DZ Metro Introduction

September 1, 2009

TO: Area Alumnae Directors
Area Alumnae Teams

Alumnae Chapter Presidents

FROM: National Council

RE: Chapter Reporting for Alumnae Officers

Delta Zeta will be unveiling our new social networking site, Delta Zeta Metro, on
September 2, 2009. We are excited to launch this new network and wanted to let you know what you can expect with this launch. We also wanted to update you on the new upcoming alumnae officer reporting system.

· What is Metro?

Metro is where our members, collegiate and alumnae, connect in cyberspace. Metro links to other social media, such as Facebook and Twitter pages, the Delta Zeta national Web site, The LAMP online, our new member Web site and Pink Goes Green. However, unlike public social networking sites, Metro is Delta Zeta’s private social network, open to members only.

· What can I do in Metro?

Every Delta Zeta can create her profile in Metro. Members can create groups, receive announcements and browse Delta Zeta videos and publications. You can upload photos, blog and network with your Delta Zeta sisters anywhere in Metro. Both collegians and alumnae can benefit from the professional networking and job resources available in this network. You will receive Delta Zeta news and updates and access all the resources you need through Metro.

Moreover, Metro reinforces our pledge to be environmentally aware through our Pink Goes Green initiative. Anything and everything having to do with Delta Zeta lives on Metro.

Alumnae chapters and chapter associations will have many opportunities to use Metro to connect with alumnae, invite “unconnected” alumnae to join them, make new friends and reconnect with old ones. As the system grows, both alumnae officers and members-at-large will discover more resources and ways to enrich the Delta Zeta experience through Metro.

· How will alumnae officers’ reporting functions change?

Currently, Delta Zeta is working with the developer of our membership database on a fully automated alumnae officer reporting system that integrates with that database. Through Metro, Delta Zeta alumnae officers (Area Alumnae Directors and their teams and Alumnae Chapter Presidents) will use Chapter Inc., the new reporting system. With Chapter Inc., you will be able to access and enter your chapter operations activities and events as they happen in the system. It will be simple and easy to use because the extra deadlines and reports from the past have been eliminated.

You will view your chapter profile online to learn more about membership, community support, networking opportunities and more. Resources are readily available. It is completely paperless and supports Delta Zeta’s Pink Goes Green effort. Chapter Inc. will give you what you need to do your Delta Zeta jobs efficiently and easily.

AADs and their area teams will also be able to view the same information for the alumnae chapters in their areas.

The new alumnae reporting system will be available in approximately 60-90 days. We will keep you updated on its progress in the coming weeks.

· How do I access the information and reports I need in the meantime?

As the old reporting system, DZLink, will no longer be functional, all resources and alumnae chapter reports (in Word doc and PDF formats), will be available to you in the meantime via Metro. When you log into Metro, you will see a link for alumnae officers which contains the resources and report forms you need to do your job and support your chapter members. Plus, the many features of Metro are available now for you to start building those important connections for your chapters and your areas.

Watch your e-mail for your invitation to Metro. You will find many ways to use Metro to enrich your experience, both as an officer and as a member of our great Sorority, connect to even more Delta Zeta members and to strengthen our sisterhood. We look forward to seeing you in the Metro!

DZ Metro Link