Alpha Alpha Nu Omega sorors and special guests celebrate Founders ' Day and the chapter ’ s one year anniversary .
was issued by guest speaker Soror Brigid Roberson , South Central representative to the International sisterly relations committee . Despite the virtual setting , the planning committee went above and beyond to ensure sorors could still share a formal meal experience . A local African American caterer provided elevated dinner options through contactless delivery , while each member received a pink and green tablescape , and cookies decorated as ivy leaves adorned with a specially designed celebration logo , a printed program , and a souvenir pin . Sorors were treated to a surprise when an originally composed song was unveiled and sung during the program . The chapter ' s history and member reflections were presented , membership milestones were recognized , an eloquent toast was given , and congratulations were offered by Soror Melanie Jones , Southwest Central Texas Cluster Coordinator , who graciously attended the event . Soror Patrice Langford , chartering basileus , sealed the event with closing remarks that highlighted the significance of all that was accomplished during their first year , and encouraged chapter members to continue building on that legacy of service .
Theta Omega and the AKArama Foundation Focus on Global Impact
Chicago , IL – The AKArama Foundation has collaborated in the AKA / Carnegie / Crucian Connection Pen Pal Program with members of Mu Gamma Omega Chapter in St . Croix , Virgin Islands and the Carnegie International Baccalaureate Elementary School , located in the Woodlawn community . Currently over 300 6th - 8th grade students participate in the program . A major highlight of the program is to provide students with memorable cultural experiences throughout the school year . During Black History Month , Carnegie students welcomed Dr . Jeffrey Moorhead DPT , a Crucian employed at the Northwestern Orthopedics and / Sports Medicine Center in Chicago who shared information about his education in the US , cultural traditions , location , food , dancing , and practices conducted by the Crucians to save the environment . Students learned about their pen pals . As the pandemic progressed and student learning became virtual , creative virtual activities were implemented for learning .
Xi Nu Omega ’ s Monarch Awards Foundation Offers Hope
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Lambda Mu Omega , Xi Kappa and Chicago Youth Honor Dr . King with Video Essay Contest
Chicago , IL – Targets 1 and 4 of Lambda Mu Omega Chapter and Xi Kappa Chapter , in partnership with Leadership Mentoring Opportunities Foundation presented the Dr . Martin Luther King Jr . Video Essay Contest for High School students throughout Chicagoland . The purpose of the contest allowed students to reflect on the life and legacy of Dr . King , by allowing them to create a video based on their thoughts of how Dr . King would have led the United States in the height of the civil unrest in 2020 . Students were encouraged to learn about the life of leadership Dr . King lived and how he worked to ensure equality and respect for all human beings . Video entries were judged on originality , presentation and creativity and considered various social impacts such as the pandemic and America ' s political climate over the past several months . Winning first place and a $ 250 scholarship was Africa Handley , a student at Jones College Prep High School in Chicago .
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Xi Nu Omega ’ s Monarch Awards Foundation held its 16th annual community feeding during the pandemic .
Chicago , IL – The 2020 worldwide coronavirus pandemic forced Xi Nu Omega ' s Monarch Awards Foundation ( MAF ) to reimagine its 16th Annual Community Feeding . Due to social distancing edicts and Corporate Office pronouncements , MAF employed day laborers to unload trucks and pack containers for distribution , in an ingenious pivot , since members were unable to do either . After receiving more than $ 75,000 in donations , event co-chairmen Courtney Hill and Chiymelle Proby Nunn coordinated the preparation of 700 food baskets and wellness kits — including 500 pairs of shoes — for delivery to seven schools and social service agencies for families they serve . Additionally , each day laborer received a care package and the MAF provided box lunches to the nearby Chicago Police 7th District station as a token of thanks . This program began in 2005 , as a means of providing a few hundred Englewood community residents with a free holiday meal . The event grew to include grocery distribution , health and wellness exhibits , clothing and outerwear giveaways , and more . Englewood is one of Chicago ' s poorest and most dangerous communities . COVID-19 disproportionately affected Englewood residents , who are often essential workers with limited childcare options .
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