Robin Lynn Young
Spirit Award Criteria
Prior to each Cluster II Conference, Nu Iota Omega sends notification to each chapter to submit an eligible candidate for the Robin Lynn Young Spirit Award. The criteria is as follows:
- Have outstanding leadership qualities
- Be reliable and dependable
- Have real vision and a sense of value
- Promote and demonstrate sisterly relations
- Exemplify and cultivate a spiritual sight
- Be involved in and committed to other civic organizations
- Be creative and talented
- Display a winning attitude
- Be an effective communicator
- Go above and beyond the call of duty
Robin Lynn Young Spirit Award
November 17, 1965 - July 3, 1999
The Robin Lynn Young Spirit Award is dedicated in remembrance of Robin Lynn Young. Robin was a dedicated and loyal member of Nu Iota Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® She exemplified all the characteristics of a true Alpha Kappa Alpha woman. She had an enormous spirit. Her spirit was so illuminating and real; she inspired everyone she touched. She was a tremendous leader with vision and a sense of value. Robin modeled and promoted sisterly relations with vigor. She was creative, talented, committed to community service and possessed a win-win attitude.
Nu Iota Omega has vowed to continue the legacy that Robin left behind. We will spread her love and model her dedication to be of service to all mankind. We will take her drive and demeanor to fulfill our dreams, while making this world a better place one butterfly at a time.
Every chapter in Cluster II has someone who exudes these very special qualities and Nu Iota Omega acknowledges that special "Soror" each year during the Cluster II Conference.
Robin Lynn Young Year 2010 Recipient
Soror Johnnie Mae Riley
This year's Robin Lynn Young Spirit Award Recipient is a member of Iota Pi Omega in Brevard County, Florida.
Soror Johnnie Mae Riley taught in the Brevard county school system for more than 30 years and continues to work as a substitute teacher when needed. As a dedicated member of her church, she teaches adult Sunday School Class, sings in the choir and works with the Esther Circle Missionary Ministry, helping those within and outside her church. Each year during Black History Month she coaches and challenges the youth of her church with black history trivia.
Soror Riley has held numerous positions within the sorority: Basileus, Anti-Basileus, Epistoleus, Philacter, Historian, Hodegos and Parliamentarian. She was recently voted Soror of the Year for her untiring service to Iota Pi Omega Chapter. Her hard work, fundraising skills and willingness to always go far beyond the call of duty are greatly appreciated by her chapter members.
Soror Riley is very involved in her community. She currently holds membership in the Brevard County of The Links, Inc. and the American Cancer Society. Soror Riley was recently awarded the The Earl Gordon Award for outstanding service to the community by the Summit of Seven, a program that focuses on boys to enrich their lives. Soror Riley received this award for her superlative work, raising over $10,000.00 for the American Cancer Society and for working diligently with all Brevard County Youth.
