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Calling all Youth! Deadline August 15, 2022

Are you looking to enrich your child’s educational and social development? The Knoxville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. invites Knoxville area youth to join our youth programs for the 2022-2023 school year.

  • EMBODI (Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence) for boys 11-18 years old.
  • Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy for girls ages 11-14 years old.
  • Delta GEMS (Growing and Empowering Myself Successfully) for girls ages 14-18 years old. 

Space is limited! Interested?

Complete this form by August 15th: Youth Interest Form

Learn more about our youth program opportunities here: dstknoxvillealumnae.com/programs

SAVE THE DATE: Join us for Knoxville Alumnae’s kickoff event, September 11th, 2022 from 3-5pm at Emerald Youth Haslam-Sansom Ministry Complex, 1740 Texas Ave.

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Thursday, May 5th: EDUCATION MATTERS

Today we are highlighting one of our several educational programs.  The Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy celebrates a successful year. Topics the Delta Academy covered this year: 

  • Physical and Mental Health
  • Stock Market & Investments
  • Money Management
  • Self-Care & Self-Esteem
  • Social Action & the Women’s Suffrage Movement
  • Outdoor Careers & Fun in the Sun with Soil Activity

We will resume in-person meetings in the Fall. Field trips, outdoor activities like hiking, guest speakers, community service projects, confidence/self-esteem building activities, and much more.

KAC Educational Programs:

  • Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy: for girls ages 11-14.  
  • Dr. Jeanne Noble Delta GEMS – Growing and Empowering Myself Successfully: for girls aged 14-18.
  • EMBODI – Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence: for boys ages 11-18.

Learn more and apply here: https://dstknoxvillealumnae.com/programs/

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Fun in the Sun with Soil

YOU’RE INVITED: The Knoxville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. invites you to join the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy for “Fun in the Sun with Soil” featuring Dr. Sharon Jean-Philippe, Professor of Urban Forestry at the University of Tennessee.We’ll also learn about outdoor careers. We want to instill in our young girls that they can do anything. They must continue to push, dream and strive for their goals. Plus, there will be games and prizes. Please join the fun!

Saturday, April. 9th, 2022
10:30am – 12pm
Via Zoom
For girls ages 11-14

Free Event

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvcu2urTgrE9WzZVzgYVgsahhz9SUUh-8j

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Dr. Jeanne Noble Delta GEMS, “Being Bossed Up” workshop

The Knoxville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. invites teen girls, ages 14-18, to the Dr. Jeanne Noble Delta GEMS, “Being Bossed Up” workshop on October 9th at 10 am EST.

Girls will learn important life skills like how to dress for an interview, skincare, makeup application, building self-esteem, and more. Our guest presenter is Tierra Gwenn, a college student, owner of CharmedByT, and professional makeup artist who will give the girls the confidence they need to succeed!


Register to join the event via Zoom:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYldO-hqT0rGNfLsKJNXtzHxaaUPeFV-THY


After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
To learn how to become a part of Knoxville Alumnae’s three educational programs for tween and teen youth: https://dstknoxvillealumnae.com/programs/ 
Questions? Email: dstknoxalum@gmail.com

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2021-2022 Delta Excellence in Education Programs: D.E.E.P. Kickoff

Please join us for our virtual D.E.E.P. Kickoff orientation session on Sunday, September 19th, 2021, via Zoom at 3 pm EST. 

The Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy and Dr. Jeanne Noble Delta G.E.M.S. are free programs that assist young girls, ages 11-18, to prepare for full participation as leaders in the 21st Century. EMBODI is our free program for boys, ages 11-18, which stands for Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence.

Currently, we will be holding these sessions virtually!

•Virtual sessions will be held once a month
•Register for the DEEP Kickoff, virtual orientation here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMsdOGprjgiHtZ6Hdokmy9dKDtUUe4r8GYI – After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.•Ready to be a part of our educational programs? Apply here: https://dstknoxvillealumnaedotcom.files.wordpress.com/2021/01/youth-initiative-parent-guardian-fillable-forms-package.pdf •For questions, please e-mail dstknoxalum@gmail.com

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May Week 2021

Join the Knoxville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority for May Week 2021!
May Week is a national program of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. It was created at the second national convention at Wilberforce University in 1920. Its purpose is to emphasize the importance of higher education in the community, especially for black women.

May Week 2021

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2021 Collegiate Scholarships

The 2021 Knoxville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta collegiate scholarship application period is closed.

Delta Sigma Theta is an international public service sorority comprised of predominantly Black, college educated women. Since its founding more than 300,000 women have joined the organization. KAC encourages academic excellence through higher education. Scholarships are awarded to young African-American women who exemplify academic excellence, strong leadership, and community involvement.

There are TWO different collegiate scholarships available.

$1,000 Mu Zeta Collegiate Scholarship Qualifications:

-Applicant must be an active member of Mu Zeta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

-Minimum 3.0 GPA

-Applicant must be a rising junior or senior

$1,200 Dessa Blair Scholarship Qualifications:

-African-American Female-Education Major (Sophomore-Senior)

-Aspiring K-12 Teacher

-Minimum 3.0 GPA  -Knoxville Area Resident

Questions? Email dstscholarships@gmail.com Deadline: Saturday, May 1, 2021

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Hearts for Haiti

It’s the season of LOVE! Knoxville Alumnae’s International Awareness and Involvement Committee invites you to support its Hearts for Haiti campaign! Donate to help the children of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Elementary School’s The Cynthia M.A. Butler-McIntyre Campus in the remote village of Chἐrette, Haiti. The funds will help with teacher’s salaries, school lunches, and school building operational expenses. Donate now through February 28th, 2021. 
Give as an individual or team up and give as a group! 

1) Donate via Eventbrite. You do not need an Eventbrite account to give. Just click on the link, put in your amount and credit card, and submit! 
https://knoxvillealumnae-heartsforhaiti.eventbrite.com

2) Mail check to: Knoxville Alumnae Chapter
P.O. Box 14181
Knoxville, TN 37914.

To: Knoxville Alumnae Chapter
Memo:  “Hearts for Haiti”