Archived News
Sorority Mourns Loss of Benjamin Hooks
Hailed as a "civil rights and human rights icon"
Sorority Supports National Urban League's Centennial Campaign
Crusade parallels AKA's mission to help the underserved
Alpha Kappa Alpha Participates in Conversation on AIDS
President McKinzie touched by personal stories
Alpha Kappa Alpha Joins President's H1N1 Awareness Crusade
Vows to help get America's vulnerable citizens immunized
Howard's Moorland-Spingarn Research Center Not in Danger of Closing
AKA's extensive collection is safe
Member Participates in White House Healthcare Reform Summit
Among 50 physicians, nationwide, joining president's crusade
Alpha Kappa Alpha Presents the Chapter President Suit
Helps fund foundation scholarships
Organization Awarded NGO Status from U.N. ECOSOC
Designation establishes AKA as global influence
Member Awarded MacArthur Foundation's "Genius Grant"
Will use award to shine a light on native Haiti
Sorority Partners with U.S. Census Bureau to Assure Accurate Population Count
Members to fan out to undercounted areas nationwide
20 Pearls Collection Launch Announced
Sorority pioneers development of first private label Greek apparel line
Indiana University's Tau Chapter Wins Sprite Step Off Qualifying Challenge
AKA claims another victory
ESP Success Stories Showcased
Service to all mankind
AKA Partners with Tom Joyner's Virtual College Fair
Program makes college selection decision easier
Alpha Chapter Wins First Sprite Step Off Qualifying Challenge
Claims first prize in stepping and service
Sprite Step Off
Steppin' for Service and Scholarships
Member Takes Helm of Nation's Largest Organization of Journalists of Color
Vows to empower journalists
Anchorage Day of Service is a Labor of Love
Beautification project earns high marks from mayor and citizens
State of the Sorority Overview
Reflects 101-year record of service
Sorority Converges upon Anchorage for Leadership Conference
Biennial confab focused on leadership development, the environment and service
Nobel Peace Prize Winner Inducted as Honorary Member
Environmentalist "thrilled" to join
Members Urged to Support Judge Sotomayor's Supreme Court Nomination
International president says nominee's positions parallel Sorority's mission
Sorority Mourns the Loss of Michael Jackson
President hails Jackson as a once-in-a-lifetime talent
President Selected to Attend Prestigious Army War College
Sorority scores another first!
Mid-Western Regional Director Recognized as New Chief Judge
Will serve Oklahoma's Western District
2009 Leadership Conference - Anchorage, Alaska
Sharing success strategies against Alaskan backdrop
Alpha Kappa Alpha's Dinner Sets Guinness World Record
Sorority shatters record for largest sit-down dinner - EVER!
AKA Rings NASDAQ Stock Market Closing Bell
Event kicks off North Atlantic Regional Conference
Honorary Member C. Vivian Stringer Selected for Basketball Hall of Fame
Honored for pioneering accomplishments in college coaching
Internship Programs
Opportunities available
Make a Difference at CARE's Annual National Conference & Celebration
Raising awareness about the importance of empowering women & girls
Sorority Supports Tom Joyner's "Take A Loved One to the Doctor Day"
President says participation is a matter of life and death
AKA Makes an Extraordinary Presence at "Powerful Noise Live"
Members to continue to bring issues facing poor women to the forefront
International President Receives Two Coveted Awards
McKinzie honored for professionalism and commitment to public service
First Vice President Honored by Military
Hailed as a leader and role model
AKA and CARE Collaborate to Empower Women Worldwide on March 5
Capacity to overcome global poverty illustrated in "A Powerful Noise Live"
President Blasts "New York Post" for Offensive Cartoon
Demands that decision makers be fired and apologize for insult
McKinzie Attends President Obama's Signing of Order that Creates Economic Advisory Board
Urges support of permanent solutions to crisis
Dedicated Board Member and Historian Passes
Pioneer in promoting black history
International President Quoted in CNN.com Story
Offers viewpoint on First Family's image to the world
AKA Member Invited to Join Obama-Biden's Pre-Inaugural Whistle Stop Train
Quincy Lucas nominated Biden at convention
Member Wins 50 Million Pound Challenge
Sheds 68 pounds and gains new life
U.S. Local Business Associations Presents Sorority with Award
AKA tops all fraternities and sororities to earn coveted honor
Sorority Supports President-Elect Obama's National Day of Service
Call mirrors AKA's 101-year tradition
Sorority Hails Barack Obama's History-Making Victory
AKA president speaks at prayer rally at historic Ebenezer Baptist Church
Woman Who Kept Sister's Dying Wish Helped by Sorority
Heroic mom given new home by ABC's "Extreme Makeover"
Member Featured in Critically Acclaimed Documentary
Undergraduate's quest to be homecoming queen chronicled
Member Hailed for Co-Founding Historic Museum
Cultural icon celebrates decade of preserving history
Sorority Forms Partnership with Voter Advocacy Legal Organization
Free hotline is 1-866-OUR-VOTE
Alpha Kappa Alpha Joins Hip-Hop Caucus for "Get Out the Vote" Bus Tour
Voter education campaign will educate, encourage young voters ahead of Nov. 4 election
Sorority Launches Voter Mobilization Campaign
President cites history-making election as campaign catalyst
ESP Unity March Collection - Back by Popular Demand!
Sales will benefit the Educational Advancement Foundation
Member Becomes First Female Official to Work Regular Season Collegiate Game
Alpha Kappa Alpha scores another first
ABC's "Extreme Makeover" Features Family Helped by Sorority
Woman who fulfilled sister's dying wish aided by MD chapter
AKA to Spearhead National Voter Registration Thrusts
Historic election sparks novel get-out-the vote initiatives
Member Nominates Sen. Joseph Biden for Vice Presidency
Lucas cites Biden's sponsorship of Violence Against Women Act in remarks
Member Mary Wineberg Wins Gold at Olympics in Beijing
Gold medal caps triumphant career
Worldwide Webcast of Centennial Celebration Events
Experience Streaming Power
President to Articulate Sorority's Human Rights Record at UN Confab
AKA's human rights roots influenced by member Eleanor Roosevelt
Centennial Conference Media Coverage
Celebration makes history
Welburn Elected Chair of Major Education Alliance
AKA member to lead National Association of State Boards of Education
AKA Barbie Doll Unveiled at International Convention
Collector's doll first in Mattel's line
Centennial Honorary Members
Four exemplary women inducted into Sorority
Honorary Member Inducted into Black Journalists' Hall of Fame
Belva Davis hailed as trailblazer
A Once-in-a-Century Celebration
Over 20,000 members to assemble for historic gathering
President Comforts Members and All Iowans Ravaged by Floods
Degree of devastation to determine Sorority's course of action
International President Denounces Inflammatory Ad Attacking Michelle Obama
Urges members and "fair-thinking citizens" to fight such characterizations
L.A. TV Station Captures Traveling Exhibit in Compelling Feature
Showcases the Essence, Strength and Power of the exhibit
Alpha Kappa Alpha Members among "Ebony" Magazine's 'Power 150'
Eleven members make prestigious list
Voter Education and Registration
Elect sound politicians
AKA Works with Coaches vs. Cancer
Special T-shirt & lapel pin sales to help fund HBCU cancer research efforts
Leadership Fellows Program Adds GE as Partner
Program underscores Sorority's commitment to cultivate leaders
Quince Elected Chief Justice of Florida Supreme Court
Becomes first black woman to serve as chief justice
Celebrate AKA Centennial...With Style
Order your Converse shoe to show pride and unity
Sorority Partners with African Ancestry to Trace Ancestral Roots
Expanding self-discovery and pride through DNA
President Urges Members to Pay Tribute to King
Says programs being carried out in King's spirit
Sorority Mourns Loss of Dr. Gloria Black
Educator-activist worked alongside Dr. King
Geraldine Ferraro Statement Denounced and Rejected
Members urged to stay focused on issues afflicting the nation
Sorority Mourns Loss of Civil Rights Giant
Leader/activist was former NAACP national president
President Reaches Out to Those Impacted by Tornadoes in the South
Sorority sets up relief fund
$1 Million Donated to Howard University
Contribution caps emotional day of tributes during Centennial Celebration
Sorority Wins Prize from Ebony Fashion Fair for Highest National Attendance
Award includes thousands of dollars in prizes and commendations
Happy 100th Birthday Alpha Kappa Alpha
An international network of force that is ONE SISTERHOOD!
Happy Holidays!
Everyone encouraged to resolve to make the world a better place
President Urges Women to be Vigilant About Breast Health
Encourages support of research efforts
AKA Enters Partnership to Meet Weight Loss Challenge
Will work with State Farm and Dr. Ian Smith to make a difference
Alpha Kappa Alpha Mourns the Death of Dr. Donda West
Mother of hip-hop superstar championed the importance of education
Sorority Supports Move to Sever Relations with Cherokee Nation
International president's black Cherokee roots makes issue personal
President Announces Southern California Disaster Relief Fund
Fund underscores Sorority's resolve to help in time of crisis
Converse Customized AKA Shoe Available Online
Sorority is one of 6 Black Greek organizations with shoes that celebrate legacies
Sorority Demands Justice for Jena 6
International President urges members to write officials
Trio of AKAs Elected to Lead National Organizations
Rise to power parallels AKA’s leadership mission
Four Pioneers Honored by USTA
Althea Gibson saluted along with three other AKA trailblazers
Pediatrician Who Led Post-Katrina Medical Effort Honored
Dr. Persharon Dixon credits AKA's credo of service for her giving spirit
Alpha Kappa Alpha Participates in Greek Symposium
Council of Presidents convenes for historic summit
International President Impacts Media in New Orleans
Leadership Conference attracts media interest
Sorority Part of Coalition to Raise Awareness of New Orleans' Plight
AKA acknowledged for its contribution to recovery efforts
Alpha Kappa Alpha Converges upon New Orleans
Visit mixes business with economic boost to city
Sorority Provides Training for Emerging Leaders
Tyson Foods and AKA partner for weeklong event
Alpha Kappa Alpha Members among "Ebony" Magazine's 'Power 150'
Eleven members make prestigious list
Alpha Kappa Alpha Unveils Program at 10 Colleges Nationwide
Undergraduates to administer this signature program
University of Texas at Austin Announces Study
Call for survey respondents in this multiethnic project
Sorority Mourns Loss of Yolanda King
President cites AKA connection
Promising Undergrad Member Senselessly Murdered
Being an innocent bystander leads to tragedy
Sorority Grieves Over the Death of Constance L. Holland
Former International Parliamentarian conceived Educational Advancement Foundation
ESP Undergraduate Signature Program to be Launched
Technology program to be unveiled at North Carolina A&T
Sorority Mourns Loss of California Rep. Millender-McDonald
Hailed for her courage and commitment
International President's Outrage Over Imus' Remarks Contributes to Dismissal
Urges members to stop buying music that vilifies Black women
Converse and Black-Greek Organizations' Council of Presidents Announce Licensing Agreement
Alpha Kappa Alpha to benefit from collaboration with Converse
Florida Supreme Court Justice Peggy Quince Honored
Inducted into prestigious Hall of Fame
International President's New Year's Greeting
Emphasizes Every Sister's Participation for Centennial
Commemorative Stamp for Honorary Member Ella Fitzgerald Unveiled
International President praises Fitzgerald for embodying AKA's ideal
International Parliamentarian Honored as a Pioneer
Tallahassee Community College salutes accomplishments during Women's History Month
Sorority Mourns Loss of Honorary Member Cecelia Nabrit Adkins
Leader, activist and pioneer broke many barriers
"Stomp the Yard" Producers Address Concerns and Contribute to MLK Memorial
Organization support of Alpha Phi Alpha aids successful resolution
Mid-Western Regional Director Receives Prestigious Legal Award
U.S. District Court Judge Miles-LaGrange helps African countries improve legal systems
International President Honored by Atlanta Alpha Phi Alpha Chapters
McKinzie receives Humanitarian Award
Sorority Supports Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity in Denouncing Release of "Stomp the Yard"
Members urged not to view or purchase movie
International President McKinzie Conferred Doctorate by Stillman College
Pledges $100,000 to the college as show of support
Sorority Remembers Honorary Member and Prolific Author Bebe Moore Campbell
Heralded as one of the most important African American novelists of the century
Sorority Mourns Loss of Honorary Member and Civil Rights Trailblazer M. Athalie Range
Life was testimony to strength, endurance and service to all mankind
International 1st VP Stewart Receives Achievement Award
Florida Commission recognizes outstanding contributions and service
New International Chapter Chartered in Japan
A family away from home
International President Supports Weight-Loss Initiative
Urges weight loss and lifestyle change for health's sake
International 2nd VP Sanchez Selected for Kellogg Leadership Institute
Campus leader is one of 51 chosen from 20 states
Brown Sworn In as U.S. Ambassador to Benin
Official swearing in culminates a two-month confirmation process
Justice Quince Receives National Recognition
First Black woman on Florida's Supreme Court honored as pioneer
Johnson-Sirleaf Inaugurated as Liberian President
Longtime political activist makes history
Barbara A. McKinzie Installed as International President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
New president to preside over AKA's Centennial Celebration