Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Council: UGC

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. began as a vision of nine college students on the campus of Howard University in 1908. It is the oldest Greek-lettered organization established by African-American college- educated women. The sorority has grown into a union of over 250,000 college-trained women who are bound by a powerful mystique, a real moving factor in the lives of students in more than 400 institutions of higher learning; it is one of the most solvent corporations in the world today. Its membership is comprised of distinguished women who boast excellent academic records, proven leadership skills, and are involved in the global community through advocacy and service. AKA has dedicated itself to improving the quality of life for citizens worldwide and promoting peace.