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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC
81st CENTRAL REGION VIRTUAL CONFERENCE | APRIL 28 - MAY 2, 2021
- CONFERENCE MINUTES Loreal N. Marshall, Syntaktes | Nai V. Colton, UCC | Aliya Cannon, YSC SGRHOCENTRAL.COM | @SGRHOCENTRAL
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Table of Contents
Minutes Errata
3
Conference Minutes Plenary Session 1
4-9
Plenary Session 2
10-12
Plenary Session 3
13-15
Plenary Session 4
16-23
Appendix A—Regional Officers Reports
24
Syntaktes Report
25-34
UCC Report
35-41
YSC Report
42-45
Substantive BOD Actions
46-48
Legal Advisor Report
49-61
National Program Report Appendix B—Financial Officers Reports Appendix C—Recommendations Committee Report & Bylaws, Policies & Procedures Report Appendix D—Conference Attendee Report
62 63 64-93 94-111
SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Minutes Review Committee [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
Minutes Eratta Corrections After further review of the Central Region minutes of the first and second plenary sessions, the Minutes Review Committee met on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 and offered additional corrections to the minutes in an effort to conform with Roberts Rules of Order guidance on writing minutes. These corrections are denoted in the minutes with stricken or added language in red font. Corrections that were identified by members of the regional body during the meeting are denoted in brackets and blue font. During the same meeting, minutes of the third and fourth plenary session were reviewed and approved by the committee. Reports Officer and committee reports that were mentioned during plenary sessions or where an officer provided a verbal report are appended to these minutes. All other reports are available in the conference workbook accessible on the Central Region website.
Minutes Review Committee Doni Walker | Central Region Anti-Grammateus | Committee Chair Tamara Butler | Iota Upsilon Sigma Daisy Copeland | Delta Xi Sigma Brandi McGrady | Alpha Sigma Alex Spruiel | Rho Sigma Angelique Thomas | Eta Xi Sigma
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81 CENTRAL REGION CONFERENCE AGENDA Regional Board of Directors and Regional Leadership Team, Hostesses Kesha Richardson, Conference Planning Chair
Loreal N. Marshall - 23rd Central Region Syntaktes, Presiding Nai V. Colton - Undergraduate Chapter Coordinator, Assisting Aliya Cannon, Youth Services Coordinator, Assisting
FIRST PLENARY SESSION Friday, April 30, 2021 9:30am - 12:30pm cst Virtual
Legal Advisor Disclaimer The annual meeting of the Central Region of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated opened on Friday, April 30, 2021 at 9:30am central standard time virtually via Zoom. Regional Syntaktes Loreal N. Marshall and Anti-Grammateus Doni Walker were present. The first plenary session began with a statement from Legal Advisor Givhan reminding the membership not to post any proprietary information from the conference on any social media outlets. Violations would result in disciplinary action. Sorority Pledge - All Sorors The pledge was recited aloud by Syntaktes Marshall and on mute by all members of the delegation. Invocation/Meditation - Vikki Pruitte-Sorrells, Chaplain A meditation and prayer was provided by Regional Chaplain Soror Vikki Pruitte-Sorrells. Quorum 50% of alumnae chapters were present and a quorum was established. Adoption of Credentials Report - Lisa L. Cooper, Grammateus Grammateus Cooper provided the registration, voting strength and quorum requirements as follows.
Credentials Report –Registration Recording Table National Officers
3
Regional Officers
15
Alumnae Members
602
Undergraduate Members
74
Guests
6
Total Attendees
700
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Credentials Report – Voting Strength Recording Table Elected National Officers Living in Central Region
2
Voting Regional Officers
15
Life Members
173
Alumnae Delegates
206
Undergraduate Delegates
46
Members-at-Large
3
Total Voting Strength
445
Quorum requirements: 15 of 15 (100%) voting members of the delegation have picked up credentials. 49/54 (91%) alumnae chapters have picked up credentials. MOTION: Dr. Erica Patterson, Eta Xi Sigma chapter moved the adoption of the credentials report. After a second the motion was adopted. 353 in favor, 0 against. Adoption of Conference Standing Rules - Dr. Alaina Jackson, Parliamentarian The standing rules of the conference that were made available in the Whova App were read aloud by Parliamentarian Jackson. MOTION: Past Grand Catchings-Smith, Eta Mu Sigma chapter moved to adopt the conference rules. The motion was seconded. Monshea Aguirre, Eta Xi Sigma chapter requested to pull rule 22 from the bundle. The motion to adopt the standing rules was adopted by a vote of 340 in favor 8 against. POINT OF ORDER: Dr. Frances Jackson, Rho Sigma chapter provided clarification on the proper procedure for taking action on an item removed from a bundle noting that a motion must be made first to adopt the removed item before it can be amended. The point of order was approved by the chair. Past Grand Deborah Catchings-Smith sought clarification on the changes in the number of additional votes being added to the final poll count from 6 - 9. Syntaktes Marshall explained that the differences represent the different voting members that are being added and removed throughout the session as co-hosts. The Zoom platform does not allow for attendees assigned as co-hosts to participate in polls so
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their votes are being taken by the Sergeant-at-Arms, given to the Syntaktes, added to the poll count, and communicated to the body. Those co-hosts also have the option of not voting. MOTION: Soror Monshea Aguirre, Eta Xi Sigma chapter moved to adopt standing rule number 22. The motion was seconded. Monshea Aguirre then moved to amend by striking 20 minutes for recommendation number 19 and inserting 45 minutes, striking 30 minutes and inserting 60 minutes for the financial report. The motion to amend was seconded. Soror Angela Tucker, LM 856 Delta Omicron Sigma chapter moved to amend the primary amendment to strike 60 minutes for the financial report. After a second and debate, the motion failed by a vote of 146 in favor, 190 against. Back to the primary amendment. After a vote of 304 in favor, 36 against the amendment was adopted. Back to the main motion. After a vote of 319 in favor, 17 against the motion was adopted. Adoption of Conference Program - Loreal N. Marshall, Syntaktes MOTION: Soror Frances Lennix, LM 711 Delta Sigma chapter moved to adopt the conference program as presented via the conference workbook. The motion was seconded. After a vote of 341 in favor, 2 against the motion was adopted. Syntaktes Marshall officially opened the 81st Central Region Conference. Corrections to the 80th CR Special Meeting Conference Minutes - Doni Walker, Anti-Grammateus One correction to the minutes of the 80th Central Region Special meeting was offered by Dharathula Harris, on page 5 her name is misspelled. The minutes with the corrections were adopted by common consent. Substantive Actions of Executive Board - Doni Walker, Anti-Grammateus Anti-Grammateus Walker presented the substantive actions for the Board of Directors as of August 25, 2020 - April 26, 2021. Point of Parliamentary Inquiry: Soror Angela Tucker, Delta Omicron Sigma chapter inquired about a way to reserve the right to revisit this report later after review. The report may be revisited for review and rescission of any board action. The report will be made available to the conference registrants via the Whova platform. Regional Officer Reports Loreal N. Marshall, 23rd Central Region Syntaktes
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Syntaktes Marshall provided a high level overview of her report as provided in the digital conference workbook. Highlights of her report included: Syntaktes Priorities Regional Enhancements Central Board of Directors Central Membership Data TORCH Centennial Special Boule Service Challenge Central Programming Efforts Culture Change Successes & Struggles Syntaktes Summary Thank you/Contact Info Syntaktes Marshall announced the 2022 Regional Conference dates March 24-26, 2022. She concluded her remarks with a list of special thanks. Nai V. Colton, Undergraduate Chapter Coordinator UCC Colton provided updates on the activities of her office and the status of the undergraduates of the region as presented in her report in the digital conference workbook. Highlights of her report include: Acknowledgement of the Undergraduate Concerns Committee UG Reactivations UG Ruby Chapter recognition TORCH Disciplinary Action Sigma Representation UCC Colton offered a set of recommendations for the upcoming sorority year. She concluded with a special presentation on the history of Psi chapter and an announcement that Alpha Upsilon Sigma Chapter will reactivate Psi chapter at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Aliya Cannon, Youth Services Coordinator YSC Cannon reviewed the activities of her office and the Youth Services Committee as outlined in her report provided in the digital workbook. Highlights of her activities included: A Meet and Greet with UCC Colton Shake the Room Challenge Stroll Clinic Share Your Light Challenge Community Service Opportunity Guide
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Step Clinic Sister Circle Old School vs. New School Stroll Clinic Pajama Jam Stroll Clinic Undergraduate Retreat Dismantling the 9-5 Concept Workshop Mask it up Challenge A presentation on Leadership in the Realm of Higher Education She concluded her remarks by acknowledging her committee members and provided a list of special thanks. MOTION: Soror Sheffeia Wright, Eta Xi Sigma chapter moved to take a 5 minute break. The motion was seconded. Angela Tucker, Delta Omicron Sigma chapter moved to amend the break to 10 minutes. The motion was seconded. By a vote of 264 in favor and 11 against, the motion was adopted. Back to the main motion. By a vote of 275 in favor and 9 against, the motion was adopted. The meeting was recessed until 1:58pm cst/ 2:58pm est Syntaktes Marshall resumed the meeting at 1:58pm cst. Darvionne Givhan, JD, Regional Legal Advisor Legal Advisor Givhan provided an overview of her report included on pages 56-60 of the digital conference workbook. Highlights of her report include: Top Goals/Personal Accomplishments Education Contracts Grievances Disciplinary Action Overview National Update Central Region Discipline Updates Recent disciplinary actions are as follows: Eta Psi Chapter- COVID & Torch violations- notice of violation sent Eta Psi Chapter- COVID, Torch, Code of Conduct, Alcohol & Drug Policy, Social Media Policy, University Policy violations- Chapter on C&D Xi Beta- COVID & Torch violations- notice of violation sent Xi Beta-Advisor- COVID & Torch violations- notice of violation sent Gamma Zeta- COVID & Torch violations- notice of violation sent
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An update was provided regarding the pending disciplinary actions mentioned in the report. In the matter of misappropriation of funds, the hearing panel found that the charges were substantiated and Syntaktes Marshall has accepted the committee's recommendation of expulsion. Regarding the matter of dereliction of duty/violation of fiduciary duty, the hearing panel found that the allegations were substantiated and Madam Syntakes Marshall has accepted the hearing panel’s recommendation for a two-year suspension and payment of fines. The final outcome for both disciplinary actions will be determined after the appeals process has been exhausted. MOTION: Soror Doris Williams, LM Delta Sigma chapter moved to suspend the standing rules to extend debate for 5 minutes. After a second, the motion was adopted by a vote of 222 in favor, 38 against. Disciplinary action was brought against the Immediate Past Syntaktes Harris, Immediate Past Grammateus Davis, and Immediate Past Tamiochus Currie. Fines that will be imposed will be $7500 and $5000. Monique Merriweather, Programs Chair Programs Chair Merriweather provided an overview of the activities of the region related to the National Programs as presented in the digital workbook. Highlights of her activities and initiatives include: Leading the Way Wednesday We Got Game (5-region) Event The Five Essential Programs Centennial Community Service Challenge Top Regional Service chapters Be the Match Pearls of Wisdom (recommendations for increasing service) Meeting Recessed The meeting was recessed at 2:53pm cst/ 3:53pm est. The meeting will reconvene for the Second Plenary Session at 3:30pm cst/4:30pm est. Submitted by: Doni Walker, LM 1418 Central Region Anti-Grammateus 7.20.2021
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81 CENTRAL REGION CONFERENCE AGENDA Regional Board of Directors and Regional Leadership Team, Hostesses Kesha Richardson, Conference Planning Chair
Loreal N. Marshall - 23rd Central Region Syntaktes, Presiding Nai V. Colton - Undergraduate Chapter Coordinator, Assisting Aliya Cannon, Youth Services Coordinator, Assisting
SECOND PLENARY SESSION Friday, April 30, 2021 1:00pm - 4:00pm cst Virtual
Syntaktes Marshall resumed the meeting at 3:48pm cst/4:48pm est Meditation - Vikki Pruitte-Sorrells, Chaplain A motivational meditation and prayer was provided by Regional Chaplain Vikki Pruitte-Sorrells. Adoption of First Plenary Session Minutes - Loreal N. Marshall, Syntaktes The adoption of the first plenary session minutes will be moved to the third plenary session. Unfinished Business - Loreal N. Marshall, Syntaktes There was no unfinished business Regional Financial Reports - Debbie Wilburn, Tamiochus Tamiochus Wilburn introduced a special guest Gary Kemnitz, Certified Public Accountant/Certified Fraud Examiner from Porte Brown to deliver the forensic audit report as provided in the digital Financial Report. Mr. Kemnitz clarified that his report is only from the perspective of the information provided by the Regional Tamiochus and not from the other side. He also provided the factors that led his company to conduct an investigation: the current treasurer identified suspicious transactions, as of June 30, 2018 financial statements that should have been issued were not, the 2018 and 2019 tax returns were not filed and there seemed to be an attempt by the past treasurer to conceal financial records. Mr. Kemnitz reviewed the misappropriation of funds that totaled $184,270 [$186,270] and the overarching findings of his investigation. Syntaktes Marshall welcomed our second guest, Alfredo Rodriguez from IL NFP, LLC to review the financial audits. Mr. Rodriguez reviewed his organization’s scope of service, audit findings, and audit recommendations. He audited the annual financial reports for 2018-2021 [2018-2020], and prepared the tax reports for 2018-2021 [2018-2020]. Mr. Rodriguez shared the audit findings including a list citing numerous lack of controls. He also shared audit recommendations including that cash be received and counted by two people, that the organization move to collecting funds electronically and avoid check and cash transactions, and to adopt a written conflict of interest policy and document retention policy. Tamiochus Wilburn noted that many of the recommendations from the auditor are already requirements in our governing documents but during the last three years of the previous term, they
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were not being followed. There are 4 officers involved in the current practices. Specific transactions require the Syntaktes, Tamiochus and Grammateus review and/or approval. MOTION: Soror Frances Lennix, Delta Sigma chapter moved to adopt the audit and forensic reports for sorority years 2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020. The motion was seconded. By a vote of 321 in favor, 8 against the motion was adopted. Tamiochus Wilburn provided a high level overview of her financial report as presented in the digital Financial Report. The highlights of the of her report included: Tamiochus Accomplishments Financial Institute for the Tamiochus Implementation of the CR Purchase Requisition Form (Purchase Request - PR) Revised the SY 2020-2021 Operating and Conference Budget Migrated financial transactions for July1, 2017 - March 28, 2020 into quickbooks Forensic Audit Financial Audits & Tax Returns Proposed Budget for SY 2021-2022 Tamiochus Wilburn presented the Central Region Budget Vs. Actual Operating Report as of March 31, 2021 and the Regional Conference Budget vs. Actual Report as of March 31, 2021. Soror Geraldine Fleming, Zeta Sigma chapter noted a correction to the 2017-2018 990 form that she was not the Rhoer Coordinator at that time as listed and asked that this be corrected. MOTION: Monshea Aguirre, Eta Xi Sigma chapter moved to suspend standing rule number 22 to add an additional 15 minutes for questions per financial report. The motion was seconded. After a vote of 252 in favor and 71 against, the motion was adopted. Adoption of 2021-2022 Budget - Financial Officers Tamiochus Wilburn presented the proposed operating and conference budget. MOTION: Soror Dharathula Harris, Alpha Sigma Sigma chapter moved to adopt the 2021-2022 operational and conference budget as presented. The motion was seconded. After debate, by a vote of 284 in favor and 41 against, the motion was adopted. Regional Financial Reports - Lisa L. Cooper, Grammateus Grammatues Cooper provided an overview of her report as outlined in the digital Financial Report. Highlights of her report include:
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Recovery of outstanding regional dues Reminders to pay dues Regional Fundraisers Electronic regional assessment payment Top registrants for the conference Recognition of the Credentials committee Syntaktes Marshall clarified for the record that the immediate past board of directors did not vote to pay for the establishment of the 501c3 foundation as mentioned by Soror Kesha Richardson, Kappa Epsilon Sigma chapter earlier in the meeting. Meeting Recessed The meeting was recessed at 6:51pm cst, 7:51pm est Submitted by: Doni Walker, LM 1418 Central Region Anti-Grammateus
7.20.2021
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81 CENTRAL REGION CONFERENCE AGENDA Regional Board of Directors and Regional Leadership Team, Hostesses Kesha Richardson, Conference Planning Chair
Nai V. Colton - Undergraduate Chapter Coordinator, Presiding Aliya Cannon, Youth Services Coordinator, Assisting Loreal N. Marshall - 23rd Central Region Syntaktes, Assisting
THIRD PLENARY SESSION Saturday, May 1, 2021 9:00am - 12:00pm cst Virtual
UCC Colton resumed the meeting at 9:10am CST/10:10am CST. Quorum was established with 445 voting delegates present. Meditation A meditation and prayer was brought by Soror Lisa Martin on behalf of Regional Chaplain Vikki Pruitte-Sorrells. Adoption of Second Plenary Session Minutes - Nai V. Colton, UCC The minutes of plenary sessions 1 and 2 were read aloud by Anti-Grammateus Walker. After corrections, the minutes were adopted by common consent. Proposed National Recommendations - Kathy Jones, Recommendations Chair The Recommendations Committee presented the following recommendations for consideration: Rec #1: The committee moved to adopt. Point of Order: Frances Jackson, Rho Sigma chapter advised that all motions regarding national governing documents should be a motion to adopt and refer to the National Constitution and Bylaws Committee or the National Recommendations Committee. After debate and amendment, the following motion to adopt and refer to the National Recommendations Committee was adopted by a vote of 302 in favor, 51 against: Every member shall pay a one-time Headquarters Building Assessment payable to Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. The money shall be earmarked for the rent, maintenance, and upkeep of national headquarters. Rec #2 : The committee discarded the recommendations as no conforming changes were submitted. Proposed Regional Bylaw Recommendations - Dr. Alaina Jackson, Parliamentarian The Bylaws Policies & Procedures Committee presented the following recommendations for consideration: Rec #12: The committee discarded the recommendation as no conforming changes were submitted. Rec #17: The committee discarded the recommendation as it seeks to amend language that no longer exists.
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Rec #4, #6, #10, #13: The committee moved to bundle, adopt. All 4 recommendations were requested to be pulled from the bundle and voted on individually. Rec #4: The committee moved to adopt. Point of Order: Soror Frances Jackson, Rho Sigma chapter noted that when the committee moves to bundle adopt recommendations and they are pulled from the bundle, we must begin with the next recommendation in order as presented. Point of Order: Syntaktes Marshall noted that Europe is already included under the Central Region in our National SOP Section 6.110. The point was not well taken by the chair. Point of Order: Soror Erica Patterson, Eta Xi Sigma chapter inquired if the proposed recommendation is in order since Europe is a continent. This point was ruled a parliamentary inquiry instead of point of order and therefore did not qualify as a point of order. Point of Order: Soror Angela Tucker, Delta Omicron Sigma chapter clarified that a call for the question is not an interruptible motion and others that have their hands raised should be taken before the call for the question. MOTION: A call for the previous question to end debate was raised in the chat. After a second, the motion was adopted by a vote of 313 in favor, 12 against. Point of Order: Soror Angelique Thomas, Eta Xi Sigma chapter noted that the pending motion as amended must be displayed on the screen prior to the vote. The point of order was well taken. After debate and amendment, the following motion was adopted by a vote of 324 in favor, 8 against: Central Region is composed of chapters in the geographical area which includes the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Europe, and other areas as designated by the National Board of Directors. The Central Regional Body shall be a delegate assembly, which convenes annually during the weekend. This delegate assembly shall consist of elected chapter delegates, regional undergraduate expansion delegates, voting members of the regional Executive Board, elected national officers living in Central Region, life members and members-at-large. Rec #5: The committee moved to adopt and amend by striking "Until the Region adopts a motion to the contrary," AND striking "the Regional Syntaktes or" after “Under no circumstances can the”, AND striking "national" in paragraph B, AND add paragraph "E. Exigent financial circumstances beyond the Region's control”.
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Point of Order: Soror Angelique Thomas, Eta Xi Sigma chapter noted that the chair announced the poll results at 309 in favor, 0 against however the results of the last poll showed 92% in favor and 8% against. The chair clarified that the vote was 309 in favor, 28 against. Point of Order: Soror Angela Tucker, Delta Omicron Sigma chapter noted that we just voted on the primary amendment, not the main motion as amended. The point was well taken. After debate and amendment, the following motion was adopted by a vote of 250 in favor, 19 against: Regional meetings are intended to be held as in-person meetings. Under no circumstances can the Regional Board decide to hold a virtual meeting unless external circumstances beyond the control of the region forces the region to meet virtually. Such circumstances could include, but are not limited to: A. The hotel suddenly closing or being in an unusable condition and there is insufficient time to change the venue; B. An emergency that prohibits public meetings or which makes travel risky and dangerous; C. A natural disaster like an earthquake or tornado that makes travel to the venue risky and dangerous; D. Civil unrest that may endanger the lives of members traveling to that particular area. E. Exigent financial circumstances beyond the Region's control. Under these circumstances the Regional Board can, by two-thirds vote, vote to meet virtually. Such a meeting will be considered a regular meeting of the region that complies with the bylaw provision that the region hold annual regional meetings. There must be every reasonable effort to meet the national obligations of the region to the Boule (Philo First Lady Pageant, Annie Neville, Display, Scrapbook, etc). In addition, at a minimum, the platform used must allow for simultaneous aural and visual communication. The platform used must accommodate those who wish or who have to dial into the meeting, understanding that those who do so may have limited participation functionality. The platform used must provide for anonymous voting. The election of officers must be able to accommodate all attendees, including those attending by phone and provide for anonymous voting for all attendees. Other rules governing the way virtual meetings will be held may be adopted at the beginning of the virtual conference, much like Standing Rules are adopted at an in-person conference. MOTION: Soror Linda Lanier LM, Eta Delta Sigma Chapter moved to recess until 1pm. The motion was seconded and debate ensued. Motion: Soror Audrey Smith, Theta Chi Sigma chapter called for the previous question to end debate. The motion was adopted by a vote of 312 in favor, 15 against. The motion to recess was adopted by a vote of 278 in favor, 43 against. The meeting was recessed.
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81st CENTRAL REGION CONFERENCE AGENDA Regional Board of Directors and Regional Leadership Team, Hostesses Kesha Richardson, Conference Planning Chair
Nai V. Colton - Undergraduate Chapter Coordinator, Presiding Aliya Cannon, Youth Services Coordinator, Assisting Loreal N. Marshall - 23rd Central Region Syntaktes, Assisting
FOURTH PLENARY SESSION Saturday, May 1, 2021 1:00pm - 4:00pm cst Virtual
The meeting resumed at 1:05pm CST/2:05pm EST. Quorum was established with 255 voting delegates present. MOTION: Syntaktes Marshall moved that we postpone recommendations #6 through #19 until after the International Officer Reports. After a second the motion was adopted, by a vote of 270 in favor, 31 against. International Officers Reports Te’lor Allen, International Second Grand Anti-Basileus Madam Second Grand provided an overview of her activities, goals, accomplishments, and moving forward on the following: Mental Health, Human trafficking Awareness, Bridging the Gap between Grad and Undergraduate Sorors. Marica M. Harris, International First Grand Anti-Basileus Madam First Grand provided an overview of her activities. Highlights of her report are as follows: Membership Benefits Ruby game night Cultured Pearls Veterans Honorary members Membershop development Hope for the holidays Membership goals - 11,596 met and exceeded the goal total family is over 14k members Syntakti Membership Goals Recruitment Goal 1873 - New members from Central 324 Reclamation goal 922 - Central 305 Recognition of ruby, pearl, diamond, centennial, and sesquicentennial chapters in Central Bicentennial chapters in Central and across the sorority Membership engagement R3 initiatives
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Charters and reactivation Global membership Virtual TORCH Undergraduate Success Undergraduate Excellence Operational Excellence Regional leadership Associate engagement Risk Management She rounded out her report with special thanks to Central Region Officers and standing/special committee member chairs from Central serving at the national level. Rasheeda S. Liberty, 25th International Grand Basileus Madam Grand Liberty provided highlights of the activities of her office and sorority-wide progress on the 7-Thrust Strategy. Highlights of her report are as follows: Community Impact All national programs have been shifted virtually. An overview of each project and what was done related to that effort was provided. Membership Benefits Sisterhood events Professional organizational development 16 new partnerships Membership Growth We have exceeded our membership goals for the year and have hit the centennial stretch goal a year ahead of schedule. Undergraduate Success Undergraduate Leadership Summit One member from each undergraduate chapter in the sisterhood will be represented at the 2021 Boule and Centennial events What to expect during 2021 Special Boule Social Action When we all vote Own Your Vote Campaign Human Trafficking Virtual Day on the Hill Branding and Marketing Hired a PR firm to manage the sorority’s brand equity, amplification, brand positioning, and exposure
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Updated website Aurora - the Aurora magazine is being considered for an award with the National Black Journalists Association. Billboard Campaign Brand Equity Operational Excellence Centennial Leadership giving - complete your giving pledge She rounded out her report with acknowledgements of Central Sorors serving at the national level and a recap of promises from the report provided at the area workshops. During Q&A Madam Grand provided additional information including: A partnership with AARP for the Cultured Pearls What to expect for Centennial: Northeast Region will do the New York City Ball Drop in December to kick off the Centennial Year Global billboard campaign Digital advertising A mobile vehicle that will travel and offer all of our national initiatives
MOTION: Soror Brandi McGrady, Alpha Sigma chapter moved to consider recommendation #19 at this time before recommendation #6. The motion was seconded and discussion ensued. Motion: Soror Linda Lanier LM, Eta Delta Sigma chapter called for the previous question to end debate. After a second, the motion was adopted by a vote of 321 in favor, 8 against. The motion to consider recommendation #19 before recommendation #6 was adopted by a vote of 293 in favor, 34 against. Rec #19: The committee moved to amend and adopt by inserting: “(with 60-day grace period)” before “as part of the 2021-2022 sorority year.”AND Under: One-Time Individual Centennial Assessment: Strike “$50” and insert “$25” before “per Soror” and insert “alumna” before “Soror”; Delete “$25 per Philo Affiliate”; Delete “$10 per Rhoer Affiliate”. AND Under: One-Time Chapter Centennial Assessments: Alumnae Chapter-Per Chapter sliding scale assessment based on chapter membership as of 6/30/21. AND Strike $25.00 per Undergraduate Chapter; Strike $25.00 per Philo Chapter; Strike $10.00 per Rhoer Club. Debate ensued. Motion: Syntaktes Loreal N. Marshall LM, called for the previous question to end debate. The motion was adopted by a vote of 238 in favor, 72 against.
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Motion to adopt the primary amendment from the committee failed by a vote of 107 in favor, 211 against. Point of Order: Soror Moya Baylis, Gamma Pi Sigma chapter inquired about whether she may make an amendment to the motion and to raise concern about not being acknowledged from the raise hand feature. MOTION: Soror Moya Baylis, Gamma Pi Sigma chapter moved to amend by striking, $50 per Soror, $25 per Philo affiliate, $10 per Rhoer affiliate, $55 MAL, $80 GM, $25 Philo chapter, $10 Rhoer club and add MAL $50, GM $50. Leave chapter assessment levels in tact. The motion was seconded. Point of Order: Past Grand Deborah Catchings-Smith LM 425, Eta Mu Sigma chapter called for the point of order as the motion on the floor violates the Settle Rule. The point was well taken by the chair. As a result, the previous motion was disposed of. MOTION: Soror Monshea Aguirre, Eta Xi Sigma chapter moved to reconsider the previous amendment. The motion was seconded and debate ensued. Motion: Soror Chaya Grady moved the previous question to end debate. After a second, the motion was adopted by a vote of 306 in favor, 18 against. After debate, the motion to reconsider was adopted by a vote 208 in favor, 105 against. Back to the primary amendment as presented by the Bylaws, Policies, and Procedures committee as follows: One-Time Centennial Assessment: Assessment shall be due & payable July 1, 2021 (with 60-day grace period) as part of the 2021-2022 Sorority Year dues & assessments. One-Time Individual Centennial Assessment: $25.00 per alumna Soror $55.00 per Member-At-Large $80.00 per General Member MOTION: Soror Monshea Aguirre, Eta Xi Sigma chapter moved to amend by striking, $25 per alumna Soror, strike $55 and insert $50 per MAL, strike $80 and insert $50 per GM, delete the deletion of $25 for Undergraduate chapters. Point of Order: Soror Frances Jackson, Rho Sigma chapter advised that the rules of debate do not allow for a member to yield their time to another member. After a second, the amendment was adopted by a vote of 254 in favor, 83 against.
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Back to the primary amendment as amended. One-Time Centennial Assessment: Assessment shall be due & payable July 1, 2021 (with 60-day grace period) as part of the 2021-2022 Sorority Year dues & assessments. One-Time Individual Centennial Assessment: $50.00 per Member-At-Large $50.00 per General Member $25.00 per Undergraduate Chapter The primary amendment as amended was adopted by a vote of 232 in favor, 88 against. Back to the main motion as amended. Point of Order: Soror Angela Tucker, Delta Omicron Sigma chapter questioned whether the Philo and Rhoer affiliate assessments should be included on the screen. The correction was made. Point of Order: Soror Monshea Aguirre, Eta Xi Sigma chapter noted that the $25 undergraduate chapter assessment should be included in the final language to be voted on as her recommendation included to delete the deletion of the undergraduate fee. Motion: A call for the question to end debate was placed in the chat. After a second, the motion was adopted by a vote of 305 in favor, 21 against. After debate and amendment, the following motion was adopted by a vote of 258 in favor, 76 against. One-Time Centennial Assessment: Assessment shall be due & payable July 1, 2021 (with 60-day grace period) as part of the 2021-2022 Sorority Year dues & assessments. One-Time Individual Centennial Assessment: $50.00 per Member-At-Large $50.00 per General Member One-Time Chapter Centennial Assessments: Alumnae Chapter - Per chapter sliding scale assessment based on chapter membership as of 06/30/2021. $200.00 200+ members $175.00 150-199 members $150.00 100-149 members $100.00 75-99 members $75.00 less than 75 members $25 Undergraduate chapters
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Rec #6: The committee moved to adopt. After amendment, the following motion was adopted by a vote of 285 in favor, 16 against. The Regional Executive Board shall hire an external audit agency as recommended by the Budget and Finance Committee, to audit all regional financial records. An audit must be performed annually. Rec# 7: The committee moved to adopt and amend by striking "financial" in the Committee’s name and, as a conforming change, change the name of the committee to “Executive Committee” everywhere else it's named throughout all of the governing documents. AND insert, after “Legal Advisor.”, “The Parliamentarian shall serve as an ex-officio member of this committee in an advising capacity to ensure compliance with our governing documents"; AND add, after “Legal Advisor.”, "The YSC shall serve as an ex-officio member of this committee in an advising capacity to ensure inclusion of undergraduate concerns." AND add paragraph "5. To make a report at regular Board meetings of its activities since the last Board meeting." MOTION: Soror Dharathula Harris, Alpha Lambda Sigma chapter moved to amend the amendment by striking the Parliamentarian and YSC. The motion was seconded. Motion: Soror Linda Lanier LM, Eta Delta Sigma chapter called for the previous question to end debate. After a second, the motion was adopted by a vote of 295 in favor, 13 against. After debate, the amendment failed by a vote of 86 in favor, 225 against. Back to the primary amendment.The amendment was adopted by a vote of 272 in favor, 28 against. Back to the main motion as amended. After debate and amendment, the following recommendation was adopted by a vote of 259 in favor, 32 against. Section 8. Board Committees. The Board shall appoint the following committees to assist in the performance of duties. A. The Executive Committee will be established to manage the operations of the Region. The chair shall be the Tamiochus. Committee members shall include the Syntaktes, the UCC, the Grammateus and the Legal Advisor. The Parliamentarian shall serve as an ex-officio member of this committee in an advising capacity to ensure compliance with our governing documents. The YSC shall serve as an ex-officio member of this committee in an advising capacity to ensure inclusion of undergraduate concerns. The purpose of the committee will be to act on behalf of the Regional Board of Directors between meetings of the Board to address urgent situations. The Committee shall: 1. Review matters referred to the regional organization and prepare plans for action. 2. Monitor the budget and make recommendations to the Regional Board of Directors for the adjustment of budget lines as necessary.
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3. The committee shall refer to the Board for approval of the disbursement of funds for capital expenditures, contractual commitments and expenditures in excess of the maximum threshold as set by the board. 4. Meet on a monthly basis or more frequently, if needed. 5. To make a report at regular Board meetings of its activities since the last Board meeting. Rec #8: The committee moved to adopt and amend by adding “similar” in front of “office” in item #2, insert "a professional spreadsheet software such as" in front of "Microsoft Office Excel" in item #3, add to #3 “Nationally recognized certification in spreadsheet software is preferred.” After debate, the amendment was adopted by a vote of 258 in favor, 27 against. Back to the main as amended MOTION: Soror Felicia Hull, Theta Chi Sigma chapter moved to amend to strike, and one Boule of the two most recently held. After a second and debate the motion was adopted by a vote of 170 in favor, 132 against. Point of Order: Soror Monshea Aguirre, Eta Xi Sigma chapter noted that the motion that the previous Soror just made was not germane to the amended motion on the floor. Back to the main motion as amended. After amendment, the following motion was adopted by a vote of 255 in favor, 53 against. 2. Have held similar office in her local chapter for at least one term and/or have at least 2 years of data management experience. 3. Have advanced to expert skills in a professional spreadsheet software such as" in Microsoft Office Excel and other database management systems. Nationally recognized certification in spreadsheet software is preferred. 4. Have attended a minimum of two Central Region Conferences. Meeting recessed at 6:04pm CST/ 7:04pm EST The 81st Central Region Virtual Conference was adjourned by Syntaktes Marshall at the conclusion of the Prayer and Praise Service on Sunday, May 2, 2021 at 10:20am cst/11:20am est.
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Recommendations Disposition Worksheet National Bylaws Rec #
1.
2. 3.
Committee Disposition
Adopt and Refer to the National Recommendations Committee Discarded Discarded
Regional Bylaws Final Disposition
Adopted
Rec #
Committee Disposition
Final Disposition
4.
Adopt
Adopted w/amendment
5. 6.
Adopt & Amend Adopt & Amend
Adopted w/amendments Adopted w/amendments
7.
Adopt & Amend
Adopted w/amendments
8.
Adopt & Amend
Adopted w/amendments
9.
Fell to the floor due to time expiration
10.
Fell to the floor due to time expiration
11.
Fell to the floor due to time expiration
12.
Discarded
13.
Fell to the floor due to time expiration
14.
Fell to the floor due to time expiration
15.
Fell to the floor due to time expiration
16.
Fell to the floor due to time expiration
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Discarded
18.
Fell to the floor due to time expiration
19.
Adopt & Amend
Adopted w/amendments
Submitted by: Doni Walker, LM 1418 Central Region Anti-Grammateus 7.20.2021
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Appendix A: Regional Officer Reports
Loreal N. Marshall
Syntaktes
Nia V. Colton
Undergraduate Chapter Coordinator
Aliya Cannon
Youth Services Coordinator
Doni Walker Darvionne J. Givhan, Esq. Monique Merriweather
Anti-Grammateus Legal Advisor National Programs Chair
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Loreal N. Marshall, Centennial Central Syntaktes (23rd Director) [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
Unmasking Greatness Through the Office of Syntaktes **Report & Data is reflective up to April 2, 2021.** *This report belongs to the Central Region of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated* To the Central Region Board of Directors, Central Region Leadership Team, and the Captivating Central Region Membership, I would like to bring greetings on behalf of the office of the Syntaktes to International Grand Basileus Rasheeda S. Liberty, International First Grand Anti-Basileus Marica Harris, International Second Grand Anti-Basileus Te’lor Allen, the International Board of Directors, Past Grand Dr. Annie Lawrence Brown, Past Grand Bonita M. Herring, Past Grand Deborah Catchings-Smith, Central Region Past Syntakti, Centennial UCC Nat V. Colton, Centennial YSC Aliya Cannon, Centennial Central Board of Directors, Centennial Leadership Team, and the Captivating Central Region. I am so grateful for the bonds we share through the magnificent and impactful vision of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated. I look forward to continuing our collective work as our region grows and excels, even more, this year. Each Sigma woman brings a unique and valued presence to our esteemed organization and to the Captivating Central Region. The team and I are pleased to have created unforgettable moments for you. We believe this will be one of the most productive and entertaining conferences in our Region’s 10-decade history! We are excited to reveal this curated experience for your personal and professional development. Unmasking Greatness, this year's theme, embodies our commitment to producing a successful conference, despite being 100% virtual. In no small part, the conference's success is because of support provided by our chapter and general members, business partners, community leaders, and contributing friends. Unmasking Greatness could not have been executed without your prayers, thoughtfulness, and generosity. I am genuinely fascinated by you! Programs/Events Attended *Please note these are just some of the programs/events attended. ● Boule 2016 (July 2020) ● Central Virtual Board Meeting (Aug. 2020) ● US Bank In-person meeting/s (August 2020) ● Central Undergraduate Meet & Greet (August 2020) ● 1:1 Board & Leadership Team Connections (August & September 2020) ● International Board Meeting (August 2020-Current) ● Central Board Monthly Meeting (Aug. 2020-Current)
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Chapter Consultations (Aug. 2020-Current) Personal Consultations (Aug. 2020-Current) Area Meeting, I, II, III (Sept. & Oct.2020) Fall Membership Day of Training (Oct. 2020) Fall Fitness Zumba (October 2020) International TORCH Level II Facilitator (September 2020) Regional Leadership Risk Management Training (September 2020)
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Loreal N. Marshall, Centennial Central Syntaktes (23rd Director) [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
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Fall & Spring TORCH Inductions (2020-2021) Regional Leadership Team Meetings (2020-2021) Fall Financial Forum (October 2020) Region Wide Conflict Management Training (November 2020) Rhoer Induction (November 2020) International Founders’ Day Celebration (November 2020) Region Wide Founders’ Day Celebration (November 2020) International Swim 1922 Program (November 2020) Association of Fraternal Advisors: AFA Conference (December 2020) Better Basilei Monthly Meetings (Sept. 2020-Current) Central Undergraduate Retreat (Jan. 2021)
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January Membership Day of Training (January 2021) Better Basilei Bootcamp (February 2021) WCIU: The Jam Black History Interview (February 2021) A Sisterhood United - Inactive Workshop: (February 2021) Association of Fraternal Leadership & Values: AFLV Conference (February 2021) Past Syntakti Paint Party (March 2021) Philo Induction (March 2021) Divine 9 Public Meeting Video Submissions (March 2021) International Virtual Day on the Hill (March 2020) Spring Financial Forum (March 2021) March for Babies Promo Video (April 2020)
People: Members and Affiliates Sigma Gamma Rho must continue to increase and redefine its role in the lives of the members and affiliates to define a pathway towards success. As 2022 approaches, we will all be required to challenge the new issues facing our region. People are and will always be our greatest asset! As a membership, we wear a plethora of hats Mom, Wife, Daughter, Sister, Employee, Friend, Soror, and the list goes on. No matter what you choose to do in life if Sigma is your Passion you can give back in many ways. The Membership and Affiliate Experience is imperative for this office. Our regional goal was a Total of 2,558 members and we have EXCEEDED our goal by 106.62%. The region retention overall percentage is 85.83% (Alumnae 93.76% & Undergraduate 57.27%). As members and affiliates each of you have contributed to the success of Central Membership Goal being set and MET! Financial Affiliate Chapters
Financial Chapters
Philos
19
Alumnae
52
Rhoers
23
Undergraduate
64
Rhosebuds
9
Total
116*
Total
51*
*As of 4/2/2021 per the National Credentials Report.
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Loreal N. Marshall, Centennial Central Syntaktes (23rd Director) [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
TORCH for the 2020-2021 Sorority year showed me, the UCC, and Area Coordinators that many Anti-Basilei, Advisors, and Chapters still do not understand the TORCH policy and process. Some of the questions and matters that came up this year regarding TORCH is alarming. For example: Not signing RPMR forms, New Member Forms, Not counting 42 days, Closing Calendars due to interest not meeting the requirements, Form’s incompletes, not understanding Regional Undergraduate policy/process, not understanding the Abbreviated Calendar policy, etc. It is strongly recommended that sorors serving in these capacities are well trained, prepared, and knowledgeable to have a successful TORCH process. TORCH is a chapter decision and as a chapter membership is all hands-on deck. As leaders we are here to help but we cannot hold hands through an entire TORCH Calendar. That is not fair to us as we must assist and be responsible for an entire Region. Congratulations to all Anti-Basilei, Advisors, Chapters, and New Members you showed up to the unknown of a complete virtual intake process. I commend all who participated and made it to the end. This is Greater Progress! Membership Data: Past (3) Years: *As of 4/2/2021 per the National Credentials Report. Membership Tier
2018-19
2019-20
2020-21*
Alumnae
1775
1545
1869
17
25
498
413
306
316
3
4
Alumnae Military
44
51
Life Member Military
6
5
Associate Undergraduate
443
Life Members Cultured Pearls
1
Associate Military
0
0
0
Undergraduate Military
0
0
0
Regional UG Military
0
0
0
Member-At-Large
10
5
6
Honorary
26
27
28
Regional UGs
31
45
34
General
7
2
5
Total Sorors
2272
2498
2756*
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Loreal N. Marshall, Centennial Central Syntaktes (23rd Director) [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
Sigma Family Data: Past (3) Years: *As of 4/2/2021 per the National Credentials Report. Affiliate Tier 2018-19
2019-20
2020-21*
Philos
143
152
175
Rhoers
347
323
335
Rhoesbuds
58
68
50
Total
548
543
580*
Membership Data: (5) Year Comparison
Sigma Family Data: (5) Year Comparison
Central TORCH Data: (2) Year Comparison
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Loreal N. Marshall, Centennial Central Syntaktes (23rd Director) [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
Policy: Constitution, Bylaws, Standing Rules (Education & Awareness) As members of the Central Region, I highly recommend reading all our governing documents. Knowledge is power! As Syntaktes, I still learn something new every time I read the policies and procedures. This was a tier in my campaign platform because this piece right here will move us forward as a region and in our chapters. One way for us as a region to see Greater Progress. Abide by the Policy Set Forth by the Membership 1. Assist Affiliated with Clarity & Compliance in alignment Nationally. 2. Chapter Bylaws/Constitution submission verification (Per Regional Bylaws) 3. Chapter Standards *(The Parliamentarian & Regional Standards Committee are working on Effective Operational Templates for Chapters, Executive Boards, and Sorors). 4. Effective Meeting Guidelines 5. Ensure Local Bylaws are complying on Regional & National Level *(Local Bylaws Should NOT Conflict) 6. Chapter Parliamentary Consultations 7. Parliamentary Training to Enhance Business Sessions 8. Provide Training Code of Conduct (Conflict) to the Membership 9. Provide Training on Governing Documents to the Membership 10. Provide Training on How to Properly Submit Recommendations 11. Leverage innovative and integrated Financial Management Solutions 12. Provide Members Clarity on the Financial Health of the Region 13. Handle Legal Matters w/due process abiding by the Code of Conduct, Organization Bylaws/Policies, and the Law. *I am happy to state for the 2020-2021 Sorority year we have checked off all the above except for number 3 and that will be coming in August/September of 2021. Top Tier Business: Operational Excellence Operational excellence is when an organization executes its business strategy with consistency and is more reliable in that action than its competitors. The metrics that indicate that an organization is achieving its goal of operational excellence include lower operational risk, lower operating costs, and increased revenues when compared to the competition. All this creates value for the membership and community. As a region, this tier is at the forefront for us to sustain another 100 years. We are a business and Central will operate as such. Some key components to ensure we operate as a Top Tier Business are: 1) Updated Policies, 2) Financial Operations, 3) Respect Every Individual, 4) Creating Value/ROI for the Membership & Partners. Transparency Studies show that when an organization is more transparent with their members, they tend to be more successful. This type of environment leaves members feeling valued. They are encouraged to be creative and share their input. Transparency fosters a type of comfort that allows members to communicate effectively and thus progress. Increasing transparency is an accessible first step for leaders to take in order to build trust. Transparency breeds transparency and, if allowed, it can spread to become part of the organizational culture.
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Loreal N. Marshall, Centennial Central Syntaktes (23rd Director) [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
Leaders demonstrating that expressing honest opinions and being open is acceptable gives permission for others within their committees and chapters to do the same. ~Catherine Ellwood, Principle Consultant, The Myers-Briggs Company Since August 1, 2020, I as Syntaktes have ensured the oath I took on July 31, 2020, is abided by. Being in this role I have had great things to communicate and not so great things to communicate. However, it is a priority for me as Syntaktes to keep the Board and Membership abreast per our governing documents. This officer will always operate in the spirit of transparency and integrity. This officer knows consistency, being open to respective feedback, and shared reasoning will build the trust we need as a region. Centennial Efforts The Centennial Committee requested in 2016 for each region to pledge $10,000 to assist with the Centennial programming. The great thing is these funds can be allotted toward key programming efforts for Centennial. Of course, all regions will get recognized for their giving. This officer was informed in October of 2020 the Central Region has not made an official pledge amount. On December 2, 2020, this officer along with UCC Colton copied sent the Centennial Committee Central Region Official Pledge of $25,000, Central Signature Centennial Event, and Central Sponsoring the Centennial 5k. The Central Board of Directors voted on this amount. Why $25,000 because we are Central, we are home to all, we Lead the Way, and our Seven Illustrious Founders founded this organization here in Central. Are you thinking do we (Central) have this money to give? No, we do not. However, we do have a plan of action.
Central Region Centennial Financial Status (Funds Allocated)
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Loreal N. Marshall, Centennial Central Syntaktes (23rd Director) [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
The Central Region Board of Directors will be bringing forth a recommendation to the Body at Regional Conference to support in gaining funds to aid the region with Centennial Efforts. This is history and each of YOU are apart if it! Please stay abreast on National Centennial Updates via their news blasts! I encourage you to read all information as they have some imperative information that comes out. We must CELEBRATE CENTRAL as this is where it ALL BEGAN in 1922. I want to personally thank Centennial Co-Chair Karen Williams for all of support to this officer regarding Centennial. Finally, I would like to thank Alpha Sigma Basileus Karin Sarratt, the members of Alpha Sigma, Alpha Chapter, and CR Centennial Representative Martha Riley for all their hard work and dedication towards Centennial Efforts. Healing The process of transforming a hurting organization usually begins with an awakening of conscience of a key leader at a moment of crisis. ~Herb Kelleher, Founder of Southwest Airlines We as a Region need healing. In so many ways. We need to heal from past hurt, past decisions, and past choices. As an organization we need to look at why do sorors leave. The top answer is hurt! Knowing this is the main reason why...it is up to us to change the narrative. This is what Leadership Through Action really means Each of us must Lead by example!
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Loreal N. Marshall, Centennial Central Syntaktes (23rd Director) [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
As a Region, how do we measure our success? This a question we need to answer collectively. As the Syntaktes my response is we measure our success Not by power. Not by position. Not by money. Not by growth. We measure success by the way human lives are enriched. “You cannot have a healing organization without healing leaders.” ~Sisodia and Gelb
End of the Year Regional Assessments This officer will be presenting several end of the year assessments for the membership and affiliates to measure our yearly regional programming, leadership, experience, region overall, etc. Assessments are important because the information gained can be used to improve the region, improve our approach, and communicate to the Board/Membership evidence about the processes (accountability). All end of the year regional assessments will be effective, useful, targeted, quick, positive, and sustainable. Rating Levels ● Exceptional ● Exceeds Requirements Types of Expected Assessments ● Rate the Region (Overall) ● Rate the Office of Syntaktes ● Rate the Office of UCC ● Rate the Office of YSC ● Rate the Board of Directors ● Rate the Leadership Team ● Rate the Region Brand ● Rate the Region Training & Development ● Rate Operational Excellence of the Region
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Rate the Region Communication Rate Membership/Affiliate Experience Rate the Region Virtual Area Meeting/s Rate the Region Virtual Conference Rate the Region Membership Day of Training/s Rate the Quarterly Communications Rate the Regional Website Rate the Region Social Media
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Recommendations 1. The Central Region needs healing. For Central to Lead The Way, we must heal in the name of Greater Service, Greater Progress. We are here to leave a positive legacy our Seven Founders established on November 12, 1922. 2. Operating effectively and efficiently is a priority for all chapters and affiliates. Abide by the policies and procedures. They govern us for a reason. 3. Reading is fundamental. We must educate ourselves to be a greater soror. 4. Celebrate Central: We must clap for our region! If we do not honor and celebrate our region, who will? 5. Attitude Reflects Leadership: Central is a very outspoken region. To the point where we are our own worst enemy. Let us turn this narrative around and place our focus on the longevity of the region. 6. Respect: Within our region we have a lack of respect for one another and the Leaders. It shows in many things we do and speak. Be mindful of how we address one another and be mindful of how you talk to the regional leaders (phone, email, in person). 7. Prepare & Plan: As a Region, Chapters, and Sorors it is important to prepare and plan accordingly for the best interest of everyone involved. 8. Pay your dues on time to prevent delays in individual and chapter programming efforts/participation. (Locally, Regionally, Nationally) Thank you & Bless you! First, I would like to thank God for giving me the opportunity and strength to handle the matters accordingly. My parents, my daughter Autumn, my companion, my sister, and my dear friends. Thank you to the International Grand Basileus Liberty, First Grand Anti-Basileus Harris, and the International Board of Directors. To the Centennial Central Board of Directors, I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you do and have done. Each of you is a blessing to serve with. Area Coordinators...dear lord how I appreciate each of you for being the voice and leaders of your respective areas. You have helped in a pivotal way. To the Regional Committee Chairs and Liaisons, you all are so innovative, and it shows in all you have accomplished via your roles/committees. I thank you. Committee Members you put in the work for this region to be great as well. I thank you for wanting to assist Central. I want to thank the members and affiliates for entrusting me to serve in the capacity of Syntaktes. It is truly a privilege to serve this Captivating Region. Thank you for all you do locally and in your chapters to make Sigma greater. The pandemic is not over, and as people wait to receive vaccinations, we must continue to abide by the government, state, and local mandates. Continue to wear masks, wash our hands, and avoid groups of people. We love and respect each other enough to do our part. Stay safe and stay safe. May God bless all Regions and the entire organization. We are ONE!
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Loreal N. Marshall, Centennial Central Syntaktes (23rd Director) [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
In Godly Service to Sigma, Loreal N. Marshall Centennial Central Syntaktes (23rd Director)
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Nai V. Colton, Undergraduate Chapter Coordinator (Assistant Regional Director) [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
Greetings to the Centennial Syntaktes Loreal N. Marshall, Centennial YSC Aliyah Cannon, Centennial Regional Board of Directors, Sorors, Philos, Rhoers, and Rhosebuds of the CAPTIVATING Central Region. Welcome to our 81st Central Region Conference of Unmasking Greatness! I am excited to report to the region how myself and the Undergraduate Concerns Committee have been “Cultivating the Future of Sigma”. It is important to continue to empower and develop our undergraduates to secure the future of the sorority. Here are some updates from the Office of Undergraduate Chapter Coordinator and the Undergraduate Concerns Committee: Undergraduate Focus ➢ Implemented the Undergraduate Basileus Spotlight to improve the image and branding of our undergraduates ➢ Meet & Greet with YSC Cannon (August) ➢ Undergraduate Basilei and Advisor Call (September) ➢ Provided a H.U.G.S. Training (Helping Undergraduates Succeed - developed by the Northeastern Region) (September) ➢ Cohort Support provided based on the number of members that are in the chapter (October & April) ➢ Undergraduate Poodle Chat (November) ➢ YOU GOT NEXT: An Undergraduate Experience - Undergraduate Summit - all regions- (January) ➢ Poodle Pajama Jam (January) ➢ Golden Table Talk (February) ➢ Sponsored Undergraduate Tamiochi to attend the Central Region Financial Institute ➢ Sponsored 30 undergraduates were sponsored to attend our 81st Central Region Conference Advisor Focus ➢ Advisor GroupMe is Live for an immediate response, support, and collaboration (Ongoing) ➢ Advisor Spotlight ➢ Advisor Training - Part 1 (September) ➢ Advisor Training - Part 2 (December) ➢ Advisory Academy (February)
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Nai V. Colton, Undergraduate Chapter Coordinator (Assistant Regional Director) [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
Central Region Undergraduate Membership Undergraduate Chapter and the total number of members on campus
Campus
City/State
Advising Chapter
City/State
Alpha - 1
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN
Alpha Sigma
Indianapolis, IN
Alpha Delta - 22
Harris Stowe State University
St. Louis, MO
Zeta Sigma
St. Louis, MO
Alpha Eta - 2
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
Rho Sigma
Detroit, MI
Alpha Mu - 6
Lincoln University
Jefferson City, MO
Zeta Sigma
St. Louis, MO
Alpha Psi - INACTIVE
St. Louis University
St. Louis, MO
Zeta Sigma
St. Louis, MO
Alpha Rho - 6
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
Zeta Sigma
St. Louis, MO
Beta Beta - 7
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN
Alpha Sigma
Indianapolis, IN
Beta Rho - 4
Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL
Delta Sigma
Chicago, IL
Chi - 3
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
Gamma Chi Sigma
Wichita, KS
Delta Beta - 6
Eastern IL University
Charleston, IL
Alpha Upsilon Sigma
East St. Louis, IL
Delta Epsilon - 6
Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI
Rho Sigma
Detroit, MI
Delta Kappa - INACTIVE Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
National HQs
Delta Nu - INACTIVE
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
Zeta Iota Sigma
Delta Omega - 2
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH
Epsilon Kappa Sigma Dayton, OH
Delta Phi - 8
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
Delta Omicron Sigma Columbus, OH
Delta Pi - 4
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO
Psi Sigma
Kansas City, MO
Delta Rho - 9
University of Illinois
Champaign, IL
Delta Omega Sigma
Champaign, IL
Delta Zeta - INACTIVE
Ferris State University
Big Rapids Township, MI
Gamma Psi Sigma
Milwaukee, WI
Epsilon - INACTIVE
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN
Alpha Sigma Sigma
Indianapolis, IN
Epsilon Beta -12
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL
Member at Large
Chicago, IL
Epsilon Chi - INACTIVE
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN
Alpha Sigma
Indianapolis, IN
Epsilon Gamma - 6
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
Alpha Sigma Sigma
Gary, IN
Epsilon Iota - INACTIVE
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Lincoln, NE
Gamma Beta Sigma
Omaha, NE
Epsilon Omega - 1
University of Wisconsin
Whitewater, WI
Gamma Pi Sigma
Milwaukee, WI
Minneapolis, MN
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Epsilon Rho - 6
University of Akron
Akron, OH
Eta Delta Sigma
Akron, OH
Epsilon Xi - INACTIVE
University of Wisconsin
Madison, WI
Iota Psi Sigma
Brown Deer, WI
Eta - 1
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL
Delta Sigma
Chicago, IL
Eta Chi - 1
Purdue University
Hammond, IN
Alpha Sigma Sigma
Indianapolis, IN
Eta Epsilon - 15
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
Lambda Lambda Sigma
Kalamazoo, MI
Eta Iota - INACTIVE
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
Delta Eta Sigma
Kansas City, KS
Eta Omega - 1
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY
Pi Sigma
Louisville, KY
Eta Phi - 6
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
Pi Sigma
Louisville, KY
Eta Pi - INACTIVE
Saginaw Valley College
Saginaw, MI
Gamma Psi Sigma
Saginaw, MI
Eta Psi - 8
Ohio University
Athens, OH
Delta Omicron Sigma Columbus, OH
Eta Zeta - INACTIVE
University of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI
Gamma Pi Sigma
Milwaukee, WI
Gamma Beta - 9
Southern Illinois University
Edwardsville, IL
Alpha Upsilon Sigma
East St. Louis, IL
Gamma Epsilon - 12
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio
Alpha Lambda Sigma Cleveland, OH
Gamma Omega - 11
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
Zeta Kappa Sigma
Lansing, MI
Gamma Psi - INACTIVE
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS
Gamma Chi Sigma
Wichita, KS
Gamma Rho - 28
Illinois State University
Normal, IL
Kappa Epsilon Sigma Normal, IL
Gamma Zeta - 6
Indiana University - Purdue @ Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
Alpha Sigma
Indianapolis, IN
Iota Psi - 8
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
Rho Sigma
Detroit, MI
Iota Zeta - 6
University of Missouri
Kansas City, MO
Psi Sigma
Kansas City, MO
Kappa - 6
Wilberforce University
Wilberforce, OH
Epsilon Kappa Sigma Dayton, OH
Kappa Eta - INACTIVE
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
Epsilon Theta Sigma
Iowa City, IA
Lambda - 15
Kentucky State University
Frankfort, KY
Eta Epsilon Sigma
Lexington, KY
Lambda Eta - 3
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO Zeta Sigma
St. Louis, MO
Mu - 15
Ball State University
Muncie, IN
Alpha Sigma
Indianapolis, IN
Mu Mu -4
National-Louis University
Chicago, IL
Delta Sigma
Chicago, IL
Lexington, KY
Eta Epsilon Sigma
Lexington, KY
Mu Omicron - INACTIVE University of Kentucky Mu Theta - 14
Central Michigan University Mt. Pleasant, MI
Zeta Kappa Sigma
Lansing, MI
Nu Beta - 5
Kansas State University
Gamma Chi Sigma
Wichita, KS
Manhattan, KS
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Nu Epsilon - 4
Southwest Missouri State University/ Missouri State University
Springfield, MO
Zeta Sigma
St. Louis, MO
Nu Gamma - 2
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
Epsilon Lambda Sigma
Cincinnati, OH
Nu Phi - INACTIVE
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH
N/A
N/A
Nu Psi - EXPELLED/ Researched Psi Chapter (Chartered 1932)
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL
Nu Gamma Sigma
Carbondale, IL
Nu Theta - INACTIVE
IUPUI - Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN
Iota Iota Sigma
INACTIVE
Omicron Alpha INACTIVE
University of Wisconsin
Parkside, WI
Iota Psi Sigma
Brown Deer, WI
Omicron Beta - 11
University of Illinois
Chicago, IL
Eta Xi Sigma
Oak Lawn, IL
Omicron Chi - 7
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL
Delta Sigma
Chicago, IL
Pi Kappa - INACTIVE
Elmhurst University
Elmhurst, IL
Theta Chi Sigma
Oak Park, IL
Pi Mu - 3
University of Missouri
St. Louis, MO
Eta Mu Sigma
St. Louis, MO
Pi Nu - 2
Oakland University
Rochester, MI
Zeta Eta Sigma
Pontiac, MI
Pi Upsilon - 6
Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH
Epsilon Lambda Sigma
Cincinnati, OH
Tau Iota - 4
Denison University
Granville, OH
Iota Nu Sigma
Worthington, OH
Regional UG
Columbia College
Chicago, IL
Delta Sigma
Chicago, IL
Regional UG
Wheaton College
Wheaton, IL
Theta Chi Sigma
Oak Park, IL
Regional UG
University of Phoenix
St. Louis, MO
Eta Mu Sigma
St. Louis, MO
Regional UG - 4
Washington University
St. Louis, MO
Zeta Sigma
St. Louis, MO
Regional UG
Rockhurst University
Kansas City, MO
Psi Sigma
Kansas City, MO
Regional UG
Indiana University South Bend
South Bend, IN
Iota Xi Sigma
South Bend, IN
Regional UG
Millikin University
Springfield, IL
Epsilon Sigma Sigma Springfield, IL
Regional UG
Cardinal Stritch
Milwaukee, WI
Iota Psi Sigma
Brown Deer, WI
Regional UG
Bethel College
South Bend, IN
Iota Xi Sigma
South Bend, IN
Regional UG
Calumet College of St. Joseph
Gary, IN
Alpha Sigma Sigma
Gary, IN
Regional UG
University of Phoenix
Gary, IN
Alpha Sigma Sigma
Gary, IN
Rho Beta - INACTIVE
University Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA
Epsilon Theta Sigma
Cedar Falls, IA
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Rho Chi - 4
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY
Pi Sigma
Rho Epsilon - INACTIVE
Ursuline College
Beachwood, OH
Kappa Gamma Sigma South Euclid, OH
Rho Psi - 5
Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, KY
Eta Epsilon Sigma
Lexington, KY
Rho Tau - 1
Aurora University
Aurora, IL
Theta Chi Sigma
Oak Park, IL
Sigma Eta - 6
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
Theta Chi Sigma
Oak Park, IL
Sigma Mu - INACTIVE
University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
Theta Chi Sigma
Oak Park, IL
Sigma Pi - INACTIVE
University of Michigan
Flint, MI
Zeta Eta Sigma
Pontiac, MI
Sigma Rho - INACTIVE
Lincoln College
Normal, IL
Kappa Epsilon Sigma
Normal, IL
Theta Eta - 1
Drake University
Des Moines, IA
Epsilon Theta Sigma
IA
Theta Kappa - 1
Baldwin Wallace University
Berea. OH
Alpha Lambda Sigma
Cleveland, OH
Theta Psi - 5
Iowa State University
Ames, IA
Epsilon Theta Sigma
IA
Theta Rho - 11
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH
Alpha Lambda Sigma
Cleveland, OH
Theta Xi - INACTIVE
University of Nebraska
Omaha, NE
Gamma Beta Sigma
Omaha, NE
Theta Zeta - 2
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI
Gamma Pi Sigma
Milwaukee, WI
Xi Alpha - INACTIVE
Murray State University
Murray, KY
N/A
KY
Xi Beta - 3
University of Toledo
Toledo, OH
Iota Theta Sigma
Toledo, OH
Xi Gamma - 2
Morehead State University
Morehead, KY
Eta Epsilon Sigma
Lexington, KY
Xi Lambda - 3
DePaul University
Chicago, IL
Eta Xi Sigma
Oak Lawn, IL
Xi Nu - 9
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
Eta Pi Sigma
Grand Rapids, MI
Xi Upsilon - INACTIVE
Mary Grove College (the university is permanently closed) Detroit, MI
Rho Sigma
Detroit, MI
Xi Xi - 5
Wright State University
Dayton, OH
Epsilon Kappa Sigma
Dayton, OH
Zeta - 2
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH
Alpha Lambda Sigma
Cleveland, OH
Zeta Alpha - 8
Bowling Green State University Bowling Green, OH
Iota Theta Sigma
Toledo OH
Zeta Mu - INACTIVE
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL
Zeta Omicron Sigma
Bolingbrook, IL
Zeta Nu - 5
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL
Iota Upsilon Sigma
Dekalb, IL
Zeta Phi - 3
Bradley University
Peoria, IL
Epsilon Eta Sigma
Peoria, IL
Zeta Rho - INACTIVE
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO
N/A
N/A
Louisville, KY
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Undergraduate Cohort Support Sigma Group - Chapters with 1-4 members Gamma Group - Chapters with 5-9 members Rho Group - Chapters with 10 or more members These cohorts will receive differentiated support/resources based on the group they fall under.
Sigma Group
Gamma Group
Rho Group
Ashlei Ross Kimberly Smith Yolanda Snowden Tiffany Gore Traeona Brinson
Earlene Bolton Brittney Cade Melissa Moody Roberta Ayers
Danielle Yelder Joyce Ross Tonishia Holloway Dionne Pressie
Alpha Alpha Eta Beta Rho Chi Delta Beta Delta Epsilon Epsilon Gamma Epsilon Omega Eta Chi Eta Omega Eta Phi Lambda Eta Mu Mu Nu Epsilon Nu Gamma Pi Mu Rho Chi Rho Tau Tau Iota Theta Eta Theta Kappa Theta Zeta Xi Beta Xi Gamma Xi Lambda Zeta Zeta Phi
Alpha Mu Alpha Rho Beta Beta Delta Phi Delta Pi Delta Rho Epsilon Rho Eta Psi Gamma Beta Gamma Omega Iota Psi Iota Zeta Kappa Nu Beta Omicron Chi Pi Upsilon Rho Psi Sigma Eta Theta Psi Theta Rho Xi Nu Xi Xi Zeta Alpha Zeta Nu
Alpha Delta Epsilon Beta Eta Epsilon Gamma Epsilon Gamma Rho Lambda Omicron Beta Mu Mu Theta Regional Undergraduates
The goal for Central Undergraduates during the 2018-2020 term was to reach 500 undergraduate sorors by June 2020. Our Immediate Past UCC reported that goal was met on 2/21/2020. At the time of that report (6/12/2020) Central had 546 Undergraduates. (6/12/2020) CENTRAL inducted 151 new undergraduates. 2020-2021 Central Region Undergraduate Membership Updates:
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64 Financial Chapters 28 Inactive Chapters 404 Undergraduate Members 43 Regional Undergraduates 447 Total Undergraduates ( this is an increase from 223 undergraduates that was reported in October 2020)
Congratulations to our Ruby Chapters!!!! Alpha Delta - Harris Stowe University (22) and Gamma Rho - Illinois State University (28) Updates on future charters ➢ Approved to charter a chapter on the campus of Missouri Western State University - Psi Sigma, Advising Chapter ➢ Approved to charter a chapter on the campus of Washington University (Wash U) - Zeta Sigma, Advising Chapter 2020-2021 Membership Goals ● Increase membership by 50% - DID NOT COMPLETE ● Reactivate at least 5 chapters - COMPLETE ➢ Eta Chapter - Northwestern University - Delta Sigma, Advising Chapter ➢ Eta Chi - Purdue University - Alpha Sigma Sigma, Advising Chapter ➢ Eta Omega - University of Louisville - Pi Sigma, Advising Chapter ➢ Epsilon Rho - University of Akron - Eta Delta Sigma, Advising Chapter ➢ Theta Eta - Drake University - Epsilon Theta Sigma, Advising Chapter ➢ Theta Kappa - Baldwin Wallace University - Alpha Lambda Sigma, Advising Chapter
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Aliya Cannon, Youth Service Committee [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
I would like to thank the Captivating Central Region of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. for the opportunity to serve. This has been a phenomenal first year and I am excited to see where we will go in addition to how far we have come this sorority year. Listed below are initiatives and programs myself and the Youth Service Committee have completed this sorority year thus far in our journey to unmask greatness. The programs and initiatives that have been planned and completed by the Youth Service Committee are highlighted in yellow. August Meet & Greet with Madam UCC and YSC: 8/1/2020 ●
This was an informative event where we gave Sorors the opportunity to ask questions and express concerns for the 2020-2021 Sorority year as leadership. We were given insight on what the undergraduates would like from me as well as programming that would be good for this year.
Shake the room challenge: 8/1/2020 ●
This challenge was created to encourage undergraduates to step. Very little participation was seen from the undergraduates so I have decided to have a step clinic at some point to teach Sorors the art of stepping because it is imperative that we continue the legacy routed deep in our culture.
Stroll Clinic: 8/12/2020 ●
A fun night where Sorors of all regions and ages tuned in to learn different strolls and fellowship. This was definitely a great time. September
Share your Light challenge: 9/1/2020 ●
All Undergraduates posted via their chapter social media and personal platforms Images, Videos, and Examples on how they have shared their light with their community and universities. This gave us the opportunity to show everyone how much of an impact the Sigma women have in the central region.
Community Service Opportunity Guide 9/11/20 ●
The Youth Services Committee had the opportunity to put out a list of community service opportunities for our undergraduates to complete virtually.
Step Clinic: 9/9/2020 ●
This clinic will create a atmosphere for Sorors to learn the art of stepping and take away some key points for their chapters. We want to get Sorors prepared for centennial! October
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November Sister Circle 11/7/20 ●
The Youth Services Committee had the opportunity to create a safe space for a sisterly conversation about mental health, self-care, and sisterhood.
Old school vs new school stroll clinic 11/22/20 ●
I had the opportunity to partner with Madam Area Coordinator Logan in hosting an old school vs new school clinic to bridge the gap between undergraduate and graduate members. December
Pajama Jam stroll clinic host 12/29/20 ●
I had the opportunity to teach the Rhoer club of the Central region different strolls at their Christmas pajama jam party hosted by the Central Region Rhoer Coordinator. January
Undergraduate Retreat 1/9/21 ● This was a fun and informative event. We had over sixty undergraduates attend and all the sessions were very informative and catered directly to our undergraduates. I do want to make this a semester event to keep our UG constantly learning and growing to better themselves in the name of Sigma. Epsilon Nu Sigma Rhoer Presentation 1/10/21 ● I had an amazing opportunity talking with the Epsilon Nu Sigma Rhoers about smart decision and goal making. Multicultural Greek summit 1/23/21 ● I had the opportunity to attend the multicultural Greek summit hosted by L.E.A.D. Firm and Harbor Institute to enhance and elevate my leadership skills and understanding. February Dismantling the 9-5 concept 2/27/21 ● An introduction to opportunity in entrepreneurship Workshop. As we closed out black history month, I wanted to give Sorors the inspiration to take their talents and work ethic and invest it into themselves. New Members In the Youth Service Committee ● The youth services committee gained four additional members this spring semester to ensure we have a diverse representation in the best interest of our undergraduates. Black History Month Videos ● The Youth Services Committee put out videos and pictures throughout black history month to celebrate and push the importance through our platform.
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March Mask it up challenge 3/3/21-3/31/21 ●
The Youth Services Committee came out with the mask it up challenge which is a virtual challenge created to push our undergraduates and peers to wear a mask and socially distance.
TCS Undergraduate Retreat Presentation 3/21/21 ●
I had the opportunity to present at the Theta Chi Sigma Undergraduate retreat on the following: “Leadership in the realm of higher education “and “Balancing this thing called life” to help enhance their collegiate and undergraduate experience within Sigma. Youth Service Committee Members
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Traeona Brinson
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Tavyn Smith
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Khrisma McMurray
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Erika Ramos
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Antionna Sudor
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Britney Johnson
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Krystal Haley
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Lawanda Mahomes
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Kassidy Pierre
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Andreya Ayers
I would like to thank the Youth Services Committee for all of the hard work and dedication they have put in thus far to enhance the collegiate experience for our Central Region undergraduates. None of this would have been possible without the work they have done for Sigma. Thank You I would like to thank Madam Syntaktes and Madam UCC for guiding and mentoring me as we have propelled thus far into our term. Being in leadership is a difficult role and they have given me nothing but love and grace. I would like to thank Madam Area Coordinator Logan for the love, support, and sisterhood that she has given me even before the letters. I would like to thank the Rho Chi chapter for all of the love and support, I would not be the Sigma woman I am today without Rho Chi. I would like to thank my advisor Xala Sledge for being a support system and sister no matter what the circumstances and always pushing me to be better than the woman I was yesterday.
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I would like to thank my Neophyte Natalie Dixon for lighting my Sigma Light once again and reminding me why I do the work I do for Sigma and truly creating an unbreakable bond. I would like to thank my mentor and big brother Greg Moore who is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. for always believing in me and teaching me how to truly be a servant leader. Lastly I would like to thank my family and circle who have supported and loved me from day one and pushed me to live my wildest dreams. No matter where I go or who I become, you will always be my reason white.
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Doni Walker, Centennial Anti-Grammateus [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
April 26, 2021 Substantive Board of Directors Actions as of August 25, 2020 - April 26, 2021 BOD Meeting 8/25/2020 MOTION: Sergeant-at-Arms French moved to adopt the Purchase Requisition Policy and Pre-Approval Process as presented by Tamiochus Wilburn. After a second, the motion was adopted. Special BOD Meeting 9/1/2020 MOTION: YSC Cannon moved that the 2021 Regional Conference be moved to a virtual platform. Motion seconded. After discussion, the motion was adopted by a vote of 9 in favor, 2 against. BOD Meeting 11/30/2020 MOTION: Nominations Chair Rodgers moved that the Central Region Signature event be catered around the Circle City Classic theme of Rhoyalty Revealed. After a second, the motion was adopted by common consent. MOTION: Anti-Grammateus Walker moved to adopt the revised 2020-2021 budget. The motion was seconded. After discussion, the motion was adopted by common consent. MOTION: UCC Colton moved that the Central Region official pledge amount will be $44,000 toward the Centennial. The motion was seconded. National Programs Chair Merriweather moved to amend the amount from $44,000 to $25,000. After a second, the amendment was adopted. The main motion as amended was adopted by a vote of 8 in favor, 2 against. The Central Region official pledge amount will be $25,000 toward the Centennial Celebration. BOD Meeting 12/14/2020 MOTION: Grammateus Cooper moved to contract with IL NFP Audit & Tax, LLP to perform the audit for SY 2017-2018, SY 2019-2020 and Form 990 for Tax Year 2017, 2018 & 2019 for a total fee of $8,500. After discussion, the motion was adopted by a vote of 10 in favor, 0 against. BOD Meeting 1/25/2021 MOTION: Grammateus Cooper moved to adopt the January Tamiochus Report with the included recommendations. After much debate and amendment, a roll call vote was taken. By a vote of 11 in
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favor, 2 against the motion was adopted. The adopted recommendations include: Engage IL NFP Audit & Tax, LLP to perform the audit for SY 2018-2019 for an additional fee of $3,500. The total consulting fee would be $12,000 instead of $8,500. Engage Porte Brown Accountants and Advisors to perform a forensic audit for SY’s 2017-2018, 2018-2019 and 2019-2020 and pay the initial retainer of $5,000. The following recommendation will be referred to the Bylaws Policies & Procedures Committee: Add: Centennial Assessment: Assessment shall be due & payable July 1, 2021 as part of the 2021-2022 Sorority Year dues & assessments. Centennial Individual Assessment: $50.00 per Soror $25.00 per Philo Affiliate $10.00 per Rhoer Affiliate $55.00 per Member-At-Large $80.00 per General Member Centennial Chapter Assessments: Alumnae Chapter - Per chapter sliding scale assessment based on chapter membership as of 06/30/2021. $200.00 200+ members $175.00 150-199 members $150.00 100-149 members $100.00 75-99 members $75.00 less than 75 members $25.00 per Undergraduate Chapter $25.00 per Philo Chapter $10.00 per Rhoer Club The centennial assessment shall cover the central region centennial donation, float for the Circle City Classic Parade & other necessary items needed before, during & after the parade, seed money for the Circle City Classic function and Centennial 5K.
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MOTION: On behalf of the Undergraduate Concerns Committee, UCC Colton moved that the Central Region move forward in the process of reactivating Psi Chapter on the campus of Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIU-C) and to refer to the National Board of Directors for adoption. After a second and discussion, the motion was adopted by a vote of 12 in favor, 0 against. Special BOD Meeting 3/8/2021 MOTION: UCC Colton moved that the Central Region seek legal action against Soror Tina Currie for misappropriation of funds based on the results of the hearing panel. After a second the motion was adopted by a vote of 13 in favor, 0 against. BOD Meeting 4/19/2021 MOTION: Tamiochus Wilburn moved that by direction of the Executive Financial Committee, to utilize the US Bank CD in the amount of $10,000 and $15,000 from regional fundraising income, for a total of $25,000, to cover the Central Centennial Pledge to Grand Chapter in care of the National Centennial Committee and the National Board of Directors. No second was required as this is a committee motion. After discussion the motion was adopted by a vote of 13 in favor, 0 against. At your service, Doni Walker, LM #1418
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Darvionne J. Givhan, Esq., Central Region Legal Advisor [email protected]; [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com
April 2, 2021 *Please note that all information contained in this report is current as of the above date* Greetings to the Central Region Board of Directors, Sorors, Life Members, Delegates and Affiliates of the Captivating Central Region! It is my pleasure to serve as your Central Region Legal Advisor as we Unmask Greatness! Upon my appointment as your Legal Advisor (effective August 1, 2020), I have been hard at work, striving to manage the risks of the Region. It has been a challenging year, not only for our sisterhood, but for the world at large, as we have continued to redefine life in a post-COVID and essentially pivot to a 100% virtual world in all aspects. Before going into the logistics of my actual report, I want to take a moment of personal privilege. I recognize that navigating the pivot to a virtual environment has been not only challenging, but difficult and frustrating. I felt and understood your frustration as you still sought to deliver the same level of service to your various communities and were restricted or encumbered by the waiver process or flat-out denied based on the risk assessment. But I want to commend the Central Region for accepting the decisions passed to you as you revised or in some cases refrained from your annual programming as you have known it. I thank you for making that difficult part of my role this year (delivering those denials) a little bit easier in that respect.
Top Officer Goals (at the beginning of the year): 1) Clear up all loose ends from the prior year/administration (2019/20) 2) Timeliness in terms of responding to sorors’ inquiries, contracts and grievances 3) Training and clarity for the region regarding contracts, grievances, foundations, discipline process 4) Training for both facets of the disciplinary action team (DAT)
Wins (related to initial goals): 1) All open action items from the prior year have been closed 2) Inquiries have been responded to within the time frame set forth by our governance policies
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3) Provided training to the Region regarding risk management updates and training on the Sorority’s policies and procedures
Outstanding: Complete training for all members of the DAT- the training sessions offered by ICHQ occurred in September 2020 prior to the confirmation of the CR DAT. Thus, most of them did not receive the scheduled training this year. I have been unsuccessfully in attempts to secure additional training sessions for the DAT; however, and thankfully, there have been no TORCH violations that required the services of the DAT this sorority year (knock on wood). I will continue to request a repeat of the training so that the DAT is ready to go for the next sorority year, which will hopefully include more in-person activities. More detail as to specific activities of this officer is provided below:
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Education/Training:
One of the missives of the Board this year was an increase in education and training provided for the members of the Board as well as to the Membership. To that end, this officer has participated/provided education and training as detailed below. Received ●
This officer participated in Regional Legal Advisor Training provided by the International Legal Advisor (ILA) and the Deputy Legal Advisor (DLA) on August 27, 2020 and August 29, 2020.
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This officer also participated in the International Board of Directors Executive Strategy Session on August 29, 2020.
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This officer attended the virtual training for the Clio Management System in October 2020.
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This officer has also participated in scheduled Legal Advisor Conference Calls sponsored by the ILA and DLA.
Provided ●
This officer provided Legal Updates to the Region at the various Fall Area Meetings held on September 12, 19, and October 3, 2020. Those updates primarily focused on updating the
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Region on our objective of mitigating and avoiding risk as well as reiteration of the directive from the Grand Basileus regarding no in-person activities this year. ●
Participation in the two (2) financial forums provided for the Region in October 2020 and March 2021.
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Hosted a training session at the CR Day of Training on October 10, 2020. That session focused on a high-level overview of the Sorority’s policies and procedures as they are found in our Code of Conduct and Disciplinary Action Policy.
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Provided grievance training to the CR BOD on October 13, 2020.
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Provided Legal Updates in the Spring Edition of the Region’s Publication (March 2021).
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Contracts:
Due to COVID protocols put in place by our national leadership this sorority year, there were not many contracts to review from chapters as would normally be expected. ●
This officer reviewed a total of 19 contracts, 14 on behalf of the region and 5 for chapters.
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There was a new contract portal put into place at the start of the year; however, we experienced some technical issues in relation to its actual operation (specifically notification) which unfortunately, affected response time. I apologize for that and encourage you to always send a quick email in addition to using the portal link.
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This officer assisted Madam Syntaktes in negotiations with the Louisville Marriott (2020 Regional Conference) and the Oak Brook Hilton (cancellation of the 2021 in-person conference), and participated in various meetings regarding those matters.
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Grievances/Inquiries:
This officer is charged with assisting Madam Syntaktes on reviewing grievances (and inquiries) filed by sorors and/or chapters. ●
This sorority year, we received/reviewed/addressed eight (8) such matters. The subject matters included: interpersonal relations and communication, an allegation of violation of the Code of Conduct; alleged violation of the social media policy; and chapter foundation governance. None of these matters rose to the level of a formal discipline matter, although mediation was provided in several instances, which included participation by this officer.
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Additionally, this officer (along with other key officers) drafted a response to a grievance filed against the CR Executive Board in October 2020.
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Finally, this officer (along with other key officers) filed a grievance against several immediate past CR Board members in December 2020.
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Discipline
One of the more difficult and challenging, but necessary, aspects of this role is determining and executing disciplinary action. While we had no TORCH-related disciplinary action this year, this officer did initiate other disciplinary actions as set forth below. In order to ensure that the sorors involved received fair and neutral hearings, the hearings do not contain any Central Region sorors on the hearing panel or as ombudsmen. Additionally, although they are Central Region hearings, another Regional Legal Advisor will handle the actual hearing on my behalf. This is to avoid the appearance of any bias or impropriety as well as to dispel any notion or misconception that the disciplinary actions are the result of malice or harassment. ●
Misappropriation of Funds
Status: Hearing Scheduled 4/17/2021
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Dereliction of Duty/Violation of Fiduciary Duty
Status: Hearing Scheduled 4/17/2021
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Dereliction of Duty/Violation of Fiduciary Duty
Status: Hearing Scheduled 4/17/2021
V. Other/Miscellaneous Some take-aways this year: ●
The sorority has no direct governance over your chapter foundations; it is very important that you execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) each year to clearly set forth the roles and responsibilities of each organization to avoid future issues.
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Contracts should be submitted at least thirty (30) days prior to the event (even for virtual events if at all possible.
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Requesting assistance or mediation prior to escalating an internal chapter matter to a formal grievance is highly encouraged; the resulting implications can have lasting effects on your relationship as chapter members going forward.
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I want to extend kudos to Madam Syntakes Marshall and UCC Colton for creating an environment where education and transparency are key. We have engaged in extensive education and training for the Board as we have encountered each new and unexpected challenge this year. While this was not the year that most of us signed up for, I do believe wholeheartedly that we rose to the occasion and in turn, provided you, Central Region, with information and action steps in a timely, transparent and fair manner. That required a lot of late nights and more Zoom meetings than I ever care to repeat, but it was necessary as part of my reasonable service to the Region. I also want to thank the confirmed members of the Fact-Finding Committee and the rest of those who sought to serve on the DAT. Although we have been pretty silent this year, I do appreciate your willingness to serve. As we wind down this year and planning begins for next year, rest assured that you will receive your DAT training at the beginning of the year and any other necessary training as required. Fact-Finding Committee: Courtney Brooks, Dr. Fenobia (Penny) Dallas, Damita Ford-Vaugh, Chandra Foreman, April Gerhardt, Ayani Good, Catina Harris, Dr. Kimberly Martin, Angela Morgan, and Tiffany Paul It is a privilege to serve you in this role. I pray for our continued success as we move forward to our Centennial Celebration next year! Yours in Sigma Service,
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Supplemental Conference Report May 1, 2021 Greetings again, Sorors of Central Region! While I am not required to do so, I find it prudent to provide you with a supplemental conference report to both provide you with the updates reported on yesterday as well as to clarify some of the items within the original report (that were not raised to me until after the session ended), as well as those discussed throughout the day as they relate to the legal processes of the region (past and future). I.
Clarifications to the Original Report Dated April 2, 2021
II.
Legal Updates (April 2-April 30, 2021)
III.
Clarifications Regarding Items Discussed During Question Period
Clarifications to the Original Report Dated April 2, 2021:- Discipline As reported to the membership present at the Spring Financial Forum held on March 16, 2021, there was a grievance filed to address the issues that were previously reported to the membership during the Fall of 2020. The issues addressed by the grievance were those presented in the October 2020 correspondence to the membership as well as those presented during the Fall Financial Forum. That grievance was filed in December 2020. As reported by other officers, in the interim, after the grievance was filed, other information was discovered that indicated possible misconduct on the part of an immediate past officer. At that time, due to the nature of the alleged misconduct, namely misappropriation of funds in the amount of $186,200, this officer, after consultation with Madam Syntaktes, initiated disciplinary action. The notice of disciplinary action to the member (C&D), dated January 2021, included a statement that the forensic audit that was to be performed would serve as the fact-finding on this matter. As such, the Region’s fact-finding team was not engaged to investigate that matter. This was a “back of the house” decision and fully within the scope of process contained within our Code of Conduct. Once the financial audit was received (and shared with the membership present at the Spring Financial Forum), as well as other information received, this officer, after consultation with Madam Syntaktes, initiated disciplinary action against two other past officers for dereliction of duty and violation of fiduciary duty (notice of violation) in March 2021. Because the same information raised
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the alleged misconduct of these two officers, it served as fact-finding in those instances as well, and it was unnecessary to engage the Region’s fact-finding team, per our Code of Conduct. At that juncture, all three past officers received notice of a formal hearing that was scheduled for April 17, 2021 (as communicated in the original report). This information was also communicated at the Spring Financial Forum. Also included in that original report was the following: “In order to ensure that the sorors involved received fair and neutral hearings, the hearings do not contain any Central Region sorors on the hearing panel or as ombudsmen. Additionally, although they are Central Region hearings, another Regional Legal Advisor will handle the actual hearing on my behalf. This is to avoid the appearance of any bias or impropriety as well as to dispel any notion or misconception that the disciplinary actions are the result of malice or harassment.” As a result of these decisions, at no time was the Region’s fact-finding team engaged or otherwise participated in any part of these disciplinary actions. To be clear, the fact-finding team is never charged with determining the scope or direction of any disciplinary action that is initiated within the Region; when the fact-finding committee is convened by the Legal Advisor, it is then that they are directed to participate in disciplinary action. The fact-finding team is not automatically part of every discipline initiated in the Region and thus would not have “pre-knowledge” or not necessarily any knowledge of every discipline initiated in the Region. The same goes for hearings. If it is deemed prudent to move the hearing to another region or across regions (as happened here), that is not a decision made by the fact-finding team. As such, in instances where an outside investigation occurs and also where the hearing will take place outside of the Region, the fact-finding team does not participate or have knowledge of the proceedings. Further, they would not, in such instances, be privy to any of the investigative materials or documents related to such proceedings. Legal Updates (April 2-30, 2021) As my presentation yesterday indicated, there were several updates that occurred since the date of my report. Because you don’t have access to my presentation, I will include them for you in this supplemental report for your convenience.
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1) The number of Grievances received/reviewed/addressed increased to nine (9) as one was received earlier this week and disposed of. 2) This officer participated in mediations and other direct communication with sorors and chapters that allowed us the opportunity to deescalate matters and redirect sorors to the proper channels. 3) Additionally, this officer had the opportunity to participate as a co-investigator during the University’s process which allowed me to assess the gravity of the situation and not just rely on a written report to make the decision as to the further disciplinary process on our end. 4) I provided a high-level overview of the Sorority’s Disciplinary Process as detailed in the Code of Conduct for sorors who are unfamiliar and probably have never come into contact with it. Highlights are as follows: a. All active, inactive, general members and members-at-large are subject to and obligated to comply fully with Sigma’s Constitution, Bylaws, Standard Operating Procedures, Code of Conduct and other enacted policies and procedures regardless of their financial status. b. Additionally, all members are expected to abide by local, state and federal laws. c. Sigma has the authority to discipline members (active, inactive, general and membersat-large) who fail or refuse to comply with its governing rules and regulations, subject to a legal obligation to provide the basic requirements of procedural fairness. d. ALL members shall abide by all rules, policies and procedures including, but not limited to the sorority’s Constitution and Bylaws, Standard Operating Procedures, Ritual, the Code of Conduct, policy resolutions approved by the Grand Chapter, Directives of the International Board of Directors, International Grand Basileus and/or Regional Syntaktes, and such additional regulations as may be enacted in accordance with existing rules. e. ALL members are accountable for understanding and complying with Sigma’s policies, procedures and regulations. f.
ALL members shall understand all current policies, rules and regulations of the sorority.
g. ALL members shall conduct sorority business as prescribed by current policies, rules and regulations of the sorority. h. ALL members shall respect the dignity of all persons and will not physically, mentally or psychologically abuse or haze any human being nor allow themselves to be physically, mentally or psychologically abused or hazed.
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i.
ALL undergraduate members shall abide by those academic standards established by the college or university which they attend.
j.
ALL members are expected to abide by the policies and regulations that govern the duties, responsibilities and conduct explicitly or implicitly described in the university’s publications.
k. ALL members are expected to abide by their respective state, local and municipal statutes. l.
Any member found to have committed any of the misconduct found in Article I of the Code of Conduct, including but not specifically limited to the conduct listed, is subject to the disciplinary sanctions outlined in the Code.
m. In the circumstances where the alleged violation also involves a violation of the law or of the educational institution’s policies, the following applies: n. University disciplinary proceedings may be instituted against a member charged with a violation of a law that may also be a violation of the Code or the university’s disciplinary policy – in that case, proceedings under the sorority’s Disciplinary Action Policy may be carried out prior to, simultaneously with, or following civil or criminal proceedings off-campus. o. The sorority will cooperate fully with law enforcement and other agencies upon request. p. Article II of the Code of Conduct contains the Disciplinary Action Policy. q. The International Grand Basileus, International 1st Grand-Anti-Basileus and Regional Syntaktes shall discipline members as provided in the Code, and such disciplinary action, when properly imposed upon members, shall be honored and held binding pending appeal. r. Decisions made by the International Grand Basileus and Regional Syntaktes shall be final pending the appellate hearing process described by the Code. s. The International Board of Directors shall review any recommendation for member expulsion or charter revocation for final review and confirmation. t.
Disciplinary Actions under the Authority of the Regional Syntaktes:
u. Letter of reprimand on the regional/international level v. Probation w. Suspension x. Restitution y. Fines
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z. Mandatory Trainings and/or Registration and Attendance at Sorority Meetings aa. More than one discipline can be imposed for a single incident bb. Recommendation for expulsion to the International Board of Directors 5) I provided updates on new discipline cases that have arisen since the date of the report as follows: Chapter Name
Type of Violation
Status
Eta Psi
COVID-19, T.O.R.C.H.
Notice of Violation issued
Eta Psi
Code of Conduct, Alcohol & Drug
Cease & Desist pending receipt of
Policy,
official
COVID-19, Social Media, Violations
University investigation report
of University Policy Gamma Zeta
COVID-19, T.O.R.C.H.
Notice of Violation issued
Xi Beta
COVID-19, T.O.R.C.H.
Notice of Violation issued
Xi Beta Advisor
COVID-19, T.O.R.C.H.
Notice of Violation issued
6) Additionally, I provided updates to the discipline that was reported on in the original report as follows:
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Type of Violation
Finding by the Hearing Panel
Status
Misappropriation of Funds - $186,200
Substantiated
Madam Syntaktes has accepted the hearing panel’s recommendation for the member’s expulsion that will go
(1 member)
before the International Board of Directors. This will be considered at the IBOD meeting after the appeal period has been exhausted. We will not know the final outcome until after the IBOD considers the recommendation.
Dereliction of Duty/Violation of Fiduciary Duty (2 members)
Substantiated
Madam Syntaktes has accepted the hearing panel’s recommendation for a 2year suspension of these members. We will not know the final outcome until after the appeal period has been exhausted.
a. Madam Syntaktes provided the additional update that fines/restitution were also levied against the two sorors for whom dereliction of duty and violation of fiduciary duty were substantiated in the amount of $5,000 and $7,500 respectively. 7) I provided national legal updates as they related to recommendations for (a) a new Code of Conduct that will give more flexibility that would allow for more equity in the sanctions and (b) a new risk management committee that would give more support to the legal advisors and create a national legal team. 8) In final thoughts, I urged sorors to hang in there with the COVID restrictions currently in place just a while longer until we can all safely gather together and to be on the watch for new guidelines as promised by Madam Grand on July 1, 2021.
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Clarifications Regarding Items Discussed During Question Period 1) Sorors asked for the identity of the 3 sorors who received discipline as a result of the hearings. Response: Immediate Past Tamiochus (misappropriation), Immediate Past Grammateus (dereliction of duty/violation of fiduciary duty, $5,000 fine/restitution), Immediate Past Syntaktes (dereliction of duty/violation of fiduciary duty, $7,500 fine/restitution). I additionally clarified that the notification of hearing findings letters were sent out on April 29, 2021. 2) Sorors asked whether the sanctions go into effect immediately. Response: As noted in the Code, sorors who have been issued disciplinary sanctions have the right to petition for an appeal within 30 days. It is up to the First Grand whether or not to grant the appeal if it falls within the reasons for allowing an appeal as listed in the Code. Once the appeals process has been exhausted, the sanction of expulsion goes before the International Board of Directors for confirmation as required; the others would become final. 3) Sorors asked whether there will be restitution sought for the misappropriated funds. Response (part I): The sanction for misappropriation per our Bylaws is expulsion. Once a member has been expelled, we no longer have any jurisdiction over that person and cannot require restitution. Response (part II): The matter will be referred to the local authorities, specifically the US District Attorney in Michigan, who will then decide whether or not to pursue this matter. It will be our request for criminal charges with restitution; if restitution is part of a criminal sentence, it is pursuant to court order and cannot be discharged in a bankruptcy, unlike a civil judgment. Additionally, we would have to pay to pursue a civil matter, but we would not have to pay to have law enforcement pursue a criminal matter. The matter would be pursued prior to the end of the appeals process. 4) As previously communicated at the Spring Financial Forum, the Central Region Board had previously voted to pursue legal action if the hearing resulted in a finding of misappropriation of funds, which was also reported in the Board’s substantive actions report. We will strive to strategically collaborate with the NBOD as it considers legal recourse as well. 5) I also reminded sorors that, for the finding of misappropriation, all conduct is alleged until otherwise proven in a court of law. The result of our internal processes has concluded that it is more likely than not that this conduct occurred as there was no evidence presented to the contrary.
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It is my hope that this supplemental report will clarify the presentation from yesterday. If you have any further questions that are unanswered here, please feel free to reach out to me using the contact information above and I will be more than happy to address your questions. Yours in Sigma Service,
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Monique L. Merriweather, Central Region National Programs Coordinator [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com Greetings Sorors and Affiliates of Central Region: We are officially on our Road to Centennial! I am excited to share a snapshot of our service progress from July to December 2020: Service Type Combined Service Programs Planning Hours Overall Total
July – Sept
October
November
December
July-Dec Total
1,468.15
1,069.92
1,106.54
1,318.38
4,962.99
804.30 2,272.45
682 1,751.92
534 2,174.54
924.94 2,243.32
2,945.24 8,442.23
The following chapters have “Unmasked Greatness and submitted service hours EVERY MONTH during the first half of the 2020 – 2021 Sorority year: Undergraduate Chapters: Epsilon Beta, Gamma Pi, Zeta Phi Graduate Chapters: Alpha Sigma, Alpha Lambda Sigma, Delta Omega Sigma, Delta Omicron Sigma, Delta Sigma, Epsilon Lambda Sigma, Epsilon Sigma Sigma, Eta Delta Sigma, Eta Epsilon Sigma, Eta Xi Sigma, Gamma Pi Sigma, Lambda Chi Sigma, Mu Zeta Sigma, Central Region Members-At-Large Pearls of Wisdom for a successful submission: 1. Go to the central region website www.sgrhocentral.org or the national website www.sgrho1922.org You can apply for an account or enter hours there. 2. Make sure all chapter and affiliate members have their own Golden Service account. Total service hours are calculated from individual entries. 3. Assign a Golden Service Ambassador that can assist with imputing hours after each event. Reach out to your seasoned Sorors and cultured pearls with recording hours. 4. Directly after each induction class (T.O.R.C.H., Philo and Rhoer) assist new members apply for their Golden Service Account. 5. Set aside time at each chapter meeting to record service hours. 6. Record service hours on Leading the Way Wednesdays. For assistance with obtaining an account, contact [email protected]. If you have any technical concerns, please email [email protected]. If there are any concerns including how to quantify time, implement Essential programs, or qualify activities for golden service hours, please contact me as soon as possible. In Sigma Service, Soror Monique L. Merriweather Central Region Centennial National Programs Coordinator
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Appendix B: Financial Officer Reports Central Region Financial Reports
Sorority Year 2020-2021 Compiled for the period July 1, 2020 through March 31, 2021 Presented by: Soror Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Grammateus Soror Debbie Wilburn, Central Region Tamiochus
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Appendix C: Recommendations Committee Report & Bylaws, Policies, and Procedures Committee Reports Recommendations Committee Report
National Bylaws & SOP Recommendations Bylaws, Policies, and Procedures Committee Report Regional Bylaws Recommendations
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Delta Sigma
Delta Sigma
Delta Sigma
1
2
3
No. Submitted from Committee/ Chapter
Current Language
Proposed Language
National Standard Operating During the year of the Boule, the Regional Procedures, Regional Conference of each region shall convene Regulations, Section 6.512 prior to June 1.
National Bylaws, Article VII During the year of a Boule the Regional Section 701(A)(7) Conference of each Region shall convene prior to May 1.
Discard
Move to adopt and refer
Committee Disposition
During the year of the Boule, the Regional Conference of each region shall convene prior to May 1 and shall be a virtual conference.
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During the year of a Boule the Regional Conference of each Region shall convene prior to May 1 and shall be a virtual conference.
Add “and shall be a virtual conference” after “1”
Every member shall pay a one-time Headquarters Building Assessment payable to Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc.
Headquarters Building Assessment.
National Bylaws, Article III Headquarters Building Assessment. Strike “As of July 1, 2002” Section 305(D) As of July 1, 2002, every member shall pay a Strike “Seven Pearls Foundation” and one-time Headquarters Building Assessment insert “Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, payable directly to Seven Pearls Foundation. Inc.”
Section to be Added or Amended
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NATIONAL BYLAWS & STANDING OPERATING PROCEDURES
Proposed National Bylaws & SOPs and Central Region Bylaws Recommendations 81st Regional Conference (April 28-May 2, 2021)
Delta Sigma
Delta Sigma
1
2
Chapter Assessment. As of July 1, 2002, every
Article III Section
305(D) Foundation” and insert
Strike “Seven Pearls
Strike “As of July 1, 2002”
Proposed Language
of financial resources, time away from work or family. By hosting a virtual conference in a Boule year, it will increase member
Region shall convene prior to May 1.
Region shall convene prior to
Regional Conference of each
During the year of a Boule the
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resources and increase member satisfaction.
participation and result in a more efficient utilization of financial
attend Regional Conference or a Boule in the same year because
701(A)(7)
conference” after “1”
Regional Conference of each
Article VII Section
Members are often faced with the critical decision of deciding to
During the year of a Boule the Add “and shall be a virtual
Sorority Inc.
to Sigma Gamma Rho
Building Assessment payable
one-time Headquarters
Every member shall pay a
Assessment.
Headquarters Building
Sorority, Inc.”
Building Assessment Fund.
get updated, accurate, and timely reports on the Headquarters
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc., and allow the membership to
This will allow the management of this fund to be handled by
Rationale
National Bylaws,
to Seven Pearls Foundation.
Assessment payable directly
Headquarters Building
member shall pay a one-time “Sigma Gamma Rho
Headquarters Building
Current Language
National Bylaws,
or Amended
from
Committee/
Section to be Added
No. Submitted
Proposed National Bylaws & SOPs and Central Region Bylaws Recommendations 81st Regional Conference (April 28-May 2, 2021)
3
Delta Sigma the Regional Conference of
6.512
Regulations, Section prior to June 1.
Members are often faced with the critical decision of deciding to
virtual conference.
prior to May 1 and shall be a
each region shall convene
the Regional Conference of
During the year of the Boule,
“1”
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resources and increase member satisfaction.
participation and result in a more efficient utilization of financial
a virtual conference in a Boule year, it will increase member
“May” and add “and shall be attend Regional Conference or a Boule in the same year because of financial resources, time away from work or family. By hosting a virtual conference” after
During the year of the Boule, Strike “June” and insert
Procedures, Regional each region shall convene
Operating
National Standard
conference.
May 1 and shall be a virtual
Proposed National Bylaws & SOPs and Central Region Bylaws Recommendations 81st Regional Conference (April 28-May 2, 2021)
Committee Disposition
Adopt
Adopt and Amend
No.
4
5
strike "national" in paragraph B
AND
strike "the Regional Syntaktes or" after “Under no circumstances can the”
AND
Note: We’ll only present this separately if it’s removed from the bundle strike "Until the Region adopts a motion to the contrary,"
Bundle Adopt
Committee Recommendation
“Regional meetings are intended to be held as in-person meetings. Under no circumstances can the Regional Board decide to hold a virtual meeting unless external circumstances beyond the control of the region forces the region to meet virtually. Such circumstances could include, but are not limited to: A. The hotel suddenly closing or being in an unusable condition and there is insufficient time to change the venue;
If adopted, the section will read :
If Adopted, the Amended Language will Read
Regional Chapter. The Committee recommendations are listed below.
Since the recommendation only gives the Regional Board the authority to determine if such an exception exists, the Regional Syntaktes doesn’t need to be singularly identified.
This is redundant language that unnecessarily states what is already true and, therefore doesn't need to be included this recommendation.
Committee Rationale, Corrections, and/or Notes
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The Regional Bylaws, Policies & Procedures Committee prepared the following proposed bylaw amendments to be presented to
May 1, 2021
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add paragraph "E. Exigent financial circumstances beyond the Region's the control."
AND
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Under these circumstances the Regional Board can, by two-thirds vote, vote to meet virtually. Such a meeting will be considered a regular meeting of the region that complies with the bylaw provision that the region hold annual regional meetings. There must be every reasonable effort to meet the national obligations of the region to the Boule (Philo First Lady Pageant, Annie Neville, Display, Scrapbook, etc). In addition, at a minimum, the platform used must allow for simultaneous aural and visual communication. The platform used must accommodate those who wish or who have to dial into the meeting, understanding that those who
B. An emergency that prohibits public meetings or which makes travel risky and dangerous; C. A natural disaster like an earthquake or tornado that makes travel to the venue risky and dangerous; D. Civil unrest that may endanger the lives of members traveling to that particular area. E. Exigent financial circumstances beyond the Region's the control.
Dr. Alaina Jackson, Bylaws Policy, & Procedures Committee Chair
The Region's current financial circumstances makes it clear that the Region also needs to be able to respond to financial emergencies should they arise.
Deleing “national” allows for greater flexibility in case the emergency isn't national but is more geographically localized and still requires emergent action by the Board.
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Adopt
Adopt and Amend
6
7
AND
Note: We’ll only present this separately if it’s removed from the bundle strike "financial" in the Committee’s name and as, a conforming change, change the name of the committee to “Executive Committee” everywhere else it's named throughout all of the governing documents.
Bundle Adopt
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“Section 8. Board Committees. The Board shall appoint the following committees to assist in the performance of duties. A. The Executive Committee will be established to manage the operations of the Region. The chair shall be the Tamiochus. Committee members shall include the Syntaktes, the UCC,
If adopted, the section will read
do so may have limited participation functionality. The platform used must provide for anonymous voting. The election of officers must be able to accommodate all attendees, including those attending by phone and provide for anonymous voting for all attendees. Other rules governing the way virtual meetings will be held may be adopted at the beginning of the virtual conference, much like Standing Rules are adopted at an inperson conference.”
Dr. Alaina Jackson, Bylaws Policy, & Procedures Committee Chair
The nature of the work goes beyond financial and includes broader operational responsibilities and oversight and, given the responsibilities listed in paragraph #1, we suggest a name that is more befitting of the committee's entire scope of work)
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add paragraph "5. To make a report at regular Board meetings of its activities since the last Board meeting."
AND
add, after “Legal Advisor.”, "The YSC shall serve as an exofficio member of this committee in an advising capacity to ensure inclusion of undergraduate concerns."
AND
insert, after “Legal Advisor.”, “The Parliamentarian shall serve as an ex-officio member of this committee in an advising capacity to ensure compliance with our governing documents";
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the Grammateus and the Legal Advisor. The Parliamentarian shall serve as an ex-officio member of this committee in an advising capacity to ensure compliance with our governing documents. The YSC shall serve as an ex-officio member of this committee in an advising capacity to ensure inclusion of undergraduate concerns. The purpose of the committee will be to act on behalf of the Regional Board of Directors between meetings of the Board to address urgent situations. The Committee shall: 1. Review matters referred to the regional organization and prepare plans for action. 2. Monitor the budget and make recommendations to the Regional Board of Directors for the adjustment of budget lines as necessary. 3. The committee shall refer to the Board for approval of the disbursement of funds for capital expenditures, contractual commitments and expenditures in excess of the maximum threshold as set by the board.
Dr. Alaina Jackson, Bylaws Policy, & Procedures Committee Chair
While, it is understood that Board committees already must report to the Board and are limited in their ability to act on behalf of the Board, we think making the minimum expectation of reporting to the Board clear is best for consistency and transparency.
This will allow the YSC to learn the operations of the Region and can serve as an educational board experience that leverages future leadership opportunities within the sorority.
Including the Regional Parliamentarian should serve as policy safeguard to ensure proactive compliance with our governing documents.
Note: If adopted, the name for the Committee in recommendation #6 changes.
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Adopt and Amend
add to #3 “Nationally recognized certification in spreadsheet software is preferred.”
insert "a professional spreadsheet software such as" in front of "Microsoft Office Excel" in item #3
add “similar” in front of “office” in item #2
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4. Have attended a minimum of two Central Region Conferences and one Boule of the two most recent held.”
3. Have advanced to expert skills in a professional spreadsheet software such as" in front of Microsoft Office Excel and other database management systems. Nationally recognized certification in spreadsheet software is preferred.
“2. Have held similar office in her local chapter for at least one term and/or have at least 2 years of data management experience.
If adopted, the section will read:
4. Meet on a monthly basis or more frequently, if needed. 5. To make a report at regular Board meetings of its activities since the last Board meeting.”
Dr. Alaina Jackson, Bylaws Policy, & Procedures Committee Chair
Including a standard of measurement for the preferential experiences associated with this role can provides guidance without being limiting and promote a higher quality candidate pool, but do so without restrictive language.
In case the Region changes software, having broader language won’t limit us to one type of software.
Adding “similar” will ensure some level of previous experience which is relevant to the role as a prerequisite for office.
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Adopt and Amend
Adopt
Adopt
Discard
9
10
11
12
Discard
Adopt
Note: We’ll only present this separately if it’s removed from the bundle
Bundle Adopt
add to #3 “Nationally recognized certification in generally accepted accounting principles is preferred.”
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4. Have attended a minimum of two Central Region Conferences and one Boule of the two most recent held.”
3. Be knowledgeable about investments, financial planning, tax reporting and budget development. Must have advanced computer skills including Microsoft Excel, accounting software, and database management programs. Nationally recognized certification in generally accepted accounting principles is preferred.
If amended, the section will read: “2. Have held a similar office in her local chapter and a minimum 2 years work experience in the area of financial management, accounting & generally accepted accounting principles.
Dr. Alaina Jackson, Bylaws Policy, & Procedures Committee Chair
For this to be adopted, conforming changes are needed to Article 5, Section 2, but weren't offered.
Including a standard of measurement for the preferential experiences associated with this role can provides guidance without being limiting and promote a higher quality candidate pool, but do so without restrictive language.
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Adopt
Adopt
Adopt
Adopt
Discard
Adopt and Amend
14
15
16
17
18
add "Printed" before “Central Region Bylaws”
AND
delete the proposed amendment to “delete: Central Region Bylaws: $5.00”
Discard
Adopt
Adopt
Note: We’ll only present this separately if it’s removed from the bundle
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Bundle Adopt
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Free electronic copies of bylaws (minus any proprietary information) will be available to the membership.”
“Printed Central Region Bylaws: $5.00.
If adopted, the section will read:
Dr. Alaina Jackson, Bylaws Policy, & Procedures Committee Chair
Note: Despite the rationale offered, this recommendation doesn't change the timing or conditions under which an audit will take place or even ensure that there'll be an audit to distribute at every area meeting. However, it will allow for the membership to receive the audit earlier than usual IF is ready to share. This proposed recommendation seeks to amend language that no longer exists. Having the option to purchase a printed copy of the Bylaws, while not profitable for the Region, allows the Region to meet the needs of its members experiencing a digital divide.
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Adopt and Amend
Strike: $200.00 $175.00 $150.00 $100.00 200+ Members 150-199 Members 100-149 Members 75-99 Members
Under: One-Time Chapter Centennial Assessments: Alumnae Chapter-Per Chapter sliding scale assessment based on chapter membership as of 6/30/21
AND
AND Under: One-Time Individual Centennial Assessment: Strike “$50” and insert “$25” before “per Soror” and insert “alumna” before “Soror” Delete “$25 per Philo Affiliate” Delete “$10 per Rhoer Affiliate”
Insert: “(with 60-day grace period)” before “as part of the 2021-2022 sorority year.”
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10 or less Members 11-21 Members 22-49 Members 50-74 Members 75-99 Members 100-149 Members 150-199 Members $1000 200+ Members”
$75 $100 $200 $350 $500 $750 $800
One-Time Chapter Centennial Assessments: Alumnae Chapter - Per chapter sliding scale assessment based on chapter membership as of 06/30/2021.
One-Time Individual Centennial Assessment: $25.00 per Soror $55.00 per Member-At-Large $80.00 per General Member
“One-Time Centennial Assessment: Assessment shall be due & payable July 1, 2021 (with 60-day grace period) as part of the 2021-2022 Sorority Year dues & assessments.
If adopted, the section will read:
Dr. Alaina Jackson, Bylaws Policy, & Procedures Committee Chair
The Philos and Rhoers assessments have been removed because we feel our affiliates do not receive the same level of benefits as Sigma members receive and therefore, should not be responsible for funding Centennial activities and pledge commitment. Additionally, this alleviates the financial strain on those households where there are both sorors, Philos and/or Rhoers in the same family.
The Committee believes that, given the short notice of this assessment, $25 is a more reasonable amount that is less likely to cause sorors an undue burden.
To alleviate the financial strain this may cause our undergraduate sorors, we propose to delete the individual soror assessments.
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Soror Alaina Jackson, Regional Parliamentarian (Rho Sigma Chapter) Soror Tammy Clark (Zeta Iota Sigma Chapter) Soror Tiffany Gore (Theta Chi Sigma Chapter) Soror Tanya Jefferson (Gamma Pi Sigma Chapter) Soror Artisha Lawson (Rho Sigma Chapter) Soror Ashlei Ross (Eta Xi Sigma Chapter) Soror Angela Tucker, M.D. (Delta Omicron Sigma Chapter) Soror Kenya Wafford (Lambda Chi Sigma Chapter)
AND Strike $25.00 per Undergraduate Chapter Strike $25.00 per Philo Chapter Strike $10.00 per Rhoer Club
And Insert: $75 10 or less Members $100 11-21 Members $200 22-49 Members $350 50-74 Members $500 75-99 Members $750 100-149 Members $800 150-199 Members $1000 200+ Members
$75.00 less than 75 Members
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Dr. Alaina Jackson, Bylaws Policy, & Procedures Committee Chair
Increasing the chapter assessments will help offset the impact of the proposed deletion of the individual affiliate assessments and the proposed reduction of the individual soror assessments. However, in an effort to not burden smaller chapters, the Committee is also proposing a revised scale for the chapter assessment, which is based on smaller increments of chapter size in acknowledgement of the likely difference in chapter resources.
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CENTRAL REGION BYLAWS
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5
4
Central Region
Central Region
Bylaws, Article
III
Board of
Directors
III, Section 1
Central Region
s Committee
Recommendation Bylaws, Article
Central Region
Nebraska, Ohio and Wisconsin, the
Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri,
states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas,
the geographical area which includes the
Central Region is composed of chapters in
None
members and members-at-large.
officers living in Central Region, life
Executive Board, elected national
voting members of the regional
undergraduate expansion delegates,
elected chapter delegates, regional
to be held as in-person meetings. Under no
contrary, regional meetings are intended
Until the Region adopts a motion to the
Add Section 6
life members and members-at-large.
national officers living in Central Region,
the regional Executive Board, elected
expansion delegates, voting members of
chapter delegates, regional undergraduate
delegate assembly shall consist of elected
annually during the weekend. This
be a delegate assembly, which convenes
country of Germany, and other areas as convenes annually during the weekend. designated by the National Board of This delegate assembly shall consist of Directors. The Central Regional Body shall
shall be a delegate assembly, which
Directors. The Central Regional Body
designated by the National Board of
and Wisconsin, and other areas as
Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio
Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan,
the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa,
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control. The proposed language provides a
feasible due to external factors beyond our
convene when an in-person convening isn’t
Region needs a method by which it may still
The coronavirus of 2020 has taught us that the
founding.
Central Region is composed of chapters Insert “the country of Germany” between Inserting “the country of Germany” as the chapter has been a part of the Region since its in the geographical area which includes “Wisconsin” and “and other”
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format of the annual regional conference.
circumstances beyond the control of the
that complies with the bylaw provision
considered a regular meeting of the region
meet virtually. Such a meeting will be
Board can, by two-thirds vote, vote to
Under these circumstances the Regional
area.
of members traveling to that particular
D. Civil unrest that may endanger the lives
risky and dangerous;
tornado that makes travel to the venue
C. A natural disaster like an earthquake or
risky and dangerous;
public meetings or which makes travel
B. A national emergency that prohibits
insufficient time to change the venue;
an unusable condition and there is
A. The hotel suddenly closing or being in
not limited to:
Such circumstances could include, but are
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without permanently changing the current
virtual meeting unless external region forces the region to meet virtually.
allow for such a decision to be made and do so
or the Regional Board decide to hold a
circumstances can the Regional Syntaktes narrowly defined set of circumstances that
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Bylaws, Article V appoint an auditor to audit all regional
Budget &
The Regional Executive Board shall
Central Region
Central Region
Delete current language and insert.
adopted at an in-person conference.
conference, much like Standing Rules are
adopted at the beginning of the virtual
way virtual meetings will be held may be
for all attendees. Other rules governing the
phone and provide for anonymous voting
attendees, including those attending by
must be able to accommodate all
anonymous voting. The election of officers
The platform used must provide for
have limited participation functionality.
understanding that those who do so may
have to dial into the meeting,
accommodate those who wish or who
communication. The platform used must
for simultaneous aural and visual
minimum, the platform used must allow
Scrapbook, etc). In addition, at a
Pageant, Annie Neville, Display,
the region to the Boule (Philo First Lady
effort to meet the national obligations of
meetings. There must be every reasonable
that the region hold annual regional
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7
Regional
Executive Board
Finance
Committee
Section 8
of Directors -
Bylaws, Article V
Budget &
1.
plans for action.
regional organization and prepare
Review matters referred to the
Committee shall:
address urgent situations. The
between meetings of the Board to
the Regional Board of Directors
committee will be to act on behalf of
Legal Advisor. The purpose of the
the UCC, the Grammateus and the
members shall include the Syntaktes,
shall be the Tamiochus. Committee
operations of the Region. The chair
will be established to manage the
A. The Financial Executive Committee
assist in the performance of duties.
shall appoint the following committees to
Section 8. Board Committees. The Board
Add Section 8
be performed annually.
Tamiocus or Grammateus. None
regional financial records. An audit must
the office of Regional Syntaktes,
Section 7
Central Region
Budget and Finance Committee, to audit all
years or whenever there is a change in
of Directors -
Central Region
appoint an auditor, as recommended by the
Executive Board audit must be performed every two
The Regional Executive Board shall
Committee
financial records. At a minimum, an
Regional
Finance
embezzlement.
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internal audits helps prevent theft, fraud &
achieve its objectives. Performing quarterly
region's ability to execute on its strategies and
unexpected events are to adversely affect the
the control environment, the less likely
procedures and internal controls. The better
regional and chapter standard operating
region can assess the level of compliance to
The internal audit is a mechanism by which the
provide an extra level of financial oversight.
An financial executive committee would
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Bylaws, Article
VII, Section 4
Budget &
Finance
Committee
Central Region
Central Region
3.
2.
1.
ability to use computers, both
Have intermediate to expert
chapter.
Have held office in her local
management systems.
Microsoft Office Excel and other database
3. Have advanced to expert skills in
years of data management experience.
standing with her chapter, regional and national bodies.
at least one term and/or have at least 2
2. Have held office in her local chapter for
levels.
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and practice on the Regional & International
candidate is familiar with financial reporting
attended Regionals and Boule ensures the
description of the position and having
the role. Changing verbiage to a more updated
Delete current language for nos. 2, 3 and Adding work experience will confirm the ability of the candidate to conduct the duty of 4 and insert.
more frequently, if needed.
Meet on a monthly basis or
as set by the board.
excess of the maximum threshold
commitments and expenditures in
expenditures, contractual
disbursement of funds for capital
Board for approval of the
The committee shall refer to the
necessary.
adjustment of budget lines as
Board of Directors for the
recommendations to the Regional
Monitor the budget and make
Be a graduate soror in good
Grammateus shall:
a. Candidates for Regional
Secretary)
Regional Grammateus (Financial
4.
3.
2.
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Bylaws, Article
VII, Section 5
Budget &
Finance
Committee
Central Region
Central Region
Process.
Be certified in the T.O.R.C.H.
Conferences.
two Central Regional
Have attended a minimum of
management systems.
3.
2.
1.
shall:
chapter and a minimum 2 years work
regional and national bodies.
ability to use computers,
have intermediate to expert
and budget development. Must
investments, financial planning,
Be knowledgeable about
management.
computer skills including Microsoft Excel,
budget development. Must have advanced
financial planning, tax reporting and
3. Be knowledgeable about investments,
local chapter and a background management, accounting & generally in auditing or financial accepted accounting principles.
Have held a similar office in her experience in the area of financial
2. Have held a similar office in her local
4 and insert.
standing with her chapter,
Be a graduate soror in good
a. Candidates for Regional Tamiochus
levels.
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and practice on the Regional & International
candidate is familiar with financial reporting
attended Regionals and Boule ensures the
description of the position and having
the role. Changing verbiage to a more updated
ability of the candidate to conduct the duty of
Delete current language for nos. 2, 3 and Adding work experience will confirm the
of the two most recent held.
packages as word processing
Regional Tamiochus
5.
4.
Central Region Conferences and one Boule
laptops, and such software programs, e-mail and data
4. Have attended a minimum of two
personal computers and
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Bylaws, Article
VIII – Duties of
Officers, Section
Budget &
Finance
Committee
1 – 13., 15. & 17.
Central Region
10 Central Region
Process.
Be certified in the T.O.R.C.H.
Conferences.
two Central Regional
Have attended a minimum of
management programs.
insert.
Delete current language for no. 17 and
of the two most recent held.
Central Region Conferences and one Boule
4. Have attended a minimum of two
rarely ever written and geographically would
Operating Procedures. In addition, checks are
This will align the bylaws with the Standard
co- sign checks.
Tamiochus the Grammateus may
In the absence of the Syntaktes or
checks along with the Tamiochus.
disbursement of funds and sign all
17. Countersign all requests for
due.
per capita tax or other assessments
15. Notify all chapters in the region of Grammateus and Tamiochus.
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be impossible to obtain two signatures on 13. Exercise general supervision over 17. Responsible to review and approve all vouchers for disbursements along with the checks written. the budget.
a. The Regional Syntaktes shall:
Regional Syntaktes
5.
4.
management programs.
programs as word processing, spreadsheets and data
accounting software, and database
including such software
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6, 1. to 10.
5.
4.
3.
2. Quickbooks.
banks as approved by the
regional funds as approved by
procedures for disbursement of
Follows the approved
by close of the fiscal year.
preparing the books for audit
financial transactions and
responsible for completing all
Regional Conference. Is
within 30 days after the
Regional Conference report
Is responsible for preparing the
conference.
reports for the regional
Syntaktes and prepare annual
Make quarterly reports to the
later than 60 days after the close of the
system, preparing the books for audit no
transactions in a computerized accounting
8. Responsible for recording all financial
60 days of the Regional Conference.
Conference budget vs actual report within
4. Responsible for preparing the Regional
the regional conference.
Directors and prepare annual reports for
to the Syntaktes and Regional Board of
3. At a minimum make quarterly reports
days of receipt of funds.
the Executive Board within 10 business
accounts in such banks as approved by
2. Deposit all monies in appropriate
computerized accounting system such as
appropriate accounts in such Executive Board.
of receipts and disbursements in a
Grammateus and keep accurate records
disbursements. Deposit all monies in
1. Receive all monies from the
Add no. 8.
and 4 and insert.
Delete current language of nos. 1, 2, 3
records of receipts and
Grammateus and keep accurate
Officers, Section
Committee
Finance
Bylaws, Article a. The Regional Tamiochus shall: VIII – Duties of 1. Receive all monies from the
Central Region Regional Tamiochus
Budget &
11 Central Region
3.
2.
1.
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annual reports and audits.
assures accuracy and preparation for
This provides best practices and
financial management decisions.
provides leadership tools to make
and provides a systematic review and
Periodic financial reports are timely
risk of misplacement
A timeframe for deposits provides less
tax requirements. More specifically:
financial best practices and the reporting and
needed to bring it in line with emerging
A revamp of the responsibilities of this office is
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Bylaws, Article
XI, Section 5
Budget &
Finance
Committee
Central Region
IX Section 2
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the financial officer’s ability to pay bills for the
Tamiochus and composed of the
standard operating procedures. Without
Grammateus & Tamiochus by virtue of the changing this responsibility, we would delay
insert.
Delete out current language of no. 3 and This function is designated to the Syntaktes,
regional officers.
sorority's national foundations are not
b. These regional representatives to the
receive a per capita assessment.
future national sorority foundations that
representative to serve on all existing and
a. Central Region will elect a
foundation representatives.
shall be chaired by the Regional
a. The Budget and Finance Committee
Committee
Section 5. Budget and Finance
regional officers.
sorority's national foundations are not
b. These regional representatives to the
appointed by the Regional Syntaktes.
representative elected by the region or
assessment shall have a regional
foundations that receive a per capita
and insert.
By Laws, Article bylaws, all national sorority
operationally efficient by electing all regional
Delete current language of paragraph a The region will be able more consistent and
Chapter.
Be bonded by the Regional
Finance Committee.
Serve as chair of the Budget and
state tax returns by established due date.
Central Region a. In accordance with the national
13 Central Region
12 Delta Sigma
7.
6.
Regional Syntaktes.
the signed approval of the
from this procedure must have
and balances. Any deviation
order to ensure proper checks
the Regional Executive Board in fiscal year and filing the appropriate IRS &
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Bylaws, Article
XII, Sections 4
Budget &
Finance
Committee
Central Region
14 Central Region
Recommend an auditing firm to
delegated by the Syntaktes.
Assume other duties as
Executive Board.
same for approval by the
transactions and present the
forms required for financial
Develop vouchers and other
reimbursement.
receipts and decide on
Chapters failing to pay fees by
grace period of ninety (90) days.
Chapter fees shall be due July 1 with a
Delete “ninety (90)” and insert “sixty Delete “September” and insert “August”
60)” between “by” and “30”
Review submitted expenses and
region.
serve as the auditor for the
the Regional Executive Board to
Section 4. Due Dates
5.
4.
3.
2.
Chapter.
Board and the Regional
submit a report to the Executive
Prepare an annual budget and
executive board and the regional chapter.
the responsibility of this committee to: 1.
matters for the benefit of the regional
appointed by the Syntaktes. It shall be
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business of the region including Area Meeting.
Enable the region to have funds to conduct the
month.
Grammateus and three other members 3. Provide recommendations on financial region, as the committee only meets once per
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Bylaws, Article
XII, Sections 5
Budget &
Finance
Committee
Central Region
15 Central Region
Section 4. Due Dates
Delete current language of paragraph a
Grammateus.
region shall be paid to the Regional
paid. All chapter assessments due to the
with the region until all chapter fees are
a fine. A chapter shall be non-financial
failing to pay fees by August 30 shall pay
3.
2.
1.
Grammateus and Tamiochus.
with receipts, but no later
twenty (21) days of travel date
submitted no later than
reimbursement, shall be
All vouchers, for
date or purchase date with
thirty (30) days after the travel
shall be submitted no later than
All vouchers for reimbursement
made by the Syntaktes),
the lowest advertised airfare for the travel dates.
Syntaktes (UCC for purchases
reviewed and approved by the
Regional expenditures shall be
should not exceed the cost of 3.
a.
Section 5. Regional Expenditures
Mileage reimbursement
reimbursement shall be used.
The IRS standards for mileage
Budget and Finance Committee.
decided by the Syntaktes and
a. Regional expenditures shall be and no. 3 and insert.
Section 5. Regional Expenditures
Grammateus.
shall be paid to the Regional
region until all chapter fees are paid. All Chapter fees shall be due July 1 with a chapter assessments due to the region grace period of sixty (60) days. Chapters
chapter shall be non-financial with the
September 30 shall pay a fine. A
followed.
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Board Policies that are currently being
regional expenditures with the Central Region
The new language syncs the approval of
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16 Zeta Eta Sigma
referred by the Regional Board to be professionally audited with a request to
Regulations add
section 8
Assessments
Individual
Appendix A
Assessments:
Fees and
XII: Section 3
$50.00 per General Member
$50.00 per Central Region Member
$25.00 per Member-at-Large
$15.00 per Rhoer Affiliate
$25.00 per Philo Affiliate
Central Region Member”
Strike “$50” and add “$55” before “per
Member-at-Large”
Strike “$25” and add “$30” before “per
Soror”
Bylaws, Article $20.00 per Soror
Strike “$20” and add “$25” before “per
Central Regional Individual Assessments
improvements suggested.
a management letter, comments and
membership at Area Meetings along with
will be communicated to the Regional
A. The audited financial statement opinion
procedures.
accounting, reporting and collection
improvement of the Region’s internal
the auditor for recommendations for the
and the Regional Tamiochus shall be
XII Financial
Add Section 8 The reports of the Regional Grammateus
None
Bylaws, Article
Central Region
of any fiscal year.
paid. 3
receipts, but no later than June 15th
than June 15th in order to be
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without the most recent updated regional
lack for chapters operating in proper protocol
of current this is optional which can cause a
copy of the most recently updated bylaws. As
guarantee that every soror is going to get a
Individual regional assessment. As is, it is not a
Central Region Bylaws should be added to the
after every Sorority fiscal year.
should submit the financial report for audit
The regional Grammateus and Tamiochus
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Bylaws,
APPENDIX A
Board of
Directors
Central Region
Appendix A
Directors
19 Central Region
Bylaws,
Central Region
Board of
18 Central Region
$25.00 per Philo Chapter
$25.00 per Undergraduate Chapter
$50.00 per Alumnae Chapter
Chapter Assessments:
Central Region Bylaws: $5.00
See Article XI)
undergraduate chapter Development
Philos will be earmarked for
income for the region. After printing, postage,
$5.00 does not create a significant source of
Sale of the Central Region Bylaws at a rate of
by-laws.
bylaws. Other regions do not charge for their
One-Time Centennial Assessment:
Add:
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Directors is to come to the Regional Body
Centennial. The preference of the Board of
as several other large ticket items related to
Region Centennial Donation of $25,000 as well
The region needs money to fulfill our Central
(minus any proprietary information) will envelopes, labels, and other potential mailing supplies, the actual profit is nominal. be available to the membership.
Add: Free electronic copies of bylaws
Delete: Central Region Bylaws: $5.00
Development (See Article XI)
earmarked for undergraduate chapter
assessments of Sorors and Philos will be
$3.00 of dues collected from the individual
$55.00 per General Member
$55.00 per Central Region Member
$30.00 per Member-at-Large
$15.00 per Rhoer Affiliate
$25.00 per Philo Affiliate
$25.00 per Soror
Individual Assessments
General Member”
Bylaws $5
ndividual assessments of Sorors and
Strike “$50” and add “$55” before “per
Central Region $3.00 of dues collected from the
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$10.00 per Rhoer Club Individual
$75.00
$25.00 per Undergraduate Chapter
Regional Conference $1.00 Late fee for business
New Member Fees
Conference
sessions during Regional
$100.00 75-99 members
$15.00 Late registration fee for the
$10.00 per Rhoer Club
$25.00 per Philo Chapter
less than 75 members
$150.00 100-149 members
$175.00 150-199 members
$200.00 200+ members
membership as of 06/30/2021.
sliding scale assessment based on chapter
Assessments: Alumnae Chapter - Per chapter
One-Time Chapter Centennial
General Member
$55.00 per Member-At-Large $80.00 per
Philo Affiliate $10.00 per Rhoer Affiliate
Assessment: $50.00 per Soror $25.00 per
One-Time Individual Centennial
dues & assessments.
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would generate approximately $125,000.
2021 as part of the 2021-2022 Sorority Year 6/30/20 membership numbers the assessment
Assessment shall be due & payable July 1, one-time for the needed funds. Based on the
$20.00 per Central Region Member
$20.00 per International Member
$20.00 per Members at Large
$20.00 per Chapter
Late Fines
(See Article XI).
undergraduate chapter Development
Philos will be earmarked for
individual assessments of Sorors and
$3.00 of dues collected from the
$60.00 per General Member
$35.00 per Member-At-Large
$20.00 per Rhoer Affiliate
$30.00 per Philo Affiliate
and Assessments Assessments: $30.00 per Soror
Regional Fees
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$50.00
New Sorors shall pay a one-time fee of
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Appendix D: Conference Attendee Report
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com 81st Central Region Conference Attendees First Name Maisha Ann Natisha Apryl Tonya Angela D. Jeanna Belinda Zaviera Michele Andratesha Linda Donna Denine Paula Sahnara Alicia ratliff Michelle Ty'Asia Yolonda Michele Lisa Maricia Tracie JAMIE Vikki Quiana Grace LaJean Ruth Shukrea Denise Bonita La'Qiana DeAna Kimberly Aliyah Destiny Tia Amani Shira
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com Carmelita LeAja Kimberly Lolita Nieka Jamicka Magdalene Quenshia Catina Elwanda SaRita Kathy Nikita Brandi Edna Brandi Remitha Martha Karin Khalilah Yolanda Tikilia TreLique Dannielle Tiffney Janice Kenya Staci Karen Ternessa Marcia LaToya Elonda Chandra Dharathula Anita Renee Dr. Jori Sincere Toni Beatrice C Sandra Jocelyn R. Andreya
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com Angela Quinetta Katina Pamela TIJAUNA Harriet Catrice Warletta Pamela Denise Tommie Eureka Geraldine Nakeesha Ratesha Shelia Shantavia Shannon Taylor TONI Angela LaDonna Delores Angel Christina Twana Yvonne Charmaine Ajoi Yvette Jill Rhonda Dionne Lynnise Gail Angela U. Jerita Arrielle Mubaraka Maya Hester Sharon Robbie Lucille
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com Ilundria Frances Christina Ebony Vivian Mercedes B. Victoria Erika Ebonee Pamela L Chanel Nadine Geneva Jeanine Lisa Erica Carmen Shlinda Michele Tonia Tiffanni Bonita Jennifer Jacqueline Debra Aisha Cynthia Krystal Domonique Lynn Frances Lanette GWENDOLYN Sharon Loreal Kyla Monique Michelle B MARIE Victoria Nicole Peggy Dr. Marguerite
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com Lynette Jesyka Shavonda Collette Sandra Danielle Ramona Doris Crystal La’Ron Daisy Angel Attondra Alisha Sarah Annette Shirley Joyce Sonya Roberta Deborah A'manii Genise Charlisha SHERRI J Venita Tymika Rhonda Tiffany Shene LaShaunda Marcia Christie-Lee Deborah DAngel Erica Brenda Charissa Karen Michelle Amanda Valencia D. Sonya
Taylor Thomas Waddles Wafer Wallace Ward Watkins Williams Wilson-Honesty Woods Copeland Morrison ONeil Alexander Crayton Jackson Jones Moore Pacey Taylor Totten Brown Driscoll-Patterson Rankin WALTON Brown Chambers Davis Dogan Edwards Ewing Futel Griffin Hailey Hall HarringtonWinstead Hogan Hunt Hunt Johnson Jones Jones-Thacker Martin
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com Jaimyce Nicole Nicole Rhonda Cinnamon Latrice Martha Komeshia Stacey Tona Monet Bridgette Gwen Kayla Lori Katrina Denise Josette Shelia Angela Janet Monica Ericka Asia Muriel Denice Stephanie Ryan Angela Audrey Kiara Imanee Rashonda Dorothy Judith Rebecca Santita Kelly Tamika Regena GERALDINE Bridget Natasha Eden
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com Raven Lakesha Janell Jasina Alisha Joyce Cherie Linda Genevieve Nikki Lakisha LaDonna Destanie LaShawn Rochelle Joelle Tracy Kimberly WyKeshia Ishia Sonya Antoinette LaShawda Dee Keyarra Deborah Ann-Marie Felicia Pamela Yvette DaRell Chan-Tell Lisa Linda Kanisha Gwendolyn Sylvia Ramona Jacquelyn Kiarma Andrea Anna Iyana
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com Joyce Monshea Tamiya Hattie Tamisha Ezrina Anna Anita Deborah Doris L Linda Shonnice Nai Kortnee Lisa Kewanee Patricia Rene LaJune Rachel Jerian Ava Evita Jasmine Johnsy Ashley Peggy Donna Suzette Keisha DeShaise Darvionne Kimberly Sydney Ayani Chaya LaTanya Krystal Diana Kaye LaTasha Rochelle Annissa Leslie Deborah
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com DuJuana Lisa Regina Victoria Tracey Sandra Girtha Kristin Annie Mary Ann Fatina Kimberly Gwendolyn Elisha Pamela Brittany Onetta Donnesha Ericka Jani Marquita LaTrice Alberta Jo Ashlei Tonja Cortney Pamela Donna Christina Lynn Corliss Dr. Jacki Jacquelin Ashley Rachelle Cursten Audrey Angelique Rhonda Cynthia Barbara Joycelynn JoAnn
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com Debra Linda R. Cheryl Felicia Felita CRYSTAL Sheffeia Tanesja Dana Amy L Tiffanie Frankie Pamela Clydean Sydney Kamryn Wyschell Deronda Wanda Moya Mercedes Rachael Deborah Dorothy Jerrilynn Ernette Fatima Brenda Twyla Tanya Brittany Cynthia Donna Tiffany N ROBYN Lacritia Sandra Tamara Kimberly Kermit Alexis JeKyra Kendee Imani
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com Marcya Aaliyha Kharisma Naudia Jasmine Rain Khrisma Kamille Alana Christel Shirley Leah Amber Shanea
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com Tawiona Kisha Lutricia Tamara Jedediah Alexandria Venika Danielle LaVerne Norma Lanitra Onjanette Lynette Jenae Coretta Marissa Shelley Kesha Doni Alexandria Falindia Andrea
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com Cherita Lisa Stephine Tiffani Loretta Tiffany SHERRY Mary Hemby Chalonda Felicia Rose Ja-mese Melissa Krystle Christina Jacqueline Karrie Tasha Tiffany Shannon Davina DaMesha Tariya Erykah Shermonica Grace Kiara Antionna
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com Teresa LaWanda Rocio Sarah Joycelyn Candice Jacelyn Andrea Earlene Chrisena Lenora Lisa Jasmine Drusilla Dr. Winnetta Geraldine Renee Elizabeth Kathleen Quelon Linda Karen Karen Joann Felishia Rachel Angela Kimberly Valerie Cheryl Jaliece Dorothy Necole Carmen gwenette Michelle Theresa Tracy Samantha Gwendolyn Kathy Claudette Monica
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SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC. 81st Central Region Conference – Unmasking Greatness Lisa L. Cooper, Central Region Centennial Grammateus Life Member 1007 [email protected] www.sgrhocentral.com Vanessa Rosalyn Joyce Alexandria Kimberly Letina Carlleana Te'Lor Paulette Cynthia Marica Rasheeda Joyvan
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