Welcome to Sigma Alpha Omega®’s Seventh Annual National Convention Website!

We hope you are interested in coming to what we hope is the most fun, spiritually-awakening convention yet. This year we have lots of things to look forward to: comedians, a sunset worship session, great workshops, New Mexican cuisine, and more!

This year’s theme is “Shine Like a City on a Hill” based on Matthew 5:14, “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.” Come ready to meet other sisters in fellowship at the feet of the Lord!

Convention will be hosted by our Psi Chapter at University of New Mexico. Check-in is from 4-10pm Mountain Time on THURSDAY, June 2, 2011. Early check-out will begin officially Sunday, June 5, 2011 in the very early morning (2am). Normal checkout is Sunday morning beginning at 8am.

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Every year we like to celebrate our wonderful Alumnae with a special luncheon. This luncheon is particularly special for our newest Alumnae and provides a unique opportunity for socializing and networking. This event is open only to Alumnae and takes place directly after the Business Meeting on Saturday.

Go to the registration page and fill out all the information.

Applications for this year's Convention Awards are now available.  The National Board looks forward to recognizing chapters and individuals who have contributed to the sorority's success.  Recipients of awards will be announced at the formal banquet on Saturday June 4, 2011.  Please follow all instructions and email to the Convention Liaison no later than April 15, 2011.

Get Award Nomination Applications Here

First held at the First Convention at NCSU this event is held the Friday night of Convention and has become a popular tradition. Each chapter will show-off their stuff through song, dance, magic, comedy, drama and other creative performance outlets. Why not consider costumes this year? Please limit your performance to five minutes or less.

Individuals -

• Bible, Sorority Notebook & Pens
• Comfortable Clothing and Shoes for day
• Favorite Letter Shirt for Friday Evening (smile for the group photo!)
• Formal Attire for Banquet and Dance (don’t forget your dancing shoes!)
• Personal Toiletries
• Spending Money for Three Meals, Souvenirs, and Raffle
• Linens (towels, sheets, pillow)--We recommend a "space saver" bag for easy packing!

Chapters -

• Chapter Banner (will be displayed throughout Convention)
• Talent Show Performance
• Submit the Following Prior to Convention:
  Award Nominations
  Chapter Update

ATTENTION ALUMNAE 2011 AND EARLIER!

The National Board of Trustees is looking for passionate candidates ready to serve on a national basis for Sigma Alpha Omega(reg.sym.)! All alumnae are eligible to apply to become a trustee. Download the application HERE and return to Whitney Tipton, current National Board President, no later than May 1, 2011. 

Because of the distance, we all need to be on the ball about our planning and participation.  Prices fluctuate for airfare, so keep an eye out for good prices. (They can get well over $500.)

You have a multitude of options for travel. You may buy directly from an airline (e.g., Continental, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest, etc.) or from a consolidator website (Expedia, Priceline, Kayak, CheapTickets, etc.). Be aware that you are more likely to find cheaper tickets on the consolidator websites, but if difficulties happen during the trip, airlines are less likely to be as helpful, or, at least, that is what a travel agent told me! I flew recently to Albuquerque for planning purposes, and Priceline had the best deal. Be sure to know if the prices that they are advertising include taxes and fees. You may also end up with layovers, or for you less experienced fliers, a.k.a. periods of time where you are waiting at a side destination airport for a plane.

Another option is to set up a group rate flight with nearby chapters. This is more likely to cater to NC and GA chapters. There are specialty websites that offer this as well as through some airlines (Google keywords: group rates tickets, airfare, etc.). You may want to call an airline or look on their webpage to find group deals.