THE ENLIGHTENMENT
THE ENLIGHTENMENT
THE ENLIGHTENMENT
MARCH 2022 VOLUME 38, ISSUE 3
MARCH 2022
VOLUME 38, ISSUE 3
H a p p y W o m e n ' s H i s t o r y M o n t h
Happy Women's History Month
March 2022 Vol 38 Issue 3
LEADERSHIP MOMENT:
"Anyone who claims to be a leader must speak like a leader. That means
speaking with integrity and truth." – Kamala Harris, Vice President of United States
Greetings, my Lovely Lambda Omega Sorors!
March is Women’s History Month, and I am proud to celebrate the many contributions that
you have made to our sisterhood and surrounding communities. As I researched this month
of recognition, I came across the theme for 2022. Due to the unprecedented events of the
previous two years, the theme is “Providing Healing, Promoting Hope”. “It is a tribute to
the ceaseless work of caregivers and frontline workers during this ongoing pandemic and also
a recognition of the thousands of ways that women of all cultures have provided both healing
and hope throughout history.”
As we prepared for the submission of Lambda Omega’s Regional Stars for the 69th Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference,
the nomination process reiterated all the amazing women that call Lambda Omega home. Some of the first submissions
included the 3rd Mid-Atlantic Regional Director, Soror Leah K. Frazier, the 14th Mid-Atlantic Regional Director,
Pearl Soror Clara Hines, Diamond Soror Margaret Johnson, Diamond Soror Katherine G. Johnson, Soror Jessie M.
Rattley, Soror Marcia Price, Soror Tonya Denise Byrd, Soror Angela Spranger, and Soror Edith White. The list could
have been longer, but we could only submit the names of three sorors. We should continue to celebrate the selfless
sacrifices that paved the way to Black excellence.
The 69th Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference will be held Thursday, March 24, 2022, through Sunday, March 27,
2022. Over 3500 Sorors will be in attendance, including over 95 Lambda Omega Sorors. During this Conference, the
historical marker unveiling of our world-renown “Hidden Figures”, Diamond Soror Katherine G. Johnson will take
place. We will also celebrate our newly crowned Jewels.
Congratulations, on your amazing milestone!
Golden Soror Carolyn Lyons Smith
Golden Soror Dianne Anthony Blakeney
Golden Soror June Montgomery
Golden Soror Sharon Russell
Golden Soror Sharon Urquhart Richardson
Silver Star Alicia Thornwell
Silver Star Anita Barber Hill
Silver Star Angela Spranger
Silver Star Chiquita Alford
Silver Star Felicia Barnett
Silver Star Pamela McLendon Taylor
Silver Star Sylvia Hunter
Please read all the information from the Region, regarding COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions. The
safety of each soror is of the utmost importance.
Sorors, let’s continue to press forward as we are Exemplifying Excellence Through Sustainable Service.
Sisterly,
Soror Samantha RDL Richards, MPA
Basileus
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Greetings Sorors,
Who are we? Explores. Creators. Problem solvers. Critical thinkers. Innovators.
Mothers. Wives. Professionals. Black women have played an integral role in
history. Known for organizing and strategizing for change. Known for
uplifting and standing up for not only themselves, but also being a strong voice
for others. Known for their resilience despite the efforts of society to minimize
their voice.
March is the month we honor the contributions of women to our society. I am reminded of the story of
Henrietta Lacks. A black woman who has been described as one of the most impactful women in
science and medicine. Her cells, HeLa, lead to the discovery and development of medical technology.
Black women have been recognized for and made huge accomplishments as activist, abolitionist, artist,
athletes, politicians, musicians, journalist, scientist, doctors, lawyers, educators, and the list goes on.
Black women are and have always been the epitome of grace, wisdom, perseverance, and change
makers. Who are we…black girl magic! We set out to serve, change, protect, uplift, impact, love, grow,
and improve ourselves, our families, and our communities. Keep the stories of black women in history
alive by telling their stories all year.
We are also celebrating National Credit Education Month. Regions Bank’s Next Step Financial Education
site, https://www.regions.com/next-step, provides a collection of financial resources and tools to assist you
with managing money and increasing your financial awareness and wellness. Visit the website to view the
resources or start learning in one of the self-paced, interactive courses that are designed to assist you with
managing money and building your wealth.
The Quarter 1 Chairman meeting will be held on March 21 at 7:00 p.m. This meeting is for all current
and aspiring chairmen. Save the date! The 69th Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference will be held at the
Hampton Convention Center from March 24-27. Support the International Service Projects during the
conference and remember, Lambda Omega is striving for 8,000 steps from now until May. Let’s build
some healthy lifestyle practices together.
As we continue to lead and organize valiantly to engage with our community, remember, let us do so
with LOVE.
Warm sisterly regards,
Soror Karen Bazemore-Person
First Anti-Basileus
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Greetings Sorors,
Happy Women’s History Month! Welcome to March, Women’s History Month is a
celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society and has been
observed annually in the month of March in the United States since 1987. March 8,
2022, is International Women’s Day. Women’s History Month 2022 will take place
from Tuesday, March 1-Thursday, March 31, 2022. The 2022 theme is "Women
Providing Healing, Promoting Hope". This theme is both a tribute to the ceaseless
work of caregivers and frontline workers during this ongoing pandemic and also a
recognition of the thousands of ways that women of all cultures have provided both
healing and hope throughout history.
I would like to ask each Lambda Omega chapter member to call or write a note to a chapter soror that is currently
a nurse or that was a nurse. May I also ask that you call or write a note to both our current sorors that are
caregivers and sorors that have been caregivers? We want to celebrate our sorors for the entire month of March
2022.
Our “Two in 2022” Secret Sorors for the month of March will reveal themselves at the Lambda Omega Chapter
meeting on Saturday, March 19, 2022.
Secret Soror #1 – She started skiing as a child, and wished she had the time to ski as an adult.
She wants to learn how to snowboard. Winter is not her favorite season; however, she
loves various activities and holidays during this season.
She enjoyed twirling the baton when she was younger until she was in a parade in a
beautiful sequin leotard, tights, and cowboy boots on the coldest day of winter.
She likes finding a comfy corner to sit in and read a good mystery novel.
Secret Soror #2 – She is a mother of three.
She turned down track and field scholarships at PWI’s to attend an HBCU.
She took an impromptu girls’ trip to another country for a week and no one in my party
spoke the language.
She has a favorite cuisine that is Italian and she actually took a day trip to Italy to eat!
Yours in Service and Sisterhood,
Soror April Raines, 2nd Anti-Basileus
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Sorors must register in advance for this meeting - click the link below:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkcuGuqzwuH9SbpNJa0vnHCBfOANqDzrmK
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
CHAPTER BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA
Zoom Meeting
Saturday, March 19, 2022 – 9:00 AM
Soror Samantha RDL Richards, Basileus - Presiding
Call to Order Soror Samantha RDL Richards, Basileus Standing Committee Reports
Meditation Soror Ebony Griffin, Chaplain Connection and Soror Valerie Price
Greetings Soror LaTanya Turner, Hodegos Social Action
Courtesy
Soror LaTanya Turner
Soror Tamra Cobb
Adoption of Agenda Leadership Development
Nominating Soror Cherise M.W. Jennings
Special Guests
2022 Candidates Speeches Soror Nadine Vargas Stewart Special Committee Report
Soror Tracey D. Watkins
Sisterly Relations Activities and Birthdays
Minutes Soror Emma Flood, Grammateus Soror Denise James
Correspondence Soror Rachel Whiteman, Epistoleus
Unfinished Business
Officer Reports 69th Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference
Basileus Soror Samantha RDL Richards
First Anti-Basileus Soror Karen Bazemore-Person New Business
Second Anti-Basileus Soror April Raines 70th Boule, Delegates and Alternates Election
Pecunious Grammateus Soror Camille Harvey
(Funds Received/Transmittals) Next Chapter Business Meeting
Tamiouchos Soror Veronica Boston Saturday (Zoom) – April 16, 2022, at 9:00 AM
(Accounts/Operations/Savings)
Graduate Advisor Soror Gail Jenkins Dates to Remember/Upcoming Events
AKA Global Impact Day Observance – April 8, 2022
Exemplifying Excellence Through Sustainable Service
Soror Karen Bazemore-Person, Program Chairman Announcements
Program Committee Reports: Adjournment
Target 1: HBCU for Life: A Call to Action
Target 2: Women’s Healthcare and Wellness
Target 3: Building Your Economic Legacy
Target 4: The Arts
Target 5: Global Impact
Impact Days
AKA Global Impact Day Observance – April 8, 2022
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To obtain credit for attendance you must register in advance for this
Zoom meeting and connect to the meeting on the day of:
By clicking on the link on the agenda on the previous page (Pg.4)
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information on how to join the
meeting.
1. Arrive a few minutes early.
2. DO NOT announce yourself when you join the Zoom meeting, ESPECIALLY if you are late
and the meeting is already underway.
3. Mute your mic or phone during the meeting unless you are called upon to speak.
4. Do not forget to take your mic or phone off mute if you are speaking.
When you take your mic or phone off mute, make sure background noise is kept to a
minimum so you are not distracting others.
When you finish speaking, remember to put your mic or phone on mute.
5. Treat the virtual meeting as if you were meeting face to face:
Don’t interrupt speakers – speak one at a time because it is impossible to understand the
speakers when two or more are speaking at once.
State your name and be recognized by the Basileus before speaking.
Speak loudly and clearly.
Don’t multitask because it rarely works with virtual calls or meetings. To fully participate in
the meeting, eliminate as many distractions as possible, and be focused and committed to the
call.
6. Maintain good computer and phone signal – try to remain in a place where you have a
good phone signal. If you drop the meeting call, do not announce yourself when you
call back in.
Reminders:
Sending Chapter Emails:
Committee Chairmen and Officers can send emails to the chapter, however,
ALL messages should be approved by the Basileus prior to sending. For
instructions on sending messages and/or confirmation that your name/email has
been added to the “permissions list,” email [email protected].
Committee Reports & Slides:
As a reminder, committee reports, and PowerPoint slides should be forwarded to
technology for upload (website) or insert (PowerPoint slideshow) no later than 72
Technology team members are still needed!
Thank you in advance for your hours prior to executive committee meeting (Saturday prior) or chapter meeting
understanding and patience. If interested, (Wednesday prior).
please email Note: There may be situations where this is not possible, but please notify Technology in
[email protected]. advance!
Training provided.
- Your LO Tech Team
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Tip 1: When emailing Enlightenment newsletter
articles please be sure to put in Subject Line the
following information:“(month) (year)
Enlightenment article—(committee name)”
Example: January 2022 Enlightenment article-Bylaws
Committee @
Tip 2: Limit word count to 150-200 words.
Focus on the key points of the
information you’d like Sorors to know.
Note: there will be some situations where there’s an
exception to this rule dependent on first approval by the
Basileus and the information being reported
(ex. Golden Soror Bios)
Tip 3: Send your articles in either Microsoft Word or
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Note: In your Enlightenment article, include any links that
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(Ex: Zoom, Google forms, etc. )
Tip 4: Submit article by 10 p.m. the Thursday
following the Executive Committee Meeting
to [email protected]
Next Dates for 2022*: April 7, May 5, June 9,
September 8, October 6, November 3, December 8
*subject to change
If you have any questions or concerns,
Contact Soror MiKayla Raines, Newsletter Editor/Chairman at
[email protected]
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L A M B D A O M E G A C H A P T E R
BULLETIN BOARD
DATES TO REMEMBER/
CERTIFICATIONS & WEBINARS UPCOMING EVENTS
69th Mid Atlantic Regional Conference-
Stay Tuned! AKA Global Impact Day Observance –
March 24-27, 2022
Stay Tuned!
Stay Tuned!
April 8, 2022
Next Chapter Meeting - Saturday,
April 16, 2022, at 9:00 AM
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday
Correspondence by
Sorors!
Sorors!
Soror Rachel Whiteman, Epistoleus Sorors!
The following correspondence was received:
March Birthdays
Soror Carolyn Brown – Thank you card for the prayers and kindness
shown after the passing of her uncle, Madison Crenshaw Brown. 6 Natalie King
Soror Carolyn Brown – Thank you card for the prayers and kindness 6 Rodgerline Vann
shown after the passing of her cousin and Emeritus Pastor, Rev. 7 Cynthia Downs-Taylor
Woodrew Brown, Jr. 8 Karen Bazemore-Person
ASALH – Institutional Membership Jan-Dec 2022 receipt of payment
Soror Nadine Vargas Steward (Mid-Atlantic Regional Director 8 Carolyn Smith
Candidate) – Chapter letter of endorsement. Virtual Reception 10 Leola Williams
invitation to celebrate candidacy 2/20/2022 2-4pm. 11 Cherise Jennings
The Law Office of Rice & Gregg, The Firm for Families – Letter 14 Susie Henderson
offering Criminal and Family Law services and Estate Planning services. 15 Joyce Weeks
Soror Tracey D. Watkins (Mid-Atlantic Regional Director Candidate) – 16 Glenda Geer
Chapter letter of endorsement. 16 Barbara Graves
Truist – Savings and checking account statements; bank account 16 Denene Rouson
cardholder summary. 17 Deborah Shelton
Boys & Girls Club – Happy Valentine;s Day Card with drawing from 18 Cynthia Pryor
Anastasia C. 20 Bessie Owens
Soror Lavdena Adams Orr (Supreme Grammateus Candidate) – Chapter 21 Joanna Sydnor
letter of endorsement.
AKA EAF – Katherine Goble Johnson STEM Endowment Fund 25 Ashley Huggar
donations summary and 2020 Annual Report. 26 Chandra Oaks-Garcia
Golden Soror Jacqueline Ortiz – Thank you card for thoughtfulness, 26 Bonita Williams
care, and surprise package. 28 Lillian Baker
Soror Karla A. Hall, MBA (Supreme Tamiouchos Candidate) – Letter 28 Sherry Hunt
and booklet. 29 Adrenia Lindon
Soror Garnise Dennis – Thank you card for encouragement and prayers. 29 Beverly Wyche-Reid
AKA Gamma Upsilon Omega Chapter – Save the Date for Historic
Marker Unveiling honoring Hidden Figures (March 23, 2022).
100 Black Men of America – Save the Date for & Black Tie Gala
(April 23, 2022).
ez.insure – Small Business Health Insurance Tax Credit Information.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Corporate Office – 2022 Financial Cards.
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International Program
Targets
2018-2022
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TARGET 1- HBCU FOR LIFE:
A CALL TO ACTION
Promote and Market
HBCUs
HBCU for Life: A Call to Action (Promote and Market) Committee will spotlight Cheyney University of
Pennsylvania for the month of March. The committee will also collaborate with #CAP on Tuesday, March 15, 2022.
https://cheyney.edu/
On February 25, 1837, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania became the nation’s first Historically Black College and University
(HBCU). The University was established through the bequest of Richard Humphreys, a Quaker philanthropist who bequeathed
$10,000 and one-tenth of his estate to design and establish a school to educate people of African descent and prepare them as teachers.
First known as the African Institute, the school has soon been renamed the Institute for Colored Youth. In its early years, it provided
training in trades and agriculture, which were the predominant skills needed in the general economy. In 1902, the Institute was
relocated to George Cheyney’s farm, a 275-acre property just 25 miles west of Philadelphia. The name “Cheyney” became associated
with the school in 1913, though the school’s official name changed several times during the 20th century.
In subsequent years, the University was renamed Cheyney Training School for Teachers (July 1914), Cheyney State Teacher’s College
(1951), Cheyney State College (1959), and finally Cheyney University of Pennsylvania (1983). Established in 1837, Cheyney
University of Pennsylvania continues to build on its legacy as America’s first institution of higher education for African-Americans.
Our Mission is to equip and empower students of diverse backgrounds to be visionary leaders in their chosen fields. We offer
innovative approaches to teaching and quality academic programs that expose our students to pioneering ideas, research, and civic
engagement. Our transformative approach to student development emphasizes the whole person, fostering success in the classroom, on
campus, and in life.
As a charter member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE), Cheyney State College became Cheyney
University of Pennsylvania in 1983, the oldest of the fourteen-member institutions and the only HBCU in the state system. While
Cheyney University has a rich heritage as the first institution of higher learning for African Americans, our campus today welcomes
students from a variety of races, cultures, and nationalities, all of whom receive educational instruction far beyond the vision of
Richard Humphreys. Cheyney graduates still become teachers, but our alumni also enter careers such as journalism, medicine,
business, science/technology, law, communications, and government service. The University offers baccalaureate degrees in an array
of disciplines, and many graduates go on to secure advanced degrees in a variety of fields.
Soror April Raines,
Target 1: HBCU for Life: A Call to Action (Promote and Market) Chairman
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TARGET 1- HBCU FOR LIFE:
A CALL TO ACTION
$upport HBCUs
Our featured HBCU for the month of March is Cheyney University of Pennsylvania.
If you would like to make a donation, please use the following link:
https://cheyney.edu/for-alumni/giving-to-cheyney/give-now/
https://cheyneyfoundation.org/donation/
Sisterly,
Soror Veronica Boston
Target 1: HBCU for Life: A Call to Action
(Support), Chairman
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SM
TARGET 1- #CAP
College Admissions
Process
Soror Pamela Birdsong, Chairman
Soror Emma Flood, Co-Chairman
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TARGET 1- #CAP
College Admissions
Process
#CAP Scholarship Workshops in Our Second Semester
#CAP has been off to a great start in 2022! We have had so far two wonderful workshops assisting
students with understanding the importance of scholarships and assisting them in understanding the
application process of applying for scholarships. On our January 18, 2022 workshop our scholars were
given access to a scholarship Google Classroom created by Ms. Renita Rich-Brenn, Founder of
Preparing for College 101.
On February 22, 2022 they were able to learn about scholarships from Mrs. Lisa Wiseman from
Bayport Credit Union, along with hearing great tips of applying for scholarships from new Sorors of
Nu Epsilon Chapter of Christopher Newport University. Lastly the scholars were able to learn about
a variety of scholarships and how to track scholarships with a template from the Workbook entitled
College Planning Strategies I Wish Someone Had Told Me written by our Soror Dr. Christie
Chamblis Murray, author, and co-founder of Invest N Others LLC.
Scholar - Jahmir Callahan Soror Kayla Caine
Mrs. Braenn
Google Scholarship Classroom
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TARGET 1- #CAP
College Admissions
Process
Soror LaTanya Turner- Soror April Raines- Introducing
Workshop Questions for our College Spotlight:
Giveaways Delaware State University
Delaware State University
Presenter - Mr. Albert Weal
Soror Pamela Birdsong, Chairman
Soror Emma Flood, Co-Chairman
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TARGET 2- WOMEN'S HEALTHCARE
AND WELLNESS
Nutrition and
Wellness
Soror Valerie Wilder, Chairman
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TARGET 2- WOMEN'S HEALTHCARE
AND WELLNESS
Care for the
Caregivers
Communication is Essential in Transportation Caregiving
It can be tricky to help adults who have limited movement, or people who don’t understand
instructions well, to get positioned comfortably in the car.
Here are a few tips.
Vision Impairment
Explain exactly what you are doing and why.
Ask if they would like assistance before providing it.
If they use a cane, always lead by standing on the opposite
side of the cane and stay one-half pace ahead.
Problems with Balance
Give plenty of time for them to regain balance when shifting
positions, such as moving from sitting to standing.
If your loved-one has had a stroke and has right-sided or left-
sided weakness, seat his affected side nearest the door (i.e. if a
left-sided weakness, then seat on the driver-side of the back
seat). This can help with balance and allows you to position
the weaker side into the car and also encourages the older
adult to assist.
Aiding Agitated Passengers
Validating their current feelings, and incorporating why a car
ride is necessary, is much more effective in leading to
cooperation than disagreeing, re-orienting or arguing.
If your car has child safety locks, it’s always a good idea to have
them on – allowing the rear door to be opened only from the
outside. This will ensure that the door cannot be opened by the
older adult while the car is moving.
If agitation persists during the ride, try playing music, or
offering a book, magazine, or photo album of family pictures.
It’s also a good idea to have snacks and water available.
Soror MiKayla Raines, Chairman
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TARGET 5- GLOBAL IMPACT
Lions Club
The Lions Club Committee invites all sorors to donate a minimum of
two (2) pairs of eyeglasses at our upcoming Drive & Drop event.
More details are forthcoming! For now, please click the link below to
help us track the number of eyeglasses (gently used) you currently
have in your possession and/or pledge to purchase new eyeglasses for
the event. The deadline to complete the form is Sunday, March 20.
For questions, email [email protected]. Thank you in
advance!
https://tinyurl.com/LOVisionForward
Sisterly,
Soror Joy Johnson, Chairman
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TARGET 5- GLOBAL IMPACT
Soles 4 Souls
4
https://www.zappos.com/about/zappos-for-good/soles4souls
WWW.TINYURL.COM/S4SSTEPITUP
Sisterly,
Soror Parnetha Callahan, Chairman
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Lambda Omega
Committee Updates
March 2022 Vol 38 Issue 3
STANDING COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Membership
Silver Sorors
Golden Sorors
Dianne Anthony Blakeney Chiquita Alford Angela Spranger
June Montgomery Anita Barber-Hill Alicia Thornwell
Carolyn Lyons Smith Felcia Barnett
Sharon Urquhart Richardson Sylvia Hunter
Sharon Russell Pamela McLendon Taylor
Sisterly,
Soror Brenda Johnson, Membership Chairman
Soror Renae Black, Membership Co-Chairman
Soror Tiffany Geddie-Suggs, Membership Co-Chairman
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STANDING COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Archives
Soror Joyce Cofield, Chairman
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UPDATES
Courtesy
Hodegos Corner
Condolences
Former Lambda Omega Basileus, Golden Soror Marion Wright and on the loss of her husband, Mr. Kenneth
Wright, Sr. and Soror Cherise Jennings on the loss of her father.
Flowers and cards were sent on behalf of Lambda Omega.
To the family of Golden Soror Sandra Patterson Davis, former Lambda Omega Chapter
member on her passing. A card was sent on behalf of Lambda Omega.
Soror Addie Farrow-Gaskill on the loss of her sister Dora Farrow-Quinerly and her cousin Joyce Heath. A
card was sent on behalf of Lambda Omega.
Prayer Requests
Soror Sherry Hunt on her surgery, she is well and resting at home. A card and check for
$25 was mailed on behalf of Lambda Omega.
Continued prayers to all sorors and family members. Amen.
Continued prayers to all sorors and family members.
Congratulations
Former Lambda Omega Basileus Donna Phelps-Thomas was featured in the Daily Press as NNPS was
recognizing the 2021-2022 Teachers of the Year and Exemplary Support Staff of the Year with two full-page
ads. Soror Donna is the Denbigh High School's 2021- 2022 Teacher of the Year.
Soror Joanna Sydnor and her husband Calvin Sydnor on their Ordinations as Ministers of the Word and
Sacrament. They will be first African Americans, first female, and first clergy couple Co-Pastors at the historic
Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church (USA), 1627 Monument Ave. Richmond, VA.
Soror Angela Spranger. She will be moving to Minneapolis to transition into role of the inaugural Chief
Diversity Officer and founding Director of the Center for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Business at the
Carlson School of Management, effective April 1.
Please send all health, praise reports, prayer requests, condolence, and congratulation
notices to Soror LaTanya Turner at [email protected].
Soror LaTanya Turner, Hodegos
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STANDING COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Leadership
Development
https://www.lambdaomegaaka.org/
https://www.lambdaomegaaka.org/
https://aka1908.com/
https://www.lambdaomegaaka.org/
https://aka1908.com/
Tamra Cobb, Chairman, Dianne Blakeney, LaTonya Dickerson-Hughes, Emma Flood, Ebony
Griffin, Jerrell Griffin, Clara Hines, Lakisha Ireland, Maggie Macklin, June Montgomery, Donna
Phelps-Thomas, April Raines, Ajeenah Rashid-Edmonds
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STANDING COMMITTEE
UPDATES
History
Black Women Health Inequity: The origin of Perinatal Health Disparity!
Black enslaved women endured sexual exploitation and reproductive manipulation to produce a
labor workforce on the southern plantations during the Antebellum Period.
Health care inequity has continued from slavery and into the 21st century primarily due of racial
segregation, poverty, access, poor quality of care, eugenics, and the assault of forced sterilizations.
Racial disparity in maternal and infant mortality is an outcome rooted in racial injustice, social
and economic determinants as well as the stresses during pregnancy throughout the generations
of Black births. Affordable, available, quality, and equitable care and narrowing the economic
gap for Black women and families is the most significant barrier in combating racial disparity in
perinatal health outcomes and health inequity.
The greatest solution to surmount obstacles that contribute to disparities in Black women’s
health, is for our country to acknowledge the impact of historic and present-day injustices. Until
we collectively denounce racism and understand its entrenched implications on health,
inequalities will persist, and our pursuit of liberation will be stifled. (Charvonne Holliday,
PhD, MPH, an assistant professor in Population, Family and Reproductive Health)
The Black Woman: She Was! She Is! She Will Always Be Our Anchor!
Golden Soror Audrey Williams, History Committee Chairman
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SPECIAL COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Directory
Hello Sorors! We would like to get to know each other a little more. A
couple of additional questions have been added to the LO Chapter
Directory Information Form. These questions include (1) did you
attend an HBCU and if so, which school and (2) please provide an
interesting fact about yourself (favorite color, candy, movie, hobbies,
etc.). If you are interested in sharing this information with your fellow
Sorors, please complete the the LO Chapter Directory Information
Form.
https://forms.gle/UKc8d4nzsw6s3sqw7
Sisterly,
Soror Kelsey Holloman, Directory Committee Chairman
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SPECIAL COMMITTEE
UPDATES
EAF
Lambda Omega Chapter is showing our support once again as a Platinum Donor ($2,0000) and
we are asking you to show your individual support by donating $22.00 in 2022! (see below)
Greetings From Our EAF Regional Coordinator:
I'm excited to share the EAF MAR Conference Challenge for 2022! Regions continue to
Exemplify Excellence by raising funds to ensure lifelong learning. MAR's campaign is $22 in
2022 for EAF. Sorors may click anywhere on the flyer below to give via donate.akaeaf.org.
PLEASE SHARE THIS OPPORTUNITY WITH YOUR CHAPTER MEMBERS! Conference
attendees, non-attendees, families and friends may contribute. Thank you for your continued
support!
- Soror Arlene Skinner, EAF Regional Coordinator
Golden Soror Sharon Russell, 2022 EAF Captain
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IMPACT DAY UPDATES
Pink Goes Red
Soror Kelli Jones, Chairman
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OFFICERS
Soror Samantha RDL Richards Soror Karen Bazemore-Person Soror April Raines Soror Emma Flood Soror Pamela Taylor
Basileus First Anti-Basileus Second Anti-Basileus Grammateus Anti-Grammateus
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Soror Veronica Boston Soror Dakota Holman Soror Camille Harvey Soror Morgan Byron Soror Rachel Whiteman
Tamiouchos Anti-Tamiouchos Pecunious Grammateus Anti-Pecunious Grammateus Epistoleus
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Soror MiKayla Raines Soror Gail Jenkins Soror Joyce Cofield Soror Evelyn Ligon-Moton Soror Ebony Griffin
Ivy Leaf Reporter Graduate Advisor Archivist Business Manager Chaplain
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Golden Soror Audrey Williams Soror LaTanya Turner Soror Jerrelle Griffin Soror Chanda Dunlap
Historian Hodegos Parliamentarian Philacter
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March 2022 Vol 38 Issue 3
CHAPTER DIRECTORY
MAILING ADDRESS:
Lambda Omega Chapter
PO Box 120273
Newport News, VA 23612
Website: Lambda Omega Chapter (lambdaomegaaka.org)
SOCIAL MEDIA:
Facebook: Lambda Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Facebook
Instagram: Lambda Omega (@lambdaomega_aka)
BASILEUS EPISTOLEUS PHILACTER
Soror Samantha RDL Richards Soror Rachel Whiteman Soror Chanda Dunlap
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FIRST ANTI-BASILEUS IVY LEAF REPORTER DIRECTORY
Soror Karen Bazemore-Person Soror MiKayla Raines Soror Kelsey Holloman
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SECOND ANTI-BASILEUS GRADUATE ADVISOR MEMBERSHIP
Soror April Raines Soror Brenda (Love) Johnson
Soror Gail Jenkins
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GRAMMATEUS ARCHIVIST NEWSLETTER
Soror Emma Flood Soror Joyce Cofield Soror MiKayla Raines
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ANTI-GRAMMATEUS BUSINESS MANAGER NOMINATING
Soror Pamela Taylor Soror Evelyn Ligon-Moton Soror Cherise Jennings
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TAMIOUCHOS CHAPLAIN PUBLICITY
Soror Veronica Boston Soror Ebony Griffin Soror MiKayla Raines
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ANTI-TAMIOUCHOS HISTORIAN TECHNOLOGY
Soror Dakota Holman Golden Soror Audrey Williams [email protected]
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VIRTUAL TEAM
PECUNIOUS GRAMMATEUS HODEGOS [email protected]
Soror Camille Harvey Soror LaTanya Turner
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ANTI-PECUNIOUS GRAMMATEUS PARLIAMENTARIAN
Soror Morgan Byron Soror Jerrelle Griffin
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