City Council gave a special commendation honoring the Delta Sigma Theta Kansas City Alumnae Chapter on its 55th anniversary.
The Kansas City Delta Sigma Theta Alumnae Chapter was chartered on June 13, 1969.
“I’m honored to be a part of Delta Sigma Theta,” said Councilwoman Melissa Patterson-Hazley. “I’m constantly surrounded by women who are doing outstanding and powerful things.”
Since its founding 55 years ago, the alumna group has grown to 300 members and has worked on public service programs focused on a host of issues. The group has also given $1.8M in scholarships to area students.
“We are glad and excited to have this recognition,” said DST Alumnae KC Chapter President
Dionne Greenfield. “Thank you for supporting and recognizing our shared destiny in the work and actions that are required in this community to ensure a promising future builds on our legacy.”
Several members of the City Council shared stories about their interactions with the “powerhouses” in the group, including first district councilman Nathan Willet, who had a former teacher in the group. On hand was Joanne Collins, the first Black female mayor pro tem who is a Delta soror. Mayor pro tem Ryana Parks Shaw personally commended Collins for her mentorship.
“I know that you all are making a true difference in the lives of our young people, especially our African American women,” said Mayor Pro Tem Ryana Parks Shaw.
