November/December 2012 Edition

Happy 90th Anniversary

 Delta Omicron Sigma Columbus Alumnae chapter along with Iota Nu Sigma Alumnae chapter celebrated the sorority's 90th anniversary with a luncheon that was held on November 10, 2012 at the Boat House at Confluence Park. Over 200 sorors, fellow greeks and family and friends came for fellowship and honoring of the 7 women who founded this illustrious sorority. Luncheon participants were treated to a monologue by soror TaTiana Sanders and a praise dance by the Wings of Praise Dance Ministry from Flintridge  church. International Grand Epistoleus, Soror Tiffany Hightower was the keynote speaker for the event. During the luncheon a fundraising effort for March of Dimes also took place which netted $525.00 for the organization. As with this years theme of " Uplifting Our Legacy of Sisterhood, Leadership and Service", Delta Omicron Sigma continue to strive for "Greater Service, Greater Progress" in the Columbus metro area.

International Grand Epistoleus, Soror Tiffany Hightower

Wings of Praise Dance Ministry

Soror TaTiana Sanders performing "The Crippled Woman" monologue

Delta Omicron Sigma Basileus, Soror Carolyn Dixon and Iota Nu Sigma Basileus Soror Tawana Owens

Sigma Style: 3 Ways to De-Stress Over the Holidays

The holiday season is in full swing. And while that means lots of good things like family gatherings, tasty meals and shopping, it can also means stress. From standing in long lines on Black Friday to dealing with family members that are a bit challenging to cooking the perfect turkey recipe, the holidays aren't always as relaxing as we'd like them to be. So we put together three easy ways to de-stress. From meditation to sipping on hot tea, they're simple and quick ways to give your brain a short vacay!

3 Ways to De-Stress During the Holidays
1. Meditation. Who knew that holiday zen took just a few quiet breaths? Meditation is a powerful de-stressing tool any time of year, but when you're rushed during the holidays it can be the perfect way to center and relax. And the best part? You can do it anywhere. Even if you're standing in line waiting to mail holiday gifts at the post office, you can do it! All you have to do is take a few deep, slow breaths, focusing completely on your inhale and exhale. Yep, that's meditation!

 2. Sip green tea. Researchers have found that regularly drinking green tea can help to beat stress and improve psychological well being. So this holiday season, skip the coffee and drink the green stuff!

3. Say "no." Most of us get stressed during the holidays because we're overscheduled and feel obligated to do things when we really don't feel like it (or have the time). So this year, make a commitment to do less and prioritize your time for only the events that are the most important to you. Do this, and you'll kick holiday stress to the curb.

Do you stress out over the holidays? How do you deal? Any holiday meditations you like to do? Share!

Article by Jennipher Walters at SHAPE

Sigma Sizzles: Turtle Pumpkin Pie

Ingredients:

1/4 cup  plus 2 Tbsp. caramel ice cream topping, divided

1 HONEY MAID Graham Pie Crust (6 oz.)

1/2cup   plus 2 Tbsp. chopped PLANTERS Pecans, divided

2pkg.  (3.4 oz. each) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding

1 cup  cold milk

1cup  canned pumpkin

1tsp.  ground cinnamon

1/2tsp.  ground nutmeg

1 tub   (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed, divided

Make it:

  POUR 1/4 cup caramel topping onto bottom of pie crust; sprinkle with 1/2 cup nuts.
BEAT next 5 ingredients in large bowl with whisk until blended. Stir in 1-1/2 cups COOL WHIP; spoon into crust.
REFRIGERATE 1 hour. Top with remaining COOL WHIP, caramel topping and nuts just before serving.

Recipe from Kraft Foods 

Sigma Shout Outs 

Congratulations to Soror Lynnette Bennett and Soror Adrienne Edwards on all the hard work they did for the Founders Day luncheon.

Happy Birthday to all Sorors celebrating in November and December. 

Happy Anniversary to all Sorors celebrating in November and December. 

Welcome to the following sorors:

Soror Danielle Echols  Transfer from Eta Psi

Soror Kimberly Stevens Transfer from Xi Xi

Soror Jerian Dixon-Evans Transfer from Zeta Omicron Sigma

Soror Vickiela Wright  Transfer from Zeta Omicron Sigma

Soror Jaslyn Leach  Transfer from Delta Phi

If you have a Sigma Shout Out that you want to put in the Poodle Post, please contact the chapter epistoleus. 

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  Have a blessed and safe holiday season!!

2011-2012 FALL-WINTER EDITION

SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC.

 

Delta Omicron Sigma, Columbus Alumnae Chapter,

Fall-Winter 2011-2012 Edition

POODLE POST

We hope everyone had a MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

And a HAPPY NEW YEAR!

DELTA OMICRON SIGMA

CHAPTER HIGHLIGHTS

"On FIRE To Serve!!"

 

 

Delta Phi Induction

On November 12, 2012, Delta Phi (undergraduate chapter at Ohio State University) inducted four lovely ladies into our Sorority: Laurél Davis, Daenayia Hudson, Stephanie Kariuki, Christa Prater.

Founders Day Celebration 2011

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was organized on November 12, 1922 in Indianapolis, Indiana by seven young educators: Mary Lou Allison Little, Dorothy Hanley Whiteside, Vivian White Marbury, Nannie Mae Gahn Johnson, Hattie Mae Dulin Redford, Bessie M. Downey Martin and Cubena McClure. The group became an incorporated national collegiate sorority on December 30, 1929, when a charter was granted to Alpha chapter at Butler University.

Soaring To Greater Heights Of Attainment Around The World, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., as a leading national service organization, has met the challenges of the day and continues to grow through Sisterhood, Scholarship and Service.

On November 12, 2010 Delta Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter hosted a Founder's Day dinner at Soror Angela Tucker's residence.   

Quick Sigma Facts

                                                

Sigma Gamma Rho, Alpha Chapter,

Butler University, 1924.

 

Established: Nov. 12, 1922 at Butler University, Indianapolis, Indiana
 

Classification: Nonprofit service and social organization
 

Membership: 85,000+



Division: Five Regions:  Central, Northeastern, Southeastern, Southwestern, Western



Service Channel: Over 500 chapters in the U.S., Bermuda, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Germany and Korea



Sorority Flower: The yellow tea rose.
 


Sorority Mascot: The Poodle.



Sorority Colors: Royal blue and gold.

 

 

 

Mid-Ohio Food Bank

 

Mid-Ohio Foodbank is dedicated to feeding hungry people by collecting and distributing food and grocery products, educating the community about hunger, advocating for hunger-relief programs,
and collaborating with others who address basic human needs.

On November 15, 2011, Sorors volunteered at the Mid-Ohio Foodbank.

Breakfast With The Iotas

On November 20, 2011, Delta Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter collaborated with the men of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.  in serving Thanksgiving dinner at Bethany Christian Church in Columbus, Ohio.   

 

Social At Applebees Restaurant

On December 5, 2011, Delta Omicron Sigma Alumnae had a social at Applebees Restaurant.

 

 

Chapter News and SIGMA Announcements!!!!!!!

 

 

Congratulations to Soror Lynnette Benett and her husband Carence Benett on the arrival of baby girl Maya Benettt born September 12, 2011!

 

 

Congratulations to Soror Alena Spratt and her husband Kenneth Spratt on the arrival of baby girl Taylor Spratt, born September 16, 2011!

Happy Birthday to all Sorors who celebrated birthdays between September 2011to February 2012!

• Soror Alena Spratt-September 4
• Soror Adrianne Edwards-September 20
•  Soror Tori Darden-October 23
• Soror Tracy Anderson-October 28 
• Soror Ciara Okon-November 6
• Soror Robinette Smith-November 7
• Soror Angela Tucker-January 6

Happy Anniversary to all Sorors who celebrated their Sigma Anniversary between September 2011 to February 2012!

• Soror Tracy Anderson-September 7, 1997 (14 YEARS of "Greater Service Greater Progress")
• Soror Robinette Smith-October 22, 1999 (12 YEARS of "Greater Service Greater Progress")
• Soror Beverly Taite-December 1, 1996 (15 YEARS of "Greater Service Greater Progress")
• Soror Deniesha Newby-December 1, 1996 (15 YEARS of "Greater Service Greater Progress")
• Soror Alena Spratt-December 1, 1996 (15 YEARS of "Greater Service Greater Progress")
•  Soror Alisha Milbry-December 20, 2008 (3 YEARS of "Greater Service Greater Progress")

Do you like serving in your community? Do you enjoy wo rking with women who are goal-oriented and like-minded? Then look to Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Delta Omicron Sigma, Columbus Alumnae Chapter! If you have any questions or comments...click below on the icon "Sigma Sayings". You can also email us at DOS1922@yahoo.com.