It is the first Greek sorority established by African-American women. Furthermore, we NEVER ask for members- your cousin or aunt does not count, love. I think the truth is that most whites elite and otherwise really dont know much about the world if you pledged delta, and you did not like what it stood for, would you create a new sororityduh NATIONAL FENTY LEAGUE: Rihanna Rocks Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show With An Unexpected 'Special Guest' - SHE'S PREGNANT! Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated was founded 108 years ago on the campus of Howard University. Obama Gets Cranky About Alpha Kappa Alpha. This is a very great honor for cum laude Princeton University graduate and the Lady Esquire from Harvard Law School to receive. But I couldnt keep from saying anything today. These are just comments we have to obviously make while on the job at a fast past. I love it when Deltas are jealous. 150 out of 200,000. Let me ask you another question, if you went to Howard, Spelman, Yale or Harvard.. what Sorority would you plegge? by Christi Parsons A comparison I wouldnt wish on anyone As we now know, Jackie Kennedy was long suffering while her husband ran around with Marilyn Monroe and many others. Shorty Lo- You're college educated, right? Those of you are hating, remember Deltas, your founders were AKAs. The Alpha Kappa Alpha Educational Advancement Foundation, a multi-million-dollar entity that annually awards more than $100,000 in scholarships, grants, and fellowships was established in 1980. Pearlflection, my soror does know her history, the problem is that YOU don't. And I doubt an exception to that policy The City of Chicago subsequently named the . By Rolling Out. I wonder Most AKAs that I know are not like you two. Usually, once a member gets inducted into a sorority, they are unable to join any other. DST was incorporated in 1930..Not 1913..tsk tsk tsk..Do you know your history?????? i remember the good feeling in our country when JFK and jackie had two small children in the white houseand i look forward to the obamas and their girls sharing eight great years at 1600 pennsylvania avenue. AKA has a history of activism including world-wide human rights. commands. "ChinaDoll ofthe Platters". 22 women decided that AKA was not for them and they started their own group. I agree with the last two posts and the whole idea of certain groups forgetting their ideals and making opportunist moves. The event ended as the women held hands and sang the sororitys 100-year-old hymn accompanied by a full orchestra and choir. WAAAAAAAAAAKKKKKKKEEEEEEEE UPPPPPPPPP!!!!!! The Caucus on Monday suspended its campaign. All 4 sororities have honorary members (women who are prominant in the community, the nation and the world but who may not be accessible to be invited -AKA- or to try to become members by submission-DST and maybe others). ANGIE WARD: I made pretty good grades in college despite the fact that i also partied a little too much. Oooo-ooop! The Atlanta lawyer said she switched on her . We were Founded and Incorporated, as a sorority in the same year, 1913. Some things never change.. and whoever that is that wants to forward Essence articlesI have some articles of my own on a certain sorority that was referred to as an organized gang by the police investigating their activities that led to arrests, criminal charges and sorority expulsionslets not play that way.. uum k? [3] List [ edit] She looks let's not loose site of them and remember to build ourselves up and be pround no matter what letters we represent, because half of these agruments are petty. Why should we when we are the first and the best? The evening continued with great fanfare as Mattels Alpha Kappa Alpha Barbie doll was unveiled. Terms of Service. How long before Obamas haters put some kind of negative, elitist spin on THIS? Please, please, please! Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is a SERVICE organization sweetie. delta sucks ! sent to daughter. NO you were not required to know concrete details of Delta Sigma Theta Inc. but it is a part of your history. I also want the readers here to notice where the majority of the hate is coming from. Michelle Obama has accepted an invitation to become an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, ending weeks of speculation on historically black college campuses about which, if any, sorority she would join. if this honor will make her even more proud of her country. You do know what a stereotype is, right? pastor, Harris Chapel United Methodist Church, pastor of Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church in South, first African-American woman to become a bishop; second woman to become a bishop in the, first African-American woman to win an Olympic Gold Medal and first American woman to win a gold medal in track and field during the. The sorority, which also counts Brown University President Ruth J. Simmons among its honorary members, told The New York Times that once Ms. Obama is inducted into the sorority, she cannot join any of the other divine nine, as black sororities and fraternities are often called. Im glad the NYTimes decided to publish this Caucus post; I think this type of news and information is left out of the media far too much Yes AKA's were the first, an actual copy of A-Phi-A but as girls. I get so sick and tired of DST members ragging on AKAsMost of the negative comments on the thread are from DST members. sweetie- it was not a relative. . [Michelle Obama] is the epitome of what the sorority stands for." If Sen. Obama is elected president in November, his wife will be the second first lady inducted into Alpha Kappa. 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[/quote] I never comment on blogs, I usually read them and keep it pushing. And half of the AKA's executive board realized that they needed a change and thus Delta was formed. Why can't evryone be happy about the decision that MRS OBAMA made for HERSELF????? According to Ms., AKA spearheaded the first full-time congressional lobby for minority-group civil rights, the National Non-Partisan Council on Public Affairs between 1938 and 1948. Why is this on the blog? You don't want my AKA, and I don't want your DST..don't entertain that BS that people try to start. Heres The Latest On Single-Again Kanye Wests Harassing Social Media Posts Aimed At Kim K, Lil Tjay & Ice Spice Deny Dating Rumors Despite Lavish $150K Richard Mille Watch Gift, T.J. & Amys Life After Getting Fired From ABC: Luxe Jewelry Shopping Spree For Amy's Birthday, Anchors Reportedly Eyeing NewsNation For Jobs, Babyface Divorce Settlement: Singer Ordered To Pay Ex-Wife $37K/Month, Allegedly Dating German Model, Oh? I could not agree more. I am an AKA because that is the org that I identified with. I am financial in my chapter, but I support every greek org in my area without being a member. Harris's pearl necklace, by Puerto Rican designer Wilfredo Rosado, is a reported signal to Alpha Kappa Alpha, the sorority she pledged at Howard University. Just because we don't broadcast each and every accomplishment doesn't mean we don't have them. SGRho. It is sooo appropriate for Michelle to be an AKA. The organization also added Eleanor Roosevelt to their roster for her civil rights and humanitarian efforts assisting the Black community. Membership (honorary or otherwise) in multiple black sororities doesnt exist, Katie. Readmore, Congress approved funding for equipping Syrian rebels against Islamic States and lawmakers will discuss their votes on several of the Sunday shows.Readmore, President Obama vowed to degrade and ultimately destroy ISIS in a speech he gave on Wednesday. The sorority has also endeavored to encourage race consciousness and pride, end lynching, relieve poverty, and aid African children. Senior Vice-President, Business Operations, first African-American and longest-serving mayor of, artistic director of Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Theater, Vice President of Northern Regions Energy Delivery Services, Progress Energy; first woman and first African American to chair the State Board of Community Colleges in North Carolina, president of E. G. Bowman Company, Incorporated, president and CEO/Consultant of International Business Solutions; first woman to lead an assembly plant at, president and CEO of Venture Philanthropy Partners, president of the Fund for Corporate Initiatives; on the board of directors for, first female Chancellor of North Carolina Central University, founder of the Carol H. Williams Advertising Agency, Founder and Executive Director of 5000 Role Models of Excellence, Incorporated, State Senator, District 33, Vice President of licensing and Oracle Corporation; former president, Ameritech Illinois and Ameritech Ohio, first African-American woman to receive a patent for a medical procedure, the Cataract Laserphaco Probe in 1988, advocate for women's health; established health clinics in Washington, D.C. and Mississippi, Computer pioneer who helped calculate the trajectory for the 1969, The first African-American woman to receive a promotion and supervise a group of staff at, first African-American woman federal judge in the, Judge, Civil Court of the City of New York, judge, District Court of Cumberland County, North Carolina. [/quote] Also, go beyond our national website to find it (I must warn you.it's going to take MORE than a WEEKEND for it come together). Membership is extended to female college undergraduate and graduate students. Sasha's famous mom did not join a sorority when she was an undergraduate at Princeton University in the '80s. The same method has been used to be accepted into schools and into the workforce in the past. Also I question you as a woman of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. Well everyone can't go that way sooooooo. tHE PERSON WHO WROTE THAT IS CLEARLY INCREDIBLY STUPID. [Michelle Obama] is the epitome of what the sorority stands for." If Sen. Obama is elected president in November, his wife will be the second first lady inducted into Alpha Kappa Alpha's sisterhood. Think wire-rimmed glasses = Alpha. I see my comment was taken downthat was classy, Natasha. If you are congratulating just say that! Michelle Obama is sometimes compared to Jackie Kennedy, but she may now have something in common with another first lady, Eleanor Roosevelt. Also, compared to other D9 organizations, 150 honorary members is a lot. -white woman. But obviously, I'M TICKLED PINK! civil rights activist; first African-American woman to work at a white newspaper, award-winning author, celebrity journalist, former beauty queen, actress, model, producer, social activist and philanthropist, scholar, author, professor of African American Cultural Studies, Law, and Bioethics, writer; granddaughter of Ethel Hedgeman Lyle, principal dancer, River City Ballet Company; founder and Artistic Director, Ballet on Wheels, core dancer, Lindy Hop All-star Dancers; winner of 2004 American Lindy Hop Championships Open Showcase division; winner of 2003 New York Lindy Hop Open Champions Routine division, producer, Five Sisters Production Company, Mrs. United States 2007; Mrs. Michigan America 2010; Mrs. Michigan International 2005; Mrs. Michigan Galaxy 2006, Mrs. District of Columbia America 2009; Mrs. Maryland United States 2005, Miss Black Delaware 1996; University Dean, first African-American woman invited to sing at the White House, R&B singer and songwriter; lead background vocalist for, one of two African-American hosts for the, Emmy Award-winning investigative reporter, education activist, trained Rosa Parks during workshops at Highlander Folk School School, civil rights advocate and social reformer, first African-American woman to head the Urban League in Washington, D.C.; personal confidante to first lady Eleanor Roosevelt. However, McKinzie noted that she had received negative backlash from some questioning the relevance of an AKA Barbie doll in todays society. Vice President of Employment and Diversity, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. founder of the Smith-Robertson Museum and Cultural Center, founder of DuSable Museum of African American History in, first African book publisher in the United Kingdom; writer and broadcaster; inducted into the, global marketing director, personal care division, Avon, first African-American woman to form a commercial, president of the National Association of Black Journalists; Managing Editor and primary anchor at, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for, founder of Westside Preparatory School in, taught in New York City schools for 28 years. MySpace !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs"); Let me start by saying Congrats to The ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha for seeing the greatness that Mrs. Obama represents. Mrs. Obama is such an example of a strong, intelligent, and beautiful woman, and it is an honor and privilege for any organization to have her become a part of it. Listed below are notable Alpha Kappa Alpha women such as the founders and international presidents, and members who are involved in the fields of arts and entertainment, business, civil rights, education, health, law, politics, science, literature and sports. Report an Issue | We are down to business and surround ourselves with community service individuals with goals and grades. DAMN! 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