Alpha Gamma Sigma Honor Society
West Valley College, Gamma Iota Chapter
Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, February 20, 2008

Brittany welcomed those in attendance, and began the meeting with the icebreaker, “Stinger.”

After that, Laura spoke briefly about the State Convention, which will take place April 4 through 6.  She mentioned that March 5 is the deadline to register, and she plans to talk more in depth about this event next week. 

Next, Kelly and Caitlin spoke about this semester’s blood drive, which will happen some time in April.  There will be opportunities to earn community service points for sign-ups and assisting donors during the drive.  Kelly and Caitlin are asking fellow AGS members to brainstorm theme ideas and to assist with posters.

Subsequently, John spoke about the First Annual Honors Symposium to be hosted at Stanford University.  Registration to attend this event is free, and the form needs to be submitted by March 28, 2008.  The Symposium will take place April 18, 2008, and many AGS members are already planning to attend.  For more information, please refer to the website http://admissions.stanford.edu/hrs. 

Finally, Saba spoke about fundraising.  First, she congratulated members for their efforts during the Candy Gram fundraiser.  We managed to raise $200.  Next, she mentioned Tuesday, February 26 and Wednesday, February 27 would be our first bake sale of the semester.  Sign-up sheets were passed around for baking and selling baked goods.  Baked goods should be dropped off at the table in the cafeteria on Tuesday, February 26 at 9:00 am.  Please speak to Saba, if you are interested in baking or selling during this bake sale. *

* NOTE: Guidelines for the bake sale:  1) baked goods need to be home made, 2) baked goods must be generously sized (i.e. the size of your palm), 3) baked goods must be individually wrapped (either in individual zip lock bags or in clear plastic wrap), 4) it is one fundraising point for every two-dozen, and one point for every hour you sell, and 5) please include a small note identifying your baked good.  

John closed the meeting.