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Welcome to the Virtual Home of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Tau Rho Omega Chapter. haters hate hard don't they? AKA was founded at Howard University in 1908 and is an historically black organization. SHE chose to accept the invitation. [Michelle Obama] is the epitome of what the sorority stands Ok yeah- when do we get to a point where we tell these "already powerful women" what they can and cannot do? Thats just the way it is. Instead a letter was read from Barack thanking them for the award, congratulating them for the 100 years of accomplishments and thanking them for inviting Michelle to be an honorary member. Plus, if she REALLY in her HEART OF HEARTS wanted to be an AKA, she would have done so by now- she LITERALLY lives down the street from the AKA headquarters as they are in the same neighborhood!!! Yuck! [quote comment="140176"][quote comment="139767"]Ms. Obama is a great high profile candidate to claim. Select Options. Im just kinda shocked at what I have read. You can count on us to have the apparel and . Greek or not greek, we are all black women, we are intelligent, we are strong, and we need to support one another. The organization also added Eleanor Roosevelt to their roster for her civil rights and humanitarian efforts assisting the Black community. Yet, little did the sisters know that a new member would be introduced to the traditions of service and friendship that have sustained Alpha Kappa Alpha for the past 100 years. I am confident that I have a bachelors degree and TWO (count them) MBAs. However, a spokeswoman for Obama told the New York Times that because of her respect for each of the historically black sororities and fraternities, her membership is non-exclusive. AKA was founded at Howard University in 1908 and is an historically black organization. Alpha Phi Alpha, Kappa Alpha Psi, Omega Psi Phi, & Phi Beta Sigma: Historically Black fraternities do not publish their financial information however the average intake fee is $850 and the average active member dues are $200. There is no reason to bash another orgs. She said the African-American doll, a product that ironically did not exist during Alpha Kappa Alpha's founding in 1908, would help combat the infamous findings of the 1954 and 2005 doll studies . I am an active, financial member of Zeta Phi Beta and one of my fav things about Mrs. Obama was that she was unaffiliated. That is all[/quote] Its wonderful. Demi Rose Puts Bare Booty On Display In Coachella Outfit. The younger members of AKA that I know are insecure and petty (not pretty). each comment to let us know of abusive posts. I know they teach these things in elementary school. That was not a globally shared ides. Can you say the same about your Founding and Incorporation? For example: I quote: "and correct me if I am wrong, but isn't AKA actually a social organization?" How is calling members of Alpha Kappa Alpha "superficial" hating? Sweetheart we'll stop calling ourselves "Pretty Girls" when you and YOUR sorors stop branding the BabyPhat symbol on your bodies. You don't even know if that person is even a real soror. They represent the best in their fields and the best in character. sweetie- it was not a relative. The group, made up of college-educated women, received its official charter March 14, at a socially-distanced ceremony in the area. Agency; and Dr. Wangari Muta Mathaai, who was unable to attend the I think i went over this in the Doctrine under a thread called "Sleep or See" part 2, I been aware of the connection since the 90's, this is nothing new for me, but for those that are not aware. When I was on campus all I ever saw the AKA's do was flip their nose up and try to pick all the cute girls to induct in their Sorority. The evening continued with great fanfare as Mattels Alpha Kappa Apparently, she feels her membership will be "non-exclusive" because of her respect of all the sororities, which may be the reason why she has yet to be inducted. I know for those who pledge are loyal and proud of your soro but there is no need to tear one each other down. So there is nothing proud of being too proud, no matter who you are. Anyway, 1-9-1-3 shout out to my sorors! 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). Sunday night (July 13th), it was announced at the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Boule (National Convention) that Michelle Obama will be inducted as an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. My sources on the scene at the National Convention tell me the ceremony is set to take place this week here in Washington, DC during the Sorority's National Convention festivities. Ms. Obama did not join a sorority while a undergraduate at Princeton, and Alpha Kappa Alpha, which was founded at Howard University in 1908 . However, it will forever amaze me the humility the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta represent. As for Malia , we don't know if she pledged at Harvard. Finally, People reall need to wake up. person will not be tolerated. Cher Spotted Holding Hands With Amber Roses Ex/Sons Father Alexander AE Edwards, Cher Hints At Being 'In Love' On Twitter, Fab Mama-To-Be Rihanna Spotted Shopping For Baby Clothes In Target, Fans Notice Shes Holding A Dress, BOO'D UP OR NAH? "She looks forward to working with all of them to help bring change to their communities." from $23.00. 2 b continued I have worked my beautiful butt off for this organization and our service is superiorno matter how much it is played down by other entities. It is sooo appropriate for Michelle to be an AKA. Luckily for Sasha, AKA has a chapter, Beta Eta, on campus so rush will be a breeze for the new college student. But the wife of Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama wants to make sure people know that accepting AKA's invitation doesn't mean she'd rule out others. I love it when Deltas are jealous. LOL. Taken from the Washington Post Swamp Blog: With those words, a collective gasp unfolded throughout the that is degrading to another person. Has it ever occured to anyone that maybe Mrs. Obama actually wanted to be a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha. As the Institute's reputation and enrollment increased, however . The collectible doll, which will be sold at Wal-mart stores nationwide for $50, is also a significant business and financial plume for the sorority which will receive a percentage profit from each toy sold. PREVIOUS: T.O. Since a Delta was the first black woman to run for president, how cute is it to let the AKA be the wife of the person running for presidentnot the actual candidate. from $45.00. I guess to each her own. We should be happy for her and stop hating. You have permission to edit this article. And P.S. I can, however see her point. <---Tail of a line of 19 *check* Vice President-elect Kamala Harris has never been shy about sharing her love for her alma mater, Howard University, and her sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha, the country's first Black sorority, founded . I get so sick and tired of DST members ragging on AKAsMost of the negative comments on the thread are from DST members. 44th President Barack and First Lady Michelle Obama Fellowship - To inspire future scholars toward engaging their communities and catalyzing social forces to lead global change. I know many wonderful women of ALL orgs, and I know some that ain't worth nothing. significant business and financial plume for the sorority which Alpha Kappa Alpha 14k Greek Letter Ring with Single Diamond $989.00 Alpha Kappa Alpha 14k Greek Letter Ring with Open Shank $849.00 Alpha Kappa Alpha 14k Greek Letter Ring with Diamond "K" $899.00 Alpha Kappa Alpha 14k Greek Letter Ring, Diamonds set in "K" with Open Shank $959.00 Alpha Kappa Alpha 14k All Diamond Pinky Greek Letter . AKA has long participated in the civil rights movement and has worked for many charitable causes. LOL[/quote] I really dont understand the significance of thisnot like she needed the affiliation to network or to be a public servantand correct me if I am wrong, but isnt AKA actually a social organization? The disgruntled woman go ahead and find I have met these members - which kinda disproves many superficial theories of the sorority overall. Congrats welcome to the Phrist Family. Nothing else matters. Before I begin let me state that I am not greek, however I do know something.."REJECTS"? preferred White toys. On Jul 14, 2008 at 9:42 pm | Reply | Quote Also I question you as a woman of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. 1908, would help combat the infamous findings of the 1954 and 2005 If she can get in there and do what she has to do to get the job done, then so be it. created in its flagship brand that honors a sorority or any A question is a statement followed by a question mark. Use the directory to find a chapter using any of the criteria shown below. I made pretty good grades in college despite the fact that i also partied a little too much. I am really proud to be Greek now! I think not. First lady Michelle Obama is a member of the sorority Alpha Kappa Alpha. Your strength is clear, Obama wrote. (I speak for me alone) And for those of you that are blinded by the light to each is own! 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? She said the African-American doll, a product that Now runteldat! People, we've got to do better! I am amazed at the sheer numbers of haters in this world. Excellence in Education . Share on Facebook Select options. If you are happy with the choice you made; then do you! I am a "member" of AKAjust not active anymore. I wont even get on the guys who get on here and bash the sorority. SKEE WEE. AKA Skee Wee Cards $ 15.00. That is all[/quote] That is all[/quote] They will say anything to soothe their bruised egos. I am confident that there are even better days ahead for Alpha Kappa Alpha. Oooo-ooop! tHE PERSON WHO WROTE THAT IS CLEARLY INCREDIBLY STUPID. For starters, the group's national president, Barbara McKinzie . Skip to content Michelle Obama School of Technology and the Arts . Sen. Raphael Warnock Wins Georgia Senate Runoff Against GOP Nominee Herschel Walker, MUSIC MAYHEM: SZA Taps Doja Cat For 'Kill Bill (Remix)' + Ciara, Lola Brooke & Lady London Turn Up For Da Girls (Remix) + New Music From Shenseea & K. 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This means she has no official duties or affiliation with that Fraternity, which is basically a College/University Fraternity. Michelle Obama is sometimes compared to Jackie Kennedy, but she may now have something in common with another first lady, Eleanor Roosevelt. I personally think it is good of her to even extend a hand to help other Greeks. I was thinking about that Hilary thing and she said no because you have to be exclusive. We thank you for selecting Michelle as an honorary member.. Why would Deltas be jealous? From calling other sorors "not pretty enough", to attempting to make other sororities feel inferior and calling others "perps"you ladies have covered every form of nastiness. Jonathan Majors Presents Text Messages From Woman Denying Assault Accusations, But Will It Help? For each greek woman on this thread, we each had the same choice that Mrs Obama has, and for whatever reason we selected the org that was best for us. In fact all twenty two members were members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. Freemasonry and Fraternities Part 2 pages 1-44. http://chronicle.com/blogs/election/2254/michelle-obama-joins-alpha http://www.scribd.com/doc/14209009/Freemasonry-and-Fraternities-Part-2. She said the African-American doll, a product that ironically did not exist during Alpha Kappa Alphas founding in 1908, would help combat the infamous findings of the 1954 and 2005 doll studies which concluded that many African-American youngsters preferred White toys. Alpha Kappa Alpha Business Card Holder. ceremonial induction. flurry of cotton-candy-colored pink and green attire. If you are truly beautiful, you don't need to call yourself "pretty." Share with Us. To all of you college-bred young women and men, With those words, a collective gasp unfolded throughout the throng as members stood and clapped, danced in the aisles and pointed their pinky fingers skyward. 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The truth is, is that all organizations who participate in honorary membership routinely evaluate new members, AKA is no different. The younger members of AKA that I know are insecure and petty (not pretty). They I also want the readers here to notice where the majority of the hate is coming from. Was it not our founders to fought adversity in a predominately white environment to bring about CHANGE?! It is an honorary membership because when she attended Princeton, there was no chapter of the sorority there. Well this news is very nice! The congratulations are just veiled attack attempts. H. Williams, CEO and president of the Carol H. Williams Advertising A question is a statement followed by a question mark. Alpha Kappa Alpha Chrome Cut Out Car Emblem. Thank you Michelle! Also initiated this year was Dr. Zoanne Clack, a physician and Rosa Parks, Coretta Scott King, etc. To all of you with the negative comments Hi Hater, Hi Hater! PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. delta sucks ! Be Proactive. For example: I quote: "and correct me if I am wrong, but isn't AKA actually a social organization?" However, McKinzie noted that she had received negative backlash Alpha Kappa Alpha women work HARD in the community just like DST women. Alpha Kappa Alpha Shoe Laces. Ladies and Sistahs we must be better than that. real women wear 10 pearls and 2 rubies Hughley & He Responds, Ye To Appear On 'The Kardashians', Kanye Follows Pete On IG, Gets Payback, Kim K Unfollows Ye + Kid Cudi Receives Supportive Message From Ye Amid Their Drama, IM SORRY - NOT! Alpha Kappa Alpha Blue Jean Rhinestone Hat. Welcome to the official website of Lambda Tau Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated .I am honored to serve as the 21st president of this chapter which is comprised of women committed to ACTIVATING solutions that support and strengthen our communities, while fostering our bonds of sisterhood. Come on LADIES have more respect for one another (for everyone who is bickering over which is better) don't be so salty. At the time, Michelles representative made it clear the first ladys acceptance was non-exclusive. A complete sentence must have a subject, predicate, and a verb. Sasha Obama will have an easy in to one of University of Michigans most prosperous sororities if she chooses to rush. Report an Issue | Honor your founders with respect for one another! Let us know what's going on! By Samantha Henig. Select Options. 150 out of 200,000. dst.. Voter suppression is any attempt to make it harder for us to make our voices heard and continues to be a real challenge today especially for Black and Brown voters, and young people. You have been following in "our" footsteps for 95 years and all you have to say is more of the same. with the sororitys insignias, cemented the bond between what was a represent the best in their fields and the best in character. by Whitney Vasquez Posted on August 29, 2019 at 1:46 pm. In 1908, nine Black women enrolled at Howard University made one decision that would change the course of history. Today, to recognize their best students, many private postsecondary schools, institutes, colleges and universities join Alpha Beta Kappa. To those that are not members but are still congratulating her, thank you. Alpha Kappa Alpha 3 Greek Letter Embroidered Hoodie. If we are following in your footsteps, why weren't you marching down Pennsylvaina Avenue during the Women's Suffrage March in 1913? Please check your browser settings or contact your system administrator. I am financial in my chapter, but I support every greek org in my area without being a member. $35.00. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Since January 1993, our chapter has rendered service to Carrollton, Lewisville, Farmers Branch, Coppell, Irving and surrounding communities. Just a couple of years ago, Halle Berry turned down Delta Sigma Theta's offer for membership. Irritated, Please explain why you are so upset? Welcome to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Theta Omega Omega Chapter's website. by Christi Parsons <---Just so happens to be a damn good looking woman *check* As an African American woman I am proud. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is a SERVICE organization sweetie. :-) My bad! As for Barack Obama, back when he was a senator, he was made an honorary . Michelle Obama accepted an invitation to become an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha in 2008. Please, please, please! This Giving Tuesday Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Epsilon Pi Omega Chapter is united with The Pearls and Ivy Foundation of Queens, Inc., along with other community conscience organizations on programs that benefit, inform and uplift our community of Queens, NY. from second year college students to seniors in wheelchairs adorned 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. This is the first doll Mattel has created in its flagship brand that honors a sorority or any predominately Black institution. Go Michelle. Go AKA. Every organization has honorary members including fraternities. NO you were not required to know concrete details of Delta Sigma Theta Inc. but it is a part of your history. We have historically inducted honorary members with an established and significant legacy, not those who are high profile at the time of convention. I can never be a part of anything snobbish who think everyone hates on them. You do know the the BabyPhat symbol is trademarked right? PEOPLE!!!! Why would you a woman who is supposed to be a lady (and this goes for the other women who bicker about which organization is better) who represents a great organization like yours portray yourself in this manner? $15.00. Don't knowingly lie about anyone Be imperfectly you. The evening continued with great fanfare as Mattels Alpha Kappa Alpha Barbie doll was unveiled. medical consultant for the TV show Greys Anatomy; Or shit, I would've rather seen her an honorary Delta. GOT THAT MONEY SHOT 5.0: A LOOK AT OUR FAVORITE YBF CELEBS HIT THEM ANGLES! />. WHILE YOU ARE GREEN WITH ENVY!!! There would be no reason for me to check what you and your sorors say about your history unless I was trying to be petty and childish. Im a six-figured exec and no dummies get to where I am- trust. She most recetly played the widowed wife of former fictional heavyweight champion Apollo Creed in the latest installment of the Rocky movie franchise, Creed. Third, to put it in perspective there are over 200,000 ladies who have taken the of of membership of AKA, there are less than 150 honorary members in a 100 year history of the sorority. Not only is Harris the first female, African-American and Indian-American U.S. vice president, both Myers and Harris are members of Alpha Kappa Alpha, the oldest African American sorority in the . All of our orgs have inactive, letter wearing members so what's new?! The event ended as the women held hands and sang the sororitys 100-year-old hymn accompanied by a full orchestra and choir.

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