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When was Alpha Kappa Alpha founded?
When was Alpha Kappa Alpha founded?
January 15, 1908
Who was the founding creator of Alpha Kappa Alpha?
Who was the founding creator of Alpha Kappa Alpha?
Ethel Hedgeman
At what university was the sorority founded?
At what university was the sorority founded?
Howard University in Washington, DC
In what year was AKA incorporated?
In what year was AKA incorporated?
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How many members were in the core group at Howard University?
How many members were in the core group at Howard University?
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Who are the core founders of AKA incorporated?
Who are the core founders of AKA incorporated?
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How many members received an invitation for membership without initiation?
How many members received an invitation for membership without initiation?
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What classification constituted the initial core group of founding members?
What classification constituted the initial core group of founding members?
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Which founder was the 1st treasurer of Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha?
Which founder was the 1st treasurer of Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha?
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Who was the chartering president of Chi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha in Rocky Mount, N.C.?
Who was the chartering president of Chi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha in Rocky Mount, N.C.?
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Who was known especially for her annual Negro History Week exhibit that received national attention?
Who was known especially for her annual Negro History Week exhibit that received national attention?
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Which founder was credited with having created the name, motto, and colors of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority?
Which founder was credited with having created the name, motto, and colors of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority?
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Who charted the first 3 undergraduate chapters of the sorority that were established after incorporation?
Who charted the first 3 undergraduate chapters of the sorority that were established after incorporation?
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Who was the 1st Black to earn a M.A. in Home Economics?
Who was the 1st Black to earn a M.A. in Home Economics?
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Who was Lillie E. Burke's sister?
Who was Lillie E. Burke's sister?
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She is credited with having helped with the creation of the Alpha Kappa Alpha motto and was a charter member of Xi Omega Chapter (1st graduate chapter of the District of Columbia)?
She is credited with having helped with the creation of the Alpha Kappa Alpha motto and was a charter member of Xi Omega Chapter (1st graduate chapter of the District of Columbia)?
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Two sisters that subsequently enrolled in Howard's College of Liberal Arts at the same time?
Two sisters that subsequently enrolled in Howard's College of Liberal Arts at the same time?
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Who was the 1st Ivy Beyond the Wall?
Who was the 1st Ivy Beyond the Wall?
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Ivy Beyond the Wall means?
Ivy Beyond the Wall means?
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Who helped write Alpha Kappa Alpha's first constitution of bylaws?
Who helped write Alpha Kappa Alpha's first constitution of bylaws?
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It is through her recorded recollections about the personalities of the other original founders that the character sketches of those pioneering young women now exist for future generations of members.
It is through her recorded recollections about the personalities of the other original founders that the character sketches of those pioneering young women now exist for future generations of members.
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She was received by the Pope in 1931
She was received by the Pope in 1931
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The visionary and principal founder of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority.
The visionary and principal founder of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority.
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She founded the nation's first Black sorority.
She founded the nation's first Black sorority.
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She served as national treasurer for 23 years, was a charter member and president of Omega Omega Chapter in Philadelphia and was the only member ever to be named Honorary Supreme Basileus (International President)
She served as national treasurer for 23 years, was a charter member and president of Omega Omega Chapter in Philadelphia and was the only member ever to be named Honorary Supreme Basileus (International President)
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A member of Alpha Kappa Alpha's first Constitution and Bylaws committee and was the presiding officer at the first Ivy Day ceremony.
A member of Alpha Kappa Alpha's first Constitution and Bylaws committee and was the presiding officer at the first Ivy Day ceremony.
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What is the Ivy Day ceremony?
What is the Ivy Day ceremony?
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Who was the last survivor of the original nine founders when she passed away at the age of 100?
Who was the last survivor of the original nine founders when she passed away at the age of 100?
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Who was known to be the 'dreamer', a 'visionary' an AKA?
Who was known to be the 'dreamer', a 'visionary' an AKA?
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The first president of Alpha Kappa Alpha and held the position of chairman on both the constitution and bylaws and nominating committees?
The first president of Alpha Kappa Alpha and held the position of chairman on both the constitution and bylaws and nominating committees?
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Her notable achievements included being the first Black female college dean (Howard), the first Black member of the National Association of Women Deans, Administrators & Counselors and winning the 1917 American Tennis Association national tournament in Baltimore, the first African-American woman to do so.
Her notable achievements included being the first Black female college dean (Howard), the first Black member of the National Association of Women Deans, Administrators & Counselors and winning the 1917 American Tennis Association national tournament in Baltimore, the first African-American woman to do so.
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Who selected by Ethel Hedgeman to help her make the case for a sorority to the Howard administration in the fall of 1907?
Who selected by Ethel Hedgeman to help her make the case for a sorority to the Howard administration in the fall of 1907?
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Who was the first secretary, was a member of the first Constitution and Bylaws committee, she extended invitations to the Howard sophomores who were eventually added to the founding group. She became the chartering president of Kappa Omega Chapter in Atlanta?
Who was the first secretary, was a member of the first Constitution and Bylaws committee, she extended invitations to the Howard sophomores who were eventually added to the founding group. She became the chartering president of Kappa Omega Chapter in Atlanta?
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Who was a lyric soprano with the HU choir?
Who was a lyric soprano with the HU choir?
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With the exception of ______________________, the original group of nine women was comprised of college seniors.
With the exception of ______________________, the original group of nine women was comprised of college seniors.
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To ensure the ___________________ of the organization, seven Class of 1910 honor students who had expressed interest were invited to join without initiation.
To ensure the ___________________ of the organization, seven Class of 1910 honor students who had expressed interest were invited to join without initiation.
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Who were the 7 sophomores that were part of the founding members?
Who were the 7 sophomores that were part of the founding members?
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A distant relative of co-founder Lavinia Norman, was known for her dignity, poise, and grace and served as custodian of Alpha Chapter's records during the fall of 1909.
A distant relative of co-founder Lavinia Norman, was known for her dignity, poise, and grace and served as custodian of Alpha Chapter's records during the fall of 1909.
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Who secured help from the Rosenwald Fund?
Who secured help from the Rosenwald Fund?
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An incorporator of Alpha Kappa Alpha and director of its National Non-Partisan Council (NPC) on Public Affairs, the nation's first full-time minority lobby.
An incorporator of Alpha Kappa Alpha and director of its National Non-Partisan Council (NPC) on Public Affairs, the nation's first full-time minority lobby.
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She served as Alpha Kappa Alpha's first national corresponding secretary, as president of Xi Omega Chapter in Washington, D.C. and as a North Atlantic Regional Director.
She served as Alpha Kappa Alpha's first national corresponding secretary, as president of Xi Omega Chapter in Washington, D.C. and as a North Atlantic Regional Director.
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The First Epistoleus on the first Directorate.
The First Epistoleus on the first Directorate.
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Last surviving founding member of Alpha Kappa Alpha.
Last surviving founding member of Alpha Kappa Alpha.
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Became the president of Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority in the last semester of her senior year in 1910.
Became the president of Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority in the last semester of her senior year in 1910.
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When the sorority's existence was threatened in 1912, she worked with incorporator Nellie Quander to take measures to ensure its survival.
When the sorority's existence was threatened in 1912, she worked with incorporator Nellie Quander to take measures to ensure its survival.
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Installed as vice president of the first board of directors (directorate).
Installed as vice president of the first board of directors (directorate).
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A lover of culinary arts, notable caterer?
A lover of culinary arts, notable caterer?
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Delivered the oration at the May 1909 Ivy Day Celebration.
Delivered the oration at the May 1909 Ivy Day Celebration.
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Who's mom was inducted as an honorary member in 1913?
Who's mom was inducted as an honorary member in 1913?
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Became an integral part of the literary and social activities sponsored by the group that benefitted the members and the public.
Became an integral part of the literary and social activities sponsored by the group that benefitted the members and the public.
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A gifted writer, noted for her poetry, prose, and cultural commentary.
A gifted writer, noted for her poetry, prose, and cultural commentary.
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One of those who took on the mantle of leadership as six of the original nine founders graduated that May.
One of those who took on the mantle of leadership as six of the original nine founders graduated that May.
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The first of the sophomores to assume the role of president in the sorority.
The first of the sophomores to assume the role of president in the sorority.
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A skilled songwriter who composed a hymn for the sorority's first induction ceremony in 1909 that was adopted as Alpha Kappa Alpha's national initiation hymn.
A skilled songwriter who composed a hymn for the sorority's first induction ceremony in 1909 that was adopted as Alpha Kappa Alpha's national initiation hymn.
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What was penned by member J. Marjory Jackson and approved as the official sorority hymn in 1941?
What was penned by member J. Marjory Jackson and approved as the official sorority hymn in 1941?
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Worked for a time for the Bureau of Engraving and Printing during World War I.
Worked for a time for the Bureau of Engraving and Printing during World War I.
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Formed a committee whose mission was to seek and acquire incorporation.
Formed a committee whose mission was to seek and acquire incorporation.
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What are the 5 Program Targets?
What are the 5 Program Targets?
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What is the Target that will promote and market historically black colleges and universities and encourage students to attend HBCUs as a sustainability measure?
What is the Target that will promote and market historically black colleges and universities and encourage students to attend HBCUs as a sustainability measure?
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What is the Signature Program established through the HBCU for Life: A Call to Action?
What is the Signature Program established through the HBCU for Life: A Call to Action?
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What work will be done through the Signature Program CAP?
What work will be done through the Signature Program CAP?
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What is CAP?
What is CAP?
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Through CAP, AKA will...
Through CAP, AKA will...
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Target 2 is...
Target 2 is...
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Women's Healthcare and Wellness target focuses on...
Women's Healthcare and Wellness target focuses on...
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What are the 4 focus areas for Women's Healthcare and Wellness?
What are the 4 focus areas for Women's Healthcare and Wellness?
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Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention of the 2nd Target will focus...
Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention of the 2nd Target will focus...
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Alpha Kappa Alpha will own a digital AKA Mobile Breast Cancer Screening Unit that will travel to various locations and provide mammogram screening.
Alpha Kappa Alpha will own a digital AKA Mobile Breast Cancer Screening Unit that will travel to various locations and provide mammogram screening.
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Heart Health of the 2nd Target will focus on...
Heart Health of the 2nd Target will focus on...
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Care for the Caregivers of the 2nd Target will focus on...
Care for the Caregivers of the 2nd Target will focus on...
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Target # 3 is...
Target # 3 is...
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Building Your Economic Legacy will...
Building Your Economic Legacy will...
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What are the 4 focus areas of Building your Economic Legacy?
What are the 4 focus areas of Building your Economic Legacy?
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Financial Freedom Legacy Workshops will be conducted in partnership with local certified financial planners who will share information on saving, investing, and retirement planning. Chapters will train community residents on ways to perform financial assessments to achieve their financial goals. This is a part of what Target and which focus area in that Target?
Financial Freedom Legacy Workshops will be conducted in partnership with local certified financial planners who will share information on saving, investing, and retirement planning. Chapters will train community residents on ways to perform financial assessments to achieve their financial goals. This is a part of what Target and which focus area in that Target?
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Credit Repair and Monitoring of the 3rd Target will focus on...
Credit Repair and Monitoring of the 3rd Target will focus on...
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Study Notes
Alpha Kappa Alpha Founding and Founders
- Founded on January 15, 1908, at Howard University, Washington, DC.
- Ethel Hedgeman is the founding creator of the sorority.
- Core group consisted of 9 members, including the founding mothers and 7 sophomores invited for membership without initiation.
- Incorporated in 1913 to ensure continuity of the organization.
Core Founders of Alpha Kappa Alpha
- Founding members: Anna Easter Brown, Beulah Burke, Lillie Burke, Marjorie Hill, Margaret Flagg Holmes, Ethel Hedgeman (Lyle), Lavinia Norman, Lucy Diggs Slowe, Marie Woolfolk (Taylor).
- Anna Easter Brown served as the first treasurer and was influential in the establishment of various chapters.
- Beulah Elizabeth Burke created the sorority's name, motto, and colors and established the first three undergraduate chapters post-incorporation.
- Lucy Diggs Slowe became the first president and the first Black female college dean at Howard.
Other Notable Founders and Contributions
- Lillie E. Burke assisted with the sorority's motto and served as a charter member of Xi Omega Chapter.
- Margaret Flagg Holmes documented the founders' contributions and served as a presiding officer at the first Ivy Day ceremony.
- Marie Woolfolk (Taylor) served as the first secretary and was a notable member of the founding constitution committee.
Ivy Beyond the Wall
- Marjorie Hill was the first recipient of the Ivy Beyond the Wall title, signifying a deceased member.
- The term represents honor for deceased members of Alpha Kappa Alpha.
Signature Programs and Initiatives
- Five Program Targets: HBCU for Life, Women's Healthcare and Wellness, Building Your Economic Legacy, The Arts!, and Global Impact.
- Signature Program, CAP (College Admissions Process), aims to assist students with college application processes including scholarships and ACT/SAT preparation.
Women's Healthcare and Wellness Focus Areas
- Focuses on raising awareness of health issues affecting African-American women, emphasizing breast cancer, heart health, nutrition, and caregiver wellness.
- Includes a digital Mobile Breast Cancer Screening Unit to provide screening services.
Building Your Economic Legacy
- Emphasizes financial planning, asset accumulation, and wealth-building strategies such as savings, investments, and credit repair.
- Credit Repair and Monitoring focuses on improving credit scores and protecting against identity theft.
Historical Context
- Joanna Mary Berry-Shields played an essential role by securing funding and preserving chapter records.
- Norma Elizabeth Boyd served as the first national corresponding secretary and was an advocate for the sorority at various organizational levels.
- Ethel Jones made significant contributions by taking leadership roles and advocating for the sorority’s sustenance during challenging times.
Cultural and Educational Contributions
- Many founders engaged in significant cultural, educational, and social activities, contributing to the literary and artistic enrichment of the community.
- Harriet Josephine Terry composed the official sorority hymn, which reflects the cultural heritage and commitment of Alpha Kappa Alpha members.
Legacy and Continuity
- Founders demonstrated leadership alongside academic and community service, setting a precedent for future generations of Alpha Kappa Alpha members.
- The organization continually focuses on uplifting the community through educational, health, and economic initiatives that provide resources and support for African American women and families.
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