Alpha
Kappa Alpha Sorority
History
Alpha
Kappa Alpha Sorority was founded on the campus of Howard
University in Washington, DC in 1908 and is the oldest
Greek-letter organization established by African American
college-trained women. This small group of women, being
only one generation removed from slavery, were determined
that their college experiences should be as meaningful
and productive as possible. Alpha Kappa Alpha was founded
to apply that determination.
Alpha
Kappa Alpha's purpose is to cultivate and encourage high
scholastic and ethical standards; promote unity and
friendship among college women; help alleviate problems concerning
girls and women; maintain a progressive interest in college
life; and to provide service to all mankind.
Founded:
January 15th 1908
Incorporated: January 29th 1913
Motto: “By Culture and By Merit”
Official Colors: Salmon Pink and Apple Green
Official Symbol: Ivy leaf
Official Flower: Pink Tea Rose
Nickname: AKA
The Heart of ESP: An Extraordinary Service Program
2006-2010 Program
Inspired by a dedicated investment of human capital and a bold commitment to the principles of basic human rights, we shall devote our talent and resources to this cause. Awareness, advocacy and action are the primary vehicles for the worldwide delivery of our service initiatives. We invite you to join us on this journey and accept this great mission: Global Leadership through Timeless Service.
Signature Program Initiatives
I. Emerging Young Leaders (EYL) Initiatives
II. Health Initiatives
A. Asthma Prevention and Management Initiative
B. Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability
III. Global Poverty
IV. Economic Security Initiative
V. Social Justice and Human Rights Initiative
VI. Internal Leadership Training for External Service Initiative
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more information visit: http://aka1908.com/
Sigma Xi Chapter
The
Sigma Xi chapter of Charleston Southern University was
founded on December 28th 2003.
Sigma
Xi Chapter Officers:
President: Chelseaa Harrell
Vice president: Kimaya Brown
Recording Secretary: La’Kendra Sheppard
Corresponding Secretary: Carmen Blakney
Treasurer: Teshia Boykin
Parliamentarian: Kimber Gist
Chaplain: La’Kendra Sheppard
Official Hostess: Carrie Douglas and Teshia Boykin
