Founders and History of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

These flashcards cover the history, founders, purpose, and lineage associated with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Founders of Alpha Kappa Alpha

Ethel Hedgeman Lyle, Beulah Elizabeth Burke, Anna Easter Brown, Lillie Burke, Lavinia Norman, Lucy Diggs Slowe, Marjorie Hill, Margaret Flagg Holmes, Marie Woolfolk Taylor, Carrie E. Snowden, Harriet Josephine Terry, Alice P. Murray, Norma Elizabeth Boyd, Joanna Berry Shields, Ethel Jones Mowbray, Sarah Meriweather Nutter, Nellie Mae Quander, Nellie Pratt Russell, Minnie Beatrice Smith.

Founding Date

January 15, 1908.

Incorporation Date

January 29, 1913.

Purpose of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

To cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women, maintain a progressive interest in college life, and be of service to all mankind.

Lineage Spring 2025

50 A.R.D.E.N.T. - Aspiration of Relentless Dedication Embodying a Newfound Tenacity.

Lineage Spring 2024

50 M.U.S.E. - Mosaics Undauntely Sculpting Elegance.

Lineage Spring 2022

75 R.E.N.O.W.N. - Rich Epitomes of Notable Opulence and Wondrous Novelty.

Lineage Spring 2020

51 V.A.N.I.T.Y. - Visions of Acclaim Navigating Influential and Transcendent Years.

Lineage Spring 2018

49 P.H.E.N.O.M. - Prestigious Heiresses Exuding a New Order of Majesty.

Lineage Spring 2016

50 A.L.L.U.R.E. - Adorned Luminescent Legends Unifying Radiant Excellence.

Lineage Spring 2014

48 P.R.I.M.A.C.Y. - Paragons of Resilient Inspiration Magnifying a Cultivated Yearning.

Lineage Spring 2013

50 R.E.I.G.N. - Renascent Emeralds Invoking Grandeur and Nobility.

Lineage Spring 2010

62 V.A.L.I.A.N.T. - Virtues Ascending to a Legacy Inheriting Another Noble Triumph.

Lineage Spring 2009

63 P.R.O.D.I.G.Y. - Pristine Reflections of Optimum Devotion Inheriting the Grace of Yore.

Lineage Spring 2007

92 R.E.F.I.N.E.D. - Rare Emeralds Flawlessly Illuminating Necessary Elegance and Distinction.

Greetings of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Formal greetings are extended to various fraternities and sororities as a sign of respect and acknowledgment of heritage.

Legacy Acknowledgment

Recognition of the contributions of earlier classes, including a formal thank you for their inspiration, grace, and dedication over the years.