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Tri Sigma Named March Of Dimes Research Partner Of The Year
In October, Executive Council Vice President Crystal Jones attended the annual March of Dimes Day of Action alongside other national March of Dimes service partners. We are proud to stand beside these member organizations to donate, serve, and raise awareness to ensure moms and babies have a fighting chance for a healthy future. Visit trisigmafoundation.org to learn more.
Have you visited trisigma.org lately?
Because of the alumnae dues support we received last fiscal year, we were able to give our website a much-needed makeover. The new site launched in January and has received rave reviews.
The 2025 annual campaign will kick off again in January. Help us reach our goal to receive 2,025 payments by Feb. 15. Follow us on social media for upcoming contests and giveaways—or pay your dues today at trisigma.org/alumnae-dues.
Updated New Member Materials Launched
Fall 2024 new members were the first to receive To Be Steadfast, an 84-page companion guide to the updated new member onboarding program. All chapters have access to a digital version, and 38 fall-recruiting chapters opted to purchase printed copies.
Developed as a supplement to corresponding online learning modules, the book also aims to promote greater brand affinity and be a long-lasting memento of the Tri Sigma collegiate journey. Responses to a survey of newly initiated members revealed the material was well-received.
When asked to rank if the book was informative and worth saving for future reference on a scale of 1 to 5, the average score from the nearly 800 survey respondents was 4.5. Open feedback regarding possible changes was also encouraging.
"I really enjoyed how certain topics or blurbs were broken up into short paragraphs with images. It really helped me focus on the information I was reading and get more out of the content," said one respondent.
Shaping Sisterhood
Tri Sigma believes in the power of our members to drive innovation and create meaningful change. As such, a call for programs was made to alumnae members last spring to share their talent and expertise on a variety of subjects. More than just a submission process, the call for programs was an opportunity for alumnae to be at the forefront of transforming our Member Success Series, Virtual Leadership Seminars, and other timely webinars.
The result so far has been a series of thoughtful and insightful online sessions on confidence building, personal strengths, mental health, and best practices for applying and interviewing for jobs. The Sigma Way, a 5-part Virtual Leadership Seminar, took a deeper dive into our guiding values and helped member's learn to more effectively live them out in everyday lives.
By sharing innovative ideas and expertise, alumnae help us provide exceptional experiences that empower women to change the world. We are still accepting submissions for dynamic and engaging programming proposals that reflect our values and enhance the Tri Sigma experience.
Your creativity and expertise are the keys to enriching our member experience and fostering a culture of learning and leadership. Whether you are a seasoned leader or a passionate member with a fresh perspective, your contribution can make a significant impact. Selected applicants will assist with the development and presentation of their program and receive recognition for their work. Submit a program proposal here.
We are excited to see your ideas and look forward to collaborating with you to create exceptional programs that empower and inspire!
STUDY SKILLS CERTIFICATION
A study skills certification course has been launched to help strengthen the academic prowess of our collegians and support student success. This 4-part course is required for new members and is highly encouraged for upperclassmen as well. Members can access it by visiting the 0 Essential Sigma Learning Center under the Certifications tab.
UPDATES TO ANNUAL COLLEGIATE AWARD CATEGORIES AND SUBMISSION PLATFORM
After a 2023 pilot of updated collegiate awards categories, the process was updated for 2024 and expanded based on collegiate feedback. The goal of the changes was to increase engagement in the awards process, recognize success in areas previously included in Accreditation, provide clarity on criteria, and shorten the written applications by using information already submitted through required forms and updates.
Phase One included the creation of an awards dashboard to show chapters in real time which categories they qualified for based on reports submitted via Chapter Portal. Additional operational categories were added in the areas of Resiliency, Marketing and Social Media, and the Panhellenic Award was renamed the Laura Ward Sweet Panhellenic Excellence award in recognition of her years of service to the NPC.
In Phase Two, recognition categories were expanded further for 2024 to include additional areas of member success, engagement, and partnerships. Categories promoting increased alumnae engagement, harm prevention, and philanthropic participation were also added. Submissions were due Nov. 1 and will be awarded at Convention this summer.
COLLEGIATE CHAPTER OPERATIONS APP LAUNCHED
Collegians have a new management and communication tool that serves as a central hub for chapter operations. Powered by OurHouse, the app empowers Tri Sigma chapters to run more efficiently. In addition to having live calendar updates on their phone, members can chat, direct message, log activity points and more. OurHouse also powers websites for both collegiate and alumnae chapters which are funded and provided by NHQ. Learn more about this technology partnership at trisigma.org/news.
ANTI-HAZING LEGISLATION IS SET TO BE SIGNED INTO LAW
The Stop Campus Hazing Act (H.R. 5646/S.2901) was recently passed by both the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate by unanimous consent. It has been sent to the White House and President Joe Biden is expected to sign it into law.
The act will improve hazing reporting and prevention on college campuses and is paramount for the health and safety of students. The bill and its progress through the Senate can be found 0 here
“NPC applauds the bipartisan effort to pass the Stop Campus Hazing Act," said NPC CEO Dani Weatherford. "Every student has the right to learn and thrive in a safe and healthy campus environment. This is a monumental step forward in protecting college students and eliminating hazing from college campuses."
