Gerontology Program
Sigma Phi Omega
Delta Gamma Chapter at UNCG
Sigma Phi Omega (SPO), the national academic
honor and professional society in gerontology, was established in 1980
to recognize the excellence of those who study gerontology/aging and the outstanding
service
of professionals who work with or on behalf of older persons. The formation
of a society not linked directly to any of the major professional associations
appeared to be a fruitful avenue to provide a much needed link between educators,
practitioners, and administrators in various settings where older persons are
served.
SPO seeks to promote scholarship, professionalism, friendship, and services to older persons, and to recognize
exemplary attainment in gerontology/aging
studies
and related fields
The goals of SPO are achieved primarily through the activities of local
chapters,
and secondarily through efforts of the national office and officers. Local
chapters serve as links within their respective communities to promote interaction
between gerontology educators, students, alumni, and local professionals. The
chapters provide opportunities for personal and professional interaction, sharing
of concerns, discussion of issues, service activities, and so forth.
To learn
more about the NATIONAL SPO honor and professional society, visit www.sigmaphiomega.org
Delta Gamma is the local SPO Chapter at UNCG.
Enjoy our Fall 2007 SPO Chapter newsletter!
SPO 2009-2010 Delta Gamma Chapter Meeting Dates and times are:
2009-2010 President is Burgin Ross burginross@triad.rr.com
2009-2010 Activities include:
September 28, 2009 planning session for 2009-2010 year
October 19, 2009 meeting with Presentations of Internship Experiences
with Brittany Singhas and Christina Shaffer
November 9, 2009 a Business Card Swap Social, networking with local professionals
in Aging, 5:30-7:00 pm at Friends Home at Guilford, 925 New Garden Road, Hinshaw Building, Solarium Room. Bring business cards to exchange. Refreshments provided. See our Invitation for Mentoring.
February, 2010 meeting date TBD, Induction Ceremony for Delta Gamma chapter
of SPO
March, 2010 meeting date TBC “Aging Isn’t for Sissies” activities
in EUC on UNCG campus
April 14, 2010 "Aging is Good Business" Summit at UNCG
All Gerontology students and Delta Gamma SPO members are invited to attend
Delta Gamma SPO events.
Questions? Contact SPO Delta Gamma Chapter President
Burgin Ross at burginross@triad.rr.com
In April 2009 GRO Students and SPO Chapter members placed 
a display in UNCG's Jackson Library for
Careers in Aging Week.