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A SYMPHONY OF LEADERS IN SERVICE
I am honored to serve as your District Six Governor for the next biennium. Having
been a member of the district board for the past eight years, I have gotten to
know many of you and your clubs. I am truly amazed at all of the outstanding
Altrusa clubs and members across our three states. I look forward to the next two
years where I will have the opportunity to get acquainted and work with even
more of you.
I also look forward to engaging with the newly installed board. Each board
member has unique skills and experiences, and together we will be able to serve
you, the district, and international as well. My major areas of focus will be
strengthening clubs and the retention and recruitment of members.
We are in the last two years of the current Altrusa International Strategic Plan.
Our district has made significant progress toward achieving the goals and
objectives that were established at the beginning of the last biennium. As we
move forward, the new board, along with the newly appointed committee chairs, will be tasked with making
adjustments to our District Plan to meet the challenges that we face.
For those of you attending the District Conference installation banquet, the lighting of the candles during the
ceremony was symbolic of what I believe we are and can continue to be. It all starts with individual clubs, and
that candle was lit by Lorraine Tomlin, current president of the Muncie Club. Individual clubs and their members
are the grassroots of Altrusa.
As governor, I lit the middle candle representing the district. At this level we have the board and committee chairs
and members who are working on behalf of all clubs. One of my goals is to have at least one member from each
club serve on a District Committee. I am making progress in that regard, but there are still some openings, so if
any of you are interested in district committee service, please let me know.
Our two International Directors; Kathy Jackson and Chris DeVlieger, lit the large candle representing Altrusa
International. Every Altrusan should be aware of all the services that International provides to the district, to
clubs, and to individual members.
Continuing with the musical theme of the conference—just as in an orchestra—when we all join together, we can
make beautiful music. In Altrusa we work alongside each other in our clubs and at the district and international
levels so that we can truly make a difference in our various communities. I suggest that we are indeed a
Symphony of Leaders in Service.
In closing I ask you to remember the last part of the Mamie L. Bass 12th Altrusa Principle: Altrusa believes it is not
enough to be good; Altrusa must be good for some thing.
In Altrusa Service,
IN TOUCH
Volume 1, Issue 1 May 2019
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63rd ANNUAL DISTRICT SIX CONFERENCE REPORT
April 5—7, 2019
Muncie, Indiana
2019 CONFERENCE ATTENDEES
L to R: Dana Vierck, Immediate Past Governor; Jan Fritz, Governor-Elect;
Doris Kowalski, First Vice Governor; Jill Degee, Director; Rebecca Hill Riley,
Treasurer; Nancy Heal, Secretary; Angela Beck, Second Vice Governor; and
Sue Whitaker, Governor.
2019-2021 DISTRICT SIX BOARD
“True leaders don’t create followers...they create more leaders.”
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Front Row: Jan Fritz, Strategic Planning; Linda Barb, Leadership; Sue
Creighton, Communications; Jackie Field, Membership; Second Row:
Bev Herzog, Facebook; Nancy Gerner, Foundation Liaison; Rebecca
Mercier, Service; Elaine Wolf, Club Building; and Neveta Salmons,
Webmaster. Absent: Becky Ray, Service and Heather Miiklozek, BRR.
2019-2021 DISTRICT SIX COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Some of these club presidents have served this past year and
some will be serving in 2019-2020.
CLUB PRESIDENTS
DISTRICT
CLUB
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63rd ANNUAL DISTRICT SIX CONFERENCE
CONFERENCE ACTIVITIES
RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY
SILENT AUCTION
Netted $1,585; We raised another $4,511 through
Club 21 renewals, Lamplighter contributions and sale
of Luci Medallions and Lights for the International
Foundation
THE ALTRUSA STORE
The Store features Altrusa branded items for
sale and is manned by the District Six Board
WORKSHOPS
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FRIDAY ACTIVITIES
CONVERSATIONS AROUND FIRE PIT AWARDS DINNER
PARADE OF BANNERS
PRESENTATION OF
COLORS
BSU ASTRA CLUB PRESIDENT
WHITNEY TALLENT
CARRIED ASTRA FLAG
Three tours were offered on Friday afternoon: Altrusa Archives at
BSU Library with Anne Condran hosting (photos above); Marilyn Glick Glass
Center at BSU with Sue Whitaker hosting; and Erskine Green Training
Institute with Jennifer Hasty hosting.
WARSAW’S JAN SLOAN AT
THE ARCHIVES WITH ANNE
BEV FAULKNER (WARSAW) AND
OTHERS AT THE ARCHIVES
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63rd ANNUAL DISTRICT SIX CONFERENCE
INSTALLATION OF NEW BOARD
GOVERNOR SUE’S FIRST REMARKS
AS DISTRICT SIX GOVERNOR
THE INSTALLED 2019-2021 BOARD
Installation candles were lit by Lorraine
Tomlin (Muncie President) representing
the District clubs, Governor Sue
representing the District, and Kathy
Jackson and Chris DeVlieger (International
Directors) representing International.
MUNCIE PAST GOVERNORS MARY BURFORD
AND LINDA BARB CONDUCTED THE
INSTALLATION CEREMONY
PAST GOVERNOR DANA AND
GOVERNOR SUE SHARING A
MOMENT FOLLOWING INSTALLATION
2019-2021 DISTRICT SIX GOVERNOR
SUE WHITAKER
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CLUB PRESI-
DENTS
INSTALLATION RECEPTION
RECEPTION MUSIC BY THE MUNCIE
SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA’S
STRING QUARTET
SOME ATTENDEES
DANCED TO THE
MUSIC!
DURING THE INSTALLATION BANQUET
THE ORCHESTRA’S BRASS QUARTET
ENTERTAINED WITH A VARIETY OF SELECTIONS
GOVERNOR SUE SHARED A
MOMENT WITH MUNCIE’S
JANE WHITE
PAST GOVERNOR DANA RELAXED AFTER
INSTALLATION WITH ANGELA BECK AND
DORIS KOWALSKI
MANY ENJOYED THE RECEPTION
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2018-2019
AWARD WINNERS
FIRST PLACE—INDIANAPOLIS
Dorothy’s Room at Coburn Safe Haven
Members transformed an unusable conference room into a functioning
multi-purpose room with dedicated areas for music, sewing, crafts, study,
tutoring, counseling and group activities.
SECOND PLACE—CHAMPAIGN-URBANA
Helping Children experience Happiness through
Generosity at Cunningham Children’s Home
Members managed a Kids Shop by providing gifts and
volunteers allowing kids with emotional challenges to
select gifts for significant family members.
THIRD PLACE—LEXINGTON
Mighty Moms Meet Again
Members held a reunion of moms who had participated in the
ongoing Mighty Moms project providing an opportunity to meet
and reconnect to share challenges and triumphs in a safe and
relaxing environment.
MAMIE L. BASS SERVICE AWARD
“Winning doesn’t always mean being first; winning means doing
better than you’ve ever done before.”
...Bonnie Blair
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GOVERNOR’S
AWARD
Chris DeVlieger
DeKalb-Sycamore
ROOKIE
OF THE YEAR
Georgette Smith
Lexington
Elaine Wolf (Fox Valley and last year’s
recipient) presented the award to Chris
DeVlieger (on left).
Chris joined Altrusa in 2003 and has
been in leadership roles since that time.
She has served her local club and
District Six in many ways, and has
attended every District Conference
since 2003.
Her District Six leadership responsibili-
ties started as District Secretary in
2005 and she worked her way up the
ranks becoming Governor from
2015-2017.
Chris is currently a Director on the
Altrusa International Board and has
assumed committee responsibilities at
both the District and International
levels.
Chris is also a leader in her community
serving for 9 years as Chair of her
area’s Feed My Starving Children fund-
raiser among other community service.
Congratulations, Chris!
Georgette attended Lexington’s Member-
ship Soiree in March 2017 after learning
about it from their website. She joined the
club immediately following. She began her
involvement in service by attending the
International Convention in July 2017
where she signed up to serve on the
International Marketing Committee for a
two-year term.
As the 2018-2019 club year began, she
was asked and agreed to be Vice President
after slightly less than one year in the club.
She promptly created a list of speakers for
the club year.
Before joining, she had retired after 29
years with the Department of Justice
where she most recently served as
Program Manager for the Victim
Notification System (VNS).
Great Job, Georgette!
Georgette Smith celebrating with
Past Governor Dana (on right).
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2018-2019
AWARD WINNERS
FIRST PLACE—CHAMPAIGN-URBANA
Reading Across America—18th Annual Community Celebration of Reading
Club members played major roles implementing this popular annual event.
Over 1000 children flocked to Lincoln Square Mall to participate in dozens of
literacy-based activities. Members hosted a popular puppet-making activity,
organized a free book table and coordinated over 100 community
volunteers.
SECOND PLACE—LEXINGTON
Passport to Reading 2018—An Afternoon at Harrison
Members sponsored and organized the collaborative 10
week Harrison Elementary after-school project. 36 vol-
unteer student participants from 3rd, 4th and 5th grades
attended on Mondays. The 100 minute sessions includ-
ed snacks, reading, book discussions, written literacy
and expressive art activities and group games.
THIRD PLACE—BEDFORD
Lawrence County, Indiana Bicentennial History Booklet
Members published a history booklet to share their county’s
history on its 200th anniversary. The books were presented to
every 4th grade student in their county along with a PowerPoint
CD for their teachers. Copies were also made available at the
library and local historical society.
LETHA H. BROWN LITERACY AWARD
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FIRST PLACE—BEDFORD
Daughters of Ruth Foundation
Members helped marginalized girls in Thailand receive marketable skills
sets through DOROCH. Good skill sets are needed for the girls to avoid
human trafficking and the sex trade. They provided financial support
through a donation, and members purchased items made by the girls.
Twenty-two girls, ages 8-19, were involved with the DOROCH project.
No 2nd or 3rd place awards presented.
DR. NINA FAY CALHOUN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AWARD
MEMBER SPONSORSHIP AWARDS
We were proud to recognize the 43 Altrusans who sponsored one or more new members
between June 1, 2018 and March 31, 2019!
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2018-2019
AWARD WINNERS
NEW DISTRICT SIX AWARDS
MARKETING—1st MARKETING—2nd MARKETING—3rd
LEXINGTON INDIANAPOLIS CHAMPAIGN-URBANA
FOX VALLEY MUNCIE BEDFORD
LEXINGTON MUNCIE CHAMPAIGN-URBANA
NEWSLETTER—1st NEWSLETTER—2nd NEWSLETTER—3rd
WEBSITE—1st WEBSITE—2nd WEBSITE—3rd
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63rd
CONFERENCE
STATS
24 Clubs Attended
149 Registered
78 Full Registrations
15 First-Timers
8 Past Governors
Attended
32 Guests
1,787 and 1/2 years
of membership
represented at the
Conference
12 Clubs entered the
four new District
Award categories
FOX VALLEY LEXINGTON CHAMPAIGN-URBANA
NEW DISTRICT SIX AWARDS
YEARBOOK—1st YEARBOOK—2nd YEARBOOK—3rd
SPECIAL THANKS!
Beautiful photographs by our
photographer,
Amanda Kishel…
a member of the Muncie Club!
We very much appreciate all the efforts
of Conference Chair Nancy Norris...Great
Job!
FOUNDATION LIAISON REPORT
29—Club 21 Renewals/new @ $21 $ 609.00
9—Luci Medallions $ 900.00
4—Lamplighter Renewals $2,000.00
28—Luci Lights @$20 $ 560.00
Sunday White Envelope Donations $ 442.00
Silent Auction $1,585.00
Total $6,096.00
Anne Condran, 2017-2019 District Six Foundation Liaison
Altrusa Club of Muncie
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CLUB MEMBERS ATTENDING CONFERENCE
BEDFORD, IN CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, IL CHILLICOTHE, IL
CONNERSVILLE, IN
DeKALB–SYCAMORE, IL
ELGIN, IL
EVANSVILLE, IN
FOX VALLEY, IL FRANKFORT, KY
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CLUB MEMBERS ATTENDING CONFERENCE
GALESBURG, IL INDIANAPOLIS, IN JEFFERSONVILLE, IN
KOKOMO, IN LAFAYETTE, IN LEXINGTON, KY
MARION, IN MUNCIE, IN
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CLUB MEMBERS ATTENDING CONFERENCE
QUINCY, IL
SPRINGFIELD, IL WARSAW, IN
INTERNATIONAL DIRECTOR
Kathy Jackson
Hamilton, OH
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SUNDAY MORNING’S WRAP UP
ECUMENICAL SERVICE FOR ATTENDEES
The Memorial Service
remembered those
members we have lost
in the past year
including Past Governor
Patty Rice Smith
(1991-1993)
from the Frankfort KY
Club.
BEV FAULKNER WON A
HUGE RAFFLE
BASKET...ON HER
BIRTHDAY!
CHAMPAIGN-URBANA MEMBERS INVITATION TO 64TH ANNUAL DISTRICT SIX CONFERENCE
ENVISIONING THE FUTURE—SEEING POSSIBILITIES
APRIL 17-19, 2020
Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites
Champaign, IL
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2019 COURTESY RESOLUTION
Whereas, Altrusa International of District Six is a network of
volunteers dedicated to leading to a better community.
Whereas, the board members got additional duties so that Doris
would not be left behind again.
Whereas, the members who went to the archives gave the original
principals the white glove treatment.
Whereas, conference attendees learned only beverages in Star-
bucks cups were allowed in the conference center. Who knows
what was in all those cups!
Whereas, Muncie may have started a new tradition by cutting a
ribbon to open swap and shop, silent auction and store.
Whereas, although we were thankful for the vans for the tours, we didn’t realize that step aero-
bics were included as part of the tour.
Whereas, Kathy Jackson, our International representative said she was willing to have a drink
with anyone!
Whereas, conference attendees represented 1,787 ½ years thanks to the precision of Tina from
Lexington.
Whereas, The three wise men were visited by 80 wise women.
Whereas, Ball State University President Geoffrey Mearns said in order to be successful,
“surround yourself with smart women and do whatever they tell you.”
Whereas, we learned that Tiffany from Muncie has been an Altrusan 48 hours and Mary from
Indianapolis has celebrated being an Altrusan for 54 years.
Whereas, we congratulate our new rookie of the year Georgette and celebrated Chris with the
Governor’s award.
Whereas, conversations around the fire pit turned out to be conversations around the bar.
Whereas, Kudos to Sandy Moon for having the most efficient report during the business meet-
ing.
Whereas, in the Swap and shop, the heritage information was passed out freely but baskets cost
you six for $5.
Whereas, the Cardinal conversation with the Mearns was filled with inspiration and concluded
with chirp chirp chirp!
PRESENTED BY
DORIS KOWALSKI
FIRST VICE GOVERNOR
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Whereas, Tiffany Karrigan of Little Red Door Cancer services referred to their service area as
pineapple instead of donuts because they are healthier.
Whereas, District Six Altrusans got fleeced and all tied up.
Whereas, Elaine crashed the millennials workshop to get someone for tech support.
Whereas, we had the opportunity to honor our Altrusa veterans during the medley of military
songs.
Whereas, Sue will be larger than life in Don’s eyes when she is making club visits and he won’t be
talked back to.
Whereas, it wasn’t the same without Becky Ray, but she sent us the perfect peace recipe.
Whereas, we all want to thank Muncie club for their wonderful Hoosier hospitality and the hotel
and conference center staff for the excellent service.
Be it therefore resolved, that the membership of Altrusa International Inc. of District Six does
hereby proclaim that 2019 Conference in Muncie, Indiana is successfully concluded.
And hereby it further resolved, we will look forward to seeing you at the Hilton Garden Inn in
Champaign-Urbana, IL on April 17-19, 2020 for the 64th District Six Conference.
Respectfully submitted: Doris Kowalski, First Vice Governor, Altrusa International District Six
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
GEOFFREY AND JENNIFER MEARNS
President and First Lady
of Ball State University
CARDINAL CONVERSATIONS:
SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP
IN TOUCH
Quarterly e-Newsletter for
Altrusa International-District Six
Sue Whitaker, Governor
Sue Creighton, Editor
Neveta Salmons, Webmaster
Bev Herzog, Facebook
Website: districtsix.altrusa.org
Facebook: Altrusa District Six
Are you Making Plans to Attend
the International Convention?
Things to know:
• Early Bird Registration ends June 15, 2019;
Registration closes June 30, 2019
• Reserve your room at the Grand Sierra Resort
• Call to Convention is available on the
International website
• The Altrusan with additional convention
information and the proposed bylaw changes
is now available on the International website
• Elect your club delegates and alternates
• District Six will have a district gathering during
conference – attendees will receive an email
during convention with date, time and
location
Special Event during the Convention
Altrusa Districts’ Bowling Tournament
Tuesday, July 16, 2019
Taking place inside the Grand Sierra Resort.
Prizes for:
Top 3 Teams
Best Team Name
Best Cheerleaders
Door Prizes Food and Beverage will be available for purchase.
Please note this is on Tuesday before conference begins. If
you are coming on or before Tuesday and are interested in
being on a bowling team or being a cheerleader please email
Sue Whitaker at [email protected].
Note: A few photographs in this issue were provided by Sue Creighton, Beverly Faulkner and Jan Sloan from the Warsaw Club.
