el girasol ~ fall 2012 edition

October 2012 El Girasol 1

Volume XIII Issue III Fall 2012

Omega Phi Betarsquos National Sorority Magazine

2 El Girasol October 2012

In EvEry IssuELetter from the Alumnae Association President 3Letter from the Editor 4

Staying Connected to AA 5

To Be Politically Inclined 19

Beta Cookinrsquo 21

Beta Mommies Updates 25

Know your Rights The Great Booby Debate 26

Day to Night Make-Up Tutorial 28

Sunshine Corner 30

Beta Celebrations 36

Beta Brides 37

Table of Contents

Alumnae Association Mission Statement

Omega Phi Betarsquos Alumnae Association serves as the

representing body of all non-affiliated alumnae of the sorority

Our mission is to engage our alumnae in the mission vision and

goals of the sorority create a sense of community and support our alumnae in all areas of lives

National Conference 2012 6

OPBSI Nationol Rememberance Day 10

Bringing Sisterhood to the Forefront 11

Domestic Violence Awareness Events 12

ldquoLove Doesnt Hurtrdquo Mini Walk 14

Unity and Support Amongst Greeks 15

Upcoming Events and Service Opportunities 16

Region 2 Retreat 31

RFTG Scholarship Winner 38

New Beta Business 35

Important Anit-Violence Resources 20Beta Yellow Pages 40Chapters and Colonies 41

Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight 18(S)heroism Happens Everyday 22Our Editorrsquos (S)heros 24Facing Fearlessness 29To the woman who had a hand in my success 32The (S)hero in all of Us 34

sororIty HIgHlIgHts

FEaturE artIclEs

BEta rEsourcEs

How wonderful

it is that nobody

need wait a single

moment before

starting to improve

the world

~ Anne Frank ~


Contributing Editors Fall 2012 Edition

Sherlene AyalaYvette Lopez-Colgon

Claribel CrewsVirginia Rivas Lozada

Kristen SepulvedaJane Vega

Dr Cassandra St Vil

Contact us We love to hear your feedback tell us your thoughts comments

concerns kudos shoutouts or submit an article

EmailOPBSIElGirasolGmailcom

Subcribe to El GirasolhttpissuucomOPBSI_ElGirasol

Editor in ChiefSelina HernandezManaging EditorAmanda Crane

Copy EditorMarielys Garcia

Design EditorDesiree Henry

The StaffThe Alumnae Association of Omega Phi Beta Sorority

Inc (OPBSI) in collaboration with the staff of El Girasol want to formally WELCOME you to our first ever public edition After serving our members for over 20 years we decided it was time to share all the great things OPBSI is doing with our family friends and the community

We hope that you enjoy this edition and use this as an opportunity to reflect on the topics discussed This edition proves to be chockfull of great topics that not only shows you the commitment that our members have to advancing the community but we also hope it will help spark some dialogue in your respective communities

With the elections coming up see what OPBSI has done to be politically inclined in this day and age of uncertainty-be comforted by the stories of sisters sharing who their s-heros are and why and most importantly in honor of our national philanthropy (raising awareness of violence against women) we hope that you learn more about what OPBSI is doing to further advance the cause and what resources are available to you

Amanda Crane Iota Spring 2000

Alumnae Association President

Welcome

We hope you enjoy and we look forward to sharing the next

edition with you this upcoming December


Omega Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated a NALFO organization member is a Latina-oriented sorority

founded on March 15 1989 at the University at Albany

State University of New York Seventeen women of various ethnic and cultural

backgrounds came together to defy the injustices suffered

by women particularly women of color in the

academic professional and political arenas

The purpose of OPBSI is to serve and educate people of diverse backgrounds through sisterhood leadership and guidance As positive role models we promote unity of all cultures focus on the

empowerment of our gender and raise the standards of

excellence in our academic social and personal

endeavors

For further information visit wwwOmegaPhiBetaorg

From the Editor

Selina HernandezAlpha Beta Fall 1999

Alpha Beta Chapter President

Hello and Welcome to our very first public online issue of El Girasol

Our team is so excited to be opening our magazine up to new readers and hope that you enjoy the content

So much has happened in the past few years and things are continuing to evolve--we offically turned into an online magazine on January 2011 and now in October 2012 are inviting a new audience We hope that El Girasol not only provides you with creative and interesting content but can also serve as a resource to you

The overall theme of this issue is She-roism and Heroism

Shero- Blend of She and Hero A hero for womenrsquos rights or a woman regarded as a hero

Heroine- A woman admired and emulated for her achievements and qualities

October is a month chock full of events for our organization especially as it relates to spreading awareness of violence against women in the hopes that one day it wonrsquot be a prevalent issue Whether it is for this very important philanthropic effort important social views highlighting Hispanic Heritage month or highlighting issues concerning mothers and so much more this issue is overflowing with Sheros

The sheros I speak of are not like that in a novel or film but real woman of diverse backgrounds that are striving to be better and make a difference in their community These women are mothers doctors teachers social workers lawyers writers students--role models (whether they know it or not) and yes Sheros

Please enjoy this issue and pass it on to your friends

Omega Phi Beta Sorority IncServing and educating through our diversity

wwwmerriam-webstercomdictionary


Staying ConneCted to aa

Beta HummerThe Beta Hummer is a biweekly

events newsletter that is published electronically on the 15th and 30th of each month Itrsquos main purpose is to keep the sisterhood informed of National and Local Events The

publication will also include links to our LinkedIn group for job postings and any announcements sent by

individual sisters such as apartment hunt inquiries

Contact VP of Programming atProgrammingOmegaPhiBetaorg

to get added

Once you become an alumna you are removed from your chapterrsquos alias and only receive OPBSI emails if you elect to

sign up for any of the following communication tools

Do you tweet Follow us OPBSI_Alumnae for the

latest updates on AA activities

Get LinkeDin witH oPBSi Job postings virtual networking

and professional devolpment opportunities Join the Omega Phi

Beta LinkedIn Group today

aa newSLetterAA collects the emails of alumnae and adds it to their distribution list If you are not on the list or know an alumna who

would like to be added contact us atAlumnaeOmegaPhiBetaorg

montHLy Buzz

Stay connected with OPBSI National updates via the Monthly Buzz To subscribe to the BUZZ mailing list email ExecVPOmegaPhiBetaorgSHare PHotoS

on inStaGram Follow us OPBSI_Alumnae for the



NatioNal CoNfereNCe ldquoRemember(ing) Your Rootsrdquo Sorors from across the nation came together to attend OPBSIrsquos National Conference The sisterhood filled weekend took place from October 5 - October 7 2012 at Theta Chapter in Stony Brook University Stony Brook NY The ldquoRemember Your Rootsrdquo theme resonated throughout the entire weekend where sorors had many opportunities to bond and connect with the very women that inspired them to be a part of this organization and continue help them grow professionally and personally

Over 35 Sisters arrived on Friday evening to a Welcome Reception hosted by Theta Chapter They spent time catching up and playing ldquoBeta Bingordquo an interactive game where sisters get to know each other by asking questions about their lives such as who ldquoPledged more than 10 years agordquo and who ldquoSpeaks three languagesrdquo Winners of the game received gift cards and Diversity Mugs that were donated by Theta Chapter alumnae and Stony Brook Universityrsquos Diversity and Affirmative Action office

WElcomE rEcEptIon HostEd By tHEta cHaptErBy Desiree Henry Theta Chapter Fall 2000


NatioNal CoNfereNCe ldquoRemember(ing) Your Rootsrdquo

opBsIrsquos natIonal mEEtIng

Sisters were up bright and early for Saturday morningrsquos national business meeting There were many new and exciting announcements including the addition of two new chapters

ConGratuLationS to our new CHaPterSBeta LamBda

University of north CaroLina ChapeL hiLL Beta mU

University of CaLifornia BerkeLey

Sisters also had the opportunity to hear speaker Dennis Camacho Director of Commuter Student Outreach and First Year Programs in Boston Ma He spoke about the risks academically personally and financially associated with hazing

CongratULations to oUr new nationaL offiCersregionaL direCtor 1

kristina Castorina kappa faLL 2007 regionaL direCtor 4

CLariBeL Crews rhode isLand CoLony faLL 2003


After the conference the Alumnae Association

celebrated its 10 year anniversary by hosting an After

Conference Alumnae Affair in the Brooks Alumni

Room that was attended by over 70 sisters Alumnae

Sisters enjoyed a delicious Italian buffet and open bar

while catching up and reminiscing about about their

favorite sisterhood memories Even sisters who were

unable to attend the morning meetings joined us for

the event many of them remembering the days they

used to attend Stony Brook as undergrads

aFtEr conFErErEnc alumnaE aFFaIr HostEd By tHE alumnaE assocIatIon


After the Alumnae Affair Theta Chapter undergrads

hosted ldquoBeta Festrdquo a Step Stroll and Dance Exhibition

where they invited organizations from from campus

and the local Stony Brook community to perform Soror

Jessica ldquoRemordquo Saul was the Mistress of Ceremonies

and she did an amazing job There were performaces

by various organizations and a local dance group The

evening was full of fun strolling and lots of laughter

The National meeting culmunated on Sunday afternoon where chapters were awarded for outstanding

programming achievments After which sisters enjoyed some additonal bonding time enjoying the remainder of the weekend

On behalf of Theta Chapter thank you for allowing us to host this yearrsquos conference It truly was a wonderful experience to see so many of our sisters on our campus Spending time with sisters at a place I called home for four years brough many warm memories to light again As an alumnae of Theta Chapter I was extremely proud and humbled to be a part of this

National Conference Until the next timeSoleil

BEta FEst HostEd By tHEta cHaptEr

scavEngEr Hunt WInnEr Lotus M Felix Beta Delta

Chapter Fall 2010 won the Theta Chapter Scavenger Hunt Sisters were challenged to take photos in iconic places and people around Stony Brook for a prize

Congratulations Lotus


In Loving Memory ofFounder Renee Padilla

August 21 1970 - October 9 2000

October 9th is OPBSI National Day of Rememberance


Bringing SiSterhood to the ForeFront

Many times as sisters we forget that being a ldquoBetardquo is not all about business This summer sisters from the New England Region decided to take a vacation together We traveled to Saint Maarten and Curacao Both islands were very beautiful and we had tons of fun at each Most importantly we were able to be ldquoBetasrdquo without the business Since we had such a great time we are planning to go on vacation again next year

If you have any questions about either of the islands feel free to contact alphaepsilonomegaphibetaorg

Left to Right Amy Mateo Stacy Dubois Natasha Lopez Anny Munoz amp Claribel Crews

By ClariBel Crews rhode island Colony Fall 2003


OctOber is DOmestic ViOlence AwAreness mOnth

OPBSI has been dedicated to raising awareness of violence against women since its inception in 1989 Sisters throughout the organization participate in many service events that help spread our philathropy From our graduate chapters

to our Colligiate counterparts fundraisers tabling walks and programs are taking place in cities all around the country Through our solidarity we continue to make strides in our communities for change and helping empower women

Congratulations and Kudos to the sisters of the Alpha Beta Alumnae Chapter of Omega Phi Beta Sorority Inc for

successfully organizing their wonderful 3rd annual Domestic Violence Awareness

Semiformal Fundraiser Dinner ENCANTO on Saturday October 20 2012 and raising money for Sanctuary for Families of NYC

encAntO educando nueStra comunidad a night oF teaching amp overcoming


On Sunday October 28 2012 the 1st Annual Ray of Hope Walk to end Violence Against Women

(ROHW) was held in Riverside State Park The 5K walk brought together sisters of Omega Phi

Beta domestic violence survivors sponsors and members from all over the community The

recipient of this years monetary donations will be going to the National Organization for Women

(NOW) the largest organization of feminist activists in the United States Our sponsors were

SingleBlackMaleorg and Beauty Cares

Thank you To everyone ThaT supporTed walked and donaTed

Through your efforTs we raised over $10000 For more information RayofHopeWalkorg


On June 24 2012 OPBSIrsquos Alpha Beta NYC Alumnae Chapter hosted the

ldquoLove doesnrsquot hUrtrdquo mini walk in conjunction with 106th Street Oldtimers Inc The walk took place in Pelham Bay park located in the Bronx on a Sunday morning The Ballet International Africans performed after the walk Proceeds were donated to Sanctuary for Families

For more information on future events please contact LoveDoesntHurtWalkgmailcom

Walking aWay From violence

At the starting line


Operation Dressy Dress Drive Is an initative that the sisterrsquos of Alpha Beta Chapter do every year

They collect dresses for donation to teens that have been effected by domestic violence and the

teen girls are able to pick their dress or choice to attend their dance or prom This year for the

second time in a row sisters of the chapter went to a Sanctuary for Families to assist the girls with

choosing their dress The volunteers then gave them manicures and a lip gloss from Avon that was

donated by Nadia Cureton (ncuretonavonrepresentativecom)

opEratIon dreSSy dreSS drive

unIty and support amongst grEEks

Lambda Upsilon Lambda brothers supporting Theta Chapterrsquos Beta Fest

Kappa Alpha Psi brother performing at Theta Chapterrsquos Beta Fest

Sigma Lambda Upsilon sisters supporting AB Chapterrsquos Love Doesnrsquot Hurt Walks

Dennis Camacho Director of Commuter Student Outreach and First Year Programs in Boston Ma and brother of Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity Inc speaks at OPBSIrsquos National Conference 2012


UpcOming eVents and Service opportunitieS

octoBEr tUesday oCtoBer 23 2012Beta episLon sUny oLd westBUry oLd westBUry ny

The Beta Epsilon Chapter of Omega Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated will be participating in a Domestic Violence Dinner from 9-11pm at the Student Union Multipurpose Rooms A-C This dinner will be with the Womenrsquos center in order to grieve the victims as well as promote strength amp independence

For more information BetaEpsilonOmegaPhiBetaorg

satUrday oCtoBer 27 2012Beta theta sUny CortLand CortLand nyBeta Theta will be hosting a Halloween Bash Sister support woudl be greatly appriciated

For more information BetaThetaOmegaPhiBetaorg

monday oCtoBer 29 2012UpsiLon Chapter rUtgers University rUtgers nJPimp-my-Pumpkin co-sponsored with Lambda Sigma

Upsilon For more information UpsilonOmegaPhiBetaorg

novEmBEr

sUnday novemBer 4 2012UpsiLon Chapter rUtgers University rUtgers nJ

Cafe Soleil

For more information UpsilonOmegaPhiBetaorg

satUrday novemBer 10 2012aLpha theta Chapter fLorida aLUmnae Chapter fLAlpha Theta will participate for a second year in a row at Hunterrsquos Creek Relay for Life in Orlando The event assists in raising funds and awareness to save lives from Cancer Last year was a great success for Alpha Theta and we look forward to an even better turn out for a great cause

For more information AlphaThetaOmegaPhiBetaorg

wednesday novemBer 28 2012UpsiLon Chapter rUtgers University rUtgers nJ

Shades Program


alpHa tHEta alumnaE cHaptEr

Alpha Theta participating in Hunterrsquos Creek Relay for Life in 2011



satUrday deCemBer 1 2012

World Aids DayI Wear Red Campaign This is our 3rd year and we want to have as many chapters participate and Wear Red on December 1st via social media Please follow Alpha Theta Chapter on Facebook For more information AlphaThetaOmegaPhiBetaorg

Be a Beta Be a Scholar The OPBSI Book Rental

Stay academically inclined while saving up to 80 on book rentals Rent your textbooks for school or start a book club with this great offer Spread the word to friends family co-workers classmates and teachers Anyone is able to take advantage of this great deal

Rent your favorite books while helping your organization raise money

For more information visit httpopbsibookrenterstorecom

FUNDRAISER YOU CAN SUPPORT RIGHT FROM THE COMFORT OF HOME

The Scentsy Party

that will change your

world The Alumnae

Association is hosting

a fundraiser with Soror

Lourelix Alvarado Ruiz

Scentsy Consultant Extraordinaire to

make money to go towards our yearly

scholarship and our operations

Scentsy is AWESOME and a great

wickless candle you can use in your

office home and car Try a product

and yoursquoll be hooked

ANYONE can purchase from this party (sorors family friends) so please share this with your networks

If you need any additional motivation they have a Puerto Rican flag as a warmer (Other country flags are currently not available) Please support us by purchasing through this party httpsloryruizscentsyusScentsyBuypartyId=93005613


Check out their recently released book

Count on MeTales of Sisterhoods and

Fierce Friendships

Beloved bestselling Latino authors share moving personal stories of the many ways that sisterly bonds have

powerfully impacted their lives

What would you do where would you be without your Comadreshttpwwwcountonmebookcom

Nora de Hoyos Comstock is the national and international founder of Las Comadres Para Las Americas She has served as the organizationrsquos President and CEO since itrsquos foundingIn 1989 Dr Comstock formed a business development consultancy known as Comstock Connections which she continues to the present day

Nora Comstock received her PhD (1982) from the University of Texas at Austin in Educational Administration with an emphasis on community college management and a BA in History (1974) with a specialty in Latin America

She was selected one of twenty Latinas in the US to be a 2000 fellow of the National Hispana Leadership Institute in Washington DC Dr Comstock also was selected as one of fifteen Hispanic leaders to participate in the 22nd Seminario Fundacion Solidaridad Mexico City and Michoacan in October 2003

She received an award in recognition of lifetime commitment and achievements in serving the Hispanic Community from the Hispanic Professional Womenrsquos Association at the 4th Annual

National Convention and Exhibition of Mexicans Abroad in Los Angeles in July 2006 In 2007 Dr Comstock was selected as one of the 25 top Hispanic Influencers in Austin Texas for 2007

Throughout her career she has received numerous accolades She is the recipient of a Maybelline 2008 Beauty of Education Award for her dedication to serving the community she was honored as one of the 25 Mujeres del Antildeo 2011 by Sucesos El Perioacutedico de la Comunidad Hispana in Houston TX and she has served on numerous local and national boards

Las Comadres Para Las Americas was named a 2011 Community Leadership Award honoree by the University of Texas at Austin for commitment and dedication to promoting social justice increasing opportunities for inclusion andor improving access to education Nora Comstock was selected for the 2012 Austin Texas Womenrsquos Hall of Fame She is the first Latina to be selected for this honor

HIspanIc HErItagE montH HIgHlIgHt Nora de Hoyos Comstock PhD

FIrst latIna to BE sElEctEd For

austIntExas WomEnrsquos Hall oF FamE


To be Politically InclinedOPBSI Participates in Voto Latino CampaignOPBSI along with 19 other national organizations partnered with Rep Ur Letters a campaign powered by Voto Latino to empower young voters by getting them registered before the November elections Voto Latino will provide a grand prize of a celebrity appearance for the national organization that registers the most voters as part of this campaign The campaign ran through October 7 2012

aBout Voto LatinoVoto Latino is a next-generation constituency based organization that empowers American Latinos to claim a better future by voting United by the belief that Latino issues are American issues and American issues are Latino issues Voto Latino is dedicated to bringing new and diverse voices into the political process by engaging youth media technology and celebrities to shake up the political process

intereSteD in Voto Latino Over the next few weeks Voto Latino will be announc-ing updates and events so make sure you sign up and stay tuned at wwwRepUrLettersorg

Las Comadres is a culturally-based group because I was painfully aware that my cultural roots were slipping away and that I was dangerously close to losing my cultural identity I felt a deep desire to connect on a close personal level with other Latinas in the community to build and maintain my cultural heritage Initially I thought I was unique in my need to connect to my cultural past but when an article about me was published in the local paper the response from Latinas was so overwhelming that I quickly realized that the desire for connection was immense

The word spread quickly from Austin to other cities and the requests for group formation is rapidly outstripping my capacity to meet the demand In our website we identify what is happening as a ldquomovementrdquo because we really think that is what it isand it is sweeping us along with it Las Comadres is for Latinas to build and grow personal relationships Non- Latino spouses of

Latinos are welcome to join our group their children are Latino and we will help the family feed the cultural soul The monthly comadrazostrade are an informal professional networking and support gatherings There are no dues no officers no meetings no commitment everything we do is by a self selection process We send out information and each one of us decides what to do with it Mostly we email information about things happening in the community regionally nationally and internationally

Our information covers jobs special events happenings our National Book club and cultural issues Las Comadres create workshops or seminars to meet gaps in needs within our communities From Austin Texas to New York City NY Las Comadres are making an impact

For more information visit the website httpwwwlascomadresorg

By Nora de Hoyos Comstock PHD


hOtline phOne nUmbers

Domestic Violence Hotline800-621-HOPE (4673)

crime Victims Hotline866-689-HELP (4357)

rape amp sexual assault Hotline212-227-3000

us national Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) TTY 1-800-787-3224wwwnnedvorg

wAshingtOn Dc

rApe AbUse amp incest nAtiOnAl netwOrkThe Rape Abuse amp Incest National Network (RAINN) is the nationrsquos largest anti-sexual assault organization Among its programs RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1800656HOPE and the National Sexual Assault Online Hotline at rainnorg This nationwide partnership of more than 1100 local rape crisis centers provides victims of sexual assault with free confidential services 24 hours per day 7 days per week These hotlines have helped over 13 million people since RAINNrsquos founding in 1994

1-800-656-HOPEWashington DCwwwdccadvorgwwwhouseofruthorg

bOstOnwwwc2homeorghttpfeministorgwwwmahomlessorg

lOs Angeleswwwagapefdnadvorghttpdvcouncillacountygov

los angeles county Hotline(24 HOUR)(800) 978-3600

new YOrk citY

new york cityrsquos 24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline(800) 621ndashHOPE (4673)

sanctuary for families(212) 349ndash6009bull Press 0 for general information

and for information about shelterbull Press 1 for Clinical Programbull Press 2 for Legal Centerbull Press 3 for Childrenrsquos Programbull Press 8 if office is closed and on

weekends - Sanctuary is open from 9 am - 6 pm on Monday - Thursday and 9 am - 5 pm on Fridays

bull Press 9 for Spanish

mADre121 West 27th Street 301New York NY 10001 USA(212) 627-0444Fax (212) 675-3704Volunteersvolunteersmadreorg

sAfe hOrizOnwwwsafehorizonorg

In New York Statenew york statersquos 24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline(800) 942-6906 (English)(800) 942-6908 (Spanish)

ny state resourceshttpnyscadvorgdirectoryhtm

Additional Help in your areawwwthehotlineorg

flOriDA

flOriDA cOAlitiOn AgAinst DOmestic ViOlencewwwfcadvorgcentersFlorida Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-500-1119

hArbOr hOUse Of centrAl flOriDAIf you or someone you love is going through domestic abuse PLEASE CALL US at407-886-2856Administration OfficePO Box 680748Orlando FL 32868adminharborhouseflcom

GET HELP 24-Hour Crisis Hotline (407) 886-2856 (TTD) 1 (800) 500-1119 (FL)407-886-2244 (main office)Safehouse of Seminole

24-Hour Crisis Hotline(407)-330-3933 (TTYTDD) (800) 500-1119 toll free

chicAgO

1-877-To-END-DVDomestic Violence Agencies by City wwwdhsstateilus

important anti-ViolenCe resourCes national hotlines and organizations

If you know of any resources in your local city please share it with the membership

Email OPBSIElGirasolgmailcom and put ldquoDV Resourcesrdquo in the Subject heading


Beta CookinrsquoBy Jane Vega Founder

Turkey kielbasa wiTh Green PePPers and OniOns served wiTh CilanTrO riCe(serves 3-4)

k ielbasa1 link of Turkey Kielbasa1 medium green pepper julienned1 medium onion julienned1 small red onion julienned1-2 cups of chicken stock1-2 clove of garlic finely chopped1 tablespoon oil15 tablespoon of Italian seasoningsSalt pepper to taste

CilanTrO r iCe 15 cups of white medium or long grain white rice275 cups of water1 tablespoon oilSalt and pepper to tasteLarge hand full of cilantro rolled up and chopped (cut cilantro just before adding to rice)

POTs needed Medium Sauce panLarge Sautee pan

riCeIn medium sauce pan add rice oil salt and pepper I usually add a teaspoon of each right now Stir until rice is completely coated with oil Let this sit for 10 seconds Slowly add water stir gently Put on a medium high flame and bring to a boil Once the rice water is boiling cover pot tightly lower the flame to low and cook until water is absorbed 12-17 minutes Once rice is done take frac34 of your cilantro and stir it into the white rice Add remaining cilantro as a garnish for each plate once rice is served

kielbasaHeat sauteacute pan add oil Place whole turkey kielbasa link in pan and brown on all sides (if you need to cut it in half to properly brown on all sides that is fine) Set aside on a clean plate Add green pepper onion red onion and garlic to pan Sauteacute peppers and onion until they begin to become translucent Add one cup of chicken stock to deglaze pan Add remaining stock and reduce just a few minutes Take kielbasa and slice into 18rdquo slices Add kielbasa back to pan and simmer with vegetables until vegetables become fully translucent Add Italian seasonings to pan Reduce liquid in pan until it starts getting a little thick and begins to coat kielbasa and vegetables Remove from heat

Serve while hot

Feel free to add any other vegetables you love Sometimes I will add carrots and mushrooms Add a little extra chicken stock if you add more vegetables You want that slight coating of great flavor from the liquid reduction


It took me a while to consider how to write this Even after thinking about it I felt ldquoWho am I to talk about heroism or ldquosheroismrdquo When you hear words like these you think grand gestures and grandiose moments I am a mother of a 5 year old who apparently knows everything (lol) so I decided to ask Jacob about it Now I was ready to hear about Batman Superman Spiderman and the like ndash and I did hear about them but what followed caught me off guard

After describing all the things that Superheroes do he snuggles in and says ldquoBut you do know Mom ndash not all heroes wear costumesrdquo Intrigued I inched in closer ldquoReallyrdquoI inquired He responds ldquoYes Mommy I have heroes in my class They are my friends they play with me they donrsquot hit me they are nice to me they share with me and they always get greens (accolades for good behavior in class) Well not always greens but they try to do a good jobrdquo

WOW Talk about an epiphany moment I heard hero or shero and pumped the idea of the word up so large that the basics of the words almost escaped me

A hero behaves in a way that isnrsquot just good their actions inspire

others to be good

Being friendly or polite just because Heroes play nicely with others they are respectful they look out for those that canrsquot do it for themselves Even my son recognizes that no one get greens for good behavior every day so letrsquos not be so judgmental with ourselves or anyone else Perfection does not exist

It is in the little acts of kindness support and encouragement that we build trust self-esteem and confidence ldquoDo unto othershelliprdquo We have

all heard it before we all want it that in our lives but we all have dispositions that occasionally prevent us from showcasing our heroic or sheroic attributes It is not easy to be open-minded and heroic when we have bills to pay we are late for work or our partner got us miffed Maybe you woke up today and encountered every contrary or difficult person in your neighborhood on the way to work or school

Needless to say it would be difficult to dig deep and pull out love for our fellow man But you never know where that other person is coming from Their life experiences have led them down a different darker road that they are choosing to continue traveling Sometimes other peoplersquos bad attitudes are not because they are terrible people but rather because they have no idea what happiness or peace is

The Dalai Lama says ldquoBe the change you want to seerdquo This is a heroicsheroic statement

The implication is in the face of adversity in your hour of discontent in your inability to understand how certain things operate be the change you want to see Be the force that moves the mountain Be the water that perseveres through any obstacle Be the heat that melts away the drama So if you really want to be a hero or a shero - push forward ndash align yourself with what should be happening ndash be kind to someone ndash be open to helping ndash be proactive in your community ndash and above all else challenge yourself to be open hearted open minded and full of love Your one action could be the catalyst that makes all the difference and starts to change everything

EmpoWErIng WomEn (S)heroism Happens EverydayBy Jane Vega Founder


My Sisters Creations Thanksgiving specials are here Whether you donrsquot feel like cooking or you want to bring something fabulous to

a dinner party we have something for you

Specials

Coquito $20 Start the holiday off right with some delicious coquito

Sides

Creamy Baked Macaroni amp Cheese with seasoned crumb topping $35

Brown Sugar amp Rum Glazed Sweet Potatoes wpecans $30

Sisterrsquos Slamminrsquo Stuffing ndash with seasoned ground turkey $35

Honey Glazed Cornbread (made with real corn) $20

Pastelon $25 Sweet Plantain amp sofrito ground turkey quiche

Additional items available upon request Prices are pickup only

Desserts Cupcakes $24 per dozen

Red Velvet Chocolate Velvet Carrot Cake

Caramel Stuffed Brownies

Sweet Potato Pie $16 Cream Cheese Flan Vanilla Flan $17 (Or 2 for $30) Pick up in The Bronx- Can be arranged for Thanksgiving Eve or Thanksgiving Delivery in Manhattan The Bronx and Westchester available at additional charge

Have a HAPPY THANKSGIVING13

9173488556 Mysisterscreationsyahoocom 13


It is hard to pinpoint one person that I looked up to in my life I have to say that I have been very lucky to have some very stong and independent women who have nutured me and helped me become the woman I am today From

EmpoWErIng WomEn Our Editorrsquos (S)heroesrsquoWe asked each of our editors to share who the (s)heros in their lives are

There are plenty of people I admire and look up to especially my own family but I find my true inspiration comes from many people not just one My hero is anyone who is willing to stand up for what they believe in no matter what their ldquosupportrdquo network or society may say Anyone who approaches life

Ever since I played her in my Pre-K Black History play I have been continually impressed with the legacy left by Rosa Parksrsquo life of advocacy and resilience Despite simply being known for the historic stand against

My grandmother Guillermina Davila has lived on this earth for over 94 years and is still a fiery and vibrant woman She has experienced the harshness and the joys of life and is a living history that I cherish Mai (what we all call her) has lived through her mother

dying when she was only in the second grade raised her siblings and experienced one die in her arms before reaching adolescence given birth to 5 children in her house--one of which died before the age of 6 migrated to New York City without knowing the English language outlived all her siblings buried her husband my handsome grandfather Ventura Hernandez outlived a naiumlve doctors premature death diagnosis has become a great grand mother and a great great grandmother She has lived this all while keeping her uplifting spirit realistic attitude on life inner peace inner strength and her amazing love for people She is a rock and although her education doesnrsquot surpass elementary school she has a world of wisdom and knowledge to offer She is my belove dbeautiful ldquoAbuelita Lindardquo my Shero

Selina Hernandez

with such tenacity and vigor that they follow their passion take risks and follow their heart and soul because in the end they have found what it means to truly live

Amanda Crane

discrimination on public transportation Rosa lived a life of self-determination and giving back to her community to ensure that all citizens were given access to equal representation and rights in American society She was a strong advocate for all minorities women and other marginalized groups Her determination and her strong sense of purpose impacted my life greatly and have inspired me to always use my influence in order to give a voice to the needs of the voiceless She is my ultimate shero

Marielys Garcia

my mom to my aunts some of my closests friends and family the women who are around me have been through so many obstacles and challenges in their lives Being able to overcome those challenges and continue on with a smile on their face is something I truly admire and try to carry out in my everyday life I feel blessed to be a part of a family and circle of friends who are sheroes in their everyday lives

Desiree Henry


ARE YOU EXPECTING NEW OR SEASONED BETA MOMMY

Stay connected share stories advice and stay up-to-date with Beta Mommy events To join the Beta Mommies group email

BETAMOMMIES-subscribeyahoogroupscom

ChrisTina FiGuerOa (ThetaSpring 1998) welcomed a baby boy in August

JeaneTTe GOnzalez (ThetaSpring 1999) are her husband are expecting her second daughter

GlOr y kOwalz yCk (ThetaSpring 1999) welcomed her second baby girl Emily Noelle in July

yveTTe lOPez-COlGan (ThetaSpring 1998) welcomed Jaxton David in early October

Welcome to our neW Beta BaBies and congratulations to our

expecting mommies Beta Mommies

CarOlina ramirez (ThetaFall 2000) welcomed her first born son Gabriel Anthony in June

zuGely saez (XiFall 1999) welcomed her fi rst born daughter Rosario Valentina in Jul y

dOris COrPOran (ThetaFall 2000) welcomed her second child Daniel David in August

Gabr iela sOTO (TauSpring 2004) welcomed baby girl Olivia in August

sTePhanie rOJas (XiSpring 2006) welcomed baby boy Liam in June

ivOnne valenTine (UpsilonFall 2006) will be welcoming Baby Vasquez in March 2013JaCkie CamilO mendez

(NuSpring 2000) welcomed twin boys in June


By Yvette Lopez-Colgan Theta Spring 1998

know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate

The Great Booby Debate Bloomberg Proposes Restrictions on Baby FormulaThe Internet and media are all abuzz over NYC mayor Michael Bloombergrsquos proposed restriction on baby formula in NYC hospitals This is a topic near and dear to my heart as I breastfed my first child for 13 months and am now 36 weeks pregnant with my second child and plan to exclusively breastfeed

FirSt Here are tHe FaCtS Under the organization ldquoLatch on NYCrdquo Bloomberg is asking NYC hospitals to voluntarily restrict access to formula and provide education and support to breastfeeding moms By joining this voluntary initiative

for NYC maternity hospitals to support motherrsquos decision to breastfeed participating hospitals have agreed to enforce the NY state hospital regulation to not supplement breastfeeding infants with formula

feeding unless medically indicated and documented on the infantrsquos medical chart restrict access to infant formula by hospital staff tracking infant formula distribution and sharing data on formula distribution

with the Health Department discontinue the distribution of promotional or free infant formula and prohibit the display and distribution of infant formula promotional materials in any hospital location

Despite all the media propaganda to the contrary the initiative itself seems quite positive and will protect those moms who have chosen to breastfeed exclusively while still respecting the rights of those women who choose not to

So why all the debate and controversy In a society where a womanrsquos breasts are viewed as sexual objects as opposed to natural sources of nutrition for a baby and where most of our mamis and abuelas bottle fed and find it somewhat disgusting to breastfeed itrsquos easy to see why there is such debate The reality is that breast milk is the number one best source of nutrition for a human baby not cowrsquos milk which is where formula is derived

Breast milk has numerous health benefits for mommy and baby including but not limited to preventing

obesity asthma allergies diarrhea ear infections in the baby and preventing ovarian and breast cancer in the mom

It should be a no-brainer right Yet in our overly commercialized capitalistic society big formula companies have made many believe that formula is cleaner and easier and more ldquocivilizedrdquo but letrsquos wake up here sistas Would you put your baby to a cowrsquos utters and allow them to suckle Of course not

Just this week alone I found on my doorstep unsolicited a 3 pound box from Similac which included a bottle a free sample of Similac Advance and Similac sensitive and about $30 worth of coupons for the products should I decide to buy it For those moms on the fence about breastfeeding or having a hard time (which is the majority) it is so easy to open


that box fill that bottle mix up that white powder and shove it in their babyrsquos mouth but the consequences can be disastrous for the health of that child

I respect every womanrsquos right to choose what is right for her and her baby but whatrsquos wrong with preventing free and unrestricted access to formula in hospitals Maybe if it werenrsquot such an easy option more moms would stick with breastfeeding Formula is pushed on moms even before the baby is out and at times the nurses in the hospitals will give the baby formula without permission If it were an illegal or prescription drug such soliciting would shock the conscience but the long-term consequences for a mom who is trying to breastfeed can be nearly the same

Once any bit of formula is introduced or supplemented it changes the flora of the babyrsquos stomach and will also act to reduce the momrsquos supply since the baby will sleep longer (because formula is heavier) and not nurse as often not to mention other dangers like nipple confusion or adverse reactions to the formula Most womenrsquos biggest fear is that they are not producing enough Since we have no hash marks on our breasts with the amount of ounces like a bottle it is impossible to tell whatrsquos coming out Formula companies pray on that insecurity when the reality is there are very few women who cannot produce enough milk for a child who is exclusively breastfeeding We have to learn to trust ourselves and just because the baby cries doesnrsquot mean they are still hungry

Bloomberg may be a smart and wealthy man but his plan is not a novel idea We are far behind even many underdeveloped countries when it comes to breastfeeding and most European (like the UK) and South American countries (like Brazil) have long ago banned formula from hospital and clinics in order to encourage and promote breastfeeding

The truth is breastfeeding is not easy or as natural as you might think when you attempt it because our culture has strayed so far from what is the natural course of things Women who are attempting to breastfeed may have little to no support system We may not have grown up seeing our moms and aunts

do it and since they didnrsquot do it it is often hard for them to help or relate Even my mom repeated over and over ldquoElla tiene hambre por eso esta llorando Tu no lersquo sta dando nardquo (ldquoshe is crying because she is hungry yoursquore not giving her anythingrdquo) My mom Grandma husband and even pediatrician were telling me to ldquojust give her formulardquo Luckily I am as stubborn as a mule and I found an angel by way of a lactation consultant who came and gave me the support and encouragement I needed to go on for over 13 months (I also found a new pediatrician who supported my choices) Whatrsquos the result My child has only been ill a handful of times in over 3 years has no allergies never had an ear infection or needed antibiotics for any reason and is a happy healthy extremely smart child Is it all from breastfeeding Probably not but I would like to think that it helped

So ladies never forget that breast is best If you have a sister cousin or friend who is pregnant or post-partum and is considering or in the midst of breastfeeding give her a hug and tell her she can do it and is doing a good job it could make all the difference

Helpful resourceswwwlalecheleaguecomwwwnycgovhtmldohhtmlmslatchonnycshtml

If you have any legal questions please send them to OPBSIElGirasolgmailcom

Looking forward to hearing from youDisclaimer(come on you know there had to be one I am a lawyer after all) Any legal advice solicited does not constitute an attorneyclient relationship and may be shared and discussed in my column either anonymously or with fictitious names if requested All advice offered should not be solely relied upon by the solicitor and should be discussed with personal counsel

know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate


Day to Night make up tutorial

By Kristin Sepuacutelveda Alpha Gamma Chapter Spring 2007

Apply Bronze Shadow To Primed Lid

Blend Matte Shadow Across Crease

Sweep Bronze Shadow Along Lower Lash LineStep 3

Step 2

Rim Inner WaterlineStep 4Convert To Evening With A Pop Of

Dark Blue Or Black Shadow To CornerStep 7

Apply Mascara

Line Upper Lash LineStep 5

Step 6

Step 1


What a privilege it is to live your life exactly how you choose

I make choices I can live by and take actions that I am proud of and attribute this learning to one of the most frustrating periods of my life Just over a year ago I felt trapped in my existence attached to a job I hated within an organization I formerly loved Mission had long since left its practice and I felt warped and disappointed to the point where getting out of bed was a daunting task

It took me a whole year to finally resign

When I finally took the leap I quit without necessarily knowing what was ahead (and oddly enough without having secured another job) I needed the opportunity to breathe positive energy back into my life and rediscover the sense of self I had lost in the time I spent whining and complaining I made the choice to leave I also made the choice to cut off my hair into a short new style that I loved pick up an interest in walking and running leisurely read whatever I chose redecorated my home just how I wanted and dated just as much as I had hoped What a season It felt great to become me again The highlight of it all was that I invited my friends and family to celebrate my ldquorenewalrdquo with me Together we breathed new life into each other our families our careers and more

With my newfound freedom I started on a new career path

At age 29 I reset and restarted I took an odd job in between my earlier career in the nonprofit sector and my new one in education I knew I had much to learn and chose a position as a community

organizer during my gap year Although challenging it gave me just the insight I needed in education policy and reform to prepare for the classroomI met my 9th graders just one year later and have loved them from the start

I am a high school teacher now I teach high-need students in a brilliant academic environment where I am challenged supported and inspired I still love walking long distances and choose to do so to and from my new school My short haircut looks great and I still date who I choose My home is a comfortable reflection of my recharged energy and I couldnrsquot be happier Earlier this week I learned that my former boss (also the cause of much angst in my previous role) was recently let go for poor performance I volunteer at my old organization choosing how I continue to stay involved in ways that fulfill me personally and professionally

I am happier nowI choose meIn every moment there is an opportunity for new learning As adults we settle into routines for better or worse often because they are familiar or comfortable I chose to take a course that was fulfilling and it has kickstarted my life in ways I never thought imaginable My mindset has changed I have removed any reserve fear or self-doubt I once allowed to block my path and couldnrsquot be happier for it Choose to renew yourself your relationships your career your life Use fear as a launch pad to fully live the life you were meant to It is easier to keep still because you are afraid but it is something powerful riveting enlightening and amazing to be and keep FEARLESS knowing that you and your life deserve more than your present Choose youTo your own Renewal

FacIng FearleSSneSSBy Dr Cassandra St Vil Mu Chapter Spring 2002



sunsHInE cornEr

By Desiree Henry Theta Chapter Fall 2000

Change is inevitableIt happens every day around us from the weather to our jobs friendships loved onesthe list can go on and on This year has been quite interesting with many of those around me experiencing major changes in their lives It made me start thinking about the many times in my life where I have experienced major change and how I was able to overcome the anxiety that sometimes comes with change

I always prided myself on not getting easily frazzled by unexpected occurrences I think a lot of it had to do with the fact that I lost my father at a very young age to cancer I developed an attitude of

ldquoSometimes bad things happen but life goes onrdquo

I understood how difficult these types of situations could be but I also knew that it wasnrsquot the end of the world That attitude helped me get through many of my own challenges We are all challenged at various points in our lives Think about how well do you handle change

You will eventually start to realize that you can either worry about whatrsquos going to happen or take control and embrace the change that is about to happen Regardless of how you deal with change both ways require your time and energy neither of which you should waste Being able to roll with the punches and maintain a positive attitude in the face of change can help throughout many aspects of your life If there is one thing I have learned in the last couple of years its that you never know what unexected life alterering situation may be thrown your way

Enjoy your life to the fullest and enjoy each day You never know what may happen in the next week month or even year but be ready

for it all and keep a positive attitude

Learn to readjust your attitude constantly I used to have a quote above my desk at work that said ldquoAttitude is the little thing that makes a big differencerdquo Having the right attitude and embracing the change before you will make all the difference on whether that change will help you grow or keep you where you are We canrsquot be afraid of what is to come because ldquolife is what happens when you are busy making other plansrdquo Embrace the change and embrace the life that is to come

SoleilFollow mewwwweinspireuswordpresscom

EmbracingChange

If you donrsquot like something change it if you canrsquot change it change the way you think about it ~Mary EngelbreitIf nothing ever changed therersquod be no butterflies ~Author UnknownGod grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference ~Author Unknown

If you break your neck if you have nothing to eat if your house is on fire then you got a problem Everything else is inconvenience ~Robert Fulghum

The only disability in life is a bad attitude ~Scott Hamilton

We have no right to ask when sorrow comes ldquoWhy did this happen to merdquo unless we ask the same question for every moment of happiness that comes our way ~Author Unknown

Sometimes in tragedy we find our lifersquos purpose - the eye sheds a tear to find its focus ~Robert BraultWe find comfort among those who agree with us - growth among those who donrsquot ~Frank A ClarkAllow yourself a moment of grief when lifersquos misfortunes visit you However do not spend your days building a monument in honor of them ~Dodinsky

Wherever you go no matter what the weather always bring your own sunshine ~Anthony J DrsquoAngelo

To be interested in the changing seasons is a happier state of mind than to be hopelessly in love with spring ~George Santayana

Never miss an opportunity to make others happy even if you have to leave them alone in order to do it ~Author Unknown

Look at everything as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time ~Betty Smith


sunsHInE cornErEmbracingChange

Lambda Brooklyn College

Upsilon Rutgers University

Chi Chapter Seton Hall University

Beta Alpha St Johnrsquos University

Beta Gamma New York University

Alpha Beta Alumnae Chapter of New York NY

Alpha Gamma Alumnae Chapter of Washington DC

Alpha Zeta Alumnae Chapter of Northern NJ

Colony at Pace NYC Campus

Colony at Columbia University

Region 2 Regional Retreat

Region 2 Chapters are

ldquoAlthough Region 2 is scattered from New York to New Jersey to Washington DC the amount of sisterhood from each of us withstands any distance in between

us Expressing our needs as a region was effortless and constructive and we have

all made an efforts in reaching our goals for the semester and supporting each other

every step of the way because thatrsquos what sisterhood is all aboutrdquo

Alexis Marie Agosto Upsilon Fall 2011


First Lady Michelle Obama spoke at the Democratic National Convention on September 4 2012 I along with millions of other women clinged to our tissues and listened intently as she spoke about the values of our nation Paying special tribute to the critical role of parents and grandparents her words made me reflect on the people who had a hand in my success

I lived in a community where the educational system did not invest the best of resources but I had teachers and mentors who taught me about dignity and humility as well as honesty and integrity I had a supportive community of neighbors and family friends who would encourage me when they saw me walking to and from school I also had my number one cheerleader push me everyday and that was my grandmother Wela was and still is the driving force in my life

I have never told her how much she means to me but after hearing Michelle Obama speak I knew I needed to acknowledge what she has done for me As her birthday approaches I thought Irsquod write her a letter and share with her that she has played a role in my success

EmpoWErIng WomEn To the woman who had a hand in my successBy Sherlene Ayala Sigma Chapter Fall 2001


Ma-As you approach your 65th birthday I wanted to give you the biggest gift I could think of to show you my sincere gratitude for what you have done for me In 1993 when my mom died I remember the overwhelming feeling of confusion sadness and anger As a teenager I couldnrsquot understand why my life had taken this change of course I know the years following were tough and at the time I didnrsquot know how to accept my new life changes and while spending so much time on me-me-me I had failed to realize that you had lost your daughterOur lives changed You raised me like I was your own and you made sure that I had everything I needed within our means You attended parent teacher orientation went on school trips and dropped me off at the bus on the first day at my summer youth job You gave me a once in a lifetime sweet 16 taught me how to cook rice and beans and drove 12 hours to attend my college graduation When I got my first job out of college you bought me a mattress set and when I bought my first house you came over and gave it your blessing When I got accepted to my doctoral program your words meant more to me than anything You said ldquoNeca I am so proud of yourdquoIn the 30 years of my life you have selflessly given me your time energy money and your love to ensure I grew up to be a great woman I know it was not easy and you faced many challenges but you have done a remarkable job and I only wish to be the woman you are today You are a woman of dedication and perseverance I havenrsquot seen you give up on any of your grandchildren despite the ups and downs and that is something I wish to continue You are a woman of character You have taught me to hold myself with a certain level of prestige and elegance You are a woman of integrity and faith Your love for God is

impressive and one day I hope to find that connection in spirituality You are a woman who placed high standards on education knowing that without it I would be nobody You are a woman that is respected and well liked not to mention sarcastic and sometimes sassy

When I consider that you are a mother of 4 and singlehandley raised all 4 kids plus grandchildren I am impressed with your courage to keep the family going You have lost many people in your life including all of your siblings one of your daughters and friends I am in awe when I see that you keep going I wish I had that courage and stability to do that

I could never be the woman you are today You are a great mother and grandmother and more importantly my friend In the course of my adult life I have transitioned my selfish ways of thinking and recognized that you are a gem and the day I become a mom I will instill the values you have instilled in me ndash faith love honesty integrity and dedication

As I bring this letter to a close I have that feeling in my throat thatrsquos telling me to let the tears flow down my cheek There is no way for me to show you or tell you how much I love you How grateful I am to you How much you inspire me

I want to thank you for loving me and listening to me and being there for every step of my life For letting me discover my path in life and allowing me to make my mistakes I could not imagine what my life would be like without your influence and passion for my growth You are my role model my best friend and more importantly my mom I love you more than you know Muneca


As a child I vividly remember watching She-ra and Thundercats (my favorite was Lionel) and thinking they were my heros Why Because they were powerful they stood for what was right they demonstrated great strength and they had cool costumes and weapons Who didnrsquot want to defeat the bad guys every time

Irsquom surE IF you FlasHEd Back to your cHIldHood and WHo your (s)HEro Was It may HavE BEEn a cartoon cHaractEr or your local cIvIl sErvant Itrsquos Funny to sEE HoW sImplE lIFE Was and HoW WE EnjoyEd lIFE day By day WItHout any prEssurE

or loomIng sElF-douBts aBout onEsElF

As we grow older we learn the true definition of what a hero is and let our own personal experiences help mold who or what that may look like As I grew to be an olderhellipahem I meant wiserhellip person I realized that although some of the reasons I looked up to those cartoon characters were rather superficial at its core it helped define what I believed in and valued- strength standing for what is right assisting and defending their community and enjoying life with gusto

Throughout time there have been many public and local figures who have fit the bill for me and as is true to my nature who my hero was always changed because I refused to settle on just one The funny thing is I never articulated

this to anyone and especially not to the ldquolesser knownrdquo people because I thought it would be awkward to say it to them (and on occasion for fear of sounding like a Mariah Carey or Enrique Iglesias song)

As I reflect on this topic I am reminded of a time in middle school where in class we had to write about who our hero was and one of my classmates wrote about me I was taken aback and didnrsquot know how to respond I was honored but then thought why me Irsquom a nobody Irsquom just a plain old kid who didnrsquot even run with the popular crowd It is now that I realize that we are all herorsquos in our own respect We donrsquot have to leap over buildings in a single bound call out to the Power of Grayskull or anything like that

By BEIng truE to oursElvEs and tappIng Into our InnEr grEatnEss WE can and WIll HavE a grEat Impact on otHErs and WHo knoWshellip mayBE today mayBE tomorroW or mayBE nExt WEEk somEonE WIll comE up to you and say ldquoHEy I

just Want you to knoW yoursquorE my HErordquo

EmpoWErIng WomEn The (S)hero in All of UsBy Amanda Crane Iota Chapter Spring 2000


Greetings

Omega Phi Beta has created numerous events which instills elements needed as great training for many of our members Any gathering of two or more individuals for a given purpose is indeed an event From that has immersed a vast variety of unions for many entrepreneurial backgrounds to create small businesses within our organization that are growing We continuously applaud our sisters and encourage them to succeed

We are excited to say that three of our members make up the team of a new boutique event planning company for your special event needs Your Best Event Inc (YBE)

The event industry continues to grow as a very creative and much needed service to many and we each utilize our specialty to contribute to a successful event

The YBE Team

Erica Diaz Co-Founder amp Lead Event Agent Spring 2002 Upsilon Chapter Rutgers University

Daiana Hidalgo Wedding SpecialistSpr 2002 Epsilon Chapter C W Post Long Island University

Jessica Medina Creative Design SpecialistSpring 2005 Theta Chapter Stony Brook University

Your VisionOur Pleasure

Our professional team members are experts in organizing managing and executing any event YBE Inc will tailor a customized events package suited for both your individual needs and the indulgence of your guests We maintain a strong portfolio of the finest venues service providers and industry insiders who are focused on creating unparalleled spectacular events

We are extremely grateful for all the support we have received from our sisterhood We have previously worked with sisters from Beta Delta Epsilon Theta Mu Upsilon and Alpha Beta Chapters and hope to continue working with many more

Each of our event agents are passionate trained and educated in several aspects of event planning We emphasize communication stress details amp creativity and great organizational skills If we adhere to this maxim we will achieve customer satisfaction beyond expectation Please enjoy reading through our list of EventsampServices

We look forward to creating the best events with only you and your guests in mind

Your Best Event IncinfoYourBestEventcom wwwfacebookcomYourBestEventInc

nEW BEta BusInEss

eVentS Anniversaries amp Engagement PartiesAwards DinnersBaby ShowersBachelorette PartiesBirthday Celebrations Budget Planning CateringChristmas PartiesCorporate amp Holiday FunctionsDinner PartiesEngagement Events Event Marketing amp Branding

SerViCeSreSourCeS

Event Staffing SolutionsGraphic DesignHair and Make-Up Invitations amp Wedding Programs On-Site Event ManagementPrintingSecuritySound DesignThematic ConceptualizationTransportationVenue ScoutingWeb Development

(left to right) Jessica Medina Erica Diaz and Daiana Hidalgo


Beta Smarts Celebrations and Professional achievements

Deyadira ldquoBettyrdquo Diaz far right (ZetaSpring 1998) and some fellow sisters take part in the New York PRIDE Parade each year Betty is a supporter of NBCUniversalrsquos LGBT affinity group OUTNBCU and recently revived UNIDOS a Latino affinity group at NBCUniversalrsquos Rockefeller Center headquarters

Jenice Diaz (UpsilonSpring 2003) attends the Registered Nurse Program at Bergen Community College and currently has a 32 Also she has 40 GPA at Kean Universityrsquos BSN program Jenice was also featured in the LatinTrends magazine for the month of August for a photo shoot campaign for Yeroc Eyewear amp Ush Clothing httpwwwlatintrendscomp=14104 The Campaign Ad is shown in several media outlets for the upcoming NY Fashion WeekJessica Medina (ThetaSpring 2005)(left) Erica Diaz

(UpsilonSpring 2002)(middle) and Daiana Hidalgorsquos (EpsilonSpring 2002)(right) recent accomplishments rests upon their entrepreneurial goals They are the Co-Founders of Your Best Event Inc Your Best Event Inc is a boutique event planning company servicing the New York City area for special event needs

Ruth Lora (UpsilonFall 2011) will be interning this semester with Van Wagner Sports company as a Brand Ambassador for the NFL games at Met Life Stadium Also she will be with Viacom (owners of MTV VH1 and BET) as one of two interns in the International Treasury Department

Best wishes to Virginia Rivas Lozada (UpsilonFall 2003) Naydine Lopez (UpsilonFall 2003) Mary Guzman (UpsilonFall 2005) Carla Parra (UpsilonFall 2007) and Karina Guzman (UpsilonSpring 09) ndash they will be participation in TOUGH MUDDER Tri-State region on October 20 2012 We are all proud of you and support you through this challenge

Natalie Hernandez Green MPH (ThetaApring 1998) received the 2012 Outstanding Student Award for her paper titled ldquoLatinasrsquo health care provider preferences regarding HPV vaccinationrdquo This award is bestowed by the Latino Caucus of the American Public Health Association

Alpha Theta Alumnae Chapter held a social for sisters who have graduated from Beta Eta and Beta Zeta Chapters in hopes getting to know each other better and peak their interest in Alpha Theta They made chocolate and had

some wine at Ferris and Fosters Famous Chocolate Factory



Have any questions or need advice please email us and see your answers in our next Girasol edition Recently engaged Just Got Married Share the good news with

your sorors

Email OPBSIElGirasolgmailcom

Natalie Hernandez Green (ThetaSpring 1998) was married to Gerald Green in August in Punta Gorda FL

Johanna Fernandez (Zeta Fall 2001) was engaged in August to Eduardo Marte

September Birthdays Joanna Estrada Spring 2002 Virginia Rivas Lozada Fall 2003 Yessenia Morales Fall 2003 Sadie Mirabal Fall 2006Milibeth Castro Fall 2006Tatiana Fernandez Fall 2006

October Birthdays Ysmelda Pentildea Spring 2002 Yisel Lopez Fall 2003

On May 16 2012 Alpha Theta Alumnae Chapter attended the 14th Annual ldquoLatinos Unidos Luncheonrdquo The ldquoLatinos Unidosrdquo Luncheon was established to raise funds for the City of Tampa Hispanis Advisory Council Scholarship Fund that assists Hispanic students in financial need to continue their education Alpha Theta sisters took a picture with Bob Buckhorn (middle) Tamparsquos Mayor joined by Max Lora (Lambda Upsilon Lambda brother) as well as Alpha Theta interested women

Upsilon sends Birthday Wishes to their chapter sisters

Happy Birthday to all our sisters who have celebrated their birthdays since our last edition

wishing you all many moreShare your great news OPBSIElGirasolGmailcom

Eve Torres (PhiFall 2003) won an NBC celebrity reality competition series Stars Earn Stripes on September 3 She earned over $100000 for her charity the USO


The Alumnae Association of Omega Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated (OPBSI AA) is proud to announce Ms Heaven Saunders of San Pedro CA has been selected as this yearrsquos winner of the Reach for the Gold Book Scholarship

Ms Saunders plans to major in Public Relations at the University of Southern California with the hopes of pursuing a career as a PR specialist in fashion entertainment or government

As a student at the Los Angeles County for the Arts Ms Saunders excelled academically with various Advanced Placement courses and an impressive Grade Point Average Ms Saunders has not only participated in many extra curricular activities within her academic setting but she has also proved to

be a strong leader in her communityShe has participated in both the San Pedro amp Peninsula YMCA (SPPY) and the California YMCA Youth amp Government Programs (YampG) where she has received several young leader awards

She has also shown true creativity enthusiasm and high energy in her love for the arts through several forms of dance

The Reach for the Gold Book Scholarship recognizes academic and benevolent achievement among young women of color and supports continued success through the first year of college The OPBSI AA awards one scholarship recipient annually and as this yearrsquos winner Ms Saunders will receive $1000 towards the purchase of academic text books

Applications for 2013 will be available on Omega Phi Beta Sorority Incorporatedrsquos national website by February 2013

2012 rEacH For tHE gold scHolarsHIp WInnEr Heaven Saunders

goldEn calIBrI grant scHolarsHIp Nurturing the Development of Professional Beta Women The Golden Colibri Grant was established in 2011 and serves to recognize and support the professional and academic development of alumnae members of Omega Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated The Alumnae Association awards $500 annually to one grant recipient towards the pursuit of an advanced degree professional certification specialization or license

Please submit a completed application and send letters of recommendation and professional resume to scholarshipomegaphibetaorg

Only applications submitted by November 1 2012 will be considered The grant recipient will be announced no later than December 1 2012

Apply Now


Treat yourself to some delicious red or white sangria

Contact Soror Lupe at sangriaanytimegmailcom

9175478650

Keep the Ghosts and Goblins Away order sangria anytime today

FULL PAGE ONE EDITION $10 TWO EDITIONS $17

HALF PAGE ONE EDITION $8 TWO EDITIONS $12

advertiSe your BuSineSSto over 800 opBSi SiSterSplace your ad in el giraSol

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON PLACING AN ADVERTISMENT CONTACT OPBSIELGIRASOLGMAILCOM

ADVERTISEMENTS PRICING

Apply Now


UPCOMING NATIONAL MEETINGS

national ConVentionMarch 15- 17 2013

Beta Lambda ChapterUniversity of North Carolina Chapel Hill Chapel Hill NC

national ConFerenCeOctober 11-13 2013

Beta Mu ChapterUniversity of California at Berkeley Berkeley CA

national ConVention 2014haPPy 25Th OPbsi

March 13-16 2014Miami FL

For more informationEventsOmegaPhiBetaorg

Beta yellow pagesCreative and Beauty Services

Jessica AyalaAyari Make OverswwwAyariMakeOverscomwwwTheGlossyPartycom

Karla Ayala-Quervalu Karla Samantha Photography wwwKarlaSamanthacom

Elsa Batista-YzaguirreStoles By ElsaStolesbyElsaYahoocom

Stephanie Camacho amp Rebecca SlivkaThe Sunflower Collectionwwwthesunflowercollectioncomwwwfacebookcomthesunflowercollections

Elizabeth Cano Sweet Craft Cakeshttpwwwsweetcraftcakescom

Erica Diaz Daiana Hidalgo and Jessica MedinaYour Best EventwwwYourBestEventcomwwwfacebookcomYourBestEventIncEricaYourBestEventcom

Desiree Henry MOYA Creative Design BoutiquewwwMOYACreativecomMOYACreativeDesignsgmailcom

Maria JarmilloBirth Doulanediva89gmailcom

Elbanery LoraDianarsquos Cleaning Servicesdiana_cleaningserviceshotmailcom(347) 564-6491

Health Home Services

The Beta Yellow Pages is a free service designated to highlight businesses that

are operated by sorors

If you would like to list your business information please submit it toOPBSIElGirasolOmegaPhiBetaorg

Lupe Flores Sangria Anytime sangriaanytimegmailcom(917) 457-8650

Selina HernandezMy Sisterrsquos Creationswwwmysisterscreationscommysisterscreationsyahoocom(917) 348-8556

Ivy Roman IvySweetsNYCIvySweetsNYCgmailcom

Food Services

Lydia Jimenez Stampinrsquo with Lydiawwwstampinwithlydiablogspotcom


Collegiate ChaptersAlpha ChapterUniversity at Albany SUNY Est 1989

Beta ChapterSUNY New Paltz amp Marist College Est 1991

Gamma ChapterUnion CollegeEst 1991

Delta ChapterBinghamton University SUNY Est 1992

Epsilon ChapterLong Island University CW Post Est 1993

Zeta ChapterSUNY Oswego Est 1993

Eta ChapterCollege at Brockport University of Rochester amp Rochester Institute of Technology Est 1994

Theta ChapterStony Brook University Est 1998

Iota ChapterUniversity of Virginia Est 1998

Kappa ChapterHofstra University Est 1998

Lambda ChapterBrooklyn College and Manhattan MetroEst 1998

Mu ChapterUniversity of Buffalo Buffalo State College amp DrsquoYouville College Est 1999

Nu ChapterCornell University Est 1999

Xi ChapterSyracuse University amp LeMoyne College Est 1999

Omicron ChapterDuke University Est 2000

Pi ChapterBoston MA Est 2002

Rho ChapterMichigan State University Est 2002

Sigma ChapterPlattsburgh University SUNY Est 2001

Tau ChapterUtica College amp Hamilton College Est 2003

Upsilon ChapterRutgers University New Brunswick Est 2003

Phi ChapterUniversity of Southern California Est 2003

Chi ChapterSeton Hall University Est 2003

Psi ChapterDePauw University Est 2006

Beta Alpha ChapterSt Johnrsquos University Est 2002

Beta Beta ChapterUniversity of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Est 2006

Beta Gamma ChapterNew York University Est 2007

Beta Delta ChapterPace University Pleasantville Campus Est 2008

Beta Epsilon ChapterSUNY Old WestburyEst 2008

Beta Zeta ChapterFlorida State UniversityEst 2010

Beta Eta Chapter University of South FloridaEst 2010

Beta Theta ChapterSUNY Cortland Est 2009

Beta Iota Chapter Northeastern Illinois UniversityEst 2010

Beta Kappa ChapterUniversity of New HavenEst 2010

Beta Lambda ChapterUniversity of North Carolina Chapel HillEst 2011

Beta Mu ChapterUniversity of California BerkleyEst 2011

Colony at University of Maryland Baltimore CountyEst 2003

Colony at Rhode Island CollegeEst 2003

Colony at Charleston Southern UniversityEst 2008

Colony at St Thomas AquinasEst 2010

Colony at Ramapo CollegeEst 2010

Colony at Pace UniversityEst 2011

Colony at Columbia UniversityEst 2011

Colony at Purdue UniversityEst 2011

Alpha Beta ChapterNew York City Alumnae Chapter Est 1994

Alpha Gamma ChapterWashington DC Alumnae Chapter Est 2004

Alpha Delta ChapterRochester Alumnae Chapter Est 2004

Alpha Epsilon ChapterBoston Alumnae Chapter Est 2007

Alpha Zeta ChapterNew Jersey Alumnae Chapter Est 2007

Alpha Eta ChapterBuffalo Alumnae Chapter Est 2007

Alpha Theta ChapterFlorida Alumnae ChapterEst 2007

Los Angeles Alumnae ColonyEst 2011

Chicago Alumnae ColonyEst 2012

Alpha Alpha ChapterHonorary Sisters

Omega ChapterEternal Sisters


Omega Phi Beta SOrOrity incchaPterS and cOlOnieS

Colonies

Alumnae Chapters

eSt 1989 wwwOmegaPhiBetaOrg


In EvEry IssuELetter from the Alumnae Association President 3Letter from the Editor 4

Staying Connected to AA 5

To Be Politically Inclined 19

Beta Cookinrsquo 21

Beta Mommies Updates 25

Know your Rights The Great Booby Debate 26

Day to Night Make-Up Tutorial 28

Sunshine Corner 30

Beta Celebrations 36

Beta Brides 37

Table of Contents

Alumnae Association Mission Statement

Omega Phi Betarsquos Alumnae Association serves as the

representing body of all non-affiliated alumnae of the sorority

Our mission is to engage our alumnae in the mission vision and

goals of the sorority create a sense of community and support our alumnae in all areas of lives

National Conference 2012 6

OPBSI Nationol Rememberance Day 10

Bringing Sisterhood to the Forefront 11

Domestic Violence Awareness Events 12

ldquoLove Doesnt Hurtrdquo Mini Walk 14

Unity and Support Amongst Greeks 15

Upcoming Events and Service Opportunities 16

Region 2 Retreat 31

RFTG Scholarship Winner 38

New Beta Business 35

Important Anit-Violence Resources 20Beta Yellow Pages 40Chapters and Colonies 41

Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight 18(S)heroism Happens Everyday 22Our Editorrsquos (S)heros 24Facing Fearlessness 29To the woman who had a hand in my success 32The (S)hero in all of Us 34

sororIty HIgHlIgHts

FEaturE artIclEs

BEta rEsourcEs

How wonderful

it is that nobody

need wait a single

moment before

starting to improve

the world

~ Anne Frank ~






Dr Cassandra St Vil














Welcome













endeavors


From the Editor





















to get added










montHLy Buzz







































































































novEmBEr


Cafe Soleil





Shades Program













The Scentsy Party


world The Alumnae
















Fierce Friendships






























wAshingtOn Dc






new YOrk citY











flOriDA





chicAgO













Serve while hot







others to be good











Specials


Sides




















Selina Hernandez


Amanda Crane


Marielys Garcia


Desiree Henry




















know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate























know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate







Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters







Dr Cassandra St Vil














Welcome













endeavors


From the Editor





















to get added










montHLy Buzz







































































































novEmBEr


Cafe Soleil





Shades Program













The Scentsy Party


world The Alumnae
















Fierce Friendships






























wAshingtOn Dc






new YOrk citY











flOriDA





chicAgO













Serve while hot







others to be good











Specials


Sides




















Selina Hernandez


Amanda Crane


Marielys Garcia


Desiree Henry




















know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate























know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate







Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters












endeavors


From the Editor





















to get added










montHLy Buzz







































































































novEmBEr


Cafe Soleil





Shades Program













The Scentsy Party


world The Alumnae
















Fierce Friendships






























wAshingtOn Dc






new YOrk citY











flOriDA





chicAgO













Serve while hot







others to be good











Specials


Sides




















Selina Hernandez


Amanda Crane


Marielys Garcia


Desiree Henry




















know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate























know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate







Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters









to get added










montHLy Buzz







































































































novEmBEr


Cafe Soleil





Shades Program













The Scentsy Party


world The Alumnae
















Fierce Friendships






























wAshingtOn Dc






new YOrk citY











flOriDA





chicAgO













Serve while hot







others to be good











Specials


Sides




















Selina Hernandez


Amanda Crane


Marielys Garcia


Desiree Henry




















know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate























know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate







Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters





































































































novEmBEr


Cafe Soleil





Shades Program













The Scentsy Party


world The Alumnae
















Fierce Friendships






























wAshingtOn Dc






new YOrk citY











flOriDA





chicAgO













Serve while hot







others to be good











Specials


Sides




















Selina Hernandez


Amanda Crane


Marielys Garcia


Desiree Henry




















know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate























know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate







Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters










The Scentsy Party


world The Alumnae
















Fierce Friendships






























wAshingtOn Dc






new YOrk citY











flOriDA





chicAgO













Serve while hot







others to be good











Specials


Sides




















Selina Hernandez


Amanda Crane


Marielys Garcia


Desiree Henry




















know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate























know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate







Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters





Fierce Friendships






























wAshingtOn Dc






new YOrk citY











flOriDA





chicAgO













Serve while hot







others to be good











Specials


Sides




















Selina Hernandez


Amanda Crane


Marielys Garcia


Desiree Henry




















know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate























know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate







Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters


















wAshingtOn Dc






new YOrk citY











flOriDA





chicAgO













Serve while hot







others to be good











Specials


Sides




















Selina Hernandez


Amanda Crane


Marielys Garcia


Desiree Henry




















know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate























know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate







Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters










Serve while hot







others to be good











Specials


Sides




















Selina Hernandez


Amanda Crane


Marielys Garcia


Desiree Henry




















know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate























know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate







Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters







others to be good











Specials


Sides




















Selina Hernandez


Amanda Crane


Marielys Garcia


Desiree Henry




















know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate























know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate







Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters





Specials


Sides




















Selina Hernandez


Amanda Crane


Marielys Garcia


Desiree Henry




















know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate























know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate







Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters









Selina Hernandez


Amanda Crane


Marielys Garcia


Desiree Henry




















know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate























know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate







Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters





















know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate























know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate







Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters













know your rightS

TheGreatBoobyDebate







Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters








Step 2



Apply Mascara


Step 6

Step 1














sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters















sunsHInE cornEr











EmbracingChange





















































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters













































Greetings




The YBE Team










nEW BEta BusInEss


SerViCeSreSourCeS
















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters















your sorors























Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters














Apply Now




9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters





9175478650







Apply Now



























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters




























Food Services



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters



























































Colonies

Alumnae Chapters


el girasol ~ fall 2012 edition

Documents

beta brides

beta celebrations

beta cookin

nonaffiliated alumnae

new beta business

beta yellow pages

beta mommies updates

great things opbsi