Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated

Otis Collier — Fri, 04 Mar 2005 18:48:00 -0500

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA) is the first Greek letter organization in the United States established by Black college women. Established January 15, 1908 at Howard University, the organization has now grown to a membership of over 170,000, with graduate and undergraduate chapters representing every state and several foreign countries.

According to the official web site, "Alpha Kappa Alpha is a sisterhood composed of women who have consciously chosen this affiliation as a means of self-fulfillment through volunteer service. Alpha Kappa Alpha cultivates and encourages high scholastic and ethical standards; promotes unity and friendship among college women; alleviates problems concerning girls and women; maintains a progressive interest in college life; and serves all mankind..."

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. - Quick Facts
Founded:	January 15, 1908 at Howard University, Washington, DC. Incorporated as a perpetual body in 1913
Official Colors:	Salmon pink and apple green
Official Symbol:	Ivy Leaf
Official Web Site:	www.aka1908.com
National Headquarters:	Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 5656 South Stony Island Avenue Chicago, IL 60637

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated