Columbus (GA) Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter

The theme for the final Delta GEMS and Academy meeting of the program year was “Rep Your School.” Our 4 graduates presented information about their journeys to selecting their chosen undergraduate institutions. Three out of four are pursuing nursing. Thank you Educational Development Committee under the leadership of Maiya Harris and Tamara Ginn. We look forward to our end of the year Sneaker Ball! 🥰 #CMACimpact #DGDA

Severe weather tends to increase in the spring from March through May. AccuWeather is predicting 75-150 tornadoes in March, 200 -300 in April and 250-350 in May. Do you have your severe weather plan? Do you have a weather radio? Do you know where the flashlights are? Have you checked the batteries? It's a great time to create your safety plan. #ERT #EmergencyPreparedness #CMACimpact @southerndst1913

It was a beautiful day in the neighborhood for the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter and AJ McClung YMCA Bounce and Balance Wellness Adventure. Thank you to our community partners the Department of Health and Valley Health Care System, Inc. as well as mental health resources Roby Murphy, LPC, owner of Boost Your Life Counseling and Consulting; Louis York, NCC; Sendena Stewart-Scott, LPC owner of Southern Charm Counseling Services, LLC; Denise Reeves, Behavior Specialist; and Dolores Tarver, Ph.D., PC, Columbus Psychological Associates. #CMACimpact #mentalhealthawareness #GoodHealthWINs #DST1913

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter is kicking it off early with "Bounce and Balance Youth Wellness Adventure in partnership with the AJ McClung YMCA and Good Health Wins on Saturday, April 26th, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. EST, 1175 MLK Jr. Blvd, Columbus, GA 31906. This free event is open to the public and appropriate for youth of all ages and their parents. We have a variety of fun and informative activities, resources for parents, and food will be served. See you Saturday! #CMACimpact #purposefulpartnerships #DST1913 @southerndst1913 Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

The Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter “Gen Z Money Moves Financial Literacy Series” closed today with Wendell Jefferson of Jefferson and Jefferson, LLC/Jefferson Express (mobile courier, business consultant, mentor, and tutor) and Alicia Noelle (marketing strategist and digital creator). Check them out at www.jeffersonandjefferson.life and iamalicianoelle. We also saw entrepreneurship on display with the Spencer High School Silent Auction and Art Display. #CMACimpact #entrepreneurship #multiplestreamsofincome #financialfortitude #DST191

Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter member Dr. Kimberly Jackson will be discussing Minority Health Matters during Sunday Conversations. This is a great time to do a health check-in. How’s your stress level? How are you doing with those New Year’s resolutions and that Lenten fast? The doctor is in, so tune in. #CMACimpact #physiciansworkingtogether #minorityhealth

The Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter is proud to celebrate member Jackie Screws, president of the Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC). She is not only a trailblazer in education, but also a dedicated advocate for student success and community empowerment. You represent us well! #CMACimpact #highereducation #DST1913

The time has come, the walrus said to talk of many things--of entrepreneurship, multiple streams of income, revenue building, and investing. Join us for the last Gen Z Money Moves Financial Literacy Series "Entrepreneurship 201: Turning Ideas into Income Multiple Revenue Stream Mindset" Saturday, April 19th, 9-11:00 a.m. at Spencer High School.

Black Maternal Health Week is April 11th-17th. The 2025 Black Maternal Health Week theme, “Healing Legacies: Strengthening Black Maternal Health Through Collective Action and Advocacy,” emphasizes the power of Black-led perinatal, maternal, and reproductive health organizations to drive systemic change and foster community healing. The theme acknowledges the persistent legacies of systemic oppression(s), reproductive injustices, and health inequities that have disproportionately affected Black Mamas and people. It emphasizes the need for healing at both individual and community levels while addressing the need for restorative approaches to maternal health care. #BMHW25 #CMACimpact #DST1913

April showers bring impactful programs for our youth! In the wake of rising costs, we want our youth to be able to have opportunities for entrepreneurship and multiple streams of income. Saturday, April 19th, 9-11:00 a.m., we are diving into our final workshop in the Gen Z Money Moves Financial Literacy Series. And because we like to give you "double for your trouble," we will be ending April with our Bounce and Balance: Youth Wellness Adventure. Join us Saturday, April 26th from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the AJ McClung YMCA. We will have free food, wellness activities, and resources for parents to help support youth in their healthy development. #CMACimpact #DST1913 #purposefulpartnerships @southerndst1913 Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

As Sisterhood Month comes to a close, members of the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter flexed their bowling skills. If you see us with icy hot, cold packs, and warm compresses tomorrow, please know that a time was had and we regret nothing! Thank you to Physical and Mental Health Chair Sendena Stewart-Scott for organizing this sisterhood social. #dst1913 #dstsisterhoodmonth #100club #dstsisterhoodmatters #srdst #CMACimpact Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

Join the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter for Bounce and Balance: Youth Wellness Adventure. This event, in partnership with the A.J. McClung YMCA and Good Health Wins, Saturday, April 26th from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. is a kickoff for Mental Health Awareness Month in May. It features fun and interactive mental wellness activities for youth facilitated by Roby Murphy, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Denise Reeves, Behavior Specialist. The mental wellness panel discussion for parents, facilitated by Sendena Stewart-Scott, LPC , will feature Ebony Young, LPC and Louis York, National Certified Counselor (NCC). Come enjoy free food and festivities at this family event! #CMACimpact #purposefulpartnerships #GoodHealthWINs

Have you secured your sponsorship? The deadline is April 1st. Have you purchased your ticket? The deadline is April 12th. See a member of the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter to secure your seats and prepare your fashion ensemble in time for a "fit check" before your Derby debut! Proceeds of this fundraiser benefit the CMAC scholarship fund. #CMACimpact #scholarshipfundraiser #forthechildren

The March Delta GEMS/Academy meeting hosted by the Educational Development Committee focused on notable women entrepreneurs, educators, activists, athletes, and entertainers. The “I’m Every Woman” jeopardy challenge brought out their competitive spirits and provided a platform for them to learn new information. Thank you to committee chairs Tamara Ginn and Maiya Harris for leading this fun activity! #CMACimpact #DGDA

💪🏾✨ Today’s the day we *officially* celebrate amazing, accomplished women everywhere—but we know the strength, resilience, and beauty of Black women should be celebrated everyday! 👏🏾On this International Women’s Day, uplift and empower our sisters who have faced countless challenges with grace and determination. Here’s to breaking barriers, shattering stereotypes, and paving the way for generations to come. 🙏🏾

#InternationalWomensDay #SRDST #DST1913

The Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter would like to extend congratulations to our chapter member Dr. Bridgett Davis-Jackson on being inducted into the Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC) Hall of Fame. We are so proud of you!!

Congratulations to these Community Pearls honored at the Five Pearls Foundation of Columbus, GA Inc. Finer Woman Scholarship Luncheon hosted by the Epsilon Eta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated including our very own chapter member Delois Dee Marsh ❤️🔺

South Georgia State Coordinator and member of the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter, Michelle Nelson-Hawkins will be the guest speaker at the joint Founders Day Celebration for the Albany (GA) Alumnae and Delta Rho Chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Saturday, March 15th at 10:00 a.m. at Oakridge Baptist Church in Albany, GA.

The Collegiate Connection Committee, chaired by Maiya Harris, collected gently used children’s clothing and toiletries for the Collegiate Collegiate Month service project. Items were donated to the Village Foster Care and Adoptive Ministry in Phenix City. #DST1913 #CollegiateConnectionMonth #CMACimpact #purposefulpartnerships @southerndst1913 Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

We unequivocally support our Soror, Joy Ann Reid, following MSNBC's decision to remove "The ReidOut" from their programming lineup. In addition to being a distinguished honorary member of our Sorority—a recognition reserved for women who have made significant contributions to society and are trailblazers in their fields—Joy is a principled and audacious journalist. She has consistently pursued the truth and spoken powerfully against injustices. As the first Black woman to anchor a primetime news show on a cable network, Joy’s voice has been pivotal in elevating the most consequential issues of our time and bringing the concerns and voices of Black communities from the margins to the headlines.

We are immensely proud of her unparalleled leadership and are confident that, with our collective support, she will continue to be a formidable force in educating and informing the public. Joy's diligence, steadfastness, and tenacity exemplify the values of a Delta.

---
Let's continue to elevate our impact and support those that work to empower our communities!

🔺Follow Joy-Ann Reid on ALL Social media platforms
🔺Call MSNBC and let them know that we need brave, honest journalists like Joy-Ann to keep our nation informed.
🔺 Watch her last show on MSNBC on Monday, February 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET.

@joyannreid @winwithblackwomen

#DST1913 #ForwardWithFortitude #WinWithBlackWomen

Members of the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter supported the Black History Month Observance featuring the Honorable Jasmine Crocket, Congresswoman of the 30th District of Texas and member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. She reminded us to stop waiting for a leader to step up and take charge. "You are who you have been waiting for. You are going to lead you." In a reception Sunday evening, members of CMAC and our sister chapter @columbusalumnaechapter Columbus (GA) Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. were able to present Congresswoman Crocket with a token of our appreciation for her service including donations to the Black Mamas Matter Alliance to honor her passionate support of black maternal health. Kudos to the Black History Month Observance Committee on an outstanding program. Congratulations to all award recipients who are our "the stars around us.." In what may feel like the darkest of times, "Remember that you can only see stars in the darkness." We have work to do! #CMACimpact @southerndst1913 @southerSouthern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

Love is an action word! We encourage you to take action by inviting girls in middle and high school to this phenomenal event aimed at empowering girls to create and maintain healthy, loving relationships. February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness month but also a time to nurture our hearts with self-love, compassion, kindness, affirmations, and empathy. Give the gift of learning how to love and be loved to a church members, family, classmates, co-workers, or neighbors and spread the word about "Who's Steering Your 'Ship?'" #CMACimpact #DST1913 #SRDST @southerndst1913 Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

This month, we celebrate the power of connection for our collegiate members—staying engaged, empowered, AND connected! Our collegiate sorors bring fresh ideas, boundless energy, and love to our sisterhood, and it is those strengths that we celebrate and uplift this month!

As you navigate your Delta journey, remember the value of building relationships with your local alumnae chapters. These connections ensure a seamless transition into alumnae life, where you will continue making an impact in Delta and beyond. Your leadership, innovation, and service are needed at every level in Delta!

The stronger our connections, the stronger our bonds of sisterhood, and the greater our collective impact.

Happy Collegiate Connection Month, sorors!

#DST1913 #CollegiateConnectionMonth

We are one week away! What middle or high school girl are you bringing and/or inviting? #CMACimpact #teendatingviolenceawarenessmonth Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc

The Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated was originally chartered as the Harris County Alumnae Chapter on February 2, 1970, at Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, Georgia. Thirteen members of Delta Sigma Theta recognized the need for programming in the area and dedicated themselves to forming a new alumnae chapter. After nine years of impactful programming, the membership increased to include Deltas from the surrounding areas. Due to continued growth and demographic changes, the chapter was renamed the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated on December 4, 1979, and has been active in this extended community ever since. As a group of college-educated, professional women, the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter is committed to impactful programming and purposeful partnerships. Our service area includes Columbus and Harris County, Georgia; Phenix City, and Russell County, Alabama.

The Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter owes a debt of gratitude to the forward-thinking women who laid the foundation for our chapter. We are committed to creating intentional and sustainable programming that aligns with the National Strategic Plan under the leadership of International President and Chair of the Board of Directors Elsie Cooke-Holmes. We are honored to continue the legacy of our charter members, and have affectionally coined the term "CMAC impact" to reflect this commitment. We are proud to represent the Southern Region under the leadership of Regional Director Amaris L Johnson and Regional Representative Noel Seymour and appreciate the leadership of our hard working South Georgia State Coordinator, Michelle Nelson-Hawkins, who is a also a member of the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter.

Happy 55th Charter Day CMAC! #CMACimpact #purposefulpartnerships #55thcharterday #DST1913 #ForwardwithFortitude

Charter Members:
Augalus Turk
Jean C. Porch
Sherry Taylor Thomas
Jacqueline Thomas
Annie L. Green
Alma Goodwin
Vivian Freeman (Deceased)
Phoebe Dawson
Edna Whaley Valentine
Janie J. Williams (Deceased)
Vivian Williams
Dorothy Willoughby
Ann A. Wright

Members of the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter attended the Columbus GA Branch of the NAACP 50th Annual Freedom Banquet. The guest speaker was Stacy Abrams. #naacp #alignmentnotacceptance #CMACimpact @naacpcolumbusga

Congratulations to the purposeful, progressive, and principled men of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated on 111 years of brotherhood, scholarship, and service! #Sigma111 #pbs1914

Congratulations to the knowledgeable, kindhearted, and keen men of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated on 114 years of achievement!
#kappaalphapsi1911

When I arrived, you were there too.
Before I could ask, you already knew.
Early mornings and even later days,
You showed up and didn’t complain.
What kind of gift is enough for you who are so deserving?
You shook your head, smiled, and said, “The gift is in serving.”
Congratulations to Tamara Ginn, Recording Secretary and Vickie Williams-Wiley, First Vice President for being selected as Sorors of the Quarter! #CMACimpact

On the 13th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me—tickets to celebrate with DST ❤️🔺 Today is the last day to purchase tickets to the Columbus (GA) Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta, Inc., Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae, and Theta Phi Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. joint Founders Day Celebration.

For the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter Holiday Social hosted by Membership Services, we had to work together to remake “The 12 Days of Christmas” with a crimson twist. How do you think we did?
On the 12th day of Christmas my sorors gave to me:
12 purple violets
11 Deltas stepping
10 Delta t-shirts
9 Delta scarves
8 stomping elephants
7 sorors on my committee
6 crossing Divas
5 programmatic thrusts
4 red cars
3 strings of pearls
2 Dolls strolling
..and a radiant ruby ❤️🔺Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc

Friday, December 6, 2024 is forever solidified in our history. As we approach the 55th Charter Day of the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter, we are honored to have dedicated the “Because Period Hygiene Closet and Peace Place” as a long-standing and continuous investment in the strategic priorities of Organization Health, Community Impact, and the Empowerment of Women and Girls. Thank you Russell County Middle School under the leadership of principal Dr. April Parker for your intentional investment and recognition that we are always stronger together. #purposefulpartnerships #CMACimpact #RCMS @southerndst1913

On January 13, 1913, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated was founded. Known for sisterhood, service, scholarship, and social action, the legacy continues through over 1,000 chapters located worldwide. It is with great pleasure that the three sister chapters in Columbus, GA extend this community invitation to join us for our joint Founders Day Celebration, Saturday, January 11, 2025, 11:00am-1:00p.m. EST at Green Island Country Club. Please join the Columbus (GA) Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta, Inc., Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter, and @thetaphidst1971 as we "Move Forward with Fortitude" with our featured guest speaker Evangelist Patti Rose McGrew, GA State Chaplain. Tickets are $60 and can be purchased through December 20th. The event is open to the public. Business attire is recommended and representation of your community organization or faith-based institution is encouraged.

Congratulations to the outstanding, optimistic and outgoing men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. on 113 years of manhood, scholarship, perseverance and uplift!

@officialoppf

The Lambda Mu Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi and the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosted the Coleman Love Affair which benefits community scholarships and programming. Thank you to all of our D9 brothers and sisters and community members for supporting this event. More photos to come. #colemanlove #scholarships #purposefulpartnerships

Congratulations to the savvy, sophisticated, and successful women of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated on 102 years of service and sisterhood!

#DST1913 #SRDST #Repost

Be our guest. Be our guest. Be our guest! The Columbus (GA) Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. and the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter cordially invite you to attend our Founders Day luncheon. As we “Move Forward with Fortitude,” guest speaker Evangelist Patti Rose McGrew, Georgia State Chaplain, will bring a timely inspirational word January 11, 2025 at the Green Island Country Club. The event begins at 11:00 AM EST and tickets are $60. Tickets go on sale November 29th. #dst1913 #forwardwithfortitude #jointfoundersday Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

This is the day the Lord has made. We WILL rejoice and be glad in it! #electionday #poweratthepolls

December 1st is World AIDS Day and a reminder to be “steadfast in our commitment to prevent new HIV infections and provide essential services to all people who live with HIV/AIDS.” We recognize that access to culturally responsive and relevant care is a human right and that ending AIDS means ensuring sustainable healthcare, education, preventive measures, and eradicating stigma. Join the columbusalumnaechapter, Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter, and Theta Phi Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Saturday, December 7th for educational resources, HIV testing, and some good cardio to start your day. #walkforacure #worldaidsday #CMACimpact #purposefulpartnerships Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

The Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter (CMAC) was peacock proud and elephant elated to serve as a community partner with our very own Dr. Taneshia Ingersoll, principal, and the staff of Fort Service-Learning Magnet Academy, Good Health Wins, and CORE/Department of Public Health. CMAC along with other educational, community, and faith-based organizations support efforts to equip our young scholars and their parents with tools to keep them well-informed, with adequate resources, active, engaged, and healthy. #CMACimpact #forwardwithfortitude #goodhealthwins #purposefulpartnerships Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

What are your plans for tomorrow? Tamara Ginn, recording secretary of the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, has a great recommendation. Take a date, a friend, a lunch break, a sibling, your grandparents, or a co-worker and go vote. Early voting in Georgia ends Friday, November 1st and Election Day is Tuesday, November 5th in all states. #dst1913 #SRDST #fortitudeonthefrontline #CMACimpact Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc

We are less than two weeks away from election day, which may be causing a variety of emotions including angst, uncertainty, apathy, and frustration. The Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will be highlighting barriers to voting and resources to mitigate those challenges. Maiya Harris, Chair of the Collegiate Connection Committee, shares an experience with her mail-in ballot not being counted because it wasn't filled out correctly. Here are some of the most common reasons that mail-in ballots can be disqualified:
1. Not using the color of ink specified in the instructions, stray marks or multiple choices filled out for the same office, or not sealing the envelope according to the instructions.
2. Forgetting to sign your application, envelope, affidavit or other required signature areas that affirm your identity and eligibility to vote.
3. Using a different signature than what your state has on file or printing instead of signing (cursive signature).
4. Not including required supplemental information such as a copy of your government issued photo ID, failure to include 1-2 witness signatures (regardless of if you needed help filling out your application), or failing to get ballot envelopes notarized.
5. Sending the ballot in past the deadline, mail delays causing the ballot to arrive past the deadline, or ballots received without a postmark (or digital scan of an Intelligent Mail barcode known as an electronic postmark).
For assistance requesting and correctly completing a mail-in ballot, securing a government issued ID, or getting registered to vote after a felony conviction, please contact:
Vote Riders https://www.voteriders.org/
Fair Count www.faircount.org
New Life-Second Chance Outreach www.nlscoinc.org
Georgia Equality www.georgiaequality.org/issues
Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated #CMACimpact #DST1913 #YourVoteMatters #SRDST #FortitudeOnTheFrontLine Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated @dstinc1913 @southerndst1913

Early voting started October 15th in Georgia and we are 21 days away from Election Day. Chase Hays, A’mare Reynolds, and Gregory Caldwell had a meeting of the minds to address some of the potential obstacles interfering with young voters getting to the polls.

Here are their recommendations:
1. Create a voting plan.
2. Visit vote411.org for information about mail in ballot completion.
3. Visit the Secretary of State website in your area for information about the availability of early voting in your state, polling location and hours, and to print a sample ballot.

Georgia: sos.ga.gov/voter-resources
Alabama: www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/registration-to-vote

Tune in to this live webinar Tuesday, October 15th at 8:00 PM EST

Election 2024: Black Men Speak!
There has been a lot of discussion about who Black men are supporting in this election. Join us as we talk to a panel of Black men about issues important to them in this election cycle. We will also discuss the significant role that Black men will play in the outcome of the presidential election.

Access the livestream using the following link:
https://vimeo.com/event/4589288/436b3f49f4.

#DST1913 #SRDST #FortitudeOnTheFrontLine @southerndst1913 Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

.pro-gallery-wix-wrapper {display: block !important;} .pro-gallery-wix-wrapper .gallery-item-container {opacity: 1 !important; display: block !important;}

Follow us on Instagram

@cmac_dst

A COLEMAN LOVE AFFAIR

Coleman Love Affair Centennial Jewels_ed

CMAC Scholarship Application 2025

Janie Jeter Williams dedicated over 30 years to educating generations of scholars. In 2002, during a reception with her family, the Columbus Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter established the Janie J. Williams Memorial Scholarship in her honor and awarded our first scholarships during the inaugural luncheon in 2003. We are pleased to announce that we are accepting scholarship applications for 2025.

Scholarship Eligibility: High school seniors (2025) graduating from a high school in Muscogee, Chattahoochee, or Harris Counties in Georgia, or Russell County in Alabama with a GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 grading scale.

CMAC Scholarship Application 2025

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdidQEYUTcoBDj1UsMUXa2UBkixeMBRpMfuq2TqgAqLOgjlGw/viewform?usp=header

Impactful Programming

​

Follow us on Instagram

A COLEMAN LOVE AFFAIR

CMAC Scholarship Application 2025

Impactful Programming