Rochester Sorority Chapter Celebrates 60 Years

The Rochester Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., a public service organization, is celebrating the 60th anniversary of its chartering during October with a series of events and activities. Two public events will  highlight the observance: one on Monday, October 6 and the other on Saturday, October 11. 

On Monday, several members of Rochester's African American community, ranging from students and emerging leaders to seasoned professionals, artists and civic advocates, will give TED Talk-style monologues at Monroe Community College, 1000 East Henrietta Road.  The program will be from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in MCC's Theater (Building 4). Parking is in Parking Lot F.

Entitled "Decades of Wisdom," the program is designed to highlight and inspire the community through storytelling, life lessons and leadership insights. Light refreshments will be served before the event begins.

Admission is $35 per person.  Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance by going to this link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/delta-sigma-theta-teevendtalks-conference .

Proceeds will support the Rochester Alumnae Chapter's scholarships and community service programs.

On Saturday, a variety of activities ranging from zumba  to a panel discussion on women's health will be featured  at the chapter-sponsored event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  at East High School, 1801 E. Main Street.

A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Registration is required.  To register, go to this link: https://forms.gle/Rb2xeJYThm7AApsc7

In lieu of an admission fee, the chapter  is asking attendees to donate one women's hygiene product. The chapter in turn will donate the products to the community. The women's health panel, entitled "A Seat at the Table," will kick off the day's activities at 10 a.m. The conversation will explore the ongoing challenges around inequitable and ineffective care, with a focus on how women can advocate for themselves and demand equitable treatment.

Theresa Marsenburg, WROC-TV news anchor, will be the moderator.  Panelists will include Aurore Dorsinville, a physical therapist with the University of Rochester Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation; Dr. Devin Williams, an obstetrician and gynecologist, and Dr. Uzma Iqba, a cardiologist.

Special recognition will be given to organizations who have served the Rochester community for 60 years and to leaders who are "firsts."   

Other activities during the day will include  blood pressure screening, hands-only CPR  training,  voter registration, workshops on resume writing and emergency and disaster preparedness and a journey through the Rochester Alumnae Chapter's Pop Up Museum, a historical exhibit featuring  photos, keepsakes and stories. 

Chartered on October 9, 1965, the Rochester Alumnae Chapter  has served the community through the years based on the sorority's national five-point programmatic thrust : economic development, educational development, international awareness and involvement, physical and mental health and political awareness and involvement.