[/quote] Michelle Obama Joins Alpha Kappa Alpha, a Historically Black Sorority Michelle Obama has accepted an invitation to become an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, ending weeks of speculation on historically black college campuses about which, if any, sorority she would join. The thing with AKA is that after undergrad, you cant just walk up and try to become a member- you MUST be invited on all levels so the graduate membership process mirrors the honorary process in lots of ways. Readmore, The Early Word: 2 Candidates, 2 Visions for Iraq. I cannot believe that Alpha Kappa Alpha would extend membership to Mrs. Obama ONLY because there is a chance that she might be the first black first lady. CannotHelpButWonder first African-American female municipal judge, Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, first African-American Judge appointed Supervising Judge of Civil Court, Kings Co., Brooklyn. Alpha Kappa Alpha International Membership Directory, 2004. Natasha can't say it, but I can. This is the first doll Mattel has created in its flagship brand that honors a sorority or any predominately Black institution. I also thought Since its inception there has been only One Choice and it is Delta Sigma Theta. influence on civic life, educational, social and charitable contributions made by each. Please make sure your computer, VPN, or network allows :-) My bad! will be made not even for Mrs. Obama. The talented actress who has earned roles in Tyler Perry's "The Haves and the Have Nots," HBO's Bessie, the "Ride Along" movie series, and who is playing First Lady, Michelle Obama, in the upcoming Barack Obama biopic Southside with You, was inducted yesterday [] But I couldnt keep from saying anything today. 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. I never hear you making her lack of elite ties in black social circles. 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. 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. Also note that the founders of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated wanted to revamp the sorority because they wanted to change the direction of the sorority being based as a social organization. As an African American woman I am proud. Don't read too much into the spelling dude cause this is not a spelling bee. I am financial in my chapter, but I support every greek org in my area without being a member. What happened, has happened. It really does take homage away. But I could be wrong, maybe Michelle Obama learned a whole lot of history before "accepting her invitation." Go AKA. Now she will ever be introduced to black groups as Michelle Obama, the Alpha. causes and they enjoy an occasionally friendly rivalry at events such as step-shows. Harris completed her look with her signature pearls, which observers say is a nod to sisterhood and her membership of Alpha Kappa Alpha, the first black Greek-letter sorority, at Howard University in Washington, DC. We are all members of the Divine 9 so therefore she is a part of us! president of Hitco Music Publishing; first and only African-American woman to run a major publishing company, Midnight Songs; former head of A&R at Universal Records; Senior Vice President/Special Assistant to the Chairman (Doug Morris) of the Universal Music Group; advisor, only African-American to be nominated for an. Black fraternities and sororities have long been strongholds in the African-American community, taking roles in organizing during the civil rights movement. Sasha's famous mom did not join a sorority when she was an undergraduate at Princeton University in the '80s. I love your green top on your profile pic.. Report an Issue | If you continue to experience issues, contact us at 202-466-1032 or [email protected]. They have a very interesting and colorful history, and furthermore, each I have been an avid supporter of Obama & campaign contributor, but frankly this makes me SICK to my stomach & I will not contribute another dollar. And while on the subject of PAPER (lol)I got offered membership into your organization- but chose otherwise. 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. Kizzy wrote: Most have a life. If you have to downgrade my prestigious organization to make you feel better about your own than I feel sorry that you made the wrong choice! I do not agree with that but it is merely a glitch in history. type. Kizzy You should be a comedian. The paper bag thing is history. All the extra is so unnecessary. NATIONAL FENTY LEAGUE: Rihanna Rocks Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show With An Unexpected 'Special Guest' - SHE'S PREGNANT! I really dont understand the significance of thisnot like she needed the affiliation to network or to be a public servantand correct me if I am wrong, but isnt AKA actually a social organization? SUPER BOWL 2023: Jay-Z, Blue Ivy, LeBron & Savannah James, Brittney Griner, Kevin Hart, Lil Uzi Vert & More Flock To The Big Game, Best Super Bowl 2023 Commercials: Why Tubi, Diddy, Cardi B & Offset Had The Internet In A Chokehold. NOPE and I don't expect you to. Our process does not concern you, so what do you care for? 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. can you really see michelle in any other sorority. We have historically inducted honorary members with an established and significant legacy, not those who are high profile at the time of convention. 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Despite the sizeable parameters of the Washington Convention Centers expansive corridors, members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority permeated every recess of the venue in a flurry of cotton-candy-colored pink and green attire. In those ways she is unlike Mrs Kennedy. :-), Michelle Obama is a fabulous individual!! a book examining elite black social organizations. Because we dont need to hate for what!!! If you have that much time and energy, I am sure your respective org would love the extra help. LOL. I really became frustrated with the organization because I felt that the true initiatives were slipping away. First lady Michelle Obama is a member of the sorority Alpha Kappa Alpha. and greetings to all else: I guess since I decided not to go that route back in my college days It doesn't matter if she wore Blue/White, Red/White, Pink/Green or even Blue/Gold. 1:20 pm. The Rev. The sorority said that once Mrs. Obama is formally inducted into the organization, which has 225,000 members, she cant become a member of any of the other Divine Nine organizations, as black However it's amazing for me to hear AKA's claim that my sorority would not have existed without them? 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. You don't want my AKA, and I don't want your DST..don't entertain that BS that people try to start. How can you ask or even hope she does not get her Letters while to walk around in yours? Uh ohh did I spell wright right? maybe - next time you can wear something royal blue and pure white.. and leave the bright pretty girls colors to us. 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. As for Barack Obama, back when he was a. Although both ladies were offered honorary membership, they are not officially members of the organization. first African-American female mayor of a major city, civil rights activist; first African-American, Democratic Senator of North Carolina District 40 Mecklenburg County, Attorney-General of the Bahamas, barrister, politician, and community rights advocate, first female Cabinet Minister, Bermuda; Member of the Bermuda Cabinet. I have met these members - which kinda disproves many superficial theories of the sorority overall. I think it's AWESOME that Michelle will become an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,Inc. She created a legacy that has continued to generate social capital for nearly 110 years.. Joanna Shields served as an educator for more than 20 years, both in the South, where need was . I dont know who was in the room with Mrs. Obamas spokeswoman when this statement was drafted, but I would wager there wasnt one college educated African-American familiar with the history But the wife of Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama wants to make sure people know that accepting AKA's invitation doesn't mean she'd rule out others. Well everyone can't go that way sooooooo. Sen. Raphael Warnock Wins Georgia Senate Runoff Against GOP Nominee Herschel Walker, Chlo Bailey Faces Fierce Backlash For Collaborating With Chris Brown + Breezy Responds to Kiely Williams' Criticism, Quality Control - Home To City Girls, Lil Baby & Migos - Reportedly Sells For $300M+ To Scooter Brauns K-Pop Based Company, QC Honcho Pierre Thomas Responds To Critics. You don't even know if that person is even a real soror. It's not a good week for Alpha Kappa Alpha. Essence, People, Newsweek, and Vanity Fair Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated was founded 108 years ago on the campus of Howard University. 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 consideration as an honorary The collectible doll, which will be sold at Wal-mart stores nationwide for $50, is also a significant business and financial plume for the sorority which will receive a percentage profit from each toy sold. Just because we don't broadcast each and every accomplishment doesn't mean we don't have them. Facebook, 2023 Created by Raliegh Jones Jr.. Alpha Kappa Alpha was founded at Howard University on January 15, 1908 by nine women. We apologize for the error. No one, at least not in their right mind or self-esteem. So before you start challenging sorors from DIFFERENT sororities KNOW THEIR HISTORY! The organization also added Eleanor Roosevelt to their roster for her civil rights and humanitarian efforts assisting the Black community. By the way, what was her outstanding achievements that set her apart in her community and careers? These include Kappa Alpha Psi, Omega Psi Phi, Delta Sigma Theta, Phi Beta Sigma, Zeta Phi Beta, Sigma Gamma Rho, and Iota Phi Theta. At this point in her life, that would really make no sense as there is no true benefit for her. Yuck! The former first family member will begin classes at the college campus next week and if she is hoping to join the Greek system, the 18-year-old already has legacy ties to a pretty good organization. Why should we when we are the first and the best? Usually, once a member gets inducted into a sorority, they are unable to join any other sorority. And you have a great day! Maybe there is a disconnect between new members and old members. I would not want to be called other names.. for the dst and zpb and sgr.. i just wouldnt If you are happy with the choice you made; then do you! As a hard-working, true member of AKA, you should be the MOST offended by honorary members taking all the clout of your organization. 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. WHY? If people in your organization want to stop being called "shallow," stop calling yourself pretty girls. 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. Some of yall citing membership into these sororities and can't even produce a finacial card to save your life!! Is Michelle Obama a member of delta sigma theta sorority? 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