President Lisa M. Derico
Chapter President’s Message- (click here)
Calling all Deltas Home
Please click on the Membership Tab for information about attending meetings; connecting with GAC and prospective membership or contact our First Vice President at garyalumnae1975@gmail.com.
GAC Deltas on the Frontline!
As the COVID-19 pandemic spread across our region, many of us were stifled and had to stay in. But there are some who are still working and working on the frontlines of the pandemic. Be sure to check out our social media sites to see our GAC Deltas on the Frontline! These sisters put their capes on daily and fight for you and our communities.
Thank you sorors!
Mona Derico Howell – Awared the 75th Gamma Nu Legendary Award
CONGRATS and Kudos to Mona Derico Howell! She was awarded the 75th Gamma Nu Legendary Award for community leadership.
Mona was initiated into the Gamma Nu Chapter
1st Raffle Winners
Giving Bean Coffee and Tea Go Red for Women Fundraiser
Here is your SELLER ID# : 2 It is needed to place orders using the web
Payment is by Credit card, debit card or PayPal
https://www.givingbean.com/webform/access.php?partnerid=51320
January 21-February 12, 2023
Lisa M. Derico-President
Demetrice Frazier- Physical & Mental Health Chair
Erika Robinson-Watkins- International Awareness & Involvement Chair
Gac: Leading with love and Tenacity since 1938
Fire Prevention and Safety Seminar
Fire Prevention and Safety Seminar
Date: January 28, 2023
Location: Christ Life Community Church, 2201 Tennessee Street, Gary, IN
From: 1-3pm
Presenter: Fire Investigator Thaddeus Brown of the Gary Fire Department
Lisa M. Derico- president
Demetrice Frazier- Physical & Mental health chair
Sharee Smith & Latoya Neal- Emergency response chairs
Leading With Love and Tenacity Since 1938
Empowering Youth
Saturdays, January 7 & February 4, 2023 1:00PM-3:00PM 1919 81st Ave., Merrillville, IN 46410
Cost: Free
For More Information Contact: gaced22@gmail.com
Lisa M. Derico- President Yvonya Guydon- Educational Development Chair Leading with Love and Sisterhood Since 1938
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk
Candid Conversations: Breaking Down the Negative Stigma of Mental Illness in the African American Community
Gary Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. in partnership with National Alliance on Mental Health Candid Conversations: Breaking Down the Negative Stigma of Mental Illness in the African American Community Calling All: Community Leaders, Pastors, preachers, Barbers, Educators, Counselors, and Beauticians Date: January 23, 2023 Time: 6:00pm - 8:00 pm Location: Purdue Technology Center, 9800 Connecticut Dr., Crown Point, IN 46307 More information: gacpmh22@gmail.com Lisa M. Derico- President Demetrice Frazier- Physical & Mental Health Chair GAC: Leading with Love and Tenacity Since 1938
Fortitude 500 Campaign
Collecting donations to purchase Wishlist items for women’s shelters servicing Northwest Indiana
Drive will last from January 1, 2023 to March 31, 2023
Donations can be made here: https://square.link/u/TpIncs26‘
State and Regional Leadership Roles Congratulations to the following sorors of GAC on their appointments!
World AIDS Day Giving
On December 1st, the world commemorates World AIDS Day. People around the world unite to show support for people living with HIV, and to remember those who have died from AIDS related illnesses.
The theme for the 2022 observance is “Reflection. Celebration. Rejuvenation.” As we unite in the fight against HIV, we hope that you join us by making a financial contribution to aid in this epidemic that made its debut in the early 80s. All donations collected will support programs and agencies that continue to serve the population of people who LIVE with HIV/AIDS. For #GivingTuesday, please click the link to support this cause World AIDS Day #GivingTuesday.
Lisa Derico, President
Erika Robinson-Watkins, International Awareness Chair
World AIDS Day Reflection, Celebration, Rejuvenation: TikTok Challenge
Calling all adults and youth over the age of 12 to join the Gary Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., World AIDS Day “Reflection, Celebration, Rejuvenation” TikTok Challenge.
Click on the QR code for the challenge criteria details and entry form. This TikTok challenge is open to the public and you need to get started soon because the deadline is January 27, 2023. The winner will be announced on January 31, 2023 and the following prizes are up for grabs: 1st Place $100 Gift Card, 2nd Place $50 Gift Card and 3rd Place $25 Gift Card.
Lisa M. Derico, President
Erika Robinson-Watkins and Ellen McGee, International Awareness and Involvement, Chairs
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17TUl5nUctp4oBycC4nn53TsOGxxa7x7xpNWLmmKf8m4/copy?usp=sharing
Matters of the Heart
Gary Alumnae Chapter in Partnership with American Heart Association and Oak Street Health
Go Red for Women Brunch: Bringing Awareness of Heart Disease in Women
February 11, 2023
11:00AM- 3:00PM
Center for Visual and Performing Arts
1040 Ridge Road
Munster, Indiana 46321
Attire: Red (Casual)
Cost: $40 Payment Link
Guest Speakers, Chair Massages, Vendors and More!
Open to Adults and Children 12 and older
For More information: gacpmh22@gmail.com
Lisa M. Derico- President
Demetrice Frazier- Physical & Mental Health Chair
Erika Watkins & Ellen McGee- International Awareness Chairs
GAC: Leading with Love and Tenacity Since 1938
Grow with Google Technology: Power Your Job Search with Google Tools
Virtual Webinar: In Partnership with Bloomington Alumnae and South Bend Alumnae
March 8, 2023 at 7:00PM EST
Register Here: Registration Link
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkceqrrjgjGdZ7YkNTQh0uCoMEiJlxyoR-
Lisa M. Derico- President
Yvonne Lucas- Grow with Google Chair
Yvonya Guydon – Grow with Google Co-Chair
Leading with Love and Tenacity Since 1938
In the Community 
“You can’t fix education until you fix the community, education is not a building but a lifestyle and an environment”
-Robert John Meehan.
“You can’t fix education until you fix the community, education is not a building but a lifestyle and an environment”
-Robert John Meehan.
Membership 
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., a national service sorority, requires that its members exemplify and encourage high cultural, intellectual, and moral standards and that their actions exemplify the public and personal behaviors that reflect the ideals and principles espoused by the Sisterhood.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., a national service sorority, requires that its members exemplify and encourage high cultural, intellectual, and moral standards and that their actions exemplify the public and personal behaviors that reflect the ideals and principles espoused by the Sisterhood.
