On April 12, 2014, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, chartered its 1,031st Chapter (Bexar Area Alumnae Chapter). The charter members proudly signed the charter, which is now archived at the Grand Chapter headquarters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated in Washington, D.C.
These twenty-eight (28) illustrious, valiant, and prescient women, led by (trailblazer) Soror Syble Robertson Johnson, met and discussed the possibility of expanding their community-service-based work, with specific emphasis given to supporting the sorority’s Five-Point Programmatic Thrust. These women understood and realized this was not to be an easy undertaking. To gain recognition as a viable new Chapter would require stamina, endurance, fortitude, dedication, and love for the organization. They realized Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. membership is truly a “lifetime commitment.”
The National President, Soror Paulette Walker, granted the approval to charter the Chapter under the leadership of the Southwest Regional Director, Soror Mae Frances Rowlett. Indeed, the journey of more than three (3) years towards becoming the second Chapter located in Bexar County had come to fruition for the twenty-eight (28) charter members. Bexar Area Alumnae Chapter was named by Soror Beverly E. Smith, who served as a former National 1st Vice President and the 26th National President of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
The Chapter proudly serves and supports the cities, towns, and municipalities located in the Bexar, Comal, and Guadalupe areas (excluding the San Antonio area), which include Cibolo, Converse, Garden Ridge, Helotes, Kirby, Live Oak, Schertz, Selma, Universal City, Windcrest, and other cities located outside the San Antonio area. The goal of the Bexar Area Alumnae Chapter is to positively impact our service areas by implementing educational and economic development initiatives, engaging in political awareness and social action pursuits, participating in international awareness and involvement events, and focusing on improving physical and mental health in our service area.
The Bexar Area Alumnae Chapter was officially established during a weekend of memorable events. The Schertz Community Center, Schertz, TX, was the venue for chartering the Bexar Area Alumnae Chapter, where Soror Rowlett, R.D., was the officiating officer. Sorors gathered from near and far, with representatives from various chapters, including San Antonio Alumnae, Austin Alumnae, and Houston Alumnae. Members of the Pan-Hellenic Council were present to congratulate the new Chapter. Also in attendance was the honorable Mayor Mary M. Dennis of Live Oak, TX.