Epsilon State Reports due February 1

Chapter presidents/officers are currently in the process of completing chapter reports due February 1 to Epsilon. These reports give an overview of our state from many areas: Communications, finance, membership, etc.  An overall report will be compiled for Epsilon and sent to International for the March 1 due date. The importance of these reports offer a "bird's eye view" from the state level concerning chapter health. Please assist your chapter president in completing this report if  you are called upon to do so. Chapter presidents have an abundance of paperwork to complete while serving in this capacity. Epsilon thanks all members for their dedication of time, talent and service to our Society.

Educational Credentialing/Endorsement Committee

At the present time, Epsilon does not possess the ability to award CEU's for member participation in workshops, convention attendance or educational meetings (Chapter meetings which have specific presentations focusing on educational topics). In an effort to offer greater benefits to our state membership four members have been appointed to serve on the Educational Credentialing/Endorsement Committee. ECEC Members are:

• Dr. Sharon Hornsby
• Eddy Anne Ouder
• AnnMarie Wolfe
• Janie Humphries

The committee has been charged with the task of gaining postsecondary support from an agency to endorse Epsilon events thereby awarding CEU's to attendees. Dr. Beverly Helms, Florida and DKG presidential nominee is also assisting the committee in this effort. Florida has paved the way for this program within our Society and Beverly's assistance is greatly appreciated.

Today Show Scarf for DKG Members

As you complete your registration form for the 2012 International Convention in NY you will notice the option to purchase a DKG scarf. Camille Kuntz in the Information Services Department at Headquarters designed the scarf specifically for the convention goers attending the Today Show. DKG members are scheduled to go to the plaza for the Today Show on Thursday. So, don't delay. Get your scarf so that you can show off your pride in DKG!

Epsilon 2012 Convention Registration

February 23 is the registration deadline for state convention at a cost of $15. Beyond February 23 the cost rises to $25. So, get your form in early! State convention promises to be an occasion that you do not want to miss. I will be looking for you!!!! Registration form is located on Epsilon's website at http://epsilonstatedkg.wordpress.com/ .

“Stylin’ n Profiln’ ”

Submitted by: Nedra Tabor, Chi Chapter, SW District

(poster)

Chi  Shoe Store

1929 Delta Kappa Gamma Blvd.

Epsilon, Louisiana 70380

 

(Sister Blister limps in while sales clerk is dusting)

Sales clerk:  “Hello, Sister Blister.  Can I help you?”

Sister Blister:   I don’t know.  My sole is really hurting. (points to foot).

Clerk:  Yes, I can see that you need help.

SB:  Oh, I am afraid I am beyond help.  You see, I’ve become calloused and I flatly refuse to think there is any hope for me.

Clerk:  Now, now, don’t talk that way.  You’ve taken a step in the right direction by coming here.  After all, our store belongs to the Relief “Sole-ciety and we specialize in taking care of “de-feet”. (points to the foot)

SB:  You do?  Well, I need a new pair of shoes.  Do you have something I would like?

Clerk:   Yes, but not just any pair will do.  You have very special problems so we need to be very careful in selecting the shoe that would be the best for you.  Let me introduce you to some of our most popular shoes.

(LOAFERS)   (poster with a picture of loafers and the word –loafers)( holding a covered shoe box with the word LOAFERS on the side of the box) (come out very casually and look bored)

SB:  This pair looks nice.

Clerk:  Yes, but they’re really just a couple of “loafers. “ They accepted the call to action, but they just refuse to get in step with the program. 

SB:  You’re right.  I guess I wouldn’t want them.

(Thongs/flip flops—poster – and shoebox--sort of flipping around)

Clerk:  Here’s another pair.  But I don’t think you’d want them.

SB:  Why not?

Clerk:  Well, sometimes they do what they are supposed to do and sometimes they don’t.  They flip flop all over the place and are not dependable.  They don’t seem to have enough substance to cover all angles.  They lack commitment.

(Sneakers peeking around the corner and comes out cautiously)(poster & shoebox)

SB:  Is that the pair for me?

Clerk:  No, I’m afraid not.  They’re just a pair of sneakers.  Oh, they do get out and intend to do things, but they are so tied up they do everything  at the last minute.  If you don’t treat them right they tend to develop a stinky attitude.

SB:  (shrugging shoulders and looking disgusted ) Well, I guess Keds will be Keds.

(Furry Slippers enter)(poster & shoebox)

SB:  Boy, they look great.  I bet they are very comfortable.

Clerk:  Yes, but don’t let their appearance fool you.  They’re one of the worst pairs.  Underneath that soft, warm surface is a cold heart.  They say they want to help and they offer their total support, but sooner or later you will find that these offers are flimsy and certainly not fur real.  Somehow, when you really need them, they always manage to just slip out.

(High Heels)(poster and shoebox)

SB:  My, but aren’t they stylish.

Clerk:   They do look good, but eventually  they will cramp your style and not hold you up over the long haul.  They may even become your arch enemy.

(PUMPS—looking nice, neat, smiling)

SB:  Wow, I think I’ve finally found what I’ve been looking for.

Clerk:  Yes.  I think these would be great.  There would be room enough to allow you to be toe-tly  comfortable,  they do not have wagging tongues, and the heels are high enough to raise your self-esteem, but not so high that you would overwork your soles. 

Yes.  I think this is the pair for you.

…..and now, a little advice from the “shoe rack”….. something to “pump” you up!

Conclusion:  “Shoe-Rack”

(post the advice on the back of the shoebox so that it can be read to the audience)

Pumps: Get pumped up and maintain a positive outlook.  Being optimistic enables you to expect good things and will help you visualize what you can do, rather than things that you fear.  Developing confidence in your ability to solve problems and trusting your instincts helps build resilience.

Heels:  Dig in your heels and look for opportunities for self-discovery.  People often learn something about themselves when working in group dynamics.   Even though things get piled high and unbalanced, avoid seeing problems as insurmountable. You can’t change the fact that stressful events happen, but you can change how you interpret and respond to these events. 

Slippers:  Don’t let your fur get messed up!   Accept that change is a part of living.  Certain goals may no longer be attainable.  Accepting circumstances that cannot be changed can help you focus on circumstances that you can change.

Sneakers: Make connections.  Good relationships are like shoelaces, they are ties that bind.  Accept help and support from team members and be willing to help others.   Remember, group interaction does not include “wagging tongues.”

Flip flops: Don’t flip flop around.  Take decisive actions rather than detaching yourself from the problems and wishing they would just go away.

Loafers: Instead of standing still, move forward with your goals.  Develop realistic goals.  Do something regularly—even if it seems like a small accomplishment.  Instead of focusing on tasks that seem unachievable, ask yourself, “What’s one thing I know I can accomplish today that helps me move in the direction I want to go?

Clerk:  My friends, stylin’ n profilin’ that’s what we do for you today.

By: Nedra Tabor Chi Chapter, Professional Affairs Committee Presentation, November 7, 2011 

Chapter Excellence: Eta Chapter

Great job Eta Chapter! 34 members strong and located in the Northeast district, Eta Chapter is led by President Betty Rogers. Some of the member projects conducted by Eta Chapter include donations of $400 to the ULM Child Development Center, as well as $300 to Broaden Horizons and the adoption of the ULM Child Development Center as one of their two community projects. Eta Chapter covers the geographic areas of Columbia, Monroe, Calhoun, West Monroe, Farmerville, Swartz and Saint Paul. Eta will also honor a deserving student teacher during the February meeting. Way to go Eta Chapter. Keep up the great work.

Chapter Excellence: Alpha Zeta Chapter

Wow! Lots going on in Alpha Zeta Chapter led by President Yvonne Normand. Located in the Southwest District Alpha Zeta is 57 members strong. Alpha Zeta welcomed ten new members at their August 2011 meeting. Great job Alpha Zeta! Alpha Zeta members visited nursing home residents as part of the Christmas activities referred to as "Shoppe d' Noel", in addition to hosting a Christmas auction and gathering contributions for the Doll and Toy Fund in their area. Alpha Zeta is also the chapter for SW District Director June Inhern. Alpha Zeta Members - Keep up the great work.