Gainning Global S . T . E . A . M .
It is with great pleasure and excitement that we welcome you to the 29th Fashione ? a ® Scholarship Luncheon . Thank you for the tremendous support you conHnue to give to ensure this fashion soirée raises funds needed to support student scholarships , community service projects , and local programs executed by Eta Lambda Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority , Inc .
This year ’ s theme , Gaining Global S . T . E . A . M ., incorporates the educaHonal areas of science , technology , engineering , arts and mathemaHcs , recognizing that to be successful in technical fields , individuals must also be creaHve and use criHcal thinking skills which are best developed through exposure to the arts . We are focused on increasing the number of culturally responsible minority students who excel academically , succeed professionally and posiHvely impact the global community .
Today we will recognize and invest in the futures of 13 extraordinary high school students from the San Gabriel Valley . We also celebrate and salute Ms . Tonita Fernandez for her many accomplishments throughout the community , by honoring her as our 2017 Mother of the Year . As you enjoy the delectable three-course offering our guests have come to love , two fashion designers , Casonna and Kutula by Africana , will thrill you with fashions from around the world .
Aundrae Russell , Program Director at KJLH Radio and host of their popular Sunday program “ Spread the Word ” has returned as this year ’ s Master of Ceremonies .
Since our chartering in 1960 , the women of Eta Lambda Omega chapter conHnue to be a cornerstone of the Pasadena / Altadena community by championing issues that affect the lives of many as it relates to educaHon , health promoHon , family strengthening , environmental ownership and global awareness . Our chapter helps advance the lives of our ciHzens across the San Gabriel Valley and upholds the honor and integrity of cultures across the globe . With the generous support of each of you , we have provided more than $ 175,000 in scholarships in the 21st century alone ! And thanks to our partnership with the Pasadena Altadena Ivy FoundaBon , your contribuHons are tax deducHble * .
We are confident you will enjoy this 29th Fashione ? a ® and all that it has to offer ! Also , remember to peruse the vendor displays in the foyer , bid on exciHng items at the Silent AucHon table , and take a photo in front of the Fashione ? a ® Step and Repeat . Find giqs for the leading ladies in your life or maybe score a fabulous find for yourself !
Warm Regards for an Enriched Future ,
Roxann Belle and 2017 Fashione ? a ® Co-Chairmen
Mei-Li Thomas
* Eligibility for tax deducBon regulated by federal government .