Hampton Alumnae Spotlight - October 2020

OCTOBER 2020

STRONGER TOGETHER

PRESIDENT’S MONTHLY MESSAGE

Gree ngs Sorors, about the importance of vo ng in one of the most
consequen al Presiden al and Congressional elec ons.
I am excited about this sorority year. Sorors, we can do all of this virtually, because we have
Even though we will operate a li le “ ” in our hearts. Hampton Alumnae Chapter sorors
differently, because of the constraints are resilient, resourceful and crea ve. We will find ways to
imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, we con nue moving forward with our programs while heeding
will con nue to do the work of Delta as the guidelines from Na onal Headquarters, as well as from
best we can, though virtually. We will con nue to find Joy in and our local and state government.
our sisterhood, Power in our voice, and Service in our heart,
all in keeping with our 2020-2021 na onal theme. We can Lastly, Sorors I employ each of you, especially during these
do all of these things through our newly introduced HAC mes, to be your sister’s keeper, support your sisters and
monthly newsle er.
pray for your sisters. For when we do, WE and our CHAPTER
Here, we can maintain that “Joy” in our sisterhood as we wins.

share in our sorors’ joys and successes. Here, we will Stay Safe,

proclaim that there is “ ” in our voices as we share Hampton Alumnae Chapter

recommenda ons on how we will inform our communi es

IN THIS ISSUE Commi ee Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Sensa onal Sorors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
In Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2020-2022 Execu ve Board . . . . . . . . 2 VOTE 2020 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Stay Connected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Execu ve Board Retreat. . . . . . . . . . . 3 Birthdays and Celebra ons . . . . . . . . 15 Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Regional Conference Recap . . . . . . . . 4
Breast Cancer Awareness Month . . . 8

HAMPTON ALUMNAE CHAPTER of DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.

2200-2202

OFFICERS

Z. Janez Joyner Pace Anne e Monroe-Mar n Valerie Fauntleroy

President 1st Vice President 2nd Vice President

Recording Secretary Tonya Grant Sergeant-At-Arms Pamela Ellio
Asst. Recording Secretary Joann Lewis-Nixon Chaplain Lisa Crump
Corresponding Secretary Karen Albany Custodian Hope Tyler
Financial Secretary Mary Vick Journalist Michelle Lewis
Asst. Financial Secretary Cheryl Griffin Parliamentarian Felecia Jordan
Treasurer Sharon Chappell Internal Auditor Regina Jones
Asst. Treasurer Felecia Blowe

COMMITTEES CHAIRS

Arts and Le ers Alice Capehart Protocol and Tradi ons Milly Swann

Audit Regina Jones Publicity Michelle Lewis

Budget and Finance Sharon Chappell Media Alice Brower

Heritage and Archive Jeane e Grase Scholarship Reatha Montgomery
Hospitality Runita White Social Shirley Smith

Membership Services Iris Mann Social Ac on Hope Harper

Nomina ng Virginia Owens Technology Tonya Grant
Nomina ng Members: Alice Brower, Time and Place Anita McCray

Karen McAdoo, Ways and Means Illa Hamle e

Reatha Montgomery Special Commi ees:

Pan-Hellenic Rhonda Rhodes  Collegiate Transi on Alaria Benton
Policies and Procedures/ Valerie Fauntleroy  Conven on Jasmine Bobbi

Rules of Order  Founders Day Stephanie Gwaltney

Program Planning and Development  May Week Cassandra Krah
 EMBODI Jenier Mitchell  Risk Management Anne e Monroe Mar n

 Delta Academy Michelle Jones  DeltaCare Ini a ve Facilitator Terry Guyton-Smith

 Delta GEMS Sandra Bailey Delta Emergency Response Jemecia Braxton-Barre

 Adopt-A-Spot Marnita Edwards Team (ERT) Coordinator Alfreada Brown-Kelly
 Economic Development Alexis Swann Mental Health Coordinator

 Interna onal Awareness Tammi Haggins-Ledbe er  Delta S.I.Z.E.D. Coordinator Hillary Brown

and Involvement Lucy Overton  Relay for Life Coordinator Delcenia Griffin-Hobson
 Food Bank and  St. Jude Coordinator Stephanie Durrah

Community Distribu ons  World Aids Day Coordinator Laurine Press

 School Partnership Reatha Montgomery

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Like the old Hollywood Squares game, people are becoming more and more accustomed to presen ng their best self in the
frame of rectangular box that lights up and glows when you speak. Early one Saturday morning in July sorors logged into Zoom
and laid eyes on sisters they had not seen in months. The laughter was infec ous and the joy in our sisterhood was plen ful.
Soror Pace welcomed everyone, and as an icebreaker and Board introduc on, each commi ee chair was called upon and asked
to share what unique skill they would bring to the Board using a word that began with the ini al of their name.

By their own admission, the 2020-2022 Board proclaimed they would serve with posi vity, thoroughness and joy along with
many other a ributes.

Soror Cynthia Hudson provided an informa ve mini workshop on Parliamentary Procedures to ensure all commi ee chairs are
equipped to properly par cipate in business mee ngs and conduct their commi ee mee ngs.

The Board has accepted the challenges of the current state of the country, sorority and community; and with the help of
commi ee members seeks crea ve ways to maintain engagement and fulfil the mission of the organiza on.

In their own words,
the 2020-2022
Executive Board

announced an array
of skills, attributes

and talents
they bring to
Hampton Alumnae

Artistry

JoyPositivity
Memorable

HopeMoments

Thoroughness

MagicBlack Girl Humility

MotivaCrteiaotinvity

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by Michelle Lewis

An opening ceremony, keynote address, memorial service, meet the candidates
session, elec on, wardrobe changes and more. It was everything any Delta would
expect from a Regional Conference. Except… there were no long registra on lines,
no luncheons with baked, smothered, or fried chicken, and none of the expenses
associated with travel. This, was the historic and unforge able Regional Conference
of 2020... a virtual experience.

A er years of planning and prepara on, it was announced that Throughout the Love-themed week, Sorors posted photos in
the 29th South Atlan c Regional Conference would be held in their favorite church hats, shared their favorite community
individual homes across Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina service ac vi es and showed off their perfectly posi oned
and Bermuda for one day instead of gathering in the host city of pyramids. Love Notes were wri en to express gra tude, and
Richmond, Virginia for the tradi onal four day mee ng. paraphernalia donned to flaunt the Love Le ers () of the
Although apart, sorors were connected and found joy in the sorority. The State Coordinators and Facilitators also hosted the
online celebra on and business of the sorority. The Regional Regional Leadership Recep on to honor the Regional Director
Leadership under the direc on of Regional Director Juanita and Regional Representa ve.
Massenburg and Regional Representa ve Precious Jemison,
kicked off the Conference with “A Delta Love Affair” Week to During the recep on, the Na onal Execu ve Commi ee, Past
generate excitement for the new mee ng format and provide Na onal Presidents, Divine Nine Representa ves and others
Sorors a fun way to engage with each other through social recalled moments shared with the Leadership that had many
media. laughing and crying over the hear elt sen ments. The evening
also involved a Delta Bingo game, a scavenger hunt for chapter

presidents and a mini stroll clinic with Delta’s
own DJ T.O.

President Pace and First Vice President Monroe-Mar n Saturday morning, the internet was abuzz and
prepare for the Regional Conference Opening Ceremony nearly 4,000 anxious and excited Deltas were
logged into Zoom. With pearls, violets and
white dresses (or maybe just white tops – it was
a er all Zoom, and no one knows what you're
wearing below the waist!) sorors managed
mul ple devices and showed just how tech
savvy they are by taking photos to post on
Facebook and Instagram with their phones,
while the computers held their place for the
business of the day.

President Pace and First Vice President Monroe-Mar n
were in place and ready to represent the Chapter.

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Si ng at opposite ends of a table, they were equipped with LABOR OF LOVE

conference materials, technology back-ups and snacks for the EVERYONE LOVES A PARADE A SPIRIT OF LOVE

day – as any well-prepared Vo ng Delegate would be. Close by (OF ELEPHANTS)

via phone was Second Vice President Valerie Fauntleroy who

served as the Alternate Vo ng Delegate. In the condensed one-

day conference format, the business of the sorority was handled

efficiently and effec vely. Several sorors commented that they

were more a en ve to the

“I know that under the speakers without the lure of the

circumstances, this is the vendors in a nearby exhibit hall.
way it had to be done. The Na onal Social Ac on
However, I missed Commissioners ignited the
listeners with their passionate
everything about actually pleas and eye-opening sta s cs
to con nue Census and Voter
a ending a RegIonal Registra on campaigns.
Conference; interac ng with

other Sorors, going to the

vendors, and especially the The Regional Awards segment LOVE TRIANGLE
formal ceremonies like the certainly had a endee's
a en on as chapter names
Opening and Closing.” were called for outstanding

- Charlene Boyd

programs and Hampton Alumnae
Sorors participate in A
accomplishments. Hampton Alumnae received the first place Delta Love Affair Week
activities by posting
award for its stellar Delta Academy program, chaired by Soror photos on the Regional
Facebook Page

Michelle Jones! The chapter was also nominated for its Arts and

Le ers’ 100 Dresses cultural ac vity and public service project.

At the end of the day when the last candle was ex nguished, Dr. LOVE LETTERS
Patricia Johnson and Illana Jamison took the helm for the
beginning of their journey as Regional Director and Regional
Representa ve, respec vely; and for all, the Delta Love Affair
con nued.

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by Delta Academy Commi ee

During the 29th South Atlan c Regional Conference, the Delta Academy of Hampton
Alumnae was awarded first place for its 2019-2020 sororal year programming.
Throughout the year, the commi ee held ac vi es for the par cipants which included
the Kick-Off, sessions on Money Management, Self-Esteem, An -Bullying and Human
Trafficking, the 5Ws of Community Service, and Journaling. Their last in-person ac vity
was HERstory, a program that brought to life the profound impact of African American
women on our community, country and the world.

Embracing Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.'s Dr Be y Shabazz Delta Academy na onal
program, The Hampton Alumnae Chapter commits to serving eleven to fourteen year old
girls in our service area through ac vi es which introduce, supplement or enhance
academic, leadership and life skills. We seek to remedy some of the challenges our girls
face in today's society. Our supervised structured ac vi es are conducted monthly in
collabora on with community businesses, agencies, and other chapter organiza ons.

The Goals/Objec ves of the DR Be y Shabazz Delta Academy Commi ee were as
follows: 1) reach at least 25 girls from our community especially those with great
poten al and a lack of opportunity, 2) follow the Na onal guidelines for the DR Be y
Shabazz Academy, 3) provide interac ve growth experiences on a monthly basis and
4) lead by example through behaviors, a re, and a tude.

The Delta Academy Commi ee con nues to work extremely hard to provide programs that
are engaging and interac ve to our young girls.

Hickory Alumnae  Kimberly Brothers,  Tarsha Burroughs, Chair
Omicron Phi Newport News Alumnae Raleigh Alumnae

 Pamela Murphy Lewis,  Shenita Cunningham,
Charlo e Alumnae Western Wake Alumnae

 B. Lisa Downey-Hood,  Joyce M. Diggs,
Portsmouth Alumnae Fredericksburg Area Alumnae

 Janet Lawrence-Pa en,
Conway Alumnae

 Erin Belmar, Omicron Phi
(Collegiate Member)

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Hampton Alumnae Sorors shared their virtual photo booth images
and thoughts on the Regional Conference experience.

”by Delcenia Hobson and Staysi P. Blunt

I liked the fact that I was able to focus in on the most important things, like the people. To be able
to focus on the individual that was speaking was a focal point for me. Also, we were more on me
than we usually are at an actual conference. I was also amazed at what technology can do. I did,
however, miss the Opening Session. - Audrey Cooper

”I liked the fact that it was one day; it seems like we’ve learned that we can get a lot done in one

day. The expense was a plus, because we didn’t have to go anywhere, but, I missed seeing
everyone, mee ng the candidates and hearing them speak, the Memorial Service, and most of all,
I miss all the pomp and circumstance. - Cheryl Griffin

”I thoroughly enjoyed my 1st Regional conference. The conference was enlightening and very

informa ve!! I was so excited, I changed a re twice! All I could think about was the blessing of
being a dis nct woman of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc....definitely a dream come true.”

- Gala Harvell

”My first Regional Conference was not what I expected but everything I expected. Yes, I missed the

mee ng of new Sorors from across the region. But watching the business aspect of Delta on the
Regional level gave me a new found respect for what we do. - Pam Porter

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by Sheila Williams ”

Breast Cancer Awareness is an annual interna onal health campaign organized by ”
major breast cancer chari es every October to increase awareness of the disease
and to raise funds for research into its cause, preven on, diagnosis, treatment and
cure. The campaign also offers informa on and support to those affected by breast
cancer. A variety of events around the world are organized in October, including
walks and runs, and the pink illumina on of landmark buildings.

In 1998 I was diagnosed with this disease in the early stage. All I could
think about was death, ques oning God, “why me Lord”? The word cancer
was known as death. Two weeks later I was diagnosed with cervical cancer
on the surface of my cervix. I had two types of surgeries at the same me
to remove some of my breast and DNC. The cervical cancer was
completely removed but the par al breast had to be completely removed
due to lack of cancer clearance. I had to do chemo for 4 months. I have
been free of breast cancer for 20 years. I had two other types of cancer, a
rare cancerous polyp in my colon that tried to a ack my body and AML
Leukemia which I had to have the bone marrow transplant in 2010. I
thank God for His healing and giving me a second chance in life. Had it not
been for the Lord and my family I wouldn't have made it. I've been cancer
free since then.

It is important that we know how to prevent breast cancer or to catch it in the
early stages. When breast cancer is detected early, and if adequate diagnosis and
treatment are available, there is a good chance that breast cancer can be cured.
Women should examine their breast frequently to feel for any type of knots in the
breast ssue and should have a mammogram screening done once a year.

The Hampton Alumnae Chapter honors all cancer survivors and fighters. The Lord
has truly blessed us all with a second chance in life.

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Even in the deep pit of the chaos. Below are a few organiza ons that provide
that has stormed her mind today, resources or informa on on breast cancer.
she knows she will be okay,
for when the weight of it all is too heavy, — provides
her soul is still steadied and she is carried, medical informa on, treatment decision tools,
and no amount of darkness can pull her away. news and support resources. www.cancer.org
For since the days of her youth, (Na onal DST Charitable Partner)
She has fought through so many things,
and though at times she has felt ® — promises to save lives
she was nothing and end breast cancer forever by empowering
more than a severed thread, people, ensuring quality care for all and
by grace she was reminded energizing science to find the cures.
even in the storm www.komen.org
there were brighter days ahead.
— provides outreach
-Morgan Harper Nichols and educa on on the impact of breast cancer
in the African American community.
www.sistersnetworkinc.org

—
provides legal and advocacy help with dispu ng
insurance claim denials. pa entadvocate.org

— provides informa on on
finding insurance op ons, preven on and
comparing the quality of health care providers.

— answers ques ons
about breast implants. www.fda.gov

... A Clip From the

Heritage & Archives Commi ee

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Highlights

ADOPT-A-SPOT by Marnita Edwards

The Crimson and Cream Adopt-A-Spot Team, honors someone every year for their
phenomenal cleaning du es to the commi ee. This person goes above and beyond the
Adopt-a-Spot Team's commitment to clean outside of our monthly cleaning by cleaning her
neighborhood as well. The 2019-2020 “Chick with the S ck” is Soror Mildred Forbes. She
has collected over 50 bags of trash in her neighborhood! She collects her bags, takes
pictures, sends them to Commi ee Chair as proof, documents her bag numbers and lets the
Chair know as soon as she is done! She will come to the monthly mee ngs with a smile
while bringing her soror sassiness. She does not let age bother her while bending down,
compe ng in cleaning treasure hunts, waving at the commuters, and bringing her jokes. She
is an awesome soror, and the commi ee commends her efforts and diligence.

DELTA S.I.Z.E.D. by Hillary Brown

Congratula ons to all the 2019- 2020 (September- June) Delta S.I.Z.E.D par cipants! In
total, based on steps submi ed (via monthly paper calendars, email, text or MapMyWalk
par cipa on) we all completed approximately 7,038,462 steps (~3,520 miles) as a chapter!

The top 5 Performers for Most Steps for 2019-2020 are:

1) Hope Tyler 1,698,668

2) Donna Dabney 1,398,700

3) Marnita Edwards 1,217,112
4) Cherly Griffin 1,090,442

5) Sharon Chappell 620,267

SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS:
BACK-TO-SCHOOL WITH
BASSETTE ELEMENTARY

The familiar back-to-school checklist
includes backpacks, pencils, and notebooks
among many other supplies. This year,
back-to-school would mean back to the
home computer set-up in bedrooms,
kitchens and family rooms and a need for
President Pace (4th from left) along with Sorors Montgomery and WIlson present donations to Bassette Elementary non-tradi onal supplies. As teachers and
students navigated the world of virtual
learning they discovered that students needed another op on for communica ng through their virtual pla orm. School staff shared
that students could work more efficiently with access to dry-erase boards, and Hampton Alumnae put the wheels in mo on to assist.
In a short me, an appeal was made for sorors to donate $15.00 to cover the cost of a kit.

On September 16, the School Partnership Commi ee donated 420 kits which included a dry erase board, markers and erasers to
Basse e Elementary School. President Pace along with Soror Reatha Montgomery and Soror Sharon WIlson presented the dona on to
the school's administrators. They expressed apprecia on to the members of Hampton Alumnae for the though ulness and support,
further saying that “the kits are fi ng for all grade levels”.

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ARE YOU PREPARED? Highlights
DELTACARE MAKES SURE YOU ARE
Provided this month by:
Terry Guyton-Smith and Jemecia Braxton-Barre
 regard
Hurricane & Flood Season is upon us and 3. Since standard homeowners’ insurance as primary the bond of Sisterhood and
knowing your flood zone is key in does not cover flooding, ensure the giving of public service;
preparing your family for a poten al coverage by contac ng your insurance
emergency. company or agent to purchase flood  uphold the
insurance. This must be done before Cons tu on and Bylaws of Delta
Depending on the emergency, being safe there is even a threat of flooding as Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated;
might mean staying at home, a short trip insurance companies stop issuing
to higher ground, or traveling to a policies if there is a threat of flooding.  maintain high
different region of the state. Are you (i.e. an approaching hurricane). Many standards of personal conduct;
prepared? flood insurance policies take at least 30
days to go into effect so even if you can  support and promote
It is good prac ce to have enough food, buy it as a storm is approaching, it may the goals, objec ves, and programs
water, and medicine on hand always to not protect your investment. approved by Grand Chapter;
last you at least 3 days in the case of an
emergency. Water service may be You may be evacuated, so pack in  treat all persons with
interrupted or unsafe to drink and food advance. Do not wait un l the last dignity and respect;
requiring li le cooking and no moment to gather the essen als for
refrigera on may be needed if electric yourself, your family, and/or your pets.  exhibit
power is interrupted. You should also have compassionate and courteous
ba eries, blankets, flashlights, first aid kit, Make sure your cell phone and portable behavior toward sorors at all mes;
rubber boots, rubber gloves, and a NOAA radios are all charged in case you lose
Weather Radio or other ba ery-operated power or need to evacuate. Also make  refrain from making
radio easily available. sure you have back-up ba eries on hand. false or misleading statements about
the Sorority to another soror.
1. If you have access to sandbags or other If it is likely your home will flood, do not
materials, use them to protect your wait to be ordered to leave; evacuate Code of Ethics Excerpt-
home from flood waters if you have yourself! Make alterna ve plans for a SOURCE: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
sufficient me to do so. Filling place to stay. If you have pets, take them Code of Conduct, www.deltasigmatheta.org
sandbags can take more me than you with you or decide to board them at a
may think. facility far away from the flooding
danger.
2. Have a professional install check-valves
in plumbing to prevent flood waters h ps://va-know-your-
from backing up into the drains of your zone-vdemgis.hub.arcgis.com/
home. Make sure your sump pump is
working and consider having a backup.
Make sure your electric circuit
breakers, or fuses, are clearly marked
for each area of your home.

tFhroemArchives Chapter Sorors in 1960.
Le to right: Myrtle Hopson, Beulah R. Jones, Lillian Williams,
Ha e Lucas, Evangeline Hawli e, Rita Vaughan, Ellen Bowling,
Myrtle Ridley, Margaret Smith Taylor, and Gertrude Tull

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Highlights

RELAY FOR LIFE “LIGHTS UP VIRGINIA”
by Jenier Mitchell

On September 20, 2020, a brisk Sunday This event allowed Relay For Life Not only are these Sorors team captains
evening, the Event Leadership Team of Hampton to put a bow on the 2020 but also serve on the Event Leadership
Relay For Life Hampton lined the streets charitable year and welcome with open Team. All four of these teams completed
of Downtown Hampton with Luminaria arms the 2021 charity year which began the charity year as a Top 10 FUNdraising
Bags and Hope Lanterns. All of this in an on September 1. Team, which also seems to be a trending
effort to honor our ci es cancer Hampton Alumnae Chapter’s Relay For occurrence. Collec vely these four
Survivors and to celebrate the lives of Life Team, the Hampton Delta Diamonds teams raised just under $17,250.00 in
the ones that put up the good fight. the 2020 charity year and gave even
This Luminaria Ceremony was very more in their me and effort in person
different than the ones we have grown and virtually.
familiar with. We are all drawn to bags
lining a track, a moment of silence, an Because cancer never stops Relay For
inspira onal word, and being Life never stops, especially in Hampton.
surrounded by the arms of the ones we Sorors can donate year-round by
love. This year although Covid-19 reaching out to the new team captain of
cancelled our tradi onal June event we Hampton Delta Diamonds Soror Delcenia
are constantly reminded that Hope is Griffin Hobson or by going to the Relay
never cancelled. With that thought in For Hampton website and dona ng to
mind “Light Up Virginia” was the Team by searching by Team name.
conceptualized as a state wide event so Occasionally challenges and FUNdraisers
that we could s ll enjoy one of the best will be announced to help Sorors reach
parts of Relay For Life. Hampton, their individual and team goals for the
Suffolk and Newport News/York/ year. Last but certainly not least you can
Poquoson all held Drive by Luminaria reach out to the Event Chair for Relay For
Ceremonies on that Sunday Evening. Life Hampton our very own Soror Jenier
For the par cipants in Hampton turning captained by Soror Lola Rainey, exceeded Mitchell.
the corner off of Eaton Street onto their FUNdraising goal again this year as
Lincoln Street right under the glow of they tradi onally do. That is not where
Hampton's City Hall building was an Hampton Alumnae Chapter stops in its We all are praying for the day we can
overwhelming surprise for some. The support of Relay For Life. Three other look forward to walking a track or an
illumina on of bags and lanterns teams are captained by chapter Sorors. open field on a Friday evening to
stretched all the way to the opposite Relay Team First Bap st Church Hampton celebrate our Par cipants, Survivors, and
corner of King Street. Each with the is captained by Soror Reatha Caregivers. In a world of social distancing
name of a Survivor, Fighter, or Caregiver. Montgomery, Relay Team Ivy Crusaders and virtual ac vi es we will con nue to
for Cancer II is captained by Soror find ways to “Light Up Virginia” and even
Mildred Swann, and Relay Team Strikers more so Hampton.

1 is captained by Soror Audrey Cooper.

Illuminated bags and lanterns line the sidewalks of
Lincoln Street in downtown Hampton.

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Highlights

ST. JUDE AND THE DELTA PEARLS The Hampton Delta Pearls
have raised over $1,500 to
by Stephanie Durrah date and will con nue to
collect dona ons un l
St. Jude con nues to lead the way in pediatric treatment and October 30, 2020. Your
research focused on childhood cancer and other life-threatening dona on ma ers, and as
diseases, and the Hampton Alumnae Chapter's team, the Soror Marnita Edwards
Hampton Delta Pearls, has proudly supported their efforts by stated, “These children
par cipa ng in fundraising for their annual Walk/Run event for spend most of their lives
nine years. Each year our team has joined other sorority and in hospitals. They are
fraternity teams, and teams from within our local communi es to brave and strong li le
raise funds so that families never receive a bill from St. Jude for heroes who have to grow
treatment, travel, housing or food. up before their me.
Suppor ng St. Jude and
St. Jude believes that all a family should worry about is helping par cipa ng in the walks
their child. This year, while we were unable to par cipate in our allows me to support the
usual event at the Botanical Gardens in Norfolk, our goal was the families that are going through this trial with them. The
same…fundraise to help cure childhood cancer! So, on September dedica on of St. Jude is tremendously wonderful because I also
26th, during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the Hampton agree, that a family should worry about helping their child live,
Delta Pearls along with other supporters across the country and not about the financial burden.”
par cipated in the St. Jude Walk/Run Hampton Roads 2020
virtual event. For the first me, par cipants celebrated this
na onwide movement on the same day!

IN MEMORY OF

PAST CHAPTER PRESIDENT OF
HAMPTON ALUMNAE CHAPTER, DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.

Soror Eunice Frazier began her professional career as a teacher at Robert Moton
Elementary School, and she later became the Assistant Principal and went on to
become the Principal at Jane Bryan Elementary School in Hampton, Virginia. She
loved the field of educa on.
Soror Frazier pledged Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. in 1955 and became a member of Hampton Alumnae
Chapter (HAC) Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. She was a relessly and dedicated member of HAC and in 1974
became the Chapter's 14th President. Under Soror Frazier's leadership, the chapter got more involved in the local
poli cal process by a ending Hampton's City Council mee ngs. Later Soror Frazier organized the first ever
public cancer detec on seminar. Soror Frazier was a mentor for young sorors and o en par cipated in the
Membership Intake (MIT). In recent years, Soror Frazier became a member of the Hampton Delta Founda on
(HDF) and wrote the Founda on's policies. Soror Frazier believed that “membership in Delta Sigma Theta is a
life me commitment” even when she was wheelchair bound, she remained an ac ve member of Hampton
Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Inc.

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

By Hope Harper

The 2020 United States elec ons is scheduled for you, along with an oath you will sign and return sta ng
Tuesday, November 3, 2020. All 435 seats in the United you no longer have the original ballot. If you need
States House of Representa ves, 35 of the 100 seats in accommoda ons under ADA to vote absentee, call 757-
the United States Senate, and the office of President of 727-6218.
the United States will be contested.
Your request for an absentee ballot
IMPORTANT DATES must be received by 5 p.m. Oct. 23; sooner is be er
than later, due to what is expected to be a large volume
Last day to register to vote of requests.
for Nov. 3 elec on
Last day to request an absentee ballot The Hampton registrar will
BY MAIL for Nov. 3 elec on begin mailing absentee ballots to applicants on Sept. 18.
Last day to request an absentee ballot
IN PERSON for Nov. 3 elec on; Ballots returned by mail must be
Last Day to vote early postmarked no later than Nov. 3 and must be received
by noon on Friday, Nov. 6. You can also deliver your
REQUEST YOUR ABSENTEE BALLOT ballot in-person to the registrar's office. (You cannot
have someone else deliver your ballot.)
You can request your absentee ballot NOW!!
elec ons.virginia.gov/cas ng-a-ballot/absentee-vo ng/ Voter Registrar
1919 Commerce Drive- Suite 280, Hampton, VA 23666

VOTING ABSENTEE EARLY VOTING/ABSENTEE VOTING IN PERSON

Effec ve July 1, anyone can Anyone can vote absentee or early;
vote absentee; you no longer need to choose a reason. you no longer need to choose a reason.
However, if you are a first- me voter in Hampton, you
cannot vote absentee by mail unless you meet certain You can vote in person at the registrar's main
requirements. office or satellite office. You must bring an ID with you,
just as you would at your precinct.
Complete the online form (the quickest method)
or call the Registrar's Office to have a form sent to you. Friday, September 18 - Saturday, October 31;
You can also call the Hampton registrar's office at 757- Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
727-6218 to have the absentee ballot applica on sent to Saturdays, October 24 and 31 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
you. A er the registrar receives the applica on, a ballot You can vote early in person at the registrar's
will be mailed to you. If you received and then lost or main office or satellite office in Hampton:
threw away your absentee ballot, you can call and MAIN OFFICE- 1919 Commerce Drive- Suite 470
explain. The Registrar's Office will mail another ballot to SATELLITE OFFICE- 101 Kings Way

Nov. 3 Poll workers are the people who make sure your ballot is counted, that your voice is heard, and that our country
moves forward. Poll workers truly sustain the backbone of democracy, which is to help maintain the process of
fair and open elec ons. The Virginia Department of Elec ons is facing a cri cal shortage of poll workers due to
the pandemic. You may serve in your individual capacity, while adhering to COVID-19 precau ons if you choose.
If you are interested in being a Poll Worker, please contact Social Ac on Chair, Hope Harper at

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Norma Harold Stephanie Gwaltney
Cassandra Krah
Karla Prewi Lynda Burke
Angela Brown-Douglas
Donna Woods Edwadine “Dean” Whitehead
Karen Bland
Gala Harvell Lisa Crump

Mildred Swann this summer with a drive-by
Alfreada Kelly celebra on. A special photo
collage was presented to her

by the Heritage and
Archives Commi ee.

Jasmine Bobbi has been from Major to Lieutenant Colonel. This was appointed by

selected for promo on to milestone is a testament of her sustained Na onal President and CEO Beverly E. Smith

Lieutenant Colonel in the United selfless commitment, dedica on, devo on to serve on the Na onal Informa on and
States Air Force! Soror Bobbi is and uncondi onal service to the Air Force Communica ons Commi ee, where she will

the Military Intelligence Joint and our country. primarily work with the graphics and social
Force Coordinator for the Defense media teams.

Intelligence Agency. She is An addi on to the May
assigned to the Joint Opera ons Week lis ng of graduates Congrats to , Gamma Iota

Directorate on the Hampton is who Chapter at Hampton University, on her
Roads Joint Staff, Norfolk Naval graduated with highest selec on into the 2020-2021 leadership

Sta on, Virginia. Soror Bobbi lives and honors from Kecoughtan DELTA Program Cohort. This program is
serves with a commitment to the Air Forces’ High School in June 2020. designed to provide leadership and

three core values: integrity first, service She is a ending the professional development opportuni es and

before self and excellence in all we do. She University of Oklahoma, for fy the career and leadership trajectory of
channels this career-oriented commitment to majoring in Engineering. collegiate members.

these core values in her everyday life as she She is also a member of
joyously engages and interacts with the the OU Track & Field Team. She is the

communi es where she lives, works and daughter of and
plays. On October 1, 2020, this outstanding granddaughter of

professional officer will officially be promoted [email protected]

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OCTOBER 2020

CALENDAR OF EVENTS STAY CONNECTED

Chapter Mee ng Hampton Alumnae Chapter
Training for Delta Academy, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
GEMS, and EMBODI 26 Towne Centre Way #711
Making Strides Virtual 5K Hampton, VA 23666

Checks should me made to HAC and sent to the mailbox. hamptonalumnaedst.com
[email protected]
St. Jude- $40
Food Bank- $10
Adopted College Son,
Keyshawn Howard- $10

The Publicity Commi ee would like to thank all Sorors who contributed to the content of the Hampton
Spotlight Newsle er. We welcome comments and sugges ons to help us improve our publica on for you.
Please email comments, correc ons or sugges ons to [email protected].

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program to share? Are you a subject ma er expert on topics ac on photos are desired and given preference.
relevant to the Sorority? Do you have a personal accomplishment
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stories and ideas to spotlight commi ees and members. The and also include a headshot or ac on photo.
newsle er's purpose is to keep sorors informed of current issues
and events, strengthen chapter rela onships and empower UPCOMING ISSUES
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photo in uniform by Oct. 21.
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with the issue topic and provide a personal experience, ps, - Holiday Joy in the Sisterhood
ac on items, and resources.
Michelle Lewis, Chapter Journalist/Chair
Staysi Blunt, Wanda Gatlin, Jeane e Grase,
Delcenia Hobson, June Javier, Sheila Williams
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