- What is the Rhoer Club?
- What do Rhoer's do?
- What are the responsibilities of a Rhoer?
- Are you interested in becoming a Theta Gamma Sigma Rhoer?
The Rhoer Club is an affiliate organization of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc., originally founded in 1939, with the sole emphasis upon molding fine characters and the beautiful personalities of young women. To this end, through its Rhoer Club, the sorority assumes the responsibility of encouraging and promoting high scholastic attainment, the development of leadership abilities and nurturing the individual talents of its Rhoer Club participants. Sigma provides a constructive and positive outlet for "little sisters" in our communities.
Sigma hopes to inspire these young women to heights of great attainment. Membership into the Rhoer Club is open to all young ladies between the ages of 12-18, who are interested in education and who demonstrate a commitment to community service.
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. believes that the youth of today are the future of tomorrow. Therefore, the organization feels strongly about assisting and guiding young women to finer womanhood by preparing them to assume their destined leadership roles of tomorrow.
The Sorors of Theta Gamma Sigma Capital District Alumnae chapter provide scholastic guidance, community service opportunities and academic advice while promoting community, social, political and economic awareness. As the mentors of the Rhoers, members of Theta Gamma Sigma wish to empower these young women to meet the challenges of today and be ready for those of tomorrow.
Rhoers participate in many of the sponsoring chapter's programs and activities as well as special youth development programs designed by the sorority. Examples of programs Rhoers participate in include:
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International Youth Symposium (An open forum program that recognizes that the talents and experiences of today’s youth can be harnessed to address today’s problems including education, drugs and teen pregnancy .)
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Wee Savers Program (A program that teaches young people about the importance of personal finance and helps them to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for becoming financially secure adults.)
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Mwanimugimu Essay Contest (A program designed enhance the knowledge young people have about African nations through the development of research and writing skills.)
Through community service and leadership development, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. is dedicated to helping each Rhoer by:
- Encouraging higher educational and career aspirations by making them aware of current facts concerning women in the workplace, career choices and resources for college placement.
- Encouraging them to plan for economic self sufficiency by teaching them personal financial management.
- Encouraging them to delay motherhood by increasing their knowledge about the economic, social, emotional and physical costs of child rearing.
- Discourage self-destructive behaviors such as drug/alcohol abuse, pregnancy or dropping out of school, by increasing a girl's self esteem.
Parents are always welcomed to attend Rhoer meetings and are strongly encouraged to attend Rhoer community service programs and events.
What are the responsibilities of a Rhoer?
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Attend meetings (time and place to be announced).
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Assist in the planning and execution of community service programs.
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Pay $15 national registration fee (one time assessment).
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Pay renewal membership fee at the start of the sorority year (September 1) of $5
Are you interested in becoming a Theta Gamma Sigma Rhoer?
If you know a young lady between the ages of 12-18, who resides in the Capital District and who would like to participate in the Rhoer Club, or if you would like additional information or a Theta Gamma Sigma Rhoer Club application, please contact:
Anuola Surgick at ms_hercules3@yahoo.com
or write to:
Theta Gamma Sigma Chapter at:
P.O.
3790
Albany,
New York 12203
RHOER FACTS:
Colors:
Royal
Blue
and Gold
Motto:
"Sisters
Forever"
