Award Recipients

Drum Roll Please...AWARDS

By Lauren Porter, Associate Board Member

An exciting part of Convention is the opportunity to publicly acknowledge and uplift the amazing work being done by actives, chapters, and board members. One of the ways we do this is through our annual awards. It’s always difficult to select just one winner as our organization is overflowing with accomplishments, commitments, and service to the sorority and our communities. We recognize all our chapters and members who live out kindness, devotion, and pride every day.

The Yellow Rose Award is presented to the chapter president that has gone above and beyond for their chapter providing leadership and accomplishing national and chapter goals. Lauren Marble, KAN, is honored with this award for 2022 as her chapter recognized her ability to “constantly manage multiple aspects of the organization without hesitation” while being actively involved in the campus community. They “admire her hard work and commitment, and she has truly inspired [them] to become better individuals and sisters.”

The Angela K. Jacobs Scholarship is given to a sister who is able to maintain a strong GPA while going above and beyond the call of duty as an active. Cheyenne Mark, KAN, is the recipient of this award. Her chapter describes her as a “selfless and empowering woman who embodies all of the ideals of Kappa” and was quick to fill in vacant positions, raise awareness and fundraise for the national philanthropy, and promote the chapter and its mission in the community.

The Victoria E. DeMambro Leadership Award is presented to a sister who is actively involved in her chapter and holds an executive board position, as well as involvement in other campus organizations. Kappa Lambda recognizes Courtney Wasson for her crucial role in their chapter and highlights her “great time management, leadership skills, and communication.” She is readily available to listen and support others and is what her chapter “defines as a true leader.”

The President’s Cup, awarded by the National Board to the chapter that best reflects the ideals of Kappa, Delta, and Phi in all chapter representations since the last National Convention, was presented to Kappa Sigma.

The Excellence in Social Media Presence Award is given to a chapter with a prominent social media presence that promotes our philanthropy, chapter individuality, and the importance of sisterhood bonding in a tasteful manner. The 2022 award was presented to Kappa Alpha Gamma. Follow their Instagram at @ kdphinas_newpaltz and TikTok @kdphinasnewpaltz

The Outstanding Chapter Award is presented to the chapter that has collectively worked hard to achieve goals and meet expectations in recruitment, finances, and/or philanthropy. Kappa Sigma was recognized by the National Board as being hard-working and goaloriented moving from four members to 14 by the end of the year. They continued to support our national philanthropy, set recruitment goals, and maintained the financial health of the chapter.

The Display Award is presented to the Chapter with the most outstanding display at the Convention based on creativity, originality, traditionalism, sisterhood, philanthropy, brotherhood, and awareness. Congratulations to Kappa Upsilon for first place!

The Golden Opportunity Award is presented to a chapter that has overcome difficulties and remained steadfast. Kappa Sigma is recognized for their hard work attending university events, hosting their own events, and increasing their social media presence with record-low membership at the start of the year. They improved their relationship with the university, used the tools available to them, and never gave up.

The Elizabeth Jason National Philanthropy Award is awarded to the chapter with the highest financial contribution to the National Philanthropy. Kappa Sigma set a national record with over $10,000 raised for the AFSP!

Chapter Consultant of the Year is presented to the Chapter Consultant that has gone above and beyond the call of duty for her chapter. Robyn Sarette is recognized for her service to the Kappa Sigma chapter.

Associate Board Member of the Year is presented to an associate board member that demonstrates actions that go above and beyond her call of duty through her work on the board. Nicole Ransden is recognized for her continued service on the board.

Remember to submit your award nominations by February 15th to be considered for next years' awards.