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TN SR0329

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Raumesh Akbari

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Origin

Senate

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Honors the Alpha Beta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., on its 100th anniversary, recognizing it as the first Greek-letter organization permitted at Fisk University and the first Delta Sigma Theta chapter established in Tennessee

  • Chapter was officially chartered on March 13, 1926, at Fisk University by five charter members: Hallie Walton Smith, Eloise Lowe Clark, Alyce McCarroll, Jeanne Osby Goodwin, and Anna Jewel Redd

  • Recognizes the chapter's community service activities including student study sessions, sexual health fairs with Music City PrEP Clinic and Nashville CARES, free STI testing, and scholarship funds for members

  • Acknowledges notable members including Hortense Golden Canady (national president 1983-1988), Julia Agnes Washington Bond (mother of Civil Rights activist Julian Bond), and actress/comedian Kym Whitley

  • Designates the chapter as the oldest collegiate chapter in the southern region and commends its 100-year commitment to educational advancement, civic engagement, cultural awareness, and leadership development

Legislative Description

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend the Alpha Beta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., on the celebration of the chapter's 100th anniversary.

Memorials, Recognition

Last Action

Signed by Senate Speaker

3/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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