Therefore since I answered your question, the appropriate reply would have been to say is THANK YOU. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former first lady Michelle Obama joined Harris in wearing shades of purple. ANGIE WARD: They at least seem to be about business. You do know the the BabyPhat symbol is trademarked right? To single yourself out as so arrogant is lame. Michelle Obama hearts AKA but On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. We are filled with pride to have five outstanding women of such great stature join our great society, said McKinzie. Who thinks that? I love your green top on your profile pic.. we all have a great number of inactive/non-financial sorors. All the extra is so unnecessary. Joanna Mary Berry Shields (July 7, 1884 - February 2, 1965) was one of the seven members of the sophomore class of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, the first sorority founded by African-American women. I know many wonderful women of ALL orgs, and I know some that ain't worth nothing. Other honorary inductees include Alicia Keys, Coretta Scott King, Cathy Hughes and author Iyanla Vanzant. I just wished it were not like that and more about community service like the Delta's. First and foremost, congrats to AKA. 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. In fact all twenty two members were members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. She said the doll would teach children that it doesnt matter what the color of your skin is, but your value to society.. Not once did I see a lady of DiSTention stoop to the level of saying hatful remarks about Mrs. Obama becoming a AKA (even though its not official yet). OO-OOP!!! if you pledged delta, and you did not like what it stood for, would you create a new sororityduh Shorty Lo- Ladies and Sistahs we must be better than that. sent to daughter. LOL, Attention, Attention Michelle has NOT been inducted into AKA (check their Natl Webpage), so why all the fuss??? Facebook You do know what a stereotype is, right? Harris's pearl necklace, by Puerto Rican designer Wilfredo Rosado, is a reported signal to Alpha Kappa Alpha, the sorority she pledged at Howard University. Why dont you do yourself a favor and talk We are unable to fully display the content of this page. Miss ANN She personifies AKA and many people thought she was a member just on perception a long time before the invitation was issued. It wasn't until her reign as first lady that she was invited to join the historical divine nine" sorority. Im glad the NYTimes decided to publish this Caucus post; I think this type of news and information is left out of the media far too much [3] List [ edit] Congratulations to AKA and M. Obamawhatever works for you. As the first . Irritated, Please explain why you are so upset? By the way, what was her outstanding achievements that set her apart in her community and careers? I think it's AWESOME that Michelle will become an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,Inc. But you werent not the first black all female organization dedicated to change and the empowerment of African Americans as a whole. Now she will ever be introduced to black groups as Michelle Obama, the Alpha. By the way, the sorority Jealousy comes from wanting what someone else has. 5? From calling other sorors "not pretty enough", to attempting to make other sororities feel inferior and calling others "perps"you ladies have covered every form of nastiness. Before you post comments in open forums, learn to spell simple words and compose simple sentences. civil rights activist; first African-American woman to work at a white newspaper, award-winning author, celebrity journalist, former beauty queen, actress, model, producer, social activist and philanthropist, scholar, author, professor of African American Cultural Studies, Law, and Bioethics, writer; granddaughter of Ethel Hedgeman Lyle, principal dancer, River City Ballet Company; founder and Artistic Director, Ballet on Wheels, core dancer, Lindy Hop All-star Dancers; winner of 2004 American Lindy Hop Championships Open Showcase division; winner of 2003 New York Lindy Hop Open Champions Routine division, producer, Five Sisters Production Company, Mrs. United States 2007; Mrs. Michigan America 2010; Mrs. Michigan International 2005; Mrs. Michigan Galaxy 2006, Mrs. District of Columbia America 2009; Mrs. Maryland United States 2005, Miss Black Delaware 1996; University Dean, first African-American woman invited to sing at the White House, R&B singer and songwriter; lead background vocalist for, one of two African-American hosts for the, Emmy Award-winning investigative reporter, education activist, trained Rosa Parks during workshops at Highlander Folk School School, civil rights advocate and social reformer, first African-American woman to head the Urban League in Washington, D.C.; personal confidante to first lady Eleanor Roosevelt. If you are happy with the choice you made; then do you! Of course what else is she going to be? It's a shame but it's the reality. Weren't they just "recruiting" Hillary Clinton? As a hard-working, true member of AKA, you should be the MOST offended by honorary members taking all the clout of your organization. All 4 sororities have honorary members (women who are prominant in the community, the nation and the world but who may not be accessible to be invited -AKA- or to try to become members by submission-DST and maybe others). Come on LADIES have more respect for one another (for everyone who is bickering over which is better) don't be so salty. She is about to make history as the first AA first-lady and she can do more good by helping ALL sororities DST, ZPB, SGRho, instead of siding with just one. Most of those women that are claim as doing so much are all honorary members who were successful before. Vice President of Employment and Diversity, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. founder of the Smith-Robertson Museum and Cultural Center, founder of DuSable Museum of African American History in, first African book publisher in the United Kingdom; writer and broadcaster; inducted into the, global marketing director, personal care division, Avon, first African-American woman to form a commercial, president of the National Association of Black Journalists; Managing Editor and primary anchor at, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for, founder of Westside Preparatory School in, taught in New York City schools for 28 years. 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 As far as taking the time to research, who cares? />. Of she is an Alpha Kappa Alpha. AKA was founded at Howard University in 1908 and is an historically black organization. Since its inception there has been only One Choice and it is Delta Sigma Theta. We should be happy for her and stop hating. I personally think it is good of her to even extend a hand to help other Greeks. Share on Facebook 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! So before you start challenging sorors from DIFFERENT sororities KNOW THEIR HISTORY! Readmore, Lawmakers will weigh in on President Obamas international coalition to fight Islamist militants.Readmore, President Obama drew criticism on Thursday when he said, we dont have a strategy yet, for military action against ISIS in Syria. For example: I quote: "and correct me if I am wrong, but isn't AKA actually a social organization?" Conservative shill: This just proves how elitist Michelle is joining an exclusive organization. I also have to make it clear that Soror Sheila Jackson Lee (prominent Clinton supporter) was hard pressing the issue for Hillary Clinton. : No. The event ended as the women held hands and sang the sororitys 100-year-old hymn accompanied by a full orchestra and choir. Furthermore, we NEVER ask for members- your cousin or aunt does not count, love. Make up your mind! Can you say the same about your Founding and Incorporation? All members of the D9 have them. MLK, being an Alpha doesnt surprise me either, they are known as very serious, studious, and successful. that charge against whites just because they went to college. <---Tail of a line of 19 *check* O.k., Mr. Cannont Help But Wonderfirst of all most of us have jobs and have to type really fast. Like any legacy, if Sasha Obama decides to join Alpha Kappa Alpha like her mom, she's in. then we are elitist (translation: uppity negro). I am an active financial member and I take great offense in the comments that paint us as merely shallow and social. You're college educated, right? Beyonc Celebrates GRAMMY GOAT Status With Jay-Z, Kelly Rowland, Lizzo & More + Is It a Conspiracy That Beyonc Didn't Win Album Of The Year? ", My Thirty Years Backstairs at the White House, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf, Sipuel v. Board of Regents of University of Oklahoma, Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, American University Washington College of Law, North Carolina's 12th Congressional District, North Carolina's 1st Congressional District, President of the United Nations General Assembly, "Elmer Lucille Allen: Shibori and Ceramics", "Kristye Addison Dudley: Contemporary Abstract Artist and Designer", "Texas talent and beauty, Phylicia Rashad! Stop this double standard where if blacks actually pull themselves up by their bootstraps and achieve She is the Jacqueline Kennedy of this period right now., According to Alpha Kappa Alpha, the criterion for consideration as an honorary member is that prospects have made outstanding achievements that set them apart in their communities and careers.. [quote comment="139688"]Now this is the first time I've ever looked at Michelle with a questionable crooked eye. The Atlanta lawyer said she switched on her . 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? A number of women in the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA), the nation's oldest African American Greek-lettered sorority, say they plan to help get former Vice President Joe Biden elected . by Christi Parsons founding pastor of the Palmetto Missionary Baptist Church, District Superintendent, Northeast District, United Methodist Church. [Michelle Obama] is the epitome of what the sorority stands for." If Sen. Obama is elected president in November, his wife will be the second first lady inducted into Alpha Kappa Alpha's sisterhood. The country is better off for all of you and your sisters who preceded you, Fenty said to thunderous applause. Yuck! Just be yourself, there are very beautiful people in all the Sororities and around the world. Preach Soror! src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=2501894830055909&ev=PageView&noscript=1" I dont understand why the honorary invitation is troubling so many people. And what is wrong with the fraternities or sorrorities? type. Let me start by saying Congrats to The ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha for seeing the greatness that Mrs. Obama represents. Now Michelle I have many homegirls that rock the CRIMSON and CREAM beause that is what speaks to their heart. More evidence we need to shorten the campaign season. This Just In: Michelle Obama Inducted As An Honorary Member Of AKA! If people in your organization want to stop being called "shallow," stop calling yourself pretty girls. What then, is wrong with a fraternity or sorrority? [/quote] I also want the readers here to notice where the majority of the hate is coming from. In July 2008, she actually accepted an invitation to become an honorary member of ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC., the . Powered by, Badges | DAMN! MRS. OBAMA AND HER FAMILY IS THE BIZZZNEEESSSS! of historically black colleges, societies, and organizations. She is such an ethical elegant woman. Also, compared to other D9 organizations, 150 honorary members is a lot. We should Just congratulate the organization Michelle choose and move on, b/c everything else sounds like hate and we (African American women) already receive enough of that from other races and our own men. The words your and youre have entirely different meanings, and they are not related. I know that there is a very large powerful A.K.A. In my book, she is now officially skee-WEAK. Nellie Quander believing that these traditions were essential to the long term success of the organization contacts every active member and wins almost 100% support! The sorority has also endeavored to encourage race consciousness and pride, end lynching, relieve poverty, and aid African children. Usually, once a member gets inducted into a sorority, they are unable to join any other sorority. By Rolling Out. I wonder if she's checked their history? 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. The congratulations are just veiled attack attempts. So before you start being "no your history patrol woman", please know what YOU'RE talking about! If you look at each orgs national website, their famous members are flashing across the screens (ours is a variety of women from homemakers to execs to chefs to military personnel though so we brag on ALL of our AKAamplished sorors for there are more than MANY- I digress). Now runteldat! Siddity08 wrote: Nevertheless, NO, an AKA cannot tell another AKA because I am a Zeta and I have been mistaken many times, including by my AKA mentor at work when we first met. And you have a great day! 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. 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. Please make sure your computer, VPN, or network allows Pearlflection, my soror does know her history, the problem is that YOU don't. They have a very interesting and colorful history, and furthermore, each Rounds of whispers inundated the audience of nearly 1,000 people as AKA President Barbara McKinzie read a congratulatory letter from the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, Sen. Barack Obama, in honor of the centennial. can you really see michelle in any other sorority. So YES to the ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha thank you for starting something and to the intelligent 22 thank you for finishing what they started out to do. You don't even know if that person is even a real soror. FAB FLIX OF THE DAY: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH! She is truly a todays elegant woman with her tall, slender, Kennedy-eque statute, coiffed hair, pop culture attitude, and a lady of couture. A complete sentence must have a subject, predicate, and a verb. To all of you college-bred young women and men, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority (AKA) announced at its Centennial Convention this week that Michelle Obama will be inducted as an honorary member. There is no reason to bash another orgs. [Michelle Obama] is the epitome of what the sorority stands for.. [Michelle Obama] is the epitome of what the sorority stands for." If Sen. Obama is elected president in November, his wife will be the second first lady inducted into Alpha Kappa. Michelle Obama is an honorary member of the sorority. I don't belong to any, yet I understand why some join as another social network for fellowship and support in common goals and ideals. Maybe there is a disconnect between new members and old members. However it's amazing for me to hear AKA's claim that my sorority would not have existed without them? How is calling members of Alpha Kappa Alpha "superficial" hating? influence on civic life, educational, social and charitable contributions made by each. Just because we don't broadcast each and every accomplishment doesn't mean we don't have them. Does. There would be no reason for me to check what you and your sorors say about your history unless I was trying to be petty and childish. maybe - next time you can wear something royal blue and pure white.. and leave the bright pretty girls colors to us. Oh well.. good for Michelle. Why would you a woman who is supposed to be a lady (and this goes for the other women who bicker about which organization is better) who represents a great organization like yours portray yourself in this manner? Maybe there is a disconnect between new members and old members. For the Greeks who are hoping that Michelle Obama decline AKA- I must say you are a fake. Of course you may never agree about the differences because you are two different organizations. Michelle Obama being inducted as an honorary aka is small beans compared to the numbers of college educated folks that dont know the proper usage of the words to, too, and two (Mister A-Phi-A Im talking to you here). Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is a SERVICE organization sweetie. Joey Bada$$ & Serayah's Cozy Photo Fuels Dating Speculations, 'BMF' Actress Hints At Split From Jacob Latimore. There has been speculation on black college campuses in the past year about whether Mrs. Obama would accept an invitation to such a group. The same method has been used to be accepted into schools and into the workforce in the past. DST was incorporated in 1930..Not 1913..tsk tsk tsk..Do you know your history?????? I am amazed at the sheer numbers of haters in this world. Why you're sooo concerned is a mystery to me. Nevertheless, we Delta's don't pick legacy and we don't play games or think we are too cute. (I speak for me alone) And for those of you that are blinded by the light to each is own! When MIT was founded in 1861, most students lived locally and commuted from home. sweetie- it was not a relative. If she can get in there and do what she has to do to get the job done, then so be it. Or shit, I would've rather seen her an honorary Delta. When I fell in love with AKA, I made a lifetime commitment for MENot for anyone one else on this thread or in my life. Go Michelle. I thought of my Atlanta aunts, partisans of the Alpha Kappa Alpha pink and green, crowing over Obama's acceptance of an honorary membership that same month: "Tell her she made the right choice . 11190000008!! Tweet I think i went over this in the Doctrine under a thread called "Sleep or See" part 2, I been aware of the connection since the 90's, this is nothing new for me, but for those that are not aware. or protocol(s) of historically black Greek-lettered organizations present. Go AKA. I love pink you love crimsonthey are the same color, just different shades. We all have pride in our orgs and think we made the best choice..DST is the best choice for u..AKA is the best for me. Skeeeee Weeeee to my new soror Michelle Obama and all of my sorors who have posted. I get so sick and tired of DST members ragging on AKAsMost of the negative comments on the thread are from DST members. If we are following in your footsteps, why weren't you marching down Pennsylvaina Avenue during the Women's Suffrage March in 1913? 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