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ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA, INC.®
PHI OMEGA OMEGA CHAPTER
Manning, SC
HISTORY OF
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA, INC. ®
Founded on the campus of Howard University in Washington, DC in 1908, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority is the oldest Greek-letter organization established by African American college-trained women. To trace its history is to tell a story of changing patterns of human relations in America in the 20th century.
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The small group of women who organized the Sorority were conscious of a privileged position as college-trained women of color, just one generation removed from slavery. They were resolute that their college experiences should be as meaningful and productive as possible. Alpha Kappa Alpha was founded to apply that determination.
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As the Sorority grew, it kept in balance two important themes: the importance of the individual and the strength of an organization of women of ability and courage. As the world became more complex, there was a need for associations which cut across racial, geographical, political, physical and social barriers.
Alpha Kappa Alpha’s influence extends beyond campus quads and student interest. It has a legacy of service that deepens, rather than ends, with college graduation.
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The goals of its program activities center on significant issues in families, communities, government halls and world assembly chambers. Its efforts constitute a priceless part of the global experience in the 21st century.
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Click here to learn more information on our national website.
PHI OMEGA OMEGA CHAPTER
HISTORY
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, Phi Omega Omega Chapter was chartered February 16, 2002 by 15 determined women. Tammy Adams, JoAnn Coaxum, Alfreda Cooper, Camey Dozier, Alice Baker Durant, Lottie Fleming, Linda Grant, Vermell Green, Gwendolyn Hudson Harris, Tonya Miller Nelson, Yvonne Samuels, Margie Fleming Saunders, Melissa Murray Waites, Flurry Wilson, and M. Teneka Witherspoon sought out to make a difference within Clarendon County and took a leap of faith to form the chapter. Well before the chapter was chartered they would meet monthly in an informal setting to develop a plan for promoting academic and social excellence amongst the youth in their community.
In an attempt to assist the youth, they implemented a signature mentoring program that helped 50 young black men. In addition to this signature program, they sponsored and created an annual coat drive, Christmas drive, and other activities for families in need. They pledged to take the road less traveled by embracing their vision with greater determination. Soon after, Phi Omega Omega Chapter was chartered. Phi Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has been a leader in serving the Clarendon County community through various national platforms and continues to be a conduit of service to the sorority and all mankind.
Since the start of Phi Omega Omega Chapter we have welcomed strong-willed and intelligent women to keep their legacy alive for generations to come. We encourage intellectual growth and success by offering alumni networking opportunities and a variety of events throughout the year, which encourage bonding between members and help create a foundation of lasting friendships.​​
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Interested in transferring to or reactivating your membership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ®, Phi Omega Omega Chapter?
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