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2006 Region Day Delta Zeta Forever The snowy weather couldn’t dampen the spirits of Region VI collegians and alumnae on November 11, 2006 when Delta Zetas gathered for Region Day 2006 at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan. The day began with a welcome from RCC Andrea Henderson and AAD Mella Davies. Andrea introduced FSU President David Eisler, who wished us an exciting and productive day. All nine Region VI Presidents then gave us a “State of the Chapter” report on their respective chapters. See below for a short summary of all State of the Chapter reports. Andrea then welcomed Kathi Bray Heatherly, Delta Zeta’s National Vice President of College Chapter Operations, as the day’s featured speaker. Kathi talked a little bit about what keeps her going and involved with Delta Zeta. “What you give is what you get, and I’m giving back to Delta Zeta because of all that I have received as a Delta Zeta.” She also reminded us to “be passionate about Delta Zeta”, because “how strong you are on your campus determines how strong we are nationally. And somewhere out there, right now, is our future National President.” After lunch, Mella honored Glenna VanderMeer Paukstis, Beta Pi, and Rose Meisner Reaume, Epsilon Omega with their Golden Roses for 50 years of Delta Zeta membership. There were actually three Golden Roses gathered on stage, as Mella was recognized for her 50 years of membership at the 2006 National Convention. Glenna then spoke a little about the Evelyn Adams Costello Award, a scholarship that serves to support dues for active members in Michigan chapters. Unfortunately no eligible applications were received this year, so the EAC scholarship will not be awarded in 2006. The Grand Rapids Alumnae Chapter led us in a Founders’ Day ceremony before we dispersed for break-out sessions led by alumnae Karen Miron, Kait Mosbauer, Sandy Alspach, Lauren Campbell, and Kristen Trudeau. Mother-Daughter duo Karen and Kait hosted the Senior and alumnae workshops, while Sandy handled Academic Achievement, Lauren spoke about “A Lifetime of Delta Zeta”, and Kristen led a presentation titled “My Space, Your Space”. After some ever popular door prizes and an afternoon snack, a number of collegians and alumnae recognized our soon-to-be alumnae with a Senior Ceremony. All seniors in attendance received a pink rose made of Hershey kisses, handmade by Mella Davies. The highlight of the day was the awards portion of the program. Judy Christian was announced as the recipient of the Pamela McClure Cronenwett award, and Karen Miron was present on her own campus to receive the 2006 Outstanding Alumna Award. See blow for more information on this year’s alumnae and collegiate award winners. The day concluded with the drawing for the Chinese auction winners and the announcement that the 2007 Region Day will be hosted by Omicron Nu Chapter at the University of Windsor. We look forward to visiting the campus of our chapter from Canada next November! 2006 Region Day Information
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