11/13/2025
The Paws on the Ground: Diabetes Wellness Jam hosted by the Delta Omega Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc, co-sponsored by the Sigma Xi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc, the UIUC Black Graduate Student Association, and the SU Institute of Health and Education - Evaluation, Assessment, and Research hopes to draw timely attention to the disproportionate impact of diabetes within the Black/African American community.
The program will include:
- Line Dance Training & Party
- Music provided by DJ David Boyd
- Snacks & Drinks Fundraiser
- Health Resources
- Voter Registration
- Fans for $10 Donations
**Please note that due to insurance requirements, this event is designed for participants aged 18+ years or older **
Please REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/y1vWJymnZBjdCEFu8
This community event promotes physical activity, health education, and wellness. Please review the following before registering:
1. Photo & Video Consent - By registering, you consent to being photographed and/or recorded during event activities. Organizers and partners may use media for promotional, educational, and reporting purposes.
2. Parent/Guardian Responsibility for Minors - Parents/legal guardians registering minors accept full responsibility for their participation, supervision, and safety. A parent/guardian must accompany all minors (under 18) at all times.
3. Liability Waiver - Participation in physical activity (e.g., walking, light dancing, stretching) involves inherent risks. By registering, you acknowledge that you are willing to assume all risks and agree that organizers, sponsors, and volunteers are not liable for any injuries, losses, or claims arising from your participation.
Through targeted outreach, education, and culturally responsive engagement, this event will equip community members with practical strategies for prevention, management, and healthier living. It will also elevate dialogue on the systemic factors that contribute to health inequities, ensuring that diabetes awareness is connected to broader efforts of justice and community well-being.
REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/y1vWJymnZBjdCEFu8