[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 136 (Thursday, September 24, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2360]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING THE NEW HAVEN ALUMNAE CHAPTER OF DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY ON 
                         THEIR 50TH ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 24, 2009

  Ms. DeLAURO. Madam Speaker, I am pleased to rise today to extend my 
sincere congratulations to the New Haven Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma 
Theta Sorority as they celebrate their 50th Anniversary. The Delta 
Sigma Theta Sorority is a non-profit organization dedicated to 
enriching our community through community service.
  In its fifty year history, the New Haven Alumnae Chapter has focused 
its attention on the changing and diverse needs of our community. Their 
mission has been to actively engage the community--particularly young 
people--in public service. Their goals are rooted in the understanding 
that our communities thrive when every member contribute to its 
success. Since its inception, this outstanding organization has awarded 
over $250,000 in college scholarships; has developed and implemented 
multiple programs benefiting our youth including Delta Academy and the 
GEMS mentoring program; Project S.E.E. (Science and Everyday 
Experiences) workshops; as well as their signature ``18 and 
Registered'' voter registration campaign. With each of the programs 
offered, the New Haven Alumnae Chapter is opening the doors of 
opportunity to our community's young people.
  The membership of the New Haven Alumnae Chapter includes some of our 
community's most prominent community advocates--many of whom dedicate 
both their professional and personal lives to public service. These 
women stand as role models for every member of our community, but 
particularly for our young people. They inspire us with their deep 
commitment to community and compassion for others. Our communities 
would not be the same without organizations such as the New Haven 
Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Their efforts make it a 
better place to live, learn, and grow.
  It is with great pleasure that I stand today to recognize the 
invaluable contributions the New Haven Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma 
Theta Sorority have made to our community and to extend my heartfelt 
congratulations on their 50th Anniversary. They have made a real 
difference in our community and I wish them all the best for many more 
years of success.

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