Historical Events tagged with "college women"
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First Sorority for African American Women Established
Founded at Howard University, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. was established by a group of college women led by Ethel Hedgeman Lyle. Their aim was to provide support, sisterhood, and scholarship among African American women in higher education. The founding members sought to promote academic excellence, community service, and activism, addressing the unique challenges faced by African American women in the early 20th century. This organization became the first of its kind, paving the way for future Greek-letter organizations. Alpha Kappa Alpha’s founding marked a significant advance in fostering leadership and outreach within the African American community.
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