CONFERENCE DETAILS Events Summary
THURSDAY | APRIL 6 , 2023 ( cont ’ d )
At Capacity / Sold Out SISTERHOOD EXPERIENCE : AN AFTERNOON OF FUN , LAUGHTER AND SELFIES ! 12:00 p . m . – 2:00 p . m . A fun-filled interactive time of sisterly relations as we celebrate our multigenerational sisterhood . We will strengthen sisterly bonds with some games and friendly competition , enjoy good food and take tons of selfies in our Central Region Sweatshirts ! The new sweatshirt is included in your ticket and will not be sold on-site .
FIRST TIME ATTENDEES ’ ORIENTATION 2:30 p . m . – 3:30 p . m . Get the most from your conference experience . This workshop is intended for newly initiated , reactivated , and first-time conference attendees . A welcome from the Regional Director and other leaders will kick off a session of tips for positioning yourself to grow in knowledge , to expand your network of sorors , and to seek opportunities to serve .
CENTER OF EXCELLENCE KICK-OFF : CENTRAL REGION ’ S NEW LEADERSHIP PROGRAM 3:30 p . m . – 4:30 p . m . Come learn more about the new leadership development program and all it entails . If you are ready to grow ,
develop and enhance your current skills and obtain additional training to move to the next level the Center of Excellence is for you !
WELCOME RECEPTION : GET YOUR STROLL ON ! 8 p . m . – 11 p . m . The Sorors of Central Region will gather for this annual kickoff event . It promises to be an evening filled with food , fun ,
music and entertainment ! Chapters are encouraged to show their love for Alpha Kappa Alpha by wearing matching attire and participating in their unique stroll to a favorite beat .
FRIDAY | APRIL 7 , 2023
CENTRAL REGIONAL CONFERENCE HOSPITALITY SUITE 6:00 a . m . – 7:45 a . m . Mix , Mingle , and Relax with Sorors from around the Region .
DAILY HEALTHY START : GET MOVING MORNING WALK 6:00 a . m . – 7:00 a . m . Please join our Soror , Coach Melody , a Transformation Strategist , for a Wellness Power Hour addressing Well Being , Stress Management , and Self Care .
THE DOROTHY BUCKHANAN WILSON CONFERENCE LUNCHEON 12:30 p . m . – 2:30 p . m . This celebration will honor Central Region ’ s newest Diamond , Pearl , Golden and Silver Sorors who were initiated in 1948 , 1958 , 1973 and 1998 . We will highlight these sorors for 75 , 65 , 50 , and 25 years of exemplary service .
A Confident and Captivating Region Soaring through the Journey of a Lifetime , in a Great Place , on a Great Lake . 43