Upsilon Eta Omega Regular Chapter Meeting

March 2, 2019 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Upsilon Eta Omega Chapter Chapter Meeting Fairfield High Preparatory School March 2, 2019, 9:30 AM Soror Manessa Wilson, Presiding

Agenda

Call to Order Soror Manessa Wilson Meditation Soror Raven Moore Adoption of Agenda Soror Manessa Wilson Adoption of Minutes Soror Manessa Wilson

Officer’s Reports Basileus Soror Manessa Wilson Anti-Basileus Soror Cynthia Todd Tamiouchos Soror Deborah Hawkins Anti-Tamiouchos Soror Gloria Carter Pecunious Grammateus Soror Lawanika Coleman Anti-Pecunious Grammateus Soror Rita Patterson Epistoleus Soror LaToya Jones Hodegos Soror Vergie Davis Philacter Soror Felicia Jolly

Committee Reports Budget and Finance Soror Deborah Hawkins Sisterly Relations Soror Vergie Davis Executive Board Soror Venita Wesley Pillowcase Project Soror Wanda Jackson Graduate Advisor Council Soror Michelle Sallie Lee

Unfinished Business

New Business

Announcements Constitution and Bylaws Soror Malera Traylor Wright Membership Soror Nadine Reese Global Impact Soror Sakeena Smith Scholarship Soror Jamesel Lewis Step Team Soror Tomeshia Hubbard EAF Soror LaKorya Jackson

Sister to Sister

International Hymn and Pledge

Adjournment

Minutes

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Upsilon Eta Omega Chapter

Date: February 2, 2019 Regular Meeting No. 2

The meeting was held on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at Fairfield High Preparatory School in Fairfield, AL. The presiding officer, Soror Manessa Wilson, and the secretary, Soror Miriam Blankenship, were present. The minutes of the January 5, 2019 meeting were approved with no corrections.

The meeting was called to order by Soror Manessa Wilson, Basileus at 8:31 am. The meditation was given by Soror Raven Moore, Chaplain. The agenda was adopted with the following corrections and additions:

1. Soror Brooke Adams will give a Valley Pearls Service Foundation report.

A quorum was established. (X) Yes ( ) No.

There are 348 sorors on roll with 220 members present and 4 visiting sorors . See attached attendance list.

REPORTS OF OFFICERS Basileus: Summary of report filed as read: (C) Soror Manessa Wilson • A special thank you to the Membership Committee, Soror Tracey Morant Adams, and all other collaborating committees and chapter members who contributed to making our AKA Reactivation Day such a huge success! • The first inaugural South Eastern Region President’s Retreat was held on January 18 - 19. A plethora of information was shared for effective chapter operations. o Upcoming dates of activities shared by the Regional Director were: . Undergraduate Roundup will be held September 6 - 7, 2019 in Birmingham, AL. All members of chapters’ Graduate Advisor Council will be allowed to register. . The 88th South Eastern Regional Conference will be held in Knoxville, TN. • The Joint Founders’ Day Luncheon is today at the BJCC. • Regular registration for the 87th South Eastern Regional Conference has ended; late registration ends on February 5. Newly reactivated sorors will be allowed to register, without incurring a late fee, if the corporate office has updated their profile status to active before February 5. • Sorors Venita Wesley, Michelle Harris, and Eunice Rogers are serving in co- chair capacities for the Joint Founders’ Day Luncheon and are at the BJCC preparing. They will receive credit for today’s chapter meeting.

Soror Michelle Sallie Lee made the motion that the 2019 late fees be due by February 15, to be in compliance with the corporate office’s extended deadline of February 22. Soror Tracey Morant Adams seconded the motion.

Discussion: Is this a contradiction to the bylaws? Our bylaws can not contradict the directives of the corporate office, so this motion will help the chapter conform to what the national office has asked. In addition, this is only a one time case.

Membership Passed (February 2, 2019) Action Taken

(Action Required) Anti-Basileus/Program: Summary of report filed as read: (C) Soror Cynthia Todd • Target 1: HBCU for Life (TaShonda Lewis Taylor: chair and Rae-Ann Spears: co-chair) o The committee will be attending Senior Day at the Miles vs. Tuskegee basketball game on Saturday, February 9. o Please report any HBCU donations to Soror TaShonda Lewis Taylor. o All sorors are encouraged to donate $35 annually to the HBCU endowment, per our Supreme Basileus. o The Biggest Giver Fundraiser has been canceled. • #CAP (College Admissions Process) (Margie Curry and Miriam Blankenship: co-chairs) o The committee partnered with Carver High School on January 23 on their FAFSA Day of Assistance and on January 30 with the student workshop. • Target 2: Women’s Healthcare & Wellness (Jerri Haslem: chair and Jamie Bell: co-chair) rd o The committee supported the 3 Annual MLK Day 5K Drum Run on January 19. o The Pink Goes Red in support of Heart Health Awareness was held on February1 at Spare Time Bowling. • Care for the Caregivers (Moriea Lewis and Bettie Cogman: co-chairs) o The committee will participate in a birthday celebration for the attendees at the McCoy Adult Daycare Center on February 19. • Target 3: Building Your Economic Legacy (Jan Williams, Selena Rogers Dickerson, and Maria Flournoy: co-chairs) o If you are a business owner, please submit your information to Soror Jan Williams. The committee is in the process of putting together an Upsilon Eta Omega business directory. o UEO supported our very own Soror Iyishia Jones in a closed event at her Ishi? Boutique. • Target 4: The Arts! (Debborah Barnes: chair, Casi Ferguson and LaToya Jones: co-chairs) o The committee is planning an art competition for the Fairfield School System during Black History Month. • Target 5: Global Impact Sakeena Smith: chair and Kimberly Bishop: co-chair) o The committee will be partnering with the Literacy Council of Central Alabama on their ESOL Family Literacy Program on February 5 at CJ Donald Elementary School from 3 pm until 5 pm. • Pillowcase Project (Wanda Jackson: chair) o The committee held its second sewing activity on January 19. • Collaborations Committee (Veronica Ellison: chair and Sharon McGrue and Wendy Hicks: co-chairs) o The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. International Day of Service Community Impact Day was observed on January 21 at CJ Donald Elementary School. Over 100 sorors participated in packaging weekend meals for Fairfield City School students. • The 2019 UEO Program Book was distributed in the Weekly Announcements. • Dr. Jamie Bell gave a 2 minute talk on Heart Health: o The number 1 cause of death of women is heart disease. . 1 in 3 women will die due to heart issues. o Your blood pressure has two numbers: the top number should be below 140 and the bottom should be below 90. o Make sure to see a doctor, whom you can talk freely with, at least once a year. . Many women have no symptoms. . Know your body. o Love Yourself and Love Your Heart!

(NO Action Required) Tamiouchos: Summary of financial statement filed as read: (C) Soror Deborah Hawkins Operating Account: Checking (Wells Fargo) Balance: $53,717.80

Operating Account: Money Market (Wells Fargo) Balance: $3,622.02

Investment Account: Raymond James Balance: $23,111.57 (December balance)

(NO Action Required) Anti-Tamiouchos: Summary of financial statement filed as read: (C) Soror Gloria Carter Foundation Account: Checking (Regions) Balance: $39,643.11

Savings (Regions) Balance: $_40,040.61 (January Balance Unavailable)

Raymond James Balance: $16,642.86 (January Balance Unavailable)

(NO Action Required) Pecunious Grammateus: Summary of funds received and filed as read: (C) Soror Lawanika Coleman Funds received January 2019: $59,733.93 (NO Action Required)

Total Membership for 2018: 249 Reactivations for January 2019: 125 Total Membership for 2019: 348

Anti-Pecunious Grammateus: Summary of Funds received and filed as read: (C) Soror Rita Patterson Funds received for January 2019: $4,755.81 (NO Action Required)

Epistoleus: Monthly correspondence filed as read: (C) Soror LaToya Jones The chapter correspondence was read. The support request is addressed in the Executive Board Report.

(NO Action Required) Hodegos: Summary of visitors, courtesies, etc. filed as read: (C) Soror Vergie Davis Read by Soror Bianca Moore Recognized sorors who celebrate their birthday in the month of February. The Hodegos reported sisterly AKAlades and concerns of chapter members. Also, she recognized visiting sorors. (NO Action Required)

REPORTS OF EXECUTIVE, STANDING COMMITTEES AND AD HOC COMMITTEES Disposition of committee report was: A. Referred back to committee D. Adopted in part (explain) B. Postponed E. Adopted in its entirety C. Placed on file F. Referred to another committee (explain)

Executive Board Disposition of Report (C) Report Attached (X) Yes ( ) No Soror Venita Wesley Read by Cynthia Todd The following recommendations were made at the January 24, 2019 Executive Board Meeting:

Recommendation # 1: The Basileus recommends that the February 2, 2019 chapter meeting be moved to 8:30 am, with refreshments to follow, due to the Joint Founders’ Day Luncheon being moved to February 2.

Executive Meeting Passed (January 24, 2019) Action Taken

Membership Passed (February 2, 2019) Action Taken

Recommendation # 2: The Basilei Council/Leadership Development Committee recommends that the Basileus appoint an Ad Hoc Committee to assist the Philacter with the sign in process, due to the increase in membership.

Executive Meeting Passed (January 24, 2019) Action Taken

Membership Passed (February 2, 2019) Action Taken

Support Request # 1: The Seventh District of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated are soliciting support through the purchase of chapter ads in their 82nd District Meeting. The Executive Board recommends that the chapter purchase a full page ad in the amount of $150.

Executive Meeting Passed (January 24, 2019) Action Taken

Membership Passed (February 2, 2019) Action Taken

(Action Required) Scholarship Committee Disposition of Report (C) Report Attached (X) Yes ( ) No Soror Jamesel Lewis • The Scholarship Committee and #CAP will collaborate on the 2019 Workshop. The workshop will be held at Miles College on March 3 at 4pm. • The next committee meeting will be a conference call on Monday, February 4 at 7 pm.

The Scholarship Committee recommends that the application be revised to state “ Eligible candidates must be a student in the last semester of high school. Candidates must have a 3.0 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale, enroll in an accredited 2 year or 4 year College or University following graduation and attend a mandatory meeting.”

Membership Passed (February 2, 2019) Action Taken

(Action Required) Valley Pearls Service Foundation Disposition of Report (C) Report Attached (X) Yes ( ) No Soror Brooke Adams The Valley Pearls Service Foundation recommends that the 2019 assessment be $150.00.

Membership Passed (February 2, 2019) Action Taken

(Action Required) Announcements: Summary:

Soror LaKorya Jackson • February is EAF month. (EAF) • Please see Soror Rita Patterson to make your $10 EAF donation.

o Once you make a donation, you will be entered in a drawing to receive the first UEO Pearl Box (filled with a plethora of AKA paraphernalia and pink/green merchandise).

Soror Sakeena Smith • Collection of shoes and eyeglasses will begin in March and end in (Global Impact Committee) November. The collection dates will be based on last names. • Each soror is asked to bring 1 pair of shoes and glasses to the regional conference. Every other donation should be made through the chapter’s donation days.

Soror Nadine Reese • Thank you to everyone who helped make the Reclamation Day a huge (Membership Committee) success. • We reclaimed 111 sorors on January 15 and over 120 for the month of January!!!

• New Chapter Member Orientation is scheduled for February 24. More

details are forthcoming.

• Please make sure that everyone fills out their profile sheet.

• If you are new to the chapter, please see Soror Nadine after the chapter meeting to ensure your name is spelled correct. Name badges are being ordered soon. • The committee is in need of mentors. • Please make sure all information on reactivation forms is filled out. • The Membership Committee will meet this week.

Soror Wanda Jackson • Each committee is challenged to make 20 dresses. (Pillowcase Project) • The next “Sew and Chew” will be held on February 9 at New Pilgrim Towers. You do not need any sewing experience.

Soror Cheryl Kidd • The committee has gained $22,000 in commitments from 3 sorors for the (Valley Pearls Service Foundation) Pink on the Green Golf Fundraiser.

o To ensure the fundraiser is a success, the committee is in need of graphic artists, PR specialists, social media specialists, and logistics specialists. Please contact Soror Cheryl at [email protected] to volunteer.

Soror Brooke Adams • If you want to buy or sell a Founders’ Day Ticket luncheon, please see Soror Brooke immediately after the chapter meeting.

Soror Michelle Sallie Lee • The Benevolence Fund has been created to help sorors who have financial (Basilei Council) struggles staying active. • Please consider donating to the benevolence fund. Although donations will be taken at any time throughout the year, February and March are the months designated for donations.

Soror Davita Jefferson King • There will be photos taken immediately after the chapter meeting of all (Ivy Leaf Reporter) reactivated sorors.

• The NPHC Pancake Breakfast will be held on March 2 from 7 am until 9 am Soror Alicia Tarver at Applebee’s. Please see Rita Patterson to purchase your $5 tickets. (NPHC)

(NO Action Required)

Sister to Sister Relations • We have 2 sorors who reactivated with the chapter today. • Soror Bianca recognized our Golden Sorors and those who will turn golden this year with boxes of chocolate. • Soror Torii Ramsey acknowledged Soror Eugena White. Soror Eugena was appointed by the Mayor of Birmingham to the Human Rights Committee.

Old/Unfinished Business N/A

New Business N/A

The meeting was adjourned at 9:48 (X) a.m. ( ) p.m. The next meeting will be on March 2, 2019 at 9:30 a.m., at Fairfield High Preparatory School.

Grammateus ______

Date Approved ______

Basileus ______Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Upsilon Eta Omega Chapter Chapter Meeting Basileus Report March 2, 2019

1. Thank you for your cooperation in adjusting the February chapter meeting time to accommodate those who attended the Joint Founders’ Day Luncheon, and for the chapter participation shown through attendance at the luncheon. Sorors Eunice Rogers, Patricia Staton, and Venita Wesley, and Michelle Harris served in different capacities at the luncheon, and therefore could not attend chapter meeting; they will receive meeting credit for the February 2 meeting.

2. Soror Tracey Morant Adams is currently attending Spring Directorate meeting and cannot be in attendance with us today; she will receive meeting credit for today’s meeting.

3. The Founders’ Day Committee will present a program before chapter meeting on March 2, at 8:30 am, with Rededication to follow at 9:00 am. Please remember that Rededication is a ritual, and therefore no pants are allowed. Chapter meeting will begin at 9:30 am, and regional conference delegate training will take place immediately following chapter meeting.

4. The 87th South Eastern Regional Conference will be held in Mobile, AL, March 7-10, 2019. Please note the weekly announcements for information regarding the chapter dinner, service project, and other pertinent information.

5. AKA Day at the Capitol regular registration in now open and may be accessed through the South Eastern region’s website under the Online Store tab; the cost is $45 through April 9.

6. Registration is also now open for the 2019 Leadership Seminar to be held in Nashville, TN, June 26-30, 2019. Registration cost is $295 through March 31, after which the cost will be $325 through April 15.

7. All end-of-year reports should have already been submitted by now, however if you have any EOY books that are due in to the Standards Committee please remember to submit those as soon as possible.

8. All committee chairs please remember to provide ample meeting notice to your committee members when scheduling a meeting, as well as provide an agenda prior to the actual meeting. Also please remember to provide two signed copies of your report when reporting at the executive board and chapter meetings.

9. A Philacter Ad Hoc Committee has been established; Soror Felicia Jolly will chair this committee; committee members are Sorors Kiyana Bell, Veronica Ellison, Lori Harris, Angela Kirkwood, Michelle Sallie Lee, Elaine Mosley, Danielle Ridgeway, and Tareya Witt.

10. It is my recommendation that the chapter implement one additional ad hoc committee:

Spiritual Oversight Committee- this committee will operate in compliance with the sorority’s International Spiritual Oversight Committee by providing assistance as needed to the chapter and Basileus. This committee would be chaired by our chapter’s Chaplain, Soror Raven Moore, and would provide services such as individual member’s prayer needs, as well as a monthly chapter prayer call.

Submitted by,

Manessa Wilson Basileus Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Upsilon Eta Omega Anti-Basileus Chapter Report March 2, 2019

1. Target 1 - HBCU for Life a. Soror Tashonda Lewis-Taylor (Chair) & Soror Rae Ann Spears (Co-Chair) b. The HBCU for Life Committee supported HBCU’s by attending Senior day at the Miles vs Tuskegee basketball game on Saturday, February 9, 2019 at 3:00 PM at Miles College. Sorors and students enjoyed the event! c. Per request from Madam Supreme Basileus Soror Glenda Glover, all Sorors are encouraged to donate $35 annually to the HBCU endowment to reach our overall goal of $10 million. As of February 19th, our chapter donations equal $155.05 d. Please report any HBCU donations that you have made to our HBCU for Life chair, Soror Tashonda Lewis-Taylor – [email protected]. Donations include, but are not limited to, direct college donations, alumni association dues, car tags, etc. You may make checks payable to VPSF to cover your annual HBCU donation.

2. #CAP (College Admissions Process) Signature Program: a. Soror Margie Curry and Soror Miriam Blankenship (Co-Chairs) b. The #CAP committee hosted additional FAFSA workshops at Carver High School on February 21 and February 25. The next FAFSA workshop at Carver High School will be March 7th from 8:30 am until 1:00 pm. Committee members are needed to assist students inputting information and to make calls to parents to encourage them to fill out the FAFSA.

3. Target 2 - Women's Healthcare & Wellness a. Soror Jerri Haslem (Chair) & Soror Jamie Bell (Co-Chair) b. The Women’s Health Committee & chapter members supported Pink Goes Red in support of Heart Health Awareness on February 1, 2019 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Spare Time Bowling in Trussville. Chapter members turned out in record numbers to support this program target.

4. Care for the Caregivers a. Soror Moriea Lewis, Soror Bettie Cogmon (Co-Chairs) b. Care for the Caregivers Committee hosted a Birthday Celebration for attendees at the McCoy Adult Daycare Center on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM. Sorors spent time getting to know each client and sang songs, including the famous "Happy Birthday." This will be a year-long event where sorors will gather quarterly to present cupcakes, ice cream, chips, and gifts as part of the Women’s Health Initiative. c. The Care for the Caregivers Committee will meet on March 12, 2019, at 5:30 PM at the Southside Police Precinct. The address is: 1320 19th St. South Birmingham, Al 35205.

5. Target 3 - Building Your Economic Legacy a. Soror Jan Williams, Soror Selena Rodgers Dickerson, Soror Maria Flournoy (Co-Chairs) b. Upsilon Eta Omega's Basileus, Manessa Wilson, and Anti-Basileus Cynthia Todd represented the chapter at the 15th Annual A.G. Gaston Conference and Sponsors Reception on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 in Birmingham, AL. This year's theme was, "Bringing the Discussion of African-American History, Politics, and Quality of Life to the Forefront." The purpose of the conference was to promote the legacy of business icon Dr. Arthur George Gaston and to promote strategies that lead to black economic empowerment, one of the five program targets for Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. c. Building Your Economic Legacy Committee will meet Thursday, February 28, 2019, at 5:30 pm at Sarcor, LLC - 2112 12th Ave. N, Birmingham, AL

6. Target 4 - The Arts! a. Soror Debborah Barnes (Chair), Soror Casi Ferguson, Soror LaToya Jones (Co-Chairs) b. March is Women's History Month and The Arts! Committee will spotlight UEO sorors that have made significant contributions in the local community in the areas of dance, sculpture, painting, literature, music, and performing arts. If you would like to nominate yourself or another soror to be featured, please send a short bio and photo to Soror Kristin Hogans at [email protected]. The deadline to submit entries is March 7, 2019.

7. Target 5 – Global Impact: Pillow Case Project a. Soror Sakeena Smith (Chair) & Soror Kimberly Bishop (Co-Chair) b. Global Impact partnered with The Literacy Council of Central Alabama on their ESOL Family Literacy Program on February 5, 2019 at CJ Donald Elementary from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. Committee members assisted by reading the book,

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The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, to the students, as well as assisted them with a craft activity. Refreshments were served to the students and parents, and each family received a copy of the book to take home. c. The Global Impact committee will be collecting new or gently worn women’s, men’s, and children’s shoes – heels, flip flops, sandals, and boots are all welcome. The shoes will be donated to Soles 4 Souls to help empower women in developing countries. In addition, the committee will also collect women’s, men’s, and children’s prescription glasses and readers to be donated to Lions Club International. Please adhere to the donation schedule for the appropriate chapter meeting to bring items based on last name. For example, for the March 2nd chapter meeting, last name A-F are encouraged to bring shoe and eyeglass donations.

8. Pillowcase Project Initiative: a. Soror Wanda Jackson (Chair) b. The Pillowcase Project Committee held a "Sew & Chew" on Saturday, February 9th at New Pilgrim Towers from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM and "Sew on the Road" Saturday, February 23rd in Jemison, AL from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Many thanks to all Sorors who participated! c. The next opportunity to everyone to participate on the Pillowcase Project will be March 16, 2019 at New Pilgrim Towers from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. d. Please be reminded of the 20-dress quota that each committee is challenged to contribute to the Pillowcase Project effort!

9. Collaborations Committee a. Soror Veronica Ellison (Chair),Soror Sharon McGrue & Soror Wendy Hicks (Co-Chairs) b. The Collaborations Committee sponsored a free Mardi Gras Social for residents of the W. Clyde Williams Terrace facility on Friday, February 22 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Committee members served refreshments, provided decorations, and engaged the residents with music, dancing, and fun!

10. Scholarship Committee a. Soror Jamesel Lewis (Chair), Soror Corvetta Van and Soror Joy Thompson Smith (Co-Chairs) b. Upsilon Eta Omega chapter and the Valley Pearls Service Foundation will sponsor a Scholarship Workshop on Sunday, March 3, 2019 at 4:00 PM at Miles College -- George T. French Student Activity Center in Fairfield, AL. Students are encouraged to attend to learn interviewing tips, dressing for success, applying for Financial Aid, college application process, and much more.

11. Joint Founders’ Day Project a. Chapter Sorors participated in the Joint Founders’ Day Observance service activity on February 16, 2019 in partnership with Project Homeless Connect and Hands On Birmingham at Boutwell Auditorium. Sorors assisted with serving lunch and serving as Smiling Faces Client Guides. If you attended this event but did not sign in, please send your name to Soror Cynthia Todd at [email protected].

Announcement: • Upsilon Eta Omega's 2019 Program Resource Book is now available for viewing. Please access the link via the weekly announcements email. Updates will be made at the end of each month. The program book includes the following information: o Upsilon Eta Omega Charter Information o Upsilon Eta Omega Chapter 2019 Leadership Team/Officers o Upsilon Eta Omega Chapter Bylaws o Upsilon Eta Omega Chapter 2019 Operating Budget o 2018-2022 International Program - Exemplifying Excellence Through Sustainable Service o 2019 Program Calendar o Program Committee Listing, Operation Committee Listing, Standing Committee Listing o Valley Pearls Service Foundation Committee Listing o Valley Pearls Service Foundation, Incorporated Bylaws o Valley Pearls Service Foundation 2019 Board of Directors o Valley Pearls Service Foundation 2019 Budget o Tech Savvy Soror Information o Upsilon Eta Omega Chapter Directory of Sorors & Birthdays

Submitted by,

Cynthia Todd Anti-Basileus

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Items Received:

1. 2019 Financial cards

2. Invitation from Tuskegee Institute to the Inaugural Convocation and Investiture of Dr. Lily D. McNair on March 15-16, 2019

3. Invitational letter from The Legacy Group of Sumter County to participate in their 3rd Annual "Stomp It Out" on July 26, 2019

4. Invitation letter from Susan G. Komen North Central Alabama to the 4th Annual Promise Luncheon which was held on Saturday, February 16, 2019

5. Raymond James 2018 Income Summary Statement

6. Raymond James Financial Statement for December 31, 2018 to January 31, 2019

7. Invitational letter from the Jefferson County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to participate in their JCAC Scholarship Softball game on June 1, 2019, at 10 am

8. Invitation from the American Heart Association to their Go Red for Women Luncheon on Thursday, May 16, 2019 from 10:30 am -1:00 pm at the Sheraton Hotel

9. Save the Date card from Ramsey High School Class of 2019 for their Honors and Awards Day on Friday, May 10, 2019.

10. Thank you card from the family of Mayor Larry P. Langford

11. Invoice from Nesbitt & Associates for the Dishonesty Bond renewal in the amount of $257.00 due by April 10, 2019

12. The souvenir ad book form and check that was sent to the Alpha Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. was returned “not known – unable to forward”

13. Support request from Dr. Timothy Perry, Interim Principal of Fairfield High Preparatory School

Submitted By:

Soror LaToya R. Jones Epistoleus Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Upsilon Eta Omega Chapter Hodegos Chapter Meeting Report Saturday,March 2, 2019

March Birthdays

Soror Bretney Fagnes – March 1st Soror Kamesha Hawkins – March 2nd Soror LeDeitrich Dial – March 4th Soror Selena Dickerson – March 6th Soror Arpel Savage – March 9th Soror Aegina Weatherly- March 10th Soror Shunta' Holmes-LeBlanc – March 12th Soror Melva Langford – March 14th Soror Vanteal Jones – March 20th Soror Tareya Witt – March 20th Soror Malera Traylor Wright – March 23rd Soror Tashonda Lewis-Taylor – March 24th Soror Shade’ Dixon – March 25th Soror Sharon Ward – March 29th Soror Davita Jefferson King – March 30th Soror Tarria Walters – March 31st If there are any other sorors who are celebrating birthdays in the month of March, will you please stand at this time and share with us your birth date. *Sing Happy Birthday to Sorors. Have Soror Manessa to pull the number of the winning ticket. Pass out birthday cards and gifts to sorors. Sorors, after chapter meeting will you please meet up front to take a birthday photo.

Sisterly Concerns - Please keep the following sorors in your prayers:

● Mr. Horace Grays, the husband of our 18th Supreme Basileus, Soror Mattelia Grays passed away. Services were held on Saturday, January 26, 2019 in Houston, Texas. Please keep Sorors Mattelia, Karen and the Grays family in your prayers during this most difficult time.

● Golden Soror Marguerite Stone’s son and Soror Jamiese Mims-Fuller’s brother, Broderick Stone, was hospitalized and is now recovering. Please keep the Stone and Fuller families in your prayers.

● Soror LaTanya Moore’s mother, Ms. Karen Watson, and her father-in-law were both hospitalized at St. Vincent’s Hospital. Soror LaTanya’s mother had surgery on January 22nd and is recovering. Her father-in-law is recovering as well. Please keep the Watson and Moore families in your prayers.

● Soror Jamiese Mims-Fuller had a surgical procedure at St. Vincent's Hospital on January 31st. Please continue to pray for Soror Jamiese as she recovers.

● Soror Venita Wesley had surgery on February 11th. Please continue to keep Soror Venita in your prayers as she continues to recover.

● Soror Wilma Boykin, a member of Omicron Omega, passed away. The Ivy Beyond the Wall Ceremony was held at Davenport and Harris on Sunday, February 17, 2019, at 3:00 pm. Please continue to pray for the Boykin family during this difficult time. ● Soror Brittany Faush, the daughter of Soror Andrea Faush had surgery on February 19th on her achilles tendon. Please keep her in your prayers as she recovers. ● Soror Shayla Brown’s aunt passed away this week. Services will be held Saturday, February 23rd at 2:30 p.m. at Sixth Avenue Baptist Church. Please keep Soror Shayla and her family in your prayers. ● Please remember to contact and keep all sorors your thoughts and prayers.

AKAlades - Congratulations to the following sorors:

● Congratulations to Soror Roz Houston! Soror Roz has been recognized for the second time by Black Enterprise as one of the Most Powerful Women in Corporate America. The recognition ceremony will take place on March 2, 2019, during the 14th annual Black Enterprise Women of Power Summit Brunch. Congratulations, Soror Roz!

● Congratulations to Soror Ida Tyree-Hyche! Soror Ida was featured on WBRC Fox 6 Law Call. There she answered questions from callers regarding on the job injuries and workers’ compensation law. Congratulations, Soror Ida!

● Congratulations Soror Shade’ Dixon on being featured in YVONNE CAMILLE's blog speaking of her strong faith, determination and her ability to manage two law firm locations in different states simultaneously. Congratulations, Soror Shade’!

● Congratulations to Soror LaRhonda Aikerson who has accepted the position of Principal of Robinson Elementary School, Fairfield, AL. Congratulations, Soror LaRhonda!

● Soror Eugena White was appointed to the new Human Rights Commission for the City of Birmingham. Soror Eugena is one of fifteen individuals selected to the Commission and will serve for a term of 3 years beginning February 1, 2019. Congratulations, Soror Eugena!

● Soror Rukiya P. McClain was appointed by The Links, Incorporated's National President, Dr. Kimberly Jeffries Leonard, to the National Social Media Governance Committee under Communications. Congratulations, Soror Rukiya!

● Soror Torii Ramsey's company, Aspire Workplace Solutions Corporation, was featured in the Birmingham Business Resource Center Publication for the month of February. Soror Torii discussed the importance of cultivating healthy productivity through high quality, innovative training and consulting. Congratulations, Soror Torii!

● Congratulations Soror Daveina Godfrey! Soror Daveina and her husband Arthur were guests on the Heart 2 Heart Show on Valentine's Day at 6 p.m. They spoke on marriage. The show was on YouTube and Facebook Live. Congratulations, Soror Daveina!

● Congratulations Soror Shakeitha Tatum! Under her leadership, the United Way of Central Alabama Call Center announced and celebrated that they have received AIRS (The Alliance of Information and Referral System) Accreditation. Congratulations, Soror Shakeitha!

● Congratulations Soror Brannette Marshall! Soror Brannette’s mother, Soror Betty Harris Marshall was named Soror of the Year for Kappa Pi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Congratulations, Soror Brannette!

● Congratulations to Soror Tanya Johnson Jones! Soror Tanya was appointed as Board President for Positive Movement, Inc. Congratulations, Soror Tanya!

● Congratulations to Soror Cynthia Thorn on being honored as UAB's Strive Award Winner. She was also featured in the hospital's GLOB BLOG for being an awesome manager of the Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Clinic. The article highlights her dedication to her work family and how she sends inspirational scriptures and quotes which center around thankfulness, positive attitude, morale, and teamwork. She's made her work environment a positive one. Congratulations Soror Cynthia!

● Congratulations Soror Autumn! Soror Autumn attended the Black Legacy Luncheon for the Nu Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa, Incorporated. There she received the Education Award of the Year for her work and strides in the field of education. Not only does this body recognize and award success in education and our community, they provide college scholarships for students majoring in education (which she received years ago). Soror Autumn has always wanted to be a teacher, pursued that goal and is thankful to those who see the value in what educators do. Congratulations Soror Autumn!

We are always proud of the work you do at your job, in your home, in the community, and all around. Let’s continue to do great things and make our sorority shine! You rock! Let’s give our Sorors a big Skee Wee on the count of three 1-2-3 Skee Wee!  Announcements

• We are celebrating Soror Shauna Dallas Ford on the birth of her new baby girl, Baylei Parker with a Diaper and Wipe Shower. In case you forgot your gift, we have OOPS, I forgot envelopes on the table for a love offering to Soror Shauna. Congratulations again Soror Shauna!

• Our Regional Conference Chapter Dinner will be at 5:00 p.m. at David’s Catfish 10810 Hwy 31, Spanish Fort, Alabama 36527. Please be there on time so our group can be seated at one time. Visitors

Will all visiting sorors please stand. Please give us your name, the chapter you where you were initiated and any other comments you would like to make.

*Visitors will stand*

On behalf of our Basileus, Soror Manessa Wilson and the members of Upsilon Eta Omega, we would like to take this opportunity to welcome you today. If you are looking for a sisterly home, we hope that you decide to make this great chapter, your great chapter. You are always welcome here anytime. Submitted by,

Soror Vergie Davis Hodegos-Upsilon Eta Omega Chapter Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Upsilon Eta Omega Philacter’s Report

Chapter Meeting Report Report Date 2/28/2019 Current Membership 361 Chapter Meeting Attendance Meeting Date 2/2/2019 Members 222 Visitors 4 Conference Registrations Reported Regional Conference 114 Leadership Conference 10

- Please submit all Regional Conference registrations to: [email protected]. - Recently activated soror’s chapter membership cards will be distributed at the March chapter meeting. - Please keep a record of your attendance. If there is a discrepancy on the attendance report or if you have questions, please feel free to contact me @ (205) 410-9929 or by email at: [email protected]. - ORCA Scan-due to the growth of our chapter and the need more than one scanning device, we need to purchase a cloud based program that can accommodate the needs of the chapter. We will be testing this system at the March meeting. The cost will be $20 per month. * Please verify attendance records and the registration information that was submitted below:

February Chapter Meeting Attendance

1 Adrienne Powell 57 Donnesha Luster 113 Kristin Nieves 169 Shakeitha Tatum 2 Adrienne Stokes 58 Dontrelle Foster 114 Kristy Stewart 170 Shameka Dorrough 3 Aisha Callens 59 Doris Bentley 115 LaBrenda Norman 171 Shaneka Prowell 4 Alicia Tarver 60 Ebony Gary 116 LaDoris Repp 172 Shanice Butts 5 Amber Bone 61 Elaine Mosley 117 Lajeana Boyd 173 Shanika D. Lawson 6 Amy Elston 62 Elatio Jackson 118 Lakeshia Clark 174 Sharon McGrue 7 Aneidre Allman 63 Emetrice Russell-Brewer 119 LaPorcha Houston 175 Sharon Ward 8 Angela Kirkwood 64 Estella Riggs 120 Laquetta Allen 176 Sharun DeLoach 9 Angela Watkins 65 Eugena White 121 LaRhonda Aikerson 177 Shauntilde McCall 10 Angie Thomas 66 Eunice Rogers 122 Latavia King 178 Shayla Lewis Brown 11 Anquinetta Murphy 67 Evelyn Nettles Hines 123 LaToya B Thomas 179 Sherrill Alexander 12 Arkaya Williams Abbot 68 Felicia Jolly 124 LaToya Jones 180 Susan Snedecor 13 Autumm Jeter 69 Felicia Price 125 Latoya Zimmerman 181 Tabitha Austin 14 Ayla Russell 70 Fredrica Fortune 126 Lawanika Coleman 182 Takiyah Adams

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Upsilon Eta Omega Philacter’s Report February Chapter Meeting Attendance

15 Bellzola Watkins 71 Geraldine Johnson 127 Lenora Ballard 183 Tamara Clay 16 Bethany Redeaux 72 Glenda Brown Wade 128 Lessie Rodriquez 184 Tameka Pryor 17 Bettie Cogmon 73 Gloria Carter 129 Linda Nelson 185 Tamika Browning 18 Bettie L. Jones 74 Helen Brooks 130 Loren Warren 186 Tammy Lee 19 Bianca Moore 75 Ida Tyree Hyche 131 Lori Harris 187 Tamra Ishman 20 Brannette Marshall 76 Jacqueline Jordan 132 Maguerite Stone 188 Taneka Hicks 21 Brenda Adams 77 Jacquese Hill 133 Maia Fountain 189 Tanesha Howard 22 Bretney Fagnes 78 Jamese Patrick 134 Makeya Skanes 190 Tanya Jones 23 Bridgette Jordan 79 Jamesel Lewis 135 Malera Traylor Wright 191 Tara Foster 24 Brittany Faush 80 Jamie Bell 136 Manessa Wilson 192 Tareya Witt 25 Brittany Perry 81 JanRita Williams 137 Maria Flournoy 193 Tarria Walters 26 Brittany Spencer 82 Jasmine Bolden 138 Maria Hawkins 194 Tasha Brownlee 27 Brittany Spencer 83 Jasmine Edwards 139 Mariah Frazier 195 Tashina Smiley Tashonda Lewis 28 Brooke Adams 84 Jerri Haslem 140 Melanie Warner 196 Taylor Melody Moore 29 Caron Griffin 85 Jolanda Green 141 Edwards 197 Taylor Brooke Mosley 30 Carrientta Wilbourn 86 Jonette Scott 142 Melva Langford 198 Teia J Hill 31 Carvice King 87 Judy Mannings 143 Melva Langford 199 Temisia Palmer 32 Catrena Nelson Garner 88 June Fountain 144 Menisha Baldwin 200 Tiffanie McGuire 33 Chelinda Hill 89 Kangi Jefferson Drake 145 Michelle Huffman 201 Tombi Dowell 34 Cheryl Anderson Kidd 90 Karen Russell 146 Michelle Sallie Lee 202 Tomeshia Hubbard 35 Chondrelle Harrison 91 Karen Williams 147 Mikki Skanes 203 Tonia D Thompson Christina Coleman 36 Lovelace 92 Karla Barnes 148 Miriam Blankenship 204 Tonja Kennedy 37 Christy Dawson 93 Keisha Crane 149 Monica Jackson 205 Torii Ramsey 38 Concelia Smoot 94 Keondra Hampton 150 Moriea Lewis 206 Tracey Morant Adams Keshanti Morgan- 39 Corvetta Vann 95 Flowers 151 Nadine Reese 207 TreaVahn Hubbard 40 Crystal Elliott 96 Kesi Anderson 152 Nicole Toombs 208 Tyshelle Davis Wilson 41 Curtrina Jones 97 KeUndra Clark 153 Octavia Townsend 209 Valerie Green 42 Cynthia Todd 98 Kimberly White 154 Pamela Leonard 210 Vanteal Jones 43 Cynthia Thorn 99 Kimberly Bates 155 Patricia B. DeLaine 211 Venita Wesley 44 Dana Payne ## Kimberly Bishop 156 Patricia Staton 212 Veronica Ellison 45 Danielle Ridgeway ## Kimberly D Nash 157 Phylecia Ragland 213 Veronica Page 46 Dannie Perry ## Kimberly Ford 158 Raina Parker 214 Veronique Marshall 47 Debborah Barnes ## Kimberly Isaac 159 Raquel Durr 215 Vonderia Yeldell 48 Deborah Hawkins ## Kimberly Jones 160 Raven Moore 216 Wanda Jackson 49 Deborah Kennedy Thomas ## Kimberly Sellers Hall 161 Reba Simmons 217 Wendy Hicks 50 Deidre Allen ## Kisha McLoyd Mitchell 162 Reshauna Johnson 218 Yolanda Harris 51 Demita Walton ## Kneonia Steele 163 Rita Patterson 219 Yolanda Swain 52 Denika Whitt-McCall ## Koneisha Timmons 164 Rolessa Coleman 220 Yvonne Monroe Zashnetta Hollis- 53 Deon Rush ## Krishaun Caldwell 165 Rosilyn Houston 221 Wilson 54 Derya Twyman ## Kristi Myricks 166 Sakeena Smith 222 Michelle Harris 55 Diane Hagler ## Kristin Hogans 167 Scottie McClaney 223

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Upsilon Eta Omega Philacter’s Report Regional Conference Registration

Tashonda Lewis 1 Adrienne Kirksey 35 Felicia Williams 69 Marguerite Stone 103 Taylor 2 Alicia Tarver 36 Geraldine Johnson 70 Maria Hawkins 104 Tomeshia Hubbard 3 Alyssa L. Lewis 37 Gilia Wilder 71 Mariah Frazier 105 Tracey Morant Adams 4 Andrea Faush 38 Glenda Brown Wade 72 Michelle Harris 106 Vanteal Scott Jones 5 Aneidre Amerson Alliman 39 Gloria Carter 73 Michelle Huffman 107 Venita Wesley 6 Angela Watkins 40 Ianthia Crawford 74 Michelle Sallie Lee 108 Vergie Davis 7 Angie Thomas 41 Ida Tyree Hyche 75 Mikki Skanes 109 Vonderia Yeldell 8 Ann Eskridge 42 Jamiese Mims Fuller 76 Miriam Blankenship 110 Wanda Jackson 9 Arkaya Williams Abbott 43 JanRita Williams 77 Monisa Tosi Gilford 111 Wendy Hicks 10 Autumm Jeter 44 Joy Thompson Smith 78 Moriea Lewis 112 Yolanda F. Harris Myeshia Glover- 11 Ayla Russell 45 Karen Williams 79 Brooks 113 Taneka Hicks 12 Bettie Cogmon 46 Karla Barnes 80 Nadine Reese 114 Anetra Thrash 13 Bianca Moore 47 Kelsey Givner 81 Nakeatris K. Walker 115 14 Brannette Marshall 48 Keondra Hampton 82 Octavia Townsend 116 15 Brenda Adams 49 Kesi Anderson 83 Pamela Leonard 117 16 Bridgette Jordan 50 Kimberly Bates 84 Raven Greene 118 17 Brittany Heard 51 Kimberly Bishop 85 Reba Simmons 119 18 Brittany Spenser 52 Kimberly Ford 86 Reshauna Johnson 120 19 Candice Prince 53 Kimberly Nash 87 Rita Patterson 121 Rochelle Sharp- 20 Cassandra Bell 54 Kimberly White 88 Marbury 122 21 Cassandra Ferguson 55 Kisha Mitchell 89 Ronnesha Hughes 123 22 Cherroyle Webb 56 Kiyana Bell 90 Rosilyn Houston 124 23 Christie Bullard 57 Kristin Myricks 91 Rozalind Simon 125 Christina Coleman- 24 Lovelace 58 Kristy Myricks 92 Sakeena Smith 126 25 Curtrina Jones 59 LaBrenda Norman 93 Shade Dixon 127 26 Cynthia Todd 60 LaDonna Allen 94 Shaneka Prowell 128 27 Danielle Ridgeway 61 LaJeana Boyd 95 Sharon McGrue 129 28 Darlene Reese 62 LaKorya Jackson 96 Sharon Ward 130 29 Daveina Godfrey 63 LaToya Jones 97 Sharun Deloach 131 30 Deborah Hawkins 64 Lawanika Coleman 98 Takiyah M. Adams 132 Linda Mealing 31 Deborah Thomas 65 Nelson 99 Tammy Lee 133 32 Doris Bentley 66 Lori Harris 100 Taneka Hicks 134 33 Ellen Spencer 67 Makeya Skanes 101 Tara Foster 135 34 Felicia Jolly 68 Manessa Wilson 102 Tareya Witt 136 Respectfully Submitted,

Soror Felicia R. Jolly

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporate Upsilon Eta Omega Chapter Budget & Finance Committee Report

March 2, 2019

The Budget & Finance Committee met at the home of Soror Deborah Hawkins on Saturday, February 16, 2019 with 15 committee members in attendance. Mediation and prayer was provided by Soror Brenda Adams. A subsequent meeting was held, via conference call, on Monday, February 28, 2019.

The committee discussed the chairperson requests, activities and operational necessities for the remainder of 2019 for the purpose of preparing the adjustment to the 2019 budget at both meetings.

A subcommittee was formed to review and update the Chapter’s Financial Guidelines.

RECOMMENDATION: THE BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THE APPROVAL OF THE 2019 BUDGET PROPOSAL. (see attached)

Respectfully submitted by:

Soror Deborah Hawkins

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Upsilon Eta Omega Chapter Chapter Meeting Report Sisterly Relations Committee Meeting Saturday, March 2, 2019

The meeting was called to order at 6:06 p.m. by Soror Vergie Davis.

Prayer by Soror Beverly Graham

Adoption of the agenda was moved by Soror Manessa Wilson and properly seconded by Soror Doris Bentley. Soror Vergie Davis provided the purpose of the meeting and committee. The committee is to promote sisterly bonds that help bridge the gap and build sisterly relationships amongst all ages. We are also to provide love, support and to make all sorors feel welcome at all times. Warm greetings will help keep our members that were gained. Committee chair and co-chairs introduced themselves and greeted all members. Soror Vergie announced that we were in search to find a new venue after we were informed that the Hyatt was already booked for that date. She gave the floor to the Chapter President Soror Manessa Wilson to explain the breakdown of cost for each venue (The Harbert Center, Ross Bridge, Watermark Place, Marriott 280, and the Sheraton). After carefully discussing the details about the cost, parking, possible weather conditions, and food options. Ticket prices can range anywhere from $30 –up. We were reminded that the committee gift was the $15 ticket last year. It was brought to our attention by Soror Bianca that we should think about only sorors who purchase tickets for the brunch will receive a gift. A motion was given to accept, the Marriott 280 offer for the brunch because of the price, no down payment, and parking. The motion was carried by Soror LaToya Jones and seconded by Soror Doris Bentley. The picnic was the next order of business Sorors Latonya Hinton and Beverley Graham gave a report of prices and availability. Vestavia Park is available for May 4, 2019. Also Avondale Park is available we will have to give numbers of how many will attend before prices will be disclosed. Vestavia will charge $50 per hour with a minimum of 2 hours, both parks can only accommodate 100 people. Soror Doris Bentley suggested the Shields building off of Tallapoosa. She will contact them and disclose information to Soror Vergie. Soror LaTonya will also check Black Creek Park in Fultondale for accommodations as well. Also the person to contact for Birmingham City parks is Angie Thomas. The floor was given to Soror Nadine, Chair of Membership to discuss having a new members celebration, honoring charter members, and silver/golden sorors. The event for silver/ golden sorors and charter members will

be hosted together in the April chapter meeting. Committee members discussed having a luncheon to honor them after sorority meeting in conjunction with the celebration. Also committee members discuss ways to help promote sisterly bonds with sorors. Sorors who live in the same area will host a sisterly outing in their area for the entire chapter. A list of committee members and names were compiled for four areas Western, Northern, Eastern, and Southern. Dates for each area were made as well and outings. Outings will consist of Movie night, Dave and Busters, and Dinner and Riverboat ride and one undecided at this time. Therefore, the Sisterly Relations Committee recommends that our Christmas Brunch be held at the Marriot 280 on December 7th from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Meeting was adjourned at 7:56 by Soror Vergie Davis.

Respectfully submitted,

Soror Vergie Davis

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Upsilon Eta Omega Chapter Saturday, March 2, 2019 Anti-Grammateus Report

Requests from the Executive Board

The Executive Board met Thursday, February 21, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at Birmingham City Hall.

• All officer reports received were filed as read. • The following committees gave reports: Budget & Finance, Health, Sisterly Relations, Founders’ Day, #CAP, and Global Impact

RECOMMENDATIONS: The following recommendations were made at the February 21, 2019 Executive Board Meeting:

Recommendation #1: Soror Michelle Sallie Lee recommends that the Basileus establish a Spiritual Oversight Committee - this committee will operate in compliance with the sorority’s International Spiritual Oversight Committee by providing assistance as needed to the chapter and Basileus. This committee would be chaired by our chapter’s Chaplain, and would provide services such as individual member’s prayer needs, as well as a monthly chapter prayer call.

(PASSED)

Recommendation #2: The Budget and Finance Committee recommends the approval of 2019 Operating Budget Proposal Addendum 1.

(PASSED)

Recommendation #3: The Health Committee recommends the chapter implement a 6-month “Walking with the Supreme” health initiative, to take place March 18- September 26, 2019, on Monday/Tuesday/Thursday of each week for one hour. AARP will sponsor bottled water and towels to promote this activity for the program’s entirety.

(PASSED)

Recommendation #4: The Sisterly Relations Committee recommends that the chapter move the December Christmas Brunch venue to the Birmingham Marriott – Hwy 280.

(PASSED)

Recommendation #5: The Pecunious Grammateus moved that Five (5) Sorors who paid $345 before the January 15th deadline have $145 moved to Valley Pearls Service Foundation towards their 2019 Assessment.

(PASSED)

Submitted by,

Soror Venita A. B. Wesley Anti-Grammateus 1 | Page

Pillowcase Project Committee Chapter Meeting Report March 2, 2019

The Pillowcase Project Committee has held three sewing activities this year. A challenge was issued to all of the chapter committees (Operating, Standing, and Program) to make twenty (20) dresses. This committee has discussed how to effectively achieve the one thousand (1,000) dresses and shirts to be donated to Haiti in the name of Upsilon Eta Omega. This committee is under Target V, Global Impact and we feel one thousand dresses/shirts will have some small impact to the children in Haiti. How did the committee arrive at the number 1,000? At the time there were more than 340 sorors on the active roster for 2019. We determined that three dresses made by each chapter member would easily take us over 1,000. Now that we are more than 350 strong, it’s no doubt we will achieve that goal with each making three dresses. The three does not include the committee’s twenty. We invite all sorors to join us at our sewing activities to learn the process. By attending the activity, Sorors, you will learn how to make the dresses and be able to assist your committee in completing their twenty and your three. We know everyone does not sew, but you may know a family member or friend who may be willing to make them for you.

We have tried to make our sewing dates full of fun, good fellowship and bonding with a new soror. Our goal at each activity is to complete no less than twenty dresses. We are truly teaching non-sewing sorors how to make the dresses. Please don’t let these sewing dates be the only time you will sew. Invite your family and friends to bring their sewing machines and come out and sew with us. You will read in the weekly announcements of the next upcoming sewing dates and if a soror spontaneously wishes to host us as Soror Moreia Lewis did last weekend, we will try to make it happen. We were productive, had a ball and a great lunch. Thanks again, Soror Moe, for hosting us.

Thank you to Soror Jamsel Lewis for allowing us to use the activity room at New Pilgrim Towers each month and thank you to Soror Malera Traylor Wright for ordering the dress labels. The labels read “Lovingly Made by Upsilon Eta Omega.” We look forward to seeing you on March 16th from 9am – 2pm at New Pilgrim Towers.

Submitted by,

Soror Wanda H. Jackson, Committee Chair