January 2011 Edition

SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC.

Delta Omicron Sigma, Columbus Alumnae Chapter

JANUARY 2011 POODLE POST

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2011!!

The women of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc., Delta Omicron Sigma, Columbus Alumnae Chapter would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year. May each and every passing year bring you peace, wisdom and cheer!!

DELTA OMICRON SIGMA

CHAPTER HIGHLIGHTS

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

On December 4, 2010, Delta Omicron Sigma Columbus Alumnae Chapter volunteered at Breakfast With Santa.

DECEMBER 2010 SHOPPING AND CASINO TRIP

On December 4, 2010, Delta Omicron Sigma, Columbus Alumnae Chapter took their annual casino/shopping trip to Meadowland Racetrack/Casino and Tanger Outlet Mall in Washington, Pennsylvania. Sorors, family, and friends had a blast!!

RHOER CLUB HIGHLIGHTS!!

A love for youth and the development of their full potential was the primary motivating factor that inspired Founder Mary Lou Allison Gardner Little to organize Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Young people today face challenges that could never have been imagined years ago, but such challenges provided the sorority with opportunities to carry on the vision of Little.

The Rhoer Club is the youth group affiliate of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Founded in 1939 at the 14th Biennial Boule, the first Rhoer Club was formed in 1940 by Alpha Eta Chapter. This group was organized to encourage high scholastic attainment and the development of leadership skills. Clubs are compromised of young women between the ages of twelve and eighteen.

Rhoers are young girls organized on a local, regional and national level. The Rhoer affiliates are working to help other young people while they learn about their heritage and develop leadership skills. Sigma Gamma Rho is dedicated to helping Rhoers to grow to be women of substance dedicated to service.

Rhoer Clubs are sponsored by graduate chapters of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. on a local level and are recognized nationally as well. These young ladies also assist the Sorority with community service activities and social projects.

RHOER FACTS

Colors: Royal Blue and Gold

Flower: Daisy

Mascot: Butterfly

Motto: Sisters Forever

Delta Omicron Sigma Rhoer Club

• Soror Robinette Smith (Advisor)
• Soror Alicia Henry (Co-Advisor)
• Rhoer India Curry
• Rhoer Shantral Dixon
• Rhoer Jasmine Jones
  
• Rhoer Vanessa Russell

Rhoer Vanessa Russell: The Victory Matrons 2010 Star Lite Cotillion

Rhoer Vanessa Russell was a Debutante in The Victory Matrons 201o Start Lite Cotillion. Vanessa is a 17 year old senior at Fort Hayes Metro Education Center; she is a East High School Cheerleader. Vanessa will be attending Shawnee State University in Fall 2011, majoring in Nursing. Vanessa has been a member of the Rhoer Club for four years; she served as President two years and is currently the Vice President. Vanessa is the daughter of Soror Toya Russell.

Debutante/RhoerVanessaRussell with Escort Manzel Sette (Son of Soror Adrienne Edwards-Keaton

Soror Robinette Smith (Rhoer Advisor), Debutante/Rhoer Vanessa Russell, and Soror Toya Russell (Mother)




More Rhoer Highlights!!!!

Delta Omicron Sigma Rhoers doing line dances at 2010 Regional Conference, Indianapolis Indiana

Rhoer Tatianna attending 2010 NHPC Unity Weekend Graduate Stroll Competition

Delta Omicron Sigma, Rhoer Club volunteering at 2010 Juneteenth at Franklin Park Conservatory, Columbus, OH.

CHAPTER NEWS and SIGMA ANNOUNCEMENTS

Happy Birthday to all Sorors who celebrate a birthday this month!

• Soror Angela Tucker-January 6

• Soror Twana Arnold-January 18

Happy Anniversary to all Sorors who celebrate their Sigma Anniversary this month!



Do you like serving in your community? Do you enjoy working 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.


Until Next Time...POODLES!!!

December 2010 Edition

SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC.

Delta Omicron Sigma Columbus Alumnae Chapter

DECEMBER 2010 POODLE POST

SEASONS GREETINGS!!

The Women of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Delta Omicron Sigma Columbus Alumnae Chapter would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year filled with peace and prosperity!

DELTA OMICRON SIGMA

CHAPTER HIGHLIGHTS

ALPHA LAMBDA SIGMA ALUMNAE CHAPTER, CLEVELAND, OH 2010 CABARET

On November 6, 2010, several Sorors from Delta Omicron Sigma Columbus Alumnae Chapter attended Alpha Lambda Sigma Cleveland Alumnae Chapter's annual Cabaret.

Soror Johnson and Soror Darden!!


2010 FOUNDER'S DAY CELEBRATION

On November 14, 2010, Delta Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter celebrated Founder's Day at Shaw's Inn Restaurant in Lancaster, Ohio.

Eta Psi Love!!!

Looking Good Sorors!!

EEEEEEE-Yip!!!!

Group Photo!!

CHAPTER NEWS and SIGMA ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Happy Birthday to all Sorors who celebrate a birthday this month!

• Soror Mychal Featherstone- December 1
  

Happy Anniversary to all Sorors who celebrate their Sigma Anniversary this month!

• Soror Deniesha Newby - December 1, 1996


• Soror Beverly Taite - December 1, 1996


• Soror Alena Spratt - December 1, 1996


• Soror Alisha Milbry -December 20, 2008


• Soror Gwendolyn Williams - December 20, 2008

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

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Until Next Time… POODLES!!!

November 2010 Edition

SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC.,
Delta Omicron Sigma, Columbus Alumni Chapter

NOVEMBER 2010 POODLE POST

HAPPY FOUNDER'S DAY!!!

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Founder's Day on Friday, November 12, 2010.

Delta Omicron Sigma, Columbus Alumni Chapter will celebrate Founder's Day on Sunday, November 14, 2010, 3:00 p.m at Shaw's Inn Restaurant in Lancaster, OH. This is Sorors Event Only.

Foundation

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.

DELTA OMICRON SIGMA
CHAPTER HIGHLIGHTS

2010 UNCF WALK-A-THON

On October 2, 2010, Delta Omicron Sigma volunteered at the UNCF Walk-A-Thon at Wolfe Park in Columbus, OH.

2010 AREA MEETING

On October 16, 2010, Delta Omicron Sigma attended Area Meeting at FCI Academy in Columbus Ohio. There was a Sisterhood Luncheon during Area Meeting Also.

CHAPTER NEWS and SIGMA ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Happy Birthday to all Sorors who celebrate a birthday this month!

• Soror Robinette Smith - November 7
  
• Soror Gwendolyn Williams - November 11

Happy Anniverary to all Sorors who celebrate their Sigma Anniversary this month!

• Soror Natasha Moradeyo Aduloju-Ajijola - November 7, 2008

• Soror Tina Davis - November 9, 2007

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

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Until Next Time… POODLES!!!

2010 October Edition

SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC.,
Delta Omicron Sigma, Columbus Alumni Chapter

OCTOBER 2010 POODLE POST

GREETINGS FROM CHAPTER BASILEUS!

Welcome to the Poodle Post 2010 Fall Edition for Delta Omicron Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. We are the Columbus, Ohio Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., and we invite you to visit often to see the various ways we’re providing “Greater Service, Greater Progress” in the Central Ohio community. For over 35 years, the dynamic women of Delta Omicron Sigma Chapter have been “On Fire to Serve” the Central Ohio area.

Mission Statement:

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority’s aim is to enhance the quality of life within the community. Public service, leadership development and education of youth are the hallmark of the organization’s programs and activities. Sigma Gamma Rho addresses concerns that impact society educationally, civically and economically.

Blessings,

Kelly N. Davidson, Life Member
Basileus, Delta Omicron Sigma Chapter

DELTA OMICRON SIGMA SUMMER HIGHLIGHTS

2010 Juneteenth

Each year, Delta Omicron Sigma and the Rhoers volunteer at Juneteenth.

2010 NPHC Unity Weekend

In June, Delta Omicron Sigma participated in 2010 NPHC Unity Weekend which included a Stroll Competition, ICON party, Picnic, and Church Worship.




During the Summer, Two Sorors became newlyweds



Congratulations to Soror Lynnette and Carence Bennett who were married on July 17, 2010 in Key West, Florida.

Congratulations to Soror Alena and Kenneth Spratt who were married on August 7, 2010 in Montego Bay, Jamaica.




Annual Chapter Picnic


On August 21, 2010, Delta Omicron Sigma Alumni Chapter had the Annual Chapter Picnic at Thompson Recreation Center. Although it rained, we had a gRHOeat time!




Operation Big Bookbag



In August and September 2010, Delta Omicron Sigma Alumni Chapter collected school items needed for school such as: folder with prongs, pencils, erasers that fit on top of pencils, index cards, and wide rule notebooks. Our goal was to give all the supplies to Johnson Park Middle School by the second week in September.




Ease On Down the RHOad…


On August 28, 2010, Delta Omicron Sigma Alumni Chapter took a casino/shopping bus trip to Detroit Michigan.




"A Golden Affair Cabaret"

On September 18, 2010, the ladies of Delta Omicron Sigma hosted “A Golden Affair Cabaret” in collaboration with the men of Iota Phi Theta. We danced and stRHOlled the night away!!

SORORS COMMITTING TO LIVE HEALTHY LIFESTYLES

For the past few months, several Delta Omicron Sigma Alumni Chapter Sorors have committed to live healthy lifestyles. A healthy lifestyle is more than food, it’s the ability to manage your habits, energy level, exercise, sleep and organizational control. Sorors have committed to live healthy lifestyles not only by themselves, but also with other Sorors, family, and friends!

Soror Edwards-Keaton’s Testimony:

I began my journey of health and wellness after a Health Fair at my church where I was categorized as "obese". I was determined to get to a healthy range despite my comfort with the way I looked. I realized that it is NOT just about being happy in your own skin but also healthy! That's why I took this challenge seriously, joined Body Image Fitness Boot Camp and have since lost 32 LBS to date. I not only look great, I FEEL great!

Sigma Sizzle: Mexican Casserole

Makes 6 servings

Ingredients:

2 Cans 98% Fat Free Campbell's Cream of Chicken Soup
(Or 1 Can 98% Fat Free Campbell's Cream of Chicken Soup and
one of the Cream of Mushroom)
1 small can of Swanson's Chicken Breast (packed in Water)
1 small can chopped green chili (optional)
1/4 cup salsa (optional)
1/4 cup minced onion
1 1/2 cup finely pre-shredded reduced fat cheese
1 package (10 count) corn tortillas

Tear up tortillas into bite size pieces and mix with all ingredients EXCEPT CHEESE...
only add half of cheese to mix. Put it all in an 8X8 baking dish and top with
remaining cheese. Cover and bake at 350 degrees till cheese is all melted and
bubbly on sides (30-45 minutes). You can top each serving with a tablespoon of
fat free or low fat sour cream and some salsa...just be sure to bump up the
points for the sour cream.

POINTS: 5.5 (Weight Watcher Points!!)

CHAPTER NEWS and SIGMA ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Happy Birthday to all Sorors who celebrate a birthday this month!


• Soror Tori Dardon – October 23

• Soror Tracey Anderson – October 28



Happy Anniverary to all Sorors who celebrate their Sigma Anniversary this month!


• Soror Robinette Smith-October 22, 1999


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



Until Next Time… POODLES!!!

The Poodle Post: April 2010

Welcome to the April Edition of the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. Columbus Alumni Chapter The Poodle Post

Sigma Style: Autism Awareness Month

Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and affects a person’s ability to communicate and interact with others. Autism is defined by a certain set of behaviors and is a "spectrum disorder" that affects individuals differently and to varying degrees. There is no known single cause for autism, but increased awareness and funding can help families today.

In December 2009, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued their ADDM autism prevalence report. The report concluded that the prevalence of autism had risen to 1 in every 110 births in the United States and almost 1 in 70 boys. The issuance of this report caused a media uproar, but the news was not a surprise to the Autism Society or to the 1.5 million Americans living with the effects of autism spectrum disorder. Nonetheless, the spotlight shown on autism as a result of the prevalence increase opens opportunities for the nation to consider how to serve these families facing a lifetime of supports for their children.

Currently, the Autism Society estimates that the lifetime cost of caring for a child with autism ranges from $3.5 million to $5 million, and that the United States is facing almost $90 billion annually in costs for autism (this figure includes research, insurance costs and non-covered expenses, Medicaid waivers for autism, educational spending, housing, transportation, employment, in addition to related therapeutic services and caregiver costs).

According to the Autism Society there are several things that you can do to celebrate Autism Awareness Month. Here is a list:

In order to highlight the growing need for concern and awareness about autism, the Autism Society has been celebrating National Autism Awareness Month since the 1970s. The United States recognizes April as a special opportunity for everyone to educate the public about autism and issues within the autism community.

Want to get involved with the autism community this April? Show your support this month by joining the Autism Society in wearing the ribbon, bouncing for autism, texting, and more!

Put on the Puzzle! The Autism Awareness Puzzle Ribbon is the most recognized symbol of the autism community in the world. Autism prevalence is now one in every 110 children in America - that’s 13 million families and growing who live with autism today. Show your support for people with autism by wearing the Autism Awareness Puzzle Ribbon this month – as a pin on your shirt, a magnet on your car, a badge on your blog, or even your Facebook profile picture - and educate folks on the potential of people with autism! For suggestions and resources, visit www.autism-society.org/ribbon.

Spread the word. Helping the autism community can be as easy as updating your Facebook or Twitter status! On April 1, the Autism Society is asking supporters to change their status on Facebook and/or Twitter to “Autism affects 1 in 110. Text “AUTISM” to 50555 to donate $10 to the Autism Society. Help spread the word: http://bit.ly/bUAVRf.” For the first time ever, supporters can now simply text “AUTISM” to 50555 to donate $10 to the Autism Society. 100% of your donations will go to support the Autism Society’s mission of improving the lives of all affected by autism.

Make a difference. There are several important bills moving through Congress that will have important effects on the autism community – safer educational settings (Keeping All Students Safe Act), better autism services (Autism Treatment Acceleration Act), greater financial independence (Achieving a Better Life Experience Act), better protection against toxic chemicals (Toxic Substances Control Act Reform, introduction anticipated soon), and more. For more information about this legislation and to take action to support it, visit www.vote4autism.org.

Connect with your neighborhood. The Autism Society and inflatable playground franchise Pump It Up are bouncing again with “Bounce for Autism” – over 100 community-based fundraising events that combine family fun with raising awareness and support for autism in locations nationwide that welcome children on the autism spectrum. Many Autism Society local chapters also put on events in the community through the month of April. But if you can’t find an event that suits you just right, create your own! 1Power4Autism is an online tool that makes it easy to mobilize friends and family and help make a difference.

• Bounce for Autism: www.bounceforautism.org
• Autism Society chapters: www.autism-society.org/chapters
• 1Power4Autism: www.1power4autism.org

Watch a movie. Did you know that something that seems as simple as going to the movies is not an option for many families affected by autism? The Autism Society is working with AMC entertainment to bring special-needs families “Sensory Friendly Films” every month. Our special showing of How to Train Your Dragon is coming to a theatre near you on April 10. Or, you could see a movie about autism itself - the Autism Society is partnering with the Independent Television Service (ITVS) to support 70 community screenings of the new movie The Horse Boy, based on the memoir of the same name. In the film, Rupert Isaacson shares the inspiring story of how he and his wife learned to think of their son’s autism as an adventure rather than a curse, a beginning rather than an end. Find participating locations for both events at:

• Sensory Friendly Films: www.autism-society.org/sensoryfilms
• The Horse Boy: http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/horse-boy/

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Sigma Sizzles: Cool Fizzies

1 cup cranberry juice
1 can of lemon-lime soda
1/2 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup orange juice
8 ice cubes

Mix all ingredients in a pitcher together. Pour over ice cubes in a tall glass and enjoy.

recipe found here

Central Region News: New Officers Elected and Advisor of the Year Named

At this years Regional Conference in Indianapolis, IN, elections took place. The new regional officers are as follows:

• Soror Pamela Lee-- Syntaktes
• Soror Cinnamon Pelly-- Undergraduate Chapter Coordinator
• Soror Davonia Stuart-- Youth Services Coordinator
• Soror Fenobia Dallas --Grammateus
• Soror Jacqueline Washington Winston--Anti-Grammateus
• Soror Vanessa Tyson-Calvert--Tamiochus
• Soror Frankie Brown--Epistoleus
• Soror Elwanda Hayes--Nominating Chair
• Soror Daisy Copeland--Elections Chair

We would like to congratulate Soror Adrianne Edwards Keaton on her Advisor of the Year award that she recieved at the Central Region Conference. EE-Yip Soror. Keep up the good work.

Chapter News: EAG is Coming!!!
Get your Afros, bell bottoms and platforms and come to the Disco Rhoyal the Annual Evening of the Arts event. This years event will be held at Berwick Manor on April 24, 2010. Tickets are $25.00 and are available from any Soror. If you have any questions or need tickets, please contact us at DOS1922@yahoo.com.


You like serving your community? You like working with people who are like minded? Then look to Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. Columbus Alumni Chapter. For more information about the chapter or Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. contact us at DOS1922@yahoo.com.


SIGMANNOUNCMENTS

• Happy Birthday and Anniversary to all Sorors who celebrate a birthday or a Sigmanniversary this month.
• The chapter will be volunteering at The Susan G. Koman Race for the Cure this year which will be held on May 15, 2010 in downtown Columbus. If interested in volunteering with us contact us at DOS1922@yahoo.com.
• Chapter dues are due in July. If interested in pay them or making payment arrangements, contact us at DOS1922@yahoo.com and the Grammateus and/or Tamiochus will be in contact with you.
• Remember check us out on Facebook.
  

The Poodle Post: March 2010

Welcome to the March Edition
of the
Delta Omicron Sigma Columbus Alumni Chapter
Poodle Post

image found here

Greetings Sorors and Sigma Friends!

Spring is upon us and it’s time to welcome in a new season with Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated- Delta Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter!

We have Jazz and Eggs coming up on March 20^th at the Holiday Inn Airport beginning at 9AM. This event will be the kick off to our SIGMAture event The Evening of the Arts Gala on Saturday, April 24^th at Berwick Manor. This years’ theme, A DISCO RHOYAL promises to be a night you will not soon forget! We are going back in time so come dressed in your coldest threads because it’s gonna be a stone gas baby!

Continue to check in with the Poodle Post for all that is happening with Delta Omicron Sigma--- THE Columbus graduate chapter of SGRho!

Be Blessed,

Tracy N. Anderson

Basileus

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated- Delta Omicron Sigma Chapter

Sigma Style: Celebrating Women's History Month

March is Women's History Month. Not many people know about this ...but there are several ways that you can share with this celebration with your friends, family and your fellow sisters. Here are a few ideas.....

• Have a dinner for all of the special women in your life.
• Donate a book written by a woman author to your local library.
• Call a friend or relative and let them know how special they are you.
• Join a local organization that focuses on young women.
• Mentor a young woman.
  
• Tell stories about the women in your family to your children.

For more information, click here to see how Columbus is celebrating Women's History Month. Make Women's History month not just about other women, but celebrating the woman in you.

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Sigma Sizzles : Easy Irish Soda Bread

If you are feeling a little Irish this upcoming St. Patrick's Day, you can make this easy bread to go with your corn beef and cabbage.




Ingredients
4 Cups of All-Purpose Flour
4 Tbl of sugar
1 Tbl of baking powder
1 Tsp of baking soda
1/2 Tsp salt
1/2 cup margarine or butter, softened
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup buttermilk

Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees for 40-50 minutes. Lightly grease a baking sheet.

In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda,salt and margarine or butter. Stir in 1 cup of buttermilk and egg. Turn dough out and begin to kneed. Make dough in a round circle and place on prepared baking sheet. In a small bowl, combine melted butter with a 1/4 cup of buttermilk.Brush loaf with the mixture. Cut an "X" into the top of the loaf.

Bake loaf for 30-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Can continue to brush the mixture on the loaf as it bakes. Let cool for 20 mintues and enjoy.

recipe found here

Chapter News: Jazz and Eggs

Come join us as we kick-off our Evening of the Arts, with Jazz and Eggs with the Ladies of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Columbus Alumni Graduate Chapter. The event will take place on March 20, 2010 at the Holiday Inn at the Airport from 9-12pm. Tickets for the event are $15.00. Come and listen to some smooth jazz, see a preview of the fabulous art that will be shown at this years Evening of the Arts and have some yummy eats. If you would like more information, please contact us at DOS1922@yahoo.com.





Central Region News: Indianapolis Here We Come....

Final preparations are being made for the 70th Annual Central Region Conference that will take place March 11-14, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana. For final preparations and additional information, click here. Hope to see you there!!!!

Click here for a packing travel checklist to make your trip go easier.

Are you interested in working with like-minded women? Do you enjoy serving your community? Would you like more information about Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. Columbus Alumni Graduate Chapter? Contact

us at DOS1922@yahoo.com.

Sigmaanouncements

• Happy birthday to all sorors that celebrate a birthday this month.
• Happy Sigma anniversary to all sorors who celebrate this month.

If you have any questions or comments...click below where it says Sigma Sayings or at DOS1922@yahoo.com.