History of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is the oldest Greek-Lettered Organization established in America by Black College Women. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. was founded on Wednesday January 15, 1908 on the campus of Howard University in Washington DC. The idea for its formation was conceived by Ethel Hedgemen Lyle. She viewed the sorority as an instrument for enriching the social and intellectual aspects of college life by providing mental stimulation through interaction with friends and associates. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. was founded on the principles of sisterhood, scholarship, and service to all humankind.
The Sorority was incorporated on January 29, 1913 and has gradually branched out and become the channel through which selected college trained women improved social and economic conditions in their city, state, nation, and the world. Today, that tradition has continued--internationally, nationally, and locally.
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