The Southern poodles of Thee BAdd Beta Alpha Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Inc. had much to celebrate this week as they honored their Founders, marking a momentous occasion of 102 years of conducting and promoting greater.
The BAdd Beta Alpha chapter held numerous events throughout the week to commemorate this remarkable milestone. On Monday, the ladies of Sigma Gamma Rho held a Business Professionalism Class in Stewart Hall at 6:22 pm.
The business professionalism class was led by speaker Shauna Mitchell. Shauna Mitchell has an impeccable background with 20 years of HR professional experience. She was awarded a Bachelor’s degree by none other than Southern University and A&M College and an MBA from Tulane University. In addition to her achievements, she formerly served as the president of The Greater New Orleans Alumni Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated.
Through the duration of the class, the ladies of the BAad Beta Alpha chapter with the assistance of Shauna Mitchell informed the attendees of many useful tips on ways to conduct oneself in an interview, maintaining professionalism, making a great first impression, and how to act like the best version of oneself.
With a productive lead to the new week, the Southern poodles kept the dynamic going. In the Stewart Hall Auditorium, at 5:00 pm, the ladies of the BAdd Beta Alpha Chapter hosted a Paint & Chat event. Attendees got to not only express their creativity, but also get to know the Southern Poodles on a different level: as well as forming new connections.
Later in the week, a very anticipated Mr. Rhomeo Pageant was held in the Event Center at 7:22 pm by the ladies of the BAdd Beta Alpha Chapter. All five of the contestants gave their all throughout every point in the competition. Contest number 1, James Robinson, a junior majoring in Mass Communication stunned the crowd with his talent: receiving an enormous reaction as everyone in the building was on their feet. Contest number 2, Trevione Johnson, a junior majoring in history showed his personality from start to finish and quickly became a fan favorite.
Ultimately, even though each contestant was unique and a standout in their own nature, there could only be one Mr. Rhomeo. After challenging contemplation from the judges, a winner was announced around 9 pm. The honor of Mr. Rhomeo was awarded to Sean Inman, a junior majoring in Finance from Houston Texas.
Following the pageant, the Southern poodles wrapped up the week with a PoodlePuff game on the Intramural Recreational Lawn from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, bringing numerous organizations together to indulge in a sociable game of kickball.
Spring 2024 initiate of the BAdd Beta Alpha Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc., Nia Robinson states, “The purpose of these events is not only to meet people and outreach […], but just to make sure that everybody, uhm feels taken care of and included.”
As the ladies of Sigma Gamma Rho continue to mark historic achievements, they understand what it means to honor those who came before them. They continue to motivate and inspire a greater future.
