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Since 1925, Jabberwock has been presented nationally by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, to raise scholarship funds. The idea of the Jabberwock comes from the poem told by Lewis Carroll in his famous book, Alice in Wonderland. The Jabberwock, a mythical character, called together the members of his kingdom at least once a year to put on a show. In a like manner, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority calls its members and friends together to enjoy an evening of pageantry and entertainment. The Jackson (MS) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has a strong history of supporting higher education in the Jackson community. For more than 20 years, we have awarded book stipends totaling more than $50,000 to graduating high school seniors, and more than $40,000 to Jackson State University and Tougaloo College students. These funds have significantly impacted the lives of hundreds of students, and our goal is to continue providing financial assistance to students who desire to further their education. In addition to scholarship programs, the Chapter has established Delta Academy and Delta Gems programs for inner-city middle school and high school girls. More than 300 girls have benefited from these innovative programs, which include mentoring, as well as a focus on math, science and technology, sisterhood, leadership, scholarship and service. The chapter’s primary fundraising project is the presentation of the Jabberwock Gala. The Jabberwock Gala will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. at the Rose Embly McCoy Auditorium on the campus of Jackson State University. Proceeds will be used to support the chapter’s scholarship funds and other services provided by the sorority.
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