Looking Back at a Year on the Road with Our Two Named CDCs
For over 75 years, Collegiate Development Consultants (CDCs) have been an integral part in the growth and development of the Do Good Sisterhood. In recognition of the character and quality of CDCs, two awards are given each year through the Delta Gamma Foundation. The Stuart Award was established by Helen Catherine (H.K.) Davis Stuart, Kappa-Nebraska, in 1995, for the CDC with the highest interview score. The Baynard Award, created by Mildred Moyer Baynard, Kappa-Nebraska, recognizes the CDC who will work with Delta Gamma's newest chapter.
The 2023-24 recipients of these awards were announced last summer:
- Brianna Holland, Eta Delta-North Florida, 2023 Stuart Consultant
- Josephine Henderson, Gamma Lambda-Cal State, Fresno, 2023 Baynard Consultant
As the academic year comes to an end, Brianna and Josephine shared personal reflections about their experiences and memories that will remain close to their hearts forever.
Brianna Holland, Eta Delta-North Florida
"As I reflect on my year as a CDC, I can truly say it was one of the most fulfilling years of my time as a Delta Gamma woman. I faced many challenges on the road that helped me get out of my comfort zone and grow as a person. I also made memories that will last me a lifetime!
Some of my favorite memories include facilitating the Collegiate Leadership Collective with the other women on the team and getting to visit Canada for the first time!
I can say with confidence that this experience has introduced me to friends for life and helped me grow to my fullest potential. Without the CDC program I would not be the woman I am today. “
Josephine Henderson, Gamma Lambda-Cal State, Fresno
"Serving as a CDC this past year has truly been the opportunity of a lifetime. Every chapter brought new experiences and allowed me to witness the remarkable growth and development of countless women across North America.
This year, I was able to work closely with Epsilon Kappa-Clemson. They were my first chapter visit back in August, and I was able to return this semester as well. Seeing the growth and transformation their chapter has undergone this year has been one of the best experiences within this job. Sightseeing and hanging out with collegiate women in 19 different states and Canada wasn’t too bad either!
I would be amiss if I didn’t give my CDC team or Taylor Mierendorf, our amazing team manager, a shout out as well. They have truly been the best support system and have helped to deepen my appreciation for Delta Gamma. Traveling to almost 30 chapters in one year is not for the faint of heart, but I am so thankful for this opportunity and will not soon forget the late nights spent in Arizona recruitments, the Buc-ee’s runs in Texas, or the countless laughs and memories shared with every chapter in between.”
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The Delta Gamma Foundation proudly funds Training and Programming opportunities through generous gifts to the Foundation, in the areas of social responsibility, health and well-being, and leadership. This includes the Collegiate Development Consultant program, which is funded in part by the Foundation.