Delta Call April 2025 FINAL

Dr . Arlene Prince

Sorors, Springtimeisintheair!April symbolizesnewbeginnings,a time to plant seeds of ambition, nurture our collective goals, and blossom together.Asthevibranthues of spring paint our world anew, let us reflect on the beauty of renewal and the strengthofoursisterhood.

Thisseasonofnewbeginnings reminds us that we are capable of growth, transformation,andboundless achievement. As we prepare for the next phase of our journey,letuscarrythespirit of springtime forward, embracingfreshopportunities toserve,uplift,andempower.

I am filled with immense gratitude for your unwavering dedication to our mission. Your commitment to sisterhood, scholarship, service, and social actionhas exemplifiedthetrue essenceofDelta.Thankyoufor the countless hours, the tireless efforts,andtheheartfeltpassion you’vepouredintoourcollective endeavors. May this April be a time of rejuvenation, and renewed commitment to the principles that bind us together. Let's use thisspringtimeenergytoinspire positive change, support one another, and cultivate a future filledwithhopeandachievement. Let us continue to blossom, together, as we move Mission FORWARD in sisterhood and service.

ArlenePrince ChapterPresident

Dr. Arlene Prince

Delta Violets are extended to the Social Action Committee for hosting a webinaron“OurChildren's Future:EducationinSouth Carolina”; Physical and Mental Health Committee forhostingthe“Let’sTalk Menopause” Webinar; Membership Services for theCarolinaCupsisterhood activity and the various activities implemented duringthemonthofMarch to bond and enhance relationships with one another; and the Social Action Chair Melissa WatsonWardandCo-Chair Tameika Isaac Devine for representing the Chapter during Delta Days in the Nation’sCapital.

CHAPLAIN’S CORNER

Moving Forward in Sisterhood

“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.”

— Ecclesiastes 4:9-10a (NIV)

Sisterhoodisasacredgift,butit’snot alwayseasy.

There are moments when misunderstandings, silence, or old wounds can wedge space between womenwhowereonceclose.Maybe you’ve been disappointed by someone you trusted. Or maybe you’vebeentheonewhocausedthe hurt. Either way, moving forward in sisterhood calls for both grace and courage.

God didn’t design us to walk this journeyalone.Hegivesuseachother —not perfect people, but present ones. Sisters who will speak life, stand in the gap, and help us rise againwhenlifeknocksusdown.

Angel Malone, Chaplain

But moving forward in sisterhood alsomeanschoosingforgivenessover pride, vulnerability over selfprotection, and unity over offense. It means not letting the enemy turn us against each other when we were meanttobuildtogether.

Let’s be the kind of women who don’tjustshowupwhenit’seasy,but who fight for one another in love.

Let’s move forward together— healing, restoring, and cheering each otheroneverystepoftheway.

Chanta Gamble 4/1

Jean D. Greene 4/2

Angelia Temoney 4/2

Gretta Hicks Beckett 4/3

Terri M. Sheppard 4/4

Nataki Brown 4/6

Norma Irvin-Blocker 4/7

Jessica J. Mackey 4/7

Cierra Parnell 4/7

Keelin Ford 4/9

Felicia Riggs Roberson 4/9

Elvionna White 4/8

Angela Clark 4/10

Vivian Nelson 4/10

Ophelia Greene 4/11

Deidra Lane 4/12

Tiffany Wardlaw 4/12

Doris Works 4/12

Karen M. Dukes-Smith 4/14

Charmeika Goodwin 4/14

Kimberly Harrison 4/14

Gwenneth Simmonds 4/14

Pamela Foster 4/15

Mildred Evans 4/16

Latisha Reed Chestnut 4/16

Paulette Edwards 4/17

Tracy Middleton 4/18

LaRonda Cannon 4/19

Vashanda King-Nero 4/20

K'Shaun Sanders 4/20

Robin Jackson 4/21

Rana O'Bryant 4/24

Doris Greene 4/25

Barbara P. Lisbon 4/25

De'Chancela Williams 4/25

Beryl Dakers-Burton 4/26

Vera B. Chapman 4/27

Shirley Wilson Clinton 4/29

(l-r) Social Action Co-chair Senator Tameika Issac Devine, Social Action Chair Melissa Watson Ward and Christina Cue, Aiken CountyAlumnaeSocialActionChair

Social Action Chair Melissa Watson Ward and CochairSenatorTameikaIsaacDevinerepresented the Columbia (SC) Alumnae Chapter and joined membersfromalloverthecountryandasororfrom Japan,inournation'scapitaltohandlethesorority's socialactionbusiness.

“As members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, we haveaduty,byoath,toengagein social action. That duty is rooted in the courage and determination exhibited by the Founders to not only establish our Sorority but participate in the Women's Suffrage Parade of 1913 as their firstpublicevent.”

“DDNCwasamazinganda major takeaway was we needtoorganizeandNOT share everything on social media. Let’s move with discreet collective intention.” - Soror Melissa WatsonWard

Sorors were reminded, "this is our 1912 missiontomeetour1913moment".

There was an opportunity to hear from numerous speakers, including Reverend Al Sharpton, Senator and Soror Angela Alsobrooks, founder of Win with Black Women, Soror Jotaka Eaddy, our sorors in Congress, and many other inspiring leaders inthemovement.

During this time, we need to support Black institutions. Black businesses and Black brands have to be our priority. We must “Boycott and Buycott”! This was one of the many charges given to attendees by the speakers. They prepared sorors for visits on The Hill, where South Carolina Sorors met with the offices of Senators Tim Scott and Lindsey Graham, as well as Congressman Jim Clyburn. The focus of the visits was votingrights,education,andeconomics.

Remembersorors,wehaveworktodo,and thisisa"marathon,notasprint."

National Minority National Minority Health Month Health Month

Sharing our Story

April is National Minority Health Month. It is a time to reflect upon the health and well-being of minority and underserved communities and to recognize and celebrate the people, organizations, systems, and community initiatives committed to serving them. Underserved and minority communities have long suffered from higher rates of cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections, and other health conditions. Over the last five years, gun violence, mental health, suicide, and substance use and abuse, have been on the rise and are receiving more attention. Factors and conditions that fuel the existence of these health conditions and impact health outcomes of individuals and communities can include income, education, neighborhood and work environments, access to quality health care, and racism.

National National Minority Minority Health Health Month Month

Therearemorethan100HBCUs locatedin19states,theDistrictof Columbia, and the US Virgin Islands.Withmorethan200,000 studentsenrolled,theyofferhigh quality undergraduate, graduate, and professional school programs, to include medicine, nursing, and public health. In addition, they continue a legacy ofpartnershipwithunderserved, under-resourced, low-income communities to strengthen, support,andimprovethequality oflifeincommunitiesthroughout theUnitedStatesandbeyond.

Improvingandprotectingthehealthof the community requires becoming educated and remaining aware of the health challenges that continue to plague the community and engaging citizens and community organizations inpartnershipsthatleadtoactionand solutions. As government resources and support continue to decline, it is imperative that the nation and our communities respect, treasure, support,andremainconnectedtothe valuable resources that exist at our nation’s Historically Black Colleges andUniversities(HBCUs),theirmedical schools,andotherprofessionalschool programs.Wemustworktogether!

National Minority Health Month

HBCUs have nurtured and produced many of the nation's most iconic medical and public health leaders, community servants, and scientists. As we close Minority Health Month, let us recognize and celebrate a few of them.

Thaddeus John Bell, MD, Charleston, SC; a Columbia, SC native and graduate of South Carolina State University; Former medical education professor at the Medical University of South Carolina; Physician in private practice and Executive Director of the non-profit - Closing the Gap in Health Care.

David Satcher, MD, Ph.D., Atlanta, GA; graduate of Morehouse College; former director of the Centers for Disease Control and former Surgeon General of the United States; serves as a medical, public health educator, and advisor with the Morehouse School of Medicine

Regina Benjamin, MD, Alabama native; graduate of Xavier University in New Orleans, LA; 18th Surgeon General of the United States; an advocate for and founder of a rural health clinic in the state of Alabama.

Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner (1912-2006) resided in Washington DC and attended Howard University; She had multiple inventions including the adjustable sanitary belt, which preceded the sanitary pads used today. She also invented a hard surface tray attachment and a soft pocket for carrying items when using a walker or wheelchair. These inventions have improved the quality of life of millions.

Phyiscal and Mental Health Committee Presents

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Dr. Vanessa Wideman

—a soror and boardcertified family physician and highly accomplished Lieutenant Colonel in the armed forces. With extensive experience in both civilian and military medicine, Dr. Wideman currently serves as the Chief of Medical Staff at McEntire Joint National GuardBase.

The "Let's Talk Menopause" webinar with Dr. Vanessa Wideman provided valuable insights for individuals navigating the journey of menopause.Keytakeawaysinclude:

TIMING

Theaverageagefor womentoexperience menopauseisduring theirfifties.

COMMON SYMPTOMS

Whileexperiencesvary, commonsymptoms includenightsweatsand hotflashes,vaginal dryness,weightgainin themidsection,andhair loss.It'simportantto rememberthat individualsmaynot experienceallofthese symptoms.

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TREATMENT OPTIONS

Bothnon-hormonaland hormonaltreatmentsare availabletomanage menopausesymptoms.

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MEDICAL CONSULTATION

Itiscrucialtodiscussany potentialtreatmentswith yourphysicianbefore startinganymedication toensurethereareno adverseinteractionswith yourcurrenthealthplan.

In summary, the webinar emphasized understanding the typical timing and common symptoms of menopause,highlightedthe availability of various treatment options, and stressedtheimportanceof consultingwithaphysician before starting any new treatments. Additionally, lifestylefactorslikeexercise and diet play a significant roleinthislifestage. 13

Maintaining an active lifestyle through exercise and adhering to a healthy diet are important aspects of navigating menopause.

THE CAMDENCUP

SororAprilMorgancoordinatedanabsolutefungatheringatthe90 Camden Cup,Saturday,March30 .“TheCarolinaCupismorethanjustasteeplechase— it’s a time-honored Southern tradition filled with exciting races, social gatherings,andimpeccablestyle”!Thesororsenjoyedadayoffun,fashion,and fast-pacedaction.

The Carolina Cup boasts of being “more than just a steeplechase—it’s a time-honored Southern tradition filled with exciting races, social gatherings, and impeccable style”

Camden Cup

The Camden Cup offers are variety of live entertainment and fun. Thereare clothing,food, and leather goods vendors; attendees can enter the best dressed, best hat and pants competitions; fans can visit the paddock to see the horses; and find friends to mingle, eat anddrinkwith.

Sisterhood Fun

LINE DANCE SOCIAL

Alright, picture this: Hyatt Park was theplacetobe!ForgetyourMonday blues because the energy was absolutely electric as our chapter membersandsorors enjoyedaline dancing event with the community! We kicked off the night with some serious "Boots on the Ground," fans were flapping and the floor was thumpingwithhappyfeet.

Next up, we got our groove on with steps to "They Not Like us, TV Off andHavingaParty,"andtherewere definitely some presidential-level moves happening out there! Smiles were contagious, and even if a few of us stumbled (gracefully, of course!),thelaughterwasnon-stop.

The community really showed up, and it was fantastic to see people from all walks of life learning and laughingtogether.Bytheendofthe night, we weren't just learning dances; we were building connections and making memories. Hyatt Park was buzzing with good music, great company, and a whole lotofhappy,two-steppingfeet!

We lit up the park!

2025

APRIL 2025

EVENTS

Dionysian Ball, State Fairgrounds, Goodman Building, 7pm 25 SC Spring State Meeting Spartanburg, SC 25-26 19 Chapter Meeting, 10:00am Second Nazareth Baptist Church

Dionysian Stroll Practice DLDC, 6-7:30 pm

Bridging The Gap, The Delta Roundup, 2-4:30pm, Girl Scouts Building

NPHC Meeting, 5:00pm

MAY 2025 2025 UPCOMING EVENTS