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A Busy Summer For Gamma Theta Omega Chapter Of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
The Gamma Theta Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc. gives a completely new meaning to the phrase “summer hiatus.” During this summer, the chapter remained busy and engaged with the commu- nity.
Gold & Silver Celebration
The Golden and Silver Celebration “Rhapsody in Gold and Silver,” History, HERstory, OURstory was hosted by the Gamma Theta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. on Sunday, June 26 at the Embassy Suites.
The Golden honoree was Molbert Scrivens, who was initiated at Bethune- Cookman College in 1966. The retired educator served on several committees throughout 50 years of serv- ice, including AKA Connec- tion, Miss Teenage Tampa and is currently the financial secretary of the January hostess group. She is a life member of the sorority. The Middleton High School grad- uate is a member of Saint Peter Claver Catholic Church.
“This is truly an honor, pleasurable, rewarding expe- rience,” said the Tampa na- tive.
Those who celebrated 25 years were Mary Boyd and Carolyn Lewis.
Mary Boyd was initiated in 1991 in the Epsilon Omega Chapter in Baltimore, MD. The retired engineer is a member of the history and community service commit- tee. She is also the chapter’s archivist. She is a member of Idlewild Baptist Church.
Carolyn Lewis was ini- tiated at the University of Al- abama in 1991. Having served in various positions, she is currently the chairman of the November hostess group and is the co-chairman of the Precious Pearls, one of the chapter’s youth groups. She is a member of Grace Family Church.
Program participants in- cluded Davina Carring- ton, Mistress of Ceremony and Chairman of History Committee, Caridad Are- nas-Johnson and Bar- bara Twine-Thomas, who provided the invocation and occasion, respectively.
Deborah Barnes, Pres- ident of the Gamma Theta Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., presented the golden and sil- ver sorority medallions to the honorees.
From left, Jerry Penacoli, Cyndi Edwards, Deborah Barnes, pres- ident, Kaliyah Bryant, Barbara Twine-Thomas, and Maya Smith.
Little Dresses For Africa
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is committed to providing dresses for little girls in Africa, but not just any little dresses. Chapters throughout the world partic- ipated in making these dress donations from pillowcases. The Gamma Theta Omega Chapter set a goal to make 1,000 dresses for this worthy project. Sewing circles around the Hillsborough County area formed and the work resulted in partner- ships which resulted in the completion of 943 dresses.
Tampa Police Chief, Eric Ward, participated by de- signing and sewing four dresses himself. Dr. Moira Burke, Ophthalmolo- gist/Medical Director Pre- mier Eyecare, donated eight dresses to the cause. The project gained so much inter- est, the chapter was asked to appear on the Morning Show at WFLA Channel 8. The dresses were delivered during the 2016 Boule in At- lanta, GA.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated 67th Boule’
The 67th Boule’ was held in Atlanta, GA and Gamma Theta Omega chapter was represented in grand style by those in attendance. The Boule’ included business meetings, social events, net- working opportunities, an ecumenical service and awards. Needless to say, Gamma Theta Omega left with its share.
Sorority member, Inez Elizabeth York Cohen re- ceived the distinguished Ed-
Gamma Theta Omega chap- ter member, Carolyn House Stewart received the coveted Cary B. Preston Leadership Award.
Hitting the Ground Running
Now that the summer hiatus is over, Gamma Theta Omega is back and already running at full speed. The chapter youth programs have begun with Emerging Young Leaders for middle school
girls, Precious Pearls for high school girls and the AS- CENDTM program for young men and women in high school.
Gamma Theta Omega bi- annual fundraising event is on the green this year! The “Pink ParTee” will be held at Top Golf in Brandon, on
Sunday, October 9, 2016, 6 p. m.–9p.m.Theeventwill feature music, food, dancing, cash bar, roof-top terrace, X- box, pool tables and pro golf instruction. Tickets can be obtained from any active member of Gamma Theta Omega or on the website at http://www.akagto.com/.
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Women of Distinction Award.
The 28th International President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and
Advancement Men and
Shown from left to right: Glenda Glover, International 1st Vice President; Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson, International President; Carolyn House Stewart, 28th International President, Award Recip- ient, Carey B. Preston Leadership Award; Deidra Edwards, Chair- man, Honorary Members and Awards Committee; and Autum Kyles, former International 2nd Vice President.
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