will be made not even for Mrs. Obama. If you were confident you would pledge AKA.why.. because you would pledge the sorority that looks like youAKAs always look good.. hair is always done, nails are always done! [/quote] The sorority also bestows honorary membership as its highest honor.[3]. Michelle Arrington was on a plane headed to a beach reunion with her Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority sisters Saturday when American history happened. To all of you with the negative comments Hi Hater, Hi Hater! Your strength is clear, Obama wrote. Anyone that was there in the room when it was announced could not have missed it because the room was in an uproar.initially because folks presumed that Barack himself would be there to accept an award given to him. Wowand now I realized why I decided NOT to go that routeSWEETIE. 28 September 1998. p. 22. The words "your" and "you're" have entirely different meanings, and they are not related. The CNBC Correspondent Will Add A Lot To The GOP Debate", "South Carolina African-American Honoree: Janice Huff", "Celebrities Celebrate Newest AKAs on Twitter", "Trio of AKAs Elected to Lead National Organizations", "JaQuitta Williams: News Reporter and Anchor", "Septima P. Clark (1898-1987) papers (ca. She didnt even join a sorority when she was in college, obviously or they wouldnt be doing this now. 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. How long before Obamas haters put some kind of negative, elitist spin on THIS? You don't even know if that person is even a real soror. I can never be a part of anything snobbish who think everyone hates on them. We all think each others sorority is better than the other and that is never gonna change. As for Barack Obama, back when he was a. That is the image that the members put out of themselves. She most recetly played the widowed wife of former fictional heavyweight champion Apollo Creed in the latest installment of the Rocky movie franchise, Creed. Yes I will give it to you the ladies of AKA where the first black all female organization. She was a Golden Soror and Life Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. I know that there is a very large powerful A.K.A. I know both sororities do wonderful things nationally and even globally. Sweetheart we'll stop calling ourselves "Pretty Girls" when you and YOUR sorors stop branding the BabyPhat symbol on your bodies. It really does take homage away. All organizations share that distinction. Sen. 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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. There are currently over 1,000 chapters of the sorority nationwide. And if she was so successful herein America, why wasnt she proud of her country until very recently. Infuriating. I really don't 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 isn't AKA actually a social organization? If she can get in there and do what she has to do to get the job done, then so be it. Are negative Greeks now the boss of Michelle Obama? Without AKA there would be no DST. Pearlflection, MY soror DOES know her history, the problem is that YOU don't. Michelle wants to make sure we know shes an elitist. SGRho. I made pretty good grades in college despite the fact that i also partied a little too much. Joey Bada$$ & Serayah's Cozy Photo Fuels Dating Speculations, 'BMF' Actress Hints At Split From Jacob Latimore. Before you post comments in open forums, learn to spell simple words and compose simple sentences. 10 minutes?? 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 In those ways she is unlike Mrs Kennedy. That was not a globally shared ides. Membership (honorary or otherwise) in multiple black sororities doesnt exist, Katie. You do know what a stereotype is, right? "Because of her respect for each of the historically black sororities and fraternities, her membership is non-exclusive," says Katie McCormick Lelyveld, Michelle Obama's spokeswoman. Published in the St. Louis American Newspaper. I hadnt noticed the resemblance and I hadnt made the connection And while on the subject of PAPER (lol)I got offered membership into your organization- but chose otherwise. I wonder Yet, little did the sisters know that a new member would be introduced to the traditions of service and friendship that have sustained Alpha Kappa Alpha for the past 100 years. I welcome Michelle Obama to my glorious sorority with an open arms!!! The paper bag test was real.. My grandma is an AKA from Howard, and if you look at all the AKA pics from 1970 and 1908.. You did not even see on dark girl. 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 . On Jul 14, 2008 at 12:17 pm | Reply | Quote [/quote] Membership is extended to female college undergraduate and graduate students. I hope she joined for the right reasons and that she will continue her philanthropic efforts with AKA and beyond. 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. The Rev. I am an active financial member and I take great offense in the comments that paint us as merely shallow and social. I think the truth is that most whites elite and otherwise really dont know much about the world O.k., Mr. Cannont Help But Wonderfirst of all most of us have jobs and have to type really fast. It is really sad that someone would suggest that this was done for the centennial- She could have simply declined if that is what she wanted to do. 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 pretty members are stuck-up & out of the 30, 60, and 100+ plus groups that cross- be serious- not many are still active and financial and virtually none learn their history or their line sisters names. [/quote] I wonder if she's checked their history? Mrs. for Mr.. We sit down at the bar and I order Mrs.. src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=2501894830055909&ev=PageView&noscript=1" She is scheduled to be inducted tomorrow. <---A financial card carrying, hardworking member of my beloved Alpha Kappa Alpha since I was crossed those sands *check check* civil rights leader; wife of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. first to lead the Publisher's Association, first African-American to own and operate a radio station in the city of. No one goes from Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. to Zeta. Jackie Kennedy had been proud to be an American even when she was a little girl and not until her husband was the leading Democrat running for president. If FINER WOMANHOOD is what is important to you, the blue and white is the route for you.SGRho has a special place in my heart for breaking barriers and being founded in 1922 on a white campus.Let's acknowledge the GREATNESS in ALL of our orgs and respect that we all have a choice to join the org thatis best for us as individuals. was offered an honorary membership, which would be quite rude to turn down so according to angry whites here that makes her an elitist because she went to college. It is called modesty. I am amazed at the sheer numbers of haters in this world. Please, please, please! Other honorary members of Alpha Kappa Alpha include the poet Maya Angelou, the late Coretta Scott King and former astronaut Mae Jemison. What happened, has happened. So I know I cannot change how Greek women interact but can we please at least pretend to have some couth, if this was before, 1970, Michelle Obama would of never been an AKA. of historically black colleges, societies, and organizations. First and foremost, congrats to AKA. If people in your organization want to stop being called "shallow," stop calling yourself pretty girls. I cannot understand how you can write college-level papers and not know these things! There are 25+ year and 50+ year members that are extremely dark. [quote comment="139844"]Why would Ms. Obama - join a sorority (DST) Look how Delta was founded! a book examining elite black social organizations. <---Just so happens to be a damn good looking woman *check* 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. haters hate hard don't they? Best Answer Copy First, it should be noted that Michelle Obama is an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, a historically black sorority. Posted July 15, 2008 9:33 AM These women are among hundreds who have been inducted into the organization based on their outstanding achievements in numerous vocational areas. I could not agree more. Well this news is very nice! Why dont you do yourself a favor and talk The paper bag thing is history. I dont understand why the honorary invitation is troubling so many people. I think people peldge delta, because they are not prissy, more masc Go Michelle. Details have not yet been set. Please, please, please! Although it is not her sole responsibility, but I, too, hope that she provides a new perspective within the organization. As the first . Actually I AM in my right mind and self esteem. Jesse Jackson is a member of Omega Psi Phi. 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. LET IT GO LADIES. commands. Is that not the purpose of sisterhood? Those of you are hating, remember Deltas, your founders were AKAs. 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? Before I begin let me state that I am not greek, however I do know something.."REJECTS"? Period. Mrs. Obama is such an example of a strong, intelligent, and beautiful woman, and it is an honor and privilege for any organization to have her become a part of it. We are filled with pride to have five outstanding women of such great stature join our great society, said McKinzie. All members of the D9 have them. do u know EVERY detail of my org? When Howard University started accepting students they had the paper brown test, and AKA just started letting brown and darker ladies join their organization Definitely think he should have been an SGRho. As for Malia , we don't know if she pledged at Harvard. then we are elitist (translation: uppity negro). Sasha's famous mom did not join a sorority when she was an undergraduate at Princeton University in the '80s. All the extra is so unnecessary. to support sorors and chapters in implementing an archive program aligned with the Alpha Kappa Alpha International Archives Committee guidelines and recommendations. Though the organization said she will not be at the ceremony. Completely different story with Michelle Obama. Does. 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 Lets not forget why my founders walked out in the first place. Halle Bailey Addresses Racist Trolls Amid 'The Little Mermaid' Backlash + Petty DDG Drama Picks Back Up. NATIONAL FENTY LEAGUE: Rihanna Rocks Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show With An Unexpected 'Special Guest' - SHE'S PREGNANT! women according to the article sorority celebrates michelle obama s acceptance new york times july 14 2008 michelle obama wife of . My sorority inducted her because she exemplies all that we stand for high scholastics, high ideals, and service to all mankind!! 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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. by Christi Parsons Fairly attractive.. not drop dead gourgeous long hair, slim, popular and very very smart which sorority would you pledge????? Honor your founders with respect for one another! Readmore, Congress approved funding for equipping Syrian rebels against Islamic States and lawmakers will discuss their votes on several of the Sunday shows.Readmore, President Obama vowed to degrade and ultimately destroy ISIS in a speech he gave on Wednesday. Michelle Obama is an honorary member of the sorority. Now she will ever be introduced to black groups as Michelle Obama, the Alpha. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. SKEE WEE. Lets squash this once and for all! Just because we don't broadcast each and every accomplishment doesn't mean we don't have them. 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. Please dont take this the wrong way, but it is obvious who the commenters here are who are white and have little to no experience with the black community. First lady Michelle Obama is a member of the sorority Alpha Kappa Alpha. Kizzy I was thinking about that Hilary thing and she said no because you have to be exclusive. AKA has a history of activism including world-wide human rights. Just be yourself, there are very beautiful people in all the Sororities and around the world. Michelle Obama is an 'honorary member' only. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is a SERVICE organization sweetie. CORRECTION: A previous version of this article listed Michelle Obama and Toni Braxton as members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 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). Go AKA. Like any legacy, if Sasha Obama decides to join Alpha Kappa Alpha like her mom, she's in. Joining different organizations is often seen as an indicator of personality or subscribe. NOPE and I don't expect you to. Wowand now I realized why I decided NOT to go that routeSWEETIE. This is a very great honor for cum laude Princeton University graduate and the Lady Esquire from Harvard Law School to receive. DST! Now Michelle No member who made the choice for themselves should be jealous. If the college freshman wants to be her own person and join a different sorority, she has the ability to do so too. We are unable to fully display the content of this page. 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