The younger members of AKA that I know are insecure and petty (not pretty). EXCLUSIVE Bel-Air Season 2: Simone Joy Jones & Jordan Jones On Writers' Mind-Reading Abilities: Sometimes Its A Little Too Close, WEEKEND FOOLERY: Ye Blasts Kim K Over North Again & Pete Davidson Savagely CLAPS BACK + Kanye Threatens D.L. THE 2023 NAACP IMAGE AWARDS BROUGHT ALL OF BLACK HOLLYWOOD OUT! [3] List [ edit] Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is a SERVICE organization sweetie. CORRECTION: A previous version of this article listed Michelle Obama and Toni Braxton as members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. To all of you college-bred young women and men, contingent in Washington, D.C. and Chicago, said Lawrence Otis Graham, the author of Our Kind of People:Inside Americas Black Upper Class, But obviously, I'M TICKLED PINK! AKA is not a fraternity or secret society. or protocol(s) of historically black Greek-lettered organizations present. 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! 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. 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. meaning mischievous and perhaps a little reckless. That being said, Im outie We all have pride in our orgs and think we made the best choice..DST is the best choice for u..AKA is the best for me. As far as you claiming that we get "nasty", scroll up and really decipher which sorority is being "nasty". Our process does not concern you, so what do you care for? The younger members of AKA that I know are insecure and petty (not pretty). Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority (AKA) announced at its Centennial Convention this week that Michelle Obama will be inducted as an honorary member. 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. Nevertheless, NO, an AKA cannot tell another AKA because I am a Zeta and I have been mistaken many times, including by my AKA mentor at work when we first met. Will someone please tell Michelle Obama that membership in AKA is exclusive. Who do you even think youre convincing? It is no reason to be upset, or irritated. I can never be a part of anything snobbish who think everyone hates on them. It doesn't matter if she wore Blue/White, Red/White, Pink/Green or even Blue/Gold. All organizations share that distinction. 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. And what is wrong with the fraternities or sorrorities? Is that not the purpose of sisterhood? a book examining elite black social organizations. Once Obama is formally inducted, she technically can not become a member of any of the other black sororities or fraternities, known as the Divine Nine. And YOU correct me if I'm wrong but, point of clarification Did you not ask a question in your post? So before you start challenging sorors from DIFFERENT sororities KNOW THEIR HISTORY! Essence, People, Newsweek, and Vanity Fair was offered an honorary membership, which would be quite rude to turn down so according to angry whites here that makes her an elitist because she went to college. 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. DST was incorporated in 1930..Not 1913..tsk tsk tsk..Do you know your history?????? EXCLUSIVE Bel-Air Season 2: Coco Jones Opens Up About Finding Her Second Family On Set, While Jabari Banks Gets Real About Becoming The New Fresh Prince! Michelle Obama was not in a sorority at Princeton but did become an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha in 2008. If people in your organization want to stop being called "shallow," stop calling yourself pretty girls. Uh ohh did I spell wright right? I can, however see her point. I would not want to be called other names.. for the dst and zpb and sgr.. i just wouldnt And our president is a member of the secret society Skull and Bones, where initiation involved humiliation and picture-taking in front of others, to ensure compliance with society I am an active financial member and I take great offense in the comments that paint us as merely shallow and social. As an African American woman I am proud. All members of the D9 have them. Nellie Quander believing that these traditions were essential to the long term success of the organization contacts every active member and wins almost 100% support! We all think each others sorority is better than the other and that is never gonna change. Of she is an Alpha Kappa Alpha. member is that prospects have made outstanding achievements that set them apart in their communities and careers.. real women wear 10 pearls and 2 rubies She would be foolish to limit herself to just the AKAs. So I know I cannot change how Greek women interact but can we please at least pretend to have some couth, if this was before, 1970, Michelle Obama would of never been an AKA. She has good looks and a statuesque figure. True, my Founders were members of your sorority however, they had a desire to Change and Change is what they did, thus Delta Sigma Theta was born. SGRho. I am confident that there are even better days ahead for Alpha Kappa Alpha. Good Job AKA! Jesse Jackson is a member of Omega Psi Phi. As the Institute's reputation and enrollment increased, however . If the college freshman wants to be her own person and join a different sorority, she has the ability to do so too. <---Tail of a line of 19 *check* Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated - Beta Iota Omega Chapter 58th Cotillion . It is the first Greek sorority established by African-American women. We apologize for the error. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. My sorority inducted her because she exemplies all that we stand for high scholastics, high ideals, and service to all mankind!! I never comment on blogs, I usually read them and keep it pushing. I think the truth is that most whites elite and otherwise really dont know much about the world As the first . Mr. Graham attended Princeton with Mrs. Obama and said there was not a chapter of the organization on the campus then. The wife of F.D.R. When MIT was founded in 1861, most students lived locally and commuted from home. 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. We should be happy for her and stop hating. Founded at Howard University in 1908, Alpha Kappa Alpha is the oldest Greek-lettered organization established by African-American college-educated women and the first sorority of any type at MIT. Michelle Obama being inducted as an honorary aka is small beans compared to the numbers of college educated folks that don't know the proper usage of the words "to," "too," and "two" (Mister A-Phi-A I'm talking to you here). I guess since I decided not to go that route back in my college days Go Michelle. Taken from the Washington Post Swamp Blog: src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=2501894830055909&ev=PageView&noscript=1" Share on Facebook I wont even get on the guys who get on here and bash the sorority. To all of you with the negative comments Hi Hater, Hi Hater! Wowand now I realized why I decided NOT to go that routeSWEETIE. Furthermore, we NEVER ask for members- your cousin or aunt does not count, love. Correction: she will not be inducted Tuesday with the other honoraries due to scheduling but has accepted Michelle Obama is an 'honorary member' only. If all my sorors are conceited, stuck up, and our only claim to fame is being pretty,then why do you care? What is your problem? PREVIOUS: T.O. Why is this on the blog? The disgruntled woman go ahead and find 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. Or shit, I would've rather seen her an honorary Delta. [/quote] [/quote] The Alpha Kappa Alpha Educational Advancement Foundation, a multi-million-dollar entity that annually awards more than $100,000 in scholarships, grants, and fellowships was established in 1980. But I could be wrong, maybe Michelle Obama learned a whole lot of history before "accepting her invitation." You don't want my AKA, and I don't want your DST..don't entertain that BS that people try to start. 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. And our organization who continues to beat adversity after being unfairly dubbed the "underdogs"? No one goes from Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. to Zeta. Lawmakers will weigh in on Mr. Obamas comments on the Sunday shows. DAMN! A question is a statement followed by a question mark. Since you're soooo interested in DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY INCORPORATED here's lesson number 1: OUR sorority WAS INCORPORATED in 1913 and this incorporation was redefined in 1930. It is really sad that someone would suggest that this was done for the centennial- She could have simply declined if that is what she wanted to do. Greek or not greek, we are all black women, we are intelligent, we are strong, and we need to support one another. Im glad the NYTimes decided to publish this Caucus post; I think this type of news and information is left out of the media far too much However, McKinzie noted that she had received negative backlash from some questioning the relevance of an AKA Barbie doll in todays society. But I couldnt keep from saying anything today. Michelle wants to make sure we know shes an elitist. Congratulations AKA - What a year. But congrats to her?! Harris's pearl necklace, by Puerto Rican designer Wilfredo Rosado, is a reported signal to Alpha Kappa Alpha, the sorority she pledged at Howard University. You do know what a stereotype is, right? Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. has the distinction of being the first African-American sorority. manicure and pedicure i love people calling me pretty girls.. stuck up.. smart girls.. prissy girls commands. As for Barack Obama, back when he was a. Please go live your life with your second choice of DST and be happyif you can. because if I recall correctly, Jackies husband, John F., had been a US Navy war hero, and had served 13 years in the US House of Representatives and US Senate before running for president. Well everyone can't go that way sooooooo. 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 while on the subject of PAPER (lol)I got offered membership into your organization- but chose otherwise. Please, please, please! founding pastor of the Palmetto Missionary Baptist Church, District Superintendent, Northeast District, United Methodist Church. I love pink you love crimsonthey are the same color, just different shades. Just a couple of years ago, Halle Berry turned down Delta Sigma Theta's offer for membership. [Michelle Obama] is the epitome of what the sorority stands for.. Now that she has been selected by Alpha Kappa Alpha, I know that Michele Obama must be an outstanding American woman because,"According to Alpha Kappa Alpha, the criterion for. For the Greeks who are hoping that Michelle Obama decline AKA- I must say you are a fake. Mrs Obama I fear will will be felled by her bluntness so that in the future that comparison will seem less applicable. Joining different organizations is often seen as an indicator of personality Michelle Obama will choose what she feels best suits her. let me ask all you a question! And I doubt an exception to that policy Before you post comments in open forums, learn to spell simple words and compose simple sentences. No member who made the choice for themselves should be jealous. Most black families in the 60's and 70's come from the ghetto, lets not act like we don't know. Though the organization said she will not be at the ceremony. You say these mean spirited things because she selected AKA- and I think your attitude toward her is pretty weak. 20 AKA pearls who are changing the world. That is all[/quote] Most of those women that are claim as doing so much are all honorary members who were successful before. She looks I don't have bad words to say, just that I hope the true mission of service continues to be at the forefront of everyone's minds and agendas. For example: I quote: "and correct me if I am wrong, but isn't AKA actually a social organization?" To all of you college-bred young women and men, SKEEE-WEEE Mrs. Obama Also I question you as a woman of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. The organization also added Eleanor Roosevelt to their roster for her civil rights and humanitarian efforts assisting the Black community. Mr. Graham said the fact that Mrs. Obama hadnt been a member of a sorority before underscored Lets squash this once and for all! I just feel that you and your soror are trying too hard to be rude to people. [quote comment="139844"]Why would Ms. Obama - join a sorority (DST) Look how Delta was founded! 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. She didnt even join a sorority when she was in college, obviously or they wouldnt be doing this now. I love politico doublespeak, LOL. 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. If you continue to experience issues, contact us at 202-466-1032 or help@chronicle.com. LOL[/quote] Actually.in 1913 AKA was there marching along with DST for Women's Sufferage..Look at it this way.All 4 sororities want the same thingwe just have different ways of achieving it. Readmore, Congress approved funding for equipping Syrian rebels against Islamic States and lawmakers will discuss their votes on several of the Sunday shows.Readmore, President Obama vowed to degrade and ultimately destroy ISIS in a speech he gave on Wednesday. This is a listing of notable alumni and honorary members of Alpha Phi Omega, an international service fraternity.The list includes members of the fraternity who have become well known or who have attained high ranking positions in their particular career field, such as government and politics, academia, science and technology, sports, or business. Posted July 15, 2008 9:33 AM Now that Ive got the blog comment wimpy, wanna-be spin out of the way, can we finally have an honest conversation? It was interesting and informative. That is the image that the members put out of themselves. Plus being an AKA does not mean she cannot support other orgs. We are filled with pride to have five outstanding women of such great stature join our great society, said McKinzie. She is truly a todays elegant woman with her tall, slender, Kennedy-eque statute, coiffed hair, pop culture attitude, and a lady of couture. "She looks forward to working with all of them to help bring change to their communities." Pearlflection, my soror does know her history, the problem is that YOU don't. I personally think it is good of her to even extend a hand to help other Greeks. This is a big deal in African American social circles. & Ne-Yo Get "Fun & Fearless", NEXT: MJB & Kelly Rowland Go To Dinner+Celebs Do VH-1 Rock Honors, EXCLUSIVE Bel-Air Season 2: Showrunner Carla Banks-Waddles & Director Morgan Cooper On Crafting Characters and Powerful Themes That Resonate. As far as history is concerned, AKA history is DST history. MLK, being an Alpha doesnt surprise me either, they are known as very serious, studious, and successful. ANGIE WARD: haters hate hard don't they? If Sen. Obama is elected president in November, his wife will be the second first lady inducted into Alpha Kappa Alphas sisterhood. I quote: `` and correct me if I am confident that there are better. Put OUT of themselves or irritated fact that Mrs. Obama and said there was not a. 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