I dont understand why the honorary invitation is troubling so many people. <---A financial card carrying, hardworking member of my beloved Alpha Kappa Alpha since I was crossed those sands *check check* I was thinking about that Hilary thing and she said no because you have to be exclusive. Just because we don't broadcast each and every accomplishment doesn't mean we don't have them. Terms of Service. Yes I will give it to you the ladies of AKA where the first black all female organization. I could not agree more. 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. What is all of the fussing about????? "She looks forward to working with all of them to help bring change to their communities." As far as you claiming that we get "nasty", scroll up and really decipher which sorority is being "nasty". Listed below are notable Alpha Kappa Alpha women such as the founders and international presidents, and members who are involved in the fields of arts and entertainment, business, civil rights, education, health, law, politics, science, literature and sports. Her commitment began in 1959, when she was inducted into the Beta Pi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc. while pursuing her undergraduate studies at The Alabama State University. Mrs. for Mr.. We sit down at the bar and I order Mrs.. Please, please, please! That sounds pretty selective to me. Share on Facebook My sorority inducted her because she exemplies all that we stand for high scholastics, high ideals, and service to all mankind!! BADDIE ALERT! That was not a globally shared ides. I already thought she was, honestly, but I am happy to see SHE MADE THE DECISION to accept. OO-OOP!!! [quote comment="140541"]Whats up with all the ridiculousness?? She said she looks forward to working with all the sororities, recognizing the unique and lasting skee wee. then we are elitist (translation: uppity negro). We were Founded and Incorporated, as a sorority in the same year, 1913. She most recetly played the widowed wife of former fictional heavyweight champion Apollo Creed in the latest installment of the Rocky movie franchise, Creed. It is called modesty. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority (AKA) announced at its Centennial Convention this week that Michelle Obama will be inducted as an honorary member. Kizzy It is so sad that people are still having this AKA/Delta debate after 95 years!! What happened, has happened. *** See not one negative comment about any of my D9 sistergreeks***, I am in total shock. This is the first doll Mattel has created in its flagship brand that honors a sorority or any predominately Black institution. of them has a very entrenched image. 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! We have historically inducted honorary members with an established and significant legacy, not those who are high profile at the time of convention. I guess since I decided not to go that route back in my college days if you pledged delta, and you did not like what it stood for, would you create a new sororityduh Ok yeah- when do we get to a point where we tell these "already powerful women" what they can and cannot do? 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. Make up your minds, do you want us to succeed or would Fairly attractive.. not drop dead gourgeous long hair, slim, popular and very very smart which sorority would you pledge????? 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. 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 That should be the end of it. It seems that everyone wants to jump on the bandwagon. I love your green top on your profile pic.. But you werent not the first black all female organization dedicated to change and the empowerment of African Americans as a whole. Phrist Family for the future First Lady Amen. 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. I know that there is a very large powerful A.K.A. AKA was founded at Howard University in 1908 and is an historically black organization. let me ask all you a question! Follow First Draft, a fast-paced political briefing on all things Washington and elections. If you are truly beautiful, you don't need to call yourself "pretty." sororities and fraternities are often called. 10 minutes?? A question is a statement followed by a question mark. influence on civic life, educational, social and charitable contributions made by each. I am financial in my chapter, but I support every greek org in my area without being a member. Is Michelle Obama a member of delta sigma theta sorority? I just feel that you and your soror are trying too hard to be rude to people. 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. But obviously, I'M TICKLED PINK! Go Michelle! A complete sentence must have a subject, predicate, and a verb. "Finer womanhood" indeed! You don't want my AKA, and I don't want your DST..don't entertain that BS that people try to start. 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. If you continue to experience issues, contact us at 202-466-1032 or help@chronicle.com. [quote comment="139688"]Now this is the first time I've ever looked at Michelle with a questionable crooked eye. Cher Spotted Holding Hands With Amber Roses Ex/Sons Father Alexander AE Edwards, Cher Hints At Being 'In Love' On Twitter, Fab Mama-To-Be Rihanna Spotted Shopping For Baby Clothes In Target, Fans Notice Shes Holding A Dress, BOO'D UP OR NAH? Membership is extended to female college undergraduate and graduate students. 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. 1910 ca. She said the doll would teach children that it doesnt matter what the color of your skin is, but your value to society.. 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. As far as taking the time to research, who cares? Greek or not greek, we are all black women, we are intelligent, we are strong, and we need to support one another. Michelle Obama was not in a sorority at Princeton but did become an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha in 2008. Mrs Obama I fear will will be felled by her bluntness so that in the future that comparison will seem less applicable. I made pretty good grades in college despite the fact that i also partied a little too much. Now Michelle Other honorary inductees include Alicia Keys, Coretta Scott King, Cathy Hughes and author Iyanla Vanzant. do u know EVERY detail of my org? 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. *Sigh* Nevertheless, congrats to AKA and a happy hundred I mean that sincerely. Not once did I see a lady of DiSTention stoop to the level of saying hatful remarks about Mrs. Obama becoming a AKA (even though its not official yet). Well I must say that the SORORS can't win them all, plus we cant hog the spotlight all the time!! education and work hard (I thought thats what you are always telling us to do!) <---Tail of a line of 19 *check* People, we've got to do better! member is that prospects have made outstanding achievements that set them apart in their communities and careers.. DAMN! Though the organization said she will not be at the ceremony. 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. Siddity08 wrote: NATIONAL FENTY LEAGUE: Rihanna Rocks Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show With An Unexpected 'Special Guest' - SHE'S PREGNANT! Rounds of whispers inundated the audience of nearly 1,000 people as AKA President Barbara McKinzie read a congratulatory letter from the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, Sen. Barack Obama, in honor of the centennial. <---Just so happens to be a damn good looking woman *check* delta sucks ! Michelle Arrington was on a plane headed to a beach reunion with her Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority sisters Saturday when American history happened. 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. I would urge her to decline the invitation and work with all fraternities and sororities to address problems in our communities. As an African American woman I am proud. [2], Alpha Kappa Alpha has a membership of more than 200,000 women in over 950 chapters in the United States and several other countries. It wasn't until her reign as first lady that she was invited to join the historical divine nine" sorority. -white woman. Barney's makeover has dinosaur experts scratching their heads: 'I don't even know where to start with it', Jena Malone was sexually assaulted by someone she worked with on 'Hunger Games': 'I've worked very hard to heal', Dave Grohl's good deed: Rocker barbecues for hundreds at L.A. homeless shelter, 'There were no filmmakers of color': How Robert Townsend changed the game with self-financed 1987 comedy 'Hollywood Shuffle', Emma Willis 'grateful' to work with dementia specialist after Bruce Willis's FTD diagnosis. 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