Alpha Kappa Alpha

Introduction I am a member of a Kappa Alpha Theta at Chapman University, and have recently considered running for a position. With the new slate of officers changing, positions were opening up once again and surprised as I was many of my peers encouraged me to run for a position. Due to studying abroad I couldn’t, however I am still debating whether or not to in the future. However, I am concerned that taking a position will affect my relationship with my peers. Personally I am very reserved around the members with positions and feel like they have so much authority over me. Even one of my best friends, who is the new CEO, I feel awkward around because she now has power over me as a member. To better understand if this feeling is mutual…

since the 1400 but did not become prevalent in black fraternities and sororities until Alpha Phi Alpha was founded in 1906 and Alpha Kappa Alpha in 1908. Then later on when the rest of the divine nine was founded. “ Kimbrough, Walter M. "Adults Influence Violent Hazing at Black Fraternities, Says HBCU President." BET.com. 18 Mar. 2014. Web. 13 May 2016. “ The things the pledges did to become a part of these organization were unbelievable. The minimum hazing antics were learning poems and…

Sisterhood is a bond we share for eternal life. Iota Lambda makes it their responsibility to manage risk amongst members and provide a safe environment for all members. There are many stereotypes placed on Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated as well as other Greeks when it comes to hazing, safety, and security. Despite external views we are first and foremost a non-hazing sorority and in no way wish to belittle or humiliate any of our sisters. Our Sorority places emphasis on what a…

My interest for potentially becoming a part of the Psi Theta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is based on the personal and professional development of its members and the social change that results in equality. I view Psi Theta Omega Chapter as a huge advocate for the metropolitan Orlando area when it comes to the community service and its involvement of its educational growth of its young ladies. These are a major focus that has sparked my interest in understanding what this…

In the year 1908, the first African descent, Greek sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., was founded on the campus of Howard University on five main objectives that are all still upheld 110 years later. The first premise being to advocate and elevate educational and moral ideals. The second, to unify all college women by establishing a sisterhood. The third, to examine and alleviate all females of any problems that have impeded their growth and elevation in society. The fourth, to promote…

There's So Many The University Of Toledo has many different student organizations to choose from. The organizations vary in types such as Academics , Special Interest , and also Greek. Their were so many to choose that I couldn't narrow it down to one so I decided to gain knowledge on Toledo Black Student Union, Alpha Kappa Alpha , and also UT Cross and Track Club. The first organization that stood out the most to was the UT Cross and Track Club. This organization gives the students , and also…

As many of you probably haven’t heard of the Divine Nine which consist of 9 different African American fraternities and sorority organizations which has been a pivotal part of African American history and culture since the early 20th century. Which are the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Phi Beta Sorority, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity. In the early 1900s, African…

This bond that the soldiers formed helped them to survive, and helped the men of Alpha Company to cope with the war after they returned to the United States. "The bond that men form with each other in the heat of battle is incomprehensible to those who have not experienced warfare for themselves...You make close friends. You become part of a tribe and you share the same blood - you give it together, you take it together." (O'Brien, 192) This bond of friendship helps the men of Alpha…

Please explain why you are applying to become a member of Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity. I’m applying to Alpha Kappa Psi because I share similar values to this business fraternity. Like the three pillars it stands for, I believe that becoming more polished in the professional world is crucial to succeeding, brotherhood is an important and rewarding support system, and philanthropy is something every community should partake in. It’s motivating to have a brotherhood full of people who have…

Going into the Alpha Kappa Psi Career Day, I was not seeking an internship. This was my first Alpha Kappa Psi Career Day, and I was going to gain information for what I should do for next year to receive an internship, to have more confidence at next year’s Career Day, and for my BIS 101WI class. I had learned many things by attending this Career Day that I will not need to worry about for the next Career Day. My Career Fair Reflection Paper Overview The Alpha Kappa Psi Career Day was…