Central Region Awards

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Central Region Awards

Link to Application/Documentation:

http://www.sgrhocentral.com/2016-awards-and-achievements

Awards

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Attendance Award

Given to the undergraduate and graduate chapters with the

highest number of Sorors in attendance at the Central

Region Conference

N/A N/A N/A

Carrie Filer Davis Award

Given to the undergraduate and graduate chapters with the

highest percentage for increased membership. Will be

presented at 2016 Area Meetings for 2016-2017

sorority year.

N/A N/A N/A

Certificate of Recognition

Given to the undergraduate and graduate Sorors for

meritorious service

Letter of Recommendation from

the Chapter Basileus

Central Region Achievement & Awards Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016 Hattie Redford Scrapbook Scrapbook showcasing national theme for Undergraduate & Graduate Chapter activities, events and programs for the timeframe of

Boule 2014 to Boule 2016. Awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd

places.

1. Award Application 2. Chapter Annual Report

Central Region Achievement & Awards Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016 Chapter Exhibit

Table display showcasing national theme for Undergraduate & Graduate Chapter activities, events and programs for the timeframe of

Boule 2014 to Boule 2016. Awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd

places.

1. Award Application 2. Chapter Scrapbook 3. Chapter Annual Report

Central Region Achievement & Awards Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016

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Central Region Awards

Link to Application/Documentation:

http://www.sgrhocentral.com/2016-awards-and-achievements

Awards

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Ollie V. Greene Humanitarian Award

Given each year to the Soror, Sigma affiliate member or community person who best

epitomizes the life of George Washington Carver, the great scientist and humanitarian.

1. Personal Profile 2. Letter of

recommendation from chapter, include pictures and articles Central Region Achievement & Awards Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016 Dr. Annie Lane Lawrence Brown Mental Health Achievement Award (Regional Award)

Central Region elects to award the Dr. Annie Lawrence Brown

Mental Health Award to a Soror for outstanding service

in providing Mental Health Education to the general public

and projecting the Sigma Gamma Rho image.

1. Personal Profile 2. Letter of

recommendation from chapter, include pictures and articles Central Region Achievement & Awards Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016

*Mary Lou Allison Little Loving Cup

Award (National Award)

Chapter reporting the most successful program related to

ideals, purposes, motto, and national theme.

Evidence pre-planning of year's activities and projecting the Sigma

image. Programs promote Sigma activities

such as Founders Day, Sigma Week, National

Youth Project, multi-cultural activities, etc.

Central Region Achievement & Awards Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016 *National Youth Projects Award (National Award)

Given annually to one chapter in each of the regions making

the most contribution and progress towards to the

development and implementation of Sigma Gamma Rho's National Youth

Project.

National Application and other required materials

Central Region Achievement & Awards Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016

Central Region Awards

Link to Application/Documentation:

http://www.sgrhocentral.com/2016-awards-and-achievements

Awards

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*Dr. Rejesta V. Perry Project Reassurance Award

(National Award)

Given each year of a Boule to the chapter reporting the most

successful Project Reassurance Program.

Copy of Central Region SPET (Service Project Evaluation and Tracking)

form submitted for national programs recognition. Pictures and articles. Letters from any

co-sponsoring or volunteer organizations Central Region Achievement & Awards Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016

*Regional winners are submitted to the International Achievement & Awards Committee as regional representatives

for competition at Boule.

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Central Region Scholarships

Link to Application/Documentation:

http://www.sgrhocentral.com/2016-awards-and-achievements

Scholarships

Description

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to:

Deadline

Beatrice Fox

The Beatrice Fox scholarship is available for an undergraduate

student who can effectively document her need for a

$1,000 grant.

http://sgrhocentral.celect.org/site/asse

ts/393480/Dr._Morris_Grant_Informati

on___Application-2016.pdf

This annual grant established in her name will provide two

qualified Central Region Undergraduate members with a

$250 grant to be used for text books and / or school supplies.

http://sgrhocentral.celect.org/site/asse

ts/393481/Beatrice_Fox_Scholarship_I

nformtation___Application-2016.pdf

Central Region National Program Awards

Link to Application/Documentation:

https://sgrhocentral.celect.org/site/assets/395034/Central_Region_National_Programs_Award_Submission_Packet_15-16.pdf

Awards

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Operation BigBookBag Presented to Graduate & Undergraduate chapter with outstanding programs adhering to National Program criteria and standards. Completed National Programs and Projects Universal Reporting Form.

Provide project report via email or hard copy. Provide

any statistics on academic improvement of students involved in the program. List any partner organizations or

co-sponsors and their contributions whether monetary, supplies or other.

CR National Programs Coordinator nationalprojectschair@sgrhoc entral.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 Youth Symposium Presented to Graduate chapter with outstanding program adhering to National Program criteria and standards.

Complete National Program Awards Application & Service Project Tracking Evaluation Form. Provide project report via email or hard copy. Event held in

March 2016. CR National Programs Coordinator nationalprojectschair@sgrhoc entral.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 Mwanamugi mu Essay Contest Presented to Graduate & Undergraduate chapter with outstanding programs adhering to National Program criteria and standards.

Complete National Program Awards Application & Service Project Tracking Evaluation Form. Theme:

“Exploring Our Global Community”. Provide project

report via email or hard copy. A completed Essay Contest Chapter Plan from

the Mwanamugimu Guidebook (available on National website). Essay

contest participant guidelines. Essay Scoring

Criteria. Copy of Winning Essay. CR National Programs Coordinator nationalprojectschair@sgrhoc entral.com Sunday, January 31, 2016

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Central Region National Program Awards

Link to Application/Documentation: https://sgrhocentral.celect.org/site/assets/395034/Central_Region_National_Programs_Award_Submission_Packet_15-16.pdf Haiti McDaniel Breast Cancer Awareness and Health Program Presented to Graduate & Undergraduate chapter with outstanding programs adhering to National Program criteria and standards. Completed National Programs and Projects Universal Reporting Form

CR National Programs Coordinator nationalprojectschair@sgrhoc entral.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 Have a HEART for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital Presented to Graduate & Undergraduate chapter with outstanding programs adhering to National Program criteria and standards.

Complete National Program Awards Application & Service Project Tracking Evaluation Form. CR National Programs Coordinator nationalprojectschair@sgrhoc entral.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 March for Babies Presented to Graduate & Undergraduate chapter with outstanding programs adhering to National Program criteria and standards.

Complete National Program Awards Application & Service Project Tracking Evaluation Form. CR National Programs Coordinator nationalprojectschair@sgrhoc entral.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 Project CRADLE Care Presented to Graduate & Undergraduate chapter with outstanding programs adhering to National Program criteria and standards.

Complete National Program Awards Application & Service Project Tracking Evaluation Form. CR National Programs Coordinator nationalprojectschair@sgrhoc entral.com Sunday, January 31, 2016

Central Region National Program Awards

Complete National Program Awards Application & Service Project Tracking Evaluation Form. CR National Programs Coordinator nationalprojectschair@sgrhoc entral.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 *Most Service Hours Reported Graduate and undergraduate chapters reporting

the most service hours since the last

conference.

Complete National Program Awards Application & Service Project Tracking Evaluation Form. CR National Programs Coordinator nationalprojectschair@sgrhoc entral.com Sunday, January 31, 2016

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Affiliate Awards – Philos

Link to Application/Documentation: http://www.sgrhocentral.com/2016-awards-and-achievements

Award

Description

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Documentation

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Outstanding Philo Affiliate

Affiliate with outstanding service since the previous

conference. Service to local Sigma Chapter, Philo

Affiliate, Rhoers, community/civic organizations 1. Chapter Profile 2. Letter of Recommendation from Graduate Chapter Central Region Awards & Achievement Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016 Community Service

Outstanding service to the community, civic projects

and charitable donations

1. Chapter Profile 2. Letters, pictures, and articles Central Region Awards & Achievement Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016

Philo Advisor of the Year

Outstanding Philo Advisor exhibiting leadership in the chapter & affiliate, fosters

and encourages relationship between Philos and Sigmas. She maintains high standards of character projecting the

best Sigma image possible. 1. Personal Profile 2. Letter of Recommendation from Graduate Chapter 3. Letter of Recommendation from Affiliate President Central Region Awards & Achievement Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016 Philo Membership Development

Affiliate with highest increase in new members

inducted since the last conference

N/A N/A

Sunday, January 31, 2016

Philo of the Year

Outstanding Philo exhibiting leadership in the

affiliate, fosters and encourages outstanding service to the community

and the sorority. She maintains high standards of character projecting the

best Sigma Philo image possible. 1. Personal Profile 2. Letter of Recommendation from Graduate Chapter Central Region Awards & Achievement Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016

Affiliate Awards – Philos

Link to Application/Documentation: http://www.sgrhocentral.com/2016-awards-and-achievements

Award

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Philo Scrapbook 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Scrapbook showcasing national theme for Affiliate's activities, events

and programs for the timeframe of Boule 2014 to Boule 2016. Awards for

1st, 2nd, and 3rd places.

Central Region Award Application Central Region Awards & Achievement Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016 Conference Attendance 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place

Affiliate with the largest number of members attending the conference

Affiliates' Registered

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Affiliate Awards - Rhoers

Link to Application/Documentation:

https://sgrhocentral.celect.org/site/assets/393753/2016_Rhoer_Awards_Applications.pdf

Award

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Rhoer Advisor of the Year

This award is presented to the Club Advisor who has

provided exemplary leadership and mentorship

to her Rhoer Club. She is also an advisor has has worked cooperatively and

diligently with her fellow advisors and local chapter

to plan, organize and execute effective programming for the

Rhoers.

1. Rhoer Advisor of the Year Application

2. Typed report detailing completed projects as well as programs, since the last

Regional conference, Programs should be extensions of the Sorority's International programs.

3. Letter of Recommendation from local Chapter Basileus or Club Co-Advisors. Central Region Awards & Achievement Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016 Rhoer Club of the Year

This award is presented to the club that has participated actively with

the community, worked with their local chapter and

developed or sponsored outstanding programs.

1. Rhoer Club of the Year Application

2. Chapter Scrapbook 3. Letter of Recommendation from Graduate Chapter

4. Chapter Display (optional but must include the scrapbook)

Central Region Awards & Achievement Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016 Rhoer of the Year

This award is presented to the Rhoer who has actively participated in the

activities of her club, distinguished herself academically, and exemplified leadership abilities both within her club and community.

1. Rhoer of the Year application 2. Transcript verifying GPA 3. Letter of recommendation from your Rhoer Club Advisor 4. Documentation to support participation/involvement in the Rhoer club and Community activities

5. Verification of receipt of awards, recognitions, or honors received

6. Verification of financial status 7. Letter of recommendation from outside source (pastor, teacher etc). Central Region Awards & Achievement Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016

Affiliate Awards - Rhoers

Link to Application/Documentation:

https://sgrhocentral.celect.org/site/assets/393753/2016_Rhoer_Awards_Applications.pdf

Award

Description

Required Documentation

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Deadline

Rhoer Scrapbook

Scrapbook showcasing community service, programs developed or sponsored by the club, educational outings, and trainings or workshops the Rhoer have participated in for the timeframe of Boule

2014 to Boule 2016. Awards for 1st, 2nd, and

3rd places.

Central Region Award Application Central Region Awards & Achievement Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016 Miss Rhoer Competition

The Miss Rhoer Pageant is held every Boule year on both the Regional (Miss

Rhoer) and International levels (Miss International Rhoer). At the regional level the pageant is held to

determine the Rhoer that will represent her region at the Boule and compete for the title Miss International

Rhoer.

1. Transcript verifying Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 or better

2. Letter of recommendation from outside sources (Pastor, Teacher)

3. Letter of recommendation from your Rhoer Advisor 4. 300 Word Essay addressing the following:

The Rhoer’s future as a woman and what she can offer to mankind

5. Verification of the Rhoer’s financial status

6. Resume of participation in high school

activities/involvement, achievements, and honors received Central Region Awards & Achievement Committee Sunday, January 31, 2016

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Central Region Undergraduate Awards

Link to Application & Documentation:

https://sgrhocentral.celect.org/site/assets/393754/Central_Region_Undergraduate_Awards_2016.pdf

Awards

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Individual Awards

Scholastic Achievement (Certificates)

Awarded to all undergraduate Sorors with a cumulative 3.0

GPA (3.75 on a 5.0 scale). Unofficial transcript or enrollment verification reflecting GPA is required.

– Unofficial transcript for Fall 2015 > 3.0/4.0 scale Undergraduate Concerns Committee awards@sgrhocentr al.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 Outstanding Scholarship

Given to undergraduate Sorors completing her freshmen, sophomore, junior and senior

year that has the highest scholastic records of Sorors throughout the region. Official

transcript required Special trophy for each award winner

plus $100 gift card for each winner.

– Unofficial transcript for Fall 2015 > 3.0/4.0 scale

– Transcript or Enrollment verification must show class year Undergraduate Concerns Committee awards@sgrhocentr al.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 Graduating Senior Award Given to undergraduate graduating Soror having the

most outstanding record in school and sorority activities during her undergraduate year

– Unofficial transcript for Fall 2015

– Document proving

graduation in Dec 2015, May 2016 or Aug 2016

– Memo explaining record of outstanding

achievement/involvement in school and sorority;

involvement in conferences, meetings, etc.

– Recommendation from campus or Sigma advisor

Undergraduate Concerns Committee awards@sgrhocentr al.com Sunday, January 31, 2016

Central Region Undergraduate Awards

Link to Application & Documentation:

https://sgrhocentral.celect.org/site/assets/393754/Central_Region_Undergraduate_Awards_2016.pdf

Awards

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Undergraduate Rising Star

Given to an undergraduate Soror who maintains a positive

attitude in all circumstances, and is exemplary in carrying

out her duties; maintains Sigma image and has shown involvement with the sorority through the graduate chapter

or regional committees

– Unofficial transcript for Fall 2015

– Recommendation letter from UG advisor or regional committee chair Undergraduate Concerns Committee awards@sgrhocentr al.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 Undergraduate Advisor of the Year

The graduate chapter advisor recognized for her leadership, patience, positive attitude,

willingness to listen, and outstanding service as a role

model and mentor to her undergraduates. Winner receives paid trip to AFLV Conference in following year (registration/hotel) and $250

gift card.

– Recommendation letter from advised UG Chapter or Graduate Basileus with supporting documentation – Memo /pictures explaining record of outstanding achievement/involvement in relationship with

undergraduate chapter and sorority; involvement in conferences, meetings, etc.

Undergraduate Concerns Committee awards@sgrhocentr al.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 Undergraduate of the Year Undergraduate Soror nominated by her undergraduate chapter and

graduate chapter advisor, holds a 3.0 cumulative GPA (3.75 on a 5.0 scale) (or have shown a significant increase in

scholastic achievement), and who is recognized for her demonstration as outstanding

leader in her chapter and on the college campus. Winner receives paid trip to AFLV Conference in following year (registration/hotel) and $250

gift card.

– Unofficial transcript for Fall 2015

– Recommendation letter from UG Advisor with supporting documentation

– Recommendation letter from collegiate campus official

Undergraduate Concerns Committee awards@sgrhocentr al.com Sunday, January 31, 2016

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Central Region Undergraduate Awards

Link to Application & Documentation:

https://sgrhocentral.celect.org/site/assets/393754/Central_Region_Undergraduate_Awards_2016.pdf

Awards

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Campus Greek Advisor or Campus Advisor Recognition Certificate Acknowledgement to campus advisor or Greek advisor with a

certificate of appreciation from the Region.

– Letter from undergraduate chapter with supporting information Undergraduate Concerns Committee awards@sgrhocentr al.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 Award of Achievement

Any undergraduate Soror who received honor from her college/university or who have

given outstanding service to the institution and the sorority.

The Soror should show initiative in helping to promote

and interpret the sorority program to the community, Sorors and campus culture. She has a record in recruiting and orientating new members.

– Copy of award presented from campus or community

Undergraduate Concerns Committee awards@sgrhocentr al.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 Graduating Senior Recognition

Special recognition given to all graduating seniors for the

current sorority year who attend the Regional Conference (Dec 2015, May 2015 and Aug 2015 graduates)

– Unofficial transcript for Fall 2015

– Document proving

graduation in Dec 2015, May 2016 or Aug 2016 Undergraduate Concerns Committee awards@sgrhocentr al.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 Chapter Awards Chapter Scholastic Achievement

The undergraduate chapters recognized for outstanding

scholastic achievement throughout the region. Special recognition will be awarded to the chapters with the highest

GPA of all Greek-lettered organizations. Number of members in chapter must be higher than college/university student organization minimum.

– Submission of grades from FALL 2015 for all financial members in the chapter – Unofficial transcript for Fall 2015 > 3.0/4.0 scale

– Campus Greek Organization Overall Academic Report – Fall 2015 (must show all campus averages and averages of all Greeks on campus, if applicable) Undergraduate Concerns Committee awards@sgrhocentr al.com Sunday, January 31, 2016

Central Region Undergraduate Awards

Link to Application & Documentation:

https://sgrhocentral.celect.org/site/assets/393754/Central_Region_Undergraduate_Awards_2016.pdf

Awards

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Soaring Upward Recognition

Acknowledgment of the chapter who has demonstrated

continuous outstanding percentage of graduating seniors who transfer to the

alumnae chapter.

Awarded by Region – Email can be sent for consideration,

but not necessary

N/A Sunday, January 31, 2016 Undergraduate Chapter of the Year Acknowledgement of the chapter who has demonstrated an exceptional record of overall

chapter excellence. Academics, programming,

campus involvement, membership growth, community service and chapter

management; Chapter must have 5+ members to submit; $500 regional award & trophy

– Unofficial transcripts for Fall 2015; must be all on one page; report from school

recommended

– Chapter must have 5+ members to apply

– Submission of grades from ALL current members in the chapter

– Memo explaining record of outstanding programming and campus involvement as well as sorority events, Area Meetings, Regional Conferences, Boules (past/present)

§ Inclusion of flyers, pictures, campus newspaper articles, etc. recommended

– Recommendation from campus or Sigma advisor – 2014-15 Audit for Excellence must have been submitted

Undergraduate Concerns Committee awards@sgrhocentr al.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 Essence of Sigma Service Acknowledgement to the chapter who has demonstrated excellence in implementing the Sorority’s national projects and programs. Consideration taken

from records submitted to Regional Programs Chair

monthly.

– Memo explaining record of outstanding service programs and National Programs – Inclusion of flyers, pictures, campus newspaper articles, etc. recommended Undergraduate Concerns Committee awards@sgrhocentr al.com Sunday, January 31, 2016

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Central Region Undergraduate Awards

Link to Application & Documentation:

https://sgrhocentral.celect.org/site/assets/393754/Central_Region_Undergraduate_Awards_2016.pdf

Awards

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Undergraduate Program

“Vision Award”

Acknowledgement of the chapter who has demonstrated

leadership by creating a special campus based program

that addresses campus issues or needs. The campus program

must have been in collaboration with another

student organization or university office. Awards given for both fall and winter campus

programming.

– Recommendation letter from chapter with supporting documentation

– Flyer of campus program co-sponsored with another student organization

– Date of event must be visible (two awards given: Spr 2015, Fall 2015 or Spr 2016) – Date of Spring 2015 activities must have occurred after the 75th Regional Conference Undergraduate Concerns Committee awards@sgrhocentr al.com Sunday, January 31, 2016 Step Competition Participation at Regional Conference

Please check regional website for registration form

Undergraduate Concerns Committee awards@sgrhocentr al.com Sunday, January 31, 2016

The Boule Awards listed below must be submitted directly to the

International Achievement & Awards Committee.

Boule Awards

Awards

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Hall of Fame Alumnae Sorors recommended by chapter

National Application and other required

materials National Achievement & Awards Committee

Given each year of a Boule

for outstanding service in providing Mental Health Education to the general public and projecting the Sigma Gamma Rho image.

National Application and other required

materials National Achievement & Awards Committee

Given to the outstanding person in the community

whom the sorority wishes to publicly recognize for outstanding achievement in

human and community service.

National Application and other required

materials National Achievement & Awards Committee