92nd NARC Registration Guide - REVISED

SpPonAsorCshiKp AGES

Founder $50,000

LEVEL

All benefits from Innovators and Rainmakers funding levels
Website recognition and logo placement at the opening and closing segments.
Inclusion on eveWnOt RpKaSgHeOoPnSNorth Atlantic Region’s website and mobile app with
sponsor’s logo/hyperlink for one year
Option to serve as key sponsor for signature program with ability to host a
webinar or panel discussion during the following year
In person and online product showcase: Participate as Conference Exhibitor
and/or engage attendees virtually with full color images along with detailed
product descriptions
Branding on select item in conference bag and document upload (i.e., share
marketing materials with attendees that they can save in their “virtual swag
bags”.)
Videos: Engage attendees with videos embedded in your online profile
Branding: Conference app, main stage, keynote and closing event
Invitation to VIP Reception

Innovator $30,000

LEVEL

All benefits from Rainmakers funding level
Verbal acknowledgement during event
Participation on one (1) workshop panel and one (1) video during event
Ability to offer aWgOroRuKpSHdOisPcSount, loyalty or affinity card program
Sponsor email blast to all event registrants
Inclusion in Digital and/or print Souvenir Journal and Conference Guide
(10) Gala Table Tickets and four (4) Tickets to the Regional Director’s Dinner

Please contact Soror Carolyn "Cookie" Mason at [email protected]

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SpPonAsorCshiKp AGES

Rainmaker $20,000

LEVEL

Sponsor logo/link in all event email and landing pages

Placement on event page with sponsor’s logo/link

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Regional Director’s Dinner

Half-page ad in the Digital and/or print Souvenir Journal and in the Conference

Guide

Participation in the Diversity Career Fair and Brand Exhibit opportunity

Sustainer $15,000

LEVEL

Sponsor logo/link in all event email and landing pages

Placement on event page with sponsor’s logo/link

Two (2) tickets tiWnoOtthhReeKDRSHeigOgitiPoaSnl aanl Dd/iorercptroirnDt Sinonuevrenir Journal and company name
¼ page listing

listed in the Conference Guide

Tastemaker $5,000-$10,000

LEVEL

Deepen brand awareness and receive comprehensive brand exposure with

customized activations and experiences. North Atlantic Regional Conference

oppWorotruknsihtioeps/TinhcoluuWgdOheR,t bKLuSetHadOaerPerSsnhoipt limited to:
Sponsor

Digital Photo Booth or Social Media Sponsor

Ivy Connections Networking Lounge Sponsor

Leadership Academies Sponsor

EAF Breakfast Sponsor

Regional Director’s Dinner Sponsor

Please contact Soror Carolyn "Cookie" Mason at [email protected]

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®

North Atlantic Region Soror Sponsorship

2022 - 2023

November 10, 2022

Hello Notable North Atlantic Sorors,

We will continue the tradition of providing Sorors the opportunity to support our Regional
Conferences. Soror Sponsorship level contributions will be used to offset the expenses of
our 92nd North Atlantic Regional Conference (NARC) to be held March 9-12, 2023, in
Philadelphia, PA.

Under the F.I.R.S.T. administration, we are adding a new Tea Rose level which allows
you to register early and have a room reserved for you in the host hotel. There are a
limited number of Tea Rose sponsorships that include a reservation at the host hotel, and
they are available on a first come basis until November 30, 2022. When the official
registration opens for everyone, you’ll be able to go back in and register for any other
events that you would like to attend. A description of each sponsorship level is listed below.

Further, to ensure quality and consistency, I have appointed Soror Nayenday Thurman as
Regional Chairman of Soror Sponsorship and she will work in conjunction with the
appointed NARC Steering Committee for each conference. We want to make sure you get
the value of your sponsorship! Soror Nayenday is part of the North Atlantic Corporate
Sponsorship and Partnerships Committee Chaired by Soror Carolyn “Cookie” Mason.

Please note that Sorors who participated in Soror Sponsorship under the previous
administration, if you are willing to continue at your previous level or above, we will give you
a special “Thank You” by providing a unique discount code to be used at the new NAR
Boutique once it is open.

Sisterly Serving You F.I.R.S.T.,

Soror Elicia Pegues Spearman Soror Nayenday Thurman
North Atlantic Regional Director Chairman, Soror Sponsorship

Fellowship~Innovation~Respect~Serve~Thrive

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®
North Atlantic Region Soror Sponsorship

2022 - 2023

Soror Sponsorship Levels

Tea Rose: Giving of $2,000
● Room will be reserved for you at the NARC host hotel connected to the Convention Center and
you’ll receive a Welcome Basket. This reserved room benefit is only available if you REGISTER
AND PAY for the Tea Rose Soror Sponsorship level and registration PRIOR TO NARC
registration opening thus we anticipate closing this option around November 30, 2022. There are
limited quantities available on first come basis. Once registration is open, you can still be a Tea
Rose sponsor and receive all other benefits except the reserved hotel room.
● NARC Conference Guide
● Souvenir Journal
● Tea Rose Sponsor Badge label
● Special gift
● Acknowledged during the Public Meeting, in the Conference Guide, and in the Souvenir Journal
● Reserved seating at the Public Meeting, Awards Gala, and all other paid ticketed events
● Access to special invitation only events
● Discount at NAR Boutique $100

Ivy: Giving of $1,000
● NARC Conference Guide
● Souvenir Journal
● Ivy Sponsor Badge label
● Special gift
● Acknowledged during the Public Meeting, in the Conference Guide, and in the Souvenir Journal
● Reserved seating at the Public Meeting and all other paid ticketed events (Awards Gala not
included)
● Discount at NAR Boutique $50

Pearl: Giving of $500
● Digital Souvenir Journal
● Pearl Sponsor Badge label
● Special gift
● Acknowledged during the Public Meeting, in the Conference Guide, and in the Souvenir Journal
● Reserved seating at the Public Meeting
● Discount at NAR Boutique $25

Pink and Green (Undergraduates Only): $100
● Digital Souvenir Journal
● Pink and Green Sponsor Badge label
● Special gift
● Acknowledged in the Souvenir Journal
● Discount at NAR Boutique $10

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®

North Atlantic Region Soror Sponsorship

2022 - 2023

 Yes, I can commit to the following sponsorship level. Please check one:

Tea Rose $2,000
Ivy $1,000
Pearl $500
Pink and Green (Undergraduates Only) $100

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION Chapter:

Name: State:
Address: Zip:
City: Facebook:
Phone: Instagram:
Email:
Twitter:

METHOD OF PAYMENT

Please make checks payable to: Mail checks and credit card information to:
North Atlantic Region of Alpha Alpha Kappa Alpha® North Atlantic Region
c/o Kristina Fripps
Kappa Alpha Sorority, P.O. Box 457
Incorporated® Burlington, NJ 08016

Email completed form to:
[email protected]

 Will pay as part of registration. Please note: Tea Rose level payments must be received NO
LATER THAN NOVEMBER 30, 2022, or you will not receive the option to have a room reserved
at the host hotel.
 Enclosed check in the amount of $

 Please bill the following amount to my credit card $

 Visa  MasterCard  American Express

Name as it appears on the card:

Card Number: Expiration Date: Verification #:

Billing Address:

Authorized Signature:

THANK YOU for supporting the North Atlantic Region Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®.
Please contact Nayenday Thurman if you have any questions at [email protected]
or (978) 987-7341.

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Chapter Awards,
Exhibits and Display

Information

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CHAPTER AWARDS SUBMISSION FEE FORM

Dear Chapter Basilei, Graduate Advisors and Chapter Awards Committee Chairmen:

To participate in the 2023 North Atlantic Regional Awards process each chapter
must pay a $60.00 registration fee to be eligible to submit up to five entries for
judging. An additional $40.00 must be submitted for additional entries (1 or more
entries). All fees must be submitted by Tuesday, January 17, 2023. No refunds will
be provided.

Please make the CHAPTER CHECK or MONEY ORDER payable to the AKA NORTH
ATLANTIC REGION. PERSONAL CHECKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Chapter Awards
Submission Fees must be sent prior to awards submissions. Please fill out the
JotForm for Awards Committee information. Also, complete the information on
both pages below and mail, along with your entry fee, to:

Mail to:
Soror Kristina Fripps
92ND NARC Financial Secretary
Awards Submission Form
P.O. Box 457
Burlington, New Jersey 08016

Chapter Name:

Name of 2023 Basileus:

Chapter Address:

Telephone Number: ( )

Contact Email Address:

Number of Entries (please see entry list on second page):

Type of Chapter: Graduate Chapter Undergraduate Chapter

Chapter Size as of 12-31-22 (Please Circle): Small (1-150) Medium (151-350) Large (351+)

Number of sorors in the chapter as of 12-31-22:

Cluster Number (Please Circle): 1 2 3 4 5

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Award Category Who Can Submit? Check if
Submitting
Chapter of the Year G/U
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Basileus of the Year G/U
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Officer of the Year G/U

Nellie May Quander Leadership Award G/U

New Soror of the Year G

Pearl Soror of the Year G

Golden Soror of the Year G

Silver Star Soror of the Year G

Exemplary Citizen Award G

Spotlight Public Relations Award G

Caregivers Award G

Graduate Advisor of the Year U

Miss AKA U

International Program Awards

Strengthen Our Sisterhood G/U

Empower Our Families G/U

Enhance Our Environment G/U

Advocate For Social Justice G/U

Uplift Our Local Communities G/U

Excellence in Education G/U

"Soaring Now" Award Honorable G/U
Mention (No Fee)

Former Regional Directors’ Awards

Anne Mitchem Davis Family Health G/U

Mildred W. Stuart ECHO G/U

Nellie W. Gaylord Young Educator G/U

Ruth C. Easley Chapter Reactivation G

Idell S. Pugh Angel G

Erma W. Barron Making A Difference G/U

Wilma Holmes Tootle Educational G
Advancement

C. Edith Booker Collaboration G/U

Joy Elaine Daley Tutorial Service G/U

Evelyn Sample-Oates H.O.P.E. G/U

Constance R. Pizarro Promise G/U

Meredith L. Henderson Packed, U
Polished, Prepared

Mary Bentley LaMar G/U

TO: Chapter Basilei and Graduate Advisors

FROM: Soror Joie Jolevare, Chairman, NARC Vendor Relations

RE: 2023 Chapter Exhibits Competition and Displays Showcase

The Notable North Atlantic Region of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® is excited to host the
2023 Chapter Exhibits Competition and Displays Showcase. This is your opportunity to share
the program initiatives and community service events sponsored by your chapter.

We cordially invite your chapter to showcase its achievements over the course of the last year by
submitting a chapter exhibit or display during our 2023 North Atlantic Regional Conference (NARC).
Award consideration is limited only to submissions classified as a chapter exhibit. A chapter display
may be submitted to be showcased during NARC but will not be eligible for award consideration. First,
second, and third place recognition will be given to six (6) Exhibit entries – three (3) given to
undergraduate chapters and three (3) given to graduate chapters. Please review and adhere to the
2022-2023 North Atlantic Regional Conference Awards Handbook guidelines.

REGISTRATION: All chapter exhibit and display submissions must be registered. The registration fee
for undergraduate chapters is $40, and the registration fee for graduate chapters is $60. Upon
receipt of the Chapter Exhibits and Displays Registration Form and the required payment,
your space, including one six-foot (6 ft.) table, will be reserved. Requests for additional tables and
electrical outlets will incur an additional fee, which must be submitted by Saturday, February
11, 2023.

DEADLINE: A completed registration form and payment must be received by Saturday, January
28, 2023. Please remit payment in the form of a money order or chapter check, made payable to AKA
North Atlantic Region. No personal checks will be accepted. Please complete the Chapter
Exhibits and Display Registration Form online, print your email confirmation, and mail both the
confirmation page and payment to: AKA North Atlantic Region c/o Kristina Fripps, PO BOX 457
Burlington, NJ 08016.

SETUP/REMOVAL: All chapter exhibits and displays must be registered and assembled on
Wednesday, March 8, 2023, between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. or Thursday,
March 9 , 2023, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. and dismantled and removed by
Sunday, March 12, 2023, between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Please note that a late fee of $50.00
will be assessed to your chapter if your exhibit or display is not assembled, dismantled, and removed
within the allotted time.

CONTACTS: If you have questions or need further clarification, please contact Soror Joie Jolevare
via email at [email protected].
The Sorors of Cluster II thank you for joining us to highlight your chapter's success stories in
Philadelphia. We look forward to enhancing your chapter's visibility and allowing you to display how
you are exemplifying and magnifying a "F.I.R.S.T." mindset in the Notable North Atlantic Region.
We encourage you to participate, register early and showcase your outstanding service to our
communities on behalf of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®.

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Souvenir Journal

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TO: Chapter Basilei and Graduate Advisors

FROM: Sheronda-Rae Ball, Chairman, NARC Souvenir Journal Committee
Renee Rhem, Co-Chairman, NARC Souvenir Journal Committee

The Members of Cluster II are excited to share our F.I.R.S.T. LOVE with you at the 92nd North Atlantic
Regional Conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania! The NARC Souvenir Journal is the perfect way to
commemorate the occasion and recognize the Notable North Atlantic Region’s leadership, chapters,
and Sorors. We are requesting your support through the purchase of ads.

Ad Prices: Ads must be:

GRADUATE UNDERGRADUATE Ads must be camera-ready with high-
CHAPTERS & MEMBERS CHAPTERS & MEMBERS resolution images (at least 300 dpi) to ensure
FRIENDS/FAMILY/BUSINESSES clear, high-quality reproduction and will only be
Full Page - $250
Full Page - $350 Half page - $175 accepted in JPEG or PNG formats. Please
complete the NARC Souvenir Journal Ad Form
Half page - $225 and email it along with your ad to NARC 2023
Journal Ads ([email protected]).

All submission

s & payments
must be received by

Please use the following naming conventions for all submissions: February 1, 2023.

Chapter submission: [Chapter Name]_NARCAD 2023, i.e., OMO_NARCAD2023

Business or individual submission: [Business/Individual Name]_NARCAD2023, i.e.,

IvyHealth_NARCAD2023

Make chapter check, cashier’s check, money order, or business check payable to AKA North Atlantic Region.
No cash or personal checks will be accepted. Payments must be mailed with a copy of the Souvenir Journal Ad form
to the address below:

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., North Atlantic Region
c/o Kristina Fripps
P.O. Box 457

Burlington, NJ 08016

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Contact the Souvenir Journal Committee by clicking HERE or emailing
[email protected].

TO: Chapter Basilei & Graduate Advisors NARC 2023
COMMEMORATIVE
SOUVENIR JOURNAL

FROM: Sheronda-Rae Ball, Chairman, NARC Souvenir Journal Committee
Renee Rhem, Co-Chairman, NARC Souvenir Journal Committee

The Sorors of Cluster II are excited to share our F.I.R.S.T. LOVE with you at the 92nd North Atlantic
Regional Conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania! The NARC Souvenir Journal is the perfect way to
commemorate the occasion and recognize the Notable North Atlantic Region’s leadership, chapters,
and Sorors. We are requesting your support through the purchase of ads.

Ad prices are listed below:

GRADUATE UNDERGRADUATE
CHAPTERS & MEMBERS CHAPTERS & MEMBERS
FRIENDS/FAMILY/BUSINESSES



Full Page - $350 Full Page - $250

Half page - $225 Half page - $175

Ads must be camera-ready with high-resolution images (at least 300 dpi) to ensure clear, high-
quality reproduction and will only be accepted in JPEG or PNG formats. Please complete the NARC
Souvenir Journal Ad Form and email it along with your ad to NARC 2023 Journal Ads
([email protected]).

Please use the following naming conventions for all submissions:
Chapter submission: [Chapter Name]_NARCAD 2023, i.e., OMO_NARCAD2023
Business or individual submission: [Business/Individual Name]_NARCAD2023, i.e.,
IvyHealth_NARCAD2023

Make chapter check, cashier’s check, money order or business check payable to AKA North Atlantic
Region. No cash or personal checks will be accepted. Payments must be mailed with a copy of the
Souvenir Journal Ad form to the address below:

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., North Atlantic Region
c/o Kristina Fripps
P.O. Box 457

Burlington, NJ 08016

ALL SUBMISSIONS & PAYMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY FEBRUARY 1, 2023.

If you have any questions, please contact the Souvenir Journal Committee by
clicking HERE or emailing [email protected].

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Additional Conference
Information

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver Luncheon

Dear Notable North Atlantic Region Chapter Basilei and Sorors:

The Notable North Atlantic Regional Director, Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq.,
and Cluster II Sorors cordially invite you to join us in honoring our Diamond,
Pearl, Golden and Silver Sorors (DPGS) initiated in 1948, 1958, 1973 and 1998,
respectively at the 92nd North Atlantic Regional Conference in Philadelphia, PA.

The DPGS Luncheon Committee is planning an exciting and memorable
F.I.R.S.T. Love celebration. The committee is preparing to honor our F.I.R.S.T.
and Finest Crown Jewels - Diamond, Pearl, Golden, Silver Sorors in the fashion
in which they deserve. The stage is set, the runway is decked out and the
spotlight is shining bright. During this celebratory luncheon on Friday, March
10, 2023, at 12:00 PM at the Philadelphia Convention Center, the chapter
Basilei may sign up for assigned tables for chapters on a first request first
served basis, and there will be a reserved section for the Honorees.

To help celebrate this momentous occasion, family and friends may purchase
tickets for this event only if they are registered guests for the conference.
Tickets for guests must be purchased at the time of registration for NARC 2023.

ALL FIRST TIME Diamonds (initiated 1948), Pearls (initiated 1958), Golden
(initiated 1973), and Silver (initiated 1998) sorors must:
• Meet the requirement for recognition of 75, 65, 50, or 25 years of

membership and have not been recognized at a previous Regional
Conference or Boule
• Register for the 2023 North Atlantic Regional Conference in Philadelphia,
PA
• Purchase a ticket to the Diamond, Pearl, Golden and Silver Soror Luncheon
at the time of registration
• Complete the Diamond, Pearl, Golden and Silver Soror Luncheon Honoree
Information Request Jot Form online by Friday, February 3rd

Please email [email protected] for questions.
The NARC 2023 DPGS Luncheon Committee is looking forward to welcoming
you to this spectacular celebration.

With Sisterly Love,
Soror Cynthia Johnson Nelson, Chairman
Soror Crystal Barney, Co-Chairman
[email protected]

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Step Show Registration
Information

STEP SHOW COMPETITION

Our illustrious North Atlantic Regional Director, Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq. and
the Cluster II members of the Notable Atlantic Region invite you to join us for an
evening of fun!

This event will be an evening of entertainment as we watch teams participate in the
“Stomp the Yard- First Love Step Show Competition and After-Party.”

We are inviting North Atlantic Region chapters, local PanHellenic Council teams and
community or church teams to register their groups to participate.

If you would like to participate, please contact the Step Show Chairman at
[email protected] and complete the following JotForm:
https://bit.ly/92StepShow.

The deadline to register your team and pay the $50 non-refundable entry fee is
Friday, February 3, 2023. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® and the Step Show and
After-Party Committee reserve the right to determine all participants.

Once the winners are announced, we will open up the floor for all to party and stroll!
Come ready to represent our sorority in your paraphernalia. Fraternities will
compete against each other. Sororities will compete against each other. Prizes will
be awarded to the top performers.

Step Competition Prizes

Sorority Prize: 1st Place - $1,500 2nd Place - $750 3rd Place - $375
Fraternity Prize: 1st Place - $1,500 2nd Place - $750 3rd Place - $375

We are excited to have you “Stomp the Yard” in the City of Sisterly Love!
Sisterly,
Morgan Thornton, Chairman
Dina White Griffin, Co-Chairman

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GENERAL STEP SHOW REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Registration will close on Friday, February 3, 2023. There will be no on-site registration.
Please send the non-refundable entry fee of $50.00 to:

Certified check or money order made payable to:
Alpha Kappa Alpha North Atlantic Region

Mail to:
Kristina Fripps, NAR Financial Secretary
Attn: NARC 2023 Step Show
P.O. Box 457
Burlington, New Jersey 08016
Registration Contact Email: [email protected]

Participating team members must be active financial members of an undergraduate
or graduate chapter of a fraternity or sorority within the National Pan-Hellenic
Council; or active members of a community or church team. Teams will be informed
with a follow-up email on instructions and directions for the show. The performance
order will be provided the day of the performance.

All performing organizations must submit registration forms and team rosters. All
team members must check in at the NARC office (Pennsylvania Convention
Center) no later than 6:00 pm on Friday, March 10, 2023.

A team can have a maximum of ten (10) performers but no less than two (2)
members performing. All music must be submitted via email by Friday, March 3,
2023 to [email protected].

Please bring a copy of your music on a flash drive just in case there are any
unforeseen circumstances. Each team will have up to ten (10) minutes to perform.
Each team will be timed once your organization is called and the total number of
performers reaches the performance floor. Points will be deducted for performances
that pass the allotted time limit.

Rules and Regulations

All competing teams should have no more than two (2) helpers and the group (team
& helpers) will not be assessed a ticket fee to enter the Step Show and After-Party
event. All teams must register using the following JotForm link:
https://bit.ly/92StepShow.

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Rules and Regulations (continued)

1. Participants will be eligible to compete as long as they are financial members of
an undergraduate or graduate (or combined) chapters of the National
PanHellenic Council (NPHC). Team members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®
also shall refer to the North Atlantic Region Step & Stroll guidelines outlined in the
members only section of the North Atlantic Region website.

2. Sexually explicit music or physical gestures are grounds for IMMEDIATE
disqualification. Any obscenity, nudity, violence, degrading of other organizations,
explicit or lewd acts (e.g., humping the floor, eating pie, etc.), EXCESSIVE gyrations,
and use of vulgarity will result in point deductions OR team disqualification. If a
team member is found to be disruptive, disrespectful, or expressly unprofessional,
the team will be disqualified. This includes any vulgar or disrespectful behavior on
or off the stage directed to any team member or official.

3. The performance is limited to a minimum of five (5) minutes and a maximum
of ten (10) minutes. Two (2) points for each additional minute over the time limit
will be deducted from the organization’s overall score.

4. Prize money will be awarded to organizations in the competition team category
only.

5. All participants are required to check in at the "NARC" office (Pennsylvania
Convention Center) between 5:00 and 6:00 PM.

6. The order of the acts will be decided upon by the event chairman and Alpha
Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®

7. Beginning at 5:00 PM based upon the order of arrival, each team will be
allotted 15 minutes of stage preparation beginning at 5:30 PM.

8. If the team does not arrive by the last time slot of 7:30 PM, they will not be
afforded a run though on the stage.

9. Each act is allowed to have no more than two (2) persons designated to
handle music and props for their show. These persons must be available as the
group performs to set the stage and cue sound personnel. Music must be
CLEAN (no profanity) and prepared by performance time. If lighting cues vary
during the show, each team also should have a stage/lighting coordinator.

10. The beginning of the show is deemed as the first movement, word, or song
from the performing organization. At the moment in which the first action is
displayed, the clock will start.

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Rules and Regulations (continued)

8. The following props are NOT permitted on stage or to be used at any point during
the performance:
• Screens, floor shows, fog machines, fire/fireworks (pyrotechnics), or special
lighting
• Helium balloons and confetti
• Baby oil, water, other liquids and food

All props and special requirements must be approved by the committee by emailing
[email protected].
9. Anyone found attempting to sneak people, alcohol, drugs, or other contraband

into the show will be immediately disqualified from the competition and will be
subject to arrest.
10. All participants must present a valid picture ID to enter the performance facility.
Other members of your organization that are not performing may not be
backstage or on stage at any time during the show and must purchase a ticket
for entry. All tickets can be purchased online at https://bit.ly/92StompTheYard
after January 6, 2023.

Points Reduction and Disqualifications

1. Registration Committee Co-Chairman
a. Every minute the team exceeds the 10-minute maximum time limit will
result in a two (2) point reduction from the final score.
b. Use of foul language, music, or sexually explicit physical gestures (i.e.,
vulgarity) will result in point deductions and/or disqualification.
i. Disqualifications: Inappropriate content (nudity, fighting, sexually
offensive, etc.)
ii. Deductions only will be made if a majority of the judges feel the
organization has committed a violation.
iii. Please keep in mind the audience that will be attending this
performance will include individuals of various ages (children, VIPs,
etc.). For this reason, groups are asked to refrain from profanity in the
music selection and alluding to the use of alcohol and/or drugs.
c. Groups whose music that contains sexually explicit language will be subject
to penalty and/or disqualification.
d. The Regional Director reserves the right to disqualify a team for any of the
reasons above.

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Points Reduction and Disqualifications (continued)

2. Music
a. All music must be submitted via email by Friday, March 3, 2023, at
[email protected]. Please bring a copy of your music on a
flash drive just in case there are any unforeseen circumstances.

3. Day of Performance Check-in

a. It is mandatory for all teams to check in at the NARC office in the
Pennsylvania Convention Center.

b. Participants should check in between 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm.

4. Prizes

a. Fraternities will compete against each other. Sororities will compete
against each other.

b. Prizes will be awarded to the top performers.
c. Only competition teams are eligible for prize money and must pay the

$50.00 non-refundable entry fee.
d. Prizes are as follows for competing teams:

Sorority Prize: 1st Place - $1,500 2nd Place - $750 3rd Place - $375

Fraternity Prize: 1st Place - $1,500 2nd Place - $750 3rd Place - $375

If you are deemed a winner, please notify us in writing to whom the check should be
payable and the address where the check should be mailed. Prize money only will
be awarded to the organization. It cannot be awarded to individuals.

Scoring

Judges will be representatives chosen from National Pan-Hellenic Council
organizations.

Categories Points 1 - 15

• Originality/Creativity 1 - 10
1 - 15
• Stage Presence 1-5
• Sound/Pitch 1-5
• Costume
• Crowd Reaction

Min. Points: 5 pts
Max Points: 50 pts

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Events & Activities
Fliers

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92nd North Atlantic Regional Conference

F.I.R.S.T. and Finest

Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq., Regional Director
Danette Anthony Reed, International President & CEO

Janelle C. McIntyre, Conference Chairman

Celebrating Our

Crown Jewels

Diamond

Pearl

Golden

Silver

Pennsylvania Convention Center

Friday, March 10, 2023
12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Cynthia Johnson Nelson Crystal Barney

Committee Chairman Committee Co-Chairman
Phi Beta Omega Chapter Xi Delta Omega Chapter

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