Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority Incorporated is the first Greek-lettered sorority established and incorporated by African American college women. The sorority was founded on January 15, 1908, at Howard University in Washington, D.C., by a group of nine students, led by Ethel Hedgeman Lyle. Forming a sorority broke barriers for African American women in areas where little power or authority existed due to a lack of opportunities for minorities and women in the early twentieth century.                                                                                                                                                                    

After the organization's establishment over a century ago, Alpha Kappa Alpha has helped to improve social and economic conditions through community service programs. Members have improved education through independent initiatives, contributed to community-building by creating programs and associations, such as the Mississippi Health Clinic, and influenced federal legislation by Congressional lobbying through the National Non-Partisan Lobby on Civil and Democratic Rights. The sorority works with communities through service initiatives and progressive programs relating to education, family, health, and business.

 

The Outstanding Omicron Beta City Chapter    

                                                                                                                                                  

For over two decades the Omicron Beta City Chapter has dedicated itself to the credo of the national organization- "to provide service to all mankind"- by sporing tutoring programs at local schools, giving college scholarships to area students, providing food and clothing to needy families, an in numerous community service activities. Omicron Beta City Chapter was chartered on May 31st, 1986 to encompass the leadership from members from the Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Rochester, St. John Fisher College and Nazareth College.  Our Annual Programs Consist Of:  

AKAwareness Week:

In the fall, programs are held that are geared towards the physical upkeep of students on campus. In addition this week also focuses on health factors affecting minority students.

AKA Week:

This week entails events that touch both the social and the intellectual aspects of college life. Is is presented during winter. 

Think Pink Week:

Held in the spring, Think Pink Week focuses on the achievements and contributions made by women and men. Think Pink Week culminates with the presentation of Mr. Pink Panther Scholarship Pageant, which allows men to demonstrate their talents and attributes. The reigning Mr. Pink Panther works with the membership on community service projects and programs on campus.

 

Contact Us

National Website: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Local Chapter: Outstanding Omicron Beta City Chapter

Chapter President: Yenory Garcia