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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Theta Theta Omega Chapter sisterly relations ice breakers

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2005

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From the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Theta Theta Omega Chapter Records (MS-01014) -- Chapter records file.

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    man001992. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Theta Theta Omega Chapter Records, 1965-2015, MS-010104. Special Collections and Archives, University Libraries, University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Las Vegas, Nevada. http://n2t.net/ark:/62930/d1222vp45

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    GeTTlNG TO KMOW WM
    See if you can find someone who... Ask them to initial the square. Mingle and have fun!
    Played College Sports
    You Do Not know
    Is a Golden Soror
    Is a Legacy Soror
    Transferred to TTO within the last year.
    Can Sing
    Watches The Young and The Restless
    Likes Reggae
    Has 5 or more grandchildren
    Enjoys scuba diving
    Plays the Piano
    Works in the medical profession
    Taught school for 10 or more years
    Husband/significant other is an Alpha.
    Does not like their middle name
    Collects coins
    From the Northeast
    Was bom and raised in Nevada
    Owns a pet
    Sleeps in late
    Has a famous relative
    Has never smoked
    Is from another country
    Speaks two or more languages
    Knows all of the words to “The Children are our future”
    Has seen The Color Purple more than 5x
    Ever used Royal Crown
    Attended an HBCU
    Can do the Funky Chicken
    Is a realtor
    Alpha Kappa Alpha Sororitynnc. Theta Theta Omega Chapter
    Sisterly Yours
    Committee
    Purpose:
    To Increase the bond between sorors within the chapter, promote sisterly relations, and establish a stepping team for Theta Theta Omega.
    To establish the following:
    Sisterly Relations: A stronger bond will be established between all sorors in the chapter, sorors new to the Las Vegas community, and the matriculation from undergraduate to the graduate chapter will be increased
    Public Awareness: TTO will be more I recognized for their involvement in community events. The community | will become more aware of the services offered by TTO and the standards, programs and service will rise to the level of our founders. I
    Step Team: To utilize the expertise and stepping skills of all Sorors. This will be demonstrated in various I Las Vegas events. Stepping will showcase the unity within our sisterhood of AKA.
    Historical Relevance Of Sisterhood in AKA
    Sisterhood is to promote unity and friendship among sorors which will alleviate problems concerning chapter members.
    Sisterhood is to maintain a progressive interest in alfl programs of the chapter.
    Stepping in sisterhood began in the mid-twentieth century with fraternities and sororities developing steps, songs, calls and passing them down to brothers and sisters.
    Sisterhood is the blending of unique souls to form a complete spirit with a common bond of love, caring and secrets known by no other.
    Objectives
    I.
    To enhance social outlets for sisters in TTO.
    II.
    To continue the tradition passed down by generations of historical black sororities and fraternities.
    III.
    To create a greater bond for all sorors within
    TTO and the sorority as a whole.
    IV.
    To increase the retention and reclaiming of
    all sorors.
    Chapter Benefits
    I. Motivate sorors to participate in other
    activities and committees within the chapter.
    U. Increase chapter revenue underlie guidance of the Ways and Means Committee.
    III.
    Promotes fellowship that builds morale which creates a loving and sisterly organization.
    IV.
    Relieve the Hodegos of some responsibilities since
    Chapter membership has increased tremendously in
    General Guidelines

    .All sorors participating must be financial members of TTO.

    All sorors are invited to join the committee. Planning and facilitating all activities will be just as important as “stepping”.

    Funds generated will be deposited into TTO’s Fund Raising Account.

    A loving, caring and supportive disposition will be expected at all times.
    Proposed Activities
    Formalize activities that will unify sorors within the chapter.
    Provide activities such as:

    Participate in Wine Tasting

    Participate in AKA’s Night Out

    Sponsor House Pot Lucks

    Sponsor Barbeques

    Sponsor Bowling Nights

    Sponsor Fish Fry's

    Host Day Retreats

    Participate in Casino Nights

    Sponsor Movie Night
    •; Tickle Me Pink

    Pink Ice Breakers

    Learn Steps, Chants L Songs
    i• Compete in Steps Shows
    Questions & Answers
    Q: Why is there a need for the Sisterly Yours Committee?
    A: It is believed that there is
    division in the chapter. Thus, creating a need for opportunities that will bring sorors in the chapter together. This committee is designed to resolve issues that demote sisterhood.
    Q: Does there need to be a
    Sisterly Yours Committee, or could it fit under another program?
    A: All of the programs within the
    chapter have been reviewed, and there is no existing program that encompasses all activities of this magnitude that will be provided by the Sisterly Yours Committee.
    Q: Should the activities provided |
    by the Sisterly Yours committee fall under the Hodegos’s duties and responsibilities?
    A: This committee will alleviate
    some of the duties of the Hodegos due to the growing membership of TTO. In activities will be Wormal.
    Q: Will membership in the Sisterly Yours
    Committee preclude members from being active in other committees in the chapter?
    A: No, this committee is intended to increase Q:
    participation in committees throughout the chapter.
    A:
    Q: Is this committee solely for stepping?
    A: No, the premise of this committee is to
    formalize various activities that will promote Q: sisterly relations. As a result, stepping is just one of the many ways in which this committee attempts to build a bigger, better and stronger bond.
    Q:
    Q: Will members of the Sisterly Yours Committee
    only step in competitions?
    A:
    A: No, the Sisterly Yours Committee will be
    participating in various community events such as: High School Outreach programs, Community Awareness Forums, Nursing q:
    homes etc.
    A:
    Q: Will undergraduate sorors be able to
    participate in Sisterly Yours activities?
    A Yes, undergraduate sorors will be able to participate in activities of the Sisterly Yours Committee with the exception of stepping.
    What will be included in the budget? Registration fees, costumes, props, travel expenses, supplies for various activities, etc.
    Will this committee require a large amount of money from the chapter budget?
    No, this committee is projected to generate funds.
    Where will the money generated by the committee be distributed?
    Funds generated will be deposited into TTO’s fundraising account.
    How can I be apart of the Sisterly Yours committee?
    As a member of TTO, you can join the committee to provide ideas, suggestions and feedback.
    Q: Will this new committee increase chapter
    dues?
    A: No, in fact the committee will serve as an
    additional source of revenue for the chapter by attracting other sorors with diverse interest to the chapter (more members=more money) and by the proceeds from various events/activities put on by the committee.
    Step Team: To utilize the
    expertise and stepping skills of
    all sorors. This will be
    displayed by participating in
    various Las Vegas events. It
    will also spread the sisterhood
    of AKA through stepping.
    TTO will
    be recognized for their
    involvement in these
    community events, and the
    community will become more
    aware of the services offered
    by TTO.
    I Purpose:
    Increase the bond between sorors
    1 within the chapter, and to establish a
    stepping team for Theta Theta
    Omega.
    Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
    Theta Theta Omega Chapter
    Sisterly YOURS
    Committee
    Sisterly Yours: A stronger
    bond will be established
    between all sorors in the
    chapter, sorors new to the Las
    Vegas community, and improve
    the matriculation of under
    graduate sorors to the graduate
    chapter.
    Historical Relevance
    Stepping is deeply rooted within the African
    community. Therefore, it transcended through
    generations as a constant and a tradition. It was
    created by African American fraternities and
    sororities in the mid-twentieth century.
    Traditionally, each fraternity and sorority keeps a
    set of steps, calls and passes them down.
    Objectives
    I. To create a social outlet for sisters in TTO.
    II. To continue the tradition passed down by
    generations of historical black sororities and
    fraternities.
    III. To create a greater bond for all sorors within
    the chapter and to the sorority as a whole.
    Chapter Benefits
    I. This will motivate sorors to participate in other
    activities and committees within the chapter.
    II. Participation will result in increasing chapter
    revenue under the guidance of the Ways and
    Means Committee.
    Proposed Activities
    Formalize activities that will unify sorors
    within the chapter.
    Provide activities such as:
    • Learning Steps
    • Chants
    • Compete in Steps Shows
    • Wine Tasting
    • AKA’s Night Out
    • House Pot Lucks
    • Barbeques
    • Bowling Nights
    • Fish Frys
    • Day Retreats
    • Casino Nights
    • Movie Night
    • Tickle Me Pink
    • Meeting Pink Ice Breakers
    General Guidelines
    • All persons participating in the
    step committee will be members
    of TTO chapter.
    • All sorors are asked to join the
    committee. Those who do not
    care to step may perform other
    functions such as: props, promotions,
    tickets, wardrobe and
    other creative details.
    • Funds generated will be
    distributed according to chapter
    guidelines.