IVIES BEYOND THE WALL
Morris : Retired Educator / Golden Soror / Life Member
Greenville , SC – Soror Alberta Scott Morris became an Ivy Beyond the Wall on October 7 , 2020 . Soror Morris was a member of the sorority since her 1968 initiation into the Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter . She was a graduate of Central State University in Wilberforce , Ohio and earned her master ’ s degree from the University of Wisconsin . Her 30-year teaching career began in the Milwaukee public school system . She later retired from the Middletown school system in NJ . She joined St . Anthony of Padua Catholic Church . She was past president of the Women ' s Council and a member of the Cursillo , eucharist minister and prayer ministry . She was preceded in death by a brother and sister in-law , Millard Scott , Jr ., Anita Scott and a sister , Evelyn Scott Briggs . Soror Morris is survived by her sister , Delores Dean ; brothers , William Scott , Steven Scott , and David Scott , nieces , nephews , extended family , and friends .
Palmer : Award-Winning Educator / Silver Star
Philadelphia , PA – Soror Margaret White Palmer became an Ivy Beyond the Wall on February 12 , 2020 . She was one of the first African American teachers in the Neshaminy School District . Soror Palmer taught first grade for 38 years at Walter S . Miller School in Levittown , ultimately dedicating 42 years to educating children . She earned a bachelor ' s degree in education from Cheyney State College and a master ' s degree in education from Beaver College ( Arcadia University ). Soror Palmer was initiated into Iota Tau Omega Chapter , West Chester PA in 1995 and was a top fundraiser for scholarships . Other passions included gardening , traveling , volunteering at Pennsylvania Horticultural Society , teaching adults to read , TWIGS , Inc ., and service as a member of St . Luke ' s Episcopal Church . She leaves to cherish her memory , daughter Soror Kristina Palmer ; grandson , Jordan W . Thomas ; brother Donald A . White , and a host of family , sorors and friends .
Nixon : Associate Professor of Music / Vocalist / Silver Star
Portsmouth , VA – Soror Patricia Saunders Nixon of Gamma Delta Omega Chapter was a silver star who had an education career spanning over 40 years , became an Ivy Beyond the Wall , August 9 , 2020 . She earned a BS degree in music education at Norfolk State University , a MA and DMA of musical arts degree in vocal performance at Shenandoah University Conservatory . She taught at the Virginia School for the Deaf , Blind , and Multi-disabled for 22 years , served as choral director at Wilson High School , Norview High School ; as professor of music , vocal instructor / advisor at Norfolk State University . She was a faithful member of Ebenezer Baptist Church serving as director of the music ministry . An esteemed vocalist , she received awards including : the Delicados ( Portsmouth ), Area II NAACP ACT-SO for classical vocal performance ; national acclaim in three South American countries for portrayal of Clara in Gershwin ' s opera , Porgy and Bess , performances in the Virginia Symphony and Virginia Opera Guild . Soror Nixon served as chairman , graduate talent committee , ensemble , and the official music representative of Gamma Delta Omega .
O ’ Neal : Retired Educator / Charter Member / Life Member
Washington , DC – Soror Sylvia Aretha O ' Neal became an Ivy Beyond the Wall on September 12 , 2020 . She was a charter member of Rho Mu Omega Chapter where she held numerous positions in the chapter such as chaplain and hodegos . She enjoyed serving on the protocol committee where she dedicated her time at the chapter , regional and Boule levels . Initiated into Beta Lambda Chapter at DC Teacher ' s College , Soror O ’ Neal was active in the sorority for 46 years . She left a lasting impact on numerous sorors and adopted nieces and goddaughters who she mentored . Soror O ’ Neal was a life member of Metropolitan Baptist Church .
Parham : Diversity & Inclusion Specialist / Commercial Litigator / Silver Star
Oakland , CA – Soror Monica Parham became an Ivy Beyond the Wall on October 25 , 2020 . She was initiated into Theta Pi Chapter at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1989 . Soror Parham received her bachelor ' s degree from UNC , Chapel Hill , and her law degree from Yale School of Law . She served as diversity counsel / head of diversity at a major international law firm . Most recently , she was the director of diversity & inclusion at Uber Technologies in San Francisco . Soror Parham joined Alpha Nu Omega Chapter in 2019 and was active on multiple committees including risk management , scholarship , and # CAP SM . Soror Parham was the definition of Black Girl Magic . She was president of the Women ' s Bar Association Foundation and was the immediate past president of the Women ' s Bar Association in Washington , DC . She was the 4th Black woman in its 101-year history to do so . She will be missed by her sorors , her family , her coworkers , and friends .
Pearley : Retired Educator / Silver Star / Life Member
San Diego , CA – Soror Gloria Comeaux Pearley became an Ivy Beyond the Wall on August 1 , 2020 . She was initiated in Epsilon Xi Omega Chapter in 1984 , where she served for 36 years and became a silver star and life member . Soror Pearley earned bachelor ’ s and master ' s degrees , along with an administrative credential from Southern University . She served as an educator and administrator for more than 35 years and retired from the San Diego Unified School District . She was the recipient of several professional and community awards for her dedication and service in the San Diego community . As an active member of the Epsilon Xi Omega Chapter , she held many elected leadership positions . Soror Pearley leaves to cherish her memory her husband George Pearley of 60 years ; one son , Guy Pearley , Sr ., three grandchildren , three great grandchildren , sisters , five brothers , a host of nieces , nephews , cousins , family , friends , and her sorority sisters .
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