Alumnae Chapter Awards
What are Alumnae Chapter Awards?
The national council of Alpha Sigma Alpha established the alumnae chapter excellence awards to recognize alumnae chapters that demonstrate lifetime dedication to the Sorority through chapter management and programming. There are three levels of recognition: Palm, Star and Crown. The top honor bestowed to an alumnae chapter is the Crown of Excellence. Additionally, there are six awards based on chapter operations.
Annual Recognition
Palm Recognition
- The chapter is in good standing according to the bylaws and timely submission of five reports – program report, chapter directory report, annual report, officer change report and alumnae chapter contribution report.
- Annual unrestricted contribution to the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation of $50 or more, noted on the Alpha Sigma Alpha Foundation Contribution Report. The donation must be made during the fiscal year of the award and be from the chapter’s bank account.
- Sends a delegate to the national convention & leadership conference.
Star Recognition
- The chapter fulfills the requirements for Palm Recognition and an additional ten achievements. These achievements are based on information in the annual report.
Crown Recognition
- The chapter fulfills the requirements for Palm Recognition and an additional fifteen achievements. These achievements are based on information in the annual report.
- Chapters that fulfill Crown Recognition are also eligible for special awards for specific areas of chapter operations and for the crown of excellence.
Crown of Excellence
- Crown Recognition chapters are eligible for consideration for the Crown of Excellence Award. The Crown of Excellence Award is the top honor for an alumnae chapter.
Additional Awards
There are additional alumnae chapter awards that are offered on a biennial basis at the national convention, and recognize the outstanding achievements in areas of membership growth, alumnae Panhellenic engagement, collegiate relations, programming and community involvement and service and giving.
OUTSTANDING MEMBERSHIP GROWTH
Recognizes a chapter committed to supporting alumnae initiation, alumnae member recruitment and has seen a significant growth in their chapter size.
OUTSTANDING ALUMNAE PANHELLENIC ENGAGEMENT
Recognizes a chapter which actively supports their alumnae Panhellenic, Panhellenic service and giving opportunities, and Panhellenic activities in their area.
OUTSTANDING COLLEGIATE CHAPTER SUPPORT
Recognizes an alumnae chapter which provides exceptional support to a collegiate chapter or several collegiate chapters.
OUTSTANDING PROGRAMS
Recognizes an alumnae chapter which has created and implemented programs that reflect the Sorority’s mission, values and four aims.
OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE AND GIVING
Recognizes a chapter which demonstrates a commitment to service and giving to national philanthropic partners and their local community.