August 2007 Online Newsletter
Gamma News Four New Members Inducted Into Beta Chapter The Washington, DC metro-based Beta Chapter of Gamma Gamma Chi Sorority, Inc. grew by four members on July 22, 2007, when four new members were inducted. This brings the total number of inducted members in the chapter to 11. The newest members (pictured above, right to left) are: Amina Copeland-Khokhar; Juina Carter; Sayeeda Samie; and Mischelle Moody. They are graduates of Howard University, Georgetown University Law Center, Towson State University, and Bowie University, respectively. Sumaiyah Yates, Beta Chapter President, said of the newest additions to the chapter: " This induction has very special meaning to our chapter and to me. It is our first line that we've conducted completely, the new sorors were inducted on the anniversary of the founding of our chapter, and the induction is the first one that I have conducted." ____________________________________________________________ Delta Chapter is Active in the Chicago Community Chapter Participates in Iman in the Park Program Sorors Amy, Kelly, and Jacqueline Muhammad (pictured above) represented the Delta Chapter at the Iman in the Park Program held on June 22 in Chicago. According to Soror Kelly, the chapter's social chair, "Muslims were everywhere; the food was good, the entertainment was live, and the sisters were friendly!. . . From sharing Gamma flyers, we got 12 Sisters that absolutely wanted us to contact them for the next Gold Presentation." Members Attend Family Outing On Saturday, July 7, Delta Chapter sorors met at the South Suburban Mosque (#2C) Family Outing to interact socially and to fellowship with other Muslimahs in the south suburbs. Chapter Partners with Women's Shelter In July, Delta Chapter entered into a partnership with Sadaqah's House, a women's shelter that is slated to open in Indianapolis. As a first step, the Delta Chapter made a financial donation for the launching of Sadaqah's House. The shelter is hosting a fundraiser on September 1, and the Delta Chapter has been invited as special guests. Insha'Allah, Chapter President, Dionne Muhammad, JD, will facilitate two of the workshops that will be hosted earlier that day. Her husband, Dr. Larry Muhammad, will facilitate a workshop on parents' rights under the No Child Left Behind Act, Insha'Allah. Members Reach out to Like-Minded Organization Sisters Amy and Jacqueline Muhammad have joined the Muslim Sisters Association (MSA). The organization has some of the same goals as GGChi, and is striving to bring all Ummahs (Muslim communities) together in the Chicagoland area. Chapter Collects Food for the Needy At the July 5 Business Meeting, members of the Chapter collected canned goods and donated these to the MSA for Muslim families that had fallen upon hard times. ____________________________________________________________ GGChi Subject of Documentary A documentary about Gamma Gamma Chi Sorority, Inc., was featured on Al Jazeera's Every Woman television show recently. Dr. Althia F. Ali, President and Executive Director, said: "We put in many, many hours to work with Diana Ferrero of Al Jazeera. Like her, we wanted to portray our sorority as a viable option for young women who want a sorority experience that doesn't force them to compromise their religious beliefs. I am pleased with the way we were presented, and I want to express my appreciation to the many sorors who put in many hours working with the reporter and her crews." The piece can be viewed at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uetY0uvuBmw Soror Amy Muhammad Successfully Defends Dissertation Soror Amy Muhammad (Delta Chapter) successfully defended her dissertation, thereby completing her studies for the Doctor of Education degree at Argosy University. Dr. Muhammad's dissertation is entitled, Perspectives of African American Female Professionals: A Study on the Efficacy of Mentoring. The degree will be conferred in November, insha'Allah. Soror Dr. Muhammad also holds an MBA from Roosevelt University. Soror Kimberly Harper Returns from Study Abroad Tour in Belize Soror Kimberly Harper (National Grand Chapter and Gamma Chapter) returned in late July from three weeks in Belize. The trip was a part of her studies in East Carolina's doctoral program in technical and professional discourse.		Highlights from the Beta Probationary Period Mischelle's design wins the traditional tee shirt contest Gamma Lilies and Gamma Ladies attend Jummah Sorors and Gamma Lilies gather for group shot after the traditional Lavender Luncheon Lilies present a song they prepared for the luncheon
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		____________________________________ Soror Kimberly is studying discourse and cultures, specifically how literacy and technology influence discourse. She has been on the faculty of North Carolina A&T State University for several years, and she is a member of the Gamma Gamma Chi board of directors. Soror Kim holds a master's degree in technical and scientific communication from Miami University of Ohio. Soror Sherice Muhammad Accepts Editorial Position with New Newspaper and Serves the Community through GGChi Soror Sherice Muhammad (Delta Chapter) recently accepted an editorial position with The Bronzeville Metropolis, a new newspaper published in the Bronzeville area of the City of Chicago. Soror Sherice has been the senior editor of Champagne and Beyond Magapaper. Sherice also represented the Delta Chapter at the Salaam program, which was held on June 9, 2007. The five hour youth-oriented event registered over two hundred participants. On behalf of the Delta Chapter, Soror Sherice donated 12 bags of ice and 150 registration forms. Also, she served food, assisted on the security canvassing team, and interacted with people of the neighborhood while promoting the sorority. Soror Sherice holds a master's degree in mass media from Clark Atlanta University. Soror Jacqueline Muhammad Adds her Designs to GGChi Paraphernalia Soror Jacqueline Muhammad (Delta Chapter) has created items sure to delight sorors. Her first offerings are an embroidered pillowcase, a lavender scented eye pillow, and a Holy Qur'an book cover. The prices are $20, $20, and $15 respectively. Insha'Allah, the items will be available for sale to members of other chapters soon. Soror Jacqueline holds bachelor's degrees in accounting and business administration from Tuskegee University.
Muslim Monthly Wisdom   O children of Adam! Indeed, We have bestowed upon you from on high [the knowledge of making] garments to cover your nakedness, and as a thing of beauty: but the garment of God-consciousness is the best of all. Herein lies a message from God, so that man might take it to heart. Holy Qur'an 7:26		Get Prayer Times Keep up with the changing prayer times each month Search the Qur'an Use our convenient link
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