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Southern & Central California Exec Board Sisterhood Hosted by Epsilon Kappa (CSU Fullerton) – March 4, 2005
THANK YOU ANNA GOLKA for helping to coordinate this!!! THANK YOU EPSILON KAPPA FOR OPENING UP YOUR BEAUTIFUL CHAPTER HOUSE!!!
One in four college women report surviving rape or attempted rape. As sisters and friends this issue is very near and dear to our hearts. We may never know just who this has affected in our own lives. The month of April has been designated Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) in the United States. The goal of SAAM is to raise public awareness about sexual violence and to educate communities and individuals on how to prevent sexual violence. Each day, people witness a continuum of behaviors that range from being respectful and safe, to sexually abusive and violent. There are many things that you as a sorority woman can do to educate yourself and friends to prevent sexual assault or serve as the safety net when it does occur. Your first step is to start that conversation…don't be afraid to bring a speaker in to your chapter meeting to talk about a range of prevention focused topics like healthy relationships/communication, self defense, social safety, etc. In addition, recognize that there may be women in your very own chapter that may be victims of sexual assault be prepared to listen and believe in them. Prepare your chapter members by building awareness around local/campus wellness resources to help nurture a healthy collegiate experience or be ready when your sisters need you most. Resources: Request a speaker - The Voices and Faces Project National Sexual Violence Resource Center Rape Abuse Incest National Network Local Resources: Center for Community Solutions - San Diego Community Service Programs (Victims Assistance) - Orange County
Applications to serve as a student trustee on the 2011-2012 Alpha Chi Omega Foundation Board of Trustees are now available! Serving as a student trustee is an excellent opportunity to get involved with Alpha Chi Omega leadership on a national level by acting as the voice for the collegiate member. Along with attending board meetings and weighing into important discussions, student trustees have the opportunity to work directly with collegiate chapters by building relationships and investing them in the mission of the Foundation. Applicants must be a junior or senior during the 2011-2012 academic year and have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25. Applications and additional information are available on the website. If you have any questions please contact Theresa Loth.
Province/Career Day, which will be held for all Southern California Alpha Chi members on March 6, 2011 in Fullerton, California. This is a valuable event that will be held every two years, bringing together successful alumnae in various industries together with college students focusing on sisterhood and personal development. There will be a special focus on personal development to help you prepare for and build your career. This event will bring distinguished Alpha Chi speakers from all over the state to provide experienced insights on topics such as effective resume writing and interviewing, securing the best internships, how to network for career advancement, graduate school applications, business etiquette, salary negotiation and financial/401K planning. Keep posted for registration information!
Alpha Chi Omega Foundation gave over $120,000 in scholarships last year...collegiate and alumna members can apply here. Deadline is March 1. If you have questions please contact Amber Latta.
With help from our founders, headquarters put together a fabulous short film to commemorate the 125 years of our amazing sisterhood. If you have not had a chance to view, the video can be found by clicking here.
Happy 125th Birthday Alpha Chi Omega! May there be many years of faith, hope and love to come!
LITB,
Charissa :)
Domestic Violence Awareness month has a very special meaning to us Alpha Chis. More often than not, society envisions those affected by domestic violence as other people. That “other” may be closer than you think! Start the conversation with your sisters and peers on prevention, healthy relationships, self worth and confidence. Offer prevention opportunities and raise awareness by working with local non-profit agencies to provide education or develop your own curriculum based on your own research. Prevention is key in any cause!
Resources for ideas:
http://www.loveisnotabuse.com/web/guest/downloadfile (specific curriculum and resources developed…great for a chi connection!)
Local resources (San Diego): http://www.ccssd.org/services_eando.html
Local resources (Riverside): http://www.alternativestodv.org/programs/communityeducation.html
