I think people peldge delta, because they are not prissy, more masc By Samantha Henig. Since its inception there has been only One Choice and it is Delta Sigma Theta. See I came on this site to big you ladies of AKA upbut after reading this mess- I see SOME of you are still brown-paper-bag-bimbos. Was it not our founders to fought adversity in a predominately white environment to bring about CHANGE?! [/quote] Ms. Obama did not join a sorority while a undergraduate at Princeton, and Alpha Kappa Alpha, which was founded at Howard University in 1908, did not have a chapter on the campus at the time. What then, is wrong with a fraternity or sorrority? Kizzy wrote: 5? Rational people would understand this concept. Now she can feel that she is as much in the upper crust of society as Obama does. They represent the best in their fields and the best in character. That is the image that the members put out of themselves. It is the first Greek sorority established by African-American women. She personifies AKA and many people thought she was a member just on perception a long time before the invitation was issued. "Finer womanhood" indeed! Michelle Obama says she'll be proud to be an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, the black sorority holding its centennial celebrations in DC this week. No one, at least not in their right mind or self-esteem. 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I'm not sayingI'm just saying ;). Honor your founders with respect for one another! 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. No, she is not. I love your green top on your profile pic.. That being said, Im outie FAB FLIX OF THE DAY: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH! and greetings to all else: WHY? And what is wrong with the fraternities or sorrorities? Did she act as Eleanor Roosevelt or did she accept the sorority bid with the exclusivity clause? Sweetheart we'll stop calling ourselves "Pretty Girls" when you and YOUR sorors stop branding the BabyPhat symbol on your bodies. Joey Bada$$ & Serayah's Cozy Photo Fuels Dating Speculations, 'BMF' Actress Hints At Split From Jacob Latimore. We all think each others sorority is better than the other and that is never gonna change. I am confident that there are even better days ahead for Alpha Kappa Alpha. First and foremost, congrats to AKA. we all have a great number of inactive/non-financial sorors. 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? AKA does not build women up- it tears non-members down & claims women who are already successful. I don't belong to any, yet I understand why some join as another social network for fellowship and support in common goals and ideals. The words "your" and "you're" have entirely different meanings, and they are not related. Yuck! The Caucus on Monday suspended its campaign. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., for example, belonged to Alpha Phi Alpha, the oldest historically black fraternity. Shorty Lo- Its wonderful. Point of clarity, AKAs have prominent honorary and initiated members along with DST, ZphiB, and SGRho and dont get me started on the fraternities. These are just comments we have to obviously make while on the job at a fast past. sent to daughter. The country is better off for all of you and your sisters who preceded you, Fenty said to thunderous applause. LOL, Attention, Attention Michelle has NOT been inducted into AKA (check their Natl Webpage), so why all the fuss??? NATIONAL FENTY LEAGUE: Rihanna Rocks Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show With An Unexpected 'Special Guest' - SHE'S PREGNANT! And if she was so successful herein America, why wasnt she proud of her country until very recently. And half of the AKA's executive board realized that they needed a change and thus Delta was formed. Anyway, 1-9-1-3 shout out to my sorors! I have many homegirls that rock the CRIMSON and CREAM beause that is what speaks to their heart. Well this news is very nice! Any GIRL can be pretty, hell look at me- but it takes a FINER WOMAN to rep Z-Phi-B. Before going to college, I knew a lot of lovely AKA members, but when I got on campus, I learned witnessed the image put out by members and I was appalled. I was inspired, said Dorothy Wigglesworth, a Northern Virginia resident who has been a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha for more than 25 years, after the announcement. I must say that these negative comments are rediculous. If you continue to experience issues, contact us at 202-466-1032 or help@chronicle.com. The wife of F.D.R. Im a six-figured exec and no dummies get to where I am- trust. 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. Nevertheless, we Delta's don't pick legacy and we don't play games or think we are too cute. NOPE and I don't expect you to. Who do you even think youre convincing? Ladies and Sistahs we must be better than that. I know that there is a very large powerful A.K.A. I do not agree with that but it is merely a glitch in history. I was thinking about that Hilary thing and she said no because you have to be exclusive. Michelle wants to make sure we know shes an elitist. SKEE WEE. We are all members of the Divine 9 so therefore she is a part of us! To all of you college-bred young women and men, Michelle Obama will choose what she feels best suits her. You are nothing more than angry former sorors. Kizzy Shorty Lo- are u a perp????? a book examining elite black social organizations. The talented actress who has earned roles in Tyler Perry's "The Haves and the Have Nots," HBO's Bessie, the "Ride Along" movie series, and who is playing First Lady, Michelle Obama, in the upcoming Barack Obama biopic Southside with You, was inducted yesterday [] Alpha Kappa Alpha women work HARD in the community just like DST women. How is calling members of Alpha Kappa Alpha "superficial" hating? As a hard-working, true member of AKA, you should be the MOST offended by honorary members taking all the clout of your organization. Mrs Obama I fear will will be felled by her bluntness so that in the future that comparison will seem less applicable. I am a "member" of AKAjust not active anymore. Details have not yet been set. Bitter is something I'm definitely NOT, I love my sorority,as I am sure you love yours. Joanna Mary Berry Shields (July 7, 1884 - February 2, 1965) was one of the seven members of the sophomore class of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, the first sorority founded by African-American women. Your strength is clear, Obama wrote. Michelle Obama accepted an invitation to become an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha in 2008. And P.S. Come on LADIES have more respect for one another (for everyone who is bickering over which is better) don't be so salty. This list of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorors (commonly referred to as AKAs[1]) includes initiated and honorary members of Alpha Kappa Alpha (), the first inter-collegiate Greek-letter sorority established for Black college women. I wont even get on the guys who get on here and bash the sorority. then we are elitist (translation: uppity negro). However, it will forever amaze me the humility the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta represent. MRS. OBAMA AND HER FAMILY IS THE BIZZZNEEESSSS! Those are personal traits, not sorority traits. I think not. Let me ask you another question, if you went to Howard, Spelman, Yale or Harvard.. what Sorority would you plegge? that chose her, AKA, has the reputation for being the prettiest, most elegant (and somewhat studious) women. Just My Opionion Let me start by saying Congrats to The ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha for seeing the greatness that Mrs. Obama represents. It is final and she has accepted. Theres so much charm about this lady the media doesnt know or refuses Among those being inducted tomorrow are Rutgers University basketball coach C. Vivian Stringer and Wangari Muta Maathai, the Kenyan environmental and political activist who is the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former first lady Michelle Obama joined Harris in wearing shades of purple. AKA has long participated in the civil rights movement and has worked for many charitable causes. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Mentoring Program | Michelle Obama School of Technology and the Arts Michelle Obama School of Technology and the Arts News Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Mentoring Program Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Mentoring Program Kristin Foster SEP 03, 2020 Hello SD 163 Families! Web Design by Appnet.com | Sitemap, Phylicia Rashad: All Women are Colored Girls, Health Frontier of Gene Editing to Target Sickle Cell Disease, Haitians Respond to Media Portrayal of Homeland, AKAs Induct Michelle Obama at International Centennial Celebration. MOVER OVER WINTER: SPRING 2023 MOVIES ARE HERE! Wow, after reading these comments I' am a bit shocked at all the negative attacks and hatred things each groups are saying about one another. But congrats to her?! Under NO circumstances would I take the time to research your sorority to attempt to prove your soror wrong or for any other reason for that matter. Most have a life. I could not agree more. As the first . some member of the sorority attempt to change its name, colors and motto! manicure and pedicure i love people calling me pretty girls.. stuck up.. smart girls.. prissy girls There are people with negative attributes in ALL nine BGLOs, so to insinuate that AKA is the only one with undesirables would be such a fabrication. I just feel that you and your soror are trying too hard to be rude to people. first African-American female municipal judge, Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, first African-American Judge appointed Supervising Judge of Civil Court, Kings Co., Brooklyn. Once javascript and access to those URLs are allowed, please refresh this page. But if you didn't intend to get an answer to your question a simple period at the end of your INCORRECT statement would have sufficed. contingent in Washington, D.C. and Chicago, said Lawrence Otis Graham, the author of Our Kind of People:Inside Americas Black Upper Class, I love pink you love crimsonthey are the same color, just different shades. 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. of them has a very entrenched image. She created a legacy that has continued to generate social capital for nearly 110 years.. Joanna Shields served as an educator for more than 20 years, both in the South, where need was . And I doubt an exception to that policy I thought of my Atlanta aunts, partisans of the Alpha Kappa Alpha pink and green, crowing over Obama's acceptance of an honorary membership that same month: "Tell her she made the right choice . As a hard-working, true member of AKA, you should be the MOST offended by honorary members taking all the clout of your organization. Taken from the Washington Post Swamp Blog: 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! shes a lovely, smart, educated woman and mother. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. has the distinction of being the first African-American sorority. It was interesting and informative. Definitely think he should have been an SGRho. If you are congratulating just say that! DAMN! *Sigh* Nevertheless, congrats to AKA and a happy hundred I mean that sincerely. />. of historically black colleges, societies, and organizations. The sorority also bestows honorary membership as its highest honor.[3]. Our process does not concern you, so what do you care for? 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. 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). Preach Soror! The congratulations are just veiled attack attempts. 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. meaning mischievous and perhaps a little reckless. do u know EVERY detail of my org? 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. July 27, 20094:46 PM. The younger members of AKA that I know are insecure and petty (not pretty). Who thinks that? Alpha Kappa Alpha hold the Guinness world record for having the largest-ever silver service sit down dinner at a convention. 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? On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority was founded on January 15, 1908, at Howard University in Washington, D.C., by nine women who were known as The Original Group of 1908, and seven sophomores, who were accepted as honor initiates and are known as The Sophomores of 1910. How can you ask or even hope she does not get her Letters while to walk around in yours? 1:20 pm. Honorary membership is a special honor that is presented to women who have been screened carefully and are seen fit to represent the organization. What does this have to do with the candidates positions on REAL ISSUES facing the country? She didnt even join a sorority when she was in college, obviously or they wouldnt be doing this now. As far as you claiming that we get "nasty", scroll up and really decipher which sorority is being "nasty". I made pretty good grades in college despite the fact that i also partied a little too much. 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. I get so sick and tired of DST members ragging on AKAsMost of the negative comments on the thread are from DST members. Lawmakers and analysts will discuss his strategy on the Sunday shows. The Harvard put her on their list as 58th of 100 most influential women. 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. As far as history is concerned, AKA history is DST history. But I could be wrong, maybe Michelle Obama learned a whole lot of history before "accepting her invitation." She said she looks forward to working with all the sororities, recognizing the unique and lasting [quote comment="140176"][quote comment="139767"]Ms. Obama is a great high profile candidate to claim. 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"); Beyonc Celebrates GRAMMY GOAT Status With Jay-Z, Kelly Rowland, Lizzo & More + Is It a Conspiracy That Beyonc Didn't Win Album Of The Year? Jul 14 | by Natasha 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. : No. That make you look super gay- STOP IT! . Why you're soooo concerned is very strange to me. Facebook Mr. Graham attended Princeton with Mrs. Obama and said there was not a chapter of the organization on the campus then. Michelle Obama is sometimes compared to Jackie Kennedy, but she may now have something in common with another first lady, Eleanor Roosevelt. If you are truly beautiful, you don't need to call yourself "pretty." The latest on President Obama, Congress and other political news from Washington -- and around the nation -- from the staff of The New York Times. [/quote] AKA has a history of activism including world-wide human rights. No member who made the choice for themselves should be jealous. I don't get it. if you pledged delta, and you did not like what it stood for, would you create a new sororityduh I agree with the last two posts and the whole idea of certain groups forgetting their ideals and making opportunist moves. [/quote] What happened, has happened. Yes I will give it to you the ladies of AKA where the first black all female organization. WashingtonPost.com: Most of those women that are claim as doing so much are all honorary members who were successful before. I don't understand where all the hate is coming from. Alpha Kappa Alpha has a membership of more than 200,000 women in over 950 chapters in the United States and several other countries. 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. In our (AKA) case, the invitation is extended carefully and formally and the invited party has the option to accept or decline membership. For example, Im not surprised to learn Jesse Jackson is a Omega, or Q-dog (nickname). Really? Other honorary members of Alpha Kappa Alpha include the poet Maya Angelou, the late Coretta Scott King and former astronaut Mae Jemison. Yet, also ringing in their ears was an earlier proclamation from D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty, who augmented the momentum of the day for Alpha Kappa Alpha members while also creating history in the District. The sorority also bestows honorary membership as its highest honor. That is all[/quote] If every actually did their research before posting pointless and obvious hateful comments, peopl would realize this. Well I must say that the SORORS can't win them all, plus we cant hog the spotlight all the time!! It definitely gives them bragging rights, Mr. Graham said of AKA. The paper bag test was real.. My grandma is an AKA from Howard, and if you look at all the AKA pics from 1970 and 1908.. You did not even see on dark girl. Published in the St. Louis American Newspaper. <---Just so happens to be a damn good looking woman *check* She has good looks and a statuesque figure. "ChinaDoll ofthe Platters". NO you were not required to know concrete details of Delta Sigma Theta Inc. but it is a part of your history. Alpha Kappa Alpha was started in the early 1900's at Howard University and has maintained it's commitment to spreading African-American sisterhood on campus' everywhere. You do know what a stereotype is, right? You're college educated, right? 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She is about to make history as the first AA first-lady and she can do more good by helping ALL sororities DST, ZPB, SGRho, instead of siding with just one. And YOU correct me if I'm wrong but, point of clarification Did you not ask a question in your post? 17.9K SharesShare17.9KTweetShare Actress Tika Sumpter is now a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.! Of course you may never agree about the differences because you are two different organizations. She looks forward to working with all of them to help bring change to their communities., New York Times Caucus Blogs 7/14/08; Chronicle of Higher Education 7/14/08; Ms. Summer 2008. She is the Jacqueline Kennedy of this period right now., According to Alpha Kappa Alpha, the criterion for consideration as an honorary member is that prospects have made outstanding achievements that set them apart in their communities and careers.. 20 AKA pearls who are changing the world. This means she has no official duties or affiliation with that Fraternity, which is basically a College/University Fraternity. became a honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, That is all[/quote] Go Michelle! Membership (honorary or otherwise) in multiple black sororities doesnt exist, Katie. That is a fact. . In fact all twenty two members were members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. A question is a statement followed by a question mark. 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. Oh well.. good for Michelle. I never comment on blogs, I usually read them and keep it pushing. Greek or not greek, we are all black women, we are intelligent, we are strong, and we need to support one another. Membership is extended to female college undergraduate and graduate students. Skeeeee Weeeee to my new soror Michelle Obama and all of my sorors who have posted. 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