will be 50 points.

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IVY BEYOND THE WALL NOTIFICATION

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Deadline: February 18, 2024 Please provide the names of sorors who became an Ivy Beyond the Wall since the 70th Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference. All submissions should be made using the link provided by February 18, 2024. Please submit the soror’s information here: https://bit.ly/3Mtw3Xl

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JEWELS RECOGNITION

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Please provide the names of sorors who have reached the milestone of Diamond, Pearl, Golden, or Silver since the 70th Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference. Submit a professional headshot or a solo 300 dpi vertical image in JPG or PNG format of each jewel. Please submit information and photos by February 15, 2024. Complete the Jewels Submission Form here: https://bit.ly/3SmSIbu The DPGS Committee is seeking to highlight new Diamond Sorors in a special way. Chapter Basilei are asked to submit information for each soror who will reach Diamond status in 2024 and indicate the city and state of the soror and if she may be able to participate in a special video recording on a date and at a location to be determined near the soror. Depending on her location, a personal recording on site may be arranged. If the soror is likely unable to participate, please submit a video with the following specifications: no more than one minute and 30 seconds in length; if recorded on a mobile device, please record horizontally. Questions? Please contact Saundra McCullough-Cobey at 71stmarc.dpgs@gmail.com. All submissions should be made using the link provided no later than February 1, 2024. Complete the Diamond Video Form here: https://bit.ly/3SmSIbu

Jewels Commemorative Luncheon Program We will honor jewels at the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference with a Commemorative Jewels Program Book which will feature photos of the jewels. Sorors may purchase the book for $10 at registration. Questions? Please contact the Jewels Luncheon Committee at 71stmarc.dpgs@gmail.com.

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LEADERSHIP BREAKFAST

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The Janet Jones Ballard Breakfast will celebrate Leadership in the Queen City. The Leadership Breakfast Committee is asking all chapter leaders (Basileus, Anti-Basileus, Graduate Advisor) to complete the form below and provide a headshot. Please complete the form below by February 15, 2024. Please submit photos here: https://bit.ly/47k9Cfe

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The Mid-Atlantic Region is celebrating legacies at the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Confernece at the new Legacy Luncheon. Sorors registering for the luncheon are encourage to upload photos of themselves and their legacy for a special tribute. Please submit your photos by February 15, 2024 using the link below. Please submit photos here: https://bit.ly/3u7inL2

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Celebrate your Legacy. Come walk and stroll in the Legacy Parade. It’s an amazing time to bond as sorors and family. Dress in similar attire and make lasting memories. Please complete the legacy participation form below by February 15, 2024. Register here: https://bit.ly/3uzuEIr

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MEDICAL CORP VOLUNTEER

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The Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Medical Corp is seeking sorors to provide medical assistance during the conference. Volunteers are needed to work in four-hour shifts. Please complete the form below by February 15, 2024. Register to serve on the Medical Corp here: https://bit.ly/3QJX0sb If any questions please contact Soror Cynthia Stitt, Chairman Medical Corp Committee at: MAR71MarCorp1908@gmail.com

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Let your Marvelous & Majestic voice always be heard at the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference. This is a Serious Matter. The MARC Choir is looking for sorors committed to music excellence and willing to share their pretty voices to uplift and entertain attendees during the conference. The MARC Choir is now accepting members. Sorors with mesmerizing voices, excellent stage presence, and beautiful, uplifting voices are highly encouraged to apply. The choir will perform during the Public Meeting and at the plenary sessions. There were several opportunities to display your vocal talents. Apply today. You don’t want to miss this regal opportunity to be a part of this Marvelous & Majestic musical extravaganza. Please complete the form to join the 71st MARC Choir by February 15, 2024. Join here: https://bit.ly/3FMZbos

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PHILACTER VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION

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Philacters will serve as Door Keepers and Traffic Flow guides throughout the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference. Sorors will provide information and directions. Service shifts may start as early as 7:00 am and may end at 8:00 pm (estimated). Sorors who desire to serve as philacters must soar in service with a smile, stand for three to four hours, and wear comfortable shoes. Register here: https://bit.ly/3QIKdGy Questions? Please contact Philacter Committee Chairmam Soror Catrina Judie, akactj89@gmail.com, or Soror Tamacia Bing, tbing08@gmail.com.

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D K R I O V E BO Service Project

The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Mid-Atlantic Region, supports literacy efforts in the greater Charlotte Community. Join us by donating new books for students in grades K-5 to the Charlotte Hornets Book Bus. Picture and chapter books featuring African American culture are requested. Bring your donation to the designated area in the Charlotte Convention Center.

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The Educational Advancement Foundation (EAF) was established in 1980 in the Mid-Atlantic Region. All Mid-Atlantic sorors are invited to donate $19.80 to EAF! The first 1,000 Sorors who donate $19.80 [or more] will be recognized at the 71st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference during the Third Plenary session.

Continuing the 1980 Legacy of Academic Excellence Campaign Sorors can also participate in the Continuing the 1980 Legacy of Academic Excellence Raffle Raffle Tickets: $10 per ticket OR $25 for 3 tickets Exclusive Raffle Prizes:

• 1st Prize: 2024 Boule Registration (AKA Members Only) or $450 Visa Gift Card • 2nd Prize: $350 Visa Gift Card • 3rd Prize: $200 Visa Gift Card

Raffle Ticket sales end 4/12/24 at 9:00 pm. Winners will be drawn during the EAF Breakfast on 4/13/24. You do not need to be present to win. Additional information on how to purchase tickets and to join the campaign will be published in the January MAR Notes.

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Chapter & Sorors

Deadline: Postmarked by February 1, 2024 Please indicate the size of the advertisement you wish to purchase and enclose the corresponding payment and your camera-ready advertisement .pdf format (300 dpi), along with this form. Please transmit as indicated below. • • •

Although the souvenir journal is 8-1/2” x 11”, the printable area must not exceed 7” x 10”. Please proofread advertisement(s) prior to submitting. Advertisements will be printed as submitted. Please note that advertisements are subject to approval by the Mid-Atlantic Regional Director and the Souvenir Journal Committee Chairman. All registered sorors will receive a digital copy of the Souvenir Journal.

Advertisement Category Full Page Ad with photo - $300 Half Page Ad with photo - $150 Quarter Page Ad - $100 Patrons - $25 Please complete this form electronically by February 1, 2024. Questions? Please contact: Dr. Meg Gibson, Souvenir Journal Committee Chairman Email: 71marcsouvenirjournal@gmail.com Also send a copy of this form with your payment, postmarked by February 1, 2024. Checks should be made payable to AKA Mid-Atlantic Region, and include MARC Souvenir Journal in the memo line. Mail to: Attn: MAR Financial Secretary PO Box 1612 Knightdale, NC 27545-1612 MARVELOUS MID-ATLANTIC

SOUVENIR ADVERTISEMENT INFORMATION

Businesses & Organizations

Advertisement Category Full Page Ad - $1,000 Half Page Ad- $500 Quarter Page Ad - $250 Please complete this form electronically by February 1, 2024. Questions? Please contact: Dr. Meg Gibson, Souvenir Journal Committee Chairman Email: 71marcsouvenirjournal@gmail.com Also send a copy of this form with your payment, postmarked by February 1, 2024. Checks should be made payable to AKA Mid-Atlantic Region, and include MARC Souvenir Journal in the memo line. Mail to: Attn: MAR Financial Secretary PO Box 1612 Knightdale, NC 27545-1612

71ST MID-ATLANTIC REGIONAL CONFERENCE