Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority , Incorporated ® Central Regional Conference – March 17-20 , 2022
Sonya L . Bowen Central Regional Director
Veletta L . Bell General Conference Chairman Theta Omega Chapter
Tresa Dunbar Garrett Conference Co-Chairman Theta Omega Chapter
Jordyn Mahome Conference Co-Chairman Beta Chapter
Honorary Chairmen
Loann Honesty King 21 st Central Regional Director
Pamela Bates Porch 27 th Central Regional Director
Giselé M . Casanova 28 th Central Regional Director
Greetings Sorors ,
Come on , sorors don ’ t you want to go , back to that great old place “ Sweet Home Chicago .”
On behalf of the sorors of Cluster 1 , I extend a heartfelt invitation to you to attend the 88th Central Regional Conference , March 17-20 , 2022 , in the City of Chicago ; a city rich in African American history , food , and culture .
The sorors of Cluster 1 are working tirelessly to ensure that during your visit to the Windy City , you will have the opportunity to taste all that Chicago has to offer . The Hyatt Regency Chicago sits steps away from the “ mag mile ” and the Gold Coast where you can " shop ' til you drop " at Nordstrom , Bloomingdales , and Neiman Marcus . There is no shortage of luxury boutiques like Burberry , Tory Burch , Gucci , and Barneys New York .
The Windy City is home to Harold ’ s Chicken Shack , named the best fried chicken in the Midwest and Garrett ’ s Popcorn with their iconic “ Chicago Mix ” which is a delicious blend of cheese and caramel popcorn . A short drive away is the DuSable Museum of African American History , the nation ’ s first independent museum dedicated to the preservation and study of the history and culture of people of African descent . And most important , Chicago is home to the International Headquarters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority , Incorporated ® .
All that , and we haven ’ t even begun to tell you about the conference experience . The 88th Central Regional Conference will provide opportunities for sorors to enhance their sorority knowledge and prepare those wanting to move into leadership positions . The weekend is filled with outstanding activities and programs that will enlighten , renew and energize your work in this great sisterhood .
This is also a time for us to reconnect as sorors . We have been apart for way too long , and what better way to be in the company of your sisters .
So bring your loving spirits , longing for knowledge , your pink and green gear , and of course your flat shoes and experience “ A Charmed Life : A Taste of Excellence in the Windy City ”.
Sisterly ,
Soror Veletta L . Bell , General Conference Chairman